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1.1
Welcome to Minolta/QMS ..............................................................................................1-1
1.2
Working safely with your laser printer.........................................................................1-2
Notes on your safety and operating safety.......................................................................1-2
Laser safety......................................................................................................................1-3
Internal laser radiation......................................................................................................1-3
CDRH regulations ............................................................................................................1-4
Laser safety label .............................................................................................................1-4
Laser caution label ...........................................................................................................1-5
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User instructions............................................................................................................1-6
(for users in the USA).......................................................................................................1-6
(for users in Canada) .......................................................................................................1-7
Ozone emission ...............................................................................................................1-7
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2.1
Unpacking the laser printer...........................................................................................2-1
2.2
Overview of printer ........................................................................................................2-3
External printer parts........................................................................................................2-3
Internal printer parts .........................................................................................................2-4
Optional printer parts........................................................................................................2-5
Printer control panel .........................................................................................................2-6
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Setting up the laser printer (1) ......................................................................................2-7
Place of installation ..........................................................................................................2-7
Storage of consumables and accessories .......................................................................2-7
Ambient conditions...........................................................................................................2-7
Space required.................................................................................................................2-8
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Please note the following points: ...............................................................................2-10
What should I watch out for when loading paper? .........................................................2-10
What should I watch out for when loading envelopes? ..................................................2-10
Which sizes of paper can I use? ....................................................................................2-11
What types of paper can I use? .....................................................................................2-12
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Setting up the laser printer (2) ....................................................................................2-13
Fitting the paper output tray and paper feed tray 1 .......................................................2-13
Connecting the power cable ..........................................................................................2-14
Switching the printer on and off......................................................................................2-15
Printing a configuration page ........................................................................................2-16
Connecting the printer to a computer (parallel port) ......................................................2-17
Connecting the printer to a computer (USB port) ..........................................................2-18
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3.1
System requirements.....................................................................................................3-1
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Connecting the power cable ...2-14 Switching the printer on and off...2-15 Printing a configuration page ...2-16 Connecting the printer to a computer (parallel port) ...2-17 Connecting the printer to a computer (USB port) ...2-18 Installing the printer driver System requirements...3-1... - Page 2 Notes on installing the printer driver... 3-1 General information on the printer driver... 3-2 Information on installation using Plug-and-Play ... 3-2 Information on installation using the Add Printer Wizard... 3-2 Information on installing a network printer... 3-2 Installing the USB device driver... 3-3 CD-ROM installation for Win95, Win98 or WinNT4.0 ...
- Page 3 Minolta-QMS USA, Canada and Latin America ...5-9 Minolta-QMS Europe, Middle East, Africa and Australia...5-9 Program Licence Agreement ...5-10 Notice to the User ...5-10 Licence Agreement ...5-10 Term...5-10 Limited Warranty ...5-10 Severability...5-11 GOVERNMENT END USERS ...5-11 Index...5-12...
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Page 5: Introduction
Read this introduction carefully before using your printer for the first time, and always keep it within reach. You will find the full version of the User's Manual for your Minolta/QMS laser printer in the form of an online manual in digital format on the CD-ROM that is supplied with your printer. -
Page 6: Working Safely With Your Laser Printer
Working safely with your laser printer Notes on your safety and operating safety Working improperly with the printer can result in health hazards, electric shocks and may even cause fires. Before you unpack the laser printer, you should make yourself familiar with this information regarding your safety and operating safety. -
Page 7: Laser Safety
Contact your customer support technical specialist. Laser safety This printer is equipped with a laser unit. If the printer is used in accordance with the instructions in the User's Manual, the laser presents no danger. The radiation emitted is completely absorbed and attenuated by the case. The laser radiation cannot escape at any time during the printing process. -
Page 8: Cdrh Regulations
CAUTION Dangerous laser radiation! Using the printer in a manner other than as indicated in this manual may result in exposure to dangerous radiation. Use the printer only according to the instructions contained in the User's Manual. -
Page 9: Laser Caution Label
DANGER Use the printer only as described in this manual! Using the controls, adjusting the printer or performing procedures other than as specified in this manual may result in exposure to hazardous radiation. Use the printer only according to the instructions contained in the User's Manual. -
Page 10: User Instructions
FCC and are subject to FCC control. Any changes made by the purchaser or user without first contacting the manufacturer will be subject to penalty under FCC regulations. Laser Beam Printer PagePro 4100E Paper feed tray 2 (4166) -
Page 11: Interference-Causing Equipment Standard (Ices-003 Issue 3) Warning (For Users In Canada)
Introduction FCC: Declaration of Conformity Product type Product name This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. -
Page 12: Unpacking And Setting Up
Unpacking the laser printer CAUTION Danger to children from packaging materials made of plastic After unpacking, keep the packaging materials out of reach of children. Ü Remove the printer parts and accessories from the box. Paper output tray Printer Installation Guide CD-ROM... - Page 13 Remove the plastic strips from the rear of the printer. Why save the packaging materials? If you need to move the printer, you can use the packaging again. In this way you can be certain that your printer is correctly packed.
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Page 14: Overview Of Printer
Overview of printer External printer parts Description Release button for top cover Control panel Paper output tray (face down) Top Cover Paper guides Description Paper feed tray 1 (multipurpose tray) Power Switch (ON/OFF) Socket for power cable Parallel port USB port... -
Page 15: Internal Printer Parts
Unpacking and setting up Internal printer parts Description Fusing unit Paper guide Manual paper feed unit Description Cover to paper feed tray 2 Image transfer roller Imaging cartridge... -
Page 16: Optional Printer Parts
Optional printer parts Description Paper feed tray 2 (500-sheet cassette) Paper feed tray 3 (500-sheet cassette) Unpacking and setting up Description Duplex unit... -
Page 17: Printer Control Panel
Unpacking and setting up Printer control panel The control panel has three lamps and one button. Description Stand-by lamp (green) Paper empty (orange) Please refer to the Online Manual for further information on the control panel. Description Fault (red) Control button... -
Page 18: Setting Up The Laser Printer (1)
The printer must be positioned in a way that it cannot be adversely affected by the following: splashing liquids, organic gases, e.g. ammonia,... -
Page 19: Space Required
Unpacking and setting up Space required Make certain that there is enough space available around the printer (see illustration). This will facilitate operation, reloading paper and toner, and maintenance of the printer. Dimension 40-1/2 in. / 1030 mm 33 in. / 840 mm 24-3/4 in. - Page 20 Dimension 40-1/2 in. / 1030 mm 33 in. / 840 mm 29-1/2 in. / 750 mm 6 in. / 150 mm Dimension 23-1/2 in. / 600 mm 11-3/4 in. / 300 mm 4 in. / 100 mm 11-3/4 in. / 300 mm Unpacking and setting up...
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Page 21: Please Note The Following Points
Load envelopes of format B5 with the flap facing down and pointing to the rear of the tray. Make certain that the flaps are neatly folded back. Test the envelopes before buying large quantities! Some types of envelopes crease easily when they are run through a printer. Test a type of envelope before purchasing large quantities. 2-10... -
Page 22: Which Sizes Of Paper Can I Use
85 to 216 mm × 90 to 356 mm * 1. Each of the 5 cassettes of Tray 2/Tray 3 support one of the 5 types of paper that are compatible with this printer. 2. Letter is standard cassette size for the second/third paper feed tray. -
Page 23: What Types Of Paper Can I Use
Unpacking and setting up What types of paper can I use? This printer is only designed for use with the types of paper listed below. Paper media standard media: Plain paper weight: 16 to 24 lbs. / 60 to 90g/m Recycled paper weight: 16 to 24 lbs. -
Page 24: Setting Up The Laser Printer (2)
Set the guides of the paper feed tray to match the size of paper you wish to use. Attach the paper output tray to the printer as shown here. Slide the lower part of the paper feed tray into the printer. Fit the cover of paper feed tray 1. -
Page 25: Connecting The Power Cable
Connecting the power cable Only use the power cable supplied with the printer. The laser printer requires a power supply with minimal voltage and frequency fluctuation. If necessary, ask an electrician for advice. Power supply: 120-127 V at 50-60 Hz / 220-240 V at 50-60 Hz Voltage fluctuation: 120V -10%, 127 V +6% / 220-240 V ±10%... -
Page 26: Switching The Printer On And Off
(see the Online manual). If the printer receives a new print job while it is in Power Save mode, or if the side cover is opened, or if the [ON LINE] key is pressed, the printer automatically starts its warm-up phase. -
Page 27: Printing A Configuration Page
Be well prepared for technical queries. Please have a current configuration page available when calling for technical assistance. Make a note of the Serial No. of your printer on the configuation page, see page 1-4 (laser safety label). Control button... -
Page 28: Connecting The Printer To A Computer (Parallel Port)
Using the wrong type of cable may result in damage to the equipment! Using the wrong type of cable may damage the socket on the printer. Only use an IEEE 1284 type B shielded interface cable for connecting the printer to your Ü... -
Page 29: Connecting The Printer To A Computer (Usb Port)
Unpacking and setting up Connecting the printer to a computer (USB port) Switch on the computer and start Windows 98. Switch on the printer. Connect one end of the interface cable to the USB port of the printer. Connect the other end of the interface cable to the USB port of the computer. - Page 30 Unpacking and setting up 2-19...
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Page 31: Installing The Printer Driver
Which optional accessories are fitted to your printer? Is your printer a local printer or a network printer? Local printer: when the printer is connected directly to your computer via a parallel interface cable. Network printer (option): when the printer is integrated into a computer network. -
Page 32: General Information On The Printer Driver
The printer can be equipped with an optional network card if required. Please contact your hardware supplier. You can install the printer as a local printer or as a network printer. You should make note of the following points when installing as a network printer: If you would like to access the printer from a server using Windows 95, first install the printer driver from the server using the installation program. -
Page 33: Installing The Usb Device Driver
When connecting the PagePro 4100E printer to your computer with a USB cable, install the USB device driver according to the following instructions before installing the printer driver. This printer can only be connected with a USB cable if the computer is running Windows 98. Switch on your computer and start Windows 98. - Page 34 Check the “Search for the best driver for your device“ box and then click [NEXT]. When the next dialogue appears, check the “Specify a location“ box, and then click [BROWSE...]. Browse the CD-ROM and navigate to “Drivers\Pp4100\Win98\ GB\Pcl\Drv\usb“. Then click [OK]. Installing the printer driver...
- Page 35 Installing the printer driver When the following dialogue appears, click [NEXT]. When the following dialogue appears, click [FINISH] to complete the installation.
- Page 36 After installation is complete, check that “Minolta/QMS PagePro 4100“ appears below Universal serial bus controller on the Device Manager tab of the System Properties dialogue. To display the System Properties dialogue, right-click the [MY COMPUTER] icon on the desktop, and then click [PROPERTIES] in the shortcut menu that appears.
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Page 37: Cd-Rom Installation For Win95, Win98 Or Winnt4.0
Installing the printer driver CD-ROM installation for Win95, Win98 or WinNT4.0 Make certain that the printer is connected to your printer locally or through a network. Switch on the printer. Switch on the computer and start Windows 95, Windows 98 or Windows NT 4.0. - Page 38 After the printer driver has been successfully installed, the “Minolta QMS Printer Extras“ Program Group appears. You can now call up the “Minolta QMS Printer Extras“ Program Group via the Windows Start menu. Installing the printer driver...
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Page 39: Installation For Windows 3.1X
Click on "Add>>" to display the list of printers. Select "Install unlisted or updated printer" and click on "Install". The following box appears. Browse to the CD-ROM drive and navigate to “Drivers\Pp4100\Win311\GB\Pcl\drv“. Confirm with OK. Select Minolta/QMS PagePro 4100 U from the list and confirm with OK. -
Page 40: Uninstalling The Windows Printer Driver
Click on "Set as default printer". After the printer driver has been successfully installed, the icon for “Minolta/QMS PagePro 4100 U“ appears in the "Printers" Program Group. An error message appears announcing that the UNIDRV.DLL file is required but cannot be found. -
Page 41: Deinstallation For Windows 3.1X
Deinstallation for Windows 3.1x Call up the “Minolta/QMS PagePro 4100U“ Program Group. Click on "Remove". You are prompted to confirm/cancel your selection. Click on [YES] in order to delete the printer driver. Click on "Close". The program group is deinstalled. 3-11... -
Page 42: Installation For Ms-Dos
Installation for MS-DOS MS-DOS versions 6.2 or higher (except MS-DOS 7.0) are supported. Make sure that the printer is connected to your computer locally or via a network. Switch on the printer. Switch on the computer and start MS-DOS. Place the PagePro 4100E printer driver CD in the CD-ROM drive of your computer. -
Page 43: Starting The Online Manual
The online manual is not automatically installed on the hard drive of your computer when installing the printer driver. Therefore, to start the online manual you have to load the PagePro 4100E printer driver CD into the CD-ROM drive of your computer and start the online manual from there. -
Page 44: Start The Online Manual As Follows
The online manual is not automatically installed on the hard drive of your computer when installing the printer driver. Therefore, to start the online manual you have to load the PagePro 4100E printer driver CD into the CD-ROM drive of your computer and start the online manual from there. - Page 45 Starting the online manual In the following installation window click on [LOOK AT MANUAL]. If Adobe Acrobat Reader has already been installed on your computer, then the software is launched automatically for you to either view on-screen or print out a hard copy. Adobe Acrobat Reader is not already installed on your computer? You need Adobe Acrobat Reader in order to be able to read the online manual.
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Page 47: Appendix
Adobe PostScript 3 SIMM module, upgrade with network card. Software In terms of software, the PagePro 4100E offers you: browser-based PageScope printer management tool for simple network operation. Operating system The PagePro 4100E can be used with the following operating systems: Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 3.1x,... -
Page 48: Technical Specification
15 to 85% (fluctuations max. 20% per hour) 9000 pages A4 or Letter with a back-to-white ratio of max. 5%. (The starter imaging cartridge supplied with the printer is capable of producing approx. 5000 pages A4 or Letter.) 120-127V / 220-240 V at 50-60 Hz •... -
Page 49: 500-Sheet Paper Feed Tray (Option)
Height:13 in. / 330 mm Width: 17-5/32 in. / 436 mm Depth: 20 in. / 510 mm Printer: Approximately 28-3/4 lbs. / 13 kg Imaging cartridge: Approximately 3-1/4 lbs. / 1.5 kg • Centronics parallel port IEEE 1284B/ECP • USB... -
Page 50: Network Card (Option)
• 10BaseT/10Base2 • Token Ring 8, 16 and 32 MB Burst Mode 60 ns or less SIMM (Single In-line Memory Module) Printer: parallel 36-pin connection Computer: EIA 25-pin connection Shielded Signal and ground pairs must be twisted IEEE 1284, type B max. -
Page 51: Minolta/Qms's Concern For Environmental Protection
Laser printers with the Energy Star they have not been used for a certain amount of time. This function can reduce your electrical costs by up to 60%. This laser printer fulfils the energy efficiency criteria for the Energy Star Environmental Protection Agency). ®... -
Page 52: Customer Information
Customer information Warranty Who is covered by this warranty? The limited warranty is extended by Minolta-QMS only to the original end-user of the accompanying Minolta-QMS product. The limited warranty is not assignable by the end-user to any other party and is valid only within the borders of the country where the product was originally purchased. -
Page 53: What Is The Period Of Coverage
Appendix of equipment with an electrical current present. Plastic, rubber, wood, painted metal surfaces and telephones are not acceptable grounds. What is the period of coverage? Refer to the warranty card for specific details. There shall be no warranty after expiration of the period of coverage. -
Page 54: How Does Local Law Relate To This Warranty
How does local law relate to this warranty? This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. Certified Minolta-QMS Service Partners Country Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Finland France Germany Hong Kong Israel... -
Page 55: Minolta-Qms Support
Appendix Minolta-QMS support Minolta-QMS support offers: Minolta-QMS service representatives in all major cities. Professional factory-trained engineers. Local stock of key spare parts and consumables. Help desk support. Support engineers are factory-trained to provide answers to questions about equipment operation, systems integration, software compatibility, system upgrades and other operating or technical issues. -
Page 56: Program Licence Agreement
Program Licence Agreement Notice to the User Please carefully read the Licence Agreement before using or copying the software package in this documentation set. The right to use this software product is conditional on your agreement on the following terms. Copying and using this software indicates that you have accepted these terms and conditions. -
Page 57: Severability
Appendix MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT WILL MINOLTA-QMS BE LIABLE FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE THE PROGRAM OR DOCUMENTATION, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. -
Page 58: Index
Consumables, storing ... 2-7 Customer information ... 5-6 Warranty ... 5-6 External printer parts ... 2-3 Installation using Add Printer Wizard ... 3-2 installation using Plug-and Play ... 3-2 Interface connections ... 5-4 Laser caution label ... 1-5 Laser printer connecting to computer ... - Page 59 Notes on the online manual ...4-1 Overview of printer ...2-3 Optional printer parts ...2-5 Printer control panel ...2-6 PagePro 4100E printer, technical specification ...5-2 Paper output tray ...2-13 Paper sizes, feasible ... 2-11 Paper specifications ... 2-11 Parallel printer port ...2-17 Performance features ...5-1...
- Page 60 Starting the online manual ... 4-2 Storage of consumables and printer accessories ... 2-7 Switching the printer on/off ... 2-15 System requirements ... 3-1 Technical specification 500-sheet paper feed tray ... 5-3 Interface connections and cables ... 5-4 Network card ... 5-4 PagePro 4100E printer ...
- Page 61 Connecting the power cable ...2-14 Switching the printer on and off...2-15 Printing a configuration page ...2-16 Connecting the printer to a computer (parallel port) ...2-17 Connecting the printer to a computer (USB port) ...2-18 Installing the printer driver System requirements...3-1 Notes on installing the printer driver ...3-1...
- Page 62 Information on installation using Plug-and-Play ... 3-2 Information on installation using the Add Printer Wizard... 3-2 Information on installing a network printer... 3-2 Installing the USB device driver... 3-3 CD-ROM installation for Win95, Win98 or WinNT4.0 ... 3-7 Installation for Windows 3.1x ... 3-9 Uninstalling the Windows printer driver ...
- Page 63 Program Licence Agreement ...5-10 Notice to the User ...5-10 Licence Agreement ...5-10 Term...5-10 Limited Warranty ...5-10 Severability...5-11 GOVERNMENT END USERS ...5-11 Index...5-12...
- Page 65 Connecting the printer ...2-18 Consumables, storing ...2-7 Customer information ...5-6 Warranty ...5-6 External printer parts ...2-3 Installation using Add Printer Wizard ...3-2 installation using Plug-and Play ...3-2 Interface connections ...5-4 Laser caution label ...1-5 Laser printer connecting to computer ...2-17 setting up ...2-7...
- Page 66 Notes on the online manual ... 4-1 Overview of printer ... 2-3 Optional printer parts ... 2-5 Printer control panel ... 2-6 PagePro 4100E printer, technical specification ... 5-2 Paper output tray ... 2-13 Paper sizes, feasible ...2-11 Paper specifications ...2-11 Parallel printer port ...
- Page 67 Starting the online manual ...4-2 Storage of consumables and printer accessories ...2-7 Switching the printer on/off ...2-15 System requirements ...3-1 Technical specification 500-sheet paper feed tray ...5-3 Interface connections and cables ...5-4 Network card ...5-4 PagePro 4100E printer ...5-2 SIMM memory module ...5-4 Uninstalling the printer driver ...3-10...
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