Citizen CD-S500S User Manual

CD-S500 SeriesCD-S500AUser's ManualDOT MATRIX PRINTER

10• Prior to operation, read the safety instructions carefully and observe them.• Do not drop or put foreign matter such as clips and pins into the pr

11Caution• Prior to operation, read the safety instructions carefully and observe them.• Do not use or store the printer near fire, excessive moisture

12Chapter1IntroductionThank you very much for purchasing the Citizen Dot Matrix Printer CD-S500 series.This printer is a dot matrix printer developed

13Models in this series are identified by the following model naming method.CD-S -Model name 500 : Standard model 50 1 : Built-in auto cutter mo

14Chapter1IntroductionExamples of models Standard model (AC Adapter type) Auto cutter and rewinder equippedmodel (AC Adapter type)CD-S500A--E

15Check to make sure that the following accessories are included with your printer.Checking the Accessories Printer: 1 AC adapter type Built-in AC

16Chapter2Names and Functions of PartsRear connectors (see page 19)Rear connectors (see page 19)123456Operation panel (see page 18)7123456Operation pa

17Interior1 Platen unitIn the standard and auto cutter equippedmodels, it is combined with 8 the autocutter.2 Paper cut barIt is used to cut the pape

18Chapter2Names and Functions of PartsOperation Panel1 POWER LED (Green)It is lit when the power is supplied. Whenmaintenance mode is set or there is

19Rear Connectors1 Interface connectorIt is connected to either a serial (RS232C) or parallel (IEEE1284) interface cable.* A USB interface replaced by

2Table of ContentsCOMPLIANCE STATEMENT FOR EUROPEAN USERS... 3FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT FOR

20Chapter3Preparing the PrinterConnecting the Interface CableTurn off the power to the printer and insert the connectors being careful about theirorie

21Connecting the DrawerMatch the top and bottom of the drawer kick connector with the cable terminal and insertit firmly until you hear a click.See pa

22Chapter3Preparing the PrinterConnecting the Power1.Make sure that the printer powerswitch is set to OFF.2.If your printer is an AC adapter type,inse

23 Preparing the PrinterThis printer can be installed horizontally or vertically and can be wall mounted.But according to the model you are using, t

24Chapter3Preparing the Printer123456Paper near end sensorWhen installed vertically and wall hungWhen installed horizontallyChange the sensor location

25The printing dot line columns are changed as follows by setting the “Paper Width” of theroll paper used, the “Number of col.” and the “Font Select”

26Chapter3Preparing the PrinterWhen setting Paper Width of 69.5mmWhen setting Paper Width of 57.5mmPaper width: 76.2mmPaper width: 69.5mmRight offset:

27Installing the Ribbon Cassette1. Open the front cover of the printer.Insert your fingers into the dents atopposite ends of the front cover toopen it

28Chapter3Preparing the PrinterThe following are the types of roll paper that can be used by this printer.Types: 1P roll paper2P copy roll paper (1 or

293.Place the roll paper and pull the endof the roll paper directly towards youas shown in the figure.Hold the center of the roll paper to pullit as s

3COMPLIANCE STATEMENTFOR EUROPEAN USERSCE marking shows conformity to the following criteria and provisions:Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC)/EN60950-

30Chapter3Preparing the PrinterInstalling Roll PaperInstallation MethodAuto Cutter and Rewinder Equipped Model1.Pull the rear cover open lever towards

314.After removing the rewinder shaft,install the copy roll paper and pull theend of the roll paper straight towardsyou for about 30cm as shown in the

32Chapter3Preparing the Printer7. Being careful not to let the copy rollpaper set on the rewinder shaftslacken, place the roll paper in thegrooves on

33 Preparing the PrinterOperation when the front cover is opened and closedOpening: During printing, the printing stops and if it is in red printing

34Chapter4Maintenance ModeMaintenance ModeTypes of maintenance modeThere are the following four types of maintenance mode.Each mode is selected accord

35Soft SW Setting ModeSetting the mode1.If the FEED switch is pressed once inmaintenance mode (POWER LED isflashing), the POWER LED and PAPEROUT LED s

36Chapter4Maintenance Mode<Soft-Switch Setting>Press Feed Change PARM. Press Feed For 2S Next

37Setting Mode Table Soft Control-SW Maintenance ModeSet item Initial value Setting value RemarksCommand Type EPSON EPSONSTARCBM1CBM2Number of Col.

38Chapter4Maintenance ModeSoft SW Setting ModeSet item Initial value Setting value RemarksSet item Initial value Setting value RemarksSet item Initial

39 Maintenance ModeConcerning Mechanical-SW operationFunctions that are not supported by the specifications at time of shipping have noimpact on pri

4EMI COMPLIANCE STATEMENTFOR CANADIAN USERSThis Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.This equipment generates and uses radio freq

40Chapter4Maintenance ModeCut Position Adjustment ModeSetting the mode1.Pressing the FEED switch 3 times inmaintenance mode (POWER LED isflashing) cau

41• There are no RS232C communication error or front cover opened/closed detectionindicators.• If the buzzer setting is OFF in Soft SW Setting Mode, t

42Chapter4Maintenance ModeClearing a Paper JamClearing method1.Turn off the power and open the rearcover.If the rear cover cannot be openedWhen there

43When there is trouble with this printer, take action to clear up the trouble accordingto the following table.If this action does not clear up the tr

44Chapter5AppendixesSpecificationsPrinting mode Serial impact dot matrixPrinting direction Bi-directionalHead pins 9 pins (φ: 0.3mm, Pin interval; 1/7

45 AppendixesFeatures Paper-drop-in styleAuto cutter function (full cut/partial cut)Rewinder functionBlack mark sheet compatibleCopy (2P/3P) paper c

46Chapter5AppendixesSpecifications 10Environmental temperature (°C)0 35 509050Printer weight Standard model: 2.20kgAuto cut

47PaperUse the following printing paper in order to maintain printing quality and stabilize paperfeeding. AppendixesRoll paper Paper width: 76.2±0.7

48Chapter5AppendixesSerial (RS232C) interface Pin assignment1FG2 TxD3 RxD20 DTR6 DSR4 RTS5 CTS7SG25 RESET1 DCD3 TxD2 RxD4 DTR6 DSR7 RTS8 CTS5GD9 RI/R

49Parallel (IEEE1284) InterfacePIN No. Direction FunctionCompatibility ModeNibble Mode Byte Mode1 Input *Strobe HostCLK HostCLK2 Input/Output Data0

5ETAT DE CONFORMITE EMI A L’USAGEDES UTILISATEURS CANADIENSCet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la normeNMB-003 du Canada.Cet équipmen

50Chapter5Appendixes Timing when power is on  INIT signal timing∗RESETABSELECTBUSY∗ACK∗INT∗FAULTBUSY∗ACKA : More than 16µsB : Less than 200µsDrawer

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6Important Safety Instructions• Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference.• Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the

7• The main plug on this equipment must be used to disconnect mains power. Pleaseensure that the socket outlet is installed near the equipment and sha

8Indicates a situation which, if not observedand handled properly, could result in deathor serious injury.Indicates a situation which, if not observed

9WarningNever perform the following. If not avoided, these may cause damageor trouble to the printer or cause the printer to overheat and releasesmoke