Output Solutions CI-4080 User manual

User's Manual
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Acknowledgements
EPSON is a Trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.
IBM is a Trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
ProPrinter is a Trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
A Publication of
Output Solutions GmbH
Bavierstraße 1
D-40699 Erkrath
Federal Republic of Germany
January 2002
Great care has been taken to ensure that the information in this handbook is accurate and complete.
However, should any errors or omissions be discovered or should any user wish to make suggestions
for improving this handbook, please feel encouraged to send us the relevant details.
The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.
Copyright © by Output Solutions GmbH.
All rights strictly reserved. Reproduction or issue to third parties in any form is not permitted without
written authorization from the publisher.

I
Safety Regulations
The printer PP 407 (CI - 4070) and PP 408 (CI - 4080) fulfils the safety
regulations according to UL 1950 and VDE (IEC 950) and CNA/CSA 22.2 / No.
950 for computer systems.
The mains cable must be connected to a ground protected wall-socket. The
selected voltage of the printer needs to agree with the local voltage.
The power plug must be easily accessible at any time so that it can be
disconnected immediately in case of danger or for maintenance purposes.
Comme le câble de secteur sert de dipositif d'arrêt-urgence, sa connexion à
l'imprimante doit être tout le temps accessible.
Before installing the printer, check the surrounding conditions in which the
printer will be placed (see next page, Operating Environment and chapter 1).
During a thunderstorm you should never attempt to connect or disconnect any
data transfer cables.
The power supply should only be opened and checked by authorized personnel.
Repairs and maintenance beyond the descriptions of chapter 4 may only be
attempted by authorized personnel as well. Repairs done inappropriately may
cause damage and severe danger for the user.
There is a warning symbols to draw the user's attention to possible injuries:
This symbol is visible when the top cover has been opened.
It indicates that the print head is extremely hot after long
periods of printing.
Ce signal de danger se présente quand le cache supérieur
de l'imprimante soit retiré pour indiquer que la tête
d'impression peut être extrèmement chaude après imprimer
très longtemps.
This symbol is located on the cover of the cutting device. It
cautions against touching the blade (only CI - 4080).
Ce signal de danger se trouve sur le cache supérieur du
massicot pour indiquer de ne pas toucher le couteau.

Safety Regulations
II
Electromagnetic Compatibility
We certify that the equipment at issue,
Type: Printer PP 407 (CI - 4070) and PP 408 (CI - 4080)
corresponds to the law regulations ruling electromagnetic compatibility of
appliances (89/336/EWG) and, therefore, fulfils the requirements for conformity
marking with the CE-sign.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the in-
struction manual, may cause interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, it 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:
SReorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
SIncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver.
SConnect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from the circuit to
which the receiver is connected.
SConsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Shielded interface cables should be used with this unit to ensure compliance
with Class B limits.
Changes and modifications not explicitly allowed by the equipment's
manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Changes et modifications pas expressément approuvés par le producteur
peuvent dévaluer l'autorité d'opérer l'équipement.

Safety Regulations
III
Operating Environment
Avoid installing the printer where it is exposed to moisture or heat (eg. direct sun
light).
STemperature: + 10EC to + 35EC (+50EF to +95EF)
SHumidity: 20% to 80%
Slots and openings in the printer's housing are provided for ventilation. Always
ensure that these openings are not obstructed.
Also ensure that the cables at the rear of the printer do not interfere with the
output paper path.
When processing fanfold paper always place the printer with its front edge
slightly off the edge of the table.

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Table of Contents
Preface ....................................................... X
About this Manual ............................................... X
Conventions used in this Guide ................................... XII
1. Getting Started ............................................ 1-1
1.1 Unpacking .............................................. 1-1
SCI - 4070 ............................................. 1-1
STransport Lock ........................................ 1-3
SRepacking Information .................................. 1-3
1.2 Installing the Interface Module ............................... 1-4
1.3 The Power Supply ........................................ 1-5
SMain Input Voltage Selection ............................. 1-5
1.4 Power ON/OFF Switch ..................................... 1-6
1.5 Installing the Ribbon Cassette ............................... 1-7
1.5.1 Replacingon Cassette ................................... 1-9
1.6 Inserting Fanfold Paper ................................... 1-10
SHandling of the Tractor Cassettes ........................ 1-10
1.7 Paper Source Selection ................................... 1-12
1.8 Test Prints ............................................. 1-13
1.9 Connection to a Computer ................................. 1-17
SParallel/Serial Interface ................................. 1-17
1.10 Emulation Selection ...................................... 1-18

Table of Contents
V
2. Printer Operation .......................................... 2-1
2.1 Control Panel ........................................... 2-1
2.2 Function Keys ........................................... 2-2
2.2.1 Short Description of Keys ............................... 2-2
Sin the printer operation state READY or BUSY ............ 2-2
Sin the printer operation state LOCAL .................... 2-2
2.2.2 Detail Description of Keys in the printer operation
state READY or BUSY .................................. 2-3
SQuick Settings ...................................... 2-3
STop Row Keys ...................................... 2-4
SLower Row Keys .................................... 2-4
2.2.3 Meaning of the Keys in the LOCAL Mode ................... 2-7
SLower Row Keys .................................... 2-7
2.3 Menu Mode ............................................. 2-8
2.3.1 To Activate the Menu ................................... 2-9
2.3.2 To Confirm Selection .................................. 2-10
2.3.3 How to Save Settings .................................. 2-11
2.3.4 Quick Settings ....................................... 2-12

Table of Contents
VI
3. Configuring the Printer ...................................... 3-1
3.1 What means Configuration ................................. 3-1
3.2 Standard Configuration .................................... 3-3
3.3 Explanation of the Printout .................................. 3-5
3.4 Explanation of Individual Menu Items ......................... 3-6
Main Functions ............................................. 3-6
SMACRO SELECT ......................................... 3-6
SCHANGE MACRO ........................................ 3-6
SINSTALLATION .......................................... 3-6
SSAVE .................................................. 3-6
SPRINT OUT ............................................. 3-7
Main Function CHANGE MACRO ............................... 3-7
SFONT .................................................. 3-7
SPRINT QUALITY ......................................... 3-8
SFont Quality ........................................... 2-8
SGraphics Quality ....................................... 2-8
SSUB/SUPER FONT ....................................... 3-8
SPITCH ................................................. 3-8
SLINE ................................................... 3-8
SPAPER LENGTH ......................................... 3-9
SVERT.POS.ADJ. ........................................ 3-10
SLEFT MARGIN .......................................... 3-10
SRIGHT MARGIN ......................................... 3-11
STOP MARGIN ........................................... 3-11
SBOTTOM MARGIN ....................................... 3-12
SPERFORATION SKIP .................................... 3-12
SPAPER SOURCE ........................................ 3-12
SEMULATION ........................................... 3-14
SCHARACTER SET ....................................... 3-14
SLINE MODE ............................................ 3-14
S$$ COMMANDS ......................................... 3-14
STEAR-OFF / CUT ........................................ 3-15

Table of Contents
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Main Function INSTALLATION
Sub-Function INTERFACE ................................... 3-17
SBUFFER .............................................. 3-17
SWORD LENGTH ........................................ 3-17
SI/F TYPE .............................................. 3-17
SBAUD RATE ........................................... 3-17
SPARITY BIT ............................................ 3-17
SPROTOCOL ........................................... 3-17
Sub-Function ADJUSTMENT ................................. 3-18
SAGC POSITION ......................................... 3-18
SPLATEN GAP .......................................... 3-19
SAGC ADJUST .......................................... 3-19
SPAPER-IN ADJUST ...................................... 3-19
SCUT. V-POS LO. / CUT. V-POS UP. ......................... 3-20
SUNI-DIRECT. CMD ...................................... 3-21
STRACTOR FORM FEED MODE ............................ 3-21
Special Menu Items under INSTALLATION ...................... 3-21
SLANGUAGE ........................................... 3-21
SRESTORE NENU ....................................... 3-21
SRECALL FACTORY ..................................... 3-21
SMENU ACCESS ........................................ 3-22
SSELF TEST ............................................ 3-23
SHEX DUMP ............................................ 3-23
Menu Tree

Table of Contents
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4. Maintenance ............................................... 4-1
SPreferred Materials ........................................ 4-1
4.1 Cleaning the Platen and Surrounding Areas .................... 4-1
SPrint Test 3 .............................................. 4-2
4.2 Cleaning Procedure ....................................... 4-3
4.3 User Replaceable Parts .................................... 4-4
4.3.1 Replacement of the Print Head ............................ 4-4
SPrint Head Removal .................................. 4-4
SPrint Head Installation ................................ 4-5
4.3.2 Replacement of the Platen ............................... 4-6
STo Remove the Platen ............................... 4-6
STo install the Platen .................................. 4-7
5. Trouble Shooting and Diagnostics ............................ 5-1
SHow to Use this Section .................................... 5-1
5.1 Power-related Problems .................................... 5-2
5.2 Error Messages .......................................... 5-2
5.3 No Printout .............................................. 5-7
5.4 Operation-related Problems ................................. 5-8
5.5 Print-related Problems ..................................... 5-9
5.6 Paper Jam ............................................. 5-11
5.7 Ribbon or Carriage-related Problems ........................ 5-13
5.8 Print Tests ............................................. 5-13
6. Technical Data ............................................. 6-1