Epson Ap1310-DC User Manual

ABLE Systems Limited

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USER GUIDE

to the

Ap1310-DC

Thermal Printer

Revision: “1.2”
Filename: “AP1310DCusg12.doc”
Date: “28 May 2008”

1 TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 Table Of Contents........................................................................................................................2

2 Introduction...................................................................................................................................3

2.1 Notes on Printer Firmware Revisions (Including Flash)...........................................................3

2.2 Copyright Notice And Disclaimer..............................................................................................3

2.3 Documentation Revision History ..............................................................................................3

2.4 Ordering Part Codes, Options and Accessories.......................................................................4

3 Modes Of Operation.....................................................................................................................5

3.1 Idle Mode..................................................................................................................................5

3.2 Spool Mode...............................................................................................................................5

4 Paper............................................................................................................................................6

4.1 Loading Paper ..........................................................................................................................6

4.2 Paper Out and Head Up Sensors.............................................................................................6

5 Led Indications.............................................................................................................................7

6 Printer Operation and Programming............................................................................................8

6.1 Data Buffer................................................................................................................................8

6.2 Spool Mode...............................................................................................................................8

6.3 Character Printing and Fonts....................................................................................................8

6.4 Graphics Printing and Other Programming Modes ..................................................................8

7 Interface Details ...........................................................................................................................9

7.1 RS-232 Serial Interface ............................................................................................................9

8 Connections and EMC Precautions...........................................................................................10

8.1 CABLING Details....................................................................................................................10

8.2 MOULDED CABLE CONNECTION INFORMATION.............................................................10

8.3 Power Supply Details .............................................................................................................10

8.4 Alternative Power Supply Arrangements................................................................................10

8.5 Data Cable..............................................................................................................................11

8.6 EMC Statement ......................................................................................................................11

8.7 EMC Caution ..........................................................................................................................11

9 Getting Started...........................................................................................................................12

9.1 Connecting to a PC – A Checklist ..........................................................................................12

9.2 Windows™ Printer Drivers .....................................................................................................12

9.3 Your Application Program.......................................................................................................13

9.4 On-Line Information................................................................................................................13

9.5 If All Else Fails........................................................................................................................13

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2 INTRODUCTION

This document is a User Guide, written for the person connecting and using the Able Systems
Ap1310-DC thermal printer.

Please read this Guide carefully before making any connection.
A separate Programmer Guide provides details of the control codes, and describes the internal

operation of these products.

2.1 NOTES ON PRINTER FIRMWARE REVISIONS (INCLUDING FLASH)

Able Systems reserves the right to modify and improve the firmware in its printer products at any time.
Whilst every effort is made to ensure backward compatibility, no guarantee in this respect is given or
implied.

The Ap1310-DC includes a flash-reprogramable microcontroller. This allows firmware upgrades
under customer control (including customised fonts, whi ch may be created using the Able Systems
Font Editor Utility). Refer to the factory for more information in this feature, if required.

2.2 COPYRIGHT NOTICE AND DISCLAIMER

Copyright subsists in all Able Systems intellectual property, including controller firmwa re (embedded
software) and circuit diagrams, pin connection lists and application data. No warranty in respect of
patent rights of Able Systems Limited or of third parties is given. Unauthorised reproduction or
amendment of controller firmware may result in prosecution.

Design Registration of the Ap1310 range of printers has been applied for.
Fujitsu is a registered mark of its owner Fujitsu Limited. References to this or other owners' marks in

this document are for illustrative purposes only.
Able Systems do not assume responsibility for interchangeable functionality of other parties'

command sets.

2.3 DOCUMENTATION REVISION HISTORY

Title Rev Issue Date Comments

User Guide to the Ap1310-DC 1.0 11 May 2007 Original rel ea se
User Guide to the Ap1310-DC 1.1 04 Sep 2007 Minor corrections
User Guide to the Ap1310-DC 1.2 28 May 2008 Minor corrections

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2.4 ORDERING PART CODES, OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES

The following table details full Able Systems part codes for products related to the Ap1310-DC printer:

ASL Product Code Description
Printer

AP1310-DC Standard RS-232 printer suitable for direct powered operation

Evaluation
Kits

Ap1310-DC-KIT1 Complete kit suitable for evaluation of AP1310-DC printer
Each kit contains the following items:

Ap1310DC Printer with 6 core, 85cm length combined data and power cable
Two 55 mm diameter paper rolls (approx 33m length)
Wall bracket/belt clip
Quick-start guide

(N.B. Alternative items may be substituted if stock is unavailable)

Paper

A05836TPR1 Thermal Paper Roll (35 mm dia, 13.5 m long approx)
A05856TPR1 Thermal Paper Roll (55 mm dia, 33.5 m long approx)

Cables and
Adaptors

Support
Utilities

AP1300BR-01 Wall-mounting bracket and fixing kit
AP800FEU Font Editor Utility software for PC

Setup Utility
Flash Upgrade Utility
Windows Drivers

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N.B. The list of options and accessories available is likely to change over time. Please check our
web site (

http://www.able-systems.com ) for the most up-to-date information.

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