ABLE Systems Ap863 - 1 Table of Contents

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1 TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 Table Of Contents...............................................................................................................2
2 Introduction ........................................................................................................................3
2.1 Notes on Printer Firmware Revisions (Including Flash).......................................................3
2.2 Copyright Notice And Disclaimer.......................................................................................3
2.3 Documentation Revision History .......................................................................................3
2.4 Accessories and Options..................................................................................................4
3 Modes Of Operation............................................................................................................5
3.1 Idle Mode........................................................................................................................5
3.2 Sleep Mode.....................................................................................................................5
3.3 Spooling Mode ................................................................................................................5
3.4 Continuous Operation......................................................................................................6
4 Battery Packs and Power Supplies.......................................................................................7
4.1 Overview Of Power Pack Options .....................................................................................7
4.2 Removing And Replacing The Power Pack .......................................................................7
4.3 Battery Pack Handling Precautions ...................................................................................8
4.4 Battery Pack Environmental Concerns ..............................................................................8
4.5 Battery Pack Types And Capacity.....................................................................................8
4.6 Battery Pack Recharging..................................................................................................8
4.7 Vehicle Adaptor Power Pack............................................................................................9
4.8 OEM 5-7.5V DC Adaptor pack..........................................................................................9
5 Paper............................................................................................................................... 10
5.1 Loading Paper............................................................................................................... 10
5.2 Paper Out and Paper Low Sensors................................................................................. 10
5.3 Removing Paper or Clearing a Jam................................................................................. 11
6 Led Indications ................................................................................................................. 12
7 Printer Operation and Programming................................................................................... 13
7.1 Data Buffer.................................................................................................................... 13
7.2 Spooling Mode .............................................................................................................. 13
7.3 Serial Interface (Standard RS-232 Version)..................................................................... 13
7.4 Serial Interface (TTL Version)......................................................................................... 13
7.5 Character Printing.......................................................................................................... 14
7.6 Graphics Printing........................................................................................................... 14
8 Connections and EMC Precautions.................................................................................... 15
8.1 Connector Details.......................................................................................................... 15
8.2 Combined Data/Charger Adaptor Cables ........................................................................ 15
8.3 Battery Charger Details.................................................................................................. 16
8.4 EMC Statement ............................................................................................................. 16
8.5 EMC Caution................................................................................................................. 16
9 Getting Started................................................................................................................. 17
9.1 Connecting to a PC – A Checklist................................................................................... 17
9.2 Windows™ Printer Drivers ............................................................................................. 18
9.3 Your Application Program............................................................................................... 18
9.4 On-Line Information....................................................................................................... 18
9.5 If All Else Fails............................................................................................................... 18