HiTi CS-200e error 0301: Ribbon Out 02 and remaining ribbon count

Applies to: HiTi CS-200e with the compatible Windows driver. Ribbon type and available controls depend on the driver and installed supply.

Read the status before changing anything

1. Stop the queued job. In Windows, open the correct HiTi CS-200e printer’s Printing Preferences > Tools > Ribbon Status. Check that you selected the actual printer rather than an old duplicate queue.
2. Record the reported ribbon type and remaining count. The reference below shows YMCKO, remaining ink ribbon: 0. Check the reading for your installed ribbon; do not assume every Ribbon Out message means the same failure.
3. For an exhausted ribbon, fit a compatible replacement ribbon and its matching identification chip using the model’s installation procedure. If a new ribbon reports zero or does not match, verify the ribbon/chip pairing and printer compatibility before ordering another supply.
4. If the count is not exhausted but the printer cannot find the ribbon, check correct seating and damage, then follow Ribbon Search Failed checks. Close the cover and run one test card before releasing the queue.

Genuine CS-200e Windows-driver example: the highlighted status reports zero remaining YMCKO prints. Your driver’s wording may differ.

For a consumables quotation, contact our Sales Specialist at sales@aceperipherals.com with the printer model and ribbon type. Send the status reading and a ribbon/chip-label photo privately; current price and availability need confirmation.

Confirm the result

The driver recognises the intended ribbon, reports a sensible remaining count and the printer completes a test card without the 0301 message.

If you need help

Include the exact error, Windows and driver versions, ribbon type, remaining count and whether the supplies are new. See HiTi warranty and service guidance if consumable checks do not resolve it.

Updated 261108