Panasonic KX-P6500 Bedienungsanleitung

PanasonicLaser PrinterModel No.KX-P6500Operating InstructionsPlease read these instructions completely before operating this unit. Store this manual w

Before You StartUnpackingMake sure that all of the items shown below were provided and have not been damaged. Report damage or shor

Before You StartSoftware RequirementsPersonal Server(s) Client(s)WindowsWindows 3.1, Windows for Workgroups 3.11 orWindows 95Windows for Workgroups 3.

Before You StartIndicators and ButtonERROR indicator{ below, P. 56)TONER/PROCESS UNIT indicator ( below, P. 56)£□sERRORB-oREADYTONER PROCESS UNITPRINT

Chapter 2 SetupPreparationPrinter Stands InstallationImportant;To prevent any damage to the Process Unit, observe the following precautions.•

SetupClose the left cover.Notes:• PLEASE DO NOT THROW AWAY THE PACKING MATERIALS. YOU MAY NEED THEM TO SHIP OR TRANSPORT THE PRINTER.• T

SetupLoading Paper/Envelopes (Labels, Transparencies)Loading PaperThis printer has a multi-purpose paper tray. The paper size selected thro

SetupNotes:• If the paper guides are not adjusted properly, your printout may be skewed.• Do not load paper of different types or thickness in the p

SetupKX-P6500 for Workgroups Configuration OverviewKX-P6500 for Workgroups provides three software configuration options depending on how y

Client ConfigurationSetup___________The Client is a peer in the workgroup that wants to print to another peer’s printer.Network Configuration ExampleA

Chapter 3 Using the Printer in WindowsAllocating Virtual MemoryFor Windows 3.1 or Windows for Workgroups 3.11jhe KX-P6500 for Workgroups software

End-User License AgreementTHIS IS A LEGAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN YOU AND PANASONIC. CAREFULLY READ ALL THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS AG

Using the Printer in WindowsInstalling the KX-P6500 for Workgroups SoftwareThe KX-P6500 for Workgroups software installation analyzes your sys

Using the Printer in WindowsHost Directory: If you wish to install the Control Panel Software for DOS on another drive and/or directo

Using the Printer in WindowsNotes: |• You can also install the Windows 95 Printer Driver & Utilities using the Add Printer icon of Windows 95. To

Using the Printer in WindowsPrinter Resource SharingIf during installation you have selected Personal or Client, skip this section.The server printe

Using the Printer in Windowsg Click on the “Remote Printer on” button. 0 Select a Server you want to connect to.y The selected server can

Using the Printer in WindowsPrint ModesPrint Mode SelectionsYou can select either of the two print modes, GDI Mode {P. 34) or PCL Mode

Using the Printer in Windows[ Changing the Print ModeThere are three methods of changing the print mode between GDI Mode and PCL Mode (see A, B, and C

Using the Printer in WindowsKX-P6500 ConsoleThe KX-P6500 Console provides a single access point to the four major program screens. The

Using the Printer in WindowsTo display the Control Panel features, click the “Control Panel” tab in the KX-P6500 Console window. Figure AKX:R6500ICon^

Using the Printer in WindowsLocal QueueThe Local Queue is used to review the status of your queued print jobs. For Servers, all pendi

Caution: This product utilizes a laser.Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in ha

Using the Printer in Windowsy Depress and hold the left mouse button.0 While holding the left mouse button down, move the mouse arrow to t

Using the Printer in WindowsThe Remote Queue displays:• the print job name• the format of the print job (GDI, PCL)• the size of the print job in by

Using the Printer in WindowsKX-P6500 Console Menu ItemsThe KX-P6500 for Workgroups software provides the standard Windows menu items which

Using the Printer in WindowsPrinter SetupThe Printer Setup displays the primary printer settings and configuration dialogue that also prov

Using the Printer in WindowsKX-P6500 GDI ModeYou can select the GDI Mode from an application, through the Control Panel’s Printer window, or through t

Using the Printer in WindowsPaper SourceYour printer has only one paper source, the Main tray.OrientationChoose Portrait (vertical) or Landscape (hori

Using the Printer in WindowsUsing OptionsMake sure that “Use Panasonic KX-P6500 Print Manager” is selected in the Panasonic KX-P6500 GDI wi

Using the Printer in WindowsI Using OverlayYou can use the Overlay feature to:• Incorporate your letterhead on the first page of a business letter.•

Using the Printer in WindowsOverlaying and Printing a Document1 Using an application such as Paintbrush, CorelDRAW or PageMaker, create and

Using the Printer in Windowsi Q Deselect “File Name” by clicking off the check box at the left.The X mark will be cleared from the check box.OptionsP

(110-120 Varea)Caution Label(220 - 240 V area)DANGER -Invisible laser radiation when open and interlock defeated.AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM.Caut

Using the Printer in Windowsfusing Image Optionsi Click I Options in the Panasonic KX-P6500 GDI window ( P. 34).The Options screen is displayed.2 Cl

Using the Printer in WindowsKX-P6500 PCL ModeYou can select PCL Mode from an application, through the Control Panel’s Printer window, or

Using the Printer in WindowsResetAfter clicking the Reset button, the current displayed PCL Control Panel settings will be saved and th

Using the Printer in WindowsKX-P6500 Printer StatusThe Panasonic KX-P6500 Printer Status program has two primary functions:• To let you monitor the s

Chapter 4 Using the Printer in MS-DOSPrinter Selection for DOSThe Printer driver is a part of the soft\ware that allo\A/s the application

Using the Printer in MS-DOS2 Press f Enter] to start the installation.The Fast Installation window is displayed.Fast InstallationDestination; C:\P650

Using the Printer in MS-DOSKX-P6500 Control PanelThe Control Panel consists of 5 types of setting buttons {Page, Font, Quality, Memory a

Using the Printer in MS-DOSWhen the File option is selected from the menu bar, a pull-down menu displays the following choices:Panasonic KX-P6500 Cont

Using the Printer in MS-DOSUtility MenuThe Utility menu lets you print several test pages, reset the printer, and connect the printer

Using the Printer in MS-DOSControl Panel SettingsThe Control Panel can handle five types of settings: Page, Font, Quality, Memory, and O

Table of ContentsChapter 1Before You Start___________________________________________________________Printer Features...

Using the Printer in MS-DOSFont SettingThe font option lets you select settings that define the font used to print text. These setting

Using the Printer in MS-DOSEET (Edge Enhancement Technology)With EET turned on, the KX-P6500 will smooth the jagged edges of text and lin

Using the Printer in MS-DOSOther SettingChoosing Other will allow control of the Power Saving Mode.otherPower SaveOff ^ Onr ~OKCancelPower Save ModeIf

Using the Printer in MS-DOSEnable MessagesEnable Messages lets you once again view error messages that have been disabled through the

Chapter 5 Care and MaintenanceCleaning the PrinterPeriodic cleaning of the printer is recommended. The frequency of cleaning is dependent

Care and MaintenanceTroubleshootingMany problems associated with the printer can be traced to improper setup or cabling. The following

Care and MaintenanceTroublePossible Cause Corrective ActionPrintout is raggedyScreen fonts may be selectedReplace the screen fonts with TrueType

Care and MaintenanceRepacking InstructionsIt is highly recommended that you keep the original carton and ALL packing materials. Should

AppendixOptions and SuppliesPlease contact your local Panasonic dealer for availability. The following options and supplies include Inst

AppendixUsing a KX-P6100 Printer with KX-P6500 for Workgroups SoftwareYou can use a KX-P6100 printer with KX-P6500 for Workgroups software

Table of ContentsChapter 4Print Modes...25Print Mode Selecti

AppendixPrinter SpecificationsPrinting Method:Semiconductor LaserPrint Speed:6 pages per minute (ppm) maximum {Letter size paper, text mode, 5% image

AppendixPaper SpecificationsThis printer is designed to work well with most types of paper. However, differences in paper may have significanteffects

AppendixTypes of Paper to Avoid□• Extremely smooth or shiny paper or paper that is highly textured• Coated papers• Letterhead imprinted with low te

AppendixEnvelope Specificationsit is recommended that you purchase only high quality envelopes with diagonal seams, as shown in the di

AppendixInterface SpecificationsrBidirectional Parallel InterfaceThe bidirectional parallel interface is based on the IEEE P1284-B standard.If your

IndexAdding Toner ...58Automatic emulation switching ...

IndexImage Options screen...40Brightness Control...

IndexPRINT/RESET button...12Printer Features...

FOR USERS IN THE CONTINENTAL UNITED STATES ONLYPanasonic Warranty PolicyPanasonic Communications & Systems Company {“PCSC”) will repair or

________________________________________________Table of ContentsKX-P6500 Control Panel Reporter...

Chapter 1 Before You StartPrinter FeaturesCongratulations on your purchase of the KX-P6500. We are sure it will meet your printing need

Before You StartCautionsTo avoid machine malfunction, do not use the printer under the following conditions."n(Dfl>(D0>oO3to• Use of toner