Ricoh MP01 User Manual

MP01

Printer Reference

Operating Instructions

Read this manual carefully before you use this product and keep it handy for future reference. For safety, please follow the instructions in this manual.

INTRODUCTION

This manual contains detailed instructions on the operation and maintenance of this machine. To get maximum versatility from this machine, all operators should carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual. Please keep this manual in a handy place near the machine. Please read the Safety Information in the Printer Reference before using this machine. It contains Important Information related to USER SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS.

As an Energy Star Partner, we have determined that this printer model meets Energy Star Guidelines for energy efficiency.

For good print quality, Ricoh recommends that you use genuine Ricoh toner.

Ricoh shall not be responsible for any damage or expense that may result from the use of parts other than genuine Ricoh parts in your Ricoh office product.

Note: Some illustrations may be slightly different from your machine.

Note: Certain options may not be available in some countries. For details, please contact your local dealer.

Important

Parts of this manual are subject to change without prior notice. In no event will the company be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages as a result of handling or operating the machine.

Trademarks

Microsoft, Windows, and MS-DOS are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.PostScript Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and might be trademarks of their respective companies. We disclaim any and all rights in those marks.

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is registered trademark of Adobe System Incorporated.

Operator Safety:

This machine is considered a CDRH Class 1 laser device, safe for office/EDP use. The machine contains a 5-milliwat, 760 to 800 nanometer wavelength, GaAlAs laser diode. Direct (or indirect reflected) eye contact with the laser beam may cause serious eye damage. Safety precautions and interlock mechanisms have been designed to prevent any possible laser beam exposure to the operator.

The following label is attached on the machine. This label can be found when opening the By-pass Tray.

Class 1 LASER PRODUCT IN ACCORDANCE WITH IEC 825 LASER KLASSE 1 nach IEC 825

Laser Safety:

The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) prohibits the repair of laser-based optional units in the field. The optical housing unit can only be repaired in a factory or at a location with the requisite equipment. The laser subsystem is replaceable in the field by a qualified Customer Engineer. The laser chassis is not repairable in the field. Customer engineers are therefore directed to return all chassis and laser subsystems to the factory or service depot when replacement of the optical subsystem is required.

Warning:

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

SAFETY INFORMATION

SAFETY INFORMA TION

When using your machine, the following safety precautions should always be followed.

WARNING : Ignoring this warning could cause serious injury or even

death.

CAUTION : Ignoring this caution could cause injury or damage to

property.

Symbols R means a situation that requires you take care.

Do NOT carry out the operation represented by the symbol q. This example means “Do not take apart.”

Symbols r means you MUST perform this operation . This example means “You must remove the wall plug.”

SAFETY INFORMATION

WARNINGS:

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Only connect the machine to the power source described in the

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Important Information Section.

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Avoid multi-wiring.

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Do not damage , break or make any modifications to the power

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cord. Do not place heavy objects on it, pull it hard or bend it more than necessary. These actions could cause an electric shock or fire.

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Do not plug or unplug the power cord with your hands wet.

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Otherwise, an electric shock might occur.

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Make sure the wall outlet is near the machine and freely

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accessible so that in event of an emergency it can be unplugged easily .

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Do not remove any covers or screws other than those specified

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in this manual. Some parts of the machine are at a high voltage and could give you an electric shock. When the machine needs to be checked, adjusted, or repaired, contact your service representative.

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Do not take apart or attempt any modifications to this machine.

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There is a risk of fire, electric shock, explosion or loss of sight.

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If the machine looks damaged or breaks down, smoke is coming

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out, there is a strange smell or anything looks unusual, immediately turn off the power switch then unplug the power cord from the wall. Do not continue using the machine in this condition. Contact your service representative.

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If metal, liquid or foreign matter falls into the machine, turn off

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the power switch, and unplug the power cord. Contact your service representative. Do not keep using the machine with a fault or defect.

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Do not put any metal objects or containers holding water

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(e.g.vases, flowerpots, glasses) on the machine. If the contents fall inside the machine, a fire or electric shock could occur.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

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Do not incinerate used toner or toner containers. Toner dust

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might ignite when exposed to an open flame. Dispose of the used toner containers according to local regulations for plastics.

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Do not incinerate the photoconductor unit. Toner dust might

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ignite when exposed to open flame. Dispose of the used photoconductor unit according to local regulations for plastics.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

CAUTIONS:

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Keep the machine away from humidity and dust. A fire or an

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electric shock might occur.

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Do not place the machine on an unstable or tilted surface. If it

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topples over, it could cause injury.

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When you move the machine, unplug the power cord from the

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wall outlet to avoid fire or electric shock.

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When the machine dose not be used for a long time, unplug the

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power cord.

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When you pull out the plug from the sock et, grip the plug to

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avoid damaging the cord and causing fire or electric shock.

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If you use the machine in a confined space, make sure there is a

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continuous air turnover .

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Do not reuse stapled paper. Do not use aluminum f oil,

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carboncontaining paper or other conductive paper . Otherwise, a

fire might occur.

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When removing misfed paper, do not touch the fusing section

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because it could be very hot.

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This machine has been tested for safety using this supplier’s

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parts and consumables. We recommend you only use these specified supplies.

SAFETY INFORMATION

SAFETY INFORMA TION

When using your machine, the following safety precautions should always be followed.

WARNING : Ignoring this warning could cause serious injury or even

death.

CAUTION : Ignoring this caution could cause injury or damage to

property.

Symbols R means a situation that requires you take care.

Do NOT carry out the operation represented by the symbol q. This example means “Do not take apart.”

Symbols r means you MUST perform this operation . This example means “You must remove the wall plug.”

SAFETY INFORMATION

WARNINGS:

••

•

Only connect the machine to the power source described in the

••

Important Information Section.

o q

••

•

Avoid multi-wiring.

••

•

Do not damage , break or make any modifications to the power

••

cord. Do not place heavy objects on it, pull it hard or bend it more than necessary. These actions could cause an electric shock or fire.

••

•

Do not plug or unplug the power cord with your hands wet.

••

Otherwise, an electric shock might occur.

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Make sure the wall outlet is near the machine and freely

••

accessible so that in event of an emergency it can be unplugged easily .

••

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Do not remove any covers or screws other than those specified

••

in this manual. Some parts of the machine are at a high voltage and could give you an electric shock. When the machine needs to be checked, adjusted, or repaired, contact your service representative.

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Do not take apart or attempt any modifications to this machine.

••

There is a risk of fire, electric shock, explosion or loss of sight.

••

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If the machine looks damaged or breaks down, smoke is coming

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If metal, liquid or foreign matter falls into the machine, turn off

••

the power switch, and unplug the power cord. Contact your service representative. Do not keep using the machine with a fault or defect.

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Do not put any metal objects or containers holding water

••

(e.g.vases, flowerpots, glasses) on the machine. If the contents fall inside the machine, a fire or electric shock could occur.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

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Do not incinerate used toner or toner containers. Toner dust

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might ignite when exposed to an open flame. Dispose of the used toner containers according to local regulations for plastics.

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Do not incinerate the photoconductor unit. Toner dust might

••

ignite when exposed to open flame. Dispose of the used photoconductor unit according to local regulations for plastics.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

CAUTIONS:

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Keep the machine away from humidity and dust. A fire or an

••

electric shock might occur.

m r

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•

Do not place the machine on an unstable or tilted surface. If it

••

topples over, it could cause injury.

••

•

When you move the machine, unplug the power cord from the

••

wall outlet to avoid fire or electric shock.

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•

When the machine dose not be used for a long time, unplug the

••

power cord.

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When you pull out the plug from the sock et, grip the plug to

••

avoid damaging the cord and causing fire or electric shock.

••

•

If you use the machine in a confined space, make sure there is a

••

continuous air turnover .

••

•

Do not reuse stapled paper. Do not use aluminum f oil,

••

carboncontaining paper or other conductive paper . Otherwise, a

fire might occur.

••

•

When removing misfed paper, do not touch the fusing section

••

because it could be very hot.

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This machine has been tested for safety using this supplier’s

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parts and consumables. We recommend you only use these specified supplies.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

SAFTY INFORMATION...................................................................i

IMPORTANT INFORMATION........................................................v

OVERVIEW...................................................................................x

Manuals for this Machine.....................................................................................x

System Overview..................................................................................................x

Features............................................................................................................xiii

Options..............................................................................................................xiv

Using this Manual...............................................................................................xv

1. SETTING UP

REQUIREMENTS................................................................................................1-2

Environmental Requirements...........................................................................1-2

Electrical Requirements...................................................................................1-3

Parallel Cable Requirements...........................................................................1-4

CONNECTING TO THE HOST COMPUTER.....................................................1-5

Connecting the Parallel Cable.........................................................................1-5

INSTALLING DRIVERS.......................................................................................1-7

LOADING PAPER................................................................................................1-7

Using the By-pass Tray......................................................................................1-9

TESTING...........................................................................................................1-11

2. USING THE CONTROL PANEL

CONTROL PANEL FUNCTIONS........................................................................2-2

Using the Function Keys..................................................................................2-3

Using the Display Panel...................................................................................2-5

Using the LED Indicators..................................................................................2-5

MAIN MENUS......................................................................................................2-6

USING THE JOB CONTROL MENU...................................................................2-8

Paper Input Submenu......................................................................................2-8

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Paper Output Submenu ................................................................................. 2-12

System Submenu ........................................................................................... 2-13

PCL5 Submenu .............................................................................................. 2-18

Menu Reset .................................................................................................... 2-21

USING THE HOST INTERFACE MENU ........................................................... 2-21

Parallel Setup Submenu ................................................................................ 2-21

NIC Personality Submenu .............................................................................. 2-23

Menu Reset .................................................................................................... 2-24

USING THE LANGUAGE MENU....................................................................... 2-24

USING THE TEST/PRINT MENU ...................................................................... 2-25

3. MAINTAINING THE PRINTER

OVERVIEW .......................................................................................................... 3-2

TONER CARTRIDGE ......................................................................................... 3-2

Storing Toner Cartridges .................................................................................. 3-2

Replacing the Toner Cartridge ......................................................................... 3-3

Low Toner Condition ........................................................................................ 3-5

PHOTOCONDUCTOR UNIT (PCU) ................................................................... 3-6

Replacing the PCU........................................................................................... 3-6

TRANSFER ROLLER UNIT, FUSING UNIT, AND PAPER FEED ROLLERS .... 3-8

Replacing the Transfer Roller Unit ................................................................... 3-8

Replacing the Fusing Unit.............................................................................. 3-11

Replacing the Paper Feed Rollers ................................................................ 3-13

Replacing the LCT Paper Feed Rollers ........................................................ 3-16

CLEANING ........................................................................................................ 3-17

4. USING THE OPTIONS

OVERVIEW .......................................................................................................... 4-2

POSTSCRIPTOPTION ..................................................................................... 4-2

NETWORK CONNECTIONS .............................................................................. 4-2

MEMORY EXPANSION ....................................................................................... 4-4

Selecting DRAM SIMM Modules ...................................................................... 4-5

Installing DRAM SIMM Modules ....................................................................... 4-6

HARD DISK OPTIONS ........................................................................................ 4-8

Disk Based Collation ........................................................................................ 4-8

Soft Font Storage.............................................................................................. 4-9

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INPUT OPTIONS ............................................................................................... 4-10

Envelope Feeder............................................................................................ 4-10

Large Capacity Tray ....................................................................................... 4-14

Paper Bank ..................................................................................................... 4-16

OUTPUT OPTIONS .......................................................................................... 4-19

Finisher .......................................................................................................... 4-19

Replacing the Staple Cartridge ...................................................................... 4-22

Duplex Tray .................................................................................................... 4-23

Mailbox ........................................................................................................... 4-24

5. TROUBLESHOOTING

OVERVIEW .......................................................................................................... 5-2

PRINT OPERATIONAL PROBLEMS .................................................................. 5-2

Paper Misfeeds................................................................................................. 5-2

Clearing Misfeeds ............................................................................................ 5-3

Solving Problems ........................................................................................... 5-16

PRINT QUALITY PROBLEMS .......................................................................... 5-19

NETWORK TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................. 5-22

CONTROL PANEL MESSAGES ....................................................................... 5-23

6. SPECIFICATIONS

PRINTER ............................................................................................................. 6-2

Electrical and Hardware Specifications ........................................................... 6-2

Printer Capabilities ........................................................................................... 6-5

Parallel Interface .............................................................................................. 6-9

Network Interface............................................................................................ 6-10

MEDIA ................................................................................................................ 6-10

Media Guidelines ........................................................................................... 6-10

Media Tips ...................................................................................................... 6-12

INDEX

OVERVIEW

Manuals for this Machine

We have three manuals that describe the operational procedures separately for the operation and maintenance of the machine, the operation of Printer Driver/ Utility <PCL and TIFF> and the operation of Printer Driver/Utility <PostScript option>.

This manual contains detailed instructions on the operation and maintenance of the machine. To ensure safe and efficient operation of the machine, all users should read and follow the instructions contained in this manual.

Printer Reference (this manual)

Describes the operational procedures and functions to use the machine.

Printer Driver/Utility Reference <PCL and TIFF>

Describes the operational procedures and functions to use PCL and TIFF driver.

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Printer Driver/Utility Reference <PostScript

-option>

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Describes the operational procedures and functions to use

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PostScript

(option) driver.

System Overview

This machine provides letter or A4 paper size output at 25 pages per minute (ppm). Standard output resolution is 600 dots per inch (dpi), with 300dpi emulation available. An Adobe The printer can handle various paper sizes from A6 up to A3 or 11" x 17" format. It can also print on custom paper sizes and envelopes.

Available output features include a four-bin Mailbox; a Finisher that provides faceup and face-down printing, job separation, and stapling; duplex printing; and diskbased collation. The input options include a Large Capacity Tray, Envelope Feeder and a two tray Paper Bank.

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PostScript option is available that also supports 400dpi resolution.

Figure 1-1 shows the printer with available optional accessories.

Figure 1-1.Machine with accessories

OVERVIEW

1.Printer (Front Cover)

2.Tray 1

3.Tray 2

4.By-pass Tray

5.Standard Output Tray

6. External Tray

7. Right Cover

8. Right Lower Cover

9. Finisher

10. Shift Tray

11. Mailbox

12. Paper Bank

13. Large Capacity Tray

14. Envelope Feeder

OVERVIEW

The following optional equipment are available with the printer:

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Large Capacity Tray (LCT)

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Duplex Tray (replaces Tray 1)

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Finisher (replaces the External Tray)

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Envelope Feeder (replaces the By-pass Tray)

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Mailbox (the Standard Tray becomes Tray 1)

The printer is provided with PCL5e printer drivers for Windows 3.1 and Windows 95. TIFF printer drivers for Windows 3.1 and Windows 95 are also included. PostScript printer drivers for Windows 3.1, Windows 95, and Macintosh are available with the

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PostScript

option.

The base dynamic random access memory (DRAM) of 8 megabytes (MB) provided with the printer allows simplex printing up to A3 or Ledger paper size. The printer supports the standard 46 PCL5e fonts, (35 scaleable fonts equivalent to the PCL5e font set), 10 TrueType fonts, and 1 bitmapped font. The printer also supports 35

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Postscript A hard disk option is available, which provides support for PostScript

Type 1 fonts when the printer is equipped with the PostScript option.

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soft font and forms image storage and temporary storage of print data as required for printing collated sets of multiple page documents, referred to as disk-based collation.

The printer is connected to a host computer or network through either a standard bidirectional parallel interface or an optional Ethernet or Token Ring Network Interface Card (NIC).

The optional NIC provides connectivity to any network-connected work-station through an Ethernet or Token Ring network.

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Features

The following are some of the standard features of this machine:

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11" x 17" or A3 maximum paper size, using the paper trays.

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297 x 432 mm (11.69" x 17.00") maximum image size, using the By-pass Tray.

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High quality laser print output at 600 dpi. 400 dpi resolution is available when the PostScript by doubling the pixel size at 600 dpi.

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Support for PCL5e and TIFF printer languages.

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A bi-directional parallel port for connection to systems running Windows 3.1, or Windows 95.

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46 PCL5e fonts that include 35 scaleable fonts equivalent to the PCL5e Intellifont font set, 10 TrueType fonts and 1 bitmapped font.

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Output speed of up to 25 pages/minute (ppm), for Letter or A4 paper fed on the long edge.

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option is installed. The printer can emulate 300 dpi resolution

OVERVIEW

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Two 250-sheet input trays and a 100-sheet By-pass Tray.

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A 400-sheet Standard Output Tray and a 100-sheet External Tray.

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Halftoning, which uses a dithering process to improve the appearance of gray tones.

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Edge Smoothing, which produces output emulating 1200 dpi.

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Toner Saving mode.

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Energy Saver mode.

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OVERVIEW

Options

The following are options that you can add to enhance the basic capabilities of the printer:

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PostScript® option - The PostScript® option provides Adobe PostScript® Level

II, including 35 PostScript includes a rasterizer for TrueType fonts that allows you to download TrueType fonts as soft fonts. The PostScript Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) that you install in the PostScript DIMM socket on the printer controller.

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Hard Disk option - To provide for additional permanent PostScript® soft font storage and disk-based collation, you can add the hard disk to the printer. The disk is partitioned with the half of the capacity for PostScript storage and the remaining capacity for temporary internal storage for diskbased collation when the PostScript option, all of storage capacity is used for disk-based collation.

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Input Tray options - The optional input trays include a 100-capacity Envelope Feeder, a 1,500-sheet Large Capacity Tray, and a Paper Bank consisting of two 500-sheet input trays.

Type 1 scaleable fonts. The PostScript® option

option is provided on a PostScript® ROM

fonts and forms

option is installed. Without the PostScript

ROM

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Output options - The output options include a Finisher, which performs job separation and stapling, a Duplex Tray, and a four-bin Mailbox.

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Network Interface Card (NIC) - NIC unit is available for Ethernet or Token Ring network. Protocols that can run concurrently include IPX/SPX (Novell NetWare), TCP/IP and AppleTalk for Macintosh.

☛ Refer to the “NIC Personality Submenu” in this manual for more information.

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Memory expansion (supplied by you) - The printer is configured with eight megabytes (MB) DRAM. You can add DRAM Single Inline Memory Modules (SIMM) in the two available DRAM SIMM sockets. The DRAM SIMM sockets accept modules of 4 MB, 8MB, 16 MB, or 32 MB. You can add up to 64 MB of additional DRAM for a maximum system total of 68 MB of DRAM. Additional memory allows the printer to process print data at a faster rate and to store additional rasterized fonts or downloaded font data.

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OVERVIEW

Using this Manual

This manual explains how to set up and use this machine. This section contains a list of the contents of this manual, conventions used, and various publications that can be of further use to you.

Contents

This manual contains the following chapters:

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Chapter 1: SETTING UP - basic information on setup and connection to a host computer or network

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Chapter 2: USING THE CONTROL PANEL - how to use the buttons and menus on the Control Panel

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Chapter 3: MAINTAINING THE PRINTER - basic maintenance procedures

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Chapter 4: USING THE OPTIONS - overview of how to use the optional hardware and software accessories

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Chapter 5: TROUBLESHOOTING - information on how to handle output quality problems, paper misfeeds, network problems, and software problems

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Chapter 6: SPECIFICATIONS - hardware specifications, interface specifications

An index is provided at the end of this manual.

OVERVIEW

Conventions

The following conventions are used throughout this manual: Square brackets - The names of the function keys on the printer Control Panel are

shown in square brackets. For example, the [Esc.] key. Angle brackets - The variable information that displays in a message or protocol

statement is shown in angle brackets. For example, “Add Paper <tray number>”.

Italics - The names of documents are shown in italics. For example, Network Printer Server User Guide.

☛ This symbol indicates that the following text refers to other sections and

chapters containing further information about a topic.

Note: In general, “Note” provides additional information important to help you

complete a task or further understand the text.

R CAUTION: In general, “Caution” provides information in preventing damage

to your equipment, or in avoiding a situation that can cause minor injury to you.

R WARNING: In general, “Warning” provides information important in alerting

you to a situation that can cause serious injury to you and major damage to your equipment and property when instructions are not followed correctly.

n This symbol displays to notify you that the component can be very hot and

should not be touched.

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OVERVIEW

SETTING UP

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SETTING UP

REQUIREMENTS

Before using this machine you must make sure that you have met all of the environmental and electrical requirements. You must also connect the machine to your host computer using the parallel port, optional network interface card (NIC), or both. Make sure that you have all of the cables, connectors, and electrical outlets necessary to attach the machine to your host computer or network. ☛ Refer to the “Connecting to the Host Computer” in this chapter for further information on using the parallel port. ☛ Refer to the “Using the Options” chapter in this man ual f or information on using the NIC to connect to a network.

Environmental Requirements

The location of the machine is important, because environmental conditions can greatly affect its performance. Keep the following in mind when setting up the machine:

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Make sure you set up the machine in an easily accessible area where the temperature ranges between 10 - 32°C (50 - 90°F), and where relative humidity is 20 - 80 %. The location should be no higher than 2000 m (6600 feet) above sea level.

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Make sure to locate the machine in a well-ventilated room with good air circulation.

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Make sure that the machine is on a sturdy, level surface with a minimum free area of 750 mm (29.6") above the machine , 20 mm (1") on each side when the trays and covers are open. There should also be 130 mm (5") clearance in rear and a comfortable working area in front of the machine. The area where you install the machine should be subject to little or no vibration.

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Locate the machine in an area subjected to little dust, and keep the machine out of direct sunlight.

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Keep users from placing an y items on top of the machine.

CAUTION: Do not locate the machine directly below an air conditioning

or heating vent. Sudden temperature changes can cause condensation in the machine.

Electrical Requirements

Keep the f ollowing in mind when connecting your machine to an electrical outlet:

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The machine requires a power source of 120V, 60 Hz, more than 9A. In Europe, power requirements are 220V to 240V, 50 Hz, more than 4.5A.

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Make sure that your wall outlet is close to the machine and is easily accessible. Also make sure outlet accepts a three-prong plug. When a threeprong plug is not available, replace the outlet with the one that has a threeprong plug.

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Make sure that the voltage does not fluctuate more than 10 per cent at any time and avoid multiwiring.

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Make sure the power cord plug of the machine is firmly inserted in the outlet.

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Do not place anything on top of the power cord.

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SETTING UP

Parallel Cable Requirements

You connect the machine to your host computer using a parallel port. It is your responsibility to provide the cable necessary for the interface you want to use to connect to your host computer. This cable is not provided with the machine.

The machine’s parallel connection is a standard bi-directional parallel interface. It requires a standard 36-pin parallel cable compliant with IEEE 1284 and a parallel port available on the host computer.

Note: Do not use a parallel cable

longer than 3 meters (10 feet).

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SETTING UP

CONNECTING TO THE HOST COMPUTER

Connect the machine to your host computer using a parallel cable compliant with IEEE 1284 (supplied by you ).

Connecting the Parallel Cable

Follow these steps to connect the machine to y our host computer:

Make sure you have the correct

cable. Make sure both the machine and

your host computer are turned off.

Plug the 36-pin end of the parallel

cable into the parallel port on the left side of the controller cover on the back of the machine.

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SETTING UP

Squeeze the wire clips on each

side of the connector together until they snap into place. The clips hold the cable securely in place.

Plug the end of the parallel cable into the computer’ s parallel port.

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SETTING UP

INSTALLING DRIVERS

When you hav e connected the machine to your host computer , you must install the appropriate printer drivers to enable y our applications to communicate with the machine.

The machine is provided with diskettes that contain PCL and TIFF printer driver software for Windows 3.1, Windows 95. ☛ Refer to the “Printer Driver/Utility Reference <PCL and TIFF>” for detailed information on setting up and using the standard PCL and TIFF printer drivers.

Optional PostScript® printer drivers are also availab le for Windo ws 3.1, Windows 95, and Macintosh.

☛ Refer to the “Printer Driver/Utility Reference <PostScript®-opion>” for more information on setting up and using the optional P ostScript® printer drivers.

LOADING PAPER

Follow these steps to load paper into standard input trays 1 and 2. ☛ Refer to the “Using the Options” chapter in this manual for instructions on how to load paper in the optional large capacity tray (LCT), Paper Bank, and Envelope F eeder.

Pull out the paper tray using the recessed handle.

Move the green paper guides to the

edges of the paper tray.

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SETTING UP

Press down on the gray metal

pressure plate until it locks into position at the bottom of the tray.

Fan a stack of paper no larger than

250 sheets, and place it in the tray . Make sure to place the paper in the tray with the printing side face down. The paper package indicates the printing side.

Position the paper guides against

the stack of paper .

Set the paper size selection dial

on the right edge of the tray to match the size and orientation of the paper you placed in the tray. The following sizes are shown on the dial.

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A3 L

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F L

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Letter 11" x 81/2" K

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Letter 81/2" x 11" L

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A4 L

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A4 K

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A5 K

SETTING UP

If you want to load a paper size not shown in the list of step 6, set the dial to

“p”. When the paper size dial is set to “p”, you must enter the special paper size information using the printer Control Panel. ☛ Refer to the “Using Control Panel” chapter in this manual for instructions on how to enter paper sizes using the Paper Input submenu of the Job Control menu.

Close the paper tray. The pressure plate rises into position, moving the stack

of paper to the top of the tray.

Note: If the paper size you selected using the paper size selection dial or

the Control Panel does not match the size of paper in the tra y , and the printer attempts to print from this tray, the “Paper Size Error Tray <tray number>” message displays on the Control P anel. To correct the error, y ou must place the correct paper siz e in the tray and press the

[ ] key to continue printing.

Using the By-pass Tray

Follow these steps to print a job using the By-pass Tray:

Open the By-pass Tray door on the

right side of the machine.

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Raise the green lever on the left

side of the By-pass Tray, and extend the paper support.

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Fan a stack of paper no thicker than 10 mm (0.4"), and place it in the tray.

Make sure to place the paper in the tray with the printing side face up. The paper package indicates the printing side. You can also place a stack of up to ten envelopes in the By-pass Tray.

When you use heavy paper, trans-

parencies, labels, or envelopes, you must open the External Tray or specify the output destination as “Shift Tray Face-up“ using your application, your printer driver, or the printer Control Panel.

Note: The Sift Tray is av ailable only

when the optional Finisher is installed.

Position the paper guides against

the stack of paper. ☛When printing envelopes, refer

to the “Using the Envelope Feeder ” in this manual.

Lower the green lever on the left side of the By-pass Tray to position the

paper stack. Using the Control Panel, enter the size of the paper you placed in the By-pass

Tray. ☛ Refer to the “Using the Control Panel” chapter in this manual for information on how to enter paper sizes.

Print your job. Output is delivered to the output tray you selected using your

application or the printer driver.

Note: When you close the By-pass Tray, position the paper guides outside.

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TESTING

After you load paper, you can test the machine using the Test menu available from the Control Panel.

Follow these steps to access the Test menu:

Make sure the [ ] and [ ] indicator lights are lit.

Press the [ ] key so the [ ] indicator turns off. This indicates you are in

the Menu mode. Press the

Press the [5] key until “System Config” appears on the displa y, then press

the [ ] key to print the Configuration Page, listing information about the machine system and configuration.

After printing the page, the printer will return to the On Line mode and display

“Ready”. Check the Configuration P age for your settings .

[5]

key until “Test/Print” appears on the display , then press the

]

key

☛ Refer to the “Using the Control P anel” chapter in this man ual for further information on configuring the machine and testing the printing capabilities.

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CONTROL PANEL FUNCTIONS

This chapter describes how you use the main keys and the Control P anel menus to configure and use this machine.

Note: In general, you can provide most of the printer control settings using the

application (the word processor, spreadsheet software , and so forth) from which you are printing. Almost all software application settings override the Control Panel settings you specify.

Figure 2-1. Control Panel

1. The Control P anel indicates the current status of the printer, and provides a means of entering control information into the printer. It consists of a twoline, 16-column alphanumeric display , fiv e function keys, and four light emitting diode (LED) indicators.

2. You can use the Control Panel to specify information such as the default input paper source you want to use, and how you want the printed output to look. You can also use it to print test sheets and error logs.

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Using the Function Keys

You use the function keys to enter Menu mode and to navigate among the different menus and submenus.

When you press the [ ] key while the printer is in On Line mode, the printer enters Menu mode and the On Line LED indicator turns off.

When you press the [ ] key while the printer is in Menu mode, the printer returns to On Line mode and the On Line LED turns on.

When you press the [ ] key while the printer is processing or printing a job, a message displays “Press Escape to cancel this job”. Pressing the [ ] key again causes the printer to enter Menu mode and printing stops. You can restart the job by pressing the [ ] key. Pressing the [Esc.] key causes the printer to abort the job.

When you press the [5] key while the printer is in Menu mode, the display moves to the next selection at the same menu level.

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When you hold down the [5] key, you can cycle through the selections more quickly.

When you press the [6] key while the printer is in Menu mode, the display moves to the previous selection at the same menu level.

When you hold down the [6] key, you can cycle through the selections more quickly.

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When you press the [ ] key while the printer is in Menu mode, the display accesses the next (lower) menu level.

When you are in the selection level or bottom level in a menu, you press the [ ] key to activate the selection displayed on the Display. When the selection is made, a small arro w appears to the

left of the selected item in the display.

You also use the [ ] key when a Paper Size Error occurs. After loading the correct paper size, press the [ ] key to

continue printing.

Esc.

When you press the [Esc.] key while the printer is in Menu mode, the display accesses the previous (higher) menu level.

When the printer does not have a requested paper size, it displays “Load <paper-size>”. You can press the [Esc.] key to ignore the paper size request. The printer continues printing from the default tray, ignoring the specified paper tray.

To abort the current pr int job, press the [ ] key, and then the [Esc.] key . The printer stops printing and cancels the remainder of the current job.

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Using the Display

The Display shows messages about the current status of print jobs as well as general configuration and condition messages. It also displays menus that you use to make printer configuration and print job selections.

Figure 2-2. Display

When you first turn on the printer, it is in On Line mode. The Displa y first shows the “Selt Test” message, the “Initializing” message , and then the “Warming Up” message. When the printer is ready to operate, the “Ready” message displa ys. ☛ Refer to the “Troubleshooting” chapter in this manual f or more information on Control Panel messages.

Using the LED Indicators

The four LED indicators on the Control P anel provide information on printer status, as follows:

❐

Lit - indicates the printer power is on.

❐

Off - indicates the printer power is off.

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❐

Lit - indicates the printer is unable to print because of an operator or printer error.

❐

Off - indicates the printer has no error conditions.

❐

Lit - indicates the printer has data remaining in the buffer, waiting to print.

❐

Blinking - indicates the printer is busy processing a job or printing.

❐

Off - indicates the printer is not processing data, and is idle.

Note: When printing a PCL5e job and no “End of File” character

is received, the printer will stop with this light on.

❐

Lit - indicates the printer is in On Line mode.

❐

Off - indicates the printer is in Menu mode.

MAIN MENUS

The four main menus that you can access using the Control P anel are as follo ws:

❐

Job Control menu

❐

Host Interface menu

❐

Language menu

❐

Test/Print men u

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Figure 2-3 shows the structure of the Control Panel men us and submenus.

Figure 2-3. Control Panel menu structure

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USING THE JOB CONTROL MENU

To access the Job Control menu, press the [ ] key to enter Menu mode. Press the [5] key or the [6] key until “Job Control Menu” displays. The Job Control menu contains the following submenus:

❐

Paper Input

❐

Paper Output

❐

System

❐

PCL5 Menu

❐

Menu Reset

Paper Input Submenu

From the Job Control menu, press the [ ] key and press the [5] key or the [6] key until “Paper Input” displays on the Control Panel. You use this submenu

to specify the input paper source. The Paper Input submenu contains the following selections:

❐

Tray Priority

❐

By-pass Size

❐

Envelope Size

❐

Tray Size(*)

Tray Priority Selection

You use this selection to specify the default input tray you want the printer to use. The options are as follows:

❐

Tray 1

❐

Tray 2

❐

Tray 3

❐

Tray 4

The Tray 3 and Tray 4 options display when the optional Paper Bank is installed. The LCT option displays when the optional Large Capacity Tray (LCT) is installed. The Envelope Feeder option displays when the optional Envelope Feeder is installed. The By-pass Tray option does not display when the Envelope Feeder is installed. The Tray 1 option does not display when the optional Duplex Tray is installed.

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❐

LCT

❐

Envelope Feeder

❐

By-pass Tray

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The default value is Tray 1. However, when the Duplex Tray is installed, the default value is Tray 2.

By-pass Size Selection

You use this selection to specify the fixed size of the paper or envelopes you want to print in the By-pass Tray. This selection no longer displays when the optional Envelope Feeder is installed and the Envelope selections display (see below). The options are as follows:

❐

Letter 11" x 81/2" K

❐

Letter 81/2" x 11" L

❐

Legal 81/2" x 14" L

❐

11" x 17" L

❐

51/2" x 81/2" L (Halfletter)

❐

Exec. 71/4" x 101/2" L

❐

Exec. 101/2" x 71/4" K

❐

A3 L

❐

A4 L

❐

A4 K

❐

A5 L

❐

A5 K

The default value is A4 K.

❐

B4 JIS L

❐

B5 JIS L

❐

B5 JIS K

❐

A6 L

❐

8" x 13" L

❐

81/4" x 13" L

❐

81/2" x 13" L

❐

41/8" x 91/2" L

(COM 10 Env)

❐

37/8" x 71/2" L (Monarch Env)

❐

C5 Env L

❐

C6 Env L

❐

DL Env L

❐

Width/Length

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Width/Length

You use this option to specify the dimensions of a custom paper size you want to use in the By-pass Tray. The paper size settings are as follows:

❐

Width - specifies the length of the edge of the paper perpendicular to the feeding direction, in millimeters.

❐

Length - specifies the length of the edge of the paper parallel to the feeding direction, in millimeters.

Use the [5] key or the [6] key to select the dimension value. Holding either key down increases or decreases the value in increments of ten. After you

select the value you want, press the [ ] key to save your selection.

Note: For detailed inf ormation on printing custom size paper, refer to the Printer

Driver/Utility Reference <PCL and TIFF> and the Pr inter Driver/Utility Reference <P ostScript-option>.

Envelope Size Selection

You use this option to specify the size of the envelopes loaded in the Envelope Feeder. This menu option displays only when the optional Envelope Feeder is installed. The options are as follows:

❐

41/8" x 91/2" L

❐

(COM 10 Env) ❐ C6 Env L

❐

37/8" x 71/2" L

❐

(Monarch Env)

The default value is 41/8" x 91/2" L (COM 10 Env).

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C5 Env L

DL Env L

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Tray Size (*) Selection

Y ou use this selection to specify special standard paper siz es for standard input trays, T ra y 1 and T ray 2, and for the optional trays, Tray 3 and T ra y 4, located in the Paper Bank.

Each of the paper trays has a paper size selection dial to specify the paper size in the tray. You can specify the sizes not indicated on the selection dial by setting the dial to the “*” position and entering the paper size using this selection. This allows the printer to conveniently accommodate a wide range of paper sizes.

To access the selection for each tray, press the [ ] key and press the [5] key or the [6] key until the tray for which you want to specify a special paper size displays. Then press the [ ] key to display the options. The options are as follows:

❐

Letter 11" x 81/2" K

❐

Letter 81/2" x 11" L

❐

Legal 81/2" x 14" L

❐

11" x 17" L

❐

Exec. 71/4" x 101/2" L

❐

Exec. 101/2" x 71/4" K

❐

8" x 13" L

❐

A3 L

❐

A4 L

❐

A4 K

❐

A5 K

❐

B4 JIS L

❐

B5 JIS L

❐

B5 JIS K

❐

81/4" x 13" L

❐

A3 L

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The default value is A4 K .

Note: If the paper size selection dial is set to “*”, and the paper size you selected

using the paper size selection dial or the Control P anel does not match the size of paper in the tray, when the printer attempts to print from this tray, the “Paper Size Error Tray <tray number>” message displays. To correct the error, you must place the correct paper size in the tray, and

press the [ ] key to continue printing.

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Paper Output Submenu

From the Job Control menu, press the [ ] key and press the [6] ke y until “Paper Output” displays on the Control Panel. You use this submenu to specify

the destination and attributes of your printed output. The Paper Output submenu contains the Output Tray selection.

Output Tray Selection

You use this selection to specify an output tray. The options are as follows:

❐

External Tray

❐

Standard T ray

❐

Output T ray 1

❐

Output T ray 2

❐

Output T ray 3

❐

Output T ray 4

❐

Output T ray 5

❐

Shift Tray Face-down (FD)

❐

Shift T ray Face-up (FU)

The External Tray option does not display when the optional Finisher is installed. The Output Tray 1, Output Tray 2, Output T ray 3, Output Tray 4, and Output Tray 5 options displa y only when the optional Mailbox is installed. The Shift Tray options display only when the optional Finisher is installed.

The default value is Standard T ray.

Note: When the Mailbox is installed, the standard tray at the top of the printer

becomes Output Tray 1.

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System Submenu

From the Job Control menu, press the [ ] ke y and then press the [5] key or the [6] ke y until “System” displays on the Control Panel. You use this submenu

to make changes to the operating status of the printer . The System submenu contains the following selections:

❐

Jam Recovery

❐

Print PS Errors

❐

Edge Smoothing

❐

T oner Saving

❐

Time Out

❐

Energy Saver

❐

Low T oner

❐

Resolution

❐

Image Density

❐

PM (Preventive Maintenance) Alarm

❐

Reset Fusing Ut (This menu item displays only when the Fusing Unit must be replaced.)

Jam Recovery Selection

You use this selection to enable the printer to recover automatically from paper misfeed. The options are as follows:

❐

On - enab les Jam Recovery. When a paper jam occurs, the printer reprints all lost pages after you clear the paper jam.

❐

Off - disab les Jam Reco very.

The default value is Off.

Note: When Jam Recovery is enabled, the printer can almost always recover all

lost pages. If a misfeed occurs in the Stapler the printer cannot reprint lost pages.

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Print PS Errors Selection

You use this selection to specify that you want the printer to print a PostScript error page when an error occurs. This selection displays only when the P ostScript option is installed. The options are as follows:

❐

Yes - prints a PostScript error page when a PostScript error occurs, and skips the print job. The P ostScript error page contains information that may help you to diagnose the cause of the error in the P ostScript print file.

❐

No - does not print a PostScript error page and skips the PostScript job that caused the error.

The default value is No.

Edge Smoothing Selection

You use this selection to enhance print quality for text and line art. The options are as follows:

❐

On - enables Edge Smoothing. The printer rasterizes output to enhance print quality. The appearance of the output emulates a resolution of 1200 dpi, reducing ragged edges and providing printed output with smooth curved and diagonal lines.

❐

Off - disables Edge Smoothing.

 

The default value is On.

Note: When you enable this function, images and halftones may be adversely

affected, and may not print correctly. It is recommended that y ou disable Edge Smoothing when printing images.

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Toner Saving Selection

You can use this selection when you print draft copies of documents. When y ou enable Toner Saving, the printer uses less than the normal amount of toner, which makes black areas print as gra y but does not aff ect readability . The options are as follows:

❐

On - enables T oner Saving. The printer uses approximately one half of the normal amount of toner.

❐

Off - disables Toner Saving.

The default value is Off.

Time Out Selection

You use this selection to specify how long the printer waits for more print data before terminating a job when it receives no end of job code.

The options are as follows:

❐

15 seconds

❐

30 seconds

❐

60 seconds

❐

180 seconds

❐

300 seconds

The default setting is 30 seconds.

Energy Saver Selection

You use this selection to specify the length of inactive time after which the printer switches to Energy Saver mode. When the pr inter is in Energy Saver mode and a job is received, the printer takes about one minute to warm up and print the job. Energy Sav er mode meets EPA Energy Star standards.

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The options are as follows:

❐

Off

❐

15 minutes

❐

30 minutes

❐ ❐ ❐

1 hour 2 hours 3 hours

The default value is 15 minutes.

Low T oner Selection

Y ou use this selection to specify whether y ou want the printer to continue to print after a low toner condition is detected. The options are as follows:

❐

Continue - allows the printer to continue printing. Output becomes lighter and may be unusable unless the toner cartridge is changed.

❐

Stop - causes the printer to stop printing.

The default value is Continue.

Resolution Selection

You use this selection to set the printer resolution for PCL output. The options are as follows:

❐

300 dpi

❐

600 dpi

When the PostScript option is installed, you can set the printer resolution for PostScript output. The options are as follows:

❐

300 dpi

❐

400 dpi

❐

600 dpi

The default value for both PCL and PostScript is 600 dpi.

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Image Density Selection

You use this selection to set the Image density, or darkness, of the printed output. The options are as f ollo ws:

❐

Very Light

❐

Light

❐

Normal

❐

Dark

❐

Very Dark

The default value is Normal.

Note: You must print several pages before the changed Image Density value

becomes effective.

PM (Preventive Maintenance) Alarm Selection

You use this selection to specify whether you want the Control Panel to display a message when the printer PCU, the Fusing unit and Rollers must be replaced.

The options are as follows:

❐

On - displays a preventive maintenance message.

❐

Off - dose not display a preventive maintenance message.

The default value is Off.

Reset Fusing Ut (Unit) Selection

This menu item displays only when the Fusing Unit must be replaced. After the Fusing Unit is replaced, access this menu item and press the [Enter] key to reset the counter . This counter , located in the printer engine, determines when the Fusing Unit must be replaced again.

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PCL5 Submenu

From the Job Control menu, press the [ ] key and press the [6] key until “PCL5 Menu” displays on the Control Panel. You use this submenu to specify

some PCL5 output features. The PCL5 submenu contains the following selections:

❐

Form Feed

❐

Orientation

❐

Line Wrap

❐

Form Length

❐

Default Font

❐

Symbol Set

Form Feed Selection

You use this selection to clear pages from the print buffer. When y ou press the [ ] key while this selection displays, the printer prints and ejects the page stored in the print buffer .

Orientation Selection

Y ou use this selection to specify the image orientation. The options are as f ollows:

❐

Portrait - prints with the left margin along the long side of the paper.

❐

Landscape - prints with the left margin along the short side of the paper.

The default value is P ortrait.

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Line Wrap Selection

You use this selection to enable the printer to automatically wrap any line containing an excessive number of characters . The options are as follows:

❐

On - enables line wrap.

❐

Off - disables line wrap.

The default value is Off.

Form Length Selection

Y ou use this selection to specify the f orm length, in lines, for each page. You can specify from 5 to 128 lines. The default v alue is 60.

Default Font Selection

Y ou use this selection to define a def ault printer font. The options are as f ollows:

❐

Font Source

❐

Font Number

Font Source Option

You use this option to specify the source of the default printer font. The options are as follows:

❐

Internal - specifies that the default printer font is an internal font.

❐

Download - specifies that the default printer font is downloaded from the host computer.

The default value is Internal.

❐

Point Size

❐

Font Pitch

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Font Number Option

You use this option to select the font number of the default printer font. The valid range is 0 to 50.

Internal fonts numbered 0, and 39 to 44, are fixed-pitch fonts. Fonts numbered 1 to 38 are proportional-space fonts. Internal f onts numbered 45 to 50 are bitmapped fonts.

The default font is Courier, which is font number 0 when the Font Source is Internal, and 1 when the font source is Download. The def ault v alue is 0.

Point Size Option

You use this option to select the height, in points, of the default printer font. The valid range is 4 to 999.75 points. The default value is 12.

Note: The Point Size option is available only when you select a proportional-

space font. It is not available when you select a fixed-pitch font.

Font Pitch Option

You use this option to select the pitch, in characters per inch (cpi), of the default printer font. The v alid r ange is 0.44 to 99.99 cpi. The default value is 10.00.

Symbol Set selection

You use this option to select the symbol set for the default printer font. The options are as follows:

❐ ❐ ❐ ❐ ❐ ❐ ❐

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Roman8 ISOLatin1 ISOLatin2 ISOLatin5 PC-8 PC-8 dn PC-850

❐ ❐ ❐ ❐ ❐ ❐ ❐

PC-852 PC-8 tk WinL1 WinL2 WinL5 Desktop PS Te xt

❐ ❐ ❐ ❐ ❐ ❐ ❐

VN Intl VN US MS Publ Math-8 PS Math VN Math Pifont

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❐ ❐ ❐ ❐

Legal ISO4 ISO6 ISO11

❐ ❐ ❐ ❐

ISO15 ISO17 ISO21 ISO60

❐ ❐

ISO69 Win3.0

The default value is Roman8.

Menu Reset

From the Job Control men u, press the [ ] key and press the [5] k ey or the [6] key until “Menu Reset” displa ys on the Control P anel.

When you press the [ ] key while “Menu Reset” displays, all printer settings that are controlled in the Job Control menu are reset to the original default values.

The printer returns to Ready mode after resetting.

USING THE HOST INTERFACE MENU

To access the Host Interface menu, press the [ ] key to enter Menu mode. Press the [5] key or the [6] key until “Host Interface Menu” displays.

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The Host Interface menu contains the following:

❐

Parallel Setup

❐

NIC Personality

❐

Menu Reset

Note: The NIC Personality menu displays only when the NIC Unit is installed.

Parallel Setup Submenu

From the Host Interface men u, press the [ ] key and press the [5] key or the [6] key until “Par allel Setup” displays on the Control Panel.

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The Parallel Setup submenu contains the f ollowing selections:

❐

Personality

❐

Bi-Direction

Personality Selection

You use this selection to specify the language interpreter mode for the parallel port. The options are as f ollows :

❐

PCL

❐

TIFF Raw Mode

❐

Hex Dump

The Auto Sense, PS (PostScript

❐

Auto Sense





❐

PS (PostScript

❐

PS TBCP







) and PS TBCP options display only when



)

the PostScript option is installed. PS TBCP (Tagged Binary Communications Protocol) is a binary format used by PostScript.

Note: When P arallel or NIC Personality is set to PS (PostScript), the printer

will not be able to interpret PJL commands. If you use the PostScript driver, P arallel or NIC personality should be set to A uto Sense. TIFF Raw Mode supports printing of TIFF files with no PJL commands included in the print file. Hex Dump prints the print file as hexadecimal data instead of interpreting and formatting the print data. This is used for error analysis of the print file.

The default value is PCL. How ever , when the P ostScript option is installed, the default value is Auto Sense.



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Bi-Direction Selection

You use this selection to specify whether you want the printer to send status readback messages to the host computer. The options are as follows:

❐

On - enables Bi-Direction mode

❐

Off - disables Bi-Direction mode

The default setting is On.

NIC Personality Submenu

From the Host Interf ace menu, press the [ ] key and press the [5] key or the [6] key until “NIC Personality” displays on the Control Panel. You use this

submenu to specify the language interpreter for the network connection. The NIC Personality submen u contains the following selections:





❐

PCL

❐

TIFF Raw Mode

❐

Auto Sense

❐

PS (PostScript

❐

PS TBCP



)

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



The Auto Sense, PS (PostScript



) and PS TBCP (Tagged Binary Communications Protocol) options display only when the P ostScript option is installed. The default value is PCL. However, when the PostScript option is installed, the default value is Auto Sense.





Note: When the NIC Personality is set to PS (PostScript

interpret PJL commands. If y ou use the PostScript



), the printer cannot



driver , Par allel or NIC

personality should be set to Auto Sense.

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Menu Reset

From the Host Interface menu, press the [ ] key and press the [5] key or [6] key until “Men u Reset” displays on the Control Panel.

When you press the [ ] key while “Menu Reset” displays, all settings controlled in the Host Interface menu are reset to the original default values. The

printer returns to Ready mode after resetting.

USING THE LANGUAGE MENU

T o access the Language menu, press the [ ] key to enter Menu mode . Press the [5] key or the [6] key until “Language” displays.

The Language menu allows you to select the language that you want to use on the display panel. The a v ailable choices are as f ollo ws :

❐

English

❐

German

The default value is English.

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❐ ❐

French Italian

USING THE CONTROL PANEL

USING THE TEST/PRINT MENU

To access the Test/Print menu, press the [ ] key to enter Menu mode. Press the [5] key or the [6] key until “Test/Print” diaplays.

The Test/Print menu contains the following selections:

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System Reset

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PCL Font List

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System Config

❐

Error Log

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PS Font List

Note: This PS font list menu displays only when the PostScript option is

installed.

System Reset

From the Test/Print menu, press the [ ] key and press the [5] key or the [6] key until “System Reset” displays on the Control Panel.

When you press the [ ] key while “System Reset” displays on the Control Panel, the printer resets to the settings you saved most recently. The system

resets and goes through initialization sequence, including resetting DRAM memory . Therefore, all downloaded fonts are lost.

PCL Font List

USING THE

CONTROL P ANEL

From the Host Interface menu, press the [ ] key and press the [5] key or the [6] key until “PCL Font List” displa ys on the Control Panel.

When you press the [ ] key while “PCL Font List” displays on the Control Panel, a page prints listing the resident PCL fonts , and permanently downloaded

fonts.

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System Config

From the Host Interface menu, press the [ ] ke y and press the [5] ke y or the [6] key until “System Config” displa ys on the Control P anel.

When you press the [ ] key while “System Config” displays on the Control Panel, a page prints describing the current system configuration.

Error Log

From the Host Interface menu, press the [ ] key and press the [5] ke y or the [6] key until “Error Log” displa ys on the Control P anel.

When you press the [ ] key while “Error Log” displays on the Control Panel, a page prints listing the last 15 errors and 15 paper misfeeds locations .

☛ Ref er to the “Troubleshooting” chapter in this manual for more inf ormation on printer errors.

PS Font List

From the Host Interface menu, press the [ ] key and press the [5] key or the [6] key until “PS F ont List” displays on the Control Panel. This option displays

only when the PostScript option is installed.

When you press the [ ] key while “PS Font List” displays on the Control Panel, a page prints listing all resident PostScript fonts, downloaded fonts in

RAM, and all PostScript fonts loaded on the Hard Disk.

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3. MAINT AINING THE PRINTER

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MAINT AINING

THE PRINTER

MAINTAINING THE PRINTER

OVERVIEW

This chapter provides information on the procedures for maintaining the machine, including periodic replacements and cleaning procedures.

TONER CARTRIDGE

The Toner Cartridge should be replaced when print quality starts to deteriorate, or when the “Add Toner” message appears on the Control Panel.

Storing T oner Cartridges

Make sure to store T oner Cartridges at room temperature, in their original packages.

Warnings: Do not incinerate toner or toner containers.

Toner dust might ignite when exposed to open flames. Do not eat or swallow toner.

Keep toner or toner containers out of reach of children.

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Replacing the Toner Cartridge

Use the following procedure to replace the Toner Cartridge.

Important: Be sure to leave po wer turned on when replacing the Toner

Cartridge. Do not turn power off!

Open the Front Cov er .

Raise the square shaped green

Toner Cartridge handle on the far right.

Press the lever under the Toner

Cartridge down as far as it goes.

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THE PRINTER

MAINTAINING THE PRINTER

Pull out the Toner Cartridge by the

green handle, supporting the center of the cartridge with your other hand as shown.

Note: You will feel the Toner Car tridge stop just before its end exits from the

machine. This is to keep the end of the car t ridge from falling down and possibly spilling toner. Lift up on the Toner Cartridge with both hands to free it from the machine.

Follow the recycling instructions on the package of the ne w Toner Cartridge

to dispose of the old one. Remove the new Toner Cartridge

from its package. Gently rock it back and forth a few times to mak e sure that the toner inside is distributed evenly.

Remove the tape securing the green handle at the end of the new Toner

Car tr idge. Insert the new Toner Cartridge in

the machine by tilting upward the end with the green handle and inserting the opposite end into the T oner Cartridge position. Then bring the T oner Cartridge leve l and insert fully until the small green lever clicks up into position.

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Lower the square shaped green T oner Cartridge handle into place. The lev er

below the Toner Cartridge should snap back into its raised position at this time.

Close the Front Cov er.

Low T oner Condition

When “Add T oner” message displa ys on the Control Panel, this indicates that the toner inside the cartridge is getting low. If you want to clear this message and continue printing, the “Low T oner” selection of the System submenu must be set to “Continue . ” Try redistributing the toner as described below or change the Toner Cartridge when printing becomes too light.

Sometimes unevenly distributed toner inside the cartridge can cause the “Add Toner” message to appear. Whenever the message first appears, try using the following procedure to redistribute the toner inside the cartridge.

Use steps 1 through 4 under “Replacing the Toner Cartridge” to remove the

T oner Cartridge from the machine. Gently rock the Toner Car tridge

back and forth a few times to ev enly distribute the toner inside.

Use steps 8 through j under “Replacing the Toner Cartridge” to replace the

T oner Cartridge in the machine.

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THE PRINTER

MAINTAINING THE PRINTER

PHOTOCONDUCTOR UNIT (PCU)

The PCU should be replaced when print quality starts to deteriorate, or when the “Change PCU” message appears on the Control P anel.

Replacing the PCU

Use the following procedure to replace the PCU .

Open the Front Cov er .

Move the curved blue lever

“B1”down to the left.

Pressing down on the top of the

PCU as shown in the illustration, pull it out of the machine.

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Note: Be sure to suppor t the

center of the PCU with your other hand as you pull it out.

Note: You will feel the PCU stop when it is about half way out. This is to keep

the PCU from falling accidentally. Lift up on the PCU with both hands to free it from the machine.

Follow the recycling instructions on the package of the new CPU to dispose

of the old one. Remove the new PCU from its package.

Using both hands, slide the new

PCU into the machine as far as it goes. Make sure that the shaft inside the machine (which rotates the drum) seats correctly into the slot on the inside end of the PCU.

Note: Be sure to gently but firmly press on the end of the PCU until you hear it

snap into place.

Turn the lever “B1” up to the right.

Close the Front Co v er of the machine.

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THE PRINTER

MAINTAINING THE PRINTER

TRANSFER ROLLER UNIT , FUSING UNIT,

AND PAPER FEED ROLLERS

The transfer roller unit, Fusing Unit and paper feed rollers should be replaced when print quality starts to deteriorate, or when the “Change Fusing Unit” message appears on the Control Panel.

Replacing the T ransfer Roller Unit

Use the following procedure to replace the transfer roller unit.

T urn off machine power and unplug

its power cord.

Open the Front Cov er .

Move the curved blue lever

“B1”down to the left.

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Swing the transfer roller unit up to

the left so its rectangular shaft is positioned for removal as shown in the illustration.

Lifting up on the transfer roller unit,

slide it carefully out of the machine.

Follow the recycling instructions on the package of the transfer roller unit to

dispose of the old one. Remove the new transfer roller unit from its package.

Using both hands, slide the new

transfer roller unit into the machine. Make sure that the rectangular shafts on either end of the transfer roller unit seat correctly into the two bearings that support them.

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THE PRINTER

MAINTAINING THE PRINTER

Once the shafts are seated

correctly, swing the transfer roller unit down into place.

T urn the lev er “B1”up to the right.

Close the Front Cover of the

machine. Plug in the power cord and turn on

the machine power.

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Replacing the Fusing Unit

Use the following procedure to replace the Fusing Unit.

Warning: Wait until the Fusing Unit is completely cooled off bef ore

attempting to handle it.

T urn off machine power and unplug

its power cord.

Open the Front Cov er .

Rotate the blue triangular knob next

to the Fusing Unit so the flat side of the knob is facing the unit. Use a coin to remove the metal screw at the top of the Fusing Unit.

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THE PRINTER

MAINTAINING THE PRINTER

Carefully pull the Fusing Unit out

of the machine.

Note: Be sure to support the

center of the Fusing Unit with your other hand as you pull it out.

Follow the recycling instructions on the package of the new Fusing Unit to

dispose of the old one. Remove the new Fusing Unit from its package.

Using both hands, slide the new

Fusing Unit into the machine.

Replace the screw and use a coin

to tighten it securely.

Rotate the triangular knob so that one of its corners is pointed towards the

Fusing Unit, securing it in place. Close the Front Cover .

Plug in the power cord and turn on the machine power.

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Press the [ ] key to enter the Menu mode (On Line indicator off) and then

press the [ ] key. Press the [5] key until “Job Control” appears on the Control Panel.

Press the [ ] key and then press the [6] key until “System ” appears.

Press the [ ] key and then press the [6] key until “Reset Fusing Ut”

appears. Press the [ ] key to reset “Reset Fusing Ut” message.

Replacing the Paper Feed Rollers

Use the following procedure to replace the upper and lower paper feed rollers.

T urn off machine power and unplug

its power cord.

Pull out the top and second paper

feed tray drawers and remove them from the machine.

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THE PRINTER

MAINTAINING THE PRINTER

Open the Front Cov er .

Detach the Front Cover from the

machine. Lift up the L-shaped hinge bars and pull out the bars.

Use a coin to remove the screws

that secure the black plastic stoppers in place on the far right, and then remove the stoppers.

Carefully pull out the upper and

lower rollers.

Follow the recycling instructions on the package of the new paper feed rollers

to dispose of the old ones.

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Carefully slide the new paper feed

rollers into the machine, making sure the plastic fins on the ends of their shafts seat securely into the slots inside the machine as shown in the illustration.

Note: Make sure that the round sides of the paper feed rollers are facing up

when you slide them into the machine.

Replace the two black plastic retaining clips and secure them in place with

their screws. Replace the two paper feed drawers.

Reattach the Front Cover with the two L-shaped hinge bars, and close the

Front Cov er. Plug in the power cord and turn on

the machine power .

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THE PRINTER

MAINTAINING THE PRINTER

Replacing the LCT Paper Feed Rollers

When the optional large capacity tray is installed, use the following procedure to replace its two paper feed rollers.

Open the LCT cover .

Unlock the hook [A] of the paper feed roller [B].

Lift up the paper feed roller shaft [C], then remove the paper feed rollers [B].

Insert new rollers into [C], and return the paper feed roller unit to its original

position.

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CLEANING

Keep the machine clean to ensure best print quality. You may need to clean the machine when you notice print quality problems, such as smudging or streaking.

To clean the outside of the machine, use a slightly moistened cloth. Follow these steps to clean the inside of the machine:

CAUTION: Do not use ammonia-based cleaning products near the

machine.

T urn off machine power and unplug

its power cord.

Open the Front Cov er .

Remove the T oner Cartridge.

☛ Refer to the “Toner Cartridges” in this chapter for more instructions. With a dry , lint-free cloth, carefully

wipe any dust, toner residue, or paper residue from the paper path areas and the T oner Cartridge area.

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THE PRINTER

MAINTAINING THE PRINTER

When the optional Duplex T ra y is installed, pull out the tra y and wipe the top

surfaces and rollers. Replace the Toner Cartridge.

Close the Front Cover .

Plug in the power cord and turn

on the machine power.

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4. USING THE OPTIONS

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USING THE OPTIONS

OVERVIEW

This chapter provides information on how to install and use options that are available for the machine.

POSTSCRIPT® OPTION

The PostScript® option provides Adobe® PostScript® Level II. It consists of the following components:

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PostScript® ROM DIMM module

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PostScript® printer driver software.

☛ Refer to “Printer Driver/Utility Reference <PostScript information on setting up and using the optional PostScript

- option>” for more

printer driver.

NETWORK CONNECTIONS

Optional Network Interface Cards (NIC) can be installed to allow direct connection to an Ethernet or Token Ring network.

The Ethernet card supports 10 BaseT Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) or 10 Base2 (BNC) connections. The Token Ring card supports UTP or Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) connections, with a line speed of 4 megabits per second (Mbps) or 16 Mbps.

You can use the machine in a network environment as follows.

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Using the appropriate network management software and printer driver

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Attaching the machine to a networked computer set up as a server

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Table 4-1 lists supported platforms and file server software required for each.

Table 4-1. Supported network configurations

Client Driver File Server Protocol

Windows 3.1 Windows for Workgroups

PCL TIFF PostScript

Netware 3.x

Netware 4.x

IPX/SPX TCP/IP

Windows 95 IPX/SPX

Macintosh PostScript

PCL TIFF PostScript

Netware 3.x Netware 4.x

TCP/IP

AppleTalk

In a mixed network environment, the NIC automatically switches among network protocols.

☛ Refer to the Network Printer Server User Guide for more information on installing the NIC.

Note: Make sure to consult your Network Administrator before connecting your

machine to a network.☛ Refer to the “Troubleshooting” chapter in this manual for information on resolving network connection problems.

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MEMORY EXPANSION

The machine has a base Dynamic Random Access Memory (DRAM) of 8 megabytes (MB). You can upgrade memory by inserting additional memory modules in the two available Single Line Memory Module (SIMM) sockets.

Note: The machine has an additional socket that accepts only a PostScript

ROM Dual Line Memory Module (DIMM). Install the PostScript® ROM

DIMM module when you want to use the PostScript

option.

☛ Refer to the “Installing DRAM SIMM Modules”. ☛ Refer to this chapter for instructions on how to install the PostScript

ROM DIMM module.

The DRAM SIMM sockets accept modules of 4 MB, 8 MB, 16 MB, or 32 MB. You can add a total of 64 MB of DRAM, for a total of 68 MB.

You should install additional DRAM when you print high-resolution graphics or large documents on a regular basis, or use memory-intensive features such as special fonts or duplex printing. Adding memory increases printing speed.

Extra memory is required for some features such as duplex print jobs on large paper sizes. Table 4-2, 4-3 list the amount of memory required for duplex printing on large paper sizes.

Table 4-2. TIFF memory requirement for paper size / dpi (uncompressed)

Unicomp. Simplex Duplex

200dpi 300dpi 400dpi 600dpi 200dpi 300dpi 400dpi 600dpi Letter/A4 8MB 8MB 8MB 8MB 8MB 8MB 8MB 12MB Legal 8MB 8MB 8MB 12MB 8MB 8MB 8MB 12MB B4/B5 8MB 8MB 8MB 16MB 8MB 8MB 8MB 16MB Ledger/A3 8MB 8MB 8MB 20MB 8MB 8MB 12MB 20MB

Table 4-3. TIFF memory requirement for paper size / dpi (uncompressed, G3/G4/JBIG)

Unicomp. Simplex Duplex

200dpi 300dpi 400dpi 600dpi 200dpi 300dpi 400dpi 600dpi Letter/A4 8MB 8MB 8MB 12MB 8MB 8MB 8MB 12/20MB* Legal 8MB 8MB 8MB 16MB 8MB 8MB 12MB 24MB B4/B5 8MB 8MB 8MB 16MB 8MB 12MB 12MB 24MB Ledger/A3 8MB 8MB 8MB 20MB 8MB 12MB 16MB 24MB

*12MB= K , 20MB = L( rotation required )

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Selecting DRAM SIMM Modules

Table 4-4 lists by product number and manufacturer the DRAM SIMM modules that are approved for use with this machine.

Table 4-4. SIMM modules compatible with this machine

TOSHIBA MITSUBISHI SAMUSUNG

4 MB Module THM3210B0 MH1M32 KMM5321200

THM3210B5 MH1M325 KMM5321204

8 MB Module THM3220C0 MH2M32 KMM5322200

THM3220C5 MH2M325 KMM5322204

16 MB Module THM324000 MH4M32 KMM5324100

THM324005 MH4M325 KMM5324104

32 MB Module THM328020 MH8M32 KMM5328100

THM328025 KMM5328104

All DRAM SIMM modules must be used at 70 ns access time or less. Exact equivalent memory modules from other manufactures may also be used.

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Installing DRAM SIMM Modules

Follow these steps to install DRAM SIMM modules.

Turn off the machine power the

machine and unplug the power cord.

Disconnect the parallel cable and the network cable as needed.

Remove the four coin screws that

secure the cover of the controller board on the back of the machine.

Remove the controller board cover.

Identify the sockets where you can

install DRAM SIMM modules. Sockets “B” and “C” can accept DRAM SIMM modules. Socket “A” can accept a PostScript DIMM module only.

Note: Socket “B” already has a DRAM SIMM module installed in it. To increase

memory size, insert a DRAM SIMM module into Socket “C”. If you need to increase memory even further, replace the DRAM SIMM modules in Socket “B” and Socket “C” with larger capacity DRAM SIMM modules.

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Make sure to touch the frame of the machine or use an anti-static grounding

product to discharge static electricity before you touch the DRAM SIMM module.

Make sure to handle the DRAM SIMM module by its edges only. Do not

touch the surface of the DRAM SIMM module. Hold the DRAM SIMM module at

a 30 degree angle, making sure the corner notch is on the left side and the metallic connectors are pointed toward the DRAM SIMM socket.

Gently push the DRAM SIMM

module into the socket, rotating the module up until the module snaps into the tabs on the socket and the metal retaining clips lock the module in place.

Replace the controller board cover and reinstall the screws.

Reconnect cables and plug in the power cord.

Turn on the machine power. The

machine detects the additional memory. To verify whether the additional memory was installed correctly, you can print a System Configuration page. ☛ Refer to the “Using the Control Panel” chapter in this manual for instructions on how to print a configuration page.

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HARD DISK OPTION

You can add a Hard Disk option to allow for permanent soft font and to enable some printing features. The Hard Disk is required for the following features.

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Disk Based Collation

❐

Permanent PostScript® soft font storage

Installation

Use the instructions that come with the Hard Disk to install it.

Partitioning

The Hard Disk is partitioned as follows:

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Permanent storage - one half of the disk capacity is allocated for font data, when the PostScript area for Disk Based Collation.

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Temporary storage - one half of the disk capacity is allocated to Disk Based Collation, when the PostScript option is not installed, temporary storage capacity occupies the full disk.

option is installed. This reduces the available storage

option is installed. If the PostScript

Disk Based Collation

This feature makes it easy to separate your printed output into complete sets, and reduces printing time. You use the Disk Based Collation feature to print multiple copy job in collated sets. Normally, all copies of a single page are printed at the same time. For example, when you specify five copies of a four-page job, five copies of page 1 are printed, then five copies of page 2 are printed, and so forth. If you select Collation using your application, the application sends the entire document to the printer five times.

When you use the Disk Based Collation feature, your application sends the entire document to the printer once. The printer images each page of the document and stores the page images on the Hard Disk. The printer then retrieves and prints pages 1 through the last page of the first set, pages 1

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through the last page of the second set, and so forth. It also reduces network traffic, if the printer is connected to a network.

☛ Refer to Printer Driver/Utility Reference <PCL and TIFF> and Printer Driver/

Utility Reference <PostScript

-option>.

Soft Font Storage

You can use the Hard Disk to store PostScript® soft fonts that you commonly use with your Windows or Macintosh applications. Storing soft fonts on the Hard Disk reduces printing time because the printer driver does not have to retrieve and download fonts for each print job.

You download PostScript printer driver.

☛ Refer to Printer Driver/Utility Reference <PostScript information on downloading soft fonts using the optional PostScript you are using a Macintosh, you can use the LaserWriter Utility to download fonts to the printer’s Hard Disk.

soft fonts for disk storage using your Windows 3.1

-option> for more

driver. If

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INPUT OPTIONS

The following optional input trays are available.

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Envelope Feeder

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Large Capacity Tray (LCT)

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Paper Bank

Envelope Feeder

The optional Envelope Feeder holds up to 100 envelopes and replaces the By-pass Tray located on the right side of the machine.

Note:You can also print up to ten envelopes at a time using the By-pass Tray.

☛ Refer to the “Setting Up” chapter in this manual for information on using the By-pass Tray.

Media Selection

You can use the Envelope Feeder to print on the following types of envelopes.

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4 1/8" x 91/2" L (COM 10 Env)

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3 7/8" x 71/2" L (Monarch Env)

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C5 Env L

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C6 Env L

❐

DL Env L

☛ Refer to the “Specifications” chapter in this manual for more information on selecting envelopes.

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Installing the Envelope Feeder

Follow the instruction sheet provided with the Envelope Feeder to install it. You must turn off the machine power before installing or removing the Envelope Feeder.

Figure 4-1. Machine with Envelope Feeder

Using the Envelope Feeder

Follow these steps to print envelopes using the Envelope Feeder.

Using the printer Control Panel, enter the size of the envelopes you want to

print in the Envelope Feeder. ☛ Refer to the “Using the Control Panel” chapter in this manual for instructions on how to enter the envelope size.

Using the Print menu of your application, select the envelope size you want

to use. Make sure the envelopes you want to print are undamaged and not curled.

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Raise the spring-loaded pressure

bar and lock it into position at the top of the Envelope Feeder.

Move the envelope guides toward the edges of the Envelope Feeder.

Prepare a stack of up to 100 envelopes by fanning them and evening up the

edges to make sure that none of the envelope flaps will open. Place the stack into the Envelope Feeder, face up with the top of the envelopes facing the rear of the printer.

Note: Make sure the end of the stack going into the feeder is angled, so

that the bottom of the stack extends forward (into the feeder) further than the top of the stack. The end of the stack should not be perfectly flat.

Position the guides against the

stack of envelopes.

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Lower the pressure bar so that it

rests on top of the stack of envelopes.

Open the Front Cover.

Pull the lever down to the left so

you can see the as shown. Then,close the Front Cover.

* mark under it

USING THE OPTIONS

Important: Be sure to return the lever to its original position after finishing the envelope printing job.

Open the External Tray, or specify

the output destination as Shift Tray Face-up.

Note:The Shift Tray is available only when the optional Finisher is installed.

To output to the Shift Tray, you must select Shift Tray Face-up as the output

destination,using your application, your printer driver, or Control Panel.

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Print the job. The envelopes are output face-up to the External Tray or the

Shift Tray.

When the print job is complete, make sure to change the Control Panel

settings if necessary.

Large Capacity Tray

The Large Capacity Tray (LCT) holds up to 1,500 sheets of 8½” x 11" or A4 paper. You can use the LCT as a supplemental input tray.

Note: If you want to change the paper size for the LCT, contact your service

provider.

Installing the LCT

Follow the instruction sheet provided with the LCT to install it.

Figure 4-2. Machine with LCT

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Using the LCT

Follow these steps to print using the LCT.

Using the Print menu of your application, select the LCT as the input tray.

Open the LCT door. When the LCT

runs out of paper, the paper tray descends and allows you to load paper. Do not attempt to open the door while the tray is descending. The red indicator on the tray loading button blinks while the tray is descending or rising. The light stays on when the tray is down and the door can be safely opened.

If the LCT is not empty, you can

lower the paper tray by pressing the tray loading button located on the left side of the unit.

Place up to 1,500 sheets in the

LCT face-up.

Close the LCT door. The paper tray rises and positions the top of the stack

against the input rollers. When the tray is ready for printing, the indicator light on the tray loading button goes off.

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Note: When you print using the LCT, make sure to clear the Standard Tray

often. A sensor stops operation when the Standard Tray reaches its capacity of 400 sheets.

Paper Bank

The optional Paper Bank consists of two 500-sheet input trays. You can use as supplemental input trays.

Installing the Paper Bank

Follow the instruction sheet provided with the Paper Bank to install it.

Figure 4-3. Machine with Paper Bank

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Using the Paper Bank

The two trays included in the Paper Bank are Tray 3 and Tray 4. Tray 3 is the upper tray and Tray 4 is the lower tray.

Follow these steps to place paper in either tray of the Paper Bank.

Pull out the paper tray using the recessed handle.

Move the green paper guides to the

positions that match the size of the paper you want to load.

Fan a stack of no more than 500

sheets of paper, and place it in the tray. Make sure to place the paper in the tray with the printing side face-down. The package the paper comes in should indicate which is the printing side.

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Set the paper size selection dial

on the right edge of the tray to match the size and orientation of the paper you placed in the tray. The following size are shown on the dial.

❐

A3 L

❐

F L

❐

Letter 11" x 81/2" K

❐

Letter 81/2" x 11" L

If you want to load a paper size not shown in the above list, set the dial to “*”.

When the paper size selector is set to “*”, you must enter the special paper size information using the printer Control Panel.

☛ Refer to the “Using the Control Panel” chapter in this manual for instructions on how to enter paper sizes using the Paper Input submenu of the Job Control menu.

Close the paper tray.

❐

A4 L

❐

A4 K

❐

A5 K

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OUTPUT OPTIONS

The following output options are available.

❐

Finisher

❐

Duplex Tray

❐

Mailbox

Finisher

The optional Finisher provides the following functions.

❐

Job separation

❐

Face-up or Face-down printing

❐

Stapling

The Finisher Shift Tray can hold up to 1,000 sheets of output and replaces the External Tray.

☛ Refer to the “Specifications” chapter in this manual for specifications on the Finisher.

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Installing the Finisher

Follow the instruction sheet provided with the Finisher to install it.

Figure 4-4. Machine with Finisher

Job Separation

When the Finisher is installed, all print jobs directed to the Finisher are separated using the offset feature. The Finisher activates a jogger mechanism that moves the Shift Tray slightly to the right or left for each job. This makes it easy to determine where the end of a set or job occurs. Job separation is especially useful when separating collated jobs.

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Face-up and Face-down Output

When you print a job using the Finisher, you can select whether you want the printed pages output face-up or face-down to the Shift Tray. You can select faceup (FU) and face-down (FD) output from your application or by using the printer Control Panel.

Select Face-up (FU) output when you print on envelopes, transparencies, labels, or heavy paper. This provides a straighter paper path and helps to prevent paper misfeeds.

Note: Selecting face-up printing outputs pages in reverse order.

Stapling

The stapling feature is available when the Finisher is installed. You can select stapling from your application or by using the printer driver. The default setting for stapling is Off.

The maximum job size for stapling is 20 pages per set, with a maximum of 30 sets. The stapler locates one diagonal staple at the upper left corner of each set. You can use stapling with duplex jobs and collated jobs using the Disk Based Collation.

Note: The stapling feature can be used only with A4

when the optional Hard Disk is installed. For stapled output, the Finisher must be set to Face-down output.

Note: When you select collation using your application, collated sets are not

stapled properly. Either the entire job (all sets) is stapled together, or, if the total job size exceeds 20 pages, the job is not stapled at all.

Note: When you select one of the following output combination, the stapler

places staples in an awkward position relative to the printed data:

1. Duplex, Short Edge binding, Landscape Orientation

2. Reverse Portrait Orientation, Simplex or Duplex

3. Reverse Landscape Orientation, Simplex or Duplex.

K or 8½” x 11" K, and

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Replacing the Staple Cartridge

Replace the staple cartridge when “Add Staple Finisher” message appears on the printer Control Panel. Each staple cartridge holds 2,000 staples.

Follow these steps to replace the staple cartridge.

Use the recessed handle on the

Finisher door to pull the Finisher unit out of the Finisher housing.

Remove the empty staple cartridge

using the green clips on either side of the cartridge.

Remove all tape and other packaging material from the new staple cartridge.

Insert the new cartridge in the

bracket and push it in until it snaps into place.

Push the Finisher unit back into the Finisher housing.

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Duplex Tray

The optional Duplex Tray replaces the top input tray (Tray 1). Use the Duplex Tray to produce two-sided output.

Installing the Duplex Tray

Follow the instruction sheet provided with the Duplex Tray to install it. ☛ Refer to the “Specifications” chapter in this manual for specifications on the

Duplex Tray.

Using the Duplex Tray

You select duplex printing from your application or by using the printer driver. You can also use the printer Control Panel to select duplex printing.

Before printing a duplex document, you must select one of the following modes.

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Short Edge Binding - When printing in Portrait orientation, use this setting for binding along the top edge of the paper, like a calendar. In Landscape orientation, this setting produces output that can be bound along the left edge of the paper, like a book.

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Long Edge Binding - When printing in Portrait orientation, use this setting for binding along the left edge of the paper, like a book. In Landscape orientation, this setting produces output that can be bound along the top edge of the paper, like a calendar.

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Figure 4-5 illustrates the two binding methods.

Figure 4-5. Binding methods

A. Long Edge binding

B. Short Edge binding

Note: The Duplex feature does not support certain paper sizes, including

K, A6, 5½” x 8½”, and envelopes.

Mailbox

The Mailbox consists of four trays located above the Standard Tray. Each tray has a capacity of 125 sheets. The Mailbox supplements the Standard Tray, and when it is installed, the Standard Tray becomes Output Tray 1, while the trays in the Mailbox become Output Tray 2, Output Tray 3, Output Tray 4, and Output Tray 5.

Use the Mailbox to direct output to a specific bin. This feature is useful for separating output by workgroup or project so that picking up printed output is easier.

You can select Mailbox trays from your application or by using the printer driver. You can also select trays using the Control Panel.

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Ricoh MP01 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

SAFETY INFORMATION

TABLE OF CONTENTS

OVERVIEW

SETTING UP

REQUIREMENTS

Environmental Requirements

Electrical Requirements

Parallel Cable Requirements

CONNECTING TO THE HOST COMPUTER

Connecting the Parallel Cable

INSTALLING DRIVERS

LOADING PAPER

TESTING

CONTROL PANEL FUNCTIONS

Using the Function Keys

Using the Display

Using the LED Indicators

MAIN MENUS

USING THE JOB CONTROL MENU

Paper Input Submenu

Paper Output Submenu

System Submenu

PCL5 Submenu

Menu Reset

USING THE HOST INTERFACE MENU

Parallel Setup Submenu

NIC Personality Submenu

Menu Reset

USING THE LANGUAGE MENU

USING THE TEST/PRINT MENU

System Reset

PCL Font List

System Config

Error Log

PS Font List

OVERVIEW

TONER CARTRIDGE

Storing T oner Cartridges

Replacing the Toner Cartridge

Low T oner Condition

Replacing the PCU

Replacing the T ransfer Roller Unit

Replacing the Fusing Unit

Replacing the Paper Feed Rollers

Replacing the LCT Paper Feed Rollers

CLEANING

USING THE OPTIONS

OVERVIEW

NETWORK CONNECTIONS

MEMORY EXPANSION

HARD DISK OPTION

INPUT OPTIONS

Envelope Feeder

Large Capacity Tray

Paper Bank

OUTPUT OPTIONS

Finisher

Duplex Tray

Mailbox