HP V8.5 Manual do Utilizador

V8.5 Thermal PlotterUser GuideV8.5 Thermal Plotter is a product of iSys - The Imagaing Systems Group. © 2005

ixV8.5e Rev 2.2.2002B. INTERFACE CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENT ... B-1C. CENTRONICS INTERFACE BOARD ... C-1

11-1V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002INTRODUCTION1.1 GENERAL DESCRIPTIONThe Imaging Systems Group’s V8.5e Thermal Plotter is a high-speedplotter suitable for offi

INTRODUCTION11-2 V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002An optional fan-fold paper guide and feeder trays (which attach tothe back of the plotter, and below the rackmount

22-1V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002SPECIFICATIONS2.1 FUNCTIONALOperationCommand panel Front mounted.LED display.Three push buttons.Online/Offline, Data and erro

SPECIFICATIONS22- 2 V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002~ Form feed adjust F2, F4, F8, tF, PF - selectsformfeed of 2, 4, 8 inches, Top of Formsensing, and programable p

2SPECIFICATIONS2-3V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002MediaTypes Thermal sensitive paper or film.Rolled paper with 7/16 inch spool core.Rolled film.Fan-folded paper (op

SPECIFICATIONS22- 4 V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002TransportStepper motor Micro-step.Stepping resolution 0.004 millimeter.6400 micro-steps per inch of media.32 mic

2SPECIFICATIONS2-5V8.5e Rev 2.2.20022.3 PHYSICALDimensionsRackmount DesktopHeight 3.5 inches 3.5 inchesWidth 19 inches 15 inchesDepth 12.5 inches 1

33-1V8.5e Rev 2.1.2001 INSTALLATION3.1 UNPACKINGAlthough shipments are thoroughly checked for completeness byThe Imaging Systems Group Inc., confir

INSTALLATION33-2 V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Inspect the plotter and components for any damage that may haveoccurred during shipment. Report any damage to the c

iV8.5e Rev 2.2.2002COPYRIGHT NOTICEThis document is copyrighted by The Imaging Systems Group Inc.,2000. No part of this publication may be reproduced,

3INSTALLATION3-3V8.5e Rev 2.2.20023.3 INTERFACE SETUPPlug the power cord into a grounded AC outlet only. Avoid sharingan outlet that is also poweri

INSTALLATION33-4 V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Installing rolled paperThe V8.5e plotter comes with a sample roll of thermal sensitive paper.To install rolled pape

3INSTALLATION3-5V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Figure 3-1Control PanelPowerLatchFigure 3-2 Back PanelAC receptacle ScrewsAC Power & Fuse Back Panel Screws Data

INSTALLATION33-6 V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Figure 3-3. Roll paper and film pathRollFigure 3-4 Roll paper installed

3INSTALLATION3-7V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Latch BarFigure 3-5 Opening the plotter Lid

INSTALLATION33-8 V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Installing fan-fold paper1. Loosen the rackmount thumbscrews and pull the plotter forwardon the rails.2. Release th

3INSTALLATION3-9V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002CAUTION: Before plotting or testing on any print media, make surethat the media setting is correct. Incorrect sett

INSTALLATION33-10 V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Figure 3-6 Spindle blocksSpindle blocks (1 per side)Figure 3- 7. Fanfold guide path

44-1V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002OPERATION4.1 POWER SUPPLY PRECAUTIONSTurn off the power switch on the plotter before doing any of thefollowing:1. Unplugging

OPERATION44-2 V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Figure 4-1. Control panelThe control panel is shown in Figure 4-1. It consists of an LEDdisplay, two condition lights,

iiV8.5e Rev 2.2.2002ATTENTION: The V8.5e plotter generates, uses and can radiate radiofrequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance wi

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4OPERATION4-5V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Changing function settingsFor easy reference in this section, the buttons are referred to asnumbers 1, 2, and 3, from t

OPERATION44-6 V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Default SettingsTo restore the default settings of the plotter, press and hold themenu button (button 3) while powerin

4OPERATION4-7V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002If the contrast needs further adjusting, change the contrast settingby starting at the lowest value, adjust the contra

OPERATION44-8 V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002is set to film or grayscale mode the printhead’s requirement forstrobe times is raised. This requires a slower plot sp

4OPERATION4-9V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002ScalingThe scaling function stretches or shrinks the plot over a 36-inchlength of plot with settings being S0 through S

OPERATION44-10 V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Emulation (vertical resolution)The emulation function adjusts the vertical resolution of the plot(along the media len

4OPERATION4-11V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002PF - Programmable advance past Top of Form- This feature allowsthe V8.5e to line up with the beginning of pages when a

OPERATION44-12 V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Bytes per scanThe SCANWDTH function adjusts the scan width of the plot, definedin bytes per line. The default scan w

iiiV8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Caution! – must be observed to avoid loss or damage to yourequipment.Important: - must be observed to avoid operational impairmen

4OPERATION4-13V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Grayscale media table numbert1 - media calibration table for media 1.t2 - media calibration table for media 2.These ta

OPERATION44-14 V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Byte 3: speed 1”=21 1.0 inches/sec2”=22 2.0 inches/sec3”=23 3.0 inches/sec4”=24 4.0 inches/secNo Change=00Byte 4: med

4OPERATION4-15V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Byte 6: emulation P0=51 200 scans/inch verticalwith positivescalingn0=52 200 scans/inch verticalwith negativescalingP3

OPERATION44-16 V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Byte 10: line feed 0AExample: To set the plotter to: contrast=C3speed=1.0 ipsmedia=LPscaling=S2emulation=P3formfeed=F

4OPERATION4-17V8.5e Rev 2.2.20024.4 FEHLERMELDUNGEN1. Medien leer: Am Plotter erscheint eine kleine quadratischeblinkende Anzeige und die Fehleranzei

55 - 1V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002THEORY OF OPERATION5.1 INTRODUCTIONThe V8.5e plotter uses thermal technology to convert data from thehost computer into plo

THEORY OF OPERATION55 - 2 V8.5e Rev 2.2.20028-bit Parallel DataData InputInterfaceData BufferNon-volitileRAM24 V CPowerSupplyMotor5 V DCPowerSupplyMic

5THEORY OF OPERATION5 -3V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Stepper motorThe V8.5e uses a bipolar, two-phase stepper motor. The motor ismicro-step driven, requiring 200

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ivV8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Bitte verfahren Sie erst dann weiter, wenn Sie die Bedeutung dervorstehenden Hinweise vollständig verstanden haben.Elektromagnetis

THEORY OF OPERATION55 - 6 V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Data ratesThe plotter accommodates a wide range of data rates. The speed ofthe plotter can be set to 1.0,

5THEORY OF OPERATION5 -7V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Scan widthScan width settings sent from host software can specify the numberof bytes of data that will be pl

THEORY OF OPERATION55 - 8 V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Print modeWhen the host asserts the PRINT mode signal, the plotter cangenerate ASCII characters. Table 5-5

5THEORY OF OPERATION5 -9V8.5e Rev 2.2.20025.4 THERMAL PRINTHEADThe thermal printhead is comprised of a row of 1728 heater elements(nibs). Each bit

THEORY OF OPERATION55 - 10 V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Film mediaWhen the plotter is set to film mode, the strobe length is increasedto accommodate the thicker

66-1V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002NOTE: Do not attempt to repair or modify any component of theV8.5e. If a component fails, it may be replaced free of charge in

MAINTENANCE66 -2 V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002This symbol indicates an area of possible concern dueto static discharge into the circuitry. When you see thissymb

6MAINTENANCE6 - 3V8.5e Rev 2.2.20026.2 REGULAR MAINTENANCEThe V8.5e thermal plotter is engineered to require minimalpreventative maintenance. If th

MAINTENANCE66 -4 V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Cleaning the thermal printheadAfter prolonged use, the thermal printhead picks up fibres from themedia passing unde

6MAINTENANCE6 - 5V8.5e Rev 2.2.20022. Moisten (do not soak) a soft, lint-free cloth or cotton swab with99% pure isopropyl alcohol. Rub gently along th

vV8.5e Rev 2.2.2002LIMITATION OF LIABILITYThe Imaging Systems Group’s total liability to the purchaser, or toany third party, for damages from any and

MAINTENANCE66 -6 V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Replacing the fuseThe fuse is located in a clip next to the AC receptacle. Figure 3-2.1. Unplug the power cable fro

77-1V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002TROUBLESHOOTING7.1 INTRODUCTIONThis chapter provides a list of problems that may be encounteredwith the V8.5e, and gives poss

TROUBLESHOOTING77-2 V8.5e Rev 2.2.20027.2 PROBLEMSPlotter does not plotPossible causes: Plotter has no paper or filmLid is not securely closedTherm

7TROUBLESHOOTING7-3V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Plot has vertical white stripesFigure 7-3 . Plot with vertical white stripesPossible causes: Lid is not securely

TROUBLESHOOTING77-4 V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Plot is blotchy or fadedFigure 7-4 . Blotchy or faded plotThis problem originates from inconsistent printhead pr

7TROUBLESHOOTING7-5V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Plot contrast is weakPossible causes: Lid is not securely closedLatch pins need adjustmentMedia setting is incorr

TROUBLESHOOTING77-6 V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Plot has black vertical linesFigure 7-6 . Plot with black vertical linesPossible Cause: One or more bits in each

7TROUBLESHOOTING7-7V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Plot is wrong lengthIf you suspect that a plot is the wrong length, plot a job of a knownlength and measure it.Po

TROUBLESHOOTING77-8 V8.5e Rev 2.2.20023. If the lid does not close securely, or if the head pressure is toolow, contact your authorized service center

7TROUBLESHOOTING7-9V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Plot output speed is erraticPossible Cause: Plotter speed is set too high. This is most likelyto occur on the HIG

viV8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Contents1. INTRODUCTION ... 1-11.1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION ... 1-11.2 MEDIA DESCRIPT

TROUBLESHOOTING77-10 V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Figure 7-7 . “Blooming” plotPossible Cause:Media setting is incorrect. The thermalprinthead operating temperatu

7TROUBLESHOOTING7-11V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Form feed stops before desired lengthPossible Cause: The form feed length is too short. The formfeed stops befor

TROUBLESHOOTING77-12 V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Plot is skewed or unreadableFigure 7-8 . Skewed plotPossible Cause: The scan width is incorrect.Solution:1. Ad

88-1V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002The Imaging Systems Group Inc. (iSys) warrants our V8.5e plottersto be free from defects in materials and workmanship as follow

WARRANTY88-2 V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002TERMS and CONDITIONS of Hot Swap and Post Hot Swapa) The product MUST be returned in the original or properpacking mate

AA-1V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002APPENDIXASCII TABLESMSN: Most significant nibbleLSN: Least significant nibbleTable A-1. Normal ASCII character setTable A-2. ASC

BB-1V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002APPENDIXINTERFACE CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENTTable B-1. Versatec cable pin outs (straight through)niPlangiS niPnruteR emaNlangiS c

BB-2V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002INTERFACE CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENTniP langiS niP langiS1EBORTS41TXFA20ATAD51RORRE31ATAD61TESER42ATAD71NITCLS53ATAD81DNG64ATAD91

CC - 1V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002APPENDIXCENTRONICS INTERFACE BOARDThe new Centronics adapter (rev1-2) implements some improve-ments over the previous (rev1-1)

CC - 2V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002C E N T R O N I C S I N T E R F A C E B O A R DOnce the V8.5E Centronics adapter is set to raster mode itwill remain in ra

viiV8.5e Rev 2.2.20024. OPERATION ... 4-14.1 POWER SUPPLY PRECAUTIONS ... 4-14.2 USING THE CONTROL PAN

CC E N T R O N I C S I N T E R F A C E B O A R DC - 3V8.5e Rev 2.2.2002Specifying XX YY at values greater than those indicatedwill cause the V8.5

viiiV8.5e Rev 2.2.20025.5 MEDIA SENSORS ....... 5-106. MAINTENANCE ....... 6-16.1 MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES