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Appendix C

Host Computer Interface

This appendix explains the signals used in the printer’s parallel

and RS-232C interfaces. It also lists pin assignments, signal

functions, timings, connector specifications, and voltage levels.

The RS-232C protocols are also covered. Finally, it explains how

to use the printer in a multi-computer environment.

This appendix explains the following topics:

• Parallel Interface

• Serial Interface

• RS-232C Protocol

• RS-232C Cable Connection

The printer features fast data transmission with the parallel inter-

face. The parallel interface mode can be activated from the op-

erator panel.

See

Changing Parallel Interface Modes on page 3-18

.

Use a parallel printer cable that complies with the IEEE1284

standard.

Nibble (high) [default]

High speed data communication is used in compliance with the

IEEE1284 standard. Ordinarily, you should leave this setting un-

changed.

Auto

The printer automatically changes its communication mode to

the one the host computer is currently using.

Normal

The printer uses the standard communication method pre-

scribed for Centronics interfaces.

High-speed

This mode enables faster data transmission between the printer

and the host computer. (Select this mode if printing problems oc-

cur when the printer is connected to a workstation.)

The pins of the parallel interface connector carry the signals list-

ed in the table in

Parallel Connector Pin Assignment

. Asterisks

in the table indicate signals that are low active. The table also in-

dicates whether each signal is incoming or outgoing with respect

to the printer.

Parallel Connector Pin Assignment

[

]:

Signal names in the Auto mode and Nibble (high) mode (IEEE1284).

In the Auto mode and Nibble (high) mode, these signals are bi-

directional.

1. Parallel Interface

1.1 Parallel Interface Communication

Modes

NOTE

1.2 Interface Signals

Pin

In/out

Description

1

In

Strobe* [nStrobe]

2

In/Out

Data 0 [Data 1]

3

In/Out

Data 1 [Data 2]

4

In/Out

Data 2 [Data 3]

5

In/Out

Data 3 [Data 4]

6

In/Out

Data 4 [Data 5]

7

In/Out

Data 5 [Data 6]

8

In/Out

Data 6 [Data 7]

9

In/Out

Data 7 [Data 8]

10

Out

Acknowledge* [nAck]

11

Out

Busy [Busy]

12

Out

Paper Empty [PError], returns paper

empty status if FRPO O2=2

13

Out

Online (Select) [nSelect], returns off-line

status if FRPO O2=2

14

In

Auto-feed [nAutoFd]

15

-

Not connected

16

-

0 V DC

17

-

Chassis GND

18

-

+5 V DC

19

-

Ground

20

-

Ground

21

-

Ground

22

-

Ground

23

-

Ground

24

-

Ground

25

-

Ground

26

-

Ground

27

-

Ground

28

-

Ground

29

-

Ground

30

-

Ground

31

In

Ignored [nInit]

32

Out

Error*, returns error status if FRPO

O2=2 [nFault]

33

-

Not connected

34

-

Not connected

35

Out

Power Ready

36

In

Ignored [nSelectIn]

Section	Page
Operation Guide ver 1.3	1
Contents	5
Introduction	7
For More Information...	7
Guide to the Operation Guide	7
IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ FIRST	8
Chapter 1 Names of Parts	12
Chapter 2 How to Load Paper	14
1. How to Load Paper	14
1.1 Loading Paper into the Paper Cassette	14
1.2 Loading Paper into the MP (Multi-Purpose) Tray	15
1.3 Setting Envelopes	16
Chapter 3 Using the Operator Panel	17
1. Understanding the Operator Panel	17
1.1 Operation Indicators	18
1.2 Message Display	18
1.3 Interface Indicator	18
1.4 Paper Size Indicator	19
1.5 Paper Type Indicator	19
1.6 Keys	19
2. Using the Operator Panel	20
2.1 Menu Selection System	20
2.2 Using the Menu Selection System	26
2.2.1 Printing the Menu Map	26
2.2.2 Printing Status Page	26
2.2.3 e-MPS	27
2.2.4 Changing the Interface Parameters	34
2.2.5 Changing the Emulation	38
2.2.6 Setting the Default Font	40
2.2.7 Using Page Set Menus	42
2.2.8 Setting the Print Quality	46
2.2.9 Operating an Option Hard Disk	47
2.2.10 Operating a RAM Disk	50
2.2.11 Operating a Memory Card	52
2.2.12 Paper Handling	56
2.2.13 Other Modes	63
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting	69
1. General Guide	69
2. Print Quality Problems	70
3. Indicators and Messages	72
3.1 Indicators	72
3.2 Maintenance Messages	72
3.3 Error Messages	74
4. Correcting a Paper Jam	76
4.1 Jam in Paper Cassette	77
4.2 Jam at the MP Tray	77
4.3 Jam in Left Cover 1	78
4.4 Jam in Left Cover 2	79
4.5 Paper Jam at the Option Document Finisher	79
Chapter 5 Paper Selection	80
1. General Guidelines	80
1.1 Paper Availability	80
1.2 Paper Specifications	80
1.3 Selecting the Right Paper	80
2. Special Paper	82
2.1 Transparency (Overhead Projection Film)	82
2.2 Adhesive-Backed Labels	83
3. Paper Type	84
Chapter 6 Maintenance	85
1. Toner Container Replacement	85
1.1 Toner Container Replacement Interval	85
1.2 Replenishing Toner	85
Appendix A Fonts	89
Appendix B Expansion Memory	93
1. Removing the Main Circuit Board	93
1.1 Notes on Handling the Main Circuit Board and DIMM	93
1.2 Removing the Main Circuit Board from the Printer	93
2. Installing DIMMs	94
2.1 Removing DIMM	94
2.2 Testing the Expansion Memory	94
Appendix C Host Computer Interface	95
1. Parallel Interface	95
1.1 Parallel Interface Communication Modes	95
1.2 Interface Signals	95
2. Serial Interface	96
2.1 Interface Signals	96
3. RS-232C Protocol	97
4. RS-232C Cable Connection	98
4.1 Preparing an RS-232C Cable	98
4.2 Connecting the RS-232C Cable	98
4.3 Setting the RS-232C Parameters	98
Appendix D Option Units	100
1. Available Options	100
2. Installing Option Units	102
2.1 PF-70/75 Paper Feeders	102
2.2 DF-70/71/75 Document Finishers	102
2.3 Network Interface	102
2.4 Hard Disk	103
2.5 Memory Card	103
Appendix E Specifications	104
Glossary	106
Index	108
A	108
B	108
C	108
D	108
E	108
F	108
G	108
H	108
I	108
J	108
K	108
L	108
M	108
N	109
O	109
P	109
R	109
S	109
T	109
V	109
W	109
Driver Guide ver 1.1	111
Contents	113
Chapter 1 Installing the Printer Driver	114
Chapter 2 Setting the Defaults	116
2.1 Adding Option Devices (Setup)	116
2.1.1 Installing the Paper Feeder (PF-70)	116
2.1.2 Installing the Paper Feeder (PF-75)	117
2.1.3 Installing the Document Finisher (DF-70/DF-71)	118
2.1.4 Installing the Document Finisher (DF-75)	119
2.1.5 Installing the Hard Disk	120
2.1.6 Using the RAM Disk	120
2.1.7 Selecting the User Name	121
2.1.8 Selecting the Printer Description Language	122
Chapter 3 Printing Through Application Software	124
3.1 Setting the Paper Size	124
3.1.1 Custom Size Settings	126
3.1.2 Advanced Media Settings	127
3.2 Setting the Duplex Printing	128
3.3 Using the Booklet Mode	129
3.4 Using the Document Finisher (DF-70/DF-71)	130
3.5 Using the Document Finisher (DF-75)	131
3.6 e-MPS	132
3.6.1 Using Job Retention	133
3.6.2 Using Virtual Mailbox Printing	138

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