Toshiba Bsx4t Manual

							INDEX ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33036 
INDEX 
 
S 
Serial interface   1-3 
Strip mode   2-9 
Strip module   2-9, A1-2 
Supply voltage   A1-1 
 
T 
Tag   A1-2 
Test print   2-15 
Thermal direct   2-15, A1-1 
Thermal transfer   2-15, A1-1
 
Threshold setting   5-4 
Transmissive sensor   2-15, A1-3 
Two-dimensional code   A1-1 
 
U 
USB interface   1-3, 2-3, A1-2 
 
W 
Weight   A1-1  
 
  
						

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This supplement is applicable to the following Owner’s Manuals: 
· B-SX4T Series (EO1-33034) 
· B-SX5T Series (EO1-33036) 
 
Precautions for using the Ribbon Saving Function 
The ribbon saving module is standard on the B-SX5T series, but not on the B-SX4T series.  Also, the 
ribbon saving function has been set to off by the parameter setting when the printer is delivered.   
Therefore, to use the ribbon saving function on the B-SX4T series, it is necessary to install the 
B-9904-R-QM optional ribbon saving module and to enable the ribbon saving function by the parameter 
setting. 
Regarding the B-SX5T series, you only need to enable the ribbon saving function by the parameter 
setting.   
When enabling the ribbon saving function, it must be set depending on the head lever position.  For 
details, please contact the nearest TOSHIBA TEC service representative or sales agent.  
 
Printer model and option Head lever position Parameter setting Ribbon saving function B-SX5T-TS12-QQ 
B-SX5T-TS12-QP 
B-SX4T-TS10-QQ 
B-SX4T-TS10-QP Position : Label 
or 
Position ‚: Tag RBN SAVE  OFF  
(Default) Disabled Position : Label RBN SAVE  ON(Label) Enabled for label B-SX5T-TS12-QQ 
B-SX5T-TS12-QP 
B-SX4T-TS10-QQ + B-9904-R-QM B-SX4T-TS10-QP + B-9904-R-QM Position ‚: Tag RBN SAVE  ON(TAG) Enabled for tag paper  
NOTES: 
1. Be sure to match the parameter setting to the head lever position according to the media type.  
Mismatching may cause a failure of the ribbon saving module.   
2. The amount of the saved ribbon differs depending on the print pattern and print speed.  
3. When the head lever position is set to Position ‚: Tag and “RBN SAVE ON(TAG)” is selected, the 
amount of the saved ribbon is a little less than that of “RBN SAVE ON(Label)” with the head lever 
position : Label due to a control of the mechanism.  SUPPLEMENT FOR OWNER’S MANUAL 
TEC B-SX4T and B-SX5T SERIES  
						

							 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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EO1-33036  
						

							 
 
 
TEC Thermal Printer 
B-SX4T/SX5T SERIES 
 
Document No. EO10-33013A 
 
Original Jan., 2003 
(Revised Feb., 2003) 
 
 
Product Description 
PRINTED IN JAPAN  
						

							EO10-33013A 
TABLE OF CONTENTS 
 
 Page 
1. OUTLINE -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1- 1 
 1.1  PRINTER SPECIFICATIONS -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1- 1 
  1.2  DESCRIPTION OF MODEL NUMBER -------------------------------------------------------------- 1- 1 
  1.3  APPEARANCE AND DIMENTIONS (APPROXIMATE) ----------------------------------------- 1- 2 
  1.4  BASIC SPECIFICATIONS ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1- 3 
  1.5  ELECTRONICS SPECIFICATIONS------------------------------------------------------------------ 1- 6 
2.  SUPPLY SPECIFICATIONS ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2- 1 
 2.1 MEDIA ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2- 1 
 2.2 RIBBON ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2- 4 
  2.3  CARE AND HANDLING OF THE MEDIA AND RIBBON ---------------------------------------- 2- 5 
3.  OPTIONAL KIT ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 3- 1 
 3.1  CUTTER MODULE: B-4205-QM (Swing Cutter), B-8204-QM (Rotary Cutter) ------------- 3- 1 
  3.2  STRIP MODULE: B-9904-H-QM (option for the B-SX4T) --------------------------------------- 3- 2 
  3.3  RIBBON SAVING MODULE: B-9904-R-QM (option for the B-SX4T) ------------------------ 3- 2 
  3.4  PCMCIA INTERFACE BOARD: B-9700-PCM-QM ----------------------------------------------- 3- 2 
  3.5  EXPANSION I/O INTERFACE BOARD: B-7704-IO-QM (option for the B-SX4T) --------- 3- 2 
  3.6  BUILT-IN LAN INTERFACE BOARD: B-9700-LAN-QM ----------------------------------------- 3- 3 
  3.7  USB INTERFACE BOARD: B-9700-USB-QM ----------------------------------------------------- 3- 3
 
CAUTION! 
1.  This manual may not be copied in whole or in part without prior written permission of TOSHIB
A 
TEC. 
2.  The contents of this manual may be changed without notification. 
3.  Please refer to your local Authorised Service representative with regard to any queries you 
may have in this manual.  
Copyright © 2003 
by TOSHIBA TEC CORPORATION 
All Rights Reserved 
570 Ohito, Ohito-cho, Tagata-gun, Shizuoka-ken, JAPAN
 
This manual is intended for both B-SX4T series and B-SX5T series.  Please note that the 
illustrations and pictures provided are of the B-SX4T series.  
						

							1. OUTLINE EO10-33013A 
 
1.1 PRINTER SPECIFICATIONS
 
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1. OUTLINE  
1.1 PRINTER SPECIFICATIONS 
1)  Various bar codes, characters and graphic data can be printed using both thermal transfer and 
thermal direct methods.  This printer can also print writable characters and logos at designated 
coordinates by using a graphic command.  
2)  The Centronics and RS-232C are available as standard interfaces between the printer and a PC.  
In addition, optional interfaces such as PCMCIA interface, USB interface, and LAN interface are 
available.  The expansion I/O interface, which is an option for the B-SX4T series, is provided on 
the B-SX5T series as standard.  
3)  A 32-bit CPU and a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) equipped with several peripheral LSIs 
realizes high system performance. 
4)  With the element positioned at the edge of the print head, print quality is improved because the 
media passes straight through.   
5)  The B-SX4T series accommodates a max. format size of 104.0 mm wide by 1498.0 mm long and 
a max. printing speed of 10”/sec.  
  The B-SX5T series accommodates a max. format size of 128.0 mm wide by 1498.0 mm long and 
a max. printing speed of 8”/sec.  
6)  High throughput can be obtained with “on-the-fly” formatting. 
7)  Installation space is minimized because the media is loaded internally. 
8)  The metal cover and damper provide a heavy-duty enclosure. 
9)  Various optional devices, including the Strip module including the rewinder, the ribbon saving 
module which economizes ribbon usage, rotary cutter module, and swing cutter module are 
available on the B-SX4T series.   
  The strip module and the ribbon saving module are standard on the B-SX5T series.  
 
NOTE:  Every size is written in millimeter (mm) in this manual.  To obtain the size in inch, divide by 
25.4. 
 
1.2  DESCRIPTION OF MODEL NUMBER 
B – S X 4 T – G S 1 0 – Q Q 
 Destination Code 
  QQ: North America Bloc. 
  QP: Europe Bloc. 
 Machine Type 
 0: Standard 
  2: Including the ribbon saving module, strip module,  
  and expansion I/O PC board  
 Machine Version 
 Issue mode 
  S: Batch 
 Resolution 
  G: 8 dots/mm  
  T: 12 dots/mm 
 Printing method: 
  Thermal direct or Thermal transfer 
  Printing width 
  4: 4 inches 
  5: 5 inches 
  
						

							1. OUTLINE EO10-33013A 
1.3 APPEARANCE AND DIMENSIONS (APPROXIMATE)
 
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1.3  APPEARANCE AND DIMENSIONS (APPROXIMATE) 
1.3.1  Front View/Rear View 
 
 Front View
 Rear View 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
1.3.2  Operation Panel 
LCD Message Display 
W hen the power is turned on and it is ready to print, ON 
LINE is displayed. 
POWER LED (Green) 
Lights when the power is turned on. 
ON-LINE LED (Green) 
1)  Flashes when communicating with a host PC. 
2)  Lights while printing. 
ERROR LED (Red) 
Lights when the printer does not operate correctly. 
FEED key 
Feeds paper. 
RESTART key 
Resets the printer when paused or when an error occurs.   
Used to set the threshold. (Refer to the Owner’s Manual.) 
PAUSE key 
Pauses printing. 
Message display shows PAUSE and a remaining count. 
Used to set the threshold (Refer to the Owner’s Manual.) 
 
1.3.3  Dimensions (Approximate) 
Standard:  291 mm (W) x 460 mm (D) x 308 mm (H) 
With cutter module:  291 mm (W) x 521 mm (D) x 308 mm (H) 
LCD Message Display 
Operation 
Panel 
Media Outlet Top Cover 
Supply W indow 
Power Switch 
{: OFF 
 |: ON 
Expansion I/O 
Interface Connector 
(B-SX4T: Option)  Serial Interface 
Connector (RS-232C) Parallel Interface 
Connector (Centronics) PCMCIA Card Slot (Option), 
USB Connector (Option), or 
LAN Connector (Option)  
AC Power InletUSB Connector 
(Option) or LAN 
Connector (Option) 
 
LCD Message Display  
ON LINE LED  
(Green) 
ERROR LED  
(Red) 
[PAUSE] key  POW ER LED 
(Green) 
[FEED] ke
y 
[RESTART] ke
y