MINOLTA-QMS PagePro 1100L User Manual

User’s ManualPagePro 1100L

viiiForewordWelcomeAnd thank you for selecting a Minolta/QMS PagePro 1100L Printer! This User’s Manual explains the functions of the printer and how i

5-2Using the Printer ConsoleChapter 5Printer Console and Printer Status Display Click the Start button, point to Programs, then to Minolta PageWorks_

5-3Chapter 5Printer Console and Printer Status DisplayUsing the Printer ConsoleUsing the Printer ConsoleThis program provides a single central locatio

5-4Using the Printer ConsoleChapter 5Printer Console and Printer Status DisplayDelete DocumentThis command deletes the print job whose name is highlig

5-5Chapter 5Printer Console and Printer Status DisplayUsing the Printer ConsoleMedia TypeThis command displays the Media Type dialog, which you can us

5-6Using the Printer ConsoleChapter 5Printer Console and Printer Status DisplayPrinter SetupThis command displays the Properties dialog, which contain

5-7Chapter 5Printer Console and Printer Status DisplayUsing the Printer ConsoleBeep when a job is completed: Turning on this option causes your comput

5-8Using the Printer ConsoleChapter 5Printer Console and Printer Status DisplayPrinting Mode: Use this box to specify either Enable PCL interpreter (f

5-9Chapter 5Printer Console and Printer Status DisplayUsing the Printer ConsoleResetClick this button to clear the current print job and any other dat

5-10Using the Printer ConsoleChapter 5Printer Console and Printer Status DisplayRun MenuPrinting TestThis command displays the Printing Test dialog, w

5-11Chapter 5Printer Console and Printer Status DisplayUsing the Printer ConsoleLocal Printer StatusThis command displays the Status Display dialog, w

ixContentsCONTENTSChapter 1: IntroductionFeatures...1-1Operating System ...

5-12Using the Status DisplayChapter 5Printer Console and Printer Status DisplayUsing the Status DisplayThe Status Display displays information about t

5-13Chapter 5Printer Console and Printer Status DisplayUsing the Status DisplayTo Start Up the Status Display Under Windows 95, Windows 98 or Windows

5-14Using the Status DisplayChapter 5Printer Console and Printer Status DisplayUsing the Status DisplayProceed ButtonClick this button to resume a pri

5-15Chapter 5Printer Console and Printer Status DisplayUsing the Status DisplayTo Exit the Status Display To exit the Status Display, use the Exit co

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Chapter 6Maintenance66ChapterMaintenance

Chapter 6Maintenance

6-1Chapter 6MaintenanceReplacing the Toner CartridgeReplacing the Toner CartridgeEach toner cartridge contains enough toner to produce about 6,000 A4/

6-2Replacing the Toner CartridgeChapter 6Maintenance3Press the top cover release button and open the top cover gen-tly.ATTENTION◆The fusing unit insid

6-3Chapter 6MaintenanceReplacing the Toner Cartridge4Remove the old toner cartridge.Note5Remove the toner cartridge from the box it comes packed in. H

xContentsLoading Paper...2-12Connecting to a Computer...2-14Turning on the Printer...

6-4Replacing the Toner CartridgeChapter 6Maintenance6Holding onto the toner cartridge’s handle, lower it into the printer. Make sure that the four pin

6-5Chapter 6MaintenanceReplacing the Toner CartridgeThe cartridge will click into place when it is completely installed.7Close the top cover and press

6-6Replacing the Drum CartridgeChapter 6MaintenanceReplacing the Drum CartridgeEach drum cartridge can produce about 20,000 A4/Letter-size prints. The

6-7Chapter 6MaintenanceReplacing the Drum Cartridge3Press the top cover release button and open the top cover gen-tly.ATTENTION◆The fusing unit inside

6-8Replacing the Drum CartridgeChapter 6Maintenance4Remove the toner cartridge.5Remove the old drum cartridge.Note◆The drum cartridge is made up of no

6-9Chapter 6MaintenanceReplacing the Drum Cartridge6Remove the drum cartridge from the box it comes packed in.Caution7Install the drum cartridge into

6-10Replacing the Drum CartridgeChapter 6MaintenanceNote◆ Color coordinated “1” labels have been affixed to the drum car-tridge and to the inside of t

6-11Chapter 6MaintenanceReplacing the Drum Cartridge8Holding onto the toner cartridge’s handle, lower it into the printer. Make sure that the four pin

6-12Replacing the Drum CartridgeChapter 6MaintenanceThe cartridge will click into place when it is completely installed.9Close the top cover and press

6-13Chapter 6MaintenanceCleaning the PrinterCleaning the PrinterDust, dirt, and paper debris on the outer surfaces and inside the printer can interfer

xiContentsTo Install the PagePro 1100L Printer Driver Using Plug-and-Play ...4-10To Install the PagePro 1100L Printer D

6-14Cleaning the PrinterChapter 6MaintenanceCleaning the paper feed roller1Turn off the printer and unplug the power cord.2Close the face-down tray.3P

6-15Chapter 6MaintenanceCleaning the Printer4Remove the toner cartridge and the drum cartridge.CautionATTENTION◆The fusing unit inside the printer can

6-16Cleaning the PrinterChapter 6Maintenance5Pull back on the cover that protects the paper feed roller located at the bottom of the printer chamber.6

6-17Chapter 6MaintenanceCleaning the Printer7Reinstall the drum cartridge and toner cartridge. See “To Replace the Drum Cartridge” on page 6-6 and “To

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Chapter 7Troubleshooting77ChapterTroubleshooting

Chapter 7Troubleshooting

7-1Chapter 7TroubleshootingClearing a Paper MisfeedClearing a Paper MisfeedUse the following procedure to remove the misfed paper inside the printer.I

7-2Clearing a Paper MisfeedChapter 7Troubleshooting2Press the top cover release button and open the top cover gen-tly.ATTENTION◆The fusing unit inside

7-3Chapter 7TroubleshootingClearing a Paper Misfeed3Remove the toner cartridge and the drum cartridge.Caution4Clear the paper misfeed using one of the

xiiContentsUsing the Status Display...5-14To Exit the Status Display...5-15Chapter 6: MaintenanceRepl

7-4Clearing a Paper MisfeedChapter 7TroubleshootingIn the Vicinity of the Drum Cartridge•Pull the end of the paper that is visible straight out of the

7-5Chapter 7TroubleshootingClearing a Paper MisfeedBetween the Drum Cartridge and the Fusing Unit•If both the top and bottom edges of a misfed page ar

7-6Clearing a Paper MisfeedChapter 7Troubleshooting6Close the top cover and press it down gently but firmly until it locks into place.Face-Down Tray1P

7-7Chapter 7TroubleshootingClearing a Paper MisfeedFace-Up Tray (Option)1Pull the misfed paper straight out of the printer.2After removing a misfed pa

7-8Clearing a Paper MisfeedChapter 7TroubleshootingTray11Pull the misfed paper straight out of the printer.2After removing a misfed paper, be sure to

7-9Chapter 7TroubleshootingClearing a Paper MisfeedSecond Paper Cassette Unit (option)1Remove the cassette cover and pull out Tray2 from the second pa

7-10Print Quality ProblemsChapter 7TroubleshootingPrint Quality ProblemsThe following provides information on most print quality problems you might en

7-11Chapter 7TroubleshootingPrint Quality ProblemsPrintout too light The Density set-ting of the printer console may be too light, or the Toner Save s

7-12Print Quality ProblemsChapter 7TroubleshootingBlurred back-groundThe toner car-tridge may be defective.Remove the toner cartridge and check it for

7-13Chapter 7TroubleshootingPrint Quality ProblemsIrregularities The paper may have absorbed some moisture due to high humidity or because of direct c

xiiiContentsChapter 8: SpecificationsPagePro 1100L Printer ...8-1Second Paper Cassette Unit (Option)...8-4In

7-14Print Quality ProblemsChapter 7TroubleshootingToner smudges The toner may be unevenly dis-tributed inside the toner car-tridge.Remove the toner ca

7-15Chapter 7TroubleshootingPrint Quality ProblemsNo OutputSymptom Cause RemedyFailure to pro-duce outputThere is a com-munications problem between th

7-16Print Quality ProblemsChapter 7TroubleshootingCheck computer’s communi-cation ports settings.Refer to the documentation that comes with your com-p

7-17Chapter 7TroubleshootingIndicator Lights (Printer Messages)Indicator Lights (Printer Messages)The two indicator lights on the printer’s control pa

7-18Indicator Lights (Printer Messages)Chapter 7TroubleshootingNoteStandard Status Patterns◆ You can find out details of the printer’s status by check

7-19Chapter 7TroubleshootingIndicator Lights (Printer Messages)Operator Call PatternsIndicators Description ActionTop cover is open. Close the top cov

7-20Indicator Lights (Printer Messages)Chapter 7TroubleshootingCall for Service PatternsWhenever any of the indicator light patterns shown below appea

Chapter 8Specifications88ChapterSpecifications

Chapter 8Specifications

8-1Chapter 8SpecificationsPagePro 1100L PrinterPagePro 1100L PrinterType:Desktop laser beam printerPrint system:Electrostatic dry powder imaging sys-t

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8-2PagePro 1100L PrinterChapter 8SpecificationsOutput capacity: Face-down tray: 100 sheetsFace-up tray: 20 sheetsOperating temperature: 10°C to 35°C (

8-3Chapter 8SpecificationsPagePro 1100L PrinterExternal dimensions and weight (without second paper cassette unit)Height:262 mm (10-1/4 in.)Width:361

8-4Second Paper Cassette Unit (Option)Chapter 8SpecificationsSecond Paper Cassette Unit (Option)External dimensions and weight (without paper cassette

8-5Chapter 8SpecificationsInterface Connector and CableInterface Connector and CableBe sure to use only a parallel interface cable that meets the spec

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AppendixGlossaryAGlossaryAppendix A

GlossaryAppendix A

A-1GlossaryGlossaryAppendix AGlossaryThe following definitions apply specifically to Minolta/QMS printers.applicationA software program that performs

A-2GlossaryGlossaryAppendix Adouble-clickPressing a mouse button twice in quick succession while keeping the mouse in place. Often used to open a dial

A-3GlossaryGlossaryAppendix AiconA graphic image on the screen that represents an element.image transfer rollerThe part inside a page printer that tra

Chapter 1Introduction11ChapterIntroduction

A-4GlossaryGlossaryAppendix Apaper guide(s)Left and right sliding, adjustable holders that secure the paper onto the paper tray.paper supportA expansi

A-5GlossaryGlossaryAppendix Asecond paper cassette unitA tray unit that feeds an additional 500 sheets of paper to the printer. tonerInk in the form o

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Appendix BIndexBAppendixIndex

Appendix BIndex

B-1Appendix BIndexIndexCCassette cover 1-4Cleaning the printer 6-13outside of the printer 6-13paper feed roller 6-14Clearing a paper misfeedface-down

B-2IndexAppendix BIndexPower cordconnecting the power cord 2-11power cord socket 1-2Power source 2-3Power switch 1-2Precautions 2-1, 2-5Printable area

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Chapter 1Introduction

1-1Chapter 1IntroductionFeature sFeaturesThe various features listed below make the Minolta/QMS PagePro 1100L the perfect printer for any size office.

As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, we deter-mined that this machine meets the ENERGY STAR® Guidelines for energy efficiency.What is an ENERGY STAR® product

1-2Printer Parts and AccessoriesChapter 1IntroductionPrinter Parts and AccessoriesPrinterTop cover release buttonFace-down trayControl panelPaper guid

1-3Chapter 1IntroductionPrinter Parts and AccessoriesFusing unitTop coverToner cartridgeDrum cartridge

1-4Printer Parts and AccessoriesChapter 1IntroductionOptionsFace-up trayCassette coverTray2 (500-sheet second cassette)Second paper cassette unit

1-5Chapter 1IntroductionControl PanelControl PanelThe control panel has two indicators.IndicatorsThe two indicators turn on, off, or blink in combinat

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Chapter 2Setting-Up22ChapterSetting-Up

Chapter 2Setting-Up

2-1Chapter 2Setting-UpInstallation PrecautionsInstallation PrecautionsNote the following important precautions when selecting a location for the print

2-2Installation PrecautionsChapter 2Setting-UpSpace RequirementsBe sure to provide space around the printer as indicated below, to ensure easier print

2-3Chapter 2Setting-UpInstallation PrecautionsPower SourceThe following are the power source requirements for this printer.Power supply:220–240 V at 5

iForewordSafety InformationLaser SafetyThis is a page printer which operates by means of a laser. There is no possibility of danger from the laser, pr

2-4Installation PrecautionsChapter 2Setting-UpGroundingAlways ground the printer to guard against the danger of electrical shock. To ground the printe

2-5Chapter 2Setting-UpOperational PrecautionsOperational PrecautionsNote the following important precautions whenever using the printer.Operating Envi

2-6Operational PrecautionsChapter 2Setting-Up• Never try to remove any secured panel or cover. The interior of the printer contains high-voltage circu

2-7Chapter 2Setting-UpOperational PrecautionsAttentionPrinter SuppliesNote the following precautions when handling printer supplies such as the toner

2-8InstallingChapter 2Setting-UpInstalling1Take the items and accessories shown below out of the carton.CautionNote◆ After unpacking, keep all packing

2-9Chapter 2Setting-UpInstalling2Remove the plastic bag and peel off the shipping tape from the printer.3Pull the Tray1 from the printer with both han

2-10InstallingChapter 2Setting-Up5Squeeze the right paper size guide and open the paper size guides. Pull out the plastic-lead strip from the paper fe

2-11Chapter 2Setting-UpSetting-UpSetting-UpConnecting the Power Cord1Make sure that the power switch is in the ❍ (Off) position.2Connect one end of th

2-12Setting-UpChapter 2Setting-UpLoading Paper1Open the face-down tray.2Pull Tray1 from the printer with both hands and lie it down flat.

2-13Chapter 2Setting-UpSetting-Up3Squeeze the right paper guide and open the paper guides.4Place a stack of paper in the center of Tray1. Squeeze the

iiForewordCDRH RegulationsThe Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration implemented regulations for l

2-14Setting-UpChapter 2Setting-UpConnecting to a ComputerCautionNote1Make sure that the printer and the computer you are connecting it to are both tur

2-15Chapter 2Setting-UpSetting-UpTurning on the Printer After connecting the printer to a power outlet, press the power switch to turn it on.When the

2-16OptionsChapter 2Setting-UpOptionsThis section describes the optional items that are available for this printer.Second Paper Cassette UnitThe secon

2-17Chapter 2Setting-UpOptionsInstalling the Second Paper Cassette Unit1Remove the second paper cassette unit and Tray2 from their packaging, includin

2-18OptionsChapter 2Setting-Up3Load paper onto Tray2. See “Loading Paper onto Tray2 (Option)” on page 3-11 for details.4Insert Tray2 into the second p

2-19Chapter 2Setting-UpOptionsFace-Up TrayThis face-up tray receives printed pages, printed side up, as they are output from the printer. Printed page

2-20OptionsChapter 2Setting-UpInstalling the Face-Up Tray1Remove the face-up tray from its carton.2Gently bend the output tray inwards, toward the pri

Chapter 3Using the Printer33ChapterUsing the Printer

Chapter 3Using the Printer

3-1Chapter 3Using the PrinterPrinting PaperPrinting PaperTypeCaution◆ This printer is designed to print on only the following types of paper.Paper Sou

iiiForewordFor Denmark UsersADVARSELDansk: Dette er en halvlederlaser. Laserdiodens højeste styrke er 5 mW og bølgelængden er 770–810 nm.For Finland,

3-2Printing PaperChapter 3Using the PrinterSizeCautionStandard sizes*1.Each of the 5 cassettes of Tray2 support one of the 5 types of paper that are c

3-3Chapter 3Using the PrinterPrinting PaperEnvelope and Custom Size• Envelopes are not supported in manual duplex printing, booklet printing and N-up

3-4Printing PaperChapter 3Using the PrinterPrintable AreaThis printer is designed to print on paper with a 4 mm (0.16 in.) margin on all sides.Printab

3-5Chapter 3Using the PrinterLoading PaperLoading PaperThe following sources can be used to feed paper into the printer:•Tray1• Manual feed tray• Tray

3-6Loading PaperChapter 3Using the PrinterLoading Paper onto Tray1You can load up to 150 sheets of standard paper onto Tray1. See “Print-ing Paper” on

3-7Chapter 3Using the PrinterLoading PaperNote◆ A maximum level mark on the paper guide shows how high you can stack paper on Tray1. Make sure that pa

3-8Loading PaperChapter 3Using the PrinterManual Loading (Manual Feed Tray)1Open the paper guides.2Insert the sheet of paper into the manual feed tray

3-9Chapter 3Using the PrinterLoading Paper3Adjust the paper guides so that both sides of the paper are secure.Printing on EnvelopesThe manual feed tra

3-10Loading PaperChapter 3Using the Printer1Place the envelope with the side to be printed facing up on the tray. The flap of the envelope should be f

3-11Chapter 3Using the PrinterLoading PaperLoading Paper onto Tray2 (Option)You can load up to 500 sheets of standard paper onto Tray2. See “Printing

ivForewordFor Norway UsersADVARSELDette en halvleder laser. Maksimal effekt till laserdiode er 5 mW og bølgelengde er 770–810 nm.Laser Caution Label◆

3-12Loading PaperChapter 3Using the Printer2Remove the cassette cover from Tray2.3Press down on the paper lifting plate located inside of Tray2 until

3-13Chapter 3Using the PrinterLoading Paper4Place a stack of up to 500 sheets of paper into Tray2 so that the side that was facing up when the paper w

3-14Loading PaperChapter 3Using the Printer5Replace the cover and insert Tray2 into the second paper cas-sette unit.

3-15Chapter 3Using the PrinterSelecting Output Direction (Printed Side Up or Down)Selecting Output Direction (Printed Side Up or Down)The optional fac

3-16Selecting Output Direction (Printed Side Up or Down)Chapter 3Using the PrinterNote◆ Do not use the switch to change the setting while the printer

Chapter 4Printer Driver44ChapterPrinter Driver

Chapter 4Printer Driver

4-1Chapter 4Printer DriverIntroductionIntroductionThe Minolta PagePro 1100L Printer Driver was specially developed to provide true Windows-based print

4-2System RequirementsChapter 4Printer DriverSystem RequirementsThe following describes the minimum system requirements that are necessary to correctl

4-3Chapter 4Printer DriverInstalling the PagePro 1100L Printer Driver Under Windows95/Windows 98/Windows NT 4.0Installing the PagePro 1100L Printer Dr

vForewordUser InstructionsCE Marking (Declaration of Conformity)We declare under our sole responsibility that the printer and options to which this de

4-4Installing the PagePro 1100L Printer Driver Under Windows 95/Windows 98/Windows NT 4.0Chapter 4Printer DriverTo Install the PagePro 1100L Printer D

4-5Chapter 4Printer DriverInstalling the PagePro 1100L Printer Driver Under Windows95/Windows 98/Windows NT 4.03The opening screen is automatically di

4-6Installing the PagePro 1100L Printer Driver Under Windows 95/Windows 98/Windows NT 4.0Chapter 4Printer Driver4Follow the instructions that appear o

4-7Chapter 4Printer DriverInstalling the PagePro 1100L Printer Driver Under Windows95/Windows 98/Windows NT 4.0Caution6When the following dialog appea

4-8Installing the PagePro 1100L Printer Driver Under Windows 95/Windows 98/Windows NT 4.0Chapter 4Printer Driver7After the installation is completed,

4-9Chapter 4Printer DriverInstalling the PagePro 1100L Printer Driver Under Windows95/Windows 98/Windows NT 4.08After restarting the computer, the fol

4-10Installing the PagePro 1100L Printer Driver Under Windows 95/Windows 98/Windows NT 4.0Chapter 4Printer Driver10Eject the CD-ROM labeled Minolta/QM

4-11Chapter 4Printer DriverInstalling the PagePro 1100L Printer Driver Under Windows95/Windows 98/Windows NT 4.04Insert the CD-ROM labeled Minolta/QMS

4-12Installing the PagePro 1100L Printer Driver Under Windows 95/Windows 98/Windows NT 4.0Chapter 4Printer Driver8Eject the CD-ROM labeled Minolta/QMS

4-13Chapter 4Printer DriverInstalling the PagePro 1100L Printer Driver Under Windows95/Windows 98/Windows NT 4.07If you selected Network Printer in st

viForewordStandardSafety: EN60 950/1992 with Amendments 1, 2, 3, 4, A11Safety of information technology equipment, including electrical business equip

4-14Displaying the PagePro 1100L Printer Driver Setup DialogChapter 4Printer DriverDisplaying the PagePro 1100L Printer Driver Setup DialogNote1Click

4-15Chapter 4Printer DriverDisplaying the PagePro 1100L Printer Driver Setup Dialog3Select Properties from the File menu.The following window appears.

4-16Using the PagePro 1100L Printer DriverChapter 4Printer DriverUsing the PagePro 1100L Printer DriverThe printer driver provides you with control ov

4-17Chapter 4Printer DriverUsing the PagePro 1100L Printer DriverPaperPaper SizeYour printer supports the following paper and media sizes:PaperLetter

4-18Using the PagePro 1100L Printer DriverChapter 4Printer DriverEnvelopesImportant!Custom PaperClick this button to display the Custom Paper dialog f

4-19Chapter 4Printer DriverUsing the PagePro 1100L Printer DriverPaper SourceUse this setting to specify the tray that should be used to feed the spec

4-20Using the PagePro 1100L Printer DriverChapter 4Printer DriverPage LayoutUse Minolta PageWorks/Pro Print ManagerCheck this option to turn on print

4-21Chapter 4Printer DriverUsing the PagePro 1100L Printer DriverBind Short Edge: This setting prints on both side of paper such as Calendar Style.Boo

4-22Using the PagePro 1100L Printer DriverChapter 4Printer DriverFirst Page Only: Check this option when you want to overlay the images on the first p

4-23Chapter 4Printer DriverUsing the PagePro 1100L Printer DriverDetails of N-upClicking the Details of N-up button inside the N-up settings area dis-

viiForewordThis device must be used with shielded interface (Parallel) cable.The use of non-shielded cable is likely to result in interference with ra

4-24Using the PagePro 1100L Printer DriverChapter 4Printer DriverWatermarkWatermarks can be used to alert the reader to the nature of the content of a

4-25Chapter 4Printer DriverUsing the PagePro 1100L Printer DriverEdit WatermarkClicking the Edit Watermark button inside the Watermark settings area d

4-26Using the PagePro 1100L Printer DriverChapter 4Printer DriverDeleteClick this button to delete the watermark whose name is cur-rently highlighted

4-27Chapter 4Printer DriverUsing the PagePro 1100L Printer DriverAfter creating a watermark, click OK to save it as a bitmap file and add its name to

4-28Using the PagePro 1100L Printer DriverChapter 4Printer DriverBrightnessUse this slider to adjust the brightness of the image. Slide it to the righ

4-29Chapter 4Printer DriverUninstalling the Printer DriverUninstalling the Printer DriverThis section describes how to uninstall the PagePro 1100L Pri

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Chapter 5Printer Console and Printer Status Display55ChapterPrinter Console andPrinter Status Display

Chapter 5Printer Console and Printer Status Display

5-1Chapter 5Printer Console and Printer Status DisplayUsing the Printer ConsoleUsing the Printer ConsoleThis program provides a single central locatio