Samsung 6050 User Manual
Samsung 6050 User Manual

Samsung 6050 User Manual

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  • Page 1: Laser Printer

    Laser Printer User’s Guide Q Q w w i i k k L L a a s s e e r r 6 6 0 0 5 5 0 0...
  • Page 2 Copyright This manual is provided for information purposes only. All information included herein is subject to change without notice. Samsung Electronics is not responsible for any damages, direct or indirect, arising from or related to use of this manual. © 1998 Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. All rights reserved.
  • Page 3 Notice FCC Regulations This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
  • Page 4 Compliance was demonstrated to the following specifications as listed in the official journal of the European Communities: EN 50081-Emissions: EN 50082-Immunity: EN 60950-Safety QwikLaser 6050 Laser printer EN 55022 Radiated, Class B EN 55022 Conducted, Class B EN 61000-3-2 Power Harmonics EN 61000-3-3 Voltage Fluctuations and Flicker...
  • Page 5 Laser Safety Statement The printer is certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements of DHHS 21 CFR, chapter 1 Subchapter J for Class I(1) laser products, and elsewhere is certified as a Class I laser product conforming to the requirements of IEC 825. Class I laser products are not considered to be hazardous.
  • Page 6 Safety Information PRODUCT SAFETY USA & CANADA UL 1950 Third Edition (C-UL LISTING) EEC(Europe) EN 60950 (T IEC 60950 LASER SAFETY EEC(Europe) EN 60825 21 CFR, Chapter 1, Subchapter J (CDRH Certified) Power Saver This printer contains advanced energy conservation technology that reduces power consumption when it is not in active use.
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Introduction Unpacking the Printer ______________________________ 1-2 Control Locations and Functions ____________________ 1-2 Front View _______________________________________ 1-2 Inside ___________________________________________ 1-3 Rear View ________________________________________ 1-3 Using the Operator Panel ___________________________ 1-4 Indicator Light Status ______________________________ 1-4 Operator Panel Button Usage _______________________ 1-6 Setting Up Your Printer Selecting a Location ________________________________ 2-2...
  • Page 8 Operating Your Printer Chapter 4 Selecting Your Printer ______________________________ 4-2 Printing a Document _______________________________ 4-3 Printer Settings ____________________________________ 4-4 Using HELP ______________________________________ 4-7 Changing Printer Settings for All Documents _________ 4-8 Font Navigator ____________________________________ 4-9 How to use “Disk Image Utility” ____________________ 4-9 Remote Control Panel for Windows/Dos _____________ 4-10 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Chapter 5...
  • Page 9: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Chapter 1 Introduction...
  • Page 10: Unpacking The Printer

    Unpacking the Printer Make sure that you have the items listed below: • Toner cartridge • Power cord • Centronics-compatible parallel cable (IEEE 1284-compliant) • Setup CD-ROM • This manual • Diskette (Only in U.S.A.) Notes: • If you need help during setup, or if any items are missing or damaged, notify your dealer immediately.
  • Page 11: Inside

    Inside Rear View Rear Cover Tab Pull it out to open the rear output tray. Rear Output Tray Holds printed paper, face up. Printer Cable Connector Printer Cover Toner Cartridge Printer Cover Release Button To open the printer cover, press this button. Power Switch Power Cord Connector Introduction 1-3...
  • Page 12: Using The Operator Panel

    Using the Operator Panel The operator panel has 4 indicator lights and 1 button. Indicator Light Status The indicator lights shows the current status including error condition. 1-4 Introduction ERREUR On line MANUEL If the READY light is on steadily, the printer is ready to PAPIER print.
  • Page 13 ERROR Paper jam MANUAL If the ERROR and the PAPER light both are steadily on, there is paper jammed in PAPER the printer. See ‘Clearing Paper Jams’ on page 5-2. READY ERROR Manual feed mode MANUAL If the MANUAL and the READY light both are steadily on, PAPER the printer is in manual feed mode.
  • Page 14: Operator Panel Button Usage

    Operator Panel Button Usage The operator button is located in the operator panel. It can be used to accomplish the following functions: Function Briefly press the button. Each time you press the button, the printer goes On line and to on-line or off-line status. The READY light goes on and off according to Off line the line status.
  • Page 15: Setting Up Your Printer

    Chapter 2 Setting Up Your Printer...
  • Page 16: Selecting A Location

    Selecting a Location Place your printer on a flat, stable surface near your workstation. Leave enough space around the printer, so that you can easily: • open the printer cover • open the rear cover to remove jammed paper, or retrieve the paper when you use the rear output path •...
  • Page 17: Installing The Toner Cartridge

    Installing the Toner Cartridge 1. Open the printer cover by pressing the cover release button. 2. Raise the printer cover. 3. Unpack the toner cartridge, and carefully remove the sealing tape. Setting Up Your Printer 2-3...
  • Page 18 4. Gently shake the cartridge from side to side 5 or 6 times to distribute the toner evenly inside the cartridge. 5. Find the cartridge slots inside the printer, one on each side. 6. Grasp the handle and slide the cartridge down between the cartridge slots, until it drops into place.
  • Page 19: Connecting Your Printer To The Computer

    7. Close the printer cover. Make sure that the cover is securely closed. Connecting Your Printer to the Computer Your printer has parallel interface port, which allows you to use it with IBM PC and compatible computers. To connect the printer to the computer, follow the steps below: 1.
  • Page 20: Attaching The Power Cord

    Attaching the Power Cord 1. Plug one end of the power cord into the connector on the printer. 2. Plug the other end into a properly grounded AC outlet. 3. Turn the printer on. 2-6 Setting Up Your Printer...
  • Page 21 4. As the printer powers up, all operator panel lights turn on briefly. When only the READY light is steadily on, press and hold the operator panel button until all lights are blinking (approximately four seconds), then release the button. A test page should print out. If this does not happen, re-check the installation.
  • Page 22: Installing Printer Driver

    2-8 Setting Up Your Printer Windows NT 4.0 the printer driver. If you click on the “Smart Monitor” in Samsung ML&QwikLaser 6050 folder, you can monitor the printer’s status via the Smart Monitor. You cannot monitor the status of the printer which is connected to a network.
  • Page 23: Installation Procedure

    Installation Procedure Before you start, make sure that your computer meets or exceeds the system requirements for the driver and application program you want to install. In Windows 95/98/NT 4.0 1. Insert the CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. 2. Type in the user name and company. Then click on the Next button.
  • Page 24 IN CASE OF PLUG AND PLAY For Windows 95 1. Make sure the printer is plugged and connected to your computer. 2. Turn on the printer and start Windows on your computer. 3. Windows recognizes the printer, and ‘New Hardware Found’ dialog box is displayed.
  • Page 25: With Windows 3.1X

    To uninstall the driver, proceed as follows: From the Start menu, select Programs, Samsung ML&QwikLaser 6050, then Samsung 6050 Uninstaller. Tips on Network Printing Using Your Printer on NT TCPIP Network You can use your printer on NT TCPIP network.
  • Page 26 MEMO 2-12 Setting Up Your Printer...
  • Page 27: Paper Handling

    Chapter 3 Paper Handling...
  • Page 28: Loading A Stack Of Paper

    Loading a Stack of Paper You can load approximately 250 sheets of paper in the paper cassette. If you purchase an optional cassette and attach it below the standard paper cassette (see ‘Second Cassette’ on page 6-8), you can also load paper in the optional cassette.
  • Page 29 3. Push down the metal plate to load paper. 4. Fan the paper and load the paper in the cassette with the print side facing down. The print side is usually indicated on the paper package. If you are using a preprinted stock, such as letterhead, place the printed design side face down with the top edge of the page toward the front of the cassette.
  • Page 30 5. Make sure that the stack goes under the metal retaining clip and the plastic tabs on the end guides. Paper overloading may cause paper jams. 6. Make sure that the stack of paper does not exceed the line indicated by 7.
  • Page 31: How To Adjust Paper Guides

    How To Adjust Paper Guides LENGTH GUIDES There are two main guides and one auxiliary guides for adjusting paper length. Please refer to the diagram below. One of main guides is for legal, A4, or folio size. The other is for letter (LTR), executive (EXEC), or B5 size paper.
  • Page 32 When you load letter, executive, or B5 size paper, it is recommended that you use the auxiliary guide with the main guide before loading paper. To adjust the auxiliary guide, remove the guide it to the appropriate position WIDTH GUIDE Squeeze the guide as shown and slide the guide to the left until it lightly rests against the edge of the paper stack.
  • Page 33: Manually Feeding Paper

    Manually Feeding Paper When you print on envelopes, heavier weight papers, transparencies, index cards, or paper labels, you must manually feed them one at a time through the manual feed slot. The manual feed slot is located on the top of the paper cassette. Manual Feed Slot 1.
  • Page 34 The paper cassette tray drops down and fits into place. 3. Load the desired print material in the manual slot with the left edge to the far left of the slot. You must feed one at a time. • If you use letterhead paper, load the letterhead paper with the design facing up.
  • Page 35 Note: Never use envelopes with clasps, snaps, windows, coated linings, or self-stick adhesives. These envelopes may severely damage the printer. 4. Gently insert the print material until the printer starts to pick it, then let it go. The MANUAL light comes on. 5.
  • Page 36: Using Rear Output Tray

    Using Rear Output Tray If you open the rear output tray, the printed paper is placed on the tray with the printed side facing up. If you experience paper jams, especially when you load paper, envelopes, or other special media manually, use the rear output tray.
  • Page 37: Selecting Paper Types And Feed Source

    Selecting Paper Types and Feed Source One of the most important things you can do to assure the best possible print quality from your printer is to select the correct paper. Your printer produces letter quality output on most plain bond papers, including cotton bond and photocopying papers;...
  • Page 38: Paper Guidelines

    Paper Guidelines When selecting or loading paper, envelopes, or other special media, keep these guidelines in mind: • Attempting to print on damp, curled, wrinkled, or torn paper can cause paper jams and poor print quality. • Use cut-sheet paper only. You cannot use multipart paper. •...
  • Page 39: Operating Your Printer

    Chapter 4 Operating Your Printer...
  • Page 40: Selecting Your Printer

    Selecting Your Printer To use all of the features of your Samsung QwikLaser 6050 printer, make sure it is selected as the default printer. When you install the printer driver, Samsung QwikLaser 6050 is automatically set as the default printer. If you use more than one printer, select QwikLaser 6050 as the default printer as follows: Windows 95/98/NT 4.0...
  • Page 41: Printing A Document

    Printing a Document This procedure describes the general steps required for printing from various Windows applications. The exact steps for printing a document may vary depending on the application program you are using. Refer to your software application’s documentation for the exact printing procedure.
  • Page 42: Printer Settings

    Note: Most Windows applications will override settings you specify in the printer driver. Change all print settings available in the software application first, and any remaining settings with the printer driver. Samsung 6050 PCL5e driver’s Printer Setup dialog box includes 4 tabs. Setup Using this tab, you can change the number of copies, resolution, page orientation, paper size, and paper source.
  • Page 43 Using this tab, you can control the following printer features: Auto Continue It determines the action to be taken when a manual feed print job is sent to the printer and there is no paper in the manual feeder. If Auto Continue option is set to ON, the printer picks up the paper from the paper cassette after 10 seconds.
  • Page 44 Samsung 6050 PCLXL driver’s Properties dialog box includes 9 tabs. Paper Using this tab, you can change the paper orientation and size, and source. Source setting identifies the default paper source. Option Cassette source is available if the optional cassette is installed.
  • Page 45: Using Help

    Finishing Using this tab, you can select job finishing mode, e.g., Multiple pages per side and Fit to page. Printer Using this tab, you can change the printer resolution, memory setting, and print to file format. Overlays This tab displays a list of currently loaded overlays and the options to load an overlay or create a new overlay.
  • Page 46: Changing Printer Settings For All Documents

    Changing Printer Settings for All Documents Changing the printer settings from your program will change them for one document. If you want to make the change for all documents you print on this printer, do as follows: In Windows 3.1x 1.
  • Page 47: Font Navigator

    Font Navigator Font Navigator is a font manager for Windows 95/98, Windows NT 4.0, and Windows 3.1x. It gives a quick and easy way to find fonts, install fonts, and print font samples. To access the Font Navigator, select Programs from the Start menu, and select Font Navigator.
  • Page 48: Remote Control Panel For Windows/Dos

    Remote Control Panel for Windows/Dos The Remote Control Panel dialog box includes six tabs. PRINTER Power Save Determines the length of time the printer waits after a job is printed before it goes to a reduced power state. If the printer is used constantly, select OFF which keeps the printer ready to print with the minimum warm-up time.
  • Page 49 Orientation Determines how the printing is oriented on the page. FONT SETUP Typeface Allows you to select the desired typeface. This setting is ignored when the software application specifies a font. Symbol Set Determines the symbol set. A symbol set is a set of alphabetic and numeric characters, punctuation, and special symbols used when printing with a selected font.
  • Page 50 SMET SMET (Samsung Memory Enhancement Technology) mode makes the printer process more data by optimizing the memory. With this mode set to ON, the complex data can be processed. Note: SMET Mode item is available in PCLXL driver only. TEST Configuration Sheet This prints detailed information on the printer.
  • Page 51: Troubleshooting And Maintenance

    Chapter 5 Troubleshooting and Maintenance...
  • Page 52: Clearing Paper Jams

    Clearing Paper Jams By carefully selecting paper types and loading them properly, you should be able to avoid most paper jams. If paper jams occur, an error message appears on the Status Monitor which pops up automatically each time you use the printer. The PAPER and the ERROR indicator light both come on steadily on the operator panel.
  • Page 53 3. Loosen the paper if it is caught in the feed rollers. Then pull the paper gently out. 4. Close the rear cover. 5. To resume printing, open the printer cover, then close the cover back. Troubleshooting and Maintenance 5-3...
  • Page 54: Paper Jam In Input Area

    Paper Jam in Input Area 1. Pull the paper cassette half way out of the printer. 2. If you see the paper jammed, pull the paper back out of the printer toward you. 3. Slide the cassette back into the printer. Note: If a short piece is visible and you cannot grasp it, or if you do not 4.
  • Page 55: Paper Jam Inside Printer

    Paper Jam Inside Printer 1. Open the printer cover by pressing the cover release button, and raise the cover. 2. Remove the print cartridge. 3. Gently pull the paper toward you. 4. Check that there is no other paper in the printer. 5.
  • Page 56: Paper Jam In Optional Paper Cassette

    Paper Jam in Optional Paper Cassette 1. Pull the upper paper cassette half way out of the printer. 2. If you see that the paper is jammed, pull the paper out. 3. Slide the upper cassette back into the printer. Note: If a short piece is visible and you cannot grasp it, or if you do not 5-6 Troubleshooting and Maintenance see the paper, the jam has occurred inside the optional paper...
  • Page 57 4. Pull the lower paper cassette out of the printer. 5. If you see that the paper is jammed, pull the paper out. 6. Slide the cassettes back into the printer. 7. After clearing the jam, if the printer does not resume printing, open the printer cover, then close it back.
  • Page 58: Tips For Avoiding Paper Jams

    Tips for Avoiding Paper Jams By carefully selecting print materials and loading them properly, you should be able to avoid most paper jams. If jams do occur, follow the steps outlined in “Clearing Paper Jams” starting on page 5-2. If jams occur frequently, make sure you are following these tips to avoid jams.
  • Page 59: Fixing Problems

    The printer does not print. Possible Cause and Remedy • Your printer is not selected as a default printer. Select Samsung 6050 PCL5e, Samsung 6050 PCLXL as the default printer. • The printer cover may be open. Make sure that all covers are closed securely.
  • Page 60 Problem The paper is not fed into the printer. The printer ejects blank pages. Half of the page is blank. The printer prints the wrong data, or it prints incorrect characters. 5-10 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Possible Cause and Remedy • Paper has not been loaded correctly. Remove the paper cassette and reload the paper correctly.
  • Page 61 • If using Windows 95, the Spooling Setting may be set incorrectly. From the Start menu, select Settings and Printers. Click the Samsung 6050 PCLXL icon with the right mouse button, select Properties, click the Details tab, and then click the Spool Settings button. Select the desired spool setting from the available choices.
  • Page 62: Print Quality Problems

    Print Quality Problems Problem Irregular faded patches of print Black staining Character voids Background scatter 5-12 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Possible Cause and Remedy • There is a paper quality problem. Use only paper that meets the specifications required by the printer. •...
  • Page 63 Problem Missing characters Back of printout dirty Incorrect fonts Faded graphics Possible Cause and Remedy • The paper may be too damp. Try printing with a different batch of paper. Do not open packages of paper until necessary so that the paper does not absorb too much moisture from the air.
  • Page 64: Before You Call For Service

    Before You Call For Service If you’re unable to solve your printer problems, you may want to call for service. Before you call, however, check these things: • Is the power cord plugged into the printer? • Is the power cord plugged directly into a wall outlet? •...
  • Page 65: Managing Toner Cartridge

    Managing Toner Cartridge Expected Cartridge Life The life of your toner cartridge depends on the amount of toner used in each print job. For instance, when you print a typical business letter with about 5% page coverage, you can expect a toner cartridge life of approximately 5,000 pages.
  • Page 66 To replace the toner cartridge: 1. Open the printer cover by pressing the cover release button, and raise the printer cover. 2. Remove the old toner cartridge. Follow the instructions printed on the cartridge box to recycle the used cartridge. 3.
  • Page 67 4. Gently shake the cartridge from side to side 5 or 6 times to distribute the toner evenly inside the cartridge. 5. Find the cartridge slots inside the printer, one on each side. 6. Grasp the handle and slide the cartridge down between the cartridge slots until it drops into place.
  • Page 68 MEMO 5-18 Troubleshooting and Maintenance...
  • Page 69: Printer Options

    Chapter 6 Printer Options...
  • Page 70: Memory And Option Cards

    Memory and Option Cards You can purchase optional memory for your printer to enhance its performance. The cards are installed on the control board inside the printer. Accessing the Printer Control Board Complete the following steps before you install a printer memory option.
  • Page 71 3. Remove one screw. Slide the metal shield cover in the direction of the OPEN arrow marked on the cover, then remove the shield cover. Note: You’ll see a part of the control board. If you want to install only a printer memory option, you can now install the memory option.
  • Page 72 5. Remove the three screws securing the board and pull the board out of the printer. 6. Locate the appropriate connector for the option you want to install. Memory connector 7. Continue to the appropriate section for installation instructions: - See ‘Printer Memory Option’ on page 6-5. 8.
  • Page 73: Printer Memory Option

    Printer Memory Option The printer memory option increases the printer dynamic random access memory (DRAM). Additional printer memory allows the printer to print complex jobs and operate more efficiently. Anything that is stored in printer memory is lost when the printer is turned off. Your printer is shipped with 4MB of standard memory.
  • Page 74 3. Hold the memory option with the connection points pointing toward the connector and the notch upward. Notch 4. Insert the memory option all the way into the connector at a 30 angle, and rotate it down until it snaps into place. 6-6 Printer Options Connection points...
  • Page 75: Removing A Memory Option

    5. Make sure both metal clips on the connector are fastened and the two pins on the connector are pushed through the holes on the memory option. Clip 6. If you need to install another option on the control board: Note: After you complete installing, you have to set the Printer Memory item on the Printer Properties dialog box to the upgraded value.
  • Page 76: Second Cassette

    Second Cassette You can install an optional 250-sheet paper cassette. The cassette consists of a support unit and a paper cassette. Support unit Paper cassette Installing Second Cassette If your printer is already set up, make sure the printer power is off. Unplug the power cord and disconnect the printer cable attached to the printer.
  • Page 77 2. Place the printer on the top of the support unit. Be sure the edges of the printer and the support unit are aligned so that all the parts fit. 3. Load paper in the cassette. See ‘Loading a Stack of Paper’ on page 3-2.
  • Page 78 MEMO 6-10 Printer Options...
  • Page 79: Appendix

    Appendix...
  • Page 80: Specifications

    Specifications Paper Size The following table gives details about the print material you can load in each of the printer trays. Paper LETTER FOLIO (LEGAL 13”) LEGAL (LEGAL 14”) EXECUTIVE STATEMENT ISO B5 JIS B5 148.5 ENVELOPE - COM-10 - MONARCH - DL - C5 - C6...
  • Page 81 Controller Characteristic Emulations Memory Interface Font Device Driver Engine Characteristic Speed Resolution Imaging Toning/Fusing WarmUp time FPOT Size (WDH) Weight Power Consumption Noise Level Image cartridge life Description ARM7 KS32C6100 Default : PCL6 • 4MB Standard • Max up to 36 MB •...
  • Page 82 Cable Characteristic Parallel Paper Handling Characteristic Input Capacity Optional Input Output Capacity Environment Characteristic Temperature Humidity A-4 Appendix Description IEEE 1284 Description 250 sheets 250 sheets 250 sheets Facedown Description Operating : 10 C ~ 30 Storage : 0 C ~ 35 Operating : 30 % ~ 80 % Storage : 10 % ~ 90 %...
  • Page 83 ELECTRONICS Visit us at: http://samsungprinter.com If you have access to this online service, you can download the User’s Guide and drivers from Samsung Electronics. P/N. JC68-00060A Rev. 5.01...

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