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OmniLink TM-T88VI-i Intelligent Thermal Receipt Printer

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Receipt printer with hub connectivity, cloud and embedded server.

The groundbreaking OmniLink® TM-T88VI-i helps merchants deliver the best customer experience in an ever-changing market. Featuring multi-interface and hub connectivity, this intelligent printer meets POS needs both now and in the future. A built-in Web server supports custom Web applications, while Epson’s ePOS Device Technology enables businesses to use the printer as a peripheral hub for mobile/cloud-based POS. With built-in Ethernet and USB, plus Bluetooth® and wireless options, the TM-T88VI-i supports traditional PC-POS, mobile devices and cloud servers. Print from web-based applications. Or, utilize Server Direct Printing for online ordering. Use the cloud functionality to leverage best-of-breed POS applications with OmniLink Merchant Services.

      • Built-in Web server for custom Web applications
      • Use as a peripheral hub for mPOS solutions
      • Connect to multiple devices and cloud servers
      • Three interfaces incl. built-in USB and Ethernet
      • Print from web-based apps with ePOS Print tech
  • Model: C31CE94731
  • Do more with custom Web applications — built-in Web server offers maximum flexibility and customization
  • Manage peripherals — Epson’s ePOS Device Technology enables you to use the printer as a peripheral hub for mobile and cloud/browser-based POS systems
  • Connect to multiple devices simultaneously — printer can be dynamically shared by legacy POS terminals, tablets and mobile devices, as well as cloud servers
  • Triple-interface connectivity to future-proof growing businesses — maximum flexibility with three options, including built-in USB and Ethernet
  • Print from web-based applications — incorporates Epson’s ePOS Print Technology
  • Designed for the cloud — leverage best-of-breed POS apps and perform remote firmware upgrades using OmniLink Merchant Services, plus utilize Server Direct Printing for online ordering
  • Distributed proximity-based printing — through Epson’s beacon support using BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy)1
  • Easy printing from mobile devices — NFC (Near Field Communication) technology for easy pairing with your device2
  • Ultra fast transaction times — print speeds up to 350 mm/sec3, plus a high-speed auto cutter
  • Advanced paper-saving functions — top-margin and character-height reduction features help reduce paper usage by up to 49 percent4

What's in the box:

  • OmniLink TM-T88VI-i printer
  • Thermal roll paper (starter roll for testing)
  • Power switch cover
  • Connector cover
  • Bottom cover for connector cover
  • Roll paper guide
  • Screws
  • Set-up guide
  • AC Adapter V w/AC cord
  • CD (drivers, utilities, and documentation)

Print Other:


Printing Technology: Thermal line printingPrint Resolution: 180 dpiPrint Speed: 350 mm/sec (13.8”/sec) max. for graphics and text1Print Direction: Backward Paper Feeding function: 0.08" ~ 0.6"/sec (2 mm ~ 14.5 mm)1

General:


Operating Systems:
  • Microsoft® Windows (APD, OPOS, OPOS for .NET, JavaPOS)
  • Microsoft Windows 8.1 / iOS / Android (ePOS-Print SDK)
  • Mac® OS X®
  • Linux (CUPS, JavaPOS)
Server Systems:
  • Type: Embbeded
  • CPU: Arm-Cortex-A5 384MHz
  • Embedded Linux: lighttpd
Dimensions: 5.71 x 7.68 x 5.83" (145 x 195 x 148mm) (W x D x H)Weight: 3.5 lbs (1.6 kg)Security:
  • Security: WEP, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK/EAP
  • WPA2-EAP(Enterprise): EAP-TLS, PEAP/MSCHAPv2, PEAP/TLS
  • Port open/close setting
  • IP address filtering
Safety Approvals:
  • Safety standards: UL60950-1/CSA C22.2 No.60950-1
  • EMI standards: FCC/ICES-003 Class A
Case Color: Epson Black (EBCK)

Print Fonts:


Print Fonts:
  • Font A (default): 12 x 24
  • Font B: 9 x 17 (including 2-dot horizontal spacing)
Column Capacity:
  • 80 mm: 42/48/56 columns
  • 58 mm model: 30/36/40 columns
Character Size:
  • Font A: 1.41 x 3.39
  • Font B: 0.99 x 2.40 (W x H mm)
Fonts:
  • Font A (default): 12 x 24
  • Font B: 9 x 17 (including 2-dot horizontal spacing)
Character Set:
  • 95 Alphanumeric
  • 18 International
  • 128 x 43 Graphic (including user-defined page)
  • Options for customization include Traditional/Simple Chinese, Thai, Japanese and Korean.
Barcode: UPC-A/E, Code 39/93/128, CODABAR PDF417, QR-CODE, MaxiCode, Data Matrix, Aztec Code, Composite Symbology, GS1-128, GS1 DataBar Omnidirectional /Truncated /Limited /Expanded

Media Handling:


Thickness: 48 – 80 µmMedia Dimensions:
  • 80mm: 3.13" ± 0.02" (width) x 3.27" roll diameter (79.5 ± 0.5 x 83mm)
  • 58mm: 2.26" ± 0.02" (width) x 3.27" roll diameter (57.5 ± 0.5 x 83mm)

Connectivity:


Standard Connectivity:
  • Built-in USB, Serial, Ethernet (10/100Base-T/TX)
  • Connector Type: USB Type A Connector x1, USB Type B Connector x4, RJ45 x1, DB9 Male x1, DKx1, 3 Pin Mini Din Female X1
  • Wireless (Requires USB wireless dongle) OT-WL05 (802.11 a/b/g/n, 2.4G/5G) or OT-WL02 (802.11 b/g/n, 2.4G)
  • Beacon (Requires Bluetooth Low Energy dongle) Beacon dongle3 (Epson-approved dongle: Laird model BT820)
  • Printer Discovery NFC (Near Field Communication)4, Simple AP (wireless network)
  • Communication Protocols ESC/POS, ePOS-Print Service (Ethernet/Wireless), Server Direct Print (Ethernet/Wireless)
Printing from a Mobile Device:
  • Wireless (802.11): iOS, Android™ and Windows® operating systems
  • Bluetooth iOS, Android and Windows
  • mPOS Friendly Settings (default): DHCP enabled, DNS enabled, IP printing enabled

POS Details:


Reliability:
  • MTBF: 50,000 hours
  • MCBF: 70,000,000 lines
  • Thermal head life: 200km2
  • Auto Cutter life: 3 million cuts2
Data Buffer:
  • Receive: 45 bytes or 4 KB, selectable
  • User-defined: 12 KB
  • Macro: 2 KB
  • NV graphics: 384 KB
  • Downloaded Graphics Area: 208 KB
  • NV user: 1KB
  • Web Contents Area: 100 MB
D.K.D.: 2 driversSoftware Included:
  • ePOS-Print (XML over HTTP)
  • ePOS-Device
  • ePOS-Display
  • WebConfig
  • Server Collaboration: Server Direct Print and XML base printing
  • PHP/Sqlite3
  • Backup/Restore: TM Utility (Win)
Options: Power supply cover, AC adapter V power supply, one wall hanging bracket, affixing tape

Power:


Power Supply Voltage:
  • Input Voltage: AC 100 V – 240 V
  • Frequency: 50Hz-60Hz
Power Consumption:
  • Operating: Approx. 27.4 W
  • Stand-by: 1.5 W

Service Plans:

4-Year Return for Repair Extended Service Plan

We know protecting your investment is important. Epson Preferred Plus Extended Service Plans offer peace of mind beyond the device’s limited warranty and help keep you up and running — because we understand there’s simply no time for downtime.

Notes:

1 Requires the use of a beacon dongle connected to TM-T88VI-i printer via the USB-A port. Supports only Apple® iBeacon™ compliant format. The Epson-approved dongle is Laird model BT820.

2 NFC tag requires use of a device that includes NFC reader, and may require additional software.

3 Speed based on using 80 mm wide media only and Epson’s PS-180 power supply. Configurations not including the PS-180 will have a default print speed of 300 mm/sec.

4 Paper savings depend on the text and graphics printed on the receipt.


Specification Notes:
1 Requires the use of a beacon dongle connected to TM-T88VI printer via the USB-A port. Supports only Apple® iBeacon compliant format. The Epson-approved dongle is Laird model BT820.

2 NFC tag requires use of a device that includes NFC reader, and may require additional software.

3 Speed based on using 80 mm wide media only and Epson’s PS-180 power supply. Configurations not including the PS-180 will have a default print speed of 300 mm/sec.

4 Paper savings depend on the text and graphics printed on the receipt.

5 Rated printhead and cutter lives based on use of the following media only, with printer operated at room temperature and normal humidity:

  • Model KT55FA: Papierfabrik August Koehler SE
  • Model PD160R: Oji Imaging Media Co., Ltd.
  • Model TF50KS-Y: NIPPON Paper Industries Co., Ltd.

6 For convenient and reasonable recycling options, visit www.epson.com/recycle

7 SmartWay is an innovative partnership of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency that reduces greenhouse gases and other air pollutants and improves fuel efficiency.