Xerox WorkCentre 490cx Technical manual

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Xerox WorkCentre 490cx
Online User Guide
To go to a section in this book,clickon one of the following links. Then, click
on an entry in the section’s Table of Contents. You may also clickon the
Search button on the left ofthe page tolook for key words or phrases.
Safety Notes
Copyright
1: Getting Started
2: Making a Copy
3: Sending a Fax
4: Receiving a Fax
5: Printing
6: Scanning
7: Troubleshooting
8: Maintenance
A: Specifications
FCC Regulations
Safety and Legal Requirements for Xerox Europe
Certification
Telephone Connectivity Guidelines
B: Glossary

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SAFETY NOTES
Safety Notes
Your WorkCentre 490cx and supplies are designed and testedto meet strict
safety requirements. Included are safety agency examination and approval
and compliance to established environmental standards. Please read the
following instructions carefully before operating the WorkCentre 490cx, and
refer to them as needed to ensure the continued safe operation of your
WorkCentre.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on or supplied with the product.
Symbols Used: = Caution = Warning
Unplug the WorkCentre 490cx from the wall outletbefore cleaning. Always
use materials specificallydesignated for this product. Use of other materials
may result in poor performance and could create a hazardous situation.
Do not use aerosol cleaners. Followthe instructionsin this User Guide for
proper cleaning methods. Never spray anything onto or inside ofthe
WorkCentre 490cx.
Use supplies or cleaning materials only as directed. Keepall supplies and
materials out of reach of children.
Do not use theWorkCentre 490cx near water, in wet locations, or outdoors.
Do not place the WorkCentre 490cx on an unstable cart, stand, or table.
The WorkCentre 490cx may fall, causing personal injury or serious damage
to the machine.

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SAFETY NOTES
This product is equipped with a grounding type plug. The plug will fit only
into a grounded power outlet. This is a safety feature. To avoid risk of
electric shock, contact your electrician to replace the receptacle if you are
unable to insert the plug into the outlet. Never use an adapter to connect the
WorkCentre to a power source receptacle that lacks a ground connection
terminal.
The WorkCentre 490cx should be operated from the type of power source
indicated on the label. If you are not sure of the type of power available,
consultyour local power company.
Do not allow anything to rest onthe power cord. Do not locate the
WorkCentre 490cx where people will step on the cord.
The power supply cord is the disconnectdevice for this equipment. Ensure
thatthe WorkCentre 490cx is installednear an outlet and is easily
accessible.
Your machine is equipped with an energy savingdevice to conserve power
when the machine is not in use. The machine may be left on continuously.
Slotsand openings in the cabinet and inthe back andsides ofthe
WorkCentre are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliableoperation of the
WorkCentre and to protect it from overheating, these openingsmust not be
blocked or covered. The WorkCentre 490cx should never be located near or
over a radiator or heat register. The WorkCentre 490cx should not be placed
in a built-in installation unless proper ventilationis provided.
Never push objects of any kind into the slots of the WorkCentre 490cx as
they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts which could
result in a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the WorkCentre 490cx.

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SAFETY NOTES
Never remove covers or guards that require a tool for removal. There are no
casual operator serviceable areas within the covers of the WorkCentre
490cx.
Never defeat interlock switches. This Machine is designed to restrict
operator access to unsafe areas. Covers, guards, and interlock switches are
provided to ensure that the machine will not operate with covers opened.
Use of an extension cord with this WorkCentre is not recommended or
authorized.
Avoid direct viewing of the document lights. The lamps are bright and, while
not harmful, they may cause an annoying afterimage. Always keepthe
document cover closed during operation and storage.
If you need additional safety information concerning the WorkCentre or
Xerox supplied materials, you may call Xerox at 1-800 TEAM XRX
(1-832-6979) from within the United Sates. From outside the United States
please contact your local Xerox Helpline.

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COPYRIGHT
Copyright
Prepared by:
Xerox Industrial Design Human Interface
Graphic Design
Jefferson Road
Henrietta, New York
©1999 by Xerox Limited. All rights reserved.
Copyright protection claimedincludes all forms and matters of copyrightable
material and information now allowed by statutory or judicial law or
hereinafter granted, including without limitation, material generated from the
software programs which are displayed on the screen, such as icons, screen
displays, looks, etc.
Xerox ® and all Xerox products mentioned in this publication are registered
trademarks of the XeroxCorporation.
Windows TM is a trademarkof Microsoft Corporation. Product names
andtrademarks of other companies are also acknowledged.
Changes are periodically made to this document. Changes, technical
inaccuracies and typographical errors will be corrected in subsequent
editions.

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Chapter 1
Getting Started
Clickon one of the followingtopics, or click on the Search button on the left.
Set Up Your Machine
Guidelines for Special Paper and other Media
Installing Software
Uninstalling Software
Using the Control Panel
System Setup
Automatic Reports
Setting an Option

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SET UP YOUR MACHINE
Set Up Your Machine
Unpacking
*1 Two CD ROMs containing Installer, Software and Online User Guide.
*2 May vary according to country.
WC490cx
Install Guide
Telephone line cord2
WorkCentre 490cx Ink Cartridges WC490cx
Quick Reference Guide
Document exit tray Document Input tray
Power cord2PC cable Replacement ADF
RubberPads
CD-ROM1Handset2

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SET UP YOUR MACHINE
Control Locations and Functions
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with the main componentsand their
locations.
Paper Exit Tray
Document
Guide
Control
Panel
Paper
Guide
Automatic
Paper
Feeder
Paper Feeder
Extension Tray
Automatic
Document
Feeder
Envelope
Guide
Document
Input Tray
Document
ExitTray

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SET UP YOUR MACHINE
Note: In some countries, a handset is provided. Your machine may look
slightly different than the illustration with the handset mounted on the left side
of the machine.
EXTConnection
USBCable
Connector Handset Connector (not
availablein allcountries)
Power Cord
Connector
PC Parallel
Cable
Connector
LINE Connection
ColorInk
Cartridge
Control
Panel
Cover
Black Ink
Cartridge

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SET UP YOUR MACHINE
Choosing a Location
To help guarantee trouble-free operation ofyourmachine, place iton a flat,
stable surface near your workstation. Leave enough space to allow for easy
paper loading, paper unloading, and opening ofthe front cover.
Do not place your machine:
• In direct sunlight.
• Near heat sources or air conditioners.
• Industy or dirty environments.
Setting Up Your Machine
Document Input Tray
Insert the two tabs on the tray into the slots as shown. Fold outthe extension
tray, if necessary.