Oki OKIPOS 426S User manual

OKIPOS 426S
45470001EE Rev.1

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Document Title and Part Number
OKIPOS 426S User’s Guide
P/N 45470001EE
Disclaimer
Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this document is complete,
accurate, and up-to-date. Oki Data assumes no responsibility for the results of errors or
omissions beyond its control. Oki Data also cannot guarantee that changes in software and
equipment made by other manufacturers and referred to in this document will not affect the
applicability of the information in it. Mention of software products manufactured by other
companies does not necessarily constitute endorsement by Oki Data.
Copyright Information
Copyright 2012 by Oki Data. All Rights Reserved
First Edition: October, 2012
Written and produced by the Oki Data Training and Publications Department.
Contact Information
Refer to "Oki Contact Details" on the last page.

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User’s Guide: English 3
Contents
1. Setting Up the Printer..................................................................................... 6
1.1 Select a Location.......................................................................................................... 6
1.2 Where to install your printer.......................................................................................... 6
1.3 Unpacking................................................................................................................... 7
1.4 Installing the Printer..................................................................................................... 8
1.4.1 Remove the Shipping Restraints................................................................................. 9
1.4.2 Connecting the Computer ........................................................................................10
1.4.3 Connecting the Cash Drawer ....................................................................................10
1.4.4 Connecting the Power..............................................................................................10
1.4.5 Installing the Ribbon Cartridge .................................................................................11
1.5 Installing the Paper .....................................................................................................14
1.5.1 Roll paper..............................................................................................................15
1.5.1.1 Adjusting the Roll Paper Guide .............................................................................15
1.5.1.2 Loading the Roll Paper ........................................................................................17
1.5.1.3 Adjusting the Roll Paper Near End Sensing Position .................................................18
1.5.2 Cut-Sheet Paper (Slip).............................................................................................19
1.5.2.1 Loading the Cut-Sheet Paper (Slip) .......................................................................19
1.5.3 Cut-Sheet Paper (Validation/Stub) ............................................................................20
1.5.3.1 Loading the Cut-Sheet Paper (Validation/Stub).......................................................20
1.5.4 Sprocket Paper (Tractor).........................................................................................23
1.5.4.1 Loading the Sprocket Paper (Tractor) ....................................................................23
2. Using the Printer .......................................................................................... 27
2.1 Operation Panel Functions ............................................................................................27
2.1.1 Switching Functions ................................................................................................28
2.1.2 LED Function..........................................................................................................29
2.2 Local Functions...........................................................................................................30
2.2.1 Types....................................................................................................................30
2.2.2 Starting.................................................................................................................31
2.3 Menu Function (Receipt) ..............................................................................................32
2.3.1 Menu List...............................................................................................................32
2.3.2 How to Operate ......................................................................................................34
2.4 Hex Dump Function (Receipt) .......................................................................................35
2.4.1 Print Format...........................................................................................................35
2.4.2 How to Print...........................................................................................................35
3. Maintenance................................................................................................. 36
3.1 Replacing the Ribbon Cartridge .....................................................................................36
3.2 Replacing the Roll Paper...............................................................................................39
3.3 Clearing Paper Jams ....................................................................................................40
4. Troubleshooting and Repair.......................................................................... 44
4.1 Alarm Indication for a Failure........................................................................................44
4.1.1 Details of Alarm Indications .....................................................................................45
4.1.2 LED Indication........................................................................................................46
5. Specications ............................................................................................... 47
5.1 Introduction ...............................................................................................................47
5.1.1 Scope of Application................................................................................................47
5.1.2 Characteristics .......................................................................................................47
5.1.3 Conguration .........................................................................................................49

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5.2 General Specications..................................................................................................50
5.2.1 Power Requirements ...............................................................................................50
5.2.2 Environmental Conditions ........................................................................................50
5.2.3 Agency Approvals ...................................................................................................50
5.3 Communication Interface Specications .........................................................................51
5.3.1 USB Interface ........................................................................................................51
5.3.2 Cash Drawer connector............................................................................................52
5.4 Physical Characteristics................................................................................................53
5.4.1 Printhead...............................................................................................................53
5.4.2 Printer ..................................................................................................................53
5.5 Logical Characteristics .................................................................................................54
5.5.1 Print Direction ........................................................................................................54
5.5.2 Selectable Character Pitches ....................................................................................54
5.5.3 Maximum Number of Characters per Line...................................................................54
5.5.4 Font Size/Cell Size ..................................................................................................55
5.5.5 Line Feed Pitches....................................................................................................55
5.6 Printer Performance.....................................................................................................55
5.6.1 Print Speed............................................................................................................55
5.6.2 Line Feed Speed .....................................................................................................55
5.7 Media Specications ....................................................................................................56
5.7.1 Cut-Sheet Paper (Slip/Validation)..............................................................................56
5.7.2 Cut-Sheet Paper (Counterfoil/Stub)...........................................................................56
5.7.3 Roll Paper ..............................................................................................................56
5.7.4 Sprocket Paper (Tractor)..........................................................................................57
5.7.5 Appendix: Media Specications................................................................................58
5.7.5.1 Cut-Sheet Paper (Slip/Validation) .........................................................................58
5.7.5.2 Roll paper .........................................................................................................67
5.7.5.3 Sprocket Paper (Tractor) .....................................................................................69
5.8 Paper Feed Specications .............................................................................................78
5.8.1 Paper feed methods/Paths .......................................................................................78
5.8.2 Paper Positioning Restrictions ...................................................................................78
5.8.3 Paper Tear-off ........................................................................................................78
5.8.4 Paper End Detection................................................................................................78
5.9 Ribbon Specications...................................................................................................79
5.10 Reliability .................................................................................................................79
6. Command Description .................................................................................. 80
6.1 Control Code List ........................................................................................................80
6.1.1 Function Code ........................................................................................................80
6.1.2 ESC Sequence........................................................................................................81
6.1.3 FS Sequence..........................................................................................................83
6.1.4 GS Sequence .........................................................................................................83
6.2 Character Set .............................................................................................................84
6.2.1 Code table .............................................................................................................84
6.2.1.1 USA..................................................................................................................84
6.2.1.2 Canada-French ..................................................................................................85
6.2.1.3 Multilingual........................................................................................................86
6.2.1.4 Portugal............................................................................................................87
6.2.1.5 Norway.............................................................................................................88
6.2.1.6 BRASCII ...........................................................................................................89
6.2.1.7 Abicomp ...........................................................................................................90
6.2.1.8 Multilingual 858 .................................................................................................91
6.2.1.9 ISO 8859/15 .....................................................................................................92
6.2.1.10 International character set table.........................................................................93

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7. Using the Unitool Printer Driver ................................................................... 94
7.1 Setting Slip Paper in the Paper Tray ...............................................................................94
7.1.1 Using Registered Paper Icons ...................................................................................95
7.1.2 Using Custom Size..................................................................................................98
7.1.2.1 Using Paper Size that is less than 187.96 mm (7.4") in Width...................................98
7.1.2.2 Using Paper Size that is 187.96 mm (7.4") or more and
less than 215.9 mm (8.5") in width ....................................................................103
7.2 About the Validation Printing Area ...............................................................................104
7.3 Setting Tractor Paper in the Tractor Unit .......................................................................107
7.4 Orientation...............................................................................................................107
8. Oki contact details...................................................................................... 108

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1. Setting Up the Printer
1.1 Select a Location
• Firm, level surface capable of supporting approximately 7kg (15.4 lbs).
• Clearance to open cover
• At least 100mm (4 inches) additional clearance on both sides for adequate ventilation
• Nearby power source
• Room temperature: 5° to 40° C (41° to 104° F)
• Relative humidity: 20 to 80%
• Away from direct sunlight
• Do not place the printer near a heater.
• Do not place it in a location with abrupt temperature changes.
• Do not let condensation develop on the printer.
• Do not place it in a dirty location.
• Do not place it near a device with abrupt consumption power uctuations.
• Do not place it near a device producing any noise.
• Do not place it near an object discharging static electricity (i.e., on a carpet).
• Do not place it near a location where it is subjected to any impacts or vibrations.
• Do not place it near a strong magnetic eld or source of corrosive gas.
1.2 Where to install your printer
Install your printer on as at and stable a desk as possible. Also, make sure that the following
installation space is reserved for services such as operation, daily check and replacement of supplies
to maintain the performance of your printer.
1 Approximately 100mm
2 50mm or less
3 750mm
4 600mm or more
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1.3 Unpacking
Getting Started
Check the contents:
1 Printer
2 Ribbon Cartridge
If anything is missing or damaged, contact your dealer immediately.
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1.4 Installing the Printer
Getting to Know the OKIPOS 426S
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54 3
1 Printer Cover
2 Control Panel
3 Paper Guide
4 Cover Open Bar
5 ON/OFF Switch

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1.4.1 Remove the Shipping Restraints
Important! Save the shipping restraints and packing materials in case you ever need to
ship the printer.
1. Remove the ve pieces of shipping tape.
2. Press the Cover open bar and open the printer cover.
3. Remove the two printhead shipping restraints and red rubber, and detach the two pieces of tape.
1 Printer Cover
2 Shipping Restraint
3 Control Panel
4 Red Rubber
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1.4.2 Connecting the Computer
This printer supports USB 2.0 Full speed interface when the interface board is installed in the printer.
1. Check to be sure that the printer’s power is OFF.
2. Connect the interface cable to the connector shown below.
1.4.3 Connecting the Cash Drawer
1. Check to be sure that the printer’s power is OFF.
2. Insert the cable connector from the Cash Drawer to the area indicated by DM above until you
hear a clicking sound.
1.4.4 Connecting the Power
1. Attach the power cord to the back of the printer.
2. Plug the opposite end into a suitable grounded outlet.