SATO WS408DT User manual
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Operator Manual
For printer models:
WS408DT
WS412DT
WS408TT
WS412TT
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FCC ID
In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in
which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
FCC Warning
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions in this manual, it
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in
which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own
expense.
FCC Statement for Optional RF module
This device complies with RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment.
The antenna used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a
separation distance of at least 20 cm from all people and must not be co-
located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Bluetooth/Wireless LAN Communication
Compliance Statement
This product has been certified for compliance with the relevant radio
interference regulations of your country or region. To make sure continued
compliance, do not:
∙Disassemble or modify this product.
∙Remove the certificate label (serial number seal) affixed to this product.
Use of this product near microwave and/or other Wireless LAN LAN
equipment, or where static electricity or radio interference is present, may
shorten the communication distance, or even disable communication.
WARNING
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
(for USA only)
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Liability Disclaimer
SATO Corporation takes steps to assure that the company’s published
engineering specifications and manuals are correct; however, errors do occur.
SATO reserves the right to correct any such errors and disclaims any resulting
liability. In no event shall SATO or anyone else involved in the creation,
production, or delivery of the accompanying product (including hardware and
software) be liable for any damages whatsoever (including, without limitation,
damages for loss of business profits, business interruption, loss of business
information, or other pecuniary loss) arising out of the use of or the results
of use of or inability to use such product, even if SATO has been advised of
the possibility of such damages.
Caution
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
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Contents
1Introduction ...........................................................................................................2
1.1 Features.......................................................................................................2
1.2 Unpacking....................................................................................................2
1.3 Understand your printer .............................................................................3
1.3.1 WS Direct Thermal (DT) model.........................................................3
1.3.2 WS Thermal Transfer (TT) model......................................................5
1.3.3 Interior view TT model .....................................................................6
1.3.4 Interior view 2 TT model...................................................................7
1.4 Printer LED Indicators DT model ..............................................................8
1.4.1 System mode ....................................................................................9
2Get started ...........................................................................................................10
2.1 Attach the power cord ..............................................................................10
2.2 Turn on/off your printer............................................................................11
2.2.1 Turn on your printer .......................................................................11
2.2.2 Turn off your printer .......................................................................11
2.3 Load media................................................................................................12
2.3.1 Prepare media ................................................................................12
2.3.2 Install a media roll. DT Model.........................................................12
2.3.3 Test media feed...............................................................................15
2.3.4 Installing a media roll TT model......................................................16
2.3.5 Test media feed...............................................................................20
2.4 Installing a Ribbon Roll: TT model only.....................................................21
2.5 Media types...............................................................................................25
3Printer operation..................................................................................................26
3.1 Media sensor calibration...........................................................................26
3.2 Self test......................................................................................................27
3.2.1 DT model Test Print.........................................................................28
3.2.2 TT model Test Print.........................................................................29
3.3 Reset your printer .....................................................................................30
4Media sensing ......................................................................................................31
4.1.1 Transmissive sensor ........................................................................31
4.1.2 Reflective sensor.............................................................................32
5Maintenance ........................................................................................................33
5.1 Cleaning.....................................................................................................33
5.1.1 Printhead ........................................................................................33
5.1.2 Media housing ................................................................................35
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5.1.3 Label Sensor....................................................................................35
5.1.4 Platen roller ....................................................................................36
6Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................38
6.1 Printer issues.............................................................................................38
6.1.1 Media issues ...................................................................................38
6.1.2 Ribbon Problems.............................................................................39
6.1.3 Other issues ....................................................................................40
7Setting up LAN, WLAN and Bluetooth interfaces.................................................41
7.1 The SATO WS4 Printer Utility ....................................................................42
7.1.1 Install SATO WS4 Printer Utility ......................................................42
7.2 Work with SATO WS4 Printer Utility..........................................................43
7.2.1 Menu bar ........................................................................................43
File 44
Setting.................................................................................................44
Help 45
7.2.2 Toolbar ............................................................................................45
7.2.3 Navigation pane..............................................................................49
Parameter Setting ............................................................................49
7.2.4 COM ................................................................................................55
7.2.5 LAN..................................................................................................56
8Set up a LAN connection......................................................................................57
8.1 IPv6............................................................................................................60
9The WLAN tab ......................................................................................................63
9.1 Set up WLAN connection ..........................................................................64
10 Bluetooth .............................................................................................................68
10.1 Bluetooth Wireless connection.................................................................69
10.1.1 Bluetooth ........................................................................................69
11 Specifications .......................................................................................................72
11.1 Printer........................................................................................................72
11.2 Media ........................................................................................................74
11.3 Barcodes....................................................................................................75
11.4 Bluetooth...................................................................................................77
11.5 Wireless LAN .............................................................................................78
11.6 Ethernet ....................................................................................................80
11.7 Electrical and operating environment .................................................80
11.8 Physical dimension....................................................................................80
12 Safety precautions................................................................................................81
1 Introduction
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1Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a SATO WS printer. This manual provides
information about how to set up and operate your printer, load the media
and solve common problems.
1.1 Features
￭Various interfaces as standard USB, Ethernet, RS232C
￭Easy Operation One-button design for easy control
￭Fast Print Speed Max 6 inches/sec for the WS408 model
￭Wireless LAN Connectivity
￭Bluetooth connectivity
￭External Memory The extra USB port allows you to use a USB flash
drive for storage. This port is also used to install new firmware
automatically from a USB memory drive.
1 Introduction
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TT Model only:
Ribbon core holders.
25mm and 12.5mm.
Small label guide
EU or UK power cable
If any items are missing, please contact your SATO supplier
1.2 Unpacking
Please ensure that all of the following items are included in your package.
SATO WS printer
Quick
Installation
Guide
SATO
Resources
Guide
Power Supply
1 Introduction Understand your printer
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1.3 Understand your printer
1.3.1 WS Direct Thermal (DT) model
LED2
LED1
Feed Button
LAN
RS232
USB A
USB B
Power Jack
Power Switch
Paper Slot
Sharp edge!
Standard DT model
1 Introduction Understand your printer
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WS DT model
Warning The printhead becomes very hot during printing. Do not touch
the printhead or touch around it directly after printing. By doing so you
may get burnt.
Platen Roller
Reflective Sensor
Media Guides
Media Roll Holders
Core Holders
Transmissive Sensor
Thermal Printhead
Thumbscrew
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