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TallyGenicom mL450 Laser
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May 04
Publication No. GEG-99197

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  • Page 1 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual May 04 Publication No. GEG-99197...

  • Page 2: Proprietary Statement

    TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Trademarks The following are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Other product names mentioned in this manual may also be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Registered trademarks are registered in the United States Patent and Trademark Office; some trademarks may also be registered in other countries.
  • Page 3 Appendix C Printing Font Summaries This appendix explains the procedure for printing summaries of PCL or PostScript fonts installed in your printer.. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Chapter 1 Unpacking and Installing Your Printer Publication No. GEG-99197...
  • Page 4 Network Interface Manual on the Electronic Library CD-ROM. Appendix C TallyGenicom Customer Support and Part Numbers This appendix lists the part numbers for TallyGenicom Intelliprint mL450 printers, options, and consumables. To order parts, contact your local authorized TallyGenicom dealer. This appendix will familarize you with TallyGenicom and how to contact TallyGenicom for support.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Preface Welcome Features Standard Configurations Base Configuration (for table-top use) Extended Configuration (floor-standing) Manual Conventions Chapter 1 Unpacking and Installing Your Printer About this Chapter Installation Precautions Environment Space requirements Top View of Printer (standard configuration) Top View of Printer (when options are installed) Unpacking the Printer Installing the EP Cartridge Handling Precautions...
  • Page 6 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Adding paper to the 500-sheet universal paper cassette Connecting the Parallel Cable Connecting the Ethernet Cable Connecting the Power Cord Turning the Printer On Selecting a Display Language Installing Printer Drivers Installing Printer Drivers and other Software for UNIX and Windows...
  • Page 7 LCD Display LED Indicators Pushbuttons May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Top View of Long Edge Feeds Long Edge Duplex Bind in Portrait Orientation Short Edge Duplex Bind in Portrait Orientation Long Edge Duplex Bind in Landscape Orientation...
  • Page 8 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Navigating the Control Panel Menus Menu Structure Job Library Job Accounting Paper Menu Interface Menu PS Menu PCL Menu System Menu Quality Menu Functions Menu FLASH Menu DISK Menu Status Menu Chapter 5...
  • Page 9 Printing Problems BOOTP Troubleshooting DHCP Troubleshooting RARP Troubleshooting PostScript Problems Bitmap Graphics Technical Support Chapter 7 Optional Extended Features About this Chapter May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 5-28 5-30 6-11 6-12 6-13 6-13 6-14 6-14 6-14 6-17...
  • Page 10 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Installing DRAM Memory DIMMS Installing a FLASH DIMM Module Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module Operator Panel MENU Structure Using the Disk Menu Using the Flash Menu Using the PCL and PostScript Power-On Files Feature...
  • Page 11 Normal printing Wide printing Appendix B Safety Notes and Regulatory Compliances About this Appendix Safety Notes Power Source, Power Cord and Accessory Cable Precautions May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Interpreter 7-41 Format 7-41 Serial Mode 7-41 Baud Rate...
  • Page 12 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Location and Environment Precautions Fire, Smoke and Shock Precautions Paper Jam Precautions Regulatory Compliances Class B Equipment Class 1 Laser Device and CDRH Compliance Radio and Television Interference Appendix C Printing Font Summaries About this Appendix...
  • Page 13 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual xiii User Publications Consumables Publication No. GEG-99197 May 04...

  • Page 14: Manual

    TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Publication No. GEG-99197 May 04...

  • Page 15: Preface

    Preface In this Chapter . . . “Welcome” on page 2 “Features” on page 2 “Standard Configurations” on page 3 “Manual Conventions” on page 5 May 04 Publication No. GEG-99197...

  • Page 16: Welcome -2

    TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Features Welcome Thank you for selecting the tion regarding operation and care of your printer. Please read this manual in its entirety and keep it at hand for later reference. Features Your laser printer comes with the following features.

  • Page 17: Standard Configurations -3

    Printer Languages: Adobe PostScript 3 and PCL6, PJL Finisher/Stapler Power Connector AC Power Input Connector May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Base Configuration (for table-top use) can be ordered in the following two standard configurations: Optional Network Interface Ports (RJ45, BNC,...

  • Page 18: Extended Configuration (Floor-Standing) -4

    TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Standard Configurations Extended Configuration (floor-standing) Memory: 64 Mbytes RAM Memory Resolutions: 300 x 300 dpi and 600 x 600 dpi Paper Input: Two 500-sheet universal paper trays and one 50-sheet Multi-Purpose Bypass Feeder Paper Output: One 500-sheet face down tray Interfaces: Bidirectional 1284 Parallel Port (Type-B);...

  • Page 19: Manual Conventions -5

    WARNING! Warnings indicate the possibility of personal injury if a specific procedure is not performed exactly as described in the manual. Pay special attention to these sections and read them fully to prevent possible injury. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Extended Configuration (floor-standing) Publication No. GEG-99197...
  • Page 20 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Manual Conventions Publication No. GEG-99197 May 04...

  • Page 21: Unpacking And Installing Your Printer

    In this Chapter . . . “About this Chapter” on page 1-2 “Installation Precautions” on page 1-2 “Unpacking the Printer” on page 1-4 “Installing the EP Cartridge” on page 1-6 “Adding paper to the 500-sheet universal paper cassette” on page 1-10 “Connecting the Parallel Cable”...

  • Page 22: About This Chapter

    TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Installation Precautions About this Chapter Describes a suitable location for your laser printer and how to unpack and install it. Be sure to read this chapter before setting up the printer. Installation Precautions Before unpacking your laser printer, it is recommended that you read the following to assist locat- ing a suitable spot for your new laser printer.

  • Page 23: Top View Of Printer (Standard Configuration)

    Top View of Printer (standard configuration) Measurements in inches (mm) Top View of Printer (when options are installed) (630) May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 1-3 41.7 (1060) 14.3 (364) 42.7 (1084) 24.8 81.5 (2069) Measurements in inches (mm)

  • Page 24: Unpacking The Printer

    TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Unpacking the Printer Unpacking the Printer Cut the shipping straps off the exterior carton. Remove the four plastic inserts at the base of the shipping container by pulling on the tabs of each insert. Plastic inserts should be completely removed.
  • Page 25 It is particularly important that you save the wooden shipping pallet. CAUTION: Never attempt to ship your printer without using the wooden pallet. Severe dam- age may occur. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 1-5 B-3. Space requirements “Location and Environment Pre-...

  • Page 26: Installing The Ep Cartridge

    TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Installing the EP Cartridge When you unpack the printer, make sure that all the items shown below are included. If any items are missing or damaged, contact your point of purchase. 45 PPM Laser Printer...

  • Page 27: For Standard Configuration

    Hold the EP cartridge horizontally and gently shake it 5 to 6 times to evenly distribute the toner inside. Uneven toner distribution may degrade print quality. If the toner has not been May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 1-7 For standard configuration Publication No. GEG-99197...
  • Page 28 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Installing the EP Cartridge properly freed by shaking the cartridge, a noise may be heard when turning on the printer and the EP cartridge may be damaged. Open the front cover as indicated. WARNING: Never touch the fuser area (where a label indicating high temperature is located).
  • Page 29 Gently pull out the sealing tape in the direction of the arrow. NOTE: If the tape is pulled out at an angle, it may break. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 1-9 For standard configuration Publication No. GEG-99197...

  • Page 30: Adding Paper To The 500-Sheet Universal Paper Cassette

    1-10 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Adding paper to the 500-sheet universal paper cassette Close the front cover and the upper left cover. NOTE: When closing the upper left cover, do not use the latch on the cover. Instead, follow the instruction label on the cover and push the recommended location.
  • Page 31 Do not use paper with creases or wrinkles. When using special paper, fan it before insertion. Gently lift up the length guide, and slide it all the way until it stops. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 1-11 For standard configuration Publication No. GEG-99197...
  • Page 32 1-12 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Adding paper to the 500-sheet universal paper cassette While pressing down the gray handle, slide the side guide all the way until it stops. Align the four corners of the paper and place the paper in the cassette. The paper should enter easily between the guides.
  • Page 33 Adjust the guide to the paper size correctly; otherwise paper may not be transported correctly and may result in a paper jam. Align the edges of the paper stack May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 1-13 For standard configuration Publication No. GEG-99197...

  • Page 34: Connecting The Parallel Cable

    1-14 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Connecting the Parallel Cable Adjust the length guide to the paper length. NOTE: Make sure the guide stopper is locked firmly in the guide hole on the bottom of the cassette. Adjust the guide to the paper size correctly otherwise paper may not be transported correctly and may result in a paper jam.

  • Page 35: Connecting The Ethernet Cable

    See “Safety Notes” on page B-2. AC outletPower cord Insert the power cord into the AC connector on the printer May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 1-15 For standard configuration Publication No. GEG-99197...
  • Page 36 1-16 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Connecting the Power Cord Verify that the power switch of the printer is set to the [O] (off) position then insert the plug of the power cord into the AC outlet. Connect the power cord to the outlet.

  • Page 37: Turning The Printer On

    The language that you select will be reflected on all LCD display messages, and also the content of the Configuration Summary and Test Page. To change the default language from English to one of the other four available selections: May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 1-17 For standard configuration Loading **************...

  • Page 38: Installing Printer Drivers

    1-18 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Installing Printer Drivers From the Ready status, press MENU, the control panel display will read: Press PREVIOUS or NEXT until the display reads: Press SELECT, the display will read: Press NEXT or PREVIOUS until the display reads:...

  • Page 39: Installing Printer Drivers For Macos

    Press SELECT. A two page Configuration Summary will print. An example of a Configura- tion Summary appears on the following page. NOTE: Depending upon the options installed and menu settings, your Configuration Summary may vary. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 1-19 Installing Printer Drivers for MacOS Menu Paper Menu Functions...
  • Page 40 1-20 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Printing a Configuration Summary Publication No. GEG-99197 May 04...

  • Page 41: Printing A Test Page

    Press SELECT. A single page Test Page will print. An example of a Test Page appears on the following page. NOTE: The size of the Test Page will match the size of the default paper size selected. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 1-21 Installing Printer Drivers for MacOS Menu Paper Menu Menu...

  • Page 42: Printing Pcl And Postscript Font Lists

    1-22 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Printing PCL and PostScript Font Lists Printing PCL and PostScript Font Lists Your printer has the capability of printing lists of all installed PCL or PostScript fonts. To print a Font List, follow these steps:...

  • Page 43: Turning The Printer Off

    When the printer is turned off, all print data still in memory will be erased. Set the power switch to the [0] position to turn off the printer. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 1-23 Installing Printer Drivers for MacOS Functions...
  • Page 44 1-24 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Turning the Printer Off Publication No. GEG-99197 May 04...

  • Page 45: Printer And Options Parts And Functions

    In this Chapter . . . “About this Chapter” on page 2-2 “Main Unit” on page 2-2 “Options” on page 2-6 May 04 Printer and Options Parts and Functions Publication No. GEG-99197...

  • Page 46: About This Chapter

    TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Main Unit About this Chapter Describes the parts of the printer and paper handling options and their functions. A discussion of the paper path is also included. Also describes all available options and consumables for your printer and their respective part numbers.

  • Page 47: Rear View

    TRAY connector Power cord receptacle AC outlet Controller May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 2-3 Access area for clearing paper jam. Open this cover to clear paper jam or when replacing the EP cartridge. Connects to the optional duplexer.

  • Page 48: Operation Panel

    TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Main Unit Operation Panel Display Shows error messages and other status information. Refer to gating the Control Panel Menus” push-buttons of the control panel. Controller Optional Network Interfaces Parallel Port Ethernet Reset Switch ON - 100BaseT Connection active OFF - 10BaseT Connection active Publication No.

  • Page 49: Inside The Printer

    Never touch the fuser area where a label indicating high temper- ature is located (such as that shown below), or else burns may result May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 2-5 Fuser Fixes toner onto the paper...

  • Page 50: Options

    TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Options Options The above illustration show the printer with the standard cassette feeders, duplexer, and face-up tray installed. Duplexer Duplexer latch High Capacity Feeder (HCF) unit (Trays 3, 4, 5) Publication No. GEG-99197 For printing on both sides of a sheet.
  • Page 51 Envelope feeder The above illustration shows the printer with the Finisher/Stapler unit installed. Finisher/Stapler unit May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 2-7 Inside the Printer The optional envelope feeder can be hold up to about 100 envelopes. High capacity finisher (stacker) and stapler for automatic stapling of printed sheets.
  • Page 52 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Options NOTE: Additional options such as network interfaces, memory DIMMs, consumables and user publications are available for your printer. For a complete list of available options, part numbers and ordering information see Publication No. GEG-99197 ”Appendix E TallyGenicom Customer Support and Part Numbers”...

  • Page 53: Understanding Paper, Paper Paths, Paper Delivery And Paper Loading

    In this Chapter . . . “About this Chapter” on page 3-2 “Paper” on page 3-2 “Paper Size Requirements” on page 3-2 “Media Sizes Supported” on page 3-4 “Media Types supported” on page 3-5 “Paper Orientation” on page 3-6 “Long and Short Edge Duplex Binding in Portrait and Landscape Orienta- tions”...

  • Page 54: About This Chapter

    TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Paper About this Chapter Provides information on paper qualities, paper size requirements, paper paths, paper output deliv- ery and loading of paper in your printer and options. Paper To obtain good print quality, only use the recommended paper. In choosing paper other than the recommended ones, use the following tables as guidance.

  • Page 55: Main Unit

    Tray 2 Tray 1 Only High Capacity Feeder Option (Trays 3, 4, and 5) Paper Source Tray 3 May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 3-3 Paper Size X (mm) Y(mm) A4 LEF B4 SEF 8.5” x 11” LEF 8.5”...

  • Page 56: Tallygenicom Ml450 Laser Printer User Manual

    TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Media Sizes Supported Paper Source Tray 4 Tray 5 NOTE: 1. Different size papers cannot be mixed and loaded into the same paper source. 2. Duplex printing is possible only when the optional duplexer is installed.

  • Page 57: Media Types Supported

    TRANSPARENCY (A4) PREPUNCHED LETTERHEAD COLORED PREPRINTED BOND CARD STOCK POSTCARD ENVELOPE OTHER May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 3-5 High Capacity Feeder Option (Trays 3, 4, and 5) Tray Tray Tray Tray Tray Tray Tray Tray Tray Tray...

  • Page 58: Paper Orientation

    TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Paper Orientation Paper Orientation Paper Orientation in Trays 1, 2, or 3 Top View of Short Edge Feeds 1 represents duplex printing 2 represents simplex printing Paper Orientation in Tray 4 Top View of Long Edge Feeds...

  • Page 59: Paper Orientation In Tray 5

    Paper Orientation in Tray 5 Top View of Long Edge Feeds 1 represents duplex printing 2 represents simplex printing May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 3-7 Paper Orientation in Tray 5 Publication No. GEG-99197...

  • Page 60: Paper And Envelope Orientation In The Bypass Feeder

    TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Paper Orientation Paper and Envelope Orientation in the Bypass Feeder Top View of Short Edge Feeds (SEF) 1 represents duplex printing 2 represents simplex printing Top View of Envelope Feeds 1 represents Envelope 2 represents DL Envelope 3 represents C5 Envelope Publication No.

  • Page 61: Long And Short Edge Duplex Binding In Portrait And Landscape Orientations

    Long and Short Edge Duplex Binding in Portrait and Landscape Orientations Long Edge Duplex Bind in Portrait Orientation Short Edge Duplex Bind in Portrait Orientation May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 3-9 Paper and Envelope Orientation in the Bypass Feeder Publication No. GEG-99197...

  • Page 62: Long Edge Duplex Bind In Landscape Orientation

    3-10 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Long and Short Edge Duplex Binding in Portrait and Landscape Orientations Long Edge Duplex Bind in Landscape Orientation Short Edge Duplex Bind in Landscape Orientation Publication No. GEG-99197 May 04...

  • Page 63: Paper Paths

    The image is transferred by the photosensitive drum inside the EP cartridge. The toner on the paper is fixed by the fuser. The paper emerges onto the paper output tray, face down. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 3-11 Paper path for standard configuration Publication No. GEG-99197...

  • Page 64: Paper Path When Options Are Installed

    3-12 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Paper Paths Paper path when options are installed The following illustration shows the printer with the optional HCF unit, duplexer, and face-up tray Publication No. GEG-99197 Finisher/Stapler May 04...

  • Page 65: Paper Delivery

    Avoid storing too many printouts in the paper output tray. Remove them as soon as possible; otherwise paper jam and paper delivery problems may result. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 3-13 Paper path when options are installed Duplexer...

  • Page 66: Paper Output Tray

    3-14 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Paper Delivery Paper output tray The standard output tray enables printouts to emerge facing down. It can store up to about 500 sheets of printed paper. Face-up tray (option) When installed and selected, the face-up tray can store up to about 200 sheets of paper coming out face down.

  • Page 67: Face-Up Tray With The Duplexer (Option)

    TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 3-15 Face-up tray with the Duplexer (option) Face-up tray with the Duplexer (option) When installed and selected, the face-up tray can store up to about 200 sheets of printouts coming out face down. May 04...

  • Page 68: Finisher/Stapler Unit (Option)

    3-16 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Adding paper to the 500-sheet paper cassette, Tray 1 or Tray 2 Finisher/Stapler unit (option) Adding paper to the 500-sheet paper cassette, Tray 1 or Tray 2 Pull out desired tray until it stops.
  • Page 69 Prepare a stack of paper. Make sure the tops of the sheets are properly aligned. Gently lift up the length guide, and slide it all the way until it stops. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 3-17 Finisher/Stapler unit (option) Publication No. GEG-99197...
  • Page 70 3-18 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Adding paper to the 500-sheet paper cassette, Tray 1 or Tray 2 While pressing down the gray handle, slide the side guide all the way until stops. Align the four corners of the paper and place the paper in the cassette. The paper should enter easily between the guides.
  • Page 71 Adjust the guide to the paper size correctly otherwise paper may not be transported correctly and may result in paper jam. Align the edges of the paper stack May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 3-19 Finisher/Stapler unit (option) Publication No. GEG-99197...

  • Page 72: Adding Paper To The Multi Bypass Feeder

    3-20 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Adding paper to the multi bypass feeder Adjust the length guide to the paper length. NOTE: Make sure the guide stopper is locked firmly in the guide hole on the bottom of the cassette.
  • Page 73 If necessary, pull out the extension tray to a length desired for the paper to be loaded. Place paper along the right side of the multi bypass feeder. Push the paper guide until it slightly touches the paper stack. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 3-21 Finisher/Stapler unit (option) Publication No. GEG-99197...

  • Page 74: Adding Paper To The Hcf Unit (2500-Sheet)

    3-22 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Adding paper to the HCF unit (2500-sheet) Insert the paper stack as far as it can go into the printer. The paper is now ready for use. When the paper is no longer required, remove it and push back the extension tray if neces- sary.

  • Page 75: Tray 3 (500-Sheet Universal Paper Cassette)

    TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 3-23 Tray 3 (500-sheet universal paper cassette) Tray 3 (500-sheet universal paper cassette) Pull out Tray 3 until it stops. Prepare a stack of paper. Make sure the tops of the sheets are properly aligned.
  • Page 76 3-24 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Adding paper to the HCF unit (2500-sheet) Gently lift up the length guide, and slide it all the way until it stops. While pressing down the gray handle, slide the side guide all the way until it stops. If you will use the same paper as before, this step is not required.
  • Page 77 NOTE: Make sure the paper’s stack height does not exceed the paper limit mark. Adjust the side guide to the paper width. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 3-25 Tray 3 (500-sheet universal paper cassette) Publication No. GEG-99197...
  • Page 78 3-26 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Adding paper to the HCF unit (2500-sheet) Align the edges of the paper stack. CAUTION: Adjust the guide to the paper size correctly otherwise paper may not be trans- ported correctly and may result in a paper jam.

  • Page 79: Trays 4 And 5 (A4/Letter Size Paper Compartment)

    Trays 4 and 5 are designated for printing of A4 or letter size paper. The following illustrate how to add paper using Tray 4, the left compartment, as an example. Pull on the latch to open Tray 4. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 3-27 Trays 4 and 5 (A4/Letter size paper compartment) Publication No. GEG-99197...
  • Page 80 3-28 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Adding paper to the HCF unit (2500-sheet) Prepare a stack of paper. Make sure the tops of the sheets are properly aligned. Insert paper into the compartment. NOTE: Make sure the paper’s stack height does not exceed the paper limit mark.

  • Page 81: Loading Envelopes Into The Envelope Feeder

    Loading envelopes into the envelope feeder Prepare a stack of envelopes. Make sure the envelopes are not stuck together and all flaps are closed. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 3-29 Trays 4 and 5 (A4/Letter size paper compartment) Publication No. GEG-99197...
  • Page 82 3-30 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Loading envelopes into the envelope feeder While lifting the envelope weight, insert envelopes with the flap-side up and the long edges leading first. Slide the side guide so that it slightly touches the edges of the envelope stack CAUTION: Make sure the envelopes do not exceed the paper limit mark.

  • Page 83: Understanding And Navigating The Control Panel Menus

    In this Chapter . . . “About this Chapter” on page 4-2 “Control Panel Features” on page 4-2 “Navigating the Control Panel Menus” on page 4-4 “Menu Structure” on page 4-6 “Job Library” on page 4-7 “Job Accounting” on page 4-8 “Paper Menu”...

  • Page 84: About This Chapter

    TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Control Panel Features About this Chapter This chapter explains the control panel and its functions, and also demonstrates how to navigate through the control panel menus and submenus that allow you to view and change the printer set- tings.
  • Page 85 RETURN—Push this button to move up one level in the menu structure to the menu shown on the first line of the display. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 4-3 COLOR WHEN OFF Yellow...

  • Page 86: Navigating The Control Panel Menus

    TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Navigating the Control Panel Menus Navigating the Control Panel Menus When you press the MENU button on the control panel, you enter the printer’s menu system. At that point, the first line of the display contains the text “Menu”, indicating that you are in the menu system.
  • Page 87 Press the NEXT or PREVIOUS button to increase or decrease the number of copies printed. Press the SELECT button to save this setting. Press the START/STOP button to exit the menu system. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 4-5 Menu Interface Menu Copies Paper Menu Copies Figure 4-2: Navigating the Paper Menu.

  • Page 88: Menu Structure

    TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Menu Structure Menu Structure The following figure shows the structure of the control panel main menus and submenus. Job Accounting Job Library Enabled Print Print Info Delete Reset Info PCL Menu Orientation Font Source...

  • Page 89: Job Library

    Delete Delete (To delete a saved job) May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 4-7 Available Settings Procedure for Changing Setting 1. Press NEXT or PREVIOUS to scroll through the User Folder Names. 2. Press SELECT to choose the desired User Folder.

  • Page 90: Job Accounting

    TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Job Accounting Submenu Default Setting Delete User Folder 1 Delete Job1 Job Name Job Accounting The Job Accounting Menu provides access to functions and settings related to this feature. Use the following procedure to enter the Job Accounting Menu to change the settings or access the func- tions: Press the MENU button on the control panel.

  • Page 91: Paper Menu

    May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 4-9 Available Settings Procedure for Changing Setting Numbers 1 - 999 1. Press NEXT or PREVIOUS to increase or decrease the number of copies printed.
  • Page 92 4-10 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Paper Menu Submenus Default Setting Media Size/Type This submenu allows Size: Letter LEF you to set the media Type: Plain size and type for the Tray 1 MBF Tray and set the Type: Plain...
  • Page 93 Custom Paper Size feature. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 4-11 Available Settings Procedure for Changing Setting 1. Press NEXT or PREVIOUS to toggle between ON and OFF. 2. Press SELECT to save this setting.

  • Page 94: Interface Menu

    4-12 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Interface Menu Interface Menu The Interface Menu provides access to the printer interface settings. Use the following procedure to enter the interface menu: Press the MENU button on the control panel. Press the NEXT button until the text “Interface Menu” is shown on the second line of the display.
  • Page 95 Format: Mode: Bidirectional Delay Out Close: Binary PS: May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 4-13 Available Procedure for Changing Setting Settings Interpreter: 1. Press NEXT or PREVIOUS to scroll through the Auto Switch INTERPRETER, FORMAT, MODE, DELAY OUT CLOSE, and BINARY PSsubmenus.
  • Page 96 4-14 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Interface Menu Submenus Default Setting Network Card 1 Setup Interpreter: This submenu allows you to Auto Switch set up the Network interface. Format: Network Address: IP Address: (user-specified) Subnet Mask: (user-specified) Default Router:...

  • Page 97: Ps Menu

    A setting of 0 will cause printer to wait indefinitely for a manual feed. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 4-15 Available Settings Procedure for Changing Settings 1. Press NEXT or PREVIOUS to toggle between ON (print) and OFF (do not print).

  • Page 98: Pcl Menu

    4-16 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual PCL Menu PCL Menu The PCL Menu provides access to the PCL settings. Use the following procedure to enter the PCL menu: Press the MENU button on the control panel. Press the NEXT button until the text “PCL Menu” is shown on the second line of the dis- play.
  • Page 99 May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 4-17 Available Settings 10U:PC-8 CP437 15U:Pi Font 11U:PC-8 D/N 1U: Legal 12U:PC-850...
  • Page 100 4-18 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual PCL Menu Submenus Default Setting FF Mode FF = FF This submenu allows you to define the action prompted by a form feed—a form feed equals either a form feed alone or a...

  • Page 101: System Menu

    Power Saver This submenu allows you to set the number of minutes the printer is idle before it reverts to Power Saver Mode. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 4-19 Default Setting Available Settings U.S. U.S. Non-U.S. English...
  • Page 102 4-20 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual System Menu Submenus Wait Timeout This submenu allows you to increase or decrease the length of time (in seconds) that the printer will remain in the waiting state—a job is being processed, no end-of-file has been detected, and there is no more data to process.

  • Page 103: Quality Menu

    This submenu allows you to specify the print density. 1 represents the lightest print density, while 7 represents the darkest print density. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 4-21 Default Setting Available Settings Light Lighter Lightest Numbers 1-7...

  • Page 104: Functions Menu

    4-22 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Functions Menu Functions Menu The Functions Menu provides access to several printer functions that can supply you with informa- tion about the printer and its settings. Use the following procedure to enter the Functions Menu: Press the MENU button on the control panel.

  • Page 105: Disk Menu

    Press the NEXT button to move through the submenus: Print, Delete, Format Disk, and Disk Summary. Press the SELECT button to enter a submenu. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 4-23 Pushbuttons Procedure for Changing Setting 1. Press NEXT or PREVIOUS to scroll through the files.

  • Page 106: Status Menu

    4-24 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Status Menu Use the procedures in the following table to access and change the system settings: Submenus Print This selection will read the selected file from Disk and print it as if it were being received from one of the input ports.
  • Page 107 Toner Press SELECT to view the status of the toner cartridge. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 4-25 Procedure for Executing Function 1. Press NEXT or PREVIOUS to scroll through the MEDIA SIZE, MEDIA TYPE, and LEVEL settings for the MBF.
  • Page 108 4-26 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Status Menu Publication No. GEG-99197 May 04...

  • Page 109: Printer Consumables, Cleaning And Maintenance

    In this Chapter . . . “About this Chapter” on page 5-2 “Replacing the EP Cartridge” on page 5-2 “Replacing the Fuser” on page 5-13 “Replacing the Transfer Roller” on page 5-19 “Replacing the Feed Rollers” on page 5-20 “Cleaning” on page 5-26 “Daily Maintenance”...

  • Page 110: About This Chapter

    TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Replacing the EP Cartridge About this Chapter Describes how to handle and replace the EP cartridge, replacement of transfer and feed rollers and performance of other steps as necessary for day-to-day operation of your printer.

  • Page 111: Replacing The Ep Cartridge (For Standard Configuration)

    CAUTION: Do not shake the EP cartridge in order to check for toner level. A tiny amount of toner left may spill out. Replacing the EP cartridge (for standard configuration) Hold the latch and open the upper left cover. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 5-3 Replacing the EP Cartridge Publication No. GEG-99197...
  • Page 112 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Replacing the EP Cartridge Open the front cover as indicated. WARNING: Never touch the fuser area where a label indicating high temperature is located (such as that shown below), or else burns may result.
  • Page 113 CAUTION: Uneven toner distribution may degrade print quality. If the toner has not been properly freed by shaking the cartridge, a noise may be heard when turning on the printer and the EP cartridge may be damaged. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 5-5 Replacing the EP Cartridge Publication No. GEG-99197...
  • Page 114 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Replacing the EP Cartridge Open the front cover as indicated. While holding the orange handle with one hand, gently push the cartridge all the way into the printer. NOTE: Do not touch any parts inside the printer. Make sure the cartridge is seated properly.
  • Page 115 When closing the upper left cover, do not use the latch on the cover. Instead, follow the instruction label on the cover and push the recommended location. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 5-7 Replacing the EP Cartridge Publication No. GEG-99197...

  • Page 116: Replacing The Ep Cartridge (When Options Are Installed)

    TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Replacing the EP Cartridge Replacing the EP cartridge (when options are installed) If the duplex printing unit is installed, pull on its latch to open it. Hold the latch and open the upper left cover.
  • Page 117 Then hold the handle and completely remove the cartridge. Be careful about the toner falling out, then wrap the used EP cartridge in its original packing and dispose it properly. Never dispose of it by burning. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 5-9 Replacing the EP Cartridge Publication No. GEG-99197...
  • Page 118 5-10 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Replacing the EP Cartridge Remove a new EP cartridge from the packing, and carefully pull out the protective paper sheet from the drum shutter. Hold the EP cartridge horizontally and gently shake it 5 to 6 times to evenly distribute the toner inside.
  • Page 119 While holding the orange handle with one hand, gently push the cartridge all the way into the printer. NOTE: Do not touch any parts inside the printer. Make sure the cartridge is seated properly. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 5-11 Replacing the EP Cartridge Publication No. GEG-99197...
  • Page 120 5-12 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Replacing the EP Cartridge Gently pull out the sealing tape in the direction of the arrow. NOTE: If the tape is pulled out at an angle, it may break possibly rendering the cartridge unusable.

  • Page 121: Replacing The Fuser

    (such as that shown below), or else burns may result. Before replacing the fuser, turn the printer off and wait at least 40 minutes before replacing it. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 5-13 Replacing the Fuser Publication No. GEG-99197...
  • Page 122 5-14 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Replacing the Fuser Open the upper left cover. Open the front cover. Publication No. GEG-99197 May 04...
  • Page 123 Loosen the two locking screws indicated. (You cannot remove them completely.) Hold the two rings indicated and pull out the fuser. Dispose of the fuser May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 5-15 Replacing the Fuser Publication No. GEG-99197...
  • Page 124 5-16 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Replacing the Fuser Prepare a new fuser. While holding the two rings of the new fuser, push into the printer as indicated. Tighten the two locking screws. Publication No. GEG-99197 May 04...
  • Page 125 Using a coin or a flat head screwdriver with a wide blade, turning in a counter-clockwise direction, loosen the two metal fuser shipping screws. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 5-17 Replacing the Fuser Publication No. GEG-99197...
  • Page 126 5-18 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Replacing the Fuser Completely remove and discard the two metal fuser shipping screws Close the front cover and then the upper left cover. Publication No. GEG-99197 May 04...

  • Page 127: Replacing The Transfer Roller

    (such as that shown below), or else burns may result. Open the upper left cover. Lift up the handles to unlock the transfer roller. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 5-19 Replacing the Transfer Roller Publication No. GEG-99197...

  • Page 128: Replacing The Feed Rollers

    5-20 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Replacing the Feed Rollers Remove the transfer roller. Insert a new transfer roller and press down to hold the roller in place. Push the handles to lock the transfer roller in place. Replacing the Feed Rollers After replacing the fuser, be sure to also replace the feed rollers.
  • Page 129 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 5-21 Replacing the Feed Rollers Remove the top cassette from the printer unit. While pressing the white tab, remove the lower feed roller. NOTE: Be sure not to remove the coupling behind the feed roller.
  • Page 130 5-22 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Replacing the Feed Rollers Flip down the cover and remove the upper two rollers with the same steps described earlier. While pressing the white tab, remove the upper two rollers. Insert a new upper feed rollers.

  • Page 131: Tray 5 (Hcf Unit)

    Inset a new lower feed roller. Tray 5 (HCF Unit) Remove the Tray 3. Pull out the Tray 5. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 5-23 Replacing the Feed Rollers Publication No. GEG-99197...
  • Page 132 5-24 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Replacing the Feed Rollers Pull the roller cover towards you. While pressing the white tab, remove the three feed rollers NOTE: Be sure not to remove the coupling behind the feed roller. Insert the three new feed rollers.

  • Page 133: Tray 4 (Hcf Unit)

    Pull out the left tray. Open the lower left cover. Press down the roller cover. While pressing the white tab, remove the three feed rollers. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 5-25 Replacing the Feed Rollers Publication No. GEG-99197...

  • Page 134: Cleaning

    5-26 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Cleaning NOTE: Be sure not to remove the coupling behind the feed roller. Insert three new feed rollers. Push back Tray 4. Cleaning In order to keep your printer in optimum working condition, clean the exterior and interior of the printer as described below.

  • Page 135: Clean The Exterior Of The Printer

    TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 5-27 Cleaning Clean the exterior of the printer Clean the exterior of the printer about once a month. Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with water. For stubborn stains, soak the cloth in a mild detergent solution before cleaning. Finish by wiping the printer with a soft, dry cloth.

  • Page 136: Tallygenicom Ml450 Laser Printer User Manual

    5-28 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Daily Maintenance Daily Maintenance At the end of the day, turn off the printer by setting the power switch to [0]. If any error message or status code appears, see Preparing the Printer for a Period of Extended Non-Use If the printer will not be used for one week or more, perform the following steps.
  • Page 137 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 5-29 Preparing the Printer for a Period of Extended Non-Use Turn off the printer by setting the power switch to the [0] position. If any error message or status code appears, see ”Chapter 6 Troubleshooting”...

  • Page 138: Relocating The Printer

    5-30 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Relocating the Printer Remove any paper from the multi bypass feeder as well as all the paper cassettes. Store the paper in a location that is not humid and dusty. For more information, see...
  • Page 139 If any error message or status code appears, see the printer properly. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet and the printer. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 5-31 Relocating the Printer ”Chapter 6 Troubleshooting”and turn off...
  • Page 140 5-32 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Relocating the Printer Remove any paper from the multi bypass feeder as well as all the paper cassettes.Store the paper in a location that is not humid and dusty. For more information, see Safety Notes and Regulatory If the optional face-up tray is installed, remove it.
  • Page 141 Replace the EP cartridge in its original packing material, or wrap it in a thick lint-free cloth. If the HCF unit is installed, unlock the stoppers on its casters. Move the printer to a new location and reverse the steps above. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 5-33 Relocating the Printer Publication No. GEG-99197...
  • Page 142 5-34 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Relocating the Printer Publication No. GEG-99197 May 04...

  • Page 143: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting In this Chapter . . . “About this Chapter” on page 6-2 “Solving Printer Power-on Problems” on page 6-2 “Solving Print Quality Problems” on page 6-3 “Clearing Paper Jams” on page 6-6 “Control Panel LCD Messages” on page 6-17 May 04 Publication No.

  • Page 144: About This Chapter

    TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Solving Printer Power-on Problems About this Chapter Explains procedures to isolate and solve problems that may occur during use of your printer. Clear- ing paper jams and detailed troubleshooting of LCD error messages are discussed in this chapter.

  • Page 145: Solving Print Quality Problems

    AC outlet, and call to arrange for a technical support or service or repair call DESCRIPTION Faded print Black dots Vertical black streaks Repetitive defects. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 6-3 POSSIBLE CAUSE Print media is moist. Remove moist media and load new dry media. EP cartridge is old or Replace EP cartridge.
  • Page 146 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Solving Print Quality Problems DESCRIPTION Character voids Toner smears when rubbed Black page Blank page Publication No. GEG-99197 POSSIBLE CAUSE Print media is outside Use recommended print media. See recommended specifications ”Chapter 5 Printer Consumables, Cleaning and Maintenance”...
  • Page 147 DESCRIPTION Partial blanks Creased paper Plotted print Vertical blanks May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 6-5 POSSIBLE CAUSE Print media is moist Remove moist media and load new dry media. See Consumables, Cleaning and Maintenance” Print media is outside Use recommended print media.

  • Page 148: Clearing Paper Jams

    TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Clearing Paper Jams DESCRIPTION Blurred print Bold print appears shaded Clearing Paper Jams This section provide information for removing paper jams from paper path areas of your printer and paper handling options. Clearing Paper Jams from Area A If the dMuplexer is installed, pull on the latch indicated to open the unit Publication No.
  • Page 149 If the optional face up tray is installed instead of the duplexer, lift to unhook and remove the face up tray. Remove any paper jam found. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 6-7 Clearing Paper Jams from Area A Publication No. GEG-99197...
  • Page 150 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Clearing Paper Jams If the leading edge of the paper is already in the paper output tray, pull out the paper in the direction of the arrow. If the paper is jammed at the fuser area, pull it out carefully without touching the fuser If it becomes difficult to pull out the paper, turn the knob continuously in the direction of the arrow until the paper is adequately out and easy to pull..
  • Page 151 Open the cover inside the duplexer. Remove any paper jam found by pulling out the paper in the direction of the arrow as shown. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 6-9 Clearing Paper Jams from Area A Publication No. GEG-99197...
  • Page 152 6-10 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Clearing Paper Jams Close the cover inside the duplexer Close the duplexer. NOTE: When closing the duplexer, do not use the latch on the cover. Instead, follow the instruction label on the cover and push the recommended location.

  • Page 153: Clearing Paper Jams From Area B

    Clearing Paper Jams from Area B Pull on the latch to open the cover to Area B Remove any paper jam found May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 6-11 Clearing Paper Jams from Area B Publication No. GEG-99197...

  • Page 154: Clearing Paper Jams From Area C

    6-12 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Clearing Paper Jams If the paper is jammed at Area B, pull it out in the direction of the arrow as shown. If no paper jam is found consult the LCD display of the control panel for information about a pos- sible jam in a paper tray.

  • Page 155: Clearing Paper Jams From Area E

    TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 6-13 Clearing Paper Jams from Area E Clearing Paper Jams from Area E Lift the handle of the Stapler/Stacker docking cover and remove any jammed paper found. Clearing Paper Jams from Area F Open the cover of the Stacker/Stapler’s paper horizontal transport and remove any jammed paper found.

  • Page 156: Clearing Paper Jams From Area H

    6-14 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Clearing Paper Jams Clearing Paper Jams from Area H Remove any jammed paper found. Clearing Paper Jams from Tray 1 Pull out Tray 1. Check the paper feed area and carefully pull out any jammed paper found there.
  • Page 157 Check the paper feed area of Tray 5 and remove any jammed paper found Carefully close Trays 4 and 5. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 6-15 Clearing Paper Jams from Trays 3, 4 and 5 in the HCF unit Publication No. GEG-99197...

  • Page 158: Clearing Paper Jams From The Multi-Bypass Feeder (Mbf)

    6-16 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Clearing Paper Jams Clearing Paper Jams from the Multi-Bypass Feeder (MBF) Remove the jammed paper by pull it out in the direction of the arrow as shown. Remove all the paper and load the stack again.

  • Page 159: Control Panel Lcd Messages

    These class codes are designed specifically for assisting service and repair personnel. When reporting problems make note of the error message by code class. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 6-17 Clearing Paper Jams from the Envelope Feeder Publication No. GEG-99197...

  • Page 160: Tallygenicom Ml450 Laser Printer User Manual

    6-18 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Control Panel LCD Messages Code Class 1  LCD MESSAGE (LINE 1) 1-1 MAIN MOTOR 1-1 PAPER JAM 1-1 TRAY ERROR 1-2 TONER EMPTY 1-2 PAPER JAM 1-2 TRAY ERROR 1-3 FEED ERROR 1-3 LVPS FAN...

  • Page 161: Code Class 2

    3-3 FEED ERROR 3-3 ROS ERROR 3-4 ROS ERROR 3-5 ROS ERROR 3-6 PAPER JAM May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 6-19 LCD MESSAGE CAUSE OF (LINE 2) ERROR MESSAGE Tray 2 paper misfeed AREA B / TRAY 2...

  • Page 162: Code Class 4

    6-20 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Control Panel LCD Messages Code Class 4 LCD MESSAGE (LINE 1) 4-0 FEED ERROR 4-1 FEED ERROR 4-1 FUSER ERROR 4-1 IRREG. PAPER 4-1 PAPER JAM 4-2 FEED ERROR 4-2 FUSER ERROR 4-2 IRREG. PAPER...
  • Page 163 4-12 FINISH JAM 4-13 FINISH JAM 4-16 FINISH JAM 4-21 FINISH JAM 4-22 FINISH JAM 4-23 FINISH JAM May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 6-21 LCD MESSAGE CAUSE OF (LINE 2) ERROR MESSAGE Abnormally high Fuser CALL SERVICE...
  • Page 164 6-22 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Control Panel LCD Messages LCD MESSAGE (LINE 1) 4-26 FINISH JAM 4-31 FINISH JAM 4-32 FINISH JAM 4-36 FINISH JAM 4-41 FINISH JAM 4-42 FINISH JAM 4-46 FINISH JAM 4-51 FINISH JAM 4-52 FINISH JAM...

  • Page 165: Code Class 5

    5-21 FIN ERROR 5-22 FIN ERROR 5-81 FIN ERROR 5-83 FIN ERROR 5-87 FIN ERROR 5-91 FIN ERROR May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 6-23 LCD MESSAGE CAUSE OF (LINE 2) ERROR MESSAGE Tray 5 paper misfeed AREA C/TRAY 5...
  • Page 166 6-24 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Control Panel LCD Messages LCD MESSAGE (LINE 1) 5-92 FIN ERROR 5-93 FIN ERROR 5-94 FIN ERROR 5-95 FIN ERROR 5-96 FIN ERROR Publication No. GEG-99197 LCD MESSAGE CAUSE OF (LINE 2) ERROR MESSAGE...

  • Page 167: Code Class 6

    6-2 RAM ERROR 6-3 NVRAM ERROR 6-4 NVRAM ERROR 6-5 MCU ERROR 6-7 FIN ERROR 6-8 FIN ERROR May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 6-25 LCD MESSAGE CAUSE OF (LINE 2) ERROR MESSAGE HCF cover C open CLOSE COVER C...

  • Page 168: Code Class 7

    6-26 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Control Panel LCD Messages Code Class 7 LCD MESSAGE (LINE 1) 7-1 COVER OPEN 7-2 COVER OPEN 7-3 DUPLEX OPEN 7-3 FIN EXIT SW 7-3 HCF ERROR 7-4 HCF ERROR 7-7 HCF ERROR...

  • Page 169: Code Class 8

    8-4 TONER CART 8-4 FEED ERROR 8-5 TONER CART 8-5 FEED ERROR 8-6 FEED ERROR 8-6 PAPER JAM May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 6-27 LCD MESSAGE CAUSE OF (LINE 2) ERROR MESSAGE Remaining paper CHECK ENVELOPE detected in ENV area...

  • Page 170: Code Class 9

    6-28 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Control Panel LCD Messages Code Class 9 LCD MESSAGE (LINE 1) 9-1 FEED ERROR 9-2 FEED ERROR 9-3 FEED ERROR Publication No. GEG-99197 LCD MESSAGE CAUSE OF (LINE 2) ERROR MESSAGE ENV OUT sensor...

  • Page 171: Alphanumeric Code Class

    STACKER TOP FULL STAPLE CARTRIDGE STAPLES LOW TONER LOW PUNCH WASTE FULL NO PUNCH WASTE May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 6-29 LCD MESSAGE CAUSE OF (LINE 2) ERROR MESSAGE Toner Cartridge end of N/A (WARNING life nearby...
  • Page 172 6-30 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Control Panel LCD Messages Controller Error Messages LCD MESSAGE (LINE 1) SERVICE ERROR X (X IS A NUMBER) NVRAM FAILURE X (X IS A NUMBER) Publication No. GEG-99197 LCD MESSAGE CAUSE OF (LINE 2)
  • Page 173 Optional Extended Features In this Chapter . . . “About this Chapter” on page 7-2 “Installing DRAM Memory DIMMS” on page 7-2 “Installing a FLASH DIMM Module” on page 7-5 “Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module” on page 7-7 “Using the Power-On Files Feature”...

  • Page 174: Installing Dram Memory Dimms

    TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Installing DRAM Memory DIMMS About this Chapter This chapter describes the procedures for installation of DRAM Memory DIMMs and FLASH DIMMS. Also describes how to use the extended features associated with these options. Installing DRAM Memory DIMMS Ensure that the printer power switch is set to the OFF [ O ] position.
  • Page 175 DRAM DIMM slot as shown below. When properly seated, gently push down on the DIMM until the white braces close and snap onto the ends of the DIMM. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-3 Publication No. GEG-99197...
  • Page 176 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Installing DRAM Memory DIMMS Reinstall the controller assembly. Once firmly in place, push and hand tighten the thumb- screws in a clockwise direction. Connect the power cord to the wall outlet. Turn the printer power switch to the ON [ I ] position.

  • Page 177: Installing A Flash Dimm Module

    Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet. Turn thumbscrews on controller assembly counterclockwise until loose and gently pull con- troller assembly towards you to remove from printer. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-5 Publication No. GEG-99197...
  • Page 178 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Installing a FLASH DIMM Module Carefully insert a FLASH DIMM module in FLASH DIMM slot as shown below. When properly seated, gently push down on the DIMM until the white braces close onto the ends of the DIMM.

  • Page 179: Using The Hard Disk Option And User Flash Dimm Module

    This section discusses the available control panel menus when the Hard Disk or User Flash option is installed. Storage of files on the Hard Disk and User Flash option are also discussed. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-7 Publication No. GEG-99197...

  • Page 180: Operator Panel Menu Structure

    TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module Operator Panel MENU Structure When the Hard Disk or User Flash option is installed, the printer control panel menu structure is enhanced as shown in the following table. The shaded areas denote additional features and settings relevant to the Hard Disk or User Flash option.

  • Page 181: Using The Disk Menu

    This selection will delete the selected file or directory from the FLASH SIMM. To delete an entire directory, you must first delete all the files within that directory. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-9 Disk Menu Print...

  • Page 182: Technical Support

    7-10 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module Format Flash This selection will reformat the FLASH SIMM. All files on the FLASH SIMM will be deleted if this function is selected.

  • Page 183: Postscript Operators

    When either or both the FLASH SIMM or hard disk options are installed, there are two features which provide support for automatic execution of a PostScript program during power-on initializa- tion. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-11 PostScript Operators Publication No. GEG-99197...
  • Page 184 7-12 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module The first feature is the warmstart.ps file. Each time the printer is powered on, either or both optional storage devices will be checked for a file named warmstart.ps. If this file is found, it will be read and parsed by the PostScript interpreter.

  • Page 185: Using The Power-On Files Feature

    8MB of file storage, the hard disk drive storage depends on the size of the drive that is installed in your printer. Optional operator panel menu selections become available when either of these options are installed and power-on files are detected. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-13 Power-on Files Defined Publication No. GEG-99197...

  • Page 186: Collating, Saved Jobs, And Job Accounting

    7-14 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module Collating, Saved Jobs, and Job Accounting The features discussed in this section are designed to work with the Hard Disk Option. However, if no Hard Disk Option is installed, but a User Flash Option is installed, these features will utilize the User Flash Option.
  • Page 187 Press the Printing Properties button printer icon. Click on the Printing Preferences button. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-15 Collating Feature Publication No. GEG-99197...

  • Page 188: Saved Jobs Feature

    7-16 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module Click on the Paper Quality button and then the Advanced button. Click on the Copy Count button to enter the number of copies and make sure the Collate button is checked.

  • Page 189: Normal

    To access the Saved Jobs on your desktop, go to the Start menu, left click on Settings, left click on Printers, and then click on your printer driver icon, right click and follow the menu to the Proper- ties menu. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-17 Saved Jobs Feature Publication No. GEG-99197...
  • Page 190 7-18 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module You are now in the Printing Properties menu, click on the Printing Preference button. Click on the Advanced button. Publication No. GEG-99197 May 04...
  • Page 191 Now scroll down to the Job Type Section of the menu. When you click on Job Type, three job types are available. Normal, Saved, and Private. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-19 Saved Jobs Feature Publication No. GEG-99197...

  • Page 192: Working With Saved Jobs

    7-20 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module If you want to Save your print job, enter a name you want to save the job as and it will be saved under User ID folder listed. You can change the User ID in this menu also.
  • Page 193 User Folder 1 Print Job1 Job Name May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-21 Saved Jobs Feature Procedure for Changing Setting 1. Press NEXT or PREVIOUS to scroll through Print or Delete options. 2. Press SELECT to choose Print.
  • Page 194 7-22 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module Menu Submenus Job Name INCORRECT PIN Job Name Copies - Select 1-99 Job Name Copies Printing Playback Job Library Delete DELETE (To delete a saved job)

  • Page 195: Web Page Access

    Go to your web browser and type in your printer web address. The printer web page will appear as follows: Click on Job Library. Click on the folder icon or name to view the printer jobs in the user folders. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-23 Saved Jobs Feature Publication No. GEG-99197...

  • Page 196: Job Accounting Feature

    7-24 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module The printer job information will appear. If there is a PIN number associated with the file, you will be required to enter the correct PIN number to access the print file.

  • Page 197: Web Page Access

    Go to your web browser and type in your printer web address. The printer web page will appear. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-25 Procedure for Changing Setting 1. Press NEXT or PREVIOUS to scroll through Yes or No options.
  • Page 198 7-26 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module Click on Job Accounting. When you enter the Job Accounting field the following options appear: Publication No. GEG-99197 May 04...
  • Page 199 Enable or Disable Job Accounting. When you click on Retrieve Accounting Files it will upload the file information, which is stored in a .CSV file. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-27 Job Accounting Feature Publication No. GEG-99197...
  • Page 200 7-28 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module When you click on Display Job Accounting Info it will bring you the following screen which displays all your job information. NOTE: Only products that have real time clock support will provide the Date/Time information.

  • Page 201: Using The Custom Paper Size Feature

    Properties menu. You are now in the Printing Properties menu, click on the Printing Preference button. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-29 3.5 inches minimum to 8.5 inches maximum 5.5 inches minimum to 35.45 inches maximum Operator Panel Access Publication No.
  • Page 202 7-30 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module Click on the Advanced button. Publication No. GEG-99197 May 04...
  • Page 203 Click on the Paper Size button. Scroll down to Custom Page Size and click. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-31 Printer Driver Access Publication No. GEG-99197...

  • Page 204: Custom Page Size And Microsoft Word, Word 2000, And Word 2003

    7-32 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Custom Page size and Microsoft Word, Word 2000, and Word 2003 Then enter the width and height of your custom paper size. Click the OKAY button until you exit out of the driver menu. You are now ready to print your custom sized document.

  • Page 205: Windows Nt

    Once you save the form, it should appear in the paper size drop down box. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-33 Resolution Publication No. GEG-99197...

  • Page 206: Accessing The Printer Web Page

    7-34 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Custom Page size and Microsoft Word, Word 2000, and Word 2003 Accessing the Printer Web Page You can access the printer web page by going to the internet browser and typing the IP address of your network printer (http://IP ADDRESS).
  • Page 207 Printer Setup You can view and change printer configuration. With access to the following menus: May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-35 Submenu 1 of Printer Web Site Paper Menu Provides access to the printer settings for various paper-handling...
  • Page 208 7-36 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Custom Page size and Microsoft Word, Word 2000, and Word 2003 Main Page of Printer Web Site Printer Status Displays printer option and consumables status. You can view the current settings for the Input options on your printer and the Output options installed.
  • Page 209 View, retrieve, or reset job accounting information. Product Support Direct link to obtain technical support May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-37 Submenu 1 of Printer Web Site Console Security Refresh Rate Support Link Supplies Link Admin. Name...
  • Page 210 7-38 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Custom Page size and Microsoft Word, Word 2000, and Word 2003 Main Page of Printer Web Site Product Supplies Direct link to order supplies Fonts and Macros* Allows you to view the PostScript Fonts and PCL Fonts, stored internally on your printer.

  • Page 211: Using The Rs-232C/Rs-422 Serial Interface

    When the RS-232C/RS-422 serial interface is installed, the printer control panel menu structure is enhanced as shown in the following table. The shaded areas denote additional features and settings relevant to the RS-232C/RS-422 interface. Menu May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-39 Paper Menu Interface Menu Port Parallel Setup...

  • Page 212: Serial Setup Menu

    7-40 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Custom Page size and Microsoft Word, Word 2000, and Word 2003 NOTE: The structure of your display menus may vary slightly depending on the options installed in your printer. SERIAL SETUP Menu The following selections becomes available within a SERIAL SETUP submenu of the INTER- FACE menu when the RS-232C/RS-422 serial interface is installed.

  • Page 213: Interpreter

    DEFAULT Data Bits AVAILABLE SELECTIONS DEFAULT Stop Bits AVAILABLE SELECTIONS DEFAULT Parity AVAILABLE SELECTIONS DEFAULT May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-41 Control Panel MENU structure Auto Switch Postscript 3 Auto Switch Normal Binary RS232 RS422 RS232 1200...

  • Page 214: Dtr Ready/Busy

    7-42 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Custom Page size and Microsoft Word, Word 2000, and Word 2003 DTR Ready/Busy AVAILABLE SELECTIONS DEFAULT DTR On/Off AVAILABLE SELECTIONS DEFAULT DTR Error AVAILABLE SELECTIONS DEFAULT RTS Ready/Busy AVAILABLE SELECTIONS DEFAULT RTS On/Off...

  • Page 215: Xon Error

    If DCPS will not be used, please see the “Setting Up and Maintaining Queues” chapter of the OpenVMS System Manager's manual for information on setting up print queues using the Open- VMS print symbiont. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-43 Disabling the Serial Interface High High...

  • Page 216: Rs-232C Serial Cable Pin Assignments

    7-44 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Custom Page size and Microsoft Word, Word 2000, and Word 2003 RS-232C Serial Cable Pin Assignments Eight pins of the 25-pin serial cable are utilized for the RS-232C standard: Pin No. Signal RS-422 Serial Cable Pin Assignments Five pins of the 25-pin serial cable are utilized for the RS-422 standard: Pin No.

  • Page 217: Example

    Your phone number, fax number and shipping address. A description of the problem. The printer model. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-45 Obtaining Help and Information Action Required Verify that all DTS, RTS and XON settings within the SERIAL SETUP menu are configured correctly.
  • Page 218 7-46 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual The type of host computer you are using. Publication No. GEG-99197 May 04...

  • Page 219: General Information

    General Information “About this Appendix” on page A-2 “Specifications” on page A-2 “Printable Area” on page A-3 May 04 Publication No. GEG-99197...

  • Page 220: About This Appendix

    TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Specifications About this Appendix Provides printer specifications and information on the EP cartridge and the printable area of a page. Specifications Main Unit Printing principle Print speed Warm-up time Resolution Paper capacity Paper sizes...

  • Page 221: Printable Area

    When the host computer issues the command for wide printing, then the printable area is from edge to edge on all sides of a sheet of paper. However, depending on the paper type, edge-to-edge printing may not be possible. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Normal printing Publication No. GEG-99197...
  • Page 222 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Printable Area Publication No. GEG-99197 May 04...

  • Page 223: Safety Notes And Regulatory Compliances

    In this Chapter . . . “About this Appendix” on page B-2 “Safety Notes” on page B-2 “Regulatory Compliances” on page B-5 May 04 Safety Notes and Regulatory Compliances Publication No. GEG-99197...

  • Page 224: About This Appendix

    TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Safety Notes About this Appendix Describes cautions to take when installing, transporting, or operating the printer. Also includes applicable regulatory compliances of your printer. Safety Notes WARNING: Two power specifications are listed below. The specifications that apply to your machine depend on your machine configuration.

  • Page 225: Location And Environment Precautions

    NOTE: Sudden temperature fluctuations can affect copy quality. Rapid heating of a cold room can cause condensation inside the machine, directly interfering with image transfer. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Location and Environment Precautions Publication No. GEG-99197...

  • Page 226: Fire, Smoke And Shock Precautions

    TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Safety Notes Fire, Smoke and Shock Precautions Do not place any liquid container such as a vase or coffee cup on the machine. Spilled water can cause a fire or shock hazard. Do not place any metal part such as staples or clips on the machine. If metal and flammable parts migrate into the machine, they can short internal components, and cause a fire or shock hazard.

  • Page 227: Regulatory Compliances

    Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard according to the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968. This means that the printer does not emit hazardous laser radiation. May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Class B Equipment Publication No. GEG-99197...

  • Page 228: Publication No. Geg-99197 May

    TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Regulatory Compliances Since radiation emitted inside the printer is completely confined within the protective housings and external covers, the laser beam cannot escape from the machine during any phase of user opera- tion. The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S. Food and Drug Administra- tion implemented regulations for laser products on August 1976.

  • Page 229: About This Appendix

    In this Chapter . . . “About this Appendix” on page C-2 “Sources of Support” on page C-2 “TallyGenicom Intelliprint mL450 Part Numbers” on page C-3 May 04 TallyGenicom Customer Support and Part Numbers Publication No. GEG-99197...

  • Page 230: About This Appendix

    Sources of Support About this Appendix This appendix lists the part numbers for TallyGenicom Intelliprint mL450 printers, options, and consumables. To order parts, contact your local authorized TallyGenicom dealer. This appendix will familarize you with TallyGenicom and how to contact TallyGenicom for support.

  • Page 231: Tallygenicom Intelliprint Ml450 Part Numbers

    MLXXXF-SI ML450N-CS ML450N-TS ML450N-CI ML450N-TI ML450N-EI May 04 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Description Intelliprint mL450 Laser Printer, Ethernet, US/Canada Intelliprint mL450 Laser Printer, Ethernet, C.E. Description ML450/LN45 2500 Sheet Feeder ML450/LN45 3000 Sheet Finisher/Stapler, US/Canada ML450/LN45 3000 Sheet Finisher/Stapler, C.E.

  • Page 232: Dram, Flash Dimm, Barcode And Hard Disk Drive Options

    TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual TallyGenicom Intelliprint mL450 Part Numbers DRAM, FLASH DIMM, Barcode and Hard Disk Drive Options TallyGenicom Part Number MLXXXM-64 MLXXXM-128 MLXXXF--FP MLXXXF-BP2 MLXXXF-BE2 MLXXXF-HD Consumables TallyGenicom Part Number ML450X-AA ML450X-MA ML450X-AG ML450X-BG ML450X-AS Publication No. GEG-99197...

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