Alps Electric MD-1300 User manual

User’s Guide
for Macintosh

For US Customers
Copyright© 1998 by ALPS ELECTRIC (USA), INC.
This guide may not be copied wholly or in part without prior written permission from ALPS ELECTRIC (USA), INC.
Regardless of the contents of this guide,ALPS ELECTRIC (USA), INC. will not bear the responsibility for negative effects incurred
as a result of the operation of this equipment.
The contents of this guide are subject to change without prior notification.
Great care has been taken in the preparation of this guide. However, if you should discover an error or an omission, please bring it to
our attention.
ALPS, Micro Dry, and Micro Dry Logo are trademarks of ALPS ELECTRIC CO., LTD. of Japan.
Macintosh, Finder, QuickDraw, Balloon Help and System7 are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.
AppleTalk and ColorSync are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. QueueMonitor, QueueWatcher and QueueINIT are
registered trademarks of Palomar Software, Inc. Other brand or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective holders.
As an ENERGY STAR Partner, ALPS has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.
ALPS ELECTRIC (USA), INC.
3553 North First Street
San Jose, CA 95134
Telephone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
BBS: [phone]
WWW: http://www.alpsusa.com
Part Number: 105775-00
For European Customers
Copyright© 1998 by ALPS ELECTRIC (IRELAND) LIMITED
This guide may not be copied wholly or in part without prior written permission fromALPS ELECTRIC (IRELAND) LIMITED.
Regardless of the contents of this guide, ALPS ELECTRIC (IRELAND) LIMITED will not bear the responsibility for negative
effects incurred as a result of the operation of this equipment.
The contents of this guide are subject to change without prior notification.
Great care has been taken in the preparation of this guide. However, if you should discover an error or an omission, please bring it to
our attention.
ALPS, Micro Dry, and Micro Dry Logo are trademarks of ALPS ELECTRIC CO., LTD. of Japan.
Macintosh, Finder, QuickDraw, Balloon Help and System7 are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.
AppleTalk and ColorSync are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. QueueMonitor, QueueWatcher and QueueINIT are
registered trademarks of Palomar Software, Inc. Other brand or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective holders.
As an ENERGY STAR Partner, ALPS has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.
ALPS ELECTRIC (IRELAND) LIMITED
Clara Road,
Millstreet Town,
Co. Cork,
Ireland.
Telephone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
Printed in Japan.

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RADIO &TELEVISION INTERFERENCE
UNITED STATES. The equipment described in this guide generates and uses radio frequency
energy. If it is not installed and used in accordance with the instructions in this guide, it may
cause interference with radio and television reception.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
If necessary, you should consult your dealer or experienced radio/television technician for
additional suggestions. You may find helpful the following booklet, prepared by the Federal
Communications Commission: How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems.
This booklet is available from the United States Government Printing Office, Washington,
D.C. 20402. The booklet number is 004-000-00345-4.
Note:Changes or Modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s right to operate this equipment.
Peripherals used in conjunction with this equipment must be connected via shielded interface
cables. Use of unshielded interface cables may result in interference to radio and TV reception,
and may void the user’s right to operate this equipment.
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number: MD-1300
Trade Name: ALPS
Responsible party: ALPS ELECTRIC (USA), INC.
Address: 3553 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95134 USA
Telephone number: [phone]
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.Operation is subject to the follow-
ing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
4. Do not use this product near water.
5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. The product may fall, causing
serious damage to the product.
6. Slots and openings on the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation. To
ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, do not block or
cover these openings. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a
bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a
radiator or heat register. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation unless
proper ventilation is provided.
7. This product should be operated from the type of power source indicated on the marking
label of the AC adaptor. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your
dealer or local power company.
8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where the cord
will be walked on.
9. If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total of the ampere
ratings on the products plugged into the extension cord do not exceed the extension cord
ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet
does not exceed 15 amperes.
10. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric
shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
11. Except as explained elsewhere in this guide, don’t attempt to service this product yourself.
Opening and removing those covers that are marked “Do Not Remove” may expose you
to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing on those compartments to
service personnel.
12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:
A. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
B. If liquid has been spilled into the product.
C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
D. If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed.
Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive
work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation.
E. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.

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Table of Contents
Introduction.............................................................................. 6
Service, Support and Supplies ................................................ 7
Product Label ...........................................................................8
Chapter 1 Major Functions and Operations .........................................................9
Getting Your Printer Ready...............................................................10
Getting Your Printer Ready.....................................................10
Removing the outside packing materials .........................10
Opening the front cover ...................................................11
Removing the carriage packing material .........................11
Closing the front cover .....................................................12
How to attach the Macintosh interface module................12
How to remove the Macintosh interface module..............12
Locating the printer ......................................................... 12
Connecting Cables ................................................................ 13
Connecting the printer to your computer .........................13
Power cord connections ..................................................14
Name and Function of Each Part of the Printer..............................15
Printer (Front View) ................................................................15
Printer (Rear View) ................................................................ 16
Inside the Printer ....................................................................16
Paper Feed Switch ................................................................ 17
Control Panel..........................................................................17
Installing Ink Cartridges....................................................................18
Identifying Ink Cartridge and Paper Types ............................ 18
Installing Ink Cartridges......................................................... 19
Exchanging Ink Cartridges .....................................................21
Loading Paper....................................................................................22
Paper Types and Available Feeding Modes ...........................22
Notes and precautions about paper................................ 23
Loading Paper in Automatic Feed Mode ................................24
Letter / A4 size of High Grade Paper, plain paper, laser
paper, and transparencies .............................................. 24
4" x 6" / 100 x 148 mm of Photo Realistic Paper and
Photographic-Quality Paper, and Photographic-Quality
Labels ..............................................................................25
Loading Paper in Manual Feed Mode ................................... 27
Installing the Printer Driver ............................................................. 29
Purpose of the Printer Driver ..................................................29
Preparing for Installation ........................................................29
System Requirements ............................................................29
Contents of the Installation Disks .......................................... 29
Installing the Printer Driver .....................................................30
Using Balloon Help ................................................................ 31