ML 690 - Dot Matrix Printer OKI - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Dot Matrix Printer
Brand	OKI
Model	ML 690
Print Technology	Needle Dot Matrix
Main Functions	Printing multi-part documents, labels, and continuous forms
Network Interface	OkiLAN 6130 Network Card (Ethernet 10/100 Base-T) optional
Parallel Interface	Parallel connector (Centronics compatible)
Power Supply	AC 220-240V, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption (standby)	Approximately 15 W
Power Consumption (printing)	Approximately 150 W
Print Speed (max)	300 characters per second (cps) in draft mode
Maximum Resolution	360 x 360 dpi
Number of Needles	24 needles
Maximum Paper Width	420 mm (A3 landscape)
Supported Paper Types	Continuous (fanfold) paper, single sheets, labels, envelopes
Ink Ribbon	Black ribbon cartridge (reference: OKI 09003911)
Dimensions (W x D x H)	approx. 520 x 340 x 250 mm
Weight	approx. 12 kg
Maintenance and Cleaning	Clean the needles with a cleaning kit; dust the interior regularly
Safety	Unplug before any intervention; do not expose to moisture
Spare Parts and Repairability	Ribbon, needle block, network card available; repairability index estimated at 7/10

Frequently Asked Questions - ML 690 OKI

How to install the OkiLAN 6130 network card on the OKI ML 690 printer?

Turn off the printer, unplug the power cord and interface cable. Remove the removable panel near the interface connector using a screwdriver. Insert the OkiLAN 6130 card on the rails until it is properly connected. Reconnect the cables and turn on the printer.

How to configure the IP address of the OkiLAN 6130?

You can use the ExtendView utility provided by OKI. Download it from the OKI website, install it, then in the utility, select the printer, go to Server Configuration, click Set Permanent, enter the IP address, subnet mask, and gateway, then click OK. The server will restart with the new settings.

How to print a network configuration sheet?

On the OkiLAN 6130 card, briefly press the Test button. A configuration sheet will print. You will find the current IP address and other network settings.

How to reset the network card to factory defaults?

Turn off the printer, turn it back on, wait 30 seconds, then press and hold the Test button for 20 seconds. The LEDs flash, release. The card is reset and restarts with default settings.

What type of ink ribbon to use for the OKI ML 690?

Use an OKI black ribbon cartridge reference 09003911. It is easily replaced by opening the front cover of the printer.

What to do in case of paper jam?

Open the front cover and gently remove the jammed paper. Check for any tears. For continuous paper, ensure the perforations are aligned with the sprockets. Close the cover and press the Resume button.

How to connect the printer via parallel?

Use an IEEE 1284 parallel cable. Connect it to the parallel connector on the back of the printer and to the parallel port on your computer. Install the appropriate driver.

Where to download drivers for the OKI ML 690?

Go to the official OKI Data website at http://www.okidata.com. Navigate to the ML 690 product page, click on Drivers and choose your operating system.

How to access the built-in web page of the print server?

Open a browser and enter the IP address of the OkiLAN 6130 card. Log in as admin with the password OkiLAN. You can then configure TCP/IP settings.

What to do if the printer does not print after network installation?

Check that the OkiLAN card LEDs are correct (solid green). Ensure the IP address is correct and the printer is not in error. Use the ping command to test the connection. Refer to the printed configuration sheet.

USER MANUAL ML 690 OKI

The OkiLAN 6130 Print Server enables Ethernet network users to connect to a network-configured printer. It supports 10/100-megabit networks, TCP/IP Direct Printing and Server-Based Printing.

Note: The OkiLan 6130 can only be used be used without a parallel cable being connected.

Installing the OkiLAN 6130 Network Card

1. Turn off printer power.
2. Unplug the power cord.
3. Detach the interface cable from the rear of the printer.

Note: Your printer may look like either example below.

1. Pry off the breakaway panel next to the interface connector with a screwdriver

1. Insert the OkiLAN 6130 by sliding it along the rails in the recess of the printer, until it is plugged into the socket in the rear of the recess.

1. Attach the 10/100Base-T UTP cable to the receptacle on the back of the OkiLAN 6130. Attach the other end of the cable to the Network.

1. Plug the power cord into the power outlet (if provided).

Powering On the OkiLAN 6130

Turn printer power on. The red and green indicators on the OkiLAN 6130 blink during self-test. When self-test completes successfully, the red indicator goes off and the green indicator stays on.

Printing a Configuration Sheet

To print configuration information, press and hold the Test button on the front of the OkiLAN 6130 for five seconds.

Note: By default, the configuration sheet prints in ASCII text.
The content of the configuration sheet depends on your printer and system setup.

Configuring Your Print Server

Using OKI's ExtendView Utility to Configure Your IP Address

First, download the ExtendView utility from OKI Data's website at http://www.okidata.com – navigate to the page for your specific product, then click on Drivers, then Utilities, to locate the software.

Next, install the ExtendView utility and launch the application.

1. In the ExtendView utility, highlight the device you are going to configure.

1. Choose the configuration option from the dropdown menu.

1. From the Server Configuration box, click Set Permanent. Then, if you wish to change the IP address, Subnet Mask and Default Gateway, you may do so.

When the desired options have been set, click OK. The Print Server will automatically be reset at this point, and your options will have been saved.

(If you have network configuration questions, please contact your network administrator.)

Proceed to the instructions for Installing Your Driver.

Using Your Print Server's Built-In Web Page to Configure Your IP Address (Alternate Method)

First, open your browser. Then, type the IP address of your Print Server into the browser's address bar. (If the IP address is unknown, you can obtain it by pressing and holding the Test Button on the front of the OkiLAN 6130 for five seconds)

1. Log into the Print Server as Admin. (Username: admin Password: OkiLAN)

2. Select the TCP/IP option from the Network Connection menu to launch the TCP/IP Configuration menu.

1. From the TCP/IP Configuration Menu, click Set Permanent under the IP Address Resolution option. Then, if you wish to change the IP address, Subnet Mask and Default Gateway, you may do so.

When the desired options have been set, click Submit Changes. The Print Server will automatically be reset at this point, and your options will have been saved.

(If you have network configuration questions, please contact your network administrator.)

Proceed to the instructions for Installing Your Driver.

Installing Your Driver

From the CD or OKI Data website - follow the installation instructions.

Entering the Printer IP Address

While installing the printer driver for TCP/IP using the CD supplied with your printer.

When you come to the screen requesting the IP Address for the printer, you must select "IP Address" (instead of the default "Search address") and type in the printer's IP Address before clicking Next. If you need help, please contact your Network Administrator for the IP Address to use.

LPR

Make sure there are no error conditions in the printer (e.g., paper jam) before you use LPR to discover the printer. The product driver utility is available from OKI Data's website at http://www.okidata.com

Resetting to Factory Defaults

1. Turn off the printer.
2. Turn on the printer and wait for the print server to boot up (about 30 seconds).
3. Press and hold the Test button on the front of the OkiLAN 6130 for 20 seconds. The lights will flash briefly after releasing the button, then the card will reset.

Note: Your printer may look like either example below.

OR

1. Release the TEST button.

The print server resets to the factory default settings and reboots.