PN 9001125AM5900RVeDirect Thermal Printer OPERATOR MANUAL
Unit 1: IntroductionSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 1-6
SATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 2-1TECHNICAL DATA• Physical Charcteristics•Power• Enviromental•Print•Media• Sensing• Interface Modules•
Unit 2: Technical DataSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 2-2PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICSWidth 10.25 Inches (261 mm)Height 11.25 Inches (285 mm
Unit 2: Technical DataSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 2-3INTERFACE MODULESParallel Port IEEE 1284 StandardSerial Port RS232C (9600 to 5
Unit 2: Technical DataSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 2-4B Font CG Triumvirate, 8 to 72 pt.DOWNLOADABLE FONTSBit Mapped True Type Fonts
SATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 3-1INSTALLATION• Unpacking• Parts Identification• Printer Installation• Interface Selection• Accessorie
Unit 3: InstallationSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 3-2UNPACKING & PARTS IDENTIFICATIONUnpack the printer as directed in the follow
Unit 3: InstallationSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 3-3PRINTER INSTALLATIONThis chapter provides guidance on general printer setup and
Unit 3: InstallationSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 3-4Figure 3-1, Media LoadingFigure 3-2, Fan-Fold LoadingMEDIAMEDIAMEDIAMEDIAMEDIAME
Unit 3: InstallationSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 3-5INTERFACE SELECTIONThis chapter presents the printer interface types and their s
WARNINGTHE EQUIPMENT REFERENCED IN THIS DOCUMENT COMPLIES WITH THE REQUIREMENTS IN PART 15OF FCC RULES FOR A CLASS B COMPUTING DEVICE. OPERATION OF TH
Unit 3: InstallationSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 3-6RS232C SERIAL INTERFACE SIGNALSPIN DIRECTION SIGNAL DEFINITION1 Reference FG (Fr
Unit 3: InstallationSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 3-7IEEE1284 PARALLEL INTERFACEThe parallel interface is a Plug-In Interface Module
Unit 3: InstallationSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 3-8UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB) ADAPTERThe Universal Serial Bus (USB) interface is a
Unit 3: InstallationSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 3-9RECEIVE BUFFERThe data stream is received from the host to the printer one job a
Unit 3: InstallationSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 3-10ACCESSORIES INSTALLATIONIn most instances, the printer is ordered with the desi
SATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 4-1OPERATION• Printer Configuration• Configuration Modes• Operational Adjustments
Unit 4: OperationSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 4-2PRINTER CONFIGURATIONThe printer may be configured for specific jobs via the inte
Unit 4: OperationSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 4-3DSW1 DEFAULT SETTINGS1-1 1-2 1-3 1-4 1-5 1-6 1-7 1-8OFFOFFOFFOFFOFFOFFOFFOFFDSW1
Unit 4: OperationSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 4-4DSW2 DEFAULT SETTINGS2-1 2-2 2-3 2-4 2-5 2-6 2-7 2-8OFFOFFOFFOFFOFFOFFOFFOFFDSW2
Unit 4: OperationSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 4-5DSW3 DEFAULT SETTINGS3-1 3-2 3-3 3-4 3-5 3-6 3-7 3-8OFFOFFOFFOFFOFFOFFOFFOFFDSW3
PN 9001125ATABLE OF CONTENTSINTRODUCTIONAbout This Manual 1-2General Description 1-3Primary Components 1-3Control Features 1-5Switches 1-5Connection P
Unit 4: OperationSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 4-6CONFIGURATION MODESThis chapter provides an overview of the various configuration
Unit 4: OperationSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 4-7TEST PRINT MODEThis mode allows the operator to print test labels for troubleshoo
Unit 4: OperationSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 4-8ADVANCED MODEThe Advanced Mode is provided to make basic printer operational adju
Unit 4: OperationSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 4-9DEFAULT SETTINGS MODEWhen the sequences have been completed, the printer automati
Unit 4: OperationSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 4-10FLASH MEMORY DOWNLOAD MODEA Flash ROM internally stores and deletes font data an
Unit 4: OperationSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 4-11Figure 4-5, Flash Memory Download ModeSTORAGE OF CUSTOM DESIGNED CHARACTERSTATUS
Unit 4: OperationSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 4-12USER DOWNLOAD MODEThis download feature allows the operator to download print jo
Unit 4: OperationSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 4-13HEX DUMP MODEThe contents of the print buffer and the data received before it is
Unit 4: OperationSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 4-14CARD MODEThis configuration mode is used for configuring the Flash ROM and/or PC
Unit 4: OperationSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 4-15NON-STANDARD CLEAR MODEReturns non standard protocol code to the default value.
PN 9001125AOPERATIONPrinter Configuration 4-2Dip Switch Panels 4-2Configuration Modes 4-6Normal Mode 4-6Test Print Mode 4-7Advanced Mode 4-8Default Se
Unit 4: OperationSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 4-16SERVICE MODEAllows the programming of various dimensional settings and the langu
Unit 4: OperationSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 4-17COUNTERS MODEThe Counters Mode allows integrated cycle counters to be reset for
Unit 4: OperationSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 4-18MAINTENANCE MODEThe Maintenance Mode encompasses the Factory and All Clear Modes
Unit 4: OperationSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 4-19ADVANCED MODEMENU DESCRIPTIONDARKNESS RANGE Affects the print darkness via the h
Unit 4: OperationSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 4-20CARD->MEMORYCOPYSATO FONTAllows the copying of SATO Font in Flash ROM. LINE k
Unit 4: OperationSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 4-21REPRINT W/FEEDYES NOSets reprint of previous labels. Prints one pa
Unit 4: OperationSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 4-22CUT COUNT CLEAR YES NOOffers the option to reset the counter to zer
Unit 4: OperationSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 4-23OPERATIONAL ADJUSTMENTSThese operational adjustments are for fine tuning the pri
Unit 4: OperationSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 4-24Figure 4-13, Print Refernece PositionPAPER FEED DIRECTIONLABELLABELEYE-MARKLABEL
Unit 4: OperationSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 4-25Figure 4-14, Sensor & Accessory Locations Eye Mark 8mm Platen 39.0mm Progess
SATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 1-1INTRODUCTION• About This Manual• General Description• Control Features
Unit 4: OperationSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 4-26
SATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 5-1TROUBLESHOOTING• Error Signals• Troubleshooting Table• Troubleshooting Procedures
Unit 5: TroubleshootingSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 5-2ERROR SIGNALSLCD MESSAGE BEEP ERROR CONDITION TO CLEARMACHINE ERROR 1 long Ma
Unit 5: TroubleshootingSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 5-3TROUBLESHOOTING TABLEIMAGE VOIDSDamaged print head. Replace print head.Damage
Unit 5: TroubleshootingSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 5-4No voltage output. Test power supply and replace as necessary.Damaged print h
Unit 5: TroubleshootingSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 5-5TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURESThe procedures below provide in depth instructions
Unit 5: TroubleshootingSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 5-6UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB) INTERFACEIf nothing prints during a test print, ve
Unit 5: TroubleshootingSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 5-7LAN ETHERNET INTERFACE• If the printer does not come up ready: Ensure the pri
Unit 5: TroubleshootingSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 5-8
SATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 6-1MAINTENANCE• Cleaning Procedures• Replacement Procedures• Adjustment Procedures
Unit 1: IntroductionSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 1-2ABOUT THIS MANUALThis manual is laid out consistent with the product discussed a
Unit 6: MaintenanceSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 6-2CLEANING PROCEDURESCleaning of the printer is a necessary maintenance activity to
Unit 6: MaintenanceSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 6-3REPLACEMENT PROCEDURESThe printer contains replaceable components and sub-assembl
Unit 6: MaintenanceSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 6-4PRINT HEAD REPLACEMENTIf the print head becomes damaged or wears out, it can be e
Unit 6: MaintenanceSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 6-5INTERFACE BOARD REPLACEMENT1 Switch off the printer and disconnect the power supp
Unit 6: MaintenanceSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 6-6ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURESTo maintain optimum performance and print quality, periodica
Unit 6: MaintenanceSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 6-7PRINT HEAD BALANCE ADJUSTMENTIf the print head balance is out of adjustment, the
Unit 6: MaintenanceSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 6-8PRINT HEAD ALIGNMENTPrint head position has a direct impact on print quality. An
Unit 1: IntroductionSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 1-3GENERAL DESCRIPTIONThe M5900RVe is a direct thermal, high performance printer ca
Unit 1: IntroductionSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 1-4Figure 1-1b, Primary ComponentsIEEE1284 + RS BOARDIEEE1284 + RS BOARDMEMORY CARD
Unit 1: IntroductionSATO M5900RVe Operator Manual PN 9001125A Page 1-5CONTROL FEATURESFigure 1-2, Switches, Indicators, and Connection PortsSWITCHESPo
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