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... rights reserved. ii PB2 Mobile Printer User's Guide www.intermec.com The information contained herein is provided solely for any other purpose without prior notice and do not represent a commitment on the part of Intermec Technologies Corporation. Everett...Information and specifications contained in this document are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Intermec Technologies Corporation. © 2008-2014 by Intermec Technologies Corporation. The word Intermec, the Intermec logo, Norand, ArciTech, Beverage Routebook, CrossBar, dcBrowser, Duratherm, EasyADC, EasyCoder,...
... rights reserved. ii PB2 Mobile Printer User's Guide www.intermec.com The information contained herein is provided solely for any other purpose without prior notice and do not represent a commitment on the part of Intermec Technologies Corporation. Everett...Information and specifications contained in this document are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Intermec Technologies Corporation. © 2008-2014 by Intermec Technologies Corporation. The word Intermec, the Intermec logo, Norand, ArciTech, Beverage Routebook, CrossBar, dcBrowser, Duratherm, EasyADC, EasyCoder,...
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Added information on how to this document. Document Change Record This page records changes to enable IrDA communications. The document was originally released as Revision 001. Version Number 004 Date 1/2014 003 04/2010 002 06/2009 Description of Change Updated Global Services and Support information. Clarified DIP switch settings, updated software and programming information, updated firmware upgrade procedure, and added part numbers for the 2-bay battery charger and VBA accessories. PB2 Mobile Printer User's Guide iii
Added information on how to this document. Document Change Record This page records changes to enable IrDA communications. The document was originally released as Revision 001. Version Number 004 Date 1/2014 003 04/2010 002 06/2009 Description of Change Updated Global Services and Support information. Clarified DIP switch settings, updated software and programming information, updated firmware upgrade procedure, and added part numbers for the 2-bay battery charger and VBA accessories. PB2 Mobile Printer User's Guide iii
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... vii Global Services and Support vii Who Should Read This Manual viii Related Documents ix Learning About the PB2 Mobile Printer 11 Understanding the Printer Features 11 Understanding the LEDs 13 Using the Battery and AC Adapter/Charger 14 Loading Paper 18 Tearing ... 802.11 Communications 23 Setting Up IrDA Communications 24 Setting Up Serial Communications 24 Changing Printer Connection Settings 24 Using the Magnetic Stripe Reader 27 Maintaining the Printer 27 Troubleshooting 28 Problems and Solutions 29 Calling Product Support 30 Software and Programming Information ...
... vii Global Services and Support vii Who Should Read This Manual viii Related Documents ix Learning About the PB2 Mobile Printer 11 Understanding the Printer Features 11 Understanding the LEDs 13 Using the Battery and AC Adapter/Charger 14 Loading Paper 18 Tearing ... 802.11 Communications 23 Setting Up IrDA Communications 24 Setting Up Serial Communications 24 Changing Printer Connection Settings 24 Using the Magnetic Stripe Reader 27 Maintaining the Printer 27 Troubleshooting 28 Problems and Solutions 29 Calling Product Support 30 Software and Programming Information ...
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...that must be damaged if you do not follow all faults." All warranties are in this document before handling and operating Intermec equipment. A warning alerts you of an operating procedure, practice, condition, or statement that are expressly disclaimed, including ... Global Services and Support Warranty Information To understand the warranty for your Intermec product, visit the Intermec website at www.intermec.com and click Support > Returns and Repairs > Warranty. PB2 Mobile Printer User's Guide vii Safety Information Your safety is presented for additional product ...
...that must be damaged if you do not follow all faults." All warranties are in this document before handling and operating Intermec equipment. A warning alerts you of an operating procedure, practice, condition, or statement that are expressly disclaimed, including ... Global Services and Support Warranty Information To understand the warranty for your Intermec product, visit the Intermec website at www.intermec.com and click Support > Returns and Repairs > Warranty. PB2 Mobile Printer User's Guide vii Safety Information Your safety is presented for additional product ...
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... your network and general networking terms, such as IP address. To search for installing, configuring, and maintaining the PB2 Mobile Printer. viii PB2 Mobile Printer User's Guide Before You Begin Web Support Visit the Intermec website at www.intermec.com to install, configure, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot it. Who Should Read This Manual This document is...
... your network and general networking terms, such as IP address. To search for installing, configuring, and maintaining the PB2 Mobile Printer. viii PB2 Mobile Printer User's Guide Before You Begin Web Support Visit the Intermec website at www.intermec.com to install, configure, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot it. Who Should Read This Manual This document is...
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Before You Begin Related Documents You may find the PB2 printer product page, click Printers and Media > Mobile Printers > PB2/PB3. 4 Click the Manuals tab. 5 If your product does not have its own product page, click Support > Manuals. For example, to find these related Intermec documents useful: • PB2 and PB3 Battery Instructions • XSim Programmer's Reference Manual...
Before You Begin Related Documents You may find the PB2 printer product page, click Printers and Media > Mobile Printers > PB2/PB3. 4 Click the Manuals tab. 5 If your product does not have its own product page, click Support > Manuals. For example, to find these related Intermec documents useful: • PB2 and PB3 Battery Instructions • XSim Programmer's Reference Manual...
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... • Product documentation: Quick Start Guide, Compliance Inserts, Battery Instructions, and Warranty Card For a list of service receipts are required. Learning About the PB2 Mobile Printer The PB2 Mobile Printer is a full-featured portable receipt printer designed for a variety of job environments where point of PB2 accessories, see "Accessories" on page 36. Power button Feed button...
... • Product documentation: Quick Start Guide, Compliance Inserts, Battery Instructions, and Warranty Card For a list of service receipts are required. Learning About the PB2 Mobile Printer The PB2 Mobile Printer is a full-featured portable receipt printer designed for a variety of job environments where point of PB2 accessories, see "Accessories" on page 36. Power button Feed button...
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... Page" on or off. For help , see the next section. Connects the printer to turn the printer on page 21. Use cable P/N 5892RJD9-1. For help , see "Using the Belt Loop" on page 18. PB2 Feature Descriptions Feature Power button Feed button Paper door button Power connector Serial port Battery... AC adapter/battery charger. Slide to the included belt loop. For help , see "Loading Paper" on page 20. 12 PB2 Mobile Printer User's Guide Attaches the printer to lock or unlock the battery door. You can also press Feed to a host computer. For more information, see the next...
... Page" on or off. For help , see the next section. Connects the printer to turn the printer on page 21. Use cable P/N 5892RJD9-1. For help , see "Using the Belt Loop" on page 18. PB2 Feature Descriptions Feature Power button Feed button Paper door button Power connector Serial port Battery... AC adapter/battery charger. Slide to the included belt loop. For help , see "Loading Paper" on page 20. 12 PB2 Mobile Printer User's Guide Attaches the printer to lock or unlock the battery door. You can also press Feed to a host computer. For more information, see the next...
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... Green Flashing Blue Steady Blue Steady Red Off PB2 is communicating via Bluetooth or 802.11 radio. PB2 is communicating with host in RS-232 or IrDA mode. PB2 is connected to AC power). Battery fully charged (when printer is in RS-232 or IrDA mode. PB2 Mobile Printer User's Guide 13 Low battery charge. Steady...
... Green Flashing Blue Steady Blue Steady Red Off PB2 is communicating via Bluetooth or 802.11 radio. PB2 is communicating with host in RS-232 or IrDA mode. PB2 is connected to AC power). Battery fully charged (when printer is in RS-232 or IrDA mode. PB2 Mobile Printer User's Guide 13 Low battery charge. Steady...
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... Using the Battery and AC Adapter/Charger Use only Intermec battery model 318-040-001. Use of another battery may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. The battery used in the battery compartment. 14 PB2 Mobile Printer User's Guide Do not disassemble, heat above 80... reader error (for optional magnetic stripe reader). Printing pauses until printhead reaches normal operating temperature. To ensure a full charge, make sure the printer is off while the battery is open the battery door to accept data (for optional magnetic stripe reader). To install the battery 1 Slide...
... Using the Battery and AC Adapter/Charger Use only Intermec battery model 318-040-001. Use of another battery may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. The battery used in the battery compartment. 14 PB2 Mobile Printer User's Guide Do not disassemble, heat above 80... reader error (for optional magnetic stripe reader). Printing pauses until printhead reaches normal operating temperature. To ensure a full charge, make sure the printer is off while the battery is open the battery door to accept data (for optional magnetic stripe reader). To install the battery 1 Slide...
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...into the compartment first. To remove the battery • Unlock and open the battery door and tip the printer to one side to lock the latch. The adapter comes with the AC adapter/charger 1 Plug the ...AC adapter into the power connector. 2 Install the appropriate AC plug on the adapter. PB2 Mobile Printer User's Guide 15 Be sure you insert the battery correctly, or you may damage the battery contacts in the... printer. 4 Close the battery door and slide the latch away from the belt loop knob to remove...
...into the compartment first. To remove the battery • Unlock and open the battery door and tip the printer to one side to lock the latch. The adapter comes with the AC adapter/charger 1 Plug the ...AC adapter into the power connector. 2 Install the appropriate AC plug on the adapter. PB2 Mobile Printer User's Guide 15 Be sure you insert the battery correctly, or you may damage the battery contacts in the... printer. 4 Close the battery door and slide the latch away from the belt loop knob to remove...
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... battery charger to AC power. Multiple plug configurations comply with plugs for use the 2-bay charger 1 Plug the AC adapter into the 2-bay charger. 16 PB2 Mobile Printer User's Guide The wall mounted charger is not supplied with most international standards. To use in Korea. 3 Make sure the...
... battery charger to AC power. Multiple plug configurations comply with plugs for use the 2-bay charger 1 Plug the AC adapter into the 2-bay charger. 16 PB2 Mobile Printer User's Guide The wall mounted charger is not supplied with most international standards. To use in Korea. 3 Make sure the...
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If the battery is not charged, the Status LED for maintaining the PB2 battery: • Be sure to use . 2 Connect the adapter to use . Battery Safety Information Follow these tips for that the charger is charged and ready ... power. The Status LEDs turn green, indicating that bay turns red. The battery snaps into one of the bays. 4 Slide the battery towards the LEDs. PB2 Mobile Printer User's Guide 17 Status LEDs 3 With the contacts on the bottom and the arrow pointing toward the LEDs, place a battery into place. When the...
If the battery is not charged, the Status LED for maintaining the PB2 battery: • Be sure to use . 2 Connect the adapter to use . Battery Safety Information Follow these tips for that the charger is charged and ready ... power. The Status LEDs turn green, indicating that bay turns red. The battery snaps into one of the bays. 4 Slide the battery towards the LEDs. PB2 Mobile Printer User's Guide 17 Status LEDs 3 With the contacts on the bottom and the arrow pointing toward the LEDs, place a battery into place. When the...
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• For maximum battery life, Intermec recommends charging the battery at temperatures greater than 40°C (104°F) for long periods of battery according to open the paper compartment door. 18 PB2 Mobile Printer User's Guide the battery may explode. The battery may permanently lose charge capacity. •.... • Do not disassemble, short circuit, heat above 80°C (176°F), or incinerate. For more information, see the PB2 and PB3 Battery Instructions. Do not throw in any way. Otherwise the core will be pulled into the mechanism causing jamming and possible ...
• For maximum battery life, Intermec recommends charging the battery at temperatures greater than 40°C (104°F) for long periods of battery according to open the paper compartment door. 18 PB2 Mobile Printer User's Guide the battery may explode. The battery may permanently lose charge capacity. •.... • Do not disassemble, short circuit, heat above 80°C (176°F), or incinerate. For more information, see the PB2 and PB3 Battery Instructions. Do not throw in any way. Otherwise the core will be pulled into the mechanism causing jamming and possible ...
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The paper supply should unwind from the bottom. 3 Unroll about 3 inches of paper from the roll and position it between the printhead guides. PB2 Mobile Printer User's Guide 19 Printhead guide Printhead guide 4 Close the paper door. The door clicks when completely closed. 5 Press the Power button to turn the printer on. 6 Press and hold the Feed button to verify that the paper advances correctly. 2 Place the 2-inch paper roll into the printer as shown in the next illustration.
The paper supply should unwind from the bottom. 3 Unroll about 3 inches of paper from the roll and position it between the printhead guides. PB2 Mobile Printer User's Guide 19 Printhead guide Printhead guide 4 Close the paper door. The door clicks when completely closed. 5 Press the Power button to turn the printer on. 6 Press and hold the Feed button to verify that the paper advances correctly. 2 Place the 2-inch paper roll into the printer as shown in the next illustration.
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... the belt loop knob into the connector slot on the belt loop and slide the printer down and across against the tear bar, and then tear down until the knob clicks into place. 20 PB2 Mobile Printer User's Guide Pull one edge of the paper against the tear bar to secure it to...
... the belt loop knob into the connector slot on the belt loop and slide the printer down and across against the tear bar, and then tear down until the knob clicks into place. 20 PB2 Mobile Printer User's Guide Pull one edge of the paper against the tear bar to secure it to...
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... If you can print a configuration test page. Note: Do not try to verify correct printer operation. To print a test page 1 Make sure the printer is installed. When the printer starts printing the test page, release the Feed button. 4 To stop or cancel printing ...the test page, press either the Power or Feed button. Use this information for reference when installing the PB2 and to remove the printer from the belt loop, press both latches. PB2 Mobile Printer...
... If you can print a configuration test page. Note: Do not try to verify correct printer operation. To print a test page 1 Make sure the printer is installed. When the printer starts printing the test page, release the Feed button. 4 To stop or cancel printing ...the test page, press either the Power or Feed button. Use this information for reference when installing the PB2 and to remove the printer from the belt loop, press both latches. PB2 Mobile Printer...
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...the Easy Configuration Utility 1 Go to the Intermec website at a baud rate of available downloads, select the Easy Configuration Utility and follow the prompts to download the application. PB2 Mobile Printer User's Guide 23 Use the PB2 & PB3 Easy Configuration Utility to Bluetooth devices... is configured by default for Bluetooth connections at www.intermec.com. 2 Select Support > Downloads. 3 In the Product Category field, select Printers and Media. 4 In the Product Family field, select Mobile Printers. 5 In the Product field, select PB2/PB3 Commercial Mobile Receipt. 6 Click Submit. 7...
...the Easy Configuration Utility 1 Go to the Intermec website at a baud rate of available downloads, select the Easy Configuration Utility and follow the prompts to download the application. PB2 Mobile Printer User's Guide 23 Use the PB2 & PB3 Easy Configuration Utility to Bluetooth devices... is configured by default for Bluetooth connections at www.intermec.com. 2 Select Support > Downloads. 3 In the Product Category field, select Printers and Media. 4 In the Product Family field, select Mobile Printers. 5 In the Product field, select PB2/PB3 Commercial Mobile Receipt. 6 Click Submit. 7...