TEC Thermal Printer
B-670/680-QQ SERIES
Owner’s Manual
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Safety Summary
Safety Summary
Personal safety in handling or maintaining the equipment is extremely important. Warnings and Cautions
necessary for safe handling are included in this manual. All warnings and cautions contained in this
manual should be read and understood before handling or maintaining the equipment.
Do not attempt to effect repairs or modifications to this equipment. If a fault occurs that cannot be rectified
using the procedures described in this manual, turn off the power, unplug the machine, then contact your
authorized TOSHIBA TEC representative for assistance.
Meanings of Each Symbol
This symbol indicates warning items (including cautions).
Specific warning contents are drawn inside the symbol.
(The symbol on the left indicates a general caution.)
This symbol indicates prohibited actions (prohibited items).
Specific prohibited contents are drawn inside or near the symbol.
(The symbol on the left indicates “no disassembling”.)
This symbol indicates actions which must be performed.
Specific instructions are drawn inside or near the symbol.
(The symbol on the left indicates “disconnect the power cord plug from the outlet”.)
This indicates that there is the risk of death or serious injury if the
machines are improperly handled contrary to this indication.
WARNING
specified AC voltage
is prohibited.
Any other than the
Do not use voltages other than the
voltage (AC) specified on the rating
plate, as this may cause fire or
electric shock.
Do not plug in or unplug the power
cord plug with wet hands as this may
cause electric shock.
Prohibited
Prohibited
Prohibited
If the machines share the same
outlet with any other electrical
appliances which consume large
amounts of power, the voltage will
fluctuate widely each time these
appliances operate. Be sure to
provide an exclusive outlet for the
machine as this may cause the
machines to malfunction.
Do not place metal objects or
water-filled containers such as flower
vases, flower pots or mugs, etc. on
top of the machines. If metal objects
or spilled liquid enter the machines,
this may cause fire or electric
shock.
Prohibited
Do not insert or drop metal,
flammable or other foreign objects into
the machines through the ventilation
slits, as this may cause fire or electric
shock.
Do not scratch, damage or modify
the power cords. Also, do not place
heavy objects on, pull on, or exces-
sively bend the cords, as this may
cause fire or electrical shock.
Prohibited
Disconnect
the plug.
Continued use of the machines in an
abnormal condition such as when the
machines are producing smoke or
strange smells may cause fire or elec-
tric shock. In these cases, immedi-
ately turn off the power switches and
disconnect the power cord plugs from
the outlet. Then, contact your author-
ized TOSHIBA TEC representative for
assistance.
Disconnect
the plug.
If the machines are dropped or their
cabinets damaged, first turn off the
power switches and disconnect the
power cord plugs from the outlet, and
then contact your authorized
TOSHIBA TEC representative for
assistance. Continued use of the
machine in that condition may cause
fire or electric shock.
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Safety Summary
Disconnect
the plug.
Disconnect
the plug.
If foreign objects (metal fragments,
water, liquids) enter the machines,
first turn off the power switches and
disconnect the power cord plugs from
the outlet, and then contact your
authorized TOSHIBA TEC repre-
sentative for assistance. Continued
use of the machine in that condition
may cause fire or electric shock.
When unplugging the power cords,
be sure to hold and pull on the plug
portion. Pulling on the cord portion
may cut or expose the internal wires
and cause fire or electric shock.
Connect a
grounding
wire.
No disassem-
bling.
Ensure that the equipment is
properly grounded. Extension cables
should also be grounded. Fire or
electric shock could occur on
mproperly grounded equipment.
Do not remove covers, repair or
modify the machine by yourself. You
may be injured by high voltage, very
hot parts or sharp edges inside the
machine.
This indicates that there is the risk of personal Injury or damage to
CAUTIONobjects if the machines are improperly handled contrary to this indication.
Precautions
The following precautions will help to ensure that this machine will continue to function correctly.
•
Try to avoid locations that have the following adverse conditions:
*
*
Temperatures out of the specification
Shared power source
*
*
Direct sunlight
Excessive vibration
*
*
High humidity
Dust/Gas
•
The cover should be cleaned by wiping with a dry cloth or a cloth slightly dampened with a mild
detergent solution. NEVER USE THINNER OR ANY OTHER VOLATILE SOLVENT on the plastic
covers.
•
•
USE ONLY TOSHIBA TEC SPECIFIED paper and ribbons.
DO NOT STORE the paper or ribbons where they might be exposed to direct sunlight, high tem-
peratures, high humidity, dust, or gas.
•
•
•
Ensure the printer is operated on a level surface.
Any data stored in the memory of the printer could be lost during a printer fault.
Try to avoid using this equipment on the same power supply as high voltage equipment or equip-
ment likely to cause mains interference.
•
•
•
Unplug the machine whenever you are working inside it or cleaning it.
Keep your work environment static free.
Do not place heavy objects on top of the machines, as these items may become unbalanced and fall
causing injury.
•
Do not block the ventilation slits of the machines, as this will cause heat to build up inside the
machines and may cause fire.
•
•
•
Do not lean against the machine. It may fall on you and could cause injury.
Care must be taken not to injure yourself with the printer paper cutter.
Unplug the machine when it is not used for a long period of time.
Request Regarding Maintenance
•
Utilize our maintenance services.
After purchasing the machine, contact your authorized TOSHIBA TEC representative for assistance
once a year to have the inside of the machine cleaned. Otherwise, dust will build up inside the
machines and may cause a fire or a malfunction. Cleaning is particularly effective before humid
rainy seasons.
•
•
Our preventive maintenance service performs the periodic checks and other work required to
maintain the quality and performance of the machines, preventing accidents beforehand.
For details, please consult your authorized TOSHIBA TEC representative for assistance.
Using insecticides and other chemicals
Do not expose the machines to insecticides or other volatile solvents. This will cause the cabinet or
other parts to deteriorate or cause the paint to peel.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
1. INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................... 1- 1
1.1 APPLICABLE MODEL ..................................................................... 1- 1
1.2 ACCESSORIES ............................................................................... 1- 1
2. SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................... 2- 1
2.1 PRINTER.......................................................................................... 2- 1
2.2 OPTIONS ......................................................................................... 2- 2
2.3 MEDIA .............................................................................................. 2- 3
2.4 RIBBON............................................................................................ 2- 3
3. OVERVIEW .............................................................................................. 3- 1
3.1 FRONT/REAR VIEW........................................................................ 3- 1
3.2 OPERATION PANEL ....................................................................... 3- 1
4. DIP SWITCH FUNCTIONS (B-672 only) ................................................. 4- 1
5. SET UP PROCEDURE............................................................................. 5- 1
5.1 REQUIREMENTS FOR OPERATION.............................................. 5- 1
5.2 SETTING UP THE PRINTER........................................................... 5- 1
6. INSTALLING THE PRINTER ................................................................... 6- 1
6.1 CONNECTING THE POWER CORD AND CABLES ....................... 6- 1
6.2 HOLDER STAND INSTALLATION................................................... 6- 1
7. LOADING THE RIBBON.......................................................................... 7- 1
8. LOADING THE MEDIA ............................................................................ 8- 1
9. INSERTING THE OPTIONAL FLASH MEMORY CARD (B-672 only) ... 9- 1
10. INSERTING THE OPTIONAL PCMCIA CARD (B-682 only) ................ 10- 1
11. CARE/HANDLING OF THE MEDIA AND RIBBON............................... 11- 1
12. GENERAL MAINTENANCE .................................................................. 12- 1
12.1 CLEANING ..................................................................................... 12- 1
12.2 UNDER THE MEDIA GUIDES ....................................................... 12- 3
12.3 COVERS AND PANELS ................................................................ 12- 3
12.4 REMOVING JAMMED MEDIA ....................................................... 12- 4
12.5 THRESHOLD SETTING................................................................. 12- 6
13. TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................... 13- 1
CAUTION:
1. This manual may not be copied in whole or in part without prior written permission of
TOSHIBA TEC.
2. The contents of this manual may be changed without notification.
3. Please refer to your local Authorized Service representative with regard to any queries
you may have in this manual.
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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 APPLICABLE MODEL
1. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing the TEC B-672/682 Series thermal/transfer printer. This new generation high
performance/quality printer is equipped with the latest hardware including the newly developed high
density (12 dot/mm, 305 dot/inch) edge print head. This will allow very clear print at a maximum speed
of 203.2 mm/sec. (8 inch/sec.). Other standard features include an external media supply.
Optional features include a strip mechanism and Cutter mechanism.
This manual contains general set-up and maintenance information and should be read carefully to help
gain maximum performance and life from your printer. For most queries please refer to this manual and
keep it safe for future reference.
1.1 APPLICABLE MODEL
• B-672-QQ
• B-682-TS10-QQ
• B-682-TS10-QQ-US
Model name description
B - 6 7 2 - T S 1 0 - Q Q
Destination Code
QQ-US: North America block, QQ: Except for QQ-US
Issue mode
S: Batch
Resolution
T: 12 dot/mm (305 dpi)
Thermal direct/Thermal transfer
Printer Type
7: Base Model, 8: Enhanced Model
1.2 ACCESSORIES
Owner's Manual
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Power Cord
Media Holder
Print Head Cleaner
(24089500013)
Holder Shaft
Thumbscrew
(M-4x6)
Left/Right Side Holder
Holder Base
Quality control report
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2. SPECIFICATIONS
2.1 PRINTER
2. SPECIFICATIONS
2.1 PRINTER
Model
Item
B-672/682-QQ
Universal (automatic switching)
Supply voltage
85-138 V, 50/60 Hz
187-276 V, 50/60 Hz
Be sure to use a power cord which meets the standard.
3.5 A, 260 W maximum (standby: 360 mA, 20 W maximum)
5˚C ~ 40˚C
Power consumption
Operating temperature
range
Relative humidity
Print head
Printing methods
Print speeds
25% ~ 85%RH (no condensation)
Thermal print head 12 dots per mm (305 dots per inch)
Thermal direct or Thermal transfer
76.2 mm/sec. (3 inch/sec.), 101.6 mm/sec. (4 inch/sec.),
203.2 mm/sec. (8 inch/sec.)
Maximum print width
Dispensing modes
170.6 mm (6.72 inches)
Batch (Continuous), Strip (On-demand) and Cut modes
(Bothcutandstripmodesareavailableonlywhentheirrespectivemodules
are fitted.)
Message display
Dimensions
Weight
20 characters x 1 line
437 mm (width) x 282 mm (depth) x 395 mm (height)
B-672: 25 kg (without media and ribbon)
B-682: 26 kg (without media and ribbon)
Available bar-code types JAN8, JAN13, EAN8, EAN8 + 2 digits, EAN8 + 5 digits
EAN13, EAN13 + 2digits, EAN13 + 5 digits
UPC-E, UPC-E + 2 digits, UPC-E + 5 digits
UPC-A, UPC-A + 2 digits, UPC-A + 5 digits
MSI, ITF, NW-7, CODE39, CODE93, CODE128
EAN128, Industrial 2 to 5, Customer Bar Code, POSTNET, KIX CODE,
RM4SCC (ROYAL MAIL 4STATE CUTOMER CODE),
Two-dimensional code
Fonts
Data Matrix, PDF417, QR Code, Maxi Code, Micro PDF417,
CP Code (B-672 only)
Times Roman (6 sizes), Helvetica (6 sizes), Presentation (1 size),
Letter Gothic (1 size), Prestige Elite (2 sizes), Courier (2 sizes),
OCR(2types),Writablecharacters(40types,2-bytecharacterisavailable:
B682 only), Outline font (B-672: 1 type, B-682: 4 types),
Price font (3 types: B-682 only)
Rotations
0˚, 90˚, 180˚, 270˚
Standard interfaces
Serial interface (RS-232C)
Parallel interface (Centronics)
Expansion I/O interface
Flash memory card interface (B-672 only)
PCMCIA interface (B-682 only)
Optional interface
∗ Data MatrixTM is a trademark of International Data Matrix, Inc.
PDF417 is a trademark of Symbol Technologies, Inc.
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2. SPECIFICATIONS
2.2 OPTIONS
2.2 OPTIONS
Source
Option Name
Cutter module
Strip module
Type
Description
See NOTE 1.
See NOTE 1.
B-4208-QM
B-4908-H-QM
A stop and cut swing cutter
This module strips the label from the back-
ing paper with the take-up block and strip
block.
See NOTE 2.
See NOTE 3.
D-RAM PC Board
(B-672 only)
FMBC0067801
B-8700-PC-QM
A 2MB RAM upgrade which enhances the
image handling capability of the printer.
Flash memory card
(B-672 only)
A flash ROM card (1MB and 4MB) for
storing logos, writable characters and for-
mats.
See NOTE 1.
PCMCIA interface
board
(B-682 only)
This board enables the following PCMCIA
cards to be used.
* LAN card: 3 COM EtherLink®III (recom-
mended)
* ATA card: Conforming to PC card ATA
standard
*Flashmemorycard:4MBcard(SeePage
10-1.)
NOTES:1. Available from your nearest TOSHIBA TEC representative or TOSHIBA TEC Head
Quarters.
2. Available from TOSHIBA TEC Parts Center.
3. Whenpurchasingflashmemorycardlocally, selectonehavingthespecificationsdescribed
at page 9-1.
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2.3 MEDIA
2. SPECIFICATIONS
Refer to the following
NOTE 2.
2.3 MEDIA
Black Mark
Black Mark
Tag paper
Label
(on reverse side)
(on reverse side)
I
I
Stop
Stop
position
Tag paper
position
E
F
Cut
position
Cut
position
Reference
coordinate
J
Reference
coordinate
1
A
A
B
1
H
H
Reference
coordinate
Reference
coordinate
2
2
G
D
C
Feed direction
G
C
Fig. 2-1
[Unit: mm]
Cut mode
Label dispensing mode
B-672
Batch mode
10.00 ~ 999.0
10.00 ~ 1709.0
Strip mode
Item
Label: 38 ~ 999.0
Tag: 25.4 ~ 999.0
25.4 ~ 999.0
25.4 ~ 1709.0
A : Span of one label/tag
Label: 38 ~ 1709.0
Tag: 25.4 ~ 1709.0
B-682
B-672
B-682
7.5 ~ 996.5
7.5 ~ 1707.0
22.9 ~ 996.5
22.9 ~ 1707.0
25.0 ~ 993.0
25.0 ~ 1703.0
: Label length
B
: Width including backing paper
: Label width
C
D
84.0 ~ 175.0 (See NOTE 3.)
81.0 ~ 172.0
: Gap length
: Black mark length (Tag paper)
: Effective print width
E
F
2.5 ~ 20.0
2.5 ~ 20.0
2.5 ~ 10.0
10.0 ~ 170.6
20.9 ~ 298.6
20.9 ~ 1705.0
20.9 ~ 981.3
6.0 ~ 20.0
G
H
:
B-672
B-682
B-672
5.5 ~ 298.6
5.5 ~ 1705.0
5.5 ~ 981.3
8.0 ~ 298.6
8.0 ~ 1705.0
8.0 ~ 981.3
23.0 ~ 298.6
23.0 ~ 1705.0
23.0 ~ 981.3
23.4 ~ 298.6
23.4 ~ 1705.0
23.4 ~ 981.3
Standard
Label
Max. memory
Standard
Effective
print length
B-672
B-682
B-672
23.4 ~ 298.6
Tag
Max. memory
23.4 ~ 981.3
1.0
Refer to the following NOTE 2.
: Print speed up/slow down area
: Black mark length (Label)
I
J
B-672
B-682
B-672
149.3
852.0
490.6
Maximum effective
length for on the fly
isue
Standard
Max. memory
Outer roll diameter
Label
Thickness
Tag
Ø200 Max.
0.13 ~ 0.17
0.10 ~ 0.17
NOTES:
1. The media specification other than above are unchanged.
2. When marking black marks on label rolls, the following requirements must be satisfied.
When the gap length is less than 4 mm:
The black mark length should be longer than the gap length.
When the gap length is 4 mm or more:
The black mark should not overlap the gap for more than 4 mm and the following label.
3. When the print speed is 8"/sec., the width including backing paper will be 84 to 150 mm. When the optional cutter
module or strip module is used, the width including backing paper will be 101.6 to 175 mm.
4. If the label used is smaller than specified, the print head life may be shortened.
5. When issuing thermal labels at 8"/sec., the print stop position should be set to a minimum of 1 mm inside the label.
NOTES:
2.4 RIBBON
1. “On the fly issue” means that the printer can draw and print without stopping
between labels.
Type
Spool type
115 mm ~ 185 mm
(See NOTE 5.)
300 m
2. To ensure print quality and print head life use only TOSHIBA TEC specified media
Width
and ribbons.
3. When using the cutter ensure that label length B plus inter label gap length E
exceeds 35 mm. (i.e. label pitch should be greater than 35 mm.)
Length
4. Toavoidribbonwrinklesusetheribbonwhichiswiderthanmediaby5mmormore.
However, too much difference in width between the two may cause wrinkles.
Outer diameter Ø72 mm (max.)
5. When the print speed is 8"/sec., the width will be 115 to 160 mm.
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3. OVERVIEW
3.1 FRONT/REAR VIEW
3. OVERVIEW
3.1 FRONT/REAR VIEW
Front View
Top Cover
Message Display (LCD)
Operation Panel
Head Lever
Right Side Cover
Power Switch
0: OFF
1: ON
Media Outlet
Rear View
[B-672]
[B-682]
Memory Card Slot
1
PCMCIA
Card Slot
(2 slots)
AC Power Inlet
2
2
3
3
1
1 Serial Interface Connector (RS-232C)
2 Parallel Interface Connector (Centronics)
3 Expansion I/O Interface Connector
Fig. 3-1
3.2 OPERATION PANEL
MESSAGE DISPLAY (LCD)
When power is turned on and it is ready to print, “ON LINE” is displayed.
POWER LED (Green)
Lights when the power is turned on.
ON-LINE LED (Green)
1) Flashes when communicating with a host computer.
2) On while printing.
POWER
FEED
ON LINE
ERROR
ERROR LED (Red)
Lights when a communication error occurs, when the media/ribbon ends
or the printer does not operate correctly.
FEED Key
Feeds paper.
RESTART PAUSE
RESTART Key
Resets the printer when paused or when an error occurs.
Used to set the threshold. (Refer to page 12-6)
PAUSE Key
Fig. 3-2
Pauses printing.
Message display shows “PAUSE” and an unprinted count.
Used to set the threshold. (Refer to page 12-6)
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4. DIP SWITCH FUNCTIONS (B-672 only)
4. DIP SWITCH FUNCTIONS (B-672 only)
4. DIP SWITCH FUNCTIONS (B-672 only)
The DIP switches are located to the right of the Guide Wheel.
WARNING!
DIPSW 2
OPEN
1
2
3
4
5
6
Turn the POWER OFF before
switching the functions.
7
8
Guide Wheel
DIPSW 1
OPEN
1
2
3
4
5
6
(1) DIP SW 2
7
8
No.
1
ON/OFF
FUNCTION
1
2
OFF
ON
OFF 2400 BPS
OFF 4800 BPS
ON 9600 BPS
ON 19200 BPS
Fig. 4-1
Transmission speed
OFF
ON
2
OFF
ON
1 bit
3
4
5
6
Stop bit length
Data length
2 bits
7 bits
8 bits
Without
With
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
Parity check
OFF
ON
EVEN
ODD
Parity check (effective when DIP
SW #5 is set to ON.)
7
8
XON/XOFF (No XON is output at the power on time.)
(No XOFF is output at the power off time.)
OFF
OFF
7
READY/BUSY (DTA)
(No XON is output at the power on time.)
(No XOFF is output at the power off time.)
READY/BUSY (RTS)
(No XON is output at the power on time.)
(No OFF is output at the power off time.)
ON
OFF
Data protocol
XON/XOFF+READY/BUSY
OFF
ON
ON (XON is output at the power on time.)
(XOFF is output at the power off time.)
8
XON/XOFF (XON is output at the power on time.)
ON
(XOFF is output at the power off time.)
(2) DIP SW 1
No.
1
ON/OFF
FUNCTION
OFF
ON
3
Must be set to OFF
2
OFF
4
2
OFF OFF English
ON
OFF OFF German
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
ON
OFF French
OFF Dutch
ON Spanish
ON Japanese
ON Italian
ON Not used
Without
Language to display LCD error
message
3
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
4
5
6
7
8
Auto media feed after a cut issue
(See page 8-4)
With
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
Must be set to OFF
Fixed type
Movable type
Must be set to OFF
Media sensor selection
NOTES: The Shaded settings are the factory default settings. "OFF" means "OPEN".
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5. SET UP PROCEDURE
5.1 REQUIREMENTS FOR OPERATION
5. SET UP PROCEDURE
5.1 REQUIREMENTS FOR OPERATION
The B-672/682 has the following requirements:
• The host computer must have a serial port or centronics parallel port.
• To communicate with host, either an RS-232C cable or Centronics cable is required.
(1) RS-232C cable..........25 pins
(2) Centronics cable .......36 pins
• To print the format, create the complete program using the interface/communication manual.
■ Interface Cables
To prevent radiation and reception of electrical noise, the interface cables must meet the following
requirements:
• Fully shielded and fitted with metal or metalised connector housings.
• Kept as short as possible.
• Should not be bundled tightly with power cords.
• Should not be tied to power line conduits.
■ RS-232C Cable description
The serial data cable used to connect the printer to the host computer should be one of the following two
types:
NOTE:Use an RS-232C cable with imperial (inch) connector securing screws.
DB-25P
DB-9S
Connector to Printer
Connector to PC
Signal
PIN No.
PIN No.
Signal
N.C.
RXD
TXD
DTR
GND
DSR
RTS
CTS
N.C.
Shield
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
3
2
20
7
6
4
TXD
RXD
DSR
GND
DTR
CTS
RTS
5
Housing
Housing
Shield
DB-25P
Connector to Printer
DB-25S
Connector to PC
PIN No.
Signal
PIN No.
Signal
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
20
Shield
TXD
RXD
RTS
CTS
DSR
GND
DTR
3
2
20
7
6
4
TXD
RXD
DSR
GND
DTR
CTS
RTS
5
Fig. 5-1
5.2 SETTING UP THE PRINTER
• Place the printer on a flat, stable surface.
• Use a grounded electrical outlet do not use adapter plug.
• Be sure there is adequate room around the printer for easy operation and maintenance.
• Keep your work environment static free.
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6. INSTALLING THE PRINTER
6.1 CONNECTING THE POWER CORD AND CABLES
6. INSTALLING THE PRINTER
6.1 CONNECTING THE POWER CORD AND CABLES
WARNING!
Turn the POWER SWITCH to OFF before connecting the power cord or cables.
[B-672]
[B-682]
Expansion I/O
Cable
4
1
2
1
3
3
2
1 Power Cord
2 Serial Interface Cable (RS-232C)
4
3 Parallel Interface Cable (Centronics)
4 Expansion I/O Cable
Fig. 6-1
NOTES: Different cables cannot be used at the same time.
6.2 HOLDER STAND INSTALLATION
Fit the left and right side holders into the dowels of the holder base and fasten the side holders to the
holder base with the thumbscrews.
Thumbscrew
Left Side Holder
Right Side Holder
Holder Base
Dowel
Fig. 6-2
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7. LOADING THE RIBBON
7. LOADING THE RIBBON
7. LOADING THE RIBBON
WARNING!
1. Do not touch moving parts. To reduce the risk that fingers, jewelry, clothing,
etc., be drawn into the moving parts, push the switch in the “OFF” position to
stop movement.
2. To avoid injury, be careful not to catch or jam your fingers while opening
or closing the cover.
Therearetwotypesofmediaavailableforprintingon,thesearestandardmediaanddirectthermalmedia
(a chemically treated surface). DO NOT LOAD a ribbon when using a direct thermal media.
1. Turn the power off and open both the top cover and the right side cover.
2. Set the head lever to the “OPEN” position and release the head lock plate.
Top Cover
Head Lever
Right Side Cover
OPEN
1
2
Head Lock Plate
Fig. 7-1
Head Lever Position
1:
2:
Labels or thin tag paper
Thick tag paper
OPEN: Ribbon/media replacement
3. As Fig. 7-2 shows, unroll and loosen the ribbon a little.
4. Insert the ribbon under the print block so that the ribbon supply end is positioned backside of the
printer.
Ribbon
Ribbon Core
Fig. 7-2
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7. LOADING THE RIBBON
7. LOADING THE RIBBON
5. Push the ribbon core against the spring guide wheel, align the protrusion of the guide wheel with the
notch of the ribbon core, then set the ribbon.
6. To remove the slack of the ribbon, turn the ribbon core in the direction indicated by the arrow.
7. If the ribbon wrinkles while printing, move the ribbon levers back or forth until the wrinkle is removed.
Spring Guide Wheel
Protrusion
Guide Wheel
STEP 1
STEP 2
Notch
Ribbon Core
Ribbon
Ribbon Lever
Fig. 7-3
NOTE: When removing the ribbon, be careful not to snag the ribbon on the part
.
8. Set the head lock plate.
9. Turn the head lever to the proper position depending on the used media. (Refer to Fig. 7-1)
1: Labels or thin tag paper
2: Thick tag paper
CAUTION: When using labels ensure that the head lever is set to position 1.
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8. LOADING THE MEDIA
8. LOADING THE MEDIA
8. LOADING THE MEDIA
WARNING!
1. Do not touch moving parts. To reduce the risk that fingers, jewelry, clothing,
etc., be drawn into the moving parts, push the switch in the “OFF” position to
stop movement.
2. To avoid injury, be careful not to catch or jam your fingers while opening
or closing the cover.
1. Install the holder stand on the rear of the printer.
2. Loosen the screw
Media Guides
and slide the media guides outside.
Holder Stand
Release Lock
Screw
Fig. 8-1
CAUTION:
DO NOT MOVE the Media Guides using the screw
.
3. Lock the Media Holder securely with the Lock Lever.
4. Pass the Holder Shaft through the Media, then set one of the Media Holders and lock it securely with
the Lock Lever.
Media Holder
Media Holder
Holder Shaft
Holder Shaft
Lock Lever
Fig. 8-2
Media
Lock Lever
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8. LOADING THE MEDIA
8. LOADING THE MEDIA
5. Turn the Lock Levers of the Media Holders to the unlock position and readjust the Media position to
the center. Then lock the Media Holders securely with the Lock Levers. Fit the Media Guides to the
Media. Tighten the screw
firmly.
Media Guide
Lock Lever
Media Holder
Media
Media Holder
Media Guide
Holder Stand
Screw
Holder Shaft
Notch
Bush
Fig. 8-3
NOTE: Set in the bushes of the Holder Shaft into notches of the Holder Stand securely.
6. The black mark/feed gap sensor is selectable between the fixed type and the movable type by
changingtheDIPswitchsettingontheB-672. FortheB-682,contactyourauthorizedTOSHIBATEC
representative to change the Operation Panel setting. When the fixed type is selected, the black
mark sensor is located at the center of the media and the feed gap sensor is at 10 mm left to the black
mark sensor. The movable sensor can be located anywhere between the left end of the effective
print width and the fixed sensor.
After changing the sensor type, the sensitivity of the sensor must be adjusted. In this case call a
TOSHIBA TEC authorized service representative.
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8. LOADING THE MEDIA
8. LOADING THE MEDIA
7. Set the black mark/feed gap sensor to the correct position by turning the adjusting knob. Turning
theknobrightwillmovethesensortowardsthecenterofthemediawhileturningleftwillmoveitaway
from the center of the media.
■ An easy way to set the black mark sensor position
1 Pull the media about 500 mm out of the front of the printer, turn the media back on it’s self and
feed it under the print head past the sensor so that the black mark can be seen from above.
2 Adjust the sensor position to that of the black mark (the upper hole indicates the position of the
black mark sensor).
(Feed Gap Sensor)
Black Mark Sensor
Adjusting Knob
Black Mark
Media
Fig. 8-4
NOTE: Make sure to set the sensor to detect the center of the black mark, otherwise a paper jam
error could occur.
■ Setting the feed gap sensor position
Adjust the sensor to detect on the gap (the lower hole indicates the position of the feed gap
sensor).
(Black Mark Sensor)
Feed Gap Sensor
Adjusting Knob
Media
Media
Fig. 8-5
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8. LOADING THE MEDIA
8. LOADING THE MEDIA
8. The media is now loaded and the sensor position is set.
Batch type:
Media
Fig. 8-6
Cutter type: Where a cutter is fitted load the media as standard and feed it through the cutter
module.
NOTES: 1. Be sure to cut the backing paper of label. Cutting label will cause the glue to stick to the
cutter, which may affect the cutter quality and shorten the cutter life.
2. If the top edge of label winds onto the platen in cut issue, set the DIP SW 1-5 of the B-672
to ON. For the B-682, contact your authorized TOSHIBA TEC representative to change
the Operation Panel setting.
3. Use of tag paper with the thickness exceeding the specified valve may affect the cutter life.
Cutter Module
Media Outlet
Media
Fig. 8-7
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8. LOADING THE MEDIA
8. LOADING THE MEDIA
Strip type:
1 Strip labels from the backing paper for about 200-mm long from the top edge of the label roll.
2 Lower the backing paper release bar.
3 Pass the backing paper between the strip roller and the backing paper holder. After taking up
any slack of the media, set the backing paper release bar in position.
Media (Backing Paper)
Backing Paper Release Bar
Fig. 8-8
Backing Paper Holder
9. Turn the head lever to the proper position depending on the used media. (Refer to Fig. 7-1)
1: Labels or thin tag paper
2: Thick tag paper
CAUTION: When using labels ensure that the head lever is set to position 1.
10. Close the top and right side covers.
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9. INSERTING THE OPTIONAL FLASH MEMORY CARD (B-672 only)
9. INSERTING THE OPTIONAL FLASH MEMORY CARD (B-672 only)
9. INSERTING THE OPTIONAL FLASH MEMORY CARD
(B-672 only)
WARNING!
Turn the power OFF when inserting or removing the flash memory card.
CAUTION:
Toprotectmemorycards,dischargestaticelectricityfromyourbodybytouchingtheprinterrear
cover prior to touching the memory cards.
1. Turn the power off.
2. Insert the flash memory card into the memory card slot on the rear of the printer.
3. Turn the power on.
Flash Memory Card
Fig. 9-1
NOTES: 1. Be sure to protect a flash memory card when not in use in the printer by putting it in it’s
protective cover.
2. Do not subject the card to any shocks or excessive forces.
3. Do not expose the card to extremes of heat by either storing in direct sunlight or close to
a heater.
4. Do not expose the card to excessive humidity by wiping it with a wet cloth or storing it in
a damp place.
5. Before inserting or removing the card, make sure that the power switch is turned off.
6. The following flash cards can be used. (The 1MB-card is read only and the 4MB card can
read/write.)
Maker code
1CH
Capacity
Maker
Type
Device code
D0H
1M Byte Maxell
EF-1M-TB AA
MF81M1-GBDAT01
EF-4M-TB CC
EF-4M-TB DC
FL04M-15-11119-03
IMC004FLSA
Mitsubishi
B0H
04H
01H
89H
4M Byte Maxell
Maxell
88H
ADH
Centennial Technologies INC.
INTEL
A2H
Simple TECHNOLOGY
Mitsubishi
STI-FL/4A
MF84M1-G7DAT01
FJN-004M6C
PC Card KING MAX
Centennial Technologies INC.
PC Card
FL04M-20-11138-67
FJP-004M6R
89H
A0H
AAH
Mitsubishi
MF84M1-GMCAV01
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10. INSERTING THE OPTIONAL PCMCIA CARD (B-682 only)
10. INSERTING THE OPTIONAL PCMCIA CARD (B-682 only)
10. INSERTINGTHEOPTIONALPCMCIACARD(B-682only)
WARNING:
Turn the power OFF when inserting or removing the PCMCIA card.
CAUTION:
To protect PCMCIA cards, discharge static electricity from your body by touching the printer rear
cover prior touching the PCMCIA cards.
1. Turn the power off.
2. Insert the PCMCIA card into the card slot at the rear of the printer.
3. Turn the power on.
1
2
PCMCIA Card
Fig. 10-1
NOTES: 1. Be sure to protect a PCMCIA card when not in use in the printer by putting it in its protective
cover.
2. Do not subject the card to any shocks or excessive forces.
3. Do not expose the card to extremes of heat by either storing in direct sunlight or close to a
heater.
4. Do not expose the card to excessive humidity by wiping it with a wet cloth or storing it in a
damp place.
5. Before inserting or removing the card, make sure that the power switch is turned off.
6. The following PCMCIA cards can be used.
Type
ATA Card
LAN Card
Maker
Description
Remarks
A card conforming to the PC card ATA standard
3 COM
Maxell
Ether Link III 3C589D PC
Install into the slot (2) only.
(This card installed into the
slot (1) will not work.)
card
Flash Memory
Card (4 MB)
EF-4M-TB CC
EF-4M-TB DC
7. Install the LAN card into the slot (2).
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11. CARE/HANDLING OF THE MEDIA AND RIBBON
11. CARE/HANDLING OF THE MEDIA AND RIBBON
11. CARE/HANDLING OF THE MEDIA AND RIBBON
CAUTION:
Be sure to read carefully and understand the Supply Manual. Use only media and ribbon
which meet specified requirements. Use of non-specified media and ribbon may shorten the
head life and result in problems with bar code readability or print quality. All media and ribbon
should be handled with care to avoid any damage to the media, ribbon or printer. Read the
following guideline carefully.
•
•
Do not store the media and ribbon for longer than the manufactures recommended shelf life.
Store media rolls on the flat end, do not store them on the curved sides as this might flatten that side
causing erratic media advance and poor print quality.
•
•
•
•
Store the media in plastic bags and always reseal after opening. Unprotected media can get dirty
and the extra abrasion from the dust and dirt particles will shorten the print head life.
Store the media and ribbon in a cool, dry place. Avoid areas where they would be exposed to direct
sunlight, high temperature, high humidity, dust or gas.
The thermal paper used for direct thermal printing must not have the specifications which exceed
Na+ 800 ppm, K+ 250 ppm and CL- 500 ppm.
Some ink used on pre-printed labels may contain ingredients which shorten the print head’s product
life. Do not use labels pre-printed with ink which contain hard substances such as carbonic calcium
(CaCO3) and kaolin (Al2O3, 2SiO2, 2H2O).
For further information please contact your local distributor or your media and ribbon manufacturer.
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12. GENERAL MAINTENANCE
12.1 CLEANING
12. GENERAL MAINTENANCE
WARNING!
1. Be cafeful when handling the print head as it becomes very hot.
2. Care must be taken not to injure yourself with the printer paper cutter.
3. Do not touch moving parts. To reduce the risk that fingers, jewelry, clothing,
etc., be drawn into the moving parts, push the switch in the “OFF” position to
stop movement.
4. To avoid injury, be careful not to catch or jam your fingers while opening
or closing the cover.
12.1 CLEANING
WARNING!
1. Be sure to disconnect the power cord prior to performing any maintenance.
2. Do not use any tool that may damage the print head.
3. DO NOT POUR WATER directly onto the printer.
Tohelpretainthehighqualityandperformanceofyourprinteritshouldberegularlycleaned. Thegreater
the usage of the printer, the more frequent the cleaning. (i.e. low usage=weekly : high usage=daily).
1. Turn the power off.
2. Open the top cover and right side cover.
3. Turn the head lever to raise the print head.
4. Remove the ribbon and media.
5. Clean the element of print head with print head cleaner.
6. Clean the platen with an alcohol moistened cloth.
Print Head
Element
Print Head
Platen
Print Head Cleaner
(24089500013)
Element
Fig. 12-1
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12.1 CLEANING
7. Turn the pinch roller lever to the right.
8. Remove the white screw and detach the ribbon end sensor plate.
White Screw
Stud
Stud
Ribbon End Sensor Plate
Pinch Roller Lever
Fig. 12-2
NOTE: Wheninstallingtheribbonendsensorplate,besuretofitbothstudsinthenotchesoftheribbon
end sensor plate.
9. Remove the pinch roller block, then clean the roller belt and feed roller with cloth moistened by
alcohol.
Roller Belt
Pinch Roller Block
Feed Roller
Fig. 12-3
10. Reassemble the pinch roller block in the reverse order of removal.
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12. GENERAL MAINTENANCE
12.2 UNDER THE MEDIA GUIDES
12.2 UNDER THE MEDIA GUIDES
1. Remove the Media Guides.
Screw
Media Guide
Screw
Media Guide
Fig. 12-4
2. Remove the jammed Media.
3. Clean “dust and glue” on the Media Guides with a soft cloth moistened with alcohol.
4. Remount the Media guides using the screws.
NOTE: Be careful NOT TO LOSE the screw.
12.3 COVERS AND PANELS
Thecoversshouldbecleanedbywipingwithadryclothoraclothslightlydampenedwithamilddetergent
solution.
NOTE: Clean printer cover with an electrostatic free cleaner for automated office equipment.
WARNING!
1. DO NOT POUR WATER directly onto the printer.
2. DO NOT APPLY cleaner or detergent directly onto any cover or panel.
3. NEVER USE THINNER OR OTHER VOLATILE SOLVENT on the plastic covers.
4. DO NOT clean the panel covers or the supply window with alcohol as it may cause them to
discolor, loose their shape or develop structural weakness.
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12.4 REMOVING JAMMED MEDIA
12.4 REMOVING JAMMED MEDIA
1. Turn the power off.
2. Open the top cover, and right side cover.
3. Turn the head lever to position “OPEN, “ then release the head lock plate.
4. Remove the white screw, unclamp and disconnect the connector of the media guide plate, and then
detach the media guide plate. (See Fig. 12-5.)
5. Remove the ribbon and media.
6. Remove the jammed media. DO NOT USE any sharp implement or tool as these could damage the
printer.
7. Clean the print head and platen, then remove any further dust or foreign substances.
8. Place the portion
of the media guide plate on the media sensor. Secure the media guide plate
Connector
with the white screw.
Media Sensor
Media Guide Plate
Clamp
Media Guide Plate
White Screw
(24741710304)
Fig. 12-5
9. Media jams in the cutter unit can be caused by wear or residual glue from label stock on the cutter.
Do not use none specified media in the cutter. If you get frequent jams in the cutter contact your
Authorized Service representative.
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12.4 REMOVING JAMMED MEDIA
■ Cleaning the Cutter Unit
WARNING!
1. Be sure to turn the power off before cleaning the cutter unit.
2. The cutters are sharp and care should be taken not to injure yourself when cleaning.
1. Loosen two screws and remove the cutter cover.
2. Remove the white screw and media guide.
3. Remove the jammed paper and trash.
4. Clean the cutter with dry cloth.
Screw
Media Guide
White Screw
Fixed Cutter
Cutter Cover
Cutter Unit
Swing Cutter
Fig. 12-7
5. Assembling is reverse order of removal.
■ Cleaning the strip unit
WARNING!
Be sure to turn the power off before cleaning the strip unit.
1. Lower the backing paper release bar to remove the jammed media.
2. Clean the strip roller and backing paper holder with ethyl alcohol.
Strip Roller
Backing Paper Holder
Fig. 12-8
Backing Paper Release Bar
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12. GENERAL MAINTENANCE
12.5 THRESHOLD SETTING
12.5 THRESHOLD SETTING
For the printer to maintain a constant print position it uses the transmissive sensor to detect the gap
between labels by measuring the amount of light passing through the media. When the media is pre-
printed, the darker (or more dense) inks can interfere with this process causing paper jam errors. To get
around this problem a minimum threshold can be set for the sensor in the following way.
■ Threshold setting procedure
Turn the power ON.
(1) The printer is in stand-by.
(2) Load a media roll in the usual way.
O N L I N E
(3) Press the [PAUSE] key.
PAUSE
P A US E
(4) The printer enters the pause mode.
(5) Press and hold the [PAUSE] key for at least 3
seconds in the pause state.
PAUSE
FEED
T RA N S M I S S I V E
R EF L E C T I V E
T RA N S M I S S I V E
T RA N S M I S S I V E
P A US E
(6) The sensor type is displayed.
(7) Press the [FEED] key.
(8) Thereflectivesensor(blackmarksensor)isselected.
(9) Press the [FEED] key again.
FEED
(10) Thetransmissivesensor(feedgapsensor)isselected.
(11) Press and hold the [PAUSE] key.
(12) The media is advanced until the [PAUSE] key is
released.
(13) Release the [PAUSE]key when more than 1.5 labels
(tags) are advanced.
PAUSE
(Threshold setting is completed by this operation.)
(14) Press the [RESTART] key.
RESTART
Command
(15) The printer is in stand-by.
O N
L
I N E
(16) Send an issue command from the PC to the printer.
O N L I N E
NOTES:
1. If the [PAUSE] key is released within 3 seconds whilst in pause state, paper will not feed.
2. Failure to feed more than 1.5 to 2 labels may result in an incorrect threshold setting.
3. While the print head is raised, the [PAUSE] key does not work.
4. Error such as paper end and cutter error are not detected during paper feed.
5. Selecting the transmissive sensor (for pre-printed labels) within software commands allows the printer to
detect the proper print start position correctly even when using pre-printed labels.
6. If the printer continues to print out of position after setting the threshold, adjust the feed gap sensor in the
system mode. Reset the threshold again. Make sure that the transmissive sensor (for pre-printed labels) is
selected in the feed and issue commands.
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13. TROUBLESHOOTING
13. TROUBLESHOOTING
13. TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING!
If you cannot solve a problem with the following solutions, do not attempt to repair it yourself. Turn
the power off, unplug the printer, then contact your TOSHIBA TEC representative for assistance.
Solution
Error Message
Problem
1. Re-fit the media correctly.
PAPER JAM
1. The media is not fitted correctly.
→ Press the RESTART key.
∗∗∗∗
2. Remove the cause of the jam and
replace the media correctly.
2. The media path is jammed and does not
feed smoothly.
→ Press the RESTART key.
3. Turn the power off then on again.
Select the correct sensor.
→ Feed the media.
3. Theinstalledmediatypedoesnotmatch
the selected sensor.
4. Adjust the sensor position.
4. The black mark position on the media
does not match the sensor position.
→ Press the RESTART key.
5. Turn the power off then on again.
Set the correct media size.
5. The installed media size is different from
the programmed size.
→
Feed the media.
6. Set the threshold (see page 12-6).
Else
6. The feed gap sensor cannot see the
difference between the print area and
the gap.
Turn the power off and call your
AuthorizedServicerepresentative.
Lowertheprintheadorraisethepinch
roller lever.
→ Press the RESTART key.
HEAD OPEN
Feed or printing has been attempted while
∗∗∗∗ the print head is raised or the pinch roller
lever is depressed.
Load new media.
→ Press the RESTART key.
NO PAPER
NO RIBBON
The media has run out.
∗∗∗∗
Load a new ribbon.
The ribbon has run out.
→ Press the RESTART key.
∗∗∗∗
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13. TROUBLESHOOTING
Error Message
13. TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Solution
EXCESS HEAD The print head is too hot.
TEMP.
Turn the power off and decrease the
print head temperature.
HEAD ERROR
This message is displayed when sending
1. Restart the printing by pressing
the RESTART key.
2. Replace the print head.
the head broken check command ([ESC]
HD001 [LF] [NUL]) and the print head has a
broken element.
RIBBON ERROR There is a fault with the ribbon sensor.
Turn the power off. Contact your
Authorized Service representative.
∗∗∗∗
CUTTER ERROR Media is jammed in the cutter.
Remove the jammed media and
feed the undamaged media through
the cutter.
∗∗∗∗
→ Press the RESTART key.
Else
Turn the power off and contact your
Authorized Service representative.
FLASH WRITE
ERROR
An error has occurred when loading data
onto a flash memory card or ATA card.
1. Turn the power off, re-seat the flash
memory card or ATA card and try
again.
2. Replace the flash memory card
or ATA card and retry.
3. Turn the power off and contact
your Authorized Service
representative.
1. Turn the power off, re-seat the flash
memory card or ATA card and try
again.
FORMAT
ERROR
An error has occurred while formatting a
flash memory card or ATA card.
2. Replace the flash memory card
or ATA card and retry.
.
3. Turn the power off and contact
your Authorized Service
representative.
Replace the card with a new one
and re-send data.
FLASH
No more data can be saved in the flash
MEMORY FULL memory card or ATA card.
(In case of flash memory card, only
1MB and 4MB cards can be used.
B-682: 4 MB only)
Turn the power off then on again or
press the RESTART key.
Check the program data.
COMMUNICATION A communication error has occurred with
ERROR
the host.
→ Call your Authorized Service
representative if necessary.
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Error Message
13. TROUBLESHOOTING
Solution
Problem
Correct the command and re-send it
again.
example)
PC001;0A00,
Whenanerrorisdetectedinacommand20
bytes of the command are displayed.
(ESC, LF, NUL are not displayed.)
Command error
0300, 2, 2
Turn the power off then on again. If
the problem still exists turn the power
off and contact your Authorized Ser-
vice representative.
Other Error
Message
Hardware or software trouble.
NOTE: If an error is not cleared by pressing the RESTART key, the power must be switched off
then on again.
After the power has been switched off and on, all print data in the printer is cleared.
**** denotes a remaining count of unprinted labels.
Problem
No print.
Solution
1. Check that the media and the ribbon is loaded correctly.
2. Check whether the print head is set correctly or not.
3. Check the cabling between the printer and the host.
Dots missing in the
print.
Dirty print head. → Clean the print head.
Call your Authorized Service representative if necessary.
Unclear (or blurred)
printing.
1. Dirty print head. → Clean the print head.
2. Bad or faulty ribbon. → Replace ribbon.
3. Poor media quality. → Change media type.
Power does not come
on.
1. Plug power cord into an AC socket.
2. Check the circuit breakers or fuses.
3. Plug another appliance into the AC socket to check if there is power
supplied.
Call your Authorized Service representative if necessary.
Printer does not cut.
Check for a paper jam in the cutter.
Call your Authorized Service representative if necessary.
You see a raised nap
where the media has
been cut.
1. Clean the cutter blades.
2. The blades are worn.
→ Call your Authorized Service representative.
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