Xerox C6 User Manual

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DocuPrint C6
Inkjet Printer
Xerox Corporation
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Publication number: 701P31015
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Customer Support
To resolve problems with your printer, follow the suggestions that are provid ed in
Troubleshooting the Printer
If you are unable to solve a DocuPrint C6 problem using this guide or the Printer Driver Online Help, do one of the following:
Browse to:
http://WWW.XEROX.COM
Call the Xerox Customer Support Center at 1-800-
TEAM XRX (1-800-832-6979).
Call from a telephone near your PC and the printer. Make sure that both your PC and your printer are turned on.
Before calling, make sure you have the following information:
C6 serial number, which is located next to the parallel
port on the back of the printer.
Chapter 4,
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C6 software version, which is specified on the
property page.
Windows operating system version (Windows 95/98)
Amount of memory in your PC.
Information about the problem, including the steps
taken to create the problem, any error messages, and the expected behavior.
About
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Contents
Customer Support....................................................................................iii
Contents.......................................................................................................v
Chapter 1 - Introduction............................................................................ 1
Safety notes............................................................................................... 2
Printer Registration................................................................................... 6
Directions for On-Line Registration ......................................................... 6
Chapter 2 - Understanding the Printer’s Features..................................7
Hardware features..................................................................................... 8
Control Panel Operation ......................................................................... 11
Normal Printer Operation ................................................................... 11
Printer Error Conditions......................................................................12
Printer specifications...............................................................................14
System Requirements.............................................................................. 16
Printable area / Margins..........................................................................17
Chapter 3 - Using the Printer Settings.................................................... 19
Accessing printer settings ....................................................................... 19
The Paper/Output Property Page ............................................................ 20
The Page Layout Property Page..............................................................24
Select Sheets.......................................................................................26
Multiple-up option.............................................................................. 28
The Image Quality Property Page........................................................... 30
The About Property Page........................................................................33
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The Status Property Page........................................................................34
The Maintenance Property Page.............................................................37
Checking the documents in the print queue.............................................42
Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting the printer ................................................43
The printed document does not match the selected printer settings........ 44
The printed document is blank................................................................45
The document prints slowly.................................................................... 47
The document sent to the printer does not print......................................48
The Front Panel LED is on continuously................................................49
The Front Panel LED is blinking slowly................................................. 51
The Front Panel LED is blinking intermittently......................................51
The print is blurry or jagged vertical lines appear...................................52
The printed image is clipped or off the edge of the media......................53
Extra characters, dashes, or lines appear on the printed pages................54
White horizontal lines and streaks of the wrong color appear on the
printed pages...........................................................................................55
The print is faint or missing ....................................................................56
Ink is smeared on the printed pages........................................................57
The print quality of transparencies is poor..............................................58
Color variations appear in large areas of color.......................................59
The paper is not feeding properly...........................................................60
The paper does not stack neatly in the paper output shelf.......................61
Packing the printer for return to a Service Center...................................62
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Chapter 5 - Selecting and Ordering Supplies......................................... 65
Cartridges and print heads ...................................................................... 66
Selecting plain paper............................................................................... 66
Selecting specialty print media...............................................................67
Selecting labels.......................................................................................68
Selecting transparencies.......................................................................... 68
Selecting envelopes.................................................................................68
Index ..........................................................................................................69
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Chapter 1
Introduction
The DocuPrint C6 printer is a high quality, thermal ink jet printer designed for both color and black and white applications. Fea t uring a compact lightweight design, the printer is ideally suited for use in your office or at home. The DocuPrint computer.
Make your pages stand out
Prints up to 600 x 600 dpi on plain paper
Crisp vivid graphics— even on plain paper
Automatically correct problem areas in photos with
unique ImageFix
High-speed, high-quality prints
Prints up to 4 bla ck-and-white pages per minute; up
to 1.5 pages per minute in color
Saves you print time; return to PC application while
printing.
C6 printer connects easily to your personal
software
Cost-saving features
Separate color cartridges eliminate expense of wasted
inks (4 colors)
Small space on your desk
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Safety notes
Your DocuPrint C6 has been carefully designed to give you years of safe, reliable performance. As with all electrical equipment, however, there are a few basic precautions you should take to avoid hurting yourself or damaging the unit.
1. Read and follow all warnings and instructions marked
2. Unplug the printer before you clean it. Use a damp
3. Place your printer on a firm, solid surface. If you put
4. Do not put the printer on or near a heat source, such
5. Do not use your printer near water, or spill liquid of
6. Ensure that your power source matches the rating
7. Be sure to install the printer near a power outlet that
8. To avoid damaging the power cord, do not put
on or supplied with the printer.
cloth only; do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
it on an unsteady surface, it might fall and become damaged. If you place the printer on a soft surface, such as a rug, sofa, or bed, the vents may be blocked, causing it to overheat.
as a radiator or heat register. If you put the printer in any kind of enclosure, make sure it is well ventilated.
any kind into it.
listed on the back of the printer.
will remain easily accessible.
anything on it or place it where it will be walked on. If the cord becomes damaged or frayed, replace it immediately.
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The use of an extension cord or power strip with this
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printer is not recommended
extension cord or power strip with the printer, make sure that the total of the amperes required by all of the equipment on the extension is less than the extension’s rating. Generally, the total ratings of all equipment plugged into any one power line should not exceed 15 amperes. Do not exceed this unless you know that the power line your equipment is plugged into has a rating above 15 amperes.
10. You must only use the 3-conductor, 18 AWG, SVT
type, IEC320 style power cord provided with your printer (that is, a plug having a third grounding pin). This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. To avoid the risk of electric shock, contact your electrician to replace the receptacle if you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet. Never use a ground adapter plug to connect the printer to a power source receptacle that lacks a ground connection terminal.
11. Aside from the routine maintenance described in your
printer documentation, do not try to service the printer yourself. Opening the cover may expose you to shocks or other hazards. Do not make any adjustments other than those described in the documentation, as you might cause damage requiring extensive repair work.
. If you are using an
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12. If anything happens that indicates that your printer is
not working properly or has been damaged, unplug it immediately and have your printer serviced. These are some of the things to look for:
The power cord or plug is frayed or damaged.
Liquid has been spilled into the housing, or the
printer has been exposed to water.
The printer has been dropped or its cabinet has
been damaged.
The printer does not function normally when you
are following the operating instructions.
marking applied to this product symbolizes
13. The
CE
the Xerox declaration of conformity with the following applicable directives of the European Union as of the dates indicated.
January 1, 1995—Council Directive 73/23/EEC
amended by Council Directive 93/68/EEC, Approximation of the laws of the member states related to low voltage equipment.
January 1, 1996—Council Directive
89/336/EEC, Approximation of the laws of the member states related to electromagnetic compatibility.
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A full declaration defining the relevant directives
and referenced standards can be obtained from your Xerox representative.
WARNING: In order to allow this equipment to
operate in proximity to Industrial, Scientific and Medical (ISM) equipment, the external radiation from ISM equipment may have to be limited or special mitigation measures taken.
14. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
15. This Class “B” digital apparatus co mplies with
Canadian ICES-003.
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Printer Registration
In order to activate your printer warranty, please take a moment to register this product. Directions are provided below. The preferred registration method is through on­line registration; however, each of these methods will enable you to register your product.
On-line registration
FAX your registration number to: 1-800-594-5023
Mail in the registration card.
Call 1-800-TEAM XRX (1-800-832-6979)
Note: Save a copy of the registration card and the bill of sale as proof of purchase for future reference.
Directions for On-Line Registration
1. Go to the Xerox Web site:
http://WWW.TEAMXRX.COM
Small Office Solutions
2. A
the
Contents
column, select
title screen appears. Under
Service and Support
.
Xerox Support
3. A
Contents
4. Fill in all empty fields.
5. When you are finished filling in the empty fields,
click the <Submit Warranty> button. You are now registered.
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column, select
title screen appears. Under the
Warranty Registration
.
Chapter 2
Understanding the
Printer’s Features
This chapter illustrates the parts of the DocuPrint C6, explains the Printer Control button and LED light, and lists the printer specifications.
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Hardware features
Review the following illustrations to familiarize yourself with the printer’s parts.
Front view of DocuPrint C6 Printer
Paper output shelf
Printer Cover
Paper input support shelf
Light (LED)
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Printer Control button
Star wheel bar
Inside view of DocuPrint C6 Printer
Print Head and color ink cartridges
Green Cartridge Lock lever
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Rear view of DocuPrint C6 Printer
Parallel interface cable connection IEEE 1284
Power connection
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Serial number location
Control Panel Operation
The DocuPrint C6 control panel has one button and one light (LED). The Printer Control (green) button controls printer functions. The one LED
light displays the condition of the printer.
Normal Printer Operation
LED Off
With the LED light off, these operations can be performed:
To center the print head so you can replace a print cartridge
least 2 seconds. The print head will move to the center of the printer. Replace the print head (see the Quick Start Guide), then press and release the Printer Control button to return the print head to the home position.
– Press and hold the Printer Co ntrol button for at
To manually feed paper
Control button.
To manually advance paper
into the printer, press and release the Printer Contro l button for each line feed.
To eject paper
at least 2 seconds.
To print a test page
the unit. While pressing the Printer Control button, reinsert the power cord into the back of the unit and continue to hold the Printer Control button until the print head starts to move.
– Press and hold the Printer Co ntrol button for
– Press and release the Printer
– After manually feeding paper
– Unplug the power cord from the rear of
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Printer Error Conditions
LED Blinking Constantly
A constantly blinking LED can indicate the following:
Low ink condition
button to center the print head. Replace the low ink cartridge. Press and release the Printer Control button to return the print head to the home position.
LED On Continuously
A continuously lit LED can indicate any of the following error messages:
Out of paper
Printer Control button to feed paper.
Paper Jam
least 2 seconds to clear the jam. If the paper fails to come out, follow the jam clearance procedure described on the Quick Reference Guide.
Incorrect Print Head Installed
Printer Control button to center the print head. Replace the incorrect print head with the correct DocuPrint C6 print head.
Out of Ink
center the print head. Replace the empty ink cartridge with a new cartridge. Press and release the Printer Control button to return the print head to the home position.
– Fill the paper tray. Press and release the
– Press and hold the Printer Co ntrol button for at
- Press and release the Printer Control button to
(0.5 sec On, 0.5 sec Off)
– Press and release the Printer Control
– Press and release the
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(
LED On Continuously)
System Error
at least 2 seconds. If the LED begins to flash, there is a system error. Unplug the power at the back of the unit for at least 10 seconds, then reinsert the power cord back into the back of the unit. If the problem still persists, contact the Xerox Customer Support Center.
LED Blinking Intermittently
An intermittently blinking LED can indicate the following:
Data in Buffer
to print out the data resident in the printer memory.
– Press and hold the Printer Co ntrol button for
(0.2 sec On, 1.4 sec Off)
– Press and release the Printer Control button
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Printer specifications
Feature Specification
Print speed Black: Up to 4 ppm (draft mode)
Color: Up to 1.5 ppm (draft mode)
Black / Color: 600 x 600 dpi (plain paper)Print resolution
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Feature Specification
Paper tray capacity 100 sheets 75 g/m² (20 lb.) paper Paper output shelf
capacity Paper size
Paper weight 60 – 160 g/m² plain paper: (16 – 43 lb.) Print media Plain paper, ink jet transparencies, envelop e s,
Interface IEEE 1284 compliant parallel printer cable,
Ambient conditions Temperature: 10° – 35° C (50° - 95° F)
Input voltage 100V – 240V Universal Power Supply Power consumption Standby: 0.1A 110V; 0.08A 230V
External dimensions Width: 43.5 cm (17.1 inches)
50 sheets 75 g/m² (20 lb.) paper
Automatic feed:
Envelopes: #10, DL, C6, Custom (see
paper-faced labels, high resolution paper, photo glossy paper, fabric transfer sheets
6 ft. or less
Humidity: 20% – 80% relative humidity
Operating: 0.5A 110V; 0.3A 230V
Letter, Legal, A4, A5, B5, 8 x 10, Executive
Printer Driver Online Help)
Depth: 23.7 cm (9.3 inches) Height: 17.5 cm (6.9 inches) Weight: 4 kg (8.8 lb.)
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System Requirements
Operating System Windows 95/98
Random Access Memory Minimum 8 MB
16 MB Recommended
Hard Disk Space 20 MB available
Minimum CPU 486-DX66 MHz
Note: The use of devices that share the parallel port (for example, a zip drive or a scanner) is not recommended. Use a direct connection to the parallel port of the computer.
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