Simplex 4100-1293 Installation Instructions Manual

4100-1293

Panel-Mounted Printer

Installation Instructions

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Rev. C

This publication describes the installation procedure for the 4100-1293 Panel-Mounted Printer.

This publication discusses the following topics:

Topic See Page #

Cautions and Warnings 2

Wiring 5

Loading Paper 7

Testing 8

Maintenance 9

Introduction

In this Publication

2

Cautions and
Warnings

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS-

Follow the instructions in this installation
manual. These instructions must be followed to avoid damage to this product and associated
equipment. Product operation and reliability depend upon proper installation.

DO NOT INSTALL ANY SIMPLEX® PRODUCT THAT APPEARS DAMAGED

- Upon

unpacking your Simplex product, inspect the contents of the carton for shipping damage. If
damage is apparent, immediately file a claim with the carrier and notify an authorized
Simplex product supplier.

ELECTRICAL HAZARD

- Disconnect electrical field power when making any internal adjust­ments or repairs. All repairs should be performed by a representative or authorized agent of
your local Simplex product supplier.

EYE SAFETY HAZARD -

Under certain fiber optic application conditions, the optical output
of this device may exceed eye safety limits. Do not use magnification (such as a microscope
or other focusing equipment) when viewing the output of this device.

STATIC HAZARD

- Static electricity can damage components. Handle as follows:

• Ground yourself before opening or installing components.

• Prior to installation, keep components wrapped in anti-static material at all times.

Cautions and Warnings

3

The 4100-1293 Panel-Mounted Printer (Figure 1) is used with the 4100/4100U/4100ES Fire
Alarm System. The panel-mounted printer provides hard copy reports of the master control panel's
output and provides conformance with proprietary operation (formally known as NFPA 72D). The
thermal, dot matrix panel-mounted printer displays twenty visible lines of print, has a column
width of forty characters, and is capable of printing variable output formats on standard 2.350-inch
wide thermal paper.

The panel-mounted printer does not require any changes to its default switch or jumper settings. It
automatically detects the interface which is sending data and produces the appropriate output. The
serial interface parameters are factory-set and stored on the printer firmware. The standard factory
settings for the serial interface parameters are: 9600 baud, no parity, 8 data bits, and 1 stop bit.

Figure 1. Panel-Mounted Printer, Front View

Before installing or operating the printer, check the following:

1. Ensure that the primary power setting is correct for your installation.

2. Ensure that the printer mechanism and paper path are clear of all packing materials or other
foreign matter.

3. Ensure that paper is installed. DO NOT OPERATE the printer without paper. See the “Paper
Loading” instructions, later in this document.

The Panel-Mounted Printer

Overview

Unpacking and
Inspection

4

This section describes the procedure for mounting the panel-mounted printer to an expansion bay.
The printer should be mounted to the panel prior to wiring.

The panel-mounted printer requires 6 inches of space (3 positions in the rack) and is designed for
left- or right-justified mounting within an expansion bay.

Adhere to the following guidelines when choosing the location for the printer.

• If possible, place the printer in the main control panel, middle bay (left- or right-justified).

• If no printer space is available in the main control panel, you must add a one-, two-, or

three-bay panel for printer installation.

To mount the printer, align and secure the printer assembly to the frame using four #6/32 screws
and four #6 external lockwashers.

Figure 2. Panel Mount Printer Installation

Mounting

Overview

Mounting

PRINTER ASSEMBLY (637-410)

BAY FRAME (637-034)

5

Wiring consists of connecting the panel-mounted printer to RS-232 modules via pluggable
connectors. This section describes the wiring process.

The panel-mounted printer uses the harnesses listed in the figure below. Pressure-mounted
supports are provided on the rear of the printer. Use a tie wrap to secure the harnesses to the
support.

1

9-PIN
DB-SHELL
RS-232

RS-232 HARNESS

OR

TB1

TB21

1

DRAIN

XMT

CTS

GND

XMT

CTS

GND

BLK

WHT

OR OR

TO POWER SUPPLY

(MASTER OR
EXPANSION)

TO NEXT

SIGNAL MODULE

PANEL-MOUNTED

PRINTER

RS-232
PLUGGABLE
TERMINAL
BLOCK

25-PIN
D-SHELL
PARALLEL

NOT USED

COMM

24 VDC

NOT USED

COMM

24 VDC

234654

321

321

321

TB1

TB21

1TB3

TB11

1

Figure 3. Wiring the Panel-Mounted Printer

Continued on next page

Wiring

Overview

Wiring

8 5 4

1 4 5

562-799

566-227 565-274

1 4 5

8 54

TB1 TB1

TB1

TB3

TB2

TB1

1 4 5

8 54

6

Table 1. Pluggable Terminal Block Pinouts

Pin Signal Description

1 TXD Data output from the printer to host

2 RXD Data input to the printer or display

3 GROUND Signal Ground

4 BUSY -10 V when printer is unable to receive data

Table 2. 9 Pin, D-Type Connector Pinouts

Pin Signal Description

1 GROUND Chassis Ground

2 TXD Data output from the printer to the host

3 RXD Data input to the printer (20 mA input - optional)

4 CTS Inhibits TXD line when held at -10v by host

5 GROUND Signal Ground

6

Not Used

7

8 BUSY -10v when printer is unable to receive data

9 RETURN (20 mA return line - optional

Standby Current: 24V @ 125 mA
Printing Current: 24V @ 425 mA RMS; 800 mA peak

Wiring, Continued

Pluggable Terminal
Block Pinouts

DB-9, RS-232
Interface

Power Requirements

7

This section describes the procedure for mounting the panel-mounted printer to an expansion bay.
The printer should be mounted to the panel prior to wiring.

To load the printer paper, follow these steps.

1. Push the spring-loaded, rectangular latches inward and pull forward to release the printer
access panel.

2. Install a new roll of Simplex-approved paper (4190-9803 [473-019])

(thermal side up) on the

upper spindle.

3. Fold paper back onto itself to form a straight and clean edge and feed it directly into the paper
input slot.

4. The printer will automatically feed paper through the

PAPER

mechanism. Use the power

switch in the "FEED"

PATH

position to advance paper further through the mechanism. Feed an
appropriate amount of paper through the printer to allow the installation onto the paper
take-up journal.

5. To load paper onto the take-up journal, unscrew the fastener holding the left-side guide plate
and pinch rod. Install the paper between the main take-up shaft and pinch bar. Secure the
left-side guide plate and pinch rod with the fastener. Manually rotate the take-up mechanism
as shown to remove excess slack in the paper.

Figure 4. Loading Paper

Loading Paper

Overview

Procedure

Switch Position Function

Top Paper Feed/Self Test

Middle Power On

Bottom Power Off

POWER SWITCH

LED Color Meaning

Green Power ON

Green/Yellow Paper Low

Yellow Paper Out

8

The self-test feature allows you to quickly determine whether the printer is operating correctly. To
activate the self-test, toggle the power switch from the OFF position (bottom) to the FEED
position (top) and hold it there until the test begins. The panel-mounted printer enters self-test
mode and prints out an alphanumeric test pattern.

Testing

The Self-Test Mode

9

The panel-mounted printer requires very little maintenance and service. This section provides
instructions for cleaning and maintenance. Electrical and mechanical repairs should be performed
only by qualified personnel.

Make certain all electrical connections are disconnected before any service is performed on
the panel-mounted printer.

• Voltmeter

• Denatured alcohol

• Cleaning cloths

• Cotton swabs

• Lubricant (IBM #23, Lubriplate #70, Silicon #35)

You may clean the exterior cabinet of the printer with a non-abrasive cleanser. Do not allow
liquids to enter the inside of the mechanical assembly. In a dirty environment, you may clean the
printhead with alcohol and a cotton swab. You may also use compressed air to clean the printhead.
Do not direct air flow directly to the printer platen; this action may damage the printing surface on
the platen. When the printhead is clean and free of dirt, you may apply a light silicon lubricant
(sparingly) to the moving mechanical components.

Table 3. Print Problems

Problem Possible Cause

Poor Print Quality

Dirty thermal printhead

Worn printhead

Poor quality thermal paper

Damaged thermal

Premature Wear of Thermal Printhead

Printing with non-Simplex approved paper

Printing in an environment where abrasive
particles enter the printhead

The following chart is a recommended maintenance schedule for the panel-mounted printer.
Specific environmental conditions may shorten or lengthen the periods between cleaning.

Table 4. Periodic Maintenance Schedule

Clean Office or Light Use Once Per Year

Clean Factory Environment or
Medium Use

Monthly

Dirty Factory Environment or
Heavy Use

Weekly

Maintenance

Overview

Required Tools and
Supplies

Cleaning

Printing Problems

Maintenance Chart

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