Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX Laser Printing System Installation Planning Guide April 1998 721P85600
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Related publications The Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX Laser Printing System Installation Planning Guide is part of the eight manual reference set for your laser printing system. The entire reference set is listed in the table below. Several other related documents are also listed for your convenience.
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Table of Contents Related publications iii Notice iii Introduction ix What this guide contains ix Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX Laser Printing System Document Set xi Responsibilities 1. xiii Xerox or Xerox Limited responsibilities xiii Customer responsibilities xiv Installation planning checklist xv LPS overview 1-1 The Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX LPS Base components 2.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Printer Space planning guidelines Clearance space requirements Shared space 3-4 3-7 3-7 3-7 Cable lengths 3-10 Cable locations 3-11 Efficiency of use 3-12 Delivery access requirements 3-12 Environmental/electrical requirements 3-16 DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX LPS power receptacle requirements 3-18 50 Hz WYE printer outlet voltages 3-19 50 Hz DELTA printer outlet voltages 3-20 50 Hz system controller and peripheral cabinet power cord configurations 3-21 60 Hz printer outl
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Introduction Soon your new Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX Laser Printing System (LPS) will be delivered. As with any new equipment, certain things must be in place before the equipment can be installed.
INTRODUCTION The IPG is one of many manuals designed to help you receive maximum benefit from your Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX LPS. You receive the IPG first to help you prepare for your system’s installation. To help you select the appropriate document for your needs, the following section identifies the documents in the set and describes the information contained in each.
INTRODUCTION Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX Laser Printing System Document Set The Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX Laser Printing System document Set includes the following documents: Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX LPS Operator Guide Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX LPS PDL Reference Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX LPS System Generation Guide Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX LPS Operations Reference This reference contains the following information: • • • • • • • • System Overview Keyboar
INTRODUCTION Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX LPS Forms Creation Guide This reference contains the following information: • • • • Coding and compiling for LPS Forms Description Language Sample form setup command sets Tips for successful forms Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX LPS Operator Command Summary Card This reference provides a quick reference of commonly used operator commands.
INTRODUCTION Responsibilities A successful installation depends upon both Xerox or Xerox Limited and you. The sections that follow describe your site responsibilities and the responsibilities Xerox or Xerox Limited has to you. You will see that some areas overlap and become joint responsibilities. Note: Xerox Limited is the European affiliate of the Xerox Corporation, which serves the United Kingdom, all European countries, and Australia.
INTRODUCTION Customer responsibilities Your responsibilities prior to, during, and after installation of the LPS are to: • • Identify the primary interface with Xerox. • Obtain the necessary interfaces, cables, transceivers, phone lines, and so forth, if connecting to other equipment. • • • • Plan for and schedule installation activities. • Work with representatives from the company you have purchased any additional equipment from (such as finishers).
INTRODUCTION Personnel One or more people need to be assigned the following routine LPS tasks: • • • Preventative maintenance and cleaning • • • Identifying and implementing new applications Meter reading and reporting Placing service calls for hardware problems and applicationsrelated issues Ordering additional fonts Ordering supplies. Refer to the “Postinstallation” chapter in this guide for information on these activities.
INTRODUCTION Table 2. Installation planning checklist Week Activity Reference Responsibility Date completed -5 Sign up for Xerox Documentation and Software Services XDSS order form Customer ___________ -4 Order additional manuals, if needed p.
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1. 1LPS overview This chapter provides a brief overview of the Xerox DocuPrint 96/ DocuPrint 96MX Laser Printing System (LPS). The Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX LPS The Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX Laser Printing System is a versatile, high-performance laser printing system that processes and prints data from a variety of sources.
LPS OVERVIEW Base components This section briefly describes the standard features of the Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX LPS system controller and printer. Optional LPS features are described in the “LPS options.” chapter. The LPS consists of two base components: • • System controller Printer. System controller components The system controller is the part of the Xerox DocuPrint 96/ DocuPrint 96MX LPS that allows you to interact with the printer.
LPS OVERVIEW System user interface (keyboard display) The system user interface consists of a keyboard and display. Figure 1-3 shows the keyboard display. Figure 1-3. Keyboard display 1/4-inch cartridge tape drive The 1/4-inch cartridge tape drive, also called the QIC, is located in the front panel of the system controller. It is used for system generation (sysgen), disk save and restore (DSR), and file loading/ backup for online systems.
LPS OVERVIEW Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX printer components The printer is the part of the Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX LPS that processes the electronic data and images received from the system controller and produces the printed report. The parts of the printer are shown in figure 1-5. Figure 1-5.
LPS OVERVIEW Sample tray The sample tray located on top of the printer holds up to 100 sheets of paper. Output such as transparencies and sample prints of fonts or forms are sent to the sample tray. Purge tray The purge tray is located on top of the feeder/stacker module. Aborted sheets (for example, damaged sheets or sheets cleared after a paper jam) are sent to this tray. The purge tray can hold up to 100 sheets of paper.
LPS OVERVIEW Magnetic Ink Character Recognition (MICR) The Xerox DocuPrint 96MX Laser Printing System (LPS) produces a MICR line on negotiable and turnaround documents such as checks and bills. Figure 1-6 shows an example of a MICR line. Figure 1-6.
2. 2LPS options There are many options available for your Xerox DocuPrint 96/ DocuPrint 96MX Laser Printing System (LPS) which offer a wide range of enhanced printing and communications capabilities. This chapter provides a brief overview of the options for the following: • • • • • System controller options Printer options Printer configurations Graphics Host resident software packages. For detailed information regarding these options, contact your customer support representative.
LPS OPTIONS The 9-track magnetic and 18/36-track cartridge tape drives are housed in a peripheral cabinet, as shown in figure 2-1. Figure 2-1. 1 2 Peripheral cabinet with tape drives 9-track magnetic tape drive 18/36-track cartridge tape drive 9-track magnetic tape drive The 9-track (1,600 and 6,250 bpi) magnetic tape drive is an alternative or additional offline capability to the 18/36-track cartridge tape drive. It is a source for print data such as forms, graphics, and variable data.
LPS OPTIONS XPAF Xerox Print Access Facility (XPAF) is a host-resident product that retrieves data streams from JES and prepares them for printing on a Xerox laser printer. DocuPrintServer Xerox DocuPrintServer (formerly XPSM)) is a printing solution for production printing environments. It consists of both client and server sites. Expanded system disk memory The DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX LPS has one standard 1.2 GB (unformatted) system disk with optional expansion up to 4.8 GB in 1.2 GB increments.
LPS OPTIONS Printer options The DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX LPS is available with the following options: • • • Feeder/Stacker Bypass Transport Input Enablement device Feeder stacker The DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX LPS has an Inverter Feeder Stacker, and up to one optional feeder stacker. Refer to the section “Printer components” in the “LPS overview” chapter for information on the feeder stacker.
LPS OPTIONS Input enablement device Adding feeders to your DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX LPS is made possible by the input enablement device option. Located on the right side of the feeder/stacker, it allows your DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX LPS to support and interface directly with feeders. Figure 2-2 points to the location of the input enablement device. Printer Configurations The DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX LPS is available in the following configurations: 1. Printer + Inverter Feeder/Stacker 2.
LPS OPTIONS Figure 2-5. Printer + Inverter Feeder Stacker + Feeder Stacker Figure 2-6. Printer + Inverter Feeder Stacker + Feeder Stacker + Bypass Transport Host Resident software packages There are several software packages available for the DocuPrint 96/ DocuPrint 96MX LPS. Please contact your Xerox Sales Representative for further information.
3. 3Preinstallation This chapter assists you in preparing for the installation of your DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX Laser Printing System (LPS). Consult your customer support representative for the requirements of any optional equipment or communications devices that may have been ordered. For example, the peripheral cabinet and bypass transport options have space requirements, and Ethernet requires that you establish an Ethernet address.
PREINSTALLATION System controller Dimensions of the DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX LPS system controller with and without the optional peripheral cabinet. System controller The dimensions of the system controller are: Width: 24 inches/610 mm Depth: 28 inches/712 mm Height: 38.2 inches/970 mm Weight: 330 pounds/150 kg (fully loaded) Total space requirement: 96 inches/2438 mm by 100 inches/2540 mm Figure 3-1 shows the dimensions and space requirements for the system controller. Figure 3-1.
PREINSTALLATION System controller with peripheral cabinet The optional peripheral cabinet has the same height, depth, and width requirements as the system controller cabinet. Figure 3-2 shows the minimum space requirements for the system controller with the peripheral cabinet. It is not necessary to position the cabinets directly adjacent to one another. The cabinets can be separated by up to the length of the data cable connecting them.
PREINSTALLATION Printer This section lists and illustrates the dimensions of the following printer configurations: 1. Printer + Inverter Feeder/Stacker 2. Printer + Inverter Feeder/Stacker + Bypass Transport 3. Printer + Inverter Feeder Stacker + Feeder Stacker 4. Printer + Inverter Feeder Stacker + Feeder Stacker + Bypass Transport Printer with an inverter feeder/stacker The dimensions and the space requirements of the printer with the inverter feeder/stacker is shown in figure 3-3. Figure 3-3.
PREINSTALLATION Printer with an inverter feeder/stacker and a bypass transport The dimensions and space requirements of the printer with a inverter feeder/stacker and a bypass transport are shown in figure 3-4. Figure 3-4.
PREINSTALLATION Printer with an inverter feeder/stacker, feeder/stacker, and a bypass transport The dimensions and the space requirements of the printer with the inverter feeder/stacker, feeder/stacker and a bypass transport are shown in figure 3-6. Figure 3-6.
PREINSTALLATION Space planning guidelines This section describes the installations space requirements for the DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX LPS that include the following: • • • • • Clearance space Cable lengths Cable locations Efficiency of use Delivery access requirements.
PREINSTALLATION Figures 3-7 and 3-8 illustrate two possible configurations of shared space. In the first illustration, two printers are back to back. Because there is no operator area to be concerned with, the entire 36 inches of general service space may be shared. Figure 3-7.
PREINSTALLATION Figure 3-8 shows the minimum service space required between two DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX printers positioned face-to-face. The printers should be separated by at least 74 inches/1880 mm. This allows enough space for the front panels of one printer to be opened, without obstructing the 24 inch/610 mm operator area of the other printer. Figure 3-8.
PREINSTALLATION Cable lengths Cable lengths are important considerations in planning your LPS layout, as components cannot be separated by more than the recommended cable distance. These distances affect these placements: • • • The printer and the system controller The keyboard/display The optional peripheral cabinet. Note: There are also distance requirements for some LPS options. Please consult with your customer support representative for these requirements.
PREINSTALLATION Power cables DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX LPS power cable lengths are as follows: • • System Controller: 15 feet/4.5 m • • Keyboard/display: 15 feet/4.5 m Printer: 5 feet/6 feet/1.8 m/4.5 m (60 Hz) 17 feet/5.1m (50 Hz, no plug) Peripheral cabinet option: 15 feet/4.5 m. Note: Cable length loss must be factored in if equipment is installed in a raised-floor environment.
PREINSTALLATION Efficiency of use There are many possible layouts for your LPS. Placement depends on the type and amount of equipment used and the size and shape of the room used to house the equipment. Some possible configurations for LPS components include: • • • Side by side L-shaped Face to face. Equipment placement should limit operator movements as much as possible.
PREINSTALLATION Tables 3-4 and 3-5 describe the turning requirements for the inverter/ feeder/stacker module. The relatively small dimensions of the DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX system controller and the optional peripheral cabinet are not likely to be of concern during delivery. Refer to figures 3-1 and 3-2 for their dimensions. The diagrams and the tables that follow show the minimum space needed to maneuver through a turn.
PREINSTALLATION Table 3-3. Turning radius for printer (separated and upended on dolly) Passage or doorway A width Minimum passage B width 29 inches/737 mm 49 inches/1245 mm 30 inches/762 mm 43 inches/64.5 1092 mm 31 inches/787 mm 41 inches/1041 mm 32 inches/813 mm 37.5 inches/953 mm 34 inches/864 mm 35 inches/851 mm 36 inches/914 mm 32 inches/813 mm 38 inches/965 mm 31 inches/787 mm Table 3-4.
PREINSTALLATION Table 3-5. Turning radius for feeder/stacker module Passage or doorway A width Minimum passage B width 29 inches/737 mm 33 inches/838 mm 30 inches/762 mm 32 inches/813 mm 31 inches/787 mm 31 inches 787 mm 32 inches/813 mm 30 inches/762 mm 33 inches/838 mm 29 inches/737 mm Note: These turning figures are based on the following feeder/ stacker dimensions: 28 inches/711 mm by 32.25 inches/819 mm.
PREINSTALLATION Environmental/electrical requirements Your DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX LPS has important environmental and electrical requirements that must be accommodated. These requirements are summarized in the table below. For further details on electrical requirements, refer to the following voltage charts and wiring diagrams. Table 3-6.
PREINSTALLATION Table 3-6. DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX Environmental and electrical requirements (continued) Environmental requirements Printer U.S. and Canada, 60Hz: 120/240 VAC or 120/208 VAC; 50 amp service; NEMA 14-50R KVA 7.
PREINSTALLATION DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX LPS power receptacle requirements All power outlets must be dedicated only to this equipment. Ensure that each power cord has a separate circuit. You must use a power cord assembly (ELCI, RCD Inline, 220 VAC) when using a source other than the system controller to provide power to your keyboard/display. Contact your sales and service representative to ensure the proper assembly is ordered and installed.
PREINSTALLATION 50 Hz WYE printer outlet voltages Note: 50 Hz WYE configurations only: Measure the WYE connection voltages at the power source. Table 3-9 shows 415 voltages. Table 3-10 shows 380 and 400 voltages. All power outlets must be dedicated only to this equipment. Ensure that each power cord has a separate circuit. Table 3-9.
PREINSTALLATION 50 Hz DELTA printer outlet voltages Note: All power outlets must be dedicated only to this equipment. Ensure that each power cord has a separate circuit. 50 Hz DELTA configurations only: Measure the DELTA connection voltages at the power source. The required voltages are shown in table 3-11. Consult with your service representative to determine the type of plug and receptacle to be used for your 50 Hz printer. Table 3-11.
PREINSTALLATION 50 Hz system controller and peripheral cabinet power cord configurations Figure 3-11 shows the 50 Hz system controller power cord configuration. Figure 3-11. System controller and peripheral cabinet power cord 50 Hz installation 200/230 VAC, single phase, 15A Note: The 50 Hz plug and receptacle specifications vary according to local codes. 60 Hz printer outlet voltages Note: All power outlets must have a dedicated circuit for each system equipment piece.
PREINSTALLATION 60 Hz system power cord configurations Figure 3-12 shows the configuration of the 60 Hz printer power cord. Figure 3-12. Printer power cord 60 Hz installation for 50 amp NEMA 14-50 Voltage to ground is shown for troubleshooting. Figure 3-13 shows the configuration of the 60 Hz system controller and peripheral cabinet power cord configuration. Figure 3-13.
PREINSTALLATION Finishing and feeding equipment It is important to note that while the Bypass Transport and Input Enablement options provide you with an interface between your DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX LPS and your finishing and feeding accessories, they require their own AC and DC power sources. The power must be independent of your DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX LPS.
PREINSTALLATION Training This section describes the Operator and Systems training available for the DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX LPS. The available courses are: • • • • • • LPS Introduction Workshop LPS Forms Description Language (FDL) Workshop LPS FDL Self Study Kit and LPS FDL Self Study LPS Print Description Language (PDL) Workshop LPS Print Description Language (PDL) II Workshop LPS Command File Workshop.
PREINSTALLATION LPS FDL Self Study Kit (600P87918) and LPS FDL Self Study (600P87918A) This self-study option for FDL training provides all of the information presented in the FDL Workshop as well as exercises to be completed on your LPS.
PREINSTALLATION Ordering supplies for installation Consumable supplies (those that are depleted during operation of the LPS), such as paper, dry ink, developer, and fuser agent, need to be ordered for your LPS. It is important that you have an adequate supply on hand for installation and that you maintain an adequate supply after installation. A set of standard fonts is provided with your system (refer to the “LPS overview” chapter).
PREINSTALLATION Paper You need to select your paper carefully; without the proper paper, you increase the probability of paper jams and misfeeds. Your LPS can print on standard white, colored, predrilled, and preprinted (that is, letterhead and forms) paper, labels, and transparencies. They must meet the specifications set forth by Xerox for operability in the LPS. Additional information about paper for your LPS can be found in your Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX Laser Printing System Operator Guide.
PREINSTALLATION Dry ink (toner) Dry ink (also referred to as “toner”) is the black powder which forms the image on the printed page. There are three cartridges of dry ink in each container. Keep an adequate supply on hand at all times. The operator can change throw-away cartridges easily with no mess. Use only dry ink that is specified for use in your LPS. (Refer to the consumable supplies table at the end of the “Postinstallation” chapter.
PREINSTALLATION Space planning templates The dimensions and space requirements for DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX components are provided earlier in this chapter. The space planning templates are designed to simplify the space planning process by helping you create a floor plan for DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX base components, particularly if you have shared clearance space.
PREINSTALLATION Refer to figures 3-14 when determining your space requirements. Figure 3-14.
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4. 4Installation This chapter will assist you in the installation of your DocuPrint 96/ DocuPrint 96MX Laser Printing System (LPS). Keep in mind that the installation is a responsibility shared by both your site and your Xerox or Xerox Limited representatives. Your representatives are available to discuss all installation issues and to assist you in completing the site installation responsibilities. The installation process The installation process generally takes one to several days to complete.
INSTALLATION Installation responsibilities Xerox or Xerox Limited is responsible for the physical installation of the LPS components and the loading of software and applications. You have the more general site responsibility of ensuring that the right personnel and supplies are available. Installation responsibilities are outlined below. (Refer to the installation planning checklist in the introduction of this guide for a complete list of responsibilities.
INSTALLATION Documentation and software kits When your basic software kits arrive, check their contents with the packing list or the appropriate list below to make sure you have received all appropriate items.
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5. 5Postinstallation After the installation of your Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX Laser Printing System (LPS), a number of ongoing tasks must be performed. These tasks may include all or some of the following: • • • • • Maintaining an adequate inventory of consumable supplies • Identifying and implementing new applications.
POSTINSTALLATION Xerox Customer Support Center The Xerox Customer Support Center is available to address your applications problems or to direct you to the appropriate documentation. The key to effective use of the Xerox Customer Support Center is correct identification of the problem.
POSTINSTALLATION Customer Service Support Center If you encounter software- or hardware-related problems, such as system failures, continuous paper jams, or poor print quality, first try the corrective actions described in your Xerox DocuPrint 96/ DocuPrint 96MX Laser Printing System Operator Guide. If the problem persists, call the Customer Service Support Center. Your site representative can provide you with the telephone number for the Customer Service Support Center in your area.
POSTINSTALLATION Xerox Font Center The Xerox Font Center can send you samples and catalogs of the fonts available for your LPS. To receive font samples, obtain price information, or to order licensed or custom fonts, call the font support center between 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific time at the following telephone number: 1-800-445-FONT (U.S.
POSTINSTALLATION Xerox Documentation and Software Services (XDSS) Xerox Documentation and Software Services (XDSS) offer a variety of services that can be customized to meet your documentation needs. XDSS distributes the documents you need to facilitate the installation and use of Xerox printers, workstations, and host-software packages. Site subscription is a free service that keeps these documents up to date by automatically sending you updates and revisions as they become available.
POSTINSTALLATION Xerox Supplies Order Service To avoid downtime, be sure always to have an adequate amount of the necessary supplies available. To do this, you need to establish a procedure for checking and ordering supplies. A supplies checklist is provided at the end of this chapter to help you with this task. It lists the supplies and contains a column for you to enter the date that the order should be placed and a column to write when the order actually was placed.
POSTINSTALLATION — If your company requires a purchase order for payment of an invoice, you need to provide the purchase order number to Xerox at the time you place the order. Routine maintenance There are a number of routine maintenance tasks that must be performed to ensure maximum efficiency of your LPS. These tasks include the following: • • • Adding dry ink Cleaning the tape drives Cleaning the Keyboard/display and the exterior surfaces of the system.
POSTINSTALLATION Identifying new applications Laser printing can be used for any application that requires immediate output and/or frequent updating. A list of some of the applications for which laser printing is suited is included in the following table. Table 5-1.
POSTINSTALLATION Consumable supplies table Table 5-2 lists the supplies that are available from Xerox for your laser printing system. Use this table to help you determine your supplies needs. Table 5-2. Consumable supplies, paper Item Description Paper Xerox paper quantities are 10 reams (5000 sheets) to a carton unless otherwise noted below. 8.5" by 11" 4024 Dual Purpose Paper 3R721 A4 4024 Dual Purpose Paper 3R2594 8.5" by 14" 4024 Dual Purpose Paper 3R727 8.
POSTINSTALLATION Table 5-2. 5-10 Consumable supplies, paper (continued) Item Description Part number 8.5" by 14" Dual Purpose Colors, Goldenrod 3R3094 8.5" by 11" Dual Purpose Colors, Goldenrod Ivory 3R3064 8.5" by 11" Dual Purpose Colors, Ivory, 3-hole 3R3080 8.5" by 14" Dual Purpose Colors, Ivory 3R3096 8.5" by 11" Dual Purpose Colors, Gray 3R3066 8.5" by 11" Dual Purpose Colors, Gray, 3-hole 3R3802 8.5" by 14" Dual Purpose Colors, Gray 3R3098 8.
POSTINSTALLATION Table 5-2. Consumable supplies, paper (continued) Item Description Tab stock Xerox tab stock is packed in 5-tab sets.
POSTINSTALLATION Table 5-3. Item Carbonless stock # of parts 2 Consumable supplies Sequence Sheets Sheets per Sets per carton carton Cartons per pallet Part number Reverse/ Straight Alternating 5000 2500 40 3R4225 5000 2500 40 3R4226 5000 2500 40 3R4227 5010 1670 40 3R4230 5010 1670 40 3R4231 5000 1250 40 3R4235 8.
POSTINSTALLATION Table 5-3. Item Carbonless stock # of parts Consumable supplies Sequence Sheets Sheets per Sets per carton carton Cartons per pallet Part number Reverse/ Straight Alternating 5000 2500 30 3R4228 5010 1670 30 3R4233 N/A 5000 N/A 30 3R4237 N/A 5000 N/A 30 3R4241 N/A 5000 N/A 30 3R4246 N/A 5000 N/A 30 3R4247 2 8.
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Glossary A3 Paper size measuring 297 by 420 mm. A4 Paper size measuring 210 by 297 mm. abort To terminate the printing of a job or execution of a program before it completes. algorithm Computational procedure that can be repeated any number of times. alignment Positioning of an image on a page for printing.
GLOSSARY background job Low-priority job, usually batched, that is executed automatically as system resources become available. backup file File copied to a storage medium for safekeeping in case the original is damaged or lost. band Rectangular area in printer memory into which an image sent to the printer from a computer is divided. batch processing Allows for repetitive operations to be performed sequentially on batched data without much involvement of the computer operator.
GLOSSARY blocking Process of combining two or more records into a single block of data which can then be moved, operated upon, or stored, as a single unit by the computer. block length Number of characters or bytes contained in a block of data (the block is treated as a unit within the computer). Block length is usually invariable within a system and may be specified in units such as records, words, computer words, or characters.
GLOSSARY character code identifier Code associated with the universal identifier “Xerox” to indicate the version of the Xerox character code standard used to code Interpress strings. character set Number of different characters used by a particular device, including alphabetic, numeric, and special characters such as symbols.
GLOSSARY communications compatibility Ability of two devices to transmit information to each other. Characteristic of computer equipment permitting one device to use the same information or programs as another device without conversion or code modification. compiler Software that translates instructions written in high-level language into machine language for execution by a system.
GLOSSARY CPU central processing unit. Interprets and executes instructions, performs all operations and calculations, and controls input and output units and auxiliary attachments. data 1. In general, facts, numbers, letters, symbols, and so on, which can be processed or produced by a computer. 2. In data processing, the source data or raw data entered for processing, as opposed to the results obtained by processing.
GLOSSARY digitize disk drive display DJDE DMR To express or represent data in digital (binary) form so that it can be processed electronically. Device that can read or write magnetic media. Viewing device (monitor) that visually communicates system warnings, status, and error messages and reflects operator interaction with the system on a display. Dynamic Job Descriptor Entry. Command within an input data stream used to modify the printing environment dynamically.
GLOSSARY extended metrics FCB forms control buffer. Buffer for controlling the vertical format of printed output. FDL forms description language. LPS-resident source language used for designing electronic forms. See also FSL; form. field 1. Part of a record that serves a similar function in all records of that group, such as name and address field. 2. Area or setting of practical activity or application. file Set of records or text that can be stored and retrieved.
GLOSSARY format 1. Layout of a document, including margins, page length, line spacing, typeface, and so on. 2. In data storage, the way the surface of a disk is organized to store data. 3. To prepare the surface of a disk for acceptance of data. form feed Keyboard or printer control character that causes the printer to skip the top of the next page. FSL forms source library. Uncompiled collection of user-created files containing FDL commands. Refer to FDL; form.
GLOSSARY HCS high-capacity stacker. Stacker bin capable of holding 2500 sheets of 20 pound/75 gsm paper. In the LPS, the high-capacity stacker bins are located in the top half of the feeder/stacker modules. hexadecimal Numbering system with a base of 16. In this system, 10 through 15 are represented by A through F, respectively. hierarchy Relative priority assigned to arithmetic or logical operations that must be performed.
GLOSSARY interpolation Series of logical rules implemented in the printer to convert a 300 spi input video stream to a 600 spi output video stream. Interpolation is functionally analogous to bit doubling (2x scaling), except the logical rules result in superior output. Interpress Xerox standard that defines digital representation of lines for printing. Interpress documents can be printed on any sufficiently powerful printer equipped with Interpress print software.
GLOSSARY landscape page orientation language Defined set of characters and symbols combined together by specific rules. See also high-level language; low-level language. laser printing Technology that uses a laser to transfer character forms to a page by direct or indirect means. latent image Static charge present on the photoconductor before contact with dry ink particles. leading 1.
GLOSSARY log Collection of messages or message segments placed on an auxiliary storage device for accounting or data collection purposes. logical page In the Xerox printing systems environment, a formatted page that is smaller than the physical page. A logical page is defined by an origin, thus allowing more than one logical page to be placed on a physical page. logo Small illustration or design, usually simple, typically used to identify a company. log off Procedure by which a user ends a session.
GLOSSARY menu message Unit of information transmitted by one facility to another in a form that the receiving facility can understand and act upon. The standard message format consists of a header (containing identifying and control information), followed by the actual message content, followed by a trailer (indicating that the message is completed). metacode Same as “native mode.” The method of speaking to and controlling the image generator.
GLOSSARY offset printing online operating system operation operator area operator command Widely-used method of commercial and corporate printing, where ink is picked up by a metal or paper plate, passed to an offset drum, and then passed to the paper. Devices under the direct control of a central processing unit, for example a printing system in interactive communication with a mainframe. See also offline.
GLOSSARY page orientation parameter pass-through job Part of a command, other than the keyword. See also keyword; operator command. On systems with XPAF, a job that is sent directly from a host to a Xerox printer using XPAF, without undergoing XPAF processing. password Unique word or set of characters that an operator or user must supply to log on to a system. patch In programming, to modify a portion of the program at the machine language level, as opposed to modifying at the source program level.
GLOSSARY print file Position of the system disk memory (up to 4 MB) received for temporary storage of formatted pages for printing. Pages are retained until they are delivered to the output tray. printout Informal expression referring to almost anything printed by a computer peripheral device. process 1. To perform a systematic sequence of operations, such as add, edit, delete. 2. To produce a specific result by manipulating data.
GLOSSARY record recovery Act of overcoming a problem or error during processing. Typically, a specialized software recovery routine gains control and attempts to resolve the error without crashing the system. remote access Access to a central computer by terminals or devices geographically separated from that computer. replace Process of exchanging one portion of text for another. This process encompasses two functions: deleting old text and inserting new.
GLOSSARY sequential In numeric sequence, usually in ascending order. As applied to a file organization, describes files in which records are written one after another and cannot be randomly accessed. For example, the first 99 records in a sequential file-access file have to be read before the 100th record is accessible. set In setting a separation boundary through the Bin Full Criteria task, set refers to multiple copies of the same report.
GLOSSARY stock User-defined name in the JSL that specifies a certain type of paper for printing a job. See also cluster. stockset Collection of stocks to be used on a print job. See also stock; cluster. storage Retention of information. Primary storage refers to internal storage where data and program instructions pertinent to current operations/ jobs are held. Auxiliary storage refers to external media, such as disks or tapes, for use at a later time.
GLOSSARY tab To move the cursor on a display or printer to a prespecified column on the display or paper, most often by using the key on a keyboard. tape Recording media for data or computer programs. Tape can be in permanent form, such as perforated paper tape. Generally, tape is used as a mass storage medium in magnetic form and has a far higher storage capacity than disk storage, but it takes longer to write or recover data from tape than from disk.
GLOSSARY transaction processing Method of data processing in which files are updated and results are generated immediately after data entry. translation 1. In data communications, the conversion of one code to another on a character-by-character basis. 2. In programming, the function of a language processor which converts a source program from one programming language to another. transmission speed transmit To send data from one place to another.
GLOSSARY virtual page warning message weight Page area selected by a forms designer for printing. System-issued message indicating that an error has been encountered even though the program has not failed. Characteristic of type determined by how light or dark it appears. wildcard Part of a command (* symbol, / symbol, ? symbol) that represents a category for which the possible options are requested.
GLOSSARY bpi bits per inch bps bits per second BSC CD CDC CD/IG CM CME cpi CPU CR DCE DDCMP character dispatcher control data communications character dispatcher/image generator control module copy modification entry characters per inch central processing unit carriage return data communications equipment Digital Data Communication Message Protocol DEC Digital Equipment Corporation DFA Document Feeding and Finishing Architecture DJDE dynamic job descriptor entry DMR data mode ready (DEC interf
GLOSSARY DTE EBCDIC ENET EOT EP data terminal equipment Extended Binary Coded Decimal Interchange Code Ethernet network end of tape electronic publishing ESS electronic subsystem, also referred to as the system controller FCB forms control buffer FCG finishing configuration utility FCP file control parameter FDL forms description language FDR file directory FFM font file management FIS Font Interchange Standard FMS file management subsystem FPS formatting print service FSL forms sour
GLOSSARY hpos IBM International Business Machines Corporation IFU Interpress font utility IG IGM I/O image generator image generator module input/output IOM image output module IOT input output terminal, also referred to as “printer” IPD Interpress decomposer IPFONTS GLOSSARY-26 horizontal positioning Interpress fonts IPL initial program load IPM Interpress mapping ips inches per second JCB job control block JCL job control language JDE job descriptor entry JDL job descriptor l
GLOSSARY LF long-edge feed lpi lines per inch LPS Laser Printing System MTU magnetic tape unit (refers to the 9-track magnetic tape drive; also referred to as “magnetic tape drive”) MICR Magnetic Ink Character Recognition OCR optical character recognition OCS operator communications subsystem OLI online interface OS operating system OSDS OSEXEC OSS PC operating system diagnostic software operating system executive operating system software personal computer PCC printer carriage control
GLOSSARY QIC RAM random access memory ROS raster output scanner SAFES SAN sci SCSI SDLC stand-alone field engineering software software analysis number START command index small computer system interface synchronous data link control SEF short-edge feed SFS status file services SIF sequence insert file SNA spi SST system network architecture spots per inch system software tape sysgen system generation TL/DL text line/display list TOF top of form tpi tracks per inch TPJ test pattern j
GLOSSARY VM vpos VS WAN virtual memory vertical positioning virtual storage wide area network XCSC Xerox Customer Support Center XDGI Xerox DCF and GDDM Interface XDSS Xerox Documentation and Software Services XICS Xerox Integrated Composition System XJCF Xerox Job Control Facility XMP xerographic mode persistence XMS xerographic mode switching XNS Xerox Network Systems XPAF, XPF Xerox Printer Access Facility XPMF-VMS Xerox Print Management Facility - VMS Version XPPI Xerox Pen Plott
GLOSSARY GLOSSARY-30 XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/DOCUPRINT 96MX LPS INSTALLATION PLANNING GUIDE
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