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THERMAL PRINTER
TSP1000 SERIES
USER’S MANUAL
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Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement 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,
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Unpacking and Installation ............................................................................1 1-1. Unpacking ..............................................................................................1 2. Parts Identification and Nomenclature .........................................................2 3. Consumable Parts and AC Adapter ..............................................................4 4. Connecting Cables and AC Adapter.............................
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1. Unpacking and Installation 1-1. Unpacking After unpacking the unit, check that all the necessary accessories are included in the package. Paper stopper Switch blind Ferrite core *1 User’s manual Fastener *2 Printer *1: Not included with RS-232C model *2: Not included with RS-232C and USB models Fig. 1-1 Unpacking If anything is missing, contact the dealer where you bought the printer and ask them to supply the missing part. Note that it is a good idea to keep the original box and all the pack
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2. Parts Identification and Nomenclature Printer cover Open this cover to load or replace paper. Cover open lever Push this lever in the direction of the arrow to open the printer cover. Control panel Power switch Features LED indica- tors to indicate printer Used to turn on/off status and switches to power to the printer. operate the printer. Power connector Interface connector Buzzer drive connector For connection of the AC adapter. For connection to a Connects to buzzer. Never unplug the host
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Choosing a place for the printer Before actually unpacking the printer, you should take a few minutes to think about where you plan to use it. Remember the following points when doing this. Choose a firm, level surface where the printer will not be exposed to vibration. The power outlet you plan to connect to for power should be nearby and unobstructed. Make sure that the printer is close enough to your host computer for you to connect the two. Make sure that the printer is not exposed t
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3. Consumable Parts and AC Adapter When consumable parts have run out, use those specified in the table below. Make sure that the AC adapter specified in the table is used. Use of consumable parts or AC adapter which are not specified in the table may result in damage to the printer, fire or electric shock. (1) Roll paper specification Thermal paper Thickness: 80~105 µ m Width: 82.5±0.5 mm Outer roll diameter: ø180 mm or less +0.5 Take up paper roll width: 83 mm -1 Core outer/inner diameter C
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Important! Access the following URL for the information of the recommended paper. http://www.star-m.jp/eng/dl/dl02.htm – 5 –
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4. Connecting Cables and AC Adapter 4-1. Interface Cable Note that the interface cable is not provided. Please use a cable that meets specifications. Important! Before connecting/disconnecting the interface cable, make sure that power to the printer and all the devices connected to the printer is turned off. Also make sure the power cable plug is disconnected from the AC outlet. 4-1-1. Serial Interface (RS-232C) Cable (1)Make sure the printer is turn off. (2)Connect the interface cable to the co
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4-1-2. Parallel Interface Cable (1)Make sure the printer is turn off. (2) For only the parallel interface model, affix the ferrite core onto the cable as shown in the illustration below. Ferrite core Interface cable 5 cm (3) Pass the fastener through the ferrite maximum core. Fastener (4)Loop the fastener around the cable and lock it. Use scissors to cut off Pull and cut any excess. – 7 –
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(5)Connect the interface cable to the connector on the rear panel of the printer. (6)Fasten the connector clasps. Parallel interface cable 4-1-3. Connecting USB Cable (1)Make sure the printer is turn off. (2) Affix the ferrite core onto the USB cable as shown in the illustration below and make sure to pass the cable through the cable support as shown in the illustration. – 8 –
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4-1-4. Connecting Ethernet Cable (1) Make sure the printer is turned off. (2)Affix the ferrite core onto the ethernet cable as shown in the illus- Ethernet cable tration below. Ferrite core (3) Pass the fastener through the ferrite 10cm ( ) Maximum core. Fastener (4)Loop the fastener around the cable and lock it. Use scissors to cut off any excess. (5)Connect the ethernet cable to the connector on the interface board. Then, connect the other end of the cable to your computer. – 9 –
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4-2. Connecting to a Buzzer Drive You can connect a buzzer drive to the printer using a modular plug. The following describes how to make the actual connection. See “Modular plug” on page 43 for details about the type of modular plug that is required. Note that this printer does not come with a modular plug or wire, so it is up to you to obtain one that suits your needs. Important! Make sure that the printer is turned off and unplugged from the AC outlet and that the computer is turned off befor
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4-3. Connecting the Optional AC Adapter Note: Before connecting/disconnecting the AC adapter, make sure that power to the printer and all the devices connected to the printer is turned off. Also make sure the power cable plug is disconnected from the AC outlet. (1)Connect the AC adapter to the power cable. Note: Use only the standard AC adapter and power cable. (2)Connect AC adapter to the connector on the printer. (3)Insert the power cable plug into an AC outlet. Important! When disconnecting t
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4-4. Turning Power On Make sure that the AC adapter has been connected as described in 4-3. (1)Set the power switch located on the front of the printer to on. The POWER lamp on the control panel will light up. Power switch Important! We recommend that you unplug the printer from the power outlet whenever you do not plan to use it for long periods. Because of this, you should locate the printer so that the power outlet it is plugged into is nearby and easy to access. – 12 –
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4-5. Installing the Cable Install the cable as shown in the diagram below. – 13 –
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4-6. Switch Blind Installation It is not necessary to install the switch blind. Only install it if it is necessary for you. By installing the switch blind, the following become possible. • Preventing the power switch from being operated by mistake. • Ensuring that other people can not easily operate the power switch. Install the switch blind as shown in the diagram below. The power switch can be turned ON (!) and OFF (O) by inserting a narrow instrument (ball pen etc) in the holes in the switch
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5. Control Panel and Other Functions 5-1. Control Panel 2 FEED button 1 POWER lamp (Green LED) Lights when the power is ON 2 FEED button Press the FEED button to feed roll paper. 3 ERROR lamp (Red LED) 3 ERROR lamp Indicates various errors in combi- (Red LED) nation with POWER lamp 1 POWER lamp (Green LED) 5-2. Errors (1) Automatically recoverable error Error Description POWER lamp ERROR lamp Recovery Conditions Off Head high tem- Flashes at 0.5 sec- Automatically recovered after the perature de
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(3) Non recoverable error Error Description POWER lamp ERROR lamp Recovery Conditions Flashes at 1.0 RAM error Off This is not a recoverable error. second intervals Consult dealer for repairs. EERROM error Off Flashes at 0.75 This is not a recoverable error. second intervals Consult dealer for repairs. Flash ROM error Flashes at 0.5 This is not a recoverable error. Off second intervals Consult dealer for repairs. Thermistor error Off Flashes at 1.5 This is not a recoverable error. second interva
