Epson U300C Operation Manual
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TM-U300C/U300D/U300PC/U300PD Operator's Manual Using this online operator's guide The words on the left side of this screen are bookmarks for all the topics in this guide. Use the scroll bar next to the bookmarks to find any topic you want. Click a bookmark to instantly jump to its topic. (If you - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 2
1 station printer TM-U300C/U300D TM-U300PC/U300PD Operator's Manual 400204504 - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 3
alterations to this product, or (excluding the U.S.) failure to strictly comply with Seiko Epson Corporation's operating and maintenance instructions. Seiko Epson Corporation shall not be liable against any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 4
Printer Product Name: TM-U300C/D, TM-U300PC/PD Model Name: M51JC/D, M51PC/PD The following standards are applied only to the printers SEIKO EPSON could void your authority to operate the equipment. CE Marking The printer conforms in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 5
l 1 line validation printing l Roll paper take-up device (for the TM-U300C and the TM-U300PC) The table below describes the differences between the TM-U300C/U300D and TM-U300PC/U300PD printers. Please be sure to read the instructions in this manual carefully before using your new Epson printer. ii - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 6
Computer to the Printer 6 Chapter 3 Installing the Printer Parts 8 3-1 Installing the Ribbon Cassette 8 3-2 Installing the Paper Roll 1 1 3-3 Adjusting the Paper Near-End Detector Location 19 3-4 Inserting a Cut Sheet (Validation Pape.r 21 Chapter 4 Setting the DIP Switches 23 Chapter 5 The - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 7
The illustration below shows the items included for the standard specification printer. TM-U300C/U300PC TM-U300D/U300PD l AC adapter (*1) n l Hexagonal lock 7 screws (2 pcs) (*2) l Roll paper l Ribbon cassette l Operator's Manual (*1) One of eight types of AC adapters may be included with - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 8
heat (such as near heaters). s Avoid using or storing the printer in places subject to excessive moisture. n Do not use or store the printer in a dusty or dirty area. n Choose a stable, horizontal surface for the printer. Avoid places subject to intense vibration or shock. W Make sure there - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 9
1-4 Part Names and Functions n Part names Œ Take-up device cover (TM-U300C/U300PC) Roll paper cover (TM-U300D/U300PD) Printer cover Ž Control panel Power switch Interface connector ‘ Drawer kick-out connector ’ Power connector “ DIP switches TM-U300C/U300PC TM-U300D/U300PD 3 - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 10
n Functions I 0 b Switches and Buttons Œ POWER Switch The POWER switch is used to turn the printer on and off. FEED Button The FEED button is used to feed roll paper. The line feed amount is set by the printer commands ESC 2 and ESC 3. Control Panel Lights (LEDs) Ž POWER LED (green) The POWER LED - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 11
Chapter 2 Connecting the Cables 2-1 Connecting the AC Adapter to the Printer Follow these steps to connect the AC adapter to the printer: ΠMake sure the printer is turned off. It is off when the O side of the switch is pressed down. Check the label on the AC adapter to make sure the voltage - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 12
and the host ECR (host computer). Be sure to use a drawer that matches the printer's specifications. s Connecting the host computer to the TM-U300C/U300D Connect the interface cable as follows: ΠTurn off the printer and the host ECR (host computer). Plug the serial interface cable connector into - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 13
n Connecting the host computer to the TM-U300PC/U300PD Connect the interface cable as follows: Œ Turn off the printer and the host ECR (host computer). Plug the parallel interface cable connector into the printer's interface connector. Ž Squeeze the wire clips together until they lock in place on - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 14
Parts 3-1 Installing the Ribbon Cassette s lnstalling the ribbon cassette Use Epson ribbon cassette ERC-34 (B/R). Follow these steps to install the ribbon cassette: ΠOpen the printer cover while lightly pressing the printer cover as shown below. Turn the ribbon-tightening knob in the direction - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 15
ribbon mask. l Check that the ribbon is not twisted or creased. CAUTION: l Do not turn the ribbon-tightening knob in the reverse direction. Close the printer - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 16
n Replacing the ribbon cassette Use Epson ribbon cassette ERC-34 (B/R). Œ Open the printer cover while lightly pressing the printer cover as shown below. To remove the ribbon cassette, grasp the tab on the left side and lift the left side out first. Ž To install a - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 17
3-2 Installing the Paper Roll n Installing the paper roll in the TM-U300C/U300PC Be sure to use roll paper that matches the printer's specifications. See Appendix A, Specifications. ΠUsing scissors, cut the leading edge of the roll paper so that it is perpendicular to the paper feed direction. - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 18
While leaving some slack in the paper roll, insert the end of the roll paper straight into the paper inlet. The printer automatically feeds the roll paper into the printer (semi-automatic loading). ‘ Press the FEED button to continue feeding the paper until it extends about 20 cm (8 inches) beyond - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 19
sure that the gear on the take-up spool aligns with the gear on the printer. ” Close the take-up device cover. • Tear off any extra paper at the tear-off edge by pulling the paper toward you. CAUTION: • The extra - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 20
n Installing the paper roll in the TM-U300D/U300PD Be sure to use roll paper that matches the printer's specifications. See Appendix A, Specifications. ΠUsing scissors, cut the leading edge of the roll paper so that it is perpendicular to the paper feed direction. L Incorrect - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 21
the paper roll turns freely and be sure to load the paper roll so it rotates in the correct direction. Correct Incorrect Turn on the printer. The POWER LED goes on. While leaving some slack in the paper roll, Insert the end of the roll paper straight into the paper inlet - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 22
‘ Close the roll paper cover. ’ Tear off any extra paper at the tear-off edge by pulling the paper toward you. CAUTION: l The extra paper must be torn off after closing the roll paper cover so that roll paper comes out correctly from the paper exit. 16 - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 23
illustration below. Ž While pressing the FEED switch, remove the remaining roll paper in the printer by pulling the paper lightly out in the direction of the arrow. Cut here if there is paper remaini To install a new paper roll, see Installing the paper roll in the TM-U300C/U300PC, on page 11. 17 - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 24
Replacing the paper roll in the TM-U300D/U300PD Be sure to use roll paper that matches the printer's specifications. See Appendix A, Ž While pressing the FEED button, remove the remaining roll paper in the printer by pulling the paper lightly out in the direction of the arrow. Cut here - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 25
the Paper Near-End Detector Location s The paper near-end detector When the paper near-end detector senses that the paper is almost out, the printer turns on the PAPER LED. The PAPER LED also turns on when the paper is completely out or paper roll is not installed. s Adjusting the - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 26
position according to the adjustment position number from the table above. TM-U300C/U300PC TM-U300D/U300PD NOTES: 1. Since the adjustment values in the Table 3-1 are calculated value, there may be some variations depending on the printer. 2. If roll paper with a red end mark at the paper end - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 27
no validation paper is inserted, turn on the power switch. The POWER LED light goes on. Using printer control command, select validation paper mode. The PAPER LED begins blinking. Insert the paper straight into the printer using the guide marked with an A in the following illustration. CAUTIONS - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 28
n Notes on printing on validation paper l The printer can print only one line on validation paper. Printing is performed by the print commands, but the paper is not fed. Therefore, double-height printing - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 29
As shown in the illustration below, the DIP switches are located on the bottom of the printer. The DIP switches are used to set the printer to perform various functions l The TM-U300C/U300D DIP switches are numbered SW-1 to SW-10 and the TM-U300PC/U300PD DIP switches are numbered SW-1 to SW-8, from - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 30
n TM-U300C/U300D DIP Switch Functions Table 4-1. TM-U300C/U300D DIP Switch Functions Baud rate selection Refer to Table 4-2. *( ) Do not change the settings of DIP switches 9 and 10 on the TM-U300C/U300D Table 4-2. Baud Rate Selection 24 - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 31
n TM-U300PC/U300PD DIP Switch Functions Table 4-3. TM-U300PC/U300PD DIP Switch Functions (* ) Do not change the settings of DIP switches 3 through 6 on the TM-U300PC/U300PD. 25 - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 32
* * ", and stops printing automatically. * The printer goes off-line during and after self-test printing. Turn the power off and on again to put the printer on-line before transmitting data from the host computer. l DIP switch settings TM-U300C/U300D TM-U300PC/U300PD Self-test Printing Sample 26 - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 33
Chapter 6 Removing Jammed Paper 6-1 Removing Jammed Paper Turn the paper-feed knob as shown below, and remove any jammed paper. It may be easier if you cut the roll paper or remove the printer cover. CAUTION: Be careful not to touch the tear-off edge. 27 - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 34
printing) NOTES: l When printing exceeds the allowable duty cycle, the actual printing speed may be slower than that listed above. l Because switching operations are required for red printing or black/ red printing, their printing speeds are slower than the black printing speed. (LPS: Lines Per - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 35
Table A-1. Character Size, Characters Per Inch, Characters Per Line *( 1) The 7 x 9 font is the default. Example 7 x 9 font Units: mm (inch) 3. Ribbon Ribbon cassette type: Color: Ribbon life: (In case of using 2-color type) [Conditions] l Character font: l Printing pattern: l Temperature: - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 36
shaft Provided inside the printer case The paper near-end detector location should be adjusted by the user. Refer to section 3-3, Adjusting the Paper Near-End Detector Location. ø 10.5 to 12.5 mm (0.41" to 0.49") Adjustable slider 5. Roll Paper Take-up Device The TM-U300C and TM-U300PC are equipped - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 37
Paper size: l Roll paper Paper width: 76 mm ± 0.5 mm (2.99" ± 0.02") Maximum diameter: ø 83 mm (3.27") (when 2-ply or 3-ply paper is used) ø 60 mm (2.36") (when 1 -ply paper is used) Paper core inside diameter: ø 10.5 to 12.5 mm (0.41" to 0.49") Œ Normal paper Paper thickness: (single-ply - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 38
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to 122°F) (excluding paper and ribbon) Humidity: Operating: Storage: TM-U300C/U300PC: 20% to 80% (non-condensing) TM-U300D/U300PD: 30% to 85% (non-condensing) TM-U300C/U300PC: 20% to 90% (non-condensing, excluding paper and ribbon) TM-U300D/U300PD: 30% to 90% (non-condensing, excluding paper and - Epson U300C | Operation Manual - Page 40
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