Epson RS-485 User Manual

Standard Interface Modules

EPSON

RS-232 Interface

Modules

Serial connectivity for POS now has a variety
of alternatives to meet system needs with six
unique serial modules from EPSON.

EPSON’s exclusive Serial Connect-It modules
offer a wide variety of options for serial connectivity.
Whether you need a “beep” when your printer
completes a print job, extra buffer space to help speed
up a transaction or a journal that can keep data
electronically—EPSON has it!

Expand the possibilities of serial connectivity using
EPSON’s Connect-It modules.

• Increase transmission speed

• Maintain reliable records easily with an Electronic Journal (EJ)

• Improve transaction speed

• Augment with an audible alarm

• Extend the distance between the printer and the host

RS-232 module

Choose this module for a standard
RS-232 serial connection.

RS-485 module

Extend the printer up to 3000 feet
from the host using this module.

Serial buffer module

This module offers a large input
buffer (up to 24 KB) to improve
transaction speed by freeing up the
host without hardware or software
redesign. The buffer can also be used
to store emulation information so
the printer can be used to replace
old or inefficient printers. Currently,
emulations have been designed for
the DH, Axiohm, and AddMaster
printers. Custom emulations can be
programmed for large applications.

Serial annunciator
module

This is the perfect module for busy
restaurants or kitchens. This little
module can “beep” when needed.
The sound of the beep would be
extremely valuable to a cook in a
busy kitchen letting him or her
know an order is waiting.

Universal serial with EJ

Instead of printing out all the
receipts at the end of each shift, this
module can store electronic journal
information for you and then
download it at the end of the day to
a server. You save time, paper and
energy! There is an optional switch
that can be installed in some of the
EPSON TM printers that will allow
retrieval of electronic data at the
receipt printer station.

Smart technology. Smart business.

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Standard Interface Modules

EPSON

RS-232 Interface

Module Specifications

RS-232 Module

EIA* communication standard RS-232
Connector DB-25
Communication speed 2400 bps up to 19200 bps

RS-485 Module

EIA communication standard RS-485
Connector DB-25
Communication speed 2400 bps up to 19200 bps

Serial Buffer Module

Buffer size Up to 24 KB
Communication speed Can be set from 300 bps up to 38400 bps
Connector DB-25
EIA communication standard RS-232

Many settings are available via jumper

Settings

Programmable

Serial Annunciator Module

EIA communication standard RS-232
Connector DB-25 or DB-9
Communication speed 2400 bps up to 19200 bps
Audio annunciator volume 80 dB

Universal Serial with EJ

EIA communication standard RS-232
Connector DB-25
Communication speed 2400 bps up to 19200 bps
Electronic journal** 2 MB (approx. 6¼ rolls of journal paper)

* Electronic Industries Association
** Larger storage for electronic journal is possible by special order

settings and even more settings are available
via a software application program

Can be easily upgraded in the field via
software utility program

Modules

DB-25 Connector

DB-9 Connector

Module Installation

To find out more about our line of Connect-It Interfaces talk to your EPSON Sales Representative.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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All other trademarks are the property of their respective companies. EPSON is a member of the OPOS committee.

Conforms to OLE POS specifications.

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