Kyocera DP-1400, DP-1800 User Manual

DP-1400 DP-1800

INSTRUCTION HANDBOOK

Please read this instruction handbook before using the printer.

Keep it close to the printer for easy referenc e.

Laser Printer

Introduction

Please read this instruction handbook before using the printer . Keep it close to the printer for easy reference.

The sections of this handbook and parts of the printer marked with symbols are safety warnings meant to protect the user, other individuals and surrounding objects, and ensure correct and safe usage of the printer. The symbols and their meanings are indicated below.

DANGER: Indicates that serious injury or even death will very possibly result from insufficient attention to

or incorrect compliance with the related points.

WARNING: Indicates that serious injury or even death may result from insufficient attention to or incorrect

compliance with the related points.

CAUTION: Indicates that personal injury or mechanical damage may result from insufficient attention to or

incorrect compliance with the related points.

Symbols

The symbol indicates that the related section includes safely warnings. Specific points of attention are indicated inside the symbol.

............[General warning]

............[Warning of danger of electrical shock]

............[Warning of high temperature]

The symbol indicates that the related section includes information on prohibited actions. Specific of the prohibited action are indicated inside the symbol.

............[Warning of prohibited action]

............[Disassembly prohibited]

The ●●●● symbol indicates that the related section includes information on actions which must be performed. Spe- cifics of the required action are indicated inside the symbol.

............[Alert of required action]

............[Remove the power plug from the outlet]

............[Always connect the printer to an outlet with a ground connection]

Please contact your service representative to order a replacement if the safety warnings in the handbook are illegible or if the handbook itself is missing.(fee required)

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Caution

NO LIABILITY IS ASSUMED FOR ANY DAMAGE CAUSED BY IMPROPER INSTALLATION.

SOFTWARE USED WITH THIS PRINTER MUST SUPPORT THE PRINTER'S EMULATION MODE. The printer is factory-set to emulate the PCL 6. The emulation mode can be changed by following the procedures described in Chapter

Notice on Software

SOFTWARE USED WITH THIS PRINTER MUST SUPPORT THE PRINTER'S NATIVE MODE OR ONE OF ITS EMULATION MODES.

Notice

The information in this manual is subject to change without notification. Additional pages may be inserted in future editions. The user is asked to excuse any technical inaccuracies or typographical errors in the present edition.

No responsibility is assumed if accidents occur while the user is following the instructions in this manual. No responsibility is assumed for defects in the printer's firmware (contents of its read-only memory).

This manual, any copyrightable subject matter sold or provided with or in connection with the sale of the page printer, are protected by copyright. All rights are reserved. Copying or other reproduction of all or part of this manual, any copyrightable subject matter without the prior written consent of our company is prohibited. Any copies made of all or part of this manual, any copyrightable subject must contain the same copyright notice as the material from which the copying is done.

Regarding Tradenames

PRESCRIBE is a registered trademark of our company. PRESCRIBE 2e, KPDL, and KIR2 are trademarks of our company.

Diablo 630 is a product of Xerox Corporation. IBM Proprinter X24E is a product of International Business Machines Corporation. Epson LQ-850 is a product of Seiko Epson Corporation.

Hewlett-Packard, PCL, and PJL are registered trademarks of Hewlett-Packard Company. Centronics is a trade name of Centronics Data Computer Corp. PostScript is a registered trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated. Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple computer, Inc. AppleTalk is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. Microsoft, Windows, and MS-DOS are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. PowerPC is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. E

This page printer uses PeerlessPrintXL to provide the HP LaserJet compatible PCL6 language emulation. PeerlessPrintXL is a trademark of The Peerless Group, Redondo Beach, CA 90278, U.S.A.

This product was developed using the Tornado™ Real Time Operating System and Tools from Wind River Systems.

™

Contains UFST

and MicroType® from Agfa Corporation.

Pixel Magic is a trademark of Oak Technology, Inc.

NERGY STAR

is a U.S. registered mark.

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IBM PROGRAM LICENSE AGREEMENT

THE DEVICE YOU HAVE PURCHASED CONTAINS ONE OR MORE SOFTWARE PROGRAMS ("PROGRAMS") WHICH BELONG TO INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION ("IBM"). THIS DOCUMENT DEFINES THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS UNDER WHICH THE SOFTWARE IS BEING LICENSED TO YOU BY IBM. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS LICENSE, THEN WITHIN 14 DAYS AFTER YOUR ACQUISITION OF THE DEVICE YOU MAY RETURN THE DEVICE FOR A FULL REFUND. IF YOU DO NOT SO RETURN THE DEVICE WITHIN THE 14 DAYS, THEN YOU WILL BE ASSUMED TO HAVE AGREED TO THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS.

The Programs are licensed not sold. IBM, or the applicable IBM country organization, grants you a license for the Programs only in the country where you acquired the Programs. You obtain no rights other than those granted you under this license.

The term "Programs" means the original and all whole or partial copies of it, including modified copies or portions merged into other programs. IBM retains title to the Programs. IBM owns, or has licensed from the owner, copyrights in the Programs.

1. License

Under this license, you may use the Programs only with the device on which they are installed and transfer possession of the Programs and the device to another party.

If you transfer the Programs, you must transfer a copy of this license and any other documentation to the other party. Your license is then terminated. The other party agrees to these terms and conditions by its first use of the Program.

You may not:

1) use, copy, modify, merge, or transfer copies of the Program except as provided in this license;

2) reverse assemble or reverse compile the Program; or

3) sublicense, rent, lease, or assign the Program.

2. Limited Warranty

The Programs are provided "AS IS."

THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES COVERING THE PROGRAMS (OR CONDITIONS), EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above exclusion may not apply to you.

SUPPLEMENT TO AGREEMENT FOR SOFTWARE BUNDLING AND DISTRIBUTION FOR ALDC

3. Limitation of Remedies

IBM's entire liability under this license is the following;

1) For any claim (including fundamental breach), in any form, related in any way to this license, IBM's liability will be for actual damages only and will be limited to the greater of:

a) the equivalent of U.S.$25,000 in your local currency; or b) IBM's then generally available license fee for the Program

This limitation will not apply to claims for bodily injury or damages to real or tangible personal property for which IBM is legally liable.

IBM will not be liable for any lost profits, lost savings, or any incidental damages or other economic consequential damages, even if IBM, or its authorized supplier, has been advised of the possibility of such damages. IBM will not be liable for any damages claimed by you based on any third party claim. This limitation of remedies also applies to any developer of Programs supplied to IBM. IBM's and the developer's limitations of remedies are not cumulative. Such developer is an intended beneficiary of this Section. Some jurisdictions do not allow these limitations or exclusions, so they may not apply to you.

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4. General

You may terminate your license at any time. IBM may terminate your license if you fail to comply with the terms and conditions of this license. In either event, you must destroy all your copies of the Program. You are responsible for payment of any taxes, including personal property taxes, resulting from this license. Neither party may bring an action, regardless of form, more than two years after the cause of action arose. If you acquired the Program in the United States, this license is governed by the laws of the State of New York. If you acquired the Program in Canada, this license is governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario. Otherwise, this license is governed by the laws of the country in which you acquired the Program.

Typeface Trademark Acknowledgement

All resident fonts in this printer are licensed from Agfa Corporation.

Helvetica, Palatino and Times are registered trademarks of Linotype-Hell AG.

ITC Avant Garde Gothic, ITC Bookman, ITC ZapfChancery and ITC Zapf Dingbats are registered trademarks of International Typeface Corporation.

Agfa Japan License Agreement Guidelines

1. “Software” shall mean the digitally encoded, machine readable, scalable outline data as encoded in a special format as well as the UFST Software.

2. You agree to accept a non-exclusive license to use the Software to reproduce and display weights, styles and versions of letters, numerals, characters and symbols (“Typefaces”) solely for your own customary business or personal purposes at the address stated on the registration card you return to Agfa Japan. Under the terms of this License Agreement, you have the right to use the Fonts on up to three printers. If you need to have access to the fonts on more than three printers, you need to acquire a multi-user license agreement which can be obtained from Agfa Japan. Agfa Japan retains all rights, title and interest to the Software and Typefaces and no rights are granted to you other than a License to use the Software on the terms expressly set forth in this Agreement.

3. To protect proprietary rights of Agfa Japan, you agree to maintain the Software and other proprietary information concerning the Typefaces in strict confidence and to establish reasonable procedures regulating access to and use of the Software and Typefaces.

4. You agree not to duplicate or copy the Software or Typefaces, except that you may make one backup copy. You agree that any such copy shall contain the same proprietary notices as those appearing on the original.

5. This License shall continue until the last use of the Software and Typefaces, unless sooner terminated. This License may be terminated by Agfa Japan if you fail to comply with the terms of this License and such failure is not remedied within thirty (30) days after notice from Agfa Japan. When this License expires or is terminated, you shall either return to Agfa Japan or destroy all copies of the Software and Typefaces and documentation as requested.

6. You agree that you will not modify, alter, disassemble, decrypt, reverse engineer or decompile the Software.

7. Agfa Japan warrants that for ninety (90) days after delivery, the Software will perform in accordance with Agfa Japan-published specifications, and the diskette will be free from defects in material and workmanship. Agfa Japan does not warrant that the Software is free from all bugs, errors and omissions.

THE PARTIES AGREE THAT ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND MERCHANTABILITY, ARE EXCLUDED.

8. Your exclusive remedy and the sole liability of Agfa Japan in connection with the Software and Typefaces is repair or replacement of defective parts, upon their return to Agfa Japan.

IN NO EVENT WILL AGFA JAPAN BE LIABLE FOR LOST PROFITS, LOST DATA, OR ANY OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR ANY DAMAGES CAUSED BY ABUSE OR MISAPPLICATION OF THE SOFTWARE AND TYPEFACES.

9. New York, U.S.A. law governs this Agreement.

10. You shall not sublicense, sell, lease, or otherwise transfer the Software and/or Typefaces without the prior written consent of Agfa Japan.

11. Use, duplication or disclosure by the Government is s ubject to restri ctions as set forth in the Rights in Technical Data and Computer Software clause at FAR 252-227-7013, subdivision (b)(3)(ii) or subparagraph (c)(1)(ii), as appropriate. Further use, duplication or disclosure is subject to restrictions applicable to restricted rights software as set forth in FAR 52.227-19 (c)(2).

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12. YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ THIS AGREEMENT, UNDERSTAND IT, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY ITS TERMS AND CONDITIONS. NEITHER PARTY SHALL BE BOUND BY ANY STATEMENT OR REPRESENTATION NOT CONTAINED IN THIS AGREEMENT. NO CHANGE IN THIS AGREEMENT IS EFFECTIVE UNLESS WRITTEN AND SIGNED BY PROPERLY AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVES OF EACH PARTY. BY OPENING THIS DISKETTE PACKAGE, YOU AGREE TO ACCEPT THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS AGREEMENT.

FCC statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Note

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Shielded circular cable should be used for interfacing with the computer.

Caution to user

Any modification without prior permission may cause harmful interference.

If any modification/change is introduced to this equipment without prior permission, we as the manufacturer cannot guarantee compliance with FCC rules.

To use equipment which does not comply with FCC rules is prohibited.

The printer may be optionally installed with the following units:

Conforming to the Class B limits

EF-100 Envelope Feeder

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AD-34 Duplexer (for DP-1400/DP-1800)

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HS-100 Paper Handler/Stacker (for DP-1400/DP-1800)

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ST-520/ST-520mini Paper Feeder (for DP-1400/DP-1800)

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Interface connectors

Important note on the interface connectors

Be sure to turn off printer power before connecting or disconnecting an interface cable to the printer. For protection against static discharge which may be applied to the printer's internal electronics through the interface connector(s), keep any interface connector which is not in use capped using the protective cap supplied.

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Use shielded interface cable.

Safety information

Laser safety

This printer is certified as a Class 1 laser product under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard according to Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968. This means that the printer does not produce hazardous laser radiation. Since radiation emitted inside the printer is completely confined within protective housings and external covers, the laser beam cannot escape from the printer during any phase of user operation.

Laser notice

This printer is certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements of DHHS 21 CFR Subchapter for Class I (1) laser products, and elsewhere is certified as a Class I laser product conforming to the requirements of IEC 825-1

CAUTION

Laser radiation when op en. DO NOT ST ARE INTO BEAM OR VIEW DIRECTL Y WITH OP TICAL INSTRUMENTS.

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

PRINTER MACHINE No.

MANUFACTURED

60Hz 5.8A120V

THIS LASER PRODUCT CONFIRMS TO THE APPLICABLE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL REGULATIONS 21 CFR CHAPTER 1, SUBCHAPTER J.

MITA INDUSTRIAL CO.,LTD.

2-28 1-CHOME TAMATSUKURI CHUO-KU OSAKA JAPAN MADE IN JAPAN

Tested To Comply With FCC Standards

FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

This device complies with Part of the CC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions () This device may not cause harmful interference, and () this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-. Cet appareil numrique de la classe B est conforme la norme NMB- du Canada.

CAUTION

REMOVE POWER CORD BEFORE SERVICE AND FUSE REPLACEMENT.

ATTENTION

POUR PRÉVENIR LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, COUPER L,ALIMENTATION AVANT DE REMPLACER LE FUSIBLE.

PRECAUCION

RETIRE EL CORDON ELECTRICO ANTES DE REALIZAR SERVICIO O REEMPLAZAR EL FUSIBLE.

DP-1400

(U.S.A./Canada)

PRINTER MACHINE No.

MANUFACTURED

60Hz 7.8A120V

THIS LASER PRODUCT CONFIRMS TO THE APPLICABLE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL REGULATIONS 21 CFR CHAPTER 1, SUBCHAPTER J.

MITA INDUSTRIAL CO.,LTD.

2-28 1-CHOME TAMATSUKURI CHUO-KU OSAKA JAPAN

MADE IN JAPAN

Tested To Comply With FCC Standards

FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-. Cet appareil numrique de la classe B est conforme la norme NMB- du Canada.

CAUTION

REMOVE POWER CORD BEFORE SERVICE AND FUSE REPLACEMENT.

ATTENTION

POUR PRÉVENIR LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, COUPER L,ALIMENTATION AVANT DE REMPLACER LE FUSIBLE.

PRECAUCION

RETIRE EL CORDON ELECTRICO ANTES DE REALIZAR SERVICIO O REEMPLAZAR EL FUSIBLE.

DP-1800

The labels shown are affixed to the DP-1800 and the DP-1400.

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CDRH regulations

The Center of Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration implemented regulations for laser products on August 2, 1976. These regulations apply to laser products manufactured after August 1, 1976. Compliance is mandatory for products marketed in the United States. A label indicating compliance with the CDRH regulations must be attached to laser products marketed in the United States.

Ozone concentration

The printers generate ozone gas (O3) which may concentrate in the place of installation and cause an unpleasant smell. To minimize concentration of ozone gas to less than 0.1 ppm, we recommend you not to install the printer in a confined area where ventilation is blocked.

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Declaration of Conformity (U.S.A.)

Model Number: Page Printer DP-1400/DP-1800

(as tested with enhancement optional units: EF-100, ST-510, AD-34, and HS-100

etc.) Trade Name: Mita Responsible Party: MITA COPYSTAR AMERICA, INC. Address: 225 Sand Road, P.O. Box 40008 Fairfield New Jersey 07004-0008 Telephone number: (973)808-8444 Fax number: (973)882-6000

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules, Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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Canadian Department of Communications compliance statement

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Avis de conformité aux normes du ministère des Communications du Canada

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

ISO 7779

Maschinenlärminformationsverordnung 3. GSGV, 18.01.1991: Der höchste Schalldruckpegel beträgt 70 dB(A) oder weniger gemäß ISO 7779.

Disclaimer

We shall have no liability or responsibility to customers or any other person or entity with respect to any lia bil ity, l oss or dam age cau sed or a lle ged to b e ca us ed di rec tl y or i ndi re ctl y by equ ipm ent sol d or fur nis hed by us, including but not limited to, any interruption of service, loss of business or anticipatory profits, or consequential damages resulting from the use or operation of the equipment or software.

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Prolonged Non-Use and Moving the Printer

Prolonged Non-use

If you ever leave the printer unused for a long period of time, remove the power cord from the wall outlet.

We recommend you consult with your dealer about the additional actions you should take to avoid possible damages that may occur when the printer is used next time.

Moving the Printer

When you move the printer:

Move it gently.

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Keep it as level as possible, to avoid spilling toner inside the printer.

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If you need to move the printer to another location, first remove the toner container, developer unit, and

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waste toner bottle. After removing the developer unit from the printer, wrap it in the supplied plastic bag and place it into the box in which the toner container is packaged. Make sure that the waste toner bottle is securely capped and place it in the plastic bag together with the toner container. Be sure to consult a serviceman before attempting long-distance transportation of the printer.

(1)

Remove the developer unit.

1. Disconnect

2. Push

To reinstall the developer unit in the printer, use the reverse procedure of the above.

(2)

Close the protect cover.

Developer unit

Protect cover

(3)

Pack the developer unit.

Toner container box

Plastic bag (supplied)

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As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Mita (Mita Copystar America, Inc.) has Determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.

* ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark.

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The laser printer has many extremely desirable features. It has been designed to make a contribution to a cleaner environment as well as to represent the latest generation of page printer technology.

Maintenance Features

• Compact design

Thanks to the inboard cassette configuration, the printer requires no more space than the average computer.

• Ultra long life modules

The drum, developer, and fuser have been designed for ultra long life.

• Amorphous silicon drum

The drum has been developed using our unique ceramic technology using amorphous silicon.

Print Engine Features

• Superb print quality

Using 1200 dots per inch in "Fast 1200 mode" or "Fine 1200 mode", the printout is close to typeset quality. Also, with KIR technology, high quality printing can be achieved even at 600 dpi and 300 dpi.

•High speed

A4 sizes typically print at the rate of 18 (14 for the DP-1400) pages per minute. (Actual time varies according to page complexity)

• Large paper capacity

Approximately 250 sheets can be loaded into the paper cassette, and about 100 sheets can be loaded into the MP tray.

• Wide variety of print media

As well as standard paper, the printer will print on OHP film, labels and other types of special purpose media.

•Sleep mode

Conserves energy during the printer's idle periods.

•Draft mode

Extends the toner yield by reducing the amount of toner used on the page.

• Standard bi-directional parallel interface

Supports high-speed data exchange with the computer.

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Software Features

• Wide variety of available fonts

The printer comes with 80 PCL/PS compatible fonts installed.

• Our own PRESCRIBE 2e printer language

Allows advanced graphic capabilities that allow you to print out any outline shape or solid form, as well as providing a variety of special effects such as patterned fills, gray-scale shading, a user accessible print image model, and multiple page orientations and print directions within the same page.

• Automatic rotation of fonts and graphics

Images and fonts are automatically rotated to match the page orientation.

• A wide variety of internal symbol sets

The printer supports most PCL 6 symbol sets.

• Display of printer messages in any of four languages

English, French, German, or Italian. As an option it is also possible to download the messages in other languages. Please contact your dealer.

• Memory card slot for option fonts, macros, forms, etc.

Data in the memory card can be selectively read from the printers control panel.

• Simple network management protocol (SNMP) compliance

Offers network managers complete open network management.

• Mita Print Monitoring System (MPMS)

Provides network wide management of the Mita products. Refer to the readme file located in the Mita Printer Library CD-ROM (included with the printer) for details.

• PDF417 two-dimensional bar codes

The printer includes the capability that allows the user to implement the two-dimensional stacked bar code symbology, PDF 417, or Portable Data File 417.

Options

The following options are available for the printer.

AD-34 EF-100 HS-100 ST-520 FT-200

Duplexer (for DP-1400/DP-1800) Envelope Feeder Paper Handler/Stacker (for DP-1400/DP-1800) Paper Feeder (for DP-1400/DP-1800) Face-up Output Tray (for DP-1400)

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Guide to the Manual

Unless specifically stated otherwise, information in this manual applies to printer models DP-1400/DP-

1800. The printer illustrations and printed samples used in this manual are of the DP-1800.

INSTRUCTION HANDBOOK (This booklet)

INSTRUCTION HANDBOOK is this booklet. This manual guides you through the following topics:

Installation

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Printer operation

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Control panel operations

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Fonts

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Maintenance and troubleshooting

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Safeguards and Installing the Printer ................. 1-1

1.1. Safeguards .............................................................................. 1-1

CAUTION LABELS ..................................................................................... 1-1

INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS.............................................................. 1-2

PRECAUTIONS FOR USE.......................................................................... 1-3

1.2. Unpacking and Inspection ...................................................... 1-4

List of Shipped Components ............................................................................. 1-4

1.3. Names of Parts........................................................................ 1-5

Front View.......................................................................................................... 1-5

Interior View ...................................................................................................... 1-6

Rear View ........................................................................................................... 1-6

1.4. Setting Up and Interfacing ..................................................... 1-7

1—Open the top cover ....................................................................................... 1-8

2—Install the toner container........................................................................... 1-8

3—Close the top cover ....................................................................................... 1-9

4—Install the waste toner bottle ...................................................................... 1-9

5—Adjusting the paper guides in the cassette and adding paper ................ 1-11

6—Open the paper stopper on the face-down output tray ............................ 1-13

7—Install the face-up output tray (if required) ............................................. 1-13

8—Connect the printer to the computer......................................................... 1-14

9—Attach the power cord................................................................................ 1-14

10—Print a status page ................................................................................... 1-15

11—Test the interface with the computer ...................................................... 1-15

12—Set the emulation mode........................................................................... 1-15

13—Install the printer driver ......................................................................... 1-16

1.5. MP (Multi-Purpose) Tray Feeding.......................................... 1-19

First Mode (Automatic Manual Feeding) ....................................................... 1-19

Cassette Mode .................................................................................................. 1-19

Duplex Printing from the MP tray ................................................................. 1-19

Selecting the MP Tray..................................................................................... 1-19

1.6. Memory Card ........................................................................ 1-22

Handling Memory Cards ................................................................................. 1-22

1.7. Memory Expansion Installation ............................................ 1-23

Removing the Main Circuit Board.................................................................. 1-23

SIMM to be used.............................................................................................. 1-25

Installing and Removing SIMMs .................................................................... 1-25

Testing the Expansion Memory ................................................... ................... 1-26

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Chapter 2 Operating the Laser Printer.................................. 2-1

2.1. Control Panel .......................................................................... 2-1

Message Display ................................................................................................ 2-2

Interface Indicator............................................................................................. 2-2

Resolution Indicator .......................................................................................... 2-2

Paper Size Indicator .......................................................................................... 2-3

Copy Indicator.................................................................................................... 2-3

Symbolic Indicators ........................................................................................... 2-4

Control Keys ...................................................................................................... 2-5

2.2. Operating Procedures............................................................. 2-6

Switching Power On .......................................................................................... 2-6

Stack Selection................................................................................................... 2-6

Feed Selection .................................................................................................... 2-6

On-line/Off-line Setting ..................................................................................... 2-7

Canceling Printing............................................................................................. 2-7

Status Printout .................................................................................................. 2-8

Form Feed ......................................................................................................... 2-10

2.3. Using the Mode Select Menu ............................................... 2-11

Mode Select Menu............................................................................................ 2-11

2.4. Configuring Interfaces.......................................................... 2-13

Parallel Interface ............................................................................................. 2-13

2.5. RAM DISK .............................................................................. 2-14

Setting the RAM DISK Size............................................................................ 2-14

RAM DISK Operations.................................................................................... 2-14

2.6. Operating a Memory Card.................................................... 2-15

Hints on Writing Fonts to the Memory Card ................................................. 2-15

Reading Fonts/Data from a Memory Card ..................................................... 2-15

Writing Data to a Memory Card ..................................................................... 2-15

Deleting Data from a Memory Card............................................................... 2-16

Formatting a Memory Card ............................................................................ 2-17

Printing a list of data names........................................................................... 2-17

2.7. Setting Custom Sizes ............................................................ 2-18

2.8. Setting the Paper Type.......................................................... 2-19

Making Settings............................................................................................... 2-20

Paper Type User Setting ................................................................................. 2-20

2.9. Sleep Mode ........................................................................... 2-22

2.10. Dumping Received Data ....................................................... 2-23

2.11. KIR 2 Level............................................................................ 2-24

2.12. Draft Mode ........................................................................... 2-25

2.13. Resource Protection .............................................................. 2-26

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2.14. Adjusting the Print Density .................................................. 2-26

2.15. Setting the Audio Warning (Buzzer)..................................... 2-27

Chapter 3 Fonts....................................................................... 3-1

3.1. Internal Fonts..........................................................................3-1

3.2. List of Fonts ............................................................................ 3-2

Chapter 4 Maintenance .......................................................... 4-1

4.1. Toner Kit Replacement ............................................................ 4-1

Toner Ki t to be Used .......................................................................................... 4-1

Supplying Toner................................................................................................. 4-2

Replace the Waste Toner Bottle ........................................................................ 4-4

4.2. Cleaning.................................................................................. 4-6

Main Charger Unit ............................................................................................ 4-6

Paper Feed Unit ................................................................................................. 4-8

Chapter 5 Troubleshooting .................................................... 5-1

5.1. General Guide ......................................................................... 5-1

5.2. Power Problems ...................................................................... 5-2

5.3. Interface Problems.................................................................. 5-2

5.4. Print Quality Problems............................................................ 5-3

Completely blank printout ................................................................................ 5-3

All-black printout............................................................................................... 5-3

Dropouts, horizontal streaks, stray dots .......................................................... 5-4

Black or white vertical streaks ......................................................................... 5-4

Faint or blurred printing ................................................................................... 5-5

Grey background................................................................................................ 5-5

Dirt on the top edge or back of the paper ......................................................... 5-6

Characters out of position ................................................................................. 5-6

5.5 Indicators and Messages ........................................................ 5-7

Indicators ........................................................................................................... 5-7

Maintenance Messages...................................................................................... 5-8

Error Messages ................................................................................................ 5-10

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5.6. Correcting a Paper Jam......................................................... 5-12

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Appendix A Printer Specifications.........................................A-1

Appendix B Paper Selection...................................................B-1

B.1. General Guidelines..................................................................B-1

Paper Availability ..............................................................................................B-1

Paper Specifications...........................................................................................B-1

B.2. Selecting the Right Paper .......................................................B-2

B.3. Special Paper...........................................................................B-4

Overhead Projection (OHP) Film......................................................................B-5

Adhesive-Backed Labels....................................................................................B-5

Appendix C Host Computer Interface ...................................C-1

C.1. Parallel Interface..................................................................... C-1

Parallel interface communication modes..........................................................C-1

Interface Signals................................................................................................C-2

C.2. RS-232C/RS-422A Interface .....................................................C-4

RS-232C interface ..............................................................................................C-4

RS-422A interface ..............................................................................................C-5

C.3. RS-232C/RS-422A Protocol ......................................................C-8

PRESCRIBE 2e FRPO D0 command................................................................C-9

C.4. RS-232C Cable Connection .....................................................C-9

Preparing an RS-232C Cable ............................................................................C-9

Connecting the Printer to the Computer........................................................C-10

Index..................................................................................Index-1

Mode Select Menu ........................................................ Last page

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1.1. Safeguards

Chapter 1 Safeguards and Installing the Printer

This chapter explains how to unpack and install the printer. The topics covered are:

Safeguards Unpacking and inspection Names of parts Setting up and interfacing

1.1. Safeguards

CAUTION LABELS

Caution labels have been attached to the copier at the following locations for safety purposes. BE SUFFICIENTLY CAREFUL to avoid fire or electric shock when removing a paper jam or when replacing toner.

Label 1

High temperature inside. DO NOT touch parts i n this area, because there is a danger of

getting burned.........................

Label 2

High temperature inside . DO NOT touch parts in this area, because there is a danger of

getting burned.........................

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1.1. Safeguards

INST ALLA TION PRECAUTIONS

Environment

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CAUTION

• Avoid placin g the printer on or in locati ons which

are unstable or not level. Su ch locations may cause the printer to fal l down or fall over. This ty pe of situation presents a danger of pers onal injury

or damage to the printer .....................................

• Avoid locat ions with hum idity or dust and dirt. If

dust or dirt becomes attached to the power plug, clean the plug to avoid the danger of the fire or

electrical shock..................................................

• Avoid locat ions near radia tors, heaters, or other

heat sources, or locations near flammable items,

to avoid the dange r of fire...................................

• T o keep the printer cool a nd facilitate changing of

parts and maintenance, allow access space as shown below. Leave adequate space, especial ly around the left, right and rear cover, to allo w air to be properly

ventilated out of th e printer .................................

30 cm (12 inches)

60 cm (24 inches)

[20 cm (8 inches) when the face-up output tray* is not installed.] * Optional with the DP-1400

Other precautions

• Adverse environm ental conditi ons may af fect the safe

operation and performance of t he printer. Insta ll in an airconditioned room (r ecommended room temperature: around 20°C, humidity: ar ound 65%RH) and avoid the following locations when selectin g a site for the p rinter .

• Avoid loca tions near a wi ndow or with ex posure to direct sunlight.

• Avoid locations with vibrations.

• Avoid loca tions with dras tic temperature fluctuations.

• Avoid locatio ns with direct exposure to hot or cold ai r.

• Avoid poorl y ventilated l ocations.

• Ammonia or other harmf ul fumes. (If you are planning to fumigate the room , or make libe ral use of ins ecticide, remove the pri nter first.)

• Low air pressure, e.g., located mo re than 2000 maters (6500 feet) above sea level.

40 cm (16 inches)

25 cm (10 inches)

• The printer will work bes t if it is installed in a locaion that is:

• Near the computer If the parallel interfac e is used to connect the p rinter to the computer , the connecting cable should be shielded type and not be lo nger than 3 met ers (10 feet).

• Level and well s upported Place the printer on a steady table or desk. Do not place the printer on an unstable c art, stand, or ta ble. The printer may fa ll, causing injury , or serious damage to the printer .

Power supply/Grounding the priner

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WARNING

• DO NOT use a power supply with a voltage other than that specified. Avoid multiple connections in the same outlet. These types of s ituations

present a danger of fi re or electrical s hock.........

• Plug the power co rd securely into the outlet. If metallic objects come in co ntact with the prongs on the plug, it m ay cause a fi re or electric sho ck.

• Always conne ct the printer t o an outlet wi th a ground connection to avoid the danger of fire or electrical shock in case of an ele ctric short. If an earth connection is not possib le, contact yo ur

service representative.......................................

Other precautions

• Connect the power plug to the cl osest outlet p ossible to the printer .

• Near an AC wall outlet, preferably o ne that can be used for the printer alone.

• Only use this printer under the vol tage listed on the serial No. label attached to the rear panel of the prin ter.

• The outlet shou ld be earthed, or an adapter sh ould be used.

• If an extension cord is used, the total length of th e power cord plus extension should be 5 meters (17 feet) or less.

Handling of plastic bags

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WARNING

• Keep the plastic bag s that are used with the printer away from children. The pl astic may clin g to their nose and mouth causing s uffocation.

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PRECAUTIONS FOR USE

1.1. Safeguards

Cautions when using the printer

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WARNING

• DO NOT place metallic objects or containers with water (flower vases, f lower pots, cups, etc) on or near the printer . This type o f situation presents a danger of fire or electrical shock sho uld they fall

inside.................................................................

• DO NOT remove any of the covers from the printer as there is a danger of electrical shock

from high voltage parts insid e the printer............

• DO NOT damage, break or attempt to repair the power cord. DO NOT plac e heavy objects on the cord, pull it, be nd it unnecessa rily or cause any other type of damage. These types of situation s present a danger of fire

or electrical shock..............................................

• NEVER attempt to repair or disassemble th e printer or its parts as t here is a danger of fire, electrical shock or damage to the laser. If the laser beam escapes, th ere is a dange r of it causing

blindness...........................................................

• If the printer becomes exessively hot, smoke appers from the printer, there us an odd smell, or any other abnormal situation occurs, there is a danger of fire or electrical shock. T urn the main switch OFF ( ) immediatel y, rem ove the power plug from the outlet and contact your service rep-

resentative.........................................................

• If anything harmful (paper clips, water, other fluids, etc) falls in to the printer , turn the main switc h OFF ( ) immediately. Next, remove the power plug from the outle t to avoid the danger of fire o r electrical shock. Then contact your service repre-

sentative............................................................

• When adding me mory , AL W A YS remove the power plug from the outle t. If this operation is performed with the power still attach ed, there is a

danger of electrical s hock..................................

• DO NOT remove or connect the power pl ug with wet hands, as th ere is a danger of electric al

shock.................................................................

• For safety purpose, ALWA YS remove the po wer plug from the outlet when cleaning the main

charger. .............................................................

• AL WA YS contact your servi ce representative for

maintenance or repair of interna l parts...............

CAUTION

• DO NOT pull the power cord whe n removing it from the outlet. If the cord is pulled, the wires may become broken and there is a da nger of fire or electrical shock. (ALWA YS grasp the plug when

removing the power c ord from the outle t.)..........

• AL WAYS remove the power plug from th e outlet when moving th e printer . If th e cord is da maged,

there is a danger o f fire or electrical shock. ........

• If the printer will not be used fo r a short period of time (overnight, etc), turn the main switch OFF (). If it will not be used for an ex tended period of time (vacations, etc), rem ove the power plug from the outlet for safety pu rposes during the time the

printer is not in us e................................... ..........

• Always hold the desi gnated parts only when lift-

ing or moving the p rinter ....................................

• For safety purpose, ALWA YS remove the power plug from the outl et when performin g cleaning

operations.........................................................

• If dust accumulates within the prin ter, these is a danger of fire or oth er trouble. It is therefore recommended that you consu lt with your service representative is regard to cleaning of internal parts. This is partic ularly effe ctive if acco mplished prior to seasons of high humidity. Consul t with your service representa tive in regard to the

cost cleaning th e internal parts of the printer ......

Other precautions

• DO NOT place heavy objects on the printer or cause other damage to the prin ter.

• DO NOT open the front c over, turn o ff the main switch, or pull out the power plug during printing.

• During printing, som e ozone is released, but th e amount does not cause a ny ill ef fect to one's health. If, howev er , the printer is used o ver a long peri od of time in a poorly ventilated room or when making an extremely large number of prints, the sm ell may become unpleasan t. T o maintain the appropriate en vironment for prin t work, it is suggested that the room be prope rly ventilated.

• When lifting or moving the pri nter , contact you r service representative.

• DO NOT touch electrical parts , such as co nnectors or printed circuit boards . They could be damaged by static electricity.

• DO NOT attempt to perform any operations not explain ed in this handbook.

• CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedu res other than thos e specified h erein may result in hazardous radi ation exposure.

Cautions when handling consumables

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CAUTION

• Avoid inha lation, ingestion, sk in or eye contact. If ingestion occurs, dilute stomach contents thoroughly with water and seek medic al treatment. If skin contact occurs, wa sh with soap and water. If contact with eyes occurs, flush thoroughly with

water and seek medic al treatment.....................

• Prolonged inhalation of ecessive dusts may cause lung dama ge. Use of th is product, as intended, does no t result in inh alation of exc es-

sive dusts..........................................................

• Keep away from chi ldren...................................

• DO NOT incinerate ton er and toner containers.

Dangerous sparks may cause burn...................

Other precautions

• Always read the s afety instructions whi ch are included in the box or printed in the contain er when handl ing consumables.

• Dispose of the toner or toner containers in accordance with Federal, State an d Local rules an d regulations.

• Store consumable in a cool, dark location.

• If the printer will not be used for an extend ed period of time, remove the paper from the cassette, ret urn it to its original package and reseal it.

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1.2. Unpacking and Inspection

The printer is packed as shown below. Unpack the printer following diagrams 1 and 2 on the next page. While unpacking it, check that the listed parts are all accounted for.

Examine the package for any signs of damage that may have been caused during transportation. If the carton is found to be badly damaged, leave the carton unopened and immediately notify the dealer from whom you purchased the printer.

Save the box and other packing materials in case you have to repack the printer for transportation at a later date.

List of Shipped Components

(A) Face-up output tray (DP-1800 only)

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(B) Toner container and Waste Toner Bottle (Box for the developer unit)

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(D) User's Manual and CD-ROM, including the printer drivers

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(E) Paper stopper for Face-up out tray (DP-1800 only)

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(B)

(C)

(A)

(D)

(E)

Printer

To remove the printer from the box, grasp the handholds on either side of the printer. Lift the printer from the carton as shown below.

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Always use these handholds when-

ever you lift or move the printer. The handhold on the right side of the

printer doubles as the memory card slot. Be sure to remove the memory card first, if inserted, before lifting or moving the printer.

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1.3. Names of Parts

This section takes you on a guided tour of the printer, pointing out its major parts. The part names introduced here will be used throughout this manual.

Front View

Paper Full Sensor (Model DP-1800 only)

Power Switch

Side Cover

Face-down Output Tray

Paper Stopper Control Panel

MP (Multi-Purpose) Tray

Paper Feed Unit Release Lever

Memory Card Slot

Paper Cassette

Size Window

MP Tray

Transfer Roller

Option Paper Feeder Connector*

Registration Roller

Paper Cassette Paper Feed Unit

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1.3. Names of Parts

Interior View

oner Container Release

Lever (Green)

To p Co ve r

Toner Container

Side Cover

Cleaner Knob (Green)

Rear View

Rear Cover

Serial Interface (RS-232C/RS-422A) Connector

Waste Toner Bottle

Main Charger Unit

Parallel Interface Connector

Option Interface Slot Cover

*: To protect the printer against static discharge, the connector must be covered with the supplied protective cap

when not in use.

Option Paper Handler/Stacker Connector*

Power Cord Receptacle

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1.4. Setting Up and Interfacing

Before you can use the printer for the first time, you must set up the printer by installing the printer components and interfacing with the computer. The steps to be followed in setting up are:

Open the top cover.

Install the toner container.

Close the top cover.

Install the waste toner bottle.

Adjusting the paper guides in the cassette and adding paper.

Open the paper stopper on the face-down output tray.

Install the face-up output tray (if required).

Connect the printer to the computer.

Attach the power cord.

Print a status page.

10.

Test the interface with the computer.

11.

Set the emulation mode.

12.

Install the printer driver.

13.

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1.4. Setting Up and Interfacing

1—Open the top cover

Remove the packing tape from the printer.

Open the printer top cover all the way.

2—Install the toner container

Take the toner container from the toner kit.

With the label side down, thoroughly shake the

toner container (in the direction of the arrow) ten times or more to loosen and mix the toner inside.

To p Co ve r

The bottom of the toner container is sealed with a

sealing strip. Peel off the seal on the toner container and carefully pull off and dispose of the sealing strip.

Be sure to peel the seal off the toner container

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before the toner container is fitted into the developer unit.

Install the toner container on the developer

as show in the diagram.

Toner Container

Sealing strip

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Developer Unit

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