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Printed in Japan
hybrid printer
TM-H5000II series
Operator’s Manual
MICR Option Included
400826500
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Printer Parts and Labels
Caution Labels
CAUTION:
Thermal head and printer head are hot.
ATTENTION:
La téte thermique et la téte d’imprimante sont chaudes.
VORSICHT:
Der Thermalkopf und der Druckerkopf sind heiß.
CAUTION:
Caution labels for drawer kick-out and display module
connectors.
ERROR
PAPER
OUT
POWER
FEED
Paper roll
control panel
Paper roll cover
Slip paper
control panel
Front cover
On/Off switch
Auto-cutter cover
POWER
FORWARD ERROR
RELEASE
SLIP
REVERSE RELEASE
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Printerd in Japan
Instruction Labels
CAUTION:
Caution labels for drawer kick-out and display module
connectors.
Ribbon installation
front cover
Label inside paper
roll cover Label inside
cutter section
label inside
1
2
Label affixed on
the document table
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Quick Reference
This Quick Reference will direct you to key areas of this Operator’s
Manual. For a complete listing of topics, see the Contents.
Printer Parts and Labels inside front cover
Ordering Paper and Ribbons page viii
Where to order paper and ribbons.
Setting Up the Printer page 1-1
How to set up the printer.
Installing and Replacing Paper page 1-10
How to load or change the roll paper.
Validating and Verifying Checks page 2-5
How to validate and verify checks using the optional Magnetic Ink
Character Recognition (MICR) Reader.
Solving Problems page 3-1
How to correct problems.
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retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, 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 from 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: accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or
unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the
U.S.) failure to strictly comply with Seiko Epson Corporation’s operating and
maintenance instructions.
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 is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.
ESC/POS is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.
NOTICE: The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.
Copyright © 1997 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 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 invalidate
the FCC Verification 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 Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-
Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigenves du Règlement
sur le matériel brouileur du Canada.
GEREÄUSCHPEGEL
Gemäß der Dritten Verordnung zum Gerätesicherheitsgesetz
(Maschinenlärminformations- Verordnung-3. GSGV) ist der arbeitsplatzbezogene
Geräusch-Emissionswert kleiner als 70 dB(A) (basierend auf ISO 7779).
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Product Name: Printer
Model Name: M128C
This printer conforms to the following Directives and Norms:
Directive 89/336/EEC
EN 55022 (1987 and 1994 2nd/1995) Class B
EN 50082-1 (1992)
IEC 801-2 (1991)
IEC 801-3 (1984)
IEC 801-4 (1988)
Directive 90/384/EEC
EN45501: (1992)
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
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EMI and Safety Standards Applied
The following standards are applied only to the printers that are so
labeled. (EMC is tested using the EPSON PS-170 power supply)
Europe: CE marking
EN55022
EN50082-1
EN45501
Safety Standard: TÜV
North America: EMI: FCC Class A
Safety standards: UL 1950-2TH-D3
C-UL
Japan: EMI: VCCI Class 1
China (the People’s Republic of China):
Safety standards:GB4943-1995
Oceania: EMI: AS/NZS 3548 class B
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About This Manual
Setting Up and Using
❏Chapter 1 contains information on unpacking the printer, setting it up, setting
the DIP switches, and adjusting the paper near end sensor.
❏Chapter 2 contains information on using the printer.
❏Chapter 3 contains troubleshooting information.
Reference
❏Chapter 4 contains specifications
❏Appendix A tells how to change the DIP switch and paper near end settings,
and Appendix B lists the EPSON Sales Subsidiaries and their addresses.
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
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.
Note:
Notes have important information and useful tips on the operation of your
printer.
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