Star Micronics SR-10/I5 user manual Getting to Know, Components and Controls

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CHAPTER 2

GETTING TO KNOW

YOUR SR-lo/15

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The more you learn about SR-lo/15 and its sophisticated features, old and new, the better SR-lo/15 is going to perform for you. Remember, it’s not just what you know - it’s what you know how to use! So, let’s start getting acquainted!

Subjects we’ll cover in this chapter include:

•Components and controls

•Paper-out and front-cover-open detectors

•Paper selection and loading

•Adjusting the gap - for different paper thickness

•Self-test - printout of available characters

•Some tips for smoother operation

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COMPONENTS AND CONTROLS

First, the components. You saw most of these when you un- packed you printer. Now we’ll give you a condensed rundown on what they do. (For details on your initial set-up of SR-10/15, with all components in place, see Chapter 1.) PRINTER COVERS - There are two, front and rear. Their function is to protect the ribbon and print head from dust and dirt, and also to reduce the sound level.

SINGLE SHEET GUIDE - As you’ve guessed, this plastic rack is used to support and guide the single sheets during printing. SPROCKET PAPER GUIDE - This wire rack serves the same function, but for sprocket paper.

INK RIBBON CARTRIDGE - A neat and tidy timesaver, which snaps into place within a few seconds.

POWER CORD - Connects the printer to its power source, usually a wall outlet. It’s located at the right rear.

PRINT HEAD - This is the unit which does the actual printing.