Citizen iDP-3535 User Manual

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iDP-3535 User’s Manual

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User’s Manual

MINI DOT MATRIX PRINTER

MODEL iDP-3535

Japan CBM Corporation

Information Systems Div.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

sRead all of these instructions and save them for later reference.

sFollow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

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

sDo not use this product near water.

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

sSlots and openings on the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it form overheating, do not block or cover these openings. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug of other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.

sThis product should be operated from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you’re not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local power company.

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

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

sNever 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.

sExcept as explained elsewhere in this manual, don’t attempt to service this product yourself. Opening and removing those covers that are marked “Do Not Remove” may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing on those compartments to service personnel.

sUnplug 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 dose 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 the cabinet has been damaged.

F.If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.

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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.

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CONTENTS

 

1. Introduction ............................................................................................................................................................

5

1-1 Features ............................................................................................................................................................

5

1-2 Accessories.......................................................................................................................................................

5

2. Basic Specifications................................................................................................................................................

6

2-1 Type classifications ..........................................................................................................................................

6

2-2 Features ............................................................................................................................................................

7

3. External Appearance and Parts Descriptions..........................................................................................................

8

3-1 External Appearance and Parts names .............................................................................................................

8

3-2 Parts Descriptions.............................................................................................................................................

9

4. Preparation............................................................................................................................................................

11

4-1 Inserting / Removing the Printer Cover .........................................................................................................

11

4-2 The Ribbon Cassette Installation....................................................................................................................

12

4-3 Loading and Changing the Paper ...................................................................................................................

13

Using Paper Roll...............................................................................................................................................

13

Using Fan-fold Paper........................................................................................................................................

14

4-4 Setting / Removing the Paper Cover and Stacker ..........................................................................................

15

4-5 Self Test Printing............................................................................................................................................

15

4-6 Alarm and Paper Near-End Detection............................................................................................................

15

4-7 General Cautions ............................................................................................................................................

16

5. Serial Interface......................................................................................................................................................

17

5-1 Specifications .................................................................................................................................................

17

5-2 Connector Pin Assignment.............................................................................................................................

17

5-3 Input / output Signals .....................................................................................................................................

18

5-4 Data Composition...........................................................................................................................................

19

5-5 Error Detection...............................................................................................................................................

20

6. Parallel Interface...................................................................................................................................................

21

6-1 Specifications .................................................................................................................................................

21

6-2 Connector Pin Assignment.............................................................................................................................

21

6-3 Description of Input / Output Signals.............................................................................................................

22

6-4 Electrical Characteristics................................................................................................................................

23

6-5 Timing Chart ..................................................................................................................................................

24

7. Dip-Switch Setting ...............................................................................................................................................

25

7-1 Dip-Switch (DS-1) Setting .............................................................................................................................

25

7-2 Dip-Switch (DS-2) Setting .............................................................................................................................

26

7-3 Dip-Switch Location ......................................................................................................................................

27

7-4 Usage of the connectors (for cash drawers and paper winder).......................................................................

28

8. Print Control Functions ........................................................................................................................................

31

8-1 SI & SO Code.................................................................................................................................................

31

8-2 Function Code ................................................................................................................................................

31

8-3 Input Data Formats.........................................................................................................................................

32

9. Initial Setting ........................................................................................................................................................

34

10. Maintenance .......................................................................................................................................................

35

11. Character Code Table..........................................................................................................................................

36

11-1 International Character Codes ......................................................................................................................

36

11-2 Individual Country Character Codes ............................................................................................................

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12. External Dimensions...........................................................................................................................................

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1. Introduction

The iDP 3535 is a dot impact printer which can be utilized for a wide range of applications, such data communications terminals, P.O.S. terminals and kitchen printers.

High speed performance is made possible by a bi-directional printing system and, since this printer is compact, lightweight and equipped with an abundance of functions, it can be easily employed for a variety of

different tasks.

Before using the printer, please read this manual carefully to be certain you have an adequate understanding of its operation.

1-1 Features

1)Desktop compact dot impact printer.

2)High speed printing (Bi-directional printing system).

3)Black & Red 2 color printing and all black or purple printing.

4)Paper near-end detection function.

5)Low power consumption.

6)Optional paper winder and cash drawer are available.

1-2 Accessories

1)

Paper roll

1

Pc.

2)

Ribbon cassette

1

Pc.

3)

Rear cover

1

Pc. (Friction model only)

4)

Paper Stacker

1

Pc. (Pin tracter model only)

5)

User’s manual

1

Pc.

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2. Basic Specifications

2-1 Type classifications

Printer types are classified according to the system shown below.

 

iDP-3535

F

23

P

F

120

 

 

E

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

P

28

R

 

 

230

 

 

U

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

40

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

iDP3535

F

40

R

F

120

 

U

 

Model

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Paper feed system

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Power source

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

F: Friction

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

120: AC 120V

 

P: Pin tracter

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

230: AC 230V

 

Column capacity

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Character set

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

23: 23 columns

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

J: Japanese

 

28: 28 columns

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

F: International

 

40: 40 columns

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Interface

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

P: Parallel

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R: Serial RS-232C

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

External device control

E: E-type (For Europe)

U: U-type (For USA)

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2-2 Features

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Item

iDP3535F

iDP3535P

 

 

1

 

Print Method

Bidirectional serial dot impact method.

 

 

2

 

Character

7 x 7 dots (Incl. Half dot).

 

 

 

 

 

composition

 

 

 

 

 

 

Character

23 columns: 230dot / line.

 

 

 

3

 

number

28 columns: 280dot / line.

 

 

 

 

 

per line

40 columns: 360dot / line.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

23 columns: approx. 4.0 line / sec.

 

 

 

4

 

Print speed

28 columns: approx. 3.5 line / sec.

 

 

 

 

 

 

40 columns: approx. 3.0 line / sec.

 

 

 

 

 

 

23 columns: 1.8(W) x 2.4(H) mm

 

 

 

5

 

Character size

28 columns: 1.5(W) x 2.4(H) mm

 

 

 

 

 

 

40 columns: 1.36(W) x 2.4(H) mm

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6

 

Line pitch

4.23 mm (1/6 inch)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

7

 

Paper size

76±0.5(W) x 80( Dia.)mm *1*4

76-89 (W) mm

 

 

 

 

 

3(W) x 3(Dia.)inch.

3.0-3.5 (W) inch.

 

 

8

 

Interface

P: Parallel interface (8 bit).

 

 

 

 

 

 

R: Serial interface (RS-232C).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Paper end

When paper is near the end,

 

 

 

9

 

detector

print operation is interrupted.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

10

 

Ribbon cassette

Two color (Black / Red) print. IR-61R / B *2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

11

 

Paper winder and

Winder: Option Ref. To 3-2(8)

 

 

 

 

 

Cash drawer

Drawer: Solenoid 24V, 36 Ω or more.

 

 

12

 

Power voltage

120V ± 10% 60Hz (For United States).*3

 

 

 

 

 

230V ± 10% 50 / 60Hz (For Europe).

 

 

 

13

 

Power Consump.

Approx. 30W.

 

 

 

14

 

Operation temp.

0°C to 40°C / 32°F to 104°F.

 

 

 

 

 

& humidity

10% to 85% RH.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

15

 

Storage temp.

-20°C to 60°C

 

 

 

16

 

Net weight

Approx. 2.8Kg (6.2ib)

 

 

 

17

 

External

160 (W) x 184 (D) x 173 (H)

 

 

 

 

 

dimensions

(without Knob and Rear cover

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Notes: *1

Paper weight of 45 kg refers to 1,000 sheets of 788 x 1,091 mm.

*2

Single color cassette ribbon is available as option.

 

Black print : IR-61B

 

Purple Print : IR-61P

*3

Power voltage setting is performed at the factory.

*4

The diameter of the core of the roll paper should be 12 mm (internal) and 18 mm

(external) and the core should not be glued.

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3. External Appearance and Parts Descriptions

3-1 External Appearance and Parts names

Fig.1

Fig.2

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3-2 Parts Descriptions

 

(1)

Power Cord

Insert the plug end into an electric outlet. The socket-outlet should be installed near

 

 

the equipment and should be easily accessible.

(2)

Power Switch

Power is supplied to the printer by turning this switch on.

(3)

Power Lamp

This lights up when the power switch is “ON” and goes out when turning “OFF”.

(4)

SEL / ALARM Lamp

This lights up when the printers is in SELECT state ( ON-LINE) and goes out when

 

 

in DESELECT state (OFF-LINE).

The printer can print out the data only when this lamp is on.

This lamp may blink on the following occasions.

1)When the paper roll in coming to near-end, the SEL / ALARM lamp keeps blinking at interval of 1.0 second.

In this status, if you want to print out the data in the input-buffer, press the SEL switch two times. First press is cleared an alarm condition (ALARM RESET) and then one line print will be done by second press.

2)When the printer is in alarm state, this lamp keeps blinking at interval of 1/4 second. Remove the cause for alarm and press the SEL switch. (or re-switch the power on).

(5)

LF Switch

Paper feeding is performed when this switch is pressed

 

 

(in DESELECT status only).

 

 

This is used when inserting the paper and for spacing up etc.

(6)

SEL Switch

When this switch is pressed, the printer enters SELECT (ON-LINE) status.

 

 

When pressed again, the printer enters DESELECT (OFF-LINE) status.

 

 

This switch is also used when clearing an alarm condition.

(7)

I / F Connector

Connects through a cable to a computer etc. Please be certain that power to both

 

 

the printer and the computer are turned off when connection is made.

(8)

Cash Drawer or Paper Winder Connector

 

 

To be used to control the P.O.S. cash drawer or paper winder by

 

 

DIP SWITCH setting (Ref.7-1).

 

 

When this connector is used for each drawer solenoid voltage 24V,

 

 

register over 36 , for paper winder, use CBM model AW-3.

Connector Pin Assignment

Pin No

Signal Name

Function

 

 

 

1

Vp

DC24V, 0.8A or less

2

VL

Solenoid

3

PG

GND

4

PG

GND

Connector : Printer side : 5045-04A (MOLEX)

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(9) Printer Cover

Open when replacing the cassette ribbon and paper.

(10)

Manual Paper Feed Knob

 

 

Use to adjust the paper position (available only on pin tractor paper feeding model).

(11) Rear Cover

Cover for roll paper.

(12)

Stacker

Basket for fan-fold paper.

(13)

Cash Drawer Connector

 

 

This connector is used to drive cash drawers. (Ref.7-4)

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4. Preparation

4-1 Inserting / Removing the Printer Cover

Inserting and removing the printer cover as shown in Fig. 3.

Fig. 3

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4-2 The Ribbon Cassette Installation

To insert a ribbon, disconnect the power source beforehand. When the printer has been printing for many hours, be careful not touch printer head as it might be hot.

1)Remove the printer cover

2)While inserting the ribbon into the space between the print head and the ribbon guide, press the cassette into the holder unit until it clicks into place. (Ref. To Fig. 4&5)

3)Turn the cassette ribbon knob in the direction of the arrow to take up slack in the ribbon.

Fig. 4

Fig. 5

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