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TM-U200 Series (Type A) Operator’s Manual 400898901
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Note: Everything in this manual applies to the TM-U210 printer. Printer parts and Labels Printer cover Drawer kick-out connectors Journal take-up spool Power connector Interface Connector Model with Serial Interface Model with Parallel Interface DIP switches Power switch
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Control panel PAPER FEED PAPER OUT light button ERROR light POWER light Caution Labels CAUTION: Head cover and printer head are hot. CAUTION: Caution label for drawer kick-out. Instruction Label
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FCC CLASS A FCC Compliance Statement For American Users This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A 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 ha
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Product Name: Printer Model Name: M119A This printer conforms to the following Directives and Norms: Directive 89/336/EEC EN 55022 (1987 and 1994 2nd/1995) Class B EN 50082-1 (1992) IEC 801-2 (1991) IEC 801-3 (1984) IEC 801-4 (1988) Directive 90/384/EEC EN45501: (1992) iii
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Introduction Features The TM-U200 Series Type A printer is one-station printer for ECR and POS use that can print the results of weighing or measuring. TM-U200 Series (Type A) has the following 2 types. • Two-color with a serial interface • Two-color with a parallel interface The main features of the TM-U200 Series Type A printer are the following: ❏ High-speed printing through logic-seeking control ❏ Excellent reliability and long life due to use of two stepping motors, one for moving the c
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About This Manual Setting Up and Using ❏ Chapter 1 contains information on unpacking the printer, setting it up, running the self test, and setting the DIP switches. ❏ Chapter 2 contains information on using the printer. ❏ Chapter 3 contains troubleshooting information. Reference ❏ Chapter 4 contains specifications. Notes, Cautions, and Warnings Note: Notes have important information and useful tips on the operation of your printer. CAUTION: Cautions must be observed to avoid minor injury to y
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Contents Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Selecting the Place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Attaching the Paper Roll Near-End Detector (Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Connecting the Printer to the Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking When you unpack the TM-U200 Series Type A printer, make sure you have these items. Ribbon cassette Power supply Printer Hexagonal lock screw (2 pcs) (only for the printer with the serial Roll paper Power switch Journal take-up interface. The hexagonal lock screw spool cover is not included for some models of this printer.) If any item is missing or damaged, please contact your dealer for assistance. Note: See the Note on page 1-5 for infor
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The printer should be installed so that it does not move or vibrate during paper cutting or the drawer kick-out operation. Fastening tape is available as an option. Attaching the Paper Roll Near-End Detector (Option) If you do not have a paper roll near-end detector or do not want to attach it, skip this section. Note: If you use this detector, use paper rolls with a core diameter 10.5 to 12.5 mm (0.41 to 0.47”) so that the detector senses the remaining paper correctly. 1. Make sure the powe
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3. Two spacers are included with the near-end detector. See the illustration below, and decide whether or not you want to use them. Use them if you want the near-end detector to be triggered when distance A is 3 to 4 mm (0.12 to 0.16”); otherwise it will be triggered when distance A is approximately 6 mm (0.24”). distance A 4. Secure the paper roll near-end detector (and spacers) with two screws. When you insert the spacers, be sure you set the spacers in the direction shown in the illust
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5. Connect the connector of the detector to CN11 on the printer. Position the cable as shown in the illustration. 6. Replace the cover and fasten it with the four screws. 1–4 Setting Up the Printer
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Connecting the Printer to the Computer You need an appropriate serial interface or parallel interface cable to connect your computer to the printer (null modem serial or IEEE 1284 parallel). The Model with Serial Interface 1. Make sure the printer and computer are turned off. Then plug the cable into the connector on the printer, as shown. Note: Your printer comes with inch-type hexagonal lock screws installed. If you plan to use an interface cable that requires millimeter-type lock screws
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The Model with Parallel Interface 1. Make sure the printer and computer are turned off. Then, plug the cable into the connector on the printer, as shown. Note: Squeeze the wire clips on the printer together until they lock in place on both sides of the connector. 2. Connect the other end of the cable to the connector on your computer. Connecting the Printer to the Drawer WARNING: Use a drawer that matches printer specifications. Using an improper drawer may damage the drawer as well as the
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Plug the drawer cable into the drawer kick-out connector on the bottom of the printer next to the computer interface connector. Model with Serial Interface Model with Parallel Interface CAUTION: Do not connect a telephone line to the drawer kick-out connector; otherwise the printer and the telephone line may be damaged. Setting Up the Printer 1–7
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Den Drucker an die Lade anschließen Das Kabel der Lade an die Schnappsteckerbuchse (neben der Schnittstellenbuchse) an der Unterseite des Druckers anschließen. ACHTUNG: Kein Telefonkabel an die Schnappsteckerbuchse anschließen. 1–8 Setting Up the Printer
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Grounding the Printer You need a ground wire to ground your printer. Make sure the wire meets the specification below. Thickness of wire: AWG 18 or equivalent Diameter of terminal to be attached: 3.2 1. Make sure that the printer is turned off. 2. Connect the ground wire to the printer using the FG screw on the bottom of the printer, as shown. Setting Up the Printer 1–9
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Connecting the Power Supply This printer requires an external power supply. Be sure to use a power supply that matches the specifications listed under “Electrical Specifications” in Chapter 4. WARNING: Using an incorrect power supply may cause fire or electrical shock. CAUTION: When connecting or disconnecting the power supply from the printer, make sure the power supply is not plugged into an electrical outlet; otherwise you may damage the power supply or the printer. CAUTION: Do not c
