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SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION


MATSUMOTO MINAMI PLANT
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Figure 1.1.1 EU-T432/442 System Appearance
Model without the paper roll supply module (added)
1.3.1 Paper roll
2) Paper width 82.5 0.5 mm {3.25 0.02"} (added)
1.3.5 Printable width
For 79.5 mm paper width (added)
For 82.5 mm paper width (added)
1.4.1 Module combinations, external dimensions, and mass
Model without the paper supply module (added)
1.4.2 Available model types and standard model
*1) (added)
Figure 1.5.2 Directions to Make an Impact Test
Model without the paper roll supply module (added)
2.1.2 Adapted paper roll
NOTES: The paper roll holder (added)
Figure 2.2.1 Printable Area
<For 82.5 0.5 mm paper width> (added)
Number of columns 53 maximum (added)
2.2.6 Paper
2) Paper width 82.5 0.5 mm {3.25 0.02"} (added)
2.4 Sensors
(*) (added)
2.5 Overall Dimensions (added)
3.1.2 Printing specifications
4) Printing width 82.5 0.5 mm {3.25 0.02"} (added)
Table 3.1.1 (changed)
Table 4.1.5 Model Type Selection
NOTE: (changed)
All pages are revised.
Simplified Chinese character model Simplified Chinese model,
Traditional Chinese character model Traditional Chinese model
2.2.1 Print Specifications
Figure 2.2.1 (changed)
9) (added)
Figure 2.2.2 2.2.3, Figure 2.2.3 2.2.4
2.4 Sensors
T/E, T/T (added)
Simplified Chinese character model Simplified Chinese model,
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3.2.2.1 Compatibility mode
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Table 4.1.10 Memory Switch 6
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Table 4.1.17 (added)
4.8.2 Epson PS-170 Epson Power Supply (changed)
A.1.2 Handling
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A.1.5 Removing Paper
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1.3.1 Paper roll
4) Paper take-up direction (added)
1.6 Installation (added)
2.1.2 Adapted paper roll
4) Paper take-up direction: NOTE: (added)
Figure 2.1.1 (added)
2.2.6 Paper
4) ~ 7) (added)
2.5.1 Paper width 79.5 mm (6" type) (changed)
2.5.2 Paper width 79.5 mm (8" type) (changed)
2.5.3 Paper width 82.5 mm (6" type) (changed)
2.5.4 Paper width 82.5 mm (8" type) (changed)
2.5.5 Paper width 79.5 mm (for model without the paper roll supply unit)
2.5.6 Paper width 82.5 mm (for model without the paper roll supply unit)
NOTES: *2 (added)
Table 4.1.12 SW No. 8 Reserved
Initialization for black mark position when the power is turned on.
A.1.1 Initial installation
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Section 1.5.1, Print guaranteed temperature and humidity
1) Operating temperature: 5 to 50C 1) Temperature: 5 to 50C (corrected)
2) Operating humidity: 10 to 80 %RH 2) Humidity: 10 to 80 %RH (corrected)
1.7 Applicable Standards
1) Europe: Safety:
TV (EN60950)
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5) China:
CCC certified (added)
Conditions of Acceptability
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All pages are revised.
1.2.4 Control board module
The printer with the serial/parallel (added)
1.4.2 Available model types and standard model PS-170 PS-180
1.7 Applicable Standards
Model names (added)
2.2.1 Print specifications
9) Table 4.1.12 Table 4.1.13
NOTES: The reflecting rate of the black mark (changed)
2.2.6 Paper
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2.3.4 Paper feed motor
3) Driving method: 340mA 7%/phase. (deleted)
2.5.1 (Serial/Parallel, ) (added)
2.5.2 (Serial/Parallel, ) (added)
2.5.3 (Serial/Parallel, ) (added)
2.5.4 (Serial/Parallel, ) (added)
2.5.5 (Serial/Parallel, ) (added)
2.5.6 (Serial/Parallel, ) (added)
2.5.7 (USB, ) (added)
2.5.8 (USB, ) (added)
2.5.9 (USB, ) (added)
2.5.10 (USB, ) (added)
2.5.11 (USB, ) (added)
2.5.12 (USB, ) (added)
3.1.1 General features
4) Hardware <USB model> (added)
3.1.2 Printing Specification
9) NOTE (added)
10) Other printing functions: (, PDF417) (added)

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Table 3.2.1, refer to Section 4.1.2 refer to Section 4.1.4
3.2.1.7 Notes on resetting the printer using the interface
AC characteristics
If the interface cable is disconnected (added)
3.2.3 USB Interface (added)
3.3.1.2 Interface connector (USB model) (added)
4.1.3 DIP switches (USB model) (added)
4.7 Black Mark (BM) Sensor Black Mark (BM)
All pages are revised.
Added the 1.8 TSCA Compliance section.
Added the 1.9 About Chemical Materials Included section.
Caution: Added 8.
3.1.2 Printing specifications
10) Other printing functions
Added NOTE: Ladder bar codes and 2-dimensional codes may not be read
correctly depending on the print speed and/or print density. Select the adequate
print speed and print density and confirm that the ladder bar codes and
2-dimensional codes can be read correctly.
Trademarks
Changed EPSON and ESC/POS are registered trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation in
the United States and/or other countries. to EPSON and ESC/POS are registered trademarks
of Seiko Epson Corporation in Japan and other countries/regions.

2.3.4 Paper feed motor


3) Driving method
Added NOTE.
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Points You Must Observe To Assure Product Safety
In order to assure the safe operation of this product, carefully observe the specifications as
well as the notes provided below.
Seiko Epson Corporation will not bear any responsibility for any damage or injuries arising
from use of this product that is not in accordance with the specifications and the notes
provided below.

1) Do not apply voltage or current to any pins in excess of the absolute maximum ratings.
If voltage or current in excess of the absolute maximum ratings is applied, excess current will flow
through the device, which may result in heat damage.
Absolute Maximum Ratings
Item
Symbol
Rated value
Unit
Input voltage
VIN
27.0
V
Storage temperature
Tstg
-25 to 70
C
Storage humidity

Hstg

0 to 90

2) Operate the EU-T432/T442 within the following conditions:


Recommended Operating Conditions
Item

Symbol

Supply voltage to the printer


Operating temperature

Vp
Topr

Operating humidity
(no condensation)

Hopr

Standard Value
Min.
Typ.
Max.
21.6
24.0
26.4
0
-50
10

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80

Unit
V
C
%

3) Do not short-circuit any of the output pins with the power supply.
Short-circuiting an output pin with a low-impedance power supply may cause heat damage due to
excess current or may melt the solder bond.
4) Do not drop conductive material such as paper clips onto the circuit board.
Short circuiting pins on the board may cause heat damage due to excess current or may melt the
bonding wire.
5) Never disassemble or modify this product.
Tampering with this product may result in injury, fire, or electric shock.
6) Do not touch movable parts, such as gears.
Touching moving parts could cause a laceration or other injury.
7) Be sure to set this equipment on a firm, stable, horizontal base.
Product may break or cause injury if it falls.

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8) Do not use in locations subject to high humidity or dust levels.
Excessive humidity and dust may cause equipment damage, fire, or shock.
9) Do not place heavy objects on top of this product. Never stand or lean on this product.
Equipment may fall or collapse, causing breakage and possible injury.
10) To ensure safety, please unplug this product prior to leaving it unused for an extended period.

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
1. Application
This specification applies to the thermal printer unit EU-T432/T442.
2. Features
1) High speed printing:
2) High reliability:

150 mm/s {5.9"/s} maximum

Receipt printing 300,000 times

3) Length of receipt: 228.4 mm {9.0"} maximum


Possible to extend 600 mm {23.6"} maximum using optional loop guide
4) Can use a large paper diameter, 203 mm {8"} diameter maximum
5) Command protocol based on ESC/POS standard
6) Bar codes (fence bar code and ladder bar code) and graphics can be printed.
7) Available model
The following four models are available.
Japanese model:
Supports JIS Level 1 and 2 (JIS X0208-90)
Simplified Chinese model:
Supports GB2312-80
Traditional Chinese model:
Supports BIG5 Level 1 and 2
Korean model:
Supports KS C-5601C
Contact Epson for other character models.
8) Driver and status monitoring software are provided.
3. Relationship between the model name and the specification
Example:

EU-T432
1

2 3

1 indicates the EU-T400 series.


2 Indicates the paper width to be used.
3: 79.5 0.5 mm
4: 82.5 0.5 mm
3 indicates the type of the paper path.
2: Straight path

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS ..........................................................................................................1


1.1 System Configuration and Module Names .................................................................................1
1.2 Module Functions........................................................................................................................1
1.2.1 Roll paper supply module ...................................................................................................1
1.2.2 Printer module ....................................................................................................................1
1.2.3 Cut sheet presenter module ...............................................................................................1
1.2.4 Control board module .........................................................................................................1
1.3 General Specifications ................................................................................................................2
1.3.1 Roll paper ...........................................................................................................................2
1.3.2 Paper carrying speed .........................................................................................................2
1.3.3 Paper length to be presented and retracted.......................................................................2
1.3.4 Print speed..........................................................................................................................2
1.3.5 Printable width ....................................................................................................................2
1.3.6 Reliability ............................................................................................................................2
1.3.7 External size..........................................................................................................................2
1.3.8 Mass ...................................................................................................................................2
1.4 Environmental Conditions ...........................................................................................................3
1.4.1 Print guaranteed temperature and humidity .......................................................................3
1.4.2 Environmental conditions for storage .................................................................................3
1.5 Installation ...................................................................................................................................4
1.6 Applicable Standards ..................................................................................................................5
1.7 TSCA Compliance ......................................................................................................................6
1.8 About Chemical Materials Included ............................................................................................6

2.

MODULE SPECIFICATIONS (except the control board)..................................................................7


2.1 Roll paper Supply Module...........................................................................................................7
2.1.1 Roll paper holding method..................................................................................................7
2.1.2 Suitable roll paper...............................................................................................................7
2.1.3 Detectors ............................................................................................................................8
2.2 Printer Module.............................................................................................................................9
2.2.1 Print specifications..............................................................................................................9
2.2.2 Thermal print head............................................................................................................10
2.2.3 Autocutter .........................................................................................................................10
2.2.4 Paper feed motor ..............................................................................................................10
2.2.5 Detectors ..........................................................................................................................10
2.2.6 Paper ................................................................................................................................12
2.2.7 Reliability ..........................................................................................................................13
2.3 Cut Sheet Presenter Module.....................................................................................................14
2.3.1 Presenter method .............................................................................................................14
2.3.2 Presenting speed..............................................................................................................14
2.3.3 Length of the receipt to be presented...............................................................................14
(*): If the paper thickness is more than 120 m, the paper must not be looped. .........................14
2.3.4 Paper feed motor ..............................................................................................................14
2.3.5 Detectors ..........................................................................................................................14
2.3.6 Reliability ..........................................................................................................................14
2.4 Sensors .....................................................................................................................................15
2.5 Overall Dimensions...................................................................................................................16
2.5.1 Paper width 79.5 mm (Serial/Parallel model) ...................................................................16
2.5.2 Paper width 82.5 mm (Serial/Parallel model) ...................................................................17
2.5.3 Paper width 79.5 mm (USB model) ..................................................................................18
2.5.4 Paper width 82.5 mm (USB model) ..................................................................................19

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3.

CONTROL BOARD MODULE SPECIFICATIONS..........................................................................20


3.1 General Specifications ..............................................................................................................20
3.1.1 General features ...............................................................................................................20
3.1.2 Printing specifications.......................................................................................................21
3.1.3 Character specifications ...................................................................................................22
3.1.4 Shifting of the print position ..............................................................................................22
3.1.5 Notes on using a roll paper with marks ............................................................................23
3.1.6 Receive buffer...................................................................................................................23
3.1.7 Electrical characteristics ...................................................................................................24
3.2 Interfaces ..................................................................................................................................25
3.2.1 Serial Interface (RS-232)..................................................................................................25
3.2.2 Parallel interface (IEEE 1284) ..........................................................................................31
3.2.3 USB (Universal Serial Bus) Interface ...............................................................................37
3.3 Connectors................................................................................................................................38
3.3.1 Interface connectors .........................................................................................................38
3.3.2 Power supply connector ...................................................................................................39
3.3.3 Epson power supply connector ........................................................................................39

4.

FUNCTIONS....................................................................................................................................40
4.1 Buttons ......................................................................................................................................40
4.1.1 Panel buttons on control board module............................................................................40
4.1.2 DIP switches (Serial/Parallel Model) ................................................................................41
4.1.3 DIP switches (USB Model) ...............................................................................................43
4.1.4 Memory switches ..............................................................................................................44
4.2 Indicators...................................................................................................................................49
4.2. 1 LED.....................................................................................................................................49
4.3 Self-test .....................................................................................................................................50
4.4 Hexadecimal dump ...................................................................................................................51
4.5 Error Processing .......................................................................................................................52
4.5.1 Error types ........................................................................................................................52
4.5.2 Printer operation when an error occurs ............................................................................53
4.5.3 Data receive error (only for the serial interface model) ....................................................53
4.6 Print Buffer-full Printing .............................................................................................................54
4.7 Black Mark (BM)........................................................................................................................54
4.7.1 How to use the Black Mark...............................................................................................54
4.7.2 Detection position of the Black Mark ................................................................................54
4.7.3 Print starting position and cutting position........................................................................54
4.8 Applicable Power Supply ..........................................................................................................55
4.8.1 Recommended Power Supply ..........................................................................................55
4.8.2 Epson Power Supply ........................................................................................................55

APPENDIX ....................................................................................................................................... App.1


A.1 Notes on Handling the Printer ............................................................................................ App.1
A.2 Notes on Handling Thermal Paper ..................................................................................... App.4
A.3 Notes on Usage of Power Supply Unit ............................................................................... App.4

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1. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
1.1 System Configuration and Module Names
The whole system is called the EU-T432/T442 and each functional unit is called a module.
Loop guide (option)

Printer module

Control board module (behind)

Printer module

Paper roll
supply module

Cut sheet presenter


module

Standard model

Model without the paper roll supply module

Figure 1.1.1

EU-T432/T442 System Appearance

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1.2 Function of Modules
1.2.1 Roll paper supply module
This module holds the large diameter roll paper and guides the paper to the printer module. In the
paper path, there is a shock-absorbing mechanism that can reduce the paper feed load by the inertial
force of the roll paper.
1.2.2 Printer module
The printer module incorporates the printing mechanism with the paper feeding and cutting mechanism
to cut the paper.
1.2.3 Cut sheet presenter module
The cut sheet presenter module carries the paper that is printed and cut by the printer module to the
paper exit.
1.2.4 Control board module
The control board controls all functions of each module and has the interface connectors and the
power supply terminals.
The printer with the serial/parallel interface or the USB interface installs the serial/parallel interface or
the USB interface respectively.

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1.3 General Specifications
1.3.1 Roll paper
1) Outside diameter
2) Paper width
3) Paper thickness
4) Paper take-up direction:

152.4 mm
203 mm {8"} maximum (when equipped with optional parts)
79.5 0.5 mm {3.13 0.02"} (EU-T432)
82.5 0.5 mm {3.25 0.02"} (EU-T442)
60 to 150 m
Outside of the paper must be printed on.
NOTE: If roll paper with the print face inside is used a paper jam
may occur.

1.3.2 Paper carrying speed


150 mm/s {5.9"/s} maximum

1.3.3 Cut sheet length to be issued


Issuing the cut sheet

When the cut sheet is looped


with the cut sheet presenter
module (*)

76.2 mm to 228.6 mm

When the cut sheet is looped


with the cut sheet presenter
module
(when the EU-T432/T442 is
equipped with an optional loop
guide.) (*)

76.2 mm to 600 mm

When the cut sheet is not looped 76.2 mm to 3,000 mm


with the cut sheet presenter
module
(*): If the paper thickness is more than 120 m, the paper loop must not be used.

1.3.4 Print speed


150 mm/s {5.9"/s} maximum

1.3.5 Printable width


Maximum printable width
80 mm {3.15"}
For 79.5 0.5 mm paper width 72 mm {2.84"}
For 82.5 0.5 mm paper width 74 mm {2.91"}

1.3.6 Reliability
1) Receipt printing
2) Printer

Life:
300,000 times
MCBF: 740,000 times

Mechanism:
Thermal head:

Life:
15,000,000 lines paper feeding (line spacing: 3.75 mm)
MCBF: 37,000,000 lines paper feeding (line spacing: 3.75 mm)
Life:
100 km {62.14 miles}, 100 million pulses

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1.4 Module Combinations and Available Mode Types
1.4.1 Module combinations, external dimensions, and mass
Standard model
6" type
Combinations
of each
module

Model without the


paper supply
module

8" type

Roll paper supply module

Yes

Yes

--

Printer module

Yes

Yes

Yes

Control board module

Yes

Yes

Yes

Cut sheet presenter module

Yes

Yes

Yes

Paper supply spacer

--

Yes

--

Approximately
3.8 kg

Approximately
3.9 kg

Approximately
2.0 kg

Mass
External dimensions (WDH) mm
(See Section 2.6, Overall Dimensions.)

194 170 300


{7.646.7011.81"}

194 170 350


{7.646.7013.78"}

187 196.1 142.2


{7.367.725.60"}

1.4.2 Available model types and standard model


Each Function

Roll paper supply module

Selectable model

PS-180
connecting board
(DC-T500)

Roll paper
diameter (*1)

Paper near-end
sensor

Contents of
selectable model

With or without

6" or 8"

One or two

Standard model

With
Control Board
Module

Each Function

Selectable model

Multilingual

Contents of
selectable model

Yes or no

Standard model

No

6"

One

Printer Module

Cut sheet presenter


module

Loop guide
Black mark
sensor installation (Supports 600 mm
length of the
position (*2)
receipt paper)
Right or left
Face or back
Right on the back
of the paper

Yes or no
No

*1: If the printer has two paper near-end sensors, the roll papers used must be other than 152.4 mm
in outside diameter and other than 76.2 mm in inside diameter.
*2: See Section 2.2.5 for installation position of the black mark sensor.

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1.5 Environmental Conditions
1.5.1 Print guaranteed temperature and humidity
1) Temperature:
5 to 50C {41 to 122F}
2) Humidity:
10 to 80 %RH
34C 80%

Relative Humidity (%)

80
40C 58%

50

50C 35%
%
: Print quality is guaranteed
+

10
0

5 10

20

30

40

Figure 1.5.1

: Operation is guaranteed

50 55

Environmental Conditions

1.5.2 Environmental conditions for storage


1) Storage at high temperatures and high humidity:
Temperature:
Humidity:
Total time:

50C {122F}
90 % RH
240 hours

2) Storage at high temperatures:

Temperature:
Total time:

70C {158F}
240 hours

3) Storage at low temperatures:

Temperature:
Total time:

25C {13F}
240 hours

4) Long-term storage:

Temperature:
Humidity:
Period:

5 to 35C {41 to 95F}


40 to 70 % RH
Within 12 months
(Within 18 months after production)

5) Vibration resistance:

When unpacked:

Frequency:
Acceleration:
Sweep:
Duration:
Directions:

5 to 150 Hz
Approximately 19.6 m/s2 {2 G}
10 minutes (half cycle)
1 hour
X, Y, and Z

No external or internal damage should be found, and the unit


should operate normally.

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6) Impact resistance:
(without roll paper)

When packed:

Package:
See the package specification.
Height:
90 cm {35.4"} on concrete
Directions: one corner, three edges, six faces

No external or internal damage should be found after the drop


test, and the unit should operate normally.
When unpacked: Height:
5 cm {1.97"}
Directions: Lift one edge and release it
(for all 4 edges).
When the printer is not printing, no external or internal damage
should be found after the drop test.
147 m/s2 {15 G}
11 ms
Once each for Y and Z direction
Any mechanism installed part

7) Impact resistance (with roll paper) Impact acceleration:


Total operation time:
Direction:
Impact operation point:

Z direction

Z direction

Y direction

Y direction
Standard model

Model without the paper roll supply module

Figure 1.5.2

1.6 Installation
Permittable installation angle:

Directions to Make an Impact Test

Within 15 for the installation standard


(See Section 2.5, Overall Dimensions.)

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1.7 Applicable Standards
Product Name:
Model Name:

EU-T432 or EU-T442
<Serial/Parallel model>
M192B (6-inch and 8-inch models)
M192C (models without the roll paper supply module)
<USB model>
M192F (6-inch and 8-inch models)
M192G (models without the roll paper supply module)
The following standards are applied only to the printers that are so labeled. (EMC is tested using the
EPSON power supplies.)
1) Europe:
CE marking
Safety:
TV (EN60950)
2) North America:
EMI:
FCC/ICES-003 Class A
Safety:
UL60950/CSA C22.2 No.60950
3) Japan:
EMC:
VCCI Class A
4) Oceania:
EMC:
AS/NZS 3548 Class B
5) China:
CCC certified
GB4943
GB9254
GB17625.1

Conditions of Acceptability
1) For use only in or with complete equipment where the acceptability of the combination is determined
by Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
2) When installed in an end-product, consideration must be given to the following:
The investigated Pollution Degree is 2.
The end product enclosures are required fire enclosures.
3) This unit is intended to be supplied by SELV circuit only.
WARNING
The connection of a non-shielded printer interface cable to this printer will invalidate the EMC
standards of this device. You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by
SEIKO EPSON Corporation could void your authority to operate the equipment.

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CE Marking
The printer conforms to the following Directives and Norms:
Directive 89/336/EEC
EN 55022 Class B
EN 55024
IEC 61000-4-2
IEC 61000-4-3
IEC 61000-4-4
IEC 61000-4-5
IEC 61000-4-6
IEC 61000-4-11
FCC Compliance Statement For American Users
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, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case
the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
FOR CANADIAN USERS
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-033.

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1.8 TSCA Compliance
All the EPSON-specified ink, grease and oil materials used in this product are listed in the TSCA
chemical substance inventory of the U.S. Toxic Substances Control Act.
1.9 About Chemical Materials Included
The chemical materials contained in this product are managed based on Seiko Epson's policy and lists
of chemical substances banned in products (level 1 and 2) and controlled chemical substances set
forth
in Green Purchasing Standard. As for the chemical substances banned in products (level 1 and 2)
and controlled chemical substances, please see the following documents that are uploaded to the
Seiko Epson's homepage:
Homepage:
http://www.epson.co.jp/ecology/customer/green_cf.shtml (Japanese)
http://www.epson.co.jp/e/community/environmental_gpurchasing_2.htm (English)
Certification That Product Does Not Contain Banned Substances (level 1):
http://www.epson.co.jp/ecology/customer/green_p/seg_t_0102_j_20.pdf (Japanese)
http://www.epson.co.jp/ecology/customer/green_p/seg_t_0102_e_20.pdf (English)
http://www.epson.co.jp/ecology/customer/green_p/seg_t_0102_c20.pdf (Simplified Chinese)
Survey Tool for Substances to Be Eliminated From Products (level 2):
http://www.epson.co.jp/e/community/pdf/researchtool1_6_j.pdf (Japanese)
http://www.epson.co.jp/e/community/pdf/EliminationToolRev1_6.pdf (English)
SEG Green Purchasing Standard for Production Material:
http://www.epson.co.jp/e/community/pdf/gps_j.pdf (Japanese)
http://www.epson.co.jp/e/community/pdf/gps_e.pdf (English)
http://www.epson.co.jp/e/community/pdf/gps_c.pdf (Simplified Chinese)

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2. DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS OF MODULES (except the control board)
2.1 Roll paper Supply Module
2.1.1 Roll paper holding method
Shaft-holding method with a fixed shaft.
2.1.2 Adapted roll paper
1) Diameter:

152.4 mm
203 mm {8"} maximum (when equipped with optional parts)

2) Paper core size:


Inside diameter of roll paper

Outside diameter of paper core

Materials are solid Materials are soft


such as plastic
such as paper

Center value and its tolerance

Thickness of
paper core

Paper
thickness

25.4 0.3 mm
{1 0.01"}

25.4 0.5 mm
{1 0.02"}

33.4 0.5 mm
{1.32 0.02"}

4 mm
{0.16"}

60 to 90 m

50.8 0.3 mm
{2 0.01"}

50.8 0.5 mm
{2 0.02"}

60.8 0.5 mm
{2.39 0.02"}

5 mm
{0.20"}

60 to 120
m

76.2 0.3 mm
{3 0.01"}

76.2 0.5 mm
{3 0.02"}

86.2 0.5 mm to 96.2 0.5 mm


{3.39 0.02" to 3.79 0.02"}

5 to10 mm
{0.20" to 0.39"}

60 to 150
m

NOTES: 1. Use the adapter (roll paper holder) to fit the shaft for each size of paper core.
2. A roll paper holder for 25.4 {1"} inside diameter roll paper core is standard equipment.
Holders for 50.8 and 76.2 mm are available as options.
3. The 25.4 {1"} inside diameter roll paper core holder, which is standard equipment, can
also support 12.7 mm roll paper cores.
79.5 0.5 mm {3.13 0.02"}
82.5 0.5 mm {3.25 0.02"}
Outside of the paper must be printed on. (See Figure 2.1.1.)
NOTE: If roll paper with the print face inside is used, a paper jam
may occur.
Use a roll paper in which the core and the paper are not glued
together.

3) Paper width:
4) Paper take-up direction:

5) Paper end treatment:

Print face

Paper roll

Figure 2.1.1

Paper Take-up Direction

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2.1.3 Detectors (except model without the roll paper supply module)
1) Paper near-end sensor
a) Type:

Reflecting photosensor (with a remaining paper detection adjustment mechanism)

b) Length to be detected for the remaining paper: (as a guideline)


The length of the remaining paper can be changed with the position of the fixing
screw of the roll paper near-end sensor. (See Section 2.5, Overall Dimensions.)
If the roll paper has the following conditions:
Inside diameter of the roll paper core:
25.4 0.5 mm
Outside diameter of the roll paper core:
33.4 0.5 mm
Paper thickness:
65 m
Adjusting scale of the
roll paper near-end
sensor
Outside diameter of the
roll paper when
near-end is detected
Length of the paper
remaining when the
paper near-end is
detected

A
(default)

41.0

43.0

50.6

60.0

69.1

79.7

89.5

3.5 m
or
more

5.5 m
or
more

13 m
or
more

24 m
or
more

37 m
or
more

54 m
or
more

72 m
or
more

If the printer is equipped with the paper near-end sensor 2 (option), the printer
enters the near-end state when the paper near-end sensor 2 detects the paper
near-end.
Note that the paper near-end sensor 2 cannot be attached to the printer if the roll
paper with dimensions of 152.4 mm of the outside diameter of the roll paper and
76.2 mm of the roll paper core is used.
If the printer is not equipped with the paper near-end sensor 2, the printer enters
the secondary paper near-end when the printer feeds paper for the specified length
after detecting the paper near-end with the paper near-end sensor 1.
The paper length for the time between detecting the primary paper near-end with
the paper near-end sensor and sending the status of the secondary paper near-end
can be adjusted with the memory switch. For detailed specifications, see Section
4.1.2.3.)

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2.2 Printer Module
2.2.1 Print specifications
1) Printing method:
2) Dot density:
3) Printable area:

Thermal line dot printing


8 dots/mm

79.5 0.5 (Paper width)

82.5 0.5 (Paper width)

0.125

0.125

(3.75) (1.25)

(3.75)

(1.25)
80 (640 dots)
Maximum printable area

72 (576 dots)

<For 82.5 0.5 mm paper width>

<For 79.5 0.5 mm paper width>

82.5 0.5 (Paper width)


0.125

(0.75)

(3.25)
(79.25)
Printable area
80 (640 dots)
[Units: mm]

<For 82.5 0.5 mm paper width, left-margin zero model>

Figure 2.2.1
4) Example printing
a) Dot pitch:

Printable Area

Vertical direction:
Horizontal direction:

b) Example printing
Character structure:
Character size:
Column pitch:
Line pitch:
Number of columns:
5) Printing speed:
6) Paper feeding method:
7) Paper feeding speed:
8) Feeding pitch:

12 (W) 24 (H) font (including a horizontal 2-dot space)


1.25 mm (W) 3.0 mm (H) {0.05" 0.12"}
1.5 mm {0.06"}
3.75 mm {0.15"} (including a 6-dot line spacing)
53 maximum (for 80 mm print width)
150 mm/s {5.9"} maximum
Friction feed
150 mm/s {5.9"} maximum
0.125 mm {0.0049"}

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9) Print starting position (Dimension A in Figure 2.2.2):
When the back (reverse) feed is enabled (See Table 4.1.13.):
2.5 0.5 mm or 5.0 0.5 mm
When the back (reverse) feed is disabled:
16.0 0.5 mm
NOTE: It is recommended not to print for 16 dots (2 mm) {0.079"} after
starting to drive the paper feed motor, because the paper feeding
pitch disorder may occur.
Top of the receipt
Dimension A
Print starting position

ABCDEF..
16 dots (2mm)

Recommended print starting


position

ABCDEF..

Figure 2.2.2

Print Starting Position

2.2.2 Thermal print head


1) Total number of heat elements: 640 dots/dotline
2) Heat element density:
8 dots/mm
3) Typical resistance value:
657 10%
(Heat element resistance value, default value)
4) Drive Voltage:
Head:
DC +24 V 2.4 V {10%}
Driver IC: DC +5 V 0.25 V {5%}
2.2.3 Autocutter
1) Cut method:
2) Cutting edge:
3) Cutting position:

Blade-separated scissors type


Full-cut
See Figure 2.2.3

2.2.4 Paper feed motor


1) Type:
2) Driving voltage:

4-phase 48 bi-polar stepping motor


DC +24 V 2.4 V {10%}

2.2.5 Detectors
1) Autocutter reset sensor:
2) Paper-end sensor:
3) Print head temperature sensor:
4) Platen open sensor:
5) Black mark sensor:
a) Type:

Micro switch
Photosensor
Thermistor
Micro switch
Reflecting photosensor

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b) Size and specifications for black mark sensor
Left side face
of the paper

Right side face


of the paper

6 mm min.

6 mm min.
7 mm min. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 .....

A B C D E F.....

7 mm min.

6 mm min.

6 mm min.
7 mm min.

Left side back


of the paper

7 mm min.

Right side back


of the paper

Print starting position

Paper feed
direction

0.5 2 mm

33.6 0.5 mm

Center position
of the black
mark sensor

17.6 0.5 mm

Cutting position

Figure 2.2.3

Size and Position for Black Mark

NOTES: 1. The printer recognizes the black mark position 0.5 to 2 mm after the center of the black
mark. This value may differ depending on the reflecting rate or the distance between
the paper edge and black mark position. Check it with the paper to be used in
advance.
2. The black mark sensor must be installed in either of the following - face or back of the
paper. The standard position of the black mark is on the right side on the back of the
paper, as shown in Figure 2.2.3.
3. The reflecting rate of the black mark must be 21% or less, and the reflecting rate of the
white be 70% or less. The reflecting rate means the value which is measured with
Macbeth density meter (PCMII) D filter.

Paper feed direction


Black mark

i ng
ir nt de
P si

EPSON standard position


Figure 2.2.4

EPSON Standard Position for Black Mark

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2.2.6 Paper
1) Specified thermal paper:

Original paper No. P350


KSP
Original paper No. TF50KS-E NIPPON PAPER INDUSTRIES CO., LTD.
Original paper No. PD160R
OJI PAPER MFG. CO., LTD.
Original paper No. TF11KS-ET NIPPON PAPER INDUSTRIES CO., LTD.
Original paper No. TF51KS-X1 NIPPON PAPER INDUSTRIES CO., LTD.
Original paper No. PD200N
OJI PAPER MFG. CO., LTD.
Original paper No. AFP234
MITSUBISHI PAPER MILLS CO., LTD.
For the reliability of each paper type, see Table 2.2.2.
A different paper type may give a different print quality.
2) Paper width:
79.5 0.5 mm {3.13 0.02"}
82.5 0.5 mm {3.25 0.02"}
3) Paper thickness:
60 to 150 m
4) Diameter:
254 mm {10"} maximum
5) Paper take-up direction:
Outside of the paper must be printed on. (See Figure 2.2.5.)
NOTE: If roll paper with the print face inside is used, a paper jam
may occur.
6) Diameter of spool:
See Section 2.1.2, Adapted roll paper.
7) Paper end treatment:
Use a roll paper in which the core and the paper are not glued
together.
Print face

Paper roll
Figure 2.2.5

8) Surface treatment:
Paper-end mark:

Coating and pre-print:

Paper Take-up Direction

When printing paper-end marks on a print surface, the roll paper that
does not use ink that affects printing quality or that may damage the
print head must be used.
To coat and preprint on the print face, make sure to specify the types
of coat and ink that are capable of preventing deterioration of print
quality and papers sticking to the print head while the printer is left in a
high-temperature, high-humidity location. Check the printer
thoroughly before using the printer, because the level of sticking of the
paper to the print head and printing noise may become high.
The print method using a scratch tape that leaves the coating material
on the surface is prohibited because the material left may adhere to
the paper feed mechanism and cause a machine failure.

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2.2.7 Reliability
1) Mechanism (except thermal head and autocutter)
Life:
15,000,000 lines paper feeding (line spacing: 3.75 mm)
MCBF:
37,000,000 lines paper feeding (line spacing: 3.75 mm)
2) Thermal head
Life:

100 km, 1 108 pulses

3) Autocutter
Life:

1,000,000 cuts
(750,000 cuts when the paper thickness is 60 to 90 m at 30C or
more and 60%RH or more)

4) Paper and its Reliability


Table 2.2.2

Reliability
Paper type
No. P350
TF50KS-E
PD160R
TF11KS-ET
TF51KS-X1
PD200N
AFP234

Paper and its Reliability

Mechanism
Thermal head
Autocutter
Life(line)
MCBF(line)
Life
Life (cut)
1 million
15 million
37 million
100km, 1108 pulses
8
1 million
15 million
37 million
100km, 110 pulses
1 million
100km, 1108 pulses
15 million
37 million
8
1 million
100km, 110 pulses
15 million
37 million
1 million
15 million
37 million
100km, 1108 pulses
8
1 million
15 million
37 million
100km, 110 pulses
1 million
100km, 1108 pulses
15 million
37 million
(750,000 cuts when the paper thickness is 60 to 90 m at 30C or more and
60%RH or more)

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2.3 Cut Sheet Presenter Module
2.3.1 Presenter method
Friction feed
2.3.2 Presenting speed
150 mm/s {5.9"} maximum
2.3.3 Length of the receipt to be presented
Issuing the cut sheet

When the cut sheet is looped


with the cut sheet presenter
module (*)

76.2 mm to 228.6 mm

When the cut sheet is looped


with the cut sheet presenter
module
(when the EU-T432/T442 is
equipped with an optional loop
guide.) (*)

76.2 mm to 600 mm

When the cut sheet is not looped 76.2 mm to 3,000 mm


with the cut sheet presenter
module
(*): If the paper thickness is more than 120 m, paper loop must not be used.

2.3.4 Paper feed motor


1) Type:
2) Power voltage:
3) Driving method:

4-phase 20 bi-polar stepping motor


DC +24 V 2.4 V {10%}
Constant current control
NOTE: Provide a pause of 2t seconds or more after elapse of the
total time required for printing and feeding the cut sheet
(t seconds, t 60 seconds).

2.3.5 Detectors
1) Paper eject sensor:
Photosensor
2) Cut sheet presence sensor: Photosensor
3) Presenter open sensor:
Microswitch
2.3.6 Reliability
1) Life:
2) MCBF:

Receipt printing:
Receipt printing:

300,000 times
740,000 times

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2.4 Sensors

Printer module
Black mark sensor

Paper sensor
(paper end)
Platen open sensor

Cut sheet presence sensor


(T/T: Ticket Taken sensor)
Carried paper sensor
(T/E: Ticket Edge Sensor)

Presenter open sensor

Cut sheet
presenter module

Paper near-end sensor 2 (option)

Paper near-end sensor 1

Optical method
Reflecting
Transparent

Name of Sensors
Paper near-end 1 (*)
Paper near-end 2 (*)

Mechanical
Method

Paper detector

Black mark

Platen open

Cut sheet presence sensor


(T/T: Ticket Taken sensor)

Carried paper sensor


(T/E: Ticket Edge sensor)

Presenter open

(*) Except model without the roll paper supply module

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3. CONTROL BOARD SPECIFICATIONS
3.1 General Specifications
3.1.1 General features
1) Available models
Two types of model can be selected with the control board module.
Standard model:
Supports ANK characters (ANK = alphanumeric)
Multilingual model:
Supports ANK and Kanji characters
2) Kanji supported model
The following models are available for the control board module:
Japanese model:
Supports JIS Level 1 and 2 (JIS X0208-90)
Simplified Chinese model:
Supports GB2312-80
Traditional Chinese model:
Supports BIG5 Level 1 and 2
Korean model:
Supports KS C-5601C
(Contact EPSON for the availability of each product.)
3) Software
The control board module is supported by a command protocol based on the ESC/POS standard.
(See detailed command specifications.)
4) Hardware
<Serial/Parallel model>
Built-in serial interface (RS-232)
Built-in parallel interface (IEEE 1284)
Print mode and interface used can be selected by DIP switches.
<USB model>
Built-in USB interface
Print mode can be selected by DIP switches.
5) Driver software
The following software is provided by EPSON.
Windows driver
Status monitor (this is packaged with the Windows driver).
(Contact EPSON for the availability of the driver software)

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3.1.2 Printing specifications
1) Printing method:

Thermal line printing

2) Dot density:

0.125 mm 0.125 mm {0.0049" 0.0049"}

3) Printing direction:

Unidirectional with friction feed

4) Printing width (maximum):

80 mm {3.15"} maximum (640-dot positions)


72 mm {2.99"} (576-dot positions)

5) Characters per line:


Table 3.1.1 Characters Per Line
When Font A When Font B
Print width
is selected
is selected
80 mm
53
71

72 mm

48

When Kanji is selected


(only for multilingual model)
26

64

24

6) Character spacing (default): Font A:


0.25 mm {0.0098"} (2 dots)
Font B:
0.25 mm {0.0098"} (2 dots)
Kanji:
0 mm {0"} (0 dots) (default)
Programmable by control command
(in increments of 0.125 mm {1/203"}).
7) Printing speed:

Approximately 50 to 150 mm/s {2 to 6"/s}


Approximately 70 mm/s {3"/s} maximum when a ladder bar code is
printed.
Printing speed may be slower, depending on the data transmission
speed and combination of control commands, temperature, supply
voltage, or selection of the print density.

8) Paper feed speed:

Approximately 150 mm/s {6"/s}

9) Line spacing (default):

30 dots (3.75 mm {0.15"})


Programmable by control command (in increments of 0.125 mm
{1/203"}).
NOTE: When the printer to the standby (data-waiting) state during printing, it temporarily stops
printing and feeding paper. When data is transmitted and printing is executed, paper may
shift 1 to 3 dots from the print starting position, which especially affects bit-image printing.

10) Other printing functions:

Nine types of the bar code are supported.


(UPC-A, UPC-E, JAN(EAN)13, JAN(EAN)8, CODE39, ITF,
CODABAR, CODE93, CODE128, PDF417)
Also, bit image printing is supported.
NOTE: When printing ladder bar code and 2-dimensional codes, bar codes may not be read
correctly depending on the print speed and/or print density. Select the adequate print
speed and print density and confirm that the ladder bar code and 2-dimensional codes are
read correctly.

11) Possible modules to be connected


The following modules can be connected to the control board module:
Printer module
Cut sheet presenter module
Roll paper supply module
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3.1.3 Character specifications
1) Number of characters:
Alphanumeric characters: 95
Extended graphics:
128 11 pages
(including one space page)
International characters:
37
2) Character structure:
Font A: 12 24 (including 2-dot horizontal spacing)
Font B: 9 17 (including 2-dot horizontal spacing)
Kanji:
24 24 (only when multilingual is selected)
Font A is selected as the default.
3) Character size:
Table 3.1.2

Standard

Character Size

Double-height

Double-width

Double-width/
Double-height
W H (mm)
2.5 6.0
1.76 4.25
6.0 6.0

W H (mm)
W H (mm)
W H (mm)
Font A 12 24
1.25 3.0
1.25 6.0
2.5 3.0
Font B 9 17
0.88 2.13
0.88 4.25
1.76 2.13
Kanji
24 24
3.0 3.0
3.0 6.0
6.0 3.0
Space between characters is not included.
Characters can be scaled up to 64 times as large as the standard sizes.

3.1.4 Shifting of the print position


1) Two-part energizing mode
In two-part energizing mode, printing may shift from the center of the print head position.

Approximately
0.06 mm
{0.0024"}
Center of Head
Figure 3.1.1

Shifting of the Print Position

NOTE: The print position within the printable area of the thermal elements for the second block is
shifted approximately 0.06 mm in the paper feed direction from the position for the first block.
Be sure not to print a ladder bar code across both printable areas, as this can cause
variations in printing which are difficult to read.

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2) Four-part energizing mode
In four-part energizing mode, printing may shift at the one-fourth, one half (center), or three-fourths
position from the left side of the print head.
The print quality of four-part energizing mode may be less than that of the non-divided or two-part
energizing mode.

Head 1/4

Center of Head

Figure 3.1.2

Approxmately
0.1 mm

Head 3/4

Shifting of the Print Position

NOTES: 1. The print positions at the three boundaries shown in Figure 3.1.2 are shifted
approximately 0.1 mm in the paper feed direction from the next ones. Be sure not to
print a ladder bar code across both printable areas, as this can cause variations in
printing which are difficult to read.
2. Note that the print quality may not be satisfactory if the four-part energizing mode is
used.
3. When four-part energizing mode is selected, the maximum print speed is 50 mm/s
{1.97"/s}.

3.1.5 Notes on using a roll paper with marks


1) Due to possible paper slack and/or variations, the starting position of printing may vary by
approximately 1 mm { 0.04"}.
2) To compensate for a potential error of approximately 1 mm in recognition of label lengths, set
the printing area within this tolerance in size (label length 4 mm {0.16"}).
3) To print data within the printable area, be sure to send an FF after the data for each label is sent.
4) Do not use anything other than label rolls with the dimensions shown above. Do not mix labels
of different lengths on one roll.
3.1.6 Receive buffer
4 KB (fixed)

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3.1.7 Electrical characteristics
1) Supply voltage (input voltage to the PCB):
+24 VDC 2.4 V
2) Current consumption (at 24V, 25C {77F}):
High speed mode:
Mean:
Approximately 6.6 A
Peak:
Approximately 10.9 A
Two-part energizing mode:
Mean:
Approximately 5.1 A
Peak:
Approximately 7.4 A
Four-part energizing mode:
Mean:
Approximately 4.9 A
Peak:
Approximately 5.5 A
Standby:
Mean:
Approximately 0.3 A

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3.2 Interfaces
3.2.1 Serial Interface (RS-232)
3.2.1.1 Specifications (RS-232 compatible)

Data transmission:

Serial

Synchronization:

Asynchronous

Handshaking:

CTS/RTS, DTR/DSR or XON/XOFF control

Signal levels:

MARK = -3 to -15 V:

Logic 1/ OFF

SPACE = +3 to +15 V: Logic 0/ ON


Baud rates:

4800, 9600, 19200, 38400 bps (bps: bits per second)

Data word length:

8 bits (fixed)

Parity Settings:

None, even, odd

Stop bits:

1 or more

Connector (printer side):


Male D-SUB9 pin connector
NOTES: 1. The handshaking, baud rate, and parity depend on the DIP switch settings. (See Section
4.1.2.)
2. The stop bit for the printer side is fixed to 1.
3.2.1.2 Switching between online and offline

The printer does not have an online/offline switch.


The printer goes offline:
1) Between when the power is turned on (including reset using the interface) and when the
printer is ready to receive data.
2) During the self-test.
3) When the platen is open.
4) When the cut sheet presenter module is open.
5) During paper feeding using the paper FEED button.
6) When the paper sensor detects a paper end. (*)
7) When an error has occurred.
8) While auto-loading.
(*) The printer goes offline even if the paper sensor does not detect a paper end, when the
paper is ejected in a backward direction by a reverse feed command or by a paper FEED
button and a paper exchange (BACK FEED) button simultaneously.

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3.2.1.3 Interface connector terminal assignments and signal functions

Interface connector terminal assignments and signal functions are described in Table 3.2.1.
Table 3.2.1

Signal Assignments and Functions

Pin number

Signal name

Signal
direction

RXD

Input

Receive data

TXD

Output

Transmit data

DTR

Output

1) When DTR/DSR or CTS/RTS control is selected, this signal


indicates whether the printer is busy. SPACE indicates that the
printer is ready to receive data, and MARK indicates that the
printer is busy. The busy (MARK) condition can be changed by
using the Memory Switch 3 status (See Section 4.1.4.):

Function

Printer status
1. During the period from when the power is turned on
to when the printer is ready to receive data.
2. During the self-test.

Offline

3. When the platen is open.


4. When the presenter is open
5. During paper feeding using the paper FEED button.
6. When the printer stops printing due to a paper-end.
7. During macro executing standby status.
8. When an error has occurred.
9. When the receive buffer becomes full. (See NOTE)

Memory SW3 status


ON
OFF

BUSY

BUSY

BUSY

BUSY

BUSY
BUSY
BUSY
BUSY
BUSY
BUSY
BUSY
BUSY

2) When XON/XOFF control is selected:


The signal indicates whether the printer is correctly connected and
is ready to receive data. SPACE indicates that the printer is
ready to receive data. The signal is always SPACE, except in the
following cases:
During the period from when the power is turned on to when the
printer is ready to receive data.
During the self-test.
5

SG

Signal ground

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Table 3.2.1

Signal Assignments and Functions (Continued)

Pin number

Signal name

Signal
direction

Function

DSR

Input

This signal indicates whether the host PC can receive data.


SPACE indicates that the host PC can receive data, and MARK
indicates that the host PC cannot receive data.
When DTR/DSR control is selected, the printer transmits data after
confirming this signal (except when transmitting data by DLE EOT,
and GS a).
When XON/XOFF control is selected, the printer does not check this
signal.
This signal can be used as the printer reset signal by the setting of
the DIP switch. (See Section 4.1.2.)
The printer is reset by the MARK signal, which is longer than 1 ms in
pulse width. (See Section 3.2.1.7.)

RTS

Output

CTS

Input

Same as DTR signal.


This signal indicates whether the host PC can receive data.
SPACE indicates that the host PC can receive data, and MARK
indicates that the host PC cannot receive data.
When DTR/DSR control is selected, the printer transmits data after
confirming this signal (except when transmitting data by DLE EOT,
and GS a).
When XON/XOFF control is selected, the printer does not check this
signal.

NOTES: *1: When the remaining space in the receive buffer drops to 128 bytes, the printer status
becomes "buffer full," and it remains "buffer full" until the space in the receive buffer
increases to 256 bytes.
*2: If either CTS or DSR signal is ready for receiving data when the DTR/DSR or RTS/CTS
control is selected, the printer transmits data to the host PC.
Please consider this in advance.

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3.2.1.4 XON/XOFF transmission timing

When XON/XOFF control is selected, the printer transmits XON or XOFF signals as follows.
Transmission timing differs, depending on the setting of Memory Switch 3.
Table 3.2.2

XON/XOFF Transmission Timing

Memory Switch 3
ON
OFF

Printer status
XON transmission

(1) When the printer goes online after you turn on the
power

Transmit Transmit

(2) When the receive buffer is released from the buffer


full state

Transmit Transmit

(3) When the printer switches from offline to online

Transmit

(4) When the printer recovers from an error using the


commands

Transmit

XOFF Transmission (5) When the receive buffer becomes full


(6) When the printer switches from online to offline

Transmit Transmit

Transmit

NOTES: 1. The XON code is <11>H and the XOFF code is <13>H.
2. In case (3), XON is not transmitted when the receive buffer is full.
3. In case (6), XOFF is not transmitted when the receive buffer is full.
3.2.1.5 Serial interface connection example

A cable with the signal connection shown below can be used.


Control board side
D-SUB9
Signal
Pin No.
Name
1
(NC)
2
RxD
3
TxD
4
DTR
5
SG
6
DSR
7
RTS
8
CTS
9
(NC)
NC = Not Connected

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TxD
DTR
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DSR
RTS
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A cable with the signal connection shown below cannot be used.
Control board side
D-sub9
Signal
Pin No.
Name
1
(NC)
2
RxD
3
TxD
4
DTR
5
SG
6
DSR
7
RTS
8
CTS
9
(NC)

Signal
Name
DCD
RxD
TxD
DTR
SG
DSR
RTS
CTS
RI

User side
D-SUB9
Pin No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

NOTE: Transmit data to the printer after turning on the power and initializing the printer.
3.2.1.6 Notes on setting Memory Switch 1-3 to ON
1) The printer mechanism stops but does not become busy when: an error has occurred, the platen
is open, printing stops due to a paper-end, or paper is fed using the paper FEED button.
2) When setting Memory Switch to ON to enable handshaking with the printer, be sure to check the
printer status using the GS a command and the ASB function. In this setting, the default value
of n for GS a is 2. The printer automatically transmits the printer status, depending on
online/offline changes.
3) When using DLE EOT be sure that the receive buffer does not become full.
When using a host PC that cannot transmit data when the printer is busy:
If an error has occurred, DLE EOT cannot be used when the printer is busy due to a receive
buffer-full state.
When using a host PC that can transmit data when the printer is busy:
When the receive buffer becomes full while transmitting bit-image data, DLE EOT sent while
bit-image data is processed is considered bit-image data. Data transmitted when the receive
buffer is full may be lost.
Example: Check printer status using GS r 1 after transmitting each line of data and use the
4KB receive buffer. Transmit one line of data so that the receive buffer does not
become full.

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3.2.1.7 Notes on resetting the printer using the interface
The printer can be reset using interface pin 6 by changing the DIP switch setting. (See Table 4.1.4,
DIP switch.)

Signal Line
Pin 6 (DSR)
Pin 6 (DSR)

Table 3.2.3 Reset Switching


DIP Switch
Reset Condition
DSW 2-7: ON
SPACE level input
DSW 2-8: ON
MARK level input

To reset the printer, the following requirements must be satisfied.


DC characteristics:
Table 3.2.4 Reset DC Characteristics
Pin 6 (DSR)
Active reset voltage

VA

15 to 3 V

Negative reset voltage

VN

+3 to +15 V

Active reset voltage

IA

5.3 mA (max.)

Negative reset voltage

IN

5.0 mA (max.)

Input impedance

RIN

3 k (min.)

AC characteristics:

Minimum reset pulse width:

TRS 1 ms (minimum)

When using pin 6 (DSR) (DIP switch 2-7 is ON):


TRS
SPACE H
MARK L

Figure 3.2.1

Minimum Reset Pulse Width (pin 6)

When pin 6 (DSR) is open (the state that the interface connector is not connected) with DIP
SW 2-7 ON, the printer is operating.
When using pin 6 (DSR) (DIP switch 2-8 is ON):
TRS
H
SPACE

L
MARK

Figure 3.2.2

Minimum Reset Pulse Width (pin 6)

When pin 6 (DSR) is open (the state that the interface connector is not connected) with DIP
SW 2-8 ON, the printer is reset. If the interface cable is disconnected while the power is
turned on, the printer is reset and the printer operation becomes unstable. Do not
disconnect the interface cable while the power is turned on.
NOTE: When a signal that does not satisfy the requirements above is input, printer operation is not
guaranteed.

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3.2.2 Parallel interface (IEEE 1284)
Copyright 1994 by the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers, Inc.
3.2.2.1 Compatibility mode
(Data Transmission from Host PC to Printer: Centronics compatible)

(1) Outline
Compatibility Mode supports compatibility with the Centronics parallel interface.
(2) Specifications
Data transmission:
8-bit parallel
Synchronization:
Externally supplied nStrobe signals
Handshaking:
nAck and Busy signals
Signal levels:
TTL compatible
Connector:
ADS-B36BLFDR176 (Honda) or equivalent (IEEE 1284 Type B)
NOTE: The letter "n" in front of a signal name indicates active LOW.
(3) Switching between online and offline
The printer is not equipped with any online/offline switch.
any of the following:

The printer enters offline status after

1) When the power is turned on or until the printer becomes ready for data transmission after it is
initialized by the reset signal (nInit) from the interface.
2) During the self-test.
3) When the platen is open.
4) When the cut sheet presenter module is open.
5) During paper feeding using the paper FEED button.
6) When the paper sensor detects a paper end. (*)
7) When an error has occurred.
8) While auto-loading.
(*) The printer goes offline even if the paper sensor does not detect a paper end, when the
paper is ejected in a backward direction by a reverse feed command or by a paper FEED
button and a paper exchange (BACK FEED) button simultaneously.
3.2.2.2 Reverse mode (data transmission from printer to host PC)

Status data transmissions from the printer to the host PC proceed in the Nibble or Byte mode.
Description
This mode allows data transmission from the asynchronous printer under the control of the host
PC.
Data transmissions in the Nibble Mode are made via the existing control lines in units of four bits
(a Nibble). In the Byte Mode, data transmissions proceed by making the eight-bit data lines
bidirectional.
Both modes fail to proceed concurrently in the Compatibility Mode, causing half duplex
transmission.

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3.2.2.3 Interface pin assignments for each mode

Pin

Source

Compatibility Mode

Nibble Mode

Byte Mode

Host

nStrobe

HostClk

HostClk

Host/Ptr

Data0(LSB)

Data0(LSB)

Data0(LSB)

Host/Ptr

Data1

Data1

Data1

Host/Ptr

Data2

Data2

Data2

Host/Ptr

Data3

Data3

Data3

Host/Ptr

Data4

Data4

Data4

Host/Ptr

Data5

Data5

Data5

Host/Ptr

Data6

Data6

Data6

Host/Ptr

Data7(MSB)

Data7(MSB)

Data7(MSB)

10

Printer

nAck

PtrClk

PtrClk

11

Printer

Busy

PtrBusy/Data3, 7

PtrBusy

12

Printer

PError

AckDataReq/Data2, 6

AckDataReq

13

Printer

Select

Xflag/Data1, 5

Xflag

14

Host

nAutoFd

HostBusy

HostBusy

15

NC

ND

ND

16

GND

GND

GND

17

FG

FG

FG

18

Logic-H

Logic-H

Logic-H

19

Printer

GND

GND

GND

20

GND

GND

GND

21

GND

GND

GND

22

GND

GND

GND

23

GND

GND

GND

24

GND

GND

GND

25

GND

GND

GND

26

GND

GND

GND

27

GND

GND

GND

28

GND

GND

GND

29

GND

GND

GND

30

GND

GND

GND

31

Host

nInit

nInit

32

Printer

nFault

nDataAvail/Data0, 4

nDataAvail

GND

ND

ND

DK_STATUS

ND

ND

33

nInit

34

Printer

35

Printer

+5V

ND

ND

36

Host

nSelectIn

1284-Active

1284-Active

NC:
ND:

Not Connected
Not Defined

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NOTES: 1. A prefix n to signal names refers to L active signals. If the host PC is not provided with
all of the signal lines listed above, both-way communication fails.
2. For interfacing, signal lines shall use twisted pair cables with the return sides connected to
signal ground level.
3. Interfacing conditions shall all be based on the TTL level to meet the characteristics
described below. In addition, both rise time and fall time of each signal shall be
0.5 s or less.
4. Data transmissions shall not ignore the nAck or Busy signals. An attempt to transmit data
with either nAck or Busy signal ignored can cause lost data. (Data transmissions to the
printer shall be made after verifying the nAck signal or while the Busy signal is at the L
level.)
5. Interface cables shall be the minimum length required.
3.2.2.4 Electrical characteristics
DC Characteristics (Except Logic-H, +5 V signals)

Characteristics

Symbol

Specifications
Min

Max

Output HIGH voltage


Output LOW voltage
Output HIGH current
Output LOW current

VOH
VOL
IOH
IOL

*2.4 V
-0.5 V
0.32 mA
-12 mA

5.5 V
*0.4 V
-

Input HIGH voltage


Input LOW voltage
Input HIGH current
Input LOW current

VIH
VIL
IIH
IIL

2.0 V
-

0.8 V
-0.32 mA
12 mA

Conditions
*IOH=0.32 mA
*IOL=-12 mA
VOH=2.4 V
VOL=0.4 V

VIH=2.0 V
VIL=0.8 V

Logic-H Signal Sender Characteristics

Characteristics

Symbol

Output HIGH voltage


Output LOW voltage

VOH
VOL

Specifications

Conditions

Min

Max

3.0 V
-

5.5 V
2.0 V

While the power is OFF

+5 V Signal Sender Characteristics

Characteristics

Symbol

Output HIGH voltage


Output LOW voltage
Output HIGH current
Output LOW current

VOH
VOL
IOH
IOL

Specifications

Conditions

Min

Max

*2.4 V
- **

5.5 V
- **
0.32 mA
-

*IOH=0.32 mA
While the power is OFF

VOH=2.4 V
While the power is OFF

** No guarantee is offered to VOL and IOL while the power is OFF.

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3.2.2.5 Data receiving timing (compatibility mode)
DATA

Data n

Data n+1

nStrobe
tSetup

tSTB

Busy

tHold
Peripheral Busy

tReady

tBUSY

nAck
tReply

tACK

tnBUSY
tNext

Characteristics

Symbol

Specifications
Min [ns]

Max [ns]

Data Hold Time

tHold

750

--

Data Setup Time

tSetup

750

--

tSTB

750

--

READY Cycle Idle Time

tReady

--

BUSY Output Delay Time

tBUSY

500

Data Processing Time

tReply

ACKNLG Pulse Width

tACK

500

10 s

BUSY Release Time

tnBUSY

ACK Cycle Idle Time

tNEXT

--

STROBE Pulse Width

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3.2.2.6 Notes on resetting the printer through the interface

In Compatibility Mode, printer reset is available through the interface nInit signal (pin #31) by
changing the DIP switch setting. To enable printer reset, the signal timing below shall be satisfied.
However, in Reverse Mode (when pin #36 nSelectIn/1284-Active is High), the reset signal is ignored.
DC characteristic:
TTL level
AC characteristics:
Minimum reset pulse width:

TRS 50 s (min.)

nSelectIn

(1284-Active)
nInit

min.1 ms

min.0

tf

tr
TRS

NOTE: The letter n in front of signal name indicates active LOW.

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3.2.2.7 Example Connection with PC

Host (IEEE1284-A)
nSTROBE/HostClk
DATA1
DATA2
DATA3
DATA4
DATA5
DATA6
DATA7
DATA8
nACK/PtrClk
BUSY
PError/AckDataReq
Select/Xflag
nAutoFeed/HostAck
nFault/nDataAvail
nINIT
nSelectIn/IEEE1284Active
Signal Ground
Signal Ground
Signal Ground
Signal Ground
Signal Ground
Signal Ground
Signal Ground
Signal Ground

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
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25

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DATA1
DATA2
DATA3
DATA4
DATA5
DATA6
DATA7
DATA8
nACK/PtrClk
BUSY
PError/AckDataReq
Select/Xflag
nAutoFeed/HostAck
Signal Ground
Peripheral Logic High
Signal Ground
Signal Ground
Signal Ground
Signal Ground
Signal Ground
Signal Ground
Signal Ground
Signal Ground
Signal Ground
Signal Ground
Signal Ground
Signal Ground
nINIT
nFault/nDataAvail
nSelectIn/IEEE1284Active
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3.2.3 USB Interface (Universal Serial Bus)
3.2.3.1 USB transmission specifications

USB function
Overall specifications:
according to USB 2.0 specifications
Transmission speed:
USB Full-Speed (12 Mbps)
Transmission method:
USB bulk transmission method
Power supply specifications:
USB self power supply function
Current consumed by USB bus: 0 mA (provided entirely from the unit)
USB packet size
With Full-Speed connection
USB bulk OUT (TM)
64 bytes
USB bulk IN (TM)
64 bytes
HUB:
Not installed
3.2.3.2 Status transmission from printer with USB interface
With this interface, the status of the printer is transmitted to the host PC via the USB bulk transmission
method.
The USB bulk transmission method is a host-controlled transmission method. Unlike RS232
transmission, it cannot spontaneously interrupt data transmission to the host PC. The printer has a
128-byte status data buffer. Statuses that exceed the buffer capacity are cancelled. In order to
ensure that there is no lack of status data, it is necessary to periodically retrieve status data at the host
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3.3 Connectors
3.3.1 Interface connectors
See Section 3.2, Interfaces.
3.3.1.1 Interface connector (Serial/Parallel model)

Serial interface
connetor

Figure 3.3.1

Parallel interface
connector

Serial/Parallel Connector Panel External Appearance

NOTES: 1. Attach the connector cover packed with the product to the unused interface connector.
2. Attach both sides of the serial interface to the case such as metal firmly.
3.3.1.2 Interface connector (USB model)

USB interface connector

Figure 3.3.2

Locking wire saddle

USB Connector Panel External Appearance

NOTE: The USB cable must be led into the locking wire saddle to prevent it from being pulled out.

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3.3.2 Power supply connector
This connector is used to connect the printer to an external power source.
1) Pin assignments:
See Table 3.3.1.
2) User side connector model: Housing: 5195-04 (MOLEX)
Terminal: 5194 (MOLEX)
Table 3.3.1

Power Supply Connector Pin Assignments

Pin Number
1
2
3
4

Signal Name
GND
+24 VDC
+24 VDC
GND

CN3

Figure 3.3.3

Power Supply Connector

NOTES: 1. The PCB does not have a power switch on the board. Be sure to turn the power supply
from the power source off first when the PCB is turned off.
2. When the power is turned on, the peak current may reach approximately 10A.
Consider this for the power switch part to be used.

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4. FUNCTIONS
4.1 Buttons
4.1.1 Panel buttons on control board module
1) FEED button (PAPER FEED) (See Figure 4.2.1.)
Type:
Non-locking push button
Functions: When the BM (black mark) sensor is disabled, the printer feeds paper one line,
based on the line spacing set by ESC 2 and ESC 3. When the BM sensor is
enabled, the printer will feed paper by mark paper unit.
NOTE: The black mark sensor is called as BM sensor here after.
Paper feeding using the paper FEED button cannot be performed under the
following conditions:
(1) The panel buttons are disabled by ESC c 5.
(2) The roll paper end sensor detects a paper end.
(3) The platen cover is open.
If you press this button when the printer is in the macro execution standby state,
the defined macro is executed.
During self-test printing, you can stop the self-test temporarily by pressing this
button and restart it by pressing the button again.

2) Paper Exchange button (BACK FEED)


Type:

Non-locking push button

Functions: When the BACK FEED button is pressed while the PAPER FEED button is
pressed, the paper is fed into the backward direction.
This button makes paper exchange easy when the paper is still remaining in the
paper module.

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4.1.2 DIP switches (Serial/Parallel Model)
Two DIP switches are mounted on the control board module.
the board, as shown in Figure 4.1.1.

The DIP switch number is printed on

ON

ON
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

DSW1

Figure 4.1.1

DSW2

DIP Switch Layout

4.1.2.1 DIP switch 1


Table 4.1.1

SW No.
Function
1
BM sensor
2
Interface selection
3
Serial interface
4
handshaking
Serial interface parity
5
check
Serial interface parity
6
selection
7
Serial interface baud rate
selection
8

DIP Switch 1 (DSW1)

ON
Enabled

OFF
Disabled

See Table 4.1.2.

Factory setting
Off
Off
Off

XON/XOFF

DTR/DSR or
CTS/RTS

Off (*)

Yes

No

Off (*)

Even

Odd

Off (*)

See Table 4.1.3.

Off (*)

(*) Effective only when the serial interface is selected.


Table 4.1.2

Interface Selection

Switch number

Interface

Parallel interface (IEEE 1284)


Serial interface (RS-232)
Optional interface

Off
Off
On

Table 4.1.3

Off
On
On or Off
Baud Rate Selection

Switch number

Transmission Speed (bps)

4800

On

On

9600

Off

On

19200

On

Off

38400

Off

Off

bps: bits per second

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4.1.2.2 DIP switch 2
Table 4.1.4

SW No.
Function
1
Model type selection
2
3
Print density selection
4
5
Operation mode selection
6
Factory use
7
I/F pin 6 reset signal-1
8
I/F pin 6 reset signal-2
*1: Fixed to Off
*2:

DIP Switch 2 (DSW2)

ON

OFF

Factory setting

Remarks

Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
Off

*1
*2
*2

See Table 4.1.5.


See Table 4.1.6.
See Table 4.1.7.
Enabled
Enabled

Disabled
Disabled

Effective only in the serial interface model.


Table 4.1.5

Model Type Selection

Switch Number

Model

EU-T442 (82.5 mm paper-width model) (640 dots)

Off

Off

EU-T432 (79.5 mm paper-width model) (576 dots)

On

Off

NOTE: The default settings at the factory may be changed depending on the paper width.
The spare unit is fixed to Off.
Table 4.1.6

Level
1
2
3
4

Print Density
Slightly light
Normal
Slightly dark
Dark

On
Off
On
Off
Table 4.1.7

Operation mode
Hexadecimal dump
Normal

Print Density Selection


Switch Number
3
4
On
Off
Off
On
Operation Mode Selection
Switch Number
5

On
Off

NOTES: 1. Changes in DIP switch settings (excluding switches 2-7 and 2-8 interface reset signals)
are recognized only when the printer power is turned on or when the printer is reset by
using the interface.
2. If you turn on DIP switches 2-7 and 2-8 while the printer power is turned on, the printer
may be reset, depending on the signal state. DIP switches should not be changed
while the printer power is on.

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4.1.3 DIP switches (USB Model)
One DIP switch is mounted on the control board module.
ON
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

DSW1

Figure 4.1.2

DIP Switch Layout

4.1.3.1 DIP switch 1


Table 4.1.8

SW No.
Function
1
Model type selection
2
3
Print density selection
4
5
Operation mode selection
6
Factory use
7
BM sensor
8
Reserved
*1: Fixed to Off

DIP Switch 1 (DSW1)

ON

Factory setting

Remarks

See Table 4.1.5.


Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
Off

See Table 4.1.6.


See Table 4.1.7.
Enabled

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4.1.4

Memory switches

Other settings except DIP switches 1 and 2 are set by the memory switches.
Table 4.1.9 Memory Switch 1
SW No.

Function

ON (Set to 1)

1
2

Reserved
Reserved

---

BUSY condition

Receive buffer full

4
5
6
7
8

Receive error
Ignored
Auto line feed
Always enabled
Reserved
-Reserved
-Reserved
-*1: Effective only in the serial interface model.

OFF (Set to 0)
Fixed to Off
Fixed to Off
Receive buffer full or
offline
Prints ?
Always disabled
Fixed to Off
Fixed to Off
Fixed to Off

Factory
setting
Off (0)
Off (0)

Remarks

Off (0)
Off (0)
Off (0)
Off (0)
Off (0)
Off (0)

*1
*2

*2: Effective only in the parallel interface model.


Table 4.1.10

SW No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

Function
Reserved
Reserved
Reserved
Reserved
Reserved
Reserved
Reserved
Reserved

Memory Switch 2, 3, 4, 5

ON (Set to 1)
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Fixed to Off
Fixed to Off
Fixed to Off
Fixed to Off
Fixed to Off
Fixed to Off
Fixed to Off
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Table 4.1.11

SW No.

Function

Selection of paper
loading operation
Error signal output

Print speed control

ON (Set to 1)

Selection of type of
thermal paper

Selection of the paper


near-end detection
Selection of the
operation by GS FF

7
8

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

Off (0)

*7

Enabled
Power consumption
has priority over
print speed

Off (0)

*7, *8

Off (0)

*1

Disabled

Enabled

Off (0)

*2

-Excellent
preservation paper
(thick type)

Fixed to Off

Off (0)

Normal

Off (0)

*3

By a BM sensor

By a near-end
sensor

Off (0)

*9

Disabled

Enabled

Off (0)

Function
Reserved
Setting for paper
near-end detecting
position
Operation after cutting
Paper initializing
operation at power on
Reserved
Reserved
Reserved

Remarks

Disabled
Speed has priority
over power
consumption

Table 4.1.12

SW No.

Factory
setting

OFF (Set to 0)

See Table 4.1.14.

Auto eject if the paper


out is detected
Reserved

Memory Switch 6

Memory Switch 7

ON (Set to 1)
--

OFF (Set to 0)
Fixed to Off

See Table 4.1.15.

Factory
setting
Off (0)

Remarks

Off (0)

Ejects fully

Clamps

Off (0)

Always cuts

Detects papers tip

Off (0)

----

Fixed to Off
Fixed to Off
Fixed to Off

Off (0)
Off (0)
Off (0)

*4
See note
below.

NOTE: This function is enabled only when the cut sheet presenter module is installed.

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Table 4.1.13

SW No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7

Function

Memory Switch 8

ON (Set to 1)

Default print control


mode

Factory
setting
Off (0)
Off (0)

OFF (Set to 0)

See Table 4.1.16.

Backward paper
feeding
Autocutter installation
Specific offline
operation
Backward paper
feeding amount
Test print when the
paper is loaded
Initialization for black
mark position when
the power is turned
on.

Enabled

Disabled

Off (0)

Not installed
Discards receive
data.

Installed

Off (0)

Keeps receive data

Off (0)

88 steps

108 steps

Off (0)

Enabled

Disabled

Off (0)

Does not initialize.

Initializes

Off (0)

Remarks

*5

*6

Table 4.1.14

Operation when closing the


platen after it is open
Operation in semi-auto
loading

Selection of Paper Loading Operation


ON
Off
Feeds for approximately 60 mm,
Detects the tip of the paper, but
then cuts the paper.
does not cut the paper.
Cuts the paper after loading
(Either On/Off setting does not affect this operation.)

Table 4.1.15 Setting for Paper Near-end Detecting Position


Paper length for the time between detecting the primary paper
Memory SW
near-end with the near-end sensor and sending the status of the
7-2
7-3
secondary paper near-end
Approximately 5 m {16.40'}
Off
Off

Approximately 10 m {32.81'}

On

Off

Approximately 20 m {65.62'}

Off

On

Approximately 30 m {98.43'}

On

On

Remarks

Table 4.1.16

Default Print Control Mode Selection


Switch Number
Default for the print control mode
1
2

Non-divided energizing mode

Off

Off

Two-part energizing mode

On

Off

Four-part energizing mode

Does not matter

On

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*1: This setting is used for selecting the following modes:
Power consumption has priority over print speed:
In this mode, the printer operates with power consumption as low as possible.
Print speed has priority over power consumption:
In this mode, the printer prints at the maximum speed.
If the printer power is supplied with a power source which is less than 100 W, do not turn on
the print speed mode.
*2: This setting specifies the printers operation if a paper out is detected during printing and
feeding.
Enabled: Ejects paper automatically.
Disabled: Does not eject paper (from the presenter)
*3: The print energy is applied according to the table below.
The values in the table below are relative ones, if the print energy for normal paper with
normal density is assumed to be 100%. (See Table 4.1.6, Print Density Selection.)
Table 4.1.17
Memory Switch SW 6-6

Print Density Selection


ON
OFF

Slightly light

100 %

85 %

Normal

115 %

100 %

Slightly dark

130 %

115 %

Dark

145 %

130 %

*4: Effective only for the model type with the roll paper supply module.
This setting lets the printer tell the paper near-end by sending the secondary paper
near-end status when the specified length of paper is fed after the primary paper near-end
sensor in the roll paper supply module detects the paper near-end.
If the paper near-end sensor 2 is installed in the printer, the detecting result of the paper
near-end sensor 2 becomes the secondary near-end status. (The settings of memory
switches 7-2 and 7-3 are ignored.)
Detecting the primary or secondary paper-near end does not affect the printer control such
as the print stop even though the printer status information is changed.
*5: This switch can be set to On only when a printer that can feed paper backward is used.
If backward paper feeding is enabled, the following process is executed.
After cutting the paper with a GS V command, backward paper feeding is executed:
The print starting position adjustment with the GS ( F command can be set to the
backward direction relative to the cutting position.
In this case, the maximum of the correction value backward is 13.5 mm {0.53"} (108 0.125
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*6: Specific offline means the following states:
Unrecoverable error state
Platen open
Presenter cover open
Paper empty
If this switch is turned on, the printer clears the receive buffer when the offline status shown
above occurs. Then the printer executes any real-time command (DLE ENQ, DLE EOT) if
it is there, and discards all other data.
When the receive buffer is cleared, if this switch is turned on, three bytes of data 37H,
24H, and 00H are transmitted.

*7: Effective if the firmware version is 1.02 or later.


*8: Some host PCs with a parallel interface may not be able to send the data to the printer even
though the printer does not send the BUSY signal if the parallel interface error signal output
is On while the printer is in the error status, depending on the OS such as Windows 2000.
*9: The printer operates following in the Table 4.1.18, if the firmware version is 1.02 or later:
Table 4.1.18

Selection of the BM Paper

Switch Number
DIP SW1-1
Memory SW6-7

Controls based on the BM and becomes


near-end when the continuous BMs detected.

On

On

Users the BM as being in near-end

Off

On

Controls based on the BM

On

Off

Without BM

Off

Off

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4.2 Indicators
4.2.1 LED
1) Power (POWER) LED:
On:
Power is stable.
Off:
Power is not stable.

Green

2) Roll paper end (PAPER OUT) LED: Red


On:
The roll paper end or near-end is detected.
Off:
Paper is loaded (normal condition)
Flashing: Self-test standby state (See Section 4.5.) or macro standby state
Macro execution standby state when the macro execution command is used.
Table 4.2.1 Standby State Indication

State

PAPER OUT LED flashing pattern

Waiting for self-test


printing to be continued.

PAPER OUT LED


Approximately 320 ms

Recovery Conditions
Pressing the FEED button
causes self-test printing to
continue.

3) Error (ERROR) LED:


Red
On:
Offline (except during paper feeding using the FEED button, during self-test printing,
and in the error state) See Section 3.2.1.2.
Off:
Normal condition
Flashing: Error (See Section 4.7.)

POWER LED
PAPER OUT LED
ERROR LED

PAPER FEED SW
BACK FEED SW

Figure 4.2.1 Panel Switches and Indicators

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4.3 Self-test
1) The printer has a self-test function that checks the following:
Control software version
Interface type and its operating condition
Status of the printer mechanism
Print quality
DIP switch settings
Memory switch settings

2) Starting the self-test


To start the self-test on a roll paper, open the platen and hold down the FEED button.
turn on the printer. Then the current printer status (*1) is printed.

Then

(*1) Control ROM version


Interface type selected and its operating conditions
DIP switch settings
Memory switch settings

3) Self-test standby state


After printing the current printer status, the printer prints the message "If you want Self-Test
printing. Please press FEED button." The PAPER OUT LED indicator flashes, and the
printer enters the standby state for printing the rolling pattern (*2). Press the FEED button to
start printing the rolling pattern.
(*2) The rolling pattern uses only the built-in character set.
4) Ending the self-test
After a number of lines are printed, the printer indicates the end of the self-test by printing "***
completed ***," initializes, and goes into the standard mode.

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4.4 Hexadecimal dump
1) Hexadecimal dump function
This function prints the data transmitted from the host PC as hexadecimal numbers and their
corresponding characters.
2) Starting the hexadecimal dump
There are three method to start the hexadecimal dump:
- Open the platen and turn the power on while pressing the FEED button.
platen.
- Turn the power on when DIP switch 2-5 is On.
- Execute a GS ( A command.

Then close the

The printer first prints "Hexadecimal Dump" To terminate hexadecimal dump, and press FEED
button three times, on the roll paper and prints the received print data in hexadecimal numbers
and in their corresponding characters.
NOTES: 1. If no characters correspond to the data received, the printer prints "."
2. During the hexadecimal dump, any commands other than DLE EOT or DLE ENQ
do not function.
3. You can print data insufficient to fill the last line by setting the printer offline.
3) Ending the hexadecimal dump
You can end the hexadecimal dump by turning the power off, pressing the FEED button three
times, or resetting the printer after printing has finished.
<Printing example>
Hexadecimal Dump

1B 21 00 1B 26 02 40 40 1B 69
1B 25 01 1B 63 34 00 1B 30 31
41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 4A

. ! . . & . @@ . i
.%. . c 4 . . 01
A B CD E FGH I J

*** completed ***

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4.5 Error Processing
4.5.1 Error types
1) Errors that automatically recover
Table 4.5.1

Error

Description

Print head
high
temperature
error

The temperature
of the print head
exceeds 75C
{167F}.

Errors That Automatically Recover

ERROR LED flashing pattern

Recovery
Recovers automatically
when the print head cools
down under 70C {158F}.

320 ms

NOTE: Print head temperature error is not an abnormality.


2) Errors that have the possibility of recovery
Table 4.5.2

Error

Description

Platen open
error

Printing is not
performed due to
a platen open.

Errors That Can Possibly Recover

ERROR LED flashing pattern


320 ms

Recovery
Recovers by DLE ENQ 1
or DLE ENQ 2 when the
platen is loaded to the
head.

Approximately 5.12 s

Autocutter
error

The autocutter
does not work
correctly.

320 ms

Recovers by DLE ENQ 1


or DLE ENQ 2 when the
jammed paper is removed
if this occurred.

Approximately 5.12 s

BM sensor
detection
error

No black mark is
detected even
though the roll
paper is marked
correctly.

Presenter
error

The paper jam is


detected in the
presenter.

Approximately 5.12 s

Approximately 5.12 s

Recovers by DLE ENQ 1


or DLE ENQ 2 when the
paper with BM is inserted
correctly again.
Recovers by DLE ENQ 1
or DLE ENQ 2 when the
jammed paper is removed
if this occurred.

NOTE: If the paper jams, turn the printer off and remove jammed paper; then turn the printer on
again.

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3) Errors that are impossible to recover
Table 4.5.3

Error

Unrecoverable Errors

Description

Recovery

ERROR LED flashing pattern

CPU execution The CPU executes an


error
incorrect address or the I/F
board is not connected.

Impossible to
recover.

320 ms

R/W error in
memory or
gate array

After R/W checking, the


printer does not work
correctly.

Impossible to
recover.

High voltage
error

The power supply voltage is


extremely high.

Impossible to
recover.

Low voltage
error

The power supply voltage is


extremely low.

Impossible to
recover.

PCB
connection
error

The printer is not connected


or the internal wiring is not
connected correctly.

Impossible to
recover.
A p p r o x im a te ly 5 . 1 2 s

NOTE: When any error shown above occurs, turn off the power as soon as possible.

4.5.2 Printer operation when an error occurs


The printer executes the following operations when detecting an error.
Stops all printer operations for the selected paper section.
Goes BUSY. (See Section 4.1.2.3, DIP Switches, when Memory Switch 1-3 is off.)
Flashes the ERROR LED.

4.5.3 Data receive error (only for the serial interface model)
If one of the following errors occurs during serial interface communication, the printer prints "?" or
ignores the data, depending on the setting of Memory Switch 1.
Parity error
Framing error
Overrun error

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4.6 Print Buffer-full Printing
When subsequent data is received after the printer processes one line of data in the print buffer, the
printer automatically prints the processed line and feeds the paper by one line (in standard mode)
In page mode, the printer feeds the paper at the print buffer full.
4.7 Black Mark (BM)
The control board module can use paper that is pre-printed with a black mark (abbreviated as BM)
For specifications for the BM, see Section 2.2.5, Detectors.

4.7.1 How to use the BM


Set DIP switch 1-1 to On to use the BM sensor.
(See Section 4.1.2.1.)

4.7.2 Detection position of the BM


The printer recognizes the black mark position at which the edge of the black mark passes for
approximately 0.5 2 mm after the center of the black mark. This value may differ depending on the
reflecting rate or the distance between the paper and black mark position. Check it with the paper to
be used in advance. After detecting the BM, it is not detected area in for approximately 20 mm
{0.79"}.

Figure 4.7.1

Approximately
0.5 - 2 mm

17.6 mm

Center position
of the BM sensor

Print starting
position

Approximately
20 mm

33.6 mm

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BM Detection Position, Print Starting Position, Cutting Position

4.7.3 Print starting position and cutting position


At the factory, the print starting position and the cutting position are set to the head position and the
cutter position, respectively, when the BM sensor detects the BM.
The print starting position and the cutting position can be changed with the GS ( F command.

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4.8 Power Supply which Can Be Used
4.8.1 Recommended Power Supply
It is recommended to use a power supply unit that has the capacity of the +24V and 4 A or more (for
100 W or more). If the power supply meets the required specifications, memory switch 6-3 can be
On. In this case, (memory switch 6-3 is On), the printer prints as fast as possible. Otherwise, the
printing could stop temporarily or be uneven.

4.8.2 Epson Power Supply


If the model equipped with the power supply connector for the Epson power supply is used, the
Epson power supply PS-180 also can be used. Make sure to set the memory switch 6-3 to Off when
the Epson power supply is used.

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A.1

Notes on Handling the Printer


The descriptions in this chapter are the abstract of the EU-T432/T442 technical manual.

A.1.1 Initial installation


1) To prevent electrostatic damage to the ICs and heat elements of the print head, handle the printer
only after taking proper countermeasures against static electricity in the environment and on your
body.
2) When this unit would be installed in a case, be sure to connect the frame to the ground to prevent
electrostatic damage, or incorrect operation to the ICs, detectors, and heat elements of the print
head.
A.1.2 Handling
1) Because the printer uses a line thermal print head, avoid operating it in dusty environments so as
not to shorten the life of the print head.
2) Avoid condensation, because the printer uses a thermal print head. If it does occur, do not turn on
the power until condensation has disappeared.
3) Do not initialize the printer or turn on/off the printer until the paper is removed from the printer
module after ejecting the paper in the backward direction by a reverse feed command or by
pressing a paper FEED button and a paper exchange (BACK FEED) button simultaneously.
Otherwise, the printer may return an error since the initialization cannot be executed.
A.1.3 Warnings
1) Do not touch heat elements of the print head, the driver IC, or the IC terminals with a screwdriver or
tweezers, or directly with your fingers.
2) Avoid applying mechanical stress or shocks, including friction generated from microparticles, to the
print head surface.
3) Do not touch the print head area and the motor surface, because they become very hot during and
just after printing.
4) Avoid leaving the printer unused for a long period without paper, because the platen and the print
head may stick together temporarily.
5) Do not force the thermal head excessively. The maximum times of removing and inserting the
FFC should be 10.

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A.1.4 How to load the paper
1) Loading paper for the paper roll supply module
Follow the steps below to load the paper for the paper roll supply module.
1. Pull the Plate, open close or Loop guide forward while pressing the Frame, open lever
downward.
2. Open the Paper roll supply module. (See Figure A.1.1.)
3. Load the paper roll in the Holder, paper roll with the printing face of the paper facing upwards.
(See Figure A.1.2.)
Plate, open close
Frame open lever

Figure A.1.1

Open and Close of Paper Roll Supply Module

Guide, roll paper tension


Holder, paper roll

Paper

Figure A.1.2

Loading paper for Paper Roll Supply Module

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2) Loading paper for printer module
Follow the steps below to load the paper for the printer module from the paper roll supply module.
1. Cut the edge of the paper as shown in Figure A.1.3.

Figure A.1.3

Shape of Paper Edge

2. Pull out the paper.


3. After inserting the paper edge straight into the paper slot of the printer module so that the
paper is against the Guide, roll paper tension, push the paper with your hand. (See Figure
A.1.2.)
4. When the inserted paper is detected by the Paper feed motor of the printer module, the paper
is fed automatically in the semi-autoloading mode.
5. When the semi-autoloading is finished, the extra paper is automatically cut.
6. Remove the extra paper from the Paper exit.
7. Push the Plate, open close or Loop guide so that the paper roll supply module is in its
original position.

A.1.5 Removing paper


Follow the steps below to remove the paper roll.
1) Manual paper removal
1. Pull the Plate, open close or Loop guide forward while pressing the Frame, open lever
downward.
2. Turn the Lever, platen to open the Platen unit.
3. Pull out the paper from the paper slot of the printer module.
4. Pull the paper from the paper roll supply module, remove the Paper roll shaft set from the
paper; then place it in the paper roll supply module.
5. Push the Plate, open close or Loop guide so that the paper roll supply module is in its
original position.
2) Removing paper automatically
1. While the printer is online, the paper can be removed with the paper exchange button. Using
this button, the paper is fed in the reverse direction and ejected backward.
2. Pull out the paper from the paper slot of the printer module.
3. Pull the paper from the paper roll supply module, remove the Paper roll shaft set from the
paper; then place it in the paper roll supply module.
4. Push the Plate, open close or Loop guide so that the paper roll supply module is in its original
position.
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A.1.6 When not using the printer for a long period
1) If the printer is left unused for a long period with the print head loaded on the platen, discoloration of
the thermal paper, loss of heat sensitivity, or sticking of the paper to the platen may occur. In
addition, some printed characters may be faint due to deformation of the platen rubber.
A.1.7 Using the printer at low temperature
1) When printing is started at a low temperature (especially when the temperature is very low), the first
few lines may be somewhat faint because the print head is cold.
A.1.8 Using the printer at high temperature
1) When printing is started at a high temperature, poor print quality (such as blurred print) may result.
A.1.9 Maintenance (See EU-T432/T442 technical manual for details.)
1) Cleaning the thermal head and the platen
Paper dust, paper chips, and thermal chemicals attached to the heat elements of the print head and
the platen may reduce print quality. If this occurs, clean the print head and the platen as follows:
a) Open the cut sheet presenter module.
b) Raise the print head from the Platen unit by turning the Lever, platen (green) to the left.
c) Wipe the heat elements of the print head and the platen lightly with a cotton swab soaked in
alcohol solvent (ethanol, methanol, or IPA). Using other solvents may damage the print head.
d) After the alcohol evaporates completely, return the Platen unit to its original position by pushing
the platen cover down.
NOTE: Do not touch the print head or the motor surface just after printing, as these areas are very
hot.
2) Removing jammed paper
a) Removing jammed paper in the cut sheet presenter module.
1. Open the presenter unit and remove the paper jam.
b) Removing jammed paper in the printer module
1. Open the cut sheet presenter module.
2. Turn the Lever, platen to open the Platen unit and remove the paper jam.

A.2

Notes on Handling Thermal Paper


1) Usage
1. Do not allow chemicals or oil to contact thermal paper because they may cause discoloration or
print fading.
2. Strongly rubbing thermal paper with a piece of metal or with fingernails may also cause
discoloration.
2) Storage
Avoid storing thermal paper in high temperatures and humidity. Avoid exposing thermal paper to
direct sunlight, because it will gradually become discolored at about 70C {158F}.

A.3

Notes on Usage of Power Supply Unit


1) To enable the EU-T432/T442 to perform fully, it is recommended to use the power supply which has
a rating capacity of 100 W or more.
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