Specifications

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FAQs M-84Pro
2. Set Up and Use
How do I connect my M-84PRo printer to my computer?
To connect the SATO printer M-84PRo to a PC or host, the follow-
ing interfaces are available: ECP Parallel (IEEE 1284), Centronics
Parallel, RS232 Standard, RS232 Highspeed, USB, (12Mbit/s),
LAN (TCP/IP Protocol 10/100 Base T), IBM Twinax/Coax, RS422/
485, Wireless LAN.
How do I load labels?
Open the door of the printer and open the print head. Place the
label roll on to the spindle, following the diagram provided on the
inside of the top cover. The labels should pass under the plastic
guide, through the sensor and under the print head, feeding out the
front of the printer. Position the Label Edge Guide towards the front
of the printer until it barely touches the outside edge of the labels.
Remember to close the print head firmly, before closing the door of
the printer.
How do I load carbon ribbons?
Open the door of the printer and open the print head. Referring to
the diagram, on the inside of the M-84PRo's cover, position the rib-
bon roll firmly on to the ribbon supply spindle and place the empty
core on the ribbon take-up spindle. Tape the free end of the ribbon
to the take-up core, so that it will catch when rotating in a clockwise
direction.
How do I select the label sensing method?
The M-84PRo label sensing method is controlled by DIP switches.
The DIP function chart has been positioned on the inside of the top
cover. The printer however will be delivered set for label gap sens-
ing (DSW2-2, DSW3-3 both in the OFF position). If you wish the
sensor to read an I-Mark please refer to the DIP Switch function
chart.
How do I adjust the print darkness?
There are 5 darkness settings. The highest numbers represent the
darker settings and the current setting is indicated by an underline
under one of the range settings. To view the settings you must go
into the User mode by pressing the LINE key once and turning on
the power. Keep pressing the LINE key until you hear a beep. Next,