Star Micronics TSP400Z Series Thermal Printer User Manual

This document is the user manual for TSP400Z series thermal printers, providing instructions on how to use the printer and its features.


Star Micronics TSP400Z Series Thermal Printer User Manual - cover page
Brand
Star Micronics
Category
Printer
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
80
File format
PDF
File size
733 KB
Published
28 March, 2012
Updated
28 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
0EF4DA525BF0414AE3AE132420D8F836

About this manual

This manual guides users through unpacking, inspecting, and identifying the parts of the TSP400Z Series thermal printer. It includes handling notes, ferrite‑core installation for European models, and detailed instructions for connecting serial or parallel interface cables.

Later sections cover printer setup, control‑panel functions, DIP‑switch and memory‑switch settings, and full technical specifications. Appendices provide serial and parallel interface details, peripheral‑unit drive circuitry, and factory memory‑switch codes.

What's inside

  • Unpacking and Inspection
  • Parts Identification and Nomenclature
  • Ferrite Core Installation
  • Connecting the Interface Cable
  • Setting Up
  • Control Panel
  • Appendix A: Specifications
  • Appendix B: DIP Switch Setting
  • Appendix C: Serial Interface
  • Appendix D: Parallel Interface

Specifications

Memory Switch 0 (hex)0000
Memory Switch 2 (hex)0100

Frequently asked questions

What interface types are supported by the TSP400Z Series printer?

The printer supports both serial and parallel interface cables.

Is a ferrite core required for the interface cable?

A ferrite core must be installed only on printers marketed in Europe.

Where can I find the factory memory‑switch settings?

The factory settings are listed in Appendix F as a table of hexadecimal codes for each switch.

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