Canon BJ-20 User Manual

BJ-20USER’SMANUALCanonDownloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

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Appendix B: Code Pages and Character SetsBJ-l0e ModeIn BJ- 10e mode (IBM Proprinter X24E or Canon BJ- 130e emulation), the printer supports two IBM co

USA Code page 437 (Character Set 2) USA Code Page 437 (All Characters Chart) Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search en

Multilingual Code Page 850 (Character Set 1) Multilingual Code Page 850 (Character Set 2) Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manu

Multilingual Code Page 850 (All Characters Chart) LQ ModeIn LQ mode (Epson LQ-510 emulation), the printer supports two character

Character Set and the Epson Graphics Character Set. The Italics Character Set has contol codes in two places: Between ASCII 0 and ASC II 32 Between AS

Espon Graphics Character SetInternational Character SetUse the table below to replace the characters marked by the shaded areas in the above Epson cha

NoteCountries from 0 to 7 (USA to Spain I) can also be selected using the DIP switches 6, 7, and 8. For details, see page 69.Downloaded from www.Manua

Appendix C: Default SettingsWhen shipped the BJ-20 printer has the following settings.All DIP switches are set to OFF. Appendix D: Options and Suppli

Appendix E: SpecificationsHardwareMaximum Number of Characters:LQ ModePrinting Method: Serial bubble jet ink on-demandPrinting Speed:83 cps in 10 cpi

BJ ModeModePicaPica enlargedPica condensedPica condensed-enlargedEliteElite enlargedElite condensedElite condensed-enlargedMicronMicron enlargedPropor

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Approx. 700,000 chrs/cartridgeInk Amount: Approx. 28 g (0.9 oz)Acoustic Noise Level:Under 45 dB(A)Operating EnvironmentTemperature:Humidity:5 C to 35C

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Checking the Package ContentsMake sure the following items are in the package:NotesAC adapter may differ, depending on the country of purchase.Read th

Installing the BJ CartridgeThe BJ cartridge contains ink and a print head for printing. Each cartridge can print about 700,000 characters approximatel

3Lift the lock lever on the carriage.4Fit the BJ cartridge slot over the bright yellow mounting base.Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search

5Push the lock lever down to lock the cartridge in place.6Close the paper cover.Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

Connecting to an AC OutletBefore you start, check the voltage and frequency of the power source match the indication on the AC adapter label.1Connect

CautionsUse only the supplied AC adapter. If, however, you plan to operate the printer in another country, check the voltage of the country and , if n

Cleaning the Print HeadTo ensure good print quality, clean the print head whenever you install a new BJ cartridge.1Turn on the printer. The POWER indi

Table of ContentsChapter 1 IntroductionHow to Use This ManualFeaturesPrecautionsChapter 2 Getting StartedIdentifying the PartsChecking the Package Con

3Press and hold down the LF/FF switch to form-feed (FF) the paper.The paper advances to the position ready for printing.4Press the ON LINE switch to t

5Press the FWD ADJ and REV ADJ switches simultaneously when the printer is online. The buzzer sounds.6Immediately press the LF/FF switch before the bu

If the buzzer sounds before you could press the LF/FF switch, wait for the cleaning to finish, the start from step 6 again.7The cleaning process is

Notes You can do the cleaning process without print the check pattern. To do so, just do step 6 when the printer is online; this will start the cleani

Testing the PrinterNow you can test to see whether the printer will print correctly or not. Make sure the printer is turned off.1Hold down the LF/FF s

3Press the LF/FF switch.The paper advances to the position ready for printing.4Press the ON LINE switch.Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals sea

Ripple Pattern Test in BJ-10e mode 5The printer starts printing a test page (Ripple Pattern Test).A sample portion of the test page is shown below. If

Ripple Pattern Test in LQ modeHQ elite* HQ pica HQ double-high Draft elite Draft pica HQ double-wide Draft condensed Draft condensed subscript HQ emph

Connecting to Your Personal ComputerThe BJ-20 does not come with an interface cable, so you need to obtain an 8-bit, parallel cable for the connectio

Setting of Your Software for the BJ-20To print correctly, your software must know which brand printer and model it will print on. This is necessary

Appendix A: Printer Control Codes SummaryAppendix B: Code Pages and Character Sets Appendix C: Default SettingsAppendix D: Options and SuppliesAppendi

If you cannot find Canon BJ-10e on the printer menu of your software, use the following table to choose the one that is closest, starting from the top

Testing the Whole SystemIf all of the previous steps were successfully completed, you can do the final testing.Make sure the computer is turned on.1Tu

Additional Information4Press the ON LINE switch.The ON LINE indicator lights.5Start your software and prepare a short memo, for example, for printing

Loading the PackMake sure the printer is turned off.Cautions Use only the canon NB-150 rechargeable battery pack. Avoid touching the terminals. 1Raise

2Remove the battery compartment cover.3Insert the battery pack into the compartment4Replace the cover and return the stand to its original position. D

To remove the installed battery pack:Do steps 1 and 2 as described in the "Installing the Pack" section, then pull out the battery by the ta

check for low battery (page 105).Notes If the printer is connected to an AC outlet, when the printer starts up, it automatically used the power suppli

2Remove the auto sheet feeder (page 51) if it is installed.3Place the printer, interface cable, and AC adapter in a suitable carrying case.Downloaded

4If you are traveling to another country, make sure the AC adapter matches the power requirements of that country. You may want to bring additional b

Handling PaperPrintable Area:The Shaded area is the printable area.Chapter 3PaperPaper Requirements The BJ-20 printer does not require special paper.

IBM PC and Proprinter X24E are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.Lotus 1-2-3 is a trademark of the Lotus Development Corporati

where:The paper should be smooth and flat, without any curls, folds, or damaged edges.HORIZONTAL In mm In inch a. 182-216 7.2-8.5 b.A4 3.4 0.13Le

EnvelopesThe printer can handle envelopes of Commercial Number 10 size (4.1" X 9.5"). The following envelopes cannot be used: Envelopes with

bottom slot of the printer. After printing on transparencies, feed at least two sheets of paper through the printer to clean the rollers. Use the tra

3Press the LF/FF switch.The paper advances to the position ready for printing.4Rotate the paper thickness adjustment dial until you feel a click.For e

5Press the ON LINE switch.The ON LINE indicator lights and the printer is ready for printing.Cautions Do not open the paper cover while printing. Use

Loading Envelopes, Transparencies, or Thick PaperThe example below shows how to load an envelope. Make sure the printer is turned on and offline.1Rais

3Align the envelope with the paper guide and insert the envelope ensuring it is straight4Press the LF/FF switch to advance the envelope. If necessary,

5Press the ON LINE switch. The ON LINE indicator lights and the printer is ready for printing.Notes For envelope, remove it manually if it is not ejec

Using the Auto Sheet FeederThe auto sheet feeder can handle up to 50 sheets of A4-, B5-, or letter-size paper (64 g/m2). Installing the FeederMake sur

2Attach the feeder to the printer, by inserting the hooks on the feeder into the slots on the back of the printer.3Lock the feeder.Downloaded from www

How to Use This ManualThis manual describes how to set up and operate the BJ-20, a portable printer from Canon.Chapter 2 is recommended for all users.

The feeder installation is completed.Loading Standard Paper Make sure the paper thickness adjustment dial (page 46) is set to the center position and

2Slide the right paper guide to the right as far as it can go.3Raise the two paper supports.Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

Align the edges by tapping them lightly.4Fan a stack of paper (up to 50 sheets).5Insert the paper stack into the bin.Downloaded from www.Manualslib.co

6Push the right paper guide against the stack.7Open the bin.8Open the top cover.Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

Turn the printer on, and the printer is ready for auto paper feed printing. Caution Before removing the paper from the bin, always close the bin first

3Press the FWD ADJ switches to adjust the envelope to the first print line position.4Press the ON LINE switch.The ON LINE indicator lights and the pri

SpecificationsNotesRemove the envelope manually if it is not ejected after printing. When using the auto sheet feeder, the REV ADJ Switch is not avai

Changing the Printer SettingsThere are 3 ways to change the printer’s settings: from the control panel, from your software, and from the DIP switches.

In BJ-10e ModeMODE 1: IBM X24E emulationMODE 2: Canon BJ-130e emulation In LQ ModeFrom the DIP Switches Use the DIP switches to make changes if you wa

To change the DIP SwitchesNotes When shipped, all the DIP switches are set to OFF. The BJ-10e mode is further divided into 2 emulations; the BJ-130E (

Laser Printer-like Print QualityThe 360-dpi resolution gives you output quality of a laser printer - but at a much lower cost. This means bringing pre

Choosing Between Print Quality and SpeedBy default, the printer prints at high quality - 83 characters per second (cps). For some work where speed is

you can put the printer into high speed (110 cps), lower quality mode. Selecting Printer EmulationThe BJ-20 allows you to emulate three types of print

Printing TextMode Printer EmulationLQ Epson LQ-510BJ- 1Oe IBM Proprinter X24ECanon BJ-130eFrom the Control PanelThe change is lost when the printe

In LQ ModeChange the DIP switches 6, 7, and 8 according to the table below.In BJ-10e ModeChange the DIP switches 5 and 9 according to the table below.

In BJ-10e ModeThe default setting is 10 cpi.In LQ ModeThe default setting is 10 cpi.To Add Condensed Effect in LQ Mode:In LQ ModeA great variety of pr

The change can only be made in software using the escape sequences (page 114) or your software applications in built routines.In BJ-10e ModeThe follow

To de-select a style:Built-in font:Only one font is available - Courier. No selection is possible.Downloaded font:You must set DIP switch 10 (page 63)

Prestige, Script, Orator, and Orator-S.[To select a font for current printing session only][To select a font for permanent use]1Make sure that the LQ

Main Control CodesTo control the BJ-20, you can also use the printer control codes from your programs. This section describes some of the more importa

CommentGraphic characters and horizontal tabs set by the HT code are not underscored.Use 8 lines per inch for line spacing.Select the IBM Proprinter X

On operating environmentsOperate the printer only in the following environments: Operating temperature:5°C to 35°C(41°F to 95°F)Relative humidity: 10%

fed in n/60 inch. If the DIP switch 7 is set to OFF (AGM mode disabled), paper is fed in n/72 inch. After text line spacing is set, use the ESC 2 code

Set font and character pitch.CommentThe Internal fonts are used if the characters are not downloaded. Set the DIP switch 10 to ON to enable down load.

For superscript mode:Select or cancel printing of characters with character width double the normal size.Set or cancel the presentation highlight (dou

m4 determines character width:*In MODE 2 (BJ-130e emulation), shading and reverse modes can be set with m2.The 4 least significant bits determine reve

CommentSetting the 2nd bit to 0 in the ESC ! n code can also cancel the condensed mode.Select or cancel use of the installed auto sheet feeder (ASF).C

Select or Cancel Scores.CommentSelect or cancel auto underscore. Select 8 lines per inch for line spacing. FORMAT ESC ( - n1 n2 m d1 d2DEC 27 40 45

Select 6 lines per inch for spacing CommentWhen the Epson extended graphic set is being used, the graphic characters (x’B0 to x’DF’, x’F4’,x’F5’) cann

Set page (form) length to n lines, where n can range from 1 to 127.CommentLater changes in line spacing have no effect on page length.Set page (form)

Select national character set.CommentThe initial value is determined by the DIP switches 6, 7, and 8.Select or cancel printing of characters in the to

Recharging the Battery PackWhen fully charged, the optional NiCd rechargeable battery pack can operate up to 40 Minutes.To maintain optimum performanc

prevent the printer from operating properly.Do not place objects on top of the printer.Do not remove the BJ cartridge from the printer until it has to

When the battery pack is switched on and the printer connected to an AC outlet, the printer will automatically use the AC power. To use the battery, s

Replacing the BJ CartridgeThe BJ cartridge contains ink and a print head. Replace it if any one of the following conditions is met:When the cartridge

Cautions3Remove the BJ Cartridge.CautionAvoid touching the electrode on the mounting base.4Prepare a new BJ cartridge and follow the installation proc

Do not attempt to refill the BJ cartridges. Doing so cannot improve print quality. Do not disassemble the BJ cartridge, or the ink may spill out on yo

Cleaning the Print HeadThe printer’s unique head cleaning system periodically (automatically) clears away paper particles and accumulated dust that mi

Storing and Transporting the PrinterIf you need to ship the printer or store if for over one month, take the following steps.Cautions Make sure the p

3Remove the interface cable and AC adapter.If the battery pack has been installed, remove it also. Do not remove the BJ cartridge.4Place the printer i

Errors Displayed Via IndicatorsIf any printer problem occurs, first look at the indicators on the control panel and see if the chart below can help. I

Low BatteryLow Battery WarningWhen the battery is low, a low battery warning is issued (See the "Diagnosis Chart" section). If printing of

Incorrect Paper FeedMake sure the paper release lever is locked. Make sure the paper in use meets the paper requirements (page 42). Make sure the pap

Identifying the PartsFrontInsideChapter 2Getting StartedDownloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

Paper JamsPaper Fed fromthe Top CoverPaper Fed from the Bottom Slot Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

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NoteIf the platen becomes soiled with ink, clean by feeding a few sheets of paper.Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

Appendix A: Printer Control Codes SummaryPrinter control codes are listed under each of the 3 emulation's the BJ-20 supports: IBM Proprinter X24E

MODE 2 (BJ-130e Emulation)ESC B n...0ESC C nESC C 0 nESC D n...0ESC EESC FESC GESC HESC I nESC J nESC K n1 n2ESC L n1 n2ESC N nESC OESC P nESC Q nES

Basic Control CodesThe basic control codes that can be used in the BJ-130e emulation are almost the same as those listed in the "IBM Proprinter X

ESCape Sequence CodesMnemonic Dec. Hex. FunctionNULBEL BS HT LF VT FF CR SO SI DC1 DC2 DC3 DC4 CAN ESC DEL 0 78 91011 121314151718 19 20 24 27 127

Using Printer Control Codes in Application ProgramsESC ? n mESC @ESC A nESC B n1 n2ESC C nESC C 0 nESC DESC EESC FESC GESC HESC J nESC K n1 n2ESC L

This section explains how to send printer control codes in selected major application programs. Each example uses the codes in the LQ mode.WordPerfect

Lotus 1-2-3 Setup String (Three-Digit Example)Any control codes you enter when using Lotus 1-2-3 will affect the entire spreadsheet. To enter a contr