Epson C3900N User Guide

User’s Guide

NPD4278-02 EN

AcuLaser C3900 Series User’s Guide

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12.212 and 48 C.F.R. 227.7202-1 through 227.7202-4, all U.S. Government End Users acquire the Software with only those rights set forth herein.

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About Adobe Color Profile

ADOBE SYSTEMS INCORPORATED COLOR PROFILE LICENSE AGREEMENT

NOTICE TO USER: PLEASE READ THIS CONTRACT CAREFULLY. BY USING ALL OR ANY PORTION OF THE SOFTWARE YOU ACCEPT ALL THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS SOFTWARE YOU ACCEPT ALL THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS AGREEMENT. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT, DO NOT USE THE SOFTWARE.

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2. LICENSE Subject to the terms of this Agreement, Adobe hereby grants you the worldwide, non-exclusive, nontransferable, royalty-free license to use, reproduce and publicly display the Software. Adobe also grants you the rights to distribute the Software only (a) as embedded within digital image files and (b) on a standalone basis. No other distribution of the Software is allowed; including, without limitation, distribution of the Software when incorporated into or bundled with any application software. All individual profiles must be referenced by their ICC Profile description string. You may not modify the Software. Adobe is under no obligation to provide any support under this Agreement, including upgrades or future versions of the Software or other items. No title to the intellectual property in the Software is transferred to you under the terms of this Agreement. You do not acquire any rights to the Software except as expressly set forth in this Agreement.

3. DISTRIBUTION If you choose to distribute the Software, you do so with the understanding that you agree to defend, indemnify and hold harmless Adobe against any losses, damages or costs arising from any claims, lawsuits or other legal actions arising out of such distribution, including without limitation, your failure to comply with this Section 3. If you distribute the Software on a standalone basis, you will do so under the terms of this Agreement or your own license agreement which (a) complies with the terms and conditions of this Agreement; (b) effectively disclaims all warranties and conditions, express or implied, on behalf of Adobe; (c) effectively excludes all liability for damages on behalf of Adobe; (d) states that any provisions that differ from this Agreement are offered by you alone and not Adobe and (e) states that the Software is available from you or Adobe and informs licensees how to obtain it in a reasonable manner on or through a medium customarily used for software exchange. Any distributed Software will include the Adobe copyright notices as included in the Software provided to you by Adobe.

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5. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY IN NO EVENT WILL ADOBE OR ITS SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE TO YOU FOR ANY DAMAGES, CLAIMS OR COSTS WHATSOEVER OR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, OR ANY LOST PROFITS OR LOST SAVINGS, EVEN IF AN ADOBE REPRESENTATIVE HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH LOSS, DAMAGES, CLAIMS OR COSTS OR FOR ANY CLAIM BY ANY THIRD PARTY. THE FOREGOING LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS APPLY TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW IN YOUR JURISDICTION. ADOBE’S AGGREGATE LIABILITY AND THAT OF ITS SUPPLIERS UNDER OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS AGREEMENT SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE AMOUNT PAID FOR THE SOFTWARE. Nothing contained in this Agreement limits Adobe’s liability to you in the event of death or personal injury resulting from Adobe’s negligence or for the tort of deceit (fraud). Adobe is acting on behalf of its suppliers for the purpose of disclaiming, excluding and/or limiting obligations, warranties and liability as provided in this Agreement, but in no other respects and for no other purpose.

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ICC Profile for TOYO INK Standard Color on Coated paper (TOYO Offset Coated 3.0)

This ICC Profile (TOYO Offset Coated 3.0) characterizes Japanese offset press on Coated paper and is fully compatible with ICC profile format.

About “TOYO INK Standard Color on Coated paper”

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This is the standard for color reproduction of sheet-fed offset press on Coated paper made by TOYO INK MFG.CO., LTD. (“TOYO INK”). This standard is made from printing test with using TOYO INK’s sheet-fed offset printing inks and TOYO INK’s own printing conditions. “TOYO INK Standard Color on Coated paper” is compatible with “JAPAN COLOR”.

Agreement

1. The reproduction of images on a printed material or a monitor using this ICC Profile do not always match the TOYO INK Standard Color on Coated paper.

2. In no event will TOYO INK, its directors, officers, employees or agents be liable to you for any damages whether direct or indirect or, consequential or incidental (including damages for loss of business profits, business interruption, loss of business information, and the like) arising out of the use or inability to use this ICC Profile.

3. Any and all copyrights of this ICC Profile shall remain in TOYO INK; therefore you shall not transfer, provide, rent, distribute, disclose, or grant any rights in this ICC Profile to any third party without the prior written consent of TOYO INK.

4. TOYO INK shall not be responsible for answering any questions related to this ICC Profile.

5. All company names and product names used in this document are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holder.

6. This ICC Profile is made by X-Rite ProfileMaker and granted TOYO INK certain license to distribute by X-Rite, Inc..

TOYO Offset Coated 3.0 © TOYO INK MFG. CO., LTD. 2010

DIC STANDARD COLOR PROFILE LICENSE AGREEMENT

IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THIS STANDARD COLOR PROFILE LICENSE AGREEMENT (“LICENSE AGREEMENT”) CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE DIC STANDARD COLOR PROFILE, INCLUDING THE DIC STANDARD SFC_AM2.0, DIC STANDARD SFM_AM2.0, DIC STANDARD SFU_AM2.0, DIC STANDARD SFC_FM2.0, DIC WAKIMIZU SFC_AM2.0, DIC WAKIMIZU SFC_FM2.0, DIC ABILIO SFC_AM1.0, DIC HY-BRYTE SFC_AM1.0, DIC STANDARD WEBC_AM2.1, DIC STANDARD WEBC_FM2.1, DIC NEWSCOLOR_AM1.0, DIC NEWSCOLOR_FM1.0, PROVIDED BY DIC HEREWITH, AND ANY CORRESPONDIMG ONLINE OR ELECTRONC DOCUMENTATION AND ALL UPDATES OR UPGRADES OF THE ABOVE THAT ARE PROVIDED TO YOU (COLLECTIVELY, THE “PROFILE”).

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THIS LICENSE AGREEMENT IS A LEGAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN YOU (EITHER AN INDIVIDUAL OR, IF ACQUIRED BY OR FOR AN ENTITY, AN ENTITY) AND DIC CORPORATION, A JAPANESE COMPANY (“DIC”). THIS LICENSE AGREEMENT PROVIDES A LICENSE TO USE THE PROFILE AND CONTAINS WARRANTY INFORMATION AND LIABILITY DISCLAIMERS. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO BE BOUND BY ALL OF THESE TERMS, YOU MAY NOT USE THE PROFILE.

1. License Grant DIC grants you a gratis non-exclusive and non-transferable license to use the Profile and to allow your employees and authorized agents, if any, to use the Profile, solely in connection with their work for you, subject to all of the limitations and restrictions in this License Agreement.

2. Ownership The foregoing license gives you limited license to use the Profile. You will own the rights in the media containing the recorded Profile, but DIC retains all right, title and interest, including all copyright and intellectual property rights, in and to, the Profile and all copies thereof. All rights not specifically granted in this License Agreement, including all copyrights, are reserved by DIC.

3. Term a. This License Agreement is effective until terminated. b. You may terminate this License Agreement by notifying DIC in writing of your intention to terminate this License Agreement and by destroying, all copies of the Profile in your possession or control. c. DIC may terminate this License Agreement without prior notice to you if you fail to comply with any of the terms and conditions of this License Agreement (either directly or through your employees or agents), retroactive to the time of such failure to comply. In such event, you must immediately stop using the Profile and destroy all copies of the Profile in your possession or control. d. All provisions in this License Agreement relating to warranty disclaimers (Section 5) and the limitation of liability (Section 6) shall survive any termination of this License Agreement.

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4. License Method and Restrictions a. You may install and use the Profile on a single desktop computer; provided, however, that, notwithstanding anything contrary contained herein, you may not use the Profile on any network system or share, install or use the Profile concurrently on different computers, or electronically transfer the Profile from one computer to another or over a network. b. You may not make or distribute copies, fix, alter, merge, modify, adapt, sublicense, transfer, sell, rent, lease, gift or distribute all or a portion of the Profile, or modify the Profile or create derivative works based upon the Profile. c. You acknowledge that the Profile is not intended for any usage which may cause death or physical injury or environmental damage and agree not to use the Profile for such usage. d. You shall not use the Profile to develop any software or other technology having the same primary function as the Profile, including but not limited to using the Profile in any development or test procedure that seeks to develop like software or other technology, or to determine if such software or other technology performs in a similar manner as the Profile. e. DIC and other trademarks contained in the Profile are trademarks or registered trademarks of DIC in Japan and/or other countries. You may not remove or alter any trademark, trade names, product names, logo, copyright or other proprietary notices, legends, symbols or labels in the Profile. This License Agreement does not authorize you to use DIC’s or its licensors’ names or any of their respective trademarks.

5. WARRANTY DISCLAIMER a. THE PROFILE IS PROVIDED TO YOU FREE OF CHARGE, AND ON AN “AS-IS” BASIS, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS AND COONDITIONS OF THIS LICENSE AGREEMENT. DIC PROVIDES NO TECHNICAL SUPPORT, WARRANTIES OR REMEDIES FOR THE PROFILE. b. DIC DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES AND REPRESENTATIONS, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, TITLE AND QUIET ENJOYMENT. YOU SHALL ASSUME AND BE FULLY LIABLE AND RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL RISKS IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR USE OF THE PROFILE. DIC DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE PROFILE IS FREE OF DEFECTS OR FLAWS OR WILL OPERATE WITHOUT INTERRUPTION, AND IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FORCORRECTING OR REPAIRING ANY DEFECTS OR FLAWS, FOR FEE OR GRATIS. NO RIGHTS OR REMEDIES WILL BE CONFERRED ON YOU UNLESS EXPRESSLY GRANTED HEREIN.

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6. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY DIC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, PUNITIVE, COVER OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, DAMAGES FOR THE INABILITY TO USE EQUIPMENT OR ACCESS DATA, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF PROFITS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION OR THE LIKE), ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE, THE PROFILE AND BASED ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY INCLUDING BREACH OF CONTRACT, BREACH OF WARRANTY, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), PRODUCT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE, EVEN IF DIC OR ITS REPRESENTATIVES HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. THE FOREGOING LIMITATIONS ON LIABILITY SHALL APPLY TO ALL ASPECTS OF THIS LICENSE AGREEMENT.

7. General a. This License Agreement shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of Japan, without giving effect to principles of conflict of laws. If any provision of this License Agreement shall be held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be contrary to law, that provision will be enforced to the maximum extent permissible, and the remaining provisions of this License Agreement will remain in full force and effect. You hereby consent to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of Tokyo District Court to resolve any disputes arising under this License Agreement. b. This License Agreement contains the complete agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof, and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous agreements or understandings, whether oral or written. You agree that any varying or additional terms contained in any written notification or document issued by you in relation to the Profile licensed hereunder shall be of no effect. c. The failure or delay of DIC to exercise any of its rights under this License Agreement or upon any breach of this License Agreement shall not be deemed a waiver of those rights or of the breach.

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Software License Agreement.............................................................. 2

About Adobe Color Profile............................................................... 4

ICC Profile for TOYO INK Standard Color on Coated paper (TOYO Offset Coated 3.0)............ 6

DIC STANDARD COLOR PROFILE LICENSE AGREEMENT................................. 7

Chapter 1 Introduction

Getting Acquainted with Your Printer..................................................... 15

Space Requirements................................................................ 15

Printer Parts...................................................................... 16

Software Disc.......................................................................... 17

PostScript Drivers/PCL Drivers....................................................... 17

PPD Files......................................................................... 18

Documentation.................................................................... 18

System Requirements................................................................... 18

Chapter 2 Using the Printer Driver

Selecting Driver Options/Defaults (for Windows)............................................ 20

Uninstalling the Printer Driver (for Windows).............................................. 21

Using the PostScript and PCL Printer Driver................................................ 21

Common Buttons.................................................................. 21

Advanced Tab (PostScript Printer Driver Only)......................................... 23

My Tab........................................................................... 24

Basic Tab......................................................................... 24

Layout Tab........................................................................ 25

Cover Page Tab.................................................................... 25

Watermark/Overlay Tab............................................................ 26

Quality Tab....................................................................... 26

Other Tab........................................................................ 27

Limitations on printer driver functions installed with Point and Print....................... 27

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Chapter 3 Printer Control Panel and Configuration Menu

About the Control Panel................................................................. 29

Control Panel Indicators and Keys.................................................... 29

Message Window.................................................................. 30

Help Screens...................................................................... 31

Configuration Menu Overview........................................................... 31

PROOF/PRINT MENU............................................................. 31

Entering the Password. . . . . . . ....................................................... 32

PRINT MENU..................................................................... 32

PAPER MENU.................................................................... 33

QUALITY MENU.................................................................. 36

MEMORY DIRECT................................................................ 41

INTERFACE MENU............................................................... 43

SYS DEFAULT MENU............................................................. 46

MAINTENANCE MENU........................................................... 51

Chapter 4 Memory Direct

Memory Direct........................................................................ 56

Printing From a Connected USB Memory Device........................................ 56

Chapter 5 Media Handling

Print Media........................................................................... 58

Specifications...................................................................... 58

Media Types...................................................................... 60

Printable Area..................................................................... 68

Loading Media ........................................................................ 70

Tray 1 (Manual Feed Tray).......................................................... 70

Tray 2............................................................................ 73

500-Sheet Paper Cassette Unit (Tray 3)................................................ 75

Duplexing (Epson AcuLaser C3900DN only)............................................... 78

Output Tray........................................................................... 79

Media Storage......................................................................... 80

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Chapter 6 Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Parts

About Toner Cartridges................................................................. 81

Replacing a Toner Cartridge............................................................. 83

Replacing a Photoconductor Unit......................................................... 87

Replacing the Waste Toner Bottle (0595)................................................... 93

Replacing the Backup Battery. . ........................................................... 96

Replacing the Fuser Unit (3041/3042). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

Chapter 7 Maintaining the Printer

Maintaining the Printer................................................................ 103

Cleaning the Printer................................................................... 105

Exterior......................................................................... 105

Media Rollers.................................................................... 105

Cleaning the Laser Lens............................................................ 109

Chapter 8 Troubleshooting

Printing a Configuration Page........................................................... 115

Preventing Media Misfeeds............................................................. 115

Clearing Media Misfeeds ............................................................... 116

Media Misfeed Messages and Clearing Procedures...................................... 116

Solving Problems with Media Misfeeds................................................... 130

Solving Other Problems................................................................ 132

Solving Problems with Printing Quality................................................... 136

Status, Error, and Service Messages....................................................... 140

Standard Status Messages........................................................... 140

Error Messages (Warning).......................................................... 141

Error Messages (Operator Call)...................................................... 142

Service Messages.................................................................. 145

Chapter 9 Installing Accessories

Introduction.......................................................................... 146

Antistatic Protection................................................................... 146

Dual In-Line Memory Module (DIMM)................................................... 147

Installing a DIMM................................................................ 147

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Hard Disk Drive (C12C824511). . ....................................................... 149

Installing the Hard Disk Drive...................................................... 149

500-Sheet Paper Cassette Unit (C12C802651). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151

Installing a 500-Sheet Paper Cassette Unit............................................. 151

Appendix A Appendix

Technical Specifications................................................................ 154

Printer.......................................................................... 154

Index

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Chapter 1

Introduction

Getting Acquainted with Your Printer

Space Requirements

To ensure easy operation, consumable replacement and maintenance, adhere to the recommended

space requirements detailed below.

Front View

873 mm

Side View

200 mm

486 mm

342 mm

140 mm

346 mm

444 mm

1062 mm

531 mm

229 mm

189 mm

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Printer Parts

Front View

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1. Control panel

2. Output tray

3. Paper stopper

4. Tray 1 (Manual feed tray)

5. Tray 2

6. Eject cover

7. Fuser unit

8. Right side cover

9. Transfer roller

10. Transfer belt unit

11. Photoconductor unit(s)

12. Front cover

13. Waste toner bottle

14. Toner cartridge(s)

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Rear View

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1. USB memory port

2. Power switch

3. Power connection

4. USB port

5. 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T Ethernet Interface port

6. Ventilation grilles

Software Disc

PostScript Drivers/PCL Drivers

Operating System Use/Benefit

Windows 7/Vista/Server 2008/XP/Server 2003/ 2000

Windows 7/Vista/Server 2008/XP/Server 2003 for 64bit

Note:

A specific PPD file has been prepared for applications (such as PageMaker and Corel Draw) that require

that a PPD file be specified when printing.

When specifying a PPD file while printing on Windows 7, Vista, Server 2008, XP, Server 2003 and 2000,

use the specific PPD file provided on the Software Disc.

These drivers give you access to all of the printer features, including finishing and advanced layout. See also “Using the PostScript and PCL Printer Driver” on page 21.

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PPD Files

Operating System Use/Benefit

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Macintosh OS X (10.3.9/10.4/10.5/10.6) Macintosh OS X Server (10.3.9/10.4/10.5/10.6)

RedHat Enterprise Linux 5 Desktop SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10

Documentation

Documentation Use/Benefit

Setup Guide This manual provides details on the initial operations that must be

User’s Guide (this manual) This manual provides details on general daily operations, such as using

Reference Guide This manual provides details on installing the Linux drivers and on

These files are required in order to use the printer driver for each operating system. For details of the Linux printer drivers, refer to the Reference Guide.

performed in order to use this printer, such as setting up the printer and installing the drivers.

the drivers and control panel and replacing consumables.

specifying settings for the network, and the printer management utility.

System Requirements

❏ Personal computer

❏ Pentium 2: 400 MHz (Pentium 3: 500 MHz or higher is recommended)

❏ PowerPC G3 or later (G4 or later is recommended)

❏ Macintosh equipped with an Intel processor

❏ Operating System

❏ Microsoft Windows

Windows 7 Home Basic/Home Premium/Professional/Ultimate Edition

Windows Vista Home Basic/Home Premium/Ultimate/Business/Enterprise Edition

Home Basic/Home Premium/Ultimate/Business/Enterprise x64 Edition

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Windows XP Home/Professional (Service Pack 2 or later) Edition

Professional x64 Edition

Windows 2000 (Service Pack 4 or later)

Windows Server 2008 R2 Standard/Enterprise Edition

Windows Server 2008 Standard/Enterprise Edition

Standard/Enterprise x64 Edition

Windows Server 2003 R2 Standard/Enterprise Edition

Standard/Enterprise x64 Edition

Windows Server 2003 Standard/Enterprise Edition

Standard/Enterprise x64 Edition

❏ Mac OS X (10.3.9 or later; We recommend installing the newest patch), Mac OS X Server

(10.3.9 or later)

❏ RedHat Enterprise Linux 5 Desktop, SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10

❏ Free hard disk space

❏ Approximately 20 MB of free hard disk space for printer driver

❏ Approximately 128 MB of free hard disk space for image processing

❏ RAM

Capacity recommended for the operating system

❏ CD/DVD-ROM drive

❏ I/O interface

❏ 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T Ethernet interface port

❏ USB 2.0 High-Speed compliant port

Note:

For details of the Linux printer driver, refer to the Reference Guide.

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Chapter 2

Using the Printer Driver

Selecting Driver Options/Defaults (for Windows)

Before you start working with your printer, you are advised to verify/change the default driver

settings. Also, in case you have options installed, you should “declare” the options in the driver.

1. Choose the driver’s properties.

2. If you have installed options, proceed with the next step. Otherwise, skip to step 9.

3. Select the Configure tab.

4. Check that the installed options are correctly listed. If not, proceed with the next step. Otherwise, continue with step 8.

5. Click the Refresh to automatically configure installed options.

Note:

The Refresh is available only if bi-directional communication is available with the printer; otherwise it is grayed out. If Windows Vista or Server 2008 is being used, Refresh can also be clicked when the machine is connected via USB.

6. From the Device Options list, select an option, one at a time, and then select Enable or Disable from the Settings menu.

Note:

❏ For models with a embedded duplex unit (Epson AcuLaser C3900DN), select EPSON AL-C3900

for Model in the Device Options list.

❏ If Printer Memory is selected, select 256MB or 768MB according to the installed memory. The

factory default setting is 256MB.

❏ This printer does not support CompactFlash cards.

7. Click Apply.

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Note:

Depending on the version of the operating system, Apply may not appear. If this is the case, continue with the next step.

8. Select the General tab.

9. Click Printing Preferences. Printing Preferences dialog box appears.

10. Select the default settings for your printer, such as the default media format you use, in the appropriate tabs.

11. Click Apply.

12. Click OK to exit from the Printing Preferences dialog box.

13. Click OK to exit from the Properties dialog box.

Uninstalling the Printer Driver (for Windows)

1. Close all applications.

2. Choose the uninstall program.

3. When the Uninstall dialog box appears, select the printer to be deleted, and then click Uninstall button.

4. Click Uninstall.

5. Click OK, and restart your computer.

6. The printer driver will be uninstalled from your computer.

Using the PostScript and PCL Printer Driver

Common Buttons

The buttons described below appear on each tab.

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Click to exit the Properties dialog box, saving any changes made.

Cancel

Click to exit the Properties dialog box without saving any changes made.

Apply

Click to save all changes without exiting the Properties dialog box.

Help

Click to view the help.

Favorite Setting

This allows the current settings to be saved. To save the current settings, specify the desired settings, and then click Add. Specify the settings described below, and then click OK.

❏ Name: Type in the name of the settings to be saved.

❏ Icon: Select an icon from the icon list to easily identify the settings.

The selected icon appears in the drop-down list.

❏ Sharing: Specify whether or not the settings to be saved can be used by other users logged onto the

computer.

❏ Comment: Add a simple comment to the settings to be saved.

Afterward, the saved settings can be selected from the drop-down list. To change the registered setting, click Edit.

In addition, predefined settings can be selected. The predefined settings are those for “2-up”, “Photo” and “Grayscale”.

Select Defaults from the drop-down list to reset the functions in all tabs to their default values.

❏ Printer View

Click the button to display an image of the printer in the figure area. When this button is clicked, it changes to the Paper View button (when a tab other than the Quality tab is selected) or the Quality View button (when the Quality tab is selected).

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Note:

This button does not appear on the Advanced tab.

❏ Paper View

Click the button to display a sample of the page layout in the figure area. When this button is clicked, it changes to the Printer View button.

Note:

This button does not appear on the Quality tab.

❏ Quality View

Click the button to display a sample of the settings selected in the Quality tab. When this button is clicked, it changes to the Printer View button.

Note:

This button appears only when the Quality tab is selected.

❏ Printer Information

Click this button to start up Web-Based EpsonNet Config.

Note:

This button is available only if a network connection has been established.

❏ Default

Click the button to reset the settings to their defaults.

Note:

❏ This button does not appear on the Advanced tab.

❏ When this button is clicked, the settings in the displayed dialog box are reset to their defaults. The

settings on other tabs are not changed.

Advanced Tab (PostScript Printer Driver Only)

The Advanced tab allows you to

❏ Select whether to enable or disable the settings for advanced printing functions (such as booklet

printing)

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❏ Specify the PostScript output method

❏ Specify whether or not the error messages of a print job are printed

❏ Print a mirror image

❏ Specify whether or not the application can directly output PostScript data

My Tab

My Tab allows you to

❏ Display the most frequently used functions (from each tab) whose settings are often changed

❏ Add or remove displayed functions by clicking Edit My Tab. In addition, functions can be added

to My Tab by right-clicking them on their original tabs.

Basic Tab

The Basic tab allows you to

❏ Specify the orientation of the media

❏ Specify the size of the original document

❏ Select the output media size

❏ Zoom (expand/reduce) documents

❏ Specify the paper source

❏ Specify the type of media

❏ Specify the number of copies

❏ Turn on/off job collation

❏ Save a print job on the printer and print it later (Job Retention)

❏ Save a confidential job on the printer and protect it with a password

❏ Print a single copy for proofing

❏ Specify user authentication and account track settings

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❏ Print on the back side of paper that has already been printed on

Note:

❏ Use paper that has been printed on with this printer.

In addition, the page printed with this setting is not guaranteed.

❏ Do not use the following types of paper.

- Paper that has been printed on with an inkjet printer

- Paper that has been printed on with a monochrome/color laser printer/copier

- Paper that has been printed on with any other printer or fax machine

Layout Tab

The Layout tab allows you to

❏ Print several pages of a document on the same page (N-up printing)

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❏ Print a single copy for enlargement and print several pages (PCL printer driver only)

❏ Specify booklet printing (Epson AcuLaser C3900DN only)

❏ Rotate the print image 180 degrees

❏ Specify duplex (double-sided) printing (Epson AcuLaser C3900DN only)

❏ Specify whether or not blank pages are printed (PCL printer driver only)

❏ Adjust the binding margin

❏ Adjust the printing position (PCL printer driver only)

❏ Specify the position on the paper where the document is to be printed

Cover Page Tab

The Cover Page tab allows you to

❏ Print front and back cover pages and separator pages

❏ Specify the tray that contains the paper for the front and back cover pages and separator pages

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Watermark/Overlay Tab

Note:

Be sure to use overlays with print jobs with a media size and orientation that matches the overlay form. In addition, if settings have been specified for “N-up” or “Booklet” in the printer driver, the overlay form cannot be adjusted to match the specified settings.

The settings in the “Watermark” function of the Watermark/Overlay tab allows you to

❏ Select the watermark to be used

❏ Create, edit or delete watermarks

❏ Adjust the watermark position

❏ Print a frame around watermarks

❏ Print transparent (shaded) watermarks

❏ Print the watermark on only the first page

❏ Print the watermark repeatedly throughout the all pages

The settings in the “Overlay” function of the Watermark/Overlay tab allows you to

❏ Select the form to use

❏ Add or delete overlay files

❏ Create a form (PCL printer driver only)

❏ Specify that the document and form are printed overlapping (PCL printer driver only)

❏ Display the form information (PCL printer driver only)

❏ Print the form on All Pages, First Page, Even Pages and Odd Pages

❏ Place the form in back of the document or in front on the printed document (PCL printer driver

only)

Quality Tab

The Quality tab allows you to

❏ Specify whether to print in color or black and white

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❏ Control the darkness of an image (Brightness)

❏ Specify the printer color settings (Quick Color)

❏ Perform color separation

❏ Select whether or not economy printing is used

❏ Set the edge strength to Low, Middle or High

❏ Specify the amount of details in graphic patterns (PCL printer driver only)

❏ Specify the format of fonts that are to be downloaded (PCL and Postscript printer driver only)

❏ Print using the printer’s fonts (PCL and Postscript printer driver only)

❏ Control the tones of an image (Contrast) (PCL printer driver only)

❏ Specify the image compression method (PCL printer driver only)

❏ Select whether or not Auto Trapping function is used (Postscript printer driver only)

❏ Specify the Black Over Print function (Postscript printer driver only)

Other Tab

The Other tab allows you to

❏ Select that Microsoft Excel sheets are not to be divided when printing

❏ Select that the white background of Microsoft PowerPoint data does not hide overlay files (PCL

printer driver only)

❏ Send a notification by e-mail when printing is finished

❏ Shows the version information for the printer driver

❏ Prevent loss when printing fine lines (PCL printer driver only)

Limitations on printer driver functions installed with Point and Print

If Point and Print is performed with the following server and client combinations, there are limitations on some printer driver functions.

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❏ Server and client combinations

Server: Windows Server 2003/XP/2000/Server 2008/Vista Client: Windows Server 2003/XP/2000/Server 2008/Vista

❏ Functions with limitations applied

Booklet, Skip Blank Pages, Front Cover Page, Back Cover Page, Separator Page, Create Overlay, Print in Overlay, Watermark *JOBNAME, USERNAME, and HOSTNAME output of PJL

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Chapter 3

Printer Control Panel and Configuration Menu

About the Control Panel

23 41

MESSAGE WINDOW

Control Panel Indicators and Keys

No. Key Function

❏ Press to cancel the setting that is currently displayed ❏ Cancels one or all print jobs that are currently being printed or processed:

1. Press the Cancel key.

2. Press the

3. Press the Menu/Select key.

❏ Enters the menu system ❏ Moves down in the menu structure ❏ Applies the selected setting

❏

❏ Moves up and down through menus, options, or choices

❏

or keys to select either CURRENT JOB or ALL JOBS.

appears in the message window

, , , appears in the message window

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Message Window

No. Details

1 The printer status is indicated by the color of the indicator and lighting/flashing of the message window.

❏ READY: Indicator lit up in blue and window lit up ❏ PROCESSING or PRINTING: Indicator flashing and window lit up ❏ ENERGY SAVER: Indicator lit up in blue and window goes off ❏ ERROR: Indicator lit up in red and window lit up

❏ Moves left and right through menus, options, or choices

, appears in the message window

❏

1 2

2 The current status of the printer is displayed.

❏ If the operator or service representative must be called, the symbol

displayed.

❏ If a warning occurs, the symbol ❏ Wh en a U SB me mo ry d ev ic e i s p lu gge d i nt o t he US B mem or y p or t, th e sy mb ol

side of the message window.

❏ While a print job is being received, the symbol

While a memory direct print job is being received, the symbol

3 ❏ Error messages are displayed.

❏ While a print job is being received, the user name and the print progress are displayed.

4 Key information is displayed.

5 The approximate amount of toner remaining is displayed.

appears.

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and the error status are

appears on the right

appears on the right side of the message window.

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Help Screens

The help screens appear when the key is pressed after an error occurred, such as a media misfeed, so that the error can be corrected.

Configuration Menu Overview

PROOF/PRINT MENU

Note:

This menu appears only if an optional hard disk drive is installed.

With this menu, print jobs that were set to be saved on the hard disk by using Job Retention on the Basic tab of the printer driver can be printed or deleted.

Note:

If SYS DEFAULT MENU/SECURITY/LOCK PANEL is set to ON, the password must be entered in order for the contents of PROOF/PRINT MENU to be displayed. For details on LOCK PANEL, refer to “SYS DEFAULT MENU” on page 46.

Printing a Stored Job

1. Press the Menu/Select key.

2. Select PROOF/PRINT MENU, and then press the Menu/Select key.

3. Select the desired user name, and then press the Menu/Select key.

4. Select the desired job name, and then press the Menu/Select key.

5. Select PRINT, and then press the Menu/Select key.

6. Press the

7. Press the Menu/Select key.

and keys to specify the number of copies to be printed.

Printing begins.

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Deleting a Stored Job

1. Follow the step 1 to 3 of “Printing a Stored Job” on page 31.

2. Select DELETE, and then press the Menu/Select key.

3. Select YES or NO, and then press the Menu/Select key.

Entering the Password

If the print job selected in the PROOF/PRINT MENU is a secured job, a screen for entering the password appears. Follow the procedure described below to type in the four-digit password specified from the printer driver.

1. Press the

2. Press the

3. Press the

4. Continue these steps until all four digits of the password are specified.

5. Press the Menu/Select key.

The PRINT/DELETE selection screen appears.

Note:

If an incorrect password is entered, INVALID ENTRY appears and the screen for entering the password appears again.

to increase or the to decrease the first digit of the password.

key to move the cursor to the next digit.

to increase or the to decrease the second digit of the password.

PRINT MENU

With this menu, printer information, such as the configuration page, can be printed.

Note:

If SYS DEFAULT MENU/SECURITY/LOCK PANEL is set to ON, the password must be entered in order for the contents of PRINT MENU to be displayed. For details on LOCK PANEL, refer to “SYS DEFAULT MENU” on page 46.

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Items Settings (default in bold)/Description

CONFIGURATION PG

STATISTICS PAGE

FONT LIST POSTSCRIPT

PCL

MENU MAP

DIRECTORY LIST

This item appears only if an optional hard disk drive is installed.

PRINT/CANCEL

Prints the statistics page such as the number of pages printed.

PRINT/CANCEL

Prints the directory list of the hard disk.

PAPER MENU

With this menu, the paper used for printing can be managed.

Note:

If SYS DEFAULT MENU/SECURITY/LOCK PANEL is set to ON, the password must be entered in order for the contents of PAPER MENU to be displayed. For details on LOCK PANEL, refer to “SYS DEFAULT MENU” on page 46.

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Items Settings (default in bold)/Description

PAPER SOURCE

DEFAULT TRAY

TRAY 1 PAPER SIZE

CUSTOM

SIZE

PAPER TYPE

TRAY1/TRAY2/TRAY3

Select the setting for the default tray.

ANY, LETTER, LEGAL, EXECUTIVE, A4, A5, A6, B5(JIS), B6(JIS), GOVT LETTER, STATEMENT, FOLIO, SP FOLIO, UK QUARTO, FOOLSCAP,

GOVT LEGAL, 16K, PHOTO 4×6

, KAI 16, KAI 32, ENV C6, ENV DL, ENV MONARCH, ENV CHOU#3, ENV CHOU#4, B5(ISO), ENV #10, JPOST, JPOST-D, 8 1/8x13 1/4, 8 1/2x13 1/2, CUSTOM

Select the setting for the size of paper loaded into Tray 1.

Specify the paper size when custom-sized paper is loaded into Tray 1.

The setting units can be switched between millimeters and inches with the SYS DEFAULT MENU/PAPER/UNIT OF MEASURE setting.

The setting range for WIDTH is 92 to 216 mm. The default setting is 210 mm.

The setting range for LENGTH is 148 to 356 mm. The default setting is 297 mm.

ANY/PLAIN PAPER/RECYCLED/THICK 1/THICK 2/LABEL/ ENVELOPE/POSTCARD/LETTERHEAD/GLOSSY 1/GLOSSY 2/SGL SIDE ONLY/SPECIAL PAPER

TRAY 2 PAPER SIZE

CUSTOM

SIZE

Select the setting for the type of paper loaded into Tray 1.

ANY/LETTER/EXECUTIVE/A4/A5/A6/B5(JIS)/B6(JIS)/GOVT LETTER/

STATEMENT/UK QUARTO/16K/PHOTO 4×6

/KAI 16/KAI 32/

CUSTOM

Select the setting for the size of paper loaded into Tray 2.

Specify the paper size when custom-sized paper is loaded into Tray 2.

The setting units can be switched between millimeters and inches with the SYS DEFAULT MENU/PAPER/UNIT OF MEASURE setting.

The setting range for WIDTH is 92 to 216 mm. The default setting is 210 mm.

The setting range for LENGTH is 148 to 356 mm. The default setting is 297 mm.

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Items Settings (default in bold)/Description

TRAY 3

TRAY CHAINING

TRAY MAPPING

PAPER TYPE

ANY/PLAIN PAPER/RECYCLED/THICK 1/THICK 2/LABEL/ POSTCARD/LETTERHEAD/GLOSSY 1/GLOSSY 2/SGL SIDE ONLY/ SPECIAL PAPER

Select the setting for the type of paper loaded into Tray 2.

PAPER SIZE The size of paper (LETTER, LEGAL, GOVT LEGAL, EXECUTIVE, A4 or

B5(JIS)) loaded in Tray 3 is indicated.

This item only shows the current setting. This setting cannot be changed.

PAPER TYPE Select the setting for the type of paper loaded into Tray 3.

ON/OFF

If ON is selected and the specified tray runs out of paper during printing, a tray loaded with paper of the same size is automatically selected so printing can continue.

If OFF is selected and the specified tray runs out of paper, printing stops.

TRAY

ON/OFF

MAPPING MODE

LOGICAL

Select whether or not the TRAY MAPPING function is used.

PHYSICAL TRAY1/PHYSICAL TRAY2/PHYSICAL TRAY3

TRAY0-9

Select the tray that is used for printing when a print job is received from another manufacturer’s printer driver.

DUPLEX

COPIES

The default setting for LOGICAL TRAY1 is PHYSICAL TRAY1. The default setting for all other trays is PHYSICAL TRAY2.

OFF/LONG EDGE/SHORT EDGE

If LONG EDGE is selected, the pages will be printed on both sides of the paper for long-edge binding.

If SHORT EDGE is selected, the pages will be printed on both sides of the paper for short-edge binding.

The setting specified in the printer driver will override this menu setting.

1-9999

Specify the number of copies to be printed.

The setting specified in the printer driver will override this menu setting.

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Items Settings (default in bold)/Description

COLLATE

These items appear only if the optional 500-sheet paper cassette unit is installed.

Depending on the setting selected for SYS DEFAULT MENU/PAPER/UNIT OF MEASURE, PHOTO 4×6 may change to PHOTO 10×15.

These items appear only if PAPER SIZE is set to CUSTOM.

This item appears only Epson AcuLaser C3900DN.

This item appears only if an optional hard disk drive is installed.

ON/OFF

If ON is selected, all pages of the document are printed before the next copy is printed.

If OFF is selected, all copies of the document are not printed separately.

The setting specified in the printer driver will override this menu setting.

QUALITY MENU

With this menu, settings for the print quality can be specified.

Note:

If SYS DEFAULT MENU/SECURITY/LOCK PANEL is set to ON, the password must be entered in order for the contents of QUALITY MENU to be displayed. For details on LOCK PANEL, refer to “SYS DEFAULT MENU” on page 46.

Items Settings (default in bold)/Description

COLOR MODE

BRIGHTNESS

COLOR/GRAYSCALE

If COLOR is selected, the pages are printed in full color.

If GRAYSCALE is selected, the pages are printed in black and white.

Note:

The color mode setting specified from the printer driver has priority over the setting specified for this menu.

-15%/-10%/-5%/0%/+5%/+10%/+15%

The brightness of the printed image can be adjusted.

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Items Settings (default in bold)/Description

HALFTONE IMAGE PRINTING/TEXT PRINTING/

GRAPHICS PRINTING

EDGE ENHANCEM

ENT

IMAGE PRINTING/TEXT PRINTING/ GRAPHICS PRINTING

EDGE STRENGTH

ECONOMY PRINT

LINE ART/DETAIL/SMOOTH (for image)

LINE ART/DETAIL/SMOOTH (for text/graphic)

Select how halftones in image/text/graphic are reproduced.

If LINE ART is selected, halftones are reproduced with high precision.

If DETAIL is selected, halftones are reproduced with detail.

If SMOOTH is selected, halftones are reproduced with smoothness.

ON/OFF (for image)

ON/OFF (for text/graphic)

Select whether image/text/graphic edges are emphasized.

If ON is selected, the edges are emphasized.

If OFF is selected, the edges are not emphasized.

/LOW/MIDDLE/HIGH

OFF

Select the desired amount that edges are emphasized.

/OFF

Select whether to print graphics with a reduced density by reducing the amount of toner that is used.

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Items Settings (default in bold)/Description

PCL SETTING

CONTRAST

IMAGE PRINTING/ TEXT PRINTING/ GRAPHICS PRINTING

RGB SOURCE

RGB INTENT

RGB GRAY

-15%/-10%/-5%/0%/+5%/+10%/+15%

The contrast of the image can be adjusted.

DEVICE COLOR/sRGB

Specify the color space for RGB image/text/graphics data.

If DEVICE COLOR is selected, no color space is specified.

VIVID/PHOTOGRAPHIC (for image)

VIVID/PHOTOGRAPHIC (for text/graphic)

Specify the characteristic applied when converting RGB image/text/graphics data to CMYK data.

If VIVID is selected, a vivid output is produced.

If PHOTOGRAPHIC is selected, a brighter output is produced.

COMPOSITE BLACK/BLACK AND GRAY/BLACK ONLY (for image)

COMPOSITE BLACK/BLACK AND GRAY/BLACK ONLY (for text/graphic)

Specify how black and grays are reproduced in RGB image/ text/graphics data.

If COMPOSITE BLACK is selected, black is reproduced using the CMYK colors.

If BLACK AND GRAY is selected, black and gray are reproduced using black only.

If BLACK ONLY is selected, black is reproduced using only black.

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Items Settings (default in bold)/Description

PS SETTING IMAGE

PRINTING/ TEXT PRINTING/ GRAPHICS PRINTING

RGB SOURCE

RGB INTENT

DEVICE COLOR/sRGB/Apple RGB/Adobe RGB (1998)/ ColorMatch RGB/Blue Adjust RGB

Specify the color space for RGB image/text/graphics data.

If DEVICE COLOR is selected, no color space is specified.

RGB source profiles downloaded with the Web-Based EpsonNet Config are available as RGB SOURCE.

VIVID/PHOTOGRAPHIC/RELATIVE COLOR/ABSOLUTE COLOR (for image)

VIVID/PHOTOGRAPHIC/RELATIVE COLOR/ABSOLUTE COLOR (for text/graphic)

Specify the characteristic applied when converting RGB image/text/graphics data to CMYK data.

If VIVID is selected, a vivid output is produced.

If PHOTOGRAPHIC is selected, a brighter output is produced.

If RELATIVE COLOR i s se l ec t ed , re l at i ve color is applied to the RGB source profile.

If ABSOLUTE COLOR is selected, absolute color is applied to the RGB source profile.

RGB GRAY

COMPOSITE BLACK/BLACK AND GRAY/BLACK ONLY (for image)

COMPOSITE BLACK/BLACK AND GRAY/BLACK ONLY (for text/graphic)

Specify how black and grays are reproduced in RGB image/ text/graphics data.

If COMPOSITE BLACK is selected, black is reproduced using the CMYK colors.

If BLACK AND GRAY is selected, black and gray are reproduced using black only.

If BLACK ONLY is selected, black is reproduced using only black.

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Items Settings (default in bold)/Description

DESTINATION PROF

SIMULATIONSIMULATION PROF

SIMULATION INTENT

CMYK GRAY

AUTO

Specify the destination profile.

If AUTO is selected, a destination profile that the printer automatically adapts is selected based on a combination of the specified color matching, halftones and other profiles.

Destination profiles downloaded with the Web-Based EpsonNet Config are available as DESTINATION PROF.

NONE/SWOP/Euroscale/Commercial Press/Japan Color/ TOYO/DIC

Specify the simulation profile.

If NONE is selected, nosimulation profile is specified.

Simulation profiles downloaded with the Web-Based EpsonNet Config are available as SIMULATION PROF.

RELATIVE COLOR/ABSOLUTE COLOR

Specify the characteristic of the simulation profile.

COMPOSITE BLACK/BLACK AND GRAY/BLACK ONLY

Specify how black and grays are reproduced using the four CMYK colors.

If COMPOSITE BLACK is selected, black is reproduced using the CMYK colors.

If BLACK AND GRAY is selected, black and gray are reproduced using black only.

If BLACK ONLY is selected, black is reproduced using only black.

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Items Settings (default in bold)/Description

CALIBRATI ON

COLOR SEPARATION

If EDGE STRENGTH is set to OFF, or ECONOMY PRINT is set to ON, the edges cannot be emphasized.

TONE CALIBRATION

AIDC PROCESS

CMYK DENSITY

CYAN/ MAGENTA /YELLOW/ BLACK

HIGHLIGH T/ MIDDLE/ SHADOW

ON/OFF

If ON is selected, image adjustments are applied.

If OFF is selected, image adjustments are not applied.

EXECUTE/CANCEL

If EXECUTE is selected, image adjustments are performed immediately.

If CANCEL is selected, image adjustments are not performed.

Note:

The AIDC PROCESS function consumes toner.

-3/-2/-1/0/+1/+2/+3

The density of the highlight/middle/shadow color in images can be adjusted.

ON/OFF

If ON is selected, color separation are performed. The contents of a color page is separated into the color pages for yellow, magenta, cyan and black, and each is printed with black gradations as individual pages. The printing order is yellow, magenta, cyan, then black.

MEMORY DIRECT

With this menu, settings for “memory direct” function can be specified.

For details on memory direct, refer to “Memory Direct” on page 56.

Note:

❏ This menu appears when an optional hard disk drive is installed, and INTERFACE MENU/MEMORY

DIRECT is set to ENABLE.

❏ This menu does not appear if public user access has not been permitted through authentication

settings. For details on the authentication settings, refer to the Reference Guide.

❏ If SYS DEFAULT MENU/SECURITY/LOCK PANEL is set to ON, the password must be entered in order

for the contents of MEMORY DIRECT to be displayed. For details on LOCK PANEL, refer to “SYS DEFAULT MENU” on page 46.

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Items Settings (default in bold)/Description

LIST OF FILES

Select the file that you wish to output, and then press the Menu/Select key.

If the file to be printed is in a folder, select the folder, and then press the Menu/Select key.

Note:

A maximum of 99 folders and files can be displayed. Empty folders are not displayed.

LETTER/A4

LETTER, LEGAL, EXECUTIVE, A4, A5, A6, B5(JIS), B6(JIS), GOVT LETTER, STATEMENT, FOLIO, SP FOLIO, UK QUARTO,

FOOLSCAP, GOVT LEGAL, 16K, PHOTO 4×6

, KAI 16, KAI 32, ENV C6, ENV DL, ENV MONARCH, ENV CHOU#3, ENV CHOU#4, B5(ISO), ENV #10, JPOST, JPOST-D, 8 1/8x13 1/4, 8 1/2x13 1/2, CUSTOM

Change the size of the paper.

DUPLEX

OFF/LONG EDGE/SHORT EDGE

Select whether to perform duplex printing.

If OFF is selected, duplex printing is not performed.

If LONG EDGE is selected, the page will be printed on both sides of the paper for long edge binding.

If SHORT EDGE is selected, the page will be printed on both sides of the paper for short edge binding.

COPIES

1-9999

Specify the number of copies to be printed.

COLLATE

ON/OFF

Select whether to collate the copies.

TYPE OF FILES

PDF,XPS,JPEG,TIFF/PDF,XPS

Select the type of files to be displayed.

This item appears when a USB memory device is plugged into the USB memory port.

This item does not appear if the selected file is PDF and XPS file.

Depending on the setting selected for SYS DEFAULT MENU/PAPER/UNIT OF MEASURE, PHOTO 4×6 may change to PHOTO 10×15.

This item appears only Epson AcuLaser C3900DN.

This item appears only if the optional hard disk drive is installed.

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INTERFACE MENU

With this menu, interface settings can be specified.

Note:

❏ Restart the printer after changing settings in the ETHERNET menu.

❏ If SYS DEFAULT MENU/SECURITY/LOCK PANEL is set to ON, the password must be entered in order

for the contents of INTERFACE MENU to be displayed. For details on LOCK PANEL, refer to “SYS DEFAULT MENU” on page 46.

Items Settings (default in bold)/Description

JOB TIMEOUT

ETHERNET TCP/IP ENABLE

IP ADDRESS

SUBNET MASK

DEFAULT GATEWAY

DHCP

5 seconds-15 seconds-300 seconds

Specify the timeout interval for a print job being received.

YES/NO

000.000.000.000

Set the IP address for this printer on the network.

If the IP address is manually specified, DHCP, BOOTP and ARP/PING are automatically set to OFF.

000.000.000.000

Specify the subnet mask for the network.

000.000.000.000

Specify the IP address of the router if one is on the network.

ON/OFF

Select whether or not the IP address is automatically acquired.

BOOTP

ON/OFF

Select whether or not the IP address is automatically acquired.

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Items Settings (default in bold)/Description

ARP/PING

HTTP

FTP

TELNET

BONJOUR

DYNAMIC

DNS

*1*2

IPP

RAW

PORT

ENABLE

BIDIRECTIONA

ON/OFF

Select whether or not the IP address is automatically acquired.

YES/NO

ENABLE/DISABLE

Select whether to enable or disable Telnet transmissions.

YES/NO

ON/OFF

If ON is selected, Raw port transmissions are enabled.

SLP

SMTP

SNMP

WSD PRINT

IPSEC

If OFF is selected, Raw port transmissions are disabled.

ENABLE

YES/NO

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Items Settings (default in bold)/Description

IP ADDRESS FILTER

IPv6

NETWARE ENABLE

APPLETALKENABLE

PERMISSION

ACCESS

ENABLE/DISABLE

Select whether to enable or disable access granting.

ACCESS

ENABLE/DISABLE

REFUSE

Select whether to enable or disable access blocking.

ENABLE

AUTO SETTING

YES/NO

If YES is selected, auto configuration of IPv6 is enabled.

LINK LOCAL

GLOBAL ADDRESS

GATEWAY ADDRESS

Displays the Link-Local address.

Displays the global address.

Displays the gateway address.

YES/NO

SPEED/DUPLEX

AUTO/10BASE FULL/10BASE HALF/100BASE FULL/ 100BASE HALF/1000BASE FULL

Specify the transmission speed for the network and the transmission method for bi-directional transmission.

MEMORY DIRECT

IEEE802.1XENABLE

YES/NO

ENABLE/DISABLE

Select whether to enable or disable memory direct printing.

These items appear when INTERFACE MENU/ETHERNET/TCP/IP/ENABLE is set to YES.

If HTTP/ENABLE is set to NO, IPP cannot be set.

This item appears when INTERFACE MENU/ETHERNET/TCP/IP/RAW PORT/ENABLE is set to YES.

These items appear when INTERFACE MENU/ETHERNET/TCP/IP/IPv6/ENABLE is set to YES.

This item appears only if an optional hard disk drive is installed.

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SYS DEFAULT MENU

With this menu, settings can be specified to adjust the operation of the printer, such as the display language of the message window and the time until the machine enters Energy Saver mode.

Note:

If SYS DEFAULT MENU/SECURITY/LOCK PANEL is set to ON, the password must be entered in order for the contents of SYS DEFAULT MENU to be displayed. For details on LOCK PANEL, refer to “SYS DEFAULT MENU” on page 46.

Items Settings (default in bold)/Description

LANGUAGE

EMULATIONDEF. EMULATION

POSTSCRIPT WAIT TIMEOUT

PS ERROR PAGE

PS PROTOCOL

ENGLISH/FRANÇAIS/DEUTSCH/ESPAÑOL/ ITALIANO/PORTUGUÊS/ NEDERLANDS/

Select the language of the menus and messages that appear in the message window.

AUTO/POSTSCRIPT/PCL

Specify the printer emulation language.

If AUTO is selected, the printer automatically selects the printer emulation language from the data stream.

0-300

Specify the time until an error is determined to be a PostScript error.

If 0 is selected, no timeout is performed.

ON/OFF

Select whether or not an error page is printed when a Postscript error occurs.

AUTO/NORMAL/BINARY

/ / /

/POLSKI/

AUTO TRAPPING

Specify the protocol for data transmissions with a PostScript data stream.

If AUTO is selected, the printer automatically selects an applicable protocol from the data stream.

ON/OFF

Select whether or not neighboring colors are printed superimposed in order to prevent white space around images.

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Items Settings (default in bold)/Description

BLACK OVERPRINT

PCL CR/LF MAPPING

LINES PER PAGE

FONT SOURCE

FONT NUMBER

TEXT/GRAPHIC, TEXT/OFF

Specify whether black objects are printed (superimposed) on a neighboring color in order to prevent white space around black characters or figures.

If TEXT/GRAPHIC is selected, superimposed printing is applied to text and graphics.

If TEXT is selected, superimposed printing is applied to text.

CR=CR LF=LF/CR=CRLF LF=LF/CR=CR LF=LFCR/ CR=CRLF LF=LFCR

Select the definitions of the CR/LF codes in the PCL language.

5-60-128

Specify the number of lines per page in the PCL language.

0-102

Specify the default font in the PCL language.

XPS

The font numbers that appear correspond to the PCL font list. For details on printing the font list, refer to “PRINT MENU” on page 32.

PITCH SIZE (POINT SIZE)

SYMBOL SET Specify the symbol set used with the PCL language.

DIGITAL SIGNATURE

XPS ERROR PAGE

0.44-10.00-99.99(4.00-12.00-999.75)

Specify the font size in the PCL language.

If the selected FONT NUMBER is for a bitmap font, PITCH SIZE appears. If the selected FONT NUMBER is for an outline font, POINT SIZE appears.

The default setting is PC8.

ENABLE/DISABLE

Select whether to enable or disable XPS digital signatures.

ON/OFF

Select whether or not an error report is printed after an XPS error has occurred.

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Items Settings (default in bold)/Description

PAPER DEFAULT

PAPER

PAPER SIZE

CUSTOM SIZE Specify the media size when PAPER SIZE is set to

PAPER TYPE

LETTER, LEGAL, EXECUTIVE, A4, A5, A6, B5(JIS), B6(JIS), GOVT LETTER, STATEMENT, FOLIO, SP FOLIO, UK QUARTO, FOOLSCAP, GOVT LEGAL, 16K, PHOTO

, KAI 16, KAI 32, ENV C6, ENV DL, ENV MONARCH,

4×6 ENV CHOU#3, ENV CHOU#4, B5(ISO), ENV #10, JPOST, JPOST-D, 8 1/8x13 1/4, 8 1/2x13 1/2, CUSTOM

Select the size of media that is normally used.

CUSTOM.

The setting units can be switched between millimeters and inches with the SYS DEFAULT MENU/ PAPER/UNIT OF MEASURE setting.

The setting range for WIDTH is 92 to 216 mm. The default setting is 210 mm.

The setting range for LENGTH is 148 to 356 mm. The default setting is 297 mm.

PLAIN PAPER/RECYCLED/THICK 1/THICK 2/LABEL/ ENVELOPE/POSTCARD/LETTERHEAD/GLOSSY 1/ GLOSSY 2/SGL SIDE ONLY/SPECIAL PAPER

Select the type of media that is normally used.

UNIT OF MEASURE

GRAYSCALE PAGE

INCHES/MILLIMETERS

The units for specifying the size of custom media can be switched between inches and millimeters.

AUTO/GRAYSCALE PRINT/COLOR PRINT

Specify the operation to be performed for black-and-white pages in a job specified for color printing.

If AUTO is selected, the printer determines whether the data is color or black-and-white before printing it.

If GRAYSCALE PRINT is selected, black-and-white printing is automatically performed depending on each page. It may decrease the printing speed in some cases, but it reduces the consumption of the color toner cartridges and photoconductor unit.

If COLOR PRINT is selected, color printing is performed, even for a black-and-white page.

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Items Settings (default in bold)/Description

STARTUP OPTIONS

AUTO CONTINUE

HOLD JOB TIMEOUT

DO STARTUP PAGE

ON/OFF

Select whether or not a startup page is printed when the printer is turned on.

ON/OFF

Select whether or not printing continues if the size or type of media in the selected tray is different from the size or type of media for the print job.

If AUTO CONTINUE is set to ON, printing automatically continues after about 10 seconds under the following conditions. At this time, printing will be performed even if the media size is different.

No media: PAPER EMPTY/TRAY EMPTY (“Error Messages (Operator Call)” on page 142)

Different media size/type: PAPER ERROR/TRAY X PAPER ERR (“Error Messages (Operator Call)” on page

142)

DISABLE/1 hour/4 hours/1 day/1 week

Specify the length of time until print jobs saved on the hard disk are deleted. If DISABLE is selected, print jobs are not deleted at a specific time.

ENERGY SAVER TIME 5 minutes/6 minutes/7 minutes/8 minutes/9

minutes/10 minutes/11 minutes/12 minutes/13 minutes/14 minutes/15 minutes/30 minutes/1 hour/ 3 hours

Specify the length of time until the machine enters Energy Saver mode.

MENU TIMEOUT

LCD CONTRAST

OFF/1 minute/2 minutes

Specify the length of time until the status screen is displayed when no operation is performed while a menu or help screen is displayed in the message window. If OFF is selected, no timeout occurs.

-3/-2/-1/0/+1/+2/+3

Adjust the contrast of the message window.

The darkest level setting is -3 and the brightest level setting is +3.

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Items Settings (default in bold)/Description

SECURITY CHANGE PASSWORD Specify the password for locking the control panel.

If the password is set to 0000 (default), the control panel is not locked. In order to lock the control panel, be sure to specify a password other than 0000.

LOCK PANEL

OFF/MINIMUM/ON

Specify how the control panel is locked.

If OFF is selected, the control panel is not locked.

If MINIMUM is selected, the INTERFACE MENU and SYS DEFAULT MENU are protected with a password.

If ON is selected, all menus are protected with a password.

In order to lock the control panel, be sure to specify a password other than 0000.

CLOCK DATE (DD.MM.YY) Specify the date for the printer’s internal clock.

TIME Specify the time for the printer’s internal clock.

HDD FORMAT

TIME ZONE

USER AREA ONLY Initialize the user area of the hard disk. When this

-12:00-00:00-+13:00

menu is selected, the printer is automatically restarted.

ALL Initialize the hard disk. When this menu is selected,

the printer is automatically restarted.

RESTORE DEFAULT S

RESTORE NETWORK Reset the network settings to their defaults. When this

menu is selected, the printer is automatically restarted.

RESTORE PRINTER Reset the printer settings to their defaults. When this

menu is selected, the printer is automatically restarted.

RESTORE ALL Reset all settings to their defaults. When this menu is

selected, the printer is automatically restarted.

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Items Settings (default in bold)/Description

ENABLE WARNING

This item appears only if an optional hard disk drive is installed.

Depending on the setting selected for SYS DEFAULT MENU/PAPER/UNIT OF MEASURE, PHOTO 4×6 may change to PHOTO 10×15.

These items appear only if an optional hard disk drive is installed.

This item appears only if the optional 500-sheet paper cassette unit is installed.

PAPER EMPTY

TONER LOW

P/U LOW

TRAY1

TRAY2

TRAY3

ON/OFF

Select whether or not a warning appears when Tray 1 runs out of media.

ON/OFF

Select whether or not a warning appears when Tray 2 runs out of media.

ON/OFF

Select whether or not a warning appears when Tray 3 runs out of media.

ON/OFF

Select whether or not a warning appears when the toner is about to run out.

ON/OFF

Select whether or not a warning appears when the photoconductor unit is about to reach the end of its life.

MAINTENANCE MENU

With this menu, maintenance on this printer can be performed.

In order to use this menu, the administrator password must be entered.

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Items Settings (default in bold)/Description

PRINT MENU EVENT LOG

HALFTONE 64

HALFTONE 128

HALFTONE 256

GRADATION

ALIGNMENT TOP

ADJUSTMEN T

CYAN 64/MAGENTA 64/YELLOW 64/BLACK 64

CYAN 128/MAGENTA 128/YELLOW 128/BLACK 128

CYAN 256/MAGENTA 256/YELLOW 256/BLACK 256

PLAIN PAPER/THICK/THICK 2/ ENVELOPE

PRINT/CANCEL

Prints the event log.

PRINT/CANCEL

Prints the halftone pattern using a 25% density for each CMYK color.

PRINT/CANCEL

Prints the halftone pattern using a 50% density for each CMYK color.

PRINT/CANCEL

Prints the halftone pattern using a 100% density for each CMYK color.

PRINT/CANCEL

Prints the gradation pattern.

-15-15

Adjusts the top margin of plain paper/thick paper/ thick 2 paper/envelopes for simplex (single-sided) printing.

LEFT ADJUSTMEN T

LEFT ADJ DUPLEX

LEFT ADJ TRAY1/LEFT ADJ TRAY2/LEFT ADJ TRAY3

-15-15

Adjusts the left margin of media fed from Tray 1/2/3 for simplex (single-sided) printing.

-15-15

Adjusts the left margin of media fed from Tray 1/2/3 for duplex (double-sided) printing.

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Items Settings (default in bold)/Description

TRANSFER POWER

IMG ADJ THICK

IMG ADJ BLACK

SIMPLEX PASS

MANUAL DUPLEX

CYAN/MAGENTA/YELLOW/ BLACK

PLAIN PAPER/ THICK 1/ THICK 2/ POSTCARD/ ENVELOPE/ LABEL/ GLOSSY 1/ GLOSSY 2

-8-7

Adjusts the 2nd image transfer output (ATVC) for simplex (single-sided) printing of plain paper/thick 1 paper/thick 2 paper/ postcards/envelopes/ labels/glossy 1 media/glossy 2 media.

-8-7

Adjusts the 2nd image transfer output (ATVC) for duplex (double-sided) printing of plain paper/ thick 1 paper/thick 2 paper/ postcards/envelopes/ labels/glossy 1 media/glossy 2 media.

-5-0-5

Finely adjusts the density of cyan/magenta/ yellow/black for images printed on thick paper.

-2-0-2

Finely adjusts the density of printed images for grayscale printing.

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Items Settings (default in bold)/Description

FINE LINE ADJ

AIDC MODE

THICK MODE

-3-0-2

Adjust how fine lines are reproduced by changing the applied voltage (VC) to the electrostatic roller.

MODE 1/ MODE 2

Select the AIDC operation mode.

MODE 1: Standard mode MODE 2: Low mode

QUALITY MODE/SPEED MODE

In order to prevent toner from clogging within the developer unit as a result of it being driven at half-speed, select the timing for driving the developer unit at full speed for a fixed length of time when thick paper is being fed.

QUALITY MODE: While printing on thick paper, printing is periodically paused, and the developer unit is driven at full speed for a fixed length of time. Since printing is paused, the quality is not affected; however, a standby time of approximately 70 seconds occurs every 400 seconds or so of half-speed operation.

MAIN SCAN ADJUST

SUPPLIES REPLACE FUSER UNIT

MAIN SCAN PAGE

SCAN ADJUST VALUE

YELLOW/MAGENTA/CYAN

SPEED MODE: While printing on thick paper, only the drive of the developer unit periodically switches to full speed for a fixed length of time. Since printing continues during full-speed drive, the print quality is slightly affected, however the standby time is short.

PRINT/CANCEL

Print the test pattern for fine adjustment of the color ratios in the main scanning direction.

42 - 0 - -42

Finely adjust the ratio of yellow/magenta/cyan in the main scanning direction.

YES/NO

Resets the fuser unit counter.

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Items Settings (default in bold)/Description

QUICK SETTING

UPDATE SETTING

EXECUTE/CANCEL

Update printer settings according to the printer setting definition file stored in the USB memory device.

If EXECUTE is selected, the printer settings are updated.

If CANCEL is selected, the settings are not updated.

BACKUP SETTING

EXECUTE/CANCEL

Store, as a definition file, the current printer setting information in the USB memory device.

If EXECUTE is selected, the printer settings are saved on a USB memory device.

If CANCEL is selected, the settings are not saved.

BACKUP TYPE

ALL/NETWORK/PRINTER

Select the settings to be saved on a USB memory device.

If ALL is selected, the printer settings and network settings are saved on the USB memory device.

If NETWORK is selected, the network settings are saved on the USB memory device.

If PRINTER is selected, the printer settings are saved on the USB memory device.

This item appears only Epson AcuLaser C3900DN.

This item appears when a USB memory device is plugged into the USB memory port.

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Memory Direct

PDF, XPS, JPEG and TIFF files saved on USB memory devices can be printed by plugging the USB memory device into the printer.

Note:

❏ Memory direct can be used only if the optional hard disk drive is installed.

❏ Encrypted USB memory devices are not supported.

❏ For details on specifying settings with the control panel, refer to “MEMORY DIRECT” on page 41.

Printing From a Connected USB Memory Device

1. Plug the USB memory device into the USB memory port. The USB icon appears in the upper-right corner of the message window, and the MEMORY DIRECT menu appears.

Note:

Even if SYS DEFAULT MENU/SECURITY/LOCK PANEL is set to ON, a password is not required for the menu that appears when the USB memory device is inserted.

2. Select LIST OF FILES, and then press the Menu/Select key.

Note:

When all files (PDF, XPS, JPEG and TIFF) are displayed, select TYPE OF FILES, and then press the Menu/Select key.

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3. From the file list, select the file that you wish to print, and then press the Menu/Select key. If the file to be printed is in a folder, select the folder, and then press the Menu/Select key.

Note:

❏ A maximum of 99 folders and files can be displayed.

❏ Up to 8 folder levels can be displayed.

4. Select PRINT, and then press the Menu/Select key. When printing is finished, the status screen appears again.

Note:

❏ Settings can be specified for the paper size, duplex printing (C3900DN only), number of copies

and collating.

❏ Do not unplug the USB memory device from the USB memory port during memory direct

printing.

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Media Media Size

Inch Millimeter

Letter 8.5 x 11.0 215.9 x 279.4 1/2/3 Yes

Legal 8.5 x 14.0 215.9 x 355.6 1/3 Yes

Statement 5.5 x 8.5 139.7 x 215.9 1/2 No

Executive 7.25 x 10.5 184.2 x 266.7 1/2/3 Yes

A4 8.2 x 11.7 210.0 x 297.0 1/2/3 Yes

A5 5.9 x 8.3 148.0 x 210.0 1/2 No

A6 4.1 x 5.8 105.0 x 148.0 1/2 No

B5 (JIS) 7.2 x 10.1 182.0 x 257.0 1/2/3 Yes

B6 5.0 x 7.2 128.0 x 182.0 1/2 No

Folio 8.25 x 13.0 210.0 x 330.0 1 Yes

SP Folio 8.5 x 12.69 215.9 x 322.3 1 Yes

Foolscap 8.0 x 13.0 203.2 x 330.2 1 Yes

Tray

Duplex (double-sided)

UK Quarto 8.0 x 10.0 203.2 x 254.0 1/2 Yes

Government Letter 8.0 x 10.5 203.2 x 266.7 1/2 Yes

Government Legal 8.5 x 13.0 215.9 x 330.2 1/3 Yes

Photo Size 4" x 6"/10 x 15 4.0 x 6.0 101.6 x 152.4 1/2 No

16 K 7.7 x 10.6 195.0 x 270.0 1/2 Yes

Kai 16 7.3 x 10.2 185.0 x 260.0 1/2 Yes

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Media Media Size

Tray

Duplex (double-sided)

Inch Millimeter

Kai 32 5.1 x 7.3 130.0 x 185.0 1/2 No

8 1/2 x 13 1/2 8.5 x 13.5 215.9 x 342.9 1 Yes

8 1/8 x 13 1/4 8.125 x 13.25 206.4 x 336.6 1 Yes

Japanese Postcard 3.9 x 5.8 100.0 x 148.0 1 No

Japanese Postcard-D 5.8 x 7.9 148.0 x 200.0 1 No

B5 (ISO) 6.9 x 9.8 176.0 x 250.0 1 No

Envelope #10 4.125 x 9.5 104.8 x 241.3 1 No

Envelope DL 8.7 x 4.3 220.0 x 110.0 1 No

Envelope C6 6.4 x 4.5 162.0 x 114.0 1 No

Envelope Monarch 7.5 x 3.875 190.5 x 98.4 1 No

Envelope Chou #3 4.7 x 9.2 120.0 x 235.0 1 No

Envelope Chou #4 3.5 x 8.1 90.0 x 205.0 1 No

Custom Size 3.6-8.5 x 5.8-14.0 92.0-216.0 x

Yes

148.0-356.0

Custom Size 3.6-8.5 x 5.8-11.7 92.0-216.0 x

Yes

148.0-297.0

Tray 1= Manual feed tray Tray 3 = 500-sheet paper cassette unit (optional)

Epson AcuLaser C3900DN only

Although the maximum supported width is 216.0 mm (8.5”), the Envelope DL size (width: 220 mm (8.7”)) can be fed.

The minimum possible size for duplex (double-sided) printing is 182.0 x 254.0mm (7.2” x 10.0”). The maximum possible size for duplex (double-sided) printing is 216.0 x 356.0mm (8.5” x 14.0”).

The minimum possible size for duplex (double-sided) printing is 182.0 x 254.0mm (7.2” x 10.0”). The maximum possible size for duplex (double-sided) printing is 216.0 x 297.0mm (8.5” x 11.69”).

Note:

For custom sizes, use the printer driver to specify the settings within the ranges shown in the table on previous page.

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Media Types

Keep media on a flat, level surface in its original wrapper until it is time to load it.

Note:

Before printing a large number of copies on special paper (other than plain paper), perform a trial print to check the quality of the print result.

Plain Paper (Recycled Paper)

Capacity Tray 1

Tray 2

Tray 3

Orientation Tray 1

Tray 2/3

Driver Media Type

Weight

Duplexing

Plain Paper (Recycled)

60–90 g/m

See “Print Media” on page 58 for supported sizes.

Up to 100 sheets, depending on the paper weight.

Up to 250 sheets, depending on the paper weight.

Up to 500 sheets, depending on the paper weight.

Face down

Face up

Use plain paper that is

Suitable for plain paper laser printers, such as standard or recycled office paper.

DO NOT use media that is

❏ Coated with a processed surface (such as carbon paper, and colored paper that has been treated)

❏ Unapproved iron-on transfer media (such as heat-pressure paper, and heat-press transfer paper)

❏ Cold-water-transfer paper

❏ Pressure sensitive

❏ Designed specifically for inkjet printers (such as superfine paper, glossy paper, glossy film, and

postcards)

❏ Paper that has already been printed on

❏ Paper that has been printed on with an inkjet printer

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❏ Paper that has been printed on with a monochrome/color laser printer/copier

❏ Paper that has been printed on with a heat-transfer printer

❏ Paper that has been printed on with any other printer or fax machine

❏ Dusty

❏ Wet (or damp)

Note:

Keep media between 35% and 85% relative humidity. Toner does not adhere well to moist or wet paper.

❏ Layered

❏ Adhesive

❏ Folded, creased, curled, embossed, warped, or wrinkled

❏ Perforated, three-hole punched, or torn

❏ Too slick, too coarse, or too textured

❏ Different in texture (roughness) on the front and back

❏ Too thin or too thick

❏ Stuck together with static electricity

❏ Composed of foil or gilt; too luminous

❏ Heat sensitive or cannot withstand the fusing temperature (205˚C [401˚F])

❏ Irregularly shaped (not rectangular or not cut at right angles)

❏ Attached with glue, tape, paper clips, staples, ribbons, hooks, or buttons

❏ Acidic

❏ Any other media that is not approved

Thick Stock

Paper thicker than 90 g/m is referred to as thick stock. You can print continuously with thick stock. However, this could affect the media feed, depending on the media quality and printing environment. If problems occur, stop the continuous printing and print one sheet at a time.

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Capacity Tray 1/2

Tray 3

Orientation Tray 1

Tray 2

Driver Media Type

Weight

Duplexing

Thick 1 (91–150 g/m) Thick 2 (151–210 g/m)

91–210 g/m

See “Specifications” on page 58 for supported sizes

Up to 20 sheets, depending on their thickness.

Not supported

Face down

Face up

Envelope

Print on the front (address) side only. Some parts of the envelope consist of three layers of paper—the front, back, and flap. Anything printed in these layered regions may be lost or faded.

You can print continuously with envelope. However, this could affect the media feed, depending on the media quality and printing environment. If problems occur, stop the continuous printing and print one sheet at a time.

Capacity Tray 1

Tray 2/3

Orientation

Driver Media Type

Duplexing

Face down

Envelope

Not supported

Up to 10 sheets, depending on their thickness

Not supported

Use envelopes that are

❏ Common office envelopes approved for laser printing with diagonal joints, sharp folds and edges,

and ordinary gummed flaps

Note:

Because the envelopes pass through heated rollers, the gummed area on the flaps may seal. Using envelopes with emulsion-based glue avoids this problem.

❏ Approved for laser printing

❏ Dry

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DO NOT use envelopes that have

❏ Sticky flaps

❏ Tape seals, metal clasps, paper clips, fasteners, or peel-off strips for sealing

❏ Transparent windows

❏ Too rough of a surface

❏ Material that will melt, vaporize, offset, discolor, or emit dangerous fumes

❏ Been presealed

Label

A sheet of labels consists of a face sheet (the printing surface), adhesive, and a carrier sheet:

❏ The face sheet must follow the plain paper specification.

❏ The face sheet surface must cover the entire carrier sheet, and no adhesive should come through

on the surface.

You can print continuously with label sheets. However, this could affect the media feed, depending on the media quality and printing environment. If problems occur, stop the continuous printing and print one sheet at a time.

Check your application documentation for more information on printing labels.

Capacity Tray 1/2

Tray 3

Orientation Tray 1

Tray 2

Driver Media Type

Duplexing

Label

Not supported

Up to 20 sheets, depending on their thickness

Not supported

Face down

Face up

Use label sheets that are

❏ Recommended for laser printers

DO NOT use label sheets that

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❏ Have labels that easily peel off or have parts of the label already removed

❏ Have backing sheets that have peeled away or have exposed adhesive

Note:

Labels may stick to the fuser, causing them to peel off and media misfeeds to occur.

❏ Are precut or perforated

Do not use OK to use

Shiny backed paper Full-page labels (uncut)

Letterhead

You can print continuously with letterhead. However, this could affect the media feed, depending on the media quality and printing environment. If problems occur, stop the continuous printing and print one sheet at a time.

Try printing your data on a sheet of plain paper first to check placement.

Capacity Tray 1/2

Tray 3

Orientation Tray 1

Tray 2

Driver Media Type

Duplexing

Letterhead

Not supported

Up to 20 sheets, depending on their size and thickness

Not supported

Face down

Face up

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Postcard

You can print continuously with postcards. However, this could affect the media feed, depending on the media quality and printing environment. If problems occur, stop the continuous printing and print one sheet at a time.

Try printing your data on a sheet of plain paper first to check placement.

Capacity Tray 1/2

Tray 3

Orientation Tray 1

Tray 2

Driver Media Type

Duplexing

Postcard

Not supported

Use postcards that are

❏ Approved for laser printers

DO NOT use postcards that are

❏ Coated

❏ Designed for inkjet printers

❏ Precut or perforated

Up to 20 sheets, depending on their thickness

Not supported

Face down

Face up

❏ Preprinted or multicolored

❏ Folded or wrinkled

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Note:

If the postcard is warped, press on the warped area before putting it in the tray.

Glossy Media

You can print continuously with glossy media. However, this could affect the media feed, depending on the media quality and printing environment. If problems occur, stop the continuous printing and print one sheet at a time.

Check your application documentation for more information on printing glossy media.

Capacity Tray 1/2

Tray 3

Orientation Tray 1

Tray 2

Driver Media Type

Weight

Duplexing

Glossy1 (100–128 g/m)

Glossy2 (129–158 g/m)

100–158 g/m

Not supported

Up to 20 sheets, depending on their thickness.

Not supported

Face down

Face up

Single Side Only

Print on the single side only.

You can print continuously with single side only paper. However, this could affect the media feed, depending on the media quality and printing environment. If problems occur, stop the continuous printing and print one sheet at a time.

Select this setting when paper that should not be used with double sided copying (for example, when on side has already been printed on) is loaded as plain paper with a weight of 60–90 g/m.

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Capacity Tray 1

Tray 2

Tray 3

Orientation Tray 1

Tray 2/3

Driver Media Type

Weight

Duplexing

Single Side Only (60–90 g/m)

60–90 g/m

Not supported

Up to 100 sheets, depending on the paper weight.

Up to 250 sheets, depending on the paper weight.

Up to 500 sheets, depending on the paper weight.

Face down

Face up

Use single side only paper that is

❏ Suitable for plain paper laser printers, such as standard or recycled office paper

❏ Plain paper that has been printed on with same printer

DO NOT use single side only paper that is

❏ Not approved for use as plain paper

Special Paper

You can print continuously with special paper. However, this could affect the media feed, depending on the media quality and printing environment. If problems occur, stop the continuous printing and print one sheet at a time.

Select this setting when special paper, for example, high-quality paper, is loaded as plain paper with a weight of 60–90 g/m.

Capacity Tray 1

Tray 2

Tray 3

Orientation Tray 1

Tray 2/3

Driver Media Type

Special Paper (60–90 g/m)

Up to 100 sheets, depending on the paper weight.

Up to 250 sheets, depending on the paper weight.

Up to 500 sheets, depending on the paper weight.

Face down

Face up

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Weight

Duplexing

60–90 g/m

See “Print Media” on page 58 for supported sizes.

Use special paper that is

❏ Approved for laser printers

DO NOT use special paper that is

❏ Not approved for use as plain paper

Printable Area

The printable area on all media sizes is up to 4.2 mm from the edges of the media.

a=4.2 mm

* Printable Area

Each media size has a specific printable area (the maximum area on which the printer can print clearly and without distortion).

This area is subject to both hardware limits (the physical media size and the margins required by the printer) and software constraints (the amount of memory available for the full-page frame buffer). The printable area for all media sizes is the page size minus 4.2 mm from all edges of the media.

Note:

When printing in color on legal-size media, the following limitations apply.

❏ The printable area is 347.2 mm from the leading edge of the paper. (However, there is a

non-printable area up to 4.2 mm from the leading edge.)

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❏ The bottom margin is 14.2 mm.

Envelopes

Envelopes can only be printed on their front sides (side where the recipient’s address is written). In addition, printing on the front side in the area overlapping the back flap cannot be guaranteed. The location of this area differs depending on the envelope type.

a=4.2 mm

Front side (can be printed)

Back side (cannot be printed)

1. Non-printable area

2. Non-guaranteed printable area

3. Guaranteed printable area

Note:

The envelope print orientation is determined by your application.

Page Margins

Margins are set through your application. Some applications allow you to set custom page sizes and margins while others have only standard page sizes and margins from which to choose. If you choose a standard format, you may lose part of your image (due to printable area constraints). If you can custom-size your page in your application, use those sizes given for the printable area for optimum results.

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Loading Media

Note:

❏ Do not mix media of different types and sizes, as this will cause media misfeeds or machine trouble.

❏ Paper edges are sharp and may cause injuries.

When refilling media, first remove any media remaining in the tray. Stack it with the new media, even the edges, then reload it.

Tray 1 (Manual Feed Tray)

For details on the types and sizes of media that can be printed from Tray 1, refer to “Print Media” on page 58.

1. Open Tray 1.

2. Slide the media guides to provide more space between them.

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3. Press down on the center of the paper-lifting plate until the left and right locking tabs (white) lock into place.

4. Load the paper face down in the tray.

Note:

❏ Do not load so much paper that the top of the stack is higher than the maximum limit guide. Up to

100 sheets (80 g/m [22 lb]) of plain paper can be loaded into the tray at one time.

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❏ For the maximum paper capacity for each paper source, see “Media Types” on page 60.

❏ Before loading envelopes, press them down to make sure that all air is removed, and make sure

that the folds of the flaps are firmly pressed; otherwise the envelopes may become wrinkled or a media misfeed may occur.

❏ For envelopes with the flap along the long edge (Envelope C6, Envelope Monarch, and Envelope

DL), load the envelopes with the flap side up.

5. Slide the media guides against the edges of the paper.

6. Select PAPER MENU/PAPER SOURCE/TRAY 1/PAPER SIZE and PAPER TYPE in the configuration menu, and then select the setting for the size and type of paper that are loaded. See also “PAPER MENU” on page 33.

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Tray 2

1. Pull out Tray 2.

2. Press down the media pressure plate to lock it into place.

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3. Slide the media guides to provide more space between them.

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4. Load the paper face up in the tray.

Note:

❏ Do not load above the d mark. Up to 250 sheets (80 g/m [22 lb]) of plain paper can be loaded into

the tray at one time.

❏ For the maximum paper capacity for each paper source, see “Media Types” on page 60.

5. Slide the media guides against the edges of the paper.

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6. Close Tray 2.

7. Select PAPER MENU/PAPER SOURCE/TRAY 2/PAPER SIZE and PAPER TYPE in the configuration menu, and then select the setting for the size and type of paper that are loaded. See also “PAPER MENU” on page 33.

500-Sheet Paper Cassette Unit (Tray 3)

1. Pull out Tray 3.

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2. Press down the media pressure plate to lock it into place.

3. Slide the media guides to provide more space between them.

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4. Load the paper face up in the tray.

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Note:

Do not load above the d mark. Up to 500 sheets (80 g/m [22 lb]) of plain paper can be loaded into the tray at one time.

5. Slide the media guides against the edges of the paper.

6. Close Tray 3.

7. Select PAPER MENU/PAPER SOURCE/TRAY 3/PAPER TYPE in the configuration menu, and then select the setting for the type of paper that is loaded. See also “PAPER MENU” on page 33.

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Duplexing (Epson AcuLaser C3900DN only)

Select paper with high opacity for duplex (double-sided) printing. Opacity refers to how effectively paper blocks out what is written on the opposite side of the page. If the paper has low opacity (high translucency), then the printed data from one side of the page will show through to the other side. Check your application for margin information. For best results, print a small quantity to make sure the opacity is acceptable.

Note:

Only plain paper, special paper and thick stock, 60–210 g/m can be autoduplexed. See “Print Media” on page 58. Duplexing envelopes, letterhead, labels, postcards, glossy media or single side only papers is not supported.

Check your application to determine how to set your margins for duplex (double-sided) printing.

The following Binding Position settings are available.

If “Short Edge” is selected, the pages will be laid out to flip at the top.

If “Long Edge” is selected, the pages will be laid out to flip at the side.

In addition, if “N-up” has been set to “Booklet”, autoduplex printing is performed.

The following Order settings are available when “Booklet” is selected.

If “Left Binding” is selected, the pages can be folded as a left-bound booklet.

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If “Right Binding” is selected, the pages can be folded as a right-bound booklet.

1. Load plain paper into the tray.

2. From the printer driver, specify duplex (double-sided) printing (Layout tab in Windows).

3. Click OK.

Note:

With autoduplexing, the back side is printed first, and then the front side is printed.

Output Tray

All printed media is output to the face-down output tray on top of the printer. This tray has a capacity of approximately 200 sheets (A4/Letter) of 80 g/m paper.

Note:

❏ If the media is stacked too high in the output tray, your printer may experience media misfeeds,

excessive media curl, or static buildup.

❏ If the paper curls and falls out of the output tray when printing thick paper, extend the paper stopper

at the end of the tray extension before printing.

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Media Storage

❏ Keep media on a flat, level surface in its original wrapper until it is time to load it.

Media that has been stored for a long time out of its packaging may dry up too much and cause misfeeding.

❏ If media has been removed from its wrapper, place it in its original packaging and store in a cool,

dark place on a level surface.

❏ Avoid moisture, excessive humidity, direct sunlight, excessive heat (above 35˚C [95˚F]), and dust.

❏ Avoid leaning media against other objects or placing it in an upright position.

Before using stored media, do a trial print to check print quality.

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Chapter 6

Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Parts

Note:

❏ Failure to follow instructions as outlined in this manual could result in voiding your warranty.

❏ If an error message (REPLACE TONER, FUSER UNIT END OF LIFE, etc.) appears, print out the

configuration page, and then check the status of the other consumables. For details on the error messages, refer to “Error Messages (Warning)” on page 141. For details on printing the configuration page, refer to “Printing a Configuration Page” on page 115.

About Toner Cartridges

Your printer uses four toner cartridges: black, yellow, magenta, and cyan. Handle the toner cartridges carefully to avoid spilling toner inside the printer or on yourself.

Note:

❏ When replacing the toner cartridges, install only new cartridges. If a used toner cartridge is installed,

the amount of remaining toner may not appear correctly.

❏ Do not open the toner cartridge unnecessarily. If toner is spilled, avoid inhaling it or allowing it to

come in contact with your skin.

❏ If toner gets on your hands or clothes, immediately wash them with soap and water.

❏ If toner was inhaled, move to an area with fresh air, and gargle thoroughly with a large quantity of

water. If conditions such as coughing appear, seek professional medical attention.

❏ If toner gets in your eyes, immediately flush them with water for at least 15 minutes. If any irritation

persists, seek professional medical attention.

❏ If toner gets in your mouth, thoroughly rinse it, and then drink 1 to 2 cups of water. If necessary, seek

professional medical attention.

❏ Store toner cartridges out of the reach of children.

Note:

The use of non-genuine toner cartridges may result in unstable performance. In addition, any damage caused by the use of non-genuine toner cartridges is not covered by the warranty, even if it occurs during the warranty period. (Although damage is not certain to result from using non-genuine toner cartridges, we strongly recommend that you use genuine toner cartridges.)

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Type Parts Number

Toner Cartridge (Yellow) 0590

Toner Cartridge (Magenta) 0591

Toner Cartridge (Cyan) 0592

Toner Cartridge (Black) 0593

Double Toner Cartridge (Black) 0594

Note:

For optimum print quality and performance, use only the corresponded TYPE genuine Epson toner cartridges.

Keep toner cartridges:

❏ In their packaging until you’re ready to install them.

❏ In a cool, dry location away from sunlight (due to heat).

The maximum storage temperature is 35˚C (95˚F) and the maximum storage humidity is 85% (noncondensing). If the toner cartridge is moved from a cold place to a warm, humid place, condensation may occur, degrading print quality. Allow the toner to adapt to the environment for about one hour before use.

❏ Level during handling and storage.

Do not turn cartridges upside down; the toner inside the cartridges may become caked or unequally distributed.

❏ Away from salty air and corrosive gases such as aerosols.

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Replacing a Toner Cartridge

Note:

Be careful not to spill toner while replacing a toner cartridge. If toner spills, immediately wipe it off with a soft, dry cloth.

If TONER LOW on the SYS DEFAULT MENU/ENABLE WARNING is set to ON, the message TONER LOW X (where “X”. represents the color of the toner) appears when toner cartridge becomes near empty. Follow the steps below to replace the toner cartridge.

Note:

If TONER LOW on the SYS DEFAULT MENU/ENABLE WARNING is set to OFF, you are advised to replace the indicated toner cartridge when the message REPLACE TONER X appear.

1. Open the printer’s front cover.

2. Pull the front lever of the color toner cartridge indicated to the left.

The replacement procedure for the toner cartridge is the same for all colors (yellow: Y, magenta: M, cyan: C, and black: K). The following instructions show the procedure to replace the toner cartridge (Y).

Y M C K

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3. Grab the handle of the toner cartridge to be replaced, and then pull out the cartridge. The following instructions show the procedure to replace the toner cartridge(Y).

Note:

Dispose of the used toner cartridge according to your local regulations. Do not burn the toner cartridge. For details, refer to “About Toner Cartridges” on page 81.

4. Check the color of the new toner cartridge to be installed.

5. Remove the toner cartridge from the bag.

6. Shake the cartridge to distribute the toner.

3 Z

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7. Peel off the protective film from the right side of the toner cartridge.

8. Make sure that the toner cartridge is the same color as the printer compartment, and then insert the toner cartridge into the printer.

Note:

Fully insert the toner cartridge.

9. Pull the lever to the right to lock it in place.

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Note:

❏ The front lever should be securely returned to its original position; otherwise, the front cover of

the printer cannot be closed.

❏ If it is difficult to operate the lever, push it in.

10. Make sure that the toner cartridge is securely installed, and then peel off the protective film.

11. Close the front cover.

Note:

When closing the front cover, press the area of the cover with small projections.

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Replacing a Photoconductor Unit

Type Parts Number

Photoconductor Unit (Yellow) 1201

Photoconductor Unit (Magenta) 1202

Photoconductor Unit (Cyan) 1203

Photoconductor Unit (Black) 1204

Note:

Do not touch the OPC drum surface. This could lower image quality.

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If P/U LOW on the SYS DEFAULT MENU/ENABLE WARNING is set to ON, the message P/U LOW X (where “X”. represents the color of the toner) appears when a photoconductor unit becomes near empty. Follow the steps below to replace the photoconductor unit.

Note:

You are advised to replace the indicated photoconductor unit when the message P/U LIFE X appears.

1. Check the message window to see which color photoconductor unit needs replacing.

2. Open the printer’s front cover.

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3. Pull the front lever of the color toner cartridge indicated to the left.

The replacement procedure for the photoconductor unit is the same for all colors (yellow: Y, magenta: M, cyan: C, and black: K). The following instructions show the procedure to replace the toner cartridge (K).

Y M C K

4. Grab the handle of the toner cartridge to be removed, and then pull out the cartridge.

Note:

Do not tilt removed toner cartridge, otherwise toner may spill.

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5. Pull up the waste toner bottle to unlock it.

6. Grab the left and right handles of the waste toner bottle, and then slowly pull out the bottle.

Note:

Do not tilt removed waste toner box, otherwise waste toner may spill.

7. While pressing down the area marked “Push” on the photoconductor uni t t o b e r ep la ce d, sl id e the unit completely out of the printer.

The following instructions show the procedure to replace the photoconductor unit (Black).

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Note:

Dispose of the used photoconductor unit according to your local regulations. Do not burn the photoconductor unit.

8. Check the color of the new photoconductor unit to be installed.

Note:

In order to prevent toner from spilling, leave the photoconductor unit in the bag until step 7 is being performed.

9. Remove the photoconductor unit from the bag.

10. Hold the photoconductor unit with both hands, and then shake it twice as shown in the illustration.

Note:

Do not grab the bottom of the bag; otherwise, the photoconductor unit may be damaged, resulting in decreased print quality.

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11. Remove the protective cover from the photoconductor unit. Remove all packing tape from the photoconductor unit.

12. Remove the paper from the photoconductor unit. Remove the protective cover from the photoconductor unit.

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13. Make sure that the new photoconductor unit to be installed is the same color as the printer compartment, and then insert the photoconductor unit into the printer so it locks.

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14. Press in on the waste toner bottle until it locks into place.

15. Make sure that the toner cartridge is the same color as the printer compartment, and then insert the toner cartridge into the printer.

Note:

Fully insert the toner cartridge.

16. Pull the lever to the right to lock it in place.

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Note:

❏ The front lever should be securely returned to its original position; otherwise, the front cover of

the printer cannot be closed.

❏ If it is difficult to operate the lever, push it in.

17. Close the front cover.

Note:

When closing the front cover, press the area of the cover with small projections.

Replacing the Waste Toner Bottle (0595)

When the waste toner bottle becomes full, the message WASTE TONER FULL/REPLACE BOTTLE appears in the message window. The printer stops and will not start again until the waste toner bottle is replaced.

1. Open the printer’s front cover.

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2. Pull up the waste toner bottle to unlock it.

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3. Grab the left and right handles of the waste toner bottle, and then slowly pull out the bottle.

Note:

Do not tilt removed waste toner box, otherwise waste toner may spill.

4. Remove the new waste toner bottle from its packaging. Insert the used waste toner bottle into the plastic bag included in the box, and then box it up.

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Note:

Dispose of the used waste toner bottle according to your local regulations. Do not burn the waste toner bottle.

5. Press in on the waste toner bottle until it locks into place.

6. Close the front cover.

Note:

❏ When closing the front cover, press the area of the cover with small projections.

❏ If the waste toner bottle is not fully inserted, the front cover cannot be closed.

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Replacing the Backup Battery

When the backup battery is at its end of life, the printer’s date and time cannot be retained. Follow the procedure described below to replace the backup battery.

Note:

Only use the coin-shaped 3V lithium battery CR2032. It’s very important to protect the printer controller board and any associated circuit boards from electrostatic damage. Before performing this procedure, review the antistatic caution on“Antistatic Protection” on page 146. In addition, always handle circuit boards by the edges only.

1. Turn off the printer and disconnect the power cord and interface cables.

2. Using a screwdriver, remove two screws.

3. Slide the panel slightly to the down and lift it off the printer.

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4. Remove the backup battery.

5. Insert a new backup battery.

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Note:

❏ When inserting the new backup battery, be sure that the + side faces front.

❏ Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to

your local regulations. Do not burn the backup battery.

6. Reinstall the panel and tighten two screws.

7. Reconnect all interface cables.

8. Reconnect the power cord, and turn on the printer.

9. Use DATE on the SYS DEFAULT MENU/CLOCK menu to set the date, and use TIME on the SYS DEFAULT MENU/CLOCK menu to set the time.

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Replacing the Fuser Unit (3041/3042)

When the time to replace the fuser unit is reached, the message FUSER UNIT/END OF LIFE appears. Printing can continue even after this message appears; however, since the print quality is reduced, the fuser unit should be replaced immediately.

1. Turn off the printer.

Note:

There are extremely hot parts within the machine. Before replacing the fuser unit, wait about 40 minutes after turning off the machine, and then check that the fusing section has reached room temperature, otherwise, you may get burnt.

2. Pull the lever, and then open the right side cover.

Note:

Before opening the right side cover, fold up Tray 1.

3. Open the eject cover.

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4. Open the fuser unit cover.

5. Pull down the 2 levers.

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6. Remove the fuser unit.

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7. Prepare a new fuser unit.

Note:

Be careful not to touch the surface of the fuser roller.

8. Pull down the 2 levers of a new fuser unit.

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9. Insert the fuser unit until it locks into place.

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Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Copyright Notice

Software License Agreement

About Adobe Color Profile

ICC Profile for TOYO INK Standard Color on Coated paper (TOYO Offset Coated 3.0)

DIC STANDARD COLOR PROFILE LICENSE AGREEMENT

Contents

Introduction

Getting Acquainted with Your Printer

Space Requirements

Printer Parts

Software Disc

PostScript Drivers/PCL Drivers

PPD Files

Documentation

System Requirements

Using the Printer Driver

Selecting Driver Options/Defaults (for Windows)

Uninstalling the Printer Driver (for Windows)

Using the PostScript and PCL Printer Driver

Common Buttons

Advanced Tab (PostScript Printer Driver Only)

My Tab

Basic Tab

Layout Tab

Cover Page Tab

Watermark/Overlay Tab

Quality Tab

Other Tab

Limitations on printer driver functions installed with Point and Print

Printer Control Panel and Configuration Menu

About the Control Panel

Control Panel Indicators and Keys

Message Window

Help Screens

Configuration Menu Overview

PROOF/PRINT MENU

Entering the Password

PRINT MENU

PAPER MENU

QUALITY MENU

MEMORY DIRECT

INTERFACE MENU

SYS DEFAULT MENU

MAINTENANCE MENU

Memory Direct

Memory Direct

Printing From a Connected USB Memory Device

Media Handling

Print Media

Specifications

Media Types

Printable Area

Loading Media

Tray 1 (Manual Feed Tray)

Tray 2

500-Sheet Paper Cassette Unit (Tray 3)

Duplexing (Epson AcuLaser C3900DN only)

Output Tray

Media Storage

Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Parts

About Toner Cartridges

Replacing a Toner Cartridge

Replacing a Photoconductor Unit

Replacing the Waste Toner Bottle (0595)

Replacing the Backup Battery

Replacing the Fuser Unit (3041/3042)