U1-2-multi.fm Seite 1 Dienstag, 22. Juni 2004 1:42 13 LA550N Quick start guide Kurzanleitung Guide de démarrage rapide Guida di avvio rapida Guía de instalación Matrix printer Matrixdrucker Imprimante matricielle Stampante a matrice Impresora matricial LA550W U1-2-multi.fm Seite 2 Dienstag, 22. Juni 2004 1:42 13 Important Information This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, may cause interference in radio and television reception. It has been type tested and found to comply with the limits for class B computing devices in accordance with the specification in subpart J of part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a partial installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient the receiving antenna, Relocate the peripheral away from the receiver, Move the peripheral away from the receiver Plug the peripheral into a different outlet, so that the peripheral and receiver are on different branch circuits If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ television technician for additional suggestions. The user may find the following booklet, prepared by the Federal Communications Commission, helpful: "How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems". This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington DC 20402 Stock No. 004.000.00345.4. WARNING: To comply with FCC regulations on electromagnetic interference for a class B computing device, the printer cable must be shielded. To assure compliance with FCC regulations for a computing device, use a shielded interface cable with a metal shell connector. The use of cables not properly shielded may result in violating FCC regulations. This digital apparatus does not exceed the class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian department of communications. This unit complies with DOC standard C108.8-M 1983 ATTENTION: Le présent appareil numérique n'ement pas de bruits radioélectriques déspassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la classe B prescrites dans le règlement sur le brouillage radio-électrique édicté par le minstère des communications du Canada. This device fulfils the European standards requirements by complying with the Directive of the Commission dated May 3, 1989 (89/336/EEC) relating to electromagnetic compatibility and the Directive dated February 19, 1973 (73/23/EEC) relating to low-voltage electrical equipment. Conformity with the above mentioned Directives is indicated by the CE symbol attached to the device. Note: Conformity may be affected by: using interface cables not complying with the specifications non-observance of important instructions in the operator's manual installing components not approved for this device by the manufacturer unauthorized manipulation Dieses Gerät erfüllt die Anforderungen der Europäischen Normen durch Einhaltung der Richtlinie des Rates vom 3. Mai 1989 (89/336/EWG) bezüglich der Elektromagnetischen Verträglichkeit sowie die Richtlinie vom 19. Februar 1973 (73/23/EWG) bezüglich Elektrischer Betriebsmittel mit Niederspannungen. Die Konformität zu den oben angeführten Richtlinien ist durch das am Gerät angebrachte CE-Zeichen gekennzeichnet. Hinweis: Die Konformität kann beeinflußt werden durch: Benutzung von nicht spezifizierten Schnittstellenkabeln Nichtbeachtung wichtiger Hinweise der Bedienungsanleitung Ersetzen von Bauteilen, die nicht vom Hersteller für dieses Gerät freigegeben wurden Eingriffe durch Unbefugte Cet appareil remplit aux exigences des normes européennes en respectant la directive du Conseil du 3 mai 1989 (89/336/CE) relative à la compatibilité électromagnétique et la directive du 19février 1973 (73/ 23/CE) en matière du matériel à basse tension. La conformité aux directives mentionnées ci-dessus est repérée par la marque de conformité de la Communauté Européenne (CE). Remarque: La conformité peut être influencée par: l'utilisation de câbles d'interface non spécifiés le non-respect de consignes importantes du manuel d'utilisation le remplacement de composants qui n'ont pas été homologués pour cet appareil par le constructeur l'intervention de personnes non autorisées Questo apparecchio soddisfa le richieste delle norme europee rispettando la direttiva del consiglio del 3 Maggio 1989 (89/336/CEE) relativa alla compatibilità elettromagnetica nonché la direttiva del 19 Febbraio 1973 (73/23/CEE) relativa a mezzi di produzione elettrici a bassa tensione. La conformità alle direttive sopra citate è contrassegnata con il simbolo CE applicato sull'apparecchio. Nota: La conformità può essere influenzata tramite: Utilizzo di cavi interfaccia non specificati Inosservanza di importanti indicazioni delle istruzioni per l'uso Sostituzione di componenti per i quali non è stato dato il benestare dal produttore per questo apparecchio Interventi tramite persone non autorizzate Este equipo corresponde a lo exigido en las normas europeas a base del cumplimiento de la directriz del Consejo del 3 de mayo de 1989 (89/336/CEE) en lo que se refiere a la compatibilidad electromagnética así como de la directriz del 19 de febrero de 1973 (73/23/CEE) en lo que se refiere a los materiales eléctricos con bajas tensiones. Para señalizar la conformidad con las directrices antes mencionadas, el equipo está dotado de la marca CE. Indicación: La conformidad puede estar influida por: la utilización de cables de interface no especificados la inobservancia de indicaciones importantes contenidas en el manual de servicio la sustitución por componentes, que no han sido homologados por el fabricante para el equipo en cuestión intervenciones de personas no autorizadas The paper used is made of raw materials treated with a chlorine-free bleaching process. Das verwendete Papier ist aus chlorfrei gebleichten Rohstoffen hergestellt. Le papier utilisé est fabriqué à partir de matières premières blanchis sans chlore. La carta utilizzata è prodotta con materiali sbiancati senza cloro. El papel utilizado ha sido fabricado con un proceso de blanqueo libre de cloro. WARNING WARNUNG For continued protection against risk of fire, replace only with same type and rating of fuse. Only trained and qualified personnel may open covers or remove parts that are not explicitly shown and described in the provided documentation as being accessible to the operator. Aus Brandschutzgründen nur Sicherungen desselben Typs und derselben Auslegung verwenden. Das Entfernen oder Öffnen von Abdeckungen und Teilen darf nur durch geschultes Fachpersonal vorgenommen werden. Ausgenommen hiervon sind nur solche Abdeckungen und Teile, deren Entfernen bzw. Öffnen in der mitgelieferten Dokumentation ausdrücklich gekennzeichnet und beschrieben sind. Pour ne pas compromettre la protection contre les risques d'incendie, remplacer par un fusible de même type et de mêmes caractèristiques nominales. Seul un personnel qualifié et formé est habilité à démonter les sous-ensembles de la machine qui ne sont pas formellement indiqués dans la documentation fournie meme s'ils sont accessibles par l'opérateur. Per evitare il pericolo di incendio, utilizzare esclusivamente fusibili dello stesso tipo e della stessa portata. Solo personale qualificato puo'accedere a parti che non siano esplicitamente descritte come accessibill all'operatore nella documentazione allegata. ATTENTION ATTENZIONE ADVERTENCIA Sólo utilizar fusibles del mismo tipo y con las mismas características para evitar cualquier riesgo de incendio. Las cubiertas y piezas sólo deberán ser quitadas o abiertas por personal especializado. Se exceptúan de esta regla sólo las cubiertas y piezas cuya retirada y apertura estén indicadas y descritas expresamente en la documentación entregada conjuntamente. Quick Start-en.book Seite 1 Dienstag, 22. Juni 2004 1:33 13 Quick start guide Table of contents QUICK START GUIDE QUICK START GUIDE Table of contents Introduction Symbols used Important safety instructions Using the Online CD-ROM Contents of the Online CD-ROM Hardware requirements Troubleshooting Printer at a glance Printer in fanfold paper mode Printer in single sheet mode Installation Unpacking the printer Placing your printer Checking the printer voltage Connecting the printer Switching on the printer Control panel Online mode Offline mode Setup mode Changing the ribbon cassette Paper handling Changing the paper type Changing the paper type in the Setup menu Loading paper Fanfold paper Single sheets Paper transport Moving the paper to the tear position Removing paper 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 5 5 5 6 6 7 8 9 9 10 10 10 11 12 15 15 16 16 16 19 20 21 22 1 ENGLISH Quick Start-en.book Seite 2 Dienstag, 22. Juni 2004 1:33 13 Table of contents Quick start guide Settings Setting the tear position Setting the first printing line (TOF) Setting the print head gap Selecting character density and font temporarily Printing out status page Technical data Printer specifications Paper specifications Accessories 23 23 24 26 27 28 29 29 30 30 2 Quick Start-en.book Seite 3 Dienstag, 22. Juni 2004 1:33 13 Quick start guide Introduction This Quick start guide is intended as a quick introduction into working with the printer and also to enable inexperienced users to operate the device properly. It describes the most important functions of the printer and contains the essential information for your everyday work with the printer. A more detailed description of the printer, its characteristic features, and further information is contained in the User guide on the Online CD-ROM, which is inserted at the back of this manual. Important information is highlighted in this manual by two symbols. STOP Introduction Symbols used CAUTION highlights information which must be observed in order to prevent injuries to the user and damage to the printer. NOTE highlights general or additional information about a specific topic. Important safety instructions Read the following instructions thoroughly before starting up your printer in order to prevent injuries and avoid damage to the device. Keep this Quick start guide in a place which is easily accessible at all times. Place the printer on a solid and even base so that it cannot fall down to the ground. Do not expose the printer to high temperatures or direct sunlight. Keep all liquids away from the printer. Protect the printer from shock, impact and vibration. Be sure to connect the printer to a socket with the correct mains voltage. The power supply cable may be damaged if the paper edges constantly chafe the insulating sheath. The user must always ensure that there is sufficient distance between the power supply cable and the paper. STOP Never carry out maintenance or repair work yourself. Always contact a qualified service technician. Whenever you want to disconnect the printer from the power supply, pull the plug out from the mains socket after having switched off the printer correctly. Additional safety instructions are provided at the relevant places in the text. STOP STOP 3 ENGLISH Quick Start-en.book Seite 4 Dienstag, 22. Juni 2004 1:33 13 Introduction Quick start guide First install the Adobe Acrobat Reader on your hard disk, unless the program has already been installed. To install it, follow the steps described in the README file in the READER directory. To start the online documentation, call the Windows Explorer and double click on the START.PDF file. Then follow the instructions and menus on the screen. Using the Online CD-ROM Contents of the Online CD-ROM The Online CD-ROM contains: ­ the User guide: A detailed description of the printer and its impressive features; ­ Drivers: For Windows 95/98/ME, Windows NT 4, Windows 2000/XP; ­ Additional documentation: Programming instructions and descriptions of the available options. If your CD-ROM is be defective or missing, please consult your dealer. The Online Documentation can be downloaded via the Internet. Hardware requirements Minimum hardware requirements: PC 486 MHS, quad-speed CD-ROM, 15" display screen, mouse. The Chapter "Troubleshooting", of the User's Guide on the Online CD-ROM contains detailed Information on how to rectify errors. It deals with general printing problems as well as problems with the print quality, paper feed and ribbon cassette. Troubleshooting 4 Quick Start-en.book Seite 5 Dienstag, 22. Juni 2004 1:33 ...