System Installation
Installing UP 2563/2565/2566 Printers
The following steps describe the installation of the HP 2563/2565/2566 Line Printers. Refer to the
appropriate service manual for more detailed information.
1. Ensure that the power cords to the SPU and I/O Extender are disconnected from the line power
source and that the keyswitch is set to the 0 position.
2. Verify that the source voltage matches the power requirements of the printer.
3. Connect the I/O interface cable from the computer system to the interface connector on the
back of the printer.
4. Connect the printer AC power cord to the AC power input jack on the back of the printer and
plug the other end into the AC outlet. Ensure that the power circuit has an isolated ground.
5. Set the POWER switch located on the back of the printer to the ON position.
6. Load ribbon and paper as described in the ribbon and paper loading sections of the HP 2563A
Operator's Manual.
7. If you have an HP-IB interface, select the HP-IB address as described in the HP-IB Address
Section of the Operators Manual.
If
you have an interface other than HP-IB, configure your
interface as described in the interface manual provided with your printer.
8. With the printer off -line, press the TEST key on the Operator Control Panel. Then press the
ENTER key. A self -test printout will be printed. Compare the results with the self -test
printout in the back of the Operator)s Manual. Remember that the self -test printout varies
depending on which character set options are installed. The printer is ready for operation if no
error numbers flash on the self -test display and if the characters on the self -test printout are
clear and well-formed.
Installing HP 2680/HP 2688 Page Printers
To install the HP 2680A Page Printer or the HP 2688A Page Printer, refer to the detailed instructions
provided in the manuals that accompany the printer.
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CAUTION
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The page printer contains a laser device. Although it is a low power laser,
the safety precautions provided in the service documentation must be
followed. Only qualified personnel should install and service the printer.