Star mC-Print3 Easy Setup Manual

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Easy Setup Guide
Introduction
This document explains the procedures for use of mC-Print3. Please store it carefully after reading it.
Check the Supplied Accessories
If any of the package contents are missing or damaged, contact the dealer where the
product was purchased.
USB Cable
MCP31C
AC Adapter Power Cable*
What the utility can do

The utility can be used to change the settings of the printer and peripheral devices.
Examples) • LAN settings • Memory switch changes, logo registration
• Sample printing • Checking if connected device supports USB PD (Power Delivery)
• Firmware update/diagnosis etc.
● To use the utility, download it from the site at right.
● To perform setup using this manual, proceed to Step
In Case of Trouble
If you experience trouble with the setup procedure, refer to the Online Manual.
Place the enclosed flyer close to the printer and use it when necessary.
Installing the Printer
1
Installing the paper roll
 When using a 58 mm roll, install the pro-
vided paper roll guide.
Pull the open lever  and open the printer
With the notch part A (triangle mark) of the
.
cover 
paper roll guide facing down, angle the guide
to the right and insert it
Position so that the notch part A is aligned
with the main unit rib B, then slide the guide
2
from the right
1
Take the slack of the paper roll before paper
setting, insert the paper roll as shown in the
illustration.
When the slid paper roll guide stops, stand
it up vertical
place 
Pull the end of the paper roll out straight  ,
and use both hands to close the printer cover
 .
To change the paper width, it is necessary
3
4 to change the memory switch setting. For
details, refer to the Online Manual.
4
*
Accessories vary depending on the region where the printer was purchased.
This Manual
Paper Roll Safety Easy
Paper Roll
Setup Guide
（C-C) Guide Instructions
mC-Print3 Utility Download
www.star-m.jp/mcprint-app.html
1
.
mC-Print3 Online Manual
www.star-m.jp/mcprint3-oml.html
2
Turning ON the main unit power
Place your nails into the gaps in the right and
left sides of the rear cover on the back of the
printer, and then remove the cover.
 .
 .
B
2
Connect the power cable to the AC adapter
A
1
 , and connect the cable connector to the
printer as shown in the illustration
the plug into the outlet
2
 , and press until it clicks into
.
Press the power button
3
the LED (blue) illuminates
4
5
Connecting a Tablet or PC to the Printer
3
-A
Connecting an Android terminal to the printer
You will need:
• USB cable (C-C)
provided with the printer
Connect the USB cable to the printer USB-C® connector
Flyer
(Q&A reference)
Connect the other plug to the smartphone/tablet
2
If your Android device cannot connect to the printer, it may

not support USB PD (Power Delivery).
Follow the procedure below and switch the USB-C function
to "Data only".
Switching the USB-C function manually (For using the USB interface)

If the communication connection is not successful, follow the procedure
 . Insert below and switch the USB-C function.
 .
 Turn on the printer power.
 Pull the open lever, and then open the printer cover.
 Press the FEED button for 5 seconds (LED red flashes).
3
1  Press and release the FEED button to select the USB-C function.
LED USB-C function
 and confirm that
Red flashing Data only
 .
Blue flashing Power supply only
Power supply
Purple flashing
4
and data

Close the printer cover, and then save the selected function in step
➏
Check the status of the saved function on the test printing.
USB
interface
You will need:
• Commercially-available LAN cable
Printer-side plug
 . Connect the LAN cable to the printer LAN connector
1
Connect the other plug to the connector of the router, hub, or other
 .
LAN device 
 DHCP is enabled by default for the wired LAN settings. To
continually use the same IP address, set a static IP address
before use.
For the static IP address setting procedure, refer to the On-
line Manual.
Description of test printing
USB-C: Data Only
3
USB-C: Power Supply Only
USB-C: Power Supply / Data
 .
4
Wired LAN
interface
Printer-side plug
 .
LAN
1
.
2
1
2
5 seconds
5
Press
6
and release