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Chapter 1 - Introduction and Installation

XANTÉ Accel-a-Writer 4 Series Printers
Fig. 1.1 Accel-a-Writer 4 Series Printer
Accel-a-Writer 4 printers are available in two models to meet the needs of a broad
user base from corporate offices and small work groups, to large volume producers,
through high-end desktop publishers and graphics professionals. XANTÉ's flexible
design provides the ability to upgrade from one model to the next.
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The Accel-a-Writer 4N features a standard Ethernet interface, Adobe PostScript
3, and many other XANTÉ features to make it ideal for corporate offices and
small networked work groups.
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The Accel-a-Writer 4G is designed for users that require XANTÉ's advanced
graphical support technologies.

About this Manual

This user's guide covers installation, setup, and operation of Accel-a-Writer 4 series
printers.
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  • Page 1: Chapter 1 - Introduction And Installation

    Chapter 1 - Introduction and Installation XANTÉ Accel-a-Writer 4 Series Printers Fig. 1.1 Accel-a-Writer 4 Series Printer Accel-a-Writer 4 printers are available in two models to meet the needs of a broad user base from corporate offices and small work groups, to large volume producers, through high-end desktop publishers and graphics professionals.
  • Page 2 Chapter 1—Introduction and Installation summarizes this manual and the printer features, model configurations, and warranty. It also covers printer setup and connection to the Macintosh, PC, and Ethernet interfaces as well as a printer overview. Chapter 2—Macintosh Setup describes the XANTÉ Utilities for the Macintosh. This includes installing the Adobe PostScript printer driver, your printer’s PPD, printer utilities, and Adobe Downloader as well as procedures for using many features.

  • Page 3: Manual Conventions

    Manual Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: indicates information you must type or that Courier displays on screen. ↵ indicates that you need to press the Return key on a Macintosh or the Enter key on a PC. indicates additonal or emphasized information.

  • Page 4: Printer Features

    Printer Features The following chart lists Accel-a-Writer 4 Series printer features. Accel-a-Writer Models Features IDT 79RC3255 Processor Std. Std. RAM: 64 MB Std. Std. 128 MB Opt. Opt. 256 MB (maximum) Opt. Opt. Adobe PostScript 3 Std. Std. 136 PostScript Fonts Std.

  • Page 5: Installation

    Accel-a-Writer Models Features Media Types: Plain and Laser Paper Std. Std. Transparencies Std. Labels Std. Envelopes Std. Media Handling: Multipurpose Feeder (150 sheets) ∞ Std. Std. Built in Paper Feeder (500 sheets) Std. Std. Second Paper Feeder (500 sheets) Opt. §...

  • Page 6: Printer Location

    Printer Location Set up your printer in a location that can support its weight and can provide sufficient operation and maintenance clearance. To prevent overheating, allow at least 8.0" (200 mm) clearance for the printer’s vent. Fig. 1.2 Location Guidelines Printer Package Unpack the printer and save the packing materials.

  • Page 7: Xanté Utilities Cd-Rom

    Remove the shipping stabilizer on top of the printer; then, lift the printer out of the box (fig. 1.3). Fig. 1.3 Lifting the Printer Remove the plastic wrap, tape, and shipping stabilizers from all of the items. Your printer package contains the following items: •...

  • Page 8: Toner Cartridge

    Accel-a-Writer 4 Series Printer Overview Use Figures 1.4, 1.5, and 1.6 to become familiar with your new printer. Duplexer Replacement Cover Output Tray Fuser Cover Front Panel Paper Stop Vent Output Tray Fuser Cover Output Tray Extension Parallel Port Top Cover USB Port Top Cover Latch Ethernet Port...

  • Page 9: Removing And Installing The Toner Cartridge

    • Do not expose the cartridge to bright lights or direct sunlight. Keep the cartridge in its protective bag until installation. If you have to remove the cartridge temporarily, place it in the original bag or wrap it well to protect it from light.
  • Page 10 Do not touch any parts inside the printer. Remove the toner cartridge if it is in the printer by grasping its handles and pulling it slowly out of the printer (fig. 1.9). Once you begin pulling the cartridge out of the printer, remove it completely. The cartridge’s shutter may not open properly or be damaged if the cartridge is pulled partially and then pushed back in the printer.

  • Page 11: Standard Cassette

    Insert the pins on both sides of the cartridge into the guide channels in the printer (fig. 1.12). Then, slide the cartridge into the printer until it stops and is seated properly (fig. 1.13). Fig. 1.13 Insert Toner Cartridge Fig. 1.14 Close Top Cover Close the top cover by pressing down on the center section until the latch engages (fig.
  • Page 12 Remove the cassette if it is in the printer by pulling the cassette straight out until it stops (fig. 1.16). Then, lift it slightly and pull it from the printer (fig. 1.17). Fig. 1.16 Pull Out Cassette Fig. 1.17 Remove Cassette from Printer Place the cassette on a flat surface and remove the cassette cover (fig.

  • Page 13: Multipurpose Feeder

    Align the paper stack and load it into the cassette print side up, leading edge to the back. See “Media Sources” in chapter 5 to determine whether to load media short or long edge first (fig. 1.21). Adjust media guides to the size of the paper stack. To prevent paper jams, make sure the paper fits between the paper guides and under the cassette’s retaining clips (fig.
  • Page 14 To load the multipurpose feeder Open the multipurpose feeder by grasping the cover’s top center handle and pulling down (fig. 1.23). The multipurpose feeder does not open to a 90° angle. To prevent damage, do not exert strong pressure or place heavy objects on the feeder. Fig.

  • Page 15: Multipurpose Feeder Tip

    Multipurpose Feeder Tip Occasionally, in a Macintosh environment if media is in the multipurpose feeder, the system’s Print Monitor sends a prompt message to put paper into the manual feed tray and click OK. To disable this prompt This prompt can only be turned off in Print Monitor. You cannot turn the manual feed message off on the Desktop Print Monitor.
  • Page 16 Connect the power cable’s female connector to the back of the printer and the male connector to a standard electrical outlet (fig. 1.28). Plug the printer into a dedicated, properly grounded AC outlet. Do not use an extension cord. Use a surge protected outlet to help prevent power source fluctuations from damaging your printer.

  • Page 17: Turning The Printer Off

    Following initialization, a start-up page prints if that feature is enabled. This page lists the selected resolution, installed RAM, hard disk identities, page count, enabled interfaces, and network information. Review this page to be sure that the printer is configured properly. See “Start-up Page” in chapter 4 for details. Turning the Printer Off Verify that the Ready/Idle message displays.

  • Page 18: Printer Ports Overview

    You also can use the Turn Startup Page On/Off option available through your browser after you download the XANTÉ Utilities. See “Informational Pages (Start Page and Low Toner Page)” in chapter 2 (Macintosh) or 3 (PC) for details. Printer Ports Overview Your printer has standard parallel, 10/100BaseT Ethernet (EtherTalk, LPR, TCP/IP, and IPP), and USB ports (fig.

  • Page 19: Required Equipment: Ethernet

    Chapter 6 contains your printer’s warranty. Be sure to register your printer to receive a $50 discount toward your next purchase of XANTÉ consumables. You can register online at www.xante.com or return the warranty sheet included with your printer. ◊◊◊...
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