MINOLTA-QMS PagePro 4100 User manual

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Table of Contents
1 Introduction
1.1 Welcome to Minolta/QMS..............................................................................................1-1
1.2 Working safely with your laser printer.........................................................................1-2
Notes on your safety and operating safety.......................................................................1-2
Laser safety......................................................................................................................1-3
Internal laser radiation......................................................................................................1-3
CDRH regulations............................................................................................................1-4
Laser safety label.............................................................................................................1-4
Laser caution label...........................................................................................................1-5
1.3 User instructions............................................................................................................1-6
FCC Part 15 - Radio Frequency Devices Warning
(for users in the USA).......................................................................................................1-6
Interference-causing Equipment Standard (ICES-003 ISSUE 3) Warning
(for users in Canada) .......................................................................................................1-7
Ozone emission ...............................................................................................................1-7
2 Unpacking and setting up
2.1 Unpacking the laser printer...........................................................................................2-1
2.2 Overview of printer ........................................................................................................2-3
External printer parts........................................................................................................2-3
Internal printer parts.........................................................................................................2-4
Optional printer parts........................................................................................................2-5
Printer control panel.........................................................................................................2-6
2.3 Setting up the laser printer (1)......................................................................................2-7
Place of installation..........................................................................................................2-7
Storage of consumables and accessories .......................................................................2-7
Ambient conditions...........................................................................................................2-7
Space required.................................................................................................................2-8
2.4 Please note the following points:...............................................................................2-10
What should I watch out for when loading paper?.........................................................2-10
What should I watch out for when loading envelopes?..................................................2-10
Which sizes of paper can I use?....................................................................................2-11
What types of paper can I use?.....................................................................................2-12
2.5 Setting up the laser printer (2)....................................................................................2-13
Fitting the paper output tray and paper feed tray 1 .......................................................2-13
Connecting the power cable ..........................................................................................2-14
Switching the printer on and off......................................................................................2-15
Printing a configuration page ........................................................................................2-16
Connecting the printer to a computer (parallel port) ......................................................2-17
Connecting the printer to a computer (USB port) ..........................................................2-18
3 Installing the printer driver
3.1 System requirements.....................................................................................................3-1

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3.2 Notes on installing the printer driver...........................................................................3-1
General information on the printer driver.........................................................................3-2
Information on installation using Plug-and-Play ..............................................................3-2
Information on installation using the Add Printer Wizard.................................................3-2
Information on installing a network printer.......................................................................3-2
3.3 Installing the USB device driver...................................................................................3-3
3.4 CD-ROM installation for Win95, Win98 or WinNT4.0..................................................3-7
3.5 Installation for Windows 3.1x ......................................................................................3-9
3.6 Uninstalling the Windows printer driver ...................................................................3-10
Deinstallation for Windows 95/98 and Windows NT 4.0................................................3-10
Deinstallation for Windows 3.1x ....................................................................................3-11
3.7 Installation for MS-DOS ..............................................................................................3-12
4 Starting the online manual
4.1 Notes on the online manual..........................................................................................4-1
4.2 Start the online manual as follows:.............................................................................4-2
5 Appendix
5.1 Performance features....................................................................................................5-1
Hardware.........................................................................................................................5-1
Software ..........................................................................................................................5-1
Operating system ............................................................................................................5-1
5.2 Technical specification.................................................................................................5-2
PagePro 4100E printer....................................................................................................5-2
500-sheet paper feed tray (option)..................................................................................5-3
Duplex unit (option) .........................................................................................................5-3
Network card (option)......................................................................................................5-4
SDRAM-SIMM memory module (option).........................................................................5-4
Interfaces and cables ......................................................................................................5-4
USB interface and cable..................................................................................................5-4
5.3 Minolta/QMS's concern for environmental protection ..............................................5-5
What does the energy star mean? ..................................................................................5-5
5.4 Customer information...................................................................................................5-6
Warranty..........................................................................................................................5-6
What does this warranty cover?......................................................................................5-6
What does this warranty NOT cover?..............................................................................5-6
Consumables and your warranty.....................................................................................5-6
Electrostatic discharge and your warranty.......................................................................5-6
What is the period of coverage?......................................................................................5-7
What will Minolta-QMS do to correct problems? .............................................................5-7
How do you obtain warranty service?..............................................................................5-7
How does local law relate to this warranty? ....................................................................5-8
5.5 Certified Minolta-QMS Service Partners......................................................................5-8
5.6 Minolta-QMS support....................................................................................................5-9

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Minolta-QMS USA, Canada and Latin America...............................................................5-9
Minolta-QMS Europe, Middle East, Africa and Australia..................................................5-9
5.7 Program Licence Agreement......................................................................................5-10
Notice to the User ..........................................................................................................5-10
Licence Agreement........................................................................................................5-10
Term...............................................................................................................................5-10
Limited Warranty............................................................................................................5-10
Severability.....................................................................................................................5-11
GOVERNMENT END USERS .......................................................................................5-11
5.8 Index..............................................................................................................................5-12

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1 Introduction
1.1 Welcome to Minolta/QMS
Thank you for purchasing a Minolta/QMS laser printer.
This Installation Guide is a shortened version of the User´s Manual and will provide you all the
important information you need to put your printer in operation. You will find information on the
following topics:
lWorking safely with your laser printer
lUnpacking and setting up
lInstalling the printer driver
lStarting the online manual
lTechnical data.
Read this introduction carefully before using your printer for the first time, and always keep it
within reach.
You will find the full version of the User's Manual for your Minolta/QMS laser printer in the form
of an online manual in digital format on the CD-ROM that is supplied with your printer.
The full manual contains extensive information on the following topics, among others:
lWorking with the printer driver
lWorking with the printer's control panel
lInstalling optional accessories
lCaring for and maintaining your printer
lIdentifying and resolving problems.
We reserve the right to make changes to the contents of this manual.

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Trademarks
PCL is a trademark of the Hewlett-Packard Company.
Centronics is a registered trademark of Centronics, Inc.
MS-DOS, Microsoft, Windows and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation.
IBM is a registered trademark of the International Business Machines Corporation.
Apple, Macintosh and TrueType are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.
PagePro is a trademark of Minolta.
Adobe and PostScript are trademarks of Adobe Systems, Inc.
Fine-ART and Fine Micro Toning are trademarks of Minolta Co., Ltd.
QMS and the QMS logo are registered trademarks of QMS, Inc.
All other names of products and brand-names aretrademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective proprietors.
1.2 Working safely with your laser printer
Notes on your safety and operating safety
Working improperly with the printer can result in health hazards, electric shocks and may even
cause fires. Before you unpack the laser printer, you should make yourself familiar with this
information regarding your safety and operating safety.
CAUTION
Observe the following information:
ÜMake sure that the power cable is correctly plugged into the socket and that the socket is at
all times visible and readily accessible.
ÜDo not pull the cable of the power plug as this may damage the cable. The result could be
an electric shock or a fire.
ÜRemove the power plug from the socket if the machine will not be used for an extended
period of time.
ÜDo not remove the power cable from the socket with wet hands as this may result in an
electric shock.
ÜDo not move the unit unless the power cable has been removed from the socket. Otherwise
you may damage the cable. The result could be a short-circuit or a fire.
ÜDo not place any heavy objects on the power cable. Do not pull or kink the cable as this can
result in damage to the cable. The result could be an electric shock or a fire.
ÜMake surethat the machine is not standing ona cable connected to another machine as this
can result in damage to that cable. The result could be a fire or improper functioning of the
unit in question.
ÜMake sure that the power supply to the unit has the correct voltage. Otherwise the result
could be a fire or an electric shock.
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damaged. Failure to do so could result in a fire or an electric shock. Contact your customer
support technical specialist.
ÜUse only extension cables that are designed for at least the maximum power rating of the
machine. Extension cables with lower ratings can result in overheating and can even cause
a fire.
ÜPerform only the procedures that are described in this manual. Using the machine
improperly can result in a fire or an electric shock.
ÜDo not place any heavy objects on the machine.
ÜDo not open any covers on the machine while printing is in progress.
ÜDo not switch off the unit while printing is in progress.
ÜDo not place any magnetic object near the machine.
ÜDo not use any flammable sprays, liquids or gases in the vicinity of the machine.
ÜDo not remove any safety devices and do not alter the construction of the machine. The unit
is equipped with high-voltage components. Using the machine improperly can result in a fire
or an electric shock.
ÜDo not insert any paper clips, staples or other small metal objects into openings on the
machine. The result could be an electric shock or a fire. If metal pieces are fed into the
machine, switch it off immediately, disconnect the power cable and contact your customer
support technical specialist.
ÜDo not place coffee cups, drinks bottles or other containers with liquids in them on the
machine. If liquid enters the machine the result could be an electric shock or a fire. If liquid
does getinto the machine, switch it off immediately,disconnect the power cable and contact
your customer support technical specialist.
ÜIf the machine becomes unusually hot, or if you notice smoke or an unusual odour coming
from the machine, switch it off immediately and remove the power cable from the socket.
Contact your customer support technical specialist.
Laser safety
This printer is equipped with a laser unit. Ifthe printer is usedin accordancewith the instructions
in the User's Manual, the laser presents no danger.
The radiation emitted is completely absorbed and attenuated by the case. The laser radiation
cannot escape at any time during the printing process.
This laser printer is categorized as a Class 1 printer. This classification means that the printer
does not produce any hazardous laser radiation.
This printer is certified as a Class I Laser product under the US Department of Health and
Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard according to the Radiation Control
forHealthandSafetyAct of1968.Thismeansthattheprinterdoesnotproducehazardouslaser
radiation.
Internal laser radiation
Average radiation output:
1.03 mW at the laser aperture of the print head unit.
Wavelength: 770-810 nm

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This device works with a laser diode of class 3b with invisible laser radiation. The laser diode
and the polygon mirror for sampling are integrated into the laser unit.
The laser unit is NOT AN ITEM TO BE MAINTAINED ON SITE. You should therefore not open
it under any circumstance.
CAUTION
Dangerous laser radiation!
Using the printer in a manner other than as indicated in this manual may result in exposure to
dangerous radiation.
ÜUse the printer only according to the instructions contained in the User's Manual.
CDRH regulations
On 2 August 1976 the Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH), part of the US Food
and Drug Administration, introduced specifications for all products that operate with laser
beams. Products which are to be sold or used in the USA must comply with these statutory
requirements without exception. The safety label shown on the following page confirms
compliance withthe CDRH regulations. This label mustbe attached to all productssold or used
in the USA.
Laser safety label

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DANGER
Use the printer only as described in this manual!
Using thecontrols, adjusting the printer or performing procedures other than as specified in this
manual may result in exposure to hazardous radiation.
ÜUse the printer only according to the instructions contained in the User's Manual.
Laser caution label
CAUTION
Dangerous laser radiation!
This is a semiconductor laser. The maximum power of the laser diode is 5 mW and the
wavelength is 770–810 nm.
ÜUse the printer only according to the instructions contained in the User's Manual.

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1.3 User instructions
FCC Part 15 - Radio Frequency Devices Warning
(for users in the USA)
*1 The Token Ring Network Interface Card (4179-261) complies
with the limits for a Class A digital device.
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 harmfulinterference toradio 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:
lRedirect or relocate the receiving antenna.
lIncrease the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
lConnect the equipment to a socket on a circuit different from the one to which the receiver
is connected.
lConsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device must be used with a shielded interface cable and shielded network cable. The use
of non-shielded cables is likely to result in interference with radio communications and is
prohibited under FCC rules.
The design and production of this unit conform to FCC regulations, and any changes or
modifications must be registered with the FCC and are subject to FCC control. Any changes
made by the purchaser or user without first contacting the manufacturer will be subject to
penalty under FCC regulations.
FCC: Declaration of Conformity
Product type Laser Beam Printer
Product name PagePro 4100E
Options Paper feed tray 2 (4166)
Paper feed tray 3 (4166)
Duplex unit (4168)
Expansion memory (Maximum 96MB)
Adobe PostScript ROM-SIMM (4179-295)
Network interface card
10BaseT/100BaseTX (4179-255)
10BaseT/10Base2 (4179-241)
Token Ring (4179-261)*1
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following 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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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely
to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference
at his own expense.
The design and production of this unit conform to FCC regulations, and any changes or
modifications must be registered with the FCC and are subject to FCC control.
Any changes made by the purchaser or user without first contacting the manufacturer will be
subject to penalty under FCC regulations.
Interference-causing Equipment Standard (ICES-003 ISSUE 3) Warning (for users in
Canada)
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian standard ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
This Class A digital apparatus (4179-261) complies with Canadian standard ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A (4179-261) est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
Ozone emission
Small quantities of ozone escape during the printing process. These quantities do not represent
a health hazard. In spite of this, you should take care that the area in which the machine is
located has adequate ventilation, especially if you are printing large quantities of materials or if
the machine is being used continuously over a long period of time.
FCC: Declaration of Conformity
Product type Network interface card
Product name 4179-261

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2 Unpacking and setting up
2.1 Unpacking the laser printer
CAUTION
Danger to children from packaging materials made of plastic
ÜAfter unpacking, keep the packaging materials out of reach of children.
1Remove the printer parts and accessories from the box.
mPaper output tray
mPrinter
mInstallation Guide
mCD-ROM
mPower cable
mPaper feed tray
2Remove the packaging material from the printer.
3Remove the transport retainers from the printer.

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4Pull the plastic strips out of the printer.
5Remove the plastic strips from the rear of the printer.
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Why save the packaging materials?
If you need to move the printer, you can use the packaging again. In this way you can be
certain that your printer is correctly packed.

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2.2 Overview of printer
External printer parts
No. Description No. Description
1 Release button for top cover 6 Paper feed tray 1
(multipurpose tray)
2 Control panel 7 Power Switch (ON/OFF)
3 Paper output tray
(face down) 8 Socket for power cable
4 Top Cover 9 Parallel port
5 Paper guides 10 USB port
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Internal printer parts
No. Description No. Description
1 Fusing unit 4 Cover to paper feed tray 2
2 Paper guide 5 Image transfer roller
3 Manual paper feed unit 6 Imaging cartridge
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Optional printer parts
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2
3
No. Description No. Description
1 Paper feed tray 2
(500-sheet cassette) 3 Duplex unit
2 Paper feed tray 3
(500-sheet cassette)

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Printer control panel
The control panel has three lamps and one button.
Please refer to the Online Manual for further information on the control panel.
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2
3
4
No. Description No. Description
1 Stand-by lamp (green) 3 Fault (red)
2 Paper empty (orange) 4 Control button

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2.3 Setting up the laser printer (1)
Place of installation
The printer should be set up in a place which is:
ldry and free from dust,
lon a stable surface,
lwell ventilated,
laway of highly flammable items, e.g. curtains,
laway of objects which might obstruct the printer’s ventilation slits,
lnear to an easily accessible power socket.
The printer must be positioned in a way that it cannot be adversely affected by the following:
lsplashing liquids,
lorganic gases, e.g. ammonia,
ldirect sunlight,
lsevere temperature fluctuations,
lexhaust-air from heating, ventilation or air-conditioning systems.
Storage of consumables and accessories
Printing consumables and accessories should be kept:
lsealed in their original packagings,
lprotected against direct sunlight or heat,
lprotected against fluorescent light,
lin a cool, dry and dust-free place,
lout of the reach of children.
CAUTION
Toner poses a health hazard!
Toner is harmful if swallowed.
ÜIf you swallow toner, consult a doctor immediately.
ÜIf you get toner on your hands, wash them immediately with cold water and soap.
Ambient conditions
The optimum ambient conditions for your printer are:
lTemperatures from 50°F to 95°F / 10°C to 35°C
(maximum variation of 18°F / 10°C per hour);
lRelative humidity of 15% to 85%
(maximum variation of 20% per hour).

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Space required
Make certain that there is enough space available around the printer (see illustration). This will
facilitate operation, reloading paper and toner, and maintenance of the printer.
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No. Dimension No. Dimension
A 40-1/2 in. / 1030 mm E 23-1/2 in. / 600 mm
B 33 in. / 840 mm F 11-3/4 in. / 300 mm
C 24-3/4 in. / 630 mm G 4 in. / 100 mm
D 6 in. / 150 mm H 11-3/4 in. / 300 mm

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No. Dimension No. Dimension
A 40-1/2 in. / 1030 mm E 23-1/2 in. / 600 mm
B 33 in. / 840 mm F 11-3/4 in. / 300 mm
C 29-1/2 in. / 750 mm G 4 in. / 100 mm
D 6 in. / 150 mm H 11-3/4 in. / 300 mm