User manual BROTHER HL-1850

Brother Laser Printer HL-1800 series USER'S GUIDE Please read this guide thoroughly before you use the printer. You can print or view this guide from the CD-ROM at any time. Please keep the CD-ROM in a convenient place for quick and easy reference at all times. Version 0 Laser Printer HL-1800 series USER'S GUIDE (For USA & Canada only) IMPORTANT NOTE: If you have any questions about using your printer, you must call while you are in the country where you purchased the machine. In USA In Canada 1-800-276-7746 1-800-853-6660 1-514-685-6464 In Montreal If you have any comments or suggestions, please write us at: In USA Printer Customer Support Brother International Corporation 15 Musick Irvine, CA 92618 Brother International Corporation (Canada), Ltd. - Marketing Dept. 1, rue Hôtel de Ville Dollard-des-Ormeaux, PQ, Canada H9B 3H6 In Canada BROTHER FAX-BACK SYSTEM Brother Customer Service has set up an easy-to-use fax-back system so you can get instant answers to common technical questions and information about our products. This is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We can send the information to any fax machine, not just the one from which you are calling. Call and follow the voice prompts to receive faxed instructions on how to use the system and your index of fax-back subjects. In USA In Canada 1-800-521-2846 1-800-685-5381 1-514-685-5381 In Montreal DEALERS/SERVICE CENTERS (USA only) For the name of a Brother authorized dealer or service center, call 1-800-284-4357. SERVICE CENTERS (Canada only) For service center addresses in Canada, call 1-800-853-6660. INTERNET ADDRESS Brother Global Web Site: http://www.brother.com For Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), Product Support, Technical Questions and Driver Updates: http://solutions.brother.com (USA only) For Brother Accessories and Supplies: http://www.brothermall.com i Definitions of Warnings, Cautions and Notes The following conventions are used in this User's Guide: Warning Indicates warnings that must be observed to prevent possible personal injury. ! Caution Indicates cautions that must be observed to use the printer properly or prevent damage to the printer. Note Indicates notes and useful tips to remember when using the printer. ii To Use the Printer Safely Warning After you have just used the printer, some internal parts of the printer are extremely HOT! When you open the covers of the printer, never touch the shaded parts shown in the following illustrations. ! Caution After you have just used the printer, some internal parts of the printer are extremely HOT! Wait for the printer to cool down before you touch the internal parts of the printer. iii TABLE OF CONTENTS Definitions of Warnings, Cautions and Notes .................................... ii To Use the Printer Safely ................................................................. iii TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................................... iv CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER What Is in the Carton................................................ 1-1 Components...................................................................................1-1 General View..................................................................................1-3 Positioning the Printer .............................................. 1-5 Power supply..................................................................................1-5 Environment ...................................................................................1-6 What Kind of Paper Can I Use? ............................... 1-7 Type and Size of Paper..................................................................1-7 Choose the Paper Size, Media Type and so on in the Printer Driver Settings ..........................................................................................1-9 PCL Driver ..................................................................................................... 1-9 PS Driver ..................................................................................................... 1-10 Macintosh Driver.......................................................................................... 1-11 Printable Area.............................................................................................. 1-13 Printing from the Paper Cassette .................................................1-14 Printing from the Multi-purpose Tray ............................................1-17 Printing to the Face Up Output Tray (Face up printing) ...............1-20 Printing Envelopes .......................................................................1-22 Printing on Labels and Transparencies ........................................1-27 Printing on Both Sides of the Paper (Duplex printing) .................1-30 Booklet Printing (For PCL Driver Only).........................................1-34 Manual Feed ................................................................................1-36 iv 2 CHAPTER 2 DRIVER AND SOFTWARE Printer Driver ............................................................ 2-1 Features in the PCL Printer Driver (Windows® Users Only) ...........2-2 Basic Tab ....................................................................................................... 2-2 Advanced Tab ................................................................................................ 2-3 Accessories ................................................................................................... 2-8 Support Tab ................................................................................................... 2-9 Features in the PS Printer Driver (Windows® Users Only) ...........2-10 Details Tab ................................................................................................... 2-10 Paper Tab .................................................................................................... 2-11 Graphics ...................................................................................................... 2-12 Device Options ............................................................................................ 2-13 Features in the PS Printer Driver (Mac OS® 8.6 to 9.2/Mac OS® X 10.1 only)...................................2-14 Page Setup.................................................................................................. 2-14 Layout.......................................................................................................... 2-15 Specific Options........................................................................................... 2-16 Software for Networks ..................................................................2-17 Software installation for Windows Computers ..............................2-18 Software Installation for Macintosh Computers ............................2-19 Apple LaserWriter 8 Driver .......................................................................... 2-19 PostScript Printer Description Files (PPDs)................................................. 2-19 Automatic Emulation Selection............................... 2-20 Automatic Interface Selection................................. 2-21 Printer Settings....................................................... 2-22 Factory Settings ...........................................................................2-22 v CHAPTER 3 CONTROL PANEL Control Panel............................................................ 3-1 Buttons ..................................................................... 3-2 Go Button .......................................................................................3-3 Job Cancel Button ..........................................................................3-4 Reprint Button ................................................................................3-5 Reprinting the Last JOB ................................................................................ 3-6 Printing SECURE Data.................................................................................. 3-8 Menu (+ / -- / Set / Back) Button ...................................................3-11 + / ­ Button .................................................................................................. 3-11 Set Button.................................................................................................... 3-12 Back Button ................................................................................................. 3-12 LED ........................................................................ 3-13 DATA - Orange LED..................................................................................... 3-13 LCD Display ........................................................... 3-14 BACK LIGHTS .............................................................................3-14 Printer Status Messages ............................................................................. 3-15 How to Use the Control Panel ......................................................3-16 Control Panel Menus....................................................................3-18 INFORMATION............................................................................................ 3-19 PAPER......................................................................................................... 3-20 QUALITY ..................................................................................................... 3-20 SETUP......................................................................................................... 3-21 PRINT MENU .............................................................................................. 3-22 NETWORK .................................................................................................. 3-26 INTERFACE................................................................................................. 3-27 RESET MENU ............................................................................................. 3-28 Set IP Address............................................................................................. 3-29 About Emulation Modes .............................................................................. 3-30 List of Factory Settings ................................................................................ 3-31 vi CHAPTER 4 OPTIONS Optional Accessories................................................ 4-1 Lower Tray Unit (LT-500) ......................................... 4-2 Installing the Lower Tray Unit .........................................................4-3 Network Option NC-4100h (For HL-1850 User Only)4-5 Installing the Network Board...........................................................4-5 RAM Expansion........................................................ 4-9 Installing Additional Memory.........................................................4-13 IrDA Interface (IR-1000) ......................................... 4-16 Optional Font Package (BS-3000).......................... 4-17 CHAPTER 5 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Replacing the Consumables..................................... 5-1 Replacing Maintenance Parts........................................................................ 5-2 Toner Cartridge.............................................................................................. 5-3 TONER LOW Message.................................................................................. 5-4 TONER EMPTY Message ............................................................................. 5-5 Replacing the Toner Cartridge....................................................................... 5-5 CHANGE DRUM SOON Message............................................................... 5-11 Replacing the Drum Unit ............................................................................. 5-11 Cleaning .......................................................................................5-14 Cleaning the Printer Exterior ....................................................................... 5-14 Cleaning the Printer Interior ........................................................................ 5-15 Cleaning the Corona Wire ........................................................................... 5-17 Maintenance Messages................................................................5-19 vii CHAPTER 6 TROUBLESHOOTING LCD Messages......................................................... 6-1 Error Messages ..............................................................................6-1 Maintenance Messages..................................................................6-3 Service Call Messages ...................................................................6-4 Troubleshooting Paper Handling .............................. 6-5 Paper Jams and How to Clear Them ....................... 6-6 JAM TRAY1 ...................................................................................6-7 JAM TRAY2 ...................................................................................6-9 JAM MP TRAY .............................................................................6-10 JAM INSIDE .................................................................................6-11 JAM REAR ...................................................................................6-13 JAM DUPLEX...............................................................................6-17 PAPER JAM.................................................................................6-20 Improving the Print Quality ..................................... 6-23 How to Print Correctly ............................................ 6-29 Other Problems ...................................................... 6-30 For DOS Users.............................................................................6-30 BR-Script 3 Language ..................................................................6-31 viii APPENDIX Printer Specifications................................................A-1 Print Media and Size ..................................................................... A-5 What Is Important When You Choose Paper to Use with This Printer.................................................................................... A-8 Emulation Modes....................................................A-11 HP LaserJet Mode....................................................................................... A-11 BR-Script 3 Mode ........................................................................................ A-11 EPSON FX-850 and IBM Proprinter XL Modes........................................... A-12 Resident Fonts .......................................................A-13 66 Scalable and 12 Bitmapped Fonts.......................................... A-13 HP LaserJet, EPSON FX-850 and IBM Proprinter XL Modes ..................... A-13 BR-Script 3 Mode ........................................................................................ A-15 Symbol Sets / Character Sets ................................A-16 OCR Symbol Sets ....................................................................... A-16 HP LaserJet Mode....................................................................... A-17 EPSON Mode.............................................................................. A-18 IBM Mode.................................................................................... A-18 Trademarks ................................................................................. A-23 Regulations ............................................................A-24 INDEX ................................................................. I-1 ix CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER C H A PTER 1 A B O U T TH I S PR I N TER 1 What Is in the Carton Components When you unpack the printer, check to see that you have all of the following parts. 4 1 5 6 3 Fig. 1-1 2 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Drum Unit Assembly (with Toner Cartridge) Documentation CD-ROM Printer AC Power Cord Paper Cassette 1-1 Note · An interface cable is not a standard accessory. Some computers have both a USB and a parallel port. Please purchase the appropriate cable for the interface you intend to use. Most parallel cables support bidirectional communication, but some might have an incompatible pin assignment or may not be IEEE 1284-compliant. Do not use a parallel cable that is longer than 3 metres (10 feet). The power cord may differ slightly from this figure depending on the country where you purchased the printer. When you use a USB cable, make sure to use a high-speed twisted cable (12Mbps), and connect it to the USB connector of your PC. Do not use the USB connector on the front of your PC or on the iMac's keyboard. · · · 1-2 CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER General View Fig. 1-2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Control Panel Cover Release Button Paper Cassette Multi-purpose Tray Extension Flap Front cover Multi-purpose Tray Extension Face Down Output Tray 1-3 Fig. 1-3 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Interface Cover Parallel Interface Connector USB Connector PCB Access Plate Power Switch AC Power Inlet Duplex Tray Paper Adjustment Lever for Duplex Printing Face Up Output Tray Face Up Tray Extension 1-4 CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER Positioning the Printer Please note the following before using the printer. Power supply Use the printer within the specified power range: AC power: · AC 220-240 V 50/60 Hz or · AC 100-120 V 50/60 Hz The power cord, including extensions, should not exceed 5 metres (16 ½ feet). Do not share the same power circuit with other high-power appliances such as an air conditioner, copier, shredder and so on. If you cannot avoid using the printer with these appliances, we recommend that you use an isolation transformer or a high-frequency noise filter. Use a voltage regulator if the power source is not stable. 1-5 Environment Use the printer only within the following ranges of temperature and humidity: Ambient temperature: Ambient humidity: 10°C to 32.5°C (50°F to 90.5°F) 20% to 80% (without condensation) Do not block the air exit on top of the printer. Do not place objects on top of the printer, especially on the air vent. Ventilate the room in which you use the printer. Do not put the printer in direct sunlight. Use a blind or a heavy curtain to protect the printer from direct sunlight if you have to put the printer near a window. Do not install the printer near devices that contain magnets or generate magnetic fields. Do not drop, bang or shake the printer. Do not expose the printer to open flames or salty or corrosive gases. Put the printer on a flat, horizontal surface. Keep the printer clean. Do not install the printer in a dusty place. Do not install the printer near an air conditioner. Do not put the printer where the air vent of the printer can be blocked. Keep a gap of approximately 100 mm (4 inches) between the air vent and the wall. 1-6 CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER What Kind of Paper Can I Use? Type and Size of Paper The names we used for the paper trays and their LCD panel descriptions are shown below: Upper Paper Tray Multi-purpose Tray Optional Lower Tray Tray 1 MP tray Tray 2 The printer usually loads paper from the installed Multi-purpose Tray, Upper Paper Tray or Optional Lower Paper Tray. Note Use your computer to view each selection in the following table Click on the ticks in the following table when you want to see detailed information about each selection. Media Type Plain Paper Recycled Paper Bond Paper Thick Paper Transparencies Tray 1 MP tray Tray 2 Duplex Printing Select the Media Type from the printer driver Plain paper Plain paper Bond paper Thick paper or Thicker paper Transparencies Label Envelopes Plain paper Envelopes Envelopes ­ Thin Envelopes - Thick Thick paper or Thicker paper Card Stock 1-7 Upper Paper Tray (Tray 1) Multi-purpose Tray (MP Tray) Width: 70 to 216 mm (2.75 to 8.5 in.) Length: 116 to 356 mm (4.57 to 14.0 in.) 100 sheets 2 (80 g/m or 21 lbs.) Legal : 30 8.5 x 13 in. : 30 labels : 10 Optional Lower Tray Unit (Tray 2) A4, Letter, Legal, B5 (JIS), B5 (ISO), Executive, A5 Duplex Printing A4, Letter, Legal Paper Size A4, Letter, Legal, 8.5 x 13 in., B5 (JIS), B5 (ISO), Executive, A5, A6, B6 Capacity 250 sheets 2 (80 g/m or 21 lbs.) 250 sheets 2 (80 g/m or 21 lbs.) We recommend the following print methods (output tray) for each paper media type: Media Type Paper Output Face Down Face up Notes Plain Paper Thick Paper Recycled Paper Transparencies Label Envelopes Card Stock 60 g/m to 105 g/m (16 to 28 lbs.) 2 2 2 105 g/m to 161 g/m (28 to 43 lbs.) 2 OHP films Note · · When you print on a double-flap envelope, place it side ways in the Multi-purpose Tray. You can set the priority of the paper sources in Paper Mode from the Control Panel. For more information about the paper settings, see Chapter 3. 1-8 CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER Choose the Paper Size, Media Type and so on in the Printer Driver Settings Before printing, choose the Paper size, Media type, Paper Source in the Printer Driver. ! PCL Driver Select the Paper Size and Layout (Multiple Page). Select the Orientation, number of Copies and Media Type. Select the Paper Source. 1-9 ! PS Driver Select the Paper size. Select the Layout and Orientation. Select the Paper source and number of Copies. Select the Printer features, and then select the Media Type. 1-10 CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER ! Macintosh Driver In Page Attributes, select the Paper size, Orientation and Scaling. In General, select the number of Copies and Paper Source. In Layout, select the Pages per sheet, Layout direction and Border. Select Print on Both Sides if you want this to be a two-sided document. 1-11 Recommended paper Europe Plain Paper Xerox Premier 80 g/m 2 USA Xerox 4200DP 20 lb Champion Paper One 20 lb Hammermill Laser Paper 24 lb Xerox Business 80 g/m2 IGEPA X-Press 80 g/m2 Recycled Paper Transparency Label Steinbis Recycling Copy 80 g/m2 3M CG3300 Avery laser label L7163 3M CG 3300 Avery laser label #5160 Before buying a lot of paper, please test some paper to make sure that it is suitable. Use paper that is designed for plain paper copying Use paper that is 75 to 90 g/m2 Use neutral paper. Do not use acidic or alkaline paper. Use Long grain paper Use paper with a moisture content of about 5% This printer can use recycled paper that meets the DIN 19309 specification. Recommended paper should have the following technical specifications: Basis Wait 75 ­ 90 (g/m2) Thickness 80-110 (micrometer) Roughness Higher than 20 (seconds) Stiffness 90-150 (cm3/100) Grain Direction Long Grain Volume Resistivity 10e9-10e11 (ohm) Surface Resistivity 10e10 ­ 10e12 (ohm-cm) Filler CaCO3 (Neutral) Ash Content below 23 (wt%) Brightness higher than 80 (%) Opacity higher than 85 (%) 1-12 CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER ! Printable Area The figure below shows the part of the paper that will be printed on. Portrait Letter A4 4.2 mm 3.4 mm 4.2 mm 3.4 mm 1 0.17 inch (4.2 mm) 2 0.25 inch (6.35 mm) 3 0.17 inch (4.2 mm) 4 0.25 inch (6.35 mm) Fig. 1-4 Landscape 1 2 0.2 inch (5.08 mm) 3 0.17 inch (4.2 mm) 4 0.2 inch (5.08 mm) Letter 0.17 inch (4.2 mm) A4 4.2 mm 5.0 mm 4.2 mm 5.0 mm Fig. 1-5 1-13 Printing from the Paper Cassette 1. Pull the paper cassette completely out of the printer. Fig. 1-6 2. Adjust the paper guides at the right-hand side and back of the paper cassette to match the paper size you want to load. Make sure that the tips of the paper guides fit into the slots correctly. Fig. 1-7 1-14 CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER For Legal or 8.5 x 13 in. paper While pressing the Universal Guide Release Lever, extend the back of the Paper cassette. Fig. 1-8 3. Put paper into the paper cassette. Make sure that the paper is flat in the cassette at all four corners and below the limit mark. Fig. 1-9 Note Do not put more than 250 sheets of paper (80 g/m2 or 21 lb.) in the cassette or the paper may jam. You can load paper up to the lines on the sliding guide. 1-15 4. Put the paper cassette back into the printer. Make sure it is completely in the printer. Note · Extend the Extension Flap to prevent the paper from sliding off the Face Down Output Tray. · If you choose not to extend the Extension Flap, we recommend that you remove paper as soon as it comes out of the printer. When you print on transparencies, use the Face Down Output Tray. Fig. 1-10 5. Choose the Paper Size, Media Type, Paper Source and so on from the Printer Driver. 1-16 CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER Printing from the Multi-purpose Tray Note · For correct printing, you must select the same paper size from within your software application as the paper in the tray. · If your application software does not support paper size selection in its Print menu, you can change the paper size by using the paper menu on the printer control panel. For more information, see Chapter 3. 1. Open the Multi-purpose Tray. Fig. 1-11 2. Unfold the Multi-purpose Tray Extension. Fig. 1-12 1-17 3. Place paper in the Multi-purpose Tray so it touches the back of the tray and remains below the limit mark. Fig. 1-13 Note When you place paper on the Multi-purpose Tray, note the following: 2 · If you will be printing on paper that weighs more than 135 g/m (36 lbs), use the Face Up Output Tray. · Insert the leading edge of the paper first and push it gently into the tray. · If you use pre-printed paper in the Multi-purpose Tray, the paper should be inserted top edge first with the printed side face up. 4. Press and slide the Paper Width Adjuster on the right-hand side to fit the paper. Fig. 1-14 1-18 CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER Note · Make sure that the paper is neatly stacked and is correctly seated in the Multi-purpose Tray; otherwise, paper may not be fed correctly, resulting in skewed printouts or paper jams. · During printing, the inside of the Multi-purpose tray automatically rises to feed paper into the printer. · When you print on transparencies, use the Face Down Output Tray. 5. Select the MP Tray from paper source. Paper source is in the Basic tab of the printer driver. 1-19 Printing to the Face Up Output Tray (Face up printing) When the Face Up Output Tray is open, the printer has a straight paper path from the Paper Cassette or Multi-purpose Tray to the rear of the printer. Use this output method when you want to print on special media that is thick or should not be bent, such as labels, card stock or envelopes. When you use Transparencies, print to the Face Down Output Tray. 1. Open the Face Up Output Tray. Fig. 1-15 2. Unfold the Face Up Output Tray Extension. Fig. 1-16 1-20 CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER 3. Place the paper into the Paper Cassette or Multi-purpose Tray. 4. After the printer ejects all the printed pages, remove them and close the Face Up Output Tray. 1-21 Printing Envelopes Types of envelope to avoid Do not use envelopes: · that are damaged, curled, wrinkled, or irregularly shaped; · that are extremely shiny or highly textured; · with clasps, snaps or tie strings; · with self-adhesive closures; · that are of baggy construction; · that are not sharply creased; · that are embossed (that have raised writing on them); · that were previously printed by a laser printer; · that are pre-printed on the inside; · that cannot be arranged uniformly when put in a pile; · that are made of paper that weighs more than the paper-weight specifications for the printer; · that have been badly made, with edges that are not straight or consistently square; or · with transparent windows, holes, cutouts or perforations. Fig. 1-17 If you use any of the types of envelope listed above, they may damage your printer. This damage is not covered under any warranty or service agreement. 1-22 CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER Note · Before you print envelopes, you must `fan' the stack of envelopes well to avoid paper jams and misfeeds. · · · · · When you print on double-flap envelopes, place them sideways in the Multi-purpose Tray. Do not load different types of paper at the same time in the Multipurpose Tray because paper jams and misfeeds may occur. Do not print on envelopes using Duplex Printing. For correct printing, you must choose the same paper size from within your software application as the paper in the tray. If your application software does not support paper size selection in its print menu, you can change the paper size by using the paper menu on the printer control panel. For more information, see Chapter 3. 1. Open the Multi-purpose Tray. Fig. 1-18 1-23 2. Unfold the Multi-purpose Tray Extension. Fig. 1-19 3. Open the Face Up Output Tray and pull out the extension flap. Fig. 1-20 4. Place envelopes, with the side to be printed on face up, in the Multi-purpose tray so they touch the back of the tray and remain below the limit mark. Fig. 1-21 1-24 CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER Note If DL size double-flap envelopes were creased after they have been printed, put in new DL size double-flap envelopes sideways, and print again. Note When you place paper in the Multi-purpose Tray, note the following: · If you will be printing on paper that weighs more than 135 g/m2 (36 lbs), use the Face Up Output Tray. · Insert the leading edge of the paper first and push it gently into the tray. · The top of the paper stack must be under the guides that are on both sides of the tray. The maximum thickness is 11 mm (or 0.43 inch). 1-25 5. Press and slide the paper width adjuster to fit the envelope size. Fig. 1-21 Note · Make sure that neatly stacked envelopes are correctly seated in the Multi-purpose Tray; otherwise, envelopes may not be fed correctly, resulting in skewed printouts or paper jams. 6. Select the driver setting as follows: Paper Size Envelope Size Media Envelopes Envelopes-Thin Envelopes-Thick Paper Source MP tray 1-26 CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER Printing on Labels and Transparencies · · · · Do not use damaged, curled, wrinkled, or irregularly shaped paper. Do not use labels without a mount. We recommend that you use labels and transparencies that are made for laser printers. Use labels and transparencies that can withstand intense heat; the interior of the printer reaches very high temperatures while printing. Fig. 1-22 Note · Before using paper with holes, such as organizer sheets, you must fan the stack of paper well to avoid paper jams and misfeeds. · · · · · Do not place the punched holes of organizer sheets near the actuator (paper sensor). Do not use organizer sheets that are stuck together. The glue on them might cause damage to the printer. Do not load different types of paper at the same time in the paper cassette because this may cause paper jams or misfeeds. For correct printing, you must select the same paper size from within your software application as the paper in the tray. If your application software does not support paper size selection in its Print menu, you can change the paper size by using the paper menu on the printer control panel. For more information, see Chapter 3. 1-27 Warning Do not touch transparencies that have just been printed because they are very hot! 1. Open the Multi-purpose Tray. 2. Unfold the Multi-purpose Tray Extension. When you use labels, open the Face Up Output Tray. When you use transparencies, print to the Face Down Output Tray. Fig. 1-23 3. Place paper with the side to be printed on face up in the Multi-purpose Tray so it touches the back of the tray and remains below the limit mark. Fig. 1-24 1-28 CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER Note When you place paper in the Multi-purpose Tray, note the following: · If you will be printing on paper that weighs more than 135 g/m2 (36 lbs), use the face up output tray. · Insert the leading edge of the paper first and push it gently into the tray. 4. Press and slide the Paper Width Adjuster on the right-hand side to fit the paper. Fig. 1-25 5. Select the driver settings as follows: To be printed on Transparencies Labels Paper Size A4 Letter A4 Letter Media Transparencies Thick paper Paper Source Tray 1 MP tray MP tray 1-29 Printing on Both Sides of the Paper (Duplex printing) Guidelines for printing on both sides of the paper: · · · · If the paper is thin, it may wrinkle. If paper is curled, straighten it, and then place it in the paper cassette. Use A4, Letter or Legal size plain paper (60 to 105 g/m2 or 16 to 28 lb.). Do not use bond paper. If the paper is not feeding correctly, it may be curled. Remove the paper and straighten it. 1. Load paper into the Paper Cassette or Multi-purpose Tray. 2. When you use A4 or Letter size paper, set the Paper Adjustment Lever for Duplex Printing to match your paper size. Fig. 1-26 Note If the Paper Adjustment Lever for Duplex Printing is not correctly set for the paper size, paper jams may occur and the print will be out of position on the paper. 1-30 CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER 3. For Windows User Open the Properties dialog box in the printer driver. Select Duplex Printing mode in the Advanced tab, make sure that `Use Duplex Unit' has been selected, and then click the OK button. The printer will print on both sides of the paper automatically. 1-31 For Macintosh user Change the Pages per sheet setting in Layout. 1. Click the 'File' menu, and then select the 'Print' option. You will see a dialogue similar to the one below: 2. Click the "General" drop down box. You will see a drop down list with the following options: 3. Once on the layout page you can enable duplex by selecting the "Print on Both Sides" checkbox. From here you have the choice to select either long or shot edge duplexing. Select the option you require for your print job. See the image below. 1-32 CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER From here you have the choice to select the Pages per sheet, Layout direction and Border. Select the option you require for your print job. See the image below. 1-33 Booklet Printing (For PCL Driver Only) The supplied printer drivers for Windows® 95 / 98 / Me, Windows NT® 4.0 and Windows® 2000/XP support booklet printing. Guidelines for Booklet Printing · · · · If the paper is thin, it may wrinkle. If paper is curled, straighten it, and then place it in the paper cassette. Use A4 or Letter size plain paper (60 to 105 g/m2 or 16 to 28 lb.). Do not use bond paper. If the paper is not feeding correctly, it may be curled. Remove the paper and straighten it. 1. Load paper into the Paper Cassette or Multi-purpose Tray. 2. When you use A4 or Letter size paper, set the Paper Adjustment Lever for Duplex Printing to match your paper size. Fig. 1-27 Note If the Paper Adjustment Lever for Duplex Printing is not correctly set for the paper size, paper jams may occur and the print will be out of position on the paper. 1-34 CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER 3. Open the Properties dialog box in the printer driver. After you check the Duplex function in the Advanced tab, check the Booklet Printing function. Select the Duplex mode. The printer will print a Booklet automatically. 1-35 Manual Feed If you place paper in the Multi-purpose Tray and the setting MANUAL FEED = ON has been set in the PAPER mode from the control panel, the printer will load paper only from the Multi-purpose Tray. Note When you feed paper manually, note the following: · If your application software supports a manual feed selection in the Print menu, you can select it in that software. The software command setting overrides the control panel's setting. You will not have to set MANUAL FEED and MP SIZE in the PAPER mode. · If you use pre-printed paper in the Multi-purpose Tray, the paper should be inserted top edge first with the pre-printed side face up. 1-36 CHAPTER 2 DEIVER AND SOFTWARE 2 CHAPTER 2 DRIVER AND SOFTWARE Printer Driver A Printer Driver is software that translates data from the format used by a computer into the format required by a particular printer. Typically, this is done using a printer command language or page description language. The printer drivers for the following operating systems are on the CD-ROM that we have supplied. You can also download the latest printer driver from the Brother Solutions Center at http://solutions.brother.com. PCL Driver (Hewlett-Packard LaserJet laser printer) BR-Script Driver (Postscript Level3 language emulation) Windows® 95/98/Me Windows® 2000 Windows NT® 4.0 Windows® XP