Xerox C55/C55mp User manual

Xerox DocuPrint
C55/C55mp
Color Laser Printer
User’s Guide
701P92870

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This printer contains an emulation of the Hewlett Packard PCL 5C command
language (recognized HP PCL 5C commands)and processes these commands
in a manner compatible with Hewlett Packard Laserjet printer products.
Changes are periodically made to this document. Technical updates will be
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction
What Is In This Guide ....................................................................................................1–2
Conventions Used...........................................................................................................1–5
Where To Go For More Information...............................................................................1–7
Chapter 2: Introduction to Your C55 Printer
Printer Features..............................................................................................................2–3
Print Speed...............................................................................................................2–3
Resolution................................................................................................................2–4
Resident Fonts..........................................................................................................2–4
Connectivity.............................................................................................................2–5
Color Matching Systems...........................................................................................2–6
Printer Driver Software............................................................................................2–7
Printer Components—External .......................................................................................2–8
Printer Components—Internal.......................................................................................2–13

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Chapter 3: Print Media
Loading the Media Tray .................................................................................................3–4
How to Load the Tray With Paper............................................................................3–4
How to Load the Tray With Letterhead Paper...........................................................3–6
How to Load the Tray With Transparencies..............................................................3–7
The Manual Feed Slot.....................................................................................................3–8
The Manual Feed Tray.............................................................................................3–9
How to Attach the Manual Feed Tray.....................................................................3–10
How to Use the Manual Feed Slot...........................................................................3–11
Chapter 4: The Control Panel
Control Panel Components..............................................................................................4–2
Control Panel Indicator Lights..................................................................................4–4
Control Panel Buttons ..............................................................................................4–5
Control Panel Use...........................................................................................................4–7
Menu System Navigation..........................................................................................4–7
Control Panel Menus......................................................................................................4–9
The Top Menus........................................................................................................4–9
Specific Examples of Control Panel Use .................................................................4–13
Using the Optional Media Server ..................................................................................4–18
Print to File............................................................................................................4–19
How to Print From the Media Server ......................................................................4–20

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Chapter 5: Special C55 Printer Driver Options
PostScript vs. PCL 5C Printer Driver Feature Comparison..............................................5–3
PCL 5C Printer Driver Features......................................................................................5–4
Color Settings (Xerox Features tab)..........................................................................5–4
Edge Smoothing (Xerox Features tab).......................................................................5–6
Enhanced Alignment (Xerox Features tab)................................................................5–6
Tray Switching (Paper tab).......................................................................................5–6
Hold Job (Paper tab) ................................................................................................5–6
Document Halftones (Xerox Features tab) ................................................................5–7
Expert Color Control................................................................................................5–8
Save Settings..........................................................................................................5–10
Restore Settings .....................................................................................................5–10
PostScript Printer Driver Features ................................................................................5–11
Output Modes........................................................................................................5–11
Color Settings ........................................................................................................5–13
Document Halftone ................................................................................................5–16
Expert Color Control..............................................................................................5–17
Save Settings..........................................................................................................5–19
Restore Settings .....................................................................................................5–19
Advanced Features.................................................................................................5–20
ImageFix (Windows 95 PostScript only).......................................................................5–21

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Chapter 6: Troubleshooting
Before You Begin Troubleshooting .................................................................................6–2
Hardware.................................................................................................................6–2
Software ..................................................................................................................6–3
Printer Maintenance .................................................................................................6–3
Consumables............................................................................................................6–3
Error Messages ..............................................................................................................6–4
How to Clear A Media Jam...........................................................................................6–11
Media Jam Areas....................................................................................................6–12
Fuser/Output Area Jam ..........................................................................................6–13
Input/Transfer Drum/Print Drum Area Jam ............................................................6–15
Tray/Manual Feed Slot Jam....................................................................................6–17
Print Defects ................................................................................................................6–18
Additional Sources of Troubleshooting Assistance.........................................................6–24
Chapter 7: Printer Maintenance
Regular Printer Maintenance...........................................................................................7–2
Density and Color Balance Adjustment Procedure...........................................................7–3
Printing a Test Page .................................................................................................7–3
What To Look For ...................................................................................................7–5
Making an Adjustment .............................................................................................7–6
Adjustment Recovery ...............................................................................................7–7
Cleaning Procedures.......................................................................................................7–8
Cleaning the Print Drum Charger..............................................................................7–8
Cleaning the Grounding Roller and Feed Rollers.......................................................7–9

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Chapter 8: Optional Equipment
Available Optional Equipment ........................................................................................8–2
How to Install Additional Memory..................................................................................8–5
Memory Upgrade for the C55...................................................................................8–6
Memory Upgrade for the C55mp..............................................................................8–6
Memory Installation Procedure.................................................................................8–8
Memory Upgrade Options...............................................................................................8–9
Chapter 9: Network Printer Services
Appendix A: Safety Notes
Appendix B: Special Notices
Appendix C: Printer Technical Specifications
Index

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I N T R O D U C T I O N 1–1
CHAPTER 1
1Introduction
n What Is In This Guide
n Conventions Used
n Where To Go For More Information
This User’s Guide is designed to help you become familiar with all of the
powerful features of your C55/C55mp Color Laser Printer, and contains
information about all possible configurations. Your printer may or may not
have all of the options discussed. All options can be added to your
C55/C55mp. See “Chapter 8: Optional Equipment” for option information,
or contact your authorized Xerox reseller.

1–2 I N T R O D U C T I O N
Although this guide is written for the casual user, it is necessary for you to
have a basic knowledge of your applications and operating system in order
to use the guide most effectively. Additional resources for Systems
Administrators and users who need more detailed technical information are
listed at the end of this chapter on page 1–7 under “Where To Go For More
Information.”
NOTE: Before using your printer, be sure you have performed all the
steps outlined in the Quick Installation Guide packaged with your
printer.
1 What Is In This Guide
Chapter 1: Introduction describes the type of information in this User's
Guide, the conventions used for special information, and the resources
available for additional information.
Chapter 2: Introduction to Your C55 Printer describes basic printer
models and features, explores printer components, and provides a brief
overview of printer drivers.