Kyocera FS-6700 Manuel d'utilisateur

Users ManualKyocera Laser PrinterFS-6700Table of Contents

ixIntroductionOzone concentrationThe printer generates ozone gas (O3) which may concentrate in the place of installation and causean unpleasant smell.

2-31Chapter 2 Operating the Laser Printer2.9. KIR LevelThis printer incorporates the KIR (Kyocera Image Refinement) smoothing function. KIRprovides h

2-32KIR Setting DescriptionOptimized stripes The current KIR setting is optimal.Dark vertical stripes The KIR mode currently set is too strong. Set th

2-33Chapter 2 Operating the Laser PrinterSelecting KIR Mode1. Pressing the MODE key will put the printer in Mode Select mode.2. Press + or – to selec

2-342.10. Ecoprint ModeThe Ecoprint enables you to reduce the amount of toner consumed on the page so as to save yourprinting costs.NoteThe Ecoprint s

2-35Chapter 2 Operating the Laser Printer2.11. Resource ProtectionWhen you switch from the HP LaserJet 5M emulation to another, all downloaded fonts

2-36Selecting Resource Protection Mode1. Pressing the MODE key will put the printer in Mode Select mode.2. Press + or – to select Others >.3. Press

2-37Chapter 2 Operating the Laser Printer2.12. Adjusting the Print DensityIf necessary, the print density can be adjusted from the MODE SELECT MENU.

2-382.13. Setting the Audio Warning (Buzzer)In addition to the message displayed when the paper supply is exhausted, or when paper jammingoccurs, an a

2-39Chapter 2 Operating the Laser PrinterType of Error and Corresponding Audio Alarm (Buzzer)Priority Error Message Alarm Frequency RemarkReplace Ton

2-40The alarm will continue to sound while the error condition continues (if the printer is in the sleepmode, the alarm will be silent for that period

xIntroductionIMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS1. Read all of these instructions and save these instructions for later use.2. Unplug this product from the wall outl

2-41Chapter 2 Operating the Laser Printer2.14. Memory CardsThis printer is equipped with memory card slots. This allows, for example, the use of fon

2-42NotesFollow the precautions below when handling memory cards.● Memory cards are sensitive to static electricity. Before handling a memory card, b

2-43Chapter 2 Operating the Laser PrinterNote that only reading fonts and printing a list of partitions are possible when a font card isinserted. Th

2-44Reading Macros from a Memory CardMacro data on a memory card can be registered on the printer. Registered macro data can beused just like macro d

2-45Chapter 2 Operating the Laser PrinterReading Data (Partitions) from a Memory CardSpecified data (partitions) on a memory card can be read into pr

2-46Writing Data (Partitions) to a Memory CardData sent from the computer can be written on a memory card. Data written on the card can beread into p

2-47Chapter 2 Operating the Laser Printer5. Press the FORM FEED key. The printer will automatically print the data just written (examplebelow). Thi

2-48Deleting Data from a Memory CardIt is possible to delete data names on a memory card one at a time. Check that the memory cardcan be written (tha

2-49Chapter 2 Operating the Laser Printer1. Bring up the menu >Format on the message display.2. Press the ENTER key. ? will appear.3. Pressing the

2-50Printing a List of Data Names (Partitions)This operation prints the contents (data names, data size, etc.) of the memory card inserted in thememor

xiIntroduction11. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel underthe following conditions:A - When t

3-1Chapter 3 FontsThis chapter describes the types of fonts you can use withthe printer, including the printer’s resident fonts, and symbolsets.3.1. R

3-23.1. Resident FontsA font is a set of characters of a particular design. The design is referred to as a typeface. Severalcharacteristics identify a

3-3Chapter 3 FontsThis section contains a full list of the printer’s resident fonts. You can print the same font list fromthe printer by using the pri

3-4Resident Scalable Fonts (1)3.2. List of Fonts

3-5Chapter 3 FontsResident Scalable Fonts (2)

List of Fonts3-6KPDL Fonts (1)

Chapter 3 Fonts3-7KPDL Fonts (2)

3-83.3. Symbol Set3.3. Symbol setA symbol set is the set of alphabetical and numerical characters and symbols the printer prints.Each character is as

3-9Chapter 3 FontsTable 3.1. Bitmap Fonts Symbol setsSSET value SSET ID Symbol set4 0D ISO-60 Norway9 0I ISO-15 Italian14 0N ECMA-94 Latin 119 0S ISO

3-103.3. Symbol SetTable 3.2. Scalable Fonts Symbol setsSSET value SSET ID Symbol set4 0D ISO-60 Norway9 0I ISO-15 Italian14 0N ECMA-94 Latin 119 0S

xiiIntroductionCE Marking Directiveaccording to Council Directive 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EECe 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EECManufacturer’s name: Kyocera Corpo

3-11Chapter 3 FontsSSET value SSET ID Symbol set269 8M Math 8277 8U HP Roman-8293 9E Windows Latin 2298 9J PC-1004308 9T PC-Turkish309 9U Windows330 1

4-1Chapter 4 MaintenanceThis printer is designed to provide years of trouble-freeservice without the necessity of printer module replacement.However,

4-24.1. Toner Kit ReplacementThe toner container in the printer should be replaced as soon as the message display showsToner low TK-20 Clean printer o

4-3Chapter 4 MaintenanceToner Kit to be UsedThe toner kit to be used with this printer is the TK-20/TK-20H. It contains the following:● Toner containe

4-4To replace the toner container, proceed as follows.1. Open the printer’s top cover all the way.2. Press the toner container release lever (Green) t

4-5Chapter 4 Maintenance3. Put the old toner container in the plastic bag supplied with the toner kit. Dispose of the tonercontainer.NoteThe old toner

4-65. The bottom of the toner container is sealed with a plastic strip. Carefully pull the sealing strip offthe toner container, making sure not to le

4-7Chapter 4 Maintenance7. When the toner container is installed correctly on the developer, push the top of the tonercontainer unit (“PUSH HERE”) unt

4-8Replace the Waste Toner BottleNoteWhen replacing the toner container, the used waste toner bottle in the printer should also bereplaced with a new

4-9Chapter 4 Maintenance3. Cap the waste toner bottle after removing from the printer.4. To avoid toner spilling, place the capped waste toner bottle

xiiiIntroductionDeclaration of Conformity (Australia)Manufacturer’s name: Kyocera Corporation, Printer DivisionManufacturer’s address: 2-14-9 Tamagawa

4-105. Locate the new waste toner bottle in the toner kit, and install in the printer as shown below.NoteDo not cap the new waste toner bottle.Insert

4-11Chapter 4 Maintenance4.2. CleaningIn addition to the maintenance procedures described on the following pages, the charger wire inthe drum unit and

4-122. Pull the cleaning knob (Green) slowly in and out a few times. This pulls a cleaning pad insidethe drum unit along the wire.Cleaning the GridCle

4-13Chapter 4 Maintenance2. Attach the grid cleaner to the printer with the pad uppermost, as shown in the diagram.3. After attaching the grid cleaner

4-144. When the grid is clean, remove the grid cleaner from the printer and dispose of it. The gridcleaner is not re-usable.5. After cleaning the char

4-15Chapter 4 Maintenance2. Use the supplied cleaning brush to clean the entire length of the saw-toothed separator locatedbehind the transfer roller

5-1Chapter 5 TroubleshootingChapter 5TroubleshootingThis chapter explains how to handle printer problems whichmay or may not occur. The procedures are

5-25.1. General GuideIf the printer does not printIf nothing is displayed on the message display on the front control panel, then you probably have ap

5-3Chapter 5 Troubleshooting5.2. Power ProblemsNoteThe printer power rating must be within the voltage range in your country. If in doubt, consult you

5-45.3. Interface ProblemsIf the printer prints a status page correctly but does not print data from the computer correctly (orat all), there may be a

xivIntroductionCanadian Department of Communications compliance statementThis Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.Avis de confor

5-5Chapter 5 Troubleshooting5.4. Print Quality ProblemsPrint quality problems range from uneven tone to completely blank output. The troubleshootingpr

5-6Dropouts, horizontal streaks, stray dotsClean the charger wire.Open the printer side cover. Pull the green main charger wire cleaning knob slowly i

5-7Chapter 5 TroubleshootingThe image is smearedClean the charger wireOpen the printer’s side cover. Pull the green main charger wire cleaning knob sl

5-8Grey backgroundCheck the control panel.If the Toner low TK-20 Clean printer message is displayed and the indicator is flashing,install a new tone

5-9Chapter 5 TroubleshootingDirt on the top edge or back of the paperCheck the paper chute and the ramp.Draw out the paper feed unit and check for ton

5-105.5. Indicators and MessagesThe tables on the following pages indicate how to respond to problems indicated by the controlpanel symbolic indicator

5-11Chapter 5 TroubleshootingMaintenance MessagesTable 5.2 Maintenance MessagesMessage Corrective ActionOpen the top cover, then close tightly.Open t

5-12Message Corrective ActionOpen the top cover or the paper feed unit and correct the paperjam (or paper mis-feeding in the cassette). See Section 5.

5-13Chapter 5 TroubleshootingCall servicepersonEn:0123456Call servicepersonFn:0123456Message Corrective ActionMechanical error (n=0, 1, 2, ...)-Call a

5-14Error MessagesTable 5.3 Error MessagesMessage Corrective ActionThe total amount of data received by the printer exceeds theprinter’s internal mem

xvIntroductionDisclaimerWe shall have no liability or responsibility to customers or any other person or entity with respect toany liability, loss or

5-15Chapter 5 TroubleshootingMessage Corrective ActionYou have inserted the wrong memory card when the Insertagain message was displayed. Remove the w

5-16Message Corrective Action01:Data or memory card capacity is too large.• This error code appears if an attempt is made to write morethan 32 MB of d

5-17Chapter 5 TroubleshootingMessage Corrective Action09: The capacity of the memory card is insufficient. This errorcode appears when an attempt is

5-18Message Corrective ActionFIT (image FITting) flashes to indicate that a loss of raster dataoccurred when the data was compressed to be fitted with

5-19Chapter 5 Troubleshooting5.6. Correcting a Paper JamThe Paper jam message is displayed on the message display when paper becomes stuck in thepaper

5-20When the jammed paper has been removed, open and close the printer’s top cover or the paperfeed unit. Then the printer automatically warms up, goe

5-21Chapter 5 TroubleshootingFigure 5.3. Paper CassetteFigure 5.4. Registration RollerPaper Feed Unit

5-22If you cannot find a paper jam by pulling out the paper feed unit and paper cassette as shown inFigures 5.2 through 5.4 on the previous pages, try

6-1Chapter 6 Symbol Set TablesThe following tables show all the characters included in themost common symbol sets available with the five emulations.

6-26.1. HP LaserJet 5M Symbol Sets6.1. HP LaserJet 5M Symbol SetsLaserJet 5M HP Roman-8 (8U) LaserJet 5M ECMA-94 Latin 1 (0N)

xviIntroductionNoteThe magnet roller of the developer unit includes a powerful magnet. Do not allow wrist watches,floppy disks, credit cards or magne

6-3Chapter 6 Symbol Set TablesLaserJet 5M US Legal (1U) LaserJet 5M IBM PC-8 (10U)To have the printer print the characters of decimal numbers of 7thr

6-46.1. HP LaserJet 5M Symbol SetsTo have the printer print the characters of decimalnumbers of 7 through 15, and 27, set the printer to theHP PCL tr

6-5Chapter 6 Symbol Set TablesLaserJet 5M Dutch801-RomanSWM (6N) LaserJet 5M PS Math (5M)

6-66.1. HP LaserJet 5M Symbol SetsLaserJet 5M PS Text (10J) LaserJet 5M Math8 (8M)

6-7Chapter 6 Symbol Set TablesLaserJet 5M Pi Font (15U) LaserJet 5M MS publishing (6J)

6-86.1. HP LaserJet 5M Symbol SetsLaserJet 5M Windows (9U) LaserJet 5M Desktop (7J)

6-9Chapter 6 Symbol Set TablesLaserJet 5M ISO Latin 2 (2N) LaserJet 5M ISO Latin 5 (5N)

6-106.1. HP LaserJet 5M Symbol SetsLaserJet 5M Dutch801-RomanSWM (19L) LaserJet 5M Dutch801-RomanSWM (26U)

6-11Chapter 6 Symbol Set TablesLaserJet 5M Dutch801-RomanSWM (9J) LaserJet 5M Windows Latin 1 (19U)

6-126.1. HP LaserJet 5M Symbol SetsLaserJet 5M Windows Latin 2 (9E) LaserJet 5M Windows Latin 5 (5T)

xviiIntroductionENERGY STARSMAs an ENERGY STAR Partner, Kyocera Corporation has determined that this product meets theENERGY STAR guidelines for energ

6-13Chapter 6 Symbol Set TablesLaserJet 5M PC-852 Latin 2 (17U) LaserJet 5M PC-Turkish (9T)

6-146.1. HP LaserJet 5M Symbol SetsMacintosh (12J)

6-15Chapter 6 Symbol Set TablesLaserJet 5M International Characters35 36 64 91 92 93 94 96 123 124 125 1260U#$@[ \ ]^‘{ | }~ISO-6 US ASCII1E£$@[ \ ]^

A-1Appendix A Printer SpecificationsAppendix APrinter SpecificationsA.1. Printer Specifications ...A-2

A-2Item DescriptionPrinting method Electrophotography, laser scan.Printing speed 20 pages/minute (A4 or letter-size paper, landscape feed)(when printi

A-3Appendix A Printer SpecificationsItem DescriptionFuser Heat rollerToner saving Ecoprint modePaper Plain paper. See Appendix B.Paper feed trays Cas

B-1Appendix B Paper SelectionAppendix BPaper SelectionB.1. General Guidelines ... B- 2B.2. Selecting t

B-2B.1. General GuidelinesB.1.General GuidelinesAlthough the page printer is designed for printing on standard dry PPC photocopier copy paper(standar

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

B-4B.2.Selecting the Right PaperThe following sections explain the basic things to look for when selecting paper.Keep these things in mind when select

xviiiIntroductionKyocera ECO-PRODUCTThis product has been developed and manufactured with the express interest of reducing theimpact on the environmen

B-5Appendix B Paper SelectionPaper SizeCassettes and the multi-purpose tray can handle the paper sizes listed in the following table. Theprinter aut

B-6SmoothnessAlthough it is important to use paper with a smooth and even surface, do not use paper which hasbeen coated. Paper that is too smooth, c

B-7Appendix B Paper SelectionMoisture ContentMoisture content is defined as the percent ratio of moisture to the dry mass of the paper. Moisturecan a

B-8StiffnessPaper that is too limp or too stiff may fold or bend inside the printer, resulting in a paper jam.CurlMost paper has a natural tendency to

B-9Appendix B Paper SelectionSpecially treated paperWe recommend that you avoid using paper listed below which has been specially treated, even if it

B-10B.3.Special PaperThis section explains printing on special paper.The page printer can use the following types of special paper.(1) Colored paper(2

B-11Appendix B Paper SelectionSpecifications for each type of special paper are given below.Colored PaperColored paper should meet the same specifica

B-12NotesWhen using OHP film, set the Paper type setting on the Mode Select Menu to Extra thickand feed the OHP film one at a time from the multi-purp

B-13Appendix B Paper SelectionLabelsThe basic rule for printing on adhesive labels is that the adhesive must never come into contactwith any part of

B-14Table B.4 lists the specifications for adhesive label paper.Table B.4 Adhesive Label Specifications Item SpecificationWeight of top sheet 4

iIntroductionCautionNO LIABILITY IS ASSUMED FOR ANY DAMAGE CAUSED BY IMPROPER INSTALLATION.Notice on SoftwareSOFTWARE USED WITH THIS PRINTER MUST SUPP

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

C-1Appendix C Host Computer InterfaceThis appendix describes the signals used in the laserprinter’s parallel, RS-232C/RS-422A interfaces. It also lis

C-2C.1.Parallel InterfaceParallel interface communication modesThe printer features the fast data transmission on the parallel interface. The parallel

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

C-4Pin In/out Description19 — Ground return20 — Ground return21 — Ground return22 — Ground return23 — Ground return24 — Ground return25 — Ground retur

C-5Appendix C Host Computer InterfaceData 0 [1] to Data 7 [8] (Pins 2 to 9)These eight signals form the data byte sent from the host computer to the

C-6+5V DC (Pin 18)This line is connected to the printer’s +5V DC line (+5V ±0.5V, 250 mA [Serial and Parallel total]maximum, fused).Prime [nInit] (Pin

C-7Appendix C Host Computer InterfaceC.2.Serial (RS-232C/RS-422A) InterfaceRS-232C interfaceInterface SignalsThe pins of the printer’s RS-232C interf

C-8RXD - Receive Data - (Pin 3)This input carries serial asynchronous data sent by the computer to the printer.RTS - Request To Send - (Pin 4)This out

C-9Appendix C Host Computer InterfaceRS-422A interfaceThe serial interface of this printer was set to RS-232C mode before leaving the factory. Howeve

C-10Withdrawing the Main Circuit Board from the PrinterNoteBe sure to remove the memory card first if inserted in the printer’s memory card slot.Withd

xxIntroductionHigh speed printingA3-size pages typically print at a rate of 11 pages per minute, B4 at 12.5 pages per minute, and A4(landscape feed) a

C-11Appendix C Host Computer Interface3. Pull the main circuit board all the way out of the printer.NoteBefore pulling the main board out, clean an a

C-12Verifying the SettingThe procedure described below should be followed to verify that the RS-422A mode had beencorrectly set. Print the service sta

C-13Appendix C Host Computer InterfaceOverview of Signals (RS-422A)FG - Frame Ground - (Pin 1)This pin is connected directly to the printer frame.RDA

C-14C.3.RS-232C/RS-422A ProtocolA protocol is a set of rules the computer follows in sending data to the printer. The RS-232C/RS-422A parameters are s

C-15Appendix C Host Computer InterfaceH4: ParityParameter value Meaning0 None1 Odd2Even3 IgnoreThe factory setting is “None” (0 on the status printou

C-16H7: Buffer nearly-empty thresholdThis is a percentage from 0 to 99. The factory setting is 70.The factory settings of the buffer nearly-full and n

C-17Appendix C Host Computer InterfaceC.4.RS-232C Cable ConnectionPreparing an RS-232C CableAfter obtaining an RS-232C cable, check that it is wired

C-18Connecting the Printer to the Computer1. Check that the power of both the printer and computer is switched off.2. Discharge yourself by touching a

C-19Appendix C Host Computer Interface8. Set the computer to the same parameters as the printer. On many computers this can be doneby setting DIP swi

INDEX-1IndexIndexAATTENTION indicator... 2-5BBitmap fonts ... 3-2Buzzer ...

xxiIntroductionPDF417 two-dimensional bar codeThe printer includes the capability that allows the user to implement the two-dimensional stackedbar cod

INDEX-2IndexHHumidity...1-4IIndicator...5-10Install...

INDEX-3IndexRReduction ... 2-26Registration roller ... 4-15Resolution indicator.

Option 2Option 1NormalOnKPDL (AUTO)High SpeedSerialLine PrinterEmulation >HP LaserJet 5MInterface >ParallelNumber of copies001>Parallel I/FAu

Ignore CR CR and LF Ignore LF CR and LF>Print HEX-DUMP(*6)>Sleep timer030 min.>Form Feed Time Out 030 sec.MEMORY CARD >>LF action LF

OnOn 300 dpi Perm / Temp Permanent>>Developer>Resolution 600 dpi>Print density 03>Buzzer Off>Service >(*8)>Ecoprint mode Off&g

xxiiIntroductionLarge memory capacityThis printer comes standard equipped with 4 MB of memory. This can be extended up to 68 MB ofmemory through opti

xxiiiIntroductionContentsChapter 1 Installing the Printer... 1-11.1. Positioning the Printer ...

xxivIntroductionChapter 4 Maintenance... 4-14.1. Toner Kit Replacement ...

1-1Chapter 1 Installing the Page PrinterChapter 1Installing the PrinterThis chapter explains how to unpack and install the printer.The topics covered

1-21.1. Positioning the PrinterClearanceAllow at least the necessary minimum clearance around the printer (see below). A total space of103 cm by 65 cm

1-3Chapter 1 Installing the Page PrinterPlaces to AvoidAvoid installing the printer in locations subject to:● Direct drafts of hot or cold air● Direct

1-4Basic requirementsThe printer will work best if it is installed in a location that is:● Near the computerIf the parallel interface is used to conne

iiIntroductionIBM PROGRAM LICENSE AGREEMENTTHE DEVICE YOU HAVE PURCHASED CONTAINS ONE OR MORE SOFTWARE PROGRAMS (“PROGRAMS”) WHICHBELONG TO INTERNATIO

1-5Chapter 1 Installing the Page PrinterPower SupplyThe printer should not be on the same power circuit as an air conditioner, fluorescent light, copi

1-61.2. Unpacking and InspectionThe printer is packed as shown below. Unpack the printer following diagrams 1 and 2 below.While unpacking it, check th

1-7Chapter 1 Installing the Page PrinterTo remove the printer from the box, grasp the handholds on either side of the printer. Lift the printerfrom th

1-8Paper Full SensorFace-downOutput TrayControl PanelMulti-PurposeTr ay(MP Tray)Power SwitchSide CoverPaper Feed UnitRelease LeverPaper CassetteMemory

1-9Chapter 1 Installing the Page PrinterInterior View Rear View*: To protect the printer against static discharge, the connector mustbe covered with t

1-101.4. Setting Up and InterfacingBefore you can use the printer for the first time, you must set up the printer by installing the printercomponents

1-11Chapter 1 Installing the Page Printer1. Open the Top Cover1. Remove the packing tape from the printer.2. Open the printer top cover all the way.2.

1-123. The bottom of the toner container is sealed with a sealing strip. Peel off the seal on the tonercontainer and carefully pull off and dispose of

1-13Chapter 1 Installing the Page Printer5. When the toner container is installed correctly on the developer, push the top of the containerunit (“PUSH

1-144. Install the Waste Toner BottleThe waste toner bottle is in the toner kit supplied with the printer. The waste toner bottle must beinstalled in

iiiIntroduction3. Limitation of RemediesIBM’s entire liability under this license is the following;1) For any claim (including fundamental breach), in

1-15Chapter 1 Installing the Page Printer3. Insert the waste toner bottle with the bottle tilted slightly towards you as shown in the figure.4. Ensuri

1-16 5. Adjusting the Paper Guides of the Paper CassetteBy adjusting the position of the paper guides and paper stopper inside the cassette included w

1-17Chapter 1 Installing the Page Printer1. Open the cassette cover.2. Adjust the paper guides. Adjust by pressing the lock levers as shown in the fi

1-183. Check the position of the paper guides and release the lock levers.4. Align the paper stopper to the correct position for the paper size to be

1-19Chapter 1 Installing the Page Printer6. Add PaperBe sure to use paper that has been unwrapped as recently as possible. Paper which has beenexpose

1-202. Set the paper in the cassette. The paper size must match the cassette size. Tap the edges ofthe paper to align them neatly.Don’t put in more pa

1-21Chapter 1 Installing the Page Printer3. Set the clips at the two corners as shown below.NoteSome types of paper (such as thick paper) may be hard

1-224. Close the paper cassette cover.5. Insert the paper cassette into the printer cassette slot. Push it straight as far as it will go. Cassette Cov

1-23Chapter 1 Installing the Page Printer7. Open the Paper Stopper on the Face-down Output Tray (if required)Open the paper stopper as shown below.Not

1-249. Connect the Printer to the ComputerThe printer has two computer cable connectors and a slot for installing an option interface. The onemarked “

ivIntroductionTypeface Trademark AcknowledgementAll resident fonts in this printer are licensed from Bitstream Inc., Cambridge, Massachusetts, U.S.A.D

1-25Chapter 1 Installing the Page PrinterParallel interfacePlug one end of the cable into the connector marked Parallel ( ) on the printer. Close the

1-2610. Attach the Power Cord1. Check that the power switch is off.2. Plug one end of the power cord into the receptacle at the back of the printer.3.

1-27Chapter 1 Installing the Page Printer12. Test the Interface with the ComputerTest that the printer and computer are correctly connected. If you ha

1-2813. Set the Emulation ModeThe printer emulates the operation of five other printers. It is factory-set to emulate the HPLaserJet 5M at power-up. I

1-29Chapter 1 Installing the Page Printer2. Double click Add Printer.3.Add Printer Wizard will be shown. Follow the instructions on your screen.When y

1-30Windows 3.1To install the printer driver for Windows 3.1, proceed as follows:1. Insert the Kyocera Digital Library CD-ROM in your CD-ROM drive.2.

1-31Chapter 1 Installing the Page Printer1.5. Multi-Purpose Tray FeedingThe multi-purpose tray is incorporated in the front of the printer. It can be

1-322. Withdraw the sub tray as shown in the diagram.3. Adjust the paper guides to the size of the paper being fed.4. Check that the printer is Ready.

1-33Chapter 1 Installing the Page Printer6. Load the paper.7. Press the MODE key and then the + (output select) key or – (paper feed select) key sever

1-34Setting Each ModeFirst Mode (Automatic Manual Feeding)The printer automatically feeds the paper placed on the multi-purpose tray regardless of the

vIntroductionFCC statementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) This device may

1-35Chapter 1 Installing the Page PrinterCassette mode1. Press the MODE key to display MP tray mode >.2. After pressing the ENTER key, ? is display

1-36Manual mode1. Press the MODE key to display MP tray mode >.2. After pressing the ENTER key, ? is displayed in the lower left, then the mode dis

1-37Chapter 1 Installing the Page PrinterFeeding EnvelopesEnvelopes should be fed face up, right side first, as shown below. From the Mode Select Menu

1-381.6. Memory CardA memory card is a microchip card containing, for example, nonresident fonts and/or macros,forms, etc. The printer reads the conte

1-39Chapter 1 Installing the Page Printer3. Switch printer power on. The printer reads the contents of the memory card during its power-upsequence. Th

1-401.7. Memory Expansion InstallationIn this section is explained how to expand the printer’s memory. Expanded printer memory enablesyou to print mor

1-41Chapter 1 Installing the Page PrinterRemoving the Main Circuit BoardThe main circuit board of the printer is equipped with two sockets for memory

1-423. Pull the main circuit board all the way out of the printer.NoteBefore pulling the main board out, clean an area on the table, etc., at the back

1-43Chapter 1 Installing the Page PrinterInstalling and Removing SIMMsInstalling SIMMsInsert the SIMM into the socket as shown below.1. Insert the con

1-44Removing SIMMsTo remove a SIMM, carefully pull the end catches slightly outwards and tilt the SIMM as shown,then pull the SIMM out of the socket.R

viIntroductionTo use equipment which does not comply with FCC rules is prohibited.The printer may be optionally installed with the following units:Con

2-1Chapter 2 Operating the Laser PrinterThis chapter explains the printer’s control panel andoperating procedures. It covers the fundamental informat

2-22.1. Control PanelThe printer control panel comprises a message display, keys, and indicators, as shown below.Symbolic Indicators (☞ Page 2-6)Messa

2-3Chapter 2 Operating the Laser PrinterMessage DisplayThe message display gives information in the form of short messages. The seven messages listed

2-4Interface IndicatorThe interface indicator shows which of the printer’s interfaces is currently active. It uses thefollowing abbreviations:PAR Stan

2-5Chapter 2 Operating the Laser PrinterPaper Size IndicatorThe paper size indicator indicates the paper size of the cassette currently installed in

2-6Symbolic IndicatorsThe symbolic indicators light during normal operation and when the printer needs attention.2.1. Control PanelFace-downstack ind

2-7Chapter 2 Operating the Laser PrinterControl KeysThe control panel keys are used to configure the printer.NoteSettings made with these keys effect

2-8Key Function— 1. Enables access to the desired item or entering of numeric values. In some of thecontrol procedures, the (CONTINUE) and (FORM F

2-9Chapter 2 Operating the Laser Printer2.2. Operating ProceduresThis section explains basic operations of the printer and procedures leading up to a

2-10Switching Power OnCheck that the power cord is securely plugged in at both ends. Check that the printer is connectedto the computer (See page 1-24

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

2-11Chapter 2 Operating the Laser PrinterBasic Printing OperationsThe flow of basic operations to print is given below. Keys on the control panel ar

2-12Selecting the Output TrayPrinted paper can be output on either the face-up output tray or the face-down output tray.Selecting the face-up output t

2-13Chapter 2 Operating the Laser PrinterFeed SelectionUse the FEED key to select whether to feed paper from the paper feed cassette or the multi-pur

2-14Switching Online/OfflineAfter printing starts, it is possible to interrupt printing to check whether the print job is coming outas anticipated.Pre

2-15Chapter 2 Operating the Laser PrinterCanceling PrintingPerform the following procedure when you wish to cancel printing after it has begun.1. Che

2-16Press the CANCEL key again if you wish to stop the cancellation of printing.Press the ON LINE key to put the printer back online to continue with

2-17Chapter 2 Operating the Laser PrinterSample Status Page145623789

2-181 Software versionThis information shows the software version and date of issue of the printer.2 Hardware informationThis information shows the cu

2-19Chapter 2 Operating the Laser Printer8 Fonts at startup (for each interface)This shows the font automatically selected when the printer starts up

2-20Form FeedThe message Waiting may be displayed in the message display when you get to the end of aprint job. This occurs when the software does no

viiiIntroductionCAUTIONLaser Radiation when remove the Laser Scanner Unit Cover in the printer.DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL IN

2-21Chapter 2 Operating the Laser Printer2.3. Mode Selection MenuThis section explains the menu hierarchy used for all menus which can be set and sel

2-22Menu Description Default SettingEmulation > Switches the printer emulation. HP LaserJet 5MThe key allows access to sub item >Code set.Font

2-23Chapter 2 Operating the Laser PrinterMenu Description Default SettingDuplex mode* This is displayed when an optional duplex printing unit None(DU

2-242.4. Configuring InterfacesThe printer is equipped with both a parallel and serial interface. Independent settings can bemade for each interface.

2-25Chapter 2 Operating the Laser Printer2.5. Emulation SelectionThe following emulations can be selected for this printer. The emulation selected is

2-262.6. Reduction (Page Set)Make settings on the page set menu to print at a reduced size. This menu is used to set thesource paper size and the pap

2-27Chapter 2 Operating the Laser PrinterSource Size-Target Size CombinationsSource Size Indicator Target Size Indicator Reduction/Enlargement RatioC

2-282.7. Sleep Timer SettingThis printer is equipped with a sleep timer function for conserving energy in cases where there hasbeen no operation from

2-29Chapter 2 Operating the Laser PrinterSelecting Sleep Timer Mode1. Pressing the MODE key will put the printer in Mode Select mode.2. Press + or –

2-302.8. Dumping Received DataIt is possible to print data received by the printer as hexadecimal code for the purposes ofdebugging programs and files