Brand: NEC
Category: Other
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Manual for Silentwriter 1700
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 6:51 p.m.
Manual Publish Date: 1996-09-01
Warranty Information
Warranty terms are detailed in the Warranty Statement accompanying each product.
How Your Printer Works
The printer uses an electrophotographic (EP) drum to attract toner, which is then transferred to charged paper and fused with heat and pressure.
Computer Software
Includes PCL and PostScript printer drivers for Windows, and Print Navigator for MS-DOS. The 1765 model also has network configuration software.
Energy and Cost Saving Features
Features like Power Saving reduce energy consumption when idle. Toner Saving reduces toner use for draft printing. Toner cartridge recycling is also available.
Standard Printer Settings
Covers page handling, print quality, printer operations, and printer memory. These settings can be adjusted via the operator panel or printer drivers.
Changing Printer Settings
Settings can be modified through the software application's print dialog box, Silentwriter printer software, or the operator panel.
Using the Printer Operator Panel
Allows control of emulation, interface settings, Resource Saving, Jam Recovery, and printing of font lists and test pages.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| Problem | Possible Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Paper Jams | Improper paper loading, paper too small/large, paper weight issues. | Clear jam per instructions, ensure correct paper settings, use recommended paper. |
| Print Quality Issues (light, dark, streaks, blank spots) | Low toner, incorrect density settings, dirty rollers, faulty toner cartridge. | Replace toner, adjust density, clean rollers, check cartridge. |
| Printer Not Responding | Offline, cable issue, driver problem, printer error. | Ensure online, check cables, restart printer/computer, check error messages. |