User’s Manual
The Printronix P5000 series of Line Matrix Printers
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User’s Manual
The Printronix P5000 series of Line Matrix Printers
P5005B, P5205B, P5010, P5210 , P5215,
P5220, P5224
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Data Stream and IPDS are trademarks of International Business Machines
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P5005B, P5205B, P5010, P5210, P5215, SureStak, and RibbonMinder are
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Table of Contents
1 Introduction............................................. 11
Printer Overview ..................................................................11
The Printer Family.........................................................11
Conventions In This Manual..........................................14
Warnings And Special Information................................14
Related Documents.......................................................15
Graphics Enhancements...............................................16
Taking Care Of Your Printer..........................................16
Protocols And Emulations.............................................17
2 Setting Up The Printer ............................ 19
Before You Begin ................................................................19
Power Requirements ...........................................................19
Select A Site ........................................................................20
Printer Dimensions ..............................................................21
Printer Component Locations ..............................................24
Remove Packing Materials..................................................25
Adjust The Paper Supports ...........................................30
Release The Paper Chains (Cabinet Models)...............31
Remove Tags................................................................32
Attach The Output Basket (Pedestal Models) ...............34
Remove The Shipping Restraints From
The SureStak Power Paper Stacker .............................34
Connect The Interface And Power Cables ..........................37
Cabinet Models .............................................................37
Pedestal Models............................................................40
Interface Connections ...................................................41
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Install Basic Components ....................................................43
Attach The Control Panel Overlays...............................43
Load The Ribbon ..........................................................44
Load The Paper ............................................................47
Install Optional Components ...............................................52
SureStak Power Paper Stacker ....................................52
Quick Access Cover (Pedestal Models)........................58
Set The Top-Of-Form ..........................................................59
Procedure .....................................................................59
3 Operating The Printer ............................. 63
Powering On The Printer .....................................................63
Operating Modes .................................................................63
The Control Panel................................................................64
Control Panel Keys .......................................................65
Operational Procedures.......................................................70
Reloading Paper ...........................................................70
Unloading Paper ...........................................................81
Replacing The Ribbon ..................................................84
Canceling A Print Job ...................................................87
4 The Configuration Menus........................89
Configuration Overview .......................................................89
Changing And Saving Parameter Settings....................90
Default And Custom Configurations..............................90
Navigating The Menus ..................................................91
Changing Parameters Example ....................................92
Saving Your New Configuration....................................94
Optimizing Print Quality.................................................97
Optimizing Print Speed .................................................98
Main Menu...........................................................................99
CONFIG. CONTROL .........................................................101
ACTIVE IGP EMUL ...........................................................104
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IGP/PGL Emulation ...........................................................105
Features ......................................................................105
Configuring The Emulation With The Control Panel ...107
IGP/PGL Submenu .....................................................108
IGP/VGL Emulation ...........................................................122
Features ......................................................................122
Configuring The Emulation With The Control Panel ...123
IGP/VGL Submenu .....................................................124
EMULATION......................................................................138
Coax/Twinax (CTHI) Emulation .........................................139
Standard......................................................................139
Simple Prot Conv ........................................................140
Coax Emulation...........................................................141
Twinax Emulation........................................................152
3270 Params...............................................................159
5250 Params...............................................................168
SPC Coax Params ......................................................174
SPC Twx Params........................................................178
LinePrinter Plus Emulation ................................................181
P-Series Emulation .....................................................190
P-Series XQ Emulation ...............................................196
Serial Matrix Emulation ...............................................200
Proprinter XL Emulation ..............................................204
Epson FX Emulation ...................................................208
ANSI Emulation .................................................................212
IPDS Emulation .................................................................221
MAINT / MISC ...................................................................227
HOST INTERFACE ...........................................................236
Auto Switching Submenu............................................237
Centronics (Parallel) Submenu ...................................239
Dataproducts (Standard & Long Lines) Submenu ......243
Serial Submenu...........................................................246
IEEE 1284 Parallel (Bidirectional) Submenu...............254
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E-Net Adapter Submenu.............................................256
Ethernet Submenu ......................................................257
NETWORK SETUP MENU................................................258
ADAPTER ADDRESS.................................................258
ADAPTER PARAMS ...................................................260
ETHERNET ADDRESS ..............................................263
ETHERNET PARAMS.................................................264
PRINTER CONTROL ........................................................267
DIAGNOSTICS..................................................................271
RIBBONMINDER...............................................................275
5 Interfaces .............................................. 281
Overview............................................................................281
Dataproducts Parallel Interface .........................................282
Dataproducts Parallel Interface Signals ......................283
Centronics Parallel Interface .............................................284
Centronics Parallel Interface Signals ..........................285
IEEE 1284 Parallel Interface .............................................286
Compatibility Mode......................................................286
Nibble Mode ................................................................286
Byte Mode...................................................................286
Signals ........................................................................287
Terminating Resistor Configurations...........................290
RS-232 And RS-422 Serial Interfaces...............................292
RS-232........................................................................293
RS-422........................................................................294
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6 Troubleshooting.................................... 297
Cleaning Requirements .....................................................297
Exterior Cleaning.........................................................297
Interior Cleaning..........................................................298
Diagnosing Problems ........................................................300
Bar Code Verification ..................................................300
Printing A Hex Dump...................................................301
Fault Messages...........................................................302
A Printer Specifications............................ 321
Ribbon Specifications ........................................................321
Paper Specifications ..........................................................322
Printer Dimensions ............................................................324
Environmental Characteristics...........................................324
Electrical Characteristics ...................................................326
Interfaces...........................................................................328
Printing Rates ....................................................................328
B Demand Printing................................... 329
Overview............................................................................329
Simple Tear .......................................................................329
Form Saver Mode..............................................................332
C ASCII Character Set............................. 335
D Communication Notices ....................... 337
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Statement ..........................................................................337
Canadian Department of Communications Compliance
Statement....................................................................338
European Community (EC) Conformity Statement .....338
German Conformity Statement ...................................338
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1 Introduction
Printer Overview
This chapter provides a general overview of your printer and the
conventions used within this manual.
The Printer Family
The Printronix® P5000 series consists of 500, 1000, 1500, 2000,
and 2400 lines per minute (lpm) models and are packaged in
various configurations. All of the models offer software versatility
and the latest refinements in line matrix printing technology. The
print mechanisms are housed in sound-insulated cabinets which
make the printer family among the quietest printers in the world.
Additionally, your printer has a flexible architecture that allows you
to add new features and emulations as they become available.
LinePrinter Plus
®
is the standard emulation. LinePrinter Plus
includes the Epson
®
FX-1050, Printronix P-Series, P-Series XQ,
Serial Matrix and Proprinter
®
III XL emulations. Coax/Twinax,
IPDS
TM
, ANSI® and the IGP®/PGL® and IGP/VGL graphics
enhancement emulations are available as optional upgrades. No
matter what emulation is installed, your printer is easy to use. The
message display and lights on the control panel communicate with
you directly and clearly. You can select every function on your
printer at the control panel, or you can send commands from the
host computer.
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The printer combines the use of Flash, RAM, and nonvolatile RAM
for program execution. The Flash is used for all program, font, and
emulation storage. New fonts, emulations, or program updates can
be downloaded to Flash memory via the parallel or serial interface,
or through the PrintNet
®
interface. The RAM is used for buffers,
print image storage, and execution variables. The non-volatile RAM
stores configuration, statistics, and internal parameters.
The printer model numbers indicate printing speed and physical
configuration.
• Model numbers beginning with P50 indicate pedestal models.
Model numbers beginning with P52 indicate cabinet models.
The final two digits in the model number refer to the printer’s
maximum speed in lines per minute (lpm): 05 for 500 lpm, 10
for 1000 lpm, 15 for 1500 lpm, and 20 for 2000 lpm, 24 for
2400 lpm.
• The P5
X
05B-12 models are 500 lpm models with 12 MIL
(0.012 inch) tips on the print hammers instead of the normal 16
MIL (0.016 inch). This allows the printing of higher resolution
graphics and barcodes.
• The P52
XX
-SS models have the SureStakTM Power Stacker
option installed.
• The P50
XX
-QA models are pedestal models with the
QuickAccess Cover installed.
The Printer Family
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Refer to the following table for a complete listing of model numbers
and options.
Table 1. The P5000 Series Printers
Model
Number
Print
Speed
Pedestal Cabinet
Hammer
Bank
Quick
Access
Power
Stacker
P5005B 500 lpm
Standard
P5005B-12 500 lpm
12 MIL tips
P5005B-QA 500 lpm
Standard
P5005B-12-QA 500 lpm
12 MIL tips
P5205B 500 lpm
Standard
P5205B-12 500 lpm
12 MIL tips
P5010 1000 lpm
Standard
P5010-QA 1000 lpm
Standard
P5015 1500 lpm
Standard
P5210 1000 lpm
Standard
P5210-SS 1000 lpm
Standard
P5215 1500 lpm
Standard
P5215-SS 1500 lpm
Standard
P5220s 2000 lpm
Standard Available
as Option
P5224 2400 lpm
Standard Available
as Option
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Conventions In This Manual
All uppercase print indicates control panel keys.
Example: Press the CLEAR key, then press the ON LINE key.
Quotation marks (“ ”) indicate messages on the Liquid Crystal
Display (LCD).
Example: Press the ON LINE key. “OFFLINE” appears on the
LCD.
The + (plus) symbol represents key combinations.
Example: “Press
= + >” means press the = (UP) key and the
> (DOWN) key at the same time.
Warnings And Special Information
Read and comply with all information highlighted under special
headings:
WARNING
A warning notice calls attention to a condition that could harm
you.
WARNUNG
Ein Warhinweis dieser Art weist auf Verletzungsgefahr hin.
AVISO
Las notas de adviso llaman la atención sobre una condición
que puede causar lesiones.
ATTENTION
Attire votre attention sur une opération pouvant présenter un
danger.
AVVERTENZA
Un’indicazione di avvertenza segnala una condizione di
pericolo suscttibile causare lesioni all’operatore.
CAUTION
A caution notice calls attention to a condition that could
damage the printer.
Related Documents
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Related Documents
•
Maintenance Manual —
Explains how to maintain and repair
the line matrix printer at the field service level of maintenance.
•
Coax/Twinax Programmer's Reference Manual —
Covers the
host control codes and character sets for the Coax and Twinax
emulations.
•
Coax/Twinax Programmer's Reference Manual for the Simple
Protocol Converter Option —
Covers the host control codes
and character sets for the Coax and Twinax Simple Protocol
Converter emulations.
•
LinePrinter Plus Programmer's Reference Manual —
Covers
the host control codes for the LinePrinter Plus emulation.
•
IGP/PGL Programmer's Reference Manual —
Provides
information used with the optional IGP Printronix emulation
enhancement feature.
•
IGP/VGL Programmer's Reference Manual —
Provides
information used with the optional Code V
TM
emulation
enhancement feature.
•
ANSI Programmer's Reference Manual —
Provides host
control codes and character sets for the ANSI emulation.
•
IPDS Twinax Emulation Programmer's Reference Manual —
Provides an overview of Intelligent Printer Data Stream
TM
(IPDS) features, commands, and diagnostics.
•
Character Sets Reference Manual —
Information about and
examples of the character sets available in line matrix printers.
•
Network Interface Card User's Manual —
Information about
network protocols, configuration, and operation.
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Graphics Enhancements
The IGP/PGL and IGP/VGL emulations allow you to create and
store forms, generate logos, bar codes, expanded characters, and
create other graphics. Alphanumeric and bar code data are added
as the form is printed.
These emulations are available as factory-installed or field-installed
options. For more information, contact your authorized service
representative.
Taking Care Of Your Printer
Your printer will produce high print quality jobs if it is well taken care
of. Periodic cleaning, handling the printer properly, and using the
correct printer supplies such as paper and ribbons ensures
optimum performance. Chapter 6 explains how to clean the printer,
and printer supplies are listed in Appendix A.
Whenever it is necessary to service the printer, remember these
important maintenance concepts:
• Use only the ribbons specified in Appendix A. Use of incorrect
ribbons can lead to ink migration problems, degraded print
quality, and expensive damage to the printer.
• Incorrect closure of the forms thickness lever can lead to
smearing, degraded print quality, paper jams, and damage to
the platen and shuttle assembly. Never close the forms
thickness lever too tightly.
Protocols And Emulations
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Protocols And Emulations
A
protocol
is a set of rules governing the exchange of information
between the printer and its host computer. These rules consist of
codes that manipulate and print data and allow for machine-tomachine communication. A printer and its host computer must use
the same protocol. As used in this manual, protocol and emulation
mean the same thing.
Most impact printers use single ASCII character codes to print text,
numbers, and punctuation marks. Some characters, both singly
and in groups of two or more, are defined as control codes. Control
codes instruct the printer to perform specific functions, such as
underlining text, printing subscripts, setting page margins, etc. The
main difference between most printer protocols is in the characters
used to create control codes and the ways in which these
characters are formatted.
When the printer executes the character and control codes of a
particular printer protocol, it is “emulating” that printer. If the printer
uses the Proprinter XL protocol, for example, it is emulating an
IBM
®
Proprinter XL printer. If the printer is using the Epson FX
printer protocol, for example, it is in Epson FX emulation mode.
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2 Setting Up The Printer
Before You Begin
Read this chapter carefully before installing and operating the
printer. The printer is easy to install. However, for your safety and to
protect valuable equipment, perform all the procedures in this
chapter in the order presented.
Power Requirements
The printer must be connected to a power outlet that supplies 88 to
135 Volts AC or 178 to 271 Volts AC at 50 to 60 Hz. The printer
automatically senses and adjusts itself to conform to the correct
voltage range.
Primary circuit protection is provided by the power switch, which is
also a circuit breaker. Consult an electrician if printer operation
affects local electrical lines. See “Electrical Characteristics” on
page 326 for additional power specifications.
IMPORTANT
Printer power should be supplied from a separate AC circuit
protected at 10 amperes for 100 - 120 volts or 5 amperes for
200 - 240 volts at 50 or 60 Hertz.
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Select A Site
Select a printer site that meets all of the following requirements:
• Permits complete opening of the printer cover and doors.
• For cabinet models, allows at least three feet of clearance
behind the printer. (This permits air to circulate freely around
the printer and provides access to the paper stacking area.)
• Has a standard power outlet that supplies 88-135 Volts AC or
178-270 Volts AC power, at 47 to 63 Hz.
• Is relatively dust-free.
• Has a temperature range of 10° C to 40° C (50° F to 104° F)
and a relative humidity from 15% to 90% non-condensing.
• Is located within the maximum allowable cable length to the
host computer. This distance depends on the type of interface
you plan to use, as shown in Table 2.
Table 2. Maximum Interface Connection Cable Length
Interface Type Maximum Cable Length
Centronics Parallel 5 meters (15 feet)
Dataproducts Parallel 12 meters (40 feet)
IEEE 1284 Parallel 10 meters (32 feet)
Serial RS-232 15 meters (50 feet)
Serial RS-422 1220 meters (4000 feet)
Dataproducts Long Line 150 meters (492 feet)
Coax 1500 meters (4920 feet)
Twinax 1500 meters (4920 feet)
Twinax (shielded cable) 1500 meters (4920 feet)
Twisted Pair / Type 3 300 meters (985 feet)
Ethernet 10/100Base-T 100 meters (328 feet)
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Printer Dimensions
Figure 1. Printer Dimensions - Cabinet Model
Cabinet Rear Door
Printer Cover
27.0 in
(68.84 cm)
83.0 in
(210.8 cm)
29.0 in
(73.7 cm)
27.0 in
(68.6 cm)
27.0 in
(68.6 cm)
41.0 in
(104 cm)
57.5 in
(146.1 cm)
Printer Dimensions
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Figure 2. Printer Dimensions - Cabinet Model with Paper Stacker
27.0 in
(68.6 cm)
83.0 in
(210.8 cm)
32.5 in
(82.6 cm)
27.0 in
(68.6 cm)
27.0 in
(68.6 cm)
32.0 in
(81.3 cm)
42.5 in
(107.8 cm)
59.0 in
(149.9 cm)
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Figure 3. Printer Dimensions - Pedestal Model
25 in.
(63.5 cm)
10.5 in.
(26.67 cm.)
48.0 in.
(122 cm)
30 in.
(76.2 cm.)
24.6 in.
(62.48 cm)
Printer Dimensions
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Printer Component Locations
Familiarize yourself with the names and locations of the printer
components, shown in Figure 4 before continuing with the rest of
the installation procedures.
Figure 4. Printer Component Locations
Ribbon Spool
Hub Latch
Tractor Lock
Splined Shaft
Paper
Support
Tractor
Vertical
Position Knob
Forms
Thickness
Lever
Ribbon
Guide
Ribbon Path
Loading Diagram
Hammer Bank
Cover and
Ribbon Mask
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Remove Packing Materials
CAUTION
To avoid shipping damage, reinstall the shipping restraints
whenever you move or ship the printer.
Save the cardboard packing, foam blocks, and bubble wrap along
with the other packing materials in case you need to move the
printer. If it is necessary to move the printer, reinstall the shipping
restraints, reversing the steps in this section.
Figure 5. Removing the Protective Film
1. Raise the printer cover.
2. Peel the tape off carefully and lift the protective film off the
control panel message display.
Protective Film
Control Panel
Message Display
Remove Packing Materials
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Figure 6. Removing the Sample Configuration Printout - P5000 Series Models
3. Remove the cardboard packing.
4. Open the tractor doors.
5. Push the tractor locks down.
6. Slide the tractors outward as far as they will go.
7. Raise the forms thickness lever to the fully open position.
8. Remove the envelope containing the sample configuration
printout.
9. Store the envelope in the pouch attached to the left interior side
of the cabinet.
Envelope
Cardboard
Packing (2)
Forms
Thickness Lever
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Figure 7. Removing the Hammer Bank Protective Foam - P5000 Series Models
P5000 Series Models:
10. Slide the paper supports outward as far as they will go.
11. Lift the hammer bank protective foam.
12. Remove the hammer bank protective foam between the ribbon
mask and the platen.
Hammer Bank
Protective Foam
Paper Supports (2)
Remove Packing Materials
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Figure 8. Removing the Hammer Bank Protective Foam - P5224 Model
P5224 Model:
13. Cut the tie wrap and remove it from the side plate.
14. Lift the hammer bank protective foam and remove it from
between the ribbon mask and the platen.
Hammer Bank
Protective Foam
Tie Wrap
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Figure 9. Removing the Platen Protective Foam - P5000 Series Models
15. Rotate the forms thickness lever downward to position “A.”
16. Rotate the platen protective foam toward the front of the printer
and out from under the support shaft.
NOTE: The P5224 printer models do not have a platen protective
foam.
Platen
Protective Foam
Forms Thickness
Lever
Remove Packing Materials
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Figure 10. Removing the Six Wood Blocks
17. Remove the six wood blocks.
NOTE: Make sure the tape securing the wood blocks is removed
entirely.
Adjust The Paper Supports
Figure 11. Adjusting Paper Supports - P5000 Series Models
Slide the paper supports inward until they are approximately four
inches from the tractor doors.
Wood Blocks (6)
Paper Supports (2)
Tractor Doors (2)
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