Epson EPL-C8200 User's Manual
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1. After connecting the printer to your computer install the printer software It is included on the Printer Software for EPSON EPL C8200 CD ROM shipped with your printer Your printer software includes Printer driver The printer driver gives you complete control over your printer with the Microsoft Windows 95 98 NT 4 0 Windows 3 1 or NT 3 51 operating systems With it you can make settings such as print quality color setting and paper size EPSON Status Monitor 3 utility except for Windows 3 1 and Windows NT 3 51 The EPSON Status Monitor 3 utility allows you to view printer status information such as the amount of toner remaining and check for any printer errors When the printer driver is installed the Epson Status Monitor 3 utility is also installed automatically EPSON Font Manager The EPSON Font Manager provides you with 31 printer fonts and 96 software fonts Online help Online help gives you instant on screen access to detailed information and instructions on printer settings Note M If you wish to make a floppy disk version of the printer software on your CD ROM you can use the driver disk creation utility included on the CD ROM Installing the Printer Software 51 A Ifyou are running DOS you must use a driver other than the one included with the printer see For DOS Programs on page 56 For All Windows Users Follow these steps to install the printer driver for Windo2. For DOS Programs When using this printer with DOS programs only black and white printing is available Since DOS applications differ in their driver selection procedures there is no standard way to select the printer driver See your software manual for information on how to select the printer 56 Installing the Printer Software When asked to select a printer pick the first printer available in the list below EPL C8200 EPL C8000 EPL 5700 EPL 5500 5500 EPL N1600 EPL N1200 EPL N2000 EPL 5600 EPL 3000 EPL 5200 5200 HP LaserJet III IIIP IIID HP LaserJet III Si HP LaserJet 4L EPL 9000 HP LaserJet 4 If you choose a printer other than the EPL C8200 you may not be able to use some printer features Making Basic Printer Settings When you install options in the printer you need to make some settings before you start printing In addition you should make sure that the driver settings match your document requirements While many Windows applications override the printer settings made with the driver some do not For Windows 95 98 users If you have installed any options in the printer you need to make optional settings in your printer driver before using the option Installing the Printer Software 57 Note When the EPSON Status Monitor 3 utility is running and the printer is turned on the information on the installed options is automatically transmitted to the computer and its inf
3. Q Not blown directly into the user s face dA Vented directly out of the building whenever possible Safety Information 75 ENERGY STAR Compliance As an International ENERGY STAR Partner EPSON has determined that this product erf meets the International ENERGY STAR Program guidelines for energy efficiency The International ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program is a voluntary partnership with the computer and office equipment industry to promote the introduction of energy efficient personal computers monitors printers fax machines copiers and scanners in an effort to reduce air pollution caused by power generation For United Kingdom Users Use of options Epson UK Limited shall not be liable against any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or consumable products other than those designated as Original EPSON Products or EPSON Approved Products by Epson UK Limited Safety information Warning This appliance must be earthed Refer to rating plate for voltage and check that the appliance voltage corresponds to the supply voltage Important The wires in the mains lead fitted to this appliance are coloured in accordance with the following code Green and yellow Earth Blue Neutral Brown Live 76 Safety Information If you need to fit a plug As the colours of the mains lead of this appliance may not match any coloured markings used toidentify the terminalsin a plug
4. Loading paper 1 Fan a stack of A4 or Letter size paper then tap it on a flat surface to even the edges 2 Be sure to load paper into the MP tray long edge first Load the stack of paper with the printable surface up and left edge of the paper resting against the left paper guide of the MP tray Then slide the right paper guide against the right edge of the paper Printing a status sheet 1 Turn the power switch at the left side of the printer on The lights and the display messages are changed in the following order All lights turn on once and then turn off The display shows 48 Plugging in the Printer The display shows with the actual memory size of your printer including the memory size of optional memory module if installed displayed in place of 5 The display shows Se1f1 The On Line light turns on After about five minutes the display shows Fs 2 Press the Enter button The display shows 3 Press the Enter button again The message on the display starts flashing and the printer starts printing the status sheet 4 Check the following points in the printed status sheet 1 The printer can print the status sheet clearly Q The information on the options installed to the printer is printed correctly If you can find the installed option s name under Hardware Configurations title it means that the printer can recognize the installed option properly Note If you installed
5. Q Two or more people should carry this unit because it weighs approximately 24 kg 53 Ib Q When installing this unit on the printer lock all casters at the bottom of the unit Also when you do not need to move the unit with the printer lock all casters Otherwise the unit may cause an accident 1 Because the printer weighs approximately 70 kg 154 Ib you should not lift or carry it by yourself Four people should carry it lifting it by the correct positions as shown below 24 Installing the Options Warning If you lift the printer improperly it may fall and injure you Unpacking and removing the protective materials 1 Open the box that contains the unit Have two or more people lift the unit Lift with these bars AN Warning Two or more people should Iift the unit because it weighs approximately 24 kg 53 Ib Installing the Options 25 2 Pulloutthe top cassette and remove the protective materials in the following order 1 cardboard 2 foam material 3 tape and plastic material Then remove the cassette from the unit by gently lifting it up 3 Forthe middle and lower cassettes remove the protective materials in the same way as in step 2 Then remove the cassettes from the unit 26 Installing the Options 4 Remove the two pieces of cardboard from the inside of the unit 5 Return the cassettes to the unit Lift the cassette
6. an optional memory module Installed Memory shows the total size including both default 64 MB and the optional module s size However if you installed two 128 MB DIMMs the status sheets shows 256 MB because the maximum memory size for this printer is 256 MB If the printer cannot print the status sheet or you find any problem with the printing result of the status sheet contact your dealer Plugging in the Printer 49 Connecting to the Computer To connect your computer to your printer s built in parallel interface you need a shielded twisted pair parallel interface cable that is IEEE 1284 compatible Note If you installed the optional interface card you need a different type of cable See the optional interface card s manual 1 Make sure that both the printer and the computer are off 2 Plug the cable connector securely into the printer s parallel interface connector and squeeze the wire clips together until they lock in place on both sides of the connector Note If your cable has a ground wire connect it to the printer s ground connector as shown below 3 Plug the other end of the cable into the computer If the cable has a ground wire at the computer end attach it to the ground connector at the back of the computer After you connect the printer to your computer install the printer software as described in the next section 50 Plugging in the Printer 6 Installing the Printer Software
7. dialog box appears Select the installed paper source from the Optional paper sources list box Then click OK The EPSON EPL C8200 Advanced dialog box appears Select the paper size for each paper source from the paper source list box The optional paper source will not appear unless it is selected in Step 5 Installing the Printer Software 61 7 Click OK to close the EPSON EPL C8200 Advanced dialog box Note The EPSON Status Monitor 3 utility is not available for Windows 3 1 62 Installing the Printer Software 7 Accessing Online Help Your Windows printer driver has an extensive online help feature that includes detailed information and instructions on the driver settings Online help will answer most of your questions about the driver Note Online help is not available for DOS applications Accessing from the Windows Printer Driver To access online help from the printer driver follow the instructions Making Basic Printer Settings on page 57 to access thedriver ThenclicktheHelp buttonat thebottom of the window that appears Accessing from Windows Applications To access help from your application open the File menu and choose Print or Print Setup Then click Printer Setup Options or Properties you may need to click a combination of these buttons depending on the software you are using Then click the or Help button in the window that appears Accessing Online Help 63 8 Print
8. down the Alt and Reset buttons at the same time until t appears on the display The received data is cleared O Paper Source Page Size Manual Feed Orientation RiTech Copies MP Tray Size Toner Save o Menu Item Value Enter o o o On Line Form Feed Continue SelecType A A A A J Reset Alt M M v Y G Caution Be careful not to hold the buttons down for more than five seconds If you do so t i appears on the display and the printer settings are emma to their defaults in addition to clearing the print job and printer memory Printing with Windows 67 9 Using the Online Guide To learn more about your printer see the online guide in the CD ROM packaged with your printer It contains detailed instructions on how to use the printer and information on installing and using optional products You can view this guide directly from the CD ROM orinstallitin your computer and view it from your hard disk Note A Web browser must be installed in your computer to read the online guide 68 Using the Online Guide For Windows System Reguirements System Windows 95 98 Windows NT 4 0 Windows 3 1 or NT 3 51 CPU i486 25 MHz for Windows 95 NT 4 0 i486 66 MHz for Windows 98 i486 25 MHz for Windows 3 1 NT 3 51 Pentium or higher recommended Memory 16 MB 32 MB or more recommended Hard disk space 4 MB to install the Re
9. fi Collate Reverse Order EPSON Version Info 4 Make the settings in each menu depending on your document type Refer to the driver s online help or the description in Chapter 4 in the Reference Guide for the details of each setting 5 After making all settings click OK at the bottom of the window andreturn to the Print dialog box or a similar dialog box 6 Click Close OK or Print to print You may need to click more than one of these buttons in different dialog boxes Printing with Windows 65 Canceling Printing To cancel printing follow the instructions below 1 Pressthe On Line button on the printer s control panel The On Line light turns off n Paper Source Page Size Manual Feed Orientation RiTech Copies MP Tray Size To Save n Menu Item Value Enter o o o On Line Form Feed Continue SelecType A A A A 2 mM KL M M M M Reset Alt Note If your computer continues the printing job cancel it as follows Double click the printer icon in the task bar at the bottom right Then click the printing job that you want to cancel and click Purge Print Jobs in the Printer menu 2 Check that the Form Feed light is on not flashing If this light is flashing the printer is receiving the data from the computer In this case wait until the printer receives all data and the Form Feed light turns on 66 Printing with Windows 3 K
10. form or by any means mechanical photocopying recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein Neither SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages losses costs or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of accident misuse or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications repairs or alterations to this product or excluding the U S failure to strictly comply with SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION s operating and maintenance instructions SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION shall not be liable against any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated as Original Epson Products or Epson Approved Products by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION EPSON is a registered trademark of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States of America and other countries General Notice Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners EPSON disclaims any and all rights in those marks Copyright 1999 by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION Nagano Japan
11. into Use only an electrical outlet that meets the power requirements of this printer Never push objects of any kind through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the printer Safety Instructions Q Unless specifically instructed in this guide do not attempt to service this product yourself Opening or removing those covers that are marked Do Not Remove may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks Refer all servicing in those compartments to service personnel Q Unplug the printer and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions If the power cord or plug is damaged if liquid has entered the printer if the printer has been dropped or the cabinet damaged if the printer does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in performance Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions Q If you plan to use the printer in Germany observe the following To provide adequate short circuit protection and over current protection for this printer the building installation must be protected by a 16 Amp circuit breaker Bei Anschlu des Druckers an die Stromversorgung mu sichergestellt werden daf die Geb udeinstallation mit einem 16 A berstromschalter abgesichert ist Warnings Cautions and Notes Warnings must be followe
12. memory module into the slot straight either slot is OK as shown below The clips on the slot fasten the DIMM when it is inserted correctly TIT LUMEN N Caution D Do not force the DIMM into the slot A Be sure to insert the DIMM facing the correct way Installing the Options 39 6 Toreplacetheright side cover first insert the cover s hook in the slot at the back of the printer then close the front side making sure to fit the cover pin into the printer hole 7 Secure the cover with the screws Close the front cover and the paper path unit 40 Installing the Options Installing the ROM Module In some locations there are optional ROM modules that can expand your printer s features G Caution Before you install the ROM module be sure to discharge any static electricity by touching a grounded piece of metal Otherwise you may damage static sensitive components AN Warning Be careful when working inside the printer as some components are sharp and may cause injury 1 Open the printer cover and pull out the paper path unit at least 10 cm 4 inches Installing the Options 41 2 Remove the screws on the right side cover 3 Openthefront side of the right side cover until the pin on the cover comes out of the hole Then remove the cover by sliding it back 42 Installing the Options 4 5 Check the position of the slo
13. please proceed as follows A The green and yellow wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or the Farth symbol HQ The blue wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug marked with the letter N 1 Thebrown wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug marked with the letter L If damage occurs to the plug replace the cord set or consult a gualified electrician Replace fuses only with a fuse of the correct size and rating Safety Information 77 78 Safety Information Index A Accessing applications 63 online help 63 printer driver 63 Assembling the printer 7 B Basic printer settings 57 for Windows 3 1 users 61 for Windows 95 98 users 57 for Windows NT 4 0 3 51 users 60 C Canceling printing 66 CDRH regulations 73 Connecting to the computer 50 D DIMM 36 DOS programs 56 E ENERGY STAR 76 EPSON Font Manager 55 EPSON Status Monitor 3 51 Expansion tray 7 F Face up Tray 8 Fuser Oil Roll 18 H Hard Disk Drive 33 Installing 250 Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit A3W 22 EPSON Font Manager 51 EPSON Status Monitor 3 51 expansion tray 7 Face up Tray 8 Fuser Oil Roll 18 Hard Disk Drive 33 interface card 45 Large Capacity Paper Unit 24 Memory module 36 Microsoft Internet Explorer 70 online help 51 Photoconductor Unit 15 printer driver 51 printer software 51 ROM module 41
14. printer 004 28 Installing the Hard Disk Drive sous 33 Installing the Memory Module sssssseeeeee 36 Installing the ROM Module 6 e eee eee eee 41 Installing an Interface Card joco cce ROCHE CR 8 45 5 Plugging in the Printer Contents iii Testing th PEI teh Seed eie doro uli dead edad os UHR 48 Loading paper coii Xo e a LS ansa 48 Printing a status Sheets ssa dass sera cs S I Seda Ses se 48 Connecting to the Computer o mao obe coke ad d paese 50 6 Installing the Printer Software For All Windows Users esee 52 Installing EPSON Font Manager oon 55 For DOS Programs sis wiueun td mum Pca JTS e 56 Making Basic Printer Settings cris oii brs eis VIS 57 For Windows 95 98 users 0 2 0 0 ccc ccc eee 57 For Windows NT 4 0 3 51 users olio 60 For Windows 3 1 userS 0 0 cece tenes 61 7 Accessing Online Help Accessing from the Windows Printer Driver 63 Accessing from Windows Applications 63 8 Printing with Windows Starine to Print sve cepto ADIT vim SAAN 64 Cariceline Printing C ocasion Fora KN KA a NISA 66 9 Using the Online Guide System Requirements ri e n ea EER AAEE EA 69 Installing Microsoft Internet Explorer 70 For WindOWS suossa glia e e er eun 70 For Macintoshiin eek pA 71 10 Safety Information iv Contents ENERGYST ARCOMPp
15. toner cartridges 10 Interface cable 50 Interface card 45 Internal laser radiation 74 L Large Capacity Paper Unit installing 24 precautions 24 Laser printer precautions 1 Laser safety 72 Laser safety labels 73 Loading paper 48 Lower cassette unit 22 M Memory module 36 Microsoft Internet Explorer 70 Index 79 O Online Guide 68 Online help 51 Options 250 Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit A3W 22 Large Capacity Paper Unit 24 Ozone safety 74 P Photoconductor unit 15 Plugging in the printer 47 Power switch 47 Precautions Large Capacity Paper Unit 24 laser printer 1 Printer driver 51 Printer software 51 Printing canceling 66 status sheet 48 with Windows 64 R ROM module 41 S Safety information 72 Safety instructions 1 4 Status sheet 48 System reguirements 6 69 T Testing the printer 48 Toner cartridges 10 80 Index EPSON OVERSEAS MARKETING LOCATIONS EPSON AMERICA INC 20770 Madrona Ave P O Box 2842 Torrance CA 90509 2842 Phone 800 922 8911 Fax 310 782 5220 EPSON DEUTSCHLAND GmbH Z lpicher StraBe 6 40549 D sseldorf Germany Phone 0211 56030 Fax 0211 5047787 EPSON AUSTRALIA PTY LTD 70 GIBBES STREET CHATSWOOD 2067 NSW Phone 2 9903 9000 Fax 2 9903 9177 EPSON HONG KONG LTD Rooms 4706 10 47 F China Resources Bldg 26 Harbour Road Wanchai Hong Kong Phone 2585 4300 Fax 2827 7083 EPS
16. EPSON Color Laser Printer EPSON ColorPage EPL C8200 Guide 4011011 XXX 00 Where to Find Information Unpacking Guide Provides you with information and instructions on how to unpack and place the printer Before using the printer you need toremove all protective materials as described in the instructions contained in this guide Setup Guide fhis manual Provides you with information on assembling the printer s parts and installing the printer s software Reference Guide Provides you with detailedinformation on the printer s functions maintenance troubleshooting and technical specifications Administrator s Guide online guide Provides network administrators with information on both the printer driver and network settings Color Guide online guide Provides you with detailed information and useful tips on color printing Quick Reference Provides you with information on replacing consumables clearing jammed paper and a panel message list This guide can be hung on the printer with the hook provided Online Help Provides you with detailed information and instructions on the printer software that controls your printer online help will be automatically installed when you install the printer s software EPSON ColorPage EPL C8200 Color Laser Printer All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any
17. O rrinted on Recycled Paper Setup Guide Declaration of Conformity According to ISO IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014 Manufacturer SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION Address 3 5 Owa 3 chome Suwa shi Nagano ken 392 Japan Representative EPSON EUROPE B V Address Prof J H Bavincklaan 5 1183 AT Anstelveen The Netherlands Declares that the Product Product Name Color Laser Printer Model YBB 1 Conforms to the following Directive s and Norm s Directive 89 336 EEC EN 55022 Class B EN 50082 1 IEC 801 2 IEC 801 3 IEC 801 4 Directive 73 23 EEC EN 60950 July 1999 H Horiuchi President of EPSON EUROPE B V ii Contents 1 Safety Instructions Laser Printer Precautions ccc cee LL 1 Important Safety Instructions s oos kava ade vt e ag 4 Warnings Cautions and Notes 0 000 e ee eee es 5 2 System Requirements 3 Assembling the Printer Installing the Expansion Tray ese ym 7 Installing the Face Up Tray suisse tert t Ys 8 Installing the Toner Cartridges osse I ee 10 Installing the Photoconductor Unit onneen 15 Installing the Fuser Oil Roll sig it Y Ja e hus 18 4 Installing the Options Installing the 250 Sheet Lower Cassette Unit A3W 22 Installing the Large Capacity Paper Unit 24 Precautions before installing oss 24 Unpacking and removing the protective materials 25 Installing the unit on the
18. ON ITALIA S p A V le F lli Casiraghi 427 20099 Sesto S Giovanni MI Italy Phone 2 262331 Fax 2 2440750 SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION Hirooka Office 80 Harashinden Hirooka Shiojiri shi Nagano ken 399 0785 Japan EPSON UK LTD Campus 100 Maylands Avenue Hemel Hempstead Herts HP2 7TJ U K Phone 44 01442 261144 Fax 44 01442 227227 EPSON FRANCE S A 68 bis rue Marjolin 92300 Levallois Perret France Phone 33 1 40 87 37 37 Telex 610657 EPSON SINGAPORE PTE LTD No 1 Temasek Avenue 36 00 Millenia Tower Singapore 039192 Phone 065 33 77 911 Fax 065 33 41 185 EPSON TAIWAN TECHNOLOGY amp TRADING LTD 10F No 287 Nanking E Road Sec 3 Taipei Taiwan R O C Phone 02 717 7360 Fax 02 712 9164 EPSON IBERICA S A Av de Roma 18 26 08290 Cerdanyola del Valles Barcelona Spain Phone 582 15 00 Fax 582 15 55 EPSON PORTUGAL S A R do Progresso 471 1 Perafita 4460 Matosinhos Portugal Phone 02 996 14 02 Fax 02 996 14 11 1999 September EPSON Color Laser Printer EPSON ColorPage EPL C8200 Setup Guide Printed in Japan 99 XX XX
19. ace You will need to reattach it if you remove the interface card later Installing the Options 45 3 Slide the interface card along the slots on both sides of the interface compartment Push the card in firmly making sure that the connector at the back of the interface card is fully inserted into the printer s internal socket 4 Replace the two screws and tighten them KAN 46 Installing the Options Plugging in the Printer Check the label on the left side of the printer to make sure that the voltage reguired by the printer matches that of the electrical outlet it will be plugged into Also make sure that you have the correct power cord for your power source G Caution It is not possible to change the printer s voltage If the reguired voltage and your outlet voltage do not match contact your dealer for assistance Do not plug in the power cord Make sure that the printer is turned off It is off when the O side of the power switch on the left side of the printer is pushed in Connect the power cord to the AC inlet on the left side of the printer Plug the power cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet Plugging in the Printer 47 Testing the Printer To test whether the printer is set up correctly print a status sheet The status sheet contains information about the printer including the current settings To print a status sheet follow the steps below
20. between the two connectors Check the connector size first and connect each cable to the same size connector Installing the Options 31 10 Attach the cables on the left side and close the cover of the unit to hold the cables down Then attach the connector cover on the printer 32 Installing the Options Installing the Hard Disk Drive You can increase the printer capacity by installing the optional Hard Disk Drive C82377 This option allows you to print complex and large print jobs at high speed 1 Open the printer cover and pull out the paper path unit at least 10 cm 4 inches 2 Remove the screws on the right side cover Installing the Options 33 3 Openthefront side of the right side cover until the pin on the cover comes out of the hole Then remove the cover by sliding it back 4 Press the Hard Disk Drive down until the socket and connector are firmly connected And tighten the retaining screws with a cross head screwdriver oS SSS 34 Installing the Options Caution You should not remove any modules from the circuit board If you remove them the printer will not work 5 Toreplace the right side cover first insert the cover s hook in the slot at the back of the printer then close the front side making sure to fit the cover pin into the printer hole 6 Secure the cover with the screws Close the front cover and the pape
21. ckage and unwrap the protective sheet while holding the handle as shown below Caution 1 Be sure not to touch or scratch the surface of the drum Q When replacing the photoconductor unit avoid exposing it to room light any longer than necessary 4 Hold the handle on top of the photoconductor unit and place the unit on the guide rails Insert it all the way into the printer 16 Assembling the Printer 5 Turn the small lever on the photoconductor unit to the left Assembling the Printer 17 7 Close the front cover Installing the Fuser Oil Roll Before installing the fuser oil roll read the following handling precautions dA Do not touch the white roll surface QJ If oil gets on your skin or clothes wash it off immediately T The roll should always be kept horizontal Do not tilt or lean it against anything Doing so might cause oil leakage and impair print quality A Keep the Fuser Oil roll out of the reach of children 18 Assembling the Printer To install the fuser oil roll 1 Pulldown the Face up Tray Assembling the Printer 19 3 Take the fuser oil roll out of its box and remove the cover and two pins as shown below Note Do not touch the white roll surface 4 Hold the roll handle and insert the new fuser oil roll into the fuser unit matching the green marks on the roll a
22. ctor in fire as they can explode and cause injury Dispose of them according to local regulations Do not use a toner cartridge for at least one hour after moving it from a cool to a warm environment Keep the fuser oil roll horizontal at all times Do not tilt it or lean it against something as it can cause oil leakage and reduce print quality When removing the photoconductor unit avoid exposing it to room light any longer than necessary The unit contains a light sensitive drum which is the green cylinder that can be seen through the openings to the unit Exposure to light can damage the drum causing dark or light areas to appear on the printed page and reducing the service life of the drum If you need to keep the unit out of the printer for long periods cover it with an opaque cloth 2 Safety Instructions d Be sure not to scratch the surface of the drum When you remove the photoconductor unit from the printer always set the unit on a clean smooth surface Also avoid touching the drum since oil from your skin can permanently damage its surface and may affect print quality To get the best print quality do not store the photoconductor unit in an area subject to direct sunlight dust salty air or corrosive gasses such as ammonia Avoid locations subject to extremes or rapid changes of heat or humidity Also be sure to keep consumable components out of the reach of children Do not leave jammed paper
23. d carefully to avoid bodily injury G Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your eguipment Notes contain important information and useful tips on the operation of your printer Safety Instructions 5 2 System Reguirements To use your printer with a PC you need Microsoft Windows 95 98 Windows NT 4 0 Windows 3 1 or Windows NT 3 51 and a shielded twisted pair parallel interface cable Toinstalland use the printer software printer driver and utilities included on the CD ROM or floppy disk packed with your printer your system should meet the following reguirements Component Minimum system Recommended system CPU 1486 25 MHz for Pentium or higher Windows 95 NT 4 0 processor Windows 3 1 or NT 3 51 i486 66 MHz for Windows 98 RAM 16 MB RAM 32 MB RAM or more for Windows 95 98 3 1 or NT 3 51 64 MB RAM or more for Windows NT 4 0 Hard disk space 10 MB hard disk space for Windows 95 98 or 3 1 20 MB hard disk space for Windows NT 4 0 or NT 3 51 50 MB or more free disk space for Windows 95 98 3 1 or NT 3 51 100 MB or more free disk space for Windows NT 4 0 Display 800 x 600 pixel monitor Greater than 800 x 600 pixel monitor Note 3 1 and Windows NT 3 51 D Depending on the size of your printer data you may need more memory and hard disk space than above Q The EPSON Status Monitor 3 utility is not available for Windows 6 System Re
24. d on the information on the installed option is automatically transmitted to the computer and its information appears in your driver s screen except for NT 3 51 1 Click Start and select Settings and Printers 2 Right click the icon of your printer and click Properties 3 Click the Optional Settings tab Make settings depending on your option installation Then click OK 60 Installing the Printer Software Note When the EPSON Status Monitor 3 utility is running and the printer is turned on the information on the installed option is automatically transmitted to the computer In this case you do not need to set anything except for NT 3 51 Click the Printer Setting tab Select the paper size for each paper source Note When the EPSON Status Monitor 3 utility is running and the printer is turned on the information on the installed option is automatically transmitted to the computer In this case you do not need to set anything except for NT 3 51 For Windows 3 1 users If you have installed any options in the printer you need to make optional settings in your printer driver before using the option 1 Open the Program Manager window then double click the control panel from the Main group Click the printer icon from the control panel Select your EPSON printer then click the Settings button The EPSON EPL C8200 Advanced dialog box appears Click the Optional Settings button The Optional Settings
25. er beam cannot escape from the machine during any phase of user operation For European users United Kingdom The EPSON ColorPage EPL C8200 is a page printer which utilizes a semiconductor laser There is no possibility of danger from the laser provided that the printer is operated according to the instructions in the guides provided Since radiation emitted by the laser is completely confined within protective housings and external covers the laser beam cannot escape from the machine during any phase of user operation AN Warning Use of controls adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified in this guide may result in hazardous radiation exposure This is a semiconductor laser The maximum power of the laser diode is 5 0 x 103W and the wavelength is 785 10 15nm 72 Safety Information CDRH regulations The Center for Devices and Radiological Health CDRH of the U S Food and Drug Administration implemented regulations for laser products on August 2 1976 Compliance is mandatory for products marketed in the United States The label shown below indicates compliance with the CORH regulations and must be attached to laser products marketed in the United States This laser product conforms to the applicable reguirement of 21 CFR Chapter subchapter J SEIKO EPSON CORP Hirooka Office 80 Hirooka Shiojiri shi Nagano ken Japan MANUFACTURED Laser safety labels AN Warning Use
26. ference 15 MB to install Microsoft Internet Explorer CD ROM drive Double speed quad speed or faster recommended Display 640 x 480 pixel or 800 x 600 pixel resolution with High Color 16 bit or True Color 32 bit setting Browser Web browser Microsoft Internet Explorer 4 0 or later recommended For Macintosh System System 7 5 1 System 7 6 or later recommended Memory 16 MB 32 MB or more recommended Hard disk space 4 MB to install the Reference 15 MB to install Microsoft Internet Explorer CD ROM drive Double speed quad speed or faster recommended Display Color monitor with 640 x 480 pixel resolution or greater thousands of colors recommended Browser Web browser Microsoft Internet Explorer 4 0 or later recommended Using the Online Guide 69 Installing Microsoft Internet Explorer A Web browser is required to use the online guide You need Microsoft Internet Explorer version 4 01 or later or Netscape Navigator version 4 05 or later already installed If you do not have a Web browser install Microsoft Internet Explorer 5 0 for Windows users or Internet Explorer 4 5 for Macintosh users These applications are on the CD ROM with the printer driver and other printer software not on the online guide CD ROM For Windows Note for Windows NT 4 0 users Before installing Microsoft Internet Explorer 5 0 you need to install Windows NT Service Pack 3 Fo
27. in the printer It can cause the printer to overheat Hinweis Die Ger teanschlufleitung mu den einshl gigen Normen gen gen Es mu eine dreiadrige Leitung verwendet werden Die Anshlufleitung darf nicht leichter als HOSVV F order HOSVVH2 F sein Maschinenl rminformations Verordnung 3 GSGV 18 01 1991 Der arbeitsplatzbezogene schalldruckpegel betr gt 70 dB A oder weniger gem ISO 7779 Safety Instructions 3 Important Safety Instructions Read all of these instructions before operating your printer d d Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer Unplug this printer from the electrical outlet before cleaning Usea damp cloth for cleaning and do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners Do not use this printer near water Do not place the printer on an unstable cart stand or table Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation Do not block or cover them Do not put the printer on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface or in a built in installation unless proper ventilation is provided Use the type of power source indicated on the label If you are notsure of the type of power available consult your dealer or local power company If you are unable to insert the AC plug into the electrical outlet contact an electrician Do not put your printer where the cord will be stepped on Avoid using outlets that other appliances are plugged
28. ing with Windows This section explains how to print your documents from your Windows application or how to cancel printing Starting to Print To get started with printing right away follow the printing procedure explained below which is typical of many Windows applications The actual way you print may vary depending on the application you use See your application manual for details Note While many Windows applications override the settings made with the printer driver some do not so you must verify the settings to get the results you expect 1 Fromyourapplication open the document you want to print 2 Click Print on the File menu The Print dialog box or a similar dialog box appears 64 Printing with Windows 3 Make sure that your printer is selected and then click Printer Setup Properties or Options You may need to click more than one of thesebuttonsin different dialog boxes The printer software window appears EPSON EPL C8200 Advanced Properties 2 x Basic Settings Layout Overlay Optional Settings Utility Paper Size A4 210 x 297 mm Orientation Portrait C Landscape Paper Source auto Selection v ManualFeed Continuous Paper Type Pan Coler Color C Black Print Quality High Quality PC N 300 dpi Automatic 300dpi J 600 dpi Screen Auto i Color Adjustment i RITech n Toner save Off Dutput Tray Face down Tray 7 Copies
29. lation time varies depending on your computer system Installing EPSON Font Manager Follow these steps to install EPSON Font Manager 1 Make sure that Windows is running and the printer is turned off 2 Insert the CD ROM that comes with your printer into your CD ROM drive Note Step 3 and 4 are needed only for Windows 3 1 and NT 3 51 Windows 95 98 NT 4 0 are executed automatically 3 Click Start then choose Run For Windows 3 1 open the Program Manager window then choose Run from the File menu 4 Type D EPSETUP then click OK If you have inserted the CD ROM in a drive other than the D drive substitute the appropriate drive letter Installing the Printer Software 55 5 In the dialog box that appears double click Install EPSON Font Manager or you can install by selecting Install EPSON Font Manager and then clicking the arrow at the top right EPSON Installation Program x EPSO A EPSON EPL Series Printer Software installation program Please select from the following items Ge Install Printer Driver Utility MI Install EPSON BarCode Font ja mn i Te Install EPSON Font Manager eu Ge Install EpsonNet WinAssist S Install EpsonHet WebManager ja P Ge Install EpsonHet Direct Print 6 Follow the on screen instructions 7 When installation is complete click OK The EPSON Font Manager is now installed on your computer
30. liafhoesss sas de rir eu dk rna 76 For United Kingdom Users ii ilu ego LTA da peri ua 76 Index Contents v vi Contents Safety Instructions Laser Printer Precautions This printer uses laser technology The following precautions apply whenever you use the laser printer Even if you are familiar with other types of printers be sure to follow these precautions carefully to ensure safe efficient operation Because the printer weighs approximately 70 kg 154 Ib you should not lift or carry it by yourself Four people should carry it lifting it by the correct positions Refer to the instructions in the Unpacking Guide Becarefulnotto touch the fuser which is marked CAUTION HIGH TEMPERATURE or the surrounding areas If the printer has been in use the fuser and the surrounding areas may be very hot CAUTION HIGH TEMPERATURE A Avoid touching the components inside the printer unless instructed to do so in this guide Safety Instructions 1 Never force the printer s componentsinto place Although the printer is designed to be sturdy rough handling can damage it When handling the toner cartridges always place them on a clean smooth surface Do not attempt to modify or take apart the toner cartridge It cannot be refilled Try not to touch the toner and avoid all contact with your eyes Do not dispose of the used toner cartridges fuser oil roll or waste toner colle
31. nd unit 20 Assembling the Printer 5 Push the roll down firmly until it clicks into place 6 Push the fuser unit into the printer until it clicks into place Assembling the Printer 21 4 Installing the Options If you purchased any options with the printer install them before plugging in the printer Installing the 250 Sheet Lower Cassette Unit A3W This cassette is designed for A3W size paper only You can load up to 250 sheets in this cassette 1 Remove the protective materials from the cassette Note The 250 Sheet Lower Cassette Unit A3W cannot be used with the Large Capacity Paper Unit or the 500 Sheet Paper Cassette Unit 22 Installing the Options 2 Pullthe printer s lower cassette unit all the way out and remove it by lifting up 3 Put both legs of the optional lower cassette unit A3W on the printer s slot guide then insert it into the printer Push the cassette unit all the way in Installing the Options 23 Installing the Large Capacity Paper Unit The optional Large Capacity Paper Unit has three paper cassettes G Caution The optional 250 Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit C81302 cannot be mounted on the Large Capacity Paper Unit or the 500 Sheet Paper Cassette Unit If you try to do this the units may be damaged Precautions before installing Before installing the Large Capacity Paper Unit read the following precautions
32. of controls adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified in this guide may result in hazardous radiation exposure Safety Information 73 Your printer is a Class 1 laser product as defined in IEC 825 specifications The label shown below is attached in countries where reguired LASER KLASSE 1 NACH IEC 825 CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT TO 825 KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT 1 H 7 IEC 825 LUOKAN 1 LASERLATE Internal laser radiation Max Radiation Power 5 0x 103W Wave Length 785 10 15nm This is a Class IIIb Laser Diode Assembly that has an invisible laser beam The printer head unit is NOT A FIELD SERVICE ITEM Therefore the printer head unit should not be opened under any circumstances Ozone safely Ozone emission Ozone gas is generated by laser printers as a by product of the printing process Ozone is produced only when the printer is printing 74 Safety Information Ozone exposure limit The print engine shall not exceed 0 02 ppm ozone concentration TWA Time Weighted Average Minimize the risk To minimize the risk of exposure to ozone you should avoid the following conditions d d d d Use of multiple laser printers in a confined area see above Operation in conditions of extremely low humidity Poor room ventilation Long continuous printing together with any of the above Printer location The printer should be located so that the exhaust gases and heat generated are
33. ormation appears in your driver s screen 1 Double click the My Computer icon and double click the Printers folder 2 Right click the icon of your printer and click Properties 3 Click the Optional Settings tab 58 Installing the Printer Software If you select Update the Printer Option Info Automatically in the Printer window when EPSON Status Monitor 3 is running and the printer is turned on the information on the installed options is automatically transmitted to the computer If you select Update the Printer Option Info Manually set this information manually as described in step 5 EPSON EPL C8200 Advanced Properties HDD Unit No Option HDD Optional Font ROM High Qualiy Pc Mic D Een ROM 300 dpi Screen Auto Color Adjustment RITech On Toner save Off Installing the Printer Software 59 5 ClicktheSettingsbutton in the Printer window The Optional Settings dialog box appears Make settings depending on the option installation Then click OK Optional Settings 2 x Installed Memory 1 v MB Optional Paper Sources Large Capacity Paper Unit 3column Large Capacity Paper Unit 2column Optional ROM Module Optional HDD Unit Cancel Help For Windows NT 4 0 3 51 users If you have installed any options in the printer you need to make optional settings in your printer driver before using the option Note When the EPSON Status Monitor 3 utility is running and the printer is turne
34. quirements 3 Assembling the Printer Before assembling the printer make sure that all protective materials packed around and inside your printer are removed Follow the instructions in the Unpacking Guide to remove these materials Installing the Expansion Tray The expansion tray is used for the wide size paper setting To install the expansion tray on the right side of the printer follow the procedure below 1 Hold the expansion tray vertically Then insert its right leg into the hollow of the MP tray to fit the pin on the leg into the hole on the MP tray Make sure that the gears of both trays fit properly Assembling the Printer 7 2 Whileholding the expansion tray vertically insert the left leg into the MP tray until the pin clicks into place in the hole on the MP tray Installing the Face Up Tray Install the face up tray onto the left side of the printer as follows 1 Locate the output slot on the left side of the printer 2 Sgueeze the metal spring on the right side of the face up tray so that the end of the spring is folded down against the tray as shown below y 8 Assembling the Printer 3 Insert the plastic mounting pin on the right side of the face up tray into the corresponding hole inside the output slot 4 Insertthe left mounting pin on the face up tray into the hole on the left side of the output slot 5 Release the spring so that the end res
35. r double click the My Computer icon then double click the CD ROM drive icon If this dialog box appears double click Install Printer Driver Utility If this dialog box still does not appear double click the Setup exe icon You may need to use the arrows to scroll through the folder to find it Installing the Printer Software 53 6 In the dialog box that appears select EPSON EPL C8200 Advanced and click OK This automatically installs the printer driver JA EPSON Printer Utility Setup Printer Model f When installation is complete click OK Note Q The EPSON Status Monitor 3 utility is also installed for Windows 95 98 or NT 4 0 The printer driver is now installed on your computer The installation program automatically selects this printer as the default printer for Windows applications If you installed the options to the printer or use your printer on a network you need to make some settings after installing the printer driver See For Windows 95 98 users on page 57 for Windows 95 98 For Windows 3 1 users on page 61 for Windows 3 1 or For Windows NT 4 0 3 51 users on page 60 for Windows NT 4 0 3 51 Before using the printer software read the README file located in the EPSON Printers folder For information on opening and using the README file see the corresponding sections in the Administrator s Guide 54 Installing the Printer Software A Instal
36. r installation instructions see the README file located on the printer driver CD ROM at Msie W9x_nt40 NT4sp3 Readme txt See also License txt in the same directory Installing 1 Insert the printer driver CD ROM in your CD ROM drive If a dialog box appears for the printer driver click Quit 2 Double click the My Computer icon then right click the CD ROM icon and select Open For Windows 3 1 NT 3 51 click the CD ROM drive in File Manager 3 Double click the Msie folder 4 For Windows 98 95 NT 4 0 Double click W9x_nt40 then le50 For Windows 3 1 NT 3 51 double click Winnt351 5 Double click le5setup exe for Windows 98 95 or NT 4 0 or Setup exe for Windows 3 1 NT 3 51 and follow the on screen instructions 70 Using the Online Guide For Macintosh 1 2 Insert the printer driver CD ROM in your CD ROM drive Double click the Internet Explorer folder Find the Internet Explorer 4 5 icon and follow the instructions on the screen Using the Online Guide 71 10 Safety Information Laser safety This printer is certified as a Class 1 laser product under the U S Department of Health and Human Services DHHS Radiation Performance Standard according to the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968 This means that the printer does not produce hazardous laser radiation Since radiation emitted by the laser is completely confined within protective housings and external covers the las
37. r path unit Installing the Options 35 Installing the Memory Module You can increase printer memory up to 256 MB including standard printer memory of 64 MB by installing the optional DIMM Dual In line memory module This printer has two slots for optional DIMMs You can purchase DIMMs from various vendors Be sure to meet the following reguirements DRAM type Synchronous Dynamic RAM Double In line memory module SDRAM DIMM Memory size 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB or 256MB Type 168 pin type 64 bit with SPD Access speed 66 66 MHz or higher 15 ns or less Height Less than 40 mm Y Caution Before you install a memory module be sure to discharge any static electricity by touching a grounded piece of metal Otherwise you may damage static sensitive components W Warning Be careful when working inside the printer as some components are sharp and may cause injury 36 Installing the Options 1 Open the printer cover and pull out the paper path unit at least 10 cm 4 inches 2 Remove the screws on the right side cover Installing the Options 37 3 Openthefront side of the right side cover until the pin on the cover comes out of the hole Then remove the cover by sliding it back Caution You should not remove any modules from the circuit board If you remove them the printer will not work 38 Installing the Options 5 Insertthe
38. s slightly to slide onto the guide rails then push the cassettes all the way into the unit Installing the Options 27 Installing the unit on the printer 1 Lock the casters at the bottom of the unit Caution You should lock all casters before installing the unit on the printer Otherwise the unit may move and cause an accident 2 Remove the Face up Tray located on the left side of the printer and fold up the expansion tray located on the right side of the printer 28 Installing the Options 3 Lift the printer up AN Warning Four people should lift the printer by the correct positions as shown below 4 Keep the printer horizontal Put it down gently on the unit so that the three pins on top of the unit fit into the holes on the bottom of the printer Installing the Options 29 Note To fit the pins and holes easily match the front and side of the printer and the unit cases 5 Remove the top cassette from the unit 6 Tighten the two screws on the upper side of the unit to secure the printer and unit 30 Installing the Options 7 Return the top cassette to the unit 8 Open the cover at the back of the unit then remove the connector cover at the back of the printer by sliding it down 9 There are two sets of cables and connectors Be sure that the connector size is different
39. then release it 1 mann Co Assembling the Printer 13 7 Turn the round knob located just above the cartridge installation window clockwise untilit stops The switch drops down to the lower position automatically and the next cartridge slot appears in the installation window o m mann Wo Note If the knob cannot be moved first check that the switch is in the upper position Do not turn the knob by force 8 Install the cartridges as described in steps 2 to 7 for the last cartridge you can skip step 7 9 Close the front cover 10 See the next section for instructions on how to install the photoconductor unit 14 Assembling the Printer Installing the Photoconductor Unit Before installing the photoconductor unit read the following handling precautions I When installing the photoconductor unit avoid exposing it to room light any longer than necessary 1 Be sure not to scratch the surface of the drum Also avoid touching the drum since oil from your skin may permanently damage its surface and affect print quality dA Keep the photoconductor unit out of the reach of children To install the photoconductor unit 1 Open the front cover 2 Turn the large lever counterclockwise 90 degrees Assembling the Printer 15 3 Take the photoconductor unit out of its pa
40. ts against the outer case of the printer as shown below Assembling the Printer 9 G Caution Do not insert the metal spring into the output slot or any holes in the printer case Doing so may damage the face up tray or your printer p Installing the Toner Cartridges You need to install four cartridges in the printer Note A Iftoner gets on your skin or clothes wash it off with soap and water immediately dA Do not install a cartridge for at least an hour after moving it from a cool toa warm environment 10 Assembling the Printer 1 Open the front cover 2 Check which color appears in the cartridge installment window and prepare a cartridge with the same color Yellow Assembling the Printer 11 3 Take the cartridge out of its package and gently shake it back and forth and front to back as shown below to distribute the toner evenly 4 Hold the cartridge with the arrow side facing up and insert it all the way into the cartridge slot 12 Assembling the Printer 5 Turn the cartridge knob clockwise 90 degrees so that the O symbol on the knob is in the position shown below By turning the knob the cartridge is pressed into the slot and installed completely Caution Be sure to turn the knob all the way to the locked position Otherwise you may have toner problems or leakage 6 Push up the switch located at the upper left
41. ts for a ROM module Caution You should not remove any modules from the circuit board If you remove them the printer will not work Insert the module all the way into slot A making sure that the gold contact side of the module is the lower side The X tab at the bottom of the slot will jut out when the module is inserted correctly E x C Caution D Do not force the ROM module into the slot A Be sure to insert the module facing the correct way Installing the Options 43 6 Toreplacetheright side cover first insert the cover s hook in the slot at the back of the printer then close the front side making sure to fit the cover pin into the printer hole 7 Secure the cover with the screws Close the front cover and the paper path unit 44 Installing the Options Installing an Interface Card Follow the steps below to install an optional interface card Caution Before you install the interface card be sure to discharge any static electricity by touching a grounded piece of metal Otherwise you may damage static sensitive components 1 Be sure to set any switches and jumpers on the card as necessary See the interface card s manual for details 2 Remove the screws from the shield plate on the back of the printer and remove the plate Note A You can install the interface card in either slot I Store the shield plate in a safe pl
42. ws 95 98 NT 4 0 Windows 3 1 or NT 3 51 Note When you use your printer on a network you need to have approval from the network administrator Ask your network administrator for more information or see the Administrator s Guide 1 Make sure that the printer is off and Windows is running 2 Insert the CD ROM that comes with your printer into your CD ROM drive this is usually the D drive Note Step 3 and 4 are needed only for Windows 3 1 and NT 3 51 Windows 95 98 NT 4 0 are executed automatically 3 Click Start then choose Run For Windows 3 1 open the Program Manager window then choose Run from the File menu 4 Type D EPSETUP then click OK If you have inserted the CD ROM in a drive other than the D drive substitute the appropriate drive letter 52 Installing the Printer Software 5 In the dialog box that appears double click Install Printer Driver Utility or you can also install by selecting Install Printer Driver Utility and then clicking the arrow on the top right EPSON Installation Program x wr EPSON EPL Series Printer Software installation program Please select from the following items d n Install EPSON BarCode Font SI Ga Install EPSON Font Manager Ga Install EpsonHet WinAssist e Install Printer Driver Utility Ge Install EpsonNet WebManager Ge Install EpsonHet Direct Print If this dialog box does not appea
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