MicroBoards Technology PF-2 - Manual (Page 3)

4) Open the top cover. The print cartridge cradle moves to the center of the printer.
5) Raise the cradle latch.
6) If replacing an ink cartridge, lift the old cartridge out of the cradle.
7) Remove the new print cartridge from its packaging and carefully remove the plastic tape. Hold the print cartridge
so that the copper strip is at the bottom.
Black Cartridge
Color Cartridge
Pull tab to remove the plastic tape.
8) Push the print cartridge firmly into the cradle.
9) Secure the cradle latch.
10) Close the printer cover.
Connecting to a Computer
You have two options when connecting to a computer, USB and Parallel. You will need to decide which method is
available on your computer. Follow the instructions listed below.
Parallel Port
Confirm that your PC is turned off.
Plug the printer cable into the back of the printer.
Use the locking clips to secure the connection.
Plug the other end of the cable into the parallel port on the back of the PC.
Secure the connection by screwing in the two posts.
Proceed to “Installing the printer driver” to complete the installation.
USB Port
Confirm the PC is turned off.
Plug the small end of the USB cable into the back of the printer.
Install the larger end of the USB cable into an available USB port on the PC.
Confirm that both ends are securely in place.
Proceed to “Installing the printer driver” to complete the installation.
Installing the Printer Driver
USB Port and Parallel Port
The install procedure is the same for both the Parallel and USB port connections. Windows 2000 and Windows XP will
find the new hardware at boot up and step you through the installation process.
1. Once you have the printer connected to your PC, as described above, in the Connecting to a Computer USB Port
or Parallel Port, turn on the power to the printer and then to your computer.
2. When the system boots up, the computer will state that it has found new hardware.