QMS CrownCopy User`s Guide ® ™ 1800419-001C
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Contents 1 Installing CrownCopy About CrownCopy ........................................................................ 1-2 Media Change Notice 1-2 Printer System Requirements ..................................................... 1-3 Unpacking CrownCopy ................................................................ 1-4 Installing CrownCopy .................................................................. 1-5 Updating the Printer Firmware ..................................................
The CrownCopy Menu ................................................................. 2-5 Making Changes to the CrownCopy Menu 2-5 CrownCopy Settings ................................................................... 2-6 Copy 2-6 Number of Copies 2-6 Contrast 2-7 Brightness 2-8 Color Balance 2-8 Transparency Option 2-9 Select Mode 2-10 Scan Resolution 2-11 Color Depth 2-12 Scan Size 2-12 Troubleshooting the Scanner ...................................................
4 Copy Quality Introduction .................................................................................. 4-2 About Print Density ...................................................................... 4-2 About the Color Balance Adjustment Page 4-4 Adjusting Contrast and Brightness ............................................ 4-5 Brightness 4-5 Contrast 4-6 Improving Copy Quality ...............................................................
1 Installing CrownCopy In this Chapter...
About CrownCopy About CrownCopy The QMS CrownCopy option doubles the functionality of the QMS magicolor printer, allowing it to be a color copier as well as a printer. You also have the flexibility to use CrownCopy as a scanner attached to a computer, if you install the scanning host software (that comes in the box with the scanner) on your system. CrownCopy gives you the ability to make vivid color copies at an affordable cost.
Printer System Requirements Printer System Requirements To use CrownCopy, you must have the following installed in your printer: n n An internal IDE hard disk—80 MB or larger At least 32 MB RAM; however, QMS recommends 40 MB RAM to obtain the fastest copying speeds Additional RAM and hard disk space above the minimum decrease copying times, especially of large images. For information on your printer’s current hard disk and RAM status, print a status page (Administration/Special Pages/Print Status menu).
Unpacking CrownCopy Unpacking CrownCopy If you purchased the complete CrownCopy option, the scanner kit and the software option kit come in the same box. If you purchased the scanner separately, then the software option kit comes in a separate box. » Note: The CrownCopy option supports version 1.5 of the UMAX Vista S6E scanner. The version number is on the back of the scanner box. The scanner kit contains the following: n n n Scanner Power cords (Both 110- and 220-volt cords are supplied.
Installing CrownCopy n magicolor CX envelope containing CrownCopy software (on disks) for the QMS magicolor CX Installing CrownCopy » Note: Before installing CrownCopy on your printer, you should turn on the printer, wait for IDLE to appear in the message window, and then print an advanced status page. (See “The Status Pages” section of your printer user’s guide for advanced status page information.) This procedure should not change your printer’s configuration settings.
Installing CrownCopy The printer documentation contains information on using the control panel. Note: If you allocate too much or if you don’t have enough Emulation client memory, an INCORRECT VALUE message appears in the printer message window and the printer resets to the previous memory value for Emulation. » 4 Unlock the scanner’s optical assembly. Press and turn the optical restraint knob to the left.
Installing CrownCopy 5 Attach the SCSI terminator and the SCSI cable to the scanner. SCSI ID Switch (leave set to 5) SCSI Terminator SCSI Cable 6 Turn off the printer.
Installing CrownCopy 7 Attach the other end of the SCSI cable to the printer. Different versions of the magicolor printer have different interface panels. magicolor LX magicolor CX On the On the magicolor magicolor LX CX printer, the printer, the SCSI SCSI port is at the port may be cov- bottom of the inter- ered by a protec- face panel. tive plate that needs to be removed. » Note: Don’t attach the scanner to the serial port, which looks just like the SCSI port.
Installing CrownCopy This new system software provides enhanced CrownCopy color features for the scanner. It is provided in both PC and Macintosh format. Refer to the instructions in the “Printer Options” chapter of your printer documentation for complete instructions on updating the system software. 10 Check the startup page to see if a scanner connected message appears in the Interface section next to SCSI. If scanner connected appears next to SCSI, continue at step 11.
Updating the Printer Firmware Updating the Printer Firmware » Note: This procedure is necessary only if you’re using a QMS magicolor LX. It is not necessary for a QMS magicolor CX. ▲ Caution: Due to the technical nature of this procedure, QMS recommends that you have it performed by a QMS-authorized technician. These instructions are provided for a person experienced in working with circuit boards, such as a system administrator, but they must be followed carefully to avoid damage to the printer.
Updating the Printer Firmware surfaces, and telephones are not acceptable grounding points. The printer isn't an acceptable grounding point either because it must be unplugged before you perform this task. If you don't have an anti-static wrist strap, discharge your body's static electric charge by touching a grounded surface before you handle any printer boards or components and before removing the tray assembly cover.
Updating the Printer Firmware 3 Use a flat-tipped screwdriver to remove the PROM from the MR10 socket.
Updating the Printer Firmware 4 ▲ Line up the notch on the new PROM with the notch on the MR10 socket. Carefully insert the PROM's pins in the socket. CAUTION: If the PROM is installed backwards, it will be destroyed when the printer is turned on. Also, make sure all of the PROM pins get inserted into the socket and that none of them get bent underneath the PROM.
Updating the Printer Firmware 5 If you didn't remove a daughterboard earlier, skip to step 6. Otherwise reattach the daughterboard to its support posts and connectors. The daughterboard is keyed so that it fits only one way. Magicolor LX 6 If you have RAM SIMMS to install, this is a good time to install them. The Options chapter of your printer documentation explains how to install RAM SIMMs. 7 Make sure no components on the board –especially the SIMMs–shifted or loosened during the procedure.
Updating the Printer Firmware 9 If the printer boots up normally (IDLE appears in the message window), return to step 3 on page 5 to finish installing CrownCopy. If the printer isn’t operating properly when it’s turned on, make sure that the controller board is firmly seated in its connectors, that no pins are bent between the new PROM and its socket, and that the PROM is installed in the right direction.
2 Using CrownCopy In this Chapter...
Scanner Overview Scanner Overview Document Cover Scanner Lamp Scanner Glass Option LED Ready LED Power LED Lights when an option Lights when the Lights when the is installed (automatic scanner is ready scanner is document feeder or to operate. plugged in and transparency adapter). turned on.
Making Copies Making Copies 1 Turn on the scanner, wait 5 seconds, and then turn on the printer. 2 Put a document face-down centered at the top of the scanner glass; then close the cover.
Making Copies 3 Make sure the printer’s Online light is on and press the printer’s Select/Copy key 3 times. If the Online light is not on, press the Online/Offline key to bring the printer online.
The CrownCopy Menu The CrownCopy Menu The options in this menu are explained in “CrownCopy Settings” on page 6. When the printer is on line and idle, press the Select/Copy key once to enter the Copier menu. COPIER Copy Number of Copies Copy Mode 1-999 Contrast Brightness Dark<—>Light Dark<—>Light Color Balance Cyan<—>Red Magenta<—>Green Yellow<—>Blue Transparency Scan Size Custom Select Mode Opt Config Automatic Color Enabled Automatic Gray Disabled Custom Horiz. (in.
CrownCopy Settings CrownCopy Settings Copy options are accessed through the printer’s control panel. See “The CrownCopy Menu” on page 5 for a diagram of the Copy menu. See your magicolor printer documentation for detailed information about the configuration menu and the control panel. ▲ Caution: Each configuration change you make affects the quality of your printed output significantly.
CrownCopy Settings Default 1 Notes Each digit can be set individually: use the Select or Menu key to move the cursor to the digit you want to change, and then use the Next key to increase it or use the Previous key to decrease it. Once the number you want is set, press the Select key to save it. The number of copies is reset to 1 each time CrownCopy is used. When you’re printing multiple copies, subsequent copies are printed faster than the first copy.
CrownCopy Settings Brightness Menu Copier/Brightness Purpose Use this option to adjust brightness in copies. Choices 15 brightness settings; each setting makes an incremental brightness change of about 2% D—Moving the setting in this direction decreases brightness. It darkens the overall image making light and dark areas appear darker. L—Moving the setting in this direction increases brightness. It lightens the overall image making light and dark areas appear lighter.
CrownCopy Settings Choices 3 color balance menus with 15 color settings for each menu; each color setting makes an incremental color balance change of about 2%. » Note: Moving the setting away from the middle in the left or right direction increases the amount of color shown above the direction in which you’re moving the setting. Conversely, moving the setting towards the middle from a left or right position decreases the amount of color. The middle position is an even balance of both colors.
CrownCopy Settings Choices Enabled or Disabled Enabled—Specifies transparency document copying. Enables the transparency adapter’s backlighting feature, which optimizes transparency copying. See “The Transparency Adapter Option” on page 14 of chapter 3 for more information. » Note: The Transparency Adapter option must be installed before you can enable this option. Disabled—Specifies paper document copying. Turns off the transparency adapter’s backlighting feature, which optimizes paper document copying.
CrownCopy Settings Scan Resolution Menu Copier/Copy Mode/Custom Config/Scan Resolution Purpose Use this menu to specify what resolution the scanner should use. Choices 100, 150, 200, 300 100—Sets the scan resolution to 100 dpi. 150—Sets the scan resolution to 150 dpi. 200—Sets the scan resolution to 200 dpi. 300—Sets the scan resolution to 300 dpi. Choose a scan resolution that is at least half of the printer resolution being used.
CrownCopy Settings Color Depth Menu Copier/Copy Mode/Custom Config/Color Depth Purpose Use this menu to specify how many colors or shades of gray are reproduced in copies. Choices 8-bit color, 8-bit gray 8-bit color—Provides up to 16.8 million colors. This setting is slower than 8-bit gray because of the large amount of data that must be scanned and sent to the printer for processing. 8-bit gray—Provides up to 256 shades of gray for monochrome copies.
CrownCopy Settings Default Horiz. (in x 100) = 850; a width of 8.5 inches Vert. (in x 100) = 1100; a length of 11.00 inches Note The image is cropped from the right and bottom sides of the page (in other words, from the left and bottom of the scanner bed), so if you place this 8.5” x 11” image on the scanner bed and crop it vertically by 400 you’ll get this: If you crop it horizontally by 550 , you’ll get this: The more you crop out of a scan, the less time it takes to process and print.
Troubleshooting the Scanner Troubleshooting the Scanner Symptom The scanner makes a grinding noise when you first turn it on. No copy is printed or SYSTEM ERROR (or another error message) appears in the printer control panel when the scanner is turned on or when the Copy option is selected. Solution n n n n n n n n 2-14 Unlock the optical assembly. (See chapter 1, “Installing CrownCopy.
Troubleshooting the Scanner n n n n n n Using CrownCopy Make sure you correctly downloaded the CrownCopy software to the printer. (See chapter 1, “Installing CrownCopy.”) If you have a magicolor LX, you need to upgrade the printer firmware before the scanner can be used. See chapter 1, “Installing CrownCopy,” for instructions. See “Testing the Scanner” on page 19 and follow the instructions to verify the scanner is working correctly. If it is , the problem is on the printer side.
Troubleshooting the Scanner If NOT CONNECTED RECONNECT? appears after you press the Copy/ Select key. Check that the scanner is on and connected to the printer. If it is connected, then press the Copy/ Select key on the control panel, and select Yes. There are two choices for this error message: Yes and No. The default is No. No—Prompts this error message until you either press the Menu key to return to the previous menu or press the Online/Offline key to exit from the Configuration menu.
Troubleshooting the Scanner Edges of the copy are cut off Image quality of copies is not optimal n n n n n n Using CrownCopy Make sure you’re centering documents at the top of the scanner glass and that the scan size setting (“Scan Size” on page 12) is correct. Also, keep in mind that the printer’s maximum imageable area is 8.11” x 10.61” for letter-size media and 200 mm x 287 mm for A4. Clean the scanner glass: dampen a lint-free cloth with alcohol or a mild detergent and wipe the glass clean.
Troubleshooting the Scanner Images are taking too long to scan n n Check that you have at least 24 MB RAM installed on the printer. This is the minimum RAM required to operate CrownCopy; however, QMS recommends 40 MB to obtain the fastest copying speeds. Check that the Administration/Memory/ K Mem Emulation client has the required amount of memory to operate CrownCopy.
Troubleshooting the Scanner Testing the Scanner The scanner automatically performs a self-test each time it is turned on. To verify that the scanner is working correctly after it has been installed, turn on the power. If the following sequence of events occurs, the scanner is working: 1 The Option, Ready, and Power LEDs flash once. 2 The Power LED glows steadily and the Ready LED blinks. 3 The Power and Ready LEDs glow steadily.
Scanner Technical Specifications Scanner Technical Specifications Engine Scanner Type Flatbed Scanning Method One pass with color CCD Scan Speed 21 sec/Letter (200 dpi color mode) 32 sec/A4 (300 dpi color mode) Maximum Reproducible Area 8.11” x 10.61” / Letter, 200 mm x 287 mm / A4, centered on the page (This is the printer’s maximum imageable area.) Maximum optical resolution 300 x 300 dpi Noise Less than or equal to 70dB(A) Scanner Lamp Cold cathode Dimensions 335mm x 53mm x 102mm 13.
Memory, Resolution, and Average Scan Times Power Requirements Voltage 100-240 VAC Frequency 50/60 Hz Power Consumption Maximum 52 watts / 2.0 Amps with transparency adapter connected Power Requirements Auto-ranging input circuitry suitable for 120 vac and 240 vac. 50/60 Hz Environmental Ranges Operating Temperature 10° to 35° C, 50° to 95° F Relative Humidity 10% to 85% (non-condensing) Memory, Resolution, and Average Scan Times Average Scan Times These times are based on 8.5” x 11.
Memory, Resolution, and Average Scan Times Magicolor LX Scanner Resolution (dpi) Time (sec.) 100 19.8 150 19.6 200 34.9 300 42.7 Magicolor CX Scanner Resolution (dpi) Time (sec.) 100 18.6 150 17.52 200 32.51 300 114.08 Average Print Times Average print time is from the time the job reaches the printer to the time the first copy completely exits the printer. This includes the 55 seconds it takes to print the first page from IDLE. (Subsequent copies are printed at engine speed.
Memory, Resolution, and Average Scan Times Magicolor LX Printer Resolution (dpi) Scanner Resolution (dpi) 100 150 200 300 600 202.4 sec 244.1 sec 304.9 sec 435.1 sec 300 137.4 sec 154.6 sec 212.2 sec 353.5 sec Magicolor CX Printer Printer Resolution Halftone (dpi) Selected Scanner Resolution (dpi) 600 Enhanced halftone 145.4 sec 188.8 sec 254.0 sec 467.6 sec 600 Colorsmooth 147.3 sec 188.9 sec 250.8 sec 471.1 sec halftone 300 Enhanced halftone 300 Colorsmooth 117.6 sec 157.
Memory, Resolution, and Average Scan Times Magicolor LX Scanner Resolution (dpi) Scan Time (sec) Data Conversion Time-Disk (sec) First Print Time (sec) Total Time (sec) 100 19.8 1.8 137.4 159.0 150 19.6 3.6 154.6 177.8 200 34.9 5.2 212.2 252.3 300 42.7 12.5 353.5 408.7 Magicolor CX Using the Colorsmooth halftone. Scanner Resolution (dpi) Scan Time (sec) Data Conversion Time-Disk (sec) First Print Time (sec) Total Time (sec) 100 18.6 16.1 117.6 152.3 150 17.3 34.
Memory, Resolution, and Average Scan Times Magicolor LX Scanner Resolution (dpi) Scan Time (sec) Data Conversion Time-RAM (sec) First Print Time (sec) Total Time (sec) 100 19.8 1.9 202.4 224.1 150 19.6 3.45 244.1 267.2 200 34.9 6.7 304.9 346.5 300 42.7 8.1 435.1 485.9 Magicolor CX Using the Enhanced halftone. Scanner Resolution (dpi) Scan Time (sec) Data Conversion Time-RAM (sec) First Print Time (sec) Total Time (sec) 100 DPI 17.3 15.31 145.4 178.0 150 DPI 17.2 34.
3 CrownCopy Options In this Chapter...
The ADF Option The ADF Option A 50-page ADF (Automatic Document Feeder) can be purchased from your QMS vendor for high-speed document feeding. Installing the ADF 1 Remove all packing material from the ADF. Save the packing materials in case you need to ship or store the ADF later. 2 Turn off the printer and turn off the scanner and unplug it. 3 Remove the document cover from the scanner.
The ADF Option 4 ▲ Attach the ADF. a Lower the ADF onto the scanner, with the two holes on the ADF’s hinge plate going onto the scanner’s supporting posts. b Move the ADF so that the scanner’s supporting posts slide into the end of narrow side of the holes, then fasten the ADF in place with the two screws. Tighten the screws with your fingers. Caution: Don’t place the screws in the scanner when the ADF is not in place. This could damage the scanner head.
The ADF Option 6 » 3-4 Plug in the scanner and turn it on, wait 5 seconds, and turn the printer back on. Note: If you remove the ADF from the scanner, keep the screws mounted on the holes on the back of the ADF for safekeeping.
The ADF Option Using the ADF 1 Make sure that no documents are on the scanner glass and that the ADF is closed. 2 Place documents to be scanned face up in the ADF. f The ADF can be loaded with up to 50 sheets of the following paper sizes: Size Inches Millimeters Letter 8.50 x 11.00 215.90 x 279.40 A4 8.27 x 11.69 210.00 x 297.00 A5 5.84 x 8.27 148.50 x 210.00 B5 7.16 x 10.11 182.00 x 257.00 Check 2.99 x 5.00 76.00 x 127.
The ADF Option 3 Slide the ADF’s paper guides to match the document width. f 4 After lining up the document stack, insert the documents in the ADF until you feel them touch the document-stopper. 5 Make your copies. See chapter 2, “Using CrownCopy,” for more information.
The ADF Option Loading Documents Manually With the ADF Installed » 1 Remove any documents from the ADF. 2 Lift the ADF. 3 Place the document to be scanned on the scanner glass. 4 Lower the ADF and scan the document. Note: Don’t forget to remove the document from the scanner glass before using the ADF again. Also, there’s a slight delay when scanning with the ADF installed because CrownCopy checks for the presence of sheets in the ADF before scanning from the flatbed.
The ADF Option Troubleshooting the ADF » Note: When troubleshooting problems that occur when the ADF is in place, first check to see if a document has been left on the scanner glass. This can cause jams or unexpected copy output. Removing Paper Jams 1 Open the ADF cover. n 3-8 If the jammed paper is at the ADF exit, lift the upper tray and slowly pull the jammed paper towards you until it is released.
The ADF Option n 2 If the paper is jammed before the ADF exit, slowly pull the jammed paper backward until it is released. After removing the jammed paper, close the ADF cover.
The ADF Option Replacing the ADF Window If the quality of your copies becomes reduced by scratches or dirt on the window on the bottom of the ADF, replace it with a new one. Please contact your QMS vendor for information. 1 Open the ADF cover and lift the ADF. 2 Remove the window from the ADF by pulling the two hooks toward you and pushing the window up.
The ADF Option 3 Insert the transparent edge of a new window between the ADF’s paper guides (A and B), with white sheet on the lower side. A B 4 Insert the window’s two hooks into the ADF.
The ADF Option 3-12 5 Push down the two protrusions on the window. 6 Close the ADF cover and lower the ADF.
The ADF Option ADF Specifications Weight 4.5 kg, 9.92 lbs Dimensions 524mm x 320mm x 104mm 20.63” x 12.59” x 4.09” Paper capacity 6mm/.23” stack (about 50 pages) Operation Temperature 5° to 35° C, 41° to 95° F Operation Humidity 20 to 85% Storage Temperature -20° to 60° C, -68° to 140° F Paper Size 76mm to 216mm, 2.99” to 8.50” (Width) 126mm to 356mm, 4.96” to 14.01” (Length) Paper Thickness 0.065mm to 0.145mm, .0026” to .0057” Paper Weight 50 g/m 2 to 127 g/m2, 13 lbs to 33 lbs.
The Transparency Adapter Option The Transparency Adapter Option A transparency adapter, which enhances the copy quality of transparencies, x-ray film, and 35mm slides, can be purchased from your QMS vendor. Installing the Transparency Adapter 1 Remove all packing material from the adapter. Save the packing materials in case you need to ship or store the adapter later. 2 ▲ Unlock the optical assembly.
The Transparency Adapter Option 3 Turn off the scanner and unplug it and turn off the printer. 4 Remove the document cover from the scanner.
The Transparency Adapter Option 5 ▲ Attach the adapter. a Lower the adapter onto the scanner, with the two holes on the adapter’s hinge plate going onto the scanner’s supporting posts. b Move the adapter so that the scanner’s supporting posts slide into the end of narrow side of the holes, then fasten the adapter in place with the two screws. Tighten the screws with your fingers. Caution: Don’t place the screws in the scanner when the ADF is not in place. This could damage the scanner head.
The Transparency Adapter Option 6 Connect the adapter cable to the scanner’s option connector. Option Connector 7 Plug in the scanner and turn it on, wait 5 seconds, and then turn on the printer. 8 At the printer control panel, enable the Transparency Option in the Copy menu: a Press the printer’s Select/Copy key. b Press the Next key until Copy Mode appears in the message window, then press the Select key.
The Transparency Adapter Option Using the Transparency Adapter 1 Raise the transparency adapter and place the transparency on the scanner glass. 2 Lower the transparency adapter. 3 Make your copies. See chapter 2, “Using CrownCopy,” for more information.
The Transparency Adapter Option Transparency Adapter Maintenance Tips for Optimizing Copy Quality n n Clean the scanner glass (top and bottom) regularly to ensure the best image quality. Before you clean the glass, make sure the scanner is turned off and unplugged. Make sure that nothing covers the scanner lamps. It is important to keep the calibration area clean since dust or smudge marks on the glass will reduce the quality of scanned transparencies.
The Transparency Adapter Option 4 Find the optical assembly lock (on the underside of the adapter) and push it to the right until the arrow points to the lock icon. Optical Assembly Lock Transparency Adapter Specifications Scan Area 216mm x 297mm, 8.5” x 11.7” Operation Temperature 10° to 40 ° C, 50 ° to 104° F Storage Temperature -10° to 60° C, 14° to 140° F Relative Humidity 20% to 80% Weight 2.7 kg, 5.95 lbs Size 523mm x 308mm x 56mm, 20.59” x 12.12” x 2.
4 Copy Quality In this Chapter... n n n n “About Print Density” on page 2 “Adjusting Contrast and Brightness” on page 5 “Square—shows the quality of squares. The black square shows feathering when there is a toner density problem.
Introduction Introduction This chapter describes how to improve scanned image quality, and how to adjust print density, contrast, and brightness. About Print Density Print density is the amount of toner placed on the page, making the print appear lighter or darker. Normally, your laser printer produces a rich black or color image. However, if the image colors do not look right, or if the colors are printing too light or too dark, then you may need to adjust the print density for that color.
About Print Density b 4 Turn each density adjustment dial either clockwise or counterclockwise, depending on its current setting, until it is in the default middle position. Check the Color Balance Adjustment page for smears or feathering at the top of the bars and squares. See “About the Color Balance Adjustment Page” on page 4, and reference numbers 1 and 2 on that page to locate the bars and squares.
About Print Density About the Color Balance Adjustment Page Color Balance Adjustment Page 1 2 90° 45° Target 6 – + C – + Instructions 1. If the print density controls are not in the default position, set the print density controls to the default position (0°). 2. If the print density controls were changed in step 1, reprint this Color Balance Adjustment Page. 3. Check the black squares and bars for excessive toner density.
Adjusting Contrast and Brightness 1 Square—shows the quality of squares. The black square shows feathering when there is a toner density problem. 2 Bar—shows the quality of bars. The black bar shows feathering when there is a toner density problem. 3 90° Swatch Column—shows the color matching swatches that will cause a 90° change in the print density adjustment dial. 4 45° Swatch Column—shows the color matching swatches that will cause a 45° degree change in the print density adjustment dial.
Adjusting Contrast and Brightness Decreasing brightness (moving the setting in the D direction) makes light and dark areas in the image appear darker. See chapter 2, “Using CrownCopy,” for more information. » Note: Each increment of change in the brightness setting is significant in output quality. Therefore, QMS recommends that you change the setting by only one level, print out a test copy, and then determine if further modification to the contrast setting is necessary.
Improving Copy Quality Improving Copy Quality The following most frequently asked questions about ways to improve the scanned image quality should help you get the best possible scanned output from CrownCopy: 1 What printer Configuration menu settings can I change to improve the scanned image quality? All the following Configuration menu settings have an effect on the scanned image quality. a Administration/PostScript/Default Halftone menu Color Smooth—Blends colors.
Improving Copy Quality d Copier/Contrast menu This option can either increase or decrease the difference between the light and dark areas of an image. See chapter 2, “CrownCopy Settings” of this manual for more information on this option. e Copier/Color Balance menu Use this setting when a printed image seems to have an undesirable coloring effect in a shaded area. See chapter 2, “CrownCopy Settings,” of this manual for more information on this option.
Improving Copy Quality 3 What is the first thing I should do if the image colors do not look right? Use the Color Balance Adjustment Page to adjust the print density. See “About Print Density” on page 2 for details on how to adjust the print density. 4 I used the Color Balance Adjustment Page to adjust the printer color, but the scanned image color is still not right. Usually the default settings balance the printer.
Improving Copy Quality If you’re not satisfied with the image quality, try using a higher quality original. 7 Can you tell me why a 100 dpi scan resolution takes the same amount of time as a 200 dpi scan resolution? Make sure you set the Copier/Copy Mode/Select Mode menu to Custom before changing the scan resolution. Otherwise, you can’t use the control panel settings for scan resolution. 8 I’ve set the number of copies in the Copier/Number of Copies menu to 3, but I still get only 1 copy.
A QMS Customer Support In this Appendix...
Where to Get Additional Help and Information Where to Get Additional Help and Information Your QMS Vendor Your local vendor (the one from whom you bought the printer or the CrownCopy kit) may be best equipped to help you. Your vendor has specially trained service technicians available to answer questions, and the equipment to analyze your printer problems.
Where to Get Additional Help and Information The bulletin board [(334) 633-3632] operates at 1200, 2400, 9600, and 14400 baud, 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit, with XMODEM, YMODEM, and ZMODEM capabilities. Contact QMS Customer Technical Assurance for more information about the bulletin board. CompuServe Through CompuServe, you ask general (non-technical) questions, share information with other users, and access printing information and programs.
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Index A ADF option 3-2 Installing 3-2 Replacing the window 3-10 Specifications 3-13 Troubleshooting 3-8 Using 3-5 Adjusting contrast and brightness Contrast 4-6 Automatic document feeder, see ADF B Brightness 2-8 Bulletin board, QMS A-2 C Color balance 2-8 Color balance adjustment page 4-5 Color depth 2-12 Contrast 2-7, 4-6 Copier menu 2-5 Brightness 2-8 Color balance 2-8 Color depth 2-12 Contrast 2-7 Copy 2-6 Number of copies 2-6 Scan resolution 2-11 Scan size 2-12 Select mode 2-10 Transparency optio
Copy 2-6 Copy edges cut off 2-17 Copy key 2-4, 3-17 Copying film 3-14 Slides 3-14 Transparencies 3-14 D Dark adjustment 4-6 Document cover 2-2 E EtherTalk 1-10 F N No copy printed 2-14 Not connected reconnect error 2-16 Number of copies 2-6 O Optical restraint knob 2-2 Option connector 2-2 Option LED 2-2 Options ADF 3-2, 3-5, 3-8 Transparency adaptor 3-14, 3-18, 3-19 P Film Copying 3-14 Firmware, printer 1-10 Power LED 2-2 Power socket 2-2 Power switch 2-2 Print density 4-2 Color balance adjustm
SCSI connector 2-2 SCSI ID switch 1-7, 2-2 Select mode 2-10 Select/Copy key 2-4, 3-17 Setting up CrownCopy 1-4 Slides Copying 3-14 Slow image copy 2-18 Software, printer 1-10 Specifications 3-13 ADF 3-13 Transparency adaptor 3-20 See also technical specifications Support Technical A-3 Support, QMS Bulletin board A-2 Internet A-3 World-wide A-4 Not connected reconnect 2-16 Scanner lamp 2-18 Slow image copy 2-18 X X-ray film Copying 3-14 v T Technical specifications 2-20 ADF 3-13 Scanner 2-20 Transparen
