Use Star SteadyLAN (iOS environment only)

SteadyLAN is available with the printer firmware version 2.3 or later.
Please enable SteadyLAN from the dedicated app (Star Quick Setup Utility / Star Windows Software).

About SteadyLAN

By using a Lightning cable to connect an iPhone, iPad, or other iOS device to an mC-Print2 that is connected to a network, it is possible to use the Internet from the iOS device without using Wi-Fi communications.
At the same time, the device can communicate with the printer via USB communication or LAN communication, and is also charged from the printer.

This not only simplifies the wiring, but because all parts of the solution are wired, more stable network connections are possible.
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This function has been tested with iOS 10.1.1 or later.

Some restrictions apply when making multiple connections to (communicating with) a single printer. Make the necessary connections according to the environment where the product is used.
Precaution when Using Multiple Interfaces


Caution

    If SteadyLAN is set to "ON", when an iOS device is connected to USB port 2.4A on a mC-Print that is wired to a network, the connection takes priority over the wireless LAN connection, and the device switches to a wired LAN connection via USB-A (2.4A).
    Wired LAN connection via USB-A (2.4A) with SteadyLAN stabilizes communication, however the transmission rate is approx. 1Mbps, which might be less than wireless LAN.

Note

In order to use this function with mC-Print2, the mC-Print2 firmware must be Ver. 2.3 or later. Check the firmware version of the mC-Print2 that you are using.

The firmware version is shown in the title section of the printer information (page 1) that is printed using the Self-Printing function. The firmware can be updated from [Printer Settings] - [Firmware Update] in Star Quick Setup Utility.
Self-Printing Use App

1. Connect the Lightning cable to the printer

  • Connect a commercially available Lightning cable or the Lightning cable that was provided with the smartphone or tablet to the USB Port (2.4A) on the printer.
          For details, refer to Connect USB Cable and follow the procedure and precautions in that section.

2. Connect the printer to the network

  • Connect the LAN cable to the printer LAN connector, and connect the plug on the other end to the hub, router, or other network device.
For details, refer to Connect LAN Cable and follow the procedure and precautions in that section.

3. Connect the AC adapter to the printer

  • Connect the power cable to the AC adapter and connect the AC adapter plug to the printer. Then insert the power cable plug into the outlet.
For details, refer to Connect AC Adapter and follow the procedure and precautions in that section.

4. Turn ON the printer power

  • Press the Power button on the right side of the operation panel on the front of the main unit. When the Power LED lights up, release the Power button.

5. Enable SteadyLAN

  • Use the dedicated app to check the printer network and SteadyLAN settings. Download and install Star Quick Setup Utility. Use App
  • Start Star Quick Setup Utility and select the printer that is connected.

  • The printer to connect is displayed.
    Open [Printer Settings]-[Network Settings].

  • Display the Detail Settings, set up the network (static IP address of the printer) and set SteadyLAN to “Enable for iOS”, and tap [Apply].

Note

“SteadyLAN” is not displayed if the mC-Print2 firmware does not support SteadyLAN.

In order to use this function with mC-Print2, the mC-Print2 firmware must be Ver. 2.3 or later. Check the firmware version of the mC-Print2 that you are using.

The firmware version is printed in the title section of the printer information (1st page) that is printed in a printer test print (self-printing). Firmware update can be performed from [Printer Settings]-[Firmware Update] of Star Quick Setup Utility.
Self-Printing Use App

6. Connect the iOS device to the printer

  • Take the plug on the other end of the Lightning cable that was connected to the printer in Step 2, and connect it to the iOS device.
  • When the iOS device is connected to the printer, “Ethernet” is displayed in the iOS device settings.

Note

When using in an environment where a DHCP server is not installed, configure the network settings from [Settings] - [Ethernet] on the iOS device.

7. Turn OFF the iOS Device Wi-Fi

  • Set Wi-Fi to "OFF" from [Settings]-[Wi-Fi] on the iOS device.

Note

The IP address and MAC address used differ between Wi-Fi and wired LAN. Configure the wired LAN network settings if necessary.

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