NCR Printer 7156 User Manual

NCR 7156 Thermal Receipt and  
Impact Slip Printer:  
Setup and Users Guide  
BD20-1435-A  
Issue B  
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Important Information to the User  
In order to ensure compliance with the Product Safety, FCC and CE marking requirements,  
you must use the power supply, power cord, and interface cable which were shipped with  
this product or which meet the following parameters:  
Power Supply  
UL Listed (QQGQ), Class 2 power supply with SELV (Secondary Extra Low Voltage), non-  
energy hazard output, limited energy source, input rated 100-240 Vac, 1.5/ 0.8 A, 50/ 60 Hz,  
output rated 24 Vdc, 2.3 A.  
Use of this product with a power supply other than the NCR power supply will require  
you to test this power supply and NCR printer for FCC and CE mark certification.  
Interface Cable  
A shielded (360 degree) interface cable must be used with this product. The shield must be  
connected to the frame or earth ground connection or earth ground reference at EACH end  
of the cable.  
Use of a cable other than described here will require that you test this cable with the NCR  
printer and your system for FCC and CE mark certification.  
Power Cord  
A UL listed, detachable power cord must be used for this product. For applications where  
the power supply module may be mounted on the floor, a power cord with Type SJT  
marking must be used. For applications outside the US, power cords which meet the  
particular countrys certification and application requirements should be used.  
Use of a power cord other than described here may result in a violation of safety  
certifications which are in force in the country of use.  
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Federal Communications Commission (FCC)  
Radio Frequency Interference Statement  
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party  
responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment.  
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A  
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide  
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a  
commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency  
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause  
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential  
area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct  
the interference at his own expense.  
Communication Cables  
Shielded communication cables must be used with this unit to ensure compliance with the  
Class A FCC limits.  
Information to User  
This equipment must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's  
instructions. However, there is no guarantee that interference to radio communications will  
not occur in a particular commercial installation. If this equipment does cause interference,  
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to  
contact NCR immediately.  
The NCR company is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by  
unauthorized modification of this equipment or the substitution or attachment of  
connecting cables and equipment other than those specified by NCR. The correction of  
interferences caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment will be  
the responsibility of the user.  
Industry Canada (IC)  
Radio Frequency Interference Statement  
This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing  
Equipment Regulations.  
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel  
brouilleur du Canada.  
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7156 Setup and User’s Guide  
Contents  
Contents  
Chapter 1: The 7156 Printer  
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Features and Options..................................................................................................2  
Receipt Station ......................................................................................................2  
Slip Station ............................................................................................................3  
Both Stations .........................................................................................................3  
General Features...................................................................................................3  
Options ..................................................................................................................4  
Chapter 2: Setting Up and Using the Printer  
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What Is in the Box?......................................................................................................5  
Removing the Packing Material .........................................................................6  
Repacking the Printer ..........................................................................................8  
Choosing a Location....................................................................................................9  
Connecting the Cables ..............................................................................................10  
Turning On the Printer .............................................................................................12  
Loading and Changing the Receipt Paper .............................................................13  
Removing the Paper Roll...................................................................................14  
Putting In the Paper Roll...................................................................................15  
Putting In and Changing the Ribbon Cassette ......................................................16  
Removing the Ribbon Cassette.........................................................................16  
Putting In the Ribbon Cassette .........................................................................17  
Printing on Forms or Checks ...................................................................................18  
Validating and Verifying Checks ............................................................................20  
Testing the Printer.....................................................................................................22  
Running the Print Test by Power Cycling the Printer...................................22  
Running the Print Test by Opening and Closing the Cover.........................22  
Sample Print Test ...............................................................................................23  
Setting Switches.........................................................................................................24  
Cleaning the Printer ..................................................................................................26  
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Chapter 3: Ordering Paper and Supplies  
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Ordering Thermal Receipt Paper ............................................................................27  
Ordering Forms .........................................................................................................28  
Ordering Ribbon Cassettes.......................................................................................28  
Ordering Other Supplies ..........................................................................................29  
Ordering Documentation .........................................................................................29  
Revision Record  
Issue  
A
Date  
Remarks  
September 97  
September 98  
First printing  
B
Second printing, including  
minor revisions  
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Chapter 1: The 7156 Printer  
Chapter 1: The 7156 Printer  
Receipt  
Cover  
On Line Button  
On Line  
Green LED  
Paper Status  
Red Led  
Paper Feed  
Button  
Receipt  
Front  
Cover  
LED  
Slip or  
Check  
Extended  
Slip Table  
The 7156 printer is a fast, quiet, and very reliable multiple function printer.  
Relatively small, it is easy to setup and use. It prints receipts, validates and prints  
checks, and prints on a variety of single- or multiple-part forms. There is no  
journal as it is kept electronically by the host computer.  
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The industry-standard RS-232C communication interface allows the 7156 to be  
connected to any host computer that uses RS-232C. Control codes are provided for  
easy migration of applications written for Epson as well as other NCR printers.  
With thermal printing technology on the more frequently used receipt station,  
there is no ribbon cassette to change and paper loading is extremely simple.  
Printing on single- or multiple-part forms, validating checks, and printing checks  
is also easy in the accommodating slip station. An additional option is the  
Magnetic Ink Character Recognition (MICR) check reader with parsing which  
reads account numbers on checks for easy verification. An extended slip table is  
available for handling large forms and is standard with the MICR check reader  
option.  
Features and Options  
The 7156 printer comes with several features and options.  
Receipt Station  
Thermal printing  
Standard pitch (host selectable): 15.2 characters per inch, 44 columns  
Compressed pitch (host selectable): 19.0 characters per inch, 56 columns  
Resident bar codes  
Code 39  
Code 128  
UPC-A  
UPC-E  
JAN8 (EAN)  
JAN13 (EAN)  
Interleaved 2 of 5  
Codabar  
Drop-in paper loading requiring no spindle or threading paper  
Paper low indicator  
Paper exhaust  
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Slip Station  
Bi-directional, impact printing  
Standard pitch (host selectable): 13.9 characters per inch, 66 columns  
Compressed pitch (host selectable): 17.1 characters per inch, 80 columns  
Printing of forms up to five plies  
Front insertion of forms with forms stop  
Side insertion of forms with override of forms stop  
Automatic and manual insertion of forms  
Form alignment sensors and Slip In LED indicator  
Horizontal flat-bed slip table with optional extension (standard with MICR  
check reader)  
Snap-on ribbon cassette  
Both Stations  
Variety of print modes: double high (receipt station only), double strike (slip  
station only), double wide, upside down, and rotated  
Two resident character sets:  
PC Code Page 437 (US)  
PC Code Page 850 (Multilingual)  
16K RAM for downloaded character sets or bit-mapped graphics  
(such as logos)  
General Features  
Cover open sensors  
Industry standard RS-232C communication interface  
History EEROM for custom settings  
Power and communication support for a remote 2x20 pass-through display  
Audible tone (controlled by application)  
Note: The 7156 does not use a paper journal. The journal is kept electronically by  
the host computer.  
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Options  
Magnetic Ink Character Recognition (MICR) check reader built into the slip  
station for verifying checks (includes custom MICR field parsing)  
Extended slip table for handling large forms (standard with MICR  
check reader)  
Paper cutter (receipt station)  
Remote power supply  
Two cash drawer drivers  
Communication cable  
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Chapter 2: Setting Up and Using the Printer  
What Is in the Box?  
The following items are packed in the shipping box (printers shipped in bulk may  
not include all of these items):  
Printer enclosed in a plastic bag and foam pack  
Thermal receipt paper roll (inside receipt bucket)  
Test printout protecting the thermal printhead (inside receipt bucket)  
Cardboard support for cantilever (on slip table)  
Foam restraint for carriage (behind front cover)  
Power supply with cable connecting to printer and power supply cord  
connecting to power outlet (only if ordered with the printer)  
Ribbon cassette  
Clips for securing cables under the base  
If not in the box, the clips will be attached or molded to the base.  
Installation report card (please complete this form and return to NCR)  
7156 Thermal Receipt and Impact Slip Printer: Setup and User’s Guide  
(this booklet)  
These items may be ordered as options from NCR and will be shipped separately:  
Communication cable (from host computer to printer)  
Cash drawer with cables (may be ordered from other equipment suppliers: see  
“Ordering Other Supplies” in chapter 3)  
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Removing the Packing Material  
1. Once the printer is removed from the foam pack and plastic bag, open the  
receipt cover by pulling up on the front left corner.  
2. Remove the paper roll, discard any packing material, and remove the test  
printout from inside the receipt bucket.  
Receipt  
Cover  
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3. Open the front cover and remove the foam restraint.  
4. Remove the cardboard support from the slip table.  
5. Remove the ribbon cassette and cables from the box.  
6. Save all packing materials for future storing, moving, or shipping the printer.  
7. Complete the Installation report card and send it to NCR.  
Caution: Remove the foam restraint and the cardboard support before operating  
the printer.  
Front  
Cover  
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Repacking the Printer  
Review the illustrations on the previous two pages to pack the printer.  
1. Place receipt paper between the receipt cover and the printhead for protection.  
2. Remove the ribbon cassette, move the carriage to the right, and place the foam  
restraint between the left side of the printer and the carriage to protect the  
carriage.  
3. Place the cardboard support on the slip table.  
4. Place the printer in the plastic bag and foam pack, place the packed printer in  
the box and secure the box with packing tape.  
5. If you are sending the printer to NCR for repair, call your NCR-authorized  
service representative for instructions on where to send the printer.  
Be prepared to answer questions concerning shipping and billing.  
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Choosing a Location  
The 7156 printer takes up relatively little counter space and may be set on or near  
the host computer. Make sure there is enough room to open the receipt cover to  
change the paper and to open the front cover to change the ribbon cassette. The  
illustration shows the actual dimensions of the printer, but leave several inches  
around the printer for connecting and accessing the cables.  
Note: The optional Magnetic Ink Character Recognition (MICR) check reader  
feature has been factory adjusted for a normal operating environment with a host  
computer. However, additional devices, such as CRT monitors, or large metal  
surfaces that are near the printer can affect the printers magnetic field, causing  
intermittent reading errors when the MICR check reader is in operation.  
This condition can be easily diagnosed by checking the MICR check reader and  
adjusting it if the factory setting has been altered by your operating environment.  
See the Owners Guide for more information.  
280 mm  
(11.00 in.)  
178 mm  
(7.00 in.)  
229 mm  
(9.00 in.)  
264 mm  
(10.40 in.)  
347 mm  
(13.70 in.)  
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Connecting the Cables  
There are three different types of cables that connect to the printer:  
Power supply cable supplying power from the power supply  
Communication cable connecting the printer to the host computer  
Cash drawer cables connecting the printer to one or two cash drawers  
Caution: Disconnect the power before connecting the cables. Always connect the  
communication cable and cash drawer cables before connecting power to the  
power supply. Always disconnect power to the power supply before disonnecting  
the communication and cash drawer cables.  
Follow these steps to connect the cables. See the illustration on the facing page.  
1. Unplug the power supply from its power source.  
2. Connect the power and communication cables to their respective connectors  
under the printer as shown in the illustration.  
Be sure to screw the communication cable to the connector on the printer.  
3. Route the cables through the cable clamps on the bottom of the printer, then  
through the two slots in the cable access cover as shown in the illustration.  
Note: The strain relief bushings are shipped in the box and help secure the  
cables. The cable clamps may be shipped in the box or may be attached or  
molded to the bottom of the printer. Use the cable clamps or strain relief  
bushings, or both, to keep the cables from being unplugged which may  
damage the connectors or interrupt a transaction.  
4. Connect the communication cable to the appropriate host computer connector.  
5. Connect the cash drawer cables to the printer and cash drawers.  
The connectors are standard phone jacks located at the rear of the printer.  
6. Plug the power cord into the power supply, then plug the power supply into  
an outlet.  
At this point, the printer receives power. If the On Line LED (green) is on, the  
printer is on-line. Otherwise, the printer is off-line.  
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Cash Drawer Strain Relief  
Cash Drawer  
Connector 1  
Connector 2  
Bushings  
Cable  
Access  
Cover  
Power  
Cable  
Communication  
Cable  
Cable  
Clamps  
Power  
Connector  
Communication  
Connector  
Bottom of the Printer  
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Turning On the Printer  
On Line Button  
with Recessed  
Plunger  
On Line Button  
On Line  
On Line  
Green LED  
Green LED  
Paper Status  
Red LED  
Paper Status  
Red LED  
Paper Feed Button  
Paper Feed Button  
Standard  
Operator Panel  
Alternate Version  
Operator Panel  
Note: The operator panel may differ from the standard version (left) depending  
on the model. On models matching the alternate version (right), use a paper clip or  
pointed object to press the plunger to put the printer on- or off-line.  
1. Press the On Line button (or plunger) to put the printer on-line, if its not  
already on-line.  
The printer goes through a self-test routine to ensure everything is working  
properly then “beeps.” The On Line light (green) comes on indicating the  
printer is on-line. When the printer has completed its “startup” cycle, it is  
ready to receive data.  
If the On Line light does not come on, the Paper Out light or the LED on the  
slip table flashes, or the host computer indicates that there is a problem, see the  
7156 Owner's Guide for more information.  
2. Press the On Line button (or plunger) again to put the printer off-line.  
Note: The printer receives power when the power supply is on even if the printer  
is off-line. To completely remove power, press the On Line button (or plunger) to  
put the printer off-line (On Line light is off), then unplug the power supply from  
the outlet.  
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Loading and Changing the Receipt Paper  
Although the illustrations show a used roll being removed, the instructions apply  
to loading paper for the first time.  
Change the paper when either of the following two conditions occurs:  
Paper Status LED (red) flashes: the paper is low  
There are approximately 1 ½ to 7 ½ meters (5-25 feet) of paper remaining on  
the roll. Change the paper as soon as possible to avoid running out part way  
through a transaction.  
Depending on the application program, the host computer may alert you when  
the paper is low.  
Paper Status LED (red) turns on: the paper is out  
Change the paper immediately or data may be lost.  
Caution: Do not operate the printer or host computer if the printer runs out of  
paper. The printer will not operate without paper, but it may continue to accept  
data from the host computer. Because the printer cannot print any transactions, the  
data may be lost.  
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Removing the Paper Roll  
1. Open the receipt cover.  
2. Remove the used roll.  
Receipt  
Cover  
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Putting In the Paper Roll  
Note: Tear off the end of the new roll so that the edge is loose.  
1. Place the new roll in the bin with a little extra paper extending over the front.  
Be sure the paper unrolls from the bottom of the roll. Otherwise the paper will  
not be printed on because the thermal coating will be on the wrong side.  
2. Close the receipt cover.  
3. Remove the excess paper by tearing it against the tear-off blade.  
In addition to the tear off-blade, some printers use a knife to cut the receipt.  
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Putting In and Changing the Ribbon Cassette  
Change the ribbon cassette when the print is too light or the ribbon is frayed.  
Removing the Ribbon Cassette  
1. Open the front cover.  
2. Squeeze the tabs on the cassette and pull the cassette out of the printer.  
Front  
Cover  
1
Ribbon  
Cassette  
2
Tab  
Tab  
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Putting In the Ribbon Cassette  
1. Tighten the ribbon by turning the knob in the direction of the arrow.  
2. Position the ribbon cassette on the carriage and snap it into place.  
Be sure the ribbon is underneath the printhead.  
3. Close the front cover.  
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Printhead  
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Front  
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Printing on Forms or Checks  
There are several types of transactions that require you to insert a form or check  
into the printer:  
Credit card transaction (some credit card transactions may be printed on the  
receipt station and not require any forms)  
Multiple-part forms such as credit transactions or merchandise returns  
Electronic funds transfers  
Check printing (printing the date, payee, and amount on the check face)  
Check endorsement  
Although the illustration on the facing page shows a check being inserted into the  
printer, the instructions apply to any type of form. The 7156 can print on forms up  
to five-parts thick. See “Ordering Forms” later in this book for more information  
about the type of forms that can be used.  
1. Insert the form or check (check shown in the illustration) from the front and  
place it on the slip table top first and with the print side up.  
If the form is extra long, you may need to insert it from the side.  
2. Slide the form or check to the right until it lines up against the guide (wall).  
If the form is extra long, you may need to slide it over the form stop to  
disengage it. In this case, you will need to mark the slip table for lining up the  
form for the proper placement of the print on the form.  
3. Slide the form or check toward the back of the printer until it contacts the form  
stop (it won't be able to go any further);  
Or, align the form or check with any preset mark you may have made on the  
slip table for custom forms.  
The green LED on the slip table turns on when the form or check is properly  
inserted (the form has to cover two sensors on the slip table).  
4. Follow the instructions from the host computer.  
The printer begins printing.  
5. Remove the form or check after it has been fed back out.  
6. Follow the instructions from the host computer to finish the transaction.  
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ORDER OF  
$
DOLLARS  
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Check Orientation  
Guide  
Slip  
Table  
Extended  
Slip Table  
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Validating and Verifying Checks  
Note: If the MICR check reader feature is present, checks are verified then  
validated.  
1. Insert the check from the front and place it on the slip table face down as  
shown in the illustration on the facing page.  
2. Slide the check to the right until it lines up against the guide (wall).  
3. Slide the check toward the back of the printer until it contacts the form stop (it  
wont be able to go any further);  
Or, align the check with any preset mark you may have made on the slip table.  
The green LED on the slip table turns on when the form or check is properly  
inserted (it has to cover two sensors on the slip table).  
4. Follow the instructions from the host computer.  
If the MICR check reader feature is present, the check is fed in and out while  
the check numbers are read. If the check is verified as good, it is then  
validated. If the check is not verified as good, it is not validated.  
Note: Do not hold or keep the check from moving during the MICR check reader  
transaction or the check numbers will not be read accurately.  
5. Remove the check after it has been fed all the way back out.  
6. Follow the instructions from the host computer to finish the transaction.  
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ENDORSE HERE  
DO NOT WRITE, STAMP OR SIGN BELOW THIS LINE  
RESERVED FOR FINANCIAL INSTITUTION USE  
Check Orientation  
LED  
Guide  
Slip  
Table  
Extended  
Slip Table  
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Testing the Printer  
Test the receipt station using the simple tests described here. Additional tests are  
described in the “Diagnostics” chapter in the Owner's Guide. The tests print data  
about the printer's configuration which is useful to a service representative if there  
is a problem. The tests also print the character sets and cut the paper. The tests  
continue until you stop them. Several feet of paper can be used to print one pass.  
Running the Print Test by Power Cycling the Printer  
1. Press the On Line button (or plunger) to put the printer off-line.  
Use a paper clip or other pointed object to depress the plunger on models with  
that item. The On Line light (green) goes off.  
2. Press and hold down the Paper Feed button, then press the On Line button (or  
plunger) to begin the test.  
3. Let go of the Paper Feed button once the printing begins.  
The printer prints the data and character sets until you stop it (see the sample).  
4. To stop the test, press the Paper Feed button.  
The printer is ready to receive and print data from the host computer.  
Running the Print Test by Opening and Closing the Cover  
1. Press the On Line button (or plunger) to put the printer off-line.  
Use a paper clip or other pointed object to depress the plunger on models with  
that item. The On Line light (green) goes off.  
2. Open the receipt cover by pulling up on the front left side of the cover.  
The Paper Status light (red) comes on indicating the receipt cover is open and  
that the printer cannot receive or print data (not that the paper is out).  
3. Press and hold down the Paper Feed button while closing the receipt cover.  
4. Let go of the Paper Feed button once the printing begins.  
The printer prints the data and character sets until you stop it (see the sample).  
5. To stop the test, press the Paper Feed button.  
The printer is ready to receive and print data from the host computer.  
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Setting Switches  
A group of switches, called DIP switches, are used to set communication  
parameters for the RS-232C communication interface. The switches are located  
behind the front cover.  
Note: The DIP switches are used for other functions. See the “Diagnostics” chapter  
in the Owner's Guide for more information.  
Caution: The DIP switches are set at the factory to predetermined settings and  
should generally not be changed. If you must change the settings do so carefully to  
avoid changing other functions.  
Before changing any of the switches, first run the print test to print out the current  
switch settings on the receipt. See “Testing the Printer” earlier in this book for  
instructions on running the print test and for a sample printout.  
DIP Switch  
Off  
On  
Switch 1 is shown  
in the OFF position  
Reset  
Button  
Front of Printer  
Front Cover  
Note: Switch 1 is shown in the Off position for reference.  
Note: Some 7156 models may appear slightly different from what is shown in the  
illustration. The procedures are the same for all models unless otherwise noted.  
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Chapter 2: Setting Up and Using the Printer  
Use a paper clip or other pointed object to set the switches.  
1. Open the front cover.  
2. Set the switches to the desired settings shown in the table.  
Switch 1 must be set to Off for the on-line mode. Setting switch 1 to On puts  
the printer in level 1 diagnostics (setup mode). Changing the other switches in  
level 1 diagnostics can change settings that have been pre-set at the factory.  
See the “Diagnostics” chapter in the Owner's Guide for more information.  
3. Close the cover.  
DIP Switch Settings for RS-232C Parameters  
Switch  
Settings  
Description  
1
OFF  
ON  
On-line Mode (default)  
Level 1 Diagnostics (setup mode)  
2
OFF  
ON  
DTR/ DSR Protocol (default)  
XON/ XOFF Protocol  
3
OFF  
ON  
Without Parity (default)  
With Parity  
4*  
5, 6  
OFF  
ON  
Odd Parity  
Even Parity  
5
6
OFF  
ON  
OFF  
ON  
OFF  
OFF  
ON  
ON  
19,200 Baud  
9600 Baud (default)  
4800 Baud  
1200 Baud  
*Switch 4 is not used if the parity is disabled (switch 3 set to OFF).  
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7156 Setup and User’s Guide  
Cleaning the Printer  
There is no customer maintenance required for the 7156 printer. However, you  
may occasionally clean the cabinet as needed to remove dust and finger marks.  
Use any household cleaner designed for plastics, but test it first on a small unseen  
area. The cabinet materials and finish are durable and are resistant to the following  
items:  
Cleaning solutions  
Lubricants  
Fuels  
Cooking oils  
Ultraviolet light  
If the receipt paper bucket is dirty, wipe it with a clean, damp cloth.  
Caution: Do not spray or try to clean the thermal printhead or the inside of the  
printer with any kind of cleaner as this may damage the thermal printhead and the  
electronics.  
If the printhead appears dirty, wipe it with cotton swabs and rubbing alcohol. If  
spotty or light printing problems persist after cleaning the thermal printhead,  
contact your NCR authorized service organization.  
Note: The thermal printhead does not normally require cleaning if the  
recommended paper grades are used. If non-recommended paper has been used  
for an extended period of time, cleaning the printhead with cotton swabs and  
rubbing alcohol will not be of much benefit. See “Chapter 3: Ordering Paper and  
Supplies” for recommended paper.  
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Chapter 3: Ordering Paper and Supplies  
Chapter 3: Ordering Paper and Supplies  
Ordering Thermal Receipt Paper  
The 7156 requires “fax grade” thermal paper with the following dimensions:  
Diameter  
Length  
Width  
80 mm max. (3.15 inches)  
83 meters (273 ft.) 80 mm ± .5 mm (3.15 ± .008 inches)  
The paper must not be attached at the core. Use paper with a colored stripe at the end  
to indicate that the paper is running low.  
To order thermal receipt paper, contact your sales representative or order from  
NCR at the following address or toll free number:  
NCR  
Media Products Division  
9995 Washington Church Road  
Miamisburg, OH 45342  
Voice: 1(800)543-8130 (toll free), or local listing of Media Products sales office  
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Chapter 3: Ordering Paper and Supplies  
7156 Setup and User’s Guide  
Ordering Forms  
The 7156 prints on single- or multiple-part forms in the slip station (up to five-part  
forms). Forms and slips must meet the following requirements:  
Front insertion (minimum):  
51 mm (2.0 inches) wide  
70 mm (2.75 inches) long  
Side insertion (minimum):  
203 mm (8.0 inches) wide  
51 mm (2.0 inches) long  
Single-ply forms should be on paper that is greater than 15 pounds  
Multiple-part forms (up to five parts) should be no thicker than .406 mm  
(.016 inches)  
To order forms, contact your sales representative or order from NCR at the  
following address or toll free number:  
NCR  
Media Products Division  
9995 Washington Church Road  
Miamisburg, OH 45342  
Voice: 1(800)543-8130 (toll free), or local listing of Media Products sales office  
Ordering Ribbon Cassettes  
To order ribbon cassettes, contact your sales representative or order from NCR at  
the following address or toll free number:  
NCR  
Media Products Division  
9995 Washington Church Road  
Miamisburg, OH 45342  
Voice: 1(800)543-8130 (toll free), or local listing of Media Products sales office  
Stock Numbers: 198161 (purple ribbon cassette—3 million characters)  
198145 (black ribbon cassette—3 million characters)  
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Ordering Other Supplies  
Contact your sales representative to order the supplies listed in the table.  
Item  
Type  
Number  
Power supply with attached cable to  
printer and U.S. power supply cord  
7156-K330  
Power supply, attached cable  
Power supply cord (to outlet)  
7156-K301  
United States  
International (no plug)  
United Kingdom  
S.E.V.  
7156-K320  
7156-K321  
7156-K322  
7156-K323  
7156-K324  
Australia  
International (with plug) 7156-K326  
RS-232C Communication cables  
25-pin (host) to 9-pin  
9-pin to 9-pin  
(3 meters—9.8 ft.)  
(3 meters—9.8 ft.)  
1420-C001-0030  
1416-C057-0030  
Extended Slip Table (Standard)  
Extended Slip Table (Short)  
7156-K280  
7156-K281  
Cash drawer  
7052-K657  
(Switchable for  
Drawer 1 or  
Drawer 2)  
Ordering Documentation  
Contact your sales representative to order the following documentation:  
7156 Thermal Receipt and Impact Slip Printer: Owner’s Guide  
(BD20-1436-A)  
7156 Thermal Receipt and Impact Slip Printer: Service Guide  
(BD20-1437-A) (includes the MICR Operation and Troubleshooting Guide and  
the Preventative Maintenance Guide)  
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BD20-1435-A  
Issue B  
0998  
NCR is the name and mark of NCR Corporation  
© 1997, 1998 NCR Corporation  
Printed in U.S.A.  
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