Epson TM-U295, TM-U295P Manual

Also See for TM-U295:

Operator's manual (74 pages)

User manual (45 pages)

Manual (130 pages)

Table of Contents

Contents

1 Printer Parts
2 DIP Switch Tables
3 TM-U295/U295P Specifications
4 Restriction of Use
5 Downloading Drivers, Utilities
6 Unpacking
7 Control Panel
8 Removing the Transportation Damper
9 Installing a Ribbon
10 Inserting Paper
11 Troubleshooting
- 11.1 No lights on the control panel
- 11.2 The RELEASE light is flashing, and nothing is printed
12 Safety Precautions
13 Safety Label
14 Documents / Resources
- 14.1 References
- 14.2 Download manual

Epson TM-U295, TM-U295P Manual

Printer Parts

DIP Switch Tables

Serial interface

SW	Function	ON	OFF
1	Data receive error	Ignored	Prints "?"
2	Receive buffer	35 bytes	512 bytes
3	Handshaking	XON/XOFF	DTR/DSR
4	Data word length	7 bits	8 bits
5	Parity check	Yes	No
6	Parity selection	Even	Odd
7, 8	Transmission speed (See Serial transmision speed table.)
9	Pin 6 reset	Used	Not used
10	Pin 25 reset	Used	Not used

Serial transmission speed

8	7	Transmission speed
ON	ON	1200 bps
ON	OFF	2400 bps
OFF	ON	4800 bps
OFF	OFF	9600 bps

Parallel interface

SW	Function	ON	OFF
1	Auto line feed	Enabled	Disabled
2	Receive buffer	35 bytes	512 bytes
3~9	Undefined	—	—
10	Internal use	Fixed to ON

TM-U295/U295P Specifications

Printing method	Impact dot matrix, 7-pin shuttle type
Printing direction	Unidirectional
Characters per line (default)	5 x 7 font: 35; 7 x 7 font: 42
Character matrix	5 x 7 with 1-dot spacing (normal dots) 7 x 7 with 3-dot spacing (half dots)
Character size	5 x 7 font: 1.6 x 2.9 mm {0.063 x 0.114"} 7 x 7 font: 1.3 x 2.9 mm {0.051 x 0.114"}
Number of characters	Alphanumeric characters: 95; International characters: 32 Extended graphics: 128 x 4
Print speed	1.9 to 2.3/lines/sec. (both 5 x 7 and 7 x 7 fonts)
Paper feed speed	Approx. 12.5 lines/second (52.9 mm/second {2.1"/second})
Line spacing (default)	4.23 mm {1/6"}
Paper types	Normal, pressure-sensitive, and carbon-copy
Paper size	80 x 69 mm {3.15 x 2.72"} (W x L) to x 182 x 257 mm {7.17 x 10.12"} (W x L)
Total thickness	Single-ply: 0.09 to 0.25 mm {0.0035 to 0.0098"} Copy paper: 0.09 to 0.35 mm {0.0035 to 0.0138"}
Number of copies	Original + 1 or 2 copies at 5 to 40°C {41 to 104°F}
Ribbon cassette	ERC-27
Interface (compatible)	RS-232 serial or IEEE 1284 parallel
Receive buffer	512 bytes or 35 bytes
DKD Function	2 drives
*Power supply^1**	+ 24 VDC ± 10%
Current consumption (at 24V)	Operating: Mean: Approx. 600 mA Peak: Approx. 5.5 A Standby: Approx 100 mA
Life	Mechanism:	3,000,000 lines
	Print head:	150 million characters (at 2 dots/wire per character)
	Ribbon:	1.5 million characters (using a 5  7 font)
MTBF	180,000 hours
MCBF	7,000,000 lines
Temperature	Operating: 5 to 40°C {41 to 104°F} Storage: –10 to 50°C {14 to 122°F}, except ribbon and paper
Humidity	Operating: 30 to 85% RH Storage: 30 to 90% RH, except ribbon and paper
Overall dimensions	101.5 x 180 x 190.5 mm {4.0 x 7.09 x 7.5"} (H x W x D)
Weight (mass)	Approximately 1.6 kg {3.52 lb}

*1: Be sure to use a safety-standards-applied power source that meets the following specifications. Rated output: 24 V/2.0 A or more, Maximum output: 240 VA or less

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. Because this product was not intended for use in applications requiring extremely high reliability/safety, such as aerospace equipment, main communication equipment, nuclear power control equipment, or medical equipment related to direct medical care, etc., please make your own judgment on this product's suitability after a full evaluation.

Downloading Drivers, Utilities

Drivers, utilities can be 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: http://download.epson-biz.com/?service=pos

Unpacking

The following items are included with the standard specification printer. If any item is damaged, contact your dealer.

Printer
Damper
Ribbon cassette
User's Manual (this manual)

Control Panel

RELEASE button
Press this button to insert or remove paper.

REVERSE button
Feeds paper backward.

FORWARD button
Feeds paper forward.

POWER LED
ON when the printer is on.

RELEASE LED
ON when the printer is in release mode (to insert or remove paper).
OFF when the printer is in clamp mode (to hold paper).
FLASHES to indicate an error.

PAPER OUT LED
ON when paper is not inserted or is not inserted correctly.

Removing the Transportation Damper

The printer is protected during shipping by a transportation damper that you must remove before you turn on the printer.
Pull the damper out and remove the strip of tape from the top of the printer, as shown in illustration 1.

Note:
Prepare the printer to ship or store with these steps: turn on the printer, press the RELEASEbutton, press the FORWARDbutton, turn off the printer, and reinstall the transportation damper.

Installing a Ribbon

Use the Epson ERC-27 ribbon cassette. The use of any ribbon cassettes other than those approved by Epson may damage the printer and will void the warranty.

Turn the printer on using the power switch on the left side.
Press the RELEASE button (the RELEASE LED lights). This puts the printer in the paper release mode.
Turn the printer off.

Perform the steps above to make sure the printer is in the paper release mode before you install or remove a ribbon cassette.
Open the printer cover by first pressing the ridges on the top to the left slightly and then pulling the cover forward, as shown in illustration 2.
If there is a used ribbon, remove it by grasping the handle and pull it straight out, as shown by the arrow in illustration 3.
Before installing the new ribbon, check that it is not creased or twisted. Then turn the feed knob in the direction of the arrow on the ribbon cassette to take up any slack in the ribbon.
Carefully insert the ribbon cassette in the printer as shown in illustration 4. Notice exactly where the ribbon must go.
Push firmly on the right side and then the left side of the ribbon cartridge until each side clicks into place.
To put the cover back on the printer, first align the left side of the cover; then insert the tab on the top; then press the bottom until it clicks into place (see illustration 2).

Inserting Paper

Note:
Do not use wrinkled or curled paper. Be sure to use roll paper that meets the specifications.

Make sure a ribbon cassette is installed in the printer.
Turn on the printer. The POWER light comes on.
Press the RELEASE button. The RELEASE light comes on to show that the printer is in release mode. In this mode, paper can be inserted and removed.
Insert the paper from either the front or the side, as shown in illustration 5, until the form stopper stops it. Use the markings on the side of the printer to judge how far to insert paper.
Check the PAPER OUT light.

When you insert the paper correctly, the PAPER OUT light goes out. If the PAPER OUT light is still on, remove the paper and reinsert it.

Troubleshooting

No lights on the control panel

Check that power supply cables are plugged into the printer correctly, the power unit, and power outlet.
Make sure power is supplied to the power outlet. If the outlet is controlled by a switch or timer, use another outlet.

The PAPER OUT light is on, and nothing is printing
Paper is not inserted or is not inserted correctly.

The RELEASE light is flashing, and nothing is printed

Indicates an error. Turn off the printer, be sure no paper is jammed, and turn it back on. If the RELEASE light still flashes, contact a qualified service person.

Safety Precautions

This section presents important information intended to ensure safe and effective use of this product. Please read this section carefully and store it in an accessible location.

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.
Never disassemble or modify this product. Tampering with this product may result in injury or fire.
Be sure to use the specified power source. Connection to an improper power source may cause fire.
Do not allow foreign matter to fall into the equipment. Penetration by foreign objects may lead to fire.
If water or other liquid spills into this equipment, unplug the power cord immediately, and then contact your dealer or a Seiko Epson service center for advice. Continued usage may lead to fire.
Do not use aerosol sprayers containing flammable gas inside or around this product. Doing so may cause fire.

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. The product may break or cause injury if it falls.
Do not use in locations subject to high humidity or dust levels. Excessive humidity and dust may cause equipment damage or fire.
Do not place heavy objects on top of this product. Never stand or lean on this product. Equipment may fall or collapse, causing breakage and possible injury.
To ensure safety, unplug this product before leaving it unused for an extended period.