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Oki LP470b User Manual

Manual is about: LP470, LP480 Quick Guide (English, Fran栩s, Espa?ol, Portugu鱩

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    User’s guide 59318101 my.Okidata.Com lp470, lp480

  • Page 2: Copyright Information

    2 copyright information copyright © 2009 by oki data. All rights reserved lp470/lp480 user’s guide p/n 59318101, revision 1.0 disclaimer every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this document is complete, accurate, and up-to-date. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for th...

  • Page 3: Contents

    3 contents safety, warnings and cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 notes on bluetooth/wireless communication . . . . . . . . . . . .13 safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 se...

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    4 safety, warnings and cautions safety precautions as a preventive measure to ensure safe usage of this machine so as to safeguard against damage to yourself, other people or property, there are display diagrams used in this instruction manual and on this machine. The displays and their meanings are...

  • Page 5: Basic Hazard Icons

    5 basic hazard icons the triangle sign means ‘be careful’. The content within the triangle illustrates specific hazards. In this case, the sign on the below means ‘beware of electric shock’. The circular sign means ‘prohibited’. The content within the circle illustrates a specific prohibition. In th...

  • Page 6: Hazard Warnings

    6 hazard warnings liquids • do not place any liquids or small metallic objects near the printer. Should any of these fall into the printer, immediately turn off the power and contact your nearest dealer or service center. Continued use increases the risk of fire or electric shocks. Foreign matter • ...

  • Page 7: Abnormal Conditions

    7 abnormal conditions • continued use of the printer while it is emitting smoke or strange odors increases the risk of fire or electric shocks. 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 ...

  • Page 8: Power Supply Precautions

    8 power supply precautions • use only the specified voltage and use only the specified battery charger. • never use the battery charger with any other battery pack except for the specified type. Doing so can rupture the battery, or cause leakage, fire or electric shocks. • never cut, damage or modif...

  • Page 9: Cautions

    9 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 all moisture has dried up. Continued use creates the danger of electric shock and can damage the printer. Power do no...

  • Page 10: Replacing The Battery Pack

    10 replacing the battery pack • use only specified replacement battery packs. • make sure to install the pack in the correct direction to avoid the danger of injury or damage to surrounding areas. • to replace small-size rechargeable (lithium ion) batteries, seal the old battery pack with tape and a...

  • Page 11: Other Precautions

    11 other precautions avoid placement in extreme temperatures. • do not place the printer in highly humid areas or at outside the -15°c to 50°c temperature range. When the printer is being transported... • the normal vibration encountered during transportation is acceptable, but avoid dropping the pr...

  • Page 12: Overview

    12 overview this manual is intended to familiarize you with the basic features and operation of your printer in a short time. Key features: • high speed cpu and 103 mm/sec print speed (max) • available in 203 dpi and 305 dpi resolutions • long battery life • durable and rugged design • supports medi...

  • Page 13: Notes On Bluetooth/wireless

    13 notes on bluetooth/wireless communication compliance statement this product has been certified for compliance with the relevant radio interference regulations of your country or region. To ensure continued compliance, do not: • disassemble or modify this product • remove the certificate label (se...

  • Page 14: Safety Precautions

    14 safety precautions this section outlines the safety precautions needed for safe operation of the printer. Make sure to read the precautions carefully before using the printer. Symbols used in this manual the following symbols or markings are used in this manual and on the printer so that you can ...

  • Page 15: Usage Safety

    15 usage safety • do not place the printer in a hot or cold place the operation temperature range is -15°c to 50°c (for wireless lan: 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 no...

  • Page 16: Usage Warnings

    16 usage warnings liquids 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...

  • Page 17: Usage Precautions

    17 ac adapter/ battery charger (option) • use only the specified voltage. Using a different voltage may create the danger of fire or electric shock. • use only the specified ac adapter. Using a different adapter unit may create the danger of fire or electric shock. • never use the battery charger wi...

  • Page 18: Usage Precautions  (Cont.)

    18 print head • the print head gets very hot after printing. To avoid burns, take care when replacing the label or cleaning the printer just after printing. • touching the end of the print head with bare hands may cause injury. Take care when replacing the label or cleaning the printer. • do not try...

  • Page 19: Setup

    19 setup unpacking the printer if anything here is missing, contact your nearest dealer or service center. 1 safety, warranty and regulatory information 2 quick guide 3 printer 4 battery pack 5 shoulder belt note: an external battery charger is available separately..

  • Page 20: Printer Parts

    20 printer parts front view 1 easy cutter 2 label dispenser 3 main cover 4 cover release lever 5 dispenser unit 6 battery charging indicator (led) 7 status led 8 infrared communication sensor.

  • Page 21: Left View/control Panel

    21 left view/control panel 1 dc input terminal cover 2 power button 3 print button 4. Feed button 5 lcd display (wlan model only).

  • Page 22: Right Side

    22 right side 1 dip switch cover 2 usb port cover 3 battery compartment cover 4 rs-232c port cover.

  • Page 23: Dip Switches

    23 dip switches description of printer parts part function part function rs-232c interface allows connection to a computer or hand-held terminal label guide set to meet the size of the label used rs-232c cover protects the rs- 232c connector from dust and damage label guide adjust slide allows adjus...

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    24 easy cutter cuts printed labels dc input jack connects to ac adapter which supplies direct current to the printer irda filter contains the irda (infrared) sensor and emitter cover for dc input jack protects the dc input terminal and dip switch fro dust and damage dip switch sets the operation mod...

  • Page 25: The Battery Pack

    25 the battery pack charging the battery pack charging with the optional charger 1. Connect the charger to the wall outlet. The power lamp lights red. 2. Align the battery pack with its metal contacts facing down, and slide it into the charger. The charge lamp lights red when charging starts. It tur...

  • Page 26: Charging Time

    26 • if the charge lamp does not light at the start of charging, make sure the battery pack is firmly mounted in the charger. Poor mounting of the battery pack may result in faulty charging. • when a fully charged battery pack is placed into the battery charger, the charge lamp turns on and then off...

  • Page 27: Charging Time

    27 2. Connect the ac adapter to the wall outlet (4) and turn on the power. The power lamp on the adapter lights green. Charging starts and the battery indicator on the printer lights red. When the battery pack is fully charged, the battery indicator goes off. Note: in the case of the wireless lan in...

  • Page 28: Installing The Battery Pack

    28 installing the battery pack 1. Press the power button to turn the printer off. 1. Turn the printer upside down and unlatch the battery compartment cover. Power print fe ed.

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    29 2. Align the battery pack so that its metal terminals (1) are facing the printer and the tab (2) on the battery is up, then insert the battery until it snaps in place. 3. Close the battery cover..

  • Page 30: Removing The Battery Pack

    30 removing the battery pack important!: remove the battery pack only when the printer is turned off. Do not remove the battery while the status led is on. Otherwise, the information stored in the printer may not be updated. 1. Press the power button to turn the printer off. 2. Turn the printer upsi...

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    31 3. Push aside the gray latch (2) in the compartment and pull out the battery (3). 4. Close the battery cover..

  • Page 32: Adapter

    32 powering the printer using the optional ac adapter the optional ac adapter can be used to power the printer instead of the supplied battery pack. 1. Remove the cover of the printer’s dc input jack (1) and connect the ac adapter’s dc output terminal (2) to it. 2. Connect the ac adapter to the wall...

  • Page 33: Installing The Shoulder Belt

    33 installing the 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. Caution! If the belt is not...

  • Page 34: Loading The Label Roll

    34 loading the label roll the method of installing label media varies with your choice of print modes: continuous or dispense mode. Loading the label roll: continuous mode 1. Make sure you can see the red platen roller. If not, lift the edge (1) of the dispenser unit (2) slightly and slide it toward...

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    35 2. Push the black release lever down and toward the front of the printer to open the cover. Note: when replacing a label roll of the same width as that used previously, adjustment of the label guide (step 3) is not necessary. 3. While pressing the label guide stopper (1), slide the label guide to...

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    36 4. Place the label roll in the printer. Make sure it is placed with the leading edge (1) feeding up from the bottom of the roll and not down from the top. 5. Turn the label roll lightly by hand and confirm that it rotates smoothly. Otherwise, paper may not be fed correctly during operation. 6. Co...

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    37 loading the label roll: dispense mode 1. Make sure you can see the red platen roller. If not, lift the edge (1) of the dispenser unit (2) slightly and slide it toward the front of the printer. 2. Push the black release lever down and toward the front of the printer to open the cover. Note: when r...

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    38 3. While pressing the label guide stopper (1), slide the label guide to the width of the label roll being loaded. 4. Peel the first label on the top of the label roll. This step is unnecessary when linerless labels are used..

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    39 5. Insert the label roll into the printer. Make sure it is placed with the leading edge (1) feeding up from the bottom of the roll and not down from the top. 6. Turn the label roll lightly by hand and confirm that it rotates smoothly. Otherwise, paper may not be fed correctly during operation..

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    40 7. Confirm that the leading edge of the label is outside the printer by at least 10 mm, then close the cover. Note: when using linerless labels, press the feed button to feed a piece of label and pull the label upward to cut it along the perforation. If the label becomes jammed, retry the label s...

  • Page 41: Operation and Configuration

    41 operation and configuration turning the printer on 1. Press and hold the power button (1). 2. When the status led (2) lights green, release the button turning the printer off 1. Press and hold the power button (1). 2. When the status led (2) goes off, release the button. Pow er prin t fe ed power...

  • Page 42: Performing A Test Print

    42 performing a test print important!: a low battery condition may affect the print quality. Make sure the printer is running on ac or on a full battery during a test print. Users can perform test prints to evaluate the print quality and also diagnose problems. 1. Press the power button to turn the ...

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    43 3. Press the feed button (1) again to start the test print. 4. Verify the following using the test print output. • all printed characters are solid black. • overall print quality is sharp. Note: if any fault is detected, contact your oki dealer or service center. Before asking for a repair, pleas...

  • Page 44: Printing

    44 printing using via the rs-232c interface 1. Open the rs-232c interface port cover (1) on the right side of the printer. 2. Plug one end of an rs-232c cable (1) firmly into the port. Make sure that the arrow mark (2) on the connector of the rs-232c cable matches with the arrow mark (3) by the side...

  • Page 45: Using The Irda Interface

    45 using the irda interface 1. Place the printer 7.9 inches (20 cm) away from the irda port of the computer or hand-held terminal. Adjust the printer position so that the center of its irda filter projects a 30° conical area which contains the irda transceiver of the computer or hand-held terminal. ...

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    46 using the wireless lan interface to print using the wireless lan model, you need to have a properly configured wireless lan set up. You must configure the printer to share the same network settings in order to establish communication. 1. Check the dip switches. • the printer’s dip switches are fa...

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    47 using the bluetooth interface to print using the bluetooth-enabled version of the printer, you need to have a bluetooth-enabled computing device. Two more steps are required. 1. Check the dip switches: • the printer’s dip switches are factory set for bluetooth operation. Check that dip switch 1 i...

  • Page 48: General Printing Procedure

    48 general printing procedure after the proper setup and basic configuration procedures, you are ready to print. 1. Make sure the host computer is ready to transmit data, and ensure that the status led is lit. (press the print button to place the printer online.) 2. Start the print job from the comp...

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    49 adjusting the printer for linerless labels when printing on a continuous label roll (linerless or “non- separate”), if you tear off a label at the wrong place, proceed as follows. 1. Interrupt printing on the computer, or press the print key (1) to take the printer offline. (status led goes off)....

  • Page 50: 2 Test Print

    50 3. When the feeding stops, tear off the label correctly by pulling the label in the direction of the arrow shown in the diagram. The label is now aligned properly for printing to resume. 4. Press the print button to return to the online state (status led lights green). You can now resume the prin...

  • Page 51: Battery Strength

    51 battery strength three-segment indicator. • when all segments are lit, voltage level is greater than 8.0 v. • two segments indicator a level of between 7.8 v and 7.9 v. • one segment indicates a level of between 7.6 v and 7.7 v. • when all segments are off (voltage level below 7.5 v) printing is ...

  • Page 52: The Dispense Mode

    52 the dispense mode you can select dispense mode for linerless labels by using the printer setting tool. Configuring the dispense mode dispense mode can be set to auto print or manual print (the default setting), as described below. To switch between auto or manual print for the dispense mode, set ...

  • Page 53: Status Leds For Normal Mode

    53 the setting. Turn off the printer only when the status led is a steady green light. Status leds for printing modes available modes include normal, test print, head check setting and online command setting mode. Status leds for normal mode note: the battery indicator (only available on the bluetoo...

  • Page 54: Compatibility Mode

    54 subjected to a head check, follow the settings in the table below (cover must be left open): you can check the current setting with a test printout as described in “performing a test print” on page 42. When setting the head check options, the status led blinks green, and turns into a steady green...

  • Page 55: Dip Switch Settings

    55 dip switch settings through a combination of dip switch settings and turning the printer on with certain buttons held down, you can enable or disable special functions/features. Warning: never connect or disconnect interface cables (or use a switch box) with power applied to either the host or th...

  • Page 56: Notes:

    56 notes: • a small label may produce a large amount of data when printing a hex dump. Off on on on closed off off bluetooth wireless lan hex dump mode open on off crc check enabled open off on crc check disabled on off off off closed off off infrared normal startup mode closed off on test printing ...

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    57 • when the onboard buzzer is enabled, it will sound when the printer is turned on during dip switch setting. Release the feed button to stop the buzzer. • to end any setting for standard/non-standard control code or peeling print or online command compatibility, confirm that the status led is lit...

  • Page 58: Cleaning and Maintenance

    58 cleaning and maintenance cleaning and maintaining the printer regularly will prolong its durability and reliability. Cleaning the printhead 1. Press the power button to turn the printer off. 2. Turn the printer upside down and remove the battery pack (1) open battery door (2) slide the release le...

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    59 3. Close the battery door and turn the printer right side up. 4. Push the black release lever down and toward the front of the printer to open the cover. Note: if the red roller is not visible (lever cannot be pushed down), lift the edge (1) of the dispenser unit (2) slightly and slide it toward ...

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    60 5. Remove the label roll. 6. Wipe off any dirt on the print head (1) using a soft cloth soaked with some rubbing alcohol. Caution! Never use thinner, benzene, or kerosene. These solvents can damage the printer. Note: the illustration below shows the printer viewed from the back..

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    61 7. Let the print head dry, then reinstall the label roll and close the cover. 8. Turn the printer upside down and reinstall the battery pack..

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    62 cleaning the platen and peel roller 1. Press the power button to turn the printer off. 2. Remove the battery pack: (1) open battery door, (2) slide the release lever, (3) pull battery out. Power print fe ed.

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    63 3. Push the black release lever down and toward the front of the printer to open the cover. Note: if the lever cannot be pushed down, slide the dispenser unit (1)toward the front of the printer and try again.

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    64 4. Wipe off any dirt on the platen (1) and peel roller (2) using a soft cloth soaked in rubbing alcohol. Caution! Never use thinner, benzene, or kerosene. These solvents can damage the printer. 5. Let the platen and roller dry, then close the cover.

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    65 6. Turn the printer upside down and reinstall the battery pack..

  • Page 66: Troubleshooting

    66 troubleshooting print fault cause remedy smudged printing print head is dirty. Clean the print head. (see “cleaning and maintenance”) roller is dirty. Clean the platen and dispense roller. (see “cleaning and maintenance”) vertical streaking in printouts print head is dirty. Clean the print head. ...

  • Page 67: Error Indicators

    67 error indicators status (led) mode description cause remedy light (red) all modes low battery battery charge level is low. Recharge the battery blink (red) every 2s online error in bluetooth or wlan card light (red) after power on program illegal error flash rom read/ write error has occurred fla...

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    68 warning: never connect or disconnect interface cables (or use a switch box) with power applied to either the printer or the host. This may cause damage to the interface circuitry and the damage is not covered by warranty..

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    69 lcd error messages (wlan model only) *1) electric field strength for wireless lan is not displayed. *2) electric field strength for wireless lan is displayed only when wireless lan is set as interface. Status (led) description remedy illegal program error/ flash rom error no display on the lcd ch...

  • Page 70: Specifications

    70 specifications basic specifications attribute description printing system direct thermal printing system head density lp470i: lp480: 8 dots/mm (203 dpi) 12 dots/mm (305 dpi) maximum print area 4.1 inches (104 mm) wide x 11.7 inches (297 mm) long print speed 4 inches (103 mm) per second max in nor...

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    71 label size, width, pitch standard 50 to 111 mm (53 to 114 mm) 25 to 297 mm (28 to 300 mm) dispenser 50 to 111 mm (53 to 114 mm) 25 to 182 mm (28 to 185 mm) linerless 53 to 107 mm (width) 28 to 182 mm (pitch) label printing modes continuous printing dispenser printing journal printing linerless pr...

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    72 note: before using a wireless interface with this equipment, make sure that any radio transmission/reception equipment on site, does not share the same frequency range as this product’s wireless setup. Character rotation 0°, 90°, 180°, 270° printer radio frequency characteristics 2.4fh 1 frequenc...

  • Page 73: Accessories

    73 accessories spare battery pack, oki 70061402 ac adapter, oki 70061302 allows the printer to be operated via an ac outlet, and to charge a battery pack while it is loaded inside the printer. Warning: use only the specified ac adapter designed for your printer).

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    74 battery charger, oki 70061404 r use to charge battery pack without using the printer connected to an ac outlet. Waterproof shoulder case, oki 70061205 allows users to attach or detach the printer and carry it around easily. Installation pinch the case with the belt clip of the printer. If the rai...

  • Page 75: Waist Case, Oki 70061206

    75 waist case, oki 70061206 rs-232c cable, oki 70061101 allows connection of the printer to a pc or hand-held terminal..