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... Buttons 32 Lights 34 Using the Function Menus 35 Overview of Printer 29 Supplies 30 Chapter 3 - Features and Functions 25 Front View of Printer 27 Rear View of Function Menus 36 Menu Options 38 Setting the Printer Online or Offline 46 Stopping the Printer 46 Advancing the Paper 46 Using Tear-Off 47 Auto...
... Buttons 32 Lights 34 Using the Function Menus 35 Overview of Printer 29 Supplies 30 Chapter 3 - Features and Functions 25 Front View of Printer 27 Rear View of Function Menus 36 Menu Options 38 Setting the Printer Online or Offline 46 Stopping the Printer 46 Advancing the Paper 46 Using Tear-Off 47 Auto...
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...Contents v Notices 133 Appendix B - Contents Chapter 5 - Maintaining Your Printer 129 Cleaning the Printer 129 Cleaning the Auto Sheet Feeder Rollers 130 Removing the Ribbon Cartridge 131 Appendix A - Solving Printer Problems 115 Testing the Printer 116 Clearing Paper Jams 117 Problem Conditions 118 Problems Indicated by Error ...Problems 122 Alarm and Abnormal Noise 124 Power Problems 125 Operator Panel Button Problem 125 Display Messages 126 Chapter 7 - Printer Options 83 Auto Sheet Feeder 85 Installing the Auto Sheet Feeder 87 Loading Paper in the Auto Sheet Feeder 90 ...
...Contents v Notices 133 Appendix B - Contents Chapter 5 - Maintaining Your Printer 129 Cleaning the Printer 129 Cleaning the Auto Sheet Feeder Rollers 130 Removing the Ribbon Cartridge 131 Appendix A - Solving Printer Problems 115 Testing the Printer 116 Clearing Paper Jams 117 Problem Conditions 118 Problems Indicated by Error ...Problems 122 Alarm and Abnormal Noise 124 Power Problems 125 Operator Panel Button Problem 125 Display Messages 126 Chapter 7 - Printer Options 83 Auto Sheet Feeder 85 Installing the Auto Sheet Feeder 87 Loading Paper in the Auto Sheet Feeder 90 ...
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... Getting Started Getting Started Chapter 1 Unpacking 1 Remove the printer from the carton. Caution: Do not lift the printer by yourself; it weighs 21 kilograms (46 pounds). If you need to purchase an RS-232 serial cable, we recommend Lexmark part number 1329605 (3.05 m or 10 ft.) or ...1427498 (6.1 m or 20 ft.). Chapter 1: Getting Started 1 User's Guide Reference Card Acoustic Cover Printer Registration Card Ribbon Cartridge Power Cord If any items are missing...
... Getting Started Getting Started Chapter 1 Unpacking 1 Remove the printer from the carton. Caution: Do not lift the printer by yourself; it weighs 21 kilograms (46 pounds). If you need to purchase an RS-232 serial cable, we recommend Lexmark part number 1329605 (3.05 m or 10 ft.) or ...1427498 (6.1 m or 20 ft.). Chapter 1: Getting Started 1 User's Guide Reference Card Acoustic Cover Printer Registration Card Ribbon Cartridge Power Cord If any items are missing...
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Left Latch Top Cover Right Latch Getting Started 2 Chapter 1: Getting Started Note: If you want to print more than 100 forms, make sure they stack up below the printer (on the floor) when they are finished printing in order to prevent jams. 3 Remove all packing tape from the printer. 4 Pull up the left and right latches on the top cover and lift the top cover to remove it. 2 Place the printer so that the front of the printer aligns with the edge of the desk or table.
Left Latch Top Cover Right Latch Getting Started 2 Chapter 1: Getting Started Note: If you want to print more than 100 forms, make sure they stack up below the printer (on the floor) when they are finished printing in order to prevent jams. 3 Remove all packing tape from the printer. 4 Pull up the left and right latches on the top cover and lift the top cover to remove it. 2 Place the printer so that the front of the printer aligns with the edge of the desk or table.
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Getting Started Installing the Ribbon Cartridge 1 Make sure the printer is Off. 2 Make sure the top cover is removed. If you need help, see step 4 on page 2. 3 Manually move the printhead to the far side of the printer. 4 Chapter 1: Getting Started
Getting Started Installing the Ribbon Cartridge 1 Make sure the printer is Off. 2 Make sure the top cover is removed. If you need help, see step 4 on page 2. 3 Manually move the printhead to the far side of the printer. 4 Chapter 1: Getting Started
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Chapter 1: Getting Started 9 Getting Started 3 Connect the other end of the power cord to a properly grounded electrical outlet. Connecting the Power Cord 1 Make sure the printer is Off. 2 Connect the smaller end of the power cord to the printer.
Chapter 1: Getting Started 9 Getting Started 3 Connect the other end of the power cord to a properly grounded electrical outlet. Connecting the Power Cord 1 Make sure the printer is Off. 2 Connect the smaller end of the power cord to the printer.
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... do not need to connect a parallel cable or a serial cable to the computer. 10 Chapter 1: Getting Started An IEEE 1284-compliant parallel cable such as Lexmark part number 1329605 (3.05 m or 10 ft.) or 1427498 (6.1 m or 20 ft.) is Off. 2 Turn off the power on page 12 for help. 1 Make ...sure the printer is recommended. This cable is not supplied with your computer. 3 Connect the parallel cable. Getting Started Connecting the Parallel Cable You will either need to...
... do not need to connect a parallel cable or a serial cable to the computer. 10 Chapter 1: Getting Started An IEEE 1284-compliant parallel cable such as Lexmark part number 1329605 (3.05 m or 10 ft.) or 1427498 (6.1 m or 20 ft.) is Off. 2 Turn off the power on page 12 for help. 1 Make ...sure the printer is recommended. This cable is not supplied with your computer. 3 Connect the parallel cable. Getting Started Connecting the Parallel Cable You will either need to...
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Chapter 1: Getting Started 11 You will hear a click. 5 Connect the other end of the parallel cable to the parallel cable. Getting Started 4 Fasten the clip wires to your computer. 6 Turn the printer On. Power Switch 7 Continue with "Printing the Demonstration Page" on page 16.
Chapter 1: Getting Started 11 You will hear a click. 5 Connect the other end of the parallel cable to the parallel cable. Getting Started 4 Fasten the clip wires to your computer. 6 Turn the printer On. Power Switch 7 Continue with "Printing the Demonstration Page" on page 16.
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...have a similar RS 232 null modem cable, you may only need to attach a grounding wire to Centronics 36 pin Male). We recommend either one of Lexmark's null modem RS 232 (DB 25 Female to DB 25 Male) serial cables, part numbers 1180786 (20 ft.) or 1038693 (50 ft.) along ...with your computer. 3 Connect the serial cable and adapter. Getting Started Connecting the Serial Cable 1 Turn the printer Off. 2 Turn off the power on your printer. If you do not need to attach Lexmark's DB 25 to Centronics 36 Serial Adapter (part number 1319143) to your existing cable.
...have a similar RS 232 null modem cable, you may only need to attach a grounding wire to Centronics 36 pin Male). We recommend either one of Lexmark's null modem RS 232 (DB 25 Female to DB 25 Male) serial cables, part numbers 1180786 (20 ft.) or 1038693 (50 ft.) along ...with your computer. 3 Connect the serial cable and adapter. Getting Started Connecting the Serial Cable 1 Turn the printer Off. 2 Turn off the power on your printer. If you do not need to attach Lexmark's DB 25 to Centronics 36 Serial Adapter (part number 1319143) to your existing cable.
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Changing the Serial Settings 1 Turn the printer On. 2 Press Menu to the interface level. 7 To change the default, press Next → and then Item ↓ until Data speed (baud rate) appears. Menu/ ...
Changing the Serial Settings 1 Turn the printer On. 2 Press Menu to the interface level. 7 To change the default, press Next → and then Item ↓ until Data speed (baud rate) appears. Menu/ ...
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... panel, press Menu. 2 Press Item ↓ or Item ↑ until Print Settings appears. 3 Make sure that forms are loaded. 4 Press Start to print the current printer-function settings. 5 Press Item ↓ or Item ↑ until the menu item you want appears. 6 Press Next → or Prev. ← until the setting value...
... panel, press Menu. 2 Press Item ↓ or Item ↑ until Print Settings appears. 3 Make sure that forms are loaded. 4 Press Start to print the current printer-function settings. 5 Press Item ↓ or Item ↑ until the menu item you want appears. 6 Press Next → or Prev. ← until the setting value...
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Getting Started Printing the Demonstration Page The following steps explain how to the single sheets position. 3 Pull the paper supports up. Paper Supports Paper Select Lever 16 Chapter 1: Getting Started If you want to load continuous forms, see "Loading Continuous Forms" on page 70. 1 Turn the printer On. 2 Move the paper select lever up to load a single sheet of paper so you can print the demonstration page.
Getting Started Printing the Demonstration Page The following steps explain how to the single sheets position. 3 Pull the paper supports up. Paper Supports Paper Select Lever 16 Chapter 1: Getting Started If you want to load continuous forms, see "Loading Continuous Forms" on page 70. 1 Turn the printer On. 2 Move the paper select lever up to load a single sheet of paper so you can print the demonstration page.
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... about setting TOF, see "Setting TOF for Single Sheets and Envelopes" on solid). b If Auto Cut Sheet Load is Off, press FormFeed. 7 Make sure the printer is online (Ready light is on solid. You are now ready to print. 8 Press Menu to the Top-Of-Form (TOF). Getting Started 6 Place a single...
... about setting TOF, see "Setting TOF for Single Sheets and Envelopes" on solid). b If Auto Cut Sheet Load is Off, press FormFeed. 7 Make sure the printer is online (Ready light is on solid. You are now ready to print. 8 Press Menu to the Top-Of-Form (TOF). Getting Started 6 Place a single...
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Setting the Language of the Operator Panel Messages To set up your printer in a language other than English: 1 Turn the printer On. 2 Press Menu to enter the function menu. 3 Press Item ↓ or Item ↑ until Control Options appears on the display. Control Options Menu/ Quit Font Item Start/ Stop Tear Off Store Pitch Item Power Tractor2 Ready Check AutoGap Micro Next Micro Prev. Load Unload LineFeed FormFeed Getting Started Chapter 1: Getting Started 21
Setting the Language of the Operator Panel Messages To set up your printer in a language other than English: 1 Turn the printer On. 2 Press Menu to enter the function menu. 3 Press Item ↓ or Item ↑ until Control Options appears on the display. Control Options Menu/ Quit Font Item Start/ Stop Tear Off Store Pitch Item Power Tractor2 Ready Check AutoGap Micro Next Micro Prev. Load Unload LineFeed FormFeed Getting Started Chapter 1: Getting Started 21
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... mode. Chapter 1: Getting Started 23 Follow the instructions that came with your application software to see what printer drivers are using so the program can take full advantage of printer you are available with that it works with the application software (program) you want to customize your... printer for your printer. If your software does not allow you to select the 4227 Printer driver, you may need to use. Getting...
... mode. Chapter 1: Getting Started 23 Follow the instructions that came with your application software to see what printer drivers are using so the program can take full advantage of printer you are available with that it works with the application software (program) you want to customize your... printer for your printer. If your software does not allow you to select the 4227 Printer driver, you may need to use. Getting...
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What to do Next You have completed printer setup. To learn more information. See your application's user documentation for Epson mode, select the Epson FX-1050 or DFX-5000 printer from the printer selection menu of your printer, continue with "Using the Operator Panel" on page 31. 24 Chapter 1: Getting Started Getting Started Epson Emulation Mode If your printer is configured for more about your application software.
What to do Next You have completed printer setup. To learn more information. See your application's user documentation for Epson mode, select the Epson FX-1050 or DFX-5000 printer from the printer selection menu of your printer, continue with "Using the Operator Panel" on page 31. 24 Chapter 1: Getting Started Getting Started Epson Emulation Mode If your printer is configured for more about your application software.
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... excellent print quality along with the ability to help you perform your printer. The following table describes the features and functions of 1/144 inch (n/216″ increments emulation) Resident Fonts Forms Handling Form Width FastDraft, Draft,...Maximum 13.6 inches 25 Chapter 2: Features and Functions Line Spacing Increments of your work efficiently. Features and Functions Features and Functions Chapter 2 Your printer has many features to print several print styles and graphics. Feature Function Multi-speed Printing FastDraft-533 characters per second (cps) Draft-400 cps ...
... excellent print quality along with the ability to help you perform your printer. The following table describes the features and functions of 1/144 inch (n/216″ increments emulation) Resident Fonts Forms Handling Form Width FastDraft, Draft,...Maximum 13.6 inches 25 Chapter 2: Features and Functions Line Spacing Increments of your work efficiently. Features and Functions Features and Functions Chapter 2 Your printer has many features to print several print styles and graphics. Feature Function Multi-speed Printing FastDraft-533 characters per second (cps) Draft-400 cps ...
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Compatible with all IBM and IBM-compatible computers. Features and Functions 26 Chapter 2: Features and Functions For Parallel, RS-422, and RS-232 cables When AutoGap is set to On, the printer automatically adjusts to the thickness of the paper you are using. Feature Multiple-part Forms Printing Code Pages Software Compatibility Interface Connection AutoGap Function 6-part forms (carbon and carbonless) Your printer supports the following code pages: 437, 437G, 813, 850, 851, 853T, 857, 860, 861, 863, 865, 869, 920, 1004, and 1053.
Compatible with all IBM and IBM-compatible computers. Features and Functions 26 Chapter 2: Features and Functions For Parallel, RS-422, and RS-232 cables When AutoGap is set to On, the printer automatically adjusts to the thickness of the paper you are using. Feature Multiple-part Forms Printing Code Pages Software Compatibility Interface Connection AutoGap Function 6-part forms (carbon and carbonless) Your printer supports the following code pages: 437, 437G, 813, 850, 851, 853T, 857, 860, 861, 863, 865, 869, 920, 1004, and 1053.
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Covers the continuous forms tractor. Front View of printer functions simple and convenient. 27 Chapter 2: Features and Functions Manual feed of cut forms. Indicates printer status and makes control of Printer Operator Panel Top Cover Manual Feed Door Paper Supports Acoustic Cover Features and Functions Paper Guides Front Cover Paper Select Lever Power Switch Part Name Acoustic cover Front cover Manual feed door Operator panel Function Lowers noise level produced by the printer.
Covers the continuous forms tractor. Front View of printer functions simple and convenient. 27 Chapter 2: Features and Functions Manual feed of cut forms. Indicates printer status and makes control of Printer Operator Panel Top Cover Manual Feed Door Paper Supports Acoustic Cover Features and Functions Paper Guides Front Cover Paper Select Lever Power Switch Part Name Acoustic cover Front cover Manual feed door Operator panel Function Lowers noise level produced by the printer.
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Covers the ribbon cartridge and internal components. Features and Functions 28 Chapter 2: Features and Functions Switches power On or Off. Selects the paper type: • Cut form sheets ( ) • Continuous forms ( ) Supports cut form sheet. Part Name Paper guides Paper select lever Paper supports Power switch Top cover Function Aligns the margins of a cut forms when they are ejected from the printer.
Covers the ribbon cartridge and internal components. Features and Functions 28 Chapter 2: Features and Functions Switches power On or Off. Selects the paper type: • Cut form sheets ( ) • Continuous forms ( ) Supports cut form sheet. Part Name Paper guides Paper select lever Paper supports Power switch Top cover Function Aligns the margins of a cut forms when they are ejected from the printer.