Citizen iDP3240 User Manual

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LINE THERMAL PRINTER

MODEL iDP3240

User’s Manual

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Declaration of Conformity

This printer conforms to the following Standards:

Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, 93/68/EEC and the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC, 93/68/EEC.

LVD : EN60950

EMC : EN55022 Class A

EN61000-3-2 EN61000-3-3 EN55024

This declaration is applied only for 230V model.

WARNING : This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio

interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

CITIZEN is registered trade mark of CITIZEN WATCH CO., LTD., Japan

CITIZEN es una marca registrada de CITIZEN WATCH CO., LTD., Japón

Windows codepage is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Read all of these instructions and save them for future reference.

• Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

• Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

• Do not use this product near water.

• Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product.

• Slots and openings on the back or bottom of the case are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, do not block or cover these openings. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heater. This product should not be placed in an builtin installation unless proper ventilation is provided.

• This product should be operated from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your CITIZEN SYSTEMS dealer or local power company.

• Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not place this product where the cord will be walked on.

• If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total of the ampere ratings of the products plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes.

• Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

• Except as explained elsewhere in this manual, do not attempt to service this product by yourself. Opening and removing the covers that are marked “Do Not Remove” may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing on those components to service personnel.

• Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: A. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. B. If liquid has been spilled into the product. C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. D. If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are

followed. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal

operation. E. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for

service.

• Please keep the poly bag which this equipment is packed in away from children or throw it away to prevent children from putting it on. Putting it on may cause suffocation.

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WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSANWEISUNGEN

• Lesen Sie die nachfolgenden Anweisungen sorgfältig durch und bewahren Sie sie auf.

• Befolgen Sie alle auf dem Drucker vermerkten Hinweise und Anweisungen. Vor dem Reinigen grundsätzlich Stecker aus der Steckdose ziehen. Keine Flüssigkeiten oder Aerosolreiniger benutzen. Nut mit einem feuchten Tuch abwischen.

• Der Drucker darf nicht in der Nähe von Wasser aufgestellt werden.

• Drucker nicht auf einem unstabilen Wagen, Stand oder Tisch aufstellen. Der Drucker könnte herunterfallen und dabel beschädigt werden.

• Schlitze und Öffnungen im Gehäuse, in der Rückwand und im Boden dienen der Belüftung. Sie dürfen keinesfalls zugedeckt oder blockiert werden, da sich der Drucker sonst überhitzt. Drucker nicht auf ein Bett, Sofa, Teppich oder dergleichen stellen. Drucker nicht in der Nähe eines Heizkörpers aufstellen. Drucker darf nicht eingebaut werden, falls nicht für ausreichende Belüftung gesorgt ist.

• Drucker nur mit der auf dem Typschild angegebenen Spannung betreiben. Wenn Sie sich nicht sicher sind, fragen Sie ihren Händler oder ihr zuständiges Elektrizitätswerk.

• Nichts auf das Stromanschlußkabel stellen. Kabel muß so verlegt werden, daß man nicht darauftreten kann.

• Ein etwaiges Verlängerungskabel muß der Stromstärke aller daran angeschlossenen Geräte entsprechen.

• Keine Gegenstände in die Gehäuseschlitze schieben.

• Drucker darf nur da gewartet werden, wo im Handbuch angegeben, Öffnen und. Abnehmen von Abdeckungen, die mit “Do not remove” gekennzeichenet sind, könnte gefährliche spannungführende Stellen oder sonstige Gefahrenpunkte freilegen. Die Wartung solcher Stellen darf grundsätzlich nur von besonders ausgebildetem Fachpersonal vorgenommen werden. A. Wenn das Stromanschlußkabel oder der Stecker beschädigt oder durch-gescheuert

ist. B. Wenn Flüssigkeit auf dem Drucker verschüttet wurde. C. Wenn der Drucker im Regen gestanden hat oder Wasser darauf verschüttet wurde. D. Wenn der Drucker trotz genauer Befolgung der Betriebsvorschriften nicht richtig

arbeitet. Nur die in der Bedienungsanleitung angegebenen Einstellungen

vornehmen. Ein Verstellen anderer Bedienungselemente könnte den Drucker

beschädigen und macht umständliche Arbeiten eines qualifizierten Technikers

erforderlich, um den Drucker Wieder auf den normalen Betrieb einzustellen. E. Wenn der Drucker heruntergefallen ist oder das Gehäuse beschädigt wurde. F. Wenn der Drucker in seiner Leistung nachläßt.

• Bitte halten Sie den Kunststoffbeutel, in den die Ware verpackt ist, von Kindern entfernt, oder werfen Sie ihn weg, damit er nicht in die Hande von Kindern gerät. Das Überstülpen des Beutels kann zum Ersticken führen.

Lärmemission kleiner 70dBA

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IMPORTANT: This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency

energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio communications. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference, in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct the interference.

CAUTION: Use shielded cable for this equipment.

Sicherheitshinweis

Die Steckdose zum Anschluß dieses Druckers muß nahe dem Grät angebracht und leicht zugänglich sein.

For Uses in Canada

This digital apparatus does not exceed the class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus, as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian department of communications.

Pour L’utilisateurs Canadiens

Cet appareil numérique ne dépasse pas les limites de carégorie a pour les émissions de bruit radio émanant d’appareils numériques, tel que prévu dans les réglements sur l’interférence radio du départment Canadien des communications.

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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

• Prior to using the iDP3240 Printer, be sure to read this User’s Manual thoroughly. Please keep it handy so that you can refer to it whenever necessary.

• The information contained herein may be changed without prior notice.

• Reproduction of part or all of the User’s Manual without permission is strictly prohibited.

• Never service, disassemble, or repair parts that are not described in the User’s Manual.

• Note that CITIZEN SYSTEMS shall not be responsible for any damages attributable to incorrect operation/handling or improper operation environments, which are not specified in the User’s Manual.

• Operate this printer only in the manners as described in the User’s Manual; otherwise, accidents or problems could possibly occur.

• Data are basically temporary; they cannot be stored or saved for a long time or permanently. Please note that CITIZEN SYSTEMS shall not be responsible for any damages or lost profits resulting from the loss of data attributable to accidents, repairs, tests, and so on.

• If you have any questions, or notice any clerical errors or omissions regarding the information in the User’s Manual, please contact your CITIZEN SYSTEMS dealer.

• Please note that CITIZEN SYSTEMS shall not be responsible for any results or effects resulting from operation of this Printer even if the information in the User’s Manual is properly observed.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

In order to help prevent safety hazards to operators or any other persons and damages to property, special warning symbols are used in this User’s Manual to indicate important items to be strictly observed.

• The following describes the degrees of hazards and damages that can occur if the iDP3240 Printer is incorrectly operated without observing the instructions indicated by the warning symbols.

— WHICH SHOULD BE STRICTLY OBSERVED

WARNING

Negligence of the precautions indicated by this symbol may result in death or serious injuries.

CAUTION

Negligence of the precautions indicated by this symbol may result in injuries or damages to property.

This is a symbol mark used to alert your attention to important items.

This is a symbol mark used to indicate useful information, such as

procedures, instruction or the like.

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WARNING

● Never handle the iDP3240 Printer in the manners descried below; otherwise, it

may be damaged, get out of order or overheated, possibly causing smoke, fire or electric shock. If the printer is damaged or breaks down, be sure to turn off the power, disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet, and contact your CITIZEN SYSTEMS dealer.

• Do not allow the printer to be subjected to any strong impact or shock, such as stamping, hitting, dropping, and the like.

• Install the printer in a well-ventilated place. Do not use the printer in such a manner that its ventilation slots are blocked.

• Do not install the printer in a place like a laboratory where chemical reactions are expected, or in a place where saltish gases are present in the atmosphere.

• Use the printer only on the specified voltage and frequency.

• Do not connect/disconnect the power cord or data cable by holding the cable.

• Do not pull or carry the printer in such a manner that undesirable force is applied to the cables.

• Do not drop or insert any foreign substances, such as paper clips or pins, into the printer.

• Do not spill any liquid on or spray any chemical-containing liquid over the printer. If any liquid is spilled on the printer, turn it off, disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet, and contact your CITIZEN SYSTEMS dealer.

• Do not connect the printer to an electrical outlet shared by other devices.

• Do not disassemble or modify the printer in any manner; otherwise, a fire or electric shock may result.

• Should water enter the equipment by any chance, unplug it and contact your CITIZEN SYSTEMS dealer. Using it in that condition may result in fire or electric shock.

• Do not damage, break, alter, twist excessively, pull, or bundle the power cord. Avoid placing heavy objects on, or heating the power cord, as this may lead to damages to the power supply which may cause a fire, an electric shock, or a malfunction. Contact your CITIZEN SYSTEMS dealer if the power cord is damaged.

• Do not overload a single electrical outlet by using a table tap or a current tap socket from it. This may result in fire or electric shock.

●

The plastic bag the printer came in must be disposed of properly or kept away from children. Wearing it over the head may lead to suffocation.

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PRECAUTIONS FOR INSTALLATION

• Do not use or store the iDP3240 Printer in a place exposed to heat of fire, moisture or direct sunlight, or in a place where the prescribed operating temperature and humidity are not met, or in a place exposed to oily mist, iron powder or dust; otherwise, the printer may get out of order, emit smoke or catch fire.

• Do not install the printer in a place like a laboratory where chemical reactions are expected, or in a place where saltish gases are present in the atmosphere; otherwise, there may occur a danger of fire or electric shock.

• Install the printer on a horizontal, sturdy table in a place provided with proper ventilation and free from any vibration. (Be careful not to block the ventilation slots of the printer.)

• Do not put any object on the printer, or this may cause a trouble.

• Do not use the printer near a radio or television receiver. Avoid sharing an electrical outlet with a radio or television receiver, or this may cause a reception problem.

• Use the printer only on the specified voltage and frequency; otherwise it may emit smoke, catch fire or cause other problems.

• Confirm that the wall outlet used for printer connection has sufficient electrical capacity.

• Avoid sharing a single electrical outlet with other devices; otherwise, the electrical capacity may be exceeded, causing the outlet to overheat or the power supply to be shut down. Also, do not stamp or put any object on the cables.

• Never connect the grounding cable to a gas pipe, or this may lead to a danger of explosion. Before connecting or disconnecting the grounding cable, be sure to disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet.

• Be sure to turn off the power of the printer and the host computer connected before connecting or disconnecting the cables; always hold both plug and cable. Do not pull or carry the printer in such a manner that an undesirable load is applied to the cables.

• Connect the connector cables correctly and securely. Especially, if a connection is made with the polarity reversed, internal elements inside the printer may be damaged or the host computer connected may be adversely affected.

• Use shielding wires or twist paired wires for signal lines in order to minimize the effects from noise. Avoid connecting to a device that is likely to generate much noise.

• When a drawer Kick-Out Connector is provided, do not connect it to any other device than solenoids with prescribed specifications, or this could cause trouble.

• Install and use the printer in a place provided with a suitable wall outlet nearby so that you can immediately disconnect the power plug to shut off the power to the printer if an abnormal condition occurs.

• When the equipment will not be used for a long period of time, unplug it.

• When transporting the equipment, remove the paper roll from it.

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PRECAUTIONS FOR HANDLING

Observe the following precautions to use the iDP3240 Printer correctly and avoid troubles from occurring.

• Do not use any other power supply than the specified AC adapter.

• Do not allow the printer to start printing when there is no recording paper installed.

• Be careful not to drop foreign substances, such as paper clips, pins or screws, into the printer.

• Do not spill any liquid on the printer, or spray it with any chemical-containing liquid.

• Do not stamp on, drop, hit, or impart any strong shock to the printer.

• Never use any pointed object such as a pen, to operate the controls on the operation panel.

• Do not use cellophane tape to join the ends of paper to allow continuous printing.

• Never pull the end of the paper installed forcibly with the printer cover left closed.

• When opening/ closing the cover, be careful that the paper does not get caught.

To prevent injuries and associated damages:

• Do not touch the printing part of the print head.

• While the printer is turned on, never touch the moving parts inside, such as the cutter, gears, and electrical parts.

• Be careful to avoid bodily injuries or damaging other objects with edges of sheet metal parts.

• Should any abnormal condition occur while the printer is operating, stop it immediately and disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet.

• When opening/closing the cover, and so on, be careful not to catch your hand or finger on the equipment.

• Refer all necessary corrective actions to your CITIZEN SYSTEMS dealer (See “9. MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE” on Page 41.) Do not try to disassemble and repair the printer on your own.

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In the position indicated below, a label is provided to alert your attention. Read the cautionary information on it, and handle the printer properly.

This label alerts you to the print head as it becames HOT, and if you touch it, you may get burnt.

Print head

HOT AREA:

Be careful not to touch this area to avoid burns as it becomes HOT.

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DAILY MAINTENANCE

• Prior to start maintenance work, be sure to turn off the printer.

• When cleaning the platen, use a cotton swab applied with ethyl alcohol and wipe off stains.

Platen

CAUTION:

Avoid cleaning the print head immediately after printing is finished. The print head is HOT.

• Use a dry soft cloth to wipe off stains and dust from the surfaces of the printer covers.

• When wiping clean heavily stained areas, use a cloth which should be dipped in water and then wrung strongly. Never use organic solvents, such as alcohol, thinner, trichlene, benzene, ketone, or chemical dusters.

• If the printer is contaminated with paper dust, use a soft brush to wipe off.

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DAILY MAINTENANCE

Cleaning the print head

1 Turn off the power of the printer. 2 Remove the platen roller unit. Refer to “4.6 Removing paper Jams”. 3 Using a gauze impregnated with a small amount of alcohol, wipe off stains and

dust on the heat-emitting surface of the head.

4 Replace the platen roller unit.

Print head

CAUTION:

Avoid cleaning the print head immediately after printing is finished. The print head is HOT. Do not touch the heat-emitting surface of the head with bare hands or metal objects.

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THE TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. GENERAL OUTLINE ................................................................... 1

1.1 Features ..................................................................................................... 1

1.2 Unpacking ..................................................................................................2

1.3 Before using the printer ............................................................................ 3

2. BASIC SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................ 4

2.1 Model Classification .................................................................................. 4

2.2 Basic Specifications .................................................................................. 5

2.3 Print Paper Specifications ........................................................................ 6

2.3.1 Recommended Paper ....................................................................... 6

2.3.2 Print Position and Barcode Printing ................................................ 7

2.3.3 Cutter Position ...................................................................................8

3. OUTER APPEARANCE AND COMPONENT PARTS.................. 9

3.1 iDP3240 ...................................................................................................... 9

4. OPERATION .............................................................................. 10

4.1 Connecting the AC Adapter and AC Power Cord ................................. 10

4.2 Connecting Interface Cables .................................................................. 11

4.3 Connecting the Drawer Kick-Out Connector .........................................12

4.4 Setting / Replacing Paper Rolls ..............................................................13

4.4.1 Setting Paper Rolls.......................................................................... 13

4.4.2 Setting Paper Rolls when Easy Loading is Disabled .................... 16

4.5 Removing the Remainder of Paper Rolls ..............................................17

4.6 Removing Paper Jams............................................................................ 18

4.7 Releasing a Locked Cutter ......................................................................19

4.8 Cleaning the Print Head .......................................................................... 20

4.9 Operation Panel and Error Indication .................................................... 21

4.10 Self Printing ...........................................................................................23

4.11 Hexadecimal Dump............................................................................... 24

5. SETTING DIP SWITCHES ......................................................... 25

5.1 Location of DIP Switches ........................................................................ 25

5.2 Table for Setting DIP Switches ............................................................... 26

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6. PARALLEL INTERFACE............................................................. 29

6.1 Bidirectional Parallel Interface (IEEE1284) ............................................ 29

6.1.1 Compatibility Mode (Host → Printer communication :

Centronics compliant) .................................................................... 29

6.1.2 Reverse Mode (Printer → Host communication) .......................... 29

6.1.3 Connector Pin Configuration.......................................................... 30

6.2 Description of Input and Output Signals ............................................... 31

6.2.1 Input and Output Signals ............................................................... 31

6.2.2 Electrical Characteristics................................................................. 32

6.2.3 Timing Chart (Compatibility Mode) .............................................. 33

6.2.4 Data Reception Control................................................................... 33

6.2.5 Buffering .......................................................................................... 33

7. SERIAL INTERFACE .................................................................. 34

7.1 Specifications .......................................................................................... 34

7.2 Connector Pin Configuration .................................................................. 35

7.3 Description of Input and Output Signals ............................................... 36

7.3.1 Input and Output Signals ............................................................... 36

7.3.2 Error Detection ................................................................................ 37

7.3.3 Data Reception Control................................................................... 37

7.3.4 Buffering .......................................................................................... 37

7.3.5 Electrical Characteristics................................................................. 38

8. DRAWER KICK-OUT CONNECTOR AND POWER CONNECTOR...

8.1 Specifications of Drawer Kick-Out Connector ...................................... 39

8.1.1 Drawer Kick-Out drive signal ......................................................... 39

8.1.2 Electrical characteristics ................................................................. 39

8.1.3 Connector Pin Configuration.......................................................... 39

8.1.4 Drive Circuit .....................................................................................40

8.2 Specifications of the Power Connector .................................................40

9. MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE ............................................... 41

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10. PRINT CONTROL FUNCTIONS .............................................. 42

10.1 Command List ....................................................................................... 42

10.2 Command Details ..................................................................................45

10.2.1 Description of Each Item .............................................................. 45

10.2.2 Command Details.......................................................................... 46

11. CHARACTER CODES TABLE................................................ 141

11.1 Code page ............................................................................................ 141

11.1.1

11.1.2 Codepage Katakana (Japanese)................................................. 142

11.1.3 Codepage PC850 (Multilingual) ................................................. 143

11.1.4 Codepage PC860 (Portuguese) .................................................. 144

11.1.5 Codepage PC863 (Canadian-French) .........................................145

11.1.6 Codepage PC865 (Nordic) .......................................................... 146

11.1.7 Codepage PC852 (Eastern Europe) ............................................ 147

11.1.8 Codepage PC866 (Russian) ........................................................ 148

11.1.9 Codepage PC857 (Turkish) ......................................................... 149

11.1.10 Windows Codepage .................................................................. 150

11.2 International Character Codes Table ................................................. 151

Codepage 00H to 7FH & PC437 (USA, European Standard) ........

141

12. APPENDIX 1. PAGE MODE .................................................. 152

12.1 Overview .............................................................................................. 152

12.2 Mapping of print data in the print area .............................................153

12.2.1 Example of the Use of PAGE MODE .......................................... 155

13. APPENDIX 2. BIDIRECTIONAL PARALLEL INTERFACE ........ 158

13.1 Overview .............................................................................................. 158

13.1.1 Parallel Interface Communication Modes ................................. 158

13.1.2 Interfacing Phases ....................................................................... 159

13.2 Negotiation .......................................................................................... 160

13.2.1 Overview ...................................................................................... 160

13.2.2 Negotiation Procedure................................................................ 160

13.2.3 Precautions ..................................................................................161

13.2.4 Data Communication from Printer to Host ............................... 162

13.2.4.1 Nibble Mode ........................................................................162

13.2.4.2 Byte Mode............................................................................ 163

13.2.5 Device ID ......................................................................................164

13.2.6 Termination.................................................................................. 164

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14. APPENDIX 3. IDENTIFICATION OF SEND STATUS............... 166

15. APPENDIX 4. OUTLINE DRAWING...................................... 167

15.1 iDP3240 ................................................................................................ 167

15.2 AC Adapter (31AD) .............................................................................. 168

16. APPENDIX 5. BLOCK DIAGRAM.......................................... 169

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4. BETRIEB .................................................................................. 179

4.1 Anschließen des Netzteils und Netzkabels ......................................... 179

4.2 Anschließen der Schnittstellenkabel ...................................................180

4.3 Anschließen des Drawer Kickout-Steckers ......................................... 181

4.4 Einlegen / Auswechseln von Papierrollen........................................... 182

4.4.1 Einlegen von Papierrollen ............................................................ 182

4.4.2 Einlegen von Papierrollen bei deaktiviertem

einfachen Ladevorgang ................................................................ 185

4.5 Entfernen von Papierrollenresten ........................................................ 186

4.6 Beseitigen von Papierstaus ..................................................................187

4.7 Freigeben eines verriegelten Papierschneiders ................................. 188

4.8 Reinigen des Druckkopfes ....................................................................189

4.9 Bedienungsfeld und Fehleranzeige ..................................................... 190

4.10 Drucktest ..............................................................................................192

4.11 Hexdump ............................................................................................. 193

5. EINSTELLEN DER DIP-SCHALTER......................................... 194

5.1 Position der DIP-Schalter...................................................................... 194

5.2 DIP-Schaltertabelle................................................................................ 195

6. PARALLELE SCHNITTSTELLE................................................ 198

6.1 Bidirektionale parallele Schnittstelle (IEEE1284) ................................198

6.1.1 Kompatibilitätsmodus (Host → Druckerkommunikation:

Centronics-kompatibel) ................................................................ 198

6.1.2 Reverse-Modus (Drucker → Hostkommunikation) ..................... 198

6.1.3 Belegung der Anschlußstifte........................................................ 199

6.2 Beschreibung von Eingangs- und Ausgangssignalen ....................... 200

6.2.1 Eingangs- und Ausgangssignale ................................................. 200

6.2.2 Elektrische Kenndaten .................................................................. 201

6.2.3 Timing-Tabelle (KompatibilitätsModus) ...................................... 202

6.2.4 Datenempfangssteuerung ............................................................ 202

6.2.5 Datenpufferspeicher ..................................................................... 202

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7. SERIELLE SCHNITTSTELLE ................................................... 203

7.1 Technische Daten ..................................................................................203

7.2 Belegung der Anschlußstifte ................................................................ 204

7.3 Beschreibung der Eingangs- und Ausgangssignale .......................... 205

7.3.1 Eingangs- und Ausgangssignale ................................................. 205

7.3.2 Fehlererkennung ........................................................................... 206

7.3.3 Datenempfangssteuerung ............................................................ 206

7.3.4 Pufferung ....................................................................................... 206

7.3.5 Elektrische Kenndaten .................................................................. 207

DRAWER KICKOUT- ANSCHLUSS UND STROMANSCHLUSS .....

8.1 Technische Daten des Drawer KickOut-Anschlusses ......................... 208

8.1.1 Drawer KickOut-Treibersignal ......................................................208

8.1.2 Elektrische Kenndaten .................................................................. 208

8.1.3 Belegung der Anschlußstifte........................................................ 208

8.1.4 Treiberschaltung ........................................................................... 209

8.2 Technische Daten des Stromanschlusses ...........................................209

208

9. WARTUNG UND KUNDENDIENST ....................................... 210

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1. GENERAL OUTLINE

The iDP3240 is a compact-sized, line thermal printer developed for a variety of applications. It has abundant built-in features, and can be used as a data communication terminal, pos terminal, kitchen terminal and for other applications.

1.1 Features

• Compactness and lightweight with a small footprint.

• Low-cost design accomplished by using as small a component count as possible.

• Simple paper setting - All you have to do is just drop in a paper roll and closing

the cover.

• Removable platen structure, which makes paper handling, head cleaning, and

maintenance easy.

• Line thermal printing, which allows high-speed, low-noise operation.

• Registration of user-defined characters and logos into flash memory.

• Built-in input buffer.

• Bar-code printing (Possible using special commands).

• Built-in Drawer Kick-Out interface.

• Auto cutter mechanism provided as a standard unit.

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1.2 Unpacking

When unpacking the printer, confirm that the following are provided:

• Printer ............................................................................................ 1 unit

• Sample paper roll ......................................................................... 1 piece

• AC adapter ..................................................................................... 1 piece

• AC power cord .............................................................................. 1 piece

• User’s manual (This book) ........................................................... 1 piece

Printer

User’s manual

Sample paper roll

AC adapter

AC power code

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1.3 Before using the printer

Before using the printer, remove the head protective paper using the following procedure:

1 Open the printer cover. 2 Pull the platen levers in the direction shown. 3 Pull out the protective paper in the direction of the arrow.

When the printer is not used for a prolonged period of time, insert a sheet of printing paper in use between the platen roller and the head.

Platen lever

Printer cover

CAUTION:

• Install the printer on a flat, sturdy table.

• Do not install the printer near a heater or in a place exposed to direct sunlight.

• Do not use the printer in a high-temperature, high-humidity, or heavily contaminated

environment.

• Do not use the printer in an environment where condensation may occur. If condensation should occur, leave the power turned off until condensation evaporates completely.

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2. BASIC SPECIFICATIONS

2.1 Model Classification

The printer models are classified by the following designation method:

iDP3240 - R F 120

Model Name

Attached power cord spec 120: For AC 120 V 230: For AC 230 V

Character Set F: International

Interface R: Serial (RS-232C) P: Parallel

(IEEE 1284 compliant)

* Dedicated adapter type and power cord:

31AD-U (AC 120 V 3-wire cord) 31AD-E (AC 230 V Class I cord)

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2.2 Basic Specifications

Item iDP3240-PF120 iDP3240-PF230 Print method Line thermal dot print method Print width 104 mm/832 dots Dot density 8 dots/mm (203 dpi) Print speed 80 mm/sec (Fastest, printing ASCII, print density level 2, applicable to

Number of print Font A: 69/60 columns (12 × 24) columns* Character size Font A: 1.25 × 3.00 mm; Font B: 0.88 × 3.00 mm Character type Alphanumeric characters, International characters, Codepages PC437,

Logo registration/print Capable of registering user-defined characters and logos into flash memory. NV bit map data area 256K bytes Types of bar code UPC-A/E, JAN (EAN) 13/8 columns, ITF

Line spacing 4.23 mm (1/6 inches); selectable using commands. Paper Thermal paper roll: 112 mm +0/–1 × φ 83 mm (See “2.3 Print Paper

Interfacing Input buffer 64K bytes (4K bytes selectable with a DIP switch) Supply voltage DC 24 V ±7% Power consumption Approx. 100 W AC adapter spec. Rated input: AC 120 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 120 VA

Weight Main body: Approx. 1.3 kg; AC adapter: Approx. 0.45 kg Outside dimensions 186 (W) × 201 (D) × 123 (H) mm Operating temperature 5 to 40°C; 35 to 85% RH (No condensation) and humidity Storage temperature –20 to 60°C; 10 to 90% RH (No condensation) and humidity Reliability Print head life: Pulse resistance 1 × 108 pulses (Print ratio 12.5%)

Safety Standard*

Model iDP3240-RF120 iDP3240-RF230

printing of 60 or fewer columns)

Type 31AD-U 31AD-E

Font B: 92/80 columns (9 × 24)

Katakana, PC850, PC860, PC863, PC865, PC852, PC866, PC857, and Windows codepage

CODE 39, CODE 128, CODABAR, CODE 93

Specifications”.) Serial (RS-232C), Parallel (IEEE1284 compliant, Bi-directional communication)

Rated output: DC 24 V, 1.9 A

Wear resistance 100 Km (At normal temperature/humidity

Auto cutter life: 500,000 times of cutting (At normal temperature/humidity

with recommended paper used)

UL, C-UL, FCC Class A TUV, GS, CE marking

*1The number of print columns can be selected with the DIP switch.

Represents the safety standards acquired when CITIZEN SYSTEMS-made adapters (31AD series) are used.

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2.3 Print Paper Specifications

2.3.1 Recommended Paper

• Type: Heat sensitive paper

• Paper width: 112 + 0/– 1 mm

• Paper thickness: 65 ± 5 µm

• Roll diameter:

• Print side: Outer side of the roll (Top surface)

• Recommended paper: F220VP/ HP220A/ F230AA (From Mitsubishi Paper)

• Core size:

83 mm or less

TF50KS-E2D (From Nippon Paper) KP-50 (From Oji Paper) or equivalent types of paper

12 mm (Inside diameter); φ18 mm (Outside diameter)

CAUTION:

• Use of paper other than the specified papers may cause a difference in print density from the CITIZEN SYSTEMS specifications. In that case, you can select an appropriate print density with a DIP switch. (See “5. SETTING DIP SWITCHES”)

• Do not stick the end of paper to the core with adhesive paste.

• Avoid allowing the surface of paper to contact with chemicals or oils; otherwise, it

may get colored or the printed data on it may become erased.

• Avoid scraping on the surface of paper with your nail or a metal object; otherwise, the surface of heat-sensitive paper may get colored.

• Heat-sensitive paper starts getting colored at approx. 70°C; so, be careful not to expose the paper to the effects from heat, humidity, or sunlight.

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2.3.2 Print Position and Barcode Printing

Roll paper width 112 mm provided:

Paper width 112 mm applies to printing area 103.5 mm (832 dots), and both left

and right margins each ca. 4.25 mm.

Paper width 112 mm

0.125 mm

Print area 103.5 (90) mm

4.25 (11) mm 4.25 (11) mm

The values in ( ) are for when the 60 column format is used.

Figure 1 Printing Area 1

field 1

192

193 448

field 2

field 3

449 704

705 832

field 4

Slight shift possible.

Figure 2 misaligned printing

Note: Between the left and right margins, four dot fields of the heating element are

available: Dot field 1 is comprised of dots 1 - 192, dot field 2 of dots 193 448, dot field 3 of 449 - 704, and dot field 4 of 705 - 832. The printing position of each dot field is slightly shifted relative to its adjacent dot fields, as shown in Figure 2. This means that if a ladder bar code is printed over two adjacent dot fields, it would appear “stepped” up or down in the middle, possibly affecting the reading of the bar code adversely. So, be sure to avoid printing bar codes over two adjacent dot fields.

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2.3.3 Cutter Position

Paper outlet slot

Auto cutting position

Top print line

Approx.

15.5 mm

Paper feed direction

Approx. 42 mm

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3. OUTER APPEARANCE AND COMPONENT PARTS

3.1 iDP3240

Printer cover

Top cover

Power switch

POWER lamp

ERROR lamp

FEED switch

Power Connector

Interface Connector

Drawer Kick-Out Connector

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Grounding Terminal

4. OPERATION

4.1 Connecting the AC Adapter and AC Power Cord

Turn off the power of the printer.

With the flat side of the AC adapter’s cable connector facing upward,

insert the cable connector into the power connector on the back side of the printer.

Connect the AC power cord to the AC adapter of the printer or the AC

adapter, and insert the AC powercord plug into a suitable wall outlet.

Cable connector

AC adapter

AC power cord

Flat side

Power connector

CAUTION:

• Do not use any AC adapter other than specified.

• When connecting or disconnecting the cable connector of the AC adapter, always pull

on the connector, not on the cable.

• The AC power cord should be connected to a wall outlet separated from others used by other equipment which tend to emit noise.

• Avoid pulling on the AC adapter cord, or the cord may be damaged or broken, causing a fire, electric shock.

• When the thunder rumbles nearby, disconnect the AC adapter from the wall outlet to avoid using the printer; otherwise, a thunderbolt may cause a fire or electric shock.

• Avoid placing the AC adapter cord near a heating device; otherwise, the cover of the cord may melt, causing a fire or electric shock.

• When you are not going to use the printer for a long period of time, disconnect the AC adapter from the wall outlet for safety.

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4.2 Connecting Interface Cables

Turn off the power of the printer. (As well as the host computer

connected.)

Orienting the interface cable terminal correctly, insert it into the

interface connector.

Secure the cable terminal as shown below.

Serial interface cable: Fasten the connector with screws. Parallel interface cable: Hold the connector with clamps.

Connect the other end of the interface cable to the host computer.

Serial interface connector

Serial interface cable

Parallel interface connector

Clamps

Parallel interface cable

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4.3 Connecting the Drawer Kick-Out Connector

Turn off the power of the printer.

Orienting the Drawer Kick-Out Cable Connector correctly, insert it into the

Drawer Kick-Out Connector on the back of the printer.

Fasten the ground wire to the ground connector on the printer

with a screw.

Drawer Kick-Out Cable connector

Drawer kick-out connector

Ground wire

CAUTION:

• Do not connect any other device than the specified drawer (Solenoid) to the Drawer Kick-Out Connector. (Do not connect a telephone line either.)

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4.4 Setting / Replacing Paper Rolls

4.4.1 Setting Paper Rolls

Turn on the power of the printer.

Placing your hands on the small hollows on both sides of the printer

cover, lift the cover up until it comes to a stop.

Cut the end of the paper roll at right angles and in a straight line.

Small hollows

Good No Good No Good No Good

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Check the winding direction of the paper roll, and then place it into the

paper roll holder in the Top cover.

With the paper roll placed between the platen levers on both sides of

the printer, pull the end of the paper roll out up to the end of the Top cover, and close the printer cover. The paper roll is set to come out of the printer through the paper output slot automatically.

Cut off the portion of the paper that is out of the printer using the

tear bar on the auto cutter.

Platen lever

Top cover

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CAUTION:

• Always use the specified types of paper roll.

• Use of other types of paper roll may not be able to guarantee the specified print

quality or service life of the printer.

• Pull out the end of the paper roll up to the end of the upper cover. The end of the paper should not go beyond or short of the end of the Top cover.

• When the paper roll is set, the paper end may sometimes come out folded over.

• If the paper roll is set inclined, pull the platen levers to adjust the position of the paper

roll.

• During printing, do not open the printer cover.

• If the paper fails to come out of the paper output slot, check to make sure the paper

end is properly cut, and then reset the paper roll. Also, after the printer has been used for prolonged periods of time, the platen roller may have been covered with paper debris, which may prevent the paper from coming out. If this happens, use a soft cloth dabbed with ethyl alcohol to wipe the paper debris off the surface of the platen roller.

• When the paper fails to come out of the paper output slot, you can set the paper roll using the procedure below:

1. While having the end of the paper roll inserted straight between the platen roller

and the head, press the FEED switch. The paper is pulled in by the platen roller and guided into the auto cutter. (The of end of the paper will slightly stick out of the paper output slot of the cutter.)

2. After closing the printer cover, the paper will be fed for a few more lines and then

automatically cut. Now, the printer is ready for printing. Remove the piece of paper cut off.

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4.4.2 Setting Paper Rolls when Easy Loading is Disabled (“5.2” DS1-3 ON)

Follow steps 1 to 4 in “4.4.1 Setting Paper Rolls”.

Insert the end of the paper roll straight between the platen roller

and the head.

The paper is automatically pulled in by the platen roller and guided into

the auto-cutter. (The end of the paper will slightly stick out of the paper output slot of the cutter.)

After closing the printer cover, the paper will be fed for a few more

lines and then automatically cut. Now, the printer is ready for printing. Remove the piece of paper cut off.

Top cover

CAUTION:

• Always use the specified types of paper roll.

• Use of other types of paper roll may not be able to guarantee the specified print

quality or service life of the printer.

• If the paper is slack, roll back the paper slightly to remove the slack. If there is too much slack, the paper may be too far from the paper sensor, possibly causing items 3 and 4 in “4.4.2 Setting Paper Rolls when Easy Loading is Disabled” to occur.

• If the paper roll is inclined, pull the platen levers to adjust the position of the paper roll.

• During printing, do not open the printer cover.

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4.5

Removing the Remainder of Paper Rolls

Open the printer cover.

Pull both platen levers in the direction of the arrows to separate

the platen roller from the head, and then pull out the paper roll.

CAUTION:

When removing the paper roll (in either direction), the platen levers must be pulled.

Platen lever

Printer cover

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4.6 Removing Paper Jams

Turn off the power of the printer.

Open the printer cover.

Cut the paper near the paper insertion slot.

Move the head springs on both sides in the direction of arrows to unhook

them from the chassis hooks, and lift them up.

Hold and lift the platen levers, and the platen roller unit can be

removed.

Remove any paper remaining in the paper path.

Holding the platen roller unit in the correct orientation, install it into the

printer with its bushes fitted in the bush guides on the chassis.

Chassis hook

Push guide

Head spring

Platen roller unit

While pushing on the platen roller unit lightly, lower the head springs

to hook them to the chassis hooks.

Push guide

CAUTION:

• Do not attempt to do anything inside the printer immediately after printing because the head and motor are very hot.

• Do not force the head springs to move beyond their moving range.

• When removing remaining paper, do not touch the heated surface of the head with

bare hand or with metal.

• After inserting the platen roller, be sure to confirm that it has been set correctly.

• When removing the platen roller unit, the power must be turned off.

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4.7 Releasing a Locked Cutter

Remove any paper in the paper path following the procedure in “4.6

Removing Paper Jams”.

Turn on the power of printer. The auto cutter initializes itself, returning

the cutter blade to the normal position. The alarm condition is also cleared.

If Step 2 failed to return the cutter blade and clear the alarm, then turn

the printer off and using a pair of tweezers or a screwdriver, rotate the emergency knob located in a hole at the bottom of the printer in the direction shown to return the cutter blade.

Use a pair of tweezers to remove any remaining paper around the

cutter blade.

Emergency knob

CAUTION:

• Do not attempt to do anything inside the printer immediately after printing because the head and motor are very hot.

• When removing remaining paper, do not touch the heated surface of the head with bare hand or with metal.

• By using the DIP switch, you can either engage or disengage the cutter. When using the printer with the cutter disengaged, make sure that the cutter blade has been completely returned. If it has not, follow the above procedure to return it.

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4.8 Cleaning the Print Head

Remove the platen roller unit following the procedure in “4.6

Removing Paper Jams”.

Wipe off stains, such as dust and the like, on the heating element of the

head using a cotton swab impregnated with ethyl alcohol.

Replace the platen roller unit.

Platen roller unit

Print head

CAUTION:

• Do not touch the heat-emitting surface of the head with bare hands or metal objects.

• Do not attempt to do anything inside the printer immediately after printing because

the head and motor are very hot.

• When removing the platen roller unit, the power must be switched off.

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4.9 Operation Panel and Error Indication

POWER lamp (Green)

Lights when the power is turned on. It blinks when a memory check error has occurred.

ERROR lamp (Red)

Lights or blinks to show different error states.

Error indication

Memory check error Lights

Cover open

Head overheat

Paper near-end Paper end

Cutter motor lock

Macro execution wait

Low voltage error

POWER LED

(Quick blinking)

Lights

Lights Lights

Lights

ERROR LED Recovery method

Lights

(Slow blinking 1.5 second)

Lights

(Quick & Slow blinking)

(Slow blinking)

(Quick & Slow blinking)

High voltage error Lights

(Quick & Slow blinking)

Not recoverable

Close the cover

Recovers automatically when the temperature returns to normal

Set a new paper roll Set a new paper roll

Remove paper jams

Press the FEED switch

Not recoverable

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POWER lamp (Green)

POWER

ERROR lamp (Red)

ERROR

FEED switch

FEED

Description of errors

Cover open: When you open the printer cover, the cover open sensor is

activated, causing the ERROR LED to light and the printing operation to stop. However, by making a proper setting on the DIP switch, the paper can be fed through the printer with the cover open.

Head overheat: To protect the print head from being overheated, the head

temperature sensor is activated if the head temperature rises over approx. 65°C, causing the ERROR LED to blink and the printing operation to stop. Printing resumes automatically when the head temperature lowers below approx. 60°C.

Paper Near-end: When the diameter of the paper roll becomes small, the Paper

Near End sensor located on the side of the upper cover roller will be activated. An ERROR light will come on to indicate that the paper supply has become low. (See “Selecting the Paper Sensor valid for a paper end signal output” and “Selecting the Paper Near-end Sensor valid for print stop” described in “10. PRINT CONTROL FUNCTIONS”.)

Paper end: When the paper roll has run out, the Paper end-Sensor

located near the print head on the paper path detects the end of the paper roll, causing the ERROR LED to light and printing to stop. (See “Selecting the Paper Sensor valid for a paper end signal output” and “Selecting the Paper Near-end Sensor valid for print stop” described in “10. PRINT CONTROL FUNCTIONS”.)

Cutter motor lock: While the cutter motor is running, if the cutter position

detecting sensor inside the cutter unit remains ON or OFF for approx. 1 second or more, the printer determines that the motor has locked, causing the cutter operation and printing to stop. (See “4.7 Releasing a Locked Cutter”.)

Low voltage error: Occurs when the voltage supplied to the printer decreases ; if

this has occurred, turn the power off immediately.

High voltage error: Occurs when the voltage supplied to the printer increases ; if

this has occurred, turn the power off immediately.

FEED switch

• Pressing this switch briefly causes one line of paper feeding. Holding down the switch causes continuous paper feeding.

• While a macro is waiting to be executed, pressing the switch causes the macro to be executed.

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4.10 Self Printing

Performing Self Printing

If you press the POWER switch while holding down the FEED switch, self printing is performed.

POWER

ERROR

FEED

POWER lamp (Green)

ERROR lamp (Red)

FEED switch

POWER switch

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4.11 Hexadecimal Dump

Hexadecimal dump function allows data sent from the host computer to be printed in hexadecimal numbers as well as in characters corresponding to the numbers.

Starting hexadecimal dump

Open the top cover.

While pressing the FEED switch, turn on the power of the printer “

When you close the cover “➁”, a message “Hexadecimal Dump” is

printed on paper, and then the data received afterward is printed in hexadecimal numbers and the corresponding characters.

• If a character is not available corresponding to the data received,

“ . ” is printed instead.

• During hexadecimal dump, no

other functions than DLE EOT and DLE ENQ work.

• If the data received is not enough for a full line, pressing the FEED switch causes the line to be printed.

➀”.

=== Hexadecimal Dump ===

Quitting hexadecimal dump

After hexadecimal printing, this function is terminated when you

turn off the power or when a reset signal is received from the interface.

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5. SETTING DIP SWITCHES

5.1 Location of DIP Switches

To access the DIP switches, follow these steps:

Turn off the power of the printer.

Disconnect the Power Unit Connector.

Remove the back cover. (Unfasten the two screws and lift

the back cover in the direction of the arrow.)

DS1

IC2

12345678

DS2

12345678

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Parallel Interface

IC2

DS2

DS3

12345678

DS4

12345678

DS1

Serial Interface

1432

5.2 Table for Setting DIP Switches

DIP switch 1

No. Function ON OFF Factory setting

1 Auto cutter Available Not available ON 2 Cover open Invalid Valid OFF 3 Easy Loading Invalid Valid OFF 4 Print columns 5 CR mode LF Operation Ignored OFF 6 Input buffer 4K bytes 64K bytes OFF 7 8 OFF

Print density See the table below

Print density (DIP switch 1)

No. (Light) (Standard) (Slightly dark) (Dark)

Print density Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4

7 OFF ON OFF ON 8 OFF OFF ON ON

Note: If print density is set to level 2 or over, print speed may decrease.

60 columns 69 columns

OFF

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DIP switch 2

No. Function ON OFF Factory setting

1 Character code OFF * 2 Character code 3 Character code OFF * 4 Character code OFF * 5 JIS/Shift JIS Shift JIS JIS OFF

Condition for BUSY Reception

to occur buffer full

7 Unused ——OFF 8 Unused ——OFF

See the table below.

• Off-line

• Reception

buffer full

OFF *

OFF

* : Depends on destinations.

Selection of Character Code tables (DIP switch 2)

Code page

No.

Codepage PC437 (USA, European Standard) Codepage Katakana (Japanese) ON OFF OFF OFF Codepage PC850 (Multilingual) OFF ON OFF OFF Codepage PC860 (Portuguese) ON ON OFF OFF Codepage PC863 (Canadian-French) OFF OFF ON OFF Codepage PC865 (Nordic) ON OFF ON OFF Codepage PC852 (Eastern Europe) OFF ON ON OFF Codepage PC866 (Russian) ON ON ON OFF Codepage PC857 (Turkish) OFF OFF OFF ON Windows Codepage ON OFF OFF ON Not defined ————

•———— Blank page ON ON ON ON

1234

OFF OFF OFF OFF

“Blank page”is an area for user registration, and is blank (Space) by default. When “Katakana” is selected, the international character is set for Japanese.

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DIP switch 3

No. Function ON OFF Factory setting

1 Bit length 7 bits 8 bits OFF 2 Parity Available Not available OFF 3 Odd /Even Even number Odd number OFF 4 Communication mode XON/XOFF DTR/DSR OFF

DIP switch 4

No. Function ON OFF Factory setting

1 Baud rate 2 Baud rate ON 3 DSR Reset DSR OFF 4 INIT Reset — OFF

See the table below.

OFF

Baud rate (DIP switch 4)

Baud rate

No.

2400 OFF OFF 4800 ON OFF 9600 OFF ON

19200 ON ON

Note: Dip switches 3 and 4 are only for serial interface.

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6. PARALLEL INTERFACE

6.1 Bidirectional Parallel Interface (IEEE1284)

6.1.1 Compatibility Mode (Host → Printer communication :

Centronics compliant)

• General description This printer provides Compatibility Mode, which specifies the Centronics interface conventionally used for a wide variety of applications.

• Specifications Data transfer method: 8-bit parallel Synchronizing method: Controlled by nStrobe signal externally supplied Handshaking: Handled by nAck and Busy signals Signal level: All signals are C-MOS compatible

6.1.2 Reverse Mode (Printer → Host communication)

Data transfer from the printer to the host computer is conducted in Nibble or Byte Mode. (For details, See “APPENDIX 2. BIDIRECTIONAL PARALLEL INTERFACE”.)

Outline

The reverse mode has been devised to handle data transfer from an asynchronous printer controlled by a host computer. In Nibble Mode, data is transferred, 4-bits (A nibble) at a time, using traditional control lines. In Byte Mode, data is transferred by making 8-bit data lines bidirectional. Note that either mode cannot work simultaneously with Compatibility Mode, thus resulting in half-duplex transmission. (For details, See “APPENDIX 2. BIDIRECTIONAL PARALLEL INTERFACE”.)

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6.1.3 Connector Pin Configuration

Pin Source Compatibility Mode Nibble Mode Byte Mode

1 Host nStrobe HostClk HostClk 2 Host/Ptr Data0(LSB) Data0(LSB) Data0(LSB) 3 Host/Ptr Data1 Data1 Data1 4 Host/Ptr Data2 Data2 Data2 5 Host/Ptr Data3 Data3 Data3 6 Host/Ptr Data4 Data4 Data4 7 Host/Ptr Data5 Data5 Data5 8 Host/Ptr Data6 Data6 Data6

9 Host/Ptr Data7(MSD) Data7(MSD) Data7(MSD) 10 Printer nAck PtrClk PtrClk 11 Printer Busy PtrBusy/Data3.7 PtrBusy 12 Printer PEerror AckDataReq/Data2.6 AckDataReq 13 Printer Select Xflag/Data1.5 Xflag 14 Host nAutoFd HostBusy HostBusy 15 NC ND ND 16 GND GND GND 17 FG FG FG 18 Printer +5V +5V +5V 19 GND GND GND 20 GND GND GND 21 GND GND GND 22 GND GND GND 23 GND GND GND 24 GND GND GND 25 GND GND GND 26 GND GND GND 27 GND GND GND 28 GND GND GND 29 GND GND GND 30 GND GND GND 31 Host nInit nInit nInit 32 Printer nFault nDataAvail/Data0.4 nDataAvail 33 GND ND ND 34 Printer DK_STATUS ND ND 35 Printer +5V ND ND 36 Host nSelectIn 1284-Active 1284-Active

NC: Not Connected ND: Not Defined

Applicable connectors

Printer side: 57LE-40360 (Amphenol) or equivalent Cable side: 57-30360 (Amphenol) or equivalent

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CAUTION:

• The first letter “n” of each signal name indicates that the signal is active “L”.

• If any one of the above signals is not available, bidirectional communication cannot be

accomplished.

• In interfacing signals, be sure to use twist-paired wires for signal lines, and the return side must be connected to signal ground level.

• All interfacing conditions are specified based on C-MOS level and must satisfy the following characteristics. Also, specify the rising and falling time of each signal as 0.5 µs.

• Avoid transferring data by ignoring nAck or Busy signal; otherwise, the data may be erased.

• Make the interface cables as short as necessary.

6.2 Description of Input and Output Signals

6.2.1 Input and Output Signals

Input signals to the printer

• Data: An 8-bit parallel signal. (Active “High”)

• nStrobe: A strobe signal to help read 8-bit data. (Active “Low”)

• nInit: A signal to reset the entire printer functions. (Active “Low”)

• nSelectIn: This signal is made “High” when the printer is changed to IEEE

1284 mode.

Output signals from the printer

• nAck: An 8-bit data request signal, which is output at the end of a Busy signal. (Active “Low”)

• Busy: A signal to indicate a busy state of the printer. Input new data when this signal is “Low”. (Active “High”)

• nFault: This signal becomes “Low” when alarmed. At this time, all control circuits in the printer are deactivated. (Active “Low”)

• PEerror: A signal to indicate that the paper supply has become low or has run out completely. (Active “High”)

• DK_STATUS: This signal becomes “High” when the switch is open, and “Low” when it is closed.

Power related signal

• +5 V: A 5 V signal, which is pulled up by a 3.3 KΩ resistor.

• GND: Common ground on circuits.

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6.2.2 Electrical Characteristics

Input signal level (nStrobe, Data 0-7)

All the input signals are at the C-MOS level.

“HIGH” level: 4.0 V minimum “LOW” level: 0.9 V maximum

Output signal level

All the output signals are at the C-MOS level.

“HIGH” level: 2.4 V minimum “LOW” level: 0.4 V maximum

Input and output conditions

All the input signals, Data 0-7, are each pulled up with 50 kΩ resistor, and the other input signals are each pulled up with a 3.3 kΩ resistor.

[Host Side][Printer Side]

Vcc

Twisted Pair Wire

All the output signals, Data 0-7, are each pulled up with a 50 kΩ resistor, and the other output signals are each pulled up with a 3.3 kΩ resistor.

[Printer Side] [Host Side]

Vcc

Twisted Pair Wire

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6.2.3 Timing Chart (Compatibility Mode)

Data input and print timing

Power

Data

T1, T2, T3: 0.5 µs MIN T4: 270 ns MAX T5: 2.3 µs TYP T6: 500 ms MIN

(At power- on)

nStrobe

Busy

nAck

6.2.4 Data Reception Control

When the Busy signal is at “LOW”, the printer can receive data from the host computer, but when at “HIGH”, data reception is not possible.

6.2.5 Buffering

Since the printer can buffer 64K bytes of data, the host computer is immediately made free.

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7. SERIAL INTERFACE

7.1 Specifications

(1) Synchronizing system

Asynchronous

(2) Baud rate

2400, 4800, 9600, or 19200 bps (User selectable)

(3) Configuration of one word

Start bit: 1-bit Data bits: 7 or 8-bits (User selectable) Parity bit: Odd, even, or none (User selectable) Stop bit: 1-bit or more

(4) Signal polarity

RS-232C

• Mark = Logic “1” (–3 V to –12 V)

• Space = Logic “0” (+3 V to +12 V)

(5) Received data (RD signal)

RS-232C

• Mark = 1

• Space = 0

(6) Reception control (DTR signal)

RS-232C

• Mark: Data transfer disabled

• Space: Data transfer enabled

(7) Transmission control (TD signal)

DC1 code (11H)X-ON: Data reception enabled DC3 code (13H)X-OFF: Data reception disabled

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7.2 Connector Pin Configuration

No. Signal name Input/output Function

1FG — Grounding for safety 2 TD Output Transferred data 3 RD Input Received data 4 RTS Output Same as DTR

6 DSR Input

7 GND — Ground for signals 20 DTR Output Printer Busy signal 25 INIT Input Reset (Selected with a DIP switch)

Applicable connectors (D-Sub connectors)

Printer side: 17LE-13250 (DDK) or equivalent Cable side: 17JE-23250 (DDK) or equivalent

Data set ready or reset

(Selected with a DIP switch)

CAUTION:

• Signals for RS-232C are specified based on EIA RS-232C.

• While data is not being transferred, always maintain the received data in a mark state.

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7.3 Description of Input and Output Signals

7.3.1 Input and Output Signals

(1) RD

This is a serial reception data signal. When a framing error, overrun error or parity error occurs, the data containing the error is printed as a “?”.

(2) DTR, RTS

When this signal is Ready, you can write data or commands into the input buffer. If you do so while the signal is Busy, an overrun error occurs, and the previously written data will be ignored. Data can be written into the input buffer even during printing. A Busy signal is also issued at the time of power-on, test printing, online communication, and resetting.

(3) TD

As data is received, the remaining capacity of the printer’s input buffer decreases. When it becomes less than 128 bytes, a DC3 (13H) (Data reception disable signal) is output to the host computer. On the other hand, when the remaining capacity of the input buffer increases to 256 or more bytes, a DC1 (11H)(Data reception enable signal) is output to the host computer.

(4) DSR

During status information transmission, if DTR/DSR control is selected, the host computer transfers data to the printer after checking this signal is a space. If DTR/ DSR control is not selected, the host computer ignores this signal and sends data to the printer. Also, this signal can be used as a reset signal after switching a DIP switch. (See “5.2 Table for Setting DIP Switches”.) When the pulse width of the signal is 1 ms or longer, a reset will be applied.

(5) INIT

This signal can be used as a reset signal after switching a DIP switch. (See “5.2 Table for Setting DIP Switches”.) When the pulse width of the signal is 1 ms or longer in space state, a reset will be applied.

(6) FG

This is a Frame Ground signal.

(7) GND

This is a common ground on circuits.

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7.3.2 Error Detection

Detection of parity errors, framing errors, and overrun errors is provided with this printer. When an error is detected, the data containing the error is stored in the buffer as a “?”.

(1) Framing error

If a space state is detected at the timing of stop bit detection, this indicates that an error has occurred. The data containing the error is stored in the buffer as a “?”.

(2) Parity error

With parity check specified, when data is parity-checked and an error is detected, the data containing the error is stored in the buffer as a “?”.

(3) Overrun error

If an overrun error is detected, the data containing the error is stored in the buffer as a “?”.

7.3.3 Data Reception Control

With DTR/DSR control selected, when DTR signal becomes “Low”, the printer can receive data from the host computer, but when it is “High”, the printer cannot receive data. With DTR/DSR control not selected, after sending out X-ON, the printer receives data from the host computer, but cannot receive data from the host computer after X-OFF is sent out.

7.3.4 Buffering

When data is transferred to the input buffer, DTR and TD signals are used as control signals.

• Refer to 7.3.1 (2) for DTR signal.

• Refer to 7.3.1 (3) for TD signal.

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7.3.5 Electrical Characteristics

RS-232C circuit

Input (RD, DSR, INIT)

[Printer Side] [Host Side]

Equivalent to MAX232

Output (DTR, TD, RTS)

[Printer Side] [Host Side]

Equivalent to MAX232

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8. DRAWER KICK-OUT CONNECTOR AND POWER CONNECTOR

8.1 Specifications of Drawer Kick-Out Connector

8.1.1 Drawer Kick-Out drive signal

A pulse specified by ESC p, DLE DC4 is output. In parallel interface mode, the SW(+) state can be confirmed at No. 34 pin of the interface connector or by the DLE EOT, GS a and GS r commands at the serial/parallel interface.

8.1.2 Electrical characteristics

• Drive voltage: DC 24 V

• Drive current: 0.8 A maximum (Within 510 ms)

• SW signal: Signal level “L” = 0 to 0.5 V “H” = 3 to 5 V

8.1.3 Connector Pin Configuration

Function

1 2 3 4 5 6

SignalNo. FG DRAWER 1 DRSW VDR DRAWER 2 GND

Frame Ground Drawer 1 drive signal Drawer switch input Drawer drive power supply Drawer 2 drive signal Common ground on circuits

Connector used: TM5RJ3-66 (Hirose) or equivalent Applicable connector: TM3P-66P (Hirose) or equivalent

CAUTION:

• No output is produced while printing.

• The drawers 1 and 2 cannot be driven simultaneously.

• A solenoid used for the drawer should be of 36 Ω or more. The output current should

be kept at 0.8 A or less; otherwise, breakdown or burning could occur.

• This connector cannot be connected to a telephone line. Do not connect to anything other than the solenoid.

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8.1.4 Drive Circuit

+5V

VDR

8.2 Specifications of the Power Connector

The following shows the power connector from the dedicated AC adapter.

Pin configuration of Power connector

(Pin number and function)

GND

N.C

+24V

Power connector: TCS7960-53-2010 (Hosiden) or equivalent Applicable connector: TCP8927-63-1100 (Hosiden) or equivalent

TCP8927-53-1100 (Hosiden) or equivalent

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9. MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE

For the information on maintenance and service, please contact our dealer.

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10. PRINT CONTROL FUNCTIONS

10.1 Command List

No.

Command

1 HT Horizontal tab S.P. 2 LF Printing and paper feed S.P. 3 CR Back to printing S.P.

4FF

5 CAN Canceling print data in PAGE MODE P 6 DLE EOT Sending status in real-time S.P. 7 DLE ENQ Real-time request to printer S.P.

8 DLE DC4 Outputting specified pulse in real-time S.P.

9 ESC FF Printing data in PAGE MODE P

10 ESC SP Setting the right spacing of the character S.P.* 11 ESC ! Collectively specifying the printing mode S.P. 12 ESC $ Specifying the absolute positions S.P.

13 ESC %

14 ESC & Defining the download characters S.P.

15 ESC

16 ESC - Specifying/Canceling underline S.P. 17 ESC 2 Specifying 1/6-inch line feed rate S.P. 18 ESC 3 Setting line feed width S.P.* 19 ESC = Data input control S.P. 20 ESC ? Deleting download characters S.P. 21 ESC @ Initializing the printer S.P. 22 ESC D Setting horizontal tab position S.P. 23 ESC E Specifying/Canceling Emphasis Printing S.P. 24 ESC G 25 ESC J Printing and feeding paper S.P.* 26 ESC L Selecting PAGE MODE S 27 ESC M Selection of character fonts S.P. 28 ESC R Selecting the international character set S.P. 29 ESC S Selecting STANDARD MODE P

In the Mode column: S = STANDARD MODE, P = PAGE MODE

Printing in PAGE MODE and returning to STANDARD MODE

Specifying/Canceling download character set

Specifying the bit image mode S.P.

Specifying/Canceling Double strike printing

* shows the command affected by GS P.

Function Mode Code Page

<09>H <0A>H <0D>H

<0C>H

<18>H <10>H<04>H<n>

<10>H<05>H<n>

<10>H<14>H<n> <m><t> <1B>H<0C>H <1B>H<20>H<n> <1B>H<21>H<n>

<1B>H<24>H<n1> <n2>

S.P. <1B>H<25>H<n>

<1B>H<26>H<s>H <n><m>[<a><p1> <p2> ⋅ ⋅ <ps×a>] m-n+1 <1B>H<2A>H<m> <n1><n2>[<d>]k <1B>H<2D>H<n> <1B>H<32>H <1B>H<33>H<n> <1B>H<3D>H<n> <1B>H<3F>H<n> <1B>H<40>H <1B>H<44>H [<n>]k<00> <1B>H<45>H<n>

S.P.

<1B>H<47>H<n> <1B>H<4A>H<n> <1B>H<4C>H <1B>H<4D>H<n> <1B>H<52>H<n> <1B>H<53>H

46 47 48

50 51 54

56 57 59 61

68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81

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No.

Command

30 ESC T

31 ESC V

32 ESC W Defining the print area in PAGE MODE P*

33 ESC \ Specifying the relative position S.P.* 34 ESC a Aligning the characters S.P.

35 ESC c3

36 ESC c4

37 ESC c5 Enabling/Disabling the panel switches S.P.

38 ESC d

39 ESC p Generating the specified pulses S.P.

40 ESC t Selecting the character code table S.P. 41 ESC { 42 GS ! Specifying the character size S.P.

43 GS $

44 GS

45 GS ( A Execution of test printing S

46 GS / Printing the downloaded bit image S.P. 47 GS : Starting/Ending macro definition S.P.

48 GS B

49 GS H

50 GS I Sending the printer ID S.P.

51 GS L Setting the left margin S

52 GS P Specifying the basic calculation pitch S.P.

53 GS V Cutting the paper S.P.*

In the Mode column: S = STANDARD MODE, P = PAGE MODE

Selecting the character printing direction in PAGE MODE Specifying/Canceling 90°-right-turned characters

Selecting the Paper Sensor valid for a paper end signal output Selecting the Paper Near-end Sensor valid for print stop

Printing and feeding the paper by “n” lines

Specifying/Canceling the inverted characters

Specifying the absolute vertical position of characters in PAGE MODE

Defining the download bit image S.P.

Specifying/Canceling the black/white inverted printing Selecting of printing position of HRI characters

Function Mode Code Page

S.P.

* shows the command affected by GS P.

<1B>H<54>H<n>

<1B>H<56>H<n>

<1B>H<57>H<xL><xH> <yL><yH><dxL><dxH>

<1B>H<7B>H<n> <1D>H<21>H<n> <1D>H<24>H<nL>

<nH> <1D>H<2A>H<n1> <n2>[<d>]n1×n2×8 <1D>H<28>H<41>H <pL><pH><n><m> <1D>H<2F>H<m> <1D>H<3A>H

<1D>H<42>H<n>

<1D>H<48>H<n>

<1D>H<49>H<n> <1D>H<4C>H<nL>

<y> (

1)<1D>H<56>H<m>

(2)<1D>H<56>H<m>

<n>

86 87

93 94 95

100

101 102

103

104

106

107

108

109

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No.

Command

54 GS W Setting the print area width S.P.*

55 GS \

56 GS ^ Executing the macro S.P.

57 GS a

58 GS f Selecting the font of HRI characters S.P. 59 GS h Specifying the height of the bar code S.P.

60 GS k Printing the bar code S.P.

61 GS r Sending status S.P.

62 GS v0

63 GS w

Specifying the relative vertical position of a character in PAGE MODE

Enabling/Disabling ASB (Automatic Status Back)

Printing of raster bit image S

Specifying the horizontal size (Magnification) of bar code

Function Mode Code Page

S.P.*

Command relative to NV memory

No.

Command

64 FS g3

Writing data into the download user NV memory

Function Mode Code Page

<1D>H<57>H<nL> <nH> <1D>H<5C>H<nL> <nH> <1D>H<5E>H<n1> <n2><n3>

S.P.

<1D>H<61>H<n>

<1D>H<66>H<n> <1D>H<68>H<n> (1)<1D>H<6B>H<m>

[d1...dk]NUL

(2)<1D>H<6B>H<m>

<n>[d1...dn] <1D>H<72>H<n> <1D>H<76>H<30>H <m><xL><xH> <yL><yH>[<d>]k

S.P.

<1D>H<77>H<n>

<1C>H<67>H<33>H <m><a1><a2><a3>

<a4><nL><nH> [<d>]nL+(nH×256)

110

112

113

114

117 118

119

127

129

131

132

65 FS g4

66 FS p Printing the download NV bit images S

67 FS q Defining the download NV bit image S

In the Mode column: S = STANDARD MODE, P = PAGE MODE

Reading data from the download user NV memory

* shows the command affected by GS P.

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<1C>H<67>H<34>H

S.P.

<1C>H<70>H<n> <m> <1C>H<71>H<n>H

134

136

138

10.2 Command Details

10.2.1 Description of Each Item

XXXX

[Function] The name of a command.

[Code] The string of codes comprising the command is represented

by < >H for hexadecimal numbers, < >B for binary numbers, and < > for decimal numbers, [ ] k denotes the number of repetition of “k” times.

[Range] Indicates the values (setting range) of argumeuts of the

command.

Note: If values outside the defined domain specified with

control codes are used, malfunctions could possibly occur, so be sure to use the values within the defined domain.

[Outline] Describes the functions of the command.

[Caution] Describes important points and cautionary notes, as required.

[Default] Initial values for the command if it has arguments.

[Reference] Describes commands related to the command when it is used.

[Sample Program] Describes examples of coding in Basic.

Examples are only for reference. They may vary depending

on language and version. For details, please refer to a manual in your language.

[Print Results] Describes the print results obtained by executing the above

programs. However, the print results shown are different in scale from actual print results.

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10.2.2 Command Details

[Function] Horizontal tab

[Code] <09>H

[Outline] Shifts the printing position to the next horizontal tab position.

• Ignored when the next horizontal tab position has not been set.

[Caution] • The horizontal tab position is set by ESC D.

• The initial setting of horizontal tab positions is at intervals of

8 characters for font A at 9th, 17th, 25th, 33rd, columns.

[See Also] ESC D

[Sample Program]

LPRINT “0123456789012345678901”; LPRINT CHR$(&HA); LPRINT CHR$(&H9) + “AAA”; LPRINT CHR$(&H9) + “BBB”; LPRINT CHR$(&HA) ; LPRINT CHR$(&H1B) + “D”; LPRINT CHR$(3) + CHR$(7) + CHR$(14) + CHR$(0); LPRINT CHR$(&H9) + “AAA”; LPRINT CHR$(&H9) + “BBB”; LPRINT CHR$(&H9) + “CCC” + CHR$(&HA) ;

[Print Results]

END

0123456789012345678901

AAA

BBB

CCC

← Initially set horizontal tab ← When set to the 4th, 8th, and 15th

columns

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[Function] Printing and paper feed

[Code] <0A>H

[Outline] Prints data inside the print buffer and feeds paper based on the

line feed amount having been set.

• The head of the line becomes the next print starting position.

[See Also] ESC 2, ESC 3

[Sample Program]

LPRINT “AAA” + CHR$(&HA) ; LPRINT “BBB” + CHR$(&HA) ; LPRINT CHR$(&HA) ; LPRINT “CCC” + CHR$(&HA) ; END

[Print Results]

← Print and line feed

AAA BBB ← Print and line feed

← Line feed only

CCC ← Print and line feed

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[Function] Back to printing

[Code] <0D>H

[Outline] 1) When DSW1-5 is OFF:

This command is ignored.

2) When DSW1-5 is ON:

With data held inside the internal print buffer, printing and line feed are performed.

Without data inside the internal print buffer, however, only line feed is performed.

[See Also] LF

[Sample Program]

[Print Results]

LPRINT “AAA” + CHR$(&HD) ; LPRINT “BBB” + CHR$(&HD) ; LPRINT CHR$(&HD) ; LPRINT “CCC” + CHR$(&HD) ; END

AAA

← Print and line feed

BBB ← Print and line feed

← Line feed only

CCC ← Print and line feed

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[Function] Printing in PAGE MODE and returning to STANDARD MODE

[Code] <0C>H

[Outline] Executes a batch printout of the data mapped in the entire print

area, and then returns to STANDARD MODE.

[Caution] • All mapped data is erased after printout.

• The print area set up by ESC W is initialized.

• This command does not execute a paper cut.

• After this command is executed, the beginning of the line is

taken as the start position for the next print.

• This command is only effective when the PAGE MODE is selected.

[See Also] “PAGE MODE” in APPENDIX 1

ESC FF, ESC L, ESC S

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CAN

[Function] Canceling print data in PAGE MODE

[Code] <18>H

[Outline] Erases all data contained in the currently effective print area in

PAGE MODE.

[Caution] • This command is only effective when PAGE MODE is selected.

• If any data mapped in the previously established print area

overlaps the data in the currently set print area, the overlapped data in the previously established area will be erased when this command is executed.

[See Also] “PAGE MODE” in APPENDIX 1

ESC L, ESC W

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DLE EOT n

[Function] Sending status in real-time

[Code] <10>H<04>H<n>

[Range] 1

[Outline] Sends in real-time the status specified by “n”.

[Caution] • Each status represents the current status of the printer.

n 4

n = 1: Printer status n = 2: Status caused by an offline condition n = 3: Status caused by an error n = 4: Continuous paper detector status

• The status is transferred without checking whether the host is ready to receive or busy.

• This command is executed even if the printer is in offline state, receive-buffer full state, or error state.

• This command is dealt with when it is received.

• If a data string of <10>H<04>H<n> (1

received data, the printer acts the same way as with this command. Therefore, the user should be reminded of this fact.

[Example]

ESC * mnL nH [d1 ... dk], where d1 = <10>H, d2 = <04>H, d3 = <01>H.

• If ASB (Automatic Status Back) is enabled by GS a, it is necessary to discriminate between the status due to ASB and the status due to this command.

n 4) is present in the

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(1) Printer status (When n = 1 is specified)

Bit Status Hex. Decimal

0 Unused (Fixed at 0) 00 0 1 Unused (Fixed at 1) 02 2

Status of pin 3 of Drawer Kick-Out Connector = L

Status of pin 3 of Drawer Kick-Out Connector = H

Online status 00 0

Offline status 08 8 4 Unused (Fixed at 1) 10 16 5 Undefined —— 6 Undefined —— 7 Unused (Fixed at 0) 00 0

(2)

Status caused by an offline condition (When n = 2 is specified)

Bit Status Hex. Decimal

0 Unused (Fixed at 0) 00 0 1 Unused (Fixed at 1) 02 2

Cover closed 00 0 2

Cover open 04 4

Not in paper feed state triggered by

FEED switch 3

In paper feed state triggered by FEED

switch 4 Unused 10 16

Printing is not stopped because of

“paper out” state 5

Printing is stopped because of

“paper out” state

Error not occurred 00 0 6

Error occurred 40 64 7 Unused (Fixed at 0) 00 0

00 0

04 4

00 0

08 8

00 0

20 32

Bit 5: Printing is stopped if the paper end detector detects a

“paper out” state, or if the printer is out of paper when the Paper Near-end Sensor is enabled by ESC c 4. At this time, bit 5 = “1”.

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(3) Status caused by an error (when n = 3 is specified)

Bit Status Hex. Decimal

0 Unused (Fixed at 0) 00 0 1 Unused (Fixed at 1) 02 2 2 Undefined ——

Auto cutter error not occurred 00 0 3

Auto cutter error occurred 08 8 4 Unused (Fixed at 1) 10 16

Unrecoverable error not occurred 00 0 5

Unrecoverable error occurred 20 32

Auto recovery error not occurred 00 0 6

Auto recovery error occurred 40 64 7 Undefined (Fixed at 0) 00 0

Bit 3: If this error has occurred, remove the cause of the error,

and then DLE ENQ n (1

n 2) can be used to recover from the error. However, it is not possible to recover from any error due to a damaged cutter or circuit problem (e.g., broken wire).

Bit 6: If a head overheat error is detected, the printing is stopped

until the head temperature falls. At this time, bit 6 = “1”.

(4) Continuous paper detector status (When n = 4 is specified)

Bit Status Hex. Decimal

0 Unused (Fixed at 0) 00 0 1 Unused (Fixed at 1) 02 02

Paper found by Paper Near-end Sensor

2,3

Paper not found by Paper Near-end Sensor

4 Unused (Fixed at 1) 10 16

Paper found by Paper-end Sensor 00 0

5,6

Paper not found by Paper-end Sensor 60 96

7 Unused (Fixed at 0) 00 0

00 0

0C 12

[See Also] DLE ENQ, GS a, and GS r, “IDENTIFICATION OF SEND STATUS”

in APPENDIX 3

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DLE ENQ n

[Function] Real-time request to printer

[Code] <10>H<05>H<n>

[Range] 1

[Outline] The printer responds in real-time to the requests from the host.

[Caution] • This command is only effective if an auto cutter error has

[See Also] DLE EOT

n 2

n = 1: After recovering from an error, the printer resumes

printing from the beginning of the line where the error occurred.

n = 2: The printer clears the receive buffer and the print buffer,

and then recovers from the error.

occurred.

• If the cause of the error has not been removed completely, the printer may not be recovered from the error status.

• This command is dealt with when it is received.

• This command is also executed even if the printer is in a

receive-buffer full state.

• If a data string of <10>H<05>H<n> (1 received data, the printer acts in the same way as with this command. The user should, therefore, be reminded of this fact.

[Example] Within bit image data of a bit image, etc.

ESC * m nL nH {d} k, where d1 = <10>H, d2=<05>H, d3=<01>H1.

• Even if DLE ENQ 2 is executed, the settings made by, for example, ESC ! and ESC 3 retain the conditions when the error occurred. A combined use of this command and ESC @ can completely initialize the printer.

n 2) is present in the

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DLE DC4 n m t

[Function] Outputting specified pulse in real-time.

[Code] <10>H<14>H<n><m><t>

[Range] n=1, m=0,1

t 8

[Outline] A signal specified with “t” is output to the connector pin

specified with “m”.

m Connector pin

0 Pin No. 2 of drawer Kick-Out Connector 1 Pin No. 5 of drawer Kick-Out Connector

[Details] • On-time and off-time are set at t × 100 msec, respectively.

• In case an error occurred during the processing of this

command, the command is ignored.

• In case (ESC p or DLE DC4 under execution), during the processing of this command the command is ignored.

• This command will be processed as it is received.

• In specification of serial interface, the command is executed

even in offline, reception buffer full and error conditions.

• In specification of parallel interface, this command cannot be executed while the printer is BUSY.

• This command will be valid, even if specifying the printer is invalid due to the selection of peripheral units (ESC =).

[Caution] • If the same data string as this command is present in the

received data, the printer operates the same way as with this command. The user should, therefore, be careful.

• The command cannot be inserted in another string of commands which consist of codes of 2 bytes or more.

[Reference] ESC p

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ESC FF

[Function] Printing data in PAGE MODE

[Code] <1B>H<0C>H

[Outline] Prints out all the data mapped in the entire print area in PAGE

MODE.

[Caution] • This command is only effective when PAGE MODE is selected.

• Mapped data, as well as the ESC T and ESC W settings, and

the character mapping position are held even after printing.

[See Also] “PAGE MODE” in APPENDIX 1

FF, ESC L, ESC S

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ESC SP n

[Function] Setting the right spacing of the character

[Code] <1B>H<20>H<n>

[Range] 0 [Outline] Sets the right spacing of character to [n × basic calculation pitch].

[Caution] • If the horizontal magnification of character is set, the right

[Default] n = 0

[See Also] GS P

n 255

spacing increases with the magnification.

• The right spacing can be set separately for the STANDARD and PAGE MODES.

• The basic calculation pitch is set by GS P. Once defined, the right spacing is not changed if the basic calculation pitch is changed by GS P.

• Fractions resulting from calculation are corrected with the minimum pitch of the mechanism, and the remainder is omitted.

• In STANDARD MODE, this command uses the horizontal basic calculation pitch (x).

• In PAGE MODE, the basic calculation pitch used by this command depends on the start point:

(1) If the start point specified by ESC T is top left or bottom

right, the command uses the horizontal basic calculation pitch (x).

(2) If the start point specified by ESC T is top right or bottom

left, the command uses the vertical basic calculation pitch (y).

• The maximum right spacing is capable of approximately 31.906 mm. A setting greater than this maximum is trimmed to the maximum.

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[Sample Program]

LPRINT CHR$(&H1B) + “ ” + CHR$(0) ; LPRINT “AAAAA” + CHR$(&HA) ; LPRINT CHR$(&H1B) + “ ” + CHR$(1) ; LPRINT “AAAAA” + CHR$(&HA) ; LPRINT CHR$(&H1B) + “ ” + CHR$(12) ; LPRINT “AAAAA” + CHR$(&HA) ; END

[Print Results]

AAAAA

← 0-dot space

AAAAA ← 1-dot space AAAAA ← 12-dots space

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ESC ! n

[Function] Collectively specifying the printing mode

[Code] <1B>H<21>H<n>

[Range] 0

[Outline] Printing mode is assigned.

[Caution] • With double height and double width being specified

[Default] n = 0

[See Also] ESC E, ESC –, GS !

n 255

Bit Function

0 Character Font Font A Font B 1 Undefined 2 Undefined 3 Emphasis Canceled Specified 4 Double height Canceled Specified 5 Double width Canceled Specified 6 Undefined 7 Underline Canceled Specified

Value

simultaneously, quadruple characters are created.

• An underline is attached to the full character width, which, however, is not attached to the part having been skipped by the horizontal tab or specification of absolute positions. Neither is it attached to 90

-right-turned characters.

• The underline thickness is as specified by the <ESC –> command. (The default setting is 1 dot thick.)

• In case characters with different vertical magnification ratios coexist on the same line, they are printed on the same base line.

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[Sample Program]

LPRINT CHR$(&H1B) + “!” + CHR$($H00) + “H” ; LPRINT CHR$(&H1B) + “!” + CHR$($H01) + “H” ; LPRINT CHR$(&H1B) + “!” + CHR$($H08) + “H” ; LPRINT CHR$(&H1B) + “!” + CHR$($H10) + “H” ; LPRINT CHR$(&H1B) + “!” + CHR$($H20) + “H” ; LPRINT CHR$(&H1B) + “!” + CHR$($HB9) + “H” ; LPRINT CHR$(&HA) ; END

[Print Results]

Font A Font B Font A + Emphasis

∨∨∨

∨∨ ∨∨

Font B + Emphasis + Quadruple + Underline Font A + Underline Font A + Double Width Font A + Double Height

— 60 —

ESC $ n1 n2

[Function] Specifying the absolute positions

[Code] <1B>H<24>H<n1><n2>

[Range] 0

[Outline] The printing start position is moved to a position specified with

[Caution] The basic calculation pitch is set by GS P. After the line feed

[Default] The initial value is not defined.

[See Also] ESC \, GS P, GS \, GS $

n1 255

n2 255

(n1 + (n2 × 256) ) × basic calculation pitch from the beginning (left margin) of a line.

• The moved position is divided by 256, whose quotient is taken as “n2” and the residual as “n1”.

• Therefore, the printing start position is equal to n1 + n2 × 256 from the beginning of a line.

width is set, if the basic calculation by GS P leaves a fraction, the fraction is corrected with the minimum pitch of the mechanism, and the remainder is omitted.

In STANDARD MODE, this command uses the horizontal (Paper feed direction) basic calculation pitch (x).

In PAGE MODE, this command acts differently depending on the start point:

(1) If the start point specified by ESC T is top right or bottom

left, the command uses the vertical (Paper feed direction) basic calculation pitch (y).

(2) If the start point specified by ESC T is top left or bottom

right , the command uses the horizontal (Perpendicular to the paper feed direction) basic calculation pitch (x).

Specification beyond the end of the line is ignored.

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[Sample Program]

LPRINT CHR$(&H1B) + “$” ; LPRINT CHR$(0) + CHR$(0) + “A” ; LPRINT CHR$(&H1B) + “$” ; LPRINT CHR$(50) + CHR$(0) + “B” ; LPRINT CHR$(&H1B) + “$” ; LPRINT CHR$(0) + CHR$(1) + “C” ; LPRINT CHR$(&HA) ; LPRINT CHR$(&H1B) + “$” ; LPRINT CHR$(100) + CHR$(0) + “A” ; LPRINT CHR$(&H1B) + “\” ; LPRINT CHR$(&HC2) + CHR$(&HFF) + “B” ; LPRINT CHR$(&HA); END

[Print Results]

Absolute Position Specified

0 50 100 256

    ↓↓

AB ↓ C



    ↓

←

Relative Position Specified

–62

— 62 —

ESC % n

[Function] Specifying/Canceling download character set

[Code] <1B>H<25>H<n>

[Range] 0

[Outline] Specifying/canceling download characters.

[Caution] Download characters and download bit images cannot be

[Default] n = 0

[See Also] ESC &, ESC ?

[Sample Program]

SETCHR:

n 255

• Only the lowest bit (n0) is valid for n.

n0 Function

0 Canceling download character set 1 Specifying download character set

defined simultaneously.

GOSUB SETCHR LPRINT CHR$(&H1B) + “%” + CHR$(0) ; LPRINT “@A” + CHR$(&HA) ; LPRINT CHR$(&H1B) + “%” + CHR$(1) ; LPRINT “@A” +CHR$(&HA) ; END

LPRINT CHR$(&H1B) + “&” ; LPRINT CHR$(3) + “@” + “A”; FOR J=1 TO 2 READ REP LPRINT CHR$(REP) ; FOR I=1 TO REP∗3 READ D LPRINT CHR$(D) NEXT I NEXT J RETURN

DATA 6 DATA &HEF, &H80, &H00 DATA &H80, &H80, &H00 DATA &H80, &H80, &H00 DATA &H80, &H80, &H00 DATA &HFF, &HFF, &HFF DATA &HFF, &HFF, &HFF DATA 12 DATA &HFF, &HFF, &HFF DATA &H80, &H07, &HF9 DATA &H80, &HFF, &HF9 DATA &H87, &HFE, &H01 DATA &H9F, &H06, &H01 DATA &HF8, &H06, &H01 DATA &HF8, &H06, &H01 DATA &H9F, &H06, &H01 DATA &H87, &HFE, &H01 DATA &H80, &HFE, &HF9 DATA &H80, &H07, &HF9 DATA &HFF, &HFF, &HFF

[Print Results]

← Internal Character Set

← Download Character

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ESC & s n m [a [p] s × a] m–n+1

[Function] Defining the download characters [Code] <1B>H<26>H<s>H<n><m>[<a><p1><p2> ⋅ ⋅ <ps × a>]m-n+1

[Range] s = 3

n m 126

a 12 (Font A)

a 9 (Font B) p1 ⋅ ⋅ ps × a 255

[Outline] Defines the fonts of download characters.

Independent download characters can be defined for Font A and Font B.

•“s” indicates the number of bytes in vertical direction.

•“n” indicates the start character code and “m” the end

character code. To define only one character, set n=m.

• Character codes definable includes 95 ASCII codes in total in

the range of <20>H to <7E>H.

•“a” indicates the number of dots to be defined in horizontal

direction.

•“p” is the data to be defined, which indicate a pattern equal to

“a” dots in horizontal direction from the left end. The rest of

the pattern on the right side is filled with space. The number of data to be defined is s × a.

• Download characters thus defined remain valid until

redefinition, execution of ESC @, GS deletion by ESC ?, or turning the power OFF takes place.

[Caution] • Download characters and download bit images cannot be

defined simultaneously.

• Running this command clears the definition of the download

bit image.

[Default] Same as the internal character set.

[See Also] ESC %, ESC ?

, FS q or ESC (A,

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[Example]

12dot

9dot

24dot

p1 p4

p34

MSB

p35

p36

Font A Font B

LSB

24dot

p1 p4

p25

MSB

p26

p27

LSB

Create each data bit by setting “1” for a printed dot and “0” for an unprinted dot.

[Sample Program] Refer to Sample Program and Print Results for ESC % on

page 63.

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ESC * m n1 n2 [ d ] k

[Function] Specifying the bit image mode

[Code] <1B>H<2A>H<m><n1><n2> [<d>] k

[Range] m= 0, 1, 32, 33

n1 255

n2 3

d 255

k = n1 + 256 × n2 (m = 0, 1) k = (n1+ 256 × n2) × 3 (m = 32, 33)

[Outline] According to the number of dots specified in “n1”, “n2”, specify

the bit image of mode “m”.

• The number of dots printed is divided by 256, whose quotient

is taken as n2 and residual as “n1”.

• The total number of dots printed in the horizontal direction is

equal to n1 + (256 × n2).

• When bit image data have been input in excess of dot positions

that can be printed on one line, the excess data are discarded.

•”d” is bit image data. Bits to be printed are specified as “1”

and those not as “0”.

• The bit image modes specified by m are shown as follows:

0 8-dots single density 8 67 DPI 101 DPI 416

1 8-dots double density 8 67 DPI 203 DPI 832 32 24-dots single density 24 203 DPI 101 DPI 416 33 24-dots double density 24 203 DPI 203 DPI 832

Mode

Vertical Direction Horizontal Direction

No. of Dots Dot Density Dot Density Max. No. of Dots

[Caution] • When the value of m is out of the above range, the data

following after n1 is processed as normal printing data.

• After completion of bit image printing, the printer returns to normal data processing mode.

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[Sample Program]

LPRINT CHR$(&H1B) + “*”; LPRINT CHR$(0) + CHR$(20) + CHR$(0); GOSUB IMG1 LPRINT CHR$(&HA); LPRINT CHR$(&H1B + “ LPRINT CHR$(1) + CHR$(20) + CHR$(0); GOSUB IMG1 LPRINT CHR$(&HA); LPRINT CHR$(&H1B) + “ LPRINT CHR$(32) + CHR$(20) + CHR$(0); GOSUB IMG2 LPRINT CHR$(&HA); LPRINT CHR$(&H1B) + “ LPRINT CHR$(33) + CHR$(20) + CHR$(0); GOSUB IMG2 LPRINT CHR$(&HA); END

IMG1: LPRINT CHR$(&HFF); FOR I=1 TO 18

”;

LPRINT CHR$(&H85); NEXT I LPRINT CHR$(&HFF); RETURN IMG2: LPRINT CHR$(&HFF); LPRINT CHR$(&HFF); LPRINT CHR$(&HFF); FOR I=1 TO 18

LPRINT CHR$(&H80); LPRINT CHR$(&H00);

LPRINT CHR$(&H05); NEXT I LPRINT CHR$(&HFF); LPRINT CHR$(&HFF); LPRINT CHR$(&HFF); RETURN

[Print Results]

← 8-dots single density

← 8-dots double density

← 24-dots single density

← 24-dots double density

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ESC – n

[Function] Specifying/Canceling underline

[Code] <1B>H<2D>H<n>

[Range] 0

[Outline] Specifying/canceling an underline.

[Caution] • An underline is attached to the full character width. It is,

[Default] n = 0

[See Also] ESC !, FS -

[Sample Program]

n 2

n 50

n=0, 48 Canceling an underline n=1, 49 Specifying an underline for 1-dot width n=2, 50 Specifying an underline for 2-dots width

however, not attached to the part having been skipped by horizontal tab command.

• An underline is not attached to a 90

- right-turned characters.

LPRINT CHR$(&H1B) + “-” + CHR$(0); LPRINT “AAAAA”; LPRINT CHR$(&H1B) + “-” + CHR$(1); LPRINT “AAAAA” + CHR$(&HA); END

[Print Results]

Underline Canceled

←→

AAAAAAAAAA

←→

Underline Specified

— 68 —

ESC 2

[Function] Specifying 1/6-inch line feed rate

[Code] <1B>H<32>H

[Outline] The line feed rate per line is specified by 1/6 inch.

[Caution] Line feed rate can be specified respectively for both STANDARD

MODE and PAGE MODE.

[Sample Program]

[Print Results]

LPRINT “AAAAA” + CHR$(&HA); LPRINT CHR$(&H1B) + “3” + CHR$(0); LPRINT “AAAAA” + CHR$(&HA); LPRINT CHR$(&H1B) + “3” + CHR$(50); LPRINT “AAAAA” + CHR$(&HA); LPRINT CHR$(&H1B) + “2”; LPRINT “AAAAA” + CHR$(&HA); LPRINT “AAAAA”; LPRINT CHR$(&H1B) + “J” + CHR$(100); LPRINT “AAAAA” + CHR$(&HA); LPRINT “AAAAA” + CHR$(&HA); END

AAAAA

↑

1/6-inch line feed

 ↓

AAAAA

↑

0/203-inch line feed

↓ ↑

50/203-inch line feed

 ↓

AAAAA

↑

1/6-inch line feed

 ↓

AAAAA

↑     

100 /203-inch line feed

 ↓

↑

1/6-inch line feed

↓

— 69 —

ESC 3 n

[Function] Setting line feed width

[Code] <1B>H<33>H<n>

[Range] 0 [Outline] Sets the line feed width per line to [n × basic calculation pitch] .

[Caution] The line feed width can be set separately for the STANDARD

[Default] Approx 4.23 mm

[See Also] ESC 2, GS P

n 255

and PAGE MODES. The basic calculation pitch currently set is used. Once defined,

the line feed width is not changed even if the basic calculation pitch is changed.

Fractions resulting from calculation are corrected with the minimum pitch of the mechanism, and the remainder is omitted.

• In STANDARD MODE, this command uses the basic calculation pitch (y) in the paper feed direction.

• In PAGE MODE, this command acts differently depending on the printing direction and the start point set with ESC T n:

(1) If the start point is specified at the top left or bottom right,

the command uses the basic calculation pitch (y) in the paper feed direction.

(2) If the start point is specified at the top right or bottom left,

the command uses the basic calculation pitch (x) in a direction perpendicular to the horizontal paper feed direction.

The maximum settable line feed width is 1016 mm (40 inches). A setting greater than this maximum is trimmed to the maximum.

— 70 —

ESC = n

[Function] Data input control

[Code] <1B>H<3D>H<n>

[Range] 0

[Outline] Selecting equipment for which data input from the host is valid.

[Caution] • Even when the printer has not been selected, it can become

[Default] n = 1

n 255

• Each bit of “n” indicates as follows:

Bit Equipment

0 Printer Invalid Valid 1 Not defined 2 Not defined 3 Not defined 4 Not defined 5 Not defined 6 Not defined 7 Not defined

Value

BUSY state through printer operation.

• When the printer is deselected, this printer discards all the data until it is selected with this command. (Except DLE EOT, DLE ENQ, and DLE DC4)

— 71 —

ESC ? n

[Function] Deleting download characters

[Code] <1B>H<3F>H<n>

[Range] 32

[Outline] Deletes the downloaded characters of specified code.

[Caution] • Specifies the character code for the defined pattern to be

[See Also] ESC &, ESC %

n 126

deleted. After the deletion, internal characters are printed.

• This command deletes the code-defined pattern of the character font selected currently.

— 72 —

ESC @

[Function] Initializing the printer

[Code] <1B>H<40>H

[Outline] Clears data stored in the print buffer and brings various settings

to the initial state (Default state).

[Caution] • The settings of DIP switches are not read again.

• Data inside the internal input buffer is not cleared.

• Macro definitions are not cleared.

• NV bit image definitions are not cleared.

• Data in the user NV memory is not cleared.

[Sample Program]

[Print Results]

LPRINT CHR$(&H1B) + “!” + CHR$(&H30); LPRINT CHR$(&H1B) + “V” + CHR$(1); LPRINT “AAA” + CHR$(&HA); LPRINT CHR$(&H1B) + “@”; LPRINT “AAA” + CHR$(&HA); END

← Each setting has been

AAA

initialized by this command.

— 73 —

ESC D { n } k NUL

[Function] Setting horizontal tab position

[Code] <1B>H<44>H [<n>] k<00>

[Range] 1

[Outline] Specifying a horizontal tab position.

[Caution] When the data, <n> k, is equal to or smaller than its preceding

[Default] • Tab positions are set at eight-character intervals (9th, 17th,

[See Also] HT

[Sample Program] Refer to Sample Program and Print Results for HT on page 46.

n 255

k 32

•“n” indicates the number of columns from the beginning (left margin) to the horizontal tab position. Note, however, that “n= set position – 1”. For example, to set the position at 9th column, n=8 is to be specified.

•“k” denotes the number of horizontal tab positions you want to set.

• The tab position is set at a position where it is “character width × n” from the beginning of a line. The character width, at this time, includes the space on the right. If the horizontal magnification ratio of characters is 2 or above, the character width is increased correspondingly.

• Tab positions that can be specified are maximum 32. Specifying tab positions exceeding this limit is ignored.

• <n> k, which denotes a setting position, is input in the increasing order and ends at <00> H.

• ESC D <NUL> clears all the set tab positions. Following clearing, the horizontal tab command is ignored.

data, <n> k-1, it is assumed that tab setting is finished. If this is the case, the next data onward will be processed as normal data.

When the data, <n> k, exceeds a 1-line print area, set the horizontal tab position, as “Set column position = Maximum print columns + 1”. The horizontal tab position does not change even if the character width is altered after setting the horizontal tab position.

25th columns) of Font A.

— 74 —

ESC E n

[Function] Specifying/Canceling Emphasis Printing

[Code] <1B>H<45>H<n>

[Range] 0

[Outline] Specifying/canceling the emphasized characters.

[Caution] Emphasis printing can also be specified with ESC !, but is only

[Default] n = 0

[See Also] ESC !

[Sample Program]

n 255

•“n” is valid only for the lowest bit (n0).

• Control by the lowest bit (n0) is shown as follows:

n0 Type

0 Canceling emphasis printing 1 Specifying emphasis printing

• This is effective to all characters.

• Dot configuration of a emphasized character includes one extra

dot added at its side.

• Emphasis printing can also be specified using ESC !, however, ESC E or ESC !, whichever command is processed last, takes precedence.

valid with the command that is set last.

LPRINT CHR$(&H1B) + “E” + CHR$(0); LPRINT “AAABBB” + CHR$(&HA); LPRINT CHR$(&H1B) + “E” + CHR$(1); LPRINT “AAABBB” + CHR$(&HA); END

[Print Results]

AAABBB

← Emphasis canceled

← Emphasis specified

— 75 —

ESC G n

[Function] Specifying/Canceling Double strike printing

[Code] <1B>H<47>H<n>

[Range] 0

[Outline] Specifying/canceling the double strike printing.

[Caution] Double-strike printing and emphasis printing provide completely

[Default] n = 0

[See Also] ESC E

[Sample Program]

n 255

•“n” is valid only for the lowest bit (n0).

• Control by “n” is shown as follows.

n0 Type

0 Canceling double strike printing 1 Specifying double strike printing

This is effective to all characters.

the same results.

LPRINT CHR$(&H1B) + “G” + CHR$(0); LPRINT “AAABBB” + CHR$(&HA); LPRINT CHR$(&H1B) + “G” + CHR$(1); LPRINT “AAABBB” + CHR$(&HA); END

[Print Results]

AAABBB

← Double strike printing canceled

← Double strike printing specified

— 76 —

ESC J n

[Function] Printing and feeding paper

[Code] <1B>H<4A>H<n>

[Range] 0 [Outline] Prints the data held in the print buffer and feeds paper by [n ×

[Caution] The line feed width can be set separately for the STANDARD

[Default] The initial value is not defined.

[Sample Program] Refer to Sample Program and Print Results for ESC 2 on

n 255

basic calculation pitch] inches. The beginning of the line is taken as the next print start position.

and PAGE MODES.

• This command does not affect the line feed width currently set.

• Fractions resulting from calculation are corrected with the minimum pitch of the mechanism, and the remainder is omitted.

• In STANDARD MODE, this command uses the basic calculation pitch (y) in the paper feed direction.

• In PAGE MODE, this command acts differently depending on the printing direction and the start point set with ESC T n:

(1) If the start point is specified at the top left or bottom right,

the command uses the basic calculation pitch (y) in the paper feed direction.

(2) If the start point is specified at the top right or bottom left,

the command uses the basic calculation pitch (x) in a direction perpendicular to the paper feed direction.

The maximum set table line feed width is 1016 mm (40 inches). A setting greater than this maximum is trimmed to the maximum. The beginning of the line is taken as the next print start position.

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ESC L

[Function] Selecting PAGE MODE

[Code] <1B>H<4C>H

[Outline] Switches from STANDARD MODE to PAGE MODE.

[Caution] • This command is only effective if it entered at the beginning

of a line.

• This command is not effective if it is entered when in PAGE MODE.

• STANDARD MODE is restored when printing specified by FF is finished or when ESC S is issued.

• The character mapping start position will be the point specified by ESC T in the print area specified by ESC W.

• The commands listed below, which have separate settings for PAGE MODE and STANDARD MODE, are changed to the settings for PAGE MODE use.

(1) Spacing setting: ESC SP (2) Line feed width setting: ESC 2, ESC 3

• The following commands are valid only in PAGE MODE: (1) ESC V Specifying/canceling 90°-right-turned characters. (2) ESC a Aligning the characters. (3) ESC { Specifying/canceling the inverted characters. (4) GS L Setting the left margin. (5) G3S W Setting the print area width.

• The following commands become invalid in PAGE MODE: (1) FS p Printing NV bit images (2) FS q Defining NV bit images (3) FS g3 Writing to user NV memory (4) GS V0 Printing raster bit images

• ESC @ restores STANDARD MODE.

[See Also] “PAGE MODE” in APPENDIX 1

FF, CAN, ESC FF, ESC S, ESC T, ESC W, GS $, GS \

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ESC M n

[Function] Selection of character fonts

[Code] <1B>H<4D>H<n>

[Definition value] n=0, 1, 48, 49

[Outline] Selects character fonts.

n Function

0, 48 Selection of font A (12 × 24) 1, 49 Selection of font B (9 × 24)

[Details] Fonts can also be selected with ESC !, but are only valid with

the command that is set last.

[Reference] ESC !

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ESC R n

[Function] Selecting the international character set

[Code] <1B>H<52>H<n>

[Range] 0

[Outline] Depending on the value of “n”, one of the following character

[Default] n = 0

[See Also] Character Code Table (International Character Set)

n 13

sets is specified;

n Character Set 0 U.S.A. 1 France 2 Germany 3 U.K. 4 Denmark I 5 Sweden 6 Italy 7 Spain I 8 Japan

9 Norway 10 Denmark II 11 Spain II 12 Latin America 13 Korea

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Citizen iDP3240 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

THE TABLE OF CONTENTS

INHALT

1. GENERAL OUTLINE

1.1 Features

1.2 Unpacking

1.3 Before using the printer

2. BASIC SPECIFICATIONS

2.1 Model Classification

2.2 Basic Specifications

2.3 Print Paper Specifications

2.3.1 Recommended Paper

2.3.2 Print Position and Barcode Printing

2.3.3 Cutter Position

3. OUTER APPEARANCE AND COMPONENT PARTS

3.1 iDP3240

4. OPERATION

4.1 Connecting the AC Adapter and AC Power Cord

4.2 Connecting Interface Cables

4.3 Connecting the Drawer Kick-Out Connector

4.4 Setting / Replacing Paper Rolls

4.4.1 Setting Paper Rolls

4.4.2 Setting Paper Rolls when Easy Loading is Disabled (“5.2” DS1-3 ON)

Removing the Remainder of Paper Rolls

4.6 Removing Paper Jams

4.7 Releasing a Locked Cutter

4.8 Cleaning the Print Head

4.9 Operation Panel and Error Indication

4.10 Self Printing

4.11 Hexadecimal Dump

5. SETTING DIP SWITCHES

5.1 Location of DIP Switches

5.2 Table for Setting DIP Switches

6. PARALLEL INTERFACE

6.1 Bidirectional Parallel Interface (IEEE1284)

6.1.3 Connector Pin Configuration

6.2 Description of Input and Output Signals

6.2.1 Input and Output Signals

6.2.2 Electrical Characteristics

6.2.3 Timing Chart (Compatibility Mode)

6.2.4 Data Reception Control

6.2.5 Buffering

7. SERIAL INTERFACE

7.1 Specifications

7.2 Connector Pin Configuration

7.3 Description of Input and Output Signals

7.3.1 Input and Output Signals

7.3.2 Error Detection

7.3.3 Data Reception Control

7.3.4 Buffering

7.3.5 Electrical Characteristics

8. DRAWER KICK-OUT CONNECTOR AND POWER CONNECTOR

8.1 Specifications of Drawer Kick-Out Connector

8.1.1 Drawer Kick-Out drive signal

8.1.2 Electrical characteristics

8.1.3 Connector Pin Configuration

8.1.4 Drive Circuit

8.2 Specifications of the Power Connector

9. MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE

10. PRINT CONTROL FUNCTIONS

10.1 Command List

10.2 Command Details

10.2.1 Description of Each Item

10.2.2 Command Details