Epson UB-P500 User's Manual

User’s Manual

Copyright © Seiko Epson Corporation 2012

Introduction

The UB-P500 is a dedicated interface board for Epson EU-T482 series.
This manual provides instructions, including a simple setup for operators to
use the interface board safely and correctly.

Important Safety Information

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.

CAUTION:

Cautions must be observed to avoid minor injury to yourself, damage to
your equipment, or loss of data.

Note:

Notes have important information and useful tips on the operation of your equipment.

Safety Precautions

CAUTION:

Do not install the UB-P500 into other printers than the Epson EU-T482
series.
The printers may not work properly.

Be sure to make the printer setting appropriately for each interface.
Disconnect the power supply from the printer before you remove the

interface board. The electrical current is flowing in some parts of the
printer circuit even when the power switch is turned off. The interface
board and printer may become damaged if you install the interface
board with the power supply connected to the printer.

Wear a grounded wrist strap when handling the interface board to
prevent damage from static electricity.

To avoid contamination, do not touch the board connector.

Printed in China

Unpacking

The following items are included. If any item is damaged, contact your dealer.

❏ UB-P500
❏ User’s Manual (this manual)

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Installing the UB-P500 in the Printer

Connector of the
EU-T482 series

Connector of
the UB-P500

1. Remove the two screws that securing the interface board; then pull the
board and remove it. You will use the screws when installing the UB­P500.

CAUTION:

Put the removed interface board into an anti-static bag for storage to
prevent damage from static electricity.

2. Hold the UB-P500 as shown in the illustration below. Push the UB-P500 in
gently until you feel the connector fits into place.

3. Secure the UB-P500 with the two screws.

4. Change the printer settings to match the printer to the new interface. See
the printer documentation for the settings.

Note:

Be sure to make the printer settings, or the printer may not work correctly.

Standards and Approvals

The following standards are applied only to the interface boards that are so labeled. (EMC is tested using the
EPSON power supplies and EU-T482 series.)

Europe: CE marking
North America: FCC/ICES-003 Class A
Oceania: AS/NZS CISPR22 Class A

This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference, in which
case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
The printers in which this board is installed becomes class A devices.

The connection of a non-shielded printer interface cable to this board 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.

WARNING

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