Epson U950 - TM B/W Dot-matrix Printer User manual

High-Performance
2.5 Station Printer
EPSON
TM-U950
Printer
This high-performance 2.5 station model in the
TM Series will meet your multifunction needs for
large POS systems.
Versatility and dependability make the TM-U950 the
perfect choice for large POS systems used by mass
merchandisers and other large stores.
• High performance
• Versatile and fast, wide slip printer
• Flexible paper handling
• NT & IT service connectivity
•ESC/POS
& OPOS
Advanced paper
handling
The multifunctional TM-U950
handles a variety of printing
formats including receipts, journals,
and wide slips. When it comes to
slip printing, the EPSON
TM-U950 will print an original
and up to four duplicates.
High performance
With print speeds exceeding
300 characters per second, and the
unique ability to print 88 columns,
the TM-U950 quickly gets the
customers through the checkout
line. Add MICR capability and
the TM-U950 becomes an ideal
candidate for retail and mass
merchandiser applications.
User-friendly design
The drop-in semi-automatic paper
loading system and two paper
sensors reduce reloading time.
In combination with an EPSON
Intelligent Module, the TM-U950
printer offers an unparalleled
selection of business applications.
Add an ASB (Automatic Status
Back) function to keep operators
constantly informed of printer
status.
Reliability
EPSON’s world-renowned quality
and reliability are reflected in
every component and mechanism
of the TM-U950, ensuring products
unsurpassed in performance
and dependability.
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High-Performance
2.5 Station Printer
EPSON TM-U950 Printer
Inch values are approximate.
cpi: characters per 25.4 mm (characters per inch)
cps: characters per second
Specifications are subject to change without notice. Conforms to OLE POS specifications.
TM-U950 Specifications
Print Method 9-pin, serial impact dot matrix
Print Font 7 ×9 / 9 ×9
Column capacity Receipt (Journal): 40 / 30 columns
Slip: 88 / 66 columns
Character size 1.3 ×3.1 mm (W ×H) / 1.6 ×3.1 mm (W ×H)
{0.05 ×0.12" / 0.06 ×0.12"}
Character set 95 Alphanumeric characters, 32 International characters, 128 ×8 Graphic characters
Characters per 25.4 mm 16.7 cpi / 12.5 cpi
Print Speed 311 cps / 233 cps
Data Buffer 2 KB or 32 bytes
Interfaces RS-232C / Bi-directional parallel
Paper Dimensions Receipt (Journal): roll paper 69.5 ±0.5 (W) ×diameter 83.0 mm {2.73 ±0.02 ×diameter 3.27"}
Slip: 70 to 210 ×70 to 297 mm (W ×L) {2.76 to 8.27 ×2.76 to 11.69"}
Paper Thickness Receipt (Journal): 0.06 to 0.09 mm {0.0024 to 0.0035"}
Slip: 0.09 to 0.36 mm {0.0035 to 0.0142"}, Validation: 0.09 to 0.2 mm {0.0035 to 0.0079"}
Copy Capability One original and four copies (for slip)
Inked Ribbon ERC-31 (purple, black)
Ribbon Life 7,000,000 characters (purple), 4,500,000 characters (black)
Power 24 VDC ±10%
Current Consumption Approx. 1.8A (at VDC)
D.K.D. Function 2 drivers
Reliability MTBF 180,000 hours
MCBF 18,000,000 lines
Overall Dimensions 251 ×298 ×194.5 mm (W ×D ×H) {9.9 ×11.7 ×7.7"} (TM-U950)
251 ×298 ×193.7 mm (W ×D ×H) {9.9 ×11.7 ×7.6"} (TM-U925)
Mass Approx. 5.6 kg {12.3 lb}
EMI Standards VCCI class A, FCC class A, CE marking
Safety Standards UL, CSA
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