Rutishauser COMPAQ 8000 Bedienungsanleitung
Installation and
User's Guide
TowerFeedTM for the HP LaserJet 8150 / 8100 / 8000
IU 660 / 0047
IU 660 / 0047 1TowerFeedTM for the HP LaserJet 8150/8100/8000
TABLE OF CONTENTS
USER'S MANUAL
TowerFeedTM 444 for Hewlett-Packard LaserJet 8150 / 8100 / 8000 Printers
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1
PREFACE 3
UNPACKING 4
BOX CONTENTS 6
INSTALLATION
Hardware Installation 7
Printer Panel Settings 9
Software Installation 9
OPERATING
Loading Paper 11
Reloading Paper 12
Out of Paper 12
Paper Jam 12
PAPER QUALITY GUIDELINES 14
APPENDIX A - Printer Specific Notes 15
APPENDIX B - Tips & Hints 16
APPENDIX C - Standard Applications 20
APPENDIX D - Macintosh Environment 21
APPENDIX E - PCL Paper Selection Commands 23
APPENDIX F - Troubleshooting 24
APPENDIX G - Printer Selftest Pages 26
Configuration Page 27
Menu Map 28
Event Log Page 29
APPENDIX H - TowerFeed Selftest 30
APPENDIX I - Cleaning and Maintenance 31
APPENDIX J - TowerFeed Specifications 32
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IU 660 / 0047 3TowerFeedTM for the HP LaserJet 8150/8100/8000
PREFACE
Congratulations! You selected TowerFeed, a superior sheet feeder specifically designed by Rutishauser Data AG
in collaboration with Hewlett-Packard, USA, to extend the paper handling capabilities of the HP LaserJet 8150 /
8100 / 8000.
The TowerFeed Option offers new possibilities. You can
•select from up to 9 different paper types directly from your PC.
•print extra copies instead of going to the copier to make copies. You get the better copies and you
Color code copies of documents on color paper help to clearly identify a copy. The color already defines the
addressee and you will save the marking of the copies.
•realize an attractive alternative to the multi-part forms printed on conventional impact printers. You
will get better copies, raise the flexibility and you can save cost for expensive preprints and chemical papers.
We encourage you to read this manual carefully to ensure correct installation and reliable operation.
While installing TowerFeed, or whenever an unclear situation arises, please also consult the user's manuals of your
HP LaserJet 8150 / 8100 / 8000, your computer system, your application software and your network software.
The name TowerFeed is generic to the TowerFeed family of automatic sheet feeders and is used throughout this
manual. TowerFeed has this model number scheme:
TowerFeed 444/xx.60.1y
Version
4 = US (110V, US Letter paper trays)
Printer Model
60.1 = HP LaserJet 8150 / 8100 / 8000
Configuration
44 = desktop model, 3 x 500 sheets
66 = floor model, 6 x 500 sheets
For example: TF 444/66.60.14 is an US version with 6 US Letter paper trays.
A plate showing type, designation and serial number is located besides of the power inlet of TowerFeed. Please
refer to this designation and the serial number whenever you call your service organization.
Rutishauser Data AG, Switzerland, reserves the right to make changes to its products or services without
prior notice and without incurring any obligations to incorporate such changes in units or publications
shipped.
Rutishauser shall in no event be liable for incidental or consequential damages arising from the
use of its equipment.
TowerFeed™ is a registered trademark of Rutishauser Data AG.
Windows™ is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corp.
TowerFeed Support Software for Windows is a copyrighted product of Rutishauser.
Other products and brand names mentioned are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
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UNPACKING
Note:
Prior to delivery, your TowerFeed was thoroughly tested and carefully packaged.
Please check your unit for transportation damage and/or missing parts immediately upon receipt.
It is advisable to get a second person to help you unpack the unit.
Warning:
TowerFeed may weigh up to 57 kilograms (130 pounds) depending on configuration.
To prevent back strain or injury, bend your knees when lifting the unit, and get help if you need
To unpack the TowerFeed unit, proceed as follows:
•Cut the packing strips Àand remove the top of the shipping container Á(Fig. 1).
•Remove the accessories box È. It contains the rollers, the power and data cable, one diskette and this
User's Manual (Fig. 7).
•Remove the four blue shock absorbers from the feed adapter and the upper edges of TowerFeed Ä-Ç.
•Lay the unit on its side and carefully pull off the lower part of the shipping container Â+Ã(Fig. 2), or enlist
the help of another person to lift TowerFeed out of the container.
Caution:
Do not lift TowerFeed on the Feeder Adapter to prevent it from damage!
•Insert the rollers from the accessories box with some force onto the shafts on the TowerFeed bottom plate
until they snap into position with an audible click °(Fig. 3).
•Stand up the TowerFeed unit ±(Fig. 4).
•Remove the plastic from TowerFeed.
Warning:
For reshipping TowerFeed you must use the original packing to avoid shipping damage of the unit.
Re-packing (Fig. 5)
It is recommended that you keep the packaging material and inserts for proper protection of the unit and its parts in
case of reshipment.
To repack TowerFeed, follow the above steps in reverse. Be sure that all accessories including manuals and
diskettes are packed in the box. Remove the trays and insert the transportation inserts as shown in Fig. 8 (It is
important to secure the trays to avoid possible shipping damage). Place items according to Fig. 5. Ensure
TowerFeed is correctly seated and cushioned. Insert the four blue shock absorbers and close the container.
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UNPACKING
Fig. 1 Cut the packing
strips and lift away the
top of the shipping container.
Fig. 2 Lay unit on side and
carefully pull out
TowerFeed from the
bottom part of the
shipping container.
Fig. 3 Insert rollers
Fig. 4 Stand up TowerFeed
and remove plastic
Fig. 5 Re-packing
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BOX CONTENTS
Note:
Prior to delivery, your TowerFeed was thoroughly tested and carefully packaged.
Please check your unit for transportation damage and/or missing parts immediately upon receipt.
Box Contents
(1) TowerFeed unit with
drawers
(2) Accessories box
Accessories Box Contents
(1) TowerFeed User's Manual
(this manual)
(2) Data Cable
(3) Power Cable
(4) Rollers
Fig. 6 Box Contents
Fig. 7 Accessories Box Contents
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INSTALLATION
Hardware Installation
Warning:
POWER OFF your printer and TowerFeed and disconnect all power and interface cables before you
proceed with the installation.
Remove Transportation Inserts
•Pull out, lift upwards and remove the trays from TowerFeed.
Remove the transportation inserts (Fig. 8). There are two at
each side (keep the inserts for reshipment).
•Re-insert and close the trays.
Note:
Located on the right side of each tray you will find coding
pins for the paper size. They are set by the factory and must
not be changed.
Position and Connect Printer
Warning:
The printer may weigh up to 53 kilograms (120 pounds). Enlist the
help of a second person to lift the unit. To prevent back strain or
injury, bend your knees when lifting the unit.
•Place the TowerFeed unit at the location you wish. Be sure to
place it on a flat location.
•Pull the feeder adapter open and carefully lift the laser printer
onto TowerFeed. Place its positioning holes on the positioning
pegs of the TowerFeed top (Fig. 9).
Be careful to not damage the paper feeding adapter.
Caution:
To lift the printer use one hand for the left hand holds and the
other hand to hold the printer at its right side.
• Do not use the handholds on the right side of the printer.
Fig. 8 Removing Transportation Inserts
Fig. 9 Positioning the Printer and
Location of the Power Switch
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INSTALLATION
•Connect TowerFeed and printer with the C-Link cable (Fig. 10) -
one end to the printer port (ACCESSORY) and the other end to the
upper TowerFeed connector (••). The lower TowerFeed connector
(•) allows to connect to further paper handling options (e.g. HP
Multi-Bin Mailbox).
Note:
Secure the connectors with the screws to ensure proper
connection of the systems.
•Connect the power cables to printer and TowerFeed (Fig. 10).
Note:
When you power on the system, power on FIRST TowerFeed and
then the printer.
Caution:
When rolling TowerFeed and printer to another place, watch out
when crossing doorsteps to not have the unit tipping over or
TowerFeed drawers sliding open. Fig. 10 Connecting the Cables
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