Apple Stylewriter 1200 Service Manual

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StyleWriter 1200

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Basics

StyleWriter 1200

Basics Introduction - 1

Introduction

The StyleWriter 1200 is a
high-resolution ink-jet
printer. There are some
differences between the
StyleWriter 1200 and the
StyleWriter II.

Basics Introduction - 2

Hardware Differences

•The two out-feed rollers at the front of the printer have
only one rubber roller each, vs. two on StyleWriter II.

•The sheet feeder has changed to be compatible with the new
paper feeding scheme that the vendor has implemented
across the product line.

•The plastic cover of the controller and feed rollers has been
changed to match the paper feeder.

•The wheel on the carriage was removed.

Basics Introduction - 3

Software Differences

•Some simplifications have been made to the controller
board, and the ROM has been upgraded to incorporate the
additional print modes, auto-power on/off, and a new self­test page.

• Two additional print modes have been added to the
StyleWriter 1200: Fine and Smooth. Fine mode uses 360 dpi
resolution and Smooth uses a 720 dpi horizontal by 360 dpi
vertical resolution.

• The printhead is automatically primed prior to the
printing of the self-test page.

• The Watermark feature allows the user to specify an image
to appear in the background of each page being printed.

Basics Introduction - 4

Paper Sizes

The Executive size has been added to the StyleWriter 1200.
The printer offers four paper sizes:

• Letter (8.5" x 11")

• Legal (8.5" x 14")

• A4 (210 mm x 297 mm)

• Executive (7.25 mm x 10.5 mm)

Basics Introduction - 5

Envelope Sizes

The number 6 envelope size has been added to the
StyleWriter 1200. The printer offers two envelope sizes:

• Number 6 (6.5" x 3.625")

• Number 10 (9.5" x 4.125")

Basics Test Page - 6

Test Page

Online Key

Turn on the printer and hold
down the online key for at
least 6 seconds or until the
test page prints.

Basics Test Page - 7

The test page shows the ROM
revision and a test pattern.

Use the test pattern to
determine if the ink jets are
functioning properly. If
lines appear broken,
proceed to the “Printing”
topic in the Troubleshooting
chapter.

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Specifications

StyleWriter 1200

Specifications Characteristics - 1

Characteristics

Print Methods

Print Head

Print Head Life

Serial bubble jet ink–on–demand

1 by 64 nozzles

Approximately 500 pages (normal mode)

Specifications Graphics - 2

Graphics

Resolution

Best: 720 x 360 dpi (best mode, black and white, edge

smoothing)
360 x 360 dpi (grayscale)
Normal: 360 x 360 dpi
Draft: 180 x 180 dpi

Specifications Paper Handling - 3

Paper Handling

Paper

Envelopes

Transparencies

Size: LTR, LGL, A4, Executive
Weight: 16–24 lb.
Capacity: 100 sheets (A4, LTR)

Size: Number 6 or 10
Capacity: 10 envelopes

Coated transparencies, or most inkjet transparencies

Specifications Ink Cartridges - 4

Ink Cartridges

Type

Ink Color

Ink Amount

Life

Ink cartridge

Black

Approximately 28 g (per cartridge)

Approximately 500 pages

Specifications Environmental - 5

Environmental

Acoustic Noise Level

Temperature

Humidity

Approximately 40 dB (reference level)

59–86°F (15–30°C)

10–80% (no condensation)

Specifications Electrical - 6

Electrical

Power Source

Power Consumption

U.S./Japan: 120 VAC, 60 Hz, 1.0 A
Europe/Australia: 210–240 VAC, 50 Hz, 0.5 A

48 W maximum

Specifications Physical - 7

Physical

Dimensions

Weight

Height: 7 in. (180 mm)
Width: 13.6 in. (345 mm)
Depth: 7.4 in. (200 mm)

Approximately 6.6 lb. (3 kg)

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Troubleshooting

StyleWriter 1200

Troubleshooting General/ - 1

General

The Symptom Charts included in this chapter will help you
diagnose specific symptoms related to your product. Because cures
are listed on the charts in the order of most likely solution, try
the first cure first. Verify whether or not the product continues to
exhibit the symptom. If the symptom persists, try the next cure.
(Note: If you have replaced a module, reinstall the original module
before you proceed to the next cure.)

If you are not sure what the problem is, or if the Symptom Charts
do not resolve the problem, refer to the Flowchart for the product
family.

For additional assistance, contact Apple Technical Support.

Troubleshooting Symptom Charts /Preliminary Checks - 2

Symptom Charts

Preliminary Checks

Computer cannot find
printer

No lights or
movement

Print quality
problems

1 Verify that StyleWriter 1200 driver is installed.
2 Verify that Chooser and Control Panel settings are correct.
3 Verify that serial cable is connected.
4 Replace serial cable.

1 Verify that printer is turned on and plugged into wall socket.
2 Replace fuse.

1 Verify that paper is correct weight.
2 Purge ink cartridge.
3 Replace ink cartridge.
4 Replace printer.

Troubleshooting Symptom Charts /Preliminary Checks - 3

Mechanical problems 1 Verify that paper is correct weight.

2 Clear paper jam.
3 Verify that cut sheet feeder aligns with printer.
4 Replace printer.

Troubleshooting Symptom Charts /Status Light - 4

Status Light

No status lights 1 Replace fuse.

2 Verify that operation cable is securely connected to logic

board.

3 Replace printer.

Error light on 1 Printer is out of paper; add paper.

2 Check for paper jam; remove jam and then press power

switch.

3 Check for carriage jam.
4 Replace printer.