Printronix P4280 Guida di Configurazione

P4280 Line Matrix PrinterSetup Guide R

vi Table of Contents6 RibbonMinderOverview 6–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Configuring the Printer3–58Serial RS-232 Menu Options(From page 3–50)Serial RS–232Word LengthXON/XOFFACK/NAKETX/ACKDTR, RC, or RTSData Protocol*8 Bits

3–59Configuring the PrinterData ProtocolThe Data Protocol parameter selects one of several different serial interfaceprotocols. These protocols provid

Configuring the Printer3–60Stop BitThe Stop Bit parameter sets the number of stop bits in the serial data word.Either one or two stop bits can be sele

3–61Configuring the PrinterData Term ReadyThe Data Term Ready parameter selects how the printer controls the DataTerminal Ready (DTR) signal. DTR is a

Configuring the Printer3–62Reverse ChannelThe Reverse Channel parameter selects how the printer controls the ReverseChannel (RC) signal. RC is a contr

3–63Configuring the PrinterLoad Parameters Menu OptionsYou can load one of four sets of previously-saved parameters, one of threesets of permanently-s

Configuring the Printer3–64Load Saved Parameters (1, 2, 3, or 4)NOTE: Although you can use this menu to load customized configurations,it is recommend

3–65Configuring the PrinterLoad Factory ParametersPressing ENTER when this message is displayed loads thepermanently-stored factory-set default parame

Configuring the Printer3–66Save Parameters Menu OptionsYou can save up to four configurations to meet different print jobrequirements. A configuration

3–67Configuring the PrinterDiagnostics Menu OptionsPrint Datastreamin Hex. CodeDiagnostics(From page 3–25)Press ENTERto print theconfigurationOff–Line

1–1Introduction1 IntroductionChapter ContentsAbout This Setup Guide 1–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Configuring the Printer3–68The Diagnostics Menu allows you to do the following:• Print out a listing of the current printer configuration.• Print out

4–1Printer Interfaces4 Printer InterfacesChapter ContentsOverview 4–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4–2 Printer InterfacesOverviewThe printer interface is the point where the data line from the host computerplugs into the printer. The interface proce

4–3Printer InterfacesDataproducts Parallel InterfaceThe Dataproducts parallel interface allows the printer to operate with a50-pin AMP Ampilite HDH-20

4–4 Printer InterfacesDataproducts Parallel Interface SignalsTable 4–1 lists the Dataproducts interface connector pin assignments.Dataproducts-compati

4–5Printer InterfacesDataproducts Parallel Interface ConfigurationThe printer is configured at the factory to match the interface specified by thecust

4–6 Printer InterfacesCentronics Parallel InterfaceThe Centronics parallel interface enables the printer to operate withcontrollers designed for buffe

4–7Printer InterfacesCentronics Parallel Interface SignalsTable 4–2 lists the Centronics interface connector pin assignments.Centronics-compatible int

4–8 Printer InterfacesCentronics Parallel Interface ConfigurationThe printer is configured at the factory to match the interface specified by thecusto

4–9Printer InterfacesAlternate Terminating ResistorsThe factory equips the printer with 470 ohm pull-up and 1K ohm pull-downterminating resistors, loc

1–2IntroductionAbout This Setup GuideThis Setup Guide is designed so you can quickly install and configure yourP4280 printer.How to Locate Information

4–10 Printer InterfacesRS-232 Serial InterfaceThe RS-232 Serial interface enables the printer to operate with bit serialdevices compatible with an RS-

4–11Printer InterfacesTransmitted Data — Serial data stream from the printer for transmittingstatus and control information to the host. Subject to pr

4–12 Printer Interfaceswith an End of Text (ETX) signal. When the printer receives the ETX, it willacknowledge the ETX, thereby acknowledging it has r

4–13Printer InterfacesRS-232 Serial Interface ConfigurationThe printer is configured at the factory to match the interface specified by thecustomer. Y

4–14 Printer Interfaces

5–1Routine Service and Diagnostics5 Routine Service and DiagnosticsChapter ContentsOverview 5–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5–2Routine Service and DiagnosticsOverviewThis chapter discusses general cleaning, running diagnostic tests, andunderstanding fault messages.The print

5–3Routine Service and DiagnosticsCleaning Inside the CabinetOver time, particles of paper and ink accumulate inside impact printers. Thisis normal. P

5–4Routine Service and Diagnostics4. Using a soft–bristled brush and vacuum cleaner, brush and vacuumpaper and dust particles from the paper path, rib

5–5Routine Service and DiagnosticsSplinedBaseTractorFormsThicknessLeverGuide (2)PanRibbonShaftShuttleCoverAssemblyTractorFigure 5–2. Cleaning the Prin

1–3IntroductionKeys and Display MessagesKeys and indicators that are labeled on the printer are printed in uppercase.Example: Press the ON LINE key.Me

5–6Routine Service and DiagnosticsDiagnostic TestsWith the exception of testing the interface between the printer and the hostcomputer (and the associ

5–7Routine Service and DiagnosticsThe following diagnostic tests are available:• Shift Recycle A “sliding” alphanumeric pattern used to identify miss

5–8Routine Service and Diagnostics• Paperout AdjustA pattern used to determine the number of dot rows from the completionof a paper out fault to the e

5–9Routine Service and DiagnosticsPrint Data Stream in Hex CodeFrom the menu “Print Datastream in Hex. Code,” pressing the B key selects“Off-Line Hex

5–10Routine Service and DiagnosticsShuttle Strokes: The cumulative number of back-and-forth shuttlestrokes that the printer has performed during norm

5–11Routine Service and DiagnosticsRunning the Diagnostic TestsStep Press Result Notes1. Press:ON LINEOff–LineReady 1The printer must be off-line tose

5–12Routine Service and DiagnosticsStep NotesResultPress10. To start thetest, press:ENTERRunning Test(Name of test)Phase Adjustment(Phasing Adj. Numbe

5–13Routine Service and DiagnosticsPrinting Hex CodeA hex code printout (or hex dump) translates all incoming data tohexadecimal equivalents. A hex du

5–14Routine Service and DiagnosticsStepPress Result Notes1. Press:ON LINEOff–LineReady 1The printer must beoff-line to place it in hexdump mode.2. Rai

5–15Routine Service and DiagnosticsStep NotesResultPress10. To start the hex dump:Send the data from the host computer to the printer. The data will p

1–4IntroductionThe P4280 Line Matrix PrinterThe P4280 printer incorporates the latest refinements in line matrix printingtechnology, yet is very easy

5–16Routine Service and DiagnosticsFault MessagesIf a fault condition occurs in the printer, the status lamps on the control panelflash on and off, an

5–17Routine Service and DiagnosticsTable 5–1. Fault MessagesFaultMessageOperatorCorrectable?Explanation Solution48 Volt Failed * No Internal power fai

5–18Routine Service and DiagnosticsTable 5–1. Fault Messages (Continued)FaultMessageOperatorCorrectable?Explanation SolutionNOVRAM * No Non-volatile m

6–1RibbonMinder6 RibbonMindertChapter ContentsOverview 6–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6–2 RibbonMinderOverviewThis chapter explains how RibbonMinder works and how to configure itto meet your specific print job requirements. RibbonMinder

6–3RibbonMinderRunning a JobOnce you have set up your parameters for RibbonMinder, it works withoutattention. Normally, you only need to select the Ri

6–4 RibbonMinderConfiguring the RibbonMinderThe following procedures explain how to set each RibbonMinder parameterand either exit the configuration m

6–5RibbonMinderNewPress ENTER to enterthe Analyze Job mode.RibbonAnalyzeJobPress ENTER to resetribbon life to 100%.A new ribbon mustbe installed after

6–6 RibbonMinderSetting Up a New RibbonThe New Ribbon parameter allows you to reset the ribbon life after replacinga worn ribbon. Also follow this pro

6–7RibbonMinderStep NotesResultPress8. Remove the old ribbon and install a new one (see the Operator’s Guide). If you try to print beforechanging the

1–5IntroductionStandard FeaturesGeneral• Quiet operation• Print speeds of up to 800 lines per minute (lpm)Host Computer Interface• Dataproducts-compat

6–8 RibbonMinderSetting Ribbon SizeFollow this procedure when first setting up RibbonMinder parameters or ifyou are changing the ribbon to a different

6–9RibbonMinderStep NotesResultPress9.ENTERCurrently xxxChange RibbonSelects the displayed value.10.ANDTHENCurrently xxxNew Size xxx*To ensure that yo

6–10 RibbonMinderEnabling and Disabling RibbonMinderThe Enable/Disable parameter allows you to enable or disableRibbonMinder. You may want to disable

6–11RibbonMinderStep NotesResultPress8.Ribbon Life xxx% Enable ActionToggles between Enable andDisable Action.9.ENTERRibbon Life xxx% Enable Action *E

6–12 RibbonMinderWhen Worn ActionThis parameter allows you to choose what the printer will do when theribbon life reaches 0%. The following options ar

6–13RibbonMinderStep NotesResultPress6.UNTILRibbon Life xxx% When Worn Action7.When Worn ActionTo Stop Printer *8.UNTILWhen Worn ActionVisual AlarmPre

6–14 RibbonMinderAnalyzing JobsThe Analyze Job parameter allows you to enter the job analysis mode todetermine job rates for various print jobs. The j

6–15RibbonMinderSetting Analyze Job ModeStep Press Result Notes1.ON LINEOff–Line xxx% Ready 1The printer must be off-line tochange the configuration.2

6–16 RibbonMinderStep NotesResultPress11.ON LINEOn–Line 1000A (Current Font) 1Places the printer on-line. Theprinter must be on-line toanalyze a job.

6–17RibbonMinderAnalyzing Jobs QuicklyTo analyze a job without running the entire ribbon, follow these steps:1. Generate a sample printout of the job.

1–6Introduction• Character attribute specification:1) Selectable pitch: normal, expanded, and compressed2) Emphasized (“shadow”) printing3) Double str

6–18 RibbonMinderSetting the Job RateThe Job Rate parameter describes the rate at which a particular print jobwears out the ribbon. Values can range f

6–19RibbonMinderStepPress Result Notes1. Verify that the job rate has been recorded in “Analyze Job” mode. Refer to the previous section,“Analyzing Jo

6–20 RibbonMinderStep NotesResultPress10.UNTILCurrently xxxNew Rate (Desired value)Press " or A to cycle throughthe job rates until you reach th

6–21RibbonMinderRibbonMinder Host Data Stream CommandsIn addition to controlling the RibbonMinder feature from the printer’s controlpanel, you can als

6–22 RibbonMinderEnable/DisableENABLE printer actionCommand: SFCC r EDISABLE printer actionCommand: SFCC r D

A–1Printer SpecificationsA Printer SpecificationsContentsRibbon Specifications A–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

A–2 Printer SpecificationsRibbon SpecificationsNOTE: Use only the ribbons listed below. Each kit contains six ribbons.Extended Life Text Ribbon Kit P/

A–3Printer SpecificationsLabelsOn Backing One-part continuous perforated fanfold back form.Labels must be placed at least 1/6 inch from thefanfold per

A–4 Printer SpecificationsEnvironmental CharacteristicsTemperatureOperating 41° to 104° F (5° to 40° C) up to 5000 feet (1524 meters)41° to 90° F (5°

A–5Printer SpecificationsElectrical CharacteristicsInput PowerVoltage (RMS) 100 to 120 VAC or 200 to 240 VACPhase SingleFrequency 50 or 60 HzMax RMS C

1–7IntroductionOptional FeaturesWe offer a variety of options that enable you to fine-tune your printer tonearly any printing application:• Intelligen

A–6 Printer SpecificationsInterfacesType Resident parallel (two) and serial (one)Logic Levels TTL (parallel interfaces)RS-232 (serial interface)Data F

A–7Printer SpecificationsTable A–1. Nominal Print Rates PerformancePlotUppercaseOnlyDescenders& UnderlineLPM*LPM* IPM**PrintDimensionsDotDensity(

A–8 Printer Specifications

B–1Line Matrix PrintingB A Quick Look at Line Matrix PrintingContentsCharacter Formation B–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

B–2Line Matrix PrintingCharacter FormationThe P4280 is an impact printer: It creates characters by printing ink dots onpaper. Dots overlap to produce

B–3Line Matrix PrintingSerial matrix printers use a moving printhead with pins to form singlecharacters sequentially along the printed line. Unlike se

B–4Line Matrix PrintingPrinting SpeedThe speed of text printing is measured in lines per minute (lpm). This speedis dependent upon the number of dot r

C–1ASCII Character SetC ASCII Character SetKEYASCII Character NameESC33271BOCTAL equivalentDECIMAL equivalentHEX equivalentB7 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1B6 0B5 00

C–2ASCII Character Set

D–1Predefined Configuration ValuesD Predefined Configuration ValuesOverviewThe printer contains four predefined configurations. A configuration is agr

1–8IntroductionProtocols and EmulationsProtocolsA protocol is a set of rules governing the exchange of information betweenthe printer and its host com

D–2Predefined Configuration ValuesTable D–1. Factory Default Configuration Values ConfigurationParameterFactory DefaultValueConfigurationParameterFact

D–3Predefined Configuration ValuesTable D–1. Factory Default Configuration Values (Continued)ConfigurationParameterFactory DefaultValueConfigurationPa

D–4Predefined Configuration ValuesTable D–2. IGP Configuration ValuesConfigurationParameterFactory DefaultValueConfigurationParameterFactory DefaultVa

D–5Predefined Configuration ValuesTable D–3. IBM 3287 and 5225 Configuration ValuesConfigurationParameterFactory DefaultValueConfigurationParameterFac

D–6Predefined Configuration Values

Glossary–1GlossaryAactive column The horizontal location on the paper where the next character willprint.active line The vertical location on the pape

Glossary–2Ccharacter cell The invisible rectangular space occupied by a character, includingthe white space around the character. The height of a cell

Glossary–3compressed Refers to a typeface with a font width approximately 60% smallerthan normal. Character height is not changed.configuration Refers

Glossary–4DIP switch A DIP equipped with switches. A typical DIP switch has fromfour to ten individual switches mounted in its package. Theindividual

Glossary–5font The complete set of a given size of type, including characters,symbols, figures, punctuation marks, ligatures, signs, and accents.To fu

2–1Setting Up the Printer2 Setting Up the PrinterChapter ContentsBefore You Begin 2–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Glossary–6HS Abbrev. for high speedHz Abbrev. for Hertz. Cycles per second, a measure of frequency.IIGP Intelligent Graphics Processor. An interface t

Glossary–7Mmonospaced See font, monospaced.NNLQ Abbrev. for near letter quality.NVRAM Abbrev. for nonvolatile random-access memory. A type of RAMin wh

Glossary–8pixel Derived from picture (PIX) ELement. The smallest displayablepicture element on a video monitor or printable unit. In printing, apixel

Glossary–9read To retrieve data from memory (RAM, NVRAM) or from massstorage (hard disk, floppy diskette, etc.).reset To turn off, deactivate, disable

Glossary–10start bits In serial data transfer, a signal indicating the beginning of acharacter or data element.stop bits In serial data transfer, a si

Index–1IndexNumbers0% Ribbon life, 6–1248 Volt Failed message, 5–1780–9F Hex parameter, 3–38AACK/NAK serial protocol, 4–11Acoustic noise levels, A–4Ad

Index–2menu diagrams, 3–24power–up, 3–16predefined, D–1printing current values, 3–11printout, 5–8RibbonMinder, 6–4RS-232 serial interface, 4–13saving,

Index–3Error messages, 5–16ETX/ACK serial protocol, 4–12EVFU slew relative feature, 3–48FFactory configuration, 3–9, D–2loading, 3–64Fast Busy paramet

Index–4Interfacing with host, RibbonMinder, 6–21Interference, radio frequency, A–5JJob Rate parameter, 3–27Job rate, setting (RibbonMinder), 6–18, 6–2

Index–5Overstrike parameter, 3–39PP–Series protocol, 3–34P–Series XQ protocol, 3–34Paperloading, 2–13perforation, skipping over, 3–46slewing, 3–41, 3–

2–2 Setting Up the PrinterBefore You BeginRead this chapter carefully before installing and operating the printer.The printer is easy to install, but

Index–6RRadio Frequency Interference. See RFIRate, job (RibbonMinder), 6–18Rates, printing and plotting, B–4Related documents, 1–3Request to Send para

Index–7RS-232 serial interface, 4–10Site requirements, 2–2Skipping over perforation, 3–46Slew Relative parameter, 3–48Slewing paper, 1–6, 3–36, 3–41,

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2–3Setting Up the Printer• Is located within the maximum allowable distance to the host computer,as shown below:Type of InterfaceMaximum Distance toHo

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2–5Setting Up the PrinterRemove the Shipping RestraintsWARNINGTo prevent possible injury, do not connect the AC power source beforeremoving the shippi

2–6 Setting Up the PrinterRemove the Tie Wraps and Cardboard Packing1. Raise the printer cover.2. Cut and remove the tie wraps securing the upper pape

2–7Setting Up the PrinterRemove the Protective FilmCarefully peel the protective film off the control panel. (See Figure 2–3.)Protective FilmFigure 2–

2–8 Setting Up the PrinterRemove the Platen Protective Foam1. Open the left and right tractor gates. Push the tractor locks down. Movethe tractors out

2–9Setting Up the PrinterRemove the Hammer Bank Protective FoamRotate the hammer bank protective foam toward the front of the printer andremove it fro

2–10 Setting Up the PrinterRelease the Paper Chains1. Open the rear cabinet door.2. Cut the tie wraps and release the paper chains from the bags at th

2–11Setting Up the PrinterConnect the Power Cord1. Make sure the printer power switch is set to O (off). (See Figure 2–7.)2. Connect the printer power

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2–12 Setting Up the PrinterConnect the Interface Cable1. Connect the interface cable (customer supplied) to the appropriate printerinterface connector

2–13Setting Up the PrinterLoad the PaperThis section explains how to load paper for the first time.1. Open the printer top cover.2. Raise the forms th

2–14 Setting Up the Printer5. Open the front door of the cabinet. Align the paper supply with the labelon the floor of the printer. If possible, use f

2–15Setting Up the Printer7. Pull the paper above and behind the ribbon mask, which is asilver-colored metal strip. (See the ribbon path diagram on th

2–16 Setting Up the Printer9. Align the paper according to the paper scale on the shuttle cover byturning the horizontal adjustment knob until the lef

2–17Setting Up the Printer10. Set the printer power switch to | (on). (See Figure 2–7, page 2–11.) Theprinter warms up and tests itself. The message “

2–18 Setting Up the PrinterSet the Top of Form1. Make sure the forms thickness lever is raised as far as it will go.FormsThicknessLeverFigure 2–15. Th

2–19Setting Up the Printer3. Lower the forms thickness lever. Set it to match the paper thickness. Ifyou are using single-part forms, set the forms th

2–20 Setting Up the PrinterInstall the Ribbon1. Raise the forms thickness lever as far as it will go.FormsThicknessLeverFigure 2–18. The Forms Thickne

2–21Setting Up the Printer4. Refer to Figure 2–19 and to the ribbon path diagram on the shuttle cover,and thread the ribbon as follows: Starting from

US and CANADA Radio Interference NoteNote: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1

2–22 Setting Up the PrinterTest the PrinterStep Press Result Notes1. The printer should be turned on and loaded with paper and ribbon. The top cover s

2–23Setting Up the PrinterStep NotesResultPress9. To stop thetest, press:ENTERPrinter TestShift RecycleStops printing.10. Examine the print quality of

2–24 Setting Up the Printer

3–1Configuring the Printer3 Configuring the PrinterChapter ContentsOverview 3–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Configuring the Printer3–2Buffer Size 3–34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Uppercase Se

3–3Configuring the PrinterSlow Paper Slew 3–49. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Host Interface Men

Configuring the Printer3–4Load Factory Parameters 3–65. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Save Parameters Menu O

3–5Configuring the PrinterOverviewIMPORTANTConfiguration directly affects printer operation. Do not change theconfiguration of your printer until you

Configuring the Printer3–6Off–LineReadyCharacter SetRibbon Life FontSave ParametersLoad ParametersDiagnosticsApplicationCompatibilityPaper FormatHost

3–7Configuring the PrinterOperating StatesThe printer has two operating states: on-line and off-line. When the printer ison-line, it is controlled by

iTable of ContentsTable of Contents1IntroductionAbout This Setup Guide 1–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Configuring the Printer3–8Unlocking the ENTER KeyTo change a parameter, such as line spacing, you must unlock the ENTERkey. With the printer off-line,

3–9Configuring the PrinterSaving ParametersYou can change a parameter, such as line spacing or form length, by pressingkeys on the control panel or by

Configuring the Printer3–10Factory Default Configuration ValuesThe printer is configured at the factory as shown in Table 3–1. All of thevalues are pe

3–11Configuring the PrinterTable 3–1. Factory Default Configuration Values (Continued)ConfigurationParameterFactory DefaultValueConfigurationParameter

Configuring the Printer3–12Printing the Current ConfigurationConfigurationDiagnosticsPrintoutThe configuration printout lists the configuration parame

3–13Configuring the PrinterStep NotesResultPress7.ENTERConfigurationPrintingThe configuration listingbegins printing.8. Wait until theprinter stopspri

Configuring the Printer3–14Changing Configuration ValuesPaper FormatSet at 6 LPISet at 8 LPISet at 10.3 LPILine Spacing Form Length Set Auto Line Feed

3–15Configuring the PrinterStepPress Result Notes1. Make a configuration printout. Refer to “Printing the Current Configuration” on page 3–12. Youmay

Configuring the Printer3–16Step NotesResultPress11.ORLine SpacingSet at X LPI *Cycle through the values(6, 8, or 10.3 LPI).12.ENTERLine SpacingSet at

3–17Configuring the PrinterSaving Your New ConfigurationSave ParametersValues SavedSave ParametersXX = Current ConfigurationOnce you have changed all

ii Table of ContentsInstall the Ribbon 2–20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Test the Printe

Configuring the Printer3–18StepPress Result Notes1. Verify you have made all of the necessary changes to your current configuration. Return to thetop

3–19Configuring the PrinterLoading Predefined ConfigurationsLoad ParametersLoad SavedParameters 1Load IGPLoad IBM 3287Load FactoryParametersLoad IBM 5

Configuring the Printer3–20StepPress Result Notes1. Press:ON LINEOff–LineReady 1The printer must be off-lineto load a configuration.2. Raise the print

3–21Configuring the PrinterStep NotesResultPress10.+ENTER SwitchLockedPrevents settings from beingchanged.11. Close the printer cover.12.ON LINEOn–Lin

Configuring the Printer3–22Loading Customized ConfigurationsCONFIGFigure 3–3. The CONFIG KeyA configuration contains a group of parameters that are se

3–23Configuring the PrinterResetting the Printer to Default or Saved ParametersPrinter reset is also called initializing the printer. This procedure c

Configuring the Printer3–24Configuration Menu DiagramsThe Configuration Menu diagrams on the following pages show the structureof the configuration me

3–25Configuring the PrinterOff–LineReadyCharacter SetRibbon Life FontSave ParametersLoad ParametersDiagnosticsApplicationCompatibilityPaper FormatHost

Configuring the Printer3–26Ribbon Life Menu OptionsRibbonMinder monitors ink consumption to ensure quality printing. Chapter6 explains how to use thi

3–27Configuring the PrinterNew RibbonWhenever you install a new ribbon, you must reset the ribbon life to 100%.Set Job RateThe job rate describes the

iiiTable of ContentsPaper Advance SW (Switch) 3–36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power On State 3–36. . . . . . .

Configuring the Printer3–28Enable/DisableTurns RibbonMinder on or off. Even with RibbonMinder off, the printercontinues to calculate ink consumption.

3–29Configuring the PrinterDP AT 10 CPIDP AT 12 CPIDP AT 13 CPIDP AT 15 CPIDP AT 17 CPIDP AT 20 CPINLQ AT 10 CPINLQ AT 12 CPINLQ AT 12.9 CPINLQ AT 15

Configuring the Printer3–30Character Set Menu OptionsSelectLanguageMULTINATIONALASCIIFRENCHGERMANENGLISHDANISHSWEDISHITALIANSPANISHJAPANESEFRENCH CANA

3–31Configuring the PrinterFigure 3–7 shows the Character Set Menu. This menu defines whichcharacter code or symbol set the printer uses, including ba

Configuring the Printer3–32Application Compatibility Menu OptionsThe Application Compatibility parameters, shown in Figure 3–8, control theoverall ope

3–33Configuring the PrinterPrinterProtocolBufferSizeUnidirectional SelectSFCCApplicationCompatibilityPaperAdvance SWPower OnState80–9FHex.ControlCode

Configuring the Printer3–34Printer ProtocolThe Printer Protocol parameter enables you to set the desired printeremulation.• P-Series: Standard Printro

3–35Configuring the PrinterUppercase SelectThe Uppercase Select parameter controls how the printer handles lowercasecharacters it receives from the ho

Configuring the Printer3–36Paper Advance SW (Switch)The Paper Advance SW parameter controls the action of the Form Feed (FF)key on the printer’s contr

3–37Configuring the PrinterAlarm On Fault The Alarm On Fault parameter determines whether or not the audible alarmsounds on a printer fault, such as a

iv Table of ContentsData Polarity 3–53. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Response Polarity

Configuring the Printer3–38Select SFCCThe Select SFCC feature allows you to select which ASCII codes willfunction as the command delimiter (Special Fu

3–39Configuring the PrinterControl Code 08The Control Code 08 feature defines the function of ASCII code 08 hex(BS). You can select a Backspace functi

Configuring the Printer3–40Compress PrintCompressed print characters are narrower than the normal character set. Thisis helpful for applications where

3–41Configuring the PrinterFont Select / ElongatedThe Font Select / Elongated parameter controls how the printer interprets thehex codes 08 and 0E.• F

Configuring the Printer3–42Paper Format Menu OptionsTo view options, press:DOWNUPRIGHTLEFTTo select an option, press ENTERTo exit configuration (retur

3–43Configuring the PrinterLine SpacingThe Line Spacing feature sets the number of lines to be printed per inch (lpi).At 6 lpi, for example, print lin

Configuring the Printer3–44Auto Line FeedThe Auto Line Feed feature may be enabled to prevent data from being“lost” beyond the right margin. When the

3–45Configuring the PrinterVFU (Vertical Format Unit) SelectThe VFU Select feature controls how the printer handles vertical formatting.• EVFU: Enable

Configuring the Printer3–46VFU (Vertical Format Unit) TableThe VFU Table feature controls how the printer handles the VFU formattinginformation, which

3–47Configuring the PrinterPaperout AdjustThe Paperout Adjust feature allows you to adjust the Paper Out distance fromthe perforation; that is, the la

vTable of Contents4 Printer InterfacesOverview 4–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Configuring the Printer3–48PRÉCAUTIONSLorsque la fonction PMD est désactivée, le déplacement du papier n’estplus contrôlé. L’imprimante ne signale plu

3–49Configuring the PrinterSlow Paper SlewWhen enabled, the Slow Paper Slew option slows the rate at which paperadvances into the stacking area of the

Configuring the Printer3–50Host Interface Menu OptionsFigure 3–10 shows the Host Interface Menu. From this menu, you can selectone of three types of i

3–51Configuring the PrinterCentronics Menu Options*CentronicsEnableDisableData Bit 8*DisableEnablePI Line*StandardInvertedData Polarity*Resp. Polarity

Configuring the Printer3–52Data Bit 8The Data Bit 8 parameter allows access to the extended ASCII character set.Normally, this parameter is enabled. W

3–53Configuring the PrinterData PolarityThe Data Polarity parameter can be set to Standard or Inverted. It must be setto match the Data Polarity of yo

Configuring the Printer3–54Strobe PolarityThe Data Strobe Polarity parameter can be set to Standard or Inverted. Itmust be set to match the Data Strob

3–55Configuring the PrinterDataproducts Menu OptionsEnableDisableData Bit 8*PI LineStandardInvertedData Polarity*Resp. PolarityStandardInvertedStrobe

Configuring the Printer3–56Data Bit 8The Data Bit 8 parameter allows access to the extended ASCII character set.Normally, this parameter is enabled. W

3–57Configuring the PrinterResponse PolarityThe Response Polarity parameter can be set to Standard or Inverted. It mustbe set to match the Response Po