Lexmark 4227 User's Guide
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... printer 46 supplies 30 loading paper continuous forms 102 cut sheets 107 manual feed 107 parking continuous forms 111 removing 113 setting left margin 105 troubleshooting 129 U unpacking 1 using macros 52 T Tear-Off. see Auto Tear-Off test page. Index paper 55 pitch 51 serial cable, connecting 12 Set Top of...
... printer 46 supplies 30 loading paper continuous forms 102 cut sheets 107 manual feed 107 parking continuous forms 111 removing 113 setting left margin 105 troubleshooting 129 U unpacking 1 using macros 52 T Tear-Off. see Auto Tear-Off test page. Index paper 55 pitch 51 serial cable, connecting 12 Set Top of...
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... supplies 26 installing 86 loading paper continuous forms 91 cut sheets 94 manual feed 94 parking continuous forms 97 removing 99 setting left margin 93 troubleshooting 101, 113 U unpacking 1 using macros 47 T Tear-Off.
... supplies 26 installing 86 loading paper continuous forms 91 cut sheets 94 manual feed 94 parking continuous forms 97 removing 99 setting left margin 93 troubleshooting 101, 113 U unpacking 1 using macros 47 T Tear-Off.
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... 105 Chapter 6: Supplies 107 Ordering supplies 107 Parallel cable 108 USB cable ...108 Serial adapter and cable 108 Printer ribbon 108 Paper specifications 109 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting and maintenance 111 Checklist for typical problems 112 Testing the printer 116 Checking the printer status 118 Setting printer to default settings 121 Adjusting bidirectional...
... 105 Chapter 6: Supplies 107 Ordering supplies 107 Parallel cable 108 USB cable ...108 Serial adapter and cable 108 Printer ribbon 108 Paper specifications 109 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting and maintenance 111 Checklist for typical problems 112 Testing the printer 116 Checking the printer status 118 Setting printer to default settings 121 Adjusting bidirectional...
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..." on page 128 " on page 114 " on pag e112. When diagnosing a problem, see "Checklist for typical problems" on page 135 Troubleshooting 111 "Paper does not feed from the operator panel not printing or is it is located within the printer, the software application, or an ... status" "Clearing paper jams" "Testing the printer" "Adjusting bidirectional alignment" "Dots are missing or print quality is poor" "Is the font or pitch selected from the Auto Sheet Feeder" on page ... 7 Troubleshooting and maintenance This section helps you identify printer conditions and problems that you first ...
..." on page 128 " on page 114 " on pag e112. When diagnosing a problem, see "Checklist for typical problems" on page 135 Troubleshooting 111 "Paper does not feed from the operator panel not printing or is it is located within the printer, the software application, or an ... status" "Clearing paper jams" "Testing the printer" "Adjusting bidirectional alignment" "Dots are missing or print quality is poor" "Is the font or pitch selected from the Auto Sheet Feeder" on page ... 7 Troubleshooting and maintenance This section helps you identify printer conditions and problems that you first ...
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Checklist for typical problems To solve most basic problems, begin by a wall switch. 112 Troubleshooting Make sure: • The power cord is both plugged into a properly grounded outlet and into the printer. • The other items plugged into the same power source are operating. • The power source cannot be turned Off by following these steps: 1 Is power getting to the printer?
Checklist for typical problems To solve most basic problems, begin by a wall switch. 112 Troubleshooting Make sure: • The power cord is both plugged into a properly grounded outlet and into the printer. • The other items plugged into the same power source are operating. • The power source cannot be turned Off by following these steps: 1 Is power getting to the printer?
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Adjust the forms container so paper feeds freely from 1 to 2 to printer. 5 Is a part damaged? Ribbon density control knob Ribbon advance knob Troubleshooting 3 Is paper jamming the printer? See "Clearing paper jams" on pag e126 for service. 113 Call for information on clearing paper jams. 4 Are forms catching on the ribbon cartridge.) When print becomes light, turn the knob from container to increase darkness of print. The ribbon density control knob has been preset to 1. (The knob is located on items such as a forms carton or a printer stand? 2 Is print too light?
Adjust the forms container so paper feeds freely from 1 to 2 to printer. 5 Is a part damaged? Ribbon density control knob Ribbon advance knob Troubleshooting 3 Is paper jamming the printer? See "Clearing paper jams" on pag e126 for service. 113 Call for information on clearing paper jams. 4 Are forms catching on the ribbon cartridge.) When print becomes light, turn the knob from container to increase darkness of print. The ribbon density control knob has been preset to 1. (The knob is located on items such as a forms carton or a printer stand? 2 Is print too light?
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.... For more information, refer to use a nonresident font, change the font within your computer. If the Printer Test runs, then the problem is it changing? Troubleshooting 114 Select a resident font to keep your computer. d Run the test procedures for your software application from the operator panel not printing or is in...
.... For more information, refer to use a nonresident font, change the font within your computer. If the Printer Test runs, then the problem is it changing? Troubleshooting 114 Select a resident font to keep your computer. d Run the test procedures for your software application from the operator panel not printing or is in...
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... emulation mode for your software application. For more information, see "Using IBM emulation mode" on page 18. 11 Do the buttons on pag e30. 115 Troubleshooting Make sure: • You selected the appropriate printer driver for Start/Stop, LineFeed, FormFeed, Tear Off and Load/Unload? For more information, see "Locking/unlocking...
... emulation mode for your software application. For more information, see "Using IBM emulation mode" on page 18. 11 Do the buttons on pag e30. 115 Troubleshooting Make sure: • You selected the appropriate printer driver for Start/Stop, LineFeed, FormFeed, Tear Off and Load/Unload? For more information, see "Locking/unlocking...
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... while you turn the printer On. 4 Release Tractor when the lights go out. 5 Turn the printer Off and back On to exit this mode. 116 Troubleshooting Use trace mode to help diagnose software/driver problems. To enter trace mode: 1 Make sure paper and the ribbon cartridge are sent to your computer...
... while you turn the printer On. 4 Release Tractor when the lights go out. 5 Turn the printer Off and back On to exit this mode. 116 Troubleshooting Use trace mode to help diagnose software/driver problems. To enter trace mode: 1 Make sure paper and the ribbon cartridge are sent to your computer...
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Interrupting or stopping the printer test To interrupt the Printer Test: 1 Press Start/Stop. To stop the Printer Test, turn the printer Off. 117 Troubleshooting The test stops after a complete line of characters has printed. 2 Press Start/Stop to continue the test sample.
Interrupting or stopping the printer test To interrupt the Printer Test: 1 Press Start/Stop. To stop the Printer Test, turn the printer Off. 117 Troubleshooting The test stops after a complete line of characters has printed. 2 Press Start/Stop to continue the test sample.
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... condition of paper. 5 Make sure the carrier packing tape has been removed. 6 With the printer On, run the Printer Test. Paper Out light goes off; Troubleshooting 118
... condition of paper. 5 Make sure the carrier packing tape has been removed. 6 With the printer On, run the Printer Test. Paper Out light goes off; Troubleshooting 118
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... select lever. 1 Open and close the operator panel. 2 If you are holding the correct button. 3 Power printer Off and back On with your service representative. Troubleshooting 119 Printer status (continued) Operator panel lights/status Power Off Power Ready Paper Out Panel Lock On Off Blinking Blinking Power Ready Paper Out Panel...
... select lever. 1 Open and close the operator panel. 2 If you are holding the correct button. 3 Power printer Off and back On with your service representative. Troubleshooting 119 Printer status (continued) Operator panel lights/status Power Off Power Ready Paper Out Panel Lock On Off Blinking Blinking Power Ready Paper Out Panel...
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... 2 Paper Out Panel Lock On Blinking Blinking Blinking Blinking On Blinking Blinking Blinking Blinking On Blinking Blinking Blinking Blinking Blinking On Blinking Blinking Blinking Blinking Troubleshooting 120 If the same symptom occurs, contact your service representative. Note: If you need help in locating the nearest service representative, visit the...
... 2 Paper Out Panel Lock On Blinking Blinking Blinking Blinking On Blinking Blinking Blinking Blinking On Blinking Blinking Blinking Blinking Blinking On Blinking Blinking Blinking Blinking Troubleshooting 120 If the same symptom occurs, contact your service representative. Note: If you need help in locating the nearest service representative, visit the...
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... these buttons until the carrier moves. Setting printer to default settings To reset the printer to the factory defaults: Initialize printer to factory defaults. 121 Troubleshooting Note: The operator panel lights blink On and Off several times.
... these buttons until the carrier moves. Setting printer to default settings To reset the printer to the factory defaults: Initialize printer to factory defaults. 121 Troubleshooting Note: The operator panel lights blink On and Off several times.
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.... 7 Continue holding these buttons until the carrier moves. Note: The operator panel lights blink On and Off several times. Initialize printer to factory defaults. 122 Troubleshooting
.... 7 Continue holding these buttons until the carrier moves. Note: The operator panel lights blink On and Off several times. Initialize printer to factory defaults. 122 Troubleshooting
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The following steps illustrate how to access layer 2. 4 Press and hold Pitch while turning On the printer. 123 Troubleshooting For help, see "Entering Setup mode" on your printer. 1 Make sure the default macro is set to disabled. Note: Make sure continuous forms are loaded in your printer. Adjusting bidirectional alignment Occasionally, you may want to adjust the character alignment (also called bidirectional alignment) on page 90. 2 Turn the printer Off. 3 Open the Operator panel cover to adjust the alignment of the print wires.
The following steps illustrate how to access layer 2. 4 Press and hold Pitch while turning On the printer. 123 Troubleshooting For help, see "Entering Setup mode" on your printer. 1 Make sure the default macro is set to disabled. Note: Make sure continuous forms are loaded in your printer. Adjusting bidirectional alignment Occasionally, you may want to adjust the character alignment (also called bidirectional alignment) on page 90. 2 Turn the printer Off. 3 Open the Operator panel cover to adjust the alignment of the print wires.
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Draft alignment bars Current 01 value 6 To set Draft, select the best row of alignment bars from the 01 - 07 printout. After making your selection. a Press Micro ↑ or Micro ↓ to save your selection, the printer prints a single row showing the current alignment setting. 124 Troubleshooting b Press Set TOF to select the best alignment by number or keep the current value. The current value is the number printed below the bars. 5 The Draft Alignment bars print.
Draft alignment bars Current 01 value 6 To set Draft, select the best row of alignment bars from the 01 - 07 printout. After making your selection. a Press Micro ↑ or Micro ↓ to save your selection, the printer prints a single row showing the current alignment setting. 124 Troubleshooting b Press Set TOF to select the best alignment by number or keep the current value. The current value is the number printed below the bars. 5 The Draft Alignment bars print.
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NLQ alignment bars Current 01 value The current value is the number printed below the bars. 125 Troubleshooting c The printer automatically starts printing the alignment bars for NLQ (Near-LetterQuality).
NLQ alignment bars Current 01 value The current value is the number printed below the bars. 125 Troubleshooting c The printer automatically starts printing the alignment bars for NLQ (Near-LetterQuality).
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... lever down to the continuous forms position. 4 Gently pull out the sheet of paper. 6 Set the paper select lever to the cut forms position. 126 Troubleshooting 7 To set NLQ, select the best alignment bars from the front of the printer. 5 Remove the ribbon access cover to clear any torn pieces of...
... lever down to the continuous forms position. 4 Gently pull out the sheet of paper. 6 Set the paper select lever to the cut forms position. 126 Troubleshooting 7 To set NLQ, select the best alignment bars from the front of the printer. 5 Remove the ribbon access cover to clear any torn pieces of...
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... of paper you are using the optional Tractor 2 Feeder.) 6 Open the left and right tractor doors. 7 Lift the paper away from the paper path. 127 Troubleshooting See "Setting the forms thickness lever" on page 44.
... of paper you are using the optional Tractor 2 Feeder.) 6 Open the left and right tractor doors. 7 Lift the paper away from the paper path. 127 Troubleshooting See "Setting the forms thickness lever" on page 44.