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TM-T60/T60P
TM-T80/T80P
Operator’s Manual
400206500
THERMAL LINE PRINTER
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FCC-CLASS A FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT FOR AMERICAN USERS digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a resident
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INTRODUCTION The TM-T6O/T6OP and the TM-T8O/T8OP are a one-station printer for ECR and POS use which can be used for printing the results of scaling or measuring. The main features are as follows: . Light and ultracompact . High-speed printing . low-noise thermal printing . High reliability due to a low number of moving parts . Maintenance such as head cleaning performed easily TM l Command protocol based on ESC/POS , a widely used standard . Four-way routing of the interface cable, drawer contr
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About this manual I . SETTING UP] * Chapter 1 contains information on unpacking the printer, choosing the place for the printer, and names and functions of parts. * Chapter 2 and Chapter 3 contain information on connecting and setting up the printer. * Chapter 4 contains information on testing the printer. II . REFERENCE1 * Chapter 5 contains information on using the printer. * Chapter 6 contains information on software control including printer command descriptions. APPENDI X Appendixes conta
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II. REFERENCE1 Chapter 5 Cautions while Using the Printer 20 5- l Panel Switches and Commands 21 5 - 2 Printable Area 22 5 - 3 Miscellaneous Notes 5-4 Error Correction 25 27 5-5 Cleaning the Head Chapter 6 Software Control 28 28 6 - 1 Printer Control 6 - 2 Command Descriptions 29 30 6-3 Commands 52 6 -4 Program Descriptions APPENDIX 59 59 APPENDIX A General Specifications 63 APPENDIX B Connectors 66 APPENDIX C Interfaces 71 APPENDIX D Notes on Using the Drawer kick-out Connector ------------ 74
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I. SETTING UP
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Chapter 1 Unpacking the Printer 1 - 1 Checking the Contents of the Box n Checking the parts Remove the printer and other parts from the box. l Roll paper l l Operator’s Manual Make sure no parts are missing or damaged. If you find any damaged or missing parts, please contact your dealer for assistance. H Maintenance Keep the packing case and packing materials in case you ever need to transport or store your printer. n Optional parts Power supply (PS-130)) Power supply DC cable (1.5m) -2 - Print
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Choosing a Place for the Printer 1- 2 n Avoid locations that are subject to direct sunlight or excessive heat (near heaters). n Avoid using or storing the printer in places subject to excessive tem- peratures or moisture. n Do not use or store the printer in a dusty or dirty location. n When setting up the printer, choose a stable, horizontal location. Intense vibration or shock may damage the printer. n Ensure the printer has enough space to be used easily. 1-3 Removing the Protective Material
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1- 4 Names and Functions of Parts n Part names Printer cover Operation panel Drawer-kick connector DIP switches (*1) TM-T60/T80 TM-T60P/T8OP * 1: The DIP switches are located behind the small cover on the bottom of the printer. -4 - Interface connector Power connector
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Operation panel Panel switches POWE R Press the POWER button to turn the printer ON and OFF. When the button is pushed down, the power is on. When pressed again, the button returns to its original position, turning the power off. l PAPER FEE D Press the PAPER FEED button to feed roll paper. l You cannot feed paper when the printer cover is open. Panel lights (LED) POWER (green) The POWER light is on when power is turned on. ERROR (red) The ERROR light is on when the printer cover is not cl
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Chapter 2 Before Setting Up 2- 1 Connecting the Power Supply to the Printer n Plugging in AC adapter The printer must be connected to an external power supply. Be sure to use a power cable that matches the specifications of both the printer and the power supply unit. -------------------------------------------------------------------- - I I I CAUTIONS: l Before connecting the printer to the power supply, make sure that the voltage (24 VDC) and power specifications match the I printer’s require
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2-2 Connecting the Host Computer to the Printer n Connecting the interface cable Connect the printer to a host ECR (host computer) using an interface cable matching the specifications of the printer and the host ECR (host computer). TM-T6O/T80 Connect the interface cable according to the following procedure. Turn off the printer, power unit, and host computer. Plug the interface cable connector into the interface connector on the printer; then insert a screwdriver between the rear rubber feet a
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TM-T60P/T80P Connect the interface cable according to the following procedure. Turn off the printer, power unit, and host computer. Plug the interface cable connector into the interface connector on the printer. Squeeze the wire clips together until they lock in place on both sides of the connector. Attack the ground wire to the ground connector on the right side of the interface connector. Plug the drawer-kick cable connector into the drawer-kick connector on the printer (if this connector is c
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Chapter 3 Installing the Parts 3-l Installing the Roll Paper Installing the roll paper Be sure to use roll paper that matches the printers specifications. Using scissors, cut the leading edge of the roll paper perpendicular to the paper feed direction. Open the printer cover and raise the release-lever toward you. Release lever Load the roll paper while Iightiy pressing the right roll paper holder outward. Release the holder after fitting the paper core onto the holder. Make sure the roll pap
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Chapter 3 Installing the Parts 3-l Installing the Roll Paper Installing the roll paper Be sure to use roll paper that matches the printers specifications. Using scissors, cut the leading edge of the roll paper perpendicular to the paper feed direction. Open the printer cover and raise the release-lever toward you. Release lever Load the roll paper while Iightly pressing the right roll paper holder outward. Release the holder after fitting the paper core onto the holder. Make sure the roll pap
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Insert the edge of the roll paper into the paper slot and turn the paper-feed knob in the direction of the arrow to feed the paper 5 cm beyond the tear-off edge. l Don’t turn the paper-feed knob when the release lever is down. Paper-feed knob Raise the head-open lever, unroll the paper a little and pull lightly from the roll paper side to eliminate twist or misalignment. Retighten the roll paper to remove any slack. Roth edges of the paper should be aligned parallel to the paper roll. Push down
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n Removing jammed paper Removing jammed paper according to the following steps. ___---___--___------------------------------------------------------------ . r I I I CAUTION: I * The print head is very hot immediately after printing. I Always remove jammed paper after the print head has cooled. Head-open lever Remove any jammed paper. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- r I I I CAUTION: I I I . Never touch the print head. I I ---------------------------
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3 -2 Adjusting the Paper-End Detector n The paper-end detector The paper-end detector senses when the paper is nearing its end and The paper-end detector can be adjusted according the thickness of the n How to adjust the paper-end detector Roll paper may differ in spool size, so it may be necessary to adjust the paper-end detector. Use the specified paper roll with a cure inside diameter (d1) of 12mm and an outside diameter (d2) of 18 mm. The thickness of the spool can vary; use the table to d
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Loosen the adjusting screw that holds the paper-end detector. Then set the top of the positioning plate to the appropriate adjustment position, and tighten the adjusting screw. NOTES: 1 . The T dimensions corresponding to the adjustment values in I I the table are caluculated from standard measurements; some i I I variations in the actual mechanism. I I 2. After adjusting, ensure that the detector operates smoothly. I L------_---____---------------------------------------------------------- -
