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Quick Start Guide
Matrix Printer
This device fulfils the European standards requirements by complying with the Directive of the Commission 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
Important Information
This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, 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 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 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 pe-
ripheral and receiver 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 following 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 interference 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 regulations of the Canadian department of communications.
This unit complies with DOC standard C108.8-M 1983
ATTENTION: Le présent appareil numérique n'ement
pas de bruits radioélectriques déspassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la classe B prescrites dans le règlement sur le brouillage radio-électrique
édicté par le minstère des communications du Canada.
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.
QUICK START GUIDE
Table of contents
Table of contents
Introduction 2
Symbols used 2
Important safety instructions 2
Using the Online-CD-ROM 3
Contents of the Online CD-ROM 3
Hardware requirements 3
Troubleshooting 3
Printer at a glance 4
Installation 5
Unpacking the printer 5
Placing your printer 6
Connecting the printer 7
Switching on the printer 7
Control panel 8
Online mode 8
Offline mode 8
Setup mode 8
Changing the ribbon cassette 9
Paper handling 15
Changing the paper type 15
Loading paper 16
Fanfold paper 16
Single sheets 19
Paper transport 20
Moving the paper to the tear position 21
Settings 22
Setting the tear position 22
Setting the first printing line (TOF) 23
Setting the print head gap 24
Selecting character density and font 25
Technical data 26
Printer specifications 26
Paper specifications 27
Accessories 27
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Introduction This quick start guide is intended as a quick introduction into working with the printer and also
to enable inexperienced users to operate the device properly. It describes the most important
functions of the printer and contains the essential information for your everyday work with the
printer. A more detailed description of the printer, its characteristic features, and further
information is contained in the User Guide on the Online CD-ROM, which is inserted at the back
of this manual.
➤ Symbols used Important information is highlighted in this manual by two symbols.
CAUTION highlights information which must be observed in order to prevent injuries to the
user and damage to the printer.
NOTE highlights general or additional information about a specific topic.
➤ Important safety
instructions
Read the following instructions thoroughly before starting up your printer in order to prevent
injuries and avoid damage to the device.
Keep this Operator’s Manual in a place which is easily accessible at all times.
Place the printer on a solid base so that it cannot fall down to the ground.
Do not expose the printer to high temperatures or direct sunlight.
Keep all liquids away from the printer.
Protect the printer from shock, impact and vibration.
Be sure to connect the printer to a socket with the correct mains voltage.
The power supply cable may be damaged if the paper edges constantly chafe the insulating
sheath. The user must always ensure that there is sufficient distance between the power
supply cable and the paper.
Never carry out maintenance or repair work yourself. Always contact a qualified service
technician.
Whenever you want to disconnect the printer from the power supply, pull the plug out from
the mains socket.
Additional safety instructions are provided at the relevant places in the text.
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➤ Using the
Online-CD-ROM
First install the Adobe Acrobat Reader on your hard disk, unless the program has already been
installed. To install it, follow the steps described in the README file in the READER directory.
To start the online documentation, call the Explorer and double click on the START.PDF file.
Then follow the instructions and menus on the screen.
➤ Contents of the
Online CD-ROM
The Online CD-ROM contains
–the User Guide: A detailed description of the printer and its impressive features
– Drivers: For Windows 98/ME, Windows 2000, Windows XP/2003 Server
– Additional documentation: Programming instructions and descriptions of the available
options
If your CD-ROM is be defective or missing, please consult your dealer. The Online Documentation can also be downloaded via the Internet.
➤ Hardware
requirements
Minimum hardware requirements: PC 486 MHS, quad-speed CD-ROM, 15" display screen,
mouse.
➤ Troubleshooting The chapter Troubleshooting of the User Guide on the Online CD-ROM contains detailed
Information on how to rectify errors. It deals with general printing problems as well as problems
with the print quality, paper feed and ribbon cassette.
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Printer at a glance
Top cover
Soundproofing cover
Control panel
Power switch
Front cover
View from the front
Printer in tractor mode
Tractors
Printer in single-sheet mode View from the rear
Power cord connector
Interface connectors
Bottom cover
Paper support
Rear cover
Single sheet feeder
Paper guide
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Installation
➤ Unpacking the printer
Place your printer on a solid base.
Make sure that the “ Up” symbols point in the correct direction.
Open the packaging, take out the accessory cassette and unpack
it. Pull the printer out of the cardboard box towards you and
remove the remaining packaging material.
Check the printer for any visible transport damage and missing
items. In addition to this Operator’s Manual (➀) the CD-ROM
(➁ , at the back of this manual), the power cable (➂ ) and the
ribbon (➃ ) must be included.
If you find any transport damage or if any accessories are
missing, please contact your dealer.
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➁
➂
➃
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➤ Placing your printer Place the printer on a solid, flat, surface, ensuring that the printer is positioned in such a way
that it can not topple, and that there is easy access to the control panel and paper input devices.
Also ensure that there is sufficient space for the printed output.
If you expect that frequent forward and reverse feeds will occur,
you should place the printer as shown in the figure, if possible.
When selecting the printer location, observe the following additional instructions:
Never place the printer in the vicinity of inflammable gas or explosive substances.
Do not expose the printer to direct sunlight. If you cannot avoid placing the printer near a window, protect it from the sunlight with a curtain.
When connecting a computer to the printer, make sure not to exceed the maximum cable
length (see User Guide on the Online CD-ROM, Technical Specifications).
Ensure sufficient distance between the printer and any heating devices/radiators.
Avoid exposing the printer to extreme temperature or air humidity fluctuations. Protect the
printer from dust.
It is recommended to install the printer in a place which is acoustically isolated from the
workplace because of the noise it may produce.
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➤ Connecting the printer
Make sure that the printer is set to the correct voltage (e.g. 230 V
in Europe, 120 V in the U.S.A.). To do this, check the plate
above the power inlet at the rear of the printer.
If the setting is incorrect, set the coloured switch at the rear of
the printer to the correct position, using a pointed object (e.g.
screwdriver, ball pen or tweezers).
Make sure that the printer and the computer are switched off,
and connect the printer to the computer with the data cable
(interface cable).
Connect the power cable to the power inlet of the printer.
Connect the power cable plug to a mains socket.
➤ Switching on the printer
The power switch for switching on the printer is located at the
bottom left at the front of the printer when viewed from the
front.
120V
Make sure that the printer is switched off before
setting the correct voltage; otherwise severe damage may be caused.
Never switch on the printer if the voltage setting is
incorrect, since this may cause severe damage to the
printer.
The printer by default is provided with a parallel and
an Ethernet interface. For further information about
the interfaces, refer to the User Guide on the Online
CD-ROM.
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Control panel The control panel and the keys are used for controlling the printer operation.
The upper line of the display shows whether the printer is in Online or Offline mode and the
paper path selected (Tractor1 or Single).
➤ Online mode After switching on, the printer is automatically set to online mode. Only in this mode can it receive
data from the computer.
Tear key (4): Activates the tear function when fanfold paper is loaded (see
page 21, Moving the paper to the tear position). If Load is displayed above this
key, no paper is loaded in the printer; press the key to feed paper to the printing
position.
Setup key: Sets the printer to setup mode.
Online key: Sets the printer to offline mode.
➤ Offline mode Only in this mode is it possible to perform step, line, or form feeds from the control panel (see page 20,
Paper transport); however, data cannot be received.
Park key (1): Clears the paper path with paper loaded and activates paper
path quick selection (see page 15, Changing the paper type).
Key (2): Short keypress: Microstep forward.
Long keypress: Continuous paper feed.
Key (3): Short keypress: Microstep reverse.
Long keypress: Continuous paper reverse feed back to the park position.
Load key (4): If no paper is loaded, see above.
If paper is loaded: Short keypress: Line Feed (LF);
long keypress: Form Feed (FF).
Setup key: Sets the printer to setup mode.
Online key: Sets the printer to online mode.
➤ Setup mode In this mode, the following settings are available:
Setup key: Sets the printer to setup mode, in which the following
settings can be selected:
Menu key (1): Other menu settings.
Adjust key (2): Tear position, first printing line and print head gap.
Paperway key (3): Paper path.
Char key (4): Font and number of characters per inch.
Access to the other menu settings (Menu) may be disabled by the manufacturer. For information on how to enable access and about the available settings, refer to the User Guide on the
Online CD-ROM. (chapter The Menu, section Enabling the menu).
Online Trac1
Tear
Online
Setup
2
1
3
4
Offline Trac1
Load
Online
Setup
Park Load
2
1
3
4
Adjust Paperway
Menu Char
Online
Setup
2
1
3
4
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