star 3Label-m Receipt Printer User Guide

star 3Label-m Receipt Printer

Product Information

Specifications

• Model: mC-Label3
• Model Number: MCL32CBI
• Power Source: AC Adapter
• Connectivity: USB, LAN, Bluetooth
• Operating System Compatibility: Android, Windows, iOS

Product Usage Instructions

Before Use

Please remove the protective parts inside the printer and the silica gel on the bottom of the printer before initial use.

Turning ON the Main Unit Power

1. Securely plug the power cable (for the AC adapter) fully into the AC adapter inlet.
2. Connect the AC adapter plug to the power connector of the printer ensuring correct orientation.
3. Insert the power cable plug into the electrical outlet.
4. Press the power switch on the side of the printer. The Power LED should blink red during startup.

Connecting a Tablet or PC via USB or LAN Cable

Connect an appropriate cable to the connector on the printer based on your operating environment:

• For USB connection: Use the USB cable (C-C for Android, Windows; C-A for Windows) included with the printer.
• For LAN connection: Use the LAN cable included with the printer.

Connecting a Tablet or PC via Bluetooth

Follow these steps based on your device’s operating system:

• iOS: Open Bluetooth settings and select the displayed device name (mC-Label3-Xnnnn).
• Android: Connect via Bluetooth using Utility or through Settings – Connected devices – Bluetooth.
• Windows: Open Settings – Devices – Bluetooth & other devices, turn on Bluetooth, and select the device name (mC-Label3-Xnnnn).

Preparing/Setting Up the Configuration App

To complete settings for printer usage from a tablet or PC, scan the QR code on the right side of the printer or search for the configuration app to access the download site.

FAQ

What’s Included?

If contents are missing or damaged, please contact the reseller that sold you the printer. The package should include:

• mC-Label3 Printer
• AC Adapter
• Power Cable
• USB Cables
• LAN Cable

Introduction

This document explains the setup procedure for the mC-Label3. For further instructions, please refer to the mC-Label3 online manual. Please read the instructions before using the printer. You can also see FAQ from the QR code on the inside of the printer.

What’s Included

If contents are missing or damaged, please contact the reseller that sold you the printer.

Before Use
Please remove the protective part inside the printer and the silica gel on the bottom of the printer.

Connecting a Tablet or PC

(For Connecting via a USB or LAN Cable)

Connect an appropriate cable to the connector on the printer according to your oper-ating environment.

Turning ON the Main Unit Power

• Securely plug the power cable (for the AC adapter) fully into the AC adapter inlet ❶ .
• Connect the AC adapter plug to the power connector of the printer. Be sure that it is oriented correctly ❷ .
• Insert the power cable plug into the electrical outlet ❸ .
• Press the power switch on the side of the printer ❹ .
• During startup, the lighting and blinking pattern of the Power LED changes.
• Confirm that the Power LED blinks red ❺ .

Connecting a Tablet or PC

(For Connecting via Bluetooth)

The device name (mC-Label3-Xnnnn) that is displayed during pairing is indicated in the ID seal (No.) on the back of the printer. “nnnn” stands for the last 4 digits of No. and “X” stands for alphabets (A to L).

iOS
Open the smartphone/tablet settings screen and select Bluetooth.

Android
You can easily connect via Bluetooth using Util-ity. If you use Utility, proceed to 4 “Preparing/ setting up the configuration app”.
Open the smartphone/tablet Settings – Connected devices and select Bluetooth.

Windows

This procedure is for the Windows 10 envi-ronment. For other environments, refer to the Online Manual.
Open Settings and select [Devices] – [Blue- tooth & other devices].
Turn on Bluetooth.

Preparing/setting up the configuration app

You can complete the settings up to start using the printer from a tablet or PC by using the configuration app. Scan the QR code on the right side or search the app to access the download site.

iOS/Android

1. Install [ Star Quick Setup Utility ].
2. Open the configuration utility, and select [ Start Guide (Initial Settings)] – [Search Printer].
3. Follow the instructions of the utility to connect and set up a tablet.
   For a wired LAN connection, use the tablet that is connected to the same network as the MC-Label3.

Windows

1. Download [ Star Windows Software ].
2. Extract the downloaded software and execute “Setup.exe”.
3. Follow the wizard instructions and complete software installation.
   The Windows driver is included in the Star Windows Software. The Star Windows Software can be used to configure the printer settings and perform an operation test.

Driver download site for Mac / Linux environment. (https://www.star-m.jp /supportsite-wsw.html)

How to install the paper roll

The following instructions are explained in detail in the configuration app that is mentioned in “4 Preparing/setting up the configuration app”.

Types of paper roll that can be used

• Open the printer cover
  Pull the cover opening lever toward you ❶ and open the printer cov-er ❷ .

• Adjusting the paper guide
  While pinching the paper guide lever ❸ , slide it to the left and right sides ❹ . Adjust the guide to the position of the paper width to be used by referring to the scale.

• Installing the paper roll
  Pay attention to the orientation of the paper roll to insert it in the direction that is indicated by the arrow ❺ so that the paper guide shafts (on the left and right) are inserted into the paper roll tube.
  Be careful that the paper roll does not fall out of the the paper guide shafts. If the paper roll falls into the printer, it is detected as a paper position error and you cannot print.

• Close the cover
  Pull out the edge of the paper roll horizontally ❻ . While keeping the paper roll level, close the printer cover ❼ . For a linerless label, be careful that the adhesive side does not stick to the printer.
  Remove the paper roll that exceeds the printer cover ❽ .
  When using a linerless label (without using black marks), now the paper loading is completed.
  If you use other paper, you need to continue to set up. For details, refer to the Online Manual.

Periodic Maintenance

Cleaning the printer periodically keeps the print quality and prevents dirt from adhering to the printed paper roll.
The information LED on the front of the printer notifies you when it is time to clean the printer. For details about how to clean the printer, refer to the Online Manual by scanning the QR code inside of the printer.

The “platen unit” and “cutter unit” inside the printer are consumable parts that need to be replaced depending on the amount of use.
Each of them can be replaced without using tools (toolless).

What Star Quick Setup Utility Can Do

• Initial settings (We recommend using Utility)
  By using Utility, you will be guided through the printer settings that are suitable for the operat-ing situation with animations.

• One Touch Label settings
  You can register images such as store logos or others to the printer. After registration, you can easily print the registered original image on labels by simply pressing the Multi-function button on the front of the printer.

• Flexible connection settings
  You can configure our original network connections such as StedyLAN or TetherLAN.

Sign Up for Star Micronics Cloud Services

FREE services are available if you register mC-Label3 with Star Micronics Cloud Services.

1. Connect the printer to the internet. Refer to “Wired LAN” in Step 1 “Con-necting a Tablet or PC (For Connecting via a LAN Cable)”.
2. Scan the QR code from a smartphone or tablet to access the registration site for “Star Micronics Cloud Services”.
3. Follow the procedures to register the printer with “Star Micronics Cloud Services” to start using the services.

Recommended Star Micronics Cloud Services for mC-Lable3

• Device Monitor
  You can check the status of the printer and set email notifications for parts cleaning and replacement.

• Label Builder
  It allows anyone to create label data intuitively.
  The created data can be directly printed or registered to One Touch Label.

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