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AXIS AX-3 Cobra+ User’s Manual 1

AX-3 Cobra+

Preface

Thank you for purchasing the AX-3 Cobra+ twinax 5250 protocol converter. This manual will

guide you through a step-by-step installation procedure. Once installed, the AX-3 Cobra+ is set

to IBM 3812/5219 emulation as factory default. You can change it to IBM 4214, 4230, 5256,

5224 or 5225 emulation.

About Axis

Axis Communications, founded in 1984, is one of the world’s fastest growing companies in the

CD-ROM server, network print server, network camera and IBM printer interface market.

The head quarters are located in Lund, Sweden, with subsidiaries in Beijing, Boston, Paris,

London, Shanghai, Singapore, Tokyo, and Hong Kong. Please refer to Appendix F

- How to contact Axis, on page 89. Axis Communications has a distributor network operating in

more than 60 countries worldwide, marketing four product lines:

IBM Mainframe and S/3x – AS/400 Printer Interfaces.

These products include a wide

range of plug-in interfaces and stand-alone products such as the AXIS Cobra+, AXIS 330/370

Cobra, AXIS HP MIO, the AXIS AFPIPDS-to-PostScript converter, and the AXIS AFP

MIO/IOP IPDS-to-PCL converters.

Network Print Servers.

These intelligent Ethernet and Token Ring print servers support a

wide range of LAN protocols. The Axis NPS 530, 550, and AXIS 150, 540, 560, 560/100, 570,

570 MIO are Ethernet print servers, while the Axis NPS 630, 650, and AXIS 640, 660, 670,

670MIO are Token Ring print servers.

Network CD-ROM Servers.

AXIS StorPoint CD multiprotocol CD-ROM servers provide a

flexible and cost-efficient solution for sharing CD-ROMs across the network. They are available

in Ethernet and Token Ring versions.

Network Camera Server.

The AXIS NetEye 200 Network Camera attaches directly to an

Ethernet network. It supports TCP/IP and Internet-related protocols. This product replaces

closed circuit video, or PC with framegrabber, at a lower cost.

Summary of content (96 pages)

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AX-3 Cobra+ Preface Preface Thank you for purchasing the AX-3 Cobra+ twinax 5250 protocol converter. This manual will guide you through a step-by-step installation procedure. Once installed, the AX-3 Cobra+ is set to IBM 3812/5219 emulation as factory default. You can change it to IBM 4214, 4230, 5256, 5224 or 5225 emulation.
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AX-3 Cobra+ Preface About this manual This manual will guide you through simple step-by-step installation and set up procedures. Introduction. Describes the main features of the AXIS AX-3 Cobra+ Protocol Converter - how it works and where to use it. Basic Installation. Contains complete instructions on how to connect your AXIS AX-3 Cobra+ to your printer and the IBM system. Setting Up...
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AX-3 Cobra+ Preface Emission notices USA This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio communications. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment.
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AX-3 Cobra+ Preface 4 AXIS AX-3 Cobra+ User’s Manual
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Table of Contents Table of Contents Section 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 The AX-3 Cobra+ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Theory of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 ASCII Printer Drivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 IBM Printer Emulation . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Table of Contents Reporting Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Appendix A The Parameter List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Printout Example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Printer Drivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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AX-3 Cobra+ Section 1: Introduction Section 1 Introduction The AX-3 Cobra+ The AX-3 Cobra+ is a protocol converter, which makes it possible to connect a PC type printer to an IBM 5250 (twinax) environment. The AX-3 Cobra+ has a twinax connector for incoming system data and a printer cable connector for outgoing ASCII data. Power is supplied via the printer’s parallel connector or from an optional external power supply. The picture below shows the front and back panels.
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AX-3 Cobra+ Section 1: Introduction Theory of Operation Print data from an IBM host is in a format that cannot be recognized by PC type printers. The AX-3 Cobra+ converts IBM control and character codes to ASCII control commands and characters, which are recognizable by the PC type printer. Together, the AX-3 Cobra+ and the attached printer will appear to the IBM host as an original IBM twinax printer.
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AX-3 Cobra+ Section 1: Introduction ASCII Printer Drivers The AX-3 Cobra+ can utilize many of the functions resident in the attached printer, such as underlining, page formatting and paper source selections. The control commands for these functions reside in the Printer Drivers. Standard printer types are covered, see “Printer Drivers” page 67 for a list of available Printer Drivers.
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Section 2: Basic Installation Section 2 Basic Installation Unpacking 7 8 6 9 The following items are included in the standard delivery (part no: 0036-2 or 0036-8): 5 0 4 1 2 3 ER W PO EM ST SY E AR SH PC 9 Vac • AX-3 Cobra+ • AX-3 Cobra+ User’s Manual (part no: 12853) • Self-adhesive Velcro ribbons (part no: 11584 and 11585) • Axis T-cable (part no: 12554) • Centronics parallel printer cable (part no: 12755) in Optional: • External Power Supply US/Canadian (part no: 12919) • Extern
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Section 2: Basic Installation • PC-Host 2-way sharing cable; serial PC in, serial printer attachment (part no: 12757) • PC-Host 2-way sharing cable; parallel PC in, parallel printer attachment (part no: 12998) • PC-Host 3-way sharing cable; serial and parallel PC in, parallel printer attachment (part no: 12758) Printer Attachment First you establish contact between the AX-3 Cobra+ and the PC type printer.
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Section 2: Basic Installation The AX-3 Cobra+ will produce a test printout on the printer which shows the firmware revision and basic configuration. The default configuration is for an HP LaserJet II/III printer. Example: ******** TEST PRINTOUT ******** AX-3 Cobra+ 3812/5219 Ver 5.23 960311 Printer Driver: #70 HP LaserJet II/III IBM Printer Emulation____ IBM 3812/5219 System Language__________ International Set 5 ASCII Char. Set__________ Roman-8 Test the printout in IBM 4214 emulation, see page 15.
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Section 2: Basic Installation System Attachment When your AX-3 Cobra+ is configured, and verified by a test printout, the next step is to connect it to the IBM host. 1. Find a free device address on the twinax port. The selected address must be configured to hold an IBM printer of the type the AX-3 Cobra+ will emulate. If in doubt, ask your system manager. 2. Switch off the AX-3 Cobra+ by switching off the printer, or if an external power supply is used, by unplugging the power cord. 3.
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Section 2: Basic Installation Change Emulation Laser/Matrix The factory default emulation of the AX-3 Cobra+ is IBM 3812/5219 laser printer. You can easily change the emulation to IBM 4214 matrix printer on the DIP switch inside the AX-3 Cobra+. The AX-3 Cobra+ must be switched off and disconnected from the System, the printer and the power supply. Caution ❏ The AX-3 Cobra+ circuit board is static-sensitive. Mishandling may cause permanent damage to its components.
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Section 2: Basic Installation 3. Set switch 5 to position ON (4214 emulation). Be careful not to move any of the other switches. The illustration above shows the default settings of all switches. 4. Push the circuit board back into position within the box. 5. Tighten the two screws on the back panel. 6. Attach the AX-3 Cobra+ to the printer and make a test printout. See page 12. Printout: ******** TEST PRINTOUT ******** AX-3 Cobra+ 4214 Ver 5.
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Section 3: Configuration Section 3 Configuration Although the AX-3 Cobra+ is prepared for operation at delivery, you may want to alter the configuration. A test printout will verify the current configuration, see page 12. The configuration can be done in two ways: • Configuration from a Terminal This method is described in this section. The configuration method requires a dedicated IBM 5250 terminal such as a 3180, 3179, 3197, 347x or 348x.
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Section 3: Configuration Configuration from a Terminal The AX-3 Cobra+ is equipped with a menu-driven Configuration Utility. This provides a step-by-step method to adapt the AX-3 Cobra+ to your IBM host and printer. Follow these steps to start the configuration: 1. Switch off the AX-3 Cobra+. If the power is taken from an attached printer, then switch the printer off. If you are using an external power supply, unplug the power cord. 2.
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Section 3: Configuration Key Definitions ===================================================== AX-3 Cobra+ 3812/5219 Ver 5.23 960311 ===================================================== KEY DEFINITIONS _Right Left Up Down Enter Assign cursor keys The first menu is for assigning the specific keys to be used in the configuration. No other keys than the five assigned can be used. Press the key you wish to assign when the corresponding value is highlighted.
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Section 3: Configuration Basic Configuration The Main Menu is shown after you have assigned the keys. ==================================================== AX-3 Cobra+ 3812/5219 Ver 5.23 960311 ==================================================== MAIN MENU _Basic Configuration Printer Attachment View Configuration Print Parameters List Print EBCDIC to ASCII table Edit Parameters Set Factory Defaults Save Exit Use to move, to select All entries are described on page 31.
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Section 3: Configuration Note: ❏ If an incorrect selection is made during the Basic Configuration, press Enter until the Main Menu appears, and re-enter the Basic Configuration.
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Section 3: Configuration Select Printer Driver This submenu is shown after you have selected ‘Basic Configuration’ in the Main Menu.
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Section 3: Configuration Select IBM Printer Emulation This submenu is shown after you have selected Printer Driver. ===================================================== BASIC CONFIGURATION ===================================================== IBM PRINTER EMULATION _IBM 3812/5219 Use to move, to select The AX-3 Cobra+ together with the PC type printer will appear to the IBM system as an original IBM twinax printer. You have to select which IBM printer emulation that is to be used.
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Section 3: Configuration Select System Language This submenu is shown after you have selected IBM Printer Emulation.
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Section 3: Configuration Select ASCII Character Set (5219) This submenu is shown after you have selected System Language. It is only applicable in IBM 3812/5219 emulation. ===================================================== BASIC CONFIGURATION ===================================================== ASCII CHARACTER SET US ASCII PC-8 _Roman 8 PC-850 Editable Set Use to move, to select This is the ASCII Character Set to be used in the printer. Select ASCII Character Set.
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Section 3: Configuration Save the Configuration Select ‘Save’ in the Main Menu. The following submenu is shown: ==================================================== SAVE ==================================================== SAVE SETTINGS PERMANENTLY _Yes No Use to move, to select Select ‘Yes’ to save the current configuration permanently. The Main Menu is displayed. Note: 26 ❏ The previous configuration remains in the permanent memory until you select ‘Save’.
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Section 3: Configuration Exit the Configuration Select ‘Exit’ in the Main Menu. The following submenu is shown: ==================================================== EXIT ==================================================== EXIT CONFIGURATION _YES NO Please remember to set the Device Address on the Rotary Switch! Power off before connecting to the system. Use to move, to select Select ‘Yes’ to exit the Configuration.
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Section 4: Advanced Functions Section 4 Advanced Functions The AX-3 Cobra+ supports a number of functions beyond standard IBM printer operation. During normal mode of operation, AX-3 Cobra+, together with your printer, emulates the IBM twinax printer selected in your configuration. In addition, the Extended Emulation Mode gives you access to functions not available in standard IBM printers.
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Section 4: Advanced Functions Extended Emulation Mode The advanced functions that you can access in the Extended Emulation Mode are: • Transparency • Configuration from the System • Character Translation • User Definable Strings Additional IBM 3812/5219 emulation functions: • Editable Font Selection Strings • Customized Printout • Bar code Printing (optional) • String Substitutions (optional) Additional IBM 4214 emulation function: • Bar Code Printing • String Substitutions The function
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Section 4: Advanced Functions Main Menu A number of the advanced functions can be programmed or edited using Configuration from a Terminal. The Main Menu is displayed when the configuration is started, see page 18. =================================================== AXIS AX-3 Cobra+ 3812/5219 Ver 5.
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Section 4: Advanced Functions 32 Edit Parameters tailor the settings to meet specific needs. Set Factory Default reset the configuration to defaults. Save store current configuration permanently. Exit exit configuration.
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Section 4: Advanced Functions Configuration from the System This function allows you to configure the AX-3 Cobra+ without using the Configuration from a Terminal as described on page 18. By inserting configuration commands in your document, you can tailor the AX- 3 Cobra+ to meet special requirements for certain print jobs.
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Section 4: Advanced Functions Note: ❏ The comments (within brackets) should not be included in your document. Transparency IBM PC Support Virtual Printer is one way of sending data transparent to the printer. This method is always active and is not described in this manual. This section describes the AX-3 Cobra+ specific transparency methods. The Transparency function allows you to send data directly to your printer without any conversion (pass-through).
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Section 4: Advanced Functions You want the text to have an underlined part in the middle. Assuming that you have an HP LaserJet, ‘start underline’ and ‘stop underline’ are defined by the ASCII codes $1B, $26, $64, $44 and $1B, $26, $64, $40 respectively: This is %%1B266444%underlined%%1B266440% text Printout: This is underlined text Please refer to the manual for your PC type printer for information on ASCII printer commands.
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Section 4: Advanced Functions Configuration and Transparency Sequences The Start and Stop Transparency and Configuration are controlled by three string parameters: • Transparency Lead-In Sequence (#041), empty by default. • Configuration Lead-In Sequence (#042), empty by default. • Transparency/Configuration Trailer Sequence (#043), empty by default. See page 68 for a description of the parameters. Define the Sequences The parameters are defined when Extended Emulation Mode is entered.
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Section 4: Advanced Functions Notes: ❏ To redefine the sequences, Extended Emulation Mode must be entered. The sequences are reset if you exit and re-enter Extended Emulation Mode. See above. ❏ The sequences are redefined immediately. Therefore, the new sequence ‘>&’ must be used as Configuration Trailer Sequence in the document.
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Section 4: Advanced Functions Edit Translation Tables Normally, there is no need to edit the translation tables. The character translation tables activated by the Printer Driver and System Language selections are designed to produce the same printouts as the emulated IBM printer. If you should need to make further adjustments, this section explains the character translation process and how to modify the translation tables to meet specific needs.
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Section 4: Advanced Functions Example: To change a left bracket ‘[’ (EBCDIC International Set 5 code $4A) to a left bracket ‘{’ which has ASCII value $7B. Insert the following programming sequences in your document: %P =54,5 =203,$4A,$7B =206 =205 % Note: (Configuration lead-in sequence) (Select Editable Set) (Translate EBCDIC Int. 5 $4A to ASCII $7B) (Initialize settings) (Save settings permanently) ❏ To edit, Extended Emulation Mode must be entered. ‘54’ is the Parameter number.
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Section 4: Advanced Functions User Definable Strings There are ten parameters in the Parameter List that can be programmed as User Definable String (Parameters #120 - #129). A common application is to program and store various printer control commands, and send them to the printer using string references rather than the commands themselves. Please refer to the manual for your PC type printer for information on ASCII printer commands.
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Section 4: Advanced Functions Printout: This is underlined text AXIS AX-3 Cobra+ User’s Manual 41
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Section 4: Advanced Functions Editable Font Selection Strings (5219) The AX-3 Cobra+ fully supports the system command for selecting fonts, and this section gives an introduction to fonts and font selections. This feature is applicable only in 3812/5219 emulation mode. Font Identification Number The system specifies which font the IBM 3812/5219 printer should use by the Font Global Identifier (FGID).
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Section 4: Advanced Functions Byte 3 is the Character Spacing in units of 1/720 inch. ‘$3C’ gives 720/60 which equals 12 CPI. For proportionally spaced fonts, byte 3 sets the width of the space character. Byte 4 is the ASCII Character Set. The value ‘$00’ activates the Character Set selected in the Basic Configuration. Byte 5 and following. All bytes after the fourth byte is the Font Selection Sequence that is sent to the printer to select a font.
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Section 4: Advanced Functions ‘170’ is the parameter number, followed by the new Font Selection String (on two lines). Parameter #170 now looks like this: #170 ____________ $00 $55 $3B $00 $1B $28 $73 $32 $54 Byte 3 has changed. New Character Spacing is 12.2 CPI. Byte 9 has changed. The new Font Selection Sequence selects typeface Elite in the HP LaserJet printer. Note: 44 ❏ To edit, Extended Emulation Mode must be entered.
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Section 4: Advanced Functions Customized Printout (5219) You can control printer parameters like text orientation, left and top margins and page length. These functions apply only in IBM 3812/5219 emulation. Text Orientation Depending on the system and the configuration of the AX-3 Cobra+ documents may be printed in one of the following ways: • Portrait Orientation • Landscape Orientation • COR (Computer Output Reduction, Landscape and reduced font size).
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Section 4: Advanced Functions Left and Top Margin Reduction It is possible to move text to the left or upwards on the paper if you want to reduce the margins. Example: To move the text 1/3 inch to the left and 1/2 inch upwards: %P =55,24 =56,36 % Notes: (Configuration lead-in sequence) (Move text to the left 24/72 inch) (Move Text upwards 36/72 inch) (Configuration trailer sequence) ❏ To Edit, Extended Emulation Mode must be entered.
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Section 4: Advanced Functions Left and Top Margin - COR It is possible to adjust the top and left margins when COR is used. Example: To set the top margin and the left margin to 1 inch: %P =58,72 =59,72 % (Configuration lead-in sequence) (Set left margin to 72/72 inch) (Set top margin to 72/72 inch) (Configuration trailer sequence) ‘58’ and ‘59’ are the Parameter numbers. The value ‘72’ sets the margins to 1 inch.
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Section 4: Advanced Functions String Substitutions This function is useful when you want to print a document that is prepared for a different PC type printer than yours. This function is only applicable in IBM 4214, 5256, 5224 or 5225 emulation as standard. For 3812/5219 emulation optional firmware is available. Please contact your dealer/distributor. The document contains control commands for a specific printer, and you have to convert these commands in order to print this document with your printer.
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Section 4: Advanced Functions Programming String Substitutions from a Terminal Start the Configuration from Terminal as described on page 18. 1. Select the Edit Parameters entry in the Main Menu. Match and Substitute Strings start from parameter #150. 2. Edit the first two string substitution pairs. Use the cursor keys to edit.
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Section 4: Advanced Functions Programming String Substitutions from the System The same programming example as above can also be obtained by inserting the following lines into your document. String Substitutions are programmed in Extended Emulation Mode.
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Section 4: Advanced Functions Bar Codes This function gives you easy access to a range of standard bar code types. You can design every single bar code printout to meet your specific requirements, such as width and height. This function is only applicable in IBM 4214, 5256, 5224 or 5225 emulation as standard. For 3812/5219 emulation optional firmware is available. Please contact your dealer/distributor.
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Section 4: Advanced Functions Value 1: Bar Code Type. Selectable values (in decimal): 1= Code 39 3= UPC-A 8= EAN8 9= EAN13 12= 2 of 5 Interleaved 13= Codabar Matrix 17= Code 128 Value 2: Module Width as a multiple of 1/120 inch. The value may range from 1 to 32 (in decimal). Value 3: Bar Code Height in number of lines (1/6 inch). The value may range from 1 to 32 (in decimal). Value 4: Human Readable Text. Selectable values: 0 = No textline below the bar code 1 = Human readable textline below the bar code.
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Section 4: Advanced Functions Print Bar Code The function ‘212’ prints a bar code according to the settings in the bar code definition. The syntax is as follows: 212,“bar code data” Example %P =211,9,2,2,1,10 =212 “123456789012" % Note: (Configuration lead-in sequence) (Define Bar Code) (Print Bar Code) (Configuration trailer sequence) ❏ To Define and Print bar code, Extended Emulation Mode must be entered.
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Section 4: Advanced Functions PC-Host Sharing The AX-3 Cobra+ is capable of receiving input data both from the IBM host and any PC (serial or parallel). Using the AX-3 Cobra+ PC-Host sharing function rather than an external printer sharing device gives you the following advantages: • Switching between one or two PCs and host is done without operator intervention. • Host settings and the current print position are restored after a PC printout.
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Section 4: Advanced Functions Configuration Make sure that the AX-3 Cobra+, the printer and the PC are switched off. 1. Connect the PC-Host sharing cable, leading from the AX-3 Cobra+ to your printer and to the PC (or PCs). 2. Switch on all units. For PC serial printing, make sure that the PC’s serial parameters match the AX-3 Cobra+ configuration.
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Section 5: Solving Problems Section 5 Solving Problems This section helps you to solve any problems that might arise when installing or using your AX-3 Cobra+ interface. There are three major areas of difficulty: • Missing printouts • Incorrect printouts • Host communication problems • Use the following checklists to pinpoint the possible cause. If your problems should continue, please contact your dealer/distributor.
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Section 5: Solving Problems Missing Printouts In case of missing printout, check the following: 1. Is the POWER indicator on? No: Your printer cannot supply the AX-3 Cobra+. You must use an external power supply (see page 11). 2. Is the attached printer on-line (Ready)? No: Set the printer on-line (see the printer manual). 3. Is the printer correctly attached? Make sure that the AX-3 Cobra+ printer cable is connected to the proper port.
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Section 5: Solving Problems Incorrect Host Printouts There are three major types of incorrect printouts: Some Characters are Printed Incorrectly • Characters like ä ü Ä Ü are printed as { } [ ] Most likely an incorrect System Language has been selected. Select the System Language matching your system configuration see page 24. • Characters like é ì ô ü are printed as e i o u Your printer has not been set up for the character set matching the ASCII Character Set selection.
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Section 5: Solving Problems Host Communication Problem In case of missing system printouts, please follow this checklist. 1. Is the SYSTEM indicator lit? Yes: The printer may not be properly connected. Please refer to page page 12. 2. Is the device address correct? Make sure the rotary switch is set to the desired device address. Switch the AX-3 Cobra+ off and on. Permissible values for the device address are within the range 0 to 6. 3.
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Section 5: Solving Problems Reporting Problems If you run into problems that you can’t solve on your own, it is important that you make an error report for your System Manager or distributor. The error report should include: • A printout with a description of the errors • If possible, a correct printout • A Parameter List • A System and ASCII hexdump If you need technical support, please contact your dealer. If they can’t help you, they will forward your request through the appropriate channels.
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Section 5: Solving Problems Printing the Parameter List The Parameter List shows the complete configuration. A selection of parameters are described on page 68. To print the Parameter List, do as follows: 1. Switch the AX-3 Cobra+ and the printer off and on. Make sure that your printer is on-line. 2. Set the rotary switch to ‘9’, and wait for approx. 3 seconds until the SYSTEM indicator starts to flash. You are now in the Test Mode. 3. Set the rotary switch to ‘8’ to start the printout. 4.
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Section 5: Solving Problems 3. Select position ‘4’ for system hexdump, or position ‘3’ for ASCII hexdump. 4. Repeat your print job. The data will now be printed in hexadecimal form. 5. Set the rotary switch to ‘9’ when the printout is completed. The SYSTEM indicator will stop flashing. 6. Select the device address to resume normal print operation. Example of ASCII hexdump: AX-3 Cobra+ 3812/5219 Ver 5.
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Section 5: Solving Problems Incorrect or insufficient bar code definition. The bar code must be specified with five values. See page 48. E2-PERMANENT MEMORY CHECKSUM ERROR, FACTORY DEFAULTS SET This message indicates that the non-volatile memory has been corrupted. The AX-3 Cobra+ is automatically set to factory default state (your configuration is lost). If the message does not re-appear after power-off/power-on, configure the AX-3 Cobra+ (page 20).
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Appendix A: The Parameter List Appendix A The Parameter List The Parameter List shows the complete configuration of the AX-3 Cobra+. Each parameter contains a value or string that is used to determine how the AX-3 Cobra+ should behave towards the host and towards the printer. In this appendix you will find a selection of parameters, i.e. the Basic Configuration, Serial Printer Attachment and PC-Host Sharing Configuration.
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Appendix A: The Parameter List Printout Example This printout shows the beginning of a Parameter List (the header and the first 10 parameters) for the HP LaserJet II/III Printer Driver. Your own printout may differ depending on printer driver selection, firmware revision and customized configuration. AX-3 Cobra+ 3812/5219 Ver 5.
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Appendix A: The Parameter List Printer Drivers A printer driver is a device driver containing all the parameters required to drive a particular range of printers.
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Appendix A: The Parameter List Parameter Descriptions #10 System Language This parameter makes the EBCDIC language specific-to-International 5 translation table match the System Language configuration of your IBM System.
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Appendix A: The Parameter List #31 Baudrate Set the serial port baud rate. Value Note: #32 Description Value Description 1 100 baud 36 3600 baud 3 300 baud 48 4800 baud 6 600 baud 72 7200 baud 12 1200 baud *96 9600 baud (default) 18 1800 baud 192 19200 baud 24 2400 baud - - ❏ The value 192 (19200 baud) cannot be used with PC-Host Sharing. Word Size Set the serial port word size (number of bits).
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Appendix A: The Parameter List #39 PC-Host Time-out A timer value controlling the automatic switching between PC and Host input. Value Description 1-254 Delay in seconds 60 1 minute delay time 0 Host input only 255 PC serial input only *10 #40 10 seconds delay time (default) Value - Description - Escape Character Select the EBCDIC character code used for Single-byte Transparency and User Definable Strings.
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Appendix A: The Parameter List #45 Job Time-out Timer value starting after a host job has ended. If the time-out value is reached before any new data arrives at the Cobra+, the Start of Job Sequence (#046), the Power-up Sequence (#090) and current emulator settings will be sent before next host job. Value *0 #46 Description Value Description off (default) 1-255 Value in seconds. Start of Job Sequence Sent before next host printout if timer Job Time-out has elapsed.
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Appendix A: The Parameter List #53 Bar Code Driver Selects the graphics driver used for bar code printing. The default value depends on the selected Printer Driver. This parameter is only valid in IBM 4214 emulation. Value #54 Description Value Description 0 Off 2 Epson LQ/Fujitsu DPC24C 1 IBM Proprinter/Epson FX 8 HP-PCL ASCII Character Set Selects the ASCII Character Set to be used in the printer. This parameter is only valid in IBM 3812/5219 emulation.
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Appendix A: The Parameter List #56 Offset Text Up n/72 inch Move text upwards in units of 1/72 inch. Text moved outside paper area will be printed in first position. This parameter is only valid in IBM 3812/5219 emulation. #57 Value Description 1-255 Valid range Value *0 Description (default) Vertical Compression Set the percentage compression of the distance between lines. This parameter is only valid in IBM 3812/5219 emulation.
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Appendix A: The Parameter List #60 PC-Host String This string precedes the first host buffer following a PC printout. This is the parameter number in IBM 3812/5219 emulation.#61Host-PC Value Description (length and contents free of choice) Value Description * (default) Serial String This string precedes the first serial PC printout following a host buffer or a parallel PC printout. This is the parameter number in IBM 3812/5219 emulation. Value
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Appendix A: The Parameter List #150-#199Font Selection Strings Define the FGIDs and ASCII printer font data. Programming and use are described on page 42. Applies only in IBM 3812/5219 emulation.
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Appendix B: EBCDIC Character Table õ ê ÿ î Appendix B EBCDIC Character Table This table (EBCDIC International Set 5) shows the internal character representation in the AX-3 Cobra+.
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7 8 9 5 6 Appendix C: The Front Panel 4 0 1 2 3 Appendix C The Front Panel The front panel has three indicators (POWER, SYSTEM and PC SHARE) and a rotary switch. The switch is used for accessing certain functions. In normal print operation it should be set to the device address. The POWER indicator This indicator (green) is lit when the AX-3 Cobra+ is switched on. 7 8 6 9 5 0 4 1 2 3 The SYSTEM indicator This indicator (green) is lit when the AX-3 Cobra+ is connected to your IBM system.
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9 5 6 7 8 4 0 1 Appendix C: The Front Panel 2 3 The Rotary Switch The ten-position rotary switch is used to set the device address for the AX-3 Cobra+. It is also used to set start conditions and to select and execute test functions during operation. Start Conditions The action when the AX-3 Cobra+ is switched on will be determined by the setting of the rotary switch, as follows: Pos. Description Device Address 0-6 Device address in normal print operation. 7 Reserved.
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5 6 7 8 9 4 0 1 Appendix C: The Front Panel 2 3 Test Mode Test Mode is reached from normal print operation. It is used to access a number of internal functions. Normal print operation is inhibited. Set the rotary switch to position ‘9’. When the SYSTEM indicator starts to flash, you can select one of the following Test Mode functions: Pos. Test Mode Function 0 Restart - same as power off/power on. 1 Set Factory Defaults - abandon the current configuration.
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9 5 6 7 8 4 0 1 Appendix C: The Front Panel 2 3 Select IBM Printer Emulation You can select IBM Printer Emulation by using the rotary switch. This section applies to the IBM 4214 emulation only. Proceed as follows: 1. Switch the AX-3 Cobra+ off. Note the current device address. 2. Select the position ‘8’ on the rotary switch. 3. Switch the AX-3 Cobra+ on. A printed message indicates the current IBM Printer Emulation. 4. Press the printer’s ONLINE/OFFLINE key twice to change emulation.
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Appendix D: Technical Specifications Appendix D Technical Specifications Attachments • IBM System/34 • IBM System/36 • IBM System/38 • IBM System AS/400 • IBM 5259 Migration Data Link • IBM 5294 Control Unit • IBM 5394 Control Unit • IBM 5251 Model 12 Control Unit • IBM 5299 Terminal Multiconnector IBM Printer Emulations (Depending on the setting of the interface according page 15) • IBM 3812/5219 or • IBM 4214 model 2 • IBM 5256 model 1,2 and 3 • IBM 5224 model 1 and 2 • IBM 5225 model 1,2,3 and 4 AXIS
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Appendix D: Technical Specifications IBM System Features • SCS and FFT Data stream • Page Presentation Media • Cut Sheet Feeder Command • PC/Support Virtual Printer • Multiple Bin Support • 14 National Languages Additional IBM 3812/5219 features: • Computer Output Reduction • FGID Font Selection Support • Page Rotation • Duplex • Fixed-Pitch, Proportional and Typographic Font Support Additional IBM 4214 feature: Additional Features • Graphics Support Through LAC • Configuration from a Terminal or fr
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Appendix D: Technical Specifications Additional features in IBM 4214 emulation: • 20 Predefined Printer Drivers, fully editable • Bar Codes Hardware Specifications Size: Weight: Power: 100x25x90 mm / 4.0"x1.0"x3.5" 0.25 kg/ 0.
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Appendix E: Related Documentation Appendix E Related Documentation Title Part Number AX-3 Cobra+ Technical Reference 12938 IBM System/36 Functions Reference Guide SA-21-9436-05 IBM AS/400 Guide to Programming for Printing: SC21-8194-0 IBM AS/400 Printing GG24-3452-00 IBM AS/400 Programming: Advanced Printer Function Guide SC21-9668-0 IBM AS/400 Utilities: BGU User’s Guide and Reference SC09-1167-02 IBM 3816 Page Printer Programming Ref.
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Appendix F: How to contact Axis Appendix F How to contact Axis Technical Support If you need technical support, please contact your dealer. If they can’t help you, they will forward your request to us. Axis on-line service Use the Axis on-line service at any time to retrieve electronically distributed items. The material available includes the AX-3 Cobra+ Technical Reference, the Adobe Acrobat Reader (required for all Axis on-line documentation), company and product presentations, etc.
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Appendix F: How to contact Axis The Axis Offices To contact an Axis office, choose the one nearest to your region: North & Central America Axis Communications Inc. 4 Constitution Way, Suite G, Woburn, MA 01801-1030, USA Phone: 1-800-444-AXIS, (617) 938-1188 Fax: (617) 938-6161 Email: info@axisinc.com URL: http://www.axisinc.
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Appendix F: How to contact Axis Singapore Japan Hong Kong, Asia (except Japan & Middle East) China Axis Communications Pte Ltd. 51 Thomson Road, 187 b Goldhill Centre 307630, Singapore Phone:+65 2508077 Fax:+65 352655 Email: info@axis.com.sg Axis Communications K.K. 8th Center Plaza 5F, 1-10-16 Nihombashi Horidome-cho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103, Japan Phone: +81 3 3663 8801 Fax: +81 3 3663 8802 Email: info@axiscom.co.jp Axis Communications Ltd.
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Index Index Numerics E 203 Translate EBCDIC Int.
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Index L Left, 47 Left and Top Margin - COR, 47 Left and Top Margin Reduction, 46 M Missing Printouts, 58 N Normal Emulation Mode, 29 Normal emulation mode Resume, 33 O Offset Text, 72 P Page Orientation Mode, 71 Parameter Descriptions, 68 Parameters #10 System Language, 68 #120-#129 User Definable Strings, 74 #15 ASCII character Set, 68 #26 IBM Printer Emulation, 68 #31 Baudrate, 69 #32 Word Size, 69 #33 Parity, 69 #34 Stop Bits, 69 #39 PC-Host Time-Out, 70 #40 Escape Character, 70 #41 Transparency Lea
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Index Technical Support, 89 Test Mode, 81 Top Margin, 73 Trailer Sequence, 70 Translation Table, 38 Translation tables, 38 Transparency, 34 Lead-In Sequence, 36 Multi-byte, 34 Trailer Sequence, 36 Transparency Lead-In Sequence, 70 U Unpacking, 11 User Definable Strings, 40, 74 V Vertical Compression, 73 W Word size, 69 World Wide Web, 61, 89 AXIS AX-3 Cobra+ User’s Manual 95
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