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4230 Printer Models 102, 1I1, 202, 2I1, 4I3, and 5I3 User’s Guide SA40-0564-04[...]

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4230 Printer Models 102, 1I1, 202, 2I1, 4I3, and 5I3 User ’ s Guide SA40-0564-04 IBM[...]

Note! Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the general information under “Notices” on page ix. | Fifth Edition (August 1994) | This major revision obsoletes and replaces SA40-0564-03. Changes or additions to | the text and illustrations are indicated by a vertical line to the left of the change. Changes are[...]

Contents Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix Electronic Emission Notices ...................... ix Trademarks and Service Marks ................... xii Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiii Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xv How to[...]

Adjusting the Tractor Tension ............... 1-71 Adjusting the Forms Thickness Setting .......... 1-73 Adjusting the Left Margin .................. 1-75 Adjusting the Top of Form Position ............ 1-77 Adjusting the Tear-off Position ............... 1-79 Adjusting the Load Position ................. 1-81 Adjusting the Print Alignment ........[...]

Chapter 3. Getting to Know Your Printer ........... 3-1 Parts of the Printer .......................... 3-2 Model Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Power Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 Power-On Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 Acoustic Cover . . . . . . . .[...]

Chapter 4. Replacing Your Ribbon ............... 4-1 Removing the Ribbon Cartridge .................. 4-2 Installing the Ribbon Cartridge ................... 4-5 Chapter 5. Using the Operator Print Tests .......... 5-1 General Test Instructions ...................... 5-1 Printer Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 Top [...]

| RS-232C Connector Pin Assignments ............ E-1 | RS-422A Connector Pin Assignments ............ E-1 | Recommended Attachment Cables for PCs and | Compatible Serial Ports ................... E-2 | Recommended Attachment Cables for AS/400 Workstation | Controllers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-2 | Cable Configurations [...]

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Notices References in this publication to IBM products, programs, or services do not imply that IBM intends to make these available in all countries in which IBM operates. Any reference to an IBM product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only IBM's product, program, or service may be used. Any functionally equivalent [...]

not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment. Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is sub[...]

New Zealand Compliance Statement This is a Class A computing device and shall not be located at a distance closer than 20 meters from the boundary of a residential property. Japanese VCCI Korean EMI Notices xi[...]

Trademarks and Service Marks The following terms, denoted by an asterisk (*) in this publication, are trademarks or registered trademarks of the IBM Corporation in the United States or other countries or both. AFP AS/400 Application System/400 ES/9000 ES/9370 IBM and the IBM logo IPDS Intelligent Printer Data Stream OS/400 The following terms, deno[...]

Safety Information The construction of this machine provides extra protection against the risk of electric shock by grounding appropriate metal parts. The extra protection may not function unless the power cord is connected to a properly grounded outlet. This machine has a grounding-type (3-wire) power cord because grounding is necessary. It is the[...]

The safety features of some parts may not always be obvious. Therefore, replacement parts must have the identical or equivalent characteristics as the original parts. The maintenance information for this machine has been written for the professional service person and is not intended to be used by others. xiv User ’ s Guide[...]

Preface This guide describes the basic operating procedures for Models 102, 1I1, 202, 2I1, 4I3, and 5I3 of the IBM 4230 Printer and should be read and used by those who install or operate the printer, or supervise printer operations. You need only basic operating experience to use the IBM 4230 Printer. This experience includes an understanding of h[...]

Appendix A, “ Training Guideline ” describes the tasks an operator needs to learn to operate the printer. Appendix B, “ Problem Solving, ” describes how to diagnose and solve 4230 Printer problems. Appendix C, “ Forms Information, ” describes the types of forms needed for each forms device. Appendix D, “ Declaration of IBM Product Noi[...]

Publications The following publications provide information on the 4230 Printer. 4230 Printer Library For planning, setup, and operating information, see: IBM 4230 Printer Models 102, 1I1, 202, 2I1, 4I3, and 5I3 User ’ s Guide , SA40-0564. This guide describes the operating procedures for the IBM 4230 Printer (with special emphasis on using the f[...]

For service information, see: IBM 4230 and 4232 Printers Maintenance Analysis Procedures , SA40-0571. This manual is a guide for servicing the IBM 4230 Printer. It is the primary maintenance tool for trouble analysis and repair of the 4230 and 4232 Printers. IBM 4230 and 4232 Printers Maintenance Information Manual , SA40-0572. This manual provides[...]

Introduction Your IBM 4230 Printer is a wire-matrix printer with many features to help you perform your work efficiently. Your printer combines excellent print quality along with the ability to print in several print styles and graphics. Your printer receives some instructions from you and some instructions from the computer system . The computer d[...]

You can set line spacing to the following lines per inch (LPI) from the operator panel. LPI represents the number of lines to be printed per vertical inch. 6 8. For more information, see “ Using Print Format and Quality Parameters ” in IBM 4230 Printer Models 102, 1I1, 202, 2I1, 4I3, and 5I3 Operator Panel Instructions or “ Introducing the 42[...]

Chapter 1. Setting Up the 4230 Printer The following sections describe how to install the IBM* 4230 Printer. The installation procedure includes: Installing the ribbon Installing the forms device Included with the printer are several manuals that can help you get started with the 4230 Printer: IBM 4230 Printer Models 102, 1I1, 202, 2I1, 4I3, and 5I[...]

Beginning Printer Installation To install the 4230 Printer, follow these steps: 1. Be sure that you have the following items: Forms Devi ce Acousti c Cover Power Cord Ribbon Car tri dge Shi eld Quick Referen ce Guide Paper Door ( F 3D e v i c eO n l y ) V -Connector Lower F orms Guides ( F 3D e v i c eO n l y ) Pri nter User ' s Guid e Operato[...]

Note: The printer weighs approximately 20.4 kg (45 lb). Do not lift it by yourself. 2. Place the printer at the workstation (printer stand or table of your choice). Be sure that you have access to both the front and the rear of the printer. 3. Remove the protective film from the access cover window and discard it. 4. Remove the packaging material, [...]

6. Find the orange tie on the right side of the printer to the left of the print head . Carefully cut the orange tie and remove it from the printer. Orange T ie 1-4 User ’ s Guide[...]

7. Consult the following figure and then find the large orange knob and orange shipping brace in the center of the printer. Unscrew the knob and remove the knob and shipping brace from the printer. Ship pi ng Brace Note: Save the shipping brace in case you relocate the printer. Chapter 1. Setting Up the 4230 Printer 1-5[...]

Installing the Ribbon Cartridge and Guide The following sections describe preparation, installation, and verification of the ribbon cartridge. To install a new ribbon cartridge, follow these steps: 1. Slide the print head to the center of the printer. 2. Remove the ribbon cartridge from the package. 3. Remove the yellow clip from the ribbon. 4. Tur[...]

5. Align the blue slotted opening on the bottom of the ribbon cartridge with the metal post . You may need to turn the blue ribbon advance knob to align the slots. Lower the ribbon cartridge onto the metal post . Be sure that the plastic tab on the bottom of the ribbon cartridge aligns with the hole in the printer casting. Blue Slot ted Opening Met[...]

7. Align the holes in the ribbon guide with the ribbon guide posts on the print head carrier . Press the guide all the way down on the posts until the tops of the posts are even with the top of the ribbon guide . Ribbon Guide Ribb on Guid e Posts 1-8 User ’ s Guide[...]

8. To be sure you have installed the ribbon cartridge correctly, check that: a. The left side of the ribbon cartridge is securely snapped onto the printer. The right side fits over the ribbon drive post but does not latch down. b. There are no twists or folds in the ribbon. c. The ribbon is not catching on the print head. d. The ribbon moves when y[...]

Preparing for Forms Device Installation To prepare for installing the forms device, follow these steps: CAUTION: The construction of this machine provides extra protection against the risk of electric shock by grounding appropriate metal parts. The extra protection may not function unless the power cord is connected to a properly grounded outlet. T[...]

2. If you received your printer without an operator panel template installed, you must install the template shipped with the printer. To install the template, do the following: a. Remove the paper from the back of the template. b. Press the template into place on the operator panel, as shown in the following figure. xxxxx xxxxx xx x xx x xxxxx xxxx[...]

3. Use the following figures to learn the location of keys and indicators on the operator panel. Figure 1-1, Figure 1-2, Figure 1-3 on page 1-13, and Figure 1-4 on page 1-13 show the operator panel for each model. Load/ Eject Display Address Form Feed Start Set T op of Form Stop Cancel Print Line Feed Hex Print Micr o Micr o Darke r Lighter Quick M[...]

Load/ Eject Form Feed Start Set T op of Form Stop Cancel Print Line Feed Hex Print Micr o Micr o Darke r Lighter Quick Menu Te s t Scroll Scroll Enter Retur n Power Ready Processi ng Onl ine Attenti on Unit Ch eck Display Inte rface Figure 1-3. 4230 Printer Model 4I3 Operator Panel PA 1 / Hex Print PA 2 / Display Inte rface Menu Load/ Eject Form Fe[...]

4. Turn the power On (|). Note: Do not turn the printer power Off (O) during setup unless instructed to do so. The printer does the following: a. All indicators and blocks on the display light, and the alarm beeps. Then the printer displays The printer then displays b. The print head and ribbon move. c. The printer displays and then followed by The[...]

d. Press Stop . The printer may display and then on Models 102, 1I1, and 4I3 you may see or on Models 202, 2I1, and 5I3 you may see While on Models 4I3 and 5I3 (when parallel or serial is the active interface) you may see Ignore these messages until you have attached the printer to your computer. (Press Stop to turn off the alarm, if necessary.) 5.[...]

Operator Note If you turned the power Off (O) and back On (|) in less than 10 seconds , the display may be blank or a message may appear. If the power-on messages do not appear in your language, see “ Using Printer Setup Parameters ” in IBM 4230 Printer Models 102, 1I1, 202, 2I1, 4I3, and 5I3 Operator Panel Instructions to change the Display La[...]

c. Did the indicators or display not respond, or did you have an alarm problem? If Yes , then call for service. If No , go to Step 6. 6. The shipping box for the forms device has printing on the side to help you identify what type of forms device you have. Note which forms device is checked off, then remove the forms device from the shipping box. N[...]

b. Press Scroll or Scroll until the printer displays c. Press Enter . The printer displays d. Press Enter . The printer displays e. Press Enter to save the configuration changes. The printer displays 14. Turn the power Off (O). CONFIGURATION MENU Printer Setup CONFIGURATION MENU Configuration Storage Configuration Storage Save Current Values Save C[...]

15. Slide the print head to the center of the printer. 16. You are now ready to install the forms device. Go to “ Selecting the Forms Device Installation Procedure ” on page 1-20. Chapter 1. Setting Up the 4230 Printer 1-19[...]

Selecting the Forms Device Installation Procedure Select the forms device installation procedure you will use: Go to “ Installing and Using the Continuous Forms Device (F1) ” on page 1-21 to install the F1 forms device. Go to “ Installing and Using the Dual Purpose Forms Device (F2) ” on page 1-55 to install the F2 forms device. Go to “ I[...]

Installing and Using the Continuous Forms Device (F1) The following sections describe how to install and use the Continuous Forms Device (F1). Note: Make sure that the proper forms device is configured. See “ Preparing for Forms Device Installation ” on page 1-10 for the exact steps. Installing the Continuous Forms Device (F1) To install the F1[...]

3. Lower the forms device into the printer behind the platen rod so that the bottom metal bar enters the printer first. Align the ends of the forms device with the slots in the frame. Continue to lower the forms device until the device rests in the slots of the frame. End of Device End of Device Slot i n Frame Slot i n Frame To p o f Forms Device P[...]

6. To be sure that you have installed the forms device correctly, look at the following figure and compare it to your printer. Check both the left and right sides. Are the clips around the platen rod as shown? If so, you installed the forms device correctly. If not, repeat Steps 3 through 5. Platen Rod Platen Rod Cl ip Cl i p Chapter 1. Setting Up [...]

Preparing to Load Forms To prepare to load forms in the F1 forms device, follow these steps: 1. Slide the print head to the far left side of the printer. 2. Loosen the blue forms tension knob by turning it counterclockwise, and then move the blue forms tension knob towards the bottom of the printer until you see the * below the number 1. Blu e Form[...]

4. Open both of the blue tractor doors . Blue T rac tor Doors 5. Get continuous forms paper that is at least 203.2 mm (8 in.) wide. Chapter 1. Setting Up the 4230 Printer 1-25[...]

Loading Forms in the F1 Forms Device To load forms in the F1 forms device, follow these steps: 1. Feed the form into the bottom front of the printer. Be sure that the form goes under the blue forms guide/forms sensor and between the tension plates. See the figure on page 1-21 for help in locating the tension plates. Blue Forms G uide/ Forms Sensor [...]

2. Align and put the left paper holes of the form over the left tractor pins . Close the left blue tractor door . Blue T rac tor Door 3. Move the right tractor until the right paper holes of the form fit on the right tractor pins . Be sure that the forms are straight. Tra cto r P ins Chapter 1. Setting Up the 4230 Printer 1-27[...]

4. Close the right blue tractor door . Hold the tractor in place and lock the blue locking lever . Note: If necessary, unlock the tractor and adjust it so that the forms are not buckled or stretched too tightly. Blue Tr actor Door Blue Locking Lever 5. Close the access cover. Then close the paper door by pulling it out and pushing it down until it [...]

6. To align the top of form position, follow these steps: a. Turn the power On (|) and wait for the power-on sequence to complete (see “ Power-On Test ” on page 3-4). b. Press Stop . The printer displays and then on Models 102, 1I1, and 4I3 you may see or on Models 202, 2I1, and 5I3 you may see While on Models 4I3 and 5I3 (when parallel or seri[...]

c. Press Micro , Micro , or Line Feed to move the form so that the position of the first line you want to print is in the center of the flat platen rod surface. abcdef Platen Rod Platen Rod Platen Rod Surface First Print Li ne d. If you pressed Micro , you might have slack in the forms. Pull lightly downward on the forms at the bottom of the printe[...]

7. To adjust the forms tension: a. Open the front paper door as follows: 1) Pull the door up until it will not go any higher. 2) Push the door back slightly to lock it in the open position. Paper Door b. Move the blue forms tension knob upward to the number of form copies you are using. Make sure you do not unlatch the forms device. For example, if[...]

c. Press Start . The printer displays and then on Models 102, 1I1, and 4I3 you may see or on Models 202, 2I1, and 5I3 you may see While on Models 4I3 and 5I3 (when parallel or serial is the active interface) you may see Ignore these messages until you have attached the printer to your computer. (Press Stop to turn off the alarm, if necessary.) READ[...]

Using the Printer Verification Test for the F1 Forms Device To run the printer verification test, follow these steps: 1. Turn the power On (|) if not already on. 2. Wait until the printer displays 3. Press Stop . The printer displays and then on Models 102, 1I1, and 4I3 you may see or on Models 202, 2I1, and 5I3 you may see While on Models 4I3 and [...]

The printer displays 5. Press Scroll or Scroll until the printer displays 6. Press Enter or Start to print this test. The Ready indicator comes on and printing begins. 7. Wait for the printer to stop printing and the Ready indicator to go off. 8. Press Form Feed until you can remove the printout. The lines numbered 1 through 9 should print as shown[...]

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9. Compare your printout with the sample printout. Did the lines print and is the remainder of the printout clear and readable? If YES , go to Step 10. If NO , do the following: a. If any of the following items are not installed correctly, the printer can experience forms jamming, ribbon jamming, or an incorrect printer verification printout: Forms[...]

Setup and Checkout Complete You have completed a simple setup and checkout of the printer. IBM recommends that you print your power-on custom set (Custom Set A) factory defaults and save this printout for future reference. You are ready to attach the printer to your computer. Go to Chapter 2, “ Attaching the 4230 Printer to Your Computer ” on p[...]

Adjusting the Print Quality After the printer prints a few lines, press Stop and verify that the print quality is satisfactory. Good print quality includes: Clear, legible print Satisfactory darkness or lightness of output. It is up to you to decide if the print quality is satisfactory. Adjustments you can make that affect print quality include: Tr[...]

of the first print line, see “ Adjusting the Top of Form Position ” on page 1-46. Print Alignment This adjustment can affect the character formation and dot mixing on those characters that are printed with two passes of the print mechanism. To adjust the print alignment, see “ Adjusting the Print Alignment ” on page 1-48. Adjusting the Trac[...]

Left Margi n Left Margi n Right Margi n Right Margi n Corre ct Incorrect 4. Lock the tractor. Adjusting the Forms Thickness Setting To adjust the lightness or darkness of the print, you must increase or decrease the gap between the print head and the platen rod. This distance is automatically set for you by the Automatic Forms Thickness Adjustment [...]

Note: The print may not get darker if the ribbon is worn or if there is a problem with the print head. 3. To make the print lighter, press Lighter . The printer displays The print head moves farther away from the paper, and the print becomes lighter. 4. When you release the key, the printer automatically saves the current value. Note: The ’ s ind[...]

See “ Understanding the Operator Panel ” in IBM 4230 Printer Models 102, 1I1, 202, 2I1, 4I3, and 5I3 Operator Panel Instructions for more information on this setting. Adjusting the Forms Tension The forms tension lever controls the tension on the forms. The blue forms tension knob lets you adjust the setting of the forms tension lever. The form[...]

Decreasing Forms Tension: To decrease tension on the forms, follow these steps: 1. Loosen the blue forms tension knob by rotating the knob counterclockwise. 2. Move the knob to a lower number setting. For example, if the knob was set at 3, move the knob to 2. 3. Tighten the blue forms tension knob by rotating the knob clockwise. Be sure to avoid un[...]

Adjusting the Left Margin You can print a single line of text to help in setting the left margin position using the Left Margin Alignment Test. You can also change the current left margin position using this test. You can set the left margin position from 1 to 66 units (where each | unit is 0.686 mm [0.027 in.]). The factory default setting is 10. [...]

The printer also prints a single line of H ’ s. 5. If the H ’ s do not start where you want your left margin, press Scroll or Scroll until the printer displays the desired value for the left margin position. 6. Press Enter . An asterisk ( * ) appears in front of the selected value. The forms advance one line and the row of H ’ s prints again.[...]

Adjusting the Top of Form Position The Micro and Micro keys control fine vertical movement. Each time you press these keys, the printer moves the form in 0.355 mm (0.014 in.) increments. Open the access cover. Then open the front paper door as follows: 1. Pull the door up until it will not go any higher. 2. Push the door back slightly to lock it in[...]

2. If the first print line is not where you want it to be, press Micro , Micro , or Line Feed until it reaches the desired line. Note: If you need to adjust the paper downward, adjust at least five steps beyond where you want the top of form position; then make your final adjustment in the up direction. You can also use the Top of Form Alignment Te[...]

Adjusting the Print Alignment You can adjust dot registration and print quality for characters created using bidirectional printing. The bidirectional alignment may need periodic adjustment to maintain print quality. To change the bidirectional alignment, follow these steps: 1. If the printer is ready , press Stop . The printer displays 2. Press Te[...]

The printer displays Bidirectional Adjustment Chapter 1. Setting Up the 4230 Printer 1-49[...]

5. If the default value does not give the best print sample, press Scroll or Scroll until the printer displays the same number of arrows that were printed beside the best print sample line. Press Enter to set this as the new default value. The printer then prints another line to demonstrate the new default value, and the test is complete. or Press [...]

Unloading Forms To unload forms from the F1 forms device, follow these steps: 1. Press Stop . The printer displays 2. Open the acoustic cover. 3. Grasp the form below the printer and tear along the perforation. 4. Press Form Feed as many times as needed to advance and remove the remaining form or forms. NOT READY <A> Chapter 1. Setting Up the[...]

5. Remove the form or forms from the top of the printer. Warning: Do not remove forms by pulling them out from the bottom. Damage to the forms device can result. 1-52 User ’ s Guide[...]

Removing the Continuous Forms Device (F1) Note: If you are removing this forms device to install a different forms device, make sure you change the selected forms device in the Configuration Menu. To remove the F1 forms device, follow these steps: 1. If forms are in the printer, unload them (see “ Unloading Forms ” on page 1-51); then continue [...]

4. Push the metal bar at the bottom of the device toward the rear of the printer until the forms device unlocks. Bottom of Forms Device Met al Bar 5. Grasp the top of the forms device and lift it out. To p o f Forms Device Plat en Rod 1-54 User ’ s Guide[...]

Installing and Using the Dual Purpose Forms Device (F2) The following sections describe how to install and use the Dual Purpose Forms Device (F2). Note: Make sure that the proper forms device is configured. See “ Preparing for Forms Device Installation ” on page 1-10 for the exact steps. Installing the Dual Purpose Forms Device (F2) To install [...]

2. Unlock the right blue locking lever and move the right tractor assembly to the extreme right. Blu e Sliding Guides Blue Locking Lever Bott om Metal Bar Right Tract or Assembly T op of Forms D evice Te a r B a r 3. Lower the forms device into the printer behind the platen rod . Be sure that F2 is in the upper left corner facing you and the blue t[...]

4. Look through the front bottom opening in the printer and find the metal bar at the bottom of the forms device. 5. Grasp the metal bar with BOTH hands and pull firmly toward you and then upward until both ends LOCK into place. Bottom of Forms Device Met al Bar Chapter 1. Setting Up the 4230 Printer 1-57[...]

6. To be sure that you have installed the forms device correctly, look at the following figure and compare it to your printer. Check both the left and right sides. Are the clips around the platen rod as shown? If so, you installed the forms device correctly. If not, repeat Steps 3 on page 1-56 through 5 on page 1-57. Platen Rod Cl ip Platen Rod Cl [...]

Preparing to Load Forms To prepare to load forms in the F2 forms device, follow these steps: 1. Slide the print head to the far left side of the printer. 2. Open both of the blue tractor doors . Blue T ract or Doors 3. Get continuous forms paper that is at least 203.2 mm (8 in.) wide. Chapter 1. Setting Up the 4230 Printer 1-59[...]

Loading Forms in the F2 Forms Device To load forms in the F2 forms device, follow these steps: 1. Turn the power On (|) (see “ Power-On Test ” on page 3-4). 2. Wait until the printer displays 3. Press Stop . The printer displays and then on Models 102, 1I1, and 4I3 you may see or on Models 202, 2I1, and 5I3 you may see While on Models 4I3 and 5[...]

4. Feed the form into the printer until the paper is on at least two tractor pins on each side. Be sure that the form goes under the blue forms guide/forms sensor . Blue Forms G uide/ Forms Sensor 5. Put the left paper holes over the left tractor pins . Close the left blue tractor door . Blue T rac tor Door Chapter 1. Setting Up the 4230 Printer 1-[...]

6. Move the right tractor assembly and blue sliding guides until the right paper holes of the form fit on the right tractor pins .B e sure that the forms are straight. Close the right blue tractor door . Right Tractor Assembly 7. Hold the right tractor in place and lock the blue locking lever . Blue Locking Lever Right Tr actor Blue Locking Lever N[...]

8. Evenly space the blue sliding guides between the tractors. Slidin g Guide s 9. Perform an autoload by pressing Load/Eject , and the form will automatically move to the load position. For more information, see “ Adjusting the Load Position ” on page 1-81. Note: You can adjust the load position by using the Micro , Micro , or Line Feed keys. I[...]

10. If you adjusted the load position, press Set Top of Form to keep the load position consistent with the top of form position. Pressing Set Top of Form establishes the first print line at which printing is to start on each form. The alarm beeps each time you press the Set Top of Form key and the printer displays 11. Close the access cover. Then c[...]

Using the Printer Verification Test for the F2 Forms Device To run the printer verification test, follow these steps: 1. Turn the power On (|) if not already on. 2. Wait until the printer displays 3. Press Stop . The printer displays and then on Models 102, 1I1, and 4I3 you may see or on Models 202, 2I1, and 5I3 you may see While on Models 4I3 and [...]

The printer displays 5. Press Scroll or Scroll until the printer displays 6. Press Enter or Start to print this test. The Ready indicator comes on and printing begins. 7. Wait for the printer to stop printing and the Ready indicator to go off. 8. Press Form Feed until you can remove the printout. The lines numbered 1 through 9 should print as shown[...]

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9. Compare your printout with the sample printout. Did the lines print and is the remainder of the printout clear and readable? If YES , go to Step 10. If NO , do the following: a. If any of the following items are not installed correctly, the printer can experience forms jamming, ribbon jamming, or an incorrect printer verification printout: Forms[...]

Setup and Checkout Complete You have completed a simple setup and checkout of the printer. IBM recommends that you print your power-on custom set (Custom Set A) factory defaults and save this printout for future reference. You are ready to attach the printer to your computer. Go to Chapter 2, “ Attaching the 4230 Printer to Your Computer ” on p[...]

Adjusting the Print Quality After the printer prints a few lines, press Stop and verify that the print quality is satisfactory. Good print quality includes: Clear, legible print Satisfactory darkness or lightness of output. It is up to you to decide if the print quality is satisfactory. Adjustments you can make that affect print quality include: Tr[...]

Tear-off Position By moving the perforations in continuous forms close to the tear bar, you can separate the forms more easily. To adjust the tear position, see “ Adjusting the Tear-off Position ” on page 1-79. Load Position By using the operator panel, you can adjust the load position. To adjust the load position, see “ Adjusting the Load Po[...]

3. Adjust the right tractor as necessary: Unlock and move the tractor toward the left side of the printer to loosen the tension on the forms. Unlock and move the tractor toward the right side of the printer to tighten the tension on the forms. Left Margi n Left Margi n Right Margi n Right Margi n Corre ct Incorrect 4. Lock the tractor. 1-72 User ?[...]

Adjusting the Forms Thickness Setting To adjust the lightness or darkness of the print, you must increase or decrease the gap between the print head and the platen rod. This distance is automatically set for you by the Automatic Forms Thickness Adjustment (AFTA), but you can make corrections to the distance if the print output is not as you desire.[...]

4. When you release the key, the printer automatically saves the current value. Note: The ’ s indicate the position of the print head relative to the limits. As long as you press Darker or Lighter , the printer displays an increasing amount of darkness or lightness until one of the limits of the gap is reached. The printer displays either or As y[...]

Adjusting the Left Margin You can print a single line of text to help in setting the left margin position using the Left Margin Alignment Test. You can also change the current left margin position using this test. You can set the left margin position from 1 to 66 units (where each unit is 0.686 mm [0.027 in.]). The factory default setting is 10. Th[...]

The printer also prints a single line of H ’ s. 5. If the H ’ s do not start where you want your left margin, press Scroll or Scroll until the printer displays the desired value for the left margin position. 6. Press Enter . An asterisk ( * ) appears in front of the selected value. The forms advance one line and the row of H ’ s prints again.[...]

Adjusting the Top of Form Position The Micro and Micro keys control fine vertical movement. Each time you press these keys, the printer moves the form in 0.355 mm (0.014 in.) increments. Note: If you use the Micro , Micro , or Line Feed keys to adjust the print position, you may need to reprint the page. Open the access cover. Then open the front p[...]

2. If the first print line is not where you want it to be, press Micro , Micro , or Line Feed until it reaches the desired line. Note: If you need to adjust the paper downward, adjust at least five steps beyond where you want the top of form position; then make your final adjustment in the up direction. You can also use the Top of Form Alignment Te[...]

Adjusting the Tear-off Position The Dual Purpose Forms Device Document on Demand features allow you to tear off a form using the tear bar upon completing a print job. You can then prepare the printer to print the next print job. Te a r B a r To change the tear-off position of a form, follow these steps: 1. Make sure the printer is at the top of for[...]

The limits for the Tear-off Position Adjustment from the default position is ± 19.05 mm (0.75 in.). Note: If the last page of the form feeds past the forms sensor, the printer displays and pressing Load/Eject ejects the paper. To remove the form, follow these steps: 1. Tear off the paper toward the front of the printer. 2. Press Load/Eject to posi[...]

Adjusting the Load Position The load position can only be adjusted following an operator initiated load or eject (F2 forms device only) function from the operator panel. You can adjust the load position using the Micro , Micro , or Line Feed keys. The limits for the position adjustment from the default position are + 38 and − 30.5 mm ( + 1.5 and [...]

3. Press Scroll or Scroll until the printer displays 4. Press Enter or Start to print this test. The Ready indicator goes on and printing begins. The test prints samples using alignment values higher and lower than the default value. The print sample using the default value is indicated with an asterisk ( * ). The alignment printout is complete whe[...]

The printer displays 5. If the default value does not give the best print sample, press Scroll or Scroll until the printer displays the same number of arrows that were printed beside the best print sample line. Press Enter to set this as the new default value. The printer then prints another line to demonstrate the new default value, and the test i[...]

Unloading Forms To unload forms from the F2 forms device, follow these steps: 1. Open the acoustic cover. 2. Tear off the forms at the tear bar. See “ Adjusting the Tear-off Position ” on page 1-79 for the procedure. 3. Press Stop . The printer displays 4. Open the front paper door as follows: a. Pull the door up until it will not go any higher[...]

5. Open both of the blue tractor doors . Blue T rac tor Doors 6. Lift the form off the tractor pins and pull the form out from the bottom of the printer. Chapter 1. Setting Up the 4230 Printer 1-85[...]

Removing the Dual Purpose Forms Device (F2) Note: If you are removing this forms device to install a different forms device, make sure you change the selected forms device in the Configuration Menu. To remove the F2 forms device, follow these steps: 1. If forms are in the printer, unload them (see “ Unloading Forms ” on page 1-84), then continu[...]

4. Close the blue tractor doors . 5. Push the metal bar at the bottom of the device toward the rear of the printer until the forms device unlocks. Bottom of Forms Device Met al Bar 6. Grasp the top of the forms device and lift it out. To p o f Forms Device Chapter 1. Setting Up the 4230 Printer 1-87[...]

Installing and Using the Document Insertion Device (F3) The following sections describe how to install and use the Document Insertion Device (F3). Note: Make sure that the proper forms device is configured. See “ Preparing for Forms Device Installation ” on page 1-10 for the exact steps. Installing the Document Insertion Device (F3) To install [...]

2. Unlock the blue locking lever and move the right roller assembly to the extreme right. Blue Locking Lever Rig ht Ro ller As sem bly Bottom of Forms Device Blu e Sli di ng Gui de 3. Hold the device at the top with the F3 in the upper left corner facing you. The finger grips should be at the bottom and should enter the printer first. Lower the dev[...]

4. Look through the front bottom opening in the printer and find the finger grips at the bottom of the forms device. 5. Grasp the finger grips with BOTH hands and pull firmly toward you and then upward until both ends LOCK into place. Finger Gri ps 6. To be sure that you have installed the forms device correctly, look at the following figure and co[...]

Changing the Paper Door The printer must have a different paper door installed to be used with the F3 forms device. If you have ordered the F3 forms device, your shipment includes an F3 forms device paper door. To change paper doors, follow these steps: 1. Open the standard paper door to the position shown. Press the two tabs to release the door an[...]

2. Grasp the lower section of the F3 paper door with both hands. Then align the grooves at the top of the door with the hinge pins on each side of the printer. Be sure that you align the door at the angle shown. Then slowly push the door in place. F3 Paper Door Ta b Slot Hinge Pin The F3 paper door locks in the open position similar to the standard[...]

Preparing to Load Forms To prepare to load forms in the F3 forms device, follow these steps: 1. Install one of the lower forms guides (if not already installed). a. Place the lower forms guide in front of the forms chute so that the tab is under the chute. Ta b Chute b. Align the lower forms guide beside the blue forms guide/forms sensor . Then sli[...]

Loading Forms in the F3 Forms Device To load forms in the F3 forms device, follow these steps: 1. Adjust for the width of the form. Hold a form in front of the upper forms guide and against the left stop . Unlock the blue locking lever and move the right roller assembly so that the pointer lines up with the right edge of the form. Blue Locking Leve[...]

2. Lock the blue locking lever . Blue Locking Lever 3. Center the blue sliding guide between the roller assemblies. Blu e Sli di ng Gui de 4. Close the access cover. Then close the paper door by pulling it out and pushing it down until it latches. Chapter 1. Setting Up the 4230 Printer 1-95[...]

Using the Printer Verification Test for the F3 Forms Device To run the printer verification test, follow these steps: 1. Turn the power On (|), if not already on. 2. Wait until the printer displays 3. Press Stop . The printer displays and then on Models 102, 1I1, and 4I3 you may see or on Models 202, 2I1, and 5I3 you may see While on Models 4I3 and[...]

The printer displays 5. Press Scroll or Scroll until the printer displays 6. Press Enter or Start to begin this test. The printer displays 7. Carefully feed the form under the lower forms guide . Use the left edge of the lower forms guide to help feed the form in straight. Feed the form until the top edge touches both the left and right feed roller[...]

8. Press Load/Eject . As the printer begins to pull in the form, release the form. The Ready indicator comes on, and printing begins. 9. Wait for the printer to stop printing and the Ready indicator to go off. 10. The lines numbered 1 through 9 should print as shown on the sample printout, and the remainder of the printout should be clear and reada[...]

11. Compare your printout with the sample printout. Did the lines print and is the remainder of the printout clear and readable? If YES , go to Step 12. If NO , do the following: a. If any of the following items are not installed correctly, the printer can experience forms jamming, ribbon jamming, or an incorrect printer verification printout: Form[...]

Setup and Checkout Complete You have completed a simple setup and checkout of the printer. IBM recommends that you print your power-on custom set (Custom Set A) factory defaults and save this printout for future reference. You are ready to attach the printer to your computer. Go to Chapter 2, “ Attaching the 4230 Printer to Your Computer ” on p[...]

Adjusting the Print Quality After the printer prints a few lines, press Stop and verify that the print quality is satisfactory. Good print quality includes: Clear, legible print Satisfactory darkness or lightness of output. It is up to you to decide if the print quality is satisfactory. Adjustments you can make that affect print quality include: Fo[...]

Adjusting the Forms Thickness Setting To adjust the lightness or darkness of the print, you must increase or decrease the gap between the print head and the platen rod. This distance is automatically set for you by the Automatic Forms Thickness Adjustment (AFTA), but you can make corrections to the distance if the print output is not as you desire.[...]

4. When you release the key, the printer automatically saves the current value. Note: The ’ s indicates the position of the print head relative to the limits. As long as you press Darker or Lighter , the printer displays an increasing amount of darkness or lightness until one of the limits of the gap is reached. The printer displays either or As [...]

Adjusting the Left Margin You can print a single line of text to help in setting the left margin position using the Left Margin Alignment Test. You can also change the current left margin position using this test. You can set the left margin position from 1 to 66 units (where each | unit is 0.686 mm [0.027 in.]). The factory default setting is 10. [...]

5. Carefully feed the form under the lower forms guide . Use the left edge of the lower forms guide to help feed the form in straight. Feed the form until the top edge touches both the left and right feed rollers . Continue to hold the form. Lower Forms G uide The printer displays 6. Press Load/Eject . The printer then displays where xxx is the cur[...]

The printer also prints a single line of H ’ s. 7. If the H ’ s do not start where you want your left margin, press Scroll or Scroll until the printer displays the desired value for the left margin position. 8. Press Enter . An asterisk ( * ) appears in front of the selected value. The forms advance one line and the row of H ’ s prints again.[...]

Adjusting the Top of Form Position The Micro and Micro keys control fine vertical movement. Each time you press these keys, the printer moves the form in 0.355 mm (0.014 in.) increments. Note: If you use the Micro , Micro , or Line Feed keys to adjust the print position, you may need to reprint the page. To set the top of form position, follow thes[...]

4. When the form is in the correct position, press Set Top of Form . The alarm beeps and the printer displays Note: The limits for the top of form position adjustment from the default position is + 101.6 and − 8.47 mm ( + 4 and − 0.34 in.). 5. Press Load/Eject to eject the form. 6. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 on page 1-107 and decide if the form is lo[...]

Adjusting the Print Alignment You can adjust dot registration and print quality for characters created using bidirectional printing. The bidirectional alignment may need periodic adjustment to maintain print quality. To change the bidirectional alignment, follow these steps: 1. If the printer is ready , press Stop . The printer displays 2. Press Te[...]

5. Carefully feed the form under the lower forms guide . Use the left edge of the lower forms guide to help feed the form in straight. Feed the form until the top edge touches both the left and right feed rollers . Continue to hold the form. Lower Forms G uide The printer displays 6. Press Load/Eject . As the printer begins to pull in the form, rel[...]

The printer displays Bidirectional Adjustment Chapter 1. Setting Up the 4230 Printer 1-111[...]

7. If the default value does not give the best print sample, press Scroll or Scroll until the printer displays the same number of arrows that were printed beside the best print sample line. Press Enter to set this as the new default value. The printer then prints another line to demonstrate the new default (you will need to load another form), and [...]

Unloading Forms To unload forms from the F3 forms device: 1. Press Load/Eject . 2. Open the acoustic cover. 3. Remove the form from the top of the printer. Chapter 1. Setting Up the 4230 Printer 1-113[...]

Removing the Document Insertion Device (F3) Note: If you are removing this forms device to install a different forms device, make sure you change the selected forms device in the Configuration Menu. To remove the F3 forms device, follow these steps: 1. If forms are in the printer, unload them (see “ Unloading Forms ” on page 1-113); then contin[...]

4. Push the bottom of the device toward the rear of the printer until it unlocks. Finger Gri ps 5. Grasp the top of the forms device and lift it out. Plat en Rod To p o f Forms Device Chapter 1. Setting Up the 4230 Printer 1-115[...]

6. If you are removing the F3 forms device to install a different forms device, you must remove the lower forms guide. With a firm grasp, slide the lower forms guide to the right off the blue forms guide/forms sensor . Be sure that the tab clears the bottom of the chute before pulling the lower forms guide away from the printer. Store the lower for[...]

Using the Acoustic Cover The following sections describe how to remove and reinstall the acoustic cover. Removing the Acoustic Cover If you need to remove the acoustic cover for any reason from the paper exit area, follow these steps: 1. Pivot the acoustic cover open until it is vertical. 2. Locate the latch release tabs on both brackets. 3. Depres[...]

2. Grasp the brackets of the acoustic cover and insert them into the slots until they latch securely. Paper Exit Area Latched Posit ion Latched Posit ion Latch Latch Bracket Bracket Rear Vi ew 3. Pivot the acoustic cover until it is closed over the paper exit area. 1-118 User ’ s Guide[...]

Chapter 2. Attaching the 4230 Printer to Your Computer | This chapter provides specific instructions on attaching the printer to | your computer. Models 102 and 1I1 can attach to a computer using | a twinaxial connector. Models 202 and 2I1 can attach to a | computer using a coaxial connector. Model 4I3 can attach to three | computers simultaneously[...]

Models 102, 1I1, and 4I3 Twinaxial Attachment Supported computers include: System/36 Application System/400* (AS/400*) 5294 and 5394 Remote Control Units. Attaching a Twinaxial Signal Cable to the Printer To attach a twinaxial cable (not shipped with the printer), follow these steps: 1. Set the address. If your desired printer address is 0 , go to [...]

To set the printer address, follow these steps: a. Turn the power On (|). All indicators and blocks on the display light, and the alarm beeps. The printer then displays and an error message displays. b. Press Stop . The printer displays c. Press Menu . Then press Scroll or Scroll until the printer displays d. Press Enter . The printer displays DIAG[...]

e. Press Scroll or Scroll until the printer displays the desired address. f. Press Enter to set the address. An asterisk ( * ) appears beside the address. g. Press Start . The printer displays 2. Press Stop to turn off the alarm. 3. CAUTION: Make sure the machine is turned Off (O) before you connect or disconnect the power cord or other cables. If [...]

4. Align the two pins and the key slots in the signal cable with the two holes and the key in the end of the V-connector. For Models 102 and 1I1 : Plug the signal cable into the following connector. For Model 4I3 : Plug the signal cable into the following connector. Chapter 2. Attaching the 4230 Printer to Your Computer 2-5[...]

Notes: a. There is no specified “ input ” or “ output ” end of the connector. You can attach a signal cable to either or both ends of the connector. You can connect another device to the unused end of the connector. b. The V-connectors are “ self-terminating ” and do not require you to set a “ terminator switch ” which might be foun[...]

6. For Model 4I3 : Turn the cable connector clockwise until it locks into place. Chapter 2. Attaching the 4230 Printer to Your Computer 2-7[...]

7. For Models 102 and 1I1 : Align the two pins and the key slots in the V-connector with the two holes and the key in the cable connector on the bezel. Plug in the connector. Turn the connector clockwise until it locks into place. | 8. For Model 4I3 : Insert the cable connector into the printer | connector on the bezel. Make sure the cable connecto[...]

| 9. For Model 4I3 : Place the two cables from the V-connector | through the cable clamp. Make sure the cables lay flat and are | not crossed. Models 4I3 Cable Clamp Chapter 2. Attaching the 4230 Printer to Your Computer 2-9[...]

10. Connect the power cord to the printer and the wall outlet. 11. Turn the power On (|). All indicators and blocks on the display light, and the alarm beeps. The printer then displays and Note: If the printer does not show the correct display sequence, go to the status code section of Appendix B, “ Problem Solving. ” 12. You no longer need to [...]

| Attaching the Cable to Your Computer If you are attaching the printer to an IBM AS/400 and have connected the signal cable to your computer, go to “ Connecting Your Printer to an IBM AS/400 ” on page 2-12 for information about configuring your system. If you are attaching your printer to an IBM System/36, go to “ Connecting Your Printer to [...]

Connecting Your Printer to an IBM AS/400 This section contains instructions for connecting your printer to an IBM AS/400. For additional information, see your AS/400 documentation. 1. Changing your Printer Configuration Your 4230 Printer can be configured either as a 4230 Printer (if your version of OS/400* supports the 4230 Printer), by setting | [...]

2. System Configuration for a 4230 Printer a. Auto Configuration Auto Configuration can be utilized when either locally or remotely attaching to the system. The printer is configured as DEVTYPE (*IPDS), AFP (*NO). Other parameters are automatically assigned by the system. If you need to specify AFP equal to *Yes, the device description should be ma[...]

To manually configure a remote 4230 Printer, use the parameters given in the following table. Refer to the appropriate documentation for the remote control unit that you are using. The printer can be configured to an IBM 5294, 5394, or 5494 Remote Control Unit. Type your choices and press Enter . Parameter Description Parameter Parameter Setting De[...]

Connecting Your Printer to an IBM System/36 This section contains instructions for connecting your printer to an IBM System/36. For additional information not found here, see your System/36 documentation. To connect your printer to a System/36, follow these steps: 1. After your printer is set up: Set the address and language values on your printer [...]

CAUTION: Make sure the machine is turned Off (O) before you connect or disconnect the power cord or other cables. If the machine has cables other than the power cord, you must connect them before you plug the power cord into an outlet. You must first unplug the power cord from the outlet when you remove the other cables. If the cable between the pr[...]

Models 202, 2I1, and 5I3 Coaxial Attachment Supported computers include: 3270 Information Display Systems 43xx Processors ES/9000* and ES/9370* Processors 3174 and 3274 Remote Control Units. Attaching a Coaxial Signal Cable to the Printer CAUTION: Make sure the machine is turned Off (O) before you connect or disconnect the power cord or other cable[...]

To attach a coaxial cable (not shipped with the printer), follow these steps: 1. Attach one end of the signal cable to the cable connector at the rear of the printer. 2. Turn the cable connector clockwise until the cable locks in place. Beze l Models 20 2 and 2I1 Model 5I3 Cable Connector 2-18 User ’ s Guide[...]

3. Connect the power cord to the printer and to the electrical outlet. 4. Turn the power On (|). All indicators and blocks on the display light, and the alarm beeps. The printer then displays and Note: If the printer does not show the correct display sequence, go to the status code section of Appendix B, “ Problem Solving. ” 5. You no longer ne[...]

Models 4I3 and 5I3 (when parallel or serial is the active interface) Supported computers include: IBM Personal Computer IBM Personal System/2* IBM RISC System/6000* IBM AS/400* with ASCII controller IBM 4033 LAN Adapter. Connecting to the Parallel or Serial Interface Parallel or serial cables are not shipped with your printer. If you do not have a [...]

To attach a parallel cable: | 1. Attach the adapter cable (IBM part number 04H5053) by pushing | the cable connector into the printer port. | 2. Push the clips at each end of the connector into the notches on | the adapter cable. | 3. Then attach the parallel interface cable to the end of the adapter | cable. | 4. Push the clips at each end of the [...]

6. Turn the power On (|). All indicators and blocks on the display light, and the alarm beeps. The printer then displays and Note: If the printer does not show the correct display sequence, go to the status code section of Appendix B, “ Problem Solving. ” 7. You no longer need to have access to the rear of the printer. Position the printer so t[...]

Attaching a Serial Cable CAUTION: Make sure the machine is turned Off (O) before you connect or disconnect the power cord or other cables. If the machine has cables other than the power cord, you must connect them before you plug the power cord into an outlet. You must first unplug the power cord from the outlet when you remove the other cables. To[...]

3. Connect the power cord to the printer and to the electrical outlet. 4. Turn the power On (|). All indicators and blocks on the display light, and the alarm beeps. The printer then displays and Note: If the printer does not show the correct display sequence, go to the status code section of Appendix B, “ Problem Solving. ” 5. You no longer ne[...]

Chapter 3. Getting to Know Your Printer This chapter introduces you to your IBM 4230 Printer. It describes the various parts of your printer and shows you their locations. This chapter also includes general information about the different forms devices that are available and instructions about caring for your new printer. Copyright IBM Corp. 1991, [...]

Parts of the Printer The 4230 Printer has the following parts: Pri nt Head Ribb on Power S wit ch Access Cove r Operat or Panel Paper Door Model a nd Serial Numbe r Blue Forms Guide/Forms Sensor (under paper door ) Model Identification Figure 3-1 is an enlargement of a plate on the bottom-front area of the printer. TYPE 4230-XXX Serial Number S/ N [...]

Power Switch The power switch supplies electricity to the printer. It has two positions: On (|) and Off (O). Power S wit ch Notes: 1. When you turn the power On (|), a power-on test runs. For the description of the power-on test, see “ Power-On Test ” on page 3-4. 2. Always wait 10 seconds after turning the power from Off (O) to On (|). 3. Anyt[...]

Power-On Test Whenever you turn the power On (|), a power-on test runs. An error-free power-on test goes through these steps: 1. All indicators light briefly. 2. The alarm beeps. 3. Two rows of boxes fill the display. 4. The printer displays the following messages 5. The print head and ribbon move. You will hear some sounds from these movements. If[...]

display an error. If an error appears, follow the instructions for “ Using the Status Code and Problem Listings ” on page B-2. Acoustic Cover The acoustic cover reduces the noise level of the printer while it is printing. Notes: 1. Do not open or close the access cover by holding only the acoustic cover. Open and close the acoustic cover separa[...]

Forms Guide/Forms Sensor The blue forms guide/forms sensor works in several ways. The way it works depends on the type of forms device installed in the printer. Blue Forms G uide/ Forms Sensor With a Continuous Forms Device (F1) or a Dual Purpose Forms Device (F2) installed, the sensor works as: A forms guide for aligning the left edge of the form.[...]

The Document Insertion Device (F3) has an additional guide called a lower forms guide that fits over the sensor. Lower Forms G uide The lower forms guide works as: A guide for aligning the cut sheet form. The sensor works as: A sensor for detecting the presence of a form and activating the Load/Eject key. Chapter 3. Getting to Know Your Printer 3-7[...]

Automatic Forms Thickness Adjustment (AFTA) The Automatic Forms Thickness Adjustment (AFTA) mechanism performs the following tasks: Automatically measures the forms thickness and adjusts the gap from the print head to the platen rod based on the measured value. Measures the form thickness whenever printing is to occur. When you replace the paper, t[...]

Operator Panel The operator panel includes a 2-line by 40-character display, 6 indicators, 16 keys, and an audible alarm. Figure 3-2, Figure 3-3, Figure 3-4 on page 3-10, and Figure 3-5 on page 3-10 show the operator panels for each model. Load/ Eject Display Address Form Feed Start Set T op of Form Stop Cancel Print Line Feed Hex Print Micr o Micr[...]

Load/ Eject Form Feed Start Set T op of Form Stop Cancel Print Line Feed Hex Print Micr o Micr o Darke r Lighter Quick Menu Te s t Scroll Scroll Enter Retur n Power Ready Processi ng Onl ine Attenti on Unit Ch eck Display Inte rface Figure 3-4. 4230 Printer Model 4I3 Operator Panel PA 1 / Hex Print PA 2 / Display Inte rface Menu Load/ Eject Form Fe[...]

Alarm The printer alarm beeps to let you know of a printer status condition or an error. Pressing Stop turns the alarm off. You can set the alarm to beep at high or low volume or not to beep by following the procedure in “ Using Printer Setup Parameters ” in IBM 4230 Printer Models 102, 1I1, 202, 2I1, 4I3, and 5I3 Operator Panel Instructions . [...]

Power Indicator The Power indicator has two operating conditions: On The printer is receiving power. Off The printer is not receiving power. Ready Indicator The Ready indicator has two operating conditions: On The printer is ready to print. Off The printer is not ready to print. Processing Indicator The Processing indicator has three operating cond[...]

Format/Online Indicator (Model 5I3) The indicator functions as a Format indicator when the coaxial attachment is active (see the below operating conditions for the Format indicator) or as an Online indicator when the parallel or serial attachment is active (see the above operating conditions for the Online indicator). On The Cancel Print , PA1 , an[...]

Unit Check Indicator The Unit Check indicator has two operating conditions: Off The printer has not detected any printer errors. Blinking The printer has detected a printer error. The alarm beeps (if not disabled). If the printer also displays a status code, go to “ Using the Status Code and Problem Listings ” on page B-2. Operator Panel Keys T[...]

Models 202 and 2I1 – PA1 – PA2 Model 5I3 – PA1/Hex Print – PA2/Display Interface For a detailed description of each key, see “ Understanding the Operator Panel ” in IBM 4230 Printer Models 102, 1I1, 202, 2I1, 4I3, and 5I3 Operator Panel Instructions . Chapter 3. Getting to Know Your Printer 3-15[...]

Configuration Parameter Values Parameter values are settings that the printer recognizes to do the following: Format the printed page Set printing and performance options Set character sets for different languages Modify the alarm volume or disable the alarm. The printer can use the parameter values set by the factory, or you can change them. The n[...]

See IBM 4230 Printer Models 102, 1I1, 202, 2I1, 4I3, and 5I3 Operator Panel Instructions for the procedures to check or change each of the parameter values. Operating States Online – The printer is online when power is On (|), the power-on tests complete, and the printer is able to communicate with the computer. For the Models 102, 1I1, and 4I3 ,[...]

The printer displays or a status code and message, and the Ready indicator is Off. See “ Ready Indicator ” on page 3-12 for more information. NOT READY <A> Forms You can use two types of forms (paper) in your printer: Continuous forms (F1 and F2 forms devices) Cut forms (F3 and F4 forms devices). The forms may be blank or preprinted. The [...]

Forms Handling Devices The optional forms handling devices available for your printer are: Continuous Forms Device (F1) Dual Purpose Forms Device (F2) Document Insertion Device (F3) Auto Sheet Feeder (F4). Each forms device is described on the following pages. Continuous Forms Device (F1) T op o f Forms D evice Bott om Metal Bar Clip s F1 T ensione[...]

Dual Purpose Forms Device (F2) Bo ttom Me tal B ar Clip s To p o f F o r m s D e v i c e T ear B ar The Dual Purpose Forms Device (F2) is available for all models. The device has an F2 surrounded by a square in the upper left corner of the device. Use this device when printing work that requires you to separate the continuous forms between transact[...]

Document Insertion Device (F3) F3 F3 Clip s T op of F orms De vice Bottom of Form s Device Finger Grips The Document Insertion Device (F3) is available for all models. The device has an F3 by itself in the upper left corner of the device. Use this device for printing cut forms for correspondence, individual invoice forms, and so on. See “ Install[...]

Auto Sheet Feeder Device (F4) F4 F4 The Auto Sheet Feeder Device (F4) is available for all models of the 4230 Printer. The device has an F4 by itself in the upper left corner of the device. This device is used for automatic feeding and printing of cut forms. It can feed paper from one of three bins or a manual insertion slot. The Auto Sheet Feeder [...]

Ribbons Two ribbon cartridges are available for use in the 4230 Printer: one with a black multiple purpose ink (IBM part 1040580) with an average ribbon life of 15 million DP characters, and one with a black general purpose ink (IBM part 1040440) with an average ribbon life of 6 million DP characters. Call Lexmark** at 1-800-438-2468 to order ribbo[...]

Caring for Your Printer Your printer requires very little care, but the following suggestions are helpful to prevent damage and to keep it clean. Be sure that you use the correct IBM ribbon cartridge (IBM part 1040580 or IBM part 1040440). Do not place liquid containers near the printer. Keep the access cover closed except when replacing the ribbon[...]

Starting a Print Job To start a print job, follow this checklist: 1. Be sure a ribbon cartridge is installed (see “ Installing the Ribbon Cartridge and Guide ” on page 1-6 or Chapter 4, “ Replacing Your Ribbon ” ). 2. Be sure the desired forms device is installed. See “ Installing and Using the Continuous Forms Device (F1) ” on page 1-2[...]

6. Press Start to make the printer ready to print. The printer starts printing as soon as the computer sends the data and the printer finishes processing the data. 7. If necessary, repeat adjustments to improve print quality. Note: You may have to check with the programmer or computer operator if the printed results do not appear the way you expect[...]

Chapter 4. Replacing Your Ribbon This chapter describes how to remove and replace the ribbon cartridge and how to make ribbon adjustments. Warning: Damage to the printer can occur if you do not use IBM ribbons (IBM part 1040580 or 1040440) especially designed for the 4230 Printer. Call Lexmark at 1-800-438-2468 to order ribbons. Ribbon Car tri dge [...]

Removing the Ribbon Cartridge To remove an existing ribbon cartridge, follow these steps: 1. If the power is Off (O), go to Step 3. 2. If the power is On (|), press Stop . The printer displays 3. Open the access cover. Access Cove r NOT READY <A> 4-2 User ’ s Guide[...]

4. Slide the print head to the center of the printer. 5. Push the ribbon guide toward the back of the printer and lift the ribbon guide up. Note: You may find it easier to remove the ribbon guide by lifting the right side of the guide first and then pulling up the left side of the guide. Ribbon Guide Chapter 4. Replacing Your Ribbon 4-3[...]

6. Pull the ribbon cartridge up until it snaps free. Remove the ribbon cartridge from the printer. Note: You may find it easier to remove the ribbon cartridge by lifting the right side of the cartridge first and then pulling up the left side of the cartridge. 4-4 User ’ s Guide[...]

Installing the Ribbon Cartridge To install a new ribbon cartridge, follow these steps: 1. Get a new ribbon cartridge and remove it from the package. 2. Remove the yellow clip from the ribbon. 3. Turn the blue ribbon advance knob clockwise to take up slack in the ribbon. If the ribbon does not move, contact your place of purchase and replace the rib[...]

4. Align the blue slotted opening on the bottom of the ribbon cartridge with the metal post. You may have to turn the blue ribbon advance knob to align the slots. Lower the ribbon cartridge onto the metal post. Be sure that the plastic tab on the bottom of the ribbon cartridge aligns with the hole in the printer casting. Blue Slot ted Opening Met a[...]

6. Align the holes in the ribbon guide with the ribbon guide posts on the print head carrier. Press the guide all the way down on the ribbon guide posts until the tops of the posts are even with the top of the ribbon guide. Ribbon Guide Ribb on Guid e Posts Chapter 4. Replacing Your Ribbon 4-7[...]

7. To be sure that you have installed the ribbon cartridge correctly, check that: a. The left side of the ribbon cartridge is securely snapped onto the printer. The right side fits over the ribbon drive post but does not latch down. b. There are no twists or folds in the ribbon. c. The ribbon is not catching on the print head. d. The ribbon moves w[...]

8. If necessary, load or reload forms (see the appropriate section in Chapter 1, “ Setting Up the 4230 Printer, ” depending on your forms device). 9. Be sure that the power is On (|). 10. If there is data in the printer to be printed: a. Leave the access cover open. b. Press Start . c. Observe the printer as it prints. Note: If your printing re[...]

4-10 User ’ s Guide[...]

Chapter 5. Using the Operator Print Tests This chapter describes the print tests you can perform to: Demonstrate printing capabilities Adjust printer operations Check the printer configuration Check printer operation. Any of these tests can be performed at anytime. However, all tests should be performed when there is no print data buffered in the p[...]

When a test is not running, pressing Return or Cancel Print tells the printer to exit test mode and perform a partial reset. If you press Return , the printer goes to online not ready ; if you press Cancel Print , the printer goes to online ready . Pressing Enter or Start begins a test. Some of the tests print and then exit back to the Operator Pri[...]

Printer Demonstration You can print samples of all the available print qualities, representative charts, bar codes, and bit image graphics, by using the Printer Demonstration test. This test can also be used to verify parts of the printer mechanism. Note: The 4230 Printer can perform this test without being connected to a computer. To begin the pri[...]

Top of Form Alignment You can print a single line of text to help in setting the top of form position using the Top of Form Alignment test. The test prints a row of H ’ s, and lets you adjust the top of form position and to print another row of H ’ s until the top of form position is set where you want it. To adjust top of form position, follow[...]

The printer then displays 4. If the H ’ s do not print where you want your top of form position, you can adjust the setting with the following keys: Line Feed Advance form 4.23 mm (0.17 in.) Micro Advance form 0.35 mm (0.0139 in.) Micro Move form backward 0.35 mm (0.0139 in.). 5. After you have made an adjustment, press Enter to print the H ’ s[...]

Left Margin Alignment You can print a single line of text to help in setting the left margin position using the Left Margin Alignment Test. You can also change the current left margin position using this test. You can set the left margin position from 1 to 66 units (where each | unit is 0.686 mm [0.027 in.]). The factory default setting is 10. The [...]

The printer also prints a single line of H ’ s. 4. If the H ’ s do not start where you want your left margin, press Scroll or Scroll until the printer displays the desired value for the left margin position. For each change in value, the left margin is changed 0.686 mm (0.027 in.). 5. Press Enter . An asterisk ( * ) appears in front of the sele[...]

7. Press Cancel Print to exit the test and make the printer ready . Press Stop to exit the test and return to the Test Menu (see “ General Test Instructions ” on page 5-1). Note: If you want the new left margin position saved when you turn off the printer, you must save it in a Custom Set. See “ Storing Configuration Parameters ” in IBM 423[...]

Printer Configuration You can print the current values for each parameter. Each parameter is shown with its corresponding value printed to the right. The category and parameter names are printed in the current Display Language used on the operator panel. The current custom set is noted at the top right column of the configuration printout. If you n[...]

5. Press Cancel Print to make the printer ready or Return to make the printer not ready (see “ General Test Instructions ” on page 5-1). | Figure 5-1. Sample Printer Configuration Printout (Models 102 and 1I1) 5-10 User ’ s Guide[...]

| Figure 5-2. Sample Printer Configuration Printout (Model 4I3) Chapter 5. Tests 5-11[...]

| Figure 5-3. Sample Printer Configuration Printout (Models 202 and 2I1) 5-12 User ’ s Guide[...]

| Figure 5-4. Sample Printer Configuration Printout (Model 5I3) Chapter 5. Tests 5-13[...]

| Figure 5-5. Sample Printer Configuration Printout — Parallel Attached | (Models 4I3 and 5I3 when parallel is the active interface) 5-14 User ’ s Guide[...]

| Figure 5-6. Sample Printer Configuration Printout — Serial Attached | (Models 4I3 and 5I3 when serial is the active interface) Chapter 5. Tests 5-15[...]

Printer Verification You can test general print quality and the wires in the print head by using the Printer Verification test. This test prints nine horizontal lines using each wire on the print head. After these nine lines have printed, several lines of data processing (DP) characters are printed followed by several lines of near letter quality ([...]

The printout should look similar to: Chapter 5. Tests 5-17[...]

4. Compare your printout with the sample printout. Did the lines print and is the remainder of the printout clear and readable? If YES , go to Step 5. If NO , do the following: a. If any of the following items are not installed correctly, the printer can experience forms jamming, ribbon jamming, or an incorrect print verification printout: Forms de[...]

Bidirectional Adjustment You can adjust dot registration and print quality for characters created using bidirectional printing. The bidirectional alignment may need periodic adjustment to maintain print quality. To change the bidirectional alignment, follow these steps: 1. Enter the Operator Print Tests (see “ General Test Instructions ” on pag[...]

The sample printout appears as follows: 5-20 User ’ s Guide[...]

4. If the default value does not give the best print sample, press Scroll or Scroll until the printer displays the same number of arrows that were printed beside the best print sample line. Press Enter to set this as the new default value. The printer then prints another line to demonstrate the new default value, and the test is complete. or Press [...]

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Appendix A. Training Guideline This appendix is a guideline for operator training. Those more familiar with the IBM 4230 Printer operations can use this guideline to help teach a new operator about the printer. Copyright IBM Corp. 1991, 1994 A-1[...]

Introduction All operators should know the following: Locations of printer parts The use and functions of the operator panel keys Forms loading and unloading Ribbon changing Problem solving Model number and attachment type identification. In addition, some operators might be responsible for the following tasks: Forms device installation and checkou[...]

Guideline for Training To introduce a new operator to the printer, use the following steps as a guideline. Change the steps, as needed, to suit your working environment and the operator ’ s level of responsibility. 1. Show the operator this guide and discuss the contents of Chapter 1, “ Setting Up the 4230 Printer. ” 2. Show the operator IBM [...]

6. Show the operator how to load forms with emphasis on: Continuous Forms Device (F1): a. Location and function of the blue tractor locking lever and adjustment for width of form b. Forms tensioner location and location of forms tension knob and adjustment c. Platen rod location and use as a reference d. Top of form and left margin alignment e. For[...]

Document Insertion Device (F3): a. Location and function of feed rollers b. Location and function of right roller assembly locking lever c. Location and function of lower forms guide d. Location of upper forms guide and function (including use of white writing surface) e. Location and function of left stop on the upper forms guide f. Loading a form[...]

9. Show the operator how to adjust the forms thickness setting to adjust print quality. Emphasize obtaining a smudge-free top copy and legibility on back copies for multiple-part forms and smudge-free legibility single-part forms. 10. Show the operator how to run Operator Print Tests, and describe when and how to use them. See Chapter 5, “ Using [...]

Customer Responsibility Discuss the importance of the operator knowing what is and what is not customer responsibility . The customer is responsible for maintaining, removing, installing, and ordering the following: Ribbon cartridges Paper. Also, the customer is responsible for following the instructions in the problem solving sections of Appendix [...]

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Appendix B. Problem Solving When the printer displays a status code, you need to know what action to take to recover from the displayed condition. This chapter lists the status codes and recovery actions and gives a list of problems, probable causes, and recovery actions for problems that do not display a status code. Copyright IBM Corp. 1991, 1994[...]

Using the Status Code and Problem Listings When a problem with the printer occurs, the printer displays a status code and message. The message on the display identifies the problem and gives a recommended action. Status Code and Message Displays : Find the code listed in numeric order on the following pages and perform the steps to fix the problem.[...]

Status Codes Continuous Forms Device (F1) and Dual Purpose Forms Device (F2) : 1. Press Stop . 2. Load forms. 3. Be sure that the forms are loaded correctly and that they are under the blue forms guide/forms sensor . 4. Be sure that nothing blocks the blue forms guide/forms sensor . 5. Reset the top of form position. 6. Press Start . Document Inser[...]

Continuous Forms Device (F1) and Dual Purpose Forms Device (F2): 1. Press Stop . 2. Be sure that the forms device is correctly installed. 3. Clear the jam. 4. Be sure that nothing blocks the blue forms guide/forms sensor . 5. Reset the top of form position. (See Chapter 1, “ Setting Up the 4230 Printer. ” ) 6. Press Start . 7. Verify the printe[...]

The operator panel setting for the forms device does not match the device installed. Be sure that the forms device setting is correct (see Chapter 1, “ Setting Up the 4230 Printer ” ). Document Insertion Device (F3): This is not an error condition. Press Load/Eject to position the form to the top of form position and enable printing. 1. Press S[...]

Notify the computer operator to check the data stream and then: 1. Press Stop . 2. Reset the top of form position. 3. Press Start . 4. Resubmit the print job. 1. Press Start . 2. Resubmit the print job if a duplicate printout occurs. Note: The application program determines if the job is to be continued, reprinted, or canceled. The operator panel f[...]

3. See IBM 4230 Printer Models 102, 1I1, 202, 2I1, 4I3, and 5I3 Operator Panel Instructions for more information. Auto Sheet Feeder (F4): 1. Press Stop (only if the message indicates to press Stop ). 2. Place paper in the manual bin. 3. Press Start or Enter as specified. Auto Sheet Feeder (F4): 1. Press Stop . 2. If there is paper in the bin, remov[...]

Dual Purpose Forms Device (F2) and Document Insertion Device (F3): 1. Press Stop . 2. Remove the paper from the printer. 3. Place paper in the load position. 4. Press Load/Eject to load paper. 5. Press Start . Note: If this error occurs during the power-on test: 1. Turn the power Off (O). 2. Remove the paper. 3. Wait for 10 seconds and turn the pow[...]

Continuous Forms Device (F1) and Dual Purpose Forms Device (F2): The computer has requested a cut form. The forms device installed does not handle cut forms. 1. Press Stop . 2. Install either the F3 or F4 forms device and set that device through the Configuration Menu (see Chapter 1, “ Setting Up the 4230 Printer ” for the appropriate procedure[...]

This status code is automatically reset by the computer and should only appear briefly on the display. If the printer continues to display the message, follow these steps: CAUTION: Make sure the machine is turned Off (O) before you connect or disconnect the power cord or other cables. If the machine has cables other than the power cord, you must co[...]

Paper Pr esent Sensor To clean this sensor: 1. Turn the power Off (O). 2. Remove the ribbon. 3. Hold the sensor in place by pushing it down with a finger. 4. Clean the front surface, opposite the wires and closest to the paper, with a cotton swab or a piece of cloth. 5. Replace the ribbon. 6. Turn the power On (|). If this does not correct the fals[...]

This status code is automatically reset by the computer and should only appear briefly on the display. If the printer continues to display the message, follow these steps: CAUTION: Make sure the machine is turned Off (O) before you connect or disconnect the power cord or other cables. If the machine has cables other than the power cord, you must co[...]

1. Turn the power Off (O). 2. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the power On (|). 3. If the printer displays this status code again, or if the printer displays call for service. 1. Press Stop . 2. Press Cancel Print . 3. Check that the serial configuration parameters are set correctly. 4. Press Start . 5. If the status code occurs again, call for service.[...]

1. Press Stop . 2. Press Cancel Print . 3. Check that the serial configuration parameters are set correctly. 4. Press Start . 5. If the status code occurs again, call for service. This is an informational message. The printer displays this message after you press Hex Print . Press Start . All data will print in hexadecimal code until you press Stop[...]

1. Check the control unit for ready and proper connection. 2. Try another coaxial cable. CAUTION: Make sure the machine is turned Off (O) before you connect or disconnect the power cord or other cables. If the machine has cables other than the power cord, you must connect them before you plug the power cord into an outlet. You must first unplug the[...]

Auto Sheet Feeder (F4): 1. Press Stop . 2. Place paper in the manual bin. 3. Press Load . 4. Press Start . Continuous Forms Device (F1) and Dual Purpose Forms Device (F2) : 1. Press Stop . 2. Load forms. 3. Be sure that the forms are loaded correctly and that they are under the blue forms guide/forms sensor . 4. Be sure that nothing blocks the blue[...]

and 5I3 Product and Programming Description for information on the maximum page length setting). 5. Verify the printed output; if data loss is suspected, follow local operating procedures. Auto Sheet Feeder (F4): 1. Press Stop . 2. If there is paper in the bin, remove it from the bin and “ fluff ” it. Then, place paper back in the bin. If there[...]

Continuous Forms Device (F1) and Dual Purpose Forms Device (F2): The computer has requested a cut form. The forms device installed does not handle cut forms. 1. Press Stop . 2. Install either the F3 or F4 forms device and set that device through the Configuration Menu (see Chapter 1, “ Setting Up the 4230 Printer ” for the appropriate procedure[...]

1. Press Stop . The left margin automatically resets to 20 units. See Chapter 1, “ Setting Up the 4230 Printer. ” 2. Press Start . 1. Turn the power Off (O). 2. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the power On (|). 3. If the printer displays the message again, call for service. 35 MARGIN ERROR TIMEOUT ADJUST MARGIN OR LINE LENGTH 42 MACHINE CHECK SEE US[...]

1. Press Stop . 2. Be sure that the print head movement is not blocked. 3. Press Start to resume printing. 4. If the printer displays any of these status codes again: a. Turn the power Off (O). b. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the power On (|). c. Run the Printer Verification Test (see “ Printer Verification ” on page 5-16). d. If the printer disp[...]

This is an informational message. The printer displays this message after you press Cancel Print . Press Start to cancel the current print job or press Cancel Print again (before pressing Start ) to return the printer to ready . (The print job will not be canceled.) This is an informational message. The printer displays this message after the Buffe[...]

1. Press Stop . 2. See your computer operator for the appropriate action and instructions on which key to press on your printer ( PA1 or PA2 ). 1. Turn the power Off (O). 2. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the power On (|). 3. If the printer displays this status code again, call for service. 1. Turn the power Off (O). 2. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the p[...]

1. Press Stop . 2. Press Start . There has been a probable loss of data. To recover: 1. Press Cancel Print . 2. Press Start . 3. Resubmit your print job. 1. Turn the power Off (O). 2. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the power On (|). 3. If the power-on test is successful, resubmit the print job. 4. If the printer displays this status code again, call fo[...]

1. Turn the power Off (O). 2. Remove the ribbon cartridge. 3. Turn the blue ribbon advance knob to be sure that the ribbon is advancing correctly. 4. If the ribbon does not advance correctly, replace the ribbon cartridge. 5. If the ribbon cartridge advances correctly: a. Turn the power On (|) without the ribbon cartridge. b. If the printer displays[...]

This is an informational message. The printer displays this message after you press Load/Eject to eject the forms when F2 Eject Mode is set to Delayed Eject . See “ Selecting Performance Parameters ” in IBM 4230 Printer Models 102, 1I1, 202, 2I1, 4I3, and 5I3 Operator Panel Instructions . The printer displays after the forms are ejected. This m[...]

The OCR-A and OCR-B print languages have fixed CPI and Print Quality settings. For these print languages, the CPI must be set to 10 CPI and the Print Quality must be set to NLQ. While the Configuration Menu allows scrolling through the various selections, this message is displayed if either the CPI or Print Quality is changed when the print languag[...]

This message is displayed when a HOST timeout occurs while a Dual Purpose (F2) forms device is in use and the paper has been ejected. 1. Turn the power Off (O). 2. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the power On (|). 3. If the printer displays this status code again, call for service. 1. Install a new ribbon. 2. Turn the power Off (O). 3. Wait 10 seconds, [...]

The printer displays this message only while Darker or Lighter is held down. These key functions are valid only after the printer is ready and the automatic forms thickness adjustment (AFTA) measurement has been made. It is best to use these keys only when the printer is printing. 1. Turn the power Off (O). 2. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the power O[...]

1. Turn the power Off (O). 2. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the power On (|). 3. If the printer displays this status code again, call for service. 7C PRINTER BOARD FAILURE SEE USER'S GUIDE 7C1 PRINTER BOARD FAILURE SEE USER'S GUIDE 7D PRINTER BOARD FAILURE SEE USER'S GUIDE 7D1 PRINTER BOARD FAILURE SEE USER'S GUIDE 7E PRINTER BOARD[...]

1. Turn the power Off (O). 2. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the power On (|). 3. If the printer displays this status code again, call for service. | Press Start to set the factory defaults. If you have Models 4I3 and | 5I3 , press Start again. The printer should follow the normal power-on sequence. You then need to reconfigure the printer and save the[...]

FE3 PRINTER BOARD FAILURE SEE USER'S GUIDE FE4 PRINTER BOARD FAILURE SEE USER'S GUIDE FE5 PRINTER BOARD FAILURE SEE USER'S GUIDE FE6 PRINTER BOARD FAILURE SEE USER'S GUIDE FE7 PRINTER BOARD FAILURE SEE USER'S GUIDE FF8 PRINTER BOARD FAILURE SEE USER'S GUIDE FF9 PRINTER BOARD FAILURE SEE USER'S GUIDE FFA EXTENDED M[...]

| For Models 102, 1I1, 202, and 2I1 only: | For Models 4I3 and 5I3 only: 1. Turn the power Off (O). 2. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the power On (|). 3. If the printer displays this status code again, call for service. | FFB EXTENDED MEMORY FAILURE | + SEE USER'S GUIDE | FFB NO ATTACHMENT CARD | SEE USER'S GUIDE FFD PRINTER BOARD FAILURE SE[...]

These status messages are correct display sequences during power-on, but they should not remain on. If they remain on more than 30 seconds: 1. Turn the power Off (O). 2. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the power On (|). 3. If the printer displays the same message for more than 30 seconds, call for service. You have selected a print language or display l[...]

Problem List Index Table B-1. Forms Problems Problem Page Forms do not advance or overprint occurs B-38 Forms buckle, wrinkle, jam, or tear B-39 Forms do not feed into printer B-40 Forms do not stack B-41 Erratic or intermittent forms movement B-42 Table B-2. Print Quality/Ribbon Problems Problem Page Incomplete characters print B-44 Missing dots B[...]

Table B-3. Miscellaneous Problems Problem Page Wrong language set B-47 First print character in wrong place B-47 Overprinting B-38 Characters off registration B-38, B-44, B-43 Printing off forms B-42 Forms Device Inspection If you have form feeding problems and the printer does not display a status code, do the following procedure before calling fo[...]

3. Locate the gears on the forms device and turn them while checking for noticeable binds. For the F1 and F2 forms devices, check that the tractor pins move when you turn the gear. For the F2, F3, and F4 forms devices, be sure that the feed rolls also move when you turn the gear. If manually turning the gears or rollers does not fix the problem, go[...]

Left Roll er Assembly R ight R oller Assembly Fe ed Ro lls Ro ller A ssem blie s Docum ent I nsertion Device ( F3) Gear s Auto S heet Feeder (F4) Figure B-2. F3 and F4 Forms Devices Appendix B. Problems B-37[...]

Problem List Warning: When using a Continuous Forms (F1) Device, never pull or unload forms in the downward direction, or you may damage the device. Always unload forms from the top of the printer. Causes are listed for each problem in order of priority. Problem: Forms do not advance or overprint occurs 1: The forms device is defective. Solution: I[...]

Problem: Forms buckle, twist, jam, or paper holes tear 1: The right tractor is adjusted incorrectly. Solution: Move the right tractor to obtain the correct form width. The tractor pins should be in the center of the paper holes. See Chapter 1, “ Setting Up the 4230 Printer ” for help on adjusting the tractor tension. 2: The forms device is inst[...]

9: The forms are defective. Solution: Try unloading the forms and then reloading forms (see the forms loading procedures in Chapter 1, “ Setting Up the 4230 Printer ” ). Forms should meet the requirements specified in Appendix C, “ Forms Information. ” 10: The forms device is defective. Solution: See the “ Forms Device Inspection ” on p[...]

Problem: Forms do not feed past print head 1: The Automatic Forms Thickness Adjustment (AFTA) setting needs to be changed. Solution: See the procedure for adjusting the forms thickness setting through the operator panel (based on your forms device) in Chapter 1, “ Setting Up the 4230 Printer. ” 2: The forms device is not properly installed. Sol[...]

Solution: The forms may be outside nominal specifications. See Appendix C, “ Forms Information. ” 4: The forms contain excessive moisture. Solution: Store the forms in a cool, dry place before using them or leave in the printer for 24 hours. Note: Forms stack best when the forms are 203.2 to 304.8 mm (8 to 12 in.) long. If the forms length is o[...]

Problem: Characters are off registration 1: The first print position is adjusted incorrectly. Solution: Check your settings for the left margin and the top of form position. See Chapter 1, “ Setting Up the 4230 Printer ” for information on adjusting these settings. If none of the previous problems apply to your forms problem, or if the solution[...]

Print Quality and Ribbon Problems Problem: Unreadable characters 1: The ribbon is dry or worn. Solution: Check the ribbon and replace it if it is dry or worn. 2: The Automatic Forms Thickness Adjustment (AFTA) setting needs to be changed. Solution: See the procedure for adjusting the forms thickness setting through the operator panel (based on your[...]

Problem: Ribbon smudging forms 1: The Automatic Forms Thickness Adjustment (AFTA) setting needs to be changed. Solution: See the procedure for adjusting the forms thickness setting through the operator panel (based on your forms device) in Chapter 1, “ Setting Up the 4230 Printer. ” 2: The ribbon cartridge is defective. Solution: Replace the ri[...]

Problem: Wavy print lines 1: Continuous Forms Device (F1) only: the forms tension setting is incorrect. Solution: Check the tension setting. See Chapter 1, “ Setting Up the 4230 Printer ” for more information. 2: The Automatic Forms Thickness Adjustment (AFTA) setting needs to be changed. Solution: See the procedure for adjusting the forms thic[...]

Problem: Ribbon not moving 1: The ribbon cartridge is not properly installed. Solution: Remove and then reinstall the same ribbon. See Chapter 4, “ Replacing Your Ribbon. ” If the ribbon still does not move, replace the ribbon. Problem: Ribbon moves continuously 1: The ribbon drive circuit is failing. Solution: Call for service. Miscellaneous P[...]

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Appendix C. Forms Information The following chapter describes the forms specifications, quality, and restrictions needed for use with the 4230 Printer. Forms Specifications The 4230 Printer operates with continuous forms and cut sheet forms. If your printer is equipped with either the F1 or F2 form feed device, you can use continuous forms. If your[...]

Continuous Forms — F1 or F2 Dimensions Forms Maximum Minimum Width 381 mm (15 in.) 76.2 mm (3 in.) Length 355.6 mm (14 in.) 76.2 mm (3 in.) Thickness The thickness of all forms should be a minimum of 0.08 mm (0.003 in.) and a maximum of 0.64 mm (0.025 in.). Acceptable print quality will be provided on up to four-part forms. Up to six-part forms c[...]

Cut Sheet Forms — F3 Dimensions Forms Maximum Minimum Width 381 mm (15 in.) 76.2 mm (3 in.) Length 355.6 mm (14 in.) 177.8 mm (7 in.) Thickness The thickness of all forms should be a minimum of 0.08 mm (0.003 in.) and a maximum of 0.25 mm (0.010 in.). Acceptable print quality will be provided when using single-part forms. If you use forms having [...]

Cut Sheet Forms — F4 All paper used in the Auto Sheet Feeder should be new and without packaging damage. The papers defined below are considered acceptable for use in the F4 device. Any others should be operationally tested before regular use. Dimensions The paper sizes shown in the following table include both single-part and multiple-part cut s[...]

Weight The basis weight for the paper should be 60 to 100 g/m (16 to 27 lb). Composition Plain bond paper of one of the following compositions should be acceptable for regular use: No. 1 sulphite (100% chemical wood pulp) 25% to 100% cotton content Performance Considerations For optimum performance: Use 75 to 80 g/m (20 to 24 lb), 25% or 50% cotton[...]

Additional Forms Restrictions For best results when printing, the following forms restrictions apply: Fastening recommendations: – Form plies must not be fastened with any staples and must be fastened securely enough to prevent partial forms separation. – For the F3 forms device, multiple-part forms must be glued only at the top edge and fasten[...]

For the F3 forms device: – You should design forms so that no printing takes place within 12.7 mm (0.5 in.) of either the left edge or the right edge of the form. This makes certain that the feed rollers do not press on fresh print and cause smearing. – Do not use forms with holes. For the F4 forms device: – Do not mix or interleave paper of [...]

Positioning Forms When you design the forms layout for your 4230 Printer, keep the | physical dimensions and forms quality in mind. See Figure C-1 on | page C-10, Figure C-2 on page C-11, Figure C-3 on page C-12, | and Figure C-4 on page C-13 and the following information to obtain best results when printing. A Form Width Maximum: 381 mm (15 in.) f[...]

D Last Print Position For continuous forms: The minimum distance between the center of the right margin holes and the end of the last print position used should be 6.4 mm (0.25 in.). For cut forms: The minimum distance between the right edge of the form and the end of the last print position used should be 6.4 mm (0.25 in.). Appendix C. Forms Infor[...]

Pos. 1 A C D Perforat ion B 132 Positi ons at 10 CPI 158 Positi ons at 12 CPI 198 Positi ons at 15 CPI 220 Posit ions at 16.7 CPI | Figure C-1. Form Design Considerations - Continuous Forms (Models 102, | 1I1, 202, and 2I1) C-10 User ’ s Guide[...]

Pos. 1 A C D Perforat ion Not e: B 136 Positi ons at 10 CPI 163 Positi ons at 12 CPI 204 Positi ons at 15 C PI 227 Posit ions at 16.7 CPI 233 Positi ons at 17.1 CPI (See Note) 272 Positi ons at 20 CPI (See Note) Only avai labl e when paral lel or serial is the act ive i nter face. | Figure C-2. Form Design Considerations - Continuous Forms (Models [...]

A C D Pos. 1 B 132 Positi ons at 10 CPI 158 Positi ons at 12 CPI 198 Positi ons at 15 CPI 220 Posit ions at 16.7 CPI | Figure C-3. Form Design Considerations - Cut Forms (Models 102, 1I1, | 202, and 2I1) C-12 User ’ s Guide[...]

A C D Pos. 1 B Not e: 136 Positi ons at 10 CPI 163 Positi ons at 12 CPI 204 Positi ons at 15 C PI 227 Posit ions at 16.7 CPI 233 Posit ions at 17 .1 CPI (See Note ) 272 Posit ions at 2 0 CPI (See Note) Only available when parallel or serial is the active interface. | Figure C-4. Form Design Considerations - Cut Forms (Models 4I3 and 5I3) Appendix C[...]

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Appendix D. Declaration of IBM Product Noise Emission Values The following tables show the noise emission values for the 4230 Printer. Notes: 1. LWAd is the declared sound power emission level for a production series of machines. 2. <LpA>m is the mean value of the space-averaged sound pressure emission levels at the one-meter positions for a [...]

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| Appendix E. Cabling Information | Serial Attachment (Models 4I3 and 5I3) | The 4230 attaches to a host or controller by one of two serial | interfaces, RS-232C or RS-422A. A single 25-pin D connector | mounted directly on the adapter card allows attachment to either | interface. | The RS-232C interface uses a standard serial cable up to 15.2 m (5[...]

| Recommended Attachment Cables for PCs and Compatible | Serial Ports | Interface | Type | Cable | Part Number | Feature | Number | Bulk Cable | Part Number | IBM Standard | Length | RS-232C | 8509386 | 9386 | 60X8685 | 6.1 m (20 ft) | RS-422A | 70X8652 | 8652 | 4716743 | 15.2 m (50 ft) | Recommended Attachment Cables for AS/400 Workstation | Contr[...]

| Cable Configurations | Cable configurations depend on the computer or devices and | machines in the controlling system. | The following diagrams show some of the possible configurations for | the RS-232C and RS-422A connection. | RS-232C | Local Simplex — DTR Pacing, No Status Reporting (7) (2) CTS (5) or D SR (6) (7) (3) (20) (4) (6) SG RXD DT[...]

| Local Duplex — DTR or XON/XOFF Pacing, Status Reporting (7) (2) (7) (3) (20) (6) (3) (2) (5) (4) (5) (4) (20) (6) SG RXD DTR DSR SG TXD RTS CTS TXD RXD CTS RTS DTR DSR Computer Printer | Note: This configuration is compatible with cable IBM part 8509386. | Local Duplex — XON/XOFF Pacing, Status Reporting (7) (2) (7) (3) (20) (6) (3) (2) (20) [...]

| Local Duplex — XON/XOFF Pacing, Status Reporting (7) (2) (7) (3) (20) (6) (3) (2) (20) (6) SG RXD DTR SG TXD RTS CTS TXD RXD CTS RTS DSR (4) DTR (5) (5) (4) DSR Computer Printer | RS-422A (19) (25) (15) (17) +R XD +TXD - - RXD TXD RXD RXD TXD TXD - + - + Computer Printer Appendix E. Cabling Information E-5[...]

| IBM Parallel Attachment (Models 4I3 and 5I3) | The 4230 supports the IBM Parallel Printer Interface. A single 36-pin | connector is mounted on the adapter card. | The PC-parallel interface attaches to the host with a standard PC | Parallel Printer cable (IBM part 1525612) up to 1.8 m (6 ft) in length. | IBM Parallel Connector Pin Assignments | Pi[...]

Glossary This glossary defines important 4230 Printer abbreviations and terms. It includes information from the IBM Dictionary of Computing , SC20-1699. It also includes terms and definitions from: The American National Dictionary for Information Processing Systems , copyright 1982 by the Computer and Business Equipment Manufacturers Association (C[...]

See also Refers to related terms that have similar (but not synonymous) meanings. A access cover . Provides access to the top of the printer for cleaning, changing ribbon cartridges, and loading or changing forms devices. acoustic cover . A cover bonded with a material that reduces operating noise from a machine. audible alarm . An alarm that is ac[...]

characters per inch (CPI) . The number of alphanumeric characters that fit into one inch of printed text. coaxial cable . A cable that consists of one conductor, usually a small copper tube or wire, within and insulated from another conductor of larger diameter, usually copper tubing or copper braid. command . A request from a terminal for the perf[...]

form, detecting the last form feed past it, and detecting paper jams. forms tension knob . Blue knob used to adjust the setting on the forms tension lever on the F1 forms device. forms tension lever . Used to control the tension on paper loaded in the F1 forms device. Settings range from * (no tension) to 6 (maximum tension). F1 . See Continuous Fo[...]

not ready . A state where you have pressed Stop or an error or operator intervention condition is occurring. The printer can be not ready and online or offline. See also offline and online . Contrast with ready . O offline . Pertaining to equipment or devices not under control of a control unit or host processor. Contrast with online . online . (1)[...]

and in comparisons with jobs printed earlier. print speed . The number of characters printed per unit of time. problem determination . The process of identifying the source of a problem; for example, a program component, a machine failure, telecommunication facilities, user or contractor-installed programs or equipment, an environment failure such [...]

tractor pins . Used to move continuous forms up or down. twinaxial cable . A cable that is made of two twisted wires in a shield, similar to two coaxial conductors in one shield. Contrast with coaxial cable . V V-Connector . Used to connect the 4230 Printer to the host computer. Named for its V-shape. Glossary X-7[...]

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Index A access cover 3-5 acoustic cover description 3-5 reinstalling 1-117 removing 1-117 adjustments print quality 1-38 tractor tension 1-39, 1-71 alarm 3-11, 3-16 alignment, F1 See Continuous Forms Device (F1), adjustments alignment, F2 See Dual Purpose Forms Device (F2), adjustments alignment, F3 See Document Insertion Device (F3), adjustments a[...]

D damaged forms 3-18 data loss cancel function 3-26 switching power off 3-3 diagram 1-12, 3-9 display 3-11 Document Insertion Device (F3) adjustments forms thickness 1-102 left margin position 1-104 print alignment 1-109 top of form position 1-107 check out installation 1-90 installing 1-88 introduction 3-21 loading forms 1-94 prepare to load forms[...]

forms device (continued) F2 (Dual Purpose Forms Device) (continued) print verification test 1-66 F3 (Document Insertion Device) check out installation 1-90 install the 1-88 load forms 1-94 prepare to load F3 forms 1-93 print verification test 1-98 inspection B-35 prepare for installation 1-14 forms guide, location and function 3-6 forms handling de[...]

loading forms (continued) F2 (Dual Purpose Forms Device) (continued) prepare to load 1-59 F3 (Document Insertion Device) load forms 1-94 prepare to load 1-93 locations access cover 3-5 diagram 3-2 operator panel 1-12, 3-9 platen rod 3-8 power switch 3-3 lower forms guide 3-7 M maintenance, printer 3-24 maximum page length (MPL) 3-16 maximum print p[...]

print job canceling 3-26 starting 3-25 stopping 3-25 print language 3-16 print mode 3-16 print quality adjustments F1 (Continuous Forms Device) 1-38 F2 (Dual Purpose Forms Device) 1-70 F3 (Document Insertion Device) 1-101 print tests bidirectional adjustment 5-19 left margin alignment 5-6 print verification 5-16 printer configuration 5-9 printer de[...]

problem list (no status code displayed) (continued) forms problems (continued) do not feed into printer B-41 do not stack B-41 erratic or intermittent forms movement B-42 miscellaneous problems characters off registration B-43 first print character in wrong place B-47 overprinting B-38 printing off forms B-42 wrong language set B-47 print quality/r[...]

S serial cable, attaching a 2-23 serial number 3-2 settings, printer 3-16 setup, printer check out ribbon cartridge installation 1-9 F1 (Continuous Forms Device) check out F1 forms device installation 1-23 install the 1-21 load forms in the F1 forms device 1-26 prepare to load F1 forms 1-24 print verification test for the F1 forms device 1-33 F2 (D[...]

unloading forms (continued) F2 (Dual Purpose Forms Device) 1-84 F3 (Document Insertion Device) 1-113 unloading forms, warning B-38 using your printer xix V V-connector 2-4 X-16 User ’ s Guide[...]

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