Epson TM-T60/T60P User manual

THERMAL LINE PRINTER
TM-T60/T60P
TM-T80/T80P
Operator’s Manual
400206500

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NOTICE:
The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.
Copyright © 1993 by Seiko Epson Corporation, Nagano, Japan

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
l Command protocol based on ESC/POS
TM
, 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
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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
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2
l-2 Choosing a Place for the Printer
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3
l-3 Removing the Protective Material
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3
l-4 Names and Functions of Parts
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Chapter 2 Before Setting Up 6
2- 1 Connecting the Power Supply to the Printer
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2-2 Connecting the Host Computer to the Printer
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7
Chapter 3 Installing the Parts 9
3 - 1 Installing the Roll Paper
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9
3-2 Adjusting the Paper-End Detector
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3 -3 Setting the DIP Switches
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Chapter 4 The Self Test
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4 - 1 The Open-Cover Detector
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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
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5 - 2 Printable Area
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5 - 3 Miscellaneous Notes
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5-4 Error Correction ..................................................................
5-5 Cleaning the Head ...............................................................
Chapter 6 Software Control
6 - 1 Printer Control
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6 - 2 Command Descriptions
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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
n Checking the parts
Remove the printer and other parts from the box.
l Printer
l Roll paper
l 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.
n 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.
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.
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.

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Names and Functions of Parts
n 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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Operation panel
Panel switches
POWER
Press the POWER button to turn the printer ON and OFF. When
the button is pushed down, the power is on. When pressed again,
the button returns to its original position, turning the power off.
l Do not turn the power off during printing.
PAPER FEED
Press the PAPER FEED button to feed roll paper.
l You cannot feed paper when the printer cover is open.
Panel lights (LED)
POWER (green)
The POWER light is on when power is turned on.
ERROR (red)
The ERROR light is on when the printer cover is not closed com-
pletely, or when the paper roll is near the end. The light blinks during an
error condition, or when waiting for data during macro execution.
PAPER (red)
The PAPER light is on when roll paper is not loaded, or when the
paper roll is near the end.
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Chapter 2 Before Setting Up
2- 1 Connecting the Power Supply to the Printer
n Plugging in AC adapter
The printer must be connected to an external power supply.
Be sure to use a power cable that matches the specifications of both
the printer and the power supply unit.
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l Before connecting the printer to the power supply, make sure
that the voltage (24 VDC) and power specifications match the
printer’s requirements.
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Connect the power unit according to the following procedure.
Make sure the printer and the power unit are turned off.
Plug the power cable’s connector into the printer’s power connector
with the arrow mark facing downward.
Plug the power cord into the outlet, and turn on the power unit.
TM-T60/T80
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2-2 Connecting the Host Computer to the Printer
n Connecting the interface cable
Connect the printer to a host ECR (host computer) using an interface
cable matching the specifications of the printer and the host ECR
(host computer).
TM-T6O/T80
Connect the interface cable according to the following procedure.
Turn off the printer, power unit, and host computer.
Plug the interface cable connector into the interface connector on the
printer; then insert a screwdriver between the rear rubber feet and fasten
the screws on both sides of the connector.
Plug the drawer-kick cable connector into the drawer-kick connector on the
printer (if this connector is covered, you cannot attach a drawer-kick cable
to your printer).
l Remove the drawer-kick cable by pressing in on the connector’s clip and
pulling out.
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TM-T60P/T80P
Connect the interface cable according to the following procedure.
Turn off the printer, power unit, and host computer.
Plug the interface cable connector into the interface connector on
the printer.
Squeeze the wire clips together until they lock in place on both
sides of the connector.
Attack the ground wire to the ground connector on the right side of
the interface connector.
Plug the drawer-kick cable connector into the drawer-kick connector
on the printer (if this connector is covered, you cannot attach a
drawer-kick cable to your printer).
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Chapter 3 Installing the Parts
3-l Installing the Roll Paper
Installing the roll paper
Be sure to use roll paper that matches the printers specifications.
Using scissors, cut the leading edge of the roll paper perpendicular
to the paper feed direction.
Open the printer cover and raise the release-lever toward you.
Release lever
Load the roll paper while Iightiy pressing the right roll paper holder
outward. Release the holder after fitting the paper core onto
the holder. Make sure the roll paper turns freely.
When loading roll paper, make sure to insert so that it rotates in
the correct direction.
Correct
Incorrect
Roll paper holder
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Chapter 3 Installing the Parts
3-l Installing the Roll Paper
Installing the roll paper
Be sure to use roll paper that matches the printers specifications.
Using scissors, cut the leading edge of the roll paper perpendicular
to the paper feed direction.
Open the printer cover and raise the release-lever toward you.
Release lever
Load the roll paper while Iightly pressing the right roll paper holder
outward. Release the holder after fitting the paper core onto
the holder. Make sure the roll paper turns freely.
When loading roll paper, make sure to insert so that it rotates in
the correct direction.
Correct
Incorrect
Roll paper holder
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Insert the edge of the roll paper into the paper slot and turn the
paper-feed knob in the direction of the arrow to feed the paper 5
cm beyond the tear-off edge.
l Don’t turn the paper-feed knob when the release lever is down.
Paper-feed knob
Raise the head-open lever, unroll the paper a little and pull lightly
from the roll paper side to eliminate twist or misalignment.
Retighten the roll paper to remove any slack. Roth edges of the
paper should be aligned parallel to the paper roll.
Push down the release lever and then the head-open lever. Tear
off any extra paper at the tear-off edge by pulling the paper toward
you.
Close
the
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n Removing jammed paper
Removing jammed paper according to the following steps.
Open the printer cover and raise the head-open lever.
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CAUTION:
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* The print head is very hot immediately after printing.
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Always remove jammed paper after the print head has cooled.
Head-open lever
Remove any jammed paper.
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CAUTION:
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Push the head-open lever down. Reload roll paper and close the
printer cover. See 3-l
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3 -2 Adjusting the Paper-End Detector
n The paper-end detector
The paper-end detector senses when the paper is nearing its end and
turns on the PAPER lamp.
The paper-end detector can be adjusted according the thickness of the
Paper.
n How to adjust the paper-end detector
Roll paper may differ in spool size, so it may be necessary to adjust
the paper-end detector.
Use the specified paper roll with a cure inside diameter (d1) of 12mm
and an outside diameter (d2) of 18 mm.
The thickness of the spool can vary; use the table to determine
the paper-end detector adjustment.
Table 3-l. Adjustment Values of the Paper-end Detector
Adjustment Value Dimension of T (mm)
#l
Approx. 0
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#2 Approx. 2
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#3 Approx. 4
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#4 Approx. 6
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#5 Approx. 8
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#6 Approx . 10
d2
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Loosen the adjusting screw that holds the paper-end detector.
Then set the top of the positioning plate to the appropriate adjustment
position, and tighten the adjusting screw.
NOTES:
1 . The T dimensions corresponding to the adjustment values in
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the table are caluculated from standard measurements; some
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variations in the actual mechanism.
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