SATO ct4i manual Print, Sensing, Media, Ribbon

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Unit 2: Technical Data

PRINT

Method

DT models: Direct Thermal only

TT models: Thermal Transfer and Direct Thermal (switchable)

 

 

2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Inches Per Second (CT408i)

Maximum Speed (selectable)

2, 3, 4 Inches Per Second (CT412i)

 

2, 3 Inches Per Second (CT424i)

 

CT408i: 203 Dots Per Inch (8 dpmm)

Resolution

CT412i: 305 Dots Per Inch (12 dpmm)

 

CT424i: 609 Dots Per Inch (24 dpmm)

Maximum Print Width

4 in. (104 mm)

Maximum Print Length

15.75 in. (400 mm)

SENSING

 

 

 

Gap

Sensitivity Adjustable

Reflective Eye-Mark

Sensitivity Adjustable

Head Open

Fixed

Media Out

Fixed (always enabled)

Ribbon Out

Fixed (always enabled)

 

 

MEDIA

 

 

 

 

Media Width: 1.0 in. - 4.5 in. (25-115 mm)

Width

With backing paper: 1.0 - 4.0 in. (28 - 118 mm)

 

Note: For Dispensing Mode, specifications may vary depending on the requirements

Length

0.5 -16.0 in. (15 - 397 mm)

1.0 - 15.7 in. (18 - 400 mm with Backing Paper)

 

Type

Direct Thermal / Thermal Transfer depending on print model (DT or TT)

Roll stock / Fan-fold

 

 

Roll stock: Max. outer diameter: 4.3 in. (110 mm)

Configuration

Wound face-out, Inner diameter of roll: 1.5 in. (40 mm)

 

Fanfold: Max. stack height: 3.9 in. (100 mm) (external supply)

Thickness

0.003 in.- 0.01 in. (0.08 - 0.19 mm)

Wind Direction

Face Out

 

 

RIBBON

 

 

 

Width

4.3 in. (111 mm)

Length

328.0 feet (100 M)

Wound

Face Out

Core Diameter

0.5 in. (12.7 mm)

Roll Diameter

1.5 in. (39 mm)

 

 

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Contents Operator Manual Sato America, Inc Table of Contents Sato group of Companies MaintenanceCleaning Procedures Introduction Personal Injury About this ManualCT4i Series Operator Manual General DescriptionThis page is left blank intentionally Technical Data Processing Physical CharacteristicsPower Supply Environmental Excluding MediaRibbon PrintSensing MediaDownloadable Fonts Character Font CapabilitiesRegulatory Matrix FontsBarcode Capabilities Interface Selection Interface SpecificationsPrinter Host Signals PIN#DB25P PIN Assignments Signal Direction SpecificationsUniversal Serial BUS USB Software Specifications802.11G Wireless LED Indicator StatusWireless LAN Signal Strength Socket Connection Diagram Receive Buffer Control Interface SignalsSignal Signal Definition Cable Requirements DB9 Host Direction PrinterCT4i Series Operator Manual CT4i Series Operator Manual This page is intentionally left blank Installation Overview Electrical Precautions Printer Placement TipsGeneral Precautions Unpacking & Parts Identification Unpacking & Parts IdentificationMedia Loading Rolled Paper Printer InstallationSite Location Media SelectionRibbon Take-up Spindle Ribbon LoadingFanfold paper loading Loading Fanfold PaperLabel Sensing Printer Label Sensor PositioningOperational Mode Selection Label Print Direction This page is intentionally left blank Printer Configuration Operating Panel Configuration ModesFanfold-label Loading Slot Rear PanelLED Configuration PanelDIP Switch Settings Switch 5 Head Check DIP Switch Settings CONT’DSwitch 4 DT/TT Mode Switch 8 Interface Board selection Switch 6 VR1 Potentiometer Adjustment modeSwitch 7 Data Dump Operational Modes Power on sequence for various Operational ModesOperational Modes CONT’D LED and Buzzer status during Normal Mode operationNormal Mode Data Printed User Test Print Mode Feed + Power onData found on Test Prints Default Settings Mode Online + Feed + Power on Parameter Default SettingDSW5 DSW6 DSW8 Settings AffectedHEX Dump Mode Power on with DSW7=ON Function Online Error Buzzer LEDProgram Download Mode DSW1=ON, DSW2=OFF, DSW3=ON + Power on Font Download Mode DSW1=OFF, DSW2=ON, DSW3=ON + Power onCause Errors during Font and Program Download ModesOffsets Mode Length of Offset mm Print head resolutionMoved with Leading Edge Positive + Offset Potentiometer AdjustmentsPitch Offset Original First Line Print PositionPrint Darkness Potentiometer Adjustments CONT’DData Dump Diagnostic Label Printing Test Labels Printing FACTORY/SERVICE Test Prints CT4i Series Operator Manual Troubleshooting Error Troubleshooting GuideBlinks Uneven Print Darkness Image VoidsRibbon Wrinkling Light Print ImagesSmeared Print Images No Printed ImagePrinter Creates a Blank Label Incorrect Label PositioningCHK Troubleshooting Step Interface TroubleshootingLAN Ethernet Interface Test Label Printing Test Print TroubleshootingHEX Dump Maintenance Print Head Replacement Cleaning ProceduresPrint Speed Adjustment ProceduresAdjusting the Print Quality Clearning Stubborn Debris on the Print Head Cleaning the Print HEAD, Platen and RollersCleaning the Print Head Cleaning the Platen and Paper Roller Cleaning the Print HEAD, Platen and Rollers CONT’DRELEASING/REPLACING the Print Head Cleaning the Sensor CT4i Series Operator Manual Sato Group of Companies Asia Pacific & Oceania Region Sato Group of Companies