FCC ID: QRTS-0704 Dot Matrix Printer

QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite 1 Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 Quick Start Guide Kurzanleitung Guide de dmarrage rapide Guida di avvio rapida Gua de instalacin Guia Rpido de Inicializao 2440 2540 Matrix Printer QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite 2 Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 Important Information This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not in-

stalled and used properly, that is, in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, may cause interference in radio and television reception. It has been type tested and found to comply with the limits for class B com-

puting devices in accordance with the specification in subpart J of part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a partial installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is en-

couraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

n Reorient the receiving antenna, n Relocate the peripheral away from the receiver, n Move the peripheral away from the receiver n Plug the peripheral into a different outlet, so that the peripheral and re-

ceiver are on different branch circuits If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio/

television technician for additional suggestions. The user may find the fol-

lowing booklet, prepared by the Federal Communications Commission, helpful: How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems. This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington DC 20402 Stock No. 004.000.00345.4. WARNING: To comply with FCC regulations on electromagnetic inter-

ference for a class B computing device, the printer cable must be shiel-

ded. To assure compliance with FCC regulations for a computing device, use a shielded interface cable with a metal shell connector. The use of cables not properly shielded may result in violating FCC regulations. This digital apparatus does not exceed the class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regu-

lations of the Canadian department of communications. This unit complies with DOC standard C108.8-M 1983 ATTENTION: Le prsent appareil numrique n'ement pas de bruits radio-

lectriques dspassant les limites applicables aux appareils numriques de la classe B prescrites dans le rglement sur le brouillage radio-lec-

trique dict par le minstre des communications du Canada. The paper used is made of raw materials treated with a chlorine-free bleaching process. Das verwendete Papier ist aus chlorfrei gebleichten Rohstoffen her-

gestellt. Le papier utilis est fabriqu partir de matires premires blanchis sans chlore. La carta utilizzata prodotta con materiali sbiancati senza cloro. El papel utilizado ha sido fabricado con un proceso de blanqueo libre de cloro. This device fulfils the European standards requirements by complying with the Directive of the Com-

mission dated May 3, 1989 (89/336/EEC) relating to electromagnetic compatibility and the Directive dated February 19, 1973 (73/23/EEC) relating to low-voltage electrical equipment. Conformity with the above mentioned Directives is indicated by the CE symbol attached to the device. Note: Conformity may be affected by:

n using interface cables not complying with the specifications n non-observance of important instructions in the operator's manual n installing components not approved for this device by the manufacturer n unauthorized manipulation Dieses Gert erfllt die Anforderungen der Europischen Normen durch Einhaltung der Richtlinie des Rates vom 3. Mai 1989 (89/336/EWG) bezglich der Elektromagnetischen Vertrglichkeit sowie die Richt-

linie vom 19. Februar 1973 (73/23/EWG) bezglich Elektrischer Betriebsmittel mit Niederspannungen. Die Konformitt zu den oben angefhrten Richtlinien ist durch das am Gert angebrachte CE-Zeichen gekennzeichnet. Hinweis: Die Konformitt kann beeinflut werden durch:

n Benutzung von nicht spezifizierten Schnittstellenkabeln n Nichtbeachtung wichtiger Hinweise der Bedienungsanleitung n Ersetzen von Bauteilen, die nicht vom Hersteller fr dieses Gert freigegeben wurden n Eingriffe durch Unbefugte Cet appareil remplit aux exigences des normes europennes en respectant la directive du Conseil du 3 mai 1989 (89/336/CE) relative la compatibilit lectromagntique et la directive du 19fvrier 1973 (73/

23/CE) en matire du matriel basse tension. La conformit aux directives mentionnes ci-dessus est repre par la marque de conformit de la Communaut Europenne (CE). Remarque: La conformit peut tre influence par:

n l'utilisation de cbles d'interface non spcifis n le non-respect de consignes importantes du manuel d'utilisation n le remplacement de composants qui n'ont pas t homologus pour cet appareil par le constructeur n l'intervention de personnes non autorises Questo apparecchio soddisfa le richieste delle norme europee rispettando la direttiva del consiglio del 3 Maggio 1989 (89/336/CEE) relativa alla compatibilit elettromagnetica nonch la direttiva del 19 Febbraio 1973 (73/23/CEE) relativa a mezzi di produzione elettrici a bassa tensione. La conformit alle direttive sopra citate contrassegnata con il simbolo CE applicato sull'apparecchio. Nota: La conformit pu essere influenzata tramite:

n Utilizzo di cavi interfaccia non specificati n Inosservanza di importanti indicazioni delle istruzioni per l'uso n Sostituzione di componenti per i quali non stato dato il benestare dal produttore per questo apparecchio n Interventi tramite persone non autorizzate Este equipo corresponde a lo exigido en las normas europeas a base del cumplimiento de la directriz del Consejo del 3 de mayo de 1989 (89/336/CEE) en lo que se refiere a la compatibilidad electromagntica as como de la directriz del 19 de febrero de 1973 (73/23/CEE) en lo que se refiere a los materiales elctricos con bajas tensiones. Para sealizar la conformidad con las directrices antes mencionadas, el equipo est dotado de la marca CE. Indicacin: La conformidad puede estar influida por:

n la utilizacin de cables de interface no especificados n la inobservancia de indicaciones importantes contenidas en el manual de servicio n la sustitucin por componentes, que no han sido homologados por el fabricante para el equipo en cuestin n intervenciones de personas no autorizadas WARNING WARNUNG ATTENTION For continued protection against risk of fire, replace only with same type and rating of fuse. Only trained and qualified personnel may open covers or remove parts that are not explicitly shown and described in the provided documentation as being accessible to the operator. Aus Brandschutzgrnden nur Sicherungen desselben Typs und derselben Auslegung verwenden. Das Entfernen oder ffnen von Abdeckungen und Teilen darf nur durch geschultes Fachpersonal vorgenommen werden. Ausgenommen hiervon sind nur solche Abdeckungen und Teile, deren Ent-

fernen bzw. ffnen in der mitgelieferten Dokumentation ausdrcklich gekennzeichnet und beschrieben sind. Pour ne pas compromettre la protection contre les risques d'incendie, remplacer par un fusible de mme type et de mmes caractristiques nomi-

nales. Seul un personnel qualifi et form est habilit dmonter les sous-ensembles de la machine qui ne sont pas formellement indiqus dans la documentation fournie meme s'ils sont accessibles par l'oprateur. ATTENZIONE Per evitare il pericolo di incendio, utilizzare esclusivamente fusibili dello stesso tipo e della stessa portata. Solo personale qualificato puo'accedere a parti che non siano esplicitamente descritte come accessibill all'operatore nella documentazione allegata. ADVERTENCIA Slo utilizar fusibles del mismo tipo y con las mismas caractersticas para evitar cualquier riesgo de incendio. Las cubiertas y piezas slo debern ser quitadas o abiertas por personal especializado. Se exceptan de esta regla slo las cubiertas y piezas cuya retirada y apertura estn indicadas y descritas expresamente en la documentacin entregada conjuntamente. QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite i Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 Quick start guide QUICK START GUIDE Table of contents Introduction About this manual Symbols used Important safety instructions Safety Precautions Using the Online CD-ROM Contents of the Online CD-ROM Troubleshooting Printer components Setting up your printer Unpacking the printer Placing the printer Installation procedure Installing the ribbon cassette Connecting the printer Checking the printer voltage Connecting the mains power Connecting the interface cable Switching on the printer Control panel LED indicators Control panel keys Print quality key Print qualities 9 needle printer Print qualities 24 needle printer Character pitch key H S I L G N E 1 1 1 2 2 3 3 3 4 5 5 6 7 7 10 10 10 10 11 13 13 14 16 16 17 18 i QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite ii Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 Table of contents Quick start guide Paper handling Loading paper Paper select lever Print Gap Lever Fanfold paper Unloading Continuous Forms Single sheets Ejecting Single Sheets Paper Parking Function Switching from fanfold paper to single sheets Switching from single sheets to fanfold paper Setting the first printing line (TOF) Printing out a status page Example of a status page Specifications Printer specifications Paper specifications Consumables and accessories Consumables Accessories 19 19 19 20 21 23 24 25 26 26 26 27 28 28 29 29 31 32 32 32 ii QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite 1 Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 Chapter 1 Introduction

About this manual Symbols used This Quick start guide is intended as a quick introduction into working with the printer and also to enable inexperienced users to operate the device prop-

erly. It describes the most important functions of the printer and contains the essential information for your everyday work with the printer. A more detailed description of the printer, its characteristic features, and further information is contained in the User guide on the Online CD-ROM, which is inserted at the back of this manual. Important information is highlighted in this manual by three symbols. NOTE: A note is a tip or extra information that may be helpful in installing or using the printer. CAUTION: A caution message provides information that may help you avoid equipment damage, process failure, or inconvenience. Read all caution messages carefully. WARNING: A warning message indicates the possibility of personal injury if a specific procedure is not performed exactly as described in the guide. Pay close attention to these sections and read them fully to prevent possible injury. STOP 1 QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite 2 Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 Introduction Read the following instructions thoroughly before starting up your printer in order to prevent injuries and avoid damage to the device.

Keep this Quick start guide in a place which is easily accessible at all times.

Place the printer on a solid and even base so that it cannot fall down to the ground.

Do not expose the printer to high temperatures or direct sunlight.

Keep all liquids away from the printer.

Protect the printer from shock, impact and vibration.

Be sure to connect the printer to a socket with the correct mains voltage.

Always disconnect the system from the mains before opening the device to perform maintenance work or remedy errors.

Do not perform any operation or action in any way other than provided in this manual. When in doubt, contact your dealer or service company.

Keep in mind that hazard warnings in this manual or on the printer cannot cover every possible case, as it is impossible to predict and evaluate all circumstances beforehand. Be alert and use your common sense. This printer is available in two models, the 110 V model and the 230 V model. The specifications that apply to your printer depend on your machine config-

uration. To prevent fire or shock hazards, connect the power plug only to a properly rated power outlet. Important safety instructions

Important safety instructions Safety Precautions 2 QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite 3 Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 Introduction

Using the Online CD-ROM Contents of the Online CD-ROM Using the Online CD-ROM First install the Adobe Acrobat Reader on your hard disk, unless the program has already been installed. To install it, follow the steps described in the README file in the READER directory. Load the CD-ROM into the drive. The CD will start automatically. If not, call the Windows Explorer and double click on the START.PDF file. Then follow the instructions and menus on the screen. The Online CD-ROM contains:

User guide: A detailed description of the printer and its impressive features;

Drivers: Windows xxxx

Additional documentation: xxxx If your CD-ROM is be defective or missing, please consult your dealer. The Online Documentation is also available as a hardcopy (at a cost) or can be downloaded via the Internet.

Troubleshooting The Users Manual on the Online CD-ROM contains detailed Information on how to rectify errors. It deals with general printing problems as well as problems with the print quality and paper feed. 3 QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite 4 Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 Printer components

Printer components Cover Single sheet feeder Platen knob Power Switch Control panel Paper select lever Power inlet 4 Tractor Introduction Printhead Ribbon cassette USB interface Parallel interface QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite 5 Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 Setting up your printer Unpacking the printer Chapter 2 Setting up your printer

Unpacking the printer Place your packaged printer on a solid base. Make sure that the Up symbols point in the correct direction. Open the packaging, lift the printer out of the cardboard box and remove the remaining packaging material. Check the printer for any visible transport damage and missing items. The following items should be included:

Ribbon cassette Power cord Printer Quick Start Guide and CD-ROM If you find any transport damage or if any accessories are missing, please contact your dealer. 5 QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite 6 Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 Placing the printer

Placing the printer Setting up your printer STOP Place the printer on a solid, flat, surface, ensuring that the printer is positioned in such a way that it can not topple, and that there is easy access to the control panel and paper input devices. Also ensure that there is enough space for sufficient ventilation and for the printed output. When selecting the printer location, observe the following additional instructions:

Never place the printer in the vicinity of inflammable gas or explosive substances.

Do not expose the printer to direct sunlight. If you cannot avoid placing the printer near a window, protect it from the sunlight with a curtain.

When connecting a computer to the printer, make sure not to exceed the maximum cable length (see User guide on the Online CD-ROM, Technical Specifications).

Ensure sufficient distance between the printer and any heating devices/

radiators.

Avoid exposing the printer to extreme temperature or air humidity fluctu-

ations. Above all take care to avoid the influence of dust.

It is recommended to install the printer in a place which is acoustically isolated from the workplace because of the noise it may produce. 6 QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite 7 Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 Setting up your printer

Installation procedure Installation procedure Tape 1. When the printer is first taken out of the packaging box, the cover of the printer is taped as shown in the dia-

gram. Remove the tape. 2. Open the cover of the printer and remove the shipping lock. Keep the packaging for future transportation.

Installing the ribbon cassette Proceed as follows to install the ribbon cassette. Only use ribbon cassettes from the manufacturer as products from other manufacturers may damage the print head or the ribbon drive. 1. Remove the ribbon cassette from its packaging. 2. Open the printer cover. 7 QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite 8 Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 Installing the ribbon cassette Setting up your printer 3. Adjust the printhead to the center of the print roller. 4. Turn the tension knob A in the direc-

tion of the arrow in order to take up slack of the ribbon. 5. Insert the recess B on the bottom of the ribbon cassette into the holding pin C of the mounting. B C 8 QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite 9 Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 Setting up your printer Installing the ribbon cassette 6. Push the cassette into its mounting until it clicks into position. 7. Close the cover of the printer. 9 QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite 10 Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 Connecting the printer Setting up your printer

Connecting the printer Checking the printer voltage Make sure that the device has been set to the correct voltage (e.g. 230 V in Europe, 120 V in the USA). To do this, check the type plate at the back of the printer. Contact your dealer if the setting is incorrect. Never switch on the printer if the voltage setting is incorrect, since this may result in severe damage. STOP Connecting the mains power 1. Make sure that the power switch of the printer is in the Off position. 2. Connect the power cable to the power inlet of the printer. Connect the power cable plug to a mains socket. Connecting the interface cable The printer by default is provided with a parallel Centronics interface and an USB interface. For further information about the interfaces, refer to the User Guide on the Online CD-ROM. 1. Make sure that the printer and the computer are switched off 2. Connect the data cable between the printer and the computer, in this example a 36-pin centronics parallel cable. 10 QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite 11 Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 Setting up your printer Switching on the printer Connecting the printer Press the power switch A which is located at the right side of the printer. The printer initializes. A B A C When the initialization is completed, the Power indicator A and the Ready indica-

tor (SEL) B light up. If no paper has been loaded, the Alarm indicator C also lights. For more information on indicators, please refer to Chapter 5, Control panel on page 13. After loading paper, the printer is in the online status and ready to accept data from the system. 11 QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite 13 Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 Chapter 3 Control panel The control panel and the keys are used for controlling the printer operation. The control panel consists of nine keys for controlling the printer functions and four LEDs displaying the status of the printer. The function of the keys depends on the mode of the printer.

LED indicators The LED lights of the control panel indicate the current status of the printer. 2 3 SEL LF FF/LOAD TEAR PARK QUIET MENU SHIFT Micro Feed Down Micro Feed Up PRINT TOF EXIT POWER ALARM MENU 1 5 4 No. LED Status 1 2 3 POWER SEL QUIET On: the printer is switched on. Off: the printer is switched off. On: the printer is in Online mode and ready to receive data from the computer. Off: the printer is in Offline mode and cannot receive data. On: the printer is in Quiet mode which reduces the printing noise by decreasing the print speed. Off: the printer is in normal printing mode. 13 QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite 14 Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 Control panel keys Control panel No. LED Status 4 5 MENU ALARM On: the printer is in Menu mode. Refer to the User Guide on the CD-ROM for further informations on the menu mode. Off: the printer is in Normal mode. On: the printer is in a fault status or paper is missing. Off: there is no fault status and paper is inserted.

Control panel keys The control panel keys are used for controlling the printer operation. Key functions depend on printer status. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 SEL LF FF/LOAD TEAR PARK QUIET MENU SHIFT Micro Feed Down Micro Feed Up PRINT TOF EXIT POWER ALARM MENU HSD QUADRAT PRINT QUALITY 10 17 RESET CHARACTER PITCH 10 9 11 12 13 14 8 No. Key Function 1 2 3 4 SEL LF FF/LOAD TEAR Switches the printer online or offline. Advance paper up one line. Keep the key depressed for repetitive line feeds. Feeds in single sheet of paper; advances continuous-form paper to print position. Moves continuous-form paper up for tear-off or back down for printing. 14 QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite 15 Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 Control panel Control panel keys No. Key 5 PARK 6 QUIET 7 PRINT QUALITY 8 CHARACTER PITCH RESET (+ SHIFT) 9 SHIFT 10 MENU + SHIFT Function Transports continuous-form paper to the park position. Use this key if you want to switch to single sheet print without removing the continuous papier. Activates the Quiet mode which reduces the printing noise by decreasing the print speed. Selects the print quality/font. You have the following options:

9w model: HSD DRAFT COURIER QUADRATO

OCR-B OCR-A 24w model:HSD DRAFT COURIER GOTHIC PRESTIGE ORATOR ROMAN SCRIPT SANS SERIF SOUVENIR OCR-B OCR-A For more information, refer to section Print quality key on page 16. Selects the character pitch. You have the following options:

10 12 15 17 20 PROP Press this key in combination with SHIFT to clear a paper jam alarm. For more information, refer to section Charac-

ter pitch key on page 18. Press this key in combination with other keys to perform the following tasks.1 Press this key combination to activate Menu mode. Refer to the User Guide on the CD-ROM for further informations on the menu mode. 11 Micro Feed Down 9w model: Feeds paper backwards in 1/72 inch incre-

+ SHIFT ments. 24w model:Feeds paper backwards in 1/72 inch incre-

ments. 12 Micro Feed Up +

SHIFT 9w model: Feeds paper forward in 1/72 inch increments. 24w model:Feeds paper forward in 1/72 inch increments. 15 QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite 16 Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 Control panel keys Control panel No. Key Function 13 PRINT + SHIFT Press this key combination to printout an overview of the printer configuration. 14 TOF + SHIFT Press this key combination to adjust the position of the first printing line. Refer to section Setting the first printing line

(TOF) on page 27. 1 The printer must be in Offline mode. The printer can print with different print qualities and fonts. The actual selected print quality is displayed by its respective LED light. If you want to change the print quality setting, press the PRINT QUALITY key repeatedly until the desired print quality is set. HSD DRAFT COURIER QUADRATO OCR-B OCR-A PRINT QUALITY The following print qualities/fonts are available:

HSD Draft High Speed Draft: prints with the highest print speed (533 cps at 10 cpi) but also lowest print quality. Prints with high print speed (400 cps at 10 cpi) but with lower resolution as with Letter quality. Courier Prints the Courier font in Near Letter Quality. Quadrato Prints the Quadrato font in Near Letter Quality. OCR-B OCR-A Prints the OCR-B font in Near Letter Quality. Prints the OCR-A font in Near Letter Quality. Print quality key Print qualities 9 needle printer 16 QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite 17 Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 Control panel Print qualities 24 needle printer DRAFT HSD PRINT QUALITY Control panel keys OCR-B COURIER ROMAN GOTHIC SANS SERIF SOUVENIR OCR-A SCRIPT PRESTIGE ORATOR The following print qualities/fonts are available:

HSD Draft High Speed Draft: prints with the highest print speed (533 cps at 10 cpi) but also lowest print quality. Prints with high print speed (400 cps at 10 cpi) but with lower resolution as with Letter quality. Courier Prints the Courier font in Near Letter Quality. Gothic Prints the Gothic font in Near Letter Quality. Presstige Prints the Presstige font in Near Letter Quality. Orator Roman Script Prints the Orator font in Near Letter Quality. Prints the Roman font in Near Letter Quality. Prints the Script font in Near Letter Quality. Sans Serif Prints the Sans Serif font in Near Letter Quality. Souvenir Prints the Souvenir font in Near Letter Quality. OCR-B OCR-A Prints the OCR-B font in Near Letter Quality. Prints the OCR-A font in Near Letter Quality. 17 QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite 18 Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 Control panel keys Character pitch key Control panel The printer can print with different characters per inch (character pitch). The actual selected print quality is displayed by its respective LED light. If you want to change the print quality setting, press the CHARACTER PITCH key repeatedly until the desired character pitch is set. 10 17 12 20 15 PROP RESET CHARACTER PITCH The printer can print with 10, 12, 15, 17.1 or 20 characters per inch. If PROP

(proportional spacing) is selected, only the actually required space for the character width is used. 18 QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite 19 Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 Chapter 4 Paper handling This section describes how to set the paper type, load fanfold paper and single sheets, transport paper and move the paper to the tear position.

Loading paper Your printer can process both fanfold paper and single sheets. For informa-

tion on the supported paper sizes, please refer to the section Paper specifications on page 31. Paper select lever The paper select lever is used to select the paper path. Move the paper select lever A back-

ward for single sheets. Move the paper select lever forward for continuous sheets. A 19 QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite 20 Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 Loading paper Print Gap Lever Paper handling The printer can handle paper with different thicknesses, including multipart forms with up to five parts (original plus four copies). For details on paper thickness specifications, please refer to the section Paper specifications on page 31. The Print Gap lever, located on the right under the cover, allows you to adjust for different paper thicknesses. Be sure to adjust the Print Gap lever when-

ever you change the number of copies being printed. The print gap lever has twelve settings. Moving the Print Gap A lever to the rear reduces the print gap, moving to the front widens the print gap. A If printing smears, the ribbon misfeeds, or the paper jams, move the lever one position wider. 20 QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite 21 Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 Paper handling

Fanfold paper A Fanfold paper 1. Move the paper select lever for-

ward to Continuous Paper posi-

tion. 2. If necessary, readjust the Print Gap lever for continuous forms

(see section Print Gap Lever on page 20). 3. Slightly press the single sheet feeder to the right or to the left, until the holding pin comes free from its recess. Remove the feeder. 4. Release the tractor locking levers A by pulling them up. Once the right forms tractor is positioned, lock it by pushing down its lock-

ing lever. 21 QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite 22 Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 Fanfold paper Paper handling 5. Raise the tractor doors and fit the first two paper feed holes onto the right tractor pins. Close the right tractor door. 6. Repeat the procedure for the left tractor and adjust the left forms tractor to accommodate the width of the form. 7. Move the left tractor to make the paper flat. Do not stretch the paper too taut. Pull the left lock-

ing lever up to secure the tractor in place. 8. Reinstall the manual paper feeder. 9. Press the FF/LOAD key to advance the paper to the top-of-

form position from which print-

ing can start. The printer is auto-

matically placed in the Online State. 22 QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite 23 Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 Paper handling Unloading Continuous Forms Fanfold paper To unload continuous forms:

1. Make sure that the Paper Select lever is set to the continuous forms posi-

tion. 2. Press the PARK key. The continuous forms paper is retracted to the park position. If the paper cannot be retracted in one operation, continue to press the PARK key until the paper is parked. The printer can retract continuous forms-paper by a recommended maximum of 25.4 cm

(11 inches) per operation. (???) 23 QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite 24 Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 Single sheets

Single sheets 24 Paper handling 1. Move the paper select lever back-

ward to Single Sheet position. 2. If necessary, readjust the Print Gap lever for continuous forms

(see section Print Gap Lever on page 20). 3. Make sure that the printer is turned on. 4. Raise the single sheet feeder until it locks into its mounting. 5. Align the left paper guide with the mark on the left of the single sheet feeder. Adjust the right paper guide to the width of the paper used. QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite 25 Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 Paper handling Single sheets 6. Insert a sheet of paper. Make sure that the bottom edge of the paper engages snugly with the platen. The paper will automatically advance to the top-of-form posi-

tion if the Single Sheet Load option of the Setup mode is set to Automatic. The factory setting for the Single Sheet Load option is automatic loading after paper detection. If you set this option to manual, you will have to press FF/LOAD to feed the paper. Ejecting Single Sheets If you print using software which inserts a form feed at the end of each page, each sheet is ejected automatically upon the completion of the page printing. To manually eject sheets of paper: Press the FF/LOAD key to execute a forward form feed. 25 QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite 26 Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 Paper Parking Function Paper handling

Paper Parking Function Switching from fanfold paper to single sheets Switching from single sheets to fanfold paper 26 When using fanfold paper (push tractor), single sheets can be inserted without removing paper from the tractor feeder. The fanfold paper can be moved to the parking position by the switches on the operation panel. Switching to friction feed after doing this allows printing on single sheets with the fanfold paper in the tractor feeder left as it is. To switch from fanfold paper to single sheet mode proceed as follows:

1. Tear off printed paper at its perforation, if necessary. 2. Press the PARK key. The fanfold paper is transported backward to the park position. 3. Move the paper select lever backward to Single Sheet position. 4. If necessary, readjust the Print Gap lever for continuous forms (see sec-

tion Print Gap Lever on page 20). 5. Raise the single sheet feeder until it locks in its mounting. 6. Align the left paper guide with the mark on the left of the single sheet feeder. Adjust the right paper guide to the width of thepaper used. 7. Insert a sheet of paper. Make sure that the bottom edge of the paper engages snugly with the platen. The paper will automatically advance to the top-of-form position if the Single Sheet Load option of the Setup mode is set to Automatic. To switch from single sheet mode to tractor mode, proceed as follows:

1. If a single sheet is loaded, press the FF/LOAD key. The sheet is ejeceted. 2. Move the paper select lever backward to Continuous Paper position. 3. Press the FF/LOAD key again. The printer feeds the fanfold paper to the top of form position. QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite 27 Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 Paper handling Setting the first printing line (TOF)

Setting the first printing line (TOF) You can use the TOF function for setting the vertical position of the first printing line. A coloured line on the transparent paper protective cover of the print-

head can be helpful if you want to adjust the first printing line. To adjust the first printing line vertically, proceed as follows:

1. Either transport fanfold paper to the next top of form position or feed an inserted single sheet by pressing the FF/LOAD key. 2. Make sure that the printer is in offline mode; press the SEL key, if necessary. 3. Hold the SHIFT key depressed and use the Micro Feed Down or Micro Feed Up keys to adjust the desired first printing line. Each micro feed will feed the paper down or up in 1/180 inch incre-

ments. 4. After releasing the key, the new adjusted first printing line is saved. 27 QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite 28 Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 Printing out a status page

Printing out a status page Example of a status page Paper handling The printer has a function that allows you to printout the current parameter settings. Proceed as follows, to printout the status page. 1. Make sure that paper is loaded (fanfold paper or single sheet). 2. Switch off the printer. 3. Hold depressed the PARK key and switch on the printer. The status page is printed automatically. 28 QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite 29 Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11

Printer specifications Chapter 5 Specifications Narrow model Wide model Printing method 2440/9 9-pin Dot matrix 2540/9 9-pin Dot matrix impact printer impact printer 2440/24 24-pin Dot matrix 2540/24 24-pin Dot matrix impact printer impact printer Character pitch 10, 12, 15, 16.6, 17.1, 20 characters/inch and proportional type

(emulation-dependent) Print width 80 characters/line at 10 cpi 96 characters/line at 12 cpi 137 characters/line at 17.1 cpi 136 characters/line at 10 cpi 163 characters/line at 12 cpi 233 characters/line at 17.1 cpi Print speed 400 characters/line at 12 cpi, Draft 480 characters/line at 12 cpi, Draft Line spacing 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 12 lines/inch Resolution Up to 144 vertical 240 horizontal dots per square inch Interface Parallel IEEE-1284 bidirectional Centronics, USB 2.0 Full Speed

(12 Mbps) or Ethernet, Serial RS-232C Throughput

(ECMA 132)

??? pages/hour

?? pages/minute

??? pages/hour

?? pages/minute Emulations IBM (Native / Proprinter III) , Epson , DEC, MTPL and OKI Power supply U.S.A./Canada 120 V 10%, 60 Hz 2%, Europe 230 V 10%, 50/60 Hz 2%

29 QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite 30 Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 Printer specifications Specifications Narrow model Wide model at 100% throughput ?? VA when idling ?? VA at 100% throughput ?? VA when idling ?? VA

?? dB in operation

?? dB in operation

?? dB in operation

?? dB in operation Power consumption Sound output level LWAd Sound pressure level LpAm Dimensions 398 (W) x 330 (D) x135 (H) mm 541 (W) x 330 (D) x135 (H) mm Weight Approvals TBD kg TBD kg UL 1950 (with deviation 3) Listed, CSA C22.2 NO.950

(with deviation 3) Certified, FCC Class B (J subpart of 15) Certi-

fied, CE marking, EMC Immu-

nity: IEC61000-4-2 level3, Energy Star UL 1950 (with deviation 3) Listed, CSA C22.2 NO.950

(with deviation 3) Certified, FCC Class B (J subpart of 15) Certi-

fied, TUV (EN60950) Certified, CE marking, SEMKO, EMC Immunity: IEC61000-4-2 level3, Energy Star For more information on printer specifications as well as interface specifications, refer to the User Guide on the Online CD-ROM. 30 QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite 31 Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 Specifications Paper specifications

Paper specifications Only use paper that corresponds to the paper specifications and test new sorts of paper before use. Paper type Narrow model Wide model Continuous Forms Width Length No. of copies Form thickness (max.) Single Sheets Width Length Thickness 102267 mm

(410.5 in) 102 mm (4 in) or greater 1 to 5 0.35 mm (0.014 in) 102381 mm

(415.0 in) 102 mm (4 in) or greater 1 to 5 0.35 mm (0.014 in) 102267 mm

(410.5 in) 76364 mm

(3 14.3 in) 0.35 mm (0.014 in) 102381 mm

(415.0 in) 76364 mm

(3 14.3 in) 0.35 mm (0.014 in) Roll Paper (Option) TBD TBD TBD For more information on paper specifications, refer to the User Guide on the Online CD-ROM. 31 QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite 32 Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 Consumables and accessories Specifications

Consumables and accessories Consumables Only use ribbon cassettes from the manufacturer as products from other manufacturers may damage the print head or the ribbon drive. Consumables Ribbon Cartridge, Monochrome TBD Order no. 043446 TBD Accessories TBD For more options, refer to the User Guide on the Online CD-ROM. 32 QSG2440_en_396957-.book Seite 1 Donnerstag, 22. November 2007 11:31 11 All rights reserved. Translations, reprinting or copying by any means of this manual complete or in part or in any different form requires our explicit approval. We reserve the right to make changes to this manual without notice. All care has been taken to ensure accuracy of information contained in this manual. However, we cannot accept responsibility for any errors or damages resulting from errors or inaccuracies of information herein. Tous droits rservs. Toute reproduction ou traduction de ce manuel, qu'elle soit complte, partielle ou sous une forme diffrente est interdite sans notre accord formel. Nous nous rservons le droit de modifier ce manuel sans pravis. Toutes les prcautions ont t prises afin d'assurer l'exactitude des informations contenues dans ce manuel. Cependant, nous dclinons toute responsabilit pour les fautes ou dgats provenant d'erreurs ou d'inexactitudes qui seraient restes dans ce manuel. Tous droits rservs. Toute reproduction ou traduction de ce manuel, qu'elle soit complte, partielle ou sous une forme diffrente est interdite sans notre accord formel. Nous nous rservons le droit de modifier ce manuel sans pravis. Toutes les prcautions ont t prises afin d'assurer l'exactitude des informations contenues dans ce manuel. Cependant, nous dclinons toute responsabilit pour les fautes ou dgats provenant d'erreurs ou d'inexactitudes qui seraient restes dans ce manuel. Tutti i diritti sono riservati. Traduzione, ristampa o copia di contenuti in parte, totalmente o in qualsiasi differente forma richiede la nostra esplicita approvazione. Noi ci si riserviamo il diritto di variare questo manuale senza preavviso. Tutte le precauzioni sono state prese per assicurare la precisione delle informazioni contenute in questo manuale. Comunque, noi non possiamo accettare reponsabilit per errori o danni provocati da errori o inesattezze contenuti nel manuale. Todos los derechos reservados. Para traducciones, la reimpresin y otras reproducciones de este manual, incluso parciales y en cualquier forma, ser necesaria nuestra autorizacin expresa, por escrito. Nos reservamos el derecho de modificar el contenido de este manual sin previo aviso. Este manual fue elaborado con cuidado, pero no podemos responsabilizarnos por eventuales errores e imperfecciones del presente manual, ni por daos consiguientes que resulten de ellos. TRADEMARK ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

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