CLP-8301 Barcode Label Printer User's Manual FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT FOR AMERICAN USERS This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. CE DECLARATION FOR EUROPEAN USERS CE marking shows conformity to the following criteria and provisions: Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC)/EN60950 EMC Directive (89/336/EEC)/EN55022, EN55024, EN61000-3-2 & EN61000-3-3 -i- EMI COMPLIANCE STATEMENT FOR CANADIAN USERS This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, may cause interference to radio and television reception. This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. This equipment is designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: ¥ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ¥ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. ¥ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. ¥ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. CAUTION: Use shielded cables to connect this device to computers. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the grantee of this device could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. ETAT DE CONFORMITE EMI A L'USAGE DES UTILISATEURS CANADIENS Cet équipment produit et utilise l'é nergie à radiofréquences et s'il n'est pas installé et utilisé correctment, c'esst à dire en accord strict avec les instructions du fabricant, il risque de provoquer des intérferences avec la réception de la radio et de la télévision. Le présent appareil numérique n'émet pas de bruite radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la classe A prescrites dans le Réglement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le ministère des Communications du Canada. Cet équipment est conçu pour fournir une protection satisfaisante contre de telles interférences dans une installation résidentielle. Cependant, il n'y a pas de garantie contre les interférences avec les réceptions radio ou télévison, provoquées par la mise en et hors circuit de l'équipment; aussi, il est demandé a l'utilisateur d'essayer de corriger l'interférence par l'une ou plus des mesures suivantes: ¥ Réorienter l'antenne de réception. ¥ Installer l'ordinateur autre part, par égard pour le récepteur. ¥ Brancher l'ordinateur dans une prise de courant diffé rente de façon à ce que l'ordinateur et le récepteur soient branchés sur des circuits diffé rents. - ii - Important Safety Instructions 1. Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 4. Do not use this p roduct near water. 5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product. 6. Slots and openings on the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, do not block or cover these openings. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided. 7. This product should be operated from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local power company. 8. This product is equipped with a three-pronged plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug. 9. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where the cord will be walked on. 10. If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total of the ampere ratings on the products plugged into the extension cord do not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes for 120V outlet and 7.5 amperes for 220V-240V outlet. 11. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. 12. Except as explained elsewhere in this manual, don't attempt to service this product yourself. Opening and removing those covers that are marked "Do Not Remove" may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing on those compartments to service personnel. 13. The mains plug on this equipment must be used to disconnect mains power. Please ensure that the socket outlet is insta lled near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. 14. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: A. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. B. If liquid has been spilled into the product. C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. D. If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation. E. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service. - iii - Notice 1. Before use, be sure to read this manual. And keep it handy for reference when needed. 2. The contents of this manual may change without prior notice. 3. Reproduction, transfer, or transmission of the contents of this manual without prior consent is strictly prohibited. 4. We are not liable for any damage resulting from the use of the information contained herein, regardless of errors, omissions, or misprints. 5. We are not liable for any problems resulting from the use of optional products and consumable supplies other than the designated products contained herein. 6. Do not handle, disassemble or repair the parts other than those specified in this manual. 7. We are not liable for any damage caused by user's erroneous use of the printer and inadequate environment. 8. Data residing in the printer is temporary. Therefore, all data will be lost if power is lost. We are not liable for any damage or loss of profits caused by data loss due to failures, repairs, inspections, etc. 9. Please contact us if there are any mistakes or ambiguities within this manual. 10. If there are missing or incorrectly collated pages in this manual, contact us to obtain a new manual. Trademark Acknowledgement Contains UFST from Agfa Monotype Corporation Trademarks or registered trademarks of other companies and products are included in this manual. - iv - Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Citizen CLP series barcode label printer. This manual is designed to help you quickly understand the basic operations of this printer. Features This printer accurately prints clear bar codes and various character fonts on media such as labels and tags at high speeds. Both direct thermal and thermal transfer printing is possible. · Wide media, yet small installation space Wide media up to 9" (228.6 mm) can be used in this printer, and yet only a small installation space is needed, thanks to an innovative interior and exterior design. · Easy operation control panel Printing operations such as printer setup, print position and interface configuration can be performed with the six keys on the control panel. Even an untrained operator can easily operate this printer by following the instructions on the LCD (Display). · Easy access to media and ribbon The wide-opening printhead allows for easy access to the media and ribbon so loading is quick and easy. · Minimum maintenance The printhead, platen, tear bar etc are thoughtfully designed to facilitate easy maintenance. The consumable mechanical items can be easily exchanged in minutes. · Interfacing to a computer The printer is equipped with the RS-232C serial and parallel interfaces as standard. Other interfaces such as USB, Ethernet and IEEE1284ECP are also optionally available. -v- Table of Contents FCC Compliance Statement for American Users .............................. i CE Declaration for European Users ................................................ i EMI Compliance Statement for Canadian Users............................... ii Important Safety Instructions ......................................................... iii Notice ......................................................................................... iv Trademark Acknowledgement ........................................................ iv Introduction.................................................................................. v Features ...................................................................................... v Table of Contents.......................................................................... vi Chapter 1 Unpacking................................................................1 1.1 Printer accessories ............................................................2 Chapter 2 Safety Precautions...................................................3 = = Safety signs ......................................................................3 Installation precautions .......................................................8 Chapter 3 Names and Functions of Printer Parts......................9 3.1 Printer main body ...............................................................9 3.2 Control panel .....................................................................12 Chapter 4 Media (Paper) and Ribbon.......................................15 4.1 Types of media...................................................................15 4.2 Media size.........................................................................18 4.3 Loading media (paper) ........................................................19 4.4 Loading ribbon ...................................................................23 Ribbon tension adjustments ................................................27 Ribbon winding torque adjustments......................................27 4.5 Printhead adjustments........................................................28 Guide to media thickness ranges.........................................28 4.6 Media sensor adjustments ..................................................29 Positioning the sensor ........................................................29 Selecting Media Sensor and AutoCal Mode ..........................30 4.7 Avoiding wrinkling of the ribbon ............................................31 Removing slack on winding side of ribbon (in front of printhead)...........................................................31 Removing slack on feeding side of ribbon (behind printhead) ..............................................................32 - vi - Chapter 5 Power ON and Using the Control Panel...................33 5.1 Connecting to a power outlet ...............................................33 5.2 Turning the printer ON.........................................................34 5.3 Ready Mod ...