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...; Neither is valued from the use of the information contained herein. ❏ Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its own POS printer command system (ESC/POS). Rev. Its high scalability enables users to upgrade in the future. TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide Cautions ❏ No part of this document may be reproduced, stored in...
...; Neither is valued from the use of the information contained herein. ❏ Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its own POS printer command system (ESC/POS). Rev. Its high scalability enables users to upgrade in the future. TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide Cautions ❏ No part of this document may be reproduced, stored in...
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... 4 ESC/POS Command-related Information Chapter 5 Product Specifications Appendix A Interfaces and Connectors Appendix B Options and Consumables Appendix C Character Code Tables Appendix D TM-T88II/TM-88III Comparison Table Related Software and Documents Documents relating to obtain this Manual This manual describes the TM-T88III, a current EPSON thermal printer product. A v However, even though the TM-T88II is no longer available.
... 4 ESC/POS Command-related Information Chapter 5 Product Specifications Appendix A Interfaces and Connectors Appendix B Options and Consumables Appendix C Character Code Tables Appendix D TM-T88II/TM-88III Comparison Table Related Software and Documents Documents relating to obtain this Manual This manual describes the TM-T88III, a current EPSON thermal printer product. A v However, even though the TM-T88II is no longer available.
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...TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide Revision History i For Safety ii Key to Symbols ii Warnings iii Cautions iii Modular Connectors iv About this Manual v Aim of the Manual v Manual Content v Related Software and Documents v Chapter 1 Product Overview Product Structure 1-1 Model 1-1 Accessories 1-1 Options 1-1 Consumable products 1-1 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 ...
...TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide Revision History i For Safety ii Key to Symbols ii Warnings iii Cautions iii Modular Connectors iv About this Manual v Aim of the Manual v Manual Content v Related Software and Documents v Chapter 1 Product Overview Product Structure 1-1 Model 1-1 Accessories 1-1 Options 1-1 Consumable products 1-1 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 ...
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... 4-1 Using NV Memory 4-1 Printer Status 4-2 Precautions When the Printer Is Offline 4-2 Outputting Hex Dumps 4-2 Chapter 5 Product Specifications Product Specifications (TM-T88II/TM-T88III 5-1 Print Specifications (TM-T88II/TM-T88III 5-2 Character Specifications (TM-T88II/TM-T88III 5-3 Paper Specifications (TM-T88II/TM-T88III 5-3 Printable Area (TM-T88II/TM-T88III 5-4 Print Position versus Cutter Position (TM-88II/TM88III 5-5 Overview of External Dimensions (TM-T88II/TM-T88III 5-6 External Dimensions 5-6 Operating Specifications (TM-T88II/TM-T88III 5-7 Appendix A Interfaces and...
... 4-1 Using NV Memory 4-1 Printer Status 4-2 Precautions When the Printer Is Offline 4-2 Outputting Hex Dumps 4-2 Chapter 5 Product Specifications Product Specifications (TM-T88II/TM-T88III 5-1 Print Specifications (TM-T88II/TM-T88III 5-2 Character Specifications (TM-T88II/TM-T88III 5-3 Paper Specifications (TM-T88II/TM-T88III 5-3 Printable Area (TM-T88II/TM-T88III 5-4 Print Position versus Cutter Position (TM-88II/TM88III 5-5 Overview of External Dimensions (TM-T88II/TM-T88III 5-6 External Dimensions 5-6 Operating Specifications (TM-T88II/TM-T88III 5-7 Appendix A Interfaces and...
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...currently available power supply, the PS-180, works with either printer model. 1.1 Product Structure 1.1.1 Model ❏ Product Name TM-T88III (current product)/TM-T88II (legacy product) • Print method: Thermal line printing • Interface specifications: Serial interface specifications (RS-... Overview TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide The TM-T88III thermal printer product is described only for both printers.) • Model PS-180 (*1) (PS-180 supports the power-saving feature.) Rev. It is currently available from EPSON. A Product Overview 1-1 The TM-T88II ...
...currently available power supply, the PS-180, works with either printer model. 1.1 Product Structure 1.1.1 Model ❏ Product Name TM-T88III (current product)/TM-T88II (legacy product) • Print method: Thermal line printing • Interface specifications: Serial interface specifications (RS-... Overview TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide The TM-T88III thermal printer product is described only for both printers.) • Model PS-180 (*1) (PS-180 supports the power-saving feature.) Rev. It is currently available from EPSON. A Product Overview 1-1 The TM-T88II ...
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... mm/s (4.72") maximum Average approx. 1.7 A 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200 4. Driver (EPSON OPOS ADK, Advanced Printer Driver) 38400 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. the TM-T88II. High-speed print mode Approx. 150 mm/s (4.72") maximum 2. Conditions...
... mm/s (4.72") maximum Average approx. 1.7 A 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200 4. Driver (EPSON OPOS ADK, Advanced Printer Driver) 38400 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. the TM-T88II. High-speed print mode Approx. 150 mm/s (4.72") maximum 2. Conditions...
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... 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...
... 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...
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...for connecting the cash drawer ❏ Power supply connector for connecting the power supply unit ❏ Interface connector to connect the printer to the connector panel on the various interfaces and how to connect the power supply connector and cash drawer, see "Connecting Power... during printing. A Figure 1-4 Paper spacer Product Overview 1-5 The manual cutter is performed at the factory by installation of the printer. TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide 1.2.4 Connectors All cables are connected to the host computer interface (serial, parallel, etc.) Note: The picture...
...for connecting the cash drawer ❏ Power supply connector for connecting the power supply unit ❏ Interface connector to connect the printer to the connector panel on the various interfaces and how to connect the power supply connector and cash drawer, see "Connecting Power... during printing. A Figure 1-4 Paper spacer Product Overview 1-5 The manual cutter is performed at the factory by installation of the printer. TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide 1.2.4 Connectors All cables are connected to the host computer interface (serial, parallel, etc.) Note: The picture...
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... of a paper clip) into the hole in "Installing Roll Paper" (page 1-6). 1.3.3 Power Switch Cover Install the power switch cover that comes with the TM-T88II/TM-T88III onto the printer to prevent inadvertent changing of the power switch, to prevent tampering, and to replace roll paper. 1. Tear off paper 1.3.2.2 Replacing Paper Follow the procedure...
... of a paper clip) into the hole in "Installing Roll Paper" (page 1-6). 1.3.3 Power Switch Cover Install the power switch cover that comes with the TM-T88II/TM-T88III onto the printer to prevent inadvertent changing of the power switch, to prevent tampering, and to replace roll paper. 1. Tear off paper 1.3.2.2 Replacing Paper Follow the procedure...
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... near-end detector (page 2-7) Note: Detailed setup sometimes can be omitted. 4. A Setup 2-1 Connect the printer to increase the printer's functionality. Connect the power supply and cash drawer (page 2-15) 6. Chapter 2 Setup TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide Before using the printer, you need to make various settings to the host computer (page 2-8) 5. Install the driver...
... near-end detector (page 2-7) Note: Detailed setup sometimes can be omitted. 4. A Setup 2-1 Connect the printer to increase the printer's functionality. Connect the power supply and cash drawer (page 2-15) 6. Chapter 2 Setup TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide Before using the printer, you need to make various settings to the host computer (page 2-8) 5. Install the driver...
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... 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 other DIP switch ...settings are enabled after the printer is printed * 1-2 Receive buffer size 45 bytes 4KB * 1-3 Handshake...
... 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 other DIP switch ...settings are enabled after the printer is printed * 1-2 Receive buffer size 45 bytes 4KB * 1-3 Handshake...
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... Function ON OFF 2-1 Handshake (BUSY) conditions Receive buffer full Printer offline or receive buffer full * 2-2 Reserved (do not change setting) Fixed to OFF 2-3, 2-4 Print density selection/low-power mode (See separate table.) 2-5 Conditions for canceling receive buffer BUSY state (DIP SW2-5) TM-T88II TM-T88III Conditions to cancel receive buffer BUSY state Switch No...
... Function ON OFF 2-1 Handshake (BUSY) conditions Receive buffer full Printer offline or receive buffer full * 2-2 Reserved (do not change setting) Fixed to OFF 2-3, 2-4 Print density selection/low-power mode (See separate table.) 2-5 Conditions for canceling receive buffer BUSY state (DIP SW2-5) TM-T88II TM-T88III Conditions to cancel receive buffer BUSY state Switch No...
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... settings of DIP SW2-5 setting. A Setup 2-5 Otherwise, the printer may no longer function correctly. Note: * Factory setting Table 2-6 Parallel/USB/Ethernet DIP switch bank 1 SW Function 1-1 Automatic line feed 1-2 Receive buffer size 1-3, 1-8 Not defined (Always use . TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide Note: With the TM-T88III, the DIP SW2-5 setting is enabled only when DIP...
... settings of DIP SW2-5 setting. A Setup 2-5 Otherwise, the printer may no longer function correctly. Note: * Factory setting Table 2-6 Parallel/USB/Ethernet DIP switch bank 1 SW Function 1-1 Automatic line feed 1-2 Receive buffer size 1-3, 1-8 Not defined (Always use . TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide Note: With the TM-T88III, the DIP SW2-5 setting is enabled only when DIP...
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...and SW2-6. When the TM-T88II is used or when TM-T88III is used with DIP SW1-2 set to ON, the BUSY state is set DIP SW2-5 to cancel receive buffer BUSY state 2-5 Switch no . Conditions to OFF before use. Otherwise, the printer may no longer function...settings of DIP SW2-5. Otherwise, the printer may no . Level Print density 2-3 2-4 1 Low-power mode ON ON 2 Regular print density * OFF OFF ↔ 3 ON OFF 4 Heavy print density OFF ON Table 2-9 Conditions for canceling receive buffer BUSY state TM-T88II TM-T88III Switch no longer function correctly. 2-6 ...
...and SW2-6. When the TM-T88II is used or when TM-T88III is used with DIP SW1-2 set to ON, the BUSY state is set DIP SW2-5 to cancel receive buffer BUSY state 2-5 Switch no . Conditions to OFF before use. Otherwise, the printer may no longer function...settings of DIP SW2-5. Otherwise, the printer may no . Level Print density 2-3 2-4 1 Low-power mode ON ON 2 Regular print density * OFF OFF ↔ 3 ON OFF 4 Heavy print density OFF ON Table 2-9 Conditions for canceling receive buffer BUSY state TM-T88II TM-T88III Switch no longer function correctly. 2-6 ...
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...connection 2.4.3.2 Connecting the USB interface cable 1. Note: The hub installed in the figure below, prevents the cable from the host computer to the printer. 2-12 Setup Rev. A Up to 2 USB devices can be connected directly to the USB upstream connector. 4. Note: Putting the USB ...is important to note that bus-power-supply hubs (including other USB model TM printers) and bus-power-supply functions with a current consumption of 100 mA or more cannot be connected to a USB model TM-T88III/T88III by using 2 USB downstream connectors. Connect the USB cable from coming unplugged...
...connection 2.4.3.2 Connecting the USB interface cable 1. Note: The hub installed in the figure below, prevents the cable from the host computer to the printer. 2-12 Setup Rev. A Up to 2 USB devices can be connected directly to the USB upstream connector. 4. Note: Putting the USB ...is important to note that bus-power-supply hubs (including other USB model TM printers) and bus-power-supply functions with a current consumption of 100 mA or more cannot be connected to a USB model TM-T88III/T88III by using 2 USB downstream connectors. Connect the USB cable from coming unplugged...
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... unit. Using a nonstandard power supply can be used with either the TM-T88III or the TM-T88II); Power supply FG FG DK DC24V connector Figure 2-15 Connecting the power supply CAUTION: Be sure to both the power supply unit and the printer. Failure to do so may result in damage to the...socket that does not meet the rated voltage requirements of the power supply cable onto the power supply connector (labeled DC24V). WARNING: Always use the EPSON PS-180, the preceding model, the PS-170, or an equivalent product as the power supply unit. Check the specifications label on the power ...
... unit. Using a nonstandard power supply can be used with either the TM-T88III or the TM-T88II); Power supply FG FG DK DC24V connector Figure 2-15 Connecting the power supply CAUTION: Be sure to both the power supply unit and the printer. Failure to do so may result in damage to the...socket that does not meet the rated voltage requirements of the power supply cable onto the power supply connector (labeled DC24V). WARNING: Always use the EPSON PS-180, the preceding model, the PS-170, or an equivalent product as the power supply unit. Check the specifications label on the power ...
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...printer to the manual for the respective driver. Note: The TM-T88III also can be installed. For details on installation methods, refer to malfunction at the same time. ESC/POS commands are not available in the drawer might burn and cause a fire. Note: Before removing the DC cable connector from the EPSON... outline of a driver. This may damage the telephone line or printer. Figure 2-16 Connecting the drawer-kick cable 2.6 Installing the Driver To use the TM printer, either the Advanced Printer Driver (APD) (Windows driver) or the EPSON OPOS ADK (OCX driver) must be operated using the...
...printer to the manual for the respective driver. Note: The TM-T88III also can be installed. For details on installation methods, refer to malfunction at the same time. ESC/POS commands are not available in the drawer might burn and cause a fire. Note: Before removing the DC cable connector from the EPSON... outline of a driver. This may damage the telephone line or printer. Figure 2-16 Connecting the drawer-kick cable 2.6 Installing the Driver To use the TM printer, either the Advanced Printer Driver (APD) (Windows driver) or the EPSON OPOS ADK (OCX driver) must be operated using the...
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...on) Technology Association to the "Application Programmers Guide Specification" provided by EPSON-original Direct IO with the APD. In that case, use the APD for the TM-T88III serial model or the TM-T88II, using TrueType fonts may have had to use resident fonts, ..., due to develop OPOS-compliant applications. A Application Development Information 3-3 TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide • EPSON customer display • EPSON cash drawer Note: A separate USB device driver is required for a USB model printer, and a separate IP setup utility is used, this problem does not...
...on) Technology Association to the "Application Programmers Guide Specification" provided by EPSON-original Direct IO with the APD. In that case, use the APD for the TM-T88III serial model or the TM-T88II, using TrueType fonts may have had to use resident fonts, ..., due to develop OPOS-compliant applications. A Application Development Information 3-3 TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide • EPSON customer display • EPSON cash drawer Note: A separate USB device driver is required for a USB model printer, and a separate IP setup utility is used, this problem does not...
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... {1/6"} - 5.2 Print Specifications (TM-T88II/TM-T88III) Table 5-2 Print characteristics Characteristics Specifications Print method Thermal line printing Paper feed method Unidirectional with friction feed Print width ❐ 72 mm {2.84"} ❐ 50.8 mm {2.28"} (factory option with the head temperature conditions. Note, however, the print speed automatically changes with the voltage applied to the printer and with...
... {1/6"} - 5.2 Print Specifications (TM-T88II/TM-T88III) Table 5-2 Print characteristics Characteristics Specifications Print method Thermal line printing Paper feed method Unidirectional with friction feed Print width ❐ 72 mm {2.84"} ❐ 50.8 mm {2.28"} (factory option with the head temperature conditions. Note, however, the print speed automatically changes with the voltage applied to the printer and with...
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... Switch Functions, ' (page 2-3). Rev. High-speed print mode 2. Supported character sets (extended graphics) * 6. Serial interface selectable baud rates 4. Driver (EPSON OPOS ADK, Advanced Printer Driver ) TM-T88III Approx. 150 mm/s {5.91"/s} (4.72") maximum Average approx. 1.8 A TM-T88II Approx. 120 mm/s {4.72"/s} (4.72") maximum Average approx. 1.7 A 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, (2400 discontinued; 38400 added). 38400 selected...
... Switch Functions, ' (page 2-3). Rev. High-speed print mode 2. Supported character sets (extended graphics) * 6. Serial interface selectable baud rates 4. Driver (EPSON OPOS ADK, Advanced Printer Driver ) TM-T88III Approx. 150 mm/s {5.91"/s} (4.72") maximum Average approx. 1.8 A TM-T88II Approx. 120 mm/s {4.72"/s} (4.72") maximum Average approx. 1.7 A 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, (2400 discontinued; 38400 added). 38400 selected...