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Kodak 8657 manual Attaching the Interface Cable, Centronics Cable Parallel Connection

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Attaching the Interface Cable

Getting Started

Attaching the Interface Cable

The sections below describe how to attach various cable types. You are responsible for providing the necessary cable.

NOTE: Ethernet cabling can be used if the optional Network Interface Card is installed on your printer. Refer to the documentation for the Network Interface Card for more information.

Centronics Cable (Parallel Connection)

Follow these steps to attach a Centronics cable:

1.Make sure that the printer is turned off.

2.Connect the Centronics cable to the printer's parallel port.

Parallel port

3.Connect the other end of the Centronics cable to your computer.

4.Turn the printer on.

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Kodak 8657 manual Attaching the Interface Cable, Centronics Cable Parallel Connection

Contents

User’s Guide KODAK PROFESSIONAL 8657 PrinterPart No. 3H0594 Introduction ContentsSafety Regulations Checking ContentsPage Index About Your Printer IntroductionIntroduction Host InterfacesRadio Frequency Interference Regulatory Information Safety Regulations January Checking Contents1 Getting Started Head cleaning padsCAUTION Do not use the printer until you remove the shipping pins Removing the Shipping Pinsto allow room for Finding a Locationpaper tray display panel Components of the PrinterReviewing the Components Printer Front ViewJanuary Getting StartedPrinter Back View January Printer Side Viewpower switch K number label The side of the printer is shown belowPrinter Inside View Power cord inlet Attaching the Power CordJanuary Centronics Cable Parallel Connection Attaching the Interface CableSCSI ports SCSI Cable An ADAPTEC SCSI host adapter board A SCSI terminator Cleaning the Thermal Head 5. Open the cleaning pad The cleaning pad may become discolored About Ribbon Printer Ribbon and PaperHandling Loading 8. Make sure that the spool notches are on the right 1±19 Getting Started12. Remove the tape from the adhesive strip 13. Fold any excess ribbon behind the adhesive strip16. Close the printer cover Getting StartedNOTE Keep the ribbon as straight as possible 15. Smooth the ribbon over the adhesive strip with your fingersHandling About PaperLoading 1. Remove the paper tray from the printer 8. Verify that the correct paper size is listed on the display panel Getting Started6. Press the latches on the front sides of the paper tray into place 7. Insert the paper tray in the printer until it locks into positionTurning on the Power 1±25 Understanding the Display PanelFamiliarize yourself with the display panel shown below A description of each item is on the following pagesPower Indicator LightsError Messages LCD PanelPrint CancelSetup/Select ButtonsExiting Setup Mode Configuring the PrinterUsing Setup Menus Entering Setup ModeRestoring Factory Settings Selecting DefaultsSelecting a Language for the Display Panel Specifying Port Information Setting up a Parallel ConnectionSetting up an IPX Novell NetWare Connection Setting up an EtherTalk ConnectionSetting up a TCP/IP Connection Use the PORTSSCSI menu to change the SCSI port address Setting up a SCSI ConnectionThe new option will be in place once you exit Setup mode Select SCSIEXIT when you are doneMaking a Test Print Printing Job Scheduling Storing Prints 2 Maintaining the Printer Part Number 3 Supplies and AccessoriesOrdering Supplies and Accessories ProductNumber PaperPaper Type CatalogRibbon Storing SuppliesFor highest image quality, follow these paper storage instructions PaperUnderstanding Error Messages 4 Correcting ProblemsPaper Size Correcting ProblemsRibbon Type Ribbon Type Mismatch Symptom TroubleshootingPossible solutions Possible solutions SymptomPossible solutions SymptomMulticolored spots appear Possible solutions SymptomHandling for Humidity-related Paper Problems Alternate Head Cleaning Instructions 4±10 8. Repeat steps 6 and 7 if you have a cleaning pad Clearing the Paper Path January Correcting Problems2. Gently pull paper up if it is caught inside the printer 4±134±14 NOTE If you cannot remove the paper, service is requiredPower Error 4. Look in the tray area through the tray insertion slotRepacking the Printer CAUTION The pins must be inserted exactly as described9. Pack the printer in its original box Correcting Problems6. Close the printer cover 7. Put appliance filament tape over the cover of the printerGetting Help Country code Asia/Pacific Helpline NumbersEuropean Helpline Numbers CountryOperating Environment Appendix A Printer SpecificationsWeight SizePower Consumption Power RequirementsVoltage/Frequency Appendix B Adding More Memory Setting up for the Installation2. Attach the wrist portion of a grounding strap to your wrist Customizing Your PrinterOpening the Printer 2. Hold on to the two black handles on the metal plate and slowly pull the drawer out about three inches 4. Gently pull the ribbon cable out of the socket Customizing Your PrinterJanuary card clip Installing the CardClosing the Printer 5. Replace the five screws that you removed 7. Verify that the Power light is lit on the printers display panelCustomizing Your Printer 4. Close the drawer the rest of the wayAppendix C nneed nn Windows Systemsa. Press Setup/Select when READY-RASTER appears in the dis- play panel Terminator Macintosh SystemsComputer Type Cable2. Attach the SCSI cable and SCSI terminator Index Page Page Page Page Parallel cable, attaching, 1±10 Parallel connection printer modes for Page Page Page Index±10 Weight of the printer, A±1Unpacking the printer, 1±1 Voltage, A±2