Lexmark 4227 User's Guide
Page 50
... Serial RS-232 Switch between RS-232 or RS-422 serial interface using the interface mode switch (for "Interface". 150, 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200 bps Data Bits 8, 7 Does not appear if "Parallel" is chosen, you to switch from parallel to match those of..." is loaded. Using the Operator Panel Main Menu Control Options (continued) Emulation Options Interface Options Primary Options Secondary Options TOF Read Tells the printer to check the TOF after each new sheet is selected for "Interface". English, French, German, Italian, Spanish Emulation IBM, EPSON Character Table...
... Serial RS-232 Switch between RS-232 or RS-422 serial interface using the interface mode switch (for "Interface". 150, 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200 bps Data Bits 8, 7 Does not appear if "Parallel" is chosen, you to switch from parallel to match those of..." is loaded. Using the Operator Panel Main Menu Control Options (continued) Emulation Options Interface Options Primary Options Secondary Options TOF Read Tells the printer to check the TOF after each new sheet is selected for "Interface". English, French, German, Italian, Spanish Emulation IBM, EPSON Character Table...
Lexmark 4227 Plus User's Guide
Page 46
... the TOF when a print job is selected for "Interface." Main Menu Emulation Options Interface Options Primary Options Secondary Options TOF Read Enable, Disable Tells the printer to serial protocols. Serial Select RS232, RS422 Data Speed Does not appear if "Parallel" is selected for "Interface." 300, 600, 1200...
... the TOF when a print job is selected for "Interface." Main Menu Emulation Options Interface Options Primary Options Secondary Options TOF Read Enable, Disable Tells the printer to serial protocols. Serial Select RS232, RS422 Data Speed Does not appear if "Parallel" is selected for "Interface." 300, 600, 1200...
User's Guide
Page 5
About your printer 1 About your printer may look different than those illustrated in this manual. Depending on the printer model you have chosen, your printer The Lexmark™ Forms Printer 2400 Series are available in .) 1 and 24-wire narrow-carriage (2480 and 2490) and 9- Printer models Carriage width Cut forms Continuous forms Narrow 297 mm (11.7 in.) 254 mm (10.0 in.) Wide 419 mm (16.5 in.) 406 mm (16.0 in 9- and 24-wire wide-carriage (2481 and 2491) models.
About your printer 1 About your printer may look different than those illustrated in this manual. Depending on the printer model you have chosen, your printer The Lexmark™ Forms Printer 2400 Series are available in .) 1 and 24-wire narrow-carriage (2480 and 2490) and 9- Printer models Carriage width Cut forms Continuous forms Narrow 297 mm (11.7 in.) 254 mm (10.0 in.) Wide 419 mm (16.5 in.) 406 mm (16.0 in 9- and 24-wire wide-carriage (2481 and 2491) models.
User's Guide
Page 21
Note: Instructions for installing drivers are using a Windows program, use the Windows Forms Printer 2400 Series driver available from the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. About your Windows and DOS application software Windows-based applications If you are in the readme.1st file included in the download package. 17 Setting up your printer Connecting the serial cable For installation and connection instructions, see the optional serial interface manual.
Note: Instructions for installing drivers are using a Windows program, use the Windows Forms Printer 2400 Series driver available from the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. About your Windows and DOS application software Windows-based applications If you are in the readme.1st file included in the download package. 17 Setting up your printer Connecting the serial cable For installation and connection instructions, see the optional serial interface manual.
User's Guide
Page 23
...2400 series support most, but not all, of the printer's capabilities. Using Epson emulation mode If your Forms printer is set to Epson emulation, select a printer from your application software in the following preferred order: For Forms Printer 2480/2481 users: 1 Epson FX850 2 Epson FX1050 For Forms Printer...103 for more information. About your printer The printer driver you select for your printer. Using Okidata MICROLINE emulation mode If your Forms Printer 2480/2481 has the Okidata MICROLINE emulation option installed, select a printer from your application software in your software...
...2400 series support most, but not all, of the printer's capabilities. Using Epson emulation mode If your Forms printer is set to Epson emulation, select a printer from your application software in the following preferred order: For Forms Printer 2480/2481 users: 1 Epson FX850 2 Epson FX1050 For Forms Printer...103 for more information. About your printer The printer driver you select for your printer. Using Okidata MICROLINE emulation mode If your Forms Printer 2480/2481 has the Okidata MICROLINE emulation option installed, select a printer from your application software in your software...
User's Guide
Page 109
... When you want to ... Interface Automatically select the printer interface Use the parallel cable Use the USB cable Use the serial cable (only appears if optional serial interface is installed. 105 Data speed* • 300 bps • 600 bps • 1200 bps • 2400 bps • 4800 bps • 9600 bps •... init signal on the parallel port. • Disable ignores the init signal on the parallel port. Using Setup mode Interface menu options Your computer and printer settings must match.
... When you want to ... Interface Automatically select the printer interface Use the parallel cable Use the USB cable Use the serial cable (only appears if optional serial interface is installed. 105 Data speed* • 300 bps • 600 bps • 1200 bps • 2400 bps • 4800 bps • 9600 bps •... init signal on the parallel port. • Disable ignores the init signal on the parallel port. Using Setup mode Interface menu options Your computer and printer settings must match.
User's Guide
Page 111
... supplies you need more information about Lexmark Authorized Supplies Dealers in your printer. 6 Supplies This section describes how to you from Lexmark Direct or to request information about the supplies available to order supplies, what supplies you need, and paper specifications for your area. Ordering supplies If you need for the Lexmark Forms Printer 2400 Series printers.
... supplies you need more information about Lexmark Authorized Supplies Dealers in your printer. 6 Supplies This section describes how to you from Lexmark Direct or to request information about the supplies available to order supplies, what supplies you need, and paper specifications for your area. Ordering supplies If you need for the Lexmark Forms Printer 2400 Series printers.
User's Guide
Page 112
...; 1427498 (20 ft cable) USB cable Order the Lexmark USB cable using the Lexmark part numbers: • 11A3540 (2300/2400 series standard re-inking ribbon) • 11A3550 (2400 series high yield re-inking ribbon) Note: Printer ribbons can be ordered from the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. 108 Supplies Serial adapter and cable Order a Serial...
...; 1427498 (20 ft cable) USB cable Order the Lexmark USB cable using the Lexmark part numbers: • 11A3540 (2300/2400 series standard re-inking ribbon) • 11A3550 (2400 series high yield re-inking ribbon) Note: Printer ribbons can be ordered from the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. 108 Supplies Serial adapter and cable Order a Serial...
Quick Reference
Page 48
... Interface option) 1038693 (50-foot cable) Printer ribbon • 11A3540 (2400/2500 series standard re-inking ribbon) • 11A3550 (2500 series high yield re-inking ribbon) Note: Printer ribbons can be hot. Removing the ribbon cartridge 1 Turn the printer off . 2 Unplug the power cord from... brush and a vacuum to remove dust, ribbon lint, and pieces of paper from the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. Maintaining the printer 48 Cleaning the printer Preparing the printer for cleaning 1 Turn the printer off . 2 Lift the left and right release latches on the ribbon access cover to...
... Interface option) 1038693 (50-foot cable) Printer ribbon • 11A3540 (2400/2500 series standard re-inking ribbon) • 11A3550 (2500 series high yield re-inking ribbon) Note: Printer ribbons can be hot. Removing the ribbon cartridge 1 Turn the printer off . 2 Unplug the power cord from... brush and a vacuum to remove dust, ribbon lint, and pieces of paper from the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. Maintaining the printer 48 Cleaning the printer Preparing the printer for cleaning 1 Turn the printer off . 2 Lift the left and right release latches on the ribbon access cover to...
User Guide
Page 56
... lint, and pieces of the printer. Removing the ribbon cartridge 1 Turn the printer off . 2 Unplug the power cord from the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. Maintaining the printer 56 Maintaining the printer Periodically, certain tasks are required to order printer supply items you will need. ...1038693 (50‑foot cable) • 11A3540 (2400/2500 series standard re‑inking ribbon) • 11A3550 (2500 series high yield re‑inking ribbon) Note: Printer ribbons can be hot. Cleaning the inside the printer. CAUTION-HOT SURFACE: The printhead may be ordered from...
... lint, and pieces of the printer. Removing the ribbon cartridge 1 Turn the printer off . 2 Unplug the power cord from the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. Maintaining the printer 56 Maintaining the printer Periodically, certain tasks are required to order printer supply items you will need. ...1038693 (50‑foot cable) • 11A3540 (2400/2500 series standard re‑inking ribbon) • 11A3550 (2500 series high yield re‑inking ribbon) Note: Printer ribbons can be hot. Cleaning the inside the printer. CAUTION-HOT SURFACE: The printhead may be ordered from...
Lexmark Forms Printer 2500+ Series User's Guide
Page 57
... the electrical outlet. CAUTION-HOT SURFACE: The printhead may be ordered at www.lexmark.com. Cleaning the printer Preparing the printer for cleaning 1 Unplug the printer power cord from inside the printer. Ordering supplies Use the following part numbers to maintain optimum print quality. Supply...1038693 (50‑foot cable) • 3070166 (2400/2500/250 series standard re‑inking ribbon) • 3070169 (2500/2500+ series high yield re‑inking ribbon) Note: Printer ribbons can be hot. Cleaning the inside of the printer • Every few months, use a soft brush...
... the electrical outlet. CAUTION-HOT SURFACE: The printhead may be ordered at www.lexmark.com. Cleaning the printer Preparing the printer for cleaning 1 Unplug the printer power cord from inside the printer. Ordering supplies Use the following part numbers to maintain optimum print quality. Supply...1038693 (50‑foot cable) • 3070166 (2400/2500/250 series standard re‑inking ribbon) • 3070169 (2500/2500+ series high yield re‑inking ribbon) Note: Printer ribbons can be hot. Cleaning the inside of the printer • Every few months, use a soft brush...
Technical Reference
Page 9
... ribbon against an ink ribbon to transfer ink to the Lexmark Forms Printer 2400 Series dot-matrix family of dot-matrix impact printing. Differences that provides lowcost, high-quality output from your User's Guide. Section 1: Introduction 7 Introduction Section 1 Your dot-matrix printer is an easy-to-use the capabilities of printers. This impact printing technology has unique capabilities. It handles cut...
... ribbon against an ink ribbon to transfer ink to the Lexmark Forms Printer 2400 Series dot-matrix family of dot-matrix impact printing. Differences that provides lowcost, high-quality output from your User's Guide. Section 1: Introduction 7 Introduction Section 1 Your dot-matrix printer is an easy-to-use the capabilities of printers. This impact printing technology has unique capabilities. It handles cut...
Technical Reference
Page 17
... number 11A3550. Ribbon Specifications The life expectancy of the 2300/2400 series standard re-inking ribbon is available for the 2400 series printer. This test printout can run a Printer Test to do the printer test. Power-On Diagnostics The following tests are performed when the printer is turned On. • RAM Test • Font ROM/Microcode...
... number 11A3550. Ribbon Specifications The life expectancy of the 2300/2400 series standard re-inking ribbon is available for the 2400 series printer. This test printout can run a Printer Test to do the printer test. Power-On Diagnostics The following tests are performed when the printer is turned On. • RAM Test • Font ROM/Microcode...
Technical Reference
Page 91
... and must support two-way (bidirectional) communications printing The parallel interface sends 8 bits (one time and is +5.2 volts. Parallel Interface Use Lexmark parallel cable 1329605 (3 m or 10 ft.) or 1427498 (6.1 m or 20 ft.). Parallel Interface Voltage Levels The maximum voltage level for ...control or data lines is transistor-transistor logic (TTL) compatible. The 2400 series printer offers a choice of data at one byte) of three printer interfaces: parallel, Universal Serial Bus (USB), or serial. Use the parallel interface and parallel cable if...
... and must support two-way (bidirectional) communications printing The parallel interface sends 8 bits (one time and is +5.2 volts. Parallel Interface Use Lexmark parallel cable 1329605 (3 m or 10 ft.) or 1427498 (6.1 m or 20 ft.). Parallel Interface Voltage Levels The maximum voltage level for ...control or data lines is transistor-transistor logic (TTL) compatible. The 2400 series printer offers a choice of data at one byte) of three printer interfaces: parallel, Universal Serial Bus (USB), or serial. Use the parallel interface and parallel cable if...
Technical Reference
Page 100
...8226; 300 bps • 600 bps • 1200 bps • 2400 bps • 4800 bps • 9600 bps • 19200 bps Start and Stop Bits The printer receives data with odd parity. 100 Section 6: Using the Printer Interface You can create 10-bit, 11-bit, or 12-bit data ... per byte. For additional information, refer to receive data frames with an odd number of data. When Even parity is selected, the printer expects to the Interface between Data Terminal Equipment and Data Communications Equipment Employing Serial Binary Data Interchange, published by the Electronic Industries Association, ...
...8226; 300 bps • 600 bps • 1200 bps • 2400 bps • 4800 bps • 9600 bps • 19200 bps Start and Stop Bits The printer receives data with odd parity. 100 Section 6: Using the Printer Interface You can create 10-bit, 11-bit, or 12-bit data ... per byte. For additional information, refer to receive data frames with an odd number of data. When Even parity is selected, the printer expects to the Interface between Data Terminal Equipment and Data Communications Equipment Employing Serial Binary Data Interchange, published by the Electronic Industries Association, ...