DEFAULT SETTING

COMPLETED

Section 3. Configuration

3.When the printer has completed the reset process it will beep 3 times and the Default Setting Completed display will appear. At this time the printer is in the default configuration.

4.To exit the Default Setting Mode, power the printer off and then back on.

CLEAR NON-STANDARD PROTOCOL

The standard protocol codes used by the printer can be modified to accomodate the requirements of different host systems. However, if the printer is to be used with a system that does not use the custom protocol codes, they can be cleared and the default protocol codes reactivated. The default values are: STX = 7BH, ETX = 7DH, ESC = 5EH, ENQ = 40H, NULL = 7EH, CAN = 21H and OFFLINE = 5DH.

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INITIALIZING

ALT.PROTOCOL DEFAULT COMPLETE

Displays the firmware during the initialization.

To Clear Non-Standard protocol codes, DSW2-7 is placed in the On position and the printer powered on while simultaneously pressing the LINE and FEED keys.

The printer will emit one long beep at which time the LINE and FEED keys should be released.

When the keys are released, the printer will replace the Alternate protocol codes with the default values.

After the default setting is complete, the printer will emit two short beeps indicating the process is complete.

To exit the mode, power the printer off and then back on.

DOWNLOAD USER DEFINED PROTOCOL CODES

The user can define a set of custom protocol codes and download them to the printer using the <ESC>LD command.

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USER DOWNLOAD PRESS THE LINE KEY

Displays the firmware during the initialization.

To enter the User Download mode, DSW2-7 is placed in the on position and the printer is powered on while simultaneously pressing the LINE key. The printer will emit one long beep after which the LINE key is released.

1.Set DSW2-7 Off to replace the Standard protocol codes or On to replace the Alternate set of protocol codes.

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M-84PRO specifications

The SATO M-84PRO is a high-performance thermal printer designed for industrial applications, known for its reliability and efficiency in various labeling tasks. This printer is a part of SATO's esteemed M-84 series, which combines advanced technology with user-friendly design to meet the demands of large-scale operations.

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The printer’s user-friendly interface, highlighted by an LCD panel and multi-functional buttons, facilitates easy navigation and operation. Maintenance is also simplified, thanks to modular components that allow for quick and easy replacement of parts when necessary.

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