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THERMAL PRINTER
Print method Thermal line printing
Print Font
Column capacity (col)  
Character size (mm) 
Character set 
Characters per inch 
12 x 24 / 9 x 17
42 / 56
1.1(w)x2.1(h) / 1.5(w)x3(h)
95 Alphanumeric, 48 International, 128 x 11 graphic
Barcode: 9 one-dimensional, 3 two-dimensional
20.0 cpi / 15.0 cpi
Interfaces  RS-232, RS-485, Parallel, USB, Powered USB, Ethernet 10 Base 
– 100 Base TX, IEEE 802.11b
Data buffer  4 KB or 45 Bytes selectable
Print speed 170 mm / sec.
Paper Dimensions (mm) 
Thickness (mm)
79.5 ± 0.5mm x 93
0.06 ~ 0.07
Power 24 VDC
Power consumption 1.8 A (mean)
D.K.D. function 2 drivers in 1 port
Reliability MTBF
MCBF
36 x 10
6
 hours  
52 million lines
Overall dimensions (mm)  125 mm x 194 mm x 114 mm (W x D x H)
Mass (approx.) 1.8 kg
EMC standards Class A, FCC class A, CE marking, EN55022 Class B, 55024, 
Canada EMI, AS / NZS 3548 Class B
Power supply External PS-180
Safety standards UL / CSA, TUV (EN60950-1)
 
FULL FRONT OPERATION
The fi rst POS printer with front-facing controls, the TM-T70 is 
specifi cally designed for under counter operations in retail and 
hospitality. With a range of core, user-friendly features including 
front paper feeding with drop-in paper rolls, auto-cutter, remote 
maintenance counter and easy access operator covers, the TM-T70 
enables fast, easy transactions and enhanced customer service.
ADVANCED AND HIGH-PERFORMANCE
Offering the high quality and reliability of Epson’s world renowned 
TM-T88 series, the TM-T70 has advanced text, graphics and 
barcode printing capability. Unlike many other printers, the TM-T70 
boasts the same quiet, high, print speed for both text and graphics.
ROBUST, RELIABLE, FLEXIBLE
The compact TM-T70 includes an external rear splash cover for 
increased spill resistance, enhanced cable management system 
and full auto status back reporting.
INTEGRATION AND INSTALLATION MADE EASY
 The TM-T70 offers increased connectivity for seamless integration 
with your existing retail systems. Interface options are available 
for high-speed USB, serial, parallel, powered USB, Ethernet 
and wireless. It benefi ts from new drivers including OPOS ADK, 
Java and Windows advanced printer driver.
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