Olivetti MF22 User manual

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1Welcome
1.1 Product Overview..........................................................................1-1
1.2 Trademarks and Copyrights ........................................................1-2
2Before Using the Controller
2.1 Operating Environment ................................................................2-1
2.2 Accessories...................................................................................2-1
3Connecting to a Computer
3.1 Using a Network Connection .......................................................3-2
3.2 Using a Parallel Connection.........................................................3-4
3.2.1 Specifying the Interface Settings ................................................3-5
4Installing the Printer Driver
4.1 When This Machine and the Computer are
Connected Using a Network Connection....................................4-2
4.1.1 Installing the Printer Driver Using the Add Printer Wizard..........4-2
4.2 Uninstalling the Printer Driver .....................................................4-8
5Setting Up the Printer Driver
5.1 Displaying the Printer Driver Setup Dialog Box.........................5-2
5.1.1 Displaying the Printer Driver Setup Dialog Box in
Windows 98/Me ..........................................................................5-2
5.1.2 Displaying the Printer Driver Setup Dialog Box in
Windows 2000/NT 4.0 ................................................................5-3
5.1.3 Displaying the Printer Driver Setup Dialog Box in
Windows XP/Server 2003...........................................................5-3
5.2 Common Controls.........................................................................5-4
5.3 Settings..........................................................................................5-6
5.3.1 Setup Tab ...................................................................................5-6
5.3.2 Paper Tab...................................................................................5-6
5.3.3 Quality Tab .................................................................................5-7

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5.3.4 Device Option Setting Tab ......................................................... 5-7
5.3.5 Job Management Tab ................................................................ 5-8
5.4 Setting Device Options ................................................................ 5-9
6Network Printing in a Windows Environment
6.1 Network Connection Methods That Can Be
Selected in Each Windows OS .................................................... 6-1
6.2 Setting the IP Address for This Machine.................................... 6-3
6.3 Accessing Printer Management Utility ....................................... 6-5
6.4 Windows Printing ......................................................................... 6-6
6.4.1 Operations on This Machine ...................................................... 6-6
6.4.2 Printer Driver Settings................................................................ 6-8
6.5 LPR Printing (Windows 2000/XP/NT 4.0/Server 2003)............... 6-9
6.5.1 Operations on This Machine ...................................................... 6-9
6.5.2 Printer Driver Settings................................................................ 6-9
6.6 IPP Printing (Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003) .......................... 6-11
6.6.1 Operations on This Machine .................................................... 6-11
6.6.2 Installing the Printer Driver....................................................... 6-13
7Using the Scan Functions
7.1 Environment Required for the Scan Functions ......................... 7-2
7.2 Supported File Formats ............................................................... 7-3
7.3 Scan to E-mail............................................................................... 7-4
7.4 Scan to FTP Server....................................................................... 7-5
7.5 Scan to PC..................................................................................... 7-6
7.6 Scan to HDD.................................................................................. 7-7
7.7 Scan to Internet FAX .................................................................... 7-8
7.8 Internet FAX Reception................................................................ 7-9
8Scanning Images Using TWAIN
(PC Scanning Function)
8.1 Operating Environment................................................................ 8-1
8.2 Installing the TWAIN Driver ......................................................... 8-1
8.3 Setting the Panel Lock Timeout for TWAIN ............................... 8-2

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8.4 Retrieving Images Using TWAIN .................................................8-4
8.4.1 Setting the Option Dialog Box ....................................................8-6
8.4.2 Searching the Scanner ...............................................................8-7
9Using the Box Functions
9.1 Overview ........................................................................................9-1
9.2 Environment Required for the Box Functions ...........................9-2
9.3 Using the Box Functions..............................................................9-3
10 Using Printer Management Utility
10.1 System Requirements ................................................................10-1
10.2 Accessing Printer Management Utility......................................10-1
10.2.1 Operation..................................................................................10-2
10.3 Page Structure.............................................................................10-2
10.4 Logging in to Administrator Mode ............................................10-4
11 Using the BOX Utility
11.1 System Requirements ................................................................11-2
11.2 Supported File Formats..............................................................11-2
11.3 Installing the BOX Utility ............................................................11-3
11.4 Using the Box Functions............................................................11-4
11.5 Registering the Copier................................................................11-5
11.6 Connecting the Copier................................................................11-7
11.7 Main Window ...............................................................................11-9
11.8 Image Display Window .............................................................11-10
12 Troubleshooting
12.1 Unable To Print............................................................................12-1
12.2 Unable To Specify Desired Settings or
Unable To Print as Specified......................................................12-2

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Welcome 1
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1Welcome
This manual describes the printing and scanning functions and operations
of the printer controller for the Olivetti digital color copier MF22.
1.1 Product Overview
The printer controller is a device used for adding printing, network printing,
scanning and box functions to the MF22 copier.
Available printer controller functions
lPrinting from a computer (using the PCL5c printer driver)
lSupport of network protocols including TCP/IP, NetBEUI, and IPX/
SPX
lDirect printing over the network using Windows, LPR, or IPP printing
lTransfer and notification over the network of image data scanned with
this machine
lFax operations using the Internet (Internet fax transmission/reception)
lForwarding image data stored in the hard disk of this machine
lSpecify settings for this machine and the printer controller from a client
computer over the network (using a Web browser)
lCapture images using software installed on a computer (using the
TWAIN driver)
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1Welcome
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1.2 Trademarks and Copyrights
Trademarks
lEthernet is a registered trademark of Xerox Corporation.
lMicrosoft, Windows and Windows NT are either registered trademarks
or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or
other countries.
lNovell and NetWare are registered trademarks of Novell, Inc.
lPCL is a registered trademark of Hewlett-Packard Company Limited.
lNetscape Communications, the Netscape Communications logo,
Netscape Navigator, Netscape Communicator, and Netscape are
trademarks of Netscape Communications Corporation.
lAll other product and brand names are trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective companies or organizations.
BOX Utility
lThis software is based in part on the work of the Independent JPEG
Group.
Compact-VJE
Copyright 1986-2003 VACS Corp.
Please note that the display screens used in this manual may differ from
the actual screens that appear on your computer display. Also,
specifications and other information contained in this manual are subject
to change without notice.
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Before Using the Controller 2
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2Before Using the Controller
2.1 Operating Environment
The printer controller operates in the following environments.
2.2 Accessories
Printer Driver CD-ROM
The Printer Driver CD-ROM contains the following.
lPrinter Driver for Windows
lFont Manager
lTWAIN Driver
lBOX Utility
lUser’s Manual (this manual: PDF file)
lLatest Information (Readme.txt)
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Note
The Readme.txt file contains important updated information. Be sure
to read it.
To use the “Store to HDD”, “Distribution” (for printing pages with a
distribution number), Scan to HDD, or Box functions, the optional hard
disk must be installed on this machine. (To use the “Distribution”
function, an additional 256 MB of RAM must be installed.)
Computer IBM PC or compatible
Operating System Windows 98/98SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000, Windows XP,
Windows NT 4.0 (SP6a or later), or Windows Server 2003
RAM 64 MB or more
Network Connection Connection
Method
Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX
Protocol TCP/IP, NetBEUI, or IPX/SPX (NetWare 4.x, 5.x,
and 6)
Parallel Connection IEEE1284 (Compatible/Nibble/ECP)
(Optional local interface kit is required.)
Web Browser
(when using Printer
Management Utility)
Microsoft Internet Explorer Ver.5.5 or later (JavaScript-
compliant), or
Netscape Communicator Ver.4.5 or later (JavaScript-compliant)
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Connecting to a Computer 3
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3Connecting to a Computer
In order to send print data from a computer to this machine, or to capture
data scanned using this machine, it is necessary to connect this machine
to the computer.
There are two ways to connect this machine to the computer. A network
connection can be used to connect this machine to the computer over a
network, or a parallel connection can be used to connect this machine
directly to the computer.
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Note
To connect this machine to a computer using a parallel connection, the
optional local interface kit is required.
Network connection Use an Ethernet cable to connect this machine to a network.
Parallel connection Use a parallel cable to connect this machine directly to the
parallel port of a computer.
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3.1 Using a Network Connection
To use this machine in a network environment, use a 10Base-T/100Base-
TX cable (Ethernet cable) to connect this machine to the network.
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Important
Be sure to use a Category 5 or 5E cable that complies with the
10Base-T/100Base-TX standard.
Always use a 10Base-T/100Base-TX cable that is shielded. Failure to
do so may result in radio frequency interference.
Connection procedure
1Make sure this machine is turned off.
2Connect one end of the 10Base-T/100Base-TX cable to the 10Base-
T/100Base-TX port on this machine, and connect the other end of the
cable to the network hub.
This machine is now connected to the network.
LED 1
LED 2
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Connecting to a Computer 3
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3When this machine is turned on, LED1 will light up.
mLED1: LINK
Lights up if this machine is properly connected to the network.
mLED2: ACT
Blinks depending on the data reception status.
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3.2 Using a Parallel Connection
Use a parallel cable (IEEE 1284, Centronics) to connect the parallel port
on this machine to the parallel port on the computer.
The parallel port on this machine supports IEEE 1284 Type B.
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Note
To connect this machine to the computer using a parallel connection,
the optional local interface kit is required.
Always use a parallel cable that is shielded. Failure to do so may result
in radio frequency interference.
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Memo
To install the printer driver using Plug and Play, use the parallel cable
to connect this machine to the computer when you install the printer
driver.
Connection procedure
1Turn this machine and the computer off.
2Connect one end of the parallel cable to the parallel port (printer port)
on the computer.
3Connect the other end of the parallel cable to the parallel port on the
back of this machine. Use the two clips to secure the interface cable
connector.
This machine is now connected to the computer.
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Connecting to a Computer 3
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3.2.1 Specifying the Interface Settings
If necessary, specify the parallel interface settings from this machine’s
control panel.
Parallel interface setting
1Press the [Utility] key on this machine’s control panel, touch [Admin.
Mode], and then enter the administrator access code.
2Touch [Printer Setting], then [Common Setting].
3Specify settings for the following.
mI/O Timeout:
Set the communication timeout. (10 to 300 seconds)
mParallel Interface:
Set the mode to be used with the parallel interface. (“Compatible”,
“Nibble”, or “ECP”)
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Installing the Printer Driver 4
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4Installing the Printer Driver
This chapter describes how to install the printer driver from the supplied
CD-ROM.
The installation procedure differs depending on how this machine is
connected to the computer. If this machine is connected to the computer
using a parallel connection, the printer driver can be installed using Plug
and Play or the Add Printer Wizard.
The installation method also differs depending on the version of Windows
that you are using. Refer to the table below for the appropriate procedure
for installing the printer driver on your computer.
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Note
To connect this machine to a computer using a parallel connection, the
optional local interface kit is required.
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Memo
For details on the installation procedure for parallel connection, refer
to the MF22 Printer Controller User’s Guide.
Connection method Refer to
Network connection “When This Machine and the Computer are Connected Using
a Network Connection” on page4-2
“For Windows 98/Me/2000/NT 4.0” on page4-2
“For Windows XP/Server 2003” on page4-5
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4.1 When This Machine and the Computer are
Connected Using a Network Connection
4.1.1 Installing the Printer Driver Using the Add Printer
Wizard
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Note
In order to perform IPP printing operations, the printer driver must be
installed so that IPP printing can be set up when the printer driver is
installed. For further details on IPP printing, refer to “IPP Printing
(Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003)” on page6-11.
For Windows 98/Me/2000/NT 4.0
1While Windows is running, load the CD-ROM into the computer’s CD-
ROM drive.
2In Windows, click the [Start] button, point to “Settings”, and then click
“Printers”.
3Double-click the “Add Printer” icon.
The Add Printer Wizard starts up.
4Follow the on-screen instructions.
5On the screen for selecting the printer connection, select Local
printer.
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Note
For details on installing the printer driver in a network environment,
refer to “6 Network Printing in a Windows Environment”. Because
it is necessary to specify other network settings in advance when
installing the printer driver using a network connection, install it
using a local connection at this time.
6Click the [Next] button.
7Click the [Have Disk] button.
8Click the [Browse] button.
9Depending on the version of Windows that you are using, specify the
directory on the CD-ROM that contains the printer driver, and then
click the [OK] button.
mFor Windows 98: (CD-ROM)\Driver\English\Printer\Win9xME
mFor Windows Me: (CD-ROM)\Driver\English\Printer\Win9xME
mFor Windows 2000: (CD-ROM)\Driver\English\Printer\Win2KXP
mFor Windows NT 4.0: (CD-ROM)\Driver\English\Printer\WinNT40
10 Click the [OK] button.
The Printers list appears.
11 Click the [Next] button.
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12 Specify the connection port. Select LPT1 here.
13 Follow the on-screen instructions to perform the installation.
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Note
Do not perform a test print at this point.
Perform the test print after the network settings have been
specified.
14 When installation is complete, make sure that the icon of the installed
printer appears in the “Printers” window.
15 Remove the CD-ROM from the CD-ROM drive.
This completes the printer driver installation.
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For Windows XP/Server 2003
1While Windows is running, load the CD-ROM into the computer’s CD-
ROM drive.
2In Windows, click the [Start] button, and then click “Printers and
Faxes”.
3For Windows XP, click Add a printer on the Printer Tasks menu.
For Windows Server 2003, double-click the “Add Printer” icon.
The Add Printer Wizard starts up.
4Click the [Next] button.
Windows XP Windows Server 2003
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5Select Local printer attached to this computer, and then click the
[Next] button.
Clear the Automatically detect and install my Plug and Play
printer check box.
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Note
For details on installing the printer driver in a network environment,
refer to “6 Network Printing in a Windows Environment”. Because
it is necessary to specify other network settings in advance when
installing the printer driver using a network connection, install it
using a local connection at this time.
6The Select Printer Port dialog box appears. Select LPT1 here, and
then click the [Next] button.
7Click the [Have Disk] button.
8Click the [Browse] button.
9Specify the directory on the CD-ROM
(\Driver\English\Printer\Win2KXP) that contains the printer driver for
Windows XP/Server 2003, and then click the [OK] button.
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