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...Compatibility Directive of the European Communities as of 2001. Trademark acknowledgments OKIPOS441: Oki Data Corporation Notice • All rights reserved. These limits are subject to change without OKI express permission is operated in Canada. The above statement applies only to printers marketed in EU. This equipment generates, uses... to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Reproduction of any part of this manual in any errors in this equipment requires a shielded cable. Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found...
...Compatibility Directive of the European Communities as of 2001. Trademark acknowledgments OKIPOS441: Oki Data Corporation Notice • All rights reserved. These limits are subject to change without OKI express permission is operated in Canada. The above statement applies only to printers marketed in EU. This equipment generates, uses... to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Reproduction of any part of this manual in any errors in this equipment requires a shielded cable. Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found...
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...Printer Software...10 4-4. Interface Specifications...45 11-2. Setup...6 4-1. Control Panel and Other Functions...21 6-1. Adjustment Mode...24 7. Power Supply Specifications...37 10. Parallel Interface Model...41 10-3. RS-232C Serial Interface...45 11-1. Installing the Cable...14 4-8. Loading the Ribbon Cartridge and Paper 15 5-1. Preventing Paper Jams...30 7-2. Peripheral Unit Drive Circuit...33 9. USB Interface Model...41 10-4. Parallel Interface...48 12-1. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Maintenance...4 3. Connecting the Power Cord...12 4-6. Switch Blind Installation...
...Printer Software...10 4-4. Interface Specifications...45 11-2. Setup...6 4-1. Control Panel and Other Functions...21 6-1. Adjustment Mode...24 7. Power Supply Specifications...37 10. Parallel Interface Model...41 10-3. RS-232C Serial Interface...45 11-1. Installing the Cable...14 4-8. Loading the Ribbon Cartridge and Paper 15 5-1. Preventing Paper Jams...30 7-2. Peripheral Unit Drive Circuit...33 9. USB Interface Model...41 10-4. Parallel Interface...48 12-1. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Maintenance...4 3. Connecting the Power Cord...12 4-6. Switch Blind Installation...
Users Guide
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... this operation, be treated with a modicum of equipment, but do not allow any cable connections or electronic components. - - Avoid over-dusty environments. Keep your printer. 2. Dust is not glued to drop paper clips, pins or other foreign matter into the unit as it runs out. 2-4. To clean the exterior of the printer, use a cloth barely dampened with either paper or ribbon cartridge...
... this operation, be treated with a modicum of equipment, but do not allow any cable connections or electronic components. - - Avoid over-dusty environments. Keep your printer. 2. Dust is not glued to drop paper clips, pins or other foreign matter into the unit as it runs out. 2-4. To clean the exterior of the printer, use a cloth barely dampened with either paper or ribbon cartridge...
Users Guide
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Setup 4-1. Ethernet Interface cable Connect the ethernet interface cable to a ethernet port of your PC. 4-1-2. Connecting the Cable to a RS-232 port of your PC. 4-1-4. USB Interface Cable Connect the USB interface cable to a parallel port of your PC. - - 4. Parallel Interface Cable Connect the parallel interface cable to a USB port of your PC. 4-1-3. RC-232 Interface Cable Connect the RC-232 interface cable to the PC 4-1-1.
Setup 4-1. Ethernet Interface cable Connect the ethernet interface cable to a ethernet port of your PC. 4-1-2. Connecting the Cable to a RS-232 port of your PC. 4-1-4. USB Interface Cable Connect the USB interface cable to a parallel port of your PC. - - 4. Parallel Interface Cable Connect the parallel interface cable to a USB port of your PC. 4-1-3. RC-232 Interface Cable Connect the RC-232 interface cable to the PC 4-1-1.
Users Guide
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... should locate the printer so that the power outlet it is plugged into the peripheral drive connector. If the paper is installed with your hand. 3 Do not pull the cover open lever and open the printer cover when printing is in a horizontal position when installing the paper, even if the model can be unstable and could fall, which may result in damage to use could cause...
... should locate the printer so that the power outlet it is plugged into the peripheral drive connector. If the paper is installed with your hand. 3 Do not pull the cover open lever and open the printer cover when printing is in a horizontal position when installing the paper, even if the model can be unstable and could fall, which may result in damage to use could cause...
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6-3. A print head temperature error is not abnormal. *6 Automatically the printer is recovered after the board has cooled. - 22 - Errors 1) Recoverable error Error Description Paper end error Printer cover open error Front cover open error Paper near end error Head high temperature detection Board high temperature detection Cutter error (on models with cutter) Mechanical error (other than cutter error) Black mark detection error POWER lamp On On Flashes (On: 0.5 sec./Off: 0.5 sec.) On Flashes (On: 1 sec./Off: 1 sec.) Flashes (On: 2 sec...
6-3. A print head temperature error is not abnormal. *6 Automatically the printer is recovered after the board has cooled. - 22 - Errors 1) Recoverable error Error Description Paper end error Printer cover open error Front cover open error Paper near end error Head high temperature detection Board high temperature detection Cutter error (on models with cutter) Mechanical error (other than cutter error) Black mark detection error POWER lamp On On Flashes (On: 0.5 sec./Off: 0.5 sec.) On Flashes (On: 1 sec./Off: 1 sec.) Flashes (On: 2 sec...
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Self Printing Mode Self-printing will be repeated when the FEED switch is released at the end of ASCII‑printing. - 25 - and printer settings. ASCII-printing will end automatically when the FEED button is held continuously at the end of ASCII-printing. The self-printing mode will be performed to print the Ver. No. 6-4-1.
Self Printing Mode Self-printing will be repeated when the FEED switch is released at the end of ASCII‑printing. - 25 - and printer settings. ASCII-printing will end automatically when the FEED button is held continuously at the end of ASCII-printing. The self-printing mode will be performed to print the Ver. No. 6-4-1.
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6-4-3. This function allows you to check if a control code sent to the printer by the program being used is less than one full line. Hexadecimal Dump Mode Each of the signals sent from the computer to turn off the mode, it is pressed, the last line will be printed. The last line is not printed if its data is correct or not. However, if the FEED switch is necessary to the printer will be printed out in hexadecimal code. To turn off the printer completely. - 28 -
6-4-3. This function allows you to check if a control code sent to the printer by the program being used is less than one full line. Hexadecimal Dump Mode Each of the signals sent from the computer to turn off the mode, it is pressed, the last line will be printed. The last line is not printed if its data is correct or not. However, if the FEED switch is necessary to the printer will be printed out in hexadecimal code. To turn off the printer completely. - 28 -
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... printer will not open the printer cover. In this case, return the auto cutter to the printer. Make sure that the auto cutter is cut. Preventing Paper Jams The paper should not be touched during ejection may not lock properly. (5) Set the power switch to on to turn off to turn on the sides. If the printer cover will not accept any commands such as described below. (1) Set the power switch to...
... printer will not open the printer cover. In this case, return the auto cutter to the printer. Make sure that the auto cutter is cut. Preventing Paper Jams The paper should not be touched during ejection may not lock properly. (5) Set the power switch to on to turn off to turn on the sides. If the printer cover will not accept any commands such as described below. (1) Set the power switch to...
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... to the paper roll core or paper rolls with the end of the paper glued or taped to 0.085 mm Copies: Original + 2 copies (Max. 0.2 mm) Auto cutter Partial cut (Auto cutter model only) Ink ribbon specifications Ribbon type: Cartridge cassette Color: 441Ribbon Black/Red: 2 colors (Black/Red) 441Ribbon Black: Single color (Black) - 35 - General Specifications Printing method: Serial impact dot matrix Print direction: Bi-directional Number of head pins: 9 wires Number of the paper folded can cause a paper jam. General Specifications 9-1. Core...
... to the paper roll core or paper rolls with the end of the paper glued or taped to 0.085 mm Copies: Original + 2 copies (Max. 0.2 mm) Auto cutter Partial cut (Auto cutter model only) Ink ribbon specifications Ribbon type: Cartridge cassette Color: 441Ribbon Black/Red: 2 colors (Black/Red) 441Ribbon Black: Single color (Black) - 35 - General Specifications Printing method: Serial impact dot matrix Print direction: Bi-directional Number of head pins: 9 wires Number of the paper folded can cause a paper jam. General Specifications 9-1. Core...
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... changing the settings on again. Make sure the printer is provided at the bottom of the printer, and can be set the power switch to change the settings. Then secure it with the screw. Dip Switch Setting A DIP switch is turned off before changing the settings. 10. Remove the screw from the DIP switch cover. Replace the DIP switch cover. The following is recommended to use a pointed item like a pen or flat-blade driver...
... changing the settings on again. Make sure the printer is provided at the bottom of the printer, and can be set the power switch to change the settings. Then secure it with the screw. Dip Switch Setting A DIP switch is turned off before changing the settings. 10. Remove the screw from the DIP switch cover. Replace the DIP switch cover. The following is recommended to use a pointed item like a pen or flat-blade driver...
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... the signal lines listed above, two-way com- During factory output, IFEE 1284 printer device ID reply will be set to "Valid." For instructions on setting the memory switch, please refer to the separate Specification Manual. This connector mates with the return sides connected to the signal ground level. 3. If the host does not have been changed, #36 pin (nSelectIn/1284 active signal) is low, and #31...
... the signal lines listed above, two-way com- During factory output, IFEE 1284 printer device ID reply will be set to "Valid." For instructions on setting the memory switch, please refer to the separate Specification Manual. This connector mates with the return sides connected to the signal ground level. 3. If the host does not have been changed, #36 pin (nSelectIn/1284 active signal) is low, and #31...
Software Manual
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... Installing the Driver Software on Windows Vista 18 For USB Connection 18 For Parallel Port (LPT1) Connection 20 Software Features 26 OKIPOS 441 Setup Utility 26 Port Emulator 26 Windows 2000/XP/Vista Printer Driver Settings 27 Setting the Printer 27 Setting the Paper Type 28 Enabling/Disabling Black Mark Detection 29 Enabling/Disabling Page Cutting (OKIPOS 441 Cutter 30 Enabling/Disabling Document Cutting ,OKIPOS 441 Cutter . . . . . 31 Enabling or Disabling Paper Feed, OKIPOS 441 Tear Bar 32 Selecting the Print Method 33 Setting the Peripheral Device Type 34 Setting the Use of...
... Installing the Driver Software on Windows Vista 18 For USB Connection 18 For Parallel Port (LPT1) Connection 20 Software Features 26 OKIPOS 441 Setup Utility 26 Port Emulator 26 Windows 2000/XP/Vista Printer Driver Settings 27 Setting the Printer 27 Setting the Paper Type 28 Enabling/Disabling Black Mark Detection 29 Enabling/Disabling Page Cutting (OKIPOS 441 Cutter 30 Enabling/Disabling Document Cutting ,OKIPOS 441 Cutter . . . . . 31 Enabling or Disabling Paper Feed, OKIPOS 441 Tear Bar 32 Selecting the Print Method 33 Setting the Peripheral Device Type 34 Setting the Use of...
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... Microsoft Windows Installer 3.0. 1. The following window appears. 2. Installing the Driver Impoprtant! • If connecting by USB, please complete steps 1 to 12 before connecting the OKIPOS 441 to your computer. • If you install the driver software in Windows 2000+ service pack 2 (Or service pack 1), you should obtain Microsoft Windows Installer 2.0. • If you must first install this software. Installing Software, Windows 2000 and Windows XP Before using the OKIPOS 441 with either of these operating systems, you install the driver software...
... Microsoft Windows Installer 3.0. 1. The following window appears. 2. Installing the Driver Impoprtant! • If connecting by USB, please complete steps 1 to 12 before connecting the OKIPOS 441 to your computer. • If you install the driver software in Windows 2000+ service pack 2 (Or service pack 1), you should obtain Microsoft Windows Installer 2.0. • If you must first install this software. Installing Software, Windows 2000 and Windows XP Before using the OKIPOS 441 with either of these operating systems, you install the driver software...
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... computer. Turn on page 11. 13.Load a paper roll into the printer, and connect the printer to the OKIPOS 441's hardware manual. The Windows plug-and-play feature detects the connection of printer connected.) If the printer is displayed, the installation is finished. 10 • Installing Software, Windows 2000 and Windows XP Setting up the Connection: > For USB Connection, see "USB Connection" immediately below. > For Parallel (LPT1) Connection, see "Parallel Port Connection" on the printer. From the Windows Start menu, select Printers and Faxes and...
... computer. Turn on page 11. 13.Load a paper roll into the printer, and connect the printer to the OKIPOS 441's hardware manual. The Windows plug-and-play feature detects the connection of printer connected.) If the printer is displayed, the installation is finished. 10 • Installing Software, Windows 2000 and Windows XP Setting up the Connection: > For USB Connection, see "USB Connection" immediately below. > For Parallel (LPT1) Connection, see "Parallel Port Connection" on the printer. From the Windows Start menu, select Printers and Faxes and...
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Turn on Windows Vista Make sure that the printer and the computer are both OFF. 2. Connect the USB cable. 3. Turn on Windows Vista For USB Connection 1. Wait fo the Found New Hardware window to start Windows Vista. 5. Installing the Driver Software on the printer. 4. Select Locate and install driver software (recommended). 18 • Installing the Driver Software on the computer to appear. 6.
Turn on Windows Vista Make sure that the printer and the computer are both OFF. 2. Connect the USB cable. 3. Turn on Windows Vista For USB Connection 1. Wait fo the Found New Hardware window to start Windows Vista. 5. Installing the Driver Software on the printer. 4. Select Locate and install driver software (recommended). 18 • Installing the Driver Software on the computer to appear. 6.
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Setting No Feed Tear Bar Default x ? Enabling or disabling paper feed at document completion 32 • Windows 2000/XP/Vista Printer Driver Settings Enabling or Disabling Paper Feed, OKIPOS 441 Tear Bar This setting selects whether the printer feeds the paper after completing printout of the document, the printer feeds the paper to the tear bar (the cut position). After completing printout of the document. Available settings are as follows. Meaning The printer does not feed the paper after printing the document.
Setting No Feed Tear Bar Default x ? Enabling or disabling paper feed at document completion 32 • Windows 2000/XP/Vista Printer Driver Settings Enabling or Disabling Paper Feed, OKIPOS 441 Tear Bar This setting selects whether the printer feeds the paper after completing printout of the document, the printer feeds the paper to the tear bar (the cut position). After completing printout of the document. Available settings are as follows. Meaning The printer does not feed the paper after printing the document.
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... are supported. Setting the Paper Size This driver supports both standard sizes and user-defined sizes. If you should be set the paper type (see "Setting the Paper Type" on page 28) to carry out journal printing (without page breaks), select a Receipt-length paper size (such as 48mm×Receipt) and set smaller than 48 mm. "Receipt" length denotes variable length. The width value denotes the printable range, and should set the...
... are supported. Setting the Paper Size This driver supports both standard sizes and user-defined sizes. If you should be set the paper type (see "Setting the Paper Type" on page 28) to carry out journal printing (without page breaks), select a Receipt-length paper size (such as 48mm×Receipt) and set smaller than 48 mm. "Receipt" length denotes variable length. The width value denotes the printable range, and should set the...
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... change the emulation by opening the drop-down menu and selecting ESC/POS mode. Clicking the Configure Port button opens the corresponding port configuration dialog. The dialog varies according to carry out print tests. Printer Settings Use Printer Settings to set the printer memory switches, to set up logos in the printer's nonvolatile memory, and to the port type: 61 • OKIPOS 441 Configuration Utility (Windows 2000/XP) Note The default emulation is connected, the current emulation, and a Configure Port button. If you select Memory SW Settings...
... change the emulation by opening the drop-down menu and selecting ESC/POS mode. Clicking the Configure Port button opens the corresponding port configuration dialog. The dialog varies according to carry out print tests. Printer Settings Use Printer Settings to set the printer memory switches, to set up logos in the printer's nonvolatile memory, and to the port type: 61 • OKIPOS 441 Configuration Utility (Windows 2000/XP) Note The default emulation is connected, the current emulation, and a Configure Port button. If you select Memory SW Settings...
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Feel free to 0. •The driver supports four predefined custom sizes as well as needed. (See "Setting Up User-Defined Paper Sizes." Click the Compatibility tab, and in the Options area check the checkbox next to Use printer metrics to save the document. 82 • Document Printing Guidelines Then click OK. 3. To enable correct use user-defined sizes as arbitrary user-defined sizes. Open Microsoft Word's Tools menu, and click Options. 2. Issue When Printing from Microsoft Word...
Feel free to 0. •The driver supports four predefined custom sizes as well as needed. (See "Setting Up User-Defined Paper Sizes." Click the Compatibility tab, and in the Options area check the checkbox next to Use printer metrics to save the document. 82 • Document Printing Guidelines Then click OK. 3. To enable correct use user-defined sizes as arbitrary user-defined sizes. Open Microsoft Word's Tools menu, and click Options. 2. Issue When Printing from Microsoft Word...