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Kodak 8657 manual Host Interfaces, Introduction

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Introduction

Introduction

Host Interfaces

The Centronics (Parallel) and SCSI interfaces are standard with the printer.

The EtherTalk, Novell NetWare and TCP/IP Ethernet interfaces are provided through the optional Network Interface Card.

This manual contains the information necessary for setting up and using your 8657 Printer. It consists of four chapters:

Getting Started, Maintaining the Printer, Supplies, and Correcting Problems. Additional information is provided in the appendices Printer Specifications, and Customizing Your Printer.

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Kodak 8657 manual Host Interfaces, Introduction

Contents

KODAK PROFESSIONAL 8657 Printer User’s GuidePart No. 3H0594 Checking Contents ContentsSafety Regulations IntroductionPage Index Introduction About Your PrinterHost Interfaces IntroductionRadio Frequency Interference Regulatory Information Safety Regulations Head cleaning pads Checking Contents1 Getting Started JanuaryRemoving the Shipping Pins CAUTION Do not use the printer until you remove the shipping pinsFinding a Location to allow room forPrinter Front View Components of the PrinterReviewing the Components paper tray display panelGetting Started JanuaryPrinter Back View The side of the printer is shown below Printer Side Viewpower switch K number label JanuaryPrinter Inside View Attaching the Power Cord Power cord inletJanuary Attaching the Interface Cable Centronics Cable Parallel ConnectionSCSI Cable SCSI ports An ADAPTEC SCSI host adapter board A SCSI terminator Cleaning the Thermal Head 5. Open the cleaning pad The cleaning pad may become discolored Printer Ribbon and Paper About RibbonHandling Loading 8. Make sure that the spool notches are on the right 13. Fold any excess ribbon behind the adhesive strip Getting Started12. Remove the tape from the adhesive strip 1±1915. Smooth the ribbon over the adhesive strip with your fingers Getting StartedNOTE Keep the ribbon as straight as possible 16. Close the printer coverAbout Paper HandlingLoading 1. Remove the paper tray from the printer 7. Insert the paper tray in the printer until it locks into position Getting Started6. Press the latches on the front sides of the paper tray into place 8. Verify that the correct paper size is listed on the display panelTurning on the Power A description of each item is on the following pages Understanding the Display PanelFamiliarize yourself with the display panel shown below 1±25Indicator Lights PowerError LCD Panel MessagesButtons CancelSetup/Select PrintEntering Setup Mode Configuring the PrinterUsing Setup Menus Exiting Setup ModeSelecting Defaults Restoring Factory SettingsSelecting a Language for the Display Panel Setting up a Parallel Connection Specifying Port InformationSetting up an EtherTalk Connection Setting up an IPX Novell NetWare ConnectionSetting up a TCP/IP Connection Select SCSIEXIT when you are done Setting up a SCSI ConnectionThe new option will be in place once you exit Setup mode Use the PORTSSCSI menu to change the SCSI port addressMaking a Test Print Printing Job Scheduling Storing Prints 2 Maintaining the Printer Product 3 Supplies and AccessoriesOrdering Supplies and Accessories Part NumberCatalog PaperPaper Type NumberStoring Supplies RibbonPaper For highest image quality, follow these paper storage instructions4 Correcting Problems Understanding Error MessagesCorrecting Problems Paper SizeRibbon Type Ribbon Type Mismatch Troubleshooting SymptomPossible solutions Symptom Possible solutionsSymptom Possible solutionsMulticolored spots appear Symptom Possible solutionsHandling 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 4±13 Correcting Problems2. Gently pull paper up if it is caught inside the printer January4. Look in the tray area through the tray insertion slot NOTE If you cannot remove the paper, service is requiredPower Error 4±14CAUTION The pins must be inserted exactly as described Repacking the Printer7. Put appliance filament tape over the cover of the printer Correcting Problems6. Close the printer cover 9. Pack the printer in its original boxGetting Help Country Asia/Pacific Helpline NumbersEuropean Helpline Numbers Country codeSize Appendix A Printer SpecificationsWeight Operating EnvironmentPower Requirements Power ConsumptionVoltage/Frequency Setting up for the Installation Appendix B Adding More MemoryCustomizing Your Printer 2. Attach the wrist portion of a grounding strap to your wristOpening the Printer 2. Hold on to the two black handles on the metal plate and slowly pull the drawer out about three inches Customizing Your Printer 4. Gently pull the ribbon cable out of the socketJanuary Installing the Card card clipClosing the Printer 4. Close the drawer the rest of the way 7. Verify that the Power light is lit on the printers display panelCustomizing Your Printer 5. Replace the five screws that you removedWindows Systems Appendix C nneed nna. Press Setup/Select when READY-RASTER appears in the dis- play panel Cable Macintosh SystemsComputer Type Terminator2. 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 Voltage, A±2 Weight of the printer, A±1Unpacking the printer, 1±1 Index±10