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410019405
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  • Page 1 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide 410019405 Rev. F...
  • Page 3 ❏ 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.)

  • Page 4: 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. WARNING: You must follow warnings carefully to avoid serious bodily injury. CAUTION: Provides information that must be observed to prevent damage to the equipment or loss of data.

  • Page 5: Warnings

    TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Warnings WARNING: ❏ Shut down your equipment immediately if it produces smoke, a strange odor, or unusual noise. Continued use may lead to fire or electric shock. Immediately unplug the equipment. ❏ Only disassemble this product as described in this manual. Do not make modifications to the unit.

  • Page 6: Cautions

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

  • Page 7: About This Manual

    Appendix Setting items for Memory Switch Setting Mode Specifications Character Code Table Related Documentation The following documents also relate to the TM-L90 / TM-L90 Peeler Model. Name of document Description TM-L90 User's Manual (for TM-L90) Comes with the printer. TM-L90 with Peeler User's Manual (for TM-L90 Peeler other...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Mode Switch (TM-L90 Peeler Model Only) ........
  • Page 9 The autocutter is jammed or the roll paper cover will not open (TM-L90 only) ......
  • Page 10 Printing Position in Relation to Cutter Position (TM-L90) ..........141 Printing Position, Peeling Position, Manual Cutter Position (TM-L90 Peeler Model) ..... . 142 Overview of External Dimensions .
  • Page 11 TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Page 30 (TCVN-3: Vietnamese) ..............187 Page 31 (TCVN-3: Vietnamese) .

  • Page 13: Chapter 1 Product Overview

    • Wireless LAN (IEEE802.11a/b/g/n for TM-L90 4** models, TM-L90 Peeler 39* models) • Wireless LAN (IEEE802.11b for the other models) TM-L90 4** models and TM-L90 Peeler 39* models may have the build-in-USB. 1.1.2 Accessories TM-L90 ❏ Start Here ❏ Label roll paper ❏...
  • Page 14 ❏ Screw for installation of the roll paper spacer ❏ Wire saddle* ❏ AC adapter* ❏ AC cable* * May not be included depending on the printer model. TM-L90 Peeler Model ❏ Start Here ❏ Label roll paper ❏ Manual CD ❏ Power switch cover ❏...

  • Page 15: Name And Description Of Each Part

    Cover open lever Roll paper cover Control panel Perforation to pass the cables through FEED Button Printer Part Names * Refer to page 44 for the location of the DIP switches (available only for TM-L90 other than 4** models). Product Overview 15...

  • Page 16: Part Names (Tm-L90 Peeler Model)

    Cover open lever Peeler cover FEED Button Control panel Wiring knockout Roll paper cover Part Names of TM-L90 Peeler Model * Refer to page 44 for the DIP switch positions. (available only for TM-L90 Peeler other than 39* models) 16 Product Overview...

  • Page 17: Paper Feed Button Inside The Printer

    ❏ Pressing this button once feeds paper by one line. Holding this button down feeds paper continuously. FEED button (with the TM-L90 Peeler Model) When using label paper or receipt paper with black mark: ❏ Pressing this button feeds paper to the next print starting position.
  • Page 18 ❏ Flashes when a self test is in progress or when the printer waits for the macro execution switch to go on. PAPER OUT LED (with the TM-L90 Peeler Model) ❏ Lights when there is no more roll paper or there is little remaining.

  • Page 19: Power Switch

    Turns the printer on or off. The marks on the switch: ( Non-locking push button (TM-L90 other than 4** models, TM-L90 Peeler other than 39* models): Turn on the power by holding down the POWER button 1 second or longer. Turn off the power by holding down the POWER button 3 seconds or longer.

  • Page 20: Power Switch Cover

    If an accident occurs with the power switch cover attached, unplug the power cord immediately. Continued use may cause fire or shock. CAUTION: Do not remove the power switch soft cover. (only for TM-L90 4** models and TM-L90 Peeler 39* models) 20 Product Overview...

  • Page 21: Mode Switch (Tm-L90 Peeler Model Only)

    TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide 1.2.7 Mode Switch (TM-L90 Peeler Model Only) With the TM-L90 Peeler Model, you can select the peeling issuing mode and continuous issuing mode with the mode switch. The mode switch switches between the peeling issuing mode and continuous issuing mode.

  • Page 22: Connectors

    Remove the bottom of the cover as shown in the illustration below. All cables are connected to the connector panel located on the lower rear side of the printer. The connector panel differs, depending on the models. TM-L90 4** models, TM-L90 Peeler 39* models power supply connector USB interface...

  • Page 23: Chapter 2 Setup

    TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Chapter 2 Setup 2.1 Setup Flow Before using the printer, you need to set various settings to increase the printer's functionality. Configure the printer appropriately depending on the environment. Determine how to install the printer (install it vertically or horizontally) ...

  • Page 24: Installation Procedures

    Avoid resting the printer on the power supply or other cables or other objects. • Consider vibration during paper cutting and drawer usage. Take measures to prevent the printer from moving. ❏ TM-L90 Peeler Model • Locate the printer on a flat surface. •...

  • Page 25: Instructions For Installation

    The TM-L90 can be placed vertically (paper outlet in front), horizontally (paper outlet at the top), or attached to a wall (using the optional wall hanging set WH-10). With the TM-L90 Peeler Model, you can use it vertically or wall mounted with either peeling issuing or with continuous issuing (not using the peeler).
  • Page 26 To hang the printer on the wall, see the Wall Hanging Bracket Set Installation Manual provided with the WH-10 for instructions. When you use TM-L90 horizontally, peel off the backing sheet of the paper exit guide and attach it as shown below to prevent cut paper from falling inside the printer after paper is cut by the autocutter.

  • Page 27: Adjusting Roll Paper Near-End Detection Position

    TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide 2.3 Adjusting Roll Paper Near-End Detection Position 2.3.1 With TM-L90 Below are three situations when roll paper N.E. detector adjustment is required. ❏ When changing the way of installation. (Vertically  Horizontally) ❏ To adjust the location of detection to suit the diameter of the roll paper core used.
  • Page 28 3. Loosen the detector adjustment screw using a coin or similar tool. Detector adjustment screw 4. The adjustment position of the roll paper Near-End detector changes depending on the way of installation. In either case (vertical or horizontal), adjust the detector so that its tab comes out from the hole near the bottom of the printer.
  • Page 29 TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide 5. To fine tune the amount of remaining paper that is detected by the N.E. detector, move the N.E. detector holder shown in the illustration "N.E. Detector Holder" on page 29 and adjust the position.
  • Page 30 6. Tighten the detector adjustment screw using a coin or similar tool. 7. Move the N.E. detect lever by hand (finger) to confirm that it moves smoothly. Check that the N.E. detect lever is operating properly. 8. Load the roll paper. 9.

  • Page 31: With The Tm-L90 Peeler Model

    TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide 2.3.2 With the TM-L90 Peeler Model In the following 2 cases, it is necessary to adjust the position of the roll paper near end sensor. ❏ When adjusting the detection position according to the thickness of the roll paper core ❏...
  • Page 32 4. Using a coin or similar tool, loosen the sensor adjustment screw. sensor adjustment screw 5. Adjust the roll paper near end sensor so that the claw of the roll paper near end sensor projects from the hole near the bottom of the device. (Refer to "Part names and the locations of N.E.
  • Page 33 TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Note: Move the N.E. detector in the direction shown by arrow. Adjustment direction N.E. detector holder Near end sensor holder Adjustment scale Outside diameter of specified thermal paper Approximately 36 mm {1.42"} Approximately 41 mm {1.61"} Note: Adjust the sensor while checking the position of the parts circled in the following figure.
  • Page 34 7. Using a coin or similar tool, tighten the sensor adjustment screw. 8. Push the near end sensor with your finger and check that it moves smoothly. push the near end sensor with your finger and check that it moves smoothly 9.

  • Page 35: Connecting Ac Adapter (Ps-180)

    AC adapter and the printer. 2.4.1 Attaching AC adapter The following is an explanation of the procedure for attaching the power unit to the TM-L90. 1. Confirm that the printer's power supply is turned off and the AC adapter's AC cable has been removed from the wall outlet.

  • Page 36: Caution About Ac Adapter And Supply Voltage

    3. Remove the bottom of the cover as shown in the illustration below. 4. Install the connector of the DC cable onto the DC connector (labeled DC24V). Power supply connector Power Supply Connector Note: The connector panel varies depending on the models. When removing the DC cable connector from the printer, first confirm that the AC cable has been disconnected from the wall outlet;...

  • Page 37: Autocutter Settings (Tm-L90 Only)

    2.5 Autocutter Settings (TM-L90 only) The TM-L90 has an autocutter attached for cutting the paper. The autocutter can perform 2 cuts, "partial cut," in which a small part is left uncut on the left edge, and "full cut" (default setting), in which the paper is cut completely.

  • Page 38: Setting Procedure

    2.5.2 Setting Procedure 1. Turn off the power. 2. Pull the cover open lever, and open the roll paper cover. 3. Push the body case outward (in the direction of the 2 arrows) and remove the cutter cover. cutter cover 4.
  • Page 39 TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide 6. Moving the cutter unit in a lateral direction, shift to the dowel position of the desired cut method. Shift to dowel of desired cut method dowels Partial cut Full cut 7. Secure the cutter unit again using the removed screw and the loosened screw.

  • Page 40: Setting Roll Paper Width

    2.6 Setting Roll Paper Width The TM-L90 / TM-L90 Peeler Model uses a roll paper 80 mm wide in the default state. When using a roll paper 38 to 70 mm wide with this printer, attach the roll paper spacer in accordance with the following procedure.
  • Page 41 TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide 4. Push the roll paper spacer until it clicks. Note: Check that the roll paper spacer slides smoothly from side to side. 5. Slide the roll paper spacer side-to-side and set it to the appropriate position. Use the measurement lines if necessary.

  • Page 42: Dip Switch Settings

    2.7 DIP Switch Settings The following models have the DIP switches for settings. ❏ TM-L90 other than 4** models ❏ TM-L90 Peeler other than 39* models The DIP switches are located inside the printer as shown the picture below. DIP switch cover Before setting DIP switches, remove the DIP switch cover.
  • Page 43 TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide DIP switch settings (Serial interface model) SW No. Function Initial Setting Enable/disable Power Switches power supply On/ Power switch is used to switch. Off using commands. switch power On/Off. (Power switch is disabled.) Select for serial Set using DIP switch 1-7, 1-8 Set using memory switches.

  • Page 44: Memory Switch Settings

    For usage of the Memory Switch Setting Utility, refer to the user's manual of the utility. For usage of the Memory Switch Setting Mode, see "Memory switches of TM-L90" on page 45 for TM-L90 4** models, TM-L90 Peeler 39* models, or "Memory switches of TM-L90 Peeler Model"...

  • Page 45: Memory Switches Of Tm-L90

    ✓ #25 pin of RS-232 Not used Used for reset [Msw1-4], [Msw1-7], [Msw1-8]: Valid only for serial interface [Msw1-5]: Valid only for parallel interface [Msw1-7], [Msw1-8]: Not available for TM-L90 4** models Msw2 Initial Msw Setting Msw Setting Function setting...
  • Page 46 Msw5 (only for 4** models) Initial Msw Setting Msw Setting Function setting utility Mode ✓ ✓ USB power-saving function Enabled Disabled ✓ ✓ Recovery conditions from 256 bytes free 138 bytes free receive buffer BUSY ✓ Paper sensor to output paper Enabled both Disabled end signals...
  • Page 47 TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Msw8 Initial Msw Setting Msw Setting Function setting utility Mode (Reserved) ✓ ✓ User operation for recovery Send the error Send the error from paper layout error recovery recovery command or command open/close the cover ✓...
  • Page 48 (Refer to "Setting items of TM-L90 4** models" on page 121, about the initial settings.) *1: Not available for TM-L90 other than 4** models *2: Not available for TM-L90 4** models *3: Selectable 38, 58, 60, 70, 80 mm only Note: ❏...
  • Page 49 TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide ❏ Depending on the paper type, it is recommended to set the print density as shown in the table below for the best print quality. Paper type Density level Receipt P35024 KF50 F5041(55) 100%...

  • Page 50: Memory Switches Of Tm-L90 Peeler Model

    #25 pin of RS-232 Not used Used for reset [Msw1-4], [Msw1-7], [Msw1-8]: Valid only for serial interface [Msw1-5]: Valid only for parallel interface [Msw1-7], [Msw1-8]: Not available for TM-L90 Peeler 39* models Msw5 (only for 39* models) Initial Msw Setting Msw Setting...
  • Page 51 TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Msw7 (only for 39* models) Initial Msw Setting Msw Setting Function setting utility Mode (Reserved) ✓ ✓ Function when FEED button is Feed to the Feed to the pressed next print manual starting cutting...
  • Page 52 If [Msw8-2] is OFF, the paper is determined automatically if the printer recovers from the paper layout error. Furthermore, the results of automatic paper determination are overwritten if the settings for paper layout are already saved in the NV memory. The [Msw 8-4] setting influences the amount of paper fed when the power is turned on or the cover is opened/closed if the paper layout is not set.
  • Page 53 ✓ Black-color density in two-color Light, Medium, Dark printing *1: Not available for TM-L90 Peeler other than 39* models *2: Not available for TM-L90 Peeler 39* models *3: Selectable 38, 58, 60, 70, 80 mm only Note: ❏ The maximum print speed is available for only the one-part energizing mode. However, if the print duty is too high in the one-part energizing mode, the printer will automatically reduce the printing speed.
  • Page 54 Serial communication conditions Option Msw Setting Msw Setting Item (underlined: initial setting) utility Mode ✓ ✓ Baud rate 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200 bps ✓ ✓ Parity None, Odd, Even ✓ ✓ Flow control DTR/DSR, XON/XOFF ✓ ✓ Data length 7-bits, 8-bits Note:...

  • Page 55: Paper Loading Method

    TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide 2.9 Paper Loading Method WARNING: Do not open the roll paper cover (for the TM-L90 Peeler Model, do not open the peeler cover and the roll paper cover) during the operation. Doing so may damage the printer.

  • Page 56: With The Tm-L90 Peeler Model

    2.9.2 With the TM-L90 Peeler Model With the TM-L90 Peeler, the paper loading method differs depending on whether peeling issuing or continuous issuing is used. They are explained as follows. Paper setting with peeling issuing 1. Pull the peeler open lever forward, and open the peeler cover.
  • Page 57 TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide 7. As shown in the following figure, pull the end of the paper to the bottom of the square hole above the manual cutter (label peeling sensor), and close the roll paper cover. Note: Matching the leading edge of the roll paper with the printed marks on the printer ensures that the fewest possible labels are ejected automatically.
  • Page 58 Paper setting with continuous issuing 1. Pull the peeler open lever forward, and open the peeler cover. 2. Pull the cover open lever, and open the roll paper cover. 3. If there is roll paper with little paper remaining inside the printer, take it out. 4.

  • Page 59: Setting Paper Layout

    TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide 6. As shown in the following figure, pull the end of the paper to the bottom of the square hole above the manual cutter (label peeling sensor). Note: Matching the leading edge of the roll paper with the printed marks on the printer ensures that the fewest possible labels are ejected automatically.
  • Page 60 It is also possible to cause an error intentionally so that the printer will feed several labels and remember the label paper size. See the instructions below. ❏ TM-L90 setting procedure (Procedure for setting the paper type and size to the printer) 1. Install the printer.
  • Page 61 8. Then, close the roll paper cover. The printer feeds several labels and remembers the label paper size. This completes the task. ❏ TM-L90 Peeler Model setting procedure (procedure for setting the paper type and size in the printer) There are the following 2 cases.
  • Page 62 5. For peeling issuing, set the end of the roll paper in the peeler, and for continuous issuing, set it in the ejection path, and close the roll paper cover. The printer feeds several labels and remembers the label paper size. This completes the task. 6.
  • Page 63 TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Note: L1 and L2 are measured by the printer. See the following sketch for the lengths L1 to L7. Parameters Calculated for Automatic Layout Setting ❏ Manual paper layout setting Manual paper layout setting is to directly enter paper data into the non-volatile memory of the printer to execute the "paper layout setting"...

  • Page 64: Clearing Paper Layout Setting

    • Directly control the printer using ESC/POS commands. (Manual: ESC/POS Command Reference For details on how to obtain this manual, see "Introduction of Control Methods" on page 85). Note: For the Memory Switch Setting Utility and ESC/POS commands, refer to "Introduction of Control Methods"...

  • Page 65: Chapter 3 Connecting To The Host Computer And Options

    Connector Panel Note: The figure above shows the connector panel for RS-232 interface model printer (TM-L90 other than 4** models, TM-L90 Peeler other than 39* models). The shape of the interface connector varies according to the type of interface used.

  • Page 66: Connecting To The Host Computer

    3.2 Connecting to the Host Computer 3.2.1 With the RS-232C Interface When the TM printer is connected to a host PC with a serial interface, the following connection forms are possible: • Stand alone • Pass-through Connections of available serial cross cables are as follows: The types of cable (Type A or B) varies depending on the combination of the operation method and the handshake for the TM printer.
  • Page 67 DTR/DSR control is available for OPOS. Xon/Xoff or CTS/RTS control is available for APD. When using APD in serial connection, read the Note in "EPSON Advanced Printer Driver Support Environment" on page 87 that contains precautions for TrueType font printing.
  • Page 68 Pass-through Connections TM printer is connected to DM-D via serial port and DM-D is connected to the host PC via serial port. The following table shows the application control and cable connection types. Application Xon/Xoff DTR/DSR RTS/CTR control (except OPOS) (DOS, Windows (DOS, Windows (hardware TM side...

  • Page 69: With The Parallel (Ieee1284) Interface

    TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide 3.2.2 With the Parallel (IEEE1284) Interface TM printer is connected to the host PC via parallel port mounting parallel interface board (UB-P**). DM-D is connected to the host PC via serial port or USB port.

  • Page 70: With The Usb Interface

    *1 Only the printer with the USB hub function allows another TM printer to be connected using a USB cable. *2 Epson does not supply the port driver or similar program necessary to control the USB interface printer with the ESC/POS commands. Control it with the driver (APD, OPOS).
  • Page 71 TM-L90 other than 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler other than 39* models have the DIP switches. TM-L90 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler 39* models do not have the DIP switches; however, various functions can be set with memory switches. For detailed information about the memory switches, see "Memory Switch Settings"...

  • Page 72: With The Ethernet Interface (Tm-L90 Only)

    To satisfy the EMI standard, be sure to mount the ferrite core on the display module cable mount the ferrite core, put the display module cable into the ferrite core. 3.2.4 With the Ethernet Interface (TM-L90 only) TM printer with the Ethernet interface is connected to a network with the Ethernet cable via a Hub.
  • Page 73 TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Connection procedure CAUTION: Connecting devices directly to LAN cables that are installed outdoors will expose them to damage from power surges caused by lightning and other inductive sources. It is best to make sure that devices without proper surge protection are cushioned by being connected through devices that do have surge protection.

  • Page 74: Connecting To The Drawer

    3.3 Connecting to the Drawer CAUTION: Be sure to connect a drawer that meets printer specifications. Connecting a drawer of the wrong specifications may result in damage to both the drawer and the printer. Never connect the telephone line to the drawer kick connector (labeled "DK"). Doing so may result in damage to both the telephone line and the printer.
  • Page 75 TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide CAUTION: Since the buzzer drive signal and the cash drawer drive signal are common in the printer, do not use the same connector pin numbers to output the signal for the buzzer and the cash drawer.
  • Page 76 76 Connecting to the Host Computer and Options...

  • Page 77: Chapter 4 Setting/Checking Modes

    TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Chapter 4 Setting/Checking Modes 4.1 Setting/Checking Modes of TM-L90 4** models, TM-L90 Peeler 39* models Besides the ordinary print mode, the printer has the following modes to set or check settings of the printer.

  • Page 78: Self-Test Mode

    In 1 and 2, the following guidances are printed, the PAPER OUT LED flashes, and instructs the user's operations. 1. Continuing self-test guidance 2. Mode selection guidance 4.1.1 Self-test Mode You can check the following items using the self-test. ❏ Firmware version ❏...

  • Page 79: Nv Graphics Information Print Mode

    TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide ❏ Memory switch settings Follow the steps below. 1. Close the roll paper cover. 2. Turn on the power while pressing FEED button. Keep pressing the button until the ERROR LED comes on. After printing the current status, a Continuing self-test guidance is printed, and the PAPER OUT LED flashes.

  • Page 80: Memory Switch Setting Mode

    4. After briefly (less than one second) pressing the FEED button twice, hold it down for at least one second, and then select memory switch setting mode (Customize Value Settings). A guidance for the Memory switch setting mode is printed, and the PAPER OUT LED flashes. TM-L90 TM-L90 Peeler 80 Setting/Checking Modes...

  • Page 81: Hexadecimal Dump Mode

    ERROR LED comes on. 3. For TM-L90, close the roll paper cover. For TM-L90 Peeler, close the roll paper cover, and then after loading paper in the paper path, press the paper feed switch. Data received after this is printed in hexadecimal numbers and their corresponding characters.

  • Page 82: Setting/Checking Modes Of Tm-L90 Other Than 4** Models, Tm-L90 Peeler Other Than 39* Models

    Do not use this mode when using OPOS. To do so will cause continuous polling, ending in undesirable results. 4.2 Setting/Checking Modes of TM-L90 other than 4** models, TM-L90 Peeler other than 39* models Besides the ordinary print mode, the printer has the following modes to set or check settings of the printer.

  • Page 83: Memory Switch Setting Mode

    3. Press the FEED button twice. 4. For TM-L90, close the roll paper cover. For TM-L90 Peeler, close the roll paper cover, and then after loading paper in the paper path, press the paper feed switch. The printer will print out a guidance and then enter the Memory Switch Setting Mode.

  • Page 84: Hexadecimal Dump Mode

    ERROR LED comes on. 3. For TM-L90, close the roll paper cover. For TM-L90 Peeler, close the roll paper cover, and then after loading paper in the paper path, press the paper feed switch. Data received after this is printed in hexadecimal numbers and their corresponding characters.

  • Page 85: Chapter 5 Application Development Information

    TM printer in the Windows standard printer driver operation environment. Note: Status API is the printer control API supplied originally by Epson. This can be used to get the printer status and send ESC/POS commands. Application Development Information 85...
  • Page 86 Reduce 35: A4 vertical size can be reduced 35% to enable printing on receipts of 80 mm width. • Label: For label printing ❏ With the TM-L90 Peeler Model • Receipt: For continuous printing • Label: For printing label paper Sample programs Sample programs in Visual Basic and Visual C++ to use Status API can be installed.

  • Page 87: Epson Opos Adk

    IP setting utility. For the details, refer to the packaged APD manual. When the TM-L90 is connected via a serial interface, it is recommended to use the printer resident font since use of the TrueType font will decrease printing speed due to the transfer speed of the serial interface.
  • Page 88 ❏ EPSON OPOS ADK enables you to reduce the man-hours for the application development since it includes the following functions that application developers have to consider. The functions are: Support with the Epson-original Direct IO with a parameter, the power-on notification, and off-line buffer clear processing.
  • Page 89 5.1.2.2 EPSON OPOS ADK Contents The installer of EPSON OPOS ADK Ver. 2.10 or later has the silent installation function, which can install the OPOS environment without a user interface, to facilitate installation. With the installer, the following OPOS-compliant OPOS Control for Epson devices, manuals, various utilities and sample programs can be installed.

  • Page 90: Esc/Pos Commands

    See "Introduction of Control Methods" on page 85. 5.1.3 ESC/POS Commands Printing/control via ESC/POS commands is a method proposed by Epson to directly control the TM printer using ESC/POS commands. The printer can be controlled directly by sending ESC/ POS commands from an application to the printer. For detailed information on the ESC/POS commands, see the ESC/POS Command Reference.

  • Page 91: Various Utilities

    ❏ You can execute a communication test and self-test. ❏ You can set the switches, etc. (such as the memory switches and customized values). ❏ You can set the paper layout for the TM-L90. 5.1.4.4 USB Interface ID Code Rewrite Utility This utility is designed to edit the identification code of a USB interface according to the purpose of the user of USB interface TM printer.

  • Page 92: Printer Cover Sensor

    Note: The detecting the near-end status of the sensor does not necessarily indicate the complete end of the roll paper. Use the sensor as an indication of replacing a roll paper. 5.2.1.2 Roll Paper End Sensor The roll paper end sensor is located in the paper path. It detects the presence of paper through the roll paper in the paper path.
  • Page 93 TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide • During the self test. • When the roll paper cover is open. • During paper feeding using the FEED button. • When the printer stops printing due to a paper-end (in cases when an empty paper supply is detected by roll paper end detector or when it has been set to stop printing by the driver when the roll paper near-end sensor detects a paper end.)

  • Page 94: Label Peeling Sensor (Peeler Specification Only)

    FEED button once to return the paper to the next label printing start position. 5.3 Barcode Printing The TM-L90 / TM-L90 Peeler Model can print the types of barcode shown below. UPC-A, UPC-E JAN 8 (EAN 8), JAN 13 (EAN 13)

  • Page 95: Code 128 Barcode

    TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide QRCode Composite Symbology* DataMatrix* *: Available only for TM-L90 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler 39* models Refer to each document of OPOS, Printer Driver or ESC/POS commands for the setting/ printing procedures of each barcode. 5.4 CODE 128 Barcode...
  • Page 96 Printable characters for code set A Transmission data Transmission data Transmission data Hexadecimal Decimal Hexadecimal Decimal Hexadecimal Decimal characters code code characters code code characters code code FNC1 7B,31 123,49 FNC2 7B,32 123,50 FNC3 7B,33 123,51 FNC4 7B,34 123,52 < SHIFT 7B,53 123,83...
  • Page 97 TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Printable characters for code set B Transmission data Transmission data Transmission data Hexadecimal Decimal Hexadecimal Decimal Hexadecimal Decimal characters code code characters code code characters code code " & 7B,7B 123,123 — FNC1 7B,31...
  • Page 98 Printable characters for code set C Transmission data Transmission data Transmission data Hexadecimal Decimal Hexadecimal Decimal Hexadecimal Decimal characters code code characters code code characters code code FNC1 7B,31 123,49 CODEA 7B,41 123,65 CODEB 7B,42 123,66 98 Application Development Information...

  • Page 99: Precautions For Two-Dimensional Code Printing

    ❏ MaxiCode ❏ Composite Symbology* ❏ DataMatrix* *: Available only for TM-L90 4** models Note the following for two-dimensional code printing. ❏ The two-dimensional code recognition ratio changes depending on the module width, print density, environmental temperature, roll paper (thermal paper) type, reader performance, etc.

  • Page 100: Faq List

    5.7 FAQ List The questions shown in the list below begin with "Q" and their replies with "A" 1. Look through sentences beginning with "Q" to find information relating to your question or problem. 2. Then follow the instructions described in the "A" sentence below it. Q: Print data dropout occurs.
  • Page 101 "Memory Switch Settings" on page 44 or "Memory Switch Setting Utility" on page 91. Note: TM-L90 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler 39* models do not have the DIP switches; however, various functions can be set with memory switches. For detailed information about the memory switches, see "Memory Switch Settings"...
  • Page 102 Q: Does USB 2.0-compatible equipment accept the USB interface printer? A: Yes, but note that the speed of communication between the USB2.0 equipment and the printer is “USB full speed mode.” Note: USB2.0 defines three speeds: High speed (480 Mbps), Full speed (12 Mbps) and Low speed (1.5 Mbps). This printer supports only Full speed (12 Mbps) and Low speed (1.5 Mbps).

  • Page 103: Chapter 6 Esc/Pos Command-Related Information

    6.1 TM Printer Operation Performed When Power Switch is Disabled Note: This function is available only for TM-L90 other than 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler other than 39* models. When the power switch is disabled with the DIP switches (refer to "DIP Switch Settings" on page 42), the power switch is always on.

  • Page 104: Power Switch-Related User Operation List

    6.1.1 Power Switch-Related User Operation List Power switch enabled Power switch disabled When you want to Press the power switch more than 1 Power on the system power supply. power on the TM printer second. Turn on the power breaker or outlet. When you want to Press the power switch more than 3 Execute the software power off process...

  • Page 105: Control After Paper Cut

    Memory switches (Msw1, Msw2, Msw5*, Msw8, Customize value such as the paper width and Serial communication conditions.) (*: available only for TM-L90 other than 4** models, TM-L90 Peeler other than 39* models) b) User NV memory c) NV graphics memory...

  • Page 106: Customizing Printer

    6.5 Customizing Printer You can customize your TM printer by changing memory switches and the command default value and saving the data onto the NV (nonvolatile) memory. Refer to the next section. 6.5.1 Printer Initial Setting Up Printer initial setting up can be made by memory switches and character code page. Refer to page 44 for details of memory switches.

  • Page 107: Chapter 7 Handling

    TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Chapter 7 Handling 7.1 Maintenance 7.1.1 Cleaning the autocutter (TM-L90 only) If label paper adhesive has stuck to the autocutter, it may dull the cutting edge. In such a case, clean the cutter blade using the following procedure.
  • Page 108 Adhesive being removed with flat-blade screwdriver WARNING: Do not touch the area beyond the cutter blade edge. To do so may lead to injury to your fingers. Note: Remove the accumulated adhesive behind the edge of the cutter blade. It is not necessary to polish it to a mirror finish.

  • Page 109: Print Head Cleaning

    Epson recommends cleaning of the thermal head periodically (generally every three months) to maintain receipt print quality. Keep pieces of metal away from contact with the head thermal elements and driver IC as they are extremely susceptible to damage.

  • Page 110: Cleaning The Peeler (Tm-L90 Peeler Model Only)

    7.1.3 Cleaning the peeler (TM-L90 Peeler Model only) If label adhesive accumulates on the rollers of the peeler, remove it with the following procedure. 1. Pull the peeler open lever forward, and open the peeler cover. 2. Using a waste label or the like, remove the adhesive by dabbing the label on the roller.

  • Page 111: Troubleshooting

    TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide 7.2 Troubleshooting 7.2.1 Panel LED and Error Status 7.2.1.1 Power (POWER) LED Power (POWER) LED Item Specifications LED color Green On states Power is supplied Power is not supplied Flashing with short intervals *1...
  • Page 112 7.2.1.2 No Roll Paper (PAPER OUT) LED Item Specifications LED color Red / Orange (TM-L90: 4** models) ON states Roll paper near end (only small amount of paper left on roll) or paper end (no paper left) detected Plenty of paper left on roll...
  • Page 113 If an unrecoverable error occurs, printing is no longer possible. If the same error occurs again even after turning the power back on, contact your dealer or a Epson service center. Automatically recoverable errors Although normal printer operation is no longer possible when automatically recoverable errors occur, they do not represent printer failure.
  • Page 114 *1: Use the memory switch Msw8-8 to determine the cover open error as an automatically recoverable error or a recoverable error. (Factory default setting is Recoverable Error.) *2: With the TM-L90, if an autocutter error occurs due to a paper jam, turn off the power, remove the jammed paper, and turn the power on again.
  • Page 115 TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide How to send the error recover command from each of the drivers is as follows. ❏ OPOS ADK Either use the ClearOutput method or send the error recover command of ESC/POS to the printer.
  • Page 116 Normal printer operation is no longer possible when unrecoverable errors occur. The printer may be out of order. If the same error occurs again even after turning the power back on, contact your dealer or a Epson service center. CAUTION: When an unrecoverable error occurs, turn off the power supply immediately.
  • Page 117 TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide ❏ TM-L90 Peeler Model unrecoverable errors Unrecoverable Errors Error name Type of error Error LED flash code Recovery measure Approx.320 ms R/W error in memory After R/W checking, the Impossible to LED ON printer does not work recover.

  • Page 118: The Autocutter Is Jammed Or The Roll Paper Cover Will Not Open (Tm-L90 Only)

    7.2.2 The autocutter is jammed or the roll paper cover will not open (TM-L90 only) 1. Turn off the power. 2. Insert a flathead screwdriver into the groove shown in the figure, and push up the cover. Side view closeup Note: There is also a similar slot on the opposite side face.

  • Page 119: When A Paper Jam Occurs (Tm-L90 Peeler Model)

    TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide 7.2.3 When a paper jam occurs (TM-L90 Peeler Model) 1. Turn off the power. 2. Pull the peeler open lever forward, and open the peeler cover. 3. Pull the cover open lever, and open the roll paper cover.

  • Page 120: Shipping Procedures

    7.3 Shipping Procedures Perform the following measures before shipping the printer. 1. Turn off the printer. 2. Check that the POWER LED is off. 3. Remove the power supply connectors. 4. Pack the printer, keeping it right-side-up. 120 Handling...

  • Page 121: Appendix

    TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Appendix Appendix Setting items for Memory Switch Setting Mode Setting items of TM-L90 4** models See "Memory Switch Settings" on page 44 for the procedures for the memory switch setting mode. Setting Items Options...
  • Page 122 5: Default 1: Code Page 1: Western Page 0: PC437 (USA, Standard Europe) Character Europe, Page 3: PC860 (Portuguese) Southern Page 11: PC851 (Greek) Europe Page 14: PC737 (Greek) Page 15: ISO8859-7 (Greek) Page 16: WPC1252 Page 18: PC852 (Latin 2) Page 19: PC858 Page 34: PC855 (Cyrillic) Page 38: PC869 (Greek)
  • Page 123 TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide 8: USB Interface 1: Class Vendor Class, Printer Class Settings 2: USB Power Saving Enabled, Disabled 9: Printing Speed Level 1 (Slow) - Level 6 - Level 9 (Fast) 10: Auto Cut Enable, Disable...
  • Page 124 13: Other 1: Buzzer 1: Select Buzzer Internal Buzzer, Option Buzzer, Buzzer Disable Settings Control 2: Buzzer Continuous, 1 time, No sound Frequency (Error) 3: Sound Pattern A, Pattern B, Pattern C, Pattern D, Pattern E Pattern (Auto cut) 4: Buzzer 1 time, No sound Frequency (Auto cut)

  • Page 125: Setting Items Of Tm-L90 Other Than 4** Models

    TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Setting items of TM-L90 other than 4** models See "Memory Switch Settings" on page 44 for the procedures for the memory switch setting mode. Setting Items Options 1st page 2nd page * The initial setting is underlined.

  • Page 126: Setting Items Of Tm-L90 Peeler 39* Models

    [Select moving to the print starting position when power is turned on] moves to starting position does not move Setting items of TM-L90 Peeler 39* models See "Memory Switch Settings" on page 44 for the procedures for the memory switch setting mode. Setting Items...
  • Page 127 TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide 5: Default 1: Code Page 1: Western Page 0: PC437 (USA, Standard Europe) Character Europe, Southern Page 3: PC860 (Portuguese) Europe Page 11: PC851 (Greek) Page 14: PC737 (Greek) Page 15: ISO8859-7 (Greek) Page 16: WPC1252...

  • Page 128: Setting Items Of Tm-L90 Peeler Other Than 39* Models

    DLE ENQ or press down PAPER FEED button DLE ENQ or Main cover open/close or press down PAPER FEED button Setting items of TM-L90 Peeler other than 39* models See "Memory Switch Settings" on page 44 for the procedures for the memory switch setting mode.
  • Page 129 TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide 3: Basic Serial Interface Settings [Baud rate set up] 2400 bps, 4800 bps, 9600 bps, 19200 bps, 38400 bps, 57600 bps, 115200 bps [Data bits / Handshaking / Parity set up] 8 bits / DTR/DSR / none...

  • Page 130: Product Specifications

    Product Specifications Product Specifications TM-L90 4** models Other than 4** models Thermal line, 8 dots/mm 8 dots/mm (203 dpi 203 dpi) Print method Print width 80 mm (factory setting) or 38 to 70 mm can be set using a roll paper spacer...
  • Page 131 TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Temperature Operating: 5 to 45 °C {41 to 113 °F} Storage: –10 to 50 °C {14 to 122 °F} Humidity 10 to 90% Weight (mass) Approximately 1.9 kg {4.19 lb} Note: Install the paper exit guide packed in the box with the printer when the autocutter is used with a full cut, positioning the printer horizontally.
  • Page 132 TM-L90 Peeler Model 39* models Other than 39* models Print method Thermal line, 8 dots/mm x 8 dots/mm (203 dpi x 203 dpi) Print width 80 mm (factory setting) or 38 to 70 mm can be set using a roll paper spacer...

  • Page 133: Print Specifications

    TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Print Specifications Item Specifications Printing method Thermal line printing Dot density 0.125 mm/dot x 0.125 mm/dot (203 dpi x 203 dpi) (dpi: dots per 25.4 mm {1"}) Printing direction Unidirectional with friction feed Paper width 80mm (79.5±0.5mm) (default setting)

  • Page 134: Reliability

    Reliability TM-L90 Life When printing labels 1,000,000 labels issued (When the length of the label in the paper feeding direction is 25.4 mm {1"} through 63.5 mm {2.5"}. The value above corresponds to approximately 30 km to 70 km {18.64 to 43.5 miles} of running length.
  • Page 135 The values in the above table are based on use of Epson specified paper. Appendix 135...
  • Page 136 The values in the above table are based on use of Epson specified paper. Depending on the paper, paper dust and adhesive may stick to the platen, head, and peeler unit.

  • Page 137: Character Specifications

    TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Character Specifications Character Specifications Specifications TM-L90 4** models, TM-L90 Peeler TM-L90 other than 4** models, TM- Item 39* models L90 Peeler other than 39* models Character type Alphanumeric 95 characters International 18 sets 14 sets 128 characters ✕...

  • Page 138: Paper Feed Specifications

    Paper Feed Specifications Item Specifications Paper feed method Friction feed Paper feed direction Single-direction Precautions for Printing and Paper Feed ❏ Being a line printer, this printer always feeds paper to print. Therefore, when the line spacing of a single line is set to less than that of the print data, paper may be fed more than the setting to print.

  • Page 139: Printing Area

    TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Printing Area Thermal Paper Printable Area (For Thermal Paper) Note: The printable area may be out of alignment by 2 mm {0.08"} maximum (left or right), due to the paper position or tolerance of parts. Therefore, the print area must be set in the range of more than 2 mm from the edges of the paper.
  • Page 140 Die Cut Label Allow 2.8 mm or more from the left and right edges, and 1.5 mm or more from the top and bottom edges for the printable area. Liner width Label (face stock) 1.5 or more Printable area 1.5 or more 2.8 or more 2.8 or more [Units: mm]...

  • Page 141: Printing Position In Relation To Cutter Position (Tm-L90)

    TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Printing Position in Relation to Cutter Position (TM-L90) The TM-L90 printing position and cutter positions are shown in the following figure. Printing Position in Relation to Cutter Position Note: The values in the figure are central values. Slackness and differences in paper type can result in differences developing between central values and cutter paper cut position.

  • Page 142: Printing Position, Peeling Position, Manual Cutter Position (Tm-L90 Peeler Model)

    Printing Position, Peeling Position, Manual Cutter Position (TM-L90 Peeler Model) The TM-L90 Peeler Model printing position, peeling position and manual cutter positions are shown in the following figure. Printing Position in Relation to Cutter Position Note: The values in the figure above are design center values, and since the paper may be warped or irregular, allow a sufficient margin when setting the cutting position of the manual cutter.

  • Page 143: Overview Of External Dimensions

    TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Overview of External Dimensions ❏ Height: 203 mm ❏ Width: 140 mm ❏ Depth: 148 mm ❏ Weight: Approximately 1.9 kg (without roll paper) External view (TM-L90: other than 4** models) [Units: External Appearance (TM-L90) Appendix 143...
  • Page 144 External view (TM-L90 Peeler 39* models) [Units: mm] External Appearance (TM-L90 Peeler Model) Note: As the printer is partly made of coated steel-faced plate, the edges of it may rust. However, it doesn't affect performance of the printer. 144 Appendix...
  • Page 145 TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Operating Specifications Item Specifications 5 to 45 C {41 to 113 F} Temperature When printing -10 to 50 C {14 to 122 F} (except for paper) During storage Humidity When 10 to 90% RH...

  • Page 146: Interface And Connectors

    Interface And Connectors RS-232 Serial Interface Interface Board Specifications (RS-232 standard) Item Specifications Data transfer Serial method Synchronization Asynchronous Handshake Select one of the following using DIP switch 1-3 or the memory switches (switch operation/command (operation). ❏DTR/DSR ❏XON/XOFF Signal level MARK -3 V to -15 V logic "1"...
  • Page 147 Changing the memory switch 1-8 setting enables this signal to be used as a reset signal for the printer. The printer is reset when the signal remains SPACE for 1 ms or more.* *: Available only for TM-L90 other than 4** models, TM-L90 Peeler other than 39* models Appendix 147...
  • Page 148 XON/XOFF When XON/XOFF control is selected, the printer transmits XON or XOFF signals as follows. Transmit timing differs depending on the memory switch 1-3 setting. Signal Printer status Memory Switch 1-3 1(ON) 0(OFF) 1) When the printer goes online after turning on the power (or reset Transmit Transmit using interface)

  • Page 149: Ieee1284 Parallel Interface

    TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide IEEE1284 Parallel Interface Mode The IEEE1284 parallel interface is comprised of the following two modes. Mode Communication direction Other information Host  printer Compatibility Mode Centronics standard communication Printer  host Reverse Mode Assumes a data transfer from an asynchronous printer.
  • Page 150 Interface Signals Connector Pin Assignment Source Compatibility Mode Nibble Mode Byte Mode Host nStrobe 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 151 TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Note: A signal name prefixed by "n" indicates an "L" active signal. Bidirectional communications cannot take place unless all signal names for both sides correspond to each other. Connect all signal lines using twisted pair cables. Connect the return side to the signal ground level.

  • Page 152: Option Specifications

    Option Specifications This appendix describes the optional power supply (PS-180). PS-180 Electrical Characteristics ❏ Input conditions Input voltage (rating): AC 90 V to AC 264 V (AC 100 V -10% to AC 230 V +15%) 50/60 Hz  3 Hz Frequency (rating): Power consumption (rating): 100 VA...
  • Page 153 TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide AC Cable Selection ❏ Select an AC cable that satisfies the following conditions. • Safety Standard product • Plug with P.E terminal ❏ Ground connection: Ground certainly for safety. Appendix 153...

  • Page 154: Consumable Specifications

    • Continuous label paper (without black marks) * • Continuous label paper (with black marks) * • Die-cut label paper (without black marks) • Die-cut label paper (with black marks) * Continuous label paper may not be used with TM-L90 Peeler Model. Form Roll paper Size Paper width •...

  • Page 155: Specified Roll Paper

    TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide NOTE: ❏ Paper must not be pasted to the roll paper core. ❏ Using roll paper with an inside diameter of 25.4 mm {1"} or less may decrease the detection accuracy of the roll paper near-end sensor.

  • Page 156: Requirements For Receipt Paper

    Requirements for Receipt Paper Black mark position for receipt paper When manufacturing receipt paper with black marks, be sure to make paper that meets the following requirements. The reflecting rates of black mark portions (1) and non black mark portions (2) must meet the combinations shown in the table below: ❏...

  • Page 157: Requirements For Die-Cut Label Paper

    TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Requirements for Die-Cut Label Paper Die-cut label paper is shown below. Features: ❏ Paper layout can be set automatically ("Paper Loading Method" on page 55) ❏ Paper layout can be set manually ("Paper Loading Method" on page 55) ❏...
  • Page 158 Die-cut label size When manufacturing die-cut label paper, be sure that the paper meets the following requirements. Label length + L2 25.4 279.4 L2 = 3 Label Size Requirement Note: ❏ Be sure to set the cutting position (L4) between labels. ❏...
  • Page 159 TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Black mark position I The black mark positions on the paper to be manufactured must meet the requirements in the figure below. The reflective rates of the black mark portions 1 and label portions 2 must meet the...
  • Page 160 Black mark position II The black mark positions on the paper to be manufactured must meet the requirements in the figure below (the reflective rate is measured using the back of the paper, the non-printing side): ❏ Black mark length in vertical: 4 ~ 5.5 mm {0.157~ 0.217"} ❏...
  • Page 161 TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Transparency rate of die-cut label paper If transparency (without black marks) label is used, use a label that meets the following requirements so that the printer can recognize the label position: (label + backing paper):...

  • Page 162: Requirements For Continuous Label Paper

    Other requirements Requirements for the thickness of the die-cut label paper, peeling strength against backing paper, and the adhesive agent that can be used with the printer are shown in the figure below: Die-Cut Label Paper Thickness, Peeling Strength, and Adhesive Agent Peeling strength of the label against backing paper, measured by FINAT FTM-1 (Europe), ASTM D3330/D3330M-02 (U.S.A.).
  • Page 163 TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Size of continuous label paper To prevent the print head from sticking to the adhesive agent, be sure to use continuous label paper that has a cut-off edge. Note: “cut-off edge” is a method of cutting and removing the edge of the label in advance so that the label can be peeled off easily from the backing paper.

  • Page 164: Notes On Paper Handling

    Notes on Paper Handling Thermal paper handling Substances such as chemicals on thermal paper may cause color development or faded printing; therefore, pay attention to the following: ❏ Use water paste, starch paste, polyvinyl paste, or CMC paste when gluing thermal paper. ❏...

  • Page 165: Character Code Table

    TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Character Code Table Page 0 (PC437 : USA, Standard Europe) (International character set : when America is selected) " XOFF & ∗ < ¥ > Appendix 165...

  • Page 166: Katakana)

    Page 1 (Katakana) ┴ ═ ┬ ╞ ┤ ╪ ├ ╡ ¯ ─ │ │ ┌ ♠ ┐ ♥ └ ♦ ┘ ♣ ● ○ ▓ ┼ 166 Appendix...

  • Page 167: Pc850: Multilingual)

    TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Page 2 (PC850: Multilingual) Ç É á ░ └ ð Ó ü æ ▒ ┴ Ð β ± é Æ ó ▓ ┬ Ê Ô â ô ú │ ├ Ë Ò ¾ ä...

  • Page 168: Pc860: Portuguese)

    Page 3 (PC860: Portuguese) Ç É á ░ └ ╨ α ≡ ü À ▒ ┴ ╤ β ± é È ó ▓ ┬ ╥ ≥ â ô ú │ ├ ╙ π ≤ ã õ ñ ┤ ─ ╘ Σ...

  • Page 169: Pc863: Canadian-French)

    TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Page 4 (PC863: Canadian-French) Ç É ¦ ░ └ ╨ α ≡ ´ ü È ▒ ┴ ╤ β ± é Ê ó ▓ ┬ ╥ ≥ â ô ú │ ├ ╙ π...

  • Page 170: Pc865: Nordic)

    Page 5 (PC865: Nordic) Ç É á ░ └ ╨ α ≡ ü æ ▒ ┴ ╤ β ± é Æ ó ▓ ┬ ╥ ≥ â ô ú │ ├ ╙ π ≤ ä ö ñ ┤ ─ ╘ Σ...

  • Page 171: Pc851: Greek)

    ╩ ┌ π ½ ╗ ╦ █ £ Θ ╝ ╠ ▄ σ ≡ ═ δ Ä « ╬ ε ■ ´ » ┐ Σ ▀ Note: Available only for TM-L90 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler 39* models. Appendix 171...

  • Page 172: Pc853: Turkish)

    ╩ ┌ Û ½ ╗ ╦ █ Ù £ ╝ ╠ ▄ ³ ═ ² Ä × « ╬ · ■ ´ » ┐ ¤ ▀ Note: Available only for TM-L90 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler 39* models. 172 Appendix...

  • Page 173: Pc857: Turkish)

    ¹ £ ¼ ╝ ╠ ▄ ³ Ø ¡ ¢ ═ ¦ ÿ ² Ä « ¥ ╬ ¯ ■ ´ Å » ┐ ¤ ▀ Note: Available only for TM-L90 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler 39* models. Appendix 173...

  • Page 174: Pc737: Greek)

    ║ ╩ ┌ δ ╗ ╦ █ √ ε ╝ ╠ ▄ ≡ ζ Φ ╜ ═ ▌ ² ╛ ╬ ▐ ■ ┐ ╧ ▀ Note: Available only for TM-L90 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler 39* models. 174 Appendix...

  • Page 175: Iso8859-7: Greek)

    α ² β £ ³ Σ σ ´ Τ δ Υ ε Ф ζ ¦ • § ¨ Θ © Ω « » ¬ μ ½ Note: Available only for TM-L90 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler 39* models. Appendix 175...

  • Page 176: Wpc1252)

    Page 16 (WPC1252) ° À Ð à ð ¡ ± Á Ñ á ñ ¢ ² Â Ò â ò ƒ £ ³ Ã Ó ã ó ¤ ´ Ä Ô ä ô • ¥ Å Õ å õ ¦ ¶...

  • Page 177: Pc866: Cyrillic #2)

    TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Page 17 (PC866: Cyrillic #2) ░ └ ╨ ▒ ┴ ╤ ▓ ┬ ╥ │ ├ ╙ Ф ┤ ─ ╘ ╡ ┼ ╒ ╢ ╞ ╓ ╖ ╟ ╫ ╕ ╚ ╪ °...

  • Page 178: Pc852: Latin 2)

    Page 18 (PC852: Latin 2) Ç É á ░ └ Ó ü ▒ ┴ Ð β é ó ▓ ┬ Ô â ô ú │ ├ Ë ä ö ┤ ─ Á ┼ § Â ÷ ç ¸ ╚ ° ë...

  • Page 179: Pc858: Euro)

    TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Page 19 (PC858: Euro) Ç É á ░ └ ð Ó ü æ ▒ ┴ Ð β ± é Æ ó ▓ ┬ Ê Ô â ô ú │ ├ Ë Ò ¾ ä...

  • Page 180: Thai Character Code 42)

    Page 20 (Thai character code 42) 180 Appendix...

  • Page 181: Thai Character Code 11)

    TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Page 21 (Thai character code 11) Appendix 181...

  • Page 182: Thai Character Code 13)

    Page 22 (Thai character code 13) 182 Appendix...

  • Page 183: Thai Character Code 14)

    TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Page 23 (Thai character code 14) Appendix 183...

  • Page 184: Thai Character Code 16)

    Page 24 (Thai character code 16) 184 Appendix...

  • Page 185: Thai Character Code 17)

    TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Page 25 (Thai character code 17) Appendix 185...

  • Page 186: Thai Character Code 18)

    Page 26 (Thai character code 18) 186 Appendix...

  • Page 187: Tcvn-3: Vietnamese)

    Page 30 (TCVN-3: Vietnamese) é ê õ ể ó ú ế à ô ổ ã â ẩ ố á â ấ ê ô è ý ò ù Note: Available only for TM-L90 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler 39* models. Appendix 187...

  • Page 188: Tcvn-3: Vietnamese)

    Page 31 (TCVN-3: Vietnamese) É Â Ê Õ Ể Ó Ú Ế À Ô Ổ Ã Â Ð Ẩ Ố Á Ấ Ê Ô Ẳ È Ý Ò Ù Note: Available only for TM-L90 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler 39* models. 188 Appendix...

  • Page 189: Pc720: Arabic)

    · è ║ ╩ ┌ ╗ ╦ █ √ £ ╝ ╠ ▄ ╜ ═ ▌ ² « ╛ ╬ ▐ ■ » ┐ ╧ ▀ Note: Available only for TM-L90 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler 39* models. Appendix 189...

  • Page 190: Wpc775: Baltic Rim)

    ½ ╗ ╦ █ ¹ £ ¼ ╝ ╠ ▄ ³ Ø ═ ▌ ² Ä × « ╬ ▐ ■ Å ¤ » ┐ ▀ Note: Available only for TM-L90 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler 39* models. 190 Appendix...

  • Page 191: Pc855: Cyrillic)

    ┤ ─ ┼ ╚ ╣ ╔ ┘ ║ ╩ ┌ Ф ╗ ╦ █ ╝ ╠ ▄ ═ § « ╬ ■ » ┐ ¤ ▀ Note: Available only for TM-L90 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler 39* models. Appendix 191...

  • Page 192: Pc861: Icelandic)

    £ ¼ ╝ ╠ ▄ ∞ Þ Ø ¡ ╜ ═ ▌ ² Ä « ╛ ╬ ε ■ Å ƒ » ┐ ╧ ▀ ∩ Note: Available only for TM-L90 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler 39* models. 192 Appendix...

  • Page 193: Pc862: Hebrew)

    █ δ √ £ ¼ ╝ ╠ ▄ ∞ ¥ ¡ ╜ ═ ▌ ² « ╛ ╬ ε ■ ƒ » ┐ ╧ ▀ ∩ Note: Available only for TM-L90 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler 39* models. Appendix 193...

  • Page 194: Pc864: Arabic)

    √ ± £ ▒ ½ ¤ ─ ¼ │ ≈ ┼ « ┤ » ┬ ├ ┴ ¦ ┐ ¬ ┌ ÷ └ × ■ ┘ Note: Available only for TM-L90 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler 39* models. 194 Appendix...

  • Page 195: Pc869: Greek)

    ³ ║ ╩ ┌ π ½ ╗ ╦ █ £ Θ ╝ ╠ ▄ σ ═ δ « ╬ ε ■ ´ » ┐ Σ ▀ Note: Available only for TM-L90 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler 39* models. Appendix 195...

  • Page 196: Iso8859-2: Latin 2)

    ╣ ╔ É é ú ║ ╩ Ú  ╗ ╦ Ë ë ╝ ╠ Ü ü ¢ ═ Ý ý ¥ ╬  ┐ ® Note: Available only for TM-L90 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler 39* models. 196 Appendix...

  • Page 197: Iso8859-15: Latin 9)

    Ù é ù ª º Ê Ú ê ú « » Ë Û ë û ¬ Ü ü Ý ý ® Þ þ ÿ ¯ ¿ Note: Available only for TM-L90 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler 39* models. Appendix 197...

  • Page 198: Pc1098: Farsi)

    ─ ┼ ‫ﻐ‬ ‫ﻑ‬ ╚ ╣ ╔ ┘ ║ ╩ ┌ ╗ ╦ █ ╝ ╠ ▄ ‫ﺃ‬ ═ × « ╬ ■ » ┐ ▀ Note: Available only for TM-L90 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler 39* models. 198 Appendix...

  • Page 199: Pc1118: Lithuanian)

    ╦ █ δ √ £ ¼ ╝ ╠ ▄ ∞ ϕ ¥ ¡ ═ ▌ ² Ä « ╬ ε ■ Å ƒ » ┐ ▀ Note: Available only for TM-L90 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler 39* models. Appendix 199...

  • Page 200: Pc1119: Lithuanian)

    ÷ ≈ ╚ ° ╣ ╔ ┘ · · ║ ╩ ┌ ╗ ╦ █ √ ╝ ╠ ▄ ═ ▌ ² ╬ ■ ┐ ▀ Note: Available only for TM-L90 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler 39* models. 200 Appendix...

  • Page 201: Pc1125: Ukrainian)

    ╕ ╚ ╣ ╔ ┘ ÷ ║ ╩ ┌ ╗ ╦ █ ± ╝ ╠ ▄ ╜ ═ ▌ ¤ ╛ ╬ ■ ┐ ╧ ▀ Note: Available only for TM-L90 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler 39* models. Appendix 201...

  • Page 202: Wpc1250: Latin 2)

    · Ç ç ÷ § ¨ ¸ © É é ú Ú « » Ë ë  ¬ Ü ü  Ý ý  ®  Note: Available only for TM-L90 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler 39* models. 202 Appendix...

  • Page 203: Wpc1251: Cyrillic)

    TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Page 46 (WPC1251: Cyrillic) ° ± ¤ Ф • ¶ ¦ · § © « » ¬ ® Note: Available only for TM-L90 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler 39* models. Appendix 203...

  • Page 204: Wpc1253: Greek)

    σ ¤ Τ δ • ¥ Υ ε ϕ ¶ Φ ζ ¦ · § ¨ Θ © Ω ª « » ¬ μ ½ ® Note: Available only for TM-L90 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler 39* models. 204 Appendix...

  • Page 205: Wpc1254: Turkish)

    É Ù é ù ª º ú Ê Ú ê « » Ë Û ë û ¬ ¼ Ü ü ½ ® ¾ ¯ ¿ ÿ Note: Available only for TM-L90 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler 39* models. Appendix 205...

  • Page 206: Wpc1255: Hebrew)

    ‫י‬ © ¹ ֺ ‫ך‬ × ÷ ‫כ‬ « » ֻ ‫ל‬ ¬ ¼ ּ ‫ם‬ ½ ֽ ‫מ‬ ® ¾ ‫־‬ ‫ן‬ ¯ ¿ ֿ Note: Available only for TM-L90 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler 39* models. 206 Appendix...

  • Page 207: Wpc1256: Arabic)

    ¨ ¸ è © ¹ é ù ‫ٹ‬ ‫ڑ‬ ê « » ë û ¬ ¼ ü ‫چ‬ ½ ‫ﻕ‬ ® ¾ ‫ڈ‬ ‫ں‬ ¯ ‫ے‬ Note: Available only for TM-L90 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler 39* models. Appendix 207...

  • Page 208: Wpc1257: Baltic Rim)

    ¶ Ö ö ¦ · ÷ § Ø ø © ¹ É é « » ¬ ¼ Ü ü ¯ ½ ® ¾ ¸ Æ æ Note: Available only for TM-L90 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler 39* models. 208 Appendix...

  • Page 209: Wpc1258: Vietnamese)

    ù ª º Ê Ú ê ú « » Ë Û ë û ¬ ¼ Ü ́ ü ½ ® ¾ ̃ ₫ ¯ ¿ ÿ Note: Available only for TM-L90 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler 39* models. Appendix 209...

  • Page 210: Kz1048: Kazakhstan)

    Ə ¤ ө Ф • Ө ¶ ¦ · § © Ғ ғ « » ¬ ə Қ қ Ң Һ һ ® ң Ү ү Note: Available only for TM-L90 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler 39* models. 210 Appendix...

  • Page 211: Blank Page)

    TM-L90/TM-L90 Peeler Model Technical Reference Guide Page 255 (Blank page) Appendix 211...

  • Page 212: International Character Set

    International Character Set Note: *: Available only for TM-L90 4** models or TM-L90 Peeler 39* models. 212 Appendix...

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