Digital LA400 Guide de l'utilisateur

Digital LA400 MultiPrinterUser GuideDigital Equipment CorporationMaynard, Massachusetts

PrefaceAbout this User GuideThank you for buying the Digital LA400 Multiprinter. You can expect years of reliableservice with very little maintenance.

How to Configure your PrinterReaching, Selecting, Saving a Configuration ValueWhen you press the Set-Up button, the printer enters Set-Up mode allowin

Example ConfiguringThe following is an example Configuration procedure, in which we will alter the Factory settings:the font is changed from Draft to

15. Press the Exit button. The display shows Save config..17. To permanently save your changes, press the Sel/Save button. The display shows Processin

Code versionMacro Option ListCurrent Values of the current MacroMacros (the asterisk in the title bar identifies the current Macro)Power-on Values of

How to Manage your ConfigurationThe SAVE Function allows you to manage your printer Configuration.Function Executable ValuesSAVE Save Config.Restore M

Setting the Printer InstallationThe installation Values are generally set once when the printer is integrated within its operatingenvironment. The set

Setting the Communication InterfaceThe communication parameters of your printer are grouped under the INTERFACE Function.These settings must match tho

Setting the Parallel InterfaceParallel ModeThe PARALLEL MODE Option allows you to determine the type of data exchange between theprinter and the host

Setting the Serial InterfaceDisconnection on FaultThe DISCON. ON FAULT Option defines the DTR line behaviour for any fault conditiondetected by the pr

Parity BitThe PARITY BIT Option allows you to set the parity check type.Value DefinitionEvenThe even parity check is used.OddThe odd parity check is p

1What Your New Printer OffersThank you for choosing a Digital LA400 MultiPrinter. This chapter describes the maincharacteristics of your new printer.P

Setting the User Access AuthorizationThe access to the printer Configuration can be protected in different ways.The different values of the USER ACCES

7Customizing MacrosHow to Customize a MacroYour Digital LA400 MultiPrinter allows you to use four sets of pre-determined parameters calledMacros. You

For each of the interfaces, you can then select one of the following protocols:Value DefinitionDEC PPL2Sets the DEC PPL2 protocol to communicate with

Vertical PitchThe vertical pitch determines the density with which the lines are printed.The VERTICAL PITCH Option allows you to select this density

–The NUMBER OF LINES Sub-option gives you the possibility to define the logical formlength as a number of lines. This length comes then from the follo

Top of FormThe TOP OF FORM Option is used to set the Top of Form position. See the print area definition,in Chapter 5 "Printing". This Optio

Setting the Printing ModesPrint DirectionThe PRINT DIRECTION Option allows you to define the print direction when a line feedoccurs.Value DefinitionUn

Blank PagesThe BLANK PAGES Option offers you another way to save paper. This Option tells the printerhow to behave when receiving a form feed command

Print GapThe distance between the print head and the platen can be adjusted with the PRINT GAP Optionas follows:Value DefinitionAuto. adjust.Automatic

To adjust the print gap manually:1. Select the Manual adjust. Value for the PRINT GAP Option.2. Save your changes and exit the Set-Up mode.The display

Cut sheets are fed using the integrated Manual paper path. You can use this path in combinationwith any other paper path.ConnectivityThanks to its dua

Automatic Gap OffsetWhen selecting the Auto adjust. Value for the PRINT GAP Option, adjust the Value of theAUTO.GAP OFFSET Option according to your pr

Setting the Tear/View ModeThe main purposes of the TEAR/VIEW MODE Option are the following:– to allow you to automatically move the paper perforation

Automatic Advance SettingPrint Job Completed Currently PrintingWithout final <FF> With final <FF>Position - State Position - State Positio

Paper Position DefinitionPosition Definition1Print head on last printed character whileprinting or at next line at the end of a job.2Print head on fir

Position Definition4Viewing positionLast printed line facing the tear bar.5Tear-off positionNext perforation facing the tear bar.6Second perforation f

Setting the DEC ModeThe DEC MODE Option sets the DEC protocol specific features. This Option comprises thefollowing Sub-options:Sub-options Definition

G0 Character SetThe G0 CHARACTER SET Sub-option sets the G0 character set that will be used with the DECprotocol. The following resident character set

User Preference Character SetThe USER PREF. C-SET Option sets the user character set for the DEC protocol. Thefollowing character sets are available:V

Wrap or TruncateThe WRAP vs TRUNCATE Option determines the printer behaviour when receiving text thatexceeds the right margin.Value DefinitionWrapText

Initial ReportThe INIT. REPORT Option determines whether the printer sends an initial report to the host ornot.Value DefinitionEnabledThe Initial Repo

Ease of UseYour Digital LA400 MultiPrinter offers various features supported by a series of automaticoperations, for maximum ease of use.The Tear/View

Configuring the IBM ModeThe IBM MODE Option sets the IBM protocol specific features and comprises the followingSub-options:Sub-options DefinitionHORI

Code PageThe CODE PAGE Sub-option identifies which Code Page is to use.Value DefinitionCode Page 210GreekCode Page 220SpainCP 437 GREEKGreekCode Page

IBM Double HeightThe IBM DBL. HEIGHT Sub-option determines whether the IBM Double Height mode shouldbe used (Enabled) or not (Disabled).IBM AGMThe IBM

Horizontal PitchThe HORIZONTAL PITCH Option sets the horizontal pitch used with the EPSON protocol. Thevalues are 10, 12, 17.1, 20 cpi and Proportiona

Code PageThe CODE PAGE Sub-option identifies which Code Page is to use.Value DefinitionCode Page 210GreekCode Page 220SpainCP 437 GreekGreekCode Page

EPSON Character SetThe EPSON C-SET Sub-option defines the style which is applied to the character set:Value DefinitionGraphicThe character sets are no

8Testing Your PrinterThe correct functioning of your printer can be checked using the TEST/HEX-DUMP Function ofSet-Up mode.Note:To perform these tests

Printing the Self-TestThe Self-Test printout consists of a header and an ASCII swirl pattern sequence for eachresident font (at 10, 12 and 15 cpi for

Hex Dump PrintingThe Hex Dump mode lets you print the received data as hexadecimal codes. To enable Hex-Dump mode:1. Select the HEX-DUMP Mode Option

9Adjusting Your PrinterThis printer gives you the possibility to finely adjust bidirectional printing, the position of thefirst printable line for pri

2Getting to Know Your PrinterThis chapter describes the major parts and controls of your Digital LA400 Multiprinter.To find out how to assemble, conne

Adjusting the Bidirectional AlignmentTo perform bidirectional alignment:1. Display the current value of the BIDI. ALIGNMENT Option by pressing th

Adjusting the Position of the First Printable LineThe positioning of the continuous form fed with the Push tractor unit in Front Position or withthe P

Adjusting the Tear-off PositionYou can perform a fine adjustment of the Tear-off position to facilitate paper tearing.1. Enter the USER ADJUSTMENTS Fu

10MaintenanceCleaning The PrinterCaution:Make sure the printer has been turned off for at least 15 minutes before starting anycleaning operations beca

Replacing The Ribbon CartridgeCaution:Make sure the printer has been turned off for at least 15 minutes before replacing theribbon cartridge, because

Transporting the PrinterWhen you need to transport your printer, pack it into its original packaging to avoid damage.Follow the unpacking instructions

11TroubleshootingThis section describes the problems which may occur when using the printer and suggestspossible solutions.You may not need the follow

Printing Problems and SolutionsSymptoms Possible Cause Action/Resolution-Printer not printing.Ribbon cartridge is not installed. Install the ribbon c

Symptoms Possible Cause Action/ResolutionDark or smudged printing Print head is too close to the paper. Check the PRINT GAP Optionsetting in Set-Up.

Symptoms Possible Cause Action/ResolutionOverprint on the same lines. Line mode setting is not correct. Select the CR=LF+CR value forthe LINE MODE Op

d400-c03d4003b20d400-c02Getting to Know Your Printer2-2

Paper Handling Problems and SolutionsSymptoms Possible Cause Action/Resolution-Paper jamPaper path is obstructed. 1. Clear the Paper Path.-Possible m

Hex-Dump ModeIf the printer prints wrong characters, you can select the Hex-Dump Mode in the printerTest/Hex-Dump menu in order to analyze both printi

ASupplies and OptionsThe following supplies and options are available for your Digital LA400 MultiPrinter.Note:See the corresponding part numbers at t

Hints on Selecting the Proper Paper PathPaper Path Paper type Document Type Advantages DisadvantagesPullHigh thickness Program listings Straight paper

Mounting the Pull Tractor Unit1. Power the printer off.2. Remove the large rear cover ①.3. Remove the rear slot cover ②.d4001c20Removing the Large Re

4. Reposition the large rear cover ①.5. Open the top cover ③ and unhook the Pull tractor mechanism covers ④ on the left and theright side.d4001b25Unho

6. Close the top cover ③ and remove the Pull tractor mechanism covers ④ on the left and theright side.7. Remove the Pull tractor unit ⑤ and the two cu

8. Hook the left cut-out Pull tractor pins cover ⑦ with the cut-out towards the center of theprinter on the two lateral plastic pins and gently push i

10. Present the Pull tractor unit ⑤ with the electric connector ⑩ on the left and mount it on theprinter pressing it down until it clicks.Note:Let the

Loading Continuous Forms on the Pull Tractor UnitNote:Before loading thick paper into the printer, make sure that the print gap is set correctly.See C

Parts of the PrinterThe figures on the previous page show a front, rear and internal view of the printer. The followingparts are indicated:Front and L

5. Open the left and right tractor doors ②..6. Check that the paper is taut and perfectly aligned with the paper path direction. Align thepinfeed of t

7. Move the left tractor along the tractor bar ④, in order to place the pinfeed holes of the paperon the tractor, and close the door ②.8. Move the rig

9. Check that the paper is fairly taut and lock the left and right tractors ⑦ in place by pulling thetractor locking buttons ⑥ towards the front of th

Set-Up CardWhat is the Set-Up Card for ?A standard type PCMCIA card can be used with your printer to copy a Configuration from amaster LA400 Multiprin

7. Press the Sel/Save button.The display shows Initializing... Once the initialization is complete, the displayshows again the SetUp Card init. messa

Copying your Configuration from the Set-Up Card1. Make sure the printer is powered off.2. Insert the Set-Up Card into the slot and power the printer o

Preparing for Color PrintingTo print in color you need the color mechanism option and a color ribbon cartridge. With thecolor ink ribbon cartridge ins

Mounting the Color MechanismNote:You need to use a Phillips screwdriver specified as follows: Ø = 4 mm, length = 10 cm.Caution:Before beginning with t

4. Power the printer off and remove the ribbon cartridge, if any.5. Insert the color mechanism connector ③ into the connector of the print head ④. Plu

7. Fix the color mechanism using the two screws ⑦.8. Close the top cover.d400b34Fixing the Color Mechanism on the Carriage AssemblySupplies and Option

The Ribbon CartridgeThe Ribbon Cartridge contains the inked ribbon which is inserted between the print head and thepaper. The impact of the print head

Installing the Color Ribbon Cartridge1. Power the printer on.2. Open the top cover ①.The print head ② moves automatically to the center of the printer

4. Push the mounting pins ⑤ down onto the locking grooves ③.5. Align the center of the ribbon guide ⑥ with the print head nose ⑦. Note:Turn the ribbon

7. Push the cartridge down with your finger over the mounting pins.8. Turn the ribbon feed knob to take up the ribbon slack.9. Insert the plastic brac

10. Push the plastic bracket ⑩ it down until it clicks.11. Close the top cover.d4001b36Pushing Down the Plastic BracketSupplies and OptionsA-22

Removing the Color Cartridge1. Power the printer on.2. Open the top cover.The print head moves to the center of the printer.3. Unlock the plastic brac

5. Remove the ribbon guide from the print head.6. Remove the cartridge from the locking pins and out of the printer.Supplies and Options Order Number

BTechnical CharacteristicsTechnical SpecificationsPrinting TechniqueImpact dot matrixPrint Head24 printing elements with density of 180 dpiPrint Speed

Printing Attributes Underline - doble underline - overline - strike-through printing - bold - multicopy-double width - slantCharacter Sets DEC Protoco

Standards, Regulationsand ApprovalsPrinter Safety:-UL Standard 1950-IEC Publication 950-European Norm60950-CSA Standard C22.2 No 950AC Power-110 V +10

Paper SpecificationsPrint AreaThis section illustrates the recommended print area for single sheets and continuous forms.Print area 8 mm (0.32 inch) 4

The Push Tractor UnitThe following figure shows you the Push tractor unit which is a paper feeding device used to loadcontinuous form into the printer

Print area7,62 - 43,18 cm (3 - 17 inches) 4.23 mm (1/6 inch) 4.23 mm(1/6 inch)Paper end 8 mm(0.31 inch) 15 mm(0.06 inch) 15 mm(0.06 inch)7,62 - 60,96

Paper ThicknessPaper thickness is given by the weight of the paper in either grams per square meter (g/m2) or inpounds per bond (lbs/bond). The follow

CLCD Display MessagesSimple messagesUser InstructionsMessage MeaningAdjust print gapRequires manual setting of the print gap, when exiting Set-Upafter

Status MessagesMessage MeaningManualThe Manual path is selected via the operator panel.PullThe Pull path is selected via the operator panel.Push-Front

Rolling messagesMessage Meaning1.Check paper2.Press PauseThese messages are displayed during the initialization of the printer,when the Pull or Push+P

DDEC PPL2 Quick ReferenceThis section contains basic information on the DEC PPL2 commands supported in the LA400MultiPrinter.The commands are listed b

Characters used in control functions appear in monospaced type. The following table explainssome of the conventions used.A pair of numbers separated b

Positioning Controls and TabsMnemonic Function Command RemarksBS Backspace 0/8C0 Control CodeCR Carriage Return 0/13C0 Control CodeFF Form Feed 0/12C0

Sheet Size and MarginsMnemonic Function Command RemarksDECSLPP Set Lines perPhysical PageCSI Pn tPn = number of lines per pagesDECVPLA Set Vertical Pa

Type Size and Spacing, Managing Implicit Cursor Motion (cont.)Mnemonic Function Command RemarksDECVERP Set Vertical PitchCSI Ps zPs = 0: 6 LPIPs = 1:

The Push Tractor Unit in Front PositionThe mounting of the Push tractor unit in Front position is described at Step 6 "LoadingContinuous Form&quo

Font Management and Attribute Selection (cont.)Mnemonic Function Command RemarksSGR Select Graphic Rendition - Selecting AttributesCSI Ps m Ps = 0: Tu

Selecting Character SetsMnemonic Function Command RemarksASCEF Announce Subset ofCode ExtensionFacilitiesESC SP LESC SP MESC SP NASCII in G0 and GL.IS

SCS Final CharactersCharacter Set I2 F Designator Characters94-Character SetsBritish A 4/1ASCII B 4/2DEC Dutch 4 3/4DEC Finnish 5 3/5French R 5/2DEC F

SCS Final Characters (cont.)Character Set I2 F Designator Characters96-Character SetsISO Latin-1 Supplemental A 4/1ISO Latin-2 Supplemental B 4/2ISO L

Reports (cont.)Mnemonic Function Command RemarksDECLANS LoadANSWERBACKwithout PasswordDCS Ps1 vencoded_mess_stringSTMessage is Hex. encoded.DECLANS Lo

Miscellaneous (cont.)Mnemonic Function Command RemarksROCS Return from OtherCoding SystemESC % @Return to DEC PPL2 modeSOCS Select Other CodingSystemE

Barcode PrintingMnemonic Function Command RemarksDECBAR Start orStop BarCodesESC % SP 0ESC % @Start bar code.Stop bar code.DECSBCA Select BarCodeAttri

Barcode Printing (cont.)Mnemonic Function Command RemarksDECSBCA (cont.)Parameter Description ValuePn8 Orientation 0, 1 or none : Horizontal symbol fr

Sixel Graphics Device Control String EnvelopeMnemonic Function CommandDCSString IntroducerPs1; Pn2 ; Pn3 qProtocol Selector Ps1: macro parameter, sele

Sixel Graphics Control CodesMnemonic Function Command RemarksDECGRA Set RasterAttributes" (2/2) Defines the pixel aspect ratio. Followed byparame

First Printing, May 1996The contents of this guide may be revised without prior notice and without obligation toincorporate changes and improvements i

The Push Tractor Unit in Rear PositionThe installation procedure of the Push tractor unit in Rear position is described in Chapter 3"Handling Dif

Standard 8-bit Code Table (Left Half)Row01234567891011121314152345672032402133412234422335432436442537452638462739472840502941512A42522B43532C44542D45

Standard 8-bit Code Table (Right Half)Row012345678910111213141510 11 12 13 14 15A0160240FF255377 MLO-003974Standard Right901442209114522192146222931

Designating and Invoking Character Sets94-CharGraphicRepertory96-CharGraphicRepertoryUserPreferenceG0G1 G2 G37654321GRC1GLC01234567LS0LS1SS2or LS2LS1R

National Replacement Character setsLocation USASCIINational Replacement Character SetsBritishDECFinnish FrenchDECFrench-Canada GermanISOItalianJISRoma

EIBM Proprinter Quick ReferenceThis section describes the printer commands for the IBM Proprinter protocol. Asterisks in the"Function" colum

Function CommandPrint Mode Control (cont.)m4 controls character width:m4Width0 Unchanged1 Single width2 Double widthCompressed printing. SI or ESC SIS

Function CommandTabulationHorizontal tab execution HTSet horizontal tabs ESC D (t1) ... (t28) NULThe values of n1 to nk in this command arethe ASCII v

Function CommandCharacter Set Control (cont.)Selects a code page table n. ESC [ T (n1) (n2) 00 (c1) (c2)(0 < n1, n2 < 255) (n = n1 + n2 x 256)c1

Function CommandBit Image GraphicsSingle-density graphics ESC K (n1) (n2) (data)Double density graphics ESC L (n1) (n2) (data)High-speed double densit

FEPSON ESC/P2 Quick ReferenceThis section describes the printer commands for the Epson ESC/P2 protocol. Asterisks in the"Function" column in

The Operator PanelThe operator panel is positioned on the front right side of the printer. It includes nine functionbuttons, a 16-character displa

Function CommandPrint Mode Control (cont.)ESC ( - (n1) (n2) (d1) (d2) (d3)n1 = 3, n2 = 0, d1 = 1d2 = 1: Underline2: Strikethrough3: Overscored3 = 0: C

Function CommandHorizontal Control (cont.)Select character pitch (specify unit of pitch)n1 = 1, n2 = 0d = 10 : 10/3600 inch = 1/360 inchd = 20: 20/360

Function CommandTabulation (cont.)Vertical relative move by (d1 + d2 x 256)/360(*1)inch n1 = 2, n2 = 0(1 < d1 < 255) ( 1 < d2 < 127)-32768

Function CommandCharacter Set Control (cont.)Select international character set ESC R (n)n = 0: USA1: France2: Germany3: United Kingdom4: Denmark I5:

Function CommandCharacter Set Control (cont.)d2 =d3 =15 0 PC869 (Greek)24 0 PC861 (Icelandic)25 0 Brazilian ASCII26 0 Abicomp (Brazilian portuguese)27

Function CommandFont Selection and Downloading (cont.)Set scalable font mode. ESC X m (n1)(n2)m sets character pitchm= 0: Keep previous pitch1: Set pr

GCharacter SetsDEC Character Set TablesColumnRow01234567891011121314152345672133412234422335432436442537452638462739472840502941512A42522B43532C44542D

ColumnRow01234567891011121314152345672133412234422335432436442537452638462739472840502941512A42522B43532C44542D45552E46562F47573F63773E62763D61753C607

ColumnRow01234567891011121314152345672133412234422335432436442537452638462739472840502941512A42522B43532C44542D45552E46562F47573F63773E62763D61753C607

ColumnRow01234567891011121314152345672133412234422335432436442537452638462739472840502941512A42522B43532C44542D45552E46562F47573F63773E62763D61753C607

The State IndicatorsThe Digital LA400 MultiPrinter operator panel has three state indicators: Fault, Ready andSet-Up. Indicator State MeaningReady Rea

ColumnRow0123456789101112131415234567?o132AAAAAEIEEUUUOOOOOONaaaaaeeeeiiiiuuoooooon MLO-00661110 11 12 13 14 15GL GR GL GR GL GR GL GR GL GR GL GRA11

Generic Character Set TablesThe following are the character set table which are common to the IBM and the EPSON protocol.Code Page 210Code Page 220Cod

Code Page 850 Code Page 852Code Page 853Code Page 855Code Page 857Code Page 860Character SetsG-7

Code Page 863Code Page 864Code Page 865Code Page 866Code Page 861 Code Page 862Character SetsG-8

Code MJKCode Page 869 AbicompBrazilian ASCIIMazowianBulgarianCharacter SetsG-9

Code Page 437New HebrewISO 8859-7ISO Latin 1TD-HebrewCharacter SetsG-10

IBM Character Set TablesIBM Character Set 1IBM Character Set 2Character SetsG-11

EPSON Character Set TablesUSAFranceGermany United KingdomCharacter SetsG-12

Denmark 1Denmark 2SwedenItalyCharacter SetsG-13

Japan Spain 1Spain 2 NorwayCharacter SetsG-14

The Paper Path IndicatorsThe Paper Path indicators identify which Paper Path is selected. A Paper Path is mainly definedby:– the paper feeding device

Latin AmericaKoreaTurkey LegalCharacter SetsG-15

Old HebrewCharacter SetsG-16

HRetrieving Access to ConfigurationIf you have selected the Minimum Value of the USER ACCESS Function, and you want toretrieve the access to Set-Up,

IndexAAcoustical Noise level B-2Adhesive labels print 3-37Adhesive Lablesin Manual path 3-8ANSWERBACK/ENQ Option 7-19AUTO. ANSWERBACK Option 7-19AUTO.

Color selectionPrint color E-3, F-4Communicating with the host 11-1Communication with the host 7-16Configuration Quick Reference 6-4Configuration savi

Vertical Control F-3EPSON ESC/P2 Quick Reference F-1 - F-7EPSON Mode 7-22Code Page 7-23EPSON Character set 7-24Horizontal Pitch 7-23National Character

Horizontal Pitch on COMPRESS 7-22IBM Character set 7-20IBM Double Height 7-22Slashed Zero 7-22IBM MODE Option 7-20IBM Proprinter protocolHorizontal Co

OOperating modes 2-12Adjustment 2-13Normal 2-13Quiet 2-13Set-Up 2-13Tear/View 2-13Top of Form 2-13Operating states 2-12Busy 2-12Fault 2-12Pause 2-12Re

Power Supply B-2Power switch 2-3Pre-printed forms 5-6Print area 5-2, B-4Print area definition 5-1 - 5-2Bottom Margin 5-1Form Length 5-1Form Width 5-1L

QQuiet mode 4-6RRear Push positionpaper loading 3-24Rear Push tractor unit mounting 3-21Rear Push tractor unit removal 3-30Rear slot cover 2-3, 3-21,

Indicator Status MeaningPaper Path indicator lit.The Paper Path corresponding to the lit indicator is selected. In thisexample the Push-Front Paper Pa

TTabulationDot line F-3Horizontal tab execution E-3, F-3Horizontal tabs E-3, F-3Print position E-3, F-3Vertical relative move F-4Vertical tab executio

WWord length 6-20Wo rkl oa d B -2WRAP vs TRUNCATE Option 7-18

The Operating StatesThe following definitions explain the printer operating states. A state is a specific situationessentially characterized by the da

Operating Modes DefinitionNormal This is the basic operating mode of your printer, allowing you to performall the operations related to getting docume

The Function of the Buttons in Normal ModeAs explained previously, the function of the button mainly depends on the operating mode but isalso affected

Button Functions PurposeReady/Pause State Busy State Fault StatePaper Out Other FaultFontFont - To force one of theavailable resident fonts.See "

The Function of the Buttons in Set-Up ModeAs explained previously, the function of the button mainly depends on the operating mode. Theprinter state a

Table of ContentsPrefaceAbout this Guide...xN

Button Functions PurposeIn the Set-Up structure, to navigate at the same level to the previousitem.See "How to Configure Your Printer" in Ch

The Functions of the Buttons in Top of Form ModeAs explained previously, the function of the button mainly depends on the operating mode but isalso af

The DisplayThe display reads different types of messages according to the printer state and the operatingmode.The Basic ScreenThe basic screen is disp

Macro Message MeaningM1The Macro 1 is selected.M2The Macro 2 is selected.M3The Macro 3 is selected.M4The Macro 4 is selected.Protocol Message MeaningD

When you first access the Font/Pitch screen, the display reads the following Factory setting forthe font and the pitch:Font Messages Pitch Messages Co

The Different Types of Interactive MessagesThe interactive messages can be divided into the groups which are introduced below. SeeAppendix C "LCD

3Handling Different Types of PaperPaper TypesYour printer is able to handle various types of paper: simple or multipart paper for cut sheet orcontinuo

Multipart PaperMulti-parts form demands special consideration because of itscomplexity. Adherence totolerances and environmental conditions is more cr

Push-FrontContinuous form loaded with the Push tractor unit installed in the front position. The paper isinput into the printer through the front pape

ManualCut Sheets, envelopes or particular paper formats loaded through the cut sheet stand.PullContinuous form loaded from the front and fed with the

3. Handling Different Types of PaperPaper Types...

How to Select a Paper PathThe selection of the paper path can be done using the printer driver with your applicationsoftware. There are also two ways

Using the Operator PanelThe Path button on the operator panel is used to select the paper path you want to use. To select apaper path using the operat

Paper Path Paper type Document Type Advantages DisadvantagesPullHigh thickness Program listings Straight paperroutingSpecific routing, needsthe option

EnvelopesPaper Path Paper Type Document Type Advantages DisadvantagesManualMaximumthickness: 0,3 mmNormal andpreprinted envelopesBest paper routing Sh

Handling Continuous FormThe Digital LA400 MultiPrinter allows a great number of continuous form handling features. Inaddition to the Push-Front and Pu

Handling Continuous Forms using the Push Tractorin Front PositionMounting the Push Tractor Unit in Front PositionWarning:Before mounting or removing

4. Identify the place ⑤ of the Push tractor unit ① in the printer. The electrical connector ③must be on the right.5. Mount the Push tractor unit ① in

6. Push both the left and right sides of the Push tractor unit ① upward, until it is fully engaged.Note: The Push tractor is engaged when you feel and

Loading the PaperYour Digital LA400 MultiPrinter is factory set to have the left tractor already positioned for thefirst printable column. Some of the

3. Close the door ② of the left tractor and, if necessary, adjust the position of both papersupports ⑤ along the tractor bar ⑥ to get equal intervals

4. Operating Your PrinterUsing Macros... 4.1

5. If necessary, move the right tractor along the tractor bar ⑥ to position its pins in front of thepinfeed holes of the paper. Place the pinfeed hole

6. Close the door ⑦ of the right tractor and check that the left edge of the paper is aligned withthe right edge of the green mark ⑨ on the printer ca

7. Once the paper is properly positioned, lock the left tractor on the tractor bar ⑥ by pushing upits locking lever and, if necessary, adjust the righ

10. Close the front cover ⑩ by pushing down on both corners. The front cover is properly closedwhen it clicks into place and its edges are aligned wit

Removing the Push tractor Unit from Front PositionWarning:Before mounting or removing any paper feeding device, power-off the printer1. If paper is lo

4. Close the gear protection ④ rotating it upwards.5. Close the front cover.d4002a04Closing the Gear ProtectionHandling Different Types of Paper3-20

Handling Continuous Forms using the Push Tractor in Rear PositionWarning:Before mounting or removing any paper feeding device, power-off the printer.M

3. Reposition the large rear cover ①. 4. Identify the correct insertion direction of the Push tractor ③: the electric connector ④ mustbe on the left a

5. Push the Push tractor unit ③ into the printer on both sides until it engages.Note:The Push tractor is engaged when you feel and hear the click of b

Loading the PaperYour Digital LA400 MultiPrinter is factory set to have the left tractor already positioned for thefirst printing column. Some of the

How to Manage your Configuration ...6.16Saving a Configuration...

2. Open the door ④ of the left tractor. Insert the paper under the paper separator ②. Ifnecessary, adjust the position of both paper supports ⑤ along

4. Open the door of the right tractor, then to facilitate placing of paper on the tractor pins,unlock the tractor by pushing up its locking lever !

6. Check that the left edge of the paper is aligned with the right edge of the green mark ⑨ onthe printer casing. This position allows you to print th

7. Lock the left tractor on the tractor bar by pushing down its locking lever. If necessary, adjustthe right tractor position so that the paper is mod

10. Press the FF/Load button.The message "Loading paper..." appears on the display and the paper is loaded intothe printer. When the paper s

Removing the Push Tractor Unit from Rear PositionWarning:Before mounting or removing any paper feeding device, power-off the printer.1. Park the paper

4. Mount the rear slot cover ③ again by pushing it down into place.d4001a57Installing the Rear Slot CoverHandling Different Types of Paper3-31

Parking the PaperPaper parking is the function which moves the paper out of the printing sector (the area betweenthe print head and the platen). When

Printing on Cut SheetsYour printer gives you the possibility to print also on cut sheets, which are loaded through the cutsheet stand on the front par

2. Position the left paper guide ② against the third large mark of the cut sheet stand and presenta sheet without actually inserting it into the slot.

Print Direction ...7.6Line Mode...

3. Adjust the right paper guide ④ according to the cut sheet width.Note:Be careful not to fold the sheet.4. Insert the sheet in the slot until it stop

5. Hold the sheet against the rollers until they load the paper.The message "Loading paper..." appears on the display and the paper is fed t

Printing on Adhesive LabelsWhen printing on adhesive labels, use one of the straight paths, that is Push-Front, Pull orPush+Pull. Do not use the Push-

Moving the Paper To move the paper we recommend you to only use the operator panel buttons:•LF:Advances the paper one line at the current vertical pit

Viewing the Last Printed LineThe TEAR/VIEW MODE Option of the Set-Up allows you to manage the automation of papermovements related to specific purpose

Advancing the Paper for Tearing-offThe TEAR/VIEW MODE Option of Set-Up mode allows you to manage the automation of papermovements for specific purpose

4Operating Your PrinterUsing MacrosAbout MacrosA Macro is a set of pre-determined parameters allowing you to adapt your printer to yourparticular need

Switching between MacrosTo switch between the Macros:1. Press the Macro button ① on the operator panel.The display shows Select a Macro.2. Withi

Selecting Print FeaturesThere are three possibilities to select the print features you need for a specific print task:• By customizing a Macro.This al

Selecting the FontThe Font button allows you to select one of the following resident fonts:Draft - HiDraft - Courier - Roman - Sans Serif - Prestige -

8. Testing Your PrinterPrinting the Self-Test ... 8.2Hex

Selecting the PitchThe Pitch button on the operator panel allows you to select different horizontal pitches accordingto the selected protocol. See Cha

Reducing the Print Noise LevelTo print with a reduced noise level (Quiet mode).• Press the Quiet button.The display shows Quiet instead of the current

5PrintingPrint Area DefinitionFor the correct definition of the print area, customize the printer Set-Up Macros according toyour needs.The correspondi

Print Area Definition• ToF (Top of Form) :This value defines the distance between the edge of the paper and the place where you allowthe printing to b

TOFABCDEFGHIJ...ABCDEFGHIJ...LTOF12345678...48495051ABCDEFGHIJ...ABCDEFGHIJ...ABCDEFGHIJ...1 2 3 4 5 6Print Area DefinitionPrinting5-3

Printing on Multipart FormOnce you have decided which paper format you are using, you can start sending the print tasks.The printer loads the paper in

Hints on Printer Settings for Paper ThicknessBefore starting the print job you should print some sample pages to test the print result of thedifferent

Printing on Pre-printed FormsWhen printing on Pre-printed forms, you may need to reposition the paper in order to align theprintout with the predefine

Quickly Switching between Two Paper TypesThe basic configuration of your Digital LA400 MultiPrinter allows you to quickly switchbetween the Push-Front

6Configuring Your PrinterWhat is Configuration?Configuration is the whole set of parameters that define the printer usage characteristics such ascommu

Copying your Configuration from the Set-Up Card...A.14Preparing for Color Printing...

The Configuration StructureThe Set-Up Configuration contains seven Functions, which group specific Options. The Options,if necessary, are broken down

Display Graphic ConventionsTo allow you to recognize the kind of item that appears on the printer display, the followinggraphic conventions apply:Disp

Configuration Quick ReferenceSee the following pages to know the Functions, Options, Sub-options and Values defining theentire Configuration.Note:In t

InterfaceInterface TypeI/F Time-outParallel ModeInput BufferWord LengthBaud RateParity BitBuffer ControlRobust XONDiscon. on FaultAUTOFEED SignalSLCT-

Macro 1/2/3/4ProtocolProtocol SerialDEC PPL2IBM XL24EEPSON ESC/P2Protocol Paral.DEC PPL2IBM XL24E (M2/M4)EPSON ESC/P2 (M1/M3)FontDraftHiDraftCourierSa

Macro 1/2/3/42/2Tear/View ModeAuto.advance 1sAuto.advance 2sAuto.advance 3sAuto.advance 5sManual advanceNo tear/reverseAuto.advance 4sEPSON ModeHorizo

DEC ModeHorizontal Pitch5 cpi6 cpi6.6 cpi8.55 cpi9 cpi12 cpi10 cpi13.2 cpi15 cpi8.25 cpiG0 Character SetUS ASCIIBritishDEC FinnishFrenchDEC French-Can

DisabledEnabledIBM ModeIBM Dbl. HeightIBM AGMDisabledEnabledPitch/COMPRESS17.1 cpi20 cpiIBM C-Set (1/2)IBM set 1IBM set 2Code Page 437CP 437 GreekCode

EPSON ModeHorizontal Pitch12 cpi10 cpi17.1 cpi20 cpiProp. SpacingSlashed Zero NoYe sCode Page 437CP 437 GreekCode Page 850Code Page 852Code Page 853Co

InterfaceAUTOFEED SignalDisabledEnabledSLCT-IN SignalDisabledEnabledDiscon. on FaultNo discon.Yes (DTR drop)Yes (DTR pulse)Word Length8 bit7 bitBaud R