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-A port for charging. You can also connect a USB-connectable product for use with the printer.

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


USB-A port

Connector to drive external device

USB-A port

Connect the cable you use with a tablet or other USB device to the USB-A port to supply power (maximum 1.5A) to the USB device. You can also connect a USB-connectable product* for use with the printer.

* USB-connectable product: BSH-20U, BSH-20B, BSD-40U, BSH-32U, BSH-32B, SCD222U, BCR-POP1, USB HID class (keyboard mode) devices

1. Connect the USB cable

  • Connect the USB cable connector to the USB-A port (Android USB-A) on the back of the printer.

Note

  • Printer communication via the USB-A port is only possible with USB connectable products.
  • Charging may not be possible depending on the type of tablet you are using. When charging is not possible, please use the charger included with the USB device.
  • When a device that only supports USB charging is connected to the USB-A port, the LED flashes.
    LED Display - Device that can only be charged via USB is connected

    • 2. Route the cable

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

    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 by using commands 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 the 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. Route the cable

    • Cable outlets are provided in 3 locations (right, left, and back), and the cable can be routed 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.
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