Citizen iDP3540 Series User Manual
Citizen iDP3540 Series User Manual

Citizen iDP3540 Series User Manual

Citizen systems idp-3540: user guide
Hide thumbs Also See for iDP3540 Series:
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

DOT MATRIX PRINTER
iDP3540/3541
MODEL

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the iDP3540 Series and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Summary of Contents for Citizen iDP3540 Series

  • Page 1 DOT MATRIX PRINTER iDP3540/3541 MODEL...
  • Page 2 Box 7146 S-250 07 Helsingborg Sweden This declaration is applied only for 230V model. CITIZEN : Japan CBM Corporation : CBM Bldg., 5-68-10, Nakano, Nakano-ku, Tokyo, 164-0001, Japan Dot Matrix Printer iDP3540, 3541 Series (iDP3540R, iDP3540P, iDP3541R, iDP3541P) (S.No. 0090001 ~ : EN60950 : A4:1997...
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS * Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference. * Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. * Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
  • Page 4 iDP3540/3541 User's Manual IMPORTANT: This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio communications. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    5.2 External appearance and parts names Model : iDP3541...7 5.3 Parts Descriptions...8 6. Preparation ... 9 6.1 Setting / Removing the Printer Cover ...9 6.2 Opening and Closing the Cutter Unit (iDP3541) ...9 6.3 The Ribbon Cassette Installation ...10 6.4 Loading and Changing the Paper ...11 6.4.1 Using Paper Roll (iDP3540F, 3541)...11...
  • Page 6 16. Character Code Tables ... 40 17. External Dimensions ... 42 17.1 Model : iDP3540...42 17.2 Model : iDP3541...43 ATTENTION : Please RESET the printer to clear the input buffer before getting started.(Ref. to Chapter 7.2) CITIZEN iDP3540/3541 User's Manual...
  • Page 7: Introduction

    1. Introduction The iDP3540’s are dot impact printer which can be utilized for a wide range of applications, such as data communications terminals, P.O.S. terminals and kitchen printers. High speed performance is made possible by a bi-directional printing system and, since this printer is compact, lightweight and equipped with an abundance of functions, they can be easily employed for a variety of different tasks.
  • Page 8: Basic Specifications

    2. Basic Specifications 2.1 Type classifications Printer types are classified according to the system shown below. iDP3540 iDP3541 iDP3540 Model iDP3540 iDP3541: With Auto Cutter Paper feed system F: Friction feed P: Pin feed Column capacity 23: 23 Columns / 230 dots (DP-610)
  • Page 9: Specifications

    3-1. General Specifications Item 1 Print Method Bidirectional serial dot impact method 2 Character 7 × 7 dots (incl. Half-dot) composition Character Printer 3 number per line Printer 4 Print speed Printer 5 Character size 6 Line pitch Character type: 4.23 mm (1/6 inch.)
  • Page 10 iDP3540/3541 User's Manual *1 Input buffer can be selected by setting the DIP switch. *2 However, when the input buffer is set for two lines, back-up of graphic data is not possible. *3 Single color cassette ribbon is available as option. Black print: IR-61B Purple print: IR-61P CITIZEN...
  • Page 11: Block Diagram

    iDP3540/3541 User's Manual 4. Block Diagram CITIZEN...
  • Page 12: External Appearance And Parts Description

    iDP3540/3541 User's Manual 5. External Appearance and Parts Description 5.1 External appearance and parts names Model : iDP3540 CITIZEN...
  • Page 13: External Appearance And Parts Names Model : Idp3541

    iDP3540/3541 User's Manual 5.2 External appearance and parts names Model : iDP3541 CITIZEN...
  • Page 14: Parts Descriptions

    This lights up when the power switch is “ON” and goes out when turning “OFF”. This lights up when the printer is in SELECT state (ON-LINE) and goes out when in DESELECT state (OFF-LINE). The printer can print out the data only when this lamp is on.
  • Page 15: Preparation

    User's Manual 6. Preparation 6.1 Setting / Removing the Printer Cover Setting and removing the printer cover as shown in Fig. 1, 2. Fig. 1 Fig. 2 6.2 Opening and Closing the Cutter Unit (iDP3541) 1) To open the unit, grasp two levers and lift upward.
  • Page 16: The Ribbon Cassette Installation

    6.3 The Ribbon Cassette Installation For setting the ribbon, disconnect the power source beforehand. When the printing has been continued for many hours, be careful not to touch the printer head as it might be hot. 1) Remove the printer cover 2) While inserting the ribbon into the space between the print head and the ribbon guide, press the cassette into the holder unit it clicks into place.
  • Page 17: Loading And Changing The Paper

    3) Turn on the power switch and feed the paper by pushing the LF switch. 4) When the printing paper comes out of the clearance (paper cutter part) on the printer cover, fix the paper by means of paper holder, then set in on the main unit.
  • Page 18: Using Fan-Fold Paper (Idp3540P)

    Hook some of the paper’s perforations on the sprockets and forward the paper into the printer mechanism by pulling and turning the paper-feed knob until the paper’s tip reaches the platen.
  • Page 19: Self Test Printing

    Note: The input buffer back-up function may not operate properly if the related capacitor is not sufficiently charged. This may be the case if the printer has not been operated for a long period of time. After the printer power switch has been turned on for 10 minutes, the buffer back-up should be effective for approximately 24 hours or more.
  • Page 20: Parallel Interface

    Compatible Connector : 8.2 Connector Pin Assignment Pin No. CITIZEN 8 bit parallel (DATA 1~8) ACK, BUSY, STB, FAULT, PE, RESET Printer side : 57LE-40360 (AMPHENOL or equivalent) Cable side : 57-30360 (AMPHENOL or equivalent) Signal Name Pin No.
  • Page 21: Description Of Input / Output Signals

    New data should be input when this signal is “LOW”. (Positive logic) * FAULT : When your printer is in an alarm state, this signal is “LOW”. At this time, all control circuits of your printer are interrupted. (Negative logic)
  • Page 22: Electrical Characteristics

    “HIGH” level …. “LOW” Level …. Input / Output Conditions All of the input signals are pulled up by 3.3K ohms. [Printer Side] 7406 or equivalent All of the output signals are pulled up by 3.3K ohms. 7406 or equivalent CITIZEN 2.0V Min.
  • Page 23: Timing Chart

    8.3.3 Timing Chart Data Input and Print Timing 8.3.4 Data Receiving Control Your printer is able to receive data sent from the host side when the BUSY signal is LOW, but unable to receive when the BUSY signal is HIGH. 8.3.5 Buffering 1) N Type Your printer is provided with a two line input buffer.
  • Page 24: Serial Interface

    9. Serial Interface 9.1 Specifications Synchronism Baud rate : RS-232C type : 110, 150, 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600BPS (Selected by user) Current Loop Type: 110, 150, 300, 600, 1200BPS (Selected by user) Composition of one word : Start bit : 1 bit Data bit : 7 or 8 bit (Selected by user)
  • Page 25: Connector Pin Assignment

    9.2 Connector Pin Assignment Signal Return Signal Direction Signal Name Host / Printer FAULT RESET Notes: [1] The signals for RS-232C use are based on EIA RS-232C level. [2] The loop current for Current Loop signal use should be restricted within the rage of 10 to 20 mA.
  • Page 26: Description Of Input / Output Signals

    ONLINE and during reset. FAULT: When there is a problem in the printer mechanism the FAULT signal will be issued, and all control circuits will be interrupted. To RESET this signal, first correct the cause of trouble in the printer mechanism.
  • Page 27: Data Composition

    When an overrun error is detected, the data is converted into (7FH). Other errors When trouble is detected in the printer mechanism, the SEL / ALARM lamp goes on, the buzzer is sounded, the FAULT signal is output, and the DTR signal becomes BUSY. After the cause of the trouble has been corrected, the SEL / ALARM lamp can be turned off by pressing the SEL switch or by making RESET = “0”.
  • Page 28: Data Receiving Control

    User's Manual 9.3.4 Data Receiving Control When the BUSY signal is LOW, your printer receives data from the host side, but when this signal is HIGH, it cannot receive data. 9.3.5 Buffering Data transfer to the input buffer is controlled by the DTR and TD signals.
  • Page 29: Electrical Characteristics

    9.3.6 Electrical Characteristics RS-232C Circuit Input (RD) [Printer Side] MAX232 or equivalent Output (DTR, TD, FAULT) [Printer Side] MAX232 or equivalent (-8V): BUSY (+8V): READY FAULT (-8V): Normal (+8V): Abnormal TTL Circuit Output (PE) [Printer Side] 7406 or equivalent Input (RESET)
  • Page 30 Current Loop Circuit Input (RD) [Printer Side] Output (DTR, TD) [Printer Side] *DTR Current ON : READY Current OFF : BUSY Mark : Current ON Space : Current OFF CITIZEN [Host Side] Mark = Current ON Space = Current OFF...
  • Page 31: External Output

    10. External Output [Printer Side] Remarks : The solenoid for drawer should be more than 36 Ohms. Connector Printer side : 5045-04A (Molex) Cable side : 5209-04 (Molex) CITIZEN iDP3540/3541 User's Manual [Host Side]...
  • Page 32: Function Selection

    4 Input buffer 5 Character direction 6 CR cord 7 Mode 8 SEL / DESEL at "power on " Note: *1) Setting is variable, depending on the type of printer. FRANCE GERMANY ENGLAND 11.2 Setting DIP Switch DS2 Serial interface only Function...
  • Page 33: Slide Switch Setting (Serial Interface Specifications Only)

    The side labeled “RS” is for RS-232C and the side labeled “CL” is for 20mA current loop. The switch is set at the factor for RS-232C. 11.4 Dip-Switch Location Power off and remove the printer cover before setting the Dip-Switches. Notes: DS2 is mounted for Serial type and RS-422A type only. CITIZEN...
  • Page 34: Print Control Functions

    12. Print Control Functions 12.1 Control Codes Function code FF + n ESC + P + 0 ESC + P + 1 ESC + - + n ESC + * + n1 + n2 1B, 2A, n1, n2 ESC + 1 ESC + 2 ESC + C + n ESC + f + 1...
  • Page 35: Input Data Formats

    12.2 Input Data Formats 12.2.1 Paper feed command for “n” lines 1st byte 2nd byte When the number of lines to be fed (2nd byte) is written-in following the paper feed command (1st byte), the paper will be fed by the number of lines specified. The number of lines to be fed can be specified from n = 1 to 127.
  • Page 36: Paper Feed Command

    12.2.4 Paper feed command When there is data in the internal print buffer, line feed will be carried out after printing is completed. When the buffer is empty, line feed only will be carried out. 12.2.5 Print command By means of this command, printing will be carried out. In order to accommodate the print data output formats of various computers, the CR function is selectable.
  • Page 37: Initial Set Command

    12.2.8 Initial Set Command The controller is initialized by this command and the following conditions are established. * Internal input buffer cleared * Normal character mode selected * Black color print mode selected * Skip designation cancelled * Page length set to 66 lines * Line feed pitch set to 2/9 inch (graphic type only) 12.2.9 Inverted character command This command specifies inverted characters.
  • Page 38: Underline Command

    12.2.11 Underline Command 1st byte 2nd byte 3rd byte When n = 1, the underline mode is set, and when n = 0, it is cancelled. 12.2.12 Graphic Command (Graphic Type Only) 1st byte 2nd byte 3rd byte 4th byte CITIZEN iDP3540/3541 User's Manual ESC (1B) H...
  • Page 39: 1/9 Inch Line Feed Pitch Set Command (Graphic Type)

    Bit image mode printing is performed by this command. (n2 is the equotient when divided by 256, and n1 is the remainder.) When data is received only for numbers specified by n1 and n2, printing and line feed are carried out automatically, and the bit image mode is cancelled. However, since “half-dots”...
  • Page 40: Page Length Set Command

    12.2.15 Page Length Set Command 1st byte 2nd byte 3rd byte The length of one page is set to “n” lines by this command. (1 n 127) 12.2.16 From Feed Command 1st byte 2nd byte 3rd byte The input of this command feeds the paper to the top of the next page, after printing the data contained in the print buffer.
  • Page 41: Skip Perforation Cancel Command

    12.2.18 Skip Perforation Cancel Command byte byte This command cancels the skip perforation function. 12.2.19 Full Cut Command (iDP3541 Only) 1st byte 2nd byte 3rd byte A full cut the paper is performed by this command (one connecting point remaining). 12.2.20 Partial Cut Command (iDP3541 Only) 1st byte 2nd byte...
  • Page 42: Drive Pulse Duration Setting Command For The First Drawer

    12.2.21 Drive Pulse Duration Setting Command For the First Drawer 1st byte 2nd byte 3rd byte 4th byte This command adjusts the drive pulse duration for the first drawer. Pulse duration = 10 n1 (ms) Delay = 10 n2 (ms) 1 n1 127 default n1 = 20 1 n2 127 default n2 = 20 CITIZEN...
  • Page 43: First Drawer Drive Command

    This command generates a drive pulse for first drawer based on the condition of drive pulse duration setting command. This command is performed when the printer receiver it. 12.2.24 Second Drawer Derive Command This command generates a drive pulse for second drawer. And drive pulse duration is fixed at 200 ms ON + 200 ms OFF.
  • Page 44: Initial Setting

    User's Manual 13. Initial Setting Followings are automatically set after Power-on. (1) Printer head returns to its start position. (2) SELECT (ON-LINE) or DESELECT (OFF-LINE) status may be chosen by the Dip Switches for Pre-Setting. (3) Print buffer is cleared.
  • Page 45: Maintenance

    2) Replace ribbon cassette before it is worn with rents. 3) Be careful not to drop any foreign matters, such as paper clips, pin and the like into your printer. Those can cause mechanical trouble.
  • Page 46: Character Code Tables

    16. Character Code Tables International Character Codes The following codes are set as space characters. 20H, 80H-9FH, E0H-FFH CITIZEN iDP3540/3541 User's Manual...
  • Page 47 iDP3540/3541 User's Manual Individual Country Character Codes CITIZEN...
  • Page 48: External Dimensions

    iDP3540/3541 User's Manual 17. External Dimensions 17.1 Model : iDP3540 CITIZEN...
  • Page 49: Model : Idp3541

    iDP3540/3541 User's Manual 17.2 Model : iDP3541 CITIZEN...
  • Page 50 Information Systems Division Head Office CBM Bldg., 5-68-10, Nakano, Nakano-ku, Tokyo 164-0001, Japan Tel: (+81-3) 5345-7540 Fax: (+81-3) 5345-7541 70902152 36-20000120-2000-0094-004-025.5 Printed in Japan...

This manual is also suitable for:

Idp3541 series3541Idp3540rIdp3540pIdp3541rIdp3541p

Table of Contents