SATO CT4-LX Barcode Printer User Guide
- June 6, 2024
- SATO
Table of Contents
SATO CT4-LX Barcode Printer
Open Source Software
This printer product includes open source software applied to the open source
software license. Please see our web site for more information.
http://www.satoworldwide.com/licenses/OSS.aspx
This is the quick start guide for your first operation.
For detail, refer to the operator manual available on your region’s website (
www.satoworldwide.com ).
Illustrations used in this quick guide is thermal transfer model unless otherwise specified.
Accessories ( )
ⓐ CT4-LX
ⓑ AC adapter
ⓒ Power cord*
ⓓ Quick guide
ⓔ Global Warranty Program leaflet
ⓕ Documents
ⓖ Core adapters (2)
ⓗ Ribbon core (3 types)
- The shape of power plug varies depending on the region.
Parts Identification ( )
① NFC built-in antenna
② LCD/Touch panel
③ LED indicator
④ (Power/Home) button
⑤ Media discharge outlet
⑥ Cover open latch
⑦ DC input connector
⑧ USB connector (Type B)
⑨ USB connector (Type A)
⑩ LAN connector
⑪ Media loading port
⑫ Print head
⑬ USB connector (Type A) *
⑭ (ribbon cover open) mark
⑮ Top cover
⑯ Media guide
⑰ Platen roller
- This USB connector is inside the top cover.
Options ( )
⑱ Cutter unit ⑲ Dispenser unit
Interface Options
- RS-232C for connection with RS-232C cable
- WLAN/Bluetooth for wireless connection
Connecting the AC Adapter ( )
- Connect the power cord ⓒ to the AC adapter ⓑ.
- Connect the plug of the AC adapter to the DC input connector ⑦ of the CT4-LX ⓐ.
- Plug the power cord into an AC outlet.
Setting the Carbon Ribbon (Thermal transfer model only) ( )
Setting the Core adapter ⓖ with the carbon ribbon
Loading the Carbon Ribbon
- ❶ ❷ Open the top cover and ❸ pull the mark of the ribbon unit (C). The ribbon cover (A) is drawn forward. ❹ ❺ Set the carbon ribbon (B) on the ribbon cover.
- ❶ Attach the carbon ribbon to the ribbon core ⓗ with adhesive tape (D) or the like, and ❷ wind them in the direction of the arrow a few rounds.
- ❶ ❷ Set the ribbon core.
- ❶ Close the ribbon cover (A) , and ❷ turn the dial (E) to wind the carbon ribbon a few rounds. ❸ Close the top cover.
Loading Media ( )
- When the media roll is installed properly, the flap (F) will be vertical.
- Pass the media under the tab (G) at the edge of the media guide ⑯.
- Use only the supply products specified by SATO.
- Adjust the media guide ⑯ to the media size.
Turning on the Power
Press the (Power/Home) button ④.
Turning off the Power
Press the (Power/Home) button ④, then tap ✔ on the LCD/Touch panel ②.
Basic Specifications
Print method: Direct thermal, Thermal transfer
Head density (Resolution): 203 dpi/305 dpi
Model name: CT4-LX
Dimensions: 178 (W) x 238 (D) x 214 (H) mm (7 x 9.4 x 8.4 in.) (not
including protruding parts)
Weight: Direct thermal model: Approx. 3.3 kg (7.3 lb), Thermal transfer
model: Approx. 3.4 kg (7.5 lb) (not including media and options)
Power consumption:
Input power voltage condition: AC 100 – 240 V, 50 – 60 Hz
At peak: 155 VA/95 W (AC100V, 30 % printing ratio)
187 VA/88 W (AC240V, 30 % printing ratio)
Standby: 18 VA/8 W (AC100V), 24 VA/8 W (AC240V)
Power requirements: AC adapter
Input voltage: AC 100 – 240 V, 50 – 60 Hz
Output voltage: DC 24 V ±5 % 2.7 A (DC Symbol )
Maker: Lead Year Enterprise Co., Ltd.
Model: TG16-0064-01
Environmental conditions (Temperature/Humidity):
Operating: 0 – 40 ºC (32 – 104 ºF), 30 – 80 % RH (non-condensing)
Storage: −10 – 60 ºC (14 – 140 ºF), 15 – 90 % RH (non-condensing)
Technical Specification ([B] Bluetooth [W] Wireless LAN [N] NFC)
Frequency band: [B] 2402 – 2480 MHz, [W] 2412 – 2472 MHz, 5180 – 5825
MHz, [N] 13.56 MHz,
Modulation: [B] GFSK, Π/4 DQPSK, 8DQPSK, [W] DSSS, OFDM, [N] NFC Type 2
Tag (Passive),
Channel Spacing: [B] 1 MHz, [W] 5, 20, 40, 80 MHz, Max. output
power: [B] 4 dBm, [W] 20.5 dBm, Antenna gain (2.4 GHz): [B] +5 dBi,
[W] +5 dBi, *Antenna gain (5 GHz):** [W] +5 dBi
- [N] Operating distance of up to 100 mm (depending on various parameters, such as field strength and antenna geometry)
To display the regulatory information on the LCD/Touch panel, tap “Offline” – “ (Setting)” – “Information” – “Regulatory.”
