MINOLTA-QMS PagePro 4100W User manual

User Manual
PagePro 4100W
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1 Introduction
1.1 Features .........................................................................................1-1
1.2 Printer Parts and Accessories.....................................................1-2
1.3 Control Panel.................................................................................1-4
Indicator Lights................................................................................1-5
Action Key.......................................................................................1-5
When the Ready LED is on.............................................................1-6
When the Error LED is on...............................................................1-9
2Setting-up
2.1 Installation Precautions................................................................2-1
Selecting a Location for the Printer.................................................2-1
Power Source..................................................................................2-2
Grounding .......................................................................................2-2
Space Requirements.......................................................................2-3
2.2 Operational Precautions...............................................................2-4
Operating Environment...................................................................2-4
Printer..............................................................................................2-4
Printer Supplies...............................................................................2-6
2.3 Setting-up ......................................................................................2-7
Installing the Face-Down Tray ........................................................2-7
Installing Tray 1...............................................................................2-8
Connecting the Power Cord............................................................2-9
Loading Paper...............................................................................2-10
Turning On the Printer...................................................................2-12
Connecting to a Computer............................................................2-13
2.4 Options.........................................................................................2-14
SIMM (Single In-line Memory Module)..........................................2-14
Installing the Optional SIMM.........................................................2-15
2.5 Duplex Unit ..................................................................................2-20
Installing the Duplex Unit ..............................................................2-20
2.6 Second/Third Paper Cassette Unit............................................2-23
Installing the Optional Second/Third Paper Cassette Unit............2-23
2.7 Network Interface Card (NIC).....................................................2-26
Installing the Optional Network Interface Card..............................2-26
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3 Using the Printer
3.1 Paper..............................................................................................3-1
Type................................................................................................ 3-1
Size................................................................................................. 3-2
Envelopes (Tray 1 and Manual Feed Tray)....................................3-2
3.2 Loading Paper............................................................................... 3-4
Loading Paper onto Tray 1.............................................................3-4
Loading Paper onto Tray 2/Tray 3..................................................3-6
Loading Paper onto Manual Feed Tray........................................3-10
Printing on Envelopes...................................................................3-12
Duplex Printing ............................................................................. 3-14
4 Printer Driver and Status Display
4.1 System Requirements.................................................................. 4-1
4.2 Installing the Printer Driver Under Windows 95/98 ................... 4-3
To Install the Printer Driver from the CD-ROM...............................4-3
To Uninstall the Printer Driver ...................................................... 4-12
4.3 Installing the Printer Driver Under Windows NT 4.0 ............... 4-16
To Install the Printer Driver from the CD-ROM............................. 4-16
To Uninstall the Printer Driver ...................................................... 4-26
4.4 Registering the Status Display.................................................. 4-30
Registering the Status Display Under Windows 95/98.................4-30
Registering the Status Display Under Windows NT 4.0...............4-34
4.5 Displaying the Driver Setup Dialog
(Windows 95/98/NT 4.0)4-37
To Display the Driver Setup Dialog Under Windows 95/98..........4-37
To Display the Driver Setup Dialog Under Windows NT 4.0........4-38
4.6 Using the Printer Driver Under
Windows 95/98/NT4.04-40
Common Buttons.......................................................................... 4-40
Paper............................................................................................4-41
Paper Size....................................................................................4-41
Page Layout .................................................................................4-43
Image............................................................................................4-47
Device Option............................................................................... 4-49
About............................................................................................4-49
4.7 Using the Printer Status Display............................................... 4-50
Opening the Printer Status Display ..............................................4-50
Using the Printer Status Display................................................... 4-51
Controlling Pop Up Messages......................................................4-52
Switching Between the Expanded and Reduced Views............... 4-52

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On-line Help..................................................................................4-53
Displaying Printer Information.......................................................4-53
5 Maintenance
5.1 Replacing the Imaging Cartridge.................................................5-1
To Replace the Imaging Cartridge..................................................5-2
5.2 Cleaning the Printer......................................................................5-5
Cleaning the Outside of the Printer.................................................5-5
Cleaning the Paper Transport Roller...............................................5-5
6 Troubleshooting
6.1 Clearing a Paper Misfeed .............................................................6-1
Inside the Printer.............................................................................6-1
Paper Output Misfeed.....................................................................6-4
Paper Input Misfeed (from Tray 1)..................................................6-4
Paper Input Misfeed (from Manual Feed Tray)...............................6-4
Paper Input Misfeed (from Second/Third Paper Cassette Unit)......6-5
6.2 Paper Misfeed in the Duplex Unit ................................................6-6
Upper Misfeed.................................................................................6-6
Lower Misfeed.................................................................................6-6
6.3 Print Quality Problems .................................................................6-7
Blank pages ....................................................................................6-7
Black pages.....................................................................................6-7
Printout too light ..............................................................................6-8
Printout too dark..............................................................................6-8
Blurred background.........................................................................6-8
Uneven print density .......................................................................6-9
Irregularities ....................................................................................6-9
White or black line...........................................................................6-9
Toner smudges.............................................................................6-10
6.4 No output .....................................................................................6-10
Are you using the correct type of printer cable?............................6-10
Are your computer’s communications port settings correct? ........6-10
6.5 Messages.....................................................................................6-11
When the Ready LED is on ..........................................................6-12
When the Error LED is on ............................................................6-16
7 Specifications
7.1 PagePro 4100W Printer.................................................................7-1
7.2 Second Paper Cassette Unit (Option) .........................................7-2

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7.3 Third Paper Cassette Unit (Option)............................................. 7-3
7.4 Duplex Unit (Option)..................................................................... 7-3
7.5 Interface Connector and Cable ................................................... 7-4
7.6 SIMM (Option) ............................................................................... 7-4
8 Quick Reference
8.1 The LED Display ........................................................................... 8-1
Indicator Lights ............................................................................... 8-1
Action Key ...................................................................................... 8-1
When the Ready LED is on ............................................................8-2
When the Error LED is on............................................................... 8-4
When the Error LED is on (Fatal Error).......................................... 8-6
9 Glossary
10 Index

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1 Introduction
1.1 Features
TheMinolta/QMSPagePro4100Wisalaser printerdevelopedexclusively
for use with Windows 95, Windows 98, and Windows NT 4.0 operating
systems.
Thevariousfeatures listedbelowmake the Minolta/QMS PagePro4100W
the perfect printer for any size office.
l Fast 18-page per minute print speed
l Powerful Windowsprinting technology for fast output
l Real 1200 ×600 dpi resolution
l Optional 10/100BaseT Ethernet NIC
l Windows host based PostScript level 2 standard for expanded
software compatibility
l 250-sheet paper capacity
m 1,250-sheet maximum paper-holding capacity with optional
second and third cassette units installed

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1.2 Printer Parts and Accessories
Second paper
Tray 2 (500-sheet
Face-down tray
Control panel
Manual feed tray
Paper size guide
Tray cover
Cassette cover (option)
Tray 3 (500-sheet
Third paper
Cassette cover
second cassette) (option)
(option)
cassette unit
cassette unit (option)
(option)
third cassette)
(option)
Paper size guide
Tray 1
(multipurpose tray)
Power
switch
Top cover
release button
Power cord socket
Parallel interface
connector
Network Interface
Card (NIC) (option)
Ethernet interface
connector
(10/100BaseT)
(option)

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Top cover
Image transfer roller
Fusing unit
Imaging cartridge

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1.3 Control Panel
The control panel has four indicator lights and one button.
LED Status
Error LED
ON: A Fatal Error has occurred
BLINKING: A recoverable error has occurred
OFF: Normal
Toner Empty LED
ON: The imaging cartridge is empty
BLINKING: The imaging cartridge is almost empty
OFF: Normal
Paper Empty LED
ON: The selected paper tray is empty
OFF: Normal
Ready LED
ON: The printer can receive print jobs
BLINKING: The printer is warming up
OFF: The printer is off line
Action Key
Press this key if an error should occur in order to have the current condition
of the printer displayed through the LED.
Error (amber)
Toner empty (amber)
Paper empty (amber)
Ready (green)
Action key

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Indicator Lights
The fourindicatorlights turn on, off, orblink in combination to let you know
the current status of the printer. You can find out details of the printer’s
status by checking the information that appears on your computer screen.
Action Key
The LED display will change as you press the Action key.
Theappearanceofthisiconthroughout thismanualindicates
when you need to press the Action key.
Examples of the messages that can be displayed by the LED are
presented on the following page.
BlinkingOffOn

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When the Ready LED is on
LED Display Description Response Required
Initializing Power on, initializing.
Warming Up Printer is warming up.
Ready Printer is ready and able to
print.

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Power Save Printer has entered the
Power Save Mode.
Paper Empty The paper supply of one of
the trays is empty. Press the Action key to see which tray is out of paper.
For details, see page 6-12.
Size Mismatch The wrong size of paper has
been detected in Tray 1,
Tray 2 or Tray 3.
Load the specified size of
paper into the appropriate
tray or press and hold the
Action key for about 10
secondsuntil all ofthe LED’s
are on tocancel theprint job,
see page 3-4.
LED Display Description Response Required

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Wait Action Press the Action key in the
event of a paper size error or
when operating in the
manual mode.
Press the Action key.
Printing will begin.
Toner Low The imaging cartridge is low
on toner but printing is still
possible.
Ready a new imaging
cartridge. For details, see
page 5-1.
No Cassette/No Tray No Cassette:
The casstte for Tray 2 or
Tray 3 is not in place.
Press the Action key to see
whichcassette isnotinplace
(see page 6-12).
No Tray:
Aprintjobwassentusingthe
Tray2orTray3settinginthe
printer driver, even though
Tray 2 or Tray 3 is not
installed on the printer.
Press the Action key to see
which tray is not in place
(see page 6-12).
LED Display Description Response Required

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When the Error LED is on
LED Display Description Response Required
Paper Size Error The paper-size setting of the
printer driver does not match
the size of paper that has
been detected in the tray.
Load the correct size of
paper or cancel the print job
(by pressing the Action key)
and change the paper-size
setting in the driver
(see page 3-4 and see page
6-16).
Paper Misfeed A paper misfeed occurred
near the Multipurpose tray,
Tray 2, Tray 3, Manual
feeding tray, Lower-duplex
unit, Drum unit, Fuser or
Upper-duplex unit.
Press the Action key to see
where the paper misfeed
occurred. For details, see
page 6-16.
Replace Imaging Cartridge The imaging cartridge is out
of toner. Replace the imaging cartridge. For details, see
page 5-1.

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2 Setting-up
2.1 Installation Precautions
Note the following important precautions whenselecting alocation for the
printer and when connecting it to a power source.
Selecting a Location for the Printer
A proper location helps to ensure that your printer provides you with the
long service life for which it is designed. Double-check to make sure that
the location you select has the following characteristics.
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Choose a location that is well-ventilated.
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Make sure there is no chance of ammonia or other organic gases
being generated in the area.
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The power outlet you plan to connect to should be nearby and
unobstructed.
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Make sure that the printer is not exposed to direct sunlight.
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Avoid areas in the direct airflow of air conditioners, heaters, or
ventilators, and areas subjected to temperature and humidity
extremes.
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Choose a sturdy, level surface where the printerwill notbe exposed to
strong vibration.
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Keep the printer away from any objects that might block itsheat vents.
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Do not locate the printer near curtains or other combustible objects.
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Choose an area where there is no possibility of the printer being
splashed with water or other liquids.
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Make sure that the surrounding area is clean, dry, and free of dust.

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Power Source
The following are the power source requirements for this printer.
l Power source: 220 - 240 V at 50 - 60 Hz
l Voltage fluctuation: Within 220 - 240 V ±10%
l Frequency fluctuation: Within ±0.3%
NOTE
Í Use a power source with minimal voltage and frequency fluctuation.
Í Only use an outlet that is rated for the voltage capacity specified for
this printer.
Í Be sure to plug the power cord all the way into the outlet. The outlet
should belocated near the printer and be easily accessibleso you can
unplug the power cord immediately if necessary.
Í Make sure the outlet you use is visible, and not hidden behind the
printer or any other object.
Í If any other electricalequipment is plugged into the same outlet, make
sure that the capacity of the outlet is not exceeded.
Í If you use an extension cord,make sure itscapacityis greaterthanthe
power consumption of the printer. Using an extension cord with a
lower capacity creates the danger of fire.
Í Never use a multiple socket to connect other appliances or machines
to the same outlet being used to power the printer.
Grounding
Always groundthe printer to guard against the danger of electrical shock.
To ground the printer, connect the grounding wire to the ground terminal
of the electrical outlet you are plugging into or to a grounding contact that
complies with local electrical standards in your area.
NOTE
Í Never connect the grounding wire to a gaspipe,thegrounding wire for
a telephone, or to a water pipe.

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Space Requirements
Be sure toprovide space around the printer as indicated below, to ensure
easier printer operation, paper and toner replacement, and maintenance.
11-3/4" (300mm)
or more
4"
(100mm)
or more
33" (836mm)
or more
11-3/4"
(300mm)
or more
(600mm)
or more
or more
** 34-1/4" (867mm)
or more
6 " (150mm)
or more
*** 11-3/4"
(300mm)
or more
(1,028mm) or more
*** 46-1/2"
(1,178mm) or more
* When equipped with an optional second cassette unit.
** When equipped with an optional third cassette unit.
*** When equipped with an optional duplex unit.
24-3/4" (632mm)
or more
* 29-1/2" (746mm)
40-1/2"
23-1/2"

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2.2 Operational Precautions
Note the following important precautions whenever using the printer.
Operating Environment
The following describes the operating environment required when using
the printer.
l Temperature: 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F) with fluctuation of 10°C
(18°F) per hour
l Humidity: 15% to 85% with fluctuation of 20% per hour
Printer
The following describes precautions for using the printer.
l Never turn the printer off or open any of its covers during a print
operation.
l Never place flammable gasses, liquids or objects that generate
magnetic forces near the printer.
l When unplugging the power cord, always grasp the plug and never
pull on the cord. A damaged cord creates the danger of fire or
electrical shock.
l Never touch the power cord when your hands are wet. Doing so
creates the danger of electrical shock.
l Always unplug the power cord before movingthe printer.Failure to do
so can damage the power cord, creating the danger of fire or electrical
shock.
l Always unplug the power cord if you do not plan to use the printer for
a long time.
l Never try to remove any secured panel or cover. The interior of the
printer contains high-voltage circuitry which creates the danger of
electrical shock when exposed.
l Never try to modify the printer. Doing so creates the danger of fire or
electrical shock.
l Never place any heavy objectson the power cord, pull on it or bend it.
Doing so creates the danger of fire or electrical shock.
l Always make sure the printer is not placed on the electrical cord or the
communications cables of any other electrical equipment. Also make
sure that cords and cables do not get into the printer’s mechanism.
Any of these conditions create the danger of malfunction and fire.
l Always take care so that paper clips, staples, or other small pieces of
metal do not get into the printer through its vents or other openings.
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l Do not allow water or other liquids to spill on or near the printer. Fire
or electrical shock can occur should water or liquid come into contact
with the printer.
l Should liquid or any piece of metal accidently get inside the printer,
immediately turn itoff, unplugthe power cord, andcontactyourdealer.
Failure to take this immediate action creates the danger of fire or
electrical shock.
l Whenever the printer emits unusually high amounts of heat, smoke,
anunusualodor, or noise, immediatelyturnitoff,unplugit, andcontact
your dealer. Failure to take this immediate action creates the danger
of fire or electrical shock.
NOTE
Í Be sure to locate the printer in a well-ventilated location. A minimal
amount of ozone is generated during normal operation of this printer.
Because of this, an unpleasant odor may result when the printer is
usedforextensiveprinting ina poorlyventilated area. Forcomfortable,
and safe operation, be sure to locate the printer in a well-ventilated
area.