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  • Page 1 THERMAL PRINTER TSP1000 SERIES USER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 3 European Communities as of July 1993. The above statement applies only to printers marketed in EU. Trademark acknowledgments TSP1000: Star Micronics Co., Ltd. ESC/POS: Seiko Epson Corporation Notice • All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part of this manual in any form whatsoever, without STAR’s express permission is forbidden.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Unpacking and Installation ... 1 1-1. Unpacking ... 1 2. Parts Identification and Nomenclature ... 2 3. Consumable Parts and AC Adapter ... 4 4. Connecting Cables and AC Adapter ... 6 4-1. Interface Cable ... 6 4-2.

  • Page 5: Unpacking And Installation

    1. Unpacking and Installation 1-1. Unpacking After unpacking the unit, check that all the necessary accessories are included in the package. Printer If anything is missing, contact the dealer where you bought the printer and ask them to supply the missing part. Note that it is a good idea to keep the original box and all the packing materials just in case you need to pack the printer up again and send it somewhere at a later date.

  • Page 6: Parts Identification And Nomenclature

    2. Parts Identification and Nomenclature Power switch Used to turn on/off power to the printer. Interface connector Buzzer drive connector Connects to buzzer. For connection to a host computer. Do not connect this to a telephone. Printer cover Open this cover to load or replace paper.
  • Page 7 Choosing a place for the printer Before actually unpacking the printer, you should take a few minutes to think about where you plan to use it. Remember the following points when doing this.  Choose a firm, level surface where the printer will not be exposed to vibration.

  • Page 8: Consumable Parts And Ac Adapter

    3. Consumable Parts and AC Adapter When consumable parts have run out, use those specified in the table below. Make sure that the AC adapter specified in the table is used. Use of consumable parts or AC adapter which are not specified in the table may result in damage to the printer, fire or electric shock.
  • Page 9 Important! Access the following URL for the information of the recommended paper. http://www.star-m.jp/eng/dl/dl02.htm – 5 –...

  • Page 10: Connecting Cables And Ac Adapter

    4. Connecting Cables and AC Adapter 4-1. Interface Cable Note that the interface cable is not provided. Please use a cable that meets specifications. Important! Before connecting/disconnecting the interface cable, make sure that power to the printer and all the devices connected to the printer is turned off.

  • Page 11: Parallel Interface Cable

    4-1-2. Parallel Interface Cable Ferrite core Interface cable 5 cm maximum (1) Make sure the printer is turn off. (2) For only the parallel interface model, affix the ferrite core onto the cable as shown in the illustration below. (3) Pass the fastener through the ferrite core.

  • Page 12: Connecting Usb Cable

    (5) Connect the interface cable to the connector on the rear panel of the printer. (6) Fasten the connector clasps. 4-1-3. Connecting USB Cable (1) Make sure the printer is turn off. (2) Affix the ferrite core onto the USB cable as shown in the illustration below and make sure to pass the cable through the cable support as shown in the illustration.
  • Page 13 4-1-4. Connecting Ethernet Cable (1) Make sure the printer is turned off. (2) Affix the ferrite core onto the ethernet cable as shown in the illus- tration below. (3) Pass the fastener through the ferrite core. (4) Loop the fastener around the cable and lock it.

  • Page 14: Connecting To A Buzzer Drive

    4-2. Connecting to a Buzzer Drive You can connect a buzzer drive to the printer using a modular plug. The following describes how to make the actual connection. See “Modular plug” on page 43 for details about the type of modular plug that is required. Note that this printer does not come with a modular plug or wire, so it is up to you to obtain one that suits your needs.

  • Page 15: Connecting The Optional Ac Adapter

    4-3. Connecting the Optional AC Adapter Note: Before connecting/disconnecting the AC adapter, make sure that power to the printer and all the devices connected to the printer is turned off. Also make sure the power cable plug is disconnected from the AC outlet.

  • Page 16: Turning Power On

    4-4. Turning Power On Make sure that the AC adapter has been connected as described in 4-3. (1) Set the power switch located on the front of the printer to on. The POWER lamp on the control panel will light up. Power switch Important! We recommend that you unplug the printer from the power outlet...

  • Page 17: Installing The Cable

    4-5. Installing the Cable Install the cable as shown in the diagram below. – 13 –...

  • Page 18: Switch Blind Installation

    4-6. Switch Blind Installation It is not necessary to install the switch blind. Only install it if it is necessary for you. By installing the switch blind, the following become possible. • Preventing the power switch from being operated by mistake. •...

  • Page 19: Control Panel And Other Functions

    5. Control Panel and Other Functions 5-1. Control Panel 2 FEED button 3 ERROR lamp (Red LED) 1 POWER lamp (Green LED) 5-2. Errors (1) Automatically recoverable error Error Description POWER lamp Head high tem- Flashes at 0.5 sec- perature detection ond intervals Cover open error (2) Recoverable error...
  • Page 20 (3) Non recoverable error Error Description POWER lamp RAM error EERROM error Flash ROM error Thermistor error Power supply error Note 1) If a non recoverable error occurs, turn the power OFF immediately. 2) When Power supply error occurs, there is a possibility that the power supply unit has a trouble.

  • Page 21: Self Printing

    5-3. Self Printing (1) Test Printing Turn the power on while holding the FEED button depressed. Test printing will be performed according to the Ver. No., DIP switch settings and memory switch settings. (2) Hexadecimal Dump Mode Open the printer cover, then turn the power on while holding the FEED button. When the cover is closed, “*** HEX DUMP PRINTING ***”...

  • Page 22: Loading The Roll Paper

    Be sure to use roll paper that matches the printer’s specification. Cover open lever Roll paper 6. Loading the Roll Paper (1) Push the Cover open lever, and open the printer cover. (2) While observing the direction of the roll, set the paper roll into the hol- low, and pull on the leading edge of the paper toward you.
  • Page 23 Position 5 Position 4 Position 6 Position 3 Position 2 Position 1 (3) Pull on the edge of the paper to remove any slack and then push down both sides of the printer cover to close. Note: Make sure that the printer cover is securely closed.
  • Page 24 Important! 1. Do not touch the cutter blade. · There is a cutter inside the paper outlet slot. Not only should you not put your hand in the paper outlet slot while printing is in progress, never put your hand into the outlet even when printing is not in progress.

  • Page 25: Adjusting The Near-End Sensor

    7. Adjusting the Near-end Sensor Use the following procedure to adjust the near-end sensor so it is compatible with the size of roll paper you are using. 1 Open the printer cover. 2 Determine the diameter of the roll paper you are using and find the required setting in the table below.
  • Page 26 Adjustment value according to the paper you are using Paper thick- When using the paper roll with a core whose inside diameter (A): ø25.4, outside ness ( µ m) diameter (B):ø32 Detected diameter (C) Level 1 ø44 Roll paper core (Approx.

  • Page 27: Preventing And Clearing Paper Jams

    8. Preventing and Clearing Paper Jams 8-1. Preventing Paper Jams The paper should not be touched during ejection and before it is cut. Pressing or pulling the paper during ejection may cause a paper jam, paper cutting failure or line feed failure. 8-2.

  • Page 28: Releasing A Locked Cutter

    8-3. Releasing a Locked Cutter If the auto cutter locks up or fails to cut the paper, follow the steps below. Caution Since working on the cutter may be dangerous, be sure to turn off the printer first. (1) Set the power switch to OFF to turn off the printer. (2) Slide off the front cover to reveal the auto cutter.
  • Page 29 (4) If the cutter’s moving blade is protruding, rotate the knob in the direction of an arrow to return the moving blade to its home position. When the check window is completely white, the moving blade is at its home position.

  • Page 30: Periodical Cleaning

    9. Periodical Cleaning Printed characters may become partially unclear due to accumulated paper dust and dirt. To prevent such a problem, paper dust collected in the paper holder and paper transport section and on the surface of the thermal head must be removed periodically.

  • Page 31: Appendix A: Specifications

    Appendix A: Specifications A-1. General Specifications (1) Printing method (2) Print speed (3) Dot density (4) Printing width (5) Number of print columns (6) Roll paper (7) Overall dimension (8) Weight (9) Noise Approx. Direct line thermal printing Max. 1440 dots/sec. (180 mm/sec.) 203 dpi: 8 dots/mm (0.125 mm/dot) Max.

  • Page 32: A-2. Auto Cutter Specifications

    A-2. Auto Cutter Specifications (1) Cutting frequency (2) Thickness of paper A-3. Interface RS232C serial interface/Two-way parallel interface (IEEE1284)/USB interface/ Ethernet interface A-4. Electrical Characteristics (1) Input Voltage (2) Current Consumption Operating: Approx. 2.0 A (at ASCII printing) (3) Power Connector Pin No.

  • Page 33: A-6. Environmental Requirements

    A-6. Environmental Requirements (1) Operating Temperature Humidity (%RH) (2) Transport/storage (except for paper) Temperature Humidity A-7. Reliability (1) LIFE (2) Cutter life 5°C to 45°C 10% to 90% RH (without condensation) Operating environment range Temperature (°C) Operating temperature and humidity range -20°C to 60°C 10% to 90% RH (without condensation) 20 million lines (based on an average printing rate of...

  • Page 34: A-8. Black Mark Specifications

    A-8. Black Mark Specifications Reverse side of the paper -0.8 2.5 mm Printing direction Upper margin 12 mm or more <Remarks> 1) The cut position shown above is when the print starting position correct value for Appendix G: memory switch 2 is the default setting. 2) The black mark’s PCS value must be 0.90 or more.

  • Page 35: Appendix B: Dip Switch Setting

    Appendix B: Dip Switch Setting Two DIP switches are provided at the bottom of the printer, and can be set as given in the table below. Be sure to set the power switch to off before changing the settings. It is recommended to use a pointed item like a pen or flat-blade driver screw to change the settings.

  • Page 36: B-1. Parallel Interface Model

    B-1. Parallel Interface Model No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 DIP-SW1 Switch Function Command emulation Command emulation Should not be changed (Should be set to on) Sensor adjustment Pin #31 (INIT) reset signal Handshaking conditions (conditions for BUSY) Automatic status back function Should not be changed (Should be set to on) The factory settings of DIP switch are all on.

  • Page 37: B-2. Sperial Interface (Rs-232C) Model

    B-2. Sperial Interface (RS-232C) Model No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 DIP-SW1 Switch Function Command emulation Command emulation Should not be changed (Should be set to on) Sensor adjustment Should not be changed (Should be set to on) Handshaking conditions (conditions for BUSY) Automatic status back function...
  • Page 38 The following is the procedure for changing the settings on DIP switch No. 3. 1. Turn off the printer and all components connected to it. 2. Remove the 2 screws. 3. Remove the serial interface board unit. 4. Change the setting of the DIP switches. 5.

  • Page 39: B-3. Usb Interface Model

    B-3. USB Interface Model No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 DIP-SW1 Switch Function Command emulation Command emulation Should not be changed (Should be set to on) Sensor adjustment USB mode Handshaking conditions (conditions for BUSY) Automatic status back function Should not be changed (Should be set to on) The factory settings of DIP switch are all on.

  • Page 40: B-4. Ethernet Interface Model

    B-4. Ethernet Interface Model No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 DIP-SW1 Switch Function Command emulation Command emulation Should not be changed (Should be set to on) Sensor adjustment Should not be changed (Should be set to on) Handshaking coditions (conditions for BUSY) Should not be changed (Should be set to on)

  • Page 41: Led Display

    Switch Initialization of settings #9100 Multi-session (Maximum 8 sessions) The factory settings of DIP switch are all OFF. The firmware must be ver.2.02 or later. I LED Display Green : Lights when other party connection is recognized as 10BASE-T. Orange : Lights when packets are received.

  • Page 42: Appendix C: Parallel Interface

    Appendix C: Parallel Interface The two-way parallel interface is compatible with the IEEE1284 compatibility mode and nibble mode. Refer to the separate Specification Manual for details. Table of Connection Signals for Each Mode Pin No. Direction Compatibility Mode Signal Name In/Out In/Out In/Out...

  • Page 43: Appendix D: Serial Interface (Rs-232C)

    Appendix D: Serial Interface (RS-232C) D-1. RS-232C Connector Pin No. Signal name Direction 25 Pin 9 Pin F-GND — S-GND — 8~19 1,9 Function Frame ground Transmission data Receive data Same as DTR signal. Not used Status of this signal is not checked. STAR Mode Status of this signal is not checked.
  • Page 44 Pin No. Signal name Direction 25 Pin 9 Pin 21~24 INIT Function Printer status 1. During the period from when the power is turned on (including reset- ting using the interface) to when the printer is ready to receive data. 2.

  • Page 45: D-2. Cable Connections

    D-2. Cable Connections The followings are a recommended interface cable connections. Printer side (D-sub 25 pin) INIT Note: Use shielded wire less than 3m in length. Printer side (D-sub 9 pin) Note: Use shielded wire less than 3m in length. D-3.

  • Page 46: Appendix E: Usb Interface And Ethernet Interface

    Appendix E: USB Interface and Ethernet Interface E-1. USB Interface Specifications 1. General Specification: 2. Communication Speed: 3. Communication Method: USB Bulk Transmission Mode 4. Power Specifications: 5. Connector: E-2. Ethernet Interface Specifications 1. General Specification: 2. Communication Media: 3. Communication Speed: 4.

  • Page 47: Appendix F: Buzzer Driver Circuit

    Appendix F: Buzzer Driver Circuit This printer is equipped with a circuit for driving the buzzer. A 6-pin modular connector for connection of the buzzer is located on the back of the printer. To connect to the drive circuit, connect the buzzer to the modular connector using a cable supplied by you like that one shown in the figure below.

  • Page 48: Drive Circuit

    Drive circuit The recommended drive unit is shown below. [ Drive Circuit ] M-GND 6-P Modular jack connector Reference 2SD1866 Circuit Configuration R3=3.5K R2=300 Note: 1) Pin 1 must be shield drain wire connected to buzzer device frame ground. 2) For continuous driving, Maximum drive output is 0.1A. 3) Absolute maximum ratings for diodes D1 (Ta = 25°C) is: Average Rectified Current Io = 1A 4) Absolute maximum rating for transistors 2SD1866 (Ta = 25°C) is:...

  • Page 49: Appendix G: Memory Switch Settings

    Appendix G: Memory Switch Settings Each memory switch is stored in EEPROM. For details on the functions and settings of memory switches, see the separate Specification Manual. The table below shows the factory settings for the memory switches. Memory Switch Hexadecimal Code 0000 0000...
  • Page 52 ELECTRONIC PRODUCTS DIVISION STAR MICRONICS CO., LTD. 536 Shimizunanatsushinya, Shizuoka, 424-0066 Japan Tel: 0543-47-0112, Fax: 0543-48-5013 Please access the following URL http://www.star-m.jp/eng/dl/dl02.htm for the lastest revision of the manual. OVERSEAS SUBSIDIARY COMPANIES STAR MICRONICS AMERICA, INC. 1150 King Georges Post Road, Edison, NJ 08837-3729 U.S.A.

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