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4247 Printer Models 001, 002 User's Guide IBM SA24-4408-01 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 2
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4247 Printer Models 001, 002 User's Guide IBM SA24-4408-01 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 4
Note! Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the general information under "Notices" on page xi. | Second Edition (February 1997) | This edition applies to the IBM 4247 Printer Models 001, 002 User's Guide, SA24-4408-01. | The following paragraph does not apply - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 5
Guide 1-10 Installing the Ribbon Cartridge and Guide 1-11 Forms Tractor Unit Installation 1-15 Installing the Tractor Unit in the Front Push Position 1-17 Configuring the Printer for Display Language and the Front Push Paper Path 1-20 Loading Paper in the Front Push Tractors 1-23 Printing - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 6
On Reset 3-13 Display Language 3-14 Send Buffer Reprint Code (Coaxial Attachment 3-14 Vital Product Data 3-14 Quit From Menu 3-14 Chapter 4. Configuration Storage 4-1 Custom Sets 4-2 Non-Custom Set 4-3 Save Current Values 4-4 Recall Custom Set Values 4-5 iv 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 7
at MPP + 1 8-15 Printer Compatibility 2 (New Line at MPP + 1 8-16 Printer Compatibility 3 (Form Feed Followed by Data 8-17 Printer Compatibility 4 (Form Feed is Last Character in Print Order) . . . . . 8-18 Printer Compatibility 5 (Null Suppression 8-19 Printer Compatibility 6 (Form Feed Command - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 8
Manual Paper Overlay 10-13 Automatic Manual Load 10-14 Manual Feed Eject Mode 10-15 Bar Code Print Direction 10-16 Graphics Print Direction 10-17 Perforation Safety 10-18 Jam Sensors 10-19 Chapter 11. Printer Position 11-7 Rear Left Margin Alignment 11-8 vi 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 9
Display Language 13-1 Chapter 14. Send Buffer Reprint Code (Coaxial 14-1 Chapter 15. Vital Product Data 15-1 Serial Number 15-2 Device Specific 17-15 Installing the Tractor Unit in the Rear Push Position 17-15 | Installation Procedure 17-17 | Configuring the Printer for the Rear Push - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 10
Ribbon Problems 20-25 Configuration Problems 20-28 Miscellaneous Problems 20-28 | Clearing Forms Jams 20-29 Appendix A. Printer Specifications A-1 Operator and Service Clearance A-2 Physical Requirements A-5 Weight A-5 Power Consumption A-5 Heat Output A-5 viii 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 11
Connectors IBM Cabling System Ordering Attachment Cables and Connectors from IBM Telephone Twisted-Pair IBM Specifications for Teflon Cable Installing Cable Connectors on Twinaxial Cable Cable-to-Cable Adapters for Twinaxial Cable B-1 B-2 B-3 B-5 B-6 B-7 B-8 B-11 Appendix C. Network Print - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 12
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IBM may be used instead of the IBM product, program, or service. The evaluation and verification of operation in conjunction with other products, except those expressly designated by IBM, are the responsibility of the user. IBM in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 14
electromagnetic compatibility. IBM cannot accept New Zealand Compliance Statement | This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause | radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate | measures. Japanese VCCI xii 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 15
ES/9370 IBM and the IBM logo Intelligent Printer Data Stream IPDS OS/2 Personal System/2 Proprinter RISC System/6000 System/36 S/370 S/390 Microsoft, Windows, and the Windows 95 Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Other company, product, and service names, which - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 16
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Preface | | | | | | | | | | | | This guide describes the basic operating procedures for the IBM 4247 Printer Models 001 and 002 and should be read and used by those who install or operate the printer, or supervise printer operations. The 4247 Printer Models 001 and 002 support twinaxial and - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 18
Operator Print Tests," describes procedures for testing and adjusting the printer. Chapter 19, "Supplies, Optional Features, and Maintenance," provides the information you need for ordering new supplies, replacing damaged or worn ribbons, and available printer options. Chapter 20, "Problem Solving - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 19
feature, loading forms for it, and general operation. This guide is | shipped with the Automatic Sheet Feeder unit. IBM 4247 Printer Maintenance Information Manual, SA24-4400. This manual provides detailed maintenance procedures for trouble analysis and repair. It also contains a parts listing - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 20
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Guide 1-10 Installing the Ribbon Cartridge and Guide 1-11 Forms Tractor Unit Installation 1-15 Installing the Tractor Unit in the Front Push Position 1-17 Configuring the Printer for Display Language and the Front Push Paper Path 1-20 Loading Paper in the Front Push Tractors 1-23 Printing - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 22
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| This chapter guides you through setting up your new 4247 printer. The partial table | of contents at the beginning of the chapter shows the procedures involved in this | setup process. Refer to this list for specific procedures and page locations. Do Each Step in Order Complete each step - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 24
Locations Refer to the following illustrations to familiarize yourself with the 4247 Printer: O p e ra to r P a n e l Top C over A c o u s tic C o v e r F ro n t T ra c to r C o v e r M a n u a l S h e e t F e e d T ra y R e le a s e 1-4 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 25
Forms Guide A D J U S TA B L E Metal Deflector A D J U S TA B L E Push-Pull Selector Tr a c t o r Electrical Connector Rear Tr a c t o r Mounting Pins REMOVE FOR REAR PULL PATH Paper Bail Rear Tr a c t o r Mounting Pins Ribbon Mount Ribbon Lift Assembly Print Head Ribbon Mount Chapter 1. - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 26
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the shipping container.) Printer Forms Tractor (2nd Tractor if Present) Ribbon Cartridge User's Guide Quick Reference Guide Operator Panel Overlay Printer Driver Diskette Power Cord Twinaxial V-Connector | Parallel Interface Cable (if ordered) Wire Forms Guide Printer Stand (if ordered - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 28
rear of the printer. (See Appendix A, "Printer Specifications" for dimensions of the table or print stand surface and the clearances required around the printer.) 3. Remove the printer from the xxxx x xxxxx xxxxx 5. Open the front tractor cover to its locked position. 1-8 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 29
6. Remove the foam packing material from each side of the front tractor area. P a c k in g Chapter 1. Getting Started 1-9 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 30
a hinge | block. Compress the wire forms guide and insert the other end into the other hinge | block. H in g e B lo c k s A c o u s tic C o v e r W ire F o rm s G u id e This forms guide will be used for forms stacking in the front push and rear push paper paths. 1-10 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 31
not use the IBM ribbon (part 1053685) especially designed for the 4247 Printer. To order ribbons, contact your place of purchase or call Lexmark at 1-800-438-2468. To install the ribbon cartridge, follow these steps: 1. Lift the top cover and tilt it all the way back. 2. Slide the print head to the - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 32
tin g P in s 4. Before installing the ribbon cartridge, turn the ribbon advance knob in the direction of the arrow (located on the cartridge) to take up the slack in the ribbon. If the ribbon does not move, contact your place of purchase and replace the ribbon cartridge. 1-12 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 33
the pins on the left and right side of the ribbon cartridge with the slots in | the cartridge supports. 6. Insert the ribbon guide between the ribbon shield and the print head. Position the white snap arm with the small lever up onto the ribbon lift assembly. Push the white plastic arm down onto - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 34
supports. b. There are no twists or folds in the ribbon. c. The ribbon is not catching on the print head. d. The ribbon moves when you turn the ribbon advance knob in the direction of the arrow. If the ribbon does not move, replace the ribbon cartridge. 11. Close the top cover. 1-14 001, 002 User - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 35
tractor unit, | you can also have Dual Push and Push-Pull positions. Manual from the left side of the printer. To prepare for installing the forms tractor unit, read the following caution printer provides extra protection against the risk | of electric shock by grounding appropriate metal parts - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 36
2. The power connector is located at the lower left rear of the printer. Connect the power cord to the printer. Press firmly to be sure that the plug is securely seated. 3. Plug the power cord into a grounded electrical outlet. 1-16 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 37
Unit in the Front Push Position Note: Make sure that the printer power switch is set to Off (O). 1. Open the front tractor cover to its locked position. 2. Open the hinged gear protector cover by rotating it down out of the way. G e a r P ro te c to r C o v e r Chapter 1. Getting Started 1- - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 38
e c to r T a b 4. Stand facing the front of the printer. Hold the tractor unit with the tractor doors toward you and the electrical connector tab U n lo c k e d U n lo c k e d Locked L e ft T ra c to r A lig n m e n t M a rk S pacers Locked F o rm s Ja m S e n so r 1-18 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 39
both hands supported on the round tractor shaft, gently push the tractor unit upward until it clicks on both sides, the electrical connector tab is fully seated in the connector, and the bottom of the tractor unit is level with (same amount of space from) the base of the printer. F r o n t T ra - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 40
Printer for Display Language and the Front Push Paper Path | Before continuing, determine from the figures below which printer s t | Figure 1-2. 4247 Printer Model 001 or 002 Operator Panel (with Coaxial Attachment) | 1. Switch on (|) the printer power. Power Switch 1-20 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 41
IBM 4247 appears, all segments of the LCD on the | operator panel display are lit, and the printer has stopped all motion. If you have twinaxial attachment, continue with the next step. If you have coaxial attachment, go to 2b. a. For twinaxial attachment, the printer displays: DIAGNOSTICS - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 42
. The printer will exit the menu and become ready. | Note: If the printer does not show the correct display sequence, go to the status | code section of Chapter 20, "Problem Solving" and follow the instructions there for | the status code shown on the display panel. 1-22 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 43
Note: Make sure you have single-part continuous forms that are at least 210 mm (8.27 in.) wide before starting this procedure. You need at least this size paper to print the Printer Demonstration. 1. Unlock the locking levers on the tractors. Move the right tractor to the extreme right. 2. Move the - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 44
the right tractor until the right paper holes of the form fit on the right tractor pins. Be sure that the forms go under the forms jam sensor and that the forms are straight. To p o f F o rm P a p e r U n d e r F o rm s J a m S e n s o r 7. Close the right tractor door. 1-24 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 45
paper is too tight, slide the right tractor away from the | right side of the printer. Make sure the tractor pins are centered in the paper holes. While holding the right tractor in place, lock the right locking lever. 10. Move the spacers along the tractor bar to support the width of the form - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 46
11. Close the front tractor cover. 12. Ensure that the printer is offline. 13. Press Load/Eject to feed the paper. 1-26 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 47
is a Model 001, and the print speeds shown will be different. YOU HAVE JUST COMPLETED A SIMPLE SETUP AND CHECKOUT OF THE PRINTER. IBM recommends that you now print your printer configuration defaults. Save this printout for future reference. 1. Press Scroll ↑ or Scroll ↓ until the printer displays - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 48
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Attaching the 4247 Printer to Your Computer This section provides specific instructions on attaching the printer to your computer. You may want to attach the printer to more than one computer. If so, you need to perform the steps in each appropriate section. Your printer is capable of attaching - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 50
your system operator. If Desired Address Is: 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 Shown when Setting Set: Printer Address: 000 Printer Address=0 001 Printer Address=1 002 Printer Address=2 003 Printer Address=3 004 Printer Address=4 005 Printer Address=5 006 Printer Address=6 1-30 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 51
. The printer displays: | Printer Address | ᑍ | h. Press Scroll ↑ or Scroll ↓ until the printer displays the desired address. | i. Press Enter to set the address. An asterisk (*) appears beside the | address. | j. To help in code migration, the 4247 printer supports several emulation - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 52
printer displays: | Twinax Configuration | Printer Address | Press Scroll ↑ or Scroll ↓ until the printer displays: | Twinax Configuration | Emulation Mode | Press Enter. The printer displays: | Emulation Mode | ᑍ4247 shield over the end of both cables.) 1-32 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 53
the connector. You can connect another device to the unused end of the connector. b. The V-connectors are "self-terminating" and do not require you to set a "terminator switch" which might be found on other - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 54
PLEASE WAIT | READY | Twinax Front | Note: If the printer does not show the correct display sequence, go to the | status code section of Chapter 20, "Problem Solving" and follow the | instructions there for the status code shown on the display panel. 1-34 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 55
Coaxial Attachment Supported computers include: 3270 Information Display Systems 43xx Processors ES/9000 and ES/9370 Processors | 3174 Remote/Local Control Unit. Attaching a Coaxial Signal Cable to the Printer DANGER To prevent serious personal injury from electrical shock when connecting or - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 56
PLEASE WAIT | READY | Coax Front | Note: If the printer does not show the correct display sequence, go to the | status code section of Chapter 20, "Problem Solving." and follow the | instructions there for the status code shown on the display panel. 1-36 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 57
IBM 3477, and IBM 3197 display stations LAN Features - Ethernet 10BaseT (RJ45) Network Print Server - Ethernet 10Base2 (BNC) Network Print Server - Token-Ring Media Type 3 Network Print Server - Token-Ring Media Type 1 Network Print Server IBM S/390 and S/370 For cable part number and specification - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 58
the lower left side of the printer. Switch the | printer power off (O) and unplug the power cable. | 2. Standing behind the printer, push the parallel interface cable into power cord to the printer and to the electrical outlet. | 6. Switch the printer power on (|). 1-38 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 59
| 7. Wait until the message IBM 4247, all segments of the LCD on the operator | panel display are lit, and the printer has stopped all motion. The printer then displays: DIAGNOSTICS IN PROGRESS PLEASE WAIT | READY | xxxxxx Front | *Where xxxxxx (depending on your attachment) can be - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 60
on. (Unless you specify otherwise, the printer will power on using the custom set configuration values it was using when it was last powered off.) 2. If the printer does not show the correct display sequence, go to the status code section of Chapter 20, "Problem Solving." 1-40 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 61
. | The 4247 Printer Models 001 and 002 are supported by the following operating | systems or environments: AIX version 3.2.5 and later OS/400 version 2.3 Host Print Transform OS/2 version 2.1 and later Windows version 3.0 and later. For AIX Operating Systems: Use the Printer Driver Diskette - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 62
two. Source file for the 4247 workstation customization object when the 4247 is configured for the optional Automatic Sheet Feeder (ASF) unit. Required for use with V3R1 and later operating systems; this object provides AS/400 selection of all three 4247 ASF paper bins. 1-42 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 63
as Windows 3.0 WRITE or OS/2 E) to view the license agreement in the license.txt file and to view the read.1st and 4247.doc files. To print the 400 printer object. OS/2 or Windows Printer Driver Installation See the Printer Driver Installation section in the respective product User's Guides. - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 64
printer, Chapter 3, "Checking and Changing Configuration Parameter Values" for configuration information, Chapter 17, "Paper Loading" for paper loading procedures, or | 4247 Printer Automatic Sheet Feeder Guide, SA24-4407, for information on | installing the ASF feature. 1-44 001, 002 User - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 65
Attention 2-5 Unit Check 2-5 | Display Panel 2-5 Audible Alarm 2-5 Custom Set in Use Indicator 2-6 Function Keys 2-6 15 Manual Sheet Feed 2-15 Auto Sheet Feed 2-15 Form Feed 2-16 Set Top of Form 2-16 Start 2-17 Stop 2-17 Cancel Print 2-18 Test 2-18 © Copyright IBM Corp. - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 66
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display panel, 16 printer | function keys, and an audible alarm. Figure 2-1 illustrates the operator panel and keys for the printer S to p o f F o rm C ancel P rin t Te s t | Figure 2-1. 4247 Printer Model 001 or 002 Operator Panel (with Twinaxial Attachment) P ow er R eady P ro c e s s in g - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 68
tear off position when Front Push or Rear Push is selected. Processing If on, the printer is printing or processing data. If blinking, the printer buffer contains data that cannot be printed immediately. If off, there is no data to process and no data in the print buffer. 2-4 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 69
| keys to scroll through and select Configuration Menu items and Operator Print Tests. You can set this display so the messages appear in one of the following languages: 000 English (default) 001 Deutsch 002 Français 003 Italiano 004 Español 005 Nederlands 006 Dansk 007 Português 008 Norsk - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 70
only one function each. The following keys on the left side have two functions each: Micro↑/Scroll↑ Micro↓/Scroll↓ PA1/Enter→(Coaxial) PA2/Return←(Coaxial) Display Address/Return←(Twinaxial) 2-6 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 71
or Test Menu. Press Menu to enter the Configuration Menu. The printer displays: CONFIGURATION MENU Configuration Storage Note: If a print job is in progress (the printer is printing or the Processing indicator is on), the printer displays: 9 INVALID KEY PRESS PRESS STOP FIRST In this case, you can - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 72
| | Quiet If the Menu is locked, the printer displays: 97 FUNCTION NOT AVAILABLE MENU LOCKED For more information on the Menu Lock function, see your system programmer or the IBM 4247 Printer Models 001, 002 Programming Reference. For more information on configuration parameters and values, see " - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 73
Operator Print | Tests Menu is displayed. Pressing the Enter key selects the displayed option. The Enter function is also used during some of the tests. Display Address/Return← (Twinaxial) D is p la y A d d re ss R e tu rn Display Address Function: This function is valid only when the printer - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 74
printer displays: 61 PA1 SELECTED This message disappears when the host accepts the printer Print Tests Menu is displayed. Pressing the Enter key selects the displayed option. The Enter function is also used during some of the tests. PA2/Return← (Coaxial) PA 2 R e tu rn 2-10 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 75
is not ready. Use the Hex Print function to print all data in hexadecimal code. Press Hex Print to activate this function. The printer displays: 26 HEX PRINT MODE ACTIVE Press Start after you press Hex Print to cause all data to print in hexadecimal codes. This function remains active until you - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 76
for example, labeled continuous forms) for Front, Rear, or Push-Pull, the printer displays: 92 FANFOLD PARK TEAR OFF AT INPUT AND PRESS EJECT Press Stop and perform the action requested on the operator panel display. The printer is then ready for the paper path selection. 2-12 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 77
printer. When the desired path is displayed, press Start. The paper path displayed becomes the active paper path and the printer printer is not ready. Press Line Feed to cause the printer to advance the forms one print line based on the current LPI setting sensor and onto the tractors at the bottom of - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 78
. Refer to "Continuous Forms Eject Mode" on page 10-12 for more information on changing Continuous Forms Eject mode. Ejects forms When the printer is in an end-of-forms condition, the printer displays: 1 END OF FORMS LOAD FORMS Press Stop. You are now ready to load forms. 2-14 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 79
-of-forms condition is encountered. There is no automatic loading for the Rear Pull paper path. When the printer displays: 1 END OF FORMS LOAD FORMS Press Stop and manually align the forms on the rear tractor. Press Load/Eject. Use the Micro↑ or Micro↓ to position the forms. Push-Pull: The Push-Pull - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 80
paper sources only. The alarm beeps and the printer displays: TOP OF FORM SET while you hold down the Set Top of Form key. | If preprinted forms are being used, use Paper Load Positioning (see Chapter 11, | "Printer Adjustments" on page 11-1) instead of Top-of-Form. 2-16 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 81
keys Cause the printer to display: NOT READY (or cause the current test menu to display if the printer is in Operator Print Tests mode) If an error condition appears on the operator panel display, press Stop to: Clear the error message from the display Stop the printer alarm from beeping - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 82
several tests available. After you press Test, the printer displays: 4247 OPERATOR PRINT TESTS Quick Reference Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ to display the other available tests. Refer to Chapter 18, "Using the Operator Print Tests" on page 18-1 on selecting and running tests. 2-18 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 83
3-6 Attachment Selection 3-6 Rear Tractor Use 3-6 | Twinaxial Configuration 3-7 | Coaxial Configuration 3-8 Parallel Configuration 3-9 Printer Setup 3-11 | Printer Adjustment 3-13 Power On Reset 3-13 Display Language 3-14 Send Buffer Reprint Code (Coaxial Attachment 3-14 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 84
Print Tests" for information. Printing Configuration Defaults IBM recommends that you print your configuration values and save this printout for future reference. See "Printer Configuration" on page 18-7 for information on printing your printer configuration values. 3-2 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 85
more information on the Menu Lock function, see your system programmer or the IBM 4247 Printer Model 001, 002 Programming Reference. The first category in the Configuration Menu is listed on the second line of the display. Use Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ to scroll through the Categories until the category - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 86
Set A 5. Press Scroll Up↑ or Scroll Down↓ until the desired custom set name is displayed. 6. Press Enter to store the current parameter values (see Chapter 4, "Configuration Storage" for more details). 7. Press Start again. The printer will exit the menu and become ready. 3-4 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 87
Return use the following steps: 1. If CONFIGURATION MENU is not on the first line of the display, press Return. 2. Press Return again. The printer displays Press ENTER to Save a Custom Set Press RETURN to Not Save in a Set 3. If you do not want to store your changes (they will be lost when the - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 88
Use The Rear Tractor Use category is available only when the rear tractor is | installed.Table 3-3 lists the parameters available when the rear tractor is installed. | Refer to Chapter 6, "Rear Tractor Use" for detailed information on setting these | parameters. 3-6 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 89
DP Quality † Print Language Supported Print Languages 500 International 5/ See Table on page 7-7. Belgian New Printer Address 000-006 000 Data Stream IPDS SCS IPDS Emulation Mode 4247 4224 4230 4214 4247 | Media Size Priority Standard Alternate | Alternate Bar Code Mode High Low - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 90
Alternate Standard Printer Compatibility 2 (New Line at MPP + 1) Standard Alternate Standard Printer Compatibility 3 (Form Feed Followed by Data) Standard Alternate Standard Printer Compatibility 4 Standard (Form Feed Last Character in Order) Alternate Standard 3-8 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 91
) Standard Alternate Standard Printer Compatibility Early Print Complete Disabled Enabled Disabled Printer Compatibility 12 (Automatic Function before Start of OILC Job) Standard Alternate Standard Printer Compatibility Programmed Symbols Disabled Enabled Disabled Bar Code Mode High Low - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 92
Character Set PC1 PC1 PC2 Italics Printer Compatibility 3 (Automatic LF on CR) Disabled Enabled Disabled | Printer Compatibility 4 Disabled Disabled | (Automatic CR on LF) Enabled | (When emulation mode is set to | 4247, 4202 III XL, | or 2381) 3-10 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 93
Feed Suppression) Enabled | (When emulation mode is set to | 4247, 4202 III XL, | or 2381) Printer Compatibility 6 (Init) Enabled Disabled Enabled | Printer Compatibility 7 15 17.1 | (Condensed Print) 16.7 | (When emulation mode is set to 17.1 | 4247, 4202 III XL, | or 2381 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 94
Automatic Restore Continuous Forms Eject Mode Manual Paper Overlay Automatic Manual Load Manual Feed Eject Mode Bar Code Print Direction Graphics Print Direction Perforation Safety Jam Sensors 3-12 001, 002 User's Guide Values Front Rear Bin 1 Bin 2 Bin 3 Manual Bin 1 Bin 2 Bin 3 Paper Envelope - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 95
Feed Left Margin Alignment 0 to 60 10 Manual Feed Paper Load Position −24 to +576 0 Power On Reset Table 3-9 lists the parameters available for the Power On Reset. Refer to Chapter 12, "Power-On Reset (POR)" for detailed information on setting these parameters. Table 3-9. Power On Reset - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 96
Table 3-10 lists the parameters available for the Display Language Category. Refer to Chapter 13, "Display Language" for detailed information on setting these parameters. Table 3-10. Display Language Parameters Display Language Values 000 English 001 Deutsch 002 Français 003 Italiano 004 Espa - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 97
4-7 Recall Factory Defaults 4-8 | This chapter describes the procedures for setting configuration storage values. It | explains the two types of configuration storage (custom and non-custom) and | describes how to create and save them in printer memory. © Copyright IBM Corp. 1995 1997 4-1 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 98
- All, except Printer Compatibility 6 (Init), Interface Type, Input Buffer Size, Select-In Signal, and AutoFeed XT Printer Setup - All, except Paper Source Display Language Printer Adjustments - All, except Bidirectional Adjustment, Sensor Tune, and Quit from Menu. 4-2 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 99
Set you are using. The following parameter values are saved in this part of printer memory: Configuration Storage - All Attachment Rear Tractor Use Twinax Configuration - Printer into Custom Sets. If you save a change made to one of these Non-Custom Set parameter values, the new value will be - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 100
a message similar to Save Current Values Custom Set A Saved 8. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. The display will be updated to show the new custom set that is in use. See "Custom Set in Use Indicator" on page 2-6. 4-4 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 101
" on page 4-2.) You can recall current values from: Custom Set A Custom Set B Custom Set C Custom Set D Custom Set E Custom Set F Custom Set G Custom Set H Note: When a new custom set is recalled, a partial reset is automatically performed when exiting from the configuration menu if the value of at - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 102
Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired Custom Set for the new power-on custom set is displayed. 7. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected Custom Set. 8. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 4-6 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 103
3 Manual Last Used Selecting Last Used causes the Paper Source parameter (in the Printer Setup printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Configuration Storage 3. Press Enter. 4. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Configuration Storage Power-On Paper Source 5. Press Enter to display - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 104
Storage Recall Factory Defaults 5. Press Enter. The printer displays Recall Factory Defaults Yes 6. Press Enter. The printer displays Recall Factory Defaults Factory Defaults Recalled 7. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 4-8 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 105
printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Attachment 3. Press Enter. The printer displays displayed. 5. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 6. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. © Copyright IBM - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 106
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paper path. Both rear and front tractors must be installed for this value to be displayed. To set the Rear Tractor Use value: 1. Press Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Rear Tractor Use 3. Press Enter to display the current value. 4. Press Scroll↑ or - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 108
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7-6 Print Language 7-7 Printer Address 7-9 Data Stream 7-10 Emulation Mode 7-11 | Media Size Priority 7-12 Bar Code Mode 7-13 Graphics Mode 7-14 Alarm Control 7-15 | This chapter describes how to check and change twinaxial configuration parameters | for your 4247 printer. The - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 110
display the current value. 5. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for CPI is displayed. 6. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 7. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 7-2 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 111
1. Press Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Twinax Configuration 3. Press Enter. 4. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Twinax Configuration Lines Per Inch 5. Press Enter to display the current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 112
display the current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for MPP is displayed. 7. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 8. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 7-4 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 113
lines. MPL equals the number of print lines the printer can print on a page. MPL is the page length stated in number of print lines. See the following example to the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Twinax Configuration 3. Press Enter. 4. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Twinax - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 114
current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for Print Quality is displayed. 7. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 8. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 7-6 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 115
(*). You can select any print language that is available for your printer. Determine the value for the language setting you want from the following table: Code Page 37 260 273 274 (Old) Hebrew International 5/Belgian New Korean Thai Latin 2/ROECE Icelandic Greek (New) Cyrillic Yugoslav (Old) OCR - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 116
display the current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired language value is displayed. 7. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 8. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 7-8 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 117
Address to any of the following values. 000 (Default) 001 002 003 004 005 006 To change or check the printer address setting, follow these steps: 1. Press Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Twinax Configuration 3. Press Enter. 4. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 118
value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for the data stream is displayed. 7. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 8. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 7-10 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 119
Emulation Mode to the following values: 4247 (Default) 4224 (If IPDS feature is installed) 4230 4214 (If IPDS feature is not installed or the Data Stream parameter is set to SCS) Notes: 1. The printer performs a partial reset to put any change to this parameter value into effect when you exit the - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 120
↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for media size priority is | displayed. | 7. Press Enter. | An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. | 8. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on | page 3-4. 7-12 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 121
Mode | This parameter is valid only if the IPDS feature is installed and the IPDS data | stream is selected. Changing the value of this parameter can affect throughput in some printing environments. You can set the Bar Code Mode to any of the following values: High (Default) High Contrast - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 122
current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for graphics mode is displayed. 7. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 8. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 7-14 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 123
: 1. Press Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Twinax Configuration 3. Press Enter. 4. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Twinax Configuration Alarm Control 5. Press Enter to display the current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 124
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chapter describes the procedures for checking and changing coaxial | configuration parameters for your 4247 printer. The chapter is divided into sections | according to parameter. Refer to this partial table of contents for parameter and | page listings. © Copyright IBM Corp. 1995 1997 8-1 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 126
display the current value. 5. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for CPI is displayed. 6. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 7. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 8-2 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 127
: 1. Press Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Coax Configuration 3. Press Enter. 4. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Coax Configuration Lines Per Inch 5. Press Enter to display the current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 128
the current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for spacing is displayed. 7. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 8. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 8-4 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 129
the platen and may damage the platen and the print head. 2. This parameter can be overridden by the computer. To change or check the MPP value, follow these steps: 1. Press Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Coax Configuration 3. Press Enter. 4. Press - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 130
steps: 1. Press Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Coax Configuration 3. Press Enter. 4. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Coax Configuration Maximum Page Length 5. Press Enter to display the current value. 8-6 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 131
be displayed in front of the selected value. 8. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. Emulation Mode You can set Emulation Mode to the following values: 4247 (Default) 4224 4230 3287 (See Note 1) 3268 (See Note 1) Notes: 1. If the IPDS feature is - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 132
current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for Print Quality is displayed. 7. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 8. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 8-8 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 133
print language that is available for your printer. Determine the value for the language setting you want from the following table: Table 8-1 (Page 1 of 2). Print Languages Code 838 Thai 870 Latin 2/ROECE 871 Icelandic 875 Greek (New) 880 Cyrillic 890 Yugoslav (Old) 892 OCR-A 893 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 134
Print Languages Code Page Language 1026 Turkish 1097 Farsi Notes: 1. The printer displayed. 7. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 8. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 8-10 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 135
, and Hebrew. Text is always printed in dual case for these languages. Note: This parameter can be overridden by the computer. To change or check the Mono/Dual Case value, follow these steps: 1. Press Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Coax Configuration - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 136
current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for print direction is displayed. 7. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 8. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 8-12 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 137
the IPDS feature is installed. It affects the use of the XOH Set Media Size (SMS) order. This order may be used in the IPDS data stream to set the page size. The Media Size Priority setting specifies whether XOH-SMS orders take precedence over the operator panel settings for maximum print position - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 138
value. 8. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for screen buffer size is displayed. 9. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 10. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 8-14 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 139
return at one position past the current Maximum Print Position value. You can set this value to: Standard (Default) An automatic new line executes at MPP + 1, then a carriage return executes. The next print position will be the first print position of the next line. Alternate No automatic - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 140
value. 8. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for a new line at MPP + 1 is displayed. 9. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 10. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 8-16 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 141
next print position will be the first print position of that line. Note: The printer performs printer displays Coax Configuration Printer Compatibility 5. Press Enter. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Printer Compatibility 3 (FF followed by data) 7. Press Enter to display - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 142
↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for form feed is last character in print order is displayed. 9. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 10. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 8-18 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 143
line if a line contains no printable characters, or you can set the printer to continue printing on the current line. You can set this value to: Standard (Default) If an entire print line contains no printable character, no new line is done. Space (X'40') is considered a printable character. The - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 144
. 8. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for form feed command position is displayed. 9. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 10. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 8-20 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 145
Print Buffer) You can set this value to: Standard (Default) The printer will automatically start a new line after the data in the print buffer has printed, unless a New of print buffer value, follow these steps: 1. Press Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 146
Scroll↓ until the desired value for automatic function after end of OILC job value is displayed. 9. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 10. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 8-22 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 147
Enter. 4. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Coax Configuration Printer Compatibility 5. Press Enter. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Printer Compatibility 9 (Suppress timeout) 7. Press Enter to display the current value. 8. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 148
value. 8. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for Early Print Complete is displayed. 9. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 10. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 8-24 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 149
You can set this value to: | Standard (Default) The printer will execute an automatic New Line printer displays Coax Configuration Printer Compatibility 5. Press Enter. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Printer Compatibility 12 (Auto before OILC) 7. Press Enter to display - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 150
value. 8. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for programmed symbols is displayed. 9. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 10. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 8-26 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 151
only if the IPDS feature is installed. Changing the value of this parameter can affect throughput in some printing environments. You can set the Bar Code Mode to any of the following values: High (Default) High Contrast Bar Codes Low Low Contrast Bar Codes | Computer Selected Contrast as - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 152
current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for bar code mode is displayed. 7. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 8. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 8-28 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 153
: 1. Press Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Coax Configuration 3. Press Enter. 4. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Coax Configuration Alarm Control 5. Press Enter to display the current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 154
value. 8. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for plane selection is displayed. 9. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 10. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 8-30 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 155
printer is printing skip suppressed data, the printer will print on the entire page as defined by the bottom margin (SCS) or MPL. Note: The printer until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Coax Configuration 3. Press Enter. 4. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Coax - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 156
value. 8. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for PS print direction is displayed. 9. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 10. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 8-32 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 157
for checking and changing parallel | configuration parameters for your 4247 printer. The chapter is divided into sections | according to parameter. Refer to the partial table of contents at the beginning of | this chapter for parameter and page listings. © Copyright IBM Corp. 1995 1997 9-1 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 158
display the current value. 5. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for CPI is displayed. 6. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 7. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 9-2 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 159
1. Press Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Parallel Configuration 3. Press Enter. 4. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Parallel Configuration Lines Per Inch 5. Press Enter to display the current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 160
display the current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for MPP is displayed. 7. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 8. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 9-4 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 161
Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Parallel Configuration 3. Press Enter. 4. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Parallel Configuration Maximum Page Length 5. Press Enter to display the current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 162
current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for Emulation Mode is displayed. 7. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 8. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 9-6 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 163
print language that is available for your printer. Determine the value for the language setting you want from the following tables: Code Page (When emulation is set 860 861 862 863 864 865 866 Code Page (When emulation is set to 4247, 4202 III XL, 2381 Personal Printer) N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 164
print quality become fixed at 10 CPI and Near Letter Quality, respectively. To change or check the print language value, follow these steps: 1. Press Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Parallel Configuration 3. Press Enter. 9-8 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 165
4. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Parallel Configuration Print Language 5. Press Enter to display the current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired language value is displayed. 7. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 8. - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 166
current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for Print Quality is displayed. 7. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 8. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 9-10 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 167
NLQ Typeface This parameter is displayed when emulation mode is set to 4247, 4202 III XL, or 2381 Personal Printer. This parameter allows you to set the font to be used for Near Letter Quality printing. The following values are: Courier (Default) Gothic To change or check the NLQ Typeface, follow - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 168
current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for Character Set is displayed. 7. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 8. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 9-12 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 169
Press Enter. 4. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Parallel Configuration Printer Compatibility 5. Press Enter. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Printer Compatibility 3 (Auto LF on CR) 7. Press Enter to display the current value. 8. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 170
↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for Automatic Carriage Return on Line Feed is displayed. 9. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 10. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 9-14 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 171
Compatibility 5 (Form Feed Suppression) | This parameter is displayed when emulation mode is set to 4247, 4202 III XL, or | 2381 Personal Printer. You can set the printer to suppress host form feed commands or to honor all host form feeds. You can set this value to: Disabled (Default) All form - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 172
the current value. 8. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for Init is displayed. 9. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 10. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 9-16 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 173
parameter is displayed when emulation mode is set to 4247, 4202 III XL, or | 2381 Personal Printer. You can set the printer CPI value for condensed print when a Shift In control is | received from the data stream. For more information, see the IBM 4247 Printer | Models 001, 002 Programming - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 174
current value. 8. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for Slashed Zero is displayed. 9. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 10. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 9-18 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 175
CPI) | This parameter is displayed when emulation mode is set to 4247, 4202 III XL, or | 2381 Personal Printer. | You can set the printer to allow 20 CPI condensed print from the data stream. For | more information, see the IBM 4247 Printer Models 001, 002 Programming | Reference. You can - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 176
current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for alarm control is displayed. 7. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 8. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 9-20 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 177
1. Press Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Parallel Configuration 3. Press Enter. 4. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Parallel Configuration Interface Type 5. Press Enter to display the current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 178
value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for Input Buffer Size is displayed. 7. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 8. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 9-22 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 179
Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Parallel Configuration 3. Press Enter. 4. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Parallel Configuration Select-In Signal 5. Press Enter to display the current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 180
current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for AutoFeed XT is displayed. 7. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 8. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 9-24 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 181
13 Automatic Manual Load 10-14 Manual Feed Eject Mode 10-15 Bar Code Print Direction 10-16 Graphics Print Direction 10-17 Perforation Safety 10-18 Jam Sensors 10-19 | This chapter describes the procedures for checking and changing printer setup | parameters for your 4247 printer. The - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 182
current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for paper source is displayed. 7. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 8. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 10-2 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 183
bin: 1. Press Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Printer Setup 3. Press Enter. 4. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Printer Setup ASF Default Bin 5. Press Enter to display the current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 184
ASF is installed. For accurate host support, the printer must know if the bin contains displayed. 7. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 8. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 10-4 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 185
Linking: 1. Press Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Printer Setup 3. Press Enter. 4. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Printer Setup ASF Bin Linking 5. Press Enter to display the current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 186
value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for Front Forms Backup is displayed. 7. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 8. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 10-6 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 187
Forms Backup This parameter is displayed as long as the rear continuous forms paper source is available. The Rear Forms Backup parameter instructs the printer whether it can perform tractor movements that would back the forms up. Such movements include parking the printer. This would be used when - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 188
. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for Continuous Forms Linking is displayed. 7. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 8. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 10-8 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 189
mode: 1. Press Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Printer Setup 3. Press Enter. 4. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Printer Setup Form Feed Mode 5. Press Enter to display the current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 190
value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for the Automatic Eject is displayed. 7. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 8. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 10-10 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 191
to perform an automatic load without pressing Load/Eject. You can set this value to: | Disabled (Default) No automatic load. The Load/Eject is required to load | forms. Data An automatic load occurs each time a new print job is received. Timer (10 to 50 seconds) An automatic load with - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 192
. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for Continuous Forms Eject Mode is displayed. 7. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 8. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 10-12 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 193
: 1. Press Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays: CONFIGURATION MENU Printer Setup 3. Press Enter. 4. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays: Printer Setup Manual Paper Overlay 5. Press Enter to display the current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 194
value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for Automatic Manual Load is displayed. 7. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 8. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 10-14 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 195
: 1. Press Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Printer Setup 3. Press Enter. 4. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Printer Setup Manual Feed Eject Mode 5. Press Enter to display the current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 196
. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for bar code print direction is displayed. 7. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 8. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 10-16 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 197
two passes of graphics printing on a line. Bidirectional Causes the printer to print as the print head moves in | both directions. (This setting causes faster throughput | but may affect print quality. Verify that the print quality | is acceptable before running a print job.) To change or - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 198
through the mylar without the print head touching the form. This setting is recommended for thick multiple-part forms. To change or check the Perforation Safety value: 1. Press Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Printer Setup 3. Press Enter. 4. Press - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 199
of the paper paths. Disabled Disables the paper jam sensors. IBM recommends that these sensors not be disabled. To change or check the Jam Sensors category: 1. Press Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Printer Setup 3. Press Enter. 4. Press Scroll↑ or - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 200
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adjustment parameters can be set for each paper source: Front, | Rear, ASF Bin 1, ASF Bin 2, ASF Bin 3, and Manual. | This chapter is divided into sections according to parameter. Refer to the partial | table of contents above for parameter and page listings. © Copyright IBM Corp. 1995 1997 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 202
8 Selects a fixed print head distance value from 1 to 8 in increments of 0.5 (where each value equals approximately 0.05 mm [.002 in.]). To change or check the Front AFTA: 1. Press Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Printer Adjustments 3. Press Enter - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 203
Press Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Printer Adjustments 3. Press Enter. 4. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Printer Adjustments Front Tear Position 5. Press Enter to display the current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 204
exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. Note: If the left margin alignment is too large for the current print line, an 5 MARGIN ERROR ADJUST MARGIN OR LINE LENGTH will occur. For more information on the message, see Chapter 20, "Problem Solving." 11-4 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 205
Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Printer Adjustments 3. Press Enter. 4. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Printer Adjustments Front Paper Load Position 5. Press Enter to display the current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 206
8 Selects a fixed print head distance value from 1 to 8 in increments of 0.5 (where each value equals approximately 0.05 mm [.002 in.]). To change or check the Rear AFTA: 1. Press Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Printer Adjustments 3. Press Enter - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 207
Press Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Printer Adjustments 3. Press Enter. 4. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Printer Adjustments Rear Tear Position 5. Press Enter to display the current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 208
. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. Note: If the left margin alignment is too large for the current print line, an 5 MARGIN ERROR ADJUST MARGIN OR LINE LENGTH will occur. For more information on the message, see Chapter 20, "Problem Solving" on page 20-1. 11-8 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 209
Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Printer Adjustments 3. Press Enter. 4. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Printer Adjustments Rear Paper Load Position 5. Press Enter to display the current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 210
1 to 8 Selects a fixed print head distance value from 1 to 8 (where each value equals approximately 0.05 mm [.002 in.]). To change or check the ASF Bin 1 AFTA: 1. Press Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Printer Adjustments 3. Press Enter. 4. Press - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 211
Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. Note: If the ASF Bin 1 left margin alignment is too large for the current print line, an 5 MARGIN ERROR ADJUST MARGIN OR LINE LENGTH will occur. For more information on the message, see Chapter 20, "Problem Solving" on page 20-1. Chapter 11. Printer Adjustments 11-11 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 212
6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for ASF Bin 1 Paper Load Position is displayed. 7. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 8. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 11-12 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 213
1 to 8 Selects a fixed print head distance value from 1 to 8 (where each value equals approximately 0.05 mm [.002 in.]). To change or check the ASF Bin 2 AFTA: 1. Press Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Printer Adjustments 3. Press Enter. 4. Press - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 214
the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. Note: If the ASF Bin 2 left margin alignment is too large for the current print line, an 5 MARGIN ERROR ADJUST MARGIN OR LINE LENGTH will occur. For more information on the message, see Chapter 20, "Problem Solving" on page 20-1. 11-14 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 215
Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Printer Adjustments 3. Press Enter. 4. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Printer Adjustments ASF Bin 2 Paper Load Position 5. Press Enter to display the current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 216
1 to 8 Selects a fixed print head distance value from 1 to 8 (where each value equals approximately 0.05 mm [.002 in.]). To change or check the ASF Bin 3 AFTA: 1. Press Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Printer Adjustments 3. Press Enter. 4. Press - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 217
Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. Note: If the ASF Bin 3 left margin alignment is too large for the current print line, an 5 MARGIN ERROR ADJUST MARGIN OR LINE LENGTH will occur. For more information on the message, see Chapter 20, "Problem Solving" on page 20-1. Chapter 11. Printer Adjustments 11-17 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 218
6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for ASF Bin 3 Paper Load Position is displayed. 7. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 8. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 11-18 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 219
1 to 8 Selects a fixed print head distance value from 1 to 8 (where each value equals approximately 0.05 mm [.002 in.]). To change or check the manual feed AFTA: 1. Press Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Printer Adjustments 3. Press Enter. 4. Press - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 220
the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. Note: If the manual feed left margin alignment is too large for the current print line, an 5 MARGIN ERROR ADJUST MARGIN OR LINE LENGTH will occur. For more information on the message, see Chapter 20, "Problem Solving" on page 20-1. 11-20 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 221
Press Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Printer Adjustments 3. Press Enter. 4. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Printer Adjustments Manual Feed Paper Load Position 5. Press Enter to display the current value. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 222
. 6. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the desired value for Bidirectional Adjustment is displayed. 7. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 8. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 11-22 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 223
Test. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays 4247 OPERATOR PRINT TESTS Printer Adjustments 3. Press Enter. 4. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Printer Adjustments Sensor Tune 5. Press Enter. The printer displays the following: Sensor Tune Clear ALL Paths and - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 224
, follow these steps: 1. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Printer Adjustments Quit from Menu 2. Press Enter. The printer displays Quit from Menu Restore Previous Values 3. Press Enter. The printer restores the previous values and becomes not ready. 11-24 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 225
displays CONFIGURATION MENU Power On Reset 3. Press Enter. The printer displays Power On Reset Yes 4. Press Enter. The printer displays Power On Reset Reset Executed 5. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. © Copyright IBM Corp. 1995 1997 12 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 226
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(Default) 000 Deutsch 001 Français 002 Italiano 003 Español 004 Nederlands 005 Dansk 006 Português 007 Norsk 008 Svenska 009 Suomi 010 Note: The display language changes immediately when you select a new value. To change or check the display language, follow these steps - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 228
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) You can set Send Buffer Reprint Code to: Yes No (Default) Selecting Yes causes the printer to reprint all of the data stored in the communications buffer after Start is pressed. A message is displayed while the function is processing. The function is not accepted if print operation is active - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 230
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vital product data for the printer. The two Vital Product Data fields you can change are: Serial Number Device Specific Information Note: Vital Product Data values, unlike all of the other configuration values, are not saved when you save a Custom Set; - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 232
the printer displays Vital Product Data Serial Number 5. Press Enter. The printer displays the current value for the serial number of the printer. A the serial number is displayed. 9. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 15-2 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 233
This parameter stores user defined information for the printer. This information is a 16-digit alphanumeric value. To check or change the Device Specific Information for the printer, follow these steps: 1. Press Menu. 2. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Vital - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 234
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printer displays Quit from Menu Restore Previous Values 4. Press Enter. The printer restores the previous values and becomes not ready. Note: Any Custom Set changes that were made and saved prior to selecting Quit From Menu are not affected by this selection. The new values stored into Custom Sets - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 236
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One Continuous Form and Loading Another 17-56 | Parking a Continuous Form 17-56 | Changing the Paper Path 17-56 Rear Pull Paper Path 17-56 Installing the Tractor Unit in the Rear Pull Position 17-57 | Installation Procedure 17-58 Configuring the Printer for the Rear Pull Paper Path - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 238
17-3 Rear Push Rear Rear 17-15 Dual Push Both Both 17-32 Rear Pull Rear Front 17-56 Push-Pull Both Front 17-77 Manual Sheet Feed None Front 17-100 | Auto Sheet Feed None Rear See the IBM | 4247 Printer | Automatic | Sheet Feeder | Guide. 17-2 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 239
Push Paper Path Installing the Tractor Unit in the Front Push Position P a p e r E x it F ro n t P u sh a n d M anual Sheet Feed M anual Sheet Feed P o w e r S w itc h F ro n t P u sh This illustration shows the Front Push paper path from the left side of the printer. Chapter 17. Paper Loading - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 240
Notes: Make sure the metal deflector on the forms guide is in the push (open) position. M e ta l F o rm s G u id e D e fle c to r C lo s e d ( P U L L ) P o s itio n M metal deflector with one hand and the plastic rib on the forms guide with the other hand. - While pulling the metal deflector and the - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 241
there is a paper bail in the printer, ensure that it is closed (see 5 below). | Install the paper bail assembly if it is not already installed. | 1. Remove the ribbon cartridge. (See "Removing the Ribbon Cartridge" on | page 19-11.) | 2. Move the printhead to the far right. | 3. Grip the - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 242
fully-extended position. | Installation Procedure 1. The power switch is located on the lower left side of the printer. Make sure that the switch is set to Off (O) before removing or installing forms tractors. 2. Determine which tractor installation steps to follow: 17-6 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 243
step 3 on | page 17-8. a. Grip both sides of the round tractor shaft while operating the tractor release levers as shown. Lift the tractor out of the printer. R o u n d T ra c to r S h a ft T r a c to r R e le a s e L e v e r s If the tractor was in the Rear Push position, go to step 3 on page - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 244
the front tractor cover to its locked position. CAUTION: The paper feed motor may get hot during operation. Be careful when removing or installing the tractor unit. 4. Open the hinged gear protector cover by rotating it down out of the way. G e a r P ro te c to r C o v e r 17-8 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 245
5. Stand facing the front of the printer. Hold the tractor unit with the tractor doors toward you and the electrical connector tab on the right. E le c tr ic a l C o n n e c to r T a b T r a c to r R e le a s e L e v e r s G ear L e ft T ra c to r A lig n m e n t M a r k S p a c e rs T ra c to - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 246
fully seated in the connector, and the bottom of the tractor unit is level with (same amount of space from) the base of the printer. F r o n t T ra c to r E le c tr ic a l C o n n e c to r R o u n d T ra c to r S h a ft E le c tr ic a l C o n n e c to r T a b 17-10 001, 002 User's Guide B ase - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 247
the Front Push Paper Path To configure the printer for the Front Push paper path: 1. Power On (|) the printer. Power Switch | 2. Wait until the message IBM 4247 appears, all the segments of the LCD on the | operator panel display are lit, and the printer has stopped all motion. If you | want - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 248
locking levers on the tractors. Move the right tractor to the extreme right. 2. Move the left tractor to the tractor alignment mark. A lig n m e n t M a r k L o c k in g L e v e rs 3. Lock the left locking lever. 4. Open both of the tractor doors. 17-12 001, 002 User's Guide L e ft L o c k in - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 249
5. Put the left paper holes of the form over the left tractor pins. Close the left tractor door. 6. Move the right tractor until the right paper holes of the form fit on the right tractor pins. Be sure that the forms go under the forms jam sensor and that the forms are straight. To p o f F o rm P a - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 250
slide the right tractor away from the | right side of the printer. Make sure the tractor pins are centered in tractor in place, lock the right locking lever. 10. Move the spacers along the tractor bar to support the width of the form. 11. Close the front tractor cover. 17-14 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 251
per Inch, Lines per | Inch, or Maximum Print Position [MPP]), and you do not want to use the printer | default settings, see Chapter 3, "Checking and Changing Configuration Parameter | Values." Rear Push Paper Path Installing the Tractor Unit in the Rear Push Position This illustration shows - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 252
Pull the bottom release levers toward you with your finger tips and push the movable edge of the tractor down toward the flat surface with your thumbs (1) until the tractor locks in the fully extended position (2). 1 2 17-16 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 253
side of the printer. Make sure that the switch is set to Off (O) before removing or installing forms tractors. 2. Open not touch inside the printer or insert any object into the gears. Store the cover in a safe place until it is needed for reinstallation. 3. Lift the forms guide to its full open - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 254
you. c. Pull the bottom release levers toward you with your finger tips and push the movable edge of the tractor down toward the flat surface with your thumbs (1) until the tractor locks in the fully extended position (2). 1 2 Continue with step 5 on page 17-20. 17-18 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 255
position. e. Grip both sides of the round tractor shaft while operating the tractor release levers as shown. Lift the tractor out of the printer and set it aside. T ra c to r R e le a s e L e v e rs R o u n d T ra c to r S h a ft CAUTION: If the front tractor unit is not installed, make sure the - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 256
cover and the front tractor cover. G e a r P ro te c to r C o v e r 5. Locate the push-pull selector next to the gears on the left side of the printer. | Push the push-pull selector down and toward the rear of the printer until the | upper gear fully engages. 17-20 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 257
6. Stand facing the front of the printer. Hold the tractor unit with the tractor doors toward you, and the electrical connector tab on With both hands supported on the round tractor shaft, position the electrical connector tab above its connector on the left side of the printer and the two lowest - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 258
the printer, install one as follows: | a. Remove the ribbon cartridge. (See "Removing the Ribbon Cartridge" on | page 19-11.) | b. Move the printhead to trip | e. Rotate the paper bail assembly toward the back of the printer, closing it as | far as it will go. 17-22 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 259
LEVEL 2 BAIL (WITH TAB) Tab touches frame No Frame Tab Tab | f. Reinstall the ribbon cartridge. (See "Installing the Ribbon Cartridge" on | page 19-13.) 11. Make sure the metal deflector on the forms guide is in the push (open) position. M e ta l F o rm s G u id e D e fle c to r C lo - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 260
metal deflector is in the pull (closed) position, do the following: a. Grasp the metal deflector with one hand and the plastic rib on the forms guide with the other hand. b. While pulling the metal deflector and the plastic rib apart, move the metal deflector down until it is below the metal - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 261
13. Close the forms guide and top cover. To p C o v e r F o rm s G u id e | Configuring the Printer for the Rear Push Paper Path To configure the printer for the Rear Push paper path: 1. Power On (|) the printer. Power Switch | 2. Wait until the message IBM 4247 appears, all the segments of the - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 262
. 13. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Paper Source Rear 14. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 15. Press Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4 for instructions. 17-26 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 263
and Output Locations" in Chapter 19, "Supplies, Optional Features, and Maintenance" for information on stacking height limits. 2. If you have installed an ASF unit and you now want to install the rear tractor, you must first switch off the printer power, remove the ASF stacker, and then reinstall - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 264
4. Move the left tractor to the tractor alignment mark. A lig n m e n t M a rk L o c k in g L e v e rs 5. Lock the left locking lever. L e ft L o c k in g L e v e r 17-28 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 265
o o rs 7. With the side of the forms you want to print on facing the front of the printer, insert the forms under the rear tractor paper door, guiding the forms over the tractor unit. In s e rt fo rm s u n d e r th e re a r tra c to r p a p e r d o o r R e a r T ra c to r P a p e r D o o r 8. Align - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 266
9. Close the left tractor door. P a p e r U n d e r F o rm s Ja m S e n so r To p o f F o rm 10. Move the right tractor until the right paper holes of the form fit on the right tractor pins. 11. Close the right tractor door. 17-30 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 267
paper is too tight, slide the right tractor away from the | right side of the printer. Make sure the tractor pins are centered in the paper holes. 13. While holding the right tractor in place, lock the right locking lever. 14. Move the spacers along the tractor bar to support the width of the form - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 268
to use the printer defaults for form settings (such as Characters per Inch, Lines per Inch, or Maximum Print Position [MPP]), printer to automatically alternate from Front Push to Rear Push or vice versa, set Continuous Forms Linking to Enabled in the Configuration Menu. 17-32 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 269
Feed F ro n t P u sh P o w e r S w itc h Note: This paper path procedure assumes that both tractors are not installed in the printer and are in the Push or fully-extended position. If either one or both of the tractors are in the Rear Pull or angled position, follow these steps before continuing - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 270
front tractor cover to its locked position. CAUTION: The paper feed motor may get hot during operation. Be careful when removing or installing the tractor unit. 3. Open the hinged gear protector cover by rotating it down out of the way. G e a r P ro te c to r C o v e r 17-34 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 271
4. Stand facing the front of the printer. Hold the tractor unit with the tractor doors toward you and the electrical connector tab on the right. E le c tr ic a l C o n n e c to r T a b T r a c to r R e le a s e L e v e r s G ear L e ft T ra c to r A lig n m e n t M a r k S p a c e rs T ra c to - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 272
fully seated in the connector, and the bottom of the tractor unit is level with (same amount of space from) the base of the printer. F r o n t T ra c to r E le c tr ic a l C o n n e c to r R o u n d T ra c to r S h a ft E le c tr ic a l C o n n e c to r T a b 17-36 001, 002 User's Guide B ase - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 273
an ASF unit and you now want to install the rear tractor, you must first switch off the printer power, remove the ASF stacker, and then reinstall the stacker after completing installation of the rear tractor. To install the tractor unit in the Rear Push position: 1. Open the top cover and - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 274
2. Lift the forms guide to its full open (vertical) position. F o rm s G u id e P u s h -P u ll S e le c to r 17-38 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 275
3. Locate the push-pull selector next to the gears on the left side of the printer. Push the push-pull selector toward the rear of the printer until the gear shafts are completely at the top of the slots in the selector. Chapter 17. Paper Loading 17-39 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 276
5. With both hands supported on the round tractor shaft, position the electrical connector tab above its connector on the left side of the printer and the two lowest pins on the right. R e a r T ra c to r E le c tric a l C o n n e c to r T ra c to r M o u n tin g P in s 17-40 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 277
it is closed (see 8e below). | 8. If there is not a paper bail in the printer, install one as follows: | a. Remove the ribbon cartridge. (See "Removing the Ribbon Cartridge" on | page 19-11.) | b. Move the printhead to the far right. | c. Grip the bail assembly as shown in the following - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 278
guide is in the push (open) position. M e ta l F o rm s G u id e D e fle c to r C lo s e d ( P U L L ) P o s itio n M e ta l F o rm s G u id e D e fle c to r O pen ( PUSH ) P o s itio n 10. If the metal deflector is in the pull (closed) position, do the following: 17-42 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 279
the metal deflector with one hand and the plastic rib on the forms guide with the other hand. b. While pulling the metal deflector and the ta l P in M e ta l D e fle c to r P la s tic R ib 11. Close the forms guide and top cover. To p C o v e r F o rm s G u id e Chapter 17. Paper Loading 17-43 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 280
value. 8. Press Return to return to the Configuration Menu. 9. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Printer Setup 10. Press Enter. 11. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Printer Setup Paper Source 12. Press Enter. 17-44 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 281
Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Continuous Forms Linking Enabled 20. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. 21. Press Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4 for instructions. Chapter 17. Paper Loading - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 282
, Optional Features, and Maintenance" for tractors. Move the right tractor to the extreme right. 2. Move the left tractor to the tractor alignment mark. A lig n m e n t M a rk L o c k in g L e v e rs 3. Lock the left locking lever. 4. Open both of the tractor doors. 17-46 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 283
5. Put the left paper holes of the form over the left tractor pins. Close the left tractor door. 6. Move the right tractor until the right paper holes of the form fit on the right tractor pins. Be sure that the forms go under the forms jam sensor and that the forms are straight. To p o f F o rm P a - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 284
is too tight, slide the right tractor away from the | right side of the printer. Make sure the tractor pins are centered in the paper holes tractor in place, lock the right locking lever. 10. Move the spacers along the tractor bar to support the width of the form. 17-48 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 285
the rear tractor. To load paper in the Rear Push position: 1. Press Park/Path. The printer displays 91 FANFOLD PARK TEAR OFF AT OUTPUT AND PRESS PARK 2. Press Stop and perform the action requested on the operator panel display. 3. Press Park/Path to back the forms below the print line. 4. Press - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 286
printer. D o o r C lo s e d Door O pen 6. Open the top cover and the forms guide. 7. Unlock the locking levers on the tractors. Move the right tractor to the extreme right. 8. Move the left tractor to the tractor alignment mark. A lig n m e n t M a rk L o c k in g L e v e rs 17-50 001, 002 User - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 287
9. Lock the left locking lever. L e ft L o c k in g L e v e r 10. Open both of the tractor doors. T ra c to r D o o rs Chapter 17. Paper Loading 17-51 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 288
a p e r D o o r 12. Align and put the left paper holes of the form over the left tractor pins. Be sure the forms pass under the forms jam sensor and that the forms are straight. 13. Close the left tractor door. P a p e r U n d e r F o rm s Ja m S e n so r To p o f F o rm 17-52 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 289
the | slack in the form. If the paper is too tight, slide the right tractor away from the | right side of the printer. Make sure the tractor pins are centered in the paper holes. L e ft M a rg in R ig h t M a rg in C o rrect L e ft M a rg in R ig h t M a rg in In c o rre c t Chapter - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 290
17. While holding the right tractor in place, lock the right locking lever. 18. Move the spacers along the tractor bar to support the width of the form. 17-54 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 291
the Front-Push | paper path. Either form can be loaded and printed, however, the other form must | be parked. See "Parking One Continuous Form and Loading Another" on | page 17-56. If your applications do not control forms settings (such as Characters | per Inch, Lines per Inch, or Maximum - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 292
selected from the operator | panel, but to use it, you will need to re-configure the paper path both before and | after using Manual. Manual cannot be selected via the IPDS data stream when | the printer is set for either the Rear-Pull or the Push-Pull paper paths. 17-56 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 293
shows the Rear Pull paper path from the left side of the printer. Note: The paper path procedures always assume that a tractor not installed in the printer is stored in the Push or fully-extended position. If you remove a tractor from the Rear Pull or angled position, use the following procedure - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 294
If a cover is removed, do not touch inside the printer or insert any object into the gears. Store the cover in a safe place until it is needed for reinstallation. 3. Lift the forms guide to its full open (vertical) position. F o rm s G u id e P u s h -P u ll S e le c to r 17-58 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 295
, continue here. a. Grip both sides of the round tractor shaft while operating the tractor release levers as shown. Lift the tractor out of the printer. R o u n d T ra c to r S h a ft T ra c to r R e le a s e L e v e rs b. Place the tractor face down on a flat surface with the electrical connector - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 296
out of the printer and set it aside. T ra c to r R e le a s e L e v e rs R o u n d T ra c to r S h a ft CAUTION: If the front tractor unit is not installed, make sure the gear protector cover is closed. Do not touch inside the printer or insert any object into the gears. 17-60 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 297
on the right side, pointing toward you. h. Pull the bottom release levers toward you with your finger tips and pull the movable edge of the tractor up away from the flat surface with your thumbs (1) until the tractor locks in the angled position (2). 1 2 Chapter 17. Paper Loading 17-61 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 298
5. Locate the push-pull selector next to the gears on the left side of the printer. Pull the push-pull selector toward the front of the printer until the gear shafts are completely at the bottom of the slots in the selector. 17-62 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 299
6. Stand facing the front of the printer. Hold the tractor unit with the tractor doors toward you, and the electrical connector tab on With both hands supported on the round tractor shaft, position the electrical connector tab above its connector on the left side of the printer and the two lowest - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 300
(See "Removing the Ribbon Cartridge" on | page 19-11.) | b. Move the printhead to the far right. | c. Grip the bail assembly as shown in the following illustration. Rotate it | toward the front of the printer until the pivot posts on the sides can | disengage. 17-64 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 301
d. Store the bail assembly for future use with other paper paths. | e. Reinstall the ribbon cartridge. (See "Installing the Ribbon Cartridge" on | page 19-13.) 10. Make sure the metal deflector on the forms guide is in the pull (closed) position. M e ta l F o rm s G u id e D e fle c to r C lo - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 302
metal deflector is in the push (open) position, do the following: a. Grasp the metal deflector with one hand and the plastic rib on the forms guide with the other hand. b. While pulling the metal deflector and the plastic rib apart, move the metal deflector up until it is above the metal - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 303
12. Close the forms guide and top cover. To p C o v e r F o rm s G u id e Chapter 17. Paper Loading 17-67 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 304
↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Printer Setup 10. Press Enter. 11. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Printer Setup Paper Source 12. Press Enter. 13. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Paper Source Front 17-68 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 305
"Supplies, Optional Features, and Maintenance" for information on stacking height limits. 1. Press Load/Eject to move the print head to the extreme right. 2. Open the rear tractor paper door by pulling it up toward you until both ends are latched. 3. Open the top cover and the forms guide. 4. Unlock - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 306
with a bright color, such as red. Note: If you are using forms with a length less than 203.2 mm (8 in.), you will not be able to print on the forms above the mark. 17-70 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 307
9. Insert the paper through the front tractor opening and push it up as far as it will go. A lig n m e n t M a rk fo r S e ttin g To p o f F o rm 10. above the paper bail. P a p e r B a il 11. Align and put the left paper holes of the form over the left tractor pins. Chapter 17. Paper Loading 17-71 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 308
12. Close the left tractor door. To p o f F o rm 13. Move the right tractor until the right paper holes of the form fit on the right tractor pins. 14. Close the right tractor door. 17-72 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 309
, slide the right tractor away from the | right side of the printer. Make sure the tractor pins are centered in tractor in place, lock the right locking lever. 17. Move the spacers along the tractor bar to support the width of the form. F o rm s J a m S e n s o r 18. Reach under the front tractor - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 310
19. Press Micro ↑ until the mark on the perforation (see step 8 on page 17-70 ) is between the mylar strips. Push the ribbon aside at the left to help see the alignment mark. A lig n m e n t M a rk C a n B e S e e n B e h in d R ib b o n 20. Close the front tractor cover. 17-74 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 311
21. Close the forms guide and the top cover. To p C o v e r F o rm s G u id e 22. Press Load/Eject to set top of form. Chapter 17. Paper Loading 17-75 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 312
is now ready for jobs that use the Rear Pull paper path. If you do not want to use the printer defaults for form settings (such as Characters per Inch, Lines per Inch, or Maximum Print Position [MPP]), see Chapter 3, "Checking and Changing Configuration Parameter Values." 17-76 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 313
, thicker multiple-part forms, higher humidity) because of the use of four tractors and the straight paper path. | To use this paper path, the Automatic Sheet Feeder (ASF) should not be installed | in the printer. | It is not recommended to select Manual when the printer is set for either the - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 314
. Make sure that the switch is set to Off (O) before removing or installing forms tractors. 2. Open the front tractor cover to its locked position. CAUTION: The paper feed motor may get hot during operation. Be careful when removing or installing the tractor unit. 17-78 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 315
by rotating it down out of the way. G e a r P ro te c to r C o v e r 4. Get the tractor that is in the Push or fully-extended position. 5. Stand facing the front of the printer. Hold the tractor unit with the tractor doors toward you and the electrical connector tab on the right. E le c tric - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 316
fully seated in the connector, and the bottom of the tractor unit is level with (same amount of space from) the base of the printer. F r o n t T ra c to r E le c tr ic a l C o n n e c to r R o u n d T ra c to r S h a ft E le c tr ic a l C o n n e c to r T a b 17-80 001, 002 User's Guide B ase - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 317
Procedure (Rear Pull) To install the tractor unit in the Rear Pull position: 1. Open the top cover and tilt it all the way back. CAUTION: Do not remove the top cover or automatic sheet feeder cover unless it is necessary for the installation of a printer accessory. If a cover is removed, do - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 318
2. Lift the forms guide to its full open (vertical) position. F o rm s G u id e P u s h -P u ll S e le c to r 17-82 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 319
3. Locate the push-pull selector next to the gears on the left side of the printer. Pull the push-pull selector toward the front of the printer until the gear shafts are completely at the bottom of the slots in the selector. Chapter 17. Paper Loading 17-83 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 320
5. With both hands supported on the round tractor shaft, position the electrical connector tab above its connector on the left side of the printer and the two lowest pins on the right. R e a r T ra c to r E le c tric a l C o n n e c to r T ra c to r M o u n tin g P in s 17-84 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 321
tractor unit until it clicks on both sides and the electrical connector tab is fully seated in the connector. | 7. Install the paper bail assembly if it is not already installed. | a. Remove the ribbon cartridge. (See "Removing the Ribbon Cartridge" on | page 19-11.) | b. Move the printhead - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 322
A s s e m b ly P la s tic S tr ip | e. Rotate the paper bail assembly toward the back of the printer, closing it as | far as it will go. | Paper bail assemblies without tabs on the end caps must be installed in the | touches frame No Frame Tab Tab hc0z0001 17-86 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 323
cartridge. (See "Installing the Ribbon Cartridge" on | page 19-13.) 8. Make sure the metal deflector on the forms guide is in the pull (closed) position. M e ta l F o r m s G u id e D e fle c to r C lo s e d ( P U L L ) P o s itio n M e ta l F o r m s G u id e D e fle c to r O pen ( PU SH - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 324
b. While pulling the metal deflector and the plastic rib apart, move the metal deflector up until it is above the metal pin. M e ta l P in M e ta l D e fle c to r P la s tic R ib 10. Close the forms guide and top cover. To p C o ve r F o rm s G u id e 17-88 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 325
the Push-Pull Paper Path To configure the printer for the Push-Pull paper path: 1. Power On (|) the printer. Power Switch | 2. Wait until the message IBM 4247 appears, all the segments of the LCD on the | operator panel display are lit, and the printer has stopped all motion. 3. Press Menu to - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 326
Open the rear tractor paper door at the back of the printer by pulling it up toward you until both ends are latched. 2. Press Load/Eject to move the print head to the extreme right. 3. Unlock the locking levers on the tractors. Move the right tractor to the extreme right. 17-90 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 327
. A lig n m e n t M a rk L o c k in g L e v e rs 5. Lock the left locking lever. 6. Open both of the tractor doors. L e ft L o c k in g L e v e r T ra c to r D o o rs 7. Put the left paper holes of the form over the left tractor pins. Close the left tractor door. Chapter 17. Paper Loading 17-91 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 328
the right tractor until the right paper holes of the form fit on the right tractor pins. Be sure that the forms go under the forms jam sensor and that the forms are straight. To p o f F o rm P a p e r U n d e r F o rm s J a m S e n s o r 9. Close the right tractor door. 17-92 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 329
paper is too tight, slide the right tractor away from the | right side of the printer. Make sure the tractor pins are centered in the paper holes. 11. While holding the right tractor in place, lock the right locking lever. 12. Move the spacers along the tractor bar to support the width of the form - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 330
. 14. Press Load/Eject to feed the paper up to the Rear Pull tractors. 15. Open the top cover and the forms guide. 16. Unlock the locking levers on the tractors. 17. Move the left tractor to the tractor alignment mark and the right tractor to inside the width of the form. 17-94 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 331
A lig n m e n t M a r k L o c k in g L e v e r 18. Lock the left locking lever. 19. Open the left tractor door. Chapter 17. Paper Loading 17-95 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 332
the form over the left tractor pins. L e ft L o c k in g L e v e r S q u a re T ra c to r S h a ft 21. While holding the form in place, close the left tractor door. 22. Move the right tractor far enough to the right until you can open the tractor door. To p o f F o rm 17-96 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 333
paper is too tight, slide the right tractor away from the | right side of the printer. Make sure the tractor pins are centered in the paper holes. While holding the right tractor in place, lock the right locking lever. 27. Move the spacers along the tractor bar to support the width of the form - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 334
28. Make sure that all four tractors are aligned. 29. Close the forms guide and the top cover. To p C o v e r F o r m s G u id e 30. Press Form Feed. 17-98 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 335
press Load/Eject to feed the paper through the rear tractor paper door. Make sure the forms pass under the forms jam sensor and under the rear tractor paper door. R e a r T ra c to r P a p e r D o o r 32. Press Start to make the printer ready. The printer is now ready for jobs that use the Push-Pull - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 336
in the printer for Front Push, Rear Push, or Push-Pull, the printer displays 91 FANFOLD PARK TEAR OFF AT OUTPUT AND PRESS PARK If continuous forms are currently in the printer for Rear Pull, the printer displays 92 FANFOLD PARK TEAR OFF AT INPUT AND PRESS EJECT 17-100 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 337
3. Press Park/Path to back the forms below the print line. 4. Press Park/Path again to change the paper path on the operator panel display to Manual. 5. Insert your thumb into the center opening and pull the door down. 6. Move the left cut-sheet paper guide to the left alignment mark. Move the right - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 338
to enabled in the Printer Setup menu, after a three second timeout, the paper is automatically fed into the printer and your job is printed. or If Automatic Manual Load is set to disabled in the Printer Setup menu, press Load/Eject to load the paper and print your job. 17-102 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 339
Chapter 18. Using the Operator Print Tests General Test Instructions 18-2 Quick Reference 18-3 Printer Demonstration 18-5 Printer Configuration 18-7 Firmware Information 18-10 Printer Adjustments 18-11 This chapter describes the print tests you can perform to: Check information on the - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 340
reset, and becomes online ready. When a test is not running, pressing Return or Cancel Print tells the printer to exit test mode and perform a partial reset. If you press Return, the printer becomes not ready. If you press Cancel Print, the printer becomes online ready. 18-2 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 341
, coaxial, etcetera). To begin the Quick Reference Test: 1. Press Test. The printer displays 4247 OPERATOR PRINT TESTS Quick Reference 2. Press Enter or Start to begin the test. The Ready indicator goes on and printing begins. 3. When the Quick Reference test is complete the Ready indicator goes - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 342
Po si tio n Maximum Pag e Leng th Emula tion Mod e Pr i n t La ng uag e Pr i n t Q ua l i ty NLQ Ty pef ac e Charac ter Set Pr i n ter Co m pa ti bili ty 3 ( A u to L F on CR ) 4 ( A u to CR on L F ) 5 ( FF S u ppr ession ) ts Figure 18-1. Sample Quick Reference Printout 18-4 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 343
off. 5. Press Cancel Print to make the printer ready or Return to make the printer not ready (see "General Test Instructions" on page 18-2). | The following sample printout is from the 4247-002. The printer demonstration for | the 4247-001 is the same except for the model number and the maximum - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 344
18-6 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 345
. To print the printer configuration: 1. Press Test. 2. Press Scroll ↑ or Scroll ↓ until the printer displays 4247 OPERATOR PRINT TESTS Printer Configuration 3. off. 4. Press Cancel Print to make the printer ready or Return to make the printer not ready (see "General Test Instructions" on page 18-2). - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 346
DP Quality Courier PC1 Disabled Disabled Disabled Ena bl ed Display Language Display Language Vital Product Data Serial Number Device Specific Information 000 English 0000000 0000000000000000 Figure 18-2. Sample Printer Configuration Printout for Twinaxial Attachment 18-8 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 347
ta nd ard Disabled S ta nd ard Disabled High High Ena bl ed Display Language Display Language Vital Product Data Serial Number Device Specific Information 000 English 0000000 0000000000000000 Figure 18-3. Sample Printer Configuration Printout for Coaxial Attachment Chapter 18. Using the Operator - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 348
goes on and printing begins. The firmware printout is complete when the Ready indicator goes off. 4. Press Cancel Print to make the printer ready or Return to make the printer not ready (see "General Test Instructions" on page 18-2). Figure 18-4. Sample Firmware Printout 18-10 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 349
Print Test Menu) To check or change printer adjustments: 1. Press Test. 2. Press Scroll ↓ or Scroll ↑ until the printer displays 4247 OPERATOR PRINT TESTS Printer you printed. 8. Press Cancel Print to make the printer ready or Return to make the printer not ready (see "General Test Instructions" on - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 350
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Optional Features, and Maintenance Supplies 19-2 Forms Specifications for Features 19-10 Maintenance 19-11 Removing the Ribbon Cartridge 19-11 Installing the Ribbon Cartridge 19-13 Cleaning the Printer 19-16 Cleaning the Inside of the Printer 19-16 Cleaning the Covers 19-16 © Copyright IBM - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 352
supplies you need for your printer. When you need a new ribbon cartridge, order IBM part number 1053685. Contact your place of purchase, or call Lexmark at 1-800-438-2468 to order ribbons. Forms Specifications for Continuous and Cut Sheet Forms | The 4247 Printer operates with continuous and cut - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 353
the | TEAR or PARK keys, set FRONT TEAR=NO or REAR TEAR= printing should be restricted to 12.7 mm (0.5 in.) | from all edges, holes, or folds on the forms. | 9. The term length applies to the paper dimension parallel to the paper motion. Chapter 19. Supplies, Optional Features, and Maintenance - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 354
.). IBM offers an optional printer table that was especially designed for your 4247 Printer. For more information on this printer table, contact your Marketing Representative. Note: For successful forms parking, the input forms stack MUST always be lower than the printer. 19-4 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 355
Front Push Paper Path O u tp u t In p u t F lo o r In p u t O u tp u t F lo o r In p u t O u tp u t S h e lf F lo o r S h e lf Chapter 19. Supplies, Optional Features, and Maintenance 19-5 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 356
Rear Push Paper Path O u tp u t In p u t F lo o r O u tp u t In p u t F lo o r In p u t O u tp u t F lo o r S h e lf 19-6 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 357
Dual Push Paper Path O u tp u t In p u t In p u t F lo o r O u tp u t In p u t In p u t F lo o r In p u t In p u t O u tp u t S h e lf F lo o r S h e lf Chapter 19. Supplies, Optional Features, and Maintenance 19-7 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 358
Rear Pull or Push-Pull Paper Path O u tp u t In p u t F lo o r In p u t O u tp u t F lo o r In p u t O u tp u t S h e lf F lo o r S h e lf 19-8 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 359
using any of the available paper paths along with the ASF, make sure the input and output stacks that are in the rear of the printer are placed far enough away from the ASF bins so they do not catch on the bins. Chapter 19. Supplies, Optional Features, and Maintenance 19-9 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 360
Ring Media Type 3 Network Print Server Token-Ring Media Type 1 Network Print Server Intelligent Printer Data Stream (IPDS) Printer Table for Dual (Front Push and Rear Push) Paths) For more information on these optional features, contact your Marketing Representative. 19-10 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 361
Maintenance Removing the Ribbon Cartridge Warning: Damage to the printer can occur if you do not use IBM ribbon (part 1053685) especially designed for the 4247 Printer. Call Lexmark at 1-800-438-2468 or your place of purchase to order ribbons. CAUTION: The print head may get hot during operation. Be - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 362
cartridge up until each end snaps free from the cartridge support. Lever S n a p A rm R ib b o n C a rtrid g e R ib b o n L ift A s s e m b ly 6. Push and hold the white plastic lever away from the ribbon lift assembly and remove the ribbon cartridge from the printer. 19-12 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 363
the ribbon cartridge, turn the ribbon advance knob in the direction of the arrow (located on the cartridge) to take up the slack in the ribbon. If the ribbon does not move, contact your place of purchase and replace the ribbon cartridge. Chapter 19. Supplies, Optional Features, and Maintenance 19 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 364
in the cartridge supports. 4. Insert the ribbon guide between the ribbon shield and the print head. Position the white snap arm with the small lever up onto the ribbon lift assembly. Push the white plastic arm down onto the ribbon lift assembly until it snaps into place. 19-14 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 365
snapped into the cartridge supports. b. There are no twists or folds in the ribbon. c. The ribbon is not catching on the print head. d. The ribbon moves when you turn the ribbon advance knob in the direction of the arrow. If the ribbon does not move, replace the ribbon cartridge. If necessary, load - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 366
Clean the outside of the printer with a damp cloth and mild soap. Do not use any spray-type or chemical cleaners anywhere on your printer. Do not put any liquids or spray near the air vents. For stubborn ink stains on the cover, use a commercial mechanic's hand cleaner. 19-16 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 367
Status Code and Problem Listings 20-1 Status Codes and Messages 20-2 Problem List Index 20-20 Forms Problems 20-21 Print Quality and Ribbon Problems 20-25 Configuration Problems 20-28 Miscellaneous Problems 20-28 | Clearing Forms Jams 20-29 When the printer displays a status code - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 368
. Push-Pull: 1. Press Stop. 2. Load paper in the Push-Pull paper path. See Chapter 17, "Paper Loading." 3. Press Start. If the message displays again, tune the sensor. See "Sensor Tune" in Chapter 11, "Printer Adjustments." If the message still displays, call for service. 20-2 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 369
again, perform the actions under "Forms buckle, twist, jam, or tear." (See "Problem List Index" on page 20-20.) | If the message displays again, clean the tractor sensors with a soft, clean cloth. If the message still displays, call for service. 3 FORMS EJECTED PRESS LOAD Recovery: 1. Press Load - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 370
Start. 3. Resubmit the print job. 8 HOLD PRINT TIMEOUT PRESS STOP THEN START Recovery: 1. Press Stop 2. Press Start. 3. Resubmit the print job if a duplicate printout occurs. Note: The application program determines if the job is to be continued, reprinted, or canceled. 20-4 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 371
Press Stop. | 2. Ensure forms are properly loaded in the bin displayed. See the IBM 4247 | Printer Automatic Sheet Feeder Guide. 3. Press Start. 13 DATA TO PRINT LOAD MANUAL SHEET FEED Recovery: 1. Load paper into the Manual Sheet Feed paper path. See Chapter 17, "Paper Loading." If Automatic - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 372
installed in the printer. The above messages Print. 3. To print the job with an available paper source: a. Press Stop. b. Press Park/Path. c. Select an available paper path. d. Press Start. 4. To print the job with the current paper source: a. Press Stop. b. Press Start. 20-6 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 373
. 3. Turn the power On (|). 4. If the status code occurs again, call for service. 17 COMMUNICATIONS CHECK This status code is automatically reset by the computer and should only appear briefly on the display. If the printer continues to display the message, follow these steps: Recover: DANGER To - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 374
correct number. See "Printer Address" in Chapter 7, "Twinaxial Configuration." 4. Press Start. 26 HEX PRINT MODE ACTIVE The printer displays this message after you press Hex Print. Recovery: 1. Press Start. All data will print in hexadecimal code until you press Stop. 20-8 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 375
the printer power switch to O (Off) and unplug the power cable. CAUTION: To prevent possible shock, do not install the interface cable during an electrical storm. 4. Try another printer, if possible. 5. If none of these solutions fix the problem, contact your system operator. Chapter 20. Problems 20 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 376
Tune" in Chapter 11, "Printer Adjustments." If the message still displays, call for service. Auto Sheet Feed: 1. Press Stop. 2. Ensure forms are properly loaded in the correct bin. See the 4247 Printer Models A00, 001, and 002 Automatic Sheet Feeder. 3. Press Start. 20-10 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 377
again, perform the actions under "Forms buckle, twist, jam, or tear." (See "Problem List Index" on page 20-20.) | If the message displays again, clean the tractor sensors with a soft, clean cloth. If the message still displays, call for service. 33 TEAR PAPER TIMEOUT TEAR OFF AT OUTPUT AND - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 378
, "Printer Adjustments." 2. Press Start. 36 TEAR PAPER TIMEOUT TEAR OFF AT INPUT AND PRESS EJECT A forms tear off condition exists for more than 60 seconds. Recovery: 1. Press Stop. 2. Tear off the paper at the perforation before entry to the printer. 3. Press Load/Eject. 20-12 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 379
USER'S GUIDE 56 MACHINE CHECK X Y Z SEE USER'S GUIDE A firmware error has occurred. Record the error information X, Y, Z. Recovery: 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. 59 CANCEL PRINT ACTIVE - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 380
action and instructions on which key to press on your printer (PA1 or PA2). 65 NO ATTACHMENT CARD SEE USER'S GUIDE Recovery: 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. 20-14 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 381
FAILURE SEE USER'S GUIDE Recovery: 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. 68 DATA CLEARED PRESS STOP THEN START Recovery: 1. Press Stop. 2. Press Start. 69 DATA LOST PRESS CANCEL PRINT There has - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 382
not advance correctly, replace the ribbon cartridge. 4. Reinstall the ribbon. (See "Removing the Ribbon Cartridge" on page 19-11 in Chapter 19, "Supplies, Optional Features, and Maintenance.") 5. Turn the power On (|). 6. If the printer displays again, call for service. 20-16 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 383
Setup." The printer displays 3 FORMS EJECTED PRESS LOAD after the forms are ejected. 95 OPTION NOT AVAILABLE CHANGE PRINT LANGUAGE Recovery: 1. Press Stop. 2. Change the "Print Language" value in the Configuration Menu category to something other than OCR-A or OCR-B. Chapter 20. Problems 20-17 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 384
Automatic Sheet Feeder: | a. Ensure that all parts of the ASF are installed properly. See the IBM 4247 | Printer Automatic Sheet Feeder Guide. b. Check to make sure the forms are properly loaded into the bin(s). c. Make sure the paper guides are properly adjusted. 20-18 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 385
again, tune the sensors. See "Sensor Tune" in Chapter 11, "Printer Adjustments." If the message still displays, call for service. A89 DOWNLOAD TO CHARACTER ZERO NOTIFY SYSTEM PROGRAMMER A zero code point error has occurred. Recovery: 1. Press Stop. 2. Press Start. 3. Contact the system programmer - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 386
Problem List Index Table 20-1. Forms Problems Problem Forms do not advance or overprint occurs Forms buckle, wrinkle, jam, or tear Forms jam or do not feed into printer Forms do not stack Manual cut-sheet form does not overlay continuous form properly Table 20-2. Print Quality/Ribbon Problems - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 387
The printer is failing. Solution: Turn the power Off (O), wait 10 seconds, and turn the power On (|). If you get a status code, go to "Status Codes and Messages." If no code displays, press Micro ↑ several times. If forms do not feed each time you press Micro ↑, call for service. Problem: Overprint - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 388
As the forms reach the bottom of the box, this problem can occur more often. 8: The ribbon is twisted or folded. Solution: Check the ribbon for folds or twists. 9: The forms contain excessive moisture specified in Chapter 19, "Supplies, Optional Features, and Maintenance." 20-22 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 389
FORMS, or 99 FORMS JAMMED CLEAR JAM AND THEN PRESS START displays on the operator panel, but there are no forms jam in any paper path. Solution: The sensors need to be tuned. See "Sensor Tune" in Chapter 11, "Printer Adjustments." Problem: Forms do not feed past print head 1: The Automatic Forms - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 390
guide to the alignment mark. Problem: Manual cut-sheet form does not overlay continuous form properly 1: The form is skewed into the printer or doesn't feed into the printer at all. Solution: Hold the cut-sheet form firmly in place until the form is fed into the printer. 20-24 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 391
3: Poor quality multiple-part forms. Solution: Try new forms. 4: Bidirectional Adjustment needs to be made. Solution: See the procedure for setting the bidirectional adjustment in Chapter 18, "Using the Operator Print Tests." 5: Forms thickness exceeds IBM paper specifications. Solution: Use forms - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 392
Maintenance." 4: A new ribbon is over-inked. Solution: Replace the ribbon. See "Removing the Ribbon Cartridge" in Chapter 19, "Supplies, Optional Features, and Maintenance." Problem: Printing is too light or partial characters print 1: The Automatic Forms Thickness Adjustment (AFTA) setting for - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 393
through the operator panel in Chapter 11, "Printer Adjustments." 4: The print head is catching on the ribbon. Solution: Call for service if, after doing Automatic Forms Adjustment, the Fixed 8 is offset 3. Problem: Ribbon moves continuously 1: The ribbon drive circuit is failing. Solution: Call - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 394
displays, press Quiet again to disable the function. The printer will now print at its normal speed. Problem: Printer has no power 1: The power cord is not connected. Solution: Make sure the power cord is plug into the back of the printer and also into the wall outlet. 20-28 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 395
forms at perforations before it enters the printer and after it exits | the printer. | 3. Open the tractor doors and remove forms from the tractors. | 4. Try to move the print head off of the form and to the far right. Do not force it. | 5. Remove jammed forms by pulling in the direction of - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 396
plastic points down. Mylar | b. Insert the left and right paper bail end cap pivots into the side frames. P a p e r B a il A s s e m b ly P la s tic S trip 20-30 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 397
c. Rotate the paper bail assembly toward the back of the printer, closing it as | far as it will go. | Tab | d. Reinstall the ribbon cartridge. (See "Installing the Ribbon Cartridge" on | page 19-13.) | e. Close the forms guide. | 9. Reload the forms. hc0z0001 Chapter 20. Problems 20-31 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 398
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Appendix A. Printer Specifications Operator and Service Clearance Physical Requirements Weight Power Consumption Heat Output Airflow Declaration of IBM Product Noise Emission Values Ordering the Signal Cable Twinaxial Cables Twinaxial Signal Cables and Connectors IBM Cabling System - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 400
for maintenance of the printer. Use the service clearances shown on the next page to select the printer location. Symbols that appear in specification drawings are defined in the following table. Symbol ---- Meaning Required clearance Signal cable entry/exit Power cable A-2 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 401
150 (6) 679.5 (26.75) Front (Operator Position) 150 (6) Printer Ta b l e Rear Top View 450 (18) 400 (15.75) 450 (18) Physical Specifications (Plan View - Not to scale) Measurements in parentheses are shown in inches. Service and Operating Clearances 40 0 (16) 311.2 (12.25) Signal - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 402
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| Note: Power consumption and heat output amounts are the same for 4247 Printer | Models 001 and 002. Category Maximum (Peak) Operating (Maximum Typical) Idle 100 V to hr)* Airflow * EPA Energy Star rating The printer uses two fans to cool its internal parts. Be sure that you do not block the - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 404
the noise emission values for the 4247 Printer. | Table A-1. Sound Emission Levels - 4247 Model 001 with Standard Covers | Sound Emission Category Operating Idling | LWAd (1 bel = 10 decibels) 7.0 bels 3.9 bels | m (bystander positions) 56 decibels 24 decibels | Impulsive noise - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 405
or preassembled cables from IBM. Use the information in the following pages to order the correct cable. Note: For additional information on cabling requirements, refer to the Guide to Operations for the computer to which you are attaching the printer. Appendix A. Printer Specifications A-7 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 406
diagram shows several possible ways of connecting your printer to the computer. P rin te r P replacement (IBM part 7362426). If you are ordering cables from sources other than IBM, see Appendix B, "Cable Specifications and Assembly of the Cables," for specifications. A-8 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 407
Twinaxial Signal Cables and Connectors If your printer uses a twinaxial signal cable, you can order the following cables and connectors from IBM: IBM Part Number Description 73622111 Bulk cable (vinyl) - specify length when you order. 73620612 Bulk cable (Teflon) - specify length when you - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 408
assembly for ICS (provided with printer) Twinaxial direct connection cable Twinaxial-ICS impedance matching device. For planning and installation of the IBM Cabling System, see your IBM representative and the IBM Cabling System Planning and Installation Guide, GA27-3361. A-10 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 409
malfunctions in your printer. To obtain proper wire for this use, see your IBM representative. For detailed information about the Telephone Twisted-Pair cable, see IBM 5299 Terminal Multiconnector Model 3 Planning, Setup, and Maintenance Guide, GA27-3749. Appendix A. Printer Specifications A-11 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 410
coaxial cables and connectors, see Appendix B, "Cable Specifications and Assembly of the Cables." For additional information about coaxial cable installation, see Installation and Assembly of Coaxial Cable and Accessories for Attachment to IBM Products, GA27-2805. A-12 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 411
your printer uses a coaxial signal cable, you can order the following cables and connectors from IBM: IBM Part Number Code, Article 725. Consult local building code requirements. 1. Type CL2 cable for general use. 2. Type CL2P cable for use in ducts and plenums. Appendix A. Printer Specifications - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 412
3174 9370 WSC 4361 WSA Balun Type Host Printer 8642546 DPC 8642546 8642546 8642546 8642546 8642546 8642546 IBM For planning and installation of the IBM Cabling System, see your IBM representative and see IBM Cabling System Planning and Installation Guide, GA27-3361. A-14 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 413
. For detailed information about the Telephone Twisted-Pair cable, see the IBM/ROLM Planning and Installation Guide for the 3270 Coax-to-Twisted-Pair Adapter, GA27-3722. IBM Part No. IBM 61X4584 Description 5.9 m (18 ft) - Coaxial to TTP Adapter (CTCA) Appendix A. Printer Specifications A-15 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 414
CHASSIS GROUND Unused GROUND -INIT -ERROR GROUND Unused -SLCT IN Description Strobe Eight Data Lines Acknowledge Busy Out of Paper Printer Selected Automatic Line Feed on EOL Logic Ground Chassis Ground Ground Initialize Printer Printer Error Ground Make printer selected A-16 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 415
Automatic Sheet Feeder: Environment Temperature range Relative humidity range Maximum wet bulb temperature Requirement 16° to 32°C (60.8° to 89.6°F) 8% to 80% 23°C (73.4°F) Appendix A. Printer Specifications A-17 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 416
shows the shipping environment requirements for the printer. Note: You must cover the printer with a plastic cover for shipping. Note: Ribbon performance and print quality may degrade when exposed to temperatures in excess of 41°C (105°F) for an extended period of time. A-18 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 417
list the voltage inputs, grounding, plugs, and receptacles necessary for your new printer IBM products. Proper electrical grounding is essential for safety and for reliable operation of the printer shock by grounding appropriate metal parts. The extra protection may not Printer Specifications A-19 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 418
country, which power plugs are shipped with the printer. The alphabetic references in these charts correspond to the New Guinea New Zealand Nicaragua VOLTAGE RANGE 125 V 250 V A E L E C A A L A A L L H M E ED C L A L E M L L E L A E A B E A-20 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 419
V 250 V J A J A K C L C E L L E B E A L Other Asian and Latin American countries not listed will be shipped cords with plug E attached. Other European, Middle Eastern, and African countries not listed will be shipped cords with A attached. Appendix A. Printer Specifications A-21 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 420
The following chart shows the power cord part numbers and their corresponding power plugs and receptacles that are used with the printer. The current rating is that of the power cord or 250 V P/N 14F0069 10A M 250 V G 250 V Note: All power plugs except D are nonlocking. A-22 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 421
printer. It is your responsibility to obtain, install, and maintain the signal cable. In addition, it is your responsibility to ensure that the cabling meets the applicable local, state, and federal building codes Twinaxial cable specifications for vinyl cable Twinaxial cable specifications for - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 422
cable as soon as possible for ease of setup. 2. Cable commercially designated RG 62A/U, meeting the preceding specifications, is an approved substitute. Cable OD 6.15 ± 0.18 mm (0.242 ± 0.007 in.). 3. Cable also be weather-proofed and sunlight resistant, per UL Subj. 493. B-2 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 423
connectors provided by a company other than IBM, use the instructions provided by the manufacturer. 1. Be certain the connector kit has all the required parts. Check the cross-sectional diagram for jacket. N ut 9 .5 m m ( 0 .3 8 in .) Appendix B. Cable Specifications and Assembly of the Cables B-3 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 424
allowed to twist as the nut is tightened. Nut P lu g B o d y S e lf-C la m p in g S le e v e a n d C o n ta c t 5. Check for shorts between the plug body and the conductor. B-4 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 425
an adapter. You may use IBM part 5252643, Amphenol part 31-219, or an te r S h rin k S le e v e C a b le A s s e m b ly ( IB M p a r t 2 5 7 7 6 7 2 fo r in d o o r u s e ) (IB M p a rt 1 8 3 3 1 0 8 fo r o u td o o r u s e ) Appendix B. Cable Specifications and Assembly of the Cables B-5 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 426
for Vinyl Cable The following are bulk cable specifications for twinaxial cables with vinyl covering: V in y l J a c k e t S h ie ld C o re In s u la tio n (p o ly e th y le n e ) C o n d u c environment -40°C to 80°C (-40°F to 176°F) 10% to 90% relative humidity B-6 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 427
for Teflon Cable The following are bulk cable specifications for twinaxial cables with Teflon covering: Te flo n J a c k e t S h ie ld C o re In s u la tio n (Te flo n ) C o n d u c to °C (-40°F to 221°F) 10% to 90% relative humidity Appendix B. Cable Specifications and Assembly of the Cables B-7 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 428
a company other than IBM, use the instructions that are provided by the manufacturer. 1. Be certain the connector kit has all the required parts. Check the cross- Teflon cable, install the heat shrink tubing as shown. H e a t S h rin k T u b in g (IB M p a rt 4 8 3 6 1 9 ) B-8 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 429
parallel to each other. 6 .4 m m (0 .2 5 in .) 8. Slide the insulator over the contacts and the cable so the insulator butts against the sleeve. Press all the parts together. The contact on the bare copper lead of the cable goes into the insulator hole that has a dot next to it. Appendix B. Cable - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 430
P lu g B o d y 10. Check for shorts between the conductors and between each conductor and the plug body. Slide the protective sleeve over the plug body. B-10 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 431
use an adapter. You may use IBM part 7362230, Amphenol part 82-5588, or an equivalent d e s c o n n e c to rs C a b le a s s e m b ly fo r Te flo n -c o v e re d C a b le (IB M p a rt 7 3 6 2 0 6 2 ), in c lu d e s c o n n e c to rs Appendix B. Cable Specifications and Assembly of the Cables B-11 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 432
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network users. Its multiple protocol support lets you print from Novell NetWare, IBM LAN Server, IBM AIX, and other TCP/IP networks. The Network Print Server has its own unique network address, and interprets data transmitted on the network to the print data stream used by the 4247 Printer. There - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 434
↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Interface Type PC Parallel g. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. h. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 2. Turn the printer power Off (O). C-2 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 435
3. Attach the Network Printer Server to your parallel port. Appendix C. Network Print Servers C-3 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 436
test page shows the software revision and the basic setup of your Network Print Server. 7. For additional installing information, see Network Print Server for Ethernet Networks Administrator's Guide, order number S246-0111, that was shipped with your Network Print Server. C-4 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 437
Menu. b. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays CONFIGURATION MENU Parallel Configuration c. Press Enter. d. Press Scroll↑ or Scroll↓ until the printer displays Parallel Configuration Interface Type e. Press Enter to display the current value. Appendix C. Network Print Servers C-5 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 438
g. Press Enter. An asterisk (*) will be displayed in front of the selected value. h. Use Start or Return to exit the Menu. See "Exiting the Configuration Menu" on page 3-4. 2. Turn the printer power Off (O). 3. Attach the Network Printer Server to your parallel port. C-6 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 439
and self-test. When the indicator stops flashing and remains unlit, the Network Print Server is ready for use. 5. Turn the printer power On (|). Make sure forms (currently selected paper source) are loaded in the printer. 6. Press and hold the TEST button until the NETWORK indicator starts to flash - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 440
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11 5299 terminal multiconnector Model 3 A-11 A activating Form Feed key 10-9 address (printer), twinax 7-9 adjusting tractor 17-12 manual sheet feed 17-101 ASF Bin 1 Automatic Forms Thickness, printer adjustment 11-10 ASF Bin 1 Left Margin Alignment, printer adjustment 11-11 ASF Bin 1 Media, printer - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 442
category 11-1 Printer Setup category 10-1 Rear Tractor Use category 6-1 Send Buffer Reprint Code (Coaxial) 14-1 Twinaxial Configuration category 7-1 Vital Product Data 15-1 configuration problems 20-28 configuration storage 4-1 custom sets 4-2 non-custom set 4-3 X-2 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 443
, twinax 7-6 Dual Case, coax parameter 8-11 dual push configuring printer for 17-44 forms specifications 19-2 installing tractor unit 17-33 loading paper for 17-46 stack locations 19-7 stacking recommendations 19-4 E Early Print Complete, coax parameter 8-24 ejection, automatic 10-10 ejection - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 444
17-77 tractor unit (rear push) 17-17 wire forms guide 1-10 installing, printer driver 1-41 Interface Type, parallel parameter 9-21 intervention required, coax 8-23 IPDS, twinax 7-10 Italic, parallel attachment 9-12 J Jam Sensors, printer setup parameter 10-19 K keys cancel print 2-18 display address - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 445
1-4 forms tractor 1-18 ribbon cartridge 1-12 locking levers 1-18 LPI, coax parameter 8-3 LPI, parallel parameter 9-3 LPI, twinax parameter 7-3 M maintenance 19-11 cleaning the printer covers 19-16 inside 19-16 installing the ribbon cartridge 19-13 removing the ribbon cartridge 19-11 Manual Feed - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 446
5-1 printer compatibility (coaxial) automatic function after end of OILC job 8-22 automatic function after end of print buffer 8-21 automatic function before start of OILC job 8-25 carriage return at MPP+1 8-15 early print complete 8-24 form feed command position 8-20 X-6 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 447
safety 10-18 rear forms backup 10-7 printer specifications A-1 printhead direction, coax 8-32 printhead parking 10-18 printing your first document 1-27 problem determination problem list index 20-20 status codes and messages 20-2 problem list 20-21 Processing, status indicator 2-4 Programmed Symbols - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 448
, coax 8-11 using programmed symbols full page on skip suppress 8-31 plane selection 8-30 ps print direction 8-32 using the operator print tests firmware information 18-10 printer adjustments 18-11 printer configuration 18-7 printer demonstration 18-5 quick reference 18-3 X-8 001, 002 User's Guide - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 449
V V-connector A-8 very important (vital) data 15-1 vital product data 15-1 device specific information 15-3 serial number 15-2 W wire forms guide, installing 1-10 X XOH-SMS processing, coax 8-13 XOH-SMS processing, twinax 7-12 Z zeroes (slashed), parallel parameter 9-18 Index X-9 - IBM 4247 | User Guide - Page 450
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4247 Printer
Models 001, 002
IBM
User’s Guide
SA24-4408-01