Lexmark 102 - Manual

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Safety Information The construction of this machine provides extra protection againstthe risk of electric shock by grounding appropriate metal parts. Theextra protection may not function unless the power cord is connectedto a properly grounded outlet. This machine has a grounding-type(3-wire) power ...

The safety features of some parts may not always be obvious. Therefore, replacement parts must have the identical orequivalent characteristics as the original parts. The maintenance information for this machine has been written for the professional service person and is not intended to beused by oth...

Preface This guide describes the basic operating procedures for Models 102,1I1, 202, 2I1, 4I3, and 5I3 of the IBM 4230 Printer and should beread and used by those who install or operate the printer, orsupervise printer operations. You need only basic operating experience to use the IBM 4230Printer. ...

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

Publications The following publications provide information on the 4230 Printer. 4230 Printer Library For planning, setup, and operating information, see: IBM 4230 Printer Models 102, 1I1, 202, 2I1, 4I3, and 5I3 User’s Guide, SA40-0564. This guide describes the operatingprocedures for the IBM 4230 P...

For service information, see: IBM 4230 and 4232 Printers Maintenance Analysis Procedures, SA40-0571. This manual is a guide for servicing the IBM 4230Printer. It is the primary maintenance tool for trouble analysisand repair of the 4230 and 4232 Printers. IBM 4230 and 4232 Printers Maintenance Infor...

Introduction Your IBM 4230 Printer is a wire-matrix printer with many features tohelp you perform your work efficiently. Your printer combinesexcellent print quality along with the ability to print in several printstyles and graphics. Your printer receives some instructions from you and someinstruct...

You can set line spacing to the following lines per inch (LPI) from theoperator panel. LPI represents the number of lines to be printed pervertical inch. 6 8. For more information, see “Using Print Format and QualityParameters” in IBM 4230 Printer Models 102, 1I1, 202, 2I1, 4I3, and5I3 Operator Pane...

Chapter 1. Setting Up the 4230 Printer The following sections describe how to install the IBM* 4230 Printer.The installation procedure includes: Installing the ribbonInstalling the forms device Included with the printer are several manuals that can help you getstarted with the 4230 Printer: IBM 4230...

Beginning Printer Installation To install the 4230 Printer, follow these steps: 1. Be sure that you have the following items: F o r m s D e v i c e A c o u s t i c C o v e r P o w e r C o r d R i b b o n C a r t r i d g e S h i e l d Q u i c k R e f e r e n c e G u i d e P a p e r D o o r ( F 3 D e ...

6. Find the orange tie on the right side of the printer to the left of the print head. Carefully cut the orange tie and remove it fromthe printer. O r a n g e T i e 1-4 User’s Guide

7. Consult the following figure and then find the large orange knob and orange shipping brace in the center of the printer. Unscrewthe knob and remove the knob and shipping brace from theprinter. S h i p p i n g B r a c e Note: Save the shipping brace in case you relocate the printer. Chapter 1. Set...

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

5. Align the blue slotted opening on the bottom of the ribbon cartridge with the metal post. You may need to turn the blueribbon advance knob to align the slots. Lower the ribboncartridge onto the metal post. Be sure that the plastic tab on thebottom of the ribbon cartridge aligns with the hole in t...

7. Align the holes in the ribbon guide with the ribbon guide posts on the print head carrier. Press the guide all the way down onthe posts until the tops of the posts are even with the top ofthe ribbon guide. R i b b o n G u i d e R i b b o n G u i d e P o s t s 1-8 User’s Guide

8. To be sure you have installed the ribbon cartridge correctly, check that: a. The left side of the ribbon cartridge is securely snapped onto the printer. The right side fits over the ribbon drive post butdoes not latch down. b. There are no twists or folds in the ribbon. c. The ribbon is not catch...

Preparing for Forms Device Installation To prepare for installing the forms device, follow these steps: CAUTION:The construction of this machine provides extra protectionagainst the risk of electric shock by grounding appropriatemetal parts. The extra protection may not function unlessthe power cord...

3. Use the following figures to learn the location of keys and indicators on the operator panel. Figure 1-1, Figure 1-2,Figure 1-3 on page 1-13, and Figure 1-4 on page 1-13 showthe operator panel for each model. L o a d / E j e c t D i s p l a y A d d r e s s F o r m F e e d S t a r t S e t To p o f...

Operator Note If you turned the power Off (O) and back On (|) in less than10 seconds, the display may be blank or a message mayappear. If the power-on messages do not appear in your language,see “Using Printer Setup Parameters” in IBM 4230 PrinterModels 102, 1I1, 202, 2I1, 4I3, and 5I3 Operator Pane...

b. Press Scroll or Scroll until the printer displays c. Press Enter. The printer displays d. Press Enter. The printer displays e. Press Enter to save the configuration changes. The printer displays 14. Turn the power Off (O). CONFIGURATION MENUPrinter Setup CONFIGURATION MENUConfiguration Storage Co...

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

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

6. To be sure that you have installed the forms device correctly, look at the following figure and compare it to your printer. Checkboth the left and right sides. Are the clips around the platen rodas shown? If so, you installed the forms device correctly. If not,repeat Steps 3 through 5. P l a t e ...

Preparing to Load Forms To prepare to load forms in the F1 forms device, follow these steps: 1. Slide the print head to the far left side of the printer. 2. Loosen the blue forms tension knob by turning it counterclockwise, and then move the blue forms tension knobtowards the bottom of the printer u...

Loading Forms in the F1 Forms Device To load forms in the F1 forms device, follow these steps: 1. Feed the form into the bottom front of the printer. Be sure that the form goes under the blue forms guide/forms sensor andbetween the tension plates. See the figure on page 1-21 forhelp in locating the ...

2. Align and put the left paper holes of the form over the left tractor pins. Close the left blue tractor door. B l u e T r a c t o r D o o r 3. Move the right tractor until the right paper holes of the form fit on the right tractor pins. Be sure that the forms are straight. T r a c t o r P i n s Ch...

4. Close the right blue tractor door. Hold the tractor in place and lock the blue locking lever. Note: If necessary, unlock the tractor and adjust it so that theforms are not buckled or stretched too tightly. B l u e T r a c t o r D o o r B l u e L o c k i n g L e v e r 5. Close the access cover. Th...

c. Press Micro , Micro , or Line Feed to move the form so that the position of the first line you want to print is in thecenter of the flat platen rod surface. a b c d e f P l a t e n R o d P l a t e n R o d P l a t e n R o d S u r f a c e F i r s t P r i n t L i n e d. If you pressed Micro , you mi...

7. To adjust the forms tension: a. Open the front paper door as follows: 1) Pull the door up until it will not go any higher. 2) Push the door back slightly to lock it in the open position. P a p e r D o o r b. Move the blue forms tension knob upward to the number of form copies you are using. Make ...

The printer displays 5. Press Scroll or Scroll until the printer displays 6. Press Enter or Start to print this test. The Ready indicator comes on and printing begins. 7. Wait for the printer to stop printing and the Ready indicator to go off. 8. Press Form Feed until you can remove the printout. Th...

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

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

Adjusting the Print Quality After the printer prints a few lines, press Stop and verify that theprint quality is satisfactory. Good print quality includes: Clear, legible printSatisfactory darkness or lightness of output. It is up to you to decide if the print quality is satisfactory.Adjustments you...

of the first print line, see “Adjusting the Top of Form Position” onpage 1-46. Print Alignment This adjustment can affect the character formation and dotmixing on those characters that are printed with two passes ofthe print mechanism. To adjust the print alignment, see“Adjusting the Print Alignment...

L e f t M a r g i n L e f t M a r g i n R i g h t M a r g i n R i g h t M a r g i n C o r r e c t I n c o r r e c t 4. Lock the tractor. Adjusting the Forms Thickness SettingTo adjust the lightness or darkness of the print, you must increase ordecrease the gap between the print head and the platen r...

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

Adjusting the Top of Form PositionThe Micro and Micro keys control fine vertical movement. Eachtime you press these keys, the printer moves the form in 0.355 mm(0.014 in.) increments. Open the access cover. Then open the front paper door as follows: 1. Pull the door up until it will not go any highe...

2. If the first print line is not where you want it to be, press Micro , Micro , or Line Feed until it reaches the desired line. Note: If you need to adjust the paper downward, adjust at leastfive steps beyond where you want the top of form position; thenmake your final adjustment in the up directio...

Adjusting the Print AlignmentYou can adjust dot registration and print quality for characterscreated using bidirectional printing. The bidirectional alignment mayneed periodic adjustment to maintain print quality. To change the bidirectional alignment, follow these steps: 1. If the printer is ready,...

Unloading Forms To unload forms from the F1 forms device, follow these steps: 1. Press Stop. The printer displays 2. Open the acoustic cover. 3. Grasp the form below the printer and tear along the perforation. 4. Press Form Feed as many times as needed to advance and remove the remaining form or for...

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

Removing the Continuous Forms Device (F1) Note: If you are removing this forms device to install a differentforms device, make sure you change the selected forms device inthe Configuration Menu. To remove the F1 forms device, follow these steps: 1. If forms are in the printer, unload them (see “Unlo...

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

2. Unlock the right blue locking lever and move the right tractor assembly to the extreme right. B l u e S l i d i n g G u i d e s B l u e L o c k i n g L e v e r B o t t o m M e t a l B a r R i g h t T r a c t o r A s s e m b l y To p o f F o r m s D e v i c e Te a r B a r 3. Lower the forms device...

Preparing to Load Forms To prepare to load forms in the F2 forms device, follow these steps: 1. Slide the print head to the far left side of the printer. 2. Open both of the blue tractor doors. B l u e T r a c t o r D o o r s 3. Get continuous forms paper that is at least 203.2 mm (8 in.) wide. Chap...

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

4. Feed the form into the printer until the paper is on at least two tractor pins on each side. Be sure that the form goes under theblue forms guide/forms sensor. B l u e F o r m s G u i d e / F o r m s S e n s o r 5. Put the left paper holes over the left tractor pins. Close the left blue tractor d...

6. Move the right tractor assembly and blue sliding guides until the right paper holes of the form fit on the right tractor pins. Besure that the forms are straight. Close the right blue tractordoor. R i g h t T r a c t o r A s s e m b l y 7. Hold the right tractor in place and lock the blue locking...

10. If you adjusted the load position, press Set Top of Form to keep the load position consistent with the top of form position.Pressing Set Top of Form establishes the first print line at whichprinting is to start on each form. The alarm beeps each time youpress the Set Top of Form key and the prin...

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

Adjusting the Print Quality After the printer prints a few lines, press Stop and verify that theprint quality is satisfactory. Good print quality includes: Clear, legible printSatisfactory darkness or lightness of output. It is up to you to decide if the print quality is satisfactory.Adjustments you...

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

2. If the first print line is not where you want it to be, press Micro , Micro , or Line Feed until it reaches the desired line. Note: If you need to adjust the paper downward, adjust at leastfive steps beyond where you want the top of form position; thenmake your final adjustment in the up directio...

Adjusting the Tear-off PositionThe Dual Purpose Forms Device Document on Demand featuresallow you to tear off a form using the tear bar upon completing aprint job. You can then prepare the printer to print the next print job. Te a r B a r To change the tear-off position of a form, follow these steps...

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

5. Open both of the blue tractor doors. B l u e T r a c t o r D o o r s 6. Lift the form off the tractor pins and pull the form out from the bottom of the printer. Chapter 1. Setting Up the 4230 Printer 1-85

Removing the Dual Purpose Forms Device (F2) Note: If you are removing this forms device to install a differentforms device, make sure you change the selected forms device inthe Configuration Menu. To remove the F2 forms device, follow these steps: 1. If forms are in the printer, unload them (see “Un...

4. Close the blue tractor doors. 5. Push the metal bar at the bottom of the device toward the rear of the printer until the forms device unlocks. B o t t o m o f F o r m s D e v i c e M e t a l B a r 6. Grasp the top of the forms device and lift it out. To p o f F o r m s D e v i c e Chapter 1. Sett...

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

2. Unlock the blue locking lever and move the right roller assembly to the extreme right. B l u e L o c k i n g L e v e r R i g h t R o l l e r A s s e m b l y B o t t o m o f F o r m s D e v i c e B l u e S l i d i n g G u i d e 3. Hold the device at the top with the F3 in the upper left corner fac...

Changing the Paper Door The printer must have a different paper door installed to be used withthe F3 forms device. If you have ordered the F3 forms device, yourshipment includes an F3 forms device paper door. To change paper doors, follow these steps: 1. Open the standard paper door to the position ...

2. Grasp the lower section of the F3 paper door with both hands. Then align the grooves at the top of the door with the hinge pinson each side of the printer. Be sure that you align the door atthe angle shown. Then slowly push the door in place. F3 P a p e r D o o r Ta b S l o t H i n g e P i n The ...

Preparing to Load Forms To prepare to load forms in the F3 forms device, follow these steps: 1. Install one of the lower forms guides (if not already installed). a. Place the lower forms guide in front of the forms chute so that the tab is under the chute. Ta b C h u t e b. Align the lower forms gui...

Loading Forms in the F3 Forms Device To load forms in the F3 forms device, follow these steps: 1. Adjust for the width of the form. Hold a form in front of the upper forms guide and against the left stop. Unlock the blue lockinglever and move the right roller assembly so that the pointer linesup wit...

2. Lock the blue locking lever. B l u e L o c k i n g L e v e r 3. Center the blue sliding guide between the roller assemblies. B l u e S l i d i n g G u i d e 4. Close the access cover. Then close the paper door by pulling it out and pushing it down until it latches. Chapter 1. Setting Up the 4230 ...

The printer displays 5. Press Scroll or Scroll until the printer displays 6. Press Enter or Start to begin this test. The printer displays 7. Carefully feed the form under the lower forms guide. Use the left edge of the lower forms guide to help feed the form instraight. Feed the form until the top ...

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

Adjusting the Print Quality After the printer prints a few lines, press Stop and verify that theprint quality is satisfactory. Good print quality includes: Clear, legible printSatisfactory darkness or lightness of output. It is up to you to decide if the print quality is satisfactory.Adjustments you...

5. Carefully feed the form under the lower forms guide. Use the left edge of the lower forms guide to help feed the form instraight. Feed the form until the top edge touches both the leftand right feed rollers. Continue to hold the form. L o w e r F o r m s G u i d e The printer displays 6. Press Lo...

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

Adjusting the Top of Form PositionThe Micro and Micro keys control fine vertical movement. Eachtime you press these keys, the printer moves the form in 0.355 mm(0.014 in.) increments. Note: If you use the Micro , Micro , or Line Feed keys to adjustthe print position, you may need to reprint the page...

4. When the form is in the correct position, press Set Top of Form. The alarm beeps and the printer displays Note: The limits for the top of form position adjustment from thedefault position is + 101.6 and − 8.47 mm ( + 4 and − 0.34 in.). 5. Press Load/Eject to eject the form. 6. Repeat Steps 1 and ...

5. Carefully feed the form under the lower forms guide. Use the left edge of the lower forms guide to help feed the form instraight. Feed the form until the top edge touches both the leftand right feed rollers. Continue to hold the form. L o w e r F o r m s G u i d e The printer displays 6. Press Lo...

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

Removing the Document Insertion Device (F3) Note: If you are removing this forms device to install a differentforms device, make sure you change the selected forms device inthe Configuration Menu. To remove the F3 forms device, follow these steps: 1. If forms are in the printer, unload them (see “Un...

4. Push the bottom of the device toward the rear of the printer until it unlocks. F i n g e r G r i p s 5. Grasp the top of the forms device and lift it out. P l a t e n R o d To p o f F o r m s D e v i c e Chapter 1. Setting Up the 4230 Printer 1-115

Using the Acoustic Cover The following sections describe how to remove and reinstall theacoustic cover. Removing the Acoustic Cover If you need to remove the acoustic cover for any reason from thepaper exit area, follow these steps: 1. Pivot the acoustic cover open until it is vertical.2. Locate the...

Chapter 2. Attaching the 4230 Printer to YourComputer | This chapter provides specific instructions on attaching the printer to | your computer. Models 102 and 1I1 can attach to a computer using | a twinaxial connector. Models 202 and 2I1 can attach to a | computer using a coaxial connector. Model 4...

Models 102, 1I1, and 4I3 Twinaxial Attachment Supported computers include: System/36 Application System/400* (AS/400*)5294 and 5394 Remote Control Units. Attaching a Twinaxial Signal Cable to the Printer To attach a twinaxial cable (not shipped with the printer), follow thesesteps: 1. Set the addres...

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

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

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

| 9. For Model 4I3: Place the two cables from the V-connector | through the cable clamp. Make sure the cables lay flat and are | not crossed. M o d e l s 4 I 3 C a b l e C l a m p Chapter 2. Attaching the 4230 Printer to Your Computer 2-9

| Attaching the Cable to Your Computer If you are attaching the printer to an IBM AS/400 and haveconnected the signal cable to your computer, go to “Connecting YourPrinter to an IBM AS/400” on page 2-12 for information aboutconfiguring your system. If you are attaching your printer to an IBMSystem/3...

2. System Configuration for a 4230 Printer a. Auto Configuration Auto Configuration can be utilized when either locally orremotely attaching to the system. The printer is configuredas DEVTYPE (*IPDS), AFP (*NO). Other parameters areautomatically assigned by the system. If you need to specifyAFP equa...

Models 202, 2I1, and 5I3 Coaxial Attachment Supported computers include: 3270 Information Display Systems 43xx Processors ES/9000* and ES/9370* Processors3174 and 3274 Remote Control Units. Attaching a Coaxial Signal Cable to the Printer CAUTION: Make sure the machine is turned Off (O) before you co...

To attach a coaxial cable (not shipped with the printer), follow thesesteps: 1. Attach one end of the signal cable to the cable connector at the rear of the printer. 2. Turn the cable connector clockwise until the cable locks in place. B e z e l M o d e l s 2 0 2 a n d 2 I 1 M o d e l 5 I 3 C a b l ...

Models 4I3 and 5I3 (when parallel or serial is theactive interface) Supported computers include: IBM Personal ComputerIBM Personal System/2*IBM RISC System/6000*IBM AS/400* with ASCII controllerIBM 4033 LAN Adapter. Connecting to the Parallel or Serial Interface Parallel or serial cables are not shi...

Attaching a Serial Cable CAUTION: Make sure the machine is turned Off (O) before you connect or disconnect the power cord or other cables. If the machine has cables other than the power cord, you must connect them before you plug the power cord into anoutlet. You must first unplug the power cord fro...

Parts of the Printer The 4230 Printer has the following parts: P r i n t H e a d R i b b o n P o w e r S w i t c h A c c e s s C o v e r O p e r a t o r P a n e l P a p e r D o o r M o d e l a n d S e r i a l N u m b e r B l u e F o r m s G u i d e / F o r m s S e n s o r ( u n d e r p a p e r d o o...

Power Switch The power switch supplies electricity to the printer. It has twopositions: On (|) and Off (O). P o w e r S w i t c h Notes: 1. When you turn the power On (|), a power-on test runs. For the description of the power-on test, see “Power-On Test” onpage 3-4. 2. Always wait 10 seconds after ...

Forms Guide/Forms Sensor The blue forms guide/forms sensor works in several ways. Theway it works depends on the type of forms device installed in theprinter. B l u e F o r m s G u i d e / F o r m s S e n s o r With a Continuous Forms Device (F1) or a Dual Purpose FormsDevice (F2) installed, the sen...

The Document Insertion Device (F3) has an additional guide called alower forms guide that fits over the sensor. L o w e r F o r m s G u i d e The lower forms guide works as: A guide for aligning the cut sheet form. The sensor works as: A sensor for detecting the presence of a form and activating the...

Automatic Forms Thickness Adjustment (AFTA) The Automatic Forms Thickness Adjustment (AFTA) mechanismperforms the following tasks: Automatically measures the forms thickness and adjusts the gap from the print head to the platen rod based on the measuredvalue. Measures the form thickness whenever pri...

Operator Panel The operator panel includes a 2-line by 40-character display,6 indicators, 16 keys, and an audible alarm. Figure 3-2, Figure 3-3, Figure 3-4 on page 3-10, and Figure 3-5 onpage 3-10 show the operator panels for each model. L o a d / E j e c t D i s p l a y A d d r e s s F o r m F e e ...

Unit Check IndicatorThe Unit Check indicator has two operating conditions: Off The printer has not detected any printer errors. Blinking The printer has detected a printer error. The alarm beeps(if not disabled). If the printer also displays a status code,go to “Using the Status Code and Problem Lis...

Configuration Parameter Values Parameter values are settings that the printer recognizes to do thefollowing: Format the printed pageSet printing and performance optionsSet character sets for different languagesModify the alarm volume or disable the alarm. The printer can use the parameter values set...

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

Forms Handling Devices The optional forms handling devices available for your printer are: Continuous Forms Device (F1)Dual Purpose Forms Device (F2)Document Insertion Device (F3)Auto Sheet Feeder (F4). Each forms device is described on the following pages. Continuous Forms Device (F1) To p o f F o ...

Dual Purpose Forms Device (F2) B o t t o m M e t a l B a r C l i p s To p o f F o r m s D e v i c e Te a r B a r The Dual Purpose Forms Device (F2) is available for all models. The device has an F2 surrounded by a square in the upper leftcorner of the device. Use this device when printing work that ...

Document Insertion Device (F3) F 3 F3 C l i p s To p o f F o rm s D e v i c e B o tto m o f F o r m s D e v ic e F i n g e r G r i p s The Document Insertion Device (F3) is available for all models. The device has an F3 by itself in the upper left corner of the device. Use this device for printing c...

Auto Sheet Feeder Device (F4) F4 F 4 The Auto Sheet Feeder Device (F4) is available for all models of the4230 Printer. The device has an F4 by itself in the upper left corner of the device. This device is used for automatic feeding and printing of cut forms.It can feed paper from one of three bins o...

Caring for Your Printer Your printer requires very little care, but the following suggestionsare helpful to prevent damage and to keep it clean. Be sure that you use the correct IBM ribbon cartridge (IBM part 1040580 or IBM part 1040440). Do not place liquid containers near the printer. Keep the acc...

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

6. Press Start to make the printer ready to print. The printer starts printing as soon as the computer sends thedata and the printer finishes processing the data. 7. If necessary, repeat adjustments to improve print quality. Note: You may have to check with the programmer orcomputer operator if the ...

Chapter 4. Replacing Your Ribbon This chapter describes how to remove and replace the ribboncartridge and how to make ribbon adjustments. Warning: Damage to the printer can occur if you do not use IBMribbons (IBM part 1040580 or 1040440) especially designed for the4230 Printer. Call Lexmark at 1-800...

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

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

4. Align the blue slotted opening on the bottom of the ribbon cartridge with the metal post. You may have to turn the blueribbon advance knob to align the slots. Lower the ribboncartridge onto the metal post. Be sure that the plastic tab on thebottom of the ribbon cartridge aligns with the hole in t...

6. Align the holes in the ribbon guide with the ribbon guide posts on the print head carrier. Press the guide all the way down onthe ribbon guide posts until the tops of the posts are evenwith the top of the ribbon guide. R i b b o n G u i d e R i b b o n G u i d e P o s t s Chapter 4. Replacing You...

Chapter 5. Using the Operator Print Tests This chapter describes the print tests you can perform to: Demonstrate printing capabilitiesAdjust printer operationsCheck the printer configurationCheck printer operation. Any of these tests can be performed at anytime. However, all testsshould be performed...

Printer Demonstration You can print samples of all the available print qualities,representative charts, bar codes, and bit image graphics, by usingthe Printer Demonstration test. This test can also be used to verifyparts of the printer mechanism. Note: The 4230 Printer can perform this test without ...

Top of Form Alignment You can print a single line of text to help in setting the top of formposition using the Top of Form Alignment test. The test prints a rowof H’s, and lets you adjust the top of form position and to printanother row of H’s until the top of form position is set where youwant it. ...

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

Left Margin Alignment You can print a single line of text to help in setting the left marginposition using the Left Margin Alignment Test. You can also changethe current left margin position using this test. You can set the left margin position from 1 to 66 units (where each | unit is 0.686 mm [0.02...

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

Printer Configuration You can print the current values for each parameter. Eachparameter is shown with its corresponding value printed to the right.The category and parameter names are printed in the current DisplayLanguage used on the operator panel. The current custom set isnoted at the top right ...

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

Printer Verification You can test general print quality and the wires in the print head byusing the Printer Verification test. This test prints nine horizontallines using each wire on the print head. After these nine lines haveprinted, several lines of data processing (DP) characters are printedfoll...

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

Bidirectional Adjustment You can adjust dot registration and print quality for characterscreated using bidirectional printing. The bidirectional alignment mayneed periodic adjustment to maintain print quality. To change the bidirectional alignment, follow these steps: 1. Enter the Operator Print Tes...

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

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

Introduction All operators should know the following: Locations of printer partsThe use and functions of the operator panel keysForms loading and unloading Ribbon changing Problem solving Model number and attachment type identification. In addition, some operators might be responsible for the follow...

Guideline for Training To introduce a new operator to the printer, use the following steps asa guideline. Change the steps, as needed, to suit your workingenvironment and the operator’s level of responsibility. 1. Show the operator this guide and discuss the contents of Chapter 1, “Setting Up the 42...

Customer Responsibility Discuss the importance of the operator knowing what is and what isnot customer responsibility. The customer is responsible formaintaining, removing, installing, and ordering the following: Ribbon cartridges Paper. Also, the customer is responsible for following the instructio...

Appendix B. Problem Solving When the printer displays a status code, you need to know whataction to take to recover from the displayed condition. This chapterlists the status codes and recovery actions and gives a list ofproblems, probable causes, and recovery actions for problems thatdo not display...

Using the Status Code and Problem Listings When a problem with the printer occurs, the printer displays a statuscode and message. The message on the display identifies theproblem and gives a recommended action. Status Code and Message Displays: Find the code listed innumeric order on the following p...

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

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

P a p e r P r e s e n t S e n s o r To clean this sensor: 1. Turn the power Off (O).2. Remove the ribbon.3. Hold the sensor in place by pushing it down with a finger.4. Clean the front surface, opposite the wires and closest to the paper, with a cotton swab or a piece of cloth. 5. Replace the ribbon...

This status code is automatically reset by the computer and shouldonly appear briefly on the display. If the printer continues to displaythe message, follow these steps: CAUTION: Make sure the machine is turned Off (O) before you connect or disconnect the power cord or other cables. If the machine h...

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

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

Auto Sheet Feeder (F4): 1. Press Stop. 2. Place paper in the manual bin. 3. Press Load. 4. Press Start. Continuous Forms Device (F1) and Dual Purpose Forms Device(F2): 1. Press Stop. 2. Load forms. 3. Be sure that the forms are loaded correctly and that they are under the blue forms guide/forms sens...

Continuous Forms Device (F1) and Dual Purpose Forms Device(F2): The computer has requested a cut form. The forms device installeddoes not handle cut forms. 1. Press Stop. 2. Install either the F3 or F4 forms device and set that device through the Configuration Menu (see Chapter 1, “Setting Up the423...

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

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

These status messages are correct display sequences duringpower-on, but they should not remain on. If they remain on more than 30 seconds: 1. Turn the power Off (O).2. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the power On (|).3. If the printer displays the same message for more than 30 seconds, call for service. ...

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

Table B-3. Miscellaneous Problems Problem Page Wrong language set B-47 First print character in wrong place B-47 Overprinting B-38 Characters off registration B-38,B-44, B-43 Printing off forms B-42 Forms Device Inspection If you have form feeding problems and the printer does not display astatus co...

Problem List Warning: When using a Continuous Forms (F1) Device, never pullor unload forms in the downward direction, or you may damage thedevice. Always unload forms from the top of the printer. Causes are listed for each problem in order of priority. Problem: Forms do not advance or overprint occu...

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

Problem: Ribbon not moving 1: The ribbon cartridge is not properly installed. Solution: Remove and then reinstall the same ribbon. SeeChapter 4, “Replacing Your Ribbon.” If the ribbon still does notmove, replace the ribbon. Problem: Ribbon moves continuously 1: The ribbon drive circuit is failing. S...

Appendix C. Forms Information The following chapter describes the forms specifications, quality, andrestrictions needed for use with the 4230 Printer. Forms Specifications The 4230 Printer operates with continuous forms and cut sheetforms. If your printer is equipped with either the F1 or F2 form fe...

Continuous Forms — F1 or F2Dimensions Forms Maximum Minimum Width 381 mm (15 in.) 76.2 mm (3 in.) Length 355.6 mm (14 in.) 76.2 mm (3 in.) Thickness The thickness of all forms should be a minimum of 0.08 mm (0.003in.) and a maximum of 0.64 mm (0.025 in.). Acceptable print quality will be provided on...

Cut Sheet Forms — F4All paper used in the Auto Sheet Feeder should be new and withoutpackaging damage. The papers defined below are consideredacceptable for use in the F4 device. Any others should beoperationally tested before regular use. Dimensions The paper sizes shown in the following table incl...

Additional Forms Restrictions For best results when printing, the following forms restrictions apply: Fastening recommendations: – Form plies must not be fastened with any staples and must be fastened securely enough to prevent partial formsseparation. – For the F3 forms device, multiple-part forms ...

Positioning Forms When you design the forms layout for your 4230 Printer, keep the | physical dimensions and forms quality in mind. See Figure C-1 on | page C-10, Figure C-2 on page C-11, Figure C-3 on page C-12, | and Figure C-4 on page C-13 and the following information to obtainbest results when ...

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

| Cable Configurations | Cable configurations depend on the computer or devices and | machines in the controlling system. | The following diagrams show some of the possible configurations for | the RS-232C and RS-422A connection. | RS-232C | Local Simplex — DTR Pacing, No Status Reporting (7 ) (2 ) ...

| Local Duplex — XON/XOFF Pacing, Status Reporting (7 ) (2 ) (7 ) (3 ) (2 0 ) (6 ) (3 ) (2 ) (2 0 ) (6 ) SG R X D DTR SG T X D RT S C TS T X D R X D C TS RT S DSR (4 ) DTR (5 ) (5 ) (4 ) DSR C o m p u t e r P r i n t e r | RS-422A (1 9 ) (2 5 ) (1 5 ) (1 7 ) + R X D + T X D - - R X D T X D R X D R X...

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

Glossary This glossary defines important 4230Printer abbreviations and terms. Itincludes information from the IBMDictionary of Computing,SC20-1699. It also includes terms and definitionsfrom: The American National Dictionary for InformationProcessing Systems, copyright1982 by the Computer andBusines...

See also Refers to related terms thathave similar (but notsynonymous) meanings. A access cover. Provides access tothe top of the printer for cleaning,changing ribbon cartridges, andloading or changing forms devices. acoustic cover. A cover bondedwith a material that reducesoperating noise from a mac...

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

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