Star TSP650 SERIES User manual

THERMAL PRINTER
TSP650 SERIES
Hardware Manual

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TSP650: Star Micronics Co., Ltd.
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©Copyright2007-2010StarMicronicsCo.,Ltd.
Federal Communications Commission
Radio Frequency Interference
Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: 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.
This statement will be applied only for the printers marketed in U.S.A.
FCC WARNING
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
For compliance with the Federal Noise Interference Standard, this equipment requires a shielded cable.
For RF interference suppression, if a ferrite core is provided with this device, affix it to the interface cable
Statement of
The Canadian Department of Communications
Radio Interference Regulationst
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
The above statement applies only to printers marketed in Canada.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Unpacking and Installation .....................................................................................................................1
1-1. Unpacking ....................................................................................................................................1
1-2. Choosing a place for the printer ...................................................................................................2
2. Parts Identification and Nomenclature ..................................................................................................3
2-1. Cutter Model ................................................................................................................................3
2-2. Tear Bar Model ............................................................................................................................3
3. Setup ..........................................................................................................................................................4
3-1. Connecting the Cable to the PC ...................................................................................................4
3-2. Connecting the Cable to the Printer .............................................................................................5
3-3. Installing the Printer Software .....................................................................................................8
3-4. Connecting the Optional AC Adapter ..........................................................................................9
3-5. Turning Power On ......................................................................................................................10
3-6. Connecting to a Peripheral Unit .................................................................................................11
3-7. Loading the Paper Roll ..............................................................................................................12
4. Attaching the Accessories ......................................................................................................................16
4-1. Attaching the Holder Plate .........................................................................................................16
4-2. Attaching the Rubber Feet .........................................................................................................17
4-3. Switch Cover Installation ...........................................................................................................18
5. Consumable Parts and AC Adapter .....................................................................................................19
5-1. Thermal Paper Roll ....................................................................................................................19
5-2. AC adapter (option)....................................................................................................................20
6. Control Panel and Other Functions .....................................................................................................21
6-1. Control Panel..............................................................................................................................21
6-2. Errors ..........................................................................................................................................21
6-3. Self-Printing ...............................................................................................................................23
7. Adjusting the Near-end Sensor .............................................................................................................24
8. Preventing and Clearing Paper Jams ...................................................................................................26
8-1. Preventing Paper Jams ...............................................................................................................26
8-2. Removing Paper Jam .................................................................................................................26
8-3. Releasing a Locked Cutter (Auto Cutter Mode only) ................................................................27
9. Periodical Cleaning ................................................................................................................................28
9-1. Cleaning the Thermal Head .......................................................................................................28
9-2. Cleaning the Rubber Roller .......................................................................................................28
9-3. Cleaning the Paper Holder and the Surrounding Area ...............................................................28
10. Specifications ........................................................................................................................................29
10-1. General Specifications ................................................................................................................29
10-2. Auto Cutter Specifications .........................................................................................................30
10-3. Interface .....................................................................................................................................30
10-4. Electrical Characteristics (AC adapter) ......................................................................................30
10-5. Environmental Requirements .....................................................................................................31
10-6. Reliability Specifications ...........................................................................................................32
11. Dip Switch Setting ................................................................................................................................33
11-1. Parallel Interface Model .............................................................................................................34
11-2. RS-232C Interface Model ..........................................................................................................36
11-3. USB Interface Model .................................................................................................................39
11-4. EthernetInterface Model ............................................................................................................41

12. Parallel Interface ..................................................................................................................................44
13. RS-232C Serial Interface .....................................................................................................................45
13-1. Interface Specifications ..............................................................................................................45
13-2. RS-232C Connector ...................................................................................................................46
13-3. Cable Connections .....................................................................................................................48
14. USB and Ethernet Interface ................................................................................................................49
15. Peripheral Unit Drive Circuit .............................................................................................................50
16. Memory Switch Settings ......................................................................................................................52
17. Release History .....................................................................................................................................53
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Note
Printer
Holding plate
Screws
Paper roll
Switch blind
Setup sheets
CD-ROM
Paper roll holder
Rubber feet
1. Unpacking and Installation
1-1.Unpacking
Aer unpacking the unit, check that all the necessary accessories are included in the package.
Note: e ferrite core and fastener provided with
your printer depend on your printer congura-
tion.
Fig.1-1Unpacking
If anything is missing, contact the dealer where you bought the printer and ask them to supply
the missing part. Note that it is a good idea to keep the original box and all the packing materials
just in case you need to pack the printer up again and send it somewhere at a later date.

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1-2.Choosingaplacefortheprinter
Before actually unpacking the printer, you should take a few minutes to think about where
you plan to use it. Remember the following points when doing this.
P Choose a rm, level surface where the printer will not be exposed to vibration.
P e power outlet you plan to connect to for power should be nearby and unobstructed.
P Make sure that the printer is close enough to your host computer for you to connect
the two.
P Make sure that the printer is not exposed to direct sunlight.
P Make sure that the printer is well away from heaters and other sources of extreme
heat.
P Make sure that the surrounding area is clean, dry, and free of dust.
P Make sure that the printer is connected to a reliable power outlet. It should not be on
the same electric circuit as copiers, refrigerators, or other appliances that cause power
spikes.
P Make sure that the room where you are using the printer is not too humid.
WARNING
P Shut down your equipment immediately if it produces smoke, a strange odor, or unu-
sual noise. Immediately unplug the equipment and contact your dealer for advice.
P Never attempt to repair this product yourself. Improper repair work can be dangerous.
P Never disassemble or modify this product. Tampering with this product may result in
injury, re, or electric shock.

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Interface connector
For connection to a
host computer.
Peripheral drive connector
Connects to peripheral units such
as cash drawers, etc.
Do not connect this to a telephone.
Power connector
For connection of the AC adapter.
Never unplug the AC adapter while
the printer is on.
Printer cover
Open this cover to
load or replace paper.
Cover open lever
Push this lever in the direction of the
arrow to open the printer cover.
Power switch
Used to turn on/off
power to the printer.
Control panel
Features LED indicators to
indicate printer status and
switches to operate the printer.
Interface connector
For connection to a
host computer.
Peripheral drive connector
Connects to peripheral units such
as cash drawers, etc.
Do not connect this to a telephone.
Power connector
For connection of the AC adapter.
Never unplug the AC adapter while
the printer is on.
Printer cover
Open this cover to
load or replace paper.
Cover open lever
Push this lever in the direction of the
arrow to open the printer cover.
Power switch
Used to turn on/off
power to the printer.
Control panel
Features LED indicators to
indicate printer status and
switches to operate the printer.
2. Parts Identication and Nomenclature
2-1.CutterModel
2-2.TearBarModel

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3. Setup
3-1. Connecting the Cable to the PC
3-1-1. Parallel Interface Cable
Connect the parallel interface cable to a parallel port
of your PC.
3-1-2. RS-232C Interface Cable
Connect the RS-232C interface cable to a RS-232C
port of your PC.
3-1-3. USB Interface Cable
Connect the USB interface cable to a USB port of
your PC.
3-1-4. Ethernet Interface cable
Connect the ethernet interface cable to a ethernet port
of your PC.

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Parallel interface
cable
3-2. Connecting the Cable to the Printer
Note that the interface cable is not provided. Please use a cable that meets specifications.
CAUTION
Before connecting/disconnecting the interface cable, make sure that power to the printer and
all the devices connected to the printer is turned off. Also make sure the power cable plug is
disconnected from the AC outlet.
3-2-1. Parallel Interface Cable
(1) Make sure the printer is turn off.
(2) Affix the ferrite core onto the cable as shown in
the illustration.
(3) Pass the fastener through the ferrite core.
(4) Loop the fastener around the cable and lock it.
Use scissors to cut off any excess.
(5) Connect the interface cable to the connector on
the rear panel of the printer.
(6) Fasten the connector clasps.
Ferrite core
Interface cable
5 cm
(maximum)
Fastener

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RS-232C
interface
cable
3-2-2. RS-232C Interface Cable
(1) Make sure the printer is turn off.
CAUTION
Before connecting/disconnecting the interface cable, make sure that power to the printer and
all the devices connected to the printer is turned off. Also make sure the power cable plug is
disconnected from the AC outlet.
(2) Connect the interface cable to the connector on the rear panel of the printer.
(3) Tighten the connector screws.
3-2-3. USB Interface Cable
Affix the ferrite core onto the USB cable as shown in
the illustration below and make sure to pass the cable
through the cable support as shown in the illustration.
4 cm (maximum)