Unisys 115 Parts list manual

Model 11 Pri nter
Operations
Reference Manual
Pnced Item
June 1988
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UNISYS
Model 115 Printer
Operations
Reference Manual
Copyright © 1988 Unisys Corporation
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Unisys
is a trademark of Unisys Corporation
Priced Item
June 1988
Printed in US America
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The information contained herein is subject to change without notice.
Revisions may
be issued to advise of such changes and/or additions.

Preface
Organization of this Book
Before you begin, look briefly through this book. You will notice
that chapters are divided and that each divider page has atable
of
contents. These divider pages were added to make the book eas-
ier to use.
You can search through a chapter to find a main section (printed
at the top ofevery left-hand page.) For quicksearches through the
book, each chapter's main topic is printed on a blue tab along the
edge
of each page.
Changes or additions can
be easily inserted to this loose-leaf
book. Changes
to the Model 115 printerwill be printed in the docu-
ment with each new addition.
NOTE:
Add this book to your system documentation library.

Contents
1. Installation
The Model 115 Package .................... 1-1
Installation .............................. 1-3
Removing and Installing the Tractor Unit ...... 1-9
Paper Loading ........................... 1-11
Form Adjustments ....................... 1-18
2. Operation
Cable Connections ......................... 2-1
Controls and Indicators .................... 2-3
Paper End Detector ........................ 2-9
Self-Test ................................ 2-10
Printer Startup ........................... 2~'11
Parameter Switches ...................... 2-12
3. Maintenance
Cleaning ................................ 3-1
Printhead Replacement .................... 3-2
4. Control Codes
Definition of Terms ........................ 4-3
How to Send Control Codes ................. 4-7
Control Codes in Text Mode ................ 4-9
Control Codes in Bit Image Mode .......... 4-116

Appendixes
A. Specifications ........................ A-1
B. Parallel Interface ...................... B-1
C. Mixed Use of Printing Modes ............ C-1
D. Control Codes Summary ............... D-1
E. I BM Mode Character Sets ............... E-1
F. FX Mode Character Sets ................ F-1
G. IBM Mode Character Fonts ............. G-1
H. FX Mode Character Fonts .............. H-1
Index

Chapter 1. Installation
The Model 115 Package ...................... 1-1
Installation ................................. 1-3
Printer Site Selection ...................... 1-3
Installation Steps ......................... 1-5
Removing and Installing the Tractor Unit ....... 1-9
Paper Loading .............................. 1-11
Loading Cut Sheet Paper (With Friction
Feed) .1-11
Loading Fanfold Paper (With Tractor
Feed) .... 1-14
Arranging the Paper
...................... 1-17
Removing the Paper
...................... 1-17
Form Adjustments .......................... 1-18
Adjusting Column Layout
.................. 1-18
Setting Top of Form ...................... 1-18
Adjusting Print Pressure
................... 1-19

Chapter 1. Installation
The Model 115 Package
The following items should be included in the Model 115 package:
• Model 115 printer (Feed knob is shipped unmounted)
• Separator
• Power cord
• Printer cover
• Printer lid (for sheet feeding)
• Printer lid (for tractor feeding)
• Ribbon cartridge
If anything is missing or damaged, contact your Sperry represen-
tative.
NOTE:
It is important to save all original packing materials in case
you ever need
to reship the printer.
1-1

Model 115 Package
The following illustratlo the compo
. n shows f the Model
115 nents 0
printer package.
SHEET FEEDING)
PRINTER LID (FOR
POWER CORD
BON CARTRIDGERIB
SEPARATOR
PRINTER L'i'OR FEEDING)
(FOR TRAC
MODEL 115 PRINTER
ount it by sliding it
unmounted. Mf
ed knob is shi~ped 'de of the printer,
The paper
e, n the right Sl
into the receptlcal 0
1-2

Chapter 1. Installation
Installation
This section includes the steps to get your printer ready for oper·
ation.
Printer Site Selection
When selecting a location to operate your printer, follow these
guidelines:
1. Install the printer on a flat, firm surface with ample space for
operation.
2. Do not expose the printer to direct sunlight or an
atmosphere that contains grease or dust.
3. Do not locate the printer near equipment that generates heat
or noise.
1-3

Printer Site Selection
4. Do not subject the printerto temperatures below 50 C (41
0
F)
or above 35
0 C
(95
0
F) during operation. Avoid any sudden
changes in temperature or extreme shock.
MODEL 115 PRINTER
COMPUTER
INTERFACE CABLE
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Chapter 1. Installation
Installation Steps
1. Remove protective paper.
The printer is shipped with a sheet of protective paper. This
paper is inserted behind the platen to prevent damage from
shocks or vibrations.
Before using the printer, remove this protective paper. If you
reship the printer, reinsert this paper.
2. Remove the printer lid and the printer cover.
Grasp the lid from the rear and lift itoffthe printer. Stand the
cover upright and
lift it upward and off the printer.
PRINTER COVER
CAUTION:
Do not plug the printer into an outlet until you have checked
the power supply compatibility as described on page 2-1.
1-5

Installation Steps
3. Install the ribbon.
1-6
Take the ribbon cartridge out
of the shipping box.
HANDLES
Hold the ribbon cartridge bythe handles on each end. Fit the
tabs on each end
of thecartr1dge into the slots on eitherside
of the printer. Push the cartridge down into place.
RIBBON CARTRIDGE
SLOTS

Chapter 1. Installation
4. Position the ribbon.
Position the ribbon between the printhead and the ribbon
mask. Turn the ribbon feed knob
on the cartridge counter-
clockwise, pressing the ribbon with a ball point pen.
1-7

Installation Steps
Make sure the ribbon is not twisted or creased and the car-
tridge is secured.
RIBBON
MASK
INCORRECT INCORRECT CORRECT
5. Adjust ribbon tension.
1-8
Turn the ribbon feed knob counterclockwise to adjust ribbon
tension.

Chapter 1. Installation
Removing and Installing the Tractor Unit
The tractor on the Model 115 printer is removable. The following
procedure shows you how to remove it.
Two protective shipping plates are attached to each end
of the
tractorunit. These plates must
be taken off before you can remove
the tractor unit.
To remove the plates, lift them up and off as shown.
PROTECTIVE PLATE
1-9

Removing and Installing the Tractor Unit
To remove the tractor unit:
1. Lift the printer cover.
2. Push both tractor latch levers backward to open the claws
and then tilt the tractor unit away from you to remove it.
To replace the tractor unit, push the tractorlatch levers backward
to open the claws. Place the notches
of the tractor onto the carri-
age shaft and clasp the claws around the pegs.
1-10

Chapter 1. Installation
Paper Loading
The Model 115 printer uses either pin-feed paper or cut sheet
paper. Follow the loading instructions for the type of paper
you
will be using.
Loading Cut Sheet Paper (With Friction Feed)
The Model 115 Printer accommodates cut sheets measuring 7.25
to 14.4 inches by 12 inches maximum.
NOTE:
Before using cut sheets, be sure to remove the tractor unit.
Load cut sheet paper
as follows:
1. Remove or raise the printer cover.
2. Remove the separator.
3. Pull the scale forward, away from the platen.
4. Unlock the paper release lever.
5. Insert the paper between the paper guides at the rear of the
printer.
6. Lock the paper release lever.
1-11