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4232 Printer Model 302 User’s Guide SA24-4386-01 IBM.
Note! Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the general information under “Notices” on page ix. | Second Edition (September 1994) | This major revision obsoletes and replaces SA24-4386-00 and Technical Newsletter | SN24-2028-00.
Contents Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix Electronic Emission Notices ...................... i x Trademarks and Service Marks ................... xii Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting the Forms Thickness Setting .......... 1-70 Adjusting the Left Margin .................. 1-72 Adjusting the Top of Form Position ............ 1-74 Adjusting the Tear-off Position ............... 1-76 Adjusting the Load Position .............
Operator Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9 Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10 Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10 Power Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix A. Training Guideline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2 Guideline for Training ........................ A-3 Customer Responsibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . X-7 Contents vii.
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Notices References in this publication to IBM products, programs, or services do not imply that IBM intends to make these available in all countries in which IBM operates. Any reference to an IBM product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only IBM's product, program, or service may be used.
cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment. Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
New Zealand Compliance Statement This is a Class A computing device and shall not be located at a distance closer than 20 meters from the boundary of a residential property.
Trademarks and Service Marks The following terms, denoted by an asterisk (*) in this publication, are trademarks of the IBM Corporation in the United States or other countries or both.
Safety Information The construction of this machine provides extra protection against the risk of electric shock by grounding appropriate metal parts. The extra protection may not function unless the power cord is connected to a properly grounded outlet.
The safety features of some parts may not always be obvious. Therefore, replacement parts must have the identical or equivalent characteristics as the original parts. The maintenance information for this machine has been written for the professional service person and is not intended to be used by others.
Preface This guide describes the basic operating procedures for the IBM* 4232 Printer Model 302 and should be read and used by those who install or operate the printer, or supervise printer operations. You need only basic operating experience to use the printer.
Appendix B, “Problem Solving,” describes how to diagnose and solve printer problems. Appendix C, “Forms Information,” describes the types of forms needed for each forms device. Appendix D, “Declaration of IBM Product Noise Emission Values,” provides the noise emission values for the printer.
Publications The following publications provide information on the 4232 Printer Model 302. For planning, setup, and operating information, see: IBM 4232 Printer Model 302 User’s Guide , SA24-4386. This guide describes the operating procedures for the printer (with special emphasis on using the forms devices).
For service information, see: IBM 4230 and 4232 Printers Maintenance Analysis Procedures , SA40-0571. This manual is a guide for servicing the IBM 4230 and 4232 Printers. It is the primary maintenance tool for trouble analysis and repair of the 4230 and 4232 Printers.
Introduction Your IBM 4232 Printer Model 302 is a wire-matrix printer with many features to help you perform your work efficiently. Your printer combines excellent print quality along with the ability to print in several print styles and graphics. Your printer receives some instructions from you and some instructions from the computer system .
You can set line spacing to the following lines per inch (LPI) from the operator panel. LPI represents the number of lines to be printed per vertical inch.
Chapter 1. Setting Up the 4232 Printer Model 302 The following sections describe how to install the IBM* 4232 Printer Model 302. The installation procedure includes: Installing the ribbon Installing the forms device Attaching the printer to your computer.
Beginning Printer Installation To install the printer, follow these steps: 1. Be sure that you have the following items: Acousti c Cover Ribbon Car tri dge Quick Refer ence Guide Maintenan ce Manuals .
2. Place the printer at the workstation (printer stand or table of your choice). Be sure that you have access to both the front and the rear of the printer. 3. Remove the protective film from the access cover window and discard it. 4. Remove the packaging material, if present, from under the acoustic door.
6. Find the orange tie on the right side of the printer to the left of the print head . Carefully cut the orange tie and remove it from the printer..
7. Consult the following figure and then find the large orange knob and orange shipping brace in the center of the printer. Unscrew the knob and remove the knob and shipping brace from the printer.
Installing the Ribbon Cartridge and Guide The following sections describe preparation, installation, and verification of the ribbon cartridge. To install a new ribbon cartridge, follow these steps: 1. Slide the print head to the center of the printer.
5. Align the blue slotted opening on the bottom of the ribbon cartridge with the metal post . You may need to turn the blue ribbon advance knob to align the slots. Lower the ribbon cartridge onto the metal post . Be sure that the plastic tab on the bottom of the ribbon cartridge aligns with the hole in the printer casting.
7. Align the holes in the ribbon guide with the ribbon guide posts o n the print head carrier . Press the guide all the way down on the posts until the tops of the posts are even with the top of the ribbon guide .
8. To be sure you have installed the ribbon cartridge correctly, check that: a. The left side of the ribbon cartridge is securely snapped onto the printer. The right side fits over the ribbon drive post but does not latch down. b. There are no twists or folds in the ribbon.
Preparing for Forms Device Installation To prepare for installing the forms device, follow these steps: CAUTION: The construction of this machine provides extra protection against the risk of electric shock by grounding appropriate metal parts. The extra protection may not function unless the power cord is connected to a properly grounded outlet.
2. If you received your printer without an operator panel template installed, you must install the template shipped with the printer. To install the template, do the following: a. Remove the paper from the back of the template. b. Press the template into place on the operator panel, as shown in the following figure.
4. Turn the power On (|). Note: Do not turn the printer power Off (O) during setup unless instructed to do so. The printer does the following: a. All indicators and blocks on the display light, and the alarm beeps. Then the printer displays The printer then displays b.
d. Press Stop . The printer may display and then Ignore these messages until you have attached the printer to your computer. (Press Stop to turn off the alarm, if necessary.
4) Try another electrical device (such as a lamp) in the outlet. 5) If the outlet is working, connect the printer to the outlet again. Return to Step 4 on page 1-12 and try again. 6) If the printer still fails to come on, call your service representative.
9. Press Enter to select this category. 10. Press Scroll ↑ or Scroll ↓ until the printer displays 11. Press Enter to select this parameter. 12. Press Scroll ↑ or Scroll ↓ until the printer displays the desired forms device. 13. Press Enter to set the device.
d. Press Enter . The printer displays e. Press Enter to save the configuration changes. The printer displays 15. Turn the power Off (O). 16. Slide the print head to the center of the printer. 17. You are now ready to install the forms device. Go to “Selecting the Forms Device Installation Procedure” on page 1-17.
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 1-18 to install the F1 forms device. Go to “Installing and Using the Dual Purpose Forms Device (F2)” on page 1-53 to install the F2 forms device.
Installing and Using the Continuous Forms Device (F1) The following sections describe how to install and use the Continuous Forms Device (F1). Note: Make sure that the proper forms device is configured. See “Preparing for Forms Device Installation” on page 1-10 for the exact steps.
3. Lower the forms device into the printer behind the platen rod s o that the bottom metal bar enters the printer first. Align the ends of the forms device with the slots in the frame. Continue to lower the forms device until the device rests in the slots of the frame.
6. To be sure that you have installed the forms device correctly, look at the following figure and compare it to your printer. Check both the left and right sides. Are the clips around the platen rod as shown? If so, you installed the forms device correctly.
Preparing to Load Forms To prepare to load forms in the F1 forms device, follow these steps: 1. Slide the print head to the far left side of the printer. 2. Loosen the blue forms tension knob by turning it counterclockwise, and then move the blue forms tension knob towards the bottom of the printer until you see the * below the number 1.
4. Open both of the blue tractor doors ..
Loading Forms in the F1 Forms Device To load forms in the F1 forms device, follow these steps: 1. Feed the form into the bottom front of the printer. Be sure that the form goes under the blue forms guide/forms sensor and between the tensioning plates.
2. Align and put the left paper holes of the form over the left tractor pins . Close the left blue tractor door . Blue T ractor Door 1-24 User’s Guide Model 302.
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. Tr act o r P i n s 4. Close the right blue tractor door . Hold the tractor in place and lock the blue locking lever .
5. Close the access cover. Then close the paper door by pulling it out and pushing it down until it latches. 6. To align the top of form position, follow these steps: a. Turn the power On (|) and wait for the power-on sequence to complete (see “Power-On Test” on page 2-3).
c. Press Micro ↑ , Micro ↓ , or Line Feed to move the form so that the position of the first line you want to print is in the center of the flat platen rod surface. abc def P l at en R od P l at en R od P l at e n R od S ur f ace F i r s t P r i nt Li ne d.
7. To adjust the forms tension: a. Open the front paper door as follows: 1) Pull the door up until it will not go any higher. 2) Push the door back slightly to lock it in the open position. Paper Door b. Move the blue forms tension knob upward to the number of form copies you are using.
c. Press Start . The printer displays and then may display Ignore this message until you have attached the printer to your computer. (Press Stop to turn off the alarm, if necessary.
Using the Printer Verification Test for the F1 Forms Device To run the printer verification test, follow these steps: 1. Turn the power On (|) if not already on. 2. Wait until the printer displays 3. Press Stop . The printer displays and then may display Ignore this message until you have attached the printer to your computer.
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.
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9. Compare your printout with the sample printout. Did the lines print and is the remainder of the printout clear and readable? If YES , go to Step 10.
Setup and Checkout Complete You have completed a simple setup and checkout of the printer. IBM recommends that you print your power-on custom set (Custom Set A) factory defaults and save this printout for future reference. You are ready to attach the printer to your computer.
Adjusting the Print Quality After the printer prints a few lines, press Stop and verify that the print quality is satisfactory. Good print quality includes: Clear, legible print Satisfactory darkness or lightness of output. It is up to you to decide if the print quality is satisfactory.
Left Margin and Top of Form Position The adjustment of the first print position can affect the appearance of the output, especially if you are using preprinted forms. To adjust the position of the first print character, see “Adjusting the Left Margin” on page 1-42.
Adjusting the Tractor Tension The tractor tension adjustment controls the amount of buckle the forms have after they are loaded in the printer. Since the left tractor does not move, you make this adjustment by moving the right tractor.
Adjusting the Forms Thickness Setting To adjust the lightness or darkness of the print, you must increase or decrease the gap between the print head and the platen rod. This distance is automatically set for you by the Automatic Forms Thickness Adjustment (AFTA), but you can make corrections to the distance if the print output is not as you desire.
4. When you release the key, the printer automatically saves the current value. Note: The J ’s indicate the position of the print head relative to the limits. As long as you press Darker or Lighter , the printer displays an increasing amount of darkness or lightness until one of the limits of the gap is reached.
Adjusting the Forms Tension The forms tension lever controls the tension on the forms. The blue forms tension knob lets you adjust the setting of the forms tension lever. The forms tensioner is a metal plate with a row of metal fingers that applies tension to the form according to the setting of the forms tension lever.
Decreasing Forms Tension: To decrease tension on the forms, follow these steps: 1. Loosen the blue forms tension knob by rotating the knob counterclockwise. 2. Move the knob to a lower number setting. For example, if the knob was set at 3, move the knob to 2.
Adjusting the Left Margin You can print a single line of text to help in setting the left margin position using the Left Margin Alignment Test. You can also change the current left margin position using this test. You can set the left margin position from 1 to 66 units (where each | unit is 0.
The printer also prints a single line of H ’s. 5. If the H ’s do not start where you want your left margin, press Scroll ↑ or Scroll ↓ until the printer displays the desired value for the left margin position. 6. Press Enter . An asterisk ( * ) appears in front of the selected value.
Adjusting the Top of Form Position The Micro ↑ and Micro ↓ keys control fine vertical movement. Each time you press these keys, the printer moves the form in 0.355 mm (0.014 in.) increments. Open the access cover. Then open the front paper door as follows: 1.
2. If the first print line is not where you want it to be, press Micro ↑ , Micro ↓ , or Line Feed until it reaches the desired line. Note: If you need to adjust the paper downward, adjust at least five steps beyond where you want the top of form position; then make your final adjustment in the up direction.
Adjusting the Print Alignment You can adjust dot registration and print quality for characters created using bidirectional printing. The bidirectional alignment may need periodic adjustment to maintain print quality. To change the bidirectional alignment, follow these steps: 1.
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5. If the default value does not give the best print sample, press Scroll ↓ or Scroll ↑ until the printer displays the same number of arrows that were printed beside the best print sample line. Press Enter to set this as the new default value. The printer then prints another line to demonstrate the new default value, and the test is complete.
Unloading Forms To unload forms from the F1 forms device, follow these steps: 1. Press Stop . The printer displays 2. Open the acoustic cover. 3. Grasp the form below the printer and tear along the perforation. 4. Press Form Feed as many times as needed to advance and remove the remaining form or forms.
5. Remove the form or forms from the top of the printer. Warning: Do not remove forms by pulling them out from the bottom. Damage to the forms device can result.
Removing the Continuous Forms Device (F1) Note: If you are removing this forms device to install a different forms device, make sure you change the selected forms device in the Configuration Menu.
4. Push the metal bar at the bottom of the device toward the rear of the printer until the forms device unlocks. Bottom of Forms Device Meta l Bar 5. Grasp the top of the forms device and lift it out.
Installing and Using the Dual Purpose Forms Device (F2) The following sections describe how to install and use the Dual Purpose Forms Device (F2). Note: Make sure that the proper forms device is configured. See “Preparing for Forms Device Installation” on page 1-10 for the exact steps.
2. Unlock the right blue locking lever and move the right tractor assembly to the extreme right. Blue S liding Guides Blue Locking Lever Bott om Metal Bar Right T ractor Ass embly T op of Form s Device Te a r B a r 3. Lower the forms device into the printer behind the platen rod .
4. Look through the front bottom opening in the printer and find the metal bar at the bottom of the forms device. 5. Grasp the metal bar with BOTH hands and pull firmly toward you and then upward until both ends LOCK into place. B ot t om of F or m s D evi ce Me t a l B a r 6.
Preparing to Load Forms To prepare to load forms in the F2 forms device, follow these steps: 1. Slide the print head to the far left side of the printer. 2. Open both of the blue tractor doors . Blue T ractor Doors 3. Get continuous forms paper that is at least 203.
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 2-3). 2. Wait until the printer displays 3. Press Stop . The printer displays and then may display Ignore this message until you have attached the printer to your computer.
4. Feed the form into the printer until the paper is on at least two tractor pins on each side. Be sure that the form goes under the blue forms guide/forms sensor . Blue Forms Guide/ Forms Sensor 5. Put the left paper holes over the left tractor pins .
6. Move the right tractor assembly and blue sliding guides until the right paper holes of the form fit on the right tractor pins .B e sure that the forms are straight. Close the right blue tractor door . R i ght Tr act or A ss em bl y 7. Hold the right tractor in place and lock the blue locking lever .
8. Evenly space the blue sliding guides between the tractors. Sliding Guide s 9. Perform an autoload by pressing Load/Eject , and the form will automatically move to the load position. For more information, see “Adjusting the Load Position” on page 1-78.
10. If you adjusted the load position, press Set Top of Form to keep the load position consistent with the top of form position. Pressing Set Top of Form establishes the first print line at which printing is to start on each form. The alarm beeps each time you press the Set Top of Form key and the printer displays 11.
Using the Printer Verification Test for the F2 Forms Device To run the printer verification test, follow these steps: 1. Turn the power On (|) if not already on. 2. Wait until the printer displays 3. Press Stop . The printer displays and then may display Ignore this message until you have attached the printer to your computer.
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.
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9. Compare your printout with the sample printout. Did the lines print and is the remainder of the printout clear and readable? If YES , go to Step 10.
Setup and Checkout Complete You have completed a simple setup and checkout of the printer. IBM recommends that you print your power-on custom set (Custom Set A) factory defaults and save this printout for future reference. You are ready to attach the printer to your computer.
Adjusting the Print Quality After the printer prints a few lines, press Stop and verify that the print quality is satisfactory. Good print quality includes: Clear, legible print Satisfactory darkness or lightness of output. It is up to you to decide if the print quality is satisfactory.
Tear-off Position By moving the perforations in continuous forms close to the tear bar, you can separate the forms more easily. To adjust the tear position, see “Adjusting the Tear-off Position” on page 1-76. Load Position By using the operator panel, you can adjust the load position.
3. Adjust the right tractor as necessary: Unlock and move the tractor toward the left side of the printer to loosen the tension on the forms. Unlock and move the tractor toward the right side of the printer to tighten the tension on the forms.
Adjusting the Forms Thickness Setting To adjust the lightness or darkness of the print, you must increase or decrease the gap between the print head and the platen rod. This distance is automatically set for you by the Automatic Forms Thickness Adjustment (AFTA), but you can make corrections to the distance if the print output is not as you desire.
4. When you release the key, the printer automatically saves the current value. Note: The J ’s indicate the position of the print head relative to the limits. As long as you press Darker or Lighter , the printer displays an increasing amount of darkness or lightness until one of the limits of the gap is reached.
Adjusting the Left Margin You can print a single line of text to help in setting the left margin position using the Left Margin Alignment Test. You can also change the current left margin position using this test. You can set the left margin position from 1 to 66 units (where each unit is 0.
The printer also prints a single line of H ’s. 5. If the H ’s do not start where you want your left margin, press Scroll ↑ or Scroll ↓ until the printer displays the desired value for the left margin position. 6. Press Enter . An asterisk ( * ) appears in front of the selected value.
Adjusting the Top of Form Position The Micro ↑ and Micro ↓ keys control fine vertical movement. Each time you press these keys, the printer moves the form in 0.355 mm (0.014 in.) increments. Note: If you use the Micro ↑ , Micro ↓ , or Line Feed keys to adjust the print position, you may need to reprint the page.
2. If the first print line is not where you want it to be, press Micro ↑ , Micro ↓ , or Line Feed until it reaches the desired line. Note: If you need to adjust the paper downward, adjust at least five steps beyond where you want the top of form position; then make your final adjustment in the up direction.
Adjusting the Tear-off Position The Dual Purpose Forms Device Document on Demand features allow you to tear off a form using the tear bar upon completing a print job. You can then prepare the printer to print the next print job. Te a r B a r To change the tear-off position of a form, follow these steps: | 1.
Note: If the last page of the form feeds past the forms sensor, the printer displays and pressing Load/Eject ejects the paper. To remove the form, follow these steps: 1. Tear off the paper toward the front of the printer. 2. Press Load/Eject to position the next form back to the top of form position.
Adjusting the Load Position The load position can only be adjusted following an operator initiated load or eject (F2 forms device only) function from the operator panel. You can adjust the load position using the Micro ↑ , Micro ↓ , or Line Feed keys.
3. Press Scroll ↓ or Scroll ↑ until the printer displays 4. Press Enter or Start to print this test. The Ready indicator goes on and printing begins. The test prints samples using alignment values higher and lower than the default value. The print sample using the default value is indicated with an asterisk ( * ).
The printer displays 5. If the default value does not give the best print sample, press Scroll ↓ or Scroll ↑ until the printer displays the same number of arrows that were printed beside the best print sample line. Press Enter to set this as the new default value.
Unloading Forms To unload forms from the F2 forms device, follow these steps: 1. Open the acoustic cover. 2. Tear off the forms at the tear bar. See “Adjusting the Tear-off Position” on page 1-76 for the procedure. 3. Press Stop . The printer displays 4.
5. Open both of the blue tractor doors . Blue T ractor Doo rs 6. Lift the form off the tractor pins and pull the form out from the bottom of the printer.
Removing the Dual Purpose Forms Device (F2) Note: If you are removing this forms device to install a different forms device, make sure you change the selected forms device in the Configuration Menu. To remove the F2 forms device, follow these steps: 1.
4. Close the blue tractor doors ..
Installing and Using the Document Insertion Device (F3) The following sections describe how to install and use the Document Insertion Device (F3). Note: Make sure that the proper forms device is configured. See “Preparing for Forms Device Installation” on page 1-10 for the exact steps.
2. Unlock the blue locking lever and move the right roller assembly to the extreme right. Blue Locking Lever Righ t R oller Ass embly Bottom of Forms Device Blue Sl iding Gui de 3. Hold the device at the top with the F 3 in the upper left corner facing you.
4. Look through the front bottom opening in the printer and find the finger grips at the bottom of the forms device. 5. Grasp the finger grips with BOTH hands and pull firmly toward you and then upward until both ends LOCK into place. F i nger G r i ps 6.
Changing the Paper Door The printer must have a different paper door installed to be used with the F3 forms device. If you have ordered the F3 forms device, your shipment includes an F3 forms device paper door. To change paper doors, follow these steps: 1.
2. Grasp the lower section of the F3 paper door with both hands. Then align the grooves at the top of the door with the hinge pins on each side of the printer.
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.
Loading Forms in the F3 Forms Device To load forms in the F3 forms device, follow these steps: 1. Adjust for the width of the form. Hold a form in front of the upper forms guide and against the left stop . Unlock the blue locking lever and move the right roller assembly so that the pointer lines up with the right edge of the form.
2. Lock the blue locking lever . Blue Locking Lever 3. Center the blue sliding guide between the roller assemblies. Blue Sl idin g Guide 4. Close the access cover.
Using the Printer Verification Test for the F3 Forms Device To run the printer verification test, follow these steps: 1. Turn the power On (|), if not already on. 2. Wait until the printer displays 3. Press Stop . The printer displays and then may display Ignore this message until you have attached the printer to your computer.
5. Press Scroll ↑ or Scroll ↓ until the printer displays 6. Press Enter or Start to begin this test. The printer displays 7. Carefully feed the form under the lower forms guide . Use the left edge of the lower forms guide to help feed the form in straight.
9. Wait for the printer to stop printing and the Ready indicator to go off. 10. The lines numbered 1 through 9 should print as shown on the sample printout, and the remainder of the printout should be clear and readable.
11. Compare your printout with the sample printout. Did the lines print and is the remainder of the printout clear and readable? If YES , go to Step 12.
Setup and Checkout Complete You have completed a simple setup and checkout of the printer. IBM recommends that you print your power-on custom set (Custom Set A) factory defaults and save this printout for future reference. You are ready to attach the printer to your computer.
Adjusting the Print Quality After the printer prints a few lines, press Stop and verify that the print quality is satisfactory. Good print quality includes: Clear, legible print Satisfactory darkness or lightness of output. It is up to you to decide if the print quality is satisfactory.
Adjusting the Forms Thickness Setting To adjust the lightness or darkness of the print, you must increase or decrease the gap between the print head and the platen rod. This distance is automatically set for you by the Automatic Forms Thickness Adjustment (AFTA), but you can make corrections to the distance if the print output is not as you desire.
4. When you release the key, the printer automatically saves the current value. Note: The J ’s indicates the position of the print head relative to the limits. As long as you press Darker or Lighter , the printer displays an increasing amount of darkness or lightness until one of the limits of the gap is reached.
Adjusting the Left Margin You can print a single line of text to help in setting the left margin position using the Left Margin Alignment Test. You can also change the current left margin position using this test. You can set the left margin position from 1 to 66 units (where each | unit is 0.
5. Carefully feed the form under the lower forms guide . Use the left edge of the lower forms guide to help feed the form in straight. Feed the form until the top edge touches both the left and right feed rollers . Continue to hold the form. Lower Forms G uide The printer displays 6.
The printer also prints a single line of H ’s. 7. If the H ’s do not start where you want your left margin, press Scroll ↑ or Scroll ↓ until the printer displays the desired value for the left margin position. 8. Press Enter . An asterisk ( * ) appears in front of the selected value.
Adjusting the Top of Form Position The Micro ↑ and Micro ↓ keys control fine vertical movement. Each time you press these keys, the printer moves the form in 0.355 mm (0.014 in.) increments. Note: If you use the Micro ↑ , Micro ↓ , or Line Feed keys to adjust the print position, you may need to reprint the page.
4. When the form is in the correct position, press Set Top of Form . The alarm beeps and the printer displays Note: The limits for the top of form position adjustment from the default position is + 101.6 and − 8.47 mm ( + 4 and − 0.34 in.). 5. Press Load/Eject to eject the form.
Adjusting the Print Alignment You can adjust dot registration and print quality for characters created using bidirectional printing. The bidirectional alignment may need periodic adjustment to maintain print quality. To change the bidirectional alignment, follow these steps: 1.
5. Carefully feed the form under the lower forms guide . Use the left edge of the lower forms guide to help feed the form in straight. Feed the form until the top edge touches both the left and right feed rollers . Continue to hold the form. Low er F or m s G ui de The printer displays 6.
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7. If the default value does not give the best print sample, press Scroll ↓ or Scroll ↑ until the printer displays the same number of arrows that were printed beside the best print sample line.
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.
Removing the Document Insertion Device (F3) Note: If you are removing this forms device to install a different forms device, make sure you change the selected forms device in the Configuration Menu. To remove the F3 forms device, follow these steps: 1.
4. Push the bottom of the device toward the rear of the printer until it unlocks. Finger Grips 5. Grasp the top of the forms device and lift it out. Platen Rod To p o f Forms Device 1-112 User’s Gui.
6. If you are removing the F3 forms device to install a different forms device, you must remove the lower forms guide. With a firm grasp, slide the lower forms guide to the right off the blue forms guide/forms sensor . Be sure that the tab clears the bottom of the chute before pulling the lower forms guide away from the printer.
Using the Acoustic Cover The following sections describe how to remove and reinstall the acoustic cover. Removing the Acoustic Cover If you need to remove the acoustic cover for any reason from the paper exit area, follow these steps: 1. Pivot the acoustic cover open until it is vertical.
2. Grasp the brackets of the acoustic cover and insert them into the slots until they latch securely. P aper E x i t A r ea Lat ched Po s i t i o n Lat ched Po s i t i o n Lat ch Lat ch B r a cke t B r a cke t R ear V i ew 3. Pivot the acoustic cover until it is closed over the paper exit area.
Attaching the 4232 Printer Model 302 to Your Computer This section provides specific instructions on attaching the printer to your computer. Supported devices include: IBM Personal Computer IBM Personal System/2* IBM RISC System/6000* IBM AS/400* with ASCII controller IBM 4033 LAN Adapter.
To attach a parallel cable: | 1. Attach the adapter cable (IBM part number 04H5053) by pushing | the cable connector into the printer port. | 2. Push the clips at each end of the connector into the notches on | the adapter cable. | 3. Then attach the parallel interface cable to the end of the adapter | cable.
5. Connect the power cord to the printer and to the electrical outlet. 6. Turn the power On (|). All indicators and blocks on the display light, and the alarm beeps. The printer then displays and Note: If the printer does not show the correct display sequence, go to the status code section of Appendix B, “Problem Solving.
Attaching a Serial Cable CAUTION: Make sure the machine is turned Off (O) before you connect or disconnect the power cord or other cables. If the machine has cables other than the power cord, you must connect them before you plug the power cord into an outlet.
3. Connect the power cord to the printer and to the electrical outlet. 4. Turn the power On (|). All indicators and blocks on the display light, and the alarm beeps. The printer then displays and Note: If the printer does not show the correct display sequence, go to the status code section of Appendix B, “Problem Solving.
Chapter 2. Getting to Know Your Printer This chapter introduces you to your IBM 4232 Printer Model 302. It describes the various parts of your printer and shows you their locations. This chapter also includes general information about the different forms devices that are available and instructions about caring for your new printer.
Parts of the Printer The printer has the following parts: Print Head Ribbon Power Swit ch Access Cover Operator Pa nel Paper Door Model and S erial Number Blue Forms Guide/Forms Sensor (under paper door) Model Identification Figure 2-1 is an enlargement of a plate on the bottom-front area of the printer.
Power Switch The power switch supplies electricity to the printer. It has two positions: On (|) and Off (O). Po we r S wi 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.
3. Two rows of boxes fill the display. 4. The printer displays the following messages 5. The print head and ribbon move. You will hear some sounds from these movements.
Acoustic Cover The acoustic cover reduces the noise level of the printer while it is printing. Notes: 1. Do not open or close the access cover by holding only the acoustic cover. Open and close the acoustic cover separately from the access cover. 2. If you have installed the F2 forms device, you must open the acoustic cover to use the tear bar.
Forms Guide/Forms Sensor The blue forms guide/forms sensor works in several ways. The way it works depends on the type of forms device installed in the printer.
The Document Insertion Device (F3) has an additional guide called a lower forms guide that fits over the sensor. Low er F or m s G ui de The lower forms guide works as: A guide for aligning the cut sheet form. The sensor works as: A sensor for detecting the presence of a form and activating the Load/Eject key.
Automatic Forms Thickness Adjustment (AFTA) The Automatic Forms Thickness Adjustment (AFTA) mechanism performs the following tasks: Automatically measures the forms thickness and adjusts the gap from the print head to the platen rod based on the measured value.
Operator Panel The operator panel includes a 2-line by 40-character display, 6 indicators, 16 keys, and an audible alarm. Load/ Ej ec t For m Feed St a r t Se t T o p of For m St op C ancel Pr i n t L.
Alarm The printer alarm beeps to let you know of a printer status condition or an error. Pressing Stop turns the alarm off. You can set the alarm to beep at high or low volume or not to beep by following the procedure in “Using Printer Setup Parameters” in IBM 4232 Printer Model 302 Operator Panel Instructions .
Power Indicator The Power indicator has two operating conditions: On The printer is receiving power. Off The printer is not receiving power. Ready Indicator The Ready indicator has two operating conditions: On The printer is ready to print. Off The printer is not ready to print.
Unit Check Indicator The Unit Check indicator has two operating conditions: Off The printer has not detected any printer errors. Blinking The printer has detected a printer error. The alarm beeps (if not disabled). If the printer also displays a status code, go to “Using the Status Code and Problem Listings” on page B-2.
Configuration Parameter Values Parameter values are settings that the printer recognizes to do the following: Format the printed page Set printing and performance options Set character sets for different languages Modify the alarm volume or disable the alarm.
Operating States Online – The printer is online when the Online indicator is on, power is On (|), the power-on tests complete, and the printer is able to communicate with the computer. Offline – The printer is offline when the Online indicator is Off, the power-on tests are running, or the printer is in test mode (Operator Print Tests).
Forms You can use two types of forms (paper) in your printer: Continuous forms (F1 and F2 forms devices) Cut forms (F3 and F4 forms devices). The forms may be blank or preprinted. The forms may be single-part or multiple-part, with or without carbon paper.
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.
Dual Purpose Forms Device (F2) B o tt o m M e ta l B a r C lip s To p o f F o rm s D e v i c e T ear B ar The device has an F2 surrounded by a square in the upper left corner of the device.
Document Insertion Device (F3) F3 F3 Clips T op of Fo rms Device Bottom of Forms De vi ce Finger Grips The device has an F3 by itself in the upper left corner of the device. Use this device for printing cut forms for correspondence, individual invoice forms, and so on.
Auto Sheet Feeder Device (F4) F4 F4 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.
Ribbons Two ribbon cartridges are available for use in the 4232 Printer Model 302: one with a black multiple purpose ink (IBM part 1040580) with an average ribbon life of 15 million DP characters, and one with a black general purpose ink (IBM part 1040440) with an average ribbon life of 6 million DP characters.
Caring for Your Printer Your printer requires very little care, but the following suggestions are helpful to prevent damage and to keep it clean. Be sure that you use the correct IBM ribbon cartridge (IBM part 1040580 or IBM part 1040440). Do not place liquid containers near the printer.
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 3, “Replacing Your Ribbon”). 2. Be sure the desired forms device is installed.
6. Press Start to make the printer ready to print. The printer starts printing as soon as the computer sends the data and the printer finishes processing the data.
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Chapter 3. Replacing Your Ribbon This chapter describes how to remove and replace the ribbon cartridge and how to make ribbon adjustments. Warning: Damage to the printer can occur if you do not use IBM ribbons (IBM part 1040580 or 1040440) especially designed for the 4232 Printer Model 302.
Removing the Ribbon Cartridge To remove an existing ribbon cartridge, follow these steps: 1. If the power is Off (O), go to Step 3. 2. If the power is On (|), press Stop . The printer displays 3. Open the access cover. Access Cover 4. Slide the print head to the center of the printer.
5. Push the ribbon guide toward the back of the printer and lift the ribbon guide up. Note: You may find it easier to remove the ribbon guide by lifting the right side of the guide first and then pulling up the left side of the guide. R i bbon G ui de 6.
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.
4. Align the blue slotted opening on the bottom of the ribbon cartridge with the metal post. You may have to turn the blue ribbon advance knob to align the slots. Lower the ribbon cartridge onto the metal post. Be sure that the plastic tab on the bottom of the ribbon cartridge aligns with the hole in the printer casting.
6. Align the holes in the ribbon guide with the ribbon guide posts on the print head carrier. Press the guide all the way down on the ribbon guide posts until the tops of the posts are even with the top of the ribbon guide.
7. To be sure that you have installed the ribbon cartridge correctly, check that: a. The left side of the ribbon cartridge is securely snapped onto the printer. The right side fits over the ribbon drive post but does not latch down. b. There are no twists or folds in the ribbon.
8. If necessary, load or reload forms (see the appropriate section in Chapter 1, “Setting Up the 4232 Printer Model 302,” depending on your forms device). 9. Be sure that the power is On (|). 10. If there is data in the printer to be printed: a. Leave the access cover open.
Chapter 4. Using the Operator Print Tests This chapter describes the print tests you can perform to: Demonstrate printing capabilities Adjust printer operations Check the printer configuration Check printer operation. Any of these tests can be performed at anytime.
When a test is not running, pressing Return o r Cancel Print tells the printer to exit test mode and perform a partial reset. If you press Return , the printer goes to online not ready ; if you press Cancel Print , the printer goes to online ready . Pressing Enter or Start begins a test.
Printer Demonstration You can print samples of all the available print qualities, representative charts, bar codes, and bit image graphics, by using the Printer Demonstration test. This test can also be used to verify parts of the printer mechanism. Note: The printer can perform this test without being connected to a computer.
Top of Form Alignment You can print a single line of text to help in setting the top of form position using the Top of Form Alignment test. The test prints a row of H ’s, and lets you adjust the top of form position and to print another row of H ’s until the top of form position is set where you want it.
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.
Left Margin Alignment You can print a single line of text to help in setting the left margin position using the Left Margin Alignment Test. You can also change the current left margin position using this test. You can set the left margin position from 1 to 66 units (where each unit is 0.
The printer also prints a single line of H ’s. 4. If the H ’s do not start where you want your left margin, press Scroll ↑ or Scroll ↓ until the printer displays the desired value for the left margin position. For each change in value, the left margin is changed 0.
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 4-1). Note: If you want the new left margin position saved when you turn off the printer, you must save it in a Custom Set.
Printer Configuration You can print the current values for each parameter. Each parameter is shown with its corresponding value printed to the right. The category and parameter names are printed in the current Display Language used on the operator panel.
| Figure 4-1. Sample Printer Configuration Printout — Parallel Attached 4-10 User’s Guide Model 302.
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Printer Verification You can test general print quality and the wires in the print head by using the Printer Verification test. This test prints nine horizontal lines using each wire on the print head.
The printout should look similar to: Chapter 4. Tests 4-13.
4. Compare your printout with the sample printout. Did the lines print and is the remainder of the printout clear and readable? If YES , go to Step 5. If NO , do the following: a.
Bidirectional Adjustment You can adjust dot registration and print quality for characters created using bidirectional printing. The bidirectional alignment may need periodic adjustment to maintain print quality. To change the bidirectional alignment, follow these steps: 1.
The sample printout appears as follows: 4-16 User’s Guide Model 302.
4. If the default value does not give the best print sample, press Scroll ↑ or Scroll ↓ until the printer displays the same number of arrows that were printed beside the best print sample line. Press Enter to set this as the new default value. The printer then prints another line to demonstrate the new default value, and the test is complete.
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Appendix A. Training Guideline This appendix is a guideline for operator training. Those more familiar with the IBM 4232 Printer Model 302 operations can use this guideline to help teach a new operator about the printer.
Introduction All operators should know the following: Locations of printer parts The use and functions of the operator panel keys Forms loading and unloading Ribbon changing Problem solving Model number and attachment type identification.
Guideline for Training To introduce a new operator to the printer, use the following steps as a guideline. Change the steps, as needed, to suit your working environment and the operator’s level of responsibility. 1. Show the operator this guide and discuss the contents of Chapter 1, “Setting Up the 4232 Printer Model 302.
6. Show the operator how to load forms with emphasis on: Continuous Forms Device (F1): a. Location and function of the blue tractor locking lever and adjustment for width of form b. Forms tensioner location and location of forms tension knob and adjustment c.
Document Insertion Device (F3): a. Location and function of feed rollers b. Location and function of right roller assembly locking lever c. Location and function of lower forms guide d. Location of upper forms guide and function (including use of white writing surface) e.
9. Show the operator how to adjust the forms thickness setting to adjust print quality. Emphasize obtaining a smudge-free top copy and legibility on back copies for multiple-part forms and smudge-free legibility single-part forms. 10. Show the operator how to run Operator Print Tests, and describe when and how to use them.
Customer Responsibility Discuss the importance of the operator knowing what is and what is not customer responsibility . The customer is responsible for maintaining, removing, installing, and ordering the following: Ribbon cartridges Paper.
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Appendix B. Problem Solving When the printer displays a status code, you need to know what action to take to recover from the displayed condition. This chapter lists the status codes and recovery actions and gives a list of problems, probable causes, and recovery actions for problems that do not display a status code.
Using the Status Code and Problem Listings When a problem with the printer occurs, the printer displays a status code and message. The message on the display identifies the problem and gives a recommended action.
Status 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 .
Continuous Forms Device (F1) and Dual Purpose Forms Device (F2): 1. Press Stop . 2. Be sure that the forms device is correctly installed. 3. Clear the jam. 4. Be sure that nothing blocks the blue forms guide/forms sensor . 5. Reset the top of form position.
The operator panel setting for the forms device does not match the device installed. Be sure that the forms device setting is correct (see Chapter 1, “Setting Up the 4232 Printer Model 302”). Document Insertion Device (F3): This is not an error condition.
2. Reenter the correct operation. 3. See IBM 4232 Printer Model 302 Operator Panel Instructions for more information. Auto Sheet Feeder (F4): 1. Press Stop (only if the message indicates to press Stop ). 2. Place paper in the manual bin. 3. Press Start or Enter as specified.
Dual Purpose Forms Device (F2) and Document Insertion Device (F3): 1. Press Stop . 2. Remove the paper from the printer. 3. Place paper in the load position. 4. Press Load/Eject to load paper. 5. Press Start . Note: If this error occurs during the power-on test: 1.
Continuous Forms Device (F1) and Dual Purpose Forms Device (F2): The computer has requested a cut form. The forms device installed does not handle cut forms.
P ape r P r es ent Se 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.
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.
This is an informational message. The printer displays this message after you press Hex Print . Press Start . All data will print in hexadecimal code until you press Stop . 1. Press Stop . 2. Check that the cable is connected to the printer and to the computer.
1. Press Stop . 2. Be sure that the print head movement is not blocked. 3. Press Start to resume printing. 4. If the printer displays any of these status codes again: a. Turn the power Off (O). b. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the power On (|). c. Run the Printer Verification Test (see “Printer Verification” on page 4-12).
1. Turn the power Off (O). 2. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the power On (|). 3. If the printer displays this status code again, call for service. 1. Turn the power Off (O). 2. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the power On (|). 3. If the printer displays this status code again or if the printer displays call for service.
1. Turn the power Off (O). 2. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the power On (|). 3. If the power-on test is successful, resubmit the print job. 4. If the printer displays this status code again, call for service. 1. Turn the power Off (O). 2. Remove the ribbon cartridge.
This is an informational message. The access cover and front paper door should be closed while the printer is printing. If the access cover or front paper door is open, the printer slows printing and forms movement for safety reasons. This is an informational message.
The OCR-A and OCR-B print languages have fixed CPI and Print Quality settings. For these print languages, the CPI must be set to 10 CPI and the Print Quality must be set to NLQ.
1. Turn the power Off (O). 2. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the power On (|). 3. If the printer displays this status code again, call for service. 1. Install a new ribbon. 2. Turn the power Off (O). 3. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the power On (|). 4. If the printer displays this status code again, call for service.
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. 3ðð PANEL DIAGNOSTICS FAILURE SEE USER'S GUIDE 31.
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. 7Cð PRINTER BOARD FAILURE SEE USER'S GUIDE 7C1 PRI.
1. Turn the power Off (O). 2. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the power On (|). 3. If the printer displays this status code again, call for service. | Press Start to set the factory defaults. The printer should follow the | usual power-on sequence. You then need to reconfigure the printer and save the values.
1. Turn the power Off (O). FE3 PRINTER BOARD FAILURE SEE USER'S GUIDE FE4 PRINTER BOARD FAILURE SEE USER'S GUIDE FE5 PRINTER BOARD FAILURE SEE USER'S GUIDE FE6 PRINTER BOARD FAILURE SEE.
2. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the power On (|). 3. If the printer displays this status code again, call for service. These status messages are correct display sequences during power-on, but they should not remain on. If they remain on more than 30 seconds: 1.
Problem List Index Table B-1. Forms Problems Problem Page Forms do not advance or overprint occurs B-27 Forms buckle, wrinkle, jam, or tear B-28 Forms do not feed into printer B-29 Forms do not stack B-31 Erratic or intermittent forms movement B-31 Table B-2.
Table B-3. Miscellaneous Problems Problem Page Wrong language set B-36 First print character in wrong place B-36 Overprinting B-27 Characters off registration B-27, B-33, B-32 Printing off forms B-32 .
3. Locate the gears on the forms device and turn them while checking for noticeable binds. For the F1 and F2 forms devices, check that the tractor pins move when you turn the gear. For the F2, F3, and F4 forms devices, be sure that the feed rolls also move when you turn the gear.
Left Roller Assembly Righ t Roller Assembly Fee d Rolls Rolle r Asse mblie s Document Insertion Device ( F3) Gears Auto Shee t Feeder (F4) Figure B-2. F3 and F4 Forms Devices B-26 User’s Guide Model.
Problem List Warning: When using a Continuous Forms (F1) Device, never pull or unload forms in the downward direction, or you may damage the device. Always unload forms from the top of the printer. Causes are listed for each problem in order of priority.
Problem: Forms buckle, twist, jam, or paper holes tear 1: The right tractor is adjusted incorrectly. Solution: Move the right tractor to obtain the correct form width. The tractor pins should be in the center of the paper holes. See Chapter 1, “Setting Up the 4232 Printer Model 302” for help on adjusting the tractor tension.
9: The forms are defective. Solution: Try unloading the forms and then reloading forms (see the forms loading procedures in Chapter 1, “Setting Up the 4232 Printer Model 302”). Forms should meet the requirements specified in Appendix C, “Forms Information.
Problem: Forms do not feed past print head 1: The Automatic Forms Thickness Adjustment (AFTA) setting needs to be changed. Solution: See the procedure for adjusting the forms thickness setting through the operator panel (based on your forms device) in Chapter 1, “Setting Up the 4232 Printer Model 302.
Problem: Forms do not stack correctly 1: The forms do not stack correctly on the table behind the printer. Solution: Use the recommended table (see IBM 4232 Printer Model 302 Planning and Site Preparation Guide ).
Problem: Printing off the form or out of the desired area with the Document Insertion Device (F3) only 1: The form is skewed or the vertical adjustments are not correct. Solution: Be sure that the forms are straight and making contact with both the right and left feed rollers.
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.
Problem: Ribbon smudging forms 1: The Automatic Forms Thickness Adjustment (AFTA) setting needs to be changed. Solution: See the procedure for adjusting the forms thickness setting through the operator panel (based on your forms device) in Chapter 1, “Setting Up the 4232 Printer Model 302.
Problem: Wavy print lines 1: Continuous Forms Device (F1) only: the forms tension setting is incorrect. Solution: Check the tension setting. See Chapter 1, “Setting Up the 4232 Printer Model 302” for more information. 2: The Automatic Forms Thickness Adjustment (AFTA) setting needs to be changed.
Problem: Ribbon not moving 1: The ribbon cartridge is not properly installed. Solution: Remove and then reinstall the same ribbon. See Chapter 3, “Replacing Your Ribbon.” If the ribbon still does not move, replace the ribbon. Problem: Ribbon moves continuously 1: The ribbon drive circuit is failing.
Appendix C. Forms Information The following chapter describes the forms specifications, quality, and restrictions needed for use with the 4232 Printer Model 302. Forms Specifications The printer operates with continuous forms and cut sheet forms. If your printer is equipped with either the F1 or F2 form feed device, you can use continuous forms.
Continuous Forms — F1 or F2 Dimensions Forms Maximum Minimum Width 381 mm (15 in.) 76.2 mm (3 in.) Length 355.6 mm (14 in.) 76.2 mm (3 in.) Thickness The thickness of all forms should be a minimum of 0.08 mm (0.003 in.) and a maximum of 0.64 mm (0.025 in.
Cut Sheet Forms — F3 Dimensions Forms Maximum Minimum Width 381 mm (15 in.) 76.2 mm (3 in.) Length 355.6 mm (14 in.) 177.8 mm (7 in.) Thickness The thickness of all forms should be a minimum of 0.08 mm (0.003 in.) and a maximum of 0.25 mm (0.010 in.
Cut Sheet Forms — F4 All paper used in the Auto Sheet Feeder should be new and without packaging damage. The papers defined below are considered acceptable for use in the F4 device.
Weight The basis weight for the paper should be 60 to 100 g/m ò (16 to 27 lb). Composition Plain bond paper of one of the following compositions should be acceptable for regular use: No.
Additional Forms Restrictions For best results when printing, the following forms restrictions apply: Fastening recommendations: – Form plies must not be fastened with any staples and must be fastened securely enough to prevent partial forms separation.
For the F3 forms device: – You should design forms so that no printing takes place within 12.7 mm (0.5 in.) of either the left edge or the right edge of the form. This makes certain that the feed rollers do not press on fresh print and cause smearing.
Positioning Forms When you design the forms layout for your printer, keep the physical dimensions and forms quality in mind. See Figure C-1 on page C-10 and Figure C-2 on page C-11 and the following information to obtain best results when printing. .A/ Form Width Maximum: 381 mm (15 in.
.D/ Last Print Position For continuous forms: The minimum distance between the center of the right margin holes and the end of the last print position used should be 6.4 mm (0.25 in.). For cut forms: The minimum distance between the right edge of the form and the end of the last print position used should be 6.
Pos. 1 A C D Perforat ion B 136 Positi ons at 10 CPI 163 Positi ons at 12 CPI 204 Position s at 15 CPI 227 Positi ons at 16.7 CPI 233 Positi ons at 17.
A C D Po s . 1 B 136 P os i t i ons at 10 C P I 163 P os i t i ons at 12 C P I 204 P os i t i ons at 15 C P I 227 P os i t i ons at 16. 7 C P I 233 P os i t i ons at 17. 1 C P I 272 P os i t i ons at 20 C P I | Figure C-2. Form Design Considerations - Cut Forms Appendix C.
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Appendix D. Declaration of IBM Product Noise Emission Values The following tables show the noise emission values for the 4232 Printer Model 302. Notes: 1.
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| Appendix E. Cabling Information | Serial Attachment | The printer 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.
| Recommended Attachment Cables for PCs and Compatible | Serial Ports | Interface | Type | Cable | Part Number | Feature | Number | Bulk Cable | Part Number | IBM Standard | Length | RS-232C | 8509386 | 9386 | 60X8685 | 6.1 m (20 ft) | RS-422A | 70X8652 | 8652 | 4716743 | 15.
| 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.
| Local Duplex — DTR or XON/XOFF Pacing, Status Reporting (7) (2) (7 ) (3) (20) (6) (3) (2 ) (5) (4) (5) (4) (20) (6) SG RXD DTR DSR SG TXD RTS CTS TXD RXD CTS RTS DTR DSR Computer Printer | Note: This configuration is compatible with cable IBM part 8509386.
| Local Duplex — XON/XOFF Pacing, Status Reporting (7 ) (2 ) (7 ) (3 ) (2 0 ) (6 ) (3 ) (2 ) (2 0 ) (6 ) SG RXD DT R SG TX D RTS CT S TX D RXD CT S RTS DSR (4 ) DT R (5 ) (5 ) (4 ) DSR C om put e r Pr i nt er | RS-422A (1 9 ) (2 5 ) (1 5 ) (1 7 ) +R X D +TX D - - RX D TX D RX D RX D TX D TX D - + - + C om put er Pr i nt e r Appendix E.
| Parallel Attachment | The 4232 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.
Glossary This glossary defines important 4232 Printer Model 302 abbreviations and terms. It includes information from the IBM Dictionary of Computing , SC20-1699.
made up of three automatically operated input bins and a bin designed for manual sheet insertion, and an F4 forms device. B baud . The rate at which data is being sent to or from the computer through the serial interface, in bits per second (bps). bezel .
general printing requirements on cut sheet forms. Document on Demand feature . A feature that moves continuous forms within the printer so that a blank form is not ejected when separating forms. Dual Purpose Forms Device (F2) . A forms feeding option which, when selected, automatically stops continuous forms at the perforation.
M Maintenance Analysis Procedures (MAP) . A maintenance document that gives an IBM service representative a step-by-step | procedure for tracing a symptom to | the cause of the problem.
partial reset . An action that returns the printer to the current configuration values. platen . A backing, usually cylindrical, against which printing mechanisms strike or otherwise deposit ink to produce an image. power cord . Cable that carries the main power supply between a room outlet and a machine.
S serial interface . An interface where data is exchanged between the computer and the printer one bit at a time. slotted opening . A space on the bottom of the ribbon cartridge used to align the cartridge with the metal post on the printer frame. | SPA .
Index A access cover 2-5 acoustic cover description 2-5 reinstalling 1-114 removing 1-114 adjustments print quality 1-35 tractor tension 1-37, 1-68 alarm 2-10, 2-13 alignment, F1 See Continuous Forms .
data loss cancel function 2-23 switching power off 2-3 diagram 1-11, 2-9 display 2-10 Document Insertion Device (F3) adjustments forms thickness 1-99 left margin position 1-101 print alignment 1-106 t.
forms device (continued) F2 (Dual Purpose Forms Device) (continued) print verification test 1-63 F3 (Document Insertion Device) check out installation 1-87 install the 1-85 load forms 1-91 prepare to .
loading forms (continued) F3 (Document Insertion Device) (continued) prepare to load 1-90 locations access cover 2-5 diagram 2-2 operator panel 1-11, 2-9 platen rod 2-8 power switch 2-3 lower forms gu.
print language 2-13 print mode 2-13 print quality adjustments F1 (Continuous Forms Device) 1-35 F2 (Dual Purpose Forms Device) 1-67 F3 (Document Insertion Device) 1-98 print tests bidirectional adjust.
problem list (no status code displayed) (continued) miscellaneous problems (continued) printing off forms B-32 wrong language set B-36 print quality/ribbon problems irregular characters B-33 missing d.
setup, printer (continued) F1 (Continuous Forms Device) (continued) prepare to load F1 forms 1-21 print verification test for the F1 forms device 1-30 F2 (Dual Purpose Forms Device) check out F2 forms.
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An important point after buying a device Lexmark 302 (or even before the purchase) is to read its user manual. We should do this for several simple reasons:
If you have not bought Lexmark 302 yet, this is a good time to familiarize yourself with the basic data on the product. First of all view first pages of the manual, you can find above. You should find there the most important technical data Lexmark 302 - thus you can check whether the hardware meets your expectations. When delving into next pages of the user manual, Lexmark 302 you will learn all the available features of the product, as well as information on its operation. The information that you get Lexmark 302 will certainly help you make a decision on the purchase.
If you already are a holder of Lexmark 302, but have not read the manual yet, you should do it for the reasons described above. You will learn then if you properly used the available features, and whether you have not made any mistakes, which can shorten the lifetime Lexmark 302.
However, one of the most important roles played by the user manual is to help in solving problems with Lexmark 302. Almost always you will find there Troubleshooting, which are the most frequently occurring failures and malfunctions of the device Lexmark 302 along with tips on how to solve them. Even if you fail to solve the problem, the manual will show you a further procedure – contact to the customer service center or the nearest service center
