Agfa TM 14ADV User Manual

TM14ADVUSER’S MANUAL14 ppm page printer

User’s Manual iiiChapter 4 Enhancing and Customizing the Printer ... 4–1Adding RAM...

User’s Manual 4-15ENHANCING &CUSTOMIZINGAdding Duplex UnitAdding DuplexUnitDifferent Paper Tray SizesThe printer or paper feeder is shipped with a

4-16 User’s ManualAdding Duplex UnitTo print data using the duplex unit with the printer in the FPSemulation, the total capacity of printer’s RAMs mus

User’s Manual 5-1MAINTENANCE5CHAPTERMaintenanceThis chapter covers preventive maintenance, periodic routinemaintenance, and repacking the printer for

5-2 User’s ManualTable 5-1 lists the printer’s periodic routine maintenance andindicates when this maintenance should be performed.Table 5–1 Periodi

User’s Manual 5-3MAINTENANCEyou can only print about 20 more pages. Under the toner emptycondition (no toner), the printer will not work.Important:Wh

5-4 User’s Manual4. Remove the toner bottlefrom its envelope.5. Fully shake the tonerbottle.6. Remove the plastic sealfrom the toner bottle. Pulloff t

User’s Manual 5-5MAINTENANCE8. Lock the toner bottle.Push the toner bottlebackward until it clicks intoplace.9. Close the upper door.Notice:Do not rem

5-6 User’s ManualPeriodic Routine Maintenance3. Unlock the cleaner. Pushdown the handle of thecleaner and push forward itto unlock the cleaner.4. Remo

User’s Manual 5-7MAINTENANCEPeriodic Routine Maintenance7. Mount a new cleaner padon the cleaner. Put thenew cleaner pad on thecleaner and slide thecl

5-8 User’s ManualPeriodic Routine MaintenanceFor the print unit life, this printer indicates the near end of life only.The printer message display beg

iv User’s ManualContentsChapter 6 Solving Problems ... 6–1Clearing Paper Jams ...

User’s Manual 5-9MAINTENANCETo remove the print unit, follow these steps:1. Open the upper door.2. Raise the green handles ofthe print unit.3. Remove

5-10 User’s ManualPeriodic Routine MaintenanceCleaning the Paper PathClean the paper path:• When replacing the print unit• After clearing a paper jam•

User’s Manual 5-11MAINTENANCEPeriodic Routine MaintenanceUse the cleaning brush supplied with the printer. This L-shaped toolhas two cleaning pads: o

5-12 User’s ManualPeriodic Routine MaintenanceInstalling the New Print UnitNotice:To avoid exposing the photoconductor drum to light orcontamination,

User’s Manual 5-13MAINTENANCEPeriodic Routine Maintenance3. Lower the print unit intothe printer. Grasp the printunit by its green handleswith the gre

5-14 User’s Manual4. Seat the print unit inplace. Press down gently onthe left and right portionsmarked PUSH until theguide pins at both sides ofthe p

User’s Manual 5-15MAINTENANCEPeriodic Routine MaintenancePOWERONLINEDATAERRORMFFPAPER SIZEPRINTFONTSELFTESTRESETCONT.ENTER–+MENUREADYFORMFEEDRESETMENU

5-16 User’s ManualPeriodic Routine Maintenance4. Press the button toselect this function.The message changes to<CLEAR WARNING>PRINT UNIT *. Th

User’s Manual 5-17MAINTENANCECleaning the Precharger WireThe precharger wire is on the print unit. Normally you should notneed to clean this wire. How

5-18 User’s ManualRepacking the PrinterRepacking thePrinterIf you need to ship your printer or store it for an extended time,protect it by packing it

User’s Manual vPrefaceThank you for purchasing the Fujitsu PrintPartner 14ADV Page Printer.The PrintPartner 14ADV is a 14-ppm, 600-dpi, laser printer.

User’s Manual 6-1SOLVINGPROBLEMS6CHAPTERSolving ProblemsAlthough this printer is designed to be highly reliable, you mayoccasionally experience proble

6-2 User’s Manual☞To clear a paper jam, follow these steps:Notice:Clear paper jams quickly to avoid problems with the fuser unit.Do not touch or scrat

User’s Manual 6-3SOLVINGPROBLEMS4a.Pull out the tray and raisethe left and right levers ofthe feed roller.Remove the sheet. Pull thejammed sheet gentl

6-4 User’s ManualClearing Paper Jams4c.Open the rear stacker atthe back of the printer.Draw out the paper guide.First push up the top edgeof the paper

User’s Manual 6-5SOLVINGPROBLEMSClearing Paper JamsRemove the sheet. Pull thejammed sheet gently not soas to remain pieces of paperin the printer.Caut

6-6 User’s ManualClearing Paper JamsClose the rear stacker.The following procedure is when your printer is equipped with anoptional duplex unit. Be f

User’s Manual 6-7SOLVINGPROBLEMSClearing Paper JamsRemove the sheet. Pull thejammed sheet gently not soas to remain pieces of paperin the printer.Afte

6-8 User’s ManualClearing Paper JamsClose the rear unit. Afterremoving the sheet, closethe rear unit until its locklatches. Be sure to returnthe pap

User’s Manual 6-9SOLVINGPROBLEMS6. Install the print unit.Grasp the print unit by itsgreen handles with thegreen drum surface facingyou.First, slide s

6-10 User’s ManualOperationalProblemsThe table below contains advice on dealing with repeated paper feedproblems.Problem Causes and solutionsPaper doe

vi User’s ManualTo run the Printer Driver, you need an IBM PC/AT or PS/2computer or compatible running MS-Windows 3.1/3.11 or MS-Windows 95.To run Mar

User’s Manual 6-11SOLVINGPROBLEMSThe most common cause of poor print quality is the dirty coronawire or precharger wire. A rare cause is the expired

6-12 User’s ManualProblem SolutionsPrinting is too light Turn the print density dialclockwise.Check to see if your paper is wet.Remove the print unit

User’s Manual 6-13SOLVINGPROBLEMSError IndicationsProblem SolutionsPages have toner stains or If this problem occurs after a papersmudging jam, print

6-14 User’s ManualMessage Causes and solutionsCOVER OPEN 1 Cause: Incomplete closing of upper doorSolution: Close the upper door.Note: See caution fol

User’s Manual 6-15SOLVINGPROBLEMSError IndicationsMessage Causes and solutionsMOTOR FAILURE n Cause: Malfunction in the feed motor,etc.Solution: If th

6-16 User’s ManualThese conditions, not errors, require you to take action. Thefollowing table lists the message indications, explains causes, andsugg

User’s Manual 6-17SOLVINGPROBLEMSPrinter statuses refer to conditions which generally require no actionby you. The following table lists the printer s

6-18 User’s ManualWarningMessagesWarning MessagesThis printer counts the number of the printed sheets to estimate thelife of the consumables (print un

User’s Manual A-1FONT SAMPLESAAPPENDIXFont SamplesThis appendix provides scanned print samples of the fonts resident in thisprinter. Resident fonts ar

A-2 User’s ManualScalable TrueType FontsScalable TrueType FontsFPS Mode09 Appendix A 07.08.1997, 11:42 Uhr2

User’s Manual viiControl PanelThe printer’s control panel incorporates two rows of buttons, with eachbutton having one or two labels (see below). The

User’s Manual B-1SUPPLIES ANDACCESSORIESBAPPENDIXSupplies and AccessoriesThis appendix provides ordering information on supplies requiredfor periodic

B-2 User’s ManualAccessoriesPart name (order number) DescriptionSerial interface board RS-232C/422A(CA04040-C801)LocalTalk board 2 AppleTalk compatibl

User’s Manual C-1SPECIFICATIONSCAPPENDIXSpecificationsSpecification DescriptionPrinting technology Semiconductor laser + electrophotographyEmulations

C-2 User’s ManualSpecification DescriptionSafety:Models Meets or complies withM3878SA14AVUL 1950CSA C22.2 No. 95021 CFR 1040.10, Class IM3878SB14AVEN

User’s Manual C-3SPECIFICATIONSSpecification DescriptionComputer interface Standard: Parallel (Centronics), conforming toIEEE 1284 (Compatible and Nib

C-4 User’s ManualSpecification DescriptionPaper Type Single sheet photocopy paper (equivalent toXerox 4024), bond paper, overheadtransparencies (equiv

User’s Manual GL-1GLOSSARYGlossaryApplication softwareA program that performs a particular task on a computer. Examplesare word processing, spreadshee

GL-2 User’s ManualGlossaryBitmapped fontA font in which the character images are defined by bit maps. Withbitmapped fonts, a separate set of definitio

User’s Manual GL-3GLOSSARYGlossaryEthernetA communication hardware for a high-speed network: developed byXerox Corporation.Factory defaultThe settings

GL-4 User’s ManualInterfaceThe means by which information is transferred from one part of asystem to another. For example, the cable between the print

viii User’s ManualChanging Message Language ( )You can select a language used for control panel messages. Selectablelanguages are English, French, Ger

User’s Manual GL-5GLOSSARYGlossaryOrientationThe direction of print on a page. Printing such that the shorter edgesof the paper are at the top and bot

GL-6 User’s ManualGlossaryPostscriptSee Page description language.Precharger wireA fine wire in the printer’s process cartridge that imparts an electr

User’s Manual GL-7GLOSSARYGlossaryResolutionThe fineness of the printing. Resolution depends on the number ofdots per inch. High resolution (with more

GL-8 User’s ManualGlossaryTonerElectrically charged carbon particles that adhere to charged areas onthe photoconductive drum to produce an image patte

User’s Manual IN-1INDEXIndexAAC power conditions 1–4 to 1–5Accessories, ordering information B–1Adjusting print density 1–27AUTOEXEC.BAT file 4–7BBitm

IN-2 User’s ManualIndexLetterhead 3–23, 3–32Light printoutSee Print density adjustmentLocalTalk interface 4–7Location of printer 1–4Loading paper 1–12

User’s Manual IN-3INDEXIndexdifferent size of 4–15loading paper 1–12 to 1–13ordering information B–2maximum number of sheets C–4selecting 3–10Parallel

IN-4 User’s ManualIndexPrinterconnecting to computer 1–17 to 1–18nomenclature 1–1 to 1–3operational problems 6–8repacking 5–18resetting 3–4, 3–6Printe

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User’s Manual 1-1GETTINGSTARTED1CHAPTERGetting StartedThis chapter provides complete setup instructions in the followingsections:•Getting Acquainted.

1-2 User’s ManualFigure 1–1 Front and right side viewFigure 1–2 Rear and left side viewGetting AcquaintedControl panelSlide cover(Font/emulation c

User’s Manual 1-3GETTINGSTARTEDGetting AcquaintedFrom optional paper trayFigure 1–3 Interior viewThe path from the paper tray to the top cover is fo

1-4 User’s ManualGetting ReadyGetting Readybelow+10°Cabove+35°CThis section will help you:• Choose a suitable location for the printer• Inventory the

User’s Manual FM-1Federal Communications CommissionRadio Frequency Interference StatementNotice: This equipment has been tested and found to comply wi

User’s Manual 1-5GETTINGSTARTED• Use only the power cordfurnished with the printer.Do not use an extensioncord.• Do not touch anyconnector contacts an

1-6 User’s Manual• An interface cable is not a standard accessory. Please purchasean appropriate cable according to the interface you intend touse.•

User’s Manual 1-7GETTINGSTARTEDThis section describes how to assemble the printer and connect thepower cord after choosing a suitable location for the

1-8 User’s ManualTo prepare the print unit and install the toner bottle, follow these steps:1. Open the upper door. Liftthe milled portions at thefron

User’s Manual 1-9GETTINGSTARTEDSetting Up6. Install toner bottle. Slideboth projecting guides of thetoner bottle into the groovesof the print unit.No

1-10 User’s ManualSetting UpInstalling the Cleaner and Cleaner PadThis printer is shipped without installing the cleaner and cleaner padwhich removes

User’s Manual 1-11GETTINGSTARTEDSetting Up3. Lift the front of the coverto open the cover.4. Install the cleaner in theprinter. Grasp the handleof the

1-12 User’s ManualSetting UpLoading Paper and Installing the Paper TrayThis printer has a single paper tray that is preset for letter size (8.5 x 11.0

User’s Manual 1-13GETTINGSTARTED5. Prepare a paper stack.Prepare paper of the sizeindicated by the size label (*).Fan the paper stack both waysto prev

1-14 User’s ManualSetting UpGuide8. Arrange paper edges. Rockthe paper tray to gather theedges of the stack together toensure correct positioning ofpa

FM-2 User’s ManualIn case that the interface board, Ethernet C, is installed, this equipment complieswith EMI regulations as follows:Notice to America

User’s Manual 1-15GETTINGSTARTEDInstalling the Multi-function FeederThe multi-function feeder (MFF) is useful to print a lot of envelopesor transparen

1-16 User’s Manual2. Fasten the feeder to theprinter. Insert the left andright supports and hooks ofthe multi-function feederinto the correspondingop

User’s Manual 1-17GETTINGSTARTED3. Plug the male end into awall outlet.Caution:For your safety, use only a properly grounded outlet. To avoid possible

1-18 User’s ManualConnecting the Printer to Your Computer• Serial (RS-232C/422A)Use a serial interface if the printer is not near the computer. Manyco

User’s Manual 1-19GETTINGSTARTEDPOWERONLINEDATAERRORMFFPAPER SIZEPRINTFONTSELFTESTRESETCONT.ENTER–+MENUREADYFORMFEEDRESETMENUTRAYSELECTConnecting the

1-20 User’s ManualPOWERONLINEDATAERRORPOWERONLINEDATAERRORMFFPAPER SIZEPRINTFONTSELFTESTRESETCONT.ENTER–+MENUREADYFORMFEEDRESETMENUTRAYSELECTSelecting

User’s Manual 1-21GETTINGSTARTEDNow that you connected your printer to the parallel port of thecomputer, you are ready to install the Windows Printer

1-22 User’s ManualNotice:If you encounter conflicts with other already installed external driversthat use bidirectional communication on the Centronic

User’s Manual 1-23GETTINGSTARTEDPlug and Play Printer Detection1. Windows 95 automatically detects the printer at installation time orduring the boot

1-24 User’s Manual8. You will be prompted to type the Printer name. Type an appropriatename or use the one supplied and click “Next>”.9. The next d

User’s Manual FM-3As an International ENERGY STARSM Partner, Fujitsu Limited has determined thatthis product meets the International ENERGY STAR Offic

User’s Manual 1-25GETTINGSTARTED9. A dialog appears prompting the user to type the Printer name.Type an appropriate name or use the one supplied and c

1-26 User’s ManualPrinting Your First DocumentYour printer should be set up and connected to your computer. Thissection explains how to test your ins

User’s Manual 1-27GETTINGSTARTEDPrinting Your First Document6. Print your document.Start the program. The default paper size is fixed to A4 (for Euro

1-28 User’s ManualIf Something Goes WrongThis section briefly discusses the most common problems you mightencounter. For more complete troubleshooting

User’s Manual 1-29GETTINGSTARTEDTo help you enhance or customize the printer, the user’s manualcontains the following additional information:• To get

1-30 User’s ManualWhere To Go From Here04 Chapter 1 07.08.1997, 11:39 Uhr30

User’s Manual 2-1PRINTERSOFTWARE2CHAPTERUsing Printer SoftwareThis chapter provides information about the two kinds of printermanagement software stor

2-2 User’s ManualInstalling PPMENUPPMENU needs to be installed only if you will print from DOS orDOS based applications.PPMENU first displays the open

User’s Manual 2-3PRINTERSOFTWARELibrary Special Options HelpPage Format Selectable options window)Copies 1 LETTER *== Paper ============ LETTER === ==

2-4 User’s ManualRemote Setup Utility Program, PPMENU6. To end PPMENU and exit to DOS or your application, choosethe item "Exit" in the &quo

FM-4 User’s Manual01 Front Matter 07.08.1997, 11:39 Uhr4

User’s Manual 2-5PRINTERSOFTWAREFeature Default Other options or rangePersonality (*8) Auto PCL, PSJam recovery (*9) Off OnPS error report (*9) Off On

2-6 User’s ManualMarkVision by Lexmark is an integrated software for managingprinters, stored in the floppy disk labelled “MarkVision” which ispackage

User’s Manual 2-7PRINTERSOFTWAREPrinter Management Utility Program, MarkVision1. Insert the Disk 1 of “MarkVision” disk in the floppy disk drive(A or

2-8 User’s ManualStatus:Shows a printer status message which is identical to the messageappearing on the printer control panel. The status is also ind

User’s Manual 3-1PRINTING ANDPAPER HANDLING3CHAPTERPrinting and Paper HandlingThis chapter provides information you may need for day-to-dayprinting. T

3-2 User’s ManualControl Panel TutorialPOWERONLINEDATAERRORMFFPAPER SIZEPRINTFONTSELFTESTRESETCONT.ENTER–+MENUREADYFORMFEEDRESETMENUTRAYSELECTFigure 3

User’s Manual 3-3PRINTING ANDPAPER HANDLINGControl Panel TutorialMessage Display (LCD)The message display uses a liquid-crystal display representing s

3-4 User’s ManualControl Panel TutorialPressing the button brieflyExcept for the button, the following buttons are also valid whenthe printer is offli

User’s Manual 3-5PRINTING ANDPAPER HANDLINGControl Panel FunctionsChanging Message Language ( )You can select a language used for control panel messag

3-6 User’s ManualClearing the Buffer and Reinitializing the Printer ( )Pressing and holding down for five or more seconds clears theprint buffer and

User’s Manual FM-5The contents of this manual may be revised without prior notice andwithout obligation to incorporate changes and improvements into u

User’s Manual 3-7PRINTING ANDPAPER HANDLINGControl Panel FunctionsFigure 3–2 Status report (FPS emulation)05 Chapter 3 07.08.1997, 11:40 Uhr7

3-8 User’s ManualPrinting a Font Report ( )The font report summarizes attribute information on resident andoptional fonts currently available and show

User’s Manual 3-9PRINTING ANDPAPER HANDLINGControl Panel FunctionsFigure 3–3 Font report (FPS emulation)05 Chapter 3 07.08.1997, 11:40 Uhr9

3-10 User’s ManualSelecting Paper Tray, MFF, or Manual Paper Feed ( )Pressing puts the printer in tray select mode which allowsyou to select paper s

User’s Manual 3-11PRINTING ANDPAPER HANDLINGControl Panel FunctionsSetting MFF Paper Size ( )Pressing puts the printer in MFF paper size modewhich a

3-12 User’s ManualMenu FunctionsSelecting Menu Option ( ) and Resetting Menu( )Pressing briefly puts the printer in menu mode which allowsyou to set

User’s Manual 3-13PRINTING ANDPAPER HANDLINGMenu FunctionsUse and to move up and down the options list.When an item is displayed, selects that

3-14 User’s ManualSubmenu (bold)/ItemPage format menuCopiesPaper/EnvelopeOrientationForm linesPage protectDuplex modeBindQuality menuSmoothing (*4)Res

User’s Manual 3-15PRINTING ANDPAPER HANDLINGOptionsAuto, PCL, PSOff, On5, 6, 7, ..., 15, ..., 298, 299, 300 (seconds)Auto, 4K, 16K, 32K, 64K (bytes)Au

3-16 User’s Manual*5 Displayed when soft fonts are downloaded or a font SIMM card isinstalled*6 Displayed when the selected font is a scalable and fix

FM-6 User’s ManualPrecautionsRead this section and remember these instructions to ensure your safety andyour printer’s correct performance. Follow th

User’s Manual 3-17PRINTING ANDPAPER HANDLINGQuality menuSmoothing Whether the edge smoothness technology isapplied (improves resolution to 1200 dpi cl

3-18 User’s ManualManual timeoutTime interval to be allotted for manual insertionBanding mode Switching printing control (band/full page)Auto Auto mod

User’s Manual 3-19PRINTING ANDPAPER HANDLINGParallel menuAcknowledge The timing of the ACK signal against theBUSY signalBi-direction Bi-directional Ce

3-20 User’s ManualHandling PaperDiscusses paper selection and paper handling:• Types and sizes of paper you can use with this printer, includingenvelo

User’s Manual 3-21PRINTING ANDPAPER HANDLINGHandling PaperThis printer can print on a wide range of paper sizes, but the size islimited when using pap

3-22 User’s ManualHandling PaperAlthough this printer can print on any sheet within the limits statedabove, printing area and margin calculations are

User’s Manual 3-23PRINTING ANDPAPER HANDLINGHandling PaperPreprinted SheetsIn general, you can safely print on preprinted sheets such as letter-head.H

3-24 User’s ManualHandling PaperEnvelopesThis printer prints well on envelopes if you carefully follow theseguidelines:• Use envelopes made of paper i

User’s Manual 3-25PRINTING ANDPAPER HANDLINGChanging the Paper Tray SizeThe paper tray can be adjusted to one of the three paper sizes: A4,A5, LTR (Le

3-26 User’s Manual2. Change the setting of thepaper size indicator. Liftthe right end of theindicator and slide it to thedesired position, that is,ad

User’s Manual iContentsPreface ...vManual and Floppy Disks...

User’s Manual 3-27PRINTING ANDPAPER HANDLINGHandling Paper☞5. Adhere the correct paper sizelabel.6. Load paper and check thatthe paper fits the tray.

3-28 User’s ManualHandling PaperMFFPAPER SIZEPRINTFONTSELFTESTRESET

User’s Manual 3-29PRINTING ANDPAPER HANDLINGFeeding Paper ManuallyThe multi-function of this printer has a slot that allows you to feedsheets manually

3-30 User’s ManualSetting Up the Rear StackerThis printer has a rear stacker that allows you to eject sheets straightout the back to minimize curl. Us

User’s Manual 3-31PRINTING ANDPAPER HANDLINGPrinting on Nonstandard Size Paper and on EnvelopesMost of the control over printing on nonstandard size p

3-32 User’s ManualPage OrientationFigure 3-4 illustrates the two orientations and shows the relationshipbetween the loaded paper and the resulting pri

User’s Manual 4-1ENHANCING &CUSTOMIZING4CHAPTEREnhancing and Customizing the PrinterThis chapter explains the following ways to enhance or customi

4-2 User’s ManualTo install the RAM card, first make sure the printer is turned off andfollow these steps:1. Open the upper door andright side cover o

User’s Manual 4-3ENHANCING &CUSTOMIZINGNotice:Do not touch any connector contacts to avoid possible electrostaticdamage to the printer.3. Install

4-4 User’s ManualInstalling an Interface Expansion BoardInstalling anInterfaceExpansion Board☞Ethernet interface board Serial interface boardLocalTalk

ii User’s ManualChapter 2 Using Printer Software ... 2–1Remote Setup Utility Program, PPME

User’s Manual 4-5ENHANCING &CUSTOMIZINGInstalling an Interface Expansion BoardConnecting to the Serial PortConnecting to the serial port involves

4-6 User’s ManualInstalling an Interface Expansion BoardSelecting the Serial InterfaceThe printer’s standard interface is parallel. When the serial in

User’s Manual 4-7ENHANCING &CUSTOMIZINGInstalling an Interface Expansion BoardIf the settings match, the installation is complete. If the interfac

4-8 User’s ManualInstalling an Interface Expansion BoardConnecting the LocalTalk Interface CableTo connect to the LocalTalk interface port, you need a

User’s Manual 4-9ENHANCING &CUSTOMIZINGInstalling an Interface Expansion BoardConnecting to the Ethernet PortThe Ehternet interface board has two

4-10 User’s ManualAdding Paper SourcesSelecting the Ethernet InterfaceThe printer’s standard interface is parallel. While the Ethernetinterface board

User’s Manual 4-11ENHANCING &CUSTOMIZINGAdding Paper SourcesTo install the paper feeder, follow these steps:1. Turn off the printer anddisconnect

4-12 User’s ManualChanging the Paper Tray SizeThe paper tray can be adjusted to one of the four paper sizes: A4, A5,LTR (Letter), and EXE (Executive).

User’s Manual 4-13ENHANCING &CUSTOMIZINGAdding Paper Sources3. Remove the three paperguides from the tray.Unlock the guides asfollows:Left and rig

4-14 User’s ManualRear guide:Mount the guides in reverseorder of the removal.5. Adhere the correct papersize label.6. Load paper and check thatthe pap