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ii TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Trademarks The following are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Other product names mentioned in this manual may also be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Registered trademarks are registered in the United States Patent and Trademark Office; some trademarks may also be registered in other countries. TallyGenicom, the TallyGenicom logo, are registered trademarks of TallyGenicom.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Chapter 1 Unpacking and Installing Your Printer iii How This Manual is Organized This manual consists of 7 chapters and 5 appendices as follows: Chapter 1 Unpacking and Installing Your Printer Describes a suitable location for your laser printer and how to unpack and install it. Be sure to read this chapter before setting up the printer..
iv TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual How This Manual is Organized Appendix D Frequently Used Ethernet Commands This appendix lists some of the most frequently-used commands of the Print Server command set. More information about the command set, including additional options, can be found in the Ethernet Network Interface Manual on the Electronic Library CD-ROM.
Contents Preface Welcome -2 Features -2 Standard Configurations -3 Base Configuration (for table-top use) -3 Extended Configuration (floor-standing) -4 Manual Conventions -5 Chapter 1 Unpacking and Installing Your Printer About this Chapter 1-2 Installation Precautions 1-2 Environment 1-2 Space requirements 1-2 Top View of Printer (standard configuration) 1-3 Top View of Printer (when options are installed) 1-3 Unpacking the Printer 1-4 Installing the EP Cartridge 1-6 Handling Precautions 1-6 For stand
vi TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Adding paper to the 500-sheet universal paper cassette 1-10 Connecting the Parallel Cable 1-14 Connecting the Ethernet Cable 1-15 Connecting the Power Cord 1-15 Turning the Printer On 1-17 Selecting a Display Language 1-17 Installing Printer Drivers 1-18 Installing Printer Drivers and other Software for UNIX and Windows 1-18 Installing Printer Drivers for MacOS 1-19 Printing a Configuration Summary 1-19 Printing a Test Page 1-21 Printing PCL and PostScript
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual vii Media Sizes Supported 3-4 Media Types supported 3-5 Paper Orientation 3-6 Paper Orientation in Trays 1, 2, or 3 3-6 Paper Orientation in Tray 4 3-6 Paper Orientation in Tray 5 3-7 Top View of Long Edge Feeds 3-7 Paper and Envelope Orientation in the Bypass Feeder 3-8 3-8 Long and Short Edge Duplex Binding in Portrait and Landscape Orientations 3-9 Long Edge Duplex Bind in Portrait Orientation 3-9 Short Edge Duplex Bind in Portrait Orientation 3-9 Long Edge
viii TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Navigating the Control Panel Menus 4-4 Menu Structure 4-6 Job Library 4-7 Job Accounting 4-8 Paper Menu 4-9 Interface Menu 4-12 PS Menu 4-15 PCL Menu 4-16 System Menu 4-19 Quality Menu 4-21 Functions Menu 4-22 FLASH Menu 4-22 DISK Menu 4-23 Status Menu 4-24 Chapter 5 Printer Consumables, Cleaning and Maintenance About this Chapter 5-2 Replacing the EP Cartridge 5-2 Cautions on handling the EP cartridge 5-2 Cautions on storing the EP cartridge 5-2 When to
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual ix Daily Maintenance 5-28 Preparing the Printer for a Period of Extended Non-Use 5-28 Relocating the Printer 5-30 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting About this Chapter 6-2 Solving Printer Power-on Problems 6-2 Solving Print Quality Problems 6-3 Clearing Paper Jams 6-6 Clearing Paper Jams from Area A 6-6 Clearing Paper Jams from Area B 6-11 Clearing Paper Jams from Area C 6-12 Clearing Paper Jams from Area E 6-13 Clearing Paper Jams from Area F 6-13 Clearing Paper Jams
x TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Installing DRAM Memory DIMMS 7-2 Installing a FLASH DIMM Module 7-5 Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module 7-7 Operator Panel MENU Structure 7-8 Using the Disk Menu 7-9 Print 7-9 Delete 7-9 Format Disk 7-9 Disk Summary 7-9 Using the Flash Menu 7-9 Print 7-9 Delete 7-9 Format Flash 7-10 Flash Summary 7-10 Using the PCL and PostScript Power-On Files Feature 7-10 Power-on Files Defined 7-10 Using the FLASH SIMM or Hard Disk Option as a PostScript
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual xi Interpreter 7-41 Format 7-41 Serial Mode 7-41 Baud Rate 7-41 Data Bits 7-41 Stop Bits 7-41 Parity 7-41 DTR Ready/Busy 7-42 DTR On/Off 7-42 DTR Error 7-42 RTS Ready/Busy 7-42 RTS On/Off 7-42 RTS Error 7-42 XON Ready/Busy 7-42 XON On/Off 7-42 XON Error 7-43 DTR Polarity 7-43 RTS Polarity 7-43 Robust XON 7-43 Disabling the Serial Interface 7-43 Serial 7-43 References for OpenVMS users 7-43 RS-232C Serial Cable Pin Assignments 7-44 RS-422 Serial Cable Pin Assign
xii TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Location and Environment Precautions B-3 Fire, Smoke and Shock Precautions B-4 Paper Jam Precautions B-4 Regulatory Compliances B-5 Class B Equipment B-5 Class 1 Laser Device and CDRH Compliance B-5 Radio and Television Interference B-6 Appendix C Printing Font Summaries About this Appendix C-2 Printing a Font Summary C-2 PostScript Font Summary C-3 PostScript Font Summary (cont’d) C-4 PostScript Font Summary (cont’d) C-5 PostScript Font Summary (cont’d)
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual xiii User Publications E-6 Consumables E-6 May 04 Publication No.
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Preface In this Chapter . . . May 04 “Welcome” on page 2 “Features” on page 2 “Standard Configurations” on page 3 “Manual Conventions” on page 5 Publication No.
2 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Features Welcome Thank you for selecting the 45 PPM Laser Printer. In this manual you will find important information regarding operation and care of your printer. Please read this manual in its entirety and keep it at hand for later reference. Features Your laser printer comes with the following features.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Base Configuration (for table-top use) 3 Standard Configurations The 45 PPM Laser Printer can be ordered in the following two standard configurations: Base Configuration (for table-top use) Memory: 64 Mbytes RAM Memory Resolutions: 300 x 300 dpi and 600 x 600 dpi Paper Input: Two 500-sheet universal paper trays and one 50-sheet Multi-Purpose Bypass Feeder for paper, transparencies, envelopes, and other non-standard paper sizes Paper Output: One 500-shee
4 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Standard Configurations Extended Configuration (floor-standing) Memory: 64 Mbytes RAM Memory Resolutions: 300 x 300 dpi and 600 x 600 dpi Paper Input: Two 500-sheet universal paper trays and one 50-sheet Multi-Purpose Bypass Feeder Paper Output: One 500-sheet face down tray Interfaces: Bidirectional 1284 Parallel Port (Type-B); Ethernet 10/100BaseT Port Printer Languages: Adobe PostScript 3 and PCL6, PJL Paper Handling Options: Duplexer, High Ca
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Extended Configuration (floor-standing) 5 Manual Conventions NOTE: Notes contain tips, extra information, or important information that deserves emphasis or reiteration. Caution: Cautions present information that you need to know to avoid equipment damage, process failure, or extreme annoyance. Pay special attention to these sections and read them fully before operating the printer.
6 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Manual Conventions Publication No.
Chapter 1 Unpacking and Installing Your Printer In this Chapter . . .
1-2 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Installation Precautions About this Chapter Describes a suitable location for your laser printer and how to unpack and install it. Be sure to read this chapter before setting up the printer. Installation Precautions Before unpacking your laser printer, it is recommended that you read the following to assist locating a suitable spot for your new laser printer. To make optimum use of the printer, observe the following precautions when locating the printer.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 1-3 Space requirements Top View of Printer (standard configuration) 7.9 (200) 7.9 (200) 41.7 (1060) 14.3 (364) 18.1 (460) 42.7 (1084) Measurements in inches (mm) Top View of Printer (when options are installed) 7.9 (200) 24.8 (630) 39.4 (1000) 18.1 (460) 81.5 (2069) Measurements in inches (mm) May 04 Publication No.
1-4 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Unpacking the Printer Unpacking the Printer 1. Cut the shipping straps off the exterior carton. 2. Remove the four plastic inserts at the base of the shipping container by pulling on the tabs of each insert. Plastic inserts should be completely removed. 3. Lift the shipping carton up and away from the printer. 4. Remove the plastic bag and any shipping tapes affixed to the printer. Publication No.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 1-5 Space requirements 5. Refer to the cautions below on how to carry the printer. Then, with the assistance of another person, lift up the printer and place it on the floor. WARNING: 1) This printer is very heavy. The weight of the main unit without paper cassette, consumables, and paper is about 106 lbs (48kg). Never attempt to lift the printer by yourself. The printer should always be carried by two persons.
1-6 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Installing the EP Cartridge When you unpack the printer, make sure that all the items shown below are included. If any items are missing or damaged, contact your point of purchase. 45 PPM Laser Printer Installation Guide EP Cartridge Paper tray size labels The 45 PPM Laser Printer Electronic Library CD-ROM Power cord Printer main unit Installing the EP Cartridge Before installing the EP cartridge, see the following precautions.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 1-7 For standard configuration Toner is not harmful to the human body, but if some toner has come into contact with your skin, you can wash it off with warm water and soap. If toner gets on your clothing, you should try to immediately blow it off with compressed air. After removing the sealing tape, do not shake the EP cartridge. The drum shutter protects the photosensitive drum from external light. Do not open the drum shutter by hand.
1-8 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Installing the EP Cartridge properly freed by shaking the cartridge, a noise may be heard when turning on the printer and the EP cartridge may be damaged. 4. Open the front cover as indicated. WARNING: Never touch the fuser area (where a label indicating high temperature is located). Burns may result. Publication No.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 1-9 For standard configuration 5. While holding the orange handle with one hand, gently push the cartridge all the way into the printer. I CAUTION: Do not touch any parts inside the printer. Make sure the cartridge is seated properly. 1. Gently pull out the sealing tape in the direction of the arrow. NOTE: May 04 If the tape is pulled out at an angle, it may break. Publication No.
1-10 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Adding paper to the 500-sheet universal paper cassette 2. Close the front cover and the upper left cover. NOTE: When closing the upper left cover, do not use the latch on the cover. Instead, follow the instruction label on the cover and push the recommended location. Adding paper to the 500-sheet universal paper cassette 1. Pull out the cassette until it stops. Publication No.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 1-11 For standard configuration 2. Prepare a stack of paper. Make sure the tops of the sheets are properly aligned. NOTE: Do not use paper with creases or wrinkles. When using special paper, fan it before insertion. 3. Gently lift up the length guide, and slide it all the way until it stops. May 04 Publication No.
1-12 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Adding paper to the 500-sheet universal paper cassette 4. While pressing down the gray handle, slide the side guide all the way until it stops. 5. Align the four corners of the paper and place the paper in the cassette. The paper should enter easily between the guides. Make sure the paper does not get bent upwards by the guides. NOTE: Publication No. GEG-99197 Make sure the paper stack height does not exceed the paper limit mark.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 1-13 For standard configuration 6. Adjust the side guide to the paper width. NOTE: Adjust the guide to the paper size correctly; otherwise paper may not be transported correctly and may result in a paper jam. 7. Align the edges of the paper stack May 04 Publication No.
1-14 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Connecting the Parallel Cable 8. Adjust the length guide to the paper length. NOTE: Make sure the guide stopper is locked firmly in the guide hole on the bottom of the cassette. Adjust the guide to the paper size correctly otherwise paper may not be transported correctly and may result in a paper jam. 9. Insert a correct paper size label into the paper size slot on the cassette, then push the cassette all the way back into the printer until it latches.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 1-15 For standard configuration Connecting the Ethernet Cable 1. Attach appropriate cable to your Ethernet hub. 2. Attach the opposite end of the cable to the ethernet port on the printer. Connecting the Power Cord Connect the printer to an AC outlet as described below. WARNING: To prevent the risk of electric shock, never touch the power cord or plug with wet hands.
1-16 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Connecting the Power Cord 2. Verify that the power switch of the printer is set to the [O] (off) position then insert the plug of the power cord into the AC outlet. 3. Connect the power cord to the outlet. Publication No.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 1-17 For standard configuration Turning the Printer On Set the power switch to the [I] position to turn on the printer.
1-18 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Installing Printer Drivers 1. From the Ready status, press MENU, the control panel display will read: Menu Paper 2. Press PREVIOUS or NEXT until the display reads: Menu System Menu 3. Press SELECT, the display will read: System Menu Factory Defaults 4. Press NEXT or PREVIOUS until the display reads: System Menu Display Language 5. Press SELECT, the display will read: System Menu English 6.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 1-19 Installing Printer Drivers for MacOS The UnixSW folder contains UNIX Printing Software, which is an enhanced print filter and network socket driver that allows you to take advantage of all of the printing features of your printer. Refer to the INSTSALL.PDF file included in this folder for more information about installing and using Gentian UNIX Printing Software.
1-20 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Printing a Configuration Summary Publication No.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 1-21 Installing Printer Drivers for MacOS Printing a Test Page Your printer can print a test page that lists the indicates, grey scale, resolution settings, page counter, and other relevant information about your printer. To print a Test Page, follow these steps: 1. From the Ready status, press MENU, the control panel display will read: Menu Paper Menu 2. Press PREVIOUS or NEXT until the display reads: Menu Functions 3.
1-22 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Printing PCL and PostScript Font Lists Printing PCL and PostScript Font Lists Your printer has the capability of printing lists of all installed PCL or PostScript fonts. To print a Font List, follow these steps: 1. From the Ready status, press MENU, the control panel display will read: Menu Paper Menu 2. Press PREVIOUS or NEXT until the display reads: Menu Functions Publication No.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 1-23 Installing Printer Drivers for MacOS 3. Press SELECT, the display will read: Functions Reset Printer 4. Press NEXT or PREVIOUS until the display reads: Functions Print Fonts 5. Press SELECT, the display will read: Print Fonts PCL Fonts NOTE: You may toggle between PCL Fonts and Postscript Fonts using the PREVIOUS or NEXT push-buttons. 6. Press SELECT. A multi page resident Font List will print.
1-24 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Turning the Printer Off Publication No.
Chapter 2 Printer and Options Parts and Functions In this Chapter . . . May 04 “About this Chapter” on page 2-2 “Main Unit” on page 2-2 “Options” on page 2-6 Publication No.
2-2 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Main Unit About this Chapter Describes the parts of the printer and paper handling options and their functions. A discussion of the paper path is also included. Also describes all available options and consumables for your printer and their respective part numbers. Main Unit Front view Publication No. GEG-99197 1 Paper output tray Collects printed sheets, face down. 2 Paper stopper Stops printed sheets so that they are collected properly.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 2-3 Rear View NOTE: 9 Lower left cover Access area for clearing paper jam. 10 Upper left cover Open this cover to clear paper jam or when replacing the EP cartridge. The upper left cover can be closed only when the EP cartridge is installed in the printer. Do not close it when the EP cartridge is not inside the printer. Rear View May 04 1 DUPLEXER connector Connects to the optional duplexer.
2-4 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Main Unit Operation Panel Display Shows error messages and other status information. Refer to ”Chapter 4 Understanding and Navigating the Control Panel Menus” for a detailed discussion about using the LCD display and push-buttons of the control panel. Controller 2 3 1 Optional Network Interfaces 2 Parallel Port 3 Ethernet Reset Switch 4 LED ON - 100BaseT Connection active OFF - 10BaseT Connection active Publication No.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 2-5 Inside the Printer 5 LED ON - Indicates Ethernet connection is active. 6 RJ45 Ethernet Port Inside the Printer 1 Fuser Fixes toner onto the paper 2 EP Cartridge The integrated cartridge contains the toner and the photosensitive drum. WARNING: The fuser becomes very hot in operation. If you have to access the fuser area, turn the power off and wait at least 40 minutes before removing the drum cartridge and touching the fuser section.
2-6 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Options Options The above illustration show the printer with the standard cassette feeders, duplexer, and face-up tray installed. 1 Duplexer For printing on both sides of a sheet. 2 Duplexer latch Lift to replace the EP cartridge or remove jammed paper 3 High Capacity Feeder (HCF) unit (Trays 3, 4, 5) Contains 3 cassettes for high volume paper input. Publication No.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 2-7 Inside the Printer The above illustration shows the printer with the envelope feeder installed. 5 Envelope feeder The optional envelope feeder can be hold up to about 100 envelopes. The above illustration shows the printer with the Finisher/Stapler unit installed. 6 May 04 Finisher/Stapler unit High capacity finisher (stacker) and stapler for automatic stapling of printed sheets. Publication No.
2-8 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Options NOTE: Additional options such as network interfaces, memory DIMMs, consumables and user publications are available for your printer. For a complete list of available options, part numbers and ordering information see ”Appendix E TallyGenicom Customer Support and Part Numbers” . Publication No.
Chapter 3 Understanding Paper, Paper Paths, Paper Delivery and Paper Loading In this Chapter . . .
3-2 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Paper About this Chapter Provides information on paper qualities, paper size requirements, paper paths, paper output delivery and loading of paper in your printer and options. Paper To obtain good print quality, only use the recommended paper. In choosing paper other than the recommended ones, use the following tables as guidance. Using paper other than that recommended may cause paper jam and other printer problems.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 3-3 Main unit Main unit Paper Source Tray 1 Tray 2 Tray 1 Only Paper Size Simplex Printing Duplex Printing X (mm) Y(mm) A4 LEF 210 297 Yes Yes B4 SEF 364 257 Yes Yes 8.5” x 11” LEF 216 280 Yes Yes 8.5” x 13” SEF 330 216 Yes Yes 7.5” x 10.5” LEF 184 267 Yes Yes B5 LEF 182 257 Yes Yes A3 SEF 420 297 Yes Yes 8.5” x 14” SEF 356 216 Yes Yes 11” x 17” SEF 432 279 Yes Yes A5 LEF 148 210 Yes Yes 5.5” x 8.
3-4 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Media Sizes Supported Paper Source Tray 4 Tray 5 NOTE: Paper Size Simplex Printing Duplex Printing A4 LEF 210 297 Yes Yes 8.5” x 11” LEF 216 280 Yes Yes 7.5” x 10.5” LEF 330 216 Yes Yes B5 LEF 182 257 Yes Yes 1. Different size papers cannot be mixed and loaded into the same paper source. 2. Duplex printing is possible only when the optional duplexer is installed.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 3-5 High Capacity Feeder Option (Trays 3, 4, and 5) MEDIA SIZE Tray 1 Tray 2 Tray 3 Tray 4 Tray 5 MBF Env Fdr COM 10 ENVELOPE * * LETTER SEF * Media Types supported NOTE: In the following tables, SEF refers to Short Edge Feed whereas LEF refers to Long Edge Feed. .
3-6 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Paper Orientation Paper Orientation Paper Orientation in Trays 1, 2, or 3 1 2 2 1 Top View of Short Edge Feeds 1 represents duplex printing 2 represents simplex printing Top View of Long Edge Feeds Paper Orientation in Tray 4 2 1 Top View of Long Edge Feeds 1 represents duplex printing 2 represents simplex printing Publication No.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 3-7 Paper Orientation in Tray 5 Paper Orientation in Tray 5 1 2 Top View of Long Edge Feeds May 04 1 represents duplex printing 2 represents simplex printing Publication No.
3-8 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Paper Orientation Paper and Envelope Orientation in the Bypass Feeder 1 1 2 2 Top View of Short Edge Feeds (SEF) 1 represents duplex printing 2 represents simplex printing Top View of Long Edge Feeds (LEF) 1 2 3 Top View of Envelope Feeds 1 represents Envelope 2 represents DL Envelope 3 represents C5 Envelope Publication No.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 3-9 Paper and Envelope Orientation in the Bypass Feeder Long and Short Edge Duplex Binding in Portrait and Landscape Orientations Long Edge Duplex Bind in Portrait Orientation Short Edge Duplex Bind in Portrait Orientation May 04 Publication No.
3-10 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Long and Short Edge Duplex Binding in Portrait and Landscape Orientations Long Edge Duplex Bind in Landscape Orientation Short Edge Duplex Bind in Landscape Orientation Publication No.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 3-11 Paper path for standard configuration Paper Paths The following illustrations show the paper path through the printer in its standard configuration and also when options are installed. Paper path for standard configuration 1. The paper is pulled out of a paper cassette or the multi bypass feeder. 2. The image is transferred by the photosensitive drum inside the EP cartridge. 3. The toner on the paper is fixed by the fuser. 4.
3-12 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Paper Paths Paper path when options are installed Finisher/Stapler The following illustration shows the printer with the optional HCF unit, duplexer, and face-up tray Publication No.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 3-13 Paper path when options are installed installed Face Down Output Tray Duplexer 1. The paper is pulled out of a paper cassette or the multi bypass feeder. 2. The image is transferred by the photosensitive drum. 3. The toner on the paper is fixed by the fuser. 4. The paper is output as follows: z For face-up tray: face up. z For paper output tray: face down. z For Finisher/Stapler unit: face down, stapled.
3-14 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Paper Delivery Paper output tray The standard output tray enables printouts to emerge facing down. It can store up to about 500 sheets of printed paper. Face-up tray (option) When installed and selected, the face-up tray can store up to about 200 sheets of paper coming out face down. Publication No.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 3-15 Face-up tray with the Duplexer (option) Face-up tray with the Duplexer (option) When installed and selected, the face-up tray can store up to about 200 sheets of printouts coming out face down. May 04 Publication No.
3-16 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Adding paper to the 500-sheet paper cassette, Tray 1 or Tray 2 Finisher/Stapler unit (option) Adding paper to the 500-sheet paper cassette, Tray 1 or Tray 2 1. Pull out desired tray until it stops. Publication No.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 3-17 Finisher/Stapler unit (option) 2. Prepare a stack of paper. Make sure the tops of the sheets are properly aligned. 3. Gently lift up the length guide, and slide it all the way until it stops. May 04 Publication No.
3-18 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Adding paper to the 500-sheet paper cassette, Tray 1 or Tray 2 4. While pressing down the gray handle, slide the side guide all the way until stops. 5. Align the four corners of the paper and place the paper in the cassette. The paper should enter easily between the guides. Make sure the paper does not get bent upwards by the guides. NOTE: Publication No. GEG-99197 Make sure the paper’s stack height does not exceed the paper limit mark.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 3-19 Finisher/Stapler unit (option) 6. Adjust the side guide to the paper width. NOTE: Adjust the guide to the paper size correctly otherwise paper may not be transported correctly and may result in paper jam. 7. Align the edges of the paper stack May 04 Publication No.
3-20 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Adding paper to the multi bypass feeder 8. Adjust the length guide to the paper length. NOTE: Make sure the guide stopper is locked firmly in the guide hole on the bottom of the cassette. Adjust the guide to the paper size correctly otherwise paper may not be transported correctly and may result in a paper jam. 9.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 3-21 Finisher/Stapler unit (option) 1. If necessary, pull out the extension tray to a length desired for the paper to be loaded. 2. Place paper along the right side of the multi bypass feeder. 3. Push the paper guide until it slightly touches the paper stack. May 04 Publication No.
3-22 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Adding paper to the HCF unit (2500-sheet) 4. Insert the paper stack as far as it can go into the printer. The paper is now ready for use. 5. When the paper is no longer required, remove it and push back the extension tray if necessary. Adding paper to the HCF unit (2500-sheet) The HCF unit adds one 500-sheet universal paper cassette (Tray 3) and two A4/Letter size paper compartments (Trays 4 and 5) for high volume printing. Publication No.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 3-23 Tray 3 (500-sheet universal paper cassette) Tray 3 (500-sheet universal paper cassette) 1. Pull out Tray 3 until it stops. 2. Prepare a stack of paper. Make sure the tops of the sheets are properly aligned. May 04 Publication No.
3-24 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Adding paper to the HCF unit (2500-sheet) 3. Gently lift up the length guide, and slide it all the way until it stops. 4. While pressing down the gray handle, slide the side guide all the way until it stops. If you will use the same paper as before, this step is not required. Publication No.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 3-25 Tray 3 (500-sheet universal paper cassette) 5. Align the four corners of the paper and place the paper in the cassette. The paper should enter easily between the guides. Make sure the paper does not get bent upwards by the guides. NOTE: Make sure the paper’s stack height does not exceed the paper limit mark. 6. Adjust the side guide to the paper width. May 04 Publication No.
3-26 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Adding paper to the HCF unit (2500-sheet) 7. Align the edges of the paper stack. CAUTION: Adjust the guide to the paper size correctly otherwise paper may not be transported correctly and may result in a paper jam. 8. Adjust the length guide to the paper length. CAUTION: Make sure the stack is under the retaining clips on both sides. Also make sure that the guide stopper is locked firmly in the guide hole on the bottom of the cassette.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 3-27 Trays 4 and 5 (A4/Letter size paper compartment) 9. Insert a correct paper size label into the paper size slot on the cassette, then push the cassette all the way back into the printer until it latches. Trays 4 and 5 (A4/Letter size paper compartment) Trays 4 and 5 are designated for printing of A4 or letter size paper. The following illustrate how to add paper using Tray 4, the left compartment, as an example. 1. Pull on the latch to open Tray 4.
3-28 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Adding paper to the HCF unit (2500-sheet) 2. Prepare a stack of paper. Make sure the tops of the sheets are properly aligned. 3. Insert paper into the compartment. NOTE: Publication No. GEG-99197 Make sure the paper’s stack height does not exceed the paper limit mark.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 3-29 Trays 4 and 5 (A4/Letter size paper compartment) 4. Push Tray 4 back into the printer. Loading envelopes into the envelope feeder 1. Prepare a stack of envelopes. Make sure the envelopes are not stuck together and all flaps are closed. May 04 Publication No.
3-30 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Loading envelopes into the envelope feeder 2. While lifting the envelope weight, insert envelopes with the flap-side up and the long edges leading first. 3. Slide the side guide so that it slightly touches the edges of the envelope stack CAUTION: Make sure the envelopes do not exceed the paper limit mark. Do not add envelopes while printing otherwise a paper jam may result Publication No. GEG-99197 .
Chapter 4 Understanding and Navigating the Control Panel Menus In this Chapter . . .
4-2 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Control Panel Features About this Chapter This chapter explains the control panel and its functions, and also demonstrates how to navigate through the control panel menus and submenus that allow you to view and change the printer settings. Control Panel Features The control panel is located on the front of the printer, and contains the display, indicators, and pushbuttons that allow you to view and change the printer settings.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 4-3 Pushbuttons LED COLOR WHEN OFF WHEN ON WHEN BLINKING Yellow Printer is not in error mode There is an error that requires user intervention, such as a paper jam, a service call required, etc. N/A Green POWER is off POWER is on Power Saver Mode ON Pushbuttons The control panel pushbuttons allow you to access and navigate menus, and also assist you in recovering from printer errors. The table below explains the functions of the eight pushbuttons.
4-4 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Navigating the Control Panel Menus Navigating the Control Panel Menus When you press the MENU button on the control panel, you enter the printer’s menu system. At that point, the first line of the display contains the text “Menu”, indicating that you are in the menu system. The second line of the display lists the active menu, which you can change by pressing the NEXT or PREVIOUS button.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 4-5 Pushbuttons The following figure shows the sequence of pushbuttons and display messages that would allow you to change the number of copies printed. This example illustrates the basic relationship between menus and submenus and demonstrates how the NEXT, PREVIOUS, SELECT, and RETURN buttons help you to navigate through the menus.
4-6 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Menu Structure Menu Structure The following figure shows the structure of the control panel main menus and submenus.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 4-7 Pushbuttons NOTE: Additional menus and submenus may appear in the printer menu system when other options are installed. Job Library 1. Press the MENU button on the control panel. 2. Press the NEXT button until the text “Job Library Menu” is shown on the second line of the display. 3. Press the SELECT button to enter the Job Library menu. 4. Press the NEXT button to move through the submenus: Print or Delete. 5. Press the SELECT button to enter a submenu.
4-8 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Job Accounting Submenu Default Setting Available Settings Procedure for Changing Setting Delete User Folder 1 1. Press NEXT or PREVIOUS to scroll through the User Folder Names. 2. Press SELECT to choose the desired User Folder. Delete Job1 1. Press NEXT or PREVIOUS to scroll through the Print Job Names. 2. Press SELECT to choose the desired Print Job to Delete. Job Name PIN This step is necessary if the job is a PRIVATE job. 1.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 4-9 Pushbuttons Paper Menu The Paper Menu provides access to the printer settings for various paper-handling functions. Use the following procedure to enter the paper menu: 1. Press the MENU button on the control panel. 2. Press the NEXT button until the text “Paper Menu” is shown on the second line of the display. 3. Press the SELECT button to enter the Paper Menu. 4. Press the NEXT button to move through the submenus. 5.
4-10 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Paper Menu Submenus Default Setting Available Settings Procedure for Changing Setting Media Size/Type This submenu allows you to set the media size and type for the MBF Tray and set the medial type for all other trays.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 4-11 Pushbuttons Submenus Default Setting Available Settings Procedure for Changing Setting Hole Punch This submenu allows you to turn the Hole Punch feature on and off. This submenu is only available if the Finisher/Stapler is installed. Off On Off 1. Press NEXT or PREVIOUS to toggle between ON and OFF. 2. Press SELECT to save this setting. MBF First Off On Off 1. Press NEXT or PREVIOUS to toggle between ON and OFF. 2.
4-12 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Interface Menu Interface Menu The Interface Menu provides access to the printer interface settings. Use the following procedure to enter the interface menu: 1. Press the MENU button on the control panel. 2. Press the NEXT button until the text “Interface Menu” is shown on the second line of the display. 3. Press the SELECT button to enter the interface menu. 4. Press the NEXT button to move through the submenus: Port, Parallel Setup, and Network Setup. 5.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 4-13 Pushbuttons Submenus Default Setting Available Settings Procedure for Changing Setting Parallel Setup This submenu allows you to set up the parallel interface. Interpreter: Auto Switch Interpreter: Auto Switch PCL PostScript 3 1. Press NEXT or PREVIOUS to scroll through the INTERPRETER, FORMAT, MODE, DELAY OUT CLOSE, and BINARY PSsubmenus. 2. Press SELECT to choose a submenu. 3. Press NEXT or PREVIOUS to scroll through the settings. 4.
4-14 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Interface Menu Submenus Default Setting Available Settings Network Card 1 Setup This submenu allows you to set up the Network interface.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 4-15 Pushbuttons PS Menu The PS Menu provides access to the PostScript settings. Use the following procedure to enter the PS Menu: 1. Press the MENU button on the control panel. 2. Press the NEXT button until the text “PS Menu” is shown on the second line of the display. 3. Press the SELECT button to enter the PS menu. 4. Press the NEXT button to move through the submenus: Print PS Errors, and Manual Feed TO. 5. Press the SELECT button to enter a submenu. 6.
4-16 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual PCL Menu PCL Menu The PCL Menu provides access to the PCL settings. Use the following procedure to enter the PCL menu: 1. Press the MENU button on the control panel. 2. Press the NEXT button until the text “PCL Menu” is shown on the second line of the display. 3. Press the SELECT button to enter the PCL menu. 4. Press the NEXT button to move through the submenus: Print PS Errors, Manual Feed TO. 5. Press the SELECT button to enter a submenu. 6.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 4-17 Pushbuttons Submenus Default Setting Available Settings Symbol Set This submenu allows you to choose a symbol set. 10U:PC-8 CP437 10U:PC-8 CP437 11U:PC-8 D/N 12U:PC-850 17U:PC-852 9T:PC-Turkish 19U:WIN Latin1 9E:WIN Latin2 5T:WIN Latin5 7J:Desk Top 10J:PS Text 13J:Ventura Intl 14J:Ventura US 6J:Microsoft Pub 8M:Math-8 PS:Math 6M:Ventura Math Macro Filter This submenu allows you to turn the macro filter on or off. Off On Off 1.
4-18 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual PCL Menu Submenus Default Setting Available Settings Procedure for Changing Setting FF Mode This submenu allows you to define the action prompted by a form feed—a form feed equals either a form feed alone or a carriage return and a form feed together. FF = FF FF = FF FF = CR/FF 1. Press NEXT or PREVIOUS to choose from FF=FF or FF=CR/FF. 2. Press SELECT to save this setting. Print Area This submenu allows you to set the print area.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 4-19 Pushbuttons System Menu The system menu provides access to system settings. Use the following procedure to enter the system menu: 1. Press the MENU button on the control panel. 2. Press the NEXT button until the text “System Menu” is shown on the second line of the display. 3. Press the SELECT button to enter the system menu. 4.
4-20 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual System Menu Submenus Default Setting Available Settings Procedure for Changing Setting Wait Timeout This submenu allows you to increase or decrease the length of time (in seconds) that the printer will remain in the waiting state—a job is being processed, no end-of-file has been detected, and there is no more data to process. This setting applies to both PCL and PostScript print jobs. A O setting indicates immediate timeout. 20 0 - 99999 1.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 4-21 Pushbuttons Quality Menu The Quality Menu provides access to the printer settings that are related to print quality. Use the following procedure to enter the Quality Menu: 1. Press the MENU button on the control panel. 2. Press the NEXT button until the text “Quality Menu” is shown on the second line of the display. 3. Press the SELECT button to enter the system menu. 4.
4-22 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Functions Menu Functions Menu The Functions Menu provides access to several printer functions that can supply you with information about the printer and its settings. Use the following procedure to enter the Functions Menu: 1. Press the MENU button on the control panel. 2. Press the NEXT button until the text “Functions Menu” is shown on the second line of the display. 3. Press the SELECT button to enter the system menu. 4.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 4-23 Pushbuttons 6. Use the procedures in the following table to access and change the system settings: Submenus Procedure for Changing Setting Print This selection will read the selected file from FLASH and print it as if it were being received from one of the input ports. 1. Press NEXT or PREVIOUS to scroll through the files. 2. Press SELECT to choose and print the file.
4-24 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Status Menu 6. Use the procedures in the following table to access and change the system settings: Submenus Procedure for Changing Setting Print This selection will read the selected file from Disk and print it as if it were being received from one of the input ports. 1. Press NEXT or PREVIOUS to scroll through the files. 2. Press SELECT to choose and print the file.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 4-25 Pushbuttons 4. Use the procedures in the following table to view the status of the printer: Submenu Procedure for Executing Function MBF This submenu allows you to view the current Media Size and Media Type for the MBF tray. 1. Press NEXT or PREVIOUS to scroll through the MEDIA SIZE, MEDIA TYPE, and LEVEL settings for the MBF. 2. Press SELECT to view a specific setting.
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Chapter 5 Printer Consumables, Cleaning and Maintenance In this Chapter . . . May 04 “About this Chapter” on page 5-2 “Replacing the EP Cartridge” on page 5-2 “Replacing the Fuser” on page 5-13 “Replacing the Transfer Roller” on page 5-19 “Replacing the Feed Rollers” on page 5-20 “Cleaning” on page 5-26 “Daily Maintenance” on page 5-28 “Preparing the Printer for a Period of Extended Non-Use” on page 5-28 “Relocating the Printer” on page 5-30 Publication No.
5-2 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Replacing the EP Cartridge About this Chapter Describes how to handle and replace the EP cartridge, replacement of transfer and feed rollers and performance of other steps as necessary for day-to-day operation of your printer. Replacing the EP Cartridge Cautions on handling the EP cartridge Do not expose the cartridge to direct sunlight or other strong light sources.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 5-3 Replacing the EP Cartridge When there is no more toner or the drum must be replaced, an error message appears and the printer stops. Follow the steps described in the following sections to replace the EP cartridge with a new one. Be sure to use only the designated EP cartridge. Consult your dealer for more information. CAUTION: Do not shake the EP cartridge in order to check for toner level. A tiny amount of toner left may spill out.
5-4 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Replacing the EP Cartridge 2. Open the front cover as indicated. WARNING: Never touch the fuser area where a label indicating high temperature is located (such as that shown below), or else burns may result. 3. Remove the EP cartridge. Lift the orange handle on the cartridge to gently take it out. Then hold the handle and completely remove the cartridge.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 5-5 Replacing the EP Cartridge 4. Remove a new EP cartridge from the packing, and pull out the protective paper sheet from the drum shutter. 5. Hold the EP cartridge horizontally and gently shake it 5 to 6 times to evenly distribute the toner inside. CAUTION: Uneven toner distribution may degrade print quality.
5-6 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Replacing the EP Cartridge 6. Open the front cover as indicated. 7. While holding the orange handle with one hand, gently push the cartridge all the way into the printer. NOTE: Publication No. GEG-99197 Do not touch any parts inside the printer. Make sure the cartridge is seated properly.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 5-7 Replacing the EP Cartridge 8. Gently pull out the sealing tape in the direction of the arrow. NOTE: If the tape is pulled out at an angle, it may break possibly rendering the cartridge unusable. 9. Close the front cover and the upper left cover. CAUTION: The upper left cover can be closed only when the EP cartridge is inside the printer. If you have not installed the EP cartridge, do not close the upper left cover by force.
5-8 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Replacing the EP Cartridge Replacing the EP cartridge (when options are installed) 1. If the duplex printing unit is installed, pull on its latch to open it. 2. Hold the latch and open the upper left cover. Publication No.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 5-9 Replacing the EP Cartridge 3. Open the front cover as indicated. WARNING: Never touch the fuser area where a label indicating high temperature is located (such as that shown below), or else burns may result. 4. Remove the EP cartridge. Lift the orange handle lever on the cartridge to gently take it out. Then hold the handle and completely remove the cartridge.
5-10 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Replacing the EP Cartridge 5. Remove a new EP cartridge from the packing, and carefully pull out the protective paper sheet from the drum shutter. 6. Hold the EP cartridge horizontally and gently shake it 5 to 6 times to evenly distribute the toner inside. CAUTION: Uneven toner distribution may degrade print quality.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 5-11 Replacing the EP Cartridge 7. Open the front cover as indicated. WARNING: Never touch the fuser area where a label indicating high temperature is located (such as that shown below), or else burns may result 8. While holding the orange handle with one hand, gently push the cartridge all the way into the printer. NOTE: May 04 Do not touch any parts inside the printer. Make sure the cartridge is seated properly. Publication No.
5-12 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Replacing the EP Cartridge 9. Gently pull out the sealing tape in the direction of the arrow. NOTE: If the tape is pulled out at an angle, it may break possibly rendering the cartridge unusable. 10. Close the front cover and the upper left cover. NOTE: Publication No. GEG-99197 The upper left cover can be closed only when the EP cartridge is inside the printer. If you have not installed the EP cartridge, do not close the upper left cover by force.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 5-13 Replacing the Fuser 11. Close the duplex printing unit. Replacing the Fuser WARNING: The fuser becomes very hot during operation. Never touch the fuser area where a label indicating high temperature is located (such as that shown below), or else burns may result. Before replacing the fuser, turn the printer off and wait at least 40 minutes before replacing it. May 04 Publication No.
5-14 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Replacing the Fuser 1. Open the upper left cover. 2. Open the front cover. Publication No.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 5-15 Replacing the Fuser 3. Loosen the two locking screws indicated. (You cannot remove them completely.) 4. Hold the two rings indicated and pull out the fuser. Dispose of the fuser May 04 Publication No.
5-16 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Replacing the Fuser 5. Prepare a new fuser. While holding the two rings of the new fuser, push into the printer as indicated. 6. Tighten the two locking screws. Publication No.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 5-17 Replacing the Fuser 7. Remove and discard the protective covers to expose the two metal fuser shipping screws The two metal fuser shipping screws MUST be removed and discarded. They are intended to protect the fuser assembly during shipment. Failure to remove them will result in inferior fusing of toner and possible damage to the toner assembly. 8.
5-18 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Replacing the Fuser 9. Completely remove and discard the two metal fuser shipping screws 10. Close the front cover and then the upper left cover. Publication No.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 5-19 Replacing the Transfer Roller Replacing the Transfer Roller WARNING: Never touch the fuser area where a label indicating high temperature is located (such as that shown below), or else burns may result. 1. Open the upper left cover. 2. Lift up the handles to unlock the transfer roller. May 04 Publication No.
5-20 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Replacing the Feed Rollers 3. Remove the transfer roller. 4. Insert a new transfer roller and press down to hold the roller in place. 5. Push the handles to lock the transfer roller in place. Replacing the Feed Rollers After replacing the fuser, be sure to also replace the feed rollers. Publication No.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 5-21 Replacing the Feed Rollers 1. Remove the top cassette from the printer unit. 2. While pressing the white tab, remove the lower feed roller. NOTE: May 04 Be sure not to remove the coupling behind the feed roller. Publication No.
5-22 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Replacing the Feed Rollers 3. Flip down the cover and remove the upper two rollers with the same steps described earlier. 4. While pressing the white tab, remove the upper two rollers. 5. Insert a new upper feed rollers. Publication No.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 5-23 Replacing the Feed Rollers 6. Inset a new lower feed roller. Tray 5 (HCF Unit) 1. Remove the Tray 3. 2. Pull out the Tray 5. May 04 Publication No.
5-24 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Replacing the Feed Rollers 3. Pull the roller cover towards you. 4. While pressing the white tab, remove the three feed rollers NOTE: Be sure not to remove the coupling behind the feed roller. 5. Insert the three new feed rollers. 6. Push back the Tray 5. Publication No.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 5-25 Replacing the Feed Rollers 7. Re-insert the Tray 3. Tray 4 (HCF Unit) 1. Pull out the left tray. 2. Open the lower left cover. Press down the roller cover. 3. While pressing the white tab, remove the three feed rollers. May 04 Publication No.
5-26 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Cleaning NOTE: Be sure not to remove the coupling behind the feed roller. 4. Insert three new feed rollers. 5. Push back Tray 4. Cleaning In order to keep your printer in optimum working condition, clean the exterior and interior of the printer as described below. WARNING: Before cleaning the printer or performing any other maintenance tasks, be sure to turn off the printer and disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 5-27 Cleaning Clean the exterior of the printer Clean the exterior of the printer about once a month. Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with water. For stubborn stains, soak the cloth in a mild detergent solution before cleaning. Finish by wiping the printer with a soft, dry cloth. Check the interior of the printer After removing a paper jam or replacing the EP cartridge, check the inside of the printer.
5-28 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Daily Maintenance Daily Maintenance At the end of the day, turn off the printer by setting the power switch to [0]. If any error message or status code appears, see ”Chapter 6 Troubleshooting”and turn off the printer properly. Preparing the Printer for a Period of Extended Non-Use If the printer will not be used for one week or more, perform the following steps.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 5-29 Preparing the Printer for a Period of Extended Non-Use 1. Turn off the printer by setting the power switch to the [0] position. If any error message or status code appears, see ”Chapter 6 Troubleshooting” and turn off the printer properly. 2. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. May 04 Publication No.
5-30 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Relocating the Printer 3. Remove any paper from the multi bypass feeder as well as all the paper cassettes. Store the paper in a location that is not humid and dusty. For more information, see ”Appendix B Safety Notes and Regulatory Compliances”. Relocating the Printer To move the printer, follow the steps below. WARNING: This printer is very heavy. The weight of the main unit without paper cassette, consumables, and paper is about 106 lbs.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 5-31 Relocating the Printer NOTE: Remove any options such as the duplex printing unit before moving the printer. For instructions on how to remove the options, see the appropriate section. To transport the printer over long distance, put the printer in its original shipping carton and other packing materials. 1. Turn off the printer by setting the power switch to the [0] position.
5-32 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Relocating the Printer 3. Remove any paper from the multi bypass feeder as well as all the paper cassettes.Store the paper in a location that is not humid and dusty. For more information, see ”Appendix B Safety Notes and Regulatory Compliances”. 4. If the optional face-up tray is installed, remove it. Publication No.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 5-33 Relocating the Printer 5. Remove the EP cartridge inside the printer. If the printer is moved with the cartridge inside, toner may spill out and soil the printer. NOTE: Replace the EP cartridge in its original packing material, or wrap it in a thick lint-free cloth. 6. If the HCF unit is installed, unlock the stoppers on its casters. 7. Move the printer to a new location and reverse the steps above. May 04 Publication No.
5-34 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Relocating the Printer Publication No.
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting In this Chapter . . . May 04 “About this Chapter” on page 6-2 “Solving Printer Power-on Problems” on page 6-2 “Solving Print Quality Problems” on page 6-3 “Clearing Paper Jams” on page 6-6 “Control Panel LCD Messages” on page 6-17 Publication No.
6-2 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Solving Printer Power-on Problems About this Chapter Explains procedures to isolate and solve problems that may occur during use of your printer. Clearing paper jams and detailed troubleshooting of LCD error messages are discussed in this chapter. Solving Printer Power-on Problems This section describes problems that can occur when starting up the printer.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 6-3 Solving Print Quality Problems This section describes quality problems during printing. Go through the list below to find the conditon that most closely resembles the problem and follow the recommended action.
6-4 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Solving Print Quality Problems DESCRIPTION Character voids Toner smears when rubbed Black page Blank page POSSIBLE CAUSE Print media is outside recommended specifications Use recommended print media. See ”Chapter 5 Printer Consumables, Cleaning and Maintenance” . EP cartridge is old or damaged. Replace EP cartridge. See ”Chapter 5 Printer Consumables, Cleaning and Maintenance” . Print media is moist Remove moist media and load new dry media.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 6-5 DESCRIPTION Partial blanks Creased paper Plotted print Vertical blanks May 04 POSSIBLE CAUSE REQUIRED ACTION Print media is moist Remove moist media and load new dry media. See ”Chapter 5 Printer Consumables, Cleaning and Maintenance” . Print media is outside recommended specifications Use recommended print media. See ”Chapter 5 Printer Consumables, Cleaning and Maintenance” . Sealing tape of EP cartridge not pulled out. Replace EP cartridge.
6-6 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Clearing Paper Jams DESCRIPTION Blurred print Bold print appears shaded POSSIBLE CAUSE REQUIRED ACTION Print density setting is not appropriate Adjust print density. See ”Chapter 5 Printer Consumables, Cleaning and Maintenance” . EP cartridge is old or damaged. Replace EP cartridge. See ”Chapter 5 Printer Consumables, Cleaning and Maintenance” . Print density setting is not appropriate Adjust print density.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 6-7 Clearing Paper Jams from Area A 2. Pull on the latch to open the upper left cover. If the optional face up tray is installed instead of the duplexer, lift to unhook and remove the face up tray. 3. Remove any paper jam found. May 04 Publication No.
6-8 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Clearing Paper Jams If the leading edge of the paper is already in the paper output tray, pull out the paper in the direction of the arrow. If the paper is jammed at the fuser area, pull it out carefully without touching the fuser If it becomes difficult to pull out the paper, turn the knob continuously in the direction of the arrow until the paper is adequately out and easy to pull..
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 6-9 Clearing Paper Jams from Area A If the paper is jammed at the indicated location, pull it out in the direction of the arrow. 4. Open the cover inside the duplexer. 5. Remove any paper jam found by pulling out the paper in the direction of the arrow as shown. May 04 Publication No.
6-10 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Clearing Paper Jams 6. Close the cover inside the duplexer 7. Close the duplexer. NOTE: Publication No. GEG-99197 When closing the duplexer, do not use the latch on the cover. Instead, follow the instruction label on the cover and push the recommended location.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 6-11 Clearing Paper Jams from Area B 8. Close the duplexer or reinsert the face-up tray as appropriate. Clearing Paper Jams from Area B 1. Pull on the latch to open the cover to Area B 2. Remove any paper jam found May 04 Publication No.
6-12 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Clearing Paper Jams 3. If the paper is jammed at Area B, pull it out in the direction of the arrow as shown. If no paper jam is found consult the LCD display of the control panel for information about a possible jam in a paper tray. Clearing Paper Jams from Area C 1. Pull on the latch to open the cover to Area B 2. Remove any paper jam found 3. If the paper is jammed at Area B, pull it out in the direction of the arrow as shown.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 6-13 Clearing Paper Jams from Area E Clearing Paper Jams from Area E Lift the handle of the Stapler/Stacker docking cover and remove any jammed paper found. Clearing Paper Jams from Area F Open the cover of the Stacker/Stapler’s paper horizontal transport and remove any jammed paper found. May 04 Publication No.
6-14 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Clearing Paper Jams Clearing Paper Jams from Area H Remove any jammed paper found. Clearing Paper Jams from Tray 1 Pull out Tray 1. Check the paper feed area and carefully pull out any jammed paper found there. Clearing Paper Jams from Tray 2 Pull out Tray 2. Check the paper feed area and carefully pull out any jammed paper found there. Clearing Paper Jams from Trays 3, 4 and 5 in the HCF unit 1. Pull out Tray 3 of the HCF unit.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 6-15 Clearing Paper Jams from Trays 3, 4 and 5 in the HCF unit 2. Pull out Trays 4 and 5. 3. Check the paper feed area of Tray 5 and remove any jammed paper found 4. Carefully close Trays 4 and 5. May 04 Publication No.
6-16 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Clearing Paper Jams Clearing Paper Jams from the Multi-Bypass Feeder (MBF) 1. Remove the jammed paper by pull it out in the direction of the arrow as shown. 2. Remove all the paper and load the stack again. Clearing Paper Jams from the Envelope Feeder 1. Remove the envelope feeder. Publication No.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 6-17 Clearing Paper Jams from the Envelope Feeder 2. Remove any jammed paper found. 3. Re-insert the envelope feeder. Control Panel LCD Messages LCD messages involving troubleshooting are classified into nine numeric code classes (1 through 9) and an additional alphanumeric class. These code classes have no significance to you as a user of this printer. These class codes are designed specifically for assisting service and repair personnel.
6-18 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Control Panel LCD Messages Code Class 1 LCD MESSAGE (LINE 1) LCD MESSAGE (LINE 2) CAUSE OF ERROR MESSAGE REQUIRED ACTION 1-1 MAIN MOTOR CALL SERVICE Main Motor Rotation Failure Service Call required 1-1 PAPER JAM CLEAR AREA A Paper jam in Area A Clear Paper Jam in Area A 1-1 TRAY ERROR CHECK TRAY 1 Tray 1 trouble (see note 1) Ensure that Tray 1 is loaded correctly and securely closed.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 6-19 Code Class 2 Code Class 2 LCD MESSAGE (LINE 1) LCD MESSAGE (LINE 2) CAUSE OF ERROR MESSAGE REQUIRED ACTION 2-2 FEED ERROR AREA B / TRAY 2 Tray 2 paper misfeed Clear paper misfeed from Tray 1 or Area A 2-3 FEED ERROR CLEAR AREA A Tray 2 paper misfeed Clear paper misfeed from Tray 2 or Area A 2-7 DUPLEX COMM CALL SERVICE Duplexer Communications failure (see note 2) Check Duplexer Cabling – Service Call required 2-8 DUPLEX ERROR CALL SERVICE
6-20 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Control Panel LCD Messages Code Class 4 LCD MESSAGE (LINE 1) LCD MESSAGE (LINE 2) CAUSE OF ERROR MESSAGE REQUIRED ACTION 4-0 FEED ERROR AREA C/TRAY 4 Tray 4 paper misfeed Clear paper misfeed from Tray 4 or Area C 4-1 FEED ERROR AREA C/AREA B Tray 4 paper misfeed Clear paper misfeed from Tray 4, Area C or Area B 4-1 FUSER ERROR CALL SERVICE Fuser temperature setting out of control (On Time Fail) Service Call required 4-1 IRREG.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 6-21 Code Class 4 LCD MESSAGE (LINE 1) May 04 LCD MESSAGE (LINE 2) CAUSE OF ERROR MESSAGE REQUIRED ACTION 4-5 FUSER ERROR CALL SERVICE Abnormally high Fuser temperature Service Call required 4-5 IRREG.
6-22 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Control Panel LCD Messages LCD MESSAGE (LINE 1) LCD MESSAGE (LINE 2) CAUSE OF ERROR MESSAGE REQUIRED ACTION 4-26 FINISH JAM CLEAR AREA F Remaining paper detected on TRANSPORT exit sensor Clear paper jam in Area F 4-31 FINISH JAM CLEAR AREA F Paper does not pass finisher input path sensor within specified time after reaching the sensor Clear paper jam in Area F 4-32 FINISH JAM CLEAR AREA F Paper does not reach finisher input path sensor in spe
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 6-23 Code Class 5 Code Class 5 LCD MESSAGE (LINE 1) May 04 LCD MESSAGE (LINE 2) CAUSE OF ERROR MESSAGE REQUIRED ACTION 5-0 FEED ERROR AREA C/TRAY 5 Tray 5 paper misfeed Clear paper misfeed from Tray 5 or Area C 5-1 COVER OPEN CLOSE COVER A Printer cover A open Close printer cover A 5-1 COVER OPEN CLOSE FRONT COVER Printer front cover open Close printer front cover 5-1 FEED ERROR AREA C/AREA B Tray 5 paper misfeed Clear paper misfeed from Tray
6-24 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Control Panel LCD Messages LCD MESSAGE (LINE 1) LCD MESSAGE (LINE 2) CAUSE OF ERROR MESSAGE REQUIRED ACTION 5-92 FIN ERROR CALL SERVICE Finisher Stapler head home sensor failure (see note 3) Service Call required 5-93 FIN ERROR CALL SERVICE Finisher Stapler front position failure (see note 3) Service Call required 5-94 FIN ERROR CALL SERVICE Finisher Stapler dual position failure (see note 3) Service Call required 5-95 FIN ERROR CALL SERVI
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 6-25 Code Class 6 Code Class 6 LCD MESSAGE (LINE 1) May 04 LCD MESSAGE (LINE 2) CAUSE OF ERROR MESSAGE REQUIRED ACTION 6-1 COVER OPEN CLOSE COVER C HCF cover C open Close HCF cover C 6-1 TONER EOL REPLACE TONER Toner Cartridge end-of-life Replace Toner Cartridge 6-1 FEED ERROR CLEAR DUPLEXER Paper misfeed from duplexer Clear paper misfeed from Duplexer 6-1 GATE OPEN CHECK GATE IN Gate Cover is open Close Gate Cover 6-2 COVER OPEN CLOSE DOOR
6-26 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Control Panel LCD Messages Code Class 7 LCD MESSAGE (LINE 1) LCD MESSAGE (LINE 2) CAUSE OF ERROR MESSAGE REQUIRED ACTION 7-1 COVER OPEN CLOSE DOOR G Finisher front cover is open Close Finisher front cover – Door G 7-2 COVER OPEN FIN.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 6-27 Code Class 8 Code Class 8 May 04 LCD MESSAGE (LINE 1) LCD MESSAGE (LINE 2) CAUSE OF ERROR MESSAGE REQUIRED ACTION 8-1 FEED ERROR CHECK ENVELOPE Remaining paper detected in ENV area Clear paper misfeed from Envelope Feeder 8-1 FIN DOCKING CHECK FINISHER Finisher docking incorrect Check Finishing Docking 8-1 TONER TYPE ID MISMATCH Toner cartridge OEM ID mismatch Replace Toner Cartridge 8-1 PAPER JAM CHECK DUPLEXER Paper jam in Duplexer Cl
6-28 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Control Panel LCD Messages Code Class 9 LCD MESSAGE (LINE 1) LCD MESSAGE (LINE 2) 9-1 FEED ERROR CHECK ENVELOPE ENV OUT sensor time-out Clear paper misfeed from Envelope Feeder 9-2 FEED ERROR CHECK MBF MBF T/A roll 1 sensor time-out Clear paper misfeed from MBF 9-3 FEED ERROR CLEAR AREA A MBF or ENV Reg sensor time-out Clear paper misfeed from Area A Publication No.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 6-29 Alphanumeric Code Class Alphanumeric Code Class LCD MESSAGE (LINE 1) May 04 LCD MESSAGE (LINE 2) CAUSE OF ERROR MESSAGE REQUIRED ACTION DRUM EOL NEARBY N/A (WARNING ONLY) Toner Cartridge end of life nearby Ensure that you have a new Toner Cartridge to install soon F/D TRAY FULL REMOVE PAPER Face Down Tray Paper Full Empty output paper from Face Down Finishing Tray FINISHER OVER LAP REMOVE PAPER Finisher Paper Overlap Empty output paper from
6-30 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Control Panel LCD Messages Controller Error Messages LCD MESSAGE (LINE 1) LCD MESSAGE (LINE 2) CAUSE OF ERROR MESSAGE REQUIRED ACTION SERVICE ERROR X (X IS A NUMBER) CALL SERVICE A fatal exception has occured on the printer controller. Press “NEXT” and additional information may be displayed. Record all information and Call Service to report error. NVRAM FAILURE X (X IS A NUMBER) PRESS START NVRAM on Printer Controller failed.
Chapter 7 Optional Extended Features In this Chapter . . .
7-2 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Installing DRAM Memory DIMMS About this Chapter This chapter describes the procedures for installation of DRAM Memory DIMMs and FLASH DIMMS. Also describes how to use the extended features associated with these options. Installing DRAM Memory DIMMS 1. Ensure that the printer power switch is set to the OFF [ O ] position. 2. Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet. Publication No.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-3 3. Turn thumbscrews on controller assembly counterclockwise until loose and gently pull controller assembly towards you to remove from printer. 4. Carefully insert a DRAM DIMM which is compatible with your printer into any available DRAM DIMM slot as shown below. When properly seated, gently push down on the DIMM until the white braces close and snap onto the ends of the DIMM. May 04 Publication No.
7-4 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Installing DRAM Memory DIMMS 5. Reinstall the controller assembly. Once firmly in place, push and hand tighten the thumbscrews in a clockwise direction. 6. Connect the power cord to the wall outlet. 7. Turn the printer power switch to the ON [ I ] position. Publication No.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-5 Installing a FLASH DIMM Module 1. Ensure that the printer power switch is set to the OFF [ O ] position. 2. Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet. 3. Turn thumbscrews on controller assembly counterclockwise until loose and gently pull controller assembly towards you to remove from printer. May 04 Publication No.
7-6 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Installing a FLASH DIMM Module 4. Carefully insert a FLASH DIMM module in FLASH DIMM slot as shown below. When properly seated, gently push down on the DIMM until the white braces close onto the ends of the DIMM. NOTE: To remove the FLASH DIMM, pull the white braces away from the ends of the DIMM until the DIMM snaps out of the slot. 5. Reinstall the controller assembly.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-7 6. Connect the power cord to the wall outlet. 7. Turn the printer power switch to the ON [ I ] position. Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module This section discusses the available control panel menus when the Hard Disk or User Flash option is installed. Storage of files on the Hard Disk and User Flash option are also discussed. May 04 Publication No.
7-8 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module Operator Panel MENU Structure When the Hard Disk or User Flash option is installed, the printer control panel menu structure is enhanced as shown in the following table. The shaded areas denote additional features and settings relevant to the Hard Disk or User Flash option.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-9 Using the Disk Menu NOTE: 1. The Flash Menu and Disk Menu will only appear when the respective FLASH SIMM and/or Hard Disk option is installed. 2. Power-On Files menu will only appear if either a FLASH SIMM or a Hard Disk option is installed and power-on files exist. Using the Disk Menu Manipulation of files stored on the hard disk option can be accomplished using the Disk Menu.
7-10 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module Format Flash This selection will reformat the FLASH SIMM. All files on the FLASH SIMM will be deleted if this function is selected. Flash Summary This selection will print a page containing information about the FLASH SIMM including a list of all the current existing files and directories.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-11 PostScript Operators PostScript Operators All of the standard file-object related operators (file, read, write, etc.) are supported.
7-12 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module The first feature is the warmstart.ps file. Each time the printer is powered on, either or both optional storage devices will be checked for a file named warmstart.ps. If this file is found, it will be read and parsed by the PostScript interpreter.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-13 Power-on Files Defined Using the Power-On Files Feature Power-on Files Defined If a FLASH DIMM or hard disk drive is installed in your printer, your printer has the capability of storing additional power-on files which can be read and interpreted at power-on. Power-on files are processed at power-on initialization only and not at the start of every print. Power-on files can contain either PCL or PostScript language content.
7-14 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module Collating, Saved Jobs, and Job Accounting The features discussed in this section are designed to work with the Hard Disk Option. However, if no Hard Disk Option is installed, but a User Flash Option is installed, these features will utilize the User Flash Option. If both the Hard Disk Option and a User Flash Option are installed, these features will default to the Hard Disk Option.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-15 Collating Feature 1. Press the Printing Properties button printer icon. 2. Click on the Printing Preferences button. May 04 Publication No.
7-16 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module 3. Click on the Paper Quality button and then the Advanced button. 4. Click on the Copy Count button to enter the number of copies and make sure the Collate button is checked. 5. Click to OKAY button and your printer driver is set to collate the number of copies specified. Saved Jobs Feature You can create saved jobs using the drivers that support this feature.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-17 Saved Jobs Feature z z PCL - All windows platforms PostScript - Windows 2000 and Windows XP There are three job types available, Normal, Saved, and Private. The descriptions of the job types are as follows: Normal A normal print job. No print job data is saved. Saved The print job data is saved on the Hard Disk or User Flash Option. The job will be saved in the “Job Library” folder.
7-18 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module 1. You are now in the Printing Properties menu, click on the Printing Preference button. 2. Click on the Advanced button. Publication No.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-19 Saved Jobs Feature 3. Now scroll down to the Job Type Section of the menu. 4. When you click on Job Type, three job types are available. Normal, Saved, and Private. May 04 Publication No.
7-20 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module 5. If you want to Save your print job, enter a name you want to save the job as and it will be saved under User ID folder listed. You can change the User ID in this menu also. 6. If you want to make your job Private, you can enter a number in the PIN menu. You will only be able to print this document if you know the PIN number. Working with Saved Jobs There are two ways to work with Saved Jobs.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-21 Saved Jobs Feature 1. Press the MENU button on the control panel. 2. Press the NEXT button until the text “Job Library Menu” is shown on the second line of the display. 3. Press the SELECT button to enter the Job Library Menu. 4. Press the NEXT button to move through the submenus: Print or Delete. 5. Press the SELECT button to enter a submenu. Use the procedures in the following table to access and change the system settings.
7-22 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module Menu Job Library DELETE Job Library (Delete Saved Job with PIN) Publication No. GEG-99197 Submenus Procedure for Changing Setting Job Name INCORRECT PIN 1. If an incorrect PIN is entered, press PREVIOUS to re-enter the correct PIN. Job Name Copies - Select 1-99 1. Press NEXT or PREVIOUS to increase or decrease each digit of the two-digit number. 2.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-23 Saved Jobs Feature Web Page Access Using the printer web page, you can delete, print, or download any job files stored in the job library. Go to your web browser and type in your printer web address. The printer web page will appear as follows: 1. Click on Job Library. 2. Click on the folder icon or name to view the printer jobs in the user folders. May 04 Publication No.
7-24 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module 3. The printer job information will appear. If there is a PIN number associated with the file, you will be required to enter the correct PIN number to access the print file. Job Accounting Feature The printer supports a job accounting feature which will store certain information about each print job received by the printer. There are two ways to work with this feature.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-25 Job Accounting Feature Use the procedures in the following table to access and change the system settings. SubMenu Settings Procedure for Changing Setting ENABLED Yes or No 1. Press NEXT or PREVIOUS to scroll through Yes or No options. 2. Press SELECT to choose Yes to turn on this function. PRINT INFO 1. Press SELECT to begin printing the Job Accounting Summary Report. RESET INFO 1. Press SELECT to reset the Job Accounting Information.
7-26 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module 1. Click on Job Accounting. 2. When you enter the Job Accounting field the following options appear: Publication No.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-27 Job Accounting Feature 3. When you click on Enable/Disable it will take you to the following screen. Click Yes or No to Enable or Disable Job Accounting. 4. When you click on Retrieve Accounting Files it will upload the file information, which is stored in a .CSV file. May 04 Publication No.
7-28 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module 5. When you click on Display Job Accounting Info it will bring you the following screen which displays all your job information. NOTE: Only products that have real time clock support will provide the Date/Time information. 6. When you click on Reset All Job Accounting Info, all printer job information will be deleted. Publication No.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-29 Operator Panel Access Using the Custom Paper Size Feature There are two ways to work with the Custom Paper Size Feature. One is through the front panel menus, the other is through the printer driver. If you have a Windows or Macintosh printer driver, you can access this feature from the driver and you do not have to use front panel settings. Use the front panel access to these features if you have a Unix system or do not have Windows or MacIntosh drivers.
7-30 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Using the Hard Disk Option and User Flash DIMM Module 3. Click on the Advanced button. Publication No.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-31 Printer Driver Access 4. Click on the Paper Size button. 5. Scroll down to Custom Page Size and click. May 04 Publication No.
7-32 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Custom Page size and Microsoft Word, Word 2000, and Word 2003 6. Then enter the width and height of your custom paper size. 7. Click the OKAY button until you exit out of the driver menu. You are now ready to print your custom sized document.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-33 Resolution To use the new form as the default form, follow these steps: WINDOWS NT In CONTROL PANEL, double-click PRINTERS. Right-click the printer you want to select, and then click DOCUMENT DEFAULTS. In the PAPER SIZE box, click the new form. Click OK. WINDOWS 2000 AND XP In CONTROL PANEL, double-click PRINTERS. Right-click the printer you want to select and then click PROPERTIES. On the GENERAL tab, click PREFERENCES.
7-34 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Custom Page size and Microsoft Word, Word 2000, and Word 2003 Accessing the Printer Web Page You can access the printer web page by going to the internet browser and typing the IP address of your network printer (http://IP ADDRESS). You can directly access the printer control panel on the web and it allows you to view and change the printer settings.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-35 Resolution May 04 Main Page of Printer Web Site Submenu 1 of Printer Web Site Submenu 2 of Printer Web Site Printer Setup You can view and change printer configuration.
7-36 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Custom Page size and Microsoft Word, Word 2000, and Word 2003 Main Page of Printer Web Site Submenu 1 of Printer Web Site Submenu 2 of Printer Web Site PCL Menu Provides access to the PCL settings: Orientation Font Source Font Number Pitch or Point Size Symbol Set Macro Filter Lines Per Page CR Mode LF Mode FF Mode Print Area Parameter Values Paper Source Paper Size System Menu Provides access to the system settings: Display Language Alarm Control Po
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-37 Resolution Main Page of Printer Web Site Submenu 1 of Printer Web Site Submenu 2 of Printer Web Site Console Security Refresh Rate Support Link Supplies Link Admin. Name Password Confirm Password File Management* Allows you to access (print or delete) files stored on your Hard Disk or User Flash. Only appears if User Flash is installed. Only appears if Hard Disk Option is Installed.
7-38 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Custom Page size and Microsoft Word, Word 2000, and Word 2003 Main Page of Printer Web Site Submenu 1 of Printer Web Site Product Supplies Direct link to order supplies Takes you to the Product Supplies Website where you can order product supplies. Fonts and Macros* Allows you to view the PostScript Fonts and PCL Fonts, stored internally on your printer. Also allows you to view Macros stored on your Hard Disk or User Flash Options.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-39 Control Panel MENU structure Using the RS-232C/RS-422 Serial Interface This section lists the Serial Interface setup features and available selections via the control panel menus. The Serial Interface connector pinouts are listed. Troubleshooting error messages appearing on the printer’s control panel are also discussed.
7-40 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Custom Page size and Microsoft Word, Word 2000, and Word 2003 None Even Odd DTR Ready/Busy On Off DTR Onl/Offl On Off DTR Error On Off RTS Ready/Busy On Off RTS Onl/Offl On Off RTS Error On Off XON Ready/Busy On Off XON Onl/Offl On Off XON Error On Off DTR Polarity High Low RTS Polarity High Low Robust XON On Off PS Menu PCL Menu System Menu NOTE: The structure of your display menus may vary slightly depending on the options installed in your printer.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-41 Control Panel MENU structure Interpreter AVAILABLE SELECTIONS Auto Switch PCL Postscript 3 DEFAULT Auto Switch AVAILABLE SELECTIONS Normal Binary Raw DEFAULT Raw AVAILABLE SELECTIONS RS232 RS422 DEFAULT RS232 AVAILABLE SELECTIONS 1200 2400 4800 9600 19200 38400 57600 115200 DEFAULT 9600 AVAILABLE SELECTIONS 7 8 DEFAULT 8 AVAILABLE SELECTIONS 1 2 DEFAULT 1 AVAILABLE SELECTIONS None Even Odd DEFAULT None Format Serial Mode Baud R
7-42 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Custom Page size and Microsoft Word, Word 2000, and Word 2003 DTR Ready/Busy AVAILABLE SELECTIONS Off On DEFAULT Off AVAILABLE SELECTIONS Off On DEFAULT Off AVAILABLE SELECTIONS Off On DEFAULT Off DTR On/Off DTR Error RTS Ready/Busy AVAILABLE SELECTIONS Off On DEFAULT Off AVAILABLE SELECTIONS Off On DEFAULT Off AVAILABLE SELECTIONS Off On DEFAULT Off RTS On/Off RTS Error XON Ready/Busy AVAILABLE SELECTIONS Off On DEFAULT On
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-43 Disabling the Serial Interface XON Error AVAILABLE SELECTIONS Off On DEFAULT Off DTR Polarity AVAILABLE SELECTIONS High Low DEFAULT High AVAILABLE SELECTIONS High Low DEFAULT High AVAILABLE SELECTIONS Off On DEFAULT Off RTS Polarity Robust XON Disabling the Serial Interface The following selection becomes available within the PORT submenu of the INTERFACE menu when the RS-232C/RS-422 serial interface is installed.
7-44 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Custom Page size and Microsoft Word, Word 2000, and Word 2003 RS-232C Serial Cable Pin Assignments Eight pins of the 25-pin serial cable are utilized for the RS-232C standard: Pin No.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual 7-45 Obtaining Help and Information and where x indicates the network slot where the serial interface is installed and where y reflects the error number as shown below: Error No. Description Action Required 1 Overrrun Error Verify that all DTS, RTS and XON settings within the SERIAL SETUP menu are configured correctly. Check the pinout assignments of cabling between the printer and the host.
7-46 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual The type of host computer you are using. Publication No.
Appendix A May 04 General Information “About this Appendix” on page A-2 “Specifications” on page A-2 “Printable Area” on page A-3 Publication No.
A-2 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Specifications About this Appendix Provides printer specifications and information on the EP cartridge and the printable area of a page. Specifications Main Unit Printing principle Semiconductor laser beam scanning Xerography Print speed 45 pages per minute (A4 sideways feed, identical content for printing) Warm-up time Max.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Normal printing A-3 CAUTION: The EP cartridge requires special care. Failure to follow these precautions may result in poor printer performance or damage to your printer. Do not remove the EP cartridge from its packing until use. If it is removed, immediately put it back into the packing. Avoid direct sunlight. Keep the EP cartridge in the following environment: z Temperature: 0 to 35ºC Humidity: 15 to 80% RH (no condensation).
A-4 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Printable Area Publication No.
Appendix B Safety Notes and Regulatory Compliances In this Chapter . . . May 04 “About this Appendix” on page B-2 “Safety Notes” on page B-2 “Regulatory Compliances” on page B-5 Publication No.
B-2 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Safety Notes About this Appendix Describes cautions to take when installing, transporting, or operating the printer. Also includes applicable regulatory compliances of your printer. Safety Notes WARNING: Two power specifications are listed below. The specifications that apply to your machine depend on your machine configuration. Connect the power plug only to a properly rated power outlet. Otherwise, it can cause a fire or shock hazard.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Location and Environment Precautions B-3 Switch off the machine before connecting the interface cable or optional accessory. Connecting the cable or accessory with a live machine can cause a shock hazard. CAUTION: Ensure that the plug connection is free of dust. In a damp environment, a contaminated connector can draw a non-negligible amount of current that can generate heat and eventually cause a fire over an extended period of time.
B-4 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Safety Notes Fire, Smoke and Shock Precautions Do not place any liquid container such as a vase or coffee cup on the machine. Spilled water can cause a fire or shock hazard. Do not place any metal part such as staples or clips on the machine. If metal and flammable parts migrate into the machine, they can short internal components, and cause a fire or shock hazard.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Class B Equipment B-5 Regulatory Compliances Class B Equipment This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
B-6 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Regulatory Compliances Since radiation emitted inside the printer is completely confined within the protective housings and external covers, the laser beam cannot escape from the machine during any phase of user operation. The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration implemented regulations for laser products on August 1976. These regulations apply to laser products marketed in the United States.
Appendix C TallyGenicom Customer Support and Part Numbers In this Chapter . . . May 04 “About this Appendix” on page C-2 “Sources of Support” on page C-2 “TallyGenicom Intelliprint mL450 Part Numbers” on page C-3 Publication No.
C-2 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Sources of Support About this Appendix This appendix lists the part numbers for TallyGenicom Intelliprint mL450 printers, options, and consumables. To order parts, contact your local authorized TallyGenicom dealer. This appendix will familarize you with TallyGenicom and how to contact TallyGenicom for support.
TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual Printers C-3 TallyGenicom Intelliprint mL450 Part Numbers Printers TallyGenicom Part Number Description ML450N-CA Intelliprint mL450 Laser Printer, Ethernet, US/Canada ML450N-CC Intelliprint mL450 Laser Printer, Ethernet, C.E. Paper Handling and Other Options TallyGenicom Part Number Description ML450F-TL ML450/LN45 2500 Sheet Feeder ML450F-SA ML450/LN45 3000 Sheet Finisher/Stapler, US/Canada ML450F-SB ML450/LN45 3000 Sheet Finisher/Stapler, C.E.
C-4 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual TallyGenicom Intelliprint mL450 Part Numbers DRAM, FLASH DIMM, Barcode and Hard Disk Drive Options TallyGenicom Part Number Description MLXXXM-64 64MB DRAM Memory DIMM MLXXXM-128 128MB DRAM Memory DIMM MLXXXF--FP 16MB User FLASH DIMM MLXXXF-BP2 DIMM, Barcodes Plus MLXXXF-BE2 DIMM, Barcodes Extended MLXXXF-HD 30 GB Hard Disk Consumables TallyGenicom Part Number Description ML450X-AA 45 PPM Toner Cartridge ML450X-MA 45 PPM Toner Cartridge,
