Epson OT-WL02, Technical Reference Manual

Page 1: ...M00096101 Rev B Product Overview This chapter explains the features of the product Installation This chapter explains the connection and installation of the wireless LAN unit Technical Reference Guide ...

Page 2: ...ns to this product or excluding the U S failure to strictly comply with Seiko Epson Corporation s operating and maintenance instructions Seiko Epson Corporation shall not be liable against any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated as Original Epson Products or Epson Approved Products by Seiko Epson Corporation Trademarks EPSO...

Page 3: ...e safety standard However it is best to avoid allowing this product to contact your body during usual operation While using be especially careful not to touch the wireless LAN unit Note about interference The Radio Frequency module that can be installed in this product generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may ...

Page 4: ...for operation the operation of the printer in combination with all the wireless LAN devices is not guaranteed Especially in the ad hoc mode the printer may not operate normally depending on the combination of the device to connect with Be sure to carry out through evaluation of the operation before use Examine the radio wave situation in the surrounding area before use Avoid using the same channel...

Page 5: ...akage Pose as another user and send inappropriate data impersonation Overwrite the contents of intercepted data and resend it falsification Introduce a computer virus which could cause data loss or system crashes damage Initially the possibility that such problems could occur through settings concerning the security of the wireless LAN product and by using the product are decreased because the wir...

Page 6: ...ction Provides important information and useful tips WARNING May exert electromagnetic interference on and cause malfunction of cardiac pacemakers Before using this product check that there is no one in the vicinity using a cardiac pacemaker May exert electromagnetic interference on and cause malfunction of sensitive medical equipment Before using this product check that there is no sensitive medi...

Page 7: ...only for indoor use This product should only be used for Epson TM Printers If it is installed on another device it may result in computer failure damage or malfunctions To comply with RF exposure compliance requirements a distance of at least 20 cm must be maintained at all times between the antenna of this product and people in the vicinity Do not store in locations with high temperatures or high...

Page 8: ...Manual This manual is aimed to provide the necessary information on installation and network connection for this product Manual Content The manual is made up of the following sections Chapter 1 Product Overview Chapter 2 Installation ...

Page 9: ...8 Aim of the Manual 8 Manual Content 8 Contents 9 Product Overview 11 Features 11 Wireless LAN 11 Product Configurations 11 Accessories 11 Parts Name and Function 12 Wireless LAN Indicator 12 Specifications 13 Environmental Specifications 13 Limitations for wireless communication 13 Installation 15 Connecting the Wireless LAN Unit 15 Connecting the Unit Directly with the Printer 15 Using the USB E...

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Page 11: ...Compliance with IEEE 802 11b 802 11g and 802 11n wireless communication standards Extension cable 1 m for installation according to the radio wave conditions at the customer s installation site Rubber cover to prevent disconnection of the wireless LAN unit from the extension cable Product Configurations Accessories Wireless LAN unit USB extension cable Affixing tape 1 pair 2 pieces Rubber cover Us...

Page 12: ...ower is OFF This wireless LAN unit is connected to the printer and is in operation Blue This wireless LAN unit is connected to the printer and is in operation This unit is communicating on a network Blue Flashing rapidly An error has occurred Turn off the printer reinstall the wireless LAN unit and then turn on the printer Blue Flashing slowly Wireless LAN indicator ...

Page 13: ...f there is no host computer to connect to Connect appears as the Link Status Between power on and the time when the printer to connect is found 0dBm appears as the Signal Level If the host computer connected to the TM printer discontinues communication the value that had been obtained immediately before discontinuation of communication is held appears Power supply Voltage DC 5 V Current Consumptio...

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Page 15: ...rinter Insert the wireless LAN unit to an USB connector of the printer The position of the USB connector varies by printer For details see the user s manual for each printer Using the USB Extension Cable 1 Attach the included rubber cover to the connector of the USB extension cable into which the wireless LAN unit will be inserted to prevent the unit from coming off 2 Insert the wireless LAN unit ...

Page 16: ...tension cable to the USB connector of the printer If you want to fix the wireless LAN unit cut the included affixing tape to fit and put on the unit and fix the unit in a place of good communication environment Affixing tape ...

Page 17: ... access point in advance and check that this product operates correctly Examine the radio wave situation in the surrounding area before use Avoid using the same channel that is used in the neighboring shops where wireless LAN is used When using this product in environments where kitchen microwaves and other devices that may interfere radio waves are installed observe the following points Keep this...

Page 18: ...ect the network you want to connect to Enter the passkey Perform a test print Setting up from a Windows Computer Necessary Items Prepare the following items TM printer Wireless LAN unit is installed Computer for setting Computer equipped with Windows 8 7 Vista XP 2000 and a wireless LAN function Utility for setting EpsonNet Config ...

Page 19: ...Screen When connecting to the printer is complete setup the Wireless LAN by using the EpsonNet Config For downloading and installation of the EpsonNet Config see Software on page 23 3 Start up the EpsonNet Config of the setting computer Network mode SimpleAP mode SSID EPSON_Printer Pass phrase 12345678 IP Address 192 168 192 168 For the setting method for the computer for setting see the manual fo...

Page 20: ... about EpsonNet Config see the EpsonNet Config manual operation guide or the EpsonNet Config online help Be sure to confirm the necessary setting information with your network administrator Setting is completed and the settings for the printer or the interface unit mounted on the printer are changed The connection with the setting computer is cut according to the setting item and it is not display...

Page 21: ...etwork settings are already configured you can change those settings as described below Printing a Status Sheet Print a Status Sheet to confirm the setting of the printer or interface board which is installed in the printer For printing instructions see the user s manual for the printer you are using or the Technical Reference Guide for the printer s interface unit An example of a Status Sheet Nec...

Page 22: ...such as 192 168 192 2 The same address 192 168 192 168 cannot be used Channel Ex 11 ch Security setting Ex WPA2 PSK Passphrase Ex EpsonNet At this stage the TM printer can communicate with the setting computer Setting the Printer To set the printer or the interface which is installed in the printer follow the steps from 3 to 5 in Setting up from a Windows Computer on page 18 page 20 As for the set...

Page 23: ... following web site http download epson biz com service pos Software Description Operating environment Epson TM Utility A utility that can be downloaded from App Store or Google Play Use to check and change setting values on the printer from iOS and Android devices This utility also comes with the following sample printing functions Sample receipt printing Customized receipt printing Printer statu...