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Hardware Manual
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Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual,
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Unpacking and Installation ................................................................................................................... 1 1-1. Unpacking................................................................................................................................... 1 2. Parts Identification and Nomenclature ................................................................................................ 3 2-1. U Model .................................
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1. Unpacking and Installation 1-1. Unpacking After unpacking the unit, check that all the necessary accessories are included in the package. 1-1-1. U Model USB cable Switch cover Power cord Paper roll holder Screws Ferrite core Rubber feet Holder plate CD-ROM Installation sheet Printer Roll paper Fig. 1-1 Unpacking If anything is missing, contact the dealer where you bought the printer and ask them to supply the missing part. Note that it is a good idea to keep the original box and all the packi
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1-1-2. PU Model Switch cover Paper roll holder Screws Connector cover A Rubber feet Holder plate CD-ROM Installation sheet Printer Roll paper [Options] AC adapter USB cable STAR, Adapter PS60A-24A STAR, USB Cable 1.8M TSP1 [Recommended cables] PoweredUSB cable (Y cable) PoweredUSB cable (straight type) PoweredUSB 24V to USB-B & HOSIDEN-M PoweredUSB 24V to 1×8 – 2 –
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2. Parts Identification and Nomenclature 2-1. U Model Printer cover Open this cover to load or replace paper. Cover open lever Pull this lever in the direction of the arrow to open the printer cover. Power switch Used to turn on/off power to the printer. Control panel Features LED indicators to indicate printer status and switches to operate the printer. Power connector USB connector Peripheral drive connector For connection of the Connects to peripheral For connection to a power cord. units suc
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2-2. PU Model Printer cover Open this cover to load or replace paper. Cover open lever Pull this lever in the direction of the arrow to open the printer cover. Power switch Used to turn on/off power to the printer. Control panel Features LED indicators to indicate printer status and switches to operate the printer. Power connector For connection of the AC adapter or the PoweredUSB cable (Y cable). USB connector PoweredUSB connector Peripheral drive connector For connection to a For connection to
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2-3. Choosing a place for the printer Before actually unpacking the printer, you should take a few minutes to think about where you plan to use it. Remember the following points when doing this. Choose a firm, level surface where the printer will not be exposed to vibration. The power outlet you plan to connect to for power should be nearby and unobstructed. Make sure that the printer is close enough to your host computer for you to connect the two. Make sure that the printer is not expo
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3. Setup 3-1. Connecting the USB/PoweredUSB Cable to the Printer 3-1-1. U Model Affix the ferrite core onto the USB interface cable and pass the cable through the cable support as shown. Then, connect the USB interface cable to the printer. Note: The dialog shown below may appear on your PC screen if your PC is running Windows 98 or Me, and if you turn ON the power of the printer for the first time while the PC and the printer are connected with the USB cable. In this case, refer to the software
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3-1-2. PU Model CAUTION Make sure that the printer is turned off before connecting the PoweredUSB cable (Y cable) or PoweredUSB cable (straight type). (1) According to the cable used, install the connector cover onto the printer to prevent improper cable connections. USB cable or PoweredUSB cable (Y cable) .......... Connector cover A PoweredUSB cable (straight type) ......................... Connector cover B The printer is shipped with connector cover B installed. This cover does not need to b
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Note: The dialog shown below may appear on your PC screen if your PC is running Windows 98 or Me, and if you turn ON the power of the printer for the first time while the PC and the printer are connected with the USB/PoweredUSB cable. In this case, refer to the software manual on the CD-ROM, in the following directory: Documents folder. (2) Connect the interface cable to the printer as shown. When using the USB cable, secure the cable with the hook. PoweredUSB cable (Y cable) USB cable PoweredUS
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3-2. Connecting to a Peripheral Unit You can connect a peripheral unit to the printer using a modular plug. The following describes how to install the ferrite core and make the actual connection. See “Modular plug” on page 30 PoweredUSB for details about the type of modular plug that is required. Note that this printer does not come with a modular plug or wire, so it is up to you to obtain one that suits your needs. CAUTION Make sure that the printer is turned off and unplugged from the AC outle
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3-3. Loading the Roll Paper Be sure to use roll paper that matches the printer’s specification. When using a paper roll with an 57.5 mm width, install the paper roll holder as described on the following page. 1) Push the cover open lever, and open the Cover open lever printer cover. Roll paper 2) While observing the direction of the roll, set the paper roll into the hollow, and pull on the leading edge of the paper toward you. – 10 –
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Note: When using a paper roll with an 57.5 mm width, install the paper roll holder in the groove in the printer. Paper roll holder If a paper roll with a 57.5 mm width has been used, a paper roll with a 79.5 mm width cannot be used. (Changing from the smaller roll to a larger roll will cause part of the print head to rub against the platen and deteriorate.) 3) Push down both sides of the printer cover to close. Note: Make sure that the printer cover is securely closed. 4) Tear Bar Model: Tear of
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WARNING • Do not touch the cutter blade. - There is a cutter inside the paper outlet slot. Not only should you not put your hand in the paper outlet slot while printing is in progress, never put your hand into the outlet even when printing is not in progress. - The printer cover can be opened when replacing the paper. However, since the cutter blade is on the inside of the printer cover, be careful not to place your face or hands too close to the cutter blade. • During and immediately after prin
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3-4. Connecting the USB/PoweredUSB Cable to the PC 3-4-1. U Model Connect the USB interface cable to a USB port of your PC. Note: The dialog shown below may appear on your PC screen if your PC is running Windows 98 or Me, and if you turn ON the power of the printer for the first time while the PC and the printer are con- nected with the USB cable. In this case, refer to the software manual on the CD-ROM, in the following directory: Documents folder. 3-4-2. PU Model CAUTION Make sure that the PC
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Note: The dialog shown below may appear on your PC screen if your PC is running Windows 98 or Me, and if you turn ON the power of the printer for the first time while the PC and the printer are con- nected with the USB/PoweredUSB cable. In this case, refer to the software manual on the CD- ROM, in the following directory: Documents folder. 3-5. Installing the Printer Software Here is the procedure for installing the printer driver and utility software, which are stored on the supplied CD-ROM. Th
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3-6. Connecting the Power Cord 3-6-1. U Model Note: Before connecting/disconnecting the power cord, make sure that power to the printer and all the devices connected to the printer is turned off. Also make sure the power cable plug is disconnected from the AC outlet. (1) Check the label on the back or bottom of the printer to make sure its voltage matches that of the AC outlet. Also make sure the plug on the power cord matches the AC outlet. (2) If the power cord is not attached to the printer,
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3-6-2. PU Model Note: Before connecting/disconnecting the AC adapter, make sure that power to the printer and all the devices connected to the printer are turned off. Also make sure the power cable plug is disconnected from the AC outlet. (1) Connect the AC adapter to the power cable. Note: Use only the standard AC adapter and power cable. (2) Connect AC adapter to the connector on the printer. (3) Insert the power cable plug into an AC outlet. AC outlet CAUTION When disconnecting the cable, tak
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3-7. Turning Power On Make sure that the Power cord has been connected as described in 3-6. (1) Turn ON the power switch located on the front of the printer. The POWER lamp on the control panel will light up. Power switch CAUTION We recommend that you unplug the printer from the power outlet whenever you do not plan to use it for long periods. Because of this, you should locate the printer so that the power outlet it is plugged into is nearby and easy to access. When an Switch cover is affixed t
