UBI EasyCoder 501 – User's Manual
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INTRODUCTION
The UBI EasyCoder 501 is a series of modular
multipurpose thermal transfer/direct thermal printers.
They come in three main models intended for different
types of applications:
• EasyCoder 501 is mainly intended to be controlled
by a host computer using standard or custom-made
application software, e.g. the UBI LabelShop label-
design program for Microsoft Windows. Being a
low-cost alternative, it has a somewhat lower print
speed and fewer options than the other members of
this printer family. EasyCoder 501 can be fitted with
an optional scalable fonts kit that allows the use of
outline fonts in Speedo and TrueType format. Exter-
nally, the EasyCoder 501 is distinguished by the
single Print key on its front panel.
• EasyCoder 501 E (Enhanced) offers higher print
speed and a larger keyboard than EasyCoder 501.
The large number options in regard of media hand-
ling and computer connection makes this printer a
highly flexible alternative. It is recommended for
installations, where you want to switch between
different application programs, or create your own
programs in the built-in UBI Fingerprint program-
ming language. EasyCoder 501 E can, as an option,
be fitted with a scalable fonts kit that allows the use
of outline fonts in Speedo and TrueType format. This
printer model can easily be recognized by its 22-key
membrane keyboard.
• EasyCoder 501 SA is just as quick and flexible as the
EasyCoder 501 E model, but is fitted with a special
“Stand-Alone” software, which allows the printer to
be operated independently, without any computer
connection. This printer model is fitted with a large
built-in alphanumeric keyboard. The EasyCoder
501 SA can easily be “docked” to a personal compu-
ter and loaded with label texts and formats created in
the UBI LabelShop label-editing program running
under Microsoft Windows.
Information on the different models and options can be
found in the Technical Manual, which also describes
installation and computer connection.
The following manuals may be of interest to the
operator or programmer:
• UBI EasyCoder 501, Operator's Guide
• UBI Shell Standard, Startup Manual
• UBI Shell Enhanced, Startup Manual
• UBI Stand-Alone Concept, Operating Instructions
• UBI EasyCoder 501, Technical Manual
• UBI Fingerprint Direct, Programmer's Guide
• UBI Fingerprint, Programmer's Guide
• UBI Fingerprint, Reference Manual
• UBI LabelShop, various manuals
• UBI Windows Driver, Installation Instructions
• UBI Macintosh Driver, Installation Instructions
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