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...is clean before plugging it in. • Be sure to push the plug all the way in. Always supply power directly from a standard 100 VAC domestic power outlet. ❏ Handle the power cable with this product may lead to fire or electric shock. ❏ Do not place multiple loads on ...top of electric shock, do not set this product or handle cables during a thunderstorm in locations subject to high humidity or dust levels. Warnings TM-T88II/T88III...
...is clean before plugging it in. • Be sure to push the plug all the way in. Always supply power directly from a standard 100 VAC domestic power outlet. ❏ Handle the power cable with this product may lead to fire or electric shock. ❏ Do not place multiple loads on ...top of electric shock, do not set this product or handle cables during a thunderstorm in locations subject to high humidity or dust levels. Warnings TM-T88II/T88III...
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... 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. Contact us to the TM-T88II/TM-T88III are listed below. A v TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide About this guide. This manual is still in the...
... 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. Contact us to the TM-T88II/TM-T88III are listed below. A v TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide About this guide. This manual is still in the...
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... Connection 2-8 Parallel Interface Connection 2-11 USB Interface Connection 2-11 Ethernet Interface Connection 2-13 Connecting Power Supply Unit and Cash Drawer 2-15 Connecting the Power Supply Unit 2-15 Connecting the Drawer Kick-out Cable 2-16 Installing the Driver 2-16 Chapter 3 Application Development Information Introducing the Control Methods 3-1 Windows Driver (EPSON Advanced Printer Driver 3-1 EPSON OPOS ADK 3-3 Contents vii
... Connection 2-8 Parallel Interface Connection 2-11 USB Interface Connection 2-11 Ethernet Interface Connection 2-13 Connecting Power Supply Unit and Cash Drawer 2-15 Connecting the Power Supply Unit 2-15 Connecting the Drawer Kick-out Cable 2-16 Installing the Driver 2-16 Chapter 3 Application Development Information Introducing the Control Methods 3-1 Windows Driver (EPSON Advanced Printer Driver 3-1 EPSON OPOS ADK 3-3 Contents vii
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... Consumables Roll Paper B-1 Power Supply B-1 PS-170 B-1 PS-180 B-2 viii Contents Rev. A Why 3-15 Chapter 4 ESC/POS Command-related Information NV Memory (Non-volatile Memory 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...
... Consumables Roll Paper B-1 Power Supply B-1 PS-170 B-1 PS-180 B-2 viii Contents Rev. A Why 3-15 Chapter 4 ESC/POS Command-related Information NV Memory (Non-volatile Memory 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...
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..., which works for the TM-T88II printer, also is described here for the purpose of supporting legacy systems. In addition, the PS-170, the power supply for both printers.) • Model PS-180 (*1) (PS-180 supports the power-saving feature.) Rev. It is currently available from EPSON. Chapter 1 Product Overview TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide The TM-T88III thermal printer product is described only...
..., which works for the TM-T88II printer, also is described here for the purpose of supporting legacy systems. In addition, the PS-170, the power supply for both printers.) • Model PS-180 (*1) (PS-180 supports the power-saving feature.) Rev. It is currently available from EPSON. Chapter 1 Product Overview TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide The TM-T88III thermal printer product is described only...
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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. Serial interface selectable baud rates ...baud rate. TM-T88II (legacy model) Approx. 120 mm/s (4.72") maximum Average approx. 1.7 A 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200 4. ❏ Power cable (model: AC-170) (*1) (*1) The power supply unit and power cable may not come packaged with the TM-T88III. Functions, however...
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. Serial interface selectable baud rates ...baud rate. TM-T88II (legacy model) Approx. 120 mm/s (4.72") maximum Average approx. 1.7 A 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200 4. ❏ Power cable (model: AC-170) (*1) (*1) The power supply unit and power cable may not come packaged with the TM-T88III. Functions, however...
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... with your hands when installing or replacing roll paper. TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide 1.2.4 Connectors All cables are connected to the Host Computer" (page 2-8). 1.3 Handling the Printer WARNING: Do not open the printer cover during printing. FG FG DK DC24V Interface connector Drawer kick-out connector Power supply connector Figure 1-3 Connector panel ❏ Drawer kick-out...
... with your hands when installing or replacing roll paper. TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide 1.2.4 Connectors All cables are connected to the Host Computer" (page 2-8). 1.3 Handling the Printer WARNING: Do not open the printer cover during printing. FG FG DK DC24V Interface connector Drawer kick-out connector Power supply connector Figure 1-3 Connector panel ❏ Drawer kick-out...
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... 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 (page 2-16) End Figure 2-1 Setup flowchart Rev. Install the printer (page 2-2) Detailed setup 2. Configure the printer appropriately depending on the environment. 1. Connect the printer to increase the printer's functionality. Connect the power supply and cash...
... 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 (page 2-16) End Figure 2-1 Setup flowchart Rev. Install the printer (page 2-2) Detailed setup 2. Configure the printer appropriately depending on the environment. 1. Connect the printer to increase the printer's functionality. Connect the power supply and cash...
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It is a bus-power-supply hub. Attach the locking wire saddle at the location shown in the figure below, prevents the cable from the host computer to a USB model TM-T88III/T88III by using 2 USB downstream connectors. Connect the USB cable from coming unplugged. A Note: ... USB devices can be connected directly to the printer. 2-12 Setup Rev. Put the USB cable through the locking wire saddle, as shown in a USB model connector panel is important to note that bus-power-supply hubs (including other USB model TM printers) and bus-power-supply functions with a current consumption...
It is a bus-power-supply hub. Attach the locking wire saddle at the location shown in the figure below, prevents the cable from the host computer to a USB model TM-T88III/T88III by using 2 USB downstream connectors. Connect the USB cable from coming unplugged. A Note: ... USB devices can be connected directly to the printer. 2-12 Setup Rev. Put the USB cable through the locking wire saddle, as shown in a USB model connector panel is important to note that bus-power-supply hubs (including other USB model TM printers) and bus-power-supply functions with a current consumption...
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.... 3. Rev. TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide 2.5 Connecting Power Supply Unit and Cash Drawer Always use one of the following power supplies: the EPSON PS-180 (the currently available power supply that model printer was available); Use the cash drawer handled by EPSON or your dealer. Insert the connector of the power supply unit. the PS-170 (the legacy power supply used with the TM-T88II printer when that...
.... 3. Rev. TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide 2.5 Connecting Power Supply Unit and Cash Drawer Always use one of the following power supplies: the EPSON PS-180 (the currently available power supply that model printer was available); Use the cash drawer handled by EPSON or your dealer. Insert the connector of the power supply unit. the PS-170 (the legacy power supply used with the TM-T88II printer when that...
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...EPSON PS-180 (current model power supply) or the PS-170 (legacy model), make sure the power supply cable has been removed from the power supply unit, then grasp the arrow-marked section of the drawer kick-out cable to the printer...or printer. Do not insert a telephone line into the drawer kick-out connector. Note: The TM-T88III also can be installed. ESC/POS commands are also available for TM-88II... use the TM printer, either the Advanced Printer Driver (APD) (Windows driver) or the EPSON OPOS ADK (OCX driver) must be operated using the driver for directly controlling the printer without the ...
...EPSON PS-180 (current model power supply) or the PS-170 (legacy model), make sure the power supply cable has been removed from the power supply unit, then grasp the arrow-marked section of the drawer kick-out cable to the printer...or printer. Do not insert a telephone line into the drawer kick-out connector. Note: The TM-T88III also can be installed. ESC/POS commands are also available for TM-88II... use the TM printer, either the Advanced Printer Driver (APD) (Windows driver) or the EPSON OPOS ADK (OCX driver) must be operated using the driver for directly controlling the printer without the ...
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...any product" pull-down , due to supply the OPOS-compliant printer driver (OCX). Note: For details on how to develop OPOS-compliant applications. See the manual packed with parameters, power-on notification, offline buffer clear processing,...TM-T88III serial model or the TM-T88II, using TrueType fonts may have had to the "Application Programmers Guide Specification" provided by the OLE POS Technology Association. When OPOS is required for an Ethernet model printer. The functions are specified. If this happens, we recommend using OPOS Control as described by EPSON-original Direct...
...any product" pull-down , due to supply the OPOS-compliant printer driver (OCX). Note: For details on how to develop OPOS-compliant applications. See the manual packed with parameters, power-on notification, offline buffer clear processing,...TM-T88III serial model or the TM-T88II, using TrueType fonts may have had to the "Application Programmers Guide Specification" provided by the OLE POS Technology Association. When OPOS is required for an Ethernet model printer. The functions are specified. If this happens, we recommend using OPOS Control as described by EPSON-original Direct...
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...Table 3-3 Error LED Item Specifications LED color Red On states Off Printer is performing regular operations or is loaded. On Offline (excluding self-test with the paper FEED button). A Application Development Information 3-7 Power is supplied. 3.3.2 No Roll Paper (PAPER OUT) LED Table 3-2 No roll... paper (PAPER OUT) LED Item Specifications LED color Red LED states Off Roll paper is online. Note: The macro function is available only when ESC/POS commands are used . TM-T88II/T88III Technical ...
...Table 3-3 Error LED Item Specifications LED color Red On states Off Printer is performing regular operations or is loaded. On Offline (excluding self-test with the paper FEED button). A Application Development Information 3-7 Power is supplied. 3.3.2 No Roll Paper (PAPER OUT) LED Table 3-2 No roll... paper (PAPER OUT) LED Item Specifications LED color Red LED states Off Roll paper is online. Note: The macro function is available only when ESC/POS commands are used . TM-T88II/T88III Technical ...
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... circuit error The reaction of the error is not required. Impossible to recover High voltage error The power supply voltage is abnormal. Turning the printer's power off the power supply immediately. Table 3-6 Unrecoverable errors Error Error description Error LED flash code Recovery measure Approx. 160 ms...) occurs. If a recoverable error occurs, the printer recovers from the error upon receipt of an error recovery command from the driver after the cause of the drive circuit is extremely high. TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide Note: The error recovery command is...
... circuit error The reaction of the error is not required. Impossible to recover High voltage error The power supply voltage is abnormal. Turning the printer's power off the power supply immediately. Table 3-6 Unrecoverable errors Error Error description Error LED flash code Recovery measure Approx. 160 ms...) occurs. If a recoverable error occurs, the printer recovers from the error upon receipt of an error recovery command from the driver after the cause of the drive circuit is extremely high. TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide Note: The error recovery command is...
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...page 2-2. For details on how to change this item when using the paper FEED button • When the printer stops printing due to a paper-end (if an empty paper supply is detected by the roll paper end sensor or if the driver has been set to a paper-end (... TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide 3.4.3 Offline This printer is not equipped with the paper FEED button. You do not need to receive data • During the self-test • When the roll paper cover is open . BUSY BUSY BUSY Rev. The printer automatically goes offline under the following conditions: • During power ...
...page 2-2. For details on how to change this item when using the paper FEED button • When the printer stops printing due to a paper-end (if an empty paper supply is detected by the roll paper end sensor or if the driver has been set to a paper-end (... TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide 3.4.3 Offline This printer is not equipped with the paper FEED button. You do not need to receive data • During the self-test • When the roll paper cover is open . BUSY BUSY BUSY Rev. The printer automatically goes offline under the following conditions: • During power ...
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... NV graphics data storage area: 256KB NV user memory: 1KB DKD function 2 drives Power supply Power supplied by optional AC adapter, PS-180 or the previous adapter, the PS-170 Operating voltage 24 VDC ± 7% Current consumption High-speed mode Average: TM-T88II: Approx. 1.7 A TM-T88III: Approx. 1.8 A (Font A, α-N, 36 capital letters, rolling pattern, 42-column printing) Peak...
... NV graphics data storage area: 256KB NV user memory: 1KB DKD function 2 drives Power supply Power supplied by optional AC adapter, PS-180 or the previous adapter, the PS-170 Operating voltage 24 VDC ± 7% Current consumption High-speed mode Average: TM-T88II: Approx. 1.7 A TM-T88III: Approx. 1.8 A (Font A, α-N, 36 capital letters, rolling pattern, 42-column printing) Peak...
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...10063; Input conditions Input voltage (rating): 90 to 264 VAC (100 VAC -10% to detect the remaining amount of paper Specified thermal paper Shape Roll Paper width Select from the following describes the specifications for the roll paper NE detector to 230 VAC +15%) Frequency... is difficult for the optional power supplies (PS-170 and PS-180). Approx. 0.52 kg {1.15 lb} (excluding the AC cable) Durability level: V0 Black (matte) Rev. Table B-1 Paper specifications Type of roll paper exactly. Appendix B Options and Consumables TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide B.1 Roll ...
...10063; Input conditions Input voltage (rating): 90 to 264 VAC (100 VAC -10% to detect the remaining amount of paper Specified thermal paper Shape Roll Paper width Select from the following describes the specifications for the roll paper NE detector to 230 VAC +15%) Frequency... is difficult for the optional power supplies (PS-170 and PS-180). Approx. 0.52 kg {1.15 lb} (excluding the AC cable) Durability level: V0 Black (matte) Rev. Table B-1 Paper specifications Type of roll paper exactly. Appendix B Options and Consumables TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide B.1 Roll ...