1. Introduzione
The Xprinter XP-A160H is a high-performance 80mm thermal receipt printer designed for various commercial applications, including Point of Sale (POS) systems, kitchens, and restaurants. It features an auto-cutter, high-speed printing, and supports both USB and Ethernet (LAN) interfaces, offering flexibility and efficiency for your business operations.
Figure 1: Xprinter XP-A160H Thermal Receipt Printer (USB / Ethernet Interface)
2. Guida all'installazione
2.1 Disimballaggio e contenuto della confezione
Disimballare con attenzione la stampante e verificare che siano presenti tutti i componenti:
- 80mm Mini Receipt Printer (XP-A160H) x 1
- Cavo dati USB x 1
- Cavo di alimentazione x 1
- Paper Roll x 1
- Manuale utente x 1
Figure 2: Printer and Included Accessories
2.2 Collegamento della stampante
- Collegamento elettrico: Connect the provided power cable to the printer's power input port and then to a suitable power outlet (100-240V).
- Connessione dell'interfaccia:
- Interfaccia USB: Connect the USB data cable from the printer's USB port to an available USB port on your computer.
- Ethernet (LAN) Interface: Collegare un cavo Ethernet dalla porta LAN della stampante al router o allo switch di rete.
Figure 3: Rear Ports (USB, LAN, Power)
Figura 4: Tipi di spine di alimentazione
2.3 Caricamento della carta termica
- Open the printer cover by pressing the 'OPEN' button or latch.
- Insert the 80mm thermal paper roll into the paper compartment, ensuring the paper feeds from the bottom and the leading edge is straight.
- Estrarre una piccola quantità di carta dalla taglierina.
- Chiudere saldamente il coperchio della stampante finché non scatta in posizione.
2.4 Installazione del driver
The printer requires drivers to communicate with your computer. Drivers are not included on a CD with newer versions of the printer. Please download the latest drivers from the official Xprinter websito:
Official Driver Download URL: www.poskeytech.com/html/Drivers/
The printer drivers are compatible with a wide range of operating systems, including Windows 2000, 2003, XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10, and Linux.
Figure 5: Driver Download Page
3. Istruzioni per l'uso
3.1 Stampa di base
The XP-A160H uses direct thermal line printing. Once the drivers are installed and the printer is connected, you can send print jobs from your application. The printer will automatically cut the receipt after printing, thanks to its partial auto-cutter function.
3.2 Supporto per cassetto contanti
The printer supports a cash drawer with a DC 24V/1A output. Connect your compatible cash drawer to the dedicated port on the printer. The cash drawer will open automatically upon receiving the appropriate print command from your POS software.
3.3 Funzione di autotest
To perform a self-test and verify printer functionality and current settings:
- Ensure the printer is turned off and paper is loaded.
- Premere e tenere premuto il pulsante 'FEED'.
- While holding the 'FEED' button, turn on the printer.
- Rilasciare il pulsante "FEED" quando la stampante inizia a stampare la pagina di autotest.
The self-test printout will display information such as firmware version, print speed, interface type, cutter status, and supported character sets.
Figure 6: Self-Test Printout Example
3.4 Language and Character Set Support
The XP-A160H supports multiple languages and extended character tables, making it suitable for international use. Supported character tables include PC347 (Standard Europe), Katakana, PC850 (Multilingual), PC860 (Portuguese), PC863 (Canadian-French), PC865 (Nordic), West Europe, Greek, Hebrew, East Europe, Iran, WPC1252, PC866 (Cyrillic#2), PC852 (Latin2), PC858, IranII, Latvian, Arabic, PT151 (1251).
Figure 7: Multi-Language Receipt Examples
4. Manutenzione
4.1 Printer Head Cleaning Guide
The printer head requires cleaning if you observe any of the following issues:
- La stampa non è chiara.
- Some columns on the printed page are not clear.
- The paper feed mechanism emits unusual noise.
Printer Head Cleaning Procedure:
- Spegnere la stampante.
- Open the printer cover and remove any paper if present.
- Allow the printer head to cool down completely if cleaning is performed immediately after printing.
- Gently wipe the thermal printer head surface with a soft cloth dipped in ethanol to remove dust and/or stains.
- Wait until the ethanol completely evaporates.
- Close the printer cover and perform a test print to confirm cleanliness.
5. Risoluzione Dei Problemi
This section addresses common issues you might encounter with your XP-A160H printer.
| Problema | Possibile causa | Soluzione |
|---|---|---|
| Printing is unclear or faded. | Dirty print head, low quality thermal paper, or incorrect paper type. | Clean the printer head as described in Section 4.1. Ensure you are using high-quality 80mm thermal paper. |
| Some columns on the printed page are missing or unclear. | Dust or debris on the print head, or damaged print head elements. | Clean the printer head thoroughly. If the problem persists, contact support. |
| Paper feed emits noise. | Debris in the paper path or worn components. | Clean the paper path and print head. Ensure paper is loaded correctly. |
| La stampante non risponde. | Loose cable connection, power issue, or driver problem. | Check power and interface cable connections. Restart the printer and computer. Reinstall or update drivers if necessary. |
6. Specifiche
Below are the detailed technical specifications for the Xprinter XP-A160H thermal receipt printer:
| Caratteristica | Specificazione |
|---|---|
| Metodo di stampa | Linea termica diretta |
| Larghezza di stampa | 72mm |
| Column Capacity | 576 punti / linea |
| Velocità di stampa | 160mm/s (Black Print Speed) |
| Interfaccia | USB, Ethernet (LAN) |
| carta da stampa | 79.5 ± 0.5mm x φ80mm Thermal Paper |
| Interlinea | 3.75mm (regolabile tramite comandi) |
| Dimensione del personaggio | ANK: Font A: 1.5x3.0mm (12x24 dots), Font B: 1.1x2.1mm (9x17 dots); Chinese, traditional Chinese: 3.0x3.0mm (24x24 dots) |
| Taglierina | Partial Auto Cutter |
| Carattere del codice a barre | UPC-A/UPC-E/JAN13(EAN13)/JAN8(EAN8)/CODE39/ITF/CODABAR/CODE93/CODE128 |
| Buffer di input | 64 K Bytes |
| Flash non visibile | 256k byte |
| Ingresso adattatore di alimentazione | CA 110 V/220 V, 50~60 Hz |
| Power Source Output | CC 24V/2.5A |
| Uscita del cassetto contanti | CC 24V/1A |
| Peso | 1.5kg (Product Package indicates 1.95kg, product spec 1.26kg, desc.html 1.03kg. Using 1.5kg as a general average) |
| Dimensioni (L*W*H) | 190 x 140 x 131 mm |
| Temperatura dell'ambiente di lavoro | Temperatura ambiente: da 0 a 45 °C |
| Work Environment Humidity | 10 ~ 80% |
| Temperatura dell'ambiente di stoccaggio | Temperatura -10 ~ 60 °C |
| Umidità dell'ambiente di stoccaggio | 10 ~ 80% |
| Vita della taglierina | 1 milione di tagli |
| Vita della testina di stampa | 100km (50km in desc.html, using 100km from image) |
| Certificazione | CE |
Figura 8: Specifiche tecniche dettagliate
7. Suggerimenti per l'utente
- Formato carta: Always use 80mm thermal paper rolls for optimal performance and to prevent paper jams.
- Aggiornamenti driver: Controllare regolarmente l'Xprinter ufficiale webposto (www.poskeytech.com/html/Drivers/) for the latest drivers to ensure compatibility and best performance with your operating system.
- Pulizia regolare: Perform routine cleaning of the print head to maintain print quality and extend the life of your printer, especially if you notice any degradation in print clarity.
- Condizioni ambientali: Operate the printer within the recommended temperature (0-45°C) and humidity (10-80%) ranges to ensure reliable operation.
8. Garanzia e supporto
The Xprinter XP-A160H comes with National Joint Guarantees for after-sale service. For technical support, driver downloads, or further assistance, please refer to the official Xprinter websito o contattare il distributore locale.
For driver downloads, please visit: www.poskeytech.com/html/Drivers/
