Fenix Imvico KS55 Series Manual de usuario
KS 55 THERMAL PRINTER SERIES
Operation manual
V1.0
INDEX
1 -INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................3
2 -IMPORTANT NOTE ON THERMAL PRINTER HANDLING....................................4
2.1. AFETY PRECAUTION ........................................................................................................4
2.2. AB OLUTE MAXIMUM RATING ..........................................................................................5
2.3. CLEANING PROCEDURE AND PRECAUTION ...................................................................5
2.4. RECOMMENDATION ........................................................................................................... 5
3 -GENERAL PECIFICATION ....................................................................................6
3.1. PRINTING PECIFICATION .................................................................................................6
3.2. CHARACTER PECIFICATION ...........................................................................................6
3.3. PAPER PECIFICATION ...................................................................................................... 6
3.4. COMMUNICATION INTERFACE..........................................................................................7
3.5. DIGITAL OUTPUT................................................................................................................... 7
3.6. INTERNAL BUFFER...............................................................................................................7
3.7. ELECTRICAL PECIFICATION ............................................................................................7
3.8. BARCODE PECIFICATION ................................................................................................7
3.9. MECHANICAL PECIFICATION ..........................................................................................7
3.10. RELIABILITY AND ENVIROMENTAL CONDITION ............................................................8
4 -IN TALLATION..........................................................................................................9
4.1. IN TALLATION CON IDERATION ......................................................................................9
4.2. K 55 CONNECTOR ...........................................................................................................11
4.3. R -232 ERIAL INTERFACE................................................................................................12
4.4. U B INTERFACE.................................................................................................................. 13
4.5. PRE ENTER AND LIGHT INDICATOR................................................................................13
5 -BA IC OPERATION ..............................................................................................14
5.1. PAPER LOADING................................................................................................................. 14
5.2. OPEN CUTTER UNIT...........................................................................................................15
5.3. BUTTON FUNCTION ..........................................................................................................15
5.4. PECIAL PRINTING MODE ...............................................................................................16
5.5. BLACK MARK EN OR....................................................................................................... 17
5.6. ERROR PROCE ING.........................................................................................................19
5.7. PAGE MODE.................................................................................................................. …...24
6 -CONTROL COMMAND .........................................................................................24
APPENDIX A – MECHANICAL DIMEN ION ..............................................................51
APPENDIX B – HOW TO ORDER................................................................................54
APPENDIX C – INTERNAL CHARACTER TABLE .........................................................
LOADING EXTERNAL CHARACTER TABLE .................................55
KS55 SERIES OPERATION MANUAL
1 - INTRODUCTION
The K 55 is a very high-performance thermal printer, specially designed to control EP ON
M-T500II printer mechanism series. Its compact and functional design covers many industrial uses. It is
capable of printing text, graphics, logo and bar codes.
The K 55 incorporates a presenter: once the ticket has been printed and cut, it is presented to the
customer to pick it up. If the ticket is not picked up and a pre-set time runs out, the ticket can be stored
internally (retracting function).
Main features of the K 55 thermal printer are:
•imple installation and easy maintenance.
•Two paper widths available (59.5mm and 79.5mm) depending on the printing
mechanism used.
•High speed printing: up to 250mm/s (NOTE 1).
•ingle 24V DC power supply.
•Available sensors: No-paper, paper-near-end, optical mark, ticket pick-up and paper jam.
•Programmable optional output for user control (buzzer, LEDs, relay..)
•Printing resolution: 8 dots/mm (203 dpi).
•Port interface: - erial R 232C data input interface on-board (up to 115200bps).
- Universal erial Bus (U B2.0).
•calable font (independent scale in X / Y axis), up to 64 times.
•Programmable character and line space.
•Bold, underline, reverse and rotate character capabilities
•Graphic bitmap printing capabilities.
•everal format bar code (EAN13, Code39, Code128 and ITF).
•everal 2D format Bar Code (QR and AZTEC).
•Two internal character fonts (A font = 12x24 dots. B font = 8x16 dots).
•Control code based on E C / PO commands (NOTE 2).
•Automatic paper load.
•Four maintenance counters (On/Off times, hours, meters and cuts)
•Hexadecimal mode for easy software debugging.
•elf test mode feature
•Input buffer of 32KBytes.
•Multiple logo load capability through Windows driver or command.
•Upgrading of firmware version through communication port (NOTE 3).
•2 (A and B fonts) external I O-8859 character tables or TrueType fonts can be loaded (NOTE 3).
•Extended operating temperature range (-20ºC to +70ºC).
•torage temperature range (-35ºC to +75ºC).
•Automatic full cut capability.
•Presenter speed: 1000 mm/s.
•Double function ticket presentation: “ejecting” and “retracting”.
•Optional light indicator integrated in the nozzle. Three selectable colors
•Windows drivers and demo/configuration program.
•Linux Driver.
(1) Print speed changes according to the aud rate in RS232 connection and temperature. Higher printer speed rates are
achieved at higher aud rates and USB connection.
(2) ESC/POS are registered trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation.
(3) In order to change the configuration of the printer, update the firmware or install the Windows driver, the Print
Management SW application is availa le on our we site.
This manual is the printer operations’ guide and is intended for the designer’s application. The
following sections contain a detailed description of both hardware and configuration software that allow
obtaining the maximum benefit of the printer capabilities.
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2 - IMPORTANT NOTES ON THERMAL PRINTER HANDLING
In order to preserve the life of the printer, it is necessary to keep in mind some precautions on the
handling of the K 55 printer. Please read carefully the following points in order to make a good use of
the printer.
2.1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
•Before using the printer, read carefully section - INSTALLATION.
•NEVER connect the external power supply with the wrong polarity. This could permanently
damage the printer.
•Turn off the printer immediately if it produces smoke, a strange smell or an unusual noise. Keeping
on using the printer could cause fire. Unplug the equipment immediately and contact your official
distributor.
•NEVER connect cables with different connectors from the ones mentioned in this manual. Failing
on doing so could permanently damage the printer.
•Use a power supply whose output voltage is within the specification range stated in this manual.
Over voltage can permanently damage the printer. Under voltage can cause malfunctions.
•NEVER wet K 55 thermal printer with water or any other liquid. If any liquid is spilled inside the
equipment, unplug the power cable immediately and contact the technical service.
•Make sure the printer is on a steady, securely fixed surface. If the printer falls down, it could break
or damage.
•NEVER use the printer in high humidity or in locations with high risk of fire.
•NEVER place heavy objects on top of the printer and never lean on it.
•NEVER put any object inside of the printer, as it could cause hardware damage on it, such as
short-circuit, print head breaking or general failure of the printer.
•NEVER shake the printer.
•NEVER disassemble or modify the hardware of the printer.
•NEVER try to repair the printer. Please contact your official distributor in case of failure.
•As the printer contains electromagnets (inside of the motor), it should not be used in excessively
dirty environments or places with dust or metal particles.
•NEVER print without paper loaded or without the cover closed, as the thermal print head life can
be highly shortened.
•NEVER pull the paper out when the cover is closed. Use the paper advance button instead.
•Avoid touching accessible parts with metallic objects, such as screwdrivers or tweezers, the print
head thermal elements as well as the electronic printed circuit. They are delicate parts.
•NEVER touch with bare hands the areas around the print head and the motor surface as they
become very hot during and just after printing; wait 15 seconds after printing to let them cool down.
•NEVER touch the surfaces of the print head thermal elements or the electronic printed circuit, as
dust and dirt can stick to their surface and cause damage by electrostatic discharge. Moreover,
some electronic components can get very hot during operation.
•The thermal paper contains Na+, K+ and Cl- ions that can cause harm to the print head elements.
Therefore, use only the specified paper.
•If the printer has not been used for long period of time and the paper was loaded, the paper could
become deformed by the drive roller pressure. It is recommended to make it advance at least 30
mm before printing again.
•For safety reasons, unplug the printer if it is not going to be used over a long period of time.
•Do not print ontinuously (without stopping) for more than 6 minutes.
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2.2 - ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
upply voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . +30VDC
Operating temperature range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . −20°C to 70°C
torage temperature range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . −35°C to 75°C
2.3 - CLEANING PROCEDURE AND PRECAUTIONS
Paper dust, paper chips, and thermal chemicals attached to the heat elements of the print head
and the platen may reduce print quality. In order to clean the thermal print head, proceed as indicated by
the following steps:
1.- Unplug the power supply cable and open the cutter unit.
2.- Pull the paper lever in order to release the platen.
3.- oak a cotton sponge in alcohol (ethanol, methanol or
IPA), and rub it gently along the thermal head in order to
remove the possible accumulation of paper particles.
4.- Wait for alcohol to evaporate before inserting the paper
roll and closing the cover.
FENIX recommends cleaning the thermal print head
periodically (every 2 or 3 months) in order to keep an
optimal print quality.
Fig.2.1. Thermal print head cleaning.
The print head may be hot after printing.
Make sure it has thoroughly cooled down before proceeding to clean it.
Never touch the thermal elements of the print head with your hands.
Never use metallic or piercing elements to clean the print head, as they could scratch it.
5.- To clean the rollers and paper sensor of
the presenter, apply compressed air over
them for a few seconds, eliminating dust
and paper chips.
Fig.2.2. Presenter cleaning.
2.4 - RECOMMENDATIONS
•The plug has to be located near the printer and has to be easily obtainable.
•Before connecting any communication data cable, check the printer is working properly by
executing the self-test.
•et the K 55 in a place where the connection cables do not suffer stretching or cross with each
other.
•IMPORTANT!!! ince the printer demands high current peaks during operation it is advisable to
make the power supply cables the shortest possible.
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3 - GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
3.1 - PRINTING SPECIFICATIONS
Printing method Thermal line printing
Dot density 203 x 203 dpi (1)
Printing direction Unidirectional with friction feed
Printing width M-T522II 60mm (448 dots)
M-T532II 80mm (640 dots)
Printing speed High speed mode: up to 250mm/s (2)
Paper feed speed 250mm/s (continuous paper feed)
(1) ‘dpi’: dots per inch. 1 inch = 25.4mm; 203 dpi = 8 dots per mm
(2) Printing speed could vary depending on the print head temperature as well as the command processing and
the data transmission speed. Low transmission speed could cause intermittent printing. It is recommended to
transmit data to the printer as quickly as possible.
3.2 - CHARACTER SPECIFICATIONS
Character per line (default) Font A: 24 Font B: 32
Character spacing (default) 0.5 mm (4 dots)
Character structure Font A: 12 x 24 dots (1.5 x 3 mm). (default)
Font B: 8 x 16 dots (1 x 2 mm).
Character size (mm) (1)
Font A WxH(mm) – cpl(2) Font B WxH(mm) – cpl
tandard
Double-width
Double-height
Double width/height:
1.5 x 3 – 24
3 x 3 – 12
1.5 x 6 – 24
3 x 6 – 12
1 x 2 – 32
2 x 2 – 16
1 x 4 – 32
2 x 4 – 16
Number of characters Alphanumeric characters: 95
Extended Graphics: 128 per page
Line spacing (default) 1,875mm (15 dots)
(1) Characters can be scaled up to 64 times bigger than their normal size. (2) ‘cpl’: characters per line.
3.3 - PAPER SPECIFICATIONS
Paper type Thermal
Paper specifications
Original paper No.: TF11K -ET Nippon paper industries Co., Ltd.
Original paper No.: TF50K -E Nippon paper industries Co., Ltd.
Original paper No.: TF77K -E Nippon paper industries Co., Ltd.
Original paper No.: PD160R Oji paper MFG. Co., Ltd.
Original paper No.: PD150R Oji paper MFG. Co., Ltd.
Original paper No.: AF50K -E JUJO THERMAL
Original paper No.: KT55 Koehler
Original paper No.: P350 K P
Paper loading Automatic.
Width 59.5 ± 0.5mm (2.34” ± 0.02”) → M-T522II printing mechanism
79.5 ± 0.5mm (3.13” ± 0.02”) → M-T532II printing mechanism
oll size
Inner diameter: 25m minimum
Outer diameter: 80mm maximum for short paper holder
150mm maximum for medium paper holder
180mm maximum for long paper holder
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NOTE :
→ Print quality varies depending on paper types.
→ Use the specified thermal paper, or proper print quality may not be obtained, the life of the
print head and autocutter unit may be shortened, or printer troubles may be caused.
→ Be sure to use paper of 56μm to 150μm.
3.4 - COMMUNICATIONS INTERFACE
Serial erial interface R 232 (baud options: 115200, 38400, 19200, 9600)
USB U B 2.0 480Mbit/s
3.5 - DIGITAL OUTPUT
Max Drive current 100mA continuous, 200mA peak.
Max supported voltage 45VDC open-drain
3.6 - INTERNAL BUFFER
The standard K 55 printer has a 32 Kbytes internal memory buffer, whose functionality is
dynamically shared by the receiving buffer.
The buffer is being filled at the same time that buffered data is being printed, for that reason high
transmission speed is required in order to ensure that data is available for printing at any time. Data
transfer of at least 115200 bauds or U B connection increase the printing performance substantially.
3.7 - ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Power supply: +24VDC ± 10%
Consumption:
80mm paper-width model 60mm paper-width model
High speed mode Mean current Approx. 9A Approx. 6.5A
Peak current Approx. 14A Approx. 10A
tandby mode Mean current Approx. 0.1A Approx. 0.1A
3.8 - BARCODE SPECIFICATIONS
Standard barcodes EAN-13, CODE39, ITF, CODE128
2D barcodes AZTEC, QR
3.9 - MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Overall dimensions (W x D x H) ee APPENDIX – MECHANICAL DIMENSIONS
Weight (without paper) K 55-60: 1300g approx.
K 55-80: 1500g approx.
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3.10 - RELIABILITY AND ENVIROMENTAL CONDITIONS
Printer service life 15 millions lines
MCBF 37 millions lines
Print head service life (1) 100 Km, one hundred million pulses
Autocutter service life (1) 1 million cuts
Operating temperature
-20 to 70ºC
Reliable printing: 5 to 50°C
Note that there are some restrictions, depending on the
temperature range
Operating humidity
10 to 80% (non-condensing)
(Humidity at 34°C or higher is equivalent to the absolute
humidity at 34°C, 80%.)
Storage temperature -35 to 75ºC (without paper, in a dry place)
(1) The service life of the print head and autocutter may become shorter if paper other than specified is used.
NOTE :
1. Reliability statistics assume that the printer repeats printing in which one dot line
consists of an average of 112 dots or less, and the average number of printing dots
per dot line per element is 30.
2. Life end is defined as the point at which two or more adjacent heat elements are
damaged (when two or more adjacent dots are omitted), except when damaged by
foreign objects or external causes.
3. The print head life is measured using the specified paper.
4. Using the printer with the density correction factor of the print head energization
width set to a value larger than 1 may shorten the life of the print head
5. The ambient temperature should be kept close to room temperature.
top printing when the print head temperature detected by the head thermistor reaches 75°C.
Resume printing when the temperature drops down to 70°C for lower.
Fig.3.1. Operating temperature and humidity range.
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4 - INSTALLATION
4.1 - INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
The K 55 is designed to be fixed in a bigger case or structure or another kind of appropriate
chassis. A wrong installation may cause many issues like paper jam, difficult maintenance of the printer,
difficulty in changing the paper roll, etc. Moreover, a correct installation can prevent the printer from
being damaged by external agents, such as weather or vandalism.
The basic points that a correct installation must follow are:
•mooth exit of the ticket. Prevent problems with static electricity due to the nature of the
used materials. Be sure to make a good earth connection.
•Allow enough room and accessibility to reach the maintenance procedure points in case it is
needed. Take notice all user accessible parts in the printer:
–Printing Head /presenter unit.
–Paper roll location.
–Connectors.
–Led and push-button.
•Fix the K 55 printer to the chassis by using four screws (Ø5mm maximum) as shown on the
pictures below. It is recommended to implement some system to allow the printer to be
moved backwards when accessing the printing head or presenter unit. Below it is shown
how to fix the printer onto a detachable or sliding tray or practice fixing slots on the
supporting base, so that the K 55 can be moved backwards and forwards for easy
maintenance.
Printer + base move jointly. Base fixed. Printer moves.
Fig.4.1. Fixing the K 55 onto a sliding tray or through fixing slots.
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4.1.1 - Outer ase stru ture
The following points must be assured when designing the outer case:
•If the paper jams, it should be possible to open the presenter; it is recommended to
implement some system to allow printer retraction as show in previous figure and provide
enough space to open or close de presenter.
•It is recommended, also, to leave a sufficient gap at the paper roll side to allow the printer
being removed for servicing.
Fig.4.3. Outer case design considerations for servicing.
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25mm
minimum
Front side
of cabinet
69,8mm
Receptacle for
not picked up
tickets
47,9mm
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