Printronix L5035 Manual do Utilizador

User’s ManualThe Printronix L5035 Multifunction Printer

Trademark AcknowledgementsIBM, OS/2, and Proprinter are registered trademarks, and IPDS and PC-DOS are trademarks of International Business Machines C

Chapter 3 Printer Configuration100 Display LanguageDisplay Language allows you to select the language used for control panel messages and configuratio

Font Memory Menu101Font Memory Menu Font MemoryMax Char Memory50 Kbytes100 Kbytes150 Kbytes.300 kbytes*.900 KbytesMax Cache Memory50 Kbytes100 Kbytes1

Chapter 3 Printer Configuration102 NOTE: The Font Memory Menu is not available in the PCL5 emulation. For most applications, the default settings for

Font Memory Menu103Max Cache MemoryThe Maximum Cache Memory option specifies the size of the memory block that can be allocated to the font cache. The

Chapter 3 Printer Configuration104 The allowable range is 1 KBytes to 20 KBytes, in 1-KByte increments. The default value for this parameter is 1 KByt

Test Print Menu105Test Print Menu The Test print menu defines and activates a test printout. You must specify the test pattern and the number of pages

Chapter 3 Printer Configuration106 Print Statistics MenuThe Print Statistics menu provides access to information about memory capacity and printer usa

Maintenance Menu107Maintenance Menu The Maintenance menu provides access to information about service levels for end-users and service technicians.Use

Chapter 3 Printer Configuration108 Virtual Printer MenuThe Virtual Printer menu allows the user to select which emulation they want to use that is cur

Loading Flash Memory (If Equipped)109Loading Flash Memory (If Equipped)Printer emulation and operating system software are loaded into flash memory at

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Chapter 3 The CNVT2FLS Utility Program110 The CNVT2FLS Utility ProgramThe CNVT2FLS program is a DOS utility that is supplied with the flash software o

Loading Flash Memory (If Equipped)111• The first file name following the command name is the name of the input file that you want to convert.• The sec

Chapter 3 Downloading Into Flash Memory112 7. To convert a setup file, enter the following at the DOS prompt, for example:CNVT2FLS setup.ptx setup.dwn

Loading Flash Memory (If Equipped)113To download emulation software, as well as downloadable files for logos, forms, TIFF, setup, and fonts to the pri

Chapter 3 Downloading Into Flash Memory114 12. Connect the parallel data cable to the parallel port of the printer.13. Plug the printer AC power plug

Loading Flash Memory (If Equipped)115The file name of the compressed file on the diskette takes the form part_num.zip, for example 123456.zip.24. At t

Chapter 3 Downloading Into Flash Memory116 30. Type the following at the DOS prompt:DIR <Return>You will see a directory listing containing the

Loading Flash Memory (If Equipped)11737. At the DOS prompt on the computer type, for example:123456.exe -pb <Return>where 123456.exe is the emul

Chapter 3 Downloading Into Flash Memory118 45. On the printer control panel, press and hold down the ONLINE + PAGE EJECT keys. Without releasing the k

Loading Flash Memory (If Equipped)11951. Download the files to the printer by using the DOS copy command. You can download the files one at a time by

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Chapter 3 Downloading Into Flash Memory120 60. Disconnect the parallel data cable from the computer and from the printer.61. Reconnect the customer’s

Flash Messages121Flash MessagesTable 2. Flash MessagesError Code Message ExplanationH0 TEST HARDWAREPLEASE WAITThe printer is running its hardware sel

Chapter 3 Downloading Into Flash Memory122 K2 WRONG FILECHECKSUMThe printer detected emulation or file corruption during download or emulation bootup.

1234 Consumables ReplacementConsumable ReplacementReplacement IntervalsFor the best print quality, replace the printer consumables at the intervals sp

Chapter 4 Consumable Replacement124 Replacing The Toner CartridgeNOTE: When replacing the toner cartridge, put the old cartridge on a disposable wrapp

Replacing The Toner Cartridge1253. Rotate the old toner cartridge counterclockwise until the notch is aligned with the pin in the toner hopper, and re

Chapter 4 Consumable Replacement126 7. With the cover tape facing up, begin inserting the cartridge into the toner hopper, and slowly pull off the cov

Replacing The Toner Cartridge1279. Rotate the cartridge clockwise until it stops.Legend: 1) Toner Cartridge10. If any toner has spilled, remove it wit

Chapter 4 Consumable Replacement128 Replacing The Waste Toner BottleWhen the “WASTE TONER FULL” message appears on the control panel, replace the wast

Replacing The Waste Toner Bottle1293. Remove the cap from the outside of the waste toner bottle, and cap the toner bottle.Legend: 1) Cap 2) Waste Tone

13Table of Contents1 Introduction...19About This Manual...

Chapter 4 Consumable Replacement130 Installing The Photoreceptor DrumDrum life depends on media used and proper maintenance and operation of the print

Installing The Photoreceptor Drum1314. Remove the three thumbscrews on the upper inner cover. Then remove the cover.Legend: 1) Upper Inner Cover 2) Th

Chapter 4 Consumable Replacement132 6. Remove the developing unit by holding the lever in one hand and pulling the developing unit partially out of th

Installing The Photoreceptor Drum133CAUTIONThe transfer charger must be in the down position to avoid scratching the drum. Failure to perform steps 9

Chapter 4 Consumable Replacement134 10. Lower the transport unit by turning the green lever on the transport unit to the left.Legend: 1) Green Lever1

Installing The Photoreceptor Drum13511. Loosen the three thumbscrews securing the drum plate and remove the drum plate.Legend: 1) Drum Plate 2) Thumbs

Chapter 4 Consumable Replacement136 13. Remove the nut from the end of the drum shaft.Legend: 1) Nut14. Screw the drum auxiliary rod onto the drum sha

Installing The Photoreceptor Drum137CAUTIONAvoid touching the surface of the drum with your hands, which reduces the life of the drum.15. Carefully pu

Chapter 4 Consumable Replacement138 19. Using both hands, carefully slide the drum onto the drum auxiliary rod. When the drum reaches the area where t

Proper Disposal Of A Drum Unit13926. Install the developing unit.(See page 140.)27. Raise the transport unit by reversing step 10.28. Install the uppe

Table of Contents14 Function Keys ...48ONLINE Key ...

Chapter 4 Consumable Replacement140 Developing Unit InstallationCAUTIONFailure to perform step 1 will damage the photoreceptor drum.1. On the developi

Developing Unit Installation1413. Rotate the hanger to the right so that it rests against the developing unit, and push the developing unit in.4. Rota

Chapter 4 Consumable Replacement142 5. Rotate the developing unit lever fully counterclockwise to lock the developing unit in place.6. Install the upp

Replacing The Developer143Replacing The DeveloperLegend: 1) Toner Cartridge 2) Toner Hopper 3) Auger 4) Toner Sensor 5) Developing Tank 6) Developing

Chapter 4 Consumable Replacement144 IMPORTANTWhen replacing developer in an existing developing unit, you must empty and clean the unit before adding

Developing Unit Removal1456. Remove the three screws on the developing unit cover and remove the cover.Legend: 1) Toner Spray-Guard BrushCAUTIONThe to

Chapter 4 Consumable Replacement146 10. Vacuum the toner from the toner spray-guard brush on the developing unit.11. Shake the new developer bottle se

Replacing The Developing Unit147Replacing The Developing UnitCAUTIONDo not do this procedure unless you have received the appropriate training. Do not

Chapter 4 Consumable Replacement148 4. Remove the three thumbscrews and the upper inner cover.Legend: 1) Upper Inner Cover 2) Thumbscrews122

Replacing The Developing Unit149CAUTIONFailure to perform step 5 will damage the photoreceptor drum.5. Rotate the developing unit lever fully clockwis

Table of Contents15Virtual Printer Menu ...108Loading Flash Memory (If Equipped)...

Chapter 4 Consumable Replacement150 7. With your other hand, grasp the hanger and remove the developing unit from the printer.Legend: 1) Hanger8. Plac

1515 Scheduled MaintenanceMaintaining Print QualityTo maintain good print quality, clean the printer according to the schedules and procedures listed

Chapter 5 Maintenance Tools152 Maintenance ToolsIn order to perform maintenance on the printer, you need the following tools:Recommended toner vacuum

153Service Level Page CountsIMPORTANTKeep a record of all maintenance done on your printer. Maintenance log sheets are provided in Appendix A. Photoco

Chapter 5 Clearing Service Level Messages154 A service level includes all levels precede it. For example, at 150,000 pages, you should do Level B and

User Cleaning Schedule155Maintenance SchedulesUser Cleaning ScheduleEach time you perform maintenance, you must reset the service level page count by

Chapter 5 Maintenance Schedules156 User Replacement ScheduleReplace the following items after the specified number of letter size pages (4% coverage)

Tech Service Replacement Schedule157Tech Service Replacement ScheduleUse the following maintenance kits to replace the listed printer components after

Chapter 5 Maintenance Schedules158 Item Part NumberMaintenance Kit, Level E, L5035 706803-001• Main charger• Precharger• Transfer charger• Smoke filte

Tech Service Replacement Schedule159Maintenance Kit, Level F, L5035 706809-001• Main charger• Precharger• Transfer charger• Smoke filter• Xenon (flash

Table of Contents16 Discharge LED...193Photoreceptor Drum...

Chapter 5 Maintenance Schedules160 Item Part NumberMaintenance Kit, Level G, L5035 706815-001• Main charger• Precharger• Transfer charger• Smoke filte

Tech Service Replacement Schedule161Item Part NumberMaintenance Kit, Level H, L5035 706827-001• Main charger• Precharger• Transfer charger• Smoke filt

Chapter 5 Maintenance Schedules162 Table 5. Parts The Service Provider ReplacesItem Part #Frequency (Pages)ActionService LevelMain charger 705741-001

Tech Service Replacement Schedule163WARNINGThe flash fuser capacitor (P/N 703531-561) must be replaced at least every 2,400,000 letter size pages. Fai

Chapter 5 General Cleaning164 AVISOEl condensador flash del fusor se debe sustituir como mínimo cada 2.400.000 páginas de tamaño carta. De lo contrari

Cleaning165Following is the general cleaning procedure:1. Turn the power switch OFF.2. Open the printer front upper cover. (See page 124.)3. Inside th

Chapter 5 General Cleaning166 5. Vacuum the developing unit and toner hopper.6. Vacuum the cleaning unit.

Cleaning1677. Vacuum the fuser unit.8. Vacuum the lamp housing filter on the underside of the fuser unit.

Chapter 5 General Cleaning168 CAUTIONThe transfer charger must be in the down position to avoid scratching the drum. Failure to perform steps 9 and 10

Cleaning16912. Using a vacuum, clean the toner, paper dust, etc. Be sure to clean under the transport unit as well.13. Wipe off the dirt on the transp

Table of Contents17Memory Requirements...241Safety Regulations ...

Chapter 5 General Cleaning170 16. Using a vacuum, clean the toner, paper dust, etc. in the tractor area.Legend: 1) Tractor17. Open the paper guide by

Cleaning17118. Open the lid on the top cover.19. Open the paper guide by pressing the guide lever down.20. Using a vacuum, clean the paper dust, etc.

Chapter 5 General Cleaning172 Cleaning The Chargers1. Turn the power switch OFF.2. Open the printer front upper cover. (see page 124)3. Loosen the thu

Cleaning The Chargers173CAUTIONUse caution in handling to avoid damaging or breaking the charger wires.5. Using the brush cleaner (listed on page 152)

Chapter 5 General Cleaning174 6. Position the main charger with the charger grid up and the front end of the charger toward you, as shown in the figur

Cleaning The Chargers1757. Using the brush cleaner, clean both sides of the charger grid, as shown below.Legend: 1) Brush Cleaner 2) Charger Grid8. Us

Chapter 5 General Cleaning176 9. Install the charger grid.10. Return the main charger to its original position. Fasten the main charger screw to secur

Cleaning The Chargers17712. Loosen the thumbscrews (2), precharger screw and transfer/separator charger screw, and remove the chargers by pulling them

Chapter 5 General Cleaning178 CAUTIONUse caution in handling to avoid damaging or breaking the charger wires.14. Using the brush cleaner and the wire

Cleaning The Fuser Unit Cover Glass179CAUTIONThe transfer charger must be in the down position to avoid scratching the drum. Failure to perform steps

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Chapter 5 General Cleaning180 4. Lower the transport unit by turning the green lever on the transport unit to the left.Legend: 1) Holding Plate 2) Thu

Cleaning The Fuser Unit Cover Glass181CAUTIONDo not scratch or place your hands directly on the cover glass. Fingerprints on the cover glass or lamps

Chapter 5 General Cleaning182 11. Remove the two screws that secure the lamp duct filter unit to the fuser, then remove the lamp duct filter unit and

Cleaning The Cut Sheet Option Rollers183Cleaning The Cut Sheet Option RollersNOTE: This procedure only applies to printers with the cut sheet option i

Chapter 5 General Cleaning184 3. There are two pickup roller units (upper and lower) located at the back of the cassette opening. On the upper roller

Cleaning The Cut Sheet Option Rollers1856. Install the upper and lower pickup roller units:a. Align the shaft pin with the slot in the coupling, and a

Chapter 5 General Cleaning186 7. There are two reverse roller units (upper and lower) located at the back of the cassette opening (underneath the uppe

Cleaning The Cut Sheet Option Rollers1878. On the lower reverse roller unit, loosen the green thumb screw. Remove the roller unit by moving it downwar

Chapter 5 General Cleaning188 10. Install the upper and lower reverse roller units:a. Align the shaft pin with the slot in the coupling, and align the

Cleaning189Major CleaningCleaning 1. Turn the power switch OFF.2. Open the printer front upper cover. (See page 124.)3. Open the waste toner recovery

191 IntroductionAbout This ManualThis manual explains how to use your printer.Safety Notices And Special InformationFor your safety and to protect val

Chapter 5 Major Cleaning190 4. Remove three thumbscrews on the upper inner cover. Then remove the cover.Legend: 1) Upper Inner Cover 2) Thumbscrews (3

Cleaning1915. Loosen the three thumbscrews securing the drum plate and remove the drum plate. CAUTIONDo not turn the cleaning unit upside down, or ton

Chapter 5 Major Cleaning192 7. Vacuum the brush on the cleaning unit. Turn the end of the shaft to rotate the brush. Continue to rotate and vacuum the

Discharge LED193Discharge LEDCAUTIONDo not flex the discharge LED as it will break.8. Remove the discharge LED retaining screw.9. Remove the discharge

Chapter 5 Major Cleaning194 Photoreceptor Drum11. Install the discharge LED.12. Remove the developing unit. (See page 147.)13. Remove the photorecepto

SELFOC Lens® (LED Print Head)19519. To avoid exposing the drum to light for a prolonged period of time, temporarily pack the drum in its original pack

Chapter 5 Major Cleaning196 24. Wipe the SELFOC lens by moving a Toraysee cloth from the inner part of the printer toward you. Wipe the lens in this m

1976 TroubleshootingTroubleshootingThis chapter discusses diagnostic tests, paper jams, and system messages (status and error).DiagnosticsThe printer

Chapter 6 Fanfold Paper Jams198 • Print Configuration: Prints all current configuration parameters in the printer, including Print Statistics (Config.

Paper Jam Near The Paper Output Section199Paper Jam Near The Paper Output Section1. When paper motion stops, wait 15 seconds, then open the front cove

Consumables InformationPrintronix® has years of experience designing printer imaging systems. For the best possible performance of your Printronix pri

Chapter 1 General Safety Precautions20 IMPORTANTAn important notice provides information that is vital to proper operation of the printer.NOTE: A note

Chapter 6 Fanfold Paper Jams200 CAUTIONThe transfer charger must be in the down position to avoid scratching the drum3. Rotate the transfer elevator d

Paper Jam Near The Paper Output Section201CAUTIONTo avoid damaging the printer or causing false paper jams, the transport lever must be in the fully d

Chapter 6 Fanfold Paper Jams202 7. Separate the paper at the perforations on both the paper input and the output sections. Then pull the jammed paper

Paper Jam At The Back Of The Paper Cassette203CAUTIONTo avoid damaging the printer or causing false paper jams, the transport lever must be in the ful

Chapter 6 Cut Sheet Paper Jams204 2. To lower the paper guide, pull the green lever up. Remove any jammed paper, and return the green lever to its ori

Paper Jam At The Back Of The Paper Cassette2053. Open the lid on the top cover, and pull the green lever up. Remove any jammed paper, and return the g

Chapter 6 Cut Sheet Paper Jams206 Paper Jam In The Transport Input Section1. When paper motion stops, wait 15 seconds, then open the front cover. (See

Paper Jam In The Transport Input Section207CAUTIONThe transfer charger must be in the down position to avoid scratching the drum3. Rotate the transfer

Chapter 6 Cut Sheet Paper Jams208 CAUTIONTo avoid damaging the printer or causing false paper jams, the transport lever must be in the fully down posi

Paper Jam In The Transport Input Section2095. Remove knob A from its place as shown below. Attach knob A to the paper feed shaft, and turn knob A coun

21Remove packaging materials carefully and save them. If the printer is powered on without removing all internal tape and packing, the printer may be

Chapter 6 Cut Sheet Paper Jams210 Paper Jam In The Transport Output Section1. When paper motion stops, wait 15 seconds, then open the front cover. (Se

Paper Jam In The Transport Output Section211Paper Jam In The Face Up Or Down Paper Path1. When paper motion stops, wait 15 seconds, then open the fron

Chapter 6 System Status And Error Messages212 System Status And Error MessagesMessagesWhen an error occurs, the printer displays an appropriate messag

Messages213• Any pages left in the printer at the time of failure will be reprinted. No data is lost.• Fanfold paper: the printer reprints all pages

Chapter 6 System Status And Error Messages214 • If the fault is not cleared:a. The printer beeps and briefly displays the following message:b. The pri

Messages2155. Press ONLINE to resume printing. Note that pages have been lost.IMPORTANTIf Reprint on Fault is disabled and an error occurs, and if eit

Chapter 6 System Status And Error Messages216 a. The printer goes OFFLINE.b. Press ONLINE to resume printing.• If the fault is cleared, and if you nee

Error Messages217Error MessagesTable 6, “Error Messages,” on page 218, lists errors by error code and shows which are operator-correctable, which requ

Chapter 6 System Status And Error Messages218 Table 6. Error MessagesError CodeError Message Operator CorrectableField Service RequiredReprint Require

Error Messages21916 Paper Jam at Entrance (A) áá17 High Voltage Failure á18 Drum Motor Fail á19 Surface Voltage too High á1A Surface Voltage too Low á

Chapter 1 Safety Label Locations And Printer Views22 Safety Label Locations And Printer Views1315134214E10E1356891071112

Chapter 6 System Status And Error Messages220 2D Toner Empty á2E Reserved2F Reserved30 Reserved31 Reserved32 LED Head Overheat á33 Reserved34 Reserved

Error Messages22144 Engine CPU Fail á45 Engine CPU Fail á46 Engine CPU Fail á47 Engine CPU Fail á48 Controller Comm. Fail á49 Controller Comm. Fail á4

Chapter 6 System Status And Error Messages222 5B Stacker Fail áá5C Stacker Fail áá5D Stacker Comm. Fail á5E Reserved5F Reserved60 Cut-sheet Comm. Fail

Error Messages22372 Engine CPU Fail áá73 Paper Jam at Entrance (A) áá74 Reserved75 Reserved76 Reserved77 Reserved78 Main Charger Error áá79 Transfer C

Chapter 6 System Status And Error Messages224 TABLE NOTES:1. For any error with Reprint on Fault enabled: If the printer stops while in the middle of

225A Maintenance Log SheetsThe log sheets on the following pages are intended for your use. These may be photocopied and kept in a binder near the pri

Appendix A 226 Level A Maintenance - 15,000 Pages (User)Action Item Part #Performed ByDateClean General cleaning N/AClean Main charger 705741-001Clean

Level B Maintenance -150,000 (User)227Level B Maintenance -150,000 (User)Action Item Part # Performed By DateClean General cleaning N/AClean Main char

Appendix A 228 Level C Maintenance - 600,000 (User)Action Item Part #Performed ByDateClean General cleaning N/ACleanSee Note 1Cover glass N/AClean SEL

Level D Maintenance - 300,000 (Service Kit)229Level D Maintenance - 300,000 (Service Kit) Item Part NumberMaintenance Kit, Level D, L5035 706802-001•

23Legend: 1) Face Down Paper Output Tray 2) Top Cover 3) Front Upper Cover 4) Power Paper Stacker(Optional) 5) Top Cover 6) Cut Sheet Paper Input Cass

Appendix A 230 Level E Maintenance - 600,000 (Service Kit)Item Part NumberMaintenance Kit, Level E, L5035 706803-001• Main charger• Precharger• Transf

Level F Maintenance - 900,000 (Service Kit)231Level F Maintenance - 900,000 (Service Kit)Maintenance Kit, Level F, L5035 706809-001• Main charger• Pre

Appendix A 232 Level G Maintenance - 1,200,000 (Service Kit)Item Part NumberMaintenance Kit, Level G, L5035 706815-001• Main charger• Precharger• Tran

Level H Maintenance - 2,400,000 (Service Kit)233Level H Maintenance - 2,400,000 (Service Kit)Item Part NumberMaintenance Kit, Level H, L5035 706827-00

Appendix A 234

235B Specifications Paper SpecificationsPaper Sizes*Measured from main folding/cutting perforation to main folding/cutting perforation.Paper types Fan

Appendix B 236 Specification Inch MillimeterDimensionin FigurePin hole center to folding perforation1/6, 1/4, 1/3, or 1/24.23, 6.35, 8.47, 1.208Hole c

Paper Specifications237Legend: 1) “B” 2) Center Line 3) Main Folding/Cutting Perforation 4) “E” 5) “C” 6) “D” - Center Line Deviation 7) Tractor Pin H

Appendix B 238 Paper WeightsPaper OutputPerformance CharacteristicsFanfold paperCut sheet paperPaper feedFanfold paperCut sheet paper18 to 44 lb. bond

Performance Characteristics239Printing SpeedCut sheet paper See the table below.Fanfold paper 5.0 inches per second for continuous, fanfold forms. See

Chapter 1 Safety Label Locations And Printer Views24 Legend: 1) Front Upper Cover 2) CAUTION 3) CAUTION 4) WARNING 5) Open/Close ButtonFigure 2: Front

Appendix B 240 Maximum effective print widthDuty cycleMechanical lifeWarm-up timeFirst page printing timeMTBF/MPBFMTTR14.7 inches300,000 total pages/m

Host Interfaces241Host InterfacesNOTE: For interface details, see Appendix C, “Host I/O Interfaces.”NOTE: Dataproducts parallel interface requires an

Appendix B 242 Safety Regulations Electromagnetic Interference Physical Characteristics And Environment ULCSAEUROPE1950950EN 60950FCCEuropeClass AEN

Physical Characteristics And Environment243EnvironmentSound Level Temperature (5F)867750Humidity (%) RH30 70 80Maximum Temperature/Humidity LimitsTem

Appendix B 244

245C Host I/O InterfacesOverviewThe printer provides connections on the right rear side panel for the following host I/O interfaces:• Serial Interface

Appendix C Overview246 Legend: 1) Parallel Port 2) Diagnostic Port 3) Optional Coax/Twinax Port 4) Serial Port 5) 232/422 SwitchFigure 6. Cable Conn

Performance Considerations247Performance ConsiderationsThe printer prints letter size and A4 size fanfold paper at 27 pages per minute portrait (one p

Appendix C Overview248 On mini or mainframe computers, printer performance problems can usually be solved by having the system administrator perform

RS-232 Serial Interface249Also if possible, eliminate sending white space (spaces or tabs) at the end of lines if it is not necessary.Memory intensive

25Legend: 1) Fuser Unit 2) Cleaning Unit 3) Discharge LED (not visible) 4) Main Charger 5) Toner Cartridge 6) Optional Cut Sheet Feeder Unit 7) Contro

Appendix C Overview250 RS-232 Serial Interface Connector Pin AssignmentsThe printer provides a 25-pin DB-25S connector inside the lower cabinet for c

RS-232 Serial Interface251RS-232 Serial Interface SignalsThe RS-232 serial interface signals are defined below.Receive Data (RxD) - Serial data stream

Appendix C Overview252 RS-232 Serial Interface ConfigurationThe printer is configured for the RS-232 serial interface via the Serial Interface menu,

RS-422 Serial Interface253RS-422 Serial InterfaceThis interface is used with bit serial devices compatible with EIA-RS-422B or CCITT V.27 and V.11 sta

Appendix C Overview254 RS-422 Serial Interface Connector Pin AssignmentsThe printer provides a 25-pin DB-25S connector inside the lower cabinet for c

RS-422 Serial Interface255RS-422 Serial Interface SignalsThe RS-422 serial interface signals are defined below.Received Data (RxD) - Serial data strea

Appendix C Overview256 RS-422 Serial Interface ConfigurationThe printer is configured for the RS-422 serial interface via the Serial Interface menu,

Centronics Parallel Interface257Centronics Parallel InterfaceThis interface enables the printer to operate with controllers designed for buffered Cent

Appendix C Overview258 Input Signals Output SignalsSignal Pin Signal PinDATA LINE 1 2 ACKNOWLEDGE 10DATA LINE 2Return321SELECT 13DATA LINE 3Return422

Centronics Parallel Interface259Centronics Parallel Interface SignalsThe Centronics interface signals are defined below.PAPER EMPTY (PE) - A high true

Chapter 1 Safety Label Locations And Printer Views26 Legend: 1) Power Switch 2) CAUTION 3) Parallel Port 4) 232/422 Switch 5) Diagnostic Port 6) Seria

Appendix C Overview260 Centronics Parallel Interface ConfigurationThe printer is configured for the Centronics interface via the Centronics Interface

Dataproducts Parallel Interface261Dataproducts Parallel InterfaceThis interface allows the printer to operate with controllers designed for Dataproduc

Appendix C Overview262 Input Signals Output SignalsSignal Pin Signal PinDATA LINE 1 19 READYReturn226DATA LINE 2Return193ON LINEReturn215DATA LINE 3R

Dataproducts Parallel Interface263Dataproducts Parallel Interface SignalsThe Dataproducts interface signals are defined below.READY - A high true sign

Appendix C Overview264 Dataproducts Parallel Interface ConfigurationThe printer is configured for the Dataproducts interface via the Dataproducts Int

Termination Resistors265Termination ResistorsFor parallel interface configurations, the printer is equipped with 470 ohm pullup and 1K pulldown termin

Appendix C Overview266

267IndexAACK Polarity, 83Adjustmentsloading flash memory, 112software upgrades, 112Alarm, 97AUTOfunction key, 43BBaud Rate, 92Buffer Size, 95Busy Pola

Index268 Configuration printout, 78Config. Control menuoptions delete configuration, 79options power-up configuration, 79options print configuration,

Index269Errorsoperator-correctable, 212requiring field service, 212requiring reprinting, 212Errors requiring field service, 212Errors requiring reprin

Features27About The PrinterFeaturesPrinting speed is 35 pages per minute on continuous letter size and A4 size fanfold forms (long edge fed). In the o

Index270 IIGP / PGL Emulation, 27IGP / VGL Emulation, 27Impact Printer Emulation, 27Important notice, 19Input sectiontransport paper jams in, 206Inter

Index271Maintenance KitLevel D, 157, 229Level E, 158, 230Level F, 159, 231Level G, 160, 232Level H, 161, 233Maintenance log sheets, 225Maintenance men

Index272 PAGE EJECTfunction key, 50Page lengthprinter setting, 44stacker setting, 44Pagesreprinting after fault, 212Panel Key Sound, 97Paperloading, 3

Index273Print quality problems, 151Print Statistics menu, 106Print Statistics menu optionsprinter life, 106system memory, 106Printeremulations, 27gene

Index274 notices, 19precautions, 20Safety regulations, 242Schedulesmaintenance, 155SELFOC lenscleaning, 195Serial interfaceRS-232, 249RS-422, 253Seria

Index275Start Test, 105Status lamps, 46FAULT, 48JOB IN PROCESS, 47LINE SYNC, 47ONLINE, 48STAND BY, 47SYS AVAIL, 47STOPfunction key, 43Stop Bits, 93Str

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PRINTRONIX, INC.14600 Myford RoadP.O. Box 19559Irvine, CA 92623-9559Phone: (714) 368-2300Fax: (714) 368-2600Technical Support: (714) 368-2686PRINTRONI

Chapter 1 About The Printer28 • Serial Matrix• Proprinter® III XL• Epson® FX-1050Printronix LinePrinter Plus provides portrait and landscape image ori

292 Initial SetupInstallation OverviewThis chapter explains how to load paper, power on the printer, use the optional power stacker, and how to use th

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Chapter 2 Loading Paper30 Loading PaperThe following section explains how to load fanfold paper. To load cut sheet paper, go to page 33.Loading Fanfol

31IMPORTANTThe first fold of the paper should be facing toward the printer. Otherwise, a paper jam could occur during printing (see below). Legend: 1)

Chapter 2 Loading Paper32 Legend: 1) Tractor Pins 2) Tractor Lock 3) Tractor Gate4. Unlock only the right tractor by pushing forward on the tractor lo

Loading Cut Sheet Paper (Option)338. Tension the paper by moving the right tractor slightly outward and lock the right tractor with the tractor lock.9

Chapter 2 Loading Paper34 2. Load the new paper uniformly in the cassette, making sure the leading edge of the paper is at the front of the cassette.

Loading Cut Sheet Paper (Option)35In order to minimize the possibility of a paper jam:• Only use xerographic quality paper.• Load paper in a cassette

Chapter 2 Loading Paper36 Legend: 1) IPS (Paper Size Insert) 12/22 2) IPS 11/21 3) IPS 10/20There are three holes in the forward end of the cut sheet

Loading Cut Sheet Paper (Option)37The following table lists the available standard settings for the cut sheet paper feed cassette (0 = plastic insert;

Chapter 2 Loading Paper38 To clear this message, either add paper to the active tray, or insert a matching tray in the alternate tray position. Then p

Loading Cut Sheet Paper (Option)39Variable Tray Length If your printer is equipped with the cut sheet paper feed option, it is possible to override th

Software License AgreementCAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS BEFORE USING THIS PRINTER. USING THIS PRINTER INDICATES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF

Chapter 2 Powering On The Printer40 Powering On The PrinterLegend: 1) Power Switch1. Plug the printer into a 200, 220, or 240 VAC, 30 Amp, 50-60 Hz po

Power Paper Stacker (Option)41NOTE: The printer can be set to power on in the OFFLINE state instead of the ONLINE state. To print, ONLINE must be lit;

Chapter 2 Parts Of The Power Stacker42 Parts Of The Power Stacker.Legend: 1) AUTO Key 2) STOP Key 3) DOWN Key 4) HEAVY Key 5) Hook 6) Head/Tail Length

Stacker Operation Keys43Stacker Operation KeysThe power paper stacker contains four keys for operating the elevator:• AUTO: Sets the elevator in auto

Chapter 2 Setting The Stacker Page Length44 NOTE: Normal Mode supports up to 28 lb. bond (105 g/m2). Heavy Mode must be used for media weights greater

Stacker Full45NOTE: The elevator stops automatically when it is fully loaded, without the STOP key being pressed.5. Remove the completed print job fro

Chapter 2 Using The Control Panel46 6. Check paper input to the printer to insure the first paper perforation is facing the printer and reload paper,

Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)47Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)The liquid crystal display (also called LCD or message display) on the control panel display

Chapter 2 Using The Control Panel48 IMPORTANTDo not press any control panel key when STAND BY is flashing. It may carry out unwanted commands.ONLINEON

CLEAR Key49• To place the printer offline, press ONLINE until the ONLINE status indicator blinks. The LCD displays “OFFLINE.” The printer stops proces

e. You may not transmit the Software Product over a network, by telephone, or electronically using any means; or reverse engineer, decompile or disass

Chapter 2 Using The Control Panel50 PAGE EJECT KeyThe PAGE EJECT key has the following functions when the printer is online:When the JOB IN PROCESS st

CANCEL Key51CANCEL KeyThe CANCEL key has the following functions when the printer is offline:• Cancels the current page in process• Cancels any pages

Chapter 2 Using The Control Panel52

533 Printer ConfigurationPrinter ConfigurationIn order to print data, the printer must respond correctly to interface signals and commands received fr

Chapter 3 Printer Configuration54 Unlocking And Locking The Configuration MenuIn order to configure the printer with the control panel, you need to un

Moving Within The Configuration Menu55Moving Within The Configuration MenuMovement within the configuration menus is controlled by using the UP, DOWN,

Chapter 3 Printer Configuration56 Printing The Current ConfigurationYou should always print out and store your configurations for future reference. Th

Factory Settings57Factory SettingsThe configuration defaults set at the factory are listed below. These values are available for loading at any time,

Chapter 3 Printer Configuration58 Mode LinePrinter+Config. ControlLoad Configuration 0Save Configuration 1Print Configuration CurrentDelete Configurat

Factory Settings59DataproductsData Bit 8 EnablePaper Inst Line DisableData Polarity StandardStrobe Polarity StandardData Req Pol StandardReady Polarit

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Chapter 3 Printer Configuration60 Series 1 Poll 0Series 1 Delay 0+ MsecSeries 1 Idle DisableMiscellaneousPanel Key Sound OnAlarm OnPower-up State Onli

Factory Settings61Max Fonts Loaded 05 FontsFont WeightStandard Chars. 115Bold Chars. 259Extra Bold Chars. 269Virtual PrinterVirtual Printer LP+Table 1

Chapter 3 Printer Configuration62 Changing Printer ConfigurationsIn order to properly configure the printer, it is important that you have a current c

Changing Printer Configurations638. Select the parameter to access the value options.Baud Rate9600 BAUD*9. Scroll through the parameter value options

Chapter 3 Printer Configuration64 Saving ConfigurationsIMPORTANTIf you do not save your configuration, all of the new values will be lost when you tur

Saving Configurations65NOTE: If the “Protect Save Configs” option is enabled, the new configuration is not saved unless the existing configuration has

Chapter 3 Printer Configuration66 NOTE: If you want to make the new printer configuration active at power-up, select this configuration as the “Power-

Configuration Menus67Configuration MenusThe following pages describe the configuration menus and their options. For details on a particular menu, see

Chapter 3 Printer Configuration68 Paper Control MenuPaper ControlForm LengthImage WidthInch Select*Length in Inches*6 LPI SelectLength at 6LPIPaper Le

Paper Control Menu69Fanfold OutputInto Stacker*Over StackerHor. Image ShiftVer. Image ShiftTonerReprint on FaultPaper TypeBurst on Eject-100/100 inche

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Chapter 3 Printer Configuration70 Image WidthImage Width specifies the width of the image to be printed. The allowable range is 2.0 to 14.7 inches, in

Paper Control Menu71For example, a form length parameter setting of 10 inches results in a paper length setting of 10 inches, as 10 inches is within t

Chapter 3 Printer Configuration72 Horizontal Image ShiftHorizontal Image Shift specifies the amount to shift an image to the right for precise positio

Paper Control Menu73• With roll-feed paper, the printer cannot separate the paper because there are no perforations. Burst on Eject must be set to Dis

Chapter 3 Printer Configuration74 Tray LinkingWith tray linking enabled, when the active cut sheet paper tray (cassette) runs out of paper, the printe

Paper Control Menu75“Tray Width” here is defined as the edge of the paper parallel to the drum. If the paper tray is set for Letter size or A4 size, t

Chapter 3 Printer Configuration76 No Back FeedNo Back Feed automatically disables (default) or enables back feeds.Mode MenuNOTE: The order and number

Config. Control Menu77NOTE: Each emulation can have its own set of configuration options in addition to those that are in the printer system list. For

Chapter 3 Printer Configuration78 NOTE: If the “Protect Save Configs.” option is enabled, the new configuration is not saved unless the existing confi

Config. Control Menu79Delete ConfigurationDelete configuration allows you to delete a configuration file. You can delete one or all of your eight cust

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Chapter 3 Printer Configuration80 Host Interface MenuThe printer provides the following host interface options:• Centronics® parallel• Dataproducts® p

Centronics Parameters81Centronics ParametersHost InterfaceData Bit 8Enable*DisableCentronics Dataproducts SerialPaper Inst LineData Polarity Strobe Po

Chapter 3 Printer Configuration82 Data Bit 8Values: Enable (default) or Disable.Normally, this parameter is enabled. It allows access to the extended

Centronics Parameters83ACK PolarityValues: Standard (default) or Inverted.This parameter must be set to match the ACK signal polarity of your host com

Chapter 3 Printer Configuration84 Paper Inst (Instruction) PolarityValues: Standard (default) or Inverted.This parameter must be set to match the PI l

Dataproducts Parameters85Dataproducts ParametersData Bit 8Values: Enable (default) or Disable.Normally, this parameter is enabled. It allows access to

Chapter 3 Printer Configuration86 Data PolarityValues: Standard (default) or Inverted.This parameter must be set to match the Data signal polarity of

Dataproducts Parameters87Online PolarityValues: Standard (default) or Inverted.This parameter must be set to match the Online signal polarity of your

Chapter 3 Printer Configuration88 Serial Parameters (RS-232 And RS-422) Host InterfaceSeries 1 DelayEnable*DisableCentronics Dataproducts SerialHost

Serial Parameters (RS-232 And RS-422)89Host ProtocolThe Host Protocol parameter allows you to select the software flow control protocol used for commu

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Chapter 3 Printer Configuration90 ACK/NAKThe ACK/NAK protocol gives the printer a means to acknowledge it has either accepted a transmission (ACK) or

Serial Parameters (RS-232 And RS-422)91The printer uses different response characters to represent buffer full and buffer empty, depending on whether

Chapter 3 Printer Configuration92 SERIES 1, 2 CHWhen you select the Series 1 with 2 Characters protocol, the printer behaves exactly the same as the S

Serial Parameters (RS-232 And RS-422)93Stop BitsValues: 1 (default) or 2.This parameter must be set to match your host computer.Stop bits signal the e

Chapter 3 Printer Configuration94 RTS FunctionValues: On/Offline&Buf (default), True, False or On/Offline.This parameter must be set to match your

Serial Parameters (RS-232 And RS-422)95Buffer SizeValue: 8192 bytes.This parameter reflects the size in characters of the printer’s data buffer.This p

Chapter 3 Printer Configuration96 NOTE: This parameter is used only with the SERIES 1, 1 CH and SERIES 1, 2 CH protocols. See the description of the H

Miscellaneous Menu97Miscellaneous Menu Panel Key SoundPanel key sound allows you to configure the printer to beep when you press a key (switch). The

Chapter 3 Printer Configuration98 Power-up StatePower-up state allows you to configure the printer to power up in the offline or online state. The def

Miscellaneous Menu99If a fault occurs while printing a hex dump, the printer reverts to the normal fault state. When the fault is cleared, the printer