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UP-D72XR

Instructions for Use

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Owner's RecordThe model and serial numbers are located at the rear. Record these numbers in the space provided below.Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. ____________________Serial No. ____________________

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

No modification of this equipment is allowed.

THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.

To disconnect the main power, unplug the power plug.When installing the unit, incorporate a readily accessible disconnect device in the fixed wiring, or connect the power plug to an easily accessible socket-outlet near the unit.Do not position the ME equipment where it is difficult to unplug the power plug.If a fault should occur during operation of the unit, operate the disconnect device to switch the power supply off, or unplug the power plug.

For the customers in the U.S.A.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 instruction manual, 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.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

All interface cables used to connect peripherals must be shielded in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

For the customers in Canada This unit has been certified according to Standard CAN/CSA-C22.2 No.60601-1.

For the customers in the U.S.A and CanadaModel UP-D72XR is Non-Patient Equipment.This unit can not be used in the vicinity of patients.

* Patient Vicinity

When you use this product connected to 240 V single phase, be sure to connect this product to a center tapped circuit.

Important safeguards/notices for use in the medical environments1. All the equipments connected to this unit shall be

certified according to Standard IEC60601-1, IEC60950-1, IEC60065 or other IEC/ISO Standards applicable to the equipments.

2. Furthermore all configurations shall comply with the system standard IEC60601-1-1. Everybody who connects additional equipment to the signal input part or signal output part configures a medical system, and is therefore, responsible that the system complies with the requirements of the system standard IEC60601-1-1. If in doubt, consult the qualified service personnel.

WARNING

Symbols on the productsThis symbol indicates the equipotential terminal which brings the various parts of a system to the same potential.

This symbol indicates the manufacturer, and appears next to the manufacturer’s name and address.

R1.83

m

(6 fe

et)

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This unit can not be used in the patient environment.

* Patient Environment.

3. Do not touch the patient simultaneously while you are contacting with this equipment.

4. For this particular equipment, all accessory equipment connected as noted above, must be connected to mains via an additional isolation transformer conforming with the construction requirements of IEC60601-1 and providing at least Basic Insulation.

5. The leakage current could increase when connected to other equipment.

6. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. If it is not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, it may cause interference to other equipment. If this unit causes interference (which can be determined by unplugging the power cord from the unit), try these measures: Relocate the unit with respect to the susceptible equipment. Plug this unit and the susceptible equipment into different branch circuit.

Consult your dealer. (According to standard IEC60601-1-2 and CISPR11, Class B, Group 1)

R1.5m

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Important EMC notices for use in the medical environments• The UP-D72XR needs special precautions regarding

EMC and needs to be installed and put into service according to the EMC information provided in this instructions for use.

• The portable and mobile RF communications equipment such as cellular phones can affect the UP-D72XR.

WarningThe use of accessories and cables other than those specified, with the exception of replacement parts sold by Sony Corporation, may result in increased emissions or decreased immunity of the UP-D72XR.

WarningIf the UP-D72XR should be used adjacent to or stacked with other equipment, it should be observed to verify normal operation in the configuration in which it will be used.

Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration-electromagnetic emissions

The UP-D72XR is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below.The customer or the user of the UP-D72XR should assure that it is used in such an environment.

Emission test Compliance Electromagnetic environment-guidance

RF emissions

CISPR 11 Group 1

The UP-D72XR uses RF energy only for its internal function. Therefore, its RF emissions are very low and are not likely to cause any interference in nearby electronic equipment.

RF emissions

CISPR 11Class B

The UP-D72XR is suitable for use in all establishments, including domestic establishments and those directly connected to the public low-voltage power supply network that supplies buildings used for domestic purposes.Harmonic emissions

IEC 61000-3-2Class A

Voltage fluctuations/flicker emissions

IEC 61000-3-3

Complies

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Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration - electromagnetic immunity

The UP-D72XR is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the UP-D72XR should assure that it is used in such as environment.

Immunity test IEC 60601 test level Compliance level Electromagnetic environment-guidance

Electrostatic discharge (ESD)

IEC 61000-4-2

±6 kV contact

±8 kV air

±6 kV contact

±8 kV air

Floors should be wood, concrete or ceramic tile. If floors are covered with synthetic material, the relative humidity should be at least 30%.

Electrical fast transient/burst

IEC 61000-4-4

±2 kV for power supply lines

±1 kV for input/output lines

±2 kV for power supply lines

±1 kV for input/output lines

Mains power quality should be that of a typical commercial or hospital environment.

Surge

IEC 61000-4-5

±1 kV differential mode

±2 kV common mode

±1 kV differential mode

±2 kV common mode

Mains power quality should be that of a typical commercial or hospital environment.

Voltage dips, short interruptions and voltage variations on power supply input lines

IEC 61000-4-11

< 5% UT (> 95% dip in UT) for 0.5 cycle

40% UT (60% dip in UT) for 5 cycles


< 5% UT (> 95% dip in UT) for 5 sec

< 5% UT (> 95% dip in UT) for 0.5 cycle



< 5% UT (> 95% dip in UT) for 5 sec

Mains power quality should be that of a typical commercial or hospital environment. If the user of the UP-D72XR requires continued operation during power mains interruptions, it is recommended that the UP-D72XR be powered from an uninterruptible power supply or a battery.

Power frequency (50/60 Hz) magnetic field

IEC 61000-4-8

3 A/m 3 A/m Power frequency magnetic fields should be at least characteristic of a typical location in a typical commercial or hospital environment.

NOTE: UT is the a.c. mains voltage prior to application of the test level.

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Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration - electromagnetic immunity

The UP-D72XR is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the UP-D72XR should assure that it is used in such as environment.

Immunity test IEC 60601 test level Compliance level Electromagnetic environment-guidance

Conducted RF

IEC 61000-4-6

Radiated RF

IEC 61000-4-3

3 Vrms

150 kHz to 80 MHz

3 V/m

80 MHz to 2.5 GHz

3 Vrms

3 V/m

Portable and mobile RF communications equipment should be used no closer to any part of the UP-D72XR, including cables, than the recommended separation distance calculated from the equation appliance to the frequency of the transmitter.

Recommended separation distance

d = 1.2 √P

d = 1.2 √P 80 MHz to 800 MHz

d = 2.3 √P 800 MHz to 2.5 GHz

Where P is the maximum output power rating of the transmitter in watts (W) according to the transmitter manufacturer and d is the recommended separation distance in meters (m).

Field strengths from fixed RF transmitters, as determined by an electromagnetic site survey, a should be less than the compliance level in each frequency range. b

Interference may occur in the vicinity of equipment marked with following symbol:

NOTE 1: At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the higher frequency range applies.

NOTE 2: These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption and reflection from structures, objects and people.

a Field strengths from fixed transmitters, such as base stations for radio (cellular/cordless) telephones and land mobile radios, amateur radio, AM and FM radio broadcast and TV broadcast cannot be predicted theoretically with accuracy. To assess the electromagnetic environment due to fixed RF transmitters, an electromagnetic site survey should be considered. If the measured field strength in the location in which the UP-D72XR is used exceeds the applicable RF compliance level above, the UP-D72XR should be observed to verify normal operation. If abnormal performance is observed, additional measures may be necessary, such as reorienting or relocating the UP-D72XR.

b Over the frequency range 150 kHz to 80 MHz, field strengths should be less than 3 V/m.

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CautionWhen you dispose of the unit or accessories, you must obey the law in the relative area or country and the regulation in the relative hospital.

Warning on power connectionUse a proper power cord for your local power supply.

1. Use the approved Power Cord (3-core mains lead) / Appliance Connector / Plug with earthing-contacts that conforms to the safety regulations of each country if applicable.

2. Use the Power Cord (3-core mains lead) / Appliance Connector /Plug conforming to the proper ratings (Voltage, Ampere).

If you have questions on the use of the above Power Cord/Appliance Connector/Plug, please consult a qualified service personnel.

Warning on power connection for medical usePlease use the following power supply cord.With connectors (plug or female) and cord types other than those indicated in this table, use the power supply cord that is approved for use in your area.

*Note: Grounding reliability can only be achieved when the equip-ment is connected to an equivalent receptacle marked ‘Hospital Only’ or ‘Hospital Grade’.

For the customers in EuropeThis product has been manufactured by or on behalf of Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. Inquiries related to product compliance based on European Union legislation shall be addressed to the authorized representative, Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters, please refer to the addresses provided in the separate service or guarantee documents.

Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications equipment and the UP-D72XR

The UP-D72XR is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of the UP-D72XR can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (Transmitters) and the UP-D72XR as recommended below, according to the maximum output power of the communications equipment.

Rated maximum output power of transmitter W

Separation distance according to frequency of transmitter m

150 kHz to 80 MHzd = 1.2 √P

80 MHz to 800 MHzd = 1.2 √P

800 MHz to 2.5 GHzd = 2.3 √P

0.01 0.12 0.12 0.23

0.1 0.38 0.38 0.73

1 1.2 1.2 2.3

10 3.8 3.8 7.3

100 12 12 23

For transmitters rated a maximum output power not listed above, the recommended separation distance d in meters (m) can be estimated using the equation applicable to the frequency of the transmitter, where P is the maximum output power rating of the transmitter in watts (W) according to the transmitter manufacturer.

NOTE 1: At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the separation distance for the higher frequency range applies.

NOTE 2: These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption and reflection from structures, objects and people.

United States and Canada

Plug Type HOSPITAL GRADE*

Cord Type Min.Type SJTMin.18 AWG

Minimum Rating for Plug and Appliance Couplers

10 A/125 V

Safety Approval UL Listed and CSA

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Table of Contents

IntroductionFeatures .................................................................. 9Location and Function of Parts and Controls .... 9

Front ................................................................... 9Rear .................................................................. 10

PreparationSupplied Accessories ........................................... 11Connections .......................................................... 12

OperationLoading Paper ..................................................... 13

Recommended Paper ........................................ 13Loading Paper .................................................. 13

Printing ................................................................. 15Setting the Print Quantity .................................. 16Menu Operation .................................................. 17

Adjusting Printout Quality ............................... 17Setting the Margin Print Option ....................... 18Setting the Mirror Print Mode .......................... 19

MiscellaneousPrecautions ........................................................... 20

Safety ............................................................... 20Installation ........................................................ 20Condensation .................................................... 20Transporting the Printer ................................... 20Cleaning ........................................................... 20

Specifications ....................................................... 23Messages ............................................................... 24

Error Messages ................................................. 24Other Messages ................................................ 24

Troubleshooting ................................................... 25If Damage is Suspected .................................... 25If the Paper Jams .............................................. 25

Index ..................................................................... 27

Introduction

Features / Location and Function of Parts and Controls 9

Introduction

FeaturesThe Sony UP-D72XR Digital Film Imager is a thermal printer designed to reproduce images transferred from the computer via the high-speed interface on a thermal film or thermal paper. You can print out image data with high picture quality, in high resolution (300dpi) and 512 shades of gray color at high speed (about 40 seconds).

Location and Function of Parts and ControlsFor details, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses.

Front

A Printer window display (15, 16, 17, 18, 21)Displays status messages. When setting the print quantity, the PRINT QTY (print quantity setting) menu is displayed. For menu-based operations, the GRAPHICS (printout adjust) menu, MARGIN PRINT (margin print setting) menu or MIRROR menu is displayed here.Also, you can clean the thermal head following the instruction message displayed here.If an error occurs, a corresponding error message is displayed.

B ALARM indicator (24)Lights in orange when the print paper has been used up, the paper jams, or another problem occurs.

C PRINT QTY (print quantity setting) button (16)Press this button to display or close the print quantity setting menu in the printer window display.

D MENU button (17, 18, 21)Press this button to display or close the GRAPHICS, MARGIN PRINT or MIRROR menu. Also, press this button when cleaning the thermal head.

Introduction

Location and Function of Parts and Controls10

E G, g, F, f (Cursor control) buttons (16, 17, 18, 21)Use these buttons to increase or decrease a value or level shown on the menu, or to scroll up and down through a menu.

F EXEC button (15, 21)Press this button to carry out cleaning or cancel the error status after solving the problem.

G PRINT button (15)Press this button to print the image data stored in the memory of the printer again.

H ! POWER switch (15, 21)Press to turn the printer on or off.

I EJECT TRAY button (13, 25)Press this button to eject the paper tray.

J Paper output slot (13, 25)Printed pages (or printouts) are ejected here.

K Paper tray (13, 25)Load paper or film into this tray. Also, ejected printed pages are accumulated on the cover of this tray.

L Remaining paper confirmation windowYou can confirm the amount of paper remaining in the paper tray here.

M Maintenance door (21)Open this door when cleaning the thermal head.

Rear

A PARALLEL DATA (IEEE1284) connector (Amphenol 36-pin) (12)Used to connect a computer and so on via the parallel interface, using the parallel interface cable. (not supplied)

B Special connectorCurrently, this connector is not used. It is reserved for future use.

C Cable stopperFixes the interface cable to prevent it from being disconnected.

D Fan cover (22)Ventilation holes are located under this fan cover which is provided to prevent the printer from overheating.

E Equipotential ground terminal Used to connect to the equipotential plug to bring the various parts of a system to the same potential.See “Important safeguards/notices for use in the medical environments” on page 2.

F - AC IN connector (12)Used to connect the unit to a wall outlet, using the AC power cord.Refer to “Warning on power connection” on page 7 and “Warning on power connection for medical use” on page 7.

Preparation

Supplied Accessories 11

Preparation

Supplied AccessoriesThis printer is packed together with the following accessories. Check that nothing is missing from your package.

Note

Retain the original carton and packing materials in case you have to transport this unit in the future.

To attach the tray guide cover to the printerInsert the tray guide cover to the slits until it stops.

Paper tray (1)

Warranty card (1) (for the customers in the U.S.A. and Canada only)CD-ROM (1)Thermal head cleaning kit (1)Cleaning sheets (2)AC power cord (1) a)

Floppy disk (1) b)

Connecting cable (1) c)

Operation Guide (1) Service Contact List (1)

a) When you use the printer in the U.S.A. or Canada, use the AC power cord supplied. When you use the printer in a country other than the U.S.A. or Canada, use the proper AC power cord for your local power system.

b) Keep this floppy disk, since it is required when repairing.c) This connecting cable is to be used for the special

connector which is reserved for future use.

Tray guide cover (1)

Slits

Preparation

Connections12

ConnectionsThe printer can connect to a computer and so on via the parallel (IEEE 1284) interface.

Notes

• Connect the AC power cord last.• When you use the printer in the U.S.A. or Canada, use

the AC power cord supplied. When you use the printer in a country other than the U.S.A. or Canada, use the proper AC power cord for your local power system.

• Before connecting the AC power cord, make sure to turn off the power switches on your computer and any peripheral equipment.

• Be sure to connect one printer to one computer. Do not connect two computers to one printer.

• Do not connect the computer to both the PARALLEL DATA connector and the special connector of the printer at the same time.

• Grasp the connector at the end of the cable, and firmly insert it into the socket.

• The parallel data cable should be less than 3 meters long and should conform to the IEEE1284 specifications for printer cables.

• Cable connection requirements vary depending on computers and peripherals. For the details of your installation, please refer to the manuals for your computer and peripherals.

to -AC IN to PARALLEL DATA

Parallel data cable (shielded type)AC power

cord

Computer

to wall outlet

Operation

Loading Paper 13

Operation

Loading Paper

Recommended Paper

Do not re-useDoing so may result in malfunction and negatively affect printing results.

The following printing packs are made especially for the UP-D72XR. In this manual, “paper” is used for information on both the blue thermal film printing pack and thermal paper printing pack. Whenever they must be discriminated, this manual clearly describes the differences.• UPT-735BL Blue Thermal Film printing pack

Contains blue thermal transparent film.100 sheets of 8 × 10 inches size film

• UPP-725 Thermal Paper printing packContains thermal paper.100 sheets of 8 × 10 inches size paper

Be sure to use paper made expressly for the UP-D72XR. If you use other paper, the quality of the printout cannot be guaranteed. Use of another type of paper may also cause malfunction of the printer.

Loading PaperFollow the steps below to load the print paper. When you use the printer for the first time, start from step 2.

Notes

• When loading paper on the paper tray, do not turn off the power. If you turn off the power, the image data stored in the memory will be lost.

• When handling the paper, do not touch the printing surface. Dust, finger prints, or sweat are likely to cause unsatisfactory printing.

1 Push the EJECT TRAY button on the front panel.The paper tray is ejected.

2 Open the paper tray cover by putting your fingers in the grooves on both sides of the paper tray, and pulling it upward in the direction of the arrow.

Note

If the old printing surface protection sheet remains in the paper tray, remove it.

3 Place the paper in the paper tray so that the printing surface faces down, with the printing surface protection sheet on the bottom.

When loading UPT-735BL Blue Thermal Film

Push the EJECT TRAY button.

Blue thermal film: place the film sheets in the paper tray with the printing surface facing down.

Squared-off corner

Printing surface protection sheet

Front

Operation

Loading Paper14

When loading UPP-725 Thermal Paper

Notes

• The paper tray holds up to 100 sheets of paper. If you exceed this limit, paper jams may occur.

• Do not mix paper of different types.• When adding paper to the paper tray, remove the

printing surface protection sheet of the new paper and place the new paper on the top of the paper already in the paper tray.

• Load the paper so that it lays flat in the paper tray. If the paper is curled, it will overflow the paper tray and the printing position may shift. If this happens, load fewer sheets in the paper tray.

4 Close the tray cover and slide the paper tray into the printer until it clicks into place.

Notes on storing the paper• Do not leave the paper in direct sunlight or bright

room light. Store in a dark area at low temperature (30°C (80°F) or lower) and low humidity. We recommend storing the paper in a polypropylene pouch in a cabinet.

• Do not allow any volatile organic solvent such as alcohol to come in contact with the paper. Be careful when storing the paper.

• Do not stack paper on or under a freshly developed diazo copy sheet as this could cause the film to turn black.

• Use the original package for storing unused paper.Thermal paper: place the sheets in the paper tray with the printing surface facing down.

Printing surface protection sheet

Front

Operation

Printing 15

PrintingBefore printing• Ensure that the printer is properly connected to the

computer (page 12).• Ensure that the paper is properly loaded in the paper

tray (page 13).

1 Turn on the power of the printer and computer. After a few seconds, the printer window display should appear as shown here. When READY is displayed, the printer is ready to print.

Note

Do not turn the computer on or off while it is accessing a hard or other disk.

2 Send the image data from the computer and so on to the printer, then enter the print command or press the PRINT button of the printer.

1 While the printer is receiving image data from the computer, the following message appears:

The data is stored in the memory of the printer.

2 The stored image data is printed as soon as the print command is entered from the computer or the PRINT button of the printer is pressed.

3 It takes about 40 seconds for a printout to emerge from the paper outlet. Once printing has been completed, the printer returns to standby status.

Notes

• While printing, do not remove the paper tray pressing the EJECT TRAY button or do not open the maintenance door.

• Do not pull the paper out until the printer finishes printing.

• To prevent paper jamming, do not allow more than 10 printouts to remain on the paper cover.

To reprint an imageExecute the print operation using the print menu of the computer again or press the PRINT button of the printer. The image data stored in the memory is printed again.

When one of the following messages, “REMOVE FILM AND PUSH [EXEC]”, “REMOVE PAPER AND PUSH [EXEC]”, or “PLEASE CLEAN” appears:If you place the paper or film in the paper tray with its printing surface facing up, REMOVE FILM AND PUSH [EXEC] appears when the blue thermal film is used, and “REMOVE PAPER AND PUSH [EXEC] appears when the thermal paper is used. In such a case, remove the paper and then re-load it correctly, and then push the EXEC button. The message disappears. When the image is printed on the wrong side of the paper, it is recommended that you clean the

Printer window display 2 1

Print quantityThe display changes according to the printing pack currently loaded in the tray.PAPER: when the UPP-725 Thermal Paper printing pack is loaded.FILM: when the UPT-735BL Blue Thermal Film printing pack is loaded.

Indicates that the printer is printing.

Operation

Setting the Print Quantity16

thermal head with the thermal head cleaning kit (supplied). Also, “PLEASE CLEAN” appears whenever the number of printed sheets reaches 500 sheets. Clean the thermal head.For detailed information on how to clean the thermal head, see “Cleaning the thermal head” on page 20.

If the printer does not printThe printer will fail to print in the following cases:• An error message is displayed in the printer window

display. Take remedies according to “Messages” on page 24.

• When the printer is turned off, transferred image is erased from memory, so there is nothing to print. Send the image data to the printer again to print it.

Notes on storing your printouts• Do not leave the printouts in direct sunlight or bright

room light. Store in a dark area at low temperature (30°C (80°F) or lower) and low humidity. We recommend storing the printouts in a polypropylene pouch in a cabinet.

• Do not allow any volatile organic solvent such as alcohol to come in contact with the printouts. Adhesion to cellophane tape or PVC will cause fading of the printout. Be careful when storing the printouts.

• Do not stack the printouts on or under a freshly developed diazo copy sheet as this could cause the film to turn black.

Setting the Print QuantityYou can set a print quantity value of up to 10 copies before or during printing.

1 Press the PRINT QTY button.The print quantity setting menu is displayed in the printer window display.

2 Set the quantity by pressing the G or g button.G: The number decreases.g: The number increases.When you keep the button pressed, the number changes quickly.

3 To exit from the print quantity setting menu, press the PRINT QTY button again.

1, 2 3

The display changes according to the printing pack currently loaded in the tray.PAPER: when the UPP-725 Thermal Paper printing pack is loaded.FILM: when the UPT-735BL Blue Thermal Film printing pack is loaded.

This number changes.

Operation

Menu Operation 17

The printer window display returns to standby status and you can print the number of copies based on the new setting.

When the printer runs out of paper during printingLoad more paper in the paper tray and press the PRINT button. The printer prints the remaining copies.

Notes

• When you turn off the power, the print quantity setting is reset to 1.

• The “QTY” value in the printer window display decreases each time one printout comes out to indicate the remaining copies to be printed.

Menu OperationYou can set the following items using the relevant menu:• Adjusting printout quality• Setting the margin print option• Setting the mirror functionBesides the above menus, there is a cleaning menu. For detailed information on this menu, see “Cleaning the thermal head” on page 20.

Notes

• The next printout will be printed with the values most recently set. You cannot adjust the setting during printing. Once you have adjusted and stored the settings, the printer operates according to those settings until their values are modified.

• If you do not press any button for approximately 15 seconds after pressing the MENU button, the printer is automatically reset to standby status.

Adjusting Printout QualityYou can adjust the picture quality of a printout with the MENU button before printing.

1 Press the MENU button.

2 Display the GRAPHICS menu by pressing the F or f button, then press the g button.The printer enters the printout adjustment mode.The first item of the printout adjustment menu (DARK) appears in the printer window display. The default or preset level is shown both as a value and graphically.

New setting

1, 4 2, 3

Default level (or preset level)

Operation

Menu Operation18

3 Perform the desired adjustment.

1 Select the item to be adjusted by using the F or f button.F: Scrolls up to the previous item.f: Scrolls down to the next item.

2 Adjust the level by pressing the G or g button.You can adjust the level of the tone for DARK and LIGHT and GAMMA ADJ of the half tone between –32 to +32. The center of the graph and the value 0 is the standard level.g: Increases the level (up to +32).G: Decreases the level (down to –32).The SHARPNESS can be adjusted among 4 levels: NONE /LOW/MIDDLE/HIGH.

Example: To set the level of DARK to 12Press the g button twelve times.

4 Press the MENU button again to exit from the printout adjust menu.The printer returns to standby status.

Setting the Margin Print OptionYou can set whether the right and left margins of the printout are to be printed or not.


2 Display the MARGIN PRINT menu on the printer window display by pressing the F or f button, then press the g button.The MARGIN PRINT menu appears.The printer enters the margin print setting mode.

3 Select the desired setting by using the F or f button.

If you select ON, go onto step 4. If you select OFF, skip to step 5.

Adjustment item

Adjustment

Tone DARK Adjust the dark areas of the images

LIGHT Adjust the light areas of the images

Sharpness SHARPNESS Adjust the sharpness of the outlines of the image.

Half tone GAMMA ADJ

Adjust the density of the half tones.

The value changes.

Moves to the level 12 position.

Desired margin print option Select

To print the margin. ON

To leave the margin blank (i.e., unprinted).

OFF

1, 5 2, 3, 4

Position < > over the desired setting by pressing the F or f button. The setting which is not selected is displayed in small letters.

This is displayed when ON is selected.

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Menu Operation 19

4 Set the print density of the margin by pressing the G or g button.

You can set the print density to any of 256 steps from 00 to FF.G: The print density becomes lighter (up to 00).g: The print density becomes darker (up to FF).

5 To exit from the margin print setting mode, press the MENU button again.The printer returns to standby status.

Setting the Mirror Print ModeYou can print image data transferred from the computer in right or left reverse (mirror) mode.


2 Display the MIRROR menu on the printer window display by pressing the F or f button, then press the g button.The MIRROR menu appears.The printer enters the mirror print setting mode.

3 Select the desired setting by using the F or f button.

4 To exit from the mirror print setting mode, press the MENU button again.The printer returns to standby status.

Display the desired print density of the margin print area by pressing the G or g button.

1, 4 2, 3

Position < > over the desired setting by pressing the F or f button. The setting which is selected is displayed in capital letters.

Print mode Select

To print the image in mirror mode.

ON

To print the image in the normal direction.

OFF

Miscellaneous

Precautions20

Miscellaneous

Precautions

Safety• Operate the printer using the power source specified in

“Specifications” on page 23.• Be careful not to damage the AC power cord by

placing or dropping heavy objects on it; it is dangerous to use the unit with a damaged AC power cord.

• If you do not intend to use the unit for a long time, disconnect the AC power cord.

• Unplug the AC power cord by grasping the plug, not the cable itself.

• Do not disassemble the unit.• Do not remove the cover. There is a danger of electric

shock from the internal parts.• Be careful not to spill water or other liquids on the

unit, or to allow combustible or metallic material to enter the cabinet. If used with foreign matter in the cabinet, the unit is liable to fail, or present a risk of fire or electric shock.

• If the unit malfunctions or if a foreign body falls into the cabinet, disconnect the power immediately and consult your dealer.

Installation• Avoid placing the unit in a location subject to:

– mechanical vibration– high humidity– excessive dust– direct or excessive sunlight– extremely high or low temperatures

• Ventilation holes are provided to prevent the unit from overheating. Be careful not to obstruct them with other units or by covering the unit with a cloth etc.

Condensation• If the printer is subjected to wide and sudden changes

in temperature, such as when it is moved from a cold room to a warm room or when it is left in a room with a heater that tends to produce large amounts of moisture, condensation may form inside the printer. In such cases the printer will probably not work properly, and may even develop a fault if you persist in using it. If moisture condensation forms, turn off the power and allow the printer to stand for at least one hour.

• If the paper is subjected to wide and sudden changes in temperature, condensation may form on the paper

in the paper tray. This will cause the printer to malfunction. Also, if the paper is used in this state, spots are likely to appear on the printout.

• To store a half-used package of paper, replace the paper in its original packing and reseal the package. If possible, before using sealed paper, place it, in its sealed package, in a warm room for several hours. Doing so prevents condensation from forming when the paper is removed from its package.

Transporting the PrinterBefore transporting the printer, remove the supplied accessories and then put them back into their original packing. Transporting the printer with the supplied accessories still installed may cause malfunctions.

Cleaning

Cleaning the cabinetClean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft dry cloth, or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of solvent, such as alcohol or benzine, which may damage the finish.

Note

Be sure to turn off the power of the printer before cleaning it.

Cleaning the thermal headClean the thermal head and roller in the following situations using the head cleaning sheet (supplied) and roller cleaning sheet (supplied):• When a vertical white stripe or a scratch appears on

the printoutIf white stripes still appear even though you have cleaned the thermal head and roller with the cleaning sheets, clean the thermal head using the thermal head cleaning kit (supplied).

• When the message “PLEASE CLEAN” appears

To clean the thermal head and rollerProceed as follows to clean the thermal head and roller with the head cleaning sheet and roller cleaning sheet (supplied).

1 Remove the paper tray from the printer, and then remove the paper from the paper tray.

2 Place the head cleaning sheet in the paper tray, and insert the paper tray in the printer.

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Note

Place the head cleaning sheet in the paper tray according to the instruction described on the head cleaning sheet.


4 Display the CLEANING item on the printer window display by pressing the F or f button.

5 Press the EXEC button.Cleaning is started. When cleaning has been completed, the head cleaning sheet is ejected.The printer returns to standby status.

6 Remove the paper tray again. Remove the head cleaning sheet and place the roller cleaning sheet in the paper tray, and re-insert the paper tray.

7 Repeat steps 3, 4 and 5 to clean the roller.

8 Remove the roller cleaning sheet. Re-load the paper removed in step 1 and re-insert the paper tray.

To clean the thermal headIf the printout quality deteriorates, for example, when white strips still appear on the printouts, even after you have cleaned the thermal head and roller using the cleaning sheets, you should clean the thermal head using the thermal head cleaning kit (supplied).For detailed information on how to use the thermal head cleaning kit, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the thermal head cleaning kit.

1 Press the G, g, and EXEC buttons simultaneously.The thermal head is released.

2 Press the POWER switch to turn off the printer.

3 Remove the screw from the maintenance door located on the left side panel and open the door.

Head cleaning sheet(Place this side up when loading.)

Paper fed direction

Hole

Paper tray

Roller cleaning sheet(Place this side up when loading.)

Paper fed direction

Hole

Paper tray

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4 Insert the cleaning tip holder until it stops, then pull it toward you until the open window on the holder fully appears.

Insert and pull out the holder about three times.

5 Remove the cleaning tip holder and close the maintenance door.

6 Put the screw removed in step 3 back on the maintenance door.

Note

Be sure to close the maintenance door and fasten it with the screw. If the maintenance door is not locked completely, the maintenance door may open, and the printer stops the job while printing.

7 Press the POWER switch to turn on the printer again.

Cleaning the filterVentilation holes are provided on the right side and the rear of the printer to prevent the unit from overheating.When the message “CLEAN FAN FILTER” appears on the printer window display, the filter covering the ventilation holes on the rear of the unit has become dirty.To clean the filter, proceed as follows.

1 Loosen the screws which secure the fan cover, and move the loosened screws toward the left and right

respectively. Then remove the fan cover with the filter.

2 Clean the fan using a vacuum cleaner or the like.

Notes

• Be careful that the filter does not get caught in the vacuum cleaner.

• Do not rub the net of the filter roughly.

3 Reset the filter and the fan cover on the side panel as they were, using the screws loosened in step 1.

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Specifications 23

SpecificationsPower requirements

100 to 120 V AC, 50/60 Hz (for 100 to 120 V AC users)

220 to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz (for 220 to 240 V AC users)

Input current 2.9 A (for 100 to 120 V AC users)1.3 A (for 220 to 240 V AC users)

Operating temperature10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F)

Operating humidity20% to 80% (no condensation allowed)

Operating pressure700 hPa to 1,060 hPa

Storage and transport temperature–20°C to +60°C (–4°F to +140°F)

Storage and transport humidity20% to 90% (no condensation allowed)

Storage and transport pressure700 hPa to 1,060 hPa

Dimensions About 412 × 210 × 431 mm (w/h/d) (16 3/8 × 8 3/8 × 17 inches)

Mass Approx. 15.5 kg (34 lb 3 oz)Printing system Thermal printingThermal head 2,560 elements, 11.8 dot/mm (300dpi)Gradations 512 levels Maximum print size

232.2 × 196.4 mmPicture elements

2,743 × 2,320 dots (w/h)Printing time Approx. 40 secondsInterface PARALLEL DATA (IEEE1284) × 1,

(Amphenole 36-pin connector)Special connector × 1 a)

a) Currently, this connector is not used. It is reserved for future use.

Accessories suppliedPaper tray (1)Thermal Head Cleaning Kit (1)Cleaning sheets (2)Tray guide cover (1)AC power cord (1) b)

Connecting cable (1)Floppy disk (1)Operation Guide (1)CD-ROM (1)Warranty card (1) (for the customers in

the U.S.A and Canada)Service Contact List (1)b) When you use the printer in the U.S.A. or

Canada, use the AC power cord supplied. When you use the printer in a country other than the U.S.A. or Canada, use the proper AC power cord for your local power system.

Accessories supplied separatelyBlue Thermal Film Printing Pack

UPT-735BLThermal Paper Printing Pack UPP-725

Medical SpecificationsProtection against electric shock:

Class IProtection against harmful ingress of

water: OrdinaryDegree of safety in the presence of a

flammable anesthetic mixture with air or with oxygen or nitrous oxide: Not suitable for use in the presence of a flammable anesthetic mixture with air or with oxygen or nitrous oxide

Mode of operation:Continuous

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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MessagesThere are two kinds of messages; error messages and warning messages. This section lists these messages together with their possible causes and remedies. Note the messages and act accordingly.Besides error and warning messages, other messages stating the operating status of the printer are also displayed. Those messages are not described here.

Error Messages If a problem occurs, the ALARM indicator lights and an error message stating the problem appears on the printer window display. Note the message and perform whatever action is necessary to solve the problem.

a) The word displayed depends on the printing pack currently

used.PAPER: when the UPP-725 Thermal Paper printing pack is used.FILM: when the UPP-735BL Blue Thermal Film printing pack is used.

Other MessagesWhen the following message appears, the ALARM indicator does not light. The PRINT indicator blinks.

Error messages Possible causes and remedies

CHECK PAPER AND PUSH [EXEC] a)

The paper may be jammed.tRemove jammed paper from the

printer, if there is any. Ensure that no paper has jammed, then press the EXEC button (page 25).

CLOSE DOOR The maintenance door is open.tClose the maintenance door

(page 21).

MECHA TROUBLE Mechanical trouble has occurred in the printer.tTurn off the power once and then

turn it on. If the message still remains on the printer window display, turn off the power immediately and contact your Sony dealer.

NO IMAGE DATA No image data is stored in the printer memory.tTransfer the image data from your

computer (page 15).

REMOVE CLEANING SHEET

When printing, the cleaning sheet was recognized.tRemove the cleaning sheet, and

then load the paper. To clean the thermal head or roller, open the CLEANING menu so that the printer enters the cleaning mode. (page 20)

REMOVE PAPER AND PUSH [EXEC]a)

• The paper has jammed.tRemove jammed paper from the

printer and press the EXEC button (page 25).

• The image transferred may be printed on the wrong side of the paper.tLoad the paper in the paper tray

correctly (page 13).

SET CLEANING SHEET

When cleaning the thermal head or roller, the cleaning sheet was not recognized because it was not loaded correctly.tReload the cleaning sheet correctly.

(page 20)

SET FILM The paper has been used up.tLoad the paper into the paper tray

(page 13).

SET TRAY The paper tray is not installed.tInstall the paper tray (page 14).


HEAD IN COOLING The thermal head has overheated.tLeave the printer until the head

cools down and this message disappears.

HEAD IN HEATING The thermal head is warming up.tLeave the printer until the head has

warmed up and this message disappears.

CLEAN FAN FILTER The filter has become dirty.tRemove the fan cover on the side

panel of the printer and then remove the filter. Clean the filter (page 22).

PLEASE WAIT This message appears when the printer returns to the initial status so that it can restart to print after you insert the paper tray into the printer or you close the maintenance door.tWait until this message disappears.

PLEASE CLEAN This message appears whenever the number of sheets printed reaches 500 sheets.tClean the thermal head. When you

complete the cleaning of the thermal head, this message appears. You can continue printing even if this message is being displayed. (page 20)

RESERVED The printer is reserved.tCancel the reservation of the printer

from your computer.


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Troubleshooting

If Damage is SuspectedIf a problem appears, check the following trouble shooting guide first and perform whatever action is necessary to solve the problem. If the problem persists, turn off the printer and consult your Sony dealer.

If the Paper JamsIf the paper jams, printing stops and an error message stating “CHECK PAPER AND PUSH [EXEC]” or “REMOVE PAPER AND PUSH [EXEC]” appears on the printer window display. Follow the steps below to remove the jammed paper.

Note

Be careful not to hurt you when you touch the inside of the printer, while removing the paper jammed inside the printer.

1 Press the EJECT TRAY button to remove the paper tray.

Notes

• If any printouts have been ejected on the paper tray, remove them first before removing the paper tray.

• If there is a piece of paper that has been sent out halfway from the paper tray, slowly pull it back into the paper tray.

2 Remove the jammed paper.

If you find a piece of paper jammed around the paper outlet:

Pull the jammed paper toward you slowly.

If you find a piece of paper jammed near the bottom:To pull out the jammed paper, proceed as follows.

1 Remove the tray guide cover.

Symptom Possible causes and remedies

Nothing appears in the printer window display.

The POWER switch of the printer is not set to ON.tSet the POWER switch of the

printer to ON. If the power switch is set to ON, set it to OFF once, then to ON again (page 10).

The connections may not be correct.tMake the connections correctly

(page 12).

The printer does not print.

An error message appears on the printer window display.tTake the measures recommended in

“Error Messages” (page 24).

Press the EJECT TRAY button.

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2 Pull out the jammed paper toward you slowly.

3 Re-insert the tray guide cover as it was.

3 Re-insert the paper tray into the printer.Ensure that the paper is properly loaded.Discard the sheets removed in step 2.

4 Press the EXEC button.The error message disappears and the printer returns to the standby status.

Index

Index 27

Index

AAssembly

tray guide cover 11

CCleaning

cabinet 20filter 22thermal head 21thermal head and roller 20

Connections 12

EError messages 24

FFeatures 9Filter 22

HHead cleaning sheet 20

IIf damage is suspected 25If the paper jams 25

LLoading the paper

UPP-725 Thermal Paper 14UPT-735BL Blue Thermal Film

13Location and function of parts and

controlsfront 9rear 10

MMenu item

GRAPHICS 17MARGIN PRINT 18MIRROR 19PRINT QTY 16

Menu operationadjusting printout quality 17setting the margin print option 18setting the mirror print mode 19

Messageserror messages 24

other messages 24

PPaper

if the paper jams 25loading 13note on storing the paper 14recommended paper 13

Precautionscondensation 20installation 20safety 20transporting the printer 20

Printinghow to print 15if the printer does not print 16reprinting 15setting the print quantity 16when the printer runs out of paper

during printing 17Printouts

adjusting the picture quality of printouts (tone, sharpness and half tone) 17

notes on storing your printouts 16

RRoller cleaning sheet 20

SSpecifications 23Supplied accessories

assembling the tray guide cover 11

checking 11

TTray guide cover 11Troubleshooting

if damage is suspected 25if the paper jams 25

VVentilation holes 22

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