TallyGenicom 2248, 2348 User Manual
User Guide Matrix Printer
Important Information
This equipment generates and uses radio frequency
energy and if not in-stalled and used properly, that is, in
accordance with the manufacturer’s in-structions, may
cause interference in radio and television reception. It
has been type tested and found to comply with the limits
for class B computing devices in accordance with the
specification in subpart J of part 15 of FCC rules, which
are designed to provide reasonable protection against
such interference in a residential installation. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
partial installation. If this equipment does cause
interference to radio or television reception, which can be
de-termined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
Reorient the receiving antenna,
Relocate the peripheral away from the receiver,
Move the peripheral away from the receiver
Plug the peripheral into a different outlet, so that the
peripheral and re-ceiver are on different branch circuits
If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an
experienced radio/ television technician for additional
suggestions. The user may find the fol-lowing booklet,
prepared by the Federal Communications Commission,
helpful: “How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV
Interference Problems”.
This booklet is available from the U.S. Government
Printing Office, Washington DC 20402 Stock No.
004.000.00345.4.
WARNING: To comply with FCC regulations on
electromagnetic inter-ference for a class B computing
device, the printer cable must be shielded. To assure
compliance with FCC regulations for a computing device,
use a shielded interface cable with a metal shell
connector. The use of cables not properly shielded may
result in violating FCC regulations.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the class B limits
for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set
out in the radio interference regu-lations of the Canadian
department of communications.
This unit complies with DOC standard C108.8-M 1983
Maschinenlärminformations-Verordnung - 3. GPSGV, der
höchste Schalldruckpegel beträgt 70 dB(A) oder weniger
gemäss EN ISO 7779
WARNING For continued protection against risk of fire, replace only with same type and rating of fuse.Only trained and
qualified personnel may open covers or remove parts that are not explicitly shown and described in the User Guide
as being accessible to the operator.
The paper used is made of raw materials treated with a
chlorine-free bleaching process.
This device fulfils the European standards requirements by complying with
the Directive of the Com-mission dated May 3, 1989 (89/336/EEC) relating
to electromagnetic compatibility and the Directive dated February 19, 1973
(73/23/EEC) relating to low-voltage electrical equipment.
Conformity with the above mentioned Directives is indicated by the CE symbol
attached to the device.
Note: Conformity may be affected by:
- using interface cables not complying with the specifications
- non-observance of important instructions in the operator’s manual
- installing components not approved for this device by the manufacturer
- unauthorized manipulation
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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.
NOTES
1. Testing of this equipment was performed on model number 2248 or 2348.
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
• 2248 (110 V)
• 2248 (220 V)
• 2348 (110 V)
• 2348 (220 V)
in Übereinstimmung mit den Bestimmungen der EN 45014 (CE)
funk-entstört ist.
Der Deutschen Bundespost wurde das Inverkehrbringen dieses Gerätes
angezeigt und die Berechtigung zur Überprüfung der Serie auf Einhaltung der
Bestimmungen eingeräumt.
Maschinenlärminformationsverordnung 3. GSGV, 06.01.2004:
Der höchste Schalldruckpegel beträgt 70 dB (A) oder weniger gemäß
EN ISO 7779
Importer / Distributor in EU:
TallyGenicom,
Heuweg 3, 89079 Ulm, Germany
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Energy Saving
As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, TallyGenicom 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.
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, TallyGenicom
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).
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Thank you for buying the TallyGenicom wide/narrow 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 TallyGenicom representative. TallyGenicom offices
are listed at the end of the manual.
This manual covers model 2248, an 80-column printer and model 2348, a 136column 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.
Other options include a cut sheet feeder can be added by yourself after
purchasing the printer.
2248/2348
Basic specifications
Print line at 10 cpi: 80 columns (2248)
136 columns (2348)
Interface: Centronics parallel
Centronics parallel + RS-232C
Centronics parallel + USB + LAN (LAN:user 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
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.
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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
Maintenance
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Quick Reference............................................................QR–1
1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................1–1
Features................................................................................. 1–1
2 SETTING UP.................................................................................................. 2–1
Selecting a Good Location......................................................2–1
Unpacking The Printer ............................................................2–3
Assembling the Printer ........................................................... 2–5
Installing the Cut Sheet S tand .......................................... 2– 5
Installing the Ribbon Cartridge .......................................... 2–6
Getting Acquainted With Your Printer ..................................... 2– 9
Connecting the Power Cord .................................................. 2–10
T esting the Printer (Offline).................................................... 2–12
Loading Paper for the Self-T est ....................................... 2–12
Printing the Self-T est ...................................................... 2–13
Connecting the Printer to Your Computer..............................2–17
Selecting a Parallel Interface Cable ................................ 2–17
Selecting a Serial Interface Cable ................................... 2–17
Selecting a USB Cable................................................... 2–18
Selecting a LAN cable.................................................... 2–18
Connecting the Interface Cable ....................................... 2–18
Selecting an Emulation.........................................................2–21
Printing a Sample Page (Online)........................................... 2–24
Installing the Printer Driver .................................................... 2–27
3 P APER HANDLING ....................................................................................... 3–1
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
Using Continous Forms ..........................................................3–9
Positioning the Paper St ack ............................................. 3–9
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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 Tractor Unit................................................ 3–14
T earing 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 Tips ................................................................... 3–18
Multipart Forms .............................................................. 3–18
Envelopes.......................................................................3–19
Labels ............................................................................ 3–19
4 PRINTING ...................................................................................................... 4–1
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 Stopping Printing ................................................... 4–5
Starting 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
Clearing the Print Buffer.......................................................... 4–8
Removing Single Sheets...................................................4–8
Removing Continuous Forms ............................................4–8
5 USING SETUP MODE ................................................................................... 5–1
How to Use This Chapter ........................................................5–1
Entering Setup Mode.............................................................. 5–2
Overview of Setup Mode..........................................................5–4
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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.......................................................................5–28
Resetting MENU1 and MENU2....................................... 5–29
Changing Hardware Options ................................................. 5–30
Procedure.......................................................................5–35
Changing Print Position Adjustment Options ........................ 5–36
Procedure.......................................................................5–40
Changing Configuration Options............................................ 5–41
Procedure.......................................................................5–48
Exiting and Saving................................................................ 5–49
Procedure.......................................................................5–49
Resetting Defaults ................................................................ 5–50
Resetting Power-On Defaults.......................................... 5–50
Resetting Factory Defaults ............................................. 5–50
Resetting Factory Defaults in MENU1 and MENU2 ........ 5–50
Using the Diagnostic Functions ............................................ 5–51
Printing the Self-T est ...................................................... 5–52
Procedure.......................................................................5–52
Printing Hex Dumps ....................................................... 5–53
Procedure.......................................................................5–54
Checking Vertical Print Alignment (V -ALMNT)................. 5–56
Procedure.......................................................................5–56
Setup Mode Reference ......................................................... 5–58
Setup Mode Organization ............................................... 5–59
Differences in IBM Proprinter XL24E Emulation...............5–61
6 MAINTENANCE............................................................................................. 6–1
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
7 TROUBLE-SHOOTING .................................................................................. 7– 1
Solving Problems....................................................................7–1
Print Quality Problems .....................................................7–1
Paper Handling Problems .................................................7–4
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Tips for Clearing a Jammed Sheet from the Printer ...........7–7
Operating Problems..........................................................7–8
Printer Failures............................................................... 7–11
Diagnostic functions ............................................................. 7–12
Getting Help ......................................................................... 7–12
8 INST ALLING OPTIONS .................................................................................. 8–1
APPENDICES
A SUPPLIES AND OPTIONS............................................................................A–1
Supplies ................................................................................ A–1
Options ................................................................................. A–1
B PRINTER AND PAPER SPECIFICATIONS....................................................B–1
Physical Specifications.......................................................... B–1
Functional Specifications....................................................... B–2
Performance Specifications ................................................... B–4
Paper Specifications.............................................................. B–6
Print Area ........................................................................ B–6
Paper Thickness ............................................................. B–8
C COMMAND SETS........................................................................................ C–1
Default Settings..................................................................... C–2
Factory Default Settings .................................................. C–2
IBM Proprinter XL24E Emulation............................................ C–5
Epson ESC/P2 Emulation ................................................... C–10
D INTERF ACE INFORMA TION......................................................................... D–1
Parallel Interface.................................................................... D–1
Compatible Mode ............................................................ D–2
Nibble Mode .................................................................... D–4
Data Transmission Timing ............................................... D–6
Serial Interface ...................................................................... D–7
Serial Options ................................................................. D–8
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Cable Wiring.................................................................... D–8
Serial Protocols............................................................. D–10
USB Interface .......................................................................D–11
Specification..................................................................D–11
LAN Interface....................................................................... D–12
E CHARACTER SETS .....................................................................................E–1
Character Sets 1 and 2 (ESC/P2 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 (ESC/P2 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
F RESIDENT FONTS........................................................................................F–1
GLOSSARY OF TERMS................................................................................ GL–1
INDEX ............................................................................................................. IN–1
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QUICK REFERENCE
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Quick
Reference
Introduction
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Paper
Handling
Printing
Setup Mode
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
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Handling
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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 operates 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 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.
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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).
Checking items received
Po w er c o rd
CD-ROM
Qu ic k Ins ta ll
Guide
Printer
(Blac k )
Ribbon cartridge
Cut sheet stand
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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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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
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7. Align the print head position with the dot mark (green) on the printer
ejection cover.
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.)
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.
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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
Acoustic
cover
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Looking at the printer from the back with the cut sheet stand and back cover
removed, you can see the following parts of the printer:
Printer components (rear)
Before you plug in the printer:
√ Make sure that the printer power is switched off. The side marked “1”
on the power switch should be raised.
√ Make sure that the power outlet is properly grounded.
√ Make sure that you use the power cord shipped with the printer. This
cord is designed to minimize radio frequency interference.
CONNECTING THE POWER
CORD
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Connecting the power cord
3. Make sure that the power cord is securely connected.
4. Turn on the power by pressing the side marked “1” on the power
switch. Within a few seconds, the POWER indicator on the printer
control panel will light, the print head will move to its home position,
and the ONLINE indicator will light (green).
NOTE
If no forms are loaded, the printer may beep and the red PAPER OUT
indicator may light and the ONLINE indicator will not light if the paper
select lever is set backward to the continuous forms position. Move the
paper select lever forward to the single sheet position (as described in the
next section). The PAPER OUT indicator will go out. This condition is a
result of the factory default settings and poses no problem.
To plug in the power cord:
1. Plug one end of the power cord into the power connector on the
rear of the printer.
2. Plug the other end of the power cord into the power outlet.
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TESTING THE PRINTER
(OFFLINE)
At this point, load paper and run the printer self-test. The self-test checks
printer performance and print quality before you connect the printer to the
computer. Use either single sheets or continuous forms (see Chapter 3). This
section describes the self-test procedure using single sheets.
Loading Paper for the Self-Test
To print the self-test, use paper wider than 215.9 mm (8.5 inches) and set the
left paper guide all the way to the right to avoid clipping the test pattern.
Standard letter or A4 size paper can be used lengthwise (portrait mode).
Before loading paper, make sure that the printer is on. Then, proceed as
follows:
1. Make sure that the paper thickness lever (located on the top right of
the printer) is at position 1. Make sure that the paper select lever
(located on the top left of the printer) is set to the front, as shown
below.
Loading a sheet of paper
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