KONICA MINOLTA QMS magic 2 Getting Started Guide

QMS magicolor 2 Print System Getting Started

1800481-001B

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Proprietary Statement

The digitally encoded software included with your QMS magicolor 2 Print System is Copyrighted © 1998 by QMS, Inc. All Rights Reserved. This software may not be reproduced, modified, displayed, transferred, or copied in any form or in any manner or on any media, in whole or in part, without the express written permission of QMS, Inc.

1 Introduction

About the Printer ..........................................................................1-2

About the Documentation ...........................................................1-3

Standard Product Documentation 1-3 Related Documentation 1-5 Manuals on the CD-ROMs 1-5 About This Manual 1-8 Typographic Conventions 1-9

What's Next? ....................................... .......................................1-10

2 Setting Up Your Printer

Introduction ..................................................................................2-2

Finding a Good Location ................................................... .........2-2

Location Requirements 2-2 Power Requirements 2-3

Checking Shipment Contents ................................................... 2-4

Shipment Contents 2-4 Media 2-5

Registering the Printer ............................................................... 2-5

Unpacking the Printer ................................................................ 2-6

Getting Acquainted with Your Printer ....................................... 2-9

Installing Consumables ..................... ....................................... 2-10

OPC Belt Cartridge 2-10 Toner Cartridges 2-12 Fuser Oil Bottle and Cleaning Rolle r 2-13

Loading the Media Cassette ..................................................... 2-15

Prepare the Paper 2-15 Load the Cassette 2-15

Printing a Start-up Page ........................... ................................ 2-17

Installing Options ......................... ...... ....... ...... .......................... 2-18

Installation Troubleshooting ................................. ...... ....... ...... 2-18

What's Next? ............. ....... ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... 2-19

3 Connecting to a PC

Introduction ................................... ...... ............. ............. ............. .. 3-2

Overview 3-2

Making a Parallel Connection ..................................................... 3-3

What You Need for a Parallel Connection 3-3 Making the Connection 3-4

Making a Serial Connection ........................................................ 3-5

What You Need for a Serial Connection 3-5 Making the Connection 3-6

PC Printing Software ................................................................... 3-7

Installing a PostScript Printer Driver 3-7 Installing a QMS Level 2 Windows Driver 3-8 Notes on Installing Printer Description Files 3-12

Printing from the PC .................................. ................................ 3 -1 6

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If You Have Trouble ...................................................................3-17

What's Next? ....................................... .......................................3-17

4 Connecting to an Ethernet

Network

Introduction ..................................................................................4-2

Overview 4-2

Connect to the Network ...............................................................4-3

Install the CrownNet Software ....................................................4-3

Configure the Interface ................................................................4-4

EtherTalk Interface Configuration 4-4 OS/2 LAN Manager/LAN Server and Microsoft Windows

Network Interface Configuration 4-5 NetWare Interface Configuration (Netware 3.x) 4-5 NetWare Interface Configuration (Netware 4.x) 4-8 TCP/IP Interface Configuration 4-10

Configure the Network ...............................................................4-11

TCP/IP NetWork Configuration 4-11

Install the QMS CrownNet Print Utility or the QMS

Network Print Monitor ..... ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... .......4 -1 2

Where To Go From Here ............................................................4-12

If You Have Trouble ...................................................................4-13

What's Next? ....................................... .......................................4-13

5 Connecting to a Macintosh

Introduction ..................................................................................5-2

Overview 5-2

Making the Connection ....................... .........................................5-3

What You Need for the Connection 5-3 Making the Connection 5-4

Contents vii

Macintosh Printing Software ...................................................... 5-5

Installing Ma cintosh Utilities 5-5 Installing Maci ntosh Printer Drivers 5-6 Installing the QMS magicolor 2 PPD 5-7

Printing from the Macintosh . ....... ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... .. 5-9

If You Have Trouble ..................................................................... 5-9

What's Next? ............. ....... ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... .. 5-9

6 Using the Control Panel

Introduction ................................... ...... ............. ............. ............. .. 6-2

Message Window ......................................................................... 6-2

Setting the Message Window Language 6-3

Control Panel Indicators ............................................................. 6-3

Control Panel Keys ...................................................................... 6-4

Online, Copy, and Cancel Keys 6-4 Menu, Select, Previous, and Next Keys 6-5

What's Next? ............. ....... ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... .. 6-6

A QMS Customer Support

Sources of Support ............................ ....... ..................................A-2

Your QMS Vendor A-2 Your Application Vendor A-2 Q-FAX A-2 CompuServe A-3 Internet A-3 QMS Customer Response Center (CRC) A-4

QMS World-wide Offices .............................................................A-5

Index

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Introduction

In This Chapter . . .

n “About the Printer” on page 1-2 n “About the Documentation” on page 1-3 n “What's Next?” on page 1-10

About the Printer

The QMS

magicolor

2 Print System

comes in two models: CX and EX. An optional 250-sheet lower input

feeder is available for either model.

QMS

magicolor

n 24 MB RAM (upgradable to 384

MB)

n 300x300 and 600x600 dpi resolu-

tions; upgradable to 1200x600 dpi or 2400x600 dpi

n Flash ROM to hold system software

n 16 ppm (pages-per min ute ) mono chrome/4 ppm color print speed

(letter/A4 paper; 600x600 dpi)

n 250-sheet letter/A4 media cassette n PostScript Level 2, HP PCL 5c, HP-GL, and Line printer emulations n Centronics/IEEE 1284 parallel, RS-232C serial, and QMS CrownNet

Ethernet (EtherTalk, LAN Manager/LAN Server, NetWare, TCP/IP) interfaces

n Energy Star compliant

2 CX Print System

QMS

magicolor

n 80 MB RAM (upgradable to 384

MB)

n 300x300, 600x 600, 1200x 600, and

2400x600 dpi resolutions

n Hard disk to hold system software n Time-of-day clock

2 EX Print System

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About the Documentation

The documentation provides a window into the many capabilities of your printer. The more familiar you are with the documentation, the easier it’ll be for you to achiev e the results you want from your printer. This section gives you an idea of how we’ve organized information and which documents you’ll probably refer to the most.

Standard Product Documentation

magicolor

CD-ROM

magicolor

CD-ROM

magicolor

CD-ROM

QMS magicolor 2 Print System Getting Started

QMS magicolor 2 Print System Operation

(Adobe Acrobat PDF

format)

QMS magicolor 2 Print System Options

(Adobe Acrobat PDF

format)

QMS

magicolor Print System Reference

(Adobe Acrobat PDF

format)

You’re looking at this document right now. It introduces the printer and documentatio n; provid es instructi ons on getting the printer set up and running; and explains the control panel.

» Note:

This manual guides you through the day-to-day operation of your printer. It includes inf ormation on printin g files; adding print me dia, and re placi ng ton er . It also include s inf ormation on hand ling, cleaning, and maintaining your printe r; improving print quality; and troubleshooting printer problems.

Refer to this manual for infor mation on installing and using printer options: emulations, security key, memory upgrades , fonts , int erface s, Crown Cop y, hard disks, and system software updates.

Refer to this manual when you need to change your printer’s configuration. It also provides information on typefaces and fonts, job accounting, printer memory, and other advanced printer features. The system administrator should get the most use from this manual.

This manual is also in Adobe Acrobat PDF format on the magicolor 2 CD-ROM.

1-3Introduction

About the Documentation

Software Utilities

CD-ROM

Software Utilities

CD-ROM

Software Utilities

CD-ROM

Software Utilities

CD-ROM

Software Utilities

CD-ROM

QMS Crown Remote Console User’s Guide

(Adobe Acrobat PDF format)

QMS Crown Network Notes

(PostScript format)

QMS CrownNet Setup Guide

(Adobe Acrobat PDF format)

QMS CrownNet System Administrator’s Guide

(Adobe Acrobat PDF format)

QMS Crown Document Option Commands

(Adobe Acrobat PDF format)

This manu al describes how to use the Remote Console software to access printer information and change printer configuratio n settings from an ywhere on the network.

Refer to this document for network tips. It discusses 3Com 3+Open, Banyan VINES, LAN Manager-based LANs, Novell NetWare, TCP/IP, UNIX, DECnet, and VMS. In most cases, only advanced network users and system administrators need this information.

Refer to this manual for complete setup information on the QMS CrownNet Ethernet and QMS CrownNet TokenRing interfaces.

Refer to this manual when configuring the printer’s QMS CrownNet Ethernet or optional QMS CrownNet Token-Ring interface and when using the QMS CrownAdmin 3 software.

This manual lists and explains all QMS Document Option Commands (DOCs), software codes y ou inse rt in documents to enable printer f ea tures that can’t be accessed by your application or page description lan guage. Printer -supported DOCs are listed in appendix C, “Document Option Commands,” of the

Reference

advanced users or system administrators need this information.

manual. In most cases only

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About the Documentation

Manuals on the CD-ROMs

The manuals included on the

and

mentation

QMS Software Utilities

bat PDF format. We’ve also provided the Acrobat Reader and QuickTime programs on both CD-ROMs. The CD-ROM insert provides instructions on installing them.

About Adobe Acrobat Reader

QMS magicolor 2 Print System Docu-

CD-ROMs are in Adobe Acro-

Adobe Acrobat PDF-formatted manuals give you more flexibility and convenience than do hardcopy manuals when you have to access information. Here are some of the advantages PDF-formatted manuals provide:

n You can store the PDF manuals in a central location for access by

anyone on the network.

n You can view and print the manuals on Windows, Macintosh, and

UNIX platforms.

n You can view the manuals on web browsers using the Acrobat

plug-in.

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About the Documentation

n You can view the manuals on-screen in different forma ts (side-

by-side or two-up, one page at a time, scrolling two-up, article flow, and zooming capability up to 800%).

n You can conduct full-text searches through all of the manuals. n You can watch QuickTime video clips on Windows and Macintosh

platforms that enhance the text and illustrati ons for a numbe r of commonly performed procedures. (When installing the Reader, be sure to select the option to install QuickTime.)

n You can print only the manual pages that you need. n The PDF-formatted manuals have been enhanced for on-screen

viewing and navigation. Throughout each manual are numerous hotlinks to cross-reference points. The table of contents and the index are fully hotlinked to their respective page references, and all World Wide Web addresses are linked to their respective home pages.

We hope you enjoy using the Acrobat software to access the information in your manuals. They’ll never become dog-eared and yellowed or collect dust on some forgotten shelf with quick on-line access. Your PDF-formatted manuals will empower you to take full advantage of all the capabilities of your printer.

Using Adobe Acrobat Reader

When you use Acrobat to view your manuals, keep the following tips in mind for using some of the navigation features built into Acrobat and your manuals.

n You may view the document in three different styles: page only,

with bookmarks, or with thumbnails. Try each to see which you like best. Viewing with bookmarks will enable you to use a quick table of contents to move around the document.

n The toolbar also gives you quick access to page navigation fea-

tures. For example, you may click a button to advance (>) or reverse (<) one page, go to the start (|<) or end (>|) of the document, or use the history button (<<) to go to the previous pages you viewed. There are other buttons in the toolbar to change view or magnification of the document.

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Getting Started1-6

About the Documentation

n As you browse through the document the open hand tool will

sometimes turn into a pointing hand. You have discovered an embedded link in the manual. You will find these links in the table of contents, index, www addresses, and cross references. Click on the link to jump to a new location.

n You may discover a movie camera icon on Windows and

Macintosh platforms. Click the icon to play a QuickTime video clip of the procedure described in the text.

n Use the Acrobat Reader Online Help for a more complete expla-

nation of these features.

A Note on Media

All QMS manuals are also available in hard copy. In the US, call 1(800) 523-2696 for purchase information. Elsewhere, refer to appendix A, “QMS Customer Support.”

In addition, many applications, utilities, and printer drivers on the

QMS Software Utilities

Contact your QMS vendor for media availability and purchase information. You can also download many of these files via ftp from our World Wide Web Server at http:/www.qms.com, our ftp resource at ftp.qms.com, or CompuServe at go qmsprint. Refer to appendix A, “QMS Customer Support,” for sales and support locations and telephone numbers.

CD-ROM are available on alternate media.

1-7Introduction

About the Documentation

About This Manual

This manual contains detailed, illustrated instructions to guide you as you unpack and set up your printer and connect it to a host computer or network. In addition, it introduces you to the printer’s control panel.

Introduction

Setting Up Your

Printer

Connecting to a PC

Connecting to an

Ethernet Network

Connecting to a

Macintosh

Using the Control

Panel QMS Customer

Support

Presents an overview of the documentation and of the printer’s features.

Guides you in selecting a location for your printer and explains how to unpack and set up your printer.

Explains how to connect the printer to a PC using either the parallel or serial port.

Explains how to connect the printer to an Ethernet network using the Ethernet port and how to do the necessary printer and network configuration.

Explains how to connect the printer to a Macintosh using the optional LocalTalk port.

Introduces the parts of the printer control panel.

Provides product sales and support telephone numbers and describes how to communicate with QMS through CompuServe, the Internet, and Q-FAX

QMS magicolor 2

Getting Started1-8

About the Documentation

Typographic Conventions

The following typographic conventions are used in this manual:

Mixed-Case Courier

Mixed-Case Italic Courier

UPPERCASE COURIER

lowercase bold PostScript operators and DOS commands

lowercase italic

UPPERCASE File and utility names ↵ Press the Enter key (PC) or Return key

^ Press and hold down the Ctrl key (PC)

» Note:

Notes contain tips, extra information, or important information

Text you type, and messages and information displayed on the screen

Variable text you type; replace the italicized word(s) with information specific to your printer or computer

Information displayed in the printer message window

Variable information in text

(Macintosh)

In Adobe Acrobat PDF versions of the manual, click to play a QuickTime video clip of the procedure described in the text.

that deserves emphasis or reiteration.

▲ Caution:

Cautions present information that you need to know to avoid

equipment damage, process failure, or extreme annoyance.

M WARNING!

Warnings indicate the possibility of personal injury if a specific procedure is not performed exactly as described in the manual.

ACHTUNG!

Bitte halten Sie sich exakt an die im Handbuch beschriebene Vorgehensweise, da sonst Verletzungsgefahr bestehen könnte.

1-9Introduction

What's Next?

Chapter 2, “Setting Up Y our Printer,” explains how to find a good location for the printer, unpack the printer, install consumables (toner cartridges, belt cartridge, fuser oil, and fuser cleaning pad), load and install the standard media cassette, turn the printer on, and print a start-up page.

QMS magicolor 2

Getting Started1-10

Setting Up Your Printer

In This Chapter . . .

n “Introduction” on page 2-2 n “Finding a Good Location” on page 2-2 n “Checking Shipment Contents” on page 2-4 n “Registering the Printer” on page 2-5 n “Unpacking the Printer” on page 2-6 n “Getting Acquainted with Your Printer” on page 2-9 n “Installing Consumables” on page 2-10 n “Loading the Media Cassette” on page 2-15 n “Printing a Start-up Page” on page 2-17 n “Installing Options” on page 2-18

Introduction

This chapter explains how to set up your printer for the first time. It includes information on finding a good location for the printer, unpacking and checking the shipment contents, installing consumables (toner cartridges, OPC belt cartridge, fuser oil bottle, and cleaning pad), loading the media cassette, turning the printer on, and printing a start-up page.

Finding a Good Location

Location Requirements

n With enough space to allow adequate

ventilatio n a nd eas y servicing.

n Awa y from cooling and heating

sources, extreme temperature changes, direct sunli gh t, excessive dust, corrosive chemicals or vapors, water pipe s , re f rigerators, and any strong electromagnetic field (such as that created by an air conditioner),

n Away from items that can easily burn

(such as curtains) and items that produce excessive vibration.

Front

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n In an area with a temperature range

of 50°–90.5° F (10°–32.5° C) and relative humidity range of 20%–80%.

n At an altitude of 0–8202' (0–2500 m). n On a hard, level surface capable of

supporting the 79 lb (36 kg) printer . The printer must be placed within

1.5° of level.

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1 18"/45 cm

2 19.5"/50 cm

3 16"/40 cm

4 4"/10 cm

5 28"/70 cm

6 4"/10 cm

Finding a Good Location

n In a well-ventilated room. n Close to an easily accessible power supply. Don’t connect it to the

same electrical outl et as noi se -g ene ratin g equipment.

n Near your computer—6.5' (2 m) or less for an IEEE 1284 direc-

tional parallel connection; cables for other connections may be longer.

Power Requirements

n Your printer requires a properly grounded AC outlet with a rated

line voltage of 100 V, 120 V, or 220-240 V.

n The line voltage must remain within ±10 percent of the rated volt-

age for proper operation of the printer.

n The amperage capacity of the electrical outlet must be at least

1.2 times that used by the printer.

n The maximum electrical current required during operation is 10

amps for a 100 V system, 8.3 amps for a 120 V system, and 4 amps for a 220-240 V system.

n Noise-generating equipment should not be connected to the same

electrical outlet as the printer.

n The recommended frequency is 50–60 Hz ±2 Hz for a 100 V sys-

tem, 60 Hz ±2 Hz for a 120 V system, and 50 Hz ±2 Hz for a 220-240 V system.

2-3Setting Up Your Printer

Checking Shipment Contents

Energy Star Compliance

The QMS compliant with US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Energy Star regulations. After a specified period of inactivity, the printer changes to a lowpower state (the engine remains on, but the fuser turns off). When a print job is received, the printer returns to normal power within 90 seconds.

magicolor

2 Print System is

Checking Shipment Contents

Shipment Contents

Make sure that all items are included in your shipment before setting up your printer. If any items are missing or damaged, contact your shipping company or your QMS vendor. See appendix A, “QMS Customer Support,” for product sales and support information.

n 250-sheet letter/A4 media cassette n Consumables starter kit

2-4

— 4 starter toner cartridges (1 each black, cyan, magenta, and

yellow); at normal 5% coverage, the black cartridge will print 5,000 simplex letter/A4-size pages while the cyan, magenta,

and yellow cartridges will each print 3,000 pages — OPC belt cartridge — Fuser oil — Fuser cleaning roller — Fuser oil removal syringe

n Power cord

QMS magicolor 2 Print System Getting Started

QMS magicolor 2 Getting Started

(this manual)

QMS magicolor 2 Documentation

Registering the Printer

CD-ROM

— QMS magicolor 2 Print System Getting Started

— QMS magicolor 2 Print System Operation

— QMS magicolor 2 Print System Options

— QMS magicolor 2 Print System Reference

—Adobe Acrobat Reader 3.0 software

QMS Software Utilities

n Warranty and registration card

» Note:

Interface cables aren’t included in the shipment. If you need cables, contact your QMS vendor or a local computer store. See chapters 3, 4, and 5 of this manual for information on the type cable needed.

CD-ROM

(this manual)

Media

If you need alternate media, contact your QMS vendor for media availability and purchase information. (See appendix A, “QMS Customer Support,” for sales and support locations and telephone numbers.) You can also download some of these files via ftp from our World Wide Web Server at http:/www.qms.com, our ftp resource at ftp.qms.com, or CompuServe at go qmsprint.

Registering the Printer

You can register your printer through our World-Wide Web site, http://www.qms.com/support/prodreg. To register by mail, fill out and send in your warranty card. To register by telephone, in the US call QMS at (334) 633-4300. In other countries, refer to appendix A, “QMS Customer Support,” for the appropriate telephone number.

2-5Setting Up Your Printer

Unpacking the Printer

Save the packing materials in case you ev er ha v e to mo ve or ship the printer to a new location.

s Caution:

or you may damage it.

1 Remove everything except

2 Open the protective plastic

3 With another person’s help,

M WARNING!

Remove all packing materials before turning on the printer,

the printer from the shipping carton.

covering the printer.

lift the printer from the base tray, and place it in its permanent location.

When lifting or carrying the printer, use the carrying grips on the bottom sides of the printer.

The printer weighs approximately 64 lbs (29 kg)

without consumables. Do not attempt to lift the printer by yourself.

ACHTUNG!

Bitte versuchen Sie niemals, den Drucker alleine anzuheben oder zu transportieren.

Der Drucker hat ein Gewicht von ungefähr 29 kg.

Carrying Grips

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4 Remove any tape securing the front, top, and rear covers.

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5 Open the printer’s front cover.

Squeeze the latch near the upperright corner of the cover.

6 Remove any packing material from

the printer’s waste toner pack.

Ensure that the waste toner pack is reinserted into its cavity when finished.

Waste Toner Pack

Unpacking the Printer

Latch

7 Remove any other packing material from inside the printer’s

front cover and toner cartridge cavity.

8 Pull the latch to release the top

cover, and then open the cover.

2-7Setting Up Your Printer

Unpacking the Printer

9 Remove any packing mate-

rial from inside the printer.

10 Remove the orange

shipping spacers from between the fuser rollers.

» Note:

Save the spacers in case you need to repack the printer for relocation or shipping later.

11 Open the rear cover, and

remove any packing material.

Pull the handle on the rear cover to open it.

12 Close all the printer’s covers. 13 Remove the media cassette, and

then remove any packing material from the cassette.

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14 Slide the media cassette back into

the printer.

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Getting Acquainted with Your Printer

Before installing the consumables and operating the printer, you should become familiar with certain physical items:

Control panel

Output tray

Power switch

Media cassette

Top cover

Front cover

Interface panel

Ozone filter

AC power connector

Rear cover

2-9Setting Up Your Printer

Installing Consumables

OPC Belt Cartridge

s Caution:

sunlight. Always leave it in its protective bag until you’re ready to install it. Also, handle the cartridge carefully. The belt is also extremely sensitive to hand oils and scratches, both of which reduce print quality.

1 If it’s not already open, open the printer’s front cover.

s Caution:

2 Open the printer’s top cover . 3 Rotate up the two lock

4 Remove the protective sheet

The OPC belt is extremely sensitive to bright light and direct

This is necessary as it pulls the toner cartridges forw ard slightly to make room for the OPC belt cartridge. You could damage the OPC belt if you don’t do this.

levers (one on each side of the OPC belt cartridge opening) to prepare the opening for the cartridge.

from the cartridge, and then pull out the two orange tension-release pins (one on each side of the cartridge).

» Note:

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Save the spacers in case you need to repack the printer for relocation or shipping later.

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5 Holding the cartridge above

the printer, align the guide pins on the cartridge with the guide slots in the lock levers.

The white gear on the cartridge goes to the right, and the green surface of the cartridge faces you.

6 Gently guide the cartridge into the printer.

Installing Consumables

Caution: The cartridge should slide easily into the printer. Don’t force it.

7 Rotate the two lock lever s to

secure the OPC belt cartridge in the printer.

8 Close the printer’s front

cover.

2-11Setting Up Your Printer

Installing Consumables

Toner Cartridges

Your printer uses four toner cartridges: black, yellow, magenta, and cyan.

» Note:

The starter toner cartridges shipped with your printer contain half the capacity of replacement toner cartridges. In other words, the black starter toner cartr idg e will pri nt 5,000 image s (at normal 5% coverage) while the yellow, magenta, and cyan starter toner cartr idges will each pr int 3,000 ima ges (at nor mal 5% coverage).

1 Open the printer’s front

cover.

2 Remove the toner cartridges

from their shipping cartons.

3 Distribute the toner in the

cartridges.

Holding a cartridge with both hands, gently rock it from sideto-side five or six times.

4 Pull the tab. 5 Remove the orange protec-

tive cover from each cartridge.

Pull

Tab

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6 Install the four toner

cartridges.

Align each toner cartridge with its cartridge guides, and gently push the cartridg e into the printer.

Installing Consumables

Colored Labels

s Caution:

corresponds to a colored label to the right of the cartr i dge slots. Always install the toner cartridge in the slot with a label of the same color.

If a toner cartridge doesn’t slide in easily , don’t f orce it. Check that you’re installing the correct color toner cartridge into the correct slot. (Each cartridge is physically as well as visually keyed to ensure correct installation.) In addition, toner cartridges don’t snap into place and may appear not to be fully inserted; however, closing the font door will guide the cartridges into their final position.

7 Leave the printer’s front cover open for now.

Each toner cartridge has a colored label that

Fuser Oil Bottle and Cleaning Roller

1 Open the two cleaning r oller

lock levers by rotating them toward you.

2-13Setting Up Your Printer

Installing

Consumables

2 Lower the oil bottle into its

slot.

The tab on the side of the bottle must be on the right.

» Note:

Because the first oil bottle must prime the printer , it has less than the normal 12,000-page life expectancy.

3 Install the cleaning roller in

its slot.

The tab on the top of the cleaning roller must be on the left.

4 Close the two lock levers by

rotating them away from you.

5 Close all the printer’s

covers.

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Loading the Media Cassette

Prepare the Paper

1 Take a stack of about 250 sheets (

» Note:

2 Holding the stack with one hand, fan the sheets with the

3 Take off the top and bottom sheets.

Don’t unpack the media above the printer as this might

cause media particles to fall into the printer.

other hand.

This gets air through the sheets and prevents static buildup.

These sheets sometimes have residual glue buildup that could cause a media jam.

½ ream).

Load the Cassette

1 Remove the media cassette from the printer. 2 Adjust the media guides to fit the size paper you’re loading.

Squeeze the retainers at the ends of the left width guide and/or the length guide, move the guide to the appropriate location (media sizes are listed on the cassette) , and releas e the reta iners.

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Loading the Media Cassette

3 Push the media pressure

plate down to lock it in position.

4 Load the paper.

n A fill limit mark is provided

on the inside left side of the cassette.The media cassette holds 250 sheets

of 20 lb (75g/m

) paper. (Paper is packed in reams of 500 sheets.) Do not overfill the cassette.

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n The paper should face up

with its top towards the rear of the cassette. An arrow on the paper package label indicates the face-up side of the paper.

5 Slide the media cassette back into the printer.

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Printing a Startup Page

Printing a Start-up Page

1 Make sure the printer is

turned off.

2 Plug the printer into a

grounded, surge-protected, electrical outlet.

3 Turn on the printer.

Press in the power button near the bottom left of the printer. After a brief warm-up (typically

3 minutes) the printer produces a start-up page. More information about start-up pages is included in the

4 If the start-up page prints and the print quality is good, go on

to the next section, “Installing Options.”

Reference

manual.

» Note:

up page differ from the number of sheets/faces printed statistics in CrownView and on the consumables statistics page (Operator Control/Consumables/Print Statistics). The numbers on the startup page refer to the number of sheets/faces printed during the life of the printer. The numbers in CrownView and on the consumables statistics page refer to the number of sheets/faces printed to date during the current consumables tracking period (Administration/Consumables/Start Period menu).

If the start-up page doesn’t print or the print quality is not good, skip ahead to “Installation Tr oubleshooting” on page 2-18.

The number of sheets/faces printed statistics on the start-

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Installing Options

If you pu rchased any printer options, such as extra memory (SIMMs), emulations, an interface card, or an internal hard disk, install them now. If installation instructions are included with the option, follow them. If not, use the installation instructions in the

Options

manual.

Installation Troubleshooting

If you see this... It’s probably

because...

Colors aren’t registering properly.

CHECK WASTE TONER message

appears in the message window.

Printouts seem faded o n one sid e of the page.

The colors look drastically wrong.

The start-up page comes out skewed.

The OPC belt cartridge is not pushed all the way in.

The waste to ner pa ck isn’t properly installed.

The printer is not on a level enough surface.

The toner cartridges are not correctly installed.

The transfer unit was jarred open during the installation and needs to be closed.

Do this...

Repeat the steps in “OPC Belt Cartridge” on page 2-10.

Make sure it sits loosely in its compartment and that the top of the pack i s not w edged u nder the top of the compartment.

Level the printer surface. The slant of the surface holding the printer should not exceed 1.5° after the printer is placed on it (for example, a round pencil laid on the surface shouldn’t roll in any direction).

Check the toner cartridge installation. Refer to “Toner Cartridges” on page 2-12.

Refer to the “Troubleshooting” chapter in the for information on opening and closing the unit.

Operation

guide

If you’ve followed all of the instructions in this chapter and still have problems you can’t solve, see appendix A, “QMS Customer Support,” for information on getting help.

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QMS magicolor 2 Getting Started

What's Next?

Now that you’ve set up your printer and installed any options you might have purchased, refer to one of the following chapters to connect it either directly to a computer or to a network:

n Chapter 3, “Connecting to a PC” n Chapter 4, “Connecting to an Ethernet Network” n Chapter 5, “Connecting to a Macintosh”

What's Next?

2-19Setting Up Your Printer

Connecting to a PC

In This Chapter . . .

n “Introduction” on page 3-2 n “Making a Parallel Connection” on page 3-3 n “Making a Serial Connection” on page 3-5 n “PC Printing Software” on page 3-7 n “Printing from the PC” on page 3-16 n “If You Have Trouble” on page 3-17 n “What's Next?” on page 3-17

Introduction

This chapter explains how to connect your printer to a PC through either the parallel port or serial port.

» Note:

If you’re connecting to a PC through an Ethernet network, refer

to chapter 4, “Connecting to an Ethernet Network.”

Overview

1 Turn off both the printer and the PC. 2 Connect the printer to the PC.

n If you’re connecting to a PC through a parallel interface, con-

nect the printer to the PC as described in “Making a Parallel Connection” on page 3-3.

n If you’ re connecting to the PC through a serial interface, con-

nect the printer to the PC as described in “Making a Serial Connection” on page 3-5.

» Note:

3 Turn on both the printer and the PC. 4 Install a printer driver.

5 You’re ready to print.

If the printer is more than 6.5 feet (2 meters) from the PC, we recommend using a serial connection for better communication.

See “PC Printing Software” on page 3-7.

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Making a Parallel Connection

What You Need for a Parallel Connection

Interface cables are not included with your printer. If you’re replacing a printer, you may already have the necessary cables. If not, you’ll need to purchase the cables from your QMS vendor or a local computer store.

To connect your printer to a single PC, you need a parallel cable with a 36-pin male and a 25-pin male connector.

How to Choose a Parallel Cable

Your printer supports both Centronics parallel and IEEE 1284 bidirectional parallel communications. The type of parallel cable you use depends on the type of parallel communication your computer supports (check your computer user’s manual if you’re unsure).

n If your computer supports IEEE 1284 bidirectional parallel com-

munication, you need an IEEE 1284 bidirectional parallel cable (IEEE 1284 is indicated on the cable). This cable must be 6.5 feet/2 meters or less in length.

n If your computer supports only Centronics parallel unidirectional

communication, you may use either a Centronics parallel cable (unmarked on cable) or an IEEE 1284 bidirectional parallel cable (IEEE 1284 is indicated on the cable). QMS recommends the IEEE 1284 cable. The IEEE 1284 cable must be 6.5 feet/2 meters or less in length while the Centronics cable may be longer.

3-3Connecting to a PC

Making a Parallel Connection

Making the Connection

1 Turn off both the printer and the PC. 2 Connect the PC and the printer using a paral-

lel cable.

a Connect the 25-pin end of the cable to the

PC’s parallel port, and then tighten the screws.

b Attach the 36-pin end of the cable to the

printer’s parallel port, and close the clips.

To Computer To Printer

25-pin Male

3 Turn on both the printer and the PC.

A start-up page should print. If it doesn’t, refer to chapter 8, “Troubleshooting,” of the

4 Test the communication between the printer and the PC.

You can do this by sending a file from one of your applications, or refer to chapter 8, “Troubleshooting,” of the

Operation

QMS magicolor 2

manual.

36-pin Male

Operation

Getting Started3-4

manual.

Making a Serial Connection

What You Need for a Serial Connection

To connect your printer to a single PC, you need a serial cable with either a 9- or 25-pin connector (depending on your PC’s serial port) and a 9- or 25-pin null modem assembly to connect to the serial cable. Depending on the type of null modem assembly you have, you may also need a 9-to-25-pin adapter. See your cable vendor for more specific cable assembly information.

How to Choose a Serial Cable

For best results, the serial cable should be less than 25 feet (7.6 meters long).

3-5Connecting to a PC

Making a Serial Connection

Making the Connection

1 Turn off both the printer and the PC. 2 Connect the PC and the printer using a serial

cable.

a Connect the serial cable (with the null

modem adapter attached) to the PC’s 9- or 25-pin male serial port, and tighten the screws.

b Connect the other end of the cable to the

printer’s serial port, and tighten the screws.

To Computer

9-pin or 25-pin Female

To Printer

9-pin Female

3 Turn on both the printer and the PC.

A start-up page should print, and Serial RS-232C should be listed as an interface. If it doesn’t, refer to chapter 8, “Troubleshooting,” of the

Operation

manual.

4 Test the communication between the printer and the PC.

You can do this by sending a file from one of your applications, or refer to chapter 8, “Troubleshooting,” of the

Operation

manual.

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PC Printing Software

If you're replacing a PostScript printer, you can probably start printing now with the printing software already in place. Refer to your application documentation for instructions on sending documents to the printer.

However, if you want to be able to use all your printer's special features, or if you've never printed to a PostScript printer before, we recommend you take a few minutes to make sure you have the following printing software installed:

n A PostScript Level 2 printer driver n Printer description files (if you use QuarkXPress 3.3, PageMaker ,

or Photoshop)

Installing a PostScript Printer Driver

Windows Applications

PC Printing Software

If you're using Windows, we recommend that you install one of the QMS-developed Level 2 Windows drivers on the

CD-ROM we shipped with your printer. Drivers are available for

ties

n Windows 3.1 n Windows for Workgroups 3.11 n Windows 95 n Windows NT 3.51 n Windows NT 4.0

Refer to the README file on the CD-ROM for information on the directory location of each driver . Then refer to the README file in that director y for installation information.

QMS Software Utili-

Non-Windows Applications

If you're using a non-Windows application, read the printing section of the application documentation for information on choosing a

3-7Connecting to a PC

PC Printing Software

PostScript driver. If the application does not provide a PostScript driver, contact the application manufacturer to see if one has become available since you bought the program. Also, PostScript drivers for some applications are available through CompuServe. See appendix A, “QMS Customer Support,” for information.

Also, check to see if application notes (tips for printing from specific applications) are available for your application from Q-FAX or CompuServe. Appendix A, “QMS Customer Support," explains how use these QMS information services.

Installing a QMS Level 2 Windows Driver

Windows 95

System Requirements

n An IBM or compatible PC with 386 or higher processor n A hard disk with at least 1 MB of free space n At least 4 MB of RAM n Windows 95

Installation 1 With Windows 95 running, insert the CD-ROM in your PC’s

CD-ROM drive.

2 From the Start menu choose Settings. 3 From the Settings menu choose Printers. 4 In the Printers window double-click on Add Printer. 5 Follow the instructions in the Add Printer Wizard. 6 When you’re prompted to select a manufacturer and printer,

choose Have Disk...

7 In the Install From Disk window, choose Browse...

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Getting Started3-8

PC Printing Software

8 Change to the x/PLA TFORM/WINDOWS/DRIVERS/MC2_95PS

directory, where

QMS.INF displays in the File Name list.

9 Choose OK to return to the Install from Disk window. 10 Choose OK again.

QMS magicolor 2 CX displays in the Printers list.

11 Continue follo wing the instructions in the Add Printer Wizar d

to complete the installation.

12 When the installation is complete, exit from the Printers win-

dow.

13 Remove the CD-ROM, and store it in a safe place.

is the PC’s CD-ROM drive.

Windows 3.1, Windows for Workgroups 3.11, Windows 95, Windows NT 3.51

System Requirements

n An IBM or compatible computer with 386 or higher processor n A hard disk with at least 1 MB of free space n At least 4 MB of RAM n MS-DOS 5.0 or higher n Either Windows 3.1, Windows for Workgroups 3.11, Windows 95,

or Windows NT 3.51

Installation 1 Insert the CD-ROM in your CD-ROM drive. 2 With Windows running, from Program manager’s File menu,

choose Run.

» Note:

Running the installation program outside of windows will

automatically start Windows and run the program.

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PC Printing Software

3 In the Run dialog box, type

4 Read the license agreement, and choose Yes upon accep-

5 Select the destination hard disk. 6 Specify the installation directory. 7 Select the QMS printer(s) to be installed.

x:\platform\windows\drivers\pslv12\setup.exe↵ where x is the letter of your CD-ROM drive, and then choose OK.

tance.

s Caution:

8 Choose OK.

Windows limits the total number of installed printers to 16.

Windows NT 4.0

System Requirements

n An IBM or compatible PC with 386 or higher processor n A hard disk with at least 128 MB of free space n At least 16 MB of RAM (32 MB recommended) n Windows NT 4.0

Installation

» Note:

If you want to be able to print to a QMS CrownNet port, the QMS CrownNet Print Utility for Windows must be installed on your Windows NT workstation or server , and a port must be created before continuing with this installation procedure. See the PRTMONNT.PDF file (Adobe Acrobat format) in the \PLATFORM\WIN_NT\MONITOR directory of the

QMS Software Utilities

CD-ROM for details on installing and setting up this utility. In addition, if a Windows NT 4.0 or a QMS Level 2 Windows NT 4.0 printer driver has been previously installed, you must use the reinstallation procedure on page 3-12.

1 With Windows NT 4.0 running, insert the

CD-ROM disk in the CD-ROM drive on your workstation.

ties

QMS Software Utili-

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PC Printing Software

2 In the Windows NT Start menu choose Settings. 3 In the Settings menu choose Printers. 4 Choose Add Printer. 5 Choose Next. 6 When prompted, choose the appropriate radio button to

identify how the printer is attached to your workstation (Local Printer or Network Printer), and then choose Next.

7 When prompted to select a port to use with the printer , select

the appropriate port, and then choose Next.

8 When prompted to select a manufacturer and model of

printer, choose Have Disk. 9 In the Install from Disk dialog box, choose Browse. 10 Change to the

tory, where

the type of processor on your workstation.

OEMSETUP.INF displays in the File Name list.

11 Choose OK.

A list of QMS printers displays.

12 Select QMS magicolor 2 CX, and choose Next. 13 When prompted, choose Replace Existing Driver, and then

choose Next. 14 When prompted for a printer name, either accept the dis-

played name or type a new one, and then choose Next. 15 When prompted for sharing information, choose either

Shared (and type a Share Name) or Not Shared, and choose

Next. 16 When prompted, select the operating systems of ALL com-

puters that will be printing to the printer, and then choose

Next. 17 When asked if you'd like to print a test page, choose either

Yes or No, and then choose Finish.

/PLATFORM/WIN_NT/DRIVER/4X/

is the workstation’s CD-ROM drive, and

type

direc-

type

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PC Printing Software

Reinstallation

» Note:

If a Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 or a QMS Level 2 Windows NT 4.0 printer driver has been previously installed, you must use the following procedure to delete the files before installing a new printer driver.

1 Open Windows NT Explorer (from the Start>Programs menu

choose Windows NT Explorer). 2 Delete the printer(s) you want to replace or upgrade. 3 Install the new printers using the installation procedure on

page 3-10. 4 Reboot your workstation.

Notes on Installing Printer Description Files

The QMS Level 2 Windo ws Driver i nstall program SETUP.E XE copies PPD and PDF files into separate subdirectories under the specified installation directory. See the QMS Level 2 Windows Driver for more detailed driver information. Online help is provided through the QMS Level 2 Windows driver. You may delete the PPD and/or PDF files if you don’t use applications that require them.

Applications may require special files, drivers, and/or configurations to produce correct output on your QMS Check your application’s documentation to determine if you need to use one or more of these files.

magicolor

2 Print System.

Adobe Illustrator 5.5

For best output quality and accurate screening, install the QMS-dev eloped Windows driver as described in “Installing a QMS Level 2 Windows Driver” on page 3-8. Then do the following to change the default resolution:

1 In Adobe Illustrator, enable 600 dpi by choosing Document

Setup from the File menu.

» Note:

2 Click on Use Printer’s Default Screens to enable it. 3 Go to Output Resolution and enter the resolution.

Adobe Illustrator 5.5 has a default setting of 300 dpi.

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PC Printing Software

Adobe Photoshop

For best output quality and accurate screening, install the QMS-dev el-

oped Windows driver as described in “Installing a QMS Level 2 Win-

dows Driver” on page 3-8. Then do the following:

1 From Page Setup dialog box of the Photoshop application,

select Screens.

2 Then click the Use Printer’s Default Screen box to enable it.

In addition, RGB graphics created in Photoshop 2.5 and later include

data called RGB tags, which causes Photoshop to use its own algo-

rithms when converting RGB data to CMYK for separations. Unless

these tags are disabled (possible in all versions except 3.01), Photo-

shop converts all RGB data to CMYK rather than letting the printer

perform the conversion. Use the following procedure to disable RGB

tags in Photoshop for Windows. (RGB tags are disabled by default in

Photoshop for Macintosh.)

1 Make a backup copy of the Photoshp.ini (Photoshop 2.5x) or

Photos30.ini (Photoshop 3.0 and later) initialization file. 2 Using a text editor, open the original initialization file. 3 In the [Photoshop} section of the initialization file, add the

following line:

Disablergbtags=1

4 Save the initialization file (in text-only format). 5 Restart Photoshop.

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PC Printing Software

Aldus PageMaker 5.x/Adobe PageMaker 6.x

We recommend that you install a Windows Printer Description (WPD) file instead of the QMS Level 2 Windows driver with PageMaker 5.0 because PageMaker requires a Microsoft 3.56 or higher Windows driver. Use the following procedure to install a WPD file.

» Note:

Keep in mind that many of the QMS Level 2 Windows driver features are not available from within PageMaker using the Microsoft Windows D river.

1 In the Windows Main group, double-click the Control Panel

icon.

2 Double-click the Printers icon.

The Printers dialog box displays the list of installed printers. If no printer is installed, the install button and the list of ava ilab le Windows 95 printers displays. If no printer is installed, skip to step 4, otherwise continue at step 3.

3 Click the Add button to install a new printer. 4 In the List of Printers dialog box, select Install Unlisted or

Updated Printer.

5 Click the Install button and the Install Driver window dis-

plays. 6 Insert the 7 Type

drive in which you inserted the CD-ROM), or use Browse to

select the path, and then choose OK.

The list of available QMS printers displays.

QMS Software Utilities

:\platform\windows\ppd\PPD95↵ (where y is the

CD-ROM.

8 Select the QMS

If Windows does not ask for an updated driver, the printer

appears in the list of installed printers.

If Windows asks for an updated driver, p ut PageMaker disk#6

in the disk drive, then type the letter of that drive.

magicolor

QMS magicolor 2

2 printer, then choose OK.

Getting Started3-14

PC Printing Software

9 Choose OK.

The printer appears in the list of installed printers.

PPD files are also to be used with PageMaker 5.0. They were copied

into the PPD subdirectory of the QMS Level 2 Windows driver direc-

tory during the installation process. They should be stored in the

\ALDUS\USENGLISH\PPD4 directory . This directory is typically found

in the \WINDOWS directory, but PageMaker allows you to install it

anywhere on your system.

If you’re not sure where the \ALDUS directory is, open Windows File

Manager, and search (the File menu) for “aldus” starting from the C:\

directory. Make sure you select “Search All Subdirectories.”

Aldus Persuasion 2.1

This application won’t print EPS (Encapsul ate d PostScript) images if

the PostScript driver isn’t PSCRIPT.DRV.

CorelDRAW 4.0

This application provides a feature to control whether a PostScript

driver is actually treated as a PostScript driver or not. In the COREL-

PRN.INI file under the [PSDRIVERS] section, specify which driver by

either of the following statements:

QMSPS=1↵ (PostScript driver) QMSPS=0↵ (Non-PostScript driver)

Microsoft Excel 5.0

If your using this application with color cell backgrounds in a sparse

dot pattern, the background may not always print in all resolutions

and/or orientations. Interference between the bit pattern and the Post-

Script halftoning for color causes this inconsistency . Change the reso-

lution to one that does work for the background and use a darker

shade of black for the pattern color, or enable the All Colors to Black

option from within the Excel Images dialo g box.

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Printing from the PC

Other Applications

The scaling factor set in the driver is independent of any scaling factor set in an application. While the application’ s scaling factor is likely to affect the size and placement of image elements, the driver scaling factor simply scales the resultant image from the center of the page.

QuarkXPress 3.3

Follow this procedure to install the PDF. See your QuarkXPress documentation for detailed information on installing PDFs.

» Note:

All PDFs are copied into a PDF subdirectory during the QMS

Level 2 Windows Driver installation process.

1 After you install the QMS driver for Windows, close the

QuarkXPress application on your PC. 2 Copy the QuarkXPress PDF from its installation directory to

the QuarkXPress directory on your PC. 3 Restart QuarkXPress. 4 Check the Page Setup menu to verify that your printer is in

the list of available printers.

Printing from the PC

You're now ready to print from your PC. From this point, you'll probably perform most printing tasks from your application. For specific information, check the prin ting section in your applicati on documentation.

For information on print media types and sizes, see chapter 2, “Print Media,” in the

Reference

manual.

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Getting Started3-16

If You Have Trouble

If you have trouble connecting and configuring your PC interface,

refer to chapter 8, “Troubleshooting,” of the Operation manual

for troubleshooting tips.

What's Next?

Now that you’ve connected your printer to a PC, continue with chapter

6, “Using the Control Panel,” in this manual to learn about the

printer’s control panel keys, indicators, and message window.

If You Have Trouble

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Connecting to an Ethernet Network

In This Chapter . . .

In This Chapter.

n “Introduction” on page 4-2

n “Connect to the Network” on page 4-3

n “Install the CrownNet Software” on page 4-3

n “Configure the Interface” on page 4-4

n “Configure the Network” on page 4-11

n “Install the QMS CrownNet Print Utility or the QMS Network Print

Monitor” on page 4-12

n “Where To Go From Here” on page 4-12

n “If You Have Trouble” on page 4-13

n “What's Next?” on page 4-13

Introduction

The QMS CrownNet Ethernet interface is a combination of hardware and host software that allows your printer to be connected to an Ethernet network that supports the following:

Operating System Protocol

AppleTalk EtherTalk LAN Manager/LAN Server NetBIOS/NetBEUI NetWare IPX/SPX TCP/IP TCP/IP Windows 3.1/Windows 95/Windows NT TCP/IP/NetBIOS/NetBEUI/EtherTalk

The instructions given in this chapter are the minimum steps needed to get your printer up and printing. For complete installation information refer to the figuring the CrownNet interface and using the CrownNet software (CrownAdmin, CrownAdmin 3, CrownNet Manager, and the CrownNet Print Utility for Windows), refer to the

Administrator’s Guide

QMS CrownNet Setup Guide

. For information on con-

QMS CrownNet System

Overview

1 Connect the printer to the network. 2 Install the CrownNet software. 3 Configure the CrownNet interface. 4 Configure the network. 5 Install the QMS CrownNet Print Utility or a QMS Network

Print Monitor.

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Connect to the Network

The printer provides a twisted-pair (10BaseT) Ethernet interface.

Twisted-pair Ethernet connections use RJ45 connectors.

1 Turn off the printer, and unplug the power

cord.

2 Connect one end of the twisted-pair Ethernet

cable to the printer’s Ethernet port.

3 Connect the other end of the cable to the

10BaseT concentrator.

10BaseT Concentrator

To RJ45 Port

Connect to the Network

RJ45

Connector

4 Plug in the printer, and turn it on.

Install the CrownNet Software

It’s not necessary to do this right now. You can install the CrownNet

software after the printer is up and printing.

For complete instructions, refer to the

on the

Connecting to an Ethernet Network

QMS Software Utilities CD-ROM.

QMS CrownNet Setup Guide

4-3

Configure the Interface

This section briefly describes the configuration procedure for the CrownNet Ethernet printer interface. For a complete discussion of all of the configuration options available through the Administration/Communications/Network2/CrownNet menu, see chapter 2, “Interface Configuration,” of the

You can make these configuration changes through any of the following means:

n Printer control panel—For information on using the printer con-

trol panel to change configuration menu settings, refer to chapter

4, “Printer Configuration,” of the

n CrownAdmin (for DOS and Macintosh), CrownAdmin 3 (for

AIX, HP-UX, Solaris/SunOS, and Windows/Windows NT/Win-

dows for Workgroups), or CrownNet Manager (for OS/2)—For

more information on using this software, refer to the appropriat e

chapter in the

the software’s on-line hel p.

QMS CrownNet System Administrator’s Guide

Reference

QMS CrownNet System Administrator’s Guide

manual.

or to

n Remote Console—For information on accessing Remote Con-

sole, refer to the appropriate chapter in the

tem Administrator’s Guide

Console, refer to the

. For information on using Remote

QMS Crown Remote Console User’s Guide

QMS CrownNet Sys-

EtherTalk Interface Configuration

1 If your network has more than one zone, use the Administra-

tion/Communications/Network2/CrownNet/EtherTalk/Zone

Name/Zone Part 1 and Zone Part 2 menus to enter the name

of the zone to which the printer is attached.

» Note:

The two Zone Part x menus allow you to identify 1 zone with a name up to 32 characters long. (Up to 16 characters can be entered in each of the two menus). You cannot use these two menus to identify two zones. Trailing spaces are not considered part of the zone name. All standard printable ASCII characters are valid except the @ and ' symbols. The names are case sensitive.

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Configure the Interface

2 You’re now ready to print.

From this point, you’ll probably perform most printing tasks from your application. For specific information, check the printing section in your application documentation.

For information on print media types and sizes, see chapter 2, “Print Media,” in the

Reference manual

OS/2 LAN Manager/LAN Server and Microsoft Windows Network Interface Configuration

1 One unique printer name is broadcast to the network. Use

the Administration/Communications/Network2/CrownNet/ LAN Manager/Printer Name menu to enter the name of the printer.

» Note:

2 You’re now ready to print.

The name can be up to 16 characters long. Spaces and lowercase characters are not allowed. Underscore characters ( _ ) are allowed to simulate multiword names (for example, PRODUCT_MKTG).

From this point, you’ll probably perform most printing tasks from your application. For specific information, check the printing section in your application documentation.

For information on print media types and sizes, see chapter 2, “Print Media,” in the

Reference manual

NetWare Interface Configuration (Netware 3.x)

Unless you want to use the default settings, use the following procedure to name the file and print servers. These names must be unique.

» Note:

In CrownAdmin, the printer shows up as QMS_xxxx_Print_

System_hardwareaddress, where xxxx is the printer model

number and hardwareaddress is the printer’ s hardware address as found on the printer start-up page. This address will be blank until the interface has been reset following installation.

Connecting to an Ethernet Network

4-5

Configure the Interface

1 In the Administration/Communications/Network2/CrownNet/

NetWare/Config PServer/File Srv Name[1], File Srv Name[2], and File Srv Name[3] menus, enter the name of the target file server (primary 3.

configuration server).

» Note:

file server with a name up to 47 characters long. (Up to 16 characters can be entered in each of the 3 menus). You cannot use these 3 menus to identify 3 file servers. Up to 16 file servers are supported. To enter the 15 other file server names, use CrownAdmin 3.

Spaces and lowercase characters are not allowed within file server names. However, underscore characters ( _ ) are allowed to simulate multiword names (for example, PUBS_SERVER). At the printer control panel only, a space must be used following the last character of the file server name to end the name. For example, the file server name

FIRSTGROUP_GROUPS_BLUE_TEAM_TEAMS_CRC_QMS is 42 characters long, and must be entered as follows:

FILE SRV NAME[1] FIRST_GROUP_GROU

FILE SRV NAME[2] PS_BLUE_TEAM_TEA

FILE SRV NAME[3] MS_CRC_QMS<space>

where <space> is the space character.

The three File Srv Name[x] menus allow you to identify 1

2 In the Administration/Communications/Network2/CrownNet/

NetWare/Config PServer/PServer Name[1], PServer Name[2], and PServer Name[3] menus, enter the name of the bindery print server.

» Note:

The three PServer Name[x] menus allow you to identify one print server with a name up to 47 characters long. (Up to 16 characters can be entered in each of the 3 menus). You cannot use these 3 menus to identify 3 print servers.

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Configure the Interface

Spaces and lowercase characters are not allowed in print server names. However, underscore characters ( _ ) are allowed to simulate multiword names (for example, PUBS_PSERVER). At the printer control panel only, a space must be used following the last character of the print server name to end the name. For example, the print server name

FIRSTGROUP_GROUPS_BLUE_TEAM_TEAMS_CRC_QMS is 42 characters long, and must be entered as follows:

PSERVER NAME[1] FIRST_GROUP_GROU

PSERVER NAME[2] PS_BLUE_TEAM_TEA

PSERVER NAME[3] MS_CRC_QMS<space>

where <space> is the space character.

3 In the Administration/Communications/Network2/CrownNet/

NetWare/RN Printer#1/Printer Slot # menu, enter the printer slot number.

» Note:

This number must match the slot number chosen in the Printer Configuration submenu of the Print Server Configuration menu in the NetWare PCONSOLE utility.

4 In the Administration/Communications/Network2/CrownNet/

NetWare/RN Printer#1/PServer Name[1], PServer Name[2], and PServer Name[3] menus, enter the name of the print server.

» Note:

The three PServer Name[x] menus allow you to identify 1 print server with a name up to 47 characters long. (Up to 16 characters can be entered in each of the 3 menus). You cannot use these 3 menus to identify 3 print servers.

Spaces and lowercase characters are not allowed. However, underscore characters ( _ ) are allowed to simulate multiword names (for example, PUBS_PSERVER). At the printer control panel only, a space must be used following the last character of

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Configure the Interface

the print server name to end the name. For example, the print server name

FIRSTGROUP_GROUPS_BLUE_TEAM_TEAMS_CRC_QMS is 42 characters long, and must be entered as follows:

PSERVER NAME[1] FIRST_GROUP_GROU

PSERVER NAME[2] PS_BLUE_TEAM_TEA

PSERVER NAME[3] MS_CRC_QMS<space>

where <space> is the space character.

5 Reset the CrownNet interface by using the Administration/

Communications/Network2/CrownNet/Common/Soft Reset menu.

6 You’re now ready to print.

From this point, you’ll probably perform most printing tasks from your application. For specific information, check the printing section in your application documentation.

For information on print media types and sizes, see chapter 2, “Print Media,” in the

Reference manual

NetWare Interface Configuration (Netware 4.x)

Unless you want to use the default settings, use the following procedure to name the file and print servers. These names must be unique.

» Note:

In CrownAdmin, the printer shows up as QMS-xxxx-Print-

System-hardwareaddress, where xxxx is the printer model

number and hardwareaddress is the printer’ s hardware address as found on the printer start-up page.

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Configure the Interface

1 In the Administration/Communications/Network2/CrownNet/

NetWare/Config PServer/PServer Context[1], PServer Context[2], and PServer Context[3] menus, enter the name of the configuration file server and print server context.

» Note:

The three PServer Context[x] menus allow you to identify the name of the NDS configuration file server and the print server context.

The format for the option is

n File server name n Space n Print server context

For example, if the configuration file server name is QMS-4 and the print server context is PRINTSERV2.SALES.QMS, you would enter:

QMS-4 PRINTSERV2.SALES.QMS

» Note:

Make sure to put a space between the file server name

(QMS-4)

PRINTSERV2.SALES.QMS).

(

Up to 16 characters can be entered in the Pserver Context[1] field, and additional 16 characters in Pserver Context[2] field, and 16 characters in the Pserver Context[3] field.

and the print server context

If you want to assign more than 14 characters to the file server name you must use CrownAdmin 3 to enter the name.

2 Reset the CrownNet interface by using the Administration/

Communications/Network2/CrownNet/Common/Soft Reset menu.

3 You’re now ready to print.

From this point, you’ll probably perform most printing tasks from your application. For specific information, check the printing section in your application documentation.

For information on print media types and sizes, see chapter 2, “Print Media,” in the

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Reference manual

4-9

Configure the Interface

TCP/IP Interface Configuration

1 If necessary, in the Administration/Communications/

Network2/CrownNet/TCPIP/Internet Address menu, enter the printer’s Internet address.

The factory default Internet address is 161.033.128.024.

» Note:

Only the IP address needs to be entered. It is not

necessary to enter the subnet mask.

2 If necessary, in the Administration/Communications/

Network2/CrownNet/TCPIP/Default Router menu enter the Internet address of the default router.

The factory default router address is 000.000.000.000.

3 If necessary, in the Administration/Communications/

Network2/CrownNet/TCPIP/Subnet Mask menu enter the printer’s subnet mask.

The default subnet mask is 000.000.000.000. This setting provides automatic sensing of gateways. If you identify a subnet mask, automatic sensing is disabled.

4 You’re now ready to print.

From this point, you’ll probably perform most printing tasks from your application. For specific information, check the printing section in your application documentation.

For information on print media types and sizes, see chapter 2, “Print Media,” in the

Reference manual

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Configure the Network

Unless you are using TCP/IP, it is not necessary to do this right now. You can configure the network after the printer is up and running.

Configure the Network

For complete instructions, refer to the

QMS CrownNet Setup Guide

TCP/IP NetWork Configuration

1 Log on the UNIX system as root. 2 Edit the system host table by ad ding the following line to the

/etc/hosts file:

internetaddress hostname

where

internetaddress

(Administration/Communications/Network2/CrownNet/TCPIP/ Internet Address menu) and

3 If necessary, set the hardware address.

s Caution:

hardware address.

n If you’re working on a system other than a UNIX system, set

n If you’re working on a UNIX system, send the hardware

We strongly recommend that you do not change the

the hardware address through the printer control panel.

address to the print server by typing

arp -s ping

hostname hardwareaddress

hostname

is the Internet address of the printer

hostname

↵

is the name of the host.

temp↵

where

dress ##.##.##.##

» Note:

system through the BOOTP and RARP utilities.

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hostname

is the hardware address of the printer (in the form

You can also send the hardware address of a UNIX

is the name of the host and

as found on the printer start-up page).

hardwaread-

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Install the QMS CrownNet Print Utility or the QMS Network

Install the QMS CrownNet Print Utility or the QMS Network Print Monitor

It is not necessary to install these right now. You can do this after the printer is up and printing.

For complete instructions, refer to the

QMS Network Print Monitor for Windows NT Administrator’ s Guide, or QMS Network Print Monitor for Windows 95 Administrator’s Guide

QMS CrownNet Setup Guide,

Where To Go From Here

In addition to this chapter, the following documentation contains information you may need:

QMS CrownNet Setup Guide

information.

QMS CrownNet System Administrator’s Guide

detailed configuration and utility information.

n CrownAdmin 3 on-line help—Contains detailed information on

using CrownAdmin 3. Choose Contents from the Help menu in the main CrownAdmin 3 window (or choose any Help button) to access the on-line user’s guide.

n CrownNet Print Utility on-line help—Contains detailed information

on using CrownNet Print Utility.

QMS Crown Remote Console User’s Guide

use Remote Console to control printing from a workstation anywhere on the network.

—Contains detailed setup

—Provides

—Explains how to

n Your network documentation—Contains information on printing.

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If You Have Trouble

QMS Network Print Monitor Administrator’s Guide

detailed information on using the QMS Network Print Monitor for Windows N T.

n QMS Network Print Monitor on-line help—Contains detailed infor-

mation on using the QMS Network Print Monitor for Windows NT.

—Contains

Network Print Monitor for Windows 95 Administrator’s Guide

Contains detailed information on using the QMS Network Print Monitor for Windows 95.

n QMS Network Print Monitor for Windows 95 on-line help—Con-

tains detailed information on using the QMS Network Print Monitor for Windows 95.

If You Have Trouble

If you have trouble connecting and configuring your Ethernet interface, refer to the “CrownNet Problems” section of chapter 8, “Troubleshooting,” of the

Operation

manual.

What's Next?

Now that you’ve connected your printer to an Ethernet network, continue with chapter 6, ”Using the Control Panel,” in this manual to learn about the printer’s control panel keys, indicators, and message window.

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Connecting to a Macintosh

In This Chapter . . .

n “Introduction” on page 5-2 n “Making the Connection” on page 5-3 n “Macintosh Printing Software” on page 5-5 n “Printing from the Macintosh” on page 5-9 n “If You Have Trouble” on page 5-9 n “What's Next?” on page 5-9

Introduction

This chapter describes how to connect your printer to a Macintosh via LocalTalk port.

» Note:

If you’re connecting to a Macintosh through an Ethernet

network, refer to chapter 4, “Connecting to an Ethernet Network.”

Overview

1 Turn off both the printer and the Macintosh. 2 Install an optional LocalTalk interface card in the printer.

A LocalTalk interface is not standard on your printer. You need to install an optional LocalTalk interface card. See chapter 3, “Interfaces and Daughterboards,” of the information.

3 Connect the printer to the Macintosh. 4 Turn on both the printer and the Macintosh. 5 Install a printer driver.

See “Macintosh Printing Software” on page 5-5.

6 Now you’re ready to print.

Options

manual for installation

5-2

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Making the Connection

What You Need for the Connection

To connect your printer to a single Macintosh, you must have n An optional LocalTalk interface. See chapter 3, “Interfaces and

Daughterboards,” of the information.

n Two PhoneNET-type transformer boxes: one with a DIN-8 con-

nector for the printer port and one with a DIN-8 connector for the Macintosh port

n An RJ11 (telephone) cable n Two terminating resistors to close the open sockets left in the

transformer boxes after the connection is made

Options

manual for installation

Making the Connection

If you’re connecting the printer to an AppleTalk network with more than one Macintosh, see your PhoneNET and Macintosh documentation for more information.

5-3Connecting to a Macintosh

Making the Connection

1 Turn off both the printer and the Macintosh. 2 Plug the connector from one transformer box

into the printer’s optional LocalTalk port (installed in the slot marked “Option”).

3 Plug the connector from the other trans-

former box into the Macintosh printer port.

4 Connect the two transformer boxes with the

telephone cable.

5 Put terminating resistors in all open sockets

in the connector boxes.

This ensures proper communication and helps speed up transmission.

5-4

Host

DIN-8 Female Port

Transformer Boxes

RJ-11 Cable

Terminating Resistors

Printer

DIN-8 Female Port

6 Turn on the printer.

A start-up page should print. If it doesn’t, refer to chapter 8, “Troubleshooting,” of the

Operation

QMS magicolor 2 Getting Started

manual.

Macintosh Printing Software

If you’re replacing a PostScript printer, you can probably start printing now with the printing software already in place. Refer to your application documentation for instructions on sending documents to the printer.

However, if you want to be able to use all your printer’s special features or if you’ve never printed to a PostScript printer before, we recommend you take a few minutes to make sure you have the following printing software installed:

n QMS Macintosh Utilities n A PostScript printer driver n Application-specific printer files

Installing Macintosh Utilities

QMS Macintosh Utilities are utilities for controlling the printer from the Macintosh. It is included on the shipped with your printer.

QMS Software Utilities

CD-ROM

1 With the Macintosh on, insert the

ROM in your Macintosh’s CD-ROM drive.

2 If necessary, double-click the CD-ROM icon to display the

CD-ROM contents.

3 Double-click the PLATFORM folder icon to display the folder

contents.

4 Double-click the MAC folder icon to display the folder con-

tents.

5 Double-click the UTILS folder icon to display the folder con-

tents.

6 Double-click the UTILS installer icon.

QMS Software Utilities

CD-

5-5Connecting to a Macintosh

Macintosh Printing Software

7 In the dialog box that appears, verify the Install location.

8 Also in the dialog box, choose Easy Install or Custom Install.

To change the Install Location you can either use the drop-down list box to display and select the appropriate disk, or you can choose the Switch Disk b utton to scroll through th e a v ailable disks .

n Easy Install automatically installs all of the utilities, including

the PDF, PDX, and PPD files and the screen fonts.

n Custom Install allows you to choose the options you want to

install. The amount of available space on your Macintosh hard disk and the amount of space necessary for all of the selected options are indicated near the bottom of the window .

» Note:

If you're using Custom Install, you can click the small icon (it looks like a capital I inside a square) to the right of each install option for more information about that option.

9 Choose the Install button to begin.

Installation takes approximately one minute. The Installer places all of the options inside a newly created PSExec ƒ folder in the location you chose in step 7.

10 When the installation is finished, you're prompted to choose

either Continue to install additional options from the Custom installation option or Quit to exit the Utils installer program.

Installing Macintosh Printer Drivers

To be able to use all your printer’s special features, you need to take a few minutes to load the following software:

n QMS

n Printer files for Aldus/Adobe PageMaker, Aldus/MacroMedia

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See the following section, “Installing the QMS magicolor 2 PPD,” for information.

FreeHand, Adobe PrePrint, Adobe Separator, or QuarkXPress See “Application Notes” on page 5-8 for information.

PPD file

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Macintosh Printing Software

Installing the QMS magicolor 2 PPD

Although the QMS recommend using LaserWriter 8.

» Note:

The LaserWriter driver is provided with your Macintosh system

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supports LaserWriter 6, 7, and 8, we

software. All Macintosh users on a network must use the same version of the LaserWriter and Laser Prep files to run correctly. For example, if the network has a mixture of LaserWriter 6.x, 7.x, and/or

8.x, the printer will experience frequent reinitialization problems. To check the version number, select the LaserWriter icon and then hold down the Command key and press the I (letter I) key. The driver version number appears in the Info window on the second-to-last line. LaserWriter 7.x and 8.x do not require a Laser Prep file to work correctly with your printer. The Laser Prep information is located within the LaserWriter driver itself.

The QMS your printer so you can take advantage of special printer features while using the LaserWriter driver.

1 If you haven’t already, install a LaserWriter driver.

2 If you haven't already, follow the instructions given above in

3 If you don’t already have one, create a Printer Descriptions

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Refer to your Macintosh documentation.

“Installing Macintosh Utilities” on page 5-5.

folder on your Macintosh hard disk:

PPD (a printer description file) is provided with

System 8 and 7 users—Create a folder called Printer Descriptions inside the Extensions folder inside the System Folder.

System 6 users—Create a folder called Printer Descriptions inside the System Folder .

4 Open the PSExec

tosh Utilities” on page 5-5.

5 Open the 4.x PPD’s folder. 6 Select the QMS

it to the Printer Descriptions folder on your Macintosh hard disk.

folder you created in “Installing Macin-

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printer description file and drag

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Macintosh Printing Software

7 From the Apple menu, choose Chooser. 8 In the Chooser window, select the LaserWriter 8.

then select the QMS

9 Choose the Setup button.

This causes the LaserWriter to query the printer and automatically choose the appropriate PPD.

10 Exit from the Chooser.

Now, when you go into your application, you can access QMS printing options by choosing Options in your application's Print dialog box.

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icon, and

Application Notes

If you use any of these applications, install the appropriate printer description file (PPD, PDX, and/or PDF) as described below:

1 If you haven't already, follow the instructions given above in

“Installing Macintosh Utilities” on page 5-5 and in “Installing the QMS magicolor 2 PPD” on page 5-7.

2 Install the appropriate printer description file(s) for your

application from the PSExec

n If you use Adobe Separator, install the PPD file. Your Sepa-

rator documentation explains where to put it.

folder:

5-8

n If you use Adobe PageMaker 5.

PPD in the Printer Descriptions folder.

n If you use Macromedia FreeHand 4.

PPD in the Printer Descriptions folder.

n If you use QuarkXPress 3.3 or later, you can use the QMS

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instal l the Q MS the PDF folder. To select the PDF, go to Quark's Page Setup dialog box. Under Printer Type, select the QMS PDF and select the Use Printer Default Screen Angles checkbox. Also in Quark’s Page Setup dialog box, make sure None is selected for the EFI Color profile option.

2 PPD. However, if you use an earlier version,

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QMS magicolor 2 Getting Started

2 PDF in the QuarkXPress folder in

, install the version 4.x

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Printing from the Macintosh

You’re now ready to print from your Macintosh. From this point, you’ll probably perform most printing tasks from your application. For specific information, check the printing section in your application documentation. For information on print media types and sizes, see chapter 2, “Print Media,” in the

Reference

A Note for Users of Aldus Applications

If you use an Aldus application (or one that used to be owned by Aldus, such as PageMaker or FreeHand), when you want to print, hold down the Option key while selecting Print from the File menu. This brings up the LaserWriter windows, which contains the QMS printing options. Normally, Aldus applications bypass LaserWriter and use an Aldus printer driver, which prevents you from accessing QMS printing options.

A Note for Users of Adobe PhotoShop

If you use Adobe PhotoShop, go to PhotoShop’s Page Setup dialog box, and select Use Printer’s Default Screen under the Screens option. This allows your choices in the QMS driver to take effect.

guide.

If You Have Trouble

If you have trouble connecting and configuring your Macintosh interface, refer to chapter 8, “Troubleshooting,” in the troubleshooting tips.

What's Next?

Now that you’ve connected your printer to a Macintosh interface, continue with chapter 6, “Using the Control Panel,” to learn about the printer’s control panel k eys, indicator s , and messag e window .

Operation

manual for

5-9Connecting to a Macintosh

Using the Control Panel

In This Chapter . . .

n “Introduction” on page 6-2 n “Message Window” on page 6-2 n “Control Panel Indicators” on page 6-3 n “Control Panel Keys” on page 6-4 n “What's Next?” on page 6-6

Introduction

The control panel, located on the front of the printer, allows you to direct the printer’s operation. In addition, it displays the current status of the printer, including any condition that needs your attention.

4 indicators provide printer status information.

4 keys are used in printer configuration

A 2-line, 16 characters/line, message window displays status and configuration information.

3 keys access frequently used printer functions

Message Window

The control panel message window provides status and configuration information. Status messages are listed in chapter 8, “Troubleshooting,” of the chapter 4, “Printer Configuration,” of the

Operation

manual. Printer configuration is explained in

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Reference

manual

Setting the Message Window Language

Menu Administration/Miscellaneous/Keypad Language Purpose Change the message window language. Choices English, French, German, Spanish Default English Notes The printer must be restarted for changes to this menu to

take eff ec t. You can either let the printer res tart automatic ally after you sa ve the change and exit fr om the confi guration menu, or you can wait for the change to take effect the next time you manually turn on the printer.

Control Panel Indicators

Four indicators display printer status information.

Indicator Off On Blinking

The printer is not ready to print.

The printer has finished warming up and is ready to print.

Control Panel Indicators

The printer is warming up, or the printer is in Energy Saver mode.

The printer is off line and not ready to accept data.

No problem. The printer requires

The printer is on line and ready to accept data.

operator attention (usually accompanied by a status message in the message window).

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Control Panel Keys

Indicator Off On Blinking

The printer is not receiving data.

The printer is receiving data through one or more of its simultaneous interfaces (usually accompanied by a status message in the message window).

Control Panel Keys

Online, Copy, and Cancel Keys

These keys access frequently used printer functions.

Key Function

The Online ke y s witches the printer betw een on-l ine to off-li ne status.

When off line, the printer continues printing until it has finished all jobs received, but it doesn’t accept any new data. Although jobs continue to compile and print using the data already received, a job may be interrupted.

If a remote console has taken the printer o ff l ine, pressing the Online key on the control panel will not take effect until the console puts the printer back on line.

» Note:

other keys e xc ept the Cancel and Copy keys.

When CrownCopy and the copy key are installed, this key allows you to access the Copy menu to print a copy or configure Cro wnCop y. You can use this key while the printer is on line.

You must take the printer off line before using all

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Key Function

The Cancel key allows you to cancel one or more print jobs. (See chapter 3, “Advanced Printing Features,” in the

Operation

key while the printer is on line.

Control Panel Keys

manual for complete information.) You can use thi s

» Note:

If you press the Cancel k ey by mistake , or if yo u decide not to cancel a print job after pressing this key, press the Menu key to “cancel” the Cancel key’s function.

Menu, Select, Previous, and Next Keys

The Menu, Select, Previous, and Next keys are used in printer configuration (explained in detail in chapter 4, “Printer Configuration,” of the

Reference

key to take the printer off line.

Key Function

manual). Before using any of these keys, press the Online

The Menu key provides access to the configuration menu. First press the Online key to take the printer off line, and then press the Menu key to access the configuration menu. When you’re changing the printer configuration, press this key to cancel a change (before pressing the Select keys), to return to a previous me n u, or to return to a previous char ac ter when entering character inf ormation.

Press the Select key to access a menu or to choose a displayed menu option.

Press the Previous key to return to the previous selection or option for the current menu. When changing character information, use this key to return to the previous choice for the current input character.

Press the Next key to advance to the next selection or option in the current menu. When changing character information, use this ke y to adv anc e to the ne xt choi ce f or the curre nt input character.

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What's Next?

Now you’re ready to print. For more information on the day-to-day operation of your printer, refer to the technical information, refer to the

Operation

Reference

manual. For more

manual.

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QMS Customer Support

In This Appendix . . .

n “Sources of Support” on page A-2 n “QMS World-wide Offices” on page A-5

Sources of Support

Several sources of help and information are available, depending on the type of help you need:

Your QMS Vendor

Your local vendor (the one from whom you bought the printer) may be best equipped to help you. Your vendor has specially trained service technicians available to answer questions, and the equipment to analyze your printer problems.

Your Application Vendor

Often, “printing” problems have more to do with the application being used than with the printer. In this case, the application manufacturer is the best source of help.

Q-FAX

Q-FAX, a QMS information retrieval service, provides application notes, technical support notes on common printing problems, and information about printer specifications, options, accessories, consumables, and prices.

In the United States and Canada, call (800) 633-7213 to reach Q-F AX. In all other countries, call (334) 633-3850. Have your fax number handy when you call (or place the call from your fax machine's handset).

You can choose to have either a directory (a list of currently available documents) or a specific document sent to you. The first time you call, request the directory (press 2 on your phone or fax keypad when prompted). Then call back to request specific documents. You ca n order up to three documents per call.

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Sources of Support

CompuServe

Through CompuServe, you ask general (non-technical) questions, share information with other users, and access printing information and programs. When you use CompuServe, type go qmsprint↵ to go directly to the forum where QMS is located. The QMS library section contains application notes, printer drivers, utilities, technical information, and announcement files.

Internet

The QMS server provides access to technical reports, new product announcements, a trade show schedule, and other general information about QMS.

If you have access to the World Wide Web, you can view the QMS home page at http://www.qms.com/. The QMS ftp resource is ftp.qms.com.

QMS Customer Support

A-3

Sources of Support

QMS Customer Response Center (CRC)

You can contact the QMS Customer Response Center (CRC) in three different ways:

n T elephone—You can call the CRC at (334) 633-4500 (US)

Monday–Friday, 7:00 am–6:00 pm, Central Time.

» Note:

If you call for assistance, have the following information

ready so our technicians can help you more quickly:

þ Your phone number, fax number, and shipping address þ A description of the problem þ The printer model þ The type of host computer you’re using þ The type and version of operating system you’re using þ The interface you’re using, and, if ser ial, the protocol (for

example, XON/XOFF)

þ The application and version you’re using þ The emulation you’re using þ Your printer firmware version (listed on the status/start-up

pages)

n Fax—You can fax questions to the CRC at (334) 633-3716 (US).

Provide the same information as listed above, and indicate whether you would like a faxed or a phoned reply.

n Internet—If you have access to the World Wide Web, you can

access the CRC through the QMS home page at http://www.qms.com/

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QMS World-wide Offices

QMS United States and Latin America

General Contact

1 (334) 633-4300 Fax 1 (334) 633-4866 Email info@qms.com Internet http://www. qms .c om Information on QMS products, supplies, and accessories, and on the

authorized QMS remarketer or service provider nearest you 1 (800) 523-2696

Customer Response Center (CRC)

Technical Assistance

1 (334) 633-4500 7:00 am–6:00 pm Central Time Fax 1 (334) 633-3716 Internet http://www. qms .c om

Latin America Fax

1 (334) 639-3347

National Service

Service Information, Installation, and Maintenance Pricing

1 (800) 762-8894

On-Site Service and Depot Repair Information

1 (800) 858-1597 7:00 am–7:00 pm Central Time

Spare Parts Ordering and Information

1 (334) 633-4300 x2530 8:00 am–5:00 pm Central Time

QMS Canada

General Contact

1 (514) 333-5940 Fax 1 (514) 333-5949 Supplies and Accessories 1 (800) 268-0343 x223

National Service

On-Site Service and Depot Repair Information

1 (800) 268-4969 8:30 am–7:00 pm Eastern Time

Spare Parts Ordering and Information

1 (905) 206-9234 x238 8:30 am–5:00 pm Easte rn Time

QMS Worldwide Offices

QMS Customer Support

A-5

QMS Worldwide Offices

QMS in Japan

QMS in Latin America

QMS EMEA

General Contact

(+81)-3 3779-9600 Fax (+81)-3 3779-9650 Internet http://www . qmsj. co.jp

General Contact

Cra 43 DD#8-42 Officina 201 Medellin, Colombia (+57) (4) 312 13 70 Fax (+57) (4) 268 92 97

QMS Australia

QMS Benelux

Belgium, Netherlands, and all unlisted countries

QMS France

QMS GmbH

Germany and Austria

Anitech Sydney Business & Tech. Centre 52/2 Railway Parade 2141 Lidcombe NSW Australia (+61) 2–9901 3235 Fax (+61) 2–9901 3273

Planetenbaan 60 ‘Corner Plaza’ 3606 AK Maarssen The Netherlands (+31) 346–551333 Fax (+31) 346–550170 Internet http://www . qms .n l

Vélizy Plus 1 Bis, Rue du Petit Clamart 78142 Vélizy Cedex France (+33) 1–410 79 393 Fax (+33) 1–4 08 30 110

Gustav Heinemann Ring 212 D-81739 Munich Germany (+49) 89 63 02 67 0 Fax (+49) 89 63 02 67 67

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QMS Worldwide Offices

QMS Italy

QMS Nordic

Sweden, Finland, Norway, and Denmark

QMS South Africa

QMS UK

United Kingdom and Ireland

Via della Repubblica 56 43100 Parma Italy (+39) 52–1231 998 Fax (+39) 52–1232 902

Arenavägen 41, 6th floor 121 77 Johanneshov Sweden (+46) 8–600 01 30 Fax (+46) 8–6 00 01 33

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QMS Customer Support

A-7

Index

Acrobat 1-9 Adobe

Acrobat 1-9 Illustrator 5-8 PhotoShop 5-9

Aldus 5-9

PageMaker 5-8

AppleTalk

Connection 5-3 See also LocalTalk

Application

Notes, QMS 3-8 PC 3-8

Bottle, fuser oil 2-13

Cabling

PC interface 3-3, 3-5, 5-3

Cassette

Loading 2-15

Config PServer 4-6 Configuration

Remote Console 4-4

Control panel 6-2

Data indicator 6-4 Indicators 6-3 Menu key 6-5 Message indicator 6-3 Message window 6-2 Message window language 6-3 Next key 6-5 Online indicator 6-3 Previous key 6-5 Ready indicator 6-3

Select key 6-5

CrownAdmin on-line help 4-12 Customer Response Center (CRC),

QMS A-4

Customer support, QMS A-2

Data indicator 6-4 Documentation

Overview of this manual 1-8 Standard 1-3

Driver

LaserWriter 5-7 PC 3-7, 5-5 PostScript emulation 3-8

Energy Star 2-4 EtherTalk

Interface configuration 4-4

File servers

Naming 4-5

File Srv Name 4-6

Indicators

Control panel 6-3 Message 6-3 Online 6-3 Ready 6-3

Installation

Cassette 2-15 Laser Prep, Macintosh 5-7 LaserWriter printer driver, Macintosh

5-7 Printer description files, Macintosh 5-8 Printer options 2-18 Toner cartridge 2-12

Interface configuration

Control panel 4-4 EtherTalk 4-4 NetWare 3.xx 4-5 NetWare 4.x 4-8 Remote Console 4-4 TCP/IP 4-10

Internet A-3

Keypad Language menu 6-3 Keys

Menu 6-5 Next 6-5 Previous 6-5 Select 6-5

Laser Prep 5-7 LaserWriter 5-7 LocalTalk 5-3

KONICA MINOLTA QMS magic 2 Getting Started Guide

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

QMS magicolor 2 Print System Getting Started

Contents

Introduction

About the Printer

About the Documentation

Standard Product Documentation

Related Documentation

Manuals on the CD-ROMs

About Adobe Acrobat Reader

Using Adobe Acrobat Reader

A Note on Media

About This Manual

Typographic Conventions

What's Next?

Setting Up Your Printer

Introduction

Finding a Good Location

Location Requirements

Power Requirements

Checking Shipment Contents

Energy Star Compliance

Shipment Contents

Registering the Printer

Media

Unpacking the Printer

Getting Acquainted with Your Printer

Installing Consumables

OPC Belt Cartridge

Toner Cartridges

Fuser Oil Bottle and Cleaning Roller

Loading the Media Cassette

Prepare the Paper

Load the Cassette

Printing a Start-up Page

Installing Options

Installation Troubleshooting

What's Next?

Connecting to a PC

Introduction

Overview

Making a Parallel Connection

What You Need for a Parallel Connection

How to Choose a Parallel Cable

Making the Connection

Making a Serial Connection

What You Need for a Serial Connection

How to Choose a Serial Cable

Making the Connection

PC Printing Software

Installing a PostScript Printer Driver

Windows Applications

Non-Windows Applications

Installing a QMS Level 2 Windows Driver

Windows 95

Windows 3.1, Windows for Workgroups 3.11, Windows 95, Windows NT 3.51

Windows NT 4.0

Notes on Installing Printer Description Files

Adobe Illustrator 5.5

Adobe Photoshop

Aldus PageMaker 5.x/Adobe PageMaker 6.x

Aldus Persuasion 2.1

CorelDRAW 4.0

Microsoft Excel 5.0

Printing from the PC

Other Applications

QuarkXPress 3.3

If You Have Trouble

What's Next?

Connecting to an Ethernet Network

Introduction

Overview

Connect to the Network

Install the CrownNet Software

Configure the Interface

EtherTalk Interface Configuration

OS/2 LAN Manager/LAN Server and Microsoft Windows Network Interface Configuration