2. PRINTER SETUP
ENGLISH VERSION
2.2 Procedure before Operation
2.2 Procedure before
Operation
NOTES:
1. To communicate directly with
a host computer, an RS-232C,
Centronics, Ethernet, or USB
cable is required.
(1)
RS-232C cable: 9 pins
(do not use a null modem
cable)
(2)
Centronics cable: 36 pins
(3)
Ethernet cable: 1 0/100 Base
(4)
USB cable: V2.0 (Full
Speed)
2. Use of a Windows Driver will
allow issuing media on the
printer from a Windows
application.
The printer can also be
controlled with its own
programming commands. For
details, please contact your
Tyco Electronics representative.
This section describes the outline of the printer setup.
1.
Unpack the accessories and printer from the box.
2.
Refer to Safety Precautions in this manual and set up the printer at a
proper location.
3.
Make sure that the Power Switch is off. (Refer to
Section 2.3
.)
4.
Connect the printer to a host computer with an RS-232C, Centronics
interface, Ethernet cable or USB cable. (Refer to
Section 2.4
.)
5.
Connect the Power Adapter to the printer, and then plug the Power
Cord into a properly grounded power outlet. (Refer to
Section 2.5
)
6.
Load the media. (Refer to
Section 2.7
.)
7.
Adjust the position of the Feed Gap Sensor or Black Mark Sensor to
match the media being used. (Refer to
Section 2.7
.)
8.
Load the ribbon. (Refer to
Section 2.8
)
9.
Turn the Power ON. (Refer to
Section 2.3
.)
10.
Install the Printer Drivers in the host computer. (Refer to the Printer
Driver in the CD-ROM.)
2.3 Turning the Printer
ON/OFF
2.3.1 Turning ON the Printer
CAUTION!
Use the power switch to
turn the printer on/off.
Plugging or unplugging the
power cord to turn the
printer on/off may cause
fire, an electric shock, or
damage to the printer.
NOTE:
If the Status Lamp is illuminated
in red, go to Section 4.1,
Troubleshooting Guide.
When the printer is connected to a host computer it is good practice to
turn the printer ON before turning on the host computer and to turn OFF
the host computer before turning off the printer.
1.
To turn ON the printer power, press the power switch as shown in the
picture below. Note that (
|
) is the power ON side of the switch.
Power Switch
2.
Check that the Indicator Lamp flashes slowly in orange for 5 sec., then
stays illuminated in green.
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