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Operating Instructions - Page 2
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Panasonic KX-P1131E Impact Dot Matrix Printer.
This printer is a versatile, high quality 24-pin dot matrix printer which is designed to meet the needs of your office. This printer has been factory set to operate with the most popular software packages. Your application software should control the printer's functions. In most cases, there will...
Operating Instructions - Page 3
... to the Microsoft® Windows® 2000 operating system. Windows® XP refers to the Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system. Windows Vista® refers to the Microsoft® Windows Vista® operating system. Windows® 7 refers to the Microsoft® Windows® 7 operating system.
Trademarks
• Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista are either registered trademarks...
Operating Instructions - Page 4
...use the recommended shielded interfacing cable when connecting to a host computer. Also, any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user's authority to operate this device.
FCC Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name:
Panasonic
Model Number:
KX-P1131E
Responsible Party:
Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, NJ 07094 U.S.A.
Telephone...
Operating Instructions - Page 5
... ...7 Precautions ...10
Before You Start 11
Unpacking ...11 Removing the Protective Paper 11 Installing the Platen Knob 11
Parts of the Printer ...12
Setup ...15
Installing the Software ...15 System Requirements ...15 Software Installation ...15
Connecting to a Computer 16 Power Supply ...17
Installing the Ribbon Cassette 18 Mounting the Ribbon Cassette 18
Handling Paper ...20 Fanfold Paper...
Operating Instructions - Page 7
...used in this manual.
Denotes a ...power point is grounded (earthed) and that the installation is completely...power point, consult a qualified electrician.
If the plug cannot be inserted into the AC outlet, contact a licensed electrician to replace the AC outlet with a properly grounded (earthed) one.
Do not defeat the grounding (earthing) plug (ex. do not use a conversion plug).
Operating Instructions...
Operating Instructions - Page 9
... left connected to a power source for a long period, degraded insulation may cause electric shock, current leakage, or fire.
Installation and Relocation
Do not ... occurs, turn the unit off, unplug the power cord, and contact your dealer for service.
When the smoked plastic cover is open, ...be sure to unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. If the unit is moved with the power cord attached, it can...
Operating Instructions - Page 10
... Panasonic sales company about obtaining the Material Safety Data Sheet.
Others
• Do not use thinner, benzine, or cleaners containing abrasives or surfactants, for cleaning the outside of printer.
• Plug the power cord into an outlet form which you can easily unplug it.
Caution Labels
Operation
• Do not operate the printer without installing...
Operating Instructions - Page 11
... purchased.
Printer (KX-P1131E) Ribbon Cassette*1 Platen Knob Extension Plate
A Protective paper
Installing the Platen Knob
Insert the platen knob into the hole on the right side of the printer and rotate it slowly until it slips onto the shaft. Push the platen knob onto the platen shaft to secure.
CD-ROM
Installation Manual
*1 Model No.: KX-P180 (USA...
Operating Instructions - Page 14
...Control... character pitch selected.
I LOAD/PARK switch Pressing this switch will load/park the paper. (Page...printer is in the ON
This indicator is lit when the power is on and
LINE mode, and is out in the OFF LINE mode.
paper is installed. It blinks when no paper is
installed.
F ON LINE switch This switch opens and closes the communication line with the computer.
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Operating Instructions - Page 15
Setup
Setup
Installing the Software
System Requirements
Computer
Operating System Interface
IBM PC/AT® or compatible machine with a CD-ROM drive
Windows 2000 / Windows XP / Windows Vista / Windows 7
USB 2.0 Full speed, Centronics parallel (IEEE1284 standard), RS-232C serial
3. Select KX-P1131E (except for customers in Thailand). • For customers in Thailand, select KX-P1131E (...
Operating Instructions - Page 16
Setup
Connecting to a Computer
Before you connect the printer for the first time, install the USB and Printer driver on to your computer. For more information see "Installing the Software (Page 15)".
Note •
If you do not have a USB cable, parallel interface cable or serial interface cable, you will need to purchase one or contact your dealer.
1. Turn off the power switch of both the ...
Operating Instructions - Page 18
Setup
Installing the Ribbon Cassette
3. Install the ribbon cassette (B) and push down 4 arrows (A) until they click into place.
A
Mounting the Ribbon Cassette
1. A Turn the power on.
B Open the smoked plastic cover (A).
B
A
A
B
2. Move the head gap lever (A) to position "6".
Note •
Do not take off the blue ribbon guide from the ribbon cassette.
HEAD GAP
A
18 Operating...
Operating Instructions - Page 23
... Auto load through the Control Panel Software program (Page 25) or by using the Control Panel (Page 33). If Auto load is disabled, you must press
LOAD/PARK to load paper.
If you need to align the paper horizontally or vertically, set the paper feed selector to
" ". This releases the paper and allows the
paper to be positioned manually...
Operating Instructions - Page 25
... Windows driver, make sure Emulation is set to "EPSON". The printer is compatible with most popular software packages. If no changes are required, you should be ready to print. In most cases there will be no need to change the initial setup items.
To start the Control Panel Software program, from [Start], select [All programs] ® [Panasonic] ® [Panasonic KX-P1131E] ® [Control...
Operating Instructions - Page 26
...(CR only)
Auto load On, Off
Paper out detect On, Off
Tear off Manual, Auto
Buffer control 22 KB, 8 KB, 0 KB, ALL
Auto Online On, Off
Auto feed XT On, Off
Serial Interface Data length 8Bit.../XOFF
Signal Polarity Mark, Space
TOF Setting Tractor 0-900 (1/180 in.)
Friction 0-900 (1/180 in.)
Note •
Some items can also be set through the Initial Setup Mode (Page 33).
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Operating Instructions - Page 27
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If you want to remove the software that is installed on your computer, follow the procedure below to uninstall them.
1. In Control Panel, open [Add or Remove Programs]. • In Windows 2000, select [Add/Remove Programs], and in Windows Vista and Windows 7, select [Uninstall a program].
2. Select [Panasonic KX-P1131 Series] to uninstall. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen.
Operating...
Operating Instructions - Page 29
...front panel switches when the printer is in the OFF LINE mode or when the printer is not printing in the ON LINE mode.
• With paper installed, pressing LF/FF once
...which is fed is determined by the current setting for lines per inch as specified through the Control Panel Software program, Control Panel (Initial Setup mode) or your application software.
Tear Off (TEAR OFF Switch)
Pressing...
Operating Instructions - Page 39
...)
Install new paper. (Page 20)
Allow the printhead some time to cool down. The printer will automatically resume printing.
Clear the path, turn the power off, then back on to resume printing.
Set paper supply lower than printer.
Set paper feed selector to " ".
Unexpected characters appear Emulation is set incorrectly. in printing.
Check printer driver of your software package and set...
Operating Instructions - Page 40
... rate, Parity, Protocol and Data length to match the computer. (Page 25, 36)
When a USB cable is connected, the serial interface does not operate. Disconnect the USB cable. (Page 16)
Set Tear off to Auto and set Page length, Top margin and Bottom margin to meet your software package. (Page 25)
When creating a custom size, select "English" for Units...
Operating Instructions - Page 47
... LF 26, 34, 40 Auto load 26, 35 Auto Online 26, 35
26, 35
B
Bi direction 26 Bold PS 41 Buffer 26, 35, 41
C
CAUTION 7 CD-ROM 11 Character Per Line 41 Character set 26, 35, 41 Code page 26, 35 Connecting 16 Control Panel 14, 28, 34 Control Panel Software Program 25 Courier 41
D
Data...