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  • Page 1 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 2 However, should any errors be detected, STAR would greatly appreciate being informed of them. • The above notwithstanding, STAR can assume no responsibility for any errors in this manual. © Copyright 2005 Star Micronics Co., LTD.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Unpacking and Installation ................1 1-1.Unpacking ...................1 2. Parts Identification and Nomenclature ............2 3. Setup .......................5 3-1.Connecting the USB Cable to the Printer ..........5 3-2.Connecting to a Peripheral Unit ............6 3-3.Loading the Roll Paper ................ 7 3-4.Connecting the USB Cable to the PC ..........

  • Page 4: 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. USB cable Switch blind Power cord Paper roll holder Screws Ferrite core Rubber foots CD-ROM Holder plate Setup sheet Printer Roll paper Fig.

  • Page 5: Parts Identification And Nomenclature

    2. Parts Identification and Nomenclature Auto Cutter Model Printer cover Open this cover to load or replace paper. Cover open lever Pull this lever in the direction of the arrow to open the printer cover. Power switch Used to turn on/off Control panel power to the printer.

  • Page 6: Tear Bar Model

    Tear Bar Model Printer cover Open this cover to load or replace paper. Cover open lever Pull this lever in the direction of the arrow to open the printer cover. Power switch Control panel Used to turn on/off power to the printer. Features LED indica- tors to indicate printer status and switches to...

  • Page 7: Choosing A Place For The Printer

    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: Setup

    3. Setup 3-1. Connecting the USB Cable to the Printer Affix the ferrite core onto the USB interface cable and pass the cable through the cable support as shown. Then, connect the USB interface cable to the printer. Note: The dialog shown below may appear on your PC screen if your PC is running Windows 98 or Me, and if you turn ON the power of the printer for the first time while the PC and the printer are connected with the USB cable.

  • Page 9: 3-2.Connecting To A Peripheral Unit

    3-2. Connecting to a Peripheral Unit You can connect a peripheral unit to the printer using a modular plug. The following describes how to install the ferrite core and make the actual connection. See “Modular plug” on page 24 for details about the type of modular plug that is required.

  • Page 10: 3-3.Loading The Roll Paper

    3-3. Loading the Roll Paper Be sure to use roll paper that matches the printer’s specification. When using a paper roll with an 57.5 mm width, install the paper roll holder as described on the following page. 1) Push the cover open lever, and open Cover open lever the printer cover.
  • Page 11 Note: When using a paper roll with an 57.5 mm width, install the paper roll Paper roll holder holder in the groove in the printer. If a paper roll with a 57.5 mm width has been used, a paper roll with a 79.5 mm width cannot be used.
  • Page 12 WARNING • 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 13: 3-4.Connecting The Usb Cable To The Pc

    3-4. Connecting the USB Cable to the PC Connect the USB interface cable to a USB port of your PC. Note: The dialog shown below may appear on your PC screen if your PC is run- ning Windows 98 or Me, and if you turn ON the power of the printer for the first time while the PC and the printer are connected with the USB cable.

  • Page 14: 3-6.Connecting The Power Cord

    3-6. Connecting the Power Cord Note: Before connecting/disconnecting the power cord, 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. (1) Check the label on the back or bottom of the printer to make sure its voltage matches that of the AC outlet.

  • Page 15: 3-7.Turning Power On

    3-7. Turning Power On Make sure that the Power cord has been connected as described in 3-6. (1) Turn ON the power switch located on the front of the printer. The POWER lamp on the control panel will light up. Power switch CAUTION We recommend that you unplug the printer from the power outlet...

  • Page 16: Attaching The Accessories

    4. Attaching the Accessories 4-1. Attaching the Holder Plate (1) Attach the holding plate to the printer. Then tighten the two screws that were supplied to secure it in place. (2) Position the printer over the wall bracket and then slide it downward to set it in place.

  • Page 17: 4-2.Attaching The Rubber Feet

    4-2. Attaching the Rubber Feet (1) Attach the four rubber feet in the positions shown in the figure. Ensure that any soiling has been completely wiped off before attach- ing the rubber feet. (2) Push the cover open lever, and open the printer cover.

  • Page 18: 4-3.Switch Blind Installation

    4-3. 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: Termal Roll Paper Specification

    5. Termal Roll Paper Specification When consumable parts have run out, use those specified below. (1) Roll paper specification Thermal paper Thickness: 65~85 µm (excluding Mitsubishi HiTec F5041) Width: 79.5±0.5 mm (57.5±0.5 mm when the paper roller holder is used) Outer roll diameter: ø83 mm or less +0.5 +0.5...

  • Page 20: Control Panel And Other Functions

    6. Control Panel and Other Functions 6-1. Control Panel 1 POWER lamp (Green LED) Lights when the power is ON. 2 ERROR lamp (Red LED) Indicates various errors in combi- nation with POWER lamp. 3 FEED button Press the FEED button to feed roll 3 FEED button paper.
  • Page 21 2) Non-recoverable errors Error Description POWER Lamp ERROR Lamp Recovery Conditions Head thermistor error Flashes at 0.5- Flashes at 0.5- Non-recoverable second intervals second intervals Board thermistor error Flashes at 2- Flashes at 2- Non-recoverable second intervals second intervals VM voltage error Flashes at 1- Non-recoverable second intervals...

  • Page 22: 6-3.Self-Printing

    6-3. Self-Printing Test Printing Turn the power ON while holding the FEED button depressed. The printer will run a test print according to the Ver. No., DIP switch settings, and character order. After the printer starts printing, release your hand from the FEED button. After self-printing is completed, the printer will start in the normal mode.

  • Page 23: Preventing And Clearing Paper Jams

    7. Preventing and Clearing Paper Jams 7-1. 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. 7-2.

  • Page 24: 7-3.Releasing A Locked Cutter (Auto Cutter Mode Only)

    7-3. Releasing a Locked Cutter (Auto Cutter Mode only) If the auto cutter locks up or fails to cut the paper, follow the steps below. WARNING Since working on the cutter may be dangerous, be sure to turn off the printer first.
  • Page 25 (4) If the cutter is locked, insert a Philips screwdriver into the Philips screw hole on the side of the cutter, and turn it in the direction of the arrow shown on the right, in order to return the cutter to its normal position. (5) Open the printer cover, remove any jammed paper, and then reinstall the paper roll.

  • Page 26: Periodical Cleaning

    8. 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 27: Periheral Unit Drive Circuit

    9. Periheral Unit Drive Circuit Peripheral unit drive circuit connector only connects to peripheral units such as cash drawers, etc. Do not connect it to a telephone. Use cables which meet the following specifications. Peripheral Drive Connector Modular plug Modular plug: MOLEX 90075-0007, Signal Pin No.
  • Page 28 Notes: 1. Pin 1 must be shield drain wire connected to peripheral device frame ground. 2. It is not possible to drive two drives simultaneously. 3. The peripheral drive duty must satisfy the following: ON time / (ON time + OFF time) 0.2 4.

  • Page 29: Specifications

    10. Specifications 10-1.General Specifications (1) Printing method Direct line thermal printing (2) Print speed Max. 1000 dots/sec. (125 mm/sec.) (3) Dot density 203 dpi: 8 dots/mm (0.125 mm/dot) (4) Printing width Max. 72 mm (5) Roll paper Refer to chapter 5 for details on the recommended roll paper.

  • Page 30: 10-2.Auto Cutter Specifications

    10-2.Auto Cutter Specifications (1) Cutting frequency Max. 20 cuts per minute (2) Thickness of paper 65~85 µm 10-3.Interface (1) Specifications USB 2.0 full speed Printer class and vendor class compatible (2) Connector Type B 10-4.Electrical Characteristics (1) Input Voltage 100 to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz (2) Current Consumption Operating: Approx.

  • Page 31: 10-6.Reliability

    10-6.Reliability 1) Life Mechanical: 20 million lines Head: 100 million pulses, 100 km (±15% max. aver- age head resistance fluctuation) For 2-color printing, 50 million pulses, 50 km (±15% max. average head resistance fluctua- tion) Auto cutter: 1 million cuttings (provided the paper thick- ness is between 65 and 85 µm) <Conditions>...

  • Page 32: Please Access The Following Url

    ELECTRONIC PRODUCTS DIVISION OVERSEAS SUBSIDIARY COMPANIES STAR MICRONICS AMERICA, INC. STAR MICRONICS CO., LTD. 536 Nanatsushinya, Shimizu-ku, Shizuoka, 1150 King Georges Post Road, Edison, NJ 08837-3729 U.S.A. Tel: 732-623-5555, Fax: 732-623-5590 424-0066 Japan Tel: 0543-47-0112, Fax: 0543-48-5013 STAR MICRONICS U.K. LTD.

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