Xerox 4215 Technical manual

XEROX
Xerox 4219/MRP
Xerox 4215/MRP
Mid Range Systems Printers
Installation Planning Guide
February 1994
720P13290

Xerox Corporation
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Notices
Installation caution
The Xerox 4219/MRP and 4215/MRP Mid Range Systems Printers
cannot be installed by customers. Only a Xerox service
representative should install the equipment.
Safety
CAUTION: This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance
with the installation requirements, may cause interference to
radio communications.
U.S.A.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class A digital device pursuant Part 15 of the FCC
rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which
case, the user is required to correct the interference at personal
expense.
Canada
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio
noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio
interference regulations of the Canadian department of
communications.
Les present appareil numerique n’emet pas de bruits
radioelectriques depassant les limites applicables aux appareils de
Classe A prescitees dans le reglement sur le brouillage
radioelectrique edicte par les ministre des communications du
Canada.
Europe: 50 Hz, 220 to 240 V equipment
This equipment has been tested and certified in conformance
with European commission directive 82/499/ECC and VDE
0871/0875, Class A, relating to radio frequency interference.
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NOTICES
Laser safety
The 4219/MRP and 4215/MRP comply with appropriate safety
standards.
Specifically regarding lasers, the equipment complies with laser
product performance standards set by governmental,
international and national agencies as a Class 1 laser product. It
does not emit hazardous light; the beam is totally enclosed
during all phases of customer operation and maintenance.
WARNING: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specified herein may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
Warning labels
There are several user accessible Laser Safety Warning labels
located on the printer. An example is shown below.
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NOTICES
These laser warning labels are placed on panels that cover areas
that are not operator serviceable. These panels are not to be
removed.
Operational safety
Your Xerox equipment and supplies are designed and tested to
meet strict safety requirements. These include safety agency
examination, approval, and compliance with established
environmental standards.
Attention to the following notes ensures the continued safe
operation of your equipment.
Do this
Always connect equipment to a properly grounded power source
receptacle. If in doubt, have the receptacle checked by a
qualified electrician.
WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment grounding
conductor can result in electrical shock.
Always place equipment on a floor or table with adequate
strength for the weight of the machine.
Always have at least two people move or relocate the
equipment.
Always use materials and supplies specifically designed for your
Xerox equipment.
WARNING: Use of unsuitable materials may result in poor
performance and can possibly create a hazardous condition.
Do not do this
Never attempt any maintenance function that is not specifically
described in this document.
Never remove any covers or guards that are fastened with screws
unless otherwise instructed. You cannot service areas within
these covers.
Never override or “cheat” electrical or mechanical devices.
Never operate the equipment if you notice unusual noises or
odors. Disconnect the power cord from the power source
receptacle and call Xerox service to correct the problem.
U.S. only: If you need any additional safety information
concerning the equipment or Xerox supplied materials, call the
following toll-free number: 1-800-828-6571.
Approvals and certification
60 Hz, 115 V Listed by Underwriters Laboratories, UL1950 (UL). Meets CSA
standards, C22.2 NO 950 (CSA).
50 Hz, 220 to 240 V Meets the British Standards Institution, IEC950 (BSI).
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Table of contents
Notices iii
Installation caution iii
Safety iii
Laser safety iv
Operational safety v
Introduction ix
About this guide ix
Contents ix
Conventions x
Related publications x
Xerox 4219/MRP and 4215/MRP library x
PostScript and PCL references xi
1. Overview 1-1
Standard features 1-1
Coax interface features 1-3
Twinax interface features 1-4
Optional features 1-4
Printer components 1-5
2. Installation planning tasks 2-1
Xerox responsibilities 2-1
Your responsibilities 2-2
Installation countdown log 2-3
3. Preinstallation 3-1
Delivery requirements 3-1
4219/MRP 4215/MRP dimensions 3-1
Space requirements 3-2
Electrical requirements 3-2
Operating environment 3-3
Noise level 3-3
Special configurations 3-3
Coax interface configurations 3-4
Twinax interface configurations 3-4
Non-printable area 3-6
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
4. Connectivity 4-1
Coax environment 4-1
Twinax environment 4-2
PC direct connect environment 4-3
5. Preparing the installation checklists 5-1
Completing Checklist 3: General setup 5-1
Completing Checklist 4: Setup Printer—PCL 5 Setup 5-2
Completing Checklist 5: Setup Printer— PostScript Resolution,
Print Enhancement, Communications Priority, Panel Security 5-3
Completing Checklist 6: Parallel, Serial, Other I/O 5-4
Appendices A. Ordering fonts, options, and supplies A-1
B. Interface support B-1
C. Checklists C-1
Glossary GLOSSARY-1
Index INDEX-1
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Introduction
This guide helps you prepare for the installation of the Xerox
4219/MRP and 4215/MRP Mid Range Systems Printers.
Information is provided on each 4219/MRP and 4215/MRP
component and its installation requirements.
About this guide
This guide directs the site planner in preinstallation procedures,
as well as ongoing activities after the printer has been installed.
Contents
This guide contains the following chapters:
Chapter 1 “Overview” presents a general overview of the printer and its
components.
Chapter 2 “Installation planning tasks” discusses preinstallation and
installation planning tasks. It identifies areas of responsibility and
the assignment of tasks. An installation countdown log is
included.
Chapter 3 “Preinstallation” explains tasks that must be performed prior to
installation to prepare the site. Electrical and environmental
specifications are included in this chapter.
Chapter 4 “Connectivity” gives an overview of the connectivity possibilities
by environment.
Chapter 5 “Preparing the installation checklists” guides you through the
options listed on the installation checklists which you must
complete prior to installation day.
Appendix A “Ordering fonts, options, and supplies” describes how to order
fonts, describes the available printer options, and explains how
to obtain Xerox service and supplies. A complete supplies and
accessories list is included.
Appendix B “Interface support” discusses the interface support available for
the printer.
Appendix C “Checklists” contains configuration checklists that help your
Xerox service representative configure your 4219/MRP or
4215/MRP on installation day.
A glossary is also included at the end of this guide.
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INTRODUCTION
Conventions
This guide uses the following conventions throughout.
italics Italics are used for document and library names (for example, the
Xerox Coax Command Reference).
WARNING: Warnings are associated with the safety of people.

1. Overview
The Xerox 4219/MRP and 4215/MRP Mid Range Systems Printers
connect directly to your IBM AS/400 mid range computer or IBM
host system. The paper handling features support shared printer
requirements.
Your printer accepts commands and data from an IBM coax or
twinax host, depending on the interface card installed on the
printer controller board.
This chapter describes standard and optional features, as well as
those features uniquely designed to support the coax or twinax
environments.
Standard features
Standard features of the printer include:
•Support for twinaxial or coaxial environments, depending on
the interface card installed
•Emulation of IBM printers
•Support of popular industry standard print languages:
— IBM Standard SCS
— Hewlett-Packard Printer Control Language (PCL 5)
— Adobe PostScript Level 2
— Intelligent Printer Data Stream (optional)
•Xerox Configuration and Resource Utility that allows you to
configure the printer twinax or coax interface through a
menu-driven interface from your host system. This utility also
downloads fonts and forms from the host system to the
printer
•PS/PCL Sensing that allows the printer to switch automatically
among the print languages, based on the print language of
the incoming job in the data stream sent to the printer
•R-S232C serial interface
•Enhanced parallel port (Centronics)
•105 fonts:
— 35 PostScript scalable fonts
— 8 scalable Hewlett-Packard IIISi fonts
— 7 bitmapped Hewlett-Packard IIISi fonts
— 55 IBM 3816 downloadable emulation fonts
•Multiple active ports, with sequential or priority servicing
•Connections for two optional I/O interfaces
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OVERVIEW
•300 x 300 dots per inch (dpi), 400 x 400 dpi, and high
resolution 400 x 800 dpi available in Adobe PostScript Level 2
page description language (PDL)
•300 x 300 dpi in PCL 5 printer language
•300 x 300 dpi in SCS
•Xerox Print Enhancement Technology (PET) available in 300 x
300 dpi
•High-capacity output tray (approximately 500 sheets) with
tray-full detection
•4215/MRP only: one High Capacity Paper Tray (letter, 8.5 x
11 inches or A4 (210 x 297 millimeters) and one
nonmotorized Letter or A4 Paper Tray. The 4215/MRP holds
approximately 750 sheets in its standard configuration.
4219/MRP only: three High Capacity Paper Trays (letter, 8.5 x
11 inches or A4, 210 x 297 millimeters) holding
approximately 1,500 sheets in its standard configuration.
•4215/MRP only: prints up to 15 letter or A4 pages per
minute (ppm)
4219/MRP only: prints up to 20 letter or A4 ppm
•Handles paper sizes from 8.5 by 5.5 inches up to 11 by 17
inches or A3.
•Prints on the following materials:
— 16 to 32 pound (60 to 120 GSM) paper in the main trays
— Transparencies
— Labels
— Letterheads
— Drilled paper
— Card stock (from Manual Feed slot)
— Envelopes (from Manual Feed slot).
•Eight MB of memory expandable to 20 MB
•Customer replaceable supplies help keep maintenance
simple.
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OVERVIEW
Coax interface features
Your Xerox coax printer supports the following:
•IBM 9370 and 4381 host systems
•Coax Function Selection through Line (FSL) setup commands
•Support of SCS, DSC, 3270 Data Stream (LU1), PCL 5,
PostScript Level 2 and Intelligent Printer Data Stream (option)
•Flash PROM downloading of new firmware from the Coax
connector or shareport
•Emulation of the IBM printers listed below.
Table 1-1. Xerox coax printer emulations
Printer (Model) Type Speed CPI LPI Character sets
3287 (1,2) Dot-matrix 80/120 cps
(models1/2) 10 3, 4, 6, 8 Various
3268 (2, 2C) Dot-matrix Up to 340
cps 10, 16.7 3, 4, 6, 8 Various
3262 (3, 13) Band printer Up to 650
lpm 10 3, 4, 6, 8 Depends on band mounted: 48—128
characters
3812/3816 (1, 2)
Model 2-IPDS Laser (240 dpi) Up to 12/24 ppm 10, 12, 15, 17 3, 4, 6, 8 User selectable with 61 standard fonts
4028 (NS1) Laser (300
dip) Up to 10 ppm N/A N/A Various fixed pitch and typographic
with 32 resident
4214 (1) Dot-matrix Up to 200
cps 5, 10, 12, 15, 16.7 3, 4, 6, 8 Various
4245 (D12, D20) Band printer 1,200/2,000
lpm
(D12/D20)
10 3, 4, 6, 8 Depends on band
mounted: 48—142
characters
6262 (D12, D14,
D22) Band printer 1,200/1,400/ 2200 lpm
(D12/D14/
D22)
10 3, 4, 6, 8 Depends on band
mounted: 48—192
characters
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OVERVIEW
Twinax interface features
The Xerox twinax printer supports the following:
•IBM AS/400 mid-range computer, System/36, and System/38
host systems
•Operation in the EBCDIC mode and guarantees compatibility
with the AS/400 and host mainframe packages
•Twinax Function Selection via Line (FSL) setup commands
•Emulation of the IBM printers listed below.
Table 1-1. Xerox twinax printer emulations
*The 4028 supports IPDS data stream only.
Printer (Model) Type Speed CPI LPI Character sets
3812/16 (in 5219
emulation mode) Laser (240 spi) 12/24 ppm 10, 12, 15 proportional 4, 5.33, 6, 8, 9, 12 User selectable with 62 fonts
4028 (AS1)* Laser 10 ppm Various fixed pitch
and typographic
with 32 resident
4234 (2, 12, 13) Dot-band 410 lpm 10, 15 3, 4, 6, 8, 9
(n/288") Depends on band mounted: 198
characters
4245 (T12, T20) Band printer 2,000 lpm 10 6, 8 Depends on band
mounted: 48 to 142
characters
5219 (D01, D02) Daisywheel 24-38 cps 10, 12, 15
proportional 4, 5.33, 6, 8, 9, 12,
24, 48
Depends on daisy-
wheel mounted
5224 (1, 2) Dot-matrix 60-240 lpm 10, 15 3, 4, 6, 8 Various with 96 and
188 characters
5225 (1, 2) Dot-matrix 90-400 lpm 10, 15 3, 4, 6, 8 Various with 96 and
188 characters
5256 (1, 3) Dot-matrix 120 cps 10 6, 8 Various with 96, 128,
and 188 characters
6262 (T12, T14) Band printer 1,400 lpm 10 3, 4, 6, 8 Depends on band
mounted: 48 to 192
characters
Optional features
Optional printer features include:
•Memory upgrades to 12 and 20 MB total.
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OVERVIEW
Printer components
Figure 1-1 shows the front and left side exterior view of the
printer. The printer components are identified in the text below
the figure. Each component is identified by a number in the
figure.
Figure 1-1. Printer components—front view
1 Top cover/output tray
2 Front cover
3 Roller cover
4 Face-up Output tray
5 Paper trays
6 Power switch
7 Power cord connector
8 Power cord cover
9 Control panel
10 Top cover release latch
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OVERVIEW
Figure 1-2 shows the rear view of the printer. The printer
components are identified in the text below the figure. Each
component is identified by a number in the figure.
Figure 1-2. Printer components—rear view
1 Manual feed tray
2 Rear paper access covers
3 Parallel port connector
4 Serial port connector
5 Paper support wire
6 Blank covers for printer interface connectors
7 Connector for future expansion
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2. Installation planning tasks
Successful installation depends upon you and Xerox. This
chapter outlines responsibilities for the various Xerox 4219/MRP
and 4215/MRP Mid Range Systems Printers installation tasks.
Xerox responsibilities
Your Xerox sales representative, analyst and service representative
help you with the installation of your printer. This section lists
the responsibilities for Xerox representative.
Xerox sales representative or analyst The following is a list of responsibilities for your Xerox sales
representative or analyst, prior to, during, and after installation:
•Assists in printer site selection.
•Orders the proper configuration based on your requirements.
•Orders the 5.25" diskette (for twinax) or the 9-track reel-to-
reel tape (for coax) if you require them instead of the
standard media shipped with the printer for the Xerox
Configuration and Resource Utility.
•Identifies the necessary third-party connectivity hardware to
support your operating environment.
•Assists in determining the proper communication interface
for your host computer system.
•Assists in completing the default selection checklists
contained in this guide.
•Monitors the progress of your installation tasks to ensure a
successful installation.
•Arranges with Xerox administration to schedule a delivery
date for the printer.
•Assists in placing the initial order of supplies and accessories.
Xerox service representative The following is a list of responsibilities for your Xerox service
representative, during and after installation:
•Installs the printer and performs initial system configuration.
•Performs maintenance on the printer which is not part of
routine operator maintenance.
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INSTALLATION PLANNING TASKS
Your responsibilities
Work with your Xerox sales representative or analyst to plan and
schedule the following installation activities:
•Establish a compatible operating environment for your host
computer system and printer:
— Ensure that all electrical and space requirements are met.
— Ensure that the correct interface cable is available.
— Order the necessary third-party connectivity hardware to
support your operating environment.
•Plan and schedule installation activities:
— Order paper, supplies, and accessories.
— Select, order, and load any optional fonts.
— Complete the preinstallation checklists, located in the
“Checklists” appendix, prior to printer installation. Your
Xerox service representative uses the checklists to
configure the printer to your operating environment.
— Arrange with Xerox administration to schedule a delivery
date for the printer.
The appropriate representative of your company also needs to
complete the following activities:
•Designate one or more persons in your organization as your
printer operator. Printer operators are trained by your Xerox
sales representative or analyst, and are responsible for the
care and maintenance of your printer.
•Designate one or more persons in your organization to
maintain printer supplies. This person may also be the
printer operator.
•Install and maintain the host operating system. Refer to the
Xerox Twinax Command Reference or the Xerox Coax
Command Reference (as appropriate) for information on
installation and operation procedures for the 4219/MRP or
4215/MRP within a twinaxial or coaxial environment.
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