Star Micronics TSP100 User Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Unpacking and Installation .....................................................................................................................1
1-1. Unpacking ....................................................................................................................................1
2. Parts Identification and Nomenclature
..................................................................................................3
2-1. U Model .......................................................................................................................................3
2-2. PU Model .....................................................................................................................................4
2-3. Choosing a place for the printer ...................................................................................................5
3. Setup
..........................................................................................................................................................6
3-1. Connecting the USB/PoweredUSB Cable to the Printer .............................................................6
3-2. Connecting to a Peripheral Unit ...................................................................................................9
3-3. Loading the Roll Paper ..............................................................................................................10
3-4. Connecting the USB/PoweredUSB Cable to the PC .................................................................13
3-5. Installing the Printer Software ...................................................................................................14
3-6. Connecting the Power Cord .......................................................................................................15
3-7. Turning Power On ......................................................................................................................17
4. Attaching the Accessories
......................................................................................................................18
4-1. Attaching the Holder Plate .........................................................................................................18
4-2. Attaching the Rubber Feet .........................................................................................................19
4-3. Switch Cover Installation ...........................................................................................................20
5. Thermal Roll Paper Specification
.........................................................................................................21
5-1. Roll paper specification ..............................................................................................................21
5-2. Recommended paper ..................................................................................................................21
6. Control Panel and Other Functions
.....................................................................................................23
6-1. Control Panel..............................................................................................................................23
6-2. Errors ..........................................................................................................................................23
6-3. Self-Printing ...............................................................................................................................25
7. Preventing and Clearing Paper Jams
...................................................................................................26
7-1. Preventing Paper Jams ...............................................................................................................26
7-2. Removing Paper Jam .................................................................................................................26
7-3. Releasing a Locked Cutter (Auto Cutter Mode only) ................................................................27
8. Periodical Cleaning
................................................................................................................................29
8-1. Cleaning the Thermal Head .......................................................................................................29
8-2. Cleaning the Paper Holder .........................................................................................................29
9. Peripheral Unit Drive Circuit
...............................................................................................................30
10. Specifications
........................................................................................................................................32
10-1. General Specifications ...............................................................................................................32
10-2. Auto Cutter Specifications .........................................................................................................33
10-3. Interface .....................................................................................................................................33
10-4. Electrical Characteristics ...........................................................................................................33
10-5. Environmental Requirements .....................................................................................................36
10-6. Reliability ...................................................................................................................................37
11. DIP Switch Settings
..............................................................................................................................38
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Star Micronics TSP100 Specifications

General

Print Method	Direct Thermal
Resolution	203 dpi
Power Supply	Internal
Print Speed	250 mm/sec
Paper Width	80 mm
Interface	USB
Cutter	Partial Cut
Dimensions	142 mm x 204 mm x 132 mm
Paper Thickness	0.085 mm