Epson TM-290-II User manual

SLIP PRINTER
Operator’s Manual
4001252
K01-00

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Corporation assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability
assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein.
Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this
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EPSON and ESC/POS™ are registered trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation.
NOTICE :
The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.
Copyright © 1992 by Seiko Epson Corporation, Nagano, Japan
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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 protec-
tion 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 invalidate the FCC Certification of this device and may
cause interference levels which exceed the limits established by
the FCC for this equipment. If this equipment has more than one
interface connector, do not leave cables connected to unused
interfaces.
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 Canadian Department of
Communications.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectri-
ques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques
de Classe A prescrites dans le règlement sur le brouillage
radioélectrique édicté par le Ministère des Communications du
Canada.
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INTRODUCTION
The TM-290 II is a terminal slip printer which uses a 7-pin shuttle dot
printing method, and provides the different modes, Standard and Page *
based on ESC/POS™.
The main features are as follows:
• Programmable page length
• Programmable print starting position
• Multiple character sizes (standard, double-width, double-height, and
quadruple characters)
• Character directions: 4
• International character set selection
• Forward and backward paper feeding
• Programmable paper feeding
• Paper eject function
• TOF and BOF detection
• Data reception during printing (improved throughput and less waiting time
for the host computer)
• 512 byte buffer memory
• Compact, space efficient design
• Drawer kick out function
l In Page Mode, the print data is buffered within a specified printable area
in the memory. After all the data has been buffered in the specified printable
area, it is all printed at one time.
Be sure to read the instructions in this manual carefully before using your
new EPSON printer.

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.
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II. REFERENCE
* 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.
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CONTENTS
1. SETTING UP
Chapter 1 Unpacking the Printer
1-1 Checking the Contents of the Box .......................................
1-2 Choosing a Place for the Printer .......................................
1-3 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
3-1 Installing the Ribbon Cassette ..........................................
3-2 Inserting Paper ..................................................................
3-3 DIP Switches ..................................................................
Chapter 4 The Self Test
4-1 Checking Operation with the Self Test ..............................
II. REFERENCE
Chapter 5 Cautions while Using the Printer
5-1 Switches and Commands ...................................................
5-2 Printable Area ..................................................................
5-3 Errors..............................................................................
Chapter 6 Software Control
6-1 Printer Control ..................................................................
6-2 Command Descriptions ......................................................
6-3 Commands ........................................................................
6-4 Page Mode........................................................................
APPENDIX
APPENDIX A General Specifications ..........................................
APPENDIX B Connectors .........................................................
APPENDIX C Interfaces .........................................................
APPENDIX D Miscellaneous Notes .............................................
APPENDIX E Character Code Tables .......................................
APPENDIX F Command Summary ..............................................
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I. SETTING UP

Chapter 1 Unpacking the Printer
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Checking the Contents of the Box
n Checking the parts
Remove the printer and other parts from the box.
• Transport damper • Printer
• Operator’s Manual • Ribbon cassette
Make sure no parts are missing or damaged.
If you find any damaged or missing parts, please contact your dealer
for assistance.
n Maintenance
Keep the packing case and the transport damper in case you ever need
to transport or store your printer.
n Optional Parts
Power supply unit : PS-111, PS-130
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1-2Choosing 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
temperatures or moisture.
n Do not use or store the printer in a dusty or dirty location.
n When setting up the printer, choose a stable, horizontal location.
Intense vibration or shock may damage the printer.
n Ensure the printer has enough space to be used easily.
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1-3Names and Functions of Parts
4 Part names
(1) Upper case
(2) Printer cover
(3) Operation panel
(4) Document table
(5) RESET switch
(6) Interface connector
(7) Drawer- kick connector
(8) Power connector
(9) DIP switches