Compaq Compaq A1500 Operation & User’s Manual

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• Compaq Compaq A1500, 59 Scan Messages SYMPTOM/MESSAGE CAUSE SOLUTION “SCAN TO UNDEFINED.” with beep warning tone and return to READY state. Trying to scan to an undefined scan destination. Use A1500 Settings Utility to define the scan locations. “LOAD DOCUMENT" with beep warning tone and return to READY state. Trying to start a scan operation before loading the document. Load document to be scanned before pressing START. “RESOURCE BUSY, TRY LATER” with beep warning tone and return to prior state. Trying a SCAN operation while the scanner is busy. Trying to scan while parallel po

• Compaq Compaq A1500, 1 Using This Guide Text Conventions in This Guide The examples below identify and explain specially formatted text that is used throughout this guide. • The names of your keyboard keys, A1500 control panel buttons, and certain software instructions appear in a bold type. For example, Home, End, Tab, Start, Setup, or Cancel. • Some keys must be pressed at the same time to perform a task. We show this with the key names and the plus (+) symbol; for example, Ctrl+Home. • When we discuss hard drives and diskette drives, we use capital letters to identify the drives; for example, drive A. • Software is stored in directories on the hard drive. These

• Compaq Compaq A1500, 24 Print Settings Select the Print button from the main settings window to access the Print Settings. Print Settings Window The Print Settings gives you access to the Control Program and the Printer Properties. For more information on using the Control Program and Printer Properties, see the Printing chapter later in this manual. Fax Settings Select the Fax button from the main settings window to access the Fax Settings. Fax Settings Window Fax Type The Fax Type determines the type of fax to be sent, either Black, Black Photo, or Color. This will be the format used when sending the fax through email as well. When sending color faxes, the receiving f

• Compaq Compaq A1500, 52 DRPD The recommendations above for connecting additional devices still apply if using Distinctive Ring Pattern Detection (DRPD). The A1500 will only pick up calls made to the telephone number that has the Ring Pattern that it has learned. DRPD setup instructions may be found in the “Receiving Automatically in DRPD Mode” section of the Faxing chapter. Connecting and Configuring Equipment Deciding how to connect and configure equipment depends on the number of lines available and the intended usage. The main functions are

• Compaq Compaq A1500, 46 To use this option, you must have an email program installed on your computer, and it must support MAPI (a special mail interface). Examples of MAPI email programs include Microsoft Outlook Express, Microsoft Outlook, and Eudora. Also, you must have an internet account and an email address. By default, Scan To Email uses the TXT file type. This will convert your scanned documents to ASCII text and place the text in your email program for editing. If you select another file type, either with the Settings Utility or by using the Menu butto

• Compaq Compaq A1500, 39 Speed Sending Up to 70 Speed Send numbers are set up on the host computer using the Compaq A1500 Settings Utility as described in the “Speed Send Settings” section of the Using the A1500 Settings Utility chapter. Once the Speed Send numbers are set up, you are ready to begin faxing with Speed Send. 1. Load the documents printed side facing down in the document input tray. 2. Press Speed Send (the # button). 3. Press the Options button to select the Speed Send destination or enter the Speed Send number associated with the na

• Compaq Compaq A1500, 2 0 • Photo cartridges should be used for printing pictures. Using it for normal faxing and black printing operations will prematurely deplete the black ink in the photo cartridge. • Printing black with the photo cartridge installed will be much slower than using the black cartridge. • Normal incoming faxes cannot be printed when the Photo cartridge is installed. They will be saved to memory so you may print them later. Always store the unused black or photo cartridge in the storage

• Compaq Compaq A1500, 69 • Servicing Except as explained elsewhere in the Compaq documentation, do not service any Compaq product yourself. Opening or removing covers that are marked may expose you to electric shock. Service needed on components inside these compartments should be done by a Compaq authorized service provider. • Mounting Accessories Do not use the product on an unstable table, cart, stand, tripod, or bracket. The product may fall, causing serious bodily injury and serious damage to the product. Use only with a table, cart, stand, tripod, or bracket recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manu

• Compaq Compaq A1500, 66 Regulatory and Safety Notices Federal Communication Commission Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or

• 44 Advanced Copy Features In addition to the copy quantity, you can change the copy type, contrast, size, collate, and order from their default settings. This is done using the Menu and Options keys located on the left and right side of the LCD panel. To change the default settings instead, use the Settings Utility. To access the advanced copy features: 1. Load

• 34 Booklet The Booklet option allows you to print a document out as a booklet. If the Print Instruction Page is checked, a page will print directing you how to insert the paper so that the booklet prints correctly. Poster Choose the Poster option from the Job Finishing Operations drop down list to enlarge the printed document. If you check Show Crop Marks, the image will pri

• Index-6 Scan Menu, 28 Scan Type, 29, 47 Speed Send, 26 Volumes, 25 Settings Advanced Fax, 25 Changing Defaults, 23 Copy, 27 Fax, 24 Main, 23 Print, 24 Printer, 33 Printer Properties, 33 Saving, 23 Scan, 28 Speed Send, 25 Settings Utility, 23 Accessing, 23 Setup Speed Send, 25 Setup button, 11, 22 Side View Illustrated, 12 Silent Operation, 22, 25 Size Copy, 27

• Index-3 Receiving, 40 Receiving Manually, 40 Redialing, 25, 40 Resolution, 24, 38 Scanning to Memory, 25 Sending, 37 Settings, 24 Speed Sending, 39 to Everyone, 39 Type, 24, 38 using Control Form, 32, 42 Using Email, 39 Fax button, 11 Fax Forwarding, 22 Canceling, 41 Determining Mode, 42 Setting, 41 FCC, 66 Features Control Panel, 11 File Formats Supported, 28 File Typ

• Compaq Compaq A1500, 37 Faxing The Compaq A1500 All-In-One offers three ways to send a fax: • Using the front control panel • Using the Compaq Control Form • Using the computer When sending color faxes, the receiving fax machine will print in color only if it supports color. Otherwise the fax will be sent as a traditional black and white fax. Preparing Documents for Faxing You can use the A1500 to fax documents that will print on standard letter, legal, or A4-sized paper. Follow these guidelines to prepare your documents. • Removing all staples, paper clips, and similar items before feeding the document. • Making sure any glue, ink, or correction fluid on the paper

• 53 A. A1500 and Telephone (optional) Telephone Telephone Wall Jack A1500 Fax Receive Modes Mode Selection Description FAX Receives faxes automatically. TEL To receive faxes manually, press Start twice on the A1500 or press *9* on the extension telephone. ANS/FAX Do not use for this configuration. DRPD The A1500 answers the previously le

• Compaq Compaq A1500, 31 Control Form Overview The Compaq Control Form is a paper document that you can use to give instructions to your A1500. You can mark it with a pencil or pen and feed it into the scanner. The A1500 software will then read your instructions and execute them. A Printed Control Form A triangle identifies the default settings. If the settings are the settings you want, you do not need to recheck these boxes. A Control Form can be used more than once and you can use it to perform a variety of operations simultaneously. For example, if you wanted to make a paper copy of a document and store an image of that document on your comput

• Compaq Compaq A1500, 9 Compaq A1500 Software Installation Although your Compaq A1500 can be used as a stand alone copier and fax machine, you will get the greatest benefit from your A1500 by connecting it to your computer and installing the included software. Installing the software will allow you to: • Print from your computer • Scan images to your computer • Send images and faxes through email • Adjust the Compaq A1500 settings • Use the innovative Compaq Control Form • Upload image albums to

• Compaq Compaq A1500, 5 Step 5: Connect the AC Power Cord This section shows you how to connect the A1500 to the electrical outlet using the AC power cord. 1. Connect one end of the AC power cord into the back of the A1500. 2. Connect the other end into a standard AC power outlet (120V, 60Hz). Connecting the AC Power Cord ! CAUTION: Make certain that you plug the cord into a grounded (three-prong) wall outlet. Using an outlet that is not grounded may damage the A1500. After you have plugged in the A1500, the date and time may be blinking on the display. Your PC sets and maintains the date and time for you. However, if you are using the A1500 as a standalone ma

• Compaq Compaq A1500, 70 • Extension Cord If an extension cord or power strip is used, make sure that the cord or strip is rated for the product and that the total ampere ratings of all products plugged into the extension cord or power strip do not exceed 80% of the extension cord or strip ampere ratings limit. • Overloading Do not overload an electrical outlet, power strip, or convenience receptacle. The overall system load must not exceed 80% of the branch circuit rating. If power strips are used, the load should not exceed 80% of the power strip input rating. • Cleaning Unplug the product from the wall outlet

• Compaq Compaq A1500, 62 Print Quality Problems Symptom Solution Light or blurred characters • The print cartridge may be running out of ink. • The print cartridge may need to be cleaned. See “Cleaning Print Cartridges” section. • Make sure you are using the correct type of paper. Smudged or dark characters • Make sure you are using the correct type of paper. • The paper should be straight and without wrinkles. • Let the ink dry for a moment before handling the document. • Adjust the Print Quality settings. • The print cartridge may need to be cleaned. See “Cleaning Print Cartridges” section. Characters with white lines • T

• Compaq Compaq A1500, 56 Error Messages Occasionally the A1500 may display an error message on the Control Panel’s Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) screen. Often, the error can be easily resolved and the current task can be completed. The following table lists the error messages you may encounter, the most probable cause, and a simple solution. General Error Messages SYMPTOM/MESSAGE CAUSE SOLUTION “ADD PAPER THEN PRESS FORM FEED” • No paper detected in the paper input tray. • Paper in paper input tray but not feeding into printer. • Load paper i

• Compaq Compaq A1500, NOTICE  2000 Compaq Computer Corporation COMPAQ and the Compaq logo Registered in U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All other product names mentioned herein may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Compaq shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The information in this publication is subject to change without notice and is provided “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND.

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