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TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION MANUAL CONTENTS .................................................................................... 1 EXPLANATORY NOTES USED IN THIS MANUAL ...................................... 1 GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION ............................................................. 1 UNPACKING THE PRINTER ......................................................................... 2 PRINTER FEATURES ...................................................................................
TABLE OF CONTENTS 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 4.1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................... 4-1 4.2 ADAPTOR SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................ 4-3 4.3 DIMENSIONS ....................................................................................... 4-4 5. CHARACTER FONTS 5.1 CHARACTER SETS ............................................................................ 5-1 APPENDIX A - ACCESSORIES AND SPARE PARTS A.
INTRODUCTION MANUAL ORGANIZATION In addition to the Introduction which includes a description of the explanatory notes used in the manual, general safety information, how to unpack the printer and a brief description of the printer including its basic features, this manual is organized as follows: Chapter 1: Contains the information required for correct printer installation and its proper use, as well as interface specifications Chapter 2: Contains information on interface specifications Chapter 3: Contains
INTRODUCTION • Use the type of electrical power supply indicated on the printer label. If in doubt, contact your retailer. • When deciding where to place the printer, make sure it is positioned where its cables will not be damaged. • Do not introduce foreign objects of any kind into the printer as they could cause a short circuit and could jeopardize printer functioning. • Do not spill liquids onto the printer.
INTRODUCTION 1 4 2 3 s’p r in t 7 5 8 6 (Fig. 1) PRINTER FEATURES The new s’ print portable thermal printer offers an innovative alternative to impact-based systems, with a range of interface options (RS232 serial,R232+IRDA). The printer is powered using batteries.
INTRODUCTION The battery version (with RS232+IRDA interface) is primarily intended for the automatic identification and mobile telephony market, combined with portable terminals without printer; the infrared bidirectional interface with which it is equipped makes cable connection—so “inconvenient” for portable devices—unnecessary. It is important to note that s’ print is the first Custom printer designed with “sixload” easy paper load, making it simpler and more convenient to use.
INTRODUCTION • Multi-function key. This key is used to access a variety of printer options depending on how long it is held down. If the printer is off (red LED off), when this key is pressed power is turned on (blinking red LED). To turn the printer off the key is pressed two times (the LED begins to blink faster) and if it is not pressed again within three seconds the printer shuts off.
1. INSTALLATION AND USE 1.1 CONNECTIONS 1 (Fig.1.1) 2 1.1.1 Battery Recharger For the Battery Recharger/Power Supply and serial connection, the printer is equipped with a connecting cable (fig. 1.2) that comes packed with the printer and has a double connection system. On one side is a 9-pin female connector (fig. 1.2.A) for the serial port; on the other side of the same connector is a RJ11 connector (fig. 1.2.B) and a jack (fig. 1.2.C) for connection to the battery recharger.
1. INSTALLATION AND USE 1.1.2 Turning the printer On and Off • How to turn the printer On by briefly pressing the multi-function key by sending one or more characters over the serial line—it is better to send characters that are not read as printer controls (ex.
1. INSTALLATION AND USE 1.2 BATTERIES 1.2.1 Recharging batteries (Fig.1.4) Appearing in the printer set up print out (see sec. 1.3) is the parameter HEAD VOLT that gives the battery charge level. To recharge the batteries(3), use the cable packed with the printer and proceed as follows: • connect the battery recharger jack to the cable jack (vedi fig. 1.4) and plug the battery recharger into the electrical mains; • connect the cable RJ11 connector to the RJ11 connector located under the printer (see fig.
1. INSTALLATION AND USE 1.2.2 Information regarding battery use • Please note that the new NiMH battery reaches maximum performance levels only after having been completely discharged and recharged at least two or three times. • Never use battery rechargers and/or batteries that are damaged or worn. • Battery life varies greatly depending, for example, on print density and the text to be printed. • Recharge times vary depending on depletion levels, type of battery and battery recharger used.
1. INSTALLATION AND USE A B 2 1 (Fig.1.5) • remove the battery pack (2) by lifting the battery removal tape (1) (see fig. 1.6). 2 1 (Fig.1.
1. INSTALLATION AND USE • insert the 5 batteries(7) inside the compartment following the layout indicated in fig. 1.7 and re-position the battery removal tape; Note: when inserting the batteries, make sure the + and – signs are positioned correctly. (7) (Fig.1.7) • reclose the battery compartment by tightening the fastening screws. 1.2.4 Disposing of batteries • • Batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly. Do not throw batteries away as part of normal refuse disposal.
1. INSTALLATION AND USE * SETUP DEFAULT * HEAD TEMP. [°C] BATT TEMP. [°C] HEAD VOLT [V] = 22.5 = 25.0 = 6.3 Interface Baud Rate Data length Parity Handshaking Autofeed Battery Standby Print Density (Fig.1.9) :Infrared : 9600 bps : 8 bits/chr : None : Xon/Xoff : CR disabled : 1600 mAh : 5 MIN :0 [PUSH] ENTER SET-UP [FAST PUSH] EXIT SET-UP The printer’s configurable parameters are: • • • • • • • • • Interface: RS232D, Infrared(7). Baud Rate: 38400, 19200, 9600D, 4800, 2400, 1200, 600.
1. INSTALLATION AND USE (8) Note It is not possible to modify the "flow control" parameter if interface is set in infrared because it is automatically set in XON/XOFF. (9) Note This parameter regulates battery recharge time. If set to Alkaline, battery recharge is disabled. If another type of battery other than those supplied with the printer is used, select the closest appropriate charge value from the list.
1. INSTALLATION AND USE 1.5 SIXLOAD The printer has been designed with an easy paper load system to improve handling and simplify use. This easy paper loading system is called “sixload” because when the paper is loaded into the printer, it looks like the number “6” (the roll on the bottom with the edge lifted). (Fig.1.10) 1.6 MAINTENANCE 1.6.1 Changing the paper roll To change the roll of paper, proceed as follows: 1) Open the printer cover (see fig. 1.
1. INSTALLATION AND USE 2) Pull up on the edge of the paper and close the cover (fig. 1.13); (Fig.1.13) 3) Tear off the paper. The printer is now ready (fig.1.14). (Fig.1.
1. INSTALLATION AND USE 1.6.2 Cleaning To clean the printer, use a vacuum cleaner or soft cloth. Before cleaning the printer, unplug its electrical cord and make sure that the printer is off. Do not use alcohol, solvents or hard-bristled brushes. Do not let water or other liquids seep into the printer. alcohol, solvent (Fig.1.
2. INTERFACES (Fig.2.1) 2.1 RS232 SERIAL The printer is equipped with an RS232 serial interface with RJ11 connector (fig. 2.1) located underneath the printer. For serial connection, a connecting cable (fig. 2.2) with double connection system is packed with the printer. On one side is a 9-pin female connector (fig. 2.2A) to connect to the serial port; on the other side of the same connector is a RJ11 connector (fig. 2.2.B). For the layout of signals on the connectors, please refer to tables 2.1 and 2.2.
2. INTERFACES RJ11 connector DPT100 (fig. 2.1) (Tab.2.1) PIN SIGNAL IN/OUT A DESCRIPTION 1 +VRIC IN - Battery recharge voltage 2 GND - GND Ground signal 3 RX IN TXD Receive data 4 TX OUT RXD Transmit data 5 RTS OUT CTS Ready to send / Ready to receive data 6 GND - GND Ground signal (Tab.2.2) 9-pin female connector (fig. 2.2.A) PIN SIGNAL IN/OUT A DESCRIPTION 1 DCD OUT DCD Data carrier identification.
2. INTERFACES The diagrams below show a sample connection between printer and Personal Computer using a 9- and 25-pin female connector. (Fig.2.2) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 DCD RXD TXD 1 2 S IG N A L G N D DSR 5 3 4 6 7 8 CTS 9 9 9-pin connector (s’print cable) PC (Fig.2.
2. INTERFACES 2.2 INFRARED BIDIRECTIONAL SERIAL The printer has a serial interface for bidirectional data exchange. The infrared port is centered on the lower part of the front (see fig. 2.4). Infrared port Porta a infrarossi (Fig.2.4) 2.2.1 Printing instructions 1) Set the infrared port with “infrared interface” parameter starting from the printer setup. Execute the ESC 02 (ESC STX) command to enable the port (1). Warning: Close down infrared channel with ESC 03 command just after data transmission.
2. INTERFACES 15° 1 m eter (Fig.2.
3. PRINTER FUNCTIONS 3.1 CONTROL CHARACTERS The command table lists all the commands for the management of the printer functions. These commands can be transmitted to the printer with the serial interface. The commands can be transmitted to the printer at any moment, but they will only be carried out when the characters previously transmitted have been printed or the commands previously transmitted have been carried out.
3. PRINTER FUNCTIONS ASCII Com. HEX Com.
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3. PRINTER FUNCTIONS [Default] [Reference] [Example] P1) as shown: 1st byte ! 2nd byte ! 3rd byte ! P6 P5 P4 P3 P2 P1 P6 P5 P4 P3 P2 P1 P6 P5 P4 P3 P2 P1 To print a line of dots, transmit: $11, n x $7F (where n is the number of characters per line), $0D. To print an empty line, transmit: $11, $40, $0D. ESC (STX) [Name] [Format] [Description] [Notes] [Default] [Reference] [Example] Enable infrared port ASCII ESC (STX) Hex 1B 02 Decimal 27 2 Enable infrared port.
3. PRINTER FUNCTIONS • After the command execution the printer ignores all the characters received from the communication port until to the next ESC STX reception. • After receiving this command the infrared led is functioning, as usual.
3. PRINTER FUNCTIONS ESC 0 [Name] [Format] [Description] [Notes] [Default] [Reference] [Example] Turning the printer off ASCII ESC 0 Hex 1B 30 Decimale 27 48 Turning the printer off.
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3. PRINTER FUNCTIONS Left hand margin, expressed in 1/8 mm.
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3. PRINTER FUNCTIONS [Notes] [Default] [Reference] [Example] n1 specifies the starting dot line ( 1 ÷ 85 ). n2 specifies the number of lines to print. • If n1 + n2 > 85 the printer only prints 85 - n1 + 1 dotlines. To print the graphic bank from dotline 10 to dotline 40, send: 1BH FAH 0AH 1EH ESC v [Name] [Format] [Description] [Notes] Transmit paper sensor status ASCII ESC v Hex 1B 76 Decimal 27 118 When this command is received, transmit the current status of the paper sensor.
3. PRINTER FUNCTIONS GS $ n [Name] [Format] Set absolute shift into a graphic line. ASCII GS $ n Hex 1D 24 n Decimal 29 36 n 0≤ n ≤ 47 Set the print beginning position into a graphic line based on the current value of n that indicate the byte number of shift from left margin. • Settings outside the specified printable area are ignored. [Range] [Description] [Notes] [Default] [Reference] [Example] GS I n [Name] [Format] Transmit printer ID.
3. PRINTER FUNCTIONS GS U [Name] [Format] [Description] [Notes] [Default] [Reference] [Example] Resets the printer parameters to default. ASCII GS U Hex 1D 55 Decimal 29 85 Resets the printer parameters to the default configuration. • After executing this command the printer is initialized. GS W n d1 ...dn [Name] [Format] [Range] [Description] [Notes] [Default] [Reference] [Example] Prints n byte of a 200 dpi ASCII GS W n Hex 1D 57 n Decimal 29 87 n 1 ≤ n ≤ 48 0 ≤ d1 … dn ≤ 255 graphic line d1...
4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 4.1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Table 4.1 gives the main technical specifications of the printer. (Tab.4.1) Resolution 203 DPI (8 dot/mm) Paper roll siz e 57.
4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS (Tab.4.2) TM ESC/POS TM EMUL ATION 57 mm paper 12.7 cpi Number of columns 24, 40 (3) Characters (L x H mm) Normal 2x3 Double height 2x6 Double width 4x3 Double height and width 4x6 Bidirectional infrared port specifications Operating distance up to 1mt. Wave length 800-900 nm (3) NOTE The 40 column version is downloadable on the Support/Download/ Firmware section from www.custom.it web site.
4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 4.2 ADAPTOR SPECIFICATIONS (Tab.4.3) 220Vac Adaptor Input specifications Input voltage 230 Vac Input frequence 50 Hz Output specifications Output voltage 18 V dc (Tab.4.
4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 4.3 DIMENSIONS R 75 Printer dimensions are shown below. 8 8 ,2 (Fig.4.
5. CHARACTER SETS 5.1 CHARACTER SETS The printer has a 224-character font, a print-out of which is shown below. (Fig.5.
APPENDIX A - ACCESSORIES AND SPARE PARTS A.1 ACCESSORIES A.1.1 Belt coupler In the s’print-B battery model, there is a support kit available for the printer that consists of a belt and fastening screws. The figure below illustrates how the belt coupler is attached underneath the printer. (Fig.A.
APPENDIX A - ACCESSORIES AND SPARE PARTS A.2 SPARE PARTS (Tab.A.2) R C T 57X 50 Roll of thermal paper BTNIMH-1.
