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XANTÉ® and Accel-a-Writer® are registered trademarks of XANTÉ
Corporation. X•ACT™ is a trademark of XANTÉ Corporation.
Adobe®, PageMaker®, Adobe Illustrator® is a registered trademark of Adobe
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Corporation, registered in the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Apple®, AppleTalk®, EtherTalk®, LaserWriter®, and Macintosh® are
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Bookman®, ITC Zapf Chancery®, and ITC Zapf Dingbats® are registered
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Novell® and NetWare® are registered trademarks of Novell, Inc., registered
Olivetti™ is a trademark of Olivetti, Inc.
QuarkXPress® is a registered trademark of Quark, Inc. registered in the
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Ethernet® and Xerox® are registered trademarks of Xerox Corporation,
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Manual Notice
XANTÉ Corporation reserves the right to make changes to this manual and to the equipment described herein without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure that this manual is free of inaccuracies and omissions. However, XANTÉ Corporation makes no warranty of any kind including, but not limited to, any implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose with regard to this manual.
XANTÉ Corporation assumes no responsibility for, or liability for, errors contained in this manual or for incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of the furnishing of this manual, or the use of this manual in operating the equipment, or in connection with the performance of the equipment when so operated.
Proprietary
The digitally encoded software included with the XANTÉ Accel-a-Writer 8200 printer is copyrighted © 1995 by XANTÉ Corporation. All Rights Reserved. This software may not be reproduced, modified, displayed, transferred, or copied in any form or manner or on any media, without the express written permission of XANTÉ Corporation.
Copyright
This manual is Copyrighted © 1995 by XANTÉ Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Printed in the USA. This manual may not be copied in whole or in part, nor transferred to any other media or language without the express written permission of XANTÉ Corporation.
Safety Information
The printer generates a small amount of ozone gas during image transfer in the printing process. When shipped from the factory, the printer meets the Underwriter’s Laboratory (UL) standard for ozone emission.
Warning! An invisible laser beam which radiates inside the laser printer’s scanner unit can cause permanent eye damage. DO NOT disassemble or try to adjust the laser scanner unit.
FCC Classification
Warning! Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Shielded cables must be used with this unit to ensure compliance with the FCC Class A limits.
Power Information
Engine: 100 -120 volts; 8.9 amps; 979 watts
Power Cord
The power cord is the main disconnect device. It should be plugged into an easily accessible outlet.
For 115 Volt Configuration:
The power cord to be used with 115 Volt configuration is minimum type SJT (SVT) 18/3, rated 250 Volts ac, 10 Amps with a maximum length of 15 feet. One terminated in an IEC 320 attachment plug. The other end is terminated in a NEMA 5-15P plug.
For 230 Volt Configuration
The power cord to be used with 230 Volt configuration is minimum type SJT (SVT) 18/3, rated 250 Volts ac, 10 Amps with a maximum length of 15 feet. One terminated in an IEC 320 attachment plug. The other end is terminated as required by the country where it will be installed.
Le cable de transport d'energie que doit etre utilis'e la configuration 230 Volts est le type minimum SJT (SVT), 18/3, nominal 250 Volts ac, 10 Amps, 4.5 m long maximum. Un bout est raccorde comme exige par le pays ou il sera utilis'e.
Das Netzkabel ist das haupfsachliche Diskonnektionsmittel, es sollte in eine leicht erreichbare steckdos gesteckt werden.
Das Netzkabel kann mit einer 230 Volts Konfiguration verwonder werden vom typ: Minimum VDE or HAR, 3 X 1.00 mm2, 250 V ac, 10 Amps, maximal 4.5 m long. Ein Ende ontspriche dem Stecker IEC 320. Das andoro Ende entspricht den Anfoderungen des entsprechenden Landes.
Power Conservation
As an Energy Star Partner, XANTÉ Corporation has determined this product meets the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency. This printer enters a low-power state after 30 minutes of inactivity. This complies with the U.S. EPA Energy Star Program, but is not an EPA endorsement of the product
Manufacturer’s Declaration of Conformity
The Product Accel-a-Writer 8300 has been designed and manufactured in accordance with the following international standards:
EN 50081-1 "Generic Emissions Standard for Residential, Commercial and Light Industrial Products of " 01, Feb. 1991
EN 50082-1 "Generic Immunity Standard for Residential, Commercial and Light Industrial Products of " 01, Feb. 1991
EN 55022 "Limits and Methods of Measurement of Radio Interference Information Technology Equipment of " 14, April 1987
IEC 1000-4-2 "Testing Measurement Techniques,
IEC 1000-4-3 "Testing and Measurement Techniques, Radio Frequency, Electromagnetic Field Immunity Test of " 1995 First Edition
IEC 1000-4-4 "Testing and Measurement Techniques, Electrical Fast Transient/Burst Immunity Test of " 1995 First edition
MIL-STD-45662A "Calibration System Requirements"
EN 60950 "Safety of Information Technology Equipment including Electrical Business Equipment" I, the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the above Directives and Standards
Place Mobile, Alabama
Date December 7, 1995 Robert C. Ross
President
Colophon
This manual was written using Adobe PageMaker and illustrations were drawn using FreeHand. The typefaces for the main body of the manual are Times, Helvetica, and Courier. This manual was printed in camera-ready form on a XANTÉ printer.
Credits
Credits: Edited by Lesa Moore; Written by Lane Crume; Designed by Gene Everette; Illustrated by Gene Everette; Special thanks to XANTÉ
Engineering, XANTÉ Technical Support, and all of our reviewers.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 - Introduction ... 1-1The XANTÉ Accel-a-Writer 8200 ... 1-3 About this Manual ... 1-3 Manual Conventions ... 1-5 Other Helpful Documentation ... 1-6 About Your Printer ... 1-6 Printer Features ... 1-8 PostScript Typefaces ... 1-9 PCL Typefaces ... 1-10 About XANTÉ Utilities ... 1-10 Warranty and Product Registration ... 1-11
Chapter 2 - Installation ... 2-1
Introduction ... 2-3 Printer Location ... 2-3 Package Contents ... 2-4 Printer Setup ... 2-5 Unpacking the Printer ... 2-6 Installing Options ... 2-9 Installing the Toner Cartridge ... 2-10 Loading the Paper Cassette ... 2-12 Loading the Fold Down Tray ... 2-15 Connecting the Power Cord ... 2-19 Starting the Printer ... 2-19 Printing the Start-up Page ... 2-20 Selecting an Interface ... 2-20 Connecting in a Macintosh Environment ... 2-21 Connecting to the LocalTalk Port ... 2-21 Connecting in a PC Environment ... 2-23 Connecting to the Parallel Port ... 2-23 Connecting to the Serial Port ... 2-24 Changing Serial Communication Settings ... 2-27 Connecting to the Ethernet Port ... 2-27 Unshielded Twisted Pair (10BaseT) Connection ... 2-28
Thin Coaxial Cable (10Base2) Connection ... 2-29 Setting the EtherTalk Zone Name ... 2-31 Connecting a Hard Disk ... 2-33 Initializing a Hard Disk ... 2-34
Chapter 3 - Macintosh Setup ... 3-1
Introduction ... 3-3 Before You Begin ... 3-3 Installing XANTÉ Utilities (Macintosh) ... 3-6 Readme.1st File ... 3-6 Utilities Folder ... 3-6 Downloader 5.0.5 ... 3-6 XANTÉ Command Center ... 3-7 Downloads Folder ... 3-7 Initialize Disk.ps ... 3-7 Paramdump.ps ... 3-7 Sysparm.ps ... 3-7 Drivers Folder ... 3-7 Drivers Folder ... 3-8 Aldus APD Folder ... 3-8 Aldus PPD Folder ... 3-8 QuarkXPress PDF Folder ... 3-8 Printer Description Folder ... 3-8 Installing XANTÉ Command Center ... 3-9 Loading Printer Fonts ... 3-10 Downloading to Printer Memory or a Hard Disk ... 3-10 Listing Downloaded Fonts ... 3-12 Setting the Margins ... 3-13 Turning the Start-up Page Off or On ... 3-13
Chapter 4 - PC Setup ... 4-1
Introduction ... 4-3 Before You Begin ... 4-3 Installing the XANTÉ Utilities (PC)... 4-3 Directories on the Utilities Disk ... 4-4 Main Directory ... 4-4 PS_FILES Directory ... 4-5 Installing XANTÉ Command Center ... 4-7 Command Center Setup (Windows 3.1 or 3.11) ... 4-7
Command Center Setup (Windows 95) ... 4-7 Windows Setup ... 4-8 Printing the Windows Driver Guide ... 4-8 Installing the Windows Driver for 3.1 or 3.11 ... 4-9 Installing the Windows 95 Driver ... 4-10 Setting up the Driver (Windows 3.1 or 3.11) ... 4-13 Installing the PPD for Your Printer ... 4-14 Deleting Previous Driver Versions ... 4-15 Loading Printer Fonts ... 4-17 Setting the Margins ... 4-18 Turning the Start-up Page Off or On ... 4-18 STARTPG.OFF and STARTPG.ON ... 4-18
Chapter 5 - Configuration ... 5-1
Introduction ... 5-3 Printer Control ... 5-3 The Front Panel ... 5-3 The Display Window ... 5-4 Front Panel Lights (LEDs) ... 5-4 Front Panel Keys ... 5-6 The Configuration Menu Structure ... 5-8 Selecting Menu Options ... 5-8 The Main Menus ... 5-10 The Miscellaneous Menu ... 5-11 The DPI Menu ... 5-12 The Gamma Menu ... 5-13 The Initial Job Menu ... 5-13 The Jam Recovery Menu ... 5-13 The Language Menu ... 5-13 The Manual Feed Menu ... 5-14 The Power Save Menu ... 5-14 The Screen Menu ... 5-14 The Startup Page Menu ... 5-15 The Timeout Menu ... 5-15 The Interface Menu ... 5-15 The RS232 Menu ... 5-17 The Enable Menu ... 5-18 The Mode Menu ... 5-18 The Baud Rate Menu ... 5-18
The Parity Menu ... 5-18 The Flow Control Menu ... 5-18 The Data Bits Menu ... 5-19 The Stop Bits Menu ... 5-19 The Parallel Menu ... 5-19 The Enable Menu ... 5-20 The Mode Menu ... 5-20 The Buffer menu ... 5-20 The LocalTalk, EtherTalk, and LinePrinter Menus ... 5-20 The Enable Menu ... 5-21 The Mode Menu ... 5-21 The Novell Print Server Menu ... 5-22 The Enable Menu ... 5-22 The Mode Menu ... 5-22 The Novell Protocol Menu ... 5-23 The PCL5 Menu ... 5-23 The Copies Menu ... 5-24 The Lines/Inch Menu ... 5-24 The Orient Menu ... 5-24 The Line Wrap Menu ... 5-24 The Font Menu ... 5-25 The Source Menu ... 5-26 The Number Menu ... 5-26 The Sym Set Menu ... 5-26 The Font Page Menu ... 5-26 PostScript and Emulations ... 5-27 Selecting PostScript or Emulation Modes ... 5-27
Chapter 6 - Routine Operations ... 6-1
Introduction ... 6-3 Media Handling ... 6-3 Selecting Media ... 6-3 Storing Media ... 6-7 Feeding Media to the Printer ... 6-7 Using a Paper Cassette ... 6-9 Using the Optional Paper Feeder ... 6-11 Using the Fold Down Tray ... 6-12 Tray Chaining ... 6-15 Selecting Tray Chaining ... 6-15
Printing Transparencies ... 6-15 Printing Envelopes ... 6-16 Printing Labels ... 6-17 Printing on Variable Sized Media ... 6-18 Printing Double-Sided Copy ... 6-21 Adjusting Print Density ... 6-22 Redistributing Toner ... 6-22 Adjusting the Density Dia ... 6-23 Handling and
Replacing the Toner Cartridge ... 6-25 Removing the Old Cartridge ... 6-26 Installing the New Cartridge ... 6-29 Using Macintosh Applications ... 6-31 Selecting Resolutions ... 6-31 Using Windows ... 6-33 Changing PC Communication Settings ... 6-34 Using a SCSI Disk ... 6-35 Removing Downloaded Fonts ... 6-35
Chapter 7 - Advanced Imaging ... 7-1
Introduction ... 7-3 Levels of Gray ... 7-3 Line Screens ... 7-4 Scanner Resolutions ... 7-4 Line Art Scanning ... 7-5 Halftone Scanning ... 7-5 TIFF, PICT, EPS Formats ... 7-6 Gamma Corrections ... 7-6 Enhanced Screening ... 7-9 Accurate Calibration Technology ... 7-10 Page Design ... 7-16 Typefaces and Fonts ... 7-16 Serif, Sans Serif, and Miscellaneous Typefaces ... 7-17 Typeface Forms ... 7-18 Other Elements of Design ... 7-19 Orientation ... 7-19 Pitch ... 7-20 Point Size and x-Height ... 7-21 Spacing ... 7-22
Page Design Tips ... 7-22
Chapter 8 - Maintenance ... 8-1
Introduction ... 8-3 Handling the Printer ... 8-3 Moving the Printer ... 8-4 Cleaning the Printer ... 8-5 Consumable Parts ... 8-6
Chapter 9 - Options ... 9-1
Introduction ... 9-3 Paper Handling Options ... 9-3 Optional Paper Feeder ... 9-3 Installing the Paper Feeder... 9-4 Optional Cassette Supporter ... 9-6 Installing the Cassette Supporter ... 9-7 Extra Wide Print Option ... 9-8 Resolution Upgrades ... 9-9 Installing Resolution Upgrades ... 9-10 RAM Upgrades ... 9-10 Installing RAM Upgrades ... 9-10 Ethernet Upgrade ... 9-18 Installing the Ethernet Upgrade ... 9-18
Chapter 10 - Troubleshooting ... 10-1 Introduction ... 10-3 Jams ... 10-3 Preventing Jams ... 10-3 Clearing Jams ... 10-5 Status Messages ... 10-9 Printer Status Messages ... 10-9 Printer Service Messages ... 10-11 Preliminary Troubleshooting ... 10-11 The General Checkup ... 10-12 Macintosh Environment Checkup ... 10-12 PC Environment Checkup ... 10-13 Miscellaneous Troubleshooting ... 10-13 Print Quality Troubleshooting ... 10-17 Calling for Technical Support ... 10-21
Troubleshooting Information ... 10-22 XANTÉ Phone Support ... 10-22 XANTÉ Fax Support ... 10-23 XANTÉ Bulletin Board Support ... 10-23
Appendix A—Supported HP PCL 5
and HP-GL 7475A Commands ... A-1 Appendix B—Application Notes ... B-1 Appendix C—Warranty Information ... C-1 Glossary ... G-1 Index ...I-1
Chapter 1 - Introduction
Chapter Overview
About this Manual Manual Conventions Other Helpful Documentation About Your Printer
Printer Features PostScript Typefaces PCL Typefaces About XANTÉ Utilities
The XANTÉ Accel-a-Writer 8200
MANUAL READY
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Fig. 1.1 XANTÉ Accel-a-Writer 8200
Your new Accel-a-Writer 8200 provides high-quality laser prints, excellent for everyday office needs as well as for the demanding field of desktop publishing. This chapter provides an overview of this manual and highlights major features of your Accel-a-Writer 8200.
About this Manual
This User’s Guide provides complete documentation on the installation, setup, and operation of the Accel-a-Writer 8200. The chapters are outlined in the following manner:
Chapter 1—Introduction offers an overview of this manual and the
Accel-a-Writer 8200 features. It also provides information about the XANTÉ Utilities plus warranty and registration details.
Chapter 2—Installation provides instructions on setting up your
printer and connecting it to the right interfaces for Macintosh and PC environments.
Chapter 3—Macintosh Setup addresses installing the XANTÉ
Utilities and setting up to work in a Macintosh environment. This includes loading printer fonts, setting margins, and controlling the start-up page printing.
Chapter 4—PC Setup covers installing the XANTÉ Utilities and
setting up to work in a PC environment. It also includes loading the Windows driver (with the Accel-a-Writer PPD) and printer fonts, setting margins, and controlling the start-up page printing.
Chapter 5—Configuration explains the ways you can control the
printer. It illustrates the front panel and how you use it to configure your printer. It also describes automatic emulation switching as well as how to set the emulation.
Chapter 6—Routine Operations discusses working with the printer
on a regular basis. This includes handling media, printing on various media, and replacing toner. It also covers using Windows, using a SCSI disk, and removing downloaded fonts from your printer.
Chapter 7—Advanced Imaging details how to achieve the best
output from the printer. Many aspects of advanced imaging are explained.
Chapter 8—Maintenance describes handling, moving, and cleaning
the printer. It also lists user replacable parts.
Chapter 9—Options covers available options for your
Accel-a-Writer 8200 printer including the paper feeder and cassette supporter. It also covers the RAM, resolution, and Ethernet upgrades.
Chapter 10—Troubleshooting covers preliminary troubleshooting
steps, printer jams, and print quality issues. The chapter also lists available support, how to access that support, and the information you should have at hand when you call for assistance.
Appendix A—HP PCL and HP-GL Supported Commands lists
supported HP PCL 5 and HP–GL 7475A commands.
Appendix B—Application Notes provides specific instructions and
tips for using the printer in mainstream application environments.
Appendix C—Warranty Information covers both the warranty
and the effects consumables can have on your warranty.
The Accel-a-Writer 8200 Menu quick reference sheet provides an
illustrated overview of the printer’s front panel menu structure.
Manual Conventions
The following conventions are used in this manual:
Courier indicates information you must type or
which displays on screen.
↵ indicates that you need to press the Return key on a Macintosh or the Enter key on a PC.
Note: indicates additional or emphasized
information.
Caution: indicates instructions which if not
followed can or will cause damage to files or equipment.
Warning! indicates instructions which must be
followed exactly or personal injury can occur.
Other Helpful Documentation
This manual covers the basics of setting up and working with your printer. However, you may find the following publications helpful when working with PostScript printing.
PostScript Language Reference Manual, Second Edition. This manual, published by Addison Wesley, is designed for advanced users, such as programmers, who work with PostScript operators. PostScript Language Tutorial and Cookbook. This manual, published by Addison Wesley, is designed for those who want to learn about working directly in the PostScript language.
Most bookstores and many computer businesses either keep these books in stock or can order them for you.
About Your Printer
The Accel-a-Writer 8200’s high-end features allow you to produce near typeset quality work, suitable for camera-ready production. The standard, smooth 600 x 600 dpi resolution can be further enhanced by an upgrade to 800 x 800 dpi or 1200 x 1200 dpi.
Your printer features Adobe PostScript, not an emulation. This format gives you a wide range of flexible features such as scaling, filling, and rotating.
The AMD 29030 RISC processor, 12 MB RAM, and XANTÉ’s technology help ensure fast, reliable, professional performance. Memory upgrades provide the extra space required for higher resolution printing when you have added a resolution upgrade to your printer and for oversized printing.
For example, 20 to 28 MB provides 800 x 800 dpi capability and 40 MB or more offers 1200 x 1200 dpi printing. And, 16 MB or more allows for oversized printing. (High resolution kits and memory upgrades are available from XANTÉ. For details contact XANTÉ Customer Support at 800-926-8393 in the US and Canada, at 95-800-926-8393 in Mexico, or at 334-342-4846 in other countries.)
Note: Occasionally, a complex, large file or one with heavy graphics may require more than the standard memory to print. Memory requirements also vary depending on the chosen resolution.
Your Accel-a-Writer 8200 offers out-of-the-box advanced paper handling capability. For example, you can print on paper,
transparencies, labels, and envelopes. The printer also features a total input capacity of 350 sheets—250 sheets in the standard paper cassette and another 100 sheets in the fold down tray. Both of these input sources support up to ledger (11" x 17")/A3 size paper. The fold down tray handles variable custom and oversized media from 3.90" x 5.80" up to 11.81" x 25.00". Plus, an extra wide print option is available to expand paper handling up to 12.00" x 25.00". See “Selecting Media” in chapter 6 for details on page sizes and imageable areas.
Note: Media size is the actual size of the media. The imageable area is slightly smaller. For example, 11.81" x 25.00" paper has an imageable area of 11.73" x 24.93".
If you require an even higher input capacity, you can add a second 250 sheet input cassette with an optional paper feeder or an
additional 500 sheet letter size cassette with an optional paper feeder and a cassette supporter.
Macintosh and PC/compatibles can be used concurrently on the Accel-a-Writer 8200 with simultaneously active serial, parallel, LocalTalk, and (optional) EtherTalk interfaces. You do not have to send software commands or manually set hardware switches when a different interface is used. In addition to PostScript, HP PCL 5 and HP–GL emulations are supported for line printer and other
Printer Features
Your versatile Accel-a-Writer 8200 printer offers many outstanding features including the following:
• Standard 600 x 600 dpi resolution
• Resolution upgrades — 800 x 800 dpi and 1200 x 1200 dpi • 16 page per minute engine speed
• AMD 29030 RISC processor • Adobe PostScript Level 2 • HP PCL 5 emulation • HP–GL 7475A emulation
• Up to ledger (11"x17")/A3 size regular paper handling • Variable custom sized printing from 3.90" x 5.80" up to
11.81" x 25.00" allowing full bleed printing for 11" x 17" documents
• Extra wide printing (optional) for 12.00" x 19.00" and 12.00" x 25.00" media with respective print regions of 11.97" x 18.93" and 11.97" x 24.93"
• 35 PostScript fonts
• 8 scalable and 7 bitmap HP PCL compatible fonts • Font Type 0, 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 42 support
• Simultaneously active serial, parallel, LocalTalk, and (optional) EtherTalk interfaces
• Ethernet (optional) to support EtherTalk, Novell NetWare print server, and TCP/IP protocols
• SCSI disk interface
• XANTÉ Halftone Calibration Technology • XANTÉ Enhanced Screening Technology
• XANTÉ Accurate Calibration Technology (X•ACT) • 12 MB RAM, upgradable to 64 MB RAM
• 2 standard input trays and an optional third tray • Paper feeder (optional)
• Cassette supporter (optional)
• XANTÉ Utilities (PC and Macintosh) • Canon microfine toner
PostScript Typefaces
Your Accel-a-Writer 8200 comes with 35 typefaces. These are
ITC AvanteGarde-Book NewCenturySchlbk-Bold
ITC AvanteGarde-BookOblique NewCenturySchlbk-BoldItalic
ITC AvanteGarde-Demi NewCenturySchlbk-Italic
ITC AvanteGarde-DemiOblique NewCenturySchlbk-Roman ITC Bookman-Demi Palatino-Bold
ITC Bookman-DemiItalic Palatino-BoldItalic
ITC Bookman-Light Palatino-Italic
ITC Bookman-LightItalic Palatino-Roman
Courier Times-Bold
Courier-Bold Times-BoldItalic
Courier-BoldOblique Times-Italic
Courier-Oblique Times-Roman
Helvetica Symbol (Σψµβολ)
Helvetica-Bold ITC ZapfChancery-MediumItalic
Helvetica-BoldOblique ITC ZapfDingbats (✤❉■❇❂❁▼▲)
Helvetica-Oblique Helvetica-Narrow
Helvetica-Narrow-Bold Helvetica-Narrow-BoldOblique
PCL Typefaces
Your Accel-a-Writer 8200 comes with 7 PCL bitmapped typefaces available in Roman–8, ECMA–94, PC–850, and Legal symbol sets. These typefaces are
Courier 10 pitch, 12 point Courier 12 pitch, 10 point Courier bold 10 pitch, 12 point Courier bold 12 pitch, 10 point Courier italic 10 pitch, 12 point Courier italic 12 pitch, 10 point Lineprinter 16.66 pitch, 8.5 point
Your printer also comes with 8 scalable typefaces available in the Roman–8 symbol set. These typefaces are
CG Times Univers
CG Times bold Univers bold CG Times italic Univers italic CG Times bold italic Univers bold italic
About XANTÉ Utilities
XANTÉ Utilities include easy-to-use, menu driven programs and files to make working with your new printer more convenient. For example, they contain practical programs such as printer description files required for PageMaker, FreeHand, QuarkXPress, and the LaserWriter 8 printer driver. The utilities also have a namer feature in Command Center to prevent confusion on networks where several printers are the same model; you can leave one printer with the model name (Accel-a-Writer 8200) and rename the other “Sales 8200.”
The utilities come on 2 disks—one for Macintosh environments and another for PC formats. For detailed information see “Installing XANTÉ Utilities (Macintosh)” in chapter 3 or “Installing XANTÉ Utilities (PC)” in chapter 4.
Warranty and Product Registration
Appendix C contains the warranty on your Accel-a-Writer 8200 printer. Please be sure to return the warranty sheet included with your printer package. Returning this sheet not only registers your printer, but it also entitles you to a free subscription to XANTÉ’s Accel-a-Writing newsletter. Our publication features articles on printing, new options as they become available, and tips for using your printer to the best advantage.Chapter 2 - Installation
Chapter Overview
Printer Location Package Contents Printer Setup
Unpacking the Printer Installing Options
Installing the Toner Cartridge Loading the Paper Cassette Loading the Fold Down Tray Connecting the Power Cord Starting the Printer
Printing the Start-up Page Selecting an Interface
Connecting in a Macintosh Environment Connecting in a PC Environment Connecting to Ethernet
Introduction
This chapter covers setting up your new Accel-a-Writer 8200 printer. It includes finding the right location, unpacking the printer, installing toner and paper, connecting the power cord, printing a start-up page, and connecting to an interface.
Printer Location
Before unpacking your Accel-a-Writer 8200, you need to choose a good location. This area should meet the following guidelines:
• Be on a level, sturdy surface capable of supporting 60 lbs (27.24 kg)
• Have an area of approximately 25" x 49" (644 mm x 1250 mm) so there is sufficient clearance for operation and maintenance
• Maintain a temperature of 50˚ to 90.5˚ Fahrenheit (10˚ to 32.5˚ Celsius) without rapid changes
• Maintain a relative humidity between 20% and 80% • Be away from direct sunlight, open flames, refrigerators,
water faucets, humidifiers, heaters, or similar equipment • Be away from strong vibrations or electromagnetic fields • Maintain proper host-printer distance for communication:
within 10 feet (3 m) for parallel; within 25 feet (7.5 m) for serial; within 1000 feet (305 m) for LocalTalk
• Be close to a grounded electrical outlet with the proper voltage
Note: Do not use ammonia-based cleaners on or around the
printer; they react chemically with the toner. Also, like most laser printers and photocopiers, this one produces a small amount of ozone, so choose a well ventilated area.
Package Contents
Your printer package, which you have opened already, contains the following items:
• Accel-a-Writer 8200 printer
• 250 sheet letter or A4 paper cassette
• 250 sheet ledger (11" x 17") or A3 paper cassette • Cassette cover
• Power cord
• Accel-a-Writer 8200 User’s Guide (this manual)
• XANTÉ Utilities, PSPrinter driver, and other software disks • Toner cartridge for the Accel-a-Writer 8200 (EP-BII)*
* If you purchased the printer with the extra wide print option, the printer ships with the EP-BIIX extra wide toner cartridge.
Optional items from the following list ship separately. • Additional 250 sheet paper cassettes • Paper feeder
• Cassette supporter
• 500 sheet letter/A4 paper cassette
Note: If you order optional RAM, Ethernet, or resolution upgrades when you order your printer, they will be installed before the printer ships.
If you do not receive your full shipment or if anything is damaged, immediately contact XANTÉ Customer Support at 800-926-8393 in the US and Canada, at 95-800-926-8393 Mexico or at
Printer Setup
Printer setup includes• Unpacking the printer • Installing optional equipment • Installing the toner cartridge • Loading the paper cassette • Loading the fold down tray • Connecting the power cord • Starting the printer
Before you begin this setup, take a few minutes to look over figures 2.1 and 2.2 to familiarize yourself with the printer.
MANUALREADY ON LINEFORMFEEDRESET
TESTENTER MENUTRAYSELECT ® Paper Stop Front Panel Front Cover Fuser Cover Release Latch Ledger Extender Tray Extender Fold Down Tray Paper Guides Paper Cassette Slot
Output Tray
Output Tray Interface Ports Power Switch Power Receptacle Feeder Tray Connector Cover Cassette Cover
Fig. 2.2 Rear View of the Printer
Unpacking the Printer
Various packing materials protect your printer during shipping. These materials include plastic, tape, polystyrene, cardboard, and shipping spacers—all of which must be removed. You may want to save these materials in case you ever have to move or ship the printer.
1. Remove everything except the printer in its protective bag from the shipping box.
Warning! The printer weighs approximately 51 lbs (23 kg) without the toner, cassettes, and media installed. Have someone help you lift it.
2. Lift the printer out of the box.
4. Remove the three pieces of tape securing the fold down tray. The tape is located at the top and on each side of the tray. 5. Open the fold down tray by grasping the top corners and
pulling out and down (fig. 2.3).
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Fig. 2.3 Open the Fold Down Tray
6. Locate the shipping cardboard in the lower right corner of the front cover. Then, pull it straight out to remove it (fig. 2.4).
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7. Open the front cover by lifting the release latch and tilting the cover towards you (fig. 2.5).
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8. Remove the two orange shipping spacers by pulling them up and back in the direction of the arrows (fig. 2.6).
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Fig. 2.6 Remove the Two Shipping Spacers
If you did not purchase the optional paper feeder or the 500 sheet letter/A4 paper cassette with the cassette supporter, skip to “Installing the Toner Cartridge.”
Installing Options
If you have an optional paper feeder or the 500 sheet letter/A4 paper cassette with the cassette supporter, unpack the option(s) now. Follow the installation instructions included with the option(s). See “Tray Chaining” in chapter 6 for details on using optional trays.
Installing the Toner Cartridge
Caution: The toner cartridge is sensitive to bright lights and direct sunlight. Leave it in its protective bag until you are ready to load it into the printer. The cartridge contains a magnet, so keep it away from your hard disk(s) and monitor to prevent possible data loss or equipment damage.
The standard Accel-a-Writer 8200 ships with an EP-BII toner cartridge. If you purchased the extra wide print option with your printer, it ships with the EP-BIIX extra wide cartridge. Both cartridges load in the same manner.
Use the following procedure to install the toner cartridge. 1. If the fold down tray is closed, open it by grasping the top
corners and pulling out and down (fig. 2.3).
2. If the front cover is closed, open it by lifting the release latch and tilting the cover towards you (fig. 2.5).
3. Remove the toner cartridge from its package and gently rock it back and forth to distribute the toner evenly throughout the cartridge (fig. 2.7).
4. Grasp the center tab labeled “Remove the black sheet slowly” and gently pull out and discard the protective black plastic sheet from the toner cartridge (fig. 2.8).
Fig. 2.8 Remove the Plastic Protective Sheet and Tape
5. Gently flex the orange tab on the end of the sealing tape back and forth until it becomes loose. Then, pull the tab and tape from the toner cartridge and discard it (fig. 2.9).
Tape Seal
6. Holding the toner cartridge by the two green tabs (fig. 2.10), align it on the runners inside the printer, and slide the cartridge into the printer until it rests securely in place.
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Fig. 2.10 Load the Toner Cartridge
7. Close the printer’s front cover until it clicks in place. 8. Close the fold down tray.
Note: Never move or ship the printer with a toner cartridge installed.
Loading the Paper Cassette
Two 250 sheet paper cassettes (one letter/A4 and one ledger (11" x 17")/A3) ship with your Accel-a-Writer 8200. This section includes instructions for loading the letter/A4 size cassette with laser quality or 20 lb photocopier paper.
Refilling a cassette, printing on other types of media (transparencies, labels, and envelopes), and printing on other sizes are covered in chapter 6, “Routine Operations.” That chapter also covers selecting and storing media.
Use the following procedure to load the letter/A4 cassette.
1. Pull the paper cassette straight out from the printer (fig. 2.11).
Fig. 2.11 Remove the Paper Cassette
2. Prepare up to 250 sheets (approximately 1" [25 mm] thick or less) of laser quality or 20 lb photocopier paper. To do this: a. Make sure the paper meets all the requirements in
“Selecting Media” in chapter 6.
b. Determine the printing side of the paper. The wrapper on most paper packages has an arrow pointing in the
direction of the printing side.
c. Fan the paper to prevent it from sticking together, and then align the edges to form a smooth stack.
3. Slide the paper printing ‹de up, long edge first under the two plastic clips at the rear of the cassette and the two metal clips at the front corners of the cassette.
Caution: Make sure the paper stack does not exceed the upper paper limit marked on the cassette (fig. 2.12). Overloading a cassette will cause paper to jam.
LETTER Paper Limit Mark
4. Adjust the paper stop on the output tray for the size media you are using (fig. 2.13).
11x17 A 3 B 4 L G L A 4 L T R
Fig. 2.13 Adjust the Paper Stop
5. Slide the cassette into the printer until it snaps into place.
Note: If you install the ledger (11" x 17")/A3 paper cassette, you should install the rear cassette cover. For cover installation details, see “Feeding Media to the Printer” in chapter 6.
Loading the Fold Down Tray
Your Accel-a-Writer 8200 has a built-in fold down tray on the front. You can use the tray to feed up to 100 sheets of standard letter/A4, legal/special A4, or ledger (11" x 17")/A3 sized media. You also can use the tray to feed envelopes and variable custom sized media measuring between 3.90" to 5.80" (99 mm x 147 mm) and 11.81" to 25.00" (300 mm x 635 mm).
Note: With the extra wide print option, you can print 12.00" x 19.00" and 12.00" x 25.00" paper with respective print regions of 11.97" x 18.93" and 11.97" x 24.93" using the fold down tray.
This section includes instructions for loading letter/A4 size laser quality or 20 lb photocopier paper. Refilling the tray, printing on other types of media (transparencies, labels, and envelopes), and printing on other sizes are covered in chapter 6.
Use the following procedure to load the fold down tray. 1. Open the fold down tray by grasping the top corners and
pulling out and down (fig. 2.14).
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2. Pull out the tray extender (fig. 2.15). FORM FEED ON LINE RESET TEST ENTER MANUAL READY TRAY SELECT Innovations In Output MENU READY/IDLE ACTIVE ®
Fig. 2.15 Pull Out the Tray Extender
3. Prepare up to 100 sheets (approximately 3/8" [10 mm] or less) of laser quality or 20 lb photocopier paper. To do this:
a. Make sure the paper meets all the requirements listed in “Media Handling” in chapter 6.
b. Determine the printing side of the paper. Most packages of paper have an arrow pointing in the direction of the printing side on the wrapper.
c. Fan the paper to prevent it from sticking together, and then align the edges to form a smooth stack.
4. Slide the paper printing side down into the fold down tray (fig. 2.16).
Caution: Make sure the paper stack does not exceed the upper paper limit marked on the tray (fig. 2.16). Overloading the tray will cause paper to jam.
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Paper Limit Mark
Paper Guides
Fig. 2.16 Load the Fold Down Tray
5. Adjust the paper guides on each side so they rest lightly against the paper without causing it to buckle (fig. 2.16). 6. Adjust the output tray’s paper stop for the size media you are
Connecting the Power Cord
The power connector is on the back of the printer at the lower left. 1. Make sure the printer’s power switch is off (the O is pressed in).
2. Connect one end of the power cord to the printer. 3. Connect the other end of the power cord to a standard
electrical outlet (grounded AC outlet).
Note: You may want to use a surge protected outlet to help prevent power source fluctuations from damaging your printer. Surge protectors are available through most office supply and computer stores.
Starting the Printer
The power switch is on the lower left side of the printer. 1. Locate the power switch.
2. Press the | on the power switch to turn on the printer. The
green Ready light will begin flashing and Accel-a-Writer appears in the display window.
After the printer is powered on, it goes through a warm-up period of approximately 90 seconds. During this time the printer runs
initializing programs and self-tests. After the warm-up period, the Ready light stops flashing and remains on. The start-up page automatically prints. See the next section, “Printing the Start-up Page,” for details on this page.
If your printer does not power on when you turn the switch on, check the following:
• Is the AC power cord attached properly? • Is the power switch in the ON position?
Printing the Start-up Page
When you turn the printer on for the first time, it prints a start-up page in approximately 90 seconds. The printer does not have to be attached to a host to print this page.
Note: Printing time for the start-up page varies depending on the selected printing resolution. The lower the resolution, the faster the start-up page prints.
The start-up page contains configuration information concerning your printer. This information includes the printer name, RAM size, page count, resolution, hard disk information, and the current firmware version.
This page prints each time you start the printer unless you disable it. Use the front panel or XANTÉ Command Center to disable this feature. If you decide to disable this page, make sure to keep a copy for reference in case you want to check your printer setup. To disable this feature, see “Turning the Start-up Page Off or On” either in chapter 3 for a Macintosh environment or chapter 4 for a PC environment.
Selecting an Interface
Once the printer is set up, you need to select an interface to connect the printer to the host. Your Accel-a-Writer 8200 has three standard interface ports on the back—LocalTalk, serial, and parallel. There is a SCSI port where you can attach multiple external hard disks, and an optional Ethernet port.
SCSI Parallel Ethernet Serial LocalTalk
The serial, parallel, LocalTalk, and (optional) EtherTalk ports are simultaneously active, which allows you to access the printer through multiple ports at the same time. The printer prints the first incoming job. When the first job finishes, the next job (in the order received) prints, and so forth until all jobs print.
The port you should select depends on many variables, such as your type of host, the available host ports, your software application, printer drivers, and emulations.
Caution: DO NOT confuse the serial and SCSI interface ports
when connecting cables. This will cause permanent printer damage which is not covered under the warranty. The printer ports are labeled clearly.
If you have an Ethernet setup, skip to “Connecting to the Ethernet Port” later in this chapter. If you have a PC setup, skip to
“Connecting in a PC Environment” later in this chapter. If you have a Macintosh setup without Ethernet, go to the next section,
“Connecting in a Macintosh Environment.”
Connecting in a Macintosh Environment
In the Macintosh environment without Ethernet, your host system communicates with the printer via the LocalTalk port.
Connecting to the LocalTalk Port
You will need two LocalTalk connector boxes with DIN-8 connectors, a standard phone cable (RJ-11), and two terminators.
Connector Box Connector
Box TerminatingResistor RJ-11 Cable DIN-8 Connector
To connect your printer via the LocalTalk port, use the following procedure.
1. Turn off your printer and your host computer.
2. Plug the DIN-8 connector on one LocalTalk connector box into the 8-pin LocalTalk port on the back of the printer. 3. Plug the DIN-8 connector on the second LocalTalk connector
box into the printer port on your Macintosh (refer to your Apple Macintosh manual).
4. Connect the two LocalTalk connector boxes with the RJ-11 phone cable.
5. Plug the terminating resistor(s) into the open socket(s) in the connector box(es).
Fig. 2.19 Place a Terminating Resistor in the Open Socket
Note: Be sure to terminate the open sockets on the ends of your LocalTalk network with the terminators supplied with your LocalTalk connectors (fig. 2.19). (There should only be two open sockets on the network, one at each end.) Closing open sockets helps speed data transmission and helps ensure the printer is available in the Chooser. 6. Turn on the printer and host computer.
7. Select the Chooser from the Apple menu on your Macintosh computer. The Chooser window opens.
8. Click the appropriate LaserWriter icon in the left side of the window.
9. Select the Accel-a-Writer 8200 in the right side of the Chooser window.
If you work on a network and need to connect a second host to another printer port, skip to the section on connecting to the desired port later in this chapter. If not and you are connecting an optional hard disk, skip to “Connecting a Hard Disk” later in this chapter. Otherwise, skip to the next chapter, “Macintosh Setup.”
Connecting in a PC Environment
In a PC environment, your host system should communicate with the printer via the parallel port or serial port.
Parallel communication is faster than serial communication, but it is restricted to one-way communication from the host to the printer. Serial communication allows two-way communication between the host and printer.
Use the parallel port if your host has a Centronics parallel port available and it is within 10 ft. (3 m) of the printer. Use serial communication when a parallel port is not available on the host, if the host is between 10 ft. (3 m) and 25 ft. (7.6 m) from the printer, or if your host requires two-way communication with the printer. If you are connecting via the serial port, skip to “Connecting to the Serial Port” later in this chapter.
Connecting to the Parallel Port
You need a standard Centronics parallel cable to connect your host and printer (fig. 2.20). The parallel port on the rear of the printer uses a 36-pin connector. The parallel port on your host computer uses a 25-pin connector.
36-pin Connector To Printer
25-pin Connector To Host Computer
Fig. 2.20 The Parallel Cable
Use the following procedure to connect your printer and host using the parallel port.
1. Turn off your printer and host computer.
2. Plug the 36-pin connector end of the parallel cable into the parallel port on the back of the printer (fig. 2.20).
3. Plug the cable’s 25-pin end into the parallel port on your host. 4. Turn on your host and then the printer.
If you work on a network and need to connect a second host to another printer port, skip to the section on connecting to the desired port later in this chapter. If not and you are connecting an optional hard disk, skip to “Connecting a Hard Disk” later in this chapter. Otherwise, skip to chapter 4, “PC Setup.”
Connecting to the Serial Port
Connecting to the serial port involves two areas: • Connecting the printer and host
• Making sure printer, host, and application settings match You need a standard null-modem serial cable to connect your host and printer (fig. 2.21). The serial port on the rear of the printer uses a 25-pin (DB-25) connector. The serial port on your host uses either a 25-pin connector or a 9-pin connector.
DB-9 (Female) DB-25(Male) PC 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 7 20 Printer 1 3 2 5 4 20 7 6 8 DB-25 (Female) DB-25 (Male) PC 5 2 3 1 7 8 6 4 Printer DB-25 7 2 3 4 5 8 20 6 Ground Receive Data (In) Transmit Data (Out) Clear to Send (In) Request for Send (Out) Data Terminal Ready (Out) Signal Ground Data Set Ready (In) Data Carrier Detect (In)
Signal Ground Transmit Data (Out) Receive Data (In) Request to Send (Out) Clear to Send (In) Data Carrier Detect (In) Data Terminal Ready (Out) Data Set Ready (In)
Figure 2.21 Serial Cable Pin-outs
Use the following procedure to connect your printer and host using the serial port.
Caution: DO NOT confuse the serial and SCSI interface ports
when connecting the cables. This will cause permanent printer damage which is not covered under the warranty. The printer ports are labeled clearly.
2. Plug the 25-pin (DB-25) male connector end of the serial cable into the serial port on the back of your printer (fig. 2.21). 3. Plug the other end of the serial cable (with either a 25-pin or
9-pin connector) into the serial port on your host.
Now, your printer and host are connected. However, before you print, make sure your host, printer, and application are using the same communication settings. The three settings which must match are
• Baud Rate • Flow Control • Parity
The factory default printer settings are 9600 baud, XON/XOFF flow control, and No Parity (None). These settings are used in most serial printing environments.
Note: Your Accel-a-Writer 8200 always uses 8 data bits.
Baud Rate
The baud rate is the rate at which serial data is sent between the host and the printer. Your Accel-a-Writer 8200 supports 1200, 9600, and 19200 baud rates. The printer’s factory default is 9600.
See your host manual for details on checking and setting up the host serial interface. You can check and set the baud rate for your Accel-a-Writer 8200 through the printer’s front panel or use the procedure in “Changing Serial Communication Settings” later in this chapter. See chapter 5, “Configuration,” for front panel setup
information.
Flow Control
Flow control is how the printer signals the host that the printer is ready to accept data. The Accel-a-Writer 8200 supports both
XON/XOFF (software) and DTR/DSR (hardware) flow control. The printer’s factory default is XON/XOFF.
It is very important for both the host computer and printer to agree on flow control. Incorrect flow control causes erratic serial printing.
You can check and set the flow control through the printer’s front panel or use the procedure in “Changing Serial Communication Settings” later in this chapter. See chapter 5, “Configuration,” for front panel setup information.
Parity
Parity is the grouping of data bits into a uniform size. If some data is lost or damaged in transmission, chances are high that it will affect the size of a group, providing a warning of transmission errors. Your Accel-a-Writer 8200 supports five parity settings, None, Even, Odd, Mark, and Space. The printer’s factory default is None. The
PostScript command “setdevparams” defines the parity of the serial channel for PostScript Level 2.
Changing Serial Communication Settings
The easiest way to change serial communications is to use the printer front panel. See “Selecting Menu Options” in chapter 5 for details. You can also change settings by creating a PostScript file and sending it to the printer. This is handy if you are networked to a printer away from your host. The following “text only” sample file changes the serial channel to 9600 baud, XON/XOFF, and None parity.
true 0 startjob pop
(%Serial%) <</Baud 9600 /Parity /None /FlowControl /XonXoff>>
setdevparams
Now your printer and host are connected. If you are not connecting an optional hard disk, go to chapter 4, “PC Setup.”
Connecting to the Ethernet Port
Two methods can be used to connect to your printer’s Ethernet port. One method uses an Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) or 10BaseT connection, and the other uses thin coaxial cable (10Base2) connection.
Both methods require an external transceiver which is available from most computer stores or mail-order warehouses. The transceiver should have an Apple AUI (Attachment Unit Interface) connector on one end and either an Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP or 10BaseT) cable or a thin coaxial connection (ThinNet, CheaperNet, or
10Base2) on the other end. Figure 2.22 illustrates an example of both a 10Base2 and a 10BaseT transceiver; however, designs vary slightly among transceiver brands.
Apple AUI Connector (To Printer) 10Base2 Transceiver Thin Coaxial Cable Connection Unshielded Twisted Pair RJ-45 10BaseT Transceiver
Fig. 2.22 Ethernet Transceivers and Cables
Note: When you connect to an EtherTalk network, you must select
EtherTalk Phase 2. Select the phase on your Macintosh through the Network CDEV (Control panel DEVice) under the Control Panel. The Phase 2 icon usually has two double arrows.
Unshielded Twisted Pair (10BaseT) Connection
This configuration uses ordinary wiring for data transmission. UTP requires a hub to which each device (for example the host computer or the printer) is connected. Hubs can be linked together to form a larger network.
A UTP cable looks like ordinary telephone wire. Each end has an RJ-45 plug which looks like a slightly-larger version of the standard telephone plug (fig. 2.22). The UTP cable should be a maximum of 328 ft. (100 m) in length. No cable terminators are necessary. To connect your printer via the Ethernet port using the UTP method, use the following procedure.
1. Turn off the printer.
2. Plug the transceiver’s Apple AUI connector (fig. 2.22) into the Ethernet port on the printer.
3. Plug one end of the UTP cable into the RJ-45 socket on the transceiver, and plug the other end into an RJ-45 socket on the network’s hub.
4. Turn on the printer.
Now that your Macintosh and printer are connected, you may need to set the zone name. For details, skip to “Setting the EtherTalk Zone Name” later in this chapter.
Thin Coaxial Cable (10Base2) Connection
This configuration uses coaxial cable. Thinnet networks connect in a daisy-chain configuration with each of the two ends terminated with either a 50-Ohm terminating resistor or a self-terminating transceiver box. The maximum cable length for a network segment is 607 ft. (185 m). However, devices such as repeaters, routers, and gateways may be inserted to increase the overall length of the network or to connect to other networks.
Thinnet cables usually have a female twist-on BNC connector on each end. A “T” connector is used to tie the external transceiver into the network (fig. 2.23).
T Connection
Coaxial Cable
Fig. 2.23 A “T” Connector
Some external transceiver boxes are self-terminating. This means that they do not require a termination resistor if they are the last box on a network. If the box is at one end of a network and not self-terminating, you must place a terminating resistor in the open socket. To connect your printer via the Ethernet port using the thin coaxial cable method, use the following procedure.
1. Turn off the printer.
2. Plug the transceiver’s Apple AUI connector (fig. 2.22) into the Ethernet port on the printer.
3. Connect the transceiver to one end of the coaxial cable. To do this use one of the following procedures:
a. If the transceiver box has a single male BNC connector, either plug it into an existing Ethernet drop or use a “T” connector (fig. 2.24). Follow the directions included with the transceiver.
Note: Make sure to place a terminator in the open connector if this is an end node on the network (fig. 2.24).
10Base2 Terminated T Connection
Coaxial Cable
Termination Resistor
10Base2 Inline T Connection
Coaxial Cable
Coaxial Cable
Fig. 2.24 Connecting to a single BNC Connector
b. If the transceiver box has dual male BNC connectors, first check the documentation to see if the unit is self-terminating. Then, follow the instructions included with the transceiver to attach one end of the coaxial cable to the box.
Note: You can plug the coaxial cable into either one of the male connectors; however, make sure that if this is an end-node on the network and the unit is not self-terminating, that you place a
terminator in the open socket on the box. 4. Plug the free end of the coaxial cable into the network. 5. Turn on the printer.
Now that your Macintosh and printer are connected, you may need to set the zone name. For details, see the next section.
Setting the EtherTalk Zone Name
If you need to set the EtherTalk zone name to a name other than the default name supplied by your router, you can do this by creating and downloading a PostScript file to the printer. You can use the Adobe Font Downloader in the XANTÉ Utilities to send this file to the printer.
When you create the file, zone names are limited to 32 characters and should not contain the equal sign (=), the approximately equal sign (≈), and the asterisk (*). For example, to name your zone “Marketing - First Floor” using the procedure later in this section, you would type the following in step 3.
(%EtherTalk_NV%) << /EtherTalkZone (Marketing-First Floor) >>setdevparams
Note: Check with the system administrator to find out what zone name to use.
To set the EtherTalk zone name, use the following procedure. 1. Open the TeachText program which came with your
Macintosh.
2. Select New from the File menu.
3. Type the following file substituting the name for the zone used on your network for nameofzone.
(%EtherTalk_NV%)<</EtherTalkZone(nameofzone) >>setdevparams
4. Select Save from the File menu, and save the file as Set Zone.ps on your host system.
5. Select Quit from the File menu to exit TeachText.
6. Insert the Macintosh XANTÉ Utilities disk included with your printer.
7. Open the Utilities folder.
8. Double-click the Downloader icon to open that utility. 9. Choose Download PostScript File from the File menu. 10. Locate the Set Zone.ps file which you created in step 3.
11. Select the Set Zone.ps file and click Download. The following status message appears when the downloading is complete.
The download was successful.
12. Click OK.
13. Select Quit from the File menu.
14. Turn the power to the printer off and on again.
If you need to connect a second host to another printer port, skip to the section on connecting to the desired port in this chapter. If not and you are connecting an optional hard disk, go to the next section “Connecting a Hard Disk.” Otherwise, skip to the next chapter, “Macintosh Setup.”
Connecting a Hard Disk
You can connect multiple hard disks to your printer via the SCSI port. Adding a hard disk increases the available space for font storage. You can download a font to RAM or to a hard disk.
However, a font stored in RAM has to be downloaded each time the printer’s power is turned off and on. If you store the font on a hard disk, it remains there until you remove it.
Usually a 20 MB external hard disk is sufficient since this size can hold approximately 500 to 600 extra fonts. However, if you use a large number of fonts, you may want a larger disk or multiple disks. To connect a hard disk to your printer, you will need a SCSI
peripheral cable (25-pin to 50-pin). If the disk is not internally terminated, you also will need an external SCSI terminator. See the hard disk documentation for termination characteristics.
Caution: You need to assign an identification number to your hard disk. Do not turn on the printer or any attached hard disk until the disk has been assigned a number. See your SCSI disk documentation for details on assigning this number.
To connect the hard disk to your printer, use the following procedure.
Caution: DO NOT confuse the serial and SCSI interface ports
when connecting cables. This will cause permanent printer damage which is not covered under the warranty. The printer ports are labeled clearly.
1. Make sure the printer and the hard disk are turned off. 2. Connect the SCSI cable following the instructions included
with the hard disk.
3. Turn on the hard disk first and wait a few seconds for the hard disk to “spin up.”
4. Turn on the printer.
Once you have connected the hard disk to your printer, use the procedure in the following section to initialize the hard disk.
Initializing a Hard Disk
External hard disks are identified by device numbers such as the example in figure 2.25. Some disks may have a preassigned number or you may need to assign it. See the hard disk documentation for details.
Disk 0 Disk 1 Disk 2 Disk 3 Disk 4 Disk 5
Fig. 2.25 Hard Disk Device Numbers
Caution: Initializing a disk erases all information stored on it. When initializing, make sure you choose the correct device number for the hard disk.
If you are working in a PC environment, skip to “Initializing a Hard Disk with the PC.”
Initializing a Hard Disk with the Macintosh
You can initialize the hard disk in a Macintosh environment by creating a PostScript file to initialize the disk, and then downloading this file to the printer’s external hard disk using the Adobe
Downloader in the XANTÉ Utilities.
Caution: Make sure the printer is selected in the Chooser before initializing a hard disk.
Use the following procedure to create the initialization file.
Note: Some XANTÉ Utilities versions have an Initialize disk.ps file. If you have and use this file and have more than one external hard disk attached to your printer, open the file in TeachText and make sure the desired disk is specified. This sample file initializes disk #1. To initialize another disk, substitute the 1 in (%disk1%) with the SCSI ID of the disk you want to initialize. For example, to initialize disk 4, change (%disk1%) to (%disk4%) in step 3.
1. Open the TeachText program which came with your Macintosh system.
2. Select New from the File menu. 3. Type the following initialization file.
serverdict begin 0 exitserver statusdict begin
(%disk1%) 0 1 devformat end
Note: If you are initializing a disk other than disk number one, be sure to substitute the 1 in (%disk1%) with the SCSI ID number of the disk you want to initialize. 4. Select Save from the File menu, and save this file as Initialize
5. Select Quit from the File menu to exit TeachText.
6. Insert the Macintosh XANTÉ Utilities disk included with your printer.
7. Open the Utilities folder.
8. Double-click the Downloader icon to open that utility. 9. Choose Download PostScript File from the File menu. 10. Locate the Initialize Disk.ps file which you created in step 3. 11. Select the Initialize Disk.ps file and click Download.
Initializing takes time, so be patient. The following status message appears when the initializing is complete:
The download was successful.
12. Click OK. Then, select Quit from the File menu.
Note: Turn on the hard disk before turning the printer on whenever you start your system. This ensures that the printer
recognizes the hard disk. If the start-up page is enabled, the last line indicates if the hard disk is connected by listing the disk number and size.
Initializing a Hard Disk with the PC
You can initialize the hard disk in a PC environment by creating the following PostScript file and then downloading this file to the printer’s external hard disk using the downloader in the XANTÉ Utilities.
Use the following procedure to create the initialization file.
Note: Some XANTÉ Utilities versions have an INITDSK.PS file.
If you have and use this file and have more than one external hard disk attached to your printer, open the file in a DOS editor and make sure the desired disk is specified. This sample file initializes disk #1. To initialize another disk, substitute the 1 in (%disk1%) with the SCSI ID of the disk you want to initialize. For example, to initialize disk 4,
1. Open any DOS editor, such as Edlin or DOS Edit (see your DOS or the editor documentation for details).
2. Create a new file by typing the following:
serverdict begin 0 exitserver statusdict begin
(%disk1%) 0 1 devformat end
^D
Note: If you are initializing a disk other than disk number one, be sure to substitute the 1 in (%disk1%) with the SCSI ID number of the disk you want to initialize. 3. Save the file as INITDSK.PS.
4. Send the INITDSK.PS file to your printer by typing either
COPY INITDSK.PS LPT1 ↵
to download to the printer over the parallel interface, or by typing
COPY INITDSK.PS COM1 ↵
to download to the printer over the serial interface.
Note: Turn on the hard disk before turning the printer on whenever you start your system. This ensures that the printer
recognizes the hard disk. If the start-up page is enabled, the last line indicates if the hard disk is connected by listing the disk number and size.
Chapter 3 - Macintosh Setup
Chapter Overview
Before You Begin
Installing XANTÉ Utilities (Macintosh) Readme.1st File
Utilities Folder Downloads Folder Drivers Folder
Installing XANTÉ Command Center Loading Printer Fonts
Downloading to Printer Memory or a Hard Disk Listing Downloaded Fonts
Setting the Margins
Introduction
This chapter covers setting up to print in a Macintosh environment. This includes installing the XANTÉ Utilities and Command Center, loading the printer fonts, setting margins, and controlling start-up page printing.
Before You Begin
You should be familiar with all standard Macintosh procedures. This includes how to click, drag, copy, choose commands, select options, use buttons and boxes, locate files, and scroll. If you have questions on any of these procedures, see your Macintosh documentation. Once your Accel-a-Writer 8200 is installed, you need to do three things before using the printer. First, check the Readme.1st file on the XANTÉ Utilities disk for the Macintosh. Next, copy the XT_82003.PPD from the XANTÉ Utilities disk onto your system, placing it in the Printers Description folder inside the Extensions folder in your System Folder. Then, select your printer in the Chooser (which automatically selects the driver); then, if you are using PSPrinter 8.3 or LaserWriter 8.0 or later, select the PPD (PostScript Printer Description) for your printer using the following procedure.
Note: To access the variable custom sized printing feature, you must use LaserWriter version 8.3. This feature allows you to enter custom page sizes from 3.90" x 5.80" (99 mm x 147 mm) up to 11.81" x 25.00" (300 mm x 635 mm). Also, if you have the extra wide print option, you can enter up to a 12.00" x 25.00" (305 mm x 635 mm) page size.
1. Select Chooser from the Apple menu. The Chooser window appears.
2. Select the appropriate PSPrinter or LaserWriter icon in the left-hand side of the Chooser Window (fig. 3.1). A list of available printers appears in the right side of the Chooser Window, including your new Accel-a-Writer 8200 (fig. 3.1).
Note: If you are on a network with many printers, you may have to scroll down to find the Accel-a-Writer 8200 listing. If the listing does not appear, check all LocalTalk or Ethernet cable connections (see
“Connecting in a Macintosh Environment” in chapter 2 for details). Chooser Accel-a-Writer 8200 On Off AppleTalk Active Inactive 7.5 PSPrinter Background Printing Setup...
Type: PostScript Printer
Figure 3.1 Chooser Window
3. Select the Accel-a-Writer 8200 listing (fig. 3.1). If you do not use LaserWriter 8 (required by some applications, such as PageMaker 5.0), go to step 9.
