HP 220240 - Manual

Appendix C Specifications C.1 Operating Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–1 C.2 Serial Interface Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–4 C.3 Parallel Interface Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–8 Appendi...

4–4 Operational Flow Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–10 4–5 Test Print A Verification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–14 4–6 Offset Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–21 4–7 Offset Printout S...

4–8 FEEDER Menu Features and Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–19 4–9 LAYOUT Menu Features and Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–20 4–10 COPY Menu Features and Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–234–11 COMMAND Menu Features and Values . . . . . . . . . . . ....

Software Requirements Some features of the DEClaser 2200 plus printer may or may not be available depending on the operating software used by the host computer system and the application software that you are using. For information about the printer features you can use with your application program...

transparencies, and labels. It also addresses the proper way to store and handle paper. • Chapter 6, Troubleshooting, contains basic testing and troubleshooting techniques that allow you to correct common operating problems such as poor printing or paper jams. • Chapter 7, Maintenance, explains how ...

Associated Documents Several other related manuals are available for use with the DEClaser 2200 plus printer. You can order these optional manuals from DECdirect as described in the ordering information section at the end of this guide.Those optional manuals are:• Digital ANSI-Compliant Printing Pro...

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. WARNING Warnings provide information to prevent personal in...

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 FONT/FEED LAYOUT. Safety Information The DEClaser ...

Laser Safety The DEClaser 2200 plus 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...

Chapter 1 Printer Components This chapter describes the components of the DEClaser 2200 plus 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 Figures 1–1 through 1...

Table 1–1: Printer Components: Front/Right-Side View Component Function 1. Top Output Tray Printed sheets are automatically collated and stacked (facedown) here. 2. Top Cover Release Button Pressing this button unlocks the top cover so it can be opened. The top cover is opened to perform certain pri...

Figure 1–3: Components: Rear Output Tray MLO-005112 (Figure 1-3; 15.5 picas) Printer Components 1–5

Table 1–3: Printer Components: Rear Output Tray Component Function 8. Extension Tray Must be extended when printing documents faceup. See Section 2.6.2 for information about using the extension tray. 9. Paper Jam Clearance Lever Lifting this lever allows you to access paper jams in the rear output t...

Figure 1–4: Components: Inside the Printer MLO-005113 (Figure 1-4; 30.5 picas) Printer Components 1–7

Table 1–4: 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 2.11 for additional infor...

Table 1–4 (Cont.): Printer Components: Internal View Component Function 6. Transfer 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 car...

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 prin...

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. Powe...

2.3 Opening the Top 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. MLO-005118 (Figure 2-3; 15.5 picas) 2–4 Operator’s Guide

2.4 Closing the Top 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. MLO-005120 (Figure 2-5; 16 picas) 2–6 Operator’s Guide

2.5 Printout Selector The printout selector (located on the rear paper tray) allows you to choose the output tray for the type of jobs you are printing. You can place the selector in one of two positions as shown in Figure 2–1. Figure 2–1: Printout Selector MLO-005121 (Figure 2-6; 16 picas) The dupl...

2.6 Printing in Simplex Mode Printed paper is delivered and stacked either facedown or faceup depending on the printout position selected (Figure 2–2). When envelope/faceup is selected, printed paper is delivered faceup to the rear output tray. Although the rear output tray can be used to stack pape...

2.6.3 Printing Preprinted and Prepunched Media in Simplex Mode To print forms, letterhead paper, or punched paper in simplex mode, load the media faceup, with the top edge of the paper nearest to the printer. (The procedure for printing forms in duplex mode is different from the procedure for simple...

3. Press On Line to place the printer off line. — The On Line indicator shuts off. 4. Press Duplex to place the printer in duplex mode. — The Duplex indicator lights. NOTE: If the printer ‘‘beeps’’ and the Duplex indicator does not light, the printer is probably in the manual feed mode. Check to see...

2.9 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. NOTE: You cannot feed media ma...

The following command line contains instructions to print on legal-size paper in manual feed mode. This example is set up to print a file on an 8 ½ in. x 14 in. sheet of paper in portrait mode using manual feed. Table 2–1 describes each escape sequence in the example. <ESC>[7<SP>I<ESC...

9. Wait until PF FEED xxx is displayed and repeat step 8. Continue feeding paper until the Data indicator light shuts off and the display reads 00 READY.If you want to continue feeding paper manually after the display reads 00 READY, go to step 6. If you have finished feeding paper manually, go to s...

2.10 Feeding Envelopes Manually Envelopes have the same setup requirements as all other media that are fed manually (see Section 2.9). 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 setu...

2.11 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...

2.12 Printing the Engine Test Print The Engine Test Print (Figure 2–4) 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 Test Print should be free of excess toner or smudges, and the lines ...

Figure 2–4: Engine Test Print MLO-004525 (Figure 2-36; 36 picas) 2–38 Operator’s Guide

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 TES...

2.13 Printing Test Print A Test Print A (Figure 2–5) lists the current printer settings, along with information such as total page count and the amount of free memory available. 2–40 Operator’s Guide

Figure 2–5: Test Print A MLO-004895 (Figure 2-38; 36 picas) Operating Information 2–41

You can print Test Print A to check the current printer settings before making changes in Menu Mode (see Chapter 4). Table 2–2 describes the items on Test Print A, and Table 2–3 decribes how to print the test print. Table 2–2: Test Print A Item Description Version This is the version of firmware the...

Use the procedure in Table 2–3 to print a copy of Test Print A. Table 2–3: Printing Test 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 Test/Font once. — Test Print A prints. 05 TEST PRINT A 00 READY 3. Press On Li...

2.14 Printing Test Print B Test Print B (Figure 2–6) contains sample printouts of the primary and secondary character sets that can be examined for print quality. 2–44 Operator’s Guide

Figure 2–6: Test Print B MLO-004852 (Figure 2-39; 36 picas) Operating Information 2–45

Test 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 Table 2–4 to print a copy of Test Print B. Table 2–4: Printing Test Print B Operation Display Reads 1. Press O...

Figure 2–7: Font List MLO-004853 (Figure 2-40; 36 picas) Operating Information 2–47

The Font List includes internal fonts, cartridge fonts, and fonts that have been downline loaded into memory. You 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 ...

2.16 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 deb...

2.17 Resetting the Printer There are two methods of resetting the printer:• You can perform a hard reset by powering the printer off and then back on. • You can perform a soft reset by pressing Reset . Perform a soft reset of the printer under the following circumstances:• When changing paper casset...

2.18 Emulation Mode of Operation The DEClaser 2200 plus operates using DEC PPL3 mode. If you have an optional emulation cartridge installed, select Emulation Mode to invoke a protocol from the cartridge.Use the procedure in Table 2–8 to select Emulation Mode. Table 2–8: Selecting Emulation Mode Oper...

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 contro...

Table 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 Test/Font or Feeder Select. When the printer is in...

Table 3–1 (Cont.): Control Panel Functions Item Function Paper feed indicators (green) These light to indicate the currently selected paper feed cassette or envelope feeder. They are: • Envelope feeder (optional) • Upper paper cassette • Lower paper cassette NOTE: If none of the paper feed indicator...

Table 3–3 (Cont.): Keypad Functions: Keypad Mode Key Function Feeder Select Pressing Feeder Select changes the paper feed selection. There are five paper feed modes: • Auto feed (either upper or lower cassette) • Upper cassette • Lower cassette • Manual feed • Option (available only when the optiona...

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 ca...

You 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-C...

4.1.1 Using the Keypad in Menu Mode Table 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 ...

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 11 PAPER OUT. Menu Mode messages are displayed differently to distinguish differences between the me...

This manual shows items from the scrolling menus and features as they are displayed (uppercase, lowercase, or initial capitals) with the selected item shown in bold type for clarification. For example: FONT FEED LAYOUT or offsetX offsetY 4.2.2 Displaying Menu Values Menu values are scrolled to the r...

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 i...

4.3.2 ROM (Read-Only Memory) ROM contains default values that are set at the factory. They are called default values because they are stored in ROM and cannot be changed. You can load these default values into operating memory while in Menu Mode using the procedure shown in Table 4–3. NOTE: Default ...

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 tha...

4.3.4 RAM (Random-Access Memory) RAM 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. To save values in RAM while in Menu Mode, use the procedure in Table 4–5. Tabl...

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 4–10 Operator’s Guide

4.4.1 Sample Procedure for Changing and Saving Values This section contains an example of how to change and save values in Menu Mode. Use the steps in Table 4–6 to perform the following tasks:• Enter Menu Mode• Change page offset values of X and Y in the LAYOUT menu from to • Save the new values in ...

Table 4–6 (Cont.): Changing and Saving Values Operation Display Reads 15. Press On Line to exit Menu Mode. — The On Line indicator lights. 00 READY Verification To verify that the offset distances have been changed, print a copy of Test Print A and compare it with the copy made before the changes. V...

Figure 4–5: Test Print A Verification MLO-004897 (Figure 4-5; 36 picas) 4–14 Operator’s Guide

4.5 Menu Descriptions This section describes the printer menus, features, and values. See Table 4–7 for a complete listing of all menus and parameters. Table 4–7: Menu Mode Features and Values Menu Features Values FEEDER feeder Upper 1 Auto Manual Lower Option 5 LAYOUT offsetX 2 -10.0 . . . +0.0 1 ....

4.5.1 FEEDER Menu The FEEDER menu determines whether paper is fed manually or automatically from one of the cassettes. The optional envelope feeder can also be selected from the FEEDER menu when that option is installed. The paper feed selection is shown on the control panel by the paper feed indica...

Table 4–8: FEEDER Menu Features and Values Feature Values Description feeder Upper 1 Selects the upper paper cassette to automatically feed paper into the printer. NOTE: You must select the Upper value when using the optional envelope ‘‘cassette’’ because the envelope cassette can only be installed ...

4.5.2 LAYOUT Menu The features of the LAYOUT menu shown in Table 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. Table 4–9: LAYOUT Menu Features and...

4.5.2.1 Offset Position (offsetX, offsetY) The offset feature of the LAYOUT menu allows you to make fine adjustments to the printing coordinates. Since the DEClaser 2200 plus printer is a page printer, it is not possible to adjust the print position by manually shifting the position of the page. Do ...

Figure 4–7 shows sample printouts of Test Print A that use different offset values. Figure 4–7: Offset Printout Samples MLO-004898 (Figure 4-7; 22 picas) 4–22 Operator’s Guide

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 (Table 4–10) determines the number of copies to be printed. You can save this setting only in RAM. Table 4–10: COPY Menu...

4.5.5 INITIAL Menu The INITIAL menu (Table 4–12) combines the macro, paint, and paper size features. You can save settings from this menu only in NVRAM. To activate the settings, perform a reset after changing them. Table 4–12: INITIAL Menu Features and Values Feature Values Description macro 000 1 ...

4.5.5.1 Macro The macro feature allows you to select an environment for local compatibility. It assigns the proper User Preference character set, enables/disables the initialization message, and specifies a return response (device identification) when a Device Attributes (DA) request is received. Th...

Table 4–14: Initialization Message Initialization Message Value Disabled 00 1 Enabled 05 1 Factory default setting. The DEClaser 2200 plus printer can identify itself as a Digital ANSI- Compliant Printing Protocol level 3 printer, and therefore can be recognized as such by symbionts and terminal dri...

4.5.5.2 Examples Using the Macro Feature The examples in Table 4–16 demonstrate how to determine the macro value. Table 4–16: Macro Feature Examples Character Set and Value Initialization Message and Value Device ID and Value Macro Value JIS Katakana (20) Not Enabled (00) Level 3 (00) 20 DEC Technic...

4.5.6 INTERFACE Menu The correct interface connection is necessary for the printer to communicate properly with the host computer. The DEClaser 2200 plus printer supports both parallel and serial interface connections. The interface must match the type used by the host computer.You cannot make selec...

For Digital systems, the dtr feature should always be set to the fixed high value. When the DTR signal is fixed high (Fix-H) it indicates to the system that the printer is ‘‘present.’’ 4.5.6.5 Buffer Control (xon/xoff) The buffer control (xon/xoff) feature uses software to regulate the flow of data ...

Table 4–18: DUPLEX Menu Features and Values Feature Values Description duplex OFF 1 Selects the simplex mode of operation. Paper is printed on one side in simplex mode. ON Selects the duplex mode of operation. Paper is printed on two sides in duplex mode and delivered to the top output tray. 1 Facto...

Chapter 5 Print Media This chapter describes the print media that are appropriate for use with the DEClaser 2200 plus printer. The types of print media described in this chapter are paper, labels, transparencies, and envelopes.The DEClaser 2200 plus printer produces excellent print quality using ele...

5.1 Paper Specifications This section contains information on the sizes and specifications of plain paper that can be used with the DEClaser 2200 plus printer.Table 5–1 lists the paper sizes that can be used with the standard and optional size cassettes for the printer. Table 5–1: Cassette Feed Pape...

Table 5–2: Paper Specifications Category Specification Paper weight: cassette feed 60 g/m 2 to 80 g/m 2 basis weight (16 lb. to 21 lb.) Paper weight: manual feed 60 g/m 2 to 135 g/m 2 basis weight (16 lb. to 35 lb.) Thickness 0.075 mm to 0.115 mm Moisture content 5% to 8% Smoothness 100–300 Sheffiel...

5.2 Envelope Requirements Envelopes must meet the same specifications as paper (see Table 5–2). In addition, the following types of envelopes cannot be used with the printer:• Envelopes with sealing flaps that are open MLO-005731 (Figure 5-1; 14. picas) 5–4 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 or envelope feeder). • Envelopes can be printed only on the front side.• Since you need to print address...

5.3 Transparencies Table 5–3 and Table 5–4 contain information on the sizes and specifications of transparencies that can be used with the DEClaser 2200 plus printer. Table 5–3: Transparency Sizes Transparency Size Dimensions A4 210 mm x 297 mm Letter 8 ½ in. x 11 in. Table 5–4: Transparency Specifi...

5.4 Labels 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 Table 5–2. The carrier sheet and adhesive used for the labels must als...

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 Table 5–2. • Be sure that the carr...

Chapter 6 Troubleshooting This chapter helps you to quickly locate most problems that may occur with the printer. It discusses the following topics: Topic Section Error skip procedure Section 6.1 Printer status messages Section 6.2 Operator call messages Section 6.3 Software error messages Section 6...

immediately before printing can continue. You can acknowledge other types of errors and still continue printing by pressing Error Skip . When these types of errors occur, you may elect to take the long-term corrective action (for example, adding RAM or reassigning memory) at another time.Use the pro...

Table 6–2 (Cont.): Printer Status Messages Message Meaning 02 WARMING UP The printer has not reached operating temperature. Printing cannot be performed while the printer is warming up. 03 RESET The printer is being reset (Section 2.17). 04 TEST STOP Test printing has stopped. 05 TEST PRINT A Test P...

Table 6–3 (Cont.): Operator Call Messages Message Meaning Corrective Action The printer was not reset after the cassette size was changed. Reset the printer. PC LOAD LEGAL Request for a legal-size paper cassette. Install a legal-size paper cassette into the printer. The printer was not reset after t...

Table 6–4: Software Error Messages Message Meaning Corrective Action 20 PAGE FULL The page buffer is over- flowing with data. Clear fonts from memory after each job. Assign one or two full-page bitmap areas in memory to handle the complex data (see Section 4.5.5.3). Add additional RAM. 21 COMPLEX DA...

6.5 Service Call Messages Service call messages indicate that the printer requires servicing by a qualified Digital service representative (see Chapter 8 for service information). Service messages are displayed as XX SERVICE (where XX is a number from 50–99). NOTE: Before calling for service, try to...

Table 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...

Figure 6–1: Paper Jam Areas MLO-004529 (Figure 6-2; 23 picas) After clearing a paper jam, reset the printer by closing the front cover. Closing the cover clears the error condition, but the printer must be placed back on line. After the cover is closed, press On Line to place the printer back on lin...

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. MLO-005120 (Figure 6-7; 16 picas) 6. Press On Line to pl...

Chapter 7 Maintenance To obtain optimum performance from the DEClaser 2200 plus 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 ...

7.1.3 Cleaning the Transfer 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 ...

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 ...

7.4 Replacing the Ozone Filter The DEClaser 2200 plus printer 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. WARNING: Never operate the printer without...

Chapter 8 Service If you cannot correct a problem with the DEClaser 2200 plus printer, request servicing by a qualified Digital service representative. This chapter lists the available services. 8.1 Digital Equipment Corporation Services Digital Equipment Corporation provides a wide range of mainten...

For more information on any of Digital Equipment Corporation’s maintenance services, call the Digital Services office in your area during normal business hours. Refer to the list of questions in Table 8–1 before calling the service center. Table 8–1: Questions to Consider Before You Call Is the call...

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 ...

Conventions The following conventions are used throughout this appendix. Convention Meaning CSI The is the control character (9/11) used to introduce the Control Sequence Introducer as part of the format of a DEC PPL3 command. For example, CSI Pn A . Both parameter characters and intermediate charac...

A.1 Positioning Controls CUU—Cursor Up CSI Pn A Where: Pn = n Is the numeric value according to the Select Size Unit (SSU) sequence and Positioning Unit Mode (PUM) setting. (A value of 0 is treated as one vertical position up.) DECCAHT—Clear All Horizontal Tabs ESC 2 Clears all horizontal tab stops....

HPA—Horizontal Position Absolute CSI Pn ‘ Where: Pn = 0 Is treated as horizontal position 1. Pn = n Is the numeric value according to the SSU sequence and PUM setting. HPB—Horizontal Position Backward CSI Pn j Where: Pn = 0 Is treated as one horizontal position to the left. Pn = n Is the numeric val...

VPA—Vertical Position Absolute CSI Pn d Where: Pn = 0 Is treated as vertical position 1. Pn = n Is the numeric value according to SSU sequence and PUM setting. VPB—Vertical Position Backward CSI Pn k Where: Pn = 0 Is treated as one vertical position up. Pn = n Is the numeric value, according to SSU ...

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/inc...

DECVERP—Set Vertical 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/inch). Ps = 4 Is 3600 centipoints (2 lines/inch). Ps = 5 Is 2400 centipoints (3 lines/inch). P...

DECVPFS—Variable Page Format Select CSI Ps1 ; Pn2 ; . . . ; Pn11 SP z Where: Ps1 = 0, 1 Is portrait orientation. Ps1 = 2 Is landscape orientation. Ps1 = Other Is portrait orientation. Table A–1: DECVPFS Numeric Parameters Meaning If ‘‘Zero’’ Pn2 1 Length of paper Default 2 Pn3 Width of paper Default...

GSS—Graphic Size Select CSI Pn SP C Where: Pn = 0 Is 10 points. Pn = n Is the font height according to SSU sequence. PFS—Page Format Select CSI Ps SP J 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 Nort...

SHS—Set Horizontal Spacing CSI Ps SP K Where: Ps = 0 Is 720 centipoints (10 characters/inch). Ps = 1 Is 600 centipoints (12 characters/inch). Ps = 2 Is 480 centipoints (15 characters/inch). Ps = 3 Is 1200 centipoints (6 characters/inch). SPI—Spacing Pitch Increment CSI Pn1 ; Pn2 SP G Where: Pn1 = 0 ...

SVS—Set Vertical Spacing CSI Ps SP L Where: Ps = 0 Is 1200 centipoints (6 lines/inch). Ps = 1 Is 1800 centipoints (4 lines/inch). Ps = 2 Is 2400 centipoints (3 lines/inch). Ps = 3 Is 600 centipoints (12 lines/inch). Ps = 4 Is 900 centipoints (8 lines/inch). Ps = 5 Is 1416 centipoints (6 lines/30 mm)...

A.4 Fonts and Character Sets ASCEF—Announce Subset of Code Extension Facilities ESC SP Fs If the final character (Fs) is: L Is ISO 4873, level 1. M Is ISO 4873, level 2. N Is ISO 4873, level 3. DECATFF—Assign to Type Family or Font DCS Ps1 ; Ps2 } id_string ST Where: Ps1 = 0 or 1 Assigns a font coll...

SCS—Select Character Set ESC I* . . . In F Where: I* = ( (Left parenthesis) 1 Designates the character set into G0. I* = ) (Right parenthesis) 1 Designates the character set into G1. I* = * (Asterisk) 1 Designates the character set into G2. I* = + (Plus sign) 1 Designates the character set into G3. ...

SGR—Select Graphic Rendition CSI Ps ; . . . ; Ps m Where: Ps = 0 Turns off all attributes (standard and private). Ps = 1 Turns on bold. Ps = 3 Turns on italics. Ps = 4 Turns on underline. Ps = 9 Turns on strike-through. Ps = 10 . . . 19 Selects the font according to the initial state or as assigned ...

A.5 Miscellaneous CPR—Cursor Position Report CSI Pn1 ; Pn2 R Where: Pn1 = n Numeric parameter describing the active vertical position according to the SSU sequence and PUM setting. Pn2 = n Numeric parameter describing the active horizontal position according to the SSU sequence and PUM setting. DA—D...

DA2R—Device Attributes (Secondary) Report CSI > Ps1 ; Ps2 ; Ps3 ; Ps4 c Where: Ps1 = 46 Identifies the DEClaser 2100 plus printer. Ps1 = 47 Identifies the DEClaser 2200 plus printer. Ps2 = xx xx is the major firmware version number multiplied by 10. Ps3 = 0 No memory cards installed. Ps3 = 1 1-Mb...

DECASFC—Automatic Sheet Feeder (input tray) Control CSI Ps ! v Where: Ps = 0 No tray change. Ps = 1 Selects the top tray. Ps = 2 Selects the bottom tray (only on the DEClaser 2200 plus printer). Ps = 3 Selects the envelope feeder (only on the DEClaser 2200 plus printer). 1 Ps = 99 Selects manual fee...

DECFSR—Font Status Report If DECRFS is 1 or 0: DCS 1 " { report_string ST If DECRFS is 2 or 0: DCS 2 " { nnn ST If DECLFF has Ps2 = 2 or 3: DCS 4 " { error_string ST Where: This Variable Indicates report_string All available fonts. nnn The number of bytes available in memory for downline...

DECSITF—Select Input Tray Failover CSI Ps1 ; Ps2 ; . . . Psn SP w Where: Ps1 = 0 Disables all composite input trays. Ps1 = 1 Defines composite tray 1. Ps2–Psn = n Designates the tray as a member of the composite tray. NOTE: Tray numbers are the same as in the DECASFC sequence. DECSNC—Set Number of C...

DECVEC—Draw Vector CSI Ps1 ; Pn2 ; Pn3 ; Pn4 ; Pn5 ! | Where: Ps1 = 0 Draws horizontal line (X). Ps1 = 1 Draws vertical line (Y). Ps1 = Other Performs no action. Pn2 = n Is the horizontal line (X) start position according to the SSU sequence. Pn3 = n Is the verical line (Y) start position according ...

RIS—Reset to Initial State ESC c Resets the printer to initial state values and returns to DEC PPL3 protocol. ROCS—Return from Other Coding System ESC % @ Returns to DEC PPL3 from an alternate protocol emulation mode. SOCS—Select Other Coding System ESC % 8 Selects HP PCL emulation mode. ESC % / 4 S...

Appendix B Accessories and Supplies This appendix lists some of the accessories and supplies available for the DEClaser 2200 plus printer. Contact your Digital sales representative or refer to your latest DECdirect catalog for a complete list of products and the latest pricing information. See Secti...

Table B–1 (Cont.): DEClaser 2200 plus Printer Accessories and Supplies Part Number Description LNXX–UE 3 MB RAM module LNXX–AC EP-S Cartridge Supplies Kit (quantity = 1) LNXX–XA EP-S Cartridge Supplies Kit (quantity = 4) LNXX–XB EP-S Cartridge Supplies Kit (quantity = 16) LNXX–XC EP-S Cartridge Supp...

B.1 Ordering Information Use the following mailing addresses and telephone numbers to order products for the DEClaser 2200 plus printer. Table B–2: Ordering Within the U.S.A. MAIL Digital Equipment Corporation PO Box CS2008 Nashua, NH 03061 TELEPHONE Order toll free 1–800–DIGITAL (DECdirect) between...

Appendix C Specifications This appendix contains the operating and interface specifications for the DEClaser 2200 plus printer. C.1 Operating Specifications Type: Desktop page printer Printing Method: Electrophotographic using laser beam scanning Laser Power: 5 mW maximum Resolution: 300 dpi Printin...

C.2 Serial Interface Specifications Table 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. Table C–1: Serial Interface Pin Assignme...

Figure C–1: RS232C Pin Assignments MLO-004884 (Figure C-1; 12.5 picas) Specifications C–5

Figure C–2: Serial Connections to Modem MLO-004885 (Figure C-2; 19 picas) C–6 Operator’s Guide

Figure C–3: Serial Connections Without Modem MLO-004887 (Figure C-3; 23.5 picas) Specifications C–7

C.3 Parallel Interface Specifications Table 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. C–8 Operator’s Guide

Table 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 11 Busy Out 12 Call (PE) Out 13 Select Out 14–15 Not Connected – 16 0 Volts (Logic Ground) – 17 Chassis Ground – 18 5 Volts O...

Appendix D LN03 Compatibility This appendix contains information highlighting the differences between the DEClaser 2200 plus printer and the LN03 printer. This information is directed at the differences affecting compatibility between the printers. D.1 General Differences The following list identifi...

Glossary ASCII 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 desc...

CaPSL Canon Printing System Language. This page description language uses escape sequences to control the printer. character attribute A feature of a highlighted character. You can select underlining, bold printing, italic printing, and strike-through attributes. character set A set of codes that de...

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 2200 printer can perform duplex printing. EP-S cartridge Electrophotographi...

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 2200 does not allow printing to the physical edge of the page. initialize To set starting values such ...

NVRAM 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 w...

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...

resolution The number of dots in a defined area. The resolution of the DEClaser 2200 printer is 300 dpi. ROM 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 tran...

Index A Accessories and supplies, B–1 Associated documents, xiv Automatic new line feature, 4–23 B Baud rate feature, 4–30 Buffer control feature (xon/xoff), 4–31 C CDRH regulations, xvii Cleaning discharging pins, 7–15 internal surfaces, 7–2 primary corona wire, 7–7 the printer, 7–1 transfer corona...

INTERFACE menu, 4–28 to 4–31 Interface selection feature, 4–30 K Keypad in Keypad Mode, 3–4 in Menu Mode, 3–7, 4–3 L Labels special considerations, 5–10 specifications, 5–9 Laser safety, xvii LAYOUT menu, 4–20 to 4–23 Letterhead paper loading, 2–11, 2–14 LN03 compatibility, D–1 M Macro feature, 4–25...

Power off, 2–3 Power on, 2–1 Preprinted paper loading, 2–11, 2–14 Print density adjustment, 2–33 Printer components and functions, 1–1, 1–2, 1–8 Printer configuration memory, 4–5 to 4–9 Printer status messages, 6–2 Print media, 5–1 Punched paper loading, 2–11, 2–14 Q Quick Reference Guide, A–1 fonts...