Configuration Mode Overview
There are two ways to configure the Epic 430TM printer: the first is to use the manual configuration sequence by using the TEST and FEED key, and the second is to use TransAct’s remote configuration software. TransAct Technologies offers the use of a remote CONFIG program as a fast, easy way for system integrators to configure or reconfigure your Epic 430TM printer. To obtain more information, or the latest version of the CONFIG program, call TransAct’s Sales Department or contact Technical Support.
Selecting the Communications interface
The USB and RS232 interfaces are not active concurrently. Only one at a time is supported. The USB link has priority. If the USB link is active (Vbus is present) the RS-232 link is inactive.
Most Frequent Configuration Incompatibilities
- Emulation
- RS-232 Serial Interface (baud rate)
How to Change Configuration Settings
Entering into Configuration Mode
1) Press the TEST button for approximately 4 seconds.
2) Select configuration mode.
3) Follow the printed instructions.
· Press and Release the FEED button for the next option.
· Press and Hold the FEED button to change the option.
· Power cycle to exit without changing.
· Press TEST to save and Exit
Note: The Test button is a multifunction button. By pressing and releasing the test button, the printer will enter self test. By pressing and holding the test button for a longer time, two additional features may be activated: pressing and holding the button for about two seconds will enter hex dump mode, and holding the button for about 4 seconds will enter configuration mode. To aid in selecting the correct mode, the Error LED will illuminate as soon as the button is pressed and indicate that self test is selected. After about 2 seconds the Error LED will go out and the PAPER indicator will illuminate, indicating that hex dump is selected. After about 4 seconds, the Cover LED will illuminate, indicating that configuration mode is selected.
After you enter Configuration Mode, the printer will print the current configuration, the current totals and the error logs, if any. Save this printout as a guide to changing the configuration. It’s also useful in case you wish to return the printer to the previous configuration.
Each emulation may have different configurable features. If you are changing the emulation, note that the printout that was printed at the beginning of the configuration process may be incorrect for the new emulation, and the configurable features may be different. If you are using this printout as a configuration guide, and you are changing the emulation, you may wish to save the new emulation and then re-enter Configuration Mode to change other options. This will print all the available features for the new emulation.
Remote Configuration
Remote configuration is provided for all printers, and is accessed through a series of extended diagnostic and configuration commands. The TransAct® universal configuration program will allow the configuration to be read, edited, and written back to the printer. It will also allow the configuration of one printer to be recorded and replicated over a number of printers. The program is available from TransAct Technical Support or by downloading it from the Interne