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Xerox DocuPrint 96/4635/180 IPS System Overview Guide Version 7.1 August 2000 721P88150...
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Printed in the United States of America. Publication number: 721P88150 Xerox® and all Xerox products mentioned in this publication are trademarks of Xerox Corporation. Products and trademarks of other companies are also acknowledged.
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1-13 Overstrike, underscore, subscript, and superscript 1-13 Background color for OCA colors 1-13 Full-page 600 dpi images 1-14 Document Feeding and Finishing Architecture (DFA) 1-14 Page origin rotation for continuous form jobs 1-14 XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
Introduction This Xerox DocuPrint 96/4635/180 IPS System Overview Guide provides an overview of the individual components of the DocuPrint IPDS Printer System (IPS) and how they work together. This reference is designed to provide you with background information that can be used to make informed decisions regarding printer use and performance.
(for example, press <RETURN>). • Italics — Document and library names are shown in italics (for example, the Xerox DocuPrint 96/4635/180 IPS System Overview Guide). • Capitalization of graphical user interface (GUI) window titles matches the titles as they appear on the screen.
This document is part of the Xerox DocuPrint IPS publication set. Xerox documents Following is a list of all Xerox DocuPrint IPS documents. For a complete list and description of available Xerox documentation, refer to the Xerox Customer Documentation Catalog (publication number 610P17517), or call your service representative.
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INTRODUCTION XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
InfoPrint Manager can furnish the TCP/IP support for the IPS printer. For information on the minimum PSF levels needed to support the IPS, refer to your Xerox DocuPrint 96/4635/180 IPS Installation Planning Guide. XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
The printer also provides paper stacking, collating, and optional finishing. The 96, 4635, and 180 IPS are monochrome printers. Print jobs that contain color commands are printed in black. XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
Monthly print volume The monthly print volumes for these systems are: • 96 IPS: Up to 3 million impressions • 4635 IPS: Up to 4 million impressions • 180 IPS: Up to 6 million impressions XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
1-2, the bus and tag cables and the HCU are not required. Figure 1-2. 96/4635/180 IPS: TCP/IP configuration Host system (PC or mainframe) Token Ring or Ethernet network connection Printer Controller Printer interface cable 96, 4635, or 180 IPS printer XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
All IPDS resources (print data sets, page definitions, form definitions, page segments, fonts, and overlays) supported by the IBM 3825 and 3827 printers are supported by the Xerox IPS software. Additionally, there are several data towers supported within the AFP environment...
Note: The equivalent grams per square meter of 20-pound bond is actually 75 gsm. However, there is no standard 75 gsm paper — the available stock that is closest in weight to 20-pound bond is 80 gsm. XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
(providing up to two bins total). • 4635 and 180 IPS: Two output bins are standard, with up to two additional bins available as options (providing up to four bins total). XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
Input enablement device paper input location The illustration above shows a 96/4635/180 IPS with two feeder/ stacker modules and a bypass transport. For complete information on printer configurations available with the bypass transport, refer to the chapter “Printers.” XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
Refer the “User interface” chapter in this guide for further information on the IPS graphical user interface. Figure 1-4. DocuPrint 96/4635/180 IPS main window (system with DFA) 1-10 XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
1 to 255. 2. At the graphical user interface, use the Output Configuration window to group the trays. You must also select Allow Host Control from the Bin Selection Mode pull-down menu. XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE 1-11...
Maximum Simplex GUI panel to perform simulated simplex. For more details, refer to the “Setting the system configuration” chapter in the Xerox DocuPrint 96/4635/180 IPS Guide to Configuring and Managing the System. Note: When you print simplex pages in duplex mode, the throughput speed is halved.
Trace files store system configuration information, maintain TCP/IP protocol headers, and time-stamp all records. For detailed information on this feature, refer to the “Setting the system configuration” chapter in the Xerox DocuPrint 96/4635/180 IPS Guide to Configuring and Managing the System. Overstrike, underscore, subscript, and superscript...
The following double-byte character sets are supported: • Simplified Chinese • Traditional Chinese • Japanese • Korean • Thai. Note: When using double-byte fonts, the font loading time will increase if a font change occurs between reports. 1-14 XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
The IPS allows users to specify processing options using the GUI. For example, changing the model number reported to the host. Refer to the Xerox DocuPrint 96/4635/180 IPS Guide to Configuring and Managing the System for details on these options.
Depending on the privilege mode set by the Customer Service Engineer, users will have access to certain graphical user interface (GUI) functions, while other functions will be grayed out. Refer to the Xerox DocuPrint 96/4635/180 IPS Guide to Configuring and Managing the System for details on this functionality. 1-16...
The user license is enabled by entering the 20-character authorization text string at the Printer Controller keyboard. Your Xerox service representative can obtain the license text string for you and enter it when your IPS is installed, or when you receive your IPS software upgrade.
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Components of the Printer Controller The Printer Controller enables you to use proprietary Xerox IPS hardware, firmware, and software to control the printer. It has the following major hardware components: •...
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Both Sun Ultra 2 and Sun Ultra 60 workstations are available. Figure 2-1. Components of the Sun Ultra 2 Processor Monitor Mouse and mouse pad Keyboard Diskette drive CD-ROM drive XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
The hard disk stores the operating system, the IPS application, and any buffered pages. Do not use the hard disk to store other applications or data except as directed by your service representative. XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
If your workstation has an optical mouse, it must remain on its designated metallic pad to be active. If the mouse has a roller ball instead of an optical sensor underneath, it requires a non-metallic pad. XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
Do not block any fan or vents on the sides or rear of the processor. Caution: If you plan to move the Printer Controller, make sure to consult with your service representative. XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
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3User interface The IPS graphical user interface on the Printer Controller enables you to interact with the IPS. It contains windows and pull-down menus through which you can perform operator and system administrator tasks. XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
(This window initially displays below the IPS main window on the right, but it can be moved where desired.) The following figure shows these windows on the screen of the Printer Controller monitor. XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
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USER INTERFACE Figure 3-1. Printer Controller monitor with IPS main window, IPS Console window, and IPS Print Engine Monitor window XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
Input Configuration section, which provides access to the windows that enable you to configure input trays to feed required paper stocks, and to set up margin values. It also displays the current configuration of the feeder trays. XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
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For detailed information on the main window and its various functions, refer to the chapter “Introduction to the graphical user interface” in the Xerox DocuPrint 96/4635/180 IPS Guide to Configuring and Managing the System. XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
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The IPS printer (sometimes referred to as the image output terminal or IOT) is where the actual printing takes place. This chapter discusses the components and possible configurations of the 96/4635/180 IPS printer. XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
Base printer components (4635/180 IPS) Printer control console Sample tray Attention light Purge tray Feeder/stacker module Inverter feeder/stacker module Processor feeder trays These components are described in more detail in the following sections. XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
(for example, when you open printer doors or covers specified in the clearance instructions). You can stop the alarm by pressing one of the printer control console buttons or by selecting a function through the touch screen. XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
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2. Printer icon Select this icon to display the printer mimic. This is the default display on the printer control console. 3. Fault List icon Select this icon to display the Fault List screen. XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
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Clear button is displayed on the screen. Hint icon — Appears when a masked fault or condition exists in the printer. See the chapter “Fault masking” in the Xerox DocuPrint 96/4635/180 IPS Troubleshooting Guide. XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
The purge tray should be emptied when it has received 100 sheets of paper, although the printer does not notify you when the tray is full. XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
The auxiliary tray (tray 2) holds up to 600 sheets of 20 pound or 80 gsm paper. • Trays 1 and 2 can handle paper sized from 8 by 10 inches / 203 by 254 mm to 9.02 by 14.02 inches / 230 by 356 mm. XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
An elevator moves the tray up or down when it is in use. The HCF trays have Paper Level switches which detect the position of the elevator to determine the fullness of the tray. Paper Size switches detect the size of the paper loaded in the trays. XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
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The display shows paper by quarter reams up to one ream, and then by full reams. The green indicator light appears above the Paper Level indicator which shows the amount of paper in the tray. XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
HCS bin. Each HCS bin has unlinked double doors to provide you with easy, yet safe, access for unloading paper from the printer. 4-10 XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
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If the bin is not in use, there is no effect on printing operations. 4. In Use indicator When this indicator glows, the bin is selected to receive the next printed sheet. XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE 4-11...
96 IPS printer with inverter feeder/stacker + bypass transport Figure 4-8. 96/4635/180 IPS printer with inverter feeder/stacker + feeder/stacker Figure 4-9. 4635/180 IPS printer with inverter feeder/stacker + feeder/stacker + bypass transport 4-12 XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
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+ feeder/stacker + feeder/stacker Note: The bypass transport device is not available for this configuration four feeder/stacker modules). The Input Enablement kit is available for this configuration on the 180 IPS only. XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE 4-13...
96/4635/180 IPS. It accepts all paper stocks within the 96/ 4635/180 range and accommodates simplex and duplex printing. The programmable bypass transport meets the Xerox Document Feeding and Finishing Architecture (DFA) specifications. Input Enablement kit Adding a third-party feeder to your 96, 4635, or 180 IPS is made possible by the Input Enablement option.
The Printer Controller automatically brings the printer out of power saver mode when there is a document to be printed. The power saver times itself out after about four hours and requires four to seven minutes to warm up. XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE 4-15...
Origin 0,0: portrait feeder tray 4 High-capacity feeder tray 4 Side 1 of sheet leaving feeder tray Drilled holes (on right edge) Origin 0,0: portrait feeder tray 4 Inverter Duplex inverter Sample tray Disk inversion 4-16 XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
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The following figure shows the paper path and the dimensions of the input enablement area from a printer front view. The input enablement kit option supports third-party feeding devices. Figure 4-14. Input enablement paper path and dimensions XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE 4-17...
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PRINTERS Bypass transport paper path The following figure shows the paper path through the bypass transport from a printer front view. Figure 4-15. Bypass transport paper path Sheet path Exit rollers Floor 4-18 XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
Their special features include the following. MICR fonts Xerox provides a set of 300 dpi MICR fonts for use on the 96/4635/ 180 MICR IPS. You must use only these Xerox-supplied MICR fonts to have the high print quality Xerox guarantees.
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Check Performance Guarantee Xerox’s Check Performance Guarantee means Xerox stands behind the performance of its MICR printers and inks. However, if any E13B or CMC7 font is used other than the ones supplied by Xerox, this guarantee is invalidated. 300/600 dpi resolution The 96/4635/180 MICR IPS receives data at 300 dpi and interpolates it to print at 600 dpi.
On-Us field. For example, some banks use the dash to separate the bank branch number from the account number. However, reader and sorter manufacturers discourage this use as it can cause detection problems. XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
To use the comparator with reflected light, place the bottom of the comparator on the document and hold the document in front of a reflected light source. Using the comparator with reflected light is the most accurate method of checking for spots. XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
You need to select your paper carefully. If you do not use the proper paper, you increase the probability of paper jams and misfeeds. The stocks you use must meet the specifications set forth by Xerox for operability in the printer. For additional information about paper specifications, refer to Helpful Facts about Paper, delivered with your printer.
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Predrilled paper — Has a varying number of holes for use in binders or binder rings. Before loading predrilled paper, fan it to remove loose plugs that could cause paper jams. Load predrilled paper in the printer with holes to the right. XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
10.19 to 12.12 in. / 259 to 308 mm 96 ppm 12.12 to 15.31 in. / 308 to 389 mm 77 ppm 15.31 to 17 in. / 389 to 432 mm 58 ppm XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
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Paper sizes smaller than 8 inches / 203 mm are supported only when the optional 7-inch paper kit is installed on the printer. • The leading edge of any paper used in the printer cannot be less than 10 inches / 254 mm long. XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
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Heavy (110-pound / 200 gsm) and light (16-pound / 60 gsm) large papers can cause jams throughout the system and are not recommended. XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
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European papers: The following diagrams show how A4 and A3 paper sizes feed through the printer. Figure A-3. A4 (210 by 297 mm) paper feeding (long edge feed) XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
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Tabloid) paper sizes feed through the printer. Figure A-5. US Letter (8.5 by 11 inch) paper feeding (long edge feed) Figure A-6. US Ledger or US Tabloid (11 by 17 inch) paper feeding (short edge feed) XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
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JIS B4 feeds either long edge or short edge first. Figure A-7. B4 (250 by 353 mm) paper feeding (long edge feed) Figure A-8. JIS B4 (257 by 364 mm) paper feeding (long edge feed and short edge feed) XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
Plan ahead and keep at least a day’s supply of paper in the same area as the printer to allow environmental stabilization prior to printing. For more detailed information on paper for Xerox printers, refer to Helpful Facts about Paper, provided with your printer. Figure A-9.
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Use the following chart to determine the length of time needed to condition stacked cartons of paper. Note: The numbers in the top two rows indicate the temperature difference between the storage area and the operating environment, not actual room temperatures. A-10 XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
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F to an operating area with a temperature of 75 F (a 15 difference), you should do so at least 14 hours before using the paper. XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE A-11...
MICR dry ink is the magnetic black powder which forms the image on the printed MICR document. There are three cartridges of MICR dry ink in each carton. The consumption rate of Xerox MICR dry ink is approximately one cartridge per 60,000 pages. Use only MICR dry ink in your 96/4635/180 MICR printer.
• Handle the comparator with care. The grid is printed on the bottom and may be damaged or worn off in time. You can use the comparator with transmitted or reflected light. A-14 XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
PAPER AND OTHER SUPPLIES Consumable supplies tables A number of supplies are available from Xerox for your DocuPrint printer. Use the following tables to help determine your supply needs. Note: Customers in the U. S. may use the part numbers in these tables to order supplies.
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3R2594 *5/16-inch drilled holes ** Rainbow pack contains 750 sheets each of blue and yellow, 500 sheets each of green and pink, and 250 sheets each of buff, gray, goldenrod, and ivory. A-16 XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
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3R2594 *5/16-inch drilled holes ** Rainbow pack contains 750 sheets each of blue and yellow, 500 sheets each of green and pink, and 250 sheets each of buff, gray, goldenrod, and ivory. XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE A-17...
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2500 sheets per cartons *5/16-inch drilled holes ** Rainbow pack contains 750 sheets each of blue and yellow, 500 sheets each of green and pink, and 250 sheets each of buff, gray, goldenrod, and ivory. A-18 XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
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1-up label 3R4475 8.5 x 11 inch 1-up label 3R4474 Tab stock Xerox tab stock is packaged in 5-tab sets. 250 sheets per carton. Straight collated singles (forward, top down): — Non-drilled 90-pound, Index white 3R4417 — Non-drilled 90-pound, blue 3R4425 —...
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3R4245 * All papers are packaged 500 sheets per ream, with 10 reams per carton. Each ream contains only complete carbonless sets (i.e., 501 sheets in a three-part ream for 167 sets). A-20 XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
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3R4247 * All papers are packaged 500 sheets per ream, with 10 reams per carton. Each ream contains only complete carbonless sets (i.e., 501 sheets in a three-part ream for 167 sets). XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE A-21...
The consumable supplies table, above, contains a list of Xerox supplies available for the printer. It is important that you check your supplies regularly and order before you run out.
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Use this checklist to help record the supplies you require, the date on which the order should be placed, and the actual date of the order. Item Description and part number Quantity Date to order Date ordered Paper Transparencies Labels Dry ink MICR dry ink Developer MICR developer XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE A-25...
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Use this checklist to help record the supplies you require, the date on which the order should be placed, and the actual date of the order. Item Description and part number Quantity Date to order Date ordered Fuser agent Floppy disks Cleaning supplies A-26 XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
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3. Curl direction should be determined before loading paper into trays. For additional information, refer to the “Clearing paper misfeeds and jams” chapter in your Xerox DocuPrint 96/4635/180 Troubleshooting Guide. 4. Curl direction should be determined before loading paper into trays. For additional information, refer to the “Clearing paper misfeeds and jams”...
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3. Curl direction should be determined before loading paper into trays. For additional information, refer to the “Clearing paper misfeeds and jams” chapter in your Xerox DocuPrint 96/4635/180 Troubleshooting Guide. 4. Curl direction should be determined before loading paper into trays. For additional information, refer to the “Clearing paper misfeeds and jams”...
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3. Curl direction should be determined before loading paper into trays. For additional information, refer to the “Clearing paper misfeeds and jams” chapter in your Xerox DocuPrint 96/4635/180 Troubleshooting Guide. 4. Curl direction should be determined before loading paper into trays. For additional information, refer to the “Clearing paper misfeeds and jams”...
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DO NOT run two-sided (duplex) prints. • Xerox carbonless paper Load paper in trays 3, 4, 5 and 6 only. • Only Xerox carbonless paper is recommended for High speed Xerographic equipment. • 3-hole drilled, edge Use trays 1 and 2.
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To test, print a sample sheet. 1. You can order a mylar reinforcement tray which allows a feeder tray to handle up to 500 sheets of this type of stock. Contact your service representative for additional information. XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
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Reinforced mylar should be limited to small stacks of 200 sheets or less or sent to the sample tray 1. Optional 7 X 10 enablement kit allows 7 by 10 inches/178 by 254 mm paper size. XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/4635/180 IPS SYSTEM OVERVIEW GUIDE...
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