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1. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of implied warranties or liability for incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Copy Protection The Smart Label Printer program disks are not copy protected You may make backup copies for your own use but this doesn t mean you can make unlimited copies The program is protected by the copyright laws that pertain to computer software It is illegal to make copies of the disks without written permission from Seiko Instruments USA Inc In particular it is illegal to give a copy of the program or your spare set of disks to another person dded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine2. SMART LABEL PRINTER Models 100 200 and 240 User Guide for Windows 95 98 Windows NT 4 0 and Windows 2000 SII Seiko Instruments Inc Downloaded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine Dow FCC Compliance Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential application This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Seiko Instruments could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Applicable EC
3. Serial cable USB cable AC adapter Power cord SLP 240 only Roll of SmartLabels User Guide Quick Start Card User Guide Smart Label Printer 200 shown 4 ded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine Smart Label Printer Models 100 200 and 240 s Chapter 2 Getting Started Connecting the SLP to a Power Outlet Now you re ready to connect the SLP to a power outlet 1 Plug the AC adapter cable into the jack at the rear of the SLP 2 Flip up the AC adapter prongs and plug it into a power outlet 3 Turn the SLP on by pressing the oO power button When you turn the printer on the status light flashes green This is just to let you know there are no labels in the printer Power button Status light User Guide 2 5 4 ded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine Chapter 2 Getting Started Connecting the SLP to an IBM compatible PC Use the USB or serial cable provided with the SLP 100 200 240 to connect the SLP to your computer cable while the printer is turned on may damage the CAUTION Connecting or disconnecting the interface printer Follow these steps 1 Make sure that the SLP is turned off If the status light is on hold the power button until it turns off 2 Connect either the USB or serial cable USB cable Connect the cable to the SLP and the USB port on your computer If all USB ports are in use you may need to purchase a USB hub Serial cable Pl
4. for warranty service and Seiko Instruments USA Inc shall pay for return of the products to customer However customer shall pay all shipping charges duties and taxes for products returned to Seiko Instruments USA Inc from another country Warranty Limitations Seiko Instruments USA Inc makes no other warranty either expressed or implied with respect to this product Seiko Instruments USA Inc specifically disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose Some states or provinces do not allow limitations on the duration of an implied warranty so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you However an implied warranty of merchantability or fitness is limited to the one year duration of this written warranty This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state or province to province Exclusive Remedies The remedies provided herein are customers sole and exclusive remedies In no event shall Seiko Instruments USA Inc be liable for any direct indirect special incidental or consequential damages whether based on contract tort or any other legal theory Some states or provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitations of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you Limited Warranty on Media If you discover physical defects in the guide distributed with the Smart Label Prin
5. m When you run out of labels the green status light on the front of the SLP flashes If printing is in process a mes sage appears telling you that the printer is out of labels Removing the Old Roll from the printer This may cause labels to get stuck inside the printer CAUTION DO NOT pull on the labels to remove them 1 Tear off any printed labels If labels aren t torn off they may get jammed when you perform step 2 2 Press and hold the A form feed button The labels will reverse out of the SLP Loading the New Roll Prepare the new label roll and load the labels as described in Loading a Roll of Labels on page 2 7 User Guide 3 3 4 ded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine md E Chapter 3 Changing Labels and Printer Care Adjusting the Position of Labels If you find the labels are advancing at an angle its easy to realign them Follow these steps 1 Swivel the label cover open and remove the print engine cover by pulling forward on the tabs at the top of the covert 2 Release the pressure on the label stock by moving the platen release lever forward Release the platen lever Realign the label stock so it is straight Return the platen release lever to the locked position Make sure the labels feed through the slot ON WN BR OW Insert the tabs on the lower edge of the print engine cover into the slots on the SLP and push the top edge for ward until the cover snaps into plac
6. Address Data Adjusting the Position of Labels Bar Code Object Properties Bar Code Object Shortcut Menu Bar Code Objects Bar Code Dimensions Readable Text Rotating the Bar Code Selecting the Bar Code Symbology Serializing Canada Caring for Labels Categories Find Tab Click the Find tab to find all topics that contain a word or phrase Type the word or phrase to list topics Double click a topic to view help text Help Topics SmartLabels Picture Object Properties Settings Picture Object Shortcut Menu Replacing Pictures Scaling the Picture Shortcut Menus Tips for Using Object Properties Working with Label Objects 2 12 Downmdded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine Smart Label Printer Models 100 200 and 240 ai Chapter 3 Changing Labels and Printer Care Overview 3 2 Caring for Your Printer 3 2 Off Line and On Line Mode 3 3 Changing a Label Roll 3 3 Adjusting the Position of Labels 3 4 Removing Stuck Labels 3 5 User Guide 3 1 Dowmdded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine E Chapter 3 Changing Labels and Printer Care Overview The SLP 100 200 240 uses advanced thermal print technology to provide crisp high contrast printing There are no ribbons or cartridges to replace An important consideration For best results we recommend the use of Seiko Instruments SmartLabels Other brands may not be engineered to provide optimum trouble free result
7. Help The on line help provides detailed instructions for creating labels customizing format SmartCopy or SmartCapture printing and label database functions You access Help through the Help Topics command on the Help menu Use the Help Topics screen to jump to topics that tell you how to use the Smart Label software or to get quick access to other reference topics Contents Tab The Contents tab lists topics grouped by subject Double click a book icon to view the contents for that subject Double click a topic with a question mark icon to view the help text Help Topics SmartLabels gt Overview 2 Creating Address Labels 2 Creating Other Labels 2 Using Shortcut Menus Editing Labels e Label Objects Contact Information Label Formats Printing Labels N Saving and Recalling Labels ih Working with Label Libraries and Categories gt Importing and Exporting Commands Smart Label Setup After viewing help text click Help Topics to return to the Contents Note If the topic contains green underlined text click the green text to view help text for that topic ded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine a2 Chapter 2 Getting Started Index Tab Click the Index tab to find specific topics in an alphabetical list To quickly locate a topic type the first few letters of the topic Double click the topic to view help text Help Topics SmartLabels Adding Objects
8. Label CD ROM or installation disk 1 into the appropriate drive When using the CD ROM the installation wizard starts automatically on most systems If the introductory screen doesn t appear after a few sec onds continue with the following steps 3 Click the Start button then point to Settings and choose Control Panel The Control Panel window appears 4 Double click Add Remove Programs The Add Remove Programs Properties dialog box appears 5 Click the stall button A dialog box appears asking you to insert the floppy disk 6 Click the Next button The drive and SETUP EXE file are automatically selected and shown in the command line box 7 Click the Finish button Follow the directions on the screen to complete the installation of the program The installation wizard will assist you in configuring how the SLP is connected The SLP may be connected directly to your computer or to a remote network computer n Serial COM The SLP is connected to a serial port on your computer n USB The SLP is connected to a USB port on your com puter n Parallel LPT The SLP is connected to an parallel port on your computer using the serial cable and an optional serial to parallel adapter n Network The SLP is connected to another computer on your network 2 10 Smart Label Printer Models 100 200 and 240 Dowmdded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine Dow User Guide 2 11 Chapter 2 Getting Started Using On Line
9. Placing another adhesive perhaps another label between the vinyl surface and the label may help minimize this type of fading In general labels will last for years if they aren t subjected to the above conditions The label material is much more stable than fax paper due to the special formulation and coatings used by Seiko Instruments How many labels can I save The number of labels you can save is limited only by the amount of disk space in your computer There are no available serial or USB ports on the back of my computer What do I do You may wish to add another port to your system Alternatively you may use a switch box to share a serial port or a USB hub to extend the number of USB devices that can be connected Smart Label Printer Models 100 200 and 240 Appendix C Technical Support and Service User Guide 4 ded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine C 1 Appendix Technical Support and Service Please refer to the Troubleshooting topic in on line Help for information on how to determine if your SLP needs service and how to contact Seiko Instruments for Technical Support and repairs C 2 Smart Label Printer Models 100 200 and 240 Dowmdded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine Appendix D Ordering Labels and Parts User Guide 4 ded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine D 1 Appendix D Ordering Labels and Parts Ordering Labels For best r
10. Specifications A 2 Status Light Indicators A 3 Appendix B Commonly Asked Questions and Answers B 1 Appendix C Technical Support and Service C 1 User Guide 4 ded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine Contents Appendix D Ordering Labels and Parts D 1 Ordering Labels D 2 Ordering Parts D 2 Index iv Smart Label Printer Models 100 200 and 240 Dowmdded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine s Chapter 1 Introduction About Your Smart Label Printer Software Features 1 3 User Guide 4 ded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine 1 2 1 1 4 ded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine Chapter 1 Introduction About Your Smart Label Printer 1 2 The Smart Label Printer is the best way to instantly print one at a time labels Direct thermal printing technology does not use ink toner or ribbon just labels The SLP produces fast laser output on a variety of label sizes with the ability to print text graphics POSTNET codes and bar codes The Smart Label software features a WYSIWYG editor SmartCapture and SmartCopy to capture text and addresses right off your screen built in database a Windows print driver and background printing It uses TrueType fonts and imports logos graphics and text files With the wide variety of available SmartLabels you can use your SLP to create labels for just about anything Here are some examples Bar cod
11. ded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine 2 8 Chapter 2 Getting Started Remove the spindle from the SLP and insert the label roll on the spindle Insert the labels and spindle into the SLP If using an SLP 200 or 240 adjust the guides to fit the labels as shown below Insert the free end of the label roll label side down into the slot on the back of the printer Push the label stock into the slot until you feel a slight resistance Continue pushing gently The SLP automatically feeds the labels through and aligns the end in the exit slot If the label end doesn t appear through the slot Press and release the A form feed button to advance the labels Smart Label Printer Models 100 200 and 240 md Chapter 2 Getting Started 6 Close the label cover s Testing the Printer A quick test lets you know your printer is operating properly and that the labels are loaded correctly Here s how to proceed 1 Press and hold the Q power button for 2 seconds to turn the printer off 2 Press and hold the N form feed button while you press and release the Q power button If the test is successful the SLP 100 200 240 will print a test label SII Seiko Instruments Inc Firmware Version 3 0 Smart Label Printer User Guide 2 9 Dowmdded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine Chapter 2 Getting Started Installing the Smart Label Software 1 Start Windows 2 Insert the Smart
12. m Chapter 3 Changing Labels and Printer Care provides information for replacing a label roll and taking care of your SLP m Appendix A Specifications provides SLP 100 200 240 specifications m Appendix B Commonly Asked Questions and Answers provides a list of questions and answers that can help you resolve problems m Appendix C Technical Support and Service provides technical support and service information m Appendix D Ordering Labels and Parts provides infor mation for ordering SmartLabels and replacement parts and accessories ii Smart Label Printer Models 100 200 and 240 Dowmdded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine s Contents Chapter 1 Introduction About Your Smart Label Printer 1 2 Software Features 1 3 Chapter 2 Getting Started What You Need 2 2 A Word About Labels 2 3 Caring for Labels 2 3 Installing the SLP 100 200 or 240 2 4 Unpacking the SLP 2 4 Connecting the SLP to a Power Outlet 2 5 Connecting the SLP to an IBM compatible PC 2 6 Loading a Roll of Labels 2 7 Testing the Printer 2 9 Installing the Smart Label Software 2 10 Using On Line Help 2 11 Chapter 3 Changing Labels and Printer Care Overview 3 2 Caring for Your Printer 3 2 Off Line and On Line Mode 3 3 Changing a Label Roll 3 3 Removing the Old Roll 3 3 Loading the New Roll 3 3 Adjusting the Position of Labels 3 4 Removing Stuck Labels 3 5 Appendix A Specifications Smart Label Printer 100 200 240
13. Directives and Standards Directive Title 89 336 EEC EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 73 28 EEC EC Low Voltage Directive Standards Title EMC EN55022 1998 class B EN55024 1998 EN61000 3 2 1995 EN61000 3 3 1995 LVD EN60950 1992 A1 1993 A2 1993 A3 1995 A4 1997 A11 1997 Copyright All rights reserved No parts of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic mechanical photocopying recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of Seiko Instruments USA Inc No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of information contained herein While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this publication Seiko Instruments USA Inc assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions Nor is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of information contained herein Further this publication and features described herein are subject to change without notice Copyright 1989 2000 by Seiko Instruments USA Inc All rights reserved Smart Label Printer 1992 2000 Print Things All rights reserved Smart Label Printer 100 200 240 User Guide by Prestige Publications Milpitas CA Seiko Instruments USA Inc S I I 2990 West Lomita Blvd Torrance CA 90505 Seiko Instruments Inc Manual Part Number 22 84010 01 Printed in USA added from www Manualslib com manuals search engine Trademark Informati
14. W dots Environment Temperature Operating 15 C to 35 C 59 F to 95 F Storage 20 C to 60 C 4 F to 140 F Humidity Operating 30 RH to 80 RH non condensing Storage 30 RH to 90 RH non condensing Status Light Indicators LED Indicator State Off Power off Stand by Steady Green On line Steady Amber Off line Blinking Green 1 No labels Blinking Green 2 Print head up Blinking Amber 1 Label jam Blinking Amber 2 Buffer overflow Blinking Red 1 Temperature error Blinking Red 2 Voltage error Blinking Red 3 Print head error The number refers to the number of blinks User Guide A 3 Dowmdded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine Appendix B Commonly Asked Questions and Answers User Guide 4 ded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine 4 ded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine Appendix B Commonly Asked Questions and Answers B 2 Q Will my labels fade over time A Labels are made of thermal paper Heat applied to the paper causes a chemical reaction to generate black dots at the points where heat was applied This technique avoids using messy inks and ribbons Because the paper is heat sensitive it is possible for a label to darken if exposed to high heat or very bright light for an extended period of time It is also possible for certain plasticizers in some plastic binders to cause a chemical reaction which results in the image fading over time
15. abel name database field or words within the label n Multiple user feature allows each user to have a unique setup and Smart Label start up icon n Contact based records updated automatically from label addresses User Guide 1 3 Dowmdded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine s Chapter 2 Getting Started What You Need 2 2 A Word About Labels 2 3 Installing the SLP 100 200 or 240 2 4 Installing the Smart Label Software 2 10 Using On Line Help 2 11 User Guide 4 ded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine 2 1 Chapter 2 Getting Started What You Need In order to use your SLP and software you need to have the following n An IBM PC or 100 compatible computer n An 80386 or higher processor n 4 MB of available Random Access Memory RAM n An available USB or RS 232C serial COM port n 5 MB available hard disk space n VGA or higher resolution graphics card n A mouse or other pointing device n Microsoft Windows 95 98 Windows NT 4 0 or Windows 2000 Note Windows 98 or Windows 2000 is required to connect the Smart Label Printer to a USB port 2 2 Smart Label Printer Models 100 200 and 240 Dowmdded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine Chapter 2 Getting Started A Word About Labels For best results we recommend the use of Seiko Instruments SmartLabels Other brands may not be engineered to provide optimum trouble free results with your SLP they may not work with
16. e 3 4 Smart Label Printer Models 100 200 and 240 Dowmdded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine Chapter 3 Changing Labels and Printer Care Removing Stuck Labels If a label becomes stuck in your SLP remove it as follows 1 With a pair of scissors cut the label stock between the label roll and the label slot at the back of the printer 2 Swivel the label cover open and remove the print engine cover by pulling forward on the tabs at the top of the cover 3 Release the pressure on the label stock by moving the platen release lever forward 4 Remove the stuck label 5 If the label or pieces of the label stick to the platen use a small amount of isopropyl rubbing alcohol on a cotton swab to dissolve the adhesive on the back of the label CAUTION DO NOT touch the print engine It may be hot 6 Once you have removed any remaining pieces of label return the platen release lever to the locked position 7 Insert the tabs on the lower edge of the print engine cover into the slots on the SLP and push the top edge for ward until the cover snaps into place User Guide 3 5 4 ded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine md s Appendix A Specifications Smart Label Printer 100 200 240 Specifications A 2 Status Light Indicators A 3 User Guide 4 ded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine A 1 Appendix A Specifications Smart Label Printer 100 200 240 Sp
17. e labels i n Envelope labels File folder labels Diskette labels 5 5 n Name tags Rotary file cards 5 Videocassette labels i 5 Shipping labels n Storage container labels Binder labels 5 Notebook labels Shelf labels 5 5 Smart Label Printer Models 100 200 and 240 E Chapter 1 Introduction Software Features The Smart Label program provides a rich set of features to simplify your labeling needs n 32 bit architecture designed to work in Windows 95 98 Windows NT 4 0 and Windows 2000 with support for long file names n WYSIWYG editor displays labels as they will print n Prints in background so you can work with other applica tions while labels are printing Print labels one at a time or whole mailing lists n Object oriented user interface makes it easy to include text pictures bar codes etc on your label n Mixed text possible within each text object different font types sizes and styles bold italic underline can be included on a single line n Shrink to fit and word wrap ensure that addresses and other text fit on the label n SmartCapture and SmartCopy capture text from Windows applications saving time and eliminating retyping n Customizable Smart Label Icons make it easy to format different types of labels n Built in database to save labels and formats in user defin able database categories n Find feature makes it easy to locate saved labels by l
18. ecifications The SLP is a compact printing device ideally suited for label printing applications There are no built in fonts and any text must be converted to a bitmap image by a host computer or device for printing on the SLP Developer information can be found on our website at www seikosmart com Printer Technology Direct thermal Resolution 203 dpi 8 dots mm Max Paper Model 100 1 22 in 81mm Width Model 200 240 2 28 in 58mm Max Printable Model 100 0 94 in 24mm Width Model 200 240 1 89 in 48mm Print Speed Model 100 200 8 seconds Model 240 3 seconds average speed standard address label Interface USB and RS 232 Power Input Model 100 200 AC adapter PW 0006 U1 AC 100 120V 50 60 Hz US version PW 0006 E1 AC 200 240V 50 60 Hz Euro version PW 0006 K1 AC 200 240V 50 60 Hz UK version PW 0006 A1 AC 200 240V 50 60 Hz Australian version Model 240 AC adapter PW 0012 W1 universal AC 100 240V 50 60 Hz ouput Model 100 200 DC6V 1 5A 2 0A max Model 240 DC12V 3 0A 5 0A max Dimensions 4 49 in W x 7 48 in D x 6 61 in H 114mm W x 190mm D x 168mm H Weight All models 1 14 Ibs 515 grams A 2 Smart Label Printer Models 100 200 and 240 Dowmdded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine Appendix A Specifications E Life Time Model 100 200 Approx 2 million characters 24 H x 12 W dots Model 240 Approx 5 million characters 24 H x 12
19. ee Condensation free Temperatures 59 to 95 F 15 to 35 C Humidity 30 RH to 80 RH non condensing dded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine About This Guide As you ll soon realize the Smart Label Printer is easy to set up and use Chances are once you ve read what you need to know in order to get going you won t have to use this guide except as a quick reminder or a reference This guide will help you set up your SLP 100 200 or 240 install the software and use your SLP In writing this guide we assume that you are familiar with common operations using Microsoft Windows 95 98 Windows NT 4 0 or Windows 2000 on an IBM compatible PC The following conventions are used to convey information in this guide Commands you choose from the menus and items you select appear in italics with initial capital letters Example Choose Print from the File menu m Text we ask you to type appears in bold Example Type A SETUP User Guide Dowmdded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine This guide has three chapters and three appendices m Chapter 1 Introduction provides some general informa tion about the SLP 100 200 240 and the Smart Label program m Chapter 2 Getting Started provides instructions for con necting the SLP 100 200 240 to an IBM compatible PC loading labels into the printer and installing the Smart Label software It also describes how to use on line help
20. esults we recommend the use of Seiko Instruments SmartLabels Other brands may not be engineered to provide optimum trouble free results with your SLP they may not work with your printer or they may damage it and void your warranty For information on ordering labels please choose the How to Order Labels command on the Help menu or refer to the Ordering Labels topic in on line Help Ordering Parts For information on ordering replacement parts and accessories please refer to your SLP model in the Troubleshooting topic in on line Help D 2 Smart Label Printer Models 100 200 and 240 Dowmdded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine s 4 ded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine Index C Changing a label roll 3 3 COM port connecting 2 6 Common questions B 2 D Developer information A 2 F Features 1 3 Find feature 1 3 H Help 2 11 l Installation SLP 100 200 240 2 4 Smart Label software 2 10 L Labels caring for 2 3 ordering D 2 recommended 2 3 3 2 Loading labels 2 7 3 3 preparing a new roll 2 7 removing the old roll 3 3 Multiple users also see on line Help 1 3 P Package contents 2 4 Printing labels out of labels 3 3 stop printing 3 3 User Guide S Serial cable 2 4 2 6 SLP adjusting labels 3 4 caring for 3 2 form feed button 2 5 installation 2 4 off line mode 3 3 on line mode 3 3 power button 2 5 3 3 removing stuck label
21. on IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation SII and the SII logo are registered trademarks of Seiko Instruments Inc Smart Label Printer is a registered trademark and SmartLabels Smart Label Icons SmartCopy SmartCapture and SmartCode are trademarks of Seiko Instruments USA Inc Other products mentioned in this guide are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies Dowmdded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine Important Safety Instructions The following symbols are used in this User Guide actions that may result in risk of severe personal injury or WARNING Warning statements are used to indicate loss of life actions that may result in damage to the printer or other CAUTION Caution statements are used to indicate property or may result in risk of minor personal injury Warning 1 Use only the AC adapter provided with this printer or an AC adapter that has been approved by Seiko Instruments for use with this printer Use of an incorrect AC adapter may cause risk of overheating or fire 2 Do not bend or place a heavy object on the power cord as it could damage the cord and result in risk of electric shock or fire Do not use the power cord if damaged or frayed 3 The thermal print head may become quite hot after print ing Be careful when changing labels and cleaning the the
22. rmal head Caution 1 Never insert objects of any kind into this printer as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts and may result in a risk of fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the printer 2 This printer contains no user serviceable parts Do not attempt to service the printer yourself as this can expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks Repair service should be performed by a trained technician 3 Do not use this printer near water or in extreme humidity Dowmdded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine Dow 4 Be sure to hold only the connector end of the power cord or interface cable when disconnecting Repeated pulling on the cable could damage the cable 5 If any of the following conditions occur turn off the printer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet Installation The power cord is damaged or frayed Liquid has been spilled into the printer or the printer has been exposed to rain or water The printer does not recover from an error or the printer does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed The printer exhibits a distinct change in performance such as emitting a strange noise odor or smoke For best performance we recommend that you install your printer on a flat surface in a location that satisfies the following environmental conditions Not subject to vibration Not exposed to direct sunlight Dust fr
23. s 3 5 status light 2 5 2 7 3 3 testing printer 2 9 thermal print engine 3 2 Smart Label software installing 2 10 SmartLabels 2 3 3 2 D 2 Specifications A 2 System requirements 2 2 T Technical support C 2 U USB cable 2 4 2 6 W Windows 2000 2 2 Windows 95 2 2 Windows 98 2 2 Windows NT 4 0 2 2 Index 1 md Dow Warranty Information Limited Warranty on Hardware One 1 Year Limited Warranty Seiko Instruments USA Inc warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one 1 year from the date of original retail purchase proof of purchase required If Seiko Instruments USA Inc receives notice of such defects during the warranty period Seiko Instruments USA Inc will either at its option repair or replace products which prove to be defective Exclusions The above warranty shall not apply to defects resulting from improper or inadequate maintenance by customer customer supplied software or interfacing unauthorized modifications or misuse operation outside of the environmental specifications for the product or improper site operation and maintenance Obtaining Warranty Service To obtain warranty service products must be returned to a service facility designated by Seiko Instruments USA Inc See Appendix C Technical Support and Service in this user guide for details Customer shall prepay shipping charges for products returned to Seiko Instruments USA Inc
24. s with your SLP they may not work with your printer or they may damage it and void your warranty Caring for Your Printer Your SLP 100 200 240 is a high precision device that s designed for trouble free operation Just follow these few precautions a Important The SLP 100 200 240 is designed for use only with Seiko Instruments SmartLabels Use of improper labels may damage the printer m Don t operate the printer in a dusty environment m Keep the printer out of direct sunlight m If you are printing more than one label at a time guide the labels over the front of the label cover as they exit making sure that they don t curl under the cover and loop through and into the feed slot 3 2 Smart Label Printer Models 100 200 and 240 Dowmdded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine s Chapter 3 Changing Labels and Printer Care Off Line and On Line Mode Pressing and releasing the power button toggles the printer between off line and on line mode An amber status light indicates that the printer is off line There is no communication with the computer when the printer is off line This feature is a handy way to stop printing so you don t waste labels while you delete labels from the print queue Changing a Label Roll This procedure describes how to remove and replace label rolls m You can load a different type of label at any time you don t have to wait until all of the labels have been used
25. ter or on the media on which software is distributed Seiko Instruments USA Inc will replace the guide or media at no charge to you provided that you return the items to be replaced during the 90 day period following your purchase of the Smart Label Printer or software All implied warranties on the media or guide including implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to ninety 90 days from the date of the original retail purchase of the product Even though Seiko Instruments USA Inc has tested the software and reviewed the documentation Seiko Instruments USA Inc makes no warranty or representation either express or implied with respect to software its quality performance merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose As a result the software is sold as is and you the purchaser are assuming the entire risk as to its quality and performance In no event will Seiko Instruments USA Inc be liable for direct indirect special incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect in the software or its documentation even if advised of the possibility of such damages In particular Seiko Instruments USA Inc shall have no liability for any programs or data stored in or used with the Smart Label Printer including the costs of recovering such programs or data The warranty and remedies set forth above are exclusive and in lieu of all others oral or written express or implied
26. ug the telephone style connector into the jack on the rear panel of the SLP Plug the other end of the cable into a serial port on your computer Note Serial ports are also called COM ports COMI COM2 COM3 etc If your COM ports are all in use purchase either another serial port or an A B switch box to connect the SLP and another device to the same port Serial port USB port a DO NOT use USB cable both cables 2 6 Smart Label Printer Models 100 200 and 240 Dowmdded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine Chapter 2 Getting Started Loading a Roll of Labels Follow the instructions below to load a roll of standard address labels s Prepare the roll of labels 1 Remove the sticker from the beginning of the roll of labels Note Check to be sure there is a black sensor mark on the label backing as illustrated on page 2 3 2 If needed cut between the labels to create a leader C Prepared end Cut here If the end of the roll is not prepared as shown above cut between the labels leaving as much backing as possible on the end of the roll to act as a leader Load the roll of labels 1 Make sure the power cord is connected and that the printer is turned on The green status light should be flashing 2 Lift the base of the clear plastic label cover and rotate it open Spindle User Guide 2 7 Dowmdded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine s 4
27. your printer or they may damage it and void your warranty SmartLabels are available in a wide variety of sizes and colors to properly label almost anything The SmartLabels have a sensor mark on the backing of each label that the SLP 100 200 240 uses for top of label alignment Check to be sure the labels have this mark before loading them into the SLP s Sensor mark Note Older SmartLabels did not have this sensor mark Be sure that the SLP 100 200 and 240 are listed as supported printers on the SmartLabels package Caring for Labels The labels are sensitive to heat moisture and light With this in mind n Store labels in a cool dry place n Do not scratch or rub labels with a hard object n Keep organic solvents away from labels User Guide 2 3 Dowmdded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine s Chapter 2 Getting Started Installing the SLP 100 200 or 240 Here you ll find out how to unpack and set up your new SLP As part of the setup process you ll load a roll of standard address labels and run a quick test Unpacking the SLP Carefully remove the printer and its components from the box It s a good idea to save the box and packing materials in case you need to store or ship the printer Make sure you have all of the following items n n Smart Label Printer 100 200 or 240 I SmartLabels EEY SS Serial cable A Smart Label Printer 100 200 or 240 Smart Label software
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