Konica Minolta COLOR PAGEPRO L Manual

As an ENERGY STARâ Partner, we have determined that this machine meets the ENERGY STARâ Guidelines for energy efficiency.

What is an ENERGY STARâ Printer ?

ENERGY STARâ Printers have a feature that allows them to automatically “go to sleep” after a period of inactivity. This auto-feature can reduce a machine’s annual electricity cost by 60 percent.

Foreword

This manual explains the functions and operation of the printer. It also gives some troubleshooting tips as well as general precautions to be observed when operating this printer.

To ensure the best performance and effective use of your printer, please read this manual carefully from cover to cover. After you have read through the manual, keep it near your printer for future reference. It should help in solving any operational questions you may have.

Trademark acknowledgments

Color PagePro is a trademark of Minolta in Europe, Japan and Asia. Minolta is a registered trademark of MINOLTA CO., LTD.

Adobe, the Acrobat, AdobePS, and PostScript are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated or its subsidiaries and may be registered in certain juridictions.

Agfa and Agfa Intelifont, Agfa Font Manager are registered trademarks of Agfa Corporation.

TrueType are registered trademarks of Apple Computer Inc.

IBM, PC/ AT and PS/ 2 are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.

Microsoft, MS-DOS, Excel, Windows 3.1, Windows NT, Windows 95 and Windows 98 are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Novell, NetWare, and NDS are registered trademarks of Novell Inc.

All other brand or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies or organizations.

Please follow the instructions given in this manual when handling your printer and do not touch any part of the machine which the manual does not cover. NEVER attempt to disassemble or remodel the printer.

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Safety Information

–The printer should be plugged into an electrical outlet that is easily accessible.

–After installing the network card, be sure to replace the cover and secure it with the screws provided.

–When moving the printer, two people are required to lift it carefully as explained in Chapter 1 of the instructions.

LASER SAFETY

This is a page printer which operates by means of a laser. There is no possibility of danger from the laser, provided the printer is operated according to the instructions in this manual. Since radiation emitted by the laser is completely confined within protective housing, the laser beam cannot escape from the machine during any phase of user operation.

INTERNAL LASER RADIATION (For All Users)

Maximum Radiation Power: 1.0 × 10-3 (W) Wavelength: 770810 (nm)

This is a class IIIb Laser Diode Assy. that has an invisible laser beam. The printer head unit is NOT A FIELD SERVICE ITEM. Therefore, the printer head unit should not be opened under any circumstances.

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LASER SAFETY

For Users in Denmark

ADVERSEL

Usynlig laserstråling ved åbning, når sikkerhedsafbrydere er ude af funktion. Undgå udsættelse for stråing.

Klass 1 laser produkt der opfylder IEC 825 sikkerheds Kravene.

For Users in Finland and Sweden

LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE

KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT

VEROITUS

Laitteen Käyttäminen muulla kuin tässä käyttöohjeessa mainitulla tavalla saattaa altistaa käyttäjän tuvallisuusluokan 1 ylittävälle näkymättörmälle lasersäteiylle.

VERNING

Om apparaten används på annat sätt än i denna bruksanvisning specificerats, kan användaren utsättas för osynlig laserstrålning som överskrider gränsen för laser klass 1.

VARO!

Avattaessa ja suojalukitus ohitettaessa olet alttiina näkymättömälle lasersäteilylle. Äjä katso säteeseen.

VARNING!

Osynling laserstråining när denna del är öppnad och spärren är urkopplad. Betrakta ej stråien.

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LASER SAFETY

For Users in Norway

ADVERSEL

Dersom apparatet brukes på annen måte enn spesifisert i denne bruksanvisning, kan brukeren utsettes for unsynlig laserstråling som overskrider grensen for laser klasse 1.

Dette er en halvleder laser. Maksimal effeckt til laserdiode er 10 × 10-3 W og bølgelengde er 770-810 nm.

For All Other Users

WARNING

Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified in this manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

This is a semiconductor laser. The maximum power of the laser diode is 1.0 × 10-3 W and the wavelength is 770810 nm.

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USER INSTRUCTIONS

For Users in Australia and New Zealand

WARNING

This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

For All Users

WARNING

This device must be used with shield interface cables. The use of nonshielded cable is likely to result in interference with radio communications and is prohibited under the EMC regulations of your country. Especially parallel interface cables must be used accessories.

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CE Marking (Declaration of Conformity) for Users in the European Union (EU)

We declare under our sole responsibility that the printer and option to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the specifications below. This declaration is valid for the area of the European Union (EU) only.

Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking

	Product Type	Laser Beam Printer
	Product Name	Color PagePro L
	Options	250 Sheet Third Cassette Unit
		Network Interface Card (4179-371: Ethernet)
	Standard	Safety: EN60 950/1992 with Amendments 1, 2 and 3
		Safety of information technology equipment, including electrical
		business equipment
		EN 60 825-1/1991
		: Radiation safety of laser products, equipment classification,
		requirements and user’s guide
		EMC: EN 55 022 (Class B)/1994 with A1/1995
		: Limits and method for measurement of radio disturbance
		characteristic of information technology equipment (ITE)
		EN61000-3-2 (ClassA)/1995
		: Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 3: Limits Section 2:
		Limits for harmonic current emissions (equipment input ≤16A per
		phase)
		EN61000-3-3/1995
		: Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 3: Limits Section 3:
		Limitation of voltage fluctuations and flicker in Low-voltage
		supply systems for equipment with rated current ≤16A
		EN50082-1/1992
		: Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Generic immunity
		standard Part 1: Residential, commercial and light industry
		IEC 801-2/1991: Electrostatic discharge requirement
		IEC 801-3/1984: Radiated electromagnetic field requirement
		IEC 801-4/1994: Electrical fast transient/burst requirement
	EC Directive	Safety: 73/23/EEC / Year of first marking with CE: 1998
		EMC: 89/336/EEC and 93/68/EEC

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OZONE RELEASE

For All Users

During printer operation, a small quantity of ozone is released. This amount is not large enough to harm anyone adversely. However, be sure the room where the printer is being used has adequate ventilation, especially if you are printing a high volume of materials, or if the printer is being used continuously over a long period.

WARNING LABEL

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Features

1.High quality printing

•Clear text and excellent graphics supported by 3 different resolution settings: 600 × 600 dpi, 1,200 × 600 dpi and 2,400 × 600 dpi.

•Excellent graphics (131 lpi, 128 gray levels)

•Super Fine Micro Toning (Fine-MT) developing system

•8µm small particle toner

•Color matching technology

–Windows 95/ Windows 98 ICM

–Printer embedded color matching

2.Printer Description Language (PDL)

•Windows

•Adobe PostScript Level 2 equivalent (Z Script)

3.High speed printing

•Full color 3ppm, B/W 12ppm

•High performance RISC processor

–Hitachi HD6437034F20/20 MHZ

•High speed data transfer

–IEEE 1284 IEEE1284-C, ECP/EPP compliant interface

–Network option (Ethernet)

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4.Versatile paper handling

• Transparency, labels, thick paper, envelopes

5.Compact size

•Width 505mm/ 20"

•Depth 530mm/ 20-3/4"

•Height 403mm/ 15-3/4"

6.Network ready with option

• Ethernet

Server: Windows NT, NetWare 3.X/ 4.X (Bindery & NDS)

Client: Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 3.1,

Windows NT Workstation 4.0

7.Easy maintenance and operation

•Easy maintenance with cartridge type supplies

•GUI driver

8.Environmentally friendly

•Ozone free

•Power save mode (Energy Star compliant)

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Symbols and Terms

This manual uses the following symbols and terms:

ATTENTION

This symbol indicates that a specified course of action is required to avoid causing damage or injury. Please be sure to follow the instructions in this manual exactly, whenever you see this symbol.

This symbol is found at the following locations: “Changing the Oiling Roller”, “Changing the Fusing Unit and Image Transfer Roller Unit”, “Cleaning the Printer” and “Clearing a Paper Misfeed”.

Note

This indicator is used to identify sections that require special attention.

Action Prohibited

This symbol is used over illustrations throughout this manual to indicate that a specified course of action must not be taken. Do not follow examples that are superimposed with this symbol.

example:

LED Display

The lit, blinking and unlit LED patterns of the Control Panel display the following messages.

On	Off	Blinking

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	Contents
CONTENTS
Chapter 1: Introduction
Precautions for Use ............................................	1-1
Operating Environment ....................................	1-1
Using the Printer ..............................................	1-2
Care of Printer Supplies...................................	1-4
Moving the Printer............................................	1-5
Chapter 2: Using the Printer
The Printer, Parts and Supplies .........................	2-1
Printer ..............................................................	2-1
Supplies and Units...........................................	2-5
Control Panel ...................................................	2-9
Indicator Lights ..............................................	2-10
Action Key......................................................	2-10
Operation and Warning Labels ......................	2-15
Turning the Printer ON and OFF ......................	2-17
Paper ..................................................................	2-19
Type ...............................................................	2-19
Size ................................................................	2-19
Capacity.........................................................	2-20
Printable Area ................................................	2-21
Paper Supplies...............................................	2-21

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Loading Paper ...................................................	2-23
Loading Plain Paper/ Recycled Paper ...........	2-23
Loading Transparencies and Labels ..............	2-31
Loading Special Paper (Letterhead/
Envelopes/ Postcards/ Thick Paper) ..............	2-39
Printing...............................................................	2-43

Canceling a Print Job Directly at the Printer .. 2-45

Chapter 3: Printer Driver and Status Display
Using the Printer Driver Under Windows 95/
Windows 98 .........................................................	3-2
Displaying the Printer Driver Window ..............	3-3
Exiting the Printer Driver..................................	3-3
Using the 32-bit SuperDriver Setup Dialog ......	3-4
Common Buttons .............................................	3-5
Choosing Menu Settings..................................	3-5
Driver Settings.....................................................	3-7
Paper ...............................................................	3-7
Page Layout ...................................................	3-11
Image .............................................................	3-17
Device Option ................................................	3-21
About .............................................................	3-22
Processing .....................................................	3-23

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Using the Printer Driver Under
Windows NT 4.0.................................................	3-24
Displaying the Printer Driver Window ............	3-25
Exiting the Printer Driver................................	3-25
Common Buttons ...........................................	3-26
Choosing Menu Settings................................	3-26
Driver Settings...................................................	3-27
Paper .............................................................	3-27
Page Layout...................................................	3-31
Image .............................................................	3-37
Device Option ................................................	3-41
About .............................................................	3-42
Using the Printer Status Display......................	3-43
Opening the Printer Status Display................	3-43
Using the Printer Status Display ....................	3-44
Controlling Pop Up Messages .......................	3-45
Switching Between the Expanded and
Reduced Views ..............................................	3-46
On-line Help ...................................................	3-46
Displaying Printer Information........................	3-47

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Chapter 4: Maintaining Your Printer
Changing Cartridges...........................................	4-1
Changing the Toner Cartridge .........................	4-1
Changing the Drum Cartridge, Waste Bottle
and Oiling Roller ............................................	4-11
Changing the Fusing Unit and Image Transfer
Roller Unit ......................................................	4-23
Changing the Image Transfer Belt Unit ..........	4-31

Cleaning the Printer ..........................................	4-39
Cleaning the Outside .....................................	4-39
Cleaning the Inside ........................................	4-40
Chapter 5: Troubleshooting
How to Troubleshoot...........................................	5-1
Diagnosing Your Printer ...................................	5-1
Problems During Data Transmission
and the Print Cycle..............................................	5-3
Troubleshooting prior to the Transmission
of Data .............................................................	5-3
Troubleshooting the Print Cycle .......................	5-3
Messages ........................................................	5-5
Clearing a Paper Misfeed..................................	5-21
Improving Print Quality.....................................	5-30

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Chapter 6: Specifications
Specifications of Printer .....................................	6-1
Specifications of 250-sheet Third Cassette
Unit .......................................................................	6-7
Appendix A: Glossary
Appendix B: Quick Reference
Appendix C: Index
General Information
End User License Agreement ...............................	1
Addresses MINOLTA-Partners in Europe .............	9
MINOLTA Guarantee Certificate ..........................	13

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Introduction Chapter 1

Chapter 1

Introduction

Chapter 1

Introduction

Precautions for Use

Precautions for Use

Operating Environment

The operating environmental requirements of the printer are as follows.

Humidity (%)	• Temperature: 10°C (50°F) to
X	35°C (86°F) with a fluctuation
	of 10°C (18°F) per hour.
	• Humidity: 15% to 85% RH
	with a fluctuation of 20% per
	hour.

* The environmental zone marked “X” on the left represents a critical environment in which the printer can be left to stand. However, the manufacturer does not ensure optimal paper

Temperature (°C) passage performance and image production in this zone. Be sure

to operate the printer within the operating environment identified within the bold line.

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	Precautions for Use
	Using the Printer
	To ensure the optimum performance of the printer, follow the	1
		Chapter
	• NEVER open any printer door, or turn OFF the printer during
	precautions listed below.
	operation.	Introduction
	• NEVER bring any magnetized object or flammable gas or liquid
	near the printer.
	• NEVER pull on the power cord and ALWAYS hold the plug
	when unplugging it. A damaged cord could result in a fire or
	cause an electrical shock.
	• NEVER attempt to unplug the power cord with a wet hand, as it
	could cause an electrical shock.
	• ALWAYS unplug the power cord whenever attempting to move
	the printer. Moving the printer with the power cord plugged in
	can damage the cord, resulting in a fire or causing an electrical
	shock.
	• ALWAYS unplug the power cord when the printer is not to be
	used for an extended period of time.
	• NEVER remove any panel or cover unless the procedure is
	described in the user’s manual. The printer contains a high-volt-
	age component which can cause an electrical shock.
	• NEVER alter the engineering or mechanics of the printer, as a
	fire or electrical shock could result.
	• NEVER place a heavy object on the power cord nor pull or bend
	it, as a fire or electrical shock could result.
	• NEVER rest the printer upon the power cord or communications
	cables of other electrical equipment and do not allow such cords
	or cables to become lodged into the printer’s own mechanisms;
	equipment damage or fire could result.
	• NEVER drop paper clips, staples, or other small pieces of metal
	through the vents or other openings of the printer, as a fire or
	electrical shock could result.

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	Precautions for Use
	• NEVER place a vase or vessel containing water or other fluids
1	on or near the printer as this can cause a fire or electrical shock.
Chapter	Should fluid or any foreign object get inside the printer, immedi-
	ately turn it OFF, unplug the power cord, and call your technical
	representative. A fire or electrical shock could result if the printer
Introduction	is allowed to run without taking necessary action.
	technical representative. A fire or electrical shock could result if
	• NEVER leave the printer running should it become unusually
	hot, emit smoke, an unusual smell or noise. Should any of these
	occur, immediately turn OFF the printer, unplug it, and call your
	the printer is allowed to run without taking necessary action.

Note

= Locate the printer in a Well Ventilated Room =

A negligible amount of ozone is generated during normal operation of this printer. An unpleasant odor may, however, be created in poorly ventilated rooms during extensive printer operations. For a comfortable, healthy, and safe operating environment, it is recommended that the room be well ventilated.

Remarque

= Placer l’imprimante dans une pièce largement ventilée =

Une quantité d’ozone négligable est dégagée pendant le fonctionnement de l’imprimante quand celle-ci est utilisée normalement. Cependant, une odeur désagréable pent être ressentie dans les pièces dont l’aération est insuffisante et lorsqu’une utilisation prolongée de l’imprimante est effectuée. Pour avoir la certitude de travailler dans des conditions de confort, santé et sécurité, il est préférable de bien aérer la pièce où se trouve l’imprimante.

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	Precautions for Use
	Care of Printer Supplies
	Use the following precautions when handling the printer supplies	1
		Chapter
	• Avoid storing the supplies in any of the following places:
	(toner cartridge, drum cartridge, and paper).

A place subject to direct sunlight (the drum cartridge should not

be exposed to fluorescent light, either).	Introduction
A hot place or near an open flame
A humid place
A dusty place

•Surplus paper, which has been removed from its protective packaging but not yet loaded into the printer tray, should be sealed in a plastic bag and stored in a cool, dark place.

•Use only the toner cartridge and toner specifically designed for use with this printer.

•Keep supplies out of the reach of children.

•If your hands should come into direct contact with the toner, wash them with soap and water immediately.

Note

•When removing the drum cartridge from the printer, immediately wrap it in a thick cloth to protect it from light.

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Chapter 1

Introduction

Precautions for Use

Moving the Printer

Observe the following precautions when moving the printer.

• Since the printer weighs approximately 35kg (77-1/4 lbs.), two people are required to lift it carefully.

• If you need to transport the printer over a long distance, consult your technical representative.

Grips

Note: Moving the printer with a third cassette unit (option)

•The third cassette unit is attached to the printer through the coupling pins only. Moving the printer with the third cassette unit attached is not advised, as there is a strong possibility that the two pieces may separate and become damaged.

Be certain to move the printer and the third cassette unit separately.

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Chapter 2

Using the Printer

Using the Printer Chapter 2

Chapter 2

Using the Printer

The Printer, Parts and Supplies

The Printer, Parts and Supplies

Printer

1. Output tray

2. Power switch

3. Front cover

4. Control panel

5. Front cover lock release lever

6. Tray 1: multipurpose tray

7. Tray 2: 250 sheet second cassette

10. Grips

8. Tray 3: 250 sheet

third cassette 9. 250 sheet third (optional)

cassette unit (optional)

1.Output tray

The printed paper is output, face down onto this tray. The tray can hold up to 250 sheets of paper. p. 2-43

2.Power switch

Use to turn the printer ON and OFF. p. 2-17

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	The Printer, Parts and Supplies
3.	Front cover
	Open the cover by pulling the lever up and swinging the door
	down to replenish supplies such as the toner cartridge, or to
	clear a paper misfeed.
4.	Control panel		2
•	The LED’s shows the current status of the printer.		Chapter
	For more details, see “Control Panel”	p. 2-9
5.	Front cover lock release lever
	Pull down to unlock the front cover.		Printer
6.	Tray 1: multipurpose tray
•	Swing open toward you to load paper.		the
•	Holds up to 150 sheets of paper. p. 2-19		Using
7.	Tray 2: 250 sheet second cassette
	Holds up to 250 sheets of paper. p. 2-19
8.	Tray 3: 250 sheet third cassette (optional)
	Holds up to 250 sheets of paper. p. 2-19
9.	250 sheet third cassette unit (optional)
	Houses a third cassette, increasing paper capacity to 650 sheets
	when installed under the printer.
10.	Grips
• Two grips are provided on each side of the printer (four in all).
	Use to carry the printer during installation or relocation.
•	The printer requires two people to be lifted safety. p. 1-5

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	11. Network card panel
	12. Rear cover lock
2	release lever
Chapter

Using the Printer

13. Rear cover

15. Interface connector

14. Power cord socket

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	11.	Network card panel
		Use to mount the optional network card.
	12.	Rear cover lock release lever
		Pull down to swing open the rear cover.
	13.	Rear cover	2
			Chapter
		misfeed.
		Swing open to change the oiling roller assembly or clear a paper
	14.	Power cord socket	Printer
		Connect the power cord of the printer to this socket.
	15.	Interface connector	the
		Provides connection between the printer and host computer.
			Using

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The Printer, Parts and Supplies

Supplies and Units

1. Waste bottle		2. Toner cartridge

Chapter 2

3. Image transfer belt unit

Using the Printer

4. Drum cartridge

5. Image transfer roller unit

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1.	Waste bottle
•	Collects and contains unused toner.
•	Replace this bottle with a new one when it is full. p. 4-11
• Dispose of the old container in a plastic bag or according to local
	regulations.	2
•	There are four different color toner cartridges:	Chapter
2.	Toner cartridge
	Black, Yellow, Magenta (Red) and Cyan (Blue).

	•	Replace these cartridges with new ones when necessary.	Printer
		Dispose of old cartridges in a plastic bag or according to local
		regulations. p. 4-1	the
	3. Image transfer belt unit
			Using
	•	Transfers the image created by the drum cartridge onto paper.
		Handle with care. p. 4-31
	• Dispose of the old unit in a plastic bag or according to local regu-
		lations.
	4.	Drum cartridge
	•	Processes the image. Handle with care.
	•	Replace this cartridge with a new one when necessary. p. 4-11
	• Dispose of the old cartridge in a plastic bag or according to local
		regulations.
	5. Image transfer roller unit
	•	Transfers the image created by the drum cartridge onto paper.
		Handle with care. p. 4-23

• Dispose of the old unit in a plastic bag or according to local regulations.

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The Printer, Parts and Supplies

Chapter 2

Using the Printer

6. Oiling roller

7. Fusing unit

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