Telpar MTP-600 Series, MTP-620-S, MTP-620-P, MTP-630-S, MTP-630-P User Manual

MTP-600 Series Modular Thermal Printers

User Manual

TELPAR

A MOORE WALLACE COMPANY

1550 Lakeville Drive, Suite 500

Lewisville, TX 75057

Toll Free: 800-872-4886 (from the U.S.A. and Canada only)

972- 420-4700

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Website: www.telpar.com

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Part No. 090102-0010 (Rev. B - 6/03)

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Warranty

TELPAR — Printer Limited Warranty

For one (1) year after shipment of the printer product to Buyer, Telpar warrants the product against
defects in materials and workmanship provided the product has been operated and maintained in
accordance with manufacturer’s operating and maintenance specifications. This warranty specifically
excludes ribbons, paper and other consumable items.

THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED.
TELPAR MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY AND BUYER SPECIFICALLY WAIVES ANY OTHER
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES THAT EXTEND BEYOND THOSE
DESCRIBED HEREIN.

Telpar’s liability hereunder is limited to the repair or replacement of defective parts. This liability does
not extend to normal wear and tear. Telpar will, solely at its option, remedy all valid warranty claims
either by:

(a) Repairing or replacing the defective unit at Telpar’s factory; or
(b) Repairing or replacing the defective subassembly at Telpar’s factory.
If so directed by Telpar, Buyer shall return the defective unit or subassembly, transportation prepaid by

Buyer, to Telpar’s factory. After repair or replacement has been accomplished, Telpar will return the unit
or subassembly, transportation prepaid by Telpar, to Buyer.

As a precondition to any warranty service, prior to return of any units or subassemblies to Telpar by
Buyer, Buyer must contact Telpar’s Order Administration Services and receive authorization in the form
of a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number. Telpar reserves the right to refuse any goods it has
not previously authorized for return, or any goods shipped without transportation prepaid.

NO WARRANTY SHALL APPLY TO ANY DAMAGE RESULTING FROM OR CAUSED BY BUYER, IF
BUYER SHALL MAKE ANY CHANGES, MODIFICATIONS, ADDITIONS OR DELETIONS OF
HARDWARE, SOFTWARE OR FIRMWARE IN THE PRINTER PRODUCTS SOLD HEREUNDER
WITHOUT TELPAR’S ADVANCE WRITTEN CONSENT.

Warranty service may be obtained by returning the merchandise, freight prepaid, with a copy of your
invoice to:

TELPAR
4181 Centurion Way
Dallas, Texas 75244-2312

ATTN.: Warranty Service Department.
Telephone: [phone]or 972-233-6631
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Upon inspection, Telpar will make necessary repairs or replacement and return the merchandise,
shipping prepaid.

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Table of Contents

1 General..................................................................................................................... 1

1.1 Applications..................................................................................................................1

1.2 Standard Features .......................................................................................................1

1.3 Options for the MTP-600 Series..................................................................................2

1.4 Specifications...............................................................................................................2

1.5 Power Supply Requirements.......................................................................................2

1.5.1 Voltage: 24 VDC ±5%........................................................................................................2

1.5.2 No requirement for external 5 VDC power supply ............................................................... 3

1.5.3 3-Pin Hosiden Connector on Printer for Power Supply Connection .....................................3

1.5.4 4-Pin Molex Connector on Printer for Power Supply Connection......................................... 4

1.6 Telpar Roll Paper for MTP-600 Series ........................................................................4

2 Operator Instructions ............................................................................................. 5

2.1 Unpacking and Inspection...........................................................................................5

2.2 Paper Loading..............................................................................................................5

2.2.1 Side-Loading Roll ...............................................................................................................5

2.2.2 Drop In Roll........................................................................................................................5

2.2.3 Fan Fold Load....................................................................................................................5

2.3 Paper Jam ....................................................................................................................6

2.3.1 Head Up Lever...................................................................................................................6

3 Installation............................................................................................................... 8

3.1 Self Test Mode..............................................................................................................8

4 Interface Specifications........................................................................................ 10

4.1 General .......................................................................................................................10

4.1.1 Setting of DIP Switches....................................................................................................10

4.2 Control Codes and Control Sequences....................................................................11

4.2.1 General Usage Print Commands......................................................................................11

4.2.2 Status Commands............................................................................................................14

4.2.3 Bar Code Commands....................................................................................................... 15

4.2.4 Top of Form Commands................................................................................................... 15

4.2.5 Seldom Used Commands................................................................................................. 16

4.2.6 Commands Not Covered In This Manual..........................................................................17

4.2.7 Descriptions of Commands............................................................................................... 18

4.3 Serial (RS-232C) Interface.........................................................................................22

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4.3.1 Serial (RS-232C) Interface Specification .......................................................................... 22

4.3.2 Serial I/O Connector.........................................................................................................23

4.3.3 Flow Control.....................................................................................................................23

4.4 Centronics Parallel Interface.....................................................................................23

4.4.1 Parallel I/O Connector...................................................................................................... 23

5 Specifications........................................................................................................ 26

5.1 Features......................................................................................................................26

5.2 General Specifications..............................................................................................26

5.3 Error Detection Function...........................................................................................27

5.4 Default Character Set ................................................................................................30

5.5 Overseas Character Set ............................................................................................30

5.6 International Character Set .......................................................................................31

5.7 MTP-620 Dimensional Drawings...............................................................................32

5.8 MTP-630/MTP-640 Dimensional Drawings................................................................34

List of Figures

Figure 1 – 3-Pin Hosiden Power Supply Connector ................................................................................. 3

Figure 2 – 4-Pin Molex Power Supply Connector.....................................................................................4

Figure 3 Fan-fold Black Mark Specifications............................................................................................6

Figure 4 Side view of Fan Fold................................................................................................................ 6

Figure 5 - MTP-640 with Cutter Mechanism closed..................................................................................7

Figure 6 - MTP-640 with Cutter Mechanism open.................................................................................... 7

Figure 7 MTP-630 Self Test Printout ....................................................................................................... 9

Figure 8 - MTP-620 Self Test Printout .....................................................................................................9

Figure 9 - Serial I/O Connector.............................................................................................................. 23

Figure 10 - Parallel I/O Connector......................................................................................................... 24

Figure 11 MTP-620 Left Side View........................................................................................................ 32

Figure 12 MTP-620 Top View................................................................................................................ 32

Figure 13 MTP-620 Right Side View......................................................................................................33

Figure 14 - MTP-630/MTP-640 Dimensional Drawing with Mounting Holes (Top View).........................34

Figure 15 - MTP-630/MTP-640 Dimensional Drawing............................................................................ 34

Figure 16 - MTP-630/640 Isometric Drawing.......................................................................................... 35

List of Tables

Table 1 - Current (A) for Printer Head......................................................................................................3

Table 2 - Peak Current for Motor............................................................................................................. 3

Table 3 - DIP Switch 1 (DSW1) Settings ............................................................................................... 10

Table 4 - DIP Switch 2 (DSW2) Settings ............................................................................................... 11

Table 5 - General Usage Print Commands............................................................................................ 14

Table 6 - Status Commands.................................................................................................................. 14

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Table 7 - Bar Code Commands............................................................................................................. 15

Table 8 Top of Form Commands........................................................................................................... 15

Table 9 - Seldom Used Commands.......................................................................................................17

Table 10 - Bit Image Mode Settings.......................................................................................................18

Table 11 - Serial (RS-232C) Interface Specification ............................................................................. 22

Table 12 - Serial (RS-232C) Interface Pin Assignments......................................................................... 23

Table 13 - Parallel Interface Pin Assignments .......................................................................................24

Table 14 - Selected Parallel Interface Functions.................................................................................... 25

Table 15 - General Specifications.......................................................................................................... 27

Table 16 - Error Detection Functions.....................................................................................................29

Table 17 - Default Character Set...........................................................................................................30

Table 18 - Overseas Character Set ....................................................................................................... 30

Table 19 - International Character Set................................................................................................... 31

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1 General

The MTP-600 series of modular thermal printers is designed specifically for the high
performance, size and durability requirements of cut and drop applications. The compact size
and high performance characteristics, coupled with its rugged design also makes it ideal for the
kiosk environment.

Six models make up the MTP-600 Series:

• MTP-620-S - 60 mm (2.36 in) paper width, RS-232C serial interface.

• MTP-620-P - 60 mm (2.36 in) paper width, Centronics parallel interface

• MTP-630-S - 85 mm (3.35 in) paper width, RS-232C serial interface.

• MTP-630-P - 85 mm (3.35 in) paper width, Centronics parallel interface.

• MTP-640-S - 114 mm (4.49 in) paper width, RS-232C serial interface.

• MTP-640-P - 114 mm (4.49 in) paper width, Centronics parallel interface.

1.1 Applications

• Parking ticket dispensing

• Automated Teller Machines (ATMs)

• Gaming receipts

• Interactive media kiosks

1.2 Standard Features

• Direct thermal printing

• Paper widths:

• Model MTP-620: 60 mm (2.36 in)

• Model MTP-630: 85 mm (3.35 in)

• Model MTP-640:114. mm (4.49 in)

• All metal construction

• Adjustable paper low sensor

• Paper auto load function (if enabled by ESC c 1 3 command)

• ESC/POS

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The commands conform to ESC/POS, which is a standard in the

distribution industry.

• Printer mechanism is UL recognized (File No. E171434)

• Print speed of up to 80 mm/sec (3.1 in/sec); 640 dot lines/second)

• DIP switches accessible without removing cover.

• Paper capacity: 152 mm (6 in) diameter roll with 50 mm diameter core

• Overall size including 152 mm (6 inch) diameter roll of paper:

MTP 620: 163 mm x 115 mm x 231 mm(6.4"H X 4.5"W X 9.1"D)
MTP 630/640: 163 mm x 170 mm x 231 mm(6.4"H X 6.7"W X 9.1"D)

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ESC/POS is a registered trademark of SEIKO EPSON Corp.

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• Inverted print mode

• International character set: Control Boards, Centronics parallel or serial, have the

following: U.S.A., France, Germany, England, Denmark (2 choices), Sweden, Italy,
Spain (2 choices), Japan (2 choices), Norway, Latin America.

• Barcode embedded symbologies: UPC-A, JAN(EAN) 13, JAN(EAN)8, 3 of 9, ITF,
and CODABAR.

• Bit image mode

• Reverse video mode

• Continuous roll paper

• Black dot sensing

1.3 Options for the MTP-600 Series

• Paper width:

• 60 mm (2.36 in) – MTP-620

• 85 mm (3.35 inch) – MTP-630

• 114 mm (4.49 in) – MTP-640

• Interfaces: Serial or parallel versions.

• Microsoft®Windows®driver.

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1.4 Specifications

• Resolution: 8 dots/mm (203 dots/in).

• Paper thickness: 0.06 µm to 0.10 µm maximum (.0024 in to .0039 in).

• Operating temperature: 5oC to 40oC (41oF to 104oF).

• Storage temperature: -20oC to 60oC (-4oF to 140oF).

• Operating humidity: 20-85% RH (non condensing).

• Peak current for head drive is 2.9 A at 80 mm/second at 50% printing ratio

• Weight: Standard configuration without paper 2.0 kg (4.5 lbs.).

• Expected life of mechanism: 50 km @ 25% printing ratio.

• Expected life of cutter: 3 x 105cuts.

1.5 Power Supply Requirements

1.5.1 Voltage: 24 VDC ±5%

Current: See the following table. The current (A) for the typical models listed
below is shown.

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Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

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Current (A) for Printer Head

Printing Speed

High Speed

80mm/sec.

Medium Speed

50mm/sec

Low Speed

30mm/sec

Printing
Rate

Printer
Model

Avg. Peak Avg. Peak Avg. Peak

MTP-620 0.44 0.58 0.32 0.58 0.29 0.29
MTP-630 0.56 0.73 0.41 0.73 0.38 0.44

12.5%

MTP-640 0.83 1.07 0.60 1.70 0.55 0.58
MTP-620 0.87 1.16 0.63 1.16 0.58 0.58
MTP-630 1.11 1.45 0.81 1.45 0.75 0.87

25.0%

MTP-640 1.61 2.03 1.17 2.03 1.08 1.16
MTP-620 1.73 2.32 1.26 2.32 1.16. 1.16
MTP-630 2.23 2.91 1.62 2.91 1.50 1.74

50.0%

MTP-640 3.23 4.07 2.35 4.07 2.17 2.32
MTP-620 3.47 4.65 2.53 4.65 2.32 2.32
MTP-630 4.46 5.81 3.25 5.81 3.01 3.49

100.0%

MTP-640 4.35 4.65

= Mode should not be used.

Table 1 - Current (A) for Printer Head

Peak Current (A) for Motor

Printer Model Peak Current

MTP-620 (60mm) 1.0 A (<0.1 A typical)
MTP-630 (85mm) 1.0 A (<0.1 A typical)
MTP-640 (114 mm) 1.0 A (<0.1 A typical)

Table 2 - Peak Current for Motor

1.5.2 No requirement for external 5 VDC power supply

The 5 VDC for logic is supplied from the 24 VDC, by a regulator internal to the
printer.

1.5.3 3-Pin Hosiden Connector on Printer for Power Supply
Connection

Figure 1 – 3-Pin Hosiden Power Supply Connector

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1.5.4 4-Pin Molex Connector on Printer for Power Supply
Connection

Figure 2 – 4-Pin Molex Power Supply Connector

1.6 Telpar Roll Paper for MTP-600 Series

Thermal sensitive coating is on the “outside” of the roll.

• For MTP-620:152 mm (6 in) outside diameter, 60 mm (2.36 in) wide, length
180 m (590 ft) P/N 251102-0601

• For MTP-630:152 mm (6 in) outside diameter, 85 mm (3.35 in) wide, length
180 m (590 ft) P/N 251102-0602

• For MTP-640:152 mm (6 in) outside diameter, 114 mm (4.49 in) wide, length
180 m (590 ft) - P/N 251102-0604

Specific to Thermal Printers: TELPAR does not warranty damages to the thermal
print head as a result of printing with thermal paper not specified or approved by
TELPAR

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2 Operator Instructions

2.1 Unpacking and Inspection

Carefully unpack and inspect your MTP-600 for any damage that may have occurred in
transit. Should any damage have occurred, notify TELPAR, save the shipping carton and
packing materials, and file a damage claim with the carrier. Specify the nature and the
extent of the damage. Before installing or operating the printer, check the following:

• Printer mechanism and paper path are clear of all packing materials or
other foreign matter.

• Paper is installed. DO NOT OPERATE the printer without paper. Refer to
Section 2.2 - Paper Loading for paper loading instructions.

2.2 Paper Loading

2.2.1 Side-Loading Roll

The MTP-600 series printer may be configured as a side-loading printer. Slide
roll of paper over spindle with paper fed over the top toward paper slot (front of
unit).

To load paper, turn on the power and feed the straight edge of the paper into
the paper guide. Once paper has been initially loaded, the paper feed button
may be used. Ensure that the paper is installed correctly and feeding properly
with the thermal side facing up.

If AUTOLOAD has been enabled by the ESC C 1 3 command, inserting paper
will result in the automatic loading of paper once it is fed into the paper guide.
See ESC EM +n command for amount of paper to be automatically fed.

2.2.2 Drop In Roll

The MTP-600 series printer may also be configured as a drop in loader. Load
the roll of paper by placing the spindle inside the roll of paper and place spindle
in slots with paper fed over the top toward the paper slot (front of unit).

To load paper, turn on the power and feed the straight edge of the paper into
the paper guide. Once paper has been initially loaded, the paper feed button
may be used. Ensure that the paper is installed correctly and feeding properly
with the thermal side facing up.

If AUTOLOAD has been enabled by the ESC C 1 3 command, inserting paper
will result in the automatic loading of paper once it is fed into the paper guide.
See ESC EM +n command for amount of paper to be automatically fed.

2.2.3 Fan Fold Load

Alternately, the MTP-600 series printer may be configured as a printer for fan­fold forms. This requires the use of a pre-printed Top of Form (TOF) Mark or
Black Mark on the form

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To load paper, turn on the power and feed the straight edge of the paper into
the paper guide. Once paper has been initially loaded, the paper feed button
may be used. Ensure that the paper is installed correctly and feeding properly
with the thermal side facing up.

If AUTOLOAD has been enabled by the ESC C 1 1 command, inserting paper
will result in the automatic loading of paper to the next black mark once it is fed
into the paper guide. See ESC EM +n command for amount of paper to be
automatically fed.

If using fan fold paper, the perforation or fold should be fed at least 1.27 mm
(0.05 in) past the cut line to avoid a jam at the cutter. The black mark may
extend across the full width of the paper.

Figure 3 Fan-fold Black Mark
Specifications

Figure 4 Side view of Fan Fold

See 4.2.4Top of Form Commands for additional information.

2.3 Paper Jam

In the event of a paper jam condition do not force paper into the unit, or try to pry the
paper out of the unit, this may damage the thermal print mechanism. Caution should be
exercised when working next to the cutter mechanism, the blades are sharp and may
cause serious injury.

To release paper:

• Move Head Up lever to right of Advance wheel to top position.

• Lift cutter mechanism to “Open position (See Figure 6 - MTP-640 with Cutter

Mechanism open) Paper can be removed at this time. Once paper is cleared from the
mechanism, return the cutter assembly to its home position. Models MTP-620, MTP­630 and MTP-640 all operated similarly.

• Move Head Up lever to right of Advance wheel to the bottom position to return to
printing position.

2.3.1 Head Up Lever

The Head Up lever is located by the Paper Feed knob. The down position is
ready to print. The middle position reduces pressure between the printhead and
the print paten roller for easier manual feeding. The up position lifts the
printhead off of the platen roller for manually inserting paper or for clearing a

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paper jam. Both the middle and up positions signal the microprocessor that the
head is up so that no printing will occur.

Figure 5 - MTP-640 with Cutter Mechanism closed

Figure 6 - MTP-640 with Cutter Mechanism open

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3 Installation

3.1 Self Test Mode

The MTP-600 has a self-test mode that will print and cut a sample ticket.
To place the unit into self-test mode, first turn power switch off, then press and hold the

FEED push button switch and place the POWER switch in the ON position.. Release the
switch after printing starts. Self-test samples will be printed and cut continuously until
power is cut off Figure 7 MTP-630 Self Test Printout and (Figure 8 - MTP-620 Self Test.)
All electrical/mechanical portions of the printer are exercised and checked by this action,
except for the serial interface or parallel interface components.

The self-test printout is similar for both the serial and parallel interfaces. If the DIP
switches that select the printer mechanism are set correctly, the first character on the line
following the checker board pattern will be a “2”, “3” or “4” indicating a 2-inch, 3-inch or 4­inch printer mechanism is connected to the controller board.