Tally Dascom 1145 User manual

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Important Safety Instructions (English)
Read the following instructions thoroughly before starting up your printer.
 Never carry out maintenance or repair work yourself. Always contact a qualified service technician.
 Keep this Operator’s Manual in a place which is easily accessible at all times.
 Place the printer on a solid and even base so that it cannot fall.
 Never place the printer in the vicinity of inflammable gas or explosive substances.
 Ensure the printer is connected to a socket with the correct mains voltage.
 Always disconnect the printer from the mains before opening the device to perform maintenance work or
remedy errors.
 Do not expose the printer to high temperatures, direct sunlight or dust.
 Keep all liquids away from the printer.
 Protect the printer from shock, impact and vibration.
Make sure that the printer and computer are switched off before connecting the data cable.
 The print head will become very hot during printing; avoid contact with the print head after printing has
finished.
 Do not perform any operation or action in any way other than those provided in this manual. When in
doubt, contact your dealer or your customer support.
The device and mains-socket must all times be easily accessible.

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Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise (German)
Lesen Sie bitte diese Sicherheitshinweise durch, bevor sie den Drucker in Betrieb nehmen.
 Führen Sie Wartungsarbeiten und Reparaturen keinesfalls selbst aus, sondern verständigen Sie immer
einen qualifizierten Servicetechniker.
 Bewahren Sie diese Dokumentation an einem jederzeit zugänglichen Ort auf.
 Den Drucker auf stabilem und ebenem Untergrund so aufstellen, dass er nicht zu Boden fallen kann.
 Stellen Sie den Drucker keinesfalls in der Nähe von leicht entzündlichen Gasen oder explosiven Stoffen
auf.
 Den Drucker nur an eine Steckdose mit der richtigen Spannung anschließen.
 Wenn Sie den Drucker vom Netz trennen wollen, den Drucker ausschalten und immer den Netzstecker
an der Steckdose ziehen.
 Den Drucker weder hohen Temperaturen noch direktem Sonnenlicht und Staub aussetzen.
 Keine Flüssigkeiten mit dem Drucker in Berührung bringen.
 Den Drucker keinen Erschütterungen, Stößen oder Vibrationen aussetzen.
 Sicherstellen, dass der Drucker und der Computer ausgeschaltet sind, bevor das Datenkabel
angeschlossen wird.
 Der Druckkopf wird während des Druckens heiß. Vor dem Berühren deshalb einige Zeit abkühlen lassen.
 Weichen Sie bei der Bedienung des Druckers nicht von den Anweisungen in der Dokumentation ab. Bei
Unklarheiten wenden Sie sich bitte an Ihren Händler oder Ihren Kundendienst.
 Maschinenlärminformations – Verordnung – 3.GPSGV, der höchste Schalldruckpegel beträgt 70 dB(A)
oder weniger gemäß EN ISO 7779.
Das Gerät und die Netzsteckdose müssen jeder Zeit leicht zugänglich sein.

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Consignes importantes de sécurité (French)
Lire attentivement les instructions suivantes avant de mettre l’imprimante en service.
 Ne jamais effectuer soi-même les travaux d’entretien et de réparations. Contacter toujours un dépanneur
qualifié.
 Placer l’imprimante sur un support stable de façon à ce qu’elle ne puisse pas tomber.
 Ne jamais placer l’imprimante à proximité de sources de gaz aisément inflammables ou de substances
explosives.
 Ne connecter l’imprimante à une prise que lorsque la tension est correcte.
 Pour déconnecter l’imprimante de l’alimentation principale, mettre l’imprimante hors tension et toujours
débrancher le connecteur secteur de la prise murale.
 Ne pas exposer l’imprimante à des températures élevées, à la lumière directe du soleil ou à la poussière.
 Ne pas mettre l’imprimante en contact avec des liquides.
 Ne pas exposer l’imprimante à des chocs, impacts ou vibrations.
 S’assurer que l’imprimante et l’ordinateur sont hors tension avant de connecter le câble de données.
 La tête d’impression est brûlante pendant l’impression. C’est pourquoi laissez-la refroidir quelques
instants avant d’y toucher.
 N'exécutez aucune opération ni action d'une autre manière que celle indiquée dans ce manuel. En cas de
doute, veuillez contacter votre distributeur ou service après-vente.
Le dispositif et la prise principale doivent toujours être accessibles facilement.

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Indicazioni di sicurezza importanti (Italian)
Prima di mettere in funzione la stampante, leggere attentamente le seguenti indicazioni.
 Non eseguire mai da sé gli interventi di manutenzione e riparazione, ma rivolgersi sempre a un tecnico di
assistenza qualificato.
 Conservare le presenti istruzioni per l’uso in un luogo sempre accessibile.
 Collocare la stampante su una superficie stabile, per evitare che cada a terra.
 Non collocare la stampante in prossimità di gas facilmente infiammabili o di sostanze esplosive.
 Collegare la stampante a una presa di corrente con tensione adeguata.
 Per scollegare la stampante dalla rete di alimentazione, spegnere la stampante e disinserire sempre il
connettore di rete dalla presa.
 Non esporre la stampante ad elevate temperature né alla luce solare diretta e alla polvere.
 Evitare il contatto della stampante con liquidi.
 Non esporre la stampante a colpi, scosse o vibrazioni.
 Verificare che la stampante e il computer siano spenti prima di collegare il cavo di trasmissione dati.
 Durante la stampa, la testina si surriscal-da notevolmente. Prima di toccarla, se necessario opportuno
quindi lasciarla raffreddare qualche istante.
 Non eseguire alcuna operazione o azione se non nella maniera descritta nel presente manuale. In caso di
dubbio, contattare il rivenditore o dalla società incaricata dell’assistenza.
Il dispositivo e la presa di corrente devono essere sempre facilmente accessibili.

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Instrucciones de seguridad importantes (Spanish)
Lea las siguientes instrucciones con esmero antes de poner la impresora en servicio.
 Nunca lleve a cabo trabajos de mantenimiento o reparación Ud. mismo, sino consulte a un técnico de
servicio calificado.
 Guarde las presentes instrucciones de servicio en un lugar de fácil acceso en cualquier momento.
 Ponga la impresora sobre un base estable de manera que no pueda caer al suelo.
 Nunca coloque la impresora en la vecindad de gases de fácil inflamabilidad o sunstancias explosivas.
 Asegure conectar la impresora sólo a un enchufe con un voltaje correcto.
 Cuando quiera desconectar la impresora de la red, apague la impresora y siempre tire la clavija de
alimentación del enchufe.
 No exponga la impresora a temperaturas altas, a la luz solar directa y al polvo.
 No ponga la impresora en contacto con fluidos.
 Nunca exponga la impresora a sacudidas, choques o vibraciones.
 Asegúrese de que la impresora y el ordenador estén apagdos antes de conectar el cable de datos.
 La cabeza de impresión se pone muy caliente durante la impresión. Por lo tanto, deje enfriarlo algún
tiempo antes de tocarla.
 No permita que se realice cualquier operación o acción de una forma diferente a lo que se señala en el
manual. En caso de duda, póngase en contacto con su comerciante o con su servicio post-venta.
El dispositivo y la toma de corriente deben estar ubicados de forma que sea fácil acceder a ellos.

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Правила по технике безопасности. (Russian)
Прочитайте, пожалуйста, инструкцию по технике безопасности перед включением в работу принтера.
 Не выполняйте технические работы и ремонт техники самостоятельно, но сообщайте о
неисправностях квалифицированным сервисным техникам.
 Данная инструкция должна быть всегда доступна каждому пользователю.
 Установите принтер на ровном и стабильном месте так, чтобы он не смог упасть на пол.
 Ни в коем случае не ставьте принтер вблизи легко воспламеняющихся газов и взрывчатых веществ.
 Включайте принтер в розетку только с соответствующим напряжением.
 Если Вы хотите отключить принтер от напряжения, сначала выключите принтер сам и затем выньте
штекер из розетки.
 Берегите принтер от нагревания, от попадания на него прямых солнечных лучей и пыли.
 Не допускайте попадания жидкости на принтер.
 Нельзя подвергать принтер тряске, ударам и вибрации.
 Убедитесь, что принтер и компьютер выключены, только после этого соедините принтер с
компьютером.
 Печатающая головка нагревается во время работы принтера. Поэтому подождите какое-то время,
прежде чем дотронуться до нее.
 Пользуйтесь принтером так, как это написано в документации. Если у Вас возникают неясности,
обращайтесь с вопросами к Вашим продавцам или в сервисный центр.
Устройство и розетка должны быть всегда легко доступна.

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Instruções Importantes sobre Segurança (Portuguese)
Leia as instruções de segurança antes de usar a impressora.
 Consulte sempre um técnico qualificado para executar uma reparação .
 Coloque a impressora sobre uma base sólida e nivelada, para que ela não sofra quedas.
 Jamais instale a impressora nas proximidades de lugares onde haja gás inflamável ou substâncias
explosivas.
 Assegure-se de conectar a impressora à tomada elétrica com a voltagem apro-priada.
 Quando desligar a impressora da rede, desligue sempre a impressora e retire o cabo da tomada.
 Não exponha a impressora a temperaturas altas ou luz solar direta.
 Não aproxime substâncias líquidas da impressora.
 Proteja a impressora de choques, impactos e vibrações.
 Desligue a impressora e o computador antes de conectar o cabo da rede.
 A cabeça da impressora pode ficar muito quente . Portanto, espere algum tempo antes de tocá-la.
 Não faça nenhuma operação ou ação além das recomendadas neste manual. Em caso de dúvida,
contate seu revendedor ou companhia de serviço.
A impressora e a tomada devem ser facilmente em todos os momentos acessíveis.

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Önemli Güvenlik Talimatları (Turkish)
Lütfen, yazıcıyı işletime geçirmeden önce bu güvenlik talimatlarını bütünüyle dikkatle okuyun.
 Bakım ve tamir çalışmalarını kesinlikle ve hiçbir surette kendi başınıza yapmayın; her zaman kalifiyebir
uzman servis-teknisyenine haber verin.
 Yazıcıyı, üzerinden yere düşmesi mümkün olmayacak sabit ve düz bir zemine yerleştirin.
 Yazıcıyı kesinlikle ve hiçbir surette kolayca yanabilecek gaz veya patlayıcı maddeler içeren nesnelerin
yakınına koymayın.
 Yazıcı akım kablosunu sadece doğru gerilime sahip bir prize takın.
 Yazıcıyı şebeke ağından ayırmak istediğinizde, yazıcıyı kapatın ve ağ-fişini her zaman prizden çıkartın.
 Yazıcıyı ne yüksek ısılı ne de doğrudan güneş ışığına ve toza mâruz kalan mekânlarda bulundurun.
 Yazıcı hiçbir sıvı maddeyle temasta olmamalıdır.
 Yazıcı hiçbir sarsıntıya, darbeye veya titreşime mâruz kalmamalıdır.
 Veri kablosu bağlanmadan önce hem yazıcının hem de bilgisayarın kapalıolduklarından emin olmalısınız.
 Yazıcının başı basma esnasında yüksek ısıya ulaşıyor. Bu yüzden lütfen dokunmadan önce kısa süre
soğumasını bekleyin.
 Yazıcının işletimi ve kullanımında bu dokümantasyondaki talimatların hiç dışına çıkmayın. Sorunlu
görünen hususlarda lütfen imâlatçınıza veya müşteri hizmetleri servisinize başvurun.
Cihaz ve elektrik prizinin her zaman kolayca erişilebilir olması gerekir.

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TRADEMARK ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
“IBM” is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
“EPSON” is a trademark of Epson America Incorporated.
“DEC” is a trademark of Digital Equipment Corporation.
“Centronics” is a trademark of Centronics Data Computer Corporation.
“DOS” is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
“SAP” is a trademark of SAP AG.
“Windows”, “Windows 7”,”Windows 8”, “Windows 95”, “Windows 98“, “Windows NT”, “Windows 2000”, “Windows
2003/2008/2013 Server”, “Windows XP” and “Windows Vista” are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
All other product names and company names appearing in this manual are the registered trademarks or
trademarks of the individual companies.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 Unpacking Guide..............................................................................................................................................1
1.1 Unpacking the Printer..................................................................................................................................1
1.2 Placing the Printer .......................................................................................................................................2
1.3 Printer Components ....................................................................................................................................3
2 Setting Up Printer.............................................................................................................................................4
2.1 Install Ribbon ...............................................................................................................................................4
2.2 Install the Single Sheet Feeder ..................................................................................................................5
2.3 Connecting the Interface Cable ..................................................................................................................6
2.4 Connecting the Power Supply ....................................................................................................................7
2.5 Installing the Windows Driver .....................................................................................................................8
3 Paper Installation Guide................................................................................................................................14
3.1 Adjusting the Print Gap Lever ...................................................................................................................14
3.2 Friction Feed Handling ..............................................................................................................................14
3.3 Tractor Feed Handling...............................................................................................................................15
3.4 Continuous Paper Placement...................................................................................................................16
4 Control Panel Operation ...............................................................................................................................17
4.1 LED Indicators ...........................................................................................................................................17
4.2 Control Panel Keys....................................................................................................................................18
4.3 Panel Operation.........................................................................................................................................19
4.4 Online State ...............................................................................................................................................20
4.5 Setup State ................................................................................................................................................21
4.6 Power-On State .........................................................................................................................................21
5 Printer Setting Changes................................................................................................................................23
5.1 System Setup ............................................................................................................................................23
5.2 Paper Setup...............................................................................................................................................25
5.3 Interface Setup ..........................................................................................................................................28
5.4 Character Setup ........................................................................................................................................29
5.5 Other Setup ...............................................................................................................................................30
5.5.1 German (Deutsch)............................................................................................................................30
5.5.2 Russian (Россия) .............................................................................................................................32
5.5.3 Italian (Italiano) .................................................................................................................................34
5.5.4 French (Français) .............................................................................................................................36
5.5.5 Spanish (Español) ............................................................................................................................38
5.5.6 Turkish (Türkce) ...............................................................................................................................40
5.5.7 Portuguese (Português) ...................................................................................................................42
5.6 Black Mark Parameters.............................................................................................................................45
5.7 Bidirectional Alignment..............................................................................................................................47
5.8 Restore Factory Default ............................................................................................................................48
6 Customized Form ...........................................................................................................................................49
6.1 Customize Cut Sheet Form Length..........................................................................................................49
6.2 Customize Cut Sheet TOF........................................................................................................................51
6.3 Customize Cut Sheet Bottom Margin.......................................................................................................51

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6.4 Customize Cut Sheet Left Margin ............................................................................................................51
6.5 Customize Fanfold Page Formatting Parameters ...................................................................................52
7 Maintenance....................................................................................................................................................53
7.1 Cleaning.....................................................................................................................................................53
7.2 Cleaning and Vacuuming the Printer........................................................................................................53
7.3 Cleaning the Paper Rollers.......................................................................................................................54
8 Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................................55
8.1 Print Quality Problems and Solutions.......................................................................................................55
8.2 Paper Handling Problems and Solutions .................................................................................................56
8.3 Operating Problems and Solutions ..........................................................................................................57
8.4 Printer Failures ..........................................................................................................................................57
8.5 Error Indications on LEDs .........................................................................................................................58
8.6 Diagnostic Functions .................................................................................................................................58
8.7 Firmware Update.......................................................................................................................................59
9 General Specifications ..................................................................................................................................61
10 Interfaces.......................................................................................................................................................64
10.1 Parallel Interface .....................................................................................................................................64
10.2 USB Interface ..........................................................................................................................................65
10.3 Serial interface.........................................................................................................................................65
11 Character sets & Code Pages ....................................................................................................................67
11.1 Character Sets.........................................................................................................................................67
11.2 Code Page Commands...........................................................................................................................72
11.3 Code Page Tables ...................................................................................................................................74
12 Control Codes Summary ..........................................................................................................................103
12.1 ESC/P2 Emulation Command List .......................................................................................................103
12.2 IBM Emulation Command List ..............................................................................................................105
FCC STATEMENT ............................................................................................................................................108

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Symbols used Important information is highlighted in this manual by
two symbols.
CAUTION highlights information which must be
observed in order to prevent injuries to user and
damage to the printer.
NOTE highlights general or additional information
about a specific topic.
General Notes The 1125+ and 1145 model are equivalent printers in
case of functionality, excluding the firmware.
-The 1145 model is the standard version.
-The 1125+ model is a customer specific version.

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1 Unpacking Guide
1.1 Unpacking the Printer
1. Place your packaged printer on a solid base.
2. Make sure that the “Up” symbols point in the correct direction.
3. Open the packaging, lift the printer out of the cardboard box and remove the remaining
packaging material.
4. Check the printer for any visible transport damage and missing items. If you find any
transport damage or if any accessories are missing, please contact your dealer. The
following items are included:
o Printer
o Paper feed knob
o Sheet feeder
o Power cord
o Ribbon cartridge
o CD-ROM
o Installation Guide
o USB cable
Remove the packaging materials from the printer as follows:
1. Open and remove the top covers of the printer following the below picture.

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2. Remove the shipping cardboard from around the print head.
3. Install the paper feed knob. Rotate the paper feed knob to make it fix with the latch. And
then press it to lock. (Step ④ of above picture)
1.2 Placing the Printer
Place the printer on a solid, flat, stable surface; ensuring that the printer is positioned in such
a way that it cannot move, and that there is easy access to the control panel and paper input
devices. Also ensure that there is enough space for sufficient ventilation and for the printed
output.
When selecting the printer location, observe the following additional instructions:
1. Never place the printer near to any flammable gas or explosive substances.
2. Do not expose the printer to direct sunlight. If you cannot avoid placing the printer near a
window, protect it from the sunlight with a curtain.
3. When connecting a computer to the printer, make sure the maximum recommended
cable length is not exceeded.
4. Ensure sufficient distance between the printer and any heating devices/radiators.
5. Avoid exposing the printer to extreme temperature or air humidity fluctuations. Avoid
exposure to dusty environments.
6. It is recommended the printer is installed in a position which reduces noise exposure to
the work place during printing.
7. The power-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

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1.3 Printer Components
Component
Function
Gap Lever
Adjusts the print gap lever according to the thickness of paper
Paper Guides
Adjusts positioning of single sheet paper
Print Head
9-pin printing mechanism
Cover
Protects print head and other components inside, and reduce noise
Control Panel
Shows printer status, for printer setup
Paper Feed Lever
Two positions: = continuous forms; = single sheet paper
Paper Feed Knob
Manual feed or vertical positioning of paper
Power Switch
Power printer ON or OFF
Ribbon Cartridge
Install ribbon in the printer
Ribbon Guide
For guiding ribbon installation on print head
Tractors
For feeding and adjustment of continuous forms
Power Socket
Connects power cord to the printer
Interface
Connects interface cables from the host

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2 Setting Up Printer
2.1 Install Ribbon
Take special caution: The print head may be hot!
1. Ensure the power to the printer is off and the print gap lever “A” is set to the furthest
open position. Move the carriage to the center of the print platen.
2. Install the recess positions ①-② on the ribbon cassette into the printer mounting.
3. Press the ribbon frame ③ onto the print head.
4. Turn the ribbon knob ④ in clockwise direction until the ribbon fabric is taut. Move the
carriage left and right to ensure the carriage and ribbon fabric can move smoothly.
5. Ensure the print gap lever “A” is set to the original position.
6. Close the printer’s cover. When printer is in operation, ensure the printer’s cover is
closed to keep the noise level to a minimum.
Notes on Ribbon Cartridge Removal:
1. Eject any paper loaded in the printer.
2. Turn off the printer power.
3. Open and remove the cover.
4. Set the gap lever to the most open position labeled “RIBBON”.
5. Move the carriage to the middle. Be careful not to touch the print head if printing had just
been performed, as the print head may be hot.
6. Remove the ribbon frame from the print head.
7. Use fingers to take hold of the handle on the ribbon cartridge firmly, and lift the cartridge
upwards to unlatch it. Some force may be needed to unlatch the cartridge.

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2.2 Install the Single Sheet Feeder
Install the single sheet feeder into the rear of the printer. If you intend to use this paper way,
assure having removed the fanfold paper out of the rear tractor paper way by pressing Eject
Key.
Then switch the paper feed lever to Single.
1. As shown in the picture below, unfold the Paper Guides first. Then put the Single
Sheet Feeder into its installation position and push it down to latch.
2. Push the Single Sheet Feeder backward to make it latch again.