Canon Laser Shot Lbp3500 User Guide

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Parts and Their Functions
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Duplex Unit Cover
Removed when installing the optional duplex unit. If 
the duplex unit is not installed, be sure to install the 
duplex unit cover.
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Power Socket
Connect the supplied power cord to this socket.
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Expansion Slot
The optional network board is installed in this slot.
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USB Connector
Connected to the USB cable. Connect the other end 
of the cable to the USB port on the computer.
Inner View
The following are the parts inside the printer and their functions.
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Toner Cartridge Guide
When setting the toner cartridge, push it while 
aligning the projections on each side of the toner 
cartridge with this guide.
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Transport Guide
Lift the guide when removing paper jammed inside 
the front cover. (See p. 7-12)
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Rating Label
The serial number (Serial No.) for printer 
identification is indicated on this label. The number 
is required for receiving service or repairs. The 
current value indicated on this rating label shows the 
average power current consumption.
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Control Panel
NOTE
You can confirm information about the printer status using the Printer Status Window 
from the computer you are using. For details on the Printer Status Window, see Printer 
Status Window, on p. 4-85.
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Load Paper Indicator (Orange)
On: There is no paper in any paper source, or the 
printer cannot feed paper.
Blinking: No paper or paper of an inappropriate size 
is loaded.
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Paper Jam Indicator (Orange)
Blinking: A paper jam is occurring, disabling printing.
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Alarm Indicator (Orange)
On: Service call is occurring.
Blinking: An error is occurring, disabling printing.
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Ready Indicator (Green)
On: The printer is ready to print.
Blinking: The printer is busy performing some kind of 
processing or operation, such as printing, warming 
up, cleaning, or pausing a job.
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Cancel Job Key/ Cancel Job Indicator 
(Orange)
Pressing this key enables the cancellation of the job 
in which an error is occurring and that in a printing 
process. The indicator comes on while pressing the 
key. The indicator blinks while a job is in the 
cancellation process. (See p. 4-18)
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Connecting the Power Cord
Connecting the Power Cord
This section describes the procedure for connecting the power cord. When 
connecting the power cord, see Important Safety Instructions, on p. xvi.
IMPORTANT
•Do not plug the power plug into the auxiliary outlet on a computer.
•One AC power outlet should be used exclusively for the printer.
•Do not connect this printer to an uninterruptible power source. This may cause printer 
malfunction or breakdown at the occurrence of a power failure.
1Make sure that the power switch of the printer is OFF.
The printer is OFF when   of the power switch is pressed.
 
						

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Connecting the Power Cord
2Plug the supplied power cord into the power socket.
3Plug the power plug into the AC power outlet.
 
						

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Turning the Printer ON/OFF
Turning the Printer ON/OFF
The printer can be turned ON/OFF using the power switch on the right side of the 
printer body. Be sure to observe the following instructions in order to prevent 
unexpected problems.
Turning the Printer ON
In order to use this printer, you should press   of the power switch to turn the 
printer ON. After running a self-diagnostic test on the printer unit and optional 
accessories, the printer will be ready to print.
IMPORTANT
•Do not turn the power ON immediately after turning it OFF. If you want to turn the printer 
ON again after turning it OFF, wait at least 10 seconds after turning the printer OFF 
before turning it ON again.
•If the printer does not operate properly, or an error message appears in the Printer Status 
Window, see Troubleshooting, on p. 7-1.
1Press   of the power switch on the printer.
 
						

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Turning the Printer ON/OFF
All the indicators blink, and the printer initiates a self-diagnostic test on the printer 
unit and optional accessories.
If no abnormality is found during the self-diagnostic test, the   (Ready) indicator 
(green) comes on, and the printer is ready to print.
Turning the Printer OFF
Turn the printer OFF using the following procedure.
IMPORTANT
•If the printer is used on a network, make sure that it is not printing data from another 
computer before turning the power OFF.
•If you turn the printer OFF, all print data remaining in the printer memory will be erased. 
So, wait for the necessary print data to be printed before turning the power OFF.
•Do not turn the power OFF when the printer is in any of the following status:
-While the printer is in the middle of printing
-While the printer is running a self-diagnostic test immediately after turning the power 
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Turning the Printer ON/OFF
1Press   of the power switch on the printer.
Power Saving (Sleep Mode)
You can reduce power consumption efficiently by using the sleep mode when the 
printer is idle or not in use. Use the sleep mode using the following procedure.
IMPORTANT
Even if the power switch is turned OFF, power is consumed only slightly while the power 
plug is inserted into the AC power outlet. To cut the power consumption completely, 
unplug the power plug from the AC power outlet.
NOTE
•You can select [5], [10], [15], [30], [60], [90], [120], [150], or [180] minutes for [Time to 
Enter Sleep Mode].
•The sleep mode is cleared in the following circumstances:
-Printing is performed
-Cleaning is performed
1Display the Printer Status Window.
IMPORTANT
For details on methods for displaying the Printer Status Window, see Displaying 
the Printer Status Window, on p. 4-87.
 
						

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Turning the Printer ON/OFF
2From the [Options] menu in the Printer Status Window, select 
[Device Settings] ➞ [Sleep Settings].
3Select the [Use Sleep Mode] check box in the [Sleep Settings] 
dialog box to specify the time to switch to the sleep mode in 
[Time to Enter Sleep Mode].
4Click [OK].
 
						

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Connecting to a Computer
Connecting to a Computer
This section describes how to connect the printer to a computer and network.
As this printer is equipped with a USB connector, you can use a USB cable to 
connect to a computer. By installing the optional network board, the printer can be 
connected directly to the network using a LAN cable.
Using a USB Cable
Connect the printer to a computer equipped with a USB port using a USB cable.
WARNING
When plugging or unplugging the USB cable when the power plug is plugged in 
an AC power outlet, do not touch the metal part of the connector, as this may 
result in electrical shock.
IMPORTANT
•Do not plug or unplug the USB cable while the computer and printer are ON, as this may 
result in damage to the printer.
•This printer uses bi-directional communication. Operation of the printer when connected 
via unidirectional communication equipment has not been tested, and as a result, Canon 
cannot guarantee printer operation when the printer is connected using unidirectional 
print servers, USB hubs or switching devices.
NOTE
•The appropriate USB interface varies depending on the operating system of the 
connected computer as follows. For more details, contact your local authorized Canon 
dealer.
-Windows 98/Me: USB Full-Speed (USB1.1 equivalent)
-Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista: USB 2.0 Hi-Speed/USB Full-Speed (USB1.1 
equivalent)
•When you connect this printer to a computer with a USB cable, use a computer with 
manufacturers guarantee of USB proper operation.
•When you connect this printer to your computer with a USB cable, use the supplied USB 
cable or a USB cable with the following symbol.
 
						

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Connecting to a Computer
1Make sure that the printer and computer are OFF.
2Connect the B-type (square) end of the USB cable to the USB 
connector on the rear side of the printer.
3Connect the A-type (flat) end of the USB cable to the USB port 
on the computer.
NOTE
If a Wizard appears after connecting the USB cable by the Plug and Play automatic 
setup, install the software for this printer using either one of the following 
procedures. For more details, see Installing the CAPT Software, on p. 3-4.
-Click [Cancel] and install the software from CD-ROM Setup.
-Install with Plug and Play.