S U P E R S C R I P T 1 8 0 0
USER’S GUIDE
July, 1999
808-878290-012A
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Copyright 1999
NEC Technologies, Inc.
1250 N. Arlington Heights Rd.
Itasca, IL 60143
All Rights Reserved.
Copyright 1999
NEC Corporation
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Tokyo 108-01, Japan
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CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION |
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Overview |
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SuperScript 1800 Highlights |
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Printer Options |
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System Requirements |
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Hardware Requirements |
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SuperScript 1800 Features |
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Printer Driver Features |
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Energy Saving |
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Operator Panel Features |
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CHAPTER 2: GETTING STARTED |
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Overview |
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Safety Instructions |
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Selecting a Location |
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Unpacking |
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Checking Printer Contents |
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Identifying Printer Parts |
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Front View |
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Back View |
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Top Internal View |
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Back Internal View |
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Installing the Toner Cartridge |
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Loading The 500-sheet Cassette |
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Connecting the Printer Locally |
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Connecting the Printer to a Network |
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CHAPTER 3: INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE |
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Overview |
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Software for Windows 95 and 98 |
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Installing the Software |
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Removing Printer Software |
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Software for Windows NT 4.0 |
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Installing the Software |
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Removing Printer Software |
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Software for Windows 3.1x |
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Installing the Software |
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Removing the Software |
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Software for the Macintosh |
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Software Requirements |
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Hardware Requirements |
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Installing the Software |
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CHAPTER 4: PRINTER SOFTWARE |
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Overview |
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Windows 95 and 98 Operating Systems |
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Opening the Driver Properties Window |
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NEC SuperScript 1800 PCL6 Properties |
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NEC SuperScript 1800 PCL5e Properties |
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Windows 95 and 98 PostScript Properties |
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The SuperScript 1800 Status Monitor |
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Windows NT 4.0 Operating Systems |
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Opening the Driver Properties Window |
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PCL6 Printer Driver |
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PCL5e Printer Driver |
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Windows PostScript Printer Driver |
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Windows 3.1x Operating Systems |
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Opening the Driver Properties Window |
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NEC SuperScript 1800 PCL6 Properties |
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NEC SuperScript 1800 PCL5e Properties |
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Macintosh Operating Systems |
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Opening the |
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Page Setup and Print Dialog Boxes |
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The Page Setup Dialog Box |
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The Print Dialog Box |
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CHAPTER 5: THE OPERATOR PANEL |
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Overview |
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Using the Operator Panel Buttons |
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Indicator Light |
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Operator Panel Buttons |
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Using the Menu Tree |
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Operator Panel Tasks |
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Taking the Printer Offline and Online |
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Setting Media Type |
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Stopping a Print Job |
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Cleaning the Fuser Unit |
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Restoring Factory Defaults |
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Printing Information Pages |
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The Status Display |
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Overview of Operator Panel Menus |
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Operator Panel Menus |
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CHAPTER 6: USING THE PRINTER |
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Overview |
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Using the Multipurpose Tray |
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Loading Paper |
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in the Optional 500-sheet 2nd Cassette |
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Duplex Printing |
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Manual Printing |
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Printing Envelopes |
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Loading Envelopes into the Multipurpose Tray |
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Loading Envelopes |
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into the 500-sheet 2nd Cassette |
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Printing Envelopes |
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From the Printer Driver |
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Printing Envelopes |
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Manually From the Operator Panel |
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Printing Transparencies |
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For Best Results |
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Printing Labels |
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CHAPTER 7: MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER
Overview |
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Precautions |
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Replacing the Toner Cartridge |
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Cleaning the Printer |
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Moving the Printer |
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CHAPTER 8: PRINTER OPTIONS |
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Overview |
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Installing the 500-sheet 2nd Cassette |
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Accessing the Printer Controller Board |
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Printer Memory Upgrade |
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PostScript Level 2 Upgrade |
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IrDA and Serial Interface Upgrade |
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System Requirements |
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IrDA Card Installation |
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IrDA and Serial Connection |
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Apple LocalTalk and Serial Interface Upgrade |
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Hardware Requirements |
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Software Requirements |
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Interface Card Installation |
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LocalTalk and Serial Connection |
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10/100Base-TX Network Interface Upgrade |
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NIC Installation |
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CHAPTER 9: TROUBLESHOOTING |
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Overview |
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Print Quality Maintenance |
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Simple Troubleshooting |
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Paper Jam Problems |
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Jam Recovery feature |
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Understanding the Paper Path |
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Clearing Paper Jams |
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Paper Jams in the Multipurpose Tray Area |
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Paper Jams in 500-sheet Cassette Area |
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Duplex Paper Jam in the Input Tray Area |
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Duplex Paper Jam in the Back Area |
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Paper Jams in the Output Area |
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Paper Jams in the Back of the Printer |
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Operator Panel Messages |
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Print Quality |
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PostScript Problems |
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CHAPTER 10: TECHNICAL SUPPORT |
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Overview |
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Assistance Nearby |
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Help From Within Your Company |
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Help From Your Dealer |
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NEC Technical Support |
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How to Contact NEC |
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Ordering Supplies |
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NEC Warranty and Service |
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NEC Service Contracts |
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SuperScript 1800 Printer Limited Warranty |
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Warranty Period |
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Warranty Coverage |
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Warranty Support |
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Obtaining Warranty Service |
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Limitation of |
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Damages and Implied Warranties |
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APPENDIX A: PRINTER SPECIFICATIONS |
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Operating Specifications |
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APPENDIX B: MEDIA SPECIFICATIONS |
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Media Specifications |
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APPENDIX C: SAFETY INFORMATION |
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Laser Safety |
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CDRH Regulations |
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Ozone Emission |
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FCC Statement |
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APPENDIX D:
STATUS MONITOR MESSAGES
Status Monitor Messages |
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Index
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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
OVERVIEW
The fully-featured NEC SuperScript™ 1800 laser printer offers the best value today for fast monochrome duplex printing. The 1800 delivers high resolution, laser output for business presentations and reports. The Multipurpose Tray, 500-sheet Cassette, and optional 500-sheet 2nd Cassette combine to hold 1,100 sheets of paper.
The SuperScript 1800 has been designed to support all major personal computer operating systems, including: DOS, Windows® 3.1x, Windows® 95/98, and Windows NT® 4.0. Macintosh System 7.x and 8.x are supported with the optional 10/100Base-TX network interface card (NIC), or the Apple® LocalTalk® and serial interface card. These networking features allow users or workgroups on a TCP/IP, Novell® Netware®, DLC/LLC, or Apple EtherTalk® network to share the printer.
The following section reviews the features and options that will allow you to take full advantage of your SuperScript 1800 capabilities.
SuperScript 1800 Highlights
•Prints up to 17 pages per minute
•Internal duplexer allows printing on both sides of the page
•PCL6 and PCL5e printer languages
•1,200 dpi quality with NEC Sharp Edge Technology (SET)
•A 100MHz 64-bit PowerPC RISC processor
•12 MB of RAM standard, expandable to 132 MB
•Year-2000 compliant
Printer Options
You can add these options to increase productivity and performance.
•500-sheet/40-envelope 2nd Cassette
•Industry standard 72-pin SIMM’s
•PostScript® Level 2 Upgrade Kit
•Apple® LocalTalk® and Serial Upgrade Kit
•IrDA and Serial Interface Upgrade Kit
•10/100Base-TX internal Network Interface Card
note: The instructions in this guide assume that you are familiar with your computer and/or network configuration, and that your system is configured and operating properly.
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System Requirements
Your SuperScript 1800 printer and software can operate using the following minimum system configurations.
Windows Operating System
•Microsoft Windows 3.1x, Windows 95/98, or Windows NT 4.0
•486 or higher CPU
•CD-ROM drive
•5 MB of free hard disk space
•8 MB or more of RAM
Macintosh Operating System
•MacOS 7.1 or higher
•CD-ROM drive
Hardware Requirements
You need to provide the following additional hardware to setup and connect your printer.
•For a direct connection, an IEEE 1284-compliant parallel cable.
•If you are connecting a SuperScript 1800N printer or if you have installed the optional 1800 NIC, you will need a Category 5 twisted pair cable with RJ-45 connectors for 10/100Base-TX Ethernet.
note: The SuperScript 1800 with a network interface card (NIC) automatically detects whether you have a 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps Ethernet connection. For better performance, NEC recommends that you use shielded cable when connecting to 100 Mbps Ethernet.
SUPERSCRIPT 1800 FEATURES
SuperScript 1800 printer features give you many ways to customize your print jobs. There is often more than one place to change the same printer setting. These include:
•PCL 5e and PCL6 printer drivers and the optional SuperScript 1800 PostScript Level 2 driver
•The printer’s operator panel
Printer Driver Features
Duplex Printing
Duplex printing or “duplexing” allows you to print on both sides of the paper. This can speed up the print time and help conserve paper. You can use duplex printing two ways.
Choosing Long Edge lets you have the
binding orientation along the long edge of the paper as in a magazine.
Choosing Short Edge lets you have the binding orientation along the short edge of the paper as in a calendar.
The duplexing feature can be accessed from the printer driver’s Properties pages or from the Operator Panel.
Proof Sheets
This layout mode allows you to print out a reduced version of your document or booklet. It lets you scan multiple pages at a glance and is accessible through the Layout Mode area of the Finishing tab in your Window’s driver.
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With the watermark feature found in the Window’s printer driver you can superimpose a line of text diagonally across your final output. Typical examples of watermarks are the words “Draft” or “Confidential.”
Scale to Paper Size
This feature allows you to scale your print job to any supported paper size regardless of the digital document size. This can be useful when you want to check the detail in a small file.
Operator Panel Features
You can use the Operator Panel to quickly cancel a print job or change settings. If you do not have an on screen printer driver because you are using DOS or UNIX operating systems, use the Operator Panel to set up your print jobs.
You can view messages on the Operator Panel to help diagnose printing problems. In addition, the Operator Panel allows you to print out informational pages. These pages include font lists and test pages that show you things like the total page count. If you have a networked printer you can also set the printer’s TCP/IP address or reconfigure network settings. Chapter 5, “The Operator Panel,” provides instructions for using the printer’s Operator Panel.
Energy Saving
The SuperScript 1800 printer meets the requirements of the Environmental Protection Agency’s Energy Star Computers program for printers. The 
purpose of this program is to promote
the manufacturing and marketing of energy-efficient office automation equipment, thereby potentially reducing combustion-related pollution. (The Energy Star emblem does not represent EPA endorsement of any product or service.)
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CHAPTER 2
GETTING STARTED
OVERVIEW
This chapter tells you how to safely set up your printer and begin printing right away. Included are instructions for
•Selecting a location and unpacking
•Checking printer contents and identifying printer parts
•Installing the standard 500-sheet Cassette and the Toner Cartridge
•Loading the 500-sheet Cassette
•Connecting the printer to your computer or network
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To protect yourself and your equipment from possible damage, always follow these precautions.
•Protect the printer from dampness or spills.
•Save the printer box and all packing materials that came with your printer in case you need to ship it later.
note: In order for this printer to work, it is very important to properly install the printer driver software after the printer is connected. See Chapter 3 for specific installation instructions for your operating system.
•Do not block or cover the ventilation holes on the side and back of the printer.
•Unless otherwise indicated in this guide, do not attempt to repair or modify the printer yourself.
•Read the installation instructions carefully before you plug in your printer, and follow all warnings.
•Keep this User’s Guide handy for reference.
•The fuser area, under the Top and Back Covers is very hot. Let the printer cool at least 15 minutes before touching these areas.
WARNING! This printer is intended to be electrically grounded. It comes with a three-wire grounding plug. This plug will only fit a grounded AC outlet or power strip. This is a safety feature. Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding plug by removing the third pin.
SELECTING A LOCATION
Select a level, stable place with adequate space for air circulation and opening covers and trays. The area should be well ventilated and away from direct sunlight or sources of heat, cold, and humidity. See image below for clearance space. Do not set the printer close to the edge of your desk or table!
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Keep printer vents unobstructed
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“Printer Specifications.”
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UNPACKING
Follow these steps to safely unpack the printer.
1.Open the top cover of the packing box and remove the Accessory Kit, QuickStart Guide, Toner Cartridge, and Power Cord (A).
2.Carefully lift the printer out of the box. Use the hand grips on both sides of the printer (B).
Unpacking the Printer
3.Make sure all items are included in your box (see the list on the next page).
4.Remove any packing tape from the printer.
5.Remove the 500-sheet Cassette from the printer (C) and remove the packing material from inside (D).
6.Insert the tray into the printer (E).
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CHECKING PRINTER CONTENTS
Take a moment to verify that the following items were included in your printer box.
•SuperScript 1800 Printer
•500-sheet Cassette (already installed in printer)
•QuickStart Guide
•Accessory Kit (contained in an envelope)
•Power Cord
•Toner Cartridge
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For local connection:
IEEE 1284-compliant
Bidirectional Parallel Cable
For network connection:
Category 5 Twisted Pair Cable with RJ-45 Connectors for 10/100Base-TX Ethernet
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IDENTIFYING PRINTER PARTS
Use the illustrations on the facing page to identify standard parts for the SuperScript 1800.
Front View
•Operator Panel —for displaying messages and configuring the printer. The LCD message area pops up for easy viewing.
•Power Button —for turning on and off the printer.
•Hand Grips —used for lifting printer.
•Top Cover —provides access to the Toner Cartridge (also serves as the Output Tray).
•Output Tray (Bin) —holds up to 250 printed sheets.
Referred to as output bin on the Operator Panel.
•Paper Sensor (internal)—senses when the Output tray has reached its limit of printed sheets. Operator Panel will display a message when this happens.
•Top Cover Release Button —unlocks and opens the Top Cover.
•Multipurpose Tray —drops open to hold various amounts of paper, envelopes, labels, or transparencies.
ReferredtoasTray1intheprinterdriverandOperator Panel.
•500-sheet Cassette —standard input tray. Referred to as
Tray 2 in the printer driver or Operator Panel.
•Paper Level Indicator —a see through window showing paper level.
Back View
•Back Label —contains the printer’s serial number necessary for warranty registration.
•Interface Panel —contains the Controller Board and any added options such as a network interface card (NIC).
•Power Cord Connector —for attaching the Power Cord.
•Back Vent —allows ventilation.
•Side Vent —holds ventilation fan.
Top Internal View
•Transfer Roller —transfers image to paper.
•Toner Cartridge Area —holds Toner Cartridge.
•Laser Brush —used to clean the laser beam window.
Back Internal View
•Back Cover —opens to facilitate clearing paper jams occurring in the back area.
•Fuser Unit —uses heat and pressure to adhere image to the paper.
•Duplex Unit —prints double-sided documents.
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Important Printer Parts
FRONT VIEW
Top Cover
Multipurpose Tray
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Power Button 
500-sheet Cassette (Tray 2)
Paper Level Indicator
BACK VIEW
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Operator Panel
Laser Brush
Top Cover
Release Button
Hand Grip
BACK INTERNAL VIEW
Duplex Unit
Back Cover
Side Vent
Back Vent
Back Label
Power Cord
Connector
Fuser Unit
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INSTALLING THE TONER CARTRIDGE
1.Press the Top Cover Release Button, then lift the Top Cover (A).
2.Remove the Toner Cartridge from its bag (B). Do not open the shutter or touch the shiny green material on the underside of the Toner Cartridge.
3.Hold the cartridge horizontally and shake as shown about 10 times (C).
4.Rock the Toner Cartridge forward and back several times
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note: Please shake the Toner Cartridge thoroughly to loosen and distribute the toner inside, which may have settled during storage.
5.Facing the front of the printer, gently place the Toner Cartridge inside (E). Make sure the arrow on top of the Toner Cartridge points to the back of the printer.
6.Close the Top Cover of the printer (F).
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LOADING THE 500-SHEET CASSETTE
The 500-sheet Cassette (Tray 2) can hold up to 500 sheets of medium weight paper—letter size (U.S.), legal, folio or A4. See Appendix B, “Media Specifications,” for a complete list of paper that can be used.
1.Pull the 500-sheet Cassette tray out of the printer (A).
2.Squeeze the metal plate on the Back Paper Guide and slide it to the desired paper length. It will click into place
(B). Paper size markings are embossed on the inside bottom of the tray.
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3.Pinch the top of the Right Corner Guide, lift slightly, and slide the guide to the width of your paper (C). Paper size widths are embossed on top of the Back Paper Guide.
4.To load legal or folio size paper, make sure the lever on the front left side of the cassette is locked (D). If it is not all the way down as shown, pull the lever out slightly and snap it into the small hole under the slot.
5.Push down metal plate in bottom of tray (E).
6.Load the paper stack against the back left corner of the cassette tray (F). Directions continued on next page.
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7.Make sure the bottom of the paper stack is under the metal tab (G).
note: Load paper in this cassette print-side down.
8.Squeeze the Paper Width Guide and slide it lightly against the paper as shown (H).
9.Gently insert the 500-sheet Cassette into the printer (I).
Paper Limit Line
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Do not overfill the cassette!
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CONNECTING THE PRINTER LOCALLY
To connect the SuperScript 1800 printer locally we recommend using an IEEE 1284-compliant bidirectional parallel cable that is no more than 6 feet in length. If you use a cable that is longer than 6 feet, it should be certified as 1284 bidirectional. Make sure the printer and computer are both turned off and disconnected from the power.
1.Plug the appropriate end of the parallel cable into the connector on the back of the printer. Fasten the clips at the end of the connector into the notches on the plug (A).
2.Plug the other end of the cable into the appropriate parallel connector on your computer (B).
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3.Connect the Power Cord to the rear of the printer. Plug the other end of the Power Cord into a properly grounded outlet (C).
note: If you are running Windows 95 or 98 on your computer, make sure both the computer and the printer are turned off before you install the printer software. See Chapter 3, “Installing the Software,” for printer driver installation instructions.
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CONNECTING THE PRINTER TO A
NETWORK
If you have a SuperScript 1800 with a NIC installed, you can connect to an Ethernet network. Use a Category 5 twisted pair cable
with RJ-45 connectors for 10/100Base-T Ethernet.
Follow these basic steps to connect the printer and verify that it is communicating with the network.
1.Make sure your computer and printer are turned off (A).
2.Connect the network’s twisted pair cable with RJ-45 connectors to the network port on your printer (B).
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3.Attach the power cord to the printer and plug it in (C).
4.Turn on the printer. It may take up to a few minutes to warm up.
5.A network settings page will print out showing the network status of the printer.
6.For more details about configuring your printer for the network refer to the SuperScript 1800 Network User’s Guide.
note: If you are running Windows 95 or 98 on your computer, turn off both the computer and the printer before you install the printer software. See Chapter 3, “Installing the Software,” for printer driver installation instructions.
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CHAPTER 3
INSTALLING
THE SOFTWARE
OVERVIEW
This chapter describes how to install the SuperScript 1800 printer software onto a Windows or Macintosh computer. For detailed information about the software features, see Chapter 4, “Printer Software.”
SOFTWARE FOR WINDOWS 95 & 98
Printer software for computers running Windows 95 or 98 is listed below.
•PCL6 printer driver
•PCL5e printer driver
•PostScript Printer Description (PPD)
•SuperScript 1800 Status Monitor
NEC recommends using the PCL6 driver because of it’s advanced features. Use the PCL5e driver for legacy applications that cannot communicate with the PCL6 driver.
Windows 95 and 98 come with a standard PostScript printer driver. In order to send print jobs to the printer, the PostScript driver must use the PPD.
note: To use the Windows PostScript printer driver, the NEC PostScript Level 2 Upgrade Kit (Order No. 1802) must be installed in the printer. See Chapter 8, “Printer Options,” for more information.
Use the Status Monitor for monitoring the connection between the computer and printer and the status of a print job. The Status Monitor cannot be used to monitor a printer connected to a network.
Installing the Software
note: If installing the printer software for the first time, assure that the printer and computer are both turned off before performing the following procedures!
The printer software can be installed using the Windows Plug-N-Play feature or by using the NEC Meta Installer.
note: NEC recommends using the Meta Installer method to install the printer software.
Using Windows Plug-n-Play
Windows Plug-N-Play is a feature of Windows 95 and 98 that automatically recognizes when new hardware is connected to the computer. If the printer is connected to the computer with an IEEE 1284-compliant parallel cable, Windows will be aware of it and begin asking you for information so it can install the printer software. This procedure will only install the PCL6 printer driver.
note: If you started your system at an earlier time, then canceled out of the Windows Plug-N-Play installation, use the NEC Meta Installer method.
To install a PCL6 driver using Windows Plug-N-Play:
1.Turn on the printer and wait until READY appears on the Operator Panel display.
2.Turn on your computer and while it starts, it will become aware of the new printer connected to it.
3.Follow the instructions displayed on your monitor.
4.If asked to locate any files, they can be found on the
SuperScript 1800 Solutions CD in one of the following directories, depending if you are running
Windows 95 or 98.
•SS1800\DISKETTE\WIN95\PCL6\DISK1
•SS1800\DISKETTE\WIN98\PCL6\DISK1
Once Step 4 is completed, the NEC SuperScript 1800 PCL6 printer driver can be used for printing.
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Using the NEC Meta Installer
The NEC Meta Installer is a program that installs all the printer software without having to use Windows Plug-N- Play. During the install, you can choose which software you want to install.
To install the printer software using the NEC Meta Installer:
1.Turn on your computer and wait until the desktop appears.
2.Turn on the printer and wait until READY appears on the Operator Panel display.
3.Insert the SuperScript 1800 Solutions CD into your computer.
note: If the NEC SuperScript 1800 Solutions CD Installer appears on the monitor shortly after the disk is inserted, go to Step 6, if not, go to Step 4.
4.From the desktop, double-click My Computer to open the My Computer window.
5.Double-click the NEC SS1800 icon to start the installer.
As an alternative, right mouse button click on NEC SS1800 then select Open or Autoplay to start the installer. If neither one of these methods work, doubleclick Setup.exe which is located on the CD.
6.Follow the instructions that appear on your monitor to complete the installation.
note: To install a PostScript printer driver, select
NEC 1800 PS Printer Driver when the Select Components dialog box appears. Later, when the Add Printer Wizard appears, click the Have Disk button then navigate the
SuperScript 1800 Solutions CD to the appropriate directory to get the PostScript installation file. Depending on your operating system, navigate to one of the following directories.
•\Ss1800\Win95\Ps
•\Ss1800\Win98\Ps
Installing Additional Software
If you have already added some printer software, you can add the remaining programs at anytime.
To install additional printer software:
1.Insert the SuperScript 1800 Solutions CD into your computer.
note: If the NEC Installer appears on the monitor shortly after the disk is inserted, go to Step 4, if not, go to Step 2.
2.From the desktop, double-click My Computer to open the My Computer window.
3.Double-click the NEC SS1800 icon to start the installer.
As an alternative, right mouse button click on NEC SS1800 then select Open or Autoplay to start the installer. If neither one of these methods work, doubleclick Setup.exe which is located on the CD.
4.Follow the instructions that appear on your monitor to complete the installation.
note: To install a PostScript printer driver, select
NEC 1800 PS Printer Driver when the Select Components dialog box appears. Later, when the Add Printer Wizard appears, click the Have Disk button then navigate the
SuperScript 1800 Solutions CD to the appropriate directory to get the PostScript installation file. Depending on your operating system, navigate to one of the following directories.
•\Ss1800\Win95\Ps
•\Ss1800\Win98\Ps
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Removing Printer Software
Different methods are used for removing the printer drivers and Status Monitor from computers running Windows 95 or 98.
To remove a printer driver:
1.Click the Windows Start button, point to Settings , then select Printers to open the Printers window.
2.Select the printer driver you want to remove.
3.From the File menu, select Delete , and a confirmation will appear.
4.Click Yes to confirm.
To remove the Status Monitor, PCL6, and PCL5e driver:
1.Click the Windows Start button, point to Programs , then to NEC SuperScript 1800 , then select
NEC SuperScript 1800 Uninstaller and a confirmation message will appear.
2.Click Yes to begin removing the software from your computer.
SOFTWARE FOR WINDOWS NT 4.0
Software for computers running Windows NT 4.0 is in the form of three printer drivers: the PCL6, PCL5e, and the Windows PostScript printer driver. All three can be installed from the SuperScript 1800 Solutions CD.
NEC recommends using the PCL6 driver because of it’s advanced features. Use the PCL5e driver for legacy applications. If the PostScript 2 Upgrade Kit has been installed in the printer, use the Windows Postscript driver.
Installing the Software
Installing a PCL6, PCL5e, or Windows PostScript driver involves inserting the SuperScript 1800 Solutions CD into your computer and following the instructions displayed on the monitor. During the install, you can choose which driver you want to install.
note: To use the Windows PostScript printer driver, the NEC PostScript Level 2 Upgrade Kit (Order No. 1802) must be installed into the printer. See Chapter 8, “Printer Options,” for more information.
To install printer software for Windows NT 4.0:
1.Turn on your computer and wait until the desktop appears.
2.Turn on the printer and wait until READY appears on the Operator Panel display.
3.Insert the SuperScript 1800 Solutions CD into your computer.
note: If the NEC SuperScript 1800 Solutions CD Installer appears on the monitor shortly after the disk is inserted, go to Step 6, if not, go to Step 4.
4.From the desktop, double-click My Computer to open the My Computer window.
5.Double-click the NEC SS1800 icon to start the installer.
As an alternative, right mouse button click on NEC SS1800 then select Open or Autoplay to start the installer. If neither one of these methods work, doubleclick Setup.exe which is located on the CD.
note: To install a PostScript printer driver, select NEC 1800 PS Printer Driver when the Select Components dialog box appears. Later, when the Add Printer Wizard appears, click the Have Disk button then navigate the
SuperScript 1800 Solutions CD to the appropriate directory to get the PostScript installation file. Depending on your operating system, navigate to the following directory:
• \Ss1800\Winnt4\Ps
6.Follow the instructions that appear on your monitor to complete the installation.
Removing Printer Software
To remove a printer driver from Windows NT 4.0:
1.Click the Windows Start button, point to Settings , then select Printers to open the Printers window.
2.Select the printer driver you want to remove.
3.From the File menu, select Delete , and a confirmation will appear.
4.Click Yes to confirm.
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SOFTWARE FOR WINDOWS 3.1X
Software for computers running Windows 3.1x is in the form of two printer drivers: the PCL6 and PCL5e printer driver. Both can be installed from the SuperScript 1800 Solutions CD.
NEC recommends using the PCL6 driver because of it’s advanced features. Use the PCL5e driver for legacy applications.
Installing the Software
Installing a PCL6 and PCL5e driver involves inserting the
SuperScript 1800 Solutions CD into your computer and starting the Setup program located on the CD. Both drivers will be installed simultaneously.
To install printer software for Windows 3.1x:
1.Insert the SuperScript 1800 Solutions CD into your computer.
2.Open the Program Manager window.
3.From the File menu, select Run to open the Run dialog box.
4.Click Browse to open the Browse dialog box.
5.From the Drives drop-down list, select the item assigned to your CD drive. Once selected, the directories and files located on the SuperScript 1800 Solutions CD will appear.
6.Select Setup.exe , then click OK to return to the Run dialog box.
7.Click OK to begin installing the printer software.
When the Select Components dialog box appears, select the Printer Driver check box then continue to follow the instructions displayed on your monitor to finish the install.
When the installation is complete, it is not necessary to restart your computer.
Removing the Software
Removing the printer software involves using an uninstaller program to simultaneously remove all the SuperScript 1800 printer software.
To remove the printer software from Windows 3.1x:
1.Open the Program Manager window.
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Double-click the NEC SuperScript 1800 icon to open the |
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NEC SuperScript 1800 window. |
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Double-click the NEC SuperScript Uninstaller icon to |
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When the removal is complete, it is not necessary to restart your computer.
SOFTWARE FOR THE MACINTOSH
This section describes the hardware and software requirements for Macintosh computers, and how to install the printer software.
Software Requirements
For Macintosh computers to connect to the printer, they must meet three software requirements:
•The operating system must be Mac OS 7.1 or higher.
•The standard Macintosh LaserWriter printer driver must be installed.
•The NEC SuperScript 1800 PPD must be installed.
Hardware Requirements
Hardware requirements are categorized into requirements for the Macintosh and requirements for the printer.
Macintosh Hardware Requirements
The hardware required by your Macintosh is based on how you plan on connecting it to the printer. The connection can be made by using Apple LocalTalk or by using a network.
•To directly connect to the printer using LocalTalk, your Macintosh must have a LocalTalk port. A LocalTalk cable is then used for connecting the port directly to the printer. The cable is not supplied with the printer, but is available at your local computer hardware store.
•If using a network to connect to the printer, your Macintosh must has a Network Interface Card (NIC) and the appropriate cable to connect the NIC to your network.
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Printer Hardware Requirements
To receive print jobs from a Macintosh computer, the printer must be upgraded so that it can process the PostScript printer language, and also be upgraded to use either a LocalTalk or a network connection.
For detailed information about the following upgrades, see Chapter 8, “Printer Options.” For ordering information, see Chapter 10, “Technical Support.”
POSTSCRIPT LEVEL 2 UPGRADE (ORDER NO. 1802)
Since Macintosh computers send their print jobs to printers in the PostScript language, the SuperScript 1800 must be upgraded with the PostScript Level 2 Upgrade Kit.
APPLE LOCALTALK INTERFACE UPGRADE (ORDER NO. 1804)
Apple LocalTalk involves connecting the computer and printer directly to each other using a LocalTalk cable. If you plan on using this connection method, the LocalTalk and Serial Interface Upgrade Kit must be installed in the printer.
NETWORK INTERFACE UPGRADE (ORDER NO. 1805)
If you plan on connecting your Macintosh to the printer through a network, the 10/100Base-TX Network Interface Kit must be installed in the printer.
Installing the Software
Software installation involves installing the LaserWriter printer driver and SuperScript 1800 PPD.
Installing the LaserWriter Printer Driver
The LaserWriter printer driver is standard to the Mac OS 7.1 and higher. Check the Macintosh Chooser to assure that it is installed. If it isn’t, use the Mac OS help system for information about installing it.
Installing the SuperScript 1800 PPD
The SuperScript 1800 PPD is installed from the SuperScript 1800 Solutions CD.
To install the SuperScript 1800 PPD:
1.Insert the SuperScript 1800 Solutions CD into your Macintosh and the SS1800 window will appear.
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4.From the Connect Via drop-down list, select Printer Port if connecting with a LocalTalk cable, or select Ethernet if using a network connection.
note: If the computer is connected to a network, selecting Printer Port will disconnect communication with the network.
5.From the Apple menu, select Chooser to open the Chooser window.
6.From the left pane of the Chooser window, select
LaserWriter and the NEC SuperScript 1800 will appear in the right pane of the window.
7.Click Create to setup the printer. When created, the NEC SuperScript 1800 icon will appear on the desktop.
8.Close the Chooser window.
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CHAPTER 4
PRINTER SOFTWARE
OVERVIEW
Your SuperScript 1800 Solutions CD comes with two PCL printer drivers and a PostScript Printer Description (PPD) for creating and sending print jobs to the SuperScript 1800. This chapter describes those printer drivers and the PPD. This chapter divides the printer software based on the operating system used by your computer. Listed below is an outline for this chapter.
•Windows 95 and 98 Operating Systems
•Windows NT 4.0 Operating Systems
•Windows 3.1x Operating Systems
•Macintosh Operating Systems
Most printing functions are controlled through the Page Setup and Print dialog boxes, that can be opened from the File menu within a software application.
note: When you need to change the driver properties for a specific print job, it is better to change them from within the software application. Properties you change from within an application will affect the open document only and not all documents printed afterward.
WINDOWS 95 AND 98
OPERATING SYSTEMS
Listed below is printer software that can be used by computers running Windows 95 or 98 operating systems.
•NEC SuperScript 1800 PCL6 printer driver
•NEC SuperScript 1800 PCL5e printer driver
•Windows PostScript printer driver
•SuperScript 1800 Status Monitor
note: NEC recommends using the PCL6 driver because of it’s advanced features. Use the PCL5e driver for legacy applications that require PCL5e support.
Each driver has a properties window where all the controls for the driver are located. When printing a document, the default values can be used, or the values can be adjusted to meet your needs for a specific print job.
Opening the Driver Properties Window
The properties windows for the PCL6, PCL5e, and Windows PostScript printer drivers can be opened from the Printers Folder or an application.
To open the properties window from the Printers Folder:
1.Click the Windows Start button.
2.Select Settings then Printers to open the Printers window.
3.Select NEC SuperScript 1800 . The drivers will be identified using PCL6, PCL5e, or PS in their name.
4.Click the right mouse button and select Properties to open the properties window.
To open the properties window from inside an application:
1.From the File menu, select Print to open the Print dialog box.
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Name drop-down list. The drivers will be identified |
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NEC SuperScript 1800 PCL6 Properties
The NEC SuperScript 1800 PCL6 Properties window contains tabs that divide the PCL6 driver properties into eight categories.
•General
•Details
•Paper
NEC SuperScript 1800 PCL6 Properties Window for Windows 95 and 98
•Graphics
•Finishing
•Printer
•Overlays
•Watermarks
The figures shown below display each tab in the NEC SuperScript 1800 PCL6 properties window.
Click the Help button to start the help system. From the upper right hand corner, click ? then click on a setting for more information. Click Restore Defaults to return the setting values to their default.
General Tab |
Details Tab |
Paper Tab |
Graphics Tab |
Finishing Tab |
Printer Tab |
Overlays Tab |
Watermarks Tab |
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GENERAL PROPERTIES
The general properties provides commands for adjusting the most basic options for the driver and a print job.
Use the Comment text box for creating a description for the printer. The description will be displayed in the Printers window.
A page separater can be selected so that your print job has its own title page and identifies it from other jobs that were sent to the same printer.
A test page can be printed to test the connection from the computer to the printer.
DETAILS PROPERTIES
Use the details properties for managing printer ports and drivers used by your computer. If your computer has more than one port or driver, they can be selected from here.
Timeout and Spool options can also be set from here. Timeout controls how much time should pass before the print job must be resent or cancelled. The spool options control how the job should be sent to the printer—in small pieces, or as a single file. When sent as a single file, your computer can focus on other tasks after the job is sent.
PAPER PROPERTIES
Use the paper properties for setting the basic paper handling options.
GRAPHICS PROPERTIES
Use the graphics properties for optimizing the print job for specific types of graphics and fonts.
Graphic option settings can be used for configuring the driver to process graphics as raster or vector images. Another graphic option can be used for configuring the halftone of the printed graphic.
FINISHING PROPERTIES
The finishing properties provides options for adjusting the page Layout for your print job.
With layout options the print job can be produced in normal mode or scaled mode. In normal mode you can select how many pages of your document must be printed on a single
sheet of paper. In scale mode you can shrink or enlarge the printed image.
PRINTER PROPERTIES
There are five options available from the printer properties.
Printing resolution: A printing resolution of 1200 dpi quality can be selected which uses NEC Sharp Edge Technology (SET).
Printer memory: The printer memory must be set equal to how much memory is installed in the printer.
Error reporting: If printing problems are occurring, error reporting can be selected so a report of the problems will be printed.
Printing to a file: Saves the print job as a file.
Toner Save Mode: For draft documents this option can be selected to save on toner usage by printing text as normal and dimming the graphics.
OVERLAYS PROPERTIES
The overlays properties is very similar to watermarks. An existing file can be selected as an overlay to be printed on every page of the print job. For example, an overlay with your company’s trademark in the header and its address in the footer can be used. Overlays can only be used by word processors.
WATERMARKS PROPERTIES
A watermark is text, such as “draft” or “confidential,” that is added to the printed page. Use these properties to apply watermarks to your print job, create new ones, or modify existing ones. A preview area is provided so that you can see how the watermark will appear on the printed page.
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NEC SuperScript 1800 PCL5e Properties
The NEC SuperScript 1800 PCL5e Properties window contains tabs that divide the PCL5e driver properties into six categories.
•General
•Details
•Paper
•Printer Quality
•Fonts
•Device Options
Figures on the next page display each tab in the NEC SuperScript 1800 PCL5e properties window.
GENERAL PROPERTIES
Use the Comment text box for creating a description for the printer. The description is displayed in the Printers window.
A page separater can be selected so that your print job has its own title page and identifies it from other jobs that were sent to the printer.
A test page can be printed to test the connection from the computer to the printer.
DETAILS PROPERTIES
Use the details properties for managing printer ports and drivers used by your computer. If your computer has more than one port or driver, they can be selected from here.
PAPER PROPERTIES
Use the paper properties for selecting how many copies to make, which tray to use for paper, and the orientation of the print.
Use Paper Size to tell the printer what size of paper is loaded in the tray you want to use, and use Paper Type for telling the printer the type of paper.
PRINTER QUALITY PROPERTIES
Use the printer quality properties for adjusting the graphic mode, printer resolution, graphic quality, and grayscale of your print job. Using NEC Sharp Edge Technology, the printer resolution can be set to 1200 dpi quality.
Use Toner Save for saving printer toner by normally printing all text in a print job, but dimming all the graphics.
FONTS PROPERTIES
Fonts can be sent to the printer as TrueType or as Bitmaps.
DEVICE OPTIONS PROPERTIES
Use the device options properties for setting the amount of memory installed in the printer, or whether duplex printing must be used
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NEC SuperScript 1800 PCL5e Properties Window for Windows 95 and 98
Click the Help button to start the help system. From the upper right hand corner, click ? then click on a setting for more information. Click Restore Defaults to return the setting values to their default.
General Tab |
Details Tab |
Paper Tab |
Printer Quality Tab |
Fonts Tab |
Device Options Tab |
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Windows 95 and 98 PostScript Properties
note: To use the Windows PostScript driver the PostScript Level 2 Upgrade Kit must be installed in the printer.
The Windows PostScript properties window contains eight tabs that divide the properties into eight categories.
•General
•Details
•Paper
•Graphics
•Fonts
•Device Options
•PostScript
•Sharing
Figures on the next page display each tab in the Windows PostScript properties window.
GENERAL PROPERTIES
The general properties provides commands for adjusting the most basic options for the driver and a print job.
Use the Comment text box for creating a description for the printer. The description is displayed in the Printers window.
A page separater can be selected so that your print job has its own title page and identifies it from other jobs that were sent to the printer.
A test page can be printed to test the connection from the computer to the printer.
DETAILS PROPERTIES
Use the details properties for managing printer ports and drivers used by your computer. If your computer has more than one port or driver, they can be selected from here.
Timeout and Spool settings can also be set from here. Timeout controls how much time should pass before the print job must be resent or cancelled. The spool settings control how the job should be sent to the printer—in small pieces, or as a single file. When sent as a single file, your computer can
focus on other tasks after the job is sent.
PAPER PROPERTIES
Use the paper properties for setting the basic paper handling settings.
SHARING PROPERTIES
If your computer is connected to the printer using a local connect, and if it also connected to a network, use the sharing properties to let other computers on the network use the printer.
GRAPHICS PROPERTIES
Use the graphics properties for optimizing the print job for specific types of illustrations. Resolution, halftoning and scaling options are available from here.
FONTS PROPERTIES
Use the fonts properties for adjusting how fonts must be used in the print job. Options for True Type and PostScript fonts are available.
DEVICE OPTIONS PROPERTIES
Use the device options properties for telling the driver what options have been installed in the printer. For example, the optional 500-sheet Cassette and amount of memory (DRAM in the form of SIMMs).
POSTSCRIPT PROPERTIES
Use the PostScript properties for selecting how the basic properties for a PostScript print job must be managed. Properties such as output format and error reports for a print job can be configured. Although PostScript timeout controls are available, they are not recognized by the printer.
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Windows 95 and 98 PostScript Properties Window
Click the Help button to start the help system. From the upper right hand corner, click ? then click on a setting for more information. Click Restore Defaults to return the setting values to their default.
General Tab |
Details Tab |
Paper Tab |
Graphics Tab |
Fonts Tab |
Device Options Tab |
PostScript Tab |
Sharing Tab |
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The SuperScript 1800 Status Monitor
The SuperScript 1800 Status Monitor is an option that can be installed during or after the installation of any driver for computers running the Windows 95 and 98 operating systems. It communicates with the printer to determine the state of the connection, print job, and whether paper must be added. The Status Monitor cannot be used to monitor printers connected to a network.
For information about installing the SuperScript 1800 Status Monitor, see Chapter 3, “Installing the Software.”
Opening the Status Monitor
The Status Monitor can be opened at any time.
To open the Status Monitor From the Windows Start button:
1.Click the Windows Start button.
2.Point to Programs then NEC SuperScript 1800 .
3.Click Status Monitor and the Status Monitor will appear.
SuperScript 1800 Status Monitor for Windows 95 and 98
Current State Tab |
Preferences Tab |
The figures shown below display each tab in the SuperScript 1800 Status Monitor window.
While the Status Monitor is running, its icon can be seen in the status area of the Windows Task Bar.
Status Monitor icon
If the Status Monitor is hidden behind a window, click the icon and the monitor will appear.
About Tab
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Status Monitor Window
The Status Monitor has a Current State tab, Preferences tab, About tab, and a status bar for displaying information.
The Current State tab displays information, in a visual way, about the connection between the computer and printer, and the status of the printer.
The Preferences tab contains options for displaying the Status Monitor.
The About tab displays what version of the Status Monitor is installed and how to contact NEC.
WINDOWS NT 4.0
OPERATING SYSTEMS
Listed below is printer software for computers running the Windows NT 4.0 operating system.
•NEC SuperScript 1800 PCL6 printer driver
•NEC SuperScript 1800 PCL5e printer driver
•Windows PostScript printer driver
NEC recommends using the PCL6 driver. Use the PCL5e driver for legacy applications. If the PostScript 2 Upgrade Kit has been installed in the printer, use the Windows PostScript driver.
Opening the Driver Properties Window
The properties window for the PCL6, PCL5e, or Windows PostScript driver can be opened from the Windows Start button, a word processor, spreadsheet, drawing, or other software application.
Driver properties that are opened from the Printers window are known as general properties, and affect all applications. Driver properties opened from an application, known as Document Defaults, affect only the open document.
To open the general properties window:
1.Click the Windows Start button.
2.Select Settings then Printers to open the Printers window.
3.Select NEC SuperScript 1800 . The drivers will be identified using PCL6, PCL5e, or PS in their name.
4.Click the right mouse button and from the pop-up menu select Properties to open the properties window.
To open the document default properties window:
1.Start the software application.
2.Open the document (file) you want to print.
3.From the File menu, select Print to open the Print dialog box.
4. Assure that NEC SuperScript 1800 is selected in the Name drop-down list.
5. Click Properties to open the properties window.
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PCL6 Printer Driver
There are two PCL6 property windows for computers running the Windows NT 4.0 operating system.
•The NEC SuperScript 1800 PCL6 Properties window
•The NEC SuperScript 1800 PCL6 Default window
The PCL6 Properties window contains driver properties that are used by all software applications on your computer. It can be opened from the Windows NT 4.0 Printers window.
The PCL6 Default window can only be opened from inside a software application. The default properties only affect the open document within the software application.
NEC SuperScript 1800 PCL6 Properties Window
The NEC SuperScript 1800 PCL6 Properties window contains tabs that divide the PCL6 driver properties into six categories.
•General
•Ports
•Scheduling
•Sharing
•Security
•Printer
Figures shown on the next page display each tab in the NEC SuperScript 1800 PCL6 Properties window.
GENERAL PROPERTIES
The general properties provides commands for adjusting the most basic options for the driver and a print job.
Use the Comment text box for creating a description for the printer. The description will be displayed in the Printers window.
A page separater can be selected so that your print job has its own title page and identifies it from other jobs that were sent to the same printer.
A test page can be printed to test the connection between the computer and the printer.
PORTS PROPERTIES
Use the ports properties for setting and configuring the port on your computer that the printer. uses
SCHEDULING PROPERTIES
Use the scheduling properties for setting a time when the computer will process the print job.
Spool settings can also be set from here. The spool settings control how the job should be sent to the printer—in small pieces, or as a single file. When sent as a single file, your computer can focus on other tasks after the job is sent.
SHARING PROPERTIES
If your Windows NT 4.0 computer is connected to a network, these properties can be set so that the printer can be used by computers connected to the same the network. This will only work if the printer is directly connected to your computer.
SECURITY PROPERTIES
If sharing has been activated, use the security properties for controlling access to the printer.
PRINTER PROPERTIES
Use printer properties for setting the printing resolution for the print job, setting the amount of memory installed in the printer, for generating error reports if there are printing problems, or for creating a file out of the print job.
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NEC SuperScript 1800 PCL6 Properties Window for Windows NT 4.0
Click the Help button to start the help system. From the upper right hand corner, click ? then click on a setting for more information. Click Restore Defaults to return the setting values to their default.
General Tab |
Ports Tab |
Scheduling Tab |
Sharing Tab |
Security Tab |
Printer Tab |
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NEC SuperScript 1800 PCL6 Default Window
The NEC SuperScript 1800 PCL6 Default window contains tabs that divide the PCL6 driver properties into six categories.
•Printer
•Overlays
•Watermarks
•Paper
•Graphics
•Finishing
Driver properties in the PCL6 Default window can only be adjusted from inside a software application and only affect a document opened by that application.
Figures shown on the next page display each tab in the NEC SuperScript 1800 PCL6 Default window.
PRINTER PROPERTIES
Use printer properties for setting the printing resolution, the amount of memory is installed in the printer, for generating error reports if there are printing problems, or for printing the print job as a file.
OVERLAYS PROPERTIES
The overlays properties is very similar to watermarks. An existing file can be selected as an overlay to be printed on every page of the print job. For example, an overlay with your company’s trademark in the header and its address in the footer can be created. Overlays can only be used by word processors.
WATERMARKS PROPERTIES
A watermark is text, such as “draft” or “confidential,” that is added to the printed page. Use these properties to apply watermarks to your print job, create new ones, or modify existing ones. A preview area is provided for viewing how the watermark will appear on the page.
PAPER PROPERTIES
Use the paper properties for setting the basic paper handling settings.
GRAPHICS PROPERTIES
Use the graphics properties for optimizing the print job for specific types of graphics and fonts.
Graphic option settings can be used for configuring the driver to process graphics as raster or vector images. Another graphic option can be used for configuring the halftone of the printed illustration.
Graphic properties provides options for configuring the use of True Type Fonts in a print job. Also, Sharp Edge Technology (SET) can be selected for increasing the resolution quality by smoothing the printed edges of each character.
The specific weight or type of paper (media) can be selected, for example, thick, thin, or transparency.
FINISHING PROPERTIES
The finishing properties provides options for adjusting the page Layout for your print job.
With layout options the print job can be produced in normal mode or scaled mode. In normal mode you can select how many pages of your document must be printed on a single sheet of paper. In scale mode you can shrink or enlarge printed image.
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NEC SuperScript 1800 PCL6 Default Window for Windows NT 4.0
Click the Help button to start the help system. From the upper right hand corner, click ? then click on a setting for more information. Click Restore Defaults to return the setting values to their default.
Printer Tab |
Overlays Tab |
Watermarks Tab |
Paper Tab |
Graphics Tab |
Finishing Tab |
YSTEMSS PERATINGO 0.4 NT INDOWSW SOFTWARE PRINTER
Windows NT 4.0 Operating Systems |
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PCL5e Printer Driver
There are two PCL5e property windows for computers running the Windows NT 4.0 operating system.
•NEC SuperScript 1800 PCL5e Properties window
•NEC SuperScript 1800 PCL5e Document Default Properties window
The PCL5e Properties window contains driver properties that are used by all software applications on your computer. It can be opened from the Windows NT 4.0 Printers window.
The PCL5e Document Default Properties window can only be opened from inside a software application. The default properties only affect the open document within the software application.
NEC SuperScript 1800 PCL5e Properties Window
The NEC SuperScript 1800 PCL5e Properties window contains tabs that divide the PCL5e driver properties into six categories.
•General
•Ports
•Scheduling
•Sharing
•Security
•Device Settings
Figures shown on the next page display each tab in the NEC SuperScript 1800 PCL5e Properties window.
GENERAL PROPERTIES
The general properties provides commands for adjusting the most basic options for the driver and a print job.
Use the Comment text box for creating a description for the printer. The description will be displayed in the Printers window.
A page separater can be selected so that your print job has its own title page and identifies it from other jobs that were sent to the printer.
A test page can be printed to test the connection between the
computer and the printer.
PORTS PROPERTIES
Use the ports properties for setting and configuring the port on your computer that the printer uses.
SCHEDULING PROPERTIES
Use the scheduling properties for setting a time when the computer will process the print job.
Spool settings can also be set from here. The spool settings control how the job should be sent to the printer—in small pieces, or as a single file. When sent as a single file, your computer can focus on other tasks after the job is sent.
SHARING PROPERTIES
If your Windows NT 4.0 computer is connected to a network, these properties can be set so that the printer can be used by computers connected to the same the network. This will only work if the printer is directly connected to your computer.
SECURITY PROPERTIES
If sharing has been activated, use the security properties for controlling access to the printer.
DEVICE SETTINGS PROPERTIES
Use printer properties for setting the printing resolution for the print job, setting the amount of memory installed in the printer, for generating error reports if there are printing problems, and for printing to a file.
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