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TM-U200 Series Type(B)
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TM-U200 Series
(Type B)
Operator’s Manual
400802000
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Printer parts
Control panel
Printer coverr
Drawer kick-out connectors
Power connector
Interface
Connector
DIP switches
Model with Serial
Interface
Model with Parallel
Interface
Power switch
PAPER FEED
button
ERROR light POWER light
PAPER OUT light
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errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the
use of the information contained herein.
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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
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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 class A respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur
le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
GERÄUSCHPEGEL
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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Contents
Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Selecting the Place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Attaching the Paper Roll Near-End Detector (Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Connecting the Printer to the Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
TM-U200B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
TM-U200PB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Connecting the Printer to the Drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Grounding the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Connecting the Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Installing the Ribbon Cassette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11
Installing the Paper Roll . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
Running the Self Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Setting the DIP Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18
Using the Power Switch Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21
Affixing the Fastening Tape (Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22
Chapter 2 Using the Printer
Operating the Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Chapter 3 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
General problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Printing problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Removing jammed paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Hexadecimal Dump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Chapter 4 Reference Information
Printing Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Character Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Paper Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Safety and EMI Standards Applied . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Reliability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Environmental Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Interface Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
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Introduction
Features
The TM-U200 Series printers are one-station printers for ECR and POS use that can
be used for printing the results of weighing or measuring.
TM-U200 Series (Type B) has the following 2 models.
• Two-color type with a serial interface
• Two-color type with a parallel interface
The main features of the TM-U200 Series printers are the following:
❏High-speed printing through logic-seeking control
❏Excellent reliability and long life due to use of two stepping motors, one for
moving the carriage and one for paper feeding
❏Flexible paper feed setting permits printing of any user-defined format
❏Command protocol based on ESC/POS, a widely used standard
❏Built-in drawer kick-out interface provides capability to drive two drawers
❏Selectable character fonts (7 x 9, 9 x 9)
❏Semi-automatic paper loading capability
❏AC adapter provides compact power supply
❏Compact and light in weight
❏Automatic Status Back (ASB) function to send printer status changes
automatically
❏Bidirectional parallel interface in accordance with the IEEE 1284 Nibble/Byte
Modes
❏Two-color printing (black and red)
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About This Manual
Setting Up and Using
❏Chapter 1 contains information on unpacking the printer, setting it up, running
the self test, and setting the DIP switches.
❏Chapter 2 contains information on using the printer.
❏Chapter 3 contains troubleshooting information.
Reference
❏Chapter 4 contains specifications.
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings
Note:
Notes have important information and useful tips on the operation of your
printer.
CAUTION:
Cautions must be observed to avoid minor injury to yourself or
damage to your equipment.
WARNING:
Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid serious bodily
injury.
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Setting Up the Printer 1–1
Chapter 1
Setting Up the Printer
Unpacking
When you unpack the TM-U200 Series Type B printer, make sure
you have these items.
If any item is missing or damaged, please contact your dealer for
assistance.
Note:
See the Note on page 1-5 for information on the screws.
Printer
Ribbon cassette
Roll paper Power switch cover
Power supply (The power supply may
Hexagonal lock screw (2 pcs)
(only for the printer with the serial
interface and only included when the
not be included with the printer with
the serial interface.)
power supply is also included)
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1–2 Setting Up the Printer
Selecting the Place
Place the printer on a surface that is as horizontal as possible.
The printer should be installed so that it does not move or vibrate
during paper cutting or the drawer kick-out operation.
Fastening tape is available as an option.
Attaching the Paper Roll Near-End Detector (Option)
If you do not have a paper roll near-end detector or do not want to
attach it, skip this section.
Note:
If you use this detector, use paper rolls with a core diameter 10.5
to 12.5 mm so that the detector detects the remaining paper
correctly.
1. Make sure that the power supply is disconnected from the
printer.
2. Remove four screws from the bottom of the printer; then
remove the cover.
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Setting Up the Printer 1–3
3. Two spacers are included with the near-end detector. See the
illustration below and decide whether or not you want to use
them. Use them if you want the near-end detector to be
triggered when distance A is 3 to 4 mm; otherwise it will be
triggered when distance A is approximately 6 mm.
4. Secure the paper roll near-end detector (and spacers) with two
screws. When you insert the spacers, be sure you set the
spacers in the direction shown in the illustration.
distance A
Spacer
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1–4 Setting Up the Printer
5. Connect the connector for the detector to CN11 of the printer.
Position the cable as shown in the illustration.
6. Replace the cover and fasten it with the four screws.
Connecting the Printer to the Computer
You need an appropriate serial interface or parallel interface cable
to connect your computer to the printer.
The Model with Serial Interface
1. Make sure that the printer and the computer are turned off.
Then plug the cable into the connector on the printer, as shown.
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Setting Up the Printer 1–5
Note:
Your printer comes with inch-type hexagonal lock screws installed.
If you plan to use an interface cable that requires millimeter-type
lock screws, replace the inch-type screws with the enclosed
millimeter-type screws by using a hex screwdriver (5 mm). To
distinguish the two types of screws, see the illustration below.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the connector on your
computer.
The Model with Parallel Interface
1. Make sure the printer and the computer are turned off. Then
plug the cable into the connector on the printer, as shown.
Note:
Squeeze the wire clips on the printer together until they lock in
place on both sides of the connector.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the connector on your
computer.
Notch (one or more lines)
Millimeter-type
Inch-type
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1–6Setting Up the Printer
Connecting the Printer to the Drawer
WARNING:
Use a drawer that matches the printer specification. Using an
improper drawer may damage the drawer as well as the
printer.
Plug the drawer cable intothe drawer kick-out connector on the
bottom of the printer next to the computer interface connector.
CAUTION:
Do not connect a telephone line to the drawer kick-out
connector; otherwise the printer and the telephone line may
be damaged.
Model with Parallel
Interface
Model with Serial
Interface
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Setting Up the Printer 1–7
Den Drucker an die Lade anschließen
Das Kabel der Lade an die Schnappsteckerbuchse (neben der
Schnittstellenbuchse) an der Unterseite des Druckers anschließen.
ACHTUNG:
Kein Telefonkabel an die Schnappsteckerbuchse
anschließen.
Model with Serial
Interface
Model with Parallel
Interface
Mod el
Mod
MO
Mo
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1–8 Setting Up the Printer
Grounding the Printer
You need a ground wire to ground your printer. Make sure the
wire meets the specification below.
Thickness of wire: AWG 18 or equivalent
Diameter of terminal to be attached: 3.2
1. Make sure the printer is turned off.
2. Connect the ground wire to the printer using the FG screw on
the bottom of the printer, as shown.
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Setting Up the Printer 1–9
Connecting the Power Supply
This printer requires an external power supply. Be sure to use a
power supply that matches the specifications.
WARNING:
Using an incorrect power supply may cause fire or electrical
shock.
CAUTION:
When connecting or disconnecting the power supply from
the printer, make sure that the power supply is not plugged
into an electrical outlet; otherwise you may damage the
power supply or the printer.
CAUTION:
Do not connect the enclosed power supply to the EPSON
customer display DM-D101 or DM-D202. This can damage the
customer display and the power supply. However, you can
connect this power supply to the EPSON customer display
DM-D101 II or DM-D202 II.
Note:
The power supply may not be included with the printer
with serial interface.
1. Make sure the printer and the power supply are turned off.
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1–10 Setting Up the Printer
2. Plug the power supply’s cable into the printer’s connector as
shown below. Note that the flat side of the connector faces
down.
3. Plug the power supply’s cord into an outlet.
❏If you ever need to remove the cable, unplug the power
supply’s cord from an outlet and then grasp the connector
firmly at the arrow mark and pull it straight out.
Model with Parallel
Interface
Model with
Serial Interface
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Setting Up the Printer 1–11
Installing the Ribbon Cassette
CAUTION:
Never turn the ribbon cassette’s feed knob in the opposite
direction of the arrow marked on the cassette; otherwise the
ribbon cassette may be damaged.
Be sure the printer is not receiving data when you replace a
ribbon cassette; otherwise, data may be lost.
Note:
Use the EPSON ERC-38 ribbon cassette for your printer.
1. Open the printer cover.
2. Turn the ribbon cassette’s knob in the direction of the arrow to
take up any slack in the ribbon.
3. Open the auto cutter by pulling the tab up and toward you.
4. Insert the ribbon in the position shown in the illustration on the
next page and push the ribbon cassette until it clicks.
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1–12 Setting Up the Printer
Note:
Make sure the ribbon is installed between the print head and the
platen without wrinkles or creases.
5. Turn the ribbon cassette’s knob 5 or 6 times in the direction of
the arrow again to take up any slack in the ribbon.
6. Close the auto cutter by using the tab.
7. Close the printer cover.
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