Service manual

hapter 2

SETTING UP THE PRINTER

This chapter describes the following procedures to set up your new printer.

If you have optional accessories, refer to Chapter 7 after setting up the printer.

• Printer placement

• Unpacking the carton box

• Installing the platen knob

• Installing the ribbon cartridge

• Connecting the printer to your computer

• Configure your software for the printer

PRINTER PLACEMENT

Before you start setting up your printer, make sure that you have a suitable

place on which to locate it. By “a suitable place”, we mean:

• A firm, level surface which is fairly vibration-free

• Away from excessive heat (such as direct sunlight, heaters, etc)

• Away from excessive humidity

• Away from excessive dust

• A steady power supply that is not subject to power surges should be

connected to the printer.

For example, do not connect it to the same circuit as a large, noise-producing

appliance such as a refrigerator or an air conditioner.

• Make sure the line voltage is the voltage specified on the printer’s

identification plate.

• Install the printer where there is sufficient room for the fanfold paper stack

and any paper being fed in or printed out.

• If you are connecting your printer with a parallel interface, make sure that

the cable is within 2m (6ft) of the printer. An RS-232 connection using the

optional SPC-8K interface converter can be made over longer distances.