Epson TM-U950 Technical Manual page 18

CONFIDENTIAL
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Notes on setting the print operation mode
Notes on slip paper
Notes on using personal check paper (for printers with an MICR reader)
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The GS E command sets print mode (printing speed and print head energizing time).
When the power is turned on, normal mode is selected as the default. The printer
automatically switches from normal mode to copy mode when slip is selected by ESC c 0.
The slip paper must be flat, without curls or wrinkles, especially at the top edges. Otherwise,
the paper may rub against the ribbon and become dirty.
There must be no glue on the bottom edge of slip paper. It is desirable for the glue to be on
the top edge. Choose slip paper carefully when the glue is on the right or left edge, since
paper feeding and insertion are affected by gluing conditions (e.g., glue quality, method,
and length) and glue location (see Figure 1-4). Be especially careful when slip paper is wide
and has the glue on the right or left edge, since meandering may occur.
Since the slip insertion sensor uses a photo sensor, paper that has holes at the sensor
position, or is translucent, must not be used (see Figure 1-5).
Since the slip ejection sensor uses a reflective photo sensor, paper that has holes or dark
portions with low reflection (less than 40% reflection) at the sensor position must not be
used (see Figure 1-6).
Be sure to perform slip printing with a paper roll loaded to avoid incorrect paper feeding
due to paper jams.
Use thinner paper (N30 or equivalent) between the top and bottom sheets of multi-ply
paper. If thick paper is used, the copy capability is lowered.
The personal checks must be flat, without curls, folds, or wrinkles (especially at the edges).
Otherwise, the check may rub against the ribbon and become ink-stained.
Figure 1-4. Slip Paper Glued Area
68 to 102 mm x 152 to 210 mm
(2.68 to 4.02" x 2.98 to 8.27")
70 to 90 kg paper
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