Kyocera FS-1200 Print a status, Test the interface with the computer, Set the emulation mode

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1.4. Setting Up and Interfacing

10—Print a status page

Test that the printer works by printing out a status page as follows. (for information about the status page refer to 2.8. Setting the Paper Type in this manual)

1.Switch on the printer's power. The message display should indicate 6HOIýWHVW.

☛When the printer is first switched on after installation, there will be a delay of several minutes (approx. 6 to 7 minutes) before the printer gets ready to print. During this period, the message dis- play shows 3OHDVHýZDLW.

2.Wait until the ON LINE indicator is also lit and the message display indicates 5HDG\.

3.Press the STATUS key. The printer should print a page listing the positions of margins, memory alloca- tion, and other information.

A sample status printout is shown in Chapter 2.

11—Test the interface with the computer

Test that the printer and computer are correctly connected. If you have connected the printer and computer with a parallel interface cable, follow the procedure below.

1.Check that the printer's message display indicatesý5HDG\ and that the ON LINE indicator is ON.

2.Boot the computer in DOS mode, or set the computer to DOS (prompt) mode.

3.At the DOS prompt, type the following.

ECHO !R! STAT; EXIT;>PRN

If the printer prints a status page, the computer and printer are connected correctly. For details on the status page, refer to Chapter 2.

If you do not get this result, check that the cable is securely plugged in at both ends, and repeat the test. If you still do not get the right result, you may have a defective or improperly-wired cable. Try using a different cable.

12—Set the emulation mode

The printer emulates the operation of five other printers. It is factory-set to emulate the PCL 6 at power-up. If you primarily use software that supports PCL 6, or that supports the Kyocera printer itself, the factory setting is the one you want. If you primarily use software that supports another printer, it is convenient to change the printer's power-up emulation mode.

The emulation mode can be changed from the printer control panel. To change the emulation mode, refer to the Mode Select Menu diagram on the last page of this manual.

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Contents FS-1200 Introduction Limited Warranty LicenseLimitation of Remedies Typeface Trademark Acknowledgement GeneralConforming to the Class B limits FCC statementSafety information Interface connectorsImportant note on the interface connectors Laser safetyCdrh regulations Ozone concentrationCE Marking Directive Declaration of Conformity U.S.ADeclaration of Conformity Australia ViiiCanadian Department of Communications compliance statement ISODisclaimer Prolonged Non-Use and Moving the Printer Prolonged Non-useMoving the Printer Kyocera ECO-PRODUCT Action program EnergyMaintenance Features Print Engine FeaturesIntroduction Options Software FeaturesPrescribe 2e Programming Manual on CD-ROM CD-ROM Kyocera Digital LibraryTable of Contents Xvi Xvii Serial RS-232C/RS-422A Interface Option Appendix C Host Computer InterfacePositioning the Printer ClearancePlaces to Avoid Basic requirements Temperature 10C to 32.5C 50F to 90.5F Humidity 20% to 80%Voltage FrequencyUnpacking and Inspection Power SupplyList of Shipped Components Front View Names of PartsRear View Interior ViewSetting Up and Interfacing Install the toner containerOpen the top cover Close the top cover Install the waste toner bottleOpen the side cover on the left side of the printer Adjust the paper guides in the cassette and add paper Clip Open the paper stopper on the face-down output tray Install the face-up output trayAttach the power cord Connect the printer to the computerParallel interface Set the emulation mode Print a statusTest the interface with the computer Windows 95/Windows Install the printer driverCD-ROM Drive Name\drivers\Language\pcl\9x CD-ROM Drive Name\drivers\Language\kpdl\9x WindowsCassette Mode First Mode Automatic Manual FeedingMP Multi-Purpose Tray Feeding Duplex Printing from the MP trayMP Multi-Purpose Tray Feeding First Mode Automatic Manual FeedingFeeding Envelopes Cassette ModeMemory Card Handling a Memory CardTo Remove the Memory Card Memory Expansion Installation Printing condition Resolution 300 dpi 600 dpiRemoving the Main Circuit Board Withdrawing the Main Circuit Board from the Printer Installing and Removing The Dimm Installing DimmDimm to be used Removing Dimm Testing the Expansion MemoryControl Panel Operating the Laser PrinterResolution Indicator Interface IndicatorMessage Display Message MeaningCopy Indicator Paper Size IndicatorIndicator Name Description Symbolic IndicatorsKey Function Control KeysSwitching Power On Operating ProceduresStack Selection Feed SelectionCanceling Printing On-line/Off-line SettingStatus Printout Sample Status Form Feed Using the Mode Select Menu Mode Select MenuFunction Default Setting 2SWïý 520ý ý ý ý ý ý ý Parallel Interface Configuring InterfacesRAM Disk Operations Setting the RAM Disk SizeHints on Writing Fonts to the Memory Card Operating a Memory CardReading Fonts/Data from a Memory Card Writing Data to a Memory CardDeleting Data from a Memory Card Printing a list of data names Formatting a Memory CardSetting Custom Sizes Setting the Paper Type Cassette, Media Type and Custom SettingsDuplex path Paper Type User Setting Making SettingsLvdeoh Submenus displayed Selection parameters DescriptionSleep Ecopower Mode Dumping Received Data Cancel keyKIR 2 Level Optimized stripes Ecoprint ModeDark vertical stripes White vertical stripesResource Protection Adjusting the Print DensityType of Error and Corresponding Audio Alarm Buzzer Setting the Audio Warning BuzzerSetting the Audio Warning Buzzer Internal Fonts FontsList of Fonts Internal Scalable and Bitmap FontsFont Number Font samples List of Fonts Kpdl Fonts List of Fonts Toner kit replacement interval Toner Kit ReplacementToner 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 Cleaning Cleaning the Charger WireMain Charger Unit Cleaning the Grid Paper Feed Unit General Guide If the printer does not printIf the printing is abnormal Interface Problems Power ProblemsCompletely blank printout Print Quality ProblemsAll-black printout Check the developer unitDropouts, horizontal streaks, stray dots Clean the charger wireBlack or white vertical streaks Check the control panelGrey background Faint or blurred printingCharacters out of position Dirt on the top edge or back of the paperCheck the paper chute and the ramp Check the transfer rollerIndicators and Messages IndicatorsSymbolic Indicators Maintenance Messages Maintenance MessagesMessage Corrective Action DOO Vhuylfh Error Messages Error MessagesNing to ensure correct reading of the memory card 0025&$5 HUUúú Correcting a Paper Jam Printer SymbolRear Cover Power requirements Drum cleaningPower consumption Printing methodPrinter Specifications Table B.1 Specifications Paper SpecificationsSpecification General GuidelinesCondition of the Paper Selecting the Right PaperComposition Paper SizeMoisture Content Basis WeightSmoothness Thickness CaliperPaper type Media type Special PaperTable B.4 Adhesive Label Specifications Table B.3 Transparency SpecificationsTransparency Adhesive-Backed LabelsColored Paper EnvelopesPreprinted Paper Recycled PaperParallel interface communication modes Parallel InterfaceInterface Signals Table C.1. Parallel Connector Pin AssignmentsPin In/out Description Paper Empty PError Pin Data 0 1 to Data 7 8 Pins 2 toError* nFault Pin Power Ready PinInterface Signals Serial RS-232C/RS-422A Interface OptionRS-232C interface Serial Connector Overview of Signals RS-422ARS-422A interface RS-422A interface voltage levelsRS-232C/RS-422A Protocol RS-232C Cable Connection Prescribe Frpo D0 commandPreparing an RS-232C Cable H7 Buffer nearly-empty thresholdConnecting the Printer to the Computer Memory Card IndexIndex-2 Basic Operations During Mode Selection Mode Select MenuFrom Previous To 495 seconds