Extech Instruments S3750THS User Manual

Extech Instruments S3750THS User Manual

Portable receipt printer

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DATE: March 16, 2005
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  • Page 1 VERSION: 1.5 DATE: March 16, 2005 Page 1...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting Started: Declaration of Conformity General Precautions Safety Note Unpacking the printer Installing and Charging the Battery Reading the LED Status Attaching Belt Loop System Loading Supplies: Adding Paper/Labels Tearing Paper Supply Using the Printer: Initial power up and self-test Connecting the Printer Communications: Serial RS232C Communications: IrDA...
  • Page 3: Declaration Of Conformity

    285 Bear Hill Road, Waltham, MA 02451, USA Telephone: +1 781 890 7440 Declares that the Product Product Name: Portable Receipt Printer Model Number: S3750THS; Optionally Containing: 1)Bluetooth™ radio short range OEM module from connectBlue ab, cB-0701-01; FCC ID PVH 070101.
  • Page 4: General Precautions

    General Precautions Before using this product be sure to read through this manual. After reading please • keep the manual in a safe place for future reference. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice of any type. •...
  • Page 5: Unpacking The Printer

    1. Getting Started 1.1 Unpacking the Printer: The S3750THS portable printer is a full featured portable receipt printer designed for varied job environments including field service, field sales, hospitality and restaurants, ticketing and many others where point of service receipts are required.
  • Page 6 Note: The wall mounted charger is not supplied with plugs for use in Korea. Do not use a charger not approved by Extech for use with the S3750THS. Use of an unapproved charger could damage the battery pack or the printer and will void the warranty. Page 6...
  • Page 7: Reading The Led Status

    The battery terminals are well recessed inside the printer. Do not allow them to contact conductive material since this may create a short circuit which could cause injury or start a fire. When using the wall mounted charger ensure the socket outlet is close to the printer and easily accessible during the battery recharging process.
  • Page 8: Attaching Belt Loop System

    1.4 Attaching Belt Loop System: The belt loop system consists of two parts: A knob located on the back part of the printer just above the battery door A strap with click on connector To attach the strap to the knob insert the knob located at the bottom of the printer into the slot of the connector.
  • Page 9: Tearing Paper Supply

    2.2 Tearing Paper: The printer’s paper door acts as a tear bar. Pull one edge of the paper against the tear bar as indicated, then tear down and across against the tear bar to tear the paper. Caution: The tear bar may have sharp edges. Using the tear bar is the only way to tear the paper.
  • Page 10: Using The Printer

    3. Using the Printer 3.1 Initial power up and self-test Once the Battery is charged and the paper is loaded perform a self-test: Press the <On/Off> switch once. This turns printer on. LED #1 illuminates in green or blue depending on the mode of communication. The printer will stay ON until it is manually tuned OFF .
  • Page 11: Connecting The Printer

    3.2 Connecting the Printer The S3750THS printer supports Serial RS232 and IrDA compatible infrared communication interfaces. Radio frequency (RF) communication is also available as an optional feature as well as 802.11b interface. Serial, IrDA, 802.11b and Bluetooth communication settings can be changed via a DIP switch located on the control card.
  • Page 12 Note: Be careful when changing dip switch settings. Carefully use a pointer on the dip switch you are going to change. DO NOT use a screw driver or apply excessive force. Note:(Developer’s refer to Programming Manual for more information) Dip Switch Function Switch Switch...
  • Page 13: Communications: Serial Rs232C

    3.3 Communications: The S3750THS Printer has two serial communication UARTs. It is able to support two modes of communication simultaneously – Either RS232 and IrDA ( If Dip switch # 1 is ON) or RS232 and 802.11b /BT (If Dip switch # 1 is OFF and Dip Switch # 3 is ON).
  • Page 14: Communications: Irda

    3.4 Infrared Communications Mode( IrDA Only) : Dip Switch #1 and # 2( Disable UART 0) must be in the <ON> position. The printer can be powered up by pressing the power <On/Off> switch If no IrDA connection is made, the printer will automatically power down to a lower power level to conserve battery life.
  • Page 15: Programming Information

    3.7 Programming Information: This section lists the printer control commands strings. System Developers: Please refer to S3750THS programmer’s manual for further details. Other features may be available and are described in the programmer’s manual 3.7.1 ASCII CONTROL CHARACTERS: Character Hex/Dec...
  • Page 16: Printer Font Commands

    3.7.2 Printer Font Commands – Courier Character Set: Font Name Character size (W x H) Command String 24 CPI normal 8x23 ESC+'k'+'5' 21 CPI normal 9x23 ESC+'k'+'4' 19 CPI normal 10x23 ESC+'k'+'3' 16 CPI normal 12x23 ESC+'k'+'2' 12 CPI normal 16x23 ESC+'k'+'1' 13 CPI rotated...
  • Page 17: Printer Supervisory And Control Commands

    3.7.6 Graphic Logo and Bar code commands: Command String Printer Action ESC – L – G –n Prepare printer to load image: ESC – G - 0x0FF Loading Logo Complete: ESC – L – g – n Print stored logo image: ESC - 'z' - n1 –...
  • Page 18: Printer Maintenance

    180 minutes to fast charge the battery cartridge To insure full charge, printer should not be operated while the battery is charging. The model S3750THS printers require an adaptor output of 10VDC/1.4A. The battery Fast-charge is initiated each time the power adapter is connected to the printer The fast-charge controller checks the battery’s voltage and temperature,...
  • Page 19: Verifying Battery Charge State

    Check for the correct Extech part number for the battery and only order that part for your new battery Caution: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Caution: Dispose of used batteries according to instructions in Section 4.3 Verifying Battery Charge State: It is strongly recommended testing your printer before returning to Extech.
  • Page 20: Recycling Your Batteries

    4.5 Recycling your Batteries: The Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC) is a non-profit organization created to promote recycling of rechargeable batteries. For more information about how to recycle batteries in your area, visit www.rbrc.org. 4.6 Trouble Shooting: Problem Action Does not feed paper or has Remove any jammed supply a paper jam.
  • Page 21: Printer Supplies

    4.7 Printer Supplies: Part Number Description 757061 S3750T Thermal paper pack (3”/80 mm, 5 rolls) 78428I1 3750T PKG 120v (US Plug) 78428I2 3750T PKG 220v (EURO Plug) 78428I4 3750T PKG 120v (UK Plug) 78428I1R 3750T MCR PKG 240v (UK Plug) 7A1000014 3750T Li-Ion Battery Cartridge: 7.4VDC–...
  • Page 22: Printer Specifications

    5 Specifications 5.1 Printer Specifications: Height: 2.25 inches (57mm) Width: 4.25 inches (108mm) Length: 6 inches (152mm) Weight: w/battery & supply 1.41 lbs. (0.64 g) Shipping weight: 3 lbs. (1.4 kg) Power: 7.4 V Li-Ion battery Operating Temp. Limits: 41F to 104F (5 to 40C) Storage Temp.
  • Page 23: Regulatory Notes

    5.3 Regulatory Notes: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 24 A Return Authorization number must be issued before a unit is returned to Extech for repair. Once a unit has been properly returned to Extech (Note: The customer is responsible for ensuring proper packing to prevent damage in transit as well as the shipping costs back to Extech), it will be repaired (estimates are provided first if the repair cost is estimated above $100.00) and returned via UPS ground.

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