QUICK-START
G
UIDE
This Quick-Start Guide covers basic
operation. For detailed operating
instructions, please see the User’s
Manual supplied with the printer.
Thermal Label & Barcode Printer
CLP-8301
For the safe operation of your printer, please read the following important operation and safety instructions
carefully. Failure to observe these precautions can result in personal injury or property damage or, in extreme
situation, serious injury or death.
1. Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners, thinner,
trichloroethylene, benzine, ketone or similar chemicals. Instead use a damp cloth for cleaning, when
the printer is disconnected from the mains supply.
4. Do not use this product near water or where a chemical reaction can occur such as in a laboratory or
where there is a lot of oil, dust, salt or iron particles.
5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. The product may fall, causing serious
damage to the product and people around it.
6. Slots and openings on the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation.
7. To ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, do not block or cover
these openings. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or
other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat source. This
product should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.
8. This product should be operated from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you
are not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local power company.
9. This product is equipped with a three-pronged plug, a plug having a third grounding pin. This plug will
only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug
into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the grounding-type plug.
10. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where the cord will be
walked on. Do not pull on the power cord or data cables or keep them under tension.
11. If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total of the ampere ratings on the
products plugged into the extension cord do not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also, make
sure that the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 7.5 amperes for 220/
240V outlet and 15 amperes for a 120V outlet.
12. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid
of any kind on the product.
13. Except as explained elsewhere in this manual, don’t attempt to service or disassemble this product
yourself. Opening and removing those covers that are marked “Do Not Remove” may expose you to
dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing on those compartments to service personnel.
14. The mains plug on this equipment must be used to disconnect mains power. Please ensure that the
socket outlet is installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
15. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
a. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
b. If liquid, aerosol chemicals or other chemicals have been spilled into the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water or excessive humidity.
d. If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed. Adjust only
those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore
the product to normal operation.
e. If the product has been dropped or knocked or the cabinet has been damaged.
f. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.
16. Discard or safely store the plastic packing bag. This bag should be kept away from children. If the bag
is pulled over child’s head, it may cause suffocation.
17. Make sure if you open the top cover, it is opened all the way. If only partially open, the cover could
slam shut, possibly causing injury.
18. When the cover is open, be careful of the corners of cover. They could cause injury.
19. Do not open the printer during printing.
20. Operate the control panel properly. A careless, rough handling may cause problems or malfunction.
Do not use such sharp-edged tool as a ballpoint for operation.
21. If a problem occurs during printing, stop the printer immediately and unplug the power cord from the
outlet.
22. The contents of this manual may be changed without prior notice.
23. Reproduction, transfer, or transmission of the contents of this manual without prior consent is strictly
prohibited.
24. We are not liable for any damage resulting from the use of the information contained herein, regardless
of errors, omissions, or misprints.
25. We are not liable for any problems resulting from the use of optional products and consumable supplies
other than the designated products contained herein.
26. We are not liable for any damage caused by user’s erroneous use of the printer and inadequate
environment.
27. Data residing in the printer is temporary. Therefore, all data will be lost if power is lost. We are not
liable for any damage or loss of profits caused by data loss due to failures, repairs, inspections, etc.
28. Please contact us if there are any mistakes or ambiguities within this manual.
29. If there are missing or incorrectly collated pages in this manual, contact us to obtain a new manual.
30. Trademarks or registered trademarks of other companies and products are included in this manual.
Citizen acknowledges all trademarks.
COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
FOR EUROPEAN USERS
CE marking shows conformity to the following criteria and provisions:
Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC)/EN60950
EMC Directive (89/336/EEC)/EN55022, EN55024, EN61000-3-2 & EN61000-3-3
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Removing Adhesive Tapes
a. The printer is shipped with adhesive tape in place to hold
the top cover closed. Simply remove the two pieces of
tape on either side of the top cover. Then open the top
cover by lifting up and tipping it backwards.
b. There are two pieces of tape on the right side of the printer
preventing the head release levers from being pressed.
Carefully remove these pieces of tape.
c. Lastly, there is another strip of adhesive tape holding the
mechanism closed for shipping. Remove the tape and
attached paper by carefully peeling from the case. A piece
of paper is also inside the mechanism to protect the
printhead.
Connection to Power
a. Ensure the power switch is turned OFF.
b. Connect the power cord supplied to the printer’s power cord inlet.
c. Insert the plug of the power cord in the AC outlet.
d. Turn the power switch on and the LCD panel on the front of the
printer will display “Power On” and, after a few seconds of testing,
it will display “Ready”.
Connection to a Computer
This product has two interfaces as standard that can be used to receive printing data: a serial
port (RS232C) and a parallel port. An optional internal Ethernet (LAN) port, an internal Wireless
LAN port or enhanced “1284” parallel port can be added by your dealer. With the exception of
a wireless LAN connection, an interface cable is necessary to connect the printer to a computer.
a. With the power turned off, connect one end of the interface cable
to the interface connector on the back of the printer and secure it
with locks or locking screws, where available.
b. Connect the other end of the interface cable to the interface
connector on the computer and secure it with locks or locking
screws, where available.
Caution
Use an AC outlet that accepts a three-pronged plug.
Otherwise, static electricity may be generated and
there will be danger of electric shock.
3
Connection
2
Remove Packing
Power Switch
Power Cord Inlet
PC card socket
(not usually
installed)
Media viewing
window
Embossed pattern
to make opening
easier
Front of printer
Serial Port
Parallel port (or
network card
option)
Blanking plate
Congratulations....
On your choice of a Citizen CLP 8301 label printer.
Please take a moment to read this Quick Start Guide which will familiarise yourself with the
printer and its operation. The printer is a sophisticated but easy-to-use label printer featuring
simple media loading, quick connection and a powerful LCD configuration system.
We will guide you through unpacking of the printer from its carton, connection to your
computer system and installation of the media including a quick self-test of the printer to
ensure it is working.
Safety
But first, please carefully read the safety instructions included in this Quick Start Guide and in
more detail in the user manual. Failure to observe the safety precautions could cause serious
injury or damage to both you and your property.
Unpacking Your Printer
Carefully open the carton and lift out the upper foam damper containing the accessories.
With two hands and, if necessary with someone else’s assistance, lift the printer out of the box
holding the bottom of the printer firmly. Ensure there is space to set the printer down before
you lift it from the packing. Keep the carton, packing materials and printer mechanism
travelling tape for future shipment.
In some cases, your supplier or Citizen may have added extra items required for your particular
installation such as additional CD-ROM, cable or manuals. Instructions for each of these
items will be included within the individual packages.
If you have any questions, or if you find any of the items are missing, please initially refer back
to your supplier. Otherwise, contact details for our offices are shown on the back page of this
Quick Start Guide.
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Read This First !
Carton Contents - Accessories
Windows
®
Driver Installation
If you are using Windows
®
98, NT4, 2000, XP or 2003 or any newer versions of Windows
®
, the
latest printer drivers will usually be supplied on CD in the box by your dealer. If the drivers are
not included with the printer, you can download the latest version free-of-charge from our web
site, details of which are on the back of this Quick Start Guide.
Under the latest versions of Windows
®
, the computer will often automatically detect the
presence of the printer. Therefore it is advisable to download the drivers from our web site
before installing the printer so the files are ready for installation. Follow any on-screen instruction
and also instructions supplied with any additional CD-ROM or floppy disk included with your
printer.
Your supplier will assist you with the correct drivers and software which are compatible with
your particular computer system if you are not using Windows
®
. Windows
®
is a trademark of
Microsoft
®
Corporation.
For Further Information . . .
For further information and more detailed instructions on the use of
your new printer, please refer to the complete user manual accompanying
your printer.
Alternatively, please contact one of our local sales offices:
Citizen Systems Europe GmbH
Mettinger Strasse 11
D-73728 Esslingen
Germany
Tel: +49 (0) 711 3906 400
http://www.citizen-europe.com
Citizen Systems Europe UK
Park House, 643-651 Staines Road
Feltham, Middlesex, TW14 8PA
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0) 20 8893 1900
http://www.citizen-europe.com
Citizen America Corporation
2102 Alton Parkway, Unit A
Irvine, CA 92606. U.S.A.
Tel: (949) 428-3700
http://www.citizen-america.com
Ribbon bobbins
(2 pieces)
Sample ribbon
Cardboard core
Power cord
User Manual
Sample media
Head
cleaning pen
Media holder disks
(2 pieces)
Media holder shaft
Upper foam damper including
accessories, detailed above
Printer
Lower foam damper
(This does not need to be
removed from the carton)
Carton
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