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Technical Reference Guide Product Overview Describes features for the product. Setup Describes setup and installation of the product and peripherals. 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 and character code tables.
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• 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...
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. You must follow warnings carefully to avoid serious bodily injury. WARNING Provides information that must be observed to prevent damage to the equipment or loss of data.
• Shut down your equipment immediately if it produces smoke, a strange odor, or unusual noise. Continued use may lead to fire. Immediately unplug the equipment and contact your dealer or a Seiko Epson service center for advice. • Never attempt to repair this product yourself. Improper repair work can be dangerous.
Cautions • Do not connect cables in ways other than those mentioned in this manual. Different connections may cause equipment damage or fire. • Be sure to set this equipment on a firm, stable, horizontal surface. CAUTION The product may break or cause injury if it falls. •...
Restriction of Use When this product is used for applications requiring high reliability/safety, such as transportation devices related to aviation, rail, marine, automotive, etc.; disaster prevention devices; various safety devices, etc.; or functional/precision devices, etc., you should use this product only after giving consideration to including fail-safes and redundancies into your design to maintain safety and total system reliability.
About this Manual Aim of the Manual This manual aims to provide all the information necessary for the development, design, and installment of POS systems, order entry systems, and other receipt issuing systems that use TM- T83II-i. Manual Content The manual is made up of the following sections: Chapter 1 Product Overview Chapter 2...
Contents ■ For Safety ..........................3 Key to Symbols ............................3 Warnings ..............................4 Cautions ..............................5 ■ Restriction of Use ........................6 ■ About this Manual ........................ 7 Aim of the Manual ..........................7 Manual Content .............................7 ■ Contents..........................8 Product Overview ................ 12 ■...
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Server Direct Print..........................68 Web Server ............................69 ■ Software and Manuals ....................... 70 How to Get Manuals and the Utility....................71 ■ EPSON TMNet WebConfig ....................72 Starting EPSON TMNet WebConfig..................... 72 Help Screen Display..........................73 Version Screen Display ........................73 General Information ..........................
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Web Service Settings - Device Admin - Serial Communication Device ........83 Web Service Settings - Device Admin - Search Printer ..............84 Web Service Settings - Web Contents - Update Settings..............85 Web Service Settings - Server Access - Direct Print ................87 Web Service Settings - Server Access - Status Notification..............88 System Settings - Network - Wired ......................89 System Settings - Network - Wired - TCP/IP ..................90...
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■ Character Code Tables ....................134 Common to All Pages ........................134 Page 0 [PC437: USA, Standard Europe] ..................135 Page 1 (Katakana) ..........................136 Page 2 (PC850: Multilingual)......................137 Page 3 (PC860: Portuguese)......................138 Page 4 (PC863: Canadian-French) ....................139 Page 5 (PC865: Nordic)........................
Product Overview This chapter describes features of the product. Features TM-T83II-i is a receipt printer which can print directly from a smart device application or Web application. This product supports ePOS-Device * and is capable of controlling POS peripherals. *: ePOS-Device: Epson original technology to control TM printers or POS peripherals via a smart device application or Web application.
Chapter 1 Product Overview Product Configurations Bundled items • AC adapter (Model: PS-180) • Roll paper (for operation check) • Roll paper guide for 58 mm width paper • User's Manual • Power switch cover • Waterproof power switch cover •...
After the product is turned on, it requires about 30 seconds until it is ready to print. Power Switch Cover Install the power switch cover that comes with the TM-T83II-i onto the printer to prevent inadvertent changing of the power switch, to prevent tampering, and to improve the appearance of the printer.
Chapter 1 Product Overview Roll paper cover / Cover open lever When setting or replacing the roll paper, use the cover open lever to open the roll paper cover. Do not open the roll paper cover during printing or while the autocutter is operating. Cutter cover The autocutter is inside the cutter cover.
Connect the LAN cable here to connect to the network. USB host port (Type A) Connects peripherals via a USB interface. USB device port (Type B) Connects a computer when setting the product with TM-T83II Utility. DC-In connector Connects the AC adapter. microSD card slot Used when using the PHP function.
Chapter 1 Product Overview Status LED With the status LED on the rear of the product, you can check the interface board status. Status LED Description On (Green) Operating normally. On (Orange) Starting up. If the status LED is on in orange even after 30 seconds have passed since the printer is turned on, repair is required.
Push Button Push button Press the push button with a thin object such as a tweezers. The push button has the following functions: • Status sheet printing: Make sure the product is turned on, press the push button for approximately 3 seconds. When you release the button, a status sheet on which network parameters are printed will be ejected.
Chapter 1 Product Overview Online and Offline Online When no events to go offline have occurred, the printer is online and ready for normal printing. Offline The printer automatically goes offline under the following conditions: • During power on (including resetting with the interface) until the printer is ready •...
Error Status There are three possible error types: automatically recoverable errors, recoverable errors, and unrecoverable errors. Check the error LED flash code. When connection to peripherals fails, check the status LEDs at the lower rear of the product. Automatically Recoverable Errors Printing is no longer possible when automatically recoverable errors occur.
Chapter 1 Product Overview Unrecoverable Errors If the same error occurs again even after turning the power back on, contact your dealer or a Epson service center. Turn off the power immediately when unrecoverable errors occur. CAUTION Error Error description...
With this function, printer information, such as the number of line feeds, the number of autocuts, and product operation time after the printer starts working, is automatically stored in NV memory. You can read the information with the TM-T83II Utility or in a self-test to use it for periodical checks or part replacement.
You can utilize "Easy Setup", which enables settings to the TM-i to be made in a simple manner using a USB memory that contains a file of EPSON TMNet WebConfig setting values. For detail, refer the “TM-i series Easy Setup Guide”.
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Connecting the Product to the Network (page 35) Connecting the AC Adapter (page 42) Attaching the Power Switch Cover (page 43) Setting the Memory Switches/Receipt Enhancement (page 44) Settings for EPSON TMNet WebConfig Network Setting (page 53) Setting for Connected Devices (page 57)
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Connecting the AC Adapter (page 42) Attaching the Power Switch Cover (page 43) Setting the Memory Switches/Receipt Enhancement (page 44) Settings for EPSON TMNet WebConfig Network Setting (page 53) Setting for Server Direct Print (page 56) Setting for Connected Devices (page 57)
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Connecting the Product to the Network (page 35) Connecting the AC Adapter (page 42) Attaching the Power Switch Cover (page 43) Setting the Memory Switches/Receipt Enhancement (page 44) Settings for EPSON TMNet WebConfig Network Setting (page 53) Enabling PHP (page 56) Registering Web Contents (page 59)
Chapter 2 Setup Installing the Product You can install the printer horizontally on a flat surface (with the paper exit on top) or vertically (with the paper exit at the front). Also, you can hang it on a wall using the included accessories. Horizontal Installation Vertical Installation Hanging Installation...
Installing the Printer Vertically When installing the printer vertically, be sure to attach the included control panel label for vertical installation on the roll paper cover, and attach 4 rubber feet in the rectangular indents in the printer case, as shown in the illustration below. Control panel label for vertical installation Rubber feet...
Chapter 2 Setup Hanging the Printer on a Wall To hang the printer on the wall, follow the steps below. • To fix the printer securely, install the wall hanging bracket on a wall made of wood, concrete, or metal. The thickness of the wall should be 10 mm {0.4"} or more. •...
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Remove the installed 2 screws from the printer, install the wall hanging bracket on the printer, and fix it using the screws. Screws Wall hanging bracket Align the holes in the wall hanging bracket with the screws on the wall, and hook it securely.
Chapter 2 Setup Changing the Paper Width You can change the paper width from 80 to 58 mm by installing the included 58-mm width roll paper guide. Follow the steps below to change the paper width. • Because some parts of the print head and the autocutter contact the platen and they may become worn out, once you change the paper width from 80 to 58 mm and use the printer, you cannot change it back to 80 mm.
Adjusting the Paper Roll Near-End Sensor When you install the printer horizontally, you can use the paper near-end sensor. Below are two situations where a paper near-end sensor adjustment is required. • To adjust the detection position to suit the diameter of the roll paper core used. •...
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Chapter 2 Setup Tighten the adjustment screw. Make sure that the detection lever operates smoothly. Positioning plate Adjustment screw Detection lever...
Installing the microSD Card Install the microSD card into the microSD card slot on the rear of the product. Use a microSD card that has wear leveling functions The microSD card can only be used if the PHP function is enabled. Installing the microSD Card Open the protective cover on this product.
Chapter 2 Setup Connecting the Product to the Network For Wired LAN connection Connect the product to a network by a LAN cable via a hub. Insert a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX LAN cable into the LAN connector until it clicks. • When LAN cables are installed outdoors, make sure devices without proper surge protection are cushioned by being connected through devices that do have surge protection.
Connecting the Peripherals Connect each cable of a peripheral to a port or connector at the rear of the product. • When connecting USB interface devices, make sure to check the devices or manuals, etc. for current consumption. The total value should be 800 mA or less. Never use devices that provide no information on current consumption.
Chapter 2 Setup Installation Procedures Turn off the product. Connect and disconnect the optional external buzzer while the product is turned off. If you connect it while the product is turned on, the buzzer does not function correctly. Clean and dry the printer case where the optional external buzzer will be installed.
Peel off the sticker on the other side of the affixing tape, and attach and fix the optional external buzzer to the printer case. Printer case Turn on the product. When and how to beep can be set by TM-T83II Utility or the product's customized value. (See "Setting the Memory Switches/Receipt Enhancement" on page •...
For key input devices such as barcode scanners and keyboards, connect a USB cable of a device to the USB port at the rear of this product. Use EPSON TMNet WebConfig to select a device control script and perform communication tests. For detail, refer to...
Connecting the Cash Drawer Using the optional product for TM printer is recommended. If the optional external buzzer is used, you cannot use a cash drawer. • Specifications of drawers differ depending on makers or models. When you use a drawer other than specified, make sure its specification meets the following conditions.
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Chapter 2 Setup Drawer Connection Circuitry Drawer kick connector With shielded Drawer kick solenoid +24V Control device Drawer open/close switch Printer side User side [Drawer kick side]...
Connecting the AC Adapter Use PS-180 as the power supply unit for this product. • Be sure to use the included AC adapter as the power supply unit. Using a nonstandard power supply can result in electric shock and fire. •...
Chapter 2 Setup Attaching the Power Switch Cover Install the power switch cover that comes with the TM-T83II-i onto the product to prevent inadvertent changing of the power switch, to prevent tampering, and to improve the appearance of the product.
For an outline of the functions, see the following section. Use the methods shown in the table below; TM-T83II Utility or Software Setting Mode to set the memory switches and R/E functions.
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*1: No settings are required *2: Do not change the settings *3: Excluding some function • For information about the TM-T83II Utility, see the TM-T83II Utility User’s Manual. • To directly configure the product in the Software Setting Mode, see "Software Setting Mode"...
Functions Receive buffer capacity • 4KB (initial setting) • 45 bytes Processing when data receive error • Prints “?” (initial setting) • Ignored No settings are required. BUSY condition • Receive buffer full/Offline • Receive buffer full (initial setting) Do not change the settings. Auto line feed •...
Chapter 2 Setup Paper sensor to output paper-end signals default • Paper end sensor enabled, paper near-end sensor enabled (initial setting) • Disabled No settings are required. Error signal output • Disabled • Enabled (initial setting) No settings are required. Paper near-end sensor •...
Print density Selectable from levels 1 to 13 (70% ~ 130%). Initial setting: level 7 (100%) Depending on the paper type, it is recommended to set the print density as shown in the table below for the best print quality. Original Paper type Density Level TF50KS-EY, TF60KS-E, PD160R, PD190R, P220AGB-1, P35024,...
Chapter 2 Setup Interface selection Interface is fixed. Do not change the settings. Power supply unit capacity Selectable from levels 1 to 3 (Low ~ High) Initial setting: level 3 Autocutting after closing cover • Cuts • Does not cut (initial setting) Paper reduction Extra upper space reduction •...
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• 75% Font A auto replacement • Does not replace (initial setting) • Font B This function is enabled only when Number of columns is set to Standard mode. Font B auto replacement • Does not replace (initial setting) • Font A This function is enabled only when Number of columns is set to Standard mode.
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• USB printer class • USB vendor-defined class (initial setting) Do not change the settings. Auto top logo TM-T83II Utility does not support the function for Number of lines to be deleted below top logo. Key-code Selectable from key-codes of registered logos Alignment •...
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Auto top/bottom logo extended functions TM-T83II Utility does not support the following functions. • Top logo print while paper feeding to the cutting position • Top logo print while clearing the buffer to recover from a recoverable error • Top logo print after paper feeding with the Feed button has finished Top logo print while paper feeding to the cutting position •...
If no IP address is printed, print a status sheet and check the IP address. 3. Start EPSON TMNet WebConfig Access the address bar of the Web browser on the PC for setting to start EPSON TMNet WebConfig. http://TM-i’s IP address/webconfig/ For detail, see "Starting EPSON TMNet WebConfig"...
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∗ Default Gateway About how to print the status sheet, see "Status sheet" on page 100. Confirming with EPSON TMNet WebConfig Refer to the followings. • "General Information" on page 74 • "Information - Wired - TCP/IP" on page 76...
When network connection fails, follow the steps below to initialize the network setting to the default. The EPSON TMNet WebConfig password is also initialized. Other settings such as device ID, style sheet, and Server Direct Print settings are not initialized.
Make sure that the microSD card is installed in the microSD card slot on this product. 2. Start EPSON TMNet WebConfig Access the address bar of the Web browser on the PC for setting to start EPSON TMNet WebConfig. http://TM-i’s IP address/webconfig/PHPSetting 3.
Setting for Connected Devices The ePOS-Device XML, ePOS-Device SDK, and Server Direct Print systems identify controlled devices by the device ID. The device ID is registered in this product. Set the device ID using EPSON TMNet WebConfig. This section briefly explains the setup procedure.
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"Device ID". This section briefly explains the setup procedure. 1. Start EPSON TMNet WebConfig Access the address bar of the Web browser on the PC for setting to start EPSON TMNet WebConfig. http://”TM-i’s IP address”/webconfig/ For detail, see "Starting EPSON TMNet WebConfig"...
Chapter 2 Setup Registering Web Contents To use this product as a Web server, register Web contents by following the steps below. Creating Web Contents Specifications of the file to be registered • Contents such as HTML files, CSS files, PHP files, JavaScript files, certificate files, and image data. •...
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Cautions for the files to be registered • The specifications for registration of web contents will vary as shown below, depending on whether you set "Enable" or "Disable" for PHP. Specification Item When enabling PHP: When disabling PHP: Content save location microSD card Inside this product Registering Web contents...
Connect this product to a network and turn on the product. 2. Start EPSON TMNet WebConfig Access the address bar of the Web browser on the PC for setting to start EPSON TMNet WebConfig. http://”TM-i’s IP address”/webconfig/ For detail, see "Starting EPSON TMNet WebConfig"...
Application Development Information This chapter describes how to control the product and gives information useful for product application development. How to Control the Printer The method for controlling the printer with your print application will depend on the system structure. Note: The method and environment for using the following development tools are same as TM-T82II-i.
Chapter 3 Application Development Information ePOS-Device SDK for iOS ePOS-Device SDK for iOS is a SDK for developers to enable the use of this product from iOS applications. This provides an API that can be used from applications, and allows users to control printing and device controls from iOS terminals.
ePOS-Device SDK for Android ePOS-Device SDK for Android is a SDK for developers to enable the use of this product from Android applications. This provides an API that can be used from applications, and allows users to control printing and device controls from Android terminals. This SDK has the following features: •...
Chapter 3 Application Development Information ePOS-Device SDK for JavaScript ePOS-Device SDK for JavaScript is a SDK for developers to enable use of this product from JavaScript in Web browser, etc. This provides an API that can be used from applications, and allows users to control printing and device controls from the Web application.
ePOS-Device XML ePOS-Device XML is a command system that uses XML to define functions to control various POS peripherals (including this product printer unit) connected to this product. An application creates a request message in XML format and sends it to this product using socket communications. This product executes control on peripherals and returns a response.
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Chapter 3 Application Development Information The package includes: • ePOS-Device XML User’s Manual • Sample program How to obtain Download from our web site.
This function has the following features: • Can acquire print data from three different URLs. Print data can be used in ePOS-Device XML format. • Printable to TM printers on the network via TM-T83II-i. The package includes: • Server Direct Print User’s Manual •...
• Create dynamic Web pages. • Manage user data by saving files and operating database. The Web contents registered on this product can be automatically obtained or updated from a specified URL. Device TM-T83II-i 1. Request 2. Data http://-----/index.php Http Server...
Software and Manuals The following software and manuals are provided for application development. • To use the TM-T83II Utility, connect the product with a PC for setting via the USB cable or LAN cable. • After using the TM-T83II Utility, be sure to turn off the product, and then turn it on.
TM-i to be made in a simple manner. You make the settings using a USB memory that contains a file of EPSON TMNet WebConfig setting values. How to Get Manuals and the Utility You can obtain manuals and the TM-T83II Utility from the following URL. https://download.epson-biz.com/?service=pos...
• A user name and a password will be required on the authentication screen. Enter “epson” for both the user name and the password. You can change the password on the [Password Setting] screen (see "Admin Settings - Administrator Information -...
Chapter 3 Application Development Information Help Screen Display Click [Help] to display the help screen for EPSON TMNet WebConfig. Version Screen Display Click [About] to display the version screen for EPSON TMNet WebConfig.
General Information You can check the general information of the TM-T83II-i. Item Description Administrator Name Displays the administrator name set by the user. Location/Person Displays the product's installation location set by the user. Firmware Version Shows the TM-i firmware version of the TM-T83II-i.
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Chapter 3 Application Development Information Item Description Wireless MAC Address Shows the MAC address for wireless LAN. Hardware Version Shows the hardware version for wireless LAN. Software Version Shows the software version for wireless LAN. Communication Standard Shows the communication standard. Network Mode Shows the communication mode.
Information - Wired - TCP/IP You can check the TCP/IP setting for a wired LAN. Item Description Get IP Address Shows the method of getting the IP address. Set using Automatic Private IP Addressing Shows the APIPA setting. (APIPA) IP Address Shows the IP address set with the wired LAN.
Chapter 3 Application Development Information Information - Wireless - TCP/IP You can check the TCP/IP setting for a wireless LAN. Item Description Get IP Address Shows the method of getting the IP address. Set using Automatic Private IP Addressing Shows the APIPA setting. (APIPA) IP Address Shows the IP address set with the wireless LAN.
Shows “-”. Date of Last Automatic Update Shows the latest date and time when the web contents were installed on the TM-T83II-i automatically. Status of Last Automatic Update Shows the result of the last update of web contents on the TM-T83II-i.
Chapter 3 Application Development Information Information - Time You can check the time setting. Item Description Time Shows the date and the present time. Use Time Server Shows whether time server is used for time setting. Get Time Server Shows the method of getting time server. Time Server Shows the IP address or host name of the time server.
Web Service Settings - Device Admin - Printer You can set printers or check their operation. • This product cannot be deleted from a device. • The "device ID" for this product can be changed. For detail, see to "Changing Device ID of This Product"...
Set the parity. Usually, not required set. Brightness settings Set the brightness of the customer display. You can set 20%, 40%, 60%, or 100%. The maximum bright-ness is 100%. Test display Performs a test display to the customer display. Apply Saves settings to TM-T83II-i.
Web Service Settings - Device Admin - Key Input Device You can set the key input device or check their operation. Item Description Key input Device ID Set the ID for the key input device. device to be Device name Set the device name for the key input device.
Set the communication speed. tions settings speed (bps) Data bit Set the data bit length. Parity Set the parity. Stop bit Set the stop bit. Flow control Set the flow control. Communication test Performs a communication test. Apply Saves settings to TM-T83II-i.
Web Service Settings - Device Admin - Search Printer You can search and configure printers connected to this product through the network. Item Description List of detected Printer Lists the printers connected to the same subnet network as this printers product, and their information.
Chapter 3 Application Development Information Web Service Settings - Web Contents - Update Settings You can use this to register web contents in this product and set updating for them. See also "Registering Web Contents" on page Item Description Automatic Automatic Update Selects the method of updating web contents.
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Sets whether the server authentication is performed with the registered certificate when accessed through https. Apply Saves settings to TM-T83II-i. Web Contents Web Contents Specifies the web content files to register. Manual Update Archive File (*.zip) Upload Registers the specified web contents on the TM-T83II-i.
Sets whether to use the Server Direct Print function or not. Select [Enable] or [disable]. Set ID for the server-side program to identify TM-T83II-i when [Server Direct Print] is set to [Enable]. This ID becomes the user ID used for Digest access authentication.
Sets whether to use the Status Notification function or not. Select [Enable] or [disable]. Set ID for the server-side program to identify TM-T83II-i when [Status Notification] is set to [Enable]. This ID becomes the user ID used for Digest access authentication. The set value will also be passed as an ID parameter value for the form data posted to the server.
Chapter 3 Application Development Information System Settings - Network - Wired You can make settings for a wired LAN network. Item Description Link Speed & Duplex Sets the speed of data link layer. Apply Saves settings to TM-T83II-i.
Sets the method of getting the address of the DNS server. Automatically DNS Server Address Sets the addresses of the DNS server in order of usage when [Acquire DNS Server Address Automatically] is set to [Disable]. Apply Saves settings to TM-T83II-i.
Enter the pass phrase of the pre-shared key when [Security mode] is set to "WPA" or "WPA2". Apply Saves settings to TM-T83II-i. • Initially, Authentication Method is set to Open System and Security Mode is set to None. To ensure security, be sure to change the settings before use.
Sets the method of getting the address of the DNS server Automatically when [Get IP Address] is set to [Auto]. DNS Server Address Sets the addresses of the DNS server in order of usage when [Acquire DNS Server Address Automatically] is set to [Disable]. Apply Saves settings to TM-T83II-i.
Chapter 3 Application Development Information System Settings - Security - Authenticate Server You can register certificates, configure the registered certificates, and delete them in this product. Item Description Import Certificate Format Specifies the file format for root CA certificates to be registered in Certificates this product.
Sets whether the proxy is used for automatic update of Web following services: Update contents. Direct Print Sets whether the proxy is used for Server Direct Print. Status Sets whether the proxy is used for Status Notification. Notification Apply Saves settings to TM-T83II-i.
Chapter 3 Application Development Information System Settings - Time - Time You can set the time for the TM-T83II-i. Item Description Time Sets the time. Clicking [Get Time] shows the present time. Time Zone (Hour) Sets the time zone. Time Server...
Admin Settings - Maintenance - Reset You can reset the network functions and restore the settings for EPSON TMNet WebConfig to the factory default settings. Item Description Reset Restarts the network functions while retaining the network setting values such as IP address.
Chapter 3 Application Development Information Admin Settings - Administrator Information - Administrator You can set the information for the administrator of the TM-T83II-i. Item Description Administrator Name Sets the name of the administrator of the TM-T83II-i. Location/Person Sets the location where the TM-T83II-i is installed.
Saves settings to TM-T83II-i. A user name and a password will be required on the authentication screen when you start up this utility and when you change settings. Enter “epson” for the user name and the password you set for the password.
PHP settings Opening PHP Setting Screen Follow the steps below to open the PHP Setting screen of EPSON TMNet WebConfig. Start up a PC connected to the network. Start up the Web browser, and input the following in the address bar.
If you keep pressing the button for more than 10 seconds, the network settings are initialized. Information on a status sheet <General Information> Firmware X.XX ePOS-Device X.XX Model TM-T83II-i Time yyyy-mm-dd hh:nn:ss GMT+hh:nn <Server Direct Print> Disable <Status Notification> Status Notification Disable <Syslog Storage>...
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Shows the product’s TM-i firmware version, ePOS- Device version, product’s name, and time. Firmware Shows the product’s TM-i Firmware version. ePOS-Device Shows ePOS-Device Service version. Model Shows “TM-T83II-i”. Time Shows the date, the present time, and the time difference. Administrator Name Shows the administrator name. Location/Person Shows the location and the user name.
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Item Description Set using Automatic Private IP Addressing Shows the APIPA setting. (APIPA) IP Address Shows the IP address. Subnet Mask Shows the subnet mask. Default Gateway Shows the default gateway. Acquire DNS Server Address Automatically Shows the method of getting the address of the DNS server.
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Chapter 3 Application Development Information Item Description Shows whether using the customer display. Communications speed Shows the communication speed. Data bit Shows the data bit. Parity Shows the parity. Brightness setting Shows the brightness of the customer display. KeyInput Device Displays, for each device ID , the information below on key input devices registered in ePOS-Device.
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Item Description Shows Enable or Disable of Server Direct Print. Shows ID for the server-side program to identify TM- T83II-i. Authenticate Server S h ow s w h e t h e r t h e s e r ve r a u t h e n t i c a t i o n i s performed with the registered certificate when accessed through https.
Chapter 3 Application Development Information Setting/Checking Modes Besides the ordinary print mode, the printer has the following modes to set or check settings of the printer. • Self-test Mode • Hexadecimal Dumping Mode • NV Graphics Print Mode • Receipt Enhancement Information Print Mode •...
NV Graphics Print Mode You can confirm the following information by running NV graphics print mode: • Capacity of the NV graphics • Used amount of the NV graphics • Unused capacity of the NV graphics • Number of NV graphics that are registered •...
Chapter 3 Application Development Information Receipt Enhancement Information Print Mode You can confirm the following information by running the R/E information mode: • Automatic top logo setting • Automatic bottom logo setting • Extended settings for automatic top/bottom logo Follow the steps below. Close the roll paper cover.
Software Setting Mode You can configure the memory switches (customized values) of the product. • Print density • Auto reduction of the amount of paper to use • Autocutting of paper while the cover is closed • Paper width • Default value of character code page/international character set •...
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Chapter 3 Application Development Information Hold down the Feed button for 1 second or more to move to mode selection. The mode selection guidance is printed and Paper LED flashes. Mode Selection Modes 0: Exit and Reboot Printer 1: NV Graphics Information 2: Receipt Enhancement Information 3: Customize Value Settings 4: or more: None...
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Press the Feed button for less than 1 second the number of times as shown in the print result and then hold down for more than 1 second to select the item to be set. The specified value (option), currently set value, and initial value for the selected item are printed.
Chapter 3 Application Development Information Hexadecimal Dumping Mode In the hexadecimal dumping mode, the printer prints the data transmitted from a host computer in hexadecimal numbers and their corresponding characters. Follow the steps below to run this mode. • If there is no character corresponding to print data, “.” is printed. •...
Easy Setup Easy Setup is a function that enables setting of EPSON TMNet WebConfig just by inserting a USB memory in TM-i and turning the power on. If you are using a network-connected TM printer, you can make the network settings at the same time with Easy Setup.
Checking/Updating TM-i Firmware Checking the TM-i Firmware Version • Use "Software" in the status sheet (page • Use "General" in EPSON TMNet WebConfig (page Updating TM-i Firmware You can use the TM-i Firmware Update Tool to do the update. For detail, see...
Handling This chapter describes basic handling of the product. Installing and Replacing Roll Paper • Do not open the roll paper cover during printing. The product may be damaged. • Do not touch the manual cutter with your hands when installing or replacing the roll WARNING paper.
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Chapter 4 Handling Install the roll paper in the correct direction. Pull out some roll paper, and close the roll paper cover.
Removing Jammed Paper When a paper jam occurs, never pull out the paper forcibly. Turn off the printer power, open the roll paper cover, and then remove the jammed paper. Do not touch the thermal head (See "Cleaning the Thermal Head" on page 117.) because it can be very hot after printing.
Handling Cleaning the Thermal Head Epson recommends cleaning the thermal head periodically (generally every 3 months) to maintain receipt print quality. After printing, the thermal head can be very hot. Do not touch it and let it cool before you clean it.
Appendix Product Specifications Printing method Thermal line printing Cutting method Partial cut (cutting with one point in left edge left uncut) • Standards: USB2.0 (High/Full/Low speed) Interfaces USB host port • No. of ports: 2 ports • Connector: Type A •...
Controllable Peripherals Network Model Following printer of TM-i series Printer • TM-T83II-i Following printers with the UB-E02, UB-E03, UB-R03, or UB-R04 embedded • TM-T88IV • TM-T83II • TM-U220 • TM-L90 Customer Display Not available Key Input Device Barcode scanner, Keyboard...
Appendix Printing Specifications 80 mm width paper printing 58 mm width paper printing Printing method Thermal line printing Dot density 180 × 180 dpi Printing direction Unidirectional with friction feed (Reverse feed is not supported.) Printing width 72.0 mm {2.83"}, 512 dots 50.8 mm {2"}, 360 dots Characters per line Font A: 42...
Character Specifications Number of characters Font A (initial setting) Alphanumeric characters: 95 Font B Extended graphics: 128 × 43 pages International characters: 18 sets Korean: KS C5601: 8,366 Character structure Font A 12 × 24 (including 2-dot horizontal spacing) Font B 9 ×...
Appendix Characters per line Standard/Double-height/Double-width/ Double-width, double-height 80 mm width paper printing 58 mm width paper printing Font A 42/42/21/21 30/30/15/15 Font B 56/56/28/28 40/40/20/20 Kanji font A 21/21/10/10 15/15/7/7 Kanji font B 32/32/16/16 23/23/11/11...
Printable Area 80 mm paper width printing The printable area of paper with a width of 79.5 ± 0.5 mm {3.13 ± 0.02"} is 72.2 ± 0.2 mm {2.84 ± 0.008"} (512 dots), and the space on the right and left sides is approximately 3.7 mm {0.15"}. 79.5 0.5 mm {3.13 0.02”} 72.0 0.2 mm {2.83 0.008} 3.7 mm {0.15}...
Appendix Printing and Cutting Positions Manual-cutter position Approx. 27.1 (mm) Approx. 10.5 (mm) Autocutter blade position Center of the print dotline Printable area Paper feed direction The values above may vary slightly as a result of paper slack or variations in the paper. Take this into account when setting the cutting position of the autocutter.
Paper Specifications 80 mm width paper printing 58 mm width paper printing Paper types Specified thermal paper Form Roll paper Size Roll paper diameter 83 mm {3.27"} maximum Roll paper core Inside: 12 mm {0.47"}, Outside: 18 mm {0.71"} Roll width when taken up 80 + 0.5/-1.0 mm 58 + 0.5/-1.0 mm {3.15 + 0.02/-0.04"}...
Appendix Electrical Characteristics AC adapter PS-180 Input voltage AC 90 V to 264 V (AC 100 V to 240 V) Output voltage DC 24 V Supply current from Total of both ports: 800 mA the product Consumed current (Rating) 24 V /1.8 A Consumed power When operating: 29.4W (230V/50Hz), 29.5W (115V/60Hz) When standby:...
Acoustic noise (operating) Approximately 55 dB (bystander position) Note: The values above are measured in the Epson evaluation condition. Acoustic noise differs depending on the paper used, printing contents, and the setting values, such as print speed or print density.
Appendix External Dimensions and Mass • Width: Approximately 140 mm {5.51"} • Depth: Approximately 199 mm {7.83"} • Height: Approximately 146 mm {5.75"} • Mass: Approximately 1.7 kg {3.74 lb} (except for roll paper) [Units: mm]...
AC Adapter (PS-180) Input conditions Input voltage: AC 100V to 240V Frequency: 50/60 Hz Input current (rating): 1.3A Output conditions Output voltage (rating): DC 24V ± 5% Output current (rating): 2.0A...
Character Code Tables • The character code tables show only character configurations. They do not show the actual print pattern. • “SP” in the table shows a space. Common to All Pages When International character set (See "International Character Sets" on page 178.) is USA:...
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