Minolta 0990-7701-02 - Manual

iv WARNING LABEL Safety Information USER INSTRUCTIONS (FOR Canadian Users) INTERFERENCE-CAUSING EQUIPMENT STANDARD (ICES-003 ISSUE 2) WARNING (Note: Color PageWorks printer without Minolta Network option installed.) This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-C...

v Highlight 1. High quality printing • Clear text and excellent graphics with true 600 dpi. • Excellent graphics (106 lpi, 122gray levels) • Super Fine Micro Toning (Fine-MT) developing system. • 8 µ m small particle toner. • Color matching technology. - Apple ColorSync (is available only when the o...

vi Using This Manual Organization This manual consists of 6 chapters. Chapters 1 and 2 give the basic information about the printer, chapter 3 introduces the menu utilities of the printer operation, chapter 4 through 6 cover maintenance of the printer and some troubleshooting tips. Please read chapt...

vii Page Layout Operational Heading Before operation: Gives an overview of the function/ operation covered herein. Page Number: Used to locate your page. Note: Calls your attention to a particular point in the procedure. Step No.: Sequential number to follow in performing the procedure. Index: Used ...

viii CONTENTS Energy Star InformationIntroduction iSafety Information iiHighlight vUsing This Manual viContents viii Chapter 1 Installation 1 1. Preparation for Installation 2 Installation Site/ Power Source/ Grounding 2Space Requirements 3 2. Precautions for Use 4 Operating Environment/ Using the P...

ix 7701 CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 CHAPTER 2 CHAPTER 3 CHAPTER 4 CHAPTER 5 Chapter 3 Changing the Printer Settings 45 1. List of MENU Utilities 36 2. Setting the MENU Utilities 383. Outline of the MENU Utilities 40 ⋅ RESET MENU/ TEST PRINT MENU 40 ⋅ PRINT MENU 41 ⋅ CONFIG MENU 42 ⋅ IMAGE MENU/ MEMORY MENU 4...

1 CHAPTER 1 In stallation This chapter covers site preparation, precautions for use, and set-up procedure. 1. Preparation for Installation 2 Installation Site 2Power Source 2Grounding 2Space Requirements 3 2. Precautions for Use 4 Operating Environment 4Using the Printer Properly 4Care of Printer Su...

2 CHAPTER 1 Ins tal lat ion - Use an outlet with the specified voltage capacity only. *NEVER connect the grounding wire to a gas pipe, the grounding wire for a telephone, or a water pipe. - Power source: voltage fluctuation within +10% to -10% - Frequency fluctuation: within +3Hz to -3Hz NOTES - Use...

4 CHAPTER 1 Ins tal lat ion Operating Environment The operating environmental requirements of the printer are as follows. - Temperature: 10 ° C (50 ° F) to 35 ° C (86 ° F) with a fluctuation of 10 ° C (50 ° F) per hour. - Humidity: 15% to 85% RH with a fluctuation of 20% per hour. * The environmenta...

6 CHAPTER 1 Ins tal lat ion 3. Setting-Up - The following four different procedures must be performed to set up the printer. Perform them step by step. 1. Hardware Setting-Up (Printer and 250-Sheet Third Cassette Unit) ☞ Unpacking/ Setting-Up Instructions* 1 2. Checking Print Operation ☞ p. 6 3. Con...

7 CHAPTER 1 In stallation 5 6 - Press the Menu key on the control panel twice. - Check that “TEST PRINT MENU” appears on the Message Display. TEST PRINT MENU 7 - Press the Item key on the control panel once. - Check that “PRINT CONFIG” appears on the Message Display. 8 - Press the Enter key on the c...

8 CHAPTER 1 Ins tal lat ion 3. Setting-Up Connecting Printer to Host Computer PRECAUTION - This printer is equipped with the following two types of interface connectors for connection to the host computer. Select the correct interface to suit the host computer to be used. Parallel interface - Connec...

14 CHAPTER 1 Ins tal lat ion 3. Setting-Up Network Board (Option) Setting-Up 2 - Do not make connections both to 10BASE-T and 10BASE-2 at the same time, because it will deactivate the automatic detection function of the connector connected, disabling communications. - Before opening the optional pac...

17 In stallation CHAPTER 2 U sing the Pr inte r This chapter gives basic information on the different parts of the printer and shows you how to use the printer. 1. Printer Parts and Accessories 18 ⋅ Printer 18 ⋅ Accessories 19 ⋅ Control Panel keys 20 ⋅ Operation and Warning Labels 22 2. Turning ON a...

18 Œ CHAPTER 2 Usin g th e P rin te r 1. Printer Parts and Accessories Power Switch Use to turn the printer ON and OFF ☞ p. 23 Print Tray The printed paper is fed out face down onto this tray. The tray can hold 250 sheets of printed paper. ☞ p. 34 Front Cover Lock Release Lever Pull down to unlock t...

19 In stallation CHAPTER 2 U sing the Pr inte r 1. Printer Parts and Accessories - Used to collect and contain waste toner.- Replace this Bottle with a new one when it is filled with waste toner. - Put the old bottle in a polyethylene bag or the like and dispose of it according to yourlocal regulati...

20 ΠCHAPTER 2 Usin g th e P rin te r 1. Printer Parts and Accessories CONTROL PANEL KEYS - Shows the message telling the current status of the printer. - Shows the setting made for the various functions. Message Display Data Indicator - Message Indicator Flashing When the printer is asking the user...

22 Œ CHAPTER 2 Usin g th e P rin te r OPERATION AND WARNING LABELS Installing the Toner Cartridge - Describes how to replace the Toner Cartridge when it runs out of toner. For details of operation, refer to “Changing the Toner Cartridge” on page 48. Changing the Waste bottle, Drum Cartridge and Oili...

23 In stallation CHAPTER 2 U sing the Pr inte r NOTE - If no print commands are sent from the host computer to the printer for 15 min., the printer automatically enters standby in the Power save mode . - You can set the time it takes to enter the Power save mode , or turn the mode OFF (no power save...

24 Œ CHAPTER 2 Usin g th e P rin te r PaperFeedingPort A4 210 ✕ 297 mm 8-1/4” ✕ 11-3/4” JIS B5 182 ✕ 257 mm 7-1/4”510” A5 148 ✕ 210 mm 5-3/4” ✕ 8-1/4” Legal * 8-1/2”514” 216 ✕ 356mm Letter 8-1/2”511” 216 ✕ 279mm Executive 7-1/4” ✕ 10-1/2” 184 ✕ 267mm Invoice 5-1/2” ✕ 8-1/2” 140 ✕ 216mm Tray 1 Tray 2...

25 In stallation CHAPTER 2 U sing the Pr inte r Print Area Use the following precautions when handling the paper. - Avoid storing the supplies at any of the following places: A place subject to direct sunlight. A hot place with an open flame.A humid place.A dusty place. - Store paper, which has been...

26 Œ CHAPTER 2 Usin g th e P rin te r 4. Loading the Printing Paper Loading Plain Paper / Recycled Paper TRAY 1 (Multi Purpose Tray ) 1 2 3 5 NOTE - The paper should be loaded no higher than the Max. Level Indicator. 2 PRECAUTIONS ⋅ Do not use the following paper. To do so will lead to reduced print...

27 In stallation CHAPTER 2 U sing the Pr inte r NOTE 4. Loading the Printing Paper TRAY 2 (Second Cassette) / TRAY 3 (Third Cassette: option) 2 4 5 3 1 6 - Press down the Paper Lifting Plate until it locks. -Pressing the Guide Lock Lever, adjust the Paper Guides to fit the size of the Paper. - Set t...

29 In stallation CHAPTER 2 U sing the Pr inte r - Adjust the Paper Guides to fit the size of the OHP or Label sheets. - To load a paper stack of long size, open the Paper Support. - Load the standard OHP or Label sheet stack on the tray facing up. Face up Paper Support 4. Loading the Printing Paper ...

30 ΠCHAPTER 2 Usin g th e P rin te r 2 4 5 3 - When loading Letter-size OHP, the Trailing Edge Guide is not used. Return it to the Guide space in theCassette. NOTE 1 - Slide out the TRAY 2 (second Cassette) or TRAY 3 (Third Cassette). 2 Guide space - Press down the Paper Lifting Plate until it lock...

32 ΠCHAPTER 2 Usin g th e P rin te r Loading Special Paper ( Letterhead/ Envelopes/ Postcard/ Thick Paper) Π1 2 - Open the TRAY 1 (Multi Purpose Tray). Open the wrapper of the paper. - Adjust the Paper Guides to fit the size of the Paper.- To load a paper stack of long size, open the Paper Support...

35 CHAPTE R 3 Chan gin g t h e Prin te r Set tin gs This chapter covers using the MENU Utilities provided by the printer. 1. List of MENU Utilities 36 2. Setting the MENU Utilities 383. Outline of the MENU Utilities 40 ⋅ RESET MENU 40 - JOB & MEMORY/ MENU RESET ⋅ TEST PRINT MENU 40 - PRINT CONFI...

36 ΠCHAPTER 3 Ch an gin g th e Pr in te r Se ttin g s 1. List of MENU Utilities MENU ITEM SETTING 1. RESET MENU 1. JOB & MEMORY ENTER to reset. 2. MENU RESET ENTER to reset. 2. TEST PRINT MENU 1. PRINT CONFIG ENTER to print. 2. PCL FONT LIST ENTER to print. 3. PS FONT LIST *1 ENTER to print. 4....

38 ΠCHAPTER 3 Ch an gin g th e Pr in te r Se ttin g s 2 3 1 4 - Make sure that "READY" is shown on the Message Display and the On Line Indicator is lit. 2 - Press the On Line key on the control panel. - Check that "OFF LINE" appears on the Message Display. - Make sure that the On Li...

40 ΠCHAPTER 3 Ch an gin g th e Pr in te r Se ttin g s RESET MENU is a group that provides the JOB & MEMORY and MENU RESET . The user may reset the parameters of the printer. 1. JOB & MEMORY JOB & MEMORY will reset the printer when the Enter key is pressed, clearing all stored page data ...

47 Main tainin g Y o ur Prin ter CHAPTER 4 This chapter covers the procedures to be used for adding and changing supplies and maintaining your printer. 1. Changing Cartridges 48 ⋅ Changing the Toner Cartridge 48 Auto Mode 48 Manual Mode 52 ⋅ Changing the Drum Cartridge, Waste Bottle and Oiling Rolle...

48 Œ M a in tai n in g Y o u r Pr in te r CHAPTER 4 1. Changing Cartridges Œ ⋅ There are four Color Toner Cartridges: Black, Yellow, Magenta and Cyan. When any of the Color Toner Cartridges run out of toner, change it for a new one. ⋅ When any Color Toner Cartridge runs short of toner, “ TONER LOW” ...

56 Œ M a in tai n in g Y o u r Pr in te r CHAPTER 4 Changing the Drum Cartridge, Waste Bottle and 2 - Hold the grip and pull out the Drum Cartridge. ⋅ The Drum Cartridge provides A4/letter-size prints of up to about 20,000 images. One image is equal to one cycle of Drum Cartridge operation. The Drum...

62 ΠM a in tai n in g Y o u r Pr in te r CHAPTER 4 Changing the Fusing Unit and Image Transfer Roller Unit - Lift the Image Transfer Roller Unit to the position shown. 4 2 NOTE 2 5 - Do not touch the surface of the Image Transfer Roller. It may lead to reduced print quality. 1 3 - Insert both shaft...

66 Œ M a in tai n in g Y o u r Pr in te r CHAPTER 4 Changing the Image Transfer Belt Unit. ⋅ The Image Transfer Belt Unit provides A4/letter-size prints of up to about 150,000 images. One image is equal to one cycle of Image Transfer Belt Unit operation. The Image Transfer Belt Unit operates once (o...

70 ΠM a in tai n in g Y o u r Pr in te r CHAPTER 4 2. Cleaning the Printer Π1 - Grasp and pull down the Front Cover Lock Release Lever to swing open the Front Cover 1 - Using a soft cloth dampened with mild dishwashing detergent, wipe the outside of the printer clean of dirt. 4 3 Dust, dirt, and p...

73 T roubl e sh ooting CHAPTER 5 This chapter gives you some troubleshooting tips together with the recommended corrective procedures to follow. 1. How to Troubleshoot 74 2. A Problem Exists in the preparation stage and during a Print Cycle 75 − A Problem Exists in the Preparation Stage 75 − A Probl...

74 ΠT rou blesh oot in g CHA P T ER 5 1. How to Troubleshoot When your printer does not operate as you expect it to or when you are not sure about what you should do in mid-operation, make the following checks before calling your Technical Representative. A simple troubleshooting procedure may solv...

75 T roubl e sh ooting CHAPTER 5 Symptom Cause Action The printer power is not turned ON. The power cord is unplugged or loose. Plug the power cord into the printer and outlet. The power outlet may be faulty. Plug another electrical appliance into the outlet to see if it works properly. The LCD show...

76 ΠT rou blesh oot in g CHA P T ER 5 LCD Message Description Action WARMING UP The Printer is warming up. Wait for a short while. OFF LINE Printer cannot receive data from Host computer. Press the On Line key to set the printer into the On Line state. PROCESSING - Receiving data from the host comp...

80 ΠT rou blesh oot in g CHA P T ER 5 ATTENTION The Fusing Unit inside the Rear Cover can become very hot during operation. Do not touch the area as it may cause a burn. When a paper misfeed occurs in the printer, remove the paper according to the following procedure. CHAPTER 2 1 2 NOTE - The Fusin...

84 ΠT rou blesh oot in g CHA P T ER 5 3. Print Results are Faulty Symptom Cause Action Light image The print density setting on the host computer is not proper. Change the print density setting on the host com-puter to the print density required. The paper loaded in the tray is damp. Replace the ol...

87 A p pe nd ices CHAPT E R 6 Chapter 6 Appendices 1. Quick Reference Guide of MENU 882. List of MENU Utilities 903. Specifications of Printer 924. Specifications of 250-sheet Third Cassette Unit 955. Index 96 87 A p pe nd ices CHAPT E R 6

88 ΠA p pe nd ice s CHAPTE R 6 1. Quick Reference Guide of MENU TEST PRINT MENU PRINT CON-FIG PCL FONT LIST PS FONT LIST *1 PCL DEMO PAGE PS DEMO PAGE *1 PRINT MENU COPIES TRAY1 PAPER MANUAL FEED TRAY SWITCHING PAPER SOURCE PAPER SIZE TRAY1 MEDIA TRAY2 MEDIA TRAY3 MEDIA *2 ORIENTA-TION FORM LENGTH ...

90 ΠA p pe nd ice s CHAPTE R 6 2. List of MENU Utilities MENU ITEM SETTING 1. RESET MENU 1. JOB & MEMORY ENTER to reset. 2. MENU RESET ENTER to reset. 2. TEST PRINT MENU 1. PRINT CONFIG ENTER to print. 2. PCL FONT LIST ENTER to print. 3. PS FONT LIST *1 ENTER to print. 4. PCL DEMO PAGE ENTER to...

92 ΠA p pe nd ice s CHAPTE R 6 Type : Desktop Full Color Laser Beam Printer Printing system : Electrostatic dry powdered imaging system Exposure system : Laser Diode and Polygon Mirror scanning Print density : 600 dpi (dot/ inch) Paper Feeding system : 2-way system (TRAY 1: Multi Purpose Tray, TRAY...

95 A p pe nd ices CHAPT E R 6 Paper Feeding system : 1-way system Paper Types : Plain Paper, Recycled Paper 60-90 g/m 2 (16 to 24 lbs.), OHP sheet Paper size : A4, Letter 8-1/2” × 11”, Legal 8-1/2” × 14” *All paper sizes are Lengthwise only. Paper Capacity : Plain Paper and Recycled Paper, 250 sheet...

96 ΠA p pe nd ice s CHAPTE R 6 Index A B C D E F Adobe PostScript ROM SIMM 12, 40, 45 Adobe PostScript ROM SIMM Setting-Up 12 A Problem Exists in the preparation Stage 75 A Problem Occurs When You Attempt to Start a Print Cycle 75 Auto continue (config menu) 42 Auto mode (changing the Toner cartrid...

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