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INSTRUCTION HANDBOOK
Laser Printer
DP-2800
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The DP-2800 in this photograph is equipped with two optional paper feeders (ST-1000)
and an optional document finisher (F-8118).
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  • Page 1 Please read the instruction handbook before using the printer. Keep it close to the printer for easy reference. INSTRUCTION HANDBOOK DP-2800 Laser Printer The DP-2800 in this photograph is equipped with two optional paper feeders (ST-1000) and an optional document finisher (F-8118).
  • Page 2 Introduction Please read the instruction handbook before using the printer. Keep it close to the printer for easy reference. The sections of this handbook and parts of the printer marked with symbol indicates that the related section includes information on symbols are safety warnings meant to protect the user, other individuals prohibited actions.
  • Page 3 Introduction Caution NO LIABILITY IS ASSUMED FOR ANY DAMAGE CAUSED BY IMPROPER INSTALLATION. Notice on Software_____________________________________________________________________________________ SOFTWARE USED WITH THIS PRINTER MUST SUPPORT THE PRINTER’S NATIVE MODE OR ONE OF ITS EMULATION MODES. The printer is factory set to emulate the HP LaserJet 5Si. The emulation mode can be changed by following the procedures described in Chapter 2. Notice _______________________________________________________________________________________________ The information in this manual is subject to change without notification.
  • Page 4 Introduction IBM PROGRAM LICENSE AGREEMENT ____________________________________________________________________ THE DEVICE YOU HAVE PURCHASED CONTAINS ONE OR MORE SOFTWARE PROGRAMS (“PROGRAMS”) WHICH BELONG TO INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION (“IBM”). THIS DOCUMENT DEFINES THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS UNDER WHICH THE SOFTWARE IS BEING LICENSED TO YOU BY IBM. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS LICENSE, THEN WITHIN 14 DAYS AFTER YOUR ACQUISITION OF THE DEVICE YOU MAY RETURN THE DEVICE FOR A FULL REFUND.
  • Page 5 Introduction 3. Limitation of Remedies IBM’s entire liability under this license is the following; For any claim (including fundamental breach), in any form, related in any way to this license, IBM’s liability will be for actual damages only and will be limited to the greater of: the equivalent of U.S.
  • Page 6 Introduction Typeface Trademark Acknowledgement____________________________________________________________________ All resident fonts in this printer are licensed from Bitstream Inc., Cambridge, Massachusetts, U.S.A. Dutch801, Swiss742, Incised901, ZapfCalligraphic801, ZapfHumanist601, OriginalGaramond, and Chianti are trademarks of Bitstream Inc. Centutry Schoolbook, Stymie, and Cooper-Black are trademarks of Kingsley-ATF Type Corporation. ITC ZapfDingbats, ITC Souvenir, ITC Benguiat, and ITC Bookman are registered trademarks of International Type-face Corporation.

  • Page 7: Fcc Statement

    Introduction FCC statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 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.
  • Page 8 Introduction To use equipment which does not comply with FCC rules is prohibited. The printer may be optionally installed with the following units: Conforming to the Class B limits · ST-1000 Paper Feeder (500 sheets) · EF-100 Envelope Feeder · UF-100 Universal Feeder ·...

  • Page 9: Interface Connectors

    Introduction Interface connectors Important note on the interface connectors Be sure to turn off printer power before connecting or disconnecting an interface cable* to the printer. For protection against static discharge which may be applied to the printer’s internal electronics through the interface connector(s), keep any interface connector which is not in use capped using the protective cap supplied.
  • Page 10 Introduction CAUTION Laser radiation when open. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS. * Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
  • Page 11 Introduction CDRH regulations The Center of Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration implemented regulations for laser products on August 2, 1976. These regulations apply to laser products manufactured after August 1, 1976. Compliance is mandatory for products marketed in the United States.
  • Page 12 Introduction Declaration of Conformity (U.S.A.) Model Number: DP-2800 Trade Name: Mita Responsible Party: MITA COPYSTAR AMERICA, INC. Address: 225 Sand Road, P.O.Box 40008 Fairfield New Jersey 07004-0008 Telephone number: 973-808-8444 Fax number: 973-882-6000 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules, Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 13 Introduction Canadian Department of Communications compliance statement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Avis de conformité aux normes du ministère des Communications du Canada Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Safety &...
  • Page 14 Introduction Disclaimer We shall have no liability or responsibility to customers or any other person or entity with respect to any liability, loss or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by equipment sold or furnished by us, including but not limited to, any interruption of service, loss of business or anticipatory profits, or consequential damages resulting from the use or operation of the equipment or software.
  • Page 15 Introduction ENERGY STAR As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Mita (Mita Copystar America, Inc.) has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. * ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark.

  • Page 16: High Speed Printing

    Introduction Introduction The laser printer has many extremely desirable features. It was designed to make a contribution to a cleaner environment as well as to represent the latest generation of page printer technology. Superb print quality With an amorphous silicon drum, microfine ceramic toner, and the latest technology from us such as KIR function*, this laser printer delivers superb print quality and clarity.
  • Page 17 Introduction Environmentally benign waste parts The toner container is made out of a benign, flammable material. (Be sure to dispose of containers according to local laws and regulations.) Large paper capacity cassettes Equipped at the bottom with a two-stage paper feeder, each paper cassette can hold approximately 500 sheets (80 g/m , 0.11 mm thickness).
  • Page 18 Introduction PDF417 two-dimensional bar code The printer includes the capability that allows the user to implement the two-dimensional stacked bar code symbology, PDF417, or Portable Data File 417. This expanded functionality is achieved by using the PRESCRIBE IIe language commands. Automatic rotation of fonts and graphics Images and scalable fonts are automatically rotated to match the page orientation.
  • Page 19 Introduction Large memory capacity This printer comes standard equipped with 4 MB of memory. This can be extended up to 68 MB of memory through optional expansion of memory. Expandable interface Equipped with slots for installing optional interfaces, the interfaces of this printer can be expanded to meet the specific operating environment.

  • Page 20: Table Of Contents

    Introduction Contents Chapter 1 Safetyguards and Installing the Page Printer....1-1 Caution Labels ......................1- 2 Installation Precautions .................... 1- 3 Precautions for use ....................1- 5 Unpacking and Inspection.................... 1- 7 Moving the Printer ......................1-10 Names of Parts ......................1-11 Setup and Connections....................
  • Page 21 Contents Chapter 3 Fonts ................3-1 Bitmap and Scalable Fonts ..................3- 2 List of Fonts........................3- 3 Symbol Set........................3- 8 Chapter 4 Maintenance ..............4-1 Toner Container Replacement ..................4- 2 Cleaning ........................4-10 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting............. 5-1 General Guide......................

  • Page 22: Chapter 1 Safetyguards And Installing The Page Printer

    Chapter 1 Safetyguards and Installing the Page Printer Chapter 1 Safetyguards and Installing the Page Printer This chapter uses illustrations to explain the names of parts of this printer, how to use it, its environmental requirements, and how to install it. Caution Labels..............

  • Page 23: Caution Labels

    Caution Lables Caution Labels Caution labels have been attached to the printer at the following locations for safety purposes. BE SUFFICIENTLY CAREFUL to avoid fire or electric shock when removing a paper jam or when replacing toner. Label 1 High temperature inside. Do not touch parts in this area, because there is a danger of getting burned.

  • Page 24: Installation Precautions

    Chapter 1 Safetygaurds and Installing the Page Printer Installation Precautions Environment Other precautions • Adverse environmental conditions may affect the safe operation and performance of the printer. Install in an air-conditioned room CAUTION (recommended room temperature: around 20°C, humidity: around 65%RH) •...
  • Page 25 Installation Precautions Power supply/Grounding the printer • If the power from the outlet itself appears to be unstable, a line stabilizer should be used. In places where the voltage tends to fluctuate, it may be necessary to install a voltage regulator. WARNING •...

  • Page 26: Precautions For Use

    Chapter 1 Safetygaurds and Installing the Page Printer Precautions for use Cautions when using the printer • DO NOT remove or connect the power plug with wet hands, as there is a danger of electrical shock..........WARNING • For safety purposes, ALWAYS remove the power plug from the •...
  • Page 27 Precautions for use • If dust accumulates within the printer, there is a danger of fire or Other precautions other trouble. It is therefore recommended that you consult with • Always read the safety instructions which are included in the box or printed your service representative in regard to cleaning of internal parts.

  • Page 28: Unpacking And Inspection

    Chapter 1 Safetyguards and Installing the Page Printer Unpacking and Inspection Remove the printer from the package according to the steps given below. (See figure on next page.) After removing the printer, check that nothing is missing against the list of packaged contents. CAUTION Be sure that two or more people unpack and install the printer.
  • Page 29 Unpacking and Inspection Contents of Printer Box and How to Remove Them Power Cord Drum Unit Cover* Toner Kit (toner container, cleaning cloth) INSTALLATION HANDBOOK, CD-ROM contains INSTRUCTION HANDBOOK, printer drivers, etc. Remove the tape used for packaging as shown in the diagram rather than cutting with a cutter.
  • Page 30 Chapter 1 Safetyguards and Installing the Page Printer How to Remove the Paper Feeder 1- 9...

  • Page 31: Moving The Printer

    Moving the Printer Moving the Printer Note the following items when moving the printer. CAUTION Be sure that two or more people lift the printer. Grasp the handholds indicated in the figure below and lift carefully so as not to hurt your back. Be sure to lift the printer gently, keeping it horizontal, to prevent toner from soiling the inside of the printer.

  • Page 32: Names Of Parts

    Chapter 1 Safetyguards and Installing the Page Printer Names of Parts Front View/Side View Face-Down Output Tray Power Switch Paper Full Sensor Vent Paper Stopper Control Panel Connector for Optional Feeder* MP (Multi-Purpose) Tray Side Cover Front Cover Paper Feeder Side Cover Upper Paper Feed Cassette...
  • Page 33 Names of Parts Rear View Interior View Slot Cover for Optional Hardware Memory Card Slot Toner Container Release Lever (Green) Parallel Interface Connector* Toner Top Cover Container Power Cord Connector Drum Unit Drum Unit Release Lever (Green) (Service use only) Fuser Unit Rear Panel Serial Interface...
  • Page 34 Chapter 1 Safetyguards and Installing the Page Printer Setup and Connections Set up the printer according to the following steps. Install the printer on the paper feeder................Page 1-14 Open the top cover......................Page 1-15 Install the toner container....................Page 1-16 Close the top cover.

  • Page 35: Setup And Connections

    Setup and Connections Install the printer on the paper feeder. Align the installation holes on the bottom of the printer with the positioning pins on top of the paper feeder and slowly lower the printer into place. Check that the connector on top of the paper feeder is properly connected to the connector on the bottom of the printer.

  • Page 36: Open The Top Cover

    Chapter 1 Safetyguards and Installing the Page Printer Open the top cover. Remove the packing tape stuck to the printer and gently lift the top cover as far as it will go. Top Cover 1- 15...

  • Page 37: Install The Toner Container

    Setup and Connections Install the toner container. Take the toner container from the toner kit. Shake the toner container with the protective seal facing up as shown in the figure five times or more to thoroughly mix the toner inside. Shake five or more times Toner Container...
  • Page 38 Chapter 1 Safetyguards and Installing the Page Printer Check that the two toner container release levers are positioned to the right (released) as shown in the figure. If not positioned to the right, slide them to the right until they stop. Toner Container Release Levers (positioned to right) Align the ends of the toner container with the grooves to the left and right inside the printer as...
  • Page 39 Setup and Connections Check that the toner container is installed in the correct position, and push forcefully on the top of the toner container. After the toner container is installed, set the two toner container release levers to the left position (fixed).

  • Page 40: Close The Top Cover

    Chapter 1 Safetyguards and Installing the Page Printer Close the top cover. Close the top cover. Top Cover Adjust the paper guide on the paper feed cassette. The paper feed cassette attached to the paper feeder located at the bottom of the printer can be used to supply standard paper from A5 size up to ledger size by adjusting its paper guide and paper stopper position.
  • Page 41 Setup and Connections Paper feed cassette position Paper Guide : Paper Size Indicator Position Paper Stopper Paper Guide Front Side Pull out the paper feed cassette until it stops. Open the paper feed roller located on the right side of the cassette until it stops as shown in the figure.
  • Page 42 Chapter 1 Safetyguards and Installing the Page Printer Paper Limit Indicator Paper Stopper Paper Feed Cassette Paper Guide Do not touch the rubber part of the paper feed unit. 1- 21...

  • Page 43: Add Paper

    Setup and Connections Add paper. Try as much as possible to use fresh paper which has just been opened. Paper which has been stored long periods contains moisture and may result in sheets sticking together and/or paper jams. For specifications on the paper which can be used with this printer, please refer to Appendix B Paper Selection.
  • Page 44 Chapter 1 Safetyguards and Installing the Page Printer Close the paper feed cassette. Paper is added to the second paper feed cassette in the same way. Size indicator plates are also supplied. Place these on the front of the cassette according to the paper size inside to make it easy to know the current paper size.

  • Page 45: Open The Paper Stopper On The Face-Down Tray (If Required)

    Setup and Connections Open the paper stopper on the face-down tray (if required). Raise the paper stopper on the face-down tray. Paper Stopper Open the face-up output tray (when the tray is being used). Use the face-up output tray when you wish paper to be stacked with the printed side facing up (reverse order).

  • Page 46: Connect The Printer To The Computer

    Chapter 1 Safetyguards and Installing the Page Printer Connect the printer to the computer. CAUTION Before performing this step, be sure to turn off the printer's power switch and unplug the power plug from the power outlet. Failure to do so may result in electric shock.

  • Page 47: Parallel Interface Connection

    Setup and Connections Parallel Interface Connection Plug one end of the printer cable into the connector on the printer marked with a (parallel) symbol. Close the clips on both sides to fix the connector in place. Clips Printer Cable Plug the other end of the printer cable into the computer’s parallel (Centronics) interface connector.

  • Page 48: 10. Attach The Power Cord

    Chapter 1 Safetyguards and Installing the Page Printer 10. Attach the power cord. CAUTION Be sure the printer's power switch is turned off. Note______________________________________________________________________ Only use the power cord supplied with the printer. Plug the power cord into the power cord connector on the rear side of the printer. Power Cord Connector Power Cord Connect the other end of the power cord into a power outlet.

  • Page 49: 11. Test The Printer

    Setup and Connections 11. Test the printer. Use the following procedure to test the printer and print out a status page indicating factory settings. For details on the indicators and keys on the printer’s control panel, please refer to Chapter 2 Control Panel.

  • Page 50: 12. Test The Interface With The Computer

    Chapter 1 Safetyguards and Installing the Page Printer 12. Test the interface with the computer. In order to check that the printer and the computer are properly connected you must print by sending an actual command from the computer. Turn on the printer's power switch and turn on the computer’s power as well. Wait until the message display switches from Self test to Ready.

  • Page 51: 13. Install The Printer Driver

    Setup and Connections 13. Install the printer driver. A CD-ROM containing a printer driver for Windows (Windows 3.1, Windows 95 and Windows NT 3.51/4.0) is supplied with this printer. Once this printer driver is installed on the computer, it is possible to make various settings for this printer from within Windows applications.
  • Page 52 Chapter 1 Safetyguards and Installing the Page Printer “ The printer folder will open. Double click on Add printer.” “ The Printer Wizard screen will appear. Click on Next >.” A screen for selecting the printer to be connected will appear. Select the most appropriate “...
  • Page 53 Setup and Connections “ “ Select DP-2800,” click on Next >,” and follow the on-screen instructions to install. Once the driver has been properly installed, the printer icon will be added to the printers folder. Note______________________________________________________________________ When printing under Windows 95, be sure to set the emulation of this printer to HP LaserJet 5Si (default setting).
  • Page 54 Chapter 1 Safetyguards and Installing the Page Printer Installing Under Windows 3.1 Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of the computer. Double click on the Control Panel. Double click on “Printers.” 1- 33...
  • Page 55 Setup and Connections “ Click on Add >>.” “ “ A screen for List of Printers:” will appear. From the choices, click on Install Unlisted or Updated Printer.” 1- 34...
  • Page 56 The install printer menu will appear. Enter [CD-ROM Drive Name]: \” and click on OK.” Select “DP-2800” from the printers displayed and click on “OK.” Once the driver has been installed, close the Control Panel by clicking on “Close.” 1- 35...

  • Page 57: The Multi-Purpose Tray

    The Multi-Purpose Tray The Multi-Purpose Tray The multi-purpose tray is incorporated on the right side of the printer. It can be used in one of three modes: first mode, cassette mode or manual mode. The multi-purpose tray can hold about 100 sheets of paper (0.11 mm thickness).
  • Page 58 Chapter 1 Safetyguards and Installing the Page Printer Feeding from the Multi-Purpose Tray Open the multi-purpose tray as shown in the figure. Multi-purpose tray 2. Open the sub tray and adjust the paper guides according to the width of the paper to be fed. Paper guides Sub tray Note:...
  • Page 59 The Multi-Purpose Tray Check that the message Ready is displayed in the printer's message display, and that the ON LINE indicator is lit. Set the paper source to the multi-purpose tray by pressing the FEED key until the message display indicates MP tray. The multi-purpose tray indicator on the control panel will flash, and Add paper will be displayed.

  • Page 60: Cassette Mode

    Chapter 1 Safetyguards and Installing the Page Printer Cassette Mode Press the MODE key to display MP tray mode >. After pressing the ENTER key, the mode display is changed by pressing the + and – keys. Display Cassette and then press the ENTER key. MP tray mode >...

  • Page 61: Manual Mode

    The Multi-Purpose Tray Manual mode Press the MODE key to display MP tray mode >. After pressing the ENTER key, the mode display is changed by pressing the + and – keys. Display Manual and then press the ENTER key. MP tray mode >...

  • Page 62: Feeding Envelopes

    Chapter 1 Safetyguards and Installing the Page Printer The message display will display Processing after which the message Set paper Press CONTINUE will be displayed. If you want to abandon the manual feeding procedure, press the CANCEL key. The message display will indicate Print Cancel? Current job.

  • Page 63: Expanding Memory

    Expanding Memory Expanding Memory The printer comes standard equipped with 4 MB of main memory. However, more complex pages can be printed and processing speed increased by expanding the printer's memory. There are two slots available in the printer for expanding memory. Printer memory can be expanded to up to 68 MB by installing optional extended memory chips (SIMMs) in these slots.
  • Page 64 Chapter 1 Safetyguards and Installing the Page Printer The description given below is intended for service personnel. Precautions on the Handling of Extended SIMMs Static electricity which may accumulate in the human body through walking on carpets or other such surfaces is the enemy of SIMMs loaded with many semiconductor chips.

  • Page 65: Installing Simms

    Expanding Memory Installing SIMMs Insert the SIMM or SIMMs into the dedicated sockets on the printer's main board. WARNING Take precautions that no foreign substances such as metal chips or liquid get inside the printer during the installation process. Operation of the printer during the presence of a foreign substance may lead to fire or electric shock.
  • Page 66 Chapter 1 Safetyguards and Installing the Page Printer Turn off the printer's power and disconnect the power cord and all cables connected to the printer. Remove the six screws on the printer's rear cover, and remove the rear panel. There are two sockets for installing SIMMs located on the main board.
  • Page 67 Expanding Memory Remove the SIMM or SIMMs from the package. À Align the connector side of the SIMM with the socket groove paying attention to the left and right sides of the SIMM. Á Gently push both sides of the top edge of the SIMM into the groove and gently push it upright.
  • Page 68 Chapter 1 Safetyguards and Installing the Page Printer To remove a SIMM from a socket, open the catches on both sides of the socket as shown in the figure. Remove the SIMM from the socket. Catch Catch After the SIMMs have been installed, reattach the rear cover on the printer and tighten all six screws securely.
  • Page 69 Expanding Memory Testing Extended Memory Check that the power switch is off, plug the power cord into the printer, and turn the power on. Wait for the printer's ON LINE indicator to light and the message display to read Ready, and press the STATUS key.

  • Page 70: Chapter 2 Operating The Page Printer

    Chapter 2 Operating the Page Printer Chapter 2 Operating the Page Printer This chapter explains the printer's control panel and operating procedures. It also covers operations which use the memory cards. Control panel ..............2- 2 Operating Procedures............2- 11 Mode Selection Menu ............

  • Page 71: Control Panel

    Control Panel Control Panel The printer control panel consists of indicators, a message display, and various keys. Symbolic Indicators FORM FEED/ + key ON LINE Key CONTINUE/ MODE/ CANCEL Key EXIT Key Message Display - key STACK Key ENTER/STATUS key FEED Key Nearly all of the printer modes set using keys on the control panel are automatically recorded within the printer, and are not lost even if power is turned off.

  • Page 72: Message Display

    Chapter 2 Operating the Page Printer Message Display The message display displays the printer's operational mode. Messages which are displayed and their meaning are given in the table below. Message Meaning The printer is self-testing and warming up after power-up and is not ready to Self test print.

  • Page 73: Interface Indicator

    Control Panel Interface Indicator The interface indicator indicates the interface over which data is currently being received or was last received. When an optional interface such as a network interface is installed in the printer, this indicator displays the information in the table below depending on the interface used. Display Description Parallel interface...

  • Page 74: Paper Size Indicator

    Chapter 2 Operating the Page Printer Paper Size Indicator The paper size indicator indicates the paper size of the cassette currently installed in the printer (factory setting is A3) or the paper size currently set for the multi-purpose tray. During printing the paper size specified by the computer in data being sent to the printer will be displayed.

  • Page 75: Copy Indicator

    Control Panel Copy Indicator Indicates the number of copies set in the current interface (001 – 999), and the number is reduced as printing proceeds. Indicator Refer to the table below for the names and meanings of indicators on the control panel. Indicators on the Control Panel Indicator Name...
  • Page 76 Chapter 2 Operating the Page Printer Indicator Name Description Multi-purpose feed Flashing: Indicates that there is no paper in the tray or that indicator paper is jammed near the multi-purpose tray. Lit: Indicates when paper is fed from the multi-purpose feed tray.
  • Page 77 Control Panel About the LED Indicator for the Paper Feed Cassettes The size indicator plate on the front of the paper feed cassettes is illuminated by LED. This LED indicates the status of the cassettes as follows depending on whether it is on, off or flashing. LED Status Meaning Flashing quickly...

  • Page 78: Control Keys

    Chapter 2 Operating the Page Printer Control Keys The functions of each key are given in the table below. Function ON LINE key Pauses and restarts printing. Data can be sent even while printing is paused. (See page 2-16.) CANCEL key (1) This key can be used to cancel mode selection during mode selection or cancel printing during printing.
  • Page 79 Control Panel Function CONTINUE/ (1) This key forcibly cancels errors and resume printing when printing is halted due to 3 key errors such as memory overflow. (2) This key functions as the 3 key during mode selection. It moves upward in the mode select menu and moves the cursor left.

  • Page 80: Operating Procedures

    Chapter 2 Operating the Page Printer Operating Procedures This section explains basic operations of the printer and procedures leading up to and including printing. Operating Precautions · Do not turn off power during printing. This may result in a paper jam or damage to the printer. ·...

  • Page 81: Switching Power On

    Operating Procedures Switching Power On Check that the power cord is securely plugged in at both ends. Check that the printer is connected to the computer (See page 1-25). Push the power switch to the ON ( | ) position. Power Switch Wait for the printer to warm up.

  • Page 82: Basic Printing Operations

    Chapter 2 Operating the Page Printer Basic Printing Operations The flow of basic operations to print is given below. Keys on the control panel are explained after that. For details on using the MODE key, be sure to read the section “Mode Select Menu” at the end of this manual in conjunction with this section.

  • Page 83: Selecting The Output Tray

    Operating Procedures Selecting the Output Tray Printed paper can be output on either the face-up output tray or the face-down output tray. Selecting the face-up output tray will cause paper to be stacked with the printed surface facing up. Selecting the face-down output tray will cause paper to be stacked with the printed surface facing down.

  • Page 84: Feed Selection

    Chapter 2 Operating the Page Printer Feed Selection Use the FEED key to select whether to feed paper from one of the paper feed cassettes or from the multi-purpose tray. If optional paper feeders (ST-1000 or EF-100/UF-100) are installed, any of these can also be selected.
  • Page 85 Operating Procedures MP (multi-purpose) tray indicator Cassette indicator Switching Online/Offline After printing starts, it is possible to interrupt printing to check whether the print job is coming out as anticipated. Pressing the ON LINE key during data processing will cause the ON LINE indicator to go out and pressing it during printing will cause the printer to stop after the page currently being printed is finished.

  • Page 86: Canceling Printing

    Chapter 2 Operating the Page Printer Canceling Printing Perform the following procedure when you wish to cancel printing after it has begun. Check if the message Processing is displayed in the message display. Press the ON LINE key to take the printer offline. Perform the necessary procedure on the computer to halt printing.
  • Page 87 Operating Procedures Press the CANCEL key again if you wish to stop the cancellation of printing. Press the ON LINE key to put the printer back online to continue with other print jobs. Notes_____________________________________________________________________ · Canceling data from the computer using the CANCEL key will restore temporary settings to their default values.

  • Page 88: Status Printout

    Chapter 2 Operating the Page Printer Status Printout It is possible to print out and check the printer's current status including unit emulation, font, printing range, and memory usage. Check that the ON LINE indicator lit and that the message Ready is displayed in the message display.
  • Page 89 Operating Procedures Sample Status Page 2-20...
  • Page 90 Chapter 2 Operating the Page Printer Software version This information shows the software version and date of issue of the printer. Hardware information This information shows the currently selected paper feed source (indicated by an asterisk), paper size, and main settings of the printer. Page information This information shows the currently selected resolution and number of copies.
  • Page 91 Operating Procedures Interface information This information shows all interfaces installed in the printer and the currently selected interface. Fonts at startup (for each interface) This shows the font automatically selected when the printer starts up (default font). It is possible to set different fonts for the parallel interface and the serial interface.

  • Page 92: Form Feed

    Chapter 2 Operating the Page Printer Form Feed Depending on the software, the message Waiting may be displayed in the message display when you get to the end of a print job. This occurs when the software does not issue a final form feed to the printer indicating the end of the print data.

  • Page 93: Mode Selection Menu

    Mode Selection Menu Mode Selection Menu This section explains the menu hierarchy used for all menus which can be set and selected using the MODE key. The MODE key can be used to display all of the menus in the table below. This mode selection menu conforms to the menu hierarchy given at the end of this manual.
  • Page 94 Chapter 2 Operating the Page Printer Menu Description Default Setting Set the number of copies to be printed. This can be set up Number of copies to 999. Switches the printer emulation. HP LaserJet 5Si Emulation > The mode can be further set if KC-GL emulation is set. >...
  • Page 95 Mode Selection Menu Menu Description Default Setting This is displayed when an optional duplex printing unit (AD- None Duplex mode 31) is installed. Select the duplex printing mode (long edge or short edge). The following sub-menus can be displayed by pressing the Others >...

  • Page 96: Configuring Interfaces

    Chapter 2 Operating the Page Printer Configuring Interfaces The printer is equipped with both a parallel and serial interface. Independent settings can be made for each interface. Optional interfaces can also be installed. To configure each interface, press the MODE key and use the + or - key to select the interface you wish to make settings for.

  • Page 97: Emulation Selection

    Reduction (Page Set) Emulation Selection The following emulations can be selected for this printer. The emulation selected is stored even while the printer's power is off. Line printer IBM Proprinter Diablo 630 Epson LQ-850 HP LaserJet 5Si (Default setting) KC-GL KC-GL Emulation The following settings can be made from the sub-menu when KC-GL emulation is selected.

  • Page 98: Reduction

    Chapter 2 Operating the Page Printer Reduction (Page Set) Make settings on the page set menu to print at a reduced size. This menu is used to set the source paper size and the paper size to use after reduction. These settings can be made from within programs or files using the PRESCRIBE SPSZ command.
  • Page 99 Reduction (Page Set) It is possible to set the following paper sizes (envelope) when using the PRESCRIBE SPSZ command. The message display will show the messages given in the following table. For details on the SPSZ command, see Chapter 6. Source Size-Target Size Combinations Source Size Indicator Target Size Indicator...
  • Page 100 Chapter 2 Operating the Page Printer Source Size Indicator Target Size Indicator Reduction/Enlargement Ratio 100% (21 ´ 29.7 cm) A4 98% 100% (25.7 ´ 36.4 cm) B4 98% 100% (29.7 ´ 42 cm) A3 98% 2-31...

  • Page 101: Memory Cards

    Memory Cards Memory Cards This printer is equipped with memory card slots. This allows, for example, the use of fonts other than internal fonts by using an optional font card. If a JEIDA Ver. 4.2 memory card is used, it is possible to read, write and delete data and format the memory card.

  • Page 102: Operating A Memory Card

    Chapter 2 Operating the Page Printer Notes_____________________________________________________________________ Follow the precautions below when handling memory cards. · Memory cards are sensitive to static electricity. Before handling a memory card, be sure to eliminate any static electricity which may have built up on your body or clothing by touching a metallic object.

  • Page 103: Reading Fonts From A Memory Card

    Memory Cards Note that only reading fonts and printing a list of partitions are possible when a font card is inserted. The following sections explain each of these operations. Each operation is described below. Reading Fonts from a Memory Card Fonts can be read into the printer's internal memory from optional font cards.

  • Page 104: Reading Macros From A Memory Card

    Chapter 2 Operating the Page Printer Reading Macros from a Memory Card Macro data on a memory card can be registered on the printer. Registered macro data can be used just like macro data located in printer memory. If a memory card already containing macro data is inserted in the printer, that macro data will be read into the printer automatically when the printer's power is turned on.
  • Page 105 Memory Cards Notes_____________________________________________________________________ · If the name of a macro on the memory card is the same as that in printer memory, the macro data on the memory card with the conflicting name will not be registered. · Registered macro data will be lost if the memory card is pulled out. Re-execute >Read macro if this happens.
  • Page 106 Chapter 2 Operating the Page Printer Writing Data (Partitions) to a Memory Card Data sent from the computer can be written on a memory card. Data written on the card can be read into printer memory by key operations from the control panel of the printer. Assuming the card has enough memory capacity, up to 127 partitions can be written on a single card.
  • Page 107 Memory Cards Check that the message display has changed to Waiting and press the FORM FEED key. The printer will automatically print the data just written (example below). This printout can be used to check the name (partition name) under which data was written and confirm that it was written properly. Slot number: Slot name for the memory card (only A is supported) Data type: Data type (only 2 is supported) Partition name: Name of the partition (data) written...

  • Page 108: Deleting Data From A Memory Card

    Chapter 2 Operating the Page Printer Deleting Data from a Memory Card It is possible to delete data names on a memory card one at a time. Check that the memory card can be written (that write-protection is released). Bring up the menu >Delete data on the message display. This display only appears if the memory card contains data.
  • Page 109 Memory Cards Bring up the menu >Format on the message display. Press the ENTER key. ? will appear. Pressing the ENTER key again will cause Processing to appear in the message display and the memory card will be formatted. The printer will print memory card formatting information (example below) after initialization is finished.
  • Page 110 Chapter 2 Operating the Page Printer Printing a List of Data Names (Partitions) This operation prints the contents (data names, data size, etc.) of the memory card inserted in the memory card slot. Bring up the menu >List of Partitions on the message display. Press the ENTER key.
  • Page 111 Memory Cards Note______________________________________________________________________ "Remaining Size" in the partition list indicates the amount of remaining memory on the memory card. Since the system uses about 70 bytes to write a piece of data on the memory card, the actual available memory on the card is a little less than that displayed. 2-42...

  • Page 112: Sleep Timer Setting

    Chapter 2 Operating the Page Printer Sleep Timer Setting This printer is equipped with a sleep timer function for conserving energy in cases where there has been no operation from the control panel or data has not been received for a predetermined period of time.

  • Page 113: Dumping Received Data

    Dumping Received Data Dumping Received Data It is possible to print data received by the printer as hexadecimal code for the purposes of debugging programs and files. Pressing the ENTER key once while >Print HEX-DUMP is shown on the message display will cause a ? to flash.

  • Page 114: Kir Level

    Chapter 2 Operating the Page Printer KIR Level This printer incorporates the KIR smoothing function. KIR provides high quality printing by providing a software-type improvement to the resolution. You can choose the most suitable KIR mode from one of three levels. The KIR setting is None.
  • Page 115 KIR Level Status page KIR Checking Lines KIR Setting Description Optimized stripes The current KIR setting is optimal. Dark vertical stripes The KIR mode currently set is too strong. Set the KIR mode to Light or Medium . Try printing the test pattern again. If you still get dark vertical stripes, adjust the print density control to a lighter setting.

  • Page 116: Ecoprint Mode

    Chapter 2 Operating the Page Printer Ecoprint mode The Ecoprint enables you to reduce the amount of toner consumed on the page so as to save your printing costs. The factory-setting is off. Ecoprint is On Ecoprint is Off (default) Notes_____________________________________________________________________ ·...

  • Page 117: Resource Protection

    Resource Protection Resource Protection When you switch from the HP LaserJet 5Si emulation to another, all downloaded fonts and macros are lost. Resource protection preserves these PCL resources in memory so that they are intact when you change the emulation back to HP LaserJet 5Si. By using the printer's >Resource prot., you can select from two resource protection modes as follows: >Resource prot.

  • Page 118: Adjusting The Print Density

    Resource Protection Adjusting the Print Density If necessary, the print density can be adjusted from the MODE SELECT MENU. The required print density can be selected from five different steps (01 – 05). The factory setting is 03 , and there is normally no need to alter this setting.
  • Page 119 Resource Protection Type of Error and Corresponding Audio Alarm (Buzzer) Priority Error Message Alarm Frequency Remarks short beeps Face-down tray High paper full short beeps Option Stacker paper full short beeps Replace Toner Clean printer short beeps Paper jam short beeps Memory overflow Press CONTINUE short beeps...
  • Page 120 Resource Protection The alarm will continue to sound while the error condition continues (if the printer is in the sleep mode, the alarm will be silent for that period alone). The alarm will cease to sound, however, when the CANCEL key is pressed. To rectify the various error conditions listed above, please refer to Chapter 5 of this manual, or to the operating manuals accompanying the various optional equipment.

  • Page 121: Chapter 3 Fonts

    Chapter 3 Fonts Chapter 3 Fonts This chapter describes the types of fonts you can use with the printer, including the printer’s resident and KPDL fonts (option), and symbol sets. Bitmap and Scalable Fonts............3-2 List of Fonts ................3-3 Symbol Set ................

  • Page 122: Bitmap And Scalable Fonts

    Bitmap and Scalable Fonts Bitmap and Scalable Fonts A font is a set of characters of a particular design. The design is referred to as a typeface. Several characteristics identify a font. These include the font type (bit map or scalable), symbol set, spacing, pitch, height, style, stroke weight, and typeface family.

  • Page 123: List Of Fonts

    Chapter 3 Fonts List of Fonts This section contains a full list of the printer’s resident fonts. You can print the same font list from the printer by using the printer’s control panel key. To print a list of fonts, refer to Mode Select Menu, at the end of this HANDBOOK. Bitmap Fonts The printer has 79 resident bitmap fonts.
  • Page 124 Bitmap and Scalable Fonts Resident Scalable Fonts (1)
  • Page 125 Chapter 3 Fonts Resident Scalable Fonts (2)
  • Page 126 Bitmap and Scalable Fonts KPDL Fonts (1) This is a sample of Century-Schoolbook-SWA font. This is a sample of Century-Schoolbook-ItalicSWA font. This is a sample of Century-Schoolbook-BoldSWA font. This is a sample of Century-Schoolbook-BoldItSWA font. This is a sample of Courier-SWA font. This is a sample of Courier-ItalicSWA font.
  • Page 127 Chapter 3 Fonts KPDL Fonts (2) This is a sample of ITC-Korinna-RegularSWA font. This is a sample of ITC-Korinna-BoldSWA font. This is a sample of ITC-Korinna-KursivRegularSWA font. This is a sample of ITC-Korinna-KursivBoldSWA font. This is a sample of ITC-Zapf-Chancery-MediumItSWA font. This is a sample of ITC-Zapf-Dingbats-SWA font.

  • Page 128: Symbol Set

    Symbols Set Symbol Set A symbol set is the set of alphabetical and numerical characters and symbols the printer prints. Each character is assigned to a particular character code. The page printer offers not only a large selection of bitmap and scalable fonts but also a large selection of symbol sets (also referred to as character sets ).
  • Page 129 Chapter 3 Fonts Table 3.1. Bitmap Fonts Symbol sets SSET value SSET ID Symbol set ISO 60: Norway ISO 15: Italian ECMA-94 Latin 1 ISO 11: Swedish ISO 6: ASCII ISO 4: U.K. ISO 69: France ISO 21: Germany US Legal ISO 17: Spain HP Roman-8 PC-8...
  • Page 130 Symbols Set Table 3.2. Scalable Fonts Symbol sets SSET value SSET ID Symbol set ISO 60: Norway ISO 15: Italian ECMA-94 Latin 1 ISO 11: Swedish ISO 6: ASCII ISO 4: U.K. ISO 69: France ISO 21: Germany US Legal ISO: Latin 2 ISO 17: Spain PS math *...
  • Page 131 Chapter 3 Fonts SSET value SSET ID Symbol set IBM PC-8 IBM PC-8 (D/N) Macintosh IBM PC-850 Ventura international Ventura US Pi font * PC852 Windows Latin 1 * : These symbol sets are available only for the fonts appearing on the following page. 3-11...
  • Page 132 Symbols Set AudreyTwo-RegularSWC Incised901SWC-Black Swiss742SWC-BoldCondensed Clarendon-CondensedSWC Incised901SWC-Italic Swiss742SWC-BoldCondensedItalic Courier-BoldItalicSWC Incised901SWC-Roman Swiss742SWC-BoldItalic Courier-BoldISWC LetterGothic-BoldSWC Swiss742SWC-Italic Courier-ItalicSWC LetterGothic-ItalicSWC Swiss742SWC-ItalicCondensed Courier-SWC LetterGothic-SWC Swiss742SWC-Roman Dutch801SWC-Bold OriginalGalamondSWC-Bold Swiss742SWC-RomanCondensed Dutch801SWC-BoldItalic OriginalGalamondSWC-BoldItalic ZapfHumanist601SWC-Bold Dutch801SWC-Italic OriginalGalamondSWC-Italic ZapfHumanist601SWC-BoldItalic Dutch801SWC-Roman OriginalGalamondSWC-Roman ZapfHumanist601SWC-Demi Flareserif821-ExtraBoldSWC Ribbon131-RomanSWC ZapfHumanist601SWC-DemiItalic Flareserif821-RomanSWC Swiss742SWC-Bold 3-12...

  • Page 133: Chapter 4 Maintenance

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Chapter 4 Maintenance This chapter explains how to maintenance the printer. This only covers replacing the toner container and cleaning parts such as the main charger unit and paper feed unit. Toner Container Replacement..........4- 2 Cleaning................4-10...

  • Page 134: Toner Container Replacement

    * In the case of a new printer in which a toner container has been installed for the first time, the number of pages that can be printed will be approximately 20,000 pages. Toner Kit to be Used Name: TONER DP-2800 Description: Toner Container Cleaning Cloth...

  • Page 135: Replenishing Toner

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Notes_____________________________________________________________________ · Do not use the toner inside the old toner container. · Be sure to distance items such as floppy disks during toner container replacement. · Be sure to clean the inside of the printer along with replacing the toner container. For details, see Cleaning on page 4-10.
  • Page 136 Toner Container Replacement Slide the toner container release levers to the right until they stop and remove the old toner container. After removing it, take care not to tilt the toner container. Old Toner Container Toner Container Release Levers Cap the old toner container with the cap supplied in the new toner kit. Old Toner Container Push the cap securely in place.
  • Page 137 Chapter 4 Maintenance Dispose of the old toner container in the plastic waste bag supplied in the new toner kit so that toner does not scatter. Plastic Waste Bag Old Toner Container CAUTION Do not incinerate toner and toner containers. Dangerous sparks may cause burn. Note______________________________________________________________________ Although the toner container is made from non-harmful, flammable material, be sure to dispose of this waste according to local laws and regulations.
  • Page 138 Toner Container Replacement Take the new toner container from the toner kit. Shake the toner container five times or more with the protective seal facing up as shown in the figure in order to thoroughly mix the toner inside. Shake five or more times Protective Seal Carefully remove the protective seal.
  • Page 139 Chapter 4 Maintenance Check that the two toner container release levers are positioned to the right (released) as shown in the figure. If not positioned to the right, slide them to the right until they stop. Toner Container Release Levers (Positioned to the right) Align the ends of the toner container with the grooves to the left and right inside the printer as shown in the figure and install.
  • Page 140 Toner Container Replacement Check that the toner container is installed in the correct position, and push forcefully on the top of the toner container as shown in the figure. 10. After the toner container is installed, slide the two toner container release levers to the left position (fixed) as shown in the figure.
  • Page 141 Chapter 4 Maintenance 11. Close the top cover.

  • Page 142: Cleaning

    Cleaning Cleaning Be sure to clean the main charger unit and paper feed unit along with replacing the toner kit. Also be sure to clean the inside of the printer periodically (about once per month) to ensure optimum print quality even if you are not replacing the toner kit. Note______________________________________________________________________ If the toner container has been replaced when the message Replace Toner Clean printer was displayed, the message Clean printer Press CONTINUE will be displayed after replacement.

  • Page 143: Main Charger Unit

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Main Charger Unit Cleaning the Charger Wire Clean according to the following procedure. Open the printer's front cover. Front Cover Pull the cleaning knob (green) located on the main charger unit slowly in and out a few times as shown in the figure.
  • Page 144 Cleaning Cleaning the Grid The main charger unit grid should be cleaned when the toner kit is changed. Take the grid cleaner from protective bag in the new toner kit, and remove the cap. Note______________________________________________________________________ The grid cleaner pad is impregnated with water. Clean this part quickly to prevent the pad from drying out.
  • Page 145 Chapter 4 Maintenance Attach the grid cleaner to the printer with the pad facing up as shown in the figure. Grid Cleaner After attaching the grid cleaner, slightly lift the main charger unit and repeat the action of slowly pulling the cleaning knob in and out at least five times. This will clean the grid inside the main charger unit.
  • Page 146 Cleaning When the grid is clean, remove the grid cleaner from the printer and dispose of it. The grid cleaner is not re-usable. Close the front cover. This ends the charger unit cleaning procedure. 4-14...

  • Page 147: Paper Feed Unit

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Paper Feed Unit CAUTION Wait a while after turning off the printer’s power to allow the fuser unit to cool (about 20 minutes). Do not touch the fuser unit as this may result in a burn injury. Fuser Unit Print problems such as soiling of the reverse side of printed pages may occur if the paper feed unit becomes dirty.
  • Page 148 Cleaning Clean the saw-toothed seperator next to the transfer roller two or three times as shown in the diagram using the cleaning brush housed in the front panel of the paper feed unit. Return the cleaning brush after you have finished using it. Transfer Roller Cleaning Seperator...
  • Page 149 Chapter 4 Maintenance 4. Wipe the paper dust on the registration roller and any dirt on the paper ramp using the cleaning cloth included in the toner kit. Cleaning Cloth Paper Ramp Registration Roller [Metal] Transfer Roller [Black] Paper Feed Unit Note______________________________________________________________________ Be careful not to touch the transfer roller during cleaning as this may adversely affect print quality.

  • Page 150: Chapter 5 Troubleshooting

    Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Chapter 5 Troubleshooting This chapter explains how to handle printer problems which may occur. If a problem cannot be corrected, please contact your dealer. General Guide .................5- 2 Print Quality Problems .............5- 4 Indicators and Messages............5- 8 Correcting a Paper Jam............5-16...

  • Page 151: General Guide

    General Guide General Guide There are quite a few printer problems which may be corrected by the user. This section explains how to correct these problems. If some kind of printer problem should occur, check the following before concluding the printer is broken.
  • Page 152 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Symptom Check Items Corrective Action Nothing lights on the Check that the power cord is Turn off the printer's power, plug in the control panel even properly plugged into the power power cord securely, and try turning on the when power is turned outlet.

  • Page 153: Print Quality Problems

    Print Quality Problems Print Quality Problems There are many possible causes of the print quality problems, such as blank output, shown in the table below. The troubleshooting procedure for each type of problem is given below. If the checks explained in this section do not solve the problem, please contact your dealer. Printed Results Corrective Action All-black printout...
  • Page 154 (See Chapter 4.) Black or white vertical streaks Check the message in the message display. If the Toner low TONER DP-2800 message is displayed and the toner indicator is flashing. (See Chapter 4.) Clean the charger wire Open the printer's front cover and clean the charger wire using the green cleaning knob.
  • Page 155 Check the Ecoprint setting. (See Chapter 2.) Try setting toner control to high density. (See Chapter 2.) If the Toner low TONER DP-2800 message is displayed and the toner indicator is flashing. (See Chapter 4.) Clean the charger wire Open the printer's front cover and clean the charger wire using the green cleaning knob.
  • Page 156 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Printed Results Corrective Action Clean the main charger wire. Open the printer’s side cover. Pull the green main charger wire cleaning knob slowly in and out a few times. (See Chapter 4.) Check the main charger unit installation. Open the printer’s side cover.

  • Page 157: Indicators And Messages

    Indicators and Messages Indicators and Messages This section explains the indicators on the control panel and the messages which appear in the message display and the appropriate corrective action to take in each case. Indicators Indicator Condition Corrective Action The printer has run low on toner. The toner should be replaced Flashing as soon as possible.

  • Page 158: Maintenance Messages

    Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Maintenance Messages Message Corrective Action The top cover is open. Top cover Open Close it tightly. The front cover is open. Front cover Open Close it tightly. The printer’s side cover is open. Side cover Open Close it tightly. The paper feeder's side cover is open.
  • Page 159 Indicators and Messages Message Corrective Action The paper size does not match. Load paper (paper size) The size of the paper in the cassette is different to the size specified by the application software or by PRESCRIBE II command. Put paper of the specified size into the cassette.
  • Page 160 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Message Corrective Action Please clean the inside of the printer. See Chapter 4. Clean printer Press CONTINUE After cleaning the inside of the printer, press the CONTINUE key and the printer will be ready for printing. This message will be displayed when replacing the toner container after the message Replace Toner Clean printer has been displayed.

  • Page 161: Error Messages

    Indicators and Messages Error Messages Message Corrective Action Current print processing cannot continue due to insufficient memory. Memory overflow Press CONTINUE Check available user memory by printing a status page, and either remove unnecessary download fonts and/or macros or expand the printer's memory. Press the CONTINUE key to print data as far as it was stored.
  • Page 162 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Message Corrective Action Insert a new battery in the memory card. Battery error MEMORY CARD This message appears when the printer is in the ready state and the battery in the memory card is missing or completely dead. Memory card operations are not possible.
  • Page 163 Indicators and Messages Message Corrective Action 05: There is no battery in the memory card. Replace the battery in the MEMORYCARD err ## Press CONTINUE memory card with a new one. 06: The memory card is write-protected. Cancel the write-protection of the memory card.
  • Page 164 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Message Corrective Action The interface selected is currently being used. I/F occupied The interface is secured while the interface name displayed in the message display is flashing even if the printer is in the ready state. How long this takes depends on the interface release timeout (FRPO J2) setting.

  • Page 165: Correcting A Paper Jam

    Correcting a Paper Jam Correcting a Paper Jam This section describes how to remove paper when it jams in the printer. The printer will stop whenever paper jams in the printer or paper is not fed from a cassette. The printer will go offline and the message Paper jam Open front cover will appear in the message display.
  • Page 166 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Locating and Correcting Paper Jams Message Display Indicator and Paper Jam Location Indicator Meaning of Indicator Corresponding Printer Location Optional paper feeder (EF-100 or UF-100) Multi-purpose tray Paper feeder included with printer Optional paper feeder (ST-1000) Optional paper feeder (ST-1000) Optional paper stacker (F-8118 or F-8130)
  • Page 167 Correcting a Paper Jam Correcting Paper Jams CAUTION Pull out the paper feed unit and wait a while to allow the fuser unit to cool. Do not touch the fuser unit as this may result in a burn injury. Fuser unit WARNING Take care not to leave any small pieces of paper in the printer when removing paper jams as this may result in fire.
  • Page 168 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Indicator Meaning of Indicator Corresponding Printer Location Check the optional paper feeder When a paper jam occurs in the optional feeder, pull it out (EF-100 or UF-100). carefully. (For details, read the instruction manual for each (Only when installed) separate option.) Check the multi-purpose tray.
  • Page 169 Correcting a Paper Jam In the example given on page 5-16, paper is jammed in the paper feeder (C), the upper cassette (1), Example and the paper feed unit (H). Paper jam C, H, 1 When paper jams in multiple locations such as in this example, begin taking corrective action from the location displayed at left.
  • Page 170 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Paper Feeder’s Side Cover Figure 5.1 Paper jam in paper feeder unit Printer’s Side Cover (Left) Face-Up Tray Figure 5.2 Paper jam in face-up tray 5-21...
  • Page 171 Correcting a Paper Jam Registration Roller Open this cover first. Paper Feed Unit Figure 5.3. Paper jammed in paper feed unit Raise these Grasp the tab Fuser Unit Cover two levers (green) to open. (green) when paper is hard to pull out. Tab (green) Figure 5.4.

  • Page 172: Chapter 6 Symbol Set Tables

    Chapter 6 Symbol Set Tables Chapter 6 Symbol Set Tables The following tables show all the characters included in the most common symbol sets available.
  • Page 173 HP LaserJet 5 Si Symbol Sets HP LaserJet 5Si Symbol Sets LaserJet 5Si Roman-8 (8U) LaserJet 5Si ECMA-94 Latin 1 (0N)
  • Page 174 Chapter 6 Symbol Set tables LaserJet 5Si Legal (1U) LaserJet 5Si PC-8 (10U) To have the printer print the characters of decimal numbers of 7 through 15, and 27, set the printer to the HP PCL transparent mode (ESC&p#X).
  • Page 175 HP LaserJet 5 Si Symbol Sets LaserJet 5Si PC-8 (D/N) (11U) LaserJet 5Si PC-850 (12U) To have the printer print the characters of decimal To have the printer print the characters of decimal numbers of 7 through 15, and 27, set the printer numbers of 7 through 15, and 27, set the printer to the to the HP PCL transparent mode (ESC&p#X).
  • Page 176 Chapter 6 Symbol Set tables LaserJet 5Si Ventura Math (6M) LaserJet 5Si Ventura International (13J)
  • Page 177 HP LaserJet 5 Si Symbol Sets LaserJet 5Si Ventura US (14J) LaserJet 5Si PS Math (5M)
  • Page 178 Chapter 6 Symbol Set tables LaserJet 5Si PS Text (10J) LaserJet 5Si Math-8 (8M)
  • Page 179 HP LaserJet 5 Si Symbol Sets LaserJet 5Si Pi Font (15U) LaserJet 5Si MS publishing (6J)
  • Page 180 Chapter 6 Symbol Set tables LaserJet 5Si Windows (9U) LaserJet 5Si Desktop (7J)
  • Page 181 HP LaserJet 5 Si Symbol Sets LaserJet 5Si ISO Latin 2 (2N) LaserJet 5Si ISO Latin 5 (5N) 6-10...
  • Page 182 Chapter 6 Symbol Set tables LaserJet 5Si Windows Latin 1 (19U) LaserJet 5Si Windows Latin 2 (9E) 6-11...
  • Page 183 HP LaserJet 5 Si Symbol Sets LaserJet 5Si Windows Latin 5 (5T) LaserJet 5Si PC-852 Latin 2 (17U) 6-12...
  • Page 184 Chapter 6 Symbol Set tables LaserJet 5Si PC-Turkish (9T) Macintosh (12J) 6-13...
  • Page 185 HP LaserJet 5 Si Symbol Sets LaserJet 5Si International Characters 6-14...

  • Page 186: Appendix A Printer Specifications

    Appendix A Printer Specifications Appendix A Printer Specifications...
  • Page 187 Printer Specifications Printer Specifications Item Description Printing method Electrophotography, Semiconductor laser + polygon mirror system Printing speed 28 pages/minute (landscape feed) (when printing multiple copies of 18 pages/minute the same page) 16 pages/minute Resolution 600 dots/inch (vertical and horizontal), includes KIR smoothing function (2400 dots/inch horizontal) First print (A4, 20°C) Sleep mode off - Approx.
  • Page 188 Appendix A Printer Specifications Item Description Fuser Heat roller and pressure roller Toner saving Ecoprint mode Paper Plain paper (See Appendix B.) Paper sizes Cassettes: Ledger size, A3 to A5 universal cassette Multi-purpose tray: 80 mm x 148 mm to 297 mm x 450 mm Paper capacity Cassettes: 500 sheets each (80 g/m...

  • Page 189: Appendix B Paper Selection

    Appendix B Paper Selection Appendix B Paper Selection...

  • Page 190: Usable Paper

    General Guidelines General Guidelines Although the page printer is designed for printing on standard dry PPC photocopier copy paper (standard paper), it can print on various types of paper that conforms to the specifications given in this chapter. Select paper carefully as use of paper inappropriate for the printer may result in paper jams or wrinkling of output paper.

  • Page 191: Paper Specifications

    Appendix B Paper Selection Paper Specifications The following table summarizes the basic paper specifications. Details are given on the following pages. Paper Specifications Weight 60 to 90 g/m (16 to 24 lbs./ream) Thickness 0.086 to 0.110 mm (3.4 to 4.3 mils) ±0.7 mm (±0.0276 inches) Dimensional accuracy 90°...
  • Page 192 Selecting the Right Paper Selecting the Right Paper The following sections explain the basic things to look for when selecting paper. Keep these things in mind when selecting paper. Condition of the Paper Avoid using paper that is folded at the corners, curled, dirty, stained, has a rough cut, fuzzy fibers, rough surface or is easily torn.

  • Page 193: Paper Size

    Appendix B Paper Selection Paper Size Cassettes and the multi-purpose tray can handle the paper sizes listed in the following table. The printer automatically detects the paper size loaded in a cassette. Paper Sizes for Paper Feeding Paper Size ISO A3 297 x 420 mm ISO A4 210 x 297 mm...

  • Page 194: Basis Weight

    Selecting the Right Paper Basis Weight Basis weight is the weight of one square meter sheet of paper. Paper that is too light or too heavy can cause misfeeding, jams, and premature wear of the printer. Uneven paper weight can cause multiple feeds, print defects, poor toner fusing, blur-ring, and other print quality problems.
  • Page 195 Appendix B Paper Selection · Store paper in a dry, well-ventilated location. · Keep the paper flat and in its wrapping as long as possible. Rewrap paper that is not in use. · Store paper in its original carton. Place a pallet etc. under the carton to separate it from the floor.
  • Page 196 Selecting the Right Paper Packaging Select paper that is wrapped by the ream and then placed in a box. The best wrapping is one whose inner surface is coated to protect again humidity. Specially treated paper We recommend that you avoid using paper listed below which has been specially treated, even if it meets basic specifications.
  • Page 197 Appendix B Paper Selection Special Paper This section explains printing on special paper. The page printer can use the following types of special paper. Colored paper Preprinted paper Overhead projector transparencies Postcards Envelopes Labels When using the above types of paper, be sure to use products that are specified for use with photocopiers and/or page printers.

  • Page 198: Colored Paper

    Special Paper Specifications for each type of special paper are given below. Colored Paper Colored paper should meet the same specifications as listed for white bond paper in page B-3. In addition, the pigments used in the paper must be able to withstand the temperature of the printer’s fusing process (200°...
  • Page 199 Appendix B Paper Selection Thick Paper/Postcards Use postcards weighing 90 to 200 g/m . Any postcards of size 100 mm by 148 mm or larger may be used. Avoid using homemade postcards, picture postcards or postcards whose printing surface has been coated.
  • Page 200 Special Paper Labels Do not use labels where there is a gap between the label and the attached base, labels which have peeled off their base, labels which are wrinkled or uneven, or labels whose base has been damaged. Labels cause trouble due to their construction. When selecting labels, look for labels whose adhesive will not come in contact with the printer and whose base will not peel off easily.

  • Page 201: Appendix C Host Computer Interface

    Appendix C Host Computer Interface Appendix C Host Computer Interface This appendix describes the signals used in the laser printer’s parallel, RS-232C/RS-422A interfaces. It also lists pin assignments, signal functions, timings, connector specificaions, and voltage levels. The RS-232C/RS-422A protocols are also covered. Finally, it explains the use of the printer in a multi-computer environment.

  • Page 202: Parallel Interface Communication Modes

    Parallel Interface Parallel Interface Parallel interface communication modes The printer features the fast data transmission on the parallel interface. The parallel interface mode can be activated from the printer’s control panel (see Chapter 2) as follows: Note______________________________________________________________________ Use a parallel printer cable that complies with the IEEE1284 standards. Nibble (high) [default] High speed data communication is used in compliance with the IEEE 1284 standard.

  • Page 203: Interface Signals

    Appendix C Host Computer Interface Interface Signals The pins of the parallel interface connector carry the signals listed in Table C.1 . Asterisks in the table indicate signals that are active low. The table also indicates whether each signal is incom-ing or outgoing with respect to the printer.
  • Page 204 Parallel Interface In/out Description — Ground return — Ground return — Ground return — Ground return — Ground return Ignored [nInit] Error*, returns error status if FRPO O2=2 [nFault] — — — Not connected Power Ready Select In [NSelectIn] [ ]: Signal names in the Auto mode (IEEE 1284). In the Auto mode, these signals are bi-directional. Detailed descriptions of the signals follow.
  • Page 205 Appendix C Host Computer Interface Paper Empty [PError] (Pin 12) This signal goes high when the printer runs out of paper. On-Line [Select] (Pin 13) This signal is high when the printer is on-line and low when the printer is off-line. It goes low when the upper unit is raised, or when the ON LINE key is pressed to set the printer off-line.
  • Page 206 Parallel Interface Auxiliary output 1 (Pin 33) This signal line is not used. Power Ready (Pin 35) This signal is high when the printer’s power is on. Select In [NSelectIn] (Pin 36) This signal is used in some versions of the Centronics interface to enable the computer to force the printer on-line.
  • Page 207 Appendix C Host Computer Interface Serial (RS-232C/RS-422A) Interface RS-232C interface Interface Signals The pins of the printer’s RS-232C interface connector carry the signals listed in Table C.2. The table also indicates whether each signal is incoming or outgoing with respect to the printer. Table C.
  • Page 208 Serial (RS-232C/RS-422A) Interface RXD – Receive Data – (Pin 3) This input carries serial asynchronous data sent by the computer to the printer. RTS – Request To Send – (Pin 4) This output is always held high (above 3 volts). CTS –...
  • Page 209 Appendix C Host Computer Interface RS-422A interface The serial interface of this printer was set to RS-232C mode before leaving the factory. However, by changing the jumper connector on the main circuit board, the interface can be changed to RS-422A mode.
  • Page 210 Serial (RS-232C/RS-422A) Interface Removing the rear panel from the Printer Turn the printer’s power off. Unplug the printer’s power cable and disconnect the printer’s interface cable from the computer. Remove the six screws from the printer’s rear panel and remove the panel. Rear Panel C-10...
  • Page 211 Appendix C Host Computer Interface Changing the Jumper Setting There is a jumper located on the main board in the location shown in the diagram. Referring to the diagram, set this jumper in the position which matches the serial interface mode to be used. In this example, the jumper setting is changed from RS-232C to RS-422A.
  • Page 212 Serial (RS-232C/RS-422A) Interface Interface Signals The pins in the printer’s RS-422A interface connector carry the signals listed in Table C.3 . Table C.3. RS-422A Signal Pin Assignments In/out Signal Description – Frame ground Receive data Inverted – Signal ground Send data Inverted Send data –...
  • Page 213 Appendix C Host Computer Interface SDB – Send Data – (Pin 10) SDA – Send Data Inverted – (Pin 9) These pins carry asynchronous data sent from the printer to the computer. (differential output) RS-422A interface voltage levels The interface signal voltage levels conform with the EIA RS-422A standard. The differential voltage varies from 200 mV to 6V.
  • Page 214 RS-232C/RS-422A Protocol RS-232C/RS-422A Protocol A protocol is a set of rules the computer follows in sending data to the printer. The RS-232C/RS-422A parameters are stored in battery backed-up memory. They are indicated on the status printout. They can be changed by the FRPO (firmware reprogram) command described in the Programming Manual . The parameters and their identification codes are given below.
  • Page 215 Appendix C Host Computer Interface H4: Parity Parameter value Meaning None Even Ignore The factory setting is “None” (0 on the status printout). H5: Protocol logic Parameter value Meaning Combination of 1 and 3 below DTR/DSR, positive logic DTR/DSR, negative logic XON/XOFF ETX/ACK XON/XOFF recognized only as protocol...

  • Page 216: Prescribe Ii Frpo D0 Command

    RS-232C/RS-422A Protocol H7: Buffer nearly-empty threshold This is a percentage from 0 to 99. The factory setting is 70. The factory settings of the buffer nearly-full and nearly-empty thresholds (H6 and H7) are subject to change without notification. The gap between the nearly-full and nearly-empty thresholds allows the computer to send a fairly large amount of data in a continuous stream.
  • Page 217 Appendix C Host Computer Interface RS-232C Cable Connection Preparing an RS-232C Cable After obtaining an RS-232C cable, check that it is wired correctly, referring to the pin assignment table in Appendix C . If you have an IBM communication adapter cable type 1502067, you will have to resolder the wiring at the printer end of the cable.

  • Page 218: Connecting The Printer To The Computer

    RS-232C Cable Connection Connecting the Printer to the Computer Check that the power of both the printer and computer is switched off. Discharge yourself by touching a metal object such as a doorknob. ’ Remove the plastic cap from the printer s RS-232C interface connector.
  • Page 219 Appendix C Host Computer Interface Set the computer to the same parameters as the printer. On many computers this can be done by setting DIP switches before power is turned on. Another method is as follows: In DOS, enter the following commands: C>MODE COM1:96,N,8,1,P C>MODE LPT1:=COM1 To test the interface, then enter:...

  • Page 220: Index

    Index Index Error messages ........5-12 EXIT key ..........2-10 Expanding memory ......1-41 Bitmap fonts ..........3-2 Extended memory chips....... 1-41 Buzzer........... 2-49 FEED key ..........2-9 Fonts ........2-19, 2-25, 3-1 CANCEL key........... 2-9 FORM FEED key........2-10 Cap ............
  • Page 221 Index Jumper connector ........C-9 OHP film..........B-10 Registration roller ......... 4-19 ON LINE key ........... 2-9 Resolution indicator ........ 2-4 Online/offline ......... 2-16 Resource protection ......2-48 Output tray ..........2-14 Right paper ..........B-4 RS-232C interface ........C-7 RS-422A interface ........C-9 KCGL.............2-28 KIR test pattern ........2-22 KIR ............2-45...
  • Page 222 Index Target size ..........2-29 Temperature..........1-3 Toner container release levers..1-16, 4-5 Toner container replacement interval..4-2 Toner container ....... 1-7, 4-2 Toner kit .......... 1-7, 4-2 Transfer roller........ 4-19, 5-7 Troubleshooting ........5-1 Unpacking ..........1-6 Windows..........1-29 Index-3...

  • Page 223: Mode Select Menu

    Mode Select Menu These items willl not show unless the Ready printer is installed with the applicable 600 A4 001 option unit/kit. >Parallel I/F Interface > Auto Parallel High Speed Serial Normal Option >Baud rate 9600 Number of copies >Data bits Emulation >...
  • Page 224 (Continued from previous page) MEMORY CARD > >Read fonts >Format >Read data >Write data MP tray mode > >Delete data Cassette >List of Partitions >MP tray size A4 or Letter Univ. paper size DL or Business (* 3 ) Paper type Normal Duplex mode None...
  • Page 225 (Continued from previous page) >Ecoprint mode (* 6) >Page protect Auto (*7) >Resolution 600 dpi 300 dpi >Resource prot. Permanent Perm / Temp >Print density >Buzzer (* 8) >> Developer >Service > >>Drum >>Print Status Page * 5: This is the total number of pages printed by The printer can be set to print error data during the printer up to the present time.
  • Page 226 This machine has passed all quality controls and final inspection.
  • Page 227 FAX : (630)250-8787 Irving, Texas 75038-5299 TEL : (972)659-0055 FAX : (972)570-5816 MITA COPYSTAR CANADA, LTD. MITA COPYSTAR MEXICO, S.A. DE C.V. 6120 Kestrel Road, Av. 16 de Septimbre #407 Mississauga, Ontario L5T 1S8 Col. Santa Inés, TEL : (905)670-4425...

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