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ii GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide T rademarks The following are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Other product names mentioned in this manual may also be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Registered trademarks are registered in the United States Patent and T rademark Office; [...]

Contents Contents Pr eface 1 About this Manual 2 Scope 2 Overview 2 Printer Orientation 3 About the Printer 3 Features 3 A vailable Configuration 4 Safety Precautions 4 Conventions 5 Installing and Relocating Y our Printer 5 Other Precautions 7 Precautions for Power and Ground Connections 7 Cautions 8 Other Precautions 9 Operating Precautions 9 No[...]

iv GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Chapter 1 Unpacking and Installing the Printer 1-1 Positioning the Printer 1-2 Installation Environment 1-2 Minimum Installation Clearances 1-3 Accessories 1-4 T ransporting the Printer 1-7 Installation Procedur e 1-8 Removing the Packing T ape 1-8 Removing the Spacers 1-9 Installing the Drum Cartridge [...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide v Loading Paper 2-10 Loading Paper in the Paper T ray (Tray 2) 2-10 Loading Paper in the Multi Purpose T ray (Tray 1) 2-15 Loading T ransparency Sheets in the Multi Purpose T ray (T ray 1) 2-17 Loading Postcards in the Multi Purpose T ray (Tray 1) 2-19 Loading Envelopes in the Multi Purpose T ray (Tray 1) [...]

vi GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide T ransfer Roller Cartridge 5-3 Fuser Unit 5-3 Paper Feed Roller 5-4 T oner Cartridges 5-4 T oner Cartridge Handling Precautions 5-4 Replacing T oner Cartridges 5-5 Drum Cartridge 5-8 Drum Cartridge Handling Precautions 5-8 Replacing the Drum Cartridge 5-9 T ransfer Roller Cartridge 5-13 T ransfer Roller[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide vii Color Menu 7-21 Functions Menu 7-23 Chapter 8 Installing Additional Memory 8-1 Installing DRAM Memory DIMMS 8-2 Appendix A General Information A-1 Sources of Support A-2 Y our GCC V endor A-2 Y our Application V endor A-2 Internet A-2 GCC T echnical Support A-2 GCC Service A-3 GCC Sales A-3 GCC W orldw[...]

viii GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Appendix C Printing Font Summaries C-1 Printing a Font Summary C-2 PostScript Font Summary C-3 PCL Font Summary C-7 Appendix D Notes on Matching Printed Colors with Display Colors D-1 Printed Colors vs. Display Colors D-2 Options for Color Matching D-2 Appendix E W arramties and Licenses E-1 Software [...]

Pr eface In this Chapter . . . • “W elcome” on page 2 • “About this Manual” on page 2 • “About the Printer” on page 3 • “Safety Precautions” on page 5[...]

2 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide About this Manual W elcome Thank you for selecting the GCC Elite Color 16 Series laser printer . This User Guide contains important information about the operation and care of your printer . Please read this manual in its entirety and keep it at hand for later reference. Y ou may find it helpful to prin[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 3 About the Printer Chapter 7: Understanding and Navigating the Contr ol Panel Menu This chapter explains the control panel and its functions, and also demonstrates how to navigate through the control panel menus and submenus that allow you to view and change the printer settings. Chapter 8: Installing Add[...]

4 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide About the Printer • W ith the optional High Capacity Feeder (HCF) installed, you can increase printing effi- ciency by using both paper trays. Y ou can set up to 1,600 sheets with this option. The illustration below shows the printer with the optional HCF installed. • Easy operation: the easy-to-rea[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 5 Safety Precautions Safety Precautions T o ensure safe operation of your printer , make sure you read this section thoroughly before use. Conventions This following conventions are used throughout this manual to emphasize certain procedures or information: NOTE: A note is a tip or extra information that m[...]

6 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Safety Precautions When lifting the printer , get a firm footing and bend your knees to avoid possible inju- ries to your back. The printer has ventilation holes on the rear panel. Ensure that the printer is installed no less than 6 inches (150 mm) from the wall on the right, 4 inches (100 mm) from the [...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 7 Safety Precautions After installing the High Capacity Feeder , lock down the brakes on the casters at the front of the High Capacity Feeder . Failure to lock down the brakes can cause the printer to move unexpectedly , resulting in injury . Other Pr ecautions • Operate the printer in a location that me[...]

8 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Safety Precautions Ensure that the plug connection is dustless. In a damp environment, a contaminated connector can draw a non-negligible amount of current that can generate heat and even- tually cause fire over an extended period of time. Always use the power cord provided with your printer . When an e[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 9 Safety Precautions When the printer is not used over an extended period of time, switch it off and unplug it. If an unused printer is left connected to a power source for a long period, degraded insulation can cause electric shocks, current leakages, or fire. Switch off the printer before connecting the[...]

10 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Safety Precautions Never touch a labeled area found on or near the fuser unit. Y ou can burn yourself. If a sheet of paper is wrapped around the fuser roller , do not try to remove it by yourself, as this may cause injuries or burns. T urn off the printer immediately and contact your GCC Customer Suppor[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 11 Safety Precautions Notes on Handling Consumables Never throw a toner cartridge into an open flame. It can cause an explosion and injuries. Never throw a transfer roller cartridge into an open flame. It can cause an explosion and injuries. Never throw a drum cartridge into an open flame. It can cause [...]

12 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Safety Precautions • Do not open consumables until you are ready to use them. Do not store consumables in the following conditions: • In high temperature or humidity • Near an open flame • Exposed to direct sunlight • Dusty areas • Before using consumables, read the operating instructions a[...]

Chapter 1 Unpacking and Installing the Printer In this Chapter . . . • “About this Chapter” on page 1-2 • “Positioning the Printer” on page 1-2 • “Accessories” on page 1-4 • “T ransporting the Printer” on page 1-7 • “Installation Procedure” on page 1-8 • “T urning the Printer On” on page 1-24 • “Selecting a D[...]

1-2 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Positioning the Printer About this Chapter This chapter describes how to select an appropriate installation location, what accessories are provided with the printer , and the installation procedures required once you have chosen a loca- tion for your printer . Positioning the Printer For safe and conve[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 1-3 Positioning the Printer When using an ultrasonic water vaporizer Using tap or well water with ultrasonic water vaporizers disperses impurities into the air . These impurities can accumulate inside the printer and cause print quality to deteriorate. If you install the printer in the same room as an ultr[...]

1-4 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Accessories Side V iew Accessories The standard printer package consists of the following items. Before installing the printer , con- firm that all the items listed below are accounted for . NOTE: Keep the box and packaging in case you need to transport the printer over long distances in the future. N[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 1-5 Accessories Drum cartridge T oner cartridges: (Black, Y ellow , Magenta, Cyan) Power Cord[...]

1-6 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Accessories T ray cover NOTE: The tray cover does not come standard with the printer . GCC Elite Color 16 Series Software and Documentation CD-ROM[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 1-7 T ransporting the Printer T ransporting the Printer Note the following points when transporting the printer into position. Keep the printer level. When carrying the printer , keep it level to prevent trays and consumables from falling out. Do not tilt it more than 10 degrees in any direction. CAUTION: [...]

1-8 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Installation Procedur e Installation Procedur e Install the printer as follows: 1. Remove all the packing tape from the printer . 2. Remove all the spacers from the printer . 3. Install the drum cartridge. 4. Install the toner cartridges. 5. Load the paper . 6. Plug in the power cord. NOTE: Spacers are[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 1-9 Installation Procedur e Left Side Removing the Spacers A spacer is installed in the paper tray to protect it from shock and vibrations during shipping. Remove the spacer before using the printer . Follow the procedure below to remove the spacer from the paper tray . NOTE: Keep the spacer in case you ne[...]

1-10 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Installation Procedur e 1. Gently pull out the paper tray until it stops. 2. Hold the tray with both hands, lift the front up slightly and pull it completely out of the printer . NOTE: Place the tray on a flat surface. 3. Remove the tape from the cardboard spacer in the tray and remove the spacer .[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 1-1 1 Installation Procedur e NOTE: Keep the spacer in case you need to transport the printer over long distances in the future. 4. Holding the paper tray with both hands, align it with the opening in the printer and gently insert it. 5. Push the paper tray completely back into the printer . NOTE: Do not u[...]

1-12 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Installation Procedur e Installing the Drum Cartridge Follow the procedure below to install the drum cartridge. 1. Push up button ‘A ’ 1 and fully open the front cover 2. 2. Open the paper outlet cover .[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 1-13 Installation Procedur e 3. T ake a new drum cartridge out of its package and pull hard on each the 4 seals to remove them. Pull the seals completely out. NOTE: Keep the aluminum package of the drum cartridge in case you need to transport the printer over long distances in the future. 4. Hold the left [...]

1-14 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Installation Procedur e 5. Remove the protective sheet from the drum cartridge as shown in the illustration. NOTE: Do not touch the transfer roller (black colored part). Make sure nothing touches or scratches the roll surface. Scratches or oil from your hands on the drum deteriorates print quality . M[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 1-15 Installation Procedur e NOTE: Do not touch the transfer roller . Lowering the cartridge into the printer without correctly aligning the shafts with the slots can damage the cartridge. Do not allow the surface of the transfer roller to come into contact with anything. 7. Close the paper outlet cover . [...]

1-16 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Installation Procedur e 1. Remove the top cover . 2. Select the new toner cartridge whose color matches the label on the insertion point and remove it from its packaging.[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 1-17 Installation Procedur e 3. Shake the toner cartridge 7 or 8 times as shown in the illustration to distribute the toner evenly . 4. Align the toner cartridge with the corresponding insertion point in the printer and insert it as shown in the illustration. 5. Grip the levers at each end of the toner car[...]

1-18 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Installation Procedur e 6. Pull the toner seal straight up to remove it. NOTE: Pull the toner seal straight up. Pulling the toner seal diagonally may tear the seal. 7. Repeat steps 2 - 6 to install the remaining toner cartridges. 8. Replace the top cover .[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 1-19 Installation Procedur e Loading Paper Follow the procedure below to load paper into the paper tray . NOTE: See “Paper Handling” on page 2-6 for information about the types of paper suitable for printing. See “Loading Paper in the Multi Purpose T ray” on page 2-15 for more details on setting pa[...]

1-20 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Installation Procedur e 2. Hold the tray with both hands lift up the front slightly and remove it from the printer . NOTE: Place the tray on a flat surface. 3. Move the end and side paper guides to their outermost positions. Gently lift the end paper guide to move it. 4. Grip the end paper guide with[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 1-21 Installation Procedur e NOTE: -Make sure that the end guide is properly inserted into the holes corresponding to the appropriate paper size. -Only a small amount of movement of the end paper guide can make automatic paper size detection impossible. If this occurs, move the end paper guide all the way [...]

1-22 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Installation Procedur e 7. Hold the paper tray with both hands, align it with the opening in the printer and gently insert it. 8. Push the paper tray completely back into the printer . NOTE: Do not use excessive force on the paper tray . NOTE: There is an indicator next to the paper tray that tells yo[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 1-23 Installation Procedur e Installing the T ray Cover Follow the procedure below to install the tray cover . NOTE: The tray cover does not come standard with the printer . 1. Clip the hooks on the tray cover onto the 2 tabs at the back of the printer as illustrated. Connecting the Power Cord Follow the p[...]

1-24 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide T urning the Printer On T urning the Printer On On the printer ’ s right side, press the side of the power switch marked [ I ] to turn the printer on. NOTE: The printer motors run for 1 or 2 minutes when you first turn the power on. The top line of the LCD display reads: Loading followed by asteris[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 1-25 Selecting a Display Language Selecting a Display Language The default language for all LCD display messages and the Configuration Summary is English. Y ou can change the default language to Spanish, Italian, German or French. NOTE: The language that you select will be reflected on all LCD display me[...]

1-26 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User s Guide Adjusting Color Registration Adjusting Color Registration Y our printer is factory calibrated for optimal color registration, so most users should not have the need to adjust the printer s settings. Should you experience issues with color registration, however , follow the procedure below to make adjustme[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User s Guide 1-27 Adjusting Color Registration 7. Adjust black ink alignment settings ( K-V ADJUST and K-H ADJUST ) 8. Print the ALIGNMENT PAGE (note: steps 7 and 8 may have to be repeated a few times) 9. Adjust color ink alignment values ( M-V ADJUST , M-H ADJUST , Y -V ADJUST , Y -H ADJUST , C-V ADJUST and C-H ADJUST 10.[...]

1-28 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Installing Printer Drivers and Locating User Documentation Adjusting the Color Ink Alignment Settings Next go to the color registration adjustment portion of the alignment page. Y ou will notice that there are six alignment patterns printed on the paper; three horizontal and three vertical. In each se[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 1-29 Installing Printer Drivers and Locating User Documentation Locating User Documentation T o locate other documentation that will assist you in operating and maintaining your printer , go to the MANUALS folder on the Elite Color 16 Series CD-ROM. Y ou can open and read these manuals directly from the CD[...]

1-30 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Printing a Configuration Summary Printing a Configuration Summary Y our printer can print a configuration summary that lists the currently selected status of menu options, media selections in trays, options installed and other relevant information about your printer . T o print a Configuration Sum[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 1-31 Printing a Configuration Summary[...]

1-32 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Printing PCL and PostScript Font Lists Printing PCL and PostScript Font Lists Y our printer has the capability of printing lists of all installed PCL or PostScript fonts. T o print a Font List, follow these steps: 1. From the Ready status, press MENU, the control panel display will read: Menu Paper Me[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 1-33 T urning the Printer Off T urning the Printer Off Remember to turn off the printer at the end of day or when the printer will not be used for an extended period of time. NOTE: When the printer is turned off, all print data still in memory will be erased. Set the power switch to the [ O ] position to t[...]

Chapter 2 Maintenance In this Chapter . . . • “About this Chapter” on page 2-2 • “Names and Functions of the Printer ’ s Parts” on page 2-2 • “Paper Handling” on page 2-6 • “Cleaning” on page 2-21 • “T ransporting the Printer” on page 2-24[...]

2-2 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Names and Functions of the Printer’s Parts About this Chapter This chapter explains any necessary maintenance procedures, such as feeding paper , cleaning, and other procedures required for normal operation. Names and Functions of the Printer’s Parts The names and functions of the various parts of [...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 2-3 Names and Functions of the Printer’s Parts Control Panel POWER POWER SA VER ST ATUS MENU NEXT PREVIOUS RETURN SELECT READY ST ART/STOP ACTIVE FAULT CANCEL Display LED Indicators Buttons[...]

2-4 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Names and Functions of the Printer’s Parts Rear V iew No. Name Description 1 1 Interface Connector Connect the printer to your computer or network here. 12 Power Cord Connector Connect the power cord here. 13 Exhaust Grille Allows internal heat to dissipate. Make sure the grille is never obstructed. [...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 2-5 Names and Functions of the Printer’s Parts Internal V iew Cover open with button A Cover open with button B No. Name Description 16 T ransfer Roller Cartridge T ransfers the image created on the drum surface to the paper, and collects used toner . 17 Drum Cartridge Consists of the light-sensitive dru[...]

2-6 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Paper Handling Paper Handling Using paper that is unsuitable for printing can cause paper jams and deteriorate print quality . W e recommend using the types of paper listed below to obtain the best results from your printer . Selecting Print Media Y our printer can print on a variety of media, includin[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User s Guide 2-7 Selecting Print Media Print Media W eight, T ype, and Size The following table defines print media that you can use in each of the paper sources. If you have concerns about a specific brand or type of media, try samples of the media to determine if the resulting printer performance and print quality meet y[...]

2-8 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User s Guide Selecting Print Media Suitable Paper T ypes Paper T rays, T ypes, and Sizes Y ou can load the following types of paper into the paper tray or multi purpose tray . NOTE: The number of sheets that you can load varies according to paper thickness. Duplex Printing Paper T ypes and Sizes The various paper types[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 2-9 Selecting Print Media Unsuitable Paper types A void using the following paper types as they can cause paper jams or damage to the printer . • Color transparency sheets (bordered by white frame). • Ink jet paper • Paper that is too thick or too thin • Paper already printed using another printer [...]

2-10 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Loading Paper Storing Paper Failure to store paper properly can cause paper jams, deteriorate print quality , and/or damage to the printer . Store paper under the following conditions: • Between 50 and 86˚F (10˚C and 30˚C) • Between 30% to 65% relative humidity • In a dry place • After open[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 2-1 1 Loading Paper NOTE: Load paper into the optional High Capacity Feeder the same way . 1. Gently pull out the paper tray until it stops. 2. Hold the tray with both hands, lift the front slightly and pull it completely out of the printer . NOTE: Place the tray on a flat surface. 3. Move the end and sid[...]

2-12 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Loading Paper NOTE: Y ou do not need to move the paper guides if you are refilling the tray with paper of the same size. 4. Grip the end paper guide with your fingers and gently lift it up. Insert the pins at the bot- tom of the guide in the holes corresponding to the paper size that you want to loa[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 2-13 Loading Paper NOTE: Make sure that the end guide is properly inserted into the holes corresponding to the appropriate paper size. Only a small amount of movement of the end paper guide can make automatic paper size detection impossible. If this occurs, move the end paper guide all the way to its outer[...]

2-14 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Loading Paper NOTE: Pushing the paper guides too hard against the edges of the paper stack can cause a paper jam. However , if the paper guides are too loose, the paper may twist as it feeds through the printer . 7. Hold the paper tray with both hands, align it with the opening in the printer and gent[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 2-15 Loading Paper NOTE: There is an indicator next to the paper tray that tells you how much paper remains in the tray . Use this meter as a guide to refill the paper tray . Loading Paper in the Multi Purpose T ray (T ray 1) Follow the procedure below to load paper into the multi purpose tray . NOTE: T o[...]

2-16 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Loading Paper NOTE: When printing on long paper , pull out the tray extension. Printing long paper with the tray extension retracted can cause the paper to fall out or make feeding impossible. 3. When using media such as transparency sheets, label sheets, or envelopes, fan the stack before loading so [...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User s Guide 2-17 Loading Paper NOTE: Do not use paper that is folded, creased, or heavily warped. Do not overload the paper tray . 5. When loading paper , carefully align the paper guides with the edges of the paper so that there is a small gap between the paper stack and the guides. Pushing the paper guides too hard agai[...]

2-18 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Loading Paper 1. Fan a few transparency sheets at a time. 2. Insert the transparency sheets into the multi purpose tray until they lightly touch the feed- ing slot. NOTE: Do not use full color transparency sheets. They can jam in the printer and damage the fuser unit. OHP[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 2-19 Loading Paper Loading Postcards in the Multi Purpose T ray (T ray 1) Feed postcards from T ray 1. NOTE: When printing on the back of pre-printed postcards, make sure the postcards are not bent. Even slightly bent postcards can cause paper jams. Flatten bent postcards by hand before loading them. W e d[...]

2-20 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Loading Paper 5.5 in (139.7 mm) or larger 3.5 in (88.9 mm) or larger[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 2-21 Cleaning Cleaning Use a soft, damp, well-wrung cloth to clean the outside of the printer . W ipe any remaining water with a soft dry cloth. If some stains prove difficult to remove, use a cloth moistened with a mild neutral detergent.W e recommend that you clean the printer at least once a month to k[...]

2-22 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Storing the Printer Storing the Printer Follow the procedure below when you do not need to use the printer for a long period. 1. On the right side of the printer , press [ O ] on the power switch to turn off the printer . 2. Disconnect the power cord, interface cable, and any other cables. W ARNING: T[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 2-23 Storing the Printer 3. Remove any remaining paper from the paper tray and store it in a dry , dust-free place. NOTE: If the paper proves difficult to remove, pull the tray completely out of the printer and try removing the paper again.[...]

2-24 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide T ransporting the Printer T ransporting the Printer Before transporting the printer by car or truck over long distances, follow the procedure below to prevent strong vibrations from damaging the printer . NOTE: When carrying the printer , keep it level to prevent trays or consumables from falling out.[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 2-25 T ransporting the Printer 1. On the right side of the printer , press [ O ] on the power switch to turn off the printer . 2. Disconnect the power cord, interface cable, and any other cables. W ARNING: T o prevent electric shock, never touch the power plug with wet hands. CAUTION: When removing the pow[...]

2-26 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide T ransporting the Printer 3. Gently pull out the paper tray until it stops. 4. Hold the tray with both hands, lift the front up slightly and pull it completely out of the printer . 5. Remove the paper from the paper tray , and store it in a dry , dust-free place.[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 2-27 T ransporting the Printer 6. Insert the cardboard spacer in the tray as illustrated on the left. 7. Hold the paper tray with both hands, align it with the opening in the printer and gently insert it. 8. Push the paper tray completely back into the printer .[...]

2-28 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide T ransporting the Printer 9. Remove the optional tray cover , if equipped. 10. Push up button ‘A ’ 1 and fully open the front cover 2 . 11 . Open the paper outlet cover .[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 2-29 T ransporting the Printer 12. Grip the drum cartridge handle and gently lift it out of the printer . NOTE: Do not touch the transfer roller (black colored part). Hold the drum cartridge by the handle on top of the cartridge to prevent the cartridge from falling. NOTE: W rap the drum cartridge in its a[...]

2-30 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide T ransporting the Printer 14. Close the front cover . 15. T o protect the printer from damage, pack it in a box before transporting it. NOTE: After moving the printer to the new location, you need to readjust the color registration. For details, refer to “Adjusting Color Registration” on page 1-26[...]

Chapter 3 Dealing with Pr oblems In this Chapter . . . • “About this Chapter” on page 3-2 • “T roubleshooting” on page 3-2 • “Solving Printer Power-on Problems” on page 3-1 1 • “Control Panel LCD Messages” on page 3-12 • “Ethernet Network Interface T roubleshooting” on page 3-14[...]

3-2 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide T roubleshooting About this Chapter This chapter describes solutions to any problems that might occur when using the printer . Read this chapter to determine the nature of the problem and the best method of dealing with it. T roubleshooting When your printer suffers from a problem, refer to one of the [...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 3-3 T roubleshooting Print Quality Problems Description Cause Action Faded printouts The media is outside the recommended specification range. Replace the media with a recommend size and type, and confirm that your printer driver settings are correct. See “Paper Handling” on page 2-6 . The paper is d[...]

3-4 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide T roubleshooting Description Cause Action Recurring smudges Dirt in the paper path. Print several blank sheets. The drum cartridge, transfer roller , or fuser unit is old or damaged. Check the condition of the drum cartridge, transfer roller and fuser unit, and replace as necessary . See “Drum Cartri[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 3-5 T roubleshooting Description Cause Action Hair-like marks appear in or around black half-tone printing Shadows appear around areas of dense black printing The paper was left unwrapped for a long time (especially in a dry environment). Replace the paper . The paper is outside the recommended specificat[...]

3-6 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide T roubleshooting Description Cause Action Partial blanks, creased paper or blotted printing The paper is damp. Replace the paper . See “Paper Handling” on page 2-6. The paper is outside the recommended specification range. Replace the paper with a recommend size and type. See “Paper Handling” [...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 3-7 T roubleshooting Paper T ransport Pr oblems V ertical blanks The drum cartridge is not installed correctly . Reinstall the drum cartridge. See “Drum Cartridge” on page 5-8. The drum cartridge, transfer roller , or fuser unit is old or damaged. Check the condition of the drum cartridge, transfer rol[...]

3-8 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide T roubleshooting Other pr oblems Cleaning the Density Sensor When the printer ’ s density sensor is dirty , follow the procedure below to clean it. 1. Push the [ O ] mark on the power switch to turn off the printer . Description Cause Action Unusual noises The printer is not level. Reposition the pri[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 3-9 T roubleshooting 2. Push up button ‘A ’ ➀ and fully open the front cover ➁ . 3. Grip the tabs at both ends of the transfer roller and gently lift it out of the printer . NOTE: Lift the roller carefully to prevent waste toner from spilling out. 4. Gently wipe the density sensor window with a cle[...]

3-10 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide T roubleshooting 5. Insert the pins at both ends of the transfer roller cartridge into the U-shaped bearings inside the printer . 6. T o lock the transfer roller cartridge into the printer , push down on the base of the tabs until you hear a click. 7. Close the front cover . 8. Push the [ I ] mark on [...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 3-1 1 Solving Printer Power -on Problems Solving Printer Power -on Problems This section describes problems that can occur when starting up the printer . If the trouble per- sists after performing the checks listed below , turn the printer off [ O ], disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet, and see ?[...]

3-12 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Control Panel LCD Messages Control Panel LCD Messages LCD MESSAGE (LINE 1) LCD MESSAGE (LINE 2) CAUSE OF ERROR MESSAGE REQUIRED A CTION TONER Y MISSING INSTALL/RESET Y ellow toner cartridge is missing. Install Y ellow toner cartridge. TONER M MISSING INSTALL/RESET Magenta toner cartridge is missing. I[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 3-13 Control Panel LCD Messages CTD SENSOR DUSTY CLEAN CTD SENSOR CTD sensor dustiness is detected. Clean CTD sensor FRONT COVER OPEN CLOSE COVER Front cover is open. Close front cover . LOAD PAPER TRAY1 LOAD PAPER TRAY2 LOAD PAPER TRAY3 LOAD PAPER TRAY4 There is an empty paper tray . Put paper in empty pa[...]

3-14 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Ethernet Network Interface T roubleshooting Ethernet Network Interface T roubleshooting This section offers various troubleshooting procedures and technical support advice for the Ethernet network interface. Power -Up T roubleshooting There are several possible error situations if the unit does not di[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 3-15 Ethernet Network Interface T roubleshooting T echnical Support If you are experiencing an error that is not listed in this chapter , or if you are unable to fix the error , contact your point of purchase or T echnical Support as listed in Appendix A. If possible, you should print a Configuration pag[...]

Chapter 4 Paper Jams In this Chapter . . . • “About this Chapter” on page 4-2 • “Clearing Paper Jams” on page 4-2[...]

4-2 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Clearing Paper Jams About this Chapter This chapter explains procedures for dealing with paper jams. Clearing Paper Jams If a paper jam occurs, refer to the illustration below to select the appropriate corrective action and clear the paper jam immediately . NOTE: The illustration below shows the printe[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 4-3 Clearing Paper Jams NOTE: Remove jammed paper slowly and carefully to avoid tearing it. NOTE: Paper jams can be caused by incorrect printer installation or by using unsuitable or low-quality paper . For information about paper , refer to “Paper Handling” on page 2-6 . Paper Jams in the Multi Purpos[...]

4-4 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Clearing Paper Jams 1. Pull the jammed paper out of the multi purpose tray . 2. Push up button ‘A ’ ➀ and fully open the front cover ➁ . Confirm that there are no scraps of paper remaining inside the printer . 3. Close the front cover . Paper Jams in the Paper T ray Follow the procedure below [...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 4-5 Clearing Paper Jams 2. Remove all the jammed and/or creased paper from the tray . 3. If there is jammed paper remaining inside the printer , pull it out carefully to avoid tearing it.[...]

4-6 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Clearing Paper Jams 4. Push up button ‘A ’ ➀ and fully open the front cover ➁ . Confirm that there are no scraps of paper remaining inside the printer . 5. Close the front cover . 6. Hold the paper tray with both hands, align it with the opening in the printer and gently insert it. 7. Push the[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 4-7 Clearing Paper Jams Paper Jams Between the Drum Cartridge and Fuser Unit This section describes the procedures to remove paper jammed around the drum cartridge and in the fuser . Select the appropriate procedure according to the location of the jammed paper . Paper jams ar ound the drum cartridge: Foll[...]

4-8 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Clearing Paper Jams Paper jams in the fuser unit: Follow the procedure below to remove paper jammed in the fuser unit. 1. Press button ‘B’ ➀ and open the upper part of the front cover ➁ . 2. Lift the levers at both ends of the fuser unit, and remove the jammed paper . If the paper is torn, remo[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 4-9 Clearing Paper Jams NOTE: If only a small portion of the jammed paper is visible, making it difficult to remove, refer to “Paper jams around the drum cartridge” on the previous page to remove the jammed paper . 4. Close the Front Cover . Paper jams with long paper: If paper longer than 14 inches ([...]

4-10 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Clearing Paper Jams 1. Press button ‘B’ ➀ and open the upper part of the front cover ➁ . 2. Remove the jammed paper . If the paper is torn, remove any scraps of paper remaining inside the printer . 3. Close the front cover . Paper Jams in the High Capacity Feeder Follow the procedure below to [...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 4-1 1 Clearing Paper Jams NOTE: Paper in the High Capacity Feeder feeds to the printer from the front of the trays, therefore paper jammed in the lower tray can block the upper tray of the module or the paper tray in the printer , preventing you from opening them. Look for the jammed paper sequentially , s[...]

4-12 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Clearing Paper Jams 5. Close the front cover . 6. Close all open paper trays. ◆ ◆ ◆[...]

Chapter 5 Consumables In this Chapter . . . • “About this Chapter“ on page 5-2 • “Consumables Overview“ on page 5-2 • “T oner Cartridges“ on page 5-4 • “Drum Cartridge“ on page 5-8 • “T ransfer Roller Cartridge“ on page 5-13 • “Fuser Unit“ on page 5-16 • “Paper Feed Roller“ on page 5-21[...]

5-2 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Consumables Overview About this Chapter This chapter provides information about the consumables used with the printer , and also describes handling and replacement procedures. Consumables Overview The following consumables are provided with the printer . For replacements, contact your GCC dealer or vis[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 5-3 Consumables Overview T ransfer Roller Cartridge The transfer roller cartridge is composed of a transfer roller and a waste toner collection box. Usually , the transfer roller cartridge needs to be replaced after printing about 20,000 sheets. However , this figure varies depending on the content of the[...]

5-4 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide T oner Cartridges Paper Feed Roller The paper feed roller feeds paper from the paper tray into the printer . Usually , the paper feed roller needs to be replaced after printing about 100,000 sheets. However , this figure varies depending on the size and type of paper used. When the paper feed roller d[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 5-5 T oner Cartridges hands or clothing. • Only use toner cartridges recommended by GCC. Using toner cartridges that are not rec- ommended may result in lower print quality and unsatisfactory printer performance. • W rap used toner cartridges in plastic bags and dispose of them as non-burnable waste. S[...]

5-6 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide T oner Cartridges 1. Remove the top cover . 2. Grip the levers at the ends of the toner cartridge that you want to replace and rotate them up. 3. Pull out the toner cartridge. NOTE: Put the toner cartridge on a piece of paper to prevent toner from staining the floor or furniture.[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 5-7 T oner Cartridges 4. Select the new toner cartridge whose color matches the label on the insertion point and remove it from its packaging. 5. Shake the toner cartridge 7 or 8 times as illustrated to distribute the toner evenly . 6. Align the toner cartridge with the corresponding insertion point in the[...]

5-8 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Drum Cartridge 8. Pull the toner seal straight up to remove it. NOTE: Pull the toner seal straight up. Pulling the toner seal diagonally may tear the seal. 9. Replace the top cover . Drum Cartridge This section describes procedures for handling, storing and replacing the drum cartridge. Drum Cartridge [...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 5-9 Drum Cartridge Handling Pr ecautions • Make sure nothing touches or scratches the light-sensitive drum surface (blue colored part) or transfer roller (black colored part). Scratches, dirt, or oil from your hands on the drum or transfer roller deteriorates print quality . • Do not expose the drum ca[...]

5-10 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Drum Cartridge 1. Push up button ‘A ’ ➀ and fully open the front cover ➁ . 2. Open the paper outlet cover . 3. Grip the handle on top of the drum cartridge and gently lift it out of the printer .[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 5-1 1 Drum Cartridge NOTE: Hold the drum cartridge by the handle on top of the cartridge to prevent the cartridge from falling. 4. T ake a new drum cartridge out of its package and pull hard on each the 4 seals to remove them. Pull the seals completely out. NOTE: Keep the aluminum package of the drum cartr[...]

5-12 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Drum Cartridge 6. Remove the protective sheet from the drum cartridge as illustrated. NOTE: Do not touch the transfer roller (black colored part). Make sure that nothing touches or scratches the roller surface. Scratches or oil from your hands on the roller deteriorates print quality . Make sure that [...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 5-13 T ransfer Roller Cartridge 9. Close the front cover . T ransfer Roller Cartridge This section describes the procedure for replacing the transfer roller cartridge. T ransfer Roller Cartridge Handling Precautions The transfer roller cartridge consists of a transfer roller and a waste toner collection bo[...]

5-14 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide T ransfer Roller Cartridge as toner may spill inside the printer and cause damage. • Do not remove the transfer roller from the printer before it is time to replace it, as toner may spill inside the printer and cause damage. Replacing the T ransfer Roller Cartridge Follow the procedure below to repl[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 5-15 T ransfer Roller Cartridge 1. Push up button ‘A ’ ➀ and fully open the front cover ➁ . 2. Grip the tabs at both ends of the transfer roller cartridge and gently lift the cartridge out of the printer . NOTE: Lift the roller carefully to prevent waste toner from spilling out. 3. Unpack a new tra[...]

5-16 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Fuser Unit 5. Close the front cover . Fuser Unit This section describes the procedure for replacing the fuser unit. NOTE: T o avoid burns, do not replace the fuser unit immediately after printing, as the fuser gets very hot during this process. Replacing the Fuser Unit Follow the procedure below to re[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 5-17 Fuser Unit 1. Push up button ‘A ’ ➀ and fully open the front cover ➁ . 2. Open the paper outlet cover .[...]

5-18 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Fuser Unit 3. Close the front cover . 4. Press button ‘B’ ➀ and open the upper part of the front cover ➁ . 5. Move the slide switches at both ends of the fuser unit forward.[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 5-19 Fuser Unit 6. Lift up the levers at both ends of the fuser unit. 7. Grip the levers and gently lift the fuser unit out of the printer . 8. Unpack a new fuser unit, lift up the levers at both ends ➀ , grip the fuser unit by the levers, align it with the slots in the printer , and slowly push it in ?[...]

5-20 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Fuser Unit 9. Completely push down the levers at both ends of the fuser unit. 10. Move the slide switches at both ends of the fuser unit all the way to the back. 11 . Close the paper outlet cover .[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 5-21 Paper Feed Roller 12. Close the front cover . Paper Feed Roller This section describes the procedure for replacing the paper feed roller . Replacing the Paper Feed Roller Follow the procedure below to replace the paper feed roller . CAUTION: T o prevent electric shock, always turn off the printer and [...]

5-22 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Paper Feed Roller 1. Pull the paper tray out of the printer until it stops. 2. Hold the tray with both hands, lift the front slightly , and remove it from the printer . 3. Push the tabs of the paper feed roller cover to open the cover .[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 5-23 Paper Feed Roller 4. Lift the clip at the end of the paper feed roller and remove the paper feed roller . 5. Align the new paper feed roller axis with the shaft in the paper tray as illustrated and slide the shaft through the roller until the clip locks into the groove at the end of the shaft.[...]

5-24 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Paper Feed Roller 6. Close the paper feed roller cover . 7. Hold the paper tray with both hands, align it with the opening in the printer and gently insert it. 8. Push the paper tray completely back into the printer .[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 5-25 Paper Feed Roller NOTE: Do not use excessive force on the paper tray . ◆ ◆ ◆[...]

Chapter 6 Options In this Chapter . . . • “About this Chapter” on page 6-2 • “Options Overview” on page 6-2 • “High Capacity Feeder” on page 6-2[...]

6-2 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Options Overview About this Chapter This chapter describes any available options and the procedures for their installation and removal. Options Overview The following optional accessories are available with this printer . T o order any of the options, contact your GCC dealer . High Capacity Feeder This[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 6-3 High Capacity Feeder Installing the High Capacity Feeder Follow the procedure below to install the High Capacity Feeder . 1. Gently pull out the upper tray of the High Capacity Feeder until it stops. 2. Hold the tray with both hands, lift up the front slightly and remove it from the High Capacity Feede[...]

6-4 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide High Capacity Feeder 3. Remove the tape from the cardboard spacer in the tray and remove the spacer . NOTE: Keep the spacer in case you need to transport the printer over long distances in the future. 4. Remove the lower tray from the High Capacity Feeder and remove the cardboard spacer from the tray a[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 6-5 High Capacity Feeder 5. Lock down the brakes of the two casters at the front of the High Capacity Feeder as illus- trated on the left 6. Lift the printer and align the five guide pins of the High Capacity Feeder with the holes at the bottom of the printer . Gently lower the printer onto the High Capac[...]

6-6 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide High Capacity Feeder NOTE: Be careful not to pinch your fingers when lowering the printer onto the High Capacity Feeder . 7. Pull the printer ’ s paper tray out until it stops. 8. Hold the tray with both hands, lift the front slightly and remove it from the printer . 9. Remove the optional tray cove[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 6-7 High Capacity Feeder 10. Insert the four screws provided into the four holes inside the printer and tighten them with a coin to secure the printer to the High Capacity Feeder . NOTE: Make sure the screws are firmly tightened. 11 . Install the tray covers provided with the High Capacity Feeder .[...]

6-8 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide High Capacity Feeder NOTE: Replace the printer ’ s tray cover in the same manner . 12. Insert the High Capacity Feeder ’ s lower paper tray in to the High Capacity Feeder . 13. Push the paper tray until it stops. NOTE: Do not use excessive force on the paper tray . 14. Replace the High Capacity Fee[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 6-9 High Capacity Feeder Removing the High Capacity Feeder Follow the procedure below to remove the High Capacity Feeder . 1. Pull the printer ’ s paper tray out until it stops. 2. Hold the tray with both hands, lift the front slightly and remove it from the printer . CAUTION: T o prevent electric shock,[...]

6-10 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide High Capacity Feeder 3. Remove the tray cover from the printer . 4. Using a coin, remove the 4 screws inside the printer . 5. Hold the paper tray with both hands, align it with the opening in the printer and gently insert it.[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 6-1 1 High Capacity Feeder 6. Push the paper tray completely back into the printer . NOTE: Do not use excessive force on the paper tray . 7. Replace the printer ’ s tray cover . 8. Gently lift the printer off the High Capacity Feeder , and place it on a level surface.[...]

6-12 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide High Capacity Feeder NOTE: Be careful not to pinch your fingers when lowering the printer . ◆ ◆ ◆ CAUTION: Because the printer weighs 76 lb. (34.5) kg fully assembled, make sure that at least two people carry it. T o lift the printer , face the front and back of the printer and grip the recesse[...]

Chapter 7 Understanding and Navigating the Contr ol Panel Menus In this Chapter . . . • “About this Chapter” on page 7-2 • “Control Panel Features” on page 7-2 • “Navigating the Control Panel Menus” on page 7-5 • “Menu Structure” on page 7-7 • “Paper Menu” on page 7-9 • “Interface Menu” on page 7-1 1 • “PS Me[...]

7-2 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Control Panel Featur es About this Chapter This chapter explains the control panel and its functions, and also demonstrates how to navigate through the control panel menus and submenus that allow you to view and change the printer settings. Control Panel Featur es The control panel is located on the fr[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 7-3 Control Panel Featur es LED Indicators The LED indicators also indicate printer status. The four indicators can each be on, of f, or blinking, indicating different phases of printer operation. The table below explains the LED indicators. LED COLOR WHEN OFF WHEN ON WHEN BLINKING Green Printer is NOT REA[...]

7-4 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Control Panel Featur es Pushbuttons The control panel pushbuttons allow you to access and navigate menus, and also assist you in recovering from printer errors. The table below explains the functions of the eight pushbuttons. PUSHBUTTON FUNCTION ST AR T/STOP—Push this button to start or stop the prin[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 7-5 Navigating the Control Panel Menus Navigating the Control Panel Menus When you press the MENU button on the control panel, you enter the printer ’ s menu system. At that point, the first line of the display contains the text “ Menu ”, indicating that you are in the menu system. The second line o[...]

7-6 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Navigating the Control Panel Menus The following figure shows the sequence of pushbuttons and display messages that would allow you to change the number of copies printed. This example illustrates the basic relationship between menus and submenus and demonstrates how the NEXT , PREVIOUS , SELECT , and[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 7-7 Menu Structure Menu Structure The following figure shows the structure of the control panel main menus and submenus. Figure 7-3: Printer Menu Structure. NOTE: (*) Please consult GCC T echnical Support for information on use of this feature. Paper Menu Copies Duplex Duplex Bind Default Source Manual Fe[...]

7-8 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Menu Structure NOTE: Additional menus and submenus may appear in the printer menu system when other options are installed. Status Menu In addition to the main menus listed above, the printer also provides a status menu that allows you to view the current printer settings. Push the ST A TUS button to en[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 7-9 Paper Menu Paper Menu The Paper Menu provides access to the printer settings for various paper-handling functions. Use the following procedure to enter the paper menu: 1. Press the MENU button on the control panel. 2. Press the NEXT button until the text “ Paper Menu ” is shown on the second line o[...]

7-10 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Paper Menu Media Size/T ype Size T ray 1: A4 , US Letter , JIS B5, Statement, A5, A6, C5 Envelope, DL Envelope, Com10 Envelope, Monarch Envelope, US Executive, US Legal, US Legal 13” Note : there are other available paper sizes for other trays: US Legal, US Legal 13”, US Letter , A4, US Executive,[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 7-1 1 Interface Menu Interface Menu The Interface Menu provides access to the printer interface settings. Use the following proce- dure to enter the interface menu: 1. Press the MENU button on the control panel. 2. Press the NEXT button until the text “ Interface Menu ” is shown on the second line of t[...]

7-12 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Interface Menu Network 1 Setup Interpreter: Auto Switch PCL PostScript 3 Format: Raw Normal Binary Network Channel: Netware On DEC LA T On AppleT alk On TCP/IP On Network Address: (factory set) IP Address: (user-specified) Subnet Mask: (user-specified) Default Router: (user-specified) LPD Banner: O[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 7-13 Interface Menu USB Setup Interpreter: Auto Switch PCL PostScript 3 Format: Raw Normal Binary Delay Out Close: Off On This submenu allows you to set up the USB interface. Interpreter determines whether the USB port will accept only PCL jobs, only PostScript jobs, or both (Auto Switch). Format sets the [...]

7-14 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide PS Menu PS Menu The PS Menu provides access to the PostScript settings. Use the following procedure to enter the PS Menu: 1. Press the MENU button on the control panel. 2. Press the NEXT button until the text “ PS Menu ” is shown on the second line of the display . 3. Press the SELECT button to en[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 7-15 PCL Menu PCL Menu The PCL Menu provides access to the PCL settings. Use the following procedure to enter the PCL menu: 1. Press the MENU button on the control panel. 2. Press the NEXT button until the text “ PCL Menu ” is shown on the second line of the display . 3. Press the SELECT button to ente[...]

7-16 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide PCL Menu Symbol Set 10U:PC-8 CP437 1 1U:PC-8 D/N 12U:PC-850 17U:PC-852 9T :PC-T urkish 19U:WIN Latin1 9E:WIN Latin2 5T :WIN Latin5 7J:Desk T op 10J:PS T ext 13J:V entura Intl 14J:V entura US 6J:Microsoft Pub 8M:Math-8 PS:Math 6M:V entura Math 15U:Pi Font 1U: Legal 1E: ISO4 UK 0U:ISO6 ASCII 0S:ISO1 1 S[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 7-17 PCL Menu Print Area Normal Expanded This submenu allows you to set the print area. Parameter V alues Paper Source: T ray 1(= 0008) T ray 2 (= 0001) T ray 3 (= 0004 - optional tray) T ray 4 (= 0005 - optional tray) Auto-Select (= 0007) Paper Size: US Executive (= 0001), US Letter (= 0002) , US Legal (=[...]

7-18 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide System Menu System Menu The system menu provides access to system settings. Use the following procedure to enter the system menu: 1. Press the MENU button on the control panel. 2. Press the NEXT button until the text “ System Menu ” is shown on the second line of the display . 3. Press the SELECT [...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 7-19 System Menu T oner Out Stop Continue This submenu allows you to specify whether the printer should stop or continue when out of toner .. Intellifilter On Off This submenu allows to turn the Intellifilter feature on or off. Note : Please consult GCC T echnical Support for information on use of this f[...]

7-20 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Quality Menu Quality Menu The Quality Menu provides access to the printer settings that are related to print quality . Use the following procedure to enter the Quality Menu: 1. Press the MENU button on the control panel. 2. Press the NEXT button until the text “ Quality Menu ” is shown on the seco[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 7-21 Color Menu Color Menu The Color Menu contains the settings related to the quality of printed color .. Use the following procedure to enter the Color Menu: 1. Press the MENU button on the control panel. 2. Press the NEXT button until the text “ Color Menu ” is shown on the second line of the displa[...]

7-22 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Color Menu Color Matching On Off This submenu allows you to enable automatic color correction when printer color documents in RGB format. On W ith this setting set to On, the RGB colors are processed by the printer’s internal Color Matching system before being placed on the page. The Rendering Inten[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 7-23 Functions Menu Functions Menu The Functions Menu provides access to several printer functions that can supply you with infor- mation about the printer and its settings. Use the following procedure to enter the Functions Menu: 1. Press the MENU button on the control panel. 2. Press the NEXT button unti[...]

Chapter 8 Installing Additional Memory In this Chapter . . . • “About this Chapter” on page 8-2 • “Installing DRAM Memory DIMMS” on page 8-2[...]

8-2 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Installing DRAM Memory DIMMS About this Chapter This chapter describes the procedures for installation of additional memory . The printer uses 168-pin, PC133 DRAM memory DIMMs . Installing DRAM Memory DIMMS 1. Ensure that the printer power switch is set to the OFF [ O ] position. 2. Disconnect the powe[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 8-3 Installing DRAM Memory DIMMS 3. T urn thumbscrews on controller assembly counterclockwise until loose and gently pull controller assembly towards you to remove from printer . 4. Carefully insert a DRAM DIMM which is compatible with your printer into any available DRAM DIMM slot as shown below . When pr[...]

8-4 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Installing DRAM Memory DIMMS 5. Reinstall the controller assembly . Once firmly in place, push and hand tighten the thumb- screws in a clockwise direction. 6. Connect the power cord to the wall outlet. 7. T urn the printer power switch to the ON [ I ] position.[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide 8-5 Installing DRAM Memory DIMMS NOTE: T o remove the DRAM DIMM, pull the white braces away from the ends of the DIMM until the DIMM snaps out of the slot. ◆ ◆ ◆[...]

Appendix A General Information In this Chapter . . . • “About this Appendix” on page A-2 • “Sources of Support” on page A-2 • “GCC W orldwide Offices” on page A-3 • “GCC Part Numbers” on page A-4[...]

A - 2 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Sources of Support About this Appendix This appendix provides information on how to contact GCC for technical support, service, and repair issues, and also provides part numbers for the printer , options, and consumables. Sources of Support There are several sources of Customer Support available to y[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide A-3 GCC W orldwide Offices GCC Service If you have a hardware problem you cannot resolve, contact GCC T echnical Support at (781) 276-8620. GCC Sales Printers and printer suppies can be purchased through GCC Direct Sales at 800 422-7777 (U.S./ Canada) or by visiting www .gccprinters.com . GCC W orldwide O[...]

A - 4 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide GCC Part Numbers GCC Part Numbers Below is a lists of part numbers for the GCC Elite Color 16 printer , options, and consumables. T o order parts, contact your local authorized GCC dealer . Printers Paper Handling Options Consumables ◆ ◆ ◆ GCC Part Number Description LP16700 Elite Color 16 DN L[...]

Appendix B Safety Notes and Regulatory Compliance In this Chapter . . . • “About this Appendix” on page B-2 • “Safety Notes” on page B-2 • “Regulatory Compliance” on page B-2[...]

B-2 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Safety Notes About this Appendix This appendix lists important safety precautions and identifies the applicable regulatory compli- ances of your printer . Safety Notes • Be sure to switch off and unplug the printer before accessing the interior of the printer for cleaning, maintenance, or fault clea[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide B - 3 Regulatory Compliance EMC Compliance Class B Equipment This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installati[...]

Appendix C Printing Font Summaries In this Chapter . . . • “About this Appendix” on page C-2 • “Printing a Font Summary” on page C-2 • “PostScript Font Summary” on page C-3 • “PCL Font Summary” on page C-7[...]

C-2 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Printing a Font Summary About this Appendix This appendix explains the procedure for printing summaries of PCL or PostScript fonts installed in your printer . Printing a Font Summary Y our printer has the capability of printing summaries of all installed PCL or PostScript fonts. T o print a Font Summar[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide C-3 PostScript Font Summary PostScript Font Summary[...]

C-4 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide PostScript Font Summary (cont’d) PostScript Font Summary (cont’d)[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide C-5 PostScript Font Summary (cont’d) PostScript Font Summary (cont’d)[...]

C-6 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide PostScript Font Summary (cont’d) PostScript Font Summary (cont’d)[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide C-7 PostScript Font Summary (cont’d) PCL Font Summary[...]

C-8 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide PCL Font Summary (cont’d) PCL Font Summary (cont’d) ◆ ◆ ◆[...]

Appendix D Notes on Matching Printed Colors with Display Colors In this Chapter . . . ¥ About this Appendix on page D-2 ¥ Printed Colors vs. Display Colors on page D-2 ¥ Options for Color Matching on page D-2[...]

D - 2 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User s Guide Printed Colors vs. Display Colors About this Appendix This appendix provides information on how to account for differences in the way color output appears when printed by a color laser printer as opposed to how the same output appears when displayed on a monitor , projector , etc. Printed Colors vs. Disp[...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User s Guide D-3 Options for Color Matching Step 1: Make sure you are done making changes to your work. Save file with color selections for dis- play purposes. Be sure to include some type of descriptive information in the file name (i.e. presentation for display .ppt). Step 2: From the file menu select "Save As"[...]

Appendix E W arranties and Licenses In this Chapter . . . • “About this Appendix” on page E-2 • “Software License Agreement” on page E-2 • “Limited Hardware/Software W arranty” on page E-3[...]

E - 2 GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide Software License Agreement About this Appendix This appendix contains the Software License Agreement and Limited W arranty information for the Elite Color 16 Series printer . Software License Agreement INST ALLING THE SOFTW ARE FROM THE DISTRIBUTION MEDIA (the “Software”) WHICH ACCOMP ANIES THIS [...]

GCC Elite Color 16 Series User ’ s Guide E-3 Limited Hardware/Softwar e W arranty Limited Hardware/Softwar e W arranty Covered Product: GCC Elite Color 16 Series Laser Printer W arranty Duration: One (1) Y ear , return to GCC or authorized representative 1. GCC T echnologies, Inc. (“GCC”) warrants, for the limited period of one (1) year from [...]