Xerox DocuPrint Personal Laser Printer P1202 User Manual

The Xerox DocuPrint P1202 Personal Laser PrinterReference Guide

Printer Components1-4 DocuPrint P1202 Reference GuideFigure 1.3 Printer Components, Rear ViewRear ViewRear cover (with face-up output stacker inside)P

Printer FeaturesChapter 1: Introduction 1-5Printer FeaturesYour Xerox DocuPrint P1202 is a compact, easy to use laser printer designed for the small o

Printer Documentation1-6 DocuPrint P1202 Reference GuidePrinter DocumentationYour DocuPrint P1202 is packaged with the followingdocumentation and info

Printer DocumentationChapter 1: Introduction 1-7Using the CD-ROMThe documentation on the CD-ROM is provided as a PDF file, which is opened in Adobe Ac

Printer Documentation1-8 DocuPrint P1202 Reference GuideNote, Caution andWarning SymbolsThroughout this Reference Guide, several symbols are used to e

Chapter 2: Additional Printer Setup Information 2-1Additional Printer Setup Information Chapter2Connecting to the Computer ...

Connecting to the Computer2-2 DocuPrint P1202 Reference GuideConnecting to the ComputerYour printer can be connected to a Windows-based PC or to an Ap

Installing Optional SoftwareChapter 2: Additional Printer Setup Information 2-3Installing Optional SoftwareIncluded with your printer is a CD-ROM cont

Installing Optional Software2-4 DocuPrint P1202 Reference GuideInstalling thePostScript PPDYour Xerox DocuPrint P1202 CD-ROM contains PostScript print

Installing Optional SoftwareChapter 2: Additional Printer Setup Information 2-5Windows 3.1x Installation1From the Control Panel, select Printers Add.2

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Installing Optional Software2-6 DocuPrint P1202 Reference GuideMacintosh Installation1Make sure that the Macintosh and your printer are connected to e

Chapter 3: Additional Print Media Information 3-1Additional Print Media Information Chapter3Selecting Print Media ...

Selecting Print Media3-2 DocuPrint P1202 Reference GuideSelecting Print MediaOne of the most important things you can do to assure the best possible p

Selecting Print MediaChapter 3: Additional Print Media Information 3-3Media Sizes andCapacitiesTable 3.1 shows the DocuPrint P1202 supported media siz

Selecting Print Media3-4 DocuPrint P1202 Reference GuideBasic GuidelinesWhen selecting or loading paper, envelopes, or other special media, keep these

Chapter 4: Printing 4-1Printing Chapter4Printing in Windows ... 4-2Configuring the PCL Drivers

Printing in Windows4-2 DocuPrint P1202 Reference GuidePrinting in WindowsThe following procedure describes the general steps required for printing fro

Configuring the PCL DriversChapter 4: Printing 4-3Configuring the PCL DriversSelecting YourPrinterTo use all of the features of your DocuPrint P1202,

Configuring the PCL Drivers4-4 DocuPrint P1202 Reference GuideSetting PropertiesThe DocuPrint P1202 printer driver’s Print Setup dialog box allows you

Configuring the PCL DriversChapter 4: Printing 4-5PCL 6 DriverFeaturesPaper/OutputUse this tab to change the number of copies, page orientation, paper

Contents iDocuPrint P1202 Reference Guide Chapter 1 Introduction ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 1-1Overview...

Configuring the PCL Drivers4-6 DocuPrint P1202 Reference GuideImage QualityUse this tab to change resolution and enhancement, graphic settings, graphi

Manual Duplex PrintingChapter 4: Printing 4-7Manual Duplex PrintingYour DocuPrint P1202 will print duplex (two-sided) pages by specifying duplex print

Booklet Printing4-8 DocuPrint P1202 Reference GuideBooklet PrintingYour DocuPrint P1202 PCL 6 driver gives you the capability to print your document i

PostScript Driver FeaturesChapter 4: Printing 4-9PostScript Driver FeaturesTable 4.1 lists the features that can be set in the PostScript driver under

Using Printer Utilities4-10 DocuPrint P1202 Reference GuideUsing Printer UtilitiesYour Xerox DocuPrint P1202 CD contains the following utilities, whic

Using Printer UtilitiesChapter 4: Printing 4-11The screen includes the following tabs.PRINTINGUse this tab to control the following printer features:•

Using Printer Utilities4-12 DocuPrint P1202 Reference GuideCONFIGUse this tab to control the following printer features:• Power Save determines the le

Using Printer UtilitiesChapter 4: Printing 4-13JOBUse this tab to control the following printer features:• Timeout determines the amount of time (in s

Using Printer Utilities4-14 DocuPrint P1202 Reference GuideINTERFACEUse this tab to control the following printer features (when using the serial port

Using Printer UtilitiesChapter 4: Printing 4-15PCL 5eThese settings are used by DOS applications. Be aware that Windows applications will override the

DocuPrint P1202 Reference Guide Chapter 4 Printing .. ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 4-1Printing in Windows

Using Printer Utilities4-16 DocuPrint P1202 Reference GuidePS 2This will allow printing of the PostScript font list (only available when the PostScrip

Chapter 5: Maintaining the Printer 5-1Maintaining the Printer Chapter5Cleaning the Printer ...

Cleaning the Printer5-2 DocuPrint P1202 Reference GuideCleaning the PrinterThis section contains some general guidelines for keeping your DocuPrint P1

Cleaning the PrinterChapter 5: Maintaining the Printer 5-3Cleaning the InsideWhen paper jams occur, unfused toner on the paper can fall off the paper

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Chapter 6: Troubleshooting 6-1Troubleshooting Chapter6Solving Printing Problems ... 6-2Solving Print Qua

Solving Printing Problems6-2 DocuPrint P1202 Reference GuideSolving Printing ProblemsIf you have any problems with the operation of your DocuPrint P12

Solving Printing ProblemsChapter 6: Troubleshooting 6-3Table 6.1 Printer Operation ProblemsProblem Possible Cause RemedyThe printer does not print.You

Solving Printing Problems6-4 DocuPrint P1202 Reference GuidePaper is not fed into the printer.Paper has not been loaded correctly.Remove the paper tra

Solving Printing ProblemsChapter 6: Troubleshooting 6-5The printer prints the wrong data, or it prints incorrect characters.The printer cable is not c

DocuPrint P1202 Reference Guide Appendix A Environmental and Safety Considerations ... A-1Introduction ...

Solving Printing Problems6-6 DocuPrint P1202 Reference GuidePrinting is too slow. If using Windows 3.1x, Print Manager may be disabled.From the Contro

Solving Print Quality ProblemsChapter 6: Troubleshooting 6-7Solving Print Quality ProblemsIf you have any problems with the printed output of your Doc

Solving Print Quality Problems6-8 DocuPrint P1202 Reference GuideTable 6.2 Print Quality ProblemsProblem Possible Cause RemedyIrregular faded patches

Solving Print Quality ProblemsChapter 6: Troubleshooting 6-9Missing characters The paper may be too damp. Try printing with a different batch of pape

Solving PostScript Problems6-10 DocuPrint P1202 Reference GuideSolving PostScript ProblemsTable 6.3 contains problems that may occur with PostScript p

Obtaining ServiceChapter 6: Troubleshooting 6-11Obtaining ServiceIf you’re unable to solve your printer problems, you may want to call the Xerox Helpl

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Appendix A: Environmental and Safety Considerations A-1Environmental and Safety Considerations Appendix AIntroduction ...

IntroductionA-2 DocuPrint P1202 Reference GuideIntroductionThe Xerox DocuPrint P1202 and its supplies are designed and tested to meet strict safety re

Laser SafetyAppendix A: Environmental and Safety Considerations A-3Laser SafetyThe Xerox DocuPrint P1202 complies with laser product performance stand

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Ozone SafetyA-4 DocuPrint P1202 Reference GuideOzone SafetyDuring normal operation, the Xerox DocuPrint P1202 produces ozone. The ozone produced does

Operational SafetyAppendix A: Environmental and Safety Considerations A-5Operational SafetyThe Xerox DocuPrint P1202 and its supplies were designed an

Operational SafetyA-6 DocuPrint P1202 Reference Guide• Use only the power cord supplied with your Xerox DocuPrint P1202.• Do not use a ground adapter

Operational SafetyAppendix A: Environmental and Safety Considerations A-7• Do not place objects on the power cable.• Do not place the printer on an un

Operational SafetyA-8 DocuPrint P1202 Reference Guide• Never use supplies or cleaning materials for purposes other than what they were intended. Keep

Appendix B: Printer Options B-1Printer Options Appendix BIntroduction ... B-2Preca

IntroductionB-2 DocuPrint P1202 Reference GuideIntroductionYour DocuPrint P1202 is a full-featured laser printer that has been optimized to meet most

PrecautionsAppendix B: Printer Options B-3PrecautionsDISCONNECT THE POWER CORD: Never remove the printer control board while the printer is plugged in

Memory and PostScript SIMMsB-4 DocuPrint P1202 Reference GuideMemory and PostScript SIMMsAdditional printer memory and the PostScript option are provi

Memory and PostScript SIMMsAppendix B: Printer Options B-53Remove the metal plate in the direction of the arrow.4Locate the PostScript SIMM slot (the

Chapter 1: Introduction 1-1Introduction Chapter1Overview ... 1-2Printer Compon

Memory and PostScript SIMMsB-6 DocuPrint P1202 Reference Guide7Install the PostScript SIMM into the first slot labeled “DRAM” as shown, slightly angle

Memory and PostScript SIMMsAppendix B: Printer Options B-711Replace the control board cover.12Reconnect the power cord and turn on the power.For PostS

Serial/LocalTalk CardB-8 DocuPrint P1202 Reference GuideSerial/LocalTalk CardThe Serial/LocalTalk option lets you connect your DocuPrint P1202 to a PC

Serial/LocalTalk CardAppendix B: Printer Options B-93Remove the metal plate in the direction of the arrow.4Unplug the two connectors from the control

Serial/LocalTalk CardB-10 DocuPrint P1202 Reference Guide7Slide the control board back into the printer.8Insert the control board in place, and tighte

Serial/LocalTalk CardAppendix B: Printer Options B-1111Replace the control board cover.12Reconnect the power cord and turn on the power.To print docum

B-12 DocuPrint P1202 Reference GuidePaper Tray 2You can increase the paper handling capacity of your DocuPrint P1202 by installing the optional Tray 2

Paper Tray 2Appendix B: Printer Options B-132Observe the location of the support unit’s connector and tabs .3Align the printer with the support uni

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Appendix C: Macintosh Setup and Printing C-1Macintosh Setup and Printing Appendix CRequirements for Printing ...

Overview1-2 DocuPrint P1202 Reference GuideOverviewIn this chapter, you will become familiar with the features of your printer and learn where to loca

Requirements for PrintingC-2 DocuPrint P1202 Reference GuideRequirements for PrintingMinimum system requirements for Macintosh• Mac OS 7.0 or later• L

Printing a DocumentAppendix C: Macintosh Setup and Printing C-3Printing a DocumentThe following procedure describes general steps required for printin

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Appendix D: Language Codes D-1Language Codes Appendix D

Language CodesD-2 DocuPrint P1202 Reference GuideCode LanguageBG BulgarianCS CzechDA DanishDE GermanEL GreekEN EnglishES SpanishET EstonianFI FinnishF

Index IXDocuPrint P1202 Reference GuideAApple MacintoshSee MacintoshBBooklet printing • 4-8CCard stockCapacity • 3-3CD-ROM • 1-7Cleaning the printer •

LDocuPrint P1202 Reference GuideLLabelsCapacity • 3-3See also MediaLaser print cartridgeLocation • 1-3LocalTalk interface • 2-2LocalTalk option • B-2I

SDocuPrint P1202 Reference GuideSSafety issues • A-1 A-8Serial interface • 2-2Serial numberLocation • 1-3Serial option • B-2Installing • B-8 B-11Statu

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Printer ComponentsChapter 1: Introduction 1-3Printer ComponentsUse Figures 1.1 through 1.3 to identify the main components of your DocuPrint P1202.Fig