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Xerox AltaLink C81 Series User Manual

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Version 2.5
September 2021
702P08691
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Xerox
AltaLink
C81XX Series
Color Multifunction Printer
User Guide

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  • Page 1 Version 2.5 September 2021 702P08691 ® ® Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer User Guide...
  • Page 2 © 2021 Xerox Corporation. All rights reserved. Unpublished rights reserved under the copyright laws of the United States. Contents of this publication may not be reproduced in any form without permission of Xerox Corporation. Copyright protection claimed includes all forms of matters of copyrightable materials and information now allowed by statutory or judicial law or hereinafter granted, including without limitation, material generated from the software programs which are displayed on the screen such as styles, templates, icons, screen displays, looks, and so on.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Authorization........................42 Personalization ........................ 42 Accounting ........................43 Logging In ........................43 Apps, Features, and Functions ....................44 Introduction to Apps......................44 Touchless Workflows ......................44 Adaptive Learning......................44 Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 4 Certificates for the Embedded Web Server ............... 50 Downloading the Configuration Report from the Embedded Web Server ......50 Using the Remote Control Panel Feature ................51 Using Xerox Workplace Cloud to Manage your Device ............ 52 ® Installation and Setup ......................53 Installation and Setup Overview ..................
  • Page 5 App Gallery Overview.................... 88 ® Creating a Xerox® App Gallery Account................88 Logging in to your Xerox® App Gallery Account............... 89 Installing or Updating an App from the Xerox® App Gallery ..........89 Device ........................... 91 Device Overview....................... 91 About ..........................92 Information Pages ......................
  • Page 6 Printing From a USB Flash Drive..................161 Printing from Saved Jobs....................162 Printing from a Mailbox ....................162 @PrintByXerox ........................163 @PrintByXerox Overview ....................163 Printing with the @PrintByXerox App................163 Xerox Connect for XMPie....................164 ® Xerox Connect for XMPie App Overview................ 164 ®...
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Selecting Paper Options for Printing ................182 Printing on Both Sides of the Paper ................183 Xerox Black and White ....................184 Print Quality........................184 Image Options....................... 184 Printing Multiple Pages to a Single Sheet ............... 185 Printing Booklets......................
  • Page 8 Document Prints from Wrong Tray ................. 298 Printer is Making Unusual Noises ................... 298 Automatic 2-Sided Printing Problems ................299 Date and Time Are Incorrect..................299 Scanner Errors........................ 299 Wireless Adapter Problems..................... 300 Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 9 Configuration with Integrated Office Finisher ..............378 Configuration with High Capacity Feeder ............... 379 Configuration with Office Finisher with Booklet Maker ........... 380 Configuration with High Capacity Feeder and Office Finisher with Booklet Maker ..........................381 Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...
  • Page 10 Printing Resolution......................386 Print Speed ........................386 Environmental, Health, and Safety Contact Information ............387 B Regulatory Information...................... 389 Basic Regulations......................... 390 United States FCC Regulations..................390 Xerox AltaLink B8100 and C8100 Series Printers............390 ® ® Canada.......................... 390 Certifications in Europe....................391 Eurasian Economic Community Certification ..............
  • Page 11 Table of Contents D Product Symbols ........................411 Product Symbols ........................412 E Apps Features ........................417 Apps Features ........................418 Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 12 Table of Contents Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...

  • Page 13: Safety

    • Environmental, Health, and Safety Contact Information............. 21 Your printer and the recommended supplies have been designed and tested to meet strict safety requirements. Attention to the following information ensures the continued safe operation of your Xerox printer. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...

  • Page 14: Notices And Safety

    These ® include safety agency evaluation and certification, and compliance with electromagnetic regulations and established environmental standards. The safety and environment testing and performance of this product have been verified using Xerox ® materials only. Note: Unauthorized alterations, which can include the addition of new functions or connection of external devices, can affect the product certification.

  • Page 15: Electrical Safety

    P P o o w w e e r r C C o o r r d d S S a a f f e e t t y y I I n n f f o o r r m m a a t t i i o o n n Before operating your printer, read the following instructions carefully. For details, contact your Xerox representative.
  • Page 16 E E m m e e r r g g e e n n c c y y P P o o w w e e r r O O f f f f If any of the following conditions occur, power off the printer immediately and disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet. Contact an authorized Xerox service representative to correct the problem if: •...
  • Page 17 T T e e l l e e p p h h o o n n e e L L i i n n e e C C o o r r d d To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 American Wire Gauge (AWG) or larger WARNING: telecommunication line cord. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...

  • Page 18: Operational Safety

    Ozone is heavier than air and is not produced in amounts large enough to harm anyone. Install the printer in a well-ventilated room. For more information in the United States and Canada, go to www.xerox.com/environment. In other markets, please contact your local Xerox representative or go to www.xerox.com/environment_europe.
  • Page 19 Use of non-Xerox supplies is not recommended. The Xerox Warranty or Service Caution: Agreement do not cover damage, malfunction, or degradation of performance caused by use of non-Xerox supplies, or the use of Xerox supplies not specified for this printer. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...

  • Page 20: Maintenance Safety

    Do not attempt any maintenance procedure that is not specifically described in the documentation supplied with your printer. • Clean the device with a dry lint-free cloth only. • Do not burn any consumables or routine maintenance items. For information on Xerox supplies ®...

  • Page 21: Environmental, Health, And Safety Contact Information

    Safety Environmental, Health, and Safety Contact Information For more information on Environment, Health, and Safety in relation to this Xerox product and supplies, contact: • United States and Canada: 1-800-ASK-XEROX (1-800-275-9376) • Europe: EHS-Europe@xerox.com For product safety information in the United States and Canada, go to www.xerox.com/environment.
  • Page 22 Safety Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...

  • Page 23: Getting Started

    • The Embedded Web Server ......................48 • Installation and Setup ....................... 53 • Connecting the Printer ....................... 55 • Initial Printer Setup........................62 • Installing the Software....................... 64 • More Information ........................68 Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...

  • Page 24: Parts Of The Printer

    4. Near Field Communication (NFC) Area 11. Tray 5: Bypass Tray 5. Center Output Tray 12. Smart Proximity Sensor 6. Center Bottom Tray 13. Left Tray 7. Main Power Switch behind the front door Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 25 2. Left Cover 7. Lint Free Cloth Compartment 3. Top Cover 8. Second-Side Scanning Lens Assembly 4. Document Guides 9. Constant Velocity Transport (CVT) Glass 5. Document Feeder Tray Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 26 • Paper with paper clips or staples attached • Paper with wrinkles, curls, folds, tears, or notches • Coated or carbonless paper or items other than paper, such as cloth or metal • Envelopes • Books Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...
  • Page 27 6. 2nd Bias Transfer Roll 2. Main Power Switch 7. Fuser Assembly 3. Waste Container 8. Transfer Belt Cleaner 4. Waste Toner Transport Assembly 9. Drum Cartridges 5. Waste Toner Transport Release Switch Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 28 1. Tray 5 - Bypass Tray 5. Rear Right Cover 2. Door B 6. USB Port, Type B 3. Leveler Foot 7. USB Port, Type A 4. Circuit Breaker 8. Ethernet Port Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 29 Power/Wake Button This button serves several power-related functions: • When the printer is powered off, pressing this button powers on the printer. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 30 • Blinks amber to indicate a more serious system or hardware error. For most errors, an error message appears on the control panel. Some errors can require support from your local Xerox ® service representative. Notification Area Notifications appear above the Apps area.
  • Page 31 Note: Sometimes this option is hidden from view. For details, see the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox. com/office/ALC81XXdocs. Reset Use the Reset button to reset all the apps to the default settings. C C o o n n f f i i g g u u r r a a t t i i o o n n s s a a n n d d O O p p t t i i o o n n s s 1.
  • Page 32 I I n n t t e e g g r r a a t t e e d d O O f f f f i i c c e e F F i i n n i i s s h h e e r r 1. Finisher Tray 4. Staple Cartridge 2. Finisher Tray Extension 5. Finisher Front Cover 3. Integrated Office Finisher 6. Finisher Top Cover Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 33 9. Office Finisher 4. Booklet Maker Staple Cartridge (optional) 10. Hole Punch Waste Container (optional) 5. Finisher Top Cover 11. Hole Punch Unit (optional) 6. Creaser Unit (optional) 12. Center Tray Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 34 6. Booklet Staple Unit 2. Center Tray 7. Booklet Maker Tray 3. Right Top Tray 8. Booklet Maker Unit 4. Right Middle Tray 9. Finisher Front Cover 5. Staple Cartridge Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 35 B B u u s s i i n n e e s s s s R R e e a a d d y y F F i i n n i i s s h h e e r r w w i i t t h h O O p p t t i i o o n n a a l l T T r r i i - - F F o o l l d d M M o o d d u u l l e e 1. Folder Front Cover 3. Folder Bin 2. Folder Bin Release Button Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 36 To configure the paper size confirmation prompt, refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. C C o o n n f f i i g g u u r r i i n n g g T T r r a a y y s s 3 3 a a n n d d 4 4 o o f f t t h h e e T T a a n n d d e e m m T T r r a a y y M M o o d d u u l l e e Trays 3 and 4 in the Tandem Tray Module are high-capacity paper trays.
  • Page 37 2. Open the side gate. Remove the screw that holds the spacer plate at the back of the tray, then lift the spacer plate out of the tray. Repeat the procedure for the spacer plate at the front of the tray. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 38 6. At the control panel, select the correct type and color. 7. To confirm the settings, touch Confirm. For information about loading paper in Tray 6, refer to Loading Paper in Tray Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...

  • Page 39: Power Options

    To configure the Smart Proximity Sensor, refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. P P o o w w e e r r i i n n g g O O n n t t h h e e P P r r i i n n t t e e r r , , o o r r E E x x i i t t i i n n g g S S l l e e e e p p M M o o d d e e The printer has two power switches.
  • Page 40 • If Auto Power Off is enabled, the printer powers off automatically after the specified conditions are met. To enable Auto Power Off mode, contact your System Administrator. For details, refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. Do not plug or unplug the power cord while the printer is powered on.

  • Page 41: Accessing The Printer

    QR Codes, use an identification card, or type a user name and password. • Xerox Secure Access - Unified ID System: This option enables authentication for the Xerox Secure Access Unified ID System. Users present a pre-programmed identification card to a card reader at the control panel.

  • Page 42: Authorization

    Getting Started www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. A A u u t t h h o o r r i i z z a a t t i i o o n n Authorization is the function of specifying the features that users are allowed to access, and the process of approving or disapproving access.

  • Page 43: Accounting

    L L o o g g g g i i n n g g I I n n a a t t t t h h e e C C o o n n t t r r o o l l P P a a n n e e l l Note: • Before logging in for the first time at the Xerox device control panel, log in to the Embedded Web Server, then update your password. For details, refer to...

  • Page 44: Apps, Features, And Functions

    I I n n t t r r o o d d u u c c t t i i o o n n t t o o A A p p p p s s Xerox Apps are a gateway to the features and functions of your device. Standard Apps are installed already on the device and appear on the Home screen.
  • Page 45 For more information about personalized workflow suggestions, refer to Personalize. Note: The Adaptive Learning personalization feature is available to logged-in users only. For detailed instructions on how to configure Adaptive Learning, refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...

  • Page 46: Information Pages

    2. Touch Device > Information Pages. 3. To print an information page, touch the needed page, then touch Print. The printer prints the selected information page. 4. To return to the Home screen, press the Home button. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 47 2. Touch Device > Information Pages. 3. Touch Basic Configuration Report or Detailed Configuration Report, then touch Print. The printer prints the chosen configuration report. 4. To return to the Home screen, press the Home button. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...

  • Page 48: The Embedded Web Server

    3. Touch Basic Configuration Report or Detailed Configuration Report, then touch Print. The printer prints the chosen configuration report. The IP address appears in the Common User Data section of the configuration report. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 49 For detailed instructions on how to use the Embedded Web Server to configure printer settings, refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. L L o o g g g g i i n n g g I I n n U U s s i i n n g g t t h h e e E E m m b b e e d d d d e e d d W W e e b b S S e e r r v v e e r r To access certain features, tools, and apps, log in to the Embedded Web Server for your device.
  • Page 50 Xerox device. Note: • The Embedded Web Server page for your Xerox device can display an error message that the security certificate is not trusted. This configuration does not lessen the security of the communications between your computer and the Xerox device.
  • Page 51 Note: To access the Remote Control Panel, first enable the feature. For details, contact your system administrator or refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ ALC81XXdocs. To access the Remote Control Panel feature: 1. At your computer, open a Web browser. In the address field, type the IP address of the printer, then press Enter or Return.
  • Page 52 Single Sign-on (SSO) authentication is provided allowing you to access all of your SSO- enabled apps without having to perform any additional login steps. Xerox Workplace Cloud is easy to set up and use, and because it is hosted in the cloud, Xerox ® manage all updates and patches.

  • Page 53: Installation And Setup

    U U p p d d a a t t i i n n g g t t h h e e P P r r i i n n t t e e r r S S y y s s t t e e m m S S o o f f t t w w a a r r e e Before installing print driver, verify that the printer has the latest version of system software loaded. When Xerox releases a new version of printer system software or firmware, you can update your Xerox...
  • Page 54 Getting Started device. To ensure a successful software update, follow the steps provided with the software files. Printer system software is downloaded from www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXsupport. Before you download and install new software, determine the current software version installed on your device. Print a configuration report to compare the system software version with the version available for download.

  • Page 55: Connecting The Printer

    Before you connect the printer to a computer using a USB cable, ensure that the printer USB Type B port is set to Printer Port. For details, contact your system administrator or refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. Note: The printer USB Type B port is set to SW Tools by default.
  • Page 56 W W i i r r e e l l e e s s s s N N e e t t w w o o r r k k A A d d a a p p t t e e r r The Xerox ®...
  • Page 57 Wireless Network Adapter kit for your device. For more information, contact your Xerox representative. • For more information about installing the wireless network adapter, refer to the Xerox ® Wireless Network Adapter Kit Hardware Install and Setup instructions that are included with the kit.
  • Page 58 A message appears on the mobile device. 6. Select Connect. When the connection is made, a message appears on the printer. 7. At the printer control panel, touch OK. The job prints. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...
  • Page 59 NFC supports Android 4.4 or greater devices. Installing the Xerox Print Service Plugin 1. On your mobile device, go to the Google Play Store, then search for Xerox Print Service Plugin. 2. Install the Xerox Print Service Plugin app. 3. Go to Settings, then touch Printing.
  • Page 60 System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. Mapping the Printer to your Mobile Device 1. Open the Xerox Print Service Plugin. 2. At the top right side of the screen, touch the selection button, then select Add Printer. 3. Touch the NFC option.
  • Page 61 For information about AirPrint configuration settings, refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. Alternatively, use a desktop computer to access the Embedded Web Server for your device, then click the Help link that appears at the bottom of each page. For...

  • Page 62: Initial Printer Setup

    For more information on configuring the printer settings at the control panel or using the Embedded Web Server, refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. C C o o n n f f i i g g u u r r a a t t i i o o n n W W a a t t c c h h d d o o g g Configuration Watchdog is a security feature that monitors feature settings to ensure that the device stays in the appropriate configuration throughout day-to-day operations.
  • Page 63 Getting Started System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...

  • Page 64: Installing The Software

    Embedded Web Server. To configure printing settings, contact your System Administrator or refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. O O p p e e r r a a t t i i n n g g S S y y s s t t e e m m R R e e q q u u i i r r e e m m e e n n t t s s •...
  • Page 65 I I n n s s t t a a l l l l i i n n g g t t h h e e W W i i n n d d o o w w s s P P r r i i n n t t D D r r i i v v e e r r . . z z i i p p F F i i l l e e You can download print drivers from Xerox.com in a .zip file, then use the Windows Add Printer Wizard to install the print drivers on your computer.
  • Page 66 I I n n s s t t a a l l l l i i n n g g t t h h e e D D r r i i v v e e r r s s a a n n d d U U t t i i l l i i t t i i e e s s f f o o r r M M a a c c O O S S 1. Download the latest print driver from www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXsupport.
  • Page 67 (mDNS), or for an LPD, LPR connection, connect ® using the IP address of your printer. For a non-network printer, create a desktop USB connection. For more information, go to the Online Support Assistant at: www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXsupport. Adding the Printer Using Bonjour To add the printer using Bonjour ®...

  • Page 68: More Information

    L L o o c c a a t t i i n n g g t t h h e e S S e e r r i i a a l l N N u u m m b b e e r r When you order supplies or contact Xerox for assistance, you need the serial number of your device.
  • Page 69 1. At the printer control panel, press the Home button. 2. Touch Device. 3. Touch About. The model, serial number, and software version is displayed. 4. To return to the Home screen, press the Home button. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...
  • Page 70 Getting Started Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 71 • Personalization by the User ......................73 • Personalization from Adaptive Learning ..................79 • 1–Touch Apps ..........................82 • Creating Personalized Touchless Workflows ................85 • Removing All Personalizations ....................86 Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...

  • Page 72: Personalize Overview

    • Configure and save the default settings For details, contact your system administrator, or refer to the System Administrator Guide at www. xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. Note: Personalization settings configured by individual users override any equivalent Customization settings configured by the system administrator.

  • Page 73: Personalization By The User

    D D e e l l e e t t i i n n g g a a n n A A p p p p f f r r o o m m t t h h e e H H o o m m e e S S c c r r e e e e n n To delete an app from the Home screen for the logged-in user: Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 74 • Originals Detected: This feature sets the default app to launch when original documents are loaded in the automatic document feeder. The setting applies when the device control panel Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 75 The app personalization options enable you to modify the features available, save app default settings, or remove personalized settings applied to an app. You can personalize the Copy, ID Card Copy, Email, Fax, and Scan To apps for your device. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 76 Done. 3. Touch the app required. 4. Select the job settings that you want to save as the default settings. 5. Scroll to the bottom of the feature list, then touch Personalize. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 77 Done. 3. Touch the app required. 4. Scroll to the bottom of the feature list, then touch Personalize. 5. Touch Remove App Personalization. 6. At the prompt, touch Remove. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...
  • Page 78 3. Touch Log In, then touch Personalize Language. 4. To change the language, touch the language required. 5. To change the keyboard layout, touch Keyboard Layout, then touch the option required. 6. Touch Done. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...

  • Page 79: Personalization From Adaptive Learning

    1. After job submission, if a repeated or complex job is identified, the suggestion screen appears. From the suggestion screen, touch Create 1–Touch App. 2. To enter a name, touch the Enter 1–Touch App Name entry field, then use the alphanumeric keypad. Touch Next. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 80 • To show a feature, for the required feature, touch the Eye icon. To signify that a feature is visible, the Eye icon appears with no line across it. • To reorder the menu features, touch and drag the features into the appropriate order. 6. Touch Done. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 81 • Language:: Use this option to receive a suggestion to change the language when a different language is selected. 5. Touch OK. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...

  • Page 82: 1-Touch Apps

    For information about configuring public 1–Touch Apps, refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. C C r r e e a a t t i i n n g g a a P P r r i i v v a a t t e e 1 1 – – T T o o u u c c h h A A p p p p To create a private 1-Touch App for the logged-in user: 1.
  • Page 83 1. At the printer control panel, press the Home button. 2. Touch Log In. Type the user name using the keypad, then touch Next. Type the password using the keypad, then touch Done. 3. Touch Personalize. 4. Touch Personalize Home. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...
  • Page 84 5. If editing is enabled, edit the feature settings as required. If editing is restricted, to create a new 1-Touch, select Save As New 1–Touch, then edit the new 1-Touch App. 6. Touch Start. 7. To return to the Home screen, press the Home button. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...

  • Page 85: Creating Personalized Touchless Workflows

    For information about creating and using 1-Touch Apps, refer to 1–Touch Apps. For instructions on personalizing app default settings, refer to Personalizing the Apps. For information about setting the Entry Screen Defaults, refer to Personalizing Entry Screen Defaults. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...

  • Page 86: Removing All Personalizations

    4. Touch Remove All Personalizations. The Remove Home Personalization option removes personalization from the Home Caution: screen, and other personalized device settings. 5. At the prompt, touch Remove All. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...

  • Page 87: Xerox® Apps

    Embedded Web Server. For details about displaying, configuring, and customizing the Apps, refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. A range of Apps is available for download and installation from the Xerox ® App Gallery. These apps include Xerox Extensible Interface Platform (EIP) Apps.

  • Page 88: Xerox® App Gallery

    ® network connection. Note: If your device is configured to access the Internet through a proxy, to allow the Xerox ® App Gallery App to access the Internet, ensure that the proxy is configured correctly. For more information and instructions on using the Xerox ®...
  • Page 89 5. 8. To complete the account creation process, verify your account: a. Access the inbox for the email address provided in step 5, then open the Welcome to Xerox ® App Gallery email.
  • Page 90 Xerox® Apps 1. At the printer control panel, press the Home button. 2. Touch Xerox App Gallery, then select Log In. 3. To enter your email address, use the touch screen keypad. 4. To enter your password, use the touch screen keypad.

  • Page 91: Device

    Xerox® Apps Device D D e e v v i i c c e e O O v v e e r r v v i i e e w w The Device App gives you access to information about your printer, including the serial number and model.

  • Page 92: Remote Services

    Remote Services Use the Remote Services option to send error and usage information to the Xerox support team. Note: Your System Administrator is required to enable this feature using the Embedded Web Server.
  • Page 93 Xerox® Apps Description Name Getting Started The Getting Started guide provides an overview of the key features of the printer. Troubleshooting Print Quality Page The Troubleshooting Print Quality Page provides a list of common print-quality problems and tips to help solve them.
  • Page 94 R R e e m m o o t t e e S S e e r r v v i i c c e e s s You can use the Remote Services option to send error and usage information to the Xerox support team to help them resolve problems quickly.

  • Page 95: Jobs

    For more information about Imaging Security, contact your system administrator, or refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. I I n n t t e e r r r r u u p p t t i i n n g g P P r r i i n n t t i i n n g g 1.
  • Page 96 Xerox® Apps P P a a u u s s i i n n g g o o r r D D e e l l e e t t i i n n g g a a P P r r i i n n t t J J o o b b 1.
  • Page 97 For Windows, click Printer Properties. Depending on your application, the title of the button can vary. • For Macintosh, in the Print window, in the print options list, click Xerox Features. 3. For Job Type, select Saved Job. a. Type a job name or select a name from the list.
  • Page 98 • For Windows, click Printer Properties. Depending on your application, the title of the button varies. • For Macintosh, in the Print window, click Preview, then select Xerox Features. 3. For Job Type, select Secure Print. 4. Type the passcode, confirm the passcode, then click OK.
  • Page 99 • For Windows, click Printer Properties. Depending on your application, the title of the button varies. • For Macintosh, in the Print window, click Preview, then select Xerox Features. 3. For Job Type, select Sample Set. 4. Select any other required printing options.
  • Page 100 Xerox® Apps M M a a n n a a g g i i n n g g J J o o b b s s u u s s i i n n g g t t h h e e E E m m b b e e d d d d e e d d W W e e b b S S e e r r v v e e r r In the Embedded Web Server Active Jobs list, you can view a list of active jobs and delete print jobs.
  • Page 101 Xerox® Apps 8. As needed, select job options. • 2-Sided Printing • Collate • Orientation • Staple • Folding • Output Destination Note: The available options vary by device. 9. If Accounting is enabled, enter your User ID and Account ID.

  • Page 102: Copy

    For more information about Imaging Security, contact your system administrator, or refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. M M a a k k i i n n g g a a C C o o p p y y...
  • Page 103 Xerox® Apps 1. Load your original documents. • For single pages or paper that cannot be fed using the duplex automatic document feeder, use the document glass. Lift the duplex automatic document feeder, then place the original document face down in the upper-left corner of the document glass.
  • Page 104 Xerox® Apps 3. Touch Copy. Note: When the Color Preset Screen setting is enabled, a color preset screen appears each time you access the Copy App. At the Make All My Copies screen, select a color printing option for your copy jobs.
  • Page 105 Xerox® Apps effects. For example, you can adjust colors for brightness or coolness. Adjusting the saturation makes the image colors more vivid or pastel. Note: When the Color Preset Screen setting is enabled, a color preset screen appears each time you access the Copy App.
  • Page 106 Xerox® Apps Adding color effects 1. At the printer control panel, press the Home button. 2. Touch Copy. 3. Touch Color Presets. Note: This feature is not available when Output Color is set to Black and White. 4. On the Color Presets screen, touch the required preset color effect. The sample images show how the colors are adjusted.
  • Page 107 Xerox® Apps 1. At the printer control panel, press the Home button. 2. Touch Copy. 3. Touch Original Size. 4. Select an option. • Auto Detect: This option allows the printer to determine the size of the original document. • Preset Scan Area: This option specifies the area to scan when it matches a standard paper size.
  • Page 108 Xerox® Apps B B o o o o k k C C o o p p y y i i n n g g You can use the Book Copying feature to copy books, magazines, or other bound documents. You can use this feature to copy images for different results.
  • Page 109 Xerox® Apps 5. To change the Original Input, Paper Supply or finishing options, touch More, then select an option. • To scan 1 or 2-sided originals, touch Original Input, then select an option. • To change the paper source for the booklet, touch Paper Supply, then select an option.
  • Page 110 Xerox® Apps A A d d d d i i n n g g I I n n s s e e r r t t s s You can insert blank pages or pre-printed sheets in specific locations in your copy job. To do this, you specify the tray that contains the inserts.
  • Page 111 Xerox® Apps 7. To set other pages, repeat the previous steps. 8. Touch X. The options that you selected appear on the Special Pages screen. 9. To edit or delete a special-page entry, touch the entry in the list. From the menu, touch the required option.
  • Page 112 Xerox® Apps A A d d d d i i n n g g A A n n n n o o t t a a t t i i o o n n s s You can automatically add annotations such as page numbers and the date to your copies.
  • Page 113 Xerox® Apps c. Touch On, then touch the date format that you wish to use. d. Touch Apply To, then select an option. e. To position the date in the header or footer, touch an arrow. The sample page shows the location of the date.
  • Page 114 Xerox® Apps 5. To enter a specific number of rows and columns, touch Specify Rows & Columns. Touch the Rows or Columns field. To enter the number of rows and columns, use the numeric keypad, or touch the arrows. To rotate the paper, select the check box for Rotate Background.
  • Page 115 Xerox® Apps P P r r i i n n t t i i n n g g a a S S a a m m p p l l e e J J o o b b Sample Job allows you to print a test copy of a job to inspect before printing multiple copies. This feature is useful for complex or high-volume jobs.
  • Page 116 Xerox® Apps 4. Touch the saved setting required. Note: To delete a saved setting, touch the setting, then touch Delete Settings. Touch Delete to confirm. 5. Touch OK. The saved settings are loaded for the current copy job. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...

  • Page 117: Id Card Copy

    Xerox® Apps ID Card Copy I I D D C C a a r r d d C C o o p p y y O O v v e e r r v v i i e e w w You can use the ID Card Copy App to copy both sides of an ID card or small document onto one side of paper.

  • Page 118: Email

    For more information about Imaging Security, contact your system administrator, or refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. S S e e n n d d i i n n g g a a S S c c a a n n n n e e d d I I m m a a g g e e i i n n a a n n E E m m a a i i l l...
  • Page 119 Xerox® Apps 1. Load your original documents. • For single pages or paper that cannot be fed using the duplex automatic document feeder, use the document glass. Lift the duplex automatic document feeder, then place the original document face down in the upper-left corner of the document glass.
  • Page 120 Xerox® Apps 3. Touch Email. 4. To clear previous app settings, touch Reset. 5. Enter recipients. • If the entry screen appears, to enter a recipient, touch an option, or touch X. • To select a contact or group from the Address Book, touch Device Address Book. Touch Favorites or Contacts, then select a recipient.
  • Page 121 Xerox® Apps 11. To return to the Home screen, press the Home button. P P r r e e v v i i e e w w i i n n g g J J o o b b s s Use the Preview option to view and verify scanned images.
  • Page 122 Xerox® Apps A A d d d d i i n n g g o o r r E E d d i i t t i i n n g g C C o o n n t t a a c c t t s s i i n n t t h h e e D D e e v v i i c c e e A A d d d d r r e e s s s s B B o o o o k k f f r r o o m m t t h h e e C C o o n n t t r r o o l l P P a a n n e e l l You can set up the Device Address Book using the Embedded Web Server.

  • Page 123: Workflow Scanning

    Note: The system administrator must set up this feature before you can use it. For details, refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. The Workflow Scanning App enables you to scan documents using pre-defined settings to a range of file destinations quickly and easily.
  • Page 124 For more information about Imaging Security, contact your system administrator, or refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. U U s s i i n n g g W W o o r r k k f f l l o o w w S S c c a a n n n n i i n n g g...
  • Page 125 Xerox® Apps 1. Load your original documents. • For single pages or paper that cannot be fed using the duplex automatic document feeder, use the document glass. Lift the duplex automatic document feeder, then place the original document face down in the upper-left corner of the document glass.
  • Page 126 • In the Workflow Scanning App, for a selected workflow, you can add more file destinations from the predefined list. For details, refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. 8. Adjust the workflow scanning settings as needed. • To save the scanned document as a specific file name, touch the attachment file name, enter a new name, then touch OK.
  • Page 127 The system administrator configures the file repositories available as predefined scanned file destinations. At least one repository must be set up for the Workflow Scanning feature to be available. For details, refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. Note: On the Pick a Workflow screen, the DEFAULT workflow is associated with the default file repository.
  • Page 128 Xerox® Apps b. For Protocol, select an option, then enter the destination address. • For IP Address, enter the IP Address: Port number. • For Host Name, enter the Host Name: Port number. c. Enter the name of the destination folder as needed. In SMB, the destination folder is the shared folder.
  • Page 129 Xerox® Apps 3. Under Shared Folders, click the Plus icon ( +). Browse to the folder that you want to share on the network, then click Add. 4. To modify access rights for your folder, select the folder. The groups activate.
  • Page 130 Xerox® Apps 6. Adjust the workflow scanning settings as needed. • To save the scanned document as a specific file name, touch the attachment file name, enter a new name, then touch OK. • To save the scanned document as a specific file format, touch the attachment file format, then select the required format.
  • Page 131 Note: If the Display section does not appear, Scan to Mailbox is not enabled. For details, refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. 4. In the Scan to Mailbox section, click Create Folder. 5. Click the Folder Name: field, then type a name for the folder.
  • Page 132 Xerox® Apps Retrieving Scan Files from a Mailbox Folder You can use the Embedded Web Server to retrieve scan files from a mailbox folder and copy the files to your computer. To retrieve your scan files: 1. At your computer, open a Web browser, in the address field, type the IP address of the printer, then press Enter or Return.
  • Page 133 Xerox® Apps 2. To log in to the printer, touch Log In, then log in with your network credentials. 3. At the printer control panel, press the Home button. 4. Touch Workflow Scanning. 5. From the Pick a Workflow screen, touch the Home workflow.
  • Page 134 You can use the Embedded Web Server to design the app, associate it with a workflow, and assign user rights. For details about creating Single-Touch Apps for workflow scanning destinations, refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...

  • Page 135: Scan To

    If a security mark is detected on your job, a message appears on the control panel to indicate the action taken. For more information about Imaging Security, contact your system administrator, or refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. Xerox...
  • Page 136 Note: For details about using the Address Book and managing and creating Favorites, refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. 6. To add another Scan To destination, touch Add Destination, then select the required destination. 7. To save the scanned document as a specific filename, touch the attachment filename, then enter a new name using the touch screen keypad.
  • Page 137 Xerox® Apps 9. Adjust scanning options as needed. • To change the email subject line, touch Subject. Enter a new subject line using the touch screen keypad, then touch Enter. • To change the email body message, touch Message. Enter a new message, then touch OK.
  • Page 138 Before scanning to a logged in user, ensure that LDAP user authentication is configured. For details, refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. The Scan To App produces scans in .jpg, .pdf, .pdf (a), .xps, and .tif file formats.
  • Page 139 To enable this option, on the Feature Installation page, provide a Scan to Cloud Licensing feature installation key. To purchase a Scan to Cloud Licensing feature installation key for your device, contact your Xerox representative. For more information on configuring the Scan To Remote Destination feature, refer to the System Administrator Guide.

  • Page 140: Adding A Scan To Destination To An Address Book Entry

    Xerox® Apps 7. To save the scanned document as a specific file name, touch the file name. Enter a new name using the touch screen keypad, then touch Enter. 8. To save the scanned document as a specific file format, touch the file format, then select the required format.
  • Page 141 Note: For information on configuring SMB folders, refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. • To scan to a folder associated with a contact in the address book, touch Device Address Book. Select the required contact, then touch the Scan To location.
  • Page 142 Xerox® Apps P P r r e e v v i i e e w w i i n n g g J J o o b b s s Use the Preview option to view and verify scanned images.
  • Page 143 Xerox® Apps A A d d d d i i n n g g a a S S c c a a n n T T o o D D e e s s t t i i n n a a t t i i o o n n t t o o a a n n A A d d d d r r e e s s s s B B o o o o k k E E n n t t r r y y You can create Address Book contacts using the Embedded Web Server.

  • Page 144: Fax

    Xerox® Apps F F a a x x O O v v e e r r v v i i e e w w When you send a fax from the printer control panel, the document is scanned and transmitted to a fax machine, using a dedicated telephone line. You can use the Fax App to fax documents to a fax number, an individual contact, or to a group of contacts.
  • Page 145 Xerox® Apps 1. Load your original documents. • For single pages or paper that cannot be fed using the duplex automatic document feeder, use the document glass. Lift the duplex automatic document feeder, then place the original document face down in the upper-left corner of the document glass.

  • Page 146: Sending A Fax

    24 hours. Note: Before you use this feature, ensure that the printer is set to the current time. For details, refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. To specify the time to send your fax: 1. Load your original documents.
  • Page 147 Xerox® Apps 5. Touch Delay send, then set the time to send the fax. • To set the hour, touch the Hour field, then use the numeric keypad, or touch the arrows. • To set the minutes, touch the Minute field, then use the numeric keypad, or touch the arrows.
  • Page 148 Xerox® Apps 1. At the printer control panel, press the Home button. 2. Touch Jobs, then from the list, touch the secure fax job required. 3. Touch Print, then enter the passcode. 4. Touch Release All Fax Jobs. All secure faxes print.
  • Page 149 Xerox® Apps 6. Touch Enter a Fax Number. To enter the fax number for the remote device, use the keypad. Touch OK. 7. Touch the + button. The fax number is added to the access list. 8. Continue to enter fax numbers for all remote devices that require access to the secure documents.
  • Page 150 Storing a Fax in a Local Mailbox The system administrator must create a mailbox before you can use this feature. For details, refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. To store a fax in a local mailbox: 1. Load your original documents.
  • Page 151 Xerox® Apps Storing a Fax in a Remote Mailbox To store a fax in a remote mailbox: 1. Load your original documents. 2. At the printer control panel, press the Home button, then touch Fax. 3. If the entry screen appears, touch Mailboxes, or touch Add Recipient, then touch Mailboxes.
  • Page 152 Xerox® Apps 1. Load your original documents. 2. At the printer control panel, press the Home button. 3. Touch Fax. 4. To clear previous App settings, touch Reset. 5. Touch Manual Entry. To type the fax number, use the touch screen keypad.
  • Page 153 File > Print or press CMD+P. 2. Select the required printer. 3. In the Print window, in the print options list, click Xerox Features. 4. From the Paper/Output window, click Job Type, then click Fax. 5. To add a recipient, in the Fax window, click the Recipients tab, then click the Add Recipient icon.

  • Page 154: Server Fax

    Xerox® Apps Server Fax S S e e r r v v e e r r F F a a x x O O v v e e r r v v i i e e w w Server Fax allows you to send a fax over a network to a fax server. The fax server then sends the fax to a fax machine over a phone line.
  • Page 155 Xerox® Apps 1. Load your original documents. • For single pages or paper that cannot be fed using the duplex automatic document feeder, use the document glass. Lift the duplex automatic document feeder, then place the original document face down in the upper-left corner of the document glass.

  • Page 156: Server Fax Overview

    Xerox® Apps 5. Enter recipients. • If the entry screen appears, touch an option, or touch X. • To select a contact or group from the Device Address Book, touch Device Address Book, then select a recipient. • To enter the fax number manually, touch Manual Entry. In the Enter Fax Number field, enter the fax number, then touch Add.
  • Page 157 Xerox® Apps 7. Touch OK. 8. Touch Send. The fax is scanned and saved, then sent at the time you specified. 9. To return to the Home screen, press the Home button. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...

  • Page 158: Internet Fax

    For more information about Imaging Security, contact your system administrator, or refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. S S e e n n d d i i n n g g a a S S c c a a n n n n e e d d I I m m a a g g e e i i n n a a n n I I n n t t e e r r n n e e t t F F a a x x...
  • Page 159 Xerox® Apps 1. Load your original documents. • For single pages or paper that cannot be fed using the duplex automatic document feeder, use the document glass. Lift the duplex automatic document feeder, then place the original document face down in the upper-left corner of the document glass.
  • Page 160 Xerox® Apps 5. Enter recipients: • If the entry screen appears, to enter a recipient, touch an option, or touch X. • To select a contact from the Address Book, touch Device Address Book. Select a recipient, then touch OK.

  • Page 161: Print From

    For more information about Imaging Security, contact your system administrator, or refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. P P r r i i n n t t i i n n g g F F r r o o m m a a U U S S B B F F l l a a s s h h D D r r i i v v e e You can print single or multiple files stored on a USB Flash drive.
  • Page 162 Xerox® Apps 5. To remove files from the printing list: • To remove a single file, touch the file, then select Remove. To confirm removal, touch Remove. • To remove all the files, touch a file, then select Remove All. To confirm removal, touch Remove All.

  • Page 163: Printbyxerox

    You can use the Xerox @PrintByXerox App to print email attachments and documents ® sent to your printer from mobile devices. When your Xerox device is connected to the Internet, the @PrintByXerox App works with Xerox Workplace Cloud for simple email-based printing. ®...

  • Page 164: Xerox ® Connect For Xmpie

    To configure the Connect for XMPie App on your printer, contact your system administrator, or refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. To use the Connect for XMPie App from the Home screen, touch Connect for XMPie, The main screen displays Featured Products and Product Categories.

  • Page 165: Printing

    • Printing Overview ........................166 • Selecting Printing Options ......................167 • Print Jobs ..........................177 • Printing Features ........................182 • Using Custom Paper Sizes ......................194 • Print From ..........................197 Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...

  • Page 166: Printing Overview

    4. Select your printer. 5. To access the print driver settings, for Windows, select Printer Properties, Print Options, or Preferences. For Macintosh, select Xerox Features. The name of the option can vary depending on your application. 6. Modify the print driver settings as necessary, then click OK.

  • Page 167: Selecting Printing Options

    Printing Selecting Printing Options Printing options, also called print driver software options, are specified as Printing preferences in Windows and Xerox Features in Macintosh. Printing options include settings for 2-sided printing, ® page layout, and print quality. Printing options that you set from Printing preferences within the Devices and Printers window become the default setting.
  • Page 168 Not all options listed are supported on all printers. Some options apply only to a specific printer model, configuration, operating system, or print driver type. To select finishing options in the PostScript and PCL print drivers: 1. In the print driver, click the Printing Options tab. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 169 If the device and finisher operate at the same speed, the Conditional Finisher Offset setting is ignored. For more information about the Conditional Finisher Offset setting, refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ ALC81XXdocs. 4. To send the job to the printer, click OK, then click Print.
  • Page 170 To use specific printing options, change the settings before sending the job to the printer. 1. With the document open in your application, click File > Print. 2. Select your printer. 3. In the Print window, in the print options list, click Xerox Features. Note: To see all printing options, click Show Details.
  • Page 171 S S e e l l e e c c t t i i n n g g F F i i n n i i s s h h i i n n g g O O p p t t i i o o n n s s f f o o r r M M a a c c i i n n t t o o s s h h If your printer has a finisher installed, select finishing options in the Xerox ®...
  • Page 172 U U N N I I X X , , L L i i n n u u x x , , a a n n d d A A S S / / 4 4 0 0 0 0 P P r r i i n n t t i i n n g g To provide printer spooling and network print server functionality, UNIX-based printing uses LPD/LPR port 515 or lp to port 9100. Xerox printers can communicate using either protocol. X X e e r r o o x x P P r r i i n n t t e e r r M M a a n n a a g g e e r r ®...
  • Page 173 ® for CUPS (Common UNIX Printing System). 2. Copy the PPD file into the CUPS ppd/Xerox folder on your workstation. If you are unsure of the location of the folder, use the Find command to locate the PPD files. 3. Follow the instructions that are included with the PPD file.
  • Page 174 A A S S / / 4 4 0 0 0 0 Xerox provides Work Station Customization Object (WSCO) files to support IBM i V6R1 or later. A Work Station Customization Object is a lookup table that the host print transform (HPT) uses to translate AS/400 commands to the equivalent PCL code that is specific to a particular printer.
  • Page 175 AirPrint with ® ® ® Xerox AltaLink Multifunction Printers User Guide. ® ® P P r r i i n n t t i i n n g g w w i i t t h h U U n n i i v v e e r r s s a a l l P P r r i i n n t t...
  • Page 176 You can obtain a free download of the software from the Google Play Store. • To connect the printer to Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Direct, purchase and install the Xerox Wireless Network Adapter. For more information, refer to the Xerox Dual Band Wireless Kit ®...

  • Page 177: Print Jobs

    For more information about Imaging Security, contact your system administrator, or refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. M M a a n n a a g g i i n n g g J J o o b b s s From the control panel Jobs menu, you can view lists of active jobs, secure jobs, or completed jobs.
  • Page 178 For Windows, click Printer Properties. Depending on your application, the title of the button can vary. • For Macintosh, in the Print window, in the print options list, click Xerox Features. 3. For Job Type, select Saved Job. a. Type a job name or select a name from the list.
  • Page 179 • For Windows, click Printer Properties. Depending on your application, the title of the button varies. • For Macintosh, in the Print window, click Preview, then select Xerox Features. 3. For Job Type, select Secure Print. 4. Type the passcode, confirm the passcode, then click OK.
  • Page 180 • For Windows, click Printer Properties. Depending on your application, the title of the button varies. • For Macintosh, in the Print window, click Preview, then select Xerox Features. 3. For Job Type, select Sample Set. 4. Select any other required printing options.
  • Page 181 • To print the remaining copies of the job, touch Release. • To delete the remaining copies of the job, touch Delete. 5. To return to the Home screen, press the Home button. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...

  • Page 182: Printing Features

    • To locate paper options in Windows, in the print driver, click the Printing Options tab. • To locate paper options on Macintosh, in the Print window, in the print options list, click Xerox Features. Within Xerox Features, in the options list, click Paper/Output.
  • Page 183 Note: 2–Sided Printing is part of the Earth Smart settings. To change your default print driver settings, refer to Selecting Printing Options. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 184 • To locate color options in Windows, in the print driver, click the Image Options tab. • To locate color options on Macintosh, in the Print window, in the print options list, click Xerox Features. Within Xerox Features, in the options list, click Color Options.
  • Page 185 • To locate Pages Per Sheet in Windows, on the Document Options tab, click Page Layout. • To locate Pages Per Sheet on Macintosh, in the Print window, in the print options list, click Layout. To print a border around each page, select Page Borders. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 186 • To locate booklet creation in Windows, on the Document Options tab, click Page Layout. • To locate booklet creation on Macintosh, in the Print window, in the print options list, click Xerox Features. Within Xerox Features, in the options list, click Booklet Layout.
  • Page 187 2-sided on regular paper. You can use exception pages to print the job. In the Exceptions window, you can set the location, characteristics, and paper settings for the exception pages: Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 188 4. For a date or time stamp, click Add Time Stamp. Specify the date and time option, select the required settings, then click OK. 5. To add a picture annotation, click Add Picture. To locate the picture, click the Browse icon. Select the required settings, then click OK. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 189 2. Click the Watermark tab. 3. From the Watermark menu, select the watermark. You can choose from preset watermarks, or create a customized watermark. You can also manage watermarks from this menu. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 190 • Portrait: Orients the paper so that the text and images print across the short dimension of the paper. • Landscape: Orients the paper so that the text and images print across the long dimension of the paper. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 191 P P r r i i n n t t i i n n g g M M i i r r r r o o r r I I m m a a g g e e s s If the PostScript driver is installed, you can print pages as a mirror image. Images mirror left to right when printed. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 192 Printer properties. • For Windows 10, click the icon for your printer, then click Manage > Printer properties. 3. In the Printer Properties dialog box, click the Administration tab. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 193 • Manually Encrypt Documents: This option allows you to set encryption for specific jobs that you send to the printer. Note: Manually Encrypt Documents is the default printer setting. 5. Click Apply. 6. To save the settings, click OK. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...

  • Page 194: Using Custom Paper Sizes

    2. Select the printer, then click Print server properties. 3. On the Forms tab, for Create a new form, click the check box. 4. For Form name, type a name for the new paper size. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 195 Before you print on custom-size paper, define the custom width and length of the paper in the print driver software and on the printer control panel. For more information, refer to Defining Custom Paper Sizes. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 196 1. Load the custom-size paper. For details, refer to Loading Paper. 2. In the application, click File > Print. 3. From the Paper Size list, select the custom paper size. 4. Click Print. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...

  • Page 197: Print From

    If the Print from USB feature does not appear, enable the feature, or contact your system administrator. For details, refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox. com/office/ALC81XXdocs. 3. To select a file for printing, browse to the file, then touch the check box. If multiple files require printing, browse to each file, then select the check box for each file.
  • Page 198 Note: If Mailboxes does not appear, enable the feature or contact the system administrator. For details, refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/ office/ALC81XXdocs. 3. Touch the name of the document that you want to print. 4. Select the options for paper supply, quantity, 2-sided printing, and finishing.
  • Page 199 5. If accounting is enabled, enter your User ID and account information. 6. Click Submit Job. Note: To ensure that the job was sent to the queue, wait for the job submission confirmation message to appear before you close this page. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...
  • Page 200 Printing Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 201 This chapter contains: • Paper and Media Overview....................... 202 • Supported Paper ........................203 • Configuring Paper Tray Settings ....................212 • Loading Paper.......................... 216 • Printing on Special Paper......................226 Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...

  • Page 202: Paper And Media Overview

    • Tray 6 - High Capacity Feeder Labels inside each tray show the correct orientation for loading certain types of media. The MAX label shows the maximum fill line for the tray. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...

  • Page 203: Supported Paper

    For best results, use Xerox paper and media recommended for your printer. R R e e c c o o m m m m e e n n d d e e d d M M e e d d i i a a A list of paper and media recommended for your printer is available at: •...
  • Page 204 Paper and Media • Plastic media The Xerox Warranty or Service Agreement does not cover damage caused by using Caution: unsupported paper or specialty media. For more information, contact your local Xerox representative. P P a a p p e e r r S S t t o o r r a a g g e e G G u u i i d d e e l l i i n n e e s s Storing your paper and other media properly contributes to optimum print quality.
  • Page 205 Lightweight Cardstock 106–169 g/m² Lightweight Glossy Cardstock Cardstock 170–256 g/m² Glossy Cardstock Heavyweight Cardstock 257–300 g/m² Heavyweight Cardstock Reloaded Heavyweight Glossy Cardstock Heavyweight Glossy Cardstock Reloaded Custom Type 7 Transparencies Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 206 257–300 g/m² Heavyweight Cardstock Reloaded Heavyweight Glossy Cardstock Heavyweight Glossy Cardstock Reloaded Custom Type 7 Transparencies Envelopes 75–90 g/m² Envelope Tray Envelopes 75–90 g/m² Note: Pre-cut tabs are not supported. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 207 Trays 3 and 4 of the Tandem Tray A4 (210 x 297 mm, 8.3 x 11.7 in.) Letter (216 x 279 mm, 8.5 x 11 in.) Module Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 208 No. 6 3/4 Envelope (3.6 x 6.5 in.) No. 9 envelope (98 x 225 mm, 3.9 x 8.9 in.) No. 10 envelope (105 x 241 mm, 4.1 x 9.5 in.) Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 209 • Minimum size: 128 x 140 mm (5 x 5.5 in.) • Maximum size: 320 x 483 mm (12.6 x 19 in.) Paper weights from 60–300 g/m² are supported for 2-sided printing. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 210 Maximum: 320 x 483 mm (12.6 x 19 in.) Tray 5 - Bypass Tray, banner paper Minimum: 89 x 483 mm (3.5 x 19 in.) Maximum: 320 x 1321 mm (12.6 x 52 in.) Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 211 JIS B5 (182 x 257 mm, 7.2 x 10.1 in.) Executive (184 x 267 mm, 7.25 x 10.5 in.) Envelope Tray Minimum: 90 x 98 mm (3.5 x 3.9 in.) Maximum: 241 x 372 mm (9.5 x 14.6 in.) Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...

  • Page 212: Configuring Paper Tray Settings

    To configure the paper size confirmation prompt, refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. C C o o n n f f i i g g u u r r i i n n g g T T r r a a y y s s 3 3 a a n n d d 4 4 o o f f t t h h e e T T a a n n d d e e m m T T r r a a y y M M o o d d u u l l e e Trays 3 and 4 in the Tandem Tray Module are high-capacity paper trays.
  • Page 213 2. Open the side gate. Remove the screw that holds the spacer plate at the back of the tray, then lift the spacer plate out of the tray. Repeat the procedure for the spacer plate at the front of the tray. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 214 To configure the tray settings for Fully Adjustable or Dedicated mode, refer to Configuring Paper Tray Settings. To set the paper size, type, or color when a tray is set to Fully Adjustable: Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 215 • To select a new paper color, touch Color. 4. To confirm the settings, touch Confirm. To set the paper size, type, or color when a tray is set to Dedicated, refer to Configuring Dedicated Paper Trays. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...

  • Page 216: Loading Paper

    2. Remove any paper that is a different size or type. 3. To move out the length or width paper guides, pinch the guide locks, then slide out the length or width paper guides. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 217 • Insert letterhead and pre-printed paper face down with the top edge toward the left. • Load hole-punched paper with the holes to the back. Note: Use short-edge feed for custom-size paper and special media. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 218 In the custom position, the guides move in 1-mm (0.04 in.) increments. To move the paper guides from the standard to the custom paper-size position: Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 219 3. To move out the paper-length guide, pinch the guide lever and slide the guide outward. 4. To move out the paper-width guide, pinch the guide lever and slide the guide outward. 5. Load the custom-size paper in the tray. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 220 Note: To avoid paper jams and misfeeds, do not remove the packaging from the paper until you are ready to use it. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 221 L L o o a a d d i i n n g g P P a a p p e e r r i i n n t t h h e e B B y y p p a a s s s s T T r r a a y y The Bypass Tray supports the widest variety of media types. The tray is intended primarily for small- quantity jobs that use special media. To load paper in the Bypass Tray: Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 222 The procedure separates any sheets that are stuck together and reduces the possibility of jams. Note: To avoid jams and misfeeds, do not remove paper from its packaging until you are ready to use it. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 223 • Load hole-punched paper with the holes toward the rear. Note: Do not load paper above the maximum fill line. Overfilling can cause paper jams. 5. Adjust the width guides until they touch the edges of the paper. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 224 Note: To avoid paper jams and misfeeds, do not remove paper from the packaging until necessary. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...
  • Page 225 • If letterhead paper is loaded in the printer, for type, select Letterhead. • If pre-printed paper is loaded in the printer, for type, select Pre-printed. 8. To confirm the settings, touch Confirm. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...

  • Page 226: Envelopes

    Paper and Media Printing on Special Paper To order paper, transparencies, or other media, contact your local reseller or go to www.xerox.com/ office/supplies. For reference: www.xerox.com/rmlna : Recommended Media List (United States) www.xerox.com/rmleu : Recommended Media List (Europe) E E n n v v e e l l o o p p e e s s You can print envelopes from Tray 5.
  • Page 227 2. Move the width guides to the edges of the tray. Note: If you do not load envelopes in the Bypass Tray right after they are removed from the packaging, they can bulge. To avoid jams, flatten the envelopes. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 228 Rotate Image 180 Degrees. 4. At the control panel, select the correct paper size, type, and color. Ensure that the paper type is set to Envelope. 5. To confirm the settings, touch Confirm. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 229 3. Adjust the paper guides so that they rest lightly against the edges of the envelopes. Ensure that the maximum fill line is visible or that there are no more than 50 envelopes loaded in the tray. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...

  • Page 230: Labels

    • Rotate stock frequently. Long periods of storage in extreme conditions can cause labels to curl and jam in the printer. • In the print driver software, select Label as the paper type. • Before loading labels, remove all other paper from the tray. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 231 3. Remove any paper that is a different size or type. 4. To move out the length or width paper guide, release the guide lock, then slide out the length or width paper guide. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 232 For short-edge feed, insert labels face up with the top edge toward the right. Note: Do not load paper above the maximum fill line. Overfilling can cause paper jams. 6. Adjust the length and width paper guides to fit the labels. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 233 1. Open the Bypass Tray, then pull out the extension tray. Remove any paper that is a different size or type. 2. Move the width guides to the edges of the tray. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 234 L L o o a a d d i i n n g g B B a a n n n n e e r r P P a a p p e e r r U U s s i i n n g g t t h h e e L L o o n n g g S S h h e e e e t t F F e e e e d d E E x x t t e e n n s s i i o o n n You can use the optional Long Sheet Feed Extension to aid with loading banner paper into the Bypass Tray. To load banner paper using the Long Sheet Feed Extension: Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 235 6. At the control panel, select the correct paper size, type, and color. a. To define the paper size, touch Size, then touch Custom. In the Custom Paper Size window, enter the width and length of the banner paper, then touch OK. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...

  • Page 236: Transparencies

    T T r r a a n n s s p p a a r r e e n n c c i i e e s s Transparencies can be printed from trays 1–5. For best results, use only recommended Xerox ®...
  • Page 237 Paper and Media The Xerox Warranty or Service Agreement does not cover damage caused by using Caution: unsupported paper or specialty media. For more information, contact your local Xerox representative. G G u u i i d d e e l l i i n n e e s s f f o o r r P P r r i i n n t t i i n n g g o o n n T T r r a a n n s s p p a a r r e e n n c c i i e e s s •...
  • Page 238 Paper and Media Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 239 This chapter contains: • General Precautions ......................... 240 • Cleaning the Printer ......................... 241 • Supplies ........................... 251 • Managing the Printer ....................... 289 • Moving the Printer ........................290 Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...

  • Page 240: General Precautions

    • Do not touch the electrical contacts or gears. Doing so could damage the printer and cause the print quality to deteriorate. • Ensure that any parts removed during cleaning are replaced before you plug in the printer. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...

  • Page 241: Cleaning The Printer

    2. To remove fingerprints and smudges, clean the touch screen and control panel with a soft, lint- free cloth. Note: There is a lint-free cloth stored in a compartment on the document feeder. 3. To return the printer to Ready mode, press the Power/Wake button. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...
  • Page 242 To ensure optimum print quality, clean the document glass regularly. Cleaning helps avoid output with streaks, smears, and other marks that transfer from the glass while scanning documents. Note: For best results, use Xerox Glass Cleaner to remove marks and streaks. ®...
  • Page 243 2. While turning the rollers, wipe the rollers with a clean, lint-free cloth moistened with water. Note: There is a lint-free cloth stored in a compartment on the document feeder. Do not use alcohol or chemical cleaners on the document feed rollers. Caution: Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...
  • Page 244 It is recommended that you clean all parts of the second-side scanning lens assembly regularly. To clean the second-side scanning lens assembly: 1. To access the second-side scanning lens assembly, on the left side of the document cover, lower the lever. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...
  • Page 245 4. Return the document cover to the original position, and ensure that the lever is locked in place. If you touch the document cover, before you close the document feeder, clean the cover. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 246 Caution: 1. Open the front door of the printer. 2. Remove the waste toner transport unit: a. To unlock the waste toner transport unit, rotate the locking lever 45 degrees counterclockwise. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...
  • Page 247 Place the removed waste toner transport unit on a level surface, with the openings facing up. To avoid toner spills, do not lay the waste toner transport unit face down, or Caution: on its side. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 248 Repeat this action two more times. 5. Repeat step 4 for each printhead LED lens. 6. Return the cleaning rod to its original location. 7. To insert the waste toner transport unit: Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 249 Position the waste toner transport unit as shown. b. Press the waste toner transport unit toward the printer, until both ends click into place. c. To lock the waste toner transport unit, rotate the locking lever 45 degrees clockwise. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 250 Maintenance 8. Close the printer front door. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...

  • Page 251: Supplies

    ® controls by Xerox for specific use with this printer. R R o o u u t t i i n n e e M M a a i i n n t t e e n n a a n n c c e e I I t t e e m m s s Routine maintenance items are printer parts that have a limited life and require periodic replacement.
  • Page 252 Agreement do not cover damage, malfunction, or degradation of performance caused by use of non-Xerox supplies, or the use of Xerox supplies not specified for this printer. S S u u p p p p l l y y S S t t a a t t u u s s You can check the status and percentage of life remaining for your printer supplies at the control panel or from the Embedded Web Server.
  • Page 253 Electric sparks inside the vacuum cleaner can cause a fire or explosion. If you spill a large volume of toner, contact your local Xerox representative. Never throw a toner cartridge into an open flame. Remaining toner in the cartridge WARNING: can catch fire and cause burn injuries or an explosion.
  • Page 254 2. Firmly grip the cartridge handle, then pull the toner cartridge straight out of the printer. 3. Remove the new toner cartridge from the packaging. Tilt the cartridge up and down, then left and right 10 times. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 255 4. Hold the new toner cartridge with the arrow facing up, then push the cartridge in slowly until it stops. 5. Push gently on the toner cartridge to ensure that it is seated. 6. Close the printer front cover. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 256 Do not perform this procedure when the printer is copying or printing. Caution: 1. Open the front cover of the printer. 2. Remove the new waste container from the packaging. Retain the packaging. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 257 3. Pull the used waste container out slowly while supporting it with your other hand. 4. Place the used waste container in the plastic bag, then seal the bag firmly using the zipper. 5. Place the used waste container in the empty box. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 258 6. Hold the left side of the new waste container and slide it into the printer until it clicks. 7. Clean the printhead lenses. For details, refer to Cleaning the Printhead Lenses. 8. Close the printer front cover. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...
  • Page 259 Do not touch or scratch the surface of the drum. 1. Open the front cover of the printer. 2. Remove the waste toner transport unit: a. To unlock the waste toner transport unit, rotate the locking lever 45 degrees counterclockwise. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...
  • Page 260 Place the removed waste toner transport unit on a level surface, with the openings facing up. To avoid toner spills, do not lay the waste toner transport unit face down, or Caution: on its side. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 261 Place the used drum cartridge in the plastic bag, then place the bag in the box. Do not touch any toner that adheres to the drum cartridge. WARNING: 5. Remove the packing material from the end of the new drum cartridge. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 262 7. With the guides inserted in the slot, remove the black paper sheet. Remove the tape from the top of the cartridge shield. 8. Hold the shield, then use the orange handle to push the cartridge into the printer. 9. Continue to push the orange handle until it stops. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 263 10. Carefully remove the protective shield. 11. To lock the drum cartridge, turn the orange lever to the left. 12. To insert the waste toner transport unit: a. Position the waste toner transport unit as shown. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 264 To lock the waste toner transport unit, rotate the locking lever 45 degrees clockwise. 13. Close the printer front door. 14. Dispose of the protective shield and tape as normal office waste. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 265 Caution: 1. Open the front cover of the printer. 2. Remove the waste toner transport unit: a. To unlock the waste toner transport unit, rotate the locking lever 45 degrees counterclockwise. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...
  • Page 266 Place the removed waste toner transport unit on a level surface, with the openings facing up. To avoid toner spills, do not lay the waste toner transport unit face down, or Caution: on its side. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 267 Retain the packaging. Do not touch the surface of the transfer belt cleaner. This action can cause image Caution: quality to deteriorate. 5. Place the used transfer belt cleaner in the packaging. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...
  • Page 268 7. Push the belt cleaner until it clicks into place, then to lock the belt cleaner, turn the orange lever to the right. 8. To insert the waste toner transport unit: a. Position the waste toner transport unit as shown. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 269 Press the waste toner transport unit toward the printer, until both ends click into place. c. To lock the waste toner transport unit, rotate the locking lever 45 degrees clockwise. 9. Close the printer front cover. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 270 Do not touch the transfer belt. Touching the belt can reduce image quality or Caution: damage the transfer belt. Do not touch the transfer roller. Touching the roller can reduce image quality. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 271 5. Lift the used transfer roller out of the printer. Note: Do not touch any toner that adheres to the transfer roller. 6. Place the used transfer roller in the plastic bag. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 272 1. Remove the new fan filter from the packaging. Retain the packaging. 2. To remove the fan filter cover, press down on the R9 cover release tab, then lift the cover away from the printer. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 273 7. To confirm that you replaced the fan filter, when the confirmation message appears, touch Yes. Note: If the confirmation message does not appear, to generate the message, open, then close, the front door of the printer. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 274 2. To remove the staple cartridge, grasp the orange handle, then pull it firmly toward you. 3. Check inside the finisher for any loose staples and remove them. 4. Pinch both sides of the staple pack and remove the staple pack from the cartridge. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 275 R R e e p p l l a a c c i i n n g g S S t t a a p p l l e e s s i i n n t t h h e e O O f f f f i i c c e e F F i i n n i i s s h h e e r r Replacing Staples in the Main Stapler of the Office Finisher Do not perform this procedure when the printer is copying or printing. Caution: Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 276 2. Reach into the finisher cabinet and pull the stapler toward you until it stops. 3. Push the stapler assembly to the right, as shown. 4. To remove the staple cartridge, grasp the orange handle, then pull it firmly toward you. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 277 8. Close the finisher front door. Replacing Staples in the Booklet Maker of the Office Finisher Do not perform this procedure while the printer is printing. WARNING: Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...
  • Page 278 2. If the staple cartridges are not visible, grip the vertical panels at the left and right of the opening and slide the panels to the center. 3. Hold the tabs on both sides of the staple cartridge and pull the cartridge out of the finisher. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 279 Replacing Staples in the Main Stapler of the Business Ready Finisher Do not perform this procedure when the printer is copying or printing. Caution: 1. Open the front door of the Business Ready finisher. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 280 2. Grasp the stapler assembly lever R1, then move the lever to the right. 3. To remove the staple cartridge, grasp the orange handle, then pull it firmly toward you. 4. Pinch both sides of the staple pack and remove the staple pack from the cartridge. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 281 Replacing Staples in the Booklet Maker of the Business Ready Finisher Do not perform this procedure when the printer is copying or printing. Caution: 1. Open the front door of the Business Ready Finisher. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 282 4. Turn over the staple cartridge. 5. To remove the staple pack from the staple cartridge, press in the green tabs and pull back the handle, then lift out the staple pack. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 283 7. To close the staple cartridge, push back the cartridge handle until it clicks. 8. To return the staple cartridge to the booklet maker, insert the staple cartridge and push up on the cartridge handle as shown. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 284 E E m m p p t t y y i i n n g g t t h h e e H H o o l l e e P P u u n n c c h h W W a a s s t t e e C C o o n n t t a a i i n n e e r r A message appears on the control panel when the hole punch waste container is full. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 285 Do not perform this procedure when the printer is copying or printing. Caution: 1. Lift the finisher transport top cover, then open the front transport cover. 2. Pull out the hole-punch waste container. 3. Empty the container. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...
  • Page 286 F F i i n n i i s s h h e e r r Do not perform this procedure when the printer is copying or printing. Caution: 1. Open the front door of the Business Ready Finisher. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 287 R R e e c c y y c c l l i i n n g g S S u u p p p p l l i i e e s s For information on Xerox supplies recycling programs, go to www.xerox.com/gwa...
  • Page 288 1. At the printer control panel, press the Home button. 2. Touch the Log In button, enter the system administrator login information, then touch Done. For details, refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. 3. Touch Device > Tools > Device Settings > Supplies.

  • Page 289: Managing The Printer

    Services Upload feature to simplify the process. You can enable Remote Services to send billing meter readings to Xerox automatically so that you do not have to collect the readings manually. Refer to the System Administrator Guide for further information.

  • Page 290: Moving The Printer

    Failure to repackage the printer properly for shipment can result in damage not Caution: covered by the Xerox ® Warranty or Service Agreement. The Xerox ® Warranty or Service Agreement do not cover damage to the printer caused by improper moving.

  • Page 291: Troubleshooting

    This chapter contains: • General Troubleshooting ......................292 • Paper Jams ..........................301 • Print, Copy, and Scan Problems ....................347 • Fax Problems..........................356 • Getting Help ..........................359 Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...

  • Page 292: General Troubleshooting

    Wake button on the control panel. c. Close the front door. If restarting the printer does not resolve the issue, see the table in this chapter that best describes the problem. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...
  • Page 293 Plug the three-wire cord with grounding prong directly into a grounded AC outlet. Do Caution: not use a power strip. If necessary, contact a licensed electrician to install a properly grounded outlet. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 294 There is a printer error. If the Status LED is blinking amber, there is an error. To clear the error, follow the instructions on the control panel. If the error persists, contact your Xerox representative. The paper tray is empty.
  • Page 295 Basic Configuration Report. If the page prints, there could be a wireless or network connectivity issue. Contact your system administrator or refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/ office/ALC81XXdocs. Incorrect print driver. Check that you have the latest print driver installed. For details, go to www.xerox.com/office/...
  • Page 296 If the page prints at the rated speed of the printer, there could be a network or printer installation issue. For additional help, contact the system administrator. The job is complex. Wait. No action needed. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 297 Incorrect network settings. To reset network settings, contact your system administrator or refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. • Ensure that the printer is connected to the The way the printer was installed on the network network.
  • Page 298 There is an obstruction or debris inside the printer. Power off the printer and remove the obstruction or debris. If you cannot remove the obstruction, contact your Xerox service representative. ® The printer beeps at each touch on the control panel.
  • Page 299 Probable Causes Solutions Scanner is not communicating. Power off the printer, and check the scanner cable. Wait two minutes and power on the printer again. If the problem is not resolved, contact your Xerox ® service representative. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 300 Wireless Adapter, and ensure that the adapter is positioned away from walls or large metal objects. • Position the Wireless Adapter on the Xerox device in direct view of the wireless router or AP. • If applicable, consider upgrading the wireless...

  • Page 301: Paper Jams

    After the printer has cooled, try to remove the jammed paper. If the error on the control panel remains, contact your Xerox representative. Do not attempt to clear any paper jams using tools or instruments. This action can Caution: damage the printer permanently.
  • Page 302 M M i i n n i i m m i i z z i i n n g g P P a a p p e e r r J J a a m m s s The printer is designed to function with minimal paper jams using Xerox supported paper. Other paper types can cause jams.
  • Page 303 For detailed instructions on how to configure the Document Feeder Multi-feed Detection setting, refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. If the original documents continue to jam, then for more information about the causes of document...
  • Page 304 1. Lift the lever and open the document feeder top cover 2. If the original document is not caught in the entry to the document feeder, pull the document straight out in the direction shown. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 305 Close the document feeder top cover, then close the document feeder left cover. 4. Lift the document feeder, then remove the original document from the document glass. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 306 When removing jammed paper from the device, remove the paper in the direction it was feeding, and take care not to leave any remnants of paper in the device. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 307 4. If the paper is torn, remove the tray completely, then check inside the printer for torn pieces of paper. 5. Reload the tray with undamaged paper, then push the tray in until it stops. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 308 If a prompt does not appear, and you have changed the paper size, type, or color, update the Required Paper Policies. For details, refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXdocs. 7. To return to the Home screen, press the Home button.
  • Page 309 Tray 6 area. 1. Pull Tray 6 away from the side of the printer until the tray stops. 2. Remove any jammed paper from the side of the tray. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 310 4. Close the top cover, then push the tray back toward the printer, until it locks into position. 5. At the high capacity feeder, squeeze the handle, and pull out Tray 6 until it stops. 6. Remove the damaged paper from the tray. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 311 C C l l e e a a r r i i n n g g J J a a m m s s a a t t D D o o o o r r A A 1. Remove paper from the left tray, then close the tray. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 312 Do not touch the transfer belt. Touching the belt can reduce image quality or Caution: damage the transfer belt. Do not touch the transfer roller. Touching the roller can reduce image quality. 3. Remove the jammed paper. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...
  • Page 313 5. If paper is jammed in the fuser, remove the jammed paper from areas A1 and A2. a. To open the paper guide, pull handle A1 toward you. b. Remove any jammed paper in area A1. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 314 If the paper is torn, remove all torn pieces of jammed paper from the printer. f. To close the paper guide, push down handle A2, then push in the handle until the paper guide clicks into place. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 315 Toner can adhere to the transfer roller. The toner that does adhere to the transfer roller does not affect print quality. 7. To close door A, push up the door until it clicks into place. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 316 The paper tray is too full. Remove some of the paper. Do not load paper past fill line. The edges of the paper are not even. Remove the paper, align the edges, and then reload Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...
  • Page 317 • Try a new ream of paper. Too much static electricity is present. • Do not fan transparencies before loading in tray. Using unsupported paper. Use only Xerox approved paper. For details, refer to Supported Paper. Humidity is too high for coated paper.
  • Page 318 Remove the moist paper and replace it with new, dry paper. Using paper of the wrong size, thickness, or type. Use only Xerox approved paper. For details, refer to Supported Paper. L L a a b b e e l l a a n n d d E E n n v v e e l l o o p p e e M M i i s s f f e e e e d d s s...
  • Page 319 One of the printer doors is open. Check the doors on the printer. Close any door that is open. Note: Check for, and remove, torn pieces of paper in the paper path. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...
  • Page 320 C C l l e e a a r r i i n n g g J J a a m m s s i i n n t t h h e e I I n n t t e e g g r r a a t t e e d d O O f f f f i i c c e e F F i i n n i i s s h h e e r r 1. Open the finisher front door. 2. Carefully remove the jammed paper. Note: If the paper is torn, remove all torn pieces of jammed paper from the printer. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...
  • Page 321 C C l l e e a a r r i i n n g g J J a a m m s s i i n n t t h h e e O O f f f f i i c c e e F F i i n n i i s s h h e e r r Clearing Jams Under the Office Finisher Top Cover 1. Pull up the lever on the top cover, then open the top cover. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 322 1. To open the transport cover, lift the handle of the center tray straight up. 2. Remove the jammed paper. Note: If the paper is torn, remove all torn pieces of the jammed paper from the finisher. 3. Close the transport cover. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...
  • Page 323 1. If the paper is jammed at the exit to the center output tray, pull the paper in the direction shown. 2. Open, then close, the finisher transport cover. Clearing Jams in the Finisher Transport 1. Open the finisher transport cover. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 324 Clearing Jams at Area 3a in the Business Ready Finisher 1. If the jammed paper is visible at the output tray exit, pull out the jammed paper in the direction shown. 2. Open the front door of the Business Ready Finisher. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 325 4. Return handle 3a to the original position. 5. Close the front door of the Business Ready Finisher. Clearing Jams at Area 3c in the Business Ready Finisher 1. Open the front door of the Business Ready Finisher. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 326 • If the paper is inaccessible, or if the control panel prompts you, to release the jammed paper, rotate knob 3b in the direction shown. 4. Return lever 3c to the original position. 5. Close the front door of the Business Ready finisher. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 327 If the paper is torn, remove all torn pieces of the jammed paper from the finisher. 4. Return lever 3d to the original position, then close the front door of the Business Ready Finisher. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 328 2. Grasp the handle, then pull out the booklet maker until it stops. 3. Rotate knob 4 in either direction as shown, then carefully remove the paper. Note: If the paper is torn, remove all torn pieces of the jammed paper from the finisher. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 329 4. Return the booklet maker to its original position, then close the finisher door. Clearing Jams in the Booklet Tray 1. Open the front door of the Business Ready Finisher. 2. To release the jammed paper, rotate knob 4 in the direction shown. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 330 1. Open the front door of the tri-fold module. 2. Lift handle 2a, then carefully remove the jammed paper. Note: If the paper is torn, remove all torn pieces of paper from the folder. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 331 1. Open the front door of the tri-fold module. 2. Move lever 2b to the left, then remove the jammed paper. Note: If the paper is torn, remove all torn pieces of paper from the folder. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 332 1. Open the front door of the tri-fold module. 2. Open the folder tray, move lever 2e to the right, then carefully remove the paper. Note: If the paper is torn, remove all torn pieces of paper from the folder. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 333 1. Open the front door of the tri-fold module. 2. Open the folder tray, move lever 2f to the right, then carefully remove the paper. Note: If the paper is torn, remove all torn pieces of paper from the folder. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 334 1. Open the front door of the tri-fold module. 2. Open the folder tray, move lever 2g to the right, then carefully remove the paper. Note: If the paper is torn, remove all torn pieces of paper from the folder. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 335 1. Open the finisher front door. 2. To remove the staple cartridge, grasp the orange handle, then pull it firmly toward you. 3. Check inside the finisher for any loose staples, then remove the staples. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 336 The points of the jammed staples are sharp. Remove the jammed staples WARNING: carefully. 6. Grasp the staple cartridge handle, then insert the cartridge into the stapler until the cartridge clicks into position. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...
  • Page 337 Do not perform this procedure while the printer is printing. WARNING: 1. Open the finisher front door. 2. Pull the stapler assembly toward you until it stops. 3. Push the stapler assembly to the right, as shown. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...
  • Page 338 7. Remove the jammed staples, then push the clamp in the direction shown until the clamp clicks into the locked position. The points of the jammed staples are sharp. Remove the jammed staples WARNING: carefully. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...
  • Page 339 1. Open the finisher side cover. 2. If the staple cartridges are not visible, grip the vertical panels at the left and right of the opening and slide the panels to the center. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 340 The booklet maker uses two staple cartridges. Booklet stapling requires that both staple cartridges contain staples. 6. Repeat the procedure for the other staple cartridge. 7. Close the finisher side cover. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...
  • Page 341 1. Open the front door of the Business Ready Finisher. 2. Grasp the stapler assembly lever R1, then move the lever to the right. 3. To remove the staple cartridge, grasp the orange handle, then pull it firmly toward you. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 342 6. Grasp the staple cartridge by the orange handle, then insert the cartridge into the stapler assembly until the staple cartridge clicks into place. 7. Return the stapler assembly to the original position, then close the finisher door. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 343 3. To remove a staple cartridge from the booklet maker, push down on the staple cartridge handle, as shown, then pull the cartridge out and up. 4. Turn over the staple cartridge. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 344 If you cannot see the staple jam, open the staple cartridge clamp. 7. To open the staple cartridge clamp, pull the clamp firmly in the direction shown. The points of the jammed staples are sharp. Remove the jammed staples WARNING: carefully. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...
  • Page 345 9. To return the staple cartridge to the booklet maker, insert the staple cartridge, then push up on the cartridge handle as shown. 10. Return the booklet maker to the original position, then close the finisher door. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 346 If the printer stops printing and reports a hole-punch jam, empty the hole-punch waste container. For details, refer to Emptying the Hole Punch Waste Container. After emptying the hole-punch waste container, locate and remove any paper jams. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...

  • Page 347: Print, Copy, And Scan Problems

    For more information, go to www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXsupport. The Xerox Warranty or Service Agreement does not cover damage caused by using Caution: unsupported paper or specialty media. For more information, contact your local Xerox representative.
  • Page 348 P P a a p p e e r r a a n n d d M M e e d d i i a a Your printer is designed to use various paper and other media types. Follow the guidelines in this section for the best print quality and to avoid jams: • Use only Xerox approved paper. For details, refer to Supported Paper.
  • Page 349 C C o o l l o o r r C C o o r r r r e e c c t t i i o o n n s s a a n n d d C C o o l l o o r r A A d d j j u u s s t t m m e e n n t t s s For best printing results of mixed text, graphics, and images on a range of supported paper, set the Color Correction feature to Xerox Automatic Color. For instructions on setting the Color Correction feature, refer to Image Options.
  • Page 350 • For Windows Server 2008 and later, click Start > Settings > Printers. • For Windows 7, click Start > Devices and Printers. • For Windows 8, click Start > Control Panel > Devices and Printers. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 351 If you find a match on the Troubleshooting Print Quality Page, look in the Solutions column for the action to take to resolve the problem. If the problem persists, for online support information, go to www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXsupport. Performing the Print Calibration Procedure 1.
  • Page 352 Troubleshooting 2. Touch Device. 3. Touch Tools. 4. Touch Troubleshooting > Calibration > Print Calibration > Next. 5. Follow the onscreen instructions to run the Print Calibration procedure. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 353 3 To print procedures on resolving print-quality problems, at the control panel, press the Home button. Touch Device > Information Pages > Troubleshooting Print Quality Page > Print. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...
  • Page 354 C C o o p p y y a a n n d d S S c c a a n n P P r r o o b b l l e e m m s s Your printer is designed to produce consistently high-quality scans and copies. If you observe quality problems, use the information in this section to troubleshoot the problem. For more information, go to www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXsupport. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 355 Troubleshooting The Xerox Warranty or Service Agreement does not cover damage caused by using Caution: unsupported paper or specialty media. For more information, contact your local Xerox representative. C C o o p p y y a a n n d d S S c c a a n n P P r r o o b b l l e e m m s s a a n n d d S S o o l l u u t t i i o o n n s s...

  • Page 356: Fax Problems

    Fax was not transmitted. The fax number is wrong. Verify the fax number. The telephone line is connected Verify the telephone line incorrectly. connection. If the telephone line is disconnected, connect it. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 357 If the problem persists, for online support information, go to www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXsupport. P P r r o o b b l l e e m m s s R R e e c c e e i i v v i i n n g g F F a a x x e e s s...
  • Page 358 If the problem persists, for online support information, go to www.xerox.com/office/ALC81XXsupport. P P r r i i n n t t i i n n g g F F a a x x R R e e p p o o r r t t s s You can print the following fax reports from the printer control panel: •...

  • Page 359: Getting Help

    S S u u p p p p o o r r t t L L o o g g s s Use the Support Logs feature only if a Xerox service representative instructs you to do so. Log files are text files of recent device activity that are created and stored in the device in an encrypted format.
  • Page 360 7 days. After 7 days, the files are deleted. If more than three screenshots are taken, the older files are deleted. The Enhanced Logging feature enables the device to capture additional logs for specific functions or activities. A Xerox service representative can use the additional logs to investigate non-repeatable or intermittent device issues. Note: The device supports enhanced logging for a maximum of three features at a time.
  • Page 361 M M o o r r e e I I n n f f o o r r m m a a t t i i o o n n You can obtain more information about your printer from these sources: Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 362 L L o o c c a a t t i i n n g g t t h h e e S S e e r r i i a a l l N N u u m m b b e e r r When you order supplies or contact Xerox for assistance, you need the serial number of your device.
  • Page 363 Troubleshooting 3. Touch About. The model, serial number, and software version is displayed. 4. To return to the Home screen, press the Home button. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 364 Troubleshooting Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 365 • Physical Specifications ......................371 • Clearance Requirements......................377 • Environmental Specifications ....................384 • Electrical Specifications......................385 • Performance Specifications ...................... 386 • Environmental, Health, and Safety Contact Information............387 Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...

  • Page 366: Printer Configurations And Options

    • Two-Tray module (Trays 3–4) each with 520-sheet capacities • High Capacity Tandem Tray (Trays 3–4) with total 2000 A4 (210 x 297 mm) or Letter (8.5 x 11 in.) sheet capacity • 8-GByte DDR3 system memory for C8170, and 4-GByte DDR3 system memory for Xerox ® AltaLink ®...
  • Page 367 • Fax forward to Email or SMB software • EFI Fiery Network Server ™ ® • Xerox Secure Access Unified ID System • CAC and PIV Card Reader Enablement Kit • Xerox Network Accounting Enablement ® • Xerox Dual Band Wireless Kit ®...
  • Page 368 • RFID Card Reader Kit • SIPRNet Enablement Kit • Bluetooth Kit • Support for AirPrint with iBeacon ® • Software for Unicode print • Xerox Scan to PC Desktop Professional software ® ® Note: For AirPrint with iBeacon, the optional Bluetooth Kit is required.
  • Page 369 Top Right Tray: 98 52–300 g/m² Single-position and Finisher with sheets x 148–320 x 483 multiple-position Booklet Maker stapling: 50 sheets 3.85 x 5.8–12.6 x Hole Punch: 19 in. Optional 2–3, 2–4, Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 370 Supported Paper. Note: Sheet quantities for tray capacities and finishing options are based on 80 g/m². Quantities are reduced for heavier media and must be within the specified weight range. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...

  • Page 371: Physical Specifications

    *C8170: 79.3 cm (31.2 in.) • Height: – C8130 / C8135 / C8145 / C8155: 114.7 cm (45.1 in.) – *C8170: 117.3 cm (46.2 in.) • Weight: <160 Kg (353 lb.) Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 372 C C o o n n f f i i g g u u r r a a t t i i o o n n w w i i t t h h H H i i g g h h C C a a p p a a c c i i t t y y F F e e e e d d e e r r • Width: 109.6 cm (43.15 in.) • Depth: Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 373 *C8170: 79.3 cm (31.2 in.) • Height: – C8130 / C8135 / C8145 / C8155: 114.7 cm (45.1 in.) – *C8170: 117.3 cm (46.2 in.) • Weight: <187 Kg (412.3 lb.) Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 374 F F i i n n i i s s h h e e r r w w i i t t h h B B o o o o k k l l e e t t M M a a k k e e r r • Width: 168.3 cm (66.3 in) • Depth: – C8130 / C8135 / C8145 / C8155: 72.3 cm (28.5 in.) – *C8170: 79.3 cm (31.2 in.) Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 375 *C8170: 79.3 cm (31.2 in.) • Height: – C8130 / C8135 / C8145 / C8155: 114.7 cm (45.1 in.) – *C8170: 117.3 cm (46.2 in.) • Weight: <255.1 Kg (562.4 lb.) Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 376 *C8170: 79.3 cm (31.2 in.) • Height: – C8130 / C8135 / C8145 / C8155: 114.7 cm (45.1 in.) – *C8170: 117.3 cm (46.2 in.) • Weight: 286.1 Kg (630.7 lb.) Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...

  • Page 377: Clearance Requirements

    *C8170: 155.6 cm (61.2 in.) Clearance • Front: 40 cm (15.7 in.) • Rear: 10 cm (3.9 in.) • Left: 57.9 cm (22.8 in.) • Right: 10 cm (3.9 in.) Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 378 *C8170: 155.6 cm (61.2 in.) Clearance • Front: 40 cm (15.7 in.) • Rear: 10 cm (3.9 in.) • Left: 57.9 cm (22.8 in.) • Right: 21.8 cm (8.6 in.) Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 379 *C8170: 155.6 cm (61.2 in.) Clearance • Front: 40 cm (15.7 in.) • Rear: 10 cm (3.9 in.) • Left: 25 cm (9.8 in.) • Right: 10 cm (3.9 in.) Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 380 *C8170: 155.6 cm (61.2 in.) Clearance • Front: 40 cm (15.7 in.) • Rear: 10 cm (3.9 in.) • Left: 57.9 cm (22.8 in.) • Right: 5 cm (2 in.) Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 381 *C8170: 155.6 cm (61.2 in.) Clearance • Front: 40 cm (15.7 in.) • Rear: 10 cm (3.9 in.) • Left: 25 cm (9.8 in.) • Right: 5 cm (2 in.) Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 382 *C8170: 155.6 cm (61.2 in.) Clearance • Front: 40 cm (15.7 in.) • Rear: 10 cm (3.9 in.) • Left: 57.9 cm (22.8 in.) • Right: 8 cm (3.1 in.) Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 383 *C8170: 155.6 cm (61.2 in.) Clearance • Front: 40 cm (15.7 in.) • Rear: 10 cm (3.9 in.) • Left: 25 cm (9.8 in.) • Right: 8 cm (3.1 in.) Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...

  • Page 384: Environmental Specifications

    Operating: 15% to 85% (non-condensing) E E l l e e v v a a t t i i o o n n For optimum performance, use the printer at elevations below 2500 m (8200 ft.). Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...

  • Page 385: Electrical Specifications

    110–127 VAC +/-10% 50 Hz +/- 3 Hz 16 A 60 Hz +/- 3 Hz 220–240 VAC +/-10% 50 Hz +/- 3 Hz 10 A 60 Hz +/- 3 Hz Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...

  • Page 386: Performance Specifications

    P P r r i i n n t t S S p p e e e e d d Xerox reports speeds for continuous printing using long-edge feed on A4 (210 x 297 mm, 8.27 x 11.69 in.) or Letter (216 x 279 mm, 8.5 x 11 in.) Bond 60–105 g/m² (18–28 lb.) paper from any tray except for tray 5.

  • Page 387: Environmental, Health, And Safety Contact Information

    Specifications Environmental, Health, and Safety Contact Information For more information on Environment, Health, and Safety in relation to this Xerox product and supplies, contact: • United States and Canada: 1-800-ASK-XEROX (1-800-275-9376) • Europe: EHS-Europe@xerox.com For product safety information in the United States and Canada, go to www.xerox.com/environment.
  • Page 388 Specifications Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 389 Regulatory Information This appendix contains: • Basic Regulations ........................390 • Copy Regulations ........................395 • Fax Regulations........................398 • Material Safety Data Sheets ....................403 Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...

  • Page 390: Basic Regulations

    • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or TV technician for help. Changes or modifications to this equipment not approved by Xerox can void the authority of the user to operate this equipment. To ensure compliance with Part 15 and Part 18 of the FCC rules, use shielded WARNING: interface cables.
  • Page 391 C C e e r r t t i i f f i i c c a a t t i i o o n n s s i i n n E E u u r r o o p p e e The CE mark applied to this product symbolizes a declaration of conformity by Xerox with the following applicable Directives of the European Union as of the date indicated: •...
  • Page 392 45-ppm monochrome, the duplex function has been auto-enabled during the setup and driver installation. Some Xerox models below these speed bands can be enabled with 2-sided printing settings defaulted on at the time of installation. Continuous use of the duplex function reduces the environmental impact of your work.
  • Page 393 To change the Energy Saver mode settings, refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox. com/office/ALC81XXdocs. For further assistance, contact your System Administrator. To learn more about Xerox participation in sustainability initiatives, go to: www.xerox.com/ environment or www.xerox.com/environment_europe.
  • Page 394 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that can cause an undesired operation. Changes or modifications to this device not approved by the Xerox Corporation can void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. G G e e r r m m a a n n y y...

  • Page 395: Copy Regulations

    Further information of these provisions can be obtained from the Copyright Office, Library of Congress, Washington, D.C. 20559. Ask for Circular R21. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 396 • Marks, brands, seals, wrappers, or designs used by or on behalf of the Government of Canada or of a province, the government of a state other than Canada or a department, board, Commission, or Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 397 • Copyright material or trademarks without the consent of the owner • Postage stamps and other negotiable instruments This list is not inclusive and no liability is assumed for either its completeness or accuracy. In case of doubt, contact your legal counsel. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...

  • Page 398: Fax Regulations

    Ask your local Telephone Company for the modular jack type installed on your line. Caution: Connecting this printer to an unauthorized jack can damage the telephone company equipment. You, not Xerox, assume all responsibility and liability for any damage caused by the connection of this printer to an unauthorized jack. Xerox...
  • Page 399 Telephone Company can request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved. Only a Xerox Service Representative or an authorized Xerox Service provider is authorized to make repairs to the printer. The printer repair applies at any time during or after the service warranty period.
  • Page 400 Malta United Kingdom If you have problems with your product, contact your local Xerox representative. This product can be configured to be compatible with other country networks. Before reconnecting the device to a network in another country, contact your Xerox representative for assistance.
  • Page 401 5 seconds between the end of one call attempt and the beginning of the next call attempt. 9. For correct operation, the total RNs of all devices connected to a single line at any time should not exceed five. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...
  • Page 402 S S o o u u t t h h A A f f r r i i c c a a This modem must be used in conjunction with an approved surge-protection device. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...

  • Page 403: Material Safety Data Sheets

    Material Safety Data Sheets For Material Safety Data information regarding your printer, go to: • North America: www.xerox.com/msdsna • European Union: www.xerox.com/msds For the Customer Support Center phone numbers, go to www.xerox.com/office/worldcontacts. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...
  • Page 404 Regulatory Information Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 405 Recycling and Disposal This appendix contains: • All Countries..........................406 • North America ......................... 407 • European Union ........................408 • Other Countries........................410 Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...

  • Page 406: All Countries

    Recycling and Disposal All Countries If you are managing the disposal of your Xerox product, note that the printer may contain lead, mercury, perchlorate, and other materials whose disposal may be regulated due to environmental considerations. The presence of these materials is fully consistent with global regulations applicable at the time that the product was placed on the market.

  • Page 407: North America

    North America Xerox operates an equipment take-back and reuse or recycle program. Contact your Xerox representative at 1-800-ASK-XEROX to determine if your Xerox product is part of the program. For more information about Xerox environmental programs, visit www.xerox.com/environment, or for recycling and disposal information, contact your local authorities.

  • Page 408: European Union

    In accordance with European legislation, end of life electrical and electronic equipment subject to disposal must be managed within agreed procedures. Prior to disposal, please contact your local reseller or Xerox representative for end of life take-back information. Xerox...
  • Page 409 B B a a t t t t e e r r y y R R e e m m o o v v a a l l Batteries should only be replaced by a manufacturer-approved service facility. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ®...

  • Page 410: Other Countries

    Recycling and Disposal Other Countries Contact your local waste management authority to request disposal guidance. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 411 Product Symbols This appendix contains: • Product Symbols ........................412 Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 412 Do not touch the part or area of the printer. Do not expose the drum cartridges to direct sunlight. Do not burn the item. Do not burn the toner cartridges. Do not burn the drum cartridges. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...
  • Page 413 Before handling, wait for the time indicated. Standby Do not use paper attached with staples or any form of binding clip. Do not use folded, creased, curled, or wrinkled paper. Do not load or use inkjet paper. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ®...
  • Page 414 Do not use postcards. Do not use envelopes. Do not copy money. Add paper or media. Paper jam Lock Unlock Paper clip Cooling Elapsed time Supply paper 1-Sided original document Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 415 Load letterhead face up. Load letterhead face down. Load labels face down. USB: Universal Serial Bus LAN: Local Area Network Telephone Line Weight Services Home button This item can be recycled. Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 416 Product Symbols Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 417 Apps Features This appendix contains: • Apps Features .......................... 418 Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 418 Apps Features Apps Features Xerox AltaLink C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer ® ® User Guide...
  • Page 419 Work- flow Scan- ID Card Server Internet Description Copy ning Copy Feature Email Scan To Output Use Output Color to control • • • • • • Color the color rendering of the output image or print. 2-Sided You can use the 2-sided •...
  • Page 420 Work- flow Scan- ID Card Server Internet Description Copy ning Copy Feature Email Scan To Finishing If finishing options are • available, use this option to choose the finishing options required for your printed output. Reduce / You can reduce the image to •...
  • Page 421 Work- flow Scan- ID Card Server Internet Description Copy ning Copy Feature Email Scan To Lighten / Use the Lighten/Darken • • • • • • • • Darken slider to make the output image or print lighter or darker. Sharpness Use this option to sharpen •...
  • Page 422 Work- flow Scan- ID Card Server Internet Description Copy ning Copy Feature Email Scan To magenta, yellow, and black before you print your copy. Original You can use the Original • • • • • • Orienta- Orientation option to tion specify the layout of the original images that you...
  • Page 423 Work- flow Scan- ID Card Server Internet Description Copy ning Copy Feature Email Scan To Original To ensure that you scan the • • • • • • • Size correct area of the documents, specify the original document size. Book You can use the Book •...
  • Page 424 Work- flow Scan- ID Card Server Internet Description Copy ning Copy Feature Email Scan To program chapter start pages. Annota- You can add annotations, • tions such as page numbers and the date, to your copies. Booklet The Booklet Creation •...
  • Page 425 Work- flow Scan- ID Card Server Internet Description Copy ning Copy Feature Email Scan To Transpar- Use the Transparency • ency Separators option to add Separators blank sheets of paper between each printed transparency. Ensure that the size and orientation of the separators is the same as the transparencies.
  • Page 426 Work- flow Scan- ID Card Server Internet Description Copy ning Copy Feature Email Scan To with a name and retrieve the settings for later use. Retrieve You can retrieve and use any • Current previously saved copy Settings settings for current jobs. Quantity Use this option to enter the •...
  • Page 427 Work- flow Scan- ID Card Server Internet Description Copy ning Copy Feature Email Scan To Note: The system administrator can preset this option to populate automatically with your user account details. Reply To Use the Reply To option to • •...
  • Page 428 Work- flow Scan- ID Card Server Internet Description Copy ning Copy Feature Email Scan To transmitting over the network. File Use the File Format option • • • • Format to specify the format of the saved image or to define a searchable image.
  • Page 429 Work- flow Scan- ID Card Server Internet Description Copy ning Copy Feature Email Scan To Update Use Update Workflows to • Workflows refresh the list of workflows that appear at the control panel. Add File Use this option to choose •...
  • Page 430 Work- flow Scan- ID Card Server Internet Description Copy ning Copy Feature Email Scan To Starting Select the highest starting • Rate rate for transmitting the fax, unless the destination for the fax you are sending has special requirements. Forced (4800 bps) is the recommended setting for lines that can have...
  • Page 431 Work- flow Scan- ID Card Server Internet Description Copy ning Copy Feature Email Scan To Polling Fax Polling allows you to • store a fax document on the printer and make the document available for other fax machines to poll. You can retrieve faxes stored on other fax machines.
  • Page 432 Apps Features Xerox ® AltaLink ® C81XX Series Color Multifunction Printer User Guide...

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