Model 2180 Series Ruggedized Laser Printer 115 Vac Table Top Mount Operation and Maintenance Manual DataMetrics Corporation 1717 Diplomacy Row Orlando, Fl 32809 This manual is intended to function as an example ONLY and does not represent all configurations and options for this product.
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MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE Date Revision 040308 – DataMetrics Corporation Description of Change INITIAL RELEASE i
MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE Contents 1. CONFIGURATION .................................................................................................................... 1 1.1. Introduction ................................................................................................................................. 1 2. GENERAL INFORMATION .....................................................................................4 2.1. Scope .......................................
MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE 4. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION ..............................................................................24 4.1. Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 24 4.2. Printer Description ................................................................................................................... 24 4.2.1. Power Distribution ...............................
MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE Figures Figure 3-1. Installation Dimensions ...................................................................................................... 9 Figure 3-2. Rear Panel......................................................................................................................... 12 Figure 4-1. Front Panel........................................................................................................................ 13 Figure 4-2.
MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE 1. CONFIGURATION 1.1. Introduction This chapter defines the configuration of a specific Model 2180 Series printer. Information is provided concerning system configuration (Table 1-1), field-replaceable units (Table 1-2), external cabling (Table 1-3), and external connector signal assignments (Table 1-4). Table 1-1. System Configuration Characteristic Description Top Assembly Part No.
MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE Table 1-2. Field Replaceable Units Description Part No. Quantity Per Chassis Toner Cartridge 1 Drum Unit 1 Paper Cassette 1 Control Panel Assembly 1 Table 1-3. External Cables Function Part No.
MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE Table 1-4.
MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE 2. GENERAL INFORMATION 2.1. Scope This manual provides information and instructions required for the operation and maintenance of the Model 2180 Series printer manufactured by DataMetrics Corporation. 2.2.
MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE 2.3.2. Printing Subsystem The Model 2180 Series printer incorporates a Brother HL 1800 print engine that provides 300 dpi, 600 dpi and Brother HQ1200 technology, which provides the best print quality while printing at full speed of 19 pages per minute. A toner saver mode and improved gray printing is also provided for within the printer. The printer formatter includes a Motorola RISC-based formatter and 32 Mb memory, which is expandable to 144 Mb.
MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE 2.5.1. Memory The printer includes provisions for one memory expansion module. The base system includes 32Mb memory, which can be expanded to a total of 144Mb. Memory modules are available in 16Mb, 32Mb, 64Mb and 128Mb configurations. 2.5.2. PostScript Level 2 The printer is equipped with HP PostScript Level 2 printer language emulation with 35 built-in PostScript language fonts and 8 Mb RAM. 2.6.
MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE Characteristic Description Temperature Operating 0 to 55oC Non-operating -40 to 70oC Relative humidity (non-condensing) 10 to 90% Altitude Operating 15,000 ft Non-operating 50,000 ft Random vibration (non-operating) 0.01 g2/Hz at 10 to 2,000 Hz Shock (non-operating) 20 g, 11 ms Acoustic noise < 50 dBA at 1 m EMI/EMC MIL-STD-461, Methods CE03, CS01, CS02, CS06, RE02, RS02, and RS03. Fungus No fungus-nutrient materials 2.7.
MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE the procedure defined below to install the cartridge. a. Remove the toner cartridge from its packaging. Gently rock it from side to side five or six times. Caution To prevent damage, do not expose the cartridge to light for more than a few minutes. b. Remove the protective cover from the toner cartridge. c. Install the toner cartridge into the drum unit. d. Open the front door of the printer and remove the top cover. e.
MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE Figure 3-1.
MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE 2.11. Paper Supply The paper cassette tray will accommodate approximately 250 sheets of letter, A4, executive, B5 (ISO), B5 (J15) paper. The cassette is accessible through the front access door. Cassette guides may be adjusted to accommodate the supported media sizes. Paper supply specifications are provided in Table 3-1. Table 3-1. Paper Supply Specifications Paper Type Dimensions Letter 8.5 x 11 in. (216 x 279 mm) A4 8.3 x 11.7 in.
MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE 2.13. Software Installation Install the software from CD-ROM that is supplied with Model 2180 printer. Refer to the Brother Laser Printer HL-1800 series User’s Guide. 2.14. Limited Operation, Storage, and Transportation If the printer is not operated for more than 1 week, the toner cartridge should be removed and stored in a humidity-controlled environment.
MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE Figure 3-2.
MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE 3. OPERATION 3.1. Introduction This chapter provides information concerning printer controls and indicators, test printing, normal operation, error conditions, and shutdown. Before the unit is powered up for the first time, verify that the installation procedures defined in Chapter 3 have been performed. 3.2.
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MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE Table 4-1. Controls and Indicators Type Description Switch Power On Button Go Function On/ off switch for prime power. Exit from Control panel menu, Reprint settings and Error messages. Pause/Continue printing. Button Job Cancel Stop and cancel the printer operation in progress. Button Reprint Button + Move forward and backward through menus. Button - Move forward and backward through selectable options.
MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE Table 4-2. Printer Status Message Printer Status Message READY PROCESSING SLEEP Meaning Ready to print. Busy processing data. In Sleep status (power save mode) PRINTING Printing. SELF TEST Performing self-diagnostic. PAUSE NOW INITIALIZING WARMING UP MEMORY SIZE=XX MB JOB CANCELLING The printer has suspended feeding forms. Pressing the GO button resumes form feed. The printer is setting up. The printer is warming up. This printer has XX MB memory.
MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE 3.3. Control Panel Menus 3.3.1. Paper Tray Nomenclature The Model 2180 has been designed for usage of the two paper trays provided for with the Brother Printer. Those trays are defined as follows and will appear on the LCD panel as shown below: Tray Description Usage Tray 1 Upper Paper Tray Standard 250 sheet paper tray. MP Tray Multi-purpose Tray Redesigned for single sheet feed. Tray 2 Optional Lower Tray Not available with current design.
MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE 3.4. Normal Operation Follow the instructions defined below to operate the printer under normal conditions. a. Power-up the host computer. b. Place the printer power switch in the “on” position. c. Verify that the READY LED illuminates after completion of the self-test/warm-up sequence. Once the printer has achieved a ready state, no manual intervention is required to conduct routine print tasks.
MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE c. Slide the paper guides slightly wider than the media. d. Position the media in the center of the paper guides with the print side up. e. Move the media into the manual-feed entry point of the print engine. f. Verify that operational software is configured for manual feed. g. Initiate the print job.
MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE 3.5.1. Clearing Paper Jams When there is a paper jam in the printer, it will stop printing and display the following messages: • JAM TRAY1 • JAM MP TRAY • JAM INSIDE • JAM REAR • JAM DUPLEXER If you see the “PAPER JAM” error message find the location of the jammed paper and following the instructions to remove it (Figure 4-3). After you have followed the instructions, the printer will automatically resume printing. 3.5.1.1. Jam Tray1 a.
MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE Figure 4-3.
MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE 3.5.1.3. Jam Inside a. Open the front access door and remove the top cover. b. Unfasten and remove the drum unit assembly retainer located at the top of the print engine. c. Unfasten and lower the multi-purpose tray. d. Pull the drive locking mechanism forward into the locking position, green handle, located on the left side of the print engine. e. Remove the drum unit assembly from the print engine. f.
MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE o. Close the front access door. 3.5.1.5. Jam Duplex a. Unfasten and lower the rear access door. b. Unfasten and lower the output tray. c. Pull the jammed paper out of the fuser unit. d. Raise the output tray and fasten. If the paper jam can be cleared, go to step h. e. f. g. h. Unfasten and remove the duplex tray from the unit. Pull the jammed paper out of the printer. Put the duplex tray back into the unit and fasten.
MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE 4. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 4.1. Introduction This chapter describes the major functional elements of the Model 2180 Series printer. Information is provided concerning power distribution, the printing subsystem, control console, and cooling system. Chassis interconnections are identified in Figure 5-1. 4.2. Printer Description The Model 2180 Series printer provides laser hardcopy output of data received from a host computer.
MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE Figure 5-1.
MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE 5. MAINTENANCE 5.1. Introduction This chapter provides information and instructions concerning Model 2180 Series printer tools and test equipment, routine maintenance, fault isolation, and the removal and installation of replaceable components and subassemblies. 5.2.
MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE c. Unfasten and lower the multi-purpose tray. d. Pull the drive locking mechanism forward into the locking position, green handle, located on the left side of the print engine. e. Remove the drum unit assembly from the print engine. f. Gently wipe the scanner window with a soft dry cloth. g. Replace the drum unit assembly into the printer-engine. h. Replace and fasten the drum unit assembly retainer. i.
MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE WARNING POTENTIALLY LETHAL VOLTAGES EXIST WITHIN THE PRINTER. SERIOUS INJURY MAY RESULT IF SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT OBSERVED. FAULT DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURES REQUIRE THAT INTERNAL COMPONENTS BE TESTED WHEN PRIME POWER IS APPLIED. THESE COMPONENTS MUST ONLY BE TOUCHED WITH THE APPROPRIATE TEST EQUIPMENT. 5.4. Replaceable Components and Sub assemblies The following paragraphs include information concerning replaceable components and subassemblies.
MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE cartridge. Move the cartridge into the guides until it stops securely in the printer. e. Fasten the toner cartridge retainer. f. Close and secure the top cover of the printer. 5.4.2. Control Panel Replacement Removal: a. Open the top cover of the printer. b. Disconnect the control panel harnesses. c. Remove the six nuts that secure the control panel to the inside of the front panel. d. Remove the control panel from the inside of the front panel.
MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE 6. SETTINGS 6.1. Introduction This chapter defines the communications parameters for the Model 2180 Series printer, baud rate, handshake, data and stop bits, parity and conversion direction. The printer parameters are set at the factory and are shown in Table 6-1. Table 6-1. Factory Settings Communication Parameters Factory Settings Baud Rate 9600 Handshake XON/XOFF Data and Stop Bits 8,1 Parity Parity Inhibit 6.2.
MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE Figure 6-1.
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MODEL 2180 SERIES PRINTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE Table 6-2.
