Page 2 - NOTICE; The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.
NOTICE • All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part of this manual in any form whatsoever, withoutSTAR’s express permission is forbidden. • The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice. • All efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of the contents of this manual at the t...
Page 3 - • First edition; INTRODUCTION; This manual is organized into the following chapters.
• First edition : Aug.1997 • Second edition : Jun. 1998 Add interface board Ver. 2• Third edition : Mar. 1999 Add TUP492• Fourth edition : Feb. 2001 Add TUP400Z• Fifth edition : Sep. 2001 Add TUP412/412Z Parts List INTRODUCTION This manual was created as a reference for maintenance of the Thermal Pr...
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Page 7 - General Specifications
– 3 – 1. General Specifications Printing method Line thermal direct Resolution 8 dots/mm (H) × 8 dots/mm (V) Printable width 50 mm in Line Mode; 80 mm in Page Mode Printing speeds TUP400Z : Max. 80mm / secTUP400 : Max. 50mm / sec Paper Width 82.5 mm(3.25 inches) Thickness General thermal paper 60 to...
Page 14 - External Appearance
– 10 – Fig. 1-2-b Internal Configuration (TUP482) Fig. 1-2-a Internal Configuration (TUP452) 2. External Appearance Printer head Arm Cutter Arm Printer head Presenter
Page 16 - Setting the DIP Switches
– 12 – 1. Turn the power supply OFF.2. Remove the screw holding the ROM cover in place. (The screw is located at the base of the paper-roll holder.)3. Remove the ROM cover to expose the main and interface PCBs 4. Set the DIP-switches on the interface board. Fig. 1-3 DIP-Switch Settings Fig. 1-4 Main...
Page 17 - Baud
– 13 – 2. DIP-switch values (1) RS-232C interface a. Interface board Ver.1 This board has a single 8-bit DIP switch.The factory default settings are all ON. Switch Setting ON OFF 1-1 Baud See table below 1-2 1-3 Handshake DTR XON/XOFF 1-4 Data 8 bits 7 bits 1-5 Parity No parity Enabled 1-6 Parity Od...
Page 18 - Automatic Status Back function
– 14 – (2) RS-422A interfaceThis board had two DIP switches: one 8-bit switch and one 4-bit switch. DIP switch #1 (8 bits):Identical to the DIP switch on the RS-232C Ver.1. (Bit 1-7 and 1-8 are disabled.) DIP switch #2 (4 bits): SW2-1 SW2-2 SW3-3 SW2-4 DC1,3 off ON ON ON ON Address #1 OFF ON ON ON #...
Page 19 - Print-Density Adjustment; rotate approximately 180°.; CAUTION
– 15 – Variable Resistor Approx. 90 ° Light Dark Approx. 90 ° 4. Print-Density Adjustment Adjust the print density in accordance with the sensitivity of the paper being used. Fig. 1-5 Print-Density Adjustment 1. The variable resistor is located to the left of the interface connector on the back side...
Page 20 - Sensor Adjustment; After the LED lights, press the RESUME switch.
– 16 – 5. Sensor Adjustment You must adjust the paper sensor for the paper quality and the black mark print. Fig. 1-6 Sensor Adjustment 1) Remove the screw on the underside of the paper-roll holder and remove the ROM cover. 2) Turn ON the power supply while holding down the push switch on the Near-e...
Page 21 - HEX Dump Mode/Test Print
– 17 – Releasing at a: HEX Dump Mode Releasing at b: Test Print 2 Sec a b HU Lights PE Lights Near-end Sensor Board LED 6. HEX Dump Mode/Test Print You can enter the HEX Dump Mode and run Test Prints by turning ON the power supply while pressing the RESUME switch.The HEX Dump mode prints the data se...
Page 22 - Changing the Interface Board; Push until the connector is completely inserted.
– 18 – 7. Changing the Interface Board You can change the printer’s interface by replacing the interface board. Fig. 1-7 Changing the Interface Board 1. Turn the power supply OFF.2. Remove the 2 Interface Board Screws.3. Remove the Interface Board.4. Insert the new Interface Board by pushing it alon...
Page 25 - Block Diagram; The following is the block diagram for this printer.
– 21 – Fig. 2-1 Block Diagram 1. Block Diagram The following is the block diagram for this printer. (16) (16) (8) (8) (16) 24V Data (Host Computer) Near-end Sensor Board RESUME Switch Main Logic Board Gate Array CPU DC-DC Coverter Power Supply Unit EPROM 128 k x 16 Bit (Ver. 1)250 k x 16 Bit (Ver. 2...
Page 27 - Main Logic Board
– 23 – 2. Main Logic Board 2-1. Data I/O Circuitry The main logic board relays data back and forth to the host computer via the interface board. 2-1-1. RS-232C Interface Fig. 2-2 RS-232C Interface Data from host to printer passes through the IC1 on the interface board from the RXD terminal and is in...
Page 29 - Parallel Interface
– 25 – 2-1-3. Parallel Interface Fig. 2-4 Parallel Interface The host computer sends eight bits of data for DATA 1 - 8 to the CN3 connector when the BUSY signal is LOW (printeris ready).The data passes through the interface board and gate array, then moves into the CPU. Printer signals from the CPU ...
Page 30 - Editing and Printing; Editing
– 26 – 2-2. Editing and Printing 2-2-1. Editing The CPU reads data sequentially from RAM and edits it in accordance with program instructions stored in EPROM. Theedited data undergoes parallel-to-serial conversion in the gate array, and is then output to the thermal head’s drive controller. 2-2-2. T...
Page 31 - Head Current Control
– 27 – Fig.2-6 Timing Chart 2-2-3. Head Current Control Heat buildup in the head during operation can cause print quality to degrade. To maintain uniform printing quality, the printervaries the energizing time (time that STROBE remains LOW) in accordance with the head temperature.The thermal head’s ...
Page 32 - Feed-Motor Drive Circuit
– 28 – 2-3. Feed-Motor Drive Circuit This printer employs a paper feed motor and a stepping motor. The motor rotates through a certain angle each time it receivesa pulse from the drive circuit. This printer employs a 4-phase stepping motor and controls the paper feed motor with a phase1-2 excitation...
Page 33 - Power-On Reset Circuit; The LOW signal resets the CPU and the mechanism drive circuits.
– 29 – 2-4. Power-On Reset Circuit Immediately following power-on the printer executes a power-on reset, initializing all circuit elements. The power-on resetserves as protection against operational errors. The power-on RESET signal is maintained for approximately 160ms.The reset circuit is illustra...
Page 34 - +5V Line Voltage Detector Circuit; Fig. 2-11 Equivalence Circuit for Voltage Detecting IC
– 30 – 2-5. +5V Line Voltage Detector Circuit The voltage-detection IC detects momentary drops or unstable levels in the +5V line voltage.The following illustrates the equivalence circuit of the voltage detector IC (Fig. 2-9 IC4). Fig. 2-11 Equivalence Circuit for Voltage Detecting IC The following ...
Page 35 - Printer Mechanism; Thermal Head
– 31 – 3. Printer Mechanism 3-1. Thermal Head TSP400 series printers employ thermal line printing. The thermal head consists of a horizontal line of 640 heat elements.These elements print one line of dots at a time as the paper passes over the head. The head is fixed in position; only the papermoves...
Page 36 - Sensor
– 32 – 3-3. Sensor (1) Paper-Out SensorThe paper-out sensor is located at the paper entry slit. The detector consists of a reflective photosensor. Thephotosensor’s phototransistor remains ON while paper is present. It goes OFF when paper runs out, generating outputof a paper-out signal. (2) Black-Ma...
Page 39 - Note : The printer has no adjustable parts.
CHAPTER 3 PARTS REPLACEMENT AND RELATED ADJUSTMENTS This chapter describes disassembly and reassembly procedures.Please take note of the following. 1. ALWAYS disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet before beginning a disassembly or reassemblyprocedure. 2. Except where otherwise stated, the reas...
Page 43 - Remove the power supply connector.
– 39 – 3. Printer Mechanism (1) Remove the power supply connector. (2) Remove: • Screws 4 pcs. [1] • Connector [2]Cut the wire band in four places. • Printer Mechanism [3]Refer to Step 4 to remove the connector which isconnected to the main logic board from the printermechanims. 4. Main Logic Board ...
Page 44 - Print Head Unit; Note :Be careful to avoid damaging the heat elements; Feed Motor Assembly; Wiring band holding the lead wire.
– 40 – 5. Print Head Unit (1) Pull the pressure stay [1] forward to open the headframe unit [2]. (2) Slide the head clamp [3] in the direction indicated bythe arrow. Remove the print head unit [4]. (3) Remove the head connector [5]. Note :Be careful to avoid damaging the heat elements when installin...
Page 45 - Note: T h e r e a r e t w o t y p e s o f t r a n s m i t s e n s o r s .; New Type
– 41 – 7. Sensor Unit Old Type (1) Remove: • Printer mechanism (See 3. above.) • Two wire band screws holding the lead wire [1]. • Screws 2 pcs. [1] • Transmit sensor [2] • Screw 1 pc. [3] • Head-up sensor [4] Note: T h e r e a r e t w o t y p e s o f t r a n s m i t s e n s o r s . One is for the o...
Page 47 - This chapter explains printer maintenance and lubrication.
4 CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION This chapter explains printer maintenance and lubrication. 1. Maintenance ...................................................................................................... 45 1-1. Cleaning .....................................................................
Page 49 - Maintenance; Cleaning
– 45 – 1. Maintenance Proper maintenance is necessary to maintain printer performance and forestall potential problems. Please carry outmaintenance as described below. 1-1. Cleaning (1) Surface dirtClear away dirt with a soft cloth. If necessary, apply a small quantity of alcohol to the cloth to imp...
Page 50 - Lubrication; Lubricants; Location
– 46 – 2. Lubrication Proper lubrication is essential for maintaining the printer’s performance level and preventing breakdowns or other problems. 2-1. Lubricants Choice of lubrication can significantly affect the printer’s performance, longevity, and low-temperature characteristics. Werecommend the...
Page 53 - HOW TO USE PARTS LIST; Second edition
5 CHAPTER 5 PARTS LIST 7. RS-232C Interface Board (Ver. 1) ...... 847-1. Circuit Diagram ........................... 847-2. Parts List ..................................... 85 8. RS-232C Interface Board (Ver. 2) ...... 868-1. Circuit Diagram ........................... 868-2. Component Layout .........
Page 54 - Printer Assembly; E F
– 50 – 1. Printer Assembly 1-1. TUP412/452/482 1-1-1. Disassembly Drawing A. TUP412 19 37 36 B 20 21 A C C K J E F G H D 2 2 2 31 23 24 6 11 9 2 10 28 2 2 26 17 13 30 16 15 13 16 12 33 14 34 18 F E G H I J 22 25 32 A 1 4 2 2 5 2 2 2 29 18 I B
Page 59 - Printer Assembly TUP492
– 55 – 1 01903059 SCREW TR 3-5 FL 3 S 2 01903101 SCREW TAT 3-6 CT-FL 41 S 4 32000050 FRAME R TUP4 1 5 32002211 BOTTOM FRAME TUP4 1 6 32005120 PAPER FRAME L TUP4 1 9 02040402 FLANGED NUT NHW4 1 S 10 31303211 ARM SHAFT TUP4 1 11 32000060 FRAME L TUP4 1 12 37427400 TRANSIT BOARD UNIT TUP4 1 S 13 305105...
Page 69 - Wiring Scheme of Printer
– 65 – 4. Wiring Scheme of Printer 4-1. RS232 Interface Type 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 A10 A11 A12 A13 A14 A15 A16 A17 A18 A19 A20 B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 B7 B8 B9 B10 B11 B12 B13 B14 B15 B16 B17 B18 B19 B20 1 2 3 4 5 6 CN2 CN3 RS232C I/F ...
Page 70 - RS422A Interface Type
– 66 – 4-2. RS422A Interface Type A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 A10 A11 A12 A13 A14 A15 A16 A17 A18 A19 A20 B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 B7 B8 B9 B10 B11 B12 B13 B14 B15 B16 B17 B18 B19 B20 DIN9 DIN11 VVR DIN1 DIN3 DIN5 DIN7 GND Vcc(+5V) ERR SLCT BUSY STB GND RXD ID0 ID2 GND PEXT1 VEXT DIN10 DIN12 GND DIN2 DIN4 D...
Page 71 - Parallel Interface Type
– 67 – 4-3. Parallel Interface Type A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 A10 A11 A12 A13 A14 A15 A16 A17 A18 A19 A20 B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 B7 B8 B9 B10 B11 B12 B13 B14 B15 B16 B17 B18 B19 B20 DIN9 DIN11 VVR DIN1 DIN3 DIN5 DIN7 GND Vcc(+5V) ERR SLCT BUSY STB GND RXD ID0 ID2 GND PEXT1 VEXT DIN10 DIN12 GND DIN2 DIN4...
Page 72 - Circuit Diagram
– 68 – 5. Main Logic Board (TUP400 Ver.1) 5-1. Circuit Diagram A <Note 1> The unit of resistor and resistor array is " Ω ", and no indication of wattage means 1/6W, 1/8 respectively. <Note 2> The unit of capacitor and capacitor array is "F", and no indication of Voltage m...
Page 76 - Parts List
– 72 – C1 05041081 CHEM. CAPA. 1000UF 35V 1 C2 05054745 CHEM. CAPA. 0.47UF 50V 1 C3-5 05753304 CERA. CAPA. CHIP 33PF 50V 3 C6 05041081 CHEM. CAPA. 1000UF 35V 1 C7 NOT MOUNTED C8-9 05753304 CERA. CAPA. CHIP 33PF 50V 2 C10-11 05751045 CERA. CAPA. CHIP 0.1UF 50V 2 C12 05753304 CERA. CAPA. CHIP 33PF 50V...
Page 84 - Component Layout
Page 93 - RS-422A Interface Board
– 89 – 9. RS-422A Interface Board 9-1. Circuit Diagram
Page 94 - RS-422A International Board
– 90 – C1 05751045 CERA. CAPA. CHIP 0.1UF 50V 1 C2 05002213 CHEM. CAPA. 220UF 6.3V 1 R1-2 06751014 CHIP RESISTOR 100 OHM 1/10W 2 R3-4 06751031 CHIP RESISTOR 10 K-OHM 1/10W 2 VR1 06451033 RP RESISTOR EVN-D2A-10K 1 TR1 07603016 DIGITAL TRANSISTOR FA1A4P 1 IC1 08200127 IC-I/F MC34051M 1 DSW1 *2 0909003...
Page 102 - Presenter Sensor Board; PARTS NAME
– 98 – 15. Presenter Sensor Board 15-1. Circuit Diagram C1 05532234 CAPACITOR 0.022UF 25V 1 R1 06051235 RD RESISTOR 12 K-OHM 1/6W 1 R2 06055614 RD RESISTOR 560 OHM 1/6W 1 R3 06053324 RD RESISTOR 3.3 K-OHM 1/6W 1 TR1 07227853 TRANSISTOR 2SC1740SE 1 PS1 08300082 PHOTO-INTERRUPTER PS6002A-KS 1 DRWG.NO....
