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Page 1: Laser Printer
Laser Printer User’s Guide Q Q w w i i k k L L a a s s e e r r 6 6 1 1 0 0 0 0 S S e e r r i i e e s s... - Page 2 ELECTRONICS Visit us at: http://www.samsungtelecom.com If you have access to this online service, you can download the User’s Guide and drivers from Samsung Electronics. P/N. JC68-00232A Rev. 1.00...
- Page 3 Copyright This manual is provided for information purposes only. All information included herein is subject to change without notice. Samsung Electronics is not responsible for any damages, direct or indirect, arising from or related to use of this manual. © 1999 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.
- Page 4 Notice FCC Regulations This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reason- able protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
- Page 5 EC Declaration of Conformity SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD. #259, Gong Dan-Dong, Gumi-City, Kyung Buk, Korea declare sole responsibility that the QwikLaser 6100, QwikLaser 6100N Laser printer meets the intent of Directive 89/336/EEC for Electromagnetic Compatibility and Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC.
- Page 6 Laser Safety Statement The printer is certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements of DHHS 21 CFR, chapter 1 Subchapter J for Class I(1) laser products, and elsewhere is certified as a Class I laser product conforming to the requirements of IEC 825.
- Page 7 This printer contains advanced energy conservation technology that reduces power con- sumption when it is not in active use. When the printer does not receive data for an extended period of time, power consump- tion is automatically lowered. For potentially faster printing of the first page, you may turn the power save off from the Remote Control Panel setting.
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Page 8: Table Of Contents
Printer Features ........1.6... - Page 9 Chapter 5 Cleaning the Printer ........5.1 Clearing Paper Jams .
- Page 10 Printer Specifications Printer Specification ....... . . 7.1 Language Codes ........7.2 Paper Size.
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Page 11: Introduction
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Page 12: Printer Unpacking And Setup
4. Place the printer on a flat, stable surface near your workstation. Leave at least 6 inches (15 cm) behind and on each side of the printer, and at least 1 foot (30 cm) in front of the printer, so that you can operate it properly and allow adequate air circulation. -
Page 13: Printer Components
Printer Components Use Figures 1.1 through 1.3 to identify the main components of your printer. Front View Face down output stacker Paper support Multi-Purpose Tray (MP Tray) Cassette (250 sheet) Option Cassette (250 sheet) Inside Front View Introduction Paper level indicator Figure 1.1... -
Page 14: Rear View
Rear View Cooling vent Rear cover (with face-up output Exhaust fan stacker inside) Power switch Printer cable connector Power cord connector Figure 1.3 Introduction... -
Page 15: Understanding Control Panel
READY On-line and ready. Control Button Briefly press button. Turn printer off-line (all lights off). Press and hold button for about four seconds until all lights blink briefly, then let go of button. Turn printer on-line (READY light on). Press and hold button for about four seconds until all lights blink briefly, then let go of button. -
Page 16: Control Panel Indicators
Receiving data MANUAL (slow blinking) PAPER READY Printing (rapid blinking) ERROR MANUAL Off-line PAPER READY Error: ERROR • Printer cover open MANUAL PAPER • Toner cartridge not READY installed ERROR Insufficient memory MANUAL for the job PAPER READY ERROR MANUAL... -
Page 17: Printer Features
Your Qwik Laser 6100 is packaged with the following documentation and information: • This User Guide, which shows you how to set your printer up and running, and provides you with all of the information you will need to use, maintain, upgrade and troubleshoot your printer. -
Page 18: Caution And Warning Symbols
They are as follows: This symbol indicates a caution against performing any action that may damage your printer or degrade performance. This symbol indicates a warning against performing any action that may lead to physical injury. -
Page 19: Printer Setup
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Page 20: Installing The Toner Cartridge
Installing the Toner Cartridge 1. Open the printer cover by pressing the cover release button. 2. Raise the printer cover. 3. Unpack the toner cartridge, and carefully pull the sealing tape completely out of cartridge. Printer Setup... - Page 21 4. Gently shake the cartridge from side to side 5 or 6 times to distribute the toner evenly inside the cartridge. 5. Find the cartridge slots inside the printer, one on each side. 6. Grasp the handle and slide the cartridge down between the cartridge slots, until it drops into place.
- Page 22 7. Close the printer cover. Make sure that the cover is securely closed. Notes: • Do not expose cartridge to direct sunlight or strong room light. • To avoid damaging photo-sensitive drum, never open drum shutter. • To avoid damaging cartridge, complete cartridge installation as quickly as possible.
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Page 23: Loading Paper Into The Cassette
When the cassette becomes empty, the window turns into red. Paper full Paper empty To load a stack of paper: 1. Remove the paper cassette by pulling it toward you. 2. Press the bottom plate until it locks into place. Printer Setup... - Page 24 4. Make sure that the stack goes under the metal retaining clip the plastic tabs on the end guides. Paper overloading may cause paper jams. Make sure that paper is under this metal clip. Printer Setup...
- Page 25 A4 or legal size paper, adjust the cassette for the paper you want to load. For details on how to adjust the paper cassette, see ‘How to Adjust Paper Guides’ on page 3.3. 7. Insert the cassette back into the printer. Printer Setup...
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Page 26: Connecting To The Computer
QwikLaser Option required •Postscript Option (Postscript Simm and 8 MB Ram Simm) •Network card Option If you do not have these option cards, contact your authorized Samsung dealer. For more information about installation instructions, see “Printer Options”. Once you have installed the required options and connected your printer, you will need to install the PostScript driver. -
Page 27: Parallel Interface
Parallel Interface 1. Make sure that both the printer and computer are turned off. 2. Plug the cable into the connector on the back of the printer. Push the metal clips down to fit inside the notches on the cable plug. -
Page 28: Serial Interface
Serial Interface (Requires option: See page 6.8) 1. Make sure that both the printer and computer are turned off. 2. Plug the Serial interface cable into the connector on the back of the printer. LocalTalk Interface (Requires option: See page 6.8) 1. -
Page 29: Attaching The Power Cord And Testing The Printer
Attaching the Power Cord and Testing the Printer 1. Plug one end of the power cord into the connector on the printer. 2. Plug the other end into a properly grounded AC outlet. 3. Turn the printer on. 4. As the printer powers up, all operator panel lights turn on briefly. -
Page 30: Printer Driver Installation
Watermarks, and Booklet Printing. Windows 3.1x 1. Turn on the printer, then turn on the computer and start Windows. 2. Insert the QwikLaser 6100 CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. 3. Open the Program Manager and select Run from the File menu. -
Page 31: Printer Driver Features
4. Type d:\setup16.exe on the command line (where “d” is your CD-ROM drive letter), then click OK. 5. Select the appropriate language. 6. Select Printer Driver and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. Printer Driver Features Setting Number of copies Select 1-99 copies. -
Page 32: Software Utilities Installation
Windows-based programs that allow the user to set default printer values as well as monitor the status of the printer. These two utilities can be used when the printer is connected via the parallel and USB(Windows 98 only) interface. -
Page 33: Installing Optional Software
Included with your printer is a CD-ROM containing printer drivers for some of the most popular Windows software applications. To operate your printer, you must install a printer driver, which translates data from your application into data the printer understands. -
Page 34: Macintosh Installation
Macintosh Installation 1. Make sure that the Macintosh and your printer are connected to each other with the proper cable. Turn on the printer and Macintosh computer. 2. Insert the QwikLaser 6100 CD-ROM shipped with your printer into your CD-ROM drive. - Page 35 Macintosh Installation (When using USB) 1. Make sure that the Macintosh and your printer are connected with the USB cable. Turn on the printer and Macintosh computer. 2. Insert the QwikLaser 6100 CD-ROM shipped with your printer into your CD-ROM drive.
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Page 36: Making Installation Diskettes
CD-ROM drive. To install the software, see “Installing Software from Diskette” (page 2.19). PCL6 Printer Driver 1. Label a new or freshly formatted diskette “QwikLaser 6100 PCL6 Driver” and insert it into the floppy drive. -
Page 37: Pcl5E Printer Driver
PCL5e Printer Driver 1. Label a new or freshly formatted diskette “QwikLaser 6100 PCL5e Driver” and insert it into the floppy drive. 2. Windows 95/98 and 3.1x: Copy d:\XX\pcldrv\pcl5e\win9x3x\*.* a:\ (where “d” is the CD-ROM drive letter, XX is the language code EN for English, and “a”... -
Page 38: Installing Software From Diskette
7. In the field Copy manufacturer’s files from:, type A:\ then click OK. 8. Select Samsung 6100 Series PCL6. Click Next. 9. We recommend that the PCL6 driver be the default driver. Click Next. 10. Decide whether you want to share this printer or not. Then click Next. 11. Click Finish. Printers. -
Page 39: Rcp And Sm
5. In the field Insert unlisted, updated, or vendor-provided printer driver disk in:, type A:\ then click OK. 6. Select Samsung 6100 Series PCL6. Click OK. 7. We recommend that the PCL6 driver be the default driver. Highlight the driver and click Set as Default Printer. -
Page 40: Uninstalling The Printer Driver
Uninstalling the Printer Driver An uninstall utility is supplied with the printer driver to enable you to remove the driver and all associated files from your hard disk, if so required. To uninstall the driver, proceed as follows 1. Select Start... -
Page 41: Print Media Information
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Page 42: Selecting Print Media
Selecting Print Media One of the most important things you can do to assure the best possible print quality from your printer is to select the correct paper. Your printer produces letter quality output on most plain bond papers, including cotton bond and photocopying papers;... -
Page 43: Basic Guidelines
• Colored paper should be of the same high quality as white photocopy paper. The pigments must withstand the printer’s fusing temperature of 400 with a colored coating that was added after the paper was produced. -
Page 44: How To Adjust Paper Guides
How To Adjust Paper Guides LENGTH GUIDES There are two main and one auxiliary guide as shown below to adjust for the paper length. One of mains is for legal, A4, or folio size, and the other is for letter (LTR), executive (EXEC), or B5 size paper. When you load let- ter size paper, it is recommended to use the auxiliary guide on the upper right corner of the cassette with the appropriate main guide. - Page 45 When you load letter, executive, or B5 size paper, it is recommended to use the auxiliary guide with the main guide before loading paper. To adjust the auxiliary guide, remove the guide , then insert it to the appropriate position To adjust for letter (LTR), executive (EXEC), JIS B5, or ISO B5 size paper, squeeze the left guide and slide it until it lightly rests against the paper stack.
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Page 46: Using The Mp(Multi-Purpose) Tray
Using the MP(Multi-Purpose) Tray The MP tray is located in the front of your printer. It can be closed when you are not using it, making the printer more compact. The MP tray can hold several sizes and types of paper, such as transparencies, post cards, note cards, and envelopes. -
Page 47: Loading Paper Into The Mp Tray
Loading Paper into the MP Tray 1. To open the MP tray, hold both sides of the tray and pull it out toward you. 2. Pull the extender to extend the tray to its full-length position to hold longer paper. 3. - Page 48 • For transparencies: Hold the transparencies by the edges and avoid touching the print side. Fan the stack of transparencies to prevent feeding failures. Be careful not to scratch or leave fingerprints on the print side. 4. Notice the print materials stack height limit mark side of the paper guide.
- Page 49 • Do not feed stamped envelopes. The stamp is shown for placement only. • Never use envelopes with clasps, snaps, windows, coated lining, or self-stick adhesives. These envelopes may severely damage the printer. • Load transparencies or label sheet with a paper backing, load with the paper side down.
- Page 50 • Load letterhead paper with the design face up. The top edge of the sheet with the logo should enter the printer first. 6. Slide the print material into the MP tray as far as it will go. Do not force it.
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Page 51: Closing The Mp Tray
Closing the MP Tray If you want to close the MP tray, push the extender straight back to collapse the MP tray to its short-length position. Then close the MP tray door. Print Media Information... -
Page 52: Using Rear Output Tray
Using Rear Output Tray If you open the rear output tray, the printed paper is placed on the tray with the printed side facing up. If you experience paper jams, especially when you load paper, envelopes, or other special media into the MP tray, use the rear output tray. - Page 53 Note: The printed pages do not stack on the standard output bin located on top Print Media Information of the printer unless you close the rear output tray. If you want to stack the printed pages on the standard output bin, close the rear output tray.
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Page 56: Printing In Windows
Notes: • To use your QwikLaser 6100, you must install a printer driver. The way you access the driver varies depending on the software programs you use. • To use the PostScript driver, you must install the PostScript option, described in Chapter 6: Printer Options. -
Page 57: Configuring The Pcl Drivers
When you install the printer driver, QwikLaser 6100 is automatically set as the default printer. If you use more than one printer, you can select the QwikLaser 6100 as the default printer as follows: Windows 95/98/NT 4.0... -
Page 58: Setting Properties
Note: Most Windows applications will override settings you specify in the printer driver. Change all print settings available in the software application first, and any remaining settings with the printer driver. The Samsung 6100 Series PCL6 Print Setup dialog box includes five tabs: • Paper/Output • Image Quality •... -
Page 59: Pcl6 Driver Features
Manual Feed source is used when printing on special media. The default Auto Continue value of the printer is 15 seconds, meaning that the printer will wait up to 15 seconds for you to press the control panel button before printing. Afterwards the printer will attempt to print from whatever paper source is available. -
Page 60: Manual Duplex Printing
Manual Duplex Printing Your QwikLaser 6100 will print duplex (two-sided) pages by specifying duplex printing from the PCL6 driver when you print from your applications. This feature will also print an instruction sheet to assist you. To select this option, check Instruction Page. For more detailed information, refer to the on-line help. -
Page 61: Booklet Printing
Booklet Printing Your Samsung 6100 Series PCL6 driver gives you the capability to print your document in a booklet format. To perform booklet printing, follow these steps: 1. Ensure the Samsung 6100 Series PCL6 driver is the default printer. 2. In the Windows application (for example, MS Word), in File Page Setup, select one of the valid booklet formats available. -
Page 62: Postscript Driver Features
PostScript Driver Features Table 4.1 lists the features that can be set in the PostScript driver under each supported operating system. Table 4.1 Feature Macintosh Auto Paper Selection Cassette Option cassette Manual Yes: 1, 2, 4, 6, N-up Resolution 300, 600 Image Enhancement Toner Saver Miscellaneous... -
Page 63: Using Printer Utilities
• Remote Control Panel • Status Monitor Note: Remote Control Panel and Status Monitor can be used when the printer is To access any of these programs, from Windows 95/98 or NT 4.0: Select Start... - Page 64 • Auto Continue determines what action the printer should take when a manual feed print job is sent to the printer and there is no paper in the MP Tray. If set to ON, the printer will pick up the paper from cassette after fifteen seconds.
- Page 65 An XON is sent every second as long as no data is received across the serial port in the last second, the last XON is accepted by the host computer, and the printer is ready to receive data from the serial port.
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Page 66: Status Monitor
This tab shows the software version and copyright information. Status Monitor Status Monitor is a program that runs in the background and automatically displays a message on your computer screen whenever the printer status changes. This utility is available only in Windows 95/98 and 3.1x. Printing... -
Page 67: Requirements For Printing In Macintosh
1. Start the program you are using to create the document and open the document you want to print. 2. Select Print from the File menu. 3. Ensure that the QwikLaser 6100 is the selected printer. 4. After making any necessary changes to the print settings, click Print to start the print job. - Page 68 Memo Printing...
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Page 69: Troubleshooting
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Page 70: Cleaning The Printer
Always unplug the power cord before cleaning the inside of the printer. Cleaning the Outside Wipe the outside surfaces of the printer with a soft, clean, lint-free cloth. You can dampen the cloth slightly with water, but be careful not to let any water drip onto the printer or inside it. -
Page 71: Clearing Paper Jams
If paper jams occur, an error message appears on the Status Monitor which pops up automatically each time you use the printer. The PAPER and the ERROR indicator light both come on steadily on the operator panel. Follow the steps below to clear jam. To avoid tearing paper, pull the jammed paper out gently and slowly. - Page 72 3. Loosen the paper if it is caught in the feed rollers. Then pull the paper gently out. 4. Close the rear cover. 5. To resume printing, open the printer cover, then close the cover back. Troubleshooting...
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Page 73: Paper Jam In Input Area
Paper Jam in Input Area 1. Pull the paper cassette half way out of the printer. 2. If you see the jammed paper, pull the paper back out of the printer toward you . 3. Slide the cassette back into the printer. -
Page 74: Paper Jam Inside Printer
Paper Jam Inside Printer 1. Open the printer cover by pressing the cover release button, and raise the cover. 2. Remove the toner cartridge. 3. Gently pull the paper toward you. 4. Check that there is no other paper in the printer. -
Page 75: Paper Jam In Option Cassette
Paper Jam in Option Cassette 1. Pull the upper paper cassette half way out of the printer. 2. If you see the paper jammed, pull the paper out. 3. Slide the upper cassette back into the printer. Note: If a short piece is visible and you cannot grasp it, or if you do not see the Troubleshooting paper, the jam has occurred inside the option cassette. - Page 76 5. If you see the jammed paper, pull the paper out. 6. Slide the cassettes back into the printer. 7. After clearing the jam, if the printer does not resume printing, open the printer cover, then close it again. Troubleshooting...
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Page 77: Tips For Avoiding Paper Jams
• Do not load wrinkled, creased, damp, or highly curled paper. • Do not mix paper types in one cassette. • Use only recommended print materials. See ‘Printer Specifications’ on page 7.1. • Make sure the recommended print side is face down when loading the cassette. -
Page 78: Solving Printing Problems
Table 5.1 Possible Cause Remedy Select Samsung 6100 Series PCL6, Samsung 6100 Series PCL5e, or Samsung 6100 Series PS a your default printer. See the section “Selecting Your Printer” (page 4.2). Make sure that all covers are closed securely. Check all connections. - Page 79 The paper size and the software paper size settings do not match. The printer cable specifications may be incorrect. The printer prints The printer cable is not connected the wrong data, or properly. it prints incorrect There may be a problem with the characters.
- Page 80 Options menu in the Print Manager. From the Start menu, select Settings and Printers. Click the Samsung 6100 Series PCL6 icon with the right mouse button, select Properties, click the Details tab, and then click the Spool Settings button.
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Page 81: Solving Print Quality Problems
If you experience a problem which does not seem to fall under any of the cases listed in this table, or if you are concerned about any other aspect of printer operation, contact the your nearest Samsung dealer. Table 5.2... - Page 82 Print a few blank pages to clean the transfer roller. Use the Fonts dialog box in the Remote Control Panel to enable TrueType fonts. Remove the toner cartridge and shake it gently to evenly distribute the toner. Then replace the cartridge back into the printer. Troubleshooting...
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Page 83: Solving Postscript Problems
PostScript, and click on the Advanced button. The pure binary data option is not supported. Choose another. Make sure that the printer is powered Check that the LocalTalk cable is securely plugged into the printer and your Macintosh. Open the PostScript driver Properties and set ‘Option cassette’... -
Page 84: Obtaining Service
Obtaining Service If you’re unable to solve your printer problems, you may want to call for service. Before you call, however, check these things: • Is the power cord plugged into the printer? • Is the power cord plugged directly into a wall outlet? •... -
Page 85: Printer Options
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Page 86: Introduction
Introduction Your QwikLaser 6100 is a full-featured laser printer that has been opti- mized to meet most of your printing needs. Recognizing that each user may have different requirements, however, Samsung makes several options available to enhance the printer’s capabilities: •... -
Page 87: Memory And Postscript Simms
SIMMs (single inline memory modules). This procedure is applicable to either option. Note: Since PostScript requires 12 MB of printer memory and the Review the precautions on page 6.1 and then follow this procedure to install SIMMs in your printer. - Page 88 SIMM slot (the second slot on the right as shown) on the control board. They are not interchangeable. • To install a memory SIMM, continue with Step 5. • To install the PostScript SIMM, go to Step 7 on page 6.5. Printer Options...
- Page 89 5. Install the memory SIMM into the second slot labeled “DRAM” as shown, slightly angled, notch side up. 6. Push back on the SIMM until it clicks into place. Printer Options...
- Page 90 7. Install the PostScript SIMM into the first slot labeled “DRAM” as shown, slightly angled, notch side up. 8. Push back on the SIMM until it clicks into place. Printer Options...
- Page 91 9. Make sure the SIMM is secured in place by the metal clips. 10. Reinsert the metal plate, then tighten one screw. Printer Options...
- Page 92 Note: For PostScript driver installation and usage information, refer to the sections “Installing the PostScript PPD” (page 2.14) and “PostScript Driver Features” (page 4.7). To print documents from a Macintosh, you must install the Serial/LocalTalk option. See the section “Serial/LocalTalk Card or Network Card” (page 6-8). Printer Options...
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Page 93: Serial/Localtalk Card Or Network Card
Review the precautions on page 6.1 and then follow this procedure to install the Serial/LocalTalk or Network card option in your printer. 1. Turn the printer power off and disconnect the power cord and printer cable. 2. Remove the control board cover. - Page 94 3. Remove one screw and remove the metal plate in the direction of the arrow. 4. Unplug the two connectors from the control board. Printer Options...
- Page 95 5. Remove the three screws securing the board and pull the board out of the printer. Unpack the Serial/LocalTalk card or Network card. Avoid touching its contact pins. 6. Align the connector on the Serial/LocalTalk card or Network card with the connector on the control board.
- Page 96 7. Slide the control board back into the printer. Serial/LocalTalk Card Network Card 8. Insert the control board in place, and tighten the two screws. Printer Options...
- Page 97 9. Tighten the third screw as shown. Reconnect the two connectors that were removed in Step 4. 10. Reinsert the metal plate, then tighten one screw. Printer Options...
- Page 98 11. Replace the control board cover. 12. Reconnect the power cord, printer cable and turn on the power. Note: To print documents from a Macintosh, you must also install the PostScript option and additional memory. See the section “Memory and PostScript SIMMs”...
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Page 99: Option Cassette
Figure 6.1. Figure 6.1 Support unit Paper tray Review the precautions on page 6.1 and then follow this procedure to install option cassette in your printer. 1. Turn off the printer and disconnect the power cord. Printer Options... - Page 100 2. Observe the location of the support unit’s connector and tabs. Connector 3. Align the printer with the support unit and lower it into place on the tabs and connector. 4. Load paper in the cassette. 5. Reconnect the power cord, then turn on the printer.
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Page 101: Printer Specifications
Printer Specifications... - Page 102 Printer Specifications Item Print Speed 12PPM (A4/Letter) Resolution True 600 x 600 dpi; 1200 dpi with Image Enhancement Paper Handing (output) Face Down: 250 sheets; Face Up: 10 sheets Cassette: 250 sheets of paper (75 g/m Feed Capacity MP Tray: 100 sheets of paper (75 g/m...
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Page 103: Language Codes
- Macintosh Host Interface 230.4KBPS, SDLC, FMO Coding, RS-232C Network Optional (QwikLaser 6100N is default) - Ethernet 10/100M Base T - Novell - TCP/IP and AppleTalk - LPD Language Codes Printer Specifications Specification and Description Code Language German English Spanish French... -
Page 104: Paper Size
Paper Size The following table gives details about the print material you can load in each of the printer trays. Paper LETTER FOLIO (LEGAL 13”) LEGAL (LEGAL 14”) EXECUTIVE STATEMENT ISO B5 JIS B5 148.5 ENVELOPE - COM-10 - MONARCH... -
Page 105: Index
CD-ROM ......1.6 Cleaning the printer ....5.1 Inside surfaces . - Page 106 Print speed ......7.1 Printer cable connector ....1.3 Printing in Windows .