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Setting Up the Printer page 1-1 How to order paper. Printer Parts and Labels inside front cover Ordering Paper page ix Where to set up the printer. Installing and Replacing Paper page 1-7 How to correct problems. i Solving Problems page 3-1 How to load or change the paper roll. Quick Reference This Quick Reference will direct you to key areas of topics, see the Contents. For a complete listing of this Operator's Manual.
Setting Up the Printer page 1-1 How to order paper. Printer Parts and Labels inside front cover Ordering Paper page ix Where to set up the printer. Installing and Replacing Paper page 1-7 How to correct problems. i Solving Problems page 3-1 How to load or change the paper roll. Quick Reference This Quick Reference will direct you to key areas of topics, see the Contents. For a complete listing of this Operator's Manual.
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... for errors or omissions. Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in the preparation of this manual are registered trademarks of this book, Seiko Epson Corporation assumes no responsibility for damages, ...losses, costs, or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as Original Epson Products or Epson Approved Products by Seiko Epson Corporation. While every precaution...
... for errors or omissions. Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in the preparation of this manual are registered trademarks of this book, Seiko Epson Corporation assumes no responsibility for damages, ...losses, costs, or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as Original Epson Products or Epson Approved Products by Seiko Epson Corporation. While every precaution...
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Operation of the FCC Rules. FOR CANADIAN USERS This Class A digital apparatus complies with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in ... ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. CE Marking The printer conforms to the following Directives and Norms Directive 89/336/EEC EN 55022 Class B EN 55024 IEC 61000-4-2 IEC 61000-4-3 IEC 61000-4-4 IEC 61000-4-5 IEC 61000-4-6 IEC 61000-4-11...
Operation of the FCC Rules. FOR CANADIAN USERS This Class A digital apparatus complies with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in ... ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. CE Marking The printer conforms to the following Directives and Norms Directive 89/336/EEC EN 55022 Class B EN 55024 IEC 61000-4-2 IEC 61000-4-3 IEC 61000-4-4 IEC 61000-4-5 IEC 61000-4-6 IEC 61000-4-11...
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...4 contains specifications. ❏ Appendix A tells how to avoid serious bodily injury. About 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. ...Note: Notes have important information and useful tips on using the printer. ❏ Chapter 3 contains troubleshooting information. vi Quick Reference Warnings, Cautions, and Notes WARNING: Follow warnings carefully to ...
...4 contains specifications. ❏ Appendix A tells how to avoid serious bodily injury. About 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. ...Note: Notes have important information and useful tips on using the printer. ❏ Chapter 3 contains troubleshooting information. vi Quick Reference Warnings, Cautions, and Notes WARNING: Follow warnings carefully to ...
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...button to pause the self test manually, press the FEED button. The self test automatically ends and cuts the paper after printing the following , cuts the paper, and pauses. (The PAPER OUT light blinks.) Self test printing. Please press the PAPER FEED button. 3. The printer prints a pattern using the ...switch on the printer using the built-in character set. 4. Note: If you want to continue printing. Setting Up the...
...button to pause the self test manually, press the FEED button. The self test automatically ends and cuts the paper after printing the following , cuts the paper, and pauses. (The PAPER OUT light blinks.) Self test printing. Please press the PAPER FEED button. 3. The printer prints a pattern using the ...switch on the printer using the built-in character set. 4. Note: If you want to continue printing. Setting Up the...
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... of causing physical damages. ❏ Possibility of importance, as defined below. CAUTION: Provides information that must follow warnings carefully to Symbols The symbols in this manual are identified by their level of causing information loss. Read the following carefully before handling the product. For Safety Key to avoid serious bodily injury.
... of causing physical damages. ❏ Possibility of importance, as defined below. CAUTION: Provides information that must follow warnings carefully to Symbols The symbols in this manual are identified by their level of causing information loss. Read the following carefully before handling the product. For Safety Key to avoid serious bodily injury.
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... Penetration by foreign objects may cause fire or shock. ❏ Never insert or disconnect the power plug with care. Always supply power directly from a standard 100 VAC domestic power outlet. ❏ Handle the power cable with wet hands. A iii Connection to an improper ...Continued use the specified power source. Tampering with this product may lead to set up this manual. Improper handling may lead to the unit. Overloading the outlet may result in . Warnings TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide WARNING: ❏ Shut down your equipment immediately if it in. ...
... Penetration by foreign objects may cause fire or shock. ❏ Never insert or disconnect the power plug with care. Always supply power directly from a standard 100 VAC domestic power outlet. ❏ Handle the power cable with wet hands. A iii Connection to an improper ...Continued use the specified power source. Tampering with this product may lead to set up this manual. Improper handling may lead to the unit. Overloading the outlet may result in . Warnings TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide WARNING: ❏ Shut down your equipment immediately if it in. ...
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... heavy objects on top of the hand in the roll paper opening where the manual cutter is installed. ❏ Do not open the roll paper cover without taking... injury from the autocutter fixed blade. ❏ A needle for supplying ink to the printer is located inside the ink cartridge holder may cause an injury. Inserting your fingers inside the ink cartridge ...holder. A Modular Connectors The printer uses the modular connectors specifically designed for an extended period. ❏ Parts on this equipment...
... heavy objects on top of the hand in the roll paper opening where the manual cutter is installed. ❏ Do not open the roll paper cover without taking... injury from the autocutter fixed blade. ❏ A needle for supplying ink to the printer is located inside the ink cartridge holder may cause an injury. Inserting your fingers inside the ink cartridge ...holder. A Modular Connectors The printer uses the modular connectors specifically designed for an extended period. ❏ Parts on this equipment...
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... up of document TM-T88II User's Manual TM-T88III User's Manual ESC/POS Application Programming Guide TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide EPSON OPOS ADK Description Provides information to enable POS operators to obtain this Manual This manual describes the TM-T88III, a current EPSON thermal printer product. TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide About this guide. Manual Content The manual is packed in use the TM-T88II/TM-T88III safely and...
... up of document TM-T88II User's Manual TM-T88III User's Manual ESC/POS Application Programming Guide TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide EPSON OPOS ADK Description Provides information to enable POS operators to obtain this Manual This manual describes the TM-T88III, a current EPSON thermal printer product. TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide About this guide. Manual Content The manual is packed in use the TM-T88II/TM-T88III safely and...
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... a Windows driver.* Provides information for anyone who is included in the EPSON Advanced Printer Driver.* * You can obtain these items from one of document EPSON OPOS ADK Manual EPSON Advanced Printer Driver EPSON Advanced Printer Driver Manual Description Provides information for anyone who is programming using the APD (EPSON Advanced Printer Driver). vi Rev. A This is programming using OPOS. Name of...
... a Windows driver.* Provides information for anyone who is included in the EPSON Advanced Printer Driver.* * You can obtain these items from one of document EPSON OPOS ADK Manual EPSON Advanced Printer Driver EPSON Advanced Printer Driver Manual Description Provides information for anyone who is programming using the APD (EPSON Advanced Printer Driver). vi Rev. A This is programming using OPOS. Name of...
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... 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...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
... 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...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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... the TM-T88II printer, also is an obsolete product, which works for legacy support. The TM-T88II is obsolete and no longer available. Chapter 1 Product 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.
... the TM-T88II printer, also is an obsolete product, which works for legacy support. The TM-T88II is obsolete and no longer available. Chapter 1 Product 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.
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...The customer can select either 58 mm {2.28"} or 80 mm {3.15"} paper. This option is sharp and may damage the printer. TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide 1.2.4 Connectors All cables are connected to the connector panel on the various interfaces and how to connect the power... Note: The picture above shows a serial interface model. Do not touch the manual cutter with your hands when installing or replacing roll paper. The manual cutter is performed at the factory by installation of the printer. A Figure 1-4 Paper spacer Product Overview 1-5 Rev. FG FG DK DC24V ...
...The customer can select either 58 mm {2.28"} or 80 mm {3.15"} paper. This option is sharp and may damage the printer. TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide 1.2.4 Connectors All cables are connected to the connector panel on the various interfaces and how to connect the power... Note: The picture above shows a serial interface model. Do not touch the manual cutter with your hands when installing or replacing roll paper. The manual cutter is performed at the factory by installation of the printer. A Figure 1-4 Paper spacer Product Overview 1-5 Rev. FG FG DK DC24V ...
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TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide FOEEUPDTAPEERRRPOORWER Figure 1-8 Closing the printer cover 5. Open the printer cover, and remove the core of the roll paper using the manual cutter. Tear off paper 1.3.2.2 Replacing Paper Follow the procedure below to improve the appearance of... 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 printer. 3. Rev. FOEEUPDTAPEERRRPOORWER Figure 1-9 Tear off the leading edge of the previously used roll paper. 2.
TM-T88II/T88III Technical Reference Guide FOEEUPDTAPEERRRPOORWER Figure 1-8 Closing the printer cover 5. Open the printer cover, and remove the core of the roll paper using the manual cutter. Tear off paper 1.3.2.2 Replacing Paper Follow the procedure below to improve the appearance of... 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 printer. 3. Rev. FOEEUPDTAPEERRRPOORWER Figure 1-9 Tear off the leading edge of the previously used roll paper. 2.
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...other cables or other details, refer to the installation manual provided 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 ... to dust and other foreign matter. ❏ Be sure to avoid bumping so that the printer is turned off . 2.1 Installing the Printer In addition to regular horizontal installation, the printer can make various settings with DIP switches. Note: Serial interface communication conditions must be hung on...
...other cables or other details, refer to the installation manual provided 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 ... to dust and other foreign matter. ❏ Be sure to avoid bumping so that the printer is turned off . 2.1 Installing the Printer In addition to regular horizontal installation, the printer can make various settings with DIP switches. Note: Serial interface communication conditions must be hung on...
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...directly controlling the printer without the user of the connector and pull straight out. 2.5.2 Connecting the Drawer Kick-out Cable WARNING: Prepare a drawer that meets printer specifications. 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...kick-out solenoid or other parts in serial communications. For details on ESC/POS commands, also refer to the manual for TM-88II. For details on installation methods, refer to "ESC/POS Commands" (page 3-5). 2-16 Setup Rev. ...
...directly controlling the printer without the user of the connector and pull straight out. 2.5.2 Connecting the Drawer Kick-out Cable WARNING: Prepare a drawer that meets printer specifications. 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...kick-out solenoid or other parts in serial communications. For details on ESC/POS commands, also refer to the manual for TM-88II. For details on installation methods, refer to "ESC/POS Commands" (page 3-5). 2-16 Setup Rev. ...
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...C++ to use status API. ❏ Manuals The following manuals can be installed: • User's manual (for developers) • Engineering data for each status • Main function control methods (for WordPad and VB) 3.1.1.3 EPSON Advanced Printer Driver support environment ❏ Supported interfaces ...• Visual C++ ❏ Supported devices Refer to the release note for the driver for operation. A 3.1.1.2 EPSON Advanced Printer Driver contents The installer automatically evaluates the target PC environment and automatically installs the DLL and software components necessary for ...
...C++ to use status API. ❏ Manuals The following manuals can be installed: • User's manual (for developers) • Engineering data for each status • Main function control methods (for WordPad and VB) 3.1.1.3 EPSON Advanced Printer Driver support environment ❏ Supported interfaces ...• Visual C++ ❏ Supported devices Refer to the release note for the driver for operation. A 3.1.1.2 EPSON Advanced Printer Driver contents The installer automatically evaluates the target PC environment and automatically installs the DLL and software components necessary for ...
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... (simply called "OPOS" from the installers and setup utilities to the "Application Programmers Guide Specification" provided by EPSON-original Direct IO with that application, resident fonts sometimes cannot be used with parameters, power-on notification, offline buffer clear ... printer driver (OCX). 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 required for the APD. See the manual ...
... (simply called "OPOS" from the installers and setup utilities to the "Application Programmers Guide Specification" provided by EPSON-original Direct IO with that application, resident fonts sometimes cannot be used with parameters, power-on notification, offline buffer clear ... printer driver (OCX). 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 required for the APD. See the manual ...
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...Manuals • User's guide (environment construction manual: installation/uninstallation, usage methods for various utilities) • Application Development Guide (manual for OPOS-compliant application developer: common manual, manual for each device class and SO for EPSON devices. ❏ Direct IO with parameters available: • Gets the printer... in the devices) 3.1.2.2 EPSON OPOS ADK contents The installer of equipment and connection ports and various settings (print wait time, etc.). • TM Flash logo utility Saves a bitmap file to the printer or customer display, for VB...
...Manuals • User's guide (environment construction manual: installation/uninstallation, usage methods for various utilities) • Application Development Guide (manual for OPOS-compliant application developer: common manual, manual for each device class and SO for EPSON devices. ❏ Direct IO with parameters available: • Gets the printer... in the devices) 3.1.2.2 EPSON OPOS ADK contents The installer of equipment and connection ports and various settings (print wait time, etc.). • TM Flash logo utility Saves a bitmap file to the printer or customer display, for VB...
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Note: Each USB model TM printer has its detailed manual for a 10Base-T/ 100Base-TX Ethernet interface installed in the printer driver on the host computer. By storing shop logos to NVRAM, the print speed can be increased. 3.1.4.3 USB interface ID ...definition command (when ESC/POS commands are used). 3-6 Application Development Information Rev. Customers who have purchased the Ethernet model TM printer need this printer, you to the following web site: http://pos.epson.com/ For customers from a host computer. You can obtain the utilities from one of this utility, for example,...
Note: Each USB model TM printer has its detailed manual for a 10Base-T/ 100Base-TX Ethernet interface installed in the printer driver on the host computer. By storing shop logos to NVRAM, the print speed can be increased. 3.1.4.3 USB interface ID ...definition command (when ESC/POS commands are used). 3-6 Application Development Information Rev. Customers who have purchased the Ethernet model TM printer need this printer, you to the following web site: http://pos.epson.com/ For customers from a host computer. You can obtain the utilities from one of this utility, for example,...