Mobile Printer SM-S400 SERIES Models: SM-S401 SM-S402 Hardware Manual
Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Operating Precautions Please follow the precautions below to enjoy and maintain the full performance of the printer. ■ Using the Printer ● Some semiconductor devices are easily damaged by static electricity. You should turn the printer “OFF”, before you connect or removed the cable on the rear side, in order to guard the printer against the static electricity. If the printer is damaged by the static electricity, you should turn the printer “OFF”.
Choosing a Place for the Printer Before actually unpacking the printer, you should take a few minutes to think about where you plan to use it. Remember the following points when doing this. P Choose a firm, level surface where the printer will not be exposed to vibration. P The power outlet you plan to connect to for power should be nearby and unobstructed. P Make sure that the printer is close enough to your host computer for you to connect the two.
Table of Contents 1. Introduction...................................................................................5 2. Setting Up the Printer...................................................................6 2.1. Printer & Accessories................................................................................. 6 2.2. Printer Features......................................................................................... 7 2.3. Replacing Paper Roll....................................................
1. Introduction This printer is the ideal solution for Mobile banking system , Retail, point of sales, Credit card Transaction, other traveling and mobile computing etc. The general features of this printer are as follows: ● Pocket size (138 × 89 × 46 mm) ● Light weight (321 g) for true mobility ● Very silent printing thru direct thermal printing method ● High speed (65 mm/sec, MAX) ● RS-232C, Bluetooth Ver2.
2. Setting Up the Printer 2.1. Printer & Accessories Your printer box should include these items. If any items are damaged or missing, please contact your dealer for assistance.
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2.3. Replacing Paper Roll Cautions : Be sure to use paper rolls that meet the specifications. Do not use paper rolls that have the paper glued to the core because the printer cannot detect the paper end correctly. 1. Make sure that the printer is not receiving data; otherwise, data may be lost. 2. Open the paper cover using your fingers on both sides of printer, and remove the remaining paper.
3. Insert a new paper roll as shown. 4. Tear the excess paper off using the tear bar.
2.4. Power Supply 2.4.1. Specified Battery Charger OUTPUT : DC 8.4 V/0.8 A (CC-CV) 2.4.2. Installing the Battery Cautions : 1) Before installing or removing the battery pack, ensure the printer is OFF. 2) If the printer is not used for long period of time, remove the battery pack from the printer. 1. To install battery pack, proceed as follows: - Insert the battery pack in the direction of the arrow. PUSH 2.
2.4.3. Recharging the Battery Pack For recharging the battery pack, install the battery pack in the printer or the battery holder. Insert the Battery Charger to the charge connector of the printer or the battery holder. Cautions Concerning Batteries uGeneral Battery Characteristics ● The battery is a consumable and its performance over time will gradually decrease. (Warranty 6 months) ● While not in use, the battery will slowly discharge itself. ● Fully charge the battery before using the printer.
2.5. Memory Switch Settings 1. Change the Memory switch by this operation. (Refer to Table 1). MODE button : changing Printer MODE status FEED button : changing OPTION status. 2.
u Press FEED button twice, Power lamp twinkles six times and Error lamp twinkles twice. g Press MODE button once, Error lamp twinkles three times. (The density has set to high.) If all the mode have set, press the FEED button and the MODE button at the same time after then release the buttons at the same time. The printer will print out the mode status which has modified.
Memory Switch Setting Table Printer Mode 1 Communication Port 2 Baud Rate 3 Data Bit 4 Parity Bit 5 Stop Bit 6 Density 7 BM Sensor 8 BM Sensor Sensitivity 9 Power Down POWER Lamp ERROR Lamp (Green) (Red) 1 1 2 1 2 3 2 4 5 1 3 2 1 2 4 3 1 5 2 1 2 6 3 1 7 2 1 2 3 8 4 5 1 2 3 9 4 5 6 - 14 - Setting RS-232C Bluetooth * 9600 bps 19200 bps 38400 bps 57600 bps * 115200 bps 7 Data bit 8 Data bit * No Parity * Odd Parity Even Parity 1 Stop bit * 2 Stop bit Density Low Density Medium * Density Hi
3. Interface 3.1. RS-232C 1 2 3 4 This printer has a RS-232C interface and is connected by means of a 4 pin mini USB socket. In the following table, the signals present on the MiniUSB socket are listed: Pin No. Name Direction Function 1 2 3 4 TxD RxD CTS GND Output Input - Transmit Data Receive Data Ground * Applicable connector: SUNG KYUNG (CM-720) Caution : When it removes the communication cable during receiving data, it loses a data. Don’t connect USB mini B cable here.
3.2. Bluetooth Category Specification Bluetooth Spec. Bluetooth V2.1+EDR / Class 2 (10 m) Frequency Range 2.4 GHz ISM BAND Data Transmission Rate 57600 bps Fixed. Data bit 8 Data bit Fixed. Parity bit No Parity Fixed. Stop bit 1 Stop bit Fixed.
4. Using the Printer 4.1. Control Panel MODE Button Battery Power Lamp FEED Button POWER Lamp Direction for Cardreading ERROR Lamp u Button FEED Button : When the printer is on, paper can be feed manually by pressing and holding the FEED button for more than one second. MODE Button : After pressing the MODE button simultaneously, if the ERROR lamp 5 turn signals MODE button is converted with MODE functions. MODE functions are for use to change communication mode. (Refer to 2.5.
4.2. The Self Test The self test procedure will check most of the printer functions. For self test, turn on the power while holding down the FEED button. The Self-Test checks the following : 1) Make sure paper roll has been installed properly. 2) The Self-Test prints the current printer status, which provides the control ROM version and the communication method setting. 3) After printing the current printer status, Self-Test will print a pattern using the built-in character set.
5. Consumable Parts 5.1. Paper Roll Specifications Type : Paper width : Paper thickness : Outer diameter : Recording side : Thermal Paper 111.5±0.5 mm 65±5 µm Ø38 mm or less Outside of roll Cautions : 1) Do not paste the paper to the core. And the roll paper which has Near end mark printing on its near end is recommended. 2) Chemicals or oil may change the color of paper, or printed Characters may fade. 3) Change of paper color starts from approx 70 °C. Pay attention to heat, humidity and sun light.
6. Specifications Item Print method Characters per line Character size Optional Characters Resolution Print width Print speed Dimension Weight Interface Paper roll Barcodes H/W Spec. Receive buffer size MSR Battery Battery duration Battery charger Environment conditions TPH Life Drop resistant Specifications Direct thermal line printing 92 cpl (MAX) Eng.
■ Dimensions External Dimensions : 138 mm (width) × 89 mm (depth) × 46 mm (height) Weight : 321 g (Including Battery Pack) Body Color : Black - 21 -
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