Epson TM-T88VI-iHUB User manual

User’s Manual
Before Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Part Names and Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Installing/Replacing the Roll Paper . . . . . . . . . . 12
Cleaning the Product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Product Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
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Before Use
Please read this manual carefully before using this product. Keep this manual at hand for
immediate reference whenever necessary. For details about the functions and operation procedure
of this product and software, refer to Technical Reference Guide.
Key to Symbols
The symbols shown below are used in this manual in order to ensure safety and proper use of this
product and to prevent danger to customers and other persons, and property damage. The symbols
indicate the precaution levels as described below. Be sure that you completely understand their
meaning before reading this manual.
!WARNING:
Handling the product improperly by ignoring this symbol can lead to death or serious injury.
!CAUTION:
Handling the product improperly by ignoring this symbol can lead to injury and property damage.
QNote:
Provides important information and useful tips.
Safety Precautions
!WARNING:
Be sure to use the specified AC adapter. Connection to an improper power source may cause
fire.
Caution Labels
The caution labels on the product indicate the following precautions.
!KCAUTION:
Do not touch the thermal head during printing or immediately after printing. After printing, the
thermal head can be very hot.
!CAUTION:
Touching the manual cutter may cause injury.

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Part Names and Functions
1 NFC Tag
A mark is printed here to indicate the position of the NFC tag. To establish communication with an
NFC device, bring the device close to this mark. For details on functions that use the NFC tag, see the
Technical Reference Guide.
2 Roll paper cover
Open this cover to install/replace the roll paper.
3 Manual cutter
Use this cutter when you cut the roll paper manually.
4 Cutter cover
Open this cover to unlock the autocutter blade when the roll paper cover does not open due to a
paper jam.
5 Power switch
Use this switch to turn on or off the printer.
6 Connector cover
Use the printer with this cover attached to protect cables.
7 Cover open button
Use this button to open the roll paper cover.
8 Dip switch cover
Open the cover to view the dip switches for communication settings. Do not change the DIP switch
settings.
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Control Panel
1 (Power) LED
This LED is on when the printer is on.
2 (Error) LED
This indicates an error.
3 (Paper) LED
On indicates a paper near end or out. Flashing indicates standby.
4 Feed button
Press this button once to feed the roll paper for one line. Hold down this button to continue feeding
the roll paper.
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Interface
All the ports and connectors are located on the back of the printer.
1 Drawer kick connector
Connects the modular cable for the cash drawer.
2 Ethernet port
Connects the 10 BASE-T/100 BASE-TX LAN cable.
3 Serial port
Use only for connecting external devices.
4 USB Type A port
Use only for connecting external devices.
!CAUTION:
It may be hard to disconnect some types of USB cable. Do not forcibly pull the cable, or the USB port
and USB cable may be damaged. Contact your dealer if you encounter the trouble.
5 USB port with charging function
Connects a USB cable for connecting to an external USB device, or for charging a connected smart
device or USB device. By using the setting utilities, you can configure whether to use the port for
connecting a device or charging a device.
!CAUTION:
It may be hard to disconnect some types of USB cable. Do not forcibly pull the cable, or the USB port
and USB cable may be damaged. Contact your dealer if you encounter the trouble.
6 Power supply connector
Connects the DC cable for the AC adapter.
7 USB Type B port
Connects the USB cable for connecting to computers.
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Setup
Installing the Printer
Install the printer horizontally on a flat surface.
Connecting the AC Adapter
!WARNING:
Be sure to use the specified AC adapter [AC adapter,V (Model: M344A)]. Connection to an
improper power source may lead to equipment damage, fire, or electric shock.
1. Make sure the printer is turned off.
2. Connect the DC cable of the AC adapter to the power supply connector (stamped 24V).
3. Connect the AC cable to the AC adapter.
4. Connect the AC cable plug to a power outlet.
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Connecting External Devices
If you connect external devices, connect each cable to the port/connector on the back of the
printer. (U“Interface” on page 5)
!CAUTION:
❏ When connecting external devices to the USB ports, follow the precautions below.
• Confirm the rated current of the external devices by checking the descriptions on the devices or manuals.
Connect the external devices only when those total rated current is less than 2.0 A. Do not use a device
whose rated current is unclear.
• Use UL-approved external devices (only for North American users).
❏ When charging smart devices or USB devices from the USB port with charging function, make
sure you use the genuine cable for the device you are using.
❏ When Ethernet cables are installed outdoors, make sure devices without proper surge protection
are cushioned by being connected through devices that do have surge protection. Otherwise, the
devices can be damaged by lightning.
❏ It may be hard to disconnect some types of USB cable. Do not forcibly pull the cable, or the USB
port and USB cable may be damaged. Contact your dealer if you encounter the trouble.
Attaching the Connector Cover
Follow the steps below to attach the connector cover to protect the cables.
1. Turn over the printer.
2. Position the two hooks on both sides of the connector cover so that they hook the printer case.
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3. Push the connector cover down to click onto the printer case.
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❏ You can use the enclosed screw to fix the connector cover.
❏ To remove the connector cover, turn the printer over, remove the screw, and push the connector
cover down while pushing both sides of the connector cover inward to detach the hooks from the
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Arranging the Cables
Pass the cables through cable exits in the connector cover.
Some cables can be routed out from the front by passing them through the notch in the printer
bottom.
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❏ When using cables without lock, use of the bundled cable lock band is recommended.
❏ You can also attach bottom cover to hide connectors.
Bundled cable
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After the cable arrangement, turn over the printer, and make sure the cables are not pinched.
Attaching the Power Switch Cover
By attaching the power switch cover, you can prevent accidental operations of the power switch.
You can turn on and off the power switch by inserting a sharp-pointed object in the holes on the
power switch cover. To detach the cover, use a sharp-pointed object.
To use this cover, install it as shown in the illustration below.
!WARNING:
If an accident occurs with the power switch cover attached, unplug the power cord
immediately. Continued use may cause fire or shock.