{"id":11630,"date":"2025-07-27T03:41:01","date_gmt":"2025-07-27T03:41:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/posnetwork.com.au\/?post_type=product&#038;p=11630"},"modified":"2025-07-27T03:43:21","modified_gmt":"2025-07-27T03:43:21","slug":"sp742-serial-dot-matrix-printer-with-auto-cutter","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/posnetwork.com.au\/index.php\/product\/sp742-serial-dot-matrix-printer-with-auto-cutter\/","title":{"rendered":"SP742 Serial Dot Matrix Printer with Auto Cutter"},"content":{"rendered":"<section id=\"description\">The Star SP742 dot matrix printer with Auto Cutter and Serial Cable is purpose-built for the high-demand requirements of busy hospitality and kitchen environments. As Star Micronics\u2019 most advanced impact printer, the SP742 delivers high-speed performance, exceptional reliability, and dual-colour printing (Red\/Black) \u2013 making it the ideal solution for kitchen orders, receipts, and service environments exposed to heat and humidity.<\/p>\n<p>Featuring a built-in power supply, splash-resistant design, and drop-in paper loading, this model is designed to be as user-friendly as it is powerful. It includes a guillotine auto cutter for clean, consistent receipt separation, reducing errors and improving kitchen workflow.<\/p>\n<p>Compatible with major operating systems including Windows, Mac, and Linux, the SP742 installs effortlessly and is supplied with all necessary drivers and a serial cable for instant connectivity.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Product Features<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>High-Speed Printing \u2013 Up to 8.9 lines per second<\/li>\n<li>Auto Cutter Included \u2013 Guillotine cutter for clean and precise receipt separation<\/li>\n<li>Built-in Power Supply \u2013 Eliminates the need for bulky external adapters<\/li>\n<li>Serial Interface + Cable Included \u2013 Ready to connect out of the box<\/li>\n<li>Dual-Colour Output \u2013 Prints in both black and red for improved order visibility<\/li>\n<li>Drop-In &amp; Print \u2013 Clamshell mechanism for quick, jam-free paper changes<\/li>\n<li>Splash-Resistant Design \u2013 Ideal for kitchen and hospitality environments<\/li>\n<li>Multi-Copy Support \u2013 Prints on up to 3-ply paper<\/li>\n<li>Flexible Mounting \u2013 Can be mounted vertically or horizontally to save counter space<\/li>\n<li>OS Compatibility \u2013 Drivers for Windows XP, Vista, 2K, Mac OS X, and Linux included<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Product Specifications<\/strong><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Print Method<\/b><span class=\"EOP SCXW110159054 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"TextRun SCXW110159054 BCX0\">9-Pin Serial Impact Dot Matrix<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW110159054 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Print Speed<\/b><span class=\"EOP SCXW110159054 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"TextRun SCXW110159054 BCX0\">Up to 8.9 lines per second<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW110159054 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Colour Printing<\/b><span class=\"EOP SCXW110159054 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"TextRun SCXW110159054 BCX0\">Two-colour (Black\/Red)<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW110159054 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Paper Loading<\/b><span class=\"EOP SCXW110159054 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"TextRun SCXW110159054 BCX0\">Drop-In &amp; Print<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW110159054 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Cutter Type<\/b><span class=\"EOP SCXW110159054 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"TextRun SCXW110159054 BCX0\">Auto Cutter (Guillotine)<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW110159054 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Mounting Options<\/b><span class=\"EOP SCXW110159054 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"TextRun SCXW110159054 BCX0\">Horizontal or Vertical<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW110159054 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Multi-Copy Support<\/b><span class=\"EOP SCXW110159054 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"TextRun SCXW110159054 BCX0\">Up to 3-ply<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW110159054 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Interfaces Included<\/b><span class=\"EOP SCXW110159054 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"TextRun SCXW110159054 BCX0\">Serial (RS-232C) with cable<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW110159054 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Paper Width<\/b><span class=\"EOP SCXW110159054 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"TextRun SCXW110159054 BCX0\">76mm<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW110159054 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Power Supply<\/b><span class=\"EOP SCXW110159054 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"TextRun SCXW110159054 BCX0\">Internal (integrated)<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW110159054 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Buzzer Option<\/b><span class=\"EOP SCXW110159054 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"TextRun SCXW110159054 BCX0\">Available (external add-on)<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW110159054 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Software Drivers<\/b><span class=\"EOP SCXW110159054 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"TextRun SCXW110159054 BCX0\">Windows XP\/2K\/Vista, Mac OS X, Linux<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW110159054 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110159054 BCX0\">Operating\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110159054 BCX0\">Temp.<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW110159054 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"TextRun SCXW110159054 BCX0\">5\u00b0C to 45\u00b0C<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW110159054 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110159054 BCX0\">Dimensions (<\/span><\/b><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW110159054 BCX0\">WxDxH<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110159054 BCX0\">)<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW110159054 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"TextRun SCXW110159054 BCX0\">Approx. 160 \u00d7 245 \u00d7 152 mm<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW110159054 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Weight<\/b><span class=\"EOP SCXW110159054 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"TextRun SCXW110159054 BCX0\">Approx. 3.0 kg<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW110159054 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Reliability<\/b><span class=\"EOP SCXW110159054 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"TextRun SCXW110159054 BCX0\">22 million lines CRT<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW110159054 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Star SP742 dot matrix printer with Auto Cutter and Serial Cable 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