Before using the EPSON AcuLaser Color Copy Station 8600, be
sure to follow the instructions in the following manuals.
EPSON AcuLaser Color Copy Station 8600 Setup Guide
(this manual)
Explains how to assemble the copy station’s components and test
basic copying operation.
EPSON AcuLaser Color Copy Station 8600 Quick Reference
Gives you quick access to information needed for daily copying,
including explanations of control panel functions and touch panel
messages. This guide can be hung on the printer with the hook
provided.
EPSON AcuLaser Color Copy Station 8600 Reference Guide
(supplied on the CD-ROM accompanying the copy station)
Provides you with detailed information on the copy station, from
general maintenance and troubleshooting to technical
specifications.
For information on assembling the printer, the large capacity
paper unit, and the scanner, refer to the Unpacking Sheet and
Setup Guide included with each device.
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Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference.
❏Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the copy
station.
❏Do not block or cover the openings in the printer or the
scanner.
❏Do not insert objects through the slots in the printer or the
scanner.
❏Do not spill liquid on the copy station.
❏Use only the type of power source indicated on the printer
and scanner labels.
❏Connect all equipment to properly grounded power outlets.
Avoid using outlets on the same circuit as photocopiers or air
control systems that regularly switch on and off.
❏Do not use a damaged or frayed power cord.
❏Unless otherwise explained in this guide, do not attempt to
service this product yourself.
❏Unplug the copy station and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following conditions:
Safety Instructions1
If a power cord or plug is damaged; if liquid has entered the
copy station; if any copy station component has been dropped
or the cabinet damaged; or if the copy station does not operate
normally or exhibits a distinct change in performance. Adjust
only those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions.
❏If you plan to use the copy station in Germany, observe the
following:
To provide adequate short-circuit protection and
over-current protection for this product, the building
installation must be protected by a 10 Amp or 16 Amp circuit
breaker.
Note for German-speaking users:
Bei Anschluss des Druckers an die Stromversorgung muss
sichergestellt werden, dass die Gebäudeinstallation mit einer
10 A- oder 16 A-Sicherung abgesichert ist.
❏Place the copy station near a wall outlet where you can easily
unplug the power cords.
Note for French-speaking users:
Placez le copy station près d'une prise de courant où les fiches
peuvent-être débranchées facilement.
2Safety Instructions
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
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Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
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Notes contain important information and useful tips on the operation
of your copy station.
Safety Instructions3
Finding a Place for the Copy Station
Before assembling the copy station, find a place that meets the
following requirements.
❏Leave adequate room for easy operation, maintenance, and
ventilation. The minimum space requirements are shown
below.
596 mm
1348 to 1568 mm
785 to 985 mm*
150 mm
920 mm
620 mm
825 mm
* The cabinet height is adjustable to five positions.
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780 mm
1332 mm (with tray extended)
656 mm (with tray folded)
835 mm
❏Place the copy station on a flat, stable surface.
❏The copy station will operate properly under the following
conditions:
Temperature:10 to 32°C
Humidity:15 to 80%
Caution:
❏Avoid locations that are subject to shock, direct sunlight,
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extreme variation in temperature or humidity, excessive
heat, moisture, or dust.
❏Do not place the copy station in locations where volatile
substances are used or stored.
Checking the Copy Station
Components
The copy station consists of a cabinet and central control panel,
a scanner (EPSON GT-10000+), a printer (EPSON AcuLaser
C8600), and a large capacity paper unit or 500-sheet paper cassette
unit. Make sure you have the boxes for each of the copy station
components listed below.
❏Color laser printer (EPSON AcuLaser C8600)
❏Large capacity paper unit or 500-sheet paper cassette unit
❏Color image scanner (EPSON GT-10000+)
❏Cabinet
❏Copy station accessories
Checking the Copy Station Components5
The copy station accessories box contains the items listed below.
Confirm that none of these items is missing or damaged.
control panelcontrol panel shelf
printer interface board
control panel cablescanner cable
screws for control
panel shelf
(5)
screws with washers for
EPSON Image Express
(2)
caution label
product documentation
EPSON AcuLaser Color Copy Station 8600 Setup Guide (this manual)
EPSON AcuLaser Color Copy Station 8600 Quick Reference
EPSON AcuLaser Color Copy Station 8600 Online Guide CD-ROM
scanner interface board
screw for printer
interface board
(1)
program ROM module
rubber feet
(2 types × 2)
6Checking the Copy Station Components
Setting Up the Cabinet
Make sure the cabinet box contains all of the parts listed below.
Then follow the steps in this section to assemble the cabinet and
to install the control panel.
left frame
caster fixer joint A
cable clips (8)
Large fasteners (3)*Small fasteners (1)*
front panel
top panelright support left support
stoppers (2)
right frame
joint B
Miscellaneous
M8 × 35 bolts (8)
M6 × 12 screws (4)
M4 × 10 screws (29)
flat washers (8)
spring washers (8)
spanner
lock pins (2)*
* Not for use with this model.
panel cover
Setting Up the Cabinet7
Assembling the Cabinet
Caution:
The cabinet is bulky and requires two people for assembly or
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handling.
1.Place flat washers and spring washers onto four M8 × 35 bolts
as shown below. Align the positioning marks on the right
support and the right frame, then fasten the support to the
frame with the bolts.
right support
M8 × 35 bolt
spring washer
positioning
marks
right frame
flat washer
2.Assemble the left support and left frame as explained in
step 1.
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3.Use M4 × 10 screws to fasten joint A and the front panel to the
frame in the order shown below. Fasten the joint only loosely
in this step. It is to be fastened securely later in the assembly
procedure.
➂
➀
➂
➁
joint A
front panel
4.Fasten the caster fixer and the stoppers to the bottom of the
frame with four M4 × 10 screws.
caster fixer
stopper
Setting Up the Cabinet9
5.Fasten the top panel onto the frame with seven M4 × 10
screws.
top panel
6.Fasten joint B to the frame with eight M4 × 10 screws. Then
securely fasten joint A, which was installed in step 3.
A
A
A
A
joint B
10Setting Up the Cabinet
1
2
3
4
5
985 mm
The stand height is adjustable
to five positions. When the
stand is in position 3, 4, or 5,
use holes A to fasten joint B.
7.Attach cable clips to the cabinet as needed. Holes are provided
for this purpose in various positions around the cabinet.
Warning:
Do not climb onto the cabinet. Doing so may result in injury,
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or may damage the cabinet.
Caution:
This cabinet is designed for use exclusively with the EPSON
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AcuLaser Color Copy Station 8600, EPSON AcuLaser
C8600/EPSON GT-10000+ copy system. Do not use it with any
other devices.
Installing the Control Panel
Follow the instructions below to install the control panel. As the
surface of the panel is easily damaged, prepare a soft cloth on
which to lay the panel during the installation procedure.
Note:
The control panel can be used independently from the cabinet. If you do
not plan to install the panel in the cabinet, attach the rubber feet to the
the bottom of the control panel as shown, then follow the instructions
below to connect the cable and to attach the panel cover.
Setting Up the Cabinet11
1.Plug the shielded control panel cable into the control panel’s
interface connector, located on the bottom of the control
panel.
control panel cable
interface connector
Note:
As the interface connector head is covered, disconnect the cable by
pressing the spring on the side of the control panel.
2.If you plan to attach the control panel to the cabinet, fasten
the control panel shelf onto the bottom of the control panel
using the screws included with the copy station accessories.
control panel shelf
12Setting Up the Cabinet
control panel
3.Insert the control panel shelf straight into the opening on the
front of the cabinet’s top panel.
Note:
If you do not plan to attach the control panel to the cabinet, attach
the panel cover included in the cabinet box to the opening on the
cabinet’s top panel.
4.Secure the control panel shelf with the screws included with
the cabinet.
Setting Up the Cabinet13
Setting Up the Scanner
Lock
To prepare the scanner for use with the copy station, you need to
install the scanner interface board and place the scanner onto the
cabinet, as explained below.
1.Unpack and set up the scanner as explained in the scanner’s
Setup Guide.
2.Turn the transportation lock to the unlocked position using a
coin or small disc as shown below.
Unlock
3.Use a cross-head screwdriver to remove the two screws
securing the shield plate to the optional interface slot; then
remove the plate.
Note:
Keep the screws and the shield plate in a safe place. You will need to
reattach the plate if you remove the interface board later.
14Setting Up the Scanner
Caution:
Static electricity can damage electronic components.
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Discharge static electricity by touching the metal frame of
your scanner before handling the interface board.
4.Insert the interface board along the side guide rails into the
expansion slot in the optional interface slot.
5.Secure the board with the retaining screws.
Setting Up the Scanner15
6.Place the scanner onto the cabinet in the direction shown
below.
Setting Up the Printer
To prepare the printer for use with the copy station, you need to
install the printer interface board, ROM module, and large
capacity paper unit or 500-sheet paper cassette unit, then place
the printer into the cabinet. Follow the steps in this section.
Warning:
Be careful when working inside the printer as some components
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are sharp and may cause injury.
Caution:
Before you install the modules, be sure to discharge any static
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electricity by touching a grounded piece of metal. Otherwise, you
may damage static-sensitive components.
16Setting Up the Printer
1.Unpack the printer as explained in the printer’s Unpacking
Sheet, then follow the instructions in the printer’s Setup Guide
to carry out the following procedures.
❏Installing the face-up tray
❏Installing the toner cartridges
❏Installing the photoconductor unit
2.Make sure that the printer is not plugged in.
3.Remove the two screws securing the shield plate on the rear
of the printer; then remove the plate.
Note:
❏You will need the screws to secure the printer interface board
later in this procedure.
❏Keep the shield plate in a safe place. You will need to reattach it
if you remove the interface board later.
Setting Up the Printer17
4.Open the printer cover and pull out the paper path unit at
least 10 cm (4 inches).
5.Remove the screws on the right cover.
18Setting Up the Printer
6.Slide the right cover backward and remove it as shown below.
7.Identify the socket for the printer interface board.
printer interface
board socket
Caution:
You should not remove any modules from the circuit board.
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Otherwise, the printer will not work.
Setting Up the Printer19
8.Insert the interface connectors through the slot at the back of
the printer, then press the interface board firmly onto the
socket.
Caution:
Do not touch the surface of the printer interface board. Be
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sure to hold it at the edges.
9.Secure the interface board with the screw included with the
copy station accessories.
Note:
Use a magnetic cross-head screwdriver to prevent the screw from
dropping inside the printer.
20Setting Up the Printer
10. Secure the printer interface board with the two screws which
you removed from the shield plate in step 3.
11. Identify the slots for the ROM module.
ROM module slot A
Setting Up the Printer21
12. Insert the module all the way into slot A as shown below.
13. Make sure the tab on the left of the slot shown below will stick
out when the module is inserted correctly.
Caution:
❏Do not force the ROM module into the slot.
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❏Be sure to insert the module facing the correct way.
22Setting Up the Printer
14. To reattach the right cover, align the bottom of the cover with
the right side of the printer, then fit the pins on the top of the
cover onto the holes on the printer.
15. Secure the right cover with the screws, then close the front
cover and push the paper path unit back into the printer.
16. Install the large capacity paper unit or 500-sheet paper
cassette unit as explained in the printer’s manual.
Setting Up the Printer23
17. Roll the large capacity paper unit or 500-sheet paper cassette
unit and the printer into the cabinet.
18. Lock all casters on the bottom of the large capacity paper unit
or 500-sheet paper cassette unit.
Warning:
Make sure the casters are securely locked. Otherwise, the
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printer may move and cause an accident.
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Setting Up the Copy Station
int
Once you have added each device to the cabinet, you are ready to
set up the copy station. This process involves connecting the
interface cables and power cords. Follow the steps in this section.
Connecting Interface Cables
The copy station devices are connected as shown below.
er
pr
scanner
control panel
control panel cablescanner cable
Follow the steps in this section to connect the interface cables.
1.Make sure the printer and scanner are not plugged in.
Setting Up the Copy Station25
2.Plug the control panel cable into the printer’s serial interface
connector. Make sure the locks on both sides of the connector
snap into place.
3.Plug the scanner cable into the scanner’s interface connector.
26Setting Up the Copy Station
4.Plug the other end of the cable into the connector on the
printer.
Plugging in the Printer and Scanner
The printer and scanner power is supplied through separate
p ow er c or ds . Ta k e n ot e of th e Wa rn i ng s a n d C au t io ns b el ow , th en
follow the steps in this section to plug in the printer and the
scanner.
Warning:
❏Use only the power cords that come with the printer and
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scanner. Using other power cords could result in fire or
electric shock.
❏Do not use multi-plug adapters or extension cords, or
auxiliary power from a computer. Using such power sources
could result in fire or electric shock.
❏Do not allow dust to build up on the plug or the outlet. Doing
so in a damp environment could result in fire or electric shock.
❏Never touch a power plug with wet hands. Doing so could
result in electric shock.
Setting Up the Copy Station27
Caution:
❏Do not unplug a device when its power is on.
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❏When unplugging a power cord, grasp it by the plug—not
the cord.
Plugging in the printer
1.Check the label on the printer to make sure that the voltage
required by the printer matches that of the electrical outlet it
will be plugged into. Also, make sure that you have the correct
power cord for your power source.
2.Make sure that the printer is turned off. It is off when the
(N) side of the power switch on the left side of the printer is
pushed in.
3.Connect the power cord to the AC inlet on the left side of the
printer.
4.Plug the other end into a properly grounded electrical outlet.
28Setting Up the Copy Station
Plugging in the scanner
1.Check the label on the back of the scanner to make sure
that the voltage required by the scanner matches that of the
electrical outlet it will be plugged into. Also, make sure that
you have the correct power cord for your power source.
2.Make sure the scanner is turned off. The power is off when
the P OPERATE button is raised.
3.Connect the power cord to the AC inlet on the back of the
scanner, and plug the other end into a properly-grounded
electrical outlet.
Setting Up the Copy Station29
Testing the Copy Station
You can check the operation of the copy station by making a few
test copies. You will need to prepare a document to copy and a
stac k of paper that is th e same size as your d ocument, then follo w
the steps in this section to make your copies.
Getting Ready to Copy
To prepare to make your first copies, you need to load a stack of
paper into the printer, turn the printer and scanner on, and select
the paper source from the copy station’s control panel. Follow
these steps.
1.Pull the paper cassette out until it stops.
30Testing the Copy Station
2.Press down on the metal plate in the cassette until it clicks into
place.
3.Press on the side and back paper guides, then slide them
outward until they are wide open enough to accommodate
the size of paper you want to load.
Testing the Copy Station31
4.Fan a stack of plain paper and insert it into the cassette. Make
sure that all the paper is under the retaining clip on the right
side of the cassette.
Note:
Use papers with no creases or wrinkles.
5.Slide the paper guides until they just touch the edges of the
paper.
32Testing the Copy Station
Note:
Make sure you adjust the side paper guide to the correct position,
because the copy station automatically senses the size of paper loaded
in the cassette from the position of this paper guide.
If the paper guide
is not correctly aligned with the paper size indication (for example,
A4 or LT), the correct paper size will not be displayed on the control
panel and copying will be impossible.
6.Push the paper cassette all the way into the printer.
7.Turn on the scanner by pressing the P OPERATE button.
Note:
Always turn on the scanner before the printer.
8.Turn on the printer by pressing the (|) side of its power
switch.
The copy station checks the connections of the scanner and
the printer.
Caution:
Do not turn off the power while the copy station is checking
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the scanner and printer connections, or while copying.
When the following screen appears, the copy station is ready
for copying.
Ready to Copy
A4
Plain
LC1
Copy
Type: Magazine
DarkerLighter
Paper
1-Sided 1-Sided
ReduceEnlarge
AdjustAdvanced
Testing the Copy Station33
Copying
Once you have loaded paper and turned on the copy station, you
are ready to make test copies. Follow these steps.
1.Make sure the scanner’s READY light is on.
2.Open the document cover.
3.Place your document on the document table, with the side to
be scanned facing down. Make sure that the document is
carefully aligned.
corner of the
document
Use the document guide strip to align the horizontal edge of
the document.
34Testing the Copy Station
Note:
An area 2 ± 1.5 mm in from both horizontal and vertical rulers will
not be scanned.
2 ± 1.5 mm
2 ± 1.5 mm
Document
4.Close the document cover gently so that the document does
not move.
Note:
Make sure the document is flat against the glass surface, otherwise
the image will appear fuzzy and out of focus. Also be sure to close
the document cover to prevent interference from external light.
5.Press the Paper button on the touch screen.
Ready to Copy
A4
Plain
LC1
Copy
Type: Magazine
DarkerLighter
Paper
1-Sided 1-Sided
ReduceEnlarge
AdjustAdvanced
Testing the Copy Station35
6.Select the paper size and orientation that matches the size of
the document and the direction in which it is placed on the
document table.
Select Output Paper
A4
Magazine
Lower CassetteMP Tray
1
A4
2
B5
3
A3
Plain
A4
B5
Current
A3W
Plain paper
Change
Cancel
7.Press the x start button on the copy station’s control panel.
The document is scanned and then printed.
start button
If the copy station does not work, or if the copy results are not
what you expected, check the connections between all devices,
and make sure the surface of the document table is clean and clear
of foreign objects. For more solutions to problems you may
encounter, see “Problem Solver” in the online Reference Guide.
36Testing the Copy Station
Selecting a Language
The default language for the LCD touch screen is English.
However, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, and
Chinese are also available. If you want to change the language,
follow the steps below.
1.Press the Admin button on the control panel.
Admin button
2.Press the Admin. Set button on the touch screen.
Status Display
[
Main Unit
Model
Status
Version
Panel Version
Language
]
: AL-CCS 8600
: Idle
: 01.00
: 01.00
: English
1 / 5
Print
ExitAdmin. Set
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3.Enter the administrator password when the following screen
appears
Enter Password
Password
Key pad entry
O K
Note:
❏The default password setting is “9999”.
❏For more information on administrator password, see “Making
Administrator Mode Settings” in Reference Guide.
❏We recommend that you change the administrator password
from the default setting.
4.The following screen appears. Press the >> button until the
Select Language button appears.
Select Administrator Items
Key Tone
Object Sensor
38Selecting a Language
Auto Feed
OFFON
Password
OFFON
1 / 3
OFFON
OFFON
CancelOK
5.Press the Select Language button.
Select Administrator Items
Select Language
Counter
3 / 3
CancelOK
6.Choose a language and press the Exit button.
Select Language
English
German
French
Italian
Spanish
Portuguese
Chinese
EXIT
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Using Online Reference Guide
System Requirements
Your system must meet the following requirements for you to use
the online Reference Guide.
For Windows
Systems:Microsoft
Microsoft
CPU:i486/25 MHz (for Windows 95, NT 4.0)
(Pentium or better recommended)
i486/66 MHz (for Windows 98)
(Pentium or better recommended)
Pentium 133 MHz (for Windows 2000)
Pentium 150 MHz (for Windows Me)
Memory:16 MB RAM for Windows 98/95/NT 4.0
(32 MB RAM or more recommended)
32 MB RAM for Windows Me and 2000
Hard disk space:3 MB to install the Reference Guide
CD-ROM drive:Double-speed
(Quad-speed or faster recommended)
®
Windows® Me/98/95/2000
®
Windows NT® 4.0
40Using Online Reference Guide
Display:640 × 480 pixel or 800 × 600 pixel resolution,
with High Color (16 bit) or True Color (32 bit)
setting
Browser:Web browser
Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 or later
recommended
For Macintosh
System:System 7.5.1
(System 7.6 or later recommended)
Memory:16 MB (32 MB or more recommended)
Hard disk space:5 MB to install the Reference Guide
CD-ROM drive:Double-speed
(quad-speed or faster recommended)
Display:Color monitor with 640 × 480 pixel resolution
or greater
(Thousands of colors recommended)
BrowserWeb browser
(Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 or later
recommended)
Using Online Reference Guide41
Viewing online Reference Guide
The online Reference Guide allows you to learn more about your
copy station. It includes detailed information on making the copy
station, from general maintenance and troubleshooting to
technical specifications. You can view this guide directly from the
CD-ROM, or install it on your computer and view it from your
hard disk.
Note:
Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 or later, or Netscape Navigator 4.0 or
later, must be installed in your computer to read the online guide.
For Windows
1.Insert the Online Guide CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. The
dialog box appears. If it does not, double-click the My Computer icon. Click the CD-ROM icon, then select Open
from the File menu. Then open the MANUAL folder, then
double-click Manual.exe.
2.To open the Reference Guide, click the View Reference Guide button.
To install the Reference Guide on your hard disk, click Install
Reference Guide and follow the on-screen instructions. When the
installation is complete, the CCS8600 Guide icon appears in the
EPSON folder. Double click the icon to open the guide.
Note:
If your hard disk does not have enough space to install the Reference
Guide, view it directly from the CD-ROM.
42Using Online Reference Guide
For Macintosh
1.Insert the Online Guide CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.
2.Double-click the Online Guide folder in the EPSON window.
3.Double-click EPSON AcuLaser Color Copy Station 8600 in
the EPSON window. The dialog box appears.
4.To open the Reference Guide, click the View Reference Guide button.
To install the Reference Guide on your hard disk, click the Install
Reference Guide button and follow the on-screen instructions.
When the installation is complete, the View Reference Guide icon
appears in the EPSON folder. Double-click the icon to open the
guide.
Note:
If your hard disk does not have enough space to install the Reference
Guide, view it directly from the CD-ROM.
Using Online Reference Guide43
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Phone: (562) 981-3840
Fax: (562) 290-5220