IBM 4230-201 Printer
 | Parts |
The IBM 4230 Printer is a family of heavy-duty serial impact matrix
printers that may be used as workstation printers in the System/390*,
System/370*, large S/36* and AS/400* systems environment, and as primary printers for small S/36 and AS/400 systems.
The 4230 Printer
combines the versatility and high reliability of the 4224 Printer with
superior price/performance and exclusive design features, including one
of the lowest noise levels of any tabletop printer in its speed and
price range.
The IBM 4230 Printers are offered in a range of models and
feature 32K to 128K of memory, printing speeds of 375 cps, 480 cps, or
600 cps, twinaxial or coaxial attachments, SCS (PDS), IPDS (intelligent
printer data stream), DSC (non-SNA 3270/IPDS) or DSE (LU3-3270) data
streams, and an automatic forms-thickness adjustment that sets the gap
between print head and paper precisely, eliminating a user task and
improving paper handling and print-head life. The 4230 also offers new
forms-handling features that include the Dual Purpose Module (DPM),
which combines highly reliable feeding of continuous forms and minimal
paper waste with the document-on-demand (DOD) tearoff function, an
optional automatic sheet feed (ASF) that provides automatic feeding of
cut sheets, and ease- of-use features like an 80-character liquid
crystal display (LCD) operator panel that makes setup and daily
operations more efficient by providing prompts and menu selections.
Some models are available to support advanced printing functions
available through the IPDS while maintaining compatibility with the
4224 Printer and existing 4230 printers. Other models support the SCS
(PDS) data stream and are compatible with the earlier IBM 3268 and 3287
Printers and IBM 4214 Printers. Still other models support the IBM
Proprinter II XL, IBM Proprinter III XL, IBM 4224, and Epson FX 1050
ASCII emulation.
The IBM 4230 has applications in environments such as the IBM mainframe, the IBM AS/400, the IBM RS/6000*, and the IBM Personal System/2*, and local area networks.
The 4230 Model 201 is a Serial Impact Matrix Printer that offers 32K of memory, printing speed up to 375 cps, a coaxial interface utilized by the 3174 Subsystem control, 3274 Control Unit, the 43X1 Processor Display/Printer Adapter, 4361 Workstation Adapter and the ES/9370 Workstation Controller, and uses the LU1 (SCS), DSC (Non-SNA 3270) and DSE (LU3-3270) data streams as currently supported on the 3270 and listed 4300 systems. The 4230 Model 201 is upgradable to the Model 102 and 202.
| Highlights |
- Improved price/performance:
- Reliability improvements reduce cost of ownership
- Monthly maintenance includes print head).
- Heavy-duty serial printer family:
- Upgradable models and options protect customer's investment.
- Compatibility with the IBM printer family simplifies migration.
- Flexible forms handling
- Paper modules provide reliable, flexible solutions for changing applications
- Dual-purpose module (DPM) saves paper by combining reliable continuous-forms feeding with document-on-demand tearoff feature in a single paper module.
- Automatic forms loading feature enables quick, easy loading of paper in the DPM
- LCD operator panel (80-character) display provides text messages, simplifying setup and daily operations. Display languages: Danish, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
- Automatic forms-thickness adjustment eliminates user task of manually adjusting print-head gap, improving forms handling and print-head reliability.
- Vital Products Data (VPD) Support enables users who have network management tools to remotely inventory installed information system equipment.
- Quiet operation. At 53 dBA, the 4230 is one of the quietest
printers in its speed and price range making it adaptable to many
business environments.
| Description |
User Productivity
The IBM 4230 Printer offers new levels of operating simplicity and ease of use that will set the standard for future IBM and competitive products. Its user-friendly operator panel features an 80-character LCD display that provides worded messages (in seven selectable languages) to alert the user to printer conditions and to simplify printer setup through menu selections. An on-board demonstration easily illustrates the printer's features to new users without being attached to a host.
The 4230 has interchangeable paper modules that provide excellent reliability for unattended operations and flexibility to adapt the printer to many different forms applications. The new dual-purpose module (DPM) combines the features of reliable continuous-forms feeding with document-on-demand (DOD) in a single forms device. DPM users will benefit from the DOD tearoff feature, which eliminates waste of expensive forms, and from the automatic forms loading feature, which quickly and efficiently loads paper to the top-of-form position. A window cover provides users with print line visibility. Lower power consumption and noise levels while idling make the 4230 adaptable to most office environments. The operator panel allows the user to store four different custom setup profiles (which are collections of printer setup values) enabling users to easily store and retrieve printer settings as new applications are added.
The automatic forms-thickness adjustment feature eliminates the user task of manually adjusting the print-head gap for various forms thickness's, improving forms handling and print-head reliability. Throughput improvements have been made in most print modes (up to 375 CPS and 480 CPS in fast-draft mode), while acoustic levels have been reduced to 53 dBA, making the 4230 one of the quietest printers in its speed and price range.
Investment Protection
The 4230 Printer is compatible with the IBM 4214, 3268, 3287, and 4224 printers, protecting the customer's investment in forms inventories and application software. Because the 4230 shares many design features with the 4224, the existing 4224 customer who wishes to add 4230s will find the transition from 4224 to 4230 very easy. Users and service personnel trained to install and maintain the 4224 Printer will find that their knowledge of the 4224 will be easily applied to the 4230 Printer, reducing the overall cost of ownership. Because the lower-speed, lower- function models are fully upgradable to the higher speed Advanced Function Printing capabilities of the Models 102 and 202, the customer's printer investment is protected from obsolescence.
Growth Enablement
As organizations grow, print loads generally increase and user applications become more advanced and varied. A logical growth path is to replace 4214, 3268, 3287, and 4224 Printers with 4230 Printers, which offer improvements in throughput, Advanced Function Printing, reliability, usability, etc. All 4230 Printer Models may be upgraded to increase rated speed, add additional memory, and support advanced printing functions like bar-code and graphics applications, as the needs of the customer's organization dictate. The flexibility offered by modular paper paths makes the 4230 easily adaptable to the changing needs of a typical business.
Business Solutions
Faced with increased competition, most businesses today must reduce the costs of doing business and continually improve the price/performance of their information systems. Because the 4230 Printer is priced competitively, it offers business solutions for many different applications:
- Text printing
- Page layout/forms generation
- Code Page and character-set selection
- Vector graphics
- Bar-code generation, 10 resident industry-standards
- Overlays and page-segments
Systems Management
Because the 4230 Printer is compatible with existing IBM printers and because the overall reliability of the printer has been improved, migration of system configurations to support the 4230 will be simplified. The 4230 supports vital products data (VPD), enabling users who have network management tools to remotely take inventory of installed information system equipment.
The 4230 Model 201 is a Serial Impact Matrix Printer with 32K of memory, prints up to 375 cps, attaches to a coaxial interface utilized by the 3174 Subsystem control, 3274 Control Unit, the 43X1 Processor Display/Printer Adapter, 4361 Workstation Adapter and the ES/9370 Workstation Controller, and uses the LU1 (SCS), DSC (Non-SNA 3270) and DSE (LU3-3270) data streams as currently supported on the 3270 and listed 4300 systems. The 4230 Model 201 is upgradable to the Models X02.
| Model |
Max.
Model Memory Speed Interface Data Streams
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201 32K 375 cps Coaxial SCS, DSC, DSE
None.
Printer is customer set-up. Instructions are in English or a national language. IBM setup is also available at the applicable hourly service rates and minimum charges.
The customer is responsible for:
- Adequate site, system and other vendor preparation. See "IBM 4230 Printer Planning and Site Preparation Guide", GC40-1700.
- Receipt at the customer's receiving dock, unpacking and placement of the printer
- Ordering, installing, and maintaining cables.
- Physical setup, connection of cables, setting of configuration options, installation of forms devices, and printer checkout.
- Using and following the Problem Determination Procedures and filling out the trouble report prior to calling for IBM service.
- Contacting Customer Engineering to make connection of IBM CSU units to IBM non-CSU units where access areas are not provided.
- Ordering and replacing the ribbon cartridge.
- Changing and replacing forms, including clearing jams.
None.
Any model change may be made in the field. All conversions require MES orders. Parts removed or replaced become the property of IBM and must be returned.
Model Conversions: From To model
model 101 102 201 202 1I1 1S2 2I1 2S2
201 M M - M - - - -
M: Order by MES. D: Downgrades are not permitted.
These Conversion kits consist of electronic card assemblies, supporting
documentation and operator panel overlays in all languages offered.
The IBM 4230 Printer offers the following functions in addition to the previously listed highlights:
- Four print quality modes and maximum print speeds:
Model
Mode 201
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Fast Draft 375 CPS
DP 300 CPS
DP TEXT 150 CPS
NLQ 75 CPSSee "Throughput Considerations for additional details".
- Acoustics - 53 dBA while printing, 30 dBA while idling.
- Print quality modes:
Fast Draft Mode - The character box is 9 dots high x 8 dots wide. The nominal Fast Draft character matrix is 7 dots high (0.098 in.) x 4 of 7 wide. Fast Draft characters are derived from DP characters by removing the two leading and/or trailing blank options of the DP character. Some characters are unprintable in Fast Draft Mode. See the "IBM 4230 Printer Product and Programming Description Models 102, 202, 1I1, and 2I1" Appendix B for details. Maximum character box height is 0.126 inches.
DP Mode - The character box is 9 dots high x 10 dots wide. The nominal DP character matrix is 7 dots high (0.098 in.) x 4 of 7 wide. Maximum character box height is 0.126 inches.
DP Text Mode - The dot density is doubled horizontally compared to DP mode. The character box is 9 dots high x 20 dots wide. The nominal DP Text character matrix is 7 dots high (0.098 in.) x 7 of 13 wide. Maximum character box height is 0.126 inches.
NLQ Mode (Near Letter Quality) - The dot density is doubled both horizontally and vertically compared to DP mode. The character box is 18 dots high x 20 dots wide. The nominal NLQ character matrix is 12 dots high (0.091 in.) x 7 of 13 wide. Maximum character box height is 0.133 inches.
- The following vertical spacings are supported:
- 6,8 LPI selectable from Operator Panel
- 3,4,6,8, LPI selectable under program control.
- Horizontal spacings of 10, 12, 15, and 16.7 characters per inch.
- Color printing is not offered by the 4230 printer.
- Two ribbons are available for the 4230 printer. Both are also compatible with the 4224 printer. A 15 Million Character (average) Multipurpose Auto-Inking(R) Ribbon is recommended for all applications and supports visible light and infrared scanning barcode applications. A 6 Million Character High Yield Ribbon supports most printing applications including visible light scanning barcode applications.
- Model 201 supports Program Symbol Sets (PSS) graphics as a 3268. For programming information, order: GG22-9461 "3270 Workstation Printer Reference and Guide."
- All 4230 models support selection of OCR A and B from the Op Panel. Model 201 has no resident barcode capability.
- Print line maximum of 13.2 inches. Paper width from 3 inches to 15 inches (continuous forms).
- Multi-part forms up to 6 parts may be used. However, forms of five or six parts, card stock, and labels should be tested on an individual basis for acceptable feeding, registration, and print quality before production.
- Direct coaxial attachment to the 3174 Subsystem Control, the 4361 Processor Display/Printer Adapter, 4361 Workstation Adapter and the ES/9370 Workstation Controller. Support for Model 201 is via the LU1 (SCS), DSC (Non-SNA 3270) and DSE (LU3-3270) data streams as currently supported on the 3270 and listed 4300 systems.
- Upgradability of Model 201 to Models 102 and 202
- Graphics printing at 100 x 72 dots per inch
- Four operator-changeable forms devices provide paper handling flexibility: Continuous Forms Module (CFM), Dual Purpose Module, providing document on demand and continuous forms (DPM), Document Insertion (DID), and Auto Sheetfeed (ASF) (see "Special Feature Codes -- Chargeable"]
- Front loading and straight paper path provides operator convenience, added reliability, and reduction of multi-part form "shingling". Auto load feature of the DPM simplifies loading of continuous forms by allowing the user to place the continuous forms on the tractors then press the LOAD key to advance the forms to the currently set Top of Form position.
- Window in cover provides users with print line visibility.
- Advanced jam detection checks for paper motion when using continuous forms (CFM and DPM). Paper skew and insertion errors are detected when using cut forms (DID and ASF)
- Ribbon cartridge allows "clean hands" removal and installation.
- Automatic Forms Thickness Adjustment eliminates manual adjustment of the printhead to platen gap and increases the reliability of the print head and forms feeding.
- Multi-function operator panel includes an 80-character Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) which provides text messages to make setup and daily operations easy. Messages like machine status, options, default conditions, and error messages are easily interpreted by the operator without looking-up coded messages.
- Compact table top design will fit a variety of commercially available printer tables and stands.
- Vital Products Data - Printer serial number (factory set) and other data are stored in printer for network and inventory management.
- Width: 650mm (25.6 inches)
- Depth: 368mm (14.5 inches)
- Height: 315mm (12.4 inches)
- Weight: 20.4kg (45 pounds)
With automatic sheet feed (ASF) installed:
- Width: 650mm (25.6 inches)
- Depth: 700mm (27.6 inches)
- Height: 300mm (11.8 inches) + 230mm (9.1 inches) (paper supports)
- ASF Weight: Separator 6kg (13.2 pounds); Transport 3kg (6.6 pounds)
Power Requirement: 250 VA
Voltages: 100 - 127 VAC single phase grounded 50/60 Hz
200 - 240 VAC single phase grounded 50/60 Hz
Heat Output: 40 Watts (68 BTU/hr) -- Idle
90 Watts (307 BTU/hr) -- Normal print pattern
130 Watts (546 BTU/hr) -- Dense print pattern
IBM 4230 Impact Matrix Printer with continuous forms or dual-purpose module features:
- Temperature: 10 to 40.6C (50 to 105F)
- Relative Humidity: 8 to 80 percent
- Max Wet Bulb: 26.7C (80F)
IBM 4230 Impact Matrix Printer with automatic sheet feed or document insertion features:
- Temperature: 15.6 to 32.2C (60 to 90F)
- Relative Humidity: 8 to 80 percent
- Max Wet Bulb: 22.8C (73F)
Noise Emission: Operating IdleThroughput Considerations
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4230 without ASF installed:
Sound power level (LWAd): 7.0 bels 4.5 bels
Sound pressure level (LpAm): 53 dBA 30 dBA
4230 with ASF installed:
Sound power level (LWAd): 7.0 bels 4.5 bels
Sound pressure level (LpAm): 55 dBA 30 dBA
The overall throughput depends on the machine mode (4224), print mode, application program, system response time, and the type of print operation being done. Any print operation that requires multiple passes or a reduction of horizontal dot spacing causes a reduction in the throughput.
Some print operations that affect throughput are:
- Heavy print patterns
- Line length -- number of characters per line
- Bold printing, double-strike printing, and other types of emphasis
- Graphics printing
- Bar-code printing
The 4230 uses an internal print management feature to guard against overheating the print head due to the quantity of dots being printed. During extended printing of dense lines, or during extended printing of long line lengths, this temperature safeguard may cause the speed of the print mechanism to decrease, lowering overall throughput proportionally.
The 4230 is supported in 4224 mode only by most system software. 4230 mode is currently supported by OS/400 Version 2 Release 2 and GDDM Version 3.1.
Model 201 does not support proportional spacing. Code Pages 01002 (DCF Release 2 Compatibility), 00833 (Korean), and 01026 (Turkish) are not available on AS/400 prior to OS/400 Version 2, Release 2. Certain characters and code pages are unprintable in fast-draft print quality. These code pages are not supported in Fast Draft print quality: OCR-A, OCR-B (code pages 892, 893, 340); Arabic (code page 420), APL (code pages 310, 293); Korean (code page 833); Hebrew (code pages 424, 803); Thai (code page 838); and Cyrillic (code page 880). Refer to the "IBM 4230 Product and Programming Description - Models 101, 201, 1S2, and 2S2 ", GC40-0595, and the "IBM Product and Programming Description - Models 102, 202, 1I1, and 2I1", GC40-1701 for details regarding which characters are supported.
Model 201 is non-IPDS and provides GDDM text and graphics output in DP quality and noncolor only. An upgrade to IPDS is recommended for better print quality if full GDDM support is needed.
The 4230 deviates from the 4214 in one of the supported LCIDs. In the 4214, LCID 1 and LCID 11 (decimal), both correspond to IBM Registered Code Page 00037, version 1 known as USA/Canada. The 4230 supports this code page with LCID 1 only. LCID 11 corresponds to code page 290 known as Japanese Katakana.
The IBM 4230 Model 201 Impact Matrix Printer may attach to systems as follows:
The 3174 Control Unit - Terminal port (using Release A5.4, Release B4.0), or the 3274 Control Unit on a Category A terminal port (using Rel. C49.0 and Rel. D65.1), the 3276 Control Unit - Terminal port, or the 43X1 Processor Display/Printer Adapter or Workstation Adapter, the ES/9370 Processor Workstation Controller (feature #6020; using Release 5.1) a 9371 Micro Channel 370 3270 Adapter (feature #6120 -VM/VSE only) or ES9000 - 9221 Workstation Subsystem Controller.
Model 201 (coaxial) Software Support
4230 4224
Model 3268 1 non-IPDS
201(1) 3287 Mode
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System/370 and System/390 MVS/VM/VSE Environments:
--Non-IPDS Mode
GDDM Version 3.1 Yes(3) Yes No
VM/RSCS V2.2 and later Yes Yes Yes
DW/370 R2.1 Yes Yes Yes
MVS/JES CICS/IMS - SCS Yes(2) Yes Yes
Controllers
3174 Release A5.4, B4.0 Yes Yes Yes
3274 Release C49.0, D65.1 Yes Yes Yes
3276 Non-IPDS Mode Yes Yes Yes
4361 WSA Non-IPDS Mode Yes Yes Yes
4361 DPA Non-IPDS Mode Yes Yes Yes
ES/9370 WSSC Release 5.1 Yes Yes Yes
ES/9000 9221 Worksta Subsys Controller Yes Yes Yes
Note: (1) Supported as a 3268 Model 2 or 3287.
Note: (2) JES Support is provided by JES328X.
Note: (3) See "Limitations" section for GDDM non-IPDS-mode print quality.
Automatic Sheet Feed Software Support -- Model 201 (375 CPS) Support for the 4214 Sheet Feeder is included for comparison.
IBM Automatic Bins Manual Bin
System IBM Software 4230 4214 4230 4214
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System/370 and System/390 MVS/VM Environments:
--Non-IPDS Mode
GDDM Version 3.1 3 Bins No Yes ---
DW/370 R2.1 3 Bins No Yes ---
MVS/JES CICS/IMS 3 Bins No Yes
Printer Compatibility -- 4230 to New and Early 4224 Models
4224 4224
4230 Current Early
Function Description Models Models(1) Models
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Maximum burst speed, DP 400/300 600/400/200 400/200
Fast-draft 480/375 no no
High Yield ribbon yes yes yes
Auto-Inking ribbon yes yes yes
80-character LCD operator panel yes no no
Automatic forms thickness adjust yes no no
Standard memory 128KB/32KB(7) 64KB 64KB
Upgradable to 512KB 512KB 512KB
Customer engineer (CE) replaceable yes no no
print head (included in MMC)
Bar-code improvements(3):
Selectable contrast yes yes(1) no
Postnet bar code yes no no
Code 128 & codabar yes yes(1) no
Selectable element widths/ratios yes yes(1) no
Selectable bar code density yes yes(2) no
OCR A & B selectable via Op Panel yes no no
Selectable graphics density yes yes(2) no
Enhanced font support:
Fast-draft quality yes no no
Forms-handling devices:
Continuous forms module (F1) yes yes yes
Dual-purpose module (F2) yes(4) no no
Document insertion device (F3) yes yes yes
Auto sheet feed device (F4) yes yes(1) no
Restricted space eliminated yes(5) no no
Ordered page mode for text, yes(6) yes no
graphics, and image
Vital products data support: yes no no
Additional code page support: yes no no
Including: Greek 875 Korean 833
Turkish 1026 Katakana 290
APL 293/310
Note: (1) All 4224 models after serial number AA001. Early 4224 models are not upgradable to current models.
Note: (2) Model XE3 only.
Note: (3) Model 201 has no resident bar-code capability.
Note: (4) The DPM replaces the DOD tearoff function available on 4224. It is also enhanced to allow reliable feeding of long continuous-forms jobs and eliminates page top restricted space. The DPM is distinguishable from the DOD by the box around the F2 marking.
Note: (5) The 4224 restricted printing at the top of forms on both DOD and document insertion devices. This restriction has been eliminated on 4230.
Note: (6) This function is supported by 4230 Models 102, 202, 1I1, and 2I1 only.
Note: (7) Model 201 has 32KB memory standard. Model 201 is upgradable to Models 102 and 202.
Compatibility with Other Coaxially Attached Printers
The 4230 Model 201 is data-stream compatible with the 4224 and 3268/3287 for non-IPDS printing applications. There are minor differences described in the "IBM 4230 Printer Product and Programming Description Models 102, 202, 1I1, and 2I1" (GC40-1701) and the "IBM 4230 Product and Programming Description Models 101, 201, 1S2, and 2S2" (GC40-0595), along with comparisons of operator panel functions between the 4230, 4224, and the 3268/3287 that should be reviewed. For example, the 4230 has no index key (3268) but does have vernier keys to move the forms up, down, and linefeed to move the forms 1/6 of an inch. When selecting operator panel changes online (for example, MPP or MPL), these changes are buffered and may not take effect immediately depending on the print job in process. Unlike the 3268/3287, overprinting of text can occur after aborts, buffer reprints, and cancels if the subsequent print job does not include an initial line feed. The 4230 does support 16.7 characters per inch (3268). IPDS is available in SCS (SNA LU-1) and 3270 DSC (non-SNA) environments only.
4230 (coaxial) Model 201
Comparison with 4224 non-IPDS mode and 3268/3287 Printers
3268 1 4224 4230 Non-IPDS
Printer Function 3287 Non-IPDS Model 201
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Print Quality Selection:
Fast Draft No No Yes(G,DW)
DP Yes Yes Yes(G,DW)
DP TEXT No Yes Yes(G,DW)
NLQ No Yes Yes(G,DW)
Page Size Control Yes Yes Yes
CPI Selection:
10 CPI Yes Yes Yes(G,DW)
12/15 CPI No Yes Yes(DW)
16.7 CPI Yes(3268) Yes Yes
Proportional Spacing No No No
LPI Selection:
3/4/6/8 LPI Yes Yes Yes(G,DW)
Variable No No No
Color Printing Yes Yes No
Advanced Function Word
Processing:
Horiz/Vert Position Yes Yes Yes(G,DW)
Underscore Yes Yes Yes(G)
Overstrike Yes(AP) Yes(AP) Yes(AP)
Emphasis (Bold) No No No
Italics No No No
Double-Strike Yes(AP) Yes(AP) Yes(AP)
Double Wide No No No
Super/Sub Script No No No
Font/Character Set Op Panel Op Panel Op Panel
Host Loadable Fonts Yes(PS) No Yes(PS)
APL Character Set Yes Yes Yes(G)
ASF Bin Selection No Yes Yes(G,DW)
Bar Codes No No No(1)
OCR A and OCR B fonts No No Yes (Op Panel Select)
Graphics:
Lines Yes(G,PS) No Yes(G,PS)
Full Arcs/Ellipse Yes(G,PS) No Yes(G,PS)
Area Fill Yes(G,PS) No Yes(G,PS)
Line Types Yes(G,PS) No Yes(G,PS)
Markers Yes(G,PS) No Yes(G,PS)
Rotated Characters Yes(G,PS) No Yes(G,PS)
Large Characters Yes(G,PS) No Yes(G,PS)
Graphics Images Yes(PS) No Yes(PS)
Images No No No
Overlays No No No
Retained Segments No No No
Online Format/Setup Yes Yes Yes(DW)
Query Replies Yes Yes Yes(DW)
Host Initiated Early
Print Complete No Yes(3) Yes(2)
Vital Products Data No No Yes
Note: (1) 4230 Model 201 has no resident barcode capability. Some barcodes may be printed via Program Symbol Sets downloaded characters in DP mode only.
Note: (2) Supported on VM/RSCS V2.3. Enabled by operator panel selection.
Note: (3) Supported on 4224 Model XE3 only.
Note: (AP) Application Program only.
Note: (DW) Supported by DW/370 Release 2.1 with GDDM Version 3.1, ASF bin selection requires the most current release of DW/370.
Note: (G) Supported by GDDM Version 3.1. Non-IPDS output will be DP quality and noncolor. An upgrade to IPDS is recommended for full GDDM support.
Note: (PS) Programmed Symbols - Configure 4230 as a 3268.
| Publications |
The following publications are shipped with the product. Additional copies are available immediately.
- SA40-0564 User's Guide
- SA40-0565 Operator Panel Instruction
- SA40-0576 Document Assembly Binder
- SBOF-3079 Guide to Operations, Models 101, 201, 1S2, and 2S2
- SA40-0593 User's Guide
- SA40-0594 Operator Panel Instruction
- SA40-0592 Quick Reference Card, Models 201 and 2S2
- SA40-0576 Document Assembly Binder
- SA40-0623 Index Tabs and Inserts, Models 101, 201, 1S2, and 2S2
- SA40-0578 Automatic Sheet Feed General Information (shipped with the feature)
- SBOF-3078 Maintenance Documents Package - all models
- SA40-0571 Maintenance Analysis Procedures
- SA40-0572 Maintenance Information Manual
- SA40-0573 Parts Catalog
- SA40-0577 Binder
Note that the Guide to Operations packages (SBOF-4033 and SBOF-3079) include the User's Guide, the Operator Panel Instructions, and a binder with insert and tabs.
- Voltage: 120V, 50/60 Hz, 1-phase. Two lengths of power cords are available. A 9 ft. power cord (feat #9251) is the default if no other is specified. Specify #9250 for 6.0ft (1.8m) power cord with nonlocking plug OR #9251 for 2.8m (9 ft) power cord with nonlocking plug.
- Specify one only of the following forms devices at time of
machine order. Feature #9502 is the default if no other is specified.
See "Special Feature Codes -- Chargeable" for descriptions of forms
devices under the second feature code.
- #9501 for Continuous Forms Device (#4001), or
- #9502 for Dual Purpose Module (#4002), or
- #9503 for Document Insertion Device (#4003)
- #4004 for Automatic Sheet Feed. Features #9501, #9502 and #9503 are not allowed with #4004.
Provides an operator changeable "drop in" mechanism optimized for handling continuous forms. The right hand tractor is adjustable to accommodate forms width from 3 inches to 15 inches. Forms length can be from 3 inches to 14 inches. Four part continuous forms are recommended; however, five and six part forms should be tested on an individual basis for acceptable feeding, registration, and print quality before production. Limitations: Forms less than 6 inches in length or width and forms greater than 12.5 inches in length should be tested for satisfactory stacking. No printing should occur within 6.4mm (0.25 in.) of the top or bottom horizontal perforation. This CFM feature cannot be installed in the 4230 simultaneously with other forms handling features (#9502, #9503, #4002, #4003, and #4004). Maximum: One. Field Installation: Yes. Customer Setup: Yes.
Provides an operator changeable "drop in" mechanism for handling both long continuous forms jobs and "document on demand" (DOD) tearoff applications. The DPM allows the user to remove (tear off) the individual printed form without wasting a blank form each time forms are removed from the printer. Because the DPM will satisfy the widest variety of applications, it is recommended for all continuous forms applications except those in extreme environmental conditions and those in which difficult-to-feed forms are being used. CFM is recommended in these applications when unattended printing is the only mode of operation. The right hand tractor and feed rolls are adjustable to accommodate forms width from 3 inches to 15 inches. Forms length can be from 3 inches to 14 inches. Limitations: Up to 6-part continuous forms may be used, however, five and six part forms should be tested on an individual basis for acceptable feeding, registration, and print quality before production. Forms less than 6 inches in length or width and forms greater than 12.5 inches in length should be tested for satisfactory stacking. Applications requiring more than six forms to be fed before separation (tear off) should be tested for satisfactory operation. No limitations exist to limit the printable area on forms. This feature cannot be installed in the 4230 simultaneously with other forms handling features (#9501, #9503, #4001, #4003, and #4004). Maximum: One. Field Installation: Yes. Customer Setup: Yes.
Provides an operator changeable "drop in" mechanism to handle individually inserted forms. Includes a snap on guide for the left edge of the form. The right hand set of feed rolls is adjustable to accommodate forms width from 3 inches to 15 inches. Forms length can be from 7 inches to 14 inches. Limitations: Forms over 13 inches wide should be tested for satisfactory feeding and registration. 2-to 6-part forms should be tested for satisfactory feeding, registration, and print quality. Multi-part form sets must not be fastened with staples, and must be glued only at the top edge securely enough to prevent form separation while passing through the printer. This feature cannot be installed in the 4230 simultaneously with other forms handling features (#9501, #9502, #4001, #4002, and #4004). Maximum: One. Field Installation: Yes. Customer Setup: Yes.
Provides capability to print the euro common currency symbol. Maximum: One. Field installation: Yes. Customer Setup: No.
Paper meeting the following specifications is acceptable for use in the ASF. All other paper must be tested by the customer for suitable performance.
- Paper sizes (single or multi-part):
ASF Bin Paper Length Paper Width
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Bin 1 (auto) 127-356mm (5-14 in.) 102-356mm (4-14 in.)
Bin 2 (auto) 203-356mm (8-14 in.) 102-356mm (4-14 in.)
Bin 3 (auto) 279-356mm (11-14 in.) 102-356mm (4-14 in.)
Bin 4 (manual) 127-356mm (5-14 in.) 102-356mm (4-14 in.) - Paper width within a stack may vary no more than 0.5mm (0.020 in.). Cuts must be orthogonal (90 degrees) with a deviation no greater than 3 angular minutes.
- Paper type should be one of the following compositions:
- No. 1 sulphite (100 percent chemical wood pulp).
- 25 percent to 100 percent cotton content.
- Basis weight should be 60 to 100g/m2 (16 to 27 lb) Paper weight given in pounds (lb) is the weight of 500 sheets (one ream) of paper sized 17 x 22 inches.
- Thickness of a single sheet should be a minimum of 0.086mm (0.0034 in.) and a maximum of 0.117mm (0.0046 in.). (Also see multi-part forms specifications).
- For optimum performance, use 75 to 90g/m2 (20 to 24 lb) cotton content (25 percent or 50 percent) plain bond paper.
- Multi-part forms can be used in all ASF bins. Tolerances and environmental conditions are more critical for multi-part forms than for single sheets. All multi-part forms must be tested by the customer for suitable performance with the ASF.
- The top surface of the first sheet of any multi-part form must have a surface smoothness range of 18 to 30 Bekk or 180 to 140 Sheffield.
- Multi-part forms used on the ASF are restricted to snap-out or top- glued forms only.
- Multi-part snap-out forms must meet the following
specifications (refer to the IBM 4230 Printer ASF General Information
Manual for an illustration of recommended snap-out form construction):
Pressure sensitive paper (4 sheets maximum)
First sheet 70 - 80g/m2 (19 - 21 lb)
2nd/3rd sheet 40 - 60g/m2 (11 - 16 lb)
Last sheet 70 - 80g/m2 (19 - 21 lb)
Carbon sets (4 sheets maximum)
First sheet 70 - 80g/m2 (19 - 21 lb)
2nd/3rd sheet 35 - 40g/m2 (9 - 11 lb)
Last sheet 70 - 80g/m2 (19 - 21 lb)
Carbon paper 25g/m2 (6.6 lb) approximate
(Carbon noncoated surface must be rough.)
Snap-out perforation
First sheet 3 : 0.8mm
2nd/3rd sheet 7 : 0.8mm
Last sheet 7 : 0.8mm
(Micro-perforations allowed for first and last
sheets, 72 perfs per inch recommended.) - Multi-part top-glued forms must have a top edge that is flat, smooth, and free from any traces of glue. Form sets cut against the grain are more acceptable than sets cut with the grain.
- Unsatisfactory paper and forms (the following are some of
the papers and forms that do not perform reliably or may cause damage
to the sheet feed mechanism):
- Coated paper
- Vellums
- Highly sized erasable bond
- Synthetic paper
- Translucent
- Some paper with a cockle finish
- Some multi-part forms not meeting specifications
- Some pressure sensitive adhesive labels
- Some chemically treated paper (ink-impregnated paper)
- Some preprinted forms requiring high registration accuracy for character location
- Envelopes
- Card stock
- Some preprinted paper containing chemicals that contaminate the sheet feed mechanism or change the frictional characteristics of the paper
- Stapled or clipped forms
- Paper with gum surfaces, holes, perforations, cutouts or windows
- Paper with embossment height exceeding 0.5mm (0.020 in.). Many stock certificates are unacceptable due to heavy embossment. (Embossments must not be located within 15mm (0.59 in.) of any edge of a sheet)
- Folded documents
- Paper with curl or waviness exceeding 3mm (0.118 in.)
- Reams with edges or corners folded or bonded together
- Paper with poorly cut or rough edges
- Paper used in the ASF should be new, unused, and without packaging damage.
- Paper of different types (letterhead, plain, etc.), sizes, or composition should not be mixed or interleaved in the same ASF bin.
- Paper should not be exposed to adverse temperature and humidity conditions. (Consult the manufacturer for recommended storage environment).
Provides parts to convert a printer ordered with #4004 (Auto Sheet Feed) to other forms handling features, #4001, #4002 and #4003. Maximum: One. Field installation: Yes. Customer Setup: Yes.
Provides parts to convert a printer ordered without #4004 (Auto
Sheet Feed) to ASF capability. Consists of the ASF device, cover parts,
and supporting publications. Maximum: One. Field installation: Yes.
Customer Setup: Yes.
| Supplies |
None required with machine order. Supplies are:
IBM High Yield 4224/4230 Printer Ribbon for the IBM 4230 Printer
This customer replaceable cartridge ribbon, available with current 4224 models, supports general purpose printing as well as automatic identification printing for visible light scanning.
- Expected life: average 6 million DP characters
- Estimated annual usage: 16 to 22 ribbons
- Standard packaging: One per box; 12 per carton
- Minimum order quantity: One ribbon
- P/N 1040440
Multipurpose IBM 4224/4230 Auto-Inking* Ribbon for the 4230 Printer
This customer replaceable cartridge ribbon, available with current 4224 models, supports multi-purpose printing as well as automatic identification printing for both visible light scanning and infrared light scanning.
- Expected life: average 15 million DP characters
- Estimated annual usage: 5 to 10 ribbons
- Standard packaging: One per box, six per carton
- Minimum order quantity: One ribbon
- P/N 1040580
None.
(R), (TM), * Trademark or registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
** Company, product, or service name may be a trademark or service mark of others.
IBM Corporation 2004.