SATO Printer MB400i User Guide

Quick Guide  
For printer model:  
MB400i / MB410i  
PN: 9001191(D)  
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Table of Contents  
Preface ..................................................................................................... 1  
For the Bluetooth or wireless LAN options ............................................... 1  
1. Safety Precautions ..................................................... 3  
Markings and Symbols ............................................................................. 3  
2. Unpacking ................................................................. 12  
3. Names of Parts ......................................................... 13  
Names and Functions of Operating Parts .............................................. 15  
4. Preparing for First-time Operation ......................... 17  
Charging the Battery Pack ..................................................................... 17  
Installing and Removing the Battery Pack .............................................. 20  
Using the AC Adapter ............................................................................. 21  
Loading Labels ....................................................................................... 23  
5. Turning the Power On .............................................. 31  
Power ON ............................................................................................... 31  
Power OFF ............................................................................................. 31  
6. Test Printing .............................................................. 32  
7. Operation with an RS-232C Cable ........................... 33  
8. Operation with a USB Cable .................................... 34  
9. Operation via Infrared Communication .................. 36  
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10. Operation with Bluetooth or Wireless LAN .......... 38  
11. Removing printed labels ........................................ 39  
When the next label is not printed .......................................................... 40  
12. Troubleshooting ..................................................... 41  
When printing fails (automatic printing) .................................................. 44  
13. Daily Care ................................................................ 46  
Caring for the thermal head .................................................................... 46  
Caring for the platen/dispenser roller/paper sensor ............................... 47  
14. Reference ................................................................ 48  
Included Items ........................................................................................ 48  
Options ................................................................................................... 48  
Operation Modes .................................................................................... 53  
DIP Switch .............................................................................................. 61  
Basic Specifications of MB400i/MB410i ................................................. 63  
15. SATO Contacts ....................................................... 67  
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Preface  
Thank you for purchasing the Barcode Printer, MB400i/410i.This manual  
is created so that a first-time user of MB400i/MB410i can learn its basic  
operations in a short time. Please read this manual carefully to make full  
use of the functions of MB400i/MB410i.  
Use this section to ensure you properly care for and use the MB400i/  
MB410i printer. Read this section carefully before using your printer.  
Cautions  
1. Reproduction of all or part of this manual is prohibited.  
2. The content of this manual is subject to change without notice.  
3. This manual was created with utmost care regarding its content. How-  
ever, if you find any unclear points, errors, or omissions, please contact  
the dealer from whom you purchased this printer.  
For the Bluetooth or wireless LAN options  
Cautions regarding radio waves  
This product is certified to meet technical standards based on the Radio  
Law. Therefore, no wireless license is required to use this printer.  
The following actions can be punishable by law:  
Disassembly or modification of this printer  
Removing the certification label (serial label) on this printer  
Use in the following locations may drastically shorten the communication  
distance, or prevent communication:  
Near a microwave oven  
Locations where static electricity or radio wave interference is abun-  
dant  
Near wireless LAN equipment  
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“Bluetooth” is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. USA.  
Our company is using this trademark based on a licensing contract with  
this association.  
Before using the wireless LAN interface, be sure to set all security-related  
settings for the wireless LAN equipment according to this manual.  
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1. Safety Precautions  
In this section, safety precautions about printer operation are explained to  
ensure proper care and usage. Make sure to read these carefully before  
using your printer.  
Markings and Symbols  
The following symbols or markings are used in this manual and on  
the printer so that you can properly use the printer, and to prevent any  
damage to property, harm or injury to yourself and others. Be sure to read  
their explanations carefully to familiarize yourself with their meanings.  
This symbol indicates information  
Warning  
that, if ignored or applied incorrectly,  
creates the danger of death or seri-  
ous personal injury.  
This symbol indicates information  
Caution  
that, if ignored or applied incorrectly,  
creates the possibility of personal  
injury or property damage.  
Symbol examples  
The triangle indicates something you should take abso-  
lute care with. The cautions are indicated concretely  
within the symbol. The symbol on the left indicates a  
risk of electric shock.  
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A circle with a diagonal line indicates something you  
should not do. The symbol on the left indicates that you  
should not try to take the unit apart.  
A black circle with a picture inside indicates something  
you need to do. The symbol on the left indicates that  
you should unplug the unit from the wall outlet.  
Specific Warnings  
Liquid  
Do not place any container with water or  
chemicals, such as flower vase or cup, as  
well as small metallic objects, near the  
printer. If any of these should drop into the  
printer, immediately turn off the power and  
contact your nearest dealer or service center.  
Continued use creates a danger of fire or  
electric shock.  
Foreign Matter  
Do not drop or insert metallic or flammable  
objects into the openings on the printer (such  
as outlets for cables). If any of these should  
fall into the printer, immediately turn off the  
power and contact your nearest dealer or ser-  
vice center. Continued use creates a danger  
of fire or electric shock.  
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Dropping and Damage  
Should the printer ever be dropped or other-  
wise become damaged, immediately turn off  
the power and contact your nearest dealer or  
service center. Continued use creates a dan-  
ger of fire or electric shock.  
Abnormal Conditions  
Continued use of the printer while it is emit-  
ting smoke or strange odors creates the  
danger of fire or electric shock. Immediately  
turn off the power and contact your  
nearest dealer or service center. Do not try to  
service the printer by yourself.  
Disassembly  
Never try to take the unit apart or modify it in  
any way. Doing so creates the danger of fire  
or electric shock. Contact your nearest dealer  
or service center for checking, adjustment, or  
repair.  
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Battery Pack  
• Never try to take apart the battery pack or  
modify it in any way such as with a solder  
iron.  
• Never expose the battery to direct flame,  
throw it into fire, or take any actions that may  
lead to shorting.  
• When charging the battery pack, make sure  
to use the printer or the specified battery  
charger.  
Warning  
Warning  
AC Adaptor / Battery Charger (Option)  
Use only the specified voltage. Using a differ-  
ent voltage may create the danger of fire or  
electric shock.  
Use only the specified AC adapter. Using a  
different one may create the danger of fire or  
electric shock.  
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Never use the battery charger with any other  
battery pack except for the specified one.  
Doing so can rupture the battery, cause leak-  
age, fire or electric shock.  
• Never cut, damage or modify the power  
cord. Also, never place heavy objects on the  
power cord or heat or pull the power cord.  
Doing so may damage the cord and  
create the danger or fire or electric shock.  
• Should the power cord ever become seri-  
ously damaged (internal wiring exposed or  
shorted), contact your nearest dealer or ser-  
vice center for repair. Continued use of such  
a cord creates the danger of fire or electric  
shock.  
• Never modify, excessively bend, twist, or  
pull the power cord. Doing so creates the  
danger of fire or electric shock.  
Warning  
Specific Cautions  
Location  
Do not locate the printer in the area subjected  
to high humidity or dew. If dew forms inside  
the printer, immediately turn off the printer  
and do not use it until it has been dried up.  
Continued use creates the danger of electric  
shock or the printer damage.  
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Power  
• Do not use wet hands to operate the power  
switch, replace the battery pack or unplug the  
AC adapter or battery charger. Doing so cre-  
ates the danger of electric shock.  
• The AC adapter set provided for this printer  
is specific to this printer. Do not use it for  
other electric equipment.  
Thermal Head and Stepping Motor  
• The thermal head gets very hot after print-  
ing. Take care when replacing the label or  
cleaning the printer just after printing to avoid  
burns.  
Touching the end of the thermal head with  
bare hands may cause injury. Take care when  
replacing the label or cleaning the printer to  
avoid injury.  
• Do not try to replace the thermal head by  
yourself. Doing so creates the danger of  
injury, burns, or electric shock.  
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Tear-off Bar  
This part contains a blade. Take care to avoid  
being injured by the blade and other sharp  
parts in the printer.  
Replacing the Battery Pack  
• Use only the specified battery pack.  
• When replacing the battery pack, make sure  
to install the pack in the correct orientation.  
Incorrectly replacing the battery creates the  
danger of injury or damage to surrounding  
areas, or explosion.  
• Replacing a small-size rechargeable battery  
(Lithium ion battery)  
Apply insulation treatment for the old battery  
pack by sealing the contact with tape or the  
like and ask our sales representative or ser-  
vice center for the measures to be taken to  
recycle the reusable materials.  
Do not place the battery pack together with  
other batteries such as dry batteries.  
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Leaving the printer unused for a long time  
If you have no plan to use the printer for a  
long time, remove the battery pack from the  
printer and unplug the AC adapter from the  
wall outlet.  
Maintenance and Cleaning  
For safe maintenance or cleaning of the  
printer, make sure to remove the battery pack  
and the AC adapter from the printer.  
Precautions in Use  
Do not place the printer in a hot or cold place.  
The operation temperature range is 5° F to 122° F (-15°C to 50°C) (for  
wireless LAN: 32° F to 122° F (0 to 50°C) where humidity does not cause  
condensation. Do not place the printer in an area with high humidity or at a  
temperature outside the specified range.  
Do not drop or apply undue shock to the printer.  
The printer is generally resistant to vibration possibly caused during nor-  
mal transportation. However, do not apply extreme vibration or shock by  
dropping the printer.  
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Do not disassemble or modify the printer.  
The printer has high-precision components inside requiring fine adjust-  
ment. Do not disassemble the printer.  
Connect the correct cables to the external input terminals.  
Cables of the correct specifications are required for connection to the  
external equipment through the external input terminals. Contact your  
nearest dealer or service center if necessary.  
Use the recommended accessories.  
Using optional equipment other than the specified equipment may cause a  
malfunction.  
Always use the equipment specified in this guide.  
Use the correct media.  
Use the specified media. Otherwise, faulty printing or printer damage may  
occur.  
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2. Unpacking  
Make sure you have all the printer components shown here. If any compo-  
nent is missing, contact the dealer where you purchased the product from.  
Warranty  
Quick Guide  
Printer unit  
Battery pack  
Shoulder belt  
The appearance of any cushioning material supplied (such as protector  
pads on the printer holder) may be changed across different production  
batches.  
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3. Names of Parts  
Main cover  
Label dispenser  
Tear-off bar  
Cover release lever  
Dispenser unit  
Battery life indicator  
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(LED) *  
RS-232C cover  
Battery cover  
STATUS (LED)  
Infrared communication sensor  
USB/DIP switch cover  
*2 On a wireless LAN interface operating panel (manufacturer option), a CHARGE  
LED is provided.  
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LCD *  
FEED button  
DC input terminal cover  
PRINT button  
POWER button  
*1 Only provided on wireless LAN interface operating panel (manufacturer option).  
For other options, see Options in chapter 14, Reference.  
Note: The MB200i and MB400i series of portable thermal printers is available in two  
distinctive exterior designs. The MB400i features the use of an industrial “boot”  
which helps to protect the unit in rugged and demanding industrial environments. The  
MB200i product may be ordered with this boot as an option, but it is traditionally  
offered without it. For expediency, this document displays the printer without a rub-  
ber boot.  
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Label guide stopper  
Label width scale  
Label guide  
Label guide  
90  
80  
70  
60  
110  
100  
Platen  
RS-232C connector  
DIP switch  
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USB connector  
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Names and Functions of Operating Parts  
RS-232C cover:  
This covers the RS-232C connector.  
RS-232C connector:  
Connects with a PC etc.  
USB/DIP switch cover:  
Covers the USB connector and DIP  
switch.  
USB connector:  
Connects with a PC etc.  
Main cover:  
Open this cover to set the labels.  
Cover release lever:  
Use this to release the main cover.  
Tear-off bar  
Cuts the printed label. Set the position of this bar for dispense mode and con-  
tinuous mode.  
Infrared communication sensor:  
Contains an infrared receiver/transmitter element.  
DIP switch:  
Sets the operation mode. (See DIP Switch in chapter 14, Reference)  
Dispenser unit:  
Move this when using Dispense mode printing for the labels.  
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POWER button:  
Turns the power on and off.  
Battery cover:  
A specialized battery pack is placed inside.  
Battery life indicator (LED):  
Displays the available battery power.  
Label guide:  
Set this to match the size of the label width used.  
Label guide stopper:  
Press this toward the back to unlock the label guide and adjust the label guide.  
Label dispenser:  
Printed labels are ejected here.  
Label width scale:  
Use this scale to match the label width used.  
DC input terminal:  
Connect the AC adapter.  
DC input terminal cover:  
Cover for the DC input terminal.  
FEED button:  
Feeds the labels.  
PRINT button:  
Takes the printer ONLINE and OFFLINE.  
STATUS (LED):  
Displays the printer status. (See chapter 12, Troubleshooting, and Operation  
Modes section of chapter 14, Reference.)  
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4. Preparing for First-time Operation  
Charging the Battery Pack  
Charging by installing the battery pack in the battery charger  
(optional)  
Install the battery pack in the battery charger (optional) and charge it.  
The optional battery charger set provided for this printer is  
specific to this printer. Do not use it for other electric  
equipment.  
1. Connect the power cord to the charger unit, then plug it into the  
outlet.  
When charging is complete, the CHARGE lamp lights green (fully  
charged).  
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CHARGE  
2. Insert the battery pack into the slot, with the terminal pointing down-  
ward.  
When charging begins, the CHARGE lamp (red) lights. When  
charging is complete, the CHARGE lamp lights green (fully charged).  
3. Remove the battery pack when charging is complete.  
Charging time  
It takes about 1.5 hours for the CHARGE lamp to turn off when charging a  
completely depleted battery.  
Notes  
When the CHARGE lamp is not lit, check that the battery pack is  
installed securely. The battery may not be charged when not  
securely installed.  
When a charged battery pack is installed, the CHARGE lamp first  
lights red, then lights green.  
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Charging by installing the specialized AC adapter (optional) on the  
printer  
This charges the battery pack while it is installed in the printer.  
The AC adapter set provided for this printer is specific to  
this printer. Do not use it for other electric equipment.  
1. Remove the DC input terminal cover, and insert the DC output  
terminal.  
2. Plug the AC adapter into the outlet.  
When charging begins, the battery life indicator lights red. When charging  
is complete, the battery life indicator disappears (fully charged).  
On a wireless LAN interface operating panel (manufacturer option), the  
CHARGE LED lights red when charging begins. When charging is com-  
plete, the CHARGE LED turns off (fully charged).  
Charging time  
It takes about 5 hours for the battery remaining power display to turn off  
when charging a completely depleted battery.  
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Installing and Removing the Battery Pack  
1. Open the battery cover.  
Handle  
Te rminal  
2. While pressing the gray hook, insert the battery pack, then  
close the battery cover.  
Insert the battery pack with the terminal Handle side toward the printer.  
3. To remove the battery, press the gray hook to unlock it, then hold  
the handle and pull out the battery.  
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Battery pack  
Hook  
Notes:  
Be sure to turn the power off before removing or replacing the battery  
pack. When the power is off, the STATUS LED turns off (see Power  
OFF in the section, Turning the Power On). Do not remove the bat-  
tery pack until this light turns off.  
Make sure to check that the STATUS LED has turned off before  
removing the battery pack.  
Removing the battery pack by the operation described on the previ-  
ous page may prevent updating the information in the printer mem-  
ory.  
Using the AC Adapter  
Note:  
Use AC ADAPTER: Model No.TG-5001+19v (LEAD YEAR ENTERPRISE  
Co., LTD.  
The AC adapter set provided for this printer is specific to  
this printer. Do not use it for other electric equipment.  
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Install the specialized AC adapter (optional) on the printer for use. The  
label installation method differs by printing mode.  
1. Remove the DC input terminal cover, and insert the DC output terminal  
into the input terminal.  
2. Connect the AC adapter to the outlet.  
AC adapter  
DC input terminal  
DC output terminal  
Be sure to turn the printer power off before detaching the DC output  
terminal for the AC adapter, or disconnecting the power supply.  
Note that disconnecting the power supply in ways other than  
described above may prevent the printer from correctly storing any  
settings in memory.  
No battery pack is necessary when the AC adapter is used.  
When the battery pack and AC adapter are used simultaneously,  
charging begins if the battery is not fully charged. The display  
becomes normal when fully charged (See the header, Charging by  
installing the specialized AC adapter, optional, on the printer, in this  
chapter, Preparing for First-time Operation).  
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Loading Labels  
The label installation method differs by printing mode.  
Continuous Printing Mode  
Label paper  
Journal paper  
/ Linerless label  
See the printers in the figure under the header, Operation Modes, in chap-  
ter 14, Reference.  
The figure below shows how labels come out of the printer in continuous  
mode.  
123456
ABCDEFG  
abcdefg  
1234567  
ABCDEFG  
abcdefg  
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1. Slide the cover release lever in the arrow direction to open the  
cover. First, slide the dispenser unit to the continuous printing mode posi-  
tion. (See Switching from Dispense mode printing to Continuous printing  
mode, in this section, Preparing for First-time Operation.)  
2. While pressing the label guide stopper, slide the label guide to the label  
size to be used.  
Label guide stopper  
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3. Load the paper in the printer. Make sure the roll is oriented correctly.  
4. Confirm that the label roll can be rotated easily by hand.  
If rotation is labored, this can cause a feed error. Remove the label roll and  
adjust the label guide. Note that the label guides do not require adjustment  
when you are using labels with the same width.  
5. Check that the label tip is protruding. Then close the main  
cover by pressing the middle of the cover. Close the main cover slowly,  
while pulling the cover release lever.  
This completes loading the labels for continuous printing mode.  
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Dispense mode printing  
Linerless label  
with perforation  
Label paper  
See the printers in the figure under the header Operation Modes, in chap-  
ter 14, Reference.  
The figure below shows how labels come out of the printer in dispense  
mode.  
1234567  
ABCDEFG  
abcdefg  
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1. Slide the cover release lever in the arrow direction to open the cover.  
First, slide the dispenser unit to the continuous printing mode position.  
(See Switching from Dispense mode printing to Continuous printing mode,  
in this section, Preparing for first-time operation.)  
Never slide the dispenser unit while the main cover is open.  
2. While pressing the label guide stopper, slide the label guide to the label  
size to be used.  
Label guide stopper  
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3. Peel the label at the tip of the label paper.  
This step is unneccessary when you are using linerless labels.  
4. Load the paper in the printer. Make sure the roll is oriented correctly.  
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5. Confirm that the label roll can be rotated easily by hand. If rotation is  
labored, this can cause a feed error. Remove the label roll and adjust the  
label guide. Note that the label guides do not require adjustment when  
using labels with the same width.  
6. Check that the label tip is protruding (10 mm or more). Then close the  
main cover by pressing the middle of the cover. Close the main cover  
slowly, while pulling the cover release lever.  
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7. For linerless labels with perforation, pull the label upward to tear along  
the perforated line. Ensure that the tear-off edge is just at the beginning of  
the red platen roller. Otherwise, re-load the label.  
8. Slide the dispenser unit until it stops. If the linerless label clogs at the  
dispenser, clear the label and re-load the label.  
This completes loading of the labels for dispense mode printing.  
Switching from Dispense mode printing to Continuous printing  
mode  
Grip the Tear-off bar, lift it upward slightly, and then slide it toward you.  
Never pull it with the bar still engaged. This may damage the dispenser  
unit.  
When using dispense mode printing, be sure to follow the procedure  
above to switch the dispenser unit from dispense mode printing to continu-  
ous printing mode, before changing the paper.  
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5. Turning the Power On  
When the preparation steps are complete, turn the power on or off.  
Power ON  
1. Hold down the POWER button until the STATUS LED lights green. Then  
release the POWER button.  
P
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FE  
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Power OFF  
2. Hold down the POWER button again, until the STATUS LED turns off.  
Then release the POWER button.  
P
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FE  
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6. Test Printing  
1. When pressing the FEED button and holding down the POWER button  
simultaneously, the printer enters the test mode. Press the FEED button  
again to start test printing.  
2. Verify the following using the output of the test print.  
There are no chipped characters.  
Printing condition is good.  
P
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P
R
IN  
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FE  
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2
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In test printing, the estimated remaining battery power is displayed as  
.
(
when completely charged.) When the remaining battery power is  
, charge the battery.  
1234567  
AB  
C
D
ab  
E
F
c
G
d
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f
g
1234567  
AB  
C
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F
G
c
f
g
If a problem occurs, contact the dealer where you purchased the printer  
from, or our sales personnel or service center.  
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7. Operation with an RS-232C Cable  
To print with an optional RS-232C cable connected to a PC or a handheld  
terminal, perform the following operations.  
1. Remove the USB/DIP switch cover, and set the DIP switch (DSW) to  
DSW-1, 2, 3, 4 = (OFF, OFF, OFF, OFF).  
O N  
2. Remove the RS-232C connector cover.  
RS-232C cover  
RS-232C cable  
3. Insert the RS-232C cable into the connector.  
Match the arrow on the RS-232C cable connector with the arrow beside  
the printer connector, and insert it firmly.  
4. Connect the other end of the RS-232C cable to the connector on the PC  
or the handheld terminal.  
For the connector on the PC or the handheld terminal, see the manuals  
provided with that equipment.  
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8. Operation with a USB Cable  
To print with an optional USB cable (mini B type) connected to a PC or a  
handheld terminal, perform the following operations.  
O N  
1. Remove the USB/DIP switch cover, and set the DIP switch (DSW) to  
DSW-1, 2, 3, 4 = (ON, ON, OFF, OFF).  
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USB cover  
USB cable  
2. Insert the USB cable in the connector.  
Match the arrow on the USB cable connector with the arrow beside the  
printer connector, and insert it firmly.  
3. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the connector on the PC or  
the handheld terminal.  
For the connector on the PC or the handheld terminal, see the manuals  
provided with that equipment.  
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9. Operation via Infrared Communica-  
tion  
To print using a Bluetooth interface or a wireless LAN interface, perform  
the following operations.  
O N  
1. Remove the USB/DIP switch cover, and set the DIP switch (DSW) to  
DSW-1, 2, 3, 4 = (ON, OFF, OFF, OFF).  
2. Place the printer within 8 inches (20 cm) of the PC or handheld terminal  
for infrared communication.  
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30°  
30°  
3. Adjust the printer position so that the PC or handheld terminal is within  
a 30° area vertically and horizontally (cone shape) from the center of the  
infrared communication sensor.  
The maximum usage distance for infrared communication  
is 6 to 8 inches (15 to 20 cm).  
However, this differs with the usage environment and the  
communicating equipment. Communication may not be  
possible in direct sunlight or under powerful illumina-  
tion. In such cases, either shield the infrared communi-  
cation sensor from harsh light, or place the infrared  
communication sensor in contact with the communicat-  
ing equipment.  
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10. Operation with Bluetooth or Wire-  
less LAN  
To print using a Bluetooth interface or a wireless LAN interface, perform  
the following operations.  
O N  
1. Remove the USB/DIP switch cover, and set the DIP switch (DSW) to  
DSW-1, 2, 3, 4 = (OFF, ON, OFF, OFF).  
Note that the effective distance varies with the usage envi-  
ronment, computer, or handheld terminal in use.  
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11. Removing printed labels  
1. Data is sent from a PC.  
1234567  
AB  
C
D
ab  
E
F
c
G
d
e
f
g
1234567  
AB  
C
d
D
e
E
ab  
F
G
c
f
g
2. When printing is complete, hold the right or left corner of the label, pull it  
in the direction of the arrow, and tear the label.  
The number of labels that can be printed with one battery  
pack differs between continuous printing mode and dis-  
pense mode printing.  
When the linerless labels are severed somewhere other  
than the perforated line, and the next label is not  
printed, perform the operations on the page following  
this one.  
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When the next label is not printed  
1
AB  
C
ab  
cd  
12345  
ABCDE  
67  
abcdefgF  
G
PRINT button  
FEED button  
1. With the printer online, press the PRINT button to take the printer offline  
(STATUS LED turns off).  
2. Press the FEED button to feed the labels.  
1234567  
AB  
C
D
ab  
E
F
c
G
d
e
f
g
1234567  
AB  
C
d
D
e
E
ab  
F
G
c
f
g
3. When the paper stops, pull it in the direction of the arrow to cut the  
label.  
4. Press the PRINT button to put the printer online (STATUS LED lights  
green).  
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12. Troubleshooting  
The status of this printer is indicated by the STATUS LED display and a  
buzzer sound. When the STATUS LED display or buzzer indicates the sta-  
tus as described in the table that follows, the printer is in an abnormal  
condition. Clear the error using the clearing method.  
The printer will automatically turn off in about 30 seconds after a low bat-  
tery display appears. Confirm that the power is off, then remove the bat-  
tery pack and charge it.  
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STATUS LED/buzzer  
LED: ON (red)  
Mode  
All modes  
Content  
Low battery  
-->  
A
LED: Blinking (red) every 2  
seconds  
Online  
Module error (Blue-  
tooth or wireless LAN)  
B
Buzzer: One long beep  
LED: ON (red)  
After turning  
power on  
1 Program abnormal-  
ity error  
C
2 FLASH ROM error  
LED: Two colors blinking alter- Online  
nately (green --> red) every 2  
seconds.  
Head error  
D
Buzzer: One long beep  
LED: Blinking (red) every 0.5  
seconds. Buzzer: Three short  
beeps.  
Online  
Cover open  
E
F
Out of paper  
Sensor error  
G
H
LED: Blinking (green) every 1 Online  
second.  
Buzzer: One long beep.  
Communication error  
LED: Blinking (green) every 0.5 Online (print- Buffer almost full  
I
seconds.  
Buzzer: One long beep.  
ing or receiv-  
ing data)  
LED: Blinking (red) every 4  
seconds  
Buzzer: One long beep  
Online (prinit- Buffer overvlow  
ing or receiv-  
ing data)  
J
LED: Blinking (green) every 2 All modes  
seconds  
Sleep mode  
K
L
LED: Patterned lighting (red + All modes  
OFF + green --> OFF) every 1  
second  
Head overheating  
protection function  
LED: Two colors blinking alter- Online (auto- Manual dispensing  
nately (green-->orange) every matic dis- mode  
0.5 seconds penserprinting  
M
or dispenser  
operation 2)  
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--> Cause  
Clearing Method  
1 Charge the battery.  
1 Replace the board. ##  
A
B
1 The battery is not fully charged.  
1 Interface module is in abnormal  
condition, (Bluetooth or wireless  
LAN)  
C
1 A FLASH ROM reading/writing  
error has occured.  
1 Replace the FLASH ROM.##  
2 Re-download the program.##  
D
E
1 The head has a broken wire.  
1 The cover is not locked.  
2 Cover opening/closing sensor is in 2 Adjust the sensor.##  
abnormal condition.  
1 Replace the head.##  
1 Lock the cover.  
F
1 Out of labels.  
1 Set a new roll of labels.  
G
1 The sensor level is incorrect.  
2 The sensor type is incorrect.  
3 The paper is misrouted.  
1 Adjust the sensor level.##  
2 Match the sensor type.  
3 Remove & correctly place label roll.  
H
1 The communication conditions are 1 Correct the communication condi-  
incorrect.  
tions.  
2 Cable connection is in abnormal  
condition.  
2 Check the cable connections.  
I
1 The receiving buffer is running out 1 Pause host data transmission, wait  
of capacity.  
for the buffer to empty, then retrans-  
mit data.  
J
1 Data has exceeded the receiving 1 Transmit data corresponding with  
buffer capacity. the communication conditions.  
2 The communication conditions are 2 Correct the communication condi-  
incorrect.  
tions.  
K
L
1 This is not an error.  
1 Clear by pressing a button, receiving  
The printer is operating in low power data, or opening/closing the main  
consumption mode.  
1 This is not an error.  
cover.  
1 This is cleared when the head tem-  
perature falls to 55°C.  
The head overheating protection  
function operates when the head  
temperature exceeds 70°C.  
1 This is not an error.  
2 Press the PRINT button to print  
one label.  
M
1 Automatically cleared when the des-  
ignated number of labels are printed.  
## Contact your nearest service center or dealer.  
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When printing fails (automatic printing)  
In direct sunlight or under illumination, the internal sensors may mis-oper-  
ate (assuming a label is present in the dispenser unit), and prevent print-  
ing. In such malfunction, either shield the dispenser unit from harsh light,  
or operate using one of the following methods.  
1. Operation using manual printing  
Switch to manual printing by specifying the dispenser operation mode.  
(See Charging the dispense mode printing setting in Operation Modes  
section of chapter 14, Reference.)  
2. Operate using operation 2 for the dispenser operation  
Using the printer setup tool, switch the dispenser operation to operation 2.  
When operation 2 is set for the dispenser operation, if harsh light is pre-  
venting printing, print using the following procedure.  
Press the PRINT button to switch to manual printing, and print one label.  
When printing multiple labels, operate with manual printing until the desig-  
nated number of labels are printed.  
While operating in manual printing mode, the STATUS LED alternates  
between lighting green and orange (every 0.5 seconds).  
Print condition Causes  
Countermeasure  
Smudged  
1 The head is dirty  
2 The rollers are dirty  
1 Clean the head (See Caring for the  
thermal head section in chapter 13 Daily  
Care).  
2 Clean the platen (See Caring for the  
platen/dispenser roller/paper sensor in  
chapter 13, Daily Care).  
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Print condition Causes  
Countermeasure  
Vertical stripes 1 The head is dirty  
2 The head is defective  
1 Clean the head (See Caring for the  
thermal head section in chapter 13 Daily  
Care)  
2 Replace the head ##  
Characters  
1 The label guide position is 1 Reset the label (See the Loading  
printing diago- incorrect  
Labels section of chapter 4 Preparing for  
First-time Operation).  
nally  
2 The rollers are dirty  
2 Clean the platen (See Caring for the  
platen/dispenser roller/paper sensor in  
chapter 13, Daily Care).  
Blank (not  
printed)  
1 The RS-232C/USB cable 1 Check the RS232C\USB cable connec-  
connection is poor  
tions (See section, Operation with an  
2 Infrared communication RS-232C Cable, chapter 7, or section,  
error  
Operation with a USB Cable, chapter 8.)  
2 The distance between the PC and the  
printer should be within 6-8 inches (15-  
20 cm.). In addition, check that the PC  
is within a 30 degree area vertically and  
horizontally (cone shaped) from the cen-  
ter of the printer infrared communication  
sensor (See chapter, Operation via Infra-  
red Communication).  
3 Bluetooth/wireless LAN  
communication error.  
4 The DIP switch settings  
are incorrect  
5 The head is defective  
3 Check all settings.  
4 Check the DIP switch settings (See the  
DIP Switch section of chapter 14, Refer-  
ence).  
5 Replace the head. ##  
## Contact your nearest service center or dealer.  
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13. Daily Care  
Be sure to turn the power off and remove the battery pack before perform-  
ing the following operations.  
Caring for the thermal head  
1. Slide the cover release lever to open the cover.  
When in dispense mode printing, first slide the dispenser unit to the con-  
tinuous printing mode position. (See section, Switching from Dispense  
mode printing to Continuous printing mode, in chapter 4, Preparing for  
First-Time Operation.)  
Thermal head  
2. Wipe off any smudges with a cloth dipped in alcohol.  
Do not use thinner, benzene, or kerosene.  
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Caring for the platen/dispenser roller/paper  
sensor  
1. Slide the cover release lever to open the main cover.  
When in dispense mode printing, first slide the dispenser unit to the con-  
tinuous printing mode position. (See section, Switching from Dispense  
mode printing to Continuous printing mode, in chapter 4, Preparing for  
First-Time Operation.)  
Paper sensor  
Platen  
2. Wipe off any smudges with a cloth dipped in alcohol. Do not use thin-  
ner, benzene, or kerosene.  
Dispenser roller  
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14. Reference  
Included Items  
Shoulder belt  
This belt allows you to carry the printer on your shoulder.  
1. Thread the shoulder belt through the belt holes on the printer, from the  
outside to the inside.  
2. Thread the end of the shoulder belt through the buckle, and adjust the  
length. If the belt is not routed correctly, the belt may detach and the  
printer may drop.  
Options  
User options  
Battery pack (one pack provided with this printer)  
Having extra batteries available will minimize work interruptions caused by  
depleted batteries.  
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Battery charger (single)  
This charges a single battery pack.  
AC adapter for printer  
Use this to supply power from a household power outlet (AC100V or  
240V).  
Connect the DC output terminal of the AC adapter to the printer.  
• Be sure to use the specified adapter.  
• Hold the printer when connecting or disconnecting.  
• Be careful not to damage the cord.  
• Unplug for storage when not in use.  
• The AC adapter set provided for this printer is specific to this  
printer. Do not use it for other electric equipment.  
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Case with rain-resistant cover  
You can buy a Waist case or a case that hangs from the shoulder. The  
shoulder case is a version of the Waist case that has a rain-resistant  
cover. You can use these cases only with the model without the rubber  
boot.  
Fastening method  
1. Open the cover and place the printer in it with the operating parts facing  
up.  
2. Place the lower side in the case so that the printer is completely  
in the case.  
3. Close the cover.  
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4. Affix the rain-resistant cover to the Waist case with the buttons and set  
in place.  
Waist case  
Rain-resistant cover  
5. Attach the shoulder strap to the case.  
Shoulder strap  
Waist case - Does not fit over rubber boot  
This protective case is for carrying the printer by attaching it to your belt.  
Fastening method  
1. Open the cover and place the printer in it with the operating parts facing  
up.  
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2. Place the lower side in the case so that the printer is completely in the  
case.  
3. Close the Waist case cover.  
4. Run a belt through the Waist case loops.  
RS-232C cable  
This connects with a PC or handheld terminal.  
USB cable  
This connects with a PC or handheld terminal.  
Manufacturer options  
Wireless LAN interface operating panel (with LCD)  
This is an operating panel with an LCD to display the wireless communic-  
tion status.  
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Operation Modes  
There are two printer operation modes: continuous printing mode, and dis-  
pense mode printing. Test printing and online printing are available in both  
modes.  
Continuous printing  
Test printing  
Prints the printer status  
Dispenser printing  
Continuous printing  
Dispenser printing  
Online printing  
(Receives data from a PC or  
handheld terminal and prints it)  
Continuous printing  
(labelpaper/linerlesslabel/  
Journal paper)  
Dispenser printing  
Dispenser printing  
(label paper)  
(Linerless label with  
perforation)  
1  
A  
B  
C  
a
b
c  
d  
12345  
abcdefgF  
1234567  
A
B
C
D
E
1234567  
67  
G
ABCDEFG  
abcdefg  
ABCDEFG  
abcdefg  
Use the printer setting tool to set dispense mode printing (linerless labels  
with perforation).  
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Normal operation mode  
The LED display for the normal operation mode is as follows.  
Operation status  
STATUS (LED)  
ON (orange)  
Starting normal printing mode  
Online  
Offline  
ON (green)  
OFF  
When the buzzer sound mode is enabled, the buzzer sounds upon  
startup.  
The battery life indicator remains on even when the printer is OFFLINE.  
Power saving mode  
1. Sleep mode:  
With the printer is online, the STATUS (LED) blinks (green) every two sec-  
onds. When offline, the STATUS (LED) is off. The battery life indicator  
(LED) remains on even when the printer is OFFLINE.  
The printer enters sleep mode (standby status) when it has not been oper-  
ated for five seconds.  
Normal status is resumed by pressing the PRINT button or the FEED but-  
ton, by receiving data, or by opening and closing the main cover.  
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Test printing mode (FEED button + POWER ON)  
When the buzzer sound mode is enabled, the buzzer sounds upon  
startup. Release the FEED button to stop the buzzer.  
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Dispense mode printing  
Dispense mode printing setting  
Type  
Operation  
Default  
Manual printing  
Automatic  
Prints one label after receiving data, then waits for  
printing setting label to be peeled. After the label is peeled, the next setting  
label is printed automatically.  
Manual printing Prints one label after receiving data, then enters  
setting  
offline status. When the PRINT button is pressed, the  
next label is printed. After the specified number of  
labels are printed, printing is ended, and no labels are  
printed when the PRINT button is pressed.  
Changing the dispense mode printing setting  
The dispenser operation mode setting is changed by the DIP switch  
(DSW) settings when the power is turned on, and by button settings. The  
settings are enabled upon turning the power off.  
(1) Automatic dispenser printing setting  
DSW-1,2,3,4=(OFF,OFF,OFF,ON) + cover open+ PRINT button + POWER  
(2) Manual dispenser printing setting  
DSW-1,2,3,4=(OFF,OFF,OFF,ON) + cover open + FEED button + POWER  
Processing dispenser operation mode setting  
(STATUS LED flashes green)  
Setting completes  
(STATUS LED lights green)  
Notes: When the buzzer sound mode is enabled, the buzzer sounds upon  
startup.  
Release the PRINT/FEED button to stop the buzzer.  
To end the dispenser operation mode setting, confirm that the STATUS  
LED is on in green, then turn the power off. After changing the dispenser  
operation mode setting, be sure to restore the DSW to their original set-  
tings.  
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Head check setting mode  
In the head check setting mode, a check can be performed in two check-  
ing areas: the printing area and the barcode printing area.  
The presence of the head check function and the head check range set-  
tings are set by the DIP switch (DSW) settings when the power is turned  
on, by button pressing status, and by the cover status.  
DIP switch settings  
DSW-1  
OFF  
ON  
DSW-2  
ON  
OFF  
DSW-3  
OFF  
OFF  
DSW-4  
ON  
ON  
(A)  
(B)  
DSW  
Button and cover  
Function  
Default  
settings status  
(A)  
PRINT button + cover open  
Head check range set as  
printing area  
Head check function set as  
disabled  
Head check range set as bar-  
code printing area only  
Head check function set as  
disabled  
Head  
check  
range  
set as  
printing  
area  
FEED button + cover open  
(B)  
PRINT button + cover open  
FEED button + cover open  
DSW settings (A/B) + cover open + PRINT/FEED button + POWER  
Setting head check function  
(STATUS LED flashes green)  
Setting completes  
(STATUS LED lights green)  
Note:  
When the buzzer sound mode is enabled, the buzzer sounds upon startup.  
Release the PRINT/FEED button to stop the buzzer. To check the settings for head  
check setting mode, see the test print output (See chapter 6, Test Printing).  
To end head check setting, confirm that the STATUS LED is on in green, then turn  
power off. After changing the head check setting mode, be sure to restore the DSW  
to their original settings.  
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Online command setting mode  
Online command setting details  
Type  
Operation  
Default  
SBPL com-  
mand setting  
MB400 compatibility Sets the online command as standard  
command setting  
legacy command (of theMB200/400  
series).  
SBPL command set- Sets the online command as an SBPL  
ting command.  
Change online command setting  
The online command setting is changed by the DIP switch (DSW) settings  
when the power is turned on, and by button settings. The settings are  
enabled upon turning the power off.  
(1)  
(2)  
MB400 compatibility command setting  
DSW-1,2,3,4=(ON,ON,ON,ON) + cover open + PRINT button + POWER  
SBPL command setting  
DSW-1,2,3,4=(ON,ON,ON,ON) + cover open + FEED button + POWER  
Processing setting  
(STATUS LED flashes green)  
Settings complete  
(STATUS LED lights green)  
Note:  
When the buzzer sound mode is enabled, the buzzer sounds upon  
startup.  
Release the PRINT/FEED button to stop the buzzer. To check the settings  
for head check setting mode, see the test print output (See Section 6, Test  
Printing).  
To end head check setting, confirm that the STATUS LED is on in green,  
then turn power off. After changing the head check setting mode, be sure  
to restore the DSW to their original settings.  
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Buzzer sound mode setting  
A buzzer can be sounded upon starting up the printer and upon errors.  
The buzzer is enabled by default. This can be enabled or disabled by the  
initial operation and by online command.  
Change buzzer sound setting  
(1)  
(2)  
Disable buzzer sound  
DSW-1,2,3,4=(OFF,OFF,ON,ON) + cover open + PRINT button + POWER  
Enable buzzer sound  
DSW-1,2,3,4=(OFF,OFF,ON,ON) + cover open + FEED button + POWER  
Processing setting  
(STATUS LED flashes green)  
Setting completes  
(STATUS LED lights green)  
Note:  
When the buzzer sound mode is enabled, the buzzer sounds upon  
startup.  
Release the PRINT/FEED button to stop the buzzer. To check the settings  
for the buzzer sound setting mode, see the test print output (See P. 23).  
To end buzzer sound setting, confirm that the STATUS LED is on in green,  
then turn the power off. After changing the buzzer sound setting mode, be  
sure to restore the DSW to their original settings.  
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Standard/non-standard code setting mode  
Standard/non-standard code settings for control codes can be changed using the  
control code setting command.  
Standard/non-standard specifications  
Type  
Operation  
Default  
Standard  
code  
Standard  
code  
The following control codes are set as standard codes.  
Control code  
STX  
Binary  
02H  
03H  
1BH  
1BH  
18H  
00H  
setting  
setting  
ETX  
ESC  
ENQ  
CAN  
NULL  
Non-stan-  
dard code  
setting  
The following control codes are set as non-standard codes.  
Control code  
STX  
Binary  
7BH({)  
7DH())  
5EH(^)  
40H(@)  
21H(!)  
7EH(~)  
ETX  
ESC  
ENQ  
CAN  
NULL  
Non-standard codes can be changed using the user down-  
load setting command.  
Change standard/non-standard code setting  
The standard code/non-standard code setting is changed by the DIP switch (DSW)  
settings when the power is turned on, and by button settings. The settings are  
enabled upon turning the power off.  
(1)  
Non-standard code setting  
DSW-1,2,3,4=(ON,ON,OFF,ON) + cover open + PRINT button + POWER  
Standard code setting  
(2)  
DSW-1,2,3,4=(ON,ON,OFF,ON) + cover open + FEED button + POWER  
Processing setting  
(STATUS LED flashes green)  
Setting completes  
(STATUS LED lights green)  
Notes: When the buzzer sound mode is enabled, the buzzer sounds upon startup.  
Release the PRINT/FEED button to stop the buzzer. To check the setting for the  
standard code/non-standard code setting mode, see chapter 6, Test Printing. To end  
standard code/non-standard code setting, confirm that the STATUS LED is on in  
green, then turn power off. After changing the standard code/non-standard code set-  
ting mode, be sure to restore the DSW to their original settings.After changing the  
dispenser operation mode setting, restore the DSW to their original settings.  
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DIP Switch  
Setting DIP switch  
1. Turn the power OFF.  
2. Open the DIP switch cover.  
3. Use a pointed object, such as the tip of a ballpoint pen, to change the  
switch position.  
O N  
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DIP Swith setting items  
DIP Switch Cover  
Key  
Startup Mode  
1
2
3
4
Print Feed Interface  
OFFOFFOFFOFFclose OFF OFF RS-2C  
close OFF ON  
OFFOFFON ON close OFF OFF RS-2C  
Content  
Normal printing mode  
User test printing mode  
HEX dump mode  
-
open  
ON OFF -  
OFF ON  
ON OFF -  
OFF ON  
Buzzer sound disabled  
Buzzer sound enabled  
Set Automatic peeling printing  
Set Manual peeling printing  
Normal printing mode  
open  
OFFOFFOFFON open  
open  
-
-
OFFON OFFOFFclose OFF OFF Bluetooth  
interface  
Wireless LAN  
interface  
-
close OFF ON  
OFFON OFFON open ON OFF -  
User test printing mode  
Head check (printing area)  
setting  
Head check disabled  
HEX dump mode  
open  
OFF ON  
-
OFFON ON ON close OFF OFF Bluetooth  
interface  
Wireless LAN  
interface  
ON OFF -  
OFF ON  
open  
open  
CRC check enabled  
CRC check enabled  
Normal startup mode  
-
ON OFFOFFOFFclose OFF OFF Infrared  
interface  
close OFF ON  
-
Test printing mode  
HEX dump mode  
ON OFFON ON close OFF OFF Infrared  
interface  
ON OFFOFFON open  
ON OFF -  
Head check (Barcode printing  
area) setting  
Head check disabled  
open  
OFF ON  
-
ON ON OFFOFFclose OFF OFF USB interface Normal operation  
close OFF ON Test printing mode  
ON ON ON ON close OFF OFF USB interface HEX dump mode  
-
open  
ON OFF -  
Set compatibility with MB400  
Online Commands  
Set compatibility with SBPL  
Online Commands  
open  
OFF ON  
-
ON ON OFFON open  
open  
ON OFF -  
OFF ON  
Non-standard Control codes  
Standard Control codes  
-
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Basic Specifications of MB400i/MB410i  
Item  
MB400i  
Thermal printing  
8 dots/mm (203 dpi) 12 dots/mm (305 dpi)  
4.09” (104 mm) [width] × 11.69” (297 mm) [pitch]  
MB410i  
Printing method  
Head density  
Maximum effective  
printing area  
Printing speed  
Maximum 4”/sec (103 mm/sec) [printing speed is 3”/sec  
(75 mm/sec) during dispenser printing]. The speed dif-  
fers, depending on printing duty and usage  
environment.  
Printing speed can be changed using the printing speed  
setting command.  
Printer: 6.7” (170 mm) [width] × 3” (76 mm) [depth] ×  
Dimensions  
• MB400i/410i without 5.3” (134 mm) [height]  
rubber boot  
Dimensions  
Printer: 8” (202 mm) [width] × 3.9” (99 mm) [depth] ×  
MB400i/410i with rub-6.5” (165 mm) [height]  
ber boot  
Weight  
1.65 lbs (750 g) or less [Standard model, including bat-  
• MB400i/410i without tery pack]  
rubber boot  
Weight  
2 lbs (910 g) [Standard model, including battery pack]  
MB400i/410i with rub-  
ber boot  
Power source [battery] Pack type [lithium ion] 1700 mAh can continuously print  
four rolls of thermal labels [equivalent to 164 ft (50 m)]  
when fully charged [however, at a printing rate of 16% or  
less].  
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MB400i  
MB410i  
Paper  
Always use genuine SATO labels.  
2.5 Mil to 7.5 Mil (0.064 mm to 0.190 mm)  
Roll media: Face-out winding  
Paper thickness  
Paper shape  
Maximum outer diameter: 2.63” (67 mm)  
Label size [backing  
liner and I-mark pitch]  
Standard  
Dispenser  
Linerless  
Width: 2” to 4.3” (50 to 111 mm)  
[2.1” to 4.4” (53 to 114 mm)]  
Pitch: 1” to 11.6” (25 to 297 mm)  
[1.1” to 11.8” (28 to 300 mm)]  
Width: 2” to 4.3” (50 to 111 mm)  
[2.1” to 4.4” (53 to 114 mm)]  
Pitch: 1” to 7.1”(25 to 182 mm )  
[1.1” to 7.2” (28 to 185 mm)]  
Width: 2” to 4.2” (53 to 107 mm)  
Pitch: 1” to 7.1” (28 to 182 mm)  
Label printing  
Continuous printing (Paper sensor enabled)  
Dispenser printing (Paper sensor enabled)  
Journal printing (Paper sensor disabled)  
Linerless printing (Paper sensor enabled)  
Label printing can be changed using the printer com-  
mand <PG>.  
Self-diagnosis function Head check/battery check/paper end/cover open/test  
printing  
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Low power  
MB400i  
MB410i  
Enters sleep mode after five seconds of non-activity  
consumption function (button press, data reception or cover operation). Auto-  
matically powers off after five minutes of continued non-  
activity. Note: The default setting for the Bluetooth or the  
wireless LAN models is to disable automatic power-off.  
The automatic power-off time can be changed using the  
<PG> printer operation command. For command  
details, see the programming guide.  
Item  
Interface  
MB400i  
MB410i  
• RS-232C  
• USB  
Mini DIN (specified)  
mini B type  
• Optical coupling  
3-Wire Cooked Mode, Infrared communication (compli-  
ant with IrDA Standard Ver 1.2)  
• Bluetooth option  
Bluetooth Specification  
• Wireless LAN option Wireless LAN interface (IEEE 802.11b/g)  
TCP/IP (FTP, LPR, SOCKET)  
Paper sensor  
Reflective sensor (I-mark), transmission type (gap), Dis-  
penser sensor  
Character magnifica- Bitmap Font: 1 to 6 times  
tion  
Agfa True Type Font: 6 to 99 point  
0°, 90°, 180°, 270°  
SATO standard fonts: XU, XS, XM, XB, XL, OCR-A,  
OCR-B, POP character  
Character rotation  
Bitmap Font  
Kanji:16 × 16, 22 × 22, 24 × 24 square Gothic (JIS level-  
1 and level-2 set), Mark-down fonts  
CG Times, CG Triumvirate  
True Type Font  
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MB400i  
MB410i  
Barcode  
EAN8/13, UPC-E/UPC-A, NW-7, CODE39, CODE93,  
CODE128, INTERLEAVED 2 of 5, POSTNET, RSS-14  
Note: However, barcodes are to be used at:  
Parallel barcode: thin bar width 2 dots or more  
Serial barcode: thin bar width 3 dots or more  
PDF417, QR code (includes micro QR), Data matrix  
code (ECC200), MAXI code, composite symbols  
POWER button, PRINT button, FEED button  
STATUS LED: 1 (lights in three colors: green, red, and  
orange)  
2-D code  
Switch  
Indicators  
Battery remaining power display LED : 3 (lights in two  
colors: green and red)  
Printer status information buzzer  
Buzzer  
Safety regulation  
CSA (CSA22.2 No.60950-1-03), CCC (GB4943-(2001)),  
SS337:2001, MIC, EK(AC adapter only)  
FCC15B Class B, GB9254-1998, GB17625.1(2003),  
EN55022, EN55024  
EMC regulation  
Wireless regulation  
FCC15C, GB4943, GB9254, GB17625.1, R&TTE  
(Wireless LAN/ Blue- (EN300 328 V1.4:2003-  
tooth)  
04), (EN301 489 V1.4.1:2002-08), IDATSSSS  
Protective circuit  
Overcharging prevention, over-discharging prevention,  
print head overheating protection function, low battery  
detection  
Water resistance  
Meets IPX3 JIS C0920-2003  
When using rain-resistant case (option)  
* Excludes when communication cable is connected.  
Operating ambient temperature :  
5 to 122°F (-15 to 50°C)  
Environment condi-  
tions (including battery  
pack)  
[for wireless LAN: 32 to 122°F  
(0 to 50°C)  
Humidity :  
20 to 80% Non-condensing  
Storage ambient temperature :  
13 to 140°F (-25 to 60°C)  
Humidity :  
20 to 80% Non-condensing  
Excludes paper environment  
Battery pack, AC adapter, battery charger (single), rain-  
resistant case, belt case, RS-232C cable, USB cable  
Options  
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SATO GROUP OF COMPANIES  
SATO NEW ZEALAND LTD.  
30 Apollo Drive, Mairangi Bay  
Auckland, New Zealand  
Tel: +64 9-477-2222  
SATO LABELLING SOLUTIONS  
Asia Pacific & Oceania Region  
EUROPE GmbH (AUSTRIA)  
SATO ASIA PACIFIC PTE. LTD.  
438A Alexandra Road #05-01/04,  
Alexandra Technopark, Singapore 119967  
Tel: +65-6271-5300  
Fax: +65-6273-6011  
Niederlassing Austria  
Jochen-Rindt-Straße 13  
1230 Wien, Austria  
Tel: +43-2762-52690  
Fax: +43-2762-52018  
Fax: +64-9-477-2228  
Email:  
European Region  
SATO LABELLING SOLUTIONS  
EUROPE GmbH (DENMARK)  
Naverland 29A DK-2600  
Glostrup, Denmark  
Tel.: +45-43204700  
Fax: +45-43204709  
SATO AUTO-ID MALAYSIA SDN. BHD.  
No.25, Jalan Pemberita U1/49,  
Temasya Industrial Park, Section U1,  
40150 Shah Alam, Selangor Darul Ehsan,  
Malaysia  
Tel: +60-3-7620-8901  
Fax: +60-3-5569-4977  
SATO LABELLING SOLUTIONS  
EUROPE GmbH (BELGIUM)  
Leuvensesteenweg 369,  
1932 Sint-Stevens-Woluwe, Belgium  
Tel: +32-2-788-80-00  
Fax: +32-2-788-80-80  
SATO POLSKA SP. Z O.O.  
ul. Wrocꢀawska 123, Radwanice,  
55-015 ꢁw. Katarzyna, Poland  
Tel: +48-71-381-03-60  
Fax: +48-71-381-03-68  
SATO AUTO-ID (THAILAND) CO., LTD.  
292/1 Moo 1 Theparak Road,  
Tumbol Theparak, Amphur Muang,  
Samutprakarn 10270, Thailand  
Tel: +66-2-736-4460  
Fax: +66-2-736-4461  
SATO LABELLING SOLUTIONS  
EUROPE GmbH (GERMANY)  
Ersheimer Straße 71,  
69434 Hirschhorn, Germany  
Tel: +49-6272-9201-160  
Fax: +49-6272-9201-347  
SATO IBERIA S.A.  
Dels Corrals Nous, 35-39  
Pol. Can Roqueta, 08202 - Sabadell  
Barcelona, Spain  
SATO SHANGHAI CO., LTD.  
307 Haining Road, ACE Bldg,  
10th Floor, Hongkou Area, Shanghai,  
China 200080  
SATO LABELLING SOLUTIONS  
EUROPE GmbH (NORWAY)  
Hovfaret 4 0275 Oslo, Norway  
Tel.: +47-225-106-70  
Fax: +47-225-106-71  
Tel: +34-902-333-341  
Fax: +34-902-333-349  
Tel: +86-21-6306-8899  
Fax: +86-21-6309-1318  
SATO FRANCE S.A.S.  
Parc d'Activités, Rue Jacques Messager,  
59 175 Templemars, France  
Tel: +33-3-20-62-96-40  
SATO LABELLING SOLUTIONS  
EUROPE GmbH (NETHERLANDS)  
Techniekweg 1b, 3481 MK Harmelen,  
Netherlands  
Tel.: +31-348-444437  
Fax: +31-348-446403  
SATO ASIA PACIFIC PTE. LTD.  
Korea Representative Office  
6F, Korea Housing Center,  
Yeouido-dong 45-11, Yeongdeungpo-gu,  
Seoul, Korea 150-736  
Tel: +82-2-761-5072  
Fax: +82-2-761-5073  
Fax: +33-3-20-62-96-55  
SATO UK LTD.  
Valley Road, Harwich,  
Essex CO12 4RR, United Kingdom  
Tel: +44-1255-240000  
Fax: +44-1255-240111  
SATO LABELLING SOLUTIONS  
EUROPE GmbH (ITALY)  
SATO ASIA PACIFIC PTE. LTD.  
India Representative Office  
Regus Level 2, Connaugh Place,  
Bund Garden Road, Pune. 411001, India  
Tel: +91-20-4014-7747  
Fax: +91-20-4014-7576  
Viale Europa 39/1,  
20090 Cusago, Milano, Italy  
Tel.: +39-2-903-944-64  
Fax: +39-2-903-940-35  
American Region  
SATO AMERICA, INC.  
10350-A Nations Ford Road, Charlotte,  
NC 28273, U.S.A.  
Tel: +1-704-644-1650  
Fax: +1-704-644-1662  
SATO LABELLING SOLUTIONS  
EUROPE GmbH (SWITZERLAND)  
SATO AUSTRALIA PTY LTD.  
1/1 Nursery Avenue, Clayton Business  
Park, Clayton, VIC 3168 Australia  
Tel: +61-3-8814-5330  
Fax: +61-3-8814-5335  
Allmendstraße 19,  
8320 Fehraltorf, Switzerland  
Tel: +41-44-954-84-00  
Fax: +41-44-954-84-09  
SATO LABELING SOLUTIONS  
AMERICA, INC.  
1140 Windham Parkway, Romeoville,  
Illinois 60446, U.S.A.  
Tel: +1-800-645-3290  
Fax: +1-630-771-4210  
Extensive contact information of worldwide SATO operations  
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