Genicom LA36N User Manual

GENICOM Matrix Printer LA36
Installation Guide
GENICOM Corporation

Genicom LA36N Specifications

General

Type	Dot Matrix Printer
Print Width	136 columns
Interface	Parallel, Serial
Noise Level	55 dB
Emulation	IBM Proprinter
Paper Handling	Friction feed

Summary

Introduction

Step 1: Selecting a Good Location

Guide on choosing a suitable environment and position for the printer.

Step 2: Unpacking the Printer

Instructions for safely removing the printer and accessories from its packaging.

Step 3: Assembling the Printer

Steps for attaching components like the platen knob and cut sheet stand.

Step 4: Powering-on the Printer

Detailed steps for connecting the printer to a power source.

Step 5: Testing the Printer

Procedure to perform a built-in print test for performance and quality checks.

Step 6: Connecting the Printer to Your Host System

Instructions for connecting the printer to a computer or terminal via serial or parallel interfaces.

Installing the Windows Printer Driver

Maintenance

Cleaning and Vacuuming the Printer

Cleaning the Platen and Paper Bail Rollers

Cleaning the Print Head

Replacing the Ribbon Cartridge

Steps and considerations for replacing a worn-out ribbon cartridge.

Replacing the Print Head

Procedure for replacing the print head if specific dots are not printing.

Trouble-Shooting

Print Quality Issues

Paper Handling Problems

Solutions for common issues related to paper loading, feeding, and jamming.

Operating Problems

Printer Failures and Diagnostics

Vertical Alignment Correction

Supplies and Options

Installing the Color Kit

Technical Support

Global Technical Support Information

Software and Documentation CD-ROM