KX-P1123

Language: IBM Proprinter X-24, Epson LQ-850 Speed: Font Draft LQ Micron 240 CPS 53 CPS Elite 192 CPS 63 CPS Pica 160 CPS 53 CPS Graphics: 60, 180, 360 DPI No. of Pins: 24

Panasonic KX-P1123 Fonts

Internal Fonts

Panasonic KX-P1123 Paper Handling

Tractor Feed method: Bottom feed and front feed, tractor and friction

Optional Feeders: Cut sheet feeder (Part # KX-P37)

Continuous Feeding

Loading fanfold paper (rear push feed)

1. Turn the power switch on.

2. Verify that the head gap lever is in the (+) position.

3. Set the paper feed selector to the "T" position.

4. Remove the top cover. Lift to most upright position, then slightly lower and pull back.

5. Unlock the tractors by pulling the tractor clamping levers forward. Slide the tractors out toward the sides to the approximate width of the paper.

6. Space the center paper support evenly between the tractors.

7. Open both tractor covers.

8. Align the paper so that the tractor pins catch the paper sprocket holes.

9. Close the tractor covers.

10. Pull the tractors outward to remove any slack, then lock the tractors into position by pushing tractor clamping levers back.

11. Open the tractor covers and remove the paper, then close the tractor covers.

12. Press the [FF] switch while pressing the [ON LINE] switch. The tractor will rotate automatically for ten seconds.

13. While the tractor is rotating, insert the fanfold paper behind the pinwheel evenly, between the paper insertion guides, until the tractor pins catch the paper sprocket holes. Verify the paper is installed straight. If jamming occurs, remove the paper by rotating the platen knob back.

14. Pull the paper bail release lever to the "LOAD/PARK' position, the printer will load the paper automatically to the first print line. Verify the paper is straight.

15. Push the paper bail release lever to the "T.PUSH/FRIC." position.

16. Set the head gap lever to the appropriate thickness of the paper being used.

17. Replace the top cover.

Loading fanfold paper (bottom pull feeding)

1. Turn the power switch on.

2. Verify that the head gap lever is in the (+) position.

3. Set the paper bail release lever to "T.PULL" position.

4. Set the paper feed selector to the "T" position.

5. Open the top cover and smoked plastic cover.

6. Unlock the tractors by pulling the tractor clamping levers forward. Slide the tractors out toward the sides to the approximate width of the paper.

7. Space the center paper supports evenly between the tractors.

8. Open both tractor covers.

9. Push the fanfold paper up through bottom slot until it appears on the platen. Make sure the side on which you wish to print is facing you.

10. Pull the paper up until it reaches the tractor pins. Then, align the paper so that the tractor pins catch the paper sprocket holes.

11. Close the tractor covers.

12. Pull the tractors outward to remove any slack, then lock the tractors into position by pushing the tractor clamping levers back.

13. Set the head gap lever to the appropriate thickness of the paper being user.

14. Replace the top cover and smoked plastic cover.

Manual Feeding

Feeding single sheets and envelopes using friction feed

1. Verify that the head gap lever is in the (+) position.

2. Verify that the paper feed selector is in the "F" position.

3. Raise the top cover.

4. Insert the paper through the paper guides and behind the platen.

5. Set the paper guides to the approximate width of your paper.

6. Pull the paper bail release lever to the "LOAD/PARK" position the release. This will load the paper automatically.

7. To align the paper horizontally or vertically, set the paper feed selector to the "T" position. This releases the paper and allows the paper to be positioned manually as required. Set the selector back to "F" before printing.

8. Reposition the paper bail release lever to the "T.PUSH/FRIC" position.

Panasonic KX-P1123 Settings

Self test: Turn on the printer while holding down the LF switch.

Initial Setup Mode

The printer allows the user to select 20 Initial Setup mode conditions. The printer uses the Control Table to select them instead of the conventional DIP switches.

To Enter the Initial Setup mode

Be sure that the power switch is off. Turn on the power switch while press the [FUNCTION] switch to enter the Initial Setup mode. The ON LINE/FUNCTION indicator light should be blinking.

When setting the Initial Setup, keep in mind that there are two types:

Individual the setting is either on or off.

Group the setting has a number of selections to choose from.

Setting the Initial Setup mode

1. Press and release the [ROW] switch until the desired ROW indicator combination is lit.

2. Press and release the [COLUMN] switch until the COLUMN indicator is lit over the desired setting. The indicator will inform you of the setting.

A lit indicator means the setting is ON, while a blinking indicator means the setting is OFF.

3. Press the [SET] switch to change the setting to reach the desired condition. With Groups, you must turn on one setting to turn off the previous setting within the Group.

4. After setting all the items you desire, press the [FUNCTION] switch to store them and exit the Initial Setup mode.

To Print Out the Current Settings

Before changing the items of the Initial Setup mode, you should verify the current settings.

1. Make sure that paper is installed, then turn the power off.

2. Power on while pressing the [FUNCTION] switch.

3. Verify that all row indicators are on or all row indicators are blinking.

4. Press the [SET] switch.

The printer will print the matrix condition as shown below:

To Reset All Initial Setup Mode Settings to the FACTORY Default Setting

After powering on while pressing the [FUNCTION] switch.

1. Press the [QUIET] switch. A beep will sound.

2. Press the [SET] switch. A beep will sound.

3. Press the [FUNCTION] switch to exit the Initial Setup mode.

Panasonic KX-P1123 Interfaces

The interface connector is located on the back of the printer towards the left side.

Parallel

Availability: Standard

Connection: Centronics

Activation: Default

Serial

Availability: Optional (Part No. KX-PS10, KX-P19)

Connection: RS-232C Interface

Activation: See manual for option serial interface