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User’s Manual
5525B/31/32 Line Matrix Printer
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READ THIS SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT BEFORE USING THIS PRINTER Software License Agreement Disclaimer of Warranties and Limitation of Remedies CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND 1. THE PARTIES AGREE THAT ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, CONDITIONS BEFORE USING THIS PRINTER. USING THIS EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF PRINTER INDICATES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THESE TERMS FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND AND CONDITIONS. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THESE TERMS MERCHANTABILITY ARE EXCLUDED. AND CON
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5525B/31/32 Line Matrix Printer User’s Manual P/N 422721-001
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® Compaq makes no representations or warranties of any kind regarding this material, including, but not limited to, implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Compaq shall not be held responsible for errors contained herein or any omissions from this material or for any damages, whether direct, indirect, incidental or consequential, in connection with the furnishing, distribution, performance or use of this material. The information in this manual is subje
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Table of Contents 1 Introduction ............................................. 11 Printer Overview ..................................................................11 The Printer Family.........................................................11 Conventions in This Manual..........................................12 Warnings and Special Information ................................13 Related Documents.......................................................13 Graphics Enhancements.................
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Table of Contents Set the Top-of-Form ............................................................38 Procedure .....................................................................38 3 Operating the Printer............................... 41 Powering On the Printer ......................................................41 Operating Modes .................................................................41 The Control Panel................................................................42 Control
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Table of Contents Menu ...........................................................................112 HOST INTERFACE ..........................................................113 Dataproducts Submenu ..............................................114 Serial Submenu...........................................................116 IEEE 1284 Parallel (Bidirectional) Submenu...............120 Ethernet Submenu ......................................................121 ETHERNET PARAMETERS .................
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Table of Contents Computer-aided Configuration with ezsetup or npconfig ..................................................................151 Configuration Through the Network with ARP ............152 Configuration Through the Network with RARP..........154 Configuration Through the Network with BOOTP .......155 Restoring Factory Defaults..........................................155 Host Configuration ......................................................156 Direct Printing Without Spooler.....
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Table of Contents A Printer Specifications ........................... 207 Ribbon Specifications ........................................................207 Paper Specifications..........................................................208 Printer Dimensions ............................................................209 Environmental Characteristics...........................................210 Electrical Characteristics ...................................................211 Interfaces........
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1 Introduction Printer Overview This chapter provides a general overview of your printer and the conventions used within this manual. The Printer Family The Compaq series of line matrix printers consist of 500, 1000, and 1500 lines per minute (lpm) models packaged in various configurations. All of the models offer software versatility and the latest refinements in line matrix printing technology. The print mechanisms are housed in sound-insulated cabinets which make the printer family among
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Chapter 1 Printer Overview The printer combines the use of Flash, RAM, and nonvolatile RAM for program execution. The Flash is used for all program, font, and emulation storage. New fonts, emulations, or program updates can be downloaded to Flash memory via the parallel or serial interface. The RAM is used for buffers, print image storage, and execution variables. The non-volatile RAM stores configuration, statistics, and internal parameters. Refer to the following table for a complete lis
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Warnings and Special Information Warnings and Special Information Read and comply with all information highlighted under special headings: WARNING Conditions that can harm you as well as damage the printer. CAUTION Conditions that can damage the printer or related equipment. IMPORTANT Information that is vital to the operation of the printer. NOTE: Information affecting printer operation. Related Documents • Maintenance Manual — Explains how to maintain and repair the line matrix printer at th
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Chapter 1 Printer Overview Taking Care of Your Printer Your printer will produce high print quality jobs if it is well taken care of. Periodic cleaning, handling the printer properly, and using the correct printer supplies such as paper and ribbons ensures optimum performance. Chapter 6 explains how to clean the printer, and printer supplies are listed in Appendix A. Whenever it is necessary to service the printer, remember these important maintenance concepts: • Use only the ribbons specif
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2 Setting Up the Printer Before You Begin Read this chapter carefully before installing and operating the printer. The printer is easy to install. However, for your safety, and to protect valuable equipment, perform all the procedures in this chapter in the order presented. Power Requirements The printer must be connected to a power outlet that supplies 88 to 135 Volts AC or 178 to 270 Volts AC at 47 to 63 Hz. The printer automatically senses and adjusts itself to conform to the correct v
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Chapter 2 Select a Site Select a Site Select a printer site that meets all of the following requirements: • Permits complete opening of the printer cover and doors. • For cabinet models, allows at least three feet of clearance behind the printer. (This permits air to circulate freely around the printer and provides access to the paper stacking area.) • Has a standard power outlet that supplies 88-135 Volts AC or 178- 270 Volts AC power, at 47 to 63 Hz. • Is relatively dust-free. • Has a tempe
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Printer Dimensions 57.5 in. (146.1 cm) 41.0 in. 27.0 in. (104 cm) (68.6 cm) 29.0 in. (73.7 cm) 83.0 in. (210.8cm) 27.0 in. 27.0 in. (68.6 cm) (68.6 cm) Figure 1. Printer Dimensions (Cabinet Model) m) 25 in. (63.5 cm.) 10.5 in. (26.67 cm.) 48.0 in. (122 cm.) 24.6 in. 30 in. (62.48 cm.) (76.2 cm.) Figure 2. Printer Dimensions (Pedestal Model) 17
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Chapter 2 Printer Component Locations Printer Component Locations Familiarize yourself with the names and locations of the printer components, shown in Figure 3, before continuing with the rest of the installation procedure. 2 4 3 5 6 7 8 9 1 10 13 11 12 Figure 3. Printer Component Locations 18
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Legend: 1) Hub Latch 2) Ribbon Spool 3) Horizontal Adjustment Knob 4) Tractor Lock 5) Paper Scale 6) Splined Shaft 7) Paper Support 8) Tractor 9) Hammer Bank Cover and Ribbon Mask 10) Vertical Position Knob 11) Forms Thickness Lever 12) Ribbon Guide 13) Ribbon Loading Path Diagram Remove Packing Materials CAUTION To avoid shipping damage, reinstall the shipping restraints whenever you move or ship the printer. Save the cardboard packing, foam blocks, and bubble wrap along with the
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Chapter 2 Remove Packing Materials 3 1 2 1. Raise the printer cover. 2. Remove the cardboard packing (1). 3. Open the tractor doors. Push the tractor locks down. Slide the tractors outward as far as they will go. The forms thickness lever (2) should be in the fully open (raised) position. 4. Remove the envelope (3) containing the sample configuration printout. Store the envelope in the pouch attached to the left interior side of the cabinet. 20
