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LINE THERMAL PRINTER/
PRESENTER UNIT
MODEL
PPU-231
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PPU-231 User’s Manual Declaration of Conformity This printer conforms to the following Standards: Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, 93/68/EEC and the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC, 93/68/EEC. LVD : EN60950 EMC : EN55022 Class A EN61000-3-2 EN61000-3-3 EN55024 This declaration is applied only for 230V model. WARNING : This is a Class A products. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take ad
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PPU-231 User’s Manual IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Read all of these instructions and save them for future reference. • Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. • Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. • Do not use this product near water. • Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product. • Slot
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PPU-231 User’s Manual WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSANWEISUNGEN • Lesen Sie die nachfolgenden Anweisungen sorgfältig durch und bewahren Sie sie auf. • Befolgen Sie alle auf der Einheit vermerkten Hinweise und Anweisungen. Vor dem Reinigen grundsätzlich Stecker aus der Steckdose ziehen. Keine Flüssigkeiten oder Aerosolreiniger benutzen. Nut mit einem feuchten Tuch abwischen. • Die Einheit darf nicht in der Nähe von Wasser aufgestellt werden. • Einheit nicht auf einem unstabilen Wagen, Stand ode
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PPU-231 User’s Manual 1. Prior to using the equipment, be sure to read this User's Manual thoroughly. Please keep it handy for reference whenever it may be needed. 2. The information contained herein may be changed without prior notice. 3. Reproduction of part or all of this User's Manual without permission is strictly prohibited. 4. Never service, disassemble, or repair parts that are not mentioned in this User's Manual. 5. Note that we will not be responsible for damages a
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PPU-231 User’s Manual SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ----- BE SURE TO OBSERVE In order to prevent hazards to an operator or other persons and damage to property, be sure to observe the following precautions. • The following describes the degrees of hazard and damages that can occur if the given instructions are neglected or the equipment is incorrectly operated. WARNING Negligence of this precaution may result in death or serious injury. CAUTION Negligence of this precaution may result in i
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PPU-231 User’s Manual WARNING Never handle the equipment in the following manners, as it may break, become out of order, or overheat causing smoke and resulting in fire or electric shock. If the equipment is used in an abnormal condition, such as when broken, then problems, smoke emission, abnormal odor/noise, and fire can result. If an abnormal condition exists, be sure to disconnect the power plug from a plug socket, and contact our dealer. Never repair the equipment on your own
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PPU-231 User’s Manual PRECAUTIONS FOR INSTALLATION • Do not use or store the equipment in a place exposed to fire, moisture, or direct sunshine, or in a place near a heater or thermal device where the prescribed operating temperature and humidity are not met, or in a place exposed to much oil, iron powder, or dust. The equipment may become out of order, emit smoke, or catch fire. • Do not install or use the equipment in a place like a laboratory where chemical reactions are expect
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PPU-231 User’s Manual PRECAUTIONS FOR HANDLING Do not handle the equipment in the following manners, because problems may result. • Do not use any other power source besides the accessory AC adapter. Also, do not use the AC adapter for other purposes. • Do not print without paper. • Do not drop or put any foreign object, such as a clip, pin, or the like, inside the unit. • Do not spill any liquid or spray any chemical-containing liquid over the equipment. • Never use a pointed objec
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PPU-231 User’s Manual DAILY MAINTENANCE • At the time of maintenance, be sure to turn off the power switch of the unit and unplug it from the socket. • Use a dry soft cloth to wipe off stains and dust from the surfaces of the main body case. For severe soiling, dip the cloth in water and wring it, for wiping off the soil. Never use organic solvents, such as alcohol, thinner, trichlene, benzene, ketone, or chemical dusters. • If the equipment is contaminated with paper powder, use a
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PPU-231 User’s Manual CONTENTS 1. OUTLINE...............................................................................................................................................................1 1.1 Features ...................................................................................................................................................................... 1 1.2 Unpacking...................................................................................................
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PPU-231 User’s Manual 5. DIP SWITCH SETTING.....................................................................................................................................24 5.1 Location of DIP Switch ............................................................................................................................................ 24 5.2 DIP Switch Function ...........................................................................................................................
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PPU-231 User’s Manual APPENDIX 1. BLOCK DIAGRAM ......................................................................................................................84 APPENDIX 2. OUTLINE DRAWING FOR PPU.................................................................................................85 APPENDIX 3. OUTLINE DRAWING FOR PHU................................................................................................86
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PPU-231 User’s Manual 1. OUTLINE Packed with features, this small line thermal printer/presenter has a wide range of uses: a terminal device for various data communication, an instrumentation terminal, an outdoor information terminal or a device that prints various tickets and coupons. Please read this manual thoroughly before you use the printer/presenter to ensure it is implemented correctly. 1.1 Features 1. Small, lightweight, and installable in a narrow area 2. High speed and low n
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PPU-231 User’s Manual 2. BASIC SPECIFICATIONS 2.1 Model Classifications Classification is made according to the following naming system. 2.1.1 PPU series (Printer/Presenter unit) PPU-231 P U M Option Model Name M: Black mark detection PPU-231: Standard Model Character set Interface U: North America R: Serial (RS-232C) E: Europe P: Parallel (Conforms to CENTRONICS) For PPU-231 R U or E (Serial Interface): The type of cable fixing screws for the serial interface co
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PPU-231 User’s Manual 2.1.2 Options (1) PHU series (Paper holding unit) PHU-13 1 PNE Sensor Model Name 1: 1 piece PHU-131: Standard Model 2: 2 pieces (2) 31AD series (Power supply unit) 31AD-U Destinations Model Name U: North America (120 V AC) E: Europe (230 V AC) 3 CITIZEN
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PPU-231 User’s Manual 2.1.3 Miscellaneous The following models are sold as single units. (1) PRU series (Presenter unit) PRU-130 (2) PMU series (Printer mechanism unit) PMU-230 M Option M: Black mark detection 4 CITIZEN
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PPU-231 User’s Manual (3) BD2 series (Control PCB with accessories) BD2-380A P U Model Name BD2-380A: Standard Model Interface Character set R: Serial (RS-232C) U: North America P: Parallel (Conforms to CENTRONICS) E: Europe For BD2-380A R U or E (Serial Interface): The type of cable fixing screws for the serial interface connector depends on the destinations. U: Inch type screws E: mm type screws A more detaile
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PPU-231 User’s Manual 2.2 Basic Specifications Item Description Printing system Line thermal dot printing Printing width 72 mm (576 dots/line) Dot density 8 dots/mm (Width, Length) Printing speed 62.5 mm/sec. (At maximum), 500 dots/sec. Printing columns and 48 columns (12 × 24 Font A) 1.25 × 3.00 mm character size 64 columns (9 × 24 Font B) 0.88 × 3.00 mm Line interval Initial value: 4.23 mm (1/6 inch) Can be set with a command (1/203 inch at minimum) Character types Alphanumeric,
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PPU-231 User’s Manual 2.3 Paper Specifications 2.3.1 Recommended Paper • Type : Thermal paper • Paper width : 80 + 0/- 1 mm • Paper thickness : 60 ∼ 85µ m • Roll diameter : φ203 mm or less (When using PHU) • Printing surface : Outside of the roll (Surface) • Recommended paper : TF50KS-E, E2C (Monochrome) made by NIPPON SEISHI or its equivalent • Core : φ25.4 mm (Inner diameter) CAUTION: 1) Use of non-specified paper may cause irregularity of print density. If this is the case, use
