Using Manuals: DP-CL21 is the PCL model of the printer. The printer can be used as PCL / PostScript model by purchasing They are distinguished as follows the Upgrade Kit. • DP-CL21P: PCL model • DP-CL21M: PCL / PostScript model This manual describes basic setup procedures for the Panasonic DP-CL21 Color Laser Printer and necessary precautions for safety and use.
: Continuous Ozone Release Warning Make sure that the printer is installed in a well ventilated room so as not to increase density of ozone in the air. Since ozone is heavier than air, it is recommended that air at floor level be ventilated.
Do not use a line conditioner, transient suppressor or surge protector as it may cause a machine error. ■ Ventilation Space The ventilation space is needed more than 20 mm (0.8") between the printer and a wall. • Direct exposure to sunlight.
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Also, any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user's authority to operate this device. FCC Declaration of Conformity Trade Name : Panasonic Model Number : DP-CL21 Responsible Party:Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, NJ 07094 U.S.A.
Media tray / Multi-purpose tray Rear View Parallel interface connector Power switch Toner door Output tray Paper support Printer panel Front door release Right side door Rear cover Network interface connector USB interface connector Optional paper feeder cable cover AC inlet...
Decreases the numerical value of the selection by 1. Hold down this button to scroll faster. While the printer prints, pressing this button will allow you to stop printing or processing the current job. Displays the next menu or item.
Before You Start Indicators Three indicators show the following printer's status. Indicators Printer Status • Printer is warming up. POWER READY ERROR • Printer is ready for printing. POWER READY ERROR • Printer is receiving data, printing or data remains in the POWER memory.
They have been specifically designed to protect the equipment during shipment. Toner cartridges (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black) Printer includes free starter toner cartridges that yield 2,500 pages (based on 5% page coverage per color). Color print cartridge Black print cartridge 110 mm (4.4")
Distributed by Panasonic Digital Document Company A Unit of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America Secaucus, NJ 07094 Supplies Use of supplies other than genuine Panasonic supplies can damage the printer. This will void the warranty of the printer. Model Description...
Setup Setting up the Printer Installing the Toner Cartridges Open the toner door and remove the sealing tapes. Open the plastic bags and take out the toner cartridges. Shake the toner cartridges several times. Insert the toner cartridges in the appropriately labeled slots.
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Setup Holding the color print cartridge with the protective tray, match the arrow marks ( ) then insert the color print cartridge halfway into the printer. Protective tray Firmly push the color print cartridge until it snaps into place. • Store the protective tray for repacking in future.
10Base-T. Excessive current flow may cause damage of the unit. (C) Network interface Computer (B) USB interface Connect the interface cable to the printer. Connect the other end of the interface cable to the computer. Connect the power cord to the printer. Power cord (A) Parallel interface...
NOTE: • When the tray cover is opened or the multi-purpose tray is used, you cannot pull the media tray out of the printer. Be sure to push the multi-purpose tray and close the tray cover before you pull the media tray out of the printer or open the front door.
DP-CL21M Software (For Windows) Fill media up to here. There are two methods of installing printer software for Windows, Automated Printer Setup and Custom Printer Setup. This Setup Guide only explains the Automated Printer Setup. If you want to use the Custom Printer Setup, refer to Network section of the Operating Instructions.
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Step 2: Setting up TCP/IP on the printer You need to set the IP Address, Subnet Mask and Default Gateway for the printer. It can be set by using one of the following three methods. • Using the DHCP server •...
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Quit all applications. Insert the printer CD-ROM disk into the CD-ROM drive. Exit the Panasonic Setup window to setup the USB port first. Turn the printer on (see “Power On” on page 28). The Wizard window appears. Go to the following step depending on the operating system.
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Setup (For Windows 98) (1) Click [Next>]. (2) Click on the Search for the best driver for your device [Recommended] check button and click [Next>]. (3) Click on the Specify a location check box, then click [Browse...]. (4) Select Win98 folder [D (CD-ROM drive letter):\Usb\Win98], then click [OK].
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Setup (For Windows 2000) (1) Click [Next>]. (2) Click on the Search for a suitable driver for my device(recommended) check button and click [Next>]. (3) Confirm the Specify a location is checked and click [Next>]. (4) Click [Browse...] and select PCL folder [D (CD-ROM drive letter):\Win2000\ENGLISH\PCL] or PS folder [D (CD-ROM drive letter):\Win2000\ENGLISH\PS].
To install utilities software, double click My computer icon, then double click the drive (example D:) for CD- ROM. The Panasonic Setup window is displayed. Click Automated Printer Setup. The Select URL Installation window is displayed. Click on the Enter URL during installation check button and click [Next >].
Follow the instruction on the screen to complete the installation. NOTE: • For best results any job sent to the printer should be sent using the Adobe driver and the DP-CL21M PPD. Provide the installer to all users who send jobs.
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Step 2: Setting up TCP/IP on the printer You need to set the IP Address, Subnet Mask and Default Gateway for the printer. It can be set by using one of the following three methods. • Using the DHCP server •...
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Close the Chooser. For Mac OS X 10.1 - Mac OS X 10.2 Before you can use a printer, you must add it in the Print Center. If you want to select the DP-CL21M in the Print Center, be sure the printer is connected to the network and turned it on in advance (see “Power On”...
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For Mac OS X 10.1 Step 1: Setting the PostScript printer driver Before you can use a printer, you must add it in the Print Center. If you want to select the DP-CL21M in the Print Center, be sure you connect the printer and your Macintosh using a USB interface cable and turn the printer on (see “Power On”...
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Click Name & Location and select PPD or Printer Model. Click Generic PostScript Printer and select Panasonic. Click Panasonic DP-CL21M from the Model Name list, and click [Apply Changes]. Close the Print Center. Step 2: Setting the DP-CL21M to the Default Printer Open the Print Center and click DP-CL21M.
Click O/I Manual. ■ Reading the Operating Instructions from the Start menu Click Start, move the pointer to Programs, Panasonic, Panasonic DP-CL21P or Panasonic DP-CL21M, and Manual. Click Operating Instructions. For Macintosh The following files are included on the DP-CL21M CD- ROM: Setup.pdf...
POWER indicator will start blinking and “Power Save” will be displayed on the printer LCD panel. • When you turn on the printer for the first time, it will take about 5 minutes to fill the printer with toner. When the process is completed, the printer's LCD will display “Ready”.
LCD display. Printing a Test Page from the Printer Panel It is possible to confirm the printer's settings by printing a configuration page. Press MENU/EXIT (PAUSE) button to enter the Menu mode.
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Proceed to “Adjusting the Density for All Colors Simultaneously” or “Adjusting the Density for Each Color Independently”. Adjusting the Density for All Colors Simultaneously Press MENU/EXIT (PAUSE) button on the printer panel. Press menu is displayed. Press ENTER button. Calibration Offset item menu appears.
Setup Adjusting the Density for Each Color Independently Press MENU/EXIT (PAUSE) button on the printer panel. Press (CONTINUE) button until Color Calibration menu is displayed. Press ENTER button. Calibration Offset item menu appears. Press (CONTINUE) button. CYAN item menu appears.
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Panasonic Digital Document Company A Unit of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America Two Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Sales Company (PSC) Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Ave. 65 de Infateria, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.