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... This Manual Setting Up and Using ❏ Chapter 1 contains information on unpacking the printer and setting it up. ❏ Chapter 2 contains information on the operation of your equipment. Warnings, Cautions, and Notes WARNING: Follow warnings carefully to change the DIP switch and paper near end settings. Reference ❏ Chapter 4 contains specifications. ❏ Appendix...
... This Manual Setting Up and Using ❏ Chapter 1 contains information on unpacking the printer and setting it up. ❏ Chapter 2 contains information on the operation of your equipment. Warnings, Cautions, and Notes WARNING: Follow warnings carefully to change the DIP switch and paper near end settings. Reference ❏ Chapter 4 contains specifications. ❏ Appendix...
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Introduction Features TM-T88II Series printers are high-quality POS printers that can print on the ESC/POS® standard. ❏ Various layouts are possible by using page mode. ❏ Characters can be selected by DIP switches. ❏ The built-in the horizontal direction (ladder bar code)....10063; An autocutter is based on a paper roll. Introduction vii The printers have the following features: Printing ❏ High-speed printing: 28.4 lines/second (4.23mm (1/6") feed) maximum. ❏ Low-noise thermal printing. ❏ High reliability due to 64 times as large as ...
Introduction Features TM-T88II Series printers are high-quality POS printers that can print on the ESC/POS® standard. ❏ Various layouts are possible by using page mode. ❏ Characters can be selected by DIP switches. ❏ The built-in the horizontal direction (ladder bar code)....10063; An autocutter is based on a paper roll. Introduction vii The printers have the following features: Printing ❏ High-speed printing: 28.4 lines/second (4.23mm (1/6") feed) maximum. ❏ Low-noise thermal printing. ❏ High reliability due to 64 times as large as ...
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Appendix A DIP Switch and Paper Near End Settings Setting the DIP Switches A-1 DIP switch functions A-1 Changing the DIP switch settings A-6 Adjusting the Paper Near End Detector A-7 xii
Appendix A DIP Switch and Paper Near End Settings Setting the DIP Switches A-1 DIP switch functions A-1 Changing the DIP switch settings A-6 Adjusting the Paper Near End Detector A-7 xii
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...lead to make sure the power switch is not pressed accidentally. It checks the control circuits, printer mechanisms, print quality, ROM version, and DIP switch settings. If you know if your printer is turned off and the printer covers are closed properly. 1-10 Setting Up the Printer Running the self test 1. ...from the outlet immediately. You can use this cover, install it as shown in the illustration below. Make sure the printer is operating properly. FFEOEEEUDPDTAPEERRRPOORWER Self Test The self test lets you want to use the enclosed power switch cover to fire or shock.
...lead to make sure the power switch is not pressed accidentally. It checks the control circuits, printer mechanisms, print quality, ROM version, and DIP switch settings. If you know if your printer is turned off and the printer covers are closed properly. 1-10 Setting Up the Printer Running the self test 1. ...from the outlet immediately. You can use this cover, install it as shown in the illustration below. Make sure the printer is operating properly. FFEOEEEUDPDTAPEERRRPOORWER Self Test The self test lets you want to use the enclosed power switch cover to fire or shock.
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... any of these changes. 1-12 Setting Up the Printer Your printer has DIP switches that there is not enough paper remaining on the roll when the near-end detector is almost out. Adjustments and Settings TM-T88II Series printers are , however, some settings for users with special requirements. TM-T88II Series printers also have a near -end sensor setting. See Appendix...
... any of these changes. 1-12 Setting Up the Printer Your printer has DIP switches that there is not enough paper remaining on the roll when the near-end detector is almost out. Adjustments and Settings TM-T88II Series printers are , however, some settings for users with special requirements. TM-T88II Series printers also have a near -end sensor setting. See Appendix...
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...is printed. If the self test works properly, check the following: 1. The data transmission settings may be different between the printer and the computer. If the printer still does not print, contact your dealer or a qualified service person. If the self test does not work, contact ...meets the specifications for data transmission are the same as described below: 3-2 Troubleshooting Make sure the printer's DIP switch settings for both ends of the thermal print head can print the printer's interface settings using the self test. You can lower the print quality. Try to run the...
...is printed. If the self test works properly, check the following: 1. The data transmission settings may be different between the printer and the computer. If the printer still does not print, contact your dealer or a qualified service person. If the self test does not work, contact ...meets the specifications for data transmission are the same as described below: 3-2 Troubleshooting Make sure the printer's DIP switch settings for both ends of the thermal print head can print the printer's interface settings using the self test. You can lower the print quality. Try to run the...
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Setting the DIP Switches DIP switch functions Your printer has two sets of the switches are best for almost all uses, if you have special requirements, you can change the DIP switch or paper near end settings. Serial interface specifications Set 1 SW Function ON OFF 1-1 Data receive... bits 1-5 Parity check Enabled Disabled 1-6 Parity selection Even Odd 1-7 Transmission speed (See the table below.) 1-8 DIP Switch and Paper Near End Settings A-1 Appendix A DIP Switch and Paper Near End Settings Although the factory settings are shown in the following tables. The functions of...
Setting the DIP Switches DIP switch functions Your printer has two sets of the switches are best for almost all uses, if you have special requirements, you can change the DIP switch or paper near end settings. Serial interface specifications Set 1 SW Function ON OFF 1-1 Data receive... bits 1-5 Parity check Enabled Disabled 1-6 Parity selection Even Odd 1-7 Transmission speed (See the table below.) 1-8 DIP Switch and Paper Near End Settings A-1 Appendix A DIP Switch and Paper Near End Settings Although the factory settings are shown in the following tables. The functions of...
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Transmission Speed Transmission Speed (BPS)-bits per second 2400 4800 9600 19200 1-7 1-8 ON ON OFF ON ON OFF OFF OFF Set 2 SW Function ON OFF 2-1 Handshaking (BUSY condition) Receive buffer full Off line or receive buffer full 2-2 Reserved: do not change settings Fixed to OFF 2-3 Selects print density 2-4 Refer to table below 2-5 Reserved: do not change settings Fixed to OFF 2-6 Reserved: do not change settings Fixed to OFF 2-7 I/F pin 6 reset signal Enabled Disabled 2-8 I/F pin 25 reset signal Enabled Disabled A-2 DIP Switch and Paper Near End Settings
Transmission Speed Transmission Speed (BPS)-bits per second 2400 4800 9600 19200 1-7 1-8 ON ON OFF ON ON OFF OFF OFF Set 2 SW Function ON OFF 2-1 Handshaking (BUSY condition) Receive buffer full Off line or receive buffer full 2-2 Reserved: do not change settings Fixed to OFF 2-3 Selects print density 2-4 Refer to table below 2-5 Reserved: do not change settings Fixed to OFF 2-6 Reserved: do not change settings Fixed to OFF 2-7 I/F pin 6 reset signal Enabled Disabled 2-8 I/F pin 25 reset signal Enabled Disabled A-2 DIP Switch and Paper Near End Settings
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... the change does not take effect until the printer is turned on again or is reset. • If you turn on DIP switch 2-7 or 2-8 while the printer is turned on, the printer may be reset, depending on the signal state. DIP Switch and Paper Near End Settings A-3 Print Density ...OFF ON Notes: • With the optional RS-485 interface, DIP switches 2-7 and 2-8 are disabled. • Changes in DIP switch settings (excluding switches 2-7 and 2-8 interface reset signals) are recognized only when the printer power is turned on or when the printer is fixed to level 3 or 4, the printing will be at...
... the change does not take effect until the printer is turned on again or is reset. • If you turn on DIP switch 2-7 or 2-8 while the printer is turned on, the printer may be reset, depending on the signal state. DIP Switch and Paper Near End Settings A-3 Print Density ...OFF ON Notes: • With the optional RS-485 interface, DIP switches 2-7 and 2-8 are disabled. • Changes in DIP switch settings (excluding switches 2-7 and 2-8 interface reset signals) are recognized only when the printer power is turned on or when the printer is fixed to level 3 or 4, the printing will be at...
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... settings) Fixed to On Print Density Selection Print Density 1 Low power consumption mode 2 (Normal) 3 4 (Dark) SW 2-3 ON OFF ON OFF SW 2-4 ON ON OFF OFF A-4 DIP Switch and Paper Near End Settings OFF Always disabled 4K bytes -
... settings) Fixed to On Print Density Selection Print Density 1 Low power consumption mode 2 (Normal) 3 4 (Dark) SW 2-3 ON OFF ON OFF SW 2-4 ON ON OFF OFF A-4 DIP Switch and Paper Near End Settings OFF Always disabled 4K bytes -
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Notes: • Changes in DIP switch settings (excluding switch 2-8 interface reset signal) are recognized only when printer power is turned on the signal state. DIP Switch and Paper Near End Settings A-5 If the DIP switch setting is changed after printer power is turned on, the change DIP switches while the printer power is on. • If the print density is set to level...
Notes: • Changes in DIP switch settings (excluding switch 2-8 interface reset signal) are recognized only when printer power is turned on the signal state. DIP Switch and Paper Near End Settings A-5 If the DIP switch setting is changed after printer power is turned on, the change DIP switches while the printer power is on. • If the print density is set to level...
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... shown in the illustration below to make your changes: CAUTION: Turn off the printer before removing the DIP switch cover to prevent an electric short, which can damage the printer. 1. The new settings take off . 2. Make sure the printer is turned off the DIP switch cover, as tweezers or a small screwdriver. 4. Then secure it with the screw...
... shown in the illustration below to make your changes: CAUTION: Turn off the printer before removing the DIP switch cover to prevent an electric short, which can damage the printer. 1. The new settings take off . 2. Make sure the printer is turned off the DIP switch cover, as tweezers or a small screwdriver. 4. Then secure it with the screw...
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... on the roll when the detector is based on the roll when the sensor is almost gone by measuring the diameter of 12 mm (0.47"). DIP Switch and Paper Near End Settings A-7 Adjusting the Paper Near End Detector The paper near end detector detects when paper is triggered. Note: The factory setting... amount of paper on a paper roll core with an outside diameter of 18 mm (0.71") and an inside diameter of the paper roll. Open the printer cover, and remove the paper roll. 2. If you want more than 18 mm, it is better to change the setting as described below . Because of...
... on the roll when the detector is based on the roll when the sensor is almost gone by measuring the diameter of 12 mm (0.47"). DIP Switch and Paper Near End Settings A-7 Adjusting the Paper Near End Detector The paper near end detector detects when paper is triggered. Note: The factory setting... amount of paper on a paper roll core with an outside diameter of 18 mm (0.71") and an inside diameter of the paper roll. Open the printer cover, and remove the paper roll. 2. If you want more than 18 mm, it is better to change the setting as described below . Because of...
Technical Reference
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...TM-T88II/TM-88III Comparison Table 1-2 Part Names and Basic Operation 1-3 Part Names 1-3 Control Panel 1-3 Power Switch 1-4 Connectors 1-5 Handling the Printer 1-5 Installing and Replacing Roll Paper 1-6 Power Switch Cover 1-7 Shipping Procedures 1-8 Chapter 2 Setup Installing the Printer 2-2 Precautions for Horizontal Installation 2-2 Precautions for Wall Installation 2-2 Setting the DIP Switches 2-2 DIP Switch Positions and Steps for Changing DIP Switch Settings 2-2 DIP Switch... Methods 3-1 Windows Driver (EPSON Advanced Printer Driver 3-1 EPSON OPOS ADK 3-3 Contents vii
...TM-T88II/TM-88III Comparison Table 1-2 Part Names and Basic Operation 1-3 Part Names 1-3 Control Panel 1-3 Power Switch 1-4 Connectors 1-5 Handling the Printer 1-5 Installing and Replacing Roll Paper 1-6 Power Switch Cover 1-7 Shipping Procedures 1-8 Chapter 2 Setup Installing the Printer 2-2 Precautions for Horizontal Installation 2-2 Precautions for Wall Installation 2-2 Setting the DIP Switches 2-2 DIP Switch Positions and Steps for Changing DIP Switch Settings 2-2 DIP Switch... Methods 3-1 Windows Driver (EPSON Advanced Printer Driver 3-1 EPSON OPOS ADK 3-3 Contents vii
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... and is no longer being sold.) 1.1.4 Consumable products ❏ Specified paper: Thermal paper 1.1.5 TM-T88II/TM-88III Comparison Table Table 1-1 Differences between the TM-T88II and TM-T88III TM-T88III (current model) 1. A Purchase these separately, if necessary. (The PS...bps). TM-T88II (legacy model) Approx. 120 mm/s (4.72") maximum Average approx. 1.7 A 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200 4. the TM-T88II. High-speed power consumption mode Average approx. 1.8 A 3. Driver (EPSON OPOS ADK, Advanced Printer Driver) 38400 is selected by setting DIP SW1-7 and 1-8 to "DIP Switch Functions" ...
... and is no longer being sold.) 1.1.4 Consumable products ❏ Specified paper: Thermal paper 1.1.5 TM-T88II/TM-88III Comparison Table Table 1-1 Differences between the TM-T88II and TM-T88III TM-T88III (current model) 1. A Purchase these separately, if necessary. (The PS...bps). TM-T88II (legacy model) Approx. 120 mm/s (4.72") maximum Average approx. 1.7 A 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200 4. the TM-T88II. High-speed power consumption mode Average approx. 1.8 A 3. Driver (EPSON OPOS ADK, Advanced Printer Driver) 38400 is selected by setting DIP SW1-7 and 1-8 to "DIP Switch Functions" ...
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A Product Overview 1-3 1.2 Part Names and Basic Operation 1.2.1 Part Names TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide Cutter cover Power switch FOEEUPDATPEERRRPOORWER Printer cover Control panel Cover open button Figure 1-1 Printer part names * For details on DIP switch settings, refer to "DIP Switch Positions and Steps for Changing DIP Switch Settings" (page 2-2). 1.2.2 Control Panel TM-T88II TM-T88III POWER ERROR PAPER OUT FEED POWER LED ERROR LED...
A Product Overview 1-3 1.2 Part Names and Basic Operation 1.2.1 Part Names TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide Cutter cover Power switch FOEEUPDATPEERRRPOORWER Printer cover Control panel Cover open button Figure 1-1 Printer part names * For details on DIP switch settings, refer to "DIP Switch Positions and Steps for Changing DIP Switch Settings" (page 2-2). 1.2.2 Control Panel TM-T88II TM-T88III POWER ERROR PAPER OUT FEED POWER LED ERROR LED...
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... drawer (page 2-15) 6. Connect the printer to increase the printer's functionality. A Setup 2-1 Install the printer (page 2-2) Detailed setup 2. Set the roll paper near-end detector (page 2-7) Note: Detailed setup sometimes can be omitted. 4. Install the driver (page 2-16) End Figure 2-1 Setup flowchart Rev. Set the DIP switches (page 2-2) 3. Configure the printer appropriately depending on the environment. 1.
... drawer (page 2-15) 6. Connect the printer to increase the printer's functionality. A Setup 2-1 Install the printer (page 2-2) Detailed setup 2. Set the roll paper near-end detector (page 2-7) Note: Detailed setup sometimes can be omitted. 4. Install the driver (page 2-16) End Figure 2-1 Setup flowchart Rev. Set the DIP switches (page 2-2) 3. Configure the printer appropriately depending on the environment. 1.
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... hang it on a wall. A 2.1 Installing the Printer In addition to regular horizontal installation, the printer can make various settings with the optional WH-10 Wall Hanging Bracket Set option. 2.2 Setting the DIP Switches On this printer, you can be set on serial interface model printers. 2.2.1 DIP Switch Positions and Steps for Changing DIP Switch Settings Follow the steps below to...
... hang it on a wall. A 2.1 Installing the Printer In addition to regular horizontal installation, the printer can make various settings with the optional WH-10 Wall Hanging Bracket Set option. 2.2 Setting the DIP Switches On this printer, you can be set on serial interface model printers. 2.2.1 DIP Switch Positions and Steps for Changing DIP Switch Settings Follow the steps below to...
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... tip of the printer. Set the DIP switches as a small screwdriver. 4. is turned on. 2.2.2 DIP Switch Functions The DIP switch functions depend on your printer's interface specifications. 2.2.2.1 DIP switch settings for serial interface specifications Note that the settings differ on the TM-T88II and TM-T88III.)) For details on the TM-T88II and TM-88III. (The functions of receive buffer full BUSY state. TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference...
... tip of the printer. Set the DIP switches as a small screwdriver. 4. is turned on. 2.2.2 DIP Switch Functions The DIP switch functions depend on your printer's interface specifications. 2.2.2.1 DIP switch settings for serial interface specifications Note that the settings differ on the TM-T88II and TM-T88III.)) For details on the TM-T88II and TM-88III. (The functions of receive buffer full BUSY state. TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference...