1. Introducció
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. Informació de seguretat
Per garantir un funcionament segur i evitar danys, observeu les precaucions següents:
- Use only the power adapter supplied with the printer. Using an incorrect adapter may cause damage or fire.
- Do not expose the printer to water, moisture, or extreme temperatures.
- Eviteu col·locar la impressora sota la llum solar directa o a prop de fonts de calor.
- Do not disassemble or attempt to repair the printer yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.
- Assegureu-vos que la impressora estigui col·locada sobre una superfície estable i anivellada.
- Unplug the printer from the power outlet before cleaning or when not in use for extended periods.
3. Contingut del paquet
Please check the contents of your package. If any items are missing or damaged, contact your vendor immediately.
- Xprinter A260M Thermal Receipt Printer
- Adaptador d'alimentació
- Controlador de CD
- Manual d'usuari (aquest document)
4. Característiques del producte
The Xprinter A260M is equipped with advanced features for efficient and reliable thermal printing:
- Tecnologia d'impressió: Impressora tèrmica directa
- Auto Cutter: Integrated automatic paper cutter for clean receipt separation.
- Alta velocitat d'impressió: Up to 260 mm per second.
- Resolució: 203 dpi for clear and crisp prints.
- Kitchen Sound Alarm: Audible alert for new print jobs, ideal for kitchen environments.
- Múltiples interfícies: USB, Serial (RS232), and Ethernet for flexible connectivity.
- Preparat per a la xarxa: Easily integrate into existing network systems.
Imatge 1: Frontal 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. Guia de configuració
5.1 Connexió de la impressora
- Connexió d'alimentació: Connect the supplied power adapter to the printer's power port and then plug it into a suitable electrical outlet.
- Connexió de dades: Choose one of the following methods to connect the printer to your computer or network:
- USB: Connect a USB cable from the printer's USB port to an available USB port on your computer.
- Sèrie (RS232): Connect a serial cable from the printer's serial port to the serial port on your computer or POS system.
- Ethernet: Connecteu un cable Ethernet des del port Ethernet de la impressora al vostre encaminador o commutador de xarxa.
Imatge 2: posterior 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 Instal·lació del controlador
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 weblloc.
- Després de la instal·lació, reinicieu l'ordinador si se us demana.
- Verify the printer installation through your operating system's printer settings.
6. Instruccions de funcionament
6.1 Càrrega de paper tèrmic
- Ensure the printer is powered off or in standby mode.
- 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.
- Estireu una petita quantitat de paper per treure-la del tallador.
- 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 Impressió bàsica
Once the printer is connected and drivers are installed, you can initiate printing from your application (e.g., POS software, word processor):
- Obriu el document o l'aplicació des del qual voleu imprimir.
- 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. Manteniment
7.1 Neteja del capçal d'impressió
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.
- Apagueu la impressora i desconnecteu el cable d'alimentació.
- Obriu la coberta del compartiment de paper.
- Gently wipe the thermal print head (the dark strip inside the cover) with a cotton swab lightly dampamb alcohol isopropílic.
- Allow the print head to dry completely before closing the cover and powering on the printer.
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. Solució De Problemes
This section addresses common issues you might encounter with your Xprinter A260M.
| Problema | Causa possible | Solució |
|---|---|---|
| La impressora no s'encén. | Power cable not connected; Power outlet faulty; Power adapter faulty. | Check power cable connection; Try a different outlet; Contact support for adapter replacement. |
| No hi ha sortida d'impressió. | 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. |
| Mala qualitat d'impressió (descolorit, línies). | 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. |
| Emballament de paper. | 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. Especificacions
Detailed technical specifications for the Xprinter A260M Thermal Receipt Printer:
| Característica | Detall |
|---|---|
| Nom del model | A260M |
| Marca | Xprinter |
| Tipus d'impressora | Impressora de recepció tèrmica |
| Tecnologia d'impressió | Tèrmica directa |
| Velocitat d'impressió | 260 mm/segon |
| Resolució | 203 ppp |
| Tallador automàtic | Sí |
| Kitchen Sound Alarm | Sí |
| Interfícies | USB, Serial (RS232), Ethernet |
| Color | Negre |
| Font d'alimentació | External Power Adapter (supplied) |
| Supported Paper Type | Paper tèrmic |
10. Garantia i Suport
The Xprinter A260M Thermal Receipt Printer comes with a 1 anys de garantia des de la data de compra. Aquesta garantia cobreix defectes de fabricació i avaries en condicions d'ús normal.
For technical support, warranty claims, or service inquiries, please contact your local dealer or visit the official Xprinter weblloc per obtenir informació de contacte.
Si us plau, conserveu el rebut de compra com a comprovant de compra a efectes de garantia.
