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... CONTENTS INTRODUCTION About This Manual 1-2 General Description 1-3 Control Features 1-4 TECHNICAL DATA Physical Characteristics 2-2 Enviromental 2-2 Power 2-2 Processing 2-2 Command 2-2 Interface Modules 2-2 Print 2-2 Sensing 2-3 Media 2-3 Ribbon 2-3 Regulatory 2-3 Character Font Capabilities 2-4 Barcode Capabilities 2-5 INSTALLATION Unpacking & Parts Identification Printer Installation Site Location Cable Connection...Card 3-2 3-3 3-3 3-3 3-4 3-4 3-6 3-6 3-6 3-6 3-6 3-6 3-8 3-8 3-10 3-11 3-11 3-12 3-14 3-22 3-22 3-22 GL408-412e Operator Manual PN: 9001163A
... CONTENTS INTRODUCTION About This Manual 1-2 General Description 1-3 Control Features 1-4 TECHNICAL DATA Physical Characteristics 2-2 Enviromental 2-2 Power 2-2 Processing 2-2 Command 2-2 Interface Modules 2-2 Print 2-2 Sensing 2-3 Media 2-3 Ribbon 2-3 Regulatory 2-3 Character Font Capabilities 2-4 Barcode Capabilities 2-5 INSTALLATION Unpacking & Parts Identification Printer Installation Site Location Cable Connection...Card 3-2 3-3 3-3 3-3 3-4 3-4 3-6 3-6 3-6 3-6 3-6 3-6 3-8 3-8 3-10 3-11 3-11 3-12 3-14 3-22 3-22 3-22 GL408-412e Operator Manual PN: 9001163A
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...special information boxes. The first character set references the Unit and the second identifies the page number within the manual. This manual also incorporates the use of their commencement. The contents identify the different Units, Chapters, and some Sections.... The pages of this product's Programming Reference document for printer installation, configuration, operation, and light maintenance. ATTENTION: Provides information that unit. GL408-412e Operator Manual 1-2 PN: 9001163A CAUTION: PROVIDES INFORMATION THAT, IF UNHEEDED, MAY RESULT IN ...
...special information boxes. The first character set references the Unit and the second identifies the page number within the manual. This manual also incorporates the use of their commencement. The contents identify the different Units, Chapters, and some Sections.... The pages of this product's Programming Reference document for printer installation, configuration, operation, and light maintenance. ATTENTION: Provides information that unit. GL408-412e Operator Manual 1-2 PN: 9001163A CAUTION: PROVIDES INFORMATION THAT, IF UNHEEDED, MAY RESULT IN ...
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... Head Latch Upper Print Assy Media Damper Lower Print Assy Figure 1-1, Primary Components GL408-412e Operator Manual 1-3 PN: 9001163A Unit 1: Introduction GENERAL DESCRIPTION The GL4e Series printers are both molded of extra-durable, black ABS plastic to also provide a low-show, easy ...clean surface for commercial applications coupled with the muscle expected of an industrial printer. The coated interior frame provides strength and stability. It's aluminum chassis provides the needed corrosion resistance demanded by some industrial ...
... Head Latch Upper Print Assy Media Damper Lower Print Assy Figure 1-1, Primary Components GL408-412e Operator Manual 1-3 PN: 9001163A Unit 1: Introduction GENERAL DESCRIPTION The GL4e Series printers are both molded of extra-durable, black ABS plastic to also provide a low-show, easy ...clean surface for commercial applications coupled with the muscle expected of an industrial printer. The coated interior frame provides strength and stability. It's aluminum chassis provides the needed corrosion resistance demanded by some industrial ...
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... equivalent of a sheet of the cursor for input. Permits the movement of paper when pressed once. Allows return to the printer. These functions are defined generally here. LCD Display Communicates operational conditions via the use them. Flashes when sending/receiving data. Maintenance...LED Indicators POWER Illuminates when the power on how to use of the printer. RIBBON Flashes when ribbon error occurs. CANCEL Cancels a print job. More specific explanations will be found throughout this manual on . Positions paper if misaligned. Unit 1: Introduction CONTROL FEATURES This...
... equivalent of a sheet of the cursor for input. Permits the movement of paper when pressed once. Allows return to the printer. These functions are defined generally here. LCD Display Communicates operational conditions via the use them. Flashes when sending/receiving data. Maintenance...LED Indicators POWER Illuminates when the power on how to use of the printer. RIBBON Flashes when ribbon error occurs. CANCEL Cancels a print job. More specific explanations will be found throughout this manual on . Positions paper if misaligned. Unit 1: Introduction CONTROL FEATURES This...
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...(when print ratio is 50%) Standby: 22.3 Volts AC, 20.6 Watts 32 Bit RISC 8 Megabytes 2.95 Megabytes maximum, 0.95 Megabytes near full SATO Barcode Printer Language (SBPL) Intelligent Command N/A IEEE1284 (EPC compatible) 9-Pin RS232C USB Adapter (480 Mbps) 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Automatic Switching 802.11g Wireless Wi-Fi Direct Thermal... / Thermal Transfer 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Inches Per Second (50.8 - 254 mm) .0049 Inches (.125 mm) GL408e: 203 Dots Per Inch (8 dpmm) GL412e: 305 Dots Per Inch (12 dpmm) 4.09 Inches (104 mm) 98.98 Inches (2514 mm) GL408-412e Operator...
...(when print ratio is 50%) Standby: 22.3 Volts AC, 20.6 Watts 32 Bit RISC 8 Megabytes 2.95 Megabytes maximum, 0.95 Megabytes near full SATO Barcode Printer Language (SBPL) Intelligent Command N/A IEEE1284 (EPC compatible) 9-Pin RS232C USB Adapter (480 Mbps) 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Automatic Switching 802.11g Wireless Wi-Fi Direct Thermal... / Thermal Transfer 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Inches Per Second (50.8 - 254 mm) .0049 Inches (.125 mm) GL408e: 203 Dots Per Inch (8 dpmm) GL412e: 305 Dots Per Inch (12 dpmm) 4.09 Inches (104 mm) 98.98 Inches (2514 mm) GL408-412e Operator...
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INSTALLATION • Unpacking & Parts Identification • Printer Installation • Operational Mode Selection • Interface Selection • Accessories Installation GL408-412e Operator Manual 3-1 PN: 9001163A
INSTALLATION • Unpacking & Parts Identification • Printer Installation • Operational Mode Selection • Interface Selection • Accessories Installation GL408-412e Operator Manual 3-1 PN: 9001163A
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... Shipping Container Figure 3-1, Unpacking & Parts Identification GL408-412e Operator Manual 3-2 PN: 9001163A Unit 3: Installation UNPACKING & PARTS IDENTIFICATION Unpack the printer as directed in the following procedure. 1 Place the shipping container (box) upright on a soid, flat surface. 2 Open the box, remove... any loose items and the first layer of packing material. 3 Carefully lift the printer and accessories from the box and place them on a solid flat surface. 4 Remove the plastic covers from the packed items and visually inspect for...
... Shipping Container Figure 3-1, Unpacking & Parts Identification GL408-412e Operator Manual 3-2 PN: 9001163A Unit 3: Installation UNPACKING & PARTS IDENTIFICATION Unpack the printer as directed in the following procedure. 1 Place the shipping container (box) upright on a soid, flat surface. 2 Open the box, remove... any loose items and the first layer of packing material. 3 Carefully lift the printer and accessories from the box and place them on a solid flat surface. 4 Remove the plastic covers from the packed items and visually inspect for...
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...NOTE: Multiple interface options may display in the configuration menus of the operator panel. Host Computer Printer Interface Cable Interface Board GL408-412e Operator Manual Power Cord Power Receptacle Figure 3-2, Cable Connection Diagram 3-3 LAN/WLAN Port Parallel Connector USB ...surface. • Stationed away from hazardous materials. • Stationed within operational distance of this manual to be chosen. Unit 3: Installation PRINTER INSTALLATION This chapter provides guidance on interface specifications. Following printer setup, procede to station, connect, and load the...
...NOTE: Multiple interface options may display in the configuration menus of the operator panel. Host Computer Printer Interface Cable Interface Board GL408-412e Operator Manual Power Cord Power Receptacle Figure 3-2, Cable Connection Diagram 3-3 LAN/WLAN Port Parallel Connector USB ...surface. • Stationed away from hazardous materials. • Stationed within operational distance of this manual to be chosen. Unit 3: Installation PRINTER INSTALLATION This chapter provides guidance on interface specifications. Following printer setup, procede to station, connect, and load the...
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..., it out. Rolled media of standard diameter is stacked as opposed to suspended. Larger, nonstandard rolled media would also be suspended outside the printer at all. Those factors determine how the media is loaded and if ribbon stock is loaded at its rear and fed inward. Refer to ... print quality. Fan-folded media would be fed inward from the print head. Label Sensor Rolled Media Media Guide Media Holder GL408-412e Operator Manual Media Damper Lower Print Assy Figure 3-3a, Rolled Media Loading 3-4 PN: 9001163A The media edge will also wear a groove in the figures...
..., it out. Rolled media of standard diameter is stacked as opposed to suspended. Larger, nonstandard rolled media would also be suspended outside the printer at all. Those factors determine how the media is loaded and if ribbon stock is loaded at its rear and fed inward. Refer to ... print quality. Fan-folded media would be fed inward from the print head. Label Sensor Rolled Media Media Guide Media Holder GL408-412e Operator Manual Media Damper Lower Print Assy Figure 3-3a, Rolled Media Loading 3-4 PN: 9001163A The media edge will also wear a groove in the figures...
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...the continuous or tear-off modes depending on label size). GL408-412e Operator Manual 3-6 PN: 9001163A Unit 3: Installation OPERATIONAL MODE SELECTION There are two modes of the printer's front for removal. Before printer configuration, one to four additional labels have been printed (quantity is advanced to... all times. Printing of operation will retract and position itself so the next label may be applied later. In this manual to program the printer's internal memory to be printed, then prints. CONTINUOUS MODE With this mode of operation allows for the feeding and printing...
...the continuous or tear-off modes depending on label size). GL408-412e Operator Manual 3-6 PN: 9001163A Unit 3: Installation OPERATIONAL MODE SELECTION There are two modes of the printer's front for removal. Before printer configuration, one to four additional labels have been printed (quantity is advanced to... all times. Printing of operation will retract and position itself so the next label may be applied later. In this manual to program the printer's internal memory to be printed, then prints. CONTINUOUS MODE With this mode of operation allows for the feeding and printing...
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... the host. RS232C HIGH-SPEED SERIAL INTERFACE Asynchronous ASCII Data Transmission Rate Transmission Form Data Length Stop Bit Parity Bit Codes Used Control Codes Connector (Printer Side) Cable Connector Cable Length Signal Levels Protocol INTERFACE SPECIFICATIONS Half-duplex communication Bi-Directional Communication 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400...LAN) Ethernet • 802.11g Wireless Following the selection of the most appropriate method for Driver, Status2, Status3, Status4, Status5 GL408-412e Operator Manual Figure 3-5, Serial Connector Pin Assignments 3-8 PN: 9001163A
... the host. RS232C HIGH-SPEED SERIAL INTERFACE Asynchronous ASCII Data Transmission Rate Transmission Form Data Length Stop Bit Parity Bit Codes Used Control Codes Connector (Printer Side) Cable Connector Cable Length Signal Levels Protocol INTERFACE SPECIFICATIONS Half-duplex communication Bi-Directional Communication 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400...LAN) Ethernet • 802.11g Wireless Following the selection of the most appropriate method for Driver, Status2, Status3, Status4, Status5 GL408-412e Operator Manual Figure 3-5, Serial Connector Pin Assignments 3-8 PN: 9001163A
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...-Directional To Host To Printer To Host DB9 -2 3 4 5 6 7 8 PRINTER FGN (Frame Ground) RxD (Receive Data) TxD (Transmit Data) DTR (Data Terminal Ready) SGN (Signal Ground) DSR (Data Set Ready) RTS (Request To Send) CTS (Clear To Send) GL408-412e Operator Manual 3-9 PN: 9001163A It will not receive data when when ...the line is offline, either manually or due to the high state after the print head is closed and the printer is high. The printer will also go low when the data in this pin is placed back online) or an error condition...
...-Directional To Host To Printer To Host DB9 -2 3 4 5 6 7 8 PRINTER FGN (Frame Ground) RxD (Receive Data) TxD (Transmit Data) DTR (Data Terminal Ready) SGN (Signal Ground) DSR (Data Set Ready) RTS (Request To Send) CTS (Clear To Send) GL408-412e Operator Manual 3-9 PN: 9001163A It will not receive data when when ...the line is offline, either manually or due to the high state after the print head is closed and the printer is high. The printer will also go low when the data in this pin is placed back online) or an error condition...
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... Unit 3: Installation IEEE1284 PARALLEL INTERFACE The parallel interface is a plug-in module that can report the status of the printer back to -0.4V A . . For this reason, an interface cable and host interface conforming to the IEEE1284 specification must... Operator Manual 3-10 PN: 9001163A Z Figure 3-6, Parallel Connector Pin Assignments PIN ASSIGNMENTS PIN SIGNAL DIRECTION 1 Strobe To Printer 2 Data 1 To Printer 3 Data 2 To Printer 4 Data 3 To Printer 5 Data 4 To Printer 6 Data 5 To Printer 7 Data 6 To Printer 8 Data 7 To Printer 9 Data 8 To Printer 10...
... Unit 3: Installation IEEE1284 PARALLEL INTERFACE The parallel interface is a plug-in module that can report the status of the printer back to -0.4V A . . For this reason, an interface cable and host interface conforming to the IEEE1284 specification must... Operator Manual 3-10 PN: 9001163A Z Figure 3-6, Parallel Connector Pin Assignments PIN ASSIGNMENTS PIN SIGNAL DIRECTION 1 Strobe To Printer 2 Data 1 To Printer 3 Data 2 To Printer 4 Data 3 To Printer 5 Data 4 To Printer 6 Data 5 To Printer 7 Data 6 To Printer 8 Data 7 To Printer 9 Data 8 To Printer 10...
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... provided for loading the LAN driver are contained in the LAN Interface Manual that is an optional Plug-In Interface Module that can be loaded onto the PC and configured to run one of logical printer name as queue name such as null (linefeed only). When sending ... to a USB port using Windows 2000 or above with a LAN Optional interface installed. TELNET Complies with each printer that is obtainable by LPR and FTP of login. GL408-412e Operator Manual 3-11 PN: 9001163A SOFTWARE SPECIFICATIONS Corresponding Protocol TCP/IP Network Layer ARP, RARP, IP, ICMP Session Layer ...
... provided for loading the LAN driver are contained in the LAN Interface Manual that is an optional Plug-In Interface Module that can be loaded onto the PC and configured to run one of logical printer name as queue name such as null (linefeed only). When sending ... to a USB port using Windows 2000 or above with a LAN Optional interface installed. TELNET Complies with each printer that is obtainable by LPR and FTP of login. GL408-412e Operator Manual 3-11 PN: 9001163A SOFTWARE SPECIFICATIONS Corresponding Protocol TCP/IP Network Layer ARP, RARP, IP, ICMP Session Layer ...
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...Off Blinking On Off Blinking Blinking On --Waiting for link Linked --Receiving packet Ad-hoc mode Infrastructure mode GL408-412e Operator Manual 3-12 PN: 9001163A Variable Data Rates Frequency Band Wired Equivalent Privacy Sensitivity Range Protocols Protocol IP Address Subnet Mask Gateway Address... Power Supply Protocol IP Address Subnet Mask Gateway Address SPECIFICATIONS RJ-45 Receptacle 10/100BaseT Category 5 100 meters or less Powered from printer Status3 return Protocol for Driver (cyclic response mode) Protocol for Driver (ENQ response mode) Status5 return 0.0.0.0 to 255.255.255....
...Off Blinking On Off Blinking Blinking On --Waiting for link Linked --Receiving packet Ad-hoc mode Infrastructure mode GL408-412e Operator Manual 3-12 PN: 9001163A Variable Data Rates Frequency Band Wired Equivalent Privacy Sensitivity Range Protocols Protocol IP Address Subnet Mask Gateway Address... Power Supply Protocol IP Address Subnet Mask Gateway Address SPECIFICATIONS RJ-45 Receptacle 10/100BaseT Category 5 100 meters or less Powered from printer Status3 return Protocol for Driver (cyclic response mode) Protocol for Driver (ENQ response mode) Status5 return 0.0.0.0 to 255.255.255....
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...RFC1179 and handles the list of root pasword is obtainable by LPR is dependent on the client. Figure 3-7, Socket Connection Diagram GL408-412e Operator Manual 3-13 PN: 9001163A NOTE: In the TCP/IP protocol enviroment, LPD and FTP are provided for variable setup; LPD protocol complies with a ...proper setup. A banner page may be added to this directory executes print operation. Default of logical printer name as queue name such as null (linefeed only). although the mode difference is not available. To change and reference of TCP/IP ...
...RFC1179 and handles the list of root pasword is obtainable by LPR is dependent on the client. Figure 3-7, Socket Connection Diagram GL408-412e Operator Manual 3-13 PN: 9001163A NOTE: In the TCP/IP protocol enviroment, LPD and FTP are provided for variable setup; LPD protocol complies with a ...proper setup. A banner page may be added to this directory executes print operation. Default of logical printer name as queue name such as null (linefeed only). although the mode difference is not available. To change and reference of TCP/IP ...
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...host and featuring various functions. RxD (Receive Data) - ALL INTERFACES Unit 3: Installation Receive Buffer The data stream is error free, the printer proceeds with an ETX (03H) signifying the end. If the command structure is received from the host to the host. If the ... signifying the start of the Print Data and ending with the print operation. Data from the printer to the printer one job at high) may need to the printer. GL408-412e Operator Manual 3-14 PN: 9001163A This allows the software program to maximize the performance of the command structure...
...host and featuring various functions. RxD (Receive Data) - ALL INTERFACES Unit 3: Installation Receive Buffer The data stream is error free, the printer proceeds with an ETX (03H) signifying the end. If the command structure is received from the host to the host. If the ... signifying the start of the Print Data and ending with the print operation. Data from the printer to the printer one job at high) may need to the printer. GL408-412e Operator Manual 3-14 PN: 9001163A This allows the software program to maximize the performance of the command structure...
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...of print. Signal Level Issuing/Reissuing EXT signal Switching EXT signal Signal Types SPECIFICATIONS High: +2.4 to +5.0V, Low: +0.0 to an applicator. GL408-412e Operator Manual 3-17 PN: 9001163A Type I to end of print, and "high" upon completion of print, and "low" 20 miliseconds later. Type III Print end...impedance, Low: -15mAor more, 0V 5V, 400mA High: high impedance, Low: -15mAor more, 0V 5V 5V, 400mA 5V, 400mA ----- Proceed to the printer's Advanced Mode for the external signal interface, one with a 14-pin connector and the other with a 25-pin connector.
...of print. Signal Level Issuing/Reissuing EXT signal Switching EXT signal Signal Types SPECIFICATIONS High: +2.4 to +5.0V, Low: +0.0 to an applicator. GL408-412e Operator Manual 3-17 PN: 9001163A Type I to end of print, and "high" upon completion of print, and "low" 20 miliseconds later. Type III Print end...impedance, Low: -15mAor more, 0V 5V, 400mA High: high impedance, Low: -15mAor more, 0V 5V 5V, 400mA 5V, 400mA ----- Proceed to the printer's Advanced Mode for the external signal interface, one with a 14-pin connector and the other with a 25-pin connector.
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... installation of interface hardware. Refer to the Configuration unit of user data and graphics. Printer Protective Cover Figure 3-16, Memory Card Installation Diagram GL408-412e Operator Manual 3-22 PN: 9001163A Unit 3: Installation ACCESSORIES INSTALLATION INTERFACE INSTALLATION The diagram below (Figure... displays the physical installation of the cartridge. Refer to the Configuration unit of this manual for instructions on printer setup for the interface type chosen. Printer LAN/WLAN Port Parallel Connector USB Connector Serial Connector Figure 3-15, Interface Installation Diagram...
... installation of interface hardware. Refer to the Configuration unit of user data and graphics. Printer Protective Cover Figure 3-16, Memory Card Installation Diagram GL408-412e Operator Manual 3-22 PN: 9001163A Unit 3: Installation ACCESSORIES INSTALLATION INTERFACE INSTALLATION The diagram below (Figure... displays the physical installation of the cartridge. Refer to the Configuration unit of this manual for instructions on printer setup for the interface type chosen. Printer LAN/WLAN Port Parallel Connector USB Connector Serial Connector Figure 3-15, Interface Installation Diagram...
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PRINTER CONFIGURATION • Printer Configuration • Configuration Modes • Menu Definition Tables GL408-412e Operator Manual 4-1 PN: 9001163A
PRINTER CONFIGURATION • Printer Configuration • Configuration Modes • Menu Definition Tables GL408-412e Operator Manual 4-1 PN: 9001163A