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  • Page 2 This manual is provided for information purposes only. All information included herein is subject to change without notice. Xerox Corporation is not responsible for any changes, direct or indirect, arising from or related to the use of this manual. Copyright © 2004, Xerox Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Unpublished rights reserved under the copyright laws of the United States.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ONTENTS NTRODUCTION Chapter 1: Special Features ..........1.2 Printer Components ..........1.4 Front View ............. 1.4 Rear View ............1.5 Understanding the Control Panel ......1.6 On Line/Error and Toner Save LEDs ....1.6 Cancel button ..........1.7 ETTING RINTER Chapter 2: Unpacking ............
  • Page 4 Loading Paper ............. 3.7 Using the Tray 2 ..........3.8 Using the Tray 1 ..........3.8 Using the Manual Feed Mode ......3.12 Printing on Envelopes .......... 3.14 Printing on Labels ..........3.17 Printing on Transparencies ........3.19 Printing on Card Stock or Custom-sized Materials ..3.21 Printing on Preprinted Paper .........
  • Page 5 AINTAINING OUR PRINTER Chapter 5: Maintaining the Toner Cartridge ......5.2 Redistributing Toner ........5.3 Replacing the Toner Cartridge ......5.5 Cleaning the Printer ..........5.5 Cleaning the Outside ........5.5 Cleaning the Inside ......... 5.5 Printing Configuration Page ........5.8 OLVING PROBLEMS Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Checklist ........
  • Page 6 DOS A RINTING PPLICATIONS Chapter 8: About the Remote Control Panel ......8.2 Installing the Remote Control Panel ......8.2 Selecting Print Settings ........8.3 Starting the Remote Control Panel ....8.3 Using the Remote Control Panel Tabs ....8.4 PECIFICATIONS Chapter 9: Printer Specifications ..........
  • Page 7 Important Precautions and Safety Information When using this machine, these basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to people: Read and understand all instructions. Use common sense whenever operating electrical appliances. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the machine and in the literature accompanying the machine.
  • Page 8 Unplug the machine from the PC and AC wall outlet, and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: • When any part of the power cord, plug, or connecting cable is damaged or frayed. • If liquid has been spilled into the machine. •...

  • Page 9: Laser Safety Statement

    Environmental and Safety Consideration 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 10: Ozone Safety

    However, it is advisable that the machine be operated in a well ventilated area. If you need additional information about ozone, please contact your nearest Xerox dealer. Recycling Please recycle or dispose of the packaging material for this product in an environmentally responsible manner.
  • Page 12 NTRODUCTION Congratulations on the purchase of your printer! This chapter includes: • Special Features • Printer Components • Understanding the Control Panel...

  • Page 13: Introduction

    Special Features Your new printer is equipped with special features that improve the print quality. You can: Print with excellent quality and high speed • You can print using 1200 dpi Image Quality mode. See page 4.16. • Your printer prints up to 22 pages-per-minute (Letter size), up to 20 pages-per-minute (A4 size).
  • Page 14 Print in various environments • You can print in Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0/2000/XP. • Your printer is compatible with Linux. • Your printer supports both Parallel and USB interfaces. NTRODUCTION...

  • Page 15: Printer Components

    Printer Components Front View Output Support Front Cover Top Output Tray (Face down) Control Panel Toner Cartridge Tray 2 (250-sheet paper feeder) Power Switch Tray 1 Paper Level Indicator NTRODUCTION...

  • Page 16: Rear View

    Rear View Top Output Tray Rear Output Tray (Face down) (Face up) Power Receptacle USB Port Parallel Port NTRODUCTION...

  • Page 17: Understanding The Control Panel

    Understanding the Control Panel On Line/Error( ) and Toner Save( LEDs Description If the light is green, the printer is ready to print. If the light is red, the printer is experiencing an error, such as jammed paper, no paper, open cover, or uninstalled toner cartridge.

  • Page 18: Printing Configuration

    Description If the installed toner cartridge is empty, the LED blinks orange. You must replace it with a new toner cartridge. To replace the toner cartridge, see “Installing the Toner Cartridge” on page 2.4. If you have installed a toner cartridge that is not designed for the printer, the LED blinks orange and red in turn.
  • Page 19 NTRODUCTION...

  • Page 20: Setting U P Your Printer

    ETTING RINTER This chapter provides step by step information on setting up your printer. This chapter includes: • Unpacking • Installing the Toner Cartridge • Loading Paper • Connecting a Printer Cable • Turning the Printer On • Printing a Demo Page •...

  • Page 21: Unpacking

    Unpacking Remove the Printer and all accessories from the packing carton. Make sure that the printer has been packed with the following items: Toner Cartridge Power Cord Setup Guide CD-ROM USB Cable OTES • If any items are missing or damaged, notify your dealer immediately.

  • Page 22: Selecting A Location

    Selecting a Location Select a level, stable place with adequate space for air circulation. Allow extra space for opening covers and tray(s). The area should be well-ventilated and away from direct sunlight or sources of heat, cold, and humidity. See the image below for clearance space.

  • Page 23: Installing The Toner Cartridge

    Installing the Toner Cartridge Grasp the front cover and pull it toward you to open. : Because the printer is very light, it may move when you use it; for example, when opening/closing the tray or installing/ removing the toner cartridge. Be careful not to move the printer. Remove the toner cartridge from its bag and remove the paper covering the cartridge.
  • Page 24 Gently shake the cartridge from side to side to distribute the toner evenly inside the cartridge. AUTIONS • To prevent damage, do not expose the toner cartridge to light for more than a few minutes. Cover it with a piece of paper if left exposed for more than a few minutes and keep it in a flat and clean place.
  • Page 25 Grasp the handle and insert the cartridge into the printer until it snaps into place. Close the front cover. Make sure that the cover is securely closed. : When printing text at 5% coverage, you can expect a standard-capacity toner cartridge to last approximately 3,500 pages, and a high-capacity toner cartridge to last approximately 5,000 pages.

  • Page 26: Loading Paper

    Loading Paper You can load approximately 250 sheets of paper in the Tray 2. Pull the tray out of the printer. Prepare a stack of paper for loading by flexing or fanning the paper back and forth. Straighten the edges on a level surface.
  • Page 27 You can load previously printed paper. The printed side should be facing up with an uncurled edge on top. If you experience problems with paper feed, turn the paper around. Make sure that all four corners are flat in the tray. : If you want to change the paper size in the tray, see “Changing the Paper Size in the Paper Tray”...

  • Page 28: Changing The Paper Size In The Paper Tray

    Changing the Paper Size in the Paper Tray To load longer sizes of paper, you need to adjust the paper guides to extend the paper tray. Pressing and unlatching the guide lock, slide the paper length guide out completely to extend the paper tray to its full length.
  • Page 29 For the paper smaller than Letter, adjust the front paper length guide. Pinching the paper width guide as shown, move it toward the stack of paper until it lightly touches the side of the stack. OTES • Do not push the paper width guide far enough to cause the materials to warp.

  • Page 30: Connecting A Printer Cable

    Connecting a Printer Cable To print from your computer in a local environment, you need to connect your printer to the computer with either a supplied Universal Serial Bus (USB) cable or a parallel interface cable. Using a USB Cable : Connecting the printer to the USB port of the computer requires a certified USB cable.

  • Page 31: Using A Parallel Cable

    Using a Parallel Cable : To connect the printer to the parallel port of the computer requires a certified parallel cable. You will need to buy an IEEE1284 compliant cable. Make sure that both the printer and the computer are turned off.

  • Page 32: Turning The Printer On

    Turning the Printer On Plug the power cord into the power receptacle on the back of the printer. Plug the other end into a properly grounded AC outlet and turn on the printer using the power switch. To the AC outlet AUTIONS •...

  • Page 33: Printing A Demo Page

    Printing a Demo Page Print a demo page to make sure that the printer is operating correctly. Hold down the button for about 2 seconds to print a demo page. A demo page showing the printer’s features and capabilities prints out. 2.14 ETTING RINTER...

  • Page 34: Installing Printer Software

    Installing Printer Software The supplied CD-ROM contains Windows printing software, Linux printing software, DOS RCP, an on-line User’s Guide. If you are printing from Windows: You can install the following printer software using the CD-ROM. • Printer Driver for Windows. Use this driver to take full advantage of your printer’s features.

  • Page 35: Printer Driver Features

    Printer Driver Features Your printer drivers will support the following standard features: • Paper source selection • Paper size, orientation and media type • Number of copies The table below lists a general overview of features supported by your printer drivers. Printer Driver Driver Feature Win 2000/...
  • Page 36 OK. Select the language of the software you want to install. Click Printer Driver. •Printer Driver: Installs the Xerox software on your PC. •Remote Control Panel: Installs the Remote Control Panel for DOS on your PC. •Status Monitor: Install the Status Monitor software.

  • Page 37: Uninstalling Printer Software

    Remote Control Panel Uninstall. If you want to uninstall the Status Monitor, select Uninstall Status Monitor. If you want to uninstall the printer driver, select Xerox Phaser 3150 PCL 6 Driver uninstall. When your computer asks you to confirm, click Yes.

  • Page 38: View User Documentation

    View User Documentation Place the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. Installation will start automatically. If the CD-ROM driver does not automatically run: Select Run from the Start menu, type X:\setup.exe in the Open box (Where X is the drive letter for the CD-ROM drive) and click OK.
  • Page 39 2.20 ETTING RINTER...

  • Page 40: Using Print Materials

    SING RINT ATERIALS This chapter will help you understand types of paper you can use with your printer and how to properly load paper in the different paper trays for the best print quality. This chapter includes: • Choosing Paper and Other Materials •...

  • Page 41: Choosing Paper And Other Materials

    Choosing Paper and Other Materials You can print on a variety of print materials, such as plain paper, envelopes, labels, and transparencies. See “Paper Specifications” on page 9.3. To get the best possible print quality, use only high-quality copier-grade paper. When you choose print materials, consider the following: •...

  • Page 42: Sizes And Capacities

    Sizes and Capacities Input Source/Capacity Size Tray 2 Tray 1 Plain Paper Letter (216 x 279 mm) Legal (216 x 356 mm) Executive (184 x 267 mm) Oficio (216 x 343 mm) Folio (216 x 330 mm) A4 (210 x 297 mm) JIS B5 (182 x 257 mm) ISO B5 (176 x 250 mm) A5 (148 x 210 mm)

  • Page 43: Guidelines For Paper And Special Materials

    Guidelines for Paper and Special Materials When selecting or loading paper, envelopes, or other special materials, keep these guidelines in mind: • Attempting to print on damp, curled, wrinkled, or torn paper can cause paper jams and poor print quality. •...

  • Page 44: Selecting The Output Location

    Selecting the Output Location The printer has two output locations; the rear output tray and the top output tray. Top output tray Rear output tray To use the top output tray, be sure that the rear output tray is closed. To use the rear output tray, open it. OTES •...

  • Page 45: Printing To The Rear Output Tray (Face Up)

    Printing to the Rear Output Tray (Face up) The printer always prints to the rear output tray if it is open. Paper comes out of the printer face-up, and you will need to remove each sheet from the rear output tray. Printing from the Tray 1 to the rear output tray provides a straight paper path.

  • Page 46: Loading Paper

    If you do not want to use the rear output tray, close the tray. The pages will stack on the top output tray. Loading Paper Proper paper loading helps prevent paper jams and ensure trouble-free printing. Do not remove the paper tray while a job is printing.

  • Page 47: Using The Tray 2

    Using the Tray 2 Tray 2 can hold up to 250 sheets of paper. See “Sizes and Capacities” on page 3.3 for acceptable paper size and capacities of each tray. Tray 2 Load a stack of paper into the tray and print. For details about loading paper in Tray 2, see “Loading Paper”...
  • Page 48 • Load only one size of print material at a time in the Tray 1. • To prevent paper jams, do not add paper when there is still paper in the Tray 1. This also applies to other types of print materials.
  • Page 49 Prepare a stack of paper for loading by flexing or fanning the paper back and forth. Straighten the edges on a level surface. Place paper on the centre of the tray with the print side face up. Pay attention to the paper limit mark on the left inside wall of the tray.
  • Page 50 Slide the paper width guide and adjust it against the stack of print material without bending. : Your printer cannot automatically detect the size of paper loaded in the Tray 1. Loading the Tray 1 with the correct paper size allows you to select paper by size rather than paper source when you print from your software application.

  • Page 51: Using The Manual Feed Mode

    Using the Manual Feed Mode If you select Tray1(Manual) in the Source option when changing print settings, you can manually load a sheet of print material in the Tray 1. Manually loading paper can be helpful when you want to check the print quality after each page is printed.
  • Page 52 Open the rear output tray. When you print a document, you must select Tray1(Manual) for Source from the software application, and then select the correct paper size and type. Press the button on the printer to start feeding. Printing is started. If you are printing multiple pages, load the next sheet after the first page prints out, and press the button.

  • Page 53: Printing On Envelopes

    Printing on Envelopes Guidelines • Only use envelopes recommended for laser printers. Before loading envelopes into the Tray 1, make sure that they are undamaged and are not stuck together. • Do not feed stamped envelopes. • Never use envelopes with clasps, snaps, windows, coated lining, or self-stick adhesives.
  • Page 54 Flex or fan the edge of the envelope stack to separate the pages before loading. Load the envelopes onto the Tray 1 with the flap side down. The stamp area is on the left side and the end of the envelope with the stamp area enters the tray first.
  • Page 55 When you print on envelopes, select the appropriate paper source, type, and size in the software application. For details, see page 4.7. After printing, close the Tray 1 and the rear output tray. 3.16 SING RINT ATERIALS...

  • Page 56: Printing On Labels

    Printing on Labels Guidelines • Only use labels recommended for laser printers. • Verify that the labels’ adhesive material can tolerate fusing temperature of 205°C (400°F) for 0.1 second. • Make sure that there is no exposed adhesive material between the labels. Exposed areas can cause labels to peel off during printing, which can cause paper jams.
  • Page 57 Adjust the guide to fit the width of the sheet of labels. When you print on labels, select the appropriate paper source, type, and size in the software application. For details, see page 4.7. After printing, close the Tray 1 and the rear output tray. : To prevent labels from sticking, do not let the printed label sheets stack up as they are printed out.

  • Page 58: Printing On Transparencies

    Printing on Transparencies Guidelines • Only use transparencies recommended for use in laser printers. • Ensure that transparencies are not wrinkled, curled, or have any torn edges. • Hold the transparencies by the edges and avoid touching the print side. Oils deposited on the transparency can cause print quality problems.
  • Page 59 Adjust the guide to fit the width of the transparencies. When you print on transparencies, select the appropriate paper source, type, and size in the software application. For details, see page 4.7. After printing, close the Tray 1 and the rear output tray. OTES •...

  • Page 60: Printing On Card Stock Or Custom-Sized Materials

    Printing on Card Stock or Custom-sized Materials Postcards, 3.5 by 5.83 in. (index) cards and other custom-sized materials can be printed with your printer. The minimum size is 76 by 127 mm (3 by 5 in.) and the maximum size is 216 by 356 mm (8.5 by 14 in.).
  • Page 61 Adjust the guide to fit the width of the material stack. When you print, select the appropriate paper source, type, and size in the software application. For details, see page 4.7. : If the size of your print material is not listed in the Size Paper tab of the printer driver preferences, click the box in the Custom button and set the size manually.

  • Page 62: Printing On Preprinted Paper

    Printing on Preprinted Paper Preprinted paper is paper that has some type of printing placed on it before it is sent through the printer (paper that has a preprinted logo at the top of the page, for example). Guidelines • Letterheads must be printed with heat-resistant ink that will not melt, vaporize, or release hazardous emissions when subjected to the printer’s fusing temperature of 400 °F (205 °C) for 0.1 second.
  • Page 63 When you print, select the appropriate paper source, type, and size in the software application. For details, see page 4.7. 3.24 SING RINT ATERIALS...

  • Page 64: Printing Tasks

    RINTING ASKS This chapter explains printing options and common printing tasks. This chapter includes: • Printing a Document • Setting Paper Preferences • Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet of Paper (N-Up Printing) • Printing a Reduced or Enlarged Document •...

  • Page 65: Printing A Document

    Printing a Document The following 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 the User’s Guide of your software application for the exact printing procedure.
  • Page 66 Portrait From the Paper tab, select the paper source, size and type. For further details, see page 4.7. Click other tabs on the top of the Xerox Phaser 3150 PCL 6 Printing Preferences window to access other features, if needed.

  • Page 67: Cancelling A Print Job

    2. For Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0/2000, select Settings and then Printers. Printers and Faxes . For Windows XP, select Xerox Phaser 3150 PCL 6 printer. 3. Select the 4. Click the right mouse button on the printer icon and: • In Window 98/Me, select Properties.

  • Page 68: Using A Favorite Setting

    From the Windows Start menu, select Settings. Select Printers (Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0/2000) or Printers and Faxes (Windows XP) to open the Printers window, and double-click the Xerox Phaser 3150 PCL 6 icon. From the Document menu, select Cancel Printing (Windows 98/Me) or Cancel (Windows NT 4.0/2000/XP).

  • Page 69: Using Help

    Click Save. To use a saved setting, just select the item from the Favorites drop down list. To delete a Favorites item, select it from the list and click Delete. You can also restore the printer driver’s default settings by selecting Printer Default from the list.

  • Page 70: Setting Paper Preferences

    Setting Paper Preferences Use the following options to set the basic paper handling needs when you access the printer preferences. See page 4.2 for more information about accessing printer preferences. Click the Paper tab to access various paper preferences. Property Description Print Quantity allows you to choose the Print...
  • Page 71 Property Description Make sure that Source is set to the Source corresponding paper tray. The Tray 1(Manual) source is used when printing to special materials. You have to load one sheet at a time into the Tray 1. See page 3.12. If the paper source is set to Auto Select, the printer automatically picks up print materials according to the following order:...

  • Page 72: Printing Multiple Pages On One Sheet Of Paper (N-Up Printing)

    Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet of Paper (N-Up Printing) You can select the number of pages to print on a single sheet of paper. To print more than one page per sheet, the pages will appear decreased in size and arranged on the sheet. You can print up to 16 pages on one sheet.

  • Page 73: Printing A Reduced Or Enlarged Document

    Printing a Reduced or Enlarged Document You can scale your print job on a page. When you change the print settings from your software application, access the printer preferences. See page 4.2. From the Paper tab, select Reduce/Enlarge in the Type drop-down list.

  • Page 74: Fitting Your Document To A Selected Paper Size

    Fitting Your Document to a Selected Paper Size This printer feature allows you to scale your print job to any selected paper size regardless of the digital document size. This can be useful when you want to check fine details on a small document.

  • Page 75: Printing Posters

    Printing Posters This feature allows you to print a single-page document onto 4, 9 or 16 sheets of paper, for the purpose of pasting the sheets together to form one poster-size document. To change the print settings from your software application, access the printer preferences.

  • Page 76: Using Watermarks

    Specify an overlap in millimeters or inches to make it easier to reconstruct the resulting poster. 0.15 inches 0.15 inches Click the Paper tab and select the paper source, size and type. Click OK and print the document. You can complete the poster by reconstructing the resulting pages.

  • Page 77: Creating A Watermark

    Click the Watermark tab, and select the desired watermark in the Current Watermarks. You will see the selected watermark in the preview image. Preview image Click OK and start printing. Creating a Watermark To change the print settings from your software application, access the printer preferences.

  • Page 78: Editing A Watermark

    Click Add to add a new watermark to the list. When you finish editing, click OK and start printing. To stop printing the watermark, select <No Watermark> in the Current Watermarks. Editing a Watermark To change the print settings from your software application, access the printer preferences.

  • Page 79: Setting Image Options Preferences

    Setting Image Options Preferences Use the following Image Options to adjust the print quality for your specific printing needs. See page 4.2 for more information about accessing printer preferences. Click the Image Options tab to display the preferences shown below. Property Description You can select the printing resolution by...
  • Page 80 Property Description This option determines what the driver tells the printer about how to image the text in your document. Select the appropriate setting according to the status of your document. • Download as Outline: When this option is selected, the driver downloads the font data as outline images.

  • Page 81: Using Output Options

    Using Output Options You can select options for output of your document. See page 4.2 for more information about accessing printer preferences. Click the Output Options tab. Option Description You can specify the sequence of printed pages by selecting the print order from the drop-down list.

  • Page 82: Using Troubleshooting

    • Configuration Page: Your printer prints Information a configuration page. Pages • PCL Font List: Your printer prints a PCL font list. • Office Demo Page: Your printer prints a demo page. Web Links You can access the Xerox web site directly. 4.19 RINTING ASKS...

  • Page 83: Using The Status Monitor

    : To uninstall the Status Monitor program, see page 2.18. Opening the Troubleshooting Guide Double click the Status Monitor icon on the Windows task bar. Double click this icon. Or, from Start select Programs , Xerox Phaser 3150 , and Troubleshooting guide. 4.20 RINTING...

  • Page 84: Changing The Status Monitor Program Setting

    Changing the Status Monitor Program Setting The following window opens when you right-click the Status Monitor icon on the Windows task bar and select Option. • Display when error occurs during printing. The Status Monitor balloon appears when an error occurs while printing. •...

  • Page 85: Setting Up A Locally Shared Printer

    Setting Up a Locally Shared Printer You can connect the printer directly to a selected computer, which is called the “host computer” on the network. The printer can then be shared by other users on the network through a Windows 98/Me/XP/NT 4.0/2000 network printer connection. In Windows 98/Me Setting Up the Host Computer Start Windows.

  • Page 86: In Windows Nt 4.0/2000/Xp

    From the Printer menu, select Properties. From the Details tab, select the printer port and click OK. In Windows NT 4.0/2000/XP Setting Up the Host Computer Start Windows. For Windows NT 4.0/2000, select Settings, and Printers from the Start menu. For Windows XP, select Printers and Faxes from the Start menu.
  • Page 87 Double-click your printer icon. From the Printer menu, select Properties. From the Ports tab, click Add Port. Select Local port and click New Port. Fill in the Enter a port name field, enter the shared name. Click OK and click Close. For Windows NT 4.0, click OK.

  • Page 88: Maintaining Your Printer

    AINTAINING OUR PRINTER This chapter provides suggestions for high-quality and economical printing and information for maintaining the toner cartridge and the printer. This chapter includes: • Maintaining the Toner Cartridge • Cleaning the Printer • Printing Configuration Page...

  • Page 89: Maintaining The Toner Cartridge

    Maintaining the Toner Cartridge Toner cartridge storage To get the maximum results from the toner cartridge, keep the following guidelines in mind. • Do not remove the toner cartridge from its package until ready for use. • Do not refill the toner cartridge. The printer warranty does not cover damage caused by using a refilled cartridge.

  • Page 90: Redistributing Toner

    Redistributing Toner When toner is low, faded or light areas may appear on a printed page. You may be able to temporarily improve the print quality by redistributing the toner. The following procedures may allow you to finish the current print job before replacing the toner cartridge.
  • Page 91 Gently shake the toner cartridge from side to side five or six times to redistribute the toner. : If toner gets on your clothing, wipe it off with a dry cloth and wash clothing in cold water. Hot water sets toner into fabric. Reinsert the toner cartridge into the printer.

  • Page 92: Replacing The Toner Cartridge

    Replacing the Toner Cartridge If the print remains light after redistributing the toner (see page 5.3) or the LED blinks orange, replace the toner cartridge. Remove the old cartridge and install a new toner cartridge. See “Installing the Toner Cartridge” on page 2.4. Cleaning the Printer To maintain print quality, follow the cleaning procedures below each time the toner cartridge is replaced or if print quality...
  • Page 93 Open the front cover. Pull the toner cartridge and remove it from the printer. With a dry, lint-free cloth, wipe away any dust and spilled toner from the toner cartridge area and the toner cartridge cavity. : To prevent damage to the toner cartridge, do not expose it to light for more than a few minutes.

  • Page 94: Printing A Cleaning Sheet

    Reinsert the toner cartridge and close the cover. Make sure that the cover is securely closed. If it is not firmly closed, printing errors may occur when you print. Plug in the power cord, and turn the printer on. Printing a cleaning sheet If you are experiencing blurred, faded, or smeared printouts, printing a cleaning sheet will clean the drum inside the toner cartridge.

  • Page 95: Printing Configuration Page

    Printing Configuration Page From the printer’s control panel, you can print a configuration page. Use the configuration page to view current printer settings, or to help troubleshoot printer problems. To print the configuration page: Ensure that the printer is turned on and in the Ready mode with paper loaded in the tray.

  • Page 96: Solving Problems

    OLVING PROBLEMS This chapter provides helpful information for what to do if you encounter an error while using your printer. This chapter includes: • Troubleshooting Checklist • Solving General Printing Problems • Clearing Paper Jams • Solving Print Quality Problems •...

  • Page 97: Troubleshooting Checklist

    Troubleshooting Checklist If the printer is not working properly, perform the series of checks in the list below. If the printer fails to adequately pass a checklist item, follow the corresponding troubleshooting suggestions. Check Solution Print a demo page to verify •...

  • Page 98: Solving General Printing Problems

    The printer is not Select Xerox Phaser 3150 PCL 6 as selected as the default your default printer. printer. Check the printer for the • The printer cover is not closed.
  • Page 99 22 PPM for Letter-sized paper. If using Windows 98/Me, From the Start menu, choose Settings the Spooling Setting may Xerox and Printers. Right-click the be set incorrectly. Phaser 3150 PCL 6 printer icon, choose Properties, click the Details tab, and then choose the Spool Settings button.
  • Page 100 Problem Possible Cause Solution The paper There is too much paper Remove excess paper from the tray. keeps jamming. in the paper tray. If printing on special materials, use the Tray 1. An incorrect type of Use only paper that meets the paper is being used.

  • Page 101: Clearing Paper Jams

    Problem Possible Cause Solution The illustrations The setting in the Print the document by selecting print incorrectly software application is Download as Bit Image in the in Adobe wrong. TrueType Options box of the Image Illustrator. Options properties tab. Clearing Paper Jams Occasionally, paper can jam during a print job.

  • Page 102: In The Paper Feed Area

    In the Paper Feed Area Slide out Tray2 to expose the jammed paper. Remove any misfed paper by pulling it out by the visible edge. Make sure that all of the paper is properly aligned in the tray. : If the jammed paper is not visible or if there is resistance when you pull the paper, remove the tray from the printer and carefully pull the jammed paper free from the printer.
  • Page 103 Slide the tray back into the printer. Open and close the front cover to resume printing. In the Tray 1 Open the Tray 1. Carefully remove the jammed paper from the tray. Open and close the front cover. Printing can now be resumed.

  • Page 104: Around The Toner Cartridge

    Around the Toner Cartridge Open and close the front cover, and the jammed paper automatically exits the printer. If not, continue to Step 2. Open the front cover and remove the toner cartridge. : To prevent damage to the toner cartridge, do not AUTION expose it to light for more than a few minutes.

  • Page 105: In The Paper Exit Area

    Make sure that there is no other paper in the printer. Reinstall the toner cartridge, and then close the front cover. Printing can now be resumed. In the Paper Exit Area If a long portion of the paper is visible, pull it straight out. If not, continue to Step 2.

  • Page 106: Tips For Avoiding Paper Jams When Printing On The A5-Sized Paper

    If paper jams frequently occur when you print on the A5-sized paper: Open the input tray and load paper into the tray as shown below. Open the Xerox Phaser 3150 PCL 6 Printing Properties window, set the paper size to A5 (148x210 mm) from the Paper tab. 6.11...

  • Page 107: Tips For Avoiding Paper Jams

    From the Orientation option of the Layout tab, set the Rotate option to 90º. Select 90 degrees. Click. Click OK to start printing. Tips for Avoiding Paper Jams By selecting the correct paper types, most paper jams can be avoided. If a paper jam occurs, follow the steps outlined in “Clearing Paper Jams”...

  • Page 108: Solving Print Quality Problems

    Solving Print Quality Problems If the inside of the printer is dirty, or paper is improperly loaded, print quality may be reduced. See the table below to troubleshoot the problem. Problem Solution Light or faded If a vertical white streak or faded area appears on the page: print •...
  • Page 109 Problem Solution Vertical lines If black vertical streaks appear on the page: • The drum inside the toner cartridge has probably been AaBbCc scratched. Install a new toner cartridge. AaBbCc If White vertical streaks appear on the page: AaBbCc • The surface of the LSU part inside the machine may be dirty. AaBbCc Clean the LSU (see “Cleaning the Inside”...
  • Page 110 Problem Solution Background Background scatter results from bits of toner distributed on the printed page. scatter • 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.
  • Page 111 Problem Solution Wrinkles or • Ensure that the paper is loaded properly. creases • Check the paper type and quality. See “Paper Specifications” on page 9.3. • Open the rear cover and try printing to the rear output tray (face-up). •...
  • Page 112 Problem Solution Character Voids Character voids are white areas within the parts of characters that should be solid black: • If you are using transparencies, try another type of transparency. Because of the composition of the transparency, some character voids are normal. •...

  • Page 113: Troubleshooting Error Messages

    Troubleshooting Error Messages When the printer experiences an error, the control panel will indicate an error message with the indicator lights. Find the light pattern below that matches the printer light pattern and follow the solutions to clear the error. LED status legend symbol for “light off”...

  • Page 114: Common Windows Problems

    Possible Problems and Solutions pattern • You pressed the button while the printer was receiving data. • In Manual Feed mode, there is no paper in the Tray 1. Load paper into the Tray 1. • If the printer is receiving data, the slowly blinks green.

  • Page 115: Common Linux Problems

    Common Linux Problems Problem Possible Cause and Solution I can’t change settings in You need to have administrator privileges to be able to affect the configuration tool. global settings. I am using the KDE Maybe you do not have the GTK libraries installed. These desktop but the usually come with most Linux distributions, but you may have configuration tool and LLPR...
  • Page 116 Problem Possible Cause and Solution I am using BSD lpr Legacy BSD lpr systems have a hard limitation on the length (Slackware, Debian, older of the option string that can be passed to the printing system. distributions) and some As such, if you selected a number of different options, the options chosen in LLPR limitation length of the options may be exceeded and some of don’t seem to take effect.
  • Page 117 Problem Possible Cause and Solution I have CUPS and some There may be some local options defined in your ~/.lpoptions options (such as N-up) file, which is manipulated by the lpoptions command. These seem to be always enabled options will always be used if not overridden by LLPR settings. even though I don’t pick To get rid of all options for a printer, run the following them in LLPR.

  • Page 118: Using Your Printer In Linux

    SING RINTER IN INUX You can use your printer in a Linux environment. This chapter includes: • Installing the Printer Driver • Using the Configuration Tool • Changing LLPR Properties...

  • Page 119: Installing The Printer Driver

    Installing the Printer Driver System Requirements Supported OS • Redhat 6.2/7.0/7.1 and above • Linux Mandrake 7.1/8.0 and above • SuSE 6.4/7.0/7.1 and above • Debian 2.2 and above • Caldera OpenLinux 2.3/2.4 and above • Turbo Linux 6.0 and above •...
  • Page 120 Insert the printer software CD-ROM. The CD-ROM automatically runs. : If the CD-ROM does not automatically run, click the icon at the bottom of the window. When the Terminal screen appears, type in: cd /mnt/cdrom (the CD-ROM directory) [root@local /root]# ./setup.sh [root@local cdrom]# Select the installation type, either Recommended or...
  • Page 121 The printer driver installation begins. When the installation is completed, click Start. The Linux Printer Configuration window opens. Click the Add Printer icon on the tool bar at the top of the window. : Depending on the printing system in use, the Administrator Login window may appear.
  • Page 122 Click the Connection tab and ensure that the printer port is set properly. If not, change the device setting. You can use the Settings tab and the Queue tab to view the printer’s current settings. If necessary, you can change the settings.

  • Page 123: Changing The Printer Connection Method

    Changing the Printer Connection Method If you change the printer connection method from USB to parallel or vice versa while in use, you must re-configure your Linux printer by adding the printer to your system. Take the following steps: Make sure that you connect the printer to your computer. Turn both the computer and the printer on.

  • Page 124: Uninstalling The Printer Driver

    Uninstalling the Printer Driver From the Startup Menu icon at the bottom of the desktop, select Other and then Configuration Tool. You can also access the Linux Printer Configuration window by typing “linux-config” in the Terminal screen. In the Linux Printer Configuration window, select the Uninstall command from the File menu.

  • Page 125: Using The Configuration Tool

    Click OK to begin uninstallation. When the uninstallation is complete, click Finished. Using the Configuration Tool The configuration tool accesses administrative tasks, including adding and removing a new printer, and changing their global settings. Regular users can also run it to easily inspect job queues, examine the printer properties and change their local preferences.
  • Page 126 The Info tab shows general information about the printer. If you are an Internet user, you can click Go to the Web page for this printer to access the web page. Click the Jobs tab to inspect and manage the job queue for the selected printer.

  • Page 127: Changing Llpr Properties

    Changing LLPR Properties You can fine tune the printer’s properties by opening the LLPR Properties window. To open the LLPR Properties window: From the application you are using, select the Print command. When the Linux LPR window opens, click Properties. Click Properties.
  • Page 128 The LLPR Properties window opens. The following six tabs are at the top of the window: • General - allows you to change the paper size, the paper type, the paper source, the orientation of the documents; enables the duplex feature, adds start and end banners, and changes the number of pages per sheet.
  • Page 129 7.12 SING RINTER IN INUX...

  • Page 130: Printing From Dos Applications

    RINTING PPLICATIONS While your printer is primarily a Windows printer, you can also print from a DOS software Programme using the Remote Control Panel utility provided in the supplied software CD-ROM. This chapter includes: • About the Remote Control Panel •...

  • Page 131: About The Remote Control Panel

    About the Remote Control Panel DOS users have access to many printer features through specific DOS printer drivers; however, many software manufactures do not develop printer drivers for their software programmes. Your printer provides the software control panel for improved printer control when DOS printer drivers are not available or when certain print settings are not available through DOS software programmes.

  • Page 132: Selecting Print Settings

    Control Panel. Starting the Remote Control Panel From the Start menu, select Programs. Select Xerox Phaser 3150 and then Remote Control Panel. The Remote Control Panel window allows you to access all the information you need when using your printer. If necessary, click the other tabs on the top of the window to access other features.

  • Page 133: Using The Remote Control Panel Tabs

    Using the Remote Control Panel Tabs The Remote Control Panel allows you to access the following features: Printing Tab In this tab, you can configure general settings for printing. • Paper Size sets the paper size. • Orientation determines how the output is printed on the page.
  • Page 134 Config Tab You can configure various printer features. • Emulation selects the emulation for printing a document. The factory default is Auto. • 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 frequently, select OFF which keeps the printer ready to print with the minimum warm-up time.
  • Page 135 Job Tab You can set options for improving the quality of your print job. • Toner Density determines the toner density of the page. The default value is Medium. • Paper Type provides the printer with information about the type of paper to be used for a print job. For best results, set this to the paper type you loaded in the tray of the printer.
  • Page 136 Test Tab This tab allows you to print a resident page to test your printer’s performance. • Self Test prints a configuration sheet. A list of the user default settings and the amount of printer memory available prints. • Demo Page prints a demonstration page. It shows the printer features and specifications.
  • Page 137 PCL Tab In this tab, you can configure various settings for PCL emulation. • 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 138 EPSON/IBM Tab You can configure various settings for EPSON/IBM emulation. • Font allows you to select the desired font. • International character set allows you to select a character set of the desired language. • Character Table selects the character sets. •...
  • Page 139 8.10 DOS A RINTING PPLICATIONS...

  • Page 140: Chapter 9: Specifications

    PECIFICATIONS This chapter includes: • Printer Specifications • Paper Specifications...

  • Page 141: Printer Specifications

    Red Hat, Caldera, Debian, Mandrake, Slackware, SuSE and Turbo Linux Print speed will be affected by Operating system used, computing performance, application software, connecting method, media type, media size and job complexity. Sound Pressure Level, ISO 7779 Please visit www.xerox.com/office/3150support to download the latest software version. PECIFICATIONS...

  • Page 142: Paper Specifications

    This may be the result of improper handling, unacceptable temperature and humidity levels, or other variables over which Xerox has no control. • Before purchasing large quantities of paper, ensure that the paper meets the requirements specified in this User’s Guide.

  • Page 143: Supported Sizes Of Paper

    Supported Sizes of Paper Tray2 Weight Dimensions Capacity 216 X 279 mm Letter (8.5 X 11 in.) 210 X 297 mm (8.3 X 11.7 in.) 148 x 210 mm (5.8 x 8.2 in.) 184 X 267 mm Executive (7.25 X 10.5 in.) 250 sheets of 75 216 X 356 mm 60 to 90 g/m...

  • Page 144: Guidelines For Using Paper

    Guidelines for Using Paper For best results, use conventional 75 g/m (20 lb) paper. Ensure that the paper is of good quality, and free of cuts, nicks, tears, spots, loose particles, dust, wrinkles, voids, and curled or bent edges. If you are unsure of what type of paper you are loading, such as bond or recycled paper, check the label on the package.

  • Page 145: Paper Specifications

    Paper Specifications Category Specifications Acid Content 5.5 - 8.0 pH Caliper 0.094 - 0.18 mm (3.0 - 7.0 mils) Curl in Ream Flat within 5 mm (0.02 in.) Cut with sharp blades with no visible Cut Edge Conditions fray. Must not scorch, melt, offset, or release Fusing Compatibility hazardous emissions when heated to 205 °C (400 °F) for 0.1 second.

  • Page 146: Printer And Paper Storage Environment

    Printer and Paper Storage Environment Paper storage environment conditions directly affect the feed operation. Ideally, the printer and paper storage environment should be at or near room temperature, and not too dry or humid. Remember that paper is hygroscopic; it absorbs and loses moisture rapidly. Heat works with humidity to damage paper.

  • Page 147: Envelopes

    Envelopes Envelope construction is critical. Envelope fold lines can vary considerably, not only between manufacturers, but also within a box from the same manufacturer. Successful printing on envelopes depends upon the quality of the envelopes. When selecting envelopes, consider the following components: •...

  • Page 148: Envelopes With Double Side Seams

    Envelopes with Double Side Seams Double side-seam construction has vertical seams at both ends of the envelope rather than diagonal seams. This style may be more likely to wrinkle. Be sure the seam extends all the way to the corner of the envelope as illustrated below. Correct Incorrect Envelopes with Adhesive Strips or Flaps...

  • Page 149: Labels

    Labels AUTIONS • To avoid damaging the printer, use only labels recommended for laser printers. • To prevent serious jams, always use the Tray 1 to print labels and always use the rear output tray. • Never print on the same sheet of labels more than once and never print on a partial sheet of labels.
  • Page 150 NDEX cancel, print job 4.4 labels, print 3.17 card stock, print 3.21 Linux cleaning sheet, print 5.7 common problems 6.20 components 1.4 configuration tool 7.8 configuration page, print 4.19 driver, install 7.2 connect LLPR properties 7.10 parallel 2.12 load, paper power cord 2.13 in the Tray 1 3.8 USB 2.11...
  • Page 151 print order, set 4.18 print quality problems 6.13 software print quality problems, solve 6.13 install 2.17 print resolution, set 4.16 overview 2.15 printer software system requirements 2.16 install uninstall 2.18 in Linux 7.2 specification in Windows 2.16 paper 9.3 uninstall printer 9.2 in Linux 7.7 Status Monitor, use 4.20...

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