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Proof Sign-off: R4CE640 L ABE J.Hashimoto, K.Iwamura long.bk Rev. E M.Ishigami S. Halvorson A5 size COVER.FM 6/10/04 Where to Find Information Setup Guide Provides you with information on assembling the printer and installing the printer software. Reference Guide (this manual) Provides you with detailed information on the printer’s functions, optional products, maintenance, troubleshooting, and technical specifications. Network Guide Provides network administrators with information on both th
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Proof Sign-off: R4CE640 R ABE J.Hashimoto, K.Iwamura long.bk Rev. E M.Ishigami S. Halvorson A5 size LONG.TOC 6/10/04 Contents Safety Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Warnings, Cautions, and Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Power On/Of
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Proof Sign-off: R4CE640 L ABE J.Hashimoto, K.Iwamura long.bk Rev. E M.Ishigami S. Halvorson A5 size LONG.TOC 6/10/04 Chapter 2 Paper Handling Paper Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 MP tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Standard lower cassette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 500-Sheet/1000-Sheet Paper Cassette Unit . . . . . . . . . . .
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Proof Sign-off: R4CE640 R ABE J.Hashimoto, K.Iwamura long.bk Rev. E M.Ishigami S. Halvorson A5 size LONG.TOC 6/10/04 Setting Monitoring Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77 Status Alert window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79 Job Management function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79 Stopping monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84 Monitored Printers settings. . . .
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Proof Sign-off: R4CE640 L ABE J.Hashimoto, K.Iwamura long.bk Rev. E M.Ishigami S. Halvorson A5 size LONG.TOC 6/10/04 Chapter 5 Setting Up Your Printer on a Network For Windows. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Sharing the printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Setting up your printer as a shared printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Using an additional driver. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Proof Sign-off: R4CE640 R ABE J.Hashimoto, K.Iwamura long.bk Rev. E M.Ishigami S. Halvorson A5 size LONG.TOC 6/10/04 Chapter 8 Maintenance and Transportation Replacement Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .180 Toner Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .181 Photoconductor Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .187 Fuser Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Proof Sign-off: R4CE640 L ABE J.Hashimoto, K.Iwamura long.bk Rev. E M.Ishigami S. Halvorson A5 size LONG.TOC 6/10/04 The printout color differs when printed from different printers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234 The color looks different from what you see on the computer screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235 Print Quality Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236 The background is dar
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Proof Sign-off: R4CE640 R ABE J.Hashimoto, K.Iwamura long.bk Rev. E M.Ishigami S. Halvorson A5 size LONG.TOC 6/10/04 Appendix A Technical Specifications Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .271 Available paper types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .272 Paper that should not be used . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .272 Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Proof Sign-off: R4CE640 L ABE J.Hashimoto, K.Iwamura long.bk Rev. E M.Ishigami S. Halvorson A5 size INTRO.FM 6/10/04 Safety Information Warnings, Cautions, and Notes Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury. w Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment. c Notes contain important information and useful tips on the operation of your printer. Safety Precautions Be sure to follow these precautions carefully to ensure safe, efficient operation: 10
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Proof Sign-off: R4CE640 R ABE J.Hashimoto, K.Iwamura long.bk Rev. E M.Ishigami S. Halvorson A5 size INTRO.FM 6/10/04 ❏ Because the printer weighs approximately 36.0 kg (79 lb) with consumable products installed, one person should not lift or carry it. Two people should carry the printer, lifting it by the correct positions as shown below. * Do not lift the printer by these areas. ❏ Be careful not to touch the fuser, which is marked CAUTION HIGH TEMPERATURE, or the surrounding areas. If the p
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Proof Sign-off: R4CE640 L ABE J.Hashimoto, K.Iwamura long.bk Rev. E M.Ishigami S. Halvorson A5 size INTRO.FM 6/10/04 1. Do not insert your hand deep into the fuser unit. 2. CAUTION HIGH TEMPERATURE ❏ Do not insert your hand deep into the fuser unit as some components are sharp and may cause injury. ❏ Avoid touching the components inside the printer unless instructed to do so in this guide. ❏ Never force the printer’s components into place. Although the printer is designed to be sturdy, rough
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Proof Sign-off: R4CE640 R ABE J.Hashimoto, K.Iwamura long.bk Rev. E M.Ishigami S. Halvorson A5 size INTRO.FM 6/10/04 ❏ When removing the photoconductor unit, avoid exposing it to room light for more than five minutes. The unit contains a green-colored light-sensitive drum. Exposure to light can damage the drum, causing dark or light areas to appear on the printed page and reducing the service life of the drum. If you need to keep the unit out of the printer for long periods, cover it with
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Proof Sign-off: R4CE640 L ABE J.Hashimoto, K.Iwamura long.bk Rev. E M.Ishigami S. Halvorson A5 size INTRO.FM 6/10/04 ❏ If you are unable to insert the AC plug into the electrical outlet, contact an electrician. ❏ Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage that requires repair by a qualified service representative. ® ENERGY STAR Compliance ® As an International ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON has determined
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Proof Sign-off: R4CE640 R ABE J.Hashimoto, K.Iwamura long.bk Rev. E M.Ishigami S. Halvorson A5 size GET.FM 6/10/04 Chapter 1 1 Getting to Know Your Printer 1 Printer Parts 1 Front view 1 ab c 1 1 i 1 d h 1 g f e 1 a. control panel b. cover A 1 c. output tray d. power switch e. latch on cover B 1 f. latch on cover A g. standard lower cassette h. MP tray (Multi-Purpose tray) 1 i. expansion tray Getting to Know Your Printer 15
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Proof Sign-off: R4CE640 L ABE J.Hashimoto, K.Iwamura long.bk Rev. E M.Ishigami S. Halvorson A5 size GET.FM 6/10/04 Rear view a b d c a. stopper b. Ethernet interface connector c. USB interface connector d. AC inlet 16 Getting to Know Your Printer
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Proof Sign-off: R4CE640 R ABE J.Hashimoto, K.Iwamura long.bk Rev. E M.Ishigami S. Halvorson A5 size GET.FM 6/10/04 Inside the printer 1 b c a 1 1 1 d 1 1 e 1 1 a. transfer unit b. fuser unit c. photoconductor unit 1 d. toner cartridge e. cover D 1 1 1 Getting to Know Your Printer 17
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Proof Sign-off: R4CE640 L ABE J.Hashimoto, K.Iwamura long.bk Rev. E M.Ishigami S. Halvorson A5 size GET.FM 6/10/04 Control panel a b c d e f g h j i a. LCD panel Displays printer status messages and control panel menu settings. b. Back button Use these buttons to access the control c. Up button panel menus, where you can make d. Enter button printer settings and check the status of e. Down button consumable products. For instructions on how to use these buttons, see “Using the Control Pane
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Proof Sign-off: R4CE640 R ABE J.Hashimoto, K.Iwamura long.bk Rev. E M.Ishigami S. Halvorson A5 size GET.FM 6/10/04 g. Start/Stop button When the printer is printing, pressing this button stops the printing. 1 When the error light is flashing, pressing this button clears the error and switches the printer to ready status. 1 h. Ready light On when the printer is ready, indicating (Green) that the printer is ready to receive and print data. 1 Off when the printer is not ready. i. Data light On
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Proof Sign-off: R4CE640 L ABE J.Hashimoto, K.Iwamura long.bk Rev. E M.Ishigami S. Halvorson A5 size GET.FM 6/10/04 ❏ The 500-Sheet Paper Cassette Unit (C12C802061) holds one paper cassette. It increases paper-feeding capacity up to 500 sheets of paper. ❏ The 1,000-Sheet Paper Cassette Unit (C12C802071) holds two paper cassettes. It increases paper-feeding capacity up to 1,000 sheets of paper. ❏ Optional memory modules expand your printer’s memory, allowing you to print complex and graphics-
