Page 3 - Safety Summary; This indicates that there is the risk of; death; or; serious injury; if the; WARNING
Safety Summary ENGLISH VERSION ( ) i 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 ...
Page 4 - ii; This indicates that there is the risk of personal; Injury; damage; to; Precautions; CAUTION
Safety Summary ENGLISH VERSION ( ) ii 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 authorised TOSHIBA TEC representative for assistance. Continued use of the machi...
Page 5 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33087 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW .......................................................................................................... E1-1 1.1 Introduction .........................................................................................................
Page 6 - GLOSSARIES
ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33087 APPENDIX 2 INTERFACE .......................................................................................................... EA2-1 GLOSSARIES CAUTION! 1. This manual may not be copied in whole or in part without prior written permission of TOSHIBA TEC. 2. The contents of...
Page 7 - OVERVIEW; Simple mechanism
1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33087 1.1 Introduction E1- 1 1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW 1.1 Introduction 1.2 Features 1.3 Unpacking 1.4 Accessories Thank you for choosing the TOSHIBA B-EV4T series barcode printer. This Owner’s Manual contains valuable information from general set-up to confirming t...
Page 8 - When purchasing the power cord; standard from your authorized TOSHIBA TEC representative.
1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33087 1.4 Accessories E1- 2 When purchasing the power cord Since the power cord set is not enclosed in this unit, please purchase an approved one that meets the following standard from your authorized TOSHIBA TEC representative. (As of August 2008) Country Age...
Page 11 - Lamp; As the FEED; Color Status
1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33035 1.5 Appearance E1- 5 1.5.5 Button and Indicator Lamp The [FEED] button operates as FEED button or PAUSE button depending on the printer statuses. As the FEED button • Pressing this button when the printer is in online state causes a media feed. • Pressin...
Page 13 - Procedure before; To communicate directly with
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33087 2.2 Procedure before Operation E2- 2 2.2 Procedure before Operation 2.3 Turning the Printer ON/OFF 2.3.1 Turning ON the Printer This section describes the outline of the printer setup. 1. Unpack the accessories and printer from the box. 2. Refer to Safety P...
Page 14 - Printer; Lamp is illuminated in green, not flashing.; Do not turn off the printer
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33087 2.4 Connecting the Cables to the Printer E2- 3 2.3.2 Turning OFF the Printer 1. Before turning off the printer power switch verify that the Indicator Lamp is illuminated in green, not flashing. 2. To turn OFF the printer power press the power switch as show...
Page 15 - Cables to the Printer; APPENDIX 2, INTERFACE
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33087 2.4 Connecting the Cables to the Printer E2- 4 2.4 Connecting the Cables to the Printer The following paragraphs outline how to connect the cables from the printer to your host computer, and will also show how to make cable connections to other devices. Dep...
Page 16 - Make sure that the printer power switch is in the OFF (O) position.; Power Adapter; Since the power cord is not
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33087 2.5 Connecting the Power Adapter and the Power Cord E2- 5 2.5 Connecting the Power Adapter and the Power Cord 1. Make sure that the printer power switch is in the OFF (O) position. 2 . Insert the Power Cord into the inlet of the Power Adapter. 3. Insert the...
Page 17 - To open the Top Cover:; Press down the Top Cover Release Button to unlock the Top Cover,; To close the Top Cover:; Press down the portions of the Top Cover indicated by the arrows; Top Cover
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33087 2.6 Opening/Closing the Top Cover E2- 6 2.6 Opening/Closing the Top Cover When opening or closing the Top Cover, please be sure to follow the instructions below. To open the Top Cover: 1. Press down the Top Cover Release Button to unlock the Top Cover, then...
Page 18 - Loading the Media; The size of the media which can be loaded inside the printer is as
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33087 2.7 Loading the Media E2- 7 2.7 Loading the Media This section describes how to load a media in the printer. This printer accepts label rolls, tag rolls, and fanfold paper stocks. Please use TOSHIBA TEC approved media. NOTES: 1. Please perform a media senso...
Page 19 - Slide the Media Holder Lock Switch to the Unlock (; Media Holder
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33087 2.7 Loading the Media E2- 8 2.7 Loading the Media (Cont.) 2. Slide the Media Holder Lock Switch to the Unlock ( ▲ ) side to release the Media Holders. 3. Open the Media Holders. 4. Place a media roll between the Media Holders so that the media is fed with t...
Page 20 - marks printed on the reverse side of the media, and a Feed Gap Sensor; Media Guide
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33087 2.7 Loading the Media E2- 9 2.7 Loading the Media (Cont.) 6. Adjust the media sensor position and select a sensor type to be used. (Refer to Section 2.9.1) This printer is provided with a Black Mark Sensor which detects black marks printed on the reverse si...
Page 21 - Close the Top Cover gently and push down the arrow-indicating; FEED Button
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33087 2.7 Loading the Media E2-10 2.7 Loading the Media (Cont.) 9. Close the Top Cover gently and push down the arrow-indicating portions until they click. 10. Press the [FEED] button to check for a proper media feed. There are three issue modes avai...
Page 22 - When issuing labels without; backing paper each time a label is printed.; How to set the media; Load the media as described on the previous pages.; Strip Block
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33087 2.7 Loading the Media E2-11 NOTES: 1. When issuing labels without removing them from the backing paper, it is not necessary to pass the media through the Strip Block. 2. When the media is correctly set, the backing paper is supposed to be pinched by the Pla...
Page 23 - When the Cutter is installed, the media is automatically cut.; How to Load Fanfold Paper Stock; leading edge of the paper into the Fanfold Paper Slot.; Refer to the previous pages to feed the fanfold paper through the; Media Outlet
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33087 2.7 Loading the Media E2-12 2.7 Loading the Media (Cont.) Cut mode (Option): When the Cutter is installed, the media is automatically cut. After loading the media as described on the previous pages, insert the leading edge of the media through the Media Out...
Page 24 - Fanfold Paper Slot
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33087 2.7 Loading the Media E2-13 2.7 Loading the Media (Cont.) When a media roll has an outside diameter exceeding 127 mm (5 ” ) and the inner core diameter of 76.2 mm (3 ” ), the optional External Media Roll Hanger is required. 1. Fit the protrusions on the bot...
Page 25 - Spring Guide Wheel and fit the wheel into the core.; Do not load a ribbon when
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33087 2.8 Loading the Ribbon E2-14 2.8 Loading the Ribbon When you use normal media, it is necessary to load a ribbon. Follow the procedure below to load a ribbon properly. 1. Press down the Top Cover Release Button to unlock the Top Cover, then fully open the To...
Page 26 - Push up the Ribbon Access Cover by the portions indicated by; Turn the Ribbon Rewind Gear to wind the ribbon leading film onto; Guide Wheel; NOTE
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33087 2.8 Loading the Ribbon E2-15 2.8 Loading the Ribbon (Cont.) 3. Push up the Ribbon Access Cover by the portions indicated by arrows A and fully open it supporting the Print Head Block. 4. Fit the Ribbon Take-up Roll to the Spring Guide Wheel and the Guide Wh...
Page 27 - Close the Ribbon Access Cover until it clicks.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33087 2.8 Loading the Ribbon E2-16 2.8 Loading the Ribbon (Cont.) 6. Close the Ribbon Access Cover until it clicks. 7. Again, turn the Ribbon Rewind Gear to remove any slack of the ribbon. 8. Close the Top Cover gently and push down the front part of the Top Cove...
Page 28 - Calibration; Orange; Note; green
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33087 2.9 Media Sensor Calibration, Self Print Test, and Dump Mode Utilities E2-17 2.9 Media Sensor Calibration, Self Print Test, and Dump Mode Utilities 2.9.1 Media Sensor Calibration This utility is used to calibrate the sensitivity of the Feed Gap/Black Mark S...
Page 29 - Dump Mode; Turn off the printer power and install a media roll on the printer.; Print test label sample
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33087 2.9 Media Sensor Calibration, Self Print Test, and Dump Mode Utilities E2-18 2.9.2 Self Print Test and Dump Mode 1. Turn off the printer power and install a media roll on the printer. 2. Press the [FEED] Button while turning on the printer. The Indicator La...
Page 31 - How to Use an SD; Inserting an SD Card; Removing an SD Card; Turn off the printer before; SD Card
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33087 2.10 How to Use an SD Card E2-20 2.10 How to Use an SD Card This printer enables you to save print formats, writable characters, True Type fonts, etc. in commercially available SD cards. For available SD card types, please ask the nearest TOSHIBA TEC repres...
Page 34 - Media and Ribbon; Strip Sensor
3. MAINTENANCE ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33087 3.2 Care/Handling of the Media and Ribbon E3- 3 3.1.5 Strip Sensor/Strip Roller (Option) 3.2 Care/Handling of the Media and Ribbon 1. Wipe the Strip Roller with a soft cloth moistened with absolute ethyl alcohol. 2. Remove dust or paper particles from the Str...
Page 35 - Troubleshooting Guide; Symptom
4. TROUBLESHOOTING ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33087 4.1 Troubleshooting Guide E4- 1 4. TROUBLESHOOTING 4.1 Troubleshooting Guide Symptom Cause Solutions The power cord is not connected to the Power Adapter. Disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet, connect the power cord to the Power Adapter, then conn...
Page 37 - Flashing speed of the LED; Flashing slowly; Turn the power off.
4. TROUBLESHOOTING ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33087 4.3 Removing Jammed Media E4- 3 Flashing speed of the LED Status Flashing interval Flashing slowly 1 sec. Flashing at medium speed 0.5 sec. Flashing fast 0.2 sec. 4.3 Removing Jammed Media This section describes in detail how to remove jammed media from t...
Page 38 - APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS; The following are the printer specifications.; QR Code is a trademark of DENSO CORPORATION.
APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33087 A1.1 Printer EA1- 1 APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS Appendix 1 describes the printer specifications and supplies for use on the B-EV4T printer. A1.1 Printer The following are the printer specifications. Item B-EV4T-GS14-QM-R AC100 to 240V, 50/60 Hz 100 t...
Page 40 - Option Name; AC Adapter Cover; Tag paper; Label
APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33087 A1.2 Options EA1- 3 A1.2 Options Option Name Type Description AC Adapter Cover B-EV904-AC-QM-R Attached to the printer bottom for housing the AC adapter. Cutter module B-EV204-F-QM-R B-EV204-P-QM-R A cutter unit that makes full cuts. A cutter unit ...
Page 41 - A1.3.2 Detection Area of the Transmissive Sensor; optional External Media Roll Hanger is required.
APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33087 A1.3 Media EA1- 4 A1.3.1 Media Type (Cont.) Unit: mm (inch) Issue mode Item Batch mode Strip mode Cut mode c Width including backing paper 25.4 to 112 (1.0 to 4.41) d Media width 22.4 to 109 (0.88 to 4.29) 203 dpi 10 to 999 (0.39 to 39.3) 25.4 to 1...
Page 42 - A1.3.3 Detection Area of the Reflective Sensor
APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33087 A1.3 Media EA1- 5 A1.3.3 Detection Area of the Reflective Sensor The Reflective Sensor is movable within the full range of the media width. The reflection factor of the Black Mark must be 10% or lower with a waveform length of 950 nm. The Reflectiv...
Page 44 - APPENDIX 2 INTERFACE; Interface Cables; Keep as short as possible.; RS-232C Cable description; Connector to the Host Computer
APPENDIX 2 INTERFACE ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33087 APPENDIX 2 INTERFACE EA2- 1 APPENDIX 2 INTERFACE 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 metallized connector housings....
Page 46 - Supply; A type of media having no adhesive backing but; Thermal transfer printing
GLOSSARIES ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33087 GLOSSARIES Supply Media and ribbon Tag A type of media having no adhesive backing but black marks to indicate the print area. Usually tags are made of cardboard or other durable material. Thermal print head A print head using thermal transfer or thermal direct pr...