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viii Rev. F3.4.7 The paper is not cut (roll paper specification) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rev. F Product Outline 1-1TM-C100 Technical Reference GuideChapter 1 Product Outline1.1 FeaturesThe TM-C100 is a compact inkjet printer, newly desi

1-2 Product Outline Rev. F1.2.2 Standard AccessoriesThe printer comes with the following accessories.❏ User's Manual❏ Exclusive ink cartridge❏

Rev. F Product Outline 1-3TM-C100 Technical Reference GuideFor customers from North America: http://pos.epson.com/For customers from other countries

1-4 Product Outline Rev. F1.3.3 Standard size paperThe following types of paper are available for use with the TM-C100 (ASF specification). These c

Rev. F Setup 2-1TM-C100 Technical Reference GuideChapter 2Setup2.1 Part Names and Basic Operations2.1.1 Part names❏ Release leverPressing this lev

2-2 Setup Rev. F❏ Release leverPressing this lever switches between the paper clamped status (preparing to print) and paper released status (ready f

Rev. F Setup 2-3TM-C100 Technical Reference Guide2.1.2 Control panelThe following shows the functions of the control panel.❏ POWER switchThis switc

2-4 Setup Rev. F❏ CLEANING switchThe printer performs head cleaning if the switch is pressed for 3 seconds or more. For information about head clean

Rev. F Setup 2-5TM-C100 Technical Reference Guide2.2 Setup ProcedureTo get the best performance from your printer, it is necessary to make various

2-6 Setup Rev. F2.3 Printer Setup2.3.1 Installing options❏ When using the ASF (auto sheet feeder) specification printer, see "Installing the

Rev. F Setup 2-7TM-C100 Technical Reference Guide4. Push down the auto sheet feeder until the triangle marks on the printer and the auto sheet feede

2-8 Setup Rev. F2.3.1.2 Installing the roll paper holder1. Check that the printer is not connected to the AC adapter. If the printer is on, turn it

Rev. F Setup 2-9TM-C100 Technical Reference Guide4. Plug the power cable into the power connector.Note:To unplug the power connector, grip the part

2-10 Setup Rev. F5. Push down the ink cartridge until it clicks firmly into place.Note:Do not use excessive force.6. Close the printer cover (the IN

Rev. F Setup 2-11TM-C100 Technical Reference Guide2.3.4 Connecting the printer to the host PC / POS terminalNote: To connect the printer to your c

2-12 Setup Rev. F2.4 Installing a Printer Driver in the Host PC / POS TerminalEpson provides 2 kinds of printer drivers for the TM-C100. The driver

Rev. F Setup 2-13TM-C100 Technical Reference GuideThe procedure for installation and setup is as follows.1. Installing OPOS-X ADK( Run Setup.exe on

2-14 Setup Rev. F2.2. Run CheckHealth and perform the device communication test.Result codeSucceededErrorCheck the error status.Refer to the [Applic

Rev. F Setup 2-15TM-C100 Technical Reference Guide1. InstallationRun Setup.exe in Disk 1, and continue the installation with the wizard.2. Perform t

Rev. F iTM-C100 Technical Reference GuideCAUTIONS❏ No part of this document may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any

2-16 Setup Rev. F❏ Manuals• Installer Manual: Explains installation and setup of the EPSON OPOS ADK• Application Development Guide (ADG): Detailed i

Rev. F Using the Printer 3-1TM-C100 Technical Reference GuideChapter 3Using the PrinterThis chapter describes typical usage of the printer and troub

3-2 Using the Printer Rev. F5. If the release lever is lowered, press it again and raise the release lever.Note:If you insert paper that is too smal

Rev. F Using the Printer 3-3TM-C100 Technical Reference GuideCAUTION:Attempting to remove the roll paper edge guide without squeezing the locking cl

3-4 Using the Printer Rev. F3.1.2.2 Printing method1. Check the following 3 points before printing.• The printer is turned on• The release lever is

Rev. F Using the Printer 3-5TM-C100 Technical Reference Guide5. Check that the paper is placed straight.6. Press the release lever again, so that th

3-6 Using the Printer Rev. F4. Remove the new ink cartridge from its box and open the transparent plastic bag.Note:Install the ink cartridge in the

Rev. F Using the Printer 3-7TM-C100 Technical Reference Guide3.3 Maintenance3.3.1 Ink head cleaningIf the print appears blurred, the ink head nozz

3-8 Using the Printer Rev. F3.4 Troubleshooting3.4.1 Flashing LEDsWhen only 1 of the 3 LEDs on the control panel is on, the printer is running nor

Rev. F Using the Printer 3-9TM-C100 Technical Reference Guide3.4.2 The paper being printed does not come out❏ If you set paper larger than the size

ii Rev. FImportant Safety InformationKey to SymbolsThe following symbols are used in this document. Please check the meaning of the symbols before

3-10 Using the Printer Rev. FNote:When using OPOS-X, the option setting is set automatically. Change only the feed setting. (Use the "SlpPaperB

Rev. F Using the Printer 3-11TM-C100 Technical Reference Guide3.5 FAQ3.5.1 Printing on long paper (roll paper specification)By turning on "Lo

3-12 Using the Printer Rev. F4. Printing is performed and paper is output. Self test print example5. The printer is ready to receive data as soon as

Rev. F Using the Printer 3-13TM-C100 Technical Reference Guide3.6.1.3 Feeding paper by hand1. Check that the printer is turned off, the printer cov

3-14 Using the Printer Rev. F

Rev. F Application Development Information 4-1TM-C100 Technical Reference GuideChapter 4Application Development InformationThis chapter contains use

4-2 Application Development Information Rev. F4.2 Precautions When Using OPOS-XThis section explains the precautions necessary when using OPOS-X. F

Rev. F Product Specifications of the TM-C100 A-1TM-C100 Technical Reference GuideAppendix A Product Specifications of the TM-C100A.1 Product Specif

A-2 Product Specifications of the TM-C100 Rev. FVibration resistance test specifications:Packaged: Frequency 5 to 55 HzAcceleration approximately

Rev. F Product Specifications of the TM-C100 A-3TM-C100 Technical Reference GuideA.2 Printing Specifications[dpi: dots per 25.4 mm (dots per inch)

Rev. F iiiTM-C100 Technical Reference GuideWarningsWARNING:❏Turn off the printer and unplug it immediately if it produces smoke, a strange odor, or

A-4 Product Specifications of the TM-C100 Rev. FNote: 1. Printing speed is with continuous printing without cleaning, auto-cutting, or paper feed or

Rev. F Product Specifications of the TM-C100 A-5TM-C100 Technical Reference GuideA.3.1 Print area and cutter positionA.3.1.1 Plain paper/special p

A-6 Product Specifications of the TM-C100 Rev. FA.3.1.2 Plain borderless label paper Print area and cutter position (borderless label sheets)Note:B

Rev. F Product Specifications of the TM-C100 A-7TM-C100 Technical Reference GuideA.4 ASF SpecificationNote:The paper must be flat, without curls or

A-8 Product Specifications of the TM-C100 Rev. FA.4.1 Print areaA.4.1.1 For standard printing Print area (cut sheet) 109 (high speed) 114 (normal,

Rev. F Product Specifications of the TM-C100 A-9TM-C100 Technical Reference GuideA.5 Hand Fed Paper SpecificationsNote:The paper must be flat, with

A-10 Product Specifications of the TM-C100 Rev. FA.5.1 Print areaA.5.1.1 For standard printing Print area (cut sheet)A.6 Case SpecificationsA.6.1

Rev. F Product Specifications of the TM-C100 A-11TM-C100 Technical Reference GuideA.6.3 Outline drawingA.6.3.1 Roll paper specification Roll paper

A-12 Product Specifications of the TM-C100 Rev. FA.6.3.2 ASF specification ASF specification - External view[Unit: mm, typical value]137 (tray ret

Rev. F System Design B-1TM-C100 Technical Reference GuideAppendix BSystem DesignThis chapter contains useful information for system design.B.1 Cont

iv Rev. FCautionsCAUTION:❏Do not attach any equipment not shown in this guide. Doing so may result in failure, fire, and the like.❏Do not place the

B-2 System Design Rev. FThe following manuals are provided in other packages.• Epson Advanced Printer Driver: User's Manual• Status API: Refere

Rev. F System Design B-3TM-C100 Technical Reference GuideB.1.2.1 EPSON OPOS ADK OutlineOPOS Control, included in the EPSON OPOS ADK, has the follow

B-4 System Design Rev. F❏ Utilities• SetUpPOS UtilityYou can select a device and connection port to use, and make various settings.(Waiting to prin

Rev. F vTM-C100 Technical Reference GuideAbout This ManualAim of the ManualThe purpose of this manual is to provide all necessary information to de

vi Rev. FRelated Software and Documents* You can obtain these items from one of the following URLs:For customers from North America: http://pos.eps

Rev. F viiTM-C100 Technical Reference GuideContentsRevision Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .