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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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...2 Feeder 97 Loading Paper in the Tractor 2 Feeder 102 Parking Continuous Forms and Changing Tractor Feeders. . 111 Removing the Tractor 2 Feeder 113 Chapter 6 - 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 ...
...2 Feeder 97 Loading Paper in the Tractor 2 Feeder 102 Parking Continuous Forms and Changing Tractor Feeders. . 111 Removing the Tractor 2 Feeder 113 Chapter 6 - 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 ...
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...missing or damaged, contact your point of purchase. Getting Started Getting Started Chapter 1 Unpacking 1 Remove the printer from the carton. If you need to purchase a parallel printer cable, we recommend Lexmark part number 1180786 (6.1 m or 20 ft.). 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.). it weighs 21 ...
...missing or damaged, contact your point of purchase. Getting Started Getting Started Chapter 1 Unpacking 1 Remove the printer from the carton. If you need to purchase a parallel printer cable, we recommend Lexmark part number 1180786 (6.1 m or 20 ft.). 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.). it weighs 21 ...
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2 Place the printer so that the front of the printer aligns with the edge of the desk or table. 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. Left Latch Top Cover Right Latch Getting Started 2 Chapter 1: Getting Started
2 Place the printer so that the front of the printer aligns with the edge of the desk or table. 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. Left Latch Top Cover Right Latch Getting Started 2 Chapter 1: Getting Started
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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 Getting Started Installing the Ribbon Cartridge 1 Make sure the printer is Off. 2 Make sure the top cover is removed.
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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. Chapter 1: Getting Started 9 Getting Started 3 Connect the other end of the power cord to a properly grounded electrical outlet.
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... as Lexmark part number 1329605 (3.05 m or 10 ft.) or 1427498 (6.1 m or 20 ft.) is not supplied with your computer. 3 Connect the parallel cable. This cable is recommended. If you are installing a serial cable, see "Connecting the Serial Cable" on page 12 for help. 1 Make sure the printer is ...Off. 2 Turn off the power on your printer. Note: You do not need to connect a parallel cable or a serial cable to the computer. 10 Chapter 1: Getting Started ...
... as Lexmark part number 1329605 (3.05 m or 10 ft.) or 1427498 (6.1 m or 20 ft.) is not supplied with your computer. 3 Connect the parallel cable. This cable is recommended. If you are installing a serial cable, see "Connecting the Serial Cable" on page 12 for help. 1 Make sure the printer is ...Off. 2 Turn off the power on your printer. Note: You do not need to connect a parallel cable or a serial cable to the computer. 10 Chapter 1: Getting Started ...
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Chapter 1: Getting Started 11 Power Switch 7 Continue with "Printing the Demonstration Page" on page 16. 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.
Chapter 1: Getting Started 11 Power Switch 7 Continue with "Printing the Demonstration Page" on page 16. 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.
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... (part number 1319143) to Centronics 36 pin Male). We recommend either one of Lexmark's null modem RS 232 (DB 25 Female to the computer. 12 Chapter 1: Getting Started Getting Started Connecting the Serial Cable 1 Turn the printer Off. 2 Turn off the power on your existing cable. If you may only... need to attach a grounding wire to DB 25 Male) serial cables, part numbers 1180786 (20 ft.) or 1038693 (50 ft.) along with your printer. The cable and adapter are not supplied with the Serial Interface Adapter, part number 1319143 (DB 25 Female to your computer. 3 Connect the serial ...
... (part number 1319143) to Centronics 36 pin Male). We recommend either one of Lexmark's null modem RS 232 (DB 25 Female to the computer. 12 Chapter 1: Getting Started Getting Started Connecting the Serial Cable 1 Turn the printer Off. 2 Turn off the power on your existing cable. If you may only... need to attach a grounding wire to DB 25 Male) serial cables, part numbers 1180786 (20 ft.) or 1038693 (50 ft.) along with your printer. The cable and adapter are not supplied with the Serial Interface Adapter, part number 1319143 (DB 25 Female to your computer. 3 Connect the serial ...
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... default interface setting appears. 5 To change the serial settings: a Press Item ↓ until the interface option you want appears. 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. Getting...
... default interface setting appears. 5 To change the serial settings: a Press Item ↓ until the interface option you want appears. 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. Getting...
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... Interface Settings 1 On the operator 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. 7 Press Store to exit the function...
... Interface Settings 1 On the operator 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. 7 Press Store to exit the function...
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Getting Started Printing the Demonstration Page The following steps explain how to load a single sheet of paper so 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 the single sheets position. 3 Pull the paper supports up. Paper Supports Paper Select Lever 16 Chapter 1: Getting Started If you can print the demonstration page.
Getting Started Printing the Demonstration Page The following steps explain how to load a single sheet of paper so 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 the single sheets position. 3 Pull the paper supports up. Paper Supports Paper Select Lever 16 Chapter 1: Getting Started If you can print the demonstration page.
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.... Left Paper Guide Right Paper Guide The Paper Empty/Add Paper message disappears. b If Auto Cut Sheet Load is Off, press FormFeed. 7 Make sure the printer is online (Ready light is on solid. If it is not, press Start/Stop until the Ready light is On (factory default), the paper feeds... automatically to enter the function menu. You are now ready to print. 8 Press Menu to the Top-Of-Form (TOF). a If Auto Cut Sheet Load is on solid). For more information about setting TOF, see "Setting TOF for Single Sheets and Envelopes" on page...
.... Left Paper Guide Right Paper Guide The Paper Empty/Add Paper message disappears. b If Auto Cut Sheet Load is Off, press FormFeed. 7 Make sure the printer is online (Ready light is on solid. If it is not, press Start/Stop until the Ready light is On (factory default), the paper feeds... automatically to enter the function menu. You are now ready to print. 8 Press Menu to the Top-Of-Form (TOF). a If Auto Cut Sheet Load is on solid). For more information about setting TOF, see "Setting TOF for Single Sheets and Envelopes" on page...
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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 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.
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... your application software to see what printer drivers are using so the program can take full advantage of your application software, in the following preferred order. 1 4227 2 Forms Printer 2381 Plus 3 2381 Plus 4 2381 5 4226 6 IBM Proprinter III XL The printer driver you select in your software... application must match the emulation mode you select for your printer for the Epson emulation mode. PPDS Mode If your printer is configured for PPDS Mode...
... your application software to see what printer drivers are using so the program can take full advantage of your application software, in the following preferred order. 1 4227 2 Forms Printer 2381 Plus 3 2381 Plus 4 2381 5 4226 6 IBM Proprinter III XL The printer driver you select in your software... application must match the emulation mode you select for your printer for the Epson emulation mode. PPDS Mode If your printer is configured for PPDS Mode...
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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. 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 To learn more information.
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. 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 To learn more information.
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... along with the ability to help you perform your printer. Line Spacing Increments of your work efficiently. The following table describes the features and functions of 1/144 inch (n/216″ increments emulation) Resident Fonts Forms Handling Form Width FastDraft, Draft, Courier, and Gothic • Forms (straight paper path) • Automatic tear-off • Automatic...
... along with the ability to help you perform your printer. Line Spacing Increments of your work efficiently. The following table describes the features and functions of 1/144 inch (n/216″ increments emulation) Resident Fonts Forms Handling Form Width FastDraft, Draft, Courier, and Gothic • Forms (straight paper path) • Automatic tear-off • Automatic...
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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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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. Switches power On or Off. Covers the ribbon cartridge and internal components. Features and Functions 28 Chapter 2: Features and Functions 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. Switches power On or Off. Covers the ribbon cartridge and internal components. Features and Functions 28 Chapter 2: Features and Functions Selects the paper type: • Cut form sheets ( ) • Continuous forms ( ) Supports cut form sheet.