TVS electronic RP-3180 User Manual
RP-3180
MINI Thermal
Printer
USER'S MANUAL
MANUAL REVISION V8.1
TVS Electronics Limited
NOTICE
You must use the supplied adapter only. It is
dangerous to use other adapters.
Make sure the printer power is off before
plug or unplug the cable.
Please don t place the printer in
humidity or dusty space, excessive
humidity and dust may damage it.
Do not put foods or drinks on the
printer, in case that splash into
the printer.
Avoid external impact when
operating, do not fall the printer
down and avoid vigorously impact.
Do not plug or unplug with your hands
wet. You can be electrocuted.
Avoid magnetic objects near the printer.
Don t use tweezers, knife,
screwdriver or other hard objects
touch the heating piece; for the
heating piece will be hurt eternally.
The print head has a high temperature
after work. Please don t touch the
print head or touch the motor shell
in case scalded.
Do not put printer on unstable surface.
INTRODUCTION
The RP-3180 Thermal Printer is designed for use with electronic instruments
such as system ECR, POS, banking equipment, computer peripheral
equipment, etc.
The main features of the printer are as follows:
1. High speed printing: 180mm per second max.
2. Low noise thermal printing.
3. RS-232, Parallel, USB interface Selectable.
4. The data buffer allows the unit to receive print data even during printing.
5. Peripheral units drive circuit enables control of external devices such as
cash drawer.
6. Bar code printing is possible by using a bar code command.
7. Support auto Store Logo or Hello Logo printing.
8. Enable to change some functions by DIP Switch.
Please be sure to read the instruction in this manual carefully before
using your new RP-3180.
WARNING
Some semiconductor devices are easily damaged by static
electricity. You should turn the printer"OFF", before you connect or
remove the cables on the rear side, in order to guard the printer
against the static electricity. If the printer is damaged by the static
electricity,you should turn the printer"OFF".
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Setting up the Printer ...............................................
1-1. Unpacking ............................................................................
1-2. Installing the printer ...............................................................
1-3. Using the Printer ....................................................................
Chapter 2. Connecting the cables .............................................
2-1. Connecting the AC Cable .......................................................
2-2. Connecting the AC adapter to the printer ................................
2-3. Connecting Interface Cable and Drawer Cable to the printer .....
Chapter 3. Installing the roll paper ............................................
3-1. Installing or Replacing the Paper Roll ......................................
3-2. Removing Jammed Paper .......................................................
3-3. Cleaning the Print Head ..........................................................
Chapter 4. The self test ..............................................................
Chapter 5. Hexadecimal Dumping ..............................................
Chapter 6. DIP Switch Functions.................................................
Chapter 7. Interface ....................................................................
Chapter 8. Specification .............................................................
Chapter 9. PRINT CONTROL COMMAND ....................................
9-1 Command List ........................................................................
9-2 Descriptions of Each Item ........................................................
9-3 Control Commands .................................................................
Chapter 10. Printer Driver .........................................................
10-1 How to use Logo Download Tool ............................................
10-2 Setting Printer Properties .....................................................
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NOTE: The socket-outlet shall be near the equipment and it shall be
easy accessible.
All specifications are subjected to change without notice.
Chapter 1. Setting up the Printer
POWER
FEED
ON LINE
1-1. Unpacking
Your printer box should include these items. If any items are damaged or
missing, please contact your dealer for assistance.
1-3. Using the Printer
BUTTON
Press the FEED button once to advance paper one line. You can also hold
down the FEED button to feed paper continuously.
Panel lights
POWER
The POWER light(green) is on whenever the printer is on.
ON LINE
This light(green)is on when the printer is on line.
Roll paper
Or
Operator s M anual
RP-3180
Cable
AC Adapter
Power cord
1-2. Installing the printer
Avoid locations in direct sunlight or subject to excessive heat.
Avoid using or storing the printer in places subject to excessive moisture.
Do not use or store the printer in a dusty or dirty area. Avoid places subject
to intense vibration or shock.
Choose a stable and flat place for proper use of the printer.
Make sure that there is enough space around the printer so that it can be
used easily.
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Chapter 2. Connecting the cables
2-1. Connecting the AC Cable
2-3. Connecting Interface Cable and Drawer Cable to the printer
NOTE:To remove the DC cable connector, make sure that the power
supply s power cord is unplugged; then grasp the connector at the
arrow and pull it straight out.
2-2. Connecting the AC adapter to the printer
You can connect up the three cables to the printer. They all connect to the
connector panel on the back of the printer, which is shown below:
Power Connector Cable
NOTE:Before connecting any of the cables, make sure that both the
printer and the host are turned off.
Interface Connector CableDrawer kick-out Cable
Connect the Host Computer (POS/ECR) to the printer using an interface cable
that matches the specifications of the printer and the Host computer
(POS/ECR). Be sure to use a drawer that matches the printer s specification.
1). Turn off both the printer and the Host computer (POS/ECR).
2). Plug the interface cable connector into the printer s interface connector,
then tighten the screws on both sides of the connector. In case of the
parallel interface, squeeze the wire dips on the printer together until they
lock in place on both sides of the connector.
3). Plug the drawer cable into the drawer kick-out connector on the back of the
printer next to the interface connector. Do not connect a telephone line to
the drawer kick-out connector; otherwise the printer and the telephone line
may be damaged.
4). Turn on the Printer and Host computer (POS/ECR).
WARNING
When connecting or disconnecting the power supply from the
printer, make sure that the power supply is not plugged into an
electrical outlet. Otherwise you may damage the power supply or
the printer.
If the power supply`s rated voltage and your outlet`s voltage do not
match, contact your dealer for assistance. Do not plug in the power
cord. Otherwise, you may damage the power supply or the printer.
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Chapter 3. Installing the roll paper
3-1. Installing or Replacing the Paper Roll
1. Make sure that the printer is not receiving data; otherwise, data may be lost.
2. Open the paper roll cover by pressing the cover-open button.
3. Remove the used paper roll core if there is one.
4. Insert the paper roll as shown.
5. Be sure to note the correct direction that the paper comes off the roll.
6. Pull out a small amount of paper, as shown. Then close the cover.
A B
3-2. Removing Jammed Paper
1. Turn the printer off and press the cover open button.
2. Remove jammed paper, reinstall the roll, and close the cover.
3. If paper is caught in the cutter and you cannot open the printer cover, open
the cutter cover as shown in A.
4. Open the cutter cover.
5. Turn the knob (as shown in B). Until the cutter blade to the normal position.
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6. Close the cutter cover.
7. Open the printer cover and remove the jammed paper.
Incorrect Correct
C
NOTE:Be sure to use paper rolls that meet the specifications. Do
not use paper rolls that have the paper glued to the core because
the printer cannot detect the paper end correctly.
NOTE:Do not open the print cover while the printer is operating.
This may damage the printer.
NOTE:When closing the cover, press the center of printer cover
firmly to prevent paper miss-loading
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NOTE:Do not touch the print head because it can be very hot after
printing.
3-3. Cleaning the Print Head
Turn off the printer, open the paper roll cover, and clean the thermal elements
of the print head with a cotton swab moistened with an alcohol solvent
(ethanol, methanol, or IPA).
Recommends cleaning the thermal head periodically (generally every 3
months) to maintain receipt print quality.
NOTE:After printing, the print head can be very hot. Be careful not to
touch it and to let it cool before you clean it. Do not damage the print
head by touching it with your fingers or any hard object.
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