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Xerox DocuPrint 4508 User Manual

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  • Page 1 The Xerox DocuPrint 4508 Desktop Laser Printer User Guide...
  • Page 2 XEROX®, The Document Company®, the stylized X, DocuPrint, and 4508 are trademarks of Xerox Corporation or its subsidiaries. PCL, HP, and LaserJet, Intellifont, EconoMode, Bi-Tronics and Resolution Enhancement Technology (RET) are trademarks of Hewlett Packard Company.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Chapter 1 Overview of the Printer ... 1-1 Overview of the Printer Features ... 1-3 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Printer ... 2-1 Overview ... 2-2 Printer Set-up ... 2-3 Unpacking the Printer ... 2-4 Installing Components ... 2-6 Testing the Printer ...
  • Page 4 T a b l e o f C o n t e n t s Chapter 5 Using Software Tools ... 5-1 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting ... 6-1 Chapter 7 Maintenance ... 7-1 Chapter 8 Fonts ... 8-1 Appendix A Printer Commands ... A-1 Appendix B Options Installation ...
  • Page 5 SIMM Memory Module Installation ... B-6 250-Sheet Lower Base Installation ... B-9 Appendix C Ordering Information ... C-1 Appendix D Print Media Specifications ... D-1 Paper and Envelope Sizes Supported ... D-2 Paper Specifications ... D-3 Envelope Specifications ... D-3 Adhesive Label Specifications ...
  • Page 6 D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e...

  • Page 7: Chapter 1 Overview Of The Printer

    Chapter 1 Overview of the Printer Overview of the Printer Features ... 1-3 C h a p t e r 1 : O v e r v i e w o f t h e P r i n t e r...

  • Page 8: Paper Handling

    O v e r v i e w o f t h e P r i n t e r D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e Engine, Resolution and Speed •...

  • Page 9: Overview Of The Printer Features

    Memory • 2MB base memory which is expandable to 34MB • Various sizes of expansion SIMM memory to increase printer efficiency and to provide capacity to print a complex page: 2MB, 4MB, 16MB, 32MB Languages Enhanced PCL 5e Interpreter for DOS, OS/2 and Windows users Overview of EconoMode...
  • Page 10 O v e r v i e w o f t h e P r i n t e r F e a t u r e s D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e Enhanced PCL 5e Printer language features software compatibility with all previous PCL Emulations, faster printing performance,...

  • Page 11: Chapter 2 Setting Up The Printer

    Setting Up the Printer Overview ... 2-2 Printer Set-up ... 2-3 Physical Location ... 2-3 Environment ... 2-4 Safety Precautions ... 2-4 Unpacking the Printer ... 2-4 Installing Components ... 2-6 Printer Cartridge ... 2-6 Paper Tray ... 2-8 Interface Cable ... 2-9 Power Cord ...

  • Page 12: Overview

    S e t t i n g U p t h e P r i n t e r Overview D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e In this chapter, you will learn how to install the printer.

  • Page 13: Printer Set-Up

    Printer Set-up Physical Location The printer should be installed on a smooth and flat surface. There should be enough clearance around the printer to allow air circulation around the vents to prevent the printer from overheating, and also allow you to easily: •...

  • Page 14: Unpacking The Printer

    S e t t i n g U p t h e P r i n t e r Environment Safety Precautions Unpacking the Printer D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e Place the printer in a well-ventilated room where: •...
  • Page 15 Check the package contents. If any of the following package contents are missing or damaged, contact your dealer, distributor, Rank Xerox, or Xerox. • • • • Figure 2.2 Printer Cartridge User Guide Power Cord Diskettes U n p a c k i n g t h e P r i n t e r...

  • Page 16: Installing Components

    S e t t i n g U p t h e P r i n t e r Installing Components Printer Cartridge Caution Press the top door release button to open the top door. D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e The protective materials from the Printer Cartridge must be removed before you actually begin to print.
  • Page 17 Remove the Plastic Strip from the Printer Cartridge. Grasp the clear tab on top of the Printer Cartridge and pull firmly to remove the entire strip of clear sealing tape. Insert the Printer Cartridge. With one hand, hold the Printer Cartridge by the top middle (do not grasp the Printer Cartridge by the shutter wires), and slide it into the printer.

  • Page 18: Paper Tray

    I n s t a l l i n g C o m p o n e n t s Paper Tray Metal corner Extension guide Rear Guide Side Guide Note D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e For the best print quality and to avoid misfeed and paper jams, use only quality, xerographic/photocopier grade paper.

  • Page 19: Interface Cable

    I n s t a l l i n g C o m p o n e n t s Interface Cable Connect the interface cable to the PC and printer. An interface cable is not supplied with the printer. If you do not have a cable, purchase the cable separately from your supplier.

  • Page 20: Testing The Printer

    S e t t i n g U p t h e P r i n t e r Testing the Printer 2-10 D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e Test the printer by printing the Self Test sheets: Hold down the Control Panel key for four seconds.

  • Page 21: Installing Software

    DOS Setup Follow the steps below to install the Remote Control Panel (RCP), Status Monitor, and printer driver software for DOS. Insert the 3.5” diskette labeled “Xerox DocuPrint 4508 Software Installation Diskette” into the disk drive of your computer. In the Program Manager, click on File, then click on Run and...

  • Page 22: Testing The Connection

    If the printer does not respond at all when you print the file, perform the following: • Verify that you have installed the 4508 printer driver. • Verify that the interface cable is attached securely to both the printer and the computer.

  • Page 23: Chapter 3 Using The Front Control Panel

    Using the Front Control Panel Overview ... 3-2 Front Panel Key and LED Functions ... 3-3 Key Functions ... 3-3 LEDs ... 3-4 Resetting the Printer ... 3-6 Printing the Self Test Pages ... 3-6 C h a p t e r 3 : U s i n g t h e F r o n t C o n t r o l P a n e l Chapter 3...

  • Page 24: Overview

    This printer’s control panel consists of four status LEDs and one Front Panel key. The LEDs indicate the printer’s status. (The Status Monitor utility displays more detailed information about the printer’s status on your computer’s screen.) Figure 3.1 Front control panel Xerox DocuPrint 4508...

  • Page 25: Front Panel Key And Led Functions

    Front Panel There are four key functions. The key function is determined by the current printer’s state. For instance, holding the key Key and LED down for four seconds with READY LED ON causes three Self Functions Test pages to be printed. Holding the key down for four seconds with the READY LED blinking causes the printer to print any data remaining in the printer’s memory.

  • Page 26: Leds

    F r o n t P a n e l K e y a n d L E D F u n c t i o n s LEDs D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e READY Xerox DocuPrint 4508 Off: Blinking: The printer is receiving, or MANUAL...
  • Page 27 F r o n t P a n e l K e y a n d L E D F u n c t i o n s ERROR Xerox DocuPrint 4508 Blinking: The printer is in “Recoverable error:” Overrun error or memory overflow error.

  • Page 28: Resetting The Printer

    U s i n g t h e F r o n t C o n t r o l P a n e l Resetting the Printer Printing the Self Test Pages D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e This function resets the printer to the original factory defaults.

  • Page 29: Chapter 4 Printing Documents

    Printing Documents Overview ... 4-2 Using the Paper Tray ... 4-2 Paper Sizes Supported ... 4-2 Adjusting and Loading the Paper Tray ... 4-6 Using Manual Feed ... 4-7 When to Use Manual feed ... 4-7 Setting Up the Software ... 4-7 Selecting the Correct Manual Feed Paper Path ...

  • Page 30: Overview

    P r i n t i n g D o c u m e n t s Overview Using the Paper Tray Paper Sizes Supported D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e In this chapter, you will learn how to select the correct paper path according to your needs and the paper sizes you will use.
  • Page 31 U s i n g t h e P a p e r T r a y Using the Side Guide You can use both the tab hole and paper size marker to adjust the side guide. While pressing the side guide tab, push the side guide forward towards the center of the tray until the tab hole of the selected paper size is positioned to the corresponding size.
  • Page 32 U s i n g t h e P a p e r T r a y D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e Using the Rear Guide For the rear guide, there are four positions: three positions in the center of the rear, and one position on the side of the rear.
  • Page 33 U s i n g t h e P a p e r T r a y Using the Extension Guide Unless you are using legal or folio sized paper, you do not have to adjust the extension guide at all. If you need to use legal or folio sized paper, perform the following adjustment.

  • Page 34: Adjusting And Loading The Paper Tray

    P r i n t i n g D o c u m e n t s Adjusting and Loading the Paper Tray Metal corner Extension guide Rear Guide Side Guide D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e Pull out the paper tray and remove the paper.

  • Page 35: Using Manual Feed

    Using Manual Feed When to Use Use the printer’s manual feed option with the rear paper path cover open when printing on media that must go through a Manual feed straight paper path. Following are examples of media that require the manual feed: •...

  • Page 36: Using Manual Feed

    U s i n g M a n u a l F e e d Selecting the Correct Manual Feed Paper Path D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e To prevent a paper jam, select the correct paper size in your software.

  • Page 37: Setting Up The Printer

    Setting Up the Printer If you want to use the faceup paper path, push down the exit cover latch. While aligning the paper to the left, gently insert the paper face up into the manual feed slot until you feel resistance on the left corner.

  • Page 38: Using Priority Feed (Quick Manual Feed)

    U s i n g M a n u a l F e e d Using Priority Feed (Quick Manual Feed) 4-10 D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e The printer’s Priority Feed feature is a quick way to manually feed paper.

  • Page 39: Chapter 5 Using Software Tools

    Using Software Tools Status Monitor and Remote Control Panel (RCP) ... 5-2 The Status Monitor ... 5-3 The Remote Control Panel (RCP) ... 5-4 Remote Control Panel for Windows ... 5-4 Remote Control Panel for DOS ... 5-14 Status Monitor for DOS ... 5-15 C h a p t e r 5 : U s i n g S o f t w a r e T o o l s Chapter 5...

  • Page 40: Status Monitor And Remote Control Panel (Rcp)

    U s i n g S o f t w a r e T o o l s Status Monitor and Remote Control Panel (RCP) D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e A Printer Driver is a software program that contains commands to activate your printer’s features.

  • Page 41: The Status Monitor

    U s i n g S o f t w a r e T o o l s The Status The Status Monitor is a program that runs in background mode. When activated it will automatically display messages Monitor from the printer on your computer’s screen whenever the printer’s status changes.

  • Page 42: The Remote Control Panel (Rcp)

    T h e R e m o t e C o n t r o l P a n e l ( R C P ) The Remote Control Panel (RCP) Remote Control Panel for Windows D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e The Remote Control Panel lets you view and change printer settings from your computer’s screen.
  • Page 43 Total View. Shows all the parameters in the printer. Remote Control Panel : PCL 5e File Help Total View Printer Page Printer Emulation: PCL 5e Auto Continue: ON Baud Rate: 9600 Time Out: Paper Jam Recovery: Page Paper Size: LETTER Orientaion: Paper Feed: AUTO Lines/Page: 60...

  • Page 44: Printer Setup

    T h e R e m o t e C o n t r o l P a n e l ( R C P ) File Help Total View Printer Printer: Baud Rate: Printer Timeout: Power Save: Send Form Feed D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e Printer Setup Remote Control Panel : PCL 5e...
  • Page 45 T h e R e m o t e C o n t r o l P a n e l ( R C P ) the other interface. The default value is 20 seconds. Active only when optional serial interface is installed. •...

  • Page 46: Page Setup

    T h e R e m o t e C o n t r o l P a n e l ( R C P ) File Help Total View Printer Paper Size: Paper Feed: Paper Type: Lines Per Page: Copies: Send Form Feed...
  • Page 47 T h e R e m o t e C o n t r o l P a n e l ( R C P ) • Paper Size It sets the size of the image that will print on paper and envelope.
  • Page 48 T h e R e m o t e C o n t r o l P a n e l ( R C P ) File Help Total View Printer Symbol Set: Roman-8 Desktop Ecma94 Macintosh Math MS Publisher PIFont PSMath PSText...
  • Page 49 • Typeface Shows the typeface of the current font. The default value is “Courier SWC Upright Medium.” All items can be adjusted automatically according to the item you have changed. “Pitch” and “Point Size” will be ignored or have no effect unless a fixed pitch font or proportionally spaced outline font is selected.
  • Page 50 U s i n g S o f t w a r e T o o l s File Help Total View Printer Send Form Feed Note 5-12 D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e Quality Setup Remote Control Panel : PCL 5e Page...
  • Page 51 Test Remote Control Panel : PCL 5e File Help Total View Printer Page Test Print Configuration List Font List Demo List Send Default Form Feed Status Monitor • Configurations List Prints the current configuration of the printer. • Font List Prints the current available font list of the printer.

  • Page 52: Remote Control Panel For Dos

    30 min Point Size Resolution Toner Save Ignored 600 dpi Symbol Set Paper Type Density Roman-8 Normal Medium JamRecover DocuPrint 4508 REMOTE CONTROL PANEL (c) 1995 eXit Interface Status/test Connection Activation LPT1 Error Mess Baud Rate Location 9600 Robust Poll Time...

  • Page 53: Status Monitor For Dos

    Status Monitor Switch to the directory which contains the DOS Status Monitor. for DOS • To Start Status Monitor for DOS, at the DOS prompt, type “DOS4508 1” and press enter. • The Status monitor is enabled with a required numeric parameter.
  • Page 54 5-16 D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e...

  • Page 55: Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Overview ... 6-2 Front Panel LED Messages ... 6-2 Remote Control Panel and Status Monitor Messages ... 6-4 Clearing Paper Jams ... 6-8 Paper Jam Causes ... 6-8 First Action ... 6-9 Checking the Paper Feed Area ... 6-10 If the Paper has Gone Completely into the Printer ...

  • Page 56: Overview

    The troubleshooting methods described in this chapter enable you to repair simple problems. For problems more complex than those described in this manual, you should consult an authorized Xerox service provider. Table 6.1 lists LED indicator problems, the possible cause, and recommended actions.
  • Page 57 Press Front Panel key to place printer ON-LINE. Install power cord into printer, then into wall outlet. If problem persists, contact your dealer or Xerox/Rank Xerox for technical support. No corrective action required. No corrective action required. No corrective action required.
  • Page 58 Option is installed and the parallel interface is not connected. Corrective Action Decrease page complexity. Add additional printer memory SIMM. If problem persists, contact your dealer or Xerox/Rank Xerox for technical support. Close the top cover. Remove the Printer Cartridge, then re-install it.

  • Page 59: Remote Control Panel And Status Monitor Messages

    Verify the connection from the printer to the PC/host. If problem persists, contact your dealer or Xerox/Rank Xerox for technical support. Add additional printer memory SIMM. Decrease page image complexity. If problem persists, contact your dealer or Xerox/Rank Xerox for technical support.
  • Page 60 Check for obstructions in paper path. Do not remove paper tray during printing process. If problem persists, contact your dealer or Xerox/Rank Xerox for technical support. Clear paper jam. See “Clearing Paper Jams” (page 6-8). Check for obstructions in paper path.
  • Page 61 Refill the paper tray with paper. Fully insert the paper tray into the printer. If problem persists, contact your dealer or Xerox/Rank Xerox for technical support. Verify the parallel interface is connected to the correct PC/host. Verify the PC/host is using the parallel port to establish communications.

  • Page 62: Clearing Paper Jams

    T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g Clearing Paper Jams Paper Jam Causes Paper Path Reported Position Status Jam 0 Jam 1 Jam 2 D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e Following are some conditions that can cause paper jams.

  • Page 63: First Action

    First Action When a paper jam has occurred, first open the top door by pressing the door release button on the right side of the printer, then close it again. In most cases, this will clear the paper jam by feeding the jammed paper out of the printer. If this doesn’t solve the problem, refer to the following steps.

  • Page 64: Checking The Paper Feed Area

    C l e a r i n g P a p e r J a m s Checking the Paper Feed Area 6-10 D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e •...

  • Page 65: If The Paper Has Gone Completely Into The Printer

    If the Paper has • Gone Completely into the Printer • • • • Figure 6.5 While holding the printer steady, carefully pull the jammed paper toward you to remove it. Do not pull the paper straight up when removing it. The toner on the paper can contaminate the paper transportation system and affect the print quality.

  • Page 66: If The Paper Is Jammed In The Rear Of The Printer

    C l e a r i n g P a p e r J a m s If the Paper is Jammed in the Rear of the Printer Note 6-12 D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e •...

  • Page 67: Solving Print Quality Problems

    Self-Test page is normal, check the following: • Interface cable between computer and printer • Printer setup and application software If the Self-Test page is blank, contact your dealer or Xerox/ Rank Xerox Table 6.3 Page 1 of 4 6-13...

  • Page 68: Printer Cartridge Cleaning Procedure

    Corrective Action(s) Replace Printer Cartridge (Perform the Printer Cartridge cleaning procedure discussed on page 6-16 before replacing the Printer Cartridge) Contact your dealer or Xerox/ Rank Xerox Replace paper stock Replace Printer Cartridge Remove or reinstall the Printer Cartridge Replace paper stock...
  • Page 69 6-16 before replacing the Printer Cartridge) Replace paper stock Use only approved paper/media Use thick paper setting for heavy stock Contact your dealer or Xerox/Rank Xerox Inspect/replace paper stock Replace paper stock Contact your dealer or Xerox/ Rank Xerox...
  • Page 70 S o l v i n g P r i n t Q u a l i t y P r o b l e m s Table 6.3 Solving print quality problems (continued) Problem Random deletions Random light areas and deletions Printer Cartridge Cleaning Procedure...

  • Page 71: Chapter 7 Maintenance

    Maintenance Overview ... 7-2 Printer Cartridge ... 7-2 Replacing the Printer Cartridge ... 7-2 Adjusting the Print Density ... 7-4 Print Density ... 7-4 EconoMode ... 7-4 Cleaning the Printer ... 7-5 C h a p t e r 7 : M a i n t e n a n c e Chapter 7...

  • Page 72: Overview

    M a i n t e n a n c e Overview Printer Cartridge Replacing the Printer Cartridge Press the top door release button to open the top door. Remove the old Printer Cartridge. D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e In this chapter, you will learn how to replace the Printer Cartridge and how to adjust the print density.
  • Page 73 Remove the Plastic Strip from the Printer Cartridge. Grasp the clear tab on top of the Printer Cartridge and pull firmly to remove the entire strip of clear sealing tape. Discard the tape, shake the Printer Cartridge side to side to distribute the toner evenly inside the cartridge.

  • Page 74: Adjusting The Print Density

    M a i n t e n a n c e Adjusting the Print Density Print Density EconoMode D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e The print density of this printer can be selected through the Remote Control Panel.

  • Page 75: Cleaning The Printer

    Cleaning the To prevent excessive wear and to preserve the print quality, keep the printer free of dust and debris. Printer Figure 7.1 Before cleaning the printer, disconnect the printer from its power source. Cleaning the printer Clean the outside of the printer with a slightly damp cloth (Use water only).
  • Page 76 D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e...

  • Page 77: Chapter 8 Fonts

    Fonts Definition of Fonts ... 8-2 Internal and Soft Fonts ... 8-4 Internal Fonts ... 8-4 Soft Fonts ... 8-4 Selecting Fonts ... 8-5 Chapter 8 C h a p t e r 8 : F o n t s...

  • Page 78: Definition Of Fonts

    F o n t s Definition of Fonts D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e A font is a group of characters and symbols that have similar characteristics.
  • Page 79 • Stroke Weight The thickness of the character. • Typeface The name of the design of characters and symbols. • Orientation The position of the logical page with respect to the physical page. Figure 8.2 Examples of orientation (0,0) Top Margin Physical Page ABCD...

  • Page 80: Internal And Soft Fonts

    F o n t s Internal and Soft Fonts Internal Fonts Soft Fonts Note D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e Depending on the capability of your software, you can size the proportionally spaced internal typeface from 0.25 point to 999 point, in quarter-point increments.

  • Page 81: Selecting Fonts

    Selecting You can select fonts by using the font selection features of your software application by sending printer commands Fonts through the software program or by using the Remote Control Panel program. The factory default font is Courier, 12 point, 10 pitch, portrait orientation, upright medium weight font with the Roman8 symbol set.
  • Page 82 D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e...

  • Page 83: Appendix A Printer Commands

    Appendix A Printer Commands PCL Printer Commands ... A-2 HP-GL/2 Printer Commands ... A-14 PJL Commands ... A-17 A p p e n d i x A : P r i n t e r C o m m a n d s...

  • Page 84: Pcl Printer Commands

    P r i n t e r C o m m a n d s PCL Printer Commands Table A.1 PCL printer commands Function Parameter Command Universal Exit — %-12345X Language (ULE) Reset — Number Of Copies # of Copies &l#X Long Edge (Left) # of Decipoints...
  • Page 85 Table A.1 PCL printer commands (continued) Function Parameter Command Orientation Portrait &l0O Landscape &l1O Reverse Portrait &l2O Reverse &l3O Landscape Print Direction # Degrees of &a#P Rotation Top Margin # of Lines &l#E Text Length # of Lines &l#F Left Margin # of Columns &a#L Right Margin...
  • Page 86 P C L P r i n t e r C o m m a n d s Table A.1 PCL printer commands (continued) Function Parameter Command Vertical Position # of Rows &a#R # of Units *p#Y # of Decipoints &a#V Horizontal Position # of Columns &a#C...
  • Page 87 Table A.1 PCL printer commands (continued) Function Parameter Command Ventura (13J International Ventura US (14J Wingdings (579L PS Math Ventura Math Math-8 Symbol (19M ISO 8859-1 (ECMA-94) Latin 1 ISO 8859-2 Latin 2 ISO 8859-9 Latin 5 ISO 11: Swedish ISO 17: Spanish Windows 3.1 Latin 5...

  • Page 88: Function Parameter

    P C L P r i n t e r C o m m a n d s Table A.1 PCL printer commands (continued) Function Parameter Command Primary Spacing Fixed (s0P Proportional (s1P Primary Pitch # Characters/ (s#H inch Set Pitch Mode 10.0 &k0S Compressed...
  • Page 89 Table A.1 PCL printer commands (continued) Function Parameter Command Primary Font Ultra Thin (s-7B Stroke Weight Extra Thin (s-6B Thin (s-5B Extra Light (s-4B Light (s-3B Demi Light (s-2B Semi Light (s-1B Medium (book (s0B or text) Semi Bold (s1B Demi Bold (s2B Bold...
  • Page 90 P C L P r i n t e r C o m m a n d s Table A.1 PCL printer commands (continued) Function Parameter Command Transparent Print # of Bytes &p#X[Data] Data Assign Font ID Font ID # *c#D Font and Delete all Fonts...
  • Page 91 Table A.1 PCL printer commands (continued) Function Parameter Command Font Descriptor # of bytes )s#W[Data] (font header) Download # of bytes (s#W[Data] character Character code Character code *c#E # (decimal) Raster Resolution 75 dots/inch *t75R 100 dots/inch *t100R 150 dots/inch *t150R 300 dots/inch *t300R...
  • Page 92 P C L P r i n t e r C o m m a n d s Table A.1 PCL printer commands (continued) Function Parameter Command Select Current Solid Black *v0T Pattern (default) Solid White *v1T HP-defined *v2T Shading Pattern HP-defined *v3T Cross-Hatched...
  • Page 93 Table A.1 PCL printer commands (continued) Function Parameter Command Shading 2% Gray *c2G 10% Gray *c10G 15% Gray *c15G 30% Gray *c30G 45% Gray *c45G 70% Gray *c70G 90% Gray *c90G 100% Gray *c100G Pattern 1 Horiz. Line *c1G 2 Vert. Lines *c2G 3 Diagonal *c3G...
  • Page 94 P C L P r i n t e r C o m m a n d s Table A.1 PCL printer commands (continued) Function Parameter Command Macro ID Macro ID # &f#Y Macro Control Start Macro &f0X Def. Stop Macro &f1X Def.
  • Page 95 Table A.1 PCL printer commands (continued) Function Parameter Command Flush All Pages Flush All &r0F complete pages Flush All Page &r1F Data Free Memory — *s1M Space Echo # = Echo value *s#X (-32767 to 32767) PCL VECTOR GRAPHICS SWITCHING/SET-UP PICTURE FRAME Enter PCL Mode Use previous PCL cursor...

  • Page 96: Hp-Gl/2 Printer Commands

    P r i n t e r C o m m a n d s HP-GL/2 Printer Commands Table A.2 HP-GL/2 Context Printer Commands Command Enter PCL Mode Reset Primary Font Secondary Font Scalable Or Bitmapped Fonts Transparency Mode Screened Vectors Arc Absolute Arc Relative Absolute Arc Three Point...
  • Page 97 Table A.2 HP-GL/2 Context Printer Commands (continued) Command Edge Rectangle Absolute Edge Rectangle Relative Fill Wedge Edge Wedge Polygon Mode Fill Polygon Edge Polygon Scale Input Window Input P1 and P2 Input Relative P1 and P2 Default Values Initialize Rotate Coordinate System Comment Select Standard Font Select Alternate Font...
  • Page 98 H P - G L / 2 P r i n t e r C o m m a n d s Table A.2 HP-GL/2 Context Printer Commands (continued) Command Transparent Data Define Variable Text Path Line Type Line Attributes Pen Width Pen Width Unit Selection Select Pen...

  • Page 99: Pjl Commands

    PJL Commands Table A.3 PJL Commands Command Command Description COMMENT Causes PJL to accept the command line as a comment. DEFAULT Sets default value for environment variables. INFO Requests a specified category of printer information, such as printer model number, printer memory available, configuration, status, environment variables, and unsolicited status variables.
  • Page 100 A-18 D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e...

  • Page 101: Appendix B Options Installation

    Appendix B Options Installation RS232C Serial Interface Option Installation ... B-2 Serial Interface Specifications ... B-2 Installing the RS232C Serial Option ... B-3 SIMM Memory Module Installation ... B-6 Available SIMM Options ... B-6 Installing the SIMM Module ... B-7 250-Sheet Lower Base Installation ...

  • Page 102: Rs232C Serial Interface Option Installation

    O p t i o n s I n s t a l l a t i o n RS232C Serial Interface Option Installation Serial Interface Specifications D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e The RS232C serial option module lets you communicate with the computer up to a maximum speed of 115,200 bps (bits per second).

  • Page 103: Installing The Rs232C Serial Option

    Installing the RS232C Serial Option Remove the power cord from the printer power receptacle. Remove the screw and the metal cover. R S 2 3 2 C S e r i a l I n t e r f a c e O p t i o n I n s t a l l a t i o n Remove the panel cover on the right side by pushing the latch down and pulling it out and up.
  • Page 104 R S 2 3 2 C S e r i a l I n t e r f a c e O p t i o n I n s t a l l a t i o n If the controller has an additional SIMM installed, remove it.
  • Page 105 Reinstall removed components. Connect the serial interface. You can use the standard one-to-one DCE type serial cable to connect the printer to the computer. Table B.1 defines the serial pinout configuration for the printer. With the Serial Interface Setup in the Remote Control Panel, select the appropriate serial transmission speed for your application.

  • Page 106: Available Simm Options

    O p t i o n s I n s t a l l a t i o n SIMM Memory Module Installation Available SIMM Options D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e This printer is equipped with 2MB of resident base memory which is expandable to a total of 34MB.

  • Page 107: Installing The Simm Module

    Installing the SIMM Module Remove the power cord from the printer power receptacle. Remove the screw and the metal cover. S I M M M e m o r y M o d u l e I n s t a l l a t i o n Remove the panel cover on the right side by pushing the latch down and pulling it out and up.

  • Page 108: Simm Memory Module Installation

    S I M M M e m o r y M o d u l e I n s t a l l a t i o n Note D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e Position the SIMM module with notch on the top.

  • Page 109: 250-Sheet Lower Base Installation

    250-Sheet Lower Base Installation Remove the power cord from the printer power receptacle. Remove the Printer Cartridge from the printer and close the top door. O p t i o n s I n s t a l l a t i o n Press the top door release button to open the top door.
  • Page 110 2 5 0 - S h e e t L o w e r B a s e I n s t a l l a t i o n Lift the printer and place it on top of the Lower Base, as shown.
  • Page 111 2 5 0 - S h e e t L o w e r B a s e I n s t a l l a t i o n Reinstall the power cord. Print the three Self Test Sheets. Verify that the Lower Base is identified on the Configuration Sheet.
  • Page 112 B-12 D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e...

  • Page 113: Appendix C Ordering Information

    Appendix C Ordering Information A p p e n d i x C : O r d e r i n g I n f o r m a t i o n...
  • Page 114 • 70 nanosecond access time • 8 bits • One-sided It is recommended that you use a SIMM manufactured by Xerox/Rank Xerox. However, other SIMMS are widely available. Be sure you purchase the correct SIMM configuration. To install, refer to the installation instructions packaged with the option.

  • Page 115: Appendix D Print Media Specifications

    Appendix D Print Media Specifications Paper and Envelope Sizes Supported ... D-2 Paper Specifications ... D-3 Envelope Specifications ... D-3 Adhesive Label Specifications ... D-4 A p p e n d i x D : P r i n t M e d i a S p e c i f i c a t i o n s...

  • Page 116: Paper And Envelope Sizes Supported

    P r i n t M e d i a S p e c i f i c a t i o n s Paper and Envelope Sizes Supported Medium Name Paper Letter Paper Legal Paper Executive Paper Envelope Com-10, Monarch, Paper Folio...

  • Page 117: Paper Specifications

    Paper To achieve the best possible print quality and avoid paper jams, follow these guidelines for selecting and storing Specifications paper: • • • • Envelope Choose envelopes that are well-constructed. They should lay flat and should not be wrinkled, nicked or otherwise Specifications damaged.

  • Page 118: Adhesive Label Specifications

    P r i n t M e d i a S p e c i f i c a t i o n s Adhesive Label Specifications D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e Use the following guidelines when selecting labels: •...

  • Page 119: Appendix E Printer Technical Specifications

    Appendix E Printer Technical Specifications A p p e n d i x E : P r i n t e r T e c h n i c a l S p e c i f i c a t i o n s...

  • Page 120: Printing Speed

    P r i n t e r T e c h n i c a l S p e c i f i c a t i o n s D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e The specifications of this printer are as follows: Printing Speed 8 ppm (pages per minute)

  • Page 121: Power Consumption

    P r i n t e r T e c h n i c a l S p e c i f i c a t i o n s Maximum lnput Current 7 Amps (100V) 4 Amps (220V) Power Consumption Printing: 150 Watts (average) Power Saver:...

  • Page 122: Communication Interfaces

    P r i n t e r T e c h n i c a l S p e c i f i c a t i o n s D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e Communication Interfaces Parallel: IEEE 1284 (Nibble, Byte &...

  • Page 123: Appendix F Environmental Specifications

    Appendix F Environmental Specifications A p p e n d i x F : E n v i r o n m e n t a l S p e c i f i c a t i o n s...
  • Page 124 The world-wide effort to remanufacture printer equipment and recall Printer Cartridges benefits the environment and conserves our natural resources by reducing waste going into our landfills. Besides, it makes good sense for Xerox and Xerox customers. Please join us in this effort. On Standby: Background noise level...
  • Page 125 Users du Réglement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. CE Mark: “The CE marking applied to this product symbolizes Rank Xerox Declaration of Conformity with the following applicable Directives of the European Union as of the dates indicated. January 1, 1995 - Council Directive 73/23/EEC amended by Council Directive 93/68/EEC, approximation of the laws of the member states related to low voltage equipment.
  • Page 126 D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e Always use the materials and supplies specifically designed for your Xerox equipment. Use of unsuitable materials may result in poor performance and, possibly, a hazardous situation.
  • Page 127 Laser Safety WARNING: Use of controls or adjustments or performances of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous light exposure. This equipment complies with appropriate safety standards. With specific regard to lasers, the equipment complies with laser product performance standards set by governmental, national, and international agencies as a Class 1 laser product.
  • Page 128 FCC regulations. Changes or modifications not expressly approved in writing by Xerox may void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. The Federal Communications Commission has developed a useful booklet entitled, “How to Identify and Resolve Radio/TV Interference Problems”.
  • Page 129 E n v i r o n m e n t a l S p e c i f i c a t i o n s CDRH Regulations This printer is certified as a “Class 1” laser product under the U.S. department of health and human services(DHHS) radiation performance standard according to the radiation control for health and safety act of 1968.

  • Page 130: Laser Safety

    E n v i r o n m e n t a l S p e c i f i c a t i o n s Power Saver Ozone Emission Safety Information D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e This printer contains advanced energy conservation technology which reduces power consumption when it is not in active use.

  • Page 131: Appendix G Glossary

    Appendix G Glossary A p p e n d i x G : G l o s s a r y...
  • Page 132 G l o s s a r y D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e Abort A procedure to terminate execution of a program when an irrecoverable error, mistake, or malfunction. Access time The time interval between the instant at which data are requested to be stored and the instant at which storage is started.
  • Page 133 G l o s s a r y Baud Rate The data transfer rate between the computer and the printer; set only if the serial port is used. The computer and the printer must be configured at the same baud rate (between 300 and 57.6 KB depending on the type of computer used).
  • Page 134 G l o s s a r y D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e Capture A Novell command used to redirect output from a client to a print queue.
  • Page 135 Laser printers use dots to form images. The greater the dpi, the finer the resolution. DS/P Document Services for Printing. The name of XEROX printer utility package comprised of SETUP, DS/P UTILITY, RUI (Remote User Interface), SMS (Service & Management Services), and printer drivers.
  • Page 136 Factory-set default The settings that are programmed into the XEROX printer before it is shipped from the manufacturer. These settings are in use unless you permanently override them using either the printer Control Panel or the Remote User Interface.
  • Page 137 G l o s s a r y exchanging and accessing files without having to copy them to a floppy diskette. Firmware The programs stored in EPROM/ROM chips on the printer’s controller board. Font A collection of characters with a consistent style. Different fonts can be selected for printing.
  • Page 138 G l o s s a r y D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e status information. It is from the IVD that the user initiates SMS functions.
  • Page 139 G l o s s a r y NetWare This is the network operating system (NOS) developed by Novell for use with its networks. NetWare Loadable Module Also referred to as NLM, this is a NetWare program which runs on the network operating system.
  • Page 140 G l o s s a r y G-10 D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e Output tray Where printed material is delivered. The output tray on the 4505/4505ps and 4510/4510ps is located on the top of the printer.
  • Page 141 G l o s s a r y used for printing. PCL and PostScript are examples of page description languages. Permanent fonts Also called permanently downloaded fonts. These are fonts set up in an application so that when the application is loaded, the fonts are downloaded to the printer’s memory.
  • Page 142 D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e interprets special format codes so the printer can print a page that matches what you created on the screen. XEROX desktop laser printers have their own printer drivers so you can take full advantage of the printer’s features.
  • Page 143 ROM Read-Only Memory. RPRINTER emulation Software run on a client PC (connect to a network-indirect printer) or a XEROX network interface card that identifies the printer as a remote printer. RUI Remote User Interface. The RUI is a DS/P component that runs on a PC and allows the user to select printer settings from the PC rather than at the printer’s Control Panel.
  • Page 144 G l o s s a r y G-14 D o c u P r i n t 4 5 0 8 U s e r G u i d e SMS Status & Management Services. A DS/P component that resides on the client PC and the file server.
  • Page 145 G l o s s a r y Toner A dry powdered substance used in the printing process. The toner supply for the printer is contained in the recyclable EP (electronic printing) cartridge. TrueRes Smoothing A PCL capability that smooths curves in text and graphics to improve print quality.
  • Page 146 Vertical streaks See Streaks - Dark vertical. Wrinkled prints Prints are wrinkled, creased, or torn upon exiting the printer. XNIC-E’NET XEROX Network Interface Card-Ethernet. (See also NIC.) XNIC-L’TALK XEROX Network Interface Card-LocalTalk. (See also NIC.) XNIC-T’RING XEROX Network Interface Card-Token Ring. (See also NIC.)

  • Page 147: Index

    Index Using in RCP 5-4 Demo List RCP Test 5-13 Density RCP Quality Setup 5-12 See also Print Density DocuPrint 4508 Cleaning 7-5 Control panel, see Control panel Locating 2-3 to 2-4 Overview 1-2 to 1-4 Interfaces 1-2 Languages 1-3...
  • Page 148 Ready 3-4, 6-3 Blinking 6-3 Off 6-3 On 6-3 Lines Per Page RCP Page Setup 5-8 Locating printer see DocuPrint 4508, Locating Lower Base Installation B-9 to B-11 Manual LED 3-4, 6-3 Blinking 6-3 Off 6-3 On 6-3 Manual paper feed 4-7 to 4-10...
  • Page 149 OS/2 Software installation 2-12 Page Setup Copies 5-8 Lines Per Page 5-8 Orientation 5-9 Paper Feed 5-8 Paper Size 5-9 Paper Type 5-8 Using in RCP 5-8 to 5-9 Paper Feeding manually 4-7 to 4-10 Loading into tray 2-8 Sizes 4-2, D-2 Specifications D-3 Using Priority Feed 4-10 Paper Feed...
  • Page 150 Demo List 5-13 Font List 5-13 Using in RCP 5-13 Toner See Printer Cartridge Typeface RCP Font Setup 5-11 Typefaces 1-4 Unpacking See DocuPrint 4508, Unpacking Windows Software installation 2-11 Using RCP 5-4 to 5-13 Using Status Monitor 5-2 to 5-3...

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