Panasonic KX-P3696 User Manual

Operating Instructions
Impact Dot Matrix Printer
KX-P3696

Panasonic KX-P3696 Specifications

General

Type	Dot Matrix Printer
Resolution	360 x 360 dpi
Noise Level	55 dB
Print Width	136 columns
Connectivity	Parallel
Paper Handling	Continuous Forms, Cut Sheet
Number of Pins	24
Interface	Parallel

Summary

Getting Started

Cautions

Important safety and operational precautions to prevent damage or injury.

Unpacking

Parts of the Printer

Printer Setup and Installation

Connecting to a Computer

Instructions for physically connecting the printer to a computer.

Ribbon Cassette

Procedures for installing and removing the printer's ribbon cassette.

Installing paper

Detailed steps for loading various types of paper, including fanfold and single sheets.

Self Test

Printer Driver Selection

Guidance on selecting the appropriate printer driver for software compatibility.

Installing a Printer Driver (Windows Ver. 3.1)

Step-by-step guide to installing the printer driver for Windows 3.1.

Initial Setup Disk Operations

Initial Setup Mode

Configuring various printer settings using the Setup Disk.

Running the Initial Setup Program

Instructions for executing the setup program for DOS and Windows.

Setting Selections on Setup Disk

Resetting to Factory Setting

Restoring all printer settings to their original factory defaults.

Control Panel Functions

Selecting a Character Font

Selecting a Character Pitch

Line Feed/Form Feed (LF/FF)

Top of Form Function (TOF SET)

Setting the printer's top of form position for accurate page starting.

Paper Out Detector

Initial Setup Mode

Setting the Serial Setup Mode

Returning All Current Settings to the Factory Settings

Procedure to reset all printer settings to factory defaults.

Software, Maintenance, and Troubleshooting

Command Reference Program (Using the Setup Disk)

Periodic Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Guide to identifying and resolving common printer problems.