Serial Interface Settings Note: The printer interface settings are set at the factory for communication with KEP Flow Computers. This provides a "plug-and-play" scenario in which neither the printer nor flow computer serial interface settings need to be set in order for them to communicate.
Important Safety Information This section presents important information intended to ensure safe and effective use of this product. Read this section carefully and store it in an accessible location. Key to Symbols The symbols in this manual are identified by their level of importance, as defined below.
CAUTION: Do not connect cables in ways other than those mentioned in this manual. Different connections may cause equipment damage and burning. Be sure to set this equipment on a firm, stable, horizontal surface. Product may break or cause injury if it falls. Do not use in locations subject to high humidity or dust levels.
*Multilingual means the printer model that can print any one of the following: Japanese Kanji, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Thai characters, or Korean characters. Purpose of This Manual This manual provides information to operators of the P220 to describe basic operations to enable safe and correct use of the printer. Restriction of Use...
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Unpacking The following items are included for the standard specification printer. If any item is damaged, contact your dealer. ❏ Printer ❏ Roll paper ❏ Exclusive ribbon cassette [ERC-38] ❏ AC adapter (May not be included with the printer.) Control Panel (LEDs and Buttons) See illustration LEDs POWER (POWER)
Power Supply Switch and Power Supply Switch Cover The power supply switch is on the front of the printer. Press the power supply switch to turn on the printer. Power Supply Switch Cover You can use the enclosed power supply switch cover to make sure that the power supply switch is not accidentally pressed.
Inserting and Replacing the Ribbon Cassette CAUTION: The print head becomes very hot during printing. Allow it to cool before you replace the ribbon cassette. CAUTION: Never turn the ribbon cassette’s feed knob in the opposite direction of the arrow marked on the cassette;...
Inserting Roll Paper CAUTION: Be sure to use roll paper that meets the specifications. Be sure not to touch the manual cutter. Otherwise your fingers might be injured. 1. Using scissors, cut the leading edge of the roll paper, as shown in illustra- tion 2.
Replacing Roll Paper 1. Open the roll paper cover by using the tab, as shown in illustration 2. Remove the used roll paper core. 3. Insert new roll paper. See the section “Inserting Roll Paper”. – Page 12 –...
The power supply unit that can be used with the The power supply unit that can be used with the P220 alphanumeric model P220 multilingual* model “AC adapter, C” (packed with the alphanumeric model) “PS-180” (packed with the multilingual* model) or “PS-180”...
P2CA25MFLL6 = 6’ Serial Cable for MS716 or any Flow Computer with RS232 terminal block P220PR-1P = Paper Roll for P220 Printer; Single-ply Impact 3" width x 165' length, Single roll. P220PR-2P = Paper Roll for P220 Printer; Two-ply Impact, 3"...
Appendix A How to Install the Printer on a Wall with the P220WMB P220WMB is a option for the P220 printer, with it you can install a P220 on a wall. This section describes how to install wall hanging P220.
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A.1.3 Installation Before installation, be sure that the printer and all equipment connected to the printer is turned off. Detach all cables from the body of the printer. A.1.3.1 Installing the wall-mount CAUTION: The weight of the printer is approx. 2.3 kg. In order to insure that the wall-mount can properly support the weight of the printer, please secure it with screws appropriate to the type of wall the wall-mount is installed on.
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2. Loosen the detector adjustment screw a little bit by using a tool such as a coin and then loosen the screw gently by hand as until it stops. It must not be removed completely. detector ad- justment screw 3. Remove the two screws of the roll paper guide. roll paper guide For a model that does not have a roll-paper near-end detector , jump to step 6.
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roll paper roll paper holder guide 76 mm 70 mm 58 mm 7. Align the hole on the roll paper holder for hanging bracket with the dowel on the roll paper guide. (For a model that needs a change of paper width, the hole to be used will be different to match your roll paper width.) Putting the screw (3×6) in the hole on the roll paper holder for hanging bracket makes it easier for you to tighten the screw in the next step.
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9. Tighten the screw (3×10) to fix the roll paper holder for hanging bracket and the roll paper holder. 10. Check that the brake arm is up as shown in the illustration below. brake arm CAUTION: Do not move the brake arm until the roll paper holder for hanging bracket is attached onto the base frame.
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12. While you make sure the pin of the brake arm is in the groove on the inner side of the cam, rotate the cam along with the surface of the platen frame in the direction indicated by the arrow until it clicks into position. pin of brake arm 13.
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14. Turn the printer over and then put it on a packing box as a platform horizontally. Fold this part inside and in- sert it into holes to assemble the package. 15. See the “Installing the Brackets” section for attaching the brackets. Removing the cam While you push the cam through the hole on the platen frame with a pointed tool such as tweezers, rotate the cam in the upper direction to remove it.
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When mounting the printer, make sure that the wall-mount is securely fastened to the wall. When the brackets are attached properly for the P220, the printer’s operation panel will be on the top and the connector side on the bottom. If this is not the case, please see the installing the brackets section and reattach the brackets in the proper position.
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