Samsung Electronics Co ML6100N Laser Printer User Manual 00 Cover ENG

Samsung Electronics Co Ltd Laser Printer 00 Cover ENG

Users Manual

Laser PrinterUser’s GuideMMLL--66110000 SSeerriieess
ELECTRONICSP/N. JC68-00xxxA Rev. 1.00Visit us at: http://samsungelectronics.comIf you have access to this online service, you can download the UserÕs Guide and drivers from Samsung Electronics.
ITrademark Notices¥ML-6100, ML-6100N and Samsung logo are trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd.¥Centronics is a registered trademark of Centronics Data Computer Corporation.¥HP, PCL5e, and PCL6 are registered trademarks of Hewlett-Packard Company.¥IBM, IBM PC, XT, AT, PS/2 are registered trademarks of International Business MachinesCorporation.¥Apple, AppleTalk, TrueType, Laser Writer, Macintosh, and LocalTalk are registered trademarksof Apple Computer, inc.¥Microsoft, MS-Windows, and MS-DOS are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.¥PostScript, is a registered trademarks of Adobe Systems, Inc.¥CompuServe is a registered trademark of CompuServe Inc.¥All other brand or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respectivecompanies or organizations.CopyrightThis manual is provided for information purposes only. All information included herein is subject to change without notice. Samsung Electronics is not responsible for any damages, director indirect, arising from or related to use of this manual.© 1999 Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. All rights reserved.
IINoticeFCC Regulations This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digitaldevice, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reason-able protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipmentgenerates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used inaccordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, whichcan be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try tocorrect the interference by one or more of the following measures:¥Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.¥Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.¥Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiv-er is connected.¥Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified inthe manual. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required tostop operation of the equipment. Use of shielded cable is required to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 ofFCC Rules.Canadian Radio Interference Regulations This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions fromdigital apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitledÒDigital ApparatusÓ, ICES-003 of the Industry and Science Canada.Cet appareil numŽrique respecte les limites de bruits radioŽlectriques applicables auxappareils numŽriques de Classe B prescrites dans la norme sur le matŽriel brouilleur:ÒAppareils NumŽriquesÓ, ICES-003 ŽdictŽe par lÕIndustrie et Sciences Canada.
IIIEC Declaration of ConformityWe,SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO.,LTD#259, Gong Dan-Dong, Gumi-City, Kyung Buk, Koreadeclare sole responsibility that the ML-6100, ML-6100N Laser printermeets the intent of Directive 89/336/EEC for Electromagnetic Compatibility and LowVoltage Directive 73/23/EEC.Compliance was demonstrated to the following specifications as listed in the officialjournal of the European Communities:EN 50081-Emissions:EN 55022 Radiated, Class BEN 55022 Conducted, Class BEN 61000-3-2 Power HarmonicsEN 61000-3-3 Voltage Fluctuations and FlickerEN 50082-Immunity:IEC 801-2 Electrostatic DischargeIEC 801-3 RF RadiatedIEC 801-4 Fast Transient/BurstEN 60950-Safety
IVLaser Safety Statement The printer is certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements of DHHS 21 CFR, chapter 1 Subchapter J for Class I(1) laser products, and elsewhere is certified as a Class Ilaser product conforming to the requirements of IEC 825.Class I laser products are not considered to be hazardous. The laser system and printerare designed so there is never any human access to laser radiation above a Class I levelduring normal operation, user maintenance, or prescribed service condition.WARNING Never operate or service the printer with the protective cover removed fromLaser/Scanner assembly. The reflected beam, although invisible, can damageyour eyes.CAUTION -INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN THIS COVER IS OPEN. DONOT OPEN THIS COVERVORSICHT -UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG, WENN ABDECKUNGGEÖFFENT. NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSETZEN.ATTENTION -RAYONNEMENT LASER INVISIBLE EN CAS D’OVERTURE. DANGEREUSE AU FAISCEAU.ATTENZIONE -RADIAZIONE LASER INVISIBILE IN CASO DIAPERTURA.EVITARE L’ESPOSIZIONE AL FASCIO.PRECAUCION -RADIACION LASER IVISIBLE CUANDO SE ABRE. EVITAR EXPONERSE ALRAYO.ADVARSEL -USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING VED ÅBNING NÅR SIKKERHEDSBRYDERE ERUDE AF FUNKTION UNDGÅ UDSAETTELSE FOR STRÅLNING.ADVARSER -USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÅR DEKSEL ÅPNES. STIRR IKKE INN ISTRÅLEN. UNNGÅ EKSPONERING FOR STRÅLEN.VARNING -OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL ÄR ÖPPAND OCH SPÄRREN ÅRURKOPPLAD. BETRAKTA EJ STRÅLEN STRÅLEN AR FARLIG.VARO -AVATTAESSA JA SUOJALUKITUS OHITETTAESSA OLET ALTTIINANÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE LASERSÄTEILYLLE ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN.
VSafety InformationPRODUCT SAFETYUSA & CANADA UL 1950 Third Edition (C-UL LISTING)EEC(Europe) EN 60950 (TÜV GS Certification)CB IEC 60950LASER SAFETYEEC(Europe) EN 60825USA 21 CFR, Chapter 1, Subchapter J (CDRH Certified)Power SaverThis printer contains advanced energy conservation technology that reduces power con-sumption when it is not in active use.When the printer does not receive data for an extended period of time, power consump-tion is automatically lowered. For potentially faster printing of the first page, you may turnthe power save off from the Remote Control Panel setting.The energy star emblem does not represent EPA endorsement of any product or service.
VIContentsIntroduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.1Printer Unpacking and Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.1Printer Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2Inside Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.3Understanding Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4Control Panel Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5Printer Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.6Printer Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.6Caution and Warning Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.7Chapter 1Chapter 1IntroductionInstalling the Toner Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.1Loading Paper into the Cassette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.4Connecting to the Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.7Parallel Interface Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.8USB Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.8Serial Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.9LocalTalk Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.9Network Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.9Attaching the Power Cord and Testing the Printer . . . . . . . . . . 2.10Printer Driver Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.11Windows 95/98/NT 4.0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.11Windows 3.1x . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.11Printer Driver Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.12Software Utilities Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.13Installing the USB Port Driver (Windows 98) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.13Installing the RCP and SM (Windows) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.13Installing Optional Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.14Installing the PostScript PPD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.14Making Installation Diskettes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.17PCL6 Printer Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.17RCP/SM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.17PCL5e Printer Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.18USB Port Driver (Windows 98 only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.18Installing Software from Diskette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.19PCL Printer Drivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.19RCP and SM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20USB Port Driver (Windows 98 only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20Uninstalling the Printer Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.21Chapter 2Chapter 2Printer Setup
VIISelecting Print Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.1Media Sizes and Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.1Basic Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.2How to Adjust Paper Guides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.3Using the MP(Multi-Purpose) Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.5MP Tray Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.5Loading Paper into the MP Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.6Closing the Mp Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.10Using Rear Output Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.11Chapter 3Chapter 3Print Media InformationPrinting in Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.1Configuring the PCL Drivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.2Selecting Your Printer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.2Setting Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.3PCL6 Driver Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.4Manual Duplex Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.5Booklet Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.6PostScript Driver Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.7Using Printer Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.8Remote Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.8Status Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.11Requirements for Printing in Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.12Printing a Document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.12Chapter 4Chapter 4PrintingCleaning the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.1Cleaning the Outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.1Cleaning the Inside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.1Clearing Paper Jams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.2Paper Jam in Output Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.2Paper Jam in Input Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.4Paper Jam Inside Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.5Paper Jam in Option Cassette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.6Tips for Avoiding Paper Jams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.8Solving Printing Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.9Solving Print Quality Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.12Solving PostScript Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.14Obtaining Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.15Chapter 5Chapter 5Troubleshooting
VIIIIntroduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.1Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.1Memory and PostScript SIMMs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.2Serial/LocalTalk Card or Network Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.8Option Cassette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.14Chapter 6Chapter 6Printer OptionsPrinter Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.1Language Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.2Paper Size. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.3Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.4Chapter 7Chapter 7Printer Specifications
Introduction1
1. 1IntroductionIntroductionThank you for purchasing this laser printer.The ML-6100 is a desktop laser printer specially designed for thedemanding small office and home office users. It uses a highly innovativeprinting technology, which provides all the performance and power youneed for your business, small workgroup and personal printing.The ML-6100N comes standard with network card(PortThru).Install the network printer driver(SyncThru) for network printing.Printer Unpacking and Setup1. Remove the printer and all accessories from the packing carton. Save the carton and packing materials in case you need to repack theprinter for service or storage.2. Make sure that your printer came packed with the following items:¥ Toner cartridge¥ Power cord¥ User Guide (this book)¥ Network Printer Card User Guide (ML-6100N only)¥ ML-6100 CD-ROMNote: This CD-ROM contains the software required to operate your printer,along with useful printer utilities. Should your computer not be equippedwith a CD-ROM drive, please refer to ÒMaking Installation DiskettesÓ(page 2.17) for detailed instructions for creating installation diskettes. This printer is equipped with a parallel interface port. You have to purchase a parallel printer cable separately.If any items are missing or damaged, notify your dealer immediately.3. Carefully remove any shipping tapes from the printer.4. Place the printer on a flat, stable surface near your workstation. Leaveat least 6 inches (15 cm) behind and on each side of the printer, and atleast 1 foot (30 cm) in front of the printer, so that you can operate itproperly and allow adequate air circulation.Do not place the printer:¥ In direct sunlight.¥ Near heat sources or air conditioners. Place the printer where thetemperature is stable and set for comfort.¥ In dusty or dirty environments. Dust accumulation may prevent theprinter from functioning properly.¥ Near devices that contain magnets or generate magnetic fields (suchas loudspeakers or base units of cordless telephones).
1. 2IntroductionPrinter ComponentsUse Figures 1.1 through 1.3 to identify the main components of yourprinter.Front ViewInside Front ViewFace down output stackerPaper supportCassette (250 sheet)Option Cassette (250 sheet)Multi-Purpose Tray (MP Tray)Control panelControl board cover(provides access to SIMM slots for adding/removing additional memory)Top coverToner cartridgeTop cover release buttonPaper level indicatorFigure 1.1Figure 1.2
1. 3IntroductionRear ViewCooling ventExhaust fanPower switchPower cord connectorRear cover (with face-up output stacker inside)Printer cable connectorFigure 1.3
1. 4IntroductionUnderstanding Control PanelERRORManualPAPERREADYIndicator LightERROR Error duringprinting or standby.On OffNo active errors.MANUAL Manual ready andwaiting. Manual is inactive.PAPER Out of paper. Printer does notneed paper.READY On-line and ready. Off-line and notready.Control Button OperationReset printer.Control Button FunctionTurn printer off-line (all lights off). Press andhold button for about four seconds until alllights blink briefly, then let go of button.Self test. Turn printer on-line (READY light on). Pressand hold button for about four seconds untilall lights blink briefly, then let go of button.The configuration sheet will print.Release unprinted data. If READY light is blinking slowly and printerdoes not print, press and hold button forabout four seconds.Adjust print quality. Press and hold button for about ten seconds until all lights stay illuminated, thenlet go of button. After cleaning printer, onecleaning sheet will print.Toggle printer on-line/off-line. Briefly press button.Control Button
1. 5IntroductionControl Panel IndicatorsBlinkingOnOffLegendERRORManualPAPERREADYOn line ERRORManualPAPERREADYOut of paperERRORManualPAPERREADYReceiving data (slow blinking) orPrinting (rapid blinking)ERRORManualPAPERREADYPaper jamERRORManualPAPERREADYOff-lineERRORManualPAPERREADYManual feed modeERRORManualPAPERREADYError:• Printer cover openor• Toner cartridge notinstalledERRORManualPAPERREADYPrinting with ManualERRORManualPAPERREADYInsufficient memoryfor the jobERRORManualPAPERREADYSystem errorERRORManualPAPERREADYWaiting for paper to be Manually fed
1. 6IntroductionPrinter FeaturesYour ML-6100 is a compact, easy to use laser printer designed for thesmall office environment. It is designed to provide years of high quality,high performance printing.This manual tells you how to set up, operate and maintain your newprinter, and contains advice on how you can get the best performancefrom it. Please use this manual together with the documentation providedwith your computer hardware and software.The maximum print speed for the ML-6100 is 12 pages per minute. Itoffers true 600 x 600 dpi print resolution and 1200 dpi image quality. Theprinter features one 250 sheet paper tray and a 100 sheet multi-purposetray. The printer understands PCL6 and PCL5e printer languages, andhas an option for PostScript Level 2 Compatible*. Other options include aoption cassette, and a Serial/LocalTalk interface board for AppleMacintosh compatibility.Printer DocumentationYour ML-6100 is packaged with the following documentation and information:¥ This User Guide, which shows you how to set your printer up and running, and provides you with all of the information you will need touse, maintain, upgrade and troubleshoot your printer.¥ The ML-6100 CD-ROM, which contains the following:Ñ Printer DriversÑ Remote Control Panel and Status MonitorÑ USB Port DriverÑ PostScript PPD FilesNote: For the printer drivers contained on the CD-ROM, the majority of documentation is provided via the on-line Help included with the drivers.Features and functionality of the drivers are discussed in Chapter 4:Printing.Since the CD-ROM contains so much information of importance, pleaseensure that you save it and keep it in a safe place.* Contains the PowerPage¨ Level 2J interpreter fromElectronics for Imaging, Inc.
1. 7IntroductionCaution and Warning SymbolsThroughout this User Guide, several symbols are used to emphasize useful, important and critical information. They are as follows:This symbol indicates a caution against performing any action that maydamage your printer or degrade performance.This symbol indicates a warning against performing any action that may lead to physical injury.
Printer Setup2
2. 1Printer SetupInstalling the Toner Cartridge1. Open the printer cover by pressing the cover release button.2. Raise the printer cover.3. Unpack the toner cartridge, and carefully pull the sealing tape completely out of cartridge.
2. 2Printer Setup4. Gently shake the cartridge from side to side 5 or 6 times to distributethe toner evenly inside the cartridge.5. Find the cartridge slots inside the printer, one on each side.6. Grasp the handle and slide the cartridge down between the cartridgeslots, until it drops into place.
2. 3Printer Setup7. Close the printer cover. Make sure that the cover is securely closed.Notes:¥ Do not expose cartridge to direct sunlight or strong room light.¥ To avoid damaging photo-sensitive drum, never open drum shutter.¥ To avoid damaging cartridge, complete cartridge installation as quickly as possible.¥ If toner gets on your clothing, wipe it off with a dry cloth and wash clothing incold water.¥ When printing text at 5% coverage, you can expect a toner cartridge life ofapproximately 6,000 pages.
2. 4Printer SetupLoading Paper into the CassetteYou can load approximately 250 sheets of paper in the paper cassette. Ifyou purchase an option cassette and attach it below the standard papercassette (see ÔOption CassetteÕ on page 6.14), you can also load paper inthe option cassette.The window on the front of the paper cassette shows the amount ofpaper currently left in the cassette. When the cassette becomes empty, thewindow turns into red.To load a stack of paper:1. Remove the paper cassette by pulling it toward you. Paper full Paper empty2. Press the bottom plate until it locks into place.
2. 5Printer Setup3. Fan the paper and load the paper in the cassette with the print sidefacing down. The print side is usually indicated on the paper package.XXXXXXXXXXIf you are using a preprinted stock, such as letterhead, place the printeddesign side face down with the top edge of the page toward the frontof the cassette.4. Make sure that the stack goes under the metal retaining clip andthe plastic tabs on the end guides. Paper overloading may cause paperjams.Make sure that paper isunder this metal clip. AA
5. Make sure that the stack of paper does not exceed the line indicatedby mark on the left inside wall of the cassette.2. 6Printer Setup6. Pinch side guide as shown below to adjust it to proper paper width.The paper cassette is preset to load A4 size paper. If you want to load Letter or legal size paper, adjust the cassette for the paper you want toload. For details on how to adjust the paper cassette, see ÔHow toAdjusting Paper GuidesÕ on page 3.3.7. Insert the cassette back into the printer.
2. 7Printer SetupConnecting to the ComputerYour printer can be connected to a Windows-based PC or to an AppleMacintosh computer.* Windows 98 systems only.† Requires installation of the Serial/LocalTalk or Network interface option card. Refer toÒPrinter OptionsÓ.There are three interfaces for Apple Macintosh computer1. LocalTalk interfaceMininum System requirements for Macintosh¥Mac OS 7.0 or later¥LaserWriter 8¥Macintosh System with LocalTalk portML-6100 Option required¥Postscript Option (Postscript Simm and 8 MB Ram Simm)¥Serial/LocalTalk Option2. USB interfaceMininum System requirements for Macintosh¥Mac OS 8.6 or later¥Macintosh System with USB portML-6100 Option required¥Postscript Option (Postscript Simm and 8 MB Ram Simm)3. Network(Ethertalk) interfaceMininum System requirements for Macintosh¥Mac OS 7.0 or later¥LaserWriter 8¥Macintosh System with Network(Ethertalk) portML-6100 Option required¥Postscript Option (Postscript Simm and 8 MB Ram Simm)¥Network card OptionIf you do not have these option cards, contact your authorized Samsungdealer. For more information about installation instructions, see ÒPrinterOptionsÓ.Once you have installed the required options and connected your printer,you will need to install the PostScript driver. This driver is provided onthe CD-ROM that came with your printer. For more information aboutinstallation, see ÒInstalling the PostScript PPDÓ on the page 2.14.Interface Windows PC MacintoshParallel Yes Not availableUSB Yes* YesSerial†Yes Not availableLocalTalk†Network†Not availableYesYesYes
2. 8Printer SetupParallel Interface1. Make sure that both the printer and computer are turned off.2. Plug the cable into the connector on the back of the printer. Push themetal clips down to fit inside the notches on the cable plug.3. Connect the other end of the cable to the parallel interface port onyour computer. See your computer documentation if you need help.Note: You have to purchase a Centronics parallel interface cable that supportsbi-directional communications (IEEE standard 1284). Ask your dealer forassistance if you need help selecting the right cable.USB Interface1. Make sure that both the printer and computer are turned off.2. Plug the USB interface cable into the connector on the back of theprinter.3. Connect the other end of the cable to the USB port on your computer.See your computer documentation if you need help.Note: To print using USB interface, you must install the USB driver. See page 2.13.
2. 9Printer SetupSerial Interface (Requires option: See page 6.8)1. Make sure that both the printer and computer are turned off.2. Plug the Serial interface cable into the connector on the back of theprinter.LocalTalk Interface (Requires option: See page 6.8)1. Make sure that both the printer and computer are turned off.2. Plug the LocalTalk interface cable into the connector on the back ofthe printer.Network Interface (Requires option: See page 6.8)1. Make sure that both the printer and computer are turned off.2. Plug the Network interface cable into the connector on the back ofthe printer.
2. 10Printer SetupAttaching the Power Cord and Testing thePrinter1. Plug one end of the power cord into the connector on the printer.2. Plug the other end into a properly grounded AC outlet.3. Turn the printer on.4. As the printer powers up, all operator panel lights turn on briefly.When only the READY light is steadily on, press and hold the operatorpanel button until all lights are blinking (approximately four seconds),then release the button. A test page should print out. If this does nothappen, re-check the installation.The test page lists your printer model and default settings along with thedata streams available for your printer model.ERRORMANUALPAPERREADY
2. 11Printer SetupPrinter Driver InstallationUse the following instructions to install the PCL6 and/or PCL5e printerdrivers on a Windows-based PC. The printer driver enables you to control the ML-6100Õs features and capabilities (see the table on the nextpage). Use the driverÕs on-line help for a complete description of its functionality. If necessary, consult your Windows documentation forinstructions on accessing the driver.For other software installation procedures, including printer utilities, seethe section ÒSoftware Utilities InstallationÓ (page 2.13). Before installing the software, verify the following:¥ Your PC has at least 16 MB of RAM installed.¥ There is at least 20 MB of free disk space on your PC.¥ ALL APPLICATIONS ARE CLOSED ON YOUR PC BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLATION. (A system reboot may be required afterthe software is installed.)Windows 95/98/NT 4.01. Insert the ML-6100 CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. If Windowsautomatically runs the CD-ROM, skip to Step 4.2. Select Run from the Start menu.3. Type d:\setup.exe on the command line (where ÒdÓ is your CD-ROMdrive letter), then click OK.4. Select the appropriate language.5. Select Printer Driver and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.For Windows 95/98, please reboot once you have completed installation.Note: The manufacturer recommends the minimal installation of the PCL6 driver, which contains all the features described in the product description.Advanced features include Manual Duplex, Multiple Images,Watermarks, and Booklet Printing.Windows 3.1x1. Turn on the printer, then turn on the computer and start Windows.2. Insert the ML-6100 CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. 3. Open the Program Manager and select Run from the File menu.
2. 12Printer Setup4. Type d:\setup16.exe on the command line (where ÒdÓ is your CD-ROM drive letter), then click OK.5. Select the appropriate language.6. Select Printer Driver and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.Printer Driver Features1 PostScript2 This setting is not available in the Windows NT 4.0 version of the PCL5e driver.3 Select 1, 2, or 4 images per page in Windows 95/98. Select 1, 2, 4, 6, 9, or 16 images per pagein Macintosh. This setting is not available in Windows NT 4.0 of the PostScript driver.4 This setting is not available in Macintosh.SettingNumber of copies Usage/Description PCL6 PCL5e PS1Select 1-99 copies. * * *Page orientation Select Portrait or Landscape. * * *Paper size Select from supported paper sizes (see 7.3) * * *Paper source Select printing from the cassette, MP Tray or option cassette (if installed). ***Graphic quality Select enhancement for graphical and/or text printing. ***Graphic mode Select vector or raster mode. * *2TrueType fonts Select font printing. * *2EconoMode Select draft mode printing capability. *Overlays Include overlays in printed documents. *Manual duplex Print two-sided documents. *Multiple images (N-Up) Select 1-16 images per physical page. *Watermarks Create and use watermarks on documents. *Booklet printing Create booklets from documents. **2*4*3
2. 13Printer SetupSoftware Utilities InstallationInstalling the USB Port Driver (Windows 98)The USB port driver must be installed in order to print to the ML-6100 viaa USB connection. Currently, USB printing is only available throughWindows 98.1. Insert the ML-6100 CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. If Windowsautomatically runs the CD-ROM, skip to Step 3.2. Select Run from the Start menu. Type d:\setup.exe on the commandline (where ÒdÓ is your CD-ROM drive letter), then click OK.3. Select the appropriate language, then select USB Port Driver.Installing the RCP and SM (Windows)The RCP (Remote Control Panel) and the SM (Status Monitor) softwareare Windows-based programs that allow the user to set default printervalues as well as monitor the status of the printer.These two utilities can be used when the printer is connected via the parallel and USB(Windows 98 only) interface.1. Insert the ML-6100 CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. If Windowsautomatically runs the CD-ROM, skip to Step 3.2. For Windows 95/98/NT 4.0:Select Run from the Start menu. Type d:\setup.exe on the commandline (where ÒdÓ is your CD-ROM drive letter), then click OK.For Windows 3.1x:Open the Program Manager and select Run from the File menu.Type d:\setup16.exe on the command line (where ÒdÓ is your CD-ROM drive letter), then click OK.3. Select the appropriate language. 4. For Windows 3.1x, 95 and 98, select RCP and SM. For Windows NT 4.0, select RCP.
2. 14Printer SetupInstalling Optional SoftwareIncluded with your printer is a CD-ROM containing printer drivers forsome of the most popular Windows software applications. To operateyour printer, you must install a printer driver, which translates data fromyour application into data the printer understands. In addition, the CD-ROM shipped with your printer contains thePostScript Printer Description (PPD) files for Windows and Macintosh toallow PostScript printing.Installing the PostScript PPDYour ML-6100 CD-ROM contains PostScript printer description (PPD)files for both Windows 95/98/NT 4.0 and Macintosh.Installing the PostScript printer driver may require the use of the operating system files on the original CD-ROM or diskettes that camewith your system.Using the PostScript printer driver requires installation of the PostScriptoption. Installation instructions for this option are provided in Chapter 6:Printer Options.Windows 95/98 and NT 4.0 Installation1. Insert the ML-6100 CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.2. Select Run from the Start menu.3. Type d:\setup.exe on the command line (where ÒdÓ is your CD-ROMdrive letter), then click OK.4. Select the appropriate language.5. Select PostScript Driver.6. Click on Have Disk, click Browse, then choose:¥ for Windows 95/98, d:\XX\ps\win95_98¥ for Windows NT 4.0, d:\XX\ps\winnt(where ÒdÓ is your CD-ROM drive letter and XX indicates the languagecode*, i.e. EN for English) and click on OK.7. Continue following the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.* Refer to Chapter 7 for language codes.
2. 15Printer SetupMacintosh Installation1. Make sure that the Macintosh and your printer are connected to eachother with the proper cable. Turn on the printer and Macintosh computer.2. Insert the ML-6100 CD-ROM shipped with your printer into your CD-ROM drive.3. Open the CD-ROM icon.4. Open the XX folder (where XX indicates the language code*), thenopen the PS folder, and then the Mac folder.5. Drag and drop the ML-6100.ppd file to the Printer Descriptionsfolder located inside the Extensions folder.6. Open Chooser in the Apple menu.7. Click on LaserWriter8 (provided with your Macintosh). Then thename of your printer appears, ML-6100.8. Click on the ML-6100 printer.9. Click on the Setup button.Note: If there is a Create button, click on it. The installation is completed, andyou do not need to proceed with the following steps.10. Click on the Auto Setup button. Note: The ML-6100.ppd file will be installed automatically. If Auto Setup doesnot complete successfully, click Select PPDand choose ML-6100.ppd. If prompted for CD, click Cancel.11. Make sure the PPD file is installed correctly. Click on the OK button,then close Chooser.* Refer to Chapter 7 for language codes.
2. 16Printer SetupMacintosh Installation (When using USB)1. Make sure that the Macintosh and your printer are connected with theUSB cable. Turn on the printer and Macintosh computer.2. Insert the ML-6100 CD-ROM shipped with your printer into your CD-ROM drive.3. Open the CD-ROM icon.4. Open the XX folder (where XX indicates the language code*), thenopen the PS folder, and then the Mac folder.5. Drag and drop the ML-6100.ppd file to the Printer Descriptionsfolder located inside the Extensions folder.6. Open Desktop Printer Utility. Its location is Macintosh HD ➝AppleExtras ➝Apple LaserWriter Software.7. Click on the Printer(USB) and OK button.8. Click on the Change button of USB Printer Selection section. Then the name of your printer appears, 6100.9. Click on the 6100 printer and OK button.10. Click on the Auto Setup button of PostScript PrinterDescription(PPD) file section. The ML-6100.ppd file will be installedautomatically. If AUTO Setup does not complete successfully, clickSelect PPD and choose ML-6100.ppd. If prompted for CD, click Cancel.11. Make sure the PPD file is installed correctly. Click on the Createbutton, then close Desktop Printer Utility.* Refer to Chapter 7 for language codes.
2. 17Printer SetupMaking Installation DiskettesUse the following procedures to copy software installation files from theML-6100 CD-ROM onto floppy diskettes for installation onto computersthat do not have a CD-ROM drive. To install the software, see ÒInstallingSoftware from DisketteÓ (page 2.19).PCL6 Printer Driver1. Label a new or freshly formatted diskette ÒML-6100 PCL6 DriverÓ andinsert it into the floppy drive.2. Windows 95/98 and 3.1x: Copy d:\XX\pcldrv\pcl6\win9x3x\*.* a:\(where ÒdÓ is the CD-ROM drive letter, XX is the language code1, i.e.EN for English, and ÒaÓ is the floppy drive letter).Windows NT 4.0: Copy d:\XX\pcldrv\pcl6\winNT\*.* a:\ (where ÒdÓ is the CD-ROM drive letter, XX is the language code1, i.e.EN for English, and ÒaÓ is the floppy drive letter).RCP/SM1. Windows 95/98 and 3.1x: Label a new or freshly formatted diskette ÒML-6100 RCP/SMÓ andinsert it into the floppy drive.Windows NT 4.0:Label a new or freshly formatted diskette ÒML-6100 RCPÓ and insert itinto the floppy drive.2. Copy d:\XX\rcp_sm\*.* a:\(where ÒdÓ is the CD-ROM drive letter, XX is the language code1, i.e.EN for English, and ÒaÓ is the floppy drive letter).1 Refer to the table on the last page for language codes.
2. 18Printer SetupPCL5e Printer Driver1. Label a new or freshly formatted diskette ÒML-6100 PCL5e DriverÓand insert it into the floppy drive.2. Windows 95/98 and 3.1x: Copy d:\XX\pcldrv\pcl5e\win9x3x\*.* a:\ (where ÒdÓ is the CD-ROM drive letter, XX is the language code1, i.e.EN for English, and ÒaÓ is the floppy drive letter).Windows NT 4.0:Copy d:\XX\pcldrv\pcl5e\winNT\*.* a:\ (where ÒdÓ is the CD-ROM drive letter, XX is the language code1, i.e.EN for English, and ÒaÓ is the floppy drive letter).USB Port Driver (Windows 98 only)1. Label a new or freshly formatted diskette ÒML-6100 USB Port DriverÓand insert it into the drive.2. Copy d:\XX\usb\*.* a:\ (where ÒdÓ is the CD-ROM drive letter, XX is the language code1, i.e.EN for English, and ÒaÓ is the floppy drive letter).1 Refer to the table on the last page for language codes.
2. 19Printer SetupInstalling Software from DiskettePCL Printer DriversThe following instructions specify the PCL6 driver. To install the PCL5edriver, substitute PCL5e for PCL6 in the instructions.Windows 95/981. Insert the diskette ÒML-6100 PCL6 Driver.Ó2. From the Start menu, select Settings ➝Printers.3. Double-click Add Printer. Click Next.4. Select Local Printer. Click Next.5. Click Have Disk.6. In the field Copy manufacturer’s files from:, type A:\ then click OK.7. Select Samsung 6100 Series PCL6. Click Next.8. Select the port (by default LPT1:). Click Next.9. We recommend that the PCL6 driver be the default driver. Click Next.10. Click Finish.Windows NT 4.01. Insert the diskette ÒML-6100 PCL6 Driver.Ó2. From the Start menu, select Settings ➝Printers.3. Double-click Add Printer. 4. Select My Computer. Click Next.5. Select the port (by default LPT1:). Click Next.6. Click Have Disk.7. In the field Copy manufacturer’s files from:, type A:\ then click OK.8. Select Samsung 6100 Series PCL6. Click Next.9. We recommend that the PCL6 driver be the default driver. Click Next.10. Decide whether you want to share this printer or not. Then click Next.11. Click Finish.
2. 20Printer SetupWindows 3.1x1. Insert the diskette ÒML-6100 PCL6 Driver.Ó2. Open Main ➝Control ➝Printers.3. Click Add. 4. In List of Printers: highlight Install Unlisted or Updated Printer andclick Install.5. In the field Insert unlisted, updated, or vendor-provided printer driver disk in:, type A:\ then click OK.6. Select Samsung 6100 Series PCL6. Click OK.7. We recommend that the PCL6 driver be the default driver. Highlightthe driver and click Set as Default Printer.8. Click Close.RCP and SMWindows 95/98 and NT 4.01. Insert the diskette ÒML-6100 RCP/SM.Ó Note: RCP only for Windows NT 4.0.2. From the Start menu, select Run.3. Type a:\setup.exe. Click OK.4. Follow on-screen instructions.Windows 3.1x1. Insert the diskette ÒML-6100 RCP/SM.Ó2. Open the Program Manager and select Run from the File menu.3. Type a:\setup.exe. Press Enter.USB Port Driver (Windows 98 only)1. Insert the diskette ÒML-6100 USB Port Driver.Ó2. From the Start menu, select Run.3. Type a:\setup.exe. Click OK.4. Follow on-screen instructions.
2. 21Printer SetupUninstalling the Printer DriverAn uninstall utility is supplied with the printer driver to enable you toremove the driver and all associated files from your hard disk, if sorequired.To uninstall the driver, proceed as follows1. Select Start ➝Programs ➝Samsung 6100 Series ➝Uninstall 6100 Series Driver from the windows task bar.2. PLC6 and PCL5e drivers are removed from your hard disk.
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3. 1Print Media InformationSelecting Print MediaOne of the most important things you can do to assure the best possibleprint quality from your printer is to select the correct paper. Your printerproduces A4 quality output on most plain bond papers, including cotton bond and photocopying papers; it does not require special papers.However, the print quality varies with different paper types. Be sure totest a small quantity of paper before you purchase a large quantity.Media Sizes and CapacitiesTable 3.1 shows the ML-6100 supported media sizes and input capacities.* Depending on paper thickness, maximum capacity may be reduced. If you are experiencing excessive jamming, feed one sheet at a time.SizePaperLetter (8.5 x 11 in.)Legal (8.5 x 14 in.)Executive (7.25 x 10.5 in.)Folio (8.5 x 13 in.)A4 (210 x 297 mm)ISO-B5 (176 x 250 mm)A5 (148 x 210 mm)EnvelopesCom-10 (4.125 x 9.5 in.)Monarch (3.875 x 7.5 in.)C5 (162 x 229 mm)DL (110 x 220 mm)B5 (176 x 250 mm)Card stock†Transparency film†Labels†Input Source/Capacity*Cassette or Option cassette MP Tray250250250250250250-100100100100100100100-----1010101010-103025Table 3.1
3. 2Print Media InformationBasic Guidelines When selecting or loading paper, envelopes, or other special media, keepthese guidelines in mind:¥ Attempting to print on damp, curled, wrinkled, or torn paper can causepaper jams and poor print quality.¥ Use cut-sheet paper only. You cannot use multipart paper.¥ Use only high quality, copier grade paper. Avoid paper with embossedlettering, perforations, or texture that is too smooth or too rough.¥ Colored paper should be of the same high quality as white photocopypaper. The pigments must withstand the printerÕs fusing temperatureof 400oF (205oC) for 0.1 second without deterioration. Do not use paperwith a colored coating that was added after the paper was produced.¥ Preprinted forms must be printed with nonflammable, heat-resistantinks that do not melt, vaporize, or release hazardous emissions whensubject to the printerÕs approximately 400oF (205oC) fusing temperaturefor 0.1 second.¥ Store paper in its ream wrapper until ready to use. Place cartons on pallets or shelves, not on the floor. Do not place heavy objects on top ofthe paper, whether it is packaged or unpackaged. Keep it away frommoisture, or other conditions that can cause it to wrinkle or curl.
3. 3Print Media InformationHow To Adjust Paper GuidesLENGTH GUIDESThere are two main guides and one auxiliary guide for adjusting paperlength. Please refer to the diagram below. One of main guides is for legal,A4, or folio size. The other is for letter (LTR), executive (EXEC), or B5 sizepaper. It is recommended that you use the auxiliary guide on the upperright corner of the cassette, in conjunction with the appropriate main guide,when loading letter size paper.To adjust for legal, or folio size paper, squeeze the right guide, then slidethe guide until it lightly rests against the edge of the paper stack.Use for letter, executive, B5 size paperUse for A4, legal, Folio size paperAuxiliary guide for lettersize paperTo adjust for letter (LTR), executive (EXEC), JIS B5, or ISO B5 size paper,squeeze the left guide and slide it until it lightly rests against the paperstack.
3. 4Print Media InformationWhen you load letter, executive, or B5 size paper, it is recommended thatyou use the auxiliary guide with the main guide before loading paper. Toadjust the auxiliary guide, remove the guide , then insert it to theappropriate position .12WIDTH GUIDESqueeze the guide as shown and slide the guide to the left until it lightlyrests against the edge of the paper stack.Note: Do not push the width guide far enough to cause the paper to move up. Ifyou do not adjust the width guide, it may cause paper jams.LTREXEOJIS B5ISO B5LTREXEOJIS B5ISO B512Width guidePaper
3. 5Print Media InformationUsing the MP(Multi-Purpose) TrayThe MP tray is located in the front of your printer. It can be closed whenyou are not using it, making the printer more compact.The MP tray can hold several sizes and types of paper, such as transparencies, post cards, note cards, and envelopes. You may also wantto use the MP tray for single page print jobs on letterhead, colored paperfor use as separator sheets, or other special paper you do not keep in apaper cassette.You can load approximately 100 sheets of paper, 10 envelopes, 30 transparencies, or 25 paper labels at a time. Print material is loadedface up in the MP tray.When you print from the MP tray, you must select the paper source fromyour software application, and then select the paper size and type fromthe software application for the print material you have loaded.MP Tray Guidelines¥ Load only one size of paper or envelopes at a time in the MP tray.¥ To achieve the best possible print quality, use only high-quality printmedia that is designed for use in laser printers. ¥ To prevent paper jams, do not add paper when there is still paper in theMP tray. This applies to other types of print materials, too.¥ Print material should be loaded face up with the top of the print material going into the MP tray first.¥ Do not place objects on the MP tray. Also avoid pressing down orapplying excessive force on it.
3. 6Print Media InformationLoading Paper into the MP Tray1. To open the MP tray, hold both sides of the tray and pull it outtoward you.2. Pull the extender to extend the tray to its full-length position to holdlonger paper.3. Prepare the print material for loading.¥ For paper and envelopes:Flex paper or fan envelopes back and forth. Do not fold or crease thepaper. Straighten the edges on a level surface.Note: If envelopes jam while printing, try reducing the number of envelopes inthe MP tray.
3. 7Print Media Information¥ For transparencies:Hold the transparencies by the edges and avoid touching the printside.Fan the stack of transparencies to prevent feeding failures. Be carefulnot to scratch or leave fingerprints on the print side.4. Notice the print materials stack height limit mark on the innerside of the paper guide. Use it as a guide for stack height when loading print materials.
3. 8Print Media Information5. Load one type of print material in the MP tray. Do not mix types. See the following directions to load each type of print material.¥ Load paper with the left edge of the stack against the left edge of thetray with the print side face up.¥ Load envelopes with the flap side down. The stamp area is on the leftside. The end of the envelope with the stamp area enters the MP trayfirst.Note:¥ Do not feed stamped envelopes. The stamp is shown for placement only.¥ Never use envelopes with clasps, snaps, windows, coated lining, or self-stickadhesives. These envelopes may severely damage the printer.¥ Load transparencies or label sheet with a paper backing, load with thepaper side down.
3. 9Print Media Information¥ Load letterhead paper with the design face up. The top edge of thesheet with the logo should enter the printer first.XXXXXXXXXX6. Slide the print material into the MP tray as far as it will go. Do notforce it. Forcing causes buckling of the print material.7. Make sure you have not loaded too much print material. The stackshould be under the stack height limit mark. The print material bucklesif you load a stack that is too deep or push the stack in too far.8. Slide the paper width guide to the left until it lightly touches thestack of print material. Do not bend the print material.
3. 10Print Media InformationClosing the MP TrayIf you want to close the MP tray, push the extender straight back to collapse the MP tray to its short-length position.Then close the MP tray door.
3. 11Print Media InformationUsing Rear Output TrayIf you open the rear output tray, the printed paper is placed on the traywith the printed side facing up. If you experience paper jams, especiallywhen you load paper, envelopes, or other special media into the MP tray,use the rear output tray.1. To use the rear output tray, open the rear cover. The cover functions asan output tray.2. Pull the extender to extend the output tray to its full-length positionto hold longer paper.
3. 12Print Media Information3. Printed pages are stacked with print side facing up.SamsungPrinterNote: The printed pages do not stack on the standard output bin located on topof the printer unless you close the rear output tray. If you want to stackthe printed pages on the standard output bin, close the rear output tray.
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4. 1PrintingPrinting in WindowsThe following procedure describes the general steps required for printingfrom various Windows applications. The exact steps for printing a document may vary depending on the application program you areusing. Refer to your software applicationÕs documentation for the exactprinting procedure.Notes:¥ To use your ML-6100, you must install a printer driver. The way you accessthe driver varies depending on the software programs you use. ¥ To use the PostScript driver, you must install the PostScript option, describedin Chapter 6: Printer Options.1. Start the program you are using to create the document, and open thedocument you want to print.2. Select Print from the File menu. The Print dialog box appears.Note: Most Windows applications allow you to make changes to the print settings, such as number of copies, sequence of the pages, paper orientation, and margins.If you go to the File➝Print ➝Properties dialog box (In Windows 3.1x, the equivalent command is File ➝Print➝Setup➝Options), youÕll access the printer driverÕs Print Setup dialogbox, in which you can set other printer properties such as ManualDuplex, Images per Sheet, Booklet Printing, Watermarks or Overlays,available in the PCL6 driver. See the section ÒSetting PropertiesÓ (page 4.3). When done, click OK to close the Print Setup dialog box.3. After making any necessary changes to the print settings, click OK tostart the print job.
4. 2PrintingConfiguring the PCL DriversSelecting Your PrinterTo use all of the features of your ML-6100, make sure the PCL6 driver isselected as the default printer. When you install the printer driver, ML-6100 is automatically set as the default printer. If you use more thanone printer, you can select the ML-6100 as the default printer as follows:Windows 95/98/NT 4.01. Select Start ➝Settings ➝Printers.2. Double-click Samsung 6100 Series PCL6.3. Select Set As Default from the Printer menu.4. To set the printerÕs properties, select Properties from the Printermenu and change the settings as described in the section ÒSettingPropertiesÓ (page 4.3).Windows 3.1x1. Double-click Main from the Program Manager. Then double-clickControl Panel, then Printers.2. Select Samsung 6100 Series PCL6.3. Click Set As Default Printer.4. To set the printerÕs properties, click Setup and change the settings asdescribed in the section ÒSetting PropertiesÓ (page 4.3).
4. 3PrintingSetting Properties The ML-6100 printer driverÕs Print Setup dialog box allows you to setvarious printer properties.Note: Most Windows applications will override settings you specify in the printer driver. Change all print settings available in the software application first, and any remaining settings with the printer driver.The Samsung 6100 Series PCL6 Print Setup dialog box includes five tabs:¥ Paper/Output¥ Image Quality¥ Overlays¥ Watermarks¥ AboutNote: To use the PCL5e driver, follow the same instructions.Overlays and Watermarks are not available in the PCL5e driver forWindows 3.1x/95/98 and NT 4.0.The basic capabilities of the printer driver are described here. For detailedexplanations and assistance with specific settings, use the driverÕs Helpfunctionality, accessed by clicking the Help button in the dialog box.
4. 4PrintingPCL6 Driver FeaturesPaper/OutputUse this tab to change the number of copies, page orientation, paper size,paper source and output format.Source setting identifies the default paper source. Option cassette sourceis available if the option cassette is installed.Manual Feed source is used when printing on special media. The defaultAuto Continue value of the printer is 15 seconds, meaning that the printer will wait up to 15 seconds for you to press the control panelbutton before printing. Afterwards the printer will attempt to print fromwhatever paper source is available. If the paper source is set to Auto Select, the printer automatically selects the print material accordingto the following priority: MP Tray, Cassette, Option cassette.If Reverse Print Order is selected, the job will be printed in reverse order,i.e. the last page printed is the first page of the document.The Images per Sheet feature will print multiple pages of an electronicdocument onto one physical sheet. The driver has the following selectionsfor this feature:1-Up, 2-Up, 4-Up, 6-Up, 9-Up, 16-UpFor example, if you have a four-page electronic document and you selectImages per Sheet to be 2-Up , each physical sheet printed will contain 2 electronic pages per sheet.For more information on Manual Duplex Printing, see page 4.5. Formore information on Booklet Printing, see page 4.6.Image QualityUse this tab to change resolution and enhancement, graphic settings,graphic mode, grayscale, and graphic quality. It also includes settings thatdetermine how the printer handles TrueType fonts.OverlaysUse this tab to create and use overlays. Please see the on-line help in thePCL6 driver to obtain more detailed help.WatermarksUse this tab to create, modify and delete watermarks. You can control thefont size, font type and placement of watermarks. Please refer to the on-line help in the PCL6 driver.AboutThis tab shows the software version and copyright information.
4. 5PrintingManual Duplex PrintingYour ML-6100 will print duplex (two-sided) pages by specifying duplexprinting from the PCL6 driver when you print from your applications.This feature will also print an instruction sheet to assist you. To select thisoption, check Instruction Page. For more detailed information, refer tothe on-line help.You can print the first side on paper loaded in either cassette or optioncassette, or the MP Tray (stacked or manual feed), but the reverse sidemust be fed from the MP Tray.Figure 4.1 shows proper paper orientation and binding direction for duplex print jobs.Orientation: PortraitBinding: Long EdgeOrientation: LandscapeBinding: Short EdgeOrientation: PortraitBinding: Short EdgeOrientation: LandscapeBinding: Long EdgeFigure 4.1
4. 6PrintingBooklet PrintingYour Samsung 6100 Series PCL6 driver gives you the capability to printyour document in a booklet format. To perform booklet printing, followthese steps:1. Ensure the Samsung 6100 Series PCL6 driver is the default printer.2. In the Windows application (for example, MS Word), in File ➝Page Setup, select one of the valid booklet formats available.3. Create your document using this page setup.4. Print the document to the ML-6100 using the PCL6 driver.5. In the driver properties, select:¥ Paper size to correspond to what was selected in Step 2.¥ Output format to Booklet Printing.¥ For more assistance, check Instruction Page under Manual 2 SidedPrinting. This will generate an instruction page to aid in printing thesecond side. For more detailed information, refer to the on-line help.Note: Booklet Printing is a specialized form of duplex printing. Once the firstside (side one) is completed, a dialog box will appear indicating to you toreinsert the sheets into the MP Tray. Once sheets have been reinserted inthe MP Tray, click OK to complete printing.
4. 7PrintingPostScript Driver FeaturesTable 4.1 lists the features that can be set in the PostScript driver under each supported operating system.FeaturePaper SelectionMacintoshAutoMPCassetteOption cassetteManualWin 95/98 Win NT 4.0AutoMPCassetteOption cassetteManualAutoMPCassetteOption cassetteManualN-up Yes: 1, 2, 4, 6,9, 16 Yes: 1, 2, 4 NoResolution 300, 600 300, 600 300, 600Image Enhancement Yes Yes YesToner SaverMiscellaneous Graphics Options No Yes YesPrint As Negative Image Yes Yes YesPrint as Mirror Image No Yes YesNo Yes YesScaling Yes Yes YesTable 4.1
4. 8PrintingUsing Printer UtilitiesYour ML-6100 CD contains the following utilities, which can be installedwhen you install the printer drivers:¥ Remote Control Panel¥ Status MonitorNote: Remote Control Panel and Status Monitor can be used when the printer isconnected via the parallel and USB(Windows 98 only) interface. To access any of these programs, from Windows 95/98 or NT 4.0: SelectStart ➝Programs ➝Samsung 6100 Series Utility.Remote Control PanelThe Remote Control Panel (RCP) is a program that allows you to setprinter-specific settings in the printer. It also allows you to properly setup your printer to work with DOS applications which run inside theWindows MS-DOS Command Prompt window.Note: After you change RCP settings, you must send it to the printer by pressing the Send button.The screen includes the following tabs.PRINTINGUse this tab to control the following printer features:¥ Paper Size sets the paper size.¥ Paper Source sets the default paper source.¥ Copies sets the number of copies printed for each page.¥ Quality sets the printer resolution to either 300 or 600 dpi. The higherthe setting, the sharper the clarity of printed characters and graphics.¥ Orientation determines how the output is printed on the page.¥ Top Margin sets the top margin of the print material.¥ Left Margin sets the left margin of the print material.¥ Auto CR sets how the printer performs a carriage return.
4. 9PrintingCONFIGUse this tab to control the following printer features:¥ Power Save determines the length of time the printer waits after a jobis printed before it goes to a reduced power state. If the printer is usedfrequently, select OFF which keeps the printer ready to print with theminimum warm-up time. This uses more electricity to keep the printerwarm and ready to print.¥ Econo Mode determines the toner quantity the printer should usewhen printing. If set to ON, the printer conserves toner when printing.The default value is OFF, which provides 100% usage.¥ Auto Continue determines what action the printer should take when amanual feed print job is sent to the printer and there is no paper in theMP Tray. If set to ON, the printer will pick up the paper from cassetteafter fifteen seconds. Otherwise, the printer will wait for you to loadpaper in the MP Tray.¥ Jam Recovery determines what action the printer should take when apaper jam occurs. When set to OFF, the printer does not reprint a pagethat has jammed. When set to ON, the printer keeps the image in memory for a printed page until the printer signals that the page hassuccessfully printed. The printer reprints all jammed pages.¥ Altitude helps the printer optimize its output depending on the airpressure of the region. If you are close to sea level, it should be set toÒLow.Ó If at a high elevation (1,500 m / 5,000 ft or higher), set it toÒHigh.ÓJOBUse this tab to control the following printer features:¥ Timeout determines the amount of time (in seconds) the printer willwait before printing the last page of a print job that does not end with acommand to print the page or a formfeed character. Valid range is 0to300 seconds.¥ Paper Type provides the printer with information about the type ofpaper to be used for a print job. If you use paper with a weight of morethan 42 lb. (90 g/m2), or an envelope, set this to Thick and use the MPTrayÕs manual feed slot. Otherwise use the Normal setting.¥ Toner Density determines the overall density of the printed image.Valid selections are Light, Medium and Dark.¥ Image Quality mode makes the printer optimize the print quality to1200 dpi image quality.
4. 10PrintingINTERFACEUse this tab to control the following printer features (when using the serial port only):¥ Baud rate (bps) sets the rate at which data is being sent to or from thecomputer.¥ Robust XON sets XON/XOFF pacing (if the handshaking protocol usesXON/XOFF pacing). When set to ON, the printer sends a continuousstream of XONs to the host computer to indicate that the serial port isready to receive more data. An XON is sent every second as long as nodata is received across the serial port in the last second, the last XON isaccepted by the host computer, and the printer is ready to receive datafrom the serial port.TESTUse this tab to control the following printer features:¥ Configuration Page prints the configuration sheet. A list of the userdefault settings, the installed options, and the amount of printer memory available prints.¥ Demonstration Page prints the demonstration page. It shows theprinter features and specifications.PCL5eThese settings are used by DOS applications. Be aware that Windowsapplications will override these settings.¥ Typeface allows you to select the desired typeface. This setting isignored when the software application specifies a font.¥ Symbol Set determines the symbol set. A symbol set is a set of alphabetic and numeric characters, punctuation, and special symbolsused when printing with a selected font.¥ Pitch sets the font pitch (only if you have selected a scalable mono-spaced font). Pitch refers to the number of fixed-space characters in ahorizontal inch of type.¥ Lines Per Page sets the number of lines that print on each page. Thesetting can range from 5 to 128 lines per page.¥ Point Size sets the font point size (only if you have selected a scalabletypographic font). Point size refers to the height of the characters in thefont. One point equals approximately 1/72 of an inch. You can selectpoint sizes from 1 to 1008 in increments of 0.25 points.¥ Courier determines the courier font type: Regular or Dark.¥ Font List prints the font list showing all the fonts available for PCLemulation.
4. 11PrintingPS IIThis will allow printing of the PostScript font list (only available whenthe PostScript option is installed).¥ Font List prints the font list showing all the fonts available forPostScript.ABOUTThis tab shows the software version and copyright information. Status MonitorStatus Monitor is a program that runs in the background and automatically displays a message on your computer screen whenever theprinter status changes. This utility is available only in Windows 95/98and 3.1x.
4. 12PrintingRequirements for Printing in MacintoshThere are three interfaces for Macintosh1. LocalTalk interfaceMininum System requirements for Macintosh¥Mac OS 7.0 or later¥LaserWriter 8¥Macintosh System with LocalTalk portML-6100 Option required¥Postscript Option (Postscript Simm and 8 MB Ram Simm)¥Serial/LocalTalk Option2. USB interfaceMininum System requirements for Macintosh¥Mac OS 8.6 or later¥Macintosh System with USB portML-6100 Option required¥Postscript Option (Postscript Simm and 8 MB Ram Simm)3. Network(Ethertalk) interfaceMininum System requirements for Macintosh¥Mac OS 7.0 or later¥LaserWriter 8¥Macintosh System with Network(Ethertalk) portML-6100 Option required¥Postscript Option (Postscript Simm and 8 MB Ram Simm)¥Network card OptionPrinting a DocumentThe following procedure describes general steps required for printingfrom various Macintosh applications. The exact steps for printing a document may vary depending on the application program you areusing. Refer to your software applicationÕs documentation for the exactprinting procedure.1. Start the program you are using to create the document and open thedocument you want to print.2. Select Print from the File menu.3. Ensure that the ML-6100 is the selected printer.4. After making any necessary changes to the print settings, click Print tostart the print job.
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5. 1TroubleshootingCleaning the PrinterThis section contains some general guidelines for keeping your ML-6100clean.Do not use ammonia-based sprays or volatile solvents such as thinner toclean the printer, as these can damage the printer surface.Keep the front cover closed when cleaning the outside of the printer.Always unplug the power cord before cleaning the inside of the printer.Cleaning the Outside Wipe the outside surfaces of the printer with a soft, clean, lint-free cloth.You can dampen the cloth slightly with water, but be careful not to letany water drip onto the printer or inside it.Cleaning the Inside When paper jams occur, unfused toner on the paper can fall off the paper and build up inside the printer.1. Unplug the power cord.2. Remove the toner cartridge.3. Use a soft cloth to wipe away any dust and spilled toner from the cartridge.Note: You can dampen the cloth slightly with water, but be careful not to let anywater drip onto the printer or inside it.4. Reinsert the toner cartridge.Another method of cleaning is to use the built-in cleaning cycle.1. Hold down the printerÕs control button for approximately 10 secondsuntil all lights remain steadily lit.2. Release the control button.The ML-6100 will produce a cleaning sheet.
5. 2TroubleshootingClearing Paper JamsBy carefully selecting paper types and loading them properly, you shouldbe able to avoid most paper jams. If paper jams occur, an error messageappears on the Status Monitor which pops up automatically each timeyou use the printer. The PAPER and the ERROR indicator light both comeon steadily on the operator panel. Follow the steps below to clear jam. Toavoid tearing paper, pull the jammed paper out gently and slowly.Paper Jam in Output Area1. If the paper jams as it exits to the output bin and a long portion ofthe paper is visible, pull the paper straight out.If there is resistance when you pull the paper, and it does not moveimmediately when you pull, stop pulling. Continue with the next step.2. Locate the rear cover and pull it toward you.
5. 3Troubleshooting3. Loosen the paper if it is caught in the feed rollers. Then pull thepaper gently out.4. Close the rear cover.5. To resume printing, open the printer cover, then close the cover back.
5. 4TroubleshootingPaper Jam in Input Area1. Pull the paper cassette half way out of the printer.2. If you see the jammed paper, pull the paper back out of the printertoward you .3. Slide the cassette back into the printer.Note: If a short piece is visible and you cannot grasp it, or if you do not see thepaper, the jam has occurred inside the printer. See the following page.4. After clearing the jam, if the printer does not resume printing, openthe printer cover, then close it again.
5. 5TroubleshootingPaper Jam Inside Printer1. Open the printer cover by pressing the cover release button, and raisethe cover.2. Remove the toner cartridge.3. Gently pull the paper toward you.4. Check that there is no other paper in the printer.5. Reinstall the toner cartridge, then close the printer cover.
5. 6TroubleshootingPaper Jam in Option Cassette1. Pull the upper paper cassette half way out of the printer.2. If you see the paper jammed, pull the paper out.3. Slide the upper cassette back into the printer.Note: If a short piece is visible and you cannot grasp it, or if you do not see thepaper, the jam has occurred inside the option cassette. See the following page.
5. 7Troubleshooting4. Pull the lower paper cassette out of the printer.5. If you see the jammed paper, pull the paper out.6. Slide the cassettes back into the printer.7. After clearing the jam, if the printer does not resume printing, openthe printer cover, then close it again.
5. 8TroubleshootingTips for Avoiding Paper JamsBy carefully selecting print materials and loading them properly, youshould be able to avoid most paper jams. If jams do occur, follow thesteps outlined in ÒClearing Paper JamsÓ starting on page 5.2. If jamsoccur frequently, make sure you are following these tips to avoid jams.¥ Follow the procedures in ÒLoading Paper into the CassetteÓ on page 2.4to load paper properly. Make sure the adjustable guides are positionedcorrectly.¥ Do not overload the paper cassette. Make sure the paper is under thepaper capacity mark on the inside of the paper cassette.¥ Do not remove paper cassette while print jobs are in process.¥ Flex, fan, and straighten the paper before loading it.¥ Do not load stacks of labels or transparencies in the cassette. Labels ortransparencies must be fed using the MP tray.¥ Do not load wrinkled, creased, damp, or highly curled paper.¥ Do not mix paper types in one cassette.¥ Use only recommended print materials. See ÔPrinter SpecificationsÕ onpage 7.1.¥ Make sure the recommended print side is face down when loading thecassette.¥ Keep print materials stored in an acceptable environment.
5. 9TroubleshootingSolving Printing ProblemsIf you have any problems with the operation of your ML-6100, refer toTable 5.1 for suggested remedies.ProblemThe printer doesnot print.Paper is not fedinto the printer.Possible Cause RemedyYour printer is not selected as thedefault printer. Select Samsung 6100 Series PCL6,Samsung 6100 Series PCL5e, orSamsung 6100 Series PS a yourdefault printer. See the section“Selecting Your Printer” (page 4.2).The top cover may be open. Make sure that all covers are closedsecurely.The printer cable is not connectedproperly. Check all connections.The toner cartridge is not installedproperly. Remove and reinsert the toner cartridge.The printer may be configured incorrectly. Check the application to make surethat all print settings are correct.Paper has not been loaded correctly. Remove the paper tray and reloadthe paper correctly.The printer ejectsblank pages . The toner cartridge is out of toner. Replace the toner cartridge. There is too much paper in the papertray. Remove some of the paper from thetray.The printer driver may be incorrectlyinstalled. Uninstall the printer driver, then reinstall the printer driver. Try printinga configuration sheet.A paper jam has occurred. Clear the paper jam.The printer cable is defective. Swap the cable with one known towork. If printing is now possible,replace the bad cable.The port setting is incorrect. Check the Window printer setting tomake sure that the print job is beingsent to the correct port (for example,LPT1).Table 5.1
5. 10TroubleshootingProblemHalf of the page isblank.Possible Cause RemedyThe page layout is too complex. Simplify the page layout and removeany unnecessary graphics from thedocument, if possible. Install more memory. See “Memoryand PostScript SIMMs” (page 6.2).The printer printsthe wrong data, orit prints incorrectcharacters.The printer cable is not connectedproperly. Check the connection.The wrong printer driver is selected. Select the correct printer driver.There may be a problem with theprinter driver software. Exit Windows and reboot the computer. Turn the printer off andthen back on again.The printer cable specifications maybe incorrect. Parallel connection: Replace with anIEEE-1284 rated cable. Serial connection: Replace with standard 9-pin direct connection, oneto one cable.USB connection: Replace with acompliant cable rated USBSpecification Revision 1.0.The printer cable specifications maybe incorrect. Parallel connection: Replace with anIEEE-1284 rated cable. Serial connection: Replace with standard 9-pin direct connection, oneto one cable.USB connection: Replace with acompliant cable rated USBSpecification Revision 1.0.The page orientation setting may beincorrect. Change the page orientation in yourapplication program.The paper size and the softwarepaper size settings do not match. Make sure the paper size in the software settings matches the paperin the tray.
5. 11TroubleshootingProblemThe paper keeps jamming.Possible Cause RemedyThere is too much paper in the papertray. Remove excess paper from thepaper tray. If printing special media,use the MP Tray for printing.Printing is tooslow.If using Windows 3.1x, Print Managermay be disabled. From the Control Panel Printersmenu, check the Use Print Managerbox.If using Windows 3.1x, theBackground Printing item in theOptions menu of Print Manager maybe set incorrectly. Select Background Printing fromthe Options menu in the PrintManager.If using Windows 95/98 or NT 4.0,the spooling setting may be set incorrectly. The computer may have insufficientrandom-access memory (RAM). From the Start menu, selectSettings and Printers. Click theSamsung 6100 Series PCL6 iconwith the right mouse button, selectProperties, click the Details tab, andthen click the Spool Settings button.Select the desired spool setting fromthe available choices.Install more random-access memory(RAM) in your computer. See“Memory and PostScript SIMMs”(page 6.2).An incorrect type of paper is beingused. Use only paper that meets the specifications required by the printer.An incorrect output method is beingused. Items such as thick paper should notbe printed using the standard facedown stacker. Use the face-up outputstacker instead.
5. 12TroubleshootingSolving Print Quality ProblemsIf you have any problems with the printed output of your ML-6100, referto Table 5.2 for suggested remedies.Note: The causes listed in Table 5.2 are probable causes only, and may not represent all of the possible cases which may occur under actual operatingconditions. If you experience a problem which does not seem to fall underany of the cases listed in this table, or if you are concerned about any otheraspect of printer operation, contact the your nearest Samsung dealer.ProblemIrregular fadedpatches of print.Possible Cause RemedyThere is a paper quality problem. Use only paper that meets the specifications required by the printer.Black staining. There is a paper quality problem. Use only paper that meets printerspecifications. See the section“Selecting Print Media” (page 3.1).Character voids. The paper may be too dry. Try printing with a different batch ofpaper.A toner cartridge from another printerhas been installed. Always use the same toner cartridgewith the same printer. Using a cartridge that has already been usedin another printer may not give satisfactory results.The printer requires a print qualityadjustment. Press and hold the control panel button for ten seconds until all lightsremain steadily lit, then let go of thebutton. The printer will perform theprint quality adjustment. After cleaning, one cleaning sheet prints.Toner may be unevenly distributed. Remove the toner cartridge andshake it gently to evenly distributethe toner. Then replace the cartridgeback into the printer.Table 5.2
5. 13TroubleshootingProblemBackground scatter.Possible Cause RemedyThe paper may be too damp. Try printing with a different batch ofpaper. Do not open packages ofpaper until necessary so that thepaper does not aborb too much moisture from the air.Missing character. The paper may be too damp. Try printing with a different batch ofpaper. Do not open packages ofpaper until necessary so that thepaper does not absorb too muchmoisture from the air.Back of printoutdirty. The transfer roller may be dirty. Print a few blank pages to clean thetransfer roller.Incorrect fonts. TrueType fonts may be disabled. Use the Fonts dialog box in theRemote Control Panel to enableTrueType fonts.Faded graphics. Toner may be low. Remove the toner cartridge andshake it gently to evenly distributethe toner. Then replace the cartridgeback into the printer.Printing over uneven surfaces. If printing onto envelopes, changeyour printing layout to avoid printingover areas that have overlappingseams on the reverse side.
5. 14TroubleshootingSolving PostScript ProblemsTable 5.3 contains problems that may occur with PostScript printing(available only if the PostScript option is installed).ProblemPostScript file cannot be printed.Possible Cause RemedyPrint a configuration sheet and verifythat the PS version is available forprinting, and that total system memory is at least 12 MB.If PostScript is not available, installthe PostScript option. See “Memoryand PostScript SIMMs” (page 6.2).If system memory is not at least 12 MB, install an 8 MB SIMM.The PostScript option may not beinstalled, or the installed memorymay be insufficient.Error messagesare printed (i.e.,“This job containsbinary data...”).Open the Properties tab of thePostScript printer driver, click onPostScript, and click on theAdvanced button. The pure binarydata option is not supported. Chooseanother.The pure binary data option is notsupported by the PostScript driver. The printer namedoes not appear inthe Chooser(Macintosh only).Make sure that the printer is poweredon.Check that the LocalTalk cable issecurely plugged into the printer andyour Macintosh.The LocalTalk connection is notsecure. The option cassette is notselected in the driver.Open the PostScript driver Propertiesand set ‘Option cassette’ item ofDevice option to Installed.The printer driver has not been configured to recognize the optionaltray. Table 5.3
5. 15TroubleshootingObtaining ServiceIf youÕre unable to solve your printer problems, you may want to call forservice. Before you call, however, check these things:¥ Is the power cord plugged into the printer?¥ Is the power cord plugged directly into a wall outlet?¥ Is your printer connected properly to your computer?¥ Are all other devices attached to your printer plugged in and turnedon?¥ Is the wall outlet turned off by any switches?¥ Has a power outage occurred in your area?¥ Is a toner cartridge installed in the printer?¥ Is the cover closed completely?Once youÕve checked all these things, turn your printer off and back onagain. If your printer is still not operating properly, call for service.Notes:¥ If the READY light is on, print out a configuration sheet by pressing and holding down the control panel button for about four seconds until all indicators blink briefly, then let go of the button.¥ The configuration sheet lists your printer model, any options you haveinstalled, and your user default settings. The service representative will probably ask for this information.
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6. 1Printer OptionsIntroductionYour ML-6100 is a full-featured laser printer that has been optimized tomeet most of your printing needs. Recognizing that each user may havedifferent requirements, however, Samsung makes several options available to enhance the printerÕs capabilities:¥ PostScript, which enables your printer to use the PostScript printinglanguage for text and graphics.¥ Serial and LocalTalk ports, which enable your printer to interface with aMacintosh computer.¥ Network I/F card, which enables your printer to interface with a network.¥ Option cassette, which extends your printerÕs paper handling capacity.This chapter provides detailed installation instructions for each of these options.PrecautionsDISCONNECT THE POWER CORD: Never remove the printer control board while the printer is plugged in.To avoid the possibility of electrical shock, always disconnect the powercord when installing or removing ANY internal or external printeroption.DISCHARGE STATIC ELECTRICITY: The control board and internal printer options (SIMMs, PostScript,Serial/LocalTalk or Network interface) are sensitive to static electricity.Before installing or removing an internal option, discharge static electricityfrom your body by touching something metal, such as the metal back plateon any device plugged into a grounded power source. If you walk roundbefore finishing the installation, again discharge any static electricity.
6. 2Printer OptionsMemory and PostScript SIMMsAdditional printer memory and the PostScript option are provided onSIMMs (single inline memory modules). This procedure is applicable toeither option.Note: Since PostScript requires 12 MB of printer memory and the ML-6100 comes with 4 MB standard, installation of the PostScript SIMMrequires installation of a memory SIMM as well.Review the precautions on page 6.1 and then follow this procedure to install SIMMs in your computer.1. Turn the printer power off and disconnect the power cord.2. Remove the control board cover.
6. 3Printer Options3. Remove one screw and remove the metal plate in the direction of thearrow.4. Locate the PostScript SIMM slot (the first slot on the left as shown)and the memory SIMM slot (the second slot on the right as shown)on the control board. They are not interchangeable.¥ To install a memory SIMM, continue with Step 5.¥ To install the PostScript SIMM, go to Step 7 on page 6.5.OPENCLOSEPS 2DRAM
6. 4Printer Options5. Install the memory SIMM into the second slot labeled ÒDRAMÓ asshown, slightly angled, notch side up.6. Push back on the SIMM until it clicks into place.
6. 5Printer Options7. Install the PostScript SIMM into the first slot labeled ÒDRAMÓ asshown, slightly angled, notch side up.8. Push back on the SIMM until it clicks into place.
6. 6Printer Options9. Make sure the SIMM is secured in place by the metal clips.10. Reinsert the metal plate, then tighten one screw.OPENCLOSE
6. 7Printer Options11. Replace the control board cover.12. Reconnect the power cord and turn on the power.Note: For PostScript driver installation and usage information, refer to the sections ÒInstalling the PostScript PPDÓ (page 2.14) and ÒPostScriptDriver FeaturesÓ (page 4.7).To print documents from a Macintosh, you must install theSerial/LocalTalk option. See the section ÒSerial/LocalTalk Card or NetworkCardÓ (page 6-8).
6. 8Printer OptionsSerial/LocalTalk Card or Network CardThe Serial/LocalTalk option lets you connect your ML-6100 to a PC orMacintosh serial interface, or to a Macintosh LocalTalk network.To use the serial connection, a standard 9-pin serial cable is required. One end has a 9-pin female connector and the other end has a 9-pin male connector. Do not use a null-modem cable, which is a twisted pair cable.To use the Network I/F card, a standard RJ45 cable is required.Review the precautions on page 6.1 and then follow this procedure to install the Serial/LocalTalk or Network card option in your computer.1. Turn the printer power off and disconnect the power cord and printercable.2. Remove the control board cover.
6. 9Printer Options3. Remove one screw and remove the metal plate in the direction of thearrow.OPENCLOSE4. Unplug the two connectors from the control board.
6. 10Printer Options5. Remove the three screws securing the board and pull the board outof the printer. Unpack the Serial/LocalTalk card or Network card.Avoid touching its contact pins.6. Align the connector on the Serial/LocalTalk card or Network card withthe connector on the control board.Push the card firmly into the connector until it is completely inserted inplace. The two connectors should fit snugly together.Serial/LocalTalkcard ConnectorNetwork cardConnectorNetwork CardSerial/LocalTalk Card
6. 11Printer Options7. Slide the control board back into the printer.8. Insert the control board in place, and tighten the two screws.Network CardSerial/LocalTalk Card
6. 12Printer Options9. Tighten the third screw as shown. Reconnect the two connectors thatwere removed in Step 4.10. Reinsert the metal plate, then tighten one screw.OPENCLOSE
6. 13Printer Options11. Replace the control board cover.12. Reconnect the power cord, printer cable and turn on the power.Note: To print documents from a Macintosh, you must also install thePostScript option and additional memory. See the section ÒMemory andPostScript SIMMsÓ (page 6.2).
6. 14Printer OptionsOption CassetteYou can increase the paper handling capacity of your ML-6100 byinstalling the option cassette, which consists of two components, asshown in Figure 6.1.Review the precautions on page 6.1 and then follow this procedure toinstall option cassette in your computer.1. Turn off the printer and disconnect the power cord.Support unitPaper trayFigure 6.1
6. 15Printer Options2. Observe the location of the support unitÕs connector and tabs.TabConnectorTab3. Align the printer with the support unit and lower it into place on thetabs and connector.4. Load paper in the cassette.5. Reconnect the power cord, then turn on the printer.Note: To verify proper installation, print a configuration sheet.To print from option cassette, configure the printer driver from your application prior to printing. See ÒConfiguring the PCL DriversÓ (page 4.2).
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7. 1Printer SpecificationsPrinter SpecificationsItemPrint SpeedSpecification and Description12PPM (A4/Letter)Resolution True 600 x 600 dpi; 1200 dpi with Image EnhancementPaper Handing (output)Feed CapacityFace Down: 250 sheets; Face Up: 10 sheetsPower Consumption 300 W Printing Avg/ 14 W Printing SleepAcoustic Noise Stand by: Background noise; Operating: Less than 49dBToner Supply Toner CartridgeOperating Environment Temperature: 10~30 oC / 50~90oF; Humidity: 20~80% RHWeight 12 Kg / 25 lb.External Dimensions 360 (W) x 426 (D) x 220 (H) mm / 14.2 (W) x 16.8 (D) x 8.7 (H) in.Toner Cartridge Life Span: 6,000 pages, 5% area coverageEmulation PCL5e, PCL6, optional PostScript Level 2 CompatibleFonts 1 bitmap45 scalable (35 Intellifont, 10 TrueType)RAM MemoryInterface SwitchingStandard 4 MBExpandable to 68 MB: 72 pin, EDO, non-parity, 60ns; 4 MB, 8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, or 64 MBCassette: 250 sheets of paper (75 g/m2/ 20 lb.)MP Tray: 100 sheets of paper (75 g/m2/ 20 lb.); 10 envelopesOption Cassette: 250 sheets of paper (75 g/m2/ 20 lb.)Automatic (Parallel, Serial/LocalTalk, USB, Network)Interface Time Out 5 min (max.)WarmUp Time Less than 50 secondsPackage Weight Paper: 3.7 KgPlastic: 0.01 Kg
7. 2Printer SpecificationsItemInterface Specification and Description12PPM (A4/Letter)Bidirectional Parallel Standard- Modes supported: Compatible, Nibble, Byte, ECPUSB Interface Standard- USB 1.0 compliant- 12Mbps 1 portSerial/LocalTalk Interface OptionalSerial (RS-232C)- 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115.2Kbps- XON/XOFF, DTR/DST Protocol- RobustXON for XON/XOFFLocalTalk- Macintosh Host Interface230.4KBPS, SDLC, FMO Coding, RS-232CNetwork Optional (ML-6100N is default)- Ethernet 10/100M Base T- Novell- TCP/IP and AppleTalk- LPDLanguage CodesCodeDEENESFRITKRPTLanguageGermanEnglishSpanishFrenchItalianKoreanPortuguese
7. 3Printer SpecificationsPaper SizeThe following table gives details about the print material you can load ineach of the printer trays.PaperA4Paper size210 ✕297Cassette●Option Cassette●MP Tray●LETTER216 ✕279 (8.5✕11Ó) ●●●FOLIO (LEGAL 13Ó)LEGAL (LEGAL 14Ó)EXECUTIVESTATEMENTISO B5JIS B5A5216 ✕330 (8.5✕13Ó) ●●●216 ✕356 (8.5✕14Ó)184 ✕267 (7.25✕10.5Ó)140 ✕216 (5.5✕8.5Ó)176 ✕250182 ✕257148.5 ✕210●●●●●●●●●●●●16-24 lb 16-24 lb●●A6105 ✕148.5 ●●●●●●ENVELOPE- COM-10- MONARCH- DL- C5- C6105 ✕241 (4.12✕9.5Ó)98 ✕191 (3.87✕7.5Ó)110 ✕220 (4.33✕8.66Ó)162 ✕229 (6.38✕9.01Ó)114 ✕162 (4.49✕6.38Ó)●●TRANSPARENCY- A4- LETTER210 ✕297216 ✕279 (8.5✕11Ó)●●LABEL- A4- LETTER210 ✕297216 ✕279 (8.5✕11Ó)16-43 lbPAPER WEIGHT- CUT SHEET- ENVELOPE250 (20 lb) 250 (20 lb) 100 (20 lb)102530PAPER CAPACITY- CUT SHEET- ENVELOPE- LABEL- TRANSPARENCY●A6 (INTERNATIONALPOST CARD)100 ✕148
7. 4Printer SpecificationsAApple Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.7, 4.12BBooklet printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.6CCassette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2, 2.4Card stock Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.1CD-ROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.6Cleaning the printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.1Inside surfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.1Outside surfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.1Control board cover . . . . . . . . . . 1.2, 6.2, 6.8Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2, 1.4, 1.5Cooling vent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.3DDisketteInstalling Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.19Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.6Duplex printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.5EEnvelopes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.1, 3.5, 7.3Exhaust fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.3FFace down output stacker . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2IInterfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.2LocalTalk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.9Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.9Parallel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.8Serial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.9USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.8LLabels Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.1Language Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.2LocalTalk interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.7, 2.9LocalTalk option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.1, 6.8MMacintoshInstalling PostScript PPD . . . . . . . . . 2.14Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.7MediaSelection guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.2Sizes and Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.1Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.2, 7.1Multi-Purpose Tray(MP Tray) . . 1.2, 3.1, 7.3Using the MP Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.5NNetworkInstalling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.8PPaperMedia Sizes and capacities . . . . . . . . . 3.1Paper Jams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.2Paper level indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2Paper Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.3Paper support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2Parallel interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.8Index
7. 5Printer SpecificationsPCL Drivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.2PCL6Driver Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.4PostScriptDriver Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.7PostScript PPDMacintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15, 2.16Windows 95/98 and NT 4.0 . . . . . . . 2.14PostScript option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.1Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.2PostScript Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.14Power cord connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.3Power switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.3Print speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.1Printer cable connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.3Printing in Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.1RRCPInstalling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.13, 2.20Rear cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.3Rear Output Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.11Remote Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.8ABOUT tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.11CONFIG tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.9INTERFACE tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.10JOB tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.9PCL5e tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.10PRINTING tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.8PS II tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.11TEST tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.10Resolution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.1SSerial interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.9Serial number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2Serial option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.1Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.8Status Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.11TToner cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.1Top cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2Top cover release button . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2Transparency film . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.1, 7.3TroubleshootingPrinting problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.9PostScript problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.14Print quality problems . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.12UUninstalling the Printer Driver . . . . . . . 2.21USB interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.7, 2.8USB port Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.18, 2.20

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