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  • Page 1: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED GUIDE Elite Color 16 Series...
  • Page 2 GCC product manuals, software installation instructions, the most current printer drivers, FAQs, technology updates and a searchable database for technical questions are all located in the Support Central section of GCC’s web site. Support Central can be accessed directly at:...

  • Page 3: Installation Checklist

    Installation Checklist For proper installation, please complete each section in order: Step Check Package Contents Step Prepare Printer Location Step Remove Tape Step Install Drum Cartridge Step Install Toner Cartridges Step Load Paper Tray Step Connect Printer Cables Step Attach Power Cord Step Install Printing Software Step 10...

  • Page 4: Step 1. Check Package Contents

    Doing so could cause scratches on the image roller and affect print quality. Note: No printer cables are included with the printer. For information on ordering cables, contact GCC Direct Sales at 800 422-7777 (North America only; elsewhere consult the User’s Guide) or visit our web site...

  • Page 5: Step 2. Prepare Printer Location

    Step 2. Prepare Printer Location Select a location for the printer on a flat, level surface in a well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight or areas where the air temperature and humidity can vary widely. Do not obstruct the fan vent on the right side of the printer. Minimum Recommended Clearances: Top View 8”...

  • Page 6: Moving The Printer

    Moving the printer The printer weighs 76 lb (34.5 kg) with the tray and consumables installed, therefore at least two people should carry it. Lift the printer as shown in the figure below. Bend knees when lifting to avoid back injury. Keep the printer level when moving to prevent trays and consumables from falling out.

  • Page 7: Step 3. Remove Tape

    Step 3. Remove Tape Remove the four pieces of tape on the right side of the printer, as shown. Remove the four pieces of tape on the left side of the printer, as shown.
  • Page 8 Step 4. Install Drum Cartridge Press down on release button A to open the front cover. Open the Paper Outlet Cover inside the printer, as shown. Take the Drum Cartridge out of its protective foil package and pull hard on each of the four seals to remove them.
  • Page 9 Hold the left and right sides of the drum cartridge and remove the protective cover from it, as shown. Remove the protective sheet from the drum cartridge as shown. Do not touch the image drum surface, as this can damage the drum and deteriorate print quality.
  • Page 10 Close the Paper Outlet Cover inside the printer. Close the front cover. Press on the center part of the front cover until the cover locks securely.

  • Page 11: Step 5. Install Toner Cartridges

    Step 5. Install Toner Cartridges Remove the top cover of the printer as shown. Select the new toner cartridge whose color matches the label on the insertion slot in the printer and remove it from its packaging. The printer uses four toner cartridges: C - Cyan M - Magenta Y - Yellow...
  • Page 12 Align the cartridge with its corresponding slot in the printer and gently insert it into the slot as shown. Grip the levers at each end of the toner cartridge, then push down lightly to rotate the levers forward and lock the cartridge into place.
  • Page 13 Repeat Steps 2-6 above for the remaining toner cartridges until all four have been installed. Replace the top cover.
  • Page 14 Step 6. Load Paper Tray The standard paper tray holds up to 500 sheets of 16-28 lb. (60-105g/m ) plain paper. It can handle the following sizes of paper: • US Letter • US Legal 13” • A4 • JIS B5 •...
  • Page 15 Remove the tape from the cardboard spacer in the tray and remove the spacer. Retain the spacer in case you wish to transport or store the printer in the future. Move the side and end paper guides to End Paper Guide their outermost positions.
  • Page 16 Align the four corners of the paper stack and insert the paper (print side up) under the tab at the front of the tray. Align the side guides with the edges of the paper. Do not push the guides too tightly against the paper stack, as this can cause paper jams.
  • Page 17 Gently slide the paper tray all the way back into the printer. 10. The paper level indicator on the front of the tray will rise to show the remaining level of paper in the tray. Replenish paper as necessary.

  • Page 18: Step 7. Connect Printer Cables

    Step 7. Connect Printer Cables Connecting Cables Correctly Most cables come with some kind of locking device to insure that the connection is made. Be sure to use these locking devices, otherwise you may experience inter- mittent errors or the printer will fail to operate altogether. •...

  • Page 19: Step 8. Attach Power Cord

    Step 8. Attach Power Cord Insert the power cord into the AC power connector on the back of the printer as shown, then insert the other end into an appropriate AC power outlet. Switch the power switch to the On (I) position.
  • Page 20 Step 9. Install Printing Software Driver software for the printer must be installed on every computer that will print to the unit. This section includes installation instructions for Macintosh,Windows 95/98/ME and Windows 2000/XP.
  • Page 21 Step 9a. Install Macintosh Software Overview You will need to set up your Macintosh computer to use the Elite Color 16 Series by installing the Elite Color 16 Series software for Macintosh. This software is on the Elite Color 16 Series CD-ROM. The CD-ROM includes customized PostScript Printer Description (PPD) files for the Elite Color 16 Series, ColorSync ICC profile and screen fonts for each of the resident PostScript printer fonts.

  • Page 22: Software Installation

    Installing the Elite Color 16 with Mac OS 9.x and earlier Software Installation This section details installation instructions for installing drivers for Mac OS versions 9.x and earlier. Important: Read the release notes contained in the Read Me file before installing the printer software.
  • Page 23 Part 1- Installing the GCC Printing Software and Fonts Insert the Elite Color16 Series CD-ROM into the computer and double-click the CD icon to open the disk. Double-click the “Elite Color 16 Series Installer” icon within the disk window. An introduction screen marked “Macintosh Printer Installation”...
  • Page 24 A window will open displaying the ReadMe file for the software. Read the information in this file and click “Continue” to proceed. A window will appear listing the components that will be installed and asking for an Install Location. Choose the disk that you wish to install the software onto (the startup disk of the Mac in most cases) and click “Install.”...
  • Page 25 Installation of the files will begin. A status window will appear showing the progress of the installation. When the installation is complete, a dialog box will appear asking if you want to setup a Desktop Printer. Click “Yes” to setup the printer. A dialog box asking how the printer is connected will appear.
  • Page 26 Clicking the “Setup Printer” button will open either Apple’s Desktop Printer Utility (USB or LPR connections) or the Chooser (AppleTalk connections) in order to setup the printer. Refer to the instructions for Creating a Desktop Printer, covered in Part 2 of the Macintosh installation instructions in this guide as follows: Connecting via AppleTalk: Part 2a, Page 26...
  • Page 27 Due to potential incompatibilities between Apple’s Desktop Printer Utility and certain AppleTalk networks, GCC does not recommend using the Apple Desktop Printer Utility to set up the Elite Color 16 Series printer over AppleTalk. As a result, the Elite Color 16 Series software uses the Chooser to set up the printer over AppleTalk rather than the Desktop Printer Utility.
  • Page 28 This will open up the Chooser window. Click on the LaserWriter 8 icon in the left-hand Chooser window. A list of AppleTalk compatible printers will appear on the right. Click on the name of your printer from the list. The default printer name will be “Elite Color 16 Series”...
  • Page 29 The Setup process will continue. A status bar will show the progress of the setup. A window will appear asking for any options on the printer to be configured. The page of options sets the Memory Configuration and High Capacity Feeder status.
  • Page 30 Desktop Printer icon to highlight it, then going up to the Printing menu at the top of the screen and selecting “Set Default Printer.” The GCC Product Registration utility will run after the printer is setup. Please follow the registration instructions to register your printer.
  • Page 31 Part 2b - Creating a Desktop Printer (via USB) (Note: USB connection requires Mac OS 8.6 or higher) Make sure that all steps in the Hardware Setup section of this guide have been followed. Follow the Macintosh installation steps in Part 1 of this section. In Step 9, select “USB”...
  • Page 32 The “USB Printer” dialog box will appear. Click on your printer model from the list, then click “OK.” The “Untitled 1” dialog box will return. Click on the “Auto Setup” button at the top right of the box. A status window appears, showing the progress of the installation.
  • Page 33 Go to File and Quit to exit the Desktop Printer Utility. The printer is selected and ready to print. The GCC Product Registration utility will run after the printer is setup. Please follow the registration instructions to register your printer.
  • Page 34 Part 2c - Creating a Desktop Printer (via LPR) (Note: LPR connection requires a PowerPC-based Mac and LaserWriter 8.5.1 or higher) Make sure that all steps in the Hardware Setup section of this guide have been followed. Follow the Macintosh installation steps in Part 1 of this section.
  • Page 35 A dialog box called “Untitled 1” opens, containing two printer icons. Double-click the bottom icon, in the “LPR Printer Selection” box. A dialog box called “Internet Printer” appears. Enter the printer’s IP address in the “Printer Address” field. The Queue name setting is not necessary for this printer.
  • Page 36 The “Untitled 1” dialog box will return. Click on the “Change” button at the top right of the box. The “Select a PostScript Printer Description File” box will open. Choose your printer model from the list of printers and click “Select.” The “Untitled 1”...
  • Page 37 10. Go to File and Quit to exit the Desktop Printer Utility. The printer is selected and ready to print. The GCC Product Registration utility will run after the printer is setup. Please follow the registration instructions to register your printer.
  • Page 38 Installing the Elite Color 16 with Mac OS X Software Installation This section details installation instructions for installing software for Mac OS X. Important: Read the release notes contained in the Read Me file before installing the printer software. This file includes important last-minute feature and compatibility information about the Elite Color 16 Series.
  • Page 39 Part 1 - Installing the GCC Printing Software and Fonts Insert the Elite Color 16 Series CD-ROM into the computer and double-click the CD icon to open the disk. Double-click the “Elite Color 16 Series Installer” icon within the disk window.
  • Page 40 A window will open displaying the ReadMe file for the software. Read the information in this file and click “Continue” to proceed. A window will appear listing the components that will be installed and asking for an Install Location. Choose the disk that you wish to install the software onto (the startup disk of the Mac in most cases) and click “Install.”...
  • Page 41 Installation of the files will begin. A status window will appear showing the progress of the installation. When all files are installed, a dialog box will appear asking if you would like to set up a printer queue for the printer. Click “Yes.”...
  • Page 42 USB and turned on. A list of available USB printers will appear. Click on the name of your printer. Select “GCC” from the Printer Model popup menu, then select your specific GCC printer model from the Model Name list.
  • Page 43 11c. If AppleTalk is selected, make sure the printer is turned on and connected to the network. A list of available AppleTalk printers will appear. Click on the name of your printer from the list. Click “Add.” Note: AppleTalk is disabled by default within OS X.
  • Page 44 14. When all files are installed, a dialog will appear informing you that installation was successful. Click “Quit” to exit the installer. Note: Using the Classic Environment within OS X The Elite Color 16 Software Installer will locate and automatically install the necessary software for your printer into the Classic (OS 9.x) environment within OS X.
  • Page 45 Step 9b. Install Windows Software Overview You will need to set up your Windows computer to use the Elite Color 16 Series by installing the Elite Color 16 software for Windows. This software is on the Elite Color 16 Series CD-ROM. The CD-ROM includes customized Windows PostScript printer software for Windows 95/98/ME,Windows 2000/XP, and Windows NT 4.0.
  • Page 46 Installation of additional software (such as Adobe Type Manager, fonts, etc.) can be done using the GCC Menus application found on the CD. Instructions for using the GCC Menus application are found in this guide starting on Page 52.
  • Page 47 Plug and Play installation. The first step is to install USB printing support, and the second step is to install specific software for your GCC Elite Color 16 Series printer. The steps for these installations are as follows: Insert the GCC Elite Color 16 Series CD- ROM into the Windows 98 PC.
  • Page 48 The system will then ask where to look for new drivers. Make sure that the Elite Color 16 Series CD is in the drive. Check “Specify a Location,” and make sure that all other check boxes are unselected. Use the Browse button to select the “Plug and Play”...
  • Page 49 Windows 95/98/ME Software Installation - Plug and Play via Parallel If the computer is running, shut it down. With the computer and printer both powered off, attach the printer cable to the computer and printer. Make sure that there is paper in the printer’s tray. Turn on the printer and wait for the LCD display to read “Ready.”...
  • Page 50 The system will then ask where to look for new drivers. Make sure that the Elite Color 16 Series CD is in the drive. Click “Search for the best driver for your device” (WinME only) and check “Specify a Location.” Make sure all other check boxes are unselected.
  • Page 51 A window will appear asking if you wish to print a test page. Click Yes if you are installing a local printer, click No if you are installing the driver and will be setting up the printer as a network device later. Click “Finish.”...
  • Page 52 You are now ready to use your printer over USB and/or Parallel. If you wish to install additional software components such as Adobe Type Manager, fonts, etc., please proceed to the GCC Menus instructions starting on the next page.
  • Page 53 Windows 95/98/ME Installation via the GCC Menus Application Insert the Elite Color 16 Series CD-ROM into the computer. The “GCC Menus” application should automatically start up. Read the information on the Introduction screen, then click the “Enter” button to proceed.
  • Page 54 Installing the GCC Printing Software Components The GCC Menus window should proceed to the main menu window. This window contains options for viewing release notes and manuals, browsing the CD, accessing GCC’s web site and installing software. Click the top button to view the Release Notes for the GCC software.
  • Page 55 Installation #1 - TCP/IP Port and Network Printer Port Software The first installation window to appear is for the TCP/IP Port software. Note: If you did not select the TCP/IP Printer Port software check box from the main Software menu, this window will not appear.
  • Page 56 You will be returned to the GCC Menus application, ready to install the NPSW Network Printer Port (NetPort) software. Note: If you have additional TCP/IP ports to add, you should click “Back”...
  • Page 57 “Continue.” A dialog box will appear informing you that the software is installed. Click “OK.” You will return to the GCC Menu application. A dialog box will appear asking you to click “OK” when the printer port installation is complete.
  • Page 58 This printer uses the Adobe PostScript Driver software. A splash screen for Adobe’s driver installation will appear. The Welcome window will appear. Quit all applications (except for the GCC Menus application) if you have not already done so, then click “Next” to proceed.
  • Page 59 The End User License Agreement for the Adobe software will appear. Read the agreement and click “Accept” to continue. The next window will ask if the printer is directly connected to your computer, or is on the network Click “Local Printer” at this point, even if connecting to the printer via TCP/IP Printer Port.
  • Page 60 A window will appear asking you to select a PPD for the printer. Select “Elite Color 16 Series PS” from the list and click “Next.” The next window will allow you to assign a name to the printer. You can type in a new name for the printer, or leave the default name.
  • Page 61 10. A status bar will appear, showing the progress of the software installation. 11. When all files are installed, a window will appear asking if you want to configure your printer. This will allow you to set the printer up to use additional options, etc.
  • Page 62 12. The Printer Properties window will appear. The Paper options appear first. Set any defaults you wish to select in this section and click “Apply.” Specific options for the Elite Color 16 Series can be accessed by clicking on the “Device Options”...
  • Page 63 An option to view the release notes for the driver is available. Click “Finish” to complete the installation. 15. You will return to the GCC Menu application. A dialog box will appear asking you to click “OK” when the Adobe PostScript installation is complete.
  • Page 64 I will restart my computer later.” Click “Finish” to close the installer. When installation is complete, you will return to the GCC Menu application. A dialog box will appear asking you to click “OK” when the ATM installation is complete. Click “OK” to proceed to the...
  • Page 65 Installation #4 - Fonts The Elite Color 16 Series CD contains screen versions of all the resident PostScript Level 3 fonts on the printer. Most fonts are included in Type 1 format, some are included in TrueType format. In order to access these fonts from within your Windows applications, you must install them onto the PC first.
  • Page 66 Note: Central European-encoded variants of the Type 1 fonts are found in the “Software\Fonts\Type1_CE” folder on the GCC Elite Color 16 Series CD. To install these fonts, select this folder instead of “Type1” under the Source section at the top of the ATM window.
  • Page 67 Fonts window or quit ATM. You will return to the GCC Menu application. Click “Next” to return to the Main menu window. If you are finished with all installations, click the “Exit” button to leave the GCC Menus application. You should now restart your PC.
  • Page 68 Installation of additional software (such as Adobe Type Manager, fonts, etc.) can be done using the GCC Menus application found on the CD. Instructions for using the GCC Menus application are found in this guide starting on Page 71.
  • Page 69 Windows 2000/XP Software Installation - Plug and Play If the computer is running, shut it down. With the computer and printer both powered off, attach the parallel or USB cable to the computer and printer. Make sure that there is paper in the printer’s tray.
  • Page 70 The next window will ask what you want the Wizard to do. Check “Search for a suitable driver for my device” and click “Next” to continue. The system will then ask where to look for new drivers. Make sure that the Elite Color 16 Series CD is in the drive.
  • Page 71 (WinXP). You are now ready to use your printer over USB and/or Parallel. If you wish to install additional software components such as Adobe Type Manager, fonts, etc., please proceed to the GCC Menus instructions starting on the next page.
  • Page 72 Windows 2000/XP Installation via the GCC Menus Application Insert the Elite Color 16 Series CD-ROM into the computer. The “GCC Menus” application should automatically start up. Read the information on the Introduction screen, then click the “Enter” button to proceed.
  • Page 73 Installing the GCC Printing Software Components The GCC Menus window should proceed to the main menu window. This window contains options for viewing release notes and manuals, browsing the CD, accessing GCC’s web site and installing software. Click the “Printer Software” button to proceed with the software installation.
  • Page 74 Installation #1 - TCP/IP Printer Port The first installation window to appear is for the TCP/IP Printer Port. Note: If you did not select the TCP/IP Printer Port software check box from the main Software menu, this window will not appear.
  • Page 75 A window will appear, informing you that a TCP/IP port has been added to the system. Click “OK.” You will be returned to the GCC Menus application, ready for the next installation.
  • Page 76 This printer uses the Adobe PostScript Driver software. A splash screen for Adobe’s driver installation will appear. The Welcome window will appear. Quit all applications (except for the GCC Menus application) if you have not already done so, then click “Next” to proceed.
  • Page 77 The End User License Agreement for the Adobe software will appear. Read the agreement and click “Accept” to continue. The next window will ask if the printer is directly connected to your computer, or is on the network. Click “Local Printer” at this point, even if connecting to the printer via TCP/IP Printer Port.
  • Page 78 A window will appear asking you to select a PPD for the printer. Select “Elite Color 16 Series PS” from the list and click “Next.” The next window will ask if the printer is shared or not. Sharing the printer will allow other users on your Windows network to access your printer through your PC’s connection.
  • Page 79 10. A summary of the selections you have made during this installation will appear. Look over the options to make sure they are correct and click “Install.” 11. A status bar will appear, showing the progress of the software installation. 12.
  • Page 80 13. The Printer Properties window will appear. Scroll down to “Installable Options” to access specific options for the printer. If you have added the High Capacity Feeder to the printer, click on the “Not Installed” link next to “High Capacity Feeder.”...
  • Page 81 15. You will return to the GCC Menu application. A dialog box will appear asking you to click “OK” when the Adobe PostScript installation is complete. Click “OK” to proceed to the next installation.
  • Page 82 ATM installer. When installation is complete, you will return to the GCC Menu application. A dialog box will appear asking you to click “OK” when the ATM installation is complete. Click “OK” to proceed to the...
  • Page 83 Installation #4 - Fonts The Elite Color 16 Series CD contains screen versions of all the resident PostScript Level 3 fonts on the printer. Most fonts are included in Type 1 format, some are included in TrueType format. In order to access these fonts from within your Windows applications, you must install them onto the PC first.
  • Page 84 Fonts window or quit ATM. You will return to the GCC Menu application. Click “Next” to return to the Main menu window. If you are finished with all installations, click the “Exit” button to leave the GCC Menus application. You should now restart your PC.

  • Page 85: Step 10. Verify Printer Setup

    Steps 1-9. If you still have difficulty getting a document to print, contact GCC Technical Support by phone at (781) 276-8620 (North America only; outside North America, refer to the User’s Guide) or http://www.gccprinters.com/support or contact your authorized...
  • Page 86 TRADEMARKS GCC Technologies is a registered trademark of GCC Technologies, Inc. GCC Printers, the GCC Printers logo and Elite are trademarks of GCC Technologies, Inc. Apple, AppleTalk, ColorSync, LaserWriter, Mac, Macintosh, and the Apple logo are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft, Inc.
  • Page 87 Sales: 800.422.7777 Support: 781.276.8620 Outside North America, contact your local office. GCC Printers 209 Burlington Road Bedford, MA 01730 Tel: 781.275.5800 Fax: 781.275.1115 www.gccprinters.com...

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