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DOT MATRIX PRINTER
MODEL iDP3420
iDP3421
iDP3423
User’s Manual
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iDP3420/3421/3423 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. CITIZEN is a registered trade mark of CITIZEN WATCH CO., LTD., Japan CITIZEN es una marca registrada de CITIZEN WAT
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iDP3420/3421/3423 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. • Slots and o
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iDP3420/3421/3423 User’s Manual WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSANWEISUNGEN • Lesen Sie die nachfolgenden Anweisungen sorgfältig durch und bewahren Sie sie auf. • Befolgen Sie alle auf dem Drucker vermerkten Hinweise und Anweisungen. Vor dem Reinigen grundsätzlich Stecker aus der Steckdose ziehen. Keine Flüssigkeiten oder Aerosolreiniger benutzen. Nut mit einem feuchten Tuch abwischen. • Der Drucker darf nicht in der Nähe von Wasser aufgestellt werden. • Drucker nicht auf einem unstabilen Wagen, Stand oder
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iDP3420/3421/3423 User’s Manual IMPORTANT: This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio communications. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 off FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment. Operation
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iDP3420/3421/3423 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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iDP3420/3421/3423 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 injury o
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iDP3420/3421/3423 User’s Manual WARNING • Never handle the equipment in the following manners, as it may break, become out of ord er, 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 turn off the power, disconnect the power plug from a plug socket, and contact our dealer. Never repair the equ
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iDP3420/3421/3423 User’s Manual PRECAUTIONS FOR INSTALLATION • Do not use or store the equipment in a place exposed to fire, moisture, or direct sunlight, or in a place near a heater or a 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 the equipment in a place like a laboratory where chemical reactions are expected, or in
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iDP3420/3421/3423 User’s Manual PRECAUTIONS FOR HANDLING Do not handle the equipment in the following manners, because problems may result. • Do not use a power supply other than the specified AC adapter. • Do not print when there is no recording paper or ink ribbon set in the equipment. The print head may be damaged • Be careful not to drop foreign substances, such as clips, pins, and screws, into the mainbody. • Do not spill any liquid or spray any chemical-containing liquid over the equipment
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iDP3420/3421/3423 User’s Manual DAILY MAINTENANCE • Prior tostartingmaintenancework, besuretoturnoff themainbody. • 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 org anic solvents, such as alcohol, thinner, trichlene, benzene, ketone, or chemical dusters. • If the equipment is contaminated with paper powder, use a soft brush to clean it. CITIZEN
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iDP3420/3421/3423 User’s Manual CONTENTS 1. OUTLINE .............................................................................................................................................................. 1 1.1 Features ......................................................................................................................................................... 1 1.2 Unpacking ........................................................................................................
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iDP3420/3421/3423 User’s Manual 4.14 Print Duty.....................................................................................................................................................20 5. DIP SWITCH SETTING.................................................................................................................................... 21 5.1 Location of DIP Switch......................................................................................................................
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iDP3420/3421/3423 User’s Manual 11. DRAWER KICK-OUT CONNECTOR........................................................................................................... 38 11.1 Specifications of Drawer Kick-Out Connector...............................................................................................38 11.2 Connector's Pin Configuration.......................................................................................................................38 11.3 Drive Circuit........
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iDP3420/3421/3423 User’s Manual <<< German >>> 4. BETRIEB........................................................................................................................................................... 138 4.1 Anschluß des Netzkabels..................................................................................................................................138 4.2 Anschluß des Schnittstellenkabels ...............................................................................
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iDP3420/3421/3423 User’s Manual 1. OUTLINE This is a small-size dot impact printer developed for various data communication terminals, POS terminals, kitchen-use printers, bank card, terminals, and so on. Its abundant built-in features allow you to widely use this printer for different applications. Prior to using it, read and understand this manual thoroughly. 1.1 Features (1) Small size, light weight, and low price (2) High-speed print (Bi-directional) (3) Red and black print (4) Very easy pap
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iDP3420/3421/3423 User’s Manual 2. BASIC SPECIFICATIONS 2.1 Model Classifications The printer model is classified by the following designation method. iDP3420 - R F 120 Supply Voltage 120: For 120 V AC 230: For 230 V AC Character Set F: International Interface • CBM Mode R: Serial (RS-232C) P: Parallel (CENTRONICS Compliant) • Star Mode S: Serial (RS-232C) C: Parallel (CENTRONICS Co mpliant) • ESC/POS Mode T: Serial (RS-232C) I: Parallel (CENTRONICS Compliant) Model Name • iDP3420 Standard Model
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iDP3420/3421/3423 User’s Manual 2.2 Basic Specifications Model iDP3420 iDP3421 iDP3423 Item Printer mechanism DP-410 series (CITIZEN) Print method Serial dot impact method (Bidirectional print) Print width 64 mm Print head 9 pins Print speed Approx. 3 lines/second (At single-color continuous print) Print columns 40 or 42 columns (Selectable with the DIP switch) Character size 1.31 mm(W) · 3.1 mm(H) Character types Alphanumeric, Katakana, International characters, Codepage PC850, PC860, PC863, PC
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iDP3420/3421/3423 User’s Manual 2.3 Paper Specifications 2.3.1 Recommended Paper • Type : Normal paper and non-carbon paper • Paper width : 76 +/- 0.5 mm • Paper thickness : Single-sheet paper --- 45 to 55 kg/1,000 sheets/1,091 · 788 mm; Copying paper --- Non-carbon paper, 1 original + 1 copy, Total thickness 0.2 mm or less • Roll diameter : f 83 mm or less (Normal paper) f 60 mm or less (Normal paper only for journal) (iDP3423) f 80 mm or less (Copying paper) (iDP3423) • Core : f 12 mm (Inner D
