Read this USER'S GUIDE carefully before using the printer.
Keep this USER'S GUIDE in a place where it can be accessed
quickly.
RP-F10 SERIES THERMAL PRINTER USER'S GUIDE
Rev.01 March 2019
The information contained herein is the property of SII and shall not be reproduced in whole or in part without prior written
approval of SII.
SII reserves the right to make changes in the specifications and materials contained herein without notice and shall not be
responsible for any damages (including consequential) caused by reliance on the materials presented, including but not
limited to typographical, arithmetic, and listing errors.
Copyright 2019 by Seiko Instruments Inc.
All ri ghts reserved.
is a trademark of Seiko Instruments Inc.
Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
The N mark is a trademark or registered trademark of NFC Forum,Inc. in the United States and in other countries.
All other trademarks are the properties of their respective companies.
Applied to only Bluetooth model:
contains FCC ID: SQK-MBH7BTZXXC2
contains IC: 337L-MBH7BTZXXC2
Applicable EC Directive and Standards
Product: Thermal Printer RP-F10 (Bluetooth Model) (with AC adapter PW-G2421-W1)
Directive: Title
2014/53/EU Radio Equipment Directive
2011/65/EU (Commission Delegated Directive (EU) 2015/863)
Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances (RoHS) Directive
Standards
EN 301 489-1
EN 301 489-17
EN 300 328
EN 62368-1
EN 50581
Product: Thermal Printer RP-F10 (with AC adapter PW-G2421-W1)
Directive: Title
2014/30/EU EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
2014/35/EU EC Low Voltage Directive (with AC adapter only)
2011/65/EU (Commission Delegated Directive (EU) 2015/863)
Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances (RoHS) Directive
Standards
EN 55032
EN 61000-3-2
EN 61000-3-3
EN 55024
EN 62368-1 (with AC adapter only)
EN 50581
Product: AC adapter PW-G2421-W1
Directive: Title
2014/30/EU EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
2014/35/EU EC Low Voltage Directive
2011/65/EU (Commission Delegated Directive (EU) 2015/863)
Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances (RoHS) Directive
Standards
EN 55032
EN 61000-3-2
EN 61000-3-3
EN 55024
EN 62368-1
EN 50581
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) compliance statement
NOTE: 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.
The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the device.
Industry Canada (IC) compliance statement
This device complies with Industry Canada's licence-exempt RSSs.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference; and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
1. INTRODUCTION
This manual describes how to handle RP-F10 series thermal printer (hereinafter referred to as printer),
AC adapter and AC cable.
Read through "2. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS" and "3. OPERATING PRECAUTIONS" carefully before
using the products, and handle them safely and properly.
Keep this manual in a place where it can be accessed quickly.
19. ACCESSORIES AND CONSUMABLE PARTS ........................................................... 46
20. MS SETTINGS LIST .................................................................................................... 47
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2. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
In this SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, the following symbols are used to ensure safe and proper use of
products and prevent from damaging devices.
WARNING
CAUTION
■ About symbols
The symbol indicates information which you should pay attention to (including danger
and warnings).
The symbol indicates information about prohibited procedures.
indicates "Disassembly is prohibited."
Failure to follow the instructions marked with this symbol could
result in severe personal injury or death.
Failure to follow the instructions marked with this symbol could
result in minor personal injury or property damage.
The symbol indicates information about obligated or instructed procedures.
indicates "Unplug the power plug from the outlet."
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OPERATING PRECAUTIONS
The "products" shall collectively mean the printer, the AC adapter and the AC cable.
WARNING
Never attempt the following. Failure to follow the instructions leads to fire, electric shock, or accident.
DO NOT insert any foreign objects such as a piece of metal or any liquid into the products.
DO NOT touch the terminals of the products, power connector, AC plug, and DC plug.
To avoid short circuits, prevent terminals of the products, power connector, AC plug, and DC plug
from touching any conductor such as metal.
Take care not to spill liquid on the products.
DO NOT touch the products with wet hands.
DO NOT disassemble or reconstruct the products.
Use the printer only with the specified AC adapter and specified AC cable.
DO NOT use the AC adapter at a voltage other than the specified voltage.
Keep the terminals of the products, power connector, AC plug, and DC plug away from dust and
metal objects.
Make sure the AC plug and DC plug are securely plugged in when using the products.
DO NOT damage the AC cable, AC plug, and DC plug. DO NOT bend, pull, twist the cable
forcibly or place heavy stuff on it.
Be sure to observe the following instructions. Failure to follow the instructions may lead fire, electric shock,
or accident.
Be sure to use only in countries where the products meet the regulations.
Using non-compliant products may endanger the safety of products or be considered against
regulations.
Be sure to hold the plug when unplugging the AC cable from the outlet.
For wireless communication
Observe the following instructions.
Always turn off the printer in areas or regions where its use is prohibited, such as in an airplane.
The printer may affect medical or other electronic devices. Obtain information and data
concerning influence due to radio interference from each device manufacturer or dealer.
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Procedures to take when in trouble
The case is broken.
Locations subject to strong vibration, or unstable locations.
Follow the instructions in the following cases. Failure to follow the instructions may lead fire, electric shock,
or accident.
Turn off the printer, and unplug the AC plug from the outlet in any of the following cases:
Abnormal status continues.
◆
◆ The products are giving off an unusual smell, smoke, excessive heat or unusual noise.
◆ A piece of metal, water or other foreign objects get into the products.
◆
When the cable of the AC adapter or AC cable is damaged, unplug the AC plug from the outlet.
DO NOT use a damaged AC adapter or AC cable.
CAUTION
Observe the following instructions. Failure to follow the instructions may lead fire, electric shock, or
accident.
Turn off the printer and unplug the AC plug from the outlet when not in use for a long time or
before maintenance.
DO NOT use or store the products in the following locations:
◆
Locations exposed to direct sunlight or high temperature.
◆ Locations exposed to high humidity, a lot of dust, and liquid.
◆
DO NOT cover the products with a cloth when in use.
NEVER touch the thermal head immediately after printing because it may get hot. Be sure to allow
it to cool down before clearing a paper jam or cleaning the head.
The autocutter printer has an exposed cutter blade in the paper outlet. Do not insert fingers into
printer.
Avoid touching the exposed blade while the paper cover of the printer is open.
Keep loose objects such as long hair away from the printer while the printer operates. When they
fall into the printer, it may cause personal injury or damage the printer.
Keep the products away from infants and children.
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3. OPERATING PRECAUTIONS
Be careful of the following precautions and use the products properly in order to deliver and maintain the
full performance of the products.
■ Using Products
Precautions for use environment
◆ Be careful not to drop or bump the products on a hard surface.
◆ DO NOT install the products in direct sunlight.
◆ Be careful about the ambient temperature and humidity.
Suitable environment for the use of the printer is as follows:
• Range of the temperature : 5°C to 45°C (41°F to 113°F)
• Range of the humidity : 10%RH to 90%RH (Non condensing)
See "18. SPECIFICATIONS" for the guranteed humidity range at each temperature.
◆DO NOT install the products near devices that generate strong magnetism such as a copy machine
motor.
◆ DO NOT install the products in a location that is subject to corrosive gas, siloxane and so on.
◆ DO NOT connect the AC adapter or AC cable to the same outlet with devices that generate noise.
Precautions on use and operation
◆ DO NOT print without the thermal paper.
◆ DO NOT use thermal papers taped together.
◆ NEVER forcibly pull out the thermal paper by hand with the thermal paper loaded.
◆ DO NOT open the paper cover during printing or cutting.
◆ DO NOT connect or disconnect the interface cable during printing or communication.
DO NOT touch the plug of the interface cable during printing.
◆When handling the printer, be aware of static electricity. When the static electricity is discharged,
this could cause a USB communication failure.
When this problem occurs, disconnect the USB plug that is connected to the host device and wait a
few seconds before connecting it again.
◆ DO NOT use the thermal head when it is wet. Doing so may damage the printer.
◆ Printing under low temperature environment or printing at a high print ratio might cause unclear
printing or generate loud sound. This is not a failure in the printer but an inherent paper
phenomenon.
◆When printing at a high print ratio for longer length, even non-printing area may be colored due to
accumulation of heat in the thermal head.
Verify the performance with your actual device in advance.
◆Paper feeding may be confused a few dot-lines when printing is started or when printing and paper
feeding are resumed from a pause state. When printing bit images and so on, always feed the
thermal paper for at least 24 steps at the start of printing, and print without interrupting.
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◆Continuous printing and paper feeding should be performed within the following time limit since the
paper feed motor heats up causing malfunction.
• Ambient temperature 35°C (95°F) : 4.4 minutes or less
• Ambient temperature 45°C (113°F): 3.5 minutes or less
◆ The AC adapter may get a little hot when in use. This is normal and not a malfunction.
◆ Always use the specified thermal paper. See "19. ACCESSORIES AND CONSUMABLE PARTS"
for details.
◆DO NOT touch the thermal head directly. Doing so may result in poor printing quality due to the dirt
or damage by the static electricity.
◆NEVER touch the thermal head, paper sensor, or platen roller directly while opening the paper
cover to install the thermal paper. Doing so may cause injury or other accidents.
◆Be careful not to get your fingers or hands caught in the printer when opening or closing the paper
cover.
◆The autocutter printer has an exposed cutter blade in the paper outlet. Do not insert fingers into
printer.
Avoid touching the exposed blade while the paper cover of the printer is open.
◆In order to ensure the function and the safety of the product, be sure to observe the installation
direction.
◆The RJ connector should be used as the drawer kick connector.
DO NOT connect it to a phone line.
◆ NEVER connect the USB cable or Ethernet cable to the RJ connector.
◆ DO NOT drop or insert any foreign objects such as clips, pins, and screws in the internal parts or
slot of the products.
◆ DO NOT drop any liquid or spray a solvent to the products.
◆ NEVER use sharp object such as pen tip to push the switch on the operation panel.
◆ Make sure not to injure your body or other objects by the plate edge.
◆ As the plated sheet steel is used in the printer, the edge face might rust.
◆ When moving the printer from the installation site, hold the printer tightly with both hands, then lift it
upward slowly to leave the rubber feet from the installation surface. Lifting it rapidly or moving it
horizontally may peel the entire rubber feet, peel their surfaces, or damage the outer case.
◆When something goes wrong with the printer during use, stop using it immediately, and unplug the
AC plug from the outlet.
◆NEVER disassemble the printer without a serviceman.
Precautions for Wireless communication
◆When using the Bluetooth interface, the communication may become unstable due to the influence
from external radio waves. This is based on Bluetooth specification which is a wireless
communication standard.
◆The Bluetooth model operates in the 2.4 GHz frequency range. So if it is used around Wireless LAN
(using IEEE802.11b/g/n) or any equipment using the same frequency range such as a microwave
oven, radio frequency interference may occur, and the communication may become unstable.
When it happens, turn off the interfering equipment or increase the distance. Alternatively, shorten
the distance between the host device and the printer as much as possible.
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Precautions for maintenance
◆ Clean the products' cases using a soft and lint-free cloth. DO NOT use alcohol or other solvent.
◆ Before using, clean the terminals using a dry, soft, and lint-free cloth when they are dirty. If the
terminals are dirty, it may cause contact failure.
◆When cleaning the thermal head, always wipe it with a cotton swab or other soft material.
Precautions for storing
◆Turn off the printer when not in use.
In addition, when the printer is not used for a long time, unplug the AC cable from the outlet.
Moreover, set thermal paper to protect the platen.
■ Thermal Paper Handling
◆ Store the thermal paper in a cool, dry, and dark place.
◆ DO NOT rub the thermal paper with hard objects.
◆ DO NOT leave the thermal paper near organic solvents.
◆ DO NOT allow PVC film, erasers, or adhesive tape to touch the thermal paper for long periods.
◆ DO NOT stack the thermal paper with diazo copies immediately after copying.
◆ DO NOT use chemical glue.
◆ DO NOT use labeling paper, 2-ply thermal paper, and perforated thermal paper.
■ Precautions on Discarding
When discarding used products, discard them according to the disposal regulations and rules of each
district.
■ Notation
The following 2 types of notation are used throughout this manual to denote operating precautions and
items to remember besides the symbols shown in "2. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS":
NOTE
Operating Precautions
◆
This box contains items that may lead to a malfunction or deterioration of performance when not
followed.
HINT
Items to Remember
•
This box contains helpful hints to remember when using the products.
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4. PREPARATION
Make sure that the printer and its accessories are contained.
Keep the package and packing materials for future transportation or long-term storage.
Safety Precautions Partition Plate L
Printer
Quick Start Guide Partition Plate R
Sample Thermal Paper
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The available accessories are shown below.
See "18. SPECIFICATIONS" and "19. ACCESSORIES AND CONSUMABLE PARTS", and be sure to
purchase our specified products listed on these references.
AC Cable (Above figure shows CB-JP07-20A) AC Adapter
USB Cable Powered USB Cable Wall Mounting Kit
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5. IDENTIFYING MODEL TYPE
The printer model is identified as follows:
RP-F10-x27J1-x
Model
F: RP-F10 series
Case color
W: White
K: Black
Model code
27J1: Standard model
Interface
2: USB + USB host
3: Ethernet + USB host
4: Bluetooth + USB host
◆When the printer is incorporated into your equipment and then supplied electric power from the
equipment, follow the rated value of input voltage for RP-F10 described in the printer specifications
of "18. SPECIFICATIONS".
◆When using a power supply other than the specified AC adapter, use a power supply at your own
risk under the safety standard and EMC regulations.
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6. EACH PART OF PRINTER
USB + USB host model
Ethernet + USB host model
Bluetooth + USB host model
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1
3
45
6
7
8
910
11
16
18
RP-F10 series
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15
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1 POWER Switch
The POWER Switch turns the power on or off.
The LED lights when turning on the power. To
turn off the power, hold down the switch for longer
than 3 second.
2 FEED Switch
The FEED Switch operates paper feed. When
holding down the switch for a few seconds, the
printer feeds the thermal paper continuously for
the period of held.
3 LED
The LED lights when turning on the power. See
"LED Indication" on the next page for details.
10 Platen
The platen brings the thermal paper into contact
with the thermal head. The platen rotates to feed
the paper.
11 Cutter
The cutter cuts the thermal paper automatically
after printing. DO NOT touch the exposed blade
while the paper cover is open.
12 Power connector
The AC adapter is connected here.
13 Interface connector
The interface cable is connected here.
4 Paper outlet
Thermal paper is ejected from here. The cutter is
attached.
5 Release lever
The lever is for opening the paper cover to set the
thermal paper. It is also used to open the paper
cover when a paper jam occurs.
6 Paper cover
The platen is released from the thermal paper
when opening this cover. Open this cover when
replacing the thermal paper or cleaning the
thermal head.
7 Paper holder
The paper holder holds the thermal paper.
8 Thermal head
The thermal head prints data on the thermal
paper. NEVER touch the thermal head with
hands immediately after printing because it may
get hot.
14 Drawer kick connector
The connector is for connecting the drawer or the
external buzzer.
DO NOT connect a phone line, USB cable or
Ethernet cable to the connector.
15 Wire clip
The communication cable can be fixed to prevent
it from being unplugged.
16 N mark (Only for RP-F10-x27J1-4)
This mark indicates the position of the NFC tag.
By bringing an NFC-enabled terminal to this mark
closer, it is easy to connect the terminal and the
printer.
17 Address label
This label indicates the Bluetooth address or the
MAC address for each product.
18 Product label
This label indicates the product model name,
rated value and serial number.
9 Paper sensor
The sensor detects thermal paper presence.
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■ LED Indication
0.8s
0.2s
0.1s
0.1s
0.7s
0.1s
0.1s
Printer Status LED (Color)*1
(Lighting Pattern)
LED
Power off - Off
Power on (print-ready) Blue*2 On*2
Printing Green On
Waiting for test print Green Blink-2
Output buffer full Green Blink-1
Out-of-paper error Lime yellowBlink-1
Cover open error Lime yellowOn
Hardware error Red On
Head temperature error Purple On
Voltage error Purple Blink-1
Cutter error Purple Blink-2
Pairing mode Blue Blink-2
Rewriting firmware White On
*1: The color tone may vary depending on the individual differenc e of the products and the viewing angle.
*2: The value at the shipping
■ LED Blink Pattern
Status Pattern
Blink-1
Blink-2
Blink-3
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■ Error and Recovery Procedure
When an error occurs, the printer stops printing operation. However, the data receiving is enabled. The
table below shows errors and their recovery procedures.
Error Detail Recovery Procedure
Return-waiting
Output buffer full
The printer becomes this
state after releasing
out-of-paper error, cover
open error, cutter error or
voltage error.
Output buffer of the printer
is full.
The return-waiting state is released
after about 1 second, and the printer
becomes print-ready state.
Read response data from the host
device.
Priority*
-
1
Out-of-paper error There is no thermal paper.
Open the paper cover, load thermal
paper, and then close the paper cover.
2
Cover open error The paper cover is open. Close the paper cover. 3
Open the paper cover to remove the
error cause and close the paper cover,
the printer automatically recovers.
If the paper cover is not open or the
printer does not automatically recover,
4
Cutter error
Cut failure due to paper
jam at cutting.
see "Cutter Error Treatment" in the
USER'S GUIDE.
Voltage error
The power voltage is out of
the allowable range.
Head temperature rises to
Head temperature error
about 85°C (185°F) or
higher.
An abnormality occurs in
Hardware error
the thermal head or the
circuit board.
*: This indicates the priority when multiple errors occur simultaneously. The bigger number indicates higher priority.
For example, when "Cover open error" and "Out-of-paper error" occur simultaneously, the LED shows "Cover open error" wh ich
has the higher priority.
The printer automatically recovers
when the voltage is returned to the
allowable range.
The printer automatically recovers
when head temperature becomes
about 80°C (176°F) or lower.
Recovery is not possible.
Request for repair.
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7. POWER CONNECTION
To supply power to the printer, use the AC adapter.
Be sure to see "18. SPECIFICATIONS" for the AC adapter.
The AC adapter and the AC cable are optional accessories. See "18. SPECIFICATIONS" and
"19. ACCESSORIES AND CONSUMABLE PARTS", and be sure to purchase our specified products
listed on these references.
■ Connecting the AC Adapter
Connect the AC cable to the AC adapter. (1)
Plug the DC plug of the AC adapter to the power connector of the printer. (2)
Pull
How to unlock the DC plug
Plug the AC plug of the AC cable to an outlet. (3)
NOTE
Plug the DC plug into the power connector of the printer in the correct orientation.
◆
When plug the DC plug forcibly in wrong orientation, it may cause damage.
Unplug the AC plug of the AC cable from the outlet when inserting or pulling out the
◆
DC plug.
The printer power connector has the locking system.
◆
Pull the DC plug to the opposite direction of the arrow shown in the front side of the
DC plug to unlock.
Unlock the DC plug as shown in the figure before disconnecting it.
When the printer is not used for a long time, unplug the AC plug of the AC cable from
◆
the outlet.
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8. LOADING THERMAL PAPER
The printer uses the thermal paper roll (hereinafter referred to as thermal paper).
Use the thermal paper with printing surface rolled outwards.
The function settings of the printer differ depending on the thermal paper. See "11. FUNCTION
SETTINGS" for details.
■ How to Load Thermal Paper
Operate the release lever in the direction of the arrow shown in Figure 8-1 and Figure 8-2 to open (1)
the paper cover.
Top eject Front eject
Figure 8-1 Release Lever (Top Eject) Figure 8-2 Release Lever (Front Eject)
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Take the glued end from the thermal paper. (2)
Load the thermal paper into the paper holder. At the time, load the thermal paper direction as (3)
shown in Figure 8-3 and Figure 8-4.
Top eject Front eject
Printing
surface
Figure 8-3 Thermal Paper Setting Direction
(Top Eject)
NOTE
DO NOT touch the cutter blade directly.
◆
Printing surface
Figure 8-4 Thermal Paper Setting Direction
(Front Eject)
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Pull the thermal paper straight. Make sure that the thermal paper does not slant. (4)
Top eject Front eject
【Correct】 【Correct】
【Incorrect】 【Incorrect】
Figure 8-5 Thermal Paper Setting State
(Top Eject)
Figure 8-6 Thermal Paper Setting State
(Front Eject)
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Push firmly the part indicated by the arrow in Figure 8-7 and Figure 8-8 to close the paper cover to (5)
avoid one side lock defect.
After closing the paper cover, paper feed and paper cutting are performed automatically.
Top eject Front eject
Figure 8-7 Paper Cover (Top Eject) Figure 8-8 Paper Cover (Front Eject)
NOTE
Pull the thermal paper straight.
◆
Push the paper cover firmly to close and avoid one side lock defect.
◆
Be sure to operate the release lever to the end. If not, the paper cover may not open.
◆
DO NOT cover the paper outlet or hold down the thermal paper ejected. Doing so may
◆
cause a paper jam.
DO NOT touch the gear of the platen and/or the gear of the printer. Doing so may
◆
cause loss of printing quality or damage.
HINT
Leaving the printer with the thermal paper for a long time may cause a paper feeding
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problem because the surface of the thermal paper sticks to the thermal head due to the
environmental changes. In that case, open the paper cover to separate the thermal paper
from the thermal head, and then close the paper cover before use.
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■ Thermal Paper Shape
Always use the specified thermal paper. See "19. ACCESSORIES AND CONSUMABLE PARTS" for
details.
NOTE
DO NOT use the thermal paper whose end is glued, taped or folded.
◆
Use the thermal paper whose core inside diameter is 12 mm or more and whose
◆
outside diameter is 18 mm or more.
CORRECT INCORRECT CORRECT
NOTE
DO NOT use deformed thermal paper. Doing so may cause the printer damaged.
◆
NOTE
In the case of using loosened thermal paper roll, rewind the roll before using it.
◆
CORRECT INCORRECT
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9. PREVENTION AND TREATMENT OF PAPER JAM
DO NOT touch the thermal paper while the paper is being ejected or before it is cut. Covering the paper
outlet or pulling out the thermal paper when ejecting may cause a paper jam, cut failure, or line feed
failure. NEVER open the paper cover during paper cutting.
DO NOT touch the thermal paper during operating.
■ Removing Paper Jam
When a paper jam occurs, remove the thermal paper according to the following procedure.
Turn off the printer. (1)
Operate the release lever to open the paper cover, and remove the paper jam. (2)
NOTE
Do not damage the printer when removing the thermal paper.
◆
Especially, do not touch the thermal head because it is easy to break.
Load the thermal paper straight and then close the paper cover gently. (3)
Turn on the printer. (4)
When the printer is recovered normally, the LED turns blue. (5)
NOTE
DO NOT touch the thermal head immediately after printing because it may get hot.
◆
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■ Cutter Error Treatment
When the cutter is locked during paper cutting due to a cutter error and the paper cover does not open,
recover the printer according to the following procedure.
Turn off the printer. (1)
NOTE
Be sure to turn off the printer before handling a cutter error.
◆
By operating the release lever repeatedly to the end while holding the paper cover, the cutter blade (2)
returns to the home position. And then, the paper cover can be open. When a paper jam occurs,
remove it.
Set the thermal paper straight and then close the paper cover gently. (3)
Turn on the printer. (4)
When the printer is recovered normally, the LED turns blue. (5)
NOTE
DO NOT use such as ballpoint pens, drivers, and cutter knives to remove a paper jam.
◆
Be careful not to damage the printer.
Especially, do not touch the thermal head because it is easy to break.
Be careful not to cut your fingers or be injured by the cutter blade.
◆
DO NOT apply excessive force on the cutter blade.
◆
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10. TEST PRINT
The printer can perform a test print.
In the test print, such as the firmware version and setting values of function settings are printed.
Install the thermal paper in the printer as instructed in "8. LOADING THERMAL PAPER". (1)
Ensure that no error occurs, and then turn off the printer.
Hold the FEED Switch down and press the POWER Switch, then release the POWER Switch first. (2)
Release the FEED Switch when the test print has been started.
The printer cuts the paper and returns to the print-ready status when the test print has completed. (3)
Figure 10-1 Test Print Sample
(USB + USB Host Model)
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Figure 10-2 Test Print Sample
(Ethernet + USB Host Model)
Table 10-1
Ethernet Information
Item Description
MAC Address MAC Address
IP Address IP Address
Subnet Mask Subnet Mask
GateWay Address Gateway Address
DHCP Client Selected DHCP Client Mode
Physical Layer Selected Communication Speed
and Communication Mode
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Figure 10-3 Test Print Sample
(Bluetooth + USB Host Model)
Table 10-2
Bluetooth Information
Item Description
Auto Connection Selected iOS Auto Connection
Security Mode Selected Security Mode
Inquiry Response Selected Inquiry Response
AssocModel Selected Associetion Model
Printer Name Bluetooth Device Name
Address Bluetooth Address
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11. FUNCTION SETTINGS
This printer can set various functions according to use conditions and intended use.
The setting contents are stored in the Memory Switch (hereinafter referred to as MS) in the FLASH
memory mounted in the printer, and it is possible to set MS by using the switches or command input.
This section describes the setting procedure by using the switches.
See "20. MS SETTINGS LIST" for the MS setting list.
■ Procedure for Setting Functions Using Switches
To set the functions using the switches, set the printer in the Setting Mode.
To enter the Setting Mode, follow the procedure below.
Load the thermal paper in the printer as instructed in "8. LOADING THERMAL PAPER". (1)
Ensure that no error occurs, and then turn off the printer.
See "6. EACH PART OF PRINTER" for the error status.
Hold the FEED Switch down and press the POWER Switch, then release the POWER Switch first. (2)
Keep pressing the FEED Switch until the test print is completed.
A message of mode selection is printed as shown in Figure 11 -1 when the test print has completed. (3)
To enter the Setting Mode, press the FEED Switch.
[Enter Setting Mode]
Enter Setting Mode: Feed SW
Exit: Power SW
Figure 11-1 Mode Selection Message
A message for selecting MS to be set is printed as shown in Figure 11-2 when the printer enters the (4)
Setting Mode.
Press the FEED Switch the number of times corresponding to the selected MS number, and then
press the POWER Switch.
[MS Slection]
0 : Exit
1 : MS1
2 : MS2
3 : MS3
4 : MS4
5 : MS5
6 : MS6
7 : MS7
8 : MS13
9 : MS17
10: MS18
11: I/F Setting
12: International Character
13: Character Code Table
14: Default Setting
Press the FEED switch an equal
number of times to the selected number.
After that, press the POWER SW.
・For “11: I/F Setting”, the items to be set are different for each model.
・When pressing the FEED Switch once, "1 : MS1" is selected.
・When pressing the POWER Switch without pressing the FEED Switch, "0 : Exit" is selected.
Figure 11-2 MS Selection Message
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A message for selecting the function assigned to the selected MS is printed as a sample shown in (5)
Figure 11-3.
Press the FEED Switch the number of times corresponding to the selected function number, and
then press the POWER Switch.
[Function selection of MS1]
0 : Return to MS selection
1 : Standby LED
2 : Auto Activation by AC
3 : Power SW
Press the FEED switch an equal
number of times to the selected number.
After that, press the POWER SW.
・When pressing the FEED Switch once, "1 : Standby LED" is selected.
・When pressing the POW ER Switch without pressing the FEED Switch, "0 : Return to MS Selection" is
sel ected.
Figure 11-3 Function Selection Message
(Example: Selected MS1)
A message for selecting the setting value of the selected function is printed as a sample shown in (6)
Figure 11-4.
Press the FEED Switch the number of times corresponding to the selected setting value number,
and then press the POWER Switch.
[Standby LED]
0 : Return to function selection
1 : Aqua
2 : Green
3 : Off
4 : Blue
Press the FEED switch an equal
number of times to the selected number.
After that, press the POWER SW.
・When pressing the FEED Switch once, "2 : Green" is selected.
Figure 11-4 Setting Value Selection Message
(Example: Selected Standby LED)
A message for confirming the selected setting value is printed as a sample shown in Figure 11-5. (7)
[Standby LED]
Set Green
Save setting : Feed SW
Discard setting : Power SW
Figure 11-5 Setting Value Confirmation Message
(Example: Selected Green)
Press the FEED Switch to save the setting value to the memory. Figure 11-2 is printed.
Press the POWER Switch to discard the selected item. A message of the function selection is
printed as a sample shown in Figure 11 -3. If select "0 : Return to MS Selection" there, function
selection is not performed, and Figure 11-2 is printed.
To continue to set functions, return to (4).
To exit the Setting Mode, select "0 : Exit" in Figure 11 -2. (8)
The test print and Figure 11-1 printing start again. Verify that the functions are properly set.
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12. CONNECTING TO HOST DEVICE
The printer supports the USB interface, the Ethernet interface and the Bluetooth interface.
The available interface varies depending on the model, order the model of interface method to use from
the following.
USB + USB host model (RP-F10-x27J1-2) : USB interface
Ethernet + USB host model (RP-F10-x27J1-3) : Ethernet interface
Bluetooth + USB host model (RP-F10-x27J1-4) : Bluetooth interface
Each interface cables are required separately for communication with the USB interface or Ethernet
interface. See "18. SPECIFICATIONS" for details of interface specifications.
The communication speed may be decreased depending on processing by software or print contents.
■ USB Interface / Ethernet Interface
Ensure that the printer is off. (1)
Connect the interface cable to use to the interface connector on the back side of the printer. (When (2)
connecting a USB cable, lock the USB cable with the wire clip as shown in Figure 12-3.)
Turn on the printer, and send data from the host device to the printer. (3)
Verify that the data is printed correctly. (4)
Figure 12-1 Printer and USB Cable Connection
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Figure 12-2 Locking of Printer and USB Cable
Figure 12-3 Printer and Ethernet Cable Connection
NOTE
When connecting each interface cable to the interface connector, push the plug to the
◆
end.
NEVER connect a USB cable or Ethernet cable to the drawer kick connector.
◆
NEVER connect plugs of other interface cables including drawer kick cable or phone
◆
line to the interface connector.
When connecting an outdoor aerial-wired LAN cable, be sure to use it through another
◆
anti-serge device. Otherwise, the device may be damaged by induced lightning.
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■ Bluetooth Interface
Turn on the printer and pair it with the host device. (1)
In addition, by using the NFC (Near Field Communication Technology) tag built in the printer,
automatic pairing between an NFC-enabled Android terminal and a printer is possible.
NOTE
Application for inter-device communication needs to be added to the Android terminal
◆
separately.
In the factory shipment state, the printer enters pairing mode for about 60 seconds by pushing the (2)
POWER Switch for 7 seconds or more with the printer off state. During the pairing mode, the LED
blinks twice per second. During this time, pair the printer with the host device.
Pairing is conducted by SSP (Simple Secure Pairing), however, PIN code is used when the host
device does not support SSP.
The PIN code is "0000" at the shipping.
Conduct Bluetooth connection with the host device. (3)
Check the communication status on the host device. (4)
Send data from the host device, and verify that the data is printed correctly. (5)
WARNING
The printer may affect medical or other electronic devices. Obtain information and
◆
data concerning influence due to radio interference from the respective manufacturers
or dealers.
When using the printer in medical institutions, follow their guidelines.
◆
DO NOT use the printer in areas or zones where its use is prohibited.
◆
HINT
The distance of communication is approximately 10 m. However, the distance may differ
•
depending on the radio interference and environment.
For Android terminal, pairing is possible using NFC or QR Code.
•
In that case, our utility software is required.
Download utility software from Google Play, and install in a host device.
Refer to the following for the pairing procedure when using our utility software.
When using NFC:
•
Set the Bluetooth function and NFC function of host device to on, and start our utility
software.
Tap the “Printer selection” column of software and slide to “NFC SEARCH”.
Turn on the printer, and bring the NFC antenna of host device closer to the position of N
mark on the printer.
Pairing is started.
When using QR Code:
•
Set the Bluetooth function of host device to on, and start our utility software.
Tap the “Printer selection” column of software and slide to “QRCODE SEARCH”
Perform the test print. For the method of test print, see "10. TEST PRINT".
Read the QR Code printed on the test print with the camera of host device.
Pairing is started.
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13. CONNECTING TO PERIPHERAL DEVICE
This printer can be used by connecting the drawer and our specified accessories to the specified
connector.
■ Drawer Connection
Ensure that the printer is off. (1)
Plug the drawer kick cable to the drawer kick connector on the back side of the printer. (2)
Turn on the printer. (3)
Figure 13-1 Printer and Drawer Kick Cable Connection
NOTE
When connecting or disconnecting the drawer kick cable, hold the plug. Never pull the
◆
cable.
NEVER connect the drawer kick cable to other interface connector including USB
◆
interface or Ethernet interface.
NEVER connect plugs including other interface cables or phone line to the drawer kick
◆
connector.
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■ External Buzzer Connection
Ensure that the printer is off. (1)
Plug one plug of the modular cable to the connector of external buzzer. (2)
Figure 13-2 External Buzzer and Modular Cable Connection
Plug the other side plug of the modular cable to the drawer kick connector on the back side of the (3)
printer.
Peel off the one release paper of the double-sided tape, and paste it on the bottom of the external (4)
buzzer.
Figure 13-3 Pasting Double-sided Tape to External Buzzer
Peel off the other release paper of the double-sided tape pasted on the buzzer, and paste the (5)
external buzzer to the installing position of the printer.
Turn on the printer. (6)
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Figure 13-4 External Buzzer Installing Position Example (Top Eject)
Figure 13-5 External Buzzer Installing Position Example (Front Eject)
NOTE
Before pasting the double-sided tape, wipe with like a dirt-free cloth so that there is no
◆
dirt or foreign matter on the pasting position.
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■ USB Host Interface Connection
Ensure that the printer is off. (1)
Connect the plug of USB host interface cable to the USB host connector on the back side of the (2)
printer.
Turn on the printer. (3)
Figure 13-6 Printer and USB Cable (USB Host) Connection
NOTE
DO NOT connect except our specified peripheral device to the USB host connector.
◆
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14. SETTINGS WHEN USING 58mm PAPER WIDTH
Ensure that the printer is off. (1)
Operate the release lever to open the paper cover. (2)
Put the attached partition plate L and partition plate R into the paper holder with slanting position as (3)
shown in Figure 14-1.
Partition plate L Partition plate R
Tension roller
Figure 14-1 Partition Plate Installation (1)
Rotate the partition plate L and partition plate R within the paper holder in the direction of the arrow (4)
shown in Figure 14-2 to make the side surface of the paper holder and the partition plate in parallel.
Figure 14-2 Partition Plate Installation (2)
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Put the hook which is located on the upper side of the partition plate L and partition plate R on the (5)
hole of paper holder as shown in Figure 14-3.
Figure 14-3 Partition Plate Installation (3)
Push the partition plate L and partition plate R to the direction of the arrow shown in Figure 14-4 (6)
with placing them along the side surface of the paper holder, and then put the projection which is
located at the bottom of the partition plate in the hole of the paper holder.
Figure 14-4 Partition Plate Installation (4)
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Turn the printer over, and make sure that the projection of the partition plate L and partition plate R (7)
are fit properly into the hole of the paper holder (the arrow shown in Figure 14-5).
Figure 14-5 Partition Plate Installation Check
Refer to “18. SPECIFICATIONS” and “20. MS SETTINGS LIST”, and set MS4-4 (Paper Width (8)
Selection) to 58 mm.
NOTE
Set the paper width before using the printer for the first time. DO NOT change the
◆
paper width after starting to use the printer. Doing so may damage the printer.
DO NOT push or pull the tension roller strongly.
◆
When the 58 mm width thermal paper is used, rubber crumbs of the platen may be
◆
generated because the platen contacts with the thermal head. Remove rubber crumbs
regularly to maintain printing quality.
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15. INSTALLATION OF ACCESSORIES
■ Wall Mounting Kit (WLK-B01-1)
Preparation (1)
Make sure that the product and its accessories are contained.
Printer Bracket Wall Hanging Bracket
Printer Attachment Screw 4 Pieces
(Tapping Screw 3×6)
Figure 15-1 Wall Mounting Kit (WLK-B01-1)
Wall Hanging Bracket
Attachment Screw 6 pieces
(Wood Screw 3.8×18)
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Installation of Printer Bracket (2)
Firmly attach printer bracket with 4 printer attachment screws as shown in Figure 15-2.
The tightening torque should be 39.2 cN•m (4 kgf•cm).
Figure 15-2 Installation of Printer Bracket
NOTE
Before installing, ensure that the printer is off.
◆
Remove all cables from the printer.
◆
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Installation of Wall Hanging Bracket (3)
Fix the wall hanging bracket to the mounting surface, and then fix it firmly with 6 wall hanging
bracket attachment screws. WLK-B01-1 is designed to be installed on a wall.
After installation, make sure that the wall hanging bracket is fixed on the wall securely without rattle.
NOTE
The accompanying wall hanging bracket attachment screws are for installing to wood
◆
materials. DO NOT use them for other materials.
Installation of the Printer (4)
Slide the printer into the wall hanging bracket from the top to the bottom to insert the printer bracket
into the wall hanging bracket, as shown in Figure 15-3.
NOTE
Check the place and the material/structure of the wall, and then install the printer
◆
securely. Injury or destruction of property might occur by dropping off.
Figure 15-3 Installation of Printer
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16. PRINTER MAINTENANCE
The thermal head of the printer does not require user maintenance.
When paper powder accumulates, cleaning the thermal head can maintain the print quality for an
extended period of time.
■ Cleaning Thermal Head / Platen / Rubber Feet
Tur n off the printer. (1)
Unplug the AC plug of the AC cable from the outlet. (2)
Open the paper cover. (3)
Clean the thermal head, the platen with and/or the rubber feet with a cotton swab moistened with a (4)
small amount of ethyl alcohol.
Wait until any ethyl alcohol remaining on the thermal head and the platen dries out completely, and (5)
then close the paper cover.
Figure 16-1 Cleaning Thermal Head / Platen / Rubber feet
NOTE
Clean the thermal head after it cools down.
◆
Be sure to wipe the thermal head with a cotton swab or other soft material.
◆
DO NOT touch the gear of the platen. Doing so may cause loss of printing quality or a
◆
failure.
The rubber feet have the special adsorption structure. They lose adsorption force as
◆
dust or dirt adheres. However, it can be recovered by cleaning.
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17. TROUBLESHOOTING
Check the following points before requesting for repair:
■ The power does not turn on
• Is the specified AC adapter being used?
• Are the AC cable and the AC adapter connected correctly?
• Are the AC adapter and the printer connected correctly?
■ The printer does not print or connect
• Is the interface cable connected correctly?
• Do the specifications of the interface cable conform to its specifications of this manual?
• Does the used interface conform to the printer?
• Is the Bluetooth status normal?
• Is the communication condition between the printer and the host device correct?
• Is the specified thermal paper being used? Is the paper orientation (surface/back) correct?
■ An error is shown
• See “LED Indication” described in “6. EACH PART OF PRINTER”.
• Are the function settings of the printer correct?
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18. SPECIFICATIONS
■ Printer Specifications
Item Specification
Model RP-F10
Printing method Thermal printing
Number of characters per line*1 Paper width 80 mm: 24 dots × 12 dots 48 digits (42 digits*2)
16 dots×8 dots 72 digits (64 digits*2)
Paper width 58 mm: 24 dots × 12 dots 36 digits (30 digits
16 dots ×
Character size 1-byte: H 24 dots × W 12 dots, H 16 dots × W
(H × W) 2-byte: H 24 dots × W 24 dots, H 16 dots × W 16 dots
Number of effective dots Paper width 80 mm: 576 dots (512 dots
Paper width 58 mm: 432 dots (360 dots*2)
Dot density 8 dots/mm
Paper width / Printing width 80 mm / 72 mm (80 mm / 64 mm*2)
58 mm / 54 mm (58 mm / 45 mm*2)
Printing speed max. 250 mm/s
Paper cutting method Slide cutting method
Printing cutting type Full cut, Partial cut (tab left at the center)
Operating temperature 5°C to 45°C (41°F to 113°F)
Relative humidity*3 10%RH to 90%RH
Dimensions (W × D × H) 127 mm × 127 mm × 127 mm*4
Mass Approx. 840 g (excluding the thermal paper)
Input voltage DC24.0 V ±10%
Current consumption*5 Waiting : Approx. 20 mA avg.
Printing (print ratio 25%) : Approx. 4.7 A max.
Prinring (print ratio 100%) : Approx. 9.0 A max.
*1: This is the numeric al value when character spacing is 0 dots.
*2: When selecting 512/360 dots by MS4-5 (Number of Ef fective Dots Selection) .
*3: The guaranteed humidity at each temperature is within the range shown in Figure 18-1.
*4: Excluding projections
*5: Condition: Dynamic division 288 dots printing
8 dots 54 digits (45 digits
8 dots
*2
)
*2
)
*2
)
[% RH]
90
34°C, 90%RH
80
70
40°C, 65%RH
60
50
Humidity
45°C, 50%RH
40
30
20
10
10 20 30 40 50
0
[°C]
Temperature
Figure 18-1 Operating Temperature and Humidity Range
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■ AC Adapter Specifications (Specified Accessories)
Item Specification
Model PW-G2421-W1
Input voltage AC100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Rated output DC24.0 V, 2.1 A
Dimensions (W × D × H) 120 mm × 52.5 mm × 32.5 mm*
Mass Approx. 260 g
*: Excluding the cable.
■ Interface Specifications
USB interface specifications
Item Specification
Version Ver. 2.0
Printer data transmission mode Bulk transfer (12 Mbps)
Ethernet interface specifications
Item Specification
Communication standard 10Base-T, 100Base-TX
Bluetooth interface specifications
Item Specification
Version Ver. 3.0
Transmission power class Class 2
Profile SPP, iAP2
NFC tag specifications
Item Specification
Communication standard ISO14443 typeA
Frequency 13.56 MHz
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■ Sale Destinations
Sale destinations for the printer and specified accessories are listed below.
RP-F10
Country/Region*1
(Bluetooth
model)
(Other models)
AC Adapter AC Cable
: Sale Destinations
Japan
EU (except UK),
EFTA
Turkey -
UK
USA
Canada
Brazil - *2
*1: Ask your SII sales representative when you want to operate the products in countries/regions other than those listed above.
*2: Use the AC cable of 2.0 meters long that complies with safety standards in Brazil.
PW-G2421-W1
CB-JP07-20A
CB-JP08-20A
CB-CE04-20A
CB-CE05-20A
CB-UK03-20A
CB-UK04-20A
CB-US05-20A
CB-US06-20A
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19. ACCESSORIES AND CONSUMABLE PARTS
■ Specified Accessories
Name Model
AC adapter PW-G2421-W1
*
AC cable
CB-JP08-20A
CB-US05-20A
CB-US06-20A
CB-CE04-20A
CB-CE05-20A
CB-UK03-20A
CB-UK04-20A
External buzzer BZR-A01-1
Wall mounting kit WLK-B01-1
USB cable IFC-U02-2
Powered USB cable IFC-V01-1
*: The shape of an outlet differs by country. Confirm it before using.
CB-JP07-20A
■ Specified roll paper
Model Specifications
TP-E23C-1 Paper width 58 mm
TP-B10CH Paper width 80 mm
■ Specified Thermal Paper*
Model Manufacturer
PD160R-N Oji Paper
TP50KR-2Y Nippon Paper
TF60KS-E Nippon Paper
P220VBB-1 Mitsubishi Paper Mills.
KT48FA Papierfabrik August Koehler
Alpha400-2.1 Appvion
*: We do not handle.
When using different roll paper or thermal paper from the one specified, the printing quality or specified
life of the thermal head would not be guaranteed.
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20. MS SETTINGS LIST
: Default value
General Setting 1
MS Function
1-1 to 3 Reserved - Fixed
00B:Aqua
1-4 to 5
1-6 Reserved - Fixed
1-7
1-8
Standby LED Selection
(Standby LED)
Auto Activation by AC Selection
(Auto Activation by AC)
POWER Switch Function Selection
(Power SW)
01B:Green
10B:Off
11B:Blue
0 1
Disable Enable
Disable Enable
Value
General Setting 2 (External Buzzer Setting When Error Occurs)
MS Function
2-1 to 2
Buzzer Count Selection
(Buzzer Count)
0 1
00B:None
01B:Once
10B:Thrice
11B:Continue
Value
00B:Pattern1
2-3 to 4
2-5
2-6 to 8 Reserved - Fixed
Buzzer Pattern Selection
(Buzzer Pattern)
Buzzer Volume Selection
(Buzzer Volume)
01B:Pattern2
10B:Pattern3
11B:Pattern4
Low Loud
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General Setting 3 (External Buzzer Setting When Cut Process Completes)
180° Reverse Function Selection
(Reverse Function)
Realtime Command Selection
(Realtime Command)
Reserved
Value
0 1
00000000B: Standard
00000001B: TP50KR-2Y
00000010B: PD160R
00000011B: TF60KS-E
00000100B: P220VBB-1
00000101B: Alpha400-2.1
00000110B: KT48FA
Other than those above: Prohibition
Value
0 1
Shift-JIS Code JIS Code
Enable Disable
Disable Enable
- Fixed
50
International Character Setting
MS Function
15
International Character Setting
(International Character)
Character Code Table Setting
MS Function
Value
0 1
00000000B: USA
00000001B: France
00000010B: Germany
00000011B: UK
00000100B: Denmark I
00000101B: Sweden
00000110B: Italy
00000111B: Spain
00001000B: Japan
00001001B: Norway
00001010B: Denmark II
00001011B: Spain II
00001100B: Latin America
00010001B: Arabia
Other than those above: Prohibition
Value
0 1
16
Character Code Table Setting
(Character Code Table)
General Setting 18 (External Buzzer Setting With Commands)
Value
MS Function
0 1
00B: None
18-1 to 2
Buzzer Count Selection
(Buzzer Count)
01B: Once
10B: Thrice
11B: Five Times
00B: Pattern1
18-3 to 4
Buzzer Pattern Selection
(Buzzer Pattern)
01B: Pattern2
10B: Pattern3
11B: Pattern4
18-5
Buzzer Volume Selection
(Buzzer Volume)
Low Loud
18-6 to 8 Reserved - Fixed
Bluetooth Setting
Value
MS Function
0 1
39-1
39-2
39-3
39-4
iOS Auto Connection Selection
(Auto Connection)
Security Mode Selection
(Security Mode)
Inquiry Response Selection
(Inquiry Response)
Association Model Selection
(AssocModel)
Enable Disable
PIN code (PIN) SSP
Always Pairing Mode
Numeric Comparison
Just Works
39-5 to 8 Reserved - Fixed
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Seiko Instruments Inc.
1-8, Nakase, Mihama-ku, Chiba-shi,
Chiba 261-8507, Japan
Print System Division
Telephone:+81-43-211-1106
Facsimile:+81-43-211-8037
Seiko Instruments USA Inc.
Thermal Printer Div.
21221 S. Western Avenue, Suite 250, Torrance, CA 90501, USA
Telephone:+1-310-517-7778 Facsimile:+1-310-517-7779
Seiko Instruments (H.K.) Ltd.
4-5/F, Wyler Center 2,200 Tai Lin Pai Road, Kwai Chung, N.T., Kowloon, Hong Kong
Telephone:+852-2494-5160 Facsimile:+852-2424-0901
(Specifications are subject to change without notice.)
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