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    TM-U300C/U300D TM-U300PC/U300PD User's Manual 400204507
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    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
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    TM-U300C/D, TM-U300PC/PD Model Name: M51JC/D, M51PC/PD The following standards are applied only to the printers that are so labeled. (EMC is tested using the Epson if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation
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    1 line validation printing 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
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    CONTENTS Chapter 1 Unpacking the Printer 1 1-1 Checking the Contents of the Printer Box 1 1-2 Choosing a Place for the Printer 2 1-3 Removingthe Transportation Damper 2 1-4 Part Names and Functions 3 Chapter 2 Connecting the Cables 5 2-1 Connecting the AC Adapter to the Printer 5 2-2
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    Box The illustration below shows the items included for the standard specification printer. TM-U300C/U300PC TM-U300D/U300PD AC adapter Power cord (*1) Hexagonal lock screws (2 pcs) (*2) Roll paper Ribbon cassette Operator's Manual (*1) Power cord may not be provided in the package. If it is
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    1-2 Choosing a Place for the Printer Avoid locations in direct sunlight or subject to excessive heat (such as near heaters). Avoid using or storing the printer in places subject to excessive moisture. Do not use or store the printer in a dusty or dirty area. Choose a stable, horizontal surface for
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    1-4 Part Names and Functions Part names ➀ Take-up device cover (TM-U300C/U300PC) Roll paper cover (TM-U300D/U300PD) ➁ Printer cover ➂ Control panel ➃ Power switch ➄ Interface connector ➅ Drawer kick-out connector ➆ Power connector ➇ DIP switches TM-U300C/U300PC TM-U300D/U300PD 3
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    Functions I Switches and Buttons ➀ POWER Switch The POWER switch is used to turn the printer on and off. ➁ 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) ➂ POWER LED (green) The POWER LED is on
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    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: ➀ Make sure the printer is turned off. It is off when the O side of the switch is pressed down. ➁ Check the label on the AC adapter to make sure the voltage
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    of the printer and the host ECR (host computer). Be sure to use a drawer that matches the printer's specifications. ■ Connecting the host computer to the TM-U300C/U300D Connect the interface cable as follows: ➀ Turn off the printer and the host ECR (host computer). ➁ Plug the serial interface cable
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    Chapter 3 Installing the Printer Parts 3-1 Installing the Ribbon Cassette ■ lnstalling the ribbon cassette Use Epson ribbon cassette ERC-34 (B/R). Follow these steps to install the ribbon cassette: ➀ Open the printer cover while lightly pressing the printer cover as shown below. ➁
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    Replacing the ribbon cassette Use Epson ribbon cassette ERC-34 (B/R). ➀ Open the printer cover while lightly pressing the printer cover as shown below. ➁ To remove the ribbon cassette, grasp the tab
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    3-2 Installing the Paper Roll 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. ➀ Using scissors, cut the leading edge of the roll paper so
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    ➃ Turn on the printer. The POWER LED goes on. ➄ 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). ➅ Press the FEED button to continue feeding the paper
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    ➇ Install the take-up spool in the printer. Make sure that the gear on the take-up spool aligns with the gear on the printer. ➈ Close the take-up device cover. ➉ Tear off any extra paper at the tear-off edge by pulling the paper toward you. CAUTION: • The extra paper must be torn off after closing
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    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. ➀ Using scissors, cut the leading edge of the roll
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    ➂ Load the roll paper while lightly pressing the paper roll holder outward. Release the holder after fitting the paper core onto the holder. Make sure the paper roll turns freely and be sure to load the paper roll so it rotates in the correct direction. Correct Incorrect ➃ Turn on the printer. The
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    ➅ Close the roll paper cover. ➆ Tear off any extra paper at the tear-off edge by pulling the paper toward you. CAUTION: 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
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    ■ Replacing the roll paper for TM-U300C/U300PC Be sure to use roll paper that matches the printer's specifications. See Appendix A, Specifications. ➀ Open the take-up device if there is paper remaini ➃ To install a new paper roll, see Installing the paper roll in the TM-U300C/U300PC, on page 11. 17
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    ■ Replacing the paper roll in the TM-U300D/U300PD Be sure to use roll paper that matches the printer's specifications. See Appendix A, Specifications. ➀ Open the roll here if there is paper remainin ➃ To install a new paper roll, see Installing the paper roll in the TM-U300D/U300PD, on page 14.
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    Notes on printing on validation paper 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 cannot be performed on validation paper. Printing on the validation paper must be performed when
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    the DIP switches using tweezers or another narrow-ended tool. Switches are on when up and off when down in the figure below. DIP Switches TM-U300PC/U300PD ➂ The new setting takes effect when you turn on the printer. NOTES: Always change DIP switch settings when the printer is turned off. Changes
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    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
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    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
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    ■ The purpose of the self test The self test checks whether the printer has any problems. If the printer does not function properly, contact your dealer. The self test checks on-line before transmitting data from the host computer. TM-U300C/U300D TM-U300PC/U300PD Self-test Printing Sample 26
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    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.
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    Appendix Appendix A. Specifications 1. Printing Specifications Printing method: Head wire arrangement: Printing directions: Lines per second: Serial impact dot matrix Serial-type, 9-pin Bi-directional (logic seeking) Approx. 3.5 LPS (40 columns, 16 CPI, single color, continuous printing) Approx.
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    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] Character font: Printing pattern: Temperature: Exclusive
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    Near-End Detector Location. ø 10.5 to 12.5 mm (0.41" to 0.49") Near-end adjustment: Adjustable slider 5. Roll Paper Take-up Device The TM-U300C and TM-U300PC are equipped with a take-up device. The paper is automatically taken up by the paper feed motor. 6. Paper Paper feed method: Paper feed
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    Paper size: 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") ➀ Normal paper Paper thickness: (single-ply
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    -U300C/U300D) Either 0 bytes or approx. 1 Kbyte. selectable using DIP switch. (TM-U300PC/U300PD) (Refer to Chapter 4, Setting the DIP switch.) 8. Power Supply The supported power supply is AC adapter, C. 9. Reliability Life: Mechanism:7,500,000 lines Print head: 100 million characters (when printing
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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
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    WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive This information only applies to customers in the European Union, according to Directive 2002/96/EC OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL OF 27 January 2003 on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) and legislation
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    bbi szeméttõl elkülönítve helyezze el, és biztosítsa, hogy azt környezetbarát módon újrahasznosítsák. A rendelkezésére álló begyûjtõ létesítményekrõl kérjük tájékozódjon a megfelelõ helyi állami szerveknél vagy a viszonteladónál, ahol a terméket vásárolta. Polski Symbol przekreślonego kosza znajduj
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    Printed in Japan 1999.12
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