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Technical Reference Guide
Product Overview
Describes features and general specifications for the product.
Setup
Describes setup and installation of the product and peripherals.
Application Development Information
Describes how to control the printer and necessary information
when you develop applications.
Handling
Describes how to handle the product.
Appendix
Describes character code tables.
M00059604
Rev. E

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  • Page 1 Technical Reference Guide Product Overview Describes features and general specifications for the product. Setup Describes setup and installation of the product and peripherals. Application Development Information Describes how to control the printer and necessary information when you develop applications. Handling Describes how to handle the product.
  • Page 2 • Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. • 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.) failure to strictly comply with Seiko Epson Corporation’s operating...

  • Page 3: 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. You must follow warnings carefully to avoid serious bodily injury. WARNING Provides information that must be observed to prevent damage to the equipment or loss of data.

  • Page 4: Warnings

     Shut down your equipment immediately if it produces smoke, a strange odor, or unusual noise. Continued use may lead to fire. Immediately unplug the equipment and contact your dealer or a Seiko Epson service center for advice.  Never attempt to repair this product yourself. Improper repair work can be dangerous.

  • Page 5: Cautions

    Cautions  Do not connect cables in ways other than those mentioned in this manual. Different connections may cause equipment damage or fire.  Be sure to set this equipment on a firm, stable, horizontal surface. CAUTION The product may break or cause injury if it falls. ...

  • Page 6: Wireless Lan (Ot-Wl01) Important Safety Information

    Tampering with this product may result in injury or fire.  OT-WL01 is only for indoor use.  OT-WL01 should only be used for EPSON TM Intelligent Printers. If it is installed on another device, it may result in computer failure, damage, or CAUTION malfunctions.
  • Page 7 Notes on Security when Using Wireless LAN (Important information on customer rights (maintaining privacy) The advantage of using a wireless LAN over a LAN cable is that, because information is exchanged using radio signals, you can easily connect to the network if you are within range of the radio signals.

  • Page 8: Restriction Of Use

    Restriction of Use When this product is used for applications requiring high reliability/safety, such as transportation devices related to aviation, rail, marine, automotive, etc.; disaster prevention devices; various safety devices, etc.; or functional/precision devices, etc., you should use this product only after giving consideration to including fail-safes and redundancies into your design to maintain safety and total system reliability.

  • Page 9: About This Manual

    About this Manual Aim of the Manual This manual was created to provide information on development, design, and installation of receipt issue systems and development and design of printer applications for developers. Manual Content The manual is made up of the following sections: Chapter 1 Product Overview Chapter 2...

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Contents ■ For Safety ..........................3 Key to Symbols............................3 Warnings ..............................4 Cautions ..............................5 Wireless LAN (OT-WL01) Important Safety Information ...............6 Wireless LAN (OT-WL01) Usage Precautions ..................6 ■ Restriction of Use ........................8 ■ About this Manual ........................ 9 Aim of the Manual ..........................9 Manual Content .............................9 ■...
  • Page 11 Printing and Cutting Positions ......................47 Electrical Characteristics ........................48 Environmental Conditions........................49 External Dimensions and Mass ......................50 TM-L90-i Dedicated AC Adapter ....................... 50 ■ Option Specifications......................51 Wireless LAN Cable Set (OT-WL01) ..................... 51 Setup .....................53 ■ Flow of Setup ........................53 ■...
  • Page 12 ■ How to Control the Printer....................103 ■ Software and Manuals ..................... 103 Utilities ..............................103 How to Get Manuals and the Utility ....................104 ■ EPSON TMNet WebConfig ....................105 Starting EPSON TMNet WebConfig ....................105 General Information...........................106 TCP/IP Information (Wired) ........................108 TCP/IP Information (Wireless)......................109...
  • Page 13 Handling ..................131 ■ Installing and Replacing Roll Paper................131 ■ Removing Jammed Paper....................134 When the roll paper cover will not open ..................134 ■ Cleaning the Thermal Head ....................136 ■ Connecting to External Devices ..................137 ■ Preparing for Transport .....................138 Appendix..................139 ■...

  • Page 15: Product Overview

    This chapter describes features and specifications of the product. Features The TM-L90-i is a supporting ePOS-Print XML, high-speed, power-saving thermal receipt printer that can print on die-cut/full-surface labels and thick paper. Its compact size allows installation in a variety of areas. It is a model of the TM-i series.
  • Page 16 Others • Development kits such as MSDN are not required for application development. • Registering web pages on the TM-L90-i makes them accessible on the Web. • Methods to efficiently construct multiple systems are included. For details, see the "TM-i...

  • Page 17: Product Configurations

    Chapter 1 Product Overview Product Configurations Autocutter • Full cut (cuts paper completely) Colors • ECW (Epson Cool White) • EDG (Epson Dark Gray) Accessories Included • Dedicated AC adapter • AC cable • Power switch cover • Paper roll spacer •...

  • Page 18: Part Names And Functions

    Part Names and Functions Power switch Cutter cover Cover open lever Manual cutter Control panel Roll paper cover Power Switch When DIP switch 1 is OFF (power switch: enabled), the power is turned ON/OFF. Press and hold the switch for 1 second to turn the power on, and 3 seconds to turn the power off. After turning the power on, approximately 30 seconds is required before printing is possible.

  • Page 19: Power Switch Cover

    Chapter 1 Product Overview Power Switch Cover Install the power switch cover that comes with the TM-L90-i onto the printer to prevent inadvertent changing of the power switch, to prevent tampering, and to improve the appearance of the printer. To reset the printer when the power switch cover is installed, insert a long, thin object (such as the end of a paper clip) into the hole in the power switch cover and press the power switch.
  • Page 20 LEDs Paper roll end(PAPER OUT) LED • Lights when there is no more roll paper or there is little remaining. • Off when there is a sufficient amount of roll paper remaining. • Flashes when a self-test printing standby state and macro execution standby state. You can use the memory switch (Msw8-3) to set whether the PAPER LED flashes when there is little roll paper remaining....

  • Page 21: Connectors

    Chapter 1 Product Overview Connectors When the connector cover is opened, you will see various connectors, a microSD card slot, and push buttons. USB connectors Power supply connector (for DC 24V) Ethernet Micro-USB Drawer kick-out Power supply connector connector connector for DC 5V connector Connector •...
  • Page 22 microSD Card Slot Insert a microSD card. When PHP functionality is enabled. microSD card slot For more information about how to set up the PHP environment, see the "TM-i series PHP Setup Manual". Push Button The push button on the lower rear of the printer prints a status sheet or initializes the printer. Push button The push button has below function: •...

  • Page 23: Offline

    Chapter 1 Product Overview Offline The printer automatically goes offline under the following conditions: • During power on (including resetting with the interface) until the printer is ready • During the self-test • While paper is fed using the Feed button •...

  • Page 24: Error Status

    Error Status There are three possible error types: automatically recoverable errors, recoverable errors, and unrecoverable errors. Check the error LED flash code. When connection to external devices fails, check the status LEDs at the lower rear of the printer. Automatically Recoverable Errors Printing is no longer possible when automatically recoverable errors occur.

  • Page 25: Recoverable Errors

    Chapter 1 Product Overview Recoverable Errors Printing is no longer possible when recoverable errors occur. They can be recovered easily by turning the power on again after eliminating the cause of the error. Error LED flash code Error Error description Recovery measure Approx.

  • Page 26: Unrecoverable Errors

    Unrecoverable Errors Printing is no longer possible when unrecoverable errors occur. The printer must be repaired. Turn off the power immediately when unrecoverable errors occur. CAUTION Error LED flash code Error Error description Approx. 320 ms Memory R/W error After R/W checking, the printer does not work correctly.

  • Page 27: No Connection To External Devices

    Chapter 1 Product Overview No Connection to External Devices When connection to external devices is not possible, check the status LED at the back of the printer. Status LED Orange: Booting Green: Operating normally When the status LED is lit in green •...

  • Page 28: Nv Memory (Non-Volatile Memory)

    NV Memory (Non-Volatile Memory) The printer's NV memory stores data even after the printer power is turned off. NV memory contains the following memory areas for the user: • NV graphics memory • User NV memory • Memory switches • User-defined page •...

  • Page 29: Maintenance Counter

    Chapter 1 Product Overview Maintenance Counter With this function, printer information, such as the number of line feeds, the number of autocuts, and printer operation time after the printer starts working, is automatically stored in NV memory. Refer to the counter information when performing regular maintenance and replacing parts.

  • Page 30: Product Specifications

    JAN 8 (EAN 8), JAN 13 (EAN 13), UPC-A, UPC-E, CODE 39, ITF, CODABAR (NW-7), CODE 93, CODE 128, PDF417, QR CODE,  symbol/printing MaxiCode Power supply EPSON AC ADAPTER, RA (Model: M266A) Life* Mechanism Label: 1,000,000 labels issued Receipt(thickness type):10,000,000 lines...

  • Page 31: Software Specifications

    Print control ePOS-Print API, ePOS-Print XML (XML Web service is used. No printer driver is required.) Utility EPSON TMNet WebConfig  Network setting (Ethernet/Wireless LAN)  Web contents registration  ePOS-Print setting  Following printers with the UB-E02 or UB-R03 embed-...

  • Page 32: Intelligent Section Specifications

     Following printers with the UB-E02 or UB-R03 embed- Controllable printer SC Model  TM-T88IV  TM-T70*  TM-L90*  TM-U220* *: Firmware Ver.3 or later  Following printers with the UB-E02 or UB-R03 embed- KO Model  TM-T88IV  TM-L90* ...

  • Page 33: Printing Specifications

    Chapter 1 Product Overview Printing Specifications Printing method Thermal line printing Dot density 203 × 203 dpi Printing direction Unidirectional with friction feed (Reverse feed is not supported.) Printing width 72.0 mm (2.83"), 576 dots (when the paper width is 80mm) Characters per line...

  • Page 34: Character Specifications

    Character Specifications Number of characters Alphanumeric characters: 95 Extended graphics: 128 × 11 pages (including one space page) International characters: 37 sets Character structure Font A (default): 12 × 24 Font B: 9 × 17 Character size Font A Standard: 1.50 × 3.0 mm Double-height: 1.50 ×...

  • Page 35: Paper Specifications

    Chapter 1 Product Overview Paper Specifications Paper types Specified thermal paper  Receipt paper, continuous label paper (without black mark)  Receipt paper (with black mark)  Die-cut label paper (without black mark)  Die-cut label paper (with black mark) Form Roll paper Size...
  • Page 36  HD-75* (Nippon Paper Industries Co., Ltd.) Die-cut label paper/ Continuous label paper  HW76B* (Nippon Paper Industries Co., Ltd.)  HW76C* (Nippon Paper Industries Co., Ltd.  KL470* (NAKAGAWA MFG(USA).Inc.)  KL80GT* (NAKAGAWA MFG (Germany). GmbH.)  150HA* (Ricoh Co., Ltd.) *: Paper for high-speed printing.
  • Page 37 Chapter 1 Product Overview Receipt Paper/Continuous Label Roll Paper When using receipt paper/continuous label roll paper , be sure to use paper that meets the following requirements. Requirements for Black Mark When using receipt paper/continuous label roll paper with black marks, be sure to use paper that meets the following requirements.
  • Page 38 Requirements for the Edge Cutoff of Continuous Label Roll Paper To prevent the print head from sticking to the adhesive agent, be sure to use continuous label paper that edge cutoff(“Edge cutoff” 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.) has been done.
  • Page 39 Chapter 1 Product Overview Die-cut Label 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: 1) Paper Thickness, peeling strength, and adhesive agent Thermal paper (label) Adhesive agent (acrylic emulsion) Thickness: 70 to 92μm...
  • Page 40  Transparency rates are measured by the Macbeth TD-904 (with a filter for infrared) pho- tometer. The transparency rates are calculated as follows: Use Density = Log10 (Amount of irradiation / Amount of transparency) Then, Transparency rate (%) = (Amount of transparency / Amount of irradiation) x 100 ...
  • Page 41 Chapter 1 Product Overview Requirements for die-cut label size (without black marks) Die-cut labels (without black marks) must satisfy the following requirements. 37.5±0.5 to 69.5±0.5 or 79.5±0.5 Corner R2 or less Label interval L1: (Label length + (Label length: 25.4 ~ 101.6) Cutting position L2=3 to 10 1.5 or more...
  • Page 42 Requirements for die-cut label size (with black marks) If die-cut label with black marks is used, there are two reflective rate requirements, depending on the size and position of black marks. Be sure to use label paper that meets either black mark position requirement I or II as follows.
  • Page 43 Chapter 1 Product Overview Reflective rates are measured by the Macbeth PCM-II (Filter D) meter. 0.5±0.5 Cutting position 5.0±0.5 0.5±0.5 15.0 or more Paper feed direction Preprintable area Back (non-printing side) Units: mm Requirements for Black Mark Position II (when the black mark is between two labels) •...
  • Page 44 Reflective rates are measured by the Macbeth PCM-II (Filter D) meter. 4 to 5.5 5.0±0.5 15.0 or more Paper feed direction Preprintable area Back (non-printing side) Units: mm...

  • Page 45: Printable Area

    Chapter 1 Product Overview Printable Area Receipt Paper/Continuous Label Roll Paper 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. Please set by referring to the following. Paper width (mm) Printable area (mm) Left margin (mm)
  • Page 46 Die-cut Label Make a margin of 2.8 mm {0.11"} or more from the label edges on both left and right sides and also a margin of 1.5 mm {0.059"} or more from the label edges on top and bottom of the printable area of the label (face stock).

  • Page 47: Printing And Cutting Positions

    Chapter 1 Product Overview Printing and Cutting Positions Manual-cutter position Approx. 14 Approx. 29 Autocutter blade position Center of the print dotline Paper feed direction  The values above may vary slightly as a result of paper slack or variations in the paper. Take this into account when setting the cutting position of the autocutter.

  • Page 48: Electrical Characteristics

    Electrical Characteristics Supply voltage DC 24V ± 7% Current consumption Standby Mean: Approximately 0.1A (at 24V, 25°C, normal Maximum 1A for drawer kick-out driving. print density) Operating DC 24V Mean: Approximately 1.7A DC 5V*: Maximum 1.0A/2.5A Note: When print ratio is approximately 18% ...

  • Page 49: Environmental Conditions

    Ambient temperature Acoustic noise (operating) Approximately 53 dB (bystander position) Note: The values above are measured in the Epson evaluation condition. Acoustic noise differs depending on the paper used, printing contents, and the setting values, such as print speed or print...

  • Page 50: External Dimensions And Mass

    • Height: Approximately 203 mm {7.99"} • Width: Approximately 140 mm {5.51"} • Depth: Approximately 148 mm {5.83"} • Mass: Approximately 1.9 kg {4.18 lb} (except for roll paper) TM-L90-i Dedicated AC Adapter Input conditions Input voltage: AC 100V to 240V Frequency: 50/60 Hz Input current (rating): 1.3A...

  • Page 51: Option Specifications

    Chapter 1 Product Overview Option Specifications Wireless LAN Cable Set (OT-WL01) Wireless module ELPAP07: 802. 11b/g/n wireless LAN Module (EPSON) Standard IEEE802.11b/g/n (Wi-Fi certificated) SSID 1 to 32 one-byte alphabet and numbers Connection mode Ad hoc mode, Infrastructure mode Authentic method, Encryption algorithm...

  • Page 53: Setup

    Chapter 2 Setup Setup This chapter describes setup and installation of the product and peripherals, and setup for ePOS-Print. Flow of Setup This chapter consists of the following sections along with the setup flow of the product and peripherals. In this setup flow, necessary items are in a frame with a solid line. Optional items are explained in an frame with a dotted line.
  • Page 54 Setting for Connected Devices (page 87) Registering Web Pages (page 89) Paper Layout Settings (page 92) Setting the Memory Switches (page 96) Handling Cables (page 101)

  • Page 55: Installing The Printer

    Chapter 2 Setup Installing the Printer Although this printer is normally installed and used vertically (with the paper discharged to the front), it can also be installed and used horizontally (with the paper discharged to the top). Horizontal position Vertical position ...

  • Page 56: Control Panel Label For Horizontal Use

    Control panel label for horizontal use When using the printer in the horizontal position, affix the control panel label for horizontal use as shown in the figure. Installing the paper discharge guide If the auto cutter is used to make full cuts with the printer installed horizontally, the paper discharge guide must be installed as shown in the figure.

  • Page 57: Changing The Paper Width

    Chapter 2 Setup Changing the Paper Width This printer is shipped from the factory with the roll paper width set to 80mm. To use roll paper with a width of 38mm to 70mm, install a roll paper spacer using the following procedure. ...
  • Page 58 Press the spacers firmly into the spindle at the bottom surface. Spindle Make sure the roll paper spacers slide smoothly to the left and right. Move the roll paper spacers to the left and right, align them with the position of the roll paper to be used, and fix them into place with the included screws.

  • Page 59: Adjusting The Position Of The Roll Paper Near End Detector

    Chapter 2 Setup Adjusting the position of the roll paper near end detector The position of the roll paper near end detector must be adjusted in the following situations. • When the installation direction of the printer is changed (from vertical to horizontal, or vice- versa) •...

  • Page 60: Adjustment Procedure

    Adjustment procedure Open the roll paper cover. Use a coin or similar object to loosen the adjustment screw on the detector. Push the detection lever all the way to the rear window, and then turn the knob until the detection lever is set in the position shown in the figure below.
  • Page 61 Chapter 2 Setup Move the knob forward/back or up/down, and align the line in the knob with the position shown below. Roll paper diameter for near end Vertical position Horizontal position detection 41 mm Left 36 mm Under (Default) Right Horizontal position Knob Vertical position...

  • Page 62: Setting The Dip Switches

    Setting the DIP Switches You can use the DIP switches to enable/disable the power switch. The initial setting is "Enabled". Setting Procedure Follow the steps below to change the DIP switch settings. Be sure to turn the power off before setting the DIP switch. Make sure the power supply for the printer is turned off.

  • Page 63: Connecting The Cash Drawer

    Connecting the Cash Drawer When using a cash drawer, connect the cash drawer. Use the cash drawer handled by EPSON or your dealer. Connecting the Drawer Kick-out Cable  Specifications of drawers differ depending on makers or models. When you use a drawer other than specified, make sure its specification meets the following conditions....
  • Page 64 Drawer Connection Circuitry Drawer kick-out connector With shielded Drawer kick-out solenoid +24V Control device Drawer open/close switch Printer side User side [Drawer kick-out side]...

  • Page 65: Connecting The Power Supply Unit

    Chapter 2 Setup Connecting the Power Supply Unit Use the TM-L90-i dedicated AC adapter and the AC cable included with the product as the power supply unit.  Be sure to use the included AC adapter as the power supply unit....
  • Page 66 Connect the AC adapter and AC cable. DC 24V DC 5V AC cable TM-T90-i dedicated AC adapter...

  • Page 67: Connecting The Printer To The System

     For more information about how to handle cables, see "Handling Cables" on page 101. For Ethernet Interface Connect the printer to a network by a LAN cable via a hub. Ethernet interface connection diagram 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Serial cable DM-D Modular cable TM-L90-i Cash drawer...
  • Page 68 Connecting the Ethernet interface cable  When LAN cables are installed outdoors, make sure devices without proper surge protection are cushioned by being connected through devices that do have surge protection.  CAUTION Otherwise, the devices can be damaged by lightning. ...

  • Page 69: For Wireless Lan Interface

    Wireless LAN interface connection diagram Access point Modular cable Cash drawer TM-L90-i Connecting the wireless LAN cable set Check whether the following items are included. If any item is damaged, contact your dealer. • Wireless LAN unit • USB extension cable •...
  • Page 70 Connecting the unit directly with the printer Install the wireless LAN unit to a USB connector of the printer. USB connector Using the USB extension cable Attach the included rubber cover to the connector of the USB extension cable into which the wireless LAN unit will be inserted, to prevent the unit from coming off.
  • Page 71 Chapter 2 Setup Connect the USB extension cable to the USB connector of the printer. If you want to fix the wireless LAN unit, cut the included affixing tape to fit and put on the unit, and fix the unit in a place with good communication. Wireless LAN indicator The position of the wireless LAN indicator is shown in the illustration below.

  • Page 72: Network Setting

    IP address via DHCP fails, set "192.168.192.168" as the IP address. When the printer is turned on, the IP address is acquired automatically and then printed. The setting method using EPSON TMNet WebConfig is explained here. For more information about how to use EpsonNet Config, refer to the EpsonNet Config Operations Guide.
  • Page 73 Chapter 2 Setup Connect a PC for setting to the network. Connect the TM-L90-i printer to the network, and turn it on. Print a status sheet. For how to print a status sheet, see "Confirming with a status sheet" on page Set the PC for setting as the same as the setting printed on the status sheet.

  • Page 74: Wireless Lan Setting

    When the printer is set and installed for both of them, only the LAN connection works. Connect a PC for setting to the network. Connect the TM-L90-i printer to the network, and turn it on. Print a status sheet. For how to print a status sheet, see "Confirming with a status sheet"...
  • Page 75 Chapter 2 Setup Select [Configuration], [Wireless], and then [TCP/IP]. The [TCP/IP Setting (Wireless)] screen appears. Configure the printer’s network setting. For details, see "TCP/IP Setting (Wireless)" on page 116. Click [Submit]. Select [Configuration], and then [Wireless]. The [Wireless Setting] screen appears. Configure security settings for the network.
  • Page 76 Security setting Set the following items depending on the network mode. Item Description Network Mode Set the communication mode (Infrastructure/Ad-Hoc). SSID Same value as that for access point. 32 alphanumeric characters at maximum. Ad-Hoc Channel Set when [Ad-Hoc] is selected for [Network Mode]. Selectable from 1 to 11.
  • Page 77 Chapter 2 Setup  Initially, Authentication Method is set to Open System and Security Mode is set to None. To ensure security, be sure to change the set-tings before use.  The following restrictions apply to the characters that can be specified for SSID, WEP keys, and WPA/WPA2 pre-shared keys.

  • Page 78: Confirming Network Setting

    Confirming Network Setting You can confirm the network setting with a status sheet or EPSON TMNet WebConfig. Confirming with a status sheet Make sure the printer is turned on, press the push button at the interface part for approximately 3 seconds. When you release the button, a status sheet on which network parameters are printed will be ejected.
  • Page 79 Item Description General Information Shows the general information. Software Shows the printer’s software version. Model Shows [TM-L90-i]. Time Shows the present time and time difference Wired Shows wired LAN settings. MAC Address Shows the MAC address. Link Speed & Duplex Shows the speed of data link layer.
  • Page 80 Item Description Wireless TCP/IP Shows TCP/IP settings for wireless LAN. Get IP Address Shows the method of getting the IP address. Set using Automatic Private IP Addressing (APIPA) Shows the APIPA setting. IP Address Shows the IP address. Subnet Mask Shows the subnet mask.
  • Page 81 Chapter 2 Setup Item Description When Automatic Update Setting is enabled: Shows the date and time when the web contents (zip file) were created. Date of Installed Web Contents When Automatic Update Setting is disabled: Shows the date and time when the web contents were uploaded.
  • Page 82 Confirming with EPSON TMNet WebConfig Start up a PC for setting. Connect the TM-L90-i printer to the network, and turn it on. Start up the web browser on the PC for setting, and enter the printer’s IP address in the address bar as shown below.

  • Page 83: Initializing The Network Setting

    Chapter 2 Setup Initializing the Network Setting When network connection fails, follow the steps below to initialize the network setting to the default. The TMNet WebConfig password is also initialized. Load the paper on the printer and turn on the printer. Push and hold the push button for 10 seconds or longer.

  • Page 84: Establishment Of Epos-Print System

     For details on ePOS-Print, see ePOS-Print API User’s Manual or ePOS-Print XML User’s Manual.  Regarding the system configuration for ePOS-Print API, the configuration method for the system for registering web applications in TM-L90-i (page 85) is explained in this manual.

  • Page 85: Examples Of System Establishment

    Chapter 2 Setup Examples of System Establishment Depending on where a web application is registered, the following examples of the system establishment are possible. • Registering on the TM-L90-i • Registering on a web server Registering on the TM-L90-i Controllable printers...
  • Page 86 Input terminal TM-L90-i • Web server: The web application is installed. • Input terminal: Executes the web application from a browser (HTML 5 compliant). • TM-L90-i: Receives the print document sent from the web browser, prints receipts, or controls other devices.

  • Page 87: Setting For Connected Devices

    Chapter 2 Setup Setting for Connected Devices Follow the steps below to set for devices controlled by the TM-L90-i printer by using EPSON TMNet WebConfig.  This printer cannot be deleted from a device.  The "device ID" for this printer can be changed.
  • Page 88 Set for the following items, and click [Register]. The information of the registered devices is shown in [Device List]. Item Description Device ID Set an ID for a device to be controlled. Model number Select an model for a device to be controlled. Enter an IP address for a device to be controlled.

  • Page 89: Registering Web Pages

    Chapter 2 Setup Registering Web Pages When you register an application on the TM-L90-i printer, register web contents. Specifications of the file to be registered • Static contents such as HTML files, CSS files, JavaScript files, and image data. • Zip the files to be registered all together. The zip file name is arbitrary.
  • Page 90 • When you access to registered web contents from an input terminal and so on, the URL differs depending on the folder structure in the zip file. ➀ http://[the TM-L90-i printer’s IP address]/index.html ➁ http://[the TM-L90-i printer’s IP address]/webpage/index.html ➀...

  • Page 91: How To Register

    Start up a PC for setting. Connect the TM-L90-i printer to the network, and turn it on. Start up the web browser on the PC for setting, and enter the TM-L90-i printer’s IP address in the address bar. EPSON TMNet WebConfig starts.

  • Page 92: Paper Layout Settings

    Paper Layout Settings To use die-cut labels or receipt paper with black marks with this printer, you must set a paper layout according to the type and dimensions of the paper. Perform automatic settings (page and then set the paper layout. In addition, if a paper layout error occurs, you can dismiss the error and at the same time set a new paper layout.
  • Page 93 Chapter 2 Setup • L3 : (L2+1.5) mm • L4 : (L2*2/5) mm  If L2 is less than 4mm: (L2 x 1/2) • L5 : (L1-L2-3) mm • L6 : 4.7 mm(Fixed) • If the paper width is 78mm or greater: 70mm If the paper width is less than 78mm: (paper width - 8)mm Starting auto setting mode Make sure the power to the printer is off.

  • Page 94: Paper Layout Settings By Dismissing An Error

    Paper layout settings by dismissing an error If paper is loaded that is different from the set paper layout, a paper layout error occurs. (See "Recoverable Errors" on page 25) If memory switch 8-2 is set to OFF, and the following procedure is used to dismiss the paper layout error, the paper layout will be automatically reset according to the paper that is loaded.

  • Page 95: Auto Paper Determination

    Chapter 2 Setup Auto paper determination If no paper layout is registered and paper is loaded into the printer, the printer will attempt to automatically determine the type of paper every time the printer is turned on or the roll paper cover is closed.

  • Page 96: Setting The Memory Switches

    Setting the Memory Switches This printer has memory switches as software switches for making a variety of settings. Memory switches include 1/2/8 and customized values. Memory switch settings are made in memory switch setting mode or with the memory switch setting utility.

  • Page 97: Memory Switch 8

    Chapter 2 Setup Memory Switch 8 Initial Function setting Reserved Receive the Method to recover from the Receive the command or the command paper layout error cover open/close. PAPER LED coming on when an Does not come on Comes on near-end detected S e l e c t i o n o f t h e m a x i m u m le ngth of automatic pa per...
  • Page 98 Selection of the NV graphics memory capacity Since the NV graphics data memory region and the user NV memory region share the same area, the capacity that can be set for the NV graphics memory will vary according to the capacity set for the user NV memory.
  • Page 99 Chapter 2 Setup  Usually, the number of head energizing parts does not need to be changed.  The maximum printing speed is enabled only when a single power split is selected.  If a quarter power split is set, current consumption can be suppressed. Setting the print density Level Guide...
  • Page 100 Setting the print speed Guide Level (maximum printing speed) Level 1 26 mm/s Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 (initial setting) 120 mm/s Level 7 Level 8 Level 9 150 mm/s  Depending on print conditions, such as print duty and print head temperature, print speed is automatically adjusted, which may cause white lines due to intermittent print (the motor sometimes stops).

  • Page 101: Handling Cables

    Chapter 2 Setup Handling Cables Cut one of the three cable outlet locations, and pull out the cable. Pull out cables from multiple cable outlets in the connector cover, according to the number of cables necessary. After installation, make sure the cables are not pinched by the connector cover.

  • Page 103: Application Development Information

    TM-i series WebConfig API User’s Manual See this manual when you use API to set or check the settings for the TM-L90-i. TM-i series PHP Setup Manual See this manual when you establish the environment where you use the PHP function and store data in micro SD cards with the TM-L90-i.

  • Page 104: How To Get Manuals And The Utility

    You can obtain manuals and Utilities from one of the following URLs. For customers in North America, go to the following web site: http://www.epsonexpert.com/ and follow the on-screen instructions. For customers in other countries, go to the following web site: https://download.epson-biz.com/?service=pos...

  • Page 105: Epson Tmnet Webconfig

     A user name and a password will be required on the authentication screen. Enter “epson” for both the user name and the password. You can change the password on the [Password Setting] screen (see "Password Setting"...

  • Page 106: General Information

    General Information You can check the general information of the TM-L90-i. Item Description Administrator Name Shows the administrator name. Location/Person Shows the user name Software Version Shows the software version of the TM-L90-i. Printer Serial Number Shows the serial number of the TM-L90-i.
  • Page 107 Chapter 3 Application Development Information Item Description Wireless MAC Address Shows the MAC address for wireless LAN. Hardware Version Shows the hardware version for wireless LAN. Software Version Shows the software version for wireless LAN. Communication Standard Shows the communication standard. Network Mode Shows the communication mode.

  • Page 108: Tcp/Ip Information (Wired)

    TCP/IP Information (Wired) You can check the TCP/IP setting for a wired LAN. Item Description Get IP Address Shows the method of getting the IP address. Set using Automatic Private IP Addressing Shows the APIPA setting. (APIPA) IP Address Shows the IP address when [Get IP Address] is set to [Manual].

  • Page 109: Tcp/Ip Information (Wireless)

    Chapter 3 Application Development Information TCP/IP Information (Wireless) You can check the TCP/IP setting for a wireless LAN when the optional wireless LAN cable set (OT-WL01) is used. Item Description Get IP Address Shows the method of getting the IP address. Set using Automatic Private IP Addressing Shows the APIPA setting.

  • Page 110: Web Contents Update Information

    Web Contents Update Information You can check the update setting for web contents. Item Description Automatic Update Schedule Shows the automatic update setting for installing Update web contents. File URL Shows the URL for the file to update automatically. Proxy URL and Port Number Shows the URL and port number for the proxy server to use.

  • Page 111: Time Information

    Chapter 3 Application Development Information Time Information You can check the time setting. Item Description Time Shows the present time. Use Time Server Shows whether time server is used for time setting. Get Time Server Shows the method of getting time server. Time Server Shows the IP address or host name of the time server.

  • Page 112: Wired Setting

    Wired Setting You can make settings for a wired LAN network. Item Description Link Speed & Duplex Sets the speed of data link layer. Submit Submits the setting to the TM-L90-i.

  • Page 113: Tcp/Ip Setting (Wired)

    Sets the method of getting the address of the DNS Automatically server. DNS Server Address Sets the addresses of the DNS server in order of usage when [Acquire DNS Server Address Automatically] is set to [Disable]. Submit Submits settings to the TM-L90-i.

  • Page 114: Wireless Setting

    Wireless Setting You can make settings for a wireless LAN network when the optional wireless LAN cable set (OT-WL01) is used. Item Description Network Mode Sets the communication mode. SSID Sets the SSID. Ad-Hoc Channel Sets the ad-hoc channel. (Available only in the ad-hoc mode) Communication Standard Sets the communication standard.
  • Page 115 WPA/WPA2 Pre-Shared Key Sets the network key. Submit Submits settings to the TM-L90-i.  Initially, Authentication Method is set to Open System and Security Mode is set to None . To ensure security, be sure to change the settings before use.

  • Page 116: Tcp/Ip Setting (Wireless)

    Sets the method of getting the address of the DNS Automatically server. DNS Server Address Sets the addresses of the DNS server in order of usage when [Acquire DNS Server Address Automatically] is set to [Disable]. Submit Submits settings to the TM-L90-i.

  • Page 117: Device Settings

    Chapter 3 Application Development Information Device Settings You can set devices controlled by the TM-L90-i or check their operation.  This printer cannot be deleted from a device.  The "device ID" for this printer can be changed. Item Description...

  • Page 118: Web Contents Update Settings

    Web Contents Update Settings You can set how to install and update web contents to register on the TM-L90-i or update them. See also "Registering Web Pages" on page Item Description Automatic Automatic Update Sets the method of installing web contents.
  • Page 119 Sets the URL and port number for the proxy server to use. Submit Submits settings to the TM-T70-i. Web Contents Web Contents Archive File Specifies the web contents to install. Manual Update (*.zip) Upload Registers the specified web contents on the TM-L90-i.

  • Page 120: Server Direct Print Setting

    Server Direct Print Setting You can set server direct print for the TM-L90-i. Item Description Server Direct Print Sets whether to use the Server Direct Print function or not. Select [Enable] or [disable]. Sets the web server ID when [Server Direct Print] is set to [Enable].

  • Page 121: Status Notification Setting

    Chapter 3 Application Development Information Status Notification Setting You can set Status Notification for the TM-L90-i. Item Description Status Notification Sets whether to use the Status Notification function or not. Select [Enable] or [disable]. Sets the web server ID when [Status Notification] is set to [Enable].

  • Page 122: Administrator Setting

    Administrator Setting You can set the information for the administrator of the TM-L90-i. Item Description Administrator Name Sets the name of the administrator of the TM-L90-i. Location/Person Sets the location where the TM-L90-i is installed. Submit Submits settings to the TM-L90-i.

  • Page 123: Time Setting

    Chapter 3 Application Development Information Time Setting You can set the time for the TM-L90-i. Item Description Time Sets the time. Clicking [Get Time] shows the present time. Time Zone (Hour) Sets the time zone. Time Server Use Time Server...

  • Page 124: Password Setting

    Submits settings to the TM-L90-i. A user name and a password will be required on the authentication screen when you start up this utility and when you change settings. Enter “epson” for the user name and the password you set for the password.

  • Page 125: Reset

    Resets the network interface, and reboots wired LAN and wireless LAN functions after applying the changes made in the settings window. Factory Default Returns settings of the TM-L90-i to default ones. All settings are initialized, except for the internal clock.

  • Page 126: Settings Confirmation Mode

    Settings Confirmation Mode In addition to normal printing mode, there is also a self test mode and hexadecimal dump mode to check the various printer settings. Self-test Mode In self test mode, you can print the printer status and a rolling printout of installed characters. When printing the printer status, you can check the following items.

  • Page 127: Hexadecimal Dumping Mode

    Chapter 3 Application Development Information Hexadecimal Dumping Mode In the hexadecimal dumping mode, the printer prints the data transmitted from a host computer in hexadecimal numbers and their corresponding characters. Starting Hexadecimal Dump Mode Follow the steps below to run this mode. ...

  • Page 128: Memory Switch Setting Mode

    Memory Switch Setting Mode You can configure the memory switches (customized values) of the printer. • Enabling/Disabling the Auto Cutter • Reception buffer capacity • Handling data when a reception error occurs • BUSY conditions • Interface reset signal • Paper width •...
  • Page 129 Chapter 3 Application Development Information When the ERROR LED comes on, goes out, and then comes on again, release the FEED button. Press the FEED button 2 times, and then close the roll paper cover. The setting items and operation method guidance are printed. Perform the operations indicated in the guidance information.

  • Page 131: Handling

    Chapter 4 Handling Handling This chapter describes basic handling of the printer. Installing and Replacing Roll Paper  Do not open the roll paper cover during printing. The printer may be damaged.  Do not touch the manual cutter with your hands when installing or replacing the WARNING roll paper....
  • Page 132 Install the roll paper in the correct direction. Vertical position Horizontal position Pull the edge of the roll paper out slightly along the guide, and then close the roll paper cover. Vertical position Horizontal position...
  • Page 133 Chapter 4 Handling Press down on the center of the roll paper cover to firmly close the cover. Tear off the roll paper with the manual cutter.

  • Page 134: Removing Jammed Paper

    Removing Jammed Paper When a paper jam occurs, never pull out the paper forcibly. Open the roll paper cover and remove the jammed paper. Do not touch the thermal head (See "Cleaning the Thermal Head" on page 136.) because it can be very hot after printing. CAUTION Turn off the printer.
  • Page 135 Chapter 4 Handling Turn the knob until you see a triangle in the opening. The auto cutter blade returns to its standard position, and the roll paper cover can now be opened.

  • Page 136: Cleaning The Thermal Head

    Cleaning the Thermal Head Epson recommends cleaning the thermal head periodically (generally every 3 months) to maintain receipt print quality.  After printing, the thermal head can be very hot. Do not touch it and let it cool before you clean it.

  • Page 137: Connecting To External Devices

    Chapter 4 Handling Connecting to External Devices Follow the steps below to connect external devices to the interface section.  When connecting external devices to the USB (including Micro-USB) connectors, follow the precautions below.  Confirm the rated current of the external devices by checking the descriptions CAUTION on the devices or manuals.

  • Page 138: Preparing For Transport

    Preparing for Transport Follow the steps below to transport the printer. Turn off the printer. Make sure the POWER LED is off. Remove the power supply connector. Remove the roll paper. Pack the printer upright.

  • Page 139: Appendix

    Appendix Appendix Character Code Tables  The character code tables show only character configurations. They do not show the actual print pattern.  “SP” in the table shows a space. Common to All Pages When International character set (See "International Character Sets" on page 151.) is USA: "...

  • Page 140: Pc437: Usa, Standard Europe]

    Page 0 [PC437: USA, Standard Europe] Ç É á ░ └ ╨ α ≡ í ü æ ▒ ┴ ╤ β ± Γ é Æ ó ▓ ┬ ╥ ≥ â ô ú │ ├ ╙ π ≤ ä ö ñ...

  • Page 141: Katakana)

    Appendix Page 1 (Katakana)

  • Page 142: Pc850: Multilingual)

    Page 2 (PC850: Multilingual)

  • Page 143: Pc860: Portuguese)

    Appendix Page 3 (PC860: Portuguese)

  • Page 144: Pc863: Canadian-French)

    Page 4 (PC863: Canadian-French)

  • Page 145: Pc865: Nordic)

    Appendix Page 5 (PC865: Nordic)

  • Page 146: Wpc1252)

    Page 16 (WPC1252)

  • Page 147: Pc866: Cyrillic #2)

    Appendix Page 17 (PC866: Cyrillic #2)

  • Page 148: Pc852: Latin2)

    Page 18 (PC852: Latin2)

  • Page 149: Pc858: Euro)

    Appendix Page 19 (PC858: Euro)

  • Page 150: User-Defined Page)

    Page 255 (User-Defined Page)

  • Page 151: International Character Sets

    Appendix International Character Sets...

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