Fujitsu DL3750+/3850+, DL3850+, DL3750+ User Manual

FUJITSU DL3750+/3850+

DOT MATRIX PRINTER

USER'S MANUAL

IMPORTANT NOTE TO USERS

READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT. INCORRECT USE OF
THE PRODUCT MAY RESULT IN INJURY OR DAMAGE TO USERS, BYSTANDERS OR PROPERTY.
While FUJITSU ISOTEC has sought to ensure the accuracy of all information in this manual, FUJITSU ISOTEC
assumes no liability to any party for any damage caused by any error or omission contained in this manual, its
updates or supplements, whether such errors or omissions result from negligence, accident, or any other cause. In
addition, FUJITSU ISOTEC assumes no liability with respect to the application or use of any product or system
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FUJITSU ISOTEC reserves the right to make changes to any products described herein without further notice and
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Using This Product in High-risk Situations

This product is designed and manufactured for use in standard applications such as office work, personal devices,
household appliances, and general industrial use. This product is not intended for special uses (nuclear-reactor
control in atomic energy facilities, aeronautic and space systems, air traffic control, operation control in mass
transit systems, medical devices for life support, or missile firing controls in weapons facilities) where particu­larly high reliability requirements exist, where the pertinent levels of safety are not guaranteed, or where a failure
or operational error could threaten a life or cause a physical injury (hereafter referred to as "high-risk" use).
Customers considering the use of this product for high-risk applications must have safety-assurance measures in
place beforehand. Moreover, they are requested to consult our sales representative before embarking on such
specialized use.

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Federal Communications Commission

Radio Frequency Interference Statement

for United States Users

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15B of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measure:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC warning: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.

NOTES

1. Testing of this equipment was performed on model number M33331A or
M33333A.

2. The use of a nonshielded interface cable with the referenced device is
prohibited. The length of the parallel interface cable must be 3 meters (10
feet) or less. The length of the optional serial interface cable must be 15
meters (50 feet) or less. The length of the LAN cable must be 100 meters
(330feet) or less.

3. The length of the power cord must be 2 meters (6.6 feet) or less.

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Notice for Canadian Users

This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du
Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

Notice for German Users

Bescheinigung des Herstellers/Importeurs

Hiermit wird bescheinigt, daß der/die/das

• M33330B

• M33331B

• M33332B

• M33333B

in Übereinstimmung mit den Bestimmungen der

• EN 45014 (CE)

funk-entstört ist.
Der Deutschen Bundesport wurde das inverkehrbringen dieses Gerätes
angezeigt und die Berechtigung zur Überprüfung der Serie auf Einhaltung der
Bestimmungen eingeräumt.

• Maschinenlärminformations-Verordnung-3. GPSGV, 06.01.2004:
Der höchste Schalldruckpegel beträgt 70 dB (A) oder weniger gemäß
EN ISO7779

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Energy Saving

As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, FUJITSU ISOTEC LIMITED has deter­mined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR®

guidelines for energy

efficiency.

The International ENERGY STAR® Office Equipment Program is an
international program that promotes energy saving through the use of
computers and other office equipments. The program backs the development
and dissemination of products with functions that effectively reduce energy
consumption. It is an open system in which business proprietors can
participate voluntarily. The targeted products are office equipment such as
computers, displays, printers, facsimiles, and copiers. Their standards and
logos are uniform among participating nations.

CE Declaration

This product sold in Europe conforms to the standard in accordance with EC
Directives.

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The contents of this manual may be revised without prior notice and without
obligation to incorporate changes and improvements into units already
shipped.

Every effort has been made to ensure that the information included here is
complete and accurate at the time of publication; however, Fujitsu Isotec
Limited cannot be held responsible for errors and omissions.

Printer model specifications differ with the print column (80 or 136) and the
power supply input voltage (100-120 or 220-240 VAC).

C147-E047-01EN July 2004

Copyright © 2004 FUJITSU ISOTEC LIMITED

Printed in Japan. All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be
reproduced or translated, stored in a database or retrieval system, or
transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical,
photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of
Fujitsu Isotec Limited.

FUJITSU is a registered trademark and Fujitsu Creative Faces is a trademark
of Fujitsu Limited. Centronics is a trademark of Centronics Data Computer
Coporation. IBM PC and IBM Proprinter XL24E are trademarks of
International Business Machines Corporation. ESC/P2 is a trademark of
Seiko Epson Corporation. Microsoft is a registered trademark and MS-DOS
and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Nimbus Sans is a
registered trademark of URW Unternehmensberatung Karow Rubow Weber
GmbH, Hamburg.

Other product names mentioned in this manual may also be trademarks of
their respective companies.

TRADEMARK
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

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ABOUT THIS MANUAL

Thank you for buying the Fujitsu DL3750+/3850+ dot matrix printer. You
can expect years of reliable service with very little maintenance. This manual
explains how to use your printer to full advantage. It is written for both new
and experienced printer users.
This manual describes how to install, set up, and use your printer and printer
options. It also explains how to keep the printer in good working condition
and what to do should something go wrong. Detailed procedures are provided
for first-time users. Experienced users can skip some of the details, using the
table of contents and chapter introductions to locate information.

This manual has several appendixes, a glossary, and an index. Appendix A
lists supplies and additional documentation and information available from
your dealer or authorized Fujitsu representative. Fujitsu offices are listed at
the end of the manual.

This manual covers model DL3750+, an 80-column printer and model
DL3850+, a 136-column printer. Each model has a 100-120 VAC or 220-240
VAC power supply. A serial interface is a factory option. A LAN card, a user
add-on option, can be installed only on printer models with the Centronics
parallel+USB interfaces. You must specify these when purchasing the printer.

DL3750+/3850+

Basic specifications

Print line at 10 cpi: 80 columns (DL3750+)

136 columns (DL3850+)

Interface: Centronics parallel

Centronics parallel + RS-232C
Centronics parallel + USB + LAN (LAN:use option)

Alternative specification

Power supply: 100–120 VAC or 220–240 VAC

Factory option

RS-232C serial interface (for Centronics parallel model only.
It must be installed by a field engineer.)

User add-on option

LAN card

cpi: characters per inch

PRINTER MODELS AND
OPTIONS

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ORGANIZATION This manual is organized as follows:

Quick Reference summarizes everyday printer operations. After you become
familiar with the printer, use this section as a memory aid.

Chapter 1, Introduction, introduces the printer and identifies key features
and options that enhance the printer’s capabilities.

Chapter 2, Setting Up, gives step-by-step procedures for setting up the
printer for immediate use and identifies the main parts of the printer. If this is
your first printer, you should read the entire chapter before attempting to use
the printer.

Chapter 3, Paper Handling, explains how to load and use paper with your
printer.

Chapter 4, Printing, covers basic printing operations. This chapter describes
everyday operations from the printer’s control panel, such as loading paper
and selecting print features, in detail. After you become more familiar with
the printer, use Quick Reference at the beginning of the manual to refresh
your memory as needed.

Chapter 5, Using Setup Mode, describes how to change the printer’s optional
settings, such as print features, hardware options, and top-of-form. Most
settings only affect print features such as the typestyle and page format. Note
that certain settings directly affect hardware and software compatibility. Refer
to this chapter as indicated in Chapter 2 or as required.

Chapter 6, Maintenance, explains basic maintenance procedures for this
printer.

Chapter 7, Trouble-Shooting, describes problem-solving techniques. Before
you contact your dealer for help, check the list of problems and solutions
provided in this chapter.

Chapter 8, Installing Options, describes the options available for the printer
and explains how to install them.

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At the end of this manual, you will find several appendixes, a glossary, and an
index. Appendix A gives order numbers for printer supplies, options, and
publications. Other appendixes provide additional technical information about
the printer.

Special information, such as warnings, cautions, and notes, are indicated as
follows:

WARNING

A WARNING indicates that personal injury may result if you do not follow a
procedure correctly.

CAUTION

A CAUTION indicates that damage to the printer may result if you do not
follow a procedure correctly.

NOTE
A NOTE provides “how-to” tips or suggestions to help you perform a
procedure correctly. NOTEs are particularly useful for first-time users.

For Experienced Users:

If you are familiar with this printer or with dot matrix printers in general, this
information will help you use the manual effectively.

CONVENTIONS

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Quick Reference................................................ QR-1

CHAPTER1 INTRODUCTION

Features ..................................................................... 1–1

Options ....................................................................... 1–2

CHAPTER2 SETTING UP

Selecting a Good Location .......................................... 2–1

Unpacking the Printer ................................................. 2–3

Checking Options and Supplies ............................. 2–5

Assembling the Printer................................................2–6

Installing the Cut Sheet Stand ................................ 2–6

Installing the Ribbon Cartridge............................... 2–7

Getting Acquainted With Your Printer ........................ 2–10

Connecting the Power Cord ...................................... 2–11

Testing the Printer (Offline) ....................................... 2–13

Loading Paper for the Self-Test ........................... 2–13

Printing the Self-Test............................................ 2–14

Connecting the Printer to Your Computer.................. 2–19

Selecting a Parallel Interface Cable ..................... 2–19

Selecting a Serial Interface Cable........................ 2–19

Selecting a USB Cable ........................................ 2–20

Selecting a LAN cable.......................................... 2–20

Connecting the Interface Cable............................ 2–20

Selecting an Emulation ............................................. 2–23

Printing a Sample Page (Online)............................... 2–26

Installing the Printer Driver........................................ 2–29

CHAPTER3 PAPER HANDLING

Selecting Paper........................................................... 3–1

Overview of Paper Operations .................................... 3–2

Adjusting for Paper Thickness .................................... 3–4

Using Single Sheets.................................................... 3–5

Loading a Single Sheet of Paper............................ 3–5

Adjusting the left margin ........................................ 3–6

Ejecting Single Sheets ........................................... 3–8

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USING CONTINUOUS FORMS ................................. 3–8

Positioning the Paper St ack ................................... 3–9

Loading Continuous Forms.................................. 3–10

Adjusting the left margin ...................................... 3–11

Adjusting the TEAR OFF position ........................ 3–13

Unloading Continuous Forms .............................. 3–14

Installing the T ractor Unit ..................................... 3–14

Tearing Off Continuous Forms ............................. 3–15

Feeding and positioning paper .................................. 3–16

Line Feed/Form Feed .......................................... 3–16

Micro Feed........................................................... 3–16

Load Position Adjust ............................................ 3–16

Switching Paper T ypes.............................................. 3–17

Switching to Single Sheets................................... 3–17

Tips on Paper Handling............................................. 3–18

Switching to Continuous Forms ........................... 3–18

General Tip s ........................................................ 3–18

Multipart Forms.................................................... 3–18

Envelopes ............................................................ 3–19

Labels .................................................................. 3–19

CHAPTER4 PRINTING

Selecting Print Features.............................................. 4–1

Using Commercial Software ....................................... 4–2

Using the Control Panel ......................................... 4–2

Selecting MENU1 or MENU2 ................................. 4–3

St arting or S topping Printing........................................ 4–5

St arting Printing...................................................... 4–5

Stopping Printing.................................................... 4–5

Resuming from a Paper-Out.................................. 4–5

Printing the remaining lines on a page ................... 4–6

Continuing printing after supplying paper ............... 4–6

Resuming after an Area Over warning ................... 4–7

Removing Printed Pages ............................................ 4–8

Removing Single Sheets............................................. 4–8

Removing Continuous Forms ................................ 4–8

Clearing the Print Buffer.............................................. 4–8

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CHAPTER5 USING SETUP MODE

How to Use This Chapter............................................ 5–1

Entering Setup Mode .................................................. 5–2

Overview of Setup Mode............................................. 5–4

Setup Mode Example............................................. 5–6

Points to Remember .............................................. 5–9

Printing a List of Selected Options ............................ 5–10

Deciding Which Options to Change .......................... 5–12

Changing MENU1 and MENU2 Options ................... 5–14

Procedure ............................................................ 5–27

Resetting MENU1 and MENU2............................ 5–28

Changing Hardware Options..................................... 5–29

Procedure ............................................................ 5–34

Changing Print Position Adjustment Options............. 5–35

Procedure ............................................................ 5–39

Changing Configuration Options ............................... 5–40

Procedure ............................................................ 5–47

Exiting and Saving .................................................... 5–48

Procedure ............................................................ 5–48

Resetting Defaults..................................................... 5–49

Resetting Power-On Defaults............................... 5–49

Resetting Factory Defaults................................... 5–49

Resetting Factory Defaults in

MENU1 and MENU2...

5–49

Using the Diagnostic Functions................................. 5–50

Printing the Self-Test............................................ 5–51

Procedure ............................................................ 5–51

Printing Hex Dumps............................................. 5–52

Procedure ............................................................ 5–53

Checking Vertical Print Alignment (V-ALMNT) ..... 5–55

Procedure ............................................................ 5–55

Setup Mode Reference ............................................. 5–57

DPL24C Plus Organization .................................. 5–58

Differences in IBM Proprinter XL24E Emulation... 5–60

Differences in Epson ESC/P2 Emulation ............. 5–61

Online Setup Mode ................................................... 5–62

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CHAPTER6 MAINTENANCE

Cleaning...................................................................... 6–1

Cleaning and V acuuming the Printer...................... 6–1

Cleaning the Platen and Exit Rollers...................... 6–3

Replacing the Ribbon.................................................. 6–3

Replacing the Print Head ....................................... 6–7

CHAPTER7 TROUBLE-SHOOTING

Solving Problems ........................................................ 7–1

Print Quality Problems ........................................... 7–1

Paper Handling Problems ...................................... 7–4

Tips for Clearing a Jammed Sheet from the Printer .........

7–6

Operating Problems............................................... 7–7

Printer Failures ...................................................... 7–9

Diagnostic Functions................................................. 7–10

Getting Help.............................................................. 7–10

CHAPTER8 INSTALLING OPTIONS ....................................................... 8-1

APPENDIX A SUPPLIES AND OPTIONS

Supplies ......................................................................A–1

Option .........................................................................A–1

APPENDIX B PRINTER AND PAPER SPECIFICATIONS

Physical Specifications................................................B–1

Functional Specifications ............................................B–2

Performance Specifications ........................................B–4

Paper Specifications ...................................................B–6

Print Area...............................................................B–6

Paper Thickness ....................................................B–8

APPENDIX C COMMAND SETS

Fujitsu DPL24C PLUS ............................................... C–2

Factory Default Settings...................................... C–15

IBM Proprinter XL24E Emulation ............................. C–18

Epson ESC/P2 Emulation ........................................ C–23

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APPENDIX D INTERFACE INFORMATION

Parallel Interface ........................................................ D–1

Compatible Mode.................................................. D–2

Nibble Mode.......................................................... D–4

Data Transmission T iming .................................... D–6

Serial Interface........................................................... D–7

Serial Options ....................................................... D–8

Cable Wiring ......................................................... D–8

Serial Protocols................................................... D–10

USB Interface ...........................................................D–11

Specification........................................................D–11

LAN Interface........................................................... D–12

APPENDIX E COMMAND SETS

Character Sets 1and 2

(DPL24C PLUS and IBM XL24E Emulation) ............E–1

Italic and Graphics Character Sets

(ESC/P2 Emulation).................................................E–2

National Character Sets

(All Emulations).......................................................E–4

National Character Sets

(DPL24C PLUS and IBM XL24E Emulation) .........E–15

National Character Sets

(ESC/P2 Emulation)..............................................E–16

National Character Sets and Supported Resident Fonts

(All Emulations)....................................................E–20

APPENDIX F RESIDENT FONT .............................................................. F-1

GLOSSARY OF TERMS ....................................................................... GL-1

INDEX .................................................................................................... IN-1

QUICK REFERENCE

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QUICK REFERENCE

Quick Reference is written for experienced users —
users who are familiar with how the printer works,
but who may need to refresh their memory
occasionally. Only the printer’s normal (non-setup)
mode is covered. For details on setup mode, see Chapter 5.

Normal mode operation includes everyday operations, such as paper handling
and font selection. The printer comes up in normal mode when turned on. To
enter setup mode, press the TEAR OFF and ONLINE buttons at the same time
while the ONLINE indicator is off (not lit).

Control panel

The table on the next page lists normal mode operations with online
and offline conditions and gives the required user response.
Operations are listed alphabetically.

Q

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Printer Operations (Normal Mode)

√ : Operation can be performed when the printer is in this state.
— : Operation cannot be performed when the printer is in this state.
N/A : Does not apply.

Operation

Clear print buffer
Eject single sheets
Enter normal mode
Enter setup mode
Exit to normal mode
Form feed (forward)
Line feed (forward)
Load paper
Micro feed (backward)
Micro feed (forward)
Place printer offline
Place printer online
Reset power-on defaults
Resume printing after paper end
Save adjusted load positions
Select MENU1 or MENU2
Start/stop/resume printing

Self-test printing

Tear off forms
(Continuous forms only)

Unload paper to park position
(Continuous forms only)

Required Response

Press MENU and TEAR OFF.
Press LF/FF.
Turn printer on. (Press | on the power switch.)
Press TEAR OFF and ONLINE.
Press ONLINE, then press TEAR OFF or MENU.
Press and hold LF/FF until the operation starts.
Press LF/FF within three seconds.
Press LOAD.
Press ONLINE and LOAD.
Press ONLINE and LF/FF.
Press ONLINE.
Press ONLINE.
Turn printer off, then on.
Press ONLINE.
Press ONLINE and MENU.
Press MENU.
Start: Send print command.

Stop/resume: Press ONLINE.
Start: Turn printer off. Press LF/FF while

turning printer on.
Pause/resume: Press TEAR OFF .
Exit: Press ONLINE.

Press TEAR OFF. Tear off forms, then

press any button to retract forms.
Press LOAD.

Online

—

√

N/A

—
—

√
√
√

—
—

√

—

√

—
—
—

√

√

√

√

Offline

√
√

N/A

√
√
√
√
√
√
√

—

√
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√
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INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on purchasing this printer. This
printer is a compact, versatile printer that offers
maximum compatibility with today’s software
packages and personal computers.
The 24-wire print head provides crisp, clear printing for business, office, and
home environments. This printer is also easy to install and use.

Dot matrix printer

Key printer features and options are listed in the next two sections.

• Software compatibility. This printer, which operates primarily

with the Fujitsu DPL24C PLUS command set, is compatible with the IBM
Proprinter XL24E command set and the Epson ESC/P2 command set.

• Various character sets. As basic character sets, IBM PC character sets 1

and 2 are available for the Fujitsu DPL24C PLUS command set and the
IBM Proprinter XL24E emulation, and the italic character set and graphics
character sets 1 and 2 are available for the Epson ESC/P2 emulation. As
national character sets, a total of 57 or 61 national character sets
(depending on the emulation), including IBM PS/2 character sets, are
available.

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• Multiple fonts. The printer has nineteen resident fonts: Ten bit-map

fonts -- Courier 10, Pica 10, Prestige Elite 12, Boldface PS, OCR-B 10,
OCR-A 10, Correspondence, Compressed, Draft, and High-speed Draft
and nine outline fonts -- Timeless, Nimbus Sans, and Courier, each in
upright, italic, and bold.

• High-speed printing. At 10 cpi, print speed ranges from 113 cps for

letter quality to 400 cps (80-column printer) or 448cps (136-column
printer) for high-speed draft quality.

• Large print buffer. 128K bytes are available in total for storing input

data and downloading fonts. A large input data buffer allows you to send
files to the printer and return quickly to work in your application. A large
download buffer allows you to use custom fonts.

• 80-column or 136-column print line. 80-column printers are the most

suitable for printing in landscape mode using letter- or A4- size paper.
136-column printers are the most suitable for printing in landscpe mode
using legal- or standard-size computer forms.

• Simple switching of paper types. The ability to "park" continuous forms

makes it easy to switch between continuous forms and single sheets.

• Auto tearoff. Continuous forms are fed automatically up to the tear-off

position at the end of each job.

• Maintenance-free. The printer only requires periodic cleaning and

changing of the ribbon cartridge.

A LAN card is available as a printer add-on option. A user installable
function, the LAN card can be installed only on printer models with the
Centronics parallel + USB interfaces.
For details, see Chapter 8.

OPTIONS

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SETTING UP

Your new printer is easy to install and set up.
This chapter tells you how to set up the printer
and start printing right away. If this is your first
printer, you should read the entire chapter before
attempting to use the printer.
In this chapter, you will learn how to:

• Unpack, assemble, and select a good location for the printer

• Identify the printer’s major parts

• Connect the power cord and the interface cable

• Test the printer before connecting it to your computer

• Select an emulation and print a sample page using your software

• Installing the printer driver

If you have a problem while setting up the printer, review the section Solving
Problems in Chapter 7. If the problem persists, contact your dealer.

This printer is suitable for most business, office, and home environments. To
obtain peak performance from the printer, select a location that meets the
following guidelines:

√ Place the printer on a sturdy, level surface.

√ Place the printer near a well-grounded AC power outlet.

√ Ensure easy access to the front and rear of the printer by leaving

several inches of space around the printer. Do not block the air vents
on the front, left, and right sides of the printer.

√ Do not place the printer in direct sunlight or near heaters.

√ Make sure that the room is well-ventilated and free from excessive

dust.

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√ Do not expose the printer to extremes of temperature and humidity.

√ Use only the power cord supplied with the printer or recommended by

your dealer. Do not use an extension cord.

√ Do not plug the printer into a power outlet that is shared with heavy

industrial equipment, such as motors, or appliances, such as copiers or
coffee makers. Such equipment often emits electrical noise or causes
power degradation.

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UNPACKING THE PRINTER Unpack the printer as follows:

1. Open the carton and remove the printer and its components. Make
sure that you have all of the items shown below. Note that the power
cord supplied depends on the printer model (100-120 or 220-240 VAC
power supply).

Ribbon cartridge

(Black)

Cut sheet stand

Printer

Power cord Setup disk

Checking items received

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2. Carefully examine each item for damage. Report any problems to your
dealer or shipping agent.

3. Place the printer where you plan to use it.

4. Remove the tapes securing the front cover, ejection cover, and back
cover. Open the front cover and remove the shipping restraint
cardboard that holds the print head carriage in place (shown below).

Removing the shipping restraint cardboard

Front cover

Cardboard

5. Store the original shipping carton and packaging materials for future
use. For example, the original packaging is ideal for use when you
move or ship your printer to another location.

NOTE
The interface cable is not included with the printer. You must purchase it
separately. Connection of the interface cable is described later in this
chapter.

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Checking Options and Supplies

The following options and supplies, if ordered, are shipped separately:

• LAN card (user installable option)

• Extra monochrome ribbon cartridge

The RS-232C serial interface is a factory option. It must be installed by a field
engineer. If you ordered a printer with the interface, the board is already
installed in the printer.

Make sure that you received all the options you ordered.

Once you are sure you have everything, you are ready to assemble the printer.

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ASSEMBLING THE PRINTER

This section explains how to install the cut sheet stand and ribbon cartridge.

Installing the Cut Sheet Stand

The cut sheet stand enables smooth feeding of both single sheets and continu­ous forms. Install the cut sheet stand as described below:

1. Referring to the following figure, locate the two grooved notches on
the top of the printer, behind the top cover. Note that each notch has a
front groove and a rear groove.

2. Locate the two mounting pins on each side of the cut sheet stand.

Installing the cut sheet stand

Cut sheet stand

Mounting pins

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3. Hold the cut sheet stand at an angle over the top of the printer. Slide
the mounting pins into the long, front grooves of the notches. This is
the cut sheet stand's up position, used for printing single sheets.

To rotate the cut sheet stand to its down position, grasp it at the sides
and lift it up until the two upper mounting pins clear the front notches.
Rotate the cut sheet stand backward to place the upper mounting pins
in the rear grooves.

Installing the Ribbon Cartridge

The printer uses a black ribbon cartridge. To install the ribbon cartridge:

1. Turn the printer off. Open the front cover of the printer. For easy
installation, slide the print head carriage so that it does not face a bail
roller.

2. The paper thickness lever, located on the right of the printer, has nine
positions. Before you install the ribbon cartridge, move this lever to D.

Preparing to install the ribbon

Paper thickness leve

r

Move to D.

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CAUTION
Do not turn the ribbon feed knob in counterclockwise direction.

4. Verify that the power to the printer is off.
(Make sure that the circle mark on the power switch is pressed.).

Installing the ribbon cartridge

5. Move the paper thickness lever to the D position.

6. Open the front cover.

Turn the knob
clockwise.

3. Using the procedure below, release the roller from the LOCK position
and turn the ribbon feed knob clockwise to take up any ribbon slack.
Push in the gray ribbon release tabs on the side of the ribbon cartridge
to release them, and slide the roller from the LOCK position to the
FREE position.

Ribbon feed knob

Preparing the ribbon cartridge

Roller

Release
tabs

SETTING UP

User's Manual 2-9

Quick

Reference

Introduction

Setting Up

P
aper

Handling

Printing

Setup Mode

7. Align the print head position with the dot mark (green) on the printer
ejection cover.

Dot mark (green)

WARNING
Avoid touching the print head while using or immediately after using the
printer, as doing so may lead to burns. Wait until the print head cools
down before touching it.

8. Thread the ribbon between the print head and the print guide, then
gently press down on the ribbon cartridge against the printer until it
clicks into place.
(Make sure that the ribbon feed knob is facing upward.)

Print guide

Print head

Ribbon

Print guide

Tip of print head

Ribbon cartridge

9. Turn the ribbon feed knob clockwise to take up any ribbon slack.

10. After the ribbon cartridge has been installed in the printer, adjust the

paper thickness lever to match the thickness of the paper and the
number of sheets of paper to be used
For information about the paper thickness lever, see the section
entitled Adjusting the Paper Thickness in Chapter 3.

SETTING UP

2-10 User's Manual

GETTING ACQUAINTED
WITH YOUR PRINTER

Now that your printer is assembled, take a moment to become familiar with its
major parts.

Looking at the printer from the front right side, you can see the parts of the
printer shown in the figure below.

Printer components (front and right)

The printer control panel has the buttons and indicators used to load and feed
paper (see Chapter 3) and select print features (see Chapter 4). The control
panel also allows you to change the printer’s optional settings (see Chapter 5).

Print head

Print guide

Front cover

Cut sheet
stand

Paper
thickness
lever

Platen knob

Platen

Power switch

Control panel

Acounstic
cover