2.3 MOTOR DRIVER CHARACTERISTICS
The motor is the power source for head movement and paper feed. Through the application of DC
voltage to the motor, the head automatically moves back and forth, and paper fed on its return;
therefore, there is no need to reverse the motor.
(1) Motor terminal voltage
5.0
±
1.0 V DC
(2) Motor power consumption
During printing
170 mA max. (room temperature, room humidity, 5.0 V DC)
During paper feeding
250 mA max. (room temperature, room humidity, 5.0 V DC)
Commencing movement
700 mA max. (room temperature, room humidity, 5.0 V DC)
Ceasing movement
500 mA max. (room temperature, room humidity, 5.0 V DC)
Starting
25 ms max.
(when applying the brake)
700 mA max.
Current
Paper feeding
Printing
250 mA max.
170 mA max.
Time
500 mA max.
Stopping
Figure 2-1 Motor Drive Characteristics
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