Ithaca ITHERM 280, Programmer'S Manual

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Use only specified thermal paper. If other paper is used, print quality, head life, and
cutter life may deteriorate.
Paper Out
A receipt paper out sensor is provided as a standard feature. It senses when there is
approximately .5 inches length of paper left on the paper roll.
Paper Low
A receipt paper-low sensor is provided as an optional feature. An operator adjustable
paper-low assembly will be provided to allow the printer to sense when the paper roll
diameter is between .94 to 1.29 inches (approximate). It is adjustable to compensate for
various paper core dimensions.
Paper Low Adjustment Settings Approximate Paper Remaining
(in feet)
Paper Roll Diameter
UPPER LIMIT: 2 turns (counter clockwise) 29’ 1.29"
1 turn (counter clockwise) 23’ 1.203"
FACTORY SETTING 18' 1.115"
1 turn (clockwise) 13' 1.028"
LOW LIMIT: 2 turns (clockwise) 8.5‘ .940“
Notes:
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These measurements are approximate. Paper roll used for testing had paper roll
core outside diameter of .750 inches, and inside diameter is .625 inches. Results will
vary depending on core O.D./I.D. dimensions.
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Paper roll core should meet or exceed paper width.
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Results based on thermal paper .0025 inches thick.
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The receipt printable area is as shown in the following diagram.
1.00”
2.83
3.15 0.15
Figure 1 Receipt Printing, Tear off Position
The paper tear off is positioned 1 inch from the last line of print