Xerox 4219/MRP, 4215/MRP Installation Planning Guide

Xerox 4219/MRP
Xerox 4215/MRP
Mid Range Systems Printers
Installation Planning Guide

XEROX

February 1994
720P13290

Xerox Corporation
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Installation caution

Safety

Notices

The Xerox 4219/MRP and 4215/MRP Mid Range Systems Printers
cannot be installed by customers. Only a Xerox service
representative should install the equipment.

CAUTION: This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance
with the installation requirements, may cause interference to
radio communications.

U.S.A.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class A digital device pursuant Part 15 of the FCC
rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which
case, the user is required to correct the interference at personal
expense.

Canada

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio
noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio
interference regulations of the Canadian department of
communications.

Les present appareil numerique n’emet pas de bruits
radioelectriques depassant les limites applicables aux appareils de
Classe A prescitees dans le reglement sur le brouillage
radioelectrique edicte par les ministre des communications du
Canada.

Europe: 50 Hz, 220 to 240 V equipment

This equipment has been tested and certified in conformance
with European commission directive 82/499/ECC and VDE
0871/0875, Class A, relating to radio frequency interference.

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NOTICES

Laser safety

The 4219/MRP and 4215/MRP comply with appropriate safety
standards.

Specifically regarding lasers, the equipment complies with laser
product performance standards set by governmental,
international and national agencies as a Class 1 laser product. It
does not emit hazardous light; the beam is totally enclosed
during all phases of customer operation and maintenance.

WARNING: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specified herein may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.

Warning labels

There are several user accessible Laser Safety Warning labels
located on the printer. An example is shown below.

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Operational safety

NOTICES

These laser warning labels are placed on panels that cover areas
that are not operator serviceable. These panels are not to be
removed.

Your Xerox equipment and supplies are designed and tested to
meet strict safety requirements. These include safety agency
examination, approval, and compliance with established
environmental standards.

Attention to the following notes ensures the continued safe
operation of your equipment.

Do this

Always connect equipment to a properly grounded power source
receptacle. If in doubt, have the receptacle checked by a
qualified electrician.

WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment grounding
conductor can result in electrical shock.

Always place equipment on a floor or table with adequate
strength for the weight of the machine.

Always have at least two people move or relocate the
equipment.

Always use materials and supplies specifically designed for your
Xerox equipment.

WARNING: Use of unsuitable materials may result in poor
performance and can possibly create a hazardous condition.

Do not do this

Never attempt any maintenance function that is not specifically
described in this document.

Never remove any covers or guards that are fastened with screws
unless otherwise instructed. You cannot service areas within
these covers.

Never override or “cheat” electrical or mechanical devices.
Never operate the equipment if you notice unusual noises or

odors. Disconnect the power cord from the power source
receptacle and call Xerox service to correct the problem.

U.S. only: If you need any additional safety information
concerning the equipment or Xerox supplied materials, call the
following toll-free number: 1-800-828-6571.

Approvals and certification

60 Hz, 115 V Listed by Underwriters Laboratories, UL1950 (UL). Meets CSA

standards, C22.2 NO 950 (CSA).

50 Hz, 220 to 240 V Meets the British Standards Institution, IEC950 (BSI).

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Table of contents

Notices iii

Installation caution iii
Safety iii

Laser safety iv
Operational safety v

Introduction ix

About this guide ix

Contents ix
Conventions x

Related publications x

Xerox 4219/MRP and 4215/MRP library x
PostScript and PCL references xi

1. Overview 1-1

Standard features 1-1
Coax interface features 1-3
Twinax interface features 1-4
Optional features 1-4
Printer components 1-5

2. Installation planning tasks 2-1

Xerox responsibilities 2-1
Your responsibilities 2-2
Installation countdown log 2-3

3. Preinstallation 3-1

Delivery requirements 3-1
4219/MRP 4215/MRP dimensions 3-1
Space requirements 3-2
Electrical requirements 3-2
Operating environment 3-3
Noise level 3-3
Special configurations 3-3

Coax interface configurations 3-4
Twinax interface configurations 3-4
Non-printable area 3-6

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

4. Connectivity 4-1

Coax environment 4-1
Twinax environment 4-2
PC direct connect environment 4-3

5. Preparing the installation checklists 5-1

Completing Checklist 3: General setup 5-1
Completing Checklist 4: Setup Printer—PCL 5 Setup 5-2
Completing Checklist 5: Setup Printer— PostScript Resolution,

Print Enhancement, Communications Priority, Panel Security 5-3
Completing Checklist 6: Parallel, Serial, Other I/O 5-4

Appendices

A. Ordering fonts, options, and supplies A-1
B. Interface support B-1
C. Checklists C-1

Glossary GLOSSARY-1
Index INDEX-1

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About this guide

Contents

Introduction

This guide helps you prepare for the installation of the Xerox
4219/MRP and 4215/MRP Mid Range Systems Printers.
Information is provided on each 4219/MRP and 4215/MRP
component and its installation requirements.

This guide directs the site planner in preinstallation procedures,
as well as ongoing activities after the printer has been installed.

This guide contains the following chapters:

Chapter 1 “Overview” presents a general overview of the printer and its

components.

Chapter 2 “Installation planning tasks” discusses preinstallation and

installation planning tasks. It identifies areas of responsibility and
the assignment of tasks. An installation countdown log is
included.

Chapter 3 “Preinstallation” explains tasks that must be performed prior to

installation to prepare the site. Electrical and environmental
specifications are included in this chapter.

Chapter 4 “Connectivity” gives an overview of the connectivity possibilities

by environment.

Chapter 5 “Preparing the installation checklists” guides you through the

options listed on the installation checklists which you must
complete prior to installation day.

Appendix A “Ordering fonts, options, and supplies” describes how to order

fonts, describes the available printer options, and explains how
to obtain Xerox service and supplies. A complete supplies and
accessories list is included.

Appendix B “Interface support” discusses the interface support available for

the printer.

Appendix C “Checklists” contains configuration checklists that help your

Xerox service representative configure your 4219/MRP or
4215/MRP on installation day.

A glossary is also included at the end of this guide.

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INTRODUCTION

Conventions

This guide uses the following conventions throughout.

italics Italics are used for document and library names (for example, the

Xerox Coax Command Reference).

WARNING: Warnings are associated with the safety of people.

Standard features

1. Overview

The Xerox 4219/MRP and 4215/MRP Mid Range Systems Printers
connect directly to your IBM AS/400 mid range computer or IBM
host system. The paper handling features support shared printer
requirements.

Your printer accepts commands and data from an IBM coax or
twinax host, depending on the interface card installed on the
printer controller board.

This chapter describes standard and optional features, as well as
those features uniquely designed to support the coax or twinax
environments.

Standard features of the printer include:

• Support for twinaxial or coaxial environments, depending on

the interface card installed

• Emulation of IBM printers

• Support of popular industry standard print languages:

— IBM Standard SCS
— Hewlett-Packard Printer Control Language (PCL 5)
— Adobe PostScript Level 2
— Intelligent Printer Data Stream (optional)

• Xerox Configuration and Resource Utility that allows you to

configure the printer twinax or coax interface through a
menu-driven interface from your host system. This utility also
downloads fonts and forms from the host system to the
printer

• PS/PCL Sensing that allows the printer to switch automatically

among the print languages, based on the print language of
the incoming job in the data stream sent to the printer

• R-S232C serial interface

• Enhanced parallel port (Centronics)

• 105 fonts:

— 35 PostScript scalable fonts
— 8 scalable Hewlett-Packard IIISi fonts
— 7 bitmapped Hewlett-Packard IIISi fonts
— 55 IBM 3816 downloadable emulation fonts

• Multiple active ports, with sequential or priority servicing

• Connections for two optional I/O interfaces

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OVERVIEW

• 300 x 300 dots per inch (dpi), 400 x 400 dpi, and high

resolution 400 x 800 dpi available in Adobe PostScript Level 2
page description language (PDL)

• 300 x 300 dpi in PCL 5 printer language

• 300 x 300 dpi in SCS

• Xerox Print Enhancement Technology (PET) available in 300 x

300 dpi

• High-capacity output tray (approximately 500 sheets) with

tray-full detection

• 4215/MRP only: one High Capacity Paper Tray (letter, 8.5 x

11 inches or A4 (210 x 297 millimeters) and one
nonmotorized Letter or A4 Paper Tray. The 4215/MRP holds
approximately 750 sheets in its standard configuration.

4219/MRP only: three High Capacity Paper Trays (letter, 8.5 x
11 inches or A4, 210 x 297 millimeters) holding
approximately 1,500 sheets in its standard configuration.

• 4215/MRP only: prints up to 15 letter or A4 pages per

minute (ppm)
4219/MRP only: prints up to 20 letter or A4 ppm

• Handles paper sizes from 8.5 by 5.5 inches up to 11 by 17

inches or A3.

• Prints on the following materials:

— 16 to 32 pound (60 to 120 GSM) paper in the main trays
— Transparencies
— Labels
— Letterheads
— Drilled paper
— Card stock (from Manual Feed slot)
— Envelopes (from Manual Feed slot).

• Eight MB of memory expandable to 20 MB

• Customer replaceable supplies help keep maintenance

simple.

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Coax interface features

Printer (Model) Type Speed CPI LPI Character sets

OVERVIEW

Your Xerox coax printer supports the following:

• IBM 9370 and 4381 host systems

• Coax Function Selection through Line (FSL) setup commands

• Support of SCS, DSC, 3270 Data Stream (LU1), PCL 5,

PostScript Level 2 and Intelligent Printer Data Stream (option)

• Flash PROM downloading of new firmware from the Coax

connector or shareport

• Emulation of the IBM printers listed below.

Table 1-1. Xerox coax printer emulations

3287 (1,2) Dot-matrix 80/120 cps

(models1/2)

3268 (2, 2C) Dot-matrix Up to 340

cps

3262 (3, 13) Band printer Up to 650

lpm

3812/3816 (1, 2)
Model 2-IPDS

4028 (NS1) Laser (300

Laser (240
dpi)

dip)

Up to 12/24
ppm

Up to 10
ppm

4214 (1) Dot-matrix Up to 200

cps

4245 (D12, D20) Band printer 1,200/2,000

lpm
(D12/D20)

6262 (D12, D14,
D22)

Band printer 1,200/1,400/

2200 lpm
(D12/D14/
D22)

10 3, 4, 6, 8 Various

10, 16.7 3, 4, 6, 8 Various

10 3, 4, 6, 8 Depends on band

mounted: 48—128
characters

10, 12, 15,
17

3, 4, 6, 8 User selectable with

61 standard fonts

N/A N/A Various fixed pitch

and typographic
with 32 resident

5, 10, 12,

3, 4, 6, 8 Various

15, 16.7
10 3, 4, 6, 8 Depends on band

mounted: 48—142
characters

10 3, 4, 6, 8 Depends on band

mounted: 48—192
characters

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OVERVIEW

Twinax interface features

Printer (Model) Type Speed CPI LPI Character sets

The Xerox twinax printer supports the following:

• IBM AS/400 mid-range computer, System/36, and System/38

host systems

• Operation in the EBCDIC mode and guarantees compatibility

with the AS/400 and host mainframe packages

• Twinax Function Selection via Line (FSL) setup commands

• Emulation of the IBM printers listed below.

Table 1-1. Xerox twinax printer emulations

3812/16 (in 5219
emulation mode)

Laser (240
spi)

12/24 ppm 10, 12, 15

proportional

4, 5.33, 6,
8, 9, 12

User selectable with
62 fonts

4028 (AS1)* Laser 10 ppm Various fixed pitch

and typographic
with 32 resident

4234 (2, 12, 13) Dot-band 410 lpm 10, 15 3, 4, 6, 8, 9

(n/288")

Depends on band
mounted: 198
characters

4245 (T12, T20) Band printer 2,000 lpm 10 6, 8 Depends on band

mounted: 48 to 142
characters

5219 (D01, D02) Daisywheel 24-38 cps 10, 12, 15

proportional

4, 5.33, 6,
8, 9, 12,

Depends on daisy­wheel mounted

24, 48

5224 (1, 2) Dot-matrix 60-240 lpm 10, 15 3, 4, 6, 8 Various with 96 and

188 characters

5225 (1, 2) Dot-matrix 90-400 lpm 10, 15 3, 4, 6, 8 Various with 96 and

188 characters

5256 (1, 3) Dot-matrix 120 cps 10 6, 8 Various with 96, 128,

and 188 characters

6262 (T12, T14) Band printer 1,400 lpm 10 3, 4, 6, 8 Depends on band

mounted: 48 to 192
characters

*The 4028 supports IPDS data stream only.

Optional features

Optional printer features include:

• Memory upgrades to 12 and 20 MB total.

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Printer components

OVERVIEW

Figure 1-1 shows the front and left side exterior view of the
printer. The printer components are identified in the text below
the figure. Each component is identified by a number in the
figure.

Figure 1-1. Printer components—front view

1 Top cover/output tray
2 Front cover
3 Roller cover
4 Face-up Output tray
5 Paper trays
6 Power switch
7 Power cord connector
8 Power cord cover
9 Control panel
10 Top cover release latch

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OVERVIEW

Figure 1-2 shows the rear view of the printer. The printer
components are identified in the text below the figure. Each
component is identified by a number in the figure.

Figure 1-2. Printer components—rear view

1 Manual feed tray
2 Rear paper access covers
3 Parallel port connector
4 Serial port connector
5 Paper support wire
6 Blank covers for printer interface connectors
7 Connector for future expansion

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2. Installation planning tasks

Successful installation depends upon you and Xerox. This
chapter outlines responsibilities for the various Xerox 4219/MRP
and 4215/MRP Mid Range Systems Printers installation tasks.

Xerox responsibilities

Your Xerox sales representative, analyst and service representative
help you with the installation of your printer. This section lists
the responsibilities for Xerox representative.

Xerox sales representative or analyst The following is a list of responsibilities for your Xerox sales

representative or analyst, prior to, during, and after installation:

• Assists in printer site selection.

• Orders the proper configuration based on your requirements.

• Orders the 5.25" diskette (for twinax) or the 9-track reel-to-

reel tape (for coax) if you require them instead of the
standard media shipped with the printer for the Xerox
Configuration and Resource Utility.

• Identifies the necessary third-party connectivity hardware to

support your operating environment.

• Assists in determining the proper communication interface

for your host computer system.

• Assists in completing the default selection checklists

contained in this guide.

• Monitors the progress of your installation tasks to ensure a

successful installation.

• Arranges with Xerox administration to schedule a delivery

date for the printer.

• Assists in placing the initial order of supplies and accessories.

Xerox service representative The following is a list of responsibilities for your Xerox service

representative, during and after installation:

• Installs the printer and performs initial system configuration.

• Performs maintenance on the printer which is not part of

routine operator maintenance.

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INSTALLATION PLANNING TASKS

Your responsibilities

Work with your Xerox sales representative or analyst to plan and
schedule the following installation activities:

• Establish a compatible operating environment for your host

computer system and printer:
— Ensure that all electrical and space requirements are met.
— Ensure that the correct interface cable is available.
— Order the necessary third-party connectivity hardware to

support your operating environment.

• Plan and schedule installation activities:

— Order paper, supplies, and accessories.
— Select, order, and load any optional fonts.
— Complete the preinstallation checklists, located in the

“Checklists” appendix, prior to printer installation. Your
Xerox service representative uses the checklists to
configure the printer to your operating environment.

— Arrange with Xerox administration to schedule a delivery

date for the printer.

The appropriate representative of your company also needs to
complete the following activities:

• Designate one or more persons in your organization as your

printer operator. Printer operators are trained by your Xerox
sales representative or analyst, and are responsible for the
care and maintenance of your printer.

• Designate one or more persons in your organization to

maintain printer supplies. This person may also be the
printer operator.

• Install and maintain the host operating system. Refer to the

Xerox Twinax Command Reference or the Xerox Coax
Command Reference (as appropriate) for information on

installation and operation procedures for the 4219/MRP or
4215/MRP within a twinaxial or coaxial environment.

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Installation countdown log

INSTALLATION PLANNING TASKS

To help you in planning for the installation of your printer, an
installation countdown log is provided. Refer to table 2-1 which
summarizes the tasks that must be performed, and when they
should occur in the four-week time period prior to installation
day.

Use the log as a guide to ensure a successful installation. If you
have any questions, please contact your Xerox sales
representative.

Table 2-1 follows the conventions listed below:

• The Week prior to installation column shows the

approximate time an activity should occur in relation to the
installation date. For example, “– 4” is four weeks prior to
installation.

• The Responsibility column identifies who should complete

the task.

• Date completed is the date the task was completed.

N Note: Indicated time frames are intended to serve as guidelines

only. Please consult your suppliers to determine exact lead
times.

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INSTALLATION PLANNING TASKS

Table 2-1. Installation countdown log

Week
prior
to
instal­lation Tasks Responsibility

– 4 Request 4219/MRP 4215/MRP font samples if required. Customer

Schedule the printer delivery date. Xerox

Date
completed

Order custom fonts and any modifications to existing fonts if

Customer
required. Depending on lead times, custom fonts may take
up to 6 weeks for delivery.

– 3 Select the site. Customer/Xerox

Prepare the site:

• Space requirements

• Electrical requirements

• Environmental requirements

Order interface accessories, cables, other media for utilities

Customer

Customer/Xerox
(if applicable):

• Gender changer

• Third-party network cables (such as twinaxial, coaxial,

parallel or serial interface cables)

• Special order media if required for Xerox Resource Utilities

Order the Xerox Customer Documentation Catalog Customer
Order licensed fonts Customer

– 2 Order consumable supplies:

• Paper

• Toner cartridges

Customer/Xerox

Select operator Customer

Order additional accessories and options Customer

– 1 Complete applicable checklists found in the “Checklists”

Customer/Xerox
appendix

– 0 Configure twinaxial or coaxial operating system to connect

Customer
the printer.

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Delivery requirements

3. Preinstallation

Although the Xerox 4219/MRP and 4215/MRP Mid Range Systems
Printers have interfaces that are not customer installable, the
following specifications help you plan for or change the location
of the printer.

Use the information in this chapter to complete Checklist 1: Site

preparation and Checklist 2: Twinax and Coax interface
configuration located in the “Checklists” appendix.

As you consider where to place the printer, do not forget to plan
for its delivery. Answer the questions listed below, and notify
your Xerox sales representative of any potential delivery
problems.

4219/MRP 4215/MRP dimensions

• Is the printer going to be upstairs?

• Is there an elevator large enough to accommodate the

printer?

• Do you have a loading dock or a specific door to which the

printer should be delivered?

The dimensions for the printer are shown in figure 3-1 to help
you plan for delivery and placement of the 4219/MRP or
4215/MRP.

You can also use figures 1-1 and 1-2 in the “Overview” chapter,
which show tray positions and cabling, as an additional visual aid
as you plan the placement of the printer.

Be sure the printer is placed on a level surface. A fully
configured printer weighs 83 pounds (40kg); therefore, you need
to place it on a surface that can support this weight.

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PREINSTALLATION

Space requirements

The following space requirements should be considered when
planning a location for the printer.

Figure 3-1 is a top view of the printer. These are the minimum
space requirements needed for operation and maintenance.
Front and right area must provide standing room access to allow
for clearance of paper jams and servicing of the printer.

The height requirement from the floor to the nearest overhead
obstruction within the specified space is a minimum of 78 inches
(198 cm).

Figure 3-1. Space requirements for operation (top view)

Electrical requirements

Table 3-1. Electrical requirments

Location category Voltage Current/power

U.S. and Canada 115, 60Hz 8 Amps
International 220/240, 50Hz 4 Amps

Voltage to the printer should not vary by more than 10 percent.

N Note: Momentary loss of power causes loss of downloaded

fonts in random access memory (RAM) and places the printer in
standby mode.

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