KYOCERA FS-680 Manuel d'utilisateur

Table of ContentsKyocera Laser Printer FS-680Users Manual

IntroductionixIMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS!"#Read all of these instructions and save these instructions for later use.$"#Unplug this product from th

Correcting a Paper Jam5-12Correcting a Paper JamThis section describes how to remove paper when it jams in the printer. The printer will stop wheneve

Chapter 5 Troubleshooting5-13Jam at the Paper Cassette and the (Optional) Paper Feeders CassettePull out the paper cassette and remove any partially

Correcting a Paper Jam5-14Jam Inside the PrinterOpen the printers top cover and remove the process unit. Remove any jammed paper, then replace thepro

Chapter 5 Troubleshooting5-15Notes after removing the paper jamOnce the jammed paper is removed, opening and closing the printers top cover clears t

Appendix A Printer SpecificationsA-1Appendix APrinter Specifications

Printer SpecificationsA-2Printer SpecificationsItem DescriptionPrinting method ElectrophotographyPrinting speed(when printing multiple copies ofthe sa

Appendix A Printer SpecificationsA-3Item DescriptionPaper Plain paper (See Appendix B.)Paper sizes Cassette: Letter size, A4 to A5 universal cassett

Appendix B Paper SelectionB-1Appendix BPaper Selection

General GuidelinesB-2General GuidelinesAlthough the page printer is designed for printing on standard dry PPC photocopier copy paper(standard paper),

Appendix B Paper SelectionB-3Paper SpecificationsThe following table summarizes the basic paper specifications. Details are given on the followingpag

IntroductionxCE Marking Directiveaccording to Council Directive 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EECManufacturer’s name: Kyocera Corporation, Printer DivisionMan

Selecting the Right PaperB-4Selecting the Right PaperThe following sections explain the basic things to look for when selecting paper. Keep these thi

Appendix B Paper SelectionB-5Paper SizeCassettes and the manual feed tray can handle the paper sizes listed in the following table. Theprinter autom

Selecting the Right PaperB-6Basis WeightBasis weight is the weight of one square meter sheet of paper. Paper that is too light or too heavy cancause

Appendix B Paper SelectionB-7· · · · Store paper in a dry, well-ventilated location.· · · · Keep the paper flat and in its wrapping as long as possib

Selecting the Right PaperB-8Electrostatic propertiesDuring the printing process the paper is electrostatically charged to attract the toner. The paper

Appendix B Paper SelectionB-9Special PaperThis section explains printing on special paper. The page printer can use the following types ofspecial pa

Special PaperB-10Specifications for each type of special paper are given below.Colored PaperColored paper should meet the same specifications as liste

Appendix B Paper SelectionB-11PostcardsUse postcards weighing 90 to 128 g/m2. Avoid using postcards whose printing surface has beencoated. Any post

Appendix C Host Computer InterfaceC-1Appendix CHost ComputerInterfaceThis appendix describes the signals used in the laser printersparallel interfac

Parallel InterfaceC-2Parallel InterfaceParallel interface communication modesThe printer features the fast data transmission mode on the parallel inte

IntroductionxiDescription of device:The model FS-680 is a 8-ppm, A4 size plain paper supporting page printer, utilizing laser, dry toner, etc. The pri

Appendix C Host Computer InterfaceC-3Interface SignalsThe pins of the parallel interface connector carry the signals listed in Table C.1 . Asterisks

Parallel InterfaceC-4Pin In/out Description26  Ground return27  Ground return28  Ground return29  Ground return30  Ground return31 In Ignored [nI

Appendix C Host Computer InterfaceC-5Paper Empty [PError] (Pin 12)This signal goes high when the printer runs out of paper.On-Line [Select] (Pin 13)T

Parallel InterfaceC-6Auxiliary output 1 (Pin 33)This signal line is not used.Power Ready (Pin 35)This signal is high when the printers power is on.Se

Appendix C Host Computer InterfaceC-7Serial (RS-232C/RS-422A) Interface (Option)Mounting the optional serial interface kit (IB-10) to the printer ena

Serial (RS-232C/RS-422A) Interface (Option)C-8TXD  Transmit Data  (Pin 2)This output carries asynchronous data sent by the printer to the computer.

Appendix C Host Computer InterfaceC-9RS-422A interfaceThe serial interface was set to RS-232C mode before leaving the factory. However, by changing t

Serial (RS-232C/RS-422A) Interface (Option)C-10Overview of Signals (RS-422A)FG  Frame Ground  (Pin 1)This pin is connected directly to the printer f

Appendix C Host Computer InterfaceC-11RS-232C/RS-422A ProtocolA protocol is a set of rules the computer follows in sending data to the printer. The R

RS-232C/RS-422A ProtocolC-12H4: ParityParameter value Meaning0 None1 Odd2 Even3 IgnoreThe factory setting is None (0 on the status printout).H5: Pro

IntroductionxiiSafety & EMI RequirementsIEC IEC 60950:1991 (+A1+A2+A3+A4)/(IEC 60825-1:1993)Laser requirements (U.S.A.) FDA Title 21, CFR Chapter

Appendix C Host Computer InterfaceC-13The gap between the nearly-full and nearly-empty thresholds allows the computer to send a fairlylarge amount of

RS-232C Cable ConnectionC-14RS-232C Cable ConnectionPreparing an RS-232C CableAfter obtaining an RS-232C cable, check that it is wired correctly, refe

Appendix C Host Computer InterfaceC-15Connecting the Printer to the Computer1. Check that the power of both the printer and computer is switched off

RS-232C Cable ConnectionC-168. Set the computer to the same parameters as the printer. On many computers this can be done by setting DIP switches be

Appendix D IndicatorsD-1Appendix DIndicators

IndicatorsD-2IndicatorsWhether the indicator is lit, flashing or off is indicated as shown in the following diagram. Although there is fast flashing a

Appendix D IndicatorsD-3Processing dataThe printer is processing data, or the printer is waitingfor a code or command that the job is over.(In this e

IndicatorsD-4Paper jamPaper jam.Refer to the Installation Manual or Chapter 5 in thismanual, and remove the jammed paper.(In this example, the printer

Appendix D IndicatorsD-5Call-service person errorsWhen the indicators alternate between two different flashingstates as diagrammed below, one of the

IndicatorsD-6Controller system error (F3 error)Please contact your Kyocera dealer.

IntroductionxiiiENERGY STAR®As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Kyocera Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines forenergy

IndexIndex-1IndexCCap ... 4-2Cleaning... 4-9Clean

IndexIndex-2MMaintenance Indications...5-8Maintenance...4-1Manual feed tray...

IntroductionxivIntroductionThe Kyocera laser printer has many extremely desirable features. It was designed to make acontribution to a cleaner environ

IntroductionxvA new printer control language, PRESCRIBE 2ePRESCRIBE 2e provides features including advanced graphics capabilities that allow you to pr

IntroductionxviOptionsThe following options are available for this printer.PF-16 Paper feeder(250-sheet capacity [80g/m2, 0.11-mm paper thickness])PK-

IntroductionxviiContentsChapter 1 Installing the Page Printer ...1-1Environmental Requirements of the Page

IntroductionxviiiChapter 5 Troubleshooting... 5-1General Guide...

Introduction i Caution NO LIABILITY IS ASSUMED FOR ANY DAMAGE CAUSED BY IMPROPER INSTALLATION. Notice on Software____________________________________

Chapter 1 Installing the Page Printer1- 1Chapter 1Installing the PagePrinterThis chapter uses illustrations to explain the names of parts of thisprin

Environmental Requirements of the Page Printer1- 2Environmental Requirements of the Page PrinterPlaces to AvoidAvoid installing the printer in locatio

Chapter 1 Installing the Page Printer1- 3·Level and well supportedPlace the printer on a sturdy table or desk. Do not place the printer on an unstabl

Environmental Requirements of the Page Printer1- 4Power SupplyThe printer should not be on the same power circuit as an air conditioner, fluorescent l

Chapter 1 Installing the Page Printer1- 5GroundingBe sure to connect the ground wire for the printer's power supply to the ground terminal of th

Environmental Requirements of the Page Printer1- 6Basic handling precautionsRemoving or changing parts other than disposable parts is prohibited. For

Chapter 1 Installing the Page Printer1- 7List of packaged contentsContents of Printer BoxPrinter (FS-680) Power Cord Toner Container (TK

Moving the Printer1- 8Moving the PrinterNote the following items when moving the printer.Be sure to lift the printer gently, keeping it horizontal, to

Chapter 1 Installing the Page Printer1- 9Names of Parts Front ViewControl PanelSub TrayManual feed trayPaper CassetteFace-Down Output TrayFace-Up Out

Names of Parts1- 10 Interior ViewToner Container Release Lever (Green)Top CoverProcess Unit

IntroductioniiIBM PROGRAM LICENSE AGREEMENTTHE DEVICE YOU HAVE PURCHASED CONTAINS ONE OR MORE SOFTWARE PROGRAMS (“PROGRAMS”) WHICH BELONG TOINTERNATIO

Chapter 1 Installing the Page Printer1- 11Setup and ConnectionsSet up the printer according to the following steps.1. Install the printer on the pape

Setup and Connections1- 121. Install the printer on the paper feeder. (Option)Align the installation holes on the bottom of the printer with the posit

Chapter 1 Installing the Page Printer1- 132. Remove the process unit protective cover.1. Open the printer top cover all the way.2. Lift the process u

Setup and Connections1- 143. Pull and remove the process unit protective cover and give the process unit a horizontal shake of4 to 5 times. 4. Insta

Chapter 1 Installing the Page Printer1- 153. Install the toner container.1. Take the toner container from the bag. Shake the toner container with the

Setup and Connections1- 164. Check that the toner container is installed in the correct position, and push forcefully on the top ofthe toner container

Chapter 1 Installing the Page Printer1- 175. Add paper.Try as much as possible to use fresh paper which has just been opened. Paper which has beensto

Setup and Connections1- 183. Adjust the position of the paper stopper located at the rear of the cassette. While holding up thepaper stopper, slide th

Chapter 1 Installing the Page Printer1- 195. Close the cassette cover.6.Insert the paper cassette into the slot in the printer. Push it straight in a

Setup and Connections1- 206. Open the paper stopper on the face-down tray.Raise the paper stopper on the face-down tray as shown in the figure.7. Open

Introductioniii3. Limitation of RemediesIBM’s entire liability under this license is the following;1) For any claim (including fundamental breach), in

Chapter 1 Installing the Page Printer1- 218. Connect the printer to the computer.CAUTIONBefore performing this step, be sure to turn off the printer

Setup and Connections1- 22Parallel Interface Connection1.Plug one end of the printer cable into the connector on the printer marked with a (parallel)

Chapter 1 Installing the Page Printer1- 239. Attach the power cord.CAUTIONBe sure the printer's power switch is turned off.Note_________________

Setup and Connections1- 2410. Test the printer.Use the following procedure to test the printer and print out a status page indicating factory settings

Chapter 1 Installing the Page Printer1- 2511. Test the interface with the computer.In order to check that the printer and the computer are properly c

Setup and Connections1- 2612. Install the printer driver.A CD-ROM containing a printer driver for Windows (Windows3.1, Windows 95, Windows 98, andWind

Chapter 1 Installing the Page Printer1- 273.The printer folder will open. Double click on Add printer.Windows 95 Windows 984.The Printer W

Setup and Connections1- 288.Select Kyocera FS-680, click on Next >, and follow the on-screen instructions to install. Once the driver has been

Chapter 1 Installing the Page Printer1- 29Installing Under Windows3.11.Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of the computer.2.Double clic

Setup and Connections1- 304.Click on Add >>.5.A screen for List of Printers: will appear. From the choices, click on Install Unlisted or U

IntroductionivTypeface Trademark Acknowledgement_________________________________________________All resident fonts in this printer are licensed from

Chapter 1 Installing the Page Printer1- 316.Click on Install.7.The Install Driver menu will appear. Enter [CD-ROM Drive Name]: \ and click on 

Expanding Memory1- 32Expanding MemoryThe printer comes standard equipped with 4 MB of main memory. However, more complex pages canbe printed and proc

Chapter 1 Installing the Page Printer1- 33The description given below is intended for service personnel.Precautions on the Handling of Extended SIMMS

Expanding Memory1- 34Installing SIMMInsert the SIMM into the socket on the printer's main board.WARNINGTake precautions that no foreign substance

Chapter 1 Installing the Page Printer1- 35Draw the main circuit board all way out of the printer as follows:1. Turn the printer's power off. Un

Expanding Memory1- 363.Pull the main circuit board all the way out of the printer.CautionBefore pulling the main board out, clean the area on the tabl

Chapter 1 Installing the Page Printer1- 374.Insert the connector end of the SIMM into the socket. Carefully push the board upright until itsnaps into

Expanding Memory1- 385. To remove the SIMM, carefully pull the end catches sideways slightly and tilt the SIMM to theleft as shown, then pull the SIM

Chapter 1 Installing the Page Printer1- 39Testing Extended Memory1.Check that the power switch is off, plug the power cord into the printer, and turn

Chapter 2 Operating the Page Printer2-1Chapter 2Operating the PagePrinterThis chapter explains the printer's control panel and operatingprocedur

IntroductionvFCC statementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device ma

Control Panel2-2Control PanelThe printer control panel consists of indicators and various keys.ON LINE/A4 IndicatorDATA/LTR IndicatorMANUAL/LGL Indica

Chapter 2 Operating the Page Printer2-3IndicatorsRefer to the table below for the names and meanings of indicators on the control panel.Indicators on

Control Panel2-4Control KeysThe functions of the control keys are given in the table below.FunctionKeyPrimarySecondary(when pressed with SHIFT key)ON

Chapter 2 Operating the Page Printer2-5KIR LevelThis printer incorporates the KIR (Kyocera Image Refinement) smoothing function. KIR provides highqua

KIR Level2-6KIR Setting DescriptionOptimized stripes The current KIR setting is optimal.Dark vertical stripes Set the KIR mode to OFF.White vertical s

Chapter 2 Operating the Page Printer2-7Ecoprint modeThe Ecoprint enables you to reduce the amount of toner consumed on the page so as to save yourpri

Manual Paper Feeding2-8Manual Paper FeedingManual paper feeding enables you to print on special paper without having to reload the paper feedcassette.

Chapter 2 Operating the Page Printer2-92. Fold the sub-tray outward, then adjust the paper guides to the size of the manually fed paper.3. Making sur

Manual Paper Feeding2-105.Press the ON LINE/STATUS key. (The ON LINE/A4 and MANUAL/LGL indicators stop flashing and stay lit.)6. Send printing comman

Chapter 2 Operating the Page Printer2-11Auto Manual FeedingFeeding one sheet of paper at a time from the manual tray is possible even if the current

IntroductionviInterface connectorsImportant note on the interface connectorsBe sure to turn off printer power before connecting or disconnecting an in

Manual Paper Feeding2-12Returning the Manual Feed TrayReturn the manual feed tray to its original position by reversing steps 1 to 2 (pages 2-8 and 2-

Chapter 3 Fonts3-1This chapter describes the types of fonts you can use with theprinter, including the printers resident and KPDL fonts (option),and

Bitmap and Scalable Fonts3-2FontsA font is a set of characters of a particular design. The design is referred to as a typeface. Severalcharacteristics

Chapter 3 Fonts3-3List of FontsThis section contains a full list of the printers resident scalable fonts.Bitmap FontsThe printer has 80 bitmap fonts

List of Fonts3-4Resident Scalable Fonts (1)

Chapter 3 Fonts3-5Resident Scalable Fonts (2)

List of Fonts3-6KPDL Fonts (1)

Chapter 3 Fonts3-7KPDL Fonts (2)

Chapter 4 Maintenance4-1Chapter 4 MaintenanceThis chapter explains how to maintenance the printer. This onlycovers replacing the toner container and

Toner Container Replacement 4-2 Toner Container Replacement When the printer runs low on toner, TONER indicator flashes on the control panel. Be su

IntroductionviiCAUTIONLASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS.∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ Use of controls or adjustment

Chapter 4 Maintenance4-3Notes_____________________________________________________________________· Do not use the toner inside the old toner contain

Toner Container Replacement4-4Replenishing Toner1.Open the top cover.2.Slide the toner container release lever to the right to release the old toner c

Chapter 4 Maintenance4-53.Use the cap provided in this toner kit to cover the removed toner container as shown in the diagram below. This is to preve

Toner Container Replacement4-65.Take the new toner container from the toner kit. Shake the toner container with the protective seal (orange-colored) f

Chapter 4 Maintenance4-77.Align the ends of the toner container with the grooves to the left and right inside the printer and install.8.Check that th

Toner Container Replacement4-8Note______________________________________________________________________Make sure that the toner container is properly

Chapter 4 Maintenance4-9CleaningTo avoid print quality problems, the interior of the printer must be cleaned with every toner containerreplacement.No

Cleaning4-102.Use the cleaning cloth provided together with this kit to clean dust and dirt away from the registration roller and laser scanner cover

Chapter 4 Maintenance4-113.After cleaning is done, install the process unit in the printer. In doing so, carefully align the guidesat the both ends o

Chapter 5 Troubleshooting5-1Chapter 5TroubleshootingThis chapter explains how to handle printer problems which mayoccur. If a problem cannot be corre

IntroductionviiiCDRH regulationsThe Center of Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration implemented regulations

General Guide5-2General GuideThere are quite a few printer problems which may be corrected by the user. This section explains howto correct these pro

Chapter 5 Troubleshooting5-3Symptom Check Items Corrective ActionNothing lights on thecontrol panel evenwhen power is turnedon and the fan makesno no

Print Quality Problems5-4Print Quality ProblemsThere are many possible causes of the print quality problems, such as blank output, shown in thetable b

Chapter 5 Troubleshooting5-5Printed Results Corrective ActionDropouts, horizontal streaks, stray dots Clean the laser scanner cover glass.Open the pr

Print Quality Problems5-6Printed Results Corrective ActionThe image is smeared. Clean the laser scanner cover glass.Open the printer's top cover.

Chapter 5 Troubleshooting5-7Printed Results Corrective ActionDirt on the top edge or back of the paper Check the transfer roller.Lift the process uni

Indicators5-8IndicatorsThis section explains the indicators on the control panel and the appropriate corrective action to takein each case.Whether the

Chapter 5 Troubleshooting5-9Indicators Corrective ActionAdd a sheet of paper to the manual feed tray, and press the ON LINE/STATUS key. Printing will

Indicators5-10Indicators Corrective ActionA failure requiring the attention of service personnel has occurred.A failure requiring the attention of ser

Chapter 5 Troubleshooting5-11Error IndicationsIndicators Corrective ActionCurrent print processing cannot continue due to insufficient memory.Check a