Brother EM-430 User Manual
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MODEL NO. and SERIAL NO. are located on the back of the typewriter.____________________________
MODEL NO.: SERIAL NO:
Please keep these numbers in a safe place for future reference.
FCC NOTICE
This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly,
that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio
and television reception. It has been type tested and found to comply with the limits for a class
B computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which
are designed to provide reasonable protection aginst such interference in a residential installation.
However, there is no guarantee that such interference to radio ortelevision reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment on and off will be avoided. The user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
= Reorient the receiving antenna
- Relocate the computer with respect to the receiver
- Move the computer away from the receiver
- Plug the computer into a different outlet so that the computer and receiver are on different
branch circuits. If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television
technician for additional suggestions. The user may find the following booklet prepared by the
Federal Communications Commission helpful: “Howto Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference
Problems’’. This booklet is available from the US Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C,
20402, Stock No. 004-000-00345-4.
THE EQUIPMENT MUST BE INSTALLED NEAR THE SOCKET OUTLET, WHICH MUST BE
EASILY ACCESSIBLE.
GENERAL VIEW.................................*
SETTING UP THE TYPEWRITER
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Paper Support...............................................4
Acoustic Cover
Top Cover
Power Switch
Cassette Daisy Wheel
Cassette Ribbon
Correction Tape
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Margin scale..............................................5
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Opening the top cover...............................5
Closing the top cover.,
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Removing the daisy wheel
Inserting the new daisy wheel...................8
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Removing the old ribbon
Inserting the new ribbon............................9
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Removing the old correction tape
installing the new correction tape
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Margin release
Setting margins.......................................20
Setting left margin
Setting right margin
Setting And Using Tabs...........................21
Normal tabs.............................................
Decimal tabs
Tab clear
All tab clear.............................................23
Using Shift And Caps Keys
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Shift lock.................................................24
Caps.......................................................24
Backspacing..............................................24
Simple backspace
Express backspace
Micro backspace
Repeat Function........................................25
AxUto repeat
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BASIC TYPING FUNCTIONS.....................13
Auto Paper Insert.......................................13
Manual Paper Insert
Setting Start Position
Paper Thickness Control
Setting Impact
The Keyboard (Version I)
The Keyboard (Version 2)
Symbol Keyboards
Selecting Keyboard
Dead Keys
Code Key
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Extra characters
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Setting Line Space .....................................18
Setting Typing Pitch
Margins
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Preset margins
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ADVANCED TYPING
Bold
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Auto Underline
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Expand.......................................................28
Carrier Return............................................28
Manual carrier return............................ 28
Hot zone.................................................28
Auto carrier return
Permanent spaces and hyphens
Centering
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Right Margin Flush
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Indentation................................................31
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Line indentation.....................................31
Paragraph indentation...........................31
Indent clear
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Corrections...............................................
Automatic correction
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Table of Contents
Character correction
Word out
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Line out...................................................34
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Insertions And Deletions..........................35
Insertions................................................35
Deletions.................................................36
Relocation
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Manual Correction.....................................38
Subscript And Superscript.......................39
Micro index/reverse micro index
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Memory.......................................................40
Storing a line format................................40
Calling a line format
From memory
Text memory
Correction in store mode
Printing text from memory
Removing text from memory
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MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLE
SHOOTING
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Maintenance...............................................44
Environment
Cleaning..................................................44
Supplies..................................................45
Troubleshooting
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Self Demonstration Feature
Your typewriter has a self-dennonstration
that shows nnany of the typing features of
the nnachine. Your dealer nnay already
have dennonstrated this to you, but if not,
you can do it yourself. After you have set
up the typewriter and switched it on as
detailed in the following section, insert a
sheet of paper and press the [SHIFT] and
[PITCH] keys together.
To stop the demonstration press the
[SPACEBAR].
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SPECIFICATIONS
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KEYBOARD LAYOUT (VERSION I) ...48
KEYBOARD LAYOUT (VERSION 2) ...50
INDEX..........................................................52
PRINTER CARRIER
Printing mechanism that holds the ribbon cassette, daisy wheel, and correction tape
It moves back and forth along the platen
PAPER SUPPORT
Holds paper for insertion
PAPER RELEASE LEVER
Unlocks the platen to adjust paper position
PAPER BAIL
Applies pressure for automatic paper feeding
ACOUSTIC COVER
Suppresses printing noise, protects
from dust, and has margin and tab
reference scale for convenience
TOP COVER
Protects print carrier
PAPER REST
Prevents paper from
going back into the
typewriter
KEYBOARD
Alphanumeric and function keys
POWER SWITCH
Turns the typewriter ON and OFF
PLATEN KNOB
Feeds paper manually
PAPER BAIL RELEASE LEVER
Opens the paper bail to ease manual paper insertion
This section tells you how to set up your typewriter to be ready for
typing. If you didn’t remove the yellow packing pieces and ft the
paper support when you unpacked the typewriter, now is the time
to do it before you attempt to power up the machine.
Paper Support
The paper support is used to check and adjust the position of the paper.
Attach the paper support by inserting the tabs into the holes provided on the top of the ■
typewriter.
The sliding paper guide can be used to adjust the position of the left edge of the paper,
relative to the extrenne left position of the print carrier, which is indicated by the ‘0’ nnark
on the embossed scale.
Note:
Should you need to move yourtypewriter, we suggest that you remove the paper support
first to avoid the risk of damage.
Selling up ihe Typewnier
Acoustic Cover
The acoustic cover suppresses the noise created by the typing carrier and prevents dust
from entering the typewriter. Electronic typewriters really dislike dust, so make sure that
the acoustic cover of your typewriter is always closed.
Margin scale
The margin scale is embossed on the acoustic cover. It shows the three pitch scales (for
10, 12 and 15 characters per inch), the left and right margins, the tab stop positions and
the position of the carrier.
Top Cover
Opening the top cover
In orderto insert a new cassette daisywheel, cassette ribbon or spool of correction tape,
first place the top cover of the typewriterto the upright position. Do this by placing both
hands on either end of the cover and lifting it upwards until it stands by itself
Notes:
1. The keyboard locks up when the cover is raised, and typing is not possible until it is
closed again.
2. Opening the top cover has no effect on margin settings, tab settings orthe correction
memory, all of which are retained without change.
Setting up the Typewriter
Closing the top cover
After inserting the cassette daisywheel, cassette ribbon or spool of correction tape, close
the top cover by replacing it to its original position.
Ensure that it is firnniy in place after closing.
Note:
If the top cover is closed with the unit switched ON, the carrier will autonnatically travel
to the left edge, then return to its previous position.
Power Switch
Your typewriter is now ready to be powered up. You’ll find the power cord at the back
of the typewriter. Sinnply unwrap it and plug it in.
The Power Switch is located at the left rear side ofthe typewriter under the platen knob.
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Setting up the Typewriter
Set the Power Switch to the ON position. The following should occur:
1. The daisy wheel rotates and stops.
2. The carrier moves automatical ly to the far left end of the platen and then to the preset
or specified left margin.
Notes:
I. Whenever you lift up the top cover, for example to change the cassette ribbon, the
power to the typewriter will automatically go off For this reason there is no danger
in changing the cassette daisywheel or cassette ribbon and correction tape even with
the Power ON.
2. If any of the above didn’t happen, take a look at the section on troubleshooting on
page 46.
Cassette Daisy Wheel
Brother’s slip-in, slip-out cassette daisywheels are known the world over fortheir beautiful
true letter quality type print. Here’s your chance to discover it for yourself
Your typewriter comes with a cassette daisy wheel already installed. You may, at some
point, wish to exchange it for one with a different typeface, or to place a new one in. With
the Brother typewriter, this is a vei-y simple task.
Removing the cassette daisy wheel
To remove the cassette daisy wheel, pull the motor lock lever toward you to release it,
then grasp the ear’ of the cassette daisy wheel between your thumb and forefinger and
simply pull it out.
Setting up the Typewriter
Note:
The cassette ribbon need not be removed in orderto remove the cassette daisy wheel.
Inserting the new cassette daisy wheel
Grasping the ear of the new cassette daisy wheel, slip it into the cassette guide slot and
slide it in as far as it will go.
Now press the motor lock lever back toward the platen until it clicks into place. Do not
force the lever. If you have any difficulty, recheck the cassette daisy wheel to ensure that
it is properly set and try again.
Notes:
1. Be sure that the ‘ear ofthe cassette daisywheel istothe right during insertion. Putting
it in backwards can damage both the cassette daisywheel and the motor mechanism.
2. If the cassette daisy wheel is not properly locked into position, characters will not be
properly typed.
3. There is a wide selection of Brother cassette daisy wheels available.
Cassette Ribbon
The wide range of Brother cassette ribbons available have two unique features in
common: they are clean and trouble free. Clean means that the ink goes where it is
supposed to go, on the paper, and not on your hands!
Setting up the Typewriter
Removing the old cassette ribbon
First, use the [SPACEBAR] or [BKSP] key to move the carrier to the center of the platen.
To remove the cassette ribbon, hold the cassette with both hands and raise the front end
(that near to the platen). Then, when the ribbon is clear, simply lift the cassette up and out.
Inserting the new cassette ribbon
Remove the stopper from the new cassette ribbon and turn the ribbon feed knob counter
clockwise to tighten the ribbon.
Now locate the lugs on the back edge ofthe cassette into the locating holes in the cassette
ribbon table, and slide the ribbon between the ribbon guides.
With the ribbon set between the ribbon guides, press the cassette down until it locks into
place. Turn the ribbon feed knob again slightly counter clockwise to tighten the ribbon.
Setting up the Typewriter
Notes:
1. A window is provided in the cassette to allow you to check on the rennaining annount
of ribbon.
2. Brother cassette ribbons are available in four different types:
Correctable film ribbon (standard with this model)
One-time film ribbon
Multistrike film ribbon
Nylon ribbon
The correctable film ribbon is also available in red, blue, green and brown.
Correction Tape
The correction tape guarantees a faultless document every time. What’s more, the bottom
of your typewriter will never be full of pieces of old correction paper and lumps of dried
up correction fluid!
Setting up the Typewriter
Removing the old correction tape
If you need to replace the correction tape, first make sure that the carrier is in the center
of the platen by using the [SPACEBAR] or [BKSP] key. Then remove the cassette ribbon.
Now just pull out the left and right spools of the old correction tape from the carrier.
Installing the new correction tape
First install the left spool, then thread the tape across the left and right guide rollers and
install the right spool. Make sure that the active (non-shiny) side of the correction tape is
facing towards the platen.
Take up the slack by turning the right spool counter clockwise until the white portion of
the tape begins to wind onto the right spool.
Note:
Brother correction tapes are available in two types:
Liftoff correction tape (standard with this typewriter)
This is used together with the correctable film ribbon.
Coverup correction tape
This is used together with the multi-strike film ribbon, one-time film ribbon or the nylon
ribbon.
Having set up your typewriter, you are now ready to insert a sheet
of paper and begin typing.
Automatic Paper Insertion
Inserting a sheet of paper into a typewriter has never been simpler, just three easy steps
and you’re.off! Most types of smooth finish paper can be used with your typewriter. Rag
content and other types of rough paper, however, are not recommended.
First, ensure that the power switch is ON, and that the PAPER RELEASE LEVER is set to
the back position.
Place the paper guide in the desired position, then, holding the sheet as straight as possible,
insert the paper into the slot behind the paper rest with the left edge against the paper
guide.
Now press the [PINS] key. The carrierwill first move to the left end of the platen and then
back to the center of the nnargin scale, the paper bail will lift, and the platen will rotate to
feed in the sheet of paper automatically.
PINS
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Basic Typing Functions
Hold down the [CODE] key and press the [EXPR] key, or simply press the [RETURN]
key to move the carrierto the left margin position. If you press the [RETURN] key, the
paper will advance according to the line spacing.
Notes:
1. The paper is automatically fed approximately I inch from the top edge of the paper.
2. For even more precise settings, you can also move the paper up or down half a line
at a time with the [INDEX] and [R INDEX] keys.
3. If the paper is crooked or not properly aligned after automatic insertion, it may be
adjusted manually. First turn the platen or use the [INDEX] key to feed more paper
through, then pull the paper release lever forward. This will lift the paper bail and
release the paper so that it may be moved manually. Align the paper until it is straight,
then return the paper release lever to its back position and turn the platen knob or
use the [INDEX] and [R INDEX] keys to return the paper to the position where
you wish to begin typing. For finer adjustment, use these keys with the [CODE] key
held down.
Manual Paper Insertion
You may need to use the manual method for unusual settings or for when you need to
make a precise alignment in the middle of a document.
First insert the sheet of paper into the slot behind the paper rest while keeping the left edge
of the paper in line with the paper guide. Set the paper release lever in its back position.
Use both hands and try to keep the sheet as straight as possible.
Pull the paper bail I ever forward to raise the paper bail and avoid it catching on the paper.
Then turn the platen knob until the top edge of the paper is brought underthe paper bail
to the position desired, and release the paper bail lever. If the sheet is not straight, set the
paper release lever to its forward position and straighten the sheet with both hands.
Return the paper release leverto its back position and turn the platen knob until the sheet
comes out to the desired position.
Basic Typing Functions
Setting Start Position
Automatic paper insertion normally sets the paper so that typing will start approximately
one inch (25.4 mm) from the top ofthe page. However, you can change this position using
the START SET function, so that auto-insertion will set the paper to a start position
anywhere between one and six inches (25.4 and 152.4 mm) from the top of the page.
To set the start position, insert a sheet of paper and press the [PINS] key to auto-insert
the page. Now, use the [INDEX] and [R INDEX] keys to adjust the position of the page
to where you wish to begin typing. Then, hold down the [CODE] key and press the
[S SET] key to save that setting as the start line.
Paper Thickness Control
The paper thickness control is located on the right side of the cassette ribbon table.
The lever is normally pushed right down in its standard position. Pulling up the lever
increases the space between the carrier print head and the platen, thus enabling you to
insert thicker paper and envelopes.
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Typing impact may be adjusted according to the quality and thickness of the paper you
wish to use, or to the number of carbon copies you are making.
Select the desired impact force by holding down the [CODE] key and pressing the
key for LIGHT impact, the key for MEDIUM impact, or the key for HEAVY
impact.
Note:
Your typewriter is able to make up to 4 carbon copies in addition to the original document cueus
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INDICATORS
1. Shift/Caps*
2.
10 Pitch/Underline*
12 Pitch/Bold*
15 Pitch/Expand*
3.
Single Line Spacing/
Auto Carrier Return*
1 1/2 Line Spacing/Paragraph Indent*
Double Line Spacing
KEYS
4 Line Indent
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Centering/Auto Underline*
6 Right Margin Flush/Bold*
Line Spacing
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Pitch
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Margin Release
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Left Margin/Auto Carrier Return*
1 1 Right Margin/Tab Clear*
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Tab Set/Decimal Tab Set*
13 Repeat/Expand*
Tab/Paragraph Indent*
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15 Caps Lock
16 Shift
17 [CODE]
18 Space Bar
19 Keyboard Standard*
20 Keyboard International*
21 Keyboard Symbol*
22 Light Impact*
Medium Impact*
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24 Heavy Impact*
Key functions or indicators shown with an asterisk are sele^cted while pressing the [CODE] key
Correction/Manual Correction*
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26 Word Out/Line Out*
Backspace/Micro Backspace*
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28 Relocate/Express backspace*
Return/Paragraph Indent Clear*
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Paper Insert/Start Set*
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31 Reverse Index/Micro Reverse Index*
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Index/Micro Index*
33 Store/Print*
34 End/Format*
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