Pentax PocketJet User manual

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PENTAX ® is a registered trademark and PocketJet™ is a
trademark of Asahi Optical Co., Ltd.
Centronics ® is a registered trademark of Centronics Data
Corporation.
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and/or its subsidiaries.
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Machines Corporation.
PhoenixPage™ is a trademark of XIONICS.™
RBRC™ is a trademark of the Rechargeable Battery
Recycling Corporation.
Windows ® is a registered trademark of Microsoft.
The “CE” mark on the printer indicates compliance with
European Union regulations.
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All rights reserved. Specifications subject to change without notice.
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Safety Information 1
Safety Precautions ............................................................... 1
Battery Recycling/Disposal Information ............................ 2
Printer Features 3
Warranty Information 4
Setting Up the Printer 5
Unpacking the Printer .......................................................... 5
Installing the Battery ............................................................. 6
Connecting to an AC Outlet .............................................. 8
Charging the Battery ........................................................... 9
Removing the Battery ........................................................ 11
Tips on Using the Battery.................................................... 12
Checking the DIP Switches ............................................... 13
Printing a Self-Test Sheet .................................................... 14
Checking the Self-Test Sheet............................................. 16
Identifying Your Printer Model....................................... 18
Connecting to Your Computer ......................................... 19
Parallel Interface ............................................................ 19
Optional Serial Interface ............................................... 20
Optional Infrared Interface .......................................... 22
Using the Printer 23
Checking the Printer Driver ............................................... 23
Installing a Printer Driver ................................................ 23
Selecting a Printer.......................................................... 25
Setting Default Paper Size ................................................. 26
Printing ................................................................................. 27
Turning the Printer Off......................................................... 29
Auto-off Timer Feature ................................................... 29
Activating and Disabling the Auto-off Timer .............. 29
Making Prints Lighter or Darker ......................................... 30
Tips on Printing Large Graphics ........................................ 31
Using Fonts ........................................................................... 32
Protecting the Printer ......................................................... 32
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Tips on Using Paper 33
Inserting Paper .................................................................... 33
Use Recommended Paper ............................................... 34
Usage and Handling Instructions...................................... 34
Clearing a Paper Jam ....................................................... 35
Guide to Imprinting Letterhead ....................................... 36
Maintaining the Printer 37
Cleaning the Print Head .................................................... 37
Cleaning the Platen Roller ................................................ 39
Cleaning the Printer’s Case .............................................. 40
Reference 41
Using the Operation Panel ................................................ 41
Indicator Lights ................................................................... 42
DIP Switches ........................................................................ 44
Troubleshooting 45
Indicator Light Warnings .................................................... 45
Paper Problems .................................................................. 47
Printed Image Problems .................................................... 48
Pages Don’t Print ................................................................ 51
Pages Are Partially Printed ................................................ 52
Technical Information 53
Specifications...................................................................... 53
Radio & Television Interference ........................................ 55
Ordering Information 59
Supplies and Accessories .................................................. 59
Replacement Parts and Upgrades .................................. 60
Printer Commands 61
Character Sets 67
Index 75
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Safety Information
Safety Precautions
◆Avoid placing the printer in direct sunlight or dusty
environments. Avoid high temperatures and rapid
changes in temperature or humidity.
◆Avoid use in areas of high vibration.
◆Because the printer uses a thermal printing method, it
produces heat during operation. Be sure to place it
where it will receive adequate ventilation.
◆Don’t allow moisture to come in contact with the printer,
accessories, the AC adapter or the AC power cord.
Outdoor Use Warning
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose this
printer, its AC adapter or the power cord to rain or moisture.
Caution: Using AC Power
To use AC power (with or without battery installed), you must
use the AC adapter supplied with the printer.
With the AC adapter, you can connect the printer to 110 -
240 volt power outlets. The adapter automatically accepts
the correct voltage when connected.
Check the standard power plug configurations that are
used in your country. If the appropriate power cord is not
included with your printer, notify your local reseller.
United
Kingdom
Australia and
New Zealand
U.S.A. and
Canada
Continental
Europe
Use an SEV approved
plug in Switzerland.
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Unplug AC cable when printer is not in use.
Always unplug the AC cable from the AC power outlet when
you stop using the printer or charging the battery. The
transformer inside the AC adapter generates heat while it is
plugged in. Unplugging the AC adapter extends its life.
Battery Recycling/Disposal Information
This printer contains a rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium (Ni-Cd)
battery. The battery is recyclable. At the end of its useful life,
please consider recycling options (contact your local solid
waste officials) or proper disposal (see paragraphs below). It
may be illegal under various state and local laws to dispose of
the battery in your solid waste collection.
The RBRC™ seal on the Ni-Cd battery pack contained in the
PocketJet printer indicates that Pentax Technologies is
voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect
and recycle these battery packs at the end of their useful
life, when taken out of service within the United States. The
RBRC program provides a convenient alternative to putting
spent Ni-Cd battery packs into the trash or municipal waste
stream, which is illegal in some areas.
Pentax Technologies’ payments to RBRC make it easy for you
to drop off the spent battery pack at local retailers of
replacement Ni-Cd batteries or at authorized Pentax
product service centers. You may also contact your local
recycling center for information on where to return the spent
battery packs. The involvement of Pentax in this program is
part of its commitment to protecting our environment and
conserving natural resources.
For users outside the United States, please contact your local
reseller or local solid waste official for information on
recycling your used batteries.

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Printer Features
The Pentax PocketJet printer is an ultra-light portable printer.
The printer’s small size and light weight make it the ideal
traveling companion for your PC notebook computer.
The Pentax PocketJet printer features:
◆Models for letter, legal, and A4 paper sizes.
◆Models with 512 KB and 2 MB of memory.
◆High-quality images with a resolution of 300 by 300 dots
per inch.
◆Print speed of up to three pages per minute.
◆Operation on battery power or via AC adapter that
automatically switches between 110 and 240 volt power.
◆Operation via optional car adapters.
◆Parallel and serial interfaces. The complete printer kit
includes a parallel interface cable. A serial cable and
cables for selected laptops and PDAs are available.
◆An optional infrared interface adapter for wireless
communication between your printer and computer.
◆Full HP-PCL4 LaserJet®IIP compatibility. The printer can be
driven directly from most software applications and
operating systems.
◆Direct thermal technology—no toner, ribbons, or ink are
ever needed.
◆Connectivity options for Macintosh PowerBook and
Newton computers as well as many Personal Digital
Assistants (PDAs), palmtops and pen-based systems.
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Warranty Information
Standard Warranty
Pentax provides, free of charge, a one-year limited warranty for
your new PocketJet printer. For one year from the date of original
purchase, Pentax will repair or replace a failed unit with a new or
rebuilt unit when it is returned postpaid to an authorized Pentax
service center. A return material authorization (RMA) number and
proof of purchase are required—in the continental United States
call Pentax at 1-800-543-6144 or 1-303-460-1820 and ask for
Customer Support. See the Warranty Registration Card for details.
Outside the continental United States, see the Warranty
Registration Card for contact information and warranty details or
visit the Pentax Technologies Web site (www.pentaxtech.com) for
the location nearest you.
If the PocketJet battery or thermal paper fails due to defects
in material or workmanship within the first 90 days of
ownership, it will be replaced. Contact Pentax or your local
reseller for further information.
Pentax makes no other warranty, either expressed or implied,
with respect to this product. Some states or provinces do not
allow limitations, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
Extended Warranty
See the warranty card included with your PocketJet printer
for extended warranty information, or contact your local
reseller.