1. Pengenalan
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. Panduan Persediaan
2.1 Membuka Kotak dan Kandungan Pakej
Carefully unpack your printer and verify that all components are present:
- 80mm Mini Receipt Printer (XP-A160H) x 1
- Kabel Data USB x 1
- Kabel Kuasa x 1
- Paper Roll x 1
- Manual Pengguna x 1
Figure 2: Printer and Included Accessories
2.2 Menyambungkan Pencetak
- Sambungan Kuasa: Connect the provided power cable to the printer's power input port and then to a suitable power outlet (100-240V).
- Sambungan Antara Muka:
- Antaramuka USB: Connect the USB data cable from the printer's USB port to an available USB port on your computer.
- Ethernet (LAN) Interface: Connect an Ethernet cable from the printer's LAN port to your network router or switch.
Figure 3: Rear Ports (USB, LAN, Power)
Figure 4: Power Plug Types
2.3 Memuatkan Kertas Terma
- 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.
- Tarik sedikit kertas keluar melepasi pemotong.
- Tutup penutup pencetak dengan kuat sehingga ia berbunyi klik pada tempatnya.
2.4 Pemasangan Pemandu
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 webtapak:
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. Arahan Operasi
3.1 Percetakan Asas
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 Cash Drawer Support
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 Fungsi Ujian Kendiri
To perform a self-test and verify printer functionality and current settings:
- Ensure the printer is turned off and paper is loaded.
- Press and hold the 'FEED' button.
- While holding the 'FEED' button, turn on the printer.
- Release the 'FEED' button once the printer starts printing the self-test page.
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. Penyelenggaraan
4.1 Printer Head Cleaning Guide
The printer head requires cleaning if you observe any of the following issues:
- Cetakan tidak jelas.
- Some columns on the printed page are not clear.
- The paper feed mechanism emits unusual noise.
Printer Head Cleaning Procedure:
- Matikan pencetak.
- 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. Penyelesaian masalah
This section addresses common issues you might encounter with your XP-A160H printer.
| Masalah | Kemungkinan Punca | Penyelesaian |
|---|---|---|
| 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. |
| Printer not responding. | 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. Spesifikasi
Below are the detailed technical specifications for the Xprinter XP-A160H thermal receipt printer:
| Ciri | Spesifikasi |
|---|---|
| Kaedah Mencetak | Talian Terma Terus |
| Lebar Cetakan | 72mm |
| Kapasiti Lajur | 576 titik / garis |
| Kelajuan Cetak | 160mm/s (Black Print Speed) |
| Antara muka | USB, Ethernet (LAN) |
| Kertas Percetakan | 79.5 ± 0.5mm x φ80mm Thermal Paper |
| Jarak Garisan | 3.75mm (boleh laras dengan arahan) |
| Saiz Watak | ANK: Font A: 1.5x3.0mm (12x24 dots), Font B: 1.1x2.1mm (9x17 dots); Chinese, traditional Chinese: 3.0x3.0mm (24x24 dots) |
| Pemotong | Partial Auto Cutter |
| Watak Kod Bar | UPC-A/UPC-E/JAN13(EAN13)/JAN8(EAN8)/CODE39/ITF/CODABAR/CODE93/CODE128 |
| Penyangga Input | 64 K Bytes |
| NV Flash | 256k bait |
| Input Penyesuai Kuasa | AC 110V/220V, 50~60Hz |
| Power Source Output | DC 24V/2.5A |
| Output Laci Tunai | DC 24V/1A |
| Berat badan | 1.5kg (Product Package indicates 1.95kg, product spec 1.26kg, desc.html 1.03kg. Using 1.5kg as a general average) |
| Dimensi (L*W*H) | 190 x 140 x 131mm |
| Suhu Persekitaran Kerja | 0 ~ 45 °C |
| Work Environment Humidity | 10 ~ 80% |
| Suhu Persekitaran Penyimpanan | -10 ~ 60 °C |
| Penyimpanan Alam Sekitar Kelembapan | 10 ~ 80% |
| Kehidupan Pemotong | 1 juta potongan |
| Kehidupan Kepala Cetak | 100km (50km in desc.html, using 100km from image) |
| Pensijilan | CE |
Rajah 8: Spesifikasi Teknikal Terperinci
7. Petua Pengguna
- Saiz Kertas: Always use 80mm thermal paper rolls for optimal performance and to prevent paper jams.
- Kemas Kini Pemandu: Semak Xprinter rasmi secara berkala webtapak (www.poskeytech.com/html/Drivers/) for the latest drivers to ensure compatibility and best performance with your operating system.
- Pembersihan tetap: 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.
- Keadaan Persekitaran: Operate the printer within the recommended temperature (0-45°C) and humidity (10-80%) ranges to ensure reliable operation.
8. Waranti dan Sokongan
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 webtapak atau hubungi pengedar tempatan anda.
For driver downloads, please visit: www.poskeytech.com/html/Drivers/
