OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Read this manual carefully before you use this product and keep it handy for future reference. For safety, please follow the instructions in this manual.
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Introduction This manual contains detailed instructions on the operation and maintenance of this machine. To get maximum versatility from this machine all operators should carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual. Please keep this manual in a handy place near the machine. Please read the Safety Information before using this machine. It contains important information related to USER SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS.
Note to users in the United States of America Notice: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Introduction This manual contains detailed instructions on the operation and maintenance of this machine. To get maximum versatility from this machine all operators should carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual. Please keep this manual in a handy place near the machine. Please read the Safety Information before using this machine. It contains important information related to USER SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS.
Note to users in the United States of America Notice: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Trademarks Microsoft®, Windows®, and MS-DOS® are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. PostScript® is a registered trademark of Adobe Systems, Incorporated. PCL® is a registered trademark of Hewlett-Packard Company. AppleTalk, Apple, Macintosh, TrueType, LaserWriter are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Incorporated. Ethernet® is a registered trademark of Xerox Corporation.
Safety Information When using your equipment, the following safety precautions should always be followed. Safety During Operation In this manual, the following important symbols are used: R WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed, could result in death or serious injury. R CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed, may result in minor or moderate injury or damage to property.
R WARNING: • Connect the power cord directly into a wall outlet and never use an extension cord. • Disconnect the power plug (by pulling the plug, not the cable) if the power cable or plug becomes frayed or damaged. • To avoid hazardous electric shock or laser radiation exposure, do not remove any covers or screws other than those specified in this manual.
R CAUTION: • Protect the equipment from dampness or wet weather, such as rain, snow, and so on. • Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before you move the equipment. While moving the equipment, you should take care that the power cord will not be damaged under the equipment. • When you disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet, always pull the plug (not the cable). • Do not allow paper clips, staples, or other small metallic objects to fall inside the equipment. • Do not eat or swallow toner.
ENERGY STAR Program As an ENERGY STAR Partner, we have determined that this machine model meets the ENERGY STAR Guidelines for energy efficiency. The ENERGY STAR Guidelines intend to establish an international energy-saving system for developing and introducing energy-efficient office equipment to deal with environmental issues, such as global warming. When a product meets the ENERGY STAR Guidelines for energy efficiency, the Partner shall place the ENERGY STAR logo onto the machine model.
Manuals for Your Printer Manuals for Your Printer There are three manuals that come with this printer. To enhance safe and efficient operation of your printer, all users should read and follow the instructions contained in the following manuals. ❖ Quick Installation Guide Describes the procedures for installing your printer. ❖ Operating Instructions Describes the procedures and necessary information on setting up and using your printer and its options.
How to Read this Manual Symbols In this manual, the following symbols are used: R WARNING: This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed, could result in death or serious injury. R CAUTION: This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed, may result in minor or moderate injury or damage to property. * The statements above are notes for your safety.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Getting Started Printer Features ......................................................................................... Printer Drivers for Your Printer ...................................................................... Guide to the Printer ................................................................................... Exterior: Front View....................................................................................... Exterior: Rear View ...............................
4. Installing the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver Installing the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver .................................................... Windows 95/98 - Installing the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver .............................. Windows 3.1x - Installing the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver ................................ Windows NT 4.0 - Installing the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver ............................ Uninstalling the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver ...............................................
Windows 3.1x - Canceling a Print Job ........................................................ 82 Windows NT 4.0 - Canceling a Print Job .................................................... 83 Macintosh - Canceling a Print Job .............................................................. 84 8. Paper and Other Media Paper and Other Media Supported by Your Printer ............................. Paper Types and Sizes ...............................................................................
Proof Print Menu.................................................................................... Proof Print Parameters.............................................................................. Job Control Menu .................................................................................. Job Control Parameters ............................................................................ Host Interface Menu ..............................................................................
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1. Getting Started Printer Features This printer is designed especially for office work groups. It can be used for network environments and allows you to handle documents efficiently. ❖ High Performance The new 45 print per minute (ppm) engine with PowerPC 603 100 MHz processor and built-in 1.7 GB hard disk drive (HDD) reduces waiting time for output. ❖ Versatile Paper Handling Options This printer offers the flexibility of selecting from a variety of paper handling options.
Getting Started ❖ Major Specifications Continuous Printing Speed 45 ppm (A4K, 8 1/2” × 11”K, simplex) 36 ppm (A4K, 8 1/2” × 11”K, duplex) 1 Engine Resolution 300 dpi, 400 dpi, 600 dpi Printer Languages PCL 5e, PCL 6 Adobe PostScript Level 3 Paper Input Capacity 500 sheets × 2 trays + 50 sheets bypass tray Max. 3,550 sheets with options Paper Output Capacity 500 sheets Max. 4,900 sheets with options Memory 8 MB Expandable to 72 MB HDD 1.
Printer Features Printer Drivers for Your Printer Printing requires installation of a printer driver for your operating system. The following drivers are included in the CD-ROM that comes with this printer. Printer Language PCL 5e PCL 6 PostScript 3 Windows 95 *1 √ √ √ Windows 98 *2 √ √ √ Windows 3.1x *3 √ √ √ Windows NT 4.
Getting Started Guide to the Printer Exterior: Front View 1 5 1 6 2 3 7 4 8 9 TAPH174E 1. Printer Board 6. Operation Panel Remove this board when installing some options. Contains keys for printing operation and a panel display that shows the printer status. ⇒ P.7 “Operation Panel” 2. Network Cable Connector Plug the network cable, which connects the printer to the network, into this socket. 3. Parallel Interface Connector Open this cover if you replace some parts or if a paper misfeed occurs.
Guide to the Printer Exterior: Rear View 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 TAPH182E 1. Duplex Unit Allows you to print onto both sides of the paper. 2. Duplex Unit Right Cover Open this cover if you want to print onto both sides of the paper larger than B4 JIS and 81/2” × 14”. 3. Bypass Tray Holds up to 50 sheets of plain paper. (80 g/m2, 20 lb) 4. Upper Vertical Paper Feed Cover Open this cover when accessing the inside of the printer. If you install the optional Large Capacity Tray RT36, remove this cover. 5.
Getting Started Interior 1 1 2 TAPH191E 3 4 5 1. Fusing Unit When “Change Maint.Kit” appears on the panel display, replace this unit. 2. Transfer Unit When “Change Maint.Kit” appears on the panel display, replace this unit. 3. Toner Lock Handle Turn up the handle when replacing the toner. 4. Toner Holder Slide this out when replacing the toner. 5. Development Unit When “Change Maint.Kit” appears on the panel display, replace this unit. 6.
Guide to the Printer Operation Panel 1 1 2 TAPS022E 3 4 5 1. Panel Display 5. Data In indicator Shows the current status of the printer and error messages. ⇒ P.99 “Error & Status Messages on the Operation Panel” Blinks while the printer is receiving data from a computer. Stays on if there is data to be printed. 2. On Line indicator Tells you whether the printer is online or offline. Stays on while the printer is online (a state in which the printer can receive data from the computer).
Getting Started Keys 1 1 2 3 4 TAPS012E 5 7 1. {On Line} key 7. {Enter} key Press this key to switch the printer online or offline. When the printer is online, the printer can receive data from the computer. Press this key to choose menu selected on the panel display, or to go to a lower level. 2. {Job Reset} key When the printer is online, press this key to cancel any ongoing print jobs. 3.
Guide to the Printer Guides The guides of the output tray minimize curled printed output. Use these guides when you print on A3L size paper, 11" × 17"L size paper, or thin paper. 1 ❖ To print onto A3L and 11" × 17"L size paper Raise the end fence. TAPY510E ❖ If either side of paper is curled, or if you print onto the thin paper TAPX070E TAPY520E Raise the left end of the guide until it clicks.
Getting Started ❖ If the leading edge of paper is curled TAPX060E 1 A Remove the guide. TAPY530E B Reinstall the guide in the opposite direction as shown in the illustration. TAPY540E Note ❒ If you use the guides, output capacity is reduced.
2. Installing Options R CAUTION: • Before installing options, the machine should be turned off and unplugged for at least thirty minutes. Components inside the machine become very hot, and can cause a burn injury if touched. • Before moving the machine, unplug the power cord from the outlet. If the cord is unplugged abruptly, it could become damaged. Damaged plugs or cords can cause an electrical or fire hazard. • When lifting the machine, use the grips on both sides.
Installing Options Available Options The following options can be installed to your printer. ❖ Exterior 2 4 3 5 2 6 1 TAPP711E 1. Paper Bank PS430 ⇒ P.16 “Installing the Paper Bank PS430” 2. Large Capacity Tray RT36 If you want to install the Large Capacity Tray RT36, contact your sales or service representative. 3. Bridge Unit Type 450 If you want to install the Bridge Unit Type 450, contact your sales or service representative. 4.
Available Options ❖ Interior 1. 2 2 TAPP731E 1. Extended RAM Module Install the memory unit into the slots in the printer board. ⇒ P.14 “Installing the Memory Unit” 2. Hard Disk Drive Type 450 Install the HDD into the slot in the printer board. Note ❒ When you install several different options, be sure to install the paper bank PS430 first. How to Use the Screwdriver The screwdriver (A) is in the standard paper tray (Tray 1). It is used to install options.
Installing Options Installing the Memory Unit R CAUTION: • Before installing options, the ma- chine should be turned off and unplugged for at least thirty minutes. Components inside the machine become very hot, and can cause a burn injury if touched. 2 • Before moving the machine, unplug the power cord from the outlet. If the cord is unplugged abruptly, it could become damaged. Damaged plugs or cords can cause an electrical or fire hazard. ❒ This printer has two slots for SIMMs.
Installing the Memory Unit D Remove the two screws locking the printer board. You need the screws to lock the printer board afterwards. G Align the printer board with the top and bottom rails in the printer, and then insert the printer board slowly until it clicks into place. 2 TAPP600E TAPP630E E Hold the handle, and carefully pull out the printer board. H Lock the printer board with the two screws you removed in step D.
Installing Options Installing the Paper Bank PS430 R CAUTION: • Before installing options, the ma- chine should be turned off and unplugged for at least thirty minutes. Components inside the machine become very hot, and can cause a burn injury if touched. 2 A Confirm that the printer is turned off, and pull the plug out of the wall outlet. B Remove the tape that holds the paper bank, and remove the packing material. • Before moving the machine, unplug the power cord from the outlet.
Installing the Paper Bank PS430 C Remove the screw, knob screw and lock plate from inside the packing material. E Push the grips into the printer. Take out the cover inside the Tray 2 and attach it between the paper tray and the front cover. 1 2 2 3 TAPD011E 1. Screw 2. Knob Screw (Finger type) 3. Lock Plate TAPP040E F Pull the second paper tray (Tray 2) D Align the printer over the paper up until it stops. After that, lift it slightly, then pull it out.
Installing Options H Lock the paper bank and the printer with the screw. L Open the connector cover, and attach the connector cables. 2 TAPP060E TAPP031E I Replace the second paper tray (Tray 2) into the printer. M Close the connector cover. TAPP070E TAPH221E J Open the lower vertical paper feed cover on the right side of the paper bank (A). Hang the lock plate hook in the hole inside (B), and then fasten the plate with the knob screw using your fingers.
3. Configuring the Printer for the Network This section describes how to configure your printer for use as a network printer. The actual procedures may differ depending on your network environment. Use the appropriate procedures for your network environment. If you use TCP/IP protocol to print, the printer must also be configured to use TCP/IP protocol. Follow the instructions in "Setting Up the IP Parameters" section of this manual to configure your printer to use TCP/IP protocol.
Configuring the Printer for the Network Setting Up the IP Parameters Configuring the Printer for the Network with the Operation Panel This section describes instructions on configuring the printer for the network using the printer's operation panel. You can also set up the IP Parameters using the NIB Setup Tool. ⇒ P.24 “Installing the NIB Setup Tool” 3 E Press {Enter}. The following message appears on the panel display. Network Setup: I/O Timeout F Press {T} or {U} until the following message appears.
Setting Up the IP Parameters ❒ If you press {Escape} when Byte 1 is on the panel display, the new IP address is canceled and you return to the previous panel display. J Repeat steps H and I to set the rest of the IP address. After setting Byte 4, the new IP Address is displayed on the panel display for 2 seconds. IP Address: 192.168. 15. 16 The panel display returns to the previous menu automatically. The following message appears on the panel display.
Configuring the Printer for the Network Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) The Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) provides a mechanism for delivering IP configuration parameters, including the IP address, Subnet mask and default gateway, to devices (hosts) on an IP network. A DHCP server manages the pool of available IP addresses and grants device requests for an IP address. At power-up, the Network Interface Board broadcasts a DHCP request for an IP address.
Getting Ready for Software Installation Getting Ready for Software Installation This printer comes with two CD-ROMs. One is "Print Server Software and Documentation", and the other is "Printer Drivers and Utilities". These CD-ROMs contain support programs for the installation and configuration of Network Interface Board. You can select any of the programs listed in the Configuration Programs. Configuration Programs 3 The "Print Server Software and Documentation" CD-ROM includes the following utilities.
Configuring the Printer for the Network Installing the NIB Setup Tool This section describes how to install the PRINTER MANAGER FOR ADMINISTRATOR, and how to run the NIB Setup Tool. Limitation ❒ The NIB Setup Tool is supported to work with the following operation systems. • Microsoft Windows 95/98 • Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 3 Installing the PRINTER MANAGER FOR ADMINISTRATOR Follow these steps to install the PRINTER MANAGER FOR ADMINISTRATOR.
Getting Ready for Software Installation I The Software License Agreement appears. After reading through all of the contents by clicking [PageDown], click [Yes] to agree with the License Agreement. J Select a folder to install it in, and then click [Next >]. If you would like to change the displayed folder, click [Browse] to select another one. The installation program starts. After a confirmation dialog box appears, the installation program is complete.
Configuring the Printer for the Network Windows 95/98 Configuration Setting Up Peer-to-Peer Printing The peer-to-peer printing software that is included in the CD-ROM labeled “Print Server Software and Documentation” allows Windows 95/98 PCs to communicate directly with network attached printers. A network server, such as NetWare or Windows NT, is not required for peer-to-peer printing. There are two types of peer-to-peer printing.
Windows 95/98 Configuration B Click [CD ROM Contents]. The “Introduction” page appears. C Click [Installation/Configuration Programs]. The “Configuration Programs” page appears. D Click [Windows 95/98 & NT 4.x IP Peer-to-Peer Printing]. The “Windows 95/98 and NT 4.x IP Peer-to-Peer Printing” page appears. This page describes the functions of this utility. E At the bottom of the page, click the blue word [here] to begin installing. 3 A dialog box appears asking if the “Setup.
Configuring the Printer for the Network -For manual installation Follow these steps to install the software on your operating system (Windows 95/98). A Insert the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. B Close all the applications that are currently running. C Click [Start] on the task bar, and click [Run]. D Type :\IP-P2P\SETUP.EXE (where is your CD-ROM drive name). E Click [OK]. The [Welcome] dialog box appears. The remaining steps are identical to F- K in the preceding procedure. ⇒ P.
Windows 95/98 Configuration F Click [Yes] to continue. The [Welcome] dialog box appears. G Click [Next] to continue. The [Installation Notes] dialog box appears. H Click [Yes] to continue installation. The files are then copied to your computer in the specified directories. The [Installation Complete] dialog box appears. I Click [Finish] to complete the installation. 3 -For manual installation Follow these steps to install the software on your operating system (Windows 95/98).
Configuring the Printer for the Network B Click [Start] on the task bar, point to [Settings], and then click [Printers]. The [Printers] window appears. C Click the icon of the printer you want to set for the peer-to-peer printing. D On the [File] menu, click [Properties]. The Printer Properties appears. E Click the [Details] tab. F From the [Print to the following port:] list box, select the port of the printer you 3 want to use for peer-to-peer printing.
Windows NT 4.0 Configuration Windows NT 4.0 Configuration Windows NT 4.0 Configuration There are several options for setting up printing in a Windows NT environment. • If a NetWare server is present, NetWare print services might be used by following the NetWare Configuration instructions in this guide. • Peer-to-peer print services can be used by following the instructions in this section. • LPR print services can be used via TCP/IP by following the instructions in this section.
Configuring the Printer for the Network Installing IP Peer-to-Peer The TCP/IP protocol is required for IP Peer-to-Peer printing. Confirm that the TCP/IP protocol is installed, if not, install it before starting the following procedure. Follow these steps to install IP Peer-to-Peer. Important ❒ Confirm that the printer power is turned on before starting the following procedure. A Insert the CD-ROM labeled “Print Server Software and Documentation” in 3 the CD-ROM drive. The main screen appears.
Windows NT 4.0 Configuration K Type the name that you wish to see in the Program Folder and click [Next]. The files are then copied to your computer in the specified directories. The [Information] dialog box appears. L Click [OK] to complete the installation. -For manual installation Follow these steps to install the software on your operating system (Windows NT 4.0). A Insert the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. B Close all the applications that are currently running.
Configuring the Printer for the Network Setting Up LPR Printing Follow these steps to set up LPR printing. Note ❒ In the following instructions, some field or dialog box names might vary depending on the NT service pack in use. A 3 Configure the IP parameters on the Network Interface Board using the operation panel. Reference For information on setting IP parameters, see P.20 “Setting Up the IP Parameters”. B Click [Start] on the task bar, point to [Settings], and then click [Control Panel].
Windows NT 4.0 Configuration L Click [Close] to close the [Printer Ports] dialog box. The Network Interface Board IP address is now displayed and currently selected on the list of ports. M If the printer is to be shared, click the [Sharing] tab, select Shared and type the Share name. N Click [OK] when finished.
Configuring the Printer for the Network NetWare Configuration Quick Setup Using the NIB Setup Tool Wizard Using the NIB Setup Tool, you can easily set up a NetWare printing environment. Reference For more information on setting up the NIB Setup Tool, see P.24 “Installing the NIB Setup Tool”. 3 You can select [Wizard] or [Property Sheet] as an installation method. When you configure the Network Interface Board for the first time, use the Wizard method. If you want to use the Property Sheet method, see P.
NetWare Configuration F Confirm that the MAC address and IPX address are correct, and click [Finish]. G Type the print server name into the [Device Name] box, and click [Next >]. The factory default is RDP_ followed by the 6 digit serial number. We recommend that you change it to something that is easier to remember or something based on the structure of your network. H In a dialog box for selecting a network environment, check a box for [NetWare] and remove the check mark for the [TCP/IP].
Configuring the Printer for the Network O If you have selected the NDS mode, type the volume of the print queue into the [Queue Volume] box. Clicking [Browse], you can select one of those shown in the [Browse] dialog box. P Click [Next >]. A dialog box to confirm the printing environment appears. Q After confirming the environment, click [Next >]. If you want to change the settings, click [< Back] and make the settings again.
NetWare Configuration Setting Up as Print Server A Log in to the file server as a Supervisor or a Supervisor equivalent. B Run the NIB Setup Tool. Reference ⇒ P.25 “Running the NIB Setup Tool” C Click [Property Sheet] and click [OK]. The [Browse] dialog box of the Network Interface Board appears. 3 D Click [IPX protocol]. E Select the IPX address of the Network Interface Board which is to be configured by clicking it, and then click [Next >].
Configuring the Printer for the Network L Create a print queue as follows. Note ❒ If you use a currently defined print queue, proceed to the step M. A From the [Available Options] menu, select [Print Queue Information] and press {ENTER}. B Press the {INSERT} key and type a print queue name. C Press the {ESC} key to return to the [Available Options] menu. M Create a printer as follows. 3 A From the [Available Options] menu, select [Print Server Information] and press {ENTER}.
NetWare Configuration O Press the {ESC} key until “Exit?” appears, and select [Yes] to exit PCONSOLE. P Turn the printer power off and on. Note ❒ To confirm that the printer is configured correctly, type as follows from the command prompt. F:> USERLIST ❒ If the printer works as configured, the name of the print server appears as an attached user. 3 NetWare 4.x - Advanced Settings This section describes how to configure your printer to use as a print server in the NetWare 4.x environment.
Configuring the Printer for the Network Setting Up as Print Server Important ❒ You can set up the print server using the NDS or Bindery mode in NetWare 4.x. The following procedure is for setting up the print server using the NDS mode in NetWare 4.1. When you set up the print server using the Bindery mode, use the NIB Setup Tool Wizard. ⇒ P.36 “Quick Setup Using the NIB Setup Tool Wizard”. A Log in to the file server as an Admin or an Admin equivalent. B Run the NIB Setup Tool. 3 Reference ⇒ P.
NetWare Configuration B Type into the [Tree:] box the name of the NDS tree in which the print server is created, and type the context into the [Context:] box. Clicking [Browse], you can select a NDS tree and a NDS context among those listed in the [Browse] dialog boxes. As a context, object names are typed from a lower object and divided by a period. For example, if you want to create a print server into NET under DS, type "NET.DS" 3 C Click [OK] to close the property sheet.
Configuring the Printer for the Network N Assign print queues to the created printer as follows. A Click [Assignments], and click [Add] in the [Assignments] group. B In the [Available objects] box, click the queue created in step L to highlight it, and click [OK]. C Click [Configuration], and in the [Printer type] box, select [Parallel] using the dropdown menu, and then click [Communication]. D Click [Manual load] in the [Communication type] group, and click [OK].
NetWare Configuration Windows 95/98 Follow these steps to set up a Windows 95/98 client. Preparation Log in to the NetWare file server before starting the following procedure. A Install the printer driver of the printer you want to use as “Local printer”. Reference For more information on installing the printer driver, see P.51 “Installing the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver” and P.59 “Installing the PostScript Printer Driver”. 3 Note ❒ Any port is selected during the installation, however, LPT1 is recommended.
Configuring the Printer for the Network When Using the PostScript Printer Driver Follow these steps to set up for the PostScript Printer Driver A Click the [PostScript] tab. B Click [Advanced]. C Remove the check marks from the [Send CTRL+D before job] and the [Send CTRL+D after job] check boxes. M Click [OK] to close the property. 3 Windows 3.1x Follow these steps to set up a Windows 3.1x client.
NetWare Configuration H Remove the check marks from the [Form Feed] and the [Enable Banner] check boxes. Note ❒ You should not check these boxes, because they should be specified using the printer driver. If they are checked, the printer might not print correctly. I Click [OK] to close the [NetWare Settings] dialog box. J Close the [Network driver] dialog box. K Click [OK] to close the [Connect] dialog box. L Click [Close] to close the [Printers] dialog box. 3 Windows NT 4.
Configuring the Printer for the Network Macintosh Configuration Configuring Macintosh This section describes how to configure a Macintosh computer to use EtherTalk. The actual procedures to configure a Macintosh are slightly different depending on the version of the Mac OS. If you are not using Mac OS 8, see the manual that comes with your version of the Mac OS for more information.
UNIX Configuration UNIX Configuration UNIX Configuration UNIX printing utilizes a line printer daemon (lpd) to direct jobs to the printer. With printer-based lpd, the Network Interface Board acts as the line printer daemon host and accepts print jobs directly. TCP/IP configuration of the Network Interface Board is needed for all versions of UNIX. See “Owner's Manual” (NIB 450-E Manual) in the CD-ROM labeled “Print Server Software and Documentation” for lpd configuration.
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4. Installing the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver Installing the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver Printing requires installation of a printer driver for your operating system. This section describes instructions for installing the printer driver. The actual procedure differs somewhat depending on your operating system. This printer comes with two kinds of PCL printer drivers. One is PCL 6, and the other is PCL 5e.
Installing the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver F Select the CD-ROM drive. G Open [PCL6 (or PCL5E)]. H Open [WIN31_95]. I Open the folder of the language you use. J Open [DISK1]. K Open the file titled “Setup.exe”. L Click [OK]. M Follow the instructions on the screen. 4 Setting up options Note ❒ When setting up options, you should access the Printer Properties from Windows. You cannot access the Printer Properties from an application. A Click [Start], point to [Settings], and then click [Printers].
Installing the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver F Open [PCL6 (or PCL5E)]. G Open [WIN31_95]. H Open the folder of the language you use. I Open [DISK1]. J Open the file titled ”Setup.exe”. K Click [OK]. L Follow the instructions on the screen. Setting up options 4 Note ❒ When setting up options, you should access the Printer Setting dialog box from Windows. You cannot access the Printer Setting dialog box from an application. A From the [Main] group of [Program Manager], open [Control Panel] by doubleclicking it.
Installing the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver A Close all the applications that are currently running. B Insert the CD-ROM labeled “Printer Drivers and Utilities” in the CD-ROM drive. If the setup menu starts automatically, follow the instructions on the screen. Otherwise, continue to step C. C Click [Start] on the task bar. D Click [Run]. E In the [Run] window, click [Browse]. F Select the CD-ROM drive. G Open [PCL6 (or PCL5E)]. H Open [NT4]. I Open the folder of the language you use. J Open [DISK1].
Installing the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver Setting up options Limitation ❒ Changing the settings of the printer requires Full Control access permission. Members of the Administrators, Server Operators, Print Operators, and Power Users groups have Full Control permission by default. Note ❒ When setting up options, you should access the Printer Properties from Windows. You cannot access the Printer Properties from an application. A Click [Start], point to [Settings], and then click [Printers].
Installing the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver Uninstalling the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver This section describes instructions for uninstalling the printer driver. The actual procedure differs somewhat depending on your operating system. Follow the appropriate one of the following procedures. Windows 95/98 - Uninstalling the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver A Close all the applications that are currently running. B Insert the CD-ROM labeled “Printer Drivers and Utilities” in the CD-ROM drive.
Uninstalling the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver E Select the CD-ROM drive from the [Drives:] list box. F Open [PCL6 (or PCL5E)]. G Open [WIN31_95]. H Open the folder of the language you use. I Open [DISK1]. J Open the file titled “Unsetup.exe”. K Click [OK]. L Follow the instructions on the screen. 4 Windows NT 4.0 - Uninstalling the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver Limitation ❒ Uninstalling a printer driver requires Full Control access permission.
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5. Installing the PostScript Printer Driver Installing the PostScript Printer Driver Printing requires installation of a printer driver for your operating system. This section describes instructions for installing the printer driver. The actual procedure differs somewhat depending on your operating system. Follow the appropriate one of the following procedures. Windows 95/98 - Installing the PostScript Printer Driver Installing the printer driver A Close all the applications that are currently running.
Installing the PostScript Printer Driver Setting up options Note ❒ When setting up options, you should access the [Device Options] tab from Windows. You cannot set up options when accessing the [Device Options] tab from an application A Click [Start], point to [Settings], and then click [Printers]. The [Printers] window appears. B Select the icon of the printer you want to use by clicking it. On the [File] menu, click [Properties]. C Click the [Device Options] tab.
Installing the PostScript Printer Driver I Open [DISK1]. J Open the file titled “Setup.exe”. K Click [OK]. L Follow the instructions on the screen. Setting up options A From the [Main] group of [Program Manager], open [Control Panel] by doubleclicking it. B Double-click the [Printers] icon. C In the [Installed Printers:] list box, click the name of the printer you want to set up. D Click [Setup]. E Click the [Features] tab. 5 The [Printer Features] group appears.
Installing the PostScript Printer Driver D Click [Run]. E In the [Run] window, click [Browse]. F Select the CD-ROM drive. G Open [PS]. H Open [NT4]. I Open the folder of the language you use. J Open [DISK1]. K Open the file titled “Setup.exe”. L Click [OK]. M Follow the instructions on the screen. 5 Setting up options Limitation ❒ Changing the settings of the printer requires Full Control access permission.
Installing the PostScript Printer Driver Using the Adobe PageMaker Version 6.0 or 6.5 If you use the printer under Windows 95/98/3.1x/NT 4.0 with Adobe PageMaker, you need to copy the PPD file to the PageMaker folder. The PPD file is the file with extension ".ppd". It is in the folder "\PS\NT4\ENGLISH\DISK1\" on the CD-ROM labeled “Printer Drivers and Utilities”. The [NT4] folder, inside the [PS] folder is for the Windows NT 4.0 operating system.
Installing the PostScript Printer Driver E Open [DISK1] and double-click the installer icon. F Follow the instructions on the screen. G Move the “PrintingLib” file from your desktop back to [Extensions] in [System Folder]. H Double-click [Extensions]. I Double-click [Printer Descriptions]. J Double-click the CD-ROM icon on the desktop. K Double-click the [DISK1] folder in the folder of the language you use. L Click and drag the PPD file into [Printer Descriptions]. M Restart the Macintosh.
Installing the PostScript Printer Driver D Click [Configure]. A list of options appears. E Select the option you want to set up and select the appropriate setting for it. Note ❒ If the option you want to set up is not displayed, the PPD file might not be set up correctly. Check the name of the PPD file shown in the dialog box. F Click [OK]. The list of options closes. G Click [OK]. The [Chooser] dialog box appears. H Close the [Chooser] dialog box.
Installing the PostScript Printer Driver Uninstalling the PostScript Printer Driver This section describes instructions for uninstalling the printer driver. The actual procedure differs somewhat depending on your operating system. Follow the appropriate one of the following procedures. Windows 95/98 - Uninstalling the PostScript Printer Driver A Click [Start] on the task bar. B Point to [Settings] and click [Printers]. C Select the printer you want to delete. D On the [File] menu, click [Delete].
Uninstalling the PostScript Printer Driver D On the [File] menu, click [Delete]. A confirmation dialog box appears. E Click [Yes] to delete the printer driver. Macintosh - Uninstalling the PostScript Printer Driver A Open [System folder] and double-click [Extensions]. B Drag the “Adobe PS” file to [Trash].
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6. Installing the Font Manager Installing the Font Manager Printing under a Windows system using PCL 6 or PCL 5e requires installation of the Font Manager for your operating system. This section describes instructions for installing the Font Manager. The actual procedure differs somewhat depending on your operating system. Follow the appropriate one of the following procedures. Windows 95/98/NT 4.0 - Installing the Font Manager A Close all the applications that are currently running.
Installing the Font Manager D In the [Run] window, click [Browse]. E Select the CD-ROM drive from the [Drives] list box. F Open [FONTMAN]. G Open [DISK1]. H Open the file titled "Setup.exe". I Click [OK]. J Follow the instructions on the screen.
Uninstalling the Font Manager Uninstalling the Font Manager This section describes instructions for uninstalling the Font Manager. The actual procedure differs somewhat depending on your operating system. Follow the appropriate one of the following procedures. Windows 95/98/NT 4.0 - Uninstalling the Font Manager A Click [Start] on the task bar. B Point to [Settings] and click [Control Panel]. C Double-click the [Add/Remove Programs] icon. D Click [AGFA Font Manager] in the list box. E Click [Add/Remove].
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7. Setting Up The Printer Driver and Canceling a Print Job PCL 6/5e - Accessing the Printer Properties Windows 95/98 - Accessing the Printer Properties There are two methods you can use to open the Printer Properties. Making printer default settings To make the printer default settings, first open the Printer Properties from the [Printers] window. Note ❒ With some applications, the printer driver's settings are not used, and the application's own initial default settings are applied.
Setting Up The Printer Driver and Canceling a Print Job B From the [Name:] list box, select the printer you want to use, and then click [Properties]. The Printer Properties appears. C Set desired settings and click [OK]. D Click [OK] to start your printing. Windows 3.1x - Accessing the Printer Setting Dialog Box There are two methods you can use to open the Printer Setting dialog box.
PCL 6/5e - Accessing the Printer Properties ❒ Any settings you make in the following procedure are valid for the current application only. A On the [File] menu, click [Print Setup]. [Print Setup] appears. B From the [Printer] group, select the printer you want to use. Note ❒ If the printer you want to use is not specified as the default printer, click [Specific Printer:] and then find the printer you want to use in the list box. C Click [Options]. The Printer Setting dialog box appears.
Setting Up The Printer Driver and Canceling a Print Job Making printer default settings – Default Document Properties Limitation ❒ Changing the settings of the printer requires Full Control access permission. Members of the Administrators, Server Operators, Print Operators, and Power Users groups have Full Control permission by default. A Click [Start] on the task bar, point to [Settings], and then click [Printers]. The [Printers] window appears.
PostScript - Setting Up for Printing PostScript - Setting Up for Printing Windows 95/98 - Accessing the Printer Properties There are two methods you can use to open the Printer Properties. Making printer default settings To make the printer default settings, first open the Printer Properties from the [Printers] window. Note ❒ With some applications, the printer driver's settings are not used, and the application's own initial default settings are applied.
Setting Up The Printer Driver and Canceling a Print Job C Set desired settings and click [OK]. D Click [OK] to start your printing. Windows 3.1x - Accessing the Printer Setting Dialog Box There are two methods you can use to open the Printer Setting dialog box. Making printer default settings To make the printer default settings, open the Printer Setting dialog box from [Control Panel].
PostScript - Setting Up for Printing A On the [File] menu, click [Print Setup]. [Print Setup] appears. B From the [Printer] group, select the printer you want to use. Note ❒ If the printer you want to use is not specified as the default printer, click [Specific Printer:] and then find the printer you want to use in the list box. C Click [Options]. The Printer Setting dialog box appears. D Set desired settings and click [OK]. E Click [OK] to close the [Print Setup] dialog box. F Start your printing.
Setting Up The Printer Driver and Canceling a Print Job Making printer default settings - Default Document Properties Limitation ❒ Changing the settings of the printer requires Full Control access permission. Members of the Administrators, Server Operators, Print Operators, and Power Users groups have Full Control permission by default. A Click [Start] on the task bar, point to [Settings], and then click [Printers]. The [Printers] window appears.
PostScript - Setting Up for Printing Macintosh - Setting Up for Printing Making paper settings from an application A Open the file you want to print. B On the [File] menu, click [Page Setup]. [Adobe PS Page Setup] appears. C Confirm that the printer you want to use is shown in [Format for:]. Note ❒ If your printer is now shown in the [Format for:] box, use the pop-up menu to display a list of available printers. Reference The actual appearance of the Page Setup depends on the application you are using.
Setting Up The Printer Driver and Canceling a Print Job Canceling a Print Job Windows 95/98 - Canceling a Print Job A Double-click the printer icon on the task bar. This opens a window that shows all the print jobs that are currently queued for printing. Check the current status of the job you want to cancel. B Click the name of the job you want to cancel so it is highlighted. C On the [Document] menu, click [Cancel Printing].
Canceling a Print Job D Click [OK] to close the dialog box. E Press the printer's {Job Reset} key. The message appears on the panel display indicating that the print job is being cancelled. Important ❒ The preceding procedure cancels the print job that is currently being processed by the printer. In some cases, the printer might already be processing data for the next print job following the one currently being output. In such a case, the next print job is also canceled when you press {Job Reset}.
Setting Up The Printer Driver and Canceling a Print Job Note ❒ You cannot stop printing data that has already been processed internally by the printer. Because of this, printing might continue for a few pages after you press {Job Reset}. ❒ A print job that contains a large volume of data might take considerable time to stop. Macintosh - Canceling a Print Job A Double-click the printer icon on the Desktop. This opens a window that shows all the print jobs that are currently queued for printing.
8. Paper and Other Media Paper and Other Media Supported by Your Printer Paper Types and Sizes This section describes the type, size, feed direction, and maximum capacity of paper that can be loaded into each paper tray in this printer. Important ❒ Be sure to set the paper size dial to match the actual paper size loaded in the tray. When the actual paper size is not shown on the dial, set the dial to “p” and specify the paper size using the operation panel.
Paper and Other Media Large Capacity Tray RT36 Size (mm) A3 L 297 × 420 ❍* ✩ ✩ X B4 JIS L 257 × 364 ❍* ★ ★ X A4 K 297 × 210 X ✩ ✩ ❍* L 210 × 297 ❍* ✩ ✩ X K 257 × 182 X ★ ★ X L 182 × 257 ❍* ★ ★ X A5 L 148 × 210 ❍* ✩ ✩ X A6 *1 L 105 × 148 ❍* X X X Double Letter L 279 × 432 ❍* ★ ★ X Legal (LG, 81/2" × 14") L 216 × 356 ❍* ★ ★ X Letter (LT, 81/2" × 11") K 279 × 216 X ✩ ✩ ❍* L 216 × 279 ❍* ✩ ✩ X L 140 × 216 ❍* ★ ★ X L 184 ×
Paper and Other Media Supported by Your Printer • ❍ means that the size is supported and you need to specify the paper size using the operation panel. (Regarding the bypass tray and the Large Capacity Tray RT36, there is no dial on the tray.) • ✩ means that the size is supported and indicated on the tray dial. Be sure to set the paper size dial to match the actual paper size loaded in the tray. • ★ means that the size is supported but not indicated on the tray dial.
Paper and Other Media Large Capacity Tray RT36 L 11" × 17" ❍* ✩ ✩ X Legal (LG) L 81/2" × 14" ❍* ✩ ✩ X Letter (LT) K 11" × 81/2" X ✩ ✩ ❍* L 81/2" × 11" ❍* ✩ ✩ X Half Letter (HLT) L 51/2" × 81/2" ❍* ★ ★ X Executive (Exec.) L 71/4" × 101/2" ❍* ★ ★ X A3 L 11.26" × 16.54" ❍* ★ ★ X B4 JIS L 10.12" × 14.33" ❍* ★ ★ X A4 K 11.69" × 8.27" X ✩ ✩ ❍* L 8.27" × 11.69" ❍* ✩ ✩ X K 10.12” × 7.17" X ★ ★ X L 7.17" × 10.12" ❍* ★ ★ X A5 L 5.
Paper and Other Media Supported by Your Printer • ❍ means that the size is supported and you need to specify the paper size using the operation panel. (Regarding the bypass tray and the Large Capacity Tray RT36, there is no dial on the tray.) • ✩ means that the size is supported and indicated on the tray dial. Be sure to set the paper size dial to match the actual paper size loaded in the tray. • ★ means that the size is supported but not indicated on the tray dial.
Paper and Other Media Cautions in loading paper • Use only the recommended paper types. Print quality cannot be guaranteed if other paper types are used. • Do not use paper that is already printed on. • When loading paper into the paper tray or the Large Capacity Tray RT36, confirm that the top of the stack is not higher than the limit mark inside the tray. • When loading paper onto the bypass tray, confirm that the top of the stack is not higher than the limit mark of the paper guide.
Paper and Other Media Supported by Your Printer ❖ Translucent paper • Load only one translucent paper at a time onto the bypass tray. • When printing on translucent paper that has a print side, load it face down onto the bypass tray. ❖ Adhesive labels • Load only one adhesive label at a time onto the bypass tray. • Use adhesive labels in which the whole side can be printed on. • Avoid using adhesive labels having exposed glue.
Paper and Other Media Printable Area The following shows the printable area for this printer. Be sure to set the print margins correctly. 2mm (1/12") 2mm (1/12") 3mm (1/8") 1 2mm (1/12") 2mm (1/12") A 2mm (1/12") : printable area Note ❒ The printable area might vary depending on paper size, printer language and printer driver settings.
Loading Paper and Other Media Loading Paper and Other Media Loading Paper in the Paper Tray B Remove the rear guide. 2 1 This section describes instructions for loading paper whose size and feed direction is already set in the standard paper tray and the optional paper bank PS430. If you want to change the paper size or feed direction, see P.94 “Changing Paper Size of the Paper Tray”.
Paper and Other Media E Slide the tray into the printer until it stops. Reference For more information on the size and feed direction of paper that can be set in the tray, see P.85 “Paper Types and Sizes”. A Slide the paper tray out until it stops. After that, lift it up slightly, then pull it out. TAPY581E Changing Paper Size of the Paper Tray Important ❒ Confirm that the setting of the paper size dial matches the paper size and feed direction of the paper in the tray.
Loading Paper and Other Media D Remove the four screws inside of the tray you removed in step A. G Align all four sides of the paper stack and load it into the tray. TAPY041E E Re-position the side guide to hold the paper size you want to load. TAPY091E Important ❒ Confirm that the top of the stack in not higher than the limit mark inside the tray. H While lifting the left side of the paper, attach the rear guide. TAPY051E F Lock the side guides with the four 8 screws you removed in step D.
Paper and Other Media I Adjust the paper size dial to match the size and feed direction of the paper in the paper tray. A Open the bypass tray. TAPY600E TAPY090E Important ❒ If you want to use paper size and feed direction that are not indicated on the paper size dial, set the dial to "p". In this case, you should specify the paper size using the operation panel. ⇒ P.132 “Making Printer Settings with the Operation Panel” Note ❒ Swing out the extender (A) to support paper sizes larger than A4L.
Loading Paper and Other Media Loading Paper in the Optional Large Capacity Tray C Load paper with the long-edge side of the paper pressing against the printer side. This section describes instructions to load paper in the optional Large Capacity Tray RT36. Reference For more information on the size and feed direction of paper that can be set in the tray, see P.85 “Paper Types and Sizes”. A Check if the tray release button is lit. If it is not lit, press the button to lit it.
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9. Troubleshooting Error & Status Messages on the Operation Panel Messages Description Comments Add Staple The staple is almost empty. Replace the staple refill with a new one. ⇒ P.120 “Adding Staples” Call Service An error has occured in the printer. Turn the printer power off and on. If the message appears again, contact your sales or service representative. ChangeFeedRoller It is time to replace the paper feed roller. Contact your sales or service representative. Change Maint.
Troubleshooting Messages Description Comments Error: Finisher The stapler is damaged. The stapler needs to be repaired. Contact your sales or service representative. Load {paper size} Tray # is empty. Tray # Load {paper size} paper into Tray #. ⇒ P.93 “Loading Paper and Other Media” Note ❒ The paper size in millimeters is displayed as "(length×width)". For example "Load A4(297×210)" means "load A4K", and "Load A4(210×297)" means "load A4L".
Error & Status Messages on the Operation Panel Messages Description Remove Paper: The shift tray of the Finisher Remove paper from the shift SR730 is full. tray. Shift Tray Remove Paper: Comments The standard output tray is full. Remove paper from the output tray. Staple Tray There is paper in the stack unit of the finisher. Remove paper from the stack unit of the finisher. Replace Toner The toner bottle is empty. Replace the old toner bottle with a new one. ⇒ P.
Troubleshooting Printer Doesn't Print Possible Cause Solutions Is the power on? If not, confirm that the cord is securely plugged into the power outlet and the printer. Turn on the printer power. Does the On Line indicator stay on? If not, press {On Line} to make it light up. Does the Error indicator If so, check the error message on the panel display and take stay red? the required action. Is the paper set? Load paper into the paper tray, the Large Capacity Tray RT36 or the bypass tray. ⇒ P.
Printer Doesn't Print Possible Cause Solutions If you print using Post- The data is cleared when the Job Timeout period is exceedScript driver, printing ed. does not start or is inter❖ Windows 95/98 rupted. Set a longer [Job Timeout] period with the [PostScript] tab of the Printer Properties. ❖ Windows 3.1x Set a longer [Job Timeout] period with the [PostScript] tab of the Printer Setting dialog box. ❖ Windows NT 4.
Troubleshooting Possible Cause Solutions Is the Data In indicator If not, the data is not being sent to the printer. Or the printer blinking or lit after start- may be resetting the print job because there was a long deing the print job, when lay in receiving the data from the computer. using the PCL printer? ❖ If the printer is using "I/O Timeout" Increase the value of the "I/O Timeout" setting of the "System" menu of the "Job Control". ⇒ P.
Other Printing Problems Other Printing Problems Status Possible Causes, Descriptions, and Solutions Printed side is dirty. Adjust the image density correctly. ⇒ P.129 “Using the Operation Panel” If paper is curled, correct it. The back side of the printed output is dirty. Check if the size specified with the dial matches that specified with the operation panel. If not, specify the correct size that matches the size and feed direction of the paper loaded in the tray.
Troubleshooting Status Possible Causes, Descriptions, and Solutions Operation panel error message stays on after removing the misfed paper. Open the front cover of your printer and then close it. Be sure to close the lower vertical paper feed cover. ⇒ P.108 “Removing Misfed Paper” Desired tray isn't used for the Check the paper size settings. The size specified with output. the paper size dial might be different from the actual paper size. Make the correct dial setting. ⇒ P.
Other Printing Problems Status Possible Causes, Descriptions, and Solutions Windows 95/98/NT 4.0: If connections to the printer is not bi-directional, the The computer doesn't recog- computer doesn't recognize the installed printer opnize the installed printer op- tions. tions. In this case specify which options you have installed using the printer driver. Reference For more information on setting options for the printer driver. ⇒ P.51 “Installing the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver”, P.
Troubleshooting Removing Misfed Paper When a paper misfeed occurs, an error message appears on the panel display. The procedure you should follow to remove the misfed paper depends on the location of the misfeed, which is indicated on the panel display. R CAUTION: • When removing misfed paper, do not touch the fusing section because it becomes very hot. Important ❒ More than one misfed areas might be indicated. In this case, check every applicable area. See the following charts shown in the illustration.
Removing Misfed Paper Note ❒ If the optional Large Capacity Tray RT36 is equipped with your printer, pull the lever (A) to extend the connecting unit (B). E While lifting the blue lever A2 in the right cover (A), remove the misfed paper (B). 1 A2 2 2 1 TAPY100E F Close the covers in the following TAPP700E C Open the upper vertical paper feed cover.
Troubleshooting B Open the right cover by pushing the catch upwards. When "Misfeed:C" Appears A Open the bypass tray (A). And then open the duplex unit by pushing the catch upwards (B). b TAPH050E C Open the front cover. a TAPH030E B Open the right cover by pushing the catch upwards. TAPH072E D Turn the blue knob B counterclockwise (A) and remove the misfed paper from inside of the right cover (B). TAPH050E C Open the front cover.
Removing Misfed Paper D Open the output feeder cover of the bridge unit. F Close the covers in the following order: • • • • • The right cover The duplex unit The bypass tray The front cover The output feeder cover When "Misfeed:D" Appears TAPY750E E Remove the misfed paper by turning the blue knob C as shown in the illustration. If you turn the blue knob C clockwise (A) , the misfed paper comes out to the output tray (B).
Troubleshooting C Open the right cover by pushing the catch upwards. If you turn the blue knob C counterclockwise (A), remove the misfed paper from inside of the right cover (B). TAPH050E D Open the front cover. TAPY770E F Close the covers in the following order: • • • • • TAPH072E E Remove the misfed paper by turning the blue knob C as shown in the illustration. If you turn the blue knob C clockwise (A) , the misfed paper comes out to the output tray (B).
Removing Misfed Paper When "Misfeed:R" Appears D Close the right cover of the Fin- Finisher SR720 E If you cannot remove the misfed A Remove the misfed paper from the output tray of the Finisher SR720. isher SR720. paper in step C, slide the stack unit of the Finisher SR720 out (A) and remove the misfed paper (B). TAPY660E TAPY630E B If you cannot remove the misfed paper in step A, open the right cover of the Finisher SR720. F Slide the stack unit into the Finisher SR720 until it stops.
Troubleshooting B While pushing the blue lever R1 upwards (A), remove the misfed paper (B). E Push the lever R4 to the left (A) and remove the misfed paper (B). TAPY270E TAPY640E C If you cannot remove the misfed paper in step B, remove the misfed paper (A) while pushing the blue lever R2 downwards in a clockwise direction (B). F Return the blue lever R4 to its original position.
Removing Misfed Paper H Hold the blue lever R6 and pull out the stack unit (A), then remove the misfed paper (B). When "Misfeed:U" Appears A Open the top cover of the Large Capacity Tray RT36. TAPY300E I Return the stack unit to its origi- nal position (A) and close the front cover of the Finisher SR730 (B). TAPM230E B Remove the misfed paper.
Troubleshooting D Remove the misfed paper from the left side of the Large Capacity Tray RT36. When "Misfeed:Y" Appears Note ❒ If your printer is equipped with the optional Large Capacity Tray RT36, pull the lever (A) to extend the connecting unit (B). 2 TAPY170E 1 E Slide the Large Capacity Tray RT36 forward to connect it to the printer. TAPP700E A Open the lower vertical paper feed cover. TAPP230E 9 TSPY140E B Remove the misfed paper. TAPY150E C Close the lower feed cover.
Removing Misfed Paper When "Misfeed:W" Appears A Open the front cover of the Mail- E Push the blue button W3 to open the cover (A), then remove the misfed paper (B). box CS360. TAPY440E TAPY410E F Close the cover and press it down until it clicks into place. B Push the blue lever W1 downwards to open the cover inside (A). Then remove the misfed paper (B). G Open the top cover of the Mailbox CS360.
Troubleshooting J While pulling the blue lever W6 upwards (A), remove the misfed paper (B). M Turn the blue lever W4 counterclockwise to open the cover (A), then remove the misfed paper (B). a b TAPY470E TAPY500E K Remove the misfed paper from the output tray. N Turn the blue lever W4 clockwise to return the cover to its original position. O Close the triangular cover and the front cover of the Mailbox CS360.
Removing Misfed Paper When "Misfeed:Z" Appears A Open the bypass tray (A). And then open the duplex unit by pushing the catch upwards (B). D Close the covers in the following order: • • • • The cover Z2 The cover Z1 The duplex unit The bypass tray b a TAPH030E B Open the cover Z1 to the left (A), and remove the misfed paper (B). 1 Z1 2 TAPY210E C If you cannot remove the misfed 9 paper in step B, remove it (B) while opening the cover Z2 to the left (A).
Troubleshooting Adding Staples When “Add Staple” appears on the panel display, the staples have almost run out. Follow these steps to add a new staple refill. C Remove the empty refill case (white). Note ❒ After adding the staple refill, staples might not be ejected for the first few times. Finisher SR720 TAPY690E A Slide the stack unit of the Finisher SR720 out until it stops.
Adding Staples F Slide the cartridge in until it clicks. C Remove the empty refill case (white). TAPY720E G Slide the stack unit into the Finisher SR720. Finisher SR730 TAPY340E D Add a new refill and align the ar- rows on the refill case and the cartridge, and push the refill case in until it clicks. A Open the front cover of the Finisher SR730 (A), and slide the stack unit out until it stops (B). 1 TAPY350E E Pull out the ribbon from the bottom of the refill case.
Troubleshooting F Reinstall the cartridge, and press down on the cartridge until it clicks into place. TAPY370E G Slide the stack unit into the Finisher SR730 (A), and close the cover (B).
Removing Jammed Staples Removing Jammed Staples If staples do not ejected properly, they might be jammed. C Open the face plate. Note ❒ Staples might be jammed because of curled paper. In this case, try turning the paper over in the tray. ❒ After removing the jammed staples, staples might not be ejected for the first few times. TAPY730E Finisher SR720 A Slide the stack unit of the Finish- D Remove the jammed staples. er SR720 out until it stops. TAPY740E TAPY670E B Remove the staple cartridge.
Troubleshooting D Remove the jammed staples. Finisher SR730 A Open the front cover of the Finisher SR730 (A), and slide the stack unit out until it stops (B). 1 TAPY390E E Close the face plate by pressing it down until it clicks into place. 2 TAPY320E B Lift the staple cartridge until it clicks, then remove the cartridge gently. TAPY400E F Reinstall the cartridge, and press the cartridge down until it clicks into place. TAPY330E 9 C Press the face plate lock down to open the face plate.
Removing Jammed Staples G Slide the stack unit into the Finisher SR730 (A), and close the cover (B).
Troubleshooting Removing Paper Chips When “Punch Chips Full” appears on the panel display, the punch waste box is full. Follow these steps to remove paper chips. A Open the front cover of the Finisher SR730. TAPY240E B Pull out the punch waste box and remove the paper chips. 9 TAPP680E C Reinstall the punch waste box. TAPP690E 126 D Close the front cover of the Finisher SR730.
Replacing the Toner Bottle Replacing the Toner Bottle R WARNING: • Do not incinerate toner (used or unused) or toner containers. Toner dust is flammable and might ignite when exposed to an open flame. • Disposal should take place at an authorized dealer or appropriate collection site. Note ❒ The actual number of printed pages you get from a particular toner bottle depends on the type and size of paper you are using, the contents of your print images, and printing environment conditions.
Troubleshooting D Press the toner bottle backward (A) to raise its head (B), then gently pull out the bottle. G Place the toner bottle on the toner holder (A), then pull its head toward you (B) to lock it in place. TAPT060E TAPT080E E Move the new toner bottle back and forth about 5 - 6 times as shown in the illustration. H Slide the toner holder into the printer until it clicks into place, and push down the green handle.
10. Using the Operation Panel Menu Chart This section describes how to change the default settings of your printer and provides information on the parameters included in each menu. Category Proof Print Function Menu Print File ⇒ P.133 “Proof Print Menu” Delete File Show Error Log Job Control Paper Input ⇒ P.134 “Job Control Menu” Page Size Tray Priority Paper Size Tray Paper Type Bypass Pap.
Using the Operation Panel Category Function Menu Host Interface Printer Lang. ⇒ P.141 “Host Interface Menu” Parallel Setup I/O Timeout Bi-direction Network Setup I/O Timeout IP Address Subnet Mask Gateway Address Maintenance System Reset ⇒ P.143 “Maintenance Menu” Menu Reset Registration Tray3 Width Tray4 Width List Print Config. Page ⇒ P.144 “List Print Menu” Menu List PCL Font List PS Font List PCL Demo Page PS Demo Page Language ⇒ P.
Accessing the Main Menu Accessing the Main Menu Confirm that the printer is offline. If not, take the printer offline. Press {Menu} to display the “Main” menu on the panel display. The “Main” menu has the following six menus, which can be displayed one by one using {T T} or {U U}. • Proof Print • Job Control • Host Interface • Maintenance • List Print • Language Note ❒ {T T}: Press to go to the next page. ❒ {U U}: Press to go back to the previous page.
Using the Operation Panel Making Printer Settings with the Operation Panel A Press {Menu}. The “Main” menu appears. B Search for the desired menu with {T} or {U}. The desired menu appears. C Press {Enter}. D Search for the desired menu with {T} or {U}. The desired menu or parameter appears. Note ❒ “p” shown in front of the item indicates that item is currently selected. E Press {Enter}. The specified item appears. F If necessary, repeat steps D and E until you complete the desired settings.
Proof Print Menu Proof Print Menu There are 3 menus in the “Proof Print” menu. • Print File • Delete File • Show Error Log Reference For details on the “Proof Print”, see P.154 “Specifications”. Proof Print Parameters ❖ Proof Print Menu Description Print File Select a proof print file and print. Delete File Select a proof print file and delete. Show Error Log Show the error log in the proof print job.
Using the Operation Panel Job Control Menu There are 5 menus in the “Job Control” Menu. • Paper Input • Paper Output • Print Quality • System • PCL Menu Job Control Parameters ❖ Paper Input 1/3 Menu Description Page Size In DOS printing, you should select the page size here when it is not specified in the applications. A4, B5 JIS, A5, A6, 11x17, 8.5x14, 8.5x13, 8.25x13, 8x13, 7.25x10.5, 5.5x8.5, 8.5x11, A3, B4 JIS Note ❒ Default: A4 (Metric Version), 8.
Job Control Menu ❖ Paper Input 2/3 Menu Description Page Size You should specify the paper size for those not indicated on the paper size dials of the Tray 1, Tray 2, Tray 3 and Tray 4. When you specify the sizes that are not indicated on the paper size dial of Tray 1, Tray 2, Tray 3 or Tray 4, you should set the dial to “p” and then specify the paper size here. ❖ Tray 1 For information on paper sizes that can be set in Tray 1, see P.85 “Paper and Other Media”.
Using the Operation Panel ❖ Paper Input 3/3 Menu Description Bypass Pap.Type You can specify the type of the paper in bypass tray. (Bypass Paper Type) • Plain Paper • OHP Sheet • Thick Paper Note ❒ Default: Plain Paper Auto Tray SW (Auto Tray Switch) When paper runs out in the currently selected tray, you can specify whether or not the printer chooses another tray that has the same paper in size, media type and feed direction.
Job Control Menu ❖ Paper Output 2/2 Menu Description Sort You can specify the type of sort printing. • Off • Offset Sort • Rotate Sort Note ❒ Default: Off Staple You can specify the position where you want paper to be stapled. ❖ Finisher SR720 • Off • On ❖ Finisher SR730 Off, Left Slant, Right Slant, Lest 2, Right 2, Left Horiz., Right Horiz., Left Vert., Right Vert., Left, Right Note ❒ Default: Off ❒ The selection depends on which option is equipped with your printer. Reference ⇒ P.
Using the Operation Panel ❖ Print Quality Menu Description Edge Smoothing You can specify whether the Edge Smoothing feature is enabled. • On • Off Note ❒ Default: On Resolution You can specify the print resolution in dots per inch. • 600 dpi (PCL 5e, PCL 6, PS) • 300 dpi (PCL 5e) Note ❒ Default: 600 dpi ❒ The resolution specified with the printer driver overrides the one specified here. Image Density You can specify the print image density.
Job Control Menu ❖ System Menu Description Copies You can specify the number of copies you want to make. 1- 999 Note ❒ Default: 1 ❒ The number specified with the printer driver overrides the one specified here. Print PS Errors You can specify whether the PS error sheet should be printed out. • Off • On Note ❒ Default: Off Energy Saver You can specify the time the printer should wait before turning into Energy Saver mode. Energy Saver mode reduces electric power consumption.
Using the Operation Panel ❖ PCL Menu Menu Description Orientation You can specify the page orientation. The tray selection specified with the printer driver overrides the one specified here. • Portrait • Landscape Note ❒ Default: Portrait Form Lines Font Source You can specify the number of lines per page. 5-128 Note ❒ Default: 64 (Metric version), 60 (Inch version) You can specify the location of the default font.
Host Interface Menu Host Interface Menu There are 3 menus in the “Host Interface” Menu. • Printer Lang. (Printer Language) • Parallel Setup • Network Setup ⇒ P.20 “Configuring the Printer for the Network with the Operation Panel” Host Interface Parameters ❖ Printer Lang. (Printer Language) Menu Description Printer Lang. You can specify the printer language you want to use for the print jobs. When ”Auto Sense” is specified, the printer will automatically switch from one language to the right one.
Using the Operation Panel ❖ Network Setup Menu Description I/O Timeout You can specify the time your printer should wait before ending a print job. If data from other ports often appears in the middle of your print job, you should increase the timeout value. 15 seconds, 30 seconds, 60 seconds, 180 seconds, 300 seconds Note ❒ Default: 30 seconds IP Address You can specify the IP Address. Note ❒ Default: All zero Subnet Mask You can specify the Subnet Mask.
Maintenance Menu Maintenance Menu There are 3 menus in the “Maintenance” Menu. • System Reset • Menu Reset • Registration Maintenance Parameters ❖ System Reset Menu Description System Reset You can initialize the printer, returning all settings to the factory default. ❖ Menu Reset Menu Description Menu Reset You can reset the menu settings to the factory default.
Using the Operation Panel List Print Menu There are 6 menus in the “List Print” Menu. • Config. Page • Menu List • PCL Font List • PS Font List • PCL Demo Page • PS Demo Page List Print Parameters ❖ List Print Menu Description Config. Page You can print the current configuration of the printer. Menu List You can print the Menu List which shows the function menu of this printer. PCL Font List You can print a list of the installed PCL font.
List Print Menu C Press {T} or {U} until the following message appears on the panel display. Main Menu: List Print D Press {Enter}. The following message appears on the panel display. List Print: Config. Page E Press {Enter}. The following message appears on the panel display. Config. Page: Press Enter (#) F Press {Enter}. In a short time, the test printing will start. Important ❒ If you cannot complete the test printing correctly, check if an error message appears on the panel display.
Using the Operation Panel Language Menu You can select the language you use. Available languages are as follows: • Metric version English, Germany, French, Italian, Dutch, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Spanish, Finnish, Portuguese, Czech, Polish, Hungarian • Inch version English, French, Spanish Note ❒ Default: English ❒ If you want to use the English panel display, it is not necessary to change this setting.
Printing with the Operation Panel Printing with the Operation Panel Using the Proof Print Use this function to print only one copy of a multiple copy print job. The other copies are saved in the printer. The saved job can be printed from the printer's operation panel. Note ❒ If the application has a collate option, make sure that it is not selected before sending a print job. By default, proof print jobs are automatically collated by the printer driver.
Using the Operation Panel C Press {T} or {U} until “Delete File” appears, and then press {Enter}. Proof Print: Delete File D Press {T} or {U} to display the file you want delete, and then press {Enter}. Delete File: 22:07 EFGH5678 The following message appears on the panel display. 22:07 EFGH5678: Delete=Enter (#) E Press {Enter}. This starts deleting a proof print file after the following message appears on the panel display. Deleted Checking the Error Log A Press {Menu}.
Interpreting the Configuration Page Interpreting the Configuration Page Reference ❖ Printer ID Shows the serial number of the printer. ❖ Firmware Version Shows the version number of the printer PCL firmware. ❖ Pages Printed Shows the total number of pages printed. Memory ❖ Total Memory Shows the total amount of memory (SIMM) installed on the printer. ❖ Proof Print Free Memory (%) Shows the amount of hard disk space (as a percentage) that is available for proof print jobs.
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11. Appendix Stapling Position and Punch Position You can select a stapling or punch position among those listed in the following table.
Appendix Memory Capacity and Paper Size The standard 8 MB is enough for the machine to work with all options, using PCL or PostScript (however, the optional printer hard disk is needed to download PCL 5e fonts and PS fonts). Note ❒ This allows 600 dpi printing in duplex mode with A3L/11” × 17”L size paper. However, for faster printing of complex pages or when using a lot of fonts, add more memory.
Moving and Transporting the Printer Moving and Transporting the Printer R CAUTION: • When lifting the machine, use the grips on both sides of the machine. If you drop the machine, it could break or cause an injury. • When you move the machine, remember to unplug the power cord from the outlet. When you pull the plug out of the socket, hold it by the plug. If the cord is pulled out of the socket abruptly, it could become damaged. Damaged plugs or cords can cause an electrical or fire hazard.
Appendix Specifications Mainframe ❖ Configuration: Desktop ❖ Print Process: Laser beam scanning & Electrophotographic printing Dualcomponent development ❖ Printing Speed: Maximum 45 pages per minute (A4K, 81/2" × 11"K, simplex) Maximum 36 pages per minute (A4K, 81/2" × 11"K, duplex) ❖ Parallel Interface: Interface A standard 36–pin printer cable and a parallel port on the host computer Mode IEEE 1284 Compatible, ECP, Nibble ❖ Network Cable 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX shielded twisted-pair (STP) cable ❖ Network: To
Specifications ❖ Paper size: ⇒ P.85 “Paper and Other Media Supported by Your Printer” ❖ Paper Weight: ⇒ P.85 “Paper and Other Media Supported by Your Printer” ❖ Power Source: ⇒ inside of the front cover of this manual ❖ Power Consumption: Maximum 1,200 W or less Printing 1,000 W or less Energy Saver Mode 45 W or less ❖ Noise Emission (Sound Power Level): Printing 70 dB (A) Stand-by 42 dB (A) Note ❒ The preceding measurements are made in accordance with ISO7779.
Appendix ❖ Paper Capacity: Standard paper tray 500 sheets × 2 Bypass tray 50 sheets *1 Optional paper bank 500 sheets × 2 Optional large capacity tray 1,500 sheets *1 *1 *1 *1 Paper weight: 80 g/m2, 20 lb ❖ Paper Output Capacity: 500 sheets (80 g/m2, 20 lb) If the paper is curled or if you use the guides, the output capacity is reduced.
Specifications Options Paper Bank PS430 ❖ Paper size: ⇒ P.85 “Paper and Other Media Supported by Your Printer” ❖ Paper weight: ⇒ P.85 “Paper and Other Media Supported by Your Printer” ❖ Maximum power consumption: 50 W (power is supplied from the main frame.) ❖ Paper capacity: ⇒ P.85 “Paper and Other Media Supported by Your Printer” ❖ Dimensions (W × D × H): 540 × 600 × 270 mm (21.3” × 23.7” × 10.7”) ❖ Weight: Approx. 25 kg (55.2 lb) Note ❒ Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Appendix Finisher SR720 ❖ Paper size: A3L, B4 JISL, A4KL, B5 JISKL, A5L, A6L, 11” × 17”L, 81/2” × 14”L, 81/2” × 11”KL, 51/2” × 81/2”L, 71/4” × 101/2”L, 81/4” × 13”L, 81/2” × 13”L, 8” × 13”L ❖ Paper weight: 52 – 157 g/m2 (14 – 42 lb) ❖ Stack capacity: • 1,000 sheets (A4K, 81/2” × 11”K or smaller) (80 g/m2, 20 lb) • 500 sheets (B4 JISL, 81/2” × 14”L or larger) (80 g/m2, 20 lb) ❖ Staple capacity: • 30 sheets (A4K, 81/2” × 11”K or smaller) (80 g/m2, 20 lb) • 20 sheets (B4 JISL, 81/2” × 14”L or larger) (80 g/m2
Specifications ❖ Paper weight: 52 – 157 g/m2 (14 – 42 lb) ❖ Stack capacity: without punch: • 3,000 sheets (A4K, 81/2” × 11”K) (80 g/m2, 20 lb) • 1,500 sheets (A3L, B4 JISL, A4L, B5 JISKL, 11” × 17”L) (80 g/m2, 20 lb) with punch (the optional punch kit is required): • 2,500 sheets (A4K, 81/2” × 11”K) (80 g/m2, 20 lb) • 1,500 sheets (A3L, B4 JISL, A4L, B5 JISKL, 11” × 17”L, 81/2” × 14”L, 81/2” × 11”L) (80 g/m2, 20 lb) Proof Tray: ❖ Paper size: A3L, B4 JISL, A4KL, B5 JISKL, A5L, A6L, 11” × 17”L, 81/2” × 14”L,
Appendix ❖ Staple paper weight: 64 – 80 g/m2 (17 – 20 lb) ❖ Staple position: ⇒ P.151 “Stapling Position and Punch Position” ❖ Power consumption: 48 W (power is supplied from the main frame.) ❖ Dimensions (W × D × H): 625 × 545 × 960 mm (24.7” × 21.5” × 37.8”) ❖ Weight: Approx. 45 kg (99.3 lb) Punch Kit Type 450 Note ❒ Optional unit for the Finisher SR730.
Specifications Mailbox CS360 ❖ Number of trays: 9 bins, 1 Proof Tray ❖ Paper size: Bin 1 to 9: A3L, B4 JISL, A4KL, B5 JISKL, A5L, 11” × 17”L, 81/2” × 14”L, 81/2” × 11”KL, 51/2” × 81/2”L, 71/4” × 101/2”L, 81/4” × 13”L, 81/2” × 13”L, 8” × 13”L Proof Tray: A3L, B4 JISL, A4KL, B5 JISKL, A5L, A6L, 11” × 17”L, 81/2” × 14”L, 81/2” × 11”KL, 51/2” × 81/2”L, 71/4” × 101/2”L, 81/4” × 13”L, 81/2” × 13”L, 8” × 13”L ❖ Paper weight: Bin: 60 to 90 g/m2 (16 to 24 lb) Proof: 52 to 157 g/m2 (14 to 42 lb) ❖ Paper capacity: Bi
INDEX A G adhesive labels, 91 gateway address, 20 guides, 9 B BOOTP Lite, 23 Bridge Unit Type 450, 12 Bridge Unit Type 460, 12 bypass tray, 5 C cable, 154 Caution, ii Config.
N NetBEUI, 31 NetWare, 23, 36 network, 20, 154 network cable connector, 4 Network Setup, 141 NIB Setup Tool, 24, 36 NWSetup, 23 O OHP transparency, 90 On Line indicator, 7, 102 On Line key, 8, 102, 131 Operating Instructions, vi operation panel, 4, 7, 129 options, 11, 149, 156, 157 output tray, 4 P Pages Printed, 149 panel display, 7 paper, 85, 93 paper bank, 4, 12, 16, 157 Paper Input, 134 Paper Output, 134 paper, sizes, types, 85 paper tray, 4 parallel interface connector, 4 Parallel Setup, 141 PCL 5e,
W Warning, ii Windows 3.
