Star Micronics TSP043E Series User manual

Hardware Manual

THERMAL PRINTER

TSP043 Series

Notice

permission is forbidden.

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

•All efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of the contents of this manual at the time of going to press.

However, should any errors be detected, STAR would greatly appreciate being informed of them.

•The above notwithstanding, STAR can assume no responsibility for any errors in this manual.

Trademark acknowledgments

TSP043: Star Micronics Co., Ltd.

Federal Communications Commission

Radio Frequency Interference

Statement

is device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) is device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

FCC CAUTION:

Changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's

authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE:

is 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.

ese limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is

operated in a commercial environment.

is 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.

CAN ICES-3 (A) / NMB-3 (A)

EMI Class A Warning

http://www.starmicronics.com/support/mannualfolder/ClassA_Warning.pdf

Caution Symbol

ese symbols are located near the thermal print head.

Because the thermal print head is hot immediately aer printing, do not touch it. Static

electricity can damage the thermal print head. To protect the thermal print head from

static electricity, do not touch it.

is symbol is located near the cutter.

Never touch the cutter blade, as you could injure your ngers.

is symbol is located near the peripheral drive connector.

Do not connect this to a telephone.

is symbol is located near the screws securing the case or the protective plate, which

should not be opened by individuals other than service personnel. Individuals, other

than service personnel, should not remove these screws. High voltage areas in the case

can be dangerous.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Unpacking and Installation.................................................................................1

1-1. Unpacking.......................................................................................................................1

1-2. Notes about Installation ..................................................................................................1

2. Parts Identication and Nomenclature..............................................................2

3. Setup .....................................................................................................................4

3-1. Connecting the Interface Cable to the PC ......................................................................4

3-2. Connecting the Interface Cable to the Printer ................................................................5

3-3. Connecting the AC Adapter............................................................................................9

3-4. Turning the Power On ..................................................................................................10

3-5. Connecting to a Peripheral Device ...............................................................................10

3-6. Loading a Paper Roll ....................................................................................................11

3-7. Changing the Paper Width............................................................................................13

3-8. Setup Precautions .........................................................................................................14

4. LED Display .......................................................................................................16

4-1. Error Indicators.............................................................................................................16

5. Preventing and Removing Paper Jams............................................................17

5-1. Preventing Paper Jams..................................................................................................17

5-2. Removing Paper Jams ..................................................................................................17

5-3. Releasing the Cutter Lock ............................................................................................18

6. Maintenance .......................................................................................................19

6-1. Thermal Head ...............................................................................................................19

6-2. Platen Rubber Roller ....................................................................................................19

6-3. Paper Holder .................................................................................................................19

6-4. Sensors and Their Surrounding Area............................................................................19

1. Unpacking and Installation

1-1. Unpacking

After unpacking the unit, check that all the necessary accessories are included in the package.

1-2. Notes about Installation

1. Choosearm,levelsurfacewheretheprinterwillnotbeexposedtovibration.

2. The power outlet you plan to connect to for power should be nearby and unobstructed.

3. Make sure that the printer is close enough to your host computer for you to connect the two.

4. Make sure that the printer is not exposed to direct sunlight.

5. Make sure that the printer is well away from heaters and other sources of extreme heat.

6. Make sure that the surrounding area is clean, dry, and free of dust.

7. Make sure that the printer is connected to a reliable power outlet. It should not be on the same electric circuit as copiers,

refrigerators, or other appliances that cause power spikes.

8. Make sure that the room where you are using the printer is not too humid.

9. Use the printer within the boundaries indicated in the environmental requirements. Even when the ambient temperature

andhumidityarewithinthespecications,avoidradicalchangesinenvironmentalconditions.Thesuitableoperating

temperature range is as follows:

Operating temperature: 5°C to 45°C

10. When disposing of the printer, obey local regulations.

* Accessories vary depending on the model and the region where

the printer was purchased.

Printer

Safety Instructions

2. Parts Identication and Nomenclature

1Rear cover Open to replace paper.

Do not open while printing.

2Control panel Features lamps that indicate printer status and a button for operating

the printer.

3FEED button When the printer is online, pressing this button feeds the paper roll.

4POWER lamp (green) Lights when the printer is online.

This lamp also indicates errors, in combination with other lamps.

5ERROR lamp (red) Lights when the cover is open.

This lamp also indicates errors, in combination with other lamps.

● BSC10UC / BSC10UD

● BSC10LAN

DC24V DK

DC24V

DC OUT

5V/0.5A

100/10BASE ON

DIPSW

78 9

11 12 13

6Power switch Turns the printer on and o.

7Interface connector Connects to a host PC through a cable.

8USB port Connects to a host PC through a USB cable.

9Power inlet Connects to an optional AC adapter.

0Peripheral drive

connector

Connects to peripheral devices such as cash drawers.

Do not connect this to a telephone line.

AUSB connector (Host) 5.0 V Outputs 0.5 A power.

The USB communication function is not installed.

BEthernet connector Connect to various host computers by Ethernet cable.

CDip switches Sets the Ethernet function.

3. Setup

3-1. Connecting the Interface Cable to the PC

3-1-1. USB Cable

Connect the USB cable to the USB port on your PC.

3-1-2. Parallel Cable

Connect the parallel cable to the parallel port on your PC.

3-1-3. RS-232C Cable

Connect the RS-232C cable to the RS-232C port on your PC.

3-1-4. Ethernet Cable

1) Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on your PC.

2) Connect the computer's Ethernet port to the Ethernet port on a router or a

hub and so on, with an Ethernet interface cable.

3-2. Connecting the Interface Cable to the Printer

Printer cables are not included in the package.

Obtainanappropriatecablethatcomplieswiththespecicationsbeforehand.

Because the appropriate interface cable differs depending on the system that you are connecting the printer to, contact the dealer

that you bought the product from if you are unsure about what cable to use.

Before connecting or disconnecting an interface cable, be sure to disconnect the AC adapter’s power cord from the outlet.

3-2-1. USB Cable

To connect a USB cable, follow the procedure given below.

1) Make sure that the AC adapter’s power cord is not connected to the outlet.

2) Connect the USB cable to the USB port.

3) Asshowninthegure,passthecablethroughthecablehookstoholditinplace.

Cable hook

USB cable

3-2-3. RS-232C Cable

To connect an RS-232C cable, follow the procedure given below.

1) Make sure that the AC adapter’s power cord is not connected to the outlet.

2) Connect the RS-232C cable to the connector on the RS-232C interface board, and tighten the left and right screws.

3-2-2. Parallel Cable

To connect a parallel cable, follow the procedure given below.

1) Make sure that the AC adapter’s power cord is not connected to the outlet.

2) Connect the parallel cable to the connector on the parallel interface board, and fasten the connector clasps.

RS-232C cable

Parallel cable

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