Brother MW-260 User Manual
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- Page 1 User’s Guide General Description Operating Procedures Appendix, etc. ! Before using this printer, be sure to read this User’s Guide. ! We suggest that you keep this manual in a handy place for future reference. MW-260 Mobile Printer...
- Page 2 Introduction Introduction Thank you for purchasing the MPrint MW-260 (hereafter referred to as “the printer”). This monochrome thermal mobile printer is ultra-portable and can be connected to a Pocket PC (PDA running Pocket PC) or a computer to make quick printouts.
- Page 3 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. FCC WARNING -Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Brother Industries, Ltd. could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
- Page 4 If this printer should be defective due to faulty manufacturing, we shall replace it during the warranty period. We assume no responsibility for damages that may result from incorrect operation of this printer by connecting incompatible equipment or using incompatible software.
- Page 5 ® The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Brother Industries, Ltd. under license. This product contains IrFront of ACCESS CO., LTD. Copyright (C) 1996-2006 ACCESS CO., LTD.
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Page 6: Precautions
Precautions indicated as shown below contain important safety information and should be strictly observed. If the printer malfunctions, immediately stop using it, and then contact the sales representative where it was purchased. The meanings for marks used in this manual are described below. - Page 7 Indicates danger of electric shock if the operation is performed with wet hands Indicates danger of electric shock if the printer is exposed to water Indicates an action that must be performed Indicates that the power supply cord must be unplugged from the...
- Page 8 !Do not insert or use the rechargeable battery in any equip- ment other than the MW-260. Do not directly connect it to a power supply, car cigarette lighter or electrical outlet. !Do not expose the rechargeable battery or the printer with the...
- Page 9 Do not use this printer wherever it is prohibited, for exam- ple, on an airplane, otherwise it may affect equipment, resulting in an accident. If this printer is to be used in special environments, for example, near medical equipment, make sure in advance that there would be no harmful effects from electromag- netic waves.
- Page 10 The printer may be damaged if it is dropped or subjected to strong shocks, for example, from being stepped on. If you continue to operate a damaged printer, a fire or an electric shock may result.
- Page 11 AC adapter before the printer is used. If the printer will not be used for a long period of time, remove the rechargeable lithium-ion battery from the printer, and then store it in a location where it is not exposed to high humidity, high temperatures (15 °C / 59°K...
- Page 12 Only use the AC adapter designed specifically for this printer, otherwise fire, electric shock or damage may result. Do not plug the printer into an electrical outlet other than a household outlet (AC 110 V tric shock or damage may result.
- Page 13 ! Do not pull on it. If the AC adapter is damaged, request a new one from the sales representative where the printer was purchased. Keep the AC adapter out of the reach of children, particu- larly infants, otherwise injuries may result.
- Page 14 AC adapter from the electrical outlet, other- wise electric shock may result. If the printer is not to be used for a long period of time, be sure to unplug the AC adapter from the unit and the electri- cal outlet for safety reasons.
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Page 15: Operating Precautions
Periodically clean the connector and port with a dry cotton swab. " When cleaning the printer, use a soft, dry cloth. Do not use benzene or paint thinners, otherwise the printer may become discolored or deformed. - Page 16 " Do not press the power button with a sharp object such as a pen, otherwise the power button may become indented or the machine may be damaged. " Do not carry around the printer with the USB cable or power cable connected, otherwise the cable connectors may be damaged.
- Page 17 Do not touch paper cassettes or paper with wet hands, otherwise a malfunction may result. Do not prepare or replace the paper cassette in an extremely humid location, otherwise a malfunction may result. Depending on the environmental conditions of the location and the quality of the material that the adhesive-backed paper is attached to, the adhesive-backed paper may become discolored, peel off, be difficult to remove, leave...
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Page 18: Table Of Contents
Inserting/removing the rechargeable battery ...3 Charging ...4 Using IrDA (infrared) ...6 Using Bluetooth ...6 Turning on/off the printer ...7 Bluetooth Functions Guide ...8 Preparing the paper ...9 Installing the paper cassette ...11 Sending data from a Pocket PC or computer ...13 Feeding paper ...15... -
Page 19: General Description
1 General Description Right side Paper cassette cover Left side Status indicator light indicator light Power button Interface switch AC adapter connector Paper output slot Charging USB port Paper check window IrDA Port... -
Page 20: Operating Procedures
2 Operating Procedures Removing the protective film When shipped from the manufacturer, a protective film is affixed to the paper check window. Before using the printer, remove the protective film. Inserting/removing the rechargeable battery Inserting the rechargeable battery Slide the rechargeable... -
Page 21: Charging
If the charging indicator does not light up in orange, the battery may not be correctly installed. After charging is finished, disconnect the AC adapter. MW-260 cannot be operated only with the AC adapter if the rechargeable lithium-ion battery is not installed. - Page 22 Do not wind the AC adapter cable around the adapter or bend the cable, otherwise the cable may be dam- aged. • It takes approximately three hours for the battery to be recharged from completely empty to fully charged (with the printer turned off). Operating Procedures...
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Page 23: Using Irda (Infrared)
Using IrDA (infrared) Set the interface switch to “IrDA” (infrared). → When the printer is turned on, the status indicator lights up in green. When “IrDA” (infrared) is selected, Bluetooth can- not be used. Using Bluetooth Set the interface switch to “Bluetooth”. -
Page 24: Turning On/Off The Printer
If there is no operation or data transmission for a set length of time, the printer automatically turns off. The length of time until the printer automati- cally turns off can be specified from the utility. (→ Refer to the Software Guide.) Operating Procedures →... -
Page 25: Bluetooth Functions Guide
Bluetooth Functions Guide 1) What is Bluetooth? Bluetooth is a type of short-range wireless technology that provides wireless connectivity to users of computers and PDAs equipped with Bluetooth. 2) Precautions for using Bluetooth Wireless connections are used in a wide range of fields. Therefore, in order to prevent malfunctions with the follow- ing, Bluetooth should be turned off. -
Page 26: Preparing The Paper
Preparing the paper Use only the paper cassette designed exclusively for this printer. Use of any other paper will result in damage. To prepare the paper cassette Prepare the paper cassette before installing it into the printer. • Be careful not to drop any paper while the paper cassette is being prepared. - Page 27 " Handling the paper cassette This printer determines the paper type depending on the installed paper cassette, then automati- cally selects the settings appropriate for that type of paper. Do not transfer paper to a different paper cassette. Do not try to reuse paper that has already passed through the printer.
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Page 28: Installing The Paper Cassette
Installing the paper cassette Slide the paper cassette cover (on the top of the printer) in direction 1. → The paper cassette cover will open in the direction indicated by 2. Insert the paper cassette. The paper type indication on the paper cassette should face up. - Page 29 • To change the paper type, install a different paper cassette. • While the printer is printing, do not apply pressure to the paper output slot or place anything on the printer. Paper check window...
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Page 30: Sending Data From A Pocket Pc Or Computer
Sending data from a Pocket PC or computer In order use this printer to print data from a Pocket PC (PDA run- ning Pocket PC) or computer, the software must first be installed onto the Pocket PC or computer as described in the ‘software guide’... -
Page 31: Start Printing
Communicating with Bluetooth This printer can connect wirelessly to Bluetooth-compatible computers or PDAs. Establish a Bluetooth con- nection. Use the computer or PDA set- tings to enable Bluetooth com- munication, and then establish a connection with this printer. Start printing. -
Page 32: Feeding Paper
Open the paper cassette cover. Remove the paper cas- sette. Pull out the misfed paper. • When pulling out the paper, be sure not to tear it. • Pulling out the paper will not affect the operation of the printer. Operating Procedures... -
Page 33: Using The Paper Guide
The paper guide is not intended to be frequently installed and removed. Frequently installing and removing the paper guide may damage the printer or cause the cover or paper guide to warp. Removing the paper guide Open the paper cassette cover. -
Page 34: Maintenance
Clean off any dust or other dirt from the printer by wiping it with a soft, dry cloth. If the printer is extremely dirty, wipe it with a slightly damp cloth. ! Do not use benzene or paint thinners, otherwise the printer may become discolored or deformed. - Page 35 Cleaning the pick-up roller If the pick-up roller is dirty, paper may not be fed correctly. Affix a piece of cellophane tape to the pick-up roller. Remove the cellophane tape from the pick-up roller. → Any dirt on the pick-up roller is removed with the tape. Rotate the pick-up roller and repeat the procedure to clean the entire surface of the roller.
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Page 36: Appendix
25 degrees Celsius.) (Stan- dard paper manufactured by Brother: A6 thermal) Brother paper cassette, automatic paper feed mechanism Brother A6 cut paper (105mm × 148mm / 4.1'' × 5.8'') Compact switching AC adapter for charging, lithium ion battery Complies with USB Ver. -
Page 37: Troubleshooting
Normal Type Copying Type Troubleshooting Symptoms & remedies Symptom: The printer cannot be turned on. A6 size: 105mm × 148mm / 4.1'' × 5.8'' (97.5mm × 140.6mm / 3.8'' × 5.5'') A6 size: 105mm × 148mm / 4.1'' × 5.8'' (93mm ×... - Page 38 (→ Refer to the Software Guide.) Remedy: Make sure that another com- puter or Pocket PC is not transmitting data to the printer using the USB or Bluetooth. (→ Refer to page 14.) Remedy: When the interface switch is set to “IrDA”, Bluetooth cannot be used.
- Page 39 (light). Remedy: Remove the paper. (→ Refer to page 15.) Remedy: Some torn paper may still remain in the printer. Contact the sales representative where the printer was purchased. Remedy: Refer to the explanation in “Indi- cator lights” on page 24.
- Page 40 Symptom: The paper cassette cover can- not be closed. Symptom: The paper cassette cover came off. Remedy: The parts indicated by “A” in the illustration below have locked up. Refer to the illustration and use the tip of a ball-point pen to slide the indicated part in the direction of the arrow to free it.
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Page 41: Indicator Lights
Indicator lights " Status indicator light A blue or green light indicates the printer is operating correctly, while a red light indicates an error has occurred. Indicator Indicator light light color status Constantly lit Flashing Blue Flashing in long intervals... - Page 42 If a system error has occurred: The printer may be damaged. Contact the sales representa- tive where it was purchased. " Charging indicator light With the charging indicator light, the status of the power supply can be checked. The charg- ing indicator light has two functions.
- Page 43 Regulated by conven- tions called “profiles”, Bluetooth enables commu- nication between devices with the same profile. This printer has the serial port profile built in. IrDA A wireless communication protocol using infrared transmission; When infrared is used, communica- tion is wireless;...
- Page 44 Since they are not equipped to process multiple functions, like a PC, they do not include printing features. The Brother Mobile Software, included with this printer, was developed specifically to enable printing of a variety of data from PDAs installed with the Microsoft Pocket PC 2003 or Pocket PC 2003 SE or Windows MobileTM 5.0 operating system.