Chapter 1: Setting Up the Printer
Connecting the Interface Cable
Use an IEEE 1284 compliant parallel cable (6 ft.
recommended) to connect the SuperScript 870 to a
computer.
1. Make sure the printer and the computer are
both turned OFF [O].
2. Connect one end of the interface cable to the
parallel port of the computer.
3. Connect the other end of the cable to the
parallel port connector on the back of the
printer. Secure the lock springs on the port
connection.
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Installing the Face-up Output Tray
The Face-up output tray receives printed pages,
printed side up, as they are output to the rear of
the printer. For uses of this tray, see Chapter 6,
"Using the Printer."
The maximum capacity of this tray is 50 sheets.
1. Remove the Face-up output tray from its
packaging.
2. Gently bow the Face-up output tray inwards,
toward the printer, with both hands. Align the
insertion pins of the tray with the pin holders
of the printer.