Page 1: Preparing The Printer
Printing Basic Device Operations Appendix Index C911dn C931dn C941dn ES9411dn ES9431dn ES9541dn This manual contains cautions on how to use this product safety. Before you use this product, please make sure that you read this manual. Carefully store this manual close to hand so.
Page 2: Manual Configuration
Step Checking the product Parts nomenclature and functions Opening the box and installing the printer Using the device to its fullest C911dn/C931dn/E9411dn/ES9431dn Set-up Guide 45583101EE Rev1 Easy Guide (Set-up Guide) Installing the device Turning ON and OFF the power supply 91.6 kg...
Page 3: About The Enclosed "Software Dvd-Rom
When the "software DVD-ROM" enclosed with the device is placed in the DVD-ROM drive, the following menu screen will be displayed. Memo z This example uses the Windows screens. z If using a Macintosh, double-click the [OKI] icon. You can add and select printer You can install and set the device drivers.
Page 4: Reading The Manual
Reading the Manual Symbols Note z These are cautions and restrictions for the correct operation of the device. Make sure to read to avoid misoperation. Memo z Knowledge of the information before using the device is useful and can act as a reference. Reading is recommended. Reference z These are the reference pages.
Page 5: Illustrations
Illustrations Screens The device illustrations used herein show the The images of the control panel and PC used C931 model unless otherwise specified. herein are examples. The images may differ from actual products and screens. Illustrations may differ from the actual product. - 5 -...
Page 6: Inscriptions
Inscriptions The following inscriptions are used in this manual. z C911dn → C911 z C931dn → C931 z C941dn → C941 z ES9411dn → ES9411 z ES9431dn → ES9431 z ES9541dn → ES9541 ® ® z Microsoft Windows 7 64-bit Edition operating system → Windows 7 (64bit version) ®...
Page 7: About The Product Warranty
All rights are reserved by Oki Data Corporation. You must not copy, transfer, translate, etc. the content herein without authorization. You must obtain written permission from Oki Data Corporation before doing any of the above.
Page 8: Emergency First Aid
4-11-22 Shibaura, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-8551, Japan For all sales, support and general enquiries contact your local distributor. Importer to the EU/Authorized representative OKI Europe Limited (trading as OKI Printing Solutions) Blays House Wick Road Egham Surrey, TW20 0HJ United Kingdom For all sales, support and general enquiries contact your local distributor.
Page 9: For Your Safety
For Your Safety Read the User’s Manual for your safety before using the product. Cautions related to safety WARNING A warning provides additional information which, if ignored, may result in a risk of personal injury. A caution provides additional information which, if ignored, may result in equipment malfunction CAUTION or damage.
Page 10: When Installing Or Moving
When installing or moving WARNING For the U.S.A. and Canada Multifunctional Digital Systems require 110 to 127 V, 10 A, 50/60 Hz electric power. For the EU Multifunctional Digital Systems require 220 to 240 V AC, 5 A, 50/60 Hz electric power. Except the U.S.A., Canada and the EU Multifunctional Digital Systems require 220 to 240 V AC, 5 A, 50/60 Hz electric power.
Page 11: When Using The Machine
CAUTION z When removing the plug from the outlet, do not pull the power cord. Always hold the plug when removing it from the outlet. If the power cord is pulled, the wires may break and this could cause a fire or give you an electric shock.
Page 12 Document Feeder. z Always keep hands and fingers clear of the finisher tray hinge, as the tray could move unexpectedly. Failure to do so could result in injury to your hand and/or fingers. z Do not use the pulled out tray as steps. This could injure you if you fall. z When changing the angle of the control panel, be careful not to catch your hands in the gap between the equipment and the control panel.
Page 13: During Maintenance Or Inspection
„ Other points z Be very careful to treat the touch panel gently and never hit it. Breaking the surface could cause malfunctions. z Be sure to turn the power OFF when leaving the office or if there is a power outage. However, do not turn the power OFF if the weekly timer is in use.
Page 14: When Handling Supplies
When handling supplies CAUTION z Never attempt to incinerate toner cartridges and waste toner boxes. Dispose of used toner cartridges and waste toner boxes in accordance with local regulations. „ Other points z Read the user's manual carefully to replace the toner cartridge using the correct procedure. An improper procedure could cause toner leakage or scattering.
Page 15: Table Of Contents
Contents Contents Manual Configuration ................2 About the Enclosed "Software DVD-ROM" ...........3 Reading the Manual .................4 Symbols ........................4 Keys, Buttons, and Symbols ..................4 Illustrations ......................5 Screens ........................5 Inscriptions ......................6 About the Product Warranty ..............7 Emergency first aid .................8 Manufacturer ..................8 Importer to the EU/Authorized representative ..........8 Environmental information ...............8...
Page 16 Contents Using the 10-Key Pad ......................36 Function Numbers Table ..................... 37 Using the Device to its Fullest Extent ............38 Options ......................... 38 Color management server ..................39 2. Setting Up ................41 Installing the Device ................41 Installation Conditions ..................... 41 Installation Procedure ....................
Page 17 Contents 3.Printing ................87 Paper ....................87 Usable Paper Types ....................87 Paper Feed and Output Methods Selectable for Each Paper type ........90 (Landscape) and (Portrait) Icons ................ 92 Printing from Trays ................93 Setting Paper in Trays 1 to 5 ..................93 Printing from Trays ....................
Page 18 Basic Windows Functions ..............133 Displaying the Properties Window ................133 Displaying the print setup window ................133 Specifications ..................134 Main specifications ....................134 Network interface specifications ................137 USB interface specifications ..................138 Dimensions ......................139 Index ..................141 Oki contact details ..............145 - 18 -...
Page 19: Viable With C911/C931/C941/Es9411Dn/Es9431Dn/Es9541Dn
Viable with C911/C931/C941/ES9411dn/ES9431dn/ES9541dn Viable with C911/C931/C941/ES9411dn/ ES9431dn/ES9541dn Abundant color matching functions It is possible to print from various can be used applications The device has functions to The built-in Adobe PostScript3, compensate color misalignment and PCL6 emulation, and XPS emulation density using the control panel, and enable printing from a wide range of can adjust the color balance.
Page 20 Viable with C911/C931/C941/ES9411dn/ES9431dn/ES9541dn Functions can be set using the Usable as a network printer control panel High-quality, high-speed printing is Various device functions can be set possible from various applications. such as changing paper size and (With A4 , 50 sheets a minute using network setup from the control panel.
Page 21 Viable with C911/C931/C941/ES9411dn/ES9431dn/ES9541dn Use the help function to check if Increasing the quantity of paper you do not understand something that can be fed or if trouble occurs when using the device Mounting the optional expansion Press the [HELP] button on the tray unit enables the continuous control panel to display messages printing of large quantities and the...
Page 22 Viable with C911/C931/C941/ES9411dn/ES9431dn/ES9541dn „ Memo - 22 -...
Page 23: Before Use
“Opening the Package and Installation” (P.44) how to open the package. z Easy Guide (Set-up Guide) z See “Mounting the Expansion Unit (Optional)” (P.50) the expansion tray. C911dn/C931dn/E9411dn/ES9431dn Set-up Guide 45583101EE Rev1 z Printer Unit 1040 mm 91.6 kg 41 inch 91.6 kg...
Page 24 Checking the product Note z LAN cables, USB cables, and hubs are not included with the printer. Prepare them separately. z The packing case and buffer material are required when shipping the device. Do not discard them, but store them safely.
Page 25: Parts Nomenclature And Functions
Parts Nomenclature and Functions Parts Nomenclature and Functions Main Unit Front/Right Side Toner replacement cover Face down stacker Open this to replace the toner cartridge. The printed sheets are placed printed-side down and discharged. Control Panel Right side cover Displays the device status and menus, and sets the Open this to replace the multi-purpose tray feed functions.
Page 26: Back/Left Side
Parts Nomenclature and Functions Back/Left Side Interface Exit unit There are a LAN (network) interface connector and a Open this when replacing the fixing unit or transfer USB interface connector. See “Interface” (P.30) roller unit, or to clear paper jams. the interfaces.
Page 27: Printer Interior
Parts Nomenclature and Functions Printer Interior Front Interior Toner cartridge Slot z The remaining toner quantity is normally displayed Set the toner cartridge here. when "Display remaining toner quantity" has been “Mounting Consumables” (P.46) set using the control panel standby screen. z The toner cartridge is a consumable.
Page 28: Right Side Interior
Parts Nomenclature and Functions Right Side Interior Multi-purpose tray/MP tray Supplementary supporter You can print on various papers, including postcards Maintains the paper when paper has been set in the and envelopes, etc. multi-purpose tray. Further, use when printing to the topside of the paper that has been set.
Page 29: Left Side Interior
Parts Nomenclature and Functions Left Side Interior Face-up stacker Paper supporter Open the stacker to set and eject the paper face-up. Secures the paper ejected to the face-up stacker. Supplementary supporter Secures so that the ejected paper does not droop. Fixing unit Fixing unit securing lever This unit fixes the toner to the paper.
Page 30: Interface
Parts Nomenclature and Functions Interface LAN (network) interface connector USB interface connector Connects the LAN cable. Connects the USB cable. - 30 -...
Page 31: Control Panel
Parts Nomenclature and Functions Control Panel Liquid crystal panel ATTENTION lamp z Displays the device status and menus. Displays the device status. z There are two types of standby screen: "Remaining Normally OFF. toner quantity display" and "Tray information Lit or flashes orange if an error occurs. display".
Page 32: Main Control Panel Features
Parts Nomenclature and Functions Main Control Panel Features The control panel can be used to check the device status and implement various device functions. The toner cartridge can be replaced while viewing the liquid crystal display on the control panel. Further, you can also perform operations while checking the messages displayed on the liquid crystal panel if paper jams or device malfunctions occur.
Page 33 Parts Nomenclature and Functions „ Standby Screen Press the scroll button several times to select [Panel Setup], and then press There are two types: "Remaining toner quantity display" and "Tray information display". the [OK] button. Use the following procedure to switch the standby screens.
Page 34: Help Screen
Parts Nomenclature and Functions „ Error Screen „ Help Screen If a printer error occurs, the maintenance lamp Press the [HELP] button to display the help will either turn ON or flash, and a message will screen. Further, press the [HELP] button when it be displayed in the liquid crystal panel.
Page 35: Adjusting The Control Panel Brightness
Parts Nomenclature and Functions Adjusting the Control Panel Select [Panel Setup], and press the [OK] Brightness button. Use the following procedure to adjust the brightness of the liquid crystal panel. Memo z The brightness (backlight) of the liquid crystal panel can be set individually for during control panel operations and when in power save mode.
Page 36: Using The 10-Key Pad
Parts Nomenclature and Functions Using the 10-Key Pad „ Function Number Input Screen When "Ready To Print" is displayed in the Use to input alphanumeric characters. standby screen, press the [Fn] key and then The characters that can be entered when each press the desired number to display the relevant key is pressed, and the toggling of the input menu item.
Page 37: Function Numbers Table
Parts Nomenclature and Functions Function Numbers Table Function No. Function No. Menu Item Media Weight (Tray 5) Function No. Function No. Menu Item A3Nobi Paper (Tray 5) Print Secure Job (Encrypted Job) Legal14 Paper (Tray 5) Print Secure Job (Stored Job) A5LEF/A6/Hagaki Paper (Tray 5) Paper Size (Tray 1) A5SEF/Oufuku Hagaki Paper (Tray 5)
Page 38: Using The Device To Its Fullest Extent
Using the Device to its Fullest Extent Using the Device to its Fullest Extent Options The following options are supplied for the device. „ Expansion tray units (trays 2/3/4/5) Expansion tray unit Expansion tray unit with casters Large-capacity expansion tray unit (Expandable up to 2 levels) (Model: TRY-C3G2) (3 trays in one, with casters)
Page 39: Color Management Server
Using the Device to its Fullest Extent Color management server Recommended for users who want greater color management response and advanced Spot Color adjustment. ® „ Fiery XF Server Option ® Fiery XF Server Option (Model: SVR-C3G) - 39 -...
Page 40 Using the Device to its Fullest Extent „ Memo - 40 -...
Page 41: Setting Up
Installing the Device 2. Setting Up This chapter explains the methods for setting up the device, and for connecting the device to a PC and installing the printer drivers. Note ⿟ Customers who have purchased C941/ES9541dn should also see the "Separate Volume Spot Color Guide". Reference ⿟...
Page 42: Installation Precautions
Installing the Device „ Installation Precautions z Front view (with expansion tray mounted) WARNING 400mm ⿟ Do not install close to high-temperature locations or naked flames. ⿟ Do not install in locations where chemical reactions occur (e.g., laboratories). ⿟ Do not install close to combustible solutions such as alcohol or thinners, etc.
Page 43 Installing the Device CAUTION ⿟ Do not install directly on shaggy rugs or carpets. ⿟ Do not install in locations with poor air circulation or ventilation such as sealed rooms, etc. ⿟ Make sure of ventilation if using continuously for long hours in a small room.
Page 44: Installation Procedure
Installing the Device Installation Procedure Work according to the relevant procedures and the customer installation conditions. If not mounting any options, skip the reading of the procedures described as "Optional". Opening the Package and Installation Mounting Consumables (P.46) Mounting the Expansion Tray (Optional) (P.50) (Optional) Mounting the Built-in HDD (Optional) (P.54) (Optional)
Page 45 Installing the Device Open the package, and remove the Remove the cover bag enclosing the main printer unit. device accessories ( ), and enclosed manual, protective equipment, and Note shock-absorbing material ( ⿟ Do not remove the tape securing the protective equipment, paper feed trays, and side covers before transporting the device to its installation location.
Page 46: Mounting Consumables
Installing the Device Mounting Consumables Hold the carrying levers while grasping the carrying handles, and use at least 4 people to lift and carry simultaneously. „ Setting the Toner Cartridge Note Remove the toner cartridge from its ⿟ Make sure not hold anywhere other than the cover bag.
Page 47 Installing the Device Close the toner replacement cover. Gently raise the (blue) lever ( ), and remove the image drum ( ) while being careful not to touch the green cylinder with your hands. „ Remove the image drum stopper Memo ⿟...
Page 48 Installing the Device Place the image drum that has been Align the (red) arrow labels on the image drum with the arrows on the removed on a flat surface covered with device, and gently insert into the slot paper, etc., and then orient the (orange) and push in firmly all the way while stopper in the direction of the arrows ( being careful not to touch the green...
Page 49: Setting Paper
Installing the Device Setting Paper Set the paper with the print surface face-down. This section explains how to set the paper in tray 1 or trays 2/3/4/5. Memo ⿟ In this section, setting paper in tray 1 is used as an example.
Page 50: Mounting The Expansion Unit (Optional)
Installing the Device „ Expansion tray unit with casters Mounting the Expansion (model: TRY-C3G2) Unit (Optional) Mount the (optional) expansion tray unit to increase the quantity and types of paper that can be set in the device. The expansion tray unit has a large-capacity tray comprising the 1st and 3rd trays.
Page 51 Installing the Device „ Large-capacity expansion tray unit Remove the expansion tray unit from (model: TRY-C3G3) the package, and remove the buffering and protective materials. Mount the main printer unit to the expansion tray unit. Gently lift the main unit using 4 people min., and align the holes on the base ) to the 2 protrusions ( ) on the...
Page 52 Installing the Device tray unit with casters, adjust the caster locks (x2) and feet Note (x2). ⿟ If using the expansion tray unit and large-capacity expansion tray unit, first mount the expansion tray Push down the lock levers on the unit to the large-capacity expansion tray unit, and then mount the main printer unit to the expansion tray casters (x2) at the front of the device...
Page 53 Installing the Device Rotate the nuts and bolts at the bottom If moving the printer or replacing consumables of each foot to lower the feet. or maintenance units, or setting paper in the tray, check the following points to prevent the printer from toppling.
Page 54: Mounting The Built-In Hdd (Optional)
Installing the Device Mounting the Built-in HDD Check that the internal LED lamp ( ) is OFF. (Optional) Mount the (optional) built-in HDD to increase the memory capacity or implement secure printing. Reference ⿟ For the functions required by the HDD, see "Advanced". „...
Page 55 Installing the Device Close the access cover. Press either the scroll button on the control panel to display the "Functions" screen. Memo ⿟ Print the "Configuration" on A4 size paper. Set A4 Tighten the access cover screws. size paper in the paper feed tray. Press the scroll button to select [Print Information], and then press the [OK]...
Page 56: Turning On/Off The Power
Turning ON/OFF the Power ⿟ Turning ON/OFF the Power Power Supply Precautions Power Supply Conditions Observe the following power supply conditions. There is a risk of getting Current: 110 - 127VAC WARNING an electric shock and/or (Range 99 - 140 VAC) causing fire.
Page 57: Connecting Power Cables
Insert the power plug into the power outlet. Memo ⿟ The "OKI" logo screen will be displayed in the liquid crystal display of the control panel when the device starts. Wait a moment until the standby screen is displayed, and the printing is enabled.
Page 58: Turning Off The Power Supply
Turning ON/OFF the Power Turning OFF the Power In the following cases, use the following procedure to turn OFF the main power supply. Supply If not using the device for long periods over holidays or during travel, etc. During normal use, use the following procedure If mounting optional or maintenance products.
Page 59: Test Printing Using The Printer Only
Test Printing Using the Printer Only ⿟ Test Printing Using the Printer Only Check that printing is actually enabled using the printer only. Check by printing the device setup and setup details, which enable the status to be checked. (Printer information.) Memo ⿟...
Page 60: Printer Information
Test Printing Using the Printer Only Printer Information During test printing, the following device setup details (printer information) will be printed. Memo ⿟ Use the printer information to check the functions that are currently usable, the settings table, the software and hardware versions built into the device, and the print quantity, etc.
Page 61: Connecting The Pc
Connecting the PC ⿟ Connecting the PC This section explains how to connect the device to a PC, and how to install the printer drivers from the enclosed "Software DVD-ROM". Prepare a PC connected to a DVD drive. Flow for Installing Drivers on a PC Connecting to PC For Windows For Macintosh...
Page 62: Operating Environment
Mac OS 9.1 to 9.2.2 *1: For Windows 8, only desktop mode is compatible. *2: Download and use the Mac OS 9 printer drivers from the OKI homepage. (http://www.okidata.co.jp/) Printer Driver Types The following types of printer driver can be installed.
Page 63: Connecting Cables
Connecting the PC „ Connecting LAN Cables Connecting Cables Connect the LAN cable to the LAN Connect the device to a PC or network. (network) interface connector ( The device is equipped with the LAN (network) Connect the other end of the LAN cable interface connectors and USB interface connectors as standard.
Page 64: Connecting Using Usb Cables
Connecting the PC Connecting Using USB Cables „ Connecting USB Cables Connect the device and PC using USB cables. Note ⿟ If the printer drivers are not installed on the PC, remove the USB cable fromthe PC, and first install the printer drivers.
Page 65: Installer Printer Drivers (Windows)
Connecting the PC „ Setting the IP Address in the Installer Printer Drivers Device Using the Control Panel (Windows) Memo ⿟ If configuring using a small network that connects the device to a single PC, set the following IP address Network Connections (conforming to RFC1918).
Page 66: Administrator Password
Connecting the PC Use the 10-key pad to enter the If setting the IP address manually, press administrator password. the scroll button to select [Manual], and then press the [OK] button. The default factory-set password is "aaaaaa". Press the [OK] button after Go to Step 8 entering each individual character.
Page 67 Connecting the PC Press the scroll button to select Press the [ON LINE] button to complete [Subnet Mask], and then press the [OK] the network setup. button. Network Setup 1/2 Page TCP/IP NetBIOS over TCP EtherTalk IP Address Set IPv4 Address Subnet Mask Use Online button to return to standby screen Enter the subnet mask in the same way...
Page 68 Connecting the PC „ Setting the IP Address in the PC Select [Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/ IPv4)], and click [Properties]. Note ⿟ If the IP address has already been set in the PC or is acquired automatically, go to “Installing Printer Drivers”...
Page 69 Connecting the PC „ Setting the Device Network Click [Device Network Setup]. Check that the device and PC are connected, and that the power is turned ON, and then insert the "Software DVD- ROM" into the PC. When the "AutoPlay" window is displayed, click [Run Setup.exe].
Page 70: Installing Printer Drivers
Connecting the PC When the setup is complete, the device Read the "Software License Agreement", will restart automatically, and the and click [Agree]. display will return to the menu selection screen. Click [Exit] in the menu screen to finish. Read the "Environmental advice for „...
Page 71 Select [Start]> [Devices and Printers]. Memo ⿟ Click [Custom install] to select "PCL6 Driver" and "XPS Driver". Check that the OKI C931 icon is The printer search will start. When the displayed. printer has been detected, select the Right-click the OKI C931 icon and select device from the table.
Page 72: Usb Connections
Connecting the PC USB Connections Read the "Software License Agreement", and click "Agree". Note ⿟ Check that the device power supply is turned OFF. ⿟ Setup requires computer administrator privileges. ⿟ This section described the operating procedure for Windows 7 unless otherwise specified. The screens and operating procedure may differ depending on the OS.
Page 73 Connecting the PC Click [Recommended Install] to start When the installation is complete, click the installation. [Exit]. Memo ⿟ Click [Custom install] to select "PCL6 Driver" and "XPS Driver". When the following screen is displayed during the installation, connect the In the menu screen, click [Exit]>...
Page 74: If Setup Fails
Connecting the PC Check that the OKI C931 icon is Installing Printer Drivers displayed. (Macintosh) Right-click the OKI C931 icon and select and item from the menu, and check Network Connections that all the printer drivers that have been installed are displayed in the sub- To connect Mac OS X and the device via a menu.
Page 75: Using Ethertalk
Connecting the PC „ Setup Flow „ Using EtherTalk The setup procedure may differ depending on ‰ Enable EtherTalk using the control panel, the print method. and disable sleep mode Bonjour/ If connecting to a network using EtherTalk, it EtherTalk Rendezvous is necessary to enable EtherTalk in the printer, Turning ON the power...
Page 76 Connecting the PC Check that [Network Setup] has been Press the [BACK] button to display the selected, and press the [OK] button. [Admin Setup] screen. Admin Setup 1/2 Page Admin Setup 1/2 Page Network Setup Network Setup USB Setup USB Setup Print Setup Print Setup PS Setup...
Page 77 ON. Reference ⿟ “Connecting Using LAN Cables” (P.63) Insert the "Software DVD-ROM" into the Double-click the OKI icon on the desktop. Double-click [Driver]> [Installer for Mac OS X]. Enter the Mac OS X administrator password, and click [Install Software].
Page 78 Enter the Mac OS X administrator password, and click [Install software]. Note ⿟ If [OKI C931(PS)] is not displayed correctly in Finish the installation by following the [Kind], click [-] to delete the device from [Printers], and repeat Steps 7 to 10 again.
Page 79 If an optional built-in HDD has been mounted, enable the [Hard Disk] check box. Select the printer displayed as [Bonjour] in [Kind], and check that [OKI C931(PS)] is displayed in [Use]. The name of the printer will be displayed in the format "OKI-C931-(last 6 digits of MAC address)".
Page 80: Usb Connections
Installing the printer drivers Adding devices to the PC Note ⿟ If [OKI C931(PS)] is not displayed correctly in Note [Kind], click [-] to delete the device from [Printer], ⿟ Upgrading Mac OS X or the printer driver versions may and then repeat Steps 8 to 11 again.
Page 81 Click [Print & Scan]. Click [+]. Select the printer displayed as [USB] in [Kind]. Check that [OKI DATA CORP C931] is displayed in the "Add" screen, and click Check that [OKI DATA CORP C931] is [Add]. displayed as added to the printer list, and close the "Print &...
Page 82: If Setup Fails
If setup fails using either a network or USB Printers]. connection, see the enclosed "Troubleshooting/ Daily Maintenance Manual". Right-click the OKI C931 icon, and This manual explains the possible causes of the select [Printer properties]. ([OKI setup trouble and the countermeasures.
Page 83 If using a network connection, click Click [Start], and select [Devices and [Get installed options automatically] in Printers]. [Installable Options]. Right-click the OKI C931 icon, and If using a USB connection, select select [Printer properties]. ([OKI [Installed] in [Hard Disk]. C931(PCL6)] if installing multiple printer drivers.)
Page 84 If using a network connection, click [Get Click [Start], and select [Devices and Printer Settings]. Printers]. If using a USB connection, enable the Right-click the OKI C931 icon, and [Printer Hard Disk] check box. select [Printer properties]. ([OKI C931(XPS)] if installing multiple printers.) Select the [Device Options] tab.
Page 85 Connecting the PC „ Mac OS X PS Printer Drivers ‰ Adding the Built-in HDD Note If using a network connection, click [Get ⿟ This section describes the operations procedures for Printer Settings]. Mac OS X 10.8 unless otherwise specified. Screens and operations procedures may differ depending on the If using a USB connection, enable the version.
Page 86 Connecting the PC „ Memo - 86 -...
Page 87: Printing
For high-quality printing it is necessary to use paper that satisfies conditions regarding quality, thickness, paper finish, etc. If printing on paper not recommended by OKI, thoroughly test the print quality and paper traveling performance, etc., and check that there are no impediments before use.
Page 88 Paper „ Paper Types, Size, and Thickness Note z Paper sources and output are restricted by paper type, size, and thickness. Type Size unit: mm (inches) Thickness Plain paper A3Nobi 328×453 GSM paper weight 52-360g/m (ream weight 45-309kg) A3Wide 320×450 Paper under GSM paper weight 52 to 297×420 64g/m...
Page 89 Paper Type Size unit: mm (inches) Thickness Envelopes Younaga #3 120×235 Using GSM weight 85g/m paper Kakugata #6 162 × 229 Nagagata #3 120×235 Nagagata #4 90×205 Nagagata #40 90×225 Yougata #0 120×235 Yougata #2 114×162 Yougata #4 105×235 Kakugata #6 162 ×...
Page 90: Paper Feed And Output Methods Selectable For Each Paper Type
Paper Paper Feed and Output Methods Selectable for Each Paper type O: Usable X: Not usable Settable tray Output bin Trays Type Size Thickness Multi-purpose Tray 1 2 to 5 Face-up Face-down tray (Optional) Plain paper A3Nobi, A3Wide, A3, GSM 64 to 320 g/m (With A4Wide, A4, A5, A6, 2-sided...
Page 91: Output Bin
Paper Settable tray Output bin Trays Type Size Thickness Multi-purpose Tray 1 2 to 5 Face-up Face-down tray (Optional) Postcard Hagaki, Oufuku Hagaki 4-Ren Hagaki Envelope Nagagata #3, Using GSM weight Nagagata #4, 85g/m paper Nagagata #40, Yougata #0, Yougata #2 (C6), Yougata #4, Kakugata #2, Kakugata #3,...
Page 92: (Landscape) And (Portrait) Icons
Paper (Landscape) and icon describes placing the paper horizontally as viewed from the front of the printer. (Paper is (Portrait) Icons fed vertically.) icon describes placing the paper vertically as viewed from the front of the printer. (Paper is fed horizontally.) Paper Feed Orientation Trays...
Page 93: Printing From Trays
Printing from Trays Printing from Trays With the exception of some paper sizes, the printer automatically detects the size of paper set in trays 1 to 5 . Further, only the width of the paper size is automatically detected. *: Trays 2 to 5 are optional. Memo z The printer does not automatically detect the following paper sizes.
Page 94: Printing From Trays
Printing from Trays Set the paper with the print surface Printing from Trays face-down. Open the file to be printed on the PC, and select [Paper Size], [Paper Source], and [Media Weight] to print via the paper driver. This section explains how to print using "Tray 1" or "Auto"...
Page 95 Printing from Trays „ Using Windows PCL Printer Use [Paper Source] in the [Paper/ Quality] tab to select the tray to be Drivers used, and click [Advanced]. Open the file to be printed using WordPad. Click [Page Setup] in the [File] menu. Select the paper size and print orientation, and click [OK].
Page 96 Printing from Trays „ Using Windows XPS Printer Drivers Select [Weight], and click [OK]. Open the file to be printed using WordPad. Click [Page setup] in the [File] menu. Select the paper size and print orientation, and click [OK]. Click [Print] in the [File] menu. Click [Preferences].
Page 97 Printing from Trays „ Using Mac OS X Printer Drivers Chick the [Feed] tab in the printer setup panel, and select [Media Type] Open the file to be printed using and [Media Weight]. TextEdit. Click [Page Setup] in the [File] menu. Select the paper size and print orientation using the page setup dialog box, and click [OK].
Page 98: Printing From The Multi-Purpose Tray
Printing from the Multi-Purpose Tray Printing from the Multi-Purpose Tray Setting Paper in the Multi- Press the [BACK] button to return to the previous screen. Purpose Tray Setting Paper Using the Control Panel If the paper size is "Envelope" or "Custom Size", use the control panel to set the paper size.
Page 99: Setting Paper
Printing from the Multi-Purpose Tray Setting Paper Select [Media Weight], and press the [OK] button. The multi-purpose tray prints to the face-up side of the paper that has been set. Note z Do not collate and set paper of different sizes, types, and thicknesses at the same time.
Page 100 Printing from the Multi-Purpose Tray Adjust the paper guide ( ) to the width Place the print side face-up, and set the of the paper that has been set. paper. Note Release and return the setting lever ( z Do not set the paper beyond the MP paper guide ( to its original position.
Page 101: Printing From The Multi-Purpose Tray
Printing from the Multi-Purpose Tray „ Using Windows PS Printer Drivers Printing from the Multi- Purpose Tray Open the file to be printed using WordPad. Print to the paper set in the multi-purpose tray. The main operating procedures are described Click [Page setup] in the [File] menu.
Page 102 Printing from the Multi-Purpose Tray Select [Paper Size] from [Paper/Output] Select a suitable value from [Media in the [Advanced Options] tab. Weight] in the [Advanced Options] screen, and then click [OK]. Select [Multi-Purpose Tray] in [Paper Memo Source] in the [Paper/Quality] tab, and z Normally, select [Auto].
Page 103 Printing from the Multi-Purpose Tray „ Using Windows PCL Printer Drivers Click [Paper Feed Options]. Open the file to be printed using WordPad. Click [Page setup] in the [File] menu. Select the paper size and print orientation, and click [OK]. Click [Print] in the [File] menu.
Page 104 Printing from the Multi-Purpose Tray „ Using Windows XPS Printer Drivers Click [Paper Feed Options]. Open the file to be printed using WordPad. Click [Page setup] in the [File] menu. Select the paper size and print orientation, and click [OK]. Click [Print] in the [File] menu.
Page 105 Printing from the Multi-Purpose Tray „ Using Mac OS X Printer Drivers Select [Print Options] using the print dialog box. Open the file to be printed using TextEdit. Click [Page Setup] in the [File] menu. Select the paper size and print orientation using the page setup dialog box, and click [OK].
Page 106: Outputting Paper
Outputting Paper Outputting Paper The printer outputs the paper either to the face-down stacker or the face-up stacker. The face-down stacker can accumulate approx. 620 sheets of GMS 64g/m paper. The face-up stacker can accumulate approx. 300 sheets of GMS 64g/m paper.
Page 107 Outputting Paper „ Using Windows XPS Printer Drivers „ Using Mac OS X Printer Drivers Memo Open the file to be printed. z This section uses "TextEdit" as an example. Click [Preferences] in the "Print" screen. Open the file to be printed. Select [Printer (Face Down)] in [Output Select [Print] in the [File] menu.
Page 108: Using The Face-Up Stacker (Print Face Is Up)
Outputting Paper Using the Face-Up Stacker Open the file to be printed. (Print Face Is Up) Customers using Mac OSX go to “Using Windows PS Printer Drivers” Step 5. The paper is output with the print side face- up. Paper is stacked in the reverse order from Click [Advanced] in the "Print"...
Page 109 Outputting Paper „ Using Windows XPS Printer Drivers „ Using Mac OS X Printer Drivers Memo Select [Printer (Face Up)] in [Output z This section uses "TextEdit" as an example. Bin] in [Job Options], and click [OK]. Select [Print] in the [File] menu. Select [Print Options] using the print dialog box.
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Page 111: Basic Device Operations
Setting Power Save Mode 4.Basic Device Operations This chapter explains how to set power save mode, which reduces device power consumption, how to check print quantities, the service life of consumables, remaining maintenance unit quantities and service life, and how to cancel printing. You can set the printer to enter power save mode from the standby screen.
Page 112: Setting The Time Before The Printer Enters Power Save Mode
Setting Power Save Mode Select [Enable], and press the [OK] Setting the time before the button. printer enters power save mode You can set the time until power save mode is entered. The default factory setting is "1 min." Lengthening the time until power save mode is entered may shorten the time until printing starts.
Page 113: Setting Sleep Mode
Setting Power Save Mode Press the [ON LINE] button to return to Setting sleep mode the standby screen. The device can be set to enter sleep mode from power save mode when no printing or data has been received after a fixed period of time. The default factory setting is to enable sleep, so implementing this procedure is unnecessary.
Page 114: Setting The Time Before The Printer Enters Sleep Mode
Setting Power Save Mode Select [Sleep], and press the [OK] Setting the time before the button. printer enters sleep mode You can set the time until sleep mode is entered. The default factory setting is "15 min." Lengthening the time until sleep mode is entered may shorten the time until printing starts.
Page 115 Setting Power Save Mode Press the [ON LINE] button to return to the standby screen. Memo z The settable times until sleep mode is entered are described below. 1 min., 2 mins., 3 mins., 4 mins., 5 mins., 10 mins., 15 mins., 30 mins., 60 mins.
Page 116: Restrictions In Sleep Mode
Setting Power Save Mode Restrictions in sleep mode This section explains the restrictions when the device is in sleep mode. When the device is displaying an error, entering sleep mode may be disabled. Printer driver utility restrictions When the device enters sleep mode, the printer driver and utility functions are restricted as described below.
Page 117: Network Function Restrictions
Setting Power Save Mode Network function restrictions „ Protocols with client functions do not operate In sleep mode, the following restrictions apply to While in sleep mode, the following protocols with the network functions. client functions do not operate. „ Sleep mode is disabled z E-mail alert*1 In the following cases, the device cannot enter z SNMP Trap...
Page 118: Setup To Turn Off The Power Supply Automatically
Setting Power Save Mode Setup to Turn OFF the Power Supply Automatically Setting auto power OFF Select [Power Setup], and press the [OK] button. mode The device can be set to enter OFF mode automatically when no printing or data has been received after a fixed period of time.
Page 119: Setting The Time Before The Printer Enters Auto Power Off Mode
Setup to Turn OFF the Power Supply Automatically Press the [ON LINE] button to return to Setting the time before the printer the standby screen. enters auto power OFF mode You can set the time until OFF mode is entered. The default factory setting is "4 hours".
Page 120: Checking Print Quantities
Checking print quantities Checking print quantities You can check the quantity of printed paper to date. You can also check the quantities printed (fed) from each tray. Press the scroll button Press the [OK] button. To continue checking other items, press Select [Configuration], and press the the [BACK] button and return to 4.
Page 121: Checking Consumables, And Remaining Maintenance Unit Quantities And Service Life
Checking Consumables, and Remaining Maintenance Unit Quantities and Service Life Checking Consumables, and Remaining Maintenance Unit Quantities and Service Life You can check the remaining quantities and service life of the toner, image drum, belt unit, fixer unit, and waste toner box. Press the scroll button Press the [OK] button.
Page 122: Canceling Printing
Setting Power Save Mode Canceling Printing To cancel data while printing or during print preparation, press the [CANCEL] button on the control panel. When the [CANCEL] button is pressed, the following screens will be displayed. To cancel printing, select [Yes], and press the [OK] button.
Page 123: Adding Printers Using Lpd (Tcp/Ip) Protocols
"Print & Scan" screen. network using LPD protocols (TCP/IP). Download the PPD installer for Mac OS X for the printer to be connected from the OKI Data homepage (http:// www.okidata.co.jp/), unzip and start the PPF installer, and then install PPD on the relevant Mac OS.
Page 124 Setting Power Save Mode Select the [IP] icon. The following screen The "Print & Scan" screen will be will be displayed. Enter the printer IP displayed, and the printer to be used address, "Queue" name, and "Name", (LPD) will be added to the printer list. and then check that the printer to be Select the printer to be used (LPD) as used is selected in "Use", and click the...
Page 125: Appendix
Table of control panel menu items Appendix Table of control panel menu items Numbers following the letter F in the menu items indicate the function number. Configuration Tray Count MPTray Tray1 Tray2 Tray3 Tray4 Tray5 Cyan Toner (n.nK) Supplies Life Magenta Toner (n.nK) Yellow Toner (n.nK) Black Toner (n.nK)
Page 126 Table of control panel menu items Print Information Configuration Print F100 Network Print F101 Demo Page DEMO1 Print File List Print PS Font List Print PCL Font List Print Usage Report Print F102 Error Log Print F103 Color Profile List Print User Media List Print...
Page 127 Table of control panel menu items Menus MPTray Config Tray Configuration Paper Size (A4 X Dimension (210mm/8.3") Y Dimension (297mm/11.7") Media Type (Medium Light) Media Weight (Auto) Tray Usage (Normal Tray) Tray1 Config Paper Size (Cassette Size) X Dimension (210mm/8.3") Y Dimension (297mm/11.7") Media Type (Medium Light)
Page 128 Table of control panel menu items Panel Setup Power Save Time (1 minute) F200 Sleep Time (15 minutes) F201 Auto Power Off Time (4 hours) F202 Clearable Warning (ONLINE) Auto Continue (Off) Manual Timeout (60 seconds) Wait Timeout (40 seconds) Low Toner (Continue) Jam Recovery (On) Error Report (Off)
Page 129 Table of control panel menu items Admin Setup Network Setup TCP/IP (Enable) NetBIOS over TCP (Enable) EtherTalk (Disable) IP Address Set (Auto) IPv4 Address (xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx) Subnet Mask (xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx) Gateway Address (xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx) Web (Enable) Telnet (Disable) FTP (Disable) IPSec (Disable) SNMP (Enable) Network Scale (Normal) Gigabit Network (Disable) Hub Link Setting (Auto)
Page 130 Table of control panel menu items PS Setup Network Protocol (RAW) USB Protocol (RAW) PCL Setup Font Source (Resident2) Font Number (C1) Font Pitch (10.00CPI) Font Height (12 point) Symbol Set (WIN3.1J) A4 Print Width (78 column) White Page Skip (Off) CR Function (CR) LF Function (LF) Print Margin (Normal)
Page 131 Table of control panel menu items Others Setup RAM Setup Receive Buffer Size (Auto) Resource Save (Off) Flash Memory Setup Execute Initialize nn% [n.n MB] Resize PS Area HDD Setup Execute Initialize PCL nn% (20%) Resize Partition Common mm% (50%) PS ll% (30%) <Apply>...
Page 132 Table of control panel menu items Calibration Auto Density Mode (On) Auto BG Adjust Mode (0) Adjust Density Execute F300 Adjust Registration Execute F301 Heavy Media Adjust (Off) Heavy Media Mode (Auto) Cyan Density (0) Color Density F310 Magenta Density (0) F311 Yellow Density (0) F312...
Page 133: Basic Windows Functions
Click [Setup], and select [Control Click [Setup], and select [Control panel]> [Show devices and printers]. panel]> [Show devices and printers]. Right-click the OKI C931 icon, and Right-click the OKI C931 icon, and select [Printer properties]. select [Printing preferences]. „ Windows Vista/Windows Server „...
Page 134: Specifications
Specifications Specifications Main specifications Model C911dn/C931dn/ES9411dn/ES9431dn: N36100A(120V), N36100B(230V), N36100C(100V) C941dn/ES9541dn: N36101A(120V), N36101B(230V), N36101C(100V) C911/ES9411dn: ARM Processor (1GHz) C931/C941/ES9431dn/ES9541dn: ARM Processor (1.2GHz) RAM (standard/ 2GB/2GB max.) Weight C911/C931/ES9411dn/ES9431dn: Approx. 82kg (not including consumables) C941/ES9541dn: Approx. 91kg (not including consumables) Power 110 to 127 VAC (Range 99 to 140 VAC), 50/60 Hz ± 2% 220 to 240 VAC (Range 198 to 264 VAC), 50/60 Hz ±...
Page 135 Specifications C911dn/ C931dn/ C941dn/ ES9411dn ES9431dn ES9541dn Print Color CMYK 50 pages/min. (A4 landscape feed), 28 pages/min. (A3 speed* (1-sided) portrait feed) (If auto paper weight is set) CMYK+1 color CMYK+Spot Color white: 45 pages/min. (A4 landscape feed), 25 pages/min.
Page 136 Specifications Paper Multi-purpose Capacity 310 sheets (GSM weight 64g/m , total thickness 31mm max.) feed tray method/ Capacity 580 sheets (GSM weight 64g/m , total thickness 53mm max.) Feed tray quantity Expansion (Optional) Capacity 580 sheets (GSM weight 64g/m , total thickness 53mm max.) tray unit Large-...
Page 137: Network Interface Specifications
Specifications Network interface specifications z Basic specifications Network protocols z For TCP/IP z For EtherTalk z Connectors 1000BASE-T / 100 BASE-TX / 10 BASE-T (Auto switching and simultaneous use are not possible) Note z The default factory setting is to disable 1000BASE-T. If using with 1000BASE-T, use the control panel to make the following settings.
Page 138: Usb Interface Specifications
Specifications USB interface specifications z Basic specifications USB (supports Hi-Speed USB) z Connectors B receptacle (female) upstream port z Cables 5m max. USB2.0 specifications cable (2m max. recommended) (Do not use shielded cable wires.) z Send mode Full speed (12Mbps±0.25% max.) High speed (480Mbps±0.05% max.) z Power control Self-powered device...
Page 139: Dimensions
Specifications Dimensions Plan view Side view When the (optional) expansion tray unit is mounted Plan view Side view - 139 -...
Page 140 Specifications „ Memo - 140 -...
Page 141: Index
Index 10-key pad ..........29 2-sided documents ........26 Detecting Automatically ....... 93 Dimensions ..........139 Documents ..........25 Adjusting brightness ......31, 32 Driver installation ........61 Errors ..........35 Mac OS X .......... 74 Air holes............42 Windows ........... 65 Auto ............94 Auto Power OFF Mode Setup ..........
Page 142 Handle ............31 Mac OS X printer driver [HELP] button ..........34 Documents ........31 HELP button ......... 31, 34 Main power switch ......25, 57, 58 Help screen ..........27 Power conditions ........ 26 Hubs ............63 Maintenance ..........2 Manual Feed Printing (Multi-Purpose Tray) ..101 Menu items ..........34 Menu items table ........
Page 143 Expansion tray (optional) ..... 82 Mac OS X .......... 74 Paper ............87 Types ..........62 Output ..........106 Windows ........65, 133 Settings ........93, 99 Printer Drivers ........94, 101 Size ..........88 Printer information ....... 59, 60 Thickness .......... 88 Printing ..........
Page 144 Securing lever ........23, 27 Test prints Setting optional drivers Test printing using the printer alone ..59 Mac OS X .......... 85 Toner cartridge ...........46 Windows ........... 82 Toner replacement cover ....... 23, 27 Setup ............41 Transfer roller unit securing lever ....29 Network connection ......
Page 145: Oki Contact Details
Hungary Fax:+353 (0)1 4049591 Liebermannstrasse A02 603 http://www.oki.ie Telefon: +36 1 814 8000 22345 Brun am Gebirge Oki Systems Ireland Limited - Telefax: +36 1 814 8009 Tel: +43 223 6677 110 Northern Ireland Website: www.okihu.hu Drucker Support: 19 Ferndale Avenue OKI Systems (Italia) S.p.A.
Page 146 Fax: 1-856-222-5260 Lingkaran Syed Pura 59200, Romania Email: LASatisfaction@okidata.com Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Oki Data de Mexico, S.A. de C.V. Tel: +40 21 303 3138 Tel: (60) 3 2287 1177 Fax: +40 21303 3150 Fax: (60) 3 2287 1166 Mariano Escobedo #748, Piso 8 Website: http://romania.oki.com...
Page 147 Oki Data Corporation 4-11-22 Shibaura, Minato-ku,Tokyo 108-8551, Japan www.okiprintingsolutions.com 45582402EE Rev1...

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