Printronix P7000 User Manual

P7000 H-Series User’s Manual

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P7000 H-Series Line Matrix Printers

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Table of Contents

1 Introduction............................................................. 9

Printer Overview .......................................................................................9

The Printer Family .............................................................................. 9

Conventions In This Manual.............................................................10

Warnings And Special Information................................................... 11

Related Documents.......................................................................... 11

Taking Care Of Your Printer............................................................. 11

Protocols And Emulations ................................................................12

2 Setting Up The Printer .......................................... 13

Before You Begin.................................................................................... 13

Power Requirements ..............................................................................13

Select A Site ...........................................................................................13

Printer Dimensions .................................................................................14

Printer Component Locations ................................................................. 17

3 Operating The Printer ........................................... 19

Powering On The Printer ........................................................................19

Operating Modes ....................................................................................19

The Control Panel...................................................................................20

Control Panel Keys ..........................................................................20

Operational Procedures..........................................................................23

Reload Paper ................................................................................... 23

Unload Paper ................................................................................... 31

Integrated Print Management System .................................................... 34

Lighter Or Darker Print .....................................................................34

Changing Ribbons............................................................................35

Cancel A Print Job ...........................................................................38

Table of Contents

4 The Configuration Menus .....................................39

Configuration Overview ..........................................................................39

Changing And Saving Parameter Settings.......................................39

Saving Parameter Settings ..............................................................39

Default And Custom Configurations.................................................40

Navigating The Menus .....................................................................40

Changing Parameters Example ....................................................... 41

Auto Save Configuration ..................................................................44

Saving Your New Configuration .......................................................44

Optimizing Print Quality....................................................................49

Optimizing Print Speed ....................................................................49

Main Menu .............................................................................................. 50

QUICK SETUP ....................................................................................... 52

ZTP SETTINGS......................................................................................56

CONFIG. CONTROL ..............................................................................57

HOST INTERFACE ................................................................................ 59

Auto Switching Submenu .................................................................60

Centronics (Parallel) Submenu ........................................................ 62

Dataproducts Submenu ...................................................................64

Serial Submenu................................................................................ 67

IEEE 1284 Parallel (Bidirectional) Submenu.................................... 73

E-Net Adapter Submenu..................................................................74

Ethernet Submenu ........................................................................... 75

NETWORK SETUP MENU.....................................................................76

ADAPTER ADDRESS ......................................................................76

ADAPTER PARAMS ........................................................................77

ETHERNET ADDRESS ................................................................... 80

ETHERNET PARAMS...................................................................... 81

WLAN ADDRESS ............................................................................83

WLAN PARAMS............................................................................... 84

WLAN KERBEROS ..........................................................................88

WLAN LEAP..................................................................................... 90

EMULATION...........................................................................................91

Hanzi GB LP+ Emulation ................................................................. 91

Hanzi Big5 LP+ Emulation ...............................................................92

Kanji LP+ Emulation.........................................................................93

Hangul LP+ Emulation .....................................................................94

Page Format Submenu .................................................................... 98

PRINTER CONTROL .............................................................................99

ADVANCED USER...............................................................................101

DIAGNOSTICS ..................................................................................... 107

Printer MGMT .......................................................................................110

Table of Contents

5 Interfaces............................................................ 111

Overview...............................................................................................111

Centronics Parallel Interface................................................................. 112

Centronics Parallel Interface Signals ............................................. 113

IEEE 1284 Parallel Interface................................................................. 113

Compatibility Mode......................................................................... 113

Nibble Mode ...................................................................................114

Byte Mode ......................................................................................114

Signals ...........................................................................................114

Terminating Resistor Configurations..............................................117

RS-232 And RS-422 Serial Interfaces.................................................. 119

RS-232 ...........................................................................................119

RS-422 ...........................................................................................120

Dataproducts Parallel Interface ............................................................121

Dataproducts Parallel Interface Signals .........................................122

6 Reprogramming the Security Key....................... 123

Reprogramming The Security Key........................................................ 123

How To Program The Security Key................................................ 123

7 Troubleshooting.................................................. 125

Cleaning Requirements ........................................................................125

Exterior Cleaning............................................................................125

Interior Cleaning ............................................................................. 126

Diagnosing Problems............................................................................ 128

Bar Code Verification .....................................................................128

Printing A Hex Dump...................................................................... 128

Fault Messages ..............................................................................129

A Printer Specifications ......................................... 165

Ribbon Specifications ...........................................................................165

Paper Specifications .............................................................................166

Printer Weight And Dimensions............................................................167

Environmental Characteristics..............................................................167

Electrical Characteristics ......................................................................168

Interfaces ..............................................................................................169

Printing Rates .......................................................................................170

B ASCII Character Set........................................... 171

Table of Contents

C Zero Tear Pedestal ............................................ 173

Overview...............................................................................................173

Performance Limitations....................................................................... 173

Control Panel Menus ............................................................................175

Operation.............................................................................................. 176

Adjust The Paper Guides...............................................................176

Load Paper..................................................................................... 177

Set The Tear Bar Distance............................................................. 178

Set The Top Of Form .....................................................................179

Position The Paper Out Sensor .....................................................180

D Customer Support .............................................. 181

Printronix Customer Support Center..................................................... 181

Printronix Supplies Department............................................................181

Corporate Offices..................................................................................182

E Communication Notices ..................................... 183

Notices..................................................................................................183

Energy Star...........................................................................................185

Product Recycling And Disposal........................................................... 185

Communication Statements..................................................................186

Lithium Battery Warning ....................................................................... 190

Software License Agreement................................................................190

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® P7000 H-Series consists of P7002H, P7202H, P7003H,

P7203H, P7006H, P7206H, P7008H, and P7208H models that 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.

The printer combines the use of Flash and 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

used for buffers, print image storage, and execution variables. The Flash also

stores configuration, statistics, and internal parameters.

interface. The RAM is

The printer model numbers indicate printing speed and physical configuration.

Model numbers beginning with P70 indicate pedestal models. Model numbers

beginning with P72 indicate cabinet models. The final two digits in the model

number refer to the printer’s maximum speed in lines per minute (lpm): 02 for

200 lpm, 03 for 300 lpm, 06 for 600 lpm, and 08 for 800 lpm.

Chapter 1 Printer Overview

Refer to the following table for a complete listing of model numbers and options.

Table 1. The P7000 H-Series Printers

Model

Number

P7002H 200 lpm

P7202H 200 lpm

P7003H 300 lpm

P7203H 300 lpm

P7006H 600 lpm

P7206H 600 lpm

P7008H 800 lpm

P7208H 800 lpm

Speed

Pedestal Cabinet

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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

> (DOWN) key at the same time.

= + >” means press the = (UP) key and the

Warnings And Special Information

Read and comply with all information highlighted under special headings:

WARNING

CAUTION

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.

A caution notice calls attention to a condition that could damage the

printer.

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

7 explains how to clean the printer, and printer supplies are listed in

Appendix A.

Chapter 1 Printer Overview

Protocols And Emulations

protocol

printer and its host computer. These rules consist of codes that manipulate and print data and allow for machine-to-machine 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, 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.

is a set of rules governing the exchange of information between the

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 168 for additional

power specifications.

IMPORTANT

Select A Site

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.

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 on page 14.

Chapter 2 Printer Dimensions

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)

Printer Dimensions

Printer Cover

Cabinet Rear Door

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)

57.5 in

(146.1 cm)

41.0 in

(104 cm)

Figure 1. Printer Dimensions - Cabinet Model

42.5 in

27.0 in

(68.6 cm)

(210.8 cm)

83.0 in

32.5 in

(82.6 cm)

27.0 in

(68.6 cm)

27.0 in

(68.6 cm)

(107.8 cm)

32.0 in

(81.3 cm)

Figure 2. Printer Dimensions - Cabinet Model with Paper Stacker

59.0 in

(149.9 cm)

Chapter 2 Printer Dimensions

25 in.

(63.5 cm)

48.0 in.

(122 cm)

10.5 in.

(26.67 cm.)

24.6 in.

(62.48 cm)

30 in.

(76.2 cm.)

Figure 3. Printer Dimensions - Pedestal Model

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.

Barcode

Ribbon Spool

Ribbon Hub

Blue Tractor

Lock (2)

Splined

Shaft

Ribbon

Date Code Label

Paper Support

Tractor (2)

Hammer Bank

Cover and

Ribbon Mask

Vertical

Position Knob

Platen Lever

Barcode Sensor

Figure 4. Printer Component Locations

Platen Stop

Ribbon Guide (2)

Chapter 2 Printer Component Locations

3 Operating The Printer

Powering On The Printer

When you power on the printer, it executes a self-test. The default power-up

state is online. When the self-test completes and the software has initialized

successfully, the status indicator light turns on, indicating the printer is online.

The default value of the type of emulation you have installed appears in the

upper right corner of the display. The ribbon life remaining is shown on the

second line.

If there is a fault during the self-test, the status indicator flashes and a specific

fault message appears on the display (such as “LOAD PAPER”). The alarm

also sounds if it is configured to do so. See “ LCD Message Troubleshooting

Table” on page 130 for information on fault messages and solutions.

Operating Modes

Online. In online mode, the printer can receive and print data sent from the

host. Pressing the ON LINE key toggles the printer from online to offline

mode. The status indicator is lit in online mode.

Offline. In offline mode, you can perform operator functions, such as loading

paper and setting top-of-form. You can also move within the printer

configuration menus. Pressing the ON LINE key toggles the printer from

offline to online mode. The status indicator is off in offline mode.

Fault. In fault mode, a condition exists which must be cleared before printing

can continue. The status indicator flashes, the alarm beeps (if configured to

sound), and a descriptive fault message displays.

The current operating mode can be selected via control panel keys or can

result from routine operations such as powering on the printer.

Chapter 3 The Control Panel

The Control Panel

Figure 5 shows the keys, displays, and indicators as they appear on the control panel. The following section provides the descriptions, and functions of the control panel keys.

Circular

PRT CONFIG

Pad

JOB SELECT

Key combinations are indicated with the plus (+) sign. For example, “Press +

>” means to press the = key and the > key at the same time.

Message Display

ENTER

SET TOF

ON LINE/CLEAR

Ribbon Life

Indicator

Figure 5. Control Panel

Emulation

ONLINE <LP+> RIBBON LIFE 100%

VIEW/EJECT

PAPER ADVANCE

Status Indicator

CANCEL

Control Panel Keys

ON LINE / CLEAR

Toggles the printer between online and offline modes. If a fault condition exists, pressing this key will clear the fault message and return the printer from fault mode to offline mode.

NOTE: If the fault condition is not corrected

message will reappear when attempting to place the printer online.

PAPER ADVANCE

Performs advance to top-of-form, as defined by the current active form length. The key works both online and offline.

• If online with data in the printer buffer, the data will print and then the

paper will move to the next top-of-form.

• In the fault state, PAPER ADVANCE will advance the paper. The first

press moves to the top of the next available form. All subsequent presses advances one forms length as defined by the current active forms length.

before

pressing this key, the fault

Control Panel Keys

VIEW / EJECT

When the printer is online or offline, pressing this key executes the view or

eject function, depending on whether the printer is a cabinet or a pedestal (or

zero tear pedestal).

If online with data in the printer buffer, the data prints and the key functions as

described below.

If in a fault state, this key will be ignored.

• View Function — for cabinet models, pressing the

VIEW/EJECT key moves the last data printed to the tractor area for viewing. While in the view state, the message "Printer in View" displays, pressing the UP or DOWN arrow keys moves the paper up or down in 1/ 72 inch increments. This is done to align the image within a pre-printed form, for example. Refer to the UP and DOWN key functions for additional details on the microstep feature. Pressing VIEW/EJECT a second time moves the paper back to the adjusted print position.

Eject Function — for pedestal models, when the VIEW/EJECT key is

pressed, the bottom of the last printed form will move to the tear bar position.

The message "READY TO TEAR/EJECT To Return" displays. While in this

position, pressing the UP or DOWN arrow keys moves the paper up or down

in 1/72 inch increments. Refer to the Up and Down key functions for additional

details on the microstep feature. When the VIEW/EJECT key is pressed a

second time, the printer will move the paper to enable printing on the next

available form.

CANCEL

In offline mode, this key cancels all data in the print buffer, if enabled in

“ADVANCED USER” menu (see page 101). The print buffer is cleared without

printing any of the data and the current paper position is set as the top-of-

form. If this function is disabled, the CANCEL key will be ignored.

NOTE: Use of this key will cause loss of data

SET TOF

Sets the top-of-form on the printer. This key is active only when the printer is

offline and will not operate if the printer is in a fault condition. The paper

moves down to the print position and aligns to the top-of-form. See the

Setup Guide

NOTE: If there is any data in the buffer, the paper will move to the last print

for the complete top-of-form setting procedure.

position.

Quick

PRT CONFIG

In offline mode, PRT CONFIG prints the current printer configuration. This key

requires a confirmation with the ENTER key; pressing any other key will exit

from this function. See “The Configuration Menus” on page 39 for an

explanation of configuration menus.

Chapter 3 The Control Panel

JOB SELECT

In offline mode, this key allows for fast selection of any of the previously stored configurations. Pressing this key causes the printer to cycle through the following messages: Load Config., Factory Config, Load Config 1, Load Config 2, Load Config 3,...,Load Config 8.

ENTER

When navigating the configuration menus, ENTER selects the currently displayed option value as the active value. An asterisk (*) appears next to the active value on the display. ENTER is also used for starting and stopping printer tests and generating a configuration printout.

NOTE: The ENTER key must be unlocked in order to function.

See UP + DOWN, below.

The ENTER key lock and unlock function can be configured to be a

key combination other than

UP or DOWN ( = or > )

= + > (see page 105).

Moves up or down between levels in the configuration menus and makes vertical forms adjustment. After pressing VIEW, press paper up or down in 1/72 inch increments for fine vertical forms alignment. When the printer is in offline mode, press configuration menus.

= or > to move through levels in the

= or > to adjust the

UP + DOWN ( = + > )

Locks and unlocks the ENTER key. NOTE: The ENTER key lock and unlock function can be configured to be a

key combination other than

= + > (see page 105).

PREV or NEXT ( ; or < )

Moves between the options on the current level of configuration menu. In the configuration menu, press through the menu selections on the same level.

; to scroll backward or press < to scroll forward

PREV + NEXT ( ; + < )

When both keys are pressed simultaneously, the printer will reset to the power-up configuration and reset its internal state (in offline mode).

Ribbon Life Indicator

The second line of the LCD displays the remaining life of the currently installed ribbon. The default settings for this feature should match the requirements for most applications; no special user setup is needed. If your particular application requires darker printing or can tolerate lighter printing, the ribbon end point can be adjusted as appropriate. Please refer “Ribbon End Point” on page 99.

Operational Procedures

This section contains routine printer operating procedures on how to:

• reload paper;

• unload paper;

• cancel a print job.

Reload Paper

Do this procedure when “LOAD PAPER” displays. (This message occurs

when the last sheet of paper passes through the paper slot.) This procedure

reloads paper without removing the last sheet of the old paper supply, while

retaining the current top-of-form setting.

Reload Paper

Cabinet Models

1. Raise the printer cover. Raise the platen lever as far as it will go. (See “Printer Component Locations” on page 17 for the location of the lever.)

2. Press ONLINE/CLEAR to turn off the alarm. Do not open the tractor doors or remove the existing paper.

3. For cabinet models, open the front door. Align the paper supply with the label on the floor. Ensure the paper pulls freely from the box.

4. Feed the paper up through the paper slot (see Figure 6). It may be easier to feed one corner of the new paper up through the slot first. When this corner can be grasped from the top, rotate the paper back to the normal position.

NOTE: If you are using thick, multi-part forms and are unable to load the new

Paper Slot

p7clod1

Pedestal Models

Figure 6. Paper Slot Location

paper over the existing paper, go to step 15.

5. Hold the paper to prevent it from slipping down and through the paper slot.

Chapter 3 Operational Procedures

New Paper

Figure 7. Loading New Paper into the Printer

6. Pull the new paper above and behind the ribbon mask, but in front of the existing paper. The ribbon mask location is shown on the ribbon path diagram. If necessary, gently press the existing paper back.

Existing Paper

7. Align the top edge of the new paper with the top perforation of the existing paper.

8. Load the new paper over the existing paper. Open and load the tractors one at a time to prevent the paper from slipping.

NOTE: Make sure that the top edge of the new paper lines up with the top

horizontal perforation of the last page.

Reload Paper

Vertical Position Knob

7crib opn

Paper Thickness

Indicator

Platen Stop

Platen Lever

Figure 8. Setting the Platen Lever

9. Turn the platen stop knob clockwise or counterclockwise to match the paper thickness. (The A-B-C scale corresponds approximately to 1-, 3-, and 6-part paper thickness).

Platen Stop

Knob

NOTE: If you are using the same thickness of paper, there is no need to

readjust.

10. Lower the platen lever.

NOTE: Do not set the platen lever too tightly; excessive friction can cause

paper jams, ribbon jams with potential for ribbon damage, smeared ink, or wavy print.

11. Press ONLINE/CLEAR to remove the “LOAD PAPER” fault message from the display.

12. Press PAPER ADVANCE several times to make sure the paper feeds properly beyond the tractors and over the lower paper guide. Feed sufficient paper to ensure the paper stacks correctly.

13. Close the printer cover. Close the cabinet front door.

14. Press ON LINE/CLEAR printing.

to place the printer in online mode and resume

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Paper Slot

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Cabinet Models

NOTE: Perform steps 15 through 32 only if you are unable to load the new

15. Open both tractor doors.

16. Remove the old paper from the tractors. Allow the paper to fall into the

17. Feed the new paper up through the paper slot. Hold the paper to prevent

Pedestal Models

Figure 9. Paper Slots on the Printers

paper over the existing paper.

paper supply area.

it from slipping down through the paper slot.

Tractor Door

Paper

Figure 10. Loading Paper on the Left Tractor

Reload Paper

18. Pull the paper above and behind the ribbon mask. See Figure 4 on page 17 for the ribbon mask location.

19. Load the paper on the left tractor.

20. Close the tractor door.

Tractor Splined

Shaft

Tractor

Paper

CAUTION

Scale

Figure 11. Positioning the Left Tractor to Avoid Damage

To avoid damage to the printer caused by printing on the platen, always position the left tractor unit directly to the left of the “1” mark on the paper scale.

21. Normally, you should not need to adjust the position of the left tractor. If adjustment is necessary, unlock the left tractor. Slide the tractor until it is directly to the left of the number “1” on the paper scale and lock it. (You can also use the paper scale to count columns.)

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Tractor Lock

Tractor Door

Upper Paper

Guide

Figure 12. Loading Paper onto the Sprockets

22. Unlock the right tractor.

23. Load the paper onto the sprockets and close the tractor door. If necessary, slide the right tractor to remove paper slack or to adjust for various paper widths. Then, lock the tractor.

Upper Paper

Guide

Wire Guide (2)

Paper Slot

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Cabinet Model Pedestal Model

Figure 13. Using the Paper Guide to Orient the Paper

Reload Paper

24. Pedestal models: Using the vertical position knob to move the paper up, guide the paper over the lower paper guide and through the slot in the top cover. For pedestal models with the Quick Access Cover, refer to the

Guide

for paper exiting options.

Quick Setup

25. Press PAPER ADVANCE several times to make sure the paper feeds properly beyond the tractors and over the lower paper guide. Feed sufficient paper to ensure the paper stacks correctly.

26. Cabinet models: Open the cabinet rear door. Make sure the paper is aligned with the label in the output area (inside the cabinet). Close the front and rear doors.

Perforation

TOF Indicator

Vertical Position Knob

Figure 14. Aligning the Perforation with the TOF Indicator

27. Align the top of the first print line with the TOF indicator on the tractor by rotating the vertical position knob. For best print quality, set the top-ofform at least 1/2 inch below the perforation.

NOTE: For exact positioning, press the VIEW/EJECT key to move the last

data printed to the tractor area for viewing. While in View mode “Printer in View” displays. Press the Up or Down Arrow keys to move the paper vertically in small increments. Pressing the VIEW/EJECT key a second time moves the paper back to the adjusted print position. The key owrks both online and offline provided that the printer is in View mode. (This procedure is applicable for both the cabinet and pedestal models.)

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Vertical Position Knob

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Paper Thickness

Indicator

Platen Stop

Platen Lever

Figure 15. Adjusting the Platen Lever

28. Lower the platen lever. Set it to match the paper thickness. (The A-B-C scale corresponds approximately to 1-, 3-, and 6-part paper thickness. Adjust until you have the desired print quality.)

29. Lower the platen lever to set it to the paper thickness indicated by the auto platen stop.

30. Press ONLINE/CLEAR to clear any fault messages (such as “LOAD PAPER”) from the LCD.

31. Press SET TOF. The top-of-form you have set moves down to the print position. If there is data in the buffer, the paper moves forward to the last print position on the next page.

32. Press ONLINE/CLEAR and close the printer cover.

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