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TOSHIBA Barcode Printer
B-SX600 SERIES
Owner's Manual
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CE Compliance (for EU only) This product complies with the requirements of EMC and Low Voltage Directives including their amendments. VORSICHT: Maschinenlärminformations-Verordnung 3. GPSGV, der höchste Schalldruckpegel beträgt 70 dB(A) oder weniger gemäss EN ISO 7779. Centronics is a registered trademark of Centronics Data Computer Corp. Microsoft is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Windows is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. This equipment has been tested
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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
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Safety Summary If foreign objects (metal When unplugging the power cords, Disconnect Disconnect fragments, water, liquids) enter be sure to hold and pull on the plug the plug. the plug. the machines, first turn off the portion. Pulling on the cord portion power switches and disconnect may cut or expose the internal wires the power cord plugs from the and cause fire or electric shock. outlet, and then contact your authorised TOSHIBA TEC representative for assistance. Continu
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW............................................................................................................1- 1 1.1 Introduction......................................................................................................................1- 1 1.2 Accessories ....................................................................................................................1- 2 1.3 Part Names and Functions ...........................
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6. PRINTING FROM YOUR COMPUTER ....................................................................................6- 1 6.1 Print Test from Printer Driver...........................................................................................6- 1 6.2 Precautions when Using the Model with a LAN Interface................................................6- 4 7. PRINTER OPERATION............................................................................................................7
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14. SPECIFICATIONS...................................................................................................................14- 1 14.1 Printer (Model with a USB Interface) .............................................................................14- 1 14.2 Printer (Model with a LAN Interface) .............................................................................14- 2 14.3 Cutter Unit.......................................................................................
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1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW 1.1 Introduction Thank you for choosing the TOSHIBA B-SX600 series bar code printer This Owner’s Manual includes instructions and directions for use of the printer. It should be read carefully to make full use of the capabilities of the printer and maximize its life. Particularly, please read “Safety Summary” before handling or maintaining the printer. For most queries please refer to this manual and keep it safe for future reference. Please contact your nearest aut
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1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW 1.2 Accessories When unpacking the printer, please make sure all the following accessories are supplied with the printer. Should any of them be missing, please contact your nearest authorised TOSHIBA TEC representative for assistance. • CD-ROM • Owner’s Manual (this document) • Ferrite core (for the model with a LAN interface) • Reset pin (for the model with a LAN interface) • Unpacking instructions • Warranty sheet (US onl
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1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW 1.3 Part Names and Functions 1.3.1 Front View 1 2 8 3 4 7 6 5 1. Side Cover 5. Media Outlet Opened when the media or ribbon is loaded Printed outputs are ejected through the Media or replaced. Outlet. 2. Supply Window 6. Front Cover A remaining quantity of the media or ribbon Opened when the media is loaded or replaced. can be checked through the Supply Window. 7. Power Switch 3. Front Cover Unlock Button Use
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1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW 1.3.2 Rear View (Model with a USB interface) 1 2 5 3 4 1. USB Interface Connector 3. Expansion I/O Interface Connector Used to connect the printer to a PC with a Used to interface with an external device. USB cable. 4. AC Power Inlet 2. Ventilation Slot 5. Fanfold Paper Slot Lets trapped heat pass out of the printer. Allows fanfold paper to feed into the printer from the printer back. 1- 4
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1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW 1.3.3 Rear View (Model with a LAN interface) 1 2 5 3 4 1. LAN Interface Connector 3. Expansion I/O Interface Connector Used to connect the printer to a PC with Used to interface with an external device. a LAN cable. . 4. AC Power Inlet 2. Ventilation Slot 5. Fanfold Paper Slot Lets trapped heat pass out of the Allows fanfold paper to feed into the printer printer from the printer back. 1- 5
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1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW 1.3.4 Interior Lower unit 10 1 2 9 3 8 7 4 6 5 1. Media End Sensor 6. Reflective Media Sensor 2. Media Holder 7. Transmissive Media Edge Sensor 3. Media Roll Damper 8. Platen 4. Media Roll Guide 9. Transmissive Media Centre Sensor 5. Media Guide 10. Print Head WARNING! 1. Do not touch the Print Head or around it just after printing. You may get burned as the Print Head becomes very hot during printing. 2. Do not touch a
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1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW Upper Unit 1 2 7 3 4 6 5 1. Upper Unit Handle 5. Ribbon Tensioner 2. Upper Unit Unlock Lever 6. Print Head Pressure Selection Lever 3. Ribbon Stopper 7. Ribbon Shaft (Take-up side) 4. Ribbon Shaft (Supply side) 1- 7
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1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW 1.3.5 Operation Panel 1 2 11 10 3 9 4 5 8 6 7 1. LCD Message Display 7. [Enter] key 2. Error LED (Red) 8. Arrow keys 3. Data LED (Green) 9. [Pause] key 4. [Feed] key 10. Power LED (Green) 5. [Menu] key 11. Ready LED (Green) 6. [Cancel] key Please refer to Section 8. OPERATION PANEL for further information about the Operation Panel. 1- 8
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1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW 1.4 Cutter Unit This section describes the model with the Cutter Unit. The model with the Cutter Unit is designed to cut the printed media. A cutter is located inside the Media Outlet. 1.4.1 Cut position A cut position varies depending on media feed mode selected. Cut position • Strict feed mode In the Strict feed mode, the cut position is at the centre of a gap, a notch or a black mark. Cut position • Easy feed mode In the Easy feed mo
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1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW 1.4.2 Precautions when using the Cutter Unit The following precautions must be taken when the Cutter Unit is used. The thickness of the media that can be cut is between 0.08 mm and 0.26 mm. Do not cut any media that falls outside this Cut position range, as this may cause a printer failure. When using a label stock, be Label sure to cut the gaps. Cutting labels will cause the glue to stick to the cutter, which may affect the Backing cut
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1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW 1.5 Peel-off Unit This section describes the model with the Peel-off Unit. 1.5.1 Part names Media Holding Roller Front Cover Peel-off Sensor Front Cover Unlock button Peel-off Unit Pinch Roller (White) Peel-off Sensor Rubber Roller (Black) Media Holding Roller 1- 11
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1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW 1.5.2 Precautions when using the Peel-off Unit The following precautions must be taken when the Peel-off Unit is used. Reduce a print speed to 101.6 mm/second (4 ips) or less. Do not use perforated media, as this may cause a media feed error. Some die-cut labels may not be peeled properly depending on the die-cut condition. Please remove a label after peeling and media feed are stopped completely. When the printer is not used in Strip mode, draw the media and b
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2. PRINTER SETUP 2.1 Removing the Protective Materials Please be careful not to get your fingers caught in the covers while opening CAUTION or closing them. This may cause injuries. Precautions • Do not plug in the Power Cord until the printer is set up completely. 1. Hold the Side Cover Grip and open the Side Cover completely. Side Cover Grip 2. Push up the Upper Unit Unlock Lever (underneath the Upper Unit Handle) to unlock the Upper Unit. 3. Hold and
