Oki POS 425D Instruction Manual

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OKIPOS 425D
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Developer’s Guide
59336301

Document Title and Part Number
OKIPOS 425D Developer’s Guide
P/N 59336301
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 2001 by Oki Data. All Rights Reserved
First Edition: August, 2001
Written and produced by the Oki Data Training and Publications Department.
Contact Information
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MailingAddress
Oki DataAmericas
Training and Publications Department
2000 Bishops Gate Boulevard
Mount Laurel, NJ 08054-4620
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WebSite
Please visit Oki Data’s multilingual web site at:
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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
Getting Started ...........................................................................................................................................................................7
1.4 Installing the Printer ..............................................................................................................................................................8
Getting to Know the OKIPOS 425D ..........................................................................................................................................8
1.4.1 Remove the Shipping Restraints .....................................................................................................................................9
1.4.2 Setting the Interface Board Assembly............................................................................................................................10
1.4.2.1 Setting the DIP Switches (RS-232C) ........................................................................................................................10
1.4.2.2 Installing the Interface Board Assembly ..................................................................................................................11
1.4.3 Connecting the Computer .............................................................................................................................................12
1.4.4 Connecting the Cash Drawer .........................................................................................................................................12
1.4.5 Connecting the Customer Display.................................................................................................................................12
1.4.6 Connecting the Power....................................................................................................................................................12
1.4.7 Installing the Ribbon Cartridge.....................................................................................................................................13
1.5 Installing the Paper..............................................................................................................................................................16
1.5.1 Roll paper.......................................................................................................................................................................17
1.5.1.1 Adjusting the Roll Paper Guide (Receipt) ................................................................................................................17
1.5.1.2 Loading the Roll Paper (Receipt).............................................................................................................................18
1.5.1.3 Adjusting the Roll Paper Guide (Journal) ................................................................................................................20
1.5.1.4 Loading the Roll Paper (Journal) .............................................................................................................................21
1.5.1.5 Adjusting the Roll Paper Near End Sensing Position ..............................................................................................23
1.5.2 Cut-Sheet Paper (Slip) ....................................................................................................................................................24
1.5.2.1 Loading the Cut-Sheet Paper (Slip)...........................................................................................................................24
1.5.3 Cut-Sheet Paper (Validation/Stub).................................................................................................................................25
1.5.3.1 Loading the Cut-Sheet Paper (Validation/Stub) ......................................................................................................25
1.5.4 Sprocket Paper (Tractor)................................................................................................................................................28
1.5.4.1 Loading the Sprocket Paper (Tractor) .......................................................................................................................28
2. Using the Printer ............................................................................................................................................. 32
2.1 Operation Panel Functions ..................................................................................................................................................32
2.1.1 Switching Functions ......................................................................................................................................................33
2.1.2 LED Function.................................................................................................................................................................34
2.2 Local Functions...................................................................................................................................................................35
2.2.1 Types ..............................................................................................................................................................................35
2.2.2 Starting ...........................................................................................................................................................................36
2.3 Menu Function (Receipt) ....................................................................................................................................................37
2.3.1 OEM — Standard Model ...............................................................................................................................................37
2.3.2 OKI — Standard Model .................................................................................................................................................38
2.3.3 How to Operate...............................................................................................................................................................39
2.4 Hex Dump Function (Receipt) ............................................................................................................................................40
2.4.1 Print Format....................................................................................................................................................................40
2.4.2 How to Print ...................................................................................................................................................................40
2.5 Using the MICR Reader ......................................................................................................................................................41
2.6 MICR Read Test (Receipt) ..................................................................................................................................................43
2.7 Rewinder Winding Evaluation Continuous Print Test (Journal) ........................................................................................45
2.8 Using theAuto Cutter ..........................................................................................................................................................46
3. Maintenance..................................................................................................................................................... 47
3.1 Replacing the Ribbon Cartridge .........................................................................................................................................47
3.2 Replacing the Roll Paper ....................................................................................................................................................50
3.2.1 Roll Paper (Receipt) .......................................................................................................................................................50
3.2.2 Roll Paper (Journal) .......................................................................................................................................................51
3.3 Clearing Paper Jams ............................................................................................................................................................53

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4. Troubleshooting and Repair.......................................................................................................................... 58
4.1 Alarm Indication for a Failure .............................................................................................................................................58
4.1.1 Details of Alarm Indications ..........................................................................................................................................59
4.1.2 LED Indication...............................................................................................................................................................60
5. Specifications ................................................................................................................................................... 61
5.1 Introduction.........................................................................................................................................................................61
5.1.1 Scope of Application......................................................................................................................................................61
5.1.2 Characteristics................................................................................................................................................................61
5.1.3 Configuration.................................................................................................................................................................63
5.2 General Specifications.........................................................................................................................................................64
5.2.1 Power Requirements ......................................................................................................................................................64
5.2.2 Environmental Conditions.............................................................................................................................................64
5.2.3 Agency Approvals ..........................................................................................................................................................64
5.3 Communication Interface Specifications ............................................................................................................................65
5.3.1 Parallel Interface (OKI/OEM StandardType) ................................................................................................................65
5.3.2 RS-232C Interface (OKI Standard Type)........................................................................................................................66
5.3.3 Cash Drawer connector (OKI Standard Type) ................................................................................................................67
5.3.4 Customer Display connector (OKI Standard RS-232C Interface Type) ........................................................................68
5.4 Physical Characteristics ......................................................................................................................................................69
5.4.1 Printhead ........................................................................................................................................................................69
5.4.2 Printer .............................................................................................................................................................................69
5.5 Logical Characteristics........................................................................................................................................................70
5.5.1 Print Direction ................................................................................................................................................................70
5.5.2 Selectable Character Pitches ..........................................................................................................................................70
5.5.3 Maximum Number of Characters per Line.....................................................................................................................70
5.5.4 Font Size/Cell Size.........................................................................................................................................................71
5.5.5 Line Feed Pitches ...........................................................................................................................................................71
5.6 Printer Performance .............................................................................................................................................................71
5.6.1 Print Speed .....................................................................................................................................................................71
5.6.2 Line Feed Speed.............................................................................................................................................................71
5.7 Media Specifications...........................................................................................................................................................72
5.7.1 Cut-Sheet Paper (Slip/Validation) .................................................................................................................................72
5.7.2 Cut-Sheet Paper (Counterfoil/Stub)...............................................................................................................................72
5.7.3 Roll Paper (Receipt/Journal)..........................................................................................................................................72
5.7.4 Sprocket Paper (Tractor) ................................................................................................................................................72
5.7.5 Appendix: Media Specifications ..................................................................................................................................73
5.7.5.1. Cut-Sheet Paper (Slip/Validation) ...........................................................................................................................73
5.7.5.2. Roll paper (Receipt/Journal) ...................................................................................................................................80
5.7.5.3. Sprocket Paper (Tractor) ..........................................................................................................................................82
5.7.5.4. MICR (only with MICR Type) ................................................................................................................................91
5.8 Paper Feed Specifications ...................................................................................................................................................92
5.8.1 Paper feed methods/Paths ..............................................................................................................................................92
5.8.2 Paper Positioning Restrictions.......................................................................................................................................92
5.8.3 Paper Tear-off .................................................................................................................................................................92
5.8.4 Paper End Detection ......................................................................................................................................................92
5.9 MICR Specifications (Only with MICR type) ....................................................................................................................93
5.9.1 Available Fonts ...............................................................................................................................................................93
5.9.2 Scanning Speed...............................................................................................................................................................93
5.9.3 Recognition Rating ........................................................................................................................................................93
5.9.4 Reliability .......................................................................................................................................................................93
5.9.5 Readable Area .................................................................................................................................................................93
5.9.6 Media Specifications ......................................................................................................................................................93
5.9.7 Other Relevant Standards ...............................................................................................................................................93
5.10 Auto Cutter Specifications ................................................................................................................................................94
5.11 Ribbon Specifications.......................................................................................................................................................94
5.12 Reliability .........................................................................................................................................................................94

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6. Command Description .................................................................................................................................... 95
6.1 Control Code List................................................................................................................................................................95
6.1.1 OEM — Standard Model ...............................................................................................................................................95
6.1.1.1 Function Code ..........................................................................................................................................................95
6.1.1.2 ESC Sequence...........................................................................................................................................................96
6.1.1.3 GS sequence..............................................................................................................................................................97
6.1.1.4 US Sequence .............................................................................................................................................................97
6.1.2 OKI Standard Model ......................................................................................................................................................98
6.1.2.1 Function Code ..........................................................................................................................................................98
6.1.2.2 ESC Sequence...........................................................................................................................................................99
6.1.2.3 FS Sequence........................................................................................................................................................... 101
6.1.2.4 GS Sequence .......................................................................................................................................................... 101
6.2 Character Set..................................................................................................................................................................... 102
6.2.1 Code table (OEM — Standard Type) .......................................................................................................................... 102
6.2.1.1 USA ........................................................................................................................................................................ 102
6.2.1.2 Canada-French....................................................................................................................................................... 103
6.2.1.3 Multilingual .......................................................................................................................................................... 104
6.2.1.4 Portugal.................................................................................................................................................................. 105
6.2.1.5 Norway ................................................................................................................................................................... 106
6.2.1.6 BRASCII ................................................................................................................................................................ 107
6.2.1.7 Abicomp................................................................................................................................................................. 108
6.2.1.8 Multilingual 858 ................................................................................................................................................... 109
6.2.1.9 ISO 8859/15........................................................................................................................................................... 110
6.2.1.10 International character set table ......................................................................................................................... 111
6.2.2 Code table (OKI — Standard Type) ............................................................................................................................ 112
6.2.2.1 USA ........................................................................................................................................................................ 112
6.2.2.2 Canada-French....................................................................................................................................................... 113
6.2.2.3 Multilingual .......................................................................................................................................................... 114
6.2.2.4 Portugal.................................................................................................................................................................. 115
6.2.2.5 Norway ................................................................................................................................................................... 116
6.2.2.6 BRASCII ................................................................................................................................................................ 117
6.2.2.7 Abicomp................................................................................................................................................................. 118
6.2.2.8 Multilingual 858 .................................................................................................................................................. 119
6.2.2.9 ISO 8859/15........................................................................................................................................................... 120
6.2.2.10 International character set table .......................................................................................................................... 121
7. Using the Unitool Printer Driver................................................................................................................122
7.1 Setting Slip Paper in the Paper Tray................................................................................................................................. 122
7.1.1 Using Registered Paper Icons ..................................................................................................................................... 123
7.1.2 Using Custom Size ...................................................................................................................................................... 126
7.1.2.1 Using Paper Size that is less than 187.96 mm (7.4") in Width .............................................................................. 126
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................................ 131
7.2 About the Validation Printing Area .................................................................................................................................. 132
7.3 Setting Tractor Paper in the Tractor Unit ......................................................................................................................... 135
7.4 Orientation........................................................................................................................................................................ 135
7.5 Special functions of the Windows 95/98 Version Printer Driver...................................................................................... 136

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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 fluctuations.
·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 field or source of corrosive gas.
1.2 Where to install your printer
Install your printer on as flat 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.
F-002.eps, F-003.eps and F-004.eps
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 425D
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1 Printer Cover
2 Control Panel
3 Paper Guide
4 Cover Open Bar
5 ON/OFFSwitch
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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 five pieces of shipping tape.
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2. Press the Cover open bar and open the printer cover.
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3. Remove the two printhead shipping restraints and red rubber, and detach the two pieces of tape.
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1 Printer Cover
2 Shipping Restraint
3 Control Panel
4 Red Rubber
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1.4.2 Setting the Interface Board Assembly
1.4.2.1 Setting the DIP Switches (RS-232C)
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Switch Setting
DIP SW Function ON OFF
1 Selects the data bit length 7 bits 8 bits
2 Selects between the presence and
absence of parity bits. Present Absent
3 Selects the parity Even Parity Odd parity
4 Selects the protocol XON / XOFF Ready / Busy
5 6 7 Signaling Speed (BPS)
OFF OFF OFF 1200
OFF OFF ON 2400
OFF ON OFF 4800
OFF ON ON 9600
ON OFF OFF 19200
ON OFF ON Reserved
ON ON OFF Reserved
5 –
7
Selects the signaling speed
ON ON ON Reserved
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8 Selects the customer display Connect Disconnect
1 Selects the #6 pin reset signal Enable Disable
2 Selects the #25 pin reset signal Enable Disable
3 Selects the display of received
data errors Ignore (error conversion is not performed) Convert to receive error characters
4 Selects the mode of circuit test Select Deselect
5 Selects the hard reset signal Enable Disable
6 Selects the software reset signal Enable Disable
7N/A - -
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P
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2
8N/A - -
* There are three types of errors: the parity error, the framing error, and the overrun error.
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10 = OFF; 11 = ON
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
DIPSW1 DIPSW2
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1.4.2.2 Installing the Interface Board Assembly
(1) Insert the Interface BoardAssembly in the direction of the arrow.
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(2) Secure the Interface BoardAssembly with 2 screws.
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1.4.3 Connecting the Computer
This printer supports either Parallel Interface or RS232C when the interface board is installed in the printer. To install the
interface board, refer to Section 1.4.2.2.
1. Check to be sure that the printer’s power is OFF.
2. Connect the interface cable to the connector shown below.
A) Parallel Interface
B) Serial Interface
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3. Secure the connector by its latches or screws.
1.4.4 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.
1.4.5 Connecting the Customer Display
With the RS232C interface option board installed, Customer Display can be supported.
1. Check to be sure that the printer’s power is OFF.
2. Insert the cable connector from the Customer Display into the area indicated by C Dis above until you hear a clicking
sound.
1.4.6 Connecting the Power
1. Attach the power cord to the back of the printer.
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2. Plug the opposite end into a suitable grounded outlet.
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1.4.7 Installing the Ribbon Cartridge
1. Make sure the printer is turned OFF.
2. Press the Cover open bar and open the printer cover.
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3. Center the printhead.
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4. Unpack the ribbon cartridge.
Important! Do NOT remove the ribbon shield from the ribbon!
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1Ribbon Shield
2Take-up Knob
3Grip Points
5. Install the new ribbon cartridge.
1) Hold the ribbon cartridge as shown below.
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2) Fit the grooves in the flat end of the cartridge over the posts on the ribbon plate.
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3) Lower the front of the cartridge over the printhead until it snaps into place.
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4) Turn the knob (1) in the direction of the arrow on the cartridge to take up the ribbon slack.
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1.5 Installing the Paper
Paper Specifications
Maximum thickness: 0.3 mm (0.012 inches)
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Media Type Width Length Weight Number
of
copies
Thickness Diameter
Single part
(slip) 105 to 215.9mm (4.13” to 8.5”) 70 to 297mm (2.76” to 11.7”) 52 to 105 g/m2
(14 to 28lb) - 0.065 to 0.13 mm
(0.0026” to
0.005”)
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Single part
(validation) 105 to 215.9mm (4.13” to 8.5”) 70 to 297mm (2.76” to 11.7”) 65 to 81 g/m2
(17 to 21lb) - 0.08 to 0.1mm
(0.0031” to
0.0039”)
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Cut-Sheet
Paper
(Sip/
Validation)
Note 1
Multi part
carbon lined
or pressure
sensitive
(slip)
105 to 215.9mm
(4.13” to 8.5”) 70 to 297mm (2.76” to 11.7”) 34 to 40 g/m2
(9 to 11lb) Original plus 4
copies
0.3mm max.
(0.012” max) -
Cut-Sheet
paper
(counterfoil/
stub)
Single part
only
70mm or more
(2.76” or more ) 40mm or more (1.57” or more) 65 to 81 g/m2
(17 to 21lb) - 0.08 to 0.1 mm
(0.0031” to
0.0039”)
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Roll paper
Note 2 Single part 69.5mm/76.2m m + 0.5mm
(2.73”/3”
+ 0.02”)
- 52 to 81g/m2
(14 to 21lb) - 0.065 to 0.1mm
(0.0026 to
0.039”)
83mm
max.
(3.27”
max)
Single part 76.2 to 215.9mm
(3” to 8.5”)
76.2 to 355.6mm
(3” to 14”) 52 to 81 g/m2 (14 to 21lb) - 0.065 to 0.1mm
(0.0026” to
0.0039”)
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Multi part
carbon
lined or
pressure
sensitive
76.2 to
215.9mm
(3” to 8.5”)
76.2 to 355.6mm
(3” to 14”) 34 to 40 g/m2
(9 to 11lb) Original plus 3
copies
0.27mm max.
(0.0l” max) -
Sprocket
Paper
(Tractor)
Note 3
Multi part
interleaf 76.2 to 215.9mm
(3” to 8.5”)
76.2 to 355.6mm
(3” to 14”) 38 to 45 g/m2
(10 to 12lb) Original plus 2
copies
0.27mm max.
(0.01” max)
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Note 1: All part must be glued at the top. Multipart is slip only.
Note 2: The standard paper weight is 57g/m2(15lb).
Note 3: Multiple part paper should be fastened by spot-pasting or crimpling on both sides and should be free of wrinkles.

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1.5.1 Roll paper
1.5.1.1 Adjusting the Roll Paper Guide (Receipt)
1. Adjust paper guide A (1) to the paper width.
Paper width: 2.75 inches (69.5 mm) or 3.00 inches (76.2 mm)
Adjustment must be made for both Receipt and Journal.
1) When the printer is shipped, the paper width is set for wide roll paper (3 inch or 76.2 mm width)
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2) To use narrow roll paper (2.73 inch or 69.5 mm width), hold up the roll paper guide and move it to the left to insert
into the hole (1) at the lower frame.
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3) The figure below shows the proper guide position for narrow roll paper (2.73 inch or 69.5mm width).
(To return the guide to the position for wide roll paper, reverse step 2).
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1.5.1.2 Loading the Roll Paper (Receipt)
Use roll paper that matches the specifications.
Note: The printer must be turned on before installing the roll paper.
1. Fold the paper so it is exactly straight and even (1), and will not tear off jaggedly (2).
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2. Turn on the printer and open the printer cover.
3. Insert the roll paper as shown below.
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4. Insert the tip of the paper into the paper inlet as far as it will go, and feed the roll paper until the paper comes out from the
top of the printer.
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5. Cut the roll paper.
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6. Close the printer cover.

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1.5.1.3 Adjusting the Roll Paper Guide (Journal)
1. Adjust paper guide B (1) to the paper width.
Paper width: 2.75 inches (69.5 mm) or 3.00 inches (76.2 mm)
Adjustment must be made for both Receipt and Journal.
1) When the printer is shipped, the paper width is set for wide roll paper (3 inch or 76.2 mm width)
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2) To use narrow roll paper (2.73 inch or 69.5 mm width), hold up the roll paper guide and move it to the right to insert
into the hole (1) at the lower frame.
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3) The figure below shows the proper guide position for narrow roll paper (2.73 inch or 69.5mm width).
(To return the guide to the position for wide roll paper, reverse step 2).
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