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Xante Accel-a-Writer 8200 Options Manual

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Chapter 9 - Options

Chapter Overview
Paper Handling Options
Optional Paper Feeder
Optional Cassette Supporter
Extra Wide Print Option
Resolution Upgrades
Installing Resolution Upgrades
RAM Upgrades
Installing RAM Upgrades
Ethernet Upgrade
Installing the Ethernet Upgrade
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  • Page 1: Chapter 9 - Options

    Chapter 9 - Options Chapter Overview Paper Handling Options Optional Paper Feeder Optional Cassette Supporter Extra Wide Print Option Resolution Upgrades Installing Resolution Upgrades RAM Upgrades Installing RAM Upgrades Ethernet Upgrade Installing the Ethernet Upgrade ____________________________________________ Options 9-1...
  • Page 2 Notes Optionsbb ___________________________________________...

  • Page 3: Paper Handling Options

    Introduction This chapter covers the available options for your Accel-a-Writer 8200 printer, which includes the paper handling options—the paper feeder, extra cassettes, and the cassette supporter. It also includes the extra wide print option as well as the RAM (memory), resolution, and Ethernet upgrades.

  • Page 4: Installing The Paper Feeder

    Installing the Paper Feeder To install the paper feeder Unpack the paper feeder and, with the connector to the back left, set the feeder next to the printer. Make sure the feeder’s two securing locks, one on each side under the lock icons, are pulled forward so that they are open (fig.
  • Page 5 Warning! The printer weighs approximately 60 lbs (27.24 kg). Have someone help you lift it. With someone’s help, lift the printer up and align it over the feeder (fig. 9.3). Paper Feeder (Optional) 250 Sheet Paper Cassette Letter (or A4) Size (Standard/Optional) Fig.
  • Page 6 Plug the connector from the feeder into the socket in the printer (fig. 9.4). Then, replace the connector cover on the printer. Fig. 9.4 Connect the Feeder to the Printer Latch the two securing locks on each side of the feeder by reaching under the icons and pushing the lock toward the back of the printer (fig.

  • Page 7: Installing The Cassette Supporter

    Installing the Cassette Supporter To install the cassette supporter Unpack the supporter and, with the open end to the front, set the supporter next to the printer. Turn off your printer and disconnect the power cord and all interface cables. Warning! The printer weighs approximately 60 lbs (27.24 kg).
  • Page 8 PAPER OUT message when the first paper tray is empty. Extra Wide Print Option Your Accel-a-Writer 8200 offers two types of oversize printing capabilities for 19.00" and 25.00" size media, standard and extra wide. The media sizes and imageable areas are as follows:...

  • Page 9: Resolution Upgrades

    Thursday or 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Resolution Upgrades Your Accel-a-Writer 8200 comes standard with 600 x 600 dpi resolution and enough RAM to handle this resolution. Note: Occasionally, a complex, large file or one with heavy graphics may require more than standard memory to print.

  • Page 10: Ram Upgrades

    The instructions also cover troubleshooting your resolution upgrade. RAM Upgrades Your Accel-a-Writer 8200 is delivered with 12 MB of standard RAM (Random Access Memory) which can be upgraded to a maximum 64 MB using 4 or 16 MB SIMM (Single In-line Memory Module) RAM.
  • Page 11 Open the fold down tray by grasping the top corners and pulling out and down (fig. 9.6), or if it is open already and has media loaded, remove the media. Fig. 9.6 Open the Fold Down Tray Open the front cover by pulling up on the release latch and tilting the cover towards you (fig.
  • Page 12 Locate and remove the two screws securing the output tray to the printer (fig. 9.8) using the magnetized screwdriver and being careful not to drop the screws into the printer. Remove the Two Output Tray Screws Fig. 9.8 Remove the Screws from the Output Tray 9-12 Optionsbb ___________________________________________...
  • Page 13 Lift up slightly on the front of the output tray and then gently push it back to release the tray’s securing pegs (fig. 9.9). Disconnect the front panel cable by gently pulling the end of the cable out of the controller board connector (fig. 9.9) to free the output tray from the printer.
  • Page 14 Remove the 7 screws on the EMI shield (fig. 9.10) using the magnetized screwdriver, being careful not to drop any screws into the printer. Then, lift off the EMI shield and set it aside. Fig. 9.10 Remove the EMI Shield Install the new RAM in the controller board (fig.
  • Page 15 Note: RAM banks must be filled in order from the back (Bank 1) to the front (Bank 4). If you mix 4 and 16 MB RAM upgrades, any 16 MB SIMMs must be installed first followed by 4 MB SIMM. For example, if you have two 16 MB and one 4 MB SIMMs, the 16 MB SIMMs should be in Banks 1 and 2 and the 4 MB SIMM in Bank 3.
  • Page 16 Tilt the SIMM forward towards you to a 45˚ angle and slide it up and out of the bank (fig. 9.13). Remove the upgrade SIMM from its protective bag. Align the new SIMM at a 45˚ angle toward you (with the notched corner down and to the left) over the appropriate bank (fig.
  • Page 17 Lower the EMI shield back in place and replace the seven original screws to secure it (fig. 9.14). Fig. 9.14 Replace the EMI Shield Reconnect the end of the front panel cable to the printer’s controller board (fig. 9.15). Replace the output tray making sure the pegs at the back of the tray seat in the holes on the printer.

  • Page 18: Ethernet Upgrade

    Close the front cover. Close the fold down tray. Reattach the interface cables and power cord. Turn on your printer. Note: If you want to confirm the memory upgrade, check the start-up page. To print a test start-up page, take the printer off line and press the Test key.

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