1. Uvod
Thank you for choosing the Xprinter A260M Thermal Receipt Printer. This manual provides essential information for the safe and efficient operation of your new printer. Please read this manual thoroughly before using the printer and keep it for future reference.
The Xprinter A260M is a high-speed direct thermal printer designed for reliable receipt printing, featuring an auto-cutter and a kitchen sound alarm. It offers versatile connectivity options including USB, Serial, and Ethernet interfaces.
2. Varnostne informacije
Za zagotovitev varnega delovanja in preprečevanje poškodb upoštevajte naslednje varnostne ukrepe:
- Use only the power adapter supplied with the printer. Using an incorrect adapter may cause damage or fire.
- Tiskalnika ne izpostavljajte vodi, vlagi ali ekstremnim temperaturam.
- Tiskalnika ne postavljajte na neposredno sončno svetlobo ali v bližino virov toplote.
- Do not disassemble or attempt to repair the printer yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.
- Prepričajte se, da je tiskalnik postavljen na stabilno in ravno površino.
- Unplug the printer from the power outlet before cleaning or when not in use for extended periods.
3. Vsebina paketa
Prosimo, preverite vsebino paketa. Če kateri koli predmet manjka ali je poškodovan, se nemudoma obrnite na prodajalca.
- Xprinter A260M Thermal Receipt Printer
- Napajalni adapter
- CD gonilnik
- Uporabniški priročnik (ta dokument)
4. Značilnosti izdelka
The Xprinter A260M is equipped with advanced features for efficient and reliable thermal printing:
- Tehnologija tiskanja: Neposredni toplotni tiskalnik
- Samodejni rezalnik: Integrated automatic paper cutter for clean receipt separation.
- Visoka hitrost tiskanja: Up to 260 mm per second.
- Resolucija: 203 dpi za jasne in ostre odtise.
- Kitchen Sound Alarm: Audible alert for new print jobs, ideal for kitchen environments.
- Več vmesnikov: USB, Serial (RS232), and Ethernet for flexible connectivity.
- Network Ready: Easily integrate into existing network systems.
Slika 1: Spredaj view of the Xprinter A260M Thermal Receipt Printer. This image shows the compact design of the printer with its status indicators and feed button on the front panel.
5. Navodila za namestitev
5.1 Priključitev tiskalnika
- Napajalni priključek: Connect the supplied power adapter to the printer's power port and then plug it into a suitable electrical outlet.
- Podatkovna povezava: Choose one of the following methods to connect the printer to your computer or network:
- USB: Priključite kabel USB iz vrat USB tiskalnika v prosta vrata USB na računalniku.
- Serijski (RS232): Connect a serial cable from the printer's serial port to the serial port on your computer or POS system.
- Ethernet: Priključite ethernetni kabel iz ethernetnih vrat tiskalnika na omrežni usmerjevalnik ali stikalo.
Slika 2: Zadaj view of the Xprinter A260M showing the various connectivity ports. This image highlights the USB, Serial, and Ethernet ports available for connecting the printer to a computer or network.
5.2 Namestitev gonilnika
For the printer to function correctly with your operating system, you need to install the appropriate drivers:
- Insert the provided CD Driver into your computer's CD/DVD drive.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to install the printer drivers. If your computer does not have a CD drive, drivers can typically be downloaded from the Xprinter official webmesto.
- Po namestitvi znova zaženite računalnik, če se to od vas zahteva.
- Verify the printer installation through your operating system's printer settings.
6. Navodila za uporabo
6.1 Vstavljanje termičnega papirja
- Prepričajte se, da je tiskalnik izklopljen ali v stanju pripravljenosti.
- Press the cover open button (usually located on the side or front) to open the paper compartment cover.
- Insert a new roll of thermal paper into the compartment, ensuring the paper feeds from the bottom of the roll and the leading edge comes out towards the front of the printer.
- Izvlecite majhno količino papirja mimo rezalnika.
- Close the cover firmly until it clicks into place. The printer will automatically feed the paper to the correct position.
Image 3: Xprinter A260M with the paper compartment open. This image illustrates how to access the paper roll for replacement, showing the internal mechanism for thermal paper loading.
6.2 Osnovno tiskanje
Once the printer is connected and drivers are installed, you can initiate printing from your application (e.g., POS software, word processor):
- Odprite dokument ali aplikacijo, iz katere želite tiskati.
- Select "Print" from the File menu or click the print icon.
- Choose "Xprinter A260M" from the list of available printers.
- Adjust any necessary print settings (e.g., paper size, orientation) and click "Print".
- The printer will automatically print and cut the receipt.
7. Vzdrževanje
7.1 Čiščenje tiskalne glave
Regular cleaning of the print head ensures optimal print quality and extends the printer's lifespan. Clean the print head when print quality degrades or after every few paper roll changes.
- Izklopite tiskalnik in izvlecite napajalni kabel.
- Odprite pokrov predala za papir.
- Gently wipe the thermal print head (the dark strip inside the cover) with a cotton swab lightly dampz izopropilnim alkoholom.
- Preden zaprete pokrov in vklopite tiskalnik, pustite, da se tiskalna glava popolnoma posuši.
7.2 Cleaning the Auto Cutter
If the auto cutter experiences frequent jams or incomplete cuts, it may need cleaning.
- Ensure the printer is powered off and unplugged.
- Carefully remove any paper debris or dust from the cutter blade area using a soft brush or compressed air.
- Do not use liquids or sharp objects to clean the cutter.
8. Odpravljanje težav
This section addresses common issues you might encounter with your Xprinter A260M.
| Težava | Možen vzrok | rešitev |
|---|---|---|
| Tiskalnik se ne vklopi. | Power cable not connected; Power outlet faulty; Power adapter faulty. | Preverite priključek napajalnega kabla; poskusite z drugo vtičnico; za zamenjavo adapterja se obrnite na podporo. |
| Ni izpisa. | Paper loaded incorrectly; Out of paper; Driver not installed or incorrect; Printer not selected; Interface cable loose. | Reload paper correctly; Replace paper roll; Install correct driver; Select printer in application; Check USB/Serial/Ethernet cable connection. |
| Slaba kakovost tiska (bledi robovi, črte). | Print head dirty; Low quality thermal paper; Paper loaded upside down. | Clean the print head (refer to Section 7.1); Use recommended thermal paper; Ensure paper is loaded with thermal side facing print head. |
| Zastoj papirja. | Paper loaded incorrectly; Foreign object in paper path; Auto cutter issue. | Open cover, remove jammed paper, reload correctly; Inspect for and remove foreign objects; Clean auto cutter (refer to Section 7.2). |
9. Specifikacije
Detailed technical specifications for the Xprinter A260M Thermal Receipt Printer:
| Funkcija | Podrobnost |
|---|---|
| Ime modela | A260M |
| Znamka | Xprinter |
| Vrsta tiskalnika | Toplotni sprejemni tiskalnik |
| Tehnologija tiskanja | Neposredna toplota |
| Hitrost tiskanja | 260 mm/sekundo |
| Resolucija | 203 dpi |
| Samodejni rezalnik | ja |
| Kitchen Sound Alarm | ja |
| Vmesniki | USB, Serial (RS232), Ethernet |
| barva | Črna |
| Napajalnik | External Power Adapter (supplied) |
| Supported Paper Type | Termalni papir |
10. Garancija in podpora
The Xprinter A260M Thermal Receipt Printer comes with a 1-letna garancija od datuma nakupa. Ta garancija krije proizvodne napake in okvare pri normalni uporabi.
For technical support, warranty claims, or service inquiries, please contact your local dealer or visit the official Xprinter webspletno mesto za kontaktne podatke.
Prosimo, shranite račun kot dokazilo o nakupu za namene garancije.
