Connect USB Cable



Connect the USB cable for USB communication or for communication + charging between the printer and PC/tablet.

When connecting a tablet, smartphone, or other device for the purpose of charging only, refer to Set Up External Devices.


The printer-side connection port varies depending on the operating system of the PC, tablet, or smartphone you will use.

USB-C port
Windows, Mac, or Linux users
USB-A port
Android users

USB-C port

When communicating (printing) from a Windows, Mac, or Linux PC/tablet, follow the steps below and connect to the USB-C port (Windows USB-C) on the printer.

The USB-C port supports communication only. When connecting a tablet, smartphone, or other device for the purpose of charging, use the USB-A port.
Set Up External Devices: USB-A port

When using a Windows driver, install the Windows driver. Install Driver

1. Prepare a USB cable

  • Prepare a cable that conforms to the USB2.0 standard according to the device which is used.
    • Printer-side plugUSB-C
    Device-side plugUSB-A or USB-C

Caution

When using a commercially-available USB cable, be sure to perform full operation checks before beginning actual use.

2. Connect the USB cable to the printer

  • Connect the USB cable to the printer USB-C port (Windows USB-C).

3. Connect the USB cable to the PC, tablet, or other device

  • Connect the other plug to the PC, tablet, or other device.

4. Route the USB cable

  • Cable outlets are provided in 3 locations (right, left, and back), and cables can be routed to suit the location where the device is placed.

Note

  • Make sure the USB cable is correctly connected through the cable outlets so that the device does not tilt when it is set up.
  • When the cable is connected to the USB-C port, the device cannot be charged from the printer.
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    USB-A port

    When communicating (printing) from an Android tablet or smartphone, follow the steps below and connect to the USB-A port (Android USB-A) on the printer.

    At the same time as communication with the printer, power (max. 1.5A) is also supplied to the Android tablet or smartphone.

    Caution

    • Android charging and connection can only be used when the operation mode is “Standard Mode”.Check Operation Mode
    • When connecting an Android device to the USB-A port (Android USB-A) for the purpose of communication, start the Android device, connect the USB cable to the printer, and then turn ON the printer power.
    • Be sure to fully verify operation with the actual device before beginning actual use.

    1. Prepare a USB cable

    • Prepare a cable that conforms to the USB2.0 standard and supports 1.5 A or more according to the device which is used.
      • Printer-side plugUSB-A
      Device-side plugUSB-C or micro-B

    2. Connect the USB cable to the printer

    • Connect the USB cable to the printer USB-A port (Android USB-A).

    3. Connect the USB cable to the tablet or smartphone

    • Connect the other plug to the Android tablet or smartphone.

    4. Route the USB cable

    • Cable outlets are provided in 3 locations (right, left, and back), and cables can be routed to suit the location where the device is placed.

    Note

  • Make sure the USB cable is correctly connected through the cable outlets so that the device does not tilt when it is set up.

    • Connect the USB cable for USB communication or for communication + charging between the printer and PC/tablet.

    USB-C port

    When communicating (printing) from a Windows, Mac, or Linux PC/tablet, follow the steps below and connect to the USB-C port (Windows USB-C) on the printer.

    The USB-C port supports communication only.

    When using a Windows driver, install the Windows driver. Install Driver

    1. Prepare a USB cable

    • Prepare a cable that conforms to the USB2.0 standard according to the device which is used.
      • Printer-side plugUSB-C
      Device-side plugUSB-A or USB-C

    Caution

    When using a commercially-available USB cable, be sure to perform full operation checks before beginning actual use.

    2. Connect the USB cable to the printer

    • Connect the USB cable to the printer USB-C port (Windows USB-C).

    3. Connect the USB cable to the PC or tablet

    • Connect the other plug to the PC or tablet.

    4. Route the USB cable

    • Cable outlets are provided in 3 locations (right, left, and back), and cables can be routed to suit the location where the device is placed.

    Note

  • Make sure the USB cable is correctly connected through the cable outlets so that the device does not tilt when it is set up.
  • The device cannot be charged from the printer.
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