Xerox 6279 User Guide

FreeFlow® Accxes® Print Server V15.0
August 2010
701P50912

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Table of Contents

1 Product Overview.......................................................................................1-1

Printing.....................................................................................................................................1-1

Machine Components........................................................................................................1-2

Rear View...................................................................................................................1-3

Controller Front View.............................................................................................1-4

Controller Rear View..............................................................................................1-5

Controller Back Panel Connectors....................................................................1-5

Controller Cables and Connectors....................................................................1-6

User Interface (UI).................................................................................................1-6

Touch Screen.............................................................................................................1-7

Using the Touch Screen........................................................................................1-8

Touch Screen Features and Functions............................................................1-9

Keyboards...............................................................................................................1-10

Control Panel..........................................................................................................1-11

Language...................................................................................................1-12

Status and Error Messages.................................................................1-12

Powering the System On/Off........................................................................................1-13

Using the Power Saver Feature.......................................................................1-13

System Power On Procedure............................................................................1-14

System Power Off Procedure...........................................................................1-15

Shutdown from the User Interface...............................................................1-16

Shutdown from Web Printer Management Tool......................................1-16

Checking the Circuit Breaker.........................................................................................1-18

About Media and Originals ..........................................................................................1-19

Media Parameters................................................................................................1-19

Media Types and Weights ...............................................................................1-20

Roll Media Specifications..................................................................................1-20

Tray Media Sizes...................................................................................................1-21

Manual Feed-in Shelf (Bypass) Sizes............................................................1-21

Precautions When Handling Media..............................................................1-21

Storing Media........................................................................................................1-22

Loading Roll Media...........................................................................................................1-22

Cutting the Media Roll.......................................................................................1-26

Loading Cut Sheet Media..............................................................................................1-28

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2 Job Information.........................................................................................2-1

All Tab.......................................................................................................................................2-1

Active Tab..................................................................................................................2-1

Held Tab......................................................................................................................2-2

Administrator Managed Queue........................................................................2-2

Job Reprint..............................................................................................................................2-3

Reprint Jobs with Edits.......................................................................................................2-3

Edit Job Settings...................................................................................................................2-4

Reduce/Enlarge........................................................................................................2-4

Media Types..............................................................................................................2-4

Media Source............................................................................................................2-4

Output Format.........................................................................................................2-4

Output Format (Print Jobs).................................................................................2-5

Output Format (Copy Jobs)................................................................................2-5

Collation...................................................................................................................................2-5

Finishing...................................................................................................................................2-6

Remove Selected Jobs........................................................................................................2-6

Job Reprint from Web Printer Management Tool ..................................................2-6

3 System Administration............................................................................3-1

System Administration Overview...................................................................................3-1

Entering System Administration Mode.......................................................................3-2

Login Options........................................................................................................................3-2

Exiting System Administration Mode..........................................................................3-4

General Administration Settings....................................................................................3-4

Setting the Date and Time.................................................................................3-5

Changing the Administrator Password..........................................................3-5

Job Accounting Overview....................................................................................3-6

Enabling Job Accounting Mode........................................................................3-6

Logging in as a Job Accounting User................................................3-7

Configure Job Reprint...........................................................................................3-8

Shutdown/Restart...................................................................................................3-8

Power Outage Job Status.......................................................................3-9

If Job Reprint is enabled:........................................................................3-9

Shutdown from Web Printer Management Tool...........................3-9

Immediate Image Overwrite..........................................................................3-10

Immediate Image Overwrite Algorithm.......................................3-11

Set Thumbnail Creation....................................................................................3-11

Administrator Managed Queue.....................................................................3-12

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Control Panel Settings.....................................................................................................3-12

Sound Settings......................................................................................................3-13

Timers..........................................................................................................3-14

Low Power.....................................................................................3-14

Sleep Timeout...............................................................3-16

Features Timeout.........................................................3-18

File Deletion Timeout.................................................3-19

Print Interrupt Timeout.............................................3-19

Calibrate Touch Screen..............................................3-20

Network Setup............................................................................3-20

Setting up a Static IP Address................................3-21

Setting up IP Gateway...............................................3-22

Setting up Netmask....................................................3-23

Setting up DHCP..........................................................3-23

4 Machine Information .............................................................................4-1

Overview of Machine Information................................................................................4-1

Media Status and Setup .....................................................................................4-2

Accessing Media Settings....................................................................................4-2

Print Reports Tab..................................................................................................................4-4

Print Reports..............................................................................................................4-5

From the User Interface.........................................................................4-5

From Web Printer Management Tool................................................4-6

Configuration Test Sample Report (Printer).................................................4-7

Setup Test Print Sample Report (Printer Settings).....................................4-8

Pen Palette Sample Report.................................................................................4-9

PostScript Test Sample Report........................................................................4-10

Machine Configuration Tab..........................................................................................4-10

Accessing Machine Configuration.................................................................4-11

Administration Tab...........................................................................................................4-12

Accessing Administration.................................................................................4-12

5 Maintenance...............................................................................................5-1

Replacing Consumables.....................................................................................................5-1

Loading Toner........................................................................................................................5-2

Replacing the Waste Toner Bottle.................................................................................5-5

Cleaning the Machine........................................................................................................5-8

6 Problem Solving.........................................................................................6-1

General Problems.................................................................................................................6-1

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Problems During Printing..................................................................................................6-2

Error Messages......................................................................................................................6-6

Paper Jams..............................................................................................................................6-6

Paper Jam Display..................................................................................................6-7

Paper Jams in Drawer 1 or Drawer 2...............................................................6-7

Paper Jams in Tray 3 or Tray 4........................................................................6-11

Paper Jams in Manual Feed-in Shelf (Bypass)..........................................6-13

Paper Jams in the Upper Unit......................................................................................6-15

Paper Jams in the Fuser.....................................................................................6-18

7 Appendix.......................................................................................................7-1

Space, Electrical, and Environmental Requirements..............................................7-1

Specifications........................................................................................................................7-3

Options..................................................................................................................................7-10

Client Tools...........................................................................................................................7-10

Cautions and Limitations...............................................................................................7-11

Notes and Restrictions on Use of the Machine.......................................7-11

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Product Overview

The 6279 Wide Format Printer processes print jobs that it receives from a client
workstation. The 6279 Wide Format Printer enables all types of image data to be printed
in the supported formats, including standard and non-standard sized documents. It also
allows the user to view the status of print jobs, cancel print jobs, and change print job
priority.

This chapter describes the overall operation of the 6279 Wide Format Printer and the
functions of its major components. You will see the following information:

• Machine Components

• Language

• Powering the System On/Off

• Using the Power Saver Feature

• Checking the Circuit Breaker

• About Media and Originals

• Loading Roll Media

• Loading Cut Sheet Media

Printing

Instructions for printing are located in the appropriate documentation for the tool that
is being used to send the print job to the printer, such as Windows Driver, Web Printer
Management tool, Accxes Client Tools, etc. Refer to the documentation for the
appropriate tool.

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Machine Components

This section describes the main components of the Xerox 6279 Wide Format Solution
with the FreeFlow Accxes Print Server.

See the table on the following page for details describing the numbered call-out items
on the drawings above.

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Table 1: Machine Components (Front View)

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FunctionComponentNo.

1

(Bypass)

Size Indicator Label2

User Interface3

Touch screen4

Roll 3 and 4 Drawer8

Upper Unit Release Lever9

Used for printing on cut sheet media.Manual Feed-in Shelf

The label used as a guide for aligning originals in the
center for printing.

Also known as the UI, contains the Touch Screen and the
Control Panel. This is where the operator views and
programs jobs and sets up the features of the 6279 Wide
Format System.

Used to set up media information, display messages and
procedures, and provide troubleshooting help, e.g., for jam
clearance.

Contains selection buttons and print services access.Control Panel5

Used to power the machine on and off.Printer Power Switch6

A dual-roll media drawer that feeds roll paper.Roll 1 and 2 Drawer7

A dual-roll media drawer that feeds roll paper, if this
additional drawer is ordered as an upgrade.

Lift to open the Upper Unit of the printer and access
jammed media or open the Waste Toner Bottle Door or
Fuser Door.

Rear View

Cut sheet media tray, if tray upgrade is ordered.Tray 3 Drawer10

Cut sheet media tray, if tray upgrade is ordered.Tray 4 Drawer11

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Table 2: Machine Components (Rear View)

FunctionComponentNo.

Scanner1

Circuit Breaker Switch3

Circuit Breaker Test Button4

Waste Toner Bottle Door5

The scanner can be ordered as an upgrade. See
the Xerox 6279 Wide Format Copy/Scan User
Guide for scan and copy information.

Where your output (print) exits the printer.Print Ejection Port2

Used to supply main power to the printer and
remove power during a surge, for safety
purposes.

Used to check that the Circuit Breaker is
functional.

Open this door to access the Waste Toner Bottle
and the Paper Heater Switch.

WARNING

Never touch a labeled area with hot or sharp parts. You may receive a burn or incur
other injuries.

Controller Front View

The Accxes Controller communicates with the Print Engine/machine via the Command
Status Interface. The Command Status Interface software provides status messages
about the operation of the print engine.

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Controller Rear View

This design may vary depending on your model.

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Table 3: Controller Rear View

DescriptionNo.

Card Slide (location may vary depending on Controller model)1

Cover Release Latch2

Power Connector3

Padlock Ring4

Controller Back Panel Connectors

This design may vary depending on your model.

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Table 4: Back Panel Connectors

DescriptionNo.

Parallel Connector (not used)1

Serial Connector2

Link Integrity Light3

Network Adapter Connector4

Network Activity Light5

6

Line-out Connector
(Audio)

Line-in/Microphone Connector (not used)7

USB 2.0 Connectors (6)8

VGA Video Connector9

eSATA Connector (not used)10

DisplayPort Connector (not used)11

NOTE

On a system that is working normally and has a good network connection, the Link
Integrity Light illuminates continuously; the Network Activity Light blinks in response
to network activity.

Controller Cables and Connectors

The six communication pathway cables (called out as item 8 on the Back Panel Connector)
are described below.

• USB - Scanner to Controller - provides status and image information.

• USB - Printer to Controller - provides status and image information.

• USB - Power Module to Controller - provides status of the front Power Switch and

enables power to the Printer.

• USB - User Interface to the Controller.

• Audio Cable - UI to Controller for speaker tones, such as key beeps and alert tones.

• Video Cable - UI to Controller for displaying monitor screen contents.

Both Video Data and Command Status information is transmitted via the same USB
Interface. The Accxes Controller downloads Printer software/firmware through the
command status interface on the USB Port.

User Interface (UI)

The Printer User Interface and Web Printer Management Tool, accessed with a Web
Browser, are the two sources that enable users to set up and perform print service
operations.

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The Printer User Interface is used to perform a variety of tasks using the Touch Screen
and Control Panel Buttons.

Table 5: User Interface Components

FunctionComponent

Touch Screen

USB Ports

Control Panel Buttons

Displays messages and on-screen buttons for selecting
features. Touch the screen to select features and options.

Connect accessories like keyboards, mouse and USB storage
devices to the Accxes Controller.

Contains the Services, Machine Info, Log In/Out, Language,
Power Saver, Clear, Stop, and Start buttons.

Touch Screen

Some capabilities of the User Interface are:

• Media setup for roll media and the Manual Feed-in Shelf

• System Parameter Setup

• Printing of test patterns to verify Printer operation

• Job log and error log management

• Display of billing meter information

The Touch Screen displays messages and contains the selection and feature buttons for
setting up copy and scan jobs. Touch the screen to select a feature or option.

NOTE

The features that display may vary, depending on the model, the options installed,
and the machine settings.

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Using the Touch Screen

Features on the Services Menu

The Services Menu is the default page for the User Interface. It appears after the machine
is powered on or exits the Power Saver mode, and when the machine exits the System
Administration mode.

The screen below displays the copy/scan features. There is a scanner connected.

The following screen displays the printer only features. There is no scanner connected.

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Table 6: Services Menu

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FunctionService

Machine Info

Job Information

Print from Device

Copy

Scan-to-Mailbox

Scan-to-FTP

Scan-to-Remote Printer

Where system settings and configurations are
enabled and changed.

Jobs are listed with status. Users can reprint
jobs from the queue list.

Scan to and print from a removable media
device (USB).

Displays the Basic Copy tab, Image Quality tab,
Advanced Settings tab and Recall tab.

Allows users to store scanned jobs in a mailbox
for later retrieval and printing.

Allows users to send scan jobs to a networked
file server destination.

Allows users to send scan jobs to a remote
printer.

Touch Screen Features and Functions

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Table 7: Touch Screen

FunctionTouch Screen Component

Message Area

Feature Tabs

Copy Quantity

Selection Buttons

Displays status information, user instructions and login
access.

Touch tabs to select and display the Menu and
additional features.

Enter the number of copies using the numeric keypad.
The number of copies can be set from 1 to 999. Press
the Control Panel Clear button to clear an incorrect
entry.

Touch to select an option. When selected, the button
highlights.

Use the arrow buttons to scroll to and select a value.Scroll Buttons

Keyboards

Entering Text

Screens may display that require you to enter text. This section of the keyboard is used
to enter text.

Table 8: Keyboard layout

FunctionComponent

Entry Area

Table 9: Keyboard procedures

Entering alphabetic characters and
numbers

Displays the characters entered on the numeric
keypad.

Use the cursor buttons to move to and insert text.Cursor Buttons

ProcedureFunction

Touch the desired characters. Select Shift to switch
between lowercase and uppercase characters.

Select Backspace to delete one character at a time.Deleting a character

Select Cancel or Save, as appropriate.Canceling or saving your input

NOTE

You may get an Invalid Entry error message if you select a character that is
unacceptable in the feature. For instance, when naming a mailbox, you may not use
an apostrophe.

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Control Panel

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Table 10: Control Panel

Services1

Machine Information2

Login/out3

Language4

Power Saver5

Clear6

FunctionButton NameNum.

Displays the Services Menu, which has a button for
Machine Information, Job Information, Copying, Scan to
Mailbox, Scan to FTP and Scan to Remote Printer. These
are the primary services.

Displays the machine status, media status, billing meter
readings and serial number, system description
(Configuration) and recent faults. Also enables the printing
of configuration and settings information.

Enables System Administrator and Job Accounting Login
access. Administrator access requires a secured password.
Job Accounting access requires an account name and User
ID. Guest access does not require a login.

Screen allows users to change text to an alternative
language, select inches or millimeters for Units and select
an Imperial or International Date Format.

The <Power Saver> button illuminates when the system
is in the Low Power or Sleep modes.

Clears incorrect values entered when using the numeric
keypad, and is used to reset scan defaults in any of the
scan modes.

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FunctionButton NameNum.

Used to Stop the scanning of an original.Stop7

Used to Start the scanning of a copy or scan job.Start8

Language

The Language feature enables you to select the default language, units of measurement,
and date format that displays on the Touch Screen, web interface, controller-generated
test prints, banner sheets, configuration pages, and so forth.

1. Press the Language button on the Control Panel.

2. Select the radio button of the desired language.

3. Select the Inches or the Millimeters radio button to set up the default units of
measurement.

4. Select the appropriate radio button from the Date Format choices.

• Imperial: The date displays in the format MM/DD/YYYY.

• International: The date displays in the format DD/MM/YYYY.

5. Select Save to close the Language screen and return to the Services menu.

Status and Error Messages

Machine status messages display on the Touch Screen. For example, when the system
is printing, the Print Status message displays.

In addition, error messages display when a problem occurs. Error messages displayed
will vary depending on your particular situation and the error involved. The error screen
will provide a diagram and a textual description of the problem and any directions to
follow. See the example below.

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Refer to Chapter 7, Problem Solving, to learn more about errors and problem solving
information.

Powering the System On/Off

The Printer and Controller are each equipped with a Power Switch. The Circuit Breaker
Switch must be in the ON (up) position to switch the printer power on and off.

Using the Power Saver Feature

The Power Saver feature automatically reduces the power consumption when no print
data is received within a preset period. The Power Saver feature has two modes, Low
Power Mode and Sleep Mode.

The machine enters the Low Power Mode after a preset period elapses. The machine
transitions to the Sleep Mode from the Low Power Mode if the machine remains idle for
an additional period.

NOTE

Refer to the Timers section to learn how to customize the Power Saver mode settings.

Low Power Mode

In this mode, the power to the control panel and the fuser is reduced. As the machine
enters the Low Power Mode, the Touch Screen shuts down and the Power Saver button
on the control panel illuminates.

Sleep Mode

In this mode, the power is reduced more than in the Low Power Mode. During the
transition from the Low Power mode to the Sleep mode, the Touch Screen remains dark
and the Power Saver button remains illuminated.

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Entering the Power Saver Mode

The Power Saver Mode may be entered either automatically or manually.

Automatic Method

The machine enters the Low Power Mode after a preset period elapses. The machine
enters the Sleep Mode from the Low Power Mode if the machine remains idle for an
additional, preset period.

Manual Method

Press the Power Saver button on the Control Panel. The button illuminates, the machine
enters the Low Power Mode and the Touch Screen backlight extinguishes.

Exiting the Power Saver Mode

The Power Saver mode may be exited either manually or automatically.

Manual Method

With the machine in the Power Saver mode, press the illuminated Power Saver button.
The button’s indicator light extinguishes, the Touch Screen displays the message Warming
Up, and the machine begins its warm up cycle.

Automatic Method

The machine exits the Power Saver mode when it detects a print job in the active queue.

NOTE

Refer to the System Administration chapter to learn how to customize the Power
Saver mode settings. This is a System Administrator only setting.

System Power On Procedure

The procedure below describes the process for powering up the system from a cold start,
that is, it assumes that both the Printer and Controller are powered down completely.

1. Move the printer Circuit Breaker switch to the On position (up).

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2. Move the printer Power switch to the On position (up).

3. Press the Power button on the front of the Controller to turn it on.

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The Power button indicator will illuminate. The Control Panel will display the message
“Printer Warming Up”. The machine will be print-ready in about 3 minutes.

System Power Off Procedure

CAUTION

Powering down the system incorrectly may result in data corruption and a service
call.

The system shutdown selection allows the Controller to power down correctly. System
Shutdown is performed through the Web Printer Management Tool or through the
System Administration screen. In some environments, only authorized persons will be
allowed to power down the system, therefore requiring the System Administrator
password.

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Shutdown from the User Interface

NOTE

Many of the features within the Administration tab require a password for access.
See your System Administrator for the password prior to getting started unless
the Administrator mode is already active.

NOTE

System Shutdown and Restart is used to reboot the system. This option will

not completely shut down the controller

1. Select Machine Info from either the Services menu, or by pressing the Machine Info
button located on the Control Panel.

2. Select the Administration tab.

3. Select General Administration.

4. If the Enter SA Password screen displays, enter the System Administrator password,
then press Enter.

5. Select Shutdown/Restart. . .from the General Administration screen.

6. Select System Shutdown.

The Controller will completely shut down within 30 seconds from the moment the Printer
shuts down. The Controller’s Power Button Indicator Light will extinguish when the
Controller shuts down.

Shutdown from Web Printer Management Tool

1. Open the Web Printer Management Tool at your workstation.

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2. Select Utilities > Shutdown > Shutdown.

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NOTE

Do not select Restart Controller. It is used to reboot the system when jobs in
the print queue fail to process correctly. Rather, wait for the system to shut down.

3. Move the printer Power Switch to the Off (down) position.

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4. Move the printer Circuit Breaker switch to the Off (down) position.

Checking the Circuit Breaker

The Circuit Breaker opens automatically and removes input power from the machine if
a short circuit or current condition occurs.

When the Circuit Breaker Switch is in the up position, input power is supplied to the
machine. If the machine will not be used for an extended amount of time, the printer
and controller may be powered down.

Check the Circuit Breaker once a month for correct operation. If you notice any unusual
conditions, contact your Xerox Customer Support Center.

The Procedure for checking the Circuit Breaker is as follows:

1. Perform steps 1 and 2 of the System Power Off Procedure.

2. Press the Test button while the Circuit Breaker switch is in the on (up) position. If the
Circuit Breaker turns off, it is operating correctly.

3. Reset the printer Circuit Breaker switch and perform the System Power On Procedure.

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About Media and Originals

This section describes the kinds of media which are available for this machine, as well
as the appropriate media handling, loading and storage procedures.

The use of inappropriate media may result in media jams, reduced print quality,
malfunctions and other problems. To make the most effective use of the machine, we
suggest that you use only the media recommended by Xerox.

There are several configurations of the 6279 Wide Format Printer for media input. The
standard is a one Drawer machine with two rolls. You have the option to upgrade to add
a second drawer with two rolls or two cut-sheet media trays.

NOTE

Media may be ordered from Xerox at www.xerox.com in the US. From the home
page, select Supplies > Paper and Media Type > For Wide Format Products.

NOTE

A Load or Change Media Type selection will display on the UI, if the Accxes Controller
detects that the required media is not loaded in the machine when it receives a print
job.

Media Parameters

The media parameters (size series, type, weight) must be set up when new media is
loaded or when the size and type of the media is changed. This information enables the
machine’s Accxes Controller to optimize printing and fusing based on the media which
is selected for a print job.

Refer to the Accxes Client Tools “Overview and Quick Start” sections of the HELP menu
for details on sending jobs to your printer.

Refer to the Specifications chapter for many more details on media specifications.

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Media Types and Weights

Table 11: Media Types and Weights

NACO WeightEO WeightTypeMedia Source

Roll

Manual
Feed-in Shelf

Bond
Tracing Paper
Film
T-Bond

Bond
Tracing Paper
Film
T-Bond

60-110 gsm
90-112 gsm
75- 100 µm

60-110 gsm
90-112 gsm
75-100 µm

18-20 lb
90-112 gsm
4 mil
18 lb

18-20 lb60-110 gsmBondTray

18-20 lb
90-112 gsm
4 mil
18 lb

NOTE

G.S.M. (g/m2) is a measure of a substance/weight of a paper expressed in grams
per square meter, which does not depend on the number of sheets in the ream.

Roll Media Specifications

Table 12: Roll Media Specifications

Roll Media SizesSize Series

E (34”), D (22”), C (17”), B (11”)ANSI

E (36”), D (24”), C (18”), B (12”)ARCH 1

ISO A

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30”, 24”, 15”, 12ARCH 2

A3 (297mm wide)
A2 (420mm wide)
A1 (594mm wide)
A0 (841mm wide)

B1, B2, B3ISO B

B1, B2, B3JIS B

A3, A2 (440mm), A1 (625mm), A0 (880mm)Special A 1

A3, A2+ (435mm), A1+ (620mm), A0+ (860mm)Special A 2

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Tray Media Sizes

Table 13: Tray Media Sizes

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Media Tray SizesSize Series

ANSI

ARCH

ISO A (JIS)

ISO B

JIS B

Landscape/Portrait (8.5”x11”)
Landscape/Portrait (11”x17”)
Landscape (17”x22”)

Landscape/Portrait (9”x12”)
Landscape/Portrait (12”x18”)
Landscape (18”x24”)

A4/Landscape/Portrait (210X297mm)
A3/Landscape/Portrait (297x420mm)
A2/Landscape (420x594mm)

B3/Landscape/Portrait
B4/Landscape/Portrait

B3/Landscape/Portrait
B4/Landscape/Portrait

Manual Feed-in Shelf (Bypass) Sizes

Table 14: Manual Feed-In Shelf (Bypass) Sizes

Manual Feed Original SizesSize Series

A (8.5”), B (11”), C (17”), D (22”), E (34”)ANSI

A (9”), B (12”), C (18”), D (24”), E (36”)ARCH 1

A (9”), B (12”), 15”, D (24”), 30”ARCH 2

B1, B2, B3, B4ISO

B1, B2, B3, B4JIS

A0, A1, A2, A3, A4JIS (ISO)

A0 (880mm), A1 (625mm), A2 (440mm), A3, A4SPECIAL A 1

A0+ (860mm), A1+ (620mm), A2+ (435mm), A3+SPECIAL A 2

Precautions When Handling Media

Observe the following precautions when handling media:

• Use caution with media that has been folded, wrinkled, torn, or had holes punched
in them. These may result in document jams and tearing.

• Make sure your media is not damp.

TIP

Jams may occur if the media being used differs from the current media setting.
Always select the correct media size, type and thickness to achieve the best results.

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Storing Media

The optimum environment in which to store paper media is a humidity of 40 to 45%.
Keep the following in mind when storing paper media:

• Moisture is not good for media. For storage, wrap the media in wrapping paper and
store it in a comparatively dry place. Tracing paper, especially, should be put in a
plastic or moisture-proof bag that contains desiccant.

• When the machine is not used for a long period of time, remove the media and store
it appropriately.

• The printer has a paper heater. This goes on when the system detects humidity. The
switch is located next to the waste toner bottle on the right hand side of the machine.

• Store the media on a flat surface to prevent curl.

Loading Roll Media

A Load or Change Media Type selection will display on the UI, if the Accxes Controller
detects that the required media is not loaded in the machine when it receives a print
job.

When changing the Media Type, Size or Weight, make sure you change the media
settings before printing jobs. This section also shows how to use the Media Advance
button to advance and cut the roll media.

For information about the set up procedure, refer to the Media Status and Setup section
in Chapter 4, Machine Information.

1. Gently pull out the Media Drawer 1 for Rolls 1 and 2 media.

Or pull out Media Drawer 2 (optional) if it is present on your machine and requires
media.

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2. Lift and remove the Media Roll that needs to be replaced.

3. Pinch the Green Lever at the end of the Media Shaft in the direction of the Media
Size Label to release the roll from the shaft.

NOTE

Pinching the Green Lever releases the spring tension lock, making it possible for
you to remove the shaft from the core.

4. Slowly pull the Media Shaft from the core of the Media Roll.

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5. Pinch the Green Lever again to insert the new Media Shaft into a new media roll. Be
sure the roll ends are aligned according to the Media Size Label.

6. Remove the manufacturer’s piece of tape holding the edge of the roll from unraveling.

NOTE

If you see any remaining glue when removing the tape from a new roll, wipe it
clean. This can cause misfeeds.

If the Media Roll is damaged, trim the damaged edge with scissors before proceeding
to the next step.

WARNING

Be careful not to pinch your fingers when you set the roll media in the Media
Drawer.

7. Return the Media Roll into the Shaft Guide with the paper’s lead edge feeding under
the roll and towards you.

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