Table of Contents Introduction Welcome to MINOLTA-QMS ...1-1 Working safely with your laser printer...1-3 Notes on your safety and operating safety...1-3 Laser safety...1-5 Internal laser radiation...1-5 CDRH regulations ...1-6 Laser safety label ...1-6 Laser caution label ...1-7 Ozone emission ...1-7 CE symbol (Declaration of Conformity)...1-8...
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Switching the printer on ... 2-16 Printing a configuration page ... 2-17 Connecting the printer to a computer (parallel port) ... 2-18 Connecting the printer to a computer (USB port) ... 2-19 Installing the USB device driver for Windows 98 or Windows Me 2-19 Installing the USB Device Driver for Windows 2000...
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Expansion memory module (option) ...6-4 Interfaces and cables...6-5 USB interface and cable ...6-5 Minolta-QMS's concern for environmental protection ...6-6 What does the energy star mean? ...6-6 Index...6-7 TOC-3...
Starting the Online User’s Manual Technical data Read this introduction carefully before using your printer for the first time, and always keep the Installation Guide within reach. You will find the full version of the Online User’s Manual for your MINOLTA-QMS laser printer in digital format on the Software and Documentation CD-ROM that is supplied with your printer.
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Trademarks Centronics is a registered trademark of Centronics, Inc. Microsoft, Windows and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. IBM is a registered trademark of the International Business Machines Corporation. Adobe, PostScript and the PostScript logo are trademarks of Adobe Systems, Inc.
Working safely with your laser printer Notes on your safety and operating safety Working improperly with the printer can result in health hazards and 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.
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Perform only the procedures that are described in this manual. Using the machine improperly can result in a fire or an electric shock. Do not place any heavy objects on the machine. Do not open any covers on the machine while printing is in progress. Do not switch off the unit while printing is in progress.
Introduction Laser safety This printer is equipped with a laser unit. If the printer is used in accordance with the instructions in the Online User’s Manual, the laser presents no danger. The radiation emitted is completely absorbed and attenuated by the case.
Using the controls, adjusting the printer or performing procedures other than specified in this manual may result in exposure to hazardous radiation. Use the printer only according to the instructions contained in this guide and in the Online User’s Manual. Introduction...
This is a semiconductor laser. The maximum power of the laser diode is 5 mW and the wavelength is 770–810 nm. Use the printer only according to the instructions contained in this Guide and in the Online User’s Manual. Ozone emission Small quantities of ozone escape during the printing process.
CE symbol (Declaration of Conformity) We hereby declare that we are responsible for ensuring that the printer and the options to which this declaration relates comply with the specifications given below. This declaration shall only apply to the area of the European Union (EU).
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Laser Beam Printer PagePro 4110W Paper feed tray 2 Paper feed tray 3 Duplex unit...
This device must be used with a shielded interface cable and shielded network (10BaseT/100baseTX)cable. The use of non-shielded cables is likely to result in interference with radio communications and is prohibited under FCC rules. The design and production of this unit conform to FCC regulations, and any changes or modifications must be registered with the FCC and are subject to FCC control.
Unpacking and setting up Unpacking the laser printer CAUTION Danger to children from packaging materials made of plastic After unpacking the printer, keep the packaging materials out of reach of children. Remove the printer parts and accessories from the box.
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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. Unpacking and setting up...
Unpacking and setting up Overview of printer External printer parts Description Release button for top cover Control panel Paper output tray (face down) Top Cover Paper guides Paper feed tray 1 (multipurpose tray) Description Power Switch (ON/OFF) Cover for paper feed tray 1...
Internal printer parts Description Fusing unit Paper guide Manual paper feed unit Unpacking and setting up Description Cover for paper feed tray 1 Image transfer roller Imaging cartridge...
Unpacking and setting up Optional printer parts Description Paper feed tray 2 (500-sheet cassette) Paper feed tray 3 (500-sheet cassette) Description Duplex Unit Network interface card...
Printer control panel The control panel has four indicators and one button. Description Fault (orange) Toner empty (orange) Paper empty (orange) Please refer to the Online User’s Manual for detailed information on the control panel. Unpacking and setting up Description...
(for example, curtains) away from objects which might obstruct the printer’s ventilation slits near to an easily accessible power socket The printer must be positioned in a way that it cannot be adversely affected by the following: splashing liquids...
Relative humidity of 15% to 85% (maximum variation of 20% per hour) 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.
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Unpacking and setting up Space required for the printer when equipped with options Dimension 40-1/ 2in . /1 030mm 46-1/2 in. * 33 in. / 840 mm 29-1/ 2in . /7 50mm 34-1/4 in * 6 in. / 150 mm...
Please note the following points: What should I watch out for when loading paper? To avoid paper misfeeds in the laser printer, please observe the following points: Do not use any paper with the following features: Paper that has already been used in a thermal or ink-jet printer.
Some types of envelopes crease easily when they are run through a printer. Test a type of envelope before purchasing large quantities. Which sizes of paper can I use? This printer is designed for use with the sizes of paper listed below. Paper size Standard sizes 210 ×...
What types of paper can I use? This printer is 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. / 60 to 90g/m...
Unpacking and setting up Setting up your laser printer Fitting the paper output tray and paper feed tray 1 Attach the paper output tray to the printer as shown. Slide the lower part of the paper feed tray into the printer.
Loading paper into paper feed tray 1 Paper feed tray 1 has a capacity of 250 sheets of plain papier. Remove the cover of paper feed tray 1. Using a large paper format? Then extend the paper support. Place the paper between the paper guides.
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%...
15 minutes, it automatically switches to POWER SAVE mode. If the printer receives a new print job while it is in Power Save mode, or if the top cover is opened, or if the control button is pressed, the printer automatically starts its warm-up phase.
Unpacking and setting up Printing a configuration page Print a configuration page in order to make sure that the printer is functioning properly. Make sure that correct media is placed in paper feed tray 1. Hold down the [CONTROL BUTTON] for more than 15 seconds until the “Toner empty”...
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 computer.
Unpacking and setting up Connecting the printer to a computer (USB port) When connecting the PagePro 4110W printer to your computer with a USB cable, you must first install the PagePro 4110W USB device driver before you install the printer driver. Note In the following procedures it is assumed that you are installing the PagePro 4110W USB device driver on your computer for the first time.
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The Add New Hardware Wizard dialogue will display. Install the USB device driver from the Software and Documentation CD-ROM by following the instructions on the screen. During the installation specify the location of the USB Driver on the Software and Documentation CD-ROM as follows: For Windows 98: “Drivers\Pp4110W\Win98\Gb\Gdi\Drv\usb”...
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Although you may proceed with this screen now to install the printer driver, we recommend that you exit this screen and install the printer driver later using the CD-ROM installer. Check that “Minolta/QMS PagePro 4110W” appears below Universal serial bus controller on the Device Manager tab of the System Properties dialogue.
Switch on your computer and start Windows 2000. Switch on the printer. Do not yet connect the USB cable. Check that Windows 2000 has finished loading and that the printer is ready. Insert the Software and Documentation CD-ROM supplied with your printer into your computer’s CD-ROM drive.
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Unpacking and setting up Install the USB device by following the instructions on the screen. During the installation specify the location of the USB Driver on the Software and Documentation CD-ROM as follows: “Drivers\Pp4110W\Win2000\ Gb\Gdi\Drv\usb.” Need more information? For detailed information on the installation settings please refer to the Online User’s Manual.
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Online User’s Manual. After the USB device driver is installed, a “greetings” screen appears. Although you may proceed with this screen to install the printer driver, we recommend to exit this and later proceed installing the printer driver using the CD-ROM installer.
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Unpacking and setting up After the Computer is restarted, open the Device Manager and check that “Minolta/QMS PagePro 4110W” appears below “Universal Serial Bus controllers.” Proceed with chapter 3, “Installing the Printer Driver.” 2-25...
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 or USB interface cable. Network printer (option): When the printer is integrated into a computer network.
The printer can be equipped with an optional network card if required. Contact your local vendor. 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...
What do I do when the Update Device Driver Wizard or Add new Hardware Wizard dialog appears: Click “Cancel” to close the dialog. Place the PagePro 4110W Software and Documentation CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer. The installation program starts automatically.
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Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation. During the installation a screen will appear where you may select the port. When you have installed the PagePro 4110W USB device driver, select [USB/PAGEPRO 4110 ]. For the parallel port, select [LPT 1].
Click on “Uninstall.” The deinstallation program starts automatically. Follow the subsequent instructions. The deinstallation of the printer driver is successfully completed once the Windows operating system has been restarted. Note The USB device driver is uninstalled automatically with the printer...
Starting the Online User’s Manual Starting the Online User’s Manual Notes on the Online User’s Manual The PagePro 4110W is supplied with an Online User’s Manual. This Online User’s Manual contains extensive information on the following topics, among others: Working with the printer driver.
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Start the Online User’s Manual as follows: Switch on the computer and start Windows 95, Windows98, Windows Me, Windows 2000, or Windows NT4.0. Place the PagePro 4110W Software and Documentation CD-RO into the CD-ROM drive of your computer. The installation window opens automatically.
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Starting the Online User’s Manual In the following window click on [LOOK AT MANUAL]. If Adobe Acrobat Reader has already been installed on your computer, the software is launched automatically to either view on-screen or print a hard copy. Adobe Acrobat Reader is not already installed on your computer? You need Adobe Acrobat Reader in order to access the Online User’s Manual.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Clearing a Paper Misfeed Outside the Printer Remove the misfed sheet of paper by pulling it in the direction indicated by the arrow. Tray 1 Face-down tray Manual feed tray...
CAUTION The fusing unit can become very hot! The fusing unit inside the printer can become very hot during operation. Do not touch the area to avoid injury. Do not touch the image transfer roller. Solving Print Quality Problems Remove the imaging cartridge and gently shake it a few times to distribute remaining toner.
Appendix Appendix Performance features Hardware In terms of hardware, the PagePro 4110W offers you the following: 1200 x 1200 dpi Up to 18 ppm (A4/Letter) High performance processor optimized for Windows Minolta QuickPage technology for fast Windows printing Parallel port...
Technical specification PagePro 4110W printer Technical specification Type Print system Exposure system Resolution Printing speed (single-sided) Printing speed (double-sided) Time to 1st page (single-sided) Time to 1st page (double-sided) Warm-up time Paper formats Paper/Media Paper sources Input capacities Output capacity...
Parity Access speed No. of pins Type of module * This printer supports 32 bit/100pin SDRAM DIMM which consists of 4 bit, 8 bit, or 16 bit SDRAM chips, in JEDEC standard, such as: Viking: H4143A(32MB), H3913(64MB) Golden RAM: C4143A...
USB interface and cable Technical specification Connections Type of cable Parallel cable Pin allocation Length of cable Printer: parallel 36-pin connection Computer: EIA 25-pin connection Shielded Signal and ground pairs must be twisted IEEE 1284, type B max. 10 feet / 3 meters...
This function can reduce your electrical costs by up to 60%. This laser printer fulfils the energy efficiency criteria for the Energy Star of the EPA (USA Environmental Protection Agency).
Cable specifications ...6-5 CDRH regulations ...1-6 Configuration page, printing out ...2-17 Consumables, storing ...2-7 External printer parts ...2-3 installation using Plug-and Play or Add Printer Wizard ...3-2 Interface connections ...6-5 Laser caution label ...1-7 Laser printer connecting to computer ...2-18 installing ...2-7...
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Notes on the online manual ... 4-1 Overview of printer ...2-3 Optional printer parts ... 2-5 Printer control panel ...2-6 PagePro 4110W printer, technical specification ... 6-2 Paper Misfeed ...5-1 Paper output tray ...2-13 Paper sizes, feasible ...2-11 Paper specifications ...2-11 Parallel printer port ...
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500-sheet paper feed tray ...6-3 Duplex unitDuplex unit ...6-4 expansion memory module ...6-4 Interface connections and cables ...6-5 Network card ...6-4 PagePro 4110W printer ...6-2 USB Interface and cable ...6-5 Uninstalling the printer driver ...3-5 Unpacking the laser printer ...2-1 USB Device Driver ...2-19 USB Interface and cable ...6-5...
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