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HIGH SPEED
PRINTER
SUBSYSTEM

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This manual is published by the Univac Division of Sperry Rand Corporation
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CONTENTS

CONTENTS
I. INTRODUCTION

1-1 to 1-1

2. SUBSYSTEM DESCRIPTION

2-1 to 2-7

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2.1. GENERAL

2-1

2.2. CONFIGURATIONS

2-3

2.3. SUBSYSTEM COMPONENTS
2.3.1. High Speed Printer, Type 0755
2.3.2. High Speed Printer Control Unit
2.3.2.1. Buffer Memory

2-4
2-4
2-7
2-7

PROGRAMMING

3-1 to 3-13

3.1. SUBSYSTEM/PROCESSOR INTERFACE
3.1.1. Communication Modes
3.1.2. Control Signals
3.1.3. Sequence of Operation

3-1
3-1
3-1
3-2

3.2. WORD FORMAT
3.2.1. Function Wo rds
3.2.1.1. Print With Interrupt
3.2.1.2. Print Without Interrupt
3.2.1.3. Terminate With Interrupt
3.2.1.4. Terminate Without Interrupt
3.2.2. Status Wo rd
3.2.2.1. Normal Completion
3.2.2.2. Out of Forms
3.2.2.3. Invalid Function
3.2.2.4. Interlock Fault
3.2.3. Data Word

3-2
3-2
3-3
3-3
3-4
3-5
3-5
3-6
3-6
3-7
3-7
3-7

3.3. TIMING
3.3.1. General Characteristics
3.3.1.1. Line Spacing Sequence
3.3.1.2. Buffer Memory Loading Sequence
3.3.1.3. Compare/Print Sequence
3.3.1.4. Processor/Program Response Time
3.3.1.5. Printing Speed

3-8
3-8
3-8
3-9
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4. OPERATION

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4.1. OPERATOR'S RESPONSIBILITIES

4-1

4.2. CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
4.2.1: Printer
4.2.1.1. Printer Operator's Control Panel
4.2.1.2. Printer Power Control Panel
4.2.1.3. 6-Lines/8-Lines Switch
4.2.2. Control Unit
4.2.2.1. Control Unit's Operator Panel
4.2.2.2. Control Unit's Maintenance Panel

4-1
4-1
4-2
4-2
4-2
4-7
4-7
4-9

4.3. SUBSYSTEM OPERATION
4.3.1. Turn-On Procedure
4.3.1.1. On The Control Unit
4.3.1.2. On The Printer
4.3.2. Turn-Off Procedure
4.3.3. Paper Loading Procedure

4-10
4-10
4-10
4-10

4.4. ERROR CONDITIONS AND CORRECTIONS

4-13

4.5. OPERATOR PERFORMED MAINTENANCE

4-14

4-11
4-11

APPENDICES
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A.

TYPE 0751 HIGH SPEED PRINTER

A-I to A-9

AI. DESCRIPTION
ALl. General
AU. Configurations

A-I
A-I
A-I

A2. OPERATION
A2.1. Controls and Indicators
A2;1.1. Printer
A2.1.1.1. Printer Operator's Control Panel
A2. 1. 1.2. Printer Power Control Panel
A2.1.1.3. Density Control
A2.2. Subsystem Components

A-2
A-2
A-2
A-2
A-7
A-7
A-9

B. SUMMARY OF PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS AND OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

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B-1 to B-3

B1. PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS

B-1

B2. HEAT DISSAPATION

B-2

B3. ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

B-2

B4. ELECTRICAL REQ UIREMENTS

B-3

B5. SUBSYSTEM CABLING

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2-1. High Speed Printer Subsystem Configurations

2-3

2-2. High Speed Printer, Type 0755

2-4

2-3. Printer Mechanism

2-5

2-4. High Speed Printer Control Unit

2-7

3-1. Function Word Format

3-2

3-2. Status Code Format

3-5

4-1. Left-Hand Conirol Panel

4-2

4-2. Right-Hand Control Panel

4-2

4-3. Printer Power Control Panel

4-6

4-4. Control Unit's Operator Panel

4-8

4-5. Control Unit's Maintenance Panel

4-9

4-6. Changing Ri bbon

4-15

A-I. Right-Hand Control Panel

A-2

A-2. Left-Hand Control Panel

A-2

A-3. Printer Power Control Panel

A-7

A-4. Type 0751 Printer Mechanism

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TABLES

2-1. Type 0755 Printer Capabilities

2-2

2-2. Type 7299 Printer Control Unit Capabilities

2-3

2-3. Printer Subsystem Components

2-4

2-4. Processor Code/Printer Symbol Assignment

2-6

3-1. Timing Requirements for the Line Spacing Sequence

3-8

3-2. Sequence of Printer Symbols/Processor Code Assignments

3-11

3-3. Calculated Character Range for Maximum Print Speed

3-13

4-1. Left-Hand Control Panel

4-3

4-2. Right-Hand Control Panel

4-4

4-3. Printer Power Control Panel

4-7

4-4. Control Unit's Operator Panel

4-8

4-5. Operator's Procedures for Printer Fault Corrections

4-13

A-l. Optional Printer Subsystem Components

A-1

A-2. Right-Hand Control Panel

A-3

A-3. Left-Hand Control Panel

A-6

A-4. Printer's Power Control Panel

A-8

8-l. Physical Characteristics

8-1

8-2. Envi ronmental Requ i rements

8-2

8-3. EI ectri cal Requi rements

8-3

8-4. Allowable Cable Lengths

8-3

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1. INTRODUCTION

This manual contains information for the programming and operation of the High Speed
Printer Subsystem for the UNIVAC 1108 Multi-Processor System.
It is assumed that both the programmer and operator have sufficient background information
on the Central Processor and Main Storage of the UNIVAC 1108 Multi-Processor System, and
need only to be instructed in the use of the High Speed Printer Subsystem. Therefore, material already covered in the "UNIVAC 1108 Multi-Processor System Processor and Storage
Reference Manual," UP-4053, will not be duplicated here.

This manual is divided into three basic sections:
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High Speed Printer Subsystem Description
This section will acquaint the reader with the characteristics of the High Speed Printer
Subsystem.

•

Programming
This section supplies the user with the information required for programming for the High
Speed Printer Subsystem.

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Operation
This section contains the information necessary for the operation of the High Speed
Printer Subsystem.

Referencing the programming section within this manual on a regular basis is unnecessary
when appropriate software is available as an interface to the High Speed Printer Subsystem.

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2. SUBSYSTEM DESCRIPTION

2.1. GENERAL
The High Speed Printer Subsystem provides the UNIVAC 11 08 Multi-Processor System
with an output printing unit which operates at a rate up to 922 lines per minute, printing single or multiple copies of data. Each line of output data may contain up to 132
printed characters. Printing operations occur on a request-acknowledge basis allowing
the processor to attend to other processing functions while the printer is actually
printing data.
The High Speed Printer (Type 0755 or 0751 *) and the High Speed Printer Control Unit
(Type 7299-03) comprise the printer subsystem for single printer applications. For the
optional dual printer applications, the subsystem includes two High Speed Printers and
both the Control Unit, Type 7299-03, and the Auxiliary Control Unit, Type 7299-04.
Each control unit may be connected to either a normal or compatible I/O channel of
the processor, or its logical equivalent (the Input/Output Controller or a Multiple Processor Adapter). Output information is routed by the processor through the Printer Control Unit to the Printer. The Printer Control Unit contains a 132-character core buffer
for accumulating a full line of information before printing.
The printer contains 63 printable characters - the 26 letters of the alphabet, the ten
numerals, and 27 special characters. Different symbols may be factory-supplied upon
order.
The capabilities and salient features of the individual units of the Printer Subsystem
are presented in Tables 2-1 and 2-2.

• This manual deals primarily with the High Speed Printer, Type 0755. For subsystems equipped with
the Type 0751 Printer, refer to Appendix A.

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Printing Speed

700-922 lines per minute maximum, depending upon

(with single-line spacing)

program and character contingencies.

Line Spacing Speed

20 ms for spacing first line and for spacing each subsequent

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line as follows:
8 ms at 6 lines/inch
6 ms at 8 lines/inch
Characters Per Line

132 characters (including spaces) per line.

Spac ing of Characters

0.1 inch along print line.

Ribbon Feed

Bi-directional, self-reversing, self-correcting.

Type of Ribbon

Fabric ribbon interchangeable with carbon Mylar* ribbon
(optional) for "one-time" operation.

Vertical Line Spacing

Manually selected. Either 6 lines per inch or 8 lines per
inch.

Number of Characters

Up to 63 different characters: Standard font cons ists of
alphabetic characters A-Z, numeric characters 0-9,27
punctuation marks and symbols. Modified fonts avai lab Ie
upon request.

Pr int For mat

Full print width of 132 characters can be placed anywhere
on 16.5 inch form. With 22 inch width form, only central

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13.2 inch portion can be used. Format variation under
full control of programming.
Paper Forms

Continuous forms with standard edge sprocket holes from
4 to 22 inches in width. Carbons may be attached or unattached with multicopy forms up to a maximum of six
parts. Recommended pack th ickness up to .0155 inch for
optimum print quality.

Paper Conta iner

Maximum dimensions accommodated entirely within base
of mach ine: 16 inches high, 16 inches long, and 22.5
inches deep.

Table 2-1. Type 0755 Printer Capabilities

*Trademark of DuPont Corporation

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Processor Word Length

36 bits

Character Size

6 bits

Modes of Operation

Print with or without Interrupt

Data Modes:
Processor to Control Unit

Data Words
36 bits parallel

Control Un,it to Processor

Status Words
36 bits paralle I

Table 2-2. Type 7299 Printer Control Unit Capabilities

2.2. CONFIGURATIONS
The basic configuration of the High Speed Printer Subsystem consists of one Printer
Control Unit, Type 7299-02 and a Printer, Type 0755. Figure 2-1a shows the functional arrangement of the basic subsystem components (single printer).
The printing capabilities of the subsystem can be expanded by the optional addition
of the Auxiliary Control Unit, Type 7299-04, which allows the operation of two printers.
Figure 2-1b shows the functional arrangement of the two-printer subsystem. Component
requirements for both Printer Subsystems are summarized in Table 2-3.

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(MAY BE CONNECTED TO ONE I/O CHANNEL OF TWO SEPARATE
PROCESSORS OR TWO I/O CHANNELS OF THE SAME PROCESSOR)

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PROCESSOR

PROCESSOR

PROCESSOR

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CONTROL UNIT
TY P E 7299-03

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CONTROL UNIT
TYPE 7299-03

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'PRINTER
TYPE 0755

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CONTROL UNIT
TYPE 7299-04

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PRINTER
TYPE 0755

a. Single Printer

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DATA

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CONTROL

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b. Dual Printer

Figure 2-1. High Speed Printer Subsystem Configurations

PRINTER
TYPE 0755

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Number Required

Type Number

Subsystem
Component

60 cps

50 cps

Single Printer

Printer

0755-00

0755-07

1

2

Printer
Control

7299-03

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1

1

7299-04

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0

1

Dual Printer

Un it
Auxiliary
Control
Un it
TobIe 2-3. Printer Subsystem Components

2.3. SUBSYSTEM COMPONENTS
Subsystem components, described in the following paragraphs, include the High Speed
Printer and the High Speed Printer Control Unit.
2.3.1. High Speed Printer, Type 0755
The High Speed Printer, Type 0755 (see Figure 2-2), is an "on-the-fly" impact printer.
Its operation is based on a printer mechanism which consists of the following main parts:
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rotating type drum,

•

printing actuators and hammers,

•

ribbon-transport mechanism,

•

paper-transport mechanism.

Figure 2-2. High Speed Printer, Type 0755

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Figure 2-3 shows the general relationship of the parts of the printer mechanism.

TYPE DRUM

RIBBON
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SUPPL Y

TAKEUP
MANDREL

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PAPER FEED DIRECTION
Figure 2-3.

Printer Mechanism

The type drum is a cylinder with raised printing surfaces around its circumference.
The individual characters of adjacent positions are staggered and form a checkerboard pattern on the type drum to prevent smudging or partial printing of adjacent
characters. Table 2-4 shows the printed characters and their corresponding octal
codes. As the type drum revolves, timing circuits control the action of each printing
actuator and hammer. When the proper character is opposite the hammer, the hammer
strikes the paper and pinches the ribbon between the paper and the type drum to
print a character. The hammer plate and the paper transport are rigidly mounted to
the frame of the printer. The type drum and the ribbon transport are in a movable
carriage. The carriage moves in toward the hammer plate for printing, and out
from the printing position for servicing. The space between the type drum and the
hammers is adjustable, so that either single-thickness paper or multiple copy forms
may be used.
The ribbon-transport mechanism moves the ribbon in front of the type drum. When all
but a short length of ribbon has been wound off the supply mandrel, the ribbon-transport mechanism automatically reverses and winds the ribbon in the other direction.
The ribbon transport starts and stops the ribbon each time the paper is moved by the
paper-transport mechanism.

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OCTAL CODE

00
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37

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PRINTER
SYMBOL

PROCESSOR
OCTAL CODE

@

40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47

[
]
11

.1(space)

A
B

C
D
E
F
G
H
I

J
K

L
M
N

0
P

Q
R

)

+

<
=
>
&

$

50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57

\

60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67

0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7

*
(

%

:
?
!
, (comma)

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Z

77

::f (or stop

V
W
X

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PRINTER
SYMBOL

70
71
72
73
74
75
76

S
T

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9
' (apos.)

;

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code)

Table 2-4. Processor Code/Printer Symbol Assignment

The paper-transport mechanism feeds paper, a line at a time, under subsystem control.
A maximum number of 63 lines can be fed for each print function. The mechanism consists of two sets of pin-feed tractors, adjustable for form width from 4 through 22
inches and for margin placement. The lower set of tractors draws pap,er from the
supply container and passes it to the upper tractor. The tension of the paper between
the upper and lower tractors is adjustable and does not vary with the weight of the
paper stock. Printed pages pass from the upper tractors over guides and out the rear
of the printer, where they are collected on a shelf. Controls on the printer control
panels provide adjustment for proper printing placement, paper tension, and margin
settings.

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2.3.2. High Speed Printer Control Unit
The control unit (see Figure 2-4) governs all the operations of the High Speed Printer
Subsystem. Its principal functions are:
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to receive function words from the processor and translate them into control signals
for the printer,

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to synchronize the flow of data between the processor and the printer,

•

to accumulate a line of print in its buffer memory from the data transmitted by the
processor,

•

to interpret signals, both normal and abnormal, from the printer and to notify the
processor of printer and control unit conditions.

Figure 2-4. High Speed Printer Control Unit

2.3.2.1. Buffer Memory
The buffer memory used in the control unit is a random access, ferrite-core memory
with a usable storage capacity of 132 seven-bit characterso
Information is transferred between the processor and the Printer Subsystem in the
form of 36-bit data words. Each such word is disassembled into six-bit characters
and stored in the buffer memory until a full line of print (132 characters) is accumulated in the buffer memory. When a stop code or a Terminate function is received by
the control unit, the number of data words necessary to fill the buffer memory is
reduced. For example, the control unit automatically fills the remaining memory
positions with a nonprintable code, on the receipt of a stop code.

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3.1. SUBSYSTEM/PROCESSOR INTERFACE
Communications between the processor and the Printer Subsystem are over a pre-assigned
input/output channel(s). Each channel contains 72 data lines (36 input and 36 output) and
6 control lines. The data lines provide for the parallel transfer of the basic UNIVAC 1108
processor word and the control lines provide various control signals that direct the communication between the processor and the control unites).
3.1.1. Communication Modes
Each channel is capable of operating in three different communication modes: function,
output, or input. The function mode is the means by which the processor establishes
communications with the Printer Subsystem. During this mode of transmission, the
processor sends a function word to direct the control unit to perform the desired
operation. The output mode is employed when data is transferred to the processor
and the input mode is used to transmit status information to the processor.
3.1.2. Control Signals
Various control signals are provided to control and insure the orderly flow of information between the processor and the Printer Subsystem. These signals do not transmit
data but are used to command and to identify the transfer of information words at the
proper time and in the proper sequence. The control signals travel over the control
lines of the channel(s) associated with the subsystem.
A listing of these signals follows:

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Output Request (OR) - indicates to the processor that the control unit will accept
a function word or a data word that is to be printed.

•

External Function (EF) - indicates to the control unit that the processor has placed
a function word on the output lines.

•

Output Acknowledge (OA) - indicates to the control unit that a word of data has
been placed on the output lines.

•

External Interrupt (EI) - indicates to the processor that the control unit has status
information on the input lines.

•

Input Acknowledge (I A) - indicates to the control unit that the processor has
accepted the status word.

•

Master Clear (MC) - clears the control unit.

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3.1.3. Sequence of Operation

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The Printer Subsystem gives the program the capability of spacing paper the desired
number of lines and printing one line or multiple lines of data. The Printer Control
Unit conforms to the following sequences during its operation:
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Function Handling - to receive, decode, and verify the legality of the function
words that are transmitted by the processor.

•

Paper Spacing - to control the paper spacing operation of the printer as specified
by the function word.

•

Data Handling - to receive and disassemble the data words into 6-bit characters
for storage in the buffer memory until one full line of data is received from the
processor.

•

Printing - to initiate printing when the buffer memory has been fully loaded and
the paper spacing operation is completed.

3.2. WORD FORMAT
The Printer Control Unit controls the operation of the Printer Subsystem through the
following three types of 36-bit words: function words, data words, and status words.
Each word type has its own format and each word is accompanied by a signal along
one of the control lines to distinguish between the three types of words. Two of these
(function word and data word) are processor-supplied words; the third (status word)
originates in the subsystem.
3.2.1. Function Words
The function word instructs the control unit to initiate a subsystem operation. The
six high order bits (35 thru 30) specify the operation to be performed, while bit
positions 23 thru 18 specify the line spacing count (0 to 63 lines inclusive) for print
functions only. The format of the function word is shown in Figure 3-1, as follows:

FUNCTION CODE

35

30 29

IGNORED BY
SUBSYSTEM

LIN E SPACING
COUNT

24 23

18 17

IGNORED BY SUBSYSTEM

0

Figure 3-1. Function Word Format

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The function repertoire of the High Speed Printer Subsystem consists of four functions
as follows:
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Print with Interrupt

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Print without Interrupt

•

Terminate with Interrupt

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Terminate without Interrupt

Each of these functions is described in detail in the following paragraphs.
3.2.1.1. Print With Interrupt
Function Code:

128

The Print with Interrupt function instructs the subsystem to space paper as defined
by the line spacing count of the function word and to print a single line of data.
Printing is initiated after both the line spacing and the data transfer are complete.
Twenty-two data words are required to complete the data transfer for a full line of
print (132 characters). The data transfer for a partial line of print is complete when
either a Terminate function is received following the transfer of one or more data
words or a stop code (a character code of all 1 bits) is detected within a data word,
providing the 62 CHAR/63 CHAR switch on the Maintenance Panel is in the 62
CHAR (up) position. Upon successful completion of printing the line, a status word
containing the Normal Completion status code (40) is generated by the control unit
and the External Interrupt signal is turned on.
The control unit does not turn on the Output Request signal following the receipt
of the 22nd data word for the line, or following receipt of a data word containing
a stop code (when conditioned for 62 CHAR operation) until after the processor
has either acknowledged receipt of a Norm al Completion status code or sent a Terminate without Interrupt function to the subsystem.
3.2.1.2. Print Without Interrupt
Function Code: 028
The Print without Interrupt function instructs the subsystem to space paper as
defined by the line spacing count of the function word and to print ithout interruption, any number of equally spaced lines. Printing is initiated after both the
paper spacing and data transfer are complete.
Following receipt of the 22nd data word for a line, or the receipt of a data word
containing a stop code (when conditioned for a 62 CHAR operation), the control
unit does not turn on the Output Request signal until after the line has been printed
without detection of an error, or after a Terminate function has been received and the
control unit is ready to accept the next print function.

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Upon completion of the first and each successive line of printing, the control unit
retains the original function word with the same line spacing count and waits for
the data for the next line of print. The Print without Interrupt operation can be ended
by one of the following conditions:
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Fault or abnormal condition

•

Terminate function

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If a fault or abnormal condition is detected, the operation is concluded when the
External Interrupt signal is turned on and a status code representing the fault or
abnormal condition is generated by the control unit. Otherwise, the Print without
Interrupt must be concluded by a Terminate function when the data in the output
buffer has been exhausted. The processor can anticipate the completion of the last
line of printing by selecting the monitor interrupt feature when setting up the output
data buffer for a Print without Iilterrupt function. When the control unit requests
another data word after receiving the last data word in the output buffer, the Output
Monitor Interrupt will occur. The program should then terminate the Print without
Interrupt function. It is recommended that the Terminate with Interrupt function be
used so the program will be informed when the Print without Interrupt function has
been completed and the subsystem is ready to accept another print function.
3.2.1.3. Terminate With Interrupt
Function Code: 338
The Terminate with Interrupt function instructs the subsystem to conclude the function
currently being performed by the subsystem and to establish readiness for another
function. It may be issued by the processor at any time and brings about an orderly
stop without the loss of data. The Terminate with Interrupt function will normally
result in the External Interrupt signal being turned on and the transmission of a
status word containing the Normal Completion status code (40).

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If a Terminate with Interrupt function is received following one or more data words
for either print function, the response to the Terminate function will occur after the
words are printed. If an Interlock condition is detected, it will be reported immediately
and replace the Normal Completion status code. Likewise, the Out of Forms condition
will take precedence over the Normal Completion status code.
In the event that the Terminate with Interrupt function is received before a word of
data is received by the control unit, the termination will take place as follows:

• If terminated within 6.5 microseconds of the receipt of the current print function,
paper spacing is inhibited and the External Interrupt signal is turned on and the
Normal Completion status (or Interlock, if appropriate) code is generated within .5 microseconds .
•

If terminated 6.5 microseconds or more after the receipt of the current print function, the External Interrupt signal is turned on and the Normal Completion (or
either Interlock or Out of Forms, if appropriate) status code is generated after
paper spacing is completed.

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3.2.1.4. Terminate Without Interrupt
Function Code: 238
The Terminate without Interrupt function concludes the previous print operation.
Depending upon conditions, termination takes place as follows:
•

If terminated within 6.5 microseconds of the receipt of a print function, paper
spacing is inhibited and the OR signal is normally turned on within 1.8 microseconds to notify the processor that the'control unit is ready to accept the next
function word.

•

If terminated 6.5 microseconds or more after the receipt of the current print
function, the OR signal is normally turned on again after paper spacing is completed.

•

If one or more data words are received by the control unit, termination becomes
effective after printing is completed and the OR signal is normally turned on to
notify the processor that the control unit is ready to accept the next function
word.

If an Interlock or Out of Forms condition is detected during the execution of either
print function, the condition is reported to the processor. If a Terminate without
Interrupt is received before the processor acknowledges the Interlock or Out of
Forms condition, the control unit's response to the Terminate without Interrupt
function is to report the condition rather than to turn on the Output Request signal.

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The primary use of the Terminate without Interrupt function is to clear the control
unit following receipt of a status word containing a status code other than the
Norm al Completion status code.
3.2.2. Status Word
The status word is generated by the control unit to indicate the detection and nature
of special conditions in the subsystem. The status word is transferred to the processor
over the 36 input data lines, accompanied by a signal on the external interrupt line to
inform the processor that a status word is available. The status code occupies the
six most significant bit positions of the status word with the two least significant
bits of the status code always containing 0 bits. The remainder of the status word
also contains 0 bits. The format of the status word is as follows:

STATUS CODE

35

ZERO BITS-CAN BE IGNORED BY THE PROCESSOR

0

30 29
Figure 3-2. Status Code Format

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The Printer Subsystem can generate any of four status codes reflecting the detection
of the following conditions:

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- Normal Completions
- Out of Forms
- In valid Function
- Interlock Fault
Each of these conditions and the status codes associated with them are described in
the following sections.
3.2.2.1. Normal Completion
Status Code: 408
The Normal Completion status code is possible only as a response to Print with
Interrupt (12) function and a Terminate with Interrupt (33) function and indicates
to the processor the successful completion of these functions. When a Normal
Completion status word is acknowledged by the processor, the control unit turns
on the Output Request signal and is ready to accept and initiate the next print
function. If a data word rather than a function word is received in response to this
Output Request signal, the control unit ignores the data word and does not request
another data word but remains ready to accept and initiate a print function.
If a fault or abnormal condition occurs in the interval between receipt of a Terminate
with Interrupt and the actual conclusion of a print operation, the fault condition takes
precedence and_ the appropriate status code is presented to the processor.

3.2.2.2. Out of Forms
Status Code: 448
The Out of Forms status code is generated by the control unit when the printer
determines there is insufficient paper to print a maximum of 15 single-spaced lines
at 6 lines per inch or. 20 single-spaced lines at 8 lines per inch (approximately 2.5
inches of paper). Th~ condition is detected only when there is a transition from
paper to no paper during the paper spacing sequence for the printing of a line. The
status code is made available to the processor upon completion of printing that
line. When the processor acknowledge,s receipt of an Out of Forms status word, the
control unit does not turn on the Output Request signal. Before the control unit can
accept a new print function word, a Terminate function (23 or 33) must be issued.

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3.2.2.3. Invalid Function
Status Code: 508
The Invalid Function status code informs the processor that either the function
word received by the control unit specifies a function code not included in the
subsystem repertoire, or a data word was received in response to an Output Request
signal which was turned on following a Terminate without Interrupt function, or a
print function was received by the control unit when it was not ready for a print
operation. Anyone of these conditions causes the current function to be aborted
and the External Interrupt and the Invalid Function status code to be presented
to the processor immediately. When the processor acknowledges receipt of an Invalid
Function status word, the control unit does not turn on the Output Request signal.
Before the control unit can accept a new print function word, a Terminate function
(23 or 33) must be issued.
3.2.2.4. Interlock Fault
Status Code: 748
The Interlock Fault status code informs the processor that one of the following
abnormal conditions has occurred in the printer:

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•

Printer Power Fault

•

Paper Runaway (paper feed greater than 22 inches)

•

Ribbon Out

•

Cabinet Interlocks Open

•

Overheat

•

Carriage Out

Manual intervention is required before further operations on the printer are attempted.
When the control unit acknowledges receipt of an Interlock Fault status word, the
control unit does not turn on the Output Request signal. Before the control unit can
accept a new print function word, a Terminate function (23 or 33) must be issued.
3.2.3. Data Word
The data word contains the information to be printed. After the function word is received
and acted upon, data words are transferred from the processor to the subsystem. The
data word is a 36-bit processor word. Characters within a series of data words are
printed consecutively from left to right starting with the most significant character
and ending with the least significant character.

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3.3. TIMING
The variables which affect timing on the High Speed Printer Subsystem are described
below.

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3.3.1. General Characteristics
The increments of time which determine the printing speed upon receipt of a Print
Function by the control unit are as follows:
• Liile Spacing Sequence
•

Buffer memory loading sequence

•

Compare/print sequence

•

Processor/program response time

3.3.1.1. Line Spacing Sequence
The control unit initiates the line spacing sequence when either form of print
function is received. For the second or subsequent lines to be printed for a Print
without Interrupt function, the sequence is initiated when the first word of data is
received.
A print function with no line spacing encounters a 19-millisecond delay before the
line spacing sequence is considered complete. For a print function with line
spacing, the time is dependent on the spacing count and the setting of the 6 LI/
8 LI (6-LINES/8-LINES) switch on the printer. Table 3-1 lists the time required
for completion of the line spacing sequence for various line spacing parameters.

LINE SPACING
COUNT

0

MILLISECONDS AT 6
LINES PER INCH

19

MILLISECONDS AT 8
LINES PER INCH

19

1

19

19

2

27

23

3

35

29

*4

43

.

515

389

.
63

35

*Each additional line re{juires 8 milliseconds for 6 lines per inch spacing
and 6 milliseconds for 8 lines per inch spacing.

Table 3-1. Timing Requirements for the Line Spacing Sequence

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3.3.1.2. Buffer Memory Loading Sequence
This sequence is performed as follows:
(1) The control unit turns on an Output Request signal asking for a data word.
(2) The processor responds by sending a data word and an Output Acknowledge
signal.
(3) The control unit turns off the Output Request signal and stores each 6-bit
character of the output data word in its buffer memory. For each character,
an additional bit in the 7th level is stored in the buffer memory to indicate
whether or not the character is to be printed. The 7th level will contain a
1 bit for printable characters and a 0 bit for all nonprintable characters.
(4) The control unit cycles through these steps until it has stored the data from
22 words in its buffer memory or until it receives a data word containing a
stop code.
The buffer memory loading sequence is initiated following receipt of a print
function word when the Output Request signal asking for the first data word is
turned on (4 microseconds after the function is received).

If a stop code is detected in a character of any data word, the buffer memory
position corresponding to that character and all subsequen t buffer memory
positions are padded out and include a 0 bit in the 7th level to indicate
that a character is not to be printed for those positions.
For the second and each subsequent line to be printed for a Print without Interrupt
function, the buffer memory loading sequence is normally initiated one microsecond
after completion of the compare/print sequence for the previous line. However, if
the compare/print sequence for the first line is completed within 60 milliseconds
of the receipt of the Print without Interrupt function, or the compare/print sequence
for the second or a subsequent line is completed within 60 milliseconds of receipt
of the first data word for that line, then initiation of the buffer memory loading
sequence for the next line is delayed until the 60-millisecond delay timer has
expired. It should be noted that if a Terminate function is received in lieu of the
first data word for the second or a subsequent line while executing a Print without
Interrupt function, the buffer memory loading sequence for that line is aborted and
the Print without Interrupt function is considered complete.
The buffer memory loading sequence is considered complete when:
(1) data from 22 words have been stored in the buffer memory, or

(2) the control unit finishes loading the buffer memory by padding it with nonp rin ta ble co des after:
•

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receiving a Terminate function in lieu of any data word for a Print with
Interrupt function or for the first line to be printed for a Print without
Interrupt function, or

•

receiving a Terminate function in lieu of the second or a subsequent data
word for the second or a subsequent line for a Print without Interrupt function.

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The time required for completion of the buffer memory loading sequence is dependent
on how soon the processor responds to each request for an output data word. The
minimum time required for completion is about 600 microseconds. The buffer memory
loading sequence is normally overlapped by the line spacing sequence.
3.3.1.3. Compare/Print Sequence
The printing of a line is started when both the line spacing and loading sequences
are completed. The compare/print sequence is comprised of the following factors:
., synchronization of the control unit with the print drum.
•

comparison of each of the 132 codes stored in the buffer memory with each code
read from the code wheel of the print drum .

•

determining whether or not all printable codes stored in the buffer memory have
been printed.

The print drum and code wheel tum at 922 revolutions per minute (65 milliseconds
per revolution). The code wheel has the binary codes for 63 printable symbols
equally spaced around its periphery with an interval of 1,033 microseconds between
consecutive codes. Table 3-2 shows the sequence of the 63 printable symbols which
appear on the standard print drum with the octal codes for each symbol.
Each time a code is read from the code wheel, the buffer memory is scanned. A
comparison is made between the code read and the contents of each of the 132
positions in the buffer memory which contain a 1 bit in the 7th level. For each
position in which the compare equal is detected, the corresponding print actuator
is fired and the position in the buffer memory is charged to a nonprintable code
(7 level = 0 bit). During each scan a check is made to determine whether or not
any printable codes (7th level = 1 bit) were read from the buffer memory. If no
printable characters are recognized, the compare/print sequence for the line is
considered complete.
When the compare/print sequence is complete for a Print with Interrupt function,
the status word is generated and the External Interrupt signal will be turned on
within one microsecond after completion or 60 milliseconds after receipt of the
print function, whichever is latest. If the status code is Normal Completion, the
Output Request signal is turned on and the control unit is conditioned to receive
the next function within one microsecond of the time the External Interrupt signal
is acknowledged.

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When the compare/print sequence is completed for any line printed as a result
of a Print without Interrupt function, the Output Request signal is normally turned
on within one microsecond (subject to the 60-millisecond delay timer limitation)
and the control unit is conditioned to receive the first data word for the next line
to be printed.

PRINTER
SYMBOL

PROCESSOR
OCTAL CODE

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00
52
03
76
46
06
07
10

0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7

0

11

8

E

12
13
14
15
16
17
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37

@

%
#
J:(

&
A
B

F

G
H

I

J
K
L
M
N

0
P
Q
R
S

T
U
V

W

X
Y
Z

PROCESSOR
OCTAL CODE

PRINTER
SYMBOL

60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
70

9

71

*

41
50
75
74
56
47
42
51
72
40
44
73
45
53
43
01
55
54
02
04
57

/
,
$

+
(

,
)

=
;

>
:

<
[
!
?

)

t:..
/
f

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Table 3-2. Sequence of Printer Symbols/Processor
Code Assignments

In summary, the time required for the compare/print
to 1,033 microseconds for synchronization between
drum-1,033 microseconds times the number of scan
symbols; and 1,033 microseconds for the final scan
the compare/print sequence.

sequence consists of from 0
the control unit and the print
cycles necessary to print all
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3.3.1.4. Processor/Program Response Time
The processor/program response time is the interval from turn on of the External
Interupt signal until the time of receipt of the next print function by the control
unit. It is significant in determining maximum printing rates.
The processor/program response time can be affected in varying degrees by any
of the following:
•

The delay encountered until the processor's priority circuitry permits recogni.tion
of the External Interrupt signal.

•

Delays encountered while processing other higher priority interrupts or I/O
operations.

•

Analysis of the status word received from the control unit.

•

Selection of the next print function and sending it to the control unit.

3.3.1.5. Printing Speed
The variables which determine the time to print a series of lines are:
•

the line spacing sequence time

•

the buffer memory loading sequence time

•

the compare/print sequence time

•

the processor/program response time.

The following example discusses these variables and calculates the number of
sequential sym boIs which can be printed at 922 lines per minute:
Assume that the Print with Interrupt (128) function specifying single
line spacing is used, that the line spacing sequence overlaps the
buffer memory loading sequence, and that the processor/program
response time is 300 microseconds.
To print at 922 lines per minute, a line must be printed for each
revolution of the drum, (every 65.076 milliseconds). Subtracting 19
milliseconds for line spacing time; 300 microseconds for the
processor/program response time, and 1,033 microseconds (the time
for completion of the compare/print sequence); leaves 44.743 milliseconds for all but the final scan cycle of the compare/print sequence.
Dividing this value by the 1,033 microseconds, the time required for
each scan cycle, the result is slightly more than 43.
Printing can proceed at 922 lines per minute using Print with Interrupt functions
when the characters to be printed on each line fall within a consecutive range of
43 out of the 63 characters on the print drum.

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Table 3-3 shows the range of characters permitted on each line to maintain a
922 lines per minute print speed for various line spacing parameters based on the
above assumptions.
The formula* for calculating additional entries in Table 3-3 is:
N = 64.043 - (LSST + P /PRT)
1.033
N = allowable character range (within the 63 character set)

where:

LSST = the line spacing sequence time in milliseconds
P /PRT = the processor/program response time in milliseconds
For printing the full range of 63 characters on each line, the formula for the calculation of approximate print speed in lines per minute is:
S = 60,000
LSST + P/PRT + 66.626

LINE SPACING
PARAMETER

6 LINES
PER INCH

SINGLE SPACING

43

43

DOUBLE SPACING

35

37

TRIPLE SPACING

27

31

8 LINES
PER INCH

Table 3-3. Calculated Character Range for Maximum Print Speed

* The formula is not valid if P/PRT is greater than 5 milliseconds.

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4. OPERATION

4.1. OPERATOR'S RESPONSIBILITIES
The Printer Subsystem operator is responsible for the following:
•

Turning on and turning off the subsystem as required.

•

Observing and responding to indications appearing on the various operator control
panels described in this section.

•

Performing the maintenance procedure described in this section.

•

Seeing that the environment inside the room containing the subsystem is within the
specifications given in B3. Any deviation from these specifications may lead to a
decrease in system reliability.

4.2. CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
Controls and indicators on the components of the High Speed Printer Subsystem are
described in the following paragraphs.
4.2.1. Printer
The Printer is equipped with two control panels: the Operator's Control Panel,
which permits monitoring of the operations of the printer and physical adjustment
of the printer mechanism and paper-transport mechanism, and the Power Control
Panel, which provides voltage overload protection for the printer. There is also a
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4.2.1.1. Printer Operator's Control Panel
The Printer Operator's Control Panel is divided into two separate panels: the
Left-hand Control Panel (Figure 4-1) and the Right-hand Control Panel (Figure
4-2). Tables 4-1 and 4-2 give a description and operational summary of the items
on both panels.

MANUAL
PRINT

SYSTEM
START

OFF
UNE

Visible only
when lit

DC
NOT OPERATIONAL ON
THIS SUBSYSTEM

RIBBON
CHANGE

ABNORMAL
PRINT

PRINT DENSITY
POWER

FAULT

FORMS
RUNAWAY

FORM
ADVANCE
CARRIAGE

IN

FORM TENSION

FORM THICKNESS

CONTINUOUS

~

~

fORMS
OUT

lNT'l'K

SINGLE
LINE

CARRIAGE
OUT

RIBBON
OUT

OVER
HEAT

Figure 4-1.

CODE
WHEEL

Left-Hand Control Panel

Figure 4-2.

Right-Hand Control Panel

4.2.1.2. Printer Power Control Panel
The Power Control Panel (Figure 4-3) contains circuit breakers for primary AC
power distribution and application of power to the main blower, print-head fans,
static eliminator, carriage motor, paper-feed motor and print-drum motor. Each
item on the control panel is described in Table 4-3.
4.2.1.3.6-Lines/8-Lines Switch
Located inside the upper panel on the left-hand side of the printer is the 6 LI/
8 LI toggle switch. This switch controls the number of vertical spaces per inch
(6 lines or 8 lines) to be used during a print operation.

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COLOR

AC
DC

White

Alternate-action switch with a split indicator.
Permits initial turn-on sequence when the main
circuit breaker is closed. Operation of the switch
causes the AC section to light and initiates the
turn-on sequence. When the low voltage DC is
stabilized, the DC section is lighted. Depressing
the switch when both sections are lit turns off
DC power.

READY

Green

Momentary-action switch. When indicator is lit,
printer is ready for use. If the READY indicator
is extinguished, the printer is not ready for use.
When a fault (Interlock, Power Fault, etc.) occurs,
manual intervention must be exercised. After
correction of fault, depression of the READY
switch should make the printer available to
system and light the READY indicator.

b. Knobs and Rocker Pushbuttons

TYPE

FUNCTION

FORM
THICKNESS

Knob

Adjusts distance between print head and print
drum. Rotate dial counterclockwise to accommodate increased form thickness. This adjustment
varies position of carriage stops and must be done
with carriage in the "out" po sition.

LINE
POSITION

Knob

Adjusts vertical position of a preprinted form with
respect to the print line (printer hammer line).
Rotate dial clockwise to raise the preprinted
form with respect to print line. Rotate dial counterclockwise to lower the preprinted form. This
adjustment may be made while printer is in
operation and may be varied until desired
positioning is achieved.

FORM
TENSION

Knob

Adjusts vertical tension on paper. Turn knob
clockwise to increase tension; turn knob counterclockwise to decrease tension. The carriage must
be out.

PRINT
DENSITY

Fourposition
rotary
switch

Four-position switch that may be set according
to the desired print density. The density should
be increased as the num ber of print copies
increases. Rotating the switch clockwise causes
the print hammers to move faster and strike
harder.

MARKING

Table 4-1. Left.hand Control Panel

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FUNCTION

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START

Green

Not operational on this subsystem.

SYSTEM
STOP

Red

Not operational on this subsystem.

MANUAL
PRINT

White

Not operational on this subsystem.

OFF
LINE

White

Alternate-action switch for activating FORM
ADVANCE circuitry. The printer is operational
regardless of the position of this switch.

RIBBON
CHANGE

White

Alternate-action switch. Depressin g switch
lights indicator and causes ribbon to stop
after it has reached maximum wind-up
position on upper mandrel, at which time
the printer goes to a non ready condition.
Depression of lighted RIBBON CHANGE
switch and READY switch in that order
extinguishes RIBBON CHANGE indicator,
lights READY indicator and restores printer
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MARKING

LEFT
TRACTORS

TYPE

FUNCTION

Knob

A mechanical control which enables operator
to adjust printer to take forms of various widths.
When operated, it will move both upper and
lower left-hand tractors. Clockwise rotation
moves tractors to the right and counterclockwise
rotation moves tractors to the left.

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BOTH

Rocker
Pushbutton

NOTE: Tractor locks must be released by
pressing them in toward the tractor
shafts before attempting to position
the tractors.
A two-position switch. When set in BOTH position,
permits both sets of tractors (left and right) to be
moved simultaneously with either dial. When set
away from BOTH position, permits individual
tractor adjustment.

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TYPE

FUNCTION

Knob

Similar to LEFT TRACTORS dial except that
control is maintained over the right set of
tractors after the locks are released.

CARRIAGE IN!
CARRIAGE OUT

Rocker
Pushbutton

A two-position switch. Setting this switch in
the CARRIAGE OUT position will cause the
carriage to move away frQm the paper and the
READY indicator will be extinguished. Setting
this switch in the CARRIAGE IN position will
cause the carriage to move to printing position.

CONTINUOUS!
SINGLE LINE

Rocker
Pushbutton

A momentary-action rocker-type switch pivoted
at its center. Used to manually advance paper
when the OFF LINE indicator is lit. Pressing
switch below center (SINGLE LINE) causes
paper to be advanced one line. Pressing switch
above center (CONTINUOUS) advances paper
continuously until switch is released. The
switch returns to the center position when
released. Do not activate during print operation.

RIGHT
TRACTORS

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c. Indicators
MARKING

ABNORMAL
PRINT
POWER
FAULT

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Lights when any actuator fuse is blown. The ready condition
is restored when the fuse is replaced.
Lights to indicate DC fault. After correction of fault, the
printer is ready after a 45-second timing cycle.

FORMS
RUNAWAY

Lights whenever there has been 22 inches of continuous paper
feed without an intervention. After the fault has been corrected,
the READY switch must be depressed to clear indicator, and
make the printer ready. (No error condition exists when paper
is spaced manually.)

FORMS
OUT

Lights when there are 2.5 inches of paper remaining below print
head. When condition has been corrected, printer will become
ready. When READY switch is depressed, the FORMS OUT
indicator will be extinguished.
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FUNCTION

MARKING

INT'L'K

Lights to indicate printer interlock is open. This safety device
automatically opens the AC supply circuit when a cabinet panel
or upper carriage cover is opened. It is extinguished when the
cause for the interlock is corrected or when the interlock is
defeated. The printer becomes ready after 45-second timing
cycle.

RIBBON
OUT

Lights after depression of RIBBON CHANGE switch and when
ribbon is just switching from upper take up mandrel and preparing
to wind down onto lower mandrel. After ribbon has been changed,
RIBBON CHANGE switch must be pressed to clear indicator.
Press READY switch to restore ready condition.

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CODE
WHEEL

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Lights to indicate excessive temperature or air flow failure.
Correct the fault and printer becomes ready after 45-second
timing cycle.
Not operational on this subsystem.

Table 4-2. Right-hand Control Panel (Sheet 3 of 3)

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FUNCTION

lCBl

Circuit Breaker

Combination switch and overload breaker for
main AC power lines entering printer. Rating
is 10 amps.

lCB2

Circuit Breaker

Limits main blower current.

lCB3

Circuit Breaker

Limits print-head fans and static eliminator
current.

lCB4

Circuit Breaker

Limits carriage motor curren t.

lCBS

Circuit Breaker

Limits current in relay circuits, remote/
local power switch, and ribbon control
circuits.

lCB6

Circuit Breaker

Limits paper-feed and print-drum motors
current.

lCB7

Circuit Breaker

Limits convenience outlet current to 2
amps.

lJl

Receptacle

3-pole convenience outlet furnishing l1S
V AC at maximum of 2 amps.

lSI

Toggle Switch

Selects mode of primary power application,
either local (up position) or remote (down
position).

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4.2.2. Control Unit
The Control Unit contains two panels which permit the operator and the Univac
Field Engineer to exercise offline and limited online control of the subsystem.
Of the two, the most significant to the operator is the Control Unit's Operator
Panel. The other is the Maintenance Panel which is used for diagnostic purposes.
4.2.2.1. Control Unit's Operator Panel
The Control Unit's Operator Panel, shown in Figure 4-4, gives the operator
a means of turning off subsystem power and observing certain physical conditions within the printer and the control unit. This panel is located on the
upper left-hand side on the front of the control cabinet. A description of the
panel components is given in Table 4-4.

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F AUL T PRINTER 1
FAULT PRINTER 2

FUNCTION

These indicators light when any of the following
conditions exist in the respective printer:
Ribbon out
Power fault
Forms runaway
Carriage out
High temperature
Interlock
The F AUL T PRINTER 2 indicator can be lighted
only in the dual printer configuration.

FAULT

Lights when any of the following conditions exist
in the control unit:
Low voltage
High current
High temperature
Loss of air

TEST

Lights when any of the switches on the Maintenance
Panel, other than the 62 CHAR/63 CHAR switch, are
imp rop erly po si tioned.

OFF SWITCH

When depressed, turns the control unit off. Lights
green when power is on and red when DC power is
off.

Table 4-4. Control Unit's Operator Panel

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4.2.2.2. Control Unit's Maintenance Panel
The Control Unit's Maintenance Panel, shown in Figure 4-5, is primarily of
significance to the Univac Field Engineer, permitting him to control and observe
certain subsystem operations. The panel is located behing the back cover of
the control unit.
Two toggle switches (62 CHAR/63 CHAR and PTR) and two pushbutton switches
(POWER CONTROL - OFF and ON) located at the bottom right side of this
panel may be of significance to the operator. The functions of the switches
are as follows:
62 CHAR/63 CHAR: In the 62 CHAR position, the 05 8 and 778 codes are nonprintable. The 778 code is defined as a stop code which causes all characters
which follow it to be nonprintable. The 62 CHAR position is normal. The 63
CHAR positio~ permits operating with the 058 code as the only nonprintable
code.
POWER PTR/OFF switch: This switch should always be in OFF (down)
position.
POWER CONTROL/OFF and ON: These switches control the AC power applied
to the control cabinet.

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The following paragraphs describe the turn-on, turn-off and paper loading procedures
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4.3.1. Turn-On Procedure
Before initiating the procedure for turning on the subsystem, the condition of the
lSI (local/remote) switch located on the printer and that of the PTR switch on
the control unit must be determined. It is recommended that the conditions of these
switches satisfy local turn-on and subsystem power be turned on at each unit.
For local turn-on, the recommended procedure is as follows:
4.3.1.1. On The Control Unit
Before turning on the control unit make certain that all cabinet panels are in
place, all interlocks are closed and that maintenance work is not being done on
the unit.
(1) If conditions are normal, ensure that the PTR switch, located on the Maintenance Panel, is in the OFF (down) position.
(2) Place the 62 CHAR/63 CHAR switch, located on the Maintenance Panel,
in the desired position.
(3) Depress the POWER CONTROL ON switch. The OFF SWITCH indicator
located on the Operator Panel will light green.
4.3.1.2. On The Printer
Before attempting to turn power onto the printer, make certain that all cabinet
panels are in place and closed, the interlocks are closed, and maintenance is
not being done on the unit.
(1)

If prepower conditions are normal at the printer, only the POWER FAULT
indication is lit on the Diagnostic Panel.

(2)

Depress the AC/DC switch/indicator on the Left-hand Control Panel. If
the AC indicator does not light immediately, check the circuit breaker
panel on the rear of the printer.

(3) If a circuit breaker opens, its associated button on the circuit breaker
panel pops out. Depress the circuit breaker button to reset the circuit
breaker.
(4)

If the DC portion of the AC/DC switch/indicator does not light, remove
the rear paper guide, the paper-storage tray, and the guide adjusting bar
from the rear of the printer. Open the access panel and locate the DC
circuit breaker. The lCBl circuit breaker .switch should be in the up
position as shown in Figure 4-3.

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CAUTION

If any circuit breaker cannot be reset or if, when reset,
the fault persists, call a Univac Field Engineer.
(5) When the circuit breakers are all reset, close all the cabinet panels and again
depress the AC/DC switch.
(6) If there are no further faults, the AC and DC indicators light and after a 45second delay, the READY indicator lights automatically. If the FORMS OUT
fault indicator is lit, a new paper form must be loaded before operation.

4.3.2. Turn-Off Procedure
The procedure for turning off the subsystem involves taking the necessary precautions
to insure that no print operations are in progress and then remove power from the
units in the following sequence:
- Printer: Depress AC/DC switch, located on Left-hand Control Panel, indicator
extin guishes.
- Control Unit:

Depress OFF switch, located on Operator Panel,
lights red.

indicator

4.3.3. Paper Loading Procedure
(1) Depress the OFF LINE switch/indicator (indicator lights) so that the FORM
ADV ANCE switch can be activated.

(2) Depress the CARRIAGE OUT rocker pushbutton. Raise the transparent top
cover and lift the retaining clamps on both sides of the form.
(3) Lift the old paper off the sprockets and slide it through to the rear of the
printer.
(4) If forms of the same width are to be loaded and the print line is not shifted
right or left, ignore steps 5, 6, 8, 9, and 10 for releasing and repositioning
the tractor locks. If forms of different widths are to be loaded, release the
top tractor locks on the Type 0755 Printer and/or the top and bottom tractor
locks on the Type 0751 Printer.

(5) Depress the rocker pushbutton labeled BOTH on the Right-hand Control Panel
away from the BOTH position to uncouple the tractor control knobs.
(6) Position the tractor locks by means of the left and right tractor knobs on the
Right-hand Control Panel so that they are spaced approximately the width of the
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(7) Place a supply of paper on the floor in the recess in the front of the printer.
Feed the paper up between the carriage and the ribbon and place the sprocket
holes of the paper on the sprockets (top and bottom).
(8) Position the left-hand tractor to align it with the left-hand sprocket holes 0'£
the paper. Close the retaining clamps and carefully move the right tractor to
the right to place the form under slight horizontal tension.
(9) Depress the tractor-coupling pushbutton to the BOTH position and adjust the
form horizontally to the position desired.
(10) Pull the tractor locks (two on Type 0755 Printer, four on Type 0751 Printer)
up to lock the form into position.
(11) Depress the CARRIAGE IN pushbutton and depress the CONTINUOUS part of
the FORM ADVANCE pushbutton until the paper is at the required starting
position.
(12) Depress the OFF LINE switch/indicator (indicator extinguishes) to deactivate
the FORM ADVANCE rocker switch.

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4.4. ERROR CONDITIONS AND CORRECTIONS
An error condition in the subsystem is reflected by a status word or fault indication on
the Diagnostic Panel of the printer. Operator's procedures for correcting fault indications
are described in Table 4-5.

FAULT

PROCEDURE

ABNORMAL PRINT

Indicates that a fuse is open on a circuit card or that a
circuit card is missing. Call Univac Field Engineer.

POWER FAULT

Indicates an open circuit breaker (except for the main
circuit breaker) or no power on at the printer. If circuit
breakers are all closed and fault persists call a Univac
Field Engineer.

FORMS RUNAWAY

Indicates 22 inches of continuous paper feed. First try to
clear the fault by depressing the READY switch, but if
fault reappears, call a Univac Field Engineer.

FORMS OUT

Lights when paper is about 2.5 inches from end. Reload
paper. Depress READY switch/indicator (indicator
extinguishes); otherwise, subsequent FORMS OUT will
not be reco gnized.

INT'L'K

Lights when any cabinet interlock is open. Press each
cabinet panel to make certain that the associated
interlocks are closed. If the fault persists, call a
Univac Field Engineer.

RIBBON OUT

Lights after the RIBBON CHANGE switch has been
depressed and the ribbon has wound onto the top
mandrel. Change the ribbon.

OVER HEAT

Li ghts when cabinet interior exceeds 120' F.
Before calling a Univac Field Engineer, make certain
that the front or side cabinet vents are not blocked.
If any vents are blocked, remove the obstruction and
wait a few minutes for the temperature to drop. If
the fault indication remains lit, call a Univac Field
Engineer.

CODE WHEEL

Not operational on this subsystem.

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4.5. OPERATOR PERFORMED MAINTENANCE
Operator performed maintenance instructions for the printer are presented in a stepby-step form with illustrations to augment the text. Operator performed maintenance
instructions do not require the use of tools.
Inspection or preventive maintenance schedules may call for changing the ribbon of
the printer. Change the ribbon as follows:
(1) Depress the RIBBON CHANGE switch/indicator; indicator lights and stays lit
until the ribbon-reversing point is reached with the ribbon on the upper mandrel.
(2) When the ribbon is wound out and ready to be changed, the RIBBON OUT
indicator lights and the READY indicator extinguishes.
(3) Depress the OFF LINE switch (indicator lights) and the CARRIAGE OUT
pushbutton.
(4) Raise the hinged carriage cover to gain access to the ribbon.
(5) Lower the lower carriage to gain access to lower mandrel.
(6) Use the three-position inching switch (Figure 4-6a) to wind the ribbon completely
around the top mandrel (Figure 4-6b).
(7) Unpack the new ribbon from its carton. Put on the plastic gloves that are packed
in the carton and save the carton for the old ribbon.
(8) Remove front guide roller (Figure 4-6c); push roller to right to release left-hand
end.
(9) Remove the bId ribbon (Figure 4-6d); push ribbon to left to release right-hand
end.
CAUTION
Use only a 45-yard ribbon with the Type 0755 Line Printer.
(10) Unwrap the new ribbon and load it on the drive hubs. Install left end first.
Ribbon must feed from the top of the roll in towards the printer.
(11) Thread the new ribbon as shown in Figure 4-6e and 4-6f.
(12) Remove the takeup mandrel to wrap a few turns of the ribbon around it. Replace
it as shown in Figure 4-6g.
(13) Replace the front guide roller. Make certain that the ribbon correction switch is
on top of the ribbon as shown in Figure 4-6h.
(14) Take up ribbon slack by turning the takeup mandrel manually. Wind the ribbon
securely onto the takeup mandrel by using the inching switch. When ribbon is
secure, return the inching switch to the center position for normal operation.

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(15) Lower the upper carriage cover, raise the lower carriage cover and depress the
CARRIAGE IN pushbutton.
(16) A printing test cannot be run offline; it must be run in conjunction with a test
program. One offline operational check that can be made is to depress both the
CONTINUOUS and SINGLE LINE position of the FORM ADVANCE pushbutton.
As the paper moves through the printer, the ribbon mechanism is activated.
Ribbon movements may be visually inspected by dropping the lower carriage
cover.

a. Complete Ribbon Transfer

b. Old Ribbon Wound onto Top Mandrel

c. Remove Front Guide Roller

Figure 4-6. Changing Ribbon (Sheet 1 of 2)

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ROLLERS

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ROLLER

e. Thread New Ribbon

f. Ribbon Threading Path

g. Replace Take-up Mandrel

h. Replace Front Guide Roller

Figure 4-6. Changing Ribbon (Sheet 2 of 2)

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APPENDIX A. TYPE 0751
HIGH SPEED PRINTER

AI. DESCRIPTION
Appendi x A contains information for operation of the High Speed Printer Subsystem
which includes the Type 0751 High Speed Printer. Only the information which is uniquely
associated with this printer is included in Appendix A. Details, which apply equally
well whether operating with or without this printer, are not repeated.
A1.1. General
The High Speed Printer Subsystem equipped with Type 0751 Printer provides printing
capabilities equal to those already described in the manual. The basic differences
between the two printers include a slight variation in the control panel and hardware characteristics, which does not affect the programmer or operator.

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A1.2. Configurations
Table A-1 identifies by name and type numbers the units which
subsystem. It should be noted that the control unit and auxiliary
type numbers identical to those for the subsystem equipped with
Printer but require field modification before being used with the

NUMBER REQUIRED

SUBSYSTEM
COMPONENT

TYPE NUMBER

SINGLE PRINTER

0751-00

1

2*

Printer
Con trol
Unit

7299-03

1

1

Auxiliary
Control
Unit

7299-04

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Printer

*Second printer can be either Type 0751 or Type 0755

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control unit have
the Type 0755
Type 0751 Printer.

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A2.1.

Controls and Indicators
Controls and indicators on the components of the Type 0751 Printer are described
in the following paragraphs.

A2.1.1. P rin ter
The Type 0751 Printer is equipped with two control panels; the Operator Control
Panel, which permits monitoring of the operations of the printer and physical
adjustment of the printer mechanism and paper-transport mechanism, and the
Power Control Panel which provides voltage overload protection for the printer.
A2.1.1.1. Printer Operator's Control Panel
The Printer Operator's Control Panel is divided into two separate panels: the
Right-hand Control Panel (Figure A-I) containing seven indicator switches,
three toggle switches, two control dials, and eight indicating lamps (mounted
on a smaller panel, called a Diagnostic Panel); and the Left-hand Control
Panel (Figure A-2) containing four manual controls. Tables A-2 and A-3
give a description and operational summary of the items on both panels.

FORM
ADVANCE

CONTINUOUS

Ej
SINGLE

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LINE

6-LINES

LEFT

TRACTORS

(Q)

FORM THICKNESS

OUT

CARRIAGE IN

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INCREASE \

FORMS
RUNAWAY

FORMS

OUT

RIGHT
TRACTORS

FORM TENSION

LIN E POSITION

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CARRIAGE

a-LiNES

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Figure A-2.

Left-hand Control Panel

INT'L'K

RIBBON
OUT

OVER
HEAT

CODE
WHEEL

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POWER ON
STANDBY

WHITE

Alternate-action switch with split indicator. The
STANDBY section is illuminated when DC power is
applied to the printer. Depressing switch lights
POWER ON portion of the indicator and initiates
the PQwer sequence on the printer. When the
sequence is complete, the READY indicator lights.
Depressing the POWER ON/STANDBY switch when
both indicators are lit causes AC power to be
removed from the printer; the POWER ON indicator
is extin guished.

READY

GREEN

Momentary-action switch. When indicator is lit,
printer is ready for use. If the READY indicator
is extinguished, the printer is not ready for operation. When a fault, (Interlock, Power Fault, etc.)
occurs, manual intervention must be exercised.
After correction of fault, depression of the READY
switch should make the printer available to system
and light the READY indicator.

SYSTEM
START

GREEN

Not operational on this subsystem.

OFF LINE

WHITE

Alternate-action switch for activating FORM
ADVANCE circuitry. Printer is operational regardless of the position of this switch.

MANUAL
PRINT

WHITE

Not operational on this subsystem.

SYSTEM
STOP

RED

Not operational on this subsystem.

RIBBON
CHANGE

WHITE

Alternate-action switch. Depressing switch lights
indicator and causes ribbon to stop after it has
reached maximum wind-up position on upper
mandrel at which time the printer goes to a
nonready condition. Depression of lighted
RIBBON CHANGE switch and READY switch,
in that order, extinguishes RIBBON CHANGE
indicator, lights READY indicator, and restores
printer to ready condition.

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TYPE
Knob

FUNCTION

A mechanical control which enables operator
to adjust printer to take forms of various widths.
When operated, it will move both upper and
lower left-hand tractors. Clockwise rotation
moves tractors to the right and counterclockwise
rotation moves tractors to the left.
NOTE: Tractor locks must be released by
pressing them in toward the tractor shafts
before attempting to position the tractors.

BOTH

Rocker
Pushbutton

Two-position switch. When set in BOTH position,
permits both sets of tractors (left and right) to be
moved simultaneously with either dial. When set
away from BOTH position, permits individual
tractor adjustment.

RIGHT
TRACTORS

Knob

Similar to LEFT TRACTORS dial except that
control is maintained over the right set of tractors
after the locks are released and the BOTH switch
is off.

CARRIAGE IN/Rocker
CARRIAGE
Pushbutton
OUT

FORM
ADVANCE
CONTINUOUS/
SINGLE
LINE

Rocker
Pushbutton

A two-position switch. Setting this switch in the
CARRIAGE OUT pOSition will cause the carriage
to move away from the paper and the READY
indicator will be extinguished. Setting this
switch in the CARRIAGE IN position will cause
the carriage to move to printing position.
A momentary-action rocker-type switch pivoted
at its center. Used to manually advance paper
when OFF LINE indicator is lit. Pressing switch
below center (SINGLE LINE) causes paper to be
advanced one line. Pressing switch above center
(CONTINUOUS) advances paper continuously
until switch is released. The switch returns to the
center position when released. Do not activate
during print operation.

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FUNCTION

CARRIAGE
OUT

Lights when carriage is out. Extinguishes when carriage is
moved in.

POWER
FAULT

Lights to indicate DC fault. After correction of fault, the
printer is ready after a 45-second timing cycle.

FORMS
RUNAWAY

Lights whenever there has been 22 inches of continuous
paper feed without an intervention. After the fault has been
corrected, the READY switch must be depressed to clear
indicator and make the printer ready.

FORMS OUT

Lights when there are 2.5 inches of paper remaining below
print head. When condition has been corrected, printer will
become ready. When READY switch is depressed, the
FORMS OUT indicator will be extinguished.

INT'L'K

Lights to indicate printer interlock is open. This safety
device automatically opens the AC supply circuit whenever
a cabinet panel or upper carriage cover is opened. It is
extinguished when the cause for the interlock opening is
corrected or when the interlock is defeated. The printer
becomes ready after 45-second timing cycle.

RIBBON OUT

Lights after depression of RIBBON CHANGE switch and
when ribbon is just switching from upper take up mandrel and
preparing to wind down onto lower mandrel. After ribbon has
been changed, RIBBON CHANGE switch must be pressed
to clear indicator. Press READY switch to restore ready
condition.

OVER HEAT

Lights to indicate excessive temperature or air flow
failure. Correct the fault and printer becomes ready
after 45-second timing cycle.

CODE WHEEL

Not operational on this subsystem.

*Since the indicators on the Type 0751 Printer are the same as the Type 0755
Printer but positioned differently, the operator procedures for printer fault corrections listed in Table 4-5 also apply to the Type 0751 Printer.

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TYPE

FUNCTION

Adjusts distance between print head and
print drum. Rotate dial counterclockwise to
accommodate increased form thickness. This
adjustment varies position of carriage stops
and must be done with carriage in the "out"
position .

FORM
THICKNESS

Knob

LINE
POSITION

Knob

FORM.
TENSION

Knob

Adjusts vertical tension on paper. Turn knob
clockwise to increase tension; turn knob
counterclockwise to decrease tension. The
carriage must be out.

6 LINES/
8 LINES

Rocker
Pushbutton

Controls the number of vertical spaces per
inch (6 lines or 8 lines) to be used during
a print operation.

. Adjusts vertical position of a preprinted
form with respect to the print line (printer
hammer line). Rotate dial clockwise to
raise the preprilf1:ed form with respect'to
print line. Rotate dial counterclockWise to
lower the preprinted form. This adjustment
may be made while printer is in operation
and may be varied until desired positioning
is achieved.

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The Printer Power Control Panel (Figure A-3) contains control devices and
fuses and blown fuse indicators. The items on the control panel which are of
interest to the operator are described in Table A-4.
A2.1.1.3. Density Control
The DENSITY control is a four-position rotary switch, used to vary the print
density of the Type 0751 Printer. The density should be increased as the
number of print copies increases. Rotating the switch clockwise causes the
print hammers to move faster and strike harder. This switch is located on the
rear of the printer, inside the little square door on the left-hand side.

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L.V. PRI
2A SB
BLOWER
1.5A SB
FANS
lA SB

LOCAL

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REMOTE

TYPE WHEEL
1.5A SB
PAPER FEED
1.5A SB
CARRIAGE
3A SB
48V PRI
lA SB
RIBBON FEED
1.5A SB

MAIN
POWER
ON

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+20V
1.5A

D.C. FAULT

-30V
lA

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HV CONTROL RELAY
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RELAY CONTROL
2A SB

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LAMP CHECK

-48V D O
1.5A SB

f'2\.n
'W
OFF

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' This meter indkates' tneho.u.rs, and tenths of hours that the
printer has been energi~ecl, rega,rdless of whethe·r it is printing
or not. The meter cannot be reset.

ELAPSED TIME

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This switch is a single-pole, toggle switch which controls the
mode of operatioq, either loc~l orreinote:In the LOCAL
position,controlof power is maintained thrO~gh 'the POWER
ON / STAND BY switch on the printer' control panel. It is recommended'that the position of this switch remain in local turn-on.
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This switch is a 25-ampere overload breaker. When in the OFF
positidn, interrupts all power with the exception of convenience
outlet power. When in the ON position, standby power is
applied.
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CONVENIENCE
OUTLET

Thisis "a three-pole outlet providing 117 V AC and an equipment
ground. The outlet is" always energiz~d regardless of the position
of the MAIN POWER ON/OFF switch. It is rated for 15 amps.

LAMP CHECK

This switch is a two;.positio~,toggle switch. When in the LAMP
CHECK position,. the switch.energizes all the lamps 011 the Righthand Control Panel for checkirig.purposes.

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Although the Type 0751 Printer maintains the same basic components as the Type
0755, the ribbon idler arms are located differently. Figure A-4 shows the basic
relationship of the parts of Type 0751 printer mechanism.

RIBBON SUPPLY
HAMMERS

TAKE-UP

{

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PAPER FEED
DIRECTION

Figure A-4. Type 0751 Printer Mechanism

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APPENDIX B. SUMMARY OF PHYSICAL
CHARACTERISTICS AND
OPERATIONAL
REQUIREMENTS

B1. PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS

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are contained in Table B-1.
DIMENSIONS

CONTROL UNIT

PRINTER

Height (inches)*

64

55

Width (inches)

24

44

Depth (inches)

36

34

700

1250

Weight (pounds)

*plus jackpads with 0 to 2 inches of adjustment

Table B-1.

Physical Characteristics

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B2. HEA T DISSIPATION
The amount of heat dissipation of the various units is as follows:
Printer Control Cabinet

2150 Btu/hr

Auxiliary Control Cabinet

1370 Btu/hr

Printer Cabinet

4800 Btu/hr

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B3. ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
The environmental requirements for the Printer Subsystem consist of supplying its
components with air conditioning to the specifications in Table B-2.

REQUIREMENTS

CONTROL CABINET

PRINTER CABINET

Operating Temperature

60 to 85 0 F

60 to 85 0 F

Humidity

20% to 85%

40% to 70%

Table B-2.

Environmental Requirements

Each unit is equipped with its own blower for the proper utilization of conditioned air.
The amount of air required for proper cooling is:
Printer Control Cabinet

500 cfm

Auxiliary Control Cabinet

500 cfm

Printer Cabinet

900 cfm

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B4. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
The electrical requirements for the units comprising the Printer Subsystem are given
below in Table B-3.
PARAMETERS

Control

INPUT
VOLTAGE

Printer

Control
LINE
CURRENT

POWER
FACTOR

A. 24 VDC ± 10%
B. 208 VAC ± 2%, 3-phase, 60 ± 0.5 CPS, unregulated
C. 208 VAC + 18V - 21V, 3-phase, 60/400 CPS,
regulated
D. 120 V AC, single-phase, 60 ± 0.5 CPS
Input taps from 260 to 190 VAC, in 10 VAC increments, ± 15%, single-phase, 60 ± 0.5 CPS
A. 0.4 A (maximum) (24 VDC)
B. 0.8 A (maximum) (208 V AC Unreg)
C. 1.5 A (single control); 3A (dual control)
(208 V AC Reg)
D. 20 A (maximum) (120 V AC) (convenience
outlets)

Printer

7 amperes (maximum, rms) while printing in all
columns at 922 lpm and at + 15% (max) of
voltage selected at input tap.

Control

627 W (master control cabinet)
1027 W (auxiliary plus master control cabinet)

Printer

1400 W (max power requirement)

Control

83% (minimum)

Printer

83% (minimum)

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POWER
INPUT

SPECIFICATION

CABINET

Table B-3. Electrical Requirements

BS. SUBSYSTEM CABLING
Power and inter-unit cables enter each cabinet at the bottom, either from a false or
by a surface raceway. Maximum cable lengths are given in Table B-4.

USED BETWEEN

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MAXIMUM LENGTH

Processor and Printer Control Unit

200 feet

Printer Control Unit and Printer

100 feet

Table B-4. Allowable Cable Lengths

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