DIGITAL COLOR PRINTER MODEL CP3800DW User’s Manual
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Introduction Thank you for purchasing this device. This document explains the handling and operation required to use this printer. Please read this document well before use. ■About the symbols The symbols shown have the following meanings: Caution Accidents caused by failure to heed the warnings accompanying this symbol could lead to physical injury or property damage. Cautions for Set-up ･ Prior to operation, read “Safety Guide” carefully and observe the rules therein.
●American, Canadian Users Cord set No INQ.1417 Parts number Rating Acquired Standard No Plug CAT-009 125V 13A UL:E69228 CSA:LL93534 Cord SJT 1.25mm2 3G UL:E69167 CSA:LL97391 LL92902 LL42379 Connector EF-28 125V 13A UL:E69228 CSA:LL93534 Cord set No 5-AB0638 Parts number Rating Acquired Standard No Plug KP-30 125V 13A UL: E118569 CSA: LR84390 Cord SJT 1.
English Hereby, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation declares that this CP3800DW is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Finnish Mitsubishi Electric Corporation vakuuttaa täten että CP3800DW tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen.
Italian Con la presente Mitsubishi Electric Corporation dichiara che questo CP3800DW è conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE. Spanish Por medio de la presente Mitsubishi Electric Corporation declara que el CP3800DW cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE.
Table of Contents Introduction ················································································································· 2 Cautions for Set-up···························································································· 2 Table of Contents ································································································ 6 Setting Up the Printer .............................................................................................
Setting Up the Printer Checking the Contents Please check that the printer and all accessories are included in the package. Printer Unit CD User's Manual Printer Driver Safety Guide Start-up Guide Paper Holder （Set in the printer） Power Cord×2 Europe,US ＊Remove wrapping before use Paper Cassette （Set in the printer） Ribbon Cassette （Set in the printer） CAUTION ･ When removing the printer from its package, carrying it, or moving it, be sure to use care.
Se Sett tting ng U p th tthe hee Pr Prin inte ter Setting Up Printer Names of Components [Front of Unit] LED Print Feed Out Power Switch Scrap Box Open Lever Platen Roller [Back of Unit] USB port Ventilation [Side of Unit] Power Plug Socket Ventilation CAUTION ･ Please be careful not to hurt yourself or damage anything on the edges of the printer.
Se Sett tting ng U p th tthe hee Pr P rinte interr Setting Up Printer Connecting the Power Cord 1. Make sure that the printer’s power switch is set to the OFF position. 2. Plug the cord connector end into the printer Power Plug Socket. 3. Plug the cord into the wall outlet. Connecting to the Computer 1. Make sure that both the printer and computer power switches are set to the OFF position. 2. Connect the USB cable to the printer and the computer. 3. Turn on the power.
Se Sett tting ng Up th tthe hee Pr Prin inte terr Setting Printer Paper and Ribbon Type 8inch Paper Width: 203mm Ribbon Width: 210mm CAUTION ･ Set the paper and ribbon without putting them directly on the work surface. Any dust or dirt could get inside the printer and adversely affect the print quality.
Se Sett tting ing Up th thee Pr Prin inte terr Setting Printer Setting the Media 1. Release the Open Lever, and pull out the mechanism unit. Open Lever 2. Open the Paper Release lever. Paper Release Lever 3. Remove the scrap box Scrap Box 4. Remove the entire paper cassette unit.
Se Sett tting ing Up th thee Pr Prin inte terr Setting Printer 5. Install the new roll of paper on the paper holder. When installing it, make sure there are no gaps between the paper and the holder. Make sure the paper is not sticking out. If the end of the roll is uneven (with paper sticking out), remove it from the holder, and flatten it. ○ No gaps × Check for uneven ends × 6. Set the paper holder into the paper cassette. (Set it firmly all the way in) Set the paper in the direction indicated below.
Se Sett tting ng U p th tthe hee Pr Prin inte ter Setting Up Printer 7. Remove the tape, and advance the roll as indicated by the arrow. Set the end of the paper about 5mm beyond the roller. When doing this, insert the paper straight along the seal. If it isn’t inserted straight, the paper will be crooked, which could cause white line on the edges of the print, ribbon wrinkles, and register slippage. Path of the paper As seen from above ○ × 8. Set the paper cassette into the printer.
Se Sett tting ing Up th thee Pr Prin inte terr Setting Printer 9. Turn the paper in the direction of the arrow. When it is advanced enough, the buzzer will beep, and the flashing LED (orange) will go out. It is easier to set if the paper is turned while securing the holder with one hand. 10. Set the scrap box, and close the cover. The printer will not operate without the scrap box.
11. Set the new ribbon into the ribbon cassette. Advance the ribbon in the direction of the arrow, and take up any slack. Se Sett tting ing Up th thee Pr Prin inte terr Setting Printer Take Up Supply Set it with the supply side in front. Supply side Set here 13.Close the mechanism unit. *When the mechanism unit is closed, the printer will run initialization (4 blank sheets will be fed out). However, if the power is turned ON after the paper is set, it won’t run the initialization.
Trouble-shooting Error Displays Power Ribbon Paper Error The flashing LED indicates the printer status LED display Status Power Ribbon Paper Solution Refer to Error Paper End *1 Ribbon End *1 Door is Open (no paper) Door is Open ● Put in a new roll of paper P.12 ● Put in a new roll of ribbon P.16 ● Set the paper properly and close the mechanism unit P.12 ● Close the mechanism unit P.16 No Scrap Box Paper Error ● Set the scrap box P.15 ● Free the paper, and reset it correctly P.
Tr T rouble uble-s -sho hooti oting ng Trouble-shooting Solving Media Errors 1. Pull out the mechanism unit. 2. Remove the ribbon cassette. a. If the paper is jammed: 1. Pull any paper remaining in the printer in the direction shown, and cut off any wrinkled or partially printed areas evenly with scissors. Printing over an already printed area will cause the ribbon to stick, and the paper will jam again. When pulling the paper out, pull it slowly. Application of too much force could damage the printer.
Tr T roub ouble le--sh shoo ooti tinngg Trouble-shooting 2. Remove the scrap box, and rewind the paper. 3. Cut off any partially printed, wrinkled, or otherwise inferior paper evenly with a pair of scissors, and reset the paper. If wrinkles or partially printed areas are left, it could cause the paper to jam again. Cutting the paper × ○ Then follow the methods as for setting the media.
Trouble-shooting b. If the ribbon is pulled into the mechanism: 1. Cut the ribbon. 2. Carefully remove any ribbon remaining in the mechanism. Any pieces of ribbon left inside the mechanism could affect print quality. In this case, clean the platen roller see P.22 3. Reattach the ribbon with cellophane (or similar) tape. Tape 4. Rotate the up-take ribbon several times until the tape is out of sight. Take care that there is no slack in the ribbon. Then, refer to a. If the paper is jammed.
Trouble-shooting c. If the printer is stopped in the middle of cutting: 1. Turn the power back ON. Free the jammed paper, and return the cutter blade to its ready position. If the jammed paper cannot be freed, please contact a service representative. 2. Remove any partially printed material from inside the mechanism unit. Then, refer to a. If the paper is jammed. d. If power is cut during printing: *If the power is cut during printing, you will not be able to pull out the mechanism unit. 1.
Cleaning Platen Roller If there is an indent on the pictures at a regular interval, or if the back of the picture (white side) is dirty, clean the platen roller. There may be dust, grime, adhesives, etc. from the ribbon or paper on the platen roller. 1. Prepare a piece of gauze or other soft cloth soaked in ethyl alcohol. Benzenes or thinners other than ethyl alcohol may permeate the resin, so they should not be used. 2. Wipe off any grime while turning the platen roller.
Specifications Model Print type Print mode Resolution Print size Print sheet Print time Ribbon type Interface Driver-compatible OS Dimensions Weight Power Power consumption Noise Operating Environment 8×4 8×5 8×6 8×8 8×10 A4 8×12 8×10 8×12 8×10 A4 8×12 CP3800DW Thermal dye sublimation transfer High-speed mode High quality mode 300×300dpi 300×600dpi 203×102mm 203×127mm 203×152mm 203×203mm 203×254mm 203×297mm 203×305mm 130 sheets 110 sheets Approx. 30 sec Approx. 40 sec Approx. 34 sec Approx.
Information on servicing the printer For questions regarding operation and servicing of the printer, contact the dealer where the printer was purchased, or consult at the following: MITSUBISHI DIGITAL ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC. 9351 Jeronimo Road, Irvine, CA 92618, U.S.A. Phone 949-465-6000 Mitsubishi Electric Europe B.V. UK Branch Travellers Lane, Hatfi eld, Herts. AL10 8XB, England, U.K.
