SATO CT4i Series Barcode Printer User Guide

: June 16, 2024
: SATO

Table of Contents

SATO CT4i Series Barcode Printer
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
Quick Guide
Technical Specification
Basic Specifications
OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS
CT4i Series
Names of Parts
References
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SATO CT4i Series Barcode Printer

Product Information

Specifications

Model Name: CT408i DT/CT412i DT/CT408i TT/CT412i TT/CT424i DT/CT424i TT
Print Method: Direct thermal, Direct thermal and Thermal transfer
Head Density (Resolution):
- CT408i: 203 dpi (8 dots/mm)
- CT412i: 305 dpi (12 dots/mm)
- CT424i: 600 dpi (23.6 dots/mm)
Dimensions: 198 (W) X 247 (D) X 181 (H) mm (7.8 X 9.7 X 7.1) except protruding parts
Weight: 3 kg (6.6 lbs)
Power Requirements (AC adapter):
- Input: AC 100 V, 50 Hz
- Output: DC 25 V, 2.0 A
Power Consumption: 90 W (at 30% printing ratio)
Environmental Conditions (Temperature/Humidity): Operating temperature: 5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F), Humidity: 30% to 85% RH (non-condensing)

Product Usage Instructions

Step 1: Setup and Installation

Unbox the barcode printer and remove all packaging materials.
Connect the AC adapter to the power source and plug it into the barcode printer.
Connect the barcode printer to your computer using a USB cable or any other compatible interface.
Install the necessary printer drivers and software on your computer.

Step 2: Loading Labels/Ribbons

To load labels:

Open the label holder by pulling the release lever.
Place the roll of labels onto the label holder, ensuring it is aligned properly.
Thread the labels through the print head and sensor.
Close the label holder, making sure it locks securely.

To load ribbons (for thermal transfer printing):

Open the ribbon holder by pulling the release lever.
Place the ribbon roll onto the ribbon holder, ensuring it is aligned properly.
Thread the ribbon through the print head and sensor.
Close the ribbon holder, making sure it locks securely.

Step 3: Printing

Open the software or application you will be using to print barcodes.
Select the appropriate printer settings, such as label size, print density, and orientation.
Design your barcode or import a pre-designed barcode file.
Send the print job to the barcode printer and wait for it to complete.

FAQ

Q: What is the maximum output power of the barcode printer?
A: The maximum output power is 23 dBm.
Q: What is the resolution of the barcode printer?
A: The resolution depends on the model:
- CT408i: 203 dpi (8 dots/mm)
- CT412i: 305 dpi (12 dots/mm)
- CT424i: 600 dpi (23.6 dots/mm)
Q: What are the environmental conditions for operating the barcode printer?
A: The operating temperature should be between 5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F), and the humidity should be between 30% to 85% RH (non-condensing).

Quick Guide

2nd edition: Jan 2017 Q04832801
First edition: Mar 2016
©2017 SATO CORPORATION

Noise(EMC)standards

FCC PART15B Class B, EN55022, EN55024, EN55032, CCC, KC
Safety standards
CB IEC 60950-1, UL60950-1, CSA C22.2, EN 60950-1, CCC, KC

Technical Specification

Technical Specification|
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| RFID
Frequency band| 13.56 MHz
Modulation| ASK
Max. output power| ≦23 dBm
Antenna Gain| -65 dBi

Basic Specifications

PRINT SPECIFICATIONS

Model name| CT408i DT/CT412i DT/ CT424i DT| CT408i TT/CT412i TT/ CT424i TT
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Print method| Direct thermal| Direct thermal and Thermal transfer
Head density (Resolution)|

CT408i: 203 dpi (8 dots/mm)
CT412i: 305 dpi (12 dots/mm)
CT424i: 600 dpi (23.6 dots/mm)

OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS

Dimensions
198 (W) X 247 (D) X 181 (H) mm (7.8” X 9.7” X 7.1”) except protruding parts

Weight
3 kg (6.6 lbs )
Power requirements (AC adapter)

Input voltage: AC 100 – 240 V, ±10 %, 50 – 60 Hz
Output: DC 25 V, 2.0 A

Power consumption
Input power voltage condition: AC 100 V, 50 Hz 90 W (at 30 % printing ratio)

Environmental conditions (Temperature/Humidity)

Operating: 5 – 35 ºC (41 – 95 ºF), 30 – 80 % RH (non- condensing)
Storage: -5 – 60 ºC (23 – 140 ºF), 30 – 90 % RH (non- condensing)

CT4i Series

Interface

Turn off the power before connecting the interface cable to the printer.

Options

Accessories

Turning on the Power

The shape of power plug varies depending on the region in which it was purchased.
Use only the specified AC adapter
Manufacturer: Lead Year Enterprise Co.,Ltd.
Model name: TG-5011-25V-ES / TG15-5011-25V