Simplex 4100-0451 Manual

SSimplex
4100/4120-0451
Panel-Mounted Printer
Installation/Operating Instructions
CAUTION
POWERING REQUIREMENTS
When removing power from this system, disconnect
batteries FIRST and AC power last. When connecting
power to thii system, connect AC power FIRST and
batteries last.
CAUTION
ELECTRICAL HAZARD
Disconnect electrical power when making any
internal adjustments or repairs. Installation and
servicing should be performed by qualified Simplex
Representatives.
INTRODUCTION
The 4100/4120-0451 Panel-Mounted Printer (Figure 1) is used with the 4100+ and 4120 Building System products.
The panel-mounted printer provides hard copy reports of the Master Control Panel’s output and provides
conformance with proprietary operation (formally known as NFPA 72D).
The thermal, dot matrix panel-mounted printer displays twenty visible lines of print, has a column width of forty
characters, and iscapable of printing variable output formats on standard 2.350-inch wide thermal paper.The panel-
mounted printer is equipped with a &position pluggable terminal block for the RS-232 serial interface, and a
standard g-pin, D-Type RS-232 interface.
RECTANGULAR SPRING-
LOADED LATCHES (2 PLACES)
OUTPUT SLOT FROM
PRINTER MECHANISM
INPUT SLOT TO PAPER
JOURNAL TAKE-UP
STATUS LED:
POWER = GREEN
PAPER LOW = GRN/YEL
PAPER OUT = YELLOW
Panel-Mounted Printer
FIGURE 1
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INSTALLATION
Unpacking and Inspecting
Carefully unpack and inspect your panel-mounted printer for any damage which may have occurred intransit. If any
damage occurred, save the shipping carton and packing materials, file a damage claim with the carrier, and notify
Simplex Time Recorder Company. Specify the nature and the extent of the damage. Before installing or operating
the printer, check the following:
1. Ensure that the primary power setting is correct for your installation (see Figure 3).
2. Ensure that the printer mechanism and paper path are clear of all packing materials or other foreign matter.
3. Ensure that paper is installed. DO NOT OPERATE the printer without paper. See the Paper Loading instructions
kw3e 4).
Printer Mounting
The panel-mounted printer is mounted to a 4100+ or 4120 Panel and Rack-Mount assemblies (see Figure2). The
printer requires 6 inches of space (3 positions in the rack) and is designed for left or right-justified mounting within
the option bay. Perform the following steps to mount the panel-mounted printer:
For Panel mounting, install the printer using the following placement options:
l For first choice of placement, place printer in the main control panel, middle bay (left or right-justified).
l If audio is required, and is occupying the middle option bay of the main control panel, place printer in the first
adjacent bay (left or right-justified).
l If no printer space is available in the main control panel, you are required to add a two, four, or six-unit panel
for printer installation.
For Rack-Unit mounting, install the printer above the writing surface using left or right justification. Two open slots
or 4 inches is required behind the printer to allow for clearance.
PCB RETAINER
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TORX SCREW
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PANEL-MOUNTED PRINTER
PRESSURE-SENSlTIVE
HARNESS SUPPORTS
Panel-Mounted Printer Installation
FIGURE 2
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Printer Mounting (continued)
1. Determine the recommended placement option location for installing the panel-mounted printer using left or
rightjustification as previously described on page 2.
2. Align and secure the printer to the frame using four #6/32 screws and four No. 6 external lockwashers.
3. Remove existing Printed Circuit Board (PCB) retainer and install new retainer.
4. Install the RS-232 and power harness supplied with the printer using the wiring diagram (Figure 3) and the
panel-mounted printer circuit board diagram (Figure 4).
l Pressure-sensitive supports are provided on the rear of the printer to be used the with tie wrap (Part No. 474
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Wiring Diagram
FIGURE 3
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Paper Loading (Figure 5)
To allow access to the printer paper supply, push
the spring-loaded, rectangular latches inward
(together) and pull forward to release the printer
access panel. Install a new roll of Simplex-
approved paper (4190-9803 [473-019]) (thermal
side up) on the upper spindle. Fold paper back
onto itself to form a straight and clean edge and
feed directly into the paper input slot. The printer
will automatically feed paper through the
mechanism. Use the power switch in the “FEED”
position to advance paper further through the
mechanism. Feed an appropriate amount of
paper through the printer to allow the installation
onto the paper take-up journal. To load paper
onto the take-up journal, unscrew the fastener
holding the left-side guide plate and pinch rod.
Install paper between the main take-up shaft and
pinch bar. Secure the left-side guide plate and
pinch rod with the fastener. Manually rotate the
take-up mechanism as shown to remove excess
slack in the paper.
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- PARALLEL
INTERFACE
(D&25)
-POWER INPUT
--o-PIN RS-232
PLUGGABLE TERMINAL BLOCK
-STANDARD
4PIN RS-232
CONNECTOR
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Printed Circuit Board
FIGURE 4
PAPER INPUT SLOT
PAPER SPINDLE
(UPPER SPINDLE)
PAPER TAKE-UP
Printer Paper Loading
FIGURE 5
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Power-Up and Self-Test
There are few operating controls for the panel-mounted printer. A convenient self-test feature allows you to quickiy
determine that the printer is operating correctly. The switch functions are shown below:
SWITCH POSITION FUNCTION
TOP Paper Feed / Self Test
MIDDLE Power On
LOWER Power Off
To activate the-self test feature, toggle the power switch from the “OFF” position to the “FEED” position and bold
until the self-test begins. The panel-mounted printer enters self-test mode and prints out an alphanumeric test
pattern. For the highest quality output and maximum thermal head life, use only Simplex 4190-9803 (473-019)
thermal paper.
OPERATING
Serial Interface Specifications
The panel-mounted printer can be used as a serial bidirectional communication device without requiring any switch
or jumper settings. The panel-mounted printer automatically detects the interface which is sending data and
produces the appropriate printout. The serial interface parameters are factory-set, internal to the printer firmware.
The standard factory setting for the RS-232 serial interface is 9600 baud, no parity, 8 data bits, and 1 slop bit. The
printer driver card is supplied with two serial interface connecting methods - the normally used pluggable terminal
block (Table l), and an alternative g-pin, D-type shell connector (Table2).
TABLE 1
Pluggable Terminal Block for RS-232 Serial Interface
PIN SIGNAL
1 TXD
2 RXD
3 GROUND
4 BUSY
DESCRIPTION
Data output from the printer to the host
Data input to the printer or display
Signal ground
-1Ovwhen printer is unable to receive data
TABLE 2
g-Pin, D-Type Connector for RS-232 Serial Interface
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MAINTENANCE
The panel-mounted printer requires very little maintenance and service. This section provides instructions for
cleaning and maintenance. Electrical and mechanical repairs should be performed by qualified personnel only.
Make certain that all electrical connections are disconnected before any service is performed on the panel-mounted
printer.
Required Tools and Supplies
Common hand tools
Volt-Ohm meter
Denatured alcohol
Cleaning cloths
Cotton swabs
Lubricant IBM #23, LUBRIPLATE #70, SILCON #35
Cleaning
You may clean the exterior cabinet of the printer with a non-abrasive cleanser. Do not allow liquids to enter the inside
of the mechanical assembly. In a dirty environment, you may clean the printhead with alcohol and a cotton swab.
You may also use compressed air to clean the printhead. Do not direct air flow directly to the printer platen; this
action may damage the printing surface on the platen. When the printhead is clean and free of dirt, you may apply
a light silicon lubricant (sparingly) to the moving mechanical components.
Printing Malfunctions
Examples of Printing Problems (Cause and Effect)
Poor Print Quality:
l Dirty Thermal Printhead
l Worn Printhead
l Poor Quality Thermal Paper
l Damaged Thermal Printhead
Premature Wear of Thermal Printhead:
l Printing with paper not approved by Simplex
l Printing in an environment where abrasive particles enter the printhead
Maintenance Chart
The following chart (Table 3) represents a recommended maintenance schedule for the panel-mounted printer.
Specific environmental conditions may shorten or lengthen the periods between cleaning.
TABLE 3
Periodic Maintenance Schedule
Clean Office or Light Use
Clean Factory Environment
Medium Use
Dirty Factory Environment
Heavy Use
Once Per Year
Monthly
Weekly
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