Megatron PORTI-T380 Operator's Manual

MODEL

PORTI-T380

All specifications are subjected to change without notice

(Kiosk & Ticket Printer)

Megatron S.A.R.L - 451 route des Blaves - Z.I de Noyer

74200 ALLINGES - FRANCE

+33 (0)4.50.70.54.54

http://www.megatron.fr

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Introduction

150mm/sec high-speed printer. The 3inch thermal panel printer is most suitable for
ticketing applications, such as transportation, coupons, industrial machine, lottery,
ATM and kiosks.

The general features of PORTI-T380 printer are as follows:

u Very silent printing thru direct thermal printing method.

u High speed(150mm/sec, MAX)

u High resolution(203dpi : 8dots/mm)

u UART(RS-232C or TTL) Interface

u Supports text and graphic printing.

u Low power consumption.

u Easy paper handing

u Auto cutting.

u Easier maintenance with self-diagnostic.

u In field programming – Update Firmware, Download Fonts and Logos

u Microsoft Windows 98 / ME / 2000 / XP / VISTA / 7 compatible.

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Flow control : Software (XON/XOFF)

※ Hardware flow control not supported in printer.

u Agency Approvals

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Operating Precautions

Please follow the precautions below to enjoy and maintain the full performance of
the printer.

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Using the Printer

● Be careful not to drop or bump the printer on a hard surface.

● Do not install the printer in direct sunlight or such areas.

Suitable environment for the use of the printer is as follows:

◆ Operating temperature :-10°C to 50°C

◆ Relative humidity : 10% to 90% (No condensation)

● Do not install the printer near devices that generate strong

electromagnetic fields such as a copy machine.

● Do not open the platen cover during printing .

● Do not remove or reinstall the communication cable during printing

or transmission.

● Do not touch the connectors of the communication during printing.

● Switch the POWER OFF when not in use.

● Do not use alcohol or other solvent.

● The AC adapter, the battery charger and the battery pack may

become warm when in use. This is normal and is not a malfunction.

● When the battery pack is used at low temperature, the length of time

the printer can be used may be shortened.

u Thermal Paper Handling

● Store the thermal paper in a cool, dry and dark place.

● Do not rub the paper with hard object.

● Do not leave the paper with hard object.

● Do not allow plastic film, erasers, or adhesive tape to touch the paper

for long periods.

● Do not stack the thermal paper with diazo copies immediately

after copying or wet-type copies.

● Do not use chemical glue.

● Always use the clean thermal paper.

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CONTENTS

1. Outline ..............................................................................................................................................5

1.1. Model classifications .............................................................................................................5

1.2. Product Part Number System .................................................................................................5

1.3. Specifications . ........................................................................................................................6

2. Setting up the printer .....................................................................................................................7

2.1. Printer & Accessories ............................................................................................................7

2.2. Printer Features . .....................................................................................................................8

2.3. Dimensions . ........................................................................................................................... 9

2.4. Replacing the paper roll . ...................................................................................................... 10

2.5. Power Supply . ...................................................................................................................... 12

2.5.1. Power connector ....................................................................................................... 12

2.5.2. Specified Power supply ............................................................................................. 12

2.6. Sensor Connector(Option) ................................................................................................... 13

3. Interface .......................................................................................................................................... 14

3.1. UART(RS-232C or TTL) .................................................................................................... 14

4. Using the printer . .......................................................................................................................... 15

4.1. Control panel . ...................................................................................................................... 15

4.2. The self test . ......................................................................................................................... 15

5. Consumable Parts . ........................................................................................................................ 16

5.1. Recommended paper............................................................................................................ 16

5.2. Printing position . .................................................................................................................. 16

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PORTI-T380 ( ) ( )

Model name

Interface

None: UART

Power

None : DC 24V

Model name / Interface Spec.

Example) 1. Porti-S40 Serial/Bluetooth Part No. ⇒ S40/A1

2. Porti-SC30 Bluetooth Only Part No. ⇒ SC30/Z1

S40

SC30

W25

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Wired Wireless

A RS-232C 1 Bluetooth
B TTL 2 IrDA
C USB 0 None
D RS-485
E Parallel
Z None