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Technical Reference Guide
Product Overview
Describes features of the product.
Setup
Describes setup and installation of the product.
Advanced Usage
Describes advanced usage methods for the product.
Application Development Information
Describes how to control the printer and necessary
information when you develop applications.
Handling
Describes how to handle the product.
Appendix
Describes general specifications, initial software settings,
and character code tables.
M00067310
Rev. J

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  • Page 1 Technical Reference Guide Product Overview Describes features of the product. Setup Describes setup and installation of the product. Advanced Usage Describes advanced usage methods for the product. Application Development Information Describes how to control the printer and necessary information when you develop applications. Handling Describes how to handle the product.
  • Page 2 • Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. • Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by the purchaser or third parties as a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the U.S.) failure to strictly comply with Seiko Epson Corporation’s operating and...

  • Page 3: For Safety

    For Safety Key to Symbols The symbols in this manual are identified by their level of importance, as defined below. Read the following carefully before handling the product. Dangers must be observed carefully to avoid serious injury or death. DANGER You must follow warnings carefully to avoid serious bodily injury.

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions On The Rechargeable Battery Pack

    Never disassemble or modify this product. Tampering with this product may result in injury or fire. Be sure to use the dedicated AC adapter, Epson PS-11. Connection to an improper power supply may cause fire. Do not allow foreign matter to fall into the equipment. Penetration by foreign objects may lead to fire.

  • Page 5: Safety Precautions For Wireless Connection

    Safety Precautions for Wireless connection In airplanes, follow the instructions from the airline. Turn off wireless devices during takeoff and landing according to the in-flight announcement. Do not use the product near medical equipment or in medical institutions. Radio waves may WARNING affect artificial cardiac pacemakers or other medical electrical equipment.

  • Page 6: Restriction Of Use

    − Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. • Never disassemble or modify this product • Seiko Epson Corporation shall not be liable for interference to radio/TV resulting from changes or modifica- tions to this product not expressly approved by Seiko Epson Corporation.

  • Page 7: About This Manual

    Product Specifications Specifications of Interfaces and Connectors Character Code Tables This manual covers two models of the TM-P80; manualcutter model and autocutter model. The illustrations of the printer used in this manual are for the manualcutter model, unless other- wise specified.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Contents For Safety..........................3 Key to Symbols..................................3 Safety Precautions ................................3 Safety Precautions on the Rechargeable Battery Pack ..................4 Safety Precautions for Wireless connection......................5 Restriction of Use ........................6 Note about interference ......................6 About this Manual ........................7 Aim of the Manual ................................7 Manual Content ..................................
  • Page 10 Useful Functions for Smart Devices.................. 30 NFC Tag....................................30 QR Code ....................................30 Setup....................... 31 Flow of Setup ........................31 Installing the Printer......................32 Notes on Using the Wi-Fi Models..........................32 Installing the Battery ......................33 Changing the paper width (autocutter model only) ............. 35 Installing or Replacing the Roll Paper ................
  • Page 11 Application Development Information............73 Controlling the Printer ......................73 ePOS-Print XML.................................73 ESC/POS....................................73 Software and Manuals ......................74 Development Kits ................................74 Drivers ....................................75 Utilities ....................................75 Others....................................76 Download ...................................76 iOS Application Development and Distribution ............77 Handling ......................79 Charging Battery ........................79 Using the AC adapter (PS-11)............................79 Battery’s charging status ...............................80 Battery malfunction ................................81 When using the optional battery charger (OT-CH60II)..................82...
  • Page 12 Character Code Tables....................... 111...

  • Page 13: Product Overview

    • NFC tag built into the printer unit for printing to a touched printer. • Printing triggered by bar code scan by smart device camera. • Utility for iOS/Android provides a user-friendly wizard to simplify the connection for smart devices. (Epson TM Utility for iOS/Android™) •...
  • Page 14 Interfaces • Has Wi-Fi (IEEE802.11 a/b/g/n) or Bluetooth (Autocutter model: Ver. 3.0 EDR supported / Manualcutter model: Ver. 2.1 + EDR interface. • The Wi-Fi model supports 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz. WPA2-Enterprise is also available as a security option. •...

  • Page 15: Product Configurations

    Chapter 1 Product Overview Product Configurations Cutter types • Autocutter model • Manualcutter model Autocutter model Manualcutter model Autocutter model Manualcutter model Autocutter Paper width (mm) 76 or 80 Interfaces • Wi-Fi model (IEEE802.11 + USB) • Bluetooth model (Bluetooth + USB) •...

  • Page 16: Nfc Tag

    NFC Tag You can perform wireless setup for terminals that support NFC by placing the terminal close to the NFC tag (mark) on the printer. ∗ There is no Read/Write function. NFC Tag Accessories Included • Thermal roll paper (for operation check) •...

  • Page 17: Part Names And Functions

    Chapter 1 Product Overview Part Names and Functions Roll paper cover Open button Control panel "Control Panel" on page Connector for the AC adapter Connector for the USB Lever NFC Tag Battery cover Belt clip Roll Paper Cover Open this cover to install or remove the roll paper. Open Button Push this button to open the roll paper cover.

  • Page 18: Control Panel

    Control Panel Power LED Error LED Charge LED Battery LED Power button Feed button Buttons Power Button Press this button to turn the printer on. Press this button for 2 seconds or more to turn the printer off. • After the power button is pressed, it takes the following time before the printer is initialized. Establishing a wireless communication takes longer than the following.
  • Page 19 Chapter 1 Product Overview LEDs Power LED (Blue) The printer does not operate and the LEDs go out when the battery is not installed in the printer even if the printer is connected to the AC adapter. • Lights when the power is on. •...

  • Page 20: Online And Offline

    Online and Offline Online The printer is online and ready for normal printing unless there is a reason to go offline. Offline The printer automatically goes offline and stops printing under the following conditions. Once all of the follow- ing conditions are cleared, the printer becomes online and ready to print. •...

  • Page 21: Power Functions

    Chapter 1 Product Overview Power Functions You can customize the printer using the power functions, the auto-power off function and battery charge mode function to save the battery power or minimize the battery deterioration. Auto-Power Off The printer automatically turns off once the specified time has elapsed in the idle state. However, when the printer is in the following status, it is not considered as idle state, and the auto-power off function is not applied.

  • Page 22: Operation Mode When Battery Is Low

    Operation Mode When Battery is Low There are two operation modes for the printer when the battery is low. Change the mode depending on the usage status. Mode 1 (initial setting): Continues printing until the remaining battery becomes approximately 0%. This is appropriate if you want to maximize the battery operation time.

  • Page 23: Mode 2

    Chapter 1 Product Overview Mode 1 : On : Flash : Off Remaining Battery LED Error LED Printing Communication battery charge Level H Approx. 60 ~ 100% Possible Possible Level M Approx. 20 ~ 60% Possible Possible Level L Approx. 10 ~ 20% Possible Possible Level S...
  • Page 24 Mode 2 : On : Flash : Off Remaining Battery LED Error LED Printing Communication battery charge Level H Approx. 60 ~ 100% Possible Possible Level M Approx. 40 ~ 60% Possible Possible Level L Approx. 20 ~ 40% Possible Possible Level S Approx.

  • Page 25: Column Emulation Mode

    If you have replaced a printer that can print at the dot density of 180 dpi on the paper that is 80 mm wide with TM-P80 (Dot density: 203 dpi), when you set the Column emulation mode to 42 column mode, the print results will be similar.

  • Page 26: Error Status

    Error Status When an error occurs, the printer stops printing, goes offline, and the Error LED flashes. There are three error types: automatically recoverable errors, recoverable errors, and unrecoverable errors. Automatically Recoverable Errors Printing is temporarily suspended when automatically recoverable errors occur. They can recover automatically, as described below.

  • Page 27: Unrecoverable Errors

    Chapter 1 Product Overview Unrecoverable Errors Printing is no longer possible when unrecoverable errors occur. If the same error occurs again even after turn- ing the power back on, contact qualified service personnel. Immediately turn off the power and remove the battery when unrecoverable errors occur. CAUTION Error LED flash code Error...

  • Page 28: Nv Memory (Non-Volatile Memory)

    Graphics, such as shop logos to be printed on receipts, can be stored. Even if communication speed is low, high speed graphic printing is possible. Use the TM-P80 Utility to register graphics. You can also print and confirm the registered graphics in the TM- P80 Utility or NV graphics print mode.

  • Page 29: Maintenance Counter

    Chapter 1 Product Overview Maintenance Counter With this function, printer information, such as the number of lines fed, and printer operation time after the printer starts working, is automatically stored in NV memory. You can read or reset the information with TM- P80 Utility, the Status API of the APD, or OPOS ADK to use it for periodical checks or part replacement.

  • Page 30: Useful Functions For Smart Devices

    See the "Epson ePOS SDK for Android/iOS User's Manual" and the Epson ePOS SDK sample program for more details. The sample program also contains a sample implementation method for reading an NFC tag and capturing a QR code. • You can try a demo of these functions by using Epson TM Utility for iOS/Android.

  • Page 31: Setup

    This chapter describes setup and installation of the product. Flow of Setup This chapter consists of the following sections, along with the setup flow of the product. The TM-P80 has dual interfaces: a built-in USB interface and another interface selected by the customer, wireless LAN or Bluetooth interface.

  • Page 32: Installing The Printer

    Installing the Printer You can install the printer horizontally or vertically. You can also carry it using the belt clip on the back of the printer to hang the printer on your belt. • When you install the printer vertically, only the orientation shown below is available. Do not install the printer upside down.

  • Page 33: Installing The Battery

    Chapter 2 Setup Installing the Battery The printer does not operate without a charged battery installed. Follow the steps below to install the battery. Be sure to use the battery OT-BY60II. Using a battery other than the one specified may cause fire, explosion, leakage, overheating or other damage.
  • Page 34 Install the battery, and close the battery cover. To charge the battery, see "Charging Battery" on page...

  • Page 35: Changing The Paper Width (Autocutter Model Only)

    Chapter 2 Setup Changing the paper width (autocutter model only) You can attach the supplied paper guides to the roll paper holder and change the roll paper width from 80 mm to 76 mm. After changing the paper width from 80 mm to 76 mm, do not change it back to 80 mm. The autocutter blade may be worn and may not be able to cut cleanly.
  • Page 36 Insert one of the paper guide’s protruded parts toward the direction shown by the arrow in the illustration firmly until it clicks in place. Attach another paper guide in the same way. When removing the paper guide, pinch the position shown in the illustration and pull it out toward the direc- tion shown by the arrow.

  • Page 37: Installing Or Replacing The Roll Paper

    Chapter 2 Setup Installing or Replacing the Roll Paper Follow the steps below to install or replace the roll paper. If you hang the printer vertically on a belt using a belt clip on the back of the printer, see "When Installing the Printer Vertically"...

  • Page 38: When Installing The Printer Vertically

    Pull out some paper, close the cover, and tear off the paper. For the autocutter model, the roll paper is cut automatically when the printer is turned on. You can set the auto paper cutting on and off at cover closing on software settings. When Installing the Printer Vertically Press the open button to open the roll paper cover.
  • Page 39 Chapter 2 Setup Remove the used roll paper core, if there is one. Set the new roll paper in the correct direction. Pull the leading edge of the roll paper.
  • Page 40 Pull out some paper, close the cover, and tear off the paper. For the autocutter model, the roll paper is cut automatically when the printer is turned on. You can set the auto paper cutting on and off at cover closing on software settings.

  • Page 41: Connecting The Printer

    When communicating with a host PC via the USB cable, connect the USB cable to the printer, turn on the PC, and then turn on the printer. For Windows, you can change the printer settings with the TM-P80 Utility. For details on the TM-P80 Utility, see "Software Settings"...

  • Page 42: Wireless Lan Interface

    Wireless LAN Interface Using Epson TM Utility, you can easily connect the printer to the network from an iOS or Android devices. We also recommend connecting using a USB cable from a Windows computer, and setting up the wireless LAN using the network setup tool (EpsonNet Config).
  • Page 43 Necessary Items Prepare the following items. • Printer: TM-P80 • Device for setting: iOS or Android device • Utility for setting: Epson TM Utility for iOS/Android Running Epson TM Utility for iOS/Android Run the Epson TM Utility for iOS/Android. ®...
  • Page 44 Setting up from a Windows Computer Necessary Items • TM printer: TM-P80 • Computer for setting: Windows computer • Utility for setting: EpsonNet Config • USB cable Connect the printer to a PC via the USB cable. "USB Interface" on page Turn on the host computer.

  • Page 45: Bluetooth Interface

    • For detailed information about EPSON TM Bluetooth Connector, see the TM Bluetooth Con- nector User’s Manual. • The device name and passkey are editable with the TM-P80 Utility. Setting up from a Smart Device Necessary Items Prepare the following items.
  • Page 46 Setting up from a Windows Computer Follow the procedure below and make the settings. Have a Bluetooth wireless technology compatible computer ready. ® Make sure you have installed TM Bluetooth Connector. Turn on the printer. ® Start TM Bluetooth Connector.
  • Page 47 If the window to enter a passkey appears, enter a passkey and click [OK]. Select the port to be used from the pull-down list, and then click [OK]. Printing method Port name ESDPRTxxx (TM-P80: Queue name) APD print queue UPOS ESDPRTxxx (UPOS for TM-P80)
  • Page 48 Printing method Port name ESC/POS command Displayed virtual COM port (e.g. COM4) The “Connection complete” window appears. Click [Test Buzzer] or [Test Printing] to check operation. Click [Back to Main screen] to return to the main window. ® Click the “x” button of TM Bluetooth Connector to exit.

  • Page 49: Advanced Usage

    With the customized values and memory switches, which are software settings for this printer, you can set the various functions. For an outline of those functions, see the following section. Use TM-P80 Utility, Software setting mode, or ESC/POS commands, to set the customized values and memory switches.
  • Page 50 User NV memory capacity • 1 KB (initial setting) • 64 KB • 128 KB • 192 KB NV graphics memory capacity • None • 64 KB • 128 KB • 192 KB • 256 KB • 320 KB • 384 KB (initial setting) Print density Selectable from levels 1 to 13 (70 ~ 130%) (initial setting: level 7) Depending on the paper type, it is recommended to set the print density as shown in the table below for the best...
  • Page 51 Selectable from: automatic selection, fixed to wireless LAN/Bluetooth interface, or fixed to built-in USB. • The TM-P80 has dual interfaces: a built-in USB interface and another interface selected by the customer, wireless LAN or Bluetooth. The tables below describe the modes you can set for the printer to control the dual interfaces.
  • Page 52 Command execution during offline When this function is enabled, you can execute commands that are not related to mechanical operation while the printer is off-line. • Enabled (initial setting) • Disabled Automatic paper reduction • Extra upper space reduction • Disabled (initial setting) •...
  • Page 53 Chapter 3 Advanced Usage Automatic power off time Selectable from 0, 1 to 60 minutes. (initial setting: disabled) When using the USB interface, the automatic power off function is disabled even if the time is set. • Power off time becomes 0 minutes when it is set to Disable or 20 minutes when it is set to Enable in Software Setting Mode.
  • Page 54 Error signal output • Enabled (initial setting) • Disabled Paper position immediately after the specific state Specific state: after the roll paper cover is closed, the printer is reset, or the power is turned on. • Function Select • Enabled •...

  • Page 55: Paper Layout Setting

    Chapter 3 Advanced Usage Paper Layout Setting You can make settings for paper type and size in Paper layout setting. Paper type is set to Receipt paper (without black mark) as default. In case of using the Receipt paper (with black mark), you must select the Receipt paper (with black mark) for paper type.

  • Page 56: Settings/Check Mode

    Settings/Check Mode As well as print mode, the following modes are also provided for making various printer settings and checking items. • Self-test mode • NV graphics information print mode • Software settings mode • Radio field intensity check mode (Wi-Fi model only) •...

  • Page 57: Self-Test Mode

    Chapter 3 Advanced Usage In 1 and 2, the following guidances are printed, the Power LED flashes, and instructs the user's operations. 1. Continuing self-test guidance 2. Mode selection guidance Self-test mode You can check the following items using the self-test. •...

  • Page 58: Nv Graphics Information Print Mode

    NV graphics information print mode Prints the following NV graphic information registered to the printers. • NV graphics capacity • NV graphics usage capacity • NV graphics free capacity • NV graphics registration • Key code for each data, number of X direction dots, number of Y direction dots •...
  • Page 59 Chapter 3 Advanced Usage Follow the steps below. After running a self test, hold down the FEED button for at least one second, and then select the Mode selection. The Mode selection guidance is printed, and the Power LED flashes. Briefly press the FEED button twice (less than one second), hold it down for at least one second, and then select the Software settings mode (Customized value setting).

  • Page 60: Radio Field Intensity Check Mode

    Radio field intensity check mode Information on the strength of the wireless LAN radio field is printed. (Wi-Fi model only) Follow the steps below. After running a self test, hold down the FEED button for at least one second, and then select the Mode selection.

  • Page 61: Wireless Module Setup Mode

    Chapter 3 Advanced Usage Wireless module setup mode You can change settings or reset the wireless communication settings. For Wi-Fi models, you can change or reset the wireless LAN settings, and for Bluetooth models, you can change or reset the Bluetooth settings. For USB connections, the settings are not reset.
  • Page 62 "Auto Reconnect Feature (iOS Bluetooth model)" on page 108. • You can change the settings with TM-P80 Utility and TM Utility for iOS. When the firmware version is 1.01 ESC/POS or later: After selecting the setting value, press the Feed button again.
  • Page 63 Chapter 3 Advanced Usage Bluetooth Security Settings (Bluetooth) When the firmware version is 1.02 ESC/POS or later, you can change the Bluetooth security settings. (iOS Blue- tooth model only) When the security settings are changed, the link key (pairing information) is removed. You can also change the settings using the printer Utility and TM Utility for iOS/Android.
  • Page 64 Pairing method when the security is set to High (from the host) When the security is set to High and the printer is ready to be paired, perform the following procedure. Search for the printer on the Bluetooth settings screen on the host device. Select the printer you want to pair with.

  • Page 65: Hexadecimal Dumping Mode

    Chapter 3 Advanced Usage Hexadecimal dumping mode In hexadecimal dumping mode, data from the host computer is printed in hexadecimal numbers and charac- ters. By comparing the print outs and the program, you can check whether or not data is being sent to the printer correctly.

  • Page 66: Dynamic Status Sheet Print Mode

    Dynamic Status Sheet Print Mode Wi-Fi Model In the dynamic status sheet print mode, the printer prints the dynamic status sheet indicating the wireless LAN settings. Do not run this mode while communicating with the wireless LAN interface. Otherwise, printing might not be performed normally.

  • Page 67: Bluetooth Model

    Chapter 3 Advanced Usage Bluetooth Model In the dynamic status sheet print mode, the printer prints the dynamic status sheet indicating the Bluetooth set- tings. Dynamic status sheet can be printed when the firmware version is 1.02 ESC/POS or later. Make sure the printer is turned on.

  • Page 68: Epsonnet Config (Web Version)

    Wi-Fi model's firmware version. Wi-Fi model's User name Password firmware version Before 1.30 "epson" "epson" 1.30 or later "epson" Product serial number (10 alphanumeric characters, case sensitive) You can check the Wi-Fi model's firmware version using the self-test.
  • Page 69 Chapter 3 Advanced Usage EpsonNet Config starts.

  • Page 70: Settings

    Settings Select from the menu list on the left to check or configure the settings. Enable the time server when using a certificate. Otherwise, the printer's Stored Date/Time may not be set correctly and the wireless LAN may be unavailable. If this happens, enable the time server, or initialize the Stored Date/Time from one of the following: •...
  • Page 71 Chapter 3 Advanced Usage Configuration menu You can configure the settings as shown in the table below. Menu Settings Wireless Settings (Communication Standard, Network Mode, SSID, Chan- nel, Encryption Type) WPA Pre-Shared Key, Default WEP Key, WEP Key 1/2/3/4, Authentication Algorithm Power Save Roaming...
  • Page 72 The default setting for the password varies depending on the Wi-Fi model's firmware version. Wi-Fi model's Password firmware version Before 1.30 "epson" 1.30 or later Product serial number (10 alphanumeric characters, case sensitive) You can check the Wi-Fi model's firmware version using the self-test. ("Self-test mode" on page 57) You can check the product's serial number using a self-test or on the manufacturing nameplate attached to the product.

  • Page 73: Application Development Information

    • EPSON Advanced Printer Driver (APD) ePOS-Print XML ePOS-Print XML is the Epson original control command system for POS printers defined in XML. With ePOS- Print XML commands, you can print in environments where http communication is available and from OS applications.

  • Page 74: Software And Manuals

    Bluetooth model, Wi-Fi model EPSON OPOS ADK for .NET The OPOS ADK for .NET is a POS industry standard printer driver compatible with Microsoft POS for .NET.

  • Page 75: Drivers

    In addition to ordinary Windows printer driver functions, this driver Windows Driver (APD) has controls specific to POS. The Status API (Epson original DLL) that monitors printer status and sends ESC/POS commands is also attached to this driver. EPSON TM Virtual Port Driver...

  • Page 76: Others

    TM printers at the same time. Monitoring Tool Use to check a list of status for the Epson printers connected to the network. Windows You can also update certificates for multiple printers used for WPA-Enterprise in a batch.

  • Page 77: Ios Application Development And Distribution

    Application Development and Distribution If registering an application that uses Bluetooth in the App Store, Epson must submit an application to Apple in advance. Please apply for each application you want to register in the App Store from the URL below.

  • Page 79: Handling

    Chapter 5 Handling Handling This chapter describes basic handling of the printer. Charging Battery Follow the steps below to charge the battery. You can charge the battery using the printer itself with the AC adapter (PS-11) or using the optional multi-charger (OT-CH60II). Be sure to use the battery OT-BY60II.

  • Page 80: Battery's Charging Status

    Battery’s charging status Make sure you charge the battery in an environment with a temperature of 0 to 40°C. Battery charging stops if it is charged in an environment outside the temperature range allowed for charging. The charging status of the battery is notified by the combination of three LED lights on the Control Panel. : On : flashes : Off...

  • Page 81: Battery Malfunction

    Chapter 5 Handling Battery malfunction If the battery has been charged for about five hours but cannot be fully charged, it is considered as a malfunc- tion, and Charge LED flashes. If this happens, you cannot use the same battery pack again. Replace with another battery pack.

  • Page 82: When Using The Optional Battery Charger (Ot-Ch60Ii)

    When using the optional battery charger (OT-CH60II) Firmly insert the battery pack into the battery holder. Securely insert the AC cable in to AC adapter's inlet. Make sure you use the AC adapter and cable that came with OT-CH60II. Securely insert the DC cable into the power connector of the charger.
  • Page 83 Chapter 5 Handling Insert the power plug into the outlet and turn the power ON. (Power) LED (green) is lit. In a few seconds, Charge LED (orange) is lit, and charging starts. Once charging is complete, Charge LED (orange) turns off. •...

  • Page 84: Cleaning The Printer

    Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Printer Case Be sure to unplug the AC cable from the wall socket, remove the battery, and turn off the printer before clean- ing. Wipe the dirt off the printer case with a dry cloth or a damp cloth. Never clean the product with alcohol, benzine, thinner, or other such solvents.

  • Page 85: Cleaning The Platen Roller/Paper Sensor

    Chapter 5 Handling Cleaning the Platen Roller/Paper Sensor When paper dust accumulates on the platen rollers or the paper sensor, follow the steps below to clean them. To maintain good functional capabilities, clean them regularly (every 6 months). Do not use an alcohol-based solvent. Use of an alcohol-based solvent might cause the adhesive agent to partially dissolve making its removal even more difficult.

  • Page 86: Cleaning The Thermal Head

    Cleaning the Thermal Head Epson recommends cleaning the thermal head periodically (generally every 3 months) to maintain print qual- ity. After printing, the thermal head can be very hot. Be careful not to touch it and to let it cool before you clean it.

  • Page 87: Opening The Locked Roll Paper Cover (Autocutter Model Only)

    Chapter 5 Handling Opening the Locked Roll Paper Cover (autocutter model only) If the roll paper cover is locked, follow the procedure below to open the cover. Make sure that the printer is turned off. Open the battery cover and remove the battery. Turn the screw with a flathead or Phillips screwdriver, and adjust the autocutter blade so that you cannot see it from the paper ejection part.

  • Page 89: Appendix

    Appendix Appendix Product Specifications Printing Specifications Printing method Thermal line printing Dot density 203 × 203 dpi Printing direction Unidirectional with friction feed Maximum print speed* 100 mm/s {3.94"/s} P r i n t i n g 48 column mode 72 mm {2.83"}, 576 dots width (initial setting)
  • Page 90 • The maximum printing speed listed above may not be achieved depending on the type of interface, the data transmission speed, and the combination of control commands. Especially, the printing speed may change automatically depending on the communication environment if using a wireless interface. •...

  • Page 91: Character Specifications

    Appendix Character Specifications Number of characters Alphanumeric characters: 95 Extended graphics: 128 × 43 pages (including user-defined page) International characters: 18 sets Traditional Chinese : Big5 13,535 C h a r a c t e r 48 column mode Font A 12 ×...

  • Page 92: Paper Specifications

    Paper Specifications Autocutter model Manualcutter model Type Thermal paper: Receipt paper (without black mark) Receipt paper (with black mark) Form Roll paper Size Width 79.5 ± 0.5 mm {3.13 ± 0.02"} 79.5 ± 0.5 mm {3.13 ± 0.02"} 76.2 ± 0.5 mm {3.00 ± 0.02"} Outside diameter 51.0 mm {2.01"} maximum Roll width when taken up...
  • Page 93 Appendix Requirement for black mark printing Paper feed direction Preprintable area 30 to 300 15 or more 3 to 5 Units: mm Back(non-printing side) The allowable relation between the reflecting rate in the black mark portion (1) and the non black mark portion (2) must be as shown in the below: Black mark portion (1): 16% or less...

  • Page 94: Printable Area

    Printable Area Printing is automatically performed in one to four-part energization depending on the printing conditions. During printing with two to four-part energization, a misalignment (horizontal ruled line shift) of 1/4 to 1/2 dot might occur in the paper feeding direction due to segmented printing. Dot 1 Manualcutter model 48 column mode (initial setting)
  • Page 95 Appendix Autocutter model 48 column mode (initial setting) 79.5 0.5 mm 0.125 mm Dot 576 72 mm (Dot 1 - 576) (3.75 mm) (3.75 mm) 76.2 0.5 mm 0.125 mm Dot 576 72 mm (Dot 1 - 576) (2.1 mm) (2.1 mm)
  • Page 96 42 column mode 79.5 0.5 mm 16 dots 14 dots 68.3 mm (Dot 1 - 546) (3.75 mm) (3.75 mm) 76.2 0.5 mm 16 dots 14 dots 68.3 mm (Dot 1 - 546) (2.0 mm) (2.0 mm)

  • Page 97: Printing And Cutting Positions

    Appendix Printing and Cutting Positions Manualcutter model Manualcutter position Approx. 7.5 mm Center of the print dotline Paper feed direction Autocutter model Autocutter position Approx. 7.8 mm Center of the print dotline Paper feed direction...

  • Page 98: Electrical Characteristics

    Electrical Characteristics • Be sure to install the battery in the printer. The printer does not operate with the AC adapter only. • Be sure to use the optional PS-11 as the power supply unit. Dedicated battery Model: D141A Rated voltage: DC 7.4 V (OT-BY60II) Capacity: 2000 mAh Model: D161A...

  • Page 99: Reliability

    Appendix Reliability Life* Printer mechanism 10 million lines printing (3.75 mm {0.15"} for one line) Thermal head 100 million pulses (for each element), 50 km MTBF (Mean Time Between Failure)* 120,000 hours MCBF (Mean Cycle Between Failure)* 16 million lines *1 End of life is defined as the point at which the printer reaches the beginning of the wear out period.
  • Page 100 Drop impact resistance Height 120 cm (4 feet) ∗ This is an experimental value based on our company's drop test standard; this is not a guaranteed value. Dust/splash proof function (only for manualcutter model) Vertical placement IP54 equivalent Note: Roll paper is excluded. When roll paper recess is installed on the bottom side.

  • Page 101: External Dimensions And Mass

    Appendix External Dimensions and Mass Manualcutter model • Width: Approximately 110 mm {4.33"} • Depth: Approximately 140 mm {5.51"} • Height: Approximately 64 mm {2.52"} (the belt clip excluded) • Mass: Wi-Fi model: Approximately 506 g {1.11 lb} Bluetooth model: Approximately 500 g {1.10 lb} (Battery included;...

  • Page 102: Colors

    • Height: Approximately 69 mm {2.7"} (the belt clip excluded) • Mass: Wi-Fi model: Approximately 640 g {1.41 lb} Bluetooth model: Approximately 630 g {1.39 lb} (Battery included; belt clip and roll paper excluded) Unit: mm Colors EBCK (Epson Black)

  • Page 103: Specifications Of Interfaces And Connectors

    Vendor ID 04B8h 04B8h Product ID 0202h 0E18h String Descriptor Manufacturer EPSON EPSON Product TM-P80 Wi-Fi TM-P80 Wi-Fi TM-P80 Bluetooth TM-P80 Bluetooth Serial number Character string based on the Character string based on the product serial number product serial number...

  • Page 104: Wireless Lan Interface

    Wireless LAN Interface Countries and regions where Wireless LAN can be used are limited. Since notes are provided for each country and region, check the sheet supplied with the product. Specification • IEEE802.11a/b/g/n (2.4 GHz band or 5 GHz band) compliant wireless LAN communication compatible •...
  • Page 105 Appendix Settings in SimpleAP mode (Factory default settings) Parameter Setting value SSID EPSON_Printer Passphrase 12345678 IP Address 192.168.192.168 Subnet mask 255.255.255.0 Printing communication protocol • LP, LPR: Transfers printing data • TCP Socket Port: Transfers printing data and printer status via bidirectional direct socket communication. LP, LPR •...
  • Page 106 Notes on use • When you initialize or change the printer settings, the printer is reset to reflect the settings. It may take about 1 minute depending on the network settings or environment. Also, your application may indicate power off during the time waiting for reset.

  • Page 107: Bluetooth Wireless Interface

    Appendix Bluetooth Wireless Interface Countries and regions where Bluetooth can be used are limited. Since notes are provided for each country and region, check the sheet supplied with the product. Specification • Bluetooth 3.0 (EDR supported): Autocutter model • Bluetooth 2.1 (EDR supported): Manualcutter model •...
  • Page 108 Auto Reconnect Feature (iOS Bluetooth model) The auto reconnect feature allows the printer to automatically restore a connection in the following situations if the Bluetooth connection to the iOS device is lost. • When the printer is turned on • When the signal is dropped and then restored The following shows the printer operations and connection methods when the auto reconnect feature is enabled or disabled.
  • Page 109 Solution Do not send data to the printer if the printer is not ready to print. For developers using the SDK from Epson, see the SDK's User's Manual - Chapter 3 Programming Guide - "Printing After Checking the Printer Status".

  • Page 110: Nfc Tag

    • When data is sent to the iOS device before it switches to power-saving mode (less than approx. 30 seconds) after the printer has received data from the iOS device • When using the SDK from Epson (however, this may occur when receiving data from a printer using a com- mand transmission/reception API)
  • Page 111 Appendix Character Code Tables Refer to the following URL regarding the character code table. www.epson-biz.com/pos/reference/charcode/...

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