3.14 Ribbon Position Detector (RS-sig) Specifications (MP115MP only)

The ribbon position is made up by a mechanical switch.

When the ribbon is at the position for printing of black characters, the switch is ON.

R1

10 k

 

 

R2

15 k

 

 

C1

0.022 F

 

 

Fig. 3-23 Example of ribbon position detection circuit

In order to improve the reliability, we recommend that the RS-sig is detected while the motor is off.

3.15 Dimension and Weight

See Fig on the next page for external dimension of the printer mechanism.

Weight of printer mechanism: MP111MP, approx. 410 g (excludes the ribbon cartridge) MP115MP, approx. 450 g (excludes the ribbon cartridge)

Weight of ink ribbon cartridge: approx. 24 g

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Star Micronics MP111MP-24G-A Ribbon Position Detector RS-sig Specifications MP115MP only, Dimension and Weight