Caution label above for the drawer kick-out connector.
Quick Reference
This Quick Reference will direct you to key areas of this Operator’s
Manual. For a complete listing of topics, see the Contents.
Printer Parts and Labelsinside front cover
Ordering Paperpage ix
Where to order paper.
Setting Up the Printerpage 1-1
How to set up the printer.
Installing and Replacing Paperpage 1-7
How to load or change the paper roll.
Solving Problems page 3-1
How to correct problems.
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retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical,
photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Seiko
Epson Corporation. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the
information contained herein. While every precaution has been taken in the
preparation of this book, Seiko Epson Corporation assumes no 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
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.
EPSON and ESC/POS are registered trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation.
NOTICE: The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.
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.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme
la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
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GEREÄUSCHPEGEL
Gemäß der Dritten Verordnung zum Gerätesicherheitsgesetz
(Maschinenlärminformations- Verordnung-3. GSGV) ist der arbeitsplatzbezogene
Geräusch-Emissionswert kleiner als 70 dB(A) (basierend auf ISO 7779).
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About This Manual
Setting Up and Using
❏Chapter 1 contains information on unpacking the printer and setting it up.
❏Chapter 2 contains information on using the printer.
❏Chapter 3 contains troubleshooting information.
Reference
❏Chapter 4 contains specifications.
❏Appendix A tells how to change the DIP switch and paper near end settings.
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
WARNING:
Follow warnings carefully to avoid serious bodily injury.
CAUTION:
Observe cautions to avoid minor injury to yourself or damage
to your equipment.
Note:
Notes have important information and useful tips on the operation of your
printer.
vi Quick Reference
Introduction
Features
TM-T88II Series printers are high-quality POS printers that can print on a paper roll.
The printers have the following features:
Printing
❏High-speed printing: 28.4 lines/second (4.23mm (1/6”) feed) maximum.
❏Low-noise thermal printing.
❏High reliability due to a stable mechanism.
Application Software
®
❏Command protocol is based on the ESC/POS
❏Various layouts are possible by using page mode.
❏Characters can be scaled up to 64 times as large as the standard size. Smoothing
is also possible.
❏Bar code printing is possible by using a bar code command. Bar codes can be
printed both in the vertical direction (fence bar code) and in the horizontal
direction (ladder bar code).
standard.
❏Repeated operations and copy printing are possible by using macro definitions.
❏Character font size (12 x 24 font or 9 x 17 font) can be selected using a command.
Printer Handling
❏Easy paper roll loading.
❏An autocutter is standard.
❏The printer allows easy maintenance for tasks such as head cleaning.
❏Three different print densities can be selected by DIP switches.
❏The built-in interface provides control capability for two drawers.
Introduction vii
Options and Accessories
❏EPSON power supply unit, PS-170.
❏Affixing tapes (model: DF-10).
❏RS-485 interface board can be installed as a dealer option.
❏Wall hanging bracket set (WH-10).
viii Introduction
Ordering Paper and Supplies
You can order thermal roll paper from the supplier in your area.
Specified Thermal Roll Paper: NTP080-80
In Japan:Nakagawa Seisakujo
2-5-21 Nishiki-Cho Warabi-Shi
Saitama-Ken 335 Japan
Tel: (048) 444-8211
Fax: (048) 443-6652
In U.S.A.:Nakagawa Mfg (USA) Inc.
2305 Lincoln Avenue
Hayward, CA 94545 USA
Tel: (510) 782-0197
Fax: (510) 782-7124
In Europe:Nakagawa Mfg (Europe) GmbH.
Krützpoort 16, 47804
Krefeld, Germany
Tel: 02151-711051
Fax: 02151-713293
In Southeast Asia:N.A.K. Mfg (Malaysia) SDN BHD
Lot 19-11, Bersatu Industrial Complexs,
Jalan Satu, Kaw Per. Cheras Jaya,.
Balakong Industrial Area, 43200 Cheras.
Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia
Tel: 03-9047896, 9047900, 9047691
Fax: 03-9047889
Introduction ix
Other Qualified Suppliers for Thermal Paper
The following suppliers sell thermal paper that may be used if
desired. Contact each company for information.
The illustration below shows the items included for the standard
specification printer.
Printer
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PAPER
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Paper roll
Hexagonal
lock screws
(only for the serial interface)
See the note on page 1-3 for information about the hexagonal lock screws.
Switch cover
Setting Up the Printer 1-1
Connecting the Cables and Grounding the Printer
)
You can connect up to four cables to the printer. They all connect to
the connector panel on the back of the printer, which is shown
below:
FG
Interface
(The shape of the interface
connector is different from
the illustration if the printer
has a parallel interface.
FG
DK
Grounding screw
DC24V
Power supply
Drawer kick-out
Note:
There is a caution label above the drawer kick-out connector.
Depending on the interface installed, the interface connector on
your printer may look different from the one illustrated.
Before connecting any cables, make sure both the printer and
computer are turned off.
Connecting the computer
You need an appropriate interface cable.
1.Plug the cable connector securely into the printer’s interface
connector.
1-2 Setting Up the Printer
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