Page 1: User Guide
The Xerox DocuPrint NC60 Network Color Laser Printer User Guide Version 1.0...
Page 2 Hewlett Packard LaserJet printer products. This product includes an implementation of LZW licensed under U.S. Patent 4,558,302. Changes are periodically made to this document. Technical updates will be included in subsequent editions. © 1998, 1999 by Xerox Corporation. All rights reserved.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Getting to Know Your Printer ... 1-1 Chapter 1 Introduction ... 1-2 Printer Features ... 1-3 Print Speed ... 1-3 Resolution ... 1-4 Resident Fonts ... 1-4 Connectivity ... 1-5 Color Matching Systems ... 1-7 Printer Driver Software ... 1-8 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide...
Page 4 Printer Components... 1-9 External Components ... 1-9 Interface Connectors ... 1-11 Covers... 1-12 Internal Components... 1-14 Moving Your DocuPrint NC60... 1-15 Simple Move ... 1-16 Complex Move ... 1-17 DocuPrint Documentation ... 1-18 Printed Documentation ... 1-18 DocuPrint NC60 CD ... 1-19 Printer Management Software CD ...
Page 5 Print a Password Job ... 3-66 Delete a Password Job ... 3-67 Print an Internal Page ... 3-68 Using the Optional Media Server ... 3-69 Print to File... 3-70 How to Print From the Media Server ... 3-71 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide...
Page 6 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Appendix A DocuPrint NC60 User Guide Internet Printing ... 3-74 IPP... 3-74 Email Send and Receive ... 3-74 Maintaining the Printer ... 4-1 Regular Printer Maintenance... 4-2 Cleaning the Printer ... 4-2 Replacing Toner, Oil and Other Consumables ... 4-3 Density and Color Balance Adjustment Procedure ...
Page 7 Ethernet/Token Ring Accessories ... B-6 EN55022 ... B-7 Safety Extra Low Voltage Safety Approval... B-8 Printer Options ... C-1 Appendix C Optional Equipment ... C-2 How to Install Additional Memory... C-5 Memory Installation Procedure ... C-7 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide...
Page 8 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide...
Page 9: Safety Notes
Safety Notes The Xerox DocuPrint NC60 color laser printer and the recommended consumable supplies have been designed and tested to meet strict safety requirements. Attention to the following notes will ensure the continued safe operation of your printer. Safety Notes...
Page 10: Note, Caution And Warning Symbols
Note, Caution and Warning Symbols Note, Caution and Warning Symbols DocuPrint NC60 User Guide Throughout this User Guide and the other DocuPrint guides, several symbols are used to emphasize useful, important and critical information. They are as follows: This symbol indicates particularly useful or helpful information about your printer.
Page 11: Electrical Safety
Electrical Safety • Use the power cord supplied with your DocuPrint NC60 printer. • Do not use a ground adapter plug to connect the printer to a power source receptacle that lacks a ground connection terminal. • Plug the power cable directly into a properly grounded electrical outlet.
Page 12 • If you notice unusual noises or odors, switch off the printer power immediately. Disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet. Call an authorized Xerox service representative to correct the problem. • If any of the following conditions occur, switch off the printer power immediately, disconnect the power cable, and call an authorized Xerox service representative.
Page 13: Laser Safety
Laser Safety Laser Safety The use of controls or adjustments, or the performance of procedures other than those specified herein, may result in a hazardous radiation exposure. This equipment complies with all applicable safety standards. With specific regard to laser, the equipment complies with performance standards for laser products set by government agencies as a Class 1 laser product.
Page 14: Maintenance Safety
Maintenance Safety Maintenance Safety DocuPrint NC60 User Guide • Do not attempt any maintenance procedure that is not specifically described in the documentation supplied with your printer. • Do not use aerosol cleaners. The use of supplies that are not approved may cause poor performance and could create a dangerous condition.
Page 15: Operational Safety
Operational Safety Your Xerox printer and supplies were designed and tested to meet strict safety requirements. These include safety agency examination, approval, and compliance with established environmental standards. Your attention to the following safety guidelines will help to ensure the continued safe operation of your printer.
Page 16 Operational Safety viii DocuPrint NC60 User Guide • Do not place the printer near a heat source. • Do not place the printer in direct sunlight. • Do not place the printer in line with the cold air flow from an air conditioning system.
Page 17 • Frequent operation of the on/off switch is not recommended. • Keep hands, hair, and neckties away from the exit feed rollers. • Do not remove a media tray while printing. • Do not open the covers while printing. • Do not switch off the printer power while printing. •...
Page 18: Ozone Safety
Operational Safety section of these Safety Notes, ensures that concentration levels meet safe limits. If you need additional information about ozone, request the Xerox publication, OZONE, 600P83222, from your Xerox Authorized Reseller or Xerox Support.
Page 19: Chapter 1 Getting To Know Your Printer
External Components ... 1-9 Interface Connectors ... 1-11 Covers ... 1-12 Internal Components ... 1-14 DocuPrint Documentation ... 1-18 Printed Documentation ... 1-18 DocuPrint NC60 CD ... 1-19 Using the CDs ... 1-20 Chapter 1: Getting to Know Your Printer...
Page 20: Introduction
Quick Installation Guide that came with your printer, and connect the necessary print cables. The Xerox DocuPrint NC60 color laser printer provides brilliant full color laser prints on ordinary paper. Recognizing that you may have special needs, Xerox offers several optional equipment items to better meet your requirements.
Page 21: Printer Features
Printer Features Print Speed Your DocuPrint NC60 has many special features that allow you to achieve the color printing results you need for your specific print job. Features vary slightly according to the options you are using and the memory installed in your printer.
Page 22: Resolution
• 35 Adobe Type 1 fonts (for use with PostScript only) • 35 Intellifonts (for use with PCL 5C and PostScript) • 10 TrueType fonts (for use with PCL 5C and PostScript) PostScript Level 3 provides a total of 147 downloadable fonts. These are available on the DocuPrint NC60 CD-ROM.
Page 23: Connectivity
Connectivity The DocuPrint NC60 supports the Win 95/Win98 Plug & Play standards and has the following standard interfaces: • Parallel port (IEEE 1284-B), ECP compatible • Serial port (DB9), RS-232C • 10 MB Ethernet (10Base-T & 10Base-2) Optional Interfaces include: •...
Page 24 Printer Features DocuPrint NC60 User Guide • IBM — Warp Server 4.0 — LAN Server 4.0 — OS/2 Warp 4.0 (Peer-to-peer) — OS/2 Warp Connect 3.0 (Peer-to-peer) • Apple — AppleTalk The following network protocols are supported: • Novell IPX •...
Page 25: Color Matching Systems
Printer Features Color Matching The following host-based color matching systems can be used with the DocuPrint NC60: Systems • PANTONE • Apple ColorSync 2.0 and 2.5 • Windows Image Color Matching (ICM) 1.0 and 2.0 For more detailed information on printer specifications and connectivity, consult the System Administrator Guide on the DocuPrint CD.
Page 26: Printer Driver Software
For example, your DocuPrint NC60 drivers enable you to use the Xerox Intelligent Color feature that is available in your printer.
Page 27: Printer Components
• Optional Lower Feeder not shown (see Appendix C: Printer Options). Use Figures 1.1 and 1.2 to identify the main exterior components of your DocuPrint NC60. Figure 1.1 Printer Components, Front View Chapter 1: Getting to Know Your Printer Printer Components...
Page 28 Printer Components Rear View Power Cord Receptacle On/Off Switch Lower Feeder Electrical Connection Safety Certification and Voltage Information Label Controller Pullout Panel Screws Interface Connectors (see page 1-11) 1-10 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide Figure 1.2 Printer Components, Rear View...
Page 29: Interface Connectors
Interface Connectors Network Indicator LEDs Ethernet (10MB) RJ45 Parallel P1284B Serial Options Ethernet (10/100) RJ45 Token Ring RJ45 Your printer interface connectors are located on the back of the printer as shown in Figure 1.3. Your printer comes equipped with a standard Centronics parallel connector, serial connector, and 10 MB Ethernet.
Page 30: Covers
Printer Components Covers 1-12 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide The DocuPrint NC60 has three covers, which are identified in Figure 1.1 on page 1-9. Use the following instructions to open each cover and gain access to the internal components of your printer.
Page 31 To Open the Top Rear Cover: Lift the release button, located on the Top Rear Cover. Lift the cover up until it stands in an upright position. To Open the Fuser Cover: The Front Cover must be opened before you can open the Fuser Cover.
Page 32: Internal Components
Color Developer Unit Black Developer Unit 1-14 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide Figure 1.4 shows how the DocuPrint NC60's internal components are arranged. Two important groups of internal components of your printer are the Consumables (replenishable substances used by the printer that should be kept on hand) and Maintenance Items (the parts that require replacement).
Page 33: Moving Your Docuprint Nc60
Simple Move procedure. • Complex Move If you want to move the printer via a freight carrier, is highly recommended that you use the Xerox Repack Kit to avoid printer damage. Refer to the Supplies/ Options Guide for the proper part number.
Page 34: Simple Move
Moving Your DocuPrint NC60 Simple Move 1-16 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide Power off the printer. After turning off the printer, allow the Fuser to cool to a safe temperature before handling. Disconnect the power cord and interface cables. Open the Front Cover (see page 1-12).
Page 35: Complex Move
Moving Your DocuPrint NC60 Complex Move It is highly recommended that you use the Xerox Repack Kit for carrier shipments. Failure to do so could result in permanent damage to the printer. Refer to the Supplies/Options Guide for the proper part number of the Xerox Repack Kit.
Page 36: Docuprint Documentation
Printed Documentation 1-18 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide Your DocuPrint NC60 is packaged with documentation in both printed form and on CD. There are two CDs: • DocuPrint NC60 CD, which contains documentation and printer drivers. • Printer Management Software CD, which contains various Xerox-provided client software and the documentation for them.
Page 37: Docuprint Nc60 Cd
DocuPrint NC60 CD Printer Management Software CD Your DocuPrint NC60 was also packaged with a CD that contains the following pieces of documentation as PDF files: • User Guide (electronic version of this book) • System Administrator Guide The System Administrator Guide contains a considerable amount of more detailed information.
Page 38: Using The Cds
The PDF files also enable you to print the specific pages you need, rather than printing an entire chapter or manual. Both the DocuPrint NC60 CD and the Printer Management Software CD are provided with installation booklets in their respective jewel cases. You can also refer...
Page 39: Chapter 2 Loading Print Media
Loading Print Media Recommended Media ... 2-2 Paper ... 2-3 Transparencies ... 2-3 Labels and Envelopes ... 2-3 Loading the Media Tray ... 2-4 How to Load the Tray With Paper ... 2-4 How to Load the Tray With Letterhead and Three-Hole Paper How to Load the Tray With Transparencies ...
Page 40: Recommended Media
Recommended Media Recommended Media DocuPrint NC60 User Guide Your DocuPrint NC60 will produce brilliant color images on a wide variety of print media. Carefully choosing the media for your printer is important in achieving the very best images and in ensuring trouble-free operation.
Page 41: Paper
16 - 24 lb. (60-90 g/m2) can be fed automatically via the universal media tray. Several types of papers are sold by Xerox resellers, or Xerox. Not all media is available in all locations, though. Some of the popular Xerox sold papers include Xerox 4024DP, Color Expressions, Xerox 60, Xerox 80, and Xerox Colotech 90.
Page 42: Loading The Media Tray
Control Panel. You must set this to the current paper size (see Chapter 3: Printing). The DocuPrint NC60 is not designed to print double-sided (duplex) prints. Attempting to produce double-sided prints will damage your printer.
Page 43 To load the tray with paper: Grasp the handle of the tray, and completely remove it from the printer. Do not attempt to load paper into a partially removed tray, as this may bend the paper tabs on the tray and lead to paper jams. Adjust the side and back edge guides to accommodate the paper to be loaded.
Page 44 Loading the Media Tray DocuPrint NC60 User Guide Gently fan the paper and place it into the tray so that the side to be printed is facing up and the edge of the paper nearest to the tray handle is inserted under the tabs as shown.
Page 45: How To Load The Tray With Letterhead And Three-Hole Paper
Loading the Media Tray How to Load the Tray Load letterhead and three-hole paper in the same way that you load plain paper (with the printed side up). The With Letterhead and typical orientation of letterhead and three-hole paper is Three-Hole Paper shown in Figure 2.1.
Page 46: How To Load The Tray With Transparencies
Control Panel or the CentreWare DP software or CentreWare Internet Services. See the System Administrator Guide on the DocuPrint NC60 CD for more information about how to designate a tray as a Transparency Tray by using the Control Panel. To...
Page 47: The Manual Bypass Feeder Slot
The Manual Bypass Feeder Slot The Manual Bypass Feeder Slot The Manual Bypass Feeder Slot, located on the front of the printer just above the media tray, allows you to print • A single sheet of media 16 to 24 lb. (60 - 90 g/m letterhead paper.
Page 48: The Manual Bypass Feeder Tray
Feeder Tray 2-10 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide Your DocuPrint NC60 comes with a removable Manual Bypass Feeder Tray. This tray attaches to the front of the printer and guides individual sheets or envelopes as they enter the Manual Bypass Feeder Slot. The Manual Bypass Feeder Tray aligns each sheet correctly and helps to ensure that it enters the printer smoothly.
Page 49: How To Attach The Manual Bypass Feeder Tray
How to Attach the To attach the Manual Bypass Feeder Tray to the front of the printer: Manual Bypass Feeder Tray The Manual Bypass Feeder Slot Orient the tray so that the edge with the two small tabs and the support arms is facing the printer. Align the tabs on the edge of the tray with the indentations just inside of the Manual Bypass Feeder Slot, and insert the edge of the tray into the slot.
Page 50: How To Use The Manual Bypass Feeder Slot
Select Manual Feed as the Paper Source in the DocuPrint NC60 printer driver. For envelopes or labels, select the correct option in the Media Type in the DocuPrint NC60 printer driver. At your printer: When prompted by the Control Panel message, place the media print-side down on the Manual Bypass Feeder Tray.
Page 51 Push the media into the Manual Bypass Feeder Slot. The media will be pulled into the printer. The DocuPrint NC60 is not designed to print double-sided (duplex) prints. Attempting to produce double-sided prints will damage your printer.
Page 52 2-14 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide...
Page 53: Chapter 3 Printing
PostScript Printer Driver Features ... 3-8 Paper/Output ... 3-8 Fonts ... 3-16 PostScript ... 3-20 Printer Configuration ... 3-26 Xerox Features ... 3-27 Graphics ... 3-34 Layout ... 3-37 Watermarks ... 3-37 PCL 5C Printer Driver Features ... 3-38 Paper/Output ... 3-38 Xerox Features ...
Page 54 Printing DocuPrint NC60 User Guide Using the Control Panel ... 3-57 The Display ... 3-58 Menu Options ... 3-63 Using the Optional Media Server ... 3-69 Print to File ... 3-70 How to Print From the Media Server ... 3-71 Internet Printing ...
Page 55: Introduction
This section discusses printing files directly from a disk in the optional Media Server. • Internet Printing There is a brief discussion of web printing through IPP, Xerox’s Workset technology that provides built-in Email Send and Receive capability, distribute and print functionality and remote monitoring. Introduction...
Page 56: Printing Options
Media Server submission. CentreWare DP CentreWare for SUN/Solaris Xerox CentreWare TTY for UNIX Send the print file to the printer using CentreWare CentreWare Internet Services Attachment to a mail note DocuPrint NC60 User Guide With the DocuPrint NC60, you have a variety of options for submitting a file for printing, depending on your environment and preferences.
Page 57: Printer Driver Options
The way these features are accessed depends on both the DocuPrint NC60 printer driver that you are using and your operating system. Not all the features described in this chapter are available in all operating systems. Use the descriptions in this chapter as a general guide to help you take advantage of the features available.
Page 58: Postscript Vs. Pcl 5C Printer Driver Feature Comparison
Printer Driver Options PostScript vs. PCL 5C Printer Driver Feature Comparison DocuPrint NC60 User Guide Table 3.2 DocuPrint NC60 PostScript vs. PCL 5C Feature PostScript Secure Print Yes (see page 3-8) Proof Print Yes (see page 3-9) Hold Job Yes (see page 3-15)
Page 59 Table 3.2 DocuPrint NC60 PostScript vs. PCL 5C (continued) Feature PostScript Separators Front Cover Gray Scale Save Toner Unadjusted Quad Dot Smooth Screen Use Application Color Space Disable CMYK Coverage Limit Process Black Graphics Save Settings Restore Settings Requires Hard Disk option.
Page 60: Postscript Printer Driver Features
Therefore, you may need to configure your printer driver to recognize the installed options and special features supported by your DocuPrint NC60. Be sure to check the System (Printer) Configuration tab within your printer driver to configure the Installable Options.
Page 61 PostScript Printer Driver Features • Proof Print (Sample Set) (requires Hard Disk option) The Proof Print option enables you to print and proof a single copy of a document before printing the remaining document sets/copies. The remaining sets are held in the printer's hard drive until you release the job at the Control Panel by entering a four-digit numeric password.
Page 62: Select Paper
• Paper Size This field contains a list of the paper sizes that are supported by your DocuPrint NC60. Keep in mind that the available paper sizes and default settings may vary according to your locale, the Job Type, and the finishing features you have selected.
Page 63 PostScript Printer Driver Features • Media Type This field contains a list of the media types that are supported by your DocuPrint NC60. — Paper If no other media type is selected, paper is the default medium. — Transparencies A sensor in the paper path of the printer detects the presence of transparencies.
Page 64 PostScript Printer Driver Features 3-12 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide • Paper (Media) Source The Paper (Media) Source field enables you to select from the available paper trays on your DocuPrint NC60. If the Paper Source is set to Auto Select, the printer automatically selects a tray that matches the paper size settings for the job.
Page 65: Image Orientation
PostScript Printer Driver Features • Separators (requires Tray 2, Lower Feeder option) This dialog provides a way to choose the paper that will be used to separate each printed transparency. — Separators The Separators feature enables you to specify whether paper separator pages will be inserted between each transparency sheet.
Page 66 The Collate setting in certain applications may conflict with the Collation setting in your Xerox printer drivers, causing unexpected results. To avoid conflicts, turn collation OFF in your application print dialog and ON in your printer driver. Do NOT select collation in both the application and the printer driver.
Page 67 PostScript Printer Driver Features Hold Job Select Hold Job to delay printing for a set period of time. This enables you to get to the printer to load special media, or to print out confidential material. When you select this option, a message will remind you that you have a limited period of time to press the Enter button on the Control Panel in order to initiate the print activity.
Page 68: Fonts
— For True Type Font - lists the TrueType fonts that are resident on your computer. — Use Font Comparable To - lists the PostScript fonts that are resident on the DocuPrint NC60. Example... If the Arial font is highlighted as the True Type Font,...
Page 69 PostScript Printer Driver Features • Always Send to Printer Select Always Send to Printer when you want to send all the TrueType fonts contained within your documents to the printer. This setting may result in slower printing, but it will help ensure that the printed document will look the same as it does on your computer.
Page 70 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide • Send Fonts As — Send As The Send As field contains several options which define how your DocuPrint NC60 will receive and process TrueType fonts. This setting affects the selections available within the Font Substitution table.
Page 71 PostScript Printer Driver Features — Send PostScript Fonts As Native Format (Type 1) - the set of 35 PostScript fonts that are commonly installed on most PostScript printers. Don’t Send - useful only if you have a spooler in your system configuration that can supply these fonts.
Page 72: Postscript
PostScript Printer Driver Features PostScript 3-20 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide The PostScript tab gives you access to the basic PostScript features that are common to all PostScript drivers (as opposed to the other tabs that are used to control the special Xerox features.
Page 73 PostScript Printer Driver Features • Encapsulated PostScript (EPS) You can produce EPS (Encapsulated PostScript) files of a SINGLE PAGE created in one application and insert it into a document in another application. The contents of the page can include any combination of text, graphics, and images.
Page 74 • Download Header With Each Print Job This option configures the printer driver to send header information to the DocuPrint NC60 each time you print a document. This may result in slower job processing, but it insures that the printer will have the correct PostScript information needed to print your documents the way they appear on your computer.
Page 75 Job Timeout interval. A value of zero means that the job is never canceled. If your DocuPrint NC60 is shared, do not specify a value of zero. • Wait Timeout The Wait Timeout defines how long your printer will wait to receive data during a print job.
Page 76 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide Advanced PostScript Options • PostScript Language Level To optimize your DocuPrint NC60 features, make sure the PostScript language level is set to the highest level that your printer supports. Only consider using a lower PostScript language level if printing problems occur.
Page 77 If your driver provides a “Send EOF After Job” setting, it should always be selected when printing to a DocuPrint NC60 via a direct parallel port connection. If this setting is not selected, the system may not be able to separate individual jobs that are sent to it via the parallel port.
Page 78: Printer Configuration
• Installable Options The Installable Options list is where you customize your printer driver to match the optional equipment installed on your DocuPrint NC60. Select the items in the Installable Options list to identify the optional equipment on your printer.
Page 79: Xerox Features
PostScript Printer Driver Features Xerox Features Intelligent Color When you choose Intelligent Color, the DocuPrint NC60 provides the optimum set for mixed content documents. This will produce the best output for documents containing text and bitmap graphics. Vivid Color Vivid Color produces bright, solid colors and should be used for documents with graphics that include charts and graphs.
Page 80: Fax Friendly
PostScript Printer Driver Features 3-28 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide Grayscale Grayscale changes all the colors for the document you select into black, white, and shades of gray. Use this setting when you would like to print color documents in monochrome for speed or when color information is not important.
Page 81 PostScript Printer Driver Features Save Toner Save Toner reduces the toner consumption needed to print in color. The hues of each color do not change but the colors are less saturated. Use Save Toner to decrease the overall toner consumption, produce lower cost prints, and provide draft copies of your document.
Page 82: Expert Color Control
PostScript Printer Driver Features 3-30 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide Expert Color Control Expert Color Control enables you to fine-tune the colors in your printed document. The Color Adjustment controls enable you to adjust the lightness, contrast, and saturation settings for your documents. The Color Balance controls enable you to adjust the range between contrasting colors.
Page 83: Document Halftone
PostScript Printer Driver Features Document Halftone Halftone is the process by which images are printed as a pattern of many small dots. The size and density of the dots produce shades of light and dark in the image when it is printed. Also, different combinations of the four primary toner colors produce an extensive range of possible colors.
Page 84: Image Enhancement
DocuPrint NC60. The color space specifications provided by the DocuPrint NC60 are optimized to give the best printed results. However, finer control of the color space through the application is sometimes desired. If your application cannot support this feature, the DocuPrint NC60 default color space is used.
Page 85 Enhanced Alignment. When used, your DocuPrint NC60 will automatically adjust itself to improve the black image alignment next to colored areas. Note that this feature is most valuable when black and colored areas directly touch.
Page 86: Graphics
Halftoning • Use Printer's Settings Choose this option if you would like to use the default halftone screen settings that are available on your DocuPrint NC60. See the section “Document Halftone” (page 3-31) for available selections.
Page 87 Some applications might be incompatible with the Halftoning feature and might ignore any values you specify. Also, the DocuPrint NC60 might use halftoning procedures that do not use the frequency and angle values you specify.
Page 88 The scaling factor specifies the amount that the image is enlarged or reduced when it is printed. The scaling range for the DocuPrint NC60 is from 25 percent to 400 percent, although the limits may vary with different printer drivers and operating systems. The default is 100 percent.
Page 89: Layout
PostScript Printer Driver Features Layout Page Layout / N Pages Up Click in the N Pages Up field to select the page layout options which can be applied to your document. Draw Outlines When printing multiple images per page, the Draw Outlines feature will print a line around the perimeter of each page image.
Page 90: Pcl 5C Printer Driver Features
Therefore, you may need to configure your printer driver to recognize the installed options and special features supported by your DocuPrint NC60. Be sure to check the System (Printer) Configuration tab within your printer driver to configure the Installable Options.
Page 91 This feature automatically holds your document within the Hard Disk on your DocuPrint NC60. When you're ready to retrieve your job, you go to the Control Panel and release the job so it will print when you are ready to retrieve it.
Page 92 PCL 5C Printer Driver Features 3-40 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide • Proof Print (Sample Set) The Proof Print option enables you to print and proof a single copy of a document before printing the remaining document sets/copies. The remaining sets are held in the printer's print queue until you release the job at the Control Panel.
Page 93 Separators are contained on separate tabs within this dialog. You must configure your printer driver to match the paper/ media that is loaded in your DocuPrint NC60. If the System Configuration options are inaccurate or invalid for any particular paper tray, the options available in the Paper/Output and Paper Selection dialogs may be inaccurate or inaccessible.
Page 94 PCL 5C Printer Driver Features 3-42 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide • Paper Source The Paper (Media) Source field enables you to select from the available paper trays on your DocuPrint NC60. If the Paper Source is set to Auto Select, the printer automatically selects a tray that matches the paper size settings for the job.
Page 95 — Transparencies: A sensor in the paper path of the DocuPrint NC60 detects the presence of transparencies. When transparencies are detected, the DocuPrint NC60 adjusts itself so that transparency print quality is enhanced. You may use tray 1, tray 2, or the Manual Feed slot to feed transparencies for print.
Page 96 PCL 5C Printer Driver Features 3-44 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide • Front Cover Different Select this option when you would like the first page of your document to be printed on different paper stock. This setting enables you to specify the paper size or media type to be used for the front cover page of the document.
Page 97 The Collate setting in certain applications may conflict with the Collation setting in your Xerox printer drivers, causing unexpected results. To avoid conflicts, turn collation OFF in your application print dialog and ON in your printer driver. Do NOT select collation in both the application and the printer driver.
Page 98 Hold Job Select Hold Job to delay printing for a set period of time. This enables you to get to the DocuPrint NC60 to load special media, or to print out confidential material. When you select this option, a message will remind you...
Page 99: Xerox Features
PCL 5C Printer Driver Features Intelligent Color Xerox Features Intelligent Color produces bright, solid colors and should be used for documents with graphics that include charts and graphs. Use this setting for most full color business documents Photo Mode Photo Mode is the best color setting to use for photographs or bitmap images from photo CDs.
Page 100 PCL 5C Printer Driver Features 3-48 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide Unadjusted Color Unadjusted uses your application settings and does not use any of the printer driver default settings. Use this print mode when your application or operating system has a color matching system (such as PANTONE or Image Color Matching).
Page 101 PCL 5C Printer Driver Features Enhanced Alignment If your documents contain black lines, or black text placed directly next to colored areas, you may want to select Enhanced Alignment. When used, your DocuPrint NC60 will automatically adjust itself to improve the black image alignment next to colored areas.
Page 102: Graphics
Large bitmap images require more memory and processing time. Use Printer Fonts This option instructs the DocuPrint NC60 to substitute the default printer fonts for any TrueType fonts it encounters within a print job. When this option is selected, the DocuPrint NC60 will substitute fonts automatically as the job is being processed.
Page 103: Fonts
PCL 5C Printer Driver Features Graphics Mode The Graphics Mode options specify how the printer driver sends graphic information to the DocuPrint NC60. These selections usually work in conjunction with the Image Quality and Gray Scale selections. • Raster converts images to raster graphics.
Page 104 Permanent Select Permanent if you want to save the font(s) onto the hard disk in the DocuPrint NC60. The fonts will be retained on the printer until they are deleted. Temporary Select Temporary if you want to save the font(s) into printer memory (RAM).
Page 105 Copy Fonts to New Port If you are using more than one PCL 5C printer, or if you change the port your printer is connected to, you can use this feature to copy your installed disk-based fonts to the other printer on that port. To move or copy fonts to a new port: 1.
Page 106: Overlays
PCL 5C Printer Driver Features Overlays 3-54 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide A Page Overlay is a group of user-created PCL commands and/or data that is downloaded and stored in the printer. Page overlays can be invoked repeatedly for printing portions of documents that are used frequently. For example, company letterhead can be created as a page overlay and stored in the printer.
Page 107: Delete All
PCL 5C Printer Driver Features Create Overlay Click the Create Overlay button when you want to create a Page Overlay file. This button invokes a dialog where you can specify the name of the overlay file and the location where it will be created. This will initiate the Overlay creation process.
Page 108: Printer Configuration
The Installable Options list is where you customize your printer driver to match the optional equipment installed on your DocuPrint NC60. Simply click on the items in the Installable Options list to identify the optional equipment on your DocuPrint NC60.
Page 109: Using The Control Panel
Value Up key Password #6 Value Down key Password #7 The DocuPrint NC60 Control Panel (Figure 3.1) serves three purposes: 1. It displays information about the status of the printer (or the job in process) and 2. It provides the means for changing printer settings to control how the DocuPrint NC60 operates.
Page 110: The Display
Using the Control Panel The Display 3-58 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide The Control Panel's display performs two functions. • It informs you of printer status conditions, such as when toner is low, when a paper tray is empty, when a job is in process, and so on.
Page 111: The Keys
The Keys Table 3.3 Control Panel keys and their functions • If the Printer is On-line and not in the menu system, pressing this key causes a On Line transition to Off-line. All pages currently in the paper path are printed and then printing pauses until the printer is placed On-line.
Page 112 • If in the menu system, pressing this key causes the Control Panel to scroll through the items in the current menu in order from top to bottom. • If not in the menu system, this key is ignored. 3-60 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide Description Table 3.3 Page 2 of 3...
Page 113 Table 3.3 Control Panel keys and their functions (continued) • If in the menu system, and an item is displayed, pressing this key causes the Control Value Up Panel to scroll through the values for the current item in order bottom to top. Pressing this key displays the default value for the current item.
Page 114: The Indicator Lights
Using the Control Panel The Indicator Lights 3-62 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide The Control Panel contains six indicator lights. Table 3.4 describes the function of each light. Table 3.4 Indicator lights and their functions Light On Line When the printer is On-line this LED is on.
Page 115: Menu Options
In addition, the System Administrator Guide lists all the operations associated with the DocuPrint NC60 Control Panel keys and lists the specific key processes which need to be executed to set any of these DocuPrint NC60 variables. Printer settings selected in your application or printer driver will be used instead of these settings in the Control Panel.
Page 116 Using the Control Panel Figure 3.2 DocuPrint NC60 Control Panel Menu Map Cancel Job Formfeed Restart Printer Enter Password Password Tray 1 Cust. Size Tray Tray 2 Cust. Size Tray 1 Type Tray 2 Type Tray Sequence Font Number Pitch...
Page 117 Figure 3.2 DocuPrint NC60 Control Panel Menu Map (continued) Token Ring Novell Novell Enable Novell PDL Novell Binary PS Novell Mode Frame Type Polling Interval PServer Name Primary Server NDS Tree NDS Context Print Media Server Select File Print Quantity...
Page 118: Print A Password Job
Using the Control Panel Print a Password Job 3-66 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide To print a password print job sent to the printer and stored in the optional hard drive, follow these steps: At the Control Panel, press Menu Up or Menu Down until...
Page 119: Delete A Password Job
Delete a To delete a password print job sent to the printer and stored in the optional hard drive, follow these steps: Password Job At the Control Panel, press Menu Up or Menu Down until you see: Menus Password Menu Press Item Up or Item Down and you will see: Enter password _xxx...
Page 120: Print An Internal Page
Using the Control Panel Print an Internal Page 3-68 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide To print an internal printer page, follow these steps: At the Control Panel, press Menu Up or Menu Down until you see: Menus Print Menu Press Item Up or Item Down and you will see the page you wish to print.
Page 121: Using The Optional Media Server
PCL 5C files directly at the printer from a standard High Density, 3.5-inch, MS DOS formatted disk, with a 1.4 MB maximum capacity. Any DocuPrint NC60 can easily be upgraded with a Media Server Option. The optional Media Server adds several advantages to your DocuPrint NC60: •...
Page 122: Print To File
If you Print to File after making selections in the DocuPrint NC60 color features, you must print the document on a DocuPrint NC60 in order for those features to be implemented in your document. This file will be saved as either a PostScript or PCL 5C file depending upon the driver that is being used, and must fit on one floppy disk to use the Media Server.
Page 123: How To Print From The Media Server
Using the Optional Media Server How to Print From You can print your print file with the default settings or customize your own print settings. If you have saved the the Media Server file with specific application settings, print using the Media Server Menu defaults.
Page 124 Using the Optional Media Server 3-72 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide To print from the Media Server: Create a PostScript or PCL 5C printer file. (You cannot print an application file at the Media Server. You must use the Print to File utility.) Save the printer file you created on a standard High Density, 3.5-inch, MS DOS formatted...
Page 125 Using the Optional Media Server To set the quantity and/or select a tray from which to print: To set the number of copies to be printed, press Menu Up or Menu Down until you see: Menus Media Server Menu Press Item Up or Item Down until you see: Media Server Menu Print Quantity Press Value Up or Value Down until you see the quantity...
Page 126: Internet Printing
Email Send and Receive 3-74 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide Your DocuPrint NC60 is equipped with both IPP (Internet Printing Protocol) and Email Send and Receive capability, giving it full functionality over the Internet. IPP (the Internet Printing Protocol) enables you to query printer capabilities, submit print jobs, and monitor the status of those jobs over the Internet.
Page 127: Chapter 4 Maintaining The Printer
Maintaining the Printer Regular Printer Maintenance ... 4-2 Cleaning the Printer ... 4-2 Density and Color Balance Adjustment Procedure ... 4-4 Chapter 4: Maintaining the Printer...
Page 128: Regular Printer Maintenance
Regular Printer Maintenance Cleaning the Printer DocuPrint NC60 User Guide Your DocuPrint NC60 is designed to need very little ongoing maintenance other than the replacement of maintenance items as they reach end of use. It is recommended that maintenance items are replaced when the end of use warnings appear on the control panel to avoid untimely image quality problems.
Page 129: Replacing Toner, Oil And Other Consumables
Regular Printer Maintenance Replacing Toner, Oil When the printer displays warning messages to replace a consumable, you should do so as soon as possible. A list of and Other printer supplies is contained in the Supplies/Options Consumables Guide. Specific instructions for replacing each consumable and maintenance Item are included with the individual replacement packages.
Page 130: Density And Color Balance Adjustment Procedure
Density and Color Balance Adjustment Procedure Density and Color Balance Adjustment Procedure DocuPrint NC60 User Guide You may notice, over the course of using the printer, that colors may change. For example, reds may begin to take on a purple cast, or blues may take on a green cast. This...
Page 131: Chapter 5 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Before You Begin Troubleshooting ... 5-2 Error Messages ... 5-4 How to Clear A Media Jam ... 5-5 Print Quality Problems ... 5-11 Additional Sources of Troubleshooting Assistance ... 5-16 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting...
Page 132: Before You Begin Troubleshooting
Before You Begin Troubleshooting Before You Begin Troubleshooting DocuPrint NC60 User Guide If it becomes necessary for you to take corrective actions, note the following safety tips and then begin your troubleshooting by checking for possible hardware, software, and printer maintenance issues.
Page 133: Hardware
Before You Begin Troubleshooting Hardware • Is the printer plugged in? • Is the printer switched on? Software • Is the correct printer driver installed and selected for your printer configuration? Printer Maintenance An improperly seated tray or an open cover will delay your print job.
Page 134: Error Messages
Error Messages Error Messages DocuPrint NC60 User Guide Your DocuPrint NC60 displays messages on the Control Panel when operator intervention is required. There are two types of message that require action: • Printer fault messages are those that relate to printer shutdown, such as a paper jam.
Page 135: How To Clear A Media Jam
How to Clear A Media Jam This section describes areas where media could jam and gives basic instructions for clearing jams in each of these areas. Use these instructions to safely remove jammed media from your printer. The printer is designed to automatically shut down when a jam occurs, but will resume your print job at the point at which it was interrupted after the jam has been cleared.
Page 136: Media Jam Areas
Slot Area E1-E3 Transfer Drum/ Print Drum Area E4-E6 Print Drum Grounding Roller E4 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide Figure 5.1 illustrates the areas where a media jam might occur. Figure 5.1 Media Path Exposure to prolonged periods of direct light may damage the Print Drum.
Page 137: Fuser/Output Area Jam
Fuser/Output Area Jam Figure 5.2 Fuser/Output/Print Drum Area Jam Open the Front Cover. (See page 1-12.) Open the Fuser Cover. (See page 1-13.) Release the Roller by shifting the Release Lever as shown. Locate the lodged material by looking inside the Fuser area.
Page 138 How to Clear A Media Jam DocuPrint NC60 User Guide Reach into the Fuser area, and gently grasp the exposed corners of the jammed material. Pull gently up and toward you until the material is completely dislodged. Close the Roller Release.
Page 139: Input/Transfer Drum/Print Drum Area Jam
Input/Transfer Drum/ Print Drum Area Jam Figure 5.3 Input/Transfer Drum/Print Drum Area Jam Open the Front Cover. Locate the lodged material by looking inside the Input/ Transfer Drum area. Reach into the Input/Transfer Drum area, and gently grasp the exposed corners of the jammed material. Pull gently up and toward you until the material is completely dislodged.
Page 140: Tray/Manual Feed Slot Jam
How to Clear A Media Jam Tray/Manual Feed Slot Jam 5-10 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide Figure 5.4 Tray/Manual Feed Slot Jam Remove Tray 1, Tray 2, or the Manual Feed Tray (as indicated by the error code) from the printer.
Page 141: Print Quality Problems
Print Quality Problems Some common print quality problems, their causes, and potential remedies are described in Table 5.1 on page 5-12. If you are unable to correct a print defect after you have followed the recommendations in Table 5.1, refer to the System Administrator Guide for additional help. To reduce the incidence of print defects: •...
Page 142 Dark Vertical Lines Black or colored vertical lines that streak the page 5-12 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide Also observe the procedures for cleaning the printer and adjusting the Color Balance that are outlined in the System Administrator Guide on the DocuPrint CD.
Page 143 Table 5.1 Print Defects and Potential Remedies (continued) Print Defects Light, Vertical Lines Light areas (without color) that streak the page Repeating Defects Marks that recur uniformly: 1. Once every page 2. Every 3.66 inches (93mm) 3. Every 2.5 inches (64mm) Common Causes The Print Drum is scratched or damaged.
Page 144 Missing Color One or more colors that are light or missing from the print 5-14 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide Common Causes Toner on the Fuser Rollers. The Fuser cleaner is improperly installed. There is dirt in the paper path.
Page 145 Print Quality Problems Table 5.1 Print Defects and Potential Remedies (continued) Print Defects Common Causes Potential Remedies Incorrect media. Use only recommended media. Color Misregistration Color that has shifted outside of the designated area or has been superimposed over another color area Table 5.1 Page 4 of 4 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting...
Page 146: Additional Sources Of Troubleshooting Assistance
User Guide or the On-Line Help system, you may need to contact your System Administrator or refer to the System Administrator Guide on the DocuPrint CD. For more complicated problems, contact your Xerox reseller or Xerox Support for assistance.
Page 147: Appendix A Printer Specifications
Printer Specifications Physical Specifications ... A-2 Environmental Specifications ... A-3 Electrical Specifications ... A-4 Performance Specifications ... A-5 Controller Specifications ... A-6 Appendix A: Printer Specifications...
Page 148: Physical Specifications
Physical Specifications Physical Specifications DocuPrint NC60 User Guide Dimensions (without Optional Lower Feeder) • 18.5" (w) x 16.5" (d) x 16.5" (h) • 470 mm (w) x 419 mm (d) x 419 (h) Weight (without Optional Lower Feeder) • 89 lbs. (40 kg) Optional Tray Dimensions •...
Page 149: Environmental Specifications
Environmental Specifications Environmental Specifications Temperature • Operating: 50°to 90° F (10 to 32° C) • Storage: 14° to 104° F (-10 to 40° C) Humidity • Operating: 15% to 85% RH • Storage: 10% to 90% RH Sound Level • 54 dbA Running (Max.) •...
Page 150: Electrical Specifications
Electrical Specifications Electrical Specifications DocuPrint NC60 User Guide Power Requirements • 110-130V, 50/60 Hz, 15 A, • 200-260V, 50/60 Hz, 10-15 A, • Energy Star Compliant Power Consumption • 300 W av. / 1000 W max.
Page 151: Performance Specifications
Performance Specifications Performance Specifications Resolution • Black:600x600 dpi • Color: 600 x 600 • 1200 Quality (PostScript only) Print Speed • Black: up to 16 ppm (pages/min) • 2 Color: up to 6 ppm • 4 Color: up to 3 ppm •...
Page 152: Controller Specifications
Controller Specifications Controller Specifications DocuPrint NC60 User Guide Intel i960 processor, operating at 66/33 MHz Memory • 64 MB DRAM / 8 MB FLASH ROM Standard • Upgradable to a maximum of 128 MB Page Description Languages (PDL) • Adobe PostScript 3.0 and PCL 5c Coresident Resident Fonts •...
Page 153: Appendix B Notices And Certifications
Notices and Certifications FCC Notices…USA ... B-2 Radio Frequency ... B-2 Certifications…Canadian ... B-5 60 HZ, 115V ... B-5 European Markets ... B-6 CE Certification ... B-6 Ethernet/Token Ring Accessories ... B-6 EN55022 ... B-7 Safety Extra Low Voltage Safety Approval ... B-8 Appendix B: Notices and Certifications...
Page 154: Fcc Notices
• Consult the dealer or a experienced radio/TV technician for help. Changes or modifications to this equipment not specifically approved by the Xerox Corporation may void the authority granted by the FCC to operate this equipment. Shielded cables must be used with this equipment to...
Page 155 BASE PRINTER WITH TOKEN RING CARD OR WITH 10/100 ETHERNET CARD The DocuPrint NC60 has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject...
Page 156 FCC Notices…USA DocuPrint NC60 User Guide If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: •...
Page 157: Certifications
Certifications…Canadian Certifications…Canadian 60 HZ, 115V The equipment is listed by the Underwriters Laboratories, UL 1950, certified by Canadian Standards Association, CSA22.2, No. 950 Appendix B: Notices and Certifications...
Page 158: European Markets
CE Certification Ethernet/Token Ring Accessories DocuPrint NC60 User Guide The CE marking applied to this product symbolizes Xerox Limited Declaration of Conformity with the following applicable directives of the European Union as of the dates indicated: January 1, 1995: - Council Directive 73/23/EEC amended...
Page 159: En55022
EN55022 Configuration Base Printer Base Printer with Token Ring Base Printer with 100MB Ethernet European Markets Specification EN55022-B EN55022-B EN55022-B Appendix B: Notices and Certifications...
Page 160: Safety Extra Low Voltage Safety Approval
Safety Extra Low Voltage Safety Approval DocuPrint NC60 User Guide The DocuPrint NC60 printing system is in compliance with various governmental agencies and national safety regulations. All system ports meet the requirements for Safety Extra Low Voltage (SELV) circuits for connection to customer-owned devices and networks.
Page 161: Appendix C Printer Options
Printer Options Optional Equipment ... C-2 How to Install Additional Memory ... C-5 Memory Installation Procedure ... C-7 Appendix C: Printer Options...
Page 162: Optional Equipment
Optional Equipment Optional Equipment DocuPrint NC60 User Guide Optional equipment is available which allows you to add special features to your printer or upgrade your printer system to meet your particular needs. Table C.1 on page C-3 provides a brief description of each enhancement available.
Page 163 Table C.1 DocuPrint NC60 Optional Equipment Optional Kits Content One - Hard drive Hard Drive Media Server One - 3½" HD Floppy Drive One Lower Feeder Lower Feeder assembly Universal Tray One - Media Tray Ethernet 10/100 One- Ethernet Card...
Page 164 Optional Equipment Table C.1 DocuPrint NC60 Optional Equipment (continued) Optional Kits Content One - Token Ring Token Ring Card Network Interface Plug in card Memory Upgrade One - 8 MB Memory SIMM One - 16 MB Memory SIMM One - 32 MB...
Page 165: How To Install Additional Memory
How to Install Additional Memory How to Install Additional Memory Your DocuPrint NC60 comes with a total of 64 MB of DRAM memory and 8 MB of Flash. You can increase the random access memory of your DocuPrint NC60 to a maximum of 128 MB.
Page 166 How to Install Additional Memory DocuPrint NC60 User Guide When you install additional memory in your printer, the memory SIMMs should be added by inserting them into slots contained in the pullout panel on the rear of your printer. Memory slots appear as illustrated in Figure C.1. This shows one additional memory SIMM installed.
Page 167: Memory Installation Procedure
Memory Installation Procedure How to Install Additional Memory Each Memory Upgrade Kit contains one memory SIMM. Switch the printer off. Loosen the screws on the rear of the printer that hold the pullout panel in place. Pull the panel out of the printer, and place it flat-side down on a level surface.
Page 168 How to Install Additional Memory DocuPrint NC60 User Guide With both hands, grasp the ends of the SIMM between your index fingers and thumbs, and tilt it upright until it snaps into place between the end brackets on the board.
Page 169 3-41 PostScript printer driver • 3-10 Copy Fonts to New Port 3-53 • Create Overlay • 3-55 Delete All • 3-55 Delete Overlay • 3-55 Density Adjusting • Document Halftone 3-31 • Download Now • 3-55 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide...
Page 170 Fuser Cleaner Roller • 1-14 Fuser Cover • Opening • 1-13 Fuser Oil Bottle • 1-14 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide Graphics options PCL 5C printer driver PostScript printer driver Grayscale PCL 5C printer driver PostScript printer driver Halftoning • Hard Drive •...
Page 171 • • 3-38 3-46 3-52 • • 3-47 • 3-27 • 3-37 • 3-16 3-19 • 3-34 3-36 3-15 • • 3-20 3-25 • 3-26 3-20 3-25 • • 1-10 • 5-11 5-15 • 1-14 • DocuPrint NC60 User Guide...
Page 172 PostScript printer driver • 3-13 Serial Number Plate • 1-14 SIMM installation • SunOS • Temporary fonts • 3-52 DocuPrint NC60 User Guide Three-hole paper • Token Ring • Token Ring Card • Toner Replacing • Toner Collector • 1-14...

Xerox DocuPrint NC60 User Manual

Safety Notes

Chapter 1 Getting to Know Your Printer

Chapter 2 Loading Print Media

Chapter 3 Printing

Chapter 4 Maintaining the Printer

Chapter 5 Troubleshooting

Appendix A Printer Specifications

Printer Specifications

Appendix B Notices and Certifications

Appendix C Printer Options

Quick Links

User Guide

Troubleshooting

Need help?

Questions and answers

Subscribe to Our Youtube Channel

Related Manuals for Xerox DocuPrint NC60

Summary of Contents for Xerox DocuPrint NC60

Table of Contents