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User’s Guide
NPD3936-00 EN
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EPSON AcuLaser M8000 Series User's Guide Copyright and Trademarks No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Seiko Epson Corporation. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained here
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EPSON AcuLaser M8000 Series User's Guide Scalable type outlines are licensed from Monotype Imaging, Inc. Albertus, Arial, Coronet, Gillsans, and Times New Roman are trademarks of The Monotype Corporation registered in the United States Patent and Trademark Office and may be registered in certain jurisdictions. ITC Avant Garde Gothic, ITC Bookman, ITC Zapf-Chancery, and ITC ZapfDingbats are trademarks of International Typeface Corporation registered in the United States Patent and Trademark O
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EPSON AcuLaser M8000 Series User's Guide Operating System Versions In this manual, the following abbreviations are used. Windows refers to Windows Vista, Vista x64, XP, XP x64, 2000, Server 2008, Server 2008 x64, Server 2003, and Server 2003 x64. ❏ Windows Vista refers to Windows Vista Ultimate Edition, Windows Vista Home Premium Edition, Windows Vista Home Basic Edition, Windows Vista Enterprise Edition and Windows Vista Business Edition. ❏ Windows Vista x64 refers to Windows Vista Ultimate
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EPSON AcuLaser M8000 Series User's Guide Contents Safety Instructions Warnings, Cautions, and Notes........................................................... 13 Important Safety Instructions......................... ........................... ........ 13 Setting up the printer...... ................. ................ ............... ......... 13 Earth leakage circuit protector. ............ ................. ................ .......... 15 Finding the place for the printer. . . . . . . . .
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EPSON AcuLaser M8000 Series User's Guide Optional paper cassette unit........................ ........................ ......... 38 Notes on loading A4 size paper.......................... ............................. 38 Selecting and Using Print Media........ ................. .................... ............. 39 Labels...................................... ...................................... 39 Envelopes. ................. .................... ..................... .............. 40 T
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EPSON AcuLaser M8000 Series User's Guide Tray Menu........................... .................................... ......... 69 Emulation Menu..... ............................................ .................. 69 Printing Menu...................... ...................... ................. ........ 70 Setup Menu........................ .................................... ........... 72 Reset Menu................... .................. ............. ............. ........ 76 Quick Print Job
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EPSON AcuLaser M8000 Series User's Guide Installing the Stacker......... ..................... ..................... ........... 121 Removing the Stacker..... ........................ ................................. 127 Memory Module............... ............... ...................... ........... ....... 131 Installing a memory module............................ ............................ 132 Removing a memory module.................. ...................... ................ 137 Interfa
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EPSON AcuLaser M8000 Series User's Guide The Ready light does not turn on.................................................... 185 The printer does not print (Ready light off)............................................ 185 The Ready light is on but nothing prints.................... .......................... 185 The optional product is not available. ............ ..................... ............... 186 The remaining service life of the consumables is not updated (Windows only). ..........
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EPSON AcuLaser M8000 Series User's Guide Printing in the PostScript 3 Mode Problems................ .............. ................. 198 The printer does not print correctly in the PostScript mode...... ............... ......... 199 The printer does not print. ............ ................. ................ ............ 199 The printer or its driver does not appear in utilities in the printer configuration (Macintosh only) ........................ .................... .................... ..
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EPSON AcuLaser M8000 Series User's Guide Chapter 9 About the PostScript Printer Driver System Requirements. ....... ................. .................. ............. .......... 217 Printer hardware requirements. . ..................... ...................... ......... 217 Computer system requirements. ................... .................... ............. 217 Using the PostScript Printer Driver with Windows. ................. ........................ 218 Installing the PostScript printer dr
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EPSON AcuLaser M8000 Series User's Guide USB interface. ............. ................. ................ .............. ........ 234 Ethernet interface. ...... ................. ................ ............... .......... 234 Options and Consumable Products........ ................. ................. ............. 234 Optional paper cassette unit.......... .................... ................. ......... 234 Duplex Unit.......... ................. ................... .................. .....
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EPSON AcuLaser M8000 Series User's Guide Safety Instructions Warnings, Cautions, and Notes Warnings w must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury. Cautions c must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment. Notes contain important information and useful tips on the operation of your printer. Important Safety Instructions Setting up the printer ❏ Because the printer weighs approximately 25 kg (55 lb) with consumable products installed, one person should not lift or carry it. Two peop
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EPSON AcuLaser M8000 Series User's Guide ❏ Be sure the AC power cord meets the relevant local safety standards. Use only the power cord that comes with this product. Use of the another cord may result in fire or electric shock. This product’s power cord is for use with this product only. Use with other equipment may result in fire or electric shock. ❏ If damage occurs to the plug, replace the cord set or consult a qualified electrician. If there are fuses in the plug, make sure you replace t
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EPSON AcuLaser M8000 Series User's Guide ❏ Connect your printer to an electrical outlet that meets the power requirements of this printer. Your printer’s power requirements are indicated on a label attached to the printer. If you are not sure of the power supply specifications in your area, contact your local power company or consult your dealer. ❏ If you use an extension cord, make sure that the total of the ampere ratings on the products plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the
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EPSON AcuLaser M8000 Series User's Guide 3. Turn the circuit breaker switch back to ON. a. circuit breaker switch b. test button If you notice anything unusual, contact your local Epson dealer or representative. Safety Instructions 16
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EPSON AcuLaser M8000 Series User's Guide Finding the place for the printer When relocating the printer, always choose a location that has adequate space for easy operation and maintenance. Use the following illustration as a guide for the amount of space required around the printer to ensure smooth operation. a e b c d a. 35 cm b. 30 cm c. 10 cm d. 76 cm e. 20 cm To install and use any of the following options, you will need the indicated amount of additional space. The 500-Sheet Universal P
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EPSON AcuLaser M8000 Series User's Guide ❏ Place the printer near an electrical outlet where you can easily plug in and unplug the power cord. ❏ Do not put your printer where the cord will be stepped on. ❏ Do not use printer in a damp environment. ❏ Avoid locations that are subject to direct sunlight, excessive heat, moisture, oil vapor, or dust. ❏ Do not place the printer on an unstable surface. ❏ Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation. Do not
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EPSON AcuLaser M8000 Series User's Guide ❏ Do not insert your hand deep into the fuser unit as some components are sharp and may cause injury. ❏ Never push objects of any kind through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock. ❏ Do not sit or lean on the printer. Do not put heavy objects on the printer. ❏ Do not use any kind of combustible gases in or around the printer. ❏ Never force the printer’s compon
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EPSON AcuLaser M8000 Series User's Guide Handling the consumables ❏ Do not burn used consumables because they might explode and injure someone. Dispose of them according to local regulations. ❏ Be sure to keep consumable components out of the reach of children. ❏ When handling an imaging cartridge, always place it on a clean, smooth surface. ❏ Do not attempt to modify an imaging cartridge or take it apart. ❏ Do not touch the toner. Always keep toner away from your eyes. If toner gets on your
