MINOLTA-QMS PagePro 4100W User Manual

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Introduction1PagePro 4100W 1-5Indicator LightsThe four indicator lights turn on, off, or blink in combination to let you know the current status of th

Printer Driver and Status Display4PagePro 4100W 4-41PaperThe Paper tab contains functions that effect the format and output of your printed documents.

4Printer Driver and Status Display4-42 PagePro 4100WCopiesThis item specifies the number of copies to be printed. You can specify any value from 1 to

Printer Driver and Status Display4PagePro 4100W 4-43Page LayoutThe Page Layout tab contains a realtime graphic mirror of most driver settings as well

4Printer Driver and Status Display4-44 PagePro 4100WN-up WindowClick on the [Detail of N-up…] button to open a dialog that will allow you to specify t

Printer Driver and Status Display4PagePro 4100W 4-45Watermark (pop-up dialog)To open the dialog, click the [Edit Watermark…] button.The dialog contain

4Printer Driver and Status Display4-46 PagePro 4100WTo Remove a Watermark from the ListSelect the watermark that you wish to remove from the list, cli

Printer Driver and Status Display4PagePro 4100W 4-47ImageThe Image tab provides the controls for specifying the format of data transfer from the host

4Printer Driver and Status Display4-48 PagePro 4100W[Detail...]Click this button to open the Graphics pop-up dialog.Graphics (pop-up dialog)Adjustment

Printer Driver and Status Display4PagePro 4100W 4-49Device OptionThe auxiliary accessories that are available for installation appear in this tab.To a

4Printer Driver and Status Display4-50 PagePro 4100W4.7 Using the Printer Status DisplayThe Printer Status Display provides you with a variety of usef

1Introduction1-6 PagePro 4100WWhen the Ready LED is onLED Display Description Response RequiredInitializing Power on, initializing.Warming Up Printer

Printer Driver and Status Display4PagePro 4100W 4-51Using the Printer Status DisplayPrinter StatusThis area displays text messages that describe the c

4Printer Driver and Status Display4-52 PagePro 4100WControlling Pop Up MessagesOn the Display menu, click [Select Pop up Message...].The Activate Popu

Printer Driver and Status Display4PagePro 4100W 4-53On-line HelpUse the Help menu to display online help about the Status Display.Displaying Printer I

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Maintenance5PagePro 4100W 5-15 Maintenance5.1 Replacing the Imaging CartridgeThe imaging cartridge contains the print drum and a supply of toner. If y

5Maintenance5-2 PagePro 4100WTo Replace the Imaging CartridgeCAUTIONThe fusing unit inside the printer can become very hot during operation. Do not to

Maintenance5PagePro 4100W 5-33 Remove the old imaging cartridge.NOTEDo not touch the shutter of the imaging cartridge to avoid causing damage to the d

5Maintenance5-4 PagePro 4100W5 Install the imaging cartridge securely into the printer by sliding the pins on each side of the cartridge along the gro

Maintenance5PagePro 4100W 5-55.2 Cleaning the PrinterDust, dirt, and paper debris on the outer surfaces and inside the printer can interfere with prin

5Maintenance5-6 PagePro 4100WNOTEBe sure to close the face-down tray before opening the top cover to prevent injuries.3 Remove the imaging cartridge.N

Introduction1PagePro 4100W 1-7Power Save Printer has entered the Power Save Mode.Paper Empty The paper supply of one of the trays is empty.Press the A

Maintenance5PagePro 4100W 5-75 Use a soft cloth to wipe the paper transport roller.6 Reinstall the imaging cartridge (see page 5-2). 7 Close the top c

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Troubleshooting6PagePro 4100W 6-16 Troubleshooting6.1 Clearing a Paper MisfeedInside the PrinterUse the following procedure to remove a misfed paper f

6Troubleshooting6-2 PagePro 4100W2 Remove the imaging cartridge.NOTEImmediately wrap the imaging cartridge with a cloth to protect it from overexposur

Troubleshooting6PagePro 4100W 6-34 Reinstall the imaging cartridge (see page 5-2)..5 Close the top cover and press it down gently but firmly until it

6Troubleshooting6-4 PagePro 4100WPaper Output MisfeedPull the misfed paper straight out of the printer.Paper Input Misfeed (from Tray 1)Remove the tra

Troubleshooting6PagePro 4100W 6-5Paper Input Misfeed (from Second/Third Paper Cassette Unit)Remove the cassette cover and pull out Tray 2/Tray 3 from

6Troubleshooting6-6 PagePro 4100W6.2 Paper Misfeed in the Duplex UnitUpper MisfeedOpen the duplex upper cover and pull out the misfed paper.Lower Misf

Troubleshooting6PagePro 4100W 6-76.3 Print Quality ProblemsThe following provides information on most print quality problems you might encounter. If t

6Troubleshooting6-8 PagePro 4100WPrintout too lightThe imaging cartridge may be running out of toner.Remove the imaging cartridge and rock it left and

1Introduction1-8 PagePro 4100WWait Action Press the Action key in the event of a paper size error or when operating in the manual mode.Press the Actio

Troubleshooting6PagePro 4100W 6-9Uneven print densityThe toner may be unevenly distributed inside the imaging cartridge.Remove the imaging cartridge a

6Troubleshooting6-10 PagePro 4100WToner smudgesThe toner may be unevenly distributed inside the imaging cartridge.Remove the imaging cartridge and roc

Troubleshooting6PagePro 4100W 6-116.5 MessagesNOTEThe LED display will change as you press the Action key.The appearance of this icon throughout this

6Troubleshooting6-12 PagePro 4100WWhen the Ready LED is on LED Display Description Response RequiredInitializing Power on, initializing.Warming Up Pri

Troubleshooting6PagePro 4100W 6-13Power Save Printer has entered the Power Save Mode.Toner Low The imaging cartridge is low on toner but printing is s

6Troubleshooting6-14 PagePro 4100WTray 1 Paper Empty The paper supply of Tray 1 is empty.Add paper (see page 2-10 and see page 3-4).Tray 2 Paper Empty

Troubleshooting6PagePro 4100W 6-15Tray 2 No Cassette/No Tray 2The cassette for Tray 2 is not in place.Check the trays to make sure that all cassettes

6Troubleshooting6-16 PagePro 4100WWhen the Error LED is on LED Display Description Response RequiredBuffer Overflow The buffer cannot handle the volum

Troubleshooting6PagePro 4100W 6-17Paper Misfeed 2 A paper misfeed occurred near Tray 2Remove the misfed sheet of paper. For details, see “Clearing a P

6Troubleshooting6-18 PagePro 4100WPaper Misfeed 6 A paper misfeed occurred near the imaging cartridge.Remove the misfed sheet of paper. For details, s

Introduction1PagePro 4100W 1-9When the Error LED is onLED Display Description Response RequiredPaper Size Error The paper-size setting of the printer

Troubleshooting6PagePro 4100W 6-19Wrong Media (Duplex Unit) The wrong media has been loaded into the duplex unit.Place the specified type of paper int

6Troubleshooting6-20 PagePro 4100WI/O Error (Network) A network port error occurred.Turn the printer off then on again. If the problem persists, conta

Troubleshooting6PagePro 4100W 6-21Fatal Error:Main MotorAn engine error has occurred.Turn the printer off then on again. If the problem persists, cont

6Troubleshooting6-22 PagePro 4100WFatal Error: Fuser Warm UpAn error occurred at the fusing unit.Turn the printer off then on again. If the problem pe

Specifications7PagePro 4100W 7-17 Specifications7.1 PagePro 4100W PrinterSpecificationsType Desktop laser beam printerPrint system Electrostatic dry p

7Specifications7-2 PagePro 4100W7.2 Second Paper Cassette Unit (Option)External dimensionsHeight 13" (332 mm)Width 17-5/32" (436 mm)Depth 20

Specifications7PagePro 4100W 7-37.3 Third Paper Cassette Unit (Option)7.4 Duplex Unit (Option)SpecificationsPaper feeding system One-way systemPaper t

7Specifications7-4 PagePro 4100W7.5 Interface Connector and CableBe sure to use only a parallel interface cable that meets the specifications describe

Quick Reference8PagePro 4100W 8-18 Quick Reference8.1 The LED DisplayThe LED display of the control panel is an important tool for identifying the ope

8Quick Reference8-2 PagePro 4100WWhen the Ready LED is onInitializing (see page 6-12)Warming Up (see page 6-12)Ready (see page 6-12)Power Save (see pa

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Quick Reference8PagePro 4100W 8-3Size Mismatch(see page 3-1 andsee page 4-41)Tray 2 No Cassette/No Tray 2 (see page 2-23and see page 4-41)Tray 3 No Ca

8Quick Reference8-4 PagePro 4100WWhen the Error LED is onBuffer Overflow(see page 6-12)Cover Open(see page 6-12 andsee page 1-2)Paper Size Error (see

Quick Reference8PagePro 4100W 8-5Paper Misfeed 7(see page 6-16 andsee page 6-1)Paper Misfeed 8 (see page 6-16 andsee page 6-6)Cover Open (Deplex Unit)

8Quick Reference8-6 PagePro 4100WWhen the Error LED is on (Fatal Error)HSYNC Abnormal (see page 6-16)Polygonal Mirror Motor (see page 6-16)Main Motor

Glossary9PagePro 4100W 9-19 GlossaryThe following definitions apply specifically to your Minolta/QMS printer.applicationA software program that perfor

9Glossary9-2 PagePro 4100Wduplex unit (option)An option that can be installed onto your printer in order to generate double-sided, or duplex documents

Glossary9PagePro 4100W 9-3manual feed trayUsed to feed paper and envelopes into the printer manually.N-up printingA series of printer settings that pr

9Glossary9-4 PagePro 4100WPostScriptDeveloped by Adobe Systems, PostScript is one of the most well known page description languages. PostScript fonts

Glossary9PagePro 4100W 9-5tonerInk in the form of a plastic powder that is contained in a cartridge. top coverA cover attached to the printer that swi

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Setting-up2PagePro 4100W 2-12 Setting-up2.1 Installation PrecautionsNote the following important precautions when selecting a location for the printer

Index10PagePro 4100W 10-110 IndexAAbout ...

10Index10-2 PagePro 4100WIImage ... 4-47Im

Index10PagePro 4100W 10-3Printer ...2-4P

10Index10-4 PagePro 4100WTray cover ... 1-2Turn

2Setting-up2-2 PagePro 4100WPower SourceThe following are the power source requirements for this printer.Power source: 220 - 240 V at 50 - 60 HzVoltag

Setting-up2PagePro 4100W 2-3Space RequirementsBe sure to provide space around the printer as indicated below, to ensure easier printer operation, pape

2Setting-up2-4 PagePro 4100W2.2 Operational PrecautionsNote the following important precautions whenever using the printer.Operating EnvironmentThe fo

PagePro 4100W -11 Introduction1.1 Features ...1-11.2 Printer Par

Setting-up2PagePro 4100W 2-5Do not allow water or other liquids to spill on or near the printer. Fire or electrical shock can occur should water or li

2Setting-up2-6 PagePro 4100WPrinter SuppliesNote the following precautions when handling printer supplies such as the imaging cartridge, and paper. Av

Setting-up2PagePro 4100W 2-72.3 Setting-upSee the Quick Guide for Installation and Reference printer before unpacking.Set-up the printer according to

2Setting-up2-8 PagePro 4100WInstalling Tray 11 Using the left and right slots in the printer as guides, gently push Tray 1 until it cannot be inserted

Setting-up2PagePro 4100W 2-9Connecting the Power Cord1 Make sure that the printer’s power switch is in the O (Off) position.2 Connect one end of the p

2Setting-up2-10 PagePro 4100WLoading Paper1 Remove the tray cover from Tray 1.2 Open all three of the paper size guides.

Setting-up2PagePro 4100W 2-113 Place the paper stack onto the tray, print-side up. Secure the stack by adjusting the paper size guides.NOTEA maximum l

2Setting-up2-12 PagePro 4100WTurning On the PrinterAfter connecting the printer to a power outlet, press the power switch to turn it on.Turning on the

Setting-up2PagePro 4100W 2-13Connecting to a Computer1 Make sure that the printer and the computer you are connecting it to are both turned off.2 Conn

2Setting-up2-14 PagePro 4100W2.4 OptionsThis section describes the optional items that are available for this printer: Memory SIMM(s), Duplex Unit, Se

-2 PagePro 4100W3 Using the Printer3.1 Paper... 3-1Type...

Setting-up2PagePro 4100W 2-15Installing the Optional SIMMWARNINGElectric shock hazard! Do not remove any cover of the printer that is not directly spe

2Setting-up2-16 PagePro 4100W5 Clips secure the exterior side cover from the inside of the printer. Gently maneuver the exterior side cover until the

Setting-up2PagePro 4100W 2-177 Remove the internal side cover to expose the main circuit.8 Being careful not to touch the connection points along the

2Setting-up2-18 PagePro 4100W9 Make sure both clips on the socket are pushed through the holes on the SIMM.10Replace the internal side cover using the

Setting-up2PagePro 4100W 2-1912Select the Printer Information in the Printer Status Display and check to make sure that the “Printer Memory” item corr

2Setting-up2-20 PagePro 4100W2.5 Duplex UnitYour printer supports double-sided printing if the optional duplex unit is installed. Double-sided documen

Setting-up2PagePro 4100W 2-212 Align the “L” shaped duplex unit to the back of the main unit of the printer so that the bottom of the “L” is inside of

2Setting-up2-22 PagePro 4100W3 With one hand holding the duplex unit in position, use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten the screws that are permanentl

Setting-up2PagePro 4100W 2-232.6 Second/Third Paper Cassette UnitYou can increase the paper-holding capacity of your printer by installing an optional

2Setting-up2-24 PagePro 4100W3 Insert Tray 2 or Tray 3 into the paper cassette unit.Second paper cassette unit Third paper cassette unitTray 2Tray 3

PagePro 4100W -3On-line Help ...4-53Displaying Printer Information...

Setting-up2PagePro 4100W 2-25NOTEBe sure to use both hands whenever Tray 2 or Tray 3 is being removed from or inserted into the paper cassette unit4 C

2Setting-up2-26 PagePro 4100W2.7 Network Interface Card (NIC)There is an optional 10/100BaseT network interface card that is supported by this printer

Setting-up2PagePro 4100W 2-272 Remove the screw that secures the cover panel to the back of the printer. Remove the cover panel.NOTEMake sure that you

2Setting-up2-28 PagePro 4100W5 Secure the NIC into place using the same screws that were used to hold the cover panel.NOTEFollow the NIC’s installatio

Using the Printer3PagePro 4100W 3-13 Using the Printer3.1 PaperCAUTIONThis printer is designed to print on only the following types of paper.TypePaper

3Using the Printer3-2 PagePro 4100WSizeStandard size* Each of the five cassettes of Tray 2/Tray 3 support one of the five types of paper that are comp

Using the Printer3PagePro 4100W 3-3NOTEDo not use the following types of paper to avoid reduced print quality, a misfeed or a print failure.Paper alre

3Using the Printer3-4 PagePro 4100W3.2 Loading PaperThere are two primary sources that can be used to feed paper into the printer: Tray 1 and the manu

Using the Printer3PagePro 4100W 3-53 Place a stack of paper in the center of Tray 1. Adjust the paper size guides so that both the left and the right

3Using the Printer3-6 PagePro 4100WLoading Paper onto Tray 2/Tray 3NOTEMake sure that the Tray 2/Tray 3 cassette for the proper size of paper to be us

-4 PagePro 4100W7.3 Third Paper Cassette Unit (Option)... 7-37.4 Duplex Unit (Option)...

Using the Printer3PagePro 4100W 3-72 Remove the cassette cover from Tray 2/Tray 3.3 Press down on the paper lifting plate located inside of Tray 2/Tra

3Using the Printer3-8 PagePro 4100WNOTEA maximum level mark inside the inlet of Tray 2/Tray 3 shows how high you can stack paper. Make sure that paper

Using the Printer3PagePro 4100W 3-95 Replace the cassette cover and insert Tray 2/Tray 3 into thesecond/third paper cassette unit.Tray 2Tray 3

3Using the Printer3-10 PagePro 4100WLoading Paper onto Manual Feed Tray1 Make sure that the tray cover is properly attached to Tray 1.2 Open the paper

Using the Printer3PagePro 4100W 3-114 Adjust the paper size guides so that both sides of the paper are secure.NOTEInsert only one sheet of paper or on

3Using the Printer3-12 PagePro 4100WPrinting on EnvelopesThe manual feed tray supports feeds of Commercial 10, Monarch, DL and C5 envelopes.Manually f

Using the Printer3PagePro 4100W 3-13Note the following points whenever printing on envelopes:Make sure that all edges are creased sharply and that all

3Using the Printer3-14 PagePro 4100WDuplex PrintingThis feature prints document data on both sides of a sheet of paper. Installation of the optional d

Using the Printer3PagePro 4100W 3-15The supported paper types and sizes for duplex printing are as follows.Paper TypePlain paper: 64 to 90 g/m2 (17 to

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Introduction1PagePro 4100W 1-11 Introduction1.1 FeaturesThe Minolta/QMS PagePro 4100W is a laser printer developed exclusively for use with Windows 95

Printer Driver and Status Display4PagePro 4100W 4-14 Printer Driver and Status DisplayThis printer driver was especially designed to provide true Wind

4Printer Driver and Status Display4-2 PagePro 4100WNOTEUse of a poor quality parallel cable may adversely affect input.In order to achieve the best re

Printer Driver and Status Display4PagePro 4100W 4-34.2 Installing the Printer Driver Under Windows 95/98This section provides information on installin

4Printer Driver and Status Display4-4 PagePro 4100W6 Select Local printer if the printer is connected directly to your computer or Network printer if

Printer Driver and Status Display4PagePro 4100W 4-5NOTEWe strongly recommend that you select PostScript Support. This option allows the printer driver

4Printer Driver and Status Display4-6 PagePro 4100W8 Select the appropriate port.9 Check Set as default printer if you want to use the printer as this

Printer Driver and Status Display4PagePro 4100W 4-712Change the directory name if you want or leave the default directory name. Next, click [Install]

4Printer Driver and Status Display4-8 PagePro 4100W14The Minolta/QMS Printer Utilities dialog on your computer screen contains icons for Minolta/QMS P

Printer Driver and Status Display4PagePro 4100W 4-917In the Non-PostScript Printers area, select Minolta/QMS PagePro 4100W on LPT1: and then click the

4Printer Driver and Status Display4-10 PagePro 4100W20Confirm that Minolta/QMS PagePro (PSCRIPT) is in the Installed ZScript Printers area of the Masq

1Introduction1-2 PagePro 4100W1.2 Printer Parts and AccessoriesSecond paperTray 2 (500-sheetFace-down trayControl panelManual feed trayPaper size guid

Printer Driver and Status Display4PagePro 4100W 4-11NOTEThe Minolta/QMS PagePro (PSCRIPT) icon does not appear in the Printers dialog if you do not pe

4Printer Driver and Status Display4-12 PagePro 4100WTo Uninstall the Printer DriverNOTESkip steps 1 through 6 of the following procedure if you do not

Printer Driver and Status Display4PagePro 4100W 4-134 Click [Exit].5 On the taskbar, click Start, point to Settings, and then click Printers.6 Confirm

4Printer Driver and Status Display4-14 PagePro 4100W7 To start uninstallation of the GDI Printer Driver, click Start on the taskbar, point to Programs

Printer Driver and Status Display4PagePro 4100W 4-1510In the next dialog that appears, click [Yes] to restart the computer.11On the taskbar, click Sta

4Printer Driver and Status Display4-16 PagePro 4100W4.3 Installing the Printer Driver Under Windows NT 4.0This section provides information on install

Printer Driver and Status Display4PagePro 4100W 4-175 Follow the instructions that appear on your computer screen to complete the installation.6 Selec

4Printer Driver and Status Display4-18 PagePro 4100WNOTEWe strongly recommend that you select PostScript Support. This option allows the printer drive

Printer Driver and Status Display4PagePro 4100W 4-199 If the computer onto which you are installing the driver is a print server, check the Server Ins

4Printer Driver and Status Display4-20 PagePro 4100W13Check Set as default printer if you want to use the printer as this default printer or leave thi

Introduction1PagePro 4100W 1-3Top coverImage transfer rollerFusing unitImaging cartridge

Printer Driver and Status Display4PagePro 4100W 4-2117Click [Yes] (recommended) to print a test page or [No] if you want to proceed without printing a

4Printer Driver and Status Display4-22 PagePro 4100W19On the Installer screen, click the [Quit] button.20To start installation of PostScript Driver (Z

Printer Driver and Status Display4PagePro 4100W 4-2322After a few moments, the Minolta/QMS PagePro (PSCRIPT) Properties dialog appears.23Click [OK] to

4Printer Driver and Status Display4-24 PagePro 4100W25Click the [Exit] button to complete installation of PostScript Driver (ZScript).26On the taskbar

Printer Driver and Status Display4PagePro 4100W 4-25Print Test Page: ExampleAn example of the test page is shown below. Make sure that “Minolta/QMS Pa

4Printer Driver and Status Display4-26 PagePro 4100WTo Uninstall the Printer DriverNOTESkip steps 1 through 6 of the following procedure if you do not

Printer Driver and Status Display4PagePro 4100W 4-274 Click [Exit].5 On the taskbar, click [Start], point to Settings, and then click [Printers].6 Con

4Printer Driver and Status Display4-28 PagePro 4100W7 To start uninstallation of the GDI Printer Driver, click Start on the taskbar, point to Programs

Printer Driver and Status Display4PagePro 4100W 4-2910In the next dialog that appears, click [Yes] to restart the computer.11On the taskbar, click Sta

4Printer Driver and Status Display4-30 PagePro 4100W4.4 Registering the Status DisplayThe Status Display provides you with a variety of useful informa

1Introduction1-4 PagePro 4100W1.3 Control Panel The control panel has four indicator lights and one button.LED StatusError LEDON: A Fatal Error has oc

Printer Driver and Status Display4PagePro 4100W 4-312 Click on the Start Menu Programs tab in the Taskbar Properties dialog that appears.3 Click the [

4Printer Driver and Status Display4-32 PagePro 4100W6 Click the Zjst402w file and then click [Open] to return to the Create Shortcut dialog.7 Click th

Printer Driver and Status Display4PagePro 4100W 4-3312Make sure that the Minolta/QMS PagePro 4100W Status Display appears on your desktop and that the

4Printer Driver and Status Display4-34 PagePro 4100WRegistering the Status Display Under Windows NT 4.0This procedure must be followed only after the

Printer Driver and Status Display4PagePro 4100W 4-354 Use the [Browse] button to search for the Zjst402w file (for this example it is assumed that the

4Printer Driver and Status Display4-36 PagePro 4100W9 Enter a name for the shortcut to the Status Display into the Select a Title for the Program dial

Printer Driver and Status Display4PagePro 4100W 4-374.5 Displaying the Driver Setup Dialog (Windows 95/98/NT 4.0)Use the following procedure to displa

4Printer Driver and Status Display4-38 PagePro 4100WTo Display the Driver Setup Dialog Under Windows NT 4.01 Click Start, point to Settings, and then

Printer Driver and Status Display4PagePro 4100W 4-393 In the Printers dialog, select Document Defaults… from the File menu.4 The following dialog appe

4Printer Driver and Status Display4-40 PagePro 4100W4.6 Using the Printer Driver Under Windows 95/98/NT4.0The features of the printer driver allow you