Connect USB Cable

Connect the USB cable for communication between mPOP and the tablet, smartphone, PC, or other devices via USB.

When connecting a tablet, smartphone, or other devices for the purpose of charging, and when connecting a USB connection compatible product (such as BCR-POP1), refer to Set Up External Devices.

Bluetooth and USB-B cannot be connected simultaneously for the host device. Make appropriate connections to suit your environment.
Precautions When Using Communications Interface

USB-B port

When communicating (printing) from a Windows, Mac, Linux, Android PC / tablet / smartphone, etc., follow the procedure below to connect to the USB-B port of the printer.


The USB-B port supports communication only. When connecting a tablet, smartphone, or other devices for the purpose of charging it, use the USB-A port (Tablet 1.5A).
Set Up External Devices: USB-A Port


When using a PC, install the correct driver for the environment where the product is used. Install Driver

Caution

When performing USB communication with a device equipped with USB-C or USB micro-B, it is necessary to use a USB conversion adapter. Some devices may not support the use of a USB conversion adapter. Be sure to perform full operation checks in advance before using.

1. Prepare a USB cable and USB conversion adapter

    When using USB-A as the connection port on the PC/tablet/smartphone side
  • Prepare the USB cable (B-A) that was provided with the product.
    • Printer-side plugUSB-B
    Device-side plugUSB-A

    When using USB-C or USB micro-B as the connection port on the PC/tablet/smartphone side
  • Prepare the included USB cable (B-A) and USB conversion adapter.
    • Printer-side plugUSB-B
    Device-side plugUSB-C or USB micro-B
    USB conversion adapterA→C or A→micro-B

2. Connect the USB cable

  • Connect the USB cable connector to the USB-B port located on the bottom of the mPOP unit.

3. Connect the USB cable to the PC, tablet, or smartphone

  • Connect the other plug to the PC, tablet, or smartphone.

4. Wire the USB cable

  • There are 2 cable outlets to the right and left, and the cable can be routed according to where the main unit and the connected devices are placed.
    For details, refer to Wire Cables.
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Connect the USB cable for communication or communication and charging between mPOP and the tablet, smartphone, PC, or other devices via USB.

When connecting a tablet, smartphone, or other device which is not an iPad/iPhone/iPod Touch for the purpose of charging, and when connecting a USB connection compatible product (such as BCR-POP1), refer to Set Up External Devices.

USB-C and USB-B cannot be connected simultaneously for the host device. Make appropriate connections to suit your environment.
Precautions When Using Communications Interface


The connection port on the printer side varies depending on the operating system of the smartphone, tablet, or PC that you want to use.

USB-C port
When using iOS
USB-B port
When using Android, Windows, Mac, or Linux

USB-C port

When connecting an iPad, iPhone, or iPod Touch for printing or power supply (maximum 3.0A), follow the steps below to make a connection.

Caution

  • In order to correctly perform data communication and charging, use a cable which conforms to the following specifications.
    USB-C to Lightning cable: Apple genuine cable or MFi certified cable with a maximum length of 2 m
    USB-C to C cable: Cable that conforms to USB2.0 standards, supports current of 3.0A or higher, and has a maximum length of 2 m
  • If a USB cable connected to an iOS device is reconnected immediately after disconnecting it, the iOS device may fail to recognize the printer. If this occurs, either disconnect the cable and wait for 2 seconds or longer before reconnecting, or else turn the printer power off and back on again.
  • When a Windows or Android device is also connected to the USB-B port at the same time, only power supply to the iOS device at a maximum of 3.0A is performed and no communication takes place.

    • 1. Prepare a USB cable or Lightning cable

    • Prepare a USB cable or Lightning cable that is commercially available or is provided with the tablet or smartphone, according to the connector shape of the tablet or smartphone that you are using.
      • Printer-side plugUSB-C
      Device-side plugUSB-C or Lightning
    • When using a terminal (iPad or other) which uses a USB cable (C-C)
    • When using a terminal (iPhone or other) which uses a Lightning cable

    Caution

    When using a commercially available USB cable, be sure to perform full operation checks in advance before using.

    2. Connect the USB cable

    • Connect the USB cable connector to the USB-C port (iPad 15W) located on the bottom of the mPOP unit.

    3. Connect the USB cable to the tablet or smartphone

    • Connect the other plug to the tablet or smartphone.

    4. Wire the USB cable

    • There are 2 cable outlets to the right and left, and the cable can be routed according to where the main unit and the connected devices are placed.
      For details, refer to Wire Cables.
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    USB-B port

    When communicating (printing) from a Windows, Mac, Linux, Android PC / tablet / smartphone, etc., follow the procedure below to connect to the USB-B port of the printer.


    The USB-B port supports communication only. When connecting a tablet, smartphone, or other devices for the purpose of charging it, use the USB-C port (iPad 15W).
    Set Up External Devices: USB-C Port


    When using a PC, install the correct driver for the environment where the product is used. Install Driver

    Caution

    When performing USB communication with a device equipped with USB-C or USB micro-B, it is necessary to use a USB conversion adapter. Some devices may not support the use of a USB conversion adapter. Be sure to perform full operation checks in advance before using.

    1. Prepare a USB cable and USB conversion adapter

      When using USB-A as the connection port on the PC/tablet/smartphone side
    • Prepare the USB cable (B-A) that was provided with the product.
      • Printer-side plugUSB-B
      Device-side plugUSB-A

      When using USB-C or USB micro-B as the connection port on the PC/tablet/smartphone side
    • Prepare the USB cable (B-A) and USB conversion adapter that were provided with the product.
      • Printer-side plugUSB-B
      Device-side plugUSB-C or USB micro-B
      USB conversion adapterA→C or A→micro-B

    2. Connect the USB cable

    • Connect the USB cable connector to the USB-B port located on the bottom of the mPOP unit.

    3. Connect the USB cable to the PC, tablet, or smartphone

    • Connect the other plug to the PC, tablet, or smartphone.

    4. Wire the USB cable

    • There are 2 cable outlets to the right and left, and the cable can be routed according to where the main unit and the connected devices are placed.
      For details, refer to Wire Cables.
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