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SATO CL608 User Manual

SATO CL608
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CL608/CL612
Thermal Transfer Printers
Service Manual
PN 9001024
Rev. B January 2000
SATO America, Inc.
545 Weddell Drive
Sunnyvale, CA 94089
Industrial Bar Code Printers

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SATO CL608 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Print TechnologyThermal Transfer / Direct Thermal
Operating Temperature41°F to 104°F (5°C to 40°C)
Media TypeLabels, Tags, Die-Cut
Memory8 MB Flash
InterfacesEthernet
Power Supply100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz

Summary

Overview and Specifications

Manual Overview

Provides an introduction to the SATO CL608/CL612 printer service manual.

Printer Physical Characteristics

Details the physical dimensions and power requirements of the printers.

Printer Components

Identifies and describes the main internal and external components of the printer.

Ribbon Specifications

Discusses the type of ribbons to be used with the thermal transfer printers.

Installation Considerations

Provides advice on printer placement and environmental factors for optimal operation.

Printer Switches and Sensors

Identifies and explains the function of various switches and sensors within the printer.

Operator Panel and Displays

Details the functions of the LCD screen, LEDs, and control panel keys.

Optional Accessories

Lists and describes available optional accessories for the printers.

Environment and Approvals

Outlines environmental operating conditions and regulatory approvals.

Printer Specifications

Specifies the printing capabilities, speed, and resolution of the printers.

Media, Sensing, and Ribbon Specs

Details media specifications and ribbon characteristics.

Controls, Signals, and Adjustments

Lists printer controls, signals, and associated adjustments.

Interface Connection Types

Describes the available interface types for connecting the printer.

Printer Processing Specifications

Outlines the internal processing components like CPU, ROM, and DRAM.

Supported Character Fonts

Lists the various matrix, auto-smoothing, and vector fonts supported by the printer.

Bar Codes and Printer Features

Details supported symbologies and additional printer features.

Configuration

Dip Switch Configuration

Explains the location and purpose of dip switches for printer configuration.

Default Printer Settings

Describes the default switch selections and software settings for the printer.

Control Panel Adjustments

Outlines procedures for accessing various printer adjustments using the control panel.

Advanced Mode Settings and Adjustments

Explains how to enter and use advanced mode for printer settings and adjustments.

Printing Test Labels

Provides instructions on how to print test labels to verify settings.

Interface Specifications

Interface Specifications Overview

Introduces the interface specifications for the CL608/CL612 printers.

Supported Interface Types

Describes the different types of interfaces available for connecting the printers.

Receive Buffer Functionality

Explains the printer's receive buffer functionality for data handling.

RS232C Serial Interface Details

Details the general specifications for the RS232C serial interface.

RS232 Dip Switch Settings

Details the dip switch settings for configuring the RS232 serial interface.

Centronics Parallel Interface Details

Outlines the specifications for the Centronics parallel interface.

Accessory Connector Information

Describes the accessory connector and its pin assignments for external devices.

Electrical Checks and Adjustments

Electrical Checks Overview

Introduces the chapter on electrical checks and adjustments for the printers.

Preparation for Procedures

Details preparatory steps required before performing adjustments.

Power Supply Voltage Checks

Explains how to check the printer's power supply voltages.

Potentiometer Assignments

Lists the assignments of potentiometers for various adjustments.

Pitch Potentiometer User Adjustment

Provides instructions for user adjustment of the pitch potentiometer.

Offset Adjustment User Adjustment

Details the procedure for user adjustment of the offset.

Label Gap Adjustment Procedure

Explains how to adjust the label gap for proper media sensing.

Eye-Mark Sensor Adjustment

Guides the user through adjusting the eye-mark sensor for label detection.

Ribbon Sensor Adjustment Procedure

Provides steps for adjusting the ribbon sensor.

LCD Display Contrast Adjustment

Details how to adjust the contrast of the LCD display.

Print Darkness Adjustment

Explains how to adjust the print darkness for optimal print quality.

Mechanical Adjustments

Mechanical Adjustments Overview

Introduces the mechanical sub-assemblies and adjustments for the printers.

Ribbon Clutch Tension Adjustments

Covers adjustments for ribbon unwind and rewind clutch tensions.

Print Head Horizontal Position Adjustment

Guides on adjusting the print head's horizontal position.

Print Head Balance Adjustment

Details how to adjust the print head for even density across its width.

Ribbon Roller Alignment

Explains how to adjust the ribbon rollers for proper ribbon movement.

Ribbon Tension Balance Adjustment

Describes how to balance ribbon tension to prevent wrinkles.

Feed Roller Adjustment for Label Tracking

Provides instructions for adjusting feed rollers for accurate label tracking.

Timing Belt Tension Adjustment

Details how to adjust the tension of the timing belts.

Head Latch Adjustment Procedure

Explains how to adjust the head latch for proper print head engagement.

Notch/Gap Sensor Adjustment

Guides on adjusting the notch/gap sensor for label detection.

Replacement Procedures

Replacement Procedures Overview

Lists the replaceable components and sub-assemblies covered in this section.

Main Circuit Board Replacement

Provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the main circuit board.

Fuse Replacement Procedure

Details the procedure for replacing the printer's fuses.

Power Supply Replacement

Provides instructions for replacing the printer's power supply unit.

Stepper Motor Replacement

Outlines the steps for replacing the stepper motor.

Timing Belts Replacement

Details the procedure for replacing the timing belts.

Print Head Replacement

Provides instructions for replacing the print head assembly.

Platen Roller Replacement

Details the procedure for replacing the printer's platen roller.

Ribbon Drive Clutch Washer Replacement

Explains how to replace the ribbon drive clutch washers.

Ribbon Motion Sensor Replacement

Provides instructions for replacing the ribbon motion sensor.

Paper End Switch and Sensor Replacement

Details replacing the paper end switch and bottom halves of sensors.

Top Notch/Gap Sensor Replacement

Provides instructions for replacing the top half of the notch/gap sensor.

Display Panel or Keypad Replacement

Details the procedure for replacing the display panel or keypad.

Factory Resets

Factory Resets Overview

Introduces the factory reset modes available for the printer.

Factory Test Print Procedure

Explains how to perform a factory test print without resetting the printer.

EEPROM Data Clearing

Details the procedure for clearing all settings from the EEPROM.

Head Counter Clearing

Provides instructions for clearing the head counters.

Cutter Counter Reset

Explains how to reset the cutter counter.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Introduction

Introduces the troubleshooting section and its contents.

Initial Troubleshooting Checklist

Lists initial checks to perform before troubleshooting.

Centronics Interface Troubleshooting

Guides on troubleshooting issues with the Centronics parallel interface.

RS232C Interface Troubleshooting

Provides guidance on troubleshooting the RS232C serial interface.

Printer Error Signals and Indicators

Lists printer error signals, LED indications, and audible beeps.

Troubleshooting Symptom Tables

Presents tables of common symptoms, probable causes, and corrective actions.

Print Head Pattern Analysis

Shows examples of good and bad head patterns for diagnosis.

Addendum

Addendum Introduction

Summarizes the addendum content, noting differences for earlier serial numbers.

Model Notable Differences

Highlights key differences between early and later models of the printers.

Main Circuit Board Replacement (Early Models)

Provides instructions for replacing the main circuit board on earlier models.

Fuse Replacement (Early Models)

Details fuse replacement procedures for earlier models.

Power Supply Replacement (Early Models)

Outlines steps for replacing the power supply on earlier models.

Memory Board Installation

Provides instructions for installing a memory board.

Print Head Replacement (Early Models)

Details the procedure for replacing the print head on earlier models.

Top Notch/Gap Sensor Replacement (Early Models)

Provides instructions for replacing the top half of the notch/gap sensor.

Paper End Switch and Sensor Replacement (Early Models)

Details replacing paper end switch and sensor bottom halves.

Power Supply Checks (Early Models)

Details procedures for checking power supply voltages on earlier models.

Potentiometer Assignments (Early Models)

Lists potentiometer assignments for earlier models.

Gap/See Through Sensor Adjustment

Explains how to check and adjust the gap/see-through sensor.

Pitch Sensor Adjustment (Eye-Mark)

Guides on adjusting the pitch sensor for eye-mark tags.

Ribbon Sensor Adjustment Procedure

Details how to adjust the ribbon sensor.

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