Summary:
This article is a wiring/setup guide for connecting an Android tablet, a mechanical meter and an Epson TM-U295 slip printer using either a Firefly or Parani Bluetooth serial adapter, listing the required cables/adapters (USB A–C, null‑modem DB9/DB25, printer power, Lind power adapter, etc.) and showing where each connects, including fused truck power. It cautions the guide is aimed at Certified Truck Shops (some hardware like mounting hex nuts may not be provided), and includes links/steps for configuring the Firefly/Parani adapters and an explanation of null‑modem cables.
Question:
How do I wire an Android tablet with a Mechanical meter and Epson TM-U295 Slip Printer?
Environment:
- New Mobile Delivery
- Android Tablet
- Epson TM-U295 Slip Printer
Answer:
Disclaimer:
The following guide was designed to assist Certified Truck Shops. This guide might not show all of the items and Cargas might not supply everything needed for a full installation. Please consult a Certified Truck Shop.
Please select the correct tab for your corresponding Firefly or Parani bluetooth adapter.
Warning:
One item not shown and Cargas does not supply in this setup, is hex nuts to mount the Firefly/Parani bluetooth adapters to the serial cables. These are usually supplied by Certified Truck Shops.
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| A | Android Tablet | F | Firefly Bluetooth Adapter |
| B | USB A to USB C Cable | G | Firefly Bluetooth Adapter USB Power Cable |
| C | Epson TM-U295 Slip Printer | H | Lind Power Adapter |
| D | Epson TM-U295 Power Cable (to fused truck power) |
I | Lind Power Adapter Power Cable (to fused truck power) |
| E | Null Modem DB9 Pin to DB25 Pin Female/Male Click Here For Amazon Link |
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Warning:
One item not shown and Cargas does not supply in this setup, is hex nuts to mount the Firefly/Parani bluetooth adapters to the serial cables. These are usually supplied by Certified Truck Shops.
Click Here for an Amazon Link
| A | Android Tablet | G | Parani Bluetooth 9pin Null Modem adapter |
| B | USB A to USB C Cable | H | Parani Bluetooth Adapter USB Power Cable |
| C | Epson TM-U295 Slip Printer | I | USB 6ft extension cord |
| D | Epson TM-U295 Power Cable (to fused truck power) |
J | Lind Power Adapter |
| E | DB9 Pin to DB25 Pin Female/Male Click Here For RS-Online Link |
K | Lind Power Adapter Power Cable (to fused truck power) |
| F | Parani Bluetooth Adapter |
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Additional Info:
- How to configure a Firefly Bluetooth adapter
- How to configure a Parani Bluetooth Adapter
- What is a Null Modem Cable/Adapter?
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