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DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’ s Guide Order Number EK–D2100–OP–001 Digital Equipment Corporation Maynard, Massachusetts[...]

First Printing, June 1990 The information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by Digital Equipment Corporation. Digital Equipment Corporation assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document. Any software described in this document is furnished under a license and[...]

FCC NOTICE: This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly , that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer ’s instructions, may cause interference to radio and television reception. It has been type tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device in accordance with t[...]

Contents Preface xi Chapter 1 Printer Components 1.1 Functions of the Printer Components .................. 1 – 1 1.2 Required Operating Space ........................... 1 – 8 Chapter 2 Operating Information 2.1 Powering the Printer On ............................ 2 – 1 2.2 Powering the Printer Off ............................ 2 – 3 2.3 Op[...]

2.16 Resetting the Printer . .............................. 2–50 Chapter 3 The Control Panel 3.1 Using the Keypad in Keypad Mode .................... 3 – 4 3.1.1 Entering Keypad Mode ........................... 3 – 4 3.2 Using the Keypad in Menu Mode ...................... 3 – 6 Chapter 4 Printer Configuration 4.1 Entering Menu Mode . ....[...]

4.5.6.2 Baud Rate (baud) .............................. 4–29 4.5.6.3 RS232C Data Format (rsmode) ................... 4–29 4.5.6.4 Data T erminal Ready (dtr) . ...................... 4–29 4.5.6.5 Buffer Control (xon/xoff) . . . ...................... 4–29 4.5.6.6 End of T ext/Acknowledge (etx/ack) ................. 4–30 Chapter 5 Print Med[...]

Chapter 7 Maintenance 7.1 Cleaning the Printer . .............................. 7 – 1 7.1.1 Cleaning the Internal Surfaces ..................... 7 – 2 7.1.2 Cleaning the Primary Corona W ire .................. 7 – 7 7.1.3 Cleaning the T ransfer Corona W ires and Discharging Pins 7–13 7.2 Extending EP-S Cartridge Life . .....................[...]

Appendix D LN03 Compatibility D.1 General Differences . . .............................. D – 1 D.2 Printable Area Compatibility . . . ...................... D – 2 D.3 Protocol Compatibility .............................. D – 2 Glossary Index Figures 1 CDRH Label ...................................... xvii 1–1 Components: Front/Right-Side V [...]

C–3 Serial Connections W ithout Modem .................... C – 6 C–4 Parallel Pin Assignment ............................ C – 9 C–5 Parallel Connections . .............................. C – 9 T ables 1–1 Printer Components: Front/Right-Side V iew ............. 1 – 3 1–2 Printer Components: Rear/Left-Side V iew . . ............. 1 [...]

5–4 T ransparency Specifications .......................... 5 – 8 6–1 Printer Status Messages ............................ 6 – 2 6–2 Operator Call Messages ............................. 6 – 3 6–3 Software Error Messages ............................ 6 – 4 6–4 Service Call Messages .............................. 6 – 7 6–5 Commo[...]

Preface The DEClaser 2100 printer uses electrophotographic laser technology to print text and graphics at speeds up to 8 pages/minute with a density of 300 x 300 dots/inch. The printer consists of an engine (print mechanism) and a controller (formatter) that are driven from host-based software to provide shared printer access from the Digital netwo[...]

Document Structure This guide focuses mainly on the operational aspects of the DEClaser 2100 and explains how to use and maintain the printer hardware. For printer installation instructions, refer to the DEClaser 2100 Printer Installation Guide in this binder . This guide describes the printer components and their functions, such as loading paper ,[...]

• Appendix A, DEClaser Printer Quick Reference Guide, lists the DEClaser escape sequences used to program the printer . It is intended as a reference for the experienced programmer . • Appendix B, Accessories and Supplies, describes the accessories and supplies available for the DEClaser 2100 printer and explains how to order them. • Appendix[...]

• Digital ANSI-Compliant Printing Protocol Level 3 Programming Supplement (AA–PBWHA–TE) Contains device specific information for programmers who create applications for Digital’ s ANSI-compliant level 3 devices. It is also for programmers who write applications with ANSI output that requires conversion to the PostScript page description la[...]

Conventions Used in This Guide The following terms and conventions are used in this guide: Convention Meaning NOTE Notes provide important additional information. CAUTION Cautions provide information required to prevent damage to equipment. W ARNING W arnings provide information to prevent personal injury . Dash (—) A statement preceded by a dash[...]

Convention Meaning Bold Items from the scrolling menus appear as they do on the display (uppercase, lowercase, or initial capital letters) with the menu item shown in bold type. For example: 1. Press Menu to enter Menu Mode. — The menu display reads F ONT/FEED LA YOUT . Safety Information The DEClaser 2100 printer complies with all United States [...]

Laser Safety The DEClaser 2100 printer complies with 21 CFR Chapter 1, Subchapter J, as a Class 1 laser product under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard according to the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968. The printer does not emit hazardous light since the laser beam is totally e[...]

Chapter 1 Printer Components This chapter describes the components of the DEClaser 2100 printer and their functions. This chapter also provides information about the operating space required to perform day-to-day printing operations. 1.1 Functions of the Printer Components Figure 1–1, Figure 1–2, and Figure 1–3 show the printer components. T [...]

Figure 1–1: Components: Front/Right-Side View MLO-004826 1–2 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

T able 1–1: Printer Components: Front/Right-Side View Component Function 1. T op Output T ray Printed sheets are automatically collated and stacked (face-down) here. 2. T op Cover Release Button Pressing this button unlocks the top cover so it can be opened. The top cover is opened to perform certain printer funtions such as adding a new EP-S 1 c[...]

Figure 1–2: Components: Rear/Left-Side View MLO-004827 1–4 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

T able 1–2: Printer Components: Rear/Left-Side View Component Function 1. Power Switch Powers the printer on or off. Pressing ‘‘ | ’’ turns power on; pressing ‘‘O’’ turns power off. T o ensure that data is not lost, always be sure the display reads 00 READY and the Data indicator is off, before you power off the printer . See Sect[...]

Figure 1–3: Components: Inside the Printer MLO-004828 1–6 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

T able 1–3: Printer Components: Internal View Component Function 1. Print Density Dial Has a range of 1–9 to adjust the print density . Selecting the lower numbers results in heavier or darker print density . For most printing applications the dial can be set to 7. See Section 2.10 for additional information about setting the print density . 2.[...]

T able 1–3 (Cont.): Printer Components: Internal View Component Function 6. T ransfer Corona Assembly Contains a corona wire that places a negative charge on the paper as it passes over the wire. This negative charge attracts the (positively charged) toner from the photo-sensitive drum in the EP-S cartridge to the paper . Keep the transfer corona[...]

Figure 1–4: Operating Space: T op View MLO-004346 Figure 1–5: Operating Space: Side View MLO-004844 Printer Components 1–9[...]

Chapter 2 Operating Information This chapter provides the operating information necessary to perform day- to-day printer operations. It covers typical tasks such as adding paper , selecting an output tray , or powering the printer on and off. This chapter also covers manual feed operation for all print media. 2.1 Powering the Printer On Power the p[...]

Y ou should observe the following when you power on the printer: — All control panel indicators light for a moment. — The Ready indicator flashes and the display reads 02 W ARMING UP (assuming that the printer has cooled below operating temperature before it is powered on). — The Online and Ready indicators remain on and the display reads 00[...]

2.2 Powering the Printer Off Power the printer off using the following procedure. 1. Be sure the printer is not printing and that the Data indicator is not on. CAUTION: Do not power the printer off while it is printing. Powering the printer off during printing causes paper jams and loss of data. Powering the printer off while the Data indicator is [...]

2.3 Opening the T op Cover Open the top cover using the following procedure. 1. Press the release button forward and then down. — The top cover releases and opens slightly . Fig 2-3, MLO-004830 2–4 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

2. Lift the top cover open to the halfway position (about 30°) or to the upright position (about 90°). Fig 2-4, MLO-004831 The halfway position is intended for: • Replacing the EP-S cartridge • Adjusting the print density dial The upright position is intended for: • Replacing the fixing roller cleaner • Replacing the ozone filter • Cl[...]

2.4 Closing the T op Cover Close the top cover using the following procedure. 1. Gently lower the cover and push down on the hand grip until the cover latches securely in place. Fig 2-5, MLO-004366 2–6 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

2.5 Selecting the Output T ray T o select the paper output tray , you position the rear output tray to the open or closed position. NOTE: Y ou cannot select the output paper tray through a command from the host computer; opening or closing the rear output tray is the only way to select the output tray . Fig 2-6, MLO-004832 Printed paper is stacked [...]

2.5.1 Selecting the T op Output T ray (Facedown Print) If the rear output tray is not open, the printer sends printed paper facedown to the top paper tray . If the rear output tray is open, use the following procedure to select the top output tray . 1. Fold in the extension tray . Fig 2-7, MLO-004833 2. Close the rear output tray . Fig 2-8, MLO-004[...]

2.5.2 Selecting the Rear Output T ray (Faceup Print) Use the following procedure to select the rear output tray . 1. Open the rear output tray . Fig 2-9, MLO-004835 2. Fold out the extension tray . Fig 2-10 MLO-004836 Operating Information 2–9[...]

2.6 Loading Paper The printer comes standard with either an A4-size (210 mm x 297 mm) or letter-size (8 ½" x 1 1") paper cassette, depending on the country it is shipped to. Optional paper cassettes are available that can accommodate the following print media: • Legal-size paper (8 ½" x 14") • Executive-size paper (7 ¼&qu[...]

2.6.1 Adding Paper to the Cassette Add paper to the cassette using the following procedure. 1. Check to see that the printer is not printing and that the display reads 00 READY (or 1 1 P APER OUT) before removing the paper cassette. CAUTION: Do not remove the paper cassette while the printer is printing. Removing the paper cassette during printing [...]

3. Remove the cassette cover by lifting it off. Fig 2-12, MLO-004838 4. Insert paper into the left side of the cassette first, being sure it is inserted below the paper guide and maximum height guard. T o prevent paper jams, do not load too much paper into the cassette. Leave a small amount of space between the paper and the maximum height guard. [...]

5. Replace the cover on the cassette. Fig 2-14, MLO-004840 6. Insert the paper cassette into the printer . — The Alarm indicator shuts off. — The display reads 00 READY . Fig 2-15, MLO-004370 Operating Information 2–13[...]

2.7 Feeding Media Manually The paper feed guide on the cover of the cassette enables you to manually feed paper , labels, transparencies, and envelopes into the printer . The paper feed guide also allows you to print on odd-size paper that cannot be used in the cassette. Duplex (two-sided) printing is also possible through manual feed operation (se[...]

8 ½" x 14" sheet of paper in portrait mode using manual feed. T able 2–1 describes each escape sequence in the example. <ESC>[7I <ESC>[99;2;2500;4200 { <ESC>[8J <ESC>[99!v T able 2–1: Legal-Size Coding Example Escape Sequence Name of Command Description <ESC>[7I SSU (Size Select Unit) Units can be pixels[...]

NOTE: Y ou can use the rear output tray or the top output tray when manually feeding paper. Y ou must use the rear output tray when feeding labels or transparencies to prevent excessive curl. 1. Open the rear output tray . Fig 2-16, MLO-004835 2. Fold out the extension tray . Fig 2-17, MLO-004836 2–16 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

3. Press On Line to place the printer off line. — The On Line indicator shuts off. 4. Press Manual Feed (once or twice) until the display reads FEEDER = Manual. — After about three seconds the display will read 00 READY . — The manual feed mode selection is now stored in operating memory . 5. Press On Line to place the printer back on line. ?[...]

8. Insert a single sheet of paper , labels, or a transparency into the printer until it stops. — The paper is automatically fed into the printer . — The printed paper is sent to the preselected output paper tray . NOTE: It is advisable to remove transparencies from the rear output tray as each one is printed. This prevents them from sticking to[...]

10. Press On Line to place the printer off line. — The On Line indicator shuts off. 1 1. Press Manual Feed twice until the display reads FEEDER = Cass. — After about three seconds the display will read 00 READY . — The cassette feed mode selection is now stored in operating memory . 12. Press On Line to place the printer back on line. — The[...]

14. Close the rear output tray . Fig 2-21, MLO-004834 2–20 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

2.8 Using Duplex Printing The manual feed functionality of the DEClaser 2100 printer allows you to do duplex (two-sided) printing. Since the paper must pass through the printer twice to perform two-sided printing, consider these additional cautions when making duplex prints. • Do not use transparencies, labels, or envelopes when making duplex pri[...]

1. Open the rear output tray . Fig 2-23, MLO-004835 2. Fold out the extension tray . Fig 2-24, MLO-004833 2–22 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

3. Press On Line to place the printer off line. — The On Line indicator shuts off. 4. Press Manual Feed (once or twice) until the display reads FEEDER = Manual. — After about three seconds the display will read 00 READY . — The manual feed mode selection is now stored in operating memory . 5. Press On Line to place the printer back on line. ?[...]

7. Adjust the manual feed guides to accept the width of the paper . Fig 2-25, MLO-004841 8. Insert a single sheet of paper into the printer until it stops. — The paper is automatically fed into the printer . — The printed paper is sent to the rear output paper tray . Fig 2-26, MLO-004842 2–24 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

9. T ake the printed paper from the rear output tray and insert it into the printer printed side down when PF FEED xxx is displayed. Fig 2-27, MLO-004845 10. Continue feeding paper until the Data indicator light shuts off and the display reads 00 READY . If you want to continue duplex printing, go to step 6 after the display reads 00 READY . If you[...]

14. Fold in the extension tray . Fig 2-28, MLO-004833 15. Close the rear output tray . Fig 2-29, MLO-004834 2–26 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

2.9 Feeding Envelopes Manually Envelopes have the same setup requirements as all other media that is fed manually (see Section 2.7). Since you need to print addresses in a particular area on envelopes, you must give the printer the proper print coordinates to print the addresses. Normally the setup requirements for printing envelopes are defined b[...]

1. Open the rear output tray . Fig 2-30, MLO-004835 2. Fold out the extension tray . Fig 2-31, MLO-004836 2–28 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

3. Press On Line to place the printer off line. — The On Line indicator shuts off. 4. Press Manual Feed (once or twice) until the display reads FEEDER = Manual. — After about three seconds the display will read 00 READY . — The manual feed mode selection is now stored in operating memory . 5. Press On Line to place the printer back on line. ?[...]

7. Adjust the manual feed guides to accept the width of the envelope. Fig 2-32, MLO-004846 8. Insert a single envelope into the printer until it stops. — The envelope is automatically fed into the printer . — The printed envelope is sent to the rear output tray . Fig 2-33, MLO-004847 2–30 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

9. W ait until PF FEED xxx is displayed and insert another envelope. 10. Continue feeding envelopes until the Data indicator light shuts off and the display reads 00 READY . If you want to continue to manually feed envelopes after the display reads 00 READY , go to step 6. If you have finished feeding envelopes, go to step 1 1. NOTE: If the backgr[...]

14. Fold in the extension tray . Fig 2-34, MLO-004833 15. Close the rear output tray . Fig 2-35, MLO-004834 2–32 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

2.10 Adjusting the Print Density Print density is the term used to describe the relative thickness of the line used to print characters. The thickness of a line is known as the line weight. The print density adjustment controls the amount of toner applied to the paper to make the line weight thinner or thicker . Y ou can significantly extend the l[...]

2. Lift the top cover open to the halfway position. Fig 2-37, MLO-004848 3. Rotate the print density adjustment dial so that the desired density number is opposite the index triangle. Numbers on the dial are displayed in increments of 2. Number 1 is the darkest setting; number 9 is the lightest setting. Although the printer is shipped with the dial[...]

4. Close the top cover by gently lowering the cover and pushing down on the hand grip until the cover latches securely in place. Fig 2-39, MLO-004366 Operating Information 2–35[...]

2.1 1 Printing the Engine T est Print The Engine T est Print (Figure 2–1) is used to check the printer ’ s paper feed mechanism for proper operation, and to check toner dispersion and line weight. The area between the lines on the Engine T est Print should be free of excess toner or smudges, and the lines should print cleanly across the entire [...]

Figure 2–1: Engine T est Print Fig 2-40, MLO-004525 Operating Information 2–37[...]

1. Check to be sure the printer has stopped printing and the message display reads 00 READY . 2. Press the test button on the right side of the printer with a ballpoint pen. — The printer enters the offline state. — The Alarm indicator lights while the page is printing. — The display reads 15 ENGINE TEST while the page is printing. — The p[...]

2.12 Printing T est Print A T est Print A (Figure 2–2) lists the current printer settings along with information such as total page count and the amount of free memory available. Operating Information 2–39[...]

Figure 2–2: T est Print A Fig 2-42, MLO-004851 2–40 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

When T est Print A can be printed, it is a nearly certain indication that the printer is functioning properly . Y ou can print T est Print A to see what the current printer settings are before making changes in Menu Mode (see Chapter 4). T able 2–2 describes the items on T est Print A, and T able 2–3 decribes how to print the test print. T able[...]

Use the following procedure to print a copy of T est Print A. T able 2–3: Printing T est Print A Operation Display Reads 1. Press On Line to place the printer off line. — The On Line indicator shuts off. 00 READY 2. Press T est/Font once. — T est Print A prints. 05 TEST PRINT A 00 READY 3. Press On Line to place the printer back on line. — [...]

2.13 Printing T est Print B T est Print B (Figure 2–3) contains sample printouts of the character sets that can be examined for print quality . Operating Information 2–43[...]

Figure 2–3: T est Print B Fig 2-43, MLO-004852 2–44 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

T est Print B is printed continuously (until instructed to stop) so it can also be used to test paper feed, paper delivery , and other mechanical functions of the printer . Use the procedure in T able 2–4 to print a copy of T est Print B. T able 2–4: Printing T est Print B Operation Display Reads 1. Press On Line to place the printer off line. [...]

2.14 Printing the Font List Figure 2–4 shows the Font List, which contains a listing of all the available character sets in the printer , along with a sample of the available fonts. 2–46 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

Figure 2–4: Font List Fig 2-44, MLO-004853 Operating Information 2–47[...]

The Font List includes internal fonts, cartridge fonts, and fonts that have been downline loaded into memory . Y ou can select fonts only by using commands from the host computer; you cannot select them from the control panel. For information about selecting fonts, refer to the Digital ANSI-Compliant Printing Protocol Level 3 Programming Reference [...]

2.15 Using Control Representation Mode The Control Representation Mode is used to print out unprocessed data or commands sent from the host computer . This procedure is sometimes referred to as ‘‘dumping.’ ’ The printing of unprocessed data (in the form of characters and symbols) is convenient for debugging programs. If a specified charact[...]

2.16 Resetting the Printer There are two methods of resetting the printer: • Y ou can perform a hard reset by powering the printer off and then back on. • Y ou can perform a soft reset by pressing Reset . The primary reasons for a soft reset of the printer are to exit Control Representation Mode, and to clear data in the page buffer . Use the p[...]

Chapter 3 The Control Panel The control panel consists of a liquid crystal display (LCD), indicator lights, and a keypad. The keypad allows you to perform certain printer functions such as printing test pages or configuring the printer menus. This chapter explains the features and uses of the control panel. The layout of the control panel is shown[...]

T able 3–1: Control Panel Functions Item Function Keypad Some keys on the keypad perform a dual function depending on whether the printer is in Keypad Mode or Menu Mode. In Keypad Mode, the keys perform the primary function labeled on the key such as T est/Font or Manual Feed. When the printer is in Menu Mode, the keys perform the secondary funct[...]

T able 3–1 (Cont.): Control Panel Functions Item Function Data indicator (green) Indicates the status of the data sent to the printer . On: Data is being printed or is still in the print buffer . If the indicator is on and the printer is not printing it means the last page needs to be printed. Press Form Feed to print the last page. Off: All data[...]

3.1 Using the Keypad in Keypad Mode Some keys on the keypad perform a dual function, depending on whether the printer is in Keypad Mode or Menu Mode. In Keypad Mode, the keys perform the primary function labeled on the key , such as T est/Font or Manual Feed. NOTE: W ith the exception of On Line , all keys operate only when the printer is off line.[...]

T able 3–2 (Cont.): Keypad Functions: Keypad Mode Key Function Form Feed Form Feed works in conjunction with the Data indicator . If the Data indicator is on after a file stops printing, it means there is still data in the print buffer . Pressing Form Feed prints the remaining pages in the print buffer . When you press Form Feed , the indicator [...]

T able 3–2 (Cont.): Keypad Functions: Keypad Mode Key Function Reset Pressing Reset performs a soft reset by clearing the data in the print buffer and returning the printer to the ready state. The printer operates with the settings currently stored in RAM, which are loaded into operating memory when a reset is performed. Y ou can also use Reset t[...]

Chapter 4 Printer Configuration This chapter describes how to configure the printer by selecting operating parameters that can be stored in the printer ’ s memory . These operating parameters are known as features and values. By selecting the correct operating parameters, you ensure that the printer can communicate properly with the host comput[...]

Y ou can access some menu features by using commands from the host computer; you can select others only from the control panel. This chapter describes how to select features using the control panel. For information about selecting features using commands from the host computer , see the Digital ANSI-Compliant Printing Protocol Level 3 Programming R[...]

4.1.1 Using the Keypad in Menu Mode T able 4–2 describes the function of the Menu Mode keys. After reading the description of the Menu Mode keys, you may want to try using the keys to better understand their funtionality . See Section 4.4.1 for an example that uses the Menu Mode keys to configure the printer . T able 4–2: Keypad Functions: Men[...]

4.2 Reading the Display in Menu Mode Printer status and operator call messages are shown on the display in uppercase lettering, preceded by a numerical code. Examples of such messages are 00 READY or 1 1 P APER OUT . Menu Mode messages are displayed differently to distinguish differences between the menu selections, feature selections, and value se[...]

Figure 4–2: Menu Display LOAD< -ROM FONT/FEED LAYOUT COPY/OVERLAY .. LOAD< -ROM FONT/FEED LAYOUT COPY/OVERLAY Press to scroll to the left Press to scroll to the right 16 Characters MLO-004919 . This manual shows items from the scrolling menus and features as they are displayed (uppercase, lowercase, or initial capitals) with the selected it[...]

4.2.2 Displaying Menu V alues Menu values are scrolled to the right and left using and and are displayed with the associated feature, for example: i/f RS232C When you scroll through the values, the currently selected value is always displayed first and is denoted by an equal sign (=) between the feature and value, for example: i/f = RS232C 4.3 Pri[...]

4.3.1 Operating Memory The printer operates using the currently selected values contained in operating memory . When the printer is powered on, it loads the values stored in NVRAM into operating memory . When you select new values (through escape sequences or from the control panel), they are placed in operating memory and become part of the printe[...]

4.3.2 ROM (Read-Only Memory) Read-only memory contains default values that are set at the factory . They are called default values because they are stored in ROM and cannot be changed. Y ou can load these default values into operating memory while in Menu Mode using the procedure shown in T able 4–3. NOTE: Default values loaded from ROM are tempo[...]

4.3.3 NVRAM (Nonvolatile Random-Access Memory) The printer can communicate with many systems using the factory default settings in ROM, but you may have to change values to accommodate your particular application or host computer . NVRAM allows those changes to be saved in a nonvolatile memory so that they are available each time you power on the p[...]

4.3.4 RAM (Random-Access Memory) Random-access memory is a temporary memory area that stores selected values until the printer is powered off. It is useful to store features in RAM when you need to change settings for specific print jobs. T o save values in RAM while in Menu Mode, use the procedure in T able 4–5. T able 4–5: Saving V alues in [...]

Figure 4–4: Operational Flow Chart Place the Printer Off Line Enter Menu Mode Select the Menu Select the Feature Change the Value Settings Save Settings in Memory Place the Printer Back On Line Save No Yes MLO-004946 . Printer Configuration 4–1 1[...]

4.4.1 Sample Procedure for Changing and Saving V alues This section contains an example of how to change and save values in Menu Mode. Use the steps in T able 4–6 to perform the following tasks: • Enter Menu Mode • Change page offset values of X and Y in the LA YOUT menu from to • Save the new values in NVRAM • Exit Menu Mode Before Y ou [...]

T able 4–6 (Cont.): Changing and Saving V alues Operation Display Reads 6. Press until the value equals -10.0. NOTE: The value decreases in steps of 0.5. offsetX - 1 0.0 7. Press Enter to enter the new value. offsetX =- 10.0 (momentarily) offsetX offsetY 8. Press once to scroll the display to the offsetY feature. offsetY autoNL o 9. Press Enter t[...]

T able 4–6 (Cont.): Changing and Saving V alues Operation Display Reads 15. Press On Line to exit Menu Mode. — The On Line indicator lights. 00 READY V erification T o verify that the offset distances have been changed, print a copy of T est Print A and compare it with the copy made before the changes. V erify the changes by comparing the new [...]

Figure 4–5: TEST PRINT A V erification MLO-004857 Printer Configuration 4–15[...]

4.5 Menu Descriptions This section describes the printer menus, features, and values. See T able 4–7 for a complete listing of all menus and parameters. T able 4–7: Menu Mode Features and V alues Menu Features V alues FEEDER feeder Cass. 1 Manual LA YOUT offsetX 2 -10.0 . . . +0.0 1 . . . +10.0 offsetY 2 -10.0 . . . +0.0 1 . . . +10.0 autoNL ON[...]

T able 4–7 (Cont.): Menu Mode Features and V alues Menu Features V alues paint Partial 1 Full Dual paper Letter 1 A4 INTERF ACE i/f 2 RS232C 1 CENTRO baud 3 300 600 1200 2400 4800 1 9600 19200 rsmode 3 8S 1 8SS 7OS 7ES 7OSS 7ESS 8OS 8ES dtr 3 Fix-H 1 Ready-H xon/xoff 3 ON 1 OFF etx/ack 3 OFF 1 ON 1 Factory default setting. 2 Cannot be selected us[...]

4.5.1 FEEDER Menu The FEEDER menu determines whether paper is fed manually or automatically from the cassette. Y ou can also select the paper feed selection using the Manual Feed key on the control panel. See T able 3–2 for more information about using the Manual Feed key . For more information about manual feed operation, see Section 2.7. T able[...]

4.5.2 LA YOUT Menu The features of the LA YOUT menu shown in T able 4–9 allow you to make adjustments to the print position (the distances from the edges of the paper where printing begins), and to set the new line so that print wraps when it reaches the right margin. T able 4–9: LA YOUT Menu Features and V alues Feature V alues Description off[...]

4.5.2.1 Offset Position (offsetX, offsetY) The offset feature of the LA YOUT menu allows you to make fine adjustments to the printing coordinates. Since the DEClaser 2100 printer is a page printer , it is not possible to adjust the print position by manually shifting the position of the page. Do not use offset to move normal data to different posi[...]

Figure 4–7 shows sample printouts of T est Print B that use different offset values. Figure 4–7: Offset Printout Samples MLO-004858 Printer Configuration 4–21[...]

4.5.2.2 Automatic New Line (autoNL) The autoNL feature determines whether or not the printer wraps to the next line when it reaches the right margin. 4.5.3 COPY Menu The COPY menu (T able 4–10) determines the number of copies to be printed. Y ou can save this setting only in RAM. T able 4–10: COPY Menu Features and V alues Feature V alues Descr[...]

4.5.5 INITIAL Menu The INITIAL menu (T able 4–12) combines the macro, paint, and paper size features. Y ou can save settings from this menu only in NVRAM. T able 4–12: INITIAL Menu Features and V alues Feature V alues Description macro 000 1 –099 Assigns the user preference set and device identification answer (see Section 4.5.5.1). paint Pa[...]

4.5.5.1 Macro The macro feature allows you to select an environment for local compatibility . It specifies the return response (device identification) when a Device Attributes (DA) request is received, and assigns the proper User Preference character set. The macro feature is slightly different from other menu features because two parameters (dev[...]

The second parameter of the macro feature allows you to choose the User Preference character set appropriate for your application or system. Consult the Digital ANSI-Compliant Printing Protocol Level 3 Programming Reference Manual for more information about the user preference sets. T able 4–14 lists the User Preference character sets and their v[...]

4.5.5.2 Examples Using the Macro Feature The examples in T able 4–15 demonstrate how to determine the macro value. T able 4–15: Macro Feature Examples Character Set and V alue Device ID and V alue Macro V alue T otal JIS Katakana (2) Level 3 (00) 02 DEC T echnical (6) Level 3 (00) 06 DEC Supplemental (0) LN03 (10) 10 4.5.5.3 Paint Mode (paint) [...]

4.5.6 INTERF ACE Menu The correct interface connection is necessary to allow the printer to communicate properly with the host computer . The DEClaser 2100 printer supports both parallel and serial interface connections. The interface must match the type used by the host computer . Y ou cannot make selections from the INTERF ACE menu using commands[...]

T able 4–16 (Cont.): INTERF ACE Menu Features and V alues Feature V alues Description 8OS 8 data bits Odd parity check 1 stop bit 7ESS 7 data bits Even parity check 2 stop bits 7OSS 7 data bits Odd parity check 2 stop bits 7ES 7 data bits Even parity check 1 stop bit 7OS 7 data bits Odd parity check 1 stop bit 8SS 8 data bits No parity check 2 st[...]

to the serial interface and are not displayed when you select the parallel interface. When you select the serial interface, you must also select certain other values in the INTERF ACE menu in order to match the features of the host computer . The additional features are described next. 4.5.6.2 Baud Rate (baud) The baud rate (baud) feature sets the [...]

4.5.6.6 End of T ext/Acknowledge (etx/ack) The end of text/acknowledge (etx/ack) feature is used with another type of handshaking protocol on some systems to prevent data overflow . The etx/ack feature also uses software to regulate the flow of data to the input buffer by exchanging signals with the host computer . It is recommended that this fea[...]

Chapter 5 Print Media This chapter describes the print media that are appropriate for use with the DEClaser 2100 printer . The types of print media described in this chapter are paper , labels, transparencies, and envelopes. The DEClaser 2100 printer produces excellent print quality using electrophotographic laser technology . The laser printing pr[...]

5.1 Paper Specifications This section contains information on the sizes and specifications of plain paper that can be used with the DEClaser 2100 printer . T able 5–1 lists the paper sizes that can be used with the standard and optional size cassettes for the printer . T able 5–1: Cassette Feed Paper Sizes Paper Size Dimensions A4 210 mm x 29[...]

T able 5–2: Paper Specifications Catagory Specification Paper weight: cassette feed 60 g/ 2 to 80 g/ 2 basis weight (16 lb. to 21 lb.) Paper weight: manual feed 60 g/ 2 to 135 g/ 2 basis weight (16 lb. to 35 lb.) Thickness 0.075 mm to 0.1 15 mm Moisture content 5% to 8% Smoothness 100–300 Sheffield Brightness 84% minimum recommended Heat tol[...]

5.2 Envelope Specifications Envelopes must meet the same specifications as paper (see T able 5–2). In addition, the following types of envelopes cannot be used with the printer: • Envelopes with sealing flaps that are open Fig 5-1, MLO-004859 5–4 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

• Envelopes with sealing flaps at the leading and trailing edges Fig 5-2, MLO-004860 • Envelopes with three or more layers of paper at the leading and trailing edges Fig 5-3, MLO-004861 Print Media 5–5[...]

• Envelopes that have transparent windows Fig 5-4, MLO-004862 • Envelopes that have clasps, snaps, or strings Fig 5-5, MLO-004863 5–6 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

5.2.1 Special Considerations When Printing on Envelopes Observe the following requirements when printing on envelopes: • Feed envelopes manually (if you are not using the special envelope cassette). • Envelopes can be printed only on the front side. • Since you need to print addresses in a particular area on envelopes, you must give the print[...]

5.3 T ransparency Specifications T able 5–3 and T able 5–4 contain information on the sizes and specifications of transparencies that can be used with the DEClaser 2100 printer . T able 5–3: T ransparency Sizes T ransparency Size Dimensions A4 210 mm x 297 mm Letter 8 ½" x 1 1" T able 5–4: T ransparency Specifications Category[...]

5.4 Label Specifications A label consists of a face sheet, an adhesive sheet, and a carrier sheet. The face sheet (or printing surface) is usually composed of photocopying paper and should meet the same specifications for paper as described in T able 5–2. The carrier sheet and adhesive used for the labels must also be able to meet the heat tole[...]

5.4.1 Special Considerations When Printing on Labels Observe the following requirements when printing on labels: • Labels are usually fed manually . If you are feeding labels from a cassette, be sure they are high-quality labels that meet the specifications listed in T able 5–2. • Be sure that the carrier sheet is not exposed. • Be sure th[...]

5.5.2 Paper Storage Observe the following requirements when storing paper: • Always store unused paper in its original wrapping. The wrapping protects the paper against humidity . • Do not store paper directly on the floor , as floors are generally humid. • Lay paper on a flat surface to prevent in-ream paper curl. Print Media 5–1 1[...]

Chapter 6 T roubleshooting This chapter helps you to quickly locate most problems that may occur with the printer . It discusses the following topics: • Error skip procedure • Printer status messages • Operator call messages • Software error messages • Service call messages • Common operating problems • Paper jams Most problems are id[...]

Use the following procedure to acknowledge the error condition and continue printing: 1. Press Error Skip . — The Alarm indicator shuts off. — The error condition clears. — The display reads 00 READY . 2. Press On Line . — The On Line indicator lights. — Printing continues. Some communication or formatting errors may repeat when the print[...]

6.3 Operator Call Messages Operator call messages appear if a problem with the printer requires operator intervention, such as adding paper or closing the printer cover . Y ou should check the online/offline status of the printer after correcting a problem; you may have to place the printer back on line by pressing On Line . T able 6–2 lists the[...]

T able 6–2 (Cont.): Operator Call Messages Message Meaning Corrective Action PF FEED LETTER Feed letter-size paper . Manually feed letter-size paper into the printer . PF FEED LEGAL Feed legal-size paper . Manually feed legal-size paper into the printer . PF FEED EXEC Feed executive-size paper . Manually feed executive-size paper into the printer[...]

T able 6–3 (Cont.): Software Error Messages Message Meaning Corrective Action 22 LINE ERROR The receiving buffer is overflowing with data. Enable a handshaking protocol to regulate data flow (see Section 4.5.6.4, Section 4.5.6.5, and Section 4.5.6.6). Ensure that the host, the printer , and any other devices that are connected (such as print se[...]

T able 6–3 (Cont.): Software Error Messages Message Meaning Corrective Action FE FONT REMOV AL A font cartridge has been removed from the printer . Power off the printer and install the font cartridge before powering the printer back on. If you do not want to use the font cartridge, power off the printer and wait at least two seconds, then power [...]

6.5 Service Call Messages Service call messages indicate that the printer requires servicing by a qualified Digital Customer Services engineer . Service messages are preceded by the numbers 50 through 99. T able 6–4: Service Call Messages Message Meaning Corrective Action XX SER VICE (where XX equals a number from 50–99) Service is required to[...]

T able 6–5: Common Operating Problems Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action NO POWER The printer does not power up when you set the power switch to the ON position. The power source is defective. Make sure the power cord is plugged into the wall outlet. Check that there is power at the wall outlet by plugging in a lamp to see if it lights. If [...]

T able 6–5 (Cont.): Common Operating Problems Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action POOR PRINTING Large amounts of vertical fade and/or white streaks are on the page. T oner is not being dispersed evenly . Remove the EP-S cartridge from the printer and gently rotate it several times to redistribute toner . Replace the EP-S cartridge (Sec- tion[...]

T able 6–5 (Cont.): Common Operating Problems Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action POOR PRINTING The cleaning mechanism in the EP-S cartridge is not working properly . Replace the EP-S cartridge (Section 7.3). The overall print quality is poor . The print medium is not the recommended type. See Chapter 5 for print media specifications. MISCE[...]

6.7 Paper Jams The following occurs when there is a paper jam in the printer: • The printer stops printing and goes off line. • The error message 13 P APER JAM is displayed on the control panel. • The Alarm indicator lights. Most paper jams occur in the areas shown in Figure 6–1. Figure 6–1: Paper Jam Areas Fig 6-1, MLO-004865 After you c[...]

6.7.1 T op and Rear Paper T ray Paper Jams Use the following procedure to clear paper jams from the top and rear paper trays. CAUTION: Do not attempt to remove jammed paper from the top or rear paper trays by simply pulling the paper out. Pulling the paper from the printer without releasing it from the fixing assembly first can cause damage to th[...]

2. Lift the top cover open. Fig 6-3, MLO-004868 3. Push the tab on the fixing assembly back to release the paper . W ARNING: Be careful when accessing areas inside the printer, because the fixing assembly may be hot. Fig 6-4, MLO-004866 T roubleshooting 6–13[...]

4. Remove the jammed paper from the printer by pulling it out from the paper tray . Fig 6-5, MLO-004892 6–14 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

5. Close the top cover by gently lowering the cover and pushing down on the hand grip until the cover latches securely in place. — The printer initializes (recycles). — The Alarm and Data indicators shut off. — The message display reads 00 READY . Fig 6-6, MLO-004366 6. Press On Line to place the printer on line. — The printer reprints the [...]

6.7.2 Paper Feed, T ransfer , and Fixing Assembly Paper Jams Use the following procedure to clear paper jams from the paper feed, transfer , and fixing assembly areas. 1. Open the top cover by pressing the release button forward and then down. — The top cover will release and open slightly . Fig 6-7, MLO-004830 2. Lift the top cover open. Fig 6-[...]

3. If paper is jammed in the feed or transfer area, lift the transfer guide (green handle) to release the paper and remove the paper from the printer . If the jammed paper did not reach the feed area, remove the cassette and pull the paper out from the cassette slot. Fig 6-9, MLO-004869 T roubleshooting 6–17[...]

4. If paper is jammed in the fixing assembly , push the green tab on the fixing assembly down to release the paper , and remove the paper from the printer . W ARNING: Be careful when accessing areas inside the printer, because the fixing assembly may be hot. Fig 6-10, MLO-004870 6–18 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

5. Close the top cover by gently lowering the cover and pushing down on the hand grip until the cover latches securely in place. — The printer initializes (recycles). — The Alarm and Data indicators shut off. — The message display reads 00 READY . Fig 6-1 1, MLO-004366 6. Press On Line to place the printer on line. — The printer reprints th[...]

Chapter 7 Maintenance T o obtain optimum performance from the DEClaser 2100 printer , you must perform the prescribed care and maintenance as outlined in this chapter . This chapter describes how to properly maintain the printer and covers the following topics: • Cleaning the printer • Cleaning the primary corona wire • Cleaning the transfer [...]

7.1.1 Cleaning the Internal Surfaces Clean the transfer and paper feed areas inside the printer using the following procedure. 1. Be sure the printer is not printing and the display reads 00 READY . 2. Press the power switch on the back of the printer to the O (OFF) position. Fig 7-1, MLO-004829 7–2 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

3. Press the release button forward and then down. — The top cover releases and opens slightly . Fig 7-2, MLO-004830 4. Lift the top cover open. Fig 7-3, MLO-004868 Maintenance 7–3[...]

5. W ipe the paper feed area (black plastic) clean with a cloth dampened with water . W ARNING: Be careful when accessing areas inside the printer, because the fixing assembly may be hot. Fig 7-4, MLO-004871 7–4 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

6. W ipe the following items clean in the transfer area with the dampened cloth: • The movable transfer guide (with green handle) and clear plastic strip • The metal transfer roller • The silver -colored metal transfer guide Fig 7-5, MLO-004872 Maintenance 7–5[...]

7. Gently close the top cover by pushing down on the hand grip until the cover locks into place. Fig 7-6, MLO-004366 7–6 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

7.1.2 Cleaning the Primary Corona Wire The primary corona wire is located inside the EP-S cartridge. A dirty primary corona wire can cause black streaking to occur on the paper , and should be cleaned to correct this problem. 1. Be sure the printer is not printing and the display reads 00 READY . 2. Press the power switch on the back of the printer[...]

3. Press the release button forward and then down. — The top cover releases and opens slightly . Fig 7-8, MLO-004830 4. Open the top cover halfway . Fig 7-9, MLO-004848 7–8 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

5. Remove the EP-S cartridge by pulling it out from the top cover . Fig 7-10, MLO-004890 6. Remove the wire/pin cleaner from the inside of the printer . W ARNING: Be careful when removing the wire/pin cleaner from the printer, because the fixing assembly may be hot. Fig 7-1 1, MLO-004873 Maintenance 7–9[...]

7. Insert the felt end of the wire/pin cleaner into either end of the EP-S cartridge slot. CAUTION: Do not insert the brush end of the wire/pin cleaner into the slot. Inserting the brush end can damage the corona wire. Fig 7-12, MLO-004875 8. Move the cleaner in the slot from side to side three to four times to clean the corona wire. Fig 7-13, MLO-[...]

9. Return the wire/pin cleaner to its storage location in the printer . Fig 7-14, MLO-004873 10. Install the EP-S cartridge into the top cover . Fig 7-15, MLO-004889 Maintenance 7–1 1[...]

1 1. Gently close the top cover by pushing down on the hand grip until the cover locks into place. Fig 7-16, MLO-004366 7–12 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

7.1.3 Cleaning the T ransfer Corona Wires and Discharging Pins The transfer corona wires and discharging pins are part of the paper transfer area inside the printer . Normally , you clean these corona wires and discharging pins each time you replace the EP-S cartridge, but you may find it necessary to clean them between cartridge replacements if y[...]

3. Press the release button forward and then down. — The top cover releases and opens slightly . Fig 7-18, MLO-004830 4. Lift the top cover open. Fig 7-19, MLO-004868 7–14 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

5. Remove the wire/pin cleaner from the inside of the printer . W ARNING: Be careful when removing the wire/pin cleaner from the printer, because the fixing assembly may be hot. Fig 7-20, MLO-004873 Maintenance 7–15[...]

6. Clean the discharging pins (in the groove) using the brush end of the cleaner . CAUTION: Y ou must lift the brush over the separation wires as you clean along the groove. Be careful not to break the wires as you clean the discharging pins. Fig 7-21, MLO-004876 7–16 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

7. Return the wire/pin cleaner to its storage location in the printer . Fig 7-22, MLO-004873 Maintenance 7–17[...]

8. Clean the transfer corona wire and the nylon separation wires with the cotton swab. CAUTION: The corona wire and nylon separation wires are fragile. Do not press down too hard on the wires. Fig 7-23, MLO-004877 9. Gently close the top cover by pushing down on the hand grip until the cover locks into place. Fig 7-24, MLO-004366 7–18 DEClaser 21[...]

7.2 Extending EP-S Cartridge Life Each EP-S cartridge contains a photosensitive drum and toner , assuring you of optimum print quality throughout the life of the cartridge. When the cartridge runs out of toner , you replace it with a new one. CAUTION: The use of refilled EP-S cartridges is not recommended and may have an adverse effect on print qu[...]

7.3 Replacing the EP-S Cartridge When the 16 TONER LOW message is displayed, it means that the printer is either running out of toner or the toner is not being distributed evenly . Before replacing the EP-S cartridge, make sure that the toner is really depleted. Rock the cartridge back and forth gently to redistribute any remaining toner as shown i[...]

T o replace the EP-S cartridge, follow the instructions that come with the cartridge or use the following procedure. 1. Be sure the printer is not printing and the display reads 00 READY . 2. Press the power switch on the back of the printer to the O (OFF) position. Fig 7-26, MLO-004829 Maintenance 7–21[...]

3. Press the release button forward and then down. — The top cover will release and open slightly . Fig 7-27, MLO-004830 4. Open the top cover to its halfway position. Fig 7-28, MLO-004848 7–22 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

5. Remove the EP-S cartridge by pulling it out from the top cover . Open the top cover to its full upright position after removing the cartridge. Fig 7-29, MLO-004890 Maintenance 7–23[...]

6. Open the green fixing assembly cover . W ARNING: The fixing assembly may be hot. Be careful when accessing the fixing unit. Fig 7-30, MLO-004354 7–24 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

7. Remove the used fixing roller cleaner from the fixing assembly . Discard the used fixing roller cleaner . Fig 7-31, MLO-004879 8. W ipe the fixing roller with the cleaning pad on the end of the new cleaner . Fig 7-32, MLO-004355 Maintenance 7–25[...]

9. Peel off the cleaning pad and discard it. Fig 7-33, MLO-004356 10. Insert the new cleaner into the fixing assembly . Fig 7-34, MLO-004357 7–26 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

1 1. Close the fixing assembly cover . NOTE: The fixing assembly cover does not close tightly . Fig 7-35, MLO-004358 Maintenance 7–27[...]

12. Wipe the paper feed area (black plastic) clean with a cloth dampened with water . CAUTION: T o prevent possible damage to the internal and external surfaces of the printer, do not use cleaners or solvents. Use a clean cloth dampened with water only . Fig 7-36, MLO-004871 7–28 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

13. W ipe the transfer area clean with the dampened cloth. The transfer area consists of the following components: • The movable transfer guide (with green handle) and clear plastic strip • The metal transfer roller • The silver -colored metal transfer guide Fig 7-37, MLO-004872 Maintenance 7–29[...]

14. Clean the transfer corona wire and the nylon separation wires with the cotton swab. CAUTION: The corona wire and nylon separation wires are fragile. Do not press down on the wires too hard or they may break. Fig 7-38, MLO-004877 15. Remove the wire/pin cleaner from the inside of the printer . W ARNING: The fixing assembly may be hot. Be carefu[...]

16. Clean the discharging pins in the groove, using the brush end of the cleaner . CAUTION: Y ou must lift the brush over the separation wires as you clean along the groove. Be careful not to break the wires as you clean the pins. Fig 7-40, MLO-004876 Maintenance 7–31[...]

17. Return the wire/pin cleaner to its storage location in the printer . Fig 7-41, MLO-004873 18. Rock the new EP-S cartridge five or six times as shown to distribute the toner evenly . Fig 7-42, MLO-004362 7–32 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

19. Lower the top cover to its partially opened position and install the new cartridge. Fig 7-43, MLO-004889 20. Snap the tab from the left side of the cartridge by moving it up and down. Fig 7-44, MLO-004364 Maintenance 7–33[...]

21. Grasp the tab and pull the sealing tape completely out of the cartridge. Discard the sealing tape. NOTE: The sealing tape is about 55 cm (22") long and may have toner on it. If you get toner on your hands or clothing, wash them with cold water and soap. Fig 7-45, MLO-004365 7–34 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

22. Close the top cover by pushing down on the hand grip until it snaps into place. Fig 7-46, MLO-004366 Maintenance 7–35[...]

7.4 Replacing the Ozone Filter The DEClaser 2100 is equipped with a disposable ozone filter that must be replaced after each 100,000 printed pages. See Appendix B for ordering information. Use the following procedure to replace the ozone filter . W ARNING: Never operate the printer without the ozone filter installed. The filter removes ozone, w[...]

3. Press the release button forward and then down. — The top cover will release and open slightly . Fig 7-48, MLO-004830 4. Lift the top cover open all the way . Fig 7-49, MLO-004868 Maintenance 7–37[...]

5. Pull down the ozone filter cover to access the filter . W ARNING: The fixing assembly may be hot. Be careful when accessing the ozone filter. Fig 7-50, MLO-004880 6. Remove the filter by pulling it out by its tab. Fig 7-51, MLO-004881 7–38 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

7. Grasp the new filter by its tab and slide it into place. CAUTION: Always handle the filter by its tab and not by its mesh sides. The mesh sides are fragile and can be damaged easily . Fig 7-52, MLO-004882 8. Fold the filter tab in and close the filter cover until it snaps into place. Fig 7-53, MLO-004883 Maintenance 7–39[...]

Chapter 8 Service If you cannot correct a problem with the DEClaser 2100 printer , request servicing by a qualified Digital Customer Services engineer . This chapter lists the available services. 8.1 Digital Equipment Corporation Services Digital Equipment Corporation provides a wide range of maintenance programs for printers. These include on-sit[...]

For more information on any of Digital Equipment Corporation’ s maintenance services, call the Digital Customer Services office in your area during normal business hours. Refer to the list of questions in T able 8–1 before calling the service center . T able 8–1: Questions to Consider Before Y ou Call Is the call necessary? Check Chapter 6. [...]

Appendix A DEClaser Printer Quick Reference Guide This quick reference guide contains basic information on using certain programming instructions with your DEClaser printer . For quick reference use, see these sections: Category Section Positioning Controls A.1 Margins and Spacing A.2 Set/Reset Modes A.3 Fonts and Character Sets A.4 Miscellaneous A[...]

A.1 Positioning Controls CUU—Cursor Up CSI Pn A Where: Pn = 0 is treated as 1. Pn = n is the numeric value according to SSU sequence and PUM setting. DECCAHT —Clear All Horizontal T abs ESC 2 DECCA VT —Clear All V ertical T abs ESC 4 DECHTS—Horizontal T ab Set ESC 1 DECSHTS—Set Horizontal T abstop CSI Pn ;...; Pn u DECSVTS—Set V ertical[...]

HP A—Horizontal Position Absolute CSI Pn ‘ Where: Pn = 0 is treated as 1. Pn = n is the numeric value according to SSU sequence and PUM setting. HPB—Horizontal Position Backward CSI Pn j Where: Pn = 0 is treated as 1. Pn = n is the numeric value according to SSU sequence and PUM setting. HPR—Horizontal Position Relative CSI Pn a Where: Pn =[...]

VP A—V ertical Position Absolute CSI Pn d Where: Pn = 0 is treated as 1. Pn = n is the numeric value according to SSU sequence and PUM setting. VPB—V ertical Position Backward CSI Pn k Where: Pn = 0 is treated as 1. Pn = n is the numeric value, according to SSU sequence and PUM setting. VPR—V ertical Position Relative CSI Pn e Where: Pn = 0 i[...]

A.2 Margins and Spacing DECSHORP—Set Horizontal Pitch CSI Ps w Where: Ps = 0 is determined by current font Ps = 1 is 720 centipoints (10 characters/inch) Ps = 2 is 600 centipoints (12 characters/inch) Ps = 3 is 545 centipoints (13.2 characters/inch) Ps = 4 is 436 centipoints (16.5 characters/inch) Ps = 5 is 1440 centipoints (5 characters/inch) Ps[...]

DECSTBM—Set T op and Bottom Margins CSI Pn1 ; Pn2 r Where: Pn1 = T op margin-setting numeric value. Pn2 = Bottom margin-setting numeric value. DECVERP—Set V ertical Pitch CSI Ps z Where: Ps = 0 is determined by the current font Ps = 1 is 1200 centipoints (6 lines/inch) Ps = 2 is 900 centipoints (8 lines/inch) Ps = 3 is 600 centipoints (12 lines[...]

T able A–1: DECVPFS Selective Parameters Pn = Meaning If ‘‘Zero’ ’ 2 Length of paper Default 1 3 W idth of paper Default 4 T op margin 0 5 Bottom margin Bound of printable area 6 Left margin 0 7 Right margin Bound of printable area 8 Page home line T op margin 9 Page end line Bottom margin 10 Line home position Left margin 1 1 Line end po[...]

PFS—Page Format Select CSI Ps SP J CSI ?Ps SP J —(Digital Private) Where: Ps = 0 Portrait normal text. Ps = 1 Landscape normal text. Ps = 2 Portrait normal A4. Ps = 3 Landscape normal A4. Ps = 4 Portrait normal North American letter . Ps = 5 Landscape normal North American letter . Ps = 6 Portrait extended A4. Ps = 7 Landscape extended A4. Ps =[...]

SPI—Spacing Pitch Increment CSI Pv ; Ph SP G Where: Pv = 0 is determined by current font. Pv = n is the vertical spacing increment numeric value. Ph = 0 is determined by current font. Ph = n is the horizontal spacing increment numeric value. SSU—Select Size Unit CSI Ps SP I CSI ?Ps SP I —(Digital Private) Where: Ps = 2 is decipoint 1/720 inch[...]

A.3 Set/Reset Modes CRM—Control Representation Mode CSI 3 h Set CSI 3 l Reset DECA WM—Autowrap Mode CSI ? 7 h Set CSI ? 7 l Reset DECCRNLM—Carriage Return/New Line Mode C S I?40h Set C S I?40l Reset DECOPM—Origin Placement Mode CSI ? 52 h Set CSI ? 52 l Reset DECPSM—Horizontal Pitch Select Mode CSI ? 29 h Set CSI ? 29 l Reset DECPSP—Pro[...]

PUM—Positioning Unit Mode CSI 11 h Set CSI 11 i Reset A.4 Fonts and Character Sets ASCEF—Announce Subset of Code Extension Facilities ESC SP F If the final character is: L is ISO 4873, Level 1. M is ISO 4873, Level 2. N is ISO 4773, Level 3. DECA TFF—Assign to T ype Family or Font DCS Ps1 ; Ps2 } id_string ST Where: Ps1 = 0, 1 assigns a font[...]

DECAUPSS—Assign User-Preference Supplemental Character Set DSC Ps ! u D...D ST Where: Ps = 0 is a 94-character graphic character set. Ps = 1 is a 96-character graphic character set. Possible D . . . D values: 2/5,3/5 DEC Supplemental (Ps = 0) 4/1 ISO Latin-1 Supplemental (Ps = 1) 4/9 JIS Katakana (Ps = 0) 2/2,3/4 DEC Hebrew Supplemental (Ps = 0) [...]

LS1R—Locking Shift 1 Right ESC ~ LS2—Locking Shift 2 ESC n LS3—Locking Shift 3 ESC o LS2R—Locking Shift 2 Right ESC } LS3R—Locking Shift 3 Right ESC | SCS—Select Character Set ESC I* ...In F I* Character Code Set Selection 94-Character Sets ( Left parenthesis 2/8 G0 ) Right parenthesis 2/9 G1 * Asterisk 2/10 G2 + Plus sign 2/1 1 G3 96-C[...]

T able A–2: SCS—Select Character Set G0 G1 G2 G3 Character Set ESC ( B ESC ) B ESC * B ESC + B ASCII ESC ( A ESC ) A ESC * A ESC + A British NRCS ESC ( 5 ESC ) 5 ESC * 5 ESC + 5 Finnish NRCS ESC ( R ESC ) R ESC * R ESC + R French NRCS ESC ( 9 ESC ) 9 ESC * 9 ESC + 9 DEC French-Canadian NRCS ESC ( K ESC ) K ESC * K ESC + K German NRCS ESC ( Y ES[...]

T able A–3: NRC Fallback Selection G0 G1 G2 G3 Character Set ESC ( C ESC ) C ESC * C ESC + C (Fallback to Finnish NRCS) ESC ( Q ESC ) Q ESC * Q ESC + Q (Fallback to DEC French-Canadian NRCS) ESC ( E ESC ) E ESC * E ESC + E (Fallback to Norwegian/Danish NRCS) ESC ( H ESC ) H ESC * H ESC + H (Fallback to DEC Swedish) SGR—Select Graphic Rendition [...]

T able A–4: Selective Digital Private Parameters Ps = Meaning ?0 is all private attributes off. 1 ?4 is superscript on, subscript off. ?5 is subscript on, superscript off. ?6 is overline. ?24 is turn off superscript and subscript. ?26 is turn off overline. 1 For purposes of turning private SGR parameters off, overline is considered a private sequ[...]

DA2R—Device Attributes (Secondary) Report CSI > Ps1 ; Ps2 ; Ps3 ; Ps4 c DECASFC—Automatic Sheet Feeder (input tray) Control CSI Ps ! v Where: Ps = 0 No tray change. Ps = 1 T op tray . Ps = 2 Bottom tray (not used with DEClaser 2100 printer). Ps = 3 Envelope feeder (not used with DEClaser 2100 printer). Ps = 99 Manual feed. DECFIN—Document [...]

DECMM—Memory Management CSI Ps + v Where: Ps = 0, 1 No guaranteed imaging capabilities. Ps = 2 A or A4-size image guaranteed without complexity errors. Ps = 3 Legal size image guaranteed without complexity errors. Ps = 4 A or A4-size image guaranteed without complexity errors in duplex mode. Ps = 5 Legal-size image guaranteed without complexity e[...]

DECSCL—Set Conformance Level CSI Ps1 ; Ps2 " p Where: Ps1 = 0 is treated as 73. Ps1 = 71 character cell, level 1 printers. Ps1 = 72 character cell, level 2 printers. Ps1 = 73 proportional, level 3 printers. DECSDPM—Set Duplex Print Mode CSI Ps SP x Ps Print Mode Physical State T umbling State DEClaser 2100 Fallback DEClaser 2200 Fallback 0[...]

DECSNC—Set Number of Copies CSI Pn & q Where: Pn = 0 is treated as 1. Pn = 1–99 is the number of copies. Pn = >99 is treated as 99. DECSSS—Set Sheet Size CSI Pn1 ; Pn2 ; Pn3 ; Pn4 SP { Where: Pn1 = 0 is any slot. Pn1 = 1 is top tray . Pn1 = 99 is manual feed. Pn = 2 is key number (ignored). Pn = 3 is width (defined as leading edge). P[...]

DECVEC—Draw V ector CSI Ps1 ; Pn2 ; Pn3 ; Pn4 ; Pn5 ! | Where: Ps = 0 is draw X (horizontal) line. Ps = 1 is draw Y (vertical) line. Ps = Other is perform no action. Pn2 = X is X (horizontal line) start position (according to SSU sequence). Pn3 = Y is Y (vertical line) start position (according to SSU sequence). Pn4 is line length (according to S[...]

DSR—Device Status Request CSI Ps n CSI ?Ps n Where: Ps = 0,5 Send an extended status report. Ps = 6 Send a cursor position report. Ps = ?1 Disable all unsolicited status reports. Ps = ?2 Enable brief unsolicited status reports, send extended status report. Ps = ?3 Enable extended unsolicited status report, send extended status report. JFY —Just[...]

Appendix B Accessories and Supplies This appendix lists some of the accessories and supplies available for the DEClaser 2100 printer . Contact your local sales representative or refer to your latest DECdirect catalog for a complete list of products and the latest pricing information. See Section B.1 for additional ordering information. T able B–1[...]

T able B–1 (Cont.): DEClaser 2100 Printer Accessories and Sup- plies Part Number Description LNXX–XC EP-S Cartridge Supplies Kit (quantity = 64) LN03X–AE Mobile printer cabinet/stand H8571D–A 25-pin male-to-MMJ adapter H8571D–B 9-pin male-to-MMJ adapter (Digital) H8571–C 25-pin cable-to-MMJ adapter H8571–D 25-pin female-to-MMJ adapter[...]

B.1 Ordering Information Use the following mailing addresses and telephone numbers to order products for the DEClaser 2100 printer . T able B–2: Ordering Within the U.S.A. MAIL Digital Equipment Corporation PO Box CS2008 Nashua, NH 03061 TELEPHONE Order toll free 1–800–DIGIT AL (DECdirect) between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. EST T ab[...]

Appendix C Specifications This appendix contains the operating and interface specifications for the DEClaser 2100 printer . C.1 Operating Specifications T ype: Desktop page printer Printing Method: Electrophotographic using laser beam scanning Laser Power: 5 mW maximum Resolution: 300 dpi Printing Speed: 8 pages/minute maximum using A4 or letter[...]

Built-in Font Files: The DEClaser 2100 has 36 built-in font files. The font files consist of four fonts and nine character sets. These fonts are: • Courier 10-point normal 1 portrait • Courier 10.3-point normal portrait • Courier 6.7-point normal landscape • Elite 12-point normal portrait For each font the following character sets reside [...]

Power Consumption: 100–1 15 V models = 810 W @ 1 15 V 220–240 V models = 790 W @ 240 V Packaged W eight: Approximately 24.0 kg (54 lb.) Installed W eight: Approximately 20.6 kg (45.5 lb.) Dimensions: W idth: 454 mm (17.9") Depth: 525 mm (20.7") Depth: 815 mm (32.1") with A4 paper cassette installed and the rear output tray opened[...]

C.2 Serial Interface Specifications T able C–1 lists the pin signals for the RS232C serial interface connector . Figure C–1 shows the pin assignments on the connector . Figure C–2 and Figure C–3 show the serial connections with and without connection to a modem. T able C–1: Serial Interface Pin Assignment Pin Signal Direction 1 Frame Gro[...]

Figure C–2: Serial Connections to Modem MLO-004885 Specifications C–5[...]

Figure C–3: Serial Connections Without Modem MLO-004887 C–6 DEClaser 2100 Printer Operator ’s Guide[...]

C.3 Parallel Interface Specifications T able C–2 lists the pin signals for the parallel (Centronics) interface connector . Figure C–4 shows the pin assignments on the connector , and Figure C–5 shows the parallel connections to an external device. Specifications C–7[...]

T able C–2: Parallel Interface Pin Assignments Pin Signal Direction 1 In 2 Data 1 In 3 Data 2 In 4 Data 3 In 5 Data 4 In 6 Data 5 In 7 Data 6 In 8 Data 7 In 9 Data 8 In 10 Out 1 1 Busy Out 12 Call (PE) Out 13 Select Out 14–15 Not Connected – 16 0 V olts (Logic Ground) – 17 Chassis Ground – 18 5 V olts Out 19–29 Ground – 30 Out 31 In 3[...]

Figure C–4: Parallel Pin Assignment MLO-004886 Figure C–5: Parallel Connections MLO-004888 Specifications C–9[...]

Appendix D LN03 Compatibility This appendix contains information highlighting the differences between the DEClaser 2100 printer and the LN03 printer . This information is directed at the differences affecting compatibility between the printers. D.1 General Differences The following list identifies the general differences between the LN03 printer a[...]

D.2 Printable Area Compatibility The printable area on the DEClaser 2100 is approximately the same as the printable area on the LN03 printer . There is an approximate ¼" non- printable area around the page. This difference does not affect applications using the predefined Page Format Selections (PFS) or applications that do not print within [...]

• The DEClaser 2100 does not contain the Modern Gothic font resident in the LN03 PLUS. • If a font used on the page is deleted to free up memory for another requirement, the DEClaser 2100 may cause a page break. It does not try to transfer the display list to bitmap memory like the LN03 PLUS would. If you encounter page breaks, set the paint fe[...]

Glossary ASCII Abbreviation for American Standard Code for Information Interchange. The ASCII code table is widely used for data processing and communication. The codes listed represent a set of characters and commands. A4 paper size The European paper size of 210 mm x 297 mm. basis weight A measurement used to describe the paper weight density in [...]

CaPSL Abbreviation for Canon Printing System Language. This page description language uses escape sequences to control the printer . character attribute A feature of a highlighted character . Y ou can select underlining, bold printing, italic printing, and strike-through attributes. character set A set of codes that describe the general appearance [...]

buffer of the printer by placing a high or low voltage on the DTR line of the serial port. DTR is sometimes known as ‘‘hardware handshaking protocol.’ ’ duplex A layout indicating that a document is to be printed on two sides. The DEClaser 2100 printer can perform duplex printing only while in the manual feed mode of operation. EP-S cartrid[...]

host The computer that provides services and enables startup and management of the peripheral devices, such as printers. image area The printable portion of a page. Like most printers, the DEClaser 2100 does not allow printing to the physical edge of the page. initialize T o set starting values such as counters, switches, or addresses, at the begin[...]

NVRAM Abbreviation for nonvolatile random-access memory . Nonvolatile means that data is retained in NVRAM even after the printer is powered off. NVRAM is particularly useful when you are setting up the printer configuration, because all of the values can be saved and retained. off line A communications mode during which the printer cannot receive[...]

PostScript language A programming language designed to convey a description of a desired page to a printer . It can describe a page containing any combination of text, graphical shapes, and digitized images. primary corona wire A wire located inside the EP-S cartridge that places an electrical charge on the photosensitive drum, preparing it to acce[...]

resolution The number of dots in a defined area. The resolution of the DEClaser 2100 printer is 300 dpi. ROM Abbreviation for read-only memory . ROM contains all of the factory default feature values. It is a permanent memory and cannot be cleared or changed. serial interface A data communications interface that transmits data sequentially , one b[...]

Index A Accessories and supplies, B–1 Associated documents, xiii C CDRH regulations, xvii Changing and saving values, 4–15 Cleaning the printer, 7–1 discharging pins, 7–13 internal surfaces, 7–2 primary corona wire, 7–7 transfer corona wires, 7–13 COMMAND menu, 4–22 Common operating problems, 6–7 Configuring the printer, 4–1 Co[...]

Memory (Cont.) nonvolatile random-access, 4–9 operating, 4–7 random-access, 4–10 read-only, 4–8 Menu COMMAND, 4–22 COPY, 4–22 FEEDER, 4–18 INITIAL, 4–23 INTERF ACE, 4–27 LA YOUT, 4–19 Menu descriptions, 4–16 Menu Mode, 4–2 to 4–3 Menu Mode display, 4–4 to 4–6 Messages operator call, 6–3 printer status, 6–2 service [...]

S Safety information, xvi CDRH regulations, xvii laser, xvii ozone, xvi Service, 8–1 Service call messages, 6–7 Software error messages, 6–4 Software requirements, xi Specifications envelopes, 5–4 labels, 5–9 operating, C–1 paper, 5–2 parallel interface, C–7 serial interface, C–4 transparencies, 5–8 T T est Print A, 2–39 T es[...]