Oki OL600ex User manual

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Oki is a registered trademark of Oki Electric Industry
Company, Ltd.
Energy Starisatrademark ofthe UnitedStatesEnvironmental
Protection Agency
TrueType is a registered trademark of Apple Computer
Company
Hewlett-Packard, HP, and LaserJet are registered trademarks
of Hewlett-Packard Company.
IBM is a registered trademark of International Business
Machines Corp.
Microsoft and MS-DOS are registered trademarks and
Windows is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in
this document is complete, accurate, and up-to-date. Oki
assumes no responsibility for the results of errors beyond its
control. Oki also cannot guarantee that changes in software
and equipment made by other manufacturers and referred to
inthis guide willnot affectthe applicability ofthe information
in it. Mention of software products manufactured by other
companies does not necessarily constitute endorsement by
Oki.
Copyright 1995 by Oki. All rights reserved.
First edition September, 1995.
Written and produced by the Oki Documentation Dept.
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• Do not use your printer near water, or spill liquid of any
kind into it.
• Becertain that yourpower sourcematchesthe rating listed
on the back of the printer. If you are not sure, check with
your dealer or with your local power company.
• Your printer has an earthed, 3-prong plug as a safety
feature, and it will only fit into an earthed outlet. If you
can not plug it in, chances are you have an older, non-
earthed outlet; contact an electrician to have the outlet
replaced. Do not use an adapter to defeat the earthing.
• To avoid damaging the power cord, do not put anything
on it or place it where it will be walked on. If the cord
becomes damaged or frayed, replace it immediately.
• If you are using an extension cord or power strip with the
printer, make sure that the total of the amperes required
by all the equipment on the extension is less than the
extension’s rating. The total ratings of all equipment
plugged into the outlet should not exceed 15 amperes.
• Thisprintermust beinstalled nearto apoweroutlet switch
which shall remain easily accessible.
Safety Instructions
Your Okiprinterhas beencarefully designedto giveyouyears
ofsafe,reliable performance.Aswith allelectricalequipment,
however, there are a few basic precautions you should take to
avoid hurting yourself or damaging the printer:
• Read the setup instructions in this handbook carefully.
Be sure to save it for future reference.
• Read and follow all warning and instruction labels on
the printer itself.
• Unplug the printer before you clean it. Use only a damp
cloth; do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
• Place your printer on a firm, solid surface. If you put it
on something unsteady, it may fall and be damaged; if
you place it on a soft surface, such as a rug, sofa, or bed,
the vents may become blocked, causing the printer to
overheat.
• To protect your printer from overheating, make sure all
openings on the printer are not blocked. Do not put the
printer on or near a heat source, such as a radiator or heat
register. Keep it out of direct sunlight. Allow enough
room around the printer for adequate ventilation and easy
access to the paper trays.
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• Do not poke anything into the ventilation slots on the
printer; you could get a shock or cause a fire.
• Aside from the routine maintenance described in this
handbook, do not try to service the printer yourself;
opening the cover may expose you to shocks or other
hazards.
• Lifting the top cover exposes hot surfaces. These are
clearly labelled. Do NOT touch them.
• Do not make any adjustments other than those outlined
in the handbook you may cause damage requiring
extensive repair work.
If anything happens that indicates that your printer is not
working properly or has been damaged, unplug it
immediately and contact your dealer.
These are some of the things to look for:
• The power cable or plug is frayed or damaged.
• Liquid has been spilled into the printer, or it has been
exposed to water.
• The printer has been dropped, or the cabinet is damaged.
• The printer does not function normally when you are
following the operating instructions.
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Table of Contents
Printer Features:....................................................... 7
OptionalAccessories......................................... 7
Check the Contents.................................................. 8
Printer Components ................................................. 9
Setting UpYour Printer.......................................... 10
Remove the protective sheet ........................... 10
Installing Toner ............................................... 11
Choosing Paper...................................................... 13
Paper Sizes ...................................................... 13
Paper Weight ................................................... 13
Installing Paper ............................................... 14
Paper Exit Paths..................................................... 15
Top Paper Exit................................................. 15
Rear Paper Exit ............................................... 16
Manual Feed .......................................................... 16
Transparencies/Adhesive Labels............................ 17
Printing Envelopes................................................. 18
Choosing Envelopes........................................ 18
ConnectingYour Printer ........................................ 19
Installing Printer Driver......................................... 20
Changing the Language (OL610ex) ...................... 20
Printing a Demo Page............................................ 21
Control Panel (OL610ex and OL600ex/OP) ......... 21
The Display Window....................................... 22
The Buttons..................................................... 22
Oki Systems CompanyAddress ............................ 23
Index .................................................................. 24
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Congratulations!You haveselected a printer with fast output,
excellent print quality, and easy operation.
Your printer’s features include:
• 6 page per minute (ppm) output
• 100 sheet universalA4 size paper tray, plus manual feed
for envelopes and special documents
• On-screensoft operatorpanelfor printersetup andcontrol,
and statusmonitor forreal-time printerstatus information
• Compatible with Windows™ 3.1 and DOS applications
• Bi-directional Centronics IEEE 1284 parallel interface
OL600ex Features:
•HP
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PCL®4.5 (HP LaserJet®IIP+ compatible)
• 300 DPI plus 600 DPI Class output from Windows™
• 44 Bitmap fonts
• 1 MB memory with Enhanced Memory Management,
expandable to 18 MB
OL610ex Features:
• 300 DPI and 600 DPI Class output
• PCL5e (HP LaserJet 4P compatible)
• 35 PCL and 10 TrueType®Scalable Fonts plus USPS
Postnet
• 2 MB of memory with Enhanced Memory Management,
expandable to 19 MB
Optional Accessories
• 250 sheet universal Second Paper Mechanism
• 100 sheet/50 envelope Multi-Purpose Feeder
• 1 MB Memory Expansion Board
• SIMM modules for expanding memory
• PostScript Option Board (OL610ex only)
• Serial Parallel Converter
As an Energy Star Partner, Oki has
determined that this product meets
the Energy Star guidelines for energy
efficiency.
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Check the Contents
Unpack your printer. You should have:
1. Printer (with Image Drum Cartridge installed).
2. Driver Diskettes.
3. Toner Cartridge.
4. Printer Handbook.
5. Power Cable.
6. Lightproof plastic bag (for storing image drum if printer
must be shipped).
If anything is missing, contact your dealer for a replacement.
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Printer Components
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Power cable
receptacle
Rear paper exit tray
Power switch
Top paper exit bin
Manual feed tray
Automatic paper
feed tray
Bi-directional
parallel interface port
LED array
Image drum cartridge
with toner installed
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Setting Up Your Printer
Remove the protective sheet
1. Press and open the cover.
2. Remove the image drum.
3. Remove the protective sheet.
✘ Be Careful: do not touch the Image Drum's
green surface.
4. Replace the image drum.
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2. Shake the toner cartridge to evenly distribute toner.
Do not remove cartridge from packaging.
Installing Toner
1. Remove the sponge and discard. 3. Unwrap the new cartridge.
4. Remove the tape.
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5. Insert the toner cartridge. 7. Close the printer cover.
6. Push the blue lever forward.
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Choosing Paper
• For best results, use paper that is smooth and of high
quality, like copier type paper or paper with a Sheffield
rating of 100-250.
• Store paper in its ream wrapper until you are ready to
use it. Keep it away from moisture or other conditions
that can cause it to wrinkle or curl.
• Preprinted forms must not scorch, melt, offset, or release
hazardous emissions when heated to 392°F (200° C) for
0.1 second.
• Avoid printing on both sides of the paper or on preprinted
documents that have been in a photocopier.
• Try paper before you buy it in quantity.
Paper Sizes
Letter EXEC
Legal 13* C5 Envelope*
A4 A5
A6 B5
COM-10* Monarch*
DL Envelope* (* manual feed only)
Paper Weight
Paper Tray: 16 to 24 lb.
Manual Feed: 16 to 32 lb.
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Installing Paper
1. Push the paper tray handle.
2. Remove the paper tray. 4. Insert paper.
PAPER FULL
3. Adjust the paper guides.
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5. Re-insert the paper tray.
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Paper Exit Paths
Top Paper Exit
• Printed pages exit face down.
• Pages are stacked in the order printed.
• Exit bin holds 100 sheets (20lb. paper)
Pull the front exit extender forward. Lift out the metal support
bar.
✘ Do not change the direction of the paper output during
printing.
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Rear Paper Exit
• Always use rear exit for printing on heavy paper,
envelopes, labels and transparencies.
• Printed pages exit face up in reverse order.
• Exit tray's maximum capacity is 50 sheets (20 lb. paper).
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Manual Feed
Use manual feed for printing envelopes, transparencies, legal
and odd size paper.
1. Press the bottom of the front panel to release the manual
feed tray. Pull the tray down.
Pull out the rear exit extender until it locks into place. Lift
out the metal support bar.
To return to top exit, fold in the metal support bar and push
the rear exit extender in until it clicks into place.
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2. Adjust the guides. Insert a sheet of paper until the printer
grips it.When using letterhead paper, insert letterhead in
first face up.
3. Set your software application for manual feed and paper
size, then issue print command.
Transparencies/Adhesive Labels
• Use Manual Feed
• Always use rear output.
• Should be specifically made for laser printers or
photocopiers.
• Must be able to withstand 200°C for 0.1 sec.
• Labels should cover entire carrier sheet.
• Carrier sheet or adhesive must not be exposed to any
part of the printer.
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Choosing Envelopes
• Always use rear output.
• No windows or metal clasps.
• Paper no heavier than 28 lbs.
• Smooth even surface.
• No self-sealing flaps.
• Seams down the sides, not across the middle.
• Squared-off flaps that do not cover the print area.
Printing Envelopes
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1. Pull out the rear exit extender until it locks and lift out
the support bar. Pull down the manual feed tray and
adjust the paper guides.
2. Insert the envelope, flap down and to the left, until the
printer grips it.
3. Set envelope size and landscape orientation in your
software, then issue the print command.
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2. Plug the power cord into the printer, then into agrounded
outlet.
3. Switch the printer on.
The Ready light comes on.
POWER
ON OFF
POWER
ON OFF
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Connecting Your Printer
✘ Make sure your printer is not plugged in and your
computer is turned off.
The parallel cable should support bi-directional
communication and must be shielded.
1. Plug the interface cable into the parallel socket in the
printer.
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Installing the Printer Driver
FromWindows™ 3.1x Program Manager
1. Insert Disk 1 supplied with your Oki printer.
2. Click FILE – RUN...
3. Type a:setup in the Command Line box and click
OK.
4. Follow the on screen instructions.
FromWindows 95™
1. Click Start – Settings – Printers.
2. Double-click the Add Printer icon and follow the on
screen instructions.
3. In the printer selection dialogue, click Have Disk.
4. Insert the Windows 95 Printer Driver diskette supplied
with your Oki printer.
5. TypeA:\Win95drv in the command line box and click
OK.
6. Continue with the on screen instructions, selecting the
components and drivers for the printer to be installed.
For DOS Users
The DOS Operator Panel may also be installed by running
install.bat.
1. Insert Disk 2 into drive A:
2. From the DOS command line go onto drive A.
3. Type INSTALL [path]
4. Follow the on screen installation instructions.
Changing the Language (OL610ex)
To change the OL610ex printer's display language to your
local language proceed as follows:
• Press ON LINE (Ready light off).
• Press and hold MENU 1, PRINT MODE appears in the
display window.
• Press MENU 1 until LANGUAGE appears in the display
window.
• Press ENTER.
• Press ➤until your language appears.
• Press ENTER.
• Press ON LINE (Ready light on).
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