Recording apparatus

Abstract

A recording apparatus in which a user can move a light emitting portion and a light receiving portion of a transmission-type sensor in a width direction of a label includes an execution device configured to be able to select a position adjustment mode and configured to execute the position adjustment mode, in which a light emitting portion and a light receiving portion of the transmission-type sensor are moved in a width direction of the label when the position adjustment mode is selected by the user. When the positions of the light-emitting portion and the light-receiving portion are not aligned, the notification device is caused to perform notification, and when the positions of the light-emitting portion and the light-receiving portion are aligned, the notification device is not caused to perform notification.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a recording device for recording labels affixed to sheets. Background Technology

[0002] When images are sequentially recorded onto a large number of labels pasted at regular intervals on a long backing paper, the leading edge of the transmitted labels needs to be detected to determine the start position of recording. Traditionally, a transmission sensor is used to detect the label leading edge, in which a light-emitting part and a light-receiving part are arranged facing each other, a recording medium is transmitted between them, and the label leading edge is detected based on the difference in light transmittance between only the portion of the backing paper and the portion of the label pasted onto the backing paper.

[0003] At this point, as long as the label has a typical rectangular shape, the leading edge of the label can be easily detected even if the transmissive sensor is positioned anywhere along the label's width. However, in the case of irregular labels other than rectangular ones, the leading edge of the label may not be detected correctly depending on the position of the transmissive sensor along the label's width.

[0004] Therefore, a structure has been disclosed in which the light-emitting part and the light-receiving part are respectively configured to slide in the width direction of the label, and the light-emitting part and the light-receiving part are moved according to the paper type (Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2018-69579).

[0005] According to this design, the leading edge of the label can be accurately detected by positioning the transmissive sensor at the leading edge of the label according to the label shape.

[0006] In Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2018-69579, if the positions of the light-emitting part and the light-receiving part are not aligned, the recording device cannot detect the markings on the paper when the paper is being fed, thus causing an error.

[0007] After adjusting the positions of the light-emitting and light-receiving parts, if the recording device starts paper feeding and then an error occurs, the user will know that the light-emitting and light-receiving parts are not aligned. Therefore, the problem is that when the user adjusts the positions of the light-emitting and light-receiving parts, they cannot know whether the light-emitting and light-receiving parts are in a position where they can detect the tag. Summary of the Invention

[0008] The present invention was made in view of the above-mentioned problems. The object of the present invention is to provide a recording device that enables the user to know whether the light-emitting part and the light-receiving part of the detection unit for detecting tags using transmitted light are in a state capable of detecting tags when the user adjusts the position of the light-emitting part and the light-receiving part of the detection unit for detecting tags using transmitted light.

[0009] To achieve the above objectives, a representative configuration according to the present invention includes: a conveying device configured to convey a tag; a light-emitting unit configured to be movable in the width direction of the tag and configured to emit light; a light-receiving unit configured to be movable in the width direction of the tag and configured to receive light from the light-emitting unit; a detection unit configured to detect the leading edge of the tag conveyed by the conveying device based on the output of the light-receiving unit; a recording device configured to perform recording on the tag based on the detection result of the detection unit; a notification device configured to notify a user; and an execution device configured to select a position adjustment mode and to execute the position adjustment mode, wherein, during the period when the user selects the position adjustment mode, if the positions of the light-emitting unit and the light-receiving unit are not aligned, the notification device executes the notification, and during the period when the user selects the position adjustment mode, if the positions of the light-emitting unit and the light-receiving unit are aligned, the notification device does not execute the notification.

[0010] Other features of the invention will become apparent from the following description of exemplary embodiments with reference to the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0011] Figure 1 This is a view showing the appearance of the recording device.

[0012] Figure 2 It is a cross-sectional view showing a schematic structure of the recording device.

[0013] Figure 3 This is an explanatory diagram of the label sheet.

[0014] Figure 4 It is a control block diagram of the recording device.

[0015] Figure 5 This is a view showing the structure of the light-emitting unit.

[0016] Figure 6 This is a view showing the structure of the light receiving unit.

[0017] Figure 7 This is a view showing the positional relationship between the recording head, media sensor, and transfer roller.

[0018] Figure 8 This is a view showing the detection of rectangular labels in a label sheet.

[0019] Figure 9 This is a view showing the detection of non-rectangular labels in a label sheet.

[0020] Figures 10A to 10F This is a layout diagram of the screen displaying the alignment of the transmissive sensor's upper / lower position on the LCD of the recording device's control unit.

[0021] Figure 11This is a flowchart illustrating an example of aligning the upper / lower position of a transmissive sensor in a recording device.

[0022] Figure 12A and Figure 12B This is a layout diagram of the display screen showing the alignment status of the transmissive sensor on the LCD of the recording device's control unit.

[0023] Figure 13 This is a view of the appearance of the recording device in the second embodiment.

[0024] Figure 14 This is a view of the recording device according to the second embodiment, viewed from a rear-facing angle.

[0025] Figure 15 This is a view of the recording device in the second embodiment with the cover open.

[0026] Figure 16 yes Figure 15 A magnified view of a portion of it. Detailed Implementation

[0027] <First Embodiment>

[0028] Next, a recording device according to a first embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0029] <Overall Structure of Recording Equipment>

[0030] Figure 1 This is a perspective view showing a recording apparatus according to this embodiment. The recording apparatus 100 includes: an apparatus body 101, an operation unit 102 including an LCD and a touch panel as a display panel; and a sheet holder 103 configured to hold a label sheet for winding a long sheet with labels attached into a roll. On the label sheet, a plurality of labels are attached at regular intervals to the long sheet, which serves as backing paper.

[0031] While the label sheet is being conveyed via a conveyor, the recording device 100 prints image data received from the host computer 104 onto a label pasted on the label sheet. The recording device 100 and the host computer 104 are connected via a printer cable 105.

[0032] Figure 2This is a schematic cross-sectional view of the recording device 100. The recording device 100 is configured to have a transfer unit 201 transfer a label sheet 200, which serves as a recording medium, loaded in a sheet holder 103. The label sheet 200 is transferred by a transfer roller 202 and a clamping roller 203 of the transfer unit 201, which serves as a transfer device, and a conveyor belt 207. A fan 208 is provided inside the transfer unit 201, and negative pressure is generated by the fan 208, so that the transfer unit 201 transfers the label sheet 200 while simultaneously adsorbing it onto the conveyor belt 207.

[0033] like Figure 3 As shown, the label sheet 200, which serves as the recording medium, is obtained by winding a continuous sheet into a roll, and the labels 702 are pasted onto a long backing paper 701 at equal intervals. The recording device 100 conveys the label sheet 200 and performs recording on the labels 702.

[0034] The recording device in this embodiment is an inkjet recording device, which includes a recording means configured to perform recording by ejecting ink, and as follows: Figure 2 As shown, a recording head 209 with numerous nozzles for discharging ink is held facing the surface of the conveyor belt 207 for transporting the recording medium. An ink reservoir (not shown) is connected to the recording head 209. During recording, an image is recorded on a tag 702 by discharging ink from the recording head 209 onto a tag sheet 200 transported by the transport unit 201 according to an image signal.

[0035] In the conveying direction of the label sheet 200, a label detection sensor 210 capable of detecting the leading edge of the label 702 adhered to the label sheet 200 is positioned upstream of the recording head 209. In this embodiment, the label detection sensor 210 is a transmissive sensor constructed by combining a light-emitting unit 211 including a light-emitting portion and a light-receiving unit 212 including a light-receiving portion. The transmissive sensor 210 emits light from the light-emitting portion of the light-emitting unit 211, and the light-receiving unit 212 receives the light transmitted through the label 702 on the label sheet 200. The light-receiving unit 212 outputs a signal corresponding to the intensity of the received light.

[0036] <Controller>

[0037] Figure 4 This is a block diagram illustrating the construction of a controller that controls the operation of the recording device 100 in this embodiment. The recording device 100 performs transfer and recording operations on the recording medium based on control signals from the controller.

[0038] exist Figure 4In the accompanying drawing, reference numeral 301 indicates the main controller that controls the entire recording device, and functions as a storage device configured to store data, a data control device, and a setting device configured to change device operation based on set data. The main controller 301 is connected to the host computer 104 and exchanges signals with it. Reference numeral 302 indicates a ROM connected to the main controller 301 that stores control programs, etc., and the main controller 301 uses RAM 303 as its working memory according to these programs.

[0039] Reference numeral 304 indicates an image buffer configured to store image data sent from the host computer 104. Reference numeral 305 indicates a head drive circuit configured to drive a heating element built into the recording head 209, and a driver controller 306 connected to the main controller 301 controls the head drive circuit 305 based on the bitmap format image data stored in the image buffer, thereby recording an image. Reference numeral 307 indicates a drive circuit configured to drive a transport motor 206 disposed in the transport unit 201, and controlled by the main controller 301.

[0040] Then, the images displayed on the LCD of the operation unit 102 and the behavior when the user operates the touch panel of the operation unit 102 are also controlled by the main controller 301. Furthermore, the main controller 301 receives data from the sensor circuit 309... Figure 2 The main controller 301 detects the leading edge of the tag 702 on the tag sheet 200 based on the signal output from the light receiving unit 212 when the tag sheet 200 passes between the light emitting unit 211 and the light receiving unit 212, and sets the recording start timing for the tag 702.

[0041] <Moving structure of light-emitting unit and light-receiving unit>

[0042] In this embodiment, the recording device is configured such that the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving unit 212 can be moved appropriately according to the shape of the label, so that the leading edge position of the label can be detected even in the case of irregular labels.

[0043] Figure 5 This is a view showing the light-emitting unit 211 of the transmissive sensor 210. The light-emitting unit 211 includes a light-emitting portion. The light-emitting unit 211 is connected to a first knob 213, which is an operating part operated by a user. The first knob 213 is movable along a first axis 215. The first axis is set in a direction perpendicular to the transmission direction (arrow A). When the user operates the first knob 213, the light-emitting unit 211 moves along the first axis 215.

[0044] Figure 6This is a view showing the light receiving unit 212 of the transmissive sensor 210. The light receiving unit 212, including the light receiving section, is located above the light emitting unit 211. The light receiving unit 212 is connected to a second knob 214, which serves as an operation section operated by the user. The second knob 214 is movable along a second axis 216. The second axis 216 is arranged parallel to the first axis 215. When the user operates the second knob 214, the light receiving unit 212 moves along the second axis 216. Note that even without a specific operation section operated by the user, it is sufficient as long as the user can move the light emitting section and the light receiving section along the width direction of the label.

[0045] When the light-emitting unit 211 emits light while the light-emitting part of the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving part of the light-receiving unit 212 are facing each other, the light-receiving unit 212 outputs a signal corresponding to the amount of light received from the light-emitting unit 211.

[0046] Note that the first axis 215 and the second axis 216 are arranged along a direction perpendicular to the transmission direction (arrow A) and perpendicular to the direction in which the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving unit 212 face each other (the width direction of the recording medium).

[0047] Figure 7 This is a view showing the positional relationship between the transmissive sensor 210, the recording head 209, and the conveyor roller 202. The transmissive sensor 210 is positioned upstream of the recording head 209 and downstream of the conveyor roller 202 in the conveying direction A of the label sheet 200. Since the recording start timing of the recording head 209 needs to be set after the position of the leading edge (downstream end) of the label 702 is detected, the transmissive sensor 210 needs to be located upstream of the recording head 209; in other words, upstream of the area B where the recording head performs recording.

[0048] Furthermore, a shorter distance between the transmissive sensor 210 and region B is advantageous in order to accurately transfer the tag 702 to region B after it is detected by the transmissive sensor 210. This is because the longer the distance used to transfer the tag sheet 200 to region B after the transmissive sensor 210 detects the tag, the more susceptible the tag sheet is to the transfer accuracy deviation of the transfer unit 201.

[0049] Therefore, by arranging the transmissive sensor 210 upstream of the recording head 209 and downstream of the conveyor roller 202 in the direction of the label sheet conveying direction A, the label sheet 200 can be conveyed accurately and a recorded image can be formed at the correct position relative to the label 702.

[0050] Note that the first knob 213 and the second knob 214 are positioned upstream of the conveyor roller 202 in the conveying direction (arrow A). This arrangement easily ensures space for the user to operate the knobs and improves operability.

[0051] Furthermore, when the tag passes between the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving unit 212, the transmissive sensor 210 detects the leading edge of the tag by observing changes in the amount of light received by the light-receiving unit 212. Depending on the thickness of the tag, the light emitted from the light-emitting portion of the light-emitting unit 211 may be completely blocked by the tag. Even in this case, the output of the light-receiving unit 212 differs between a tag-free state and a tag-containing state between the light-emitting portion of the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving portion of the light-receiving unit 212. Therefore, the leading edge of the tag can be detected based on changes in the output of the light-receiving unit 212.

[0052] <Movement of the light-emitting unit and the light-receiving unit>

[0053] Next, the construction for moving the movable light-emitting unit 211 and light-receiving unit 212 as described above to a position facing each other will be described.

[0054] Figure 8 This is a view showing the case where the label 702, pasted on the backing paper 701 of the label sheet 200, is rectangular. When the label 702 is rectangular, as long as the transmissive sensor 210 overlaps with the label 702 in the width direction, the timing for detecting the leading edge of the label 702 on the label sheet 200, conveyed in the direction of arrow A, is the same regardless of the position of the transmissive sensor 210. Therefore, by detecting with the transmissive sensor 210 positioned at position C where it overlaps with the label 702 in the width direction, the recording start timing of the label 702 can be correctly set.

[0055] on the other hand, Figure 9 This is a view showing an irregular label 703 having a non-rectangular shape and being pasted onto a backing paper 701 of a label sheet 200. The difference in E occurs when the transmissive sensor 210, positioned at position C of the irregular label 703 being conveyed in the direction of arrow A, performs detection, and when the transmissive sensor 210, positioned at position D of the leading edge of the irregular label 703 in the conveying direction, performs detection.

[0056] Therefore, when detection is performed by the transmissive sensor 210 located at position C, the recording start timing of the irregular tag 703 cannot be correctly set. On the other hand, when recording the irregular tag 703, the recording start timing of the irregular tag 703 can be correctly set by the user moving the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving unit 212 of the transmissive sensor 210 to position D.

[0057] However, as described above, when the user moves the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving unit 212 to a predetermined position in the width direction of the label, it is not easy to visually align the positions of units 211 and 212 to detect the positional relationship of the label. Therefore, in this embodiment, a notification is given regarding whether the light-emitting part of the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving part of the light-receiving unit 212 are aligned.

[0058] Specifically, when the user moves the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving unit 212 to align them, if the user clicks the "transmissive sensor up / down position alignment key" on the display screen on the LCD of the operation unit 102, the recording device 100 enters the position adjustment mode, and displays the following on the LCD display screen: Figures 10A to 10F The screen shown illustrates the steps for aligning the upper / lower position of a transmissive sensor. When the user performs the upper / lower position alignment of the transmissive sensor, according to... Figure 11 The steps in the flowchart shown are for performing position alignment control of the transmissive sensor. Note that the upper / lower position alignment of the transmissive sensor refers to aligning the positions of the light receiving part of the light receiving unit 212 located on the upper side of the transport path of the label sheet 200 and the light emitting part of the light emitting unit 211 located on the lower side in the width direction of the label sheet 200.

[0059] When the scheduled time has elapsed or the next key 534 is clicked (see...) Figures 10A to 10F When the alignment operation is initiated, the explanations displayed on the screen of the operation unit 102 switch sequentially to explain the alignment operation. In this embodiment, if the label sheet (paper) 200 is already placed in the recording device 100 when the upper / lower position alignment of the transmissive sensor begins, the message "Remove the label sheet 200 from the recording device 100" is displayed. Figure 10A When a rectangular label is affixed to the user-defined label sheet 200, the explanation prompts the user to move the transmissive sensor 210 to a predetermined position where the label can be detected (in this example). Figure 10B (The location of the triangle mark shown), and in the case where the pasted label is an irregular label that is not rectangular, an explanation of moving the transmissive sensor 210 to the leading edge of the irregular label is shown. Figure 10C ).

[0060] When the light-emitting part of the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving part of the light-receiving unit 212 are not aligned, the red LED, which serves as a notification device, flashes, and an explanatory screen indicating that the buzzer should sound is displayed. Figure 10D When the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving unit 212 are aligned vertically, an explanatory screen is displayed showing the indicator LED lighting up green and the buzzer stopping. Figure 10E ).

[0061] Finally, after the upper / lower positions of the transmissive sensor 210 are aligned, an explanatory screen prompting the user to re-set the label sheet (paper) 200 is displayed. Figure 10F ).

[0062] Users should perform alignment of the transmissive sensor according to the above explanation. (Refer to...) Figure 11 The flowchart describes the control steps at this point.

[0063] When the recording device 100 enters the position adjustment mode, the user begins to control the alignment of the position between the light-emitting part of the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving part of the light-receiving unit 212 (S600). If the tag sheet 200 is placed on the recording device 100 according to the content displayed on the LCD, the user removes the tag sheet 200 from the recording device 100 (S601). Furthermore, when the recording device enters the position adjustment mode, the main controller 301 begins to emit light from the light-emitting part of the light-emitting unit 211.

[0064] When the label pasted on the user-set label sheet 200 is a rectangular label 702 (as in S602), the user first operates the second knob 214 to move the lower light-emitting unit 211 to a predetermined position where the label can be detected. Figure 8 (S603). Then, the user operates the first knob 213 to move the upper light receiving unit 212 to a predetermined position where the tag can be detected (S604).

[0065] On the other hand, if the label pasted on the user-set label sheet 200 is an irregular label 703 other than a rectangle ("No" in S602), the user operates the second knob 214 to move the light-emitting part of the light-emitting unit 211 to the position of the leading edge of the irregular label 703. Figure 9 Position D is shown (S605). Then, the user operates the first knob 213 to move the light receiving section of the light receiving unit 212 to the position of the leading edge of the irregular label (S606).

[0066] When the user moves the transmissive sensor 210 and the positions of the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving unit 212 are not aligned ("No" in S607), the LCD displays as follows: Figure 12AThe alignment status is displayed on the screen. When the light-emitting part of the light-emitting unit 211 of the transmissive sensor 210 and the light-receiving part of the light-receiving unit 212 are not in a positional relationship that can detect the tag, and when the positions are misaligned, the display indicates "inconsistent" (S608). The LED flashes red (S609), and the buzzer sounds (S610) to notify the user. The user moves the upper light-receiving unit 212 until the light-emitting part and the light-receiving part of the transmissive sensor are aligned (S611).

[0067] On the other hand, when the light-emitting part of the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving part of the light-receiving unit 212 of the transmissive sensor are aligned, that is, when the tag can be detected (as in S607), the display... Figure 12B The display screen showing the position adjustment status of the transmissive sensor indicates that the positions of the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving unit 212 of the transmissive sensor 210 are aligned and the display of the detected tag is shown as "consistent" (S612). The LED lights up green (S613) and the buzzer stops (S614) to notify the user.

[0068] After the positions of the light-emitting part of the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving part of the light-receiving unit 212 are changed to a state where the tag can be detected, as described above, the user sets the tag sheet 200 again (S615) and ends the position alignment process of the transmissive sensor (S616). When the sensor position alignment process is completed, the main controller 301 stops the light emission from the light-emitting unit 211.

[0069] Here, when the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving unit 212 are moved, whether these two units are in a positional relationship that allows them to detect a tag is determined by the amount of light received by the light-receiving section of the light-receiving unit 212. Specifically, when the user moves the light-emitting unit 211 by performing position adjustment of the transmissive sensor and then moves the light-receiving unit, and when the light-receiving section of the light-receiving unit 212 detects that the amount of light emitted from the light-emitting section of the light-emitting unit 211 is equal to or greater than a preset threshold, it is determined that the light-receiving section of the light-receiving unit 212 and the light-emitting section of the light-emitting unit 211 are in a positional relationship that allows them to detect a tag, and the positions of these two units are aligned. Conversely, when the light-receiving unit is moved and the amount of light from the light-emitting section of the light-emitting unit 211 detected by the light-receiving section of the light-receiving unit 212 is less than the threshold, it is determined that the light-receiving section of the light-receiving unit 212 and the light-emitting section of the light-emitting unit 211 are not in a positional relationship that allows them to detect a tag, and the positions of these two units are not aligned.

[0070] In other words, whether the positions of the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving unit 212 are aligned is determined by whether the light-receiving part of the light-receiving unit 212 can receive the amount of light required to detect the tag 703. Therefore, even if the positions of the light-emitting part of the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving part of the light-receiving unit 212 are not precisely aligned, as long as the amount of light required to detect the tag 703 can be received, it can be determined that the positions of the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving part 212 are aligned. Even if the positions of the light-emitting part of the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving part of the light-receiving unit 212 are offset by approximately The label detection sensor 210 can also detect label 703 even with a deviation of approximately 2 mm. The 2 mm measurement also allows for the alignment of the light-emitting portion of the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving portion of the light-receiving unit 212.

[0071] As described above, in the recording device of this embodiment, when the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving unit 212 of the transmissive sensor 210 are moved, the alignment of the light-emitting part of the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving part of the light-receiving unit 212 is determined based on the amount of light received by the light-receiving part of the light-receiving unit 212. In position adjustment mode, when units 211 and 212 are not aligned, the user is notified of the misalignment by a buzzer sounding or a red LED flashing (as a notification device). When the units are aligned, the user is notified of alignment by the buzzer stopping and the LED lighting up green. In other words, a notification is executed that enables a user with normal vision and hearing to determine whether the light-emitting part of the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving part of the light-receiving unit 212 are aligned. As a result, the user can easily determine whether the positions of the light-emitting part of the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving part of the light-receiving unit 212 are aligned through the notification from the notification device, and can move the light-emitting unit and the light-receiving part. That is, when the user adjusts the position of the light-emitting part and the light-receiving part, the user can know whether the positions of the light-emitting part and the light-receiving part are aligned.

[0072] Note that in this example, the buzzer sounds when the light-emitting part of the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving part of the light-receiving unit 212 are misaligned, and stops when they are aligned. However, this configuration can be reversed. That is, the buzzer may not sound when the light-emitting part of the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving part of the light-receiving unit 212 are misaligned, and it may sound when they are aligned to notify the user. Furthermore, the buzzer sound when aligned and the buzzer sound when misaligned can be used to change the pitch or to change between continuous and intermittent sounds.

[0073] Furthermore, in this example, it is assumed that when the light-emitting part of the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving part of the light-receiving unit 212 are misaligned, a notification is given by sounding a buzzer and flashing a red LED. However, the notification content can be changed based on the offset between the positions of the light-emitting part of the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving part of the light-receiving unit 212. For example, as the offset between the positions of the light-emitting part of the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving part of the light-receiving unit 212 decreases, the interval of the buzzer sound narrows, the pitch of the buzzer sound increases, the red flashing period of the LED shortens, the color of the LED changes, or the display content of the LCD changes. As a result, the user can know whether the offset between the positions of the light-emitting part of the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving part of the light-receiving unit 212 is large or small.

[0074] Furthermore, this embodiment has described the use of LEDs to notify the user, but other light-emitting bodies such as light bulbs can also be used.

[0075] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the operation part for moving the light-emitting unit 211 and the operation part for moving the light-receiving unit 212 by user operation are set as knobs. However, by using the operation part as a dial, a dial for moving the light-emitting unit 211 and a dial for moving the light-receiving unit 212 can be provided.

[0076] <Second Embodiment>

[0077] Reference Figures 13 to 16 The second embodiment is described.

[0078] Figure 13 This is a perspective view showing the external appearance of the recording device 1001 according to this embodiment. The recording device 1001 includes a roll cover 1002 that can be opened and closed by a user.

[0079] Figure 14 and Figure 15 This is a three-dimensional view of the recording device 1001 as seen from a diagonal rear view. Figure 14 The image shows the closed state of the roll cover 1002. Figure 15 The roll cover 1002 is shown in the open state. When a user sets the roll label sheet 200 in the recording device 1001, the user opens the roll cover 1002 and sets the label sheet 200 with the transport path of the label sheet 200 exposed.

[0080] Figure 16 yes Figure 15 A magnified view of a portion of the image shows the periphery of the first knob 213 and the second knob 214. Furthermore, the recording device 1001 includes a cover opening / closing sensor (not shown) capable of detecting whether the roll cover 1002 is open or closed.

[0081] In such Figure 14 With the cover 1002 closed, the first knob 213 and the second knob 214 are covered by the cover 1002. In this state, the user cannot operate the first knob 213 and the second knob 214. On the other hand, in situations such as... Figure 15 and Figure 16 With the roll cover 1002 open, the first knob 213 and the second knob 214 are exposed. Figure 15 and Figure 16 In the indicated state, the user can operate the first knob 213 and the second knob 214.

[0082] In this embodiment, when the cover 1002 is opened while the recording device 1001 is powered on, the main controller 301 sends a notification regarding whether the positions of the light-emitting part of the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving part of the light-receiving unit 212 are aligned. The notification is executed using the method according to the first embodiment.

[0083] When the user operates the first knob 213 and the second knob 214, the roll cover 1002 opens. That is, when the roll cover 1002 is opened while the recording device 1001 is powered on, the positions of the light-emitting part of the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving part of the light-receiving unit 212 may shift due to the user's operation. Therefore, when the roll cover 1002 is opened while the recording device 1001 is powered on, the light-emitting part of the light-emitting unit 211 emits light, thus determining whether the positions of the light-emitting part of the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving part of the light-receiving unit 212 are aligned and notifying the user of this confirmation.

[0084] As a result, when the cover 1002 is opened, that is, when the user can move the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving unit 212, the user can know whether the light-emitting part of the light-emitting unit 211 and the light-receiving part 212 are aligned.

[0085] While the invention has been described with reference to exemplary embodiments, it should be understood that the invention is not limited to the disclosed exemplary embodiments. The scope of the following claims should be given the broadest interpretation to cover all variations, equivalent structures, and functions.

[0086] This application claims priority based on Japanese Patent Application No. 2023-160039, filed on September 25, 2023, and Japanese Patent Application No. 2024-166170, filed on September 25, 2024, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.

Claims

1. A recording device, comprising: A conveying device configured to convey tags; The light-emitting part is configured to be movable in the width direction of the label and to emit light. The light receiving unit is configured to be movable in the width direction of the label and to receive light from the light emitting unit; The detection unit is configured to detect the leading edge of the tag transmitted by the transmission device based on the output of the light receiver; A recording device configured to perform recording on a tag based on the detection results of a detection unit; The notification device is configured to notify the user; and The actuator is configured to select a position adjustment mode and to execute the position adjustment mode, wherein, when the position of the light-emitting part and the light-receiving part is not aligned during the period when the user selects the position adjustment mode, the notification device executes a notification, and when the position of the light-emitting part and the light-receiving part is aligned during the period when the user selects the position adjustment mode, the notification device does not execute a notification.

2. A recording device, comprising: A conveying device configured to convey tags; The light-emitting part is configured to be movable in the width direction of the label and to emit light. The light receiving unit is configured to be movable in the width direction of the label and to receive light from the light emitting unit; The detection unit is configured to detect the leading edge of the tag transmitted by the transmission device based on the output of the light receiver; A recording device configured to perform recording on a tag based on the detection results of a detection unit; The notification device is configured to notify the user; and The actuator is configured to select a position adjustment mode and to execute the position adjustment mode, wherein when the user selects the position adjustment mode, the notification device executes a notification when the positions of the light-emitting part and the light-receiving part are aligned, and the notification device does not execute a notification when the positions of the light-emitting part and the light-receiving part are not aligned during the period when the user selects the position adjustment mode.

3. A recording device, comprising: A conveying device configured to convey tags; The light-emitting part is configured to be movable in the width direction of the label and to emit light. The light receiving unit is configured to be movable in the width direction of the label and to receive light from the light emitting unit; The detection unit is configured to detect the leading edge of the tag transmitted by the transmission device based on the output of the light receiver; A recording device configured to perform recording on a tag based on the detection results of a detection unit; The notification device is configured to notify the user; and An execution device is configured to select a position adjustment mode and to execute a position adjustment mode, wherein, when the user selects a position adjustment mode, if the positions of the light-emitting part and the light-receiving part are aligned, the notification device executes a first notification, and if the positions of the light-emitting part and the light-receiving part are not aligned, the notification device executes a second notification different from the first notification.

4. The recording device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein, The notification device is a buzzer.

5. The recording device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein, The notification device is an LED.

6. The recording device according to claim 3, wherein, The notification device displays it on the monitor.

7. The recording device according to claim 1, wherein, When the light-emitting part and the light-receiving part are not in a detectable state, the notification device changes the notification according to the distance between the light-emitting part and the light-receiving part.

8. The recording device according to claim 3, wherein, When the light-emitting part and the light-receiving part are not in a detectable state, the notification device changes the second notification according to the distance between the light-emitting part and the light-receiving part.

9. A recording device, comprising: A conveying device configured to convey tags; The light-emitting part is configured to be movable in the width direction of the label and to emit light. The light receiving unit is configured to be movable in the width direction of the label and to receive light from the light emitting unit; The detection unit is configured to detect the leading edge of the tag transmitted by the transmission device based on the output of the light receiver; A recording device configured to perform recording on a tag based on the detection results of a detection unit; The cover is configured to open and close, wherein: When the cover is opened, the user can move the light-emitting part and the light-receiving part along the width direction of the label, and When the cover is closed, the user must not move the light-emitting part and the light-receiving part along the width direction of the label; An opening / closing detection device is configured to detect whether the cover is open or closed. Notification device, configured to notify users; and The control device is configured to perform control such that: When the cover is opened and the light-emitting part and the light-receiving part are not aligned, the notification device will issue a notification. When the cover is open and the light-emitting part and the light-receiving part are aligned, the notification device is not activated to issue a notification. When the cover is closed, the notification device is not allowed to issue a notification.

10. A recording device, comprising: A conveying device configured to convey tags; The light-emitting part is configured to be movable in the width direction of the label and to emit light. The light receiving unit is configured to be movable in the width direction of the label and to receive light from the light emitting unit; The detection unit is configured to detect the leading edge of the tag transmitted by the transmission device based on the output of the light receiver; A recording device configured to perform recording on a tag based on the detection results of a detection unit; The notification device is configured to notify the user; and The actuator is configured to select a position adjustment mode and to execute the position adjustment mode, wherein, while the user has selected the position adjustment mode, the notification device executes a notification to enable the user to determine whether the positions of the light-emitting part and the light-receiving part are aligned.

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