MINOLTA 3600 Use and Maintenance Manual
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1. 3600 10 02 00 Memory standard 1 MB 60 pages Memory options 2 MB 120 pages 4 MB 240 pages 6 MB 360 pages Copy Quantity 99 pages Copy Modes Reduction up to 70 Autodialing Locations 164 Polling Locations 180 Broadcast Destinations 180 Power Supply 120 V 60 Hz Dimensions W x H x D 15 1 2 x 22 1 5 x 19 1 2 Weight 35 lbs approx Transmit times and page capacity based on ITU T CCITT Test Chart No 1 in standard mode Design amp specifications are subject to change without notice Optional Accessories Second Paper Cassette Unit Optional 500 sheet cassette improves your productivity with long print copy runs and cuts down on the need to re load paper Comes with letter size cassette Letter Cassette Letter size cassette for Second Paper Cassette Unit available as a replacement for letter size cassette that comes with Second Paper Cassette Unit Legal Cassette Legal size cassette for Second Paper Cassette Unit for those environments that require large capacity legal size paper supply Memory Upgrades 2 MB 4 MB 6 MB upgrades increase your memory capacity for memory transmission and document storage Print Driver Windows GDI Driver lets you print from your PC TWAIN Drivers Optional TWAIN driver for Windows 3 1 and TWAIN Driver for Windows 95 98 NT lets your MinoltaFax 3600 perform TWAIN compliant scanning functions LAN Print Interface Card Allows your MinoltaFax 3600 to be us2. transmission reception with JBIG data compression can make faxes move faster Built in PCL4 emulation provides the clarity and detail of 300 dpi printing in both letter and legal size An optional 600 dpi printer driver gives you multifunction fax copy versatility Other advanced features include 50 sheet document feeder 750 sheet paper supply TWAIN compliant scanning and security features for confidential transmission reception and closed network functions Education The MinoltaFax 3600 is perfect for local schools and small administration workgroups providing high speed 33 6 Kbps transmission reception with JBIG data compression that can increase your productivity and built in PCL4 emulation provides 300 dpi printing for clarity and detail A 50 sheet document feeder and high capacity 750 sheet paper supply let you work faster and longer without reloading An optional 600 dpi printer driver gives you multifunction fax copy print scan versatility TWAIN compliant scanning is also available Medical For medical records patient profiles insurance forms prescriptions and other medical document needs the MinoltaFax 3600 provides 64 levels of grayscale for increased legibility High speed 33 6 Kbps transmission reception with JBIG data compression can make faxes move faster Security features and closed network transmission help protect confidentiality A 50 sheet document feeder makes it easier to send long documents and 750 sheet paper s
3. MINSLUA MinoltaFax 3600 Fax Multifunction Overview MinoltaFax 3600 is the multifunction solution you ve been waiting for 33 6 Kbps fax 300 or 600 dpi printer convenient copier and TWAIN Compliant scanner all in one cost effective unit In any business productivity is power so the MinoltaFax 3600 gives you powerful multifunction fax print copy and scan capabilities that make your document work move much faster You can load up to 50 originals in your Auto Document Feeder scan originals at 1 5 seconds per page then faxing can begin from memory at up to 33 6 Kbps Your MinoltaFax 3600 can also copy and reduce sort multiple copies of multiple originals and deliver superior copy quality with image text separation and image smoothing to smooth rough edges on incoming fax graphics Built in parallel and serial interface ports let you fax from your PC using optional software packages and print from your PC with the optional Windows GDI driver at a print speed up to 8 pages per minute at high resolution of 600 dpi MSRP The MSRP for the base unit is 2 762 00 Please contact your authorized Minolta dealer for additional information Features Multifunctional Convenience All in one fax copying scanning and printing helps you maintain high level productivity without the cost of separate devices Minolta Page of 10 MinoltaFax 3600 10 02 00 High Quality Imaging Minolta s Micro Toning Developing System gives you s
4. csimile unit was recently named an Editor s Choice in the High End Category by Better Buys for Business in their March 1999 Laser Fax Guide Described as the star of the new Minolta machines the 3600 offers speed and robust multifunctionality for a reasonable price it was Cited for its 33 600 bps modem JBIG data compression standard parallel interface and optional Ethernet optional true 600 dpi printing and 50 sheet document feeder In summary Better Buys for Business says Our recommendation is based on this machine s very good balance when you look at key features like speed multifunctionality memory and paper handling several are quite good and none are subpar MinoltaFax 3600 offers a wide range of advanced features that provide users with the speed and versatility necessary for optimum productivity in today s demanding office environment With a scan speed of 1 5 seconds users have multi access and quick memory transmission which allows communication to begin after the first page is scanned into memory The MinoltaFax 3600 comes equipped with a standard serial and parallel interface The serial interface supports PC Faxing TWAIN compliant scanning and printing at 300 dpi standard PCL 4 emulation or at 600 dpi optional GDI driver The parallel interface supports 300 dpi standard PCL 4 emulation or 600 dpi optional GDI driver printing MinoltaFax 3600 Earns Editor s Choice Award for 1999 Facsimile recognized in Bette
5. d is 20 000 6 Is there a difference between the MinoltaFax 3600 initial toner cartridge yield cartridge packaged with machine and the replacement toner cartridge Yes The initial toner cartridge yield is up to 3 000 and the replacement cartridge yield is up to 6 000 both yields based on a 5 black to white ratio 7 Does the MinoltaFax 3600 Second Paper Cassette Unit come equipped with a letter size cassette Yes the MinoltaFax 3600 Second Paper Cassette Unit is equipped with a letter size cassette 8 What interfaces are standard with the MinoltaFax 3600 The MinoltaFax 3600 are equipped with a standard SERIAL INTERFACE and a standard PARALLEL INTERFACE 9 What functions are supported by the MinoltaFax 3600 SERIAL INTERFACE The MinoltaFax 3600 Serial Interface supports Class PC Faxing TWAIN Compliant Scanning and Printing via standard PCL4 emulation 300 dpi or optional GDI Driver 600 dpi 10 What functions are supported by the MinoltaFax 3600 PARALLEL INTERFACE The MinoltaFax 3600 Parallel Interface supports printing via standard PCL4 emulation 300 dpi or optional GDI Driver 600 dpi Minolta Page 9 of 10 MinoltaFax 3600 10 02 00 11 Since printing at 300 dpi standard PCL4 emulation or 600 dpi optional GDI Driver is available via the 3600 Serial and Parallel interfaces which is the recommended interface For optimum performance printing via the parallel interface is highly recommended Communicat
6. document used by ALL facsimile manufacturers to determine consumable imaging cartridges toner cartridge drum cartridge yields 2 What criteria is used to determine low mid and high volume segments for fax equipment The criteria is based on standard and optional paper capacity memory capacity and modem speed The most commonly used criteria is based on that published by Dataquest Low Volume Less than 250 sheets of paper Limited Image Memory Capacity Limited Functionality Typically used in Small Office Home Office Environments SOHO Machines also used by single individuals in a larger company Mid Volume Standard paper capacity of 250 499 sheets Less than 1 MB of Image Memory Generally used in office environment workgroups serving 5 50 employees High Volume Standard 500 sheet paper capacity Minolta Page 8 of 10 MinoltaFax 3600 10 02 00 More than 1 MB Memory Used primarily in office environments that process high volume fax traffic 3 Does the MinoltaFax 3600 come packaged with a toner and drum cartridge Yes Both components are included the toner cartridge and drum cartridge with the MinoltaFax 3600 4 What is the yield of the MinoltaFax 3600 toner cartridge that is packaged with the machine The MinoltaFax 3600 initial toner cartridge has a yield of up to 3 000 images based on a 5 black to white ratio 5 What is the yield of the MinoltaFax 3600 drum cartridge The MinoltaFax 3600 drum cartridge yiel
7. ed as a network printer Awards amp Reviews MINOLTAFAX 3600 RECEIVES BUYERS LABORATORY INC S PRESTIGIOUS RECOMMENDED RATING MinoltaFax 3600 Performs Flawlessly during Testing Process RAMSEY NJ July 26 1999 Minolta Corporation s Office Systems Division announced today that the MinoltaFax 3600 received the prestigious Recommended rating from Buyers Laboratory Inc BLI for high volume fax environments BLI s in house testing procedure for the MinoltaFax 3600 Minolta Page 4 of 10 MinoltaFax 3600 10 02 00 was a rigorous three month hands on evaluation of the product With this most recent announcement the top two office product testing labs BLI and Better Buys for Business have each given the MinoltaFax 3600 its highest rating We are pleased that BLI confirms what we at Minolta have known the MinoltaFax 3600 offers mid to high volume fax users a productive and reliable solution for their faxing needs said Bud Murphy senior vice president and general manager Office Systems Sales and Marketing Division Minolta Corporation We couldn t be more pleased at having received BLI s highest copy quality rating for text line art and solids MINOLTA FEATURES MINOLTAFAX 3600 AT PC EXPO NAMED AS EDITOR S CHOICE BY BETTER BUYS FOR BUSINESS NEW YORK June 22 1999 Minolta Corporation s Office Systems Division featured the MinoltaFax 3600 at the PC EXPO held here today The MinoltaFax 3600 a multifunctional laser based fa
8. ications including high speed 33 6 Kbps transmission reception with JBIG data compression to make faxes move faster legal and letter size transmission and reception security features for confidential fax operations and built in PCL4 emulation for high quality printout With 750 sheet paper capacity and 50 sheet document feeder you ll be more productive Add an optional 600 dpi printer driver and you ll have multifunction fax copy print scan Minolta Page 7 of 10 MinoltaFax 3600 10 02 00 capabilities with TWAIN compliant scanning and network printing Its small footprint is also ideal for offices where space is at a premium Real Estate The MinoltaFax 3600 provides many benefits for real estate applications including high speed 33 6 Kbps transmission reception with JBIG data compression for fast facsimile transmission reception and 64 grayscale levels for high quality reproduction of photographs brochures and catalogs listing sheets contracts and other documents in both letter and legal size Add an optional printer driver and you ll have multifunction fax copy print scan productivity that s ideal for small offices Other features include 750 sheet paper supply and 50 sheet document feeder for sending long originals FAQs 1 How are consumable yields determined for the MinoltaFax products Yields are based upon the standards set forth by the ITU T formerly known as the CCITT The SLEREXE LETTER hot link to example is the
9. ion between the PC and fax device is faster via a parallel cable than a serial cable 12 What do need to enable the MinoltaFax 3600 function as a 300 dpi printer All that is required is a serial or parallel cable parallel cable is preferred since it can offer higher speed communication between the PC and fax device to connect the PC to the fax device Then set your MinoltaFax 3600 to PCL4 emulation in the SET PRINTER Menu via the SET key and select an HP Driver on your PC that supports PCL4 300 dpi resolution Make sure to restart the fax after you have selected PCL4 emulation in order for PCL4 setting to take effect 13 What do I need to enable the MinoltaFax 3600 function as a 600 dpi printer You will need a 1 serial or parallel cable parallel cable is preferred since it can offer higher speed communication between the PC and fax device to connect the PC to the fax device the 2 optional GDI Driver and the 3 the full 6 MB memory upgrade After the GDI Driver has been installed set your MinoltaFax 3600 to GDI Enhance in the SET PRINTER Menu via the SET key Make sure to restart the fax after you have selected GDI Enhance in order for the GDI setting to take effect 14 What do need to enable the MinoltaFax 3600 function as a TWAIN Compliant Scanner The optional TWAIN Driver a serial cable and a 3rd party scanning software that is TWAIN Compliant Minolta Page 10 of 10 MinoltaFax 3600 10 02 00
10. ng Contrast Control ECM Error Correction Mode Electronic Telephone Book Group Keys Last Number Redial Multi Access One Touch Dial Password Power Saving Mode Programmable Keys Reports Speed Dial Stamp Minolta Page 2 of 10 MinoltaFax 3600 10 02 00 Transmission Features Batch Broadcast manual group delay relay Closed Network Confidential Memory Mailbox Page Count Reserve Reception Features Auto Manual Closed Network Mailbox Memory Memory Battery Backup Polling delayed selective password protected group bulletin board memory Reduction Two Page Print Transmitter ID Display Specifications Type Desktop Facsimile Transceiver Communication Line Public Switched Telephone Network PSTN Capability G3 Super G3 Data Compression Method MH MR MMR JBIG Scanning System CIS Contact Image Sensor Modem Speed 33 6 Kbps automatic fallback Transmission Speed 3 seconds per page Scanning Speed 1 5 seconds per page normal resolution Maximum Print Width 8 1 4 Standard Paper Supply 250 sheets Maximum Paper Supply 750 sheets Auto Document Feeder 50 sheet capacity Resolution Standard Mode 203 x 98 lines inch Fine Mode 203 x 196 lines inch Superfine Mode 203 x 392 lines inch Halftone Reproduction 64 grayscale levels Print Speed 8 pages per minute Print Resolution 300 dpi standard 600 dpi with optional Windows GDI Driver Minolta Page 3 of 10 MinoltaFax
11. r Buys for Business Laser Fax Guide Ramsey NJ May 17 1999 The new MinoltaFax 3600 was recently honored with a 1999 Editor s Choice award from Better Buys for Business a leading analyst publication within the office systems industry In its recommendation Better Buys for Business cited the MinoltaFax 3600 s impressive combination of speed robust multifunctionality and reasonable pricing which helped distinguish it from other facsimiles in its class The MinoltaFax 3600 is part of a trio of recently launched laser fax machines from Minolta which also includes the MinoltaFax 1600 and MinoltaFax 2600 designed to address the needs of users with varying transmission requirements from low to mid to high volume demands The MinoltaFax 3600 s overall balance of key features like speed multifunctionality memory and paper Minolta Page 5 of 10 MinoltaFax 3600 10 02 00 handling particularly impressed the editors at Better Buys for Business and earned the machine its distinction in the publication s Higher End Model category Applications The MinoltaFax 3600 is an ideal digital document solution for mid volume and high volume office applications providing high speed transmission and reception of both letter and legal documents at 33 6 Kbps with JBIG data compression to make data move faster Government For government applications the MinoltaFax 3600 is an ideal choice in bureaus and administrative offices High speed 33 6 Kbps
12. river and you ll have multifunction fax copy print scan capabilities with TWAIN compliant scanning and network printing Financial With small footprint and quiet operation the MinoltaFax 3600 is an ideal digital choice for financial applications It provides high speed 33 6 Kbps transmission reception with JBIG data compression to make faxes move faster You can transmit and receive faxes in both legal and letter size with built in PCL4 emulation for high quality printout 750 sheet paper capacity and 50 sheet document feeder allow you to work longer without re loading paper Add an optional 600 dpi printer driver and you ll have multifunction fax copy print scan capabilities in one machine with TWAIN compliant scanning and network printing Travel For travel agents booking services ticket offices and other travel related applications the MinoltaFax 3600 provides mid volume facsimile productivity with a wide range of digital advantages High speed 33 6 Kbps transmission reception with JBIG data compression allow your faxes to move faster 64 levels of grayscale make photos graphics and schedules more clear and readable Add an optional 600 dpi printer driver and you ll have multifunction fax copy print scan that can consolidate all your document needs in a single machine and speed the flow of information with TWAIN compliant scanning and network printing Legal MinoltaFax3600 provides powerful facsimile advantages for legal appl
13. uperior print copy quality with image text separation and image smoothing to improve incoming fax quality High Speed Productivity Your MinoltaFax 3600 can scan a page at 1 5 seconds as soon as the first page is scanned fax transmission proceeds from memory automatically at 3 seconds per page with 33 6 Kbps modem speed and JBIG compression High Volume Capacity 250 sheet paper cassette and 200 sheet output tray handles high volume fax traffic with ease an optional 500 sheet second paper cassette increases your total paper capacity to 750 sheets letting you do long print copy runs with less paper re loading Quick Dialing One Touch keys and Speed Dialing keys give you instant access to up to 164 autodial fax destinations Standard Handset A telephone handset is provided to use your fax as a telephone communicate with facsimile accessible databases or determine line noise problems Expandable Memory With 1 MB standard expandable to 7 MB you can increase your document storage capacity and receive more fax pages to memory Economical Cartridge Replacement Separate cartridges for Drum and Toner eliminate waste because the toner can be replenished as needed and the drum is replaced only at the end of its life cycle Versatile Connectivity Both serial and parallel interface connectors are provided optional Windows GDI driver provides high resolution printing at up to 600 dpi Special Features Auto Redial Combination Diali
14. upply lets you work longer without re loading An optional 600 dpi printer driver and TWAIN compliant scanning give you multifunction fax copy print scan capabilities that can make information move faster Marketing The MinoltaFax 3600 is an excellent choice for digital productivity in small advertising agencies graphic design studios and corporate marketing departments With high speed 33 6 Kbps transmission reception and JBIG data compression to make faxes move faster Minolta Page 6 of 10 MinoltaFax 3600 10 02 00 it also provides various levels of grayscale for clear accurate reproduction of presentation comps reports reference documents artwork and copy drafts for approval Security features and closed network transmission help protect confidentiality A 50 sheet document feeder makes it easier to send long documents and 750 sheet paper capacity lets you work longer without re loading Add an optional 600 dpi printer driver and you ll have multifunction fax copy print scan with TWAIN compliant scanning and network printing capability Professional With small footprint and quiet operation the MinoltaFax 3600 is well suited to a wide range of professional applications High speed 33 6 Kbps transmission reception with JBIG data compression can make faxes move faster to increase your productivity With 750 sheet paper capacity and 50 sheet document feeder you can work longer without re loading paper Add an optional 600 dpi printer d
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