TallyGenicom T6212 Operator's Manual
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- Page 1 A PRODUCT FROM TALLYGENICOM T6200 Series Line Printer Operator Manual Serial • Parallel • Twinax • Coax • TCP/IP Including IPDS...
- Page 2 This Manual is published by Tally Printer Corporation for use with the computer printer described herein. Transla- tions, reprinting or copying by any means of this manual, complete or in part, in any different form requires our explicit approval. Tally Printer Corporation reserves the right to revise this manual without notice, for any reason.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Figure 1-5. Connecting the Host Connector Smart T ... 1–5 Coax Connector ... 1–6 Figure 1-6. Connecting with the BNC adapter... 1–6 Powering Up ...1–7 Figure 1–7. Printer (Rear View) ... 1–7 Paper System ...1–8 Paper System Components ...1–8 Figure 1–8. Paper System Components ... 1–8 Table Of Contents TOC–1... - Page 4 Operator Manual Tractor Sets ... 1–8 Figure 1–9. Opening, Locking, and Unlocking Tractors ... 1–8 Platen Gap Wheel and Lever... 1–9 Figure 1–10. Platen Gap Adjustment Wheel and Lever ... 1–9 Platen Gap Sensing ... 1–10 Paper Tension Lever ... 1–10 Figure 1–11.
- Page 5 Chapter 3 ...3–1 Introduction...3–1 Control Panel Menus ...3–1 Figure 3-1 Control Panel Navigation ... 3–1 Categories, Parameters and Selections ...3–2 Using Menus ...3–2 How to Print a Control Panel Selections Report ... 3–4 Operator Menu ...3–5 Font Category...3–5 Ser/Par Language ... 3–5 Tx/Cx Language (displays on Twinax/Coax printers only) ...
- Page 6 VFU Enabled ... 3–15 Vertical Tab (VT) Channel ... 3–15 Skip When ... 3–15 Configuration Menu ... 3–16 Printer Category ... 3–16 Powerup ... 3–16 Ser/Par Emul ... 3–16 LAN Emulation (LAN Interface only) ... 3–17 Twinax Emul (Twinax/Coax only) ... 3–17 Dump Mode ...
- Page 7 TOF Control ... 3–22 DC3 Operation ... 3–22 SISO OverszBar ... 3–22 Barcod Top Pos ... 3–22 Oversz Top Pos ... 3–22 Graphics Category ... 3–23 Code V Command Character (CVCC) ... 3–23 Smooth Size ... 3–23 PY Then ... 3–23 PN Then ...
- Page 8 Operator Manual Protocol ... 3–29 Status Enquiry ... 3–30 DTR Function ... 3–31 DTR Polarity ... 3–31 Busy Polarity ... 3–31 RTS Function ... 3–31 Robust Xon ... 3–31 Parallel I/O Category ... 3–32 POPC (Print On Paper Command) ... 3–32 8th Bit ...
- Page 9 Pattern Category ... 3–40 Print ... 3–40 Fault Override Category ... 3–40 Paper Motion ... 3–40 Diag Category ... 3–41 Cal-Paper (Calibrate Paper Out) ... 3–41 Help Menu ... 3–41 Appendix A ... A–1 Introduction... A–1 Messages ... A–1 Faults ... A–1 Fault Correction Procedure ...
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Page 11: Preface
Installation instructions come with the module. All interface configurations and printer setups are performed through the control panel. In addition, the printer’s operational configuration is stored in nonvolatile memory; you’ll never have to reconfigure your printer because of a power loss. Preface... -
Page 12: About This Manual
About This Manual Chapter 1: Setting Up Your Printer In Chapter 1, you are instructed on how to set up your printer. You will find criteria for site selection, instructions for removing the protective shipping hardware from your printer, and locations of connectors for printer to host communications and power hookups. -
Page 13: Chapter 1
Chapter 1: Setting Up Your Printer Chapter 1 Site Preparation 1–1... -
Page 14: Unpacking Your Printer
Operator Manual Unpacking your printer Repacking Reversible Doors Removing the Shipping Hardware CAREFUL! DO NOT power up your printer before removing the shipping hardware. 1–2... -
Page 15: Setting Up Paper Stacking Chains
Chapter 1: Setting Up Your Printer Setting Up Paper Stacking Chains 1–3... -
Page 16: Interface Connections And Powering Up
Operator Manual Interface Connections and Powering Up Interface Connectors CAREFUL! Shielded I/O cables must be used on all installations to comply with FCC regulations. Maximum Interface Cable Length Serial/Parallel only Twinax Coax 1–4... -
Page 17: Connecting The I/O
Chapter 1: Setting Up Your Printer Connecting the I/O Serial/Parallel Twinax Connector 1–5... -
Page 18: Coax Connector
Operator Manual Twinax Trouble Checklist Coax Connector 1–6... -
Page 19: Powering Up
Chapter 1: Setting Up Your Printer Powering Up Step 1. Always use a grounded (3-prong) single-phase outlet. Step 2. Twinax interface 1–7... -
Page 20: Paper System
Operator Manual Paper System Paper System Components Tractor Sets 1–8... -
Page 21: Platen Gap Wheel And Lever
Chapter 1: Setting Up Your Printer Platen Gap Wheel and Lever 1–9... -
Page 22: Platen Gap Sensing
Operator Manual Platen Gap Sensing Paper Tension Lever 1–10... -
Page 23: Installing The Ribbon Cartridge
Chapter 1: Setting Up Your Printer Installing the Ribbon Cartridge Step 1. Step 2. Step 3. Step 4. 1–11... -
Page 24: Loading Paper
Operator Manual Loading Paper for Regular Printing Form Characteristics 1–12... - Page 25 Chapter 1: Setting Up Your Printer Step 1. Step 2. Step 3. Step 4. Step 5. 1–13...
- Page 26 Operator Manual The left end of the scale (5 & 10 CPI) on the ribbon platform marks the CAREFUL! position of Column 1. Before printing, make sure that this marker is aligned with the desired position on the form. To align the paper on the column marker, unlock the tractor and slide it to the desired position, then lock it in place.
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Page 27: Let's Check
Chapter 1: Setting Up Your Printer Let’s Check 1–15... - Page 28 Operator Manual Blank Page 1–16...
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Page 29: Chapter 2
Chapter 2 Introduction In this chapter you will learn about the Printer Control Panel and how it is used to control printer functions. Control Panel Components The Control Panel is located on the top cover. You can use it to program and direct most printer functions. -
Page 30: Lcd (Liquid Crystal Display)
Operator Manual LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) The LCD is located at the left of the Control Panel. It shows printer status, menu selections, and normal, fault, and error messages. The LCD is divided into four main areas. Each area displays one of the following: Current State, Paper Indicators, Options, and Current Selection Indicator. -
Page 31: Paper Indicators
Weight zone when Paper Weight is on Auto or set to to Light. Table 2 - 1 Paper Weight Indicators Chapter 2: Printer Control Panel Impact The platen is in the Normal Impact zone when Impact is on Auto or set to Normal. -
Page 32: Key Functions
Online state. When the printer is Online, the indicator will light, and the printer is ready to accept data from the host. When it's Offline, it cannot accept host data. In the Offline state, you may change parameter selections, load paper, and so on. -
Page 33: Tof Key (Top Of Form)
(unless a different top margin is required for a new form). In Operator, Config, or Test modes, the Up and Down Arrow keys scan lists of categories, parameters, and selections. Chapter 2: Printer Control Panel Align Desired Top-Of-Form Location At This Point... -
Page 34: Menu/Back Key
When the printer is in a Paper Out Fault condition, and the PrntEOF Parameter is set to Off, pressing the Enter Key allows printing to the end of the current form. When PrntEOF is set to On, the printer auto- matically prints to the end of the current form. -
Page 35: Config Key
Chapter 2: Printer Control Panel Clear Reset The printer controller performs a hardware reset. You may use this in lieu of cycling power to the printer. As with cycling power, the Powerup Configuration is loaded as the Current Configuration (see Chapter 3). - Page 36 Operator Manual Blank Page 2–8...
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Page 37: Introduction
Control Panel Menus This section discusses the menus and how to access and select parameter values from them for formatting documents, controlling print operations, or testing the printer. The four main menus are Operator, Config, Test, and Help. Offline Online... -
Page 38: Categories, Parameters And Selections
• You must first be in Offline state to access menus. • The Online/Offline key takes the printer Online and Offline. • All scrolling is performed using the Up and Down Arrow keys. • The Enter key selects parameter values or initiates a desired proce- dure. - Page 39 Form Length from the default of 66 lines to 65 lines, this is how you do it: 1. Make sure your printer is in an Offline state. If it's not, press the Online/Offline key. 2. Press the Menu key. The display reads: Offline 3.
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Page 40: How To Print A Control Panel Selections Report
The organization of the multilevel menus is shown on the Control Panel Selec- tions Printout. All current selections are marked with an asterisk. 1. Make sure the printer is Offline. 2. Press the Menu/Back key. 3. Use the Up or Down arrow keys until you see Help Menu on the dis- play. -
Page 41: Operator Menu
This parameter defines the language used by emulations attached to Twinax and Coax ports (except IPDS). The default is US. *The details of the character sets can be found in the Line Printer Applications Manual. The possible selections are: French... -
Page 42: Ipds Language (Displays Only If Ipds Is Installed)
IPDS Language (displays only if IPDS is installed) This defines the language used by the IPDS emulation. The default is US. The details of the character sets can be found in the Line Printer Applications Manual. The possible selections are:... -
Page 43: Matrix
Chapter 3: Printer Menus and Configuring Your Printer Matrix There are two font modes available on your printer. One mode is called En- hanced and the other is called Constant Density. Enhanced fonts include Draft and Data Processing, Near Letter Quality (Gothic and Courier), and Optical Character Recognition Fonts (OCR-A and OCR-B). -
Page 44: Tx/Cx Style
17.14, and 20. The default is 10 CPI. Panel Language This option allows you to set up the printer to display messages on the Control Panel in a particular language. Printed reports also display in your chosen language. The possible selections are English (default), German, French, Italian, Swedish/Finish, and Spanish. -
Page 45: Forms Category
Chapter 3: Printer Menus and Configuring Your Printer Forms Category This category is used for setting form specifics. Length (lines) If you wish to define the length of your form in lines, you may select a form length from 1 to 255. The default option is 66. -
Page 46: Right Margin
Before changing paper it is best to print to the end of the current form. This parameter allows you to set up the printer to print to the end of the form auto- matically. The settings are On and Off, with the default at Off. -
Page 47: Quick Access
When Quick Access is enabled, the paper is moved to the tear posi- tion by pressing the Enter key. If the printer is online and the current print job is finished, pressing the Enter key will move the paper to the tear position and the Quick Access Timeout will start. -
Page 48: Impact
(Impulse, Paper Moves, and Slew Speed). If all three param- eters are set to Auto, the Impact and Paper Weight vary according to what the platen gap sensor tells the printer. The Slew Speed varies from 25 IPS to 40 IPS depending on the Paper Weight setting. -
Page 49: Ribbonmonitor
Disabled. The default setting is Enabled. When set to Enabled, the printer strikes each dot twice. Use this to get better print quality when you are printing on an exceptionally thick form. Default is Disabled. -
Page 50: Ribnmon Thresh
Clear the fault with the Clear key. The fault indicator should turn off and the Replace Ribbon message should disappear. Look at the recently printed output of the printer to determine if the ribbon is exhausted. If the quality of the output is still acceptable, you can in- crease the ribbon life threshold through the RibnMon Thresh option. -
Page 51: Skip When
This parameter applies only to the emulations which make explicit use of the VFU channels. Setting this parameter to Enabled causes the printer to use the last loaded EVFU instead of using the Form Length, Top Margin, and Bottom Margin settings. When an EVFU is loaded, this parameter is automatically set to Enabled. -
Page 52: Powerup
Help Menu printout. Printer Category This parameter sets the printer either Online or Offline when the power switch is turned on. This parameter setting is automatically saved to the Powerup Configuration when it is changed. The default is Offline. -
Page 53: Ser/Par Emul
4234. The Coax emulation will always be IBM 4234. Dump Mode is used to troubleshoot problems that may arise when processing data. It places the printer into a Hex Dump Mode. You can select three styles of printouts for use as debugging tools. The standard selections are: OFF: Dump Mode is disabled. -
Page 54: Report
Produces a printed report of all the saved printer configurations. The report contains a header which identifies the installed software and interface, any options that are installed, and statistics for time powered on, time printing, and total lines printed. -
Page 55: Line Wrap
ON, printer response is determined by the Wrap Line Feed Parameter (see below). If Line Wrap is ON and Wrap LF is OFF, the printer performs a Carriage Return only and overprinting can result. If Line Wrap is ON and Wrap LF is ON, the printer performs a Carriage Return plus a Line Feed and excess characters are printed on a new line at the left margin. -
Page 56: Double Strike
Code received from the host computer when it is already at a top-of-form location. If set to Disabled, the printer ignores the Form Feed Control Code sent from the host. If set to Enabled (default selection) the printer performs the requested form feed and advances to the next top-of-form. -
Page 57: Code 7F.
Chapter 3: Printer Menus and Configuring Your Printer This parameter allows you to dictate how the printer will react when it receives a Hexadecimal code 7F. The default value depends on the emulation. (See the Emulation Parameter, presented earlier in this chapter.) Ignore: The code is ignored. -
Page 58: Tof Control
This parameter allows DC1 - DC3 operation. When Enabled (default), the printer can be selected and deselected using DC1 and DC3 control codes. The printer select/deselect operation is not in effect when Disabled. SISO OverszBar (Available when Genicom ANSI emulation is se- lected) This parameter allows SI-SO operation for bar codes and oversize characters. -
Page 59: Graphics Category
When the user program requests a higher density, the printer will switch to the next higher density than the base density. The follow- ing table shows the density selections and how they change when the printer... -
Page 60: Table 3–1. Bar Code Dot Density
Epson or Proprinter graphics. O f f Version This parameter controls the version of Code V the printer emulates. Version 2 is the default selection. Descender This parameter controls insertion of the character descender gap between print lines. -
Page 61: Vertical Scale
Chapter 3: Printer Menus and Configuring Your Printer Vertical Scale This parameter determines whether vertical block characters will be scaled to the same dimensions as horizontal block characters. Style 1 is the default selection. Style 1: Style 2: Off: Zero As an aid in distinguishing zeros from the uppercase letter O you can choose to have your zeros slashed (Ø). -
Page 62: Automatic Py
Automatic PY If Automatic PY is Enabled, the printer is automatically in Code V graphics mode, and a ^PY command is not needed in the file being sent to the printer to begin Code V graphics. The default is Disabled. -
Page 63: Ignore Term
In addition, each configuration you save can be tagged with a label of up to 15 characters. When you first receive your printer, each label is a generic "CONFIG" followed by a number 1 through 10 (See How to Save Configurations, next). -
Page 64: Load
Powerup Config You will use this parameter to designate any of the saved configurations as the configuration that is loaded when the printer powers up. Scroll through the Powerup Config parameter to select the configuration you want to use, then press Enter. -
Page 65: Serial I/O Category
This parameter sets the number of serial stop bits. 1 is the default selection. Parity Parity is a method the printer uses to verify that each byte of data it receives is exactly what the host computer transmitted. When selected, it keeps track of the number of high bits in each byte (either odd or even). -
Page 66: Status Enquiry
The printer will then send back a 1 byte packet denoting the status of the printer. If this option is set to OFF (the default), no packet will be sent back. The Status Enquiry feature may be enabled in con- junction with any other protocol. -
Page 67: Dtr Polarity
Chapter 3: Printer Menus and Configuring Your Printer This parameter allows the user to change the operation of the Data Terminal Ready (DTR) line on the printer interface. The DTR line is used to indicate printer status to the host computer. -
Page 68: Parallel I/O Category
Operator Manual Parallel I/O Category The Parallel Category on your printer has three parameters that can be changed according to user needs. The POPC Parameter can be set up so that each time a paper advance com- mand is received (such as a Line Feed, Form Feed, or Vertical Tab), any data currently held in the buffer will be printed before the command is carried out. -
Page 69: Intellifilter Category
Chapter 3: Printer Menus and Configuring Your Printer Intellifilter Category Intellifilter is a programmable feature, standard on TallyGenicom line printers. Without having to touch an otherwise well-working host system, Intellifilter permits users to free their systems from hard coded dependence on a specific... -
Page 70: Twinax/Coax Category
There are two options for this category, PA1 and PA2. These options only have meaning when the printer is in the SCS Mode. If they are selected while the printer is in non SCS Mode, the Invalid Key error message will display briefly. - Page 71 Comp Switch 4 determines printer response to an FF command located at the end of a buffer. If OFF, the printer performs an FF only. The new print location is the first print position on the next form. If ON, the printer performs an FF plus an NL.
- Page 72 OFF, and the Ignore bit in the PCIA is ON, the line is not printed and no NL function is performed. If ON, the printer prints a blank line in response to a line of unprintable characters and performs an NL function.
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Page 73: Twinax Interface
IBM 4234 printer, which results in standard IBM 4234 error handling. The printer notifies the host after it is finished processing the print buffer and is ready to accept more data. Then the host sends another buffer of up to 4K of data. -
Page 74: Ipds Category (Ipds Only)
Operator Manual IPDS Category (IPDS Only) This parameter sets the Twinax IPDS device address for the printer. This feature allows the IPDS emulation to reside at a different address than the standard Twinax SCS emulation, hence providing two virtual Twinax printers. -
Page 75: Tcp/Ip Menu - Lan Interface Only
IP OCTET 2 IP OCTET 3 IP OCTET 4 Make sure that the LAN cable is attached when the printer is powered on. If it is not, attach the cable and cycle power on the printer. Parameter 0-255 0-255 0-255... -
Page 76: Test Menu
Operator Manual Test Menu In TEST Menu you will find diagnostic test print patterns used to check printer functions and a parameter that allows you to control paper motion sensing. Use the Up and Down Arrow keys to scroll to the desired selection. To move down in the menu use the Up Arrow key. -
Page 77: Diag Category
• Remove the paper from the printer, close the tractor door, and press Enter. A numeric value will be displayed briefly. A new message appears instructing the user to load the printer with paper. - Page 78 Operator Manual Blank Page 3–42...
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Page 79: Introduction
Faults When a fault occurs, it will cause the printer to cease operation and go Offline. The printer alarm will sound, the Fault Indicator will illuminate, and the display will report a fault message. -
Page 80: Table A–1. Display Messages
1. Ensure correct protocol has been selected. 2. Check wiring of I/O cable between host and printer. (See the Applications Manual for a detailed explanation.) VFU Channel requested by the host computer cannot be found. - Page 81 Hammer Time Explanation: Corrective Action: Appendix A: Troubleshooting Key has no function for this printer model or mode of operation. No corrective action. Certain communication signals have been lost between the printer and the host computer. Check cable connection, setup of host, and printer address setting.
- Page 82 If there is a mismatch between the setting of the printer and the setting of the host, you can change printer parity by referring to the Configuration Menu section of Chapter 3.
- Page 83 Customer Service Representative for repair. The ambient temperature has exceeded the limit (Max T). Turn the printer off and allow the unit to cool. After a few minutes, turn the power back on and retry the printer. If it fails again, call your Customer Service Representative.
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Page 84: Table A–2. Paper/Printing Corrective Action
Operator Manual Table A–2. Paper/Printing Corrective Action Problem The paper holes are wider than normal after passing through the tractors. Printed characters on heavy- weight or multi-part paper are smeared. The printed characters are too light. The printed characters are shakey The printed characters in one line are shorter than normal. -
Page 85: Specifications
There are six resident type styles available on your printer. They include Gothic, Courier, Data Processing, Draft, OCR-A, and OCR-B. All type styles and the two output modes (for Draft and DP) are selectable through the printer control panel. Gothic and Courier These two type styles provide Near Letter Quality (NLQ) printing. - Page 86 Your printer supports Horizontal row plots (single and multiple row), Vertical column plots, and specialized Graphic plots. Your printer supports the following horizontal DPIs: 40, 48, 60, 80, 90, 120, 180, and 240. Scaled densities available on your printer are 50, 72, 75, 96, 100, 144, 150, 160, and 200.
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Page 87: Lines Per Inch
Physical Configurations Your printer only is available enclosed in a quietized cabinet. Weight Your printer has an actual weight of 185 lbs. (84 kg) and a shipping weight of 212 lbs. (96 kg). Paper Description The printer uses continuous, sprocket-fed type paper, 2.5 inches (64 mm) to 18 inches (457 mm) outside width and 3.0 inches (76 mm) to 12.0 inches (305... -
Page 88: Power Supply
Operator Manual Power Supply The printer requires single phase, 47 to 63 Hz. 90 to 264 VAC input power. The printer’s universal power supply automatically adjusts to the correct values. A fuse is provided to interrupt power to the power supply. The follow- ing table gives typical current values. -
Page 89: Heat Load Contribution
Environment Operating Temperature Dry Bulb: Humidity: Altitude: Nonoperating Temperature: Boxed: Unboxed: Humidity: Altitude: Thermal Shock: Vibration: Heat Load Contribution The average heat load contribution to the environment is approximately 735 BTUs per hour (215 Watts). The minimum heat load contribution is approxi- mately 100 BTUs per hour (30 watts). -
Page 90: Printer Dimensions
Operator Manual Printer Dimensions 28.3 in. (718.8 mm) Top View 28.8 in. (731.5 mm) 62.2 in. (1579.9 mm) 40.0 in. (1016.0 mm) Back (and Front) View Side View Figure S-1. Physical Dimensions S–6... - Page 91 EN6950:1992, including Amd 1, 2, 3, and 4 safety require- ments. Acoustic ISO 7779:1988(E) ISO 9296:1988(E) Marking The printer complies with the CE mark requirements, per European norms. and EN55022 Class B EN 61000-3-3 EN 61000-4-2 EN 61000-4-3 EN 61000-4-4...
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