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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 the printer driver and options.
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Contents 1 Safety Instructions Laser Printer Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Warnings, Cautions, and Notes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 2 Assembling and Connecting the Printer Finding a Place for the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Loading Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 Installing the Printer Driver For Windows Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . For Macintosh Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Making Basic Driver Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . For Windows users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Testing the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1 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, trouble-free operation. w Warning: Be careful not to touch the fuser, which is marked CAUTION Hot Surface Avoid Contact. If the printer has been in use, the fuser can be very hot.
❏ Never force the printer’s components into place. Although the printer is designed to be sturdy, rough handling can damage it. ❏ When removing the developer cartridge, never touch the developing roller under the flap; otherwise, print quality will decline. ❏ Do not turn the cartridge upside down or stand it on its ends. ❏ When handling the cartridge, always set it on a clean, smooth surface. ❏ Do not attempt to modify or take the cartridge apart. It cannot be refilled.
❏ When removing or installing a photoconductor unit, protect the light-sensitive drum from exposure to light any longer than necessary. The light-sensitive drum is the green cylinder visible through the openings in the unit. Overexposing the drum might cause abnormally dark or light areas to appear on the printed page and may shorten the service life of the unit. ❏ Be careful not to scratch the surface of the drum.
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 10 or 16 amp circuit breaker. Note for German-speaking users: Bei Anschluss des Druckers an die Stromversorgung muss sichergestellt werden, dass die Gebäudeinstallation mit einer 10 A- oder 16 A-Sicherung abgesichert ist.
❏ Connect your printer to the correct power supply. Your printer’s power requirements are indicated on a label attached to the printer. If you are not sure of the power supply specifications in your area, contact your local power company or consult your dealer. ❏ If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact an electrician. ❏ Do not put your printer where the power cord will be stepped on. ❏ When using an extension cord, be careful not to exceed its recommended amperage limit.
❏ Unplug this printer from the wall outlet and refer servicing to a qualified service representative under the following conditions: A. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. B. If liquid has been spilled into the printer. C. If the printer does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed. D. If the printer has been dropped or the chassis has been damaged. E. If the printer exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.
2 Assembling and Connecting the Printer Finding a Place for the Printer ❏ Place your printer close enough to the computer or workstation for the printer cable to reach.
❏ Leave adequate room around the printer to allow easy operation and maintenance, and to ensure sufficient ventilation. The diagram below shows the minimum recommended amount of space. 100 mm 590 mm 300 mm 150 mm 100 mm 990 mm 320 mm 416 mm 600 mm 475 mm 547 mm ❏ If you install the optional 500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit, you will need an additional 125 mm (4.9 inches) in height. If you install the optional Face-up Tray, you will need an additional 150 mm (5.
c Caution: ❏ Never place the printer on a stand that is narrower than the printer’s width as this may damage the printer. ❏ Avoid locations that are subject to direct sunlight, extreme temperatures, moisture, or dust. ❏ Place the printer where the power cord can be easily unplugged. ❏ Avoid using an electrical outlet that is controlled by wall switches or automatic timers. Accidental disruption of power may erase valuable information in your computer’s or printer’s memory.
Loading Paper Follow the steps below to load paper into the MP (Multi Purpose) tray: 1. Insert the MP tray into the slot at the front of the printer and push it all the way in.
2. Fan a stack of paper (up to 150 sheets), and align the edges by tapping the stack on a flat surface. With the paper’s printable side facing upward, place the stack into the tray. Slide the paper guides against the sides of the stack. Note: ❏ To widen the paper guides, you have to press on the lever of the right paper guide while sliding it outwards. ❏ Load letterheads printable side up and with the letterhead portion at the top.
3. Place the cover on the MP tray to protect against dust and to allow manual-feed printing, as shown below. 4. Raise the output tray and lift up the paper support on the top to prevent paper from falling off the edge.
Note: The printer’s default paper size setting is A4 or Letter, depending on the country of purchase. If you are printing on a different paper size from the default, you need to change the printer’s Paper Size setting in the printer driver. Attaching the Power Cord Follow the steps below to connect your printer to an electrical outlet: 1. Make sure the printer is turned off. It is off when the N side of the power switch on the left side of the printer is pushed in.
2. Insert the power cord into the back of the printer and plug the other end into a properly grounded electrical outlet. Connecting to the Computer Your printer comes with two standard interface connectors, parallel and USB. Parallel interface for PCs Follow the steps below to connect the printer to your computer through the parallel interface. You need a shielded, twisted-pair parallel cable. 1. Make sure that both the printer and the computer are turned off.
2. Plug the cable connector securely into the printer’s parallel interface connector. Then squeeze the wire clips together until they lock into place on both sides. If your cable has a ground wire, connect it to the ground connector located below the interface connector. Ground connector 3. Plug the other end of the cable into the computer’s parallel interface connector. If there is a ground wire at the computer end of the cable, connect it to the ground connector at the back of the computer.
1. Plug the appropriate end of the cable into the USB port on the back of the printer, as shown below. (The end that fits the printer has a different shape from the end that fits the computer.) 2. Connect the other end of the cable to the computer’s USB port. Testing the Printer Connection To confirm that the printer is connected properly and operating normally, print a status sheet from the control panel.
2. Turn on the printer as shown below. It is on when the | side of the power switch is pushed in. Note: The On Line indicator light on the control panel flashes to show that the printer is warming up. 3. When the printer is online (On Line indicator light is on solid), simultaneously press the Alt and Form Feed buttons. The printer starts printing a status sheet. 4. Check that the printer has printed the status sheet clearly.
3 Installing the Options 500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit The optional 500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit (C81336✽) gives you a second paper source, in addition to the MP tray. Installing Follow the instructions below to install the 500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit: 1. Be sure that the printer’s power cord is not plugged in, and that none of the interface cables are connected.
2. Make sure the printer and the 500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit are facing the same way. Lift the printer and align the pins on the cassette unit with the holes on the bottom of the printer. Then, lower the printer until it rests securely on the cassette unit. To verify that the 500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit is correctly installed, print a status sheet. See “Testing the Printer Connection” on page 16.
Face-up Tray The printer normally outputs paper face-down on top of the printer. If you want face-up output, you can install the optional Face-up Tray (C81337✽). This tray gives you immediate viewing of your printed output and is recommended for printing on media that require a straight-through paper path, such as labels and transparencies. Installing Follow the instructions below to attach the Face-up Tray to the printer: 1. Be sure that the printer is not plugged in.
2. Attach the Face-up Tray by sliding the mounting pins into the corresponding holes, one at a time. Do not force both sides in at once.
Note: The printer is factory set for face-down output. To output onto the optional Face-up Tray, push down the paper path selector at the rear right of the printer, as shown in the illustration below. Memory Module By installing a Dual In-line Memory Module (DIMM), you can increase printer memory up to 256 MB (standard 16 MB plus optional 32, 64, 128, 256 MB). You may want to add additional memory if you are having difficulty printing complex or graphicsintensive pages.
❏ SDRAM type ❏ Capacity of 32, 64, 128, or 256 MB ❏ 168-pin type, 64 bit, with SPD ❏ Access speed of 66.66 MHz or higher (15 ns or less) ❏ Height of less than 40 mm Installing Follow the instructions below to install a DIMM into the printer: w Warning: To avoid electrical shock, do not attempt to install a DIMM unless the printer is turned off. 1. Make sure that the printer is not plugged in. 2. Press the latch on the left side of the printer, and raise the printer cover.
3. Face the right side of the printer, and using a crosshead screwdriver, remove the two screws holding the side cover in place. Pull the side cover off toward you. Note: Be careful to avoid dropping screws into the printer when removing them. It may be helpful to use a magnetic screwdriver.
4. Identify the slot into which the DIMM is to be installed—the long slot with the two clips at the ends. Make sure that the clips are open (leaning away from the slot). This is the slot. Clips must be open. w c Warning: Avoid touching the electrical components that are exposed after you remove the side cover. These components may become hot while the printer is in use.
5. Insert and push the DIMM firmly into the slot, but without forcing it. Be sure that the ends of the DIMM engage the clips, so that the clips click closed over the ends as the DIMM snaps into place.
6. Set the side cover back into place. 7. Fasten the side cover with the two screws. 8. Gently close the printer cover.
To verify that memory is correctly installed, print a status sheet. See “Testing the Printer Connection” on page 16. If an incorrect amount of memory is shown on the status sheet, turn off the printer, unplug it, disconnect all interface cables, and then review the steps above to make sure you installed the DIMM correctly. If the amount of memory is still incorrect, contact your dealer or a qualified service representative for assistance.
3. Face the right side of the printer, and using a crosshead screwdriver, remove the two screws holding the side cover in place. Pull the side cover off toward you. Note: Be careful to avoid dropping screws into the printer when removing them. It may be helpful to use a magnetic screwdriver.
4. Identify the ROM slot. It is the black slot on the top. Insert and push the ROM module evenly into the slot until the button comes up.
5. Set the side cover back into place. 6. Fasten the side cover with the two screws. 7. Gently close the printer cover.
To verify that the ROM module is correctly installed, print a status sheet. See “Testing the Printer Connection” on page 16. If the ROM module is not listed under the Hardware Configurations section of the status sheet, turn off the printer, unplug it, disconnect all interface cables, and review the steps above to make sure you installed the module correctly. If the ROM module still does not show up in the status sheet, contact your dealer or a qualified service representative for assistance.
2. Remove the two screws that secure the interface slot cover and remove the cover. 3. Slide the interface card into the grooves of the interface slot, as shown below. Push the card in firmly to lock it into place.
4. Secure the interface card with the two retaining screws. 5. When you finish installing the option, plug in the power cable and reconnect the interface cables before turning the printer on. To verify that the optional interface card is correctly installed, print a status sheet. See “Testing the Printer Connection” on page 16.
4 Installing the Printer Driver The printer driver is provided on the “EPSON EPL-5800 Printer Software” CD-ROM shipped with your printer. It gives you control over your printer with Microsoft Windows Me/2000/98/ 95/3.1, Microsoft Windows NT® 4.0/3.51, or Mac OS 8.1 or later. With it, not only can you make basic printer settings like paper size and orientation, but also have access to a whole range of other options that will help you optimize the use of your printer.
Note: For floppy disk users, insert the disk into the floppy disk drive, double-click the My Computer icon and then the floppy disk drive icon. Double-click Setup.exe. 3. In the dialog box that appears, double-click Install Printer Driver/Utility, or select Install Printer Driver/Utility and then click the top arrow on the right. Note: If the EPSON Installation Program screen does not appear, click Start and choose Run in Windows Me/200098/95 or Windows NT 4.
4. In the dialog box that appears, select EPSON EPL-5800 Advanced and click OK. This automatically installs the printer driver. 5. If you are running Windows 95/3.1 or NT 4.0/3.51, proceed to the next step. If you are running Windows Me or 98, follow the on-screen instructions that ask you to turn the printer on. If you are running Windows 2000 through parallel interface, click the Stop serching button. The printer port configuration starts automatically.
Note: For printers connected through the USB interface, the USB device driver installation starts automatically at this point. If a dialog box appears asking whether you wish to restart your computer, click Yes. After restarting the computer, you need to check your printer port configuration. See “Ensuring that the USB driver is installed correctly in Windows” later in this section. 6. When installation is complete, click OK.
2. Click the printer icon, and select Properties from the File menu.
3. In Windows Me or 98, click the Details tab and make sure that EPUSB1: (EPSON EPL-5800) is displayed in the Print to the following port list box. In Windows 2000, click Ports tab and make sure that USB001 is selected. Note: If the correct port is not displayed, see “Troubleshooting” in the Reference Guide.
For Macintosh Users Your computer must meet the following requirements to use the Macintosh driver included with the printer: ❏ 6 MB of free hard disk space ❏ The computer must be running Mac OS 8.1 or later.* * To turn off QuickDraw GX, first make sure the Caps Lock key is unlocked. Then, while holding down the spacebar, restart your Macintosh. The Extensions Manager will open. Clear the QuickDraw GX check box, then close the Extensions Manager.
4. The printer driver has to be installed into the drive that contains the system software. Check that the Install Location box displays the correct drive. Click Install. 5. Click Continue in the dialog box that appears. 6. When a message appears informing you that the installation has finished, click Restart to complete the installation. Selecting your printer in the Chooser After you have installed the printer driver, you need to open the Chooser to select your printer.
1. Select Chooser from the Apple menu. Click your printer’s icon and then click the port your printer is connected to. 2. Click the Background Printing radio buttons to turn background printing on or off. Note: ❏ Background printing must be turned on for the EPSON Status Monitor 3 to manage print jobs. ❏ When background printing is on, you can use your Macintosh while it is preparing a document for printing. 3. Close the Chooser.
Making Basic Driver Settings Before you start printing, you should make sure the driver settings match your document requirements. While many Windows applications override the printer settings made in the printer driver when it is accessed directly from the operating system, some do not.
5. Select the paper size you loaded into the printer from the Paper Size setting. If you don’t see your paper size on the list, use the arrow on the right to scroll through the list. 6. Select Portrait or Landscape orientation. The direction of printing changes according to the orientation you select. 7. Select the paper source. The available options are Auto Selection, MP Tray, and Lower Cassette (if the optional 500Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit is installed). 8.
2. Turn on the printer as shown below. It is on when the | side of the power switch is pushed in. Note: The On Line indicator light on the control panel flashes to show that the printer is warming up. 3. Make sure that your computer is turned on and that Windows is running. 4. Click Start, point to Settings and click Printers. 5. Right-click the icon of your printer, and click Properties. 6. Click the Optional Settings tab and then click the Status Sheet button. The printer starts printing a status sheet.
Note: ❏ If you installed an optional memory module of 128 MB or less, “Installed Memory” should show the total memory size (16 MB standard plus the size of the optional module). However, if you installed a 256 MB optional memory module, the status sheet would only show 256 MB, the maximum accessible memory size. ❏ If the status sheet does not correctly show your installed options, check the options again to make sure they are connected securely to the printer.
Note: ❏ If you installed an optional memory module of 128 MB or less, “Installed Memory” should show the total memory size (16 MB standard plus the size of the optional module). However, if you installed a 256 MB optional memory module, the status sheet would only show a size of 256 MB, the maximum accessible memory size. ❏ If the status sheet does not correctly show your installed options, check the options again to make sure they are connected securely to the printer.
5 After This... What to do Next After completing the hardware setup and the driver installation, see the Reference Guide for detailed information about your printer’s functions, maintenance, troubleshooting, technical specifications and optional products. Using the Online Guide It contains detailed instructions on how to use the printer, and information on installing and using optional products.
System requirements For Windows System CPU Windows Me/2000/98/95, or Windows NT 4.0 Pentium 150 MHz processor (for Windows Me) i486/66 MHz (for Windows 98) (Pentium or better recommended) i486/25 MHz (for Windows 95 / NT 4.0) (Pentium or better recommended) Pentium 133 MHz for Windows 2000 Memory 16 MB RAM for Windows 98, 95, and NT 4.
6 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.
Denmark Advarsel Usynlig laserstråling ved åbning, når sikkerhedsafbrydere er ude af funktion. Undgå udsættelse for stråling. Klasse 1 laser produkt der opfylder IEC60825 sikkerheds kravene. Finland and Sweden EPL-5800 on lasertoiminen sivukirjoitin. Laserista ei aiheudu käyttäjälle vaaraa, kun kirjoitinta käytetään käyttäohjeiden mukaisesti. Laserin aiheuttama säteily jää kokonaisuudessaan suojarakenteiden sisäpuolelle, eikä lasersäde pääse laitteen ulkopuolelle sit käytettäessä.
Norway Advarsel Dersom apparatet brukes på annen måte enn spesifisert i denne bruksanvisning, kan brukeren utsettes for unsynlig laserstråling som overskrider grensen for laser klasse 1. Dette er en halvleder laser. Maksimal effeckt til laserdiode er 5 mW og bølgelengde er 770-810 nm. 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.
Laser safety labels w Warning: The use of controls, or the performance of procedures other than those specified in this guide may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Your printer is a Class 1 laser product as defined in IEC 60825 specifications. The label shown below is attached in countries where required. Internal laser radiation Maximum Radiation Power: 0.
An additional laser warning label is affixed to the inside of the printer, as shown below. 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 0.1 parts per million (ppm) expressed as an average time-weighted concentration over an eight (8) hour period. The EPL-5800 laser printer generates less than 0.
❏ Do not use more than one laser printer in a confined area (see “Ozone exposure limit” above) ❏ Do not use your printer in conditions of extremely low humidity ❏ Do not use your printer in a room with poor ventilation ❏ Avoid long, continuous printing in any of the conditions mentioned above Printer location The printer should be located so that the exhaust gases and generated heat are: ❏ Not blown directly into the user’s face ❏ Vented directly out of the building whenever possible ENERGY STAR Complianc
For United Kingdom Users Use of options Epson (UK) Limited shall not be liable for 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 the rating plate for voltage and check that the appliance voltage corresponds to the supply voltage.
If damage occurs to the plug, replace the cord set or consult a qualified electrician. Replace fuses only with a fuse of the correct size and rating.
Index Numerics 500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit, installing, 18 A Assembling the printer, 7 C CDRH regulations, 53 Connecting the printer, 7 Connecting to the computer parallel interface, 14 USB interface, 15 D Driver basic settings, 44 installing (Macintosh), 41 installing (Windows), 35 E ENERGY STAR Compliance, 56 F Face-up Tray, installing, 20 I Installing 500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit, 18 Face-up Tray, 20 interface cards, 32 memory module, 22 printer driver, 35 ROM module, 28 Interface p
Parallel interface, 14 Power cord, attaching, 13 Printer driver installing (Macintosh), 41 installing (Windows), 35 Printing a status sheet for Macintosh, 47 for Windows, 45 R ROM module, installing, 28 S Safety information laser safety, 51 ozone, 55 Safety instructions, 4 Status sheet printing from the control panel, 16 printing from the printer driver, 45 T Testing the printer, 16, 45 U United Kingdom users, 57 USB connection, 15 ensuring that the USB driver is installed correctly, 38 60 Index
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