Instruction Manual
PRP-188
Thermal Receipt Printer
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Contents
A. IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTIFICATION ................ 1
B. PRODUCT OVERVIEW ......................................... 3
Main Features ............................................................. 3
Packing ....................................................................... 4
Specification ............................................................... 5
Part Description .......................................................... 7
DIP Switch Configuration ........................................ 14
C. INSTALLING YOUR PRINTER ........................... 16
Connecting Your Printer .......................................... 16
Vertical Printing Installation .................................... 17
Install/Replace the Paper Roll ................................. 18
Installing the Driver of Your Printer ........................ 20
a. For USB Interface: .............................................. 24
b. For Serial Interface .............................................. 27
c. For LPT Interface: ............................................... 31
d. For Ethernet (TCP/IP) Interface: ......................... 34
e. For UTP Interface ................................................ 42
f. Examine the Printer ............................................. 46
D. APPENDIX ........................................................... 47
1. Self Test ................................................................ 47
2. Cutter Maintenance ............................................... 48
3. Interface PIN Assignment ..................................... 50
4. Code Page Setup .................................................. 53
A. Important Safety Notification
Read the instruction manual carefully before use.
Save the manual in the near location for further
reference.
Use only parts or accessories, especially power adapter,
recommended by the manufacturer; unapproved parts
may be hazardous and cause injures to the product or
human.
WARNING:
IF ANY FUNCTIONAL PROBLEMS OR DEFECTS
OCCUR WHICH ARE ATTRIBUTABLE TO
IMPROPER USE OF THE PRODUCT SHALL
VOID THE WARRANTY.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
Do not attempt to repair or dissemble the product on
your own. Opening or removing cover can expose you
to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Before plugging the power cord into the AC inlet of the
power supply unit, make sure that the voltage applied to
the power outlet is within the specified range
(100V ~240V). Improper power source voltage range
will cause damage to the power supply unit.
Power off the product and remove the power adapter
while cleaning the system.
Before powering on the product, make sure all the
connectors, cables are firmly installed.
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Important Safety Notification
Do not expose the product to rain or moisture, such as a
bathtub, a washbowl, a kitchen sink, a laundry tub, and
a swimming pool.
Do not expose the machine under direct sunlight, and
keep it away from any heat source.
Do not place the product on an unstable location, stand
or table. If the machine falls, it may injure a person or
cause serious damage to the appliance.
Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord.
Do not locate the product where people may walk on the
cord.
Do not make the power outlet and extension cords
overload. Overload can result in fire or electric shock.
If any of the following situations occurs, unplug the
product from the power outlet immediately and consult
with a qualified service person:
1. The power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
2. Liquid is spilled into the system.
3. The product is dropped and damaged.
Use a soft cloth to clean the product when it is dirty. In
case the dirt is hard to remove, use a mild detergent and
wipe the product gently.
Turn OFF and unplug the product before cleaning.
When the product is not in use, clean and stores it with
care.
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B. Product Overview
Main Features
Splash and dust proof design
Paper Auto-Cutter
Vertical printing
Multi I/O Interfaces:
(Serial +Ethernet +USB or Parallel +USB)
Cash drawer connection port (RJ-11)
Compatible with ESC/POS print commands set
Various Drivers available
User friendly, drop-and-print paper installation, simple
paper jam elimination
Optional audible indicator version good for noisy
environment operation
Multiple Language fonts selectable
DHCP Clint Mode support
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Printer Unit
Power Adaptor
*Power Cord
**Printer Cable
Paper Roll
Quick
Installation
Guide
Packing
* Power Cord is selectable depending on the types of electrical plug.
** Printer cable is selectable depending on the interface required
(RS-232, USB, RJ-45 or Parallel).
Please refer to the nearest local representatives for further
information.
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General
Print Method
Thermal line printing
Print Speed
250mm/sec
Print Life
100 Km
Print
Font
(ASCII Mode)
ANK Font.
Font A: 12 x 24 dots,
Font B: 9 x 17 dots
Graphic Font)
Chinese Character: 24 x 24 dots
Print Resolution
576 dots/line or 512 dots/line
Print Font Character
Support *
International Font, Big 5 Chinese,
GB Chinese, Japanese,
Korean selectable
Character Per Line
48 (Font A) / 42(Font B)
Effective Print Width
72mm
Paper Width
79.5mm± 0.5mm
Paper Roll Diameter
≦83mm
Paper Thickness
0.06~0.08mm
Driver
Win 9X/Win ME/Win 2000/
Win 2003/Win NT/Win XP/
Win Vista/Win 7, Win 8
compatible with EPSON and
SAMSUNG
Print Command
ESC/POS print commands set
Buffer
Receipt
128K bytes
User-Defined
128K bytes
NV Flash
256K bytes
Specification
* All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Interface
I/O Interface
Multi I/O Interface
(Serial +Ethernet +USB or
Parallel type selectable)
Cash Drawer
DC 24V/1A, 6-Wire RJ-11
Notification
Indicator
Audio and LED Indicators
Auto Cutter
Partial
Paper End Notice
Yes
Over-Heat
Halt-on Protection
Yes
Others
Power Input
24VDC/2.5A
(External Adapter:
100~240VAC 50/60Hz)
Color
Black
Compliance
FCC / CE / WEEE / RoHS
Weight
1600g (without cable )
Dimension (mm)
202(L) x 140(W) x 149(H)
Operating Temperature
0°C~45°C
Operating Humidity
10% ~ 80% RH, non-condensing
Storage Temperature
-10°C~ 60°C
Storage Humidity
10% ~ 90% RH non-condensing
* All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Top View
Bottom View
Front View
Side View
Rear View (Serial/USB)
Rear View (Parallel)
Part Description
Product Views
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Dimensions
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Power
Switch
Cover Release Button
Paper Feed Button
Control buttons & Indicators
Paper Feed:
This function is to advance the paper.
Press the key and the paper advances by a single line.
Press and hold the key for over 3 seconds and the paper
advances by multiple lines.
Cover Release Button:
Push the button to the right to open the printer cover.
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Indicator
Status
Description
Power
Power Off
Power On
Error
Printer Error (Out of paper, Printer
head over heat, or paper cutter error)
Paper
Out of paper
* The Error Indicator is lit as well
Power Indicator
Error Indicator
Paper Indicator
Indicator Status
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I/O Port Bracket
Multi-I/O Ports
I/O Port Bracket
Side Cable
Pass-Through
Opening
I/O Ports & Cables
When plug the cables to the printer, pull the I/O Port Bracket
beforehand so as to secure connectors easily.
Open the side cable pass-through opening if necessary.
Rear View
Side View
Note:
Remember to re-install the I/O Port Bracket to the printer as
the connectors are properly secured.
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*Printer Cable
Cash
Drawer
Power
Adaptor
USB RS-232 RJ-45 RJ-11 PWR
Multi-I/O Ports
RS-232/USB Type
* Printer cable is selectable depending on the interface required
Please use the supplied printer cable or purchase it separately
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Parallel Port RJ-11 PWR
Printer Cable
Cash
Drawer
Power
Adaptor
Parallel Type
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DIP
Function
ON
OFF 1 Paper Cutter
No
Yes* 2 Audio Alarm
Yes *
No
3
Print Density
Dark
Light *
4
Two-byte Character Code
No
Yes* 5 Character Per Line
42
48 *
6
Cutter with Cash Drawer
Yes
No *
7 & 8
Baud Rate Setting
---
OFF*
Protective
Cover
Configuration DIP Switches
DIP Switch Configuration
To change the setting of the printer manually:
1. Turn off the printer.
2. Loosen the securing screw to
remove the protective cover of
the DIP Switches.
3. Adjust the switches to
configure the printer.
DIP Switch Setting
The “*” mark indicates the default value of each setting.
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19200
(*Default)
9600
115200 38400
Baud Rate Setting (DIP 7, DIP 8)
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Printer
Cable
Host PC
Printer
Power
Adaptor
Power Cord
C. Installing your Printer
Connecting Your Printer
Please check the printer and the supplied accessories
before Installation. It’s recommended to read the entire
instruction manual prior to the installation.
1. Place the printer on the designate location.
2. Detach the I/O Port Bracket.
Plug the connector of Power Adaptor to the printer.
3. Use the supplied Printer Cable (RS-232, Serial, USB
or RJ-45) and connect to the Host PC.
4. Plug the Power Cord to the Power Adaptor and then
plug to the power outlet.
5. If there is a Cash Drawer to be connected, connect the
RJ-11 cable to the printer.
6. Re-install the I/O Port Bracket.
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Mounting Holes
Side Cable
Pass-Through Opening
Mounting Screws
Vertical Printing Installation
You can install the printer onto a flat surface vertically and
perform printing tasks. It is convenient when the space is
important concerns:
1. Secure two mounting screws onto the location
(e.g. wall).
2. Connect the cables to the printer.
3. Place the printer on the location with the mounting holes
fitted on the screws.
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Paper Roll
Cover Release Button
Install/Replace the Paper Roll
1. Pull the Cover Release Button to open the Cover.
2. Roll out and install the Paper Roll into the Printer.
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3. Replace the Cover and tear out the paper.
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Installing the Driver of Your Printer
Before installing the driver of your printer, make sure the
printer is properly connected to the host PC.
1. Access the website www.fametech.com.tw and
download the driver.
2. Double click the icon “SetupPRP.EXE” to initiate the
installation.
Note:
For Windows 7 / Vista and the later version,
Please Right-Click the icon and use
“Run as administrator” option while installing the
Driver.
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3. Click “Install” to continue.
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4. Select “Install this driver software anyway”.
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5. Select the Printer Port.
Enter printer name and select the port type for
installation.
(USB, Serial, TCP/IP, LPT or UTP).
6. You can click the checkbox to set the printer as default
printer.
Click “OK” to continue.
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a. For USB Interface:
Select the USB port
The Virtual COM driver is installed during the process.
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Searching USB Device:
If the printer is already attached and the message box below
is displayed,
please Power OFF and Power ON the printer to continue
installation.
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Installation completed
The driver is successfully installed.
Click “Finish” to exit the menu.
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b. For Serial Interface
Select and configure the serial port for driver installation.
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Select the COM port preferred and click “OK” to continue.
To configure the selected COM port, select the COM port
and click “Configure Port” to continue (see next page).
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Configure the Serial Port:
Select the proper settings
(baud rates. Data bits, parity…etc.
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Installation completed
The driver is successfully installed.
Click “Finish” to exit the menu.
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c. For LPT Interface:
Select the LPT port
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Select the LPT port preferred and click “OK” to continue.
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Installation completed
The driver is successfully installed.
Click “Finish” to exit the menu.
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d. For Ethernet (TCP/IP) Interface:
Select and assign a TCP/IP port for your printer.
Click “OK” to continue.
Note:
Printing on the TCP/IP Port is only possible if both IP
Address (Printer and Computer) belongs to the same
class.
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Select IP Address
Move the cursor to the Available Port (IP address).
Click “OK” to continue.
Note:
User can configure the selected IP port or create a new IP
address manually.
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To Configure The TCP/IP Port:
Configure port (If required) by clicking “Configure Port”
button and apply settings.
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To Create a New TCP/IP Port:
If TCP/IP port doesn’t exist in the list, click “Create Port”
button for further installation.
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Add New TCP/IP Port:
IP Addresses of all the Printers that are attached over the
network are shown in “Add New TCP/IP Port” dialog.
IP Address:
The present IP address setting of the printer. Select a correct
IP address for the printer.
Printer Self Test Page:
User can click “Printer Self Test Page” button to print out the
test page.
Set Parameters:
Click “Printer New IP Settings” button to configure the
Printer parameters settings (see next page).
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Printer New IP Settings:
:
User can enter the New IP address, Subnet Mask, and
Gateway Address manually.
Click “Set Parameters” button to confirm the new parameters
of Printer.
Note: Reboot the Printer
The printer will reboot automatically and return to the
previous menu after the new parameters are confirmed.
Cancel:
User can click “Return” button to cancel the new IP settings
and return to the previous menu.
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Printer Status:
Click “Printer Status” to examine the printer.
Check the status list and resolving the red-mark items.
Click “Cancel” to return
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Installation completed
The driver is successfully installed.
Click “Finish” to exit the menu.
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e. For UTP Interface
WARNING:
This instruction is ONLY for customized model with UTP
(USB to Parallel) interface.
DO NOT install the driver to any models not support the UTP
interface. It may cause the printer not functioning
Before Installation:
Please consult the local supplier and purchase the
customized models support UTP (USB to Parallel) interface.
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Select the UTP Port
Select the UTP port and Click “OK” to continue.
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Select the LPT port preferred and click “OK” to continue.
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Installation completed
The driver is successfully installed.
Click “Finish” to exit the menu.
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f. Examine the Printer
Now user can access to the “Devices and Printers” and
examine the new printer.
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Press and hold
the Paper Feed
Button
Turn On the
Power Switch
Paper Feed Button
Power Switch
D. Appendix
1. Self Test
This function allows user to perform self-test and
print out the settings of the printer unit:
1. Turn off the printer.
2. Press and hold the Paper Feed Button.
3. Turn on the Power Switch of the printer.
4. Release the Paper Feed Button.
The Indicators would blink and then
the printer starts printing out the self test data.
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2. Cutter Maintenance
In general, the printer will initial and reset the cutter when
turn on the power. To reset the cutter back to the initial
position:
1. Turn off the printer.
2. Turn on the printer and the printer will initial and reset
the cutter.
User can manually reset the cutter back to initial position
(as images illustrated):
1. Push the Cover Release Button to open the Cover.
Examine and remove the paper dust from the printer
by using a soft brush.
2. Push the Front Cover and remove it from the printer.
3. There is an Adjustment Gear in the cutter.
Turn the Adjustment Gear to move the cutter back to
the position.
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Adjustment Gear
Front Cover
Note:
Do not remove the protective cover with force or it may
damage the cutter or printer head.
Warning:
Beware of the Cutting Edge of the cutter module during
maintenance in order to avoid injury to the person near the
printer.
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Pin
Signal
Description
1
N.C.
---
2
TXD
XON/XOF Handshake
(Control codes transmission).
3
RXD
Data transmission (the printer
receives data from the HOST)
4
N.C.
--- 5 GND
Ground
6
DTR
Printer Status
7
N.C.
---
8
RTS.
Printer Status
9
N.C.
---
6 5 9
1
3. Interface PIN Assignment
RS-232 Pin Assignment
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Pin
Signal
Signal
Source
Description
1
/STB
HOST
The HOST (computer)
presents the data on the
data lines and pulses STB.
2
DATA0
HOST
Indicates Data Bit 0 ~ Data
Bit 7 (8 bits)
3
DATA1
4
DATA2
5
DATA3
6
DATA4
7
DATA5
8
DATA6
9
DATA7
10
nAck
Printer
Acknowledge Signal
(Indicates that the printer
has received the data
successfully and ready to
receive the next data).
11
BUSY
Printer
Printer is busy and cannot
receive data from the
HOST.
12
PE
Printer
Printer Paper is out.
13
Select
Printer
High electric potential.
14, 15
N.C.
---
---
16, 17
GND
---
Ground
18
Logic-H
Printer
High electric potential.
19 ~ 30
GND
---
Ground
31
N.C.
---
---
32
nFault
Printer
Printer Error Signal
33
GND
---
Ground
34 ~ 36
N.C.
---
---
Parallel Pin Assignment
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Pin
Signal
Signal
Direction
Description
1
Ground
---
Frame Ground
2
Cash Drawer
Kick Out Signal
1
Output
---
3
Cash Drawer
Status
Input
Open/Close
4
+VDC 24v
---
---
5
Cash Drawer
Kick Out Signal
2
Output
--6
GND
---
Signal Ground
RJ-11 Pin Assignment
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4. Code Page Setup
1. Access the website www.fametech.com.tw and
download the utility files.
2. Click the folder “SetCodePage” to access the software
3. Double click the icon “Setup.EXE” to initial installation.
Follow the instructions to install the utility.
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Code Page Setup Utility
This utility can help user to setup the code page of the
printer.
Note: Before Setup
It may need to re-configure the printer prior to the codepage
setup (e.g.: DIP switch).
It’s recommended to consult the technical personnel relating
to the information about the code page and application.
Interface
User can establish communication with printer via this menu.
Select the proper submenu by the connection type of the
printer.
For Serial COM Port:
Select the proper COM port and baud rate to establish
communication.
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For Parallel LPT Port:
Select LPT1 as the printer port to establish communication.
For Ethernet (TCP/IP):
Enter the IP address of the printer to establish the
communication.
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Select Page Code
To select the codepage desired:
1. Make sure to the DIP switch 4 of the printer is set ON
(please refer to DIP Switch Configuration for further
information).
2. Go to the scroll menu and select the preset codepage
desired.
User can enter the codepage number into the field
manually. (Please refer to the printed Self-Test page
for the code number support).
3. Click “Set” button to confirm the setting.
4. Re-initiate the Printer:
Be sure to Turn-Off and Turn-On the printer again to
initiate the printer with new codepage setting.
(User can perform the self-test again to exam the new
codepage setting)
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