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MODEL
AJ-2200
COLOUR INKJET PRINTER
SETUP GUIDE AND
OPERATION MANUAL
Page
GETTING STARTED 3
SETTING UP THE PRINTER 5
LOADING PAPER 18
SETTING UP FOR Windows 23
SETTING UP FOR Macintosh 42
APPENDIX 48
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FOR CUSTOMERS IN U.K. IMPORTANT The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: BLUE: Neutral BROWN: Live As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows. The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal whi
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Cautions Follow the cautions below when using this unit. The unit is affected by the environment in which it is installed. Do not install your unit in the following area. −Dusty areas If dust enters the internal parts of the unit, damage or poor-quality output can result. −Areas in direct sunlight Direct sunlight can distort the plastic parts of the unit and result in poor-quality output. −Excessively hot, cold, humid, or dry areas (for example, near heaters, humidifiers, or air conditioners)
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CONTENTS GETTING STARTED MAIN FEATURES.........................................................................................................3 USER'S MANUAL.........................................................................................................3 SETTING UP THE PRINTER SETUP PROCEDURE ..................................................................................................5 CONFIRMING THE CONTENTS.........................................................................
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GETTING STARTED GETTING STARTED MAIN FEATURES High speed printing of 17ppm (A4/8.5"x11", monochrome) or 10ppm (A4/8.5"x11", colour). 2400 x 1200dpi printing with smoothing produces outstanding quality images. Carbon black ink enables print quality similar to a laser printer. Each ink tank is independent, they can be used until completely spent, ensuring minimum waste. The print head is also fully detachable, requiring no special tools for replacement. With an optional high-capacity ink tan
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USER'S MANUAL Online Manual After preparing the printer as shown in this manual, check the Online Manual for information on preference requirements for printing and troubleshooting. How to Use the Online Manual Explains how to use the Online Manual. Windows 95/98/Me/NT 4.0 Printer Properties Explains how to configure items in the printer driver on Windows 95/98/Me/NT 4.0. Windows 2000 Printer Properties Explains how to configure items in the printer driver on Windows 2000. Print Provides informa
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SETTING UP THE PRINTER SETTING UP THE PRINTER Here we explain how to connect the printer to a computer, and a power source, after removing the printer from its packaging. Read this chapter carefully before use. SETUP PROCEDURE When using the printer for the first time, setup the printer following the procedure shown below. Reference Setup workflow Windows Macintosh Make sure that all the accessories are Page 6 supplied with the printer. Remove the protective materials. Page 9 Attach the paper t
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CONFIRMING THE CONTENTS The following items are packed with the printer in the box. After opening the box, please check if the following are included with the printer. If any of the following items are missing, please contact your point of purchase. Colour ink tanks Black ink tank Colour print head Black print head (magenta, yellow, cyan) Power cord Paper tray Setup Guide and Operation Manual Output tray (this manual) Software CD-ROM Printer Driver Protective Online Manual material MGI PhotoSui
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SETTING UP THE PRINTER PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS The following illustration lists the part names and function. Before operating, it is advisable to familiarise yourself with the printer. The illustration below shows the printer with all the parts installed. Front Side Front cover Output tray Open this cover to The document is deposited change the ink tanks onto the tray after printing. or print heads. Extend the tray when Paper tray printing long documents. Adjustable to suit a variety of
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PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS Rear Side USB interface connector (B type) Bypass tray Use a USB cable to connect the printer Use this tray to print on a single page. to your computer. It is possible to insert When printing large banners, make sure to the cable after the printer has been use this tray. Insert paper into the tray print switched on. side up. When printing onto thick paper, open the tray until it reaches position 2. (The tray has two stop positions.) Power socket Plug the power cord
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SETTING UP THE PRINTER UNPACKING Remove the tape - shown in the illustrations. 1 Open the front cover, and remove the protective material 2 shown in the illustration. 9
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ATTACHING THE TRAYS Attach the paper tray and output tray to the front of the printer. Follow the steps shown below. Attach the paper tray by firmly pushing down both edges. 1 Push here to fix the paper tray securely. Make sure that the paper tray has been securely attached to the printer. Attach the output tray as shown in the illustration. 2 Place this projection toward the printer. 10
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SETTING UP THE PRINTER CONNECTING THE INTERFACE CABLE This printer includes both USB and parallel interface connectors. Interface cables for connecting the printer to your computer are not included with this printer. You need to purchase the cable suitable for the connector on your computer, referring to "Interface Cable" (page 49). Connecting the Parallel Interface Cable Obtain an IEEE1284 shielded parallel interface cable. 1 Ensure that your computer and printer are turned off. 2 Insert the c
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CONNECTING THE POWER CORD Insert the power cord into the socket on the rear of the printer. 1 Connect the other end of the power cord to an outlet. 2 Power for the printer is turned on automatically. Do not connect the printer to other than a local voltage outlet. Plugging the printer into an incompatible power supply may cause extensive damage. After the printer turned on, go to "INSTALLING THE PRINTER HEADS AND INK TANKS" on page 14. HOW TO SHUT OFF POWER Turn off the power by pressing the pow
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SETTING UP THE PRINTER INDICATOR LIGHTS When only the green power lamp is lit, the printer is working properly. When a printer error occurs, a light will indicate what problem has occurred, as explained below. When turning on the unit for the first time after purchasing, the ink lamp blinks rapidly because print heads and ink tanks are not attached yet. The lamp will go out when the initial setup completes. ......lit ......blinking ......fast blinking ......extinguished (lamp is off) Light con
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INSTALLING THE PRINT HEADS AND INK TANKS Follow the steps below for installation. This section describes how to install the print heads and ink tanks when you install them for the first time after purchasing this printer. Refer to "Changing the Ink Tank" or "Changing the Print Head" in your online manual when you change ink tank or print head after installing. Installing the Print Heads Make sure that the power lamp is lit, and the ink lamp is blinking 1 rapidly. If the power lamp is not lit, pr
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SETTING UP THE PRINTER INSTALLING THE PRINT HEADS AND INK TANKS Remove the print heads from their protective cases. 4 Do not touch the metal portion of the print head directly. Doing so may lead to improper printing. Insert the print heads. 5 Insert the black print head into the left carriage opening, and the colour print head into the right carriage opening. Black print head Colour print head Be careful not to damage the print heads. If any of them is damaged, the printer may not work proper
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INSTALLING THE PRINT HEADS AND INK TANKS Inserting the ink tanks Unpack the ink tanks from their protective wrapping and slowly 1 remove the tape. Hold the ink tank upright when removing the tape. Do not touch the uncovered opening on the ink tank, as ink will get on your hands. Ensure that there are no pieces of tape remaining on the ink tank. Turn the ink tanks upside down. 2 Do not touch this area. The printer may not print if it is dirty. Insert each of the ink tanks to the print head of
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SETTING UP THE PRINTER INSTALLING THE PRINT HEADS AND INK TANKS Close the front cover. 4 The power lamp will blink and warming-up will start. After closing the cover the carriage will return to its home position, and the ink will be fed to the print head (this could take a while). Confirm the ink lamp is not blinking. 5 If the ink lamp continues to blink, open the front cover, return to step 5 of "Installing the Print Head" and follow the procedures once more. To keep good print head quality, k
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LOADING PAPER Follow the steps below to load paper into the paper tray or bypass tray. You can load plain paper and other special paper. For detailed information of paper type, see page 49. LOADING PAPER INTO THE PAPER TRAY Remove the output tray , and open the front lid of paper tray . 1 Adjust the guides and shown in the illustration to the width 2 of the paper. Load the paper. 3 Load the paper print side down into the paper tray. Make sure to push the paper to the right side and the rear si
