Overview
RCT-4610 is 3 inch kiosk thermal printer which is consist of thermal printer head ,cutter and control board.
It is used for financial self-service terminals, communication self-service terminals, coupons self-service terminals, ticketing self-service terminals, power self-service terminals, medical self-service terminals, insurance self-service terminals,tax kiosks, self-service terminals such as kiosk terminal equipment, tanker, Queuing machines and so on.
Production feature
Thermal receipt printers are popular in point of sale (POS) systems because of their fast and reliable printing. Here are some common production features of thermal receipt printers:
Direct Thermal Printing: Thermal receipt printers use direct thermal printing which means that the print head applies heat to the specially coated thermal paper to create an image. This process does not require any ink or toner, which makes thermal printers cost-effective.
Printing Speed: Thermal receipt printers can print at a high speed and can usually produce up to 150 mm per second. This feature makes them ideal for busy retail environments where a high volume of receipts needs to be printed quickly.
Connectivity Options: Thermal receipt printers come with various connectivity options, such as USB, Ethernet, and wireless. This allows them to connect to different devices like POS terminals, tablets, and smartphones.
Paper Handling: Thermal printers can handle different paper widths, ranging from 2 inches to 4 inches. This makes them versatile for different uses, and it can accommodate various paper rolls, including standard thermal paper, sticky labels, and non-thermal paper.
Energy Efficiency: Most thermal receipt printers are energy efficient compared to other printer types. They are designed to reduce power consumption and have sleep modes to save power when not in use.
Durability: Thermal receipt printers are designed to handle high volume and heavy usage. They usually come with a robust body and have a long lifespan, making them a cost-effective option for businesses.
Overall, thermal receipt printers are a reliable and efficient printing solution for businesses that require fast and cost-effective receipt printing.
Panel LED Tips
The printer has two LEDS to prompt the state of the user's printer, two LEDS are power supply indicator (green light), and status indicator (red light)
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POWER indicator |
STATUS indicator |
Printer status |
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Keep bright |
Light off |
Working properly |
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Keep bright |
Flash 2 times |
Printer head is not connected or temperature is too low |
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Keep bright |
Flash 3 times |
No paper |
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Keep bright |
Flash 4 times |
Cutter error |
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Keep bright |
Flash 5 times |
Printer head over heating |
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Keep bright |
Flash 6 times |
Platen not pressed down |
paper feeding
To properly feed thermal receipt paper into a printer, follow these steps:
Open the printer cover or paper tray to gain access to where the paper is loaded.
Remove any old or used paper that may be left in the printer.
Load the thermal receipt paper correctly with the glossy side facing up.
Align the paper roll so that it sits evenly in the paper compartment of the printer.
Feed the leading end of the paper roll into the printer's “bite point” or print head unit.
Turn the printer on and let it calibrate before a test print.
By following these steps, you can ensure that your thermal receipt paper is loaded and fed into your printer correctly. If you encounter any issues or errors, consult your printer's manual for troubleshooting solutions.
The printer cutter resume work and exclude paper jam
Owing to the paper jammed, if the cutter has been locked during paper cutting
Method one：Switch off the printer and turn the printer on again, and the cutter will return to its normal position.
Method Two：press the open-cover button and the cutter will return to its normal position.
Exclude paper Jam: Firstly the printer cutter resume work , and then exclude the paper jam, and finally clear the paper channel residual scraps.