Star Micronics SP500 Series
SP500 Series Receipt Printer
The compact-sized SP500 single color receipt printer is ideal for retail point of sale,
restaurants and kiosks.
Available in two models, the Star SP500 features a standard tear bar and a convenient auto cutter. Choose from two popular interface choices, parallel (IEEE1284) or serial (RS232C), and two exterior colors, charcoal gray or putty. All models have an internal UPS.
Among the fastest dot matrix receipt printers on the market, the SP500 Series sports print
speeds at over 4 lines per sec (at 42 columns per line) and includes an advanced print head
for increased reliability over the long haul.
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| Product Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 140W x 225D x 163H mm |
| Weight | Tear bar model: 2.0 kg - Auto cutter model: 3.2 kg |
| Color Options | Dark Grey, Light Grey |
| Interface | Serial, parallel, USB, ethernet |
| Print Method | 9-pin, serial impact dot-matrix |
| Print Speed | 4.2 Lines per second (40 columns) |
| Emulation | Star Mode, ESC/POS™ |
| OPOS Compatible | Yes |
| Character Set | 95 Alphanumeric, 46 International, 128 x 40 Graphic |
| Character/Line | 16.9 / 14.1 cpi (character per inch) |
| Graphics Printing | Yes |
| Operating Temperature | 32°F - 104°F (0°C - 40°C) |
| MCBF | 22,000,000 |
| Print Head Life | 100 Million characters |
| Auto Cutter Lifespan | 300,000 cuts |
| Paper Dimensions | 76 mm standard width (57 mm with paper guide), 85 mm maximum diameter |
| Paper Thickness | 0.07 to 0.010 mm |
| Two Color Printing Capabilities | No |
| Sensors | paper out, paper low, cover open, black mark |
| Auto Cutter | Optional |
| Mac Compatible | No |
| In The Box | Ribbon Cartridge, User Manual, Paper Guide, Power Switch Cover, Power Cable, Ferrite Core (Ethernet Model) |
| Frequently Asked Question |
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| How do I install a Star Ethernet Printer? |
Star Micronics SP500 Series Reviews
Customer Reviews
Reviewed by: Dave of Mason MI
Purchased: Star Micronics SP500 Series Star SP512MC42 GRY Impact Printer Color: Grey with Tear Bar and Power Supply Parallel Interface (39320310)
Reviewed by: Janet of Pana IL
Purchased: Star Micronics SP500 Series Star SP512MC42 GRY Impact Printer Color: Grey with Tear Bar and Power Supply Parallel Interface (39320310)
Liked: Exactly the machine I was looking for, compatible to my old machine hardware.
Reviewed by: Mari Dee of Mabank TX
Purchased: Star Micronics SP500 Series Star SP512MC42 GRY Impact Printer Color: Grey with Tear Bar and Power Supply Parallel Interface (39320310)
Liked: Was comparable to our old printer and served our needs.
Reviewed by: Mike of Altus OK
Purchased: Star Micronics SP500 Series Star SP512MC42 GRY Impact Printer Color: Grey with Tear Bar and Power Supply Parallel Interface (39320310)
Reviewed by: DavidDavid of TROUT, LATROUT LA
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