Describes how to control the printer and necessary information
when you develop applications.
Describes setup and installation of the product and peripherals.
Describes how to handle the product.
Describes general specifications and character code tables.
Describes features for the product.
Technical Reference Guide
TM-i Firmware Ver.4.0 or later
Product Overview
Setup
Application Development Information
Handling
Appendix
M00075301
Rev. B
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information.
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assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions.
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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.
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© Seiko Epson Corporation 2014. All rights reserved.
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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.
You must follow warnings carefully to avoid serious bodily injury.
WARNING
Provides information that must be observed to prevent damage to the equipment or loss of
data.
CAUTION
Possibility of sustaining physical injuries.
Possibility of causing physical damage.
Possibility of causing information loss.
Provides information that must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment or a
malfunction.
Provides important information and useful tips.
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Warnings
WARNING
To avoid risk of electric shock, do not set up this product or handle cables during
a thunderstorm
Never insert or disconnect the power plug with wet hands.
Doing so may result in electric shock.
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.
Be sure to use the specified power source.
Connection to an improper power source may cause fire or electric shock.
Do not place multiple loads on the power outlet.
Overloading the outlet may lead to fire.
Shut down your equipment immediately if it produces smoke, a strange odor, or
unusual noise.
Continued use may lead to fire. Immediately unplug the equipment and contact your
dealer or a Seiko Epson service center for advice.
Never attempt to repair this product yourself.
Improper repair work can be dangerous.
Never disassemble or modify this product.
Tampering with this product may result in injury or fire.
Do not allow foreign matter to fall into the equipment.
Penetration by foreign objects may lead to fire.
If water or other liquid spills into this equipment, do not continue to use it.
Continued use may lead to fire. Unplug the power cord immediately and contact your
dealer or a Seiko Epson service center for advice.
If you open the DIP switch cover, be sure to close the cover and tighten the screw
after adjusting the DIP switch.
Using this product with the cover open may cause fire or electric shock.
Do not use aerosol sprayers containing flammable gas inside or around this
product.
Doing so may cause fire.
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Cautions
CAUTION
Do not connect cables in ways other than those mentioned in this manual.
Different connections may cause equipment damage or fire.
Be sure to set this equipment on a firm, stable, horizontal surface.
The product may break or cause injury if it falls.
Do not use this product in locations subject to high humidity or dust levels.
Excessive humidity and dust may cause equipment damage or fire.
Do not place heavy objects on top of this product. Never stand or lean on this
product.
Equipment may fall or collapse, causing breakage and possible injury.
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
Do not open the roll paper cover without taking the necessary precautions, as this
can result in injury from the auto-cutter fixed blade.
To ensure safety, unplug this product before leaving it unused for an extended
period.
Do not knock or strike the printer. This may cause defective print.
Do not catch cables or place foreign matter under the printer.
Use the UL-approved peripherals (only for North American users).
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/precisio
consideration to including fail-safes and redundancies into your design to maintain safety and total
system reliability. B ec ause this product was not inten
high reliability/safety, s uch 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 aft
n devices, etc., you should use this product only after giving
ded for use in applications requiring extremely
er a full evaluation.
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About this Manual
<General Information>
Firmware
X.XX
ePOS-Device
X.XX
Model
TM-T88V-i
<General Information>
Software
X.XX
Model
TM-T88V-i
Time
yyyy-mm-dd hh:nn:ss
Aim of the Manual
This manual aims to provide all the information necessary for the development, design, and
installment of POS systems, order entry systems, and other receipt issuing systems that use TM-
T88V-i.
TM-T88V-i provides different available functions depending on the product specification a
Firmware version.
Refer to an appropriate Technical Reference Guide described in the following table.
TM-T88V-i product
specifications
TM-T88V-i
(with a Serial port)
TM-T88V-i
(without a Serial port)
*1
TM-i Firmware Version
Ver.4.0 or later
Ver.4.0 or later
Ver.3.x or earlier TM-T88V-i Technical Reference Guide
*2
Technical Reference Guide to be used
TM-T88V-i (TM-i Firmware Ver.4.0 or later)
Technical Reference Guide (This document)
TM-T88V-i (TM-i Firmware Ver.4.0 or later)
Technical Reference Guide (This document)
*1: You can check the rear of the printer for the availability of serial ports.
TM-T88V-i (with a Serial port) TM-T88V-i (without a Serial port)
9 pin connector (Male)
15 pin connector (Female)
(Blue)
nd TM-i
*2: For TM-T88V-i (without Serial port), print a status sheet to confirm whether the version of TM-i
Firmware is 4.0 or later. Make s
is turned on), and hold down the push button at the rear of this product for at least 3 seconds before
releasing it.
(See "Confirming with a status sheet" on page 58.)
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ure that this product is ready to print (the paper is set and the power
TM-i Firmware Ver.4.0 or later TM-i Firmware Ver.3.x or earlier
“Firmware” (TM-i Firmware Version) is printed
under <General Information>.
“Software” (TM-i Firmware Version) is printed
under <General Information>.
Manual Content
The manual is made up of the following sections:
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Appendix
Product Overview
Setup
Application Development Information
Handling
Product Specifications
Option Specifications
Setting Items for Software Setting Mode
Character Code Tables
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Contents
■ For Safety .............................................................................................................................. 3
Key to Symbols........................................................................................................................................ 3
Warnings..................................................................................................................................................4
Cautions ..................................................................................................................................................5
■ Restriction of Use.................................................................................................................. 5
■ About this Manual................................................................................................................ 6
Aim of the Manual .................................................................................................................................6
Manual Content.....................................................................................................................................7
■ Contents................................................................................................................................ 8
Product Overview........................................................................13
■ Features............................................................................................................................... 13
■ Product Configurations...................................................................................................... 14
Bundled items .......................................................................................................................................14
Options ..................................................................................................................................................14
■ Part Names and Functions ................................................................................................ 15
Power Switch .........................................................................................................................................15
Power Switch Cover ............................................................................................................................. 15
Roll paper cover / Cover open button..............................................................................................16
Cutter cover..........................................................................................................................................16
Control Panel ........................................................................................................................................16
Interfaces...............................................................................................................................................17
Push Button............................................................................................................................................19
Status LED ..............................................................................................................................................19
Wired LAN Status LED ...........................................................................................................................20
Wireless LAN cable set (optional) LED................................................................................................20
■ Online and Offline..............................................................................................................21
Online.....................................................................................................................................................21
Offline.....................................................................................................................................................21
■ Error Status........................................................................................................................... 22
Automatically Recoverable Errors ......................................................................................................22
Recoverable Errors ...............................................................................................................................22
Unrecoverable Errors ............................................................................................................................23
■ NV Memory......................................................................................................................... 24
NV Graphics Memory ..........................................................................................................................24
Memory Switches (Customized Value) ..............................................................................................24
R/E (Receipt Enhancement) ...............................................................................................................24
Maintenance Counter.........................................................................................................................24
Setup.............................................................................................25
■ Flow of Setup....................................................................................................................... 25
■ Installing the Product ......................................................................................................... 29
Important Notes....................................................................................................................................29
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■ Setting the DIP Switches..................................................................................................... 30
Setting Procedure.................................................................................................................................30
Functions ...............................................................................................................................................31
■ Changing the Paper Width................................................................................................ 33
■ Adjusting the Paper Roll Near-End Sensor ....................................................................... 35
■ Installing the microSD Card............................................................................................... 36
■ Connecting the Product to the Network .......................................................................... 37
For Wired LAN connection ..................................................................................................................37
For Wireless LAN Interface ................................................................................................................... 37
■ Connecting the Peripherals .............................................................................................. 40
Connecting the Customer Display.....................................................................................................40
Connecting the Optional External Buzzer .........................................................................................42
Connecting the Serial Communication Device ...............................................................................45
Key Input Device via a USB Interface.................................................................................................45
Connecting the Cash Drawer............................................................................................................. 46
■ Connecting the AC Adapter............................................................................................. 48
■ Attaching the Connector Cover ....................................................................................... 50
■ Attaching the Power Switch Cover................................................................................... 52
■ Setting the Memory Switches (Customized Value)......................................................... 53
Functions ...............................................................................................................................................54
■ Network Setting .................................................................................................................. 56
Confirming Network Setting ................................................................................................................58
Initializing the Network Setting ............................................................................................................59
■ Enabling PHP....................................................................................................................... 60
■ Setting for Server Direct Print............................................................................................. 60
■ Setting for Connected Devices ......................................................................................... 61
■ Registering Web Contents................................................................................................. 63
Creating Web Contents ......................................................................................................................63
Registering Web Contents...................................................................................................................65
Application Development Information...................................... 67
■ How to Control the Printer.................................................................................................. 67
ePOS-Device SDK for iOS .....................................................................................................................68
ePOS-Device SDK for Android.............................................................................................................69
ePOS-Device SDK for JavaScript.........................................................................................................70
ePOS-Device XML.................................................................................................................................71
Server Direct Print .................................................................................................................................73
Web Server............................................................................................................................................74
■ Software and Manuals....................................................................................................... 75
How to Get Manuals and the Utility ...................................................................................................76
■ EPSON TMNet WebConfig .................................................................................................. 77
Starting EPSON TMNet WebConfig .....................................................................................................77
Help Screen Display .............................................................................................................................78
Version Screen Display .........................................................................................................................78
General Information.............................................................................................................................79
Information - Wired - TCP/IP ................................................................................................................81
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Information - Wireless - TCP/IP .............................................................................................................82
Information - Web Contents................................................................................................................83
Information - Time.................................................................................................................................84
Web Service Settings - Device Admin - Printer.................................................................................. 85
Web Service Settings - Device Admin - Customer Display ..............................................................86
Web Service Settings - Device Admin - Key Input Device ...............................................................87
Web Service Settings - Device Admin - Serial Communication Device ........................................88
Web Service Settings - Device Admin - Search Printer ....................................................................89
Web Service Settings - Web Contents - Update Settings.................................................................90
Web Service Settings - Server Access - Direct Print ..........................................................................92
Web Service Settings - Server Access - Status Notification..............................................................93
System Settings - Network - Wired ......................................................................................................94
System Settings - Network - Wired - TCP/IP ........................................................................................95
System Settings - Network - Wireless ................................................................................................... 96
System Settings - Network - Wireless - TCP/IP.....................................................................................97
System Settings - Security - Authenticate Server...............................................................................98
System Settings - Proxy - Proxy.............................................................................................................99
System Settings - Time - Time .............................................................................................................100
Admin Settings - Maintenance - Reset ............................................................................................101
Admin Settings - Administrator Information - Administrator ...........................................................102
Admin Settings - Administrator Information - Password..................................................................103
PHP settings .........................................................................................................................................104
■ Status sheet....................................................................................................................... 105
■ Setting/Checking Modes ................................................................................................ 110
Self-test Mode .....................................................................................................................................110
NV Graphics Print Mode ....................................................................................................................111
Receipt Enhancement Information Print Mode..............................................................................112
Software Setting Mode ......................................................................................................................113
Hexadecimal Dumping Mode ..........................................................................................................116
■ Easy Setup......................................................................................................................... 117
■ Checking/Updating TM-i Firmware ................................................................................ 118
Checking the TM-i Firmware Version ................................................................................................118
Updating TM-i Firmware .....................................................................................................................118
Handling .....................................................................................119
■ Installing and Replacing Roll Paper ............................................................................... 119
■ Removing Jammed Paper .............................................................................................. 121
■ Cleaning the Thermal Head............................................................................................ 122
■ Preparing for Transport..................................................................................................... 123
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Appendix....................................................................................125
■ Product Specifications..................................................................................................... 125
Software Specifications..................................................................................................................... 126
Controllable Peripherals.................................................................................................................... 127
Printing Specifications ....................................................................................................................... 128
Character Specifications .................................................................................................................. 129
Printable Area .................................................................................................................................... 130
Printing and Cutting Positions ........................................................................................................... 132
Paper Specifications.......................................................................................................................... 132
Electrical Characteristics .................................................................................................................. 133
Environmental Conditions ................................................................................................................. 134
External Dimensions and Mass ......................................................................................................... 135
AC Adapter,RA .................................................................................................................................. 136
■ Option Specifications ...................................................................................................... 136
Wireless LAN Cable Set (OT-WL01) ................................................................................................... 136
Customer Display (DM-D110 ) .......................................................................................................... 137
■ Setting Items for Software Setting Mode ........................................................................ 138
■ Character Code Tables ................................................................................................... 141
Common to All Pages ....................................................................................................................... 141
Page 0 [PC437: USA, Standard Europe] .......................................................................................... 142
Page 1 (Katakana) ............................................................................................................................ 143
Page 2 (PC850: Multilingual)............................................................................................................. 144
Page 3 (PC860: Portuguese)............................................................................................................. 145
Page 4 (PC863: Canadian-French) ................................................................................................. 146
Page 5 (PC865: Nordic)..................................................................................................................... 147
Page 11 (PC851: Greek).................................................................................................................... 148
Page 12 (PC853: Turkish) ................................................................................................................... 149
Page 13 (PC857: Turkish) ................................................................................................................... 150
Page 14 (PC737: Greek).........................................................................................................
Page 15 (ISO8859-7: Greek).............................................................................................................. 152
Page 16 (WPC1252)........................................................................................................................... 153
Page 17 (PC866: Cyrillic #2) .............................................................................................................. 154
Page 18 (PC852: Latin 2)................................................................................................................... 155
Page 19 (PC858: Euro)....................................................................................................................... 156
Page 20 (Thai Character Code 42) ................................................................................................. 157
Page 21 (Thai Character Code 11) ................................................................................................. 158
Page 26 (Thai Character Code 18) ................................................................................................. 159
Page 30 (TCVN-3: Vietnamese)........................................................................................................ 160
Page 31 (TCVN-3: Vietnamese)........................................................................................................ 161
Page 32 (PC720: Arabic)................................................................................................................... 162
Page 33 (WPC775: Baltic Rim).......................................................................................................... 163
Page 34 (PC855: Cyrillic) ................................................................................................................... 164
Page 35 (PC861: Icelandic).....................................................................................................
Page 36 (PC862: Hebrew)................................................................................................................. 166
Page 37 (PC864: Arabic)................................................................................................................... 167
Page 38 (PC869: Greek).................................................................................................................... 168
Page 39 (ISO8859-2: Latin 2) ............................................................................................................. 169
Page 40 (ISO8859-15: Latin 9) ........................................................................................................... 170
Page 41 (PC1098: Farsi)..................................................................................................................... 171
Page 42 (PC1118: Lithuanian) .......................................................................................................... 172
Page 43 (PC1119: Lithuanian) .......................................................................................................... 173
Page 44 (PC1125: Ukrainian) ............................................................................................................ 174
Page 45 (WPC1250: Latin 2).............................................................................................................. 175
........... 151
......... 165
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Page 46 (WPC1251: Cyrillic) ..............................................................................................................176
Page 47 (WPC1253: Greek)...............................................................................................................177
Page 48 (WPC1254: Turkish)...............................................................................................................178
Page 49 (WPC1255: Hebrew)............................................................................................................179
Page 50 (WPC1256: Arabic).............................................................................................................. 180
Page 51 (WPC1257: Baltic Rim).........................................................................................................181
Page 52 (WPC1258: Vietnamese) ....................................................................................................182
Page 53 (KZ1048: Kazakhstan) ..........................................................................................................183
Page 255..............................................................................................................................................184
International Character Sets .............................................................................................................185
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Chapter 1 Product Overview
Product Overview
This chapter describes features of the product.
Features
TM-T88V-i is a receipt printer which can print directly from a smart device application or Web
application.
This product supports ePOS-Device * and is capable of controlling POS peripherals or network
compatible TM printers.
*: ePOS-Device: Epson original technology to control TM printers or POS peripherals via a smart
device applicati
on the products.
on or Web application. This technology is realized by ePOS-Device Service running
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Functions
•Enables connection to peripherals (customer displays, barcode scanners, etc) via a USB or serial *
interface.
•Provides ePOS-Device SDK for developing Web applications, applications for iOS and Android.
• Uses the communication box function to enable communications between applications.
This function allows for comm
•Supports Server Direct Print that sends a request for print data from the product to the Web server
at regular intervals.
•Equipped with Web server that supports the scripting language "PHP" and database "SQLite3".
*: Not available for TM-T88V-i (without a Serial port).
For information on how to use these functions, see "How to Control the Printer" on page 67.
unications, etc. between tablet terminals. (ePOS-Device SDK)
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Product Configurations
Bundled items
•AC adapter,RA
•AC cable *
• Roll paper (for operation check)
•Connector cover
•Power switch cover
• Roll paper guide for 58 mm width paper
•Two strips for the roll paper guide
•Screw for the roll paper guide
•Start Here
•Manual CD
* May vary based on specifications and region.
Options
•Affixing tape for fixing the printer (Model: DF-10)
•Buzzer unit (Model: OT-BZ20)
•Wireless LAN cable set (Model: OT-WL01)
•Customer display
•Display unit (Model: DM-D110: USB Interface)
•Option stand (Model: DP-110)
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Part Names and Functions
Roll paper cover
Control panel
Cover open button
Powe r swi tch
Cutter cover
Power switch cover
Connector
cover
Manual cutter
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Power Switch
Turns the printer on or off. The marks on the switch: ( : OFF/ : ON)
Before turning on the product, be sure to check that the AC adapter is connected to the
power supply.
CAUTION
After the product is turned on, it requires about 30 seconds until it is ready to print.
Power Switch Cover
Install the power switch cover that comes with the TM-T88V-i onto the printer to prevent inadvertent
changing of the power switch, to prevent tampering, and to improve the appearance of the printer.
To op erate the power switch, insert an object with a pointed tip such as a ballpoint pen into the hole
on the power swit
WARNING
ch cover.
If an accident occurs with the power switch cover attached, unplug the power cord
immediately.
Continued use of the printer may cause fire or electric shock.
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Roll paper cover / Cover open button
(Power) LED
Error LED
Paper LED
Feed button
When setting or replacing the roll paper, press the cover open button to open the roll paper cover.
Do not open the roll paper cover during printing or while the auto-cutter is operating.
Cutter cover
The auto-cutter is inside the cutter cover. Open the cover when roll paper is jammed in the printer or
to return the cutter blade manually.
Control Panel
Name Status Description
(Power) LED On Power is being supplied.
Off Power is not being supplied.
Error LED Off Normal operation (online)
On Immediately after the power is turned on or immediately after a reset
(offline).
Automatically goes off after a while to indicate that the printer is ready.
The end of the roll paper is detected, and when printing has stopped
(offline). If this happens, replace the roll paper.
Flashing An error has occurred
(For details about the flash codes, see "Error Status" on page 22.)
Paper LED Off There is a sufficient amount of roll paper remaining.
On There is little or no roll paper remaining.
Flashing A self-test printing standby state and macro execution standby state
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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Interfaces
Drawer kick
connector
Serial port
microSD card slot
Ethernet port
USB port
USB port
DC-In (24V)
connector
Micro-USB port
DC-In (5V)
connector
Protective cover
With a Serial port
Name Description
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Drawer kick connector Connects a cash drawer or the optional buzzer unit.
Ethernet port Connect the LAN cable here to connect to the network.
USB port (Type A) Connects peripherals via a USB interface.
Micro-USB port
(Type Micro-AB)
DC-In (5V) connector Connects a AC adapter,RA.
DC-In (24V) connector Connects a AC adapter,RA.
microSD card slot When using the PHP function.
Serial port Connects a serial communication device.
When connecting USB interface devices, make sure to check the devices or manuals,
etc. for current consumption. The total value should be 2.0 A or less. Never use
CAUTION
devices that provide no information on current consumption.
Make sure that the protective cover is securely fit into place while the product is oper-
ating.
For Ethernet ports, make sure that the outdoor aerial LAN cables are connected
through a surge protector. Failure to do so may lead to device error resulting from
indirect lightning.
Connects a computer when setting the product with TM-T88V Utility.
For the Micro-USB port, use a Micro-USB (Type Micro-AB) cable.
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Without a Serial port
Drawer kick
connector
Analog RGB
port
microSD card slot
Ethernet port
USB port
USB port
DC-In (24V)
connector
Micro-USB port
DC-In (5V)
connector
Protective cover
Name Description
Drawer kick connector Connects a cash drawer or the optional buzzer unit.
LAN connector Connect the LAN cable here to connect to the network.
USB connector
Connects optional products.
(for optional products)
Micro-USB connector
Connects the product to a computer to set up the product.
(for optional products)
Power supply connector for
Connects a AC adapter,RA.
DC 5V
Power supply connector for
Connects a AC adapter,RA.
DC 24V
microSD card slot When using the PHP function with the firmware version 2.0 or later.
Analog RGB port Currently not available.
When connecting USB interface devices, make sure to check the devices or manuals,
etc. for current consumption. The total value should be 2.0 A or less. Never use
CAUTION
devices that provide no information on current consumption.
Make sure that the protective cover is securely fit into place while the product is oper-
ating.
For Ethernet ports, make sure that the outdoor aerial LAN cables are connected
through a surge protector. Failure to do so may lead to device error resulting from
indirect lightning.
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For the Micro-USB port, use a Micro-USB (Type Micro-AB) cable.
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Push button
Status LED
Push Button
Press the push button with a thin object such as a tweezers.
The push button has the following functions:
•Status sheet printing:
Make sure the product is turned on, press the push button for approximately 3 seconds. When you
release the button, a status sheet on which n
"Confirming with a status sheet" on page 58.)
•Initialization:
Make sure the product is turned on, press the push button for approximately 10 seconds. When
you release the button, network setting (Wired LAN/ Wireless LAN) will be initialized. (See
alizing the Network Setting" on page 59.)
"Initi
etwork parameters are printed will be ejected. (See
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To print a status sheet, release the push button within 10 seconds. If the button is kept down for
10 seconds or more, the network setting will be initialized.
Press the push button after the status LED color has changed from orange to green. After
the printer is turned on, it takes about 20 to 30 seconds until the status LED color changes to
green.
Even if the button is pressed while the status LED is on in orange, the button will not operate.
Status LED
With the status LED on the rear of the product, you can check the interface board status.
LED Description
On (Green) Operating normally.
On (Orange) Starting up.
If the status LED is on in orange even after 30 seconds have passed since the
printer is turned on, repair is required.
Off Power is not turned on.
If the status LED is off even if the printer is turned on, repair is required.
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Wired LAN Status LED
LED (Green)
LED (Orange)
LED (Green)
With the Wired LAN Status LED on the rear of the product, you can check the communication status
of the product.
LED Description
Green Turns on when the link is established.
Orange Turns on during communication.
Wireless LAN cable set (optional) LED
With the LED on the wireless LAN unit, you can check the communication status of the product.
LED Description
On The wireless LAN unit is not connected to the product. Or the product power is OFF.
Off This wireless LAN unit is connected to the product and is in operation.
This unit is not communicating on a network.
Flashing
This wireless LAN unit is connected to the product and is in operation.
This unit is communicating on a network.
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Online and Offline
Online
When no events to go offline have occurred, the printer is online and ready for normal printing.
Offline
The printer automatically goes offline under the following conditions:
•During power on (including resetting with the interface) until the printer is ready
•During the self-test
•When the roll paper cover is open.
•While roll paper is fed using the Feed button.
•When printing stops due to end of paper. (When
or the printer is set so that printing stops upon detection of roll paper near-end.)
• Macro execution standby state
•When an error has occurred
the roll paper end sensor detects the end of paper
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Error Status
LED ON
LED OFF
Approx. 160 ms
LED ON
LED OFF
Approx. 160 ms
Approx. 2560 ms
There are three possible error types: automatically recoverable errors, recoverable errors, and
unrecoverable errors. Check the error LED flash code.
When connection to peripherals fails, check the status LEDs at the lower rear of the product.
Automatically Recoverable Errors
Printing is no longer possible when automatically recoverable errors occur. T h ey ca n be recovered
easily, as described below.
Error Error description Error LED flash code Recovery measure
Roll paper cover
open error
The roll paper cover was
opened during printing.
Recovers automatically
when the roll paper
cover is closed.
Print head
temperature
error
A high temperature
outside the head drive
operating range was
LED ON
LED OFF
Approx. 160 ms
Recovers automatically
when the print head
cools.
detected.
Recoverable Errors
Printing is no longer possible when recoverable errors occur. They c a n be recovered easily by turning
the power on again after eliminating the cause of the error.
Error Error description Error LED flash code Recovery measure
Auto-cutter error Auto-cutter does not
work correctly.
Remove the jammed
paper or foreign matter in
the printer, close the roll
paper cover, and then
turn the power on to
recover.
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LED ON
LED OFF
Approx. 160 ms
LED ON
LED OFF
Approx. 160 ms
LED ON
LED OFF
Approx. 160 ms
LED ON
LED OFF
Approx. 160 ms
LED ON
LED OFF
Approx. 160 ms
Approx. 2560 ms
Unrecoverable Errors
If the same error occurs again even after turning the power back on, contact your dealer or a Epson
service center.
Turn off the power immediately when unrecoverable errors occur.
CAUTION
Error Error description Error LED flash code
Memory R/W error After R/W checking, the printer does not
work correctly.
High voltage error The power supply voltage is extremely high.
Low voltage error The power supply voltage is extremely low.
CPU execution error The CPU is executing an incorrect address.
Internal circuit
Internal circuits are not connected correctly.
connection error
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NV Memory
The product's NV memory (Non-Volatile Memory) stores data even after the product power is
turned off. NV memory contains the following memory areas for the user:
•NV graphics memory
•Memory switches (customized value)
•R/E (Receipt Enhancement)
•Maintenance counter
As a guide, NV memory rewriting should be 10 times or less a day when you program
applications.
CAUTION
NV Graphics Memory
Graphics, such as shop logos to be printed on receipts, can be stored.
Use the TM-T88V Utility to register graphics.
To ch eck the registered graphics, select [Operation Check] - [Print Logo] in TM-T88V Utility.
For detailed information about the TM-T88V Utility, see the TM-T88V Utility User’s Manual.
For information about how to use the NV graphics memory print mode, see "NV Graphics
Print Mode" on page 111.
Memory Switches (Customized Value)
With the memory switches (customized value), which are software switches for the product, you can
set paper width, print density, f ont, power supply unit capacity, automatic paper cut, and paper
reduction. See "Setting the Memory Switches (Customized Value)" on page 53.
R/E (Receipt Enhancement)
Graphics, such as shop logos can be printed on top or bottom of receipts by setting R/E (Receipt
Enhancement). For detail, refer to the TM-T88V Utility User’s Manual.
Maintenance Counter
With this function, printer information, such as the number of line feeds, the number of auto-cuts,
and product operation time after the printer starts working, is automatically stored in NV memory.
You can read the information with the TM-T88V Utility or in a self-test to
or part replacement.
use it for periodical checks
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Chapter 2 Setup
Setup
This chapter describes the installation and setup procedure of the product and peripherals required
to use the product.
Yo u can utilize "Easy Setup", which enables settings to the TM-i to be made in a simple manner using
a USB memory that contains a file of EPSON TMNet WebC onfig setting values.
For detail, refer the “TM-i series Easy Setup Guide”.
Flow of Setup
The setting items are different depending on the system to be used. Check the items by referring to
"How to Control the Printer" on page 67.
•ePOS-Device SDK (iOS, Android, JavaScript), ePOS-Device XML (page 26)
•Server Direct Print (page 27)
•Using This Product as a Web Server (page 28)
This chapter consists of the follow
peripherals.
In this setup flow, necessary items are in a frame with a solid line. Optional items are
explained in an frame with a dotted line.
ing sections along with the setup flow of the product and
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ePOS-Device SDK (iOS, Android, JavaScript), ePOS-Device XML
10. Setting the Memory Switches (Customized Value) (page 53)
Settings for EPSON TMNet WebConfig
1. Installing the Product (page 29)
Settings for Printer
2. Setting the DIP Switches (page 30)
3. Changing the Paper Width (page 33)
4. Adjusting the Paper Roll Near-End Sensor (page 35)
5. Connecting the Peripherals (page 40)
6. Connecting the Product to the Network (page 37)
7. Connecting the AC Adapter (page 48)
8. Attaching the Connector Cover (page 50)
9. Attaching the Power Switch Cover (page 52)
11. Network Setting (page 56)
12. Setting for Connected Devices (page 61)
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Server Direct Print
Settings for EPSON TMNet WebConfig
1. Installing the Product (page 29)
Settings for Printer
2. Setting the DIP Switches (page 30)
3. Changing the Paper Width (page 33)
4. Adjusting the Paper Roll Near-End Sensor (page 35)
5. Connecting the Peripherals (page 40)
6. Connecting the Product to the Network (page 37)
7. Connecting the AC Adapter (page 48)
8. Attaching the Connector Cover (page 50)
9. Attaching the Power Switch Cover (page 52)
10. Setting the Memory Switches (Customized Value) (page 53)
11. Network Setting (page 56)
13. Setting for Connected Devices (page 61)
12. Setting for Server Direct Print (page 60)
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Using This Product as a Web Server
Settings for Printer
Settings for EPSON TMNet WebConfig
1. Installing the Product (page 29)
2. Setting the DIP Switches (page 30)
3. Changing the Paper Width (page 33)
4. Adjusting the Paper Roll Near-End Sensor (page 35)
5. Connecting the Peripherals (page 40)
7. Connecting the Product to the Network (page 37)
8. Connecting the AC Adapter (page 48)
9. Attaching the Connector Cover (page 50)
10. Attaching the Power Switch Cover (page 52)
11. Setting the Memory Switches (Customized Value) (page 53)
12. Network Setting (page 56)
14. Registering Web Contents (page 63)
13. Enabling PHP (page 60)
6. Installing the microSD Card (page 36)
Ava ilable when PHP is enabled.
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Installing the Product
Important Notes
•The product must be installed horizontally on a flat surface (not tilted).
•Do not place the product in dusty locations.
•Do not catch cables or place foreign matter under the product.
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Setting the DIP Switches
DIP switch bank 1
DIP switch bank 2
Follow the steps below to change the DIP switch settings.
Setting Procedure
Follow the steps below to change the DIP switch settings.
Before you remove the DIP switch cover, turn the product off.
Otherwise, a short-circuit may cause the product to malfunction.
CAUTION
DIP switch settings are enabled only when the power is turned on or the product is reset via
the interface. If the settings are changed after that, the functions will not change.
Make sure the power supply for the product is turned off.
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Unscrew the screw to remove the DIP switch cover from the base of the
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Set the DIP switches, using the tip of a tool, such as a small screwdriver.
3
Replace the DIP switch cover, and screw it in place.
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