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ESC/POS“ Command System
EPSON has been taking industry's initiatives with its own POS printer command system (ESC/POS). ESC/POS has a
large number of commands including patented ones. Its high scalability enables users to build versatile POS systems.
The system is compatible with all types of EPSON POS printers and displays. Moreover, its flexibility make it easy to
upgrade in the future. The functionality and the user-friendliness is valued from around the world.
Revision History
Rev.PageDetails of Change
Rev. AAll pagesNewly authorized
Rev. Ai
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.
❏Possibility of sustaining physical injuries.
❏Possibility of causing physical damages.
❏Possibility of causing information loss.
Note:
Provides important information and useful tips on handling the equipment.
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Warnings
❏
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.
❏
To avoid risk of electric shock, do not set up this product or handle cables during a
thunderstorm in order.
❏
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.
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WARNING:
❏
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 supply switch and
unplug the power cable immediately. Continued usage may lead to fire or electric
shock.
❏
Do not place multiple loads on power outlet. Overloading the outlet may lead to
fire.
❏
Handle the power cable with care. Improper handling may lead to fire or electric
shock.
• Do not modify or attempt to repair the cable.
• Do not place any heavy object on top of the cable.
• Avoid excessive bending, twisting and pulling.
• Do not place the cable near heating equipment.
• Check that the plug is clean before plugging it in.
• Be sure to push the plug all the way in.
❏
Keep the DIP switch cover closed and fastened with the screw. Using the printer with
the cover open may cause fire or electric shock.
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Cautions
❏
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.
❏
Parts on the circuit board may become hot during operation. Wait approximately 10
minutes after turning the power off before touching them.
❏
To avoid injury, take care not to insert fingers or any part of the hand in the roll paper
opening where the manual cutter is installed.
❏
Do not open the roll paper cover without taking the necessary precautions, as this
can result in injury from the autocutter fixed blade.
CAUTION:
❏
Do not use aerosol sprayers containing flammable gas inside or around this product.
Doing so may cause fire.
❏
The thermal head can be very hot during printing and immediately after printing.
Toutching it may cause burns. Be sure to do cleaning and other work after the
thermal head cools down.
Modular Connectors
The printer uses the modular connectors specifically designed for the cash drawer. Do not
connect these connectors to an ordinary telephone line.
EMC and Safety Standards Applied
Product Name:TM-T70
Model Name:M255A
The following standards are applied only to the printers that are so labeled. (EMC is tested using
the Epson power supplies.)
Europe:CE marking
Safety:EN 60950-1
North America: EMI:FCC/ICES-003 Class A
Safety:UL60950-1/CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1
Oceania:EMC:AS/NZS CISPR22 Class B
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Conditions of Acceptability
1.The supply source shall be SELV and non-hazardous energy level (less than 240VA).
2.When this product is installed in the product which has a total mass not exceeding 18kg, the
enclosure of this product were evaluated as a fire enclosure.
3.The interface connectors except for input connector shall be described in installation or
safety instruction to identify Non-LPS at end product.
WARNING:
The connection of a non-shielded printer interface cable to this printer will invalidate the
EMC standards of this device. You are cautioned that changes or modifications not
expressly approved by Seiko Epson Corporation could void your authority to operate
the equipment.
The interface connectors are supplied from Non-LPS.
CE Marking
The printer conforms to the following Directives and Norms:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which
case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
For Canadian Users
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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About this Manual
This manual describes the TM-T70, a current EPSON thermal printer product.
The currently available power supply, the PS-180, works with TM-T70.
Aim of the Manual
This manual was created to provide all the information necessary for system planning, design,
installation, and application of the printer for designers and developers of POS system.
Manual Content
The manual is made up of the following sections:
Chapter 1Product Overview
Chapter 2Setup
Chapter 3Application Development Information
Chapter 4ESC/POS Command-related Information
Chapter 5Product Specifications
Appendix AInterfaces and Connectors
Appendix BOptions and Consumables
Appendix CCharacter Code Tables
Related Software and Documents
Documents relating to the TM-T70 are listed below.
Name of documentDescription
TM-T70 User’s ManualProvides information to enable POS operators to use the TM-
ESC/POS Application Programming GuideProvides detailed ESC/POS command information. Contact us
TM-T70 Technical Reference GuideThis guide.*
EPSON OPOS ADKThis is an OCX driver.*
T70 safely and correctly. This manual is packed in the box with
the printer.*
to obtain this guide.
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Name of documentDescription
EPSON OPOS ADK ManualProvides information for anyone who is programming using
EPSON Advanced Printer DriverThis is a Windows driver.*
EPSON Advanced Printer Driver ManualProvides information for anyone who is programming using
* You can obtain these items from one of the following URLs:
For customers from North America: http://pos.epson.com/
For customers from other countries: http://epson-pos.com/
Select the product from the “Select any product” pull-down menu.
OPOS. This is included in the EPSON OPOS ADK.*
the APD (EPSON Advanced Printer Driver). This is included in
the EPSON Advanced Printer Driver.*
The TM-T70 thermal printer product is currently available from EPSON. In addition, the PS-170,
the power supply, is obsolete and no longer available. It is described only for legacy support.
The currently available power supply, the PS-180, works with TM-T70.
1.1 Features
The TM-T70 printer has the following features:
❏Printing
•High-speed printing (170 mm/s {6.69"/s} maximum), which enables issuing of batch
receipts.
•Graphics are also printed with a high-speed printing.
❏Printer handling
•Easy drop-in paper loading.
•Front access operation for receipt ejection (horizontal direction) and roll paper exchange.
•Front access operation of the power button and operation panel.
❏Software
®
•Command protocol is based on the ESC/POS
®
•OPOS ADK and Windows
•In addition to supporting several kinds of bar code printing, two-dimensional code
(PDF417, QR code) printing is possible.
•Various layouts are possible by using page mode.
•A maintenance counter function is supported.
❏General
•Various interface boards (EPSON UB series) can be used.
printer drivers are available.
Proprietary Command System.
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1.2 Product Structure
1.2.1 Model
❏Product NameTM-T70 (current product)
•Print method:Thermal line printing
•Interface specifications:
Serial interface specifications (RS-232C)
Parallel interface specifications (IEEE 1284-compliant)
USB interface specifications (Full speed)
Ethernet interface specifications (10/100BASE-T)
Wireless LAN interface specifications (802.11b)
•Paper width specifications:
80 mm {3.15"} width specifications
1.2.2 Accessories
❏Printer (body)
❏Roll paper × 1
❏User’s manual × 1
❏Power switch cover × 1
1.2.3 Options
❏External power supply unit
•Model PS-180 (PS-180 supports the power-saving feature.)
❏Affixing tapes (Model: DF-10)
❏Various interface board (UB series)
❏Connector cover (Model: OT-CC70)
1.2.4 Consumable products
❏Specified paper: Thermal paper
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1.2.5 TM-T70 Basic Specification Table
Table 1-1
TM-T70
1. High-speed print modeApprox. 170 mm/s (6.99") maximum
2. High-speed power
consumption mode
3. Serial interface selectable
baud rates
4. Conditions for canceling
receive buffer BUSY state *
11 pages including WPC 1252,
PC866 [Cyrillic #2], PC852 [Latin2])
• Some baud rates cannot be used in serial
communications (38400 bps).
Note: The driver cannot set a 38400 bps baud
rate.
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* For details on the conditions for canceling the receive buffer BUSY state, refer to “DIP Switch Functions” (page 2-3).
1.3 Part Names and Basic Operation
1.3.1 Part Names
Printer cover
Power switch
Figure 1-1 Printer part names
Cover open lever
Control panel
* For details on DIP switch settings, refer to “DIP Switch Positions and Steps for Changing DIP Switch
Settings” (page 2-3).
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1.3.2 Control Panel
FEED button
PAPER OUT LED
ERROR LED
(POWER) LED
1.3.2.1 LED
(POWER) LED (green)
❏Lights when the power supply is on.
❏Goes out when the power supply is turned off.
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ERROR LED
Lights or flashes when the printer is offline.
❏Lights after the power is turned on or after a reset (offline). Automatically goes out after a
while to indicate that the printer is ready.
Lights when the end of the roll paper is detected, and when printing has stopped (offline). If
this happens, replace with new roll paper.
❏Flashes when an error occurs. (For details about the flash codes, refer to “Error Codes” (page
3-7).)
❏Goes out during regular operation (online).
PAPER OUT LED
❏Lights when there is no more roll paper or there is little remaining.
❏Goes out when there is a sufficient amount of roll paper remaining.
❏Flashes when a self-test is in progress.
1.3.2.2 Buttons
FEED button
Pressing this button once feeds the roll paper by one line. Holding this button down feeds the
roll paper continuously.
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1.3.3 Power Switch
The power switch is located at the bottom right front of the printer. (Refer to “Printer part
names” (page 1-3).)
Turn the printer on or off. The marks on the switch ( / ) indicate the printer switch
position.
CAUTION:
Before turning on the printer be sure to check that the AC adapter is connected to the
power supply.
1.3.4 Connectors
All cables are connected to the connector panel on the lower rear of the printer.
Drawer kick-out connector
Power supply connector
Figure 1-2 Connector panel
❏Drawer kick-out connector for connecting the cash drawer
❏Power supply connector for connecting the power supply unit
❏Interface connector to connect the printer to the host computer interface (serial, parallel, etc.)
Note:
The picture above shows a serial interface model. For details on the various interfaces and how to connect
the power supply connector and cash drawer, see “Connecting Power Supply Unit and Cash Drawer”
(page 2-14) and “Connecting the Printer to the Host Computer” (page 2-7).
DK
24V
FGFG
Interface connector
1.4 Handling the Printer
WARNING:
Do not open the printer cover during printing. Doing so may damage the printer.
Do not touch the emergency cutter with your hands when installing or replacing roll
paper. The emergency cutter is sharp and may cause an injury.
Rev. AProduct Overview 1-5
1.4.1 Installing and Replacing Roll Paper
Note:
Be sure to use roll paper that meets printer specifications. See Appendix B for details on the paper
specifications.
Do not use roll paper whose trailing end is glued to the roll paper core.
1.4.1.1 Installing Roll Paper
1.Check that printing is stopped, and press the cover open button to open the printer cover.
Figure 1-3 Cover open button
2.Load the roll paper.
Figure 1-4 Loading paper
Note:
When loading the roll paper, pay attention to the direction that the roll paper is fed out of the printer.
Figure 1-5 Paper direction
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3.Pull out the roll paper toward you, then set it so that it fits between the left and right paper
guides on top of the printer cover.
Paper guides
Figure 1-6 Pulling out the roll paper
4.Close the printer cover.
Figure 1-7 Closing the printer cover
5.Tear off the leading edge of the roll paper.
Figure 1-8 Tear off paper
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1.4.1.2 Replacing Paper
Follow the procedure below to replace roll paper.
1.Open the printer cover, and remove the core of the previously used roll paper.
2.Insert the new roll paper following the procedure in “Installing Roll Paper” (page 1-6).
1.4.2 Removing Jammed Paper
CAUTION:
Do not touch the thermal head because it can be very hot after printing.
For handling the thermal head, refer to TM-T70 User’s Manual.
1.Turn the printer off and press the cover open lever.
2.Remove jammed paper, reinstall the roll, and close the cover.
1.4.3 Power Switch Cover
Install the power switch cover that comes with the TM-T70 onto the printer to prevent
inadvertent changing of the power switch, to prevent tampering, and to improve the appearance
of the printer.
To reset the TM printer when the power switch cover is installed, insert a long, thin object (such
as the end of a paper clip) into the hole in the power switch cover and press the power switch.
Power switch cover
Note:
If an accident occurs with the power switch cover attached, unplug the power cord immediately.
Continued use may cause fire or shock.
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1.4.4 Shipping Procedures
Do the following before shipping the printer.
1.Press the power switch to turn the power off.
2.Make sure the LED is out.
3.Remove the power supply connector.
4.Remove the roll paper.
5.Pack the printer, keeping the top and bottom correctly oriented.
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Chapter 2
Setup
Before using the printer, you need to make various settings to increase the printer's
functionality. Configure the printer appropriately depending on the environment.
1. Install the printer (page 2-1)
Detailed setup
2. Set the DIP switches (page 2-3)
Note: Detailed setup sometimes
can be omitted.
3. Connect the printer to the host computer (page 2-7)
4. Connect the power supply and cash drawer (page 2-14)
5. Install the driver (page 2-16)
Figure 2-9 Setup flowchart
2.1 Installing the Printer
You can install this printer only horizontally.
❏Install the printer in a flat, horizontal position.
End
❏Avoid locations susceptible to dust and other foreign matter.
❏Be sure to avoid bumping so that the printer is not exposed to strong impact during
operation.
❏Avoid placing the printer on top of the power supply or other cables or other objects.
Rev. ASetup 2-1
Fix the printer so that it does not move around when you open the printer cover and cut roll
paper. A tape for fixing the printer is available as an option.
As shown in the illustration below, install the printer with a maximum tilt of 3°. Installing the
printer with a tilt of more than 3° may cause the following problems.
•Roll paper near end cannot be detected.
•The printer cover will not close after installing roll paper.
•Roll paper cannot be taken out.
Figure 2-10 Placed on a shelf
Note:
If the printer is located in a place with less space than in the diagram above, 1) it may not be possible to
install roll paper and 2) the emergency cutter may not be able to cut the paper. Other problems may also
arise.
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2.2 Setting the DIP Switches
On this printer, you can make various settings with DIP switches.
Note:
Serial interface communication conditions must be set on serial interface model printers.
2.2.1 DIP Switch Positions and Steps for Changing DIP Switch Settings
Follow the steps below to change the DIP switch settings.
CAUTION:
Before you remove the DIP switch cover, turn the printer off. Otherwise, a short-circuit
may cause the printer to malfunction.
1.Make sure the power supply for the printer is turned off.
2.Unscrew the screw to remove the DIP switch cover from the base of the printer.
DSW2
DSW1
Figure 2-11 Removing the DIP switch cover
3.Set the DIP switches as desired, using the tip of a tool, such as a small screwdriver.
4.Attach the DIP switch cover, and screw in place.
Note:
New DIP switch settings are enabled after the printer is turned on.
2.2.2 DIP Switch Functions
The DIP switch functions depend on your printer’s interface specifications.
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2.2.2.1 DIP switch settings for serial interface specifications
Note:
* Factory setting
Table 2-2 Dip Switch bank 1 settings
SWFunctionONOFFDEFAULT
1-1Data receive errorIgnore“?” is printed *OFF
1-2Receive buffer size45 bytes4KB *OFF
1-3HandshakeXON/XOFFDTR/DSR *OFF
1-4Bit length7 bits8 bits *OFF
1-5Parity checkYesNo *OFF
1-6Parity selectionEvenOdd *OFF
,
1-7
1-8
Baud rate selection
(See the “Baud rate selection” tables below.)
Table 2-3 Baud rate selection (DIP SW1-7, 1-8)
TM-T70
Switch no.
Baud rate (bps)
Adjustable by control commands (Default)*1ONON
4800OFFON
9600ONOFF
19200OFFOFF
1-71-8
ON
ON
*1 The baud rate can be changed with the setting values for the communication conditions of
the serial interface. The serial interface communication conditions can be changed using
command. The setting values are 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, and 115200.
The factory default is 115200.
Note:
The values of the communication conditions of the serial interface set with commands are enabled only
when DIP switches 1-7 and 1-8 are On. Otherwise, the value selected with DIP switch 1 has priority.
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