Epson J9100 - TM Two-color Inkjet Printer User manual

TM-J9000/J9100
User’s Manual
405074700

ii TM-J9000/J9100 User’s Manual
English
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omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information
contained herein.
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NOTICE: The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.
Copyright © 2004 by Seiko Epson Corporation, Nagano, Japan.
DIP Switch Tables
DIP switch 1
SW Function On Off
1-1 Internal use — Fixed to Off
1-2 Reserved — Fixed to Off
1-3 Reserved — Fixed to Off
1-4 Reserved — Fixed to Off
Function USB connector side UB series connector side
Interface selection USB available UB series available
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EMC and Safety Standards Applied
Product Name: TM-J9000/9100
Model Name M198A
The following standards are applied only to the
printers that are so labeled. (EMC is measured
using SEIKO EPSON’s AC adapter PS-180.)
Europe: CE marking:
Safety: TÜV (EN60950)
North America: EMI: FCC/ICES-003 Class A
Safety: UL 60950/CSA C22.2
No. 60950
Oceania: EMC: AS/NZS 3548/CISPR 22
Class A
WARNING
The connection of a non-shielded printer interface
cable to this printer will invalidate the EMC
standards of this device.
You are cautioned that changes or modifications
not expressly approved by Seiko Epson
Corporation could void your authority to operate
the equipment.
CE Marking
The printer conforms to the following Directives
and Norms:
Directive 89/336/EEC EN 55022 Class A
EN 55024
IEC 61000-4-2
IEC 61000-4-3
IEC 61000-4-4
IEC 61000-4-5
IEC 61000-4-6
IEC 61000-4-8
IEC 61000-4-11
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.
FOR CANADIAN USERS
This Class A digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

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Important Safety Information
This section presents important information intended to ensure safe and
effective use of this product. Read this section carefully and store it in an
accessible location.
Key to Symbols
The symbols in this manual are identified by their level of importance, as
defined below. Read the following carefully before handling the product.
WARNING:
Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid serious bodily injury.
CAUTION:
Cautions must be observed to avoid minor injury to yourself or damage to
your equipment.
Safety Precautions
WARNING:
Shut down your equipment immediately if it produces smoke, a strange
odor, or unusual noise. Continued use may lead to fire. Immediately unplug
the equipment and contact your dealer or a Seiko Epson service center for
advice.
Never attempt to repair this product yourself. Improper repair work can be
dangerous.
Never disassemble or modify this product. Tampering with this product may
result in injury or fire.
Be sure to use the specified power source. Connection to an improper
power source may cause fire.
Do not allow foreign matter to fall into the equipment. Penetration by
foreign objects may lead to fire.
If water or other liquid spills into this equipment, do not continue to use it.
Continued use may lead to fire. Unplug the power cord immediately and
contact your dealer or a Seiko Epson service center for advice.
Seiko Epson recommends using the designated EPSON AC adapter
(PS-180) for the printer.

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CAUTION:
Do not connect cables in ways other than those mentioned in this manual.
Different connections may cause equipment damage and burning.
Be sure to set this equipment on a firm, stable, horizontal surface. Product
may break or cause injury if it falls.
Do not use in locations subject to high humidity or dust levels. Excessive
humidity and dust may cause equipment damage or fire.
Do not place heavy objects on top of this product. Never stand or lean on
this product. Equipment may fall or collapse, causing breakage and
possible injury.
To ensure safety, unplug this product before leaving it unused for an
extended period.
Before moving the product, unplug it and unplug all cables connected to
it.
If ink leaks out of the printer, wipe up the ink with a cloth or similar material
immediately and contact your dealer or a Seiko Epson service center for
advice.
Notes on Usage
❏When using the printer, do not open the covers.
❏Protect the printer from impact.
❏Do not apply excessive force to the printer case.
❏Do not place food or beverages such as coffee on the printer case.
Notes on Installation
❏Be sure that the printer is installed horizontally.
❏Do not install the printer in a dusty place.
❏Install the printer away from magnetic devices.
❏Cables or other foreign objects must not be caught on the printer.
❏Because cards are ejected toward the back of the printer, allow at least
60 mm {2.36} behind the printer when installing it.
Notes on Transportation
1. Remove the ink cartridge before transporting the printer. After
transportation, install a new ink cartridge.
2. Keep the printer upright and horizontal during transportion.
3. Be sure not to ship ink cartridges that have been removed from the
packing. Ink may leak.

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Purpose of This Manual
This manual describes basic operations for operators of the single color
(black ink) TM-J9000 printer, and the two color (black and red/green/
blue) TM-J9100 printer to enable safe and correct use of the printer.
Part Names
Note:
DIP Switch 2 is intended for switching the interface. Do not change the position
of the DIP switch 2 except when changing the interface.
Hooking the USB cable on the locking wire saddle prevents the cable from
falling off.
Unpacking
The following items are included for the standard specification printer. If
any item is damaged, contact your dealer.
❏Printer ❏Roll paper
❏Ink cartridge ❏User’s Manual (this manual)
❏Power switch cover ❏Feeder guide
❏Instruction sheet ❏Ink cartridge manual
❏Pocket (only for the ASF model)
Scanner
Control panel
Power switch
Card entrance
Roll paper section
F
ee
d
er
Cartridge cover tab Validation section
Roll paper cover
open button
Power supply connector USB connector DIP switch 2
Locking wire saddle

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Attaching the Feeder Guide
Feeding paper using the included feeder guide allows you to insert a
check straight. Also, the auto sheet feeder (ASF) model printers can feed
up to 25 checks without manual feeding.
Follow these steps to attach the feeder guide.
1. Hold the edge of the feeder guide carefully.
2. Insert the dowels of the feeder guide into the holes on the feeder
guide; then move it down until it stops in place.
Attaching the Pocket (only for the ASF model)
A pocket is provided with each auto sheet feeder (ASF) model printer.
Follow the steps shown below to attach the pocket.
1. Push down the pocket cover on the left of the printer, and remove it.
Note:
To attach the cover again, insert the cover while pushing it up.
➀
➁
Dowel of the feeder guide

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2. Make sure that the ejection lever is open. If it is closed, open it.
Note:
Be careful not to hurt your fingers on the lever edge.
3. Position the pocket as shown in the picture below, and push it into the
printer until it clicks in place.
4. Unfold the stopper of the pocket as shown in the following picture.
The ejection lever is open. The ejection lever is closed.
Insert the hooks on the four corners of the
pocket into the holes indicated with the
circles, and move the pocket into place.
➁
➀
Stopper

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Note:
To remove the pocket, place the printer vertically as shown in the picture below;
then while pushing up the lever on the bottom of the pocket, slightly push the
pocket backward, and then pull it up.
Control Panel (LEDs and Buttons)
POWER LED
❏Comes on when the printer power is on.
❏Flashes during cleaning and other operations, such as power-on and
power-off.
Note:
Never open a cover or turn off the printer while the POWER LED is flashing.
ERROR LED
❏Comes on when the printer is off line (and when the roll paper is out,
or the printer cover is open.)
❏Flashes when an error occurs. (See the “Troubleshooting” (on page 19
of this manual) for more information.)
➀
➁
Push up the lever.
POWER LED POWER LED
ERROR LED
INK LED (Black)
PAPER OUT LED
VALIDATION/
FEEDER LED
ID LED
(Unused)
ERROR LED
INK LED (Black)
PAPER OUT LED
VALIDATION/
FEEDER LED
ID LED
INK LED (Color)
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INK OUT LED
❏Flashes when the ink is almost out. (You can continue printing.)
❏Comes on when no ink cartridge is installed or the ink is out. (The
printer goes off line, and the ERROR LED comes on.)
Note:
The TM-J9000 has an INK OUT LED for BLACK only, whereas the TM-J9100
has LEDs for both BLACK and COLOR.
PAPER OUT LED
Comes on when the roll paper is out or almost out.
VALIDATION/FEEDER LED
❏Comes on when the printer is ready to process checks.
❏Flashes when the printer is waiting for check insertion or removal.
ID CARD LED
❏Comes on when the printer is ready to process ID cards.
❏Flashes when the printer is waiting for card insertion or removal.
CLEANING Button
When printing becomes faint or uneven, press this button for more than
three seconds. The printing section inside the printer will be cleaned
automatically, and the printing will be back to normal.
Note:
Press this button for more than three seconds only when the INK OUT LED is
not lit or flashing.
Pressing the CLEANING button unecessarily leads to a waste of ink.
FEED Button
Press this button to feed the roll paper.
Power Switch and Power Switch Cover
Press the power switch to turn on or off the printer.
Note:
Never open a cover or turn off the printer while the POWER LED is flashing.