Epson T88 Installing the Epson printer interface, Check advice note, Check terminal operation

Installing the Epson printer interface

1.Check advice note.

Check engineering advice note in case the system is to be installed without prior knowledge of store personnel. Only contact the nominated manager / supervisor in such a situation.

Ensure that the store (check-out supervisor or nominated person) have taken readings from the register before it is powered down.

2.Identify the EPSON IM-300 terminal.

The EPSON IM-300 has an integrated Epson TM-T88iiR Serial printer. It is therefore important to identify both the EPOS terminal and a suitable location for mounting the printer interface.

3.Install the Interface Cable.

WARNING! - RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.

Loosen the screw securing the rear cover of the terminal. Remove the rear cover by pulling the upper part of the rear cover backward then downward.

Identify the COM3 port at the rear of the printer (refer to SHEET 8-9). Connect one 9 way ‘D’ socket end of the interface cable supplied (500260) to this port. The other 9 way ‘D’ socket end of this cable should be routed along the most direct route available to the interface.

Ensure that the locking hardware is secure.

Replace the rear cover and fasten the securing screw.

4.Check terminal operation.

Before supplying power to the interface connect the power cord back to the terminal and ensure that power is restored. Check the terminal for normal operation (It may be necessary to contact nominated store personnel to do this).

5.Power the interface.

As the interface only passively monitors the data line and the units are opto-isolated there should be no degradation in printer operation once the interface is powered.

If possible, check that valid text is appearing on Laptop/PC and/or Vi-POSCON screen(s).

If the terminal displays abnormal operation, check that all connectors are seated properly. If this does not resolve the problem, return the register to its initial state by removing the interface and contact your FTSS.

Vi-POSIF-S EPSON TM T 88 serial SHEET 9-9