Gcc-printers 21 Series Manual de usuario

7Connectivity PortsWith the printer’s allports active feature,all the interfaces aresimultaneously active.This means you canconnect more thanone inter

8Step 4. Remove Tape1. Remove packaging tape from the frontand rear covers of the printer.

9Step 5. Install Toner Cartridge1. Press down on the release button atthe top of the printer to open the frontcover.2. Remove the two orange plastic s

103. Unwrap the toner cartridge and removethe protective sheet of paper fromunder the front flap of the cartridge.Shake the cartridge from side to sid

116. Close the front cover. Press on thecenter part of the front cover until thecover locks securely.

Smaller sizes can be fed through the Multipurpose feeder (Tray 1). Thestandard paper tray will also handle up to 100 transparency or labelsheets in Le

133. For sizes larger than Letter/A4, pressdown on the grey square at the bottomof the tray. This will release the rearsection of the tray and the sec

146. Squeeze the right side paper guide asshown. Lift the guide slightly and slide ittowards the paper stack until it touchesthe paper. Do not set the

159. Gently slide the paper tray all the wayinto the printer.10.The paper level indicator on the front ofthe tray will rise to show the remaininglevel

16Connecting Cables CorrectlyMost cables come with some kind of locking device to insure that theconnection is made. Be sure to use these locking devi

ELITE 21 SERIES INSTALLATION GUIDE

17RS-232 Serial ConnectionThe RS-232 Serial connection between the printer and a PC requires a standard 9-pin RS-232 cable. The length of this cable c

18Step 8. Attach Power Cord1. Insert the power cord into the ACpower connector on the back of theprinter as shown.2. Check the power switch at the fro

19Step 9. Install Printing SoftwareDriver software for the printer must be installed on every computer thatwill print to the unit. This section includ

20OverviewYou will need to set up your Macintosh computer to use the Elite 21Series by installing the Elite 21 software for Macintosh. This softwareis

211. Insert the Elite 21 Series CD-ROM intothe computer and double-click the CDicon to open the disk. Double-click the“Elite 21 Installer” icon within

224. A window will appear listing thecomponents that will be installed andasking for an Install Location. Choosethe disk that you wish to install thes

237. Installation of the files will begin. Astatus window will appear showing theprogress of the installation. 8. When the installation is complete, a

2411.When the printer is setup, a ProductRegistration screen will appear. You canchoose to register the printer over theinternet, which will access ar

25Part 2a - Creating a Desktop Printer (via USB)(Note: USB connection requires Mac OS 8.6 or higher)1. Make sure that all steps in theHardware Setup s

264. The “USB Printer” dialog box willappear. Click on your printer modelfrom the list, then click OK.5. The “Untitled 1” dialog box will return.Click

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277. The “Untitled 1” dialog box returnsagain. The icon in the “PostScriptPrinter Description (PPD) File” box nowshows your printer.Click Create to cr

28Part 2b - Creating a Desktop Printer (via EtherTalk)1. Confirm that the Macintosh is properlyconfigured to communicate overEtherTalk. Go to the Appl

293. This will open up the Chooser window.Click on the LaserWriter 8 icon in thelefthand Chooser window. A list ofAppleTalk compatible printers willap

306. The Setup process will continue. Astatus bar will show the progress of thesetup.7. A window will appear asking for anyoptions on the printer to b

319. The setup will finish. A status windowwill indicate that a Desktop Printer isbeing built.10.When complete, a Desktop Printer iconfor the Elite 21

32Part 2c - Creating a Desktop Printer (via LPR)(Note: LPR connection requires a PowerPC-based Mac and LaserWriter 8.5.1 or higher)1. Make sure that a

333. A dialog box called “Untitled 1” opens,containing two printer icons. Double-click the bottom icon, in the “LPRPrinter Selection” box.4. A dialog

346. The “Untitled 1” dialog box will return.Click on the Change button at the topright of the box.7. The “Select a PostScript PrinterDescription File

359. A Save dialog box opens, asking you tosave the desktop printer. Type in aname for the desktop printer, or leavethe default name. Click Save.A new

36OverviewYou will need to set up your Windows computer to use the Elite 21Series by installing the Elite 21 software for PC-compatible computers.This

1Thank you for your purchase of a GCC Technologies Elite 21 laser printer.You now have a high-quality, versatile solution to all of your printing need

37Software InstallationThe software required to set up your Windows 95/98 computer islocated on the Elite 21 Series CD-ROM. You can install the Elite

38USB Monitor Installation (Windows 98 only)1. Insert the GCC Elite 21 Series CD-ROMinto the Windows 98 PC. Click on MyComputer, then double-click the

39Windows 95/98 Software Installation - Plug and Play1. If the computer is running, shut itdown.2. With the computer and printer bothpowered off, atta

406. The system will then ask where to lookfor new drivers. Make sure that theElite 21 Series CD-ROM is in the drive.Check off “Specify a Location.” U

41Windows 95/98 Software Installation - Using the Add Printer Wizard1. Go to the Start menu of Windows95/98, then up to Settings and selectPrinters. I

423. A list of manufacturers and printermodels will appear. Insert the Elite 21Series CD-ROM in the CD drive of yourcomputer and click Have Disk.4. Th

436. A list of ports will appear. Select theappropriate local parallel or serial portfor the printer and click Next.7. The next window will ask for a

449. A dialog box may appear asking you toinsert the Windows 95 or 98 CD.Insert the CD and click OK.10.A dialog box may appear telling you thatnecessa

4512.When finished, the test page will begenerated (if you chose to print a testpage in Step 8). If the page prints, clickYes in this window. If not,

46Software InstallationThe software required to set up your Windows 2000 computer is locatedon the Elite 21 Series CD-ROM. You can install the Elite 2

2Information ResourcesThis guide is intended to serve as a reference for installing the hardwareand software included with your printer. For more deta

47Windows 2000 Software Installation - Plug and Play1. If the computer is running, shut it down.2. With the computer and printer bothpowered off, atta

486. The next window will ask what you wantthe Wizard to do. Check “Search for asuitable driver for my device” and clickNext to continue.7. The system

499. The Wizard will automatically copy thedriver files to their correct locations. Astatus window will show the progress ofthe installation.If a “Fil

50Windows 2000 Software Installation - Using the Add Printer Wizard1. Go to the Start menu of Windows2000, then up to Settings and selectPrinters. In

513. A list of ports will appear. Select theappropriate local parallel or serial portfor the printer and click Next.4. A list of manufacturers and pri

526. The next window will display options toinstall either the PostScript (PS) or PCLdriver for the Elite 21 Series. Mostusers will want to use the Po

539. The next window allows you to specifythe location of the printer. This willallow users to more easily identify theprinter on a large network. You

5412.When the installation is complete, youwill be returned to the Printers windowand a new icon for the printer willappear. If installing a local pri

55Software InstallationThe software required to set up your Windows NT 4.0 computer islocated on the Elite 21 Series CD-ROM. Windows NT 4.0 uses a Wiz

56Windows NT 4.0 Software Installation1. Go to the Start menu of Windows NT4.0, then up to Settings and selectPrinters. In the Printers window,double-

3Installation ChecklistFor proper installation, please complete each section in order:Step 1 Check Package ContentsStep 2 Prepare Printer LocationSt

573. A list of ports will appear. Select theappropriate local parallel or serial portfor the printer and click Next.4. A list of manufacturers and pri

586. The next window will display options toinstall either the PostScript (PS) or PCLdriver for the Elite 21 Series. Mostusers will want to use the Po

599. A window will appear asking if you wishto print a test page. Click Yes if you areinstalling a local printer. Click No if youare installing the dr

6012.When the installation is complete, youwill be returned to the Printers windowand a new icon for the printer willappear.If installing a local prin

61This section covers installation of any additional accessories that you mayhave purchased with the printer. Accessories include:• Additional Lower P

621. Place the paper feeder on a sturdy,level surface.2. Switch off the power to the printer and disconnect the power cord from the ACoutlet and the p

634. Remove the paper tray from theprinter.5. Lift the printer up vertically and lower itonto the optional paper feeder. Alignthe five posts on the fe

647. Load paper into the tray, then insertboth trays into the printer.Reconnect the AC power cord to theprinter and outlet, then restart theprinter.

651. Place the second paper feeder on asturdy, level surface.2. Align the five posts on the secondpaper feeder with the holes on thebottom of the firs

664. Switch off the power to the printer and disconnect the power cord from the ACoutlet and the printer.5. Close the Multi-Purpose Feeder andremove a

4Step 1. Check Package ContentsNote:No printer cables are included with the printer. For information on ordering cables,contact GCC Direct Sales at 8

677. Lift the printer up vertically and lower itonto the optional paper feeders. Alignthe five posts on the first feeder withthe corresponding holes o

68Configuring Printer Drivers for use of the Additional Paper Feeder(s)Once one or more additional feeders are installed, you will need to change sett

691. Switch off the power to the printer.Remove the paper cassette from theprinter (if installed).2. Squeeze the latch at the upper left ofthe rear co

704. Slide the green tabs on the left andright of the Duplex Unit outward tosecure the unit to the printer.5. Close the rear cover, making sure itlat

71Configuring Printer Drivers for use of the Duplex UnitOnce the Duplex Unit is installed, you will need to change settings within the driversoftware

72Step 10c. Upper Output Bin Installation1. Switch off the power to the printer.Remove the paper cassette from theprinter (if installed).2. Squeeze th

734. Gently lower the front edge of theUpper Output Bin into position, insertingthe tab at the front of the tray into theslot on the printer as shown.

747. Lift up the paper stopper arm and openthe tray, as shown.8. Extend the paper tray all the way outand lift up the paper stopper.9. Adjust the tray

75Configuring Printer Drivers for use of the Upper Output BinOnce the upper output bin is installed, you will need to change settings within the drive

761. Switch off the power to the printer.Open the Multi-Purpose Feeder at thefront of the printer.2. Remove the gear cover at the left rearof the feed

5Step 2. Prepare Printer LocationPlace the printer on a flat, level surface in a well-ventilated area away fromdirect sunlight or areas where the air

77Configuring Printer Drivers for use of the Envelope FeederOnce the envelope feeder is installed, you will need to change settings within the drivers

78Step 10e. Installing Additional MemoryIntroductionYou can print more documents and download more fonts to your printer if you add RAM.To do this, yo

79RAM Installation Steps1. Set the printer’s power switch to theOff (O) position and unplug the powercord from the wall. Removing the sidecover of the

804. This will expose the main controllerboard of the printer. The two RAMSIMM slots are to the right of theboard. There are three slots in thisarea

816. Replace the side cover by matching upthe top of the cover with the slot at thetop of the printer (1) and the small tabat the bottom of the cover

82Configuring Printer Drivers for use of Additional MemoryOnce the additional memory is installed, you will need to change settings within thedriver s

83Step 11. Verify Printer SetupIn order to verify that the printer has been set up properly, we recommend sending asimple print job from the computer

84Additional Installation NotesConfiguring Startup PageThe Elite 21 printer will print a Configuration Page each time that the printer is startedup. T

85Hard Drive Configuration (Elite 21 SE only)The Elite 21SE ships with a standard 4GB hard drive pre-installed. The PPD file for theElite 21 Series, h

86Using the CD-ROM User’s ManualThis installation guide is intended for you to set up your printer. The full User’s Manualon the Elite 21 Series CD-RO

6Step 3. Locate Printer PartsFront ViewRear ViewPaper Output Tray Paper Exit SlotTop CoverVentilation SlotsControl PanelFront CoverMulti-Purpose Feede

87You can also choose percentage views from the list, or choose Other to create aspecific percentage view. You can also use the magnifying glass butto

88Service and SupportYou can contact GCC for technical assistance in several ways. • Technical Support phones: (781) 276-8620. (North America only; ou

89SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENTOPENING OR INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE FROM THE DISTRIBUTION MEDIA (the “Software”) WHICH ACCOMPANIES THIS MANUALINDICATES YOU

90LIMITED SOFTWARE WARRANTYWARRANTYIf you discover physical defects in the medium on which the Software or the Documentation are distributed, at its o

91LIMITED HARDWARE WARRANTYGCC warrants, for the limited period of one year from the date of original purchase, the Elite 21 Series sold by GCC and an

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