Epson TM-L90, TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide

Peeler Model

Technical Reference Guide

410019406

Rev. G

TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide

Cautions

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❏ The contents of this document are subject to change without notice. Please contact us for the latest information.

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responsibility for errors or omissions.

❏ Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein.

❏ Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages,

losses, costs, or expenses incurred by the purchaser or third parties as a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the U.S.) failure to strictly comply with Seiko Epson Corporation’s operating and maintenance instructions.

❏ Seiko Epson Corporation shall not be liable against any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any

consumable products other than those designated as Original Epson Products or Epson Approved Products by Seiko Epson Corporation.

Trademarks

EPSON is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. Exceed Your Vision and ESC/POS are registered trademarks or trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation.

All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners and used for identification purpose only.

ESC/POS® Command System

Epson ESC/POS is a proprietary POS printer command system that includes patented or patent-pending commands. ESC/POS is compatible with most Epson POS printers and displays.

ESC/POS is designed to reduce the processing load on the host computer in POS environments. It comprises a set of highly functional and efficient commands and also offers the flexibility to easily make future upgrades.

For Safety

Key to Symbols

The symbols in this manual are identified by their level of importance, as defined below. Read the following carefully before handling the product.

WARNING:

You must follow warnings carefully to avoid serious bodily injury.

CAUTION:

Provides information that must be observed to prevent damage to the equipment or loss of data.

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Possibility of sustaining physical injuries.

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Possibility of causing physical damage.

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Possibility of causing information loss.

Note:

Provides important information and useful tips on handling the equipment.

Warnings

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TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide

WARNING:

Shut down your equipment immediately if it produces smoke, a strange odor, or unusual noise. Continued use may lead to fire or electric shock. Immediately unplug the equipment.

Only disassemble this product as described in this manual. Do not make modifications to the unit. Tampering with this product may result in injury, fire, or electric shock.

Do not install this product or handle cables during a thunderstorm in order to avoid risk of electric shock.

Be sure to use the specified power source. Connection to an improper power source may cause fire or shock.

Never insert or disconnect the power plug with wet hands. Doing so may result in severe shock.

Do not allow foreign matter to fall into the equipment. Penetration by foreign objects may lead to fire or electric shock.

If water or other liquid spills into this equipment, turn off the power switch and unplug the power cord immediately. Continued usage may lead to fire or electric shock.

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Do not place multiple loads on power outlet. Overloading the outlet may lead to fire. Always supply power directly from a standard domestic power outlet.

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Handle the power cord with care. Improper handling may lead to fire or electric shock.

• Do not modify or attempt to repair the cord.

• Do not place any heavy object on top of the cord.

• Avoid excessive bending, twisting, and pulling.

• Do not place the cord near heating equipment.

• Check that the plug is clean before plugging it in.

• Be sure to push the plug all the way in.

Cautions

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CAUTION:

Do not connect cables in ways other than those mentioned in this manual. Different connections may cause equipment damage and burning.

Be sure to set this equipment on a firm, stable horizontal surface. Product may break or cause injury if it falls.

Do not use in locations subject to high humidity or dust levels. Excessive humidity and dust may cause equipment damage, fire, or shock.

Do not place heavy objects on top of this equipment. Never stand or lean on this equipment. Equipment may fall or collapse, causing breakage and possible injury.

To ensure safety, unplug this equipment prior to leaving it unused for an extended period.

Take care not to injure your fingers on the manual cutter

• When you remove printed paper

• When you perform other operations such as loading/replacing roll paper

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Do not open the roll paper cover without taking the necessary precautions, as this can result in injury from the autocutter fixed blade.

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Do not use aerosol sprayers containing flammable gas inside or around this product. Doing so may cause fire.

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Make sure to avoid bumping or otherwise exposing the printer to strong impact during operation.

Restriction of Use

When this product is used for applications requiring high reliability/safety such as transportation devices related to aviation, rail, marine, automotive etc.; disaster prevention devices; various safety devices etc; or functional/precision devices etc, you should use this product only after giving consideration to including fail-safes and redundancies into your design to maintain safety and total system reliability. Because this product was not intended for use in applications requiring extremely high reliability/safety such as aerospace equipment, main communication equipment, nuclear power control equipment, or medical equipment related to direct medical care etc, please make your own judgment on this product’s suitability after a full evaluation.

Modular Connector

Use the modular connectors specifically designed for the cash drawer for this product. Do not connect these connectors to an ordinary telephone line.

TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide

About This Manual

Aim of the Manual

This manual was created to provide all information necessary for system planning, design, installations and application of the printer for designers and developers of POS systems.

Manual Content

The manual is made up of the following sections:

Chapter 1 Product Overview

Chapter 2 Setup

Chapter 3 Connecting to the Host Computer and Options

Chapter 4 Setting/Checking Modes

Chapter 5 Application Development Information

Chapter 6 ESC/POS Command-Related Information

Chapter 7 Handling

Appendix Setting items for Memory Switch Setting Mode

Specifications Character Code Table

Related Documentation

The following documents also relate to the TM-L90 / TM-L90 Peeler Model.

Name of document Description

TM-L90 User's Manual (for TM-L90) TM-L90 with Peeler User's Manual (for TM-L90 Peeler other than 39* models) TM-L90 Peeler Model User's Manual (for TM-L90 Peeler 39* models)

ESC/POS Command Reference Provides detailed ESC/POS command information.

Comes with the printer. Provides information to enable POS operators to use the printer safely and correctly.

For Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Key to Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Restriction of Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Modular Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Aim of the Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Manual Content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Related Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Chapter 1 Product Overview

Product Structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Name and Description of Each Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Part Names (TM-L90) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Part Names (TM-L90 Peeler Model) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Paper FEED button inside the printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Power Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Power Switch Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Mode Switch (TM-L90 Peeler Model Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Chapter 2 Setup

Setup Flow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Installation Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Precaution For Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Instructions for Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Adjusting Roll Paper Near-End Detection Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

With TM-L90 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

With the TM-L90 Peeler Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Connecting AC adapter (PS-180) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Attaching AC adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Caution about AC adapter and Supply Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Autocutter Settings (TM-L90 only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Cautions on the Lengths of the Receipts/Labels to Issue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Setting Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Setting Roll Paper Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

DIP Switch Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Memory Switch Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Memory switches of TM-L90 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Memory switches of TM-L90 Peeler Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Paper Loading Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

With TM-L90 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

With the TM-L90 Peeler Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Setting Paper Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Clearing Paper Layout Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Chapter 3

Connecting the Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Connecting to the Host Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Connecting to the Host Computer and Options

With the RS-232C Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

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With the Parallel (IEEE1284) Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

With the USB Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

With the Ethernet Interface (TM-L90 only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

With the Wireless LAN Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Connecting the Cash Drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Setting the internal buzzer (for models with an internal buzzer) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Chapter 4 Setting/Checking Modes

Setting/Checking Modes of TM-L90 4** models, TM-L90 Peeler 39* models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Self-test Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

NV Graphics Information Print Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Memory Switch Setting Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Hexadecimal Dump Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Setting/Checking Modes of TM-L90 other than 4** models, TM-L90 Peeler other than 39* models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80

Self-test Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Memory Switch Setting Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Hexadecimal Dump Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Chapter 5 Application Development Information

Introduction of Control Methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Windows Driver (EPSON Advanced Printer Driver) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

EPSON OPOS ADK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

ESC/POS Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

Various Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Paper Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Printer Cover Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Label Peeling Sensor (Peeler Specification Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Barcode Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

CODE 128 Barcode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Precautions for Two-Dimensional Code Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

NV Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

FAQ List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

Chapter 6 ESC/POS Command-Related Information

TM Printer Operation Performed When Power Switch is Disabled . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Power Switch-Related User Operation List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

Power Off Control by the Host . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

Head Divided Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

Control After Paper Cut . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

NV Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Customizing Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Printer Initial Setting Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Changing Command Default Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Using the NV Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Printer Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Chapter 7 Handling

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

Cleaning the autocutter (TM-L90 only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

Print Head Cleaning

Cleaning the peeler (TM-L90 Peeler Model only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

Panel LED and Error Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

The autocutter is jammed or the roll paper cover will not open (TM-L90 only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

When a paper jam occurs (TM-L90 Peeler Model) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

The printer became inoperative after you change the interface reset signal in the memory switch setting mode . . . . . . . . 117

Shipping Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Appendix Appendix

Setting items for Memory Switch Setting Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

Setting items of TM-L90 4** models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

Setting items of TM-L90 other than 4** models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

Setting items of TM-L90 Peeler 39* models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

Setting items of TM-L90 Peeler other than 39* models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

Product Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128

Product Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128

Print Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131

Reliability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132

Character Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

Paper Feed Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136

Paper Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136

Printing Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

Printing Position in Relation to Cutter Position (TM-L90) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139

Printing Position, Peeling Position, Manual Cutter Position (TM-L90 Peeler Model) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140

Overview of External Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

Interface And Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144

RS-232 Serial Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144

IEEE1284 Parallel Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147

Option Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151

PS-180 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151

Consumable Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153

Paper Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153

Specified Roll Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155

Requirements for Receipt Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156

Requirements for Die-Cut Label Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157

Requirements for Continuous Label Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162

Notes on Paper Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164

Character Code Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164

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Chapter 1

Product Overview

1.1 Product Structure

1.1.1 Models

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Model

Peeler unit Power switch

TM-L90 other than 4** models not mounted non-locking push button

TM-L90 4** models not mounted locker switch

TM-L90 Peeler other than 39* models mounted non-locking push button

TM-L90 Peeler 39* models mounted locker switch

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Interface

• Serial (RS-232C)

• Parallel (IEEE-1284 standard)

• USB (USB2.0)

• Ethernet (10BASE-T/100BASE-T)

• Wireless LAN (IEEE802.11a/b/g/n for TM-L90 4** models, TM-L90 Peeler 39* models)

• Wireless LAN (IEEE802.11b for the other models)

TM-L90 4** models and TM-L90 Peeler 39* models may have the build-in-USB.

1.1.2 Accessories

TM-L90

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Start Here

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Label roll paper

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Manual CD

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Power switch cover

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Control panel label used for horizontal installation

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Paper exit guide for horizontal installation

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Roll paper spacer

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Screw for installation of the roll paper spacer

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Wire saddle*

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AC adapter*

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AC cable*

* May not be included depending on the printer model.

TM-L90 Peeler Model

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Start Here

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Label roll paper

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Manual CD

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Power switch cover

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Operation label (an instruction label for the peeler open lever and the cover open lever)

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Roll paper spacer

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Screw for installation of the roll paper spacer

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Wire saddle

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AC adapter *

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AC cable *

* May not be included depending on the printer model.

1.1.3 Option

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Affixing tapes (model: DF-10)

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Wall hanging bracket (model: WH-10)

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AC adapter PS-180 (PS-180 supports power-saving feature)

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Power cables

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1.2 Name and Description of Each Part

Cutter cover

Control panel

Roll paper cover

Cover open lever

FEED Button

Perforation to pass the cables through

Manual cutter

Rocker switch (with a

power switch soft cover)

Non-locking push button

Power switch

1.2.1 Part Names (TM-L90)

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* Refer to page 42 for the location of the DIP switches (available only for TM-L90 other than 4** models).

Printer Part Names

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1.2.2 Part Names (TM-L90 Peeler Model)

Cutter cover

Control panel

Roll paper cover

Power switch

Peeler cover

FEED Button

Wiring knockout

Manual cutter

Peeler open lever

Cover open lever

Label peeling sensor

Rocker switch (with a

power switch soft cover)

Non-locking push button

Power switch

* Refer to page 42 for the DIP switch positions. (available only for TM-L90 Peeler other than 39* models)

Part Names of TM-L90 Peeler Model

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1.2.3 Paper FEED button inside the printer

Paper FEED button (inside the printer)

ERROR LED

PAPER OUT LED

FEED Button

POWER LED

Another FEED button is located under the roll paper cover.

1.2.4 Control Panel

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FEED button (with the TM-L90)

When using label paper or receipt paper with black mark:

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Pressing this button feeds paper to the next print starting position.

When using receipt paper:

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Pressing this button once feeds paper by one line. Holding this button down feeds paper continuously.

FEED button (with the TM-L90 Peeler Model)

When using label paper or receipt paper with black mark:

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Pressing this button feeds paper to the next print starting position.

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Pressing this button after opening/closing the roll paper cover initializes the mechanism. (After closing the roll paper cover, the status changes to waiting to print when FEED button is pressed)

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When error recovery with FEED button is enabled by memory switch 8-1, if a paper layout error occurs, pressing FEED button recovers from the error and performs automatic paper layout.

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When using receipt paper:

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Pressing this button once feeds paper by one line. Holding this button down feeds paper continuously.

PAPER OUT LED (with the TM-L90)

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Lights when there is no more roll paper or there is little remaining.

(Default setting. The LED condition varies according to the memory switch settings. Refer to "Memory

Switch Settings" on page 42 and "Error Code" on page 111 for details.)

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Off when there is a sufficient amount of roll paper remaining.

(Default setting. The LED condition varies according to the memory switch settings. Refer to "Memory

Switch Settings" on page 42 and "Error Code" on page 111 for details.)

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Flashes when a self test is in progress or when the printer waits for the macro execution switch to go on.

PAPER OUT LED (with the TM-L90 Peeler Model)

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Lights when there is no more roll paper or there is little remaining.

(Default setting. The LED condition varies according to the memory switch settings. Refer to "Memory

Switch Settings" on page 42 and "Error Code" on page 111 for details.)

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Off when there is a sufficient amount of roll paper remaining.

(Default setting. The LED condition varies according to the memory switch settings. Refer to "Memory

Switch Settings" on page 42 and "Error Code" on page 111 for details.)

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Flashes when a self test is in progress or when the printer waits for the macro execution switch to go on.

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When the roll paper is inserted and the roll paper cover is closed, one label is ejected and the LED starts

flashing. It flashes until FEED button is pressed.

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When a label is issued, flashing starts after it is issued. The LED flashes until the label is removed from

the peeler.

POWER LED

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Lights when the power supply is on.

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Off when the power supply is turned off.

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Flashes during execution of each operation.

ERROR LED

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Lights when the printer is offline.

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Off under normal conditions.

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Flashes when an error occurs. (Refer to "Error Code" on page 111 for details)

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1.2.5 Power Switch

Refer to "Printer Part Names" on page 13 for the power switch location. The type of the power switch differs, depending on models and functions may differ, depending on the models. Therefore, be sure to check the type of the power switch of your printer and a model number on the manufacturer’s plate of your printer.

Rocker switch (TM-L90 4** models, TM-L90 Peeler 39* models):

Turns the printer on or off. The marks on the switch: ( / )

Non-locking push button (TM-L90 other than 4** models, TM-L90 Peeler other than 39* models):

Turn on the power by holding down the POWER button 1 second or longer. Turn off the power by holding down the POWER button 3 seconds or longer.

The printer is normally turned on/off with this switch. You can select whether to enable or disable the power switch using the DIP switches.

When the DIP switches are set to OFF (power switch enabled), the power switch controls the TM printer as follows.

When the TM is turned off:

The TM printer is powered ON when the power switch is pressed more than 1 second.

When the TM is turned on:

The TM printer is powered OFF when the power switch is pressed more than 3 seconds. If for some reason pressing the power switch even more than 10 seconds does not turn the power off, the TM printer executes a forced power off.

Note:

When the DIP switches are set to ON (power switch disabled), use direct control of the printer with ESC/POS commands. (For details, refer to "TM Printer Operation Performed When Power Switch is Disabled" on page

101.)

Note:

Make sure to check whether the AC adapter is connected to the power supply before turning on the power switch of the printer.

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1.2.6 Power Switch Cover

TM-L90 4** models, TM-L90 Peeler 39* models

TM-L90 other than 4** models, TM-L90 Peeler other than 39* models

To prevent unintentional contact or improper changes and to improve the appearance, use a power switch cover. When using the power switch cover, to turn on or off the TM printer, press the power switch through the hole in the power switch cover. Attach the cover as shown in the illustrations below.

WARNING:

If an accident occurs with the power switch cover attached, unplug the power cord immediately. Continued use may cause fire or shock.

CAUTION:

Do not remove the power switch soft cover. (only for TM-L90 4** models and TM-L90 Peeler 39* models)

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mode switch

1.2.7 Mode Switch (TM-L90 Peeler Model Only)

With the TM-L90 Peeler Model, you can select the peeling issuing mode and continuous issuing mode with the mode switch. The mode switch switches between the peeling issuing mode and continuous issuing mode.

The mode switch is inside the top left of the printer when the roll paper cover is opened.

Note:

Be sure that the peeler cover and the roll paper cover are open when switching the modes. The setting is effective when the power is turned on or the covers are closed. If the mode is switched with the covers closed, the setting will not be changed.

Be sure not to use a ball point pen to switch the modes. A ball point pen can damage the switch.

To use the peeling issuing mode, move the mode switch to the right.

To use the continuous issuing mode, move the mode switch to the left.

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1.2.8 Connectors

Drawer kick connector

power supply connector

TM-L90 4** models, TM-L90 Peeler 39* models

TM-L90 other than 4** models, TM-L90 Peeler other than 39* models

USB interface

Remove the bottom of the cover as shown in the illustration below. All cables are connected to the connector panel located on the lower rear side of the printer.

The connector panel differs, depending on the models.

Connector Panel

Note:

The model pictured is a serial interface model. For other information on interfaces and connectors, refer to "Connecting the Cable" on page 63.

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Chapter 2

Setup

2.1 Setup Flow

Before using the printer, you need to set various settings to increase the printer's functionality. Configure the printer appropriately depending on the environment.

Determine how to install the printer (install it vertically or horizontally)

Set the Roll Paper Near-End Detector

Connect the AC adapter

Autocutter settings (TM-L90 only)

Set the Roll Paper width

DIP switch settings

Memory switch settings

Set the Paper layout

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2.2 Installation Procedures

2.2.1 Precaution For Installation

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• Locate the printer on a flat surface, whichever orientation you choose.

• Avoid locations susceptible to dust and other foreign matter.

• Avoid resting the printer on the power supply or other cables or other objects.

• Consider vibration during paper cutting and drawer usage. Take measures to prevent the printer from moving.

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• Locate the printer on a flat surface.

• Avoid locations susceptible to dust and other foreign matter.

• Avoid resting the printer on the power supply or other cables or other objects.

• Consider vibration during paper cutting and drawer usage. Take measures to prevent the printer from moving.

• To prevent malfunction of the label peeling sensor, do not locate the printer in direct sunlight.

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2.2.2 Instructions for Installation

The TM-L90 can be placed vertically (paper outlet in front), horizontally (paper outlet at the top), or attached to a wall (using the optional wall hanging set WH-10).

With the TM-L90 Peeler Model, you can use it vertically or wall mounted with either peeling issuing or with continuous issuing (not using the peeler).

Note:

For the TM-L90 Peeler Model, horizontal installation is prohibited to avoid jams caused by re-sticking of backing paper and a label.

The illustration below shows the vertical installation for the TM-L90 Peeler Model.

Note:

To hang the printer on the wall, see the Wall Hanging Bracket Set Installation Manual provided with the WH-10 for instructions.

It is recommended to take some measures so that the printer will be stable when paper is being loaded or a drawer is being used. The DF-10 (affixing tapes) for fixing the printer is provided as an option.

When using the printer with the peeling issuing mode, be sure to install the printer so that a peeled label will not contact the used backing paper. Re-sticking of a peeled label to the backing paper will cause jams.

For the TM-L90, when changing the way of installation, you need to adjust the following items:

• Control panel label used for horizontal installation

• The location of the Roll Paper Near-End Detector

The following figure shows the TM-L90 placed both vertically and horizontally.

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When you install the printer horizontally, attach the control panel label as shown in the illustration below.

Control panel label

paper exit guide

Note:

To hang the printer on the wall, see the Wall Hanging Bracket Set Installation Manual provided with the WH-10 for instructions.

When you use TM-L90 horizontally, peel off the backing sheet of the paper exit guide and attach it as shown below to prevent cut paper from falling inside the printer after paper is cut by the autocutter.

CAUTION:

When using the paper exit guide, do not use roll paper with a core that is smaller than the specification (inside diameter: 25.4 mm, outside diameter: 31.4 mm). Using a smaller one may cause a paper jam at the attached paper exit guide.

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Detector adjustment screw

N.E. detector holder

N.E. detector (location when installing horizontally)

N.E. detector window when installing vertically

2.3 Adjusting Roll Paper Near-End Detection Position

2.3.1 With TM-L90

Below are three situations when roll paper N.E. detector adjustment is required.

❏ When changing the way of installation. (Vertically ↔ Horizontally)

❏ To adjust the location of detection to suit the diameter of the roll paper core used.

❏ To adjust the amount of remaining paper desired.

Note:

Roll paper centers are manufactured according to various specifications, making it impossible to exactly detect the remaining amount of paper.

1. Open the roll paper cover.

2. Remove the roll paper.

Part names and the locations of N.E. detector components

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3. Loosen the detector adjustment screw using a coin or similar tool.

Detector adjustment screw

Move the N.E. detector holder in the direction of the arrow to make the detector come out from the window for either vertical or horizontal installation.

4. The adjustment position of the roll paper Near-End detector changes depending on the way of installation. In either case (vertical or horizontal), adjust the detector so that its tab comes out from the hole near the bottom of the printer. (Refer to "Adjusting Roll Paper Near-End Detection Position" on page 25, "Adjustment Positions of N.E. Detector" on page 27.

Note:

When changing the position of the N.E. detector in accordance with the change of installation, move the roll paper N.E. detector as the above arrow shows while holding down the detector.

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N.E. detector holder

Adjustment direction for horizontal installation

Adjustment direction for vertical installation

Holder Position #1 for horizontal Holder Position #2 for horizontal

Holder Position #1 for vertical Holder Position #2 for vertical

5. To fine tune the amount of remaining paper that is detected by the N.E. detector, move the N.E. detector holder shown in the illustration "N.E. Detector Holder" on page 27 and adjust the position.

Note:

Note that the direction to move the roll paper N.E. detector varies depending on the method of printer installation (vertical/horizontal).

N.E. Detector Holder

Adjustment Position Number Specified Thermal Paper Dimension

#1 Approximately 36 mm {1.42"}

#2 Approximately 41 mm {1.61"}

Adjustment Positions of N.E. Detector

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6. Tighten the detector adjustment screw using a coin or similar tool.

Check that the N.E. detect lever is operating properly.

7. Move the N.E. detect lever by hand (finger) to confirm that it moves smoothly.

8. Load the roll paper.

9. Close the roll paper cover.

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sensor adjustment screw

near end sensor holder

near end sensor window (the photo shows the sensor projecting from the window)

2.3.2 With the TM-L90 Peeler Model

In the following 2 cases, it is necessary to adjust the position of the roll paper near end sensor.

❏ When adjusting the detection position according to the thickness of the roll paper core

❏ When adjusting the amount remaining paper desired

Note:

Since the shape of the central part of the roll paper may differ slightly according to the specification, it is not possible to detect near end exactly.

Part names and the locations of N.E. detector components

1. Open the peeler cover.

2. Open the roll paper cover.

3. Take out the roll paper.

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4. Using a coin or similar tool, loosen the sensor adjustment screw.

sensor adjustment screw

Adjust the sensor so that it projects from the window.

5. Adjust the roll paper near end sensor so that the claw of the roll paper near end sensor projects from the hole near the bottom of the device. (Refer to "Part names and the locations of N.E. detector components" on page 25 and "Near end sensor adjustment position" on page 31.)

6. To make fine adjustments to the amount of paper remaining detected by the roll paper near end sensor, finely adjust the position of the near end sensor holder by moving it in the direction of the arrows as shown in the figure "N.E. Detector Holder" on page 27.

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