Set Up External Devices

This product includes a USB port and a connector for driving external devices as an external device connection.

USB devices can be connected to the USB port for charging. You can also connect a USB-connectable product to the USB-A port to operate it synchronized with the printer.

When connecting a tablet, smartphone, or other device for the purpose of communication, refer to Connect USB Cable.

You can connect a separately sold melody speaker, buzzer, or cash drawer to the external device drive connector to operate it synchronized with the printer.


Before and after connecting the cable to the rear panel, remove and mount the rear cover respectively.
Remove/Mount Rear Cover


USB-C port

USB-A port

External device drive connector


USB-C port

Connect the cable you use with a tablet or other USB device to the USB-C port to supply power (maximum 20W) to the USB device.

Charging may not be possible depending on the specifications of your device.

When using an iOS device

Set the USB-C function to "Power Supply Only mode" in advance when using Bluetooth communication with the printer while charging on the USB-C port of the printer. Switch USB-C Function

1. Connect the USB cable to the printer

  • Connect the USB cable connector to the printer USB-C port.

Note

Charging may not be possible depending on the specifications of your device. When charging is not possible, please use the charger included with the USB device.

2. Connect cables

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

Connect the cable you use with tablets and USB devices to the USB-A(0.5A) port to supply power (maximum 0.5A) to your USB devices. You can also attach a USB-connectable product * to operate it synchronized with the printer.
*USB-connectable product: SCD222U, BCR-POP1, USB HID class (keyboard mode) devices, USB flash devices, USB hubs

Use a USB cable commercially available or included with the USB device.

1. Connect the USB cable to the printer

  • Connect the USB cable connector to the port located on the rear of the printer.

Note

  • Printer communication via the USB-A port is only possible with USB connectable products.
  • When a USB charger or incompatible USB device is connected to the USB-A (0.5A) port, the LED flashes. LED Display - USB charging-only device connected
  • Power may not be supplied depending on the type of tablet you are using. If it happens, please use the charger included with the USB device.

    • 2. Connect cables

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

    If you connect a separately sold melody speaker, buzzer, or cash drawer, you can make the speaker or buzzer sound, or the cash drawer open, synchronized with operation of the printer.

    Settings can be performed using the command or can also be performed by using the dedicated app or software. For details, refer to the command specifications or the corresponding manual.

    1. Turn power off

    • Turn the power of the printer off, and pull the power plug out of the electrical outlet.

    2. Connect the external device cable

    • Plug the modular jack to the external device drive connector on the back of the printer.
    • Cables are not included in the accessories. Use a commercially available cable or one included with the external device.

    3. Connect cables

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

    Caution

  • Do not connect a telephone line to the external device drive connector as it will cause the printer to malfunction.
  • To ensure safety, avoid using wiring connections that may cause an excessive voltage to be applied to the external device drive connector.
  • Please turn off a printer and pull out the power plug from the AC outlet and be sure to wait for more than 30 seconds before you connect/remove Melody Speaker.
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