Epson TM-U295 (292): Serial, without PS, EDG

The Epson TM-U295 is a compact serial slip printer designed for POS terminals. It delivers a maximum print speed of 88 characters per second and a character density of 16.2 cpi, supports up to two copies, and uses a long-life ribbon rated for 1.5 million characters. With a small footprint (180 x 191 x 102 mm), a weight of 1.6 kg and high durability (MTBF 180,000 hours), the TM-U295 is intended for continuous retail and hospitality receipt and slip printing and meets VCCI Class A, FCC Class A and CE marking standards.

Advantages

The TM-U295 offers an ultra-small footprint that saves counter space, multiple print sizes and four printing directions for flexible layout options, plus a page mode that enables placement of text almost anywhere on a slip. Operator-friendly features include a simple touch panel and automatic paper eject. It conforms to Epson's ESC/POS command set and is built to Epson quality standards for reliability.

Suitable for

• Point-of-sale terminals in retail stores
• Restaurants and hospitality for order slips and checks
• Ticketing and service counters requiring compact slip printing

Key specifications

• Model: Epson TM-U295 (MPN C31C163292)
• Interface: Serial
• Print speed: up to 88 cps
• Character density: 16.2 cpi
• Copies: up to 2
• Ribbon life: 1.5 million characters
• Dimensions: 180 x 191 x 102 mm
• Weight: 1.6 kg
• MTBF: 180,000 hours
• Standards: VCCI Class A, FCC Class A, CE
• Country of origin: Portugal

How to use

Install the TM-U295 at the POS terminal using the serial connection according to the terminal's interface specifications. Load slip paper and ribbon following the user manual instructions, then configure print settings such as print size, direction and page mode using the printer's touch panel or driver commands. Use ESC/POS commands from the host system to control advanced layout and page mode positioning.

Recommendations

For long-term reliability, use genuine Epson ribbons and compatible paper types, schedule periodic maintenance checks, and keep the unit in a dust-free environment. Verify serial interface settings and ESC/POS commands with your POS software provider for optimal integration.