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
peripheral 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:
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
To comply with FCC regulations on electromagnetic
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.
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
The paper used is made of raw materials treated with a
chlorine-free bleaching process.
WARNINGFor 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.
ATTENTION Pour ne pas compromettre la protection contre les risques d’incendie, remplacer par un fusible de même type et de mêmes
caractèristiques nominales.
Seul un personnel qualifié et formé est habilité à démonter les sous-ensembles de la machine qui ne sont pas formellement
indiqués dans le Manuel d’utilisation meme s’ils sont accessibles par l’opérateur.
Quick start-upTable of contents
Table of contents
Operator’s Manual
Introduction2
QUICK START-UP
Table of contents
Symbols used2
Important safety instructions2
Using the Online-CD-ROM3
Contents of the Online CD-ROM3
Hardware requirements3
Troubleshooting3
Printer at a glance4
Installation5
Unpacking the printer5
Placing your printer6
Connecting the printer7
Switching on the printer7
Control panel8
Online mode8
Offline mode8
Setup mode8
Changing the ribbon cassette9
Paper handling14
Changing the paper type14
Loading paper15
Fanfold paper15
Single sheets17
Paper transport18
Moving the paper to the tear position19
Settings20
Setting the tear position20
Setting the first printing line (TOF)21
Setting the print head gap22
Selecting character density and font23
Technical data24
Printer specifications24
Paper specifications25
Accessories26
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IntroductionQuick start-up
IntroductionThis Operator’s Manual 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 import-
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➤ Symbols usedImportant information is highlighted in this manual by two symbols.
ant 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 Reference Manual on the Online CD-ROM, which is inserted at the back of this manual.
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➤ Important safety
instructions
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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.
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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Quick start-upIntroduction
➤ Using the
Online-CD-ROM
➤ Contents of the
Online CD-ROM
➤ Hardware
requirements
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 File Manager (Windows 3.1) or Explorer
(Windows 95/98, W indows ME, Windows 2000, W indows NT4) and double click on the
START.PDF file. Then follow the instructions and menus on the screen.
The Online CD-ROM contains
– the Reference Manual: A detailed description of the printer and its impressive features
– Drivers: For Windows 3.1, Windows 95/98, Windows ME, Windows 2000, Windows NT4
– 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 is also available as a hardcopy (at a cost) or can be downloaded via the Internet.
➤ T roubleshootingThe online documentation supplied on the CD-ROM contains detailed information on trouble-
shooting.
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Printer at a glanceQuick start-up
Printer at a glance
Printer in tractor modeView from the front
Soundproofing cover
Top cover
Control panel
Power switch
Interface
connectors
Power cord connector
4
Bottom cover
Front cover
Paper support
Tractors
Printer in single-sheet modeView from the rear
Rear cover
Single sheet feederPaper guide
Quick start-upInstallation
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 un-
➃
➂
pack 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 CDROM (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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➀
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InstallationQuick start-up
➤ Placing your printerPlace 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:
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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 Reference Manual 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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Quick start-upInstallation
➤ Connecting the printer
Make sure that the printer is set to the correct voltage (e.g.
120V
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).
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➤ Switching on the printer
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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.
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.
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.
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Control panelQuick start-up
Control panelThe 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 modeAfter switching on, the printer is automatically set to online mode. Only in this mode can it
receive data from the computer.
Online Tractor1
Tear
3
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4
Online
Setup
Tear key (4): Activates the tear function when fanfold paper is loaded (see
page 19, 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 modeOnly in this mode is it possible to perform step, line, or form feeds from the control panel (see
page 18, Paper transport); however, data cannot be received.
Offline Tractor1
Park Load
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Load
3
4
Online
Setup
Park key (1): Clears the paper path with paper loaded and activates paper
path quick selection (see page 14, 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 modeIn this mode, the following settings are available:
Adjust Paperway
Menu Char
3
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8
Setup key: Sets the printer to setup mode, in which the following
Online
4
Setup
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 Reference Manual
on the Online CD-ROM (chapter The Menu, section Enabling the menu).
Quick start-upChanging the ribbon cassette
Changing the
ribbon cassette
Before opening the cover, make sure that the printer is switched on so that it can execute automatic preparations for ribbon changing (widening the print head gap).
Move the paper to the park position.
Open the printer top cover.
Carefully slide the print head carriage to the left stop (viewed
from the printer front).
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The print head becomes hot during printing. For
this reason, let it cool down before touching it.
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Changing the ribbon cassetteQuick start-up
Move the coloured friction tab to the left (direction of the
arrow) as shown in the figure and raise the friction mechanism.
Remove the used cassette.
We recommend use of genuine ribbon cassettes only.
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Quick start-upChanging the ribbon cassette
Raise the coloured insertion tongue A.
A
Insert the coloured ribbon tension knob into the right-hand
front location of the new ribbon cassette. Turn the knob in the
direction of the arrow in order to take up the slack of the ribbon.
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Tilt the ribbon cassette slightly forward, and thread in the ribbon between the coloured insertion tongue and the ribbon
support (transparent plastic plate).
Align the cassette and insert it, then press down until it clicks
into place.
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Changing the ribbon cassetteQuick start-up
Insert the coloured tension knob into one of the two locations.
Turn the tension knob to take up slack in the ribbon until it is
seated correctly at the bottom in the ribbon support.
Press down the coloured insertion tongue A.
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A
Quick start-upChanging the ribbon cassette
Move the print head carriage backwards and forwards several
times. If the ribbon is correctly seated, there must be no perceptible resistance.
The ribbon should be transported during the travel
from left to right. If this is not the case, you should
check that the ribbon cassette is correctly inserted
on the right.
Press the friction mechanism down until it clicks into place.
Close the front section of the top cover.
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Paper handlingQuick start-up
Paper handlingThis section describes how to set the paper type, load fanfold paper and single sheets, trans-
port paper and move the paper to the tear position.
➤ Changing the
paper type
Offline Tractor1
Park Load
3
21
Single Tractor
3
21
Load paper from
Single
You can change the paper type either from an application program, by means of the paper
path quick selection feature or in the Setup menu. In this section, the quick selection feature
is described; for detailed information on how to make this setting via the Setup menu, refer
to the Reference Manual on the Online CD-ROM.
On some printer models, the single sheet paper source cannot be selected since these models
are not designed for manual single sheet feeding.
Make sure that the printer is in offline mode; press the Online key, if necess-
Online
4
Setup
ary .
Press the Park (1) key. If fanfold paper is loaded in the printer, it is fed to the
tear position. The text tear paper off appears in the display. Then press any
key. If a single sheet is loaded in the printer, it is ejected.
Use one of the marked keys to select the desired paper path, for example,
Online
4
Setup
Single (2).
If you do not make a selection within 5 seconds, the menu is closed.
The printer returns to offline mode. The display alternates between the basic
menu and the menu in the following figure:
Insert a single sheet (for the procedure, see page 17, Loading single sheets).
Online
3
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Online Single
3
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14
4
Load
4
Setup
Online
Setup
Press the Online key to set the printer to ready status. When the printer re-
ceives data from the computer, the single sheet is automatically loaded. Press
the Load (4) key to load the single sheet before starting the printout.
Quick start-upPaper handling
➤ Loading paperYour printer can process both fanfold paper and single sheets. For information on the
supported paper sizes, please refer to page 25 (Paper specifications).
You should only use those paper types which are approved for this printer. For more infor-
mation, please refer to the Reference Manual on the Online CD-ROM.
Fanfold paper
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Make sure that the printer is set for fanfold paper printing. If
necessary, change the paper type (see page 14, Changing thepaper type).
Raise the front cover.
Not available on some printer types.
Remove the bottom cover A.
Open the right and left tractor flaps.
A
Release the coloured latch lever of the left-hand tractor and
align the tractor so that the first printing position on the paper
matches the X mark on the printer housing.
Lock the coloured lever again.
Place fanfold paper into the left-hand tractor.
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Paper handlingQuick start-up
Open the coloured latch lever of the right-hand tractor and
align it to the paper width.
Insert the fanfold paper into the right-hand tractor.
Make sure that it is inserted by the same length as on the lefthand tractor in order to avoid any paper jam.
Close the tractor flap and lock the tractor by turning the tractor lever to the rear.
Do not tighten the paper excessively to avoid tearing the perforation holes; do not allow excessive
slack or the paper will not remain flat enough to ensure accurate feeding.
Be sure to align the paper stack in parallel with the printer
and that the paper flow is unobstructed.
Online Tractor1
3
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16
Load
4
Online
Setup
90
Re-install the bottom cover.
Lower the front cover.
Switch the printer on. The active paper source (Traktor1) appears in the display. The paper is automatically loaded when the printer is in online mode
and receives data from the computer.
Press the Load (4) key to load paper before starting the printout.
Quick start-upPaper handling
Single sheets
Some printer models are designed for fanfold paper operation only and therefore do not feature a single sheet feeder. The front cover can therefore not be opened on these models.
Make sure that the printer is set to single sheet mode. If
necessary, change the paper type (see page 14, Changing thepaper type).
Press the latch at the middle of the front cover. The single
sheet input tray opens downwards.
Align the left paper guide with the mark on the left of the
single sheet input tray . Adjust the right paper guide to the
width of the paper used.
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Paper handlingQuick start-up
Insert the single sheet as far into the input tray as possible.
Press the Online key to set the printer to ready status.
The sheet is automatically loaded when the printer is in online mode and receives data from the computer. Press the
Load (4) key to load paper before starting the printout.
➤ Paper transportLoaded paper (fanfold paper/single sheets) can be transported in the printer in several ways.
Offline Tractor1
Park LF/FF
3
21
18
Make sure that the printer is in offline mode; press the Online key, if
Online
4
Setup
necessary.
Key (2)
Short keypress: Paper is transported upwards step by step.
Long keypress: Continuous transport upwards.
Key (3)
Short keypress: Paper is transported downwards step by step.
Long keypress: Continuous transport downwards.
LF/FF key (4)
Short keypress: Line Feed (LF) is effected.
Long keypress: Form Feed (FF) is effected.
Quick start-upPaper handling
➤ Moving the paper to
the tear position
Online Tractor1
Tear
3
21
Tear position
Tractor1
21
Online Tear
21
3
3
4
4
Exit
4
You can use the Tear key to move the paper to the tear position.
Swing the soundproofing cover towards the front.
Online
Setup
Make sure that the printer is in online mode. If necessary, press the Online
key .
Press the Tear (4) key. The printer moves the perforation edge of the fanfold
paper to the tear edge of the top cover (see below).
The display alternates between…
Online
Setup
and…
After having torn off the paper, press the Exit (4) key. The printer returns the
Online
Setup
paper to the first printing position.
If a print job is active, the printer automatically returns the paper to the first
printing position.
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SettingsQuick start-up
SettingsThis section describes how to set the tear position, the first printing line, the print head gap as
well as the font selection and the character density.
➤ Setting the tear
position
Adjust Paperway
Menu Char
3
21
TOF
Head Tear
3
21
TearAdj= 00/72"*
Set < > Exit
3
21
If the tear position of the paper is not aligned with the tear edge of the top cover of the printer,
you can adjust it.
Press the Setup key. The printer changes to setup mode.
Online
4
Setup
Press the Adjust (2) key.
Press the Tear (4) key. The printer performs a form feed.
Online
4
Setup
Press the < (2) or > (3) key to move the perforation to the desired position.
Online
4
Setup
Confirm the input by pressing the Set (1) key.
Confirm the input again by pressing the Setup key. The printer is reset to the
initial status.
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The correction made – a maximum of approx. 2.5 cm (1") in each direction – will be retained
after switching the printer off.
Quick start-upSettings
➤ Setting the first
printing line (TOF)
Adjust Paperway
Menu Char
3
21
TOF
Head Tear
3
21
B
A
You can use the TOF function for setting the position of the first printing line for each paper
source and each menu individually.
Before using the TOF function (if fanfold paper is used), you should first set the tear position
(see above).
Open the top cover.
Online
4
Setup
Press the Setup key. The printer changes to setup mode.
Press the Adjust (2) key.
Press the TOF (3) key. The printer performs a form feed.
Online
4
Setup
The paper is fed to the position where the bottom edge of the
first printing line A is aligned with the tear edge of the top
cover B. The factory setting for the first printing position
(TOF) is 12/72".
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ComputerdruckerComputerdrucker
FormAdj= 12/72"*
Set < > Exit
3
21
4
Online
Setup
Press the < (2) or > (3) key to move the first printing line to the desired position. You can set values from 0 to 220/72" for fanfold paper or for single
sheets.
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SettingsQuick start-up
FormAdj= 17/72"
Set < > Exit
3
21
➤ Setting the print
head gap
Adjust Paperway
Menu Char
3
21
Confirm the input by pressing the Set (1) key.
Online
4
Setup
Press the Setup key. The printer returns to the initial status.
The setting made will be retained after switching off the printer. For more details, please refer to the Reference Manual on the Online CD-ROM.
The printer features automatic print head gap adjustment to the thickness of the paper used. In
setup mode, you can enter a correction value to modify the head gap that is normally determined automatically. This correction is useful for modifying the appearance of the type face
and the impact force for multi-layer paper.
The AGA (automatic gap adjustment) function must be set to On. For more detailed informa-
tion, refer to the Reference Manual on the Online CD-ROM.
Press the Setup key. The printer changes to setup mode.
Online
4
Setup
Press the Adjust (2) key.
TOF
Head Tear
3
21
Head= 0 *
Set < > Exit
3
21
22
Press the Head (1) key.
Online
4
Setup
Use the < (2) or > (3) key to set the range within which the automatic gap ad-
Online
4
Setup
justment is to be corrected. You can select values in the range from -10 to +10.
Confirm the input by pressing the Set (1) key.
Press the Setup key. The printer returns to the initial status.
Negative values decrease the print head gap, positive values increase it.
The setting made will be retained after switching off the printer.
Quick start-upSettings
➤ Selecting character
density and font
Adjust Paperway
Menu Char
3
21
Font CPI
21
10 CPI *
Set < > Exit
21
ROMAN NLQ
Set < > Exit
21
4
3
4
3
4
3
4
You can use the CPI (= Characters Per Inch) key in setup mode to select the number of characters per inch to be printed. You can use the Font key to select resident fonts.
Press the Setup key, then the Char (4) key.
Online
Setup
Press the CPI (3) or Font (2) key (in our example, press CPI).
Online
Setup
Use the < (2) or > (3) key to set the desired character density. Confirm the se-
Online
Setup
lection by pressing the Set (1) key.
You can cancel the selection and leave the setting unchanged by pressing the
Exit (4) key .
If you pressed the Font (2) key, use the < (2) or > (3) key to select the desired
Online
Setup
font. Confirm the selection by pressing the Set key.
You can cancel the selection and leave the setting unchanged by pressing the
Exit (4) key .
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Adjust Paperway
Menu Char
3
21
4
Press the Setup key. The printer returns to the initial status. It is also possible
Online
Setup
to press the Online key. The printer then changes directly to online mode.
The selection made will not be retained after switching off the printer. For more details on
how to set the character density permanently , please refer to the Reference Manual on the Online CD-ROM.
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Technical dataQuick start-up
T echnical data
➤ Printer
specifications
TypeT2265T2280
Printing methodSerial with 24-needle print head
Printing width136 characters at 10 cpi
Print speed
HSQ (Matrix 12 x 10)
DPQ (Matrix 12 x 12)
CPQ (Matrix 24 x 12)
NLQ (Matrix 24 x 18)
LQ (Matrix 24 x 36)
For more information on printer specifications as well as interface specifications, refer to the
Reference Manual on the Online CD-ROM.
Quick start-upTechnical data
➤ Paper
specifications
Fanfold paper Tractor1
Continuous single forms
Single set of forms
(requires individual testing)
Single sheet feeder
Single sheets
Single set of forms
(requires individual testing)
Sets of formsSets of forms can only be processed if the top edge is bound.
Paper weight
No. of copies
Form thickness (max.)
Paper weight
No. of copies
Form thickness (max.)
ASF-F: Multi-part forms must be loaded with the bound top
edge down. They must be tested individually for their
suitability.
60–120 g/m
1 + 6
0.60 mm
80–120 g/m
1 + 5
0.60 mm
2
2
For more information on general paper specifications as well as paper specifications for the
optional tractor units and the automatic sheet feeder, refer to the Reference Manual on the
Online CD-ROM.
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AccessoriesQuick start-up
Accessories
Ribbon cassettesOrder no.
Black ribbon cassette060097
Ribbon cassette 1 x red, 3 x black060099
Ribbon cassette with yellow, magenta, cyan, black060098
Ribbon cassette with red, green, blue, black060100
For additional accessories, please refer to the Reference Manual on the Online-CD-ROM.
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However, we cannot accept responsibility for any errors or damages resulting from errors or inaccuracies of information herein.”
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