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Laser safety
Warning:Adjustments, use of controls, or performance of
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procedures other than those specified herein may result in
hazardous light exposure.
The Xerox DocuPrint printers are certified to comply with the
performance standards of the U.S. Department of Health, Education,
and Welfare for Class 1 laser products. Class 1 laser products do not
emit hazardous radiation. The DocuPrint printers do not emit
hazardous radiation because the laser beam is completely enclosed
during all modes of customer operation.
The laser danger labels on the system are for Xerox service
representatives and are on or near panels or shields that must be
removed with a tool. DO NOT REMOVE LABELED PANELS OR
PANELS NEAR LABELS. ONLY XEROX SERVICE
REPRESENTATIVES HAVE ACCESS TO THESE PANELS.
Ozone information
This product produces ozone during normal operation. The amount
of ozone produced depends on copy volume. Ozone is heavier than
air. The environmental parameters specified in the Xerox installation
instructions ensure that concentration levels are within safe limits. If
you need additional information concerning ozone, call 1-800-8286571 to request the Xerox publication 600P83222, OZONE.
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Operation safety
Your Xerox equipment and supplies have been designed and tested
to meet strict safety requirements. They have been approved by
safety agencies, and they comply with environmental standards.
Please observe the following precautions to ensure your continued
safety.
•Always connect equipment to a properly grounded electrical
outlet. If in doubt, have the outlet checked by a qualified
electrician.
Warning:Improper connection of the equipment grounding
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conductor may result in risk of electrical shock.
•Never use a ground adapter plug to connect equipment to an
electrical outlet that lacks a ground connection terminal.
•Always place equipment on a solid support surface with
adequate strength for its weight.
•Always use materials and supplies specifically designed for
your Xerox equipment. Use of unsuitable materials may result in
poor performance and may create a hazardous situation.
•Never move either the printer or the Printer Controller without
first contacting Xerox for approval.
•Never attempt any maintenance that is not specifically
described in this documentation.
•Never remove any covers or guards that are fastened with
screws. There are no operator-serviceable areas within these
covers.
•Never override electrical or mechanical interlocks.
•Never use supplies or cleaning materials for other than their
intended purposes. Keep all materials out of the reach of
children.
•Never operate the equipment if you notice unusual noises or
odors. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet and
call service to correct the problem.
If you need any additional safety information concerning the
equipment or materials Xerox supplies, call Xerox Product Safety at
the following toll-free number in the United States:
1-800-828-6571
For customers outside the United States contact your local Xerox
representative or operating company.
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Table of contents
Laser safetyiii
Ozone informationiii
Operation safetyiv
Introductionix
About this guideix
Contentsix
Conventionsx
Related publicationsxi
1.System overview1-1
Functional overview of the DocuPrint IPS1-1
Major system components1-2
Host connectivity options1-3
IPDS data stream1-4
Dual Mode1-4
4050/4090 IPS hardware features1-5
Multiple input trays1-5
Advanced paper handling1-5
300 dpi resolution1-6
Multiple output trays/bins1-6
User interface1-7
Software features1-8
Mixed paper sizes within a job1-8
Tray selection capabilities1-9
IOCA Replicate and Trim1-9
Mixed plex1-10
Enhanced N-Up1-10
Trace facility1-11
Overstrike, underscore, subscript, and superscript1-11
Page origin rotation for continuous form jobs1-11
Double-byte fonts1-11
Outline font support1-12
Printer resident font support1-12
Processing options1-12
Message translation1-12
Configuration file processing1-12
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PCI Bus support1-13
Access control by privilege mode1-13
Software license1-13
Remote service (Sixth Sense Technology)1-14
2.Printer Controller2-1
Components of the Printer Controller2-1
Processor2-3
Hard disk2-3
Diskette drive2-4
CD-ROM drive2-4
Cartridge tape drive 2-4
Monitor2-4
Keyboard 2-4
Mouse2-4
Host Channel Unit (HCU) — channel-attached systems only2-5
Placement of the processor2-5
3.User interface3-1
Graphical user interface screen3-2
IPS main window3-4
4.Printers4-1
Printer components4-2
Components overview4-2
Printer control console4-3
Sample tray4-5
Dual stacker trays 1 and 24-5
Feeder trays4-5
Printer configurations4-6
High-capacity feeder 4-6
Printer stackers4-7
Dual stacker4-7
Stitcher/stacker4-8
Additional IPS printer features 4-9
Printer paper paths4-10
A.Paper and other suppliesA-1
Paper and other throughput stocksA-1
Selecting paperA-1
Paper careA-3
Other supplies A-6
Dry inkA-6
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Fuser lubricantA-6
DeveloperA-6
DiskettesA-6
Cartridge tapesA-6
FontsA-7
Consumable supplies tablesA-8
Paper and special stocks tablesA-8
Complete supplies list—4050/4090 printersA-11
Ordering suppliesA-12
IndexINDEX-1
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About this guide
Introduction
This Xerox DocuPrint 4050/4090 IPS System Overview Guide
provides an overview of the individual components of the DocuPrint
IPDS Printer System (IPS) and how they work together. This
reference is designed to provide you with background information
that can be used to make informed decisions regarding printer use
and performance.
The Xerox DocuPrint 4050/4090 IPS System Overview Guide
provides information to help you quickly determine hardware,
software, and connectivity requirements for printing from various
clients to DocuPrint IPS.
This reference is useful for workstation users, printer operators, and
system administrators who want to understand the overall DocuPrint
IPS. Managers can use the reference information to assist them in
making planning decisions.
Contents
Before using this guide, become familiar with its contents and
conventions.
This guide contains the following chapters:
•Chapter 1, “System overview,” identifies and describes the
function of the major components of the DocuPrint 4050 and
4090 IPS.
•Chapter 2, “Printer Controller,” provides the information on the
Printer Controller components, software, and fonts.
•Chapter 3, “User interface,” describes the features of the IPS
graphical user interface.
•Chapter 4, “Printer,” details the base printer components and
optional printer components.
•Appendix A, “Paper and other supplies,” provides information
and specifications on paper and other media used with the IPS,
as well as instructions for ordering supplies.
An index is provided at the back of the guide.
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INTRODUCTION
Conventions
This guide uses the following conventions:
•All caps and angle brackets — Within procedures, the names of
keys are shown in all caps within angle brackets (for example,
press <RETURN>).
•Italics — Document and library names are shown in italics (for
example, the Xerox DocuPrint 4050/4090 IPS System Overview Guide).
•Capitalization of graphical user interface (GUI) window titles
matches the titles as they appear on the screen. In cases where
a window does not have a title, it is referenced using all lower
case. For example:
—At the graphical user interface, use the Output
Configuration window to group the trays.
—The main window displays the current system status.
Note:Notes are hints that help you perform a task or understand
the text.
Caution:Cautions alert you to an action that could damage
hardware or software.
Warning:Warnings alert you to conditions that could affect the
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safety of people.
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Related publications
Xerox documentsFollowing is a list of all Xerox DocuPrint IPS documents. For a
INTRODUCTION
This document is part of the Xerox DocuPrint IPS publication set.
complete list and description of available Xerox documentation, refer
to the Xerox Customer Documentation Catalog (publication number
610P17517), or call your service representative.
The documentation set also includes an electronic version, the
DocuPrint IPS Interactive Customer Documentation CD.
IBM documentsFollowing are related IBM documents. Contact your local IBM
representative for ordering instructions for IBM AFP/PSF manuals
that might be useful for your specific installation.
IBM 3825 Page Printer Product Description
IBM Intelligent Printer Data Stream Reference
IBM Advanced Function Presentation Printer Summary
IBM ITSC Distributing AFP Printing from a Host System
IBM Advanced Function Printing Data Stream Reference
IBM Data Stream and Object Architectures: Mixed Object Document
Content Architecture Reference
Guide to Advanced Function Presentation
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1. 1System overview
This chapter introduces the DocuPrint 4050 IPS and the DocuPrint
4090 IPS printing systems. It describes the systems’ hardware and
software components, features, functions, and modes of operation.
Functional overview of the DocuPrint IPS
DocuPrint IPS printers support:
•Duplex printing
•Media handling of multiple weights, sizes, and types
•Optional modules for enhanced finishing and output to third-
party finishing devices
•Optional high-capacity feeder which provides additional feeder
trays.
The IPS emulates an IBM AFP Group 3 page printer with the
Advanced Function Image and Graphics (AFIG) option and can print
in all the following PSF environments:
•MVS
•VM (channel-attached only)
•VSE (channel-attached only)
•OS/2
•OS/400 (with TCP/IP only)
•AIX
Note:Although PSF/VSE does not support TCP/IP directly, a
printing system with PSF/2, PSF/6000, or IBM InfoPrint Manager can
attach to a PSF/VSE system and the PSF/2, PSF/6000, or IBM
InfoPrint Manager can furnish the TCP/IP support for the IPS printer.
For information on the minimum PSF levels needed to support the
IPS, refer to your Xerox DocuPrint 4050/4090 IPS Installation Planning Guide.
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SYSTEM OVERVIEW
Major system components
Printer ControllerThe Printer Controller accepts IPDS data from the host, processes
Graphical user interfaceThe full-color graphical user interface (GUI) provides an easy-to-use,
The IPS has the following main components, each of which is
described in greater detail in later chapters of this guide:
the data, and sends it to the printer using the IPS operating system
for IPDS or the NPS operating system for PostScript or PCL.
The Printer Controller provides the printer with print data and
commands and receives status information from the printer.
Host Channel Unit: On channel-attached systems, the Printer
Controller has an additional component called the Host Channel Unit,
or HCU. The HCU contains the channel communications board, and
handles communication between PSF and the controller when data
is received over a bus and tag connection.
mouse-driven interface to the IPS. Using the windows on the GUI
screen, you can configure your system; perform diagnostic and
administrative tasks; and set up, change, and implement system
options, and run print jobs.
The IPS main window displays the current system status, as well as
the current printer settings, including the current input and output tray
configurations. From the IPS main window you access the various
menus and windows you use to configure and operate the system.
Refer to the chapter “User interface” in this guide, for more detailed
information on the IPS graphical user interface components.
PrinterThe printer accepts data from the Printer Controller and prints the
document according to the print options specified by the user. The
printer also provides paper stacking, collating, and optional finishing.
The 4050 and 4090 IPS are monochrome printers. Print jobs that
contain color commands are printed in black.
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Host connectivity options
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Channel-attached configurationFigure 1-1 illustrates the components of a channel-attached IPS.
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The IPS can be set up to receive data from a host in one of two ways:
•Over a channel with bus and tag cable connection, via the Host
Channel Unit (HCU)
•Through a Token Ring or Ethernet interface, using TCP/IP
protocol (not available in a VM or VSE host environment)
Note:A transmission rate of at least 16 megabits per second
should be used with a Token Ring interface on the IPS. (Overall
performance depends on network traffic and job density.)
This configuration requires a Host Channel Unit (HCU) to interface
between the host channel and the IPS controller.
1 Host system (PC or mainframe)
2 4050 or 4090 IPS printer
3 Printer interface cable
4 Printer Controller
5 SCSI interface
6 Host Channel Unit (HCU)
7 Bus and tag cables
TCP/IP configurationIf you are using Token Ring or Ethernet with TCP/IP, as shown in
figure 1-2, the bus and tag cables and the HCU are not required.
Figure 1-2.4050/4090 IPS: TCP/IP configuration
1 Host system (PC or mainframe)
2 Token Ring or Ethernet network connection
3 Printer Controller
4 Printer interface cable
5 4050 or 4090 IPS printer
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SYSTEM OVERVIEW
IPDS data stream
All IPDS resources (print data sets, page definitions, form definitions,
page segments, fonts, and overlays) supported by the IBM 3825 and
3827 printers are supported by the Xerox IPS software. Additionally,
there are several data towers supported within the AFP environment
which are fully supported by the IPS software, to a level supported by
the IBM 3825 and IBM 3827 printer capabilities:
•IM Image IMD1
•FOCA: Font Object Content Architecture
•MO:DCA-P: Mixed Object Document Content Architecture for
Presentation
•PTOCA PT1, PT2, and PT3: Presentation Text Object Content
Architecture
•IOCA: Image Object Content Architecture
•GOCA: Graphics Object Content Architecture
•BCOCA: Bar code Object Content Architecture
•OL1: Overlay One
•PS1: Page Segment One
Dual Mode
•Line mode data streams
Each of the data objects follow the same object rule of containing
delimiting fields with structured fields describing each object.
Xerox DocuPrint Dual Mode option enables both DocuPrint NPS and
IPS systems to coexist on the same Printer Controller (Sun
workstation). This allows the DocuPrint system to receive data
streams supported by NPS and IPS, including IPDS, PostScript
Levels 1 and 2, HP PCL5c, HP PCL5e, and ASCII.
Either of the following types of configurations may be used:
•The same Token Ring or Ethernet connection can be used for
both IPDS (IPS) and Postscript/PCL (NPS).
•Both a Token Ring card and an Ethernet card can reside in the
Sun workstation controller, with one being used for IPDS and
the other for PostScript/PCL.
•Bus and tag attachment through the HCU can be used for
IPDS, and Token Ring or Ethernet connection for the NPS.
When the DocuPrint system is in IPS mode, it can accept PostScript
and PCL data streams in the background; however, it can print these
jobs only after it is switched to NPS mode. However, when the
system is in NPS mode, it cannot accept IPDS data streams in the
background.
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4050/4090 IPS hardware features
The 4050 and 4090 IPS provide numerous features that can be
enabled or configured using the graphical user interface on the
printer controller.
Multiple input trays
Two addressable input trays are standard with the printing system.
Two additional feeder trays are available as options. These trays can
be used to configure print jobs in the most effective manner. For
example, the trays can be used to provide nonstop printing of a
complex job that requires multiple paper stocks, or only a few paper
stocks, but using the continuous loading capability of the input trays.
A different tray can also be selected for each copy of a specific page
in a print job; for example, to provide different paper colors for
specific pages.
Feeder tray capacities, based on 20-pound or 80 gsm (grams per
square meter) bond, are:
•Tray 1: 1000 sheets
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Advanced paper handling
•Tray 2: 500 sheets
•High-capacity feeder trays (3 and 4): 1000 sheets each.
The DocuPrint 4050/4090 IPS can handle paper stocks ranging in
size from 8.5 by 11 inches / 216 by 279 mm to 8.5 by 14 inches / 216
by 356 mm, including A4, and in weight from 20-pound or 80 gsm
bond to 110-pound / 200 gsm index. Jobs can also be printed on
special stocks such as labels and transparencies.
The printer engine monitors the print job so that, should a paper jam
occur, the job resumes on the correct page, providing complete
document integrity.
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300 dpi resolution
Multiple output trays/bins
The DocuPrint 4050/4090 IPS provides high print quality at 300 dpi
resolution. It can receive data at 240 or 300 dpi; The controller
coverts 240 data to 300.
Caution:The DocuPrint 4050/4090 IPS must be configured to the
same font resolution as the host input data stream (refer to your
Xerox DocuPrint 4050/4090 IPS Guide to Configuring and Managing
the System for instructions on configuring for the correct input
resolution). Conflicts between the input font resolution and the IPS
configuration could result in inability to print the job, or in missing
variable data in the output.
Better print quality is usually achieved if you convert all 240 dpi and
300 dpi fonts and other resources to 300 dpi before printing, rather
than leaving the conversion for the controller to do. However, you
should always run test prints to validate your particular application.
Your 4050/4090 IPS is available with one of two stacker types: a dual
stacker, with two output trays, or a stitcher/stacker which can offset
and/or place a wire stitch in sets of up to 50 sheets.
Output tray capacities, based on 20-pound or 80 gsm stock:
•Dual stacker trays 1 and 2: 720 sheets each
•Stitcher/stacker: 2000 sheets.
Note:The equivalent grams per square meter of 20-pound paper is
actually 75 gsm. However, there is no standard 75 gsm paper — the
available stock that is closest in weight to 20-pound paper is 80
gsm.
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User interface
SYSTEM OVERVIEW
The IPS full-color graphical user interface provides an easy-to-use,
mouse-driven interface to the IPS. Using the graphical screens, you
can configure your system; perform diagnostic and administrative
tasks; and set up, change, and implement system options.
The IPS main window displays the current system status, as well as
the current printer settings, including the current input and output tray
configurations. From the IPS main window you access the various
menus and windows you use to change the system settings and
perform diagnostic and administrative tasks. Refer the “User
interface” chapter in this guide for further information on the IPS
graphical user interface.
Figure 1-3.IPS main window
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Software features
Mixed paper sizes within a job
The following special IPS software features increase system
flexibility.
Note:Additional features are as follows:
•Enhanced N-Up (For information, refer to Dash 11.)
•Trace facility enhancements (For information, refer to Dash 11.)
•Remote diagnostics (For information, refer to the section “Sixth
Sense Technology” in this chapter.)
•Background color for OCA colors (For information, refer to Dash
11.)
The IPS can print jobs that call for a mix of paper sizes, without
needing to interrupt or slow down printing.
An example of such an application would be a multi-page billing
statement consisting of:
•One or more 8 1/2 by 11-inch sheets itemizing charges, and
•A final 8 1/2 by 14-inch page containing the rest of the billing
items, the total amount due, and a tear-off section to mail back
with payment.
Note:When a print job calls for paper sizes that span over different
pitch modes, the software will either cycle down or run at a lower
pitch mode, based on the different pitch modes required, the paper
sizes called for, the speed of the printer, and the time it takes to shut
down the printer.
Note:Paper size and printer trays cannot be changed while the job
is running.
Note:Mixed paper sizes are not supported for stitching. If your
system has a stitcher/stacker, the printer cycles down if it detects any
specification for stitching different sized papers.
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Tray selection capabilities
Output trayWith the output bin selection capability you can select a different
SYSTEM OVERVIEW
You can select a different input tray or output bin for each job. You
can also select a different input tray for each page of a job.
Input trayWith the input tray selection capability at the Copy Subgroup level,
you can select a different input tray for each copy of a page of a job.
You can use this capability to print each page of a multiple-part form
on a different color paper stock, or to print the cover of a job on a card
stock and to print specific pages within the job on a different color
stock.
To specify a different input tray for each job, use the BIN command
in the SUBGROUP level of the COPYGROUP in the FORMDEF.
output bin group for each print job. This selection requires two steps:
1. At the host, set the JCL keyword OUTBIN in the OUTPUT
statement to specify a bin number from 1 to 65535, or use the
OUTBIN command in the FORMDEF to specify a bin number
from 1 to 255.
2. At the graphical user interface, use the Output Configuration
window to group the trays. You must also select Allow Host
Control from the Bin Selection Mode pull-down menu.
IOCA Replicate and Trim
The IPS also supports Replicate and Trim, which improves the
processing of IM and IO images that contain large areas of shaded
graphics. (IM images are resolution-dependent images that cannot
be compressed or scaled; IO images are resolution-independent.)
The IOCA Replicate and Trim capability allows for faster
transmission to the printer of AFP applications with IM images that
have large or widespread shaded areas. It also reduces the storage
area required on the host and on the printer.
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SYSTEM OVERVIEW
Mixed plex
The IPS allows switching between plex modes (simplex to duplex
and vice versa) within and between jobs without shutting down the
printer.
Switching of plex modes occurs as follows:
•From simplex to duplex: The switch is done without a printer
shutdown or dead cycles.
•From duplex to simplex: The switch is done without a printer
shutdown. However, the printer may, if necessary, dead cycle to
clear the paper path of all duplex sheets before feeding the first
simplex sheet.
Users can avoid switching from duplex to simplex mode (and thus,
avoid the dead cycles) by using the Maximum Simplex GUI panel to
perform simulated simplex. For more details, refer to the “Setting the
system configuration” chapter in the Xerox DocuPrint 4050/4090 IPS Guide to Configuring and Managing the System.
Note:When you print simplex pages in duplex mode, the
throughput speed is halved. The blank back pages of the simulated
simplex sheets are counted as billable pages by the system’s
meter.
Enhanced N-Up
Enhanced N-Up provides the following capabilities:
SheetsOn a given sheet, users can place individual pages:
•At any position on either side of the sheet
•In any orientation
•In any size that fits on the sheet
Each side of the sheet of paper can have up to four pages.
OverlaysUsers can place overlays relative to any partition origin, with or
without variable page data from the application program.
Users can specify different overlays for each page.
OffsetsUsers can specify different offsets for each page.
RotationsUsers can specify different rotations for each page.
Form ejectionUsers can specify form ejection to a new partition or a new sheet.
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Trace facility
To help diagnose problems, the system provides a trace mechanism.
Trace files store system configuration information, maintain TCP/IP
protocol headers, and time-stamp all records.
For detailed information on this feature, refer to the “Setting the
system configuration” chapter in the Xerox DocuPrint 4050/4090 IPS Guide to Configuring and Managing the System.
Overstrike, underscore, subscript, and superscript
Support for the PT2 Subset of PTOCA enables the IPS to print
overstrikes, underscores, subscripts, and superscripts where
specified in jobs.
Page origin rotation for continuous form jobs
The 90-degree page origin rotation feature enables the IPS to print
jobs designed for continuous form printing, without the need to
rework an existing application. At the user interface, you can set a
job’s page origin to be rotated 90
continuous form jobs on cut-sheet paper.
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to accommodate printing
Double-byte fonts
Double-byte fonts consist of characters that are larger and more
complex than the single-byte characters making up the Roman
alphabet. Therefore, each character of a double-byte font requires
two bytes to represent it. Some languages requiring double-byte
fonts include Chinese, Korean, and Japanese.
The IPS supports printing with certain double-byte fonts, which can
be used in combination with single-byte fonts.
The following double-byte character sets are supported:
•Simplified Chinese
•Traditional Chinese
•Japanese
•Korean
•Thai.
Note:When using double-byte fonts, the font loading time will
increase if a font change occurs between reports.
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Outline font support
Printer resident font support
The IPS supports the use of IBM outline fonts for both single- and
double-byte applications. These fonts may be downloaded during the
jobs or may be loaded into the system and made resident through the
use of a user interface option on the Configuration menu.
These outline fonts allow users to specify a single font that can be
rasterized in a variety of point sizes by the IPS. The IBM outline fonts
are based on Adobe type 1 and type 0 fonts that are in PostScript
format.
Note:The IPS supports printer resident outline fonts. It does not
support printer resident raster fonts.
The IPS stores both single-byte and double-byte fonts locally on the
Printer Controller and does not require you to download the fonts
from the host. This can lead to significant performance gains,
especially when the printer is attached remotely.
Processing options
Message translation
Users can also set the default font for text or barcode Human
Readable Interpretation (HRI) to one of the installed fonts to replace
a font that is distributed with the system.
Fonts can be installed from an IBM supplied font CD or via FTP to the
Controller workstation.
Note:The IPS supports printer resident outline fonts. It does not
support printer resident raster fonts.
The IPS allows users to specify processing options using the GUI.
For example, changing the model number reported to the host. Refer
to the Xerox DocuPrint 4050/4090 IPS Guide to Configuring and Managing the System for details on these options.
The IPS provides some message translatability for the GUI and
printer monitor. Users can select the language of their choice from a
GUI menu option.
Configuration file processing
The IPS adds a version identifier to the configuration files. The
identifier allows for migration of configuration data from one release
to a subsequent release at upgrade time. The IPS allows users to
save, upgrade, and restore configuration data such as input and
output tray mappings and DFA configurations.
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PCI Bus support
Access control by privilege mode
SYSTEM OVERVIEW
The IPS supports the SUN Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI)
Bus architecture, in addition to the S-Bus platform. PCI support
provides the following advantages:
•Migration of Printer Controller components to newer technology
•Higher performance on the Printer Controller
•Wider selection of system peripherals
•Adherence to industry standards.
The IPS controls access to various functions based on four privilege
modes:
1. User
2. Operator
3. Administrator
Software license
4. Service.
Depending on the privilege mode set by the Customer Service
Engineer, users will have access to certain graphical user interface
(GUI) functions, while other functions will be grayed out. Refer to the
Xerox DocuPrint 4050/4090 IPS Guide to Configuring and Managing
the System for details on this functionality.
When an IPS is purchased, the owner needs a license to use the
operating system software. After a user calls in with a host ID (Sun
SPARC/Ultra host ID), the user will receive a license string.
The user license is enabled by entering the 20-character
authorization text string at the Printer Controller keyboard. Your
Xerox service representative can obtain the license text string for you
and enter it when your IPS is installed, or when you receive your IPS
software upgrade. For details on how to obtain the license string from
Xerox, refer to the Xerox DocuPrint 4050/4090 IPS Guide to Configuring and Managing the System, in the chapter “Setting up the
printer controller.”
Until the license string is entered, your IPS cannot receive data from
the host to print. You can power on and boot the system, and perform
all offline tasks such as setting up input and output configurations,
but the IPS remains in Disabled mode and cannot print.
Although your service representative usually does this for you, you
are able to enter your license string yourself from the IPS main
window. The procedures are outlined in the chapter “Setting up the
printer controller” in your Xerox DocuPrint 4050/4090 Guide to Configuring and Managing the System.
Note:If your system will be operating in Dual Mode, it requires two
license strings: one for IPS and one for NPS.
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SYSTEM OVERVIEW
Remote service (Sixth Sense Technology)
Sixth Sense Technology is a user-friendly suite of tools that allow
service personnel to connect with a customer system and evaluate
its performance while the system is being used. The Customer
Service Engineer (CSE) can troubleshoot problems remotely,
transfer, apply, and remove patches remotely, and, if an on-site call
is required, arrive with the solution to fix the problem.
Customer benefits of using this technology include:
•Diagnostic help and identification of required parts before the
service visit
•Planned visits based on known problems and/or replacement of
wear-out items
•Customer self-maintenance to provide faxed replacement
change reminder to trained operators.
Using the Sixth Sense Technology, CSEs can access your system’s
diagnostic data remotely using a regular telephone line almost as if
they were at the Printer Controller (SPARCstation).
For security reasons, the customer maintains control of the modem
connection, and may leave the modem disconnected. Also, the
customer provides a password for access to the Sixth Sense
Technology via the modem.
For information on enabling and disabling of the Sixth Sense
Technology, refer to the chapter “Calling for Service” in your Xerox DocuPrint 4050/4090 IPS Troubleshooting Guide.
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2. 2Printer Controller
This chapter describes the DocuPrint IPS Printer Controller (also
called the system controller). It includes a list of component
hardware, software, and fonts, and discusses the key elements of
software operation.
Components of the Printer Controller
The Printer Controller enables you to use proprietary Xerox IPS
hardware, firmware, and software to control the printer. It has the
following major hardware components:
•Sun UltraSPARC workstation. The Sun workstation has a
high-performance RISC processor chipset, based on the
industry-standard Scalable Processor Architecture (SPARC)
and a high-capacity hard disk drive. It contains the following
components:
—Processor
–Hard disk
–Diskette drive
–CD-ROM drive
–Connectivity boards for Ethernet and, optionally, Token
Ring
—Monitor
—Keyboard
—Mouse
•Host Channel Unit (HCU) (Channel-attached systems only).
The HCU contains the channel communications board. This is
used only when printing data received over a channel via a bus
and tag connection.
Note:Some elements and components of the Printer Controller are
accessible only by a service representative; for example, the
diagnostics for the Sun workstation processor.
Note:Printer controller hardware configurations are subject to
upgrade.
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The Sun Ultra workstation consists of the processor, monitor,
keyboard and mouse. Both Sun Ultra 2 and Sun Ultra 60
workstations are available.
Figure 2-1.Components of the Sun Ultra 2
1 Processor
2 Monitor
3 Mouse and mouse pad
4 Keyboard
5 Diskette drive
6 CD-ROM drive
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The processor is the central processing unit (CPU) of the Sun
workstation. It contains a power switch, a hard drive, a diskette drive,
a CD-ROM drive, a power receptacle and outlet, connectors, and
ports.
A Data Control Interface Module (DCIM2) card for the Sun Ultra 2, or
a PCIM2 card for the Sun Ultra 60 is installed in the processor, to
which the printer cable is connected. In addition, the processor
contains the connectivity boards for Ethernet and, optionally, Token
Ring.
Hard disk
One addressable, high-speed, high-capacity hard disk is provided.
The hard disk stores the operating system, the IPS application, and
any buffered pages. Do not use the hard disk to store other
applications or data except as directed by your service
representative.
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Diskette drive
The floppy disk drive is located in the processor, on the front section
of the UltraSPARC. It uses industry standard 3.5 inch, 1.44-MB,
double-sided, high-density floppy disks. This disk drive is not an input
source for print jobs or for any other data or application. It is reserved
exclusively for use by a service representative to update software
and to store files.
CD-ROM drive
The CD-ROM drive, located in the processor above the diskette
drive, is a high-density, read-only, optical laser storage device used
for loading the IPS operating system, online documentation, and
other files.
Cartridge tape drive
An optional 8 GB, 4 mm external SCSI cartridge tape drive also is
available for the IPS. Like the diskette and CD drives, this tape drive
is not an input source for print jobs or for any other data or
application. It provides the service representative with another
means of loading system maintenance files or saving diagnostic
information.
Monitor
Keyboard
Mouse
The monitor has a high-resolution color screen, which displays the
IPS graphical user interface screen.
The type 4 or 5 keyboard has 107 alphanumeric keys, symbol and
special character keys, an extended character set, and function keys.
The mouse has three buttons. The left and right buttons are used to
select IPS functions. The center button provides additional functions
that you will not be required to use.
If your workstation has an optical mouse, it must remain on its
designated metallic pad to be active. If the mouse has a roller ball
instead of an optical sensor underneath, it requires a non-metallic
pad.
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Host Channel Unit (HCU) — channel-attached systems only
The HCU handles all of the IPDS communications and handshaking
with PSF on the host when receiving data over a channel. (It is not
used when the IPS is printing data using TCP/IP.)
•The front panel of the HCU has a single-digit LED display,
which enables you to monitor power-up and offline status, and
alerts you to error conditions. (Refer to your IPS Messages Guide for an explanation of the HCU codes displayed here.)
•The back panel of the HCU has a power switch and outlet, bus
and tag cable input and bypass connectors, and a dual serial
port. The standard switching power supply is capable of 10 amp
on the 5-volt output.
Note:You are responsible for obtaining, stringing, and maintaining
fully-populated bus and tag cables.
Figure 2-3.Host channel unit (HCU)
PRINTER CONTROLLER
Placement of the processor
When you place your Printer Controller processor on a desktop,
make sure to allow at least 6 inches / 152 mm of unobstructed space
at the rear and both sides of the processor. Do not allow any piece of
equipment to blow warm air into the air-intake vents of the processor.
Caution:Do not place a monitor with a base larger than the
processor on top of the unit. Do not block any fan or vents on the
sides or rear of the processor.
Caution:If you plan to move the Printer Controller, make sure to
consult with your service representative.
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3. 3User interface
The IPS graphical user interface on the Printer Controller enables
you to interact with the IPS. It contains windows and pull-down
menus through which you can perform operator and system
administrator tasks.
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USER INTERFACE
Graphical user interface screen
After you power on the HCU (if appropriate) and the Sun workstation,
the Printer Controller monitor displays three windows:
•IPS main window
•IPS Console window
•IPS Print Engine Monitor window.
The IPS main window is the largest window on the screen. The main
window displays the current system setup, the current system status,
and any jobs that are running. This window also provides access to
menus and subwindows from which you can configure and operate
your system.
The IPS Console window displays messages that warn you of
Printer Controller problems. (This window initially displays below the
IPS main window on the left, but it can be moved where desired.)
Note:High frequency service indicator (HFSI) messages may
appear occasionally in this window. These messages do not indicate
any problem, merely that you should advise your service
representative to check the indicated areas during the next service
call.
The IPS Print Engine Monitor window shows printer error
messages, indicates the printer status and displays printer and DFA
messages. (This window initially displays below the IPS main window
on the right, but it can be moved where desired.)
The IPS Print Engine Monitor window (below the IPS Main window,
on the right) shows error messages (for example, a printer door is left
open), indicates the printer status and displays printer messages.
The following figure shows these windows on the screen of the
Printer Controller monitor.
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USER INTERFACE
Figure 3-1.Printer Controller monitor with IPS main window,
IPS Console window, and IPS Print Engine Monitor
window
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IPS main window
Use the IPS main window to access other windows for configuring,
setting up, and operating the system, for monitoring the current setup
and status of the system, for performing various administration tasks,
and for interrupting and resuming printing.
Figure 3-2.IPS main window
The IPS main window consists of the following:
•Menus:
—Configuration
—Diagnostics
—Administration
—System Options
•Input Configuration section, which provides access to the
windows that enable you to configure input trays to feed
required paper stocks, and to set up margin values. It also
displays the current configuration of the feeder trays.
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USER INTERFACE
•Output Configuration section, which provides access to the
direct windows that enable you to direct printed output to the
desired output tray or bin. It also displays the current
configuration of the stacker trays.
•Setup and status information, which consists of the following
sections:
—Control Unit Configuration section, which displays the
current configuration of the system
—Status section, which indicates what the printer is doing
—Host Job Control section, which allows you to stop or
continue job processing.
For detailed information on the main window and its various
functions, refer to the chapter “Introduction to the graphical user
interface” in the Xerox DocuPrint 4050/4090 IPS Guide to Configuring and Managing the System.
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4. 4Printers
The IPS printer (sometimes referred to as the image output terminal
or IOT) is where the actual printing takes place. This chapter
discusses the components of the 4050/4090 IPS printer.
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Printer components
Components overview
The DocuPrint IPS printers contain a xerographic engine, two
standard feeder trays, a sample tray, the printer control console, and
one of two output tray configurations: the dual stacker or the stitcher/
stacker.
The components of the base printer for the 4050 and 4090 IPS are
shown in figure 4-1
Figure 4-1.DocuPrint 4050/4090 IPS printer (shown with dual
These components are described in more detail in the following
sections.
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Printer control console
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The printer control console contains message and graphic displays,
as well as printer status indicator lights that alert you to printer
conditions. These indicators and the Information button help you to
solve printer problems. The Stop and Continue buttons give you
temporary control of the printer, without interrupting input processing.
Figure 4-2.4050/4090 IPS printer control console
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10
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9
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8
7
7
Message displayShows printer status and simple operating and maintenance
Graphic displayAssists you in locating the area where the printer problem occurred,
as indicated by the message in the message display.
Wire percentage indicatorDisplays the percentage of stitcher wire remaining on the spool. This
indicator appears only if your printer has the stitcher/stacker output
configuration.
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Feeder tray indicator lightsIndicates selected feeder trays and the size of paper loaded in each
tray.
Sample button (disabled)The IPS does not support printing sample pages while a job is
running. Therefore, the Sample button does not function, and
pressing it has no effect on system operation.
Power on/off switchControls power to the printer and is used primarily by service
representatives.
Fault code displayShows the number of prints completed and displays the printer fault
messages, such as L152. When a fault message displays, the
corresponding message (for example, “Stitcher is out of wire” or
“Spool not rotating”) appears in the message display.
Stop buttonUse the Stop button to halt printing without issuing a command at the
Printer Controller keyboard.
Continue buttonUse the Continue button to resume printing.
While it is formatting a complex page, the Printer Controller may
cycle down the printer if the page image is not available within a
certain time frame. If this occurs, the following message appears:
Press <CONTINUE> to resume printing
You can ignore this message. As soon as the page image is
available, the Printer Controller cycles up the printer and printing
automatically resumes.
Information buttonWhen “i” appears on the message display, you can press this button
for additional information on printer operation. You can press the
button repeatedly for more information as long as “i” appears.
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Sample tray
Dual stacker trays 1 and 2
Feeder trays
PRINTERS
This output tray receives sample prints of system files, rejected
prints, and transparencies. The capacity of the sample tray is 100
sheets of 20-pound or 80 gsm (grams per square meter) paper.
Each output stacker tray has a capacity of 750 sheets of 20-pound or
80 gsm paper (1500 sheets total capacity). An alternatives to the dual
stacker configuration is the stitcher/stacker.
The standard configuration contains two feeder trays with the
following capacities (based on 20-pound or 80 gsm paper):
•Tray 1: 1000 sheets
•Tray 2: 500 sheets. (Except for capacity, this tray is identical to
tray 1.)
High-capacity feeder: An additional feeder module containing two
trays (trays 3 and 4) is available as an option. Each high-capacity
feeder tray holds 1000 sheets of 20-pound or 80 gsm paper, for a
total of 2000 additional sheets.
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Printer configurations
High-capacity feeder
The DocuPrint 4050 and 4090 IPS are available in several
configurations, containing either the dual stacker or the stitcher
stacker, and may include the high-capacity feeder.
The high-capacity feeder (HCF) provides two additional feeder trays,
which work interchangeably with feeder trays 1 and 2, allowing
automatic tray switching and increased uninterrupted printing time.
Figure 4-3.4050/4090 IPS printer with high-capacity feeder
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3
Tray capacitiesEach high-capacity feeder tray holds 1000 sheets of 20-pound or 80
Paper sizesBoth high-capacity feeder trays handle paper sizes from 8.5 by 11
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inches / 216 by 279 mm to 8.5 by 14 inches / 216 by 352 mm. This
includes international paper size A4 (8.27 by 11.16 inches / 210 by
283 mm).
Printer stackers
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The stacker, or output section, provides the capacity for stacking,
offsetting, report collating, print sampling, or stitching (stitcher/
stacker configuration). Your IPS has either a dual stacker or a
stitcher/stacker.
Dual stacker
The dual stacker contains two identical output trays. Using the
Output Configuration windows on the graphical user interface, you
can send output to either or both of these trays in the desired order.
Figure 4-4.4050/4090 IPS printer with dual stacker
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3
Sample trayUsed for sample prints, rejected prints, and transparencies. Holds up
Stacker tray 1Holds up to 750 sheets of 20-pound or 80 gsm paper.
Stacker tray 2Identical to stacker tray 1.
1 Sample tray
2 Stacker tray 1
3 Stacker tray 2
to 100 sheets of 20-pound or 80 gsm paper.
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Stitcher/stacker
The stitcher/stacker can place a wire stitch or staple in stacks of up
to 50 sheets. It can also offset jobs and reports.
Figure 4-5.4050/4090 IPS printer with stitcher/stacker
1 Stitcher/stacker tray
2 Sample tray
Sample trayUsed for sample prints, rejected prints, and transparencies. Holds up
to 100 sheets of 20-pound or 80 gsm paper.
Stitcher/stacker trayA single tray for output that is stitched (stapled) and/or offset. The
tray holds up to 2000 sheets of unstitched 20-pound or 80 gsm
paper, or an equally high stack of stitched sets (200 two-sheet sets).
A stitched set consists of up to 50 sheets of 20-pound or 80 gsm
paper. The wire supply provides up to 35000 staples.
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Additional IPS printer features
Instruction labelsLocated throughout the printer to assist you with jam clearance and
Power saversTo conserve energy, the printer has two power savers: one for the
PRINTERS
Additional features of the DocuPrint 4050/4090 IPS printers include:
other tasks.
raster output scanner (ROS) and one for the fuser.
After a predetermined period, each of these parts times itself out and
shuts down. The time-out period can be adjusted by a service
representative to meet your needs. The Printer Controller
automatically brings the printer out of power saver mode when there
is a document to be printed.
•The ROS power saver times itself out after about an hour of
inactivity and requires about 30 seconds to warm back up.
•The fuser power saver times itself out after about four hours and
requires four to seven minutes to warm up.
Language buttonSystems with the dual language option have this button to select a
different language, such as French instead of English, for the
message display.
Figure 4-6. Language button on the printer control console
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Printer paper paths
Simplex paper pathThe following figure illustrates the simplex (one-sided output) paper
The paper path is the route materials (paper, transparencies, labels,
and so on) follow through the printer from the feeder trays to the
output bins or finisher receptacle.
path of a printer with a dual stacker tray and standard feeder tray.
The materials move from either feeder tray 1 or feeder tray 2 and are
stacked in either stacker tray 1, stacker tray 2, or the sample tray,
depending on your selection at the beginning of the job.
Figure 4-7.Simplex paper path (dual stacker configuration)
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Duplex paper pathThe following figure illustrates the duplex (two-sided output) paper
path of a printer with a dual stacker and standard feeder.
Materials may originate in either feeder tray 1 or feeder tray 2. The
duplex paper tray receives the materials before they go through a
second time to receive the second image. As the pages move
through for the second image, they follow the simplex path. The
pages are then stacked in either stacker tray 1 or stacker tray 2,
depending on your selection at the beginning of the job.
Figure 4-8.Duplex paper path (dual stacker configuration)
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High-capacity feeder paper pathWhen you add a high-capacity feeder to your system, only the
beginning of the paper path changes, which is the source of paper
supply. (This is the same for both simplex and duplex paper paths.)
The following figure illustrates the simplex paper path of a printer with
the high-capacity feeder.
Figure 4-9.Simplex paper path on printer with high-capacity
feeder
Stitcher/stacker paper pathIf you have the stitcher/stacker option, the paper path is the same,
except there is only one tray for the output (other than the sample
tray).
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A. APaper and other supplies
This appendix provides information and specifications for the media
you use with your Xerox DocuPrint 4050 or 4090 printer. Instructions
for ordering supplies are also provided.
Consumable supplies (those that are depleted during operation of
the system), such as paper, dry ink, developer, fuser agent, etc.,
must be ordered for your printer. It is important that an adequate
supply of these items be on hand for installation, and that your supply
be maintained afterwards.
Paper and other throughput stocks
The success of any print run is greatly dependent on the proper
selection, care, and handling of the stock used.
Selecting paper
You need to select your paper carefully. If you do not use the proper
paper, you increase the probability of paper jams and misfeeds. The
stocks you use must meet the specifications set forth by Xerox for
operability in the printer. For additional information about paper
specifications, refer to your System Overview Guide and to Helpful Facts about Paper, both delivered with your printer.
Acceptable paper stocks and sizesYour 4050 or 4090 printer accepts the following standard size cut-
sheet papers:
•US Letter: 8.5 by 11 inches / 216 by 279 mm
•US Legal: 8.5 by 14 inches / 216 by 356 mm
•A4: 8.27 by 11.69 inches / 210 by 297 mm
Recommended weight and grade:Use a good quality, xerographic-grade paper. For best results, use
paper that is 20-pound or 80 gsm (grams per square meter) bond,
xerographic grade. Xerox 4024 Dual Purpose Paper provides optimal
performance in the printer. Refer to the consumable supplies table in
this appendix.
Use paper within these parameters:
•Lightest: 20-pound or 80 gsm bond
•Heaviest: 110-pound or 200-gsm index.
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CharacteristicsThe paper stock should have the following characteristics:
•Low moisture content (a paper-to-moisture ratio below 5.7
percent). Paper with higher moisture content may curl and jam.
•Smooth surface
•Moisture-resistant wrapping
•No defects (bent edges, uneven surfaces)
•Grain long (parallel with the long side of paper).
Paper is usually fed into the printer with the long side as the
leading edge. When you purchase paper, buy long-grain paper.
Make sure the grain is parallel with the long side (long-grain) for
the most reliable feeding and stacking.
Special stocksFollowing are some guidelines for choosing and using special
materials:
•Labels — Must be the type designed for high-speed printers
and must meet the specifications described in the section
above. Loading instructions are printed on all paper trays.
Load labels with the label side up. You can direct them to any
output tray.
•Transparencies — Must be the type designed for high-speed
printers and must meet the specifications described in the
section above. Loading instructions are printed on all paper
trays.
Load transparencies with the opaque strip to the right. All
printed transparencies are delivered to the sample tray.
As long as they meet your printer’s paper specifications, you
can also use:
•Tinted paper — Available in a variety of colors, it has many
uses, including calling attention to certain printed material,
separating special sections, or dividing chapters of a report.
•Preprinted paper — May be letterhead, forms, or logos.
•Predrilled paper — Has a varying number of holes for use in
binders or binder rings. Before loading predrilled paper, fan it to
remove loose plugs that could cause paper jams. Load
predrilled paper in the printer with holes to the right.
•Perforated paper
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Paper care
PAPER AND OTHER SUPPLIES
Once you have purchased your paper, you must be sure it is stored
and conditioned properly, so that it performs optimally in the printer
with a minimum of jams.
Storing paperPaper has a tendency to curl under the heat that is present inside
xerographic equipment. To minimize the amount of curling, use
paper with low moisture content. Paper with excessive moisture
content has a tendency to jam because of the greater curl. The
maximum recommended moisture content is 5.7 percent.
Keep these points in mind when preparing your paper storage area:
•Store paper in its own wrapper; do not leave it unwrapped or
where it can be damaged by dampness or heat.
•Store paper on a flat surface and not on its side or edge.
•Store reams of paper in a closed cabinet.
•Always store paper in a cool, dry area. Store on pallets or
shelves, not on the floor.
•Plan ahead and keep at least a day’s supply of paper in the
same area as the printer to allow environmental stabilization
prior to printing.
For more detailed information on paper for Xerox printers, refer to
Helpful Facts about Paper, provided with your printer.
Figure A-1.Storing paper correctly
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Conditioning paperBecause temperature and humidity affect paper performance in the
Figure A-2.Recommended temperature and humidity for paper
storage
printer, you need to condition paper before using it. To do this, store
paper for a specified length of time in the same type of environment
as your printer.
The length of time you should condition your paper depends on the
amount of paper and the difference between the storage and
operating temperatures.
Use the following chart to determine the length of time needed to
condition stacked cartons of paper.
Note:The numbers in the top two rows indicate the temperature
difference between the storage area and the operating environment,
not actual room temperatures.
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Table A-1.Paper conditioning: Recommended temperature
differences between storage and operating areas
Temperature differences between storage and
operating areas
Fahrenheit
10
o
15
o
20
o
25
o
30
o
40
Centigrade
5.5
o
8.5
o
11
o
13
o
17
o
22
Cartons Hours
o
o
50
28
o
o
14
55
8 1114172434
9 1215182535
108141822273851
2011
4014
162328354867
192632385475
Example: (See the shaded rows in the table above.) If you want to
move ten cartons of paper from a storage area with a temperature of
o
90
F to an operating area with a temperature of 75 oF (a 15o
difference), you should do so at least 14 hours before using the
paper.
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Other supplies
Dry ink
Fuser lubricant
This section describes the supplies other than paper that are
necessary for installation and afterward. Your sales representative
will help you place your initial supply order.
Dry ink (also called toner) is the black powder which forms the image
on the printed page. There are three cartridges of dry ink in each
carton. You should keep at least one extra cartridge on hand at all
times. The disposable cartridges are easily changed with no mess.
The consumption rate of Xerox dry ink is approximately one cartridge
per 45,000 pages. Use only dry ink that is specified for use in the
4050 or 4090 printer, as described in the consumable supplies table.
Fuser lubricant is a consumable item required by the printer. You
should keep at least two boxes (each box contains two tubes) on
hand for installation by the service representative. The consumption
rate of Xerox fuser lubricant is approximately one tube per 120,000
pages. For product information, refer to the consumable supplies
table in this appendix.
Developer
Diskettes
Cartridge tapes
Developer is not consumed by the printer but does have an effective
life of approximately 300,000 pages per bottle, guaranteed by Xerox.
Developer is a required item and must be kept on hand.
Use only the developer specified for use in your 4050 or 4090 printer.
The developer is changed by your service representative. For
product information, refer to the consumable supplies table in this
appendix.
Diskettes are optional items that provide loading and backup of fonts,
forms, and user files to and from the printing system. The processor
accepts 3.5-inch, 1.44 MB, double-sided, high density diskettes.
The optional 4 mm cartridge tape drive uses 5 GB or 8 GB tapes.
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Fonts
PAPER AND OTHER SUPPLIES
Data can be printed on DocuPrint printers in many sizes and type
styles called fonts. A font is a character set which has unique
characteristics, such as type style, size, weight, orientation (portrait,
landscape, inverse portrait, and inverse landscape), character
spacing (fixed and proportional), line spacing, and postures (Roman,
italic, and so forth).
There are three classifications of fonts:
•Standard fonts
•Licensed fonts
•Custom fonts.
Standard fontsA library of 51 fonts is provided with your printer’s operating system
software.
Licensed fontsAdditional fonts may be ordered from your local Xerox Font Center.
Custom fontsCustom fonts and graphic images such as company logos and
signatures can be digitized by the Xerox Font Center for use on your
printer.
Receiving fontsFonts are received on a diskette from your local Xerox Font Center.
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Consumable supplies tables
Paper and special stocks tables
ItemDescriptionPart number
PaperXerox paper quantities are 10 reams (5,000 sheets) to a carton
A number of supplies are available from Xerox for your DocuPrint
printer. Use the following tables to help determine your supply needs.
Note:Customers in the U. S. may use the part numbers in these
tables to order supplies. Customers outside the U. S. should contact
their local service organization for part numbers.
The following tables list all throughput stocks available for the 4050/
4090 printers, with size, order number, and a brief description for
each.
Table A-2.Stocks list for 4050/4090 printers
unless otherwise noted below.
8.5 x 11 inch4024 Dual Purpose Paper 3R721
A44024 Dual Purpose Paper3R2594
8.5 x 14 inch4024 Dual Purpose Paper3R727
8.5 x 11 inch4024 Dual Purpose Paper, 3-hole3R723
8.5 x 11 inch4024 Dual Purpose Paper, 3-hole*3R2193
8.5 x 11 inch4024 Dual Purpose Paper, 4-hole3R1983
8.5 x 11 inch4024 Dual Purpose Paper, 4-hole*3R3008
8.5 x 11 inch4024 Dual Purpose Paper, 7-hole3R1984
8.5 x 11 inch4024 Dual Purpose Paper, 7-hole*3R3010
8.5 x 11 inch4024 Smooth3R2675
8.5 x 14 inch4024 Smooth3R2677
8.5 x 11 inchDual Purpose Colors—Blue3R3052
8.5 x 11 inchDual Purpose Colors—Blue, 3-hole3R3068
8.5 x 14 inchDual Purpose Colors—Blue, 3-hole3R3084
8.5 x 11 inchDual Purpose Colors—Green3R3056
8.5 x 11 inchDual Purpose Colors—Green, 3-hole3R3072
8.5 x 14 inchDual Purpose Colors—Green3R3088
8.5 x 11 inchDual Purpose Colors—Pink3R3058
8.5 x 11 inchDual Purpose Colors—Pink, 3-hole3R3074
*5/16-inch drilled holes
** Rainbow pack contains 750 sheets each of blue and yellow, 500 sheets each of green
and pink, and 250 sheets each of buff, gray, goldenrod, and ivor y.
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Table A-2.Stocks list for 4050/4090 printers (continued)
ItemDescriptionPart number
8.5 x 14 inchDual Purpose Colors—Pink 3R3090
8.5 x 11 inchDual Purpose Colors—Yellow3R3054
8.5 x 11 inchDual Purpose Colors—Yellow, 3-hole3R3070
8.5 x 14 inchDual Purpose Colors—Yellow3R3086
8.5 x 11 inchDual Purpose Colors—Buff3R3060
8.5 x 11 inchDual Purpose Colors—Buff, 3-hole3R3076
8.5 x 14 inchDual Purpose Colors—Buff3R3092
8.5 x 11 inchDual Purpose Colors—Goldenrod3R3062
8.5 x 11 inchDual Purpose Colors—Goldenrod, 3-hole3R3078
8.5 x 14 inchDual Purpose Colors—Goldenrod3R3094
8.5 x 11 inchDual Purpose Colors—Ivory3R3064
8.5 x 11 inchDual Purpose Colors—Ivory, 3-hole3R3080
8.5 x 14 inchDual Purpose Colors—Ivory3R3096
8.5 x 11 inchDual Purpose Colors—Gray3R3066
8.5 x 11 inchDual Purpose Colors—Gray, 3-hole3R3802
8.5 x 14 inchDual Purpose Colors—Gray3R3098
8.5 x 11 inch**Dual Purpose Colors, Rainbow Pack—35,000
3R3107
sheets per carton**
8.5 x 11 inches4200 Primary Image 3R5802
8.5 x 14 inches4200 Primary Image 3R5804
8.5 x 11 inches4200 Primary Image, 3-hole3R5803
8.5 x 11 inch10 Series Dual Purpose Paper3R2950
8.5 x 11 inch10 Series Dual Purpose Paper, 3-hole3R2952
8.5 x 11 inch10 Series Dual Purpose Paper, 3-hole*3R3016
8.5 x 14 inch10 Series Dual Purpose Paper3R2954
8.5 x 11 inch10 Series Smooth3R54
8.5 x 14 inch10 Series Smooth3R83
8.5 x 11 inch4024 Dual Purpose, reinforced 3-hole*3R2057
*5/16-inch drilled holes
** Rainbow pack contains 750 sheets each of blue and yellow, 500 sheets each of green
and pink, and 250 sheets each of buff, gray, goldenrod, and ivor y.
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Table A-2.Stocks list for 4050/4090 printers (continued)
ItemDescriptionPart number
TransparenciesXerox transparencies are packaged 100 sheets to a box.
8.5 x 11 inchClear, with a white strip on the edge3R2780
8.5 x 11 inchClear, high speed, with paper backing3R3028
Labels (Gummed)Xerox labels are packaged 100 sheets to a box.
8.5 x 11 inch33 labels per sheet3R3139
8.5 x 11 inch6 labels per sheet 3R3146
8.5 x 11 inchCustom form (uncut)Contact Xerox
Supplies Order
Service
8.5 x 11 inch1-up label3R4476
8.5 x 11 inch1-up label3R4475
8.5 x 11 inch1-up label3R4474
Cover stockXerox cover stock is packaged 2,500 sheets per carton.
8.5" x 11" 65-pound, blue3R3044
8.5" x 11" 65-pound, white3R3041
*5/16-inch drilled holes
** Rainbow pack contains 750 sheets each of blue and yellow, 500 sheets each of green
and pink, and 250 sheets each of buff, gray, goldenrod, and ivor y.
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Complete supplies list—4050/4090 printers
The following table lists the supplies in addition to paper that are
available for your printer. Use this table to help you determine your
supplies needs.
Table A-3.Complete supplies list for 4050/4090
PAPER AND OTHER SUPPLIES
ItemDescription
Developer
material
Packaged one container per carton.
(Needs replacement only if current
Part
number
5R3021/carton
Items/
cartonExpected yield
supply becomes contaminated.)
Diskettes3.5-inch, 1.44 MB, double-sided,
8R768310/box
high density diskettes. Packaged 10
diskettes per box.
Dry ink Dry ink is packaged six bottles per
6R3016/carton270,000 prints/carton
carton. (Consumption rate is
approximately 45,000 pages per bottle.)
Fuser lubricant Packaged two tubes per carton.8R9832/carton240,000 prints/carton
Cartridge tape4mm blank cartridge tape, 5GB
4mm blank cartridge tape, 8GB
Cleaning
supplies
4mm cartridge head cleaning kit
Foam-tipped swabs
Lint-free towels
9R01190
109R00314
9R01189
99P87256
35P2163
Stitcher wirePackaged one reel per box. 8R1174One reel32,000 staples
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Ordering supplies
To avoid unnecessary downtime, always have an adequate amount
of the necessary supplies. To do this, you need to establish a
procedure for checking and ordering supplies. A supplies checklist is
provided at the end of this appendix to help you with this task. It lists
the supplies needed for the printer and contains a column for you to
enter the date when you want to place the order and a column to
record the date of the actual order. The consumable supplies table,
above, contains a list of Xerox supplies available for the printer.
It is important that you check your supplies regularly and order before
you run out. Plan on approximately five working days for delivery
after placing the order. You can make arrangements to receive them
sooner in emergency situations.
Your Xerox sales representative can help you submit the initial order
of supplies needed for installation. These items include paper, dry
ink, fuser lubricant, and developer.
Once your printer volume is established, planning ahead and buying
Xerox supplies in quantity can save you money. Your Xerox supply
specialists can help you. There are two centers available to assist
you:
•To order Xerox paper, transparencies, labels, dry ink, developer,
fuser lubricant, stitcher wire, cartridge tapes, and diskettes, call
the Xerox Supply Center at 1-800-822-2200, weekdays
between 7:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Pacific time.
If you prefer, you may mail orders to the following address:
Xerox Corporation
P. O. Box 25075
Santa Ana, CA 92799-5075
•To order cleaning supplies, call the Xerox Customer Parts and
Product Support Center at 1-800-828-5881, weekdays between
5:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Pacific time, (U.S. only).
You may also mail cleaning supply orders to the following
address:
Xerox Corporation
Parts Marketing Center
Building 214-07S
P. O. Box 1020
Webster, NY 14580
Please provide the following information when placing orders:
•Your customer number (provided by your Xerox sales
representative)
•Your printer model
•Your supply order, including the following information:
—Item name
—Part number
—Quantity desired
—If your company requires a purchase order for payment of
an invoice, you need to provide the purchase order number
to Xerox at the time you place the order.
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The following table is a checklist you can use to keep track of the
supplies you order.
Table A-4.Supplies checklist for 4050/4090 printer
Supplies checklist
Use this checklist to help record the supplies and accessories you need, the date you plan to place the
order, and the actual date of the order.
ItemDescription and part number QuantityDate to orderDate ordered
Paper
Transparencies, labels,
and special stocks
Dry ink
Fuser lubricant
Diskettes
Stitcher wire
Cartridge tapes
Cleaning supplies
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Index
Numerics
240 dpi resolution, 1-6
300 dpi resolution, 1-6
A
access control, 1-13
Advanced Function Image and Graphics (AFIG), 1-1
AFP environment, 1-4
audible tones, 4-9
B
BCOCA (Bar code Object Content Architecture), 1-4
BIN command, 1-9
bus and tag cable input, 2-5
bus and tag cables, 1-3
bypass connectors, 2-5