Canon Lbp 3300 User Guide

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Parts and Their Functions
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Face-up Output Slot
Outputs paper with the printed side facing up. 
(See p. 2-15)
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. 
(See p. 5-6)
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Transport Guide
Lift the guide when removing paper jammed inside 
the front cover. (See p. 7-9)
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Rating Label
The current value indicated in this rating label shows 
the average power current consumption.
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Parts and Their Functions 
  
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 (See p. 4-81).
 
* Unlike in the above illustration, the names of the indicators or key are indicated on the control panel 
depending on the country or region.
Also, the panel sheet on which the names of the indicators or key on the control panel are indicated is 
supplied with the printer depending on the country or region. Attach the panel sheet to the control 
panel as needed.  
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Load Paper Indicator (Orange) 
On: There is no paper in any paper source.
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 cancels 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. 4-19)
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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.
Connecting the Power Cord
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 power switch to turn the printer ON or OFF is located on the right side of the 
printer. 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.
•When turning the power ON, make sure that no paper is loaded in the manual feed slot. If 
the power is turned ON when any paper is loaded in the manual feed slot, this may result 
in paper jams.
•Be sure to set the paper cassette in the printer before you turn the power ON for the first 
time after you install the printer.
•Although a sheet of blank paper is output when you turn the power ON for the first time 
after you install the printer, this is not an error.
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 ON
1Press   of the power switch on the printer.
 
						

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Turning the Printer ON/OFF
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.
 
						

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Connecting to a Computer
Connecting to a Computer
This section describes how to connect the printer to a computer.
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: 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.
•A USB cable is only supplied with 220 - 240 V model for countries and regions of Asia. In 
other countries and regions, prepare according to the specifications of your computer. 
Use a USB cable with the following symbol.
 
						

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Connecting to a Computer
1Make sure that the printer and computer are OFF.
2Open the expansion slot cover.
 
						

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Connecting to a Computer
3Connect the B-type (square) end of the USB cable to the USB 
connector on the rear side of the printer, then close the 
expansion slot cover.
4Connect the A-type (flat) end of the USB cable to the USB port 
on the computer.