Epson TM-T60/T60P User manual

THERMAL LINE PRINTER

TM-T60/T60P

TM-T80/T80P

Operator’s Manual

400206500

mitted in any form or by any means, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise. without the

prior written permission of Seiko Epson Corporation. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the

use of the information contained herein. While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this

book, Seiko Epson Corporation assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability

assumed for damages resulting form the use of the information contained herein.

Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third

parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of; ac-

cident. misuse, or abuse of this product or modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (ex-

cluding the U . S .) failure to strictly comply with Seiko Epson Corporation’s operating and maintenance in-

structions.

Seiko Epson Corporation shall not be liable, against any damages or problems arising from the use of any

options or any consumable products other than those designated as Original Epson Products or Epson

Approved Products by Seiko Epson Corporation.

Epson and ESC/POS

are registered trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation.

NOTICE:

The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.

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

harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a

residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will

be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

WARNING

The connection of a non-shielded printer interface cable to this printer will invali-

date the FCC Certification of this device and may cause interference levels which

exceed the limits established by the FCC for this equipment. You are cautioned

that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for

compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.

FOR CANADIAN USERS

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions

from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Cana-

dian Department of Communications.

Le pésent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les

limites applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe A prescrites dans le

réglement sur le brouillage radioélectriques édicte par le Ministére des Communi-

cations du Canada.

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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

Command protocol based on ESC/POS

, a widely used standard

. Four-way

routing of the interface cable, drawer control cable, and

power cable on either side, underneath, or out the back of the case

. Easy access to the power switch on the front of the printer body;

access to both sides and the back not necessary

. Bar code printing possible using a bar code command

. 90’ character rotation possible

. Repeated operation and copy printing possible through macro definition

. Drawer control possible using the drawer-kick interface

Interface Paper Width

TM-T60

TM-T6OP Serial

Parallel

60mm

TM-T80

TM-T8OP

Serial

Parallel

8Omm

Please be sure to read the instructions in this manual carefully before using your

new Epson printer.

The TM-T60 and the TM-T80 have a serial interface connector and the TM-

T6OP and TM-T8OP have a parallel interface one.

Except for the defferent roll width accommodated by the two printers, the

functions provided by the TM-T6O/T60P and the TM-T8O/T8OP are the same.

Most of the illustrations used in this operation manual show the TM-T6O/T6OP.

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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.

APPENDIX

Appendixes

contain information on general specifications, character code

tables and a list of commands.

CONTENTS

I . SETTlNG UP

Chapter 1 Unpacking the Printer 2

l-l

Checking the Contents of the Box

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

l-2

Choosing a Place for the Printer

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

l-3 Removing the Protective Material

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

l-4

Names

and Functions of Parts

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .................

Chapter 2

Before Setting Up

2- 1

Connecting the Power Supply to the Printer

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-2

Connecting the Host Computer to the Printer

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Chapter 3 Installing the Parts 9

3 -

Installing the Roll Paper

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-2 Adjusting the Paper-End Detector

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3 -3

Setting the DIP Switches

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Chapter 4 The Self Test

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The Open-Cover Detector

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I . . . . . .

4-2

Checking Operation with the Setf Test

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .

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II. REFERENCE1

Chapter 5 Cautions while Using the Printer

5-l

Panel Switches and Commands

.............................................

5 - 2

Printable Area

.....................................................................

5 - 3 Miscellaneous Notes

............................................................

5-4 Error Correction ..................................................................

5-5 Cleaning the Head ...............................................................

Chapter 6 Software Control

6 -

Printer Control

.....................................................................

6 - 2

Command Descriptions

.........................................................

6-3 Commands ........................................................................

6 -4 Program Descriptions .........................................................

APPENDIX

APPENDIX A General Specifications .............................................

APPENDIX B Connectors ............................................................

APPENDIX C Interfaces ............................................................

APPENDIX D

Notes on Using the Drawer kick-out Connector ------------

APPENDIX E Character Code Tables ..........................................

APPENDIX F Command Summary ................................................

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I. SETTING UP

Chapter 1 Unpacking the Printer

1 - 1

Checking the Contents of the Box

Checking the parts

Remove the printer and other parts from the box.

Printer

Roll paper

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.

Optional parts

Power supply (PS-130)) Power supply DC cable (1.5m)

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1-2

Choosing a Place for the Printer

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.

Do not use or store the printer in a dusty or dirty location.

When setting up the printer, choose a stable, horizontal location.

Intense vibration or shock may damage the printer.

Ensure the printer has enough space to be used easily.

1-3 Removing the Protective Material

An orange plastic spacer is put into the printing mechanism section to

protect the printer from damage during transportation. Before you turn on

the printer, be sure to remove the spacer according to the following steps.

1. Open the printer cover.

2. Raise the head-open lever to remove the spacer.

3. Store it in the hollow space. Re-insert the space when transporting.

4. Lower the head-open lever.

1-4

Names and Functions of Parts

Part names

Printer cover

Operation panel

Power connector

Interface connector

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.

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