Kyocera FS-1200 Connect the printer to the computer, Attach the power cord, Parallel interface

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1.4. Setting Up and Interfacing

8—Connect the printer to the computer

The printer has one computer cable connector and a slot for installing an optional interface. The one marked

"" is for a parallel (Centronics standard) interface. You may also use an optional interface (IB-10), if you have already have one installed. All interface connectors can be used simultaneously with different computers.

Parallel Interface

Connector

Option Interface

Slot Cover

☛Only connect or disconnect cables to the connectors while the printer and computer power are switched off.

Parallel interface

Plug one end of the cable into the connector marked Par- allel on the printer. Close the clips on both sides to hold it in place.

Clips

Plug the other end into a parallel (Centronics) interface connector on your computer. This connector is usually marked PRINTER.

See Appendix C for more details about the parallel interface.

Printer Cable

Rear Panel

9—Attach the power cord

1. Check that the power switch is off.

2. Plug one end of the power cord into the receptacle at the back of the printer.

3. Plug the other end into the wall outlet.

Power Cord

Power Cord

Receptacle

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Contents FS-1200 Introduction Limitation of Remedies Limited WarrantyLicense General Typeface Trademark AcknowledgementFCC statement Conforming to the Class B limitsInterface connectors Safety informationImportant note on the interface connectors Laser safetyOzone concentration Cdrh regulationsDeclaration of Conformity U.S.A CE Marking DirectiveViii Declaration of Conformity AustraliaDisclaimer Canadian Department of Communications compliance statementISO Moving the Printer Prolonged Non-Use and Moving the PrinterProlonged Non-use Action program Energy Kyocera ECO-PRODUCTIntroduction Maintenance FeaturesPrint Engine Features Software Features OptionsCD-ROM Kyocera Digital Library Prescribe 2e Programming Manual on CD-ROMTable of Contents Xvi Xvii Appendix C Host Computer Interface Serial RS-232C/RS-422A Interface OptionPlaces to Avoid Positioning the PrinterClearance Temperature 10C to 32.5C 50F to 90.5F Humidity 20% to 80% Basic requirementsVoltage FrequencyPower Supply Unpacking and InspectionList of Shipped Components Names of Parts Front ViewInterior View Rear ViewOpen the top cover Setting Up and InterfacingInstall the toner container Install the waste toner bottle Close the top coverOpen the side cover on the left side of the printer Adjust the paper guides in the cassette and add paper Clip Install the face-up output tray Open the paper stopper on the face-down output trayParallel interface Attach the power cordConnect the printer to the computer Test the interface with the computer Set the emulation modePrint a status Install the printer driver Windows 95/WindowsCD-ROM Drive Name\drivers\Language\pcl\9x Windows CD-ROM Drive Name\drivers\Language\kpdl\9xFirst Mode Automatic Manual Feeding Cassette ModeMP Multi-Purpose Tray Feeding Duplex Printing from the MP trayFirst Mode Automatic Manual Feeding MP Multi-Purpose Tray FeedingCassette Mode Feeding EnvelopesTo Remove the Memory Card Memory CardHandling a Memory Card Removing the Main Circuit Board Memory Expansion InstallationPrinting condition Resolution 300 dpi 600 dpi Withdrawing the Main Circuit Board from the Printer Dimm to be used Installing and Removing The DimmInstalling Dimm Testing the Expansion Memory Removing DimmOperating the Laser Printer Control PanelInterface Indicator Resolution IndicatorMessage Display Message MeaningPaper Size Indicator Copy IndicatorSymbolic Indicators Indicator Name DescriptionControl Keys Key FunctionOperating Procedures Switching Power OnStack Selection Feed SelectionOn-line/Off-line Setting Canceling PrintingStatus Printout Sample Status Form Feed Function Default Setting Using the Mode Select MenuMode Select Menu 2SWïý 520ý ý ý ý ý ý ý Configuring Interfaces Parallel InterfaceSetting the RAM Disk Size RAM Disk OperationsOperating a Memory Card Hints on Writing Fonts to the Memory CardReading Fonts/Data from a Memory Card Writing Data to a Memory CardDeleting Data from a Memory Card Formatting a Memory Card Printing a list of data namesSetting Custom Sizes Duplex path Setting the Paper TypeCassette, Media Type and Custom Settings Making Settings Paper Type User SettingSubmenus displayed Selection parameters Description LvdeohSleep Ecopower Mode Cancel key Dumping Received DataKIR 2 Level Ecoprint Mode Optimized stripesDark vertical stripes White vertical stripesAdjusting the Print Density Resource ProtectionSetting the Audio Warning Buzzer Type of Error and Corresponding Audio Alarm BuzzerSetting the Audio Warning Buzzer Fonts Internal FontsFont Number Font samples List of FontsInternal Scalable and Bitmap Fonts List of Fonts Kpdl Fonts List of Fonts Toner Kit Replacement Toner kit replacement intervalToner Kit to be Used Supplying TonerTo replace the toner container, proceed as follows Toner Kit Replacement Replace the Waste Toner Bottle Do not cap the new waste toner bottle Main Charger Unit CleaningCleaning the Charger Wire Cleaning the Grid Paper Feed Unit If the printing is abnormal General GuideIf the printer does not print Power Problems Interface ProblemsPrint Quality Problems Completely blank printoutAll-black printout Check the developer unitClean the charger wire Dropouts, horizontal streaks, stray dotsBlack or white vertical streaks Check the control panelFaint or blurred printing Grey backgroundDirt on the top edge or back of the paper Characters out of positionCheck the paper chute and the ramp Check the transfer rollerSymbolic Indicators Indicators and MessagesIndicators Message Corrective Action Maintenance MessagesMaintenance Messages DOO Vhuylfh Ning to ensure correct reading of the memory card Error MessagesError Messages 0025&$5 HUUúú Printer Symbol Correcting a Paper JamRear Cover Drum cleaning Power requirementsPower consumption Printing methodPrinter Specifications Paper Specifications Table B.1 SpecificationsSpecification General GuidelinesSelecting the Right Paper Condition of the PaperComposition Paper SizeBasis Weight Moisture ContentSmoothness Thickness CaliperSpecial Paper Paper type Media typeTable B.3 Transparency Specifications Table B.4 Adhesive Label SpecificationsTransparency Adhesive-Backed LabelsEnvelopes Colored PaperPreprinted Paper Recycled PaperParallel Interface Parallel interface communication modesPin In/out Description Interface SignalsTable C.1. Parallel Connector Pin Assignments Data 0 1 to Data 7 8 Pins 2 to Paper Empty PError PinError* nFault Pin Power Ready PinRS-232C interface Interface SignalsSerial RS-232C/RS-422A Interface Option Overview of Signals RS-422A Serial ConnectorRS-422A interface RS-422A interface voltage levelsRS-232C/RS-422A Protocol Prescribe Frpo D0 command RS-232C Cable ConnectionPreparing an RS-232C Cable H7 Buffer nearly-empty thresholdConnecting the Printer to the Computer Index Memory CardIndex-2 Mode Select Menu Basic Operations During Mode SelectionFrom Previous To 495 seconds