Lanier AP206 If the printer is using I/O Timeout, Network connection, Possible cause, Solutions

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Troubleshooting

Possible cause	Solutions
Is the Data In indicator	If the Data In indicator stays off, data is not being sent to the print-
blinking or lit after starting	er or the printer may be resetting the print job because there was a
the print job?	long delay in receiving the data from the computer.

❖ If the printer is using "I/O Timeout"

Increase the value of the "I/O Timeout" setting of the "IPDL-C Menu" or "RPS2 Menu". Or set the "I/O Timeout" value to "0" (this is the off setting). ⇒ P.79 “Using the Operation Panel”

❖ If the printer is connected to the computer using the par- allel cable

Confirm that the printer port settings are correct. For a parallel port connection, port LPT1 or LPT2 should be set.

For more information about the printer port settings, see the notes after this table.

	❖ Network connection
		Contact your network administrator.
	If the Data In indicator is blinking or lit.
	The printer may be resetting the print job. Take the following steps
	to correct the situation.
	•	Increase the "Job Timeout" setting of the "IPDL-C Menu" or
		"RPS2 Menu".
	•	Confirm that the printer driver settings are correct.
	•	Change the "Transfer" setting in the "System Menu".
	•	Confirm that the "Parallel" setting in "System Menu" is correct.
Do you print via a net-	Confirm that the "Ethernet" setting is correct from the operation
work?	panel. ⇒ P.84 “Menu Table”
	The setting governs the data transfer speed used by the Network
	Interface Board. Three options are available:
	•	Auto (default)
	•	100 Mbps
	•	10 Mbps
		Note
	❒ For details about the appropriate setting to use on your net-
		work, contact your network administrator.
Can you print a test page	If you cannot print a test page, it probably indicates printer mal-
(configuration page) ?	function. You should contact your sales or service representative.
	If you can print a test page but cannot get the printer to print when
	you issue a print command from the computer, it probably means
	there is a problem with the computer.
	Also keep it in mind that large, complex data might take a long
	time for the printer to process.

If you cannot solve the problem by taking the above actions, contact your sales or service representative.

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