GNOME 5050 User manual

GEK-99043
GENICOMConfidential
Duplication Prohibited
Without Written Authorization
GEK-99032
Models
5050, 5100, 5180
User’s
Manual
genicom
Line Printers

GEK-99044 i Preface
FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT (USA)
This equipment complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
!Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
!Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
!Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
!Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
FCC warning: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.
Note the following:
!The use of a non-shielded interface cable with the referenced
device is prohibited.
!The length of the parallel interface cable must be 3 meters (10
feet) or less.
!The length of the serial interface cable must be 15 meters (50 feet)
or less.
!The length of the power cord must be 3 meters (10 feet) or less.
COMPLIANCE STATEMENT (CANADA)
This digital apparatus is in conformity with standard NMB-003 of
Canada.
Cet appareil numérique est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
COMPLIANCE STATEMENT (GERMANY)
Bescheinigung des Herstellers/Importeurs
Hermit wird bescheinigt, daß der/die/das
Machinenlärminformationsverordnung 3. GSGV, 18.01.1991: Der
höchste
Schalldruckpegel beträgt 70 dB (A) oder weniger gemäß EN27779-
1991.

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COMPLIANCE STATEMENT (EUROPE)
Warning
This product meets the interference requirements of EN55022.
In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio
interference in which case, the user may be required to take
adequate measures.
Optional Interface Kits
If either of the Ethernet interface board, Token ring interface board,
IBM TX/CX interface board, or any variation of the Legacy parallel
board is installed in either or both of the interface expansion slots,
this equipment may produce additional radio frequency interference
in compliance with FCC Class A emissions.
Si des panneaux d’interface d’Ethernet, panneau de token ring,
panneau d’IBM TX/CX, ou n’importe quelle variation des panneaux
de parallèle de legs est installé dans l’un ou l’autre ou tous les deux
emplacements d’interface, ce matérial peut produire l’interférence
F.R. upplémentaire conformément ICES-003 aux émissions de la
classe A.
Falls Ethernet, Token ring, IBM TX/CX, Schnittstellenkarten oder
eine variation der herkoemmlicken Parallelscnittstellenkarten
(interface) in einer oder beiden steckbaren Erweiterungsschnittstellen
installiert sind, koennen moeglicherweise zusaetzliche
Funkfrequenzstoerungen erzeugt werden, unter Einhaltung der
EN55022 Klasse A Stoerstrahlungswerte.
ENERGY STAR
As an ENERGY STAR ® Partner, GENICOM has determined that this
product meets the ENERGY STAR ® guidelines for energy efficiency.
The International ENERGY STAR ® Office Equipment Program is an
international program that promotes energy saving through the use
of computers and other office equipment. The program backs the
development and dissemination of products with functions that
effectively reduce energy consumption. It is an open system in which
business proprietors can participate voluntarily. The targeted
products are office equipment such as computers, displays, printers,
facsimiles, and copiers. Their standards and logos are uniform among
participating nations.
INTERNATIONAL COMPLIANCE
EN5008-1:1993 EN55022:1994
EN50082-1:1997 EN61000-4-2:1995
EN61000-4-3:1994
EN61000-4-4:1995
EN61000-4-5:1995
EN61000-4-6:1994

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Trademark Acknowledgements
GENICOM is a registered trademark of GENICOM Corporation. The
following companies own the other trademarks used in this manual:
GENICOM Corporation: Centronics;
International Business Machines Corporation: IBM;
Epson Corporation: Epson;
All other product names mentioned in this manual may also be
trademarks of their respective companies.

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Operating Precautions
Read this section and remember these instructions to ensure user
safety and the printer’s correct performance. Follow the cautions and
notices labeled on the printer or marked in the manual. Save this
manual for future reference.
!Use only the power cord furnished with the printer and a properly
grounded outlet. Do not use an extension power cord.
!Confirm that the rated voltage of the printer matches the voltage
of the power outlet where the printer will be connected.
!The maximum wattage of these printers is as follows:
Model 5050 printer: 400 watts.
Model 5100 printer: 524 watts.
Model 5180 printer: 1167 watts.
!Turn off the printer and disconnect the power cord before
beginning maintenance.
!Disconnect the power cord from the outlet when the printer is not
used over an extended period of time.
!Disconnect the power cord from the outlet whenever
thunderstorms are nearby. Leaving the power cord connected
may damage the printer or other property.
!Do not put the printer in direct sunlight, near a heater, or near
water. Leave adequate space around the printer.
!Use only a shielded interface cable 3 meters (10 feet) or less for
the parallel interface, 15 meters (50 feet) or less for the serial
interface, 100 meters (328 feet) or less for Ethernet interface
10Base-T connection, and 185 meters (607 feet) or less for the
Ethernet interface 10Base-2 connection.
!Be sure the printer is turned off before connecting any interface.
!Do not turn the printer off while it is printing.
!Do not disassemble or remove any components unless instructed
in the maintenance procedures.
!Keep the printer unit upright when removing or installing it.
!Do not drop small objects, such as paper clips, into the printer.
!Do not set page margins off the physically printable page area.
!Turn off the printer and disconnect the power cord immediately if
an abnormal condition occurs: for instance, if the printer emits
smoke, prints abnormally, becomes wet, or falls. For additional
information, contact the GENICOM authorized dealer, where the
printer was purchased.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT (USA).......................................................................................................i
COMPLIANCE STATEMENT (CANADA) ...................................................................................................................i
COMPLIANCE STATEMENT (GERMANY) .................................................................................................................i
COMPLIANCE STATEMENT (EUROPE)................................................................................................................... ii
Optional Interface Kits .................................................................................................................................. ii
ENERGY STAR .................................................................................................................................................... ii
INTERNATIONAL COMPLIANCE ........................................................................................................................... ii
Trademark Acknowledgements..................................................................................................................... iii
Operating Precautions ..................................................................................................................................iv
TABLE OF CONTENTS .....................................................................................................................................v
CHAPTER 1. INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................... 1-1
REFERENCE USAGE:......................................................................................................................................... 1-2
ORGANIZATION OF THIS MANUAL.................................................................................................................... 1-2
CHAPTER 2. GETTING STARTED.............................................................................................................. 2-1
PREPARING THE PRINTER FOR OPERATION ...................................................................................................... 2-1
CONNECTING THE POWER CORD ..................................................................................................................... 2-1
CONNECTING THE INTERFACE CABLE.............................................................................................................. 2-2
I/O Interface Card Options available......................................................................................................... 2-3
DESCRIPTION OF THE CONTROL PANEL ........................................................................................................... 2-3
Beeper......................................................................................................................................................... 2-4
Display........................................................................................................................................................ 2-5
Pushbuttons ................................................................................................................................................ 2-5
OPERATION OF THE CONTROL PANEL.............................................................................................................. 2-5
Data Entry .................................................................................................................................................. 2-6
INSTALLING THE PAPER HANDLING SYSTEM................................................................................................... 2-8
(55 OR 60 DBA CABINET MODELS) ............................................................................................................... 2-8
Paper Handling Aids (55 dBa) Cabinet Models....................................................................................... 2-11
SELECTING THE PAPER PATH......................................................................................................................... 2-11
5050/5100 (55 AND 60 DBA) CABINET MODEL ONLY ............................................................................... 2-11
Wire Paper Guide..................................................................................................................................... 2-12
LOADING PAPER ............................................................................................................................................ 2-14
Manual Paper Loading............................................................................................................................. 2-14
Semiautomatic Paper Loading ................................................................................................................. 2-18
HORIZONTAL POSITIONING OF THE PAPER..................................................................................................... 2-19
THE RIBBON DECK........................................................................................................................................ 2-20
5050/5100 (55 OR 60 DBA) CABINET MODEL ................................................................................................ 2-20
THE RIBBON DECK........................................................................................................................................ 2-21
5180 (52 OR 55 DBA) CABINET MODEL ....................................................................................................... 2-21
THE RIBBON CARTRIDGE ............................................................................................................................... 2-22
5050/5100 (50,55 OR 60 DBA) CABINET MODEL........................................................................................... 2-22
RIBBON REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION.......................................................................................................... 2-22
5050/5100 (50,55 OR 60 DBA) CABINET MODEL ......................................................................................... 2-22
Removing a Ribbon (50,55, or 60 dBa) Cabinet Model ........................................................................... 2-25
RIBBON REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION.......................................................................................................... 2-25
5180 (52 OR 55 DBA) CABINET MODEL ....................................................................................................... 2-25
SETTING THE PRINT GAP ............................................................................................................................... 2-27
Reading the Scale ..................................................................................................................................... 2-27
Using the White Scale ............................................................................................................................................2-27
Using the Black Scale.............................................................................................................................................2-28
PAPER TENSION ADJUSTMENT....................................................................................................................... 2-28

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POWER-ON SEQUENCE .................................................................................................................................. 2-29
INTERLOCK CIRCUIT ...................................................................................................................................... 2-29
5050/5100 (55 or 60 dBa) Cabinet Model................................................................................................ 2-30
5180 (55 dBa) Model................................................................................................................................ 2-31
Top Access Door Interlock Switch......................................................................................................................... 2-31
Print Module Access Panel AC Interlock Switch ................................................................................................... 2-31
INITIALIZING THE PRINTER ............................................................................................................................ 2-32
When to Initialize...................................................................................................................................... 2-32
USING THE KEYPAD TO INITIALIZE................................................................................................................ 2-32
Control Panel Initialization...................................................................................................................... 2-32
TEST PATTERN PRINTING................................................................................................................................2-33
CHAPTER 3. OPERATING THE PRINTER................................................................................................ 3-1
PRINTER OPERATIONAL MODES....................................................................................................................... 3-1
Online ......................................................................................................................................................... 3-1
Offline ......................................................................................................................................................... 3-1
Fault ........................................................................................................................................................... 3-1
Menu........................................................................................................................................................... 3-1
Status Display........................................................................................................................................................... 3-1
MAIN MENU .................................................................................................................................................... 3-2
Operator Menu ........................................................................................................................................... 3-2
Setup Menu ................................................................................................................................................. 3-2
Maintenance Menu ..................................................................................................................................... 3-2
Menu Control.............................................................................................................................................. 3-3
SETTING UP A FORMAT .................................................................................................................................... 3-3
Active Format ............................................................................................................................................. 3-3
Setting up an Active Format ....................................................................................................................... 3-4
Form Length ............................................................................................................................................... 3-4
Top Margin................................................................................................................................................. 3-4
Bottom Margin............................................................................................................................................ 3-4
Top Print Ref .............................................................................................................................................. 3-4
Explanation of the Top Print Ref.............................................................................................................................. 3-5
Example.................................................................................................................................................................... 3-5
LOW PAPER PRINTING ..................................................................................................................................... 3-7
Low Paper .................................................................................................................................................. 3-7
Replenishing Paper Supply......................................................................................................................... 3-7
SETTING TOP OF FORM ..................................................................................................................................... 3-8
PAPER TEAR-OFF FEATURE............................................................................................................................. 3-9
Paper Path (5050/5100 (55 or 60 dBa) Cabinet Model Only) ................................................................... 3-9
Number of Forms Ejected........................................................................................................................... 3-9
Special Forms........................................................................................................................................... 3-10
LOCAL AUTO VIEW FEATURE........................................................................................................................ 3-12
Viewing ..................................................................................................................................................... 3-12
Retracting ................................................................................................................................................. 3-12
USING THE MENU CONTROL MENU ................................................................................................................ 3-12
CHAPTER 4. USING THE OPERATOR MENU.......................................................................................... 4-1
NEW RIBBON ................................................................................................................................................... 4-1
SELECT FORMAT ............................................................................................................................................. 4-1
FONT STYLE .................................................................................................................................................... 4-2
CHAR SET/COUNTRY....................................................................................................................................... 4-3
Character Set.............................................................................................................................................. 4-3
Country ....................................................................................................................................................... 4-4
SELECT CPI..................................................................................................................................................... 4-4
Select CPI (User Set) .................................................................................................................................. 4-4
SELECT LPI ..................................................................................................................................................... 4-5

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Select LPI (User Set) .................................................................................................................................. 4-5
INTERFACE ...................................................................................................................................................... 4-6
EMULATION..................................................................................................................................................... 4-6
FILTER............................................................................................................................................................. 4-7
Serial .......................................................................................................................................................... 4-7
Parallel(1284) ............................................................................................................................................ 4-8
Expansion1/Expansion2 ............................................................................................................................. 4-9
SHOW .............................................................................................................................................................. 4-9
Software IDs ............................................................................................................................................. 4-10
Sample Status Page .................................................................................................................................. 4-11
Sample Format Page ................................................................................................................................ 4-14
Sample Character Set ............................................................................................................................... 4-15
Sample Font Page .................................................................................................................................... 4-15
ADJUST TOF ................................................................................................................................................. 4-17
Print At TOF............................................................................................................................................. 4-17
Set TOF..................................................................................................................................................... 4-18
Rolling ASCII ........................................................................................................................................... 4-18
DISCARD JOB................................................................................................................................................. 4-18
CHAPTER 5.USING THE SET UP MENU .................................................................................................. 5-1
FORMAT .......................................................................................................................................................... 5-1
Modify Format............................................................................................................................................ 5-2
Format Name ............................................................................................................................................................5-2
Font Style..................................................................................................................................................................5-2
CharSet/Country .......................................................................................................................................................5-3
Character Set ........................................................................................................................................................5-3
Country.................................................................................................................................................................5-3
CPI............................................................................................................................................................................5-4
LPI............................................................................................................................................................................5-4
Form Length .............................................................................................................................................................5-5
Top Margin...............................................................................................................................................................5-5
Bottom Margin .........................................................................................................................................................5-6
Left Margin...............................................................................................................................................................5-6
Right Margin ............................................................................................................................................................5-7
Top Print Ref ............................................................................................................................................................5-8
Left Print Ref............................................................................................................................................................5-9
Horiz Expansion .......................................................................................................................................................5-9
Vert Expansion .......................................................................................................................................................5-10
VertExp Options .....................................................................................................................................................5-10
Print Modifiers........................................................................................................................................................5-11
Print Options...........................................................................................................................................................5-11
Slew Rate................................................................................................................................................................5-12
Save Format ............................................................................................................................................. 5-12
HORIZ TAB .................................................................................................................................................... 5-13
VERTICAL FORMAT ....................................................................................................................................... 5-13
Vertical Tabs ............................................................................................................................................ 5-14
Emulation VFU......................................................................................................................................... 5-14
INTERFACE SETTINGS .................................................................................................................................... 5-15
MultiSource .............................................................................................................................................. 5-15
Parallel Setup ........................................................................................................................................... 5-16
Serial ........................................................................................................................................................ 5-16
Serial Type..............................................................................................................................................................5-16
Serial Setup.............................................................................................................................................................5-17
Protocol ..............................................................................................................................................................5-17
XON/XOFF........................................................................................................................................................5-17
CD(DTR)............................................................................................................................................................ 5-18
CA(RTS) ............................................................................................................................................................5-19
SCA(SRTS)........................................................................................................................................................ 5-19
ETX/ACK ..........................................................................................................................................................5-20

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Inhibit Xmit........................................................................................................................................................ 5-20
Lead Polarity ...................................................................................................................................................... 5-21
CD(DTR) ....................................................................................................................................................... 5-21
CA(RTS)........................................................................................................................................................ 5-21
SCA(SRTS) ................................................................................................................................................... 5-22
CB(CTS)........................................................................................................................................................ 5-22
CC(DSR) ....................................................................................................................................................... 5-22
Data Bits ........................................................................................................................................................ 5-23
Parity.............................................................................................................................................................. 5-23
Stop Bits ........................................................................................................................................................ 5-24
Baud Rate ...................................................................................................................................................... 5-24
High Trip Pt%................................................................................................................................................ 5-25
Expansion1/Expansion2 ........................................................................................................................... 5-25
Legacy Parallel ....................................................................................................................................................... 5-26
Centronics .......................................................................................................................................................... 5-26
DP(Short) ........................................................................................................................................................... 5-26
DP(Long) ........................................................................................................................................................... 5-27
I/F Straps ............................................................................................................................................................ 5-28
Token Ring ............................................................................................................................................................. 5-28
Coax ....................................................................................................................................................................... 5-29
Twinax.................................................................................................................................................................... 5-29
TCP/IP.................................................................................................................................................................... 5-30
Netware .................................................................................................................................................................. 5-30
ENGINE OPTIONS ........................................................................................................................................... 5-31
Direction................................................................................................................................................... 5-31
EngineOff Delay ....................................................................................................................................... 5-31
Print Intensity ........................................................................................................................................... 5-32
PRINT CONTROL ............................................................................................................................................ 5-32
Define LF.................................................................................................................................................. 5-33
Define CR ................................................................................................................................................. 5-33
Define FF.................................................................................................................................................. 5-33
Define HT ................................................................................................................................................. 5-34
VertMove .................................................................................................................................................. 5-34
AutoWrap.................................................................................................................................................. 5-34
FF @ TOF ................................................................................................................................................ 5-35
GenPtrOpts ................................................................................................................................................... 5-35
TEAROFF....................................................................................................................................................... 5-35
Path .......................................................................................................................................................... 5-36
Retract ...................................................................................................................................................... 5-36
Auto .......................................................................................................................................................... 5-36
EMULATION................................................................................................................................................... 5-37
ANSI (4800) .............................................................................................................................................. 5-38
ANSI (4410) .............................................................................................................................................. 5-38
FX286E..................................................................................................................................................... 5-39
ProPrinter................................................................................................................................................. 5-39
P 300/600.................................................................................................................................................. 5-40
DEC LG .................................................................................................................................................... 5-40
Pseries ...................................................................................................................................................... 5-41
DEC PPL3 ................................................................................................................................................ 5-41
ESC/P2 ..................................................................................................................................................... 5-42
DISPLAY LAN ................................................................................................................................................ 5-42
FILTER ........................................................................................................................................................... 5-42
QMS.......................................................................................................................................................... 5-43
BC Density ............................................................................................................................................................. 5-43
Control Chars.......................................................................................................................................................... 5-44
Language ................................................................................................................................................................ 5-44
Code V.................................................................................................................................................................... 5-45
Free Format ............................................................................................................................................................ 5-45
Ignore Mode ........................................................................................................................................................... 5-46

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Slashed Zero ...........................................................................................................................................................5-46
PY Terminator ........................................................................................................................................................5-46
PN Terminator ........................................................................................................................................................5-47
Vertical DPI............................................................................................................................................................5-47
LPI Grid..................................................................................................................................................................5-47
Version ...................................................................................................................................................................5-48
Magnum Spaces......................................................................................................................................................5-48
Ignore Chr Mode ....................................................................................................................................................5-48
Ignore Char.............................................................................................................................................................5-49
IGP ........................................................................................................................................................... 5-49
BC Density .............................................................................................................................................................5-49
Control Chars..........................................................................................................................................................5-50
Language ................................................................................................................................................................5-51
IGP Terminator.......................................................................................................................................................5-51
Quiet Mode.............................................................................................................................................................5-51
Delete Logos........................................................................................................................................................... 5-52
Default OCR-B .......................................................................................................................................................5-52
Vertical DPI............................................................................................................................................................5-52
Slashed Zero ...........................................................................................................................................................5-53
Clip Text.................................................................................................................................................................5-53
Ignore Chr Mode ....................................................................................................................................................5-53
Ignore Char.............................................................................................................................................................5-54
IPDS ......................................................................................................................................................... 5-54
IPDS BC Stagger ....................................................................................................................................................5-54
IPDS BC Density....................................................................................................................................................5-55
IPDS GR Density....................................................................................................................................................5-55
IPDS Image Density ...............................................................................................................................................5-55
IPDS Dens Ovr .......................................................................................................................................................5-56
IBM Format.............................................................................................................................................. 5-56
Code Page...............................................................................................................................................................5-56
Code Pg Override ...................................................................................................................................................5-57
LPI Override........................................................................................................................................................... 5-57
CPI Override...........................................................................................................................................................5-57
MPP Override.........................................................................................................................................................5-58
MPL Override.........................................................................................................................................................5-58
Override Text..........................................................................................................................................................5-59
Override All............................................................................................................................................................5-59
Hex Print.................................................................................................................................................................5-60
Hex 1 ......................................................................................................................................................................5-60
Hex 2 ......................................................................................................................................................................5-61
Hex Term................................................................................................................................................................5-61
DCF1 ......................................................................................................................................................................5-61
DCF2 ......................................................................................................................................................................5-62
DCF Term...............................................................................................................................................................5-63
Coax Compat ..........................................................................................................................................................5-63
Case.................................................................................................................................................................... 5-64
LOC Copy FF.....................................................................................................................................................5-64
FF Before LC .....................................................................................................................................................5-64
Interv Req...........................................................................................................................................................5-65
Irq Err TO...........................................................................................................................................................5-65
Irq Bsy TO..........................................................................................................................................................5-66
CR at MPP+1 ..................................................................................................................................................... 5-66
NL at MPP+1 .....................................................................................................................................................5-67
FF Data............................................................................................................................................................... 5-67
FF EndBuff.........................................................................................................................................................5-68
Null Sup .............................................................................................................................................................5-68
FF Pos ................................................................................................................................................................5-69
Auto Funct..........................................................................................................................................................5-69
LAST LF/FF.......................................................................................................................................................5-69
Supp CCode ....................................................................................................................................................... 5-70
VCS....................................................................................................................................................................5-70
Comm................................................................................................................................................................. 5-71

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CHAPTER 6.USING THE MAINTENANCE MENU.................................................................................. 6-1
RESET TO DEFLTS............................................................................................................................................ 6-1
ALIGNMENT..................................................................................................................................................... 6-2
Patterns....................................................................................................................................................... 6-2
AdjustAmplitude.......................................................................................................................................... 6-3
HEADSERVICE ................................................................................................................................................. 6-4
Dot Counts.................................................................................................................................................. 6-4
Print Chart.................................................................................................................................................. 6-5
Actuator Status ........................................................................................................................................... 6-6
POWER ON TIME .............................................................................................................................................. 6-6
PRINT TIME ..................................................................................................................................................... 6-6
UPGRADE FLASH ............................................................................................................................................. 6-7
RIBBONMONITOR ............................................................................................................................................ 6-7
CHAPTER 7.OPERATOR CARE AND MAINTENANCE ........................................................................ 7-1
INTRODUCTION................................................................................................................................................ 7-1
OPERATOR CLEANING PROCEDURES ............................................................................................................... 7-1
5050/5100 (50, 55 OR 60 DBA) CABINET MODEL............................................................................................ 7-1
OPERATOR CLEANING PROCEDURES ............................................................................................................... 7-2
5180 (52 OR 55 DBA) CABINET MODEL........................................................................................................... 7-2
OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING....................................................................................................................... 7-3
Soft Faults................................................................................................................................................... 7-4
Miscellaneous Non-Fault Messages ........................................................................................................... 7-7
Hard Faults ................................................................................................................................................ 7-8
Electrical Problems .................................................................................................................................. 7-10
Mechanical Problems ............................................................................................................................... 7-11
Self-test Error Messages........................................................................................................................... 7-12
SERIAL INTERFACE ERRORS........................................................................................................................... 7-13
PRINT HEAD REPLACEMENT.......................................................................................................................... 7-13
5050/5100 (50, 55 OR 60 DBA) CABINET MODEL .......................................................................................... 7-13
Replacement Procedure............................................................................................................................ 7-14
PRINT HEAD REPLACEMENT.......................................................................................................................... 7-18
5180 (52 OR 55 DBA) CABINET MODEL ......................................................................................................... 7-18
Resetting Print Head Counters................................................................................................................. 7-21
APPENDIX A UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS.......................................................................................... A-1
UNPACKING (5180 52 DBA MODEL)............................................................................................................... A-1
Unpacking (5050/5100 55 DbA Model)......................................................................................................A-4
Repacking ...................................................................................................................................................A-6
UNPACKING (5180 MODEL) ........................................................................................................................... A-6
Removing the Shipping Blocks and Hardware ...........................................................................................A-7
APPENDIX B PAPER SPECIFICATIONS.................................................................................................. B-1
RECOMMENDED PAPER WEIGHTS....................................................................................................................B-1
APPENDIX C CONSIDERATIONS FOR OPERATION ........................................................................... C-1
APPENDIX D................................................................................................................................................... D-1
PARTS, ACCESSORIES, CONSUMABLES AND OPTIONS................................................................... D-1
APPENDIX E. FONT PRINT SAMPLES......................................................................................................E-1
HIGH SPEED FONT............................................................................................................................................E-1
GOTHIC DRAFT – DATA PROCESSING FONT ......................................................................................................E-1
GOTHIC NEAR LETTER QUALITY .......................................................................................................................E-1

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CHARACTER GRAPHICS FONT ........................................................................................................................... E-1
CORRESPONDENCE FONT..................................................................................................................................E-2
OCR-A FONT.....................................................................................................................................................E-2
OCR-B FONT ..................................................................................................................................................E-2
COURIER NLQ FONT..........................................................................................................................................E-2
ITALIC NLQ FONT .............................................................................................................................................E-2
HIGH SPEED 2..................................................................................................................................................E-3
CANADIAN PST.................................................................................................................................................E-3
APPENDIX F. FLASH UPGRADE INSTRUCTIONS.................................................................................F-1
APPENDIX G DESCRIPTION OF STRAPPING OPTIONS .................................................................... G-1
LEGACY PARALLEL HARDWARE STRAP DEFINITIONS...................................................................................... G-2
LEGACY PARALLEL SOFTWARE STRAP DEFINITIONS...................................................................................... G-3
GENERAL PRINTER OPTIONS DEFINITIONS ..................................................................................................... G-4
EMULATION OPTION DESCRIPTIONS ............................................................................................................... G-6
APPENDIX H. ................................................................................................................................................. H-1
INTERFACE EMULATION COMPATIBILITY........................................................................................ G-1
APPENDIX I. LCD MENU MAPS ..................................................................................................................I-1

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CHAPTER 1. INTRODUCTION
This printer is a high duty cycle, line matrix printer. Among the
advanced features of this printer are:
!High speed at 500/1000/1800 lpm
!Industry’s only lifetime warranty on shuttle mechanism and
striker bar
!IBM-compatible models
!Ideal for manufacturing pick lists and shipping documents
!Remote network printing
!Auto interface switching
!Top demand exit or rear exit standard (5050/5100 (55 or 60 dBa)
Cabinet Model)
!Industrial graphics, bar codes, and labels
Other characteristics include:
!Input voltage:
5050/5100 Models auto range selecting 115V or 230V
5180 Models switchable 115V or 230V
!Hardware interfaces: menu selectable or auto switching between
CENTRONICS parallel and RS-232 serial
!Standard emulation’s: menu- or host-selectable ANSI 4800, ANSI
4410, Epson FX286e, IBM Proprinter III XL, P 300/600, DEC LG
and PPL3, Pseries, and ESC/P2.
!Standard fonts: menu- or host-selectable Data Processing,
Correspondence, Gothic NLQ, Graphics, Courier NLQ, Italic NLQ,
High Speed, OCR-A, OCR-B and Oversize.

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REFERENCE USAGE:
Warning
Warning is used to alert a user of a hazard that could cause
personal injury or severe damage to the equipment.
Caution
Caution is used where there is a risk of damaging the equipment,
parts or supplies.
Note
Indicates additional information.
ORGANIZATION OF THIS MANUAL
This User’s Manual covers the 5000 series printers. Some procedures
discussed in this manual are model number and/or cabinet specific.
The differences are noted within sections where possible and
separated into section where necessary. The following is a visual
representation of the cabinet models available:
This User’s Manual is divided into the following main sections:
Chapter 1: Introduction
This chapter contains a brief introduction to the key features of the
printer and the organization of this manual.
Chapter 2: Getting Started
This chapter contains the instructions necessary to get the printer up
and running.
Chapter 3: Operating the Printer
5050/5100 (50 dBa)
5180 (52 dBa)
5050/5100 (55 dBa) 5050/5100 (60 dBa) 5180 (55 dBa)
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This chapter contains descriptions of the control panel, the
pushbuttons and navigation through the menu options.
Chapter 4: Using the Operator Menu
This chapter details the procedures for accessing the options under
the Operator Menu.
Chapter 5: Using the Setup Menu
This chapter details the procedures for accessing the options under
the Set Up Menu.
Chapter 6: Using the Maintenance Menu
This chapter details the procedures for accessing the options under
the Maintenance Menu
Chapter 7: Operator Care and Maintenance
This chapter contains information for the user to care and maintain
the printer.
The following appendices are provided for reference information:
Appendix A: Unpacking & Repacking
This appendix contains information necessary to unpack the printer
or repack the printer for shipment.
Appendix B: Paper Considerations
This appendix contains information as a guide to paper supplies.
Appendix C: Considerations for Operation
This appendix contains specifications on the printer.
Appendix D: Parts, Accessories, Consumables, Options
This appendix contains a list of available parts, accessories,
consumables and options available for the printer.
Appendix E: Font Print Samples
This appendix contains print samples of the font styles available on
this printer.
Appendix F: Flash Software Procedures
This appendix contains upgrade software procedures.
Appendix G: Description of Strapping Options
This appendix contains reference tables listing hardware and
software strapping options.
Appendix H: Emulation Interface Compatibility
This appendix contains reference tables for Emulation to Interface
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CHAPTER 2. GETTING STARTED
PREPARING THE PRINTER FOR OPERATION
Printer unpacking is complete when all accessories have been
removed from the packaging and printer cabinet or pedestal. See
“Appendix A Unpacking Procedures” for more information.
Move the printer to a suitable operating location. See Appendix C for
considerations on the space and conditions required for normal
operation.
The two front casters have locks to stabilize the printer once it has
been moved to its location. Press one brake tab to lock the wheel of
the caster and press the other tab to unlock. See Figure 2-1.
Note
The printer should be initially setup following the instructions
given in this chapter, in the order presented.
CONNECTING THE POWER CORD
The 5050/5100 (50, 55 or 60 dBa) Cabinet Model printer is equipped
with an auto-switching power supply and can be connected to either
a 115V or 230V source without damage or manually changing a
switch setting.
The 5180 (52 or 55 dBa) Cabinet Model has a voltage selection switch
located on the back panel. The switch has two positions, 115V and
230V. The factory default is set to 230V.
Caution
(5180 (52 or 55 dBa) Cabinet Model)
Set the voltage selection switch to the proper line voltage before
plugging in the power cable.
The allowable voltage variation is ±15% and the allowable frequency
is 48 to 65 Hz.
A power cord is packed with the printer. Plug the female end of the
cord into the recessed connector at the rear of the printer. See Figure
2-2. Plug the other end into a compatible, properly grounded AC
outlet.
Figure 2-1 Brake Tab on Front Caster
BRAKE TAB

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Note
The AC outlet must be rated for at least 10-ampere service.
Avoid using AC circuits serving other equipment which may cause
chronic low voltage, noise interference, or power fluctuations. Data
loss may result.
CONNECTING THE INTERFACE CABLE
Both a 25-pin RS-232C serial interface connector and a 36-pin
CENTRONICS parallel interface connector are standard on this
printer. Both connectors are located on the data connector plate on
the rear of the printer. See Figure 2-2.
FIGURE 2-2 REAR VIEW OF PRINTER
5050/5100 (55 dBa) MODEL
POWER ON/OFF
(I/O) SWITCH
POWER CORD
RECESSED CONNECTOR
I/O CARD
INTERFACE SLOTS
25-PIN SERIAL
CONNECTOR
36-PIN PARALLEL
CONNECTOR
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I/O Interface Card Options available
There are two expansion slots located in the rear of the printer. The
interface options available are:
§Legacy parallel
§DPSL (Dataproducts short line)
§DPLL (Dataproducts long line)
§IBM/TX/CX
§Ethernet (10/100, 10baseT, and Token Ring)
DESCRIPTION OF THE CONTROL PANEL
The control panel is mounted in the top of the printer and is
accessible with the top cover either open or closed. The Control Panel
utilizes a display panel composed of two rows of sixteen characters
each. With the top cover open, the control panel will move around
slightly to the touch. This is normal. The floating mount allows the
panel to align itself when the top cover is closed.
5050/5100 MODELS
5180 (52 dBa) MODEL
5180 (55 dBa) MODEL

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The basic look and layout of the 5050/5100 (55 dBa) Cabinet Model
control panel is represented by the following:
The four pushbuttons to the right of the display are to navigate the
menu tree structure and are referred as menu browse pushbuttons.
The On Line/Off Line pushbutton is located at the top of the left row of
pushbuttons. The three pushbuttons below the On Line/Off Line
pushbutton,↑(up arrow), ↓(down arrow), and TOF, are used to set
top of form. See “Setting Top of Form” in Chapter 3 for additional
information. The bottom left pushbutton, Format (in conjunction with
the Select pushbutton), is used to select one of ten stored form
formats. The FF, Tear Off, and View pushbuttons under the display
are additional paper positioning functions. The Clear and Select
pushbuttons are used in data entry.
Note
The locations of the pushbuttons and display on the 5180 (55
dBa) Cabinet Model are different, however the functionality of
each is the same.
When in the online state, only the FF, On Line/Off Line, Tear Off, &
View pushbuttons and limited functionality of the Clear and Select
pushbuttons are active. Pressing any other pushbutton causes a
“beep.” The “Processing” LED indicator is lit whenever data is being
received and or being processed/printed. In multi-source I/O mode,
the “Processing” LED indicator will blink for the duration of the
timeout period when processing is complete.
Note
The control panel mount on the 5050/5100 (55 or 60 dBa) and
5180 (52 dBa) Cabinet Model is hinged so that it can be tilted
forward to remove the ribbon deck for service.
Beeper
The control panel beeper sounds momentarily when:
!A pushbutton is pressed.
!A BEL control code is received. (The host can send a “bell” code to
sound the printer’s beeper. For more information, see the
Programmer’s Manual.)
!A PAPER LOW condition exists.
!An EVFU loading error occurs. (For more information on the
EVFU, see the Programmer’s Manual.)
!A hard fault occurs. (See Chapter 7 for an explanation of hard
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Display
The two row by sixteen-character LCD provide the following
information:
!The printer’s status - Online, Local, Self-test, etc.
!Which menu or menu option is presently on display to assist in
making selections.
!When a fault condition exists.
Pushbuttons
The pushbuttons are sealed and raised rubber-type switches used to
make menu selections, clear faults, and position the paper. An
explanation of the pushbuttons’ functions is given in the following
section on “Operation of the Control Panel.”
OPERATION OF THE CONTROL PANEL
The primary use of each pushbutton is printed beside the button
itself.
Pressing the On Line/Off Line pushbutton causes the printer to toggle
between online and offline operation. Offline operation allows access
to the menu functions.
Pressing the ↑
↑↑
↑pushbutton moves paper up incrementally.
Pressing the ↓
↓↓
↓pushbutton moves paper down incrementally.
Pressing the TOF (Top of Form) pushbutton sets the top of form
position on the printer.
Pressing the Format pushbutton allows the operator to select from up
to ten stored formats. The pushbutton is repeatedly pressed until the
desired set up format is being displayed, press the Select pushbutton
to activate the selected format.
Pressing the FF pushbutton moves paper to next top of form
according to the top of form set for the printer.
Pressing the Tear Off pushbutton advances the paper to the selected
tear position and will auto retract to the selected retract position after
15 seconds. Pressing the tear off pushbutton any time within that 15
second wait period will retract the paper to the selected retract
position. The printer will emit three beeps prior to retracting the
paper.
On Line
Off Line
FORMAT
TOF
Tear Off
FF