Digital Equipment DEClaser 3500 User manual

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DEClaser 3500 Printer
External Fax Modem
Installation Guide
Order Number: EK-D350P-EI.A01
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Digital Equipment Corporation
Maynard, Massachusetts

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First Printing, December 1994
Digital Equipment Corporation makes no representations that the use of its products
in the manner described in this publication will not infringe on existing or future
patent rights, nor do the descriptions contained in this publication imply the
granting of licenses to make, use, or sell equipment or software in accordance with
the description.
Possession, use, or copying of the software described in this publication is
authorized only pursuant to a valid written license from Digital or an authorized
sublicensor.
Digital Equipment Corporation 1994. All Rights Reserved.
Printed in the U.S.A.
The following are trademarks of Digital Equipment Corporation: DECimage Plus,
DEClaser, DECnet, DECprint, DECserver, DECstation, LATprint,
OpenDECconnect, OpenVMS, PrintServer, ULTRIX, VAX, VAXstation, Digital,
and the DIGITAL logo.
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Approval Information for Australia
Failure to set the modem, and any communications software
used with the modem, to the values contained in the following
table, will result in the modem being operated in a non-
compliant manner. Consequently, there would be no permit in
force for this equipment and the Telecommunications Act 1991
prescribes a penalty of $12 000 for the connection of non-
permitted equipment.
S-Register Function Default Permitte
d Range Units
S0 Number of rings to answer 2 1 to 4 Rings
S6 Blind dial wait time 4 2 to 4 Seconds
S7 Wait for carrier time 55 4 to 55 Seconds
S10 Loss of carrier disc. 14 0 to 30 Seconds
PTT Approval Information For Holland
The DEClaserFAX is made in England and is approved in
Holland for connection to the general switched telephone
network, either directly or through an approved PABX. Users
with modem line connections to some types of PABX or
switched network exchanges must be aware that such equipment
may take between 5 and 40 seconds to return a dial tone after
the DEClaserFAX seizes the line.
Due to PTT approval or other statutory requirements, the
following differences exist in the operation of the
DEClaserFAX when configured for use in Holland and the
standard UK configuration:
•Blind dialling
Dialling in the absence of a dial tone is not permitted.
Therefore, the X options that cause the DEClaserFAX to
ignore the dial tone, X0 and X3, are disabled.
•Comma pause
Register S8 is not applicable and any comma included in a
dial string is ignored. Therefore, the "," option (the comma
character) that inserts a pause during dialling is not
permitted.

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•Repeat dialling and blacklisting
After a failed dial attempt, the DEClaserFAX prevents a
second dial attempt to that number for 5 seconds.
Subsequent attempts are not allowed for 1 minute. Any
attempt to dial a particular number more than 15 times in 1
hour causes the number to be blacklisted. No dial attempts
are allowed to a blacklisted number until the DEClaserFAX
has been switched off and on again.
•Call clear down
If no tones are detected within 20 seconds of a call attempt,
the DEClaserFAX terminates the call attempt, goes back on-
hook, and returns to command mode.
•Congested tone
If the DEClaserFAX detects a congested tone for a
continuous period of 20 seconds, the DEClaserFAX
terminates the call attempt, goes back on-hook, and returns
to command mode.
BABT Approval Information
The Digital Equipment Corporation DEClaserFAX is made in
England and is approved by BABT for connection to
telecommunications systems specified in the instructions for use
and subject to the conditions set out in them. The information
provided in this section relates to the statutory requirements
under which the approval was granted. The approval number is
NS/1232/23/R/605063
All apparatus connected to the DEClaserFAX and thereby
connected directly or indirectly to the BT PSTN circuits must be
approved apparatus as defined in Section 22 or 16 respectively,
of the British Telecommunications Act 1984.
Applicable circuits: This apparatus is approved for connection
to the Public Switched Telephone Network provided by British
Telecommunications Plc, Kingston-upon-Hull City Council, and
Mercury Communications Ltd. It is suitable for household,
office and similar general indoor use when connected to single
exclusive exchange lines employing either Pulse (Loop
Disconnect) or Tone (DTMF) dial signalling and terminated
with a BT type 600 series modular socket. It is not suitable for
shared services.

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For statutory purposes, apparatus connected to the PSTN
through a Relevant Branch System (RBS) is treated as if
connected directly to the PSTN. The definition of an RBS is
given in document BS6789 Section 6.1 clause 2.4.
Ringer equivalence number (REN): All equipment approved
for connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network is
assessed to determine its REN. This value indicates the degree
of load placed on the line by the apparatus and therefore
determines how the device affects the ringing characteristics of
other equipment attached in parallel.
The maximum permitted REN value for a single exchange line
is 4. If the sum of the REN values for attached equipment
exceeds this value, the ringer capacity of the line may be
exceeded and the attached equipment may cease to operate
correctly. The REN value of a standard BT telephone is 1
unless otherwise marked. The REN value of this apparatus is 1.
Because of the wide spread of ringing detector characteristics, a
guarantee of successful operation in an installation of mixed
types of ringing detectors can not be given by the supplier.
Approved functions: This apparatus has been approved for the
use of the following facilities:
Storage of numbers for retrieval by a pre-determined code
Automatic call initiation
Detection of Initial Proceed Indication
Detection of Secondary Proceed Indication
Operation in the absence of Proceed Indication
Automatic Multi-frequency tone (DTMF) or Pulse (Loop
disconnect) dialing
Automatic storage of last number dialled
Tone detection for Ring, Busy, Equipment Engaged, Number
Unobtainable
Manual repeat dialling of last number
Auto clear from call originating end
Automatic answering
Loudspeaker
Modem operation using the standards: V21, V23, V22, V22bis,
V27ter, and V29
Any other use invalidates the approval of the apparatus if, as a
result, it ceases to conform to the standards against which the
approval was granted.

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Connection to the telephone system: If the telephone line
does not have a wall socket compatible with a type 431A plug,
arrange for the installation of an appropriate socket and/or
extension as follows:
•If the extension wiring is owned by British Telecom,
contact the local British Telecom sales office to request
installation of the correct socket, using the post card
provided. Fill out the post card including the address listed
for British Telecom in your local telephone directory.
•If the extension wiring is not owned by British Telecom,
the authorised maintainer of the PBX must install the
correct extension and/or socket. Another person can
perform the installation if the authorised maintainer has
been given 14 days written notice and that period of notice
has expired.
If you intend to share a single exchange line for non-
simultaneous voice and data/fax use, use a suitable approved
"T-splitter". Fit this at the wall socket before connecting the
DEClaserFAX and/or telephone.
Auto-calling: To minimise the risk of inconvenience to other
network subscribers, check carefully all numbers entered during
the Auto Call set-up stage prior to dialling and when storing
numbers in the non-volatile store.
Auto-answering: This apparatus may be configured for either
manual or automatic answering modes. Automatic answering
mode is enabled by setting register S0 to a value greater than 0.
The value is the number of rings before DEClaserFAX answers.
Connection to PBXs: This apparatus is approved for use as an
extension instrument to compatible PBXs. Please contact the
supplier for an up-to-date list of compatible PBXs. It cannot be
guaranteed that the apparatus operates correctly under all
possible conditions of connection to compatible PBXs. Report
any difficulty to the supplier.
This apparatus is suitable for connection to PBXs which return a
Secondary Proceed Indication. It is not suitable for use with
Key systems.

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Safety Statement
Before proceeding with the installation, you should read the
following statement and the national appendix containing
statutory information for the country in which you will be using
the DEClaserFAX.
The DEClaserFAX meets the requirements of European safety
standards EN60950 : 1992 (BS7002 : 1992) and EN41003 :
1993. In compliance with these standards, the safety status of
the ports intended for the interconnection of other equipment is
as follows:
Port Status
25-pin, D RS232 socket
PSTN socket Safety Extra Low Voltage (SELV) Telecommunication Network Voltage (TNV)
These connectors must only be used to connect the
DEClaserFAX to other ports or circuits having the same safety
status.
BZT Hinweis
DEClaserFAX wurde gemäß den Bestimmungen von EN55022
und VDE0878 Tiel 1 Klasse B mit Bezug auf Störspannungen
und elektromagnetische Störstrahlungen getestet. Seine
Kompatibilität mit dem mitgelieferten DTE-Kabel wird hiermit
bescheinigt.
Dem Bundesamt für Zulassungen in der Telekommunikation
wurde das Inverkehrbringen dieses Gerätes angezeigt und die
Berechtigung zur Überprüfung der Serie auf die Einhaltung der
Bestimmungen eingeräumt.

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Electrostatic Discharge
A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor
may damage circuit boards or other static-sensitive devices.
This type of damage may reduce the life expectancy of the
device. To prevent electrostatic damage, observe the following
precautions:
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Avoid hand contact by transporting and storing parts in
static-safe containers.
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Keep electrostatic-sensitive parts in their containers until
they arrive at static-free work stations.
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Place parts on a grounded surface before removing them
from their container.
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Avoid touching pins, leads, or circuitry.
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Always be properly grounded when touching a static-
sensitive component or assembly.
Grounding Methods
Use one or more of the following grounding methods when
handling or installing electrostatic-sensitive parts:
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Use a flexible wrist strap with a minimum of 1 megohm ±
10 percent resistance in the ground cord that is connected to
a grounded workstation or the printer chassis. To provide a
proper ground, wear the strap snug against the skin.
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Use heel straps, toe straps, or boot straps on both feet at
standing workstations. Stand on conductive floors or
dissipating floor mats.
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Use conductive field service tools.
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Use a portable field service kit with a folding static-
dissipating work mat.
If you do not have the proper grounding equipment, have an
Authorized Service Provider install the part.
NOTE: For additional information on static electricity, or
assistance with the installation of this product, contact your
Authorized Service Provider.

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INTRODUCTION
The DEClaserFAX is an external modem for the DEClaser 3500
printer. The DEClaserFAX can send and receive Group III and
PostScript faxes. Digital recommends 8MB of RAM for this
option.
DEClaserFAX Kit Contents
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Serial interface board
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DEClaserFAX modem
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Telephone cable
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Interface cable
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Telephone socket adapter, where applicable
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Software and its documentation
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This guide
Items Needed for Installation
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This Kit
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Non magnetic Phillips screwdriver

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INSTALLATION
STEP 1
TURN THE PRINTER OFF (O) AND UNPLUG THE
POWER CORD.
STEP 2
DISCONNECT ALL CABLES FROM THE PRINTER.

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!WARNING: Turn the printer off and unplug the AC
power cord before attempting to remove the system
controller board. Failure to do so may result in an
electrical shock or damage to the printer.
WARNUNG: Schalten Sie den Drucker aus und
ziehen Sie den Stecker des Netzteil-Adapters, bevor
Sie die Systemsteuerungskarte ausbauen.
Andernfalls besteht die Gefahr elektrischer Schläge
oder einer Beschädigung des Druckers.
AVERTISSEMENT: Mettez l'imprimante hors
tension et débranchez le cordon d'alimentation
secteur avant d'enlever la carte contrôleur. Toute
omission de votre part risquerait de provoquer une
décharge électrique ou d'endommager l'imprimante.
AVVERTENZA: Spegnere la stampante e staccare il
cavo di alimentazione CA prima di rimuovere la
scheda del controller del sistema al fine di evitare
scosse elettriche o danni alla stampante.
ADVERTENCIA: Apague la impresora y desenchufe
el cable de alimentación de CA antes de extraer la
tarjeta controladora del sistema o, del lo contrario,
se puede producir una descarga electrostática o se
puede estropear la impresora.
WAARSCHUWING: Schakel de printer uit en neem
de stekker uit het stopcontact voordat u de systeem-
controllerkaart verwijdert. Als u dit niet doet, kunt
u een elektrische schok krijgen of de printer
beschadigen.
CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic damage to the
printer option and/or system controller board, follow
the safety precautions outlined in "Electrostatic
Discharge."

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STEP 3
PRESS DOWN ON THE TABS TO OPEN AND LOWER THE
REAR COVER.
STEP 4
1
2
3
LOOSEN THE THUMBSCREWS AND REMOVE THE
SYSTEM CONTROLLER BOARD.
1 Thumbscrews
2 System Controller Board
3 Rear Cover

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STEP 5
2
21
3
REMOVE A BLANK PLATE COVERING EITHER
INTERFACE CONNECTOR SLOT.
1 Blank Plate
2 Mounting Posts (not used)
3 Retaining Bracket

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STEP 6
J9 J7
A. VERIFY THE CORRECT PLACEMENT OF
JUMPERS
ON THE SERIAL BOARD:
P1 HAS A JUMPER.
P2 DOES NOT HAVE A JUMPER.
B. PLUG THE SERIAL BOARD CONNECTOR INTO
LOCATION J7 OR J9 AND SECURE.

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STEP 7
1
2
3
REINSTALL AND SECURE THE CONTROLLER BOARD
AND CLOSE THE REAR COVER.
1 Thumbscrews
2 System Controller Board
3 Rear Cover

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STEP 8
RECONNECT ALL CABLES BUT DO NOT APPLY
POWER.

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STEP 9
ATTACH ONE END OF THE INTERFACE CABLE TO
THE SERIAL BOARD AND ATTACH THE OTHER END
TO THE DECLASERFAX'S SERIAL PORT.
The large 25-way D-shaped connector is the serial port.

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STEP 10
A
B
C

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A. PLUG THE TELEPHONE CABLE INTO THE
DECLASERFAX'S PSTN PORT.
The telephone cable connects the DEClaserFAX to the public
telephone network. One end of the lead has a clear RJ11-style
plug. The other end has a plug for connection to the wall
socket, either directly or using an adapter.
Plug the RJ11-style plug into the PSTN port of the modem, the
square 6-pin socket.
B. IF USING AN ADAPTER, PLUG THE OTHER END
OF THE CABLE INTO THE ADAPTER.
C. PLUG THE ADAPTER OR TELEPHONE CABLE
INTO THE WALL SOCKET.
!WARNING: Be sure to plug the telephone cable into
the modem before you connect the modem to the
telephone system. Once the cable has been
connected, it cannot be removed without the use of a
small screwdriver. This is deliberate and is intended
to prevent accidental shock from
Telecommunications Network Voltages (TNV).

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STEP 11
PLUG IN THE PRINTER AND TURN IT ON (I).
The DEClaserFAX requires a nominal 9-V DC supply at 132
mA. This power is supplied by the printer through the 25-way
serial port connector. The DEClaserFAX has a power supply
port, the round 3.5-mm jack socket on the side of the
DEClaserFAX, but this is not required for operation with your
printer and no connection should be made to this socket.