ALFA 20DX manual Using the Front Feeder to Print Multiple Pieces of Media

Page 36

Using the Front Feeder to Print Multiple Pieces of Media

To set up the printer for multiple-piece print jobs using the Front Feeder:

1.In your software program:

a.Enter the printer setup menu.

b.Select Front Feeder.

c.Select the media type, size and orientation.

2.Lower the printer’s Front Feeder.

3. Flip out the tray, then pivot out the extender.

4.Enter the Level-1 menu and make changes:

a.Press the ON LINE button (printer goes off line).

b.Press MENU 1/Menu 2 until TRAY SELECT displays.

c.Press ENTER.

d.Make sure that MANUAL FEED is set to OFF (the factory default), then press ENTER.

e.Press MENU 1/Menu 2 (display reads PAPER FEED).

f.Press ♣/Reset until the display reads FRONT TRAY, then press ENTER to engage the setting (an Asterisk will appear next to FRONT TRAY).

g.Press ON LINE to return the printer to on-line status.

Note: When you are done printing using the Front Feeder, reenter the Level-1 menu and change the PAPER FEED setting back to its former setting (normally TRAY 1).

5. Open the rear paper exit path (not required for standard weight paper).

6.Adjust the Front Feeder paper width guides for the media you will be using and load the print media.

Note: Insert letterhead paper face-up, with the top edge of the paper nosed into the printer.

7.Send the print job.

Note: The software application will override the printer menu settings.

E–28	Chapter 4: The Front Feeder

Image 36

Contents Okidata Publications Department OkidataContents Duplex Printing Important Safety Instructions English-iiiWarranty Enhancement Programs OKI ExtendOKI On-Site For more informationFCC/IC/CE Statements English-vFCC/IC/CE Setting Up Check the contentsSelect a Suitable Location UnpackGetting to Know Your Printer Front ViewSetting Up Prepare the Image DrumInstall the Toner Paper Specifications Load PaperPaper Feed Paths Load the Paper Tray Paper Tray GaugeStoring Paper Select a Paper Exit PathTop Paper Exit Rear Paper ExitBi-Directional Parallel Mode Connect to Your ComputerParallel Connection Attach the Parallel CableParallel Interface Pin Assignments ECPSerial Mode Serial Connection RS232-CAttach the Serial Cable RS232-C Serial InterfaceConnect to Power Install the Printer SoftwareCheck the Menu Model 20DX Only Print the DemoPaper Size Indicator Control PanelSelect the Display Language Control Panel LightsControl Panel Button Functions Button Function SummarySelecting Printer Features Using Your Printer Driver Selecting Printer Features Using the Printer Main MenusHow to Use the Main Menus Printer MenusQuick Access Menus Using the Level-1 MenuLevel-1 Menu Settings Printer MenusSummary of Level-1 Categories Light to Heavy weight values are same as specified for Tray Fonts & Symbols Default settings below are in italic Using the Level-2 Menu Level-2 Menu SettingsSummary of Level-2 Categories Auto Operation Clearable Wrnings Summary of Maintenance Menu Categories Maintenance Menu SettingsDUP ADJ Page Front Feeder English-27Envelopes Using the Front Feeder to Print Multiple Pieces of Media Setting up Manual Feed for Standard Weight Paper Front Feeder Printing Individual Pieces Manual FeedManual Feed Standard Paper Front FeederSetting up to Print an Envelope Manual Feed EnvelopesSetting up to Print Labels Manual Feed LabelsSetting up to Print a Transparency Manual Feed TransparenciesHeavy Card Stock Specifications Setting up to Print Heavy StockManual Feed Heavy Card Stock Using the Automatic Tray Switch Feature Printer goes off-lineDuplex Printing Portrait Versus LandscapeDuplex Printing Windows NT Duplex Printing WindowsClick Start, Settings, Printers Click Document DefaultsClick Properties Click Print on Both Sides Duplex PrintingFonts Available FontsPrinting a Sample of Resident Fonts Summary of Available FontsCG Omega 61 Symbol Sets Univers Condensed 61 Symbol SetsAntique Olive 61 Symbol Sets Garamond 61 Symbol SetsUsing Bar Code Fonts Symbol SetsSelecting Fonts Adobe PostScript Fonts OptionPage Accessories Optional Paper Handling AccessoriesAdditional Options Simm Configurations Expanded Memory SIMMsMB P/N Maintenance General Consumables InformationToner Cartridge Type 7 P/N Image Drum Type 7 P/NReplacing the Toner Cartridge P/N Maintenance Precautions Replacing the Image Drum Cartridge P/NDisplays Cleaning the LED Array Generating a Drum CleaningProblem Solving Paper JamsPaper Jam Messages English-49Why Paper Jams Occur Clearing Paper JamsClearing a Paper Input Jam Problem Solving Clearing a Paper Feed JamClearing Duplex Feeder Paper Jams Clearing a Paper Exit JamClearing Duplex Feeder Input Jams Clearing a Duplex Feeder Open JamClearing Duplex Feeder Jams 1 Printer Display Messages Clearing Duplex Feeder JamMessage Error Message OFF-LINE Message Paper OUTPrint Quality Problems Message ResetMessage Printing Blank sheets printedHas gray background Prints all blackHas repeating marks An oblong area of faint print appears on eachFaded print after installation Print is smeared or blotchedPrinted page is light or blurred Bold characters and dark lines are smearedAdjusting Print Quality Software ProblemsMaintenance Menu Level-1 MenuStrange symbols appear during normal printing Last page of document is not printedFirst line on page won’t print Graphics won’t position properlyHardware Problems OdorsAppendix a Service & Support How to Get ServiceOkidata Service Centers Purchasing SuppliesInternet Ways to PurchaseAppendix B Specifications General SpecificationsPaper Handling Specifications Environmental SpecificationsElectrical Specifications Physical SpecificationsPower Specifications are subject to change without noticeAppendix C Installing SIMMs Installing SIMMsEnglish-67 Pull the side panel out and remove it from the printer Appendix C Installing SIMMs Print Menu displays then the menu prints Limited Warranty On-Site RepairEnglish-71 United States CanadaArgentina ChileMaterial Safety Data Sheet Okipage 20 TonerSpill Cleanup and Disposal Special PrecautionsHealth Hazard Data Reactivity DataIndex English-75IBM Proprinter emulation Index 65-66Page