BIXOLON SRP-500 User Manual

User’s Manual
SRP-500
Inkjet Printer
Rev. 1.05
http://www.bixolon.com

BIXOLON SRP-500 Specifications

General

Type	POS printer
Print speed	6.5 lps
Print technology	Dot matrix
Maximum resolution	208 x 96 DPI
Dimensions (WxDxH)	177 x 256 x 152 mm
Flash memory	8 MB
Built-in barcodes	CODABAR (NW-7), EAN13, EAN8, ITF-14, UPC-A, UPC-E
Autocutter durability	1.5 million cuts
Product color	Ivory
Maximum roll diameter	83 mm
Supported paper width	76.5 mm
Serial interface	Yes
Standard interfaces	Serial
Serial ports quantity	1
Connectivity technology	Wired
Operating temperature (T-T)	0 - 45 °C
Power source type	AC

Summary

Safety Precautions

Warning

Violating these instructions can cause serious injury or death.

Safety Precautions (Continued)

Caution

Violating these instructions can cause slight wounds or damage the appliance.

EMC and Safety Standards Applied

Warning

Connection of a non-shielded interface cable invalidates EMC standards.

CE Marking

Printer conforms to relevant EU Directives and Norms for electromagnetic compatibility.

Waste Electrical and Electric Equipment (WEEE)

Guidelines for the proper disposal and recycling of electronic waste.

Label Material

Details on the materials used for product labels.

Introduction

Front View

Illustrates and labels the external front components of the printer.

Rear View

Illustrates and labels the external rear components of the printer.

Printer Dimensions

Key Features

1. Setting Up the Printer

1-1 Unpacking

Lists the items included in the printer's packaging.

1. Setting Up the Printer (Continued)

1-2 Choosing a Place for the Printer

Guidelines for selecting a suitable and safe location for printer installation.

1. Setting Up the Printer (Continued)

1-3 Using the Control Panel

Explains the function of LEDs and buttons on the printer's control panel.

2. Connecting the Cables

2-1 Connect the AC Adapter

Step-by-step instructions for connecting the AC power adapter to the printer.

2. Connecting the Cables (Continued)

2-2 Connecting the Interface Cable

Instructions for connecting the printer to a host computer via interface cable.

3. Setting the DIP Switches

3. Setting the DIP Switches (Continued)

3-1 Serial Interface (RS232C)

Details DIP switch configurations for serial communication.

3. Setting the DIP Switches (Continued)

3-2 Parallel / USB Interface (Parallel-IEEE1284)

Details DIP switch configurations for parallel and USB communication.

4. Setting the Memory Switches

4-1 Setting Methods

Describes the procedures for setting the printer's memory switches.

4-2 Memory Switch Description

Explains the functionality and settings of various memory switches.

4. Setting the Memory Switches (Continued)

4-3 Star Emulation

Instructions for configuring memory switches for Star emulation mode.

4. Setting the Memory Switches (Continued)

4-3-2 Memory Switch Description (Star Emulation)

Details memory switch settings and factory defaults for Star emulation.

5. Installing New Ink Cartridges

6. Installing or Replacing Paper Roll

Opening the Rear Cover

Instructions on how to open the printer's rear cover for paper access.

7. Self Test

8. Hexadecimal Dumping

9. Specifications

10. Appendix - Troubleshooting

10-1 Printer Does Not Start Printing

Solutions for troubleshooting issues where the printer fails to power on or print.

10-2 Printer Stops Printing

Steps to resolve problems when the printer stops printing during operation.

10. Appendix - Troubleshooting (Continued)

10-3 Checking Printer Operation

Guidance on how to check the printer's functionality independently.

10-4 Poor Printing Quality

Solutions for addressing issues related to low-quality print output.