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Epson EPL-N4000+ Setup Manual

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  • Page 1 4010980 K02-00...
  • Page 2 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 to remove all protective materials as described in the instructions contained in this guide. Setup Guide (this manual) Provides you with information on assembling the printer’s parts and installing printer options.
  • Page 3 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.
  • Page 4 Product Name: Laser Printer Model: XYB-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 August 1999 H. Horiuchi President of EPSON EUROPE B.V.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Safety Instructions Laser Printer Precautions ....... . . 1 Important Safety Instructions .
  • Page 6 Loading paper ........59 Printing a status sheet.

  • Page 7: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions Laser Printer Precautions This printer uses laser technology. The following list of precautions applies whenever you open the printer cover. Even if you are familiar with other types of printers, be sure to follow these precautions carefully to ensure safe, efficient operation.
  • Page 8 Protect the light-sensitive drum from exposure to light. Avoid exposing the Imaging Cartridge to room light any longer than necessary. Do not open the drum’s protective cover. Overexposing the drum may cause abnormally dark or light areas to appear on the printed page and reduce the service life of the drum.

  • Page 9: Important Safety Instructions

    To get the best print quality, do not store the Imaging Cartridge in an area subject to direct sunlight, dust, salty air, or corrosive gasses (such as ammonia). Avoid locations subject to high temperatures, humidity, or abrupt changes in temperature or humidity.
  • Page 10 Use the type of power source indicated on the label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local power company. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to have your outlet repaired or replaced.

  • Page 11: Warnings, Cautions, And Notes

    D. If it has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. E. If it exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service. F. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. Warnings, Cautions, and Notes Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.

  • Page 12: Assembling The Printer

    Assembling the Printer Installing the optional Large Capacity Paper Unit We recommend installing the Large Capacity Paper Unit when setting up the printer. If you do not install the Large Capacity Paper Unit, proceed to “Installing the Imaging Cartridge” on page 13.
  • Page 13 3. Carefully lift the Large Capacity Paper Unit out of the box with two or more people, and place it near the printer. 4. Lock the casters at the bottom of the unit by pushing their levers down. Assembling the Printer...
  • Page 14 5. At the back of the unit, push the power cable into the slot. 6. Carefully lift the printer with two or more people. Caution: The printer weighs about 50 kg (110 lb); always lift it with two or more people. Grasp the printer at the locations indicated below.
  • Page 15 7. Align each of the printer’s corners with those of the unit, then lower the printer until it rests securely on the unit. 8. Make sure all corners of the printer fit firmly onto the unit. Assembling the Printer...
  • Page 16 Preparing the Cassettes 1. Pull out lower cassette 2 as far as it will go. Then lift it up slightly, and completely remove it. 2. Pull out lower cassette 3. Take out and open the included package of metal fittings and screws. Assembling the Printer...
  • Page 17 3. Attach the two metal fittings with the screws as shown below. Note that the shapes of the two fittings are different. 4. Push cassette 3 back into the unit, then replace cassette 2. 5. Pull out cassette 4 and remove the protective materials inside. Assembling the Printer...
  • Page 18 6. Pull out lower cassette 5 and remove the protective materials inside. 7. Plug the cable from the Large Capacity Paper Unit into the appropriate connector at the back of the printer. Assembling the Printer...

  • Page 19: Installing The Imaging Cartridge

    We recommend the use of genuine EPSON Imaging Cartridges. Other products not manufactured by EPSON may cause damage to your printer not covered by EPSON’s warranties. Assembling the Printer...
  • Page 20 1. While holding the Imaging Cartridge horizontally, gently shake it a few times to distribute the toner evenly. 2. Remove the attached sheet. 3. Open cover A by pulling the latch. latch Cover A Front Cover Assembling the Printer...
  • Page 21 4. Open the cover on the front of the printer. 5. Holding the grip and tab on the Imaging Cartridge, insert the cartridge into the printer until it is fitted securely. Assembling the Printer...
  • Page 22 Note: Make sure the tab is pushed down and flush with the Imaging Cartridge. Otherwise, you cannot close the front cover or cover A. 6. Slowly pull the clear seal all the way out with firm, even force. Caution: Be sure you install the Imaging Cartridge in the printer before removing the protective strip from the cartridge, as shown above.
  • Page 23 7. Release the front cover; it closes automatically. 8. Close cover A by pushing it up and into the printer. latch Caution: Never transport the printer while the Imaging Cartridge is installed. Assembling the Printer...

  • Page 24: Installing The Options

    Installing the Options You can install the memory module, ROM module, Hard Disk Drive, Interface Card, Duplex Unit, Face-up Tray, Multibin Unit, Finisher Stapler, and Envelope Feeder to the printer. See the installation instructions for the option you want to install. Follow the instructions that correspond to the option you need to install.
  • Page 25 Note: The total printer memory is the standard 64 MB plus all installed DIMM. For example, if you install a 32 MB DIMM, the total printer memory is 96 MB. However, if you install two 128 MB DIMMs, the total available printer memory is still indicated as 256 MB though the installed memory is more than 256 MB.
  • Page 26 4. Slots for memory modules are located as shown below. SLOT S0 SLOT S1 SLOT S2 5. Pull the clips on each side of SLOT S1 outward. 6. Hold the memory module above SLOT S1 with the following orientation, then push it down into SLOT S1. Do not apply too much force.
  • Page 27 7. On the right side, push the bottom corner of the memory module until the clip comes up. 8. On the left side, push the bottom corner of the memory module until the clip comes up to clamp the memory module securely.

  • Page 28: Hard Disk Drive

    11. Push the plate down into place. 12. Tighten the two screws that you loosened earlier. 13. Gently replace the top cover until it clicks shut. Hard Disk Drive Follow the instructions below to install the Hard Disk Drive (C82377 ). 1.

  • Page 29: Rom Module

    3. Tighten the three screws with a screwdriver. 4. Follow steps 10 through 13 in “Memory Module” on page 18 to complete the procedure. ROM Module Follow the instructions below to install the Adobe PostScript 3 Kit ROM module (C83235 ). 1.

  • Page 30: Interface Cards

    3. Hold the ROM module oriented as shown below, then push the ROM module into SLOT A evenly until the button comes 4. Follow steps 10 through 13 in “Memory Module” on page 18 to complete the procedure. Interface Cards This section describes how to install the optional interface cards listed below.
  • Page 31 The twinax interface is compatible with the following IBM systems: AS-400, System 36, 5251 (model 12), System 34, System 38, and 5294. When equipped with the EPSON twinax interface, the printer can be used in place of the following IBM...

  • Page 32: Duplex Unit

    3. With the component side of the optional interface card facing up, slide the interface card into the grooves of the interface slot as shown below. Push the card firmly to lock it into place. 4. Secure the interface card with the two retaining screws. Duplex Unit This unit allows you to print on both sides of paper automatically.
  • Page 33 Caution: Open the inner tray and remove the protective insert; otherwise, the printer will not function properly. 2. Lift the Duplex Unit with both hands, and face the left side of the printer. 3. Lower the unit to insert the two matching hooks into the slots in the MP tray’s holder.
  • Page 34 4. Attach the second hook on the right side to the rod until you hear a click. 5. Grasp the strap on the left side of the unit and insert the hook at the end of the strap into the slot as shown below. Installing the Options...
  • Page 35 6. Close the Duplex Unit until it clicks. 7. After removing the protective cover from the cord, plug the cord of the Duplex Unit into the appropriate connector at the back of the printer. Installing the Options...

  • Page 36: Face-Up Tray (Without The Duplex Unit Installed)

    Face-up Tray (without the Duplex Unit installed) Installation procedures differ depending on whether the optional Duplex Unit is installed. Follow the instructions below if you will not install the optional Duplex Unit on your printer. 1. Unpack the Face-up Tray and remove all protective materials. Make sure the contents of the package match the items on the Packing list.
  • Page 37 3. Insert and tighten the two finger screws included with the Face-up Tray as shown below. 4. Attach the frame to the tray with the two remaining screws. Installing the Options...
  • Page 38 5. Hook the top edge of the Face-up Tray around the metal bar to attach the tray to the printer. 6. Lower the Face-up Tray. Note: To use the Face-up Tray, set Face-up Enable to On in the SelecType Setup menu after setting up and turning on the printer. See “Face- up Printing”...
  • Page 39 To temporarily remove the Face-up Tray, lift and tilt it upward. Installing the Options...

  • Page 40: Face-Up Tray (With The Duplex Unit Installed)

    Face-up Tray (with the Duplex Unit installed) Installation procedures differ depending on whether the optional Duplex Unit is installed. Follow the instructions below if you will install both the Face-up Tray and the optional Duplex Unit. 1. Unpack the Face-up Tray and remove all protective materials. Make sure the contents of the package match the items on the packing list.
  • Page 41 3. Attach the cover to the printer using the two finger screws included with the Face-up Tray. 4. Holding the hook as shown below, attach it to the printer by sliding it into the slot. Installing the Options...
  • Page 42 5. To attach the tray, hook the slots on both sides of the Face-up Tray to the corresponding pegs. 6. Lower the Face-up Tray. Note: To use the Face-up Tray, set Face-up Enable to On in the SelecType Setup menu after setting up and turning on the printer.

  • Page 43: Multibin Unit

    Multibin Unit This unit can be used as a mailbox, a sorter, a multiple sorter, or a large capacity stacker. To install the Multibin unit, follow the instructions below. Note: This unit cannot be installed at the same time as the Finisher Stapler. Install the memory module, ROM module and Hard Disk Drive before you install the Multibin Unit.
  • Page 44 1. Open the box from the top. Without removing the Multibin Unit, remove all other parts and protective materials from the box. Make sure the contents of the package match the items on the included document. Installing the side brackets 1.
  • Page 45 3. Insert one of the included screws shown above into the hole in the side bracket and tighten. 4. Remove the protective cover from the remaining side bracket, then repeat steps 2 and 3 to install the side bracket to the left side of the printer.
  • Page 46 3. Remove the protective material from the top pin. Installing the Multibin Unit 1. Pull away the four clips from the box, then lift the box up. Installing the Options...
  • Page 47 2. After you remove the box, the Multibin Unit remains on the floor as shown below. Remove the protective material just before installing the unit on the printer. 3. Grasp the Multibin Unit at the solid areas shown below. top view grip Caution: Do not support the unit at the areas marked with an X above...
  • Page 48 4. Lift the unit and align the pole on the Multibin Unit with the pole of the top bracket as shown below. 5. Lower the Multibin Unit until the plate on the Multibin Unit is slightly higher than the top of the pin on the top bracket. Installing the Options...
  • Page 49 6. Push the Multibin Unit horizontally into the pole on the top bracket as shown below. 7. Lower the Multibin Unit until the pin fits completely into the hole on the plate. 8. Make sure the bottom part of the unit is set above and parallel with the printer.
  • Page 50 Locking the Multibin Unit 1. Remove the protective tape as shown below. 2. Open cover D and detach the grip from the inside. To detach the grip, push the button near the side of the grip, lower the grip a little, then pull it away from the Multibin Unit. Installing the Options...
  • Page 51 3. Attach the grip on the opposite side of the Multibin Unit. To do this, align the grip’s metal bracket with the slot in the top bracket, then insert the grip into the hollow on the side of the Multibin Unit. Push in until it clicks. Note: Be sure to lock the Multibin Unit by attaching the grip as explained above.
  • Page 52 After installing 1. Open cover D and remove all protective materials inside and outside the Multibin Unit. 2. Attach the sheet stopper by inserting its two ends into the holes on the top and bottom bin. Installing the Options...

  • Page 53: Finisher Stapler

    3. Plug the cord of the Multibin Unit into the appropriate connector on the back of the printer. Finisher Stapler To install the Finisher Stapler to your printer, follow the instructions below. Note: The Finisher Stapler cannot be installed at the same time as the Multibin Unit.
  • Page 54 Installing the cover unit 1. Raise the cover unit flap. 2. Face the front of the printer and place the cover unit on the top left side of the printer. Make sure the lip on the side of the cover is positioned under the connecting edge of the printer, as shown below.
  • Page 55 3. Align the connecting tabs on the cover unit with the corresponding slots on the edge of the printer as shown below. Then gently pull the cover towards the left side of the printer until it clicks into place. 4. Make sure the switch is exposed and parallel to the floor as shown below.
  • Page 56 Preparing the brackets and guide rail 1. Make sure you install the bracket with the "V" shaped edge seal facing up. 2. Attach the bracket to the printer by inserting the two finger screws into the holes as shown and screwing them in. Installing the Options...
  • Page 57 3. Slide the guide rail under the center of the printer as far as it will go, as shown below. Make sure the guide rail is parallel to the front of the printer. 4. At the left side of the printer, align the bracket with the third hole from the front, lift it over the printer’s plastic cover panel, and insert its tab into the hole.
  • Page 58 5. At the right side of the printer, align the bracket with the third hole from the front and firmly push it upwards between the printer’s plastic cover panel and frame until it clicks into place. 6. Hold the paper transport parallel to the ground and unfold the two brackets under the edge nearest to the printer by pulling on the tabs.
  • Page 59 Connecting the Finisher Stapler 1. Bring the Finisher Stapler towards the printer until its power cord and connector cable can easily reach the printer. Caution: Be careful not to tip over the Finisher Stapler when moving 2. Fully extend the guide rail attached underneath the printer and align it with the guide rail slot under the Finisher Stapler.
  • Page 60 3. Pass the Finisher Stapler power cord behind the bracket and plug it into the printer as shown below. 4. Connect the Finisher Stapler connector cables to the rear of the printer as shown below. Installing the Options...
  • Page 61 5. Make sure the guide rail is firmly inserted into the guide rail slot at the base of the Finisher Stapler. Insert the finger screw into the hole at the end of the guide rail and hand tighten it as shown below. Installing the Options...
  • Page 62 6. Connect the Finisher Stapler with the printer by aligning the pins on the left-hand edge of the paper transport with the holes on the top edge of the cover unit, then lock the rear wheels on the Finisher Stapler. 7.

  • Page 63: Envelope Feeder

    Envelope Feeder To install the Envelope Feeder, you must remove the MP tray first. 1. Unpack the Envelope Feeder and remove all protective materials. 2. Remove the MP tray by lifting it slightly and pulling it out toward you. The MP tray does not detach easily; use sufficient force to pull it away from the printer.

  • Page 64: Testing And Connecting The Printer

    Testing and Connecting the Printer Plugging in the printer 1. Make sure the power switch on the top of the printer is turned off, as shown below. 2. Insert the power cord into the AC inlet at the back of the printer.

  • Page 65: Testing The Printer

    Testing the printer To test whether the printer is set up correctly, print a status sheet. The status sheet contains information about the printer and the installed options, including the current settings. To print a status sheet, follow the steps below. Loading paper 1.

  • Page 66: Printing A Status Sheet

    Printing a status sheet 1. Turn the power switch at the front of the printer on. The lights and the display messages are changed in the following order: All lights come on once and then turn off. The display shows ROM check.

  • Page 67: Connecting To The Computer

    However, if you install two 128 MB DIMMs, the total available printer memory is still indicated as 256 MB though the installed memory is more than 256 MB. If the installed option’s name is not listed on the status sheet, make sure the cables connecting the options to the printer are connected securely.
  • Page 68 Note: Use only a shielded, twisted-pair parallel cable. parallel interface connector 3. Secure the connector by pushing the two wire clips together until they lock in place on both sides of the connector. 4. Connect the other end of the cable to your computer, and fasten it as required.

  • Page 69: After This

    After This... What to do next After completing the hardware setup, check the following items. Have your network administrator refer to the Administrator’s Guide to make network settings. Also see the Administrator’s Guide for instructions on installing printer software. Attach the included small box to the front of the printer. Keep the Quick Reference in this box for help on understanding printer messages, the control panel, clearing paper jams, and replacing the Imaging Cartridge or Staple Cartridge Refill.

  • Page 70: System Requirements For The Online Guide

    System Requirements for the Online Guide For Windows System Windows 95, 98, Windows NT 4.0, Windows 3.1, or NT 3.51 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)

  • Page 71: Installing Microsoft Internet Explorer

    ® ® ® ® 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.

  • Page 72: For Macintosh

    For Macintosh 1. Insert the printer driver CD-ROM in your CD-ROM drive. 2. Double-click the Internet Explorer folder. 3. Find the Internet Explorer 4.5 icon and follow the instructions on the screen. After This...

  • Page 73: Safety Information

    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.

  • Page 74: Cdrh Regulations

    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 CDRH regulations and must be attached to laser products marketed in the United States.

  • Page 75: Ozone Safety

    Ozone safety 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. Ozone exposure limit The recommended exposure limit for ozone is 0.02 parts per million (ppm) expressed as an average time-weighted concentration over an eight (8) hour period.

  • Page 76: Energy Star Compliance

    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.
  • Page 77 Green and yellow—Earth Blue—Neutral Brown—Live If you need to fit a plug: As the colours of the mains lead of this appliance may not match any coloured markings used to identify the terminals in a plug, please proceed as follows: The green and yellow wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or the Earth symbol ( G).
  • Page 78 Safety Information...

  • Page 79: Index

    Index ROM module, 23 Interface Card, 24 Assembling the printer, 6 Large Capacity Paper Unit CDRH regulations, 68 installing, 6 Connecting to the computer, 61 Laser printer precautions, 1 Laser safety, 67 Laser safety labels, 68 Loading paper, 59 Duplex, 26 Memory module, 18 Eenergy star, 70 Microsoft ®...
  • Page 80 Printing status sheet, 60 ROM module, 23 Safety information, 67 Safety instructions, 1, 3 Status sheet, 60 System Requirements, 64 Testing the printer, 59 Index...

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