Epson TM-T80, TM-T60, TM-T60P, TM-T80P User Manual

THERMAL LINE PRINTER

TM-T60/T60P

TM-T80/T80P

Operator’s Manual

400206500

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NOTICE:

The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.

FCC-CLASS A

FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT FOR AMERICAN USERS

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.

WARNING

The connection of a non-shielded printer interface cable to this printer will invali-

date the FCC Certification of this device and may cause interference levels which

exceed the limits established by the FCC for this equipment. You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.

FOR CANADIAN USERS

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions

from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Cana-

dian Department of Communications.

Le pésent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe A prescrites dans le réglement sur le brouillage radioélectriques édicte par le Ministére des Communi-

cations du Canada.

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INTRODUCTION

The TM-T6O/T6OP and the TM-T8O/T8OP are a one-station printer for ECR

and POS use which can be used for printing the results of scaling or measuring.

The main features are as follows:

. Light and ultracompact . High-speed printing . low-noise thermal printing . High reliability due to a low number of moving parts . Maintenance such as head cleaning performed easily

Command protocol based on ESC/POSTM, a widely used standard

. Four-way

routing of the interface cable, drawer control cable, and

power cable on either side, underneath, or out the back of the case

. Easy access to the power switch on the front of the printer body;

access to both sides and the back not necessary . Bar code printing possible using a bar code command . 90’ character rotation possible . Repeated operation and copy printing possible through macro definition . Drawer control possible using the drawer-kick interface

TM-T60

Interface Paper Width

Serial

60mm

TM-T6OP TM-T80

Parallel

Serial

8Omm

TM-T8OP

Parallel

Please be sure to read the instructions in this manual carefully before using your

new Epson printer. The TM-T60 and the TM-T80 have a serial interface connector and the TMT6OP and TM-T8OP have a parallel interface one.

Except for the defferent roll width accommodated by the two printers, the functions provided by the TM-T6O/T60P and the TM-T8O/T8OP are the same.

Most of the illustrations used in this operation manual show the TM-T6O/T6OP.

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About this manual

I . SETTING UP]

* Chapter 1 contains information on unpacking the printer, choosing the

place for the printer, and names and functions of parts.

* Chapter 2 and Chapter 3 contain information on connecting and setting

up the printer.

* Chapter 4 contains information on testing the printer.

II . REFERENCE1

* Chapter 5 contains information on using the printer. * Chapter

6 contains information on software control including printer

command descriptions.

APPENDIX

Appendixes

contain information on general specifications, character code

tables and a list of commands.

CONTENTS

I . SETTlNG UP

Chapter 1 Unpacking the Printer

l-l l-2 l-3 Removing the Protective Material l-4

Chapter 2

2- 1 2-2

Checking the Contents of the Box Choosing a Place for the Printer

Names

and Functions of Parts

Before Setting Up

Connecting the Power Supply to the Printer Connecting the Host Computer to the Printer

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Chapter 3 Installing the Parts

3 - 1Installing the Roll Paper

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3-2 Adjusting the Paper-End Detector 3 -3

Chapter 4 The Self Test

Setting the DIP Switches

4 - 1The Open-Cover Detector 4-2

Checking Operation with the Setf Test

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II. REFERENCE1

Chapter 5 Cautions while Using the Printer

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5 - 2 5 - 3 Miscellaneous Notes 5-4 Error Correction 5-5 Cleaning the Head

Chapter 6 Software Control

6 - 1Printer Control 6 - 2 6-3 Commands 6 -4 Program Descriptions

APPENDIX

APPENDIX A General Specifications APPENDIX B Connectors APPENDIX C Interfaces APPENDIX D

APPENDIX E Character Code Tables APPENDIX F Command Summary

Panel Switches and Commands Printable Area

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Command Descriptions

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I. SETTING UP

Chapter 1 Unpacking the Printer

1 - 1

Checking the Contents of the Box

Checking the parts

Remove the printer and other parts from the box.

Roll paper

Printer

Operator’s Manual

Make sure no parts are missing or damaged. If you find any damaged or missing parts, please contact your dealer for assistance.

H Maintenance

Keep the packing case and packing materials in case you ever need to transport or store your printer.

Optional parts

Power supply (PS-130)) Power supply DC cable (1.5m)

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1-2

Choosing a Place for the Printer

n Avoid locations that are subject to direct sunlight or excessive heat

(near heaters).

n Avoid using or storing the printer in places subject to excessive tem-

peratures or moisture.

Do not use or store the printer in a dusty or dirty location.

When setting up the printer, choose a stable, horizontal location.

Intense vibration or shock may damage the printer.

Ensure the printer has enough space to be used easily.

1-3 Removing the Protective Material

An orange plastic spacer is put into the printing mechanism section to

protect the printer from damage during transportation. Before you turn on

the printer, be sure to remove the spacer according to the following steps.

1. Open the printer cover.

2. Raise the head-open lever to remove the spacer.

3. Store it in the hollow space. Re-insert the space when transporting.

4. Lower the head-open lever.

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Names and Functions of Parts

Part names

Printer cover

Operation panel

Power connector

Interface connector

Drawer-kick connector

DIP switches (*1)

TM-T60/T80

TM-T60P/T8OP

* 1: The DIP switches are located behind the small cover on the bottom

of the printer.

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Operation panel

Panel switches

POWER

Press the POWER button to turn the printer ON and OFF. When the button is pushed down, the power is on. When pressed again, the button returns to its original position, turning the power off.

l Do not turn the power off during printing.

PAPER FEED

Press the PAPER FEED button to feed roll paper.

You cannot feed paper when the printer cover is open.

Panel lights (LED)

POWER (green)

The POWER light is on when power is turned on.

ERROR (red)

The ERROR light is on when the printer cover is not closed com-

pletely, or when the paper roll is near the end. The light blinks during an

error condition, or when waiting for data during macro execution.

PAPER (red)

The PAPER light is on when roll paper is not loaded, or when the

paper roll is near the end.

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Chapter 2 Before Setting Up

2- 1

Connecting the Power Supply to the Printer

Plugging in AC adapter

The printer must be connected to an external power supply.

Be sure to use a power cable that matches the specifications of both

the printer and the power supply unit.

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l Before connecting the printer to the power supply, make sure

that the voltage (24 VDC) and power specifications match the

printer’s requirements.

l Using an incorrect power supply can cause serious damage to

IIthe printer.

Connect the power unit according to the following procedure.

Make sure the printer and the power unit are turned off.

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Plug the power cable’s connector into the printer’s power connector

with the arrow mark facing downward. Plug the power cord into the outlet, and turn on the power unit.

TM-T60/T80

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2-2 Connecting the Host Computer to the Printer

Connecting the interface cable

Connect the printer to a host ECR (host computer) using an interface cable matching the specifications of the printer and the host ECR

(host computer).

TM-T6O/T80

Connect the interface cable according to the following procedure.

Turn off the printer, power unit, and host computer.

Plug the interface cable connector into the interface connector on the printer; then insert a screwdriver between the rear rubber feet and fasten

the screws on both sides of the connector.

Plug the drawer-kick cable connector into the drawer-kick connector on the printer (if this connector is covered, you cannot attach a drawer-kick cable

to your printer).

Remove the drawer-kick cable by pressing in on the connector’s clip and

pulling out.

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TM-T60P/T80P

Connect the interface cable according to the following

Turn off the printer, power unit, and host computer.

Plug the interface cable connector into the interface connector on

the printer.

Squeeze the wire clips together until they lock in place on both

sides of the connector.

Attack the ground wire to the ground connector on the right side of the interface connector.

Plug the drawer-kick cable connector into the drawer-kick connector on the printer (if this connector is covered, you cannot attach a drawer-kick cable to your printer).

procedure.

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Chapter 3 Installing the Parts

3-l Installing the Roll Paper

Installing the roll

paper

Be sure to use roll paper that matches the printers specifications.

Using scissors, cut the leading edge of the roll paper perpendicular to the paper feed direction.

Open the printer cover and raise the release-lever toward you.

Release lever

Load the roll paper while Iightiy pressing the right roll paper holder outward. Release the holder after fitting the paper core onto the holder. Make sure the roll paper turns freely. When loading roll paper, make sure to insert so that it rotates in the correct

direction.

Roll

Correct

Incorrect

paper holder

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Chapter 3 Installing the Parts

3-l Installing the Roll Paper

Installing the roll

paper

Be sure to use roll paper that matches the printers specifications.

Using scissors, cut the leading edge of the roll paper perpendicular

to the paper feed direction.

Open the printer cover and raise the release-lever toward you.

Release lever

Load the roll paper while Iightly pressing the right roll paper holder outward. Release the holder after fitting the paper core onto the holder. Make sure the roll paper turns freely. When loading roll paper, make sure to insert so that it rotates in the correct

direction.

Roll

Correct

Incorrect

paper holder

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Insert the edge of the roll paper into the paper slot and turn the paper-feed knob in the direction of the arrow to feed the paper 5 cm beyond the tear-off edge.

Don’t turn the paper-feed knob when the release lever is down.

Paper-feed knob

Raise the head-open lever, unroll the paper a little and pull lightly from the roll paper side to eliminate twist or misalignment. Retighten the roll paper to remove any slack. Roth edges of the paper should be aligned parallel to the paper roll.

Push down the release lever and then the head-open lever. Tear

off any extra paper at the tear-off edge by pulling the paper toward you.

the

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Removing jammed paper

Removing jammed paper according to the following steps.

Open the printer cover and raise the head-open lever.

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CAUTION: * The print head is very hot immediately after printing. Always remove jammed paper after the print head has cooled.

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Head-open lever

Remove any jammed paper.

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CAUTION: . Never touch the print head.

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Push the head-open lever down. Reload roll paper and close the

printer cover. See 3-l

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3 -2 Adjusting the Paper-End Detector

The paper-end detector

The paper-end detector senses when the paper is nearing its end and turns on the PAPER lamp. The paper-end detector can be adjusted according the thickness of the

Paper.

How to adjust the paper-end detector

Roll paper may differ in spool size, so it may be necessary to adjust

the paper-end detector.

Use the specified paper roll with

a cure

inside diameter (d1) of 12mm

and an outside diameter (d2) of 18 mm.

The thickness of the spool can vary; use the table to determine

the paper-end detector adjustment.

Table 3-l. Adjustment Values of the Paper-end Detector

Adjustment Value Dimension of T (mm)

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#l #2 #3 #4 #5 #6

Approx. 0 Approx. 2 Approx. 4 Approx. 6 Approx. 8 Approx . 10

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Loosen the adjusting screw that holds the paper-end detector.

Then set the top of the positioning plate to the appropriate adjustment

position, and tighten the adjusting screw.

NOTES:

1 . The T dimensions corresponding to the adjustment values in I

the table are caluculated from standard measurements; some

variations in the actual mechanism.

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2. After adjusting, ensure that the detector operates smoothly.

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3 -3 Setting the DIP Switches

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Locating the DIP switches

On the underside of your printer are a number of DIP switches that can be set to perform a number of different functions.

- You can change the function of your printer by turning DIP switches on or off.

- Current DIP-switch settings are printed out during the self test.

- The switches numbered from left to right are SW1-1 through SW1-10 (TM-T6O/T80) or SW1-1 through SW1-5 (TM-T6O/T80P).

- Each switch functions as described in the lists on the following page.

Setting the DIP switches

Follow these steps when changing DIP-switch settings.

Turn the printer power supply off.

• Remove the small cover on the printer’s bottom to expose the DIP

switches. Flip the DIP switches using tweezers or other narrow-ended tool.

Switches in the up position are ON; those in the down position are OFF.

TM-T6O/T8O

TM-T6()p/T8oP

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NOTE:

- Changes made with the power on have no effect until the power

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supply is turned off and then on again.

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TM-T60/T60 DIP-Switch Functions

Table 3-2 DIP-Switch Functions (On the bottom of the case)

DIP SW1

SW- 1

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SW-2 Data buffer

-------------SW3 XON/XOFF

-----------SW-4 Parity

---------------------SW-5 Even parity

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Ignores data reception errors

SW-6

SW-7

SW-8 SW-9

w-10

OFF

Prints “?” for data reception

---------------------.----------------------------------45 bytes Data buffer 4 Kbytes

--------------------------------------------------------control DTR/DSR control

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errors

No Parity Odd parity

Change baud rate (Refer to Table 3-3)

Change print density (Refer to Table 3-4)

Normally OFF

Table 3-3. Baud Rate Selection

Baud Rate SWl - 6 SW1 - 7

1200 bps

4800

9600

19200

Table 3-4. Print Density Selection

Density

LIGHT

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DARK

OFF

SW1 -8 SW1 -9 Level

OFF OFF 2

ON OFF 3

OFF

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TM-T60P/T80P DIP-Switch Functions

Table 3-5. DIP-Switch Functions (On the bottom of the case)

DIP SW1

OFF

SW-l Auto-feed function is always Depends on AUTO FEED XT

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SW-Z Data buffer 0 byte

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SW-3

valid

signal

Data buffer 4 Kbytes

Character print density (Refer to Table 3-6)

SW-4

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SW-5

Table 3-6. Print Density Selection

Print Density SW1-3 SW1-4 Level

LIGHT

DARK

Normally OFF

OFF

OFF ON

ON 1

OFF

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Chapter 4 The Self Test

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The Open-Cover Detector

The open-cover detector

This unit has an open-cover detector located inside the printer cover.

- Data is not printed when the printer cover is open.

- Opening the cover sets the printer OFF LINE; data cannot be received when the printer is OFF LINE.

- Paper cannot be fed with the paper-feed switch when the printer cover

is open.

Returning the printer ON LINE

- Closing the cover sets the printer ON LINE automatically.

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CAUTION:

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The printer cover cannot be closed unless the head-release lever

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and the head-open lever are down.

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4 -2 Checking Operation with the Self Test

The purpose of the self test

The self test checks whether the printer has any problems. When the

printer does not function properly, please contact the dealer.

The self test checks the following

- Control circuit functions

- Printer mechanism

- Control ROM version . RAM checking

- Print quality - DIP-switch settings

Run the self test according to the following procedure

Make sure the printer cover is closed and the roll paper is installed correctly.

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While holding down the PAPER FEED switch, press on the POWER button. The test starts.

Ž If you wish to stop the test before it has finished, press the PAPER

FEED button. To restart, press the PAPER FEED button again. The self test finishes automatically when the printer has printed out the specified numbers of lines.

• Turn the POWER button off.

The information printed out during the self test is as follows.

ROM version

TM-T6O/T-80

TM-T6OP/T8OP

Interface type * Data buffer capacity * Print density

DIP-switch settings

Self test print pattern

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II. REFERENCE

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