Brother MPRINT MW-100 User Manual

Brother MPRINT MW-100 User Manual

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MW-100
Mobile Printer

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  • Page 1 User’s Guide MW-100 General Description Operating Procedures Mobile Printer 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.
  • Page 2 In addition, we suggest that you keep this manual in a handy place for future reference. Declaration of Conformity BROTHER INDUSTRIES, LTD. 1-1-1, Kawagishi, Mizuho-ku, Nagoya 467-8562, Japan declare that the MPrint MW-100 conforms with the following nor- mative documents: EMC: EN 55022:1998 Class B EN 55024:1998 EN 61000-3-2:1995...
  • Page 3 The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice. The contents of this manual may not be duplicated or repro- duced, partially or in full, without permission. Please note that we assume no responsibility for damages arising from earthquakes, fire, other disasters, actions of third parties, the user’s intentional or negligent operation, misuse or operation under other special conditions.
  • Page 4: Precautions

    Precautions 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. Failure to observe instructions marked with this symbol may result in death or serious injuries.
  • Page 5 Indicates an action that must be performed Indicates that the power supply cord must be unplugged from the electrical outlet...
  • Page 6 Precautions Concerning this printer (including the built-in lith- ium ion battery) Warning 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 7 Warning Liquid leaking from the printer may indicate that the built-in battery is damaged. Immediately move the printer away from flames, otherwise a fire may result. In addition, do not touch the leaking liquid. This liquid may damage your eyes or skin if brought in contact with them. If the liquid makes contact with your eyes, immediately rinse them with water and consult a medical professional.
  • Page 8 Precautions Warning If the printer is not fully charged after the specified amount of time has passed, stop charging it, otherwise fire, electric shock or damage may result. Caution Keep the printer out of the reach of children, particularly infants, otherwise injuries may result. Stop operating the printer if it leaks or becomes discolored, deformed or otherwise defective.
  • Page 9 Concerning the AC adapter Warning 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 100 V 240 V), otherwise fire, elec- tric shock or damage may result.
  • Page 10 Precautions Warning When unplugging the power supply cord, do not pull on the cord, otherwise fire or electric shock may result. Do not insert foreign objects into the terminals of the AC adapter, otherwise burns or electric shock may result. Incorrectly using the AC adapter may result in fire or electric shock.
  • Page 11 Warning 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. Do not wind the AC adapter cable around the adapter or bend the cable, otherwise the cable may be damaged.
  • Page 12: Operating Precautions

    Precautions Operating precautions " " " " Operate this printer in an environment that meets the follow- ing requirements. Temperature: 0 – 40 °C Humidity: 20 – 80 % (Maximum wet-bulb temperature: 27 °C) Do not operate or store this printer in a location exposed to extremely high or extremely low temperatures, extreme humidity, extreme dust, or extreme vibrations, otherwise the printer may be damaged or malfunction.
  • Page 13 " " " " Concerning the paper cassette and the handling of the paper Store the paper cassette away from extremely hot, extremely humid or extremely dusty locations and out of direct sunlight, otherwise the paper may become dis- colored or a malfunction may result. Be sure to close the lid of the paper cassette before storing it, otherwise the paper may become discolored.
  • Page 14 Precautions 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 adhesive behind or damage the surface that it was affixed to.
  • Page 16: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS CONTENTS Introduction ............i Precautions ............iii Operating precautions ..........xi CONTENTS ............1 General Description ..........2 Operating Procedures ......... 3 Charging ..............3 Turning on the printer ..........5 Preparing the paper ...........6 Installing the paper cassette ........8 Sending data from a Pocket PC or computer ..10 Feeding paper ............12 Maintenance ............13 Disposing of this printer ...........15...
  • Page 17: General Description

    1 General Description Right side Paper check window Paper cassette cover IrDA infrared port Paper output slot Left side Status indicator light Charging indicator light Power button USB port AC adapter connector...
  • Page 18: Operating Procedures

    Operating Procedures 2 Operating Procedures Charging This printer is equipped with a built-in lithium ion battery. Use the AC adapter designed specifically for this printer to charge the battery. After purchasing this printer, be sure to charge the battery fully before using it.
  • Page 19 • In order to protect the circuitry, the battery cannot be charged if the unit is in a location exposed to extremely high or extremely low temperatures. • Do not wind the AC adapter cable around the adapter or bend the cable, otherwise the cable may be dam- aged.
  • Page 20: Turning On The Printer

    Operating Procedures Turning on the printer Press and hold the power button for a short while, until the green status indi- cator light illuminates. If the power button is pressed again, the printer is turned off. • In order to prevent this printer from accidentally being turned on, it will not come on if the power button is lightly pressed.
  • Page 21: 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 22 Operating Procedures " " " " 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.
  • Page 23: 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. Paper type indication The paper type indication on the paper cassette should face up.
  • Page 24 Operating Procedures Close the paper cassette cover in direction 3. Slide the paper cassette Paper check window cover in direction 4. If the paper cassette is correctly loaded, the paper type indication on the cassette can be seen through the paper check win- dow, and the paper cassette Paper type indication cover will be locked.
  • Page 25: 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 26 Operating Procedures Sending data through a USB connection Using the enclosed USB cable, this printer can be connected to a com- puter or a Pocket PC supporting a USB host interface. Enclosed USB cable...
  • Page 27: Feeding Paper

    Feeding paper If a paper misfeed occurs, remove the paper according to the fol- lowing procedure. If the paper has fed out of the paper output slot: Pull the paper out from the paper output slot. • When pulling out the paper, be sure not to tear it. If the paper has not fed out of the paper output slot: Open the paper cassette cover.
  • Page 28: Maintenance

    Operating Procedures Maintenance ! Be sure to turn off the printer before cleaning it. Cleaning the printer Clean the front of the printer. 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.
  • Page 29 Cleaning the pick-up roller If the pick-up roller is dirty, paper may not be fed correctly. Pick-up roller Affix a piece of cellophane tape to the pick-up roller. Remove the cellophane Cello- tape from the pick-up phane tape 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.
  • Page 30: Disposing Of This Printer

    Operating Procedures Disposing of this printer Before disposing of this printer, be sure to remove the built-in lithium ion battery. Removing the lithium ion battery Turn off the printer, and then disconnect the AC adapter. Using a screwdriver, loosen the four screws at the back of the printer, Lithium ion and then remove the back...
  • Page 31: Appendix

    Brother paper cassette, automatic paper method feed mechanism Paper Brother A7 cut paper (74 mm × 105 mm) Compact switching AC adapter for charging, Power supply lithium ion battery (built in) 780 mAh (7.4 V) Complies with USB Ver. 1.1 and an infrared Interface port compliant with IrDA 1.2...
  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    Appendix Troubleshooting Symptoms & remedies Symptom: The printer Remedy: Press and hold the power button cannot be turned on. for a short while. (→ Refer to page 5.) Remedy: The built-in lithium ion battery needs recharging. (→ Refer to page 3.) Symptom: Although the With an IrDA connection: print command was...
  • Page 33 Symptom: The paper Remedy: Make sure that the lid of the does not feed. paper cassette is firmly folded along the fold (2). (→ Refer to page 6.) Remedy: Make sure that the paper cas- sette cover is securely closed. (→ Refer to page 9.) Remedy: The paper may be dirty.
  • Page 34 Appendix Symptom: The paper Remedy: The parts indicated by “A” in the cassette cover can- illustration below have locked up. not be closed. 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.
  • Page 35: Indicator Lights

    Indicator lights " " " " Status indicator light A green light indicates the printer is operating correctly, while red indicates an error has occurred. Indicator Indicator light Printer status light color status Constantly lit Waiting to receive data Green Flashing Receiving data Flashing...
  • Page 36 Appendix " " " " 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. 1 Checking the charging status (when the AC adapter is connected) Indicator Indicator light Printer status...
  • Page 37 MW-100 Accessories Stock No. Description C-11 A7 Thermal paper (105 mm x 74 mm) C-21 A7 Label (105 mm x 74 mm) C-41 A7 Cut label sheet (4/sheet) (26.25 mm x 74 mm) C-42 A7 Cut label sheet (2/sheet) (52.5 mm x 74 mm) Count: 50 sheets/cassette (thermal paper) 30 sheets/cassette (all others)

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