About this Manual 0-2 Scope 0-2 Overview 0-2 Printer Orientation 0-2 Conventions 0-2 Organization 0-3 Special Features of This Printer 0-4 Safety Notes 0-5 Chapter 1 Installing the Printer 1-1 About this Chapter 1-2 Installation Location 1-2 Installation Environment 1-2...
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Connecting the Power Cord 1-17 Turning the Printer On 1-18 Selecting a Display Language 1-18 Installing Printer Drivers and Locating User Documentation 1-20 Installing Printer Drivers and other Software for UNIX and WindowsDrivers Folder 1-20 TGNET Admin Administration Program 1-21 Locating User Documentation 1-21...
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When Not in Use for a Long Time 2-21 When Moving the Printer 2-22 Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 3-1 When Problems Occur 3-2 No Power 3-2 Cannot Print 3-2 Poor Print Quality 3-3 Paper Is Output Blank or All Black 3-3...
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34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Transfer Roll Cartridge 5-11 Caution on Handling the Transfer Roll Cartridge 5-11 Replacing the Transfer Roll Cartridge 5-12 Feed Roll 5-15 Caution on Handling the Feed Roll 5-15 Replacing the Feed Roll 5-16 Chapter 6...
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Optional Extended Features 8-1 About this Chapter 8-2 Installing DRAM Memory DIMMS 8-2 Installing the Hard Disk Option in the Printer 8-5 Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module 8-10 Operator Panel MENU Structure 8-10 Using the Disk Menu 8-11...
34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Appendix A Consumables A-1 Specifications A-2 Printable area A-3 Expected life of Consumables A-3 Toner Cartridge A-3 Fuser unit, transfer roll cartridge and feed roll A-4 Feb 05...
Preface In this Chapter . . . “Welcome” on page 2 “About this Manual” on page 2 “Organization” on page 3 “Special Features of This Printer” on page 4 Feb 05...
Welcome Thank you for selecting the Laser Printer. This User Guide contains important information about the operation and care of your printer. Please read this manual in its entirety and keep it at hand for later reference. About this Manual...
The following is a summary of each chapter: Safety Notes This section explains the items of which to take note to ensure that you use this printer safely and correctly. Be sure to read this section to prevent serious injuries and accidents.
The following diagram shows the printer (34 ppm) with the 500 sheets exit as well as the two optional tray modules (A4/550 sheets) installed. Feb 05...
Prolonged exposure to these adverse conditions can cause fire or electric shock. Do not place the machine near heaters or volatile, flammable, or combustible mate- rials such as curtains that may catch fire. Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 5 Special Features of This Printer...
“Carrying the Printer” on page 1-7 “Installation Procedure” on page 1-8 “Selecting a Display Language” on page 1-18 “Installing Printer Drivers and Locating User Documentation” on page 1-20 “Printing a Configuration Summary” on page 1-21 “Printing PCL and PostScript Font Lists” on page 1-24...
This chapter reviews the contents of the printer packaging, explains the parts of the printer, and describes the space and environment requirements of the printer. Installation Location In order to make use of the printer safely and comfortably, choose an installation location with the following considerations. Installation Environment Suitable locations CAUTION: Place the machine on a level and sturdy surface that can withstand a weight of 20.6...
If tap water or well water is used in the ultrasonic humidifier, the impurities in the water will be released to the atmosphere and adhere to the internal parts of the printer, and this may cause dete- rioration in the print quality. Use only water that does not contain any impurities in the ultrasonic humidifier.
Printer Location Requirements Printer Location Requirements Printer Weight and Dimensions This printer weighs approximately 51 lbs (23 kg) and should always be lifted by two people. The dimensions of the printer are listed below. Printer Height: 15.9 in (404 mm) Printer Width (left to right): 16.6 in (422 mm)
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34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 1-5 Installation Space Top view 200 mm 255 mm 402 mm 300 mm Front view 200 mm 300 mm Side view 402 mm 255 mm Feb 05...
34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Installation Space Checking the Package Contents The standard configuration of the printer is as follows. Ensure that all the parts are available before installation. NOTE: Retain the packaging material and box for future use if there is a possibility that the printer will be moved over long distances.
CAUTION: When moving the machine, do not tilt it more than 10 degrees. If tilted excessively, the machine may fall over and cause injuries. Do not tilt the printer more than 10 degrees to the front/back or right/left. This might lead to a malfunction due to incidents such as consumables inside the printer spilling out.
This section describes how to install the printer. Removing the Tape When the printer is first taken out of the packaging box, the covers of the printer are taped as shown in the diagram. Remove the tapes. Installing the Optional Accessories If you have purchased any optional accessories, install them before installing the Toner Cartridge and before loading paper.
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Cartridge. Open the top cover. NOTE: Do not touch any parts inside the printer. Take the Toner Cartridge out of the box and shake it 7 to 8 times as shown in the diagram. Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 1-9...
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When pulling out the seal, pull it out horizontally. The tape might break if it is pulled out diagonally. After the seal has been pulled out, do not shake or bump the Toner Cartridge. Hold the Toner Cartridge by the grip and insert it into the slot inside the printer. NOTE: Do not touch any parts inside the printer.
Remove the lid of the tray. If the base plate of the paper tray is raised, push it down. Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 1-11 2-4” for details on the type and size of paper that can be loaded in the Installation Procedure...
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1-12 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Installation Procedure Squeeze the length guide and slide it to the desired paper size. Squeeze the right width guide and slide it to the desired paper size. Load the paper with the side to be printed facing up and with all 4 corners aligned. Make sure that the right width guide is correctly aligned with the paper size.
See “About Paper” on page 2-4 paper tray. Place the paper tray on a flat surface. Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 1-13 for details on the type and size of paper that can be loaded in the Installation Procedure...
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1-14 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Installation Procedure Remove the lid of the tray. Slide the right and left lock tabs in the paper tray outwards to unlock them. Hold the grip of the paper tray and pull its extendable part to the front until it touches the desired paper size.
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Align the right width guide with the paper width correctly. If the right width guide is not in place, the paper will not be properly fed and may cause a paper jam. Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 1-15 Installation Procedure...
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34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Installation Procedure Close the lid of the paper tray. NOTE: The lid of the tray must be firmly closed. If not, the paper might be misaligned. Push the paper tray completely into the printer. Feb 05...
WARNING! Three power specifications are listed below. The specifications that apply to your printer depend on its configuration. Connect the power plug only to a properly rated power out- let. Otherwise, it can cause fire or electric shocks. If in doubt, contact our Printer Support Desk. Rated voltage: 100 V...
Press the power switch to the <I> position the power on. On the printer’s right side, press the side of the power switch marked <I> to turn the printer on. NOTE: The printer motors run for 2 or 3 minutes when you first turn the power on.
Press NEXT or PREVIOUS until the desired default language appears on the bottom line of the display: Press SELECT. You have now changed the default language. Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 1-19 Selecting a Display Language Menu Paper...
Installing Printer Drivers and other Software for UNIX and WindowsDrivers Folder For a printer to be connected using TCP/IP printing, ensure the printer has been configured for a valid IP address, subnet and gateway. If this has been assigned by a DHCP server, ensure there is a reservation fo the printers mac address, seen on the network Configuration test page against the reserved IP address in the DHCP servers scope.
The TGNet Admin program includes a virtual control panel function that allows the user to remotely manage the printer. The virtual control panel functions allow the administrator to remotely control many printers without having to go to each printer to modify the printer settings. NOTE: For more information about obtaining TallyGenicom’s TGNet Admin network administrator,...
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1-22 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Printing a Configuration Summary NOTE: Depending upon the options installed and menu settings, your Configuration Summary may vary. Feb 05...
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34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 1-23 Printing a Configuration Summary Feb 05...
Printing PCL and PostScript Font Lists Printing PCL and PostScript Font Lists Your printer has the capability of printing lists of all installed PCL or PostScript fonts. To print a Font List, follow these steps: From the Ready status, press MENU, the control panel display will read:...
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34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 1-25 Printing PCL and PostScript Font Lists Remember to turn off the printer at the end of day or when the printer will not be used for an extended period of time. NOTE: When the printer is turned off, all print data still in memory will be erased.
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“About Paper” on page 2-4 “Storing Paper” on page 2-10 “Loading Paper” on page 2-10 “Cleaning the Printer” on page 2-17 “When Not in Use for a Long Time” on page 2-21 “When Moving the Printer” on page 2-22 Feb 05...
Load paper here. Load paper here. Switches the power of the printer on and off. Pushing the switch to the <I> side switches it on and pushing it to the < > side switches it off. Raise this when printing on paper larger than A4 size.
Feb 05 Description Displays error messages and printer menu dialogs. Description Releases heat to prevent the interior of the printer from heating up. Connect the optional duplex module here. Connect the power cord here. Connect the USB cable here. Connect the Ethernet cable here.
Transfer roll cartridge About Paper Using paper that is not suitable for this printer might lead to paper jams or poor print quality. To make full use of the printer features, we suggest using only paper that is recommended here.
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Standard paper The standard paper that can be used for this printer is as follows. Paper type Fuji Xerox P paper 4024 4200 RX 80 (3R 91720) Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 2-5 Paper size G.S.M. 64 g/m 20 lb Letter —...
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34PPM Laser Printer User Guide About Paper Special media The printer can also print on the following paper types. These types of paper are called special media. Transparencies Labels Envelopes Postcards Card stock Paper size Paper type × Letter (215.9 279.4 mm)
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Paper type Standard paper Other paper Japanese official postcards Envelopes Labels Transparencies Card stock Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 2-7 About Paper Maximum Capacity Paper tray (A4/150 Paper tray (A4/550 sheets) sheets) 150 sheets 550 sheets Up to a height of Up to a height of 17.5 mm...
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34PPM Laser Printer User Guide About Paper Available paper sizes The following paper sizes can be loaded in the paper tray: Loadable: ; Not loadable: Paper size Letter portrait Legal 14 portrait/landscape Legal 13 portrait B5 JIS portrait B5 ISO portrait...
Free size NOTE: *Print quality is not guaranteed. Unusable Paper Using the following types of paper might cause paper jams, malfunctions or damage to the printer. Do not use them. FUJI XEROX full-color transparencies Paper that is too thick or thin...
Printer”. Storing Paper Even for suitable papers, poor storage conditions may lead to a change in the paper quality, paper jams, poor print quality and printer breakdown. Storing locations for paper Temperature: 10 – 30 °C Relative humidity: 30 – 65% Caution for storing paper Store in a place with low humidity.
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Place the paper tray on a flat surface. Remove the lid of the tray. If the base plate of the paper tray is raised, push it down. Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 2-11 Loading Paper...
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2-12 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Loading Paper Squeeze the length guide and slide it to the desired paper size. Squeeze the right width guide and slide it to the desired paper size. Load the paper with the side to be printed facing up and with all 4 corners aligned.
NOTE: The lid of the tray must be firmly closed. If not, the paper might become misaligned. Push the paper tray completely into the printer. Loading Transparencies in the Paper Tray You can use transparencies for black and white printing only.
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2-14 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Loading Paper Place the paper tray on a flat surface. Remove the lid of the tray. If the base plate of the paper tray is raised, push it down. Feb 05...
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Squeeze the length guide and slide it to the desired transparency size. Squeeze the right width guide and slide it to the desired transparency size. Fan the transparencies well in small amounts. Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 2-15 Loading Paper...
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Do not load transparencies exceeding the maximum capacity allowed. Close the lid of the paper tray. NOTE: The lid of the tray must be firmly closed. If not, the transparencies might become misaligned. Push the paper tray completely into the printer. Feb 05...
Cleaning the Printer This section describes how to clean the printer in order to maintain the printer in good condition and print clean printouts all the time. CAUTION: Be sure to switch off and unplug the machine before accessing the interior of the machine for cleaning, maintenance, or fault clearance.
Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the interior After clearing paper jams or replacing the Toner Cartridge, inspect the interior of the printer before closing the top cover. CAUTION: Never touch areas labeled as “High Voltage.” You can get an electric shock.
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Pull out the paper tray from the printer. NOTE: You can clean the feed roll of the tray module without pulling out the paper tray. While pushing down the shaft of the feed roll (1), widen the tab of the feed roll to loosen it (2) and then slowly remove the feed roll from the shaft of the paper tray (3).
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By aligning the small tabs on the feed roll with the slots of the shaft, push the feed roll com- pletely in so that the tab fits into the slot. Push the paper tray completely into the printer. Feb 05...
When Not in Use for a Long Time Carry out the following procedure if you are not going to use the printer for a long period of time. Press the power switch to the < > position to turn the power off.
When lifting the printer, there should be 2 persons, one in front and one behind the printer, to firmly grip the recessed areas provided on both sides of the printer. Never try to lift the printer by gripping any other areas. Lifting the printer by gripping any other areas can cause the printer to fall and result in injuries.
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Remove any paper in the center output tray (1) and return the paper stopper to its original position, if it’s extended (2). Pull out the paper tray from the printer and remove any paper in the tray. Keep the paper wrapped and away from humidity and dirt.
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It is necessary to remove the Toner Cartridge. If you move the printer with the Toner Cartridge installed, the toner may spill in the interior of the printer. NOTE: Do not shake the Toner Cartridge after it has been removed from the printer. The toner will spill. NOTE: After removing the Toner Cartridge, put it into its original aluminum bag or wrap it with a thick cloth to prevent it from being exposed to strong light.
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Close the top cover securely. Lift the printer and move it gently. If the printer is to be moved over a long distance, pack it inside a box. Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 2-25 When Moving the Printer...
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Troubleshooting In this Chapter . . . “When Problems Occur” on page 3-2 “No Power” on page 3-2 “Cannot Print” on page 3-2 “Poor Print Quality” on page 3-3 “Paper Incorrectly Fed” on page 3-9 “Other Problems” on page 3-10 “Warning Messages and Error Messages”...
34PPM Laser Printer User Guide No Power When Problems Occur When problems occur while using the printer, search for the corresponding item from the follow- ing list of problems to carry out the appropriate action for the problem. No Power...
Paper Is Output Blank or All Black Status Nothing is printed. The entire paper is printed black. Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 3-3 Items to check Is the seal of the Toner Cartridge pulled out? Are two or more sheets of paper fed...
34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Poor Print Quality Printout Is Faded, Stained, Missing, Wrinkled, or Blurred Status Printing is faded and blurred. Black spots are printed. Items to check Is the correct type of paper used? Is the paper damp?
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Hair-like streaks are printed inside or outside the black halftone areas. Shadows are printed around black filled areas. Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 3-5 Items to check Is the Toner Cartridge defective or damaged? The feed route of the paper may be stained.
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34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Poor Print Quality Status White dots appear in black filled areas. Printed image smudges when rubbed with your finger. Printed image appears partially blank. Image is printed at an angle. Image is printed at an unexpected location.
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See “Loading Paper“ on page 2-10. Load the paper correctly. “ Loading Paper” Open the rear cover of the printer and push up the levers at both ends of the fuser unit. Wrinkles can be reduced. After printing the envelopes, you must return the levers to their original positions.
34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Poor Print Quality Printing Is Not Clear Status Transparencies are not printed clearly. Postcards are not printed clearly. Envelopes are not printed clearly. Items to check Are the correct type of transparencies used? Are the transparencies correctly...
Is the paper damp? Is the correct type of paper used? Is the paper tray pushed in? Is the paper jammed? Is the printer placed on a flat location? Are the paper tray guides set in the correct positions? Did you print any picture postcards?
Warning messages use only the second line of the display and indicate conditions that do not pre- vent the printer from operating. For example, if Tray 1 is out of paper but the printer is currently drawing paper from Tray 2, a warning message will appear on the second line of the display indicat- ing that Tray 1 is out of paper—but the printer will continue to operate, drawing paper from Tray 2.
Paper Out Tray 4 Output Tray Full Offset Tray Full Toner Low Maint Req Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 3-11 Warning Messages and Error Messages Possible Cause Action There is no paper in Tray 1. Add paper to the tray.
3-12 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Warning Messages and Error Messages Error Messages The table below lists error messages, the possible causes of each error, and the actions required to recover from each error. Error Message Line 1 MISFEED JAM...
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Call Service The fan has failed. Press Start The printer needs maintenance. 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 3-13 Action Turn the printer off, then turn it on. If the problem reoccurs, contact an authorized service provider. Install User Maintenance Kit.
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Clearing Paper Jams In this Chapter . . . “Clearing Paper Jams” on page 4-2 “At the Fuser Unit” on page 4-5 “At the Toner Cartridge” on page 4-7 “At the Duplex Module” on page 4-9 “At the Offset Catch Tray” on page 4-11 Feb 05...
Doing this will remove the error message. NOTE: Paper jams could be due to the printer installation environment and type of paper used. For details on selecting the appropriate location to install the printer, refer to Environment”...
The paper tray must be pulled out completely. If the paper tray is pulled out halfway and pushed in again, the paper may be damaged. NOTE: If the paper is jammed inside the printer and behind the first level paper tray, pull out both the first and the second level paper trays. NOTE: If the paper is jammed inside the printer and behind the second level paper tray, pull out only the second level paper tray.
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Clearing Paper Jams Remove any paper jammed inside the printer. NOTE: If the printer is installed with the two optional tray modules, examine the interior of all the tray modules. NOTE: If the printer is installed with the two optional tray modules and the A5-sized paper (length 148.5 mm) of the short edge feed is jammed inside the feeder, use both hands to grip the...
NOTE: If the duplex unit is installed, open the cover of the duplex unit first. Module” on page 4-9. Lift the second lever from the top left corner of the back of the printer. Open the rear cover. NOTE: Do not touch any parts inside the printer.
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If you let go of the cover of the fuser unit, it will return to its original position. Close the rear cover. NOTE: Make sure that the levers at the rear of the printer, as shown in the diagram, are returned to the positions they were in before clearing the jam. Feb 05...
Open and close the top cover. At the Toner Cartridge Remove any paper in the center output tray. Open the top cover. NOTE: Do not touch any parts inside the printer. Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 4-7 At the Toner Cartridge...
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By rotating the rollers as shown in the diagram, the paper will be loosened and can be removed easily. If paper is torn, check for any remaining torn pieces of paper. Hold the Toner Cartridge by the grip and insert it into the slot inside the printer. NOTE: Do not touch any parts inside the printer.
If the paper is difficult to remove, carry out the operation in the following section, the interior of the top cover” on page 4-10. Open and close the top cover. Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 4-9 At the Duplex Module See “At...
4-10 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide At the Duplex Module At the interior of the top cover Lift the lever at the top left hand side of the duplex module to unlock it and open the top cover of the duplex module.
Open the offset catch tray cover by pulling the tab at the top left of the cover. Remove any jammed paper. Close the offset catch tray cover. Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 4-11 At the Offset Catch Tray...
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34PPM Laser Printer User Guide At the Offset Catch Tray Lift up the second lever from the top left corner of the back of the printer to open the rear cover. Remove any jammed paper. If paper is torn, check for any remaining torn pieces of paper.
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34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 4-13 At the Offset Catch Tray NOTE: Make sure that the levers at the rear of the printer, as shown in the diagram, are returned to the positions they were in before clearing the jam. Feb 05...
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About Consumables In this Chapter . . . “Available Consumables“ on page 5-2 “Toner Cartridge“ on page 5-4 “Fuser Unit“ on page 5-7 “Transfer Roll Cartridge“ on page 5-11 “Feed Roll“ on page 5-15 Feb 05...
34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Available Consumables The following consumables are available for this printer. To order these, contact our Printer Sup- port Desk. Toner Cartridge The Toner Cartridge includes the toner and the photosensitive drum. If the toner in the Toner Car- tridge is insufficient, the printout will become light and blurred.
“Transfer Roll Cartridge“ on page 5-11 cartridge. “Feed Roll“ on page 5-15 Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 5-3 Transfer roll cartridge Feed roll for details on how to replace the fuser unit. for details on how to replace the transfer roll...
Although the toner is not harmful to the body, wash it off immediately if your hands or clothes are stained with it. It is recommended to use up the Toner Cartridge within 1 year after opening it. Replacing the Toner Cartridge Switch off the power of the printer. Feb 05...
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Remove any paper in the center output tray. Open the top cover. NOTE: Do not touch any parts inside the printer. Hold the Toner Cartridge by the grip and pull it out slowly. NOTE: To prevent the toner from dirtying the floor, lay a piece of paper on the floor first before putting the Toner Cartridge down.
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34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Toner Cartridge Take the new Toner Cartridge out of the box and shake it 7 to 8 times as shown in the dia- gram. IMPORTANT: If the toner is not evenly spread out, the print quality may drop. Also, if you did not shake the cartridge well, there may be operating noise or the interior of the Toner Cartridge may be damaged during operation.
Hold the Toner Cartridge by the grip and insert it into the slot inside the printer. IMPORTANT: Do not touch any parts inside the printer. Ensure that the Toner Cartridge is firmly set. Close the top cover securely. Fuser Unit This section explains about the fuser unit.
Do not replace the fuser unit immediately after using the printer. You may get burned. Replacing the Fuser Unit Switch off the power of the printer and leave it for 30 minutes until the fuser unit cools down. Remove any paper in the center output tray.
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Lift the second lever from the top left corner of the back of the printer. Open the rear cover. IMPORTANT: Do not touch any parts inside the printer. Pull down the 2 levers at the bottom of the fuser unit.
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5-10 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Fuser Unit Remove the fuser unit slowly. Set the new fuser unit slowly. Lift up the 2 levers at the bottom of the fuser unit and push down the levers at both ends of the fuser unit to lock it.
Do not remove and reinsert the transfer roll cartridge in use. When the message to replace the transfer roll cartridge appears, replace the transfer roll cartridge immediately. Otherwise, the printer will be forcibly stopped. Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 5-11...
34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Transfer Roll Cartridge Replacing the Transfer Roll Cartridge Switch off the power of the printer. Remove any paper in the center output tray. Open the top cover. IMPORTANT: Do not touch any parts inside the printer. Feb 05...
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Pull the 2 levers on the upper part of the transfer roll cartridge, then squeeze the 2 levers on the bottom of the transfer roll cartridge and pull it out slowly towards you. Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 5-13 Transfer Roll Cartridge...
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Transfer Roll Cartridge Pick up the new transfer roll cartridge by the levers at both ends and slowly slot it in. Hold the Toner Cartridge by the grip and insert it into the slot inside the printer. IMPORTANT: Do not touch any parts inside the printer.
Access to a live machine’s interior can cause electric shock. There are feed rolls inside the interior of the printer (2 in 2 locations, 4 in total), tray module (1 location) and paper tray (1 location).
Feed roll at the paper tray Pull the paper tray out of the printer. NOTE: When replacing the feed roll of tray 2, pulled out both tray 1 and tray 2.
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By aligning the small tabs on the feed roll with the slots of the shaft, push the feed roll com- pletely in so that the tab fits into the slot. Push the paper tray completely into the printer. Feb 05...
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Remove any paper in the center output tray. Open the top cover. IMPORTANT: Do not touch any parts inside the printer. Hold the Toner Cartridge by the grip and pull it out slowly. NOTE: To prevent the toner from dirtying the floor, lay a piece of paper on the floor before putting the Toner Cartridge down.
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By aligning the small tabs on the feed roll with the slots of the shaft, push the feed roll com- pletely in so that the tab fits into the slot. Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 5-19 Feed Roll...
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Hold the Toner Cartridge by the grip and insert it into the slot inside the printer. IMPORTANT: Do not touch any parts inside the printer. Ensure that the Toner Cartridge is firmly set. Close the top cover securely.
Optional Accessories In this Chapter . . . “Available Optional Accessories” on page 6-2 “Tray module (A4/550 sheets)” on page 6-2 “Offset catch tray” on page 6-17 “Rear tray” on page 6-23 Feb 05...
21.0 kg. Before moving the printer, you must uninstall the optional accessories first. When lifting the printer, there should be 2 persons, 1 in front and 1 behind the printer, to firmly grip the recessed areas provided on both sides of the printer. Never try to lift the printer by grip- ping any other areas.
34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 6-3 Tray module (A4/550 sheets) Checking the contents of the tray module package Before installing the tray module to the printer, ensure that you have all of the following items. Tray module (A4/550 sheets) Tray module (A4/550 sheets)
34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Tray module (A4/550 sheets) Installing the Tray Module Place the tray module to be installed at the lowest level on a flat location. NOTE: Proceed to Step 5 if you are installing only one tray module.
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Insert the fast eners provided into the 2 locations inside of the tray module and 2 locations at the back of the tray module. Insert the fasteners securely. Switch off the power of the printer. Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 6-5...
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34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Tray module (A4/550 sheets) Pull out the power cord from the power outlet and then the printer. Remove any paper in the center output tray (1) and return the paper stopper to its original position if it’s raised (2).
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Lift up the printer by holding the recessed areas as shown in the diagram. Align the corners of the printer and the tray modules, and lower the printer gently so that the guide pins at the 4 corners of the tray modules fit into the holes at the base plate of the printer.
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Tray module (A4/550 sheets) Insert the fasteners provided into the 2 locations inside and 2 locations at the back of the printer. Insert the fasteners securely. Push the paper tray completely into the printer. Refer to: See “Loading Paper” on page 1-11 for details on how to load paper into the paper tray.
Switch off the power of the printer. Pull out the power cord from the power outlet and then the printer. Remove any paper in the center output tray (1) and return the paper stopper to its original position if it’s raised (2).
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6-10 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Tray module (A4/550 sheets) Pull the paper tray out of the printer. Remove the fasteners found at the 2 locations inside and at the 2 locations at the back of the printer. Feb 05...
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Lift up the printer by holding the recessed areas as shown in the diagram and then remove it from the tray modules. Remove the fasteners found at the 2 locations inside the tray modules and at the 2 locations at the back of the tray modules.
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6-12 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Tray module (A4/550 sheets) Lift up the top tray module by holding the recessed areas as shown in the diagram and then remove it from the bottom tray module. Feb 05...
(A4/550 sheets). 150 sheets Duplex module Install this unit to the printer to enable 2 sided printing. Installing/Uninstalling the Duplex Module You can install an optional duplex module to this printer. CAUTION: Be sure to switch off the power and unplug the power cord from the outlet before car- rying out the operations.
Pull out the power cord from the power outlet and then the printer. Remove the rear cover of the printer after pushing the two tabs as shown in the diagram. Next, remove the connector cover of the printer as shown in the diagram.
Insert the right and left tabs at the bottom of the duplex module into the holes at the back of the printer and then align the top part of the duplex module with the printer. Ensure that the connector of the duplex module is connected to the connector of the printer.
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34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Tray module (A4/550 sheets) Pull out the power cord from the power outlet and then the printer. Loosen the screws at the both ends of the bottom of the duplex module. While supporting the duplex module with your hand, lift the lever at the top left hand side of the duplex module to unlock it and then tilt the top part of the duplex module away from the printer.
Offset catch tray Install this tray to the printer to enable print jobs to be output offset. Maximum capacity is 500 sheets of the standard paper. The offset catch tray can be installed on the 34ppm printer.
CAUTION: Be sure to switch off the power and unplug the power cord from the outlet before car- rying out the operations. If not, you might get an electric shock. Installing the Offset Catch Tray Switch off the power of the printer. Pull out the power cord from the power outlet and then the printer. Feb 05...
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Lift the second lever from the top left corner of the back of the printer. Open the rear cover. NOTE: Do not touch any parts inside the printer. Untighten the right and left thumb screws as shown in the diagram to uninstall the top cover of the paper exit.
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34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Offset catch tray Insert the right and left tabs of the offset catch tray into the holes at the top of the printer (1) and put it down to the top of the printer slowly (2).
Close the rear cover. Uninstalling the Offset Catch Tray Switch off the power of the printer. Pull out the power cord from the power outlet and then the printer. Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 6-21 Offset catch tray...
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Offset catch tray Close the stopper and the extension tray of the offset catch tray. Lift up the second lever (1) from the top left corner of the back of the printer to open the rear cover (2). Remove the screws on both sides of the offset catch tray (1), and while holding up the offset catch tray, remove the right and left tabs from the holes at the top of the printer (2).
Rear tray Install this tray to the printer to enable printouts to be output with the printed side up. Maximum capacity is 70 sheets of the standard paper.
Installing the Rear Tray Insert the right and left tabs of the rear tray into the holes at the back of the printer. Push up the lever as shown in the diagram (1) and pull out the extension tray (2).
While holding up the rear tray, remove the right and left tabs from the holes at the back of the printer. Push down the lever as shown in the diagram. Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 6-25 Rear tray...
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Understanding and Navigating the Control Panel Menus In this Chapter . . . “About this Chapter” on page 7-2 “Control Panel Features” on page 7-2 “Navigating the Control Panel Menus” on page 7-4 “Menu Structure” on page 7-6 “Job Library” on page 7-7 “Job Accounting”...
This chapter explains the control panel and its functions, and also demonstrates how to navigate through the control panel menus and submenus that allow you to view and change the printer set- tings. Web access to the printer is also discussed.
LED Indicators The LED indicators also indicate printer status. The three indicators can each be on, off, or blink- ing, indicating different phases of printer operation. The table below explains the LED indicators. Pushbuttons The control panel pushbuttons allow you to access and navigate menus, and also assist you in recovering from printer errors.
Navigating the Control Panel Menus When you press the MENU button on the control panel, you enter the printer’s menu system. At that point, the first line of the display contains the text “Menu”, indicating that you are in the menu system.
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NOTE: Additional menus and submenus may appear in the printer menu system when other options are installed. The following figure shows the sequence of pushbuttons and display messages that would allow you to change the number of copies printed. This example illustrates the basic relationship between menus and submenus and demonstrates how the NEXT, PREVIOUS, SELECT, and RETURN buttons help you to navigate through the menus.
34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Menu Structure Menu Structure The following figure shows the structure of the control panel main menus and submenus. Job Library Job Accounting Print Enabled Delete Print Info Reset Info PCL Menu PS Menu Orientation Print PS Errors...
Status Menu In addition to the main menus listed above, the printer also provides a status menu that allows you to view the current printer settings. Push the STATUS button to enter the Status Menu. Job Library Press the MENU button on the control panel.
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3. Press SELECT after changing the last digit to save this setting. 1. Press SELECT to print the job. 1. The printer will display PRINTING on Line 1 and PLAYBACK on Line 2 of the display while printing the job.
Default Settings Enabled Print Info Reset Info Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 7-9 Available Procedure for Changing Setting Settings 1. Press NEXT or PREVIOUS to scroll through Yes or No options. 2. Press SELECT to choose Yes to turn on this function.
Press the NEXT button until the text “Paper Menu” is shown on the second line of the dis- play. Press the SELECT button to enter the Paper Menu. Press the NEXT button to move through the submenus. Use the procedures in the following table to access and change the printer paper-handling settings: Submenus Copies This submenu...
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Card Stock, Thick 1, Thick 2 Print Print Do Not Print 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 7-11 Paper Menu Procedure for Changing Setting 1. Press NEXT or PREVIOUS to scroll through the list of available sources of paper. 2. Press SELECT to choose a tray.
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7-12 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Paper Menu Submenus Auto Resize This menu will scale the output of a PS job to the size selected. It does not scale a PCL job. Separator Page Prints a blank page between print jobs.
Press the SELECT button to enter the interface menu. Press the NEXT button to move through the submenus: Port, Parallel Setup, Network 1 Setup, Spooling, and USB Setup. Use the procedures in the following table to access and change the printer interface settings: Submenus Port...
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7-14 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Interface Menu Submenus Network 1 Setup This submenu allows you to set up the Network interface. Default Setting Available Settings Interpreter: Interpreter: Auto Switch Auto Switch PostScript 3 Format: Format: Normal Binary Network Network...
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Delay Out Delay Out Close: Close: Binary PS: Binary PS: 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 7-15 Interface Menu Procedure for Changing Setting 1. Press NEXT or PREVIOUS to scroll through the SPOOLING submenus. 2. Press SELECT to choose a submenu.
7-16 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide PS Menu PS Menu The PS Menu provides access to the PostScript settings. Use the following procedure to enter the PS Menu: Press the MENU button on the control panel. Press the NEXT button until the text “PS Menu” is shown on the second line of the dis- play.
Pitch 10.00 This submenu allows you to change the pitch of text. Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 7-17 Available Settings Portrait Landscape Internal Numbers 0-53 0.08 – 100.00 PCL Menu Procedure for Changing Setting 1.
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7-18 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide PCL Menu Submenus Default Setting Symbol Set 10U:PC-8 This submenu CP437 allows you to choose a symbol set. Macro Filter This submenu allows you to turn the macro filter on or off. Lines Per Page...
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This submenu allows you to set the print area. Parameter Values Paper Source: Paper Size: Executive Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 7-19 Available Settings LF = LF LF = CR/LF FF = FF FF = CR/FF Normal Expanded...
Use the procedures in the following table to access and change the system settings: Submenus Factory Defaults This submenu allows you to reset the printer to U.S. or Non-U.S. factory defaults. Display Language This submenu allows you to change the language of the display messages.
Intellifilter feature on or off. Quality Menu The Quality Menu provides access to the printer settings that are related to print quality. Use the following procedure to enter the Quality Menu: Press the MENU button on the control panel.
34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Date/Time Menu Date/Time Menu The Date/Time Menu provides access to the printer settings that are related to print quality. Use the following procedure to enter the Date/Time Menu: Press the MENU button on the control panel.
Functions Menu The Functions Menu provides access to several printer functions that can supply you with informa- tion about the printer and its settings. Use the following procedure to enter the Functions Menu: Press the MENU button on the control panel.
FLASH Menu The FLASH Menu provides access to the printer settings that are related to the FLASH DIMM. This menu appears when a User Flash is installed in the printer. Use the following procedure to enter the FLASH Menu: Press the MENU button on the control panel.
Consult the documentation that came with your hard disk drive for detailed installation and usage instructions. The Disk Menu provides access to the printer settings that are related to the optional Hard Disk. Use the following procedure to enter the Disk Menu: Press the MENU button on the control panel.
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“About this Chapter” on page 8-2 “Installing DRAM Memory DIMMS” on page 8-2 “Installing the Hard Disk Option in the Printer” on page 8-5 “Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module” on page 8-10 “Collating, Saved Jobs, and Job Accounting” on page 8-15 “Using the Custom Paper Size Feature”...
Disk Option. Also describes how to use the extended features associated with these options. Installing DRAM Memory DIMMS Ensure that the printer power switch is set to the OFF <O> position. Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet. Remove side cover from printer.
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Once the thumbscrews have been removed, pull the side panel away from the printer by the top edge as show below. Carefully insert a DRAM DIMM which is compatible with your printer into DRAM DIMM slot as shown below. When properly seated, gently push down on the DIMM until the side braces close onto...
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Installing DRAM Memory DIMMS the ends of the DIMM. Reinstall the side covers in reverse order as shown in Steps 3, 4, and 5. Connect the power cord to the wall outlet.Turn the printer power switch to the ON <I> position. Feb 05...
Carefully review the safety precautions in the front of this guide before starting this installation proce- dure. Ensure that the printer power switch is set to the OFF <O> position. Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet. Turn thumbscrews on controller assembly counterclockwise until loose and gently pull cover towards you to remove from printer.
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34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Installing the Hard Disk Option in the Printer Once the thumbscrews have been removed, pull the side panel away from the printer by the top edge as show below Feb 05...
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Be sure to align the Hard Drive as depicted by the alignment drawing on the controller, making sure that the two top pins to the left of the connector are free standing and not connected. Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 8-7 Installing the Hard Disk Option in the Printer...
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34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Installing the Hard Disk Option in the Printer If there is improper alignment, remove the Hard Drive and reinstall. NOTE: Improper alignment will damage the hard drive and possibly the controller board. Insert the plastic rivet through the aligned hole.
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Reinstall the side covers in reverse order of steps 3, 4, and 5. Once firmly in place, push and hand tighten the thumbscrews in a clockwise direction. Connect the power cord to the wall outlet.Turn the printer power switch to the ON <I> position. The installation of your Hard Disk option in your printer is now complete.
Operator Panel MENU Structure When the Hard Disk or User Flash option is installed, the printer control panel menu structure is enhanced as shown in the following table. The shaded areas denote additional features and settings relevant to the Hard Disk or User Flash option.
This selection will delete the selected file or directory from the FLASH SIMM. To delete an entire directory, you must first delete all the files within that directory. Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 8-11 Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module Disk Menu...
8-12 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module Format Flash This selection will reformat the FLASH SIMM. All files on the FLASH SIMM will be deleted if this function is selected. Flash Summary This selection will print a page containing information about the FLASH SIMM including a list of all the current existing files and directories.
This parameter can be read or written using the dosysstart and setdosysstart operators. Each time the printer is powered on, if the StartupMode parameter is set to 1, either or both the optional storage devices will be searched for a file called Sys/Start, a file named Start in a path called Sys.
Using the Power-On Files Feature Power-on Files Defined If a FLASH DIMM or hard disk drive is installed in your printer, your printer has the capability of storing additional power-on files which can be read and interpreted at power-on. Power-on files are processed at power-on initialization only and not at the start of every print.
Flash or Disk must be set as installed in driver Device Settings. To access the Collating feature on your desktop, go to the Start menu, left click on Settings, left click on Printers, and then click on your printer driver icon, right click and follow the menu to the Proper- ties menu.
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8-16 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module Press the Printing Properties button printer icon. Click on the Printing Preferences button. Click on the Paper Quality button and then the Advanced button.
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Click on the Copy Count button to enter the number of copies and make sure the Collate button is checked. Click to OK button and your printer driver is set to collate the number of copies specified. Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 8-17...
To access the Saved Jobs on your desktop, go to the Start menu, left click on Settings, left click on Printers, and then click on your printer driver icon, right click and follow the menu to the Proper- ties menu.
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34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 8-19 Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module You are now in the Printing Properties menu, click on the Printing Preference button. Click on the Paper Quality button and then the Advanced button.
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8-20 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module Now scroll down to the Job Type Section of the menu. When you click on Job Type, three job types are available. Normal, Saved, and Private.
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There are two ways to work with Saved Jobs. One is through the front panel menus, the other is through the printer web pages. Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 8-21 Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module...
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Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module Front Panel Access The Job Library Menu provides access to the printer settings that are related to the optional Hard Disk. Use the following procedure to enter the Job Library Menu to Print or Delete jobs that are Saved in the Job Library, including jobs that have a PIN number: Press the MENU button on the control panel.
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3. Press SELECT after changing the last digit to save this setting. 1. Press SELECT to print the job. The printer will display PRINTING on Line 1 and PLAYBACK on Line 2 of the display while printing the job. 1. Press NEXT or PREVIOUS to scroll through Print or Delete options.
Job Accounting Feature The printer supports a job accounting feature which will store certain information about each print job received by the printer. There are two ways to work with this feature. One is through the front panel menu. NOTE: Please see “Accessing the Printer Web Page”...
There are two ways to work with the Custom Paper Size Feature. One is through the front panel menus, the other is through the printer driver. If you have a Windows or Macintosh printer driver, you can access this feature from the driver and you do not have to use front panel settings. Use the front panel access to these features if you have a Unix system or do not have Windows or MacIn- tosh drivers.
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8-26 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module You are now in the Printing Properties menu, click on the Printing Preference button. Click on the Paper Quality button and then the Advanced button.
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Click on the Paper Size button. Scroll downand click on PS Custom Page Size. Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 8-27 Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module...
8.5 by 11 inches. Word is limited to a maximum length of 22 inches. Resolution If you want to use PostScript custom page sizes that are supported by a printer, the only way to make them work correctly in Word is to add custom forms to Windows and then to choose those form names in Word.
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NOTE: New forms are stored on the computer where they are created. When you create a new form for use with a shared printer, create the form on the print server. NOTE: On a Windows 2000 and XP computer, occasionally the newly created form will not appears in the drop down list under paper size.
Accessing the Printer Web Page Accessing the Printer Web Page You can access the printer web page by going to the internet browser and typing the IP address of your network printer (http://IP ADDRESS). You can directly access the printer control panel on the web and it allows you to view and change the printer settings.
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Main Page of Printer Web Site Printer Setup You can view and change printer configuration. With access to the following menus: Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 8-31 Accessing the Printer Web Page Submenu 1 of Printer Web Site...
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8-32 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Accessing the Printer Web Page Main Page of Printer Web Site Submenu 1 of Printer Web Site PS Menu Provides access to the PostScript settings: PCL Menu Provides access to the PCL settings: System Menu...
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Main Page of Printer Web Site Printer Status Displays printer option and consumables status. You can view the current settings for the Input options on your printer and the Output options installed. Administration Displays security and factory defaults. Allows you to set up support and supplies web links.
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8-34 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Accessing the Printer Web Page Main Page of Printer Web Site File Management Allows you to access (print or delete) files stored on your Hard Disk or User Flash. Only appears if User Flash is installed.
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Main Page of Printer Web Site Fonts and Macros Allows you to view the PostScript Fonts and PCL Fonts, stored internally on your printer. Also allows you to view Macros stored on your Hard Disk or User Flash Options. Job Library...
Accessing the Printer Web Page Printer Setup Go to your web browser and type in your printer web address. The printer web page will appear. Click on Printer Setup When you enter the Printer Setup Menu, you have access to the Paper Menu, Interface Menu, PS Menu, PCL Menu, System Menu, Quality Menu and Email Setup.
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The Paper Menu allows the user to access and change the paper menu settings. The Interface Menu allows the user to access and change the interface settings. Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 8-37 Accessing the Printer Web Page...
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8-38 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Accessing the Printer Web Page The PS Menu allows the user to access and change the Post Script Menu settings The PCL Menu allows the user to access and change the PCL settings Feb 05...
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The System Menu allows the user to access and change the System Menu settings The Quality Menu allows the user to access and change the Quality Menu settings Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 8-39 Accessing the Printer Web Page...
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. Email Server Settings SMTP Server IP Address : Enter the IP address for the SMTP server that the printer will use to trans- mitt the email messages. Enable Authentication: Check this box if the SMTP server requires authentication.
Job Accounting Web Page Access Go to your web browser and type in your printer web address. The printer web page will appear. Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 8-41...
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8-42 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Accessing the Printer Web Page Click on Job Accounting. When you enter the Job Accounting field the following options appear: Feb 05...
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When you click on Enable/Disable it will take you to the following screen. Click Yes or No to Enable or Disable Job Accounting. When you click on Retrieve Accounting Files it will upload the file information, which is stored in a .CSV file. Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide 8-43 Accessing the Printer Web Page...
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When you click on Display Job Accounting Info it will bring you the following screen which displays all your job information. NOTE: Only products that have real time clock support will provide the Date/Time information. When you click on Reset All Job Accounting Info, all printer job information will be deleted. Feb 05...
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Web Page Access Using the printer web page, you can delete, print, or download any job files stored in the job library. Go to your web browser and type in your printer web address. The printer web page will appear as follows: Click on Job Library.
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34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Accessing the Printer Web Page The printer job information will appear. If there is a PIN number associated with the file, you will be required to enter the correct PIN number to access the print file.
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Consumables In this Chapter . . . “Specifications” on page A-2 “Expected life of Consumables” on page A-3 Feb 05...
34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Specifications Machine type Printing system Printing speed Warm-up time Resolution Paper feed Paper size Paper type Paper supply (standard paper) Output tray capacity Operating noise Power Maximum power consumption Dimensions Weight Desktop Laser xerography 34 sheets/minute (for continuous printing of the same A4-sized document by short edge feed) Maximum of 17 seconds from power on at 22°...
Paper size Paper feeding direction Paper Print ratio Print density Feb 05 34PPM Laser Printer User Guide A-3 Expected life of Consumables Unprintable area Printable area Possible number of pages printed About 17,000 sheets Letter size...
34PPM Laser Printer User Guide Expected life of Consumables Fuser unit, transfer roll cartridge and feed roll Regular replacement parts Fuser unit Transfer roll cartridge Feed roll The possible number of pages that can be printed is based on Letter size paper with a print ratio of 5% and the default density setting.