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Technical Reference Guide

Product Overview

Describes features of the Product.
Setup
Describes setup and installation of the product.
Handling
Describes how to handle the product.
Advanced Usage
Describes advanced usage methods for the product.
Application Development Information
Describes how to control the printer and necessary informa-
tion when you develop applications.
Replacement of the TM-T88IV
Describes precautions for replacement.
Appendix
Describes general specifications and character codes.
M00024306
Rev. F

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  • Page 1: Product Overview

    Technical Reference Guide Product Overview Describes features of the Product. Setup Describes setup and installation of the product. Handling Describes how to handle the product. Advanced Usage Describes advanced usage methods for the product. Application Development Information Describes how to control the printer and necessary informa- tion when you develop applications.
  • Page 2 • Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. • Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by the purchaser or third parties as a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the U.S.) failure to strictly comply with Seiko Epson Corporation’s operating...

  • Page 3: For Safety

    For Safety Key to Symbols The symbols in this manual are identified by their level of importance, as defined below. Read the following carefully before handling the product. You must follow warnings carefully to avoid serious bodily injury. WARNING Provides information that must be observed to prevent damage to the equipment or loss of data.

  • Page 4: Warnings

    • Shut down your equipment immediately if it produces smoke, a strange odor, or unusual noise. Continued use may lead to fire. Immediately unplug the equipment and contact your dealer or a Seiko Epson service center for advice. • Never attempt to repair this product yourself. Improper repair work can be dangerous.

  • Page 5: Cautions

    Cautions • Do not connect cables in ways other than those mentioned in this manual. Different connections may cause equipment damage or fire. • Be sure to set this equipment on a firm, stable, horizontal surface. CAUTION The product may break or cause injury if it falls. •...

  • Page 6: About This Manual

    About this Manual Aim of the Manual This manual provides developers/engineers with all the necessary information for design, development and installation of a POS system, and also design and development of a printer application. Manual Content The manual is made up of the following sections: Chapter 1 Product Overview Chapter 2...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents ■ For Safety..........................3 Key to Symbols ............................3 Warnings ..............................4 Cautions..............................5 ■ Restriction of Use ........................5 ■ About this Manual ........................6 Aim of the Manual..........................6 Manual Content ............................ 6 ■ Contents ..........................7 Product Overview ................11 ■ Features ..........................11 ■...
  • Page 8 Setup .....................25 ■ Flow of Setup........................25 ■ Installing the Printer......................26 Important Notes on Horizontal Installation ..................26 Important Notes on Wall Hanging......................26 ■ Changing the Paper Width....................27 ■ Adjusting the Paper Roll Near-End Sensor ............... 29 ■ Connecting the AC adapter ..................... 30 Connecting the AC adapter ......................30 ■...
  • Page 9 For Serial Interface ..........................56 For Parallel Interface..........................58 For Built-in USB Interface........................59 For Ethernet/Wireless LAN/USB Interface................... 60 Bluetooth Interface..........................61 Selecting the Print Density (DIP Switches 2-3/2-4) ................62 Selecting the BUSY Status........................62 ■ Setting the Memory Switches (Customized Value)......................63 Functions...............................
  • Page 10 Driver Compatibility ..........................85 USB Low Power Consumption Mode ....................86 Maintenance Counter.........................86 Buzzer ..............................86 Power Supply Box..........................86 Overall Dimensions ..........................87 ■ Additional Functions and Functional Improvements............88 Paper Width ............................88 Print Speed ............................88 Barcodes ...............................88 Number of Characters.........................89 Image Tone Setting ..........................89 Interface ..............................89 USB Class..............................89 Coupon Printing ...........................89...

  • Page 11: Product Overview

    • Image tone can be changed. • The remote configuration tool allows you to check the status of and configure the printer connected to a computer on the network. • The TM-T88V is ENERGY STAR qualified. (Some configurations may be exempted, depending on their components.)
  • Page 12 ) can be used. • Built-in USB interface is also available for all interface models. • The TM-T88V Software & Documents Disc (drivers, utility, and manuals). * Except the following interface boards with the buzzer function ∗ UB-E02A, UB-R02A, UB-R03A...

  • Page 13: Product Configurations

    Chapter 1 Product Overview Product Configurations Interfaces Built-in USB interface Interface board (UB): (May be covered with a Serial/Parallel/USB/ plate for some models.) Ethernet/Wireless LAN • Serial UB + built-in USB interface model • Parallel UB + built-in USB interface model •...

  • Page 14: Accessories

    • Roll paper guide for 58 mm width paper* • Two strips for the roll paper guide* • Screw for the roll paper guide* • The TM-T88V Software & Documents Disc (drivers, utilities, and documentation) * • Warranty certificate* • Setup Guide or User’s manual * May not be included depending on the model.

  • Page 15: Part Names And Functions

    Chapter 1 Product Overview Part Names and Functions Roll paper cover Cutter cover Control panel C o n n e c t o r cover Cover open button Power switch cover Power switch Power Switch Turns the printer on or off. The marks on the switch: ( : OFF/ : ON) Before turning on the printer, be sure to check that the AC adapter is connected to...

  • Page 16: Power Switch Cover

    Power Switch Cover Install the power switch cover that comes with the TM-T88V onto the printer to prevent inadvertent changing of the power switch, to prevent tampering, and to improve the appearance of the printer. To reset the printer when the power switch cover is installed, insert a long, thin object (such as the end of a paper clip) into the hole in the power switch cover and press the power switch.

  • Page 17: Feed Button

    Chapter 1 Product Overview LEDs Power LED (green) • Lights when the power supply is on. • Goes out when the power supply is turned off. Error LED Lights or flashes when the printer is offline. • Lights after the power is turned on or after a reset (offline). Automatically goes out after a while to indicate that the printer is ready.

  • Page 18: Connectors

    Connectors All cables are connected to the connector panel on the lower rear of the printer. Serial interface Parallel interface Power supply Drawer kick (DK) USB interface (Built-in/UB) USB Plus Power Ethernet interface • Drawer kick connector: Connects a cash drawer or the optional external buzzer. •...

  • Page 19: Online And Offline

    Chapter 1 Product Overview Online and Offline Online When no events to go offline have occurred, the printer is online and ready for normal printing. Offline The printer automatically goes offline under the following conditions: • During power on (including resetting with the interface) until the printer is ready. •...

  • Page 20: Error Status

    Error Status There are three possible error types: automatically recoverable errors, recoverable errors, and unrecoverable errors. Automatically Recoverable Errors Printing is no longer possible when automatically recoverable errors occur. They can be recovered easily, as described below. Error Error description Error LED flash code Recovery measure Roll paper...

  • Page 21: Unrecoverable Errors

    Chapter 1 Product Overview Unrecoverable Errors Printing is no longer possible when unrecoverable errors occur. The printer must be repaired. Turn off the power immediately when unrecoverable errors occur. CAUTION Error Error description Error LED flash code Memory R/W error After R/W checking, the printer does not LED ON work correctly.

  • Page 22: Nv Memory

    Use the TM-T88V Utility to register graphics. You can also print and confirm the registered graphics in the NV graphics memory print mode. • For detailed information about the TM-T88V Utility, see the TM-T88V Utility User’s Manual. • For information about how to use the NV graphics memory print mode, see "NV...

  • Page 23: Memory Switches (Customized Value)

    NV memory. You can read the information with the Status API of the APD or OPOS ADK to use it for periodical checks or part replacement. Maintenance Counter can be checked with the TM-T88V Utility or in a self-test.

  • Page 25: Setup

    Chapter 2 Setup Setup This chapter describes setup and installation of the product and peripherals. Flow of Setup This chapter consists of the following sections along with the setup flow of the product and peripherals. Installing the Printer (page 26) Changing the Paper Width (page 27) Adjusting the Paper Roll Near-End Sensor (page 29) Connecting the AC adapter (page 30)

  • Page 26: Installing The Printer

    Installing the Printer You can install this printer horizontally. With an optional hanging bracket (WH-10), you can also attach the printer to a wall. Important Notes on Horizontal Installation • The printer must be installed horizontally on a flat surface (not tilted). •...

  • Page 27: Changing The Paper Width

    Chapter 2 Setup Changing the Paper Width The printer is initially set to print on 80 mm width paper and you can change the printer to print on 58 mm width paper by installing the roll paper guide and changing the paper width setting with the customized value.
  • Page 28 Paste the enclosed 2 small strips along the roll paper guide on the bottom of the roll paper holder. Make sure the space between the top edge of the strip and the line of the groove in the roll paper guide is 0.5 mm or less.

  • Page 29: Adjusting The Paper Roll Near-End Sensor

    Chapter 2 Setup Adjusting the Paper Roll Near-End Sensor Below are two situations where a roll paper NE sensor adjustment is required. • To adjust the detection position to suit the diameter of the roll paper core used. • To adjust the detection position of remaining amount of paper. •...

  • Page 30: Connecting The Ac Adapter

    Connecting the AC adapter Use the Epson PS-180 or an equivalent product as the AC adapter. If the printer emits smoke, fire, heat, any strange odor, or unusual noise, turn off the power immediately and unplug the equipment. WARNING Connecting the AC adapter Make sure the printer’s power is turned off.
  • Page 31 Chapter 2 Setup The optional power supply box (OT-BX88V) is available. You can store the power supply unit in the box attached to the printer.

  • Page 32: Connecting The Printer To The Host Computer

    Connecting the Printer to the Host Computer • Be sure to install the driver before connecting the printer to the host computer. • The printer uses modular connectors specifically designed for the cash drawer. Do not connect these connectors to an ordinary telephone line. For Serial Interface Connecting the serial interface (RS-232) cable Be sure to turn off the power for both the printer and host computer before...
  • Page 33 You can connect a customer display (DM-D) stand type and the printer to a host computer using a pass-through connection. For more details, see Technical Reference Guide of the customer display. DM-D Serial cable Serial cable Extension power TM-T88V AC adapter...

  • Page 34: For Parallel Interface

    For Parallel Interface Connecting the parallel interface cable Insert the interface cable connector firmly into the interface connector on the connector panel. Press down the clips on either side of the connector to lock it in place. When using interface cables equipped with a ground line, attach the ground line to the screw hole marked “FG”...

  • Page 35: For Usb Interface

    Chapter 2 Setup For USB Interface If you want to communicate via the built-in USB interface when you use a model with an interface other than the serial/parallel interface, you need to change the interface mode with the memory switch (customized value). To set the memory switch (customized value), "Setting the Memory Switches (Customized Value)"...

  • Page 36: Connecting The Usb Interface Cable

    Connecting the USB interface cable Attach the locking wire saddle at the location shown in the figure below. Put the USB cable through the locking wire saddle. Putting the USB cable through the locking wire saddle, as shown in the figure below, prevents the cable from coming unplugged.
  • Page 37 DM connector. • Set the communication conditions of the customer display as follows: ∗ Baud rate: 19200 bps ∗ Bit length: 8-bit ∗ Parity: no parity ∗ Stop bit: 1 Modular cable USB cable DM-D TM-T88V...

  • Page 38: For Ethernet Interface

    For Ethernet Interface Connect the printer to a network by a LAN cable via a hub. For the setting of the network parameters such as IP address, see User's Manual or Technical Reference Guide of UB-Exx. Connecting the Ethernet interface cable •...

  • Page 39: For Wireless Lan Interface

    Reference Guide for details on connecting to iOS devices. Connecting to Windows PCs ® You can connect quickly and easily by using the EPSON TM Bluetooth Connector utility. Start the utility, select the search method, and then click [Search]. Select the printer you want to pair with, and then click [Connect].

  • Page 40: Connecting The Cash Drawer

    Connecting the Cash Drawer If the optional external buzzer is used, you cannot use a cash drawer. Connecting the Drawer Kick Cable • Specifications of drawers differ depending on makers or models. When you use a drawer other than specified, make sure its specification meets the following con- ditions.
  • Page 41 Chapter 2 Setup Drawer Connection Circuitry Drawer kick connector With shielded Drawer kick solenoid +24V Control device Drawer open/close switch Printer side User side [Drawer kick side]...

  • Page 42: Setting The Built-In Buzzer (For Model With A Built-In Buzzer)

    Setting the Built-in Buzzer (for Model with a Built-in Buzzer) For specifications with a built-in buzzer, a pulse output is sent to drawer kick connector pin 5 to beep the buzzer. When using a cash drawer, connect a cash drawer operated by pin 2. If you have to use a cash drawer operated by pin 5, change the DIP switch settings for the buzzer circuit.

  • Page 43: Connecting The Optional External Buzzer

    Changing Settings Using the Utility Start the APD5 Utility or TM-T88V Utility. For details, see the "Advanced Printer Driver Ver.5 Printer Manual" or the "TM-T88V Util- ity User's Manual". Click "Option Buzzer" from the menu, and then select "Use Buzzer".
  • Page 44 Changing Settings Using Memory Switch Setting Mode Start the Memory Switch Setting Mode. For details, see "Memory Switch Setting Mode" on page Select Buzzer Control from Other Settings. Select Option Buzzer, and then set Enable. Set the timing and beep pattern for the optional buzzer as necessary.

  • Page 45: Attaching The Connector Cover

    Chapter 2 Setup Attaching the Connector Cover When using the connector cover, attach the connector cover. Follow the steps below to attach the connector cover to protect cables. Turn over the printer. Position the two hooks on both sides of the connector cover so that they hook the printer case.
  • Page 46 • The serial, USB, or power cables can pass beneath the front of the printer so that the back of the printer looks uncluttered. • To remove the connector cover, turn the printer over, and push the connector cover down while pushing both sides of the connector cover inward to detach the hooks from the printer case.

  • Page 47: Arranging The Cables

    Chapter 2 Setup Arranging the Cables Route the cables when using the connector cover. Pass the cables through cable exits in the connector cover. The connector cover has cable exits on the back and both sides. You can also route the cables out the front by passing them through the notch in the printer bottom.

  • Page 49: Handling

    Chapter 3 Handling Handling This chapter describes basic handling of the printer. Installing and Replacing Roll Paper • Do not open the roll paper cover during printing. The printer may be damaged. • Do not touch the manual cutter with your hands when installing or replacing the WARNING roll paper.
  • Page 50 Install the roll paper in the correct direction. Pull out some roll paper, and close the roll paper cover. Tear off the roll paper with the manual cutter.

  • Page 51: Removing Jammed Paper

    Chapter 3 Handling Removing Jammed Paper When a paper jam occurs, never pull out the paper forcibly. Open the roll paper cover and remove the jammed paper. When the roll paper cover cannot be opened, follow the steps below to remove the jammed paper.
  • Page 52 Close the cutter cover. Open the roll paper cover and remove the jammed paper.

  • Page 53: Cleaning The Printer

    Doing so may damage or break the parts made of plastic and rubber. Cleaning the Thermal Head/Platen Roller Epson recommends cleaning the thermal head periodically (generally every 3 months) to maintain receipt print quality. Depending on the roll paper used, paper dust may stick to the platen roller and cause an irregular paper feed.

  • Page 54: Preparing For Transport

    Preparing for Transport Follow the steps below to transport the printer. Turn off the printer. Remove the power supply connector. Remove the roll paper. Pack the printer upright.

  • Page 55: Advanced Usage

    Chapter 4 Advanced Usage Advanced Usage Setting the DIP Switches On this printer, you can make various settings with DIP switches. The DIP switches are already set for the current interfaces. Change the setting if necessary. Functions of the DIP switches differ depending on the interface. For models with the buzzer function, see also "Setting the Built-in Buzzer (for Model with a Built-in Buzzer)"...

  • Page 56: For Serial Interface

    DIP switch bank 2 DIP switch bank 3 DIP switch bank 1 Set the DIP switches, using the tip of a tool, such as a small screwdriver. Replace the DIP switch cover, and screw it in place. For Serial Interface When using the built-in USB interface, it is not necessary to change the DIP switch setting but their function changes.
  • Page 57 Chapter 4 Advanced Usage Transmission Speed (DIP Switches 1-7/1-8) Transmission speed (bps: bits per second) SW 1-7 SW 1-8 Depends on the memory switches (customized value) settings.* 4800 9600 (default) 19200 bps: bits per second * The default value of transmission speed set with memory switches (customized value) is 38400 bps.

  • Page 58: For Parallel Interface

    For Parallel Interface When using the built-in USB interface, it is not necessary to change the DIP switch setting but their function changes. For the details, see "For Built-in USB Interface" on page DIP Switch Bank 1 Default Function setting Auto line feed Always enabled Always disabled...

  • Page 59: For Built-In Usb Interface

    Chapter 4 Advanced Usage For Built-in USB Interface When using the serial or parallel interface, it is not necessary to change the DIP switch setting but their function changes. For the details, see "For Serial Interface" on page 56 "For Parallel Interface"...

  • Page 60: For Ethernet/Wireless Lan/Usb Interface

    For Ethernet/Wireless LAN/USB Interface DIP Switch Bank 1 Default Function setting Auto line feed Always enabled Always disabled Receive buffer capacity 45 bytes 4 KB 1-3 ∼ Undefined — DIP Switch Bank 2 Default Function setting • Offline Handshaking (BUSY condition) Receive buffer full •...

  • Page 61: Bluetooth Interface

    Chapter 4 Advanced Usage Bluetooth Interface DIP Switch Bank 1 Default Function setting Auto line feed Always enabled Always disabled Receive buffer capacity 45 bytes 4 KB 1-3 ∼ Undefined — DIP Switch Bank 2 Default Function setting R e s e r v e d ( D o n o t c h a n g e Fixed to ON setting) R e s e r v e d ( D o n o t c h a n g e...

  • Page 62: Selecting The Print Density (Dip Switches 2-3/2-4)

    Selecting the Print Density (DIP Switches 2-3/2-4) Function SW 2-3 SW 2-4 Do not set Print density (standard) Print density (darker than standard) Print density (dark) • If the print density is set to “Darker than standard” or “Dark” level, print speed may be reduced.

  • Page 63: Setting The Memory Switches (Customized Value)

    • Line space reduction rate • Line feed reduction rate • Barcode height reduction rate Transmission speed ✔ ✔ ✔ for serial interface ✔ ✔ Printer model* *1: Setting printer model is also available with the TM-T88V Printer Model Setting Utility.

  • Page 64: Functions

    • To directly configure the printer in the memory switch setting mode, see "Memory Switch Setting Mode" on page • For detailed information about the TM-T88V Utility, see the TM-T88V Utility User’s Manual. • For detailed information about ESC/POS commands, see the ESC/POS Application Programming Guide.

  • Page 65: Setting The Print Speed

    Chapter 4 Advanced Usage Setting the print speed Selectable from levels 1 to 13 (Slow ∼ Fast) (default setting: level 13) Depending on print conditions, such as print duty, print head temperature, and data transmission speed, print speed is automatically adjusted, which may cause white lines due to intermittent print (the motor sometimes stops).
  • Page 66 Selectable from: automatic selection, fixed to UB interface, or fixed to built-in USB. Those 3 modes are described in both tables below. The TM-T88V has dual interfaces: a built-in USB interface and another interface selected by the customer. (The selectable interface is referred to as the “UB” interface.) The table below describes the modes you can set for the printer to control the dual interfaces.
  • Page 67 115200 bps. (The default is 38400 bps.) (See "Transmission Speed (DIP Switches 1-7/1-8)" on page 57.) Setting the printer model When you use the TM-T88V with the APD Ver. 4.00 ~ 4.04, you need to change the printer model name to “TM-T88IV.”...

  • Page 68: Setting/Checking Modes

    Setting/Checking Modes As well as print mode, the following modes are also provided for making various printer settings and checking items. • Self-test mode • NV graphics information print mode • R/E (receipt enhancement) information print mode • Memory switch setting mode •...

  • Page 69: Self-Test Mode

    Chapter 4 Advanced Usage In (1) and (2), the following guidances are printed, the Power LED flashes, and instructs the user's operations. (1) Continuing self-test guidance (2) Mode selection guidance Select Modes by pressing Feed Button. Mode Selection Mode Selection Continue SELF-TEST: Less than 1 second Mode Selection : 1 second or more...

  • Page 70: Nv Graphics Information Print Mode

    Follow the steps below. Close the roll paper cover. While pressing the Feed button, turn on the printer. (Hold down the Feed button until printing starts.) After printing the current print status, a Continuing self-test guidance is printed, and the Power LED flashes.

  • Page 71: Receipt Enhancement Information Print Mode

    Chapter 4 Advanced Usage Receipt Enhancement Information Print Mode Prints the following R/E (receipt enhancement) information registered to the printer. • Automatic top logo setting • Automatic bottom logo setting • Extended settings for automatic top/bottom logo Follow the steps below. After running a self-test, hold down the Feed button for at least one sec- ond, and then select the Mode selection.
  • Page 72 Follow the steps below. After running a self-test, hold down the Feed button for at least one second, and then select the Mode selection. The Mode selection guidance is printed, and the Paper LED flashes. Briefly press the Feed button three times (less than one second), hold it down for at least one second, and then select the Software settings mode (Customized value setting).

  • Page 73: Hexadecimal Dumping Mode

    Chapter 4 Advanced Usage Select a setting by briefly pressing the Feed button (less than one sec- ond) for the number of times applicable to the setting, and then hold down the button for more than one second to confirm your selection. After saving the settings, the Software setting mode guidance is printed, and the Paper LED flashes.
  • Page 74 Example of printing in hexadecimal dumping mode Hexadecimal Dump To terminate hexadecimal dump, press FEED button three times. 1B 21 00 1B 26 02 40 40 1B 69 . ! . . & . @ @ . i 1B 25 01 1B 63 34 00 1B 30 31 . % . . c 4 . . 0 1 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 4A A B C D E F G H I J *** completed *** To close hexadecimal dumping mode, turn off the printer after printing is...

  • Page 75: Application Development Information

    • ePOS-Print SDK (for Android/iOS/Windows Store Apps/JavaScript) ESC/POS ESC/POS is the Epson original printer command system for POS printers and customer display. With ESC/POS commands, you can directly control all the printer functions, but detailed knowledge of printer specifications or combination of commands is required, compared to using drivers and applications.

  • Page 76: Controlling The Cash Drawer

    Register a cash drawer using the SetupPOS Utility, and control using the OpenDrawer method or the DirectIO function. For details, see the "EPSON OPOS ADK for .NET MANUAL Application Development Guide Cash Drawer (EPSON Standard)" and the "UnifiedPOS Specification". ePOS-Print SDK The output command for the drawer kick pulse and the status transmission command are provided in each SDK library.

  • Page 77: Controlling The Built-In Buzzer

    POSPrinter (TM Series)". OPOS for .NET Register a POS printer using the SetupPOS Utility and control using the DirectIO function. For details, see the "EPSON OPOS ADK for .NET MANUAL Application Development Guide POSPrinter (TM-T88V)". ePOS-Print SDK Use the output command for the drawer kick pulse provided in each SDK library. For details, see the user's manuals provided with each SDK.

  • Page 78: Controlling The Optional External Buzzer

    POSPrinter (TM Series)". OPOS for .NET Register a POS printer using the SetupPOS Utility and control using the DirectIO function. For details, see the "EPSON OPOS ADK for .NET MANUAL Application Development Guide POSPrinter (TM-T88V)". ePOS-Print SDK The command for the buzzer function is provided in each SDK library. For details, see the user's manuals provided with each SDK.

  • Page 79: Software And Manuals

    . Because controlling POS peripherals with original commands is not required on the application side, efficient system development is possible. EPSON OPOS ADK for .NET The OPOS ADK for .NET is a POS industry standard Windows printer driver compatible with Microsoft POS for .NET.

  • Page 80: Drivers

    In addition to ordinary Windows printer driver Windows Driver (APD) functions, this driver has controls specific to POS. The Status API (Epson original DLL) that monitors printer status and sends ESC/POS commands is also attached to this driver. EPSON TM Virtual Port...

  • Page 81: Utilities

    Operating Software Description environment TM-T88V Mac Printer Mac printer driver allows you to control the TM-T88V Driver using Common UNIX Printing System (CUPS) on Mac OS X. This is a full raster printer driver. It is able to print images, text, and vector graphics etc., that an application...

  • Page 82: Download

    Wireless LAN model to a computer for setup via the USB interface. Monitoring Tool Use to check a list of status for the Epson printers Windows connected to the network. Deployment Tool...

  • Page 83: Replacement Of The Tm-T88Iv

    TM-T88V prints the same results as the TM-T88IV prints. Print Density The print density of the TM-T88V can be set with DIP switches (2-3/2-4) as can the TM-T88IV. Set the density the same as for the TM-T88IV to print in the same print density.

  • Page 84: Printable Area (For 80 Mm Width Paper)

    Receive Buffer You can set the receive buffer of the TM-T88V to 4KB or 45 bytes with DIP switch 1-2 as with the TM-T88IV. The buffer full condition and buffer full release condition of the TM-T88V are the same as those of the TM-T88IV.

  • Page 85: Dip Switches

    The functional assignments of DIP switches are the same as those of the TM-T88IV except for DIP switches 2-3 and 2-4. Since the TM-T88V does not have a low power consumption mode, do not set DIP switches 2-3 and 2-4 both to ON.

  • Page 86: Usb Low Power Consumption Mode

    The TM-T88V has a maintenance counter just as the TM-T88IV has. Buzzer TM-T88V is available with a built-in buzzer or without the buzzer. Even if you purchase the one without the buzzer, you can attach an optional external buzzer. You can beep the buzzer with the pulse signal using a command.

  • Page 87: Overall Dimensions

    You can place the TM-T88V in the same location as the TM-T88IV, since its overall dimensions and weight are about the same as or smaller than those of the TM-T88IV. With the wall hanging bracket (WH-10), you can attach the TM-T88V to a wall just as you can with the TM-T88IV. TM-T88V TM-T88IV W:145 ×...

  • Page 88: Additional Functions And Functional Improvements

    Once you change the paper width form 80 mm to 58 mm, you cannot change it back to 80 Print Speed The TM-T88V has increased its print speed up to a maximum of 300 mm/s. TM-T88V TM-T88IV...

  • Page 89: Number Of Characters

    The TM-T88V allows you to specify tone of images (2 tones/Grayscale). Interface The USB interface is added to the main unit of the TM-T88V as standard equipment. USB Class When using the built-in USB interface or USB Plus Power, USB printer class can be used beside the USB vendor-defined class.

  • Page 90: Customized Value

    For detailed information about the customized value, see "Setting the Memory Switches (Customized Value)" on page R/E Information Printing Mode The TM-T88V has a Receipt Enhancement (R/E) Information Printing mode that lets you confirm the following information: • Automatic top logo setting • Automatic bottom logo setting...

  • Page 91: Low Power Load Mode

    Chapter 6 Replacement of the TM-T88IV Low Power Load Mode For the TM-T88V, there is a new low power load mode. In this mode, the power supply load is lowered by automatically changing the print speed, depending on the print duty. You can set the mode with the customized value.

  • Page 93: Appendix

    Appendix Appendix Product Specifications Printing method Thermal line printing Cutting method Partial cut (cutting with one point in left edge left uncut) Roll paper (single-ply) width 80 mm width paper printing: 79.5 ± 0.5 mm (3.13 ± 0.02") 58 mm width paper printing: 57.5 ± 0.5 mm (2.26 ± 0.02") Interfaces Serial (RS-232), Parallel (IEEE1284), Ethernet (10/100BASE-T), USB (Full-speed), Wireless LAN (IEEE802.11b)

  • Page 94: Printing Specifications

    Overall dimensions 145 × 195 × 148 mm {5.71 × 7.68 × 5.83"} (W × D × H) Mass Approx. 1.6 kg {3.5 lb} (roll paper excluded) Printing Specifications Printing method Thermal line printing Dot density 180 × 180 dpi Printing direction Unidirectional with friction feed (Reverse feed is not supported.)

  • Page 95: Character Specifications

    Appendix Character Specifications Number of characters Alphanumeric characters: 95 Extended graphics: 128 × 43 pages (including user-defined page) International characters: 18 sets GB18030-2000: 28,533 (for Simplified Chinese characters model) Big 5: 13,535 (for Traditional Chinese characters model) Korean Kanji (KC C5601): 8,366 (for Korean model) Thai character: 3-pass printing font (for South Asia model) 128 characters x 3 pages (133 character types) Vietnam character (for South Asia model)

  • Page 96: Printable Area

    Printable Area 80 mm paper width printing The printable area of paper with a width of 79.5 ± 0.5 mm {3.13 ± 0.02"} is 72.2 ± 0.2 mm {2.84 ± 0.008"} (512 dots), and the space on the right and left sides is approximately 3.7 mm {0.15"}. 79.5 0.5 mm {3.13 0.02”} 0.141 0.05 mm {0.0056 0.002”} 72.2 0.2 mm {2.84 0.008}...
  • Page 97 Appendix 58 mm paper width printing The printable area of paper with a width of 57.5 ± 0.5 mm {2.26 ± 0.02"} is 50.8 ± 0.2 mm {2.00 ± 0.008"} (360 dots), and the space on the left side is approximately 3.7 mm {0.15"} and the space on the right side is approximately 3.0 mm {0.12"}.

  • Page 98: Printing And Cutting Positions

    Printing and Cutting Positions Last line of a previous receipt Manual-cutter position Approx. 29 Approx. 15 Autocutter blade position Center of the print dotline Printable area Paper feed direction [units: mm (All the numeric values are typical.)] The values above may vary slightly as a result of paper slack or variations in the paper. Take this into account when setting the cutting position of the autocutter.

  • Page 99: Paper Specifications

    Appendix Paper Specifications Paper types Specified thermal paper Form Roll paper Size Roll paper diameter 83 mm {3.27"} maximum Roll paper spool Inside: 12 mm {0.47"}, Outside: 18 mm {0.71"} Roll width when taken up 80 mm width paper printing: 80 + 0.5/-1.0 mm 58 mm width paper printing: 58 + 0.5/-1.0 mm Paper width 80 mm width paper printing: 79.5 ±...

  • Page 100: Electrical Characteristics

    Electrical Characteristics Supply voltage DC 24V ± 7% Current consumption Standby Mean: Approximately 0.015A (at 24V, 25°C, normal Maximum 1A for drawer kick driving. print density) Operating Mean: Approximately 1.8A Note: When print ratio is approximately 18% • Continuous printing for 50 lines (repeating 20H-7FH) ∗...

  • Page 101: Environmental Conditions

    Ambient temperature Acoustic noise (operating) Approximately 55 dB (bystander position) Note: The values above are measured in the Epson evaluation condition. Acoustic noise differs depending on the paper used, printing contents, and the setting values, such as print speed or print...

  • Page 102: External Dimensions And Mass

    External Dimensions and Mass • Width: Approximately 145 mm {5.71"} • Depth: Approximately 195 mm {7.68"} • Height: Approximately 148 mm {5.83"} • Mass: Approximately 1.6 kg {3.53 lb} (except for roll paper) [Units: mm]...

  • Page 103: Option Specifications

    Appendix Option Specifications AC adapter (PS-180) [Unit: mm] Electric Input conditions Input voltage (rating): 90 to 264VAC characteristics (100VAC -10% to 230VAC +15%) Frequency (rating): 50/60 Hz ± 3 Hz Input current (rating): 1.3A Output conditions Output voltage (rating): 24VDC ± 5% Output current (rating): 2.1A Case specifications Dimensions...

  • Page 104: Specifications Of Interfaces And Connectors

    Specifications of Interfaces and Connectors For detailed information about LAN or wireless LAN, see the Technical Reference Guide for the interface board. RS-232 Serial Interface Interface board specifications (RS-232-compliant) Item Specifications Data transfer method Serial Synchronization Asynchronous Handshake Select one of the following with DIP switch 1-3: •...

  • Page 105: Functions Of Each Connector Pin

    Appendix Functions of each connector pin Pin no. Signal name Signal direction Function — Frame ground Output Transmission data Input Reception data Output Equivalent to DTR signal (pin 20) Input This signal indicates whether the host computer can receive data. SPACE indicates that the host computer can receive data.
  • Page 106 XON/XOFF When XON/XOFF control is selected, the printer transmits the XON or XOFF signals as follows. The transmission timing of XON/XOFF differs, depending on the setting of DIP switch 2-1. DIP switch 2-1 Signal Printer status 1 (ON) 0 (OFF) 1) When the printer goes online after turning on the power (or Transmit Transmit...

  • Page 107: Ieee 1284 Parallel Interface

    Appendix IEEE 1284 Parallel Interface Modes The IEEE 1284 parallel interface supports the following two modes. Mode Communication direction Other information Host → Printer communication Compatibility mode Centronics-compliant Printer → Host communication Reverse mode Assumes a data transfer from an asynchronous printer Compatibility Mode Compatibility mode allows data transmission from host to printer only: Centronics-compatible.

  • Page 108: Interface Signals

    Interface signals Compatibility Source Nibble Mode Byte Mode Mode Host Strobe HostClk HostClk Host/Ptr Data0 (LSB) Data0 (LSB) Data0 (LSB) Host/Ptr Data1 Data1 Data1 Host/Ptr Data2 Data2 Data2 Host/Ptr Data3 Data3 Data3 Host/Ptr Data4 Data4 Data4 Host/Ptr Data5 Data5 Data5 Host/Ptr Data6 Data6...
  • Page 109 Appendix Compatibility Source Nibble Mode Byte Mode Mode Host Init Init Init Printer Fault DataAvail/Data0,4 DataAvail Printer DK_STATUS Printer Host SelectIn 1284-Active 1284-Active NC: Not Connected ND: Not Defined • A signal name with a rule above it indicates an “L” active signal. •...

  • Page 110: Usb (Universal Serial Bus) Interface

    USB (Universal Serial Bus) Interface Outline • Full-speed transmission at 12 Mbps [bps: bits per second] • Plug & Play, Hot Insertion & Removal USB transmission specifications USB function Overall specifications According to USB 2.0 specifications Transmission speed USB Full-Speed (12 Mbps) Transmission method USB bulk transmission method Power supply specifications...

  • Page 111: Character Code Tables

    Appendix Character Code Tables Refer to the following URL regarding the character code table. http://www.epson-biz.com/pos/reference/charcode/...

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