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  • Page 1 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 2: Trademark Acknowledgments

    Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. The above statement applies only to printers marketed in Canada. Trademark acknowledgments TSP100: Star Micronics Co., Ltd. Notice • All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part of this manual in any form whatsoever, without STAR’s express permission is forbidden.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Unpacking and Installation ........................1 1-1. Unpacking ............................1 2. Parts Identification and Nomenclature ....................3 2-1. U Model ............................3 2-2. PU Model .............................4 2-3. Choosing a place for the printer ....................5 3. Setup ................................6 3-1. Connecting the USB/PoweredUSB Cable to the Printer .............6 3-2.

  • 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. 1-1-1. U Model USB cable Switch cover Power cord Paper roll holder Screws Ferrite core Rubber feet Holder plate CD-ROM Installation sheet Printer...
  • Page 5 1-1-2. PU Model Switch cover Paper roll holder Screws Connector cover A Rubber feet Holder plate CD-ROM Installation sheet Printer Roll paper [Options] AC adapter USB cable STAR, Adapter PS60A-24A STAR, USB Cable 1.8M TSP1 [Recommended cables] PoweredUSB cable (Y cable) PoweredUSB cable (straight type) PoweredUSB 24V to USB-B &...

  • Page 6: Parts Identification And Nomenclature

    2. Parts Identification and Nomenclature 2-1. U Model Printer cover Open this cover to load or replace paper. Cover open lever Push this lever in the direction of the arrow to open the printer cover. Power switch Used to turn on/off power to the printer.

  • Page 7: Pu Model

    2-2. PU Model Printer cover Open this cover to load or replace paper. Cover open lever Push this lever in the direction of the arrow to open the printer cover. Power switch Used to turn on/off power to the printer. Control panel Features LED indicators to indi- cate printer status and switches...

  • Page 8: Choosing A Place For The Printer

    2-3. 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 9: Setup

    3. Setup 3-1. Connecting the USB/PoweredUSB Cable to the Printer 3-1-1. U Model Affix the ferrite core onto the USB interface cable and pass the cable through the cable sup- port as shown. Then, connect the USB interface cable to the printer. –...
  • Page 10 3-1-2. PU Model CAUTION Make sure that the printer is turned off before connecting the PoweredUSB cable (Y cable) or PoweredUSB cable (straight type). (1) According to the cable used, install the connector cover onto the printer to prevent im- proper cable connections.
  • Page 11 (2) Connect the interface cable to the printer as shown. When using the USB cable, secure the cable with the hook. PoweredUSB cable (Y cable) USB cable PoweredUSB cable (straight type) – 8 –...

  • Page 12: 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 de- scribes how to install the ferrite core and make the actual connection. See “Modular plug” on page 30 PoweredUSB 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 13: 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. Cover open lever 1) Push the cover open lever, and open the printer cover.
  • Page 14 Note: When using a paper roll with an 57.5 mm width, install the paper roll holder in the groove in the printer. Paper roll holder 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 15 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 16: Connecting The Usb/Poweredusb Cable To The Pc

    3-4. Connecting the USB/PoweredUSB Cable to the PC 3-4-1. U Model Connect the USB interface cable to a USB port of your PC. 3-4-2. PU Model CAUTION Make sure that the PC is turned off before connecting the PoweredUSB cable (Y cable) or PoweredUSB cable (straight type).

  • Page 17: Installing The Printer Software

    3-5. Installing the Printer Software Here is the procedure for installing the printer driver and utility software, which are stored on the supplied CD-ROM. The procedure applies to the Windows operating systems shown below. For instructions on the Linux and Macintosh OS X, refer to the software manual located in the “Linux” and “Mac” folders on the CD-ROM.

  • Page 18: Connecting The Power Cord

    3-6. Connecting the Power Cord 3-6-1. U Model 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 19 3-6-2. PU Model Note: Before connecting/disconnecting the AC adapter, make sure that power to the printer and all the devices connected to the printer are turned off. Also make sure the power cable plug is disconnected from the AC outlet. (1) Connect the AC adapter to the power cable.

  • Page 20: 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 whenever you do not plan to...

  • Page 21: Attaching The Accessories

    4. Attaching the Accessories The following accessories are necessary when mounting the printer to a wall. • Holder plate and two flangeless screws The following accessories are necessary when positioning the printer vertically. • Four rubber feet The following accessories do not necessarily have to be attached. Attach it if necessary. •...

  • Page 22: Attaching The Rubber Feet

    (1) Attach the holding plate to the printer. Then tighten the two screws that were supplied to secure it in place. Flangeless screws (2) Position the printer over the screws, etc., on the wall and then slide it downward to set it in place.

  • Page 23: Switch Cover Installation

    (2) Push the cover open lever, and open the printer cover. (3) Insert the roll paper as shown. 4-3. Switch Cover Installation It is not necessary to install the switch cover. Only install it if it is necessary for you. By in- stalling the switch cover, the following become possible.

  • Page 24: Thermal Roll Paper Specification

    5. Thermal Roll Paper Specification When consumable parts have run out, use those specified below. 5-1. 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 Take up paper roll width: 80 mm or (58 mm when the paper roller holder is used) + 0.5...
  • Page 25 5-2-2. PU Model Paper thickness Power consumption Manufacturer Product name Quality characteristics/Use (µm) mode Mitsubishi Paper normal type paper 65 (thickness) P220AG Mills Limited high image stability paper 75 (thickness) HP220AB-1 normal type paper, card ticket 80 (thickness) P220AGB 2 color paper: Red & Black 65 (thickness) Standard mode only PB670...

  • Page 26: 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 combination with POWER lamp. 3 FEED button 3 FEED button Press the FEED button to feed roll paper. 2 ERROR lamp (Red LED) 1 POWER lamp (Green LED) 6-2.
  • Page 27 2) Non-recoverable errors Error Description POWER Lamp ERROR Lamp Recovery Conditions Head thermistor error Flashes at 0.5-second inter- Flashes at 0.5-second inter- Non-recoverable vals vals Board thermistor error Flashes at 2-second inter- Flashes at 2-second inter- Non-recoverable vals vals VM voltage error Flashes at 1-second inter- Non-recoverable vals...

  • Page 28: Self-Printing

    6-3. Self-Printing Test Printing Turn the power ON while holding the FEED button depressed. Test printing is performed. The version number and printer settings are printed. 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 29: 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 30: 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. (1) Set the power switch to OFF to turn off the printer.
  • Page 31 (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 re- turn the cutter to its normal position. (5) Open the printer cover, remove any jammed paper, and then reinstall the paper roll.

  • Page 32: 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. Such cleaning is recom- mended to be carried out once six month or one million lines.

  • Page 33: Peripheral Unit Drive Circuit

    9. Peripheral 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 Signal Modular plug Pin No.
  • Page 34 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 35: 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. Paper width:79.5±0.5 mm (57.5±0.5 mm when the paper roll holder is used) Roll diameter: ø83 mm or less...

  • Page 36: 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 U Model Type B PU Moedl Type B and PoweredUSB connector Type B connector: DUSB-BRA42-T11(D2)-FA (manufacturer: DDK)
  • Page 37 10-4-2. PU Model (AC adapter) (1) Input: 100 to 240V AC, 50/60 Hz (2) Output: DC 24V ± 5% (3) Current Consumption (DC 24 V at room temperature) Low-power consumption mode: Stand-by: Approx. 0.1A Mean: Approx. 1.0A (at ASCII continuous printing) Peak: Approx.
  • Page 38 10-4-3. PU Model (PoweredUSB cable) When using the PoweredUSB cable, DC 24 V must be supplied to the printer from the sys- tem. Use a power supply for the printer that meets the following requirements. Power Requirements (1) Output: DC 24V ± 5% (2) Current Consumption (DC 24 V at room temperature) Low-power consumption mode: Stand-by:...

  • Page 39: Environmental Requirements

    10-5. Environmental Requirements (1) Operating Temperature 5°C to 45°C Humidity 10% to 90% RH (without condensation) (%RH) Operating environment range Operating temperature and humidity range (2) Transport/storage (except for paper) Temperature -20°C to 60°C Humidity 10% to 90% RH (without condensation) –...

  • Page 40: Reliability

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

  • Page 41: Dip Switch Settings

    11. DIP Switch Settings There are DIP switches located on the bottom of the PU model printers and various settings can be performed as shown in the following table. When changing the settings, use the following procedure. Note: For U model printers, the DIP switch settings do not need to be performed. (1) Turn the printer off and disconnect the power cable plug from the AC outlet.

  • Page 42: Please Access The Following Url

    OVERSEAS SUBSIDIARY COMPANIES STAR MICRONICS AMERICA, INC. 1150 King Georges Post Road, Edison, NJ 08837-3729 U.S.A. Tel: (int+1)-732-623-5555, Fax: (int+1)-732-623-5590 STAR MICRONICS EUROPE LTD. SPECIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Star House, Peregrine Business Park, Gomm Road, STAR MICRONICS CO., LTD. High Wycombe, Bucks, HP13 7DL, U.K.

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