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  • Page 1 Table of Contents Page Printer Operation Guide...
  • Page 2 NERGY are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies. This Kyocera Mita page printer uses PeerlessPrintXL to provide the HP LaserJet compatible PCL6 language emulation. Peer- lessPrintXL is a trademark of The Peerless Group, Redondo Beach, CA 90278, U.S.A.

  • Page 3: Limited Warranty

    IBM PROGRAM LICENSE AGREEMENT THE DEVICE YOU HAVE PURCHASED CONTAINS ONE OR MORE SOFTWARE PROGRAMS (“PROGRAMS”) WHICH BELONG TO INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION (“IBM”). THIS DOCUMENT DEFINES THE TERMS AND CON- DITIONS UNDER WHICH THE SOFTWARE IS BEING LICENSED TO YOU BY IBM. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS LICENSE, THEN WITHIN 14 DAYS AFTER YOUR ACQUISITION OF THE DEVICE YOU MAY RETURN THE DEVICE FOR A FULL REFUND.
  • Page 4 Typeface Trademark Acknowledgement All resident fonts in this printer are licensed from Agfa Corporation. Helvetica, Palatino and Times are registered trademarks of Linotype-Hell AG. ITC Avant Garde Gothic, ITC Bookman, ITC ZapfChancery and ITC Zapf Dingbats are registered trademarks of International Type- face Corporation.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ....................vii Guide to the Manuals ........................... viii Guide to the Operation Guide........................ix Using the Operator Panel ............1-1 Chapter 1 1.1 Understanding the Operator Panel ...................... 1-2 1.2 Using the Operator Panel........................1-6 1.2.1 Menu Selection System........................ 1-6 1.2.2 Using the Menu Selection System ....................
  • Page 6 Troubleshooting ..............4-1 Chapter 4 4.1 General Guide ............................4-2 4.2 Print Quality Problems ......................... 4-3 4.3 Indicators and Messages ........................4-6 4.3.1 Indicators............................4-6 4.3.2 Maintenance Messages ........................ 4-7 4.3.3 Errors Messages ........................... 4-9 4.4 Correcting a Paper Jam........................4-11 4.4.1 Jam at the Face-down and Face-up Trays ................
  • Page 7 Host Computer Interface............C-1 Appendix C C.1 Parallel Interface..........................C-2 C.1.1 Parallel Interface Communication Modes ................. C-2 C.1.2 Interface Signals......................... C-2 C.2 USB Interface ............................C-5 C.2.1 Specifications ..........................C-5 C.2.2 Interface Signals......................... C-5 C.3 Serial Interface (Option) ........................C-6 C.3.1 RS-232C Interface ........................

  • Page 8: Introduction

    Introduction The Kyocera Mita page printer has many desirable features, such as EcoPrint function that reduces the power consumption and Auto Media Type Selection function that selects automatically media before print. This section explains the following topics: • • • •...

  • Page 9: Guide To The Manuals

    Guide to the Manuals Item Item Item Item Description Description Description Description Installation Guide Describes procedures from printer setup to printing a (paper manual) test page. Operation Guide Guides you through topics concerning the operations (this manual) and maintenance of the printer. PRESCRIBE Programming Describes how to use the PRESCRIBE commands and Manual...

  • Page 10: Guide To The Operation Guide

    Guide to the Operation Guide Operation Guide guides you through the following topics: This Chapter 1 Using the Operator Panel This chapter explains the message display, indicators and keys on the operator panel, and how to make various settings using the operator panel. Chapter 2 Using the Printer Software This chapter explains how to install the printer driver, and how to print from applications.

  • Page 11: Chapter 1 Using The Operator Panel

    Using the Operator Chapter 1 Panel This chapter explains the following topics: • Understanding the Operator Panel • Using the Operator Panel...

  • Page 12: Understanding The Operator Panel

    Understanding the Operator Panel Understanding the Operator Panel The operator panel has an LCD message display, 3 LED indicators, and eight keys. Message Display The message display gives information in the form of short messages. The eight messages listed below are displayed during normal warm-up and printing.

  • Page 13: Paper Size Indicator

    Understanding the Operator Panel Each interface has a time-out time of 30 seconds during which the other interface should wait to receive a print job. Even a print job has been complete on the interface, you should wait for this period until the other Note interface begins printing the job.

  • Page 14: Paper Type Indicator

    Understanding the Operator Panel Paper Type Indicator This shows the paper type defined for the current paper source. Automatic paper source switching is available according to the paper type. Setting the MP Setting the MP Setting the MP Setting the MP The paper type can be specified at the operator panel.
  • Page 15 Understanding the Operator Panel Keys The operator panel keys are used to configure the printer. Note the certain keys have the secondary function. MENU ENTER CANCEL Settings made with these keys affect only the interface currently in use. Note Function Function Function Function...

  • Page 16: Using The Operator Panel

    Using the Operator Panel Using the Operator Panel This section explains how to use the menu selection system. The MENU key on the operator panel allows you to use the menu to set or change the printer default settings such as the default number of copies, emulation, etc., to match your specific needs.
  • Page 17 Using the Operator Panel Continued from previous page The items presented in shadowed boxes >Parallel I/F do not appear unless Interface > Auto Parallel >Parallel I/F the appropriate Interface Normal >Parallel I/F >Interface > optional unit is High speed >Parallel I/F Serial Interface >...
  • Page 18 Using the Operator Panel Continued from previous page Font > >Font Select > >> I000 Internal >Font Select > Option >>Courier Regular >>Courier >Code Set Regular Dark IBM PC-8 >>Letter Gothic Regular >>Letter Gothic Dark >List of >>Size Internal Fonts 012.00 point(s) >>Pitch >List of...
  • Page 19 Using the Operator Panel Continued from previous page Print Quality > >KIR Mode >KIR mode >EcoPrint Mode >EcoPrint Mode >Resolution Fast 1200 mode >Resolution 300 dpi >Resolution 600 dpi >Read Data Opt. ROM > >List of Partitions RAM Disk Mode RAM Disk Mode >...
  • Page 20 Using the Operator Panel Continued from Previous page Paper Handling > >MP Tray Mode Cassette >MP Tray Mode First >MP Tray Size >MP Tray Size >MP Tray Type >MP Tray Type >MP Tray Size >MP Tray Size Plain Plain >Cassette Size > >Feed Select >>Unit Custom...
  • Page 21 Using the Operator Panel Continued from previous page Others > >MSG Language English >Form Feed Time Out 030sec. >Sleep Timer > >>Sleep Mode 005 min. >>Sleep Mode >Print HEX-DUMP >Printer Reset >Resource Prot. >Resource Prot. >Resource prot. Permanent >Resource prot. Perm / Temp >Auto Continue Mode...

  • Page 22: Using The Menu Selection System

    Using the Operator Panel 1.2.2 Using the Menu Selection System This section explains the procedure for using the menu selection system. The menu selection system is activated by the MENU key while the printer is Ready. Printing the Menu Map The printer produces a full list of the menu selection system.
  • Page 23 Using the Operator Panel Sample MENU MAP 1-13...

  • Page 24: Printing A Status Page

    Using the Operator Panel Printing a Status Page If you want to check the printer’s current status, including available memory and option settings, you can find the information you need on the status page. Press the MENU key. Press the key until Print Status Page appears.
  • Page 25 Using the Operator Panel The following is a sample status page. The numbers below correspond to the explanation numbers. 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 5 5 5 5 6 6 6 6 7 7 7 7 8 8 8 8 9 9 9 9...
  • Page 26 Using the Operator Panel 1 — Software Version This contains the firmware version and date of issue of the printer. 2 — Hardware Information This contains information about the printer settings, such as the size and type of paper in the paper cassette. 3 —...

  • Page 27: Changing The Interface Parameters

    Using the Operator Panel 11 — KIR Test Pattern KIR is the Kyocera original smoothing function. This test pattern shows the effect of the KIR (Kyocera Image Refinement) system. Changing the Interface Parameters The printer is equipped with parallel and USB interfaces. In addition, it is possible to add an optional serial interface to the printer.
  • Page 28 Using the Operator Panel Press the > key. The message display changes to the communication mode menu. Press the ENTER key. A blinking question mark (?) appears. >Parallel I/F ? Auto Press the key to display the desired mode. The display changes as shown below.
  • Page 29 Using the Operator Panel Press the key until USB appears. Interface ? USB If you want to abandon this procedure, press the CANCEL key. The interface remains unchanged. Press the ENTER key. Press the MENU key. The message display returns to Ready. Selecting the Serial Interface Mode This section applies to the printers having the optional serial interface board installed.

  • Page 30: Baud Rate

    Using the Operator Panel Press the ENTER key again. Press the > key. Each time the key is pressed, the setting item and current setting change as shown below. Definable baud rates: 1200, 2400, >Baud Rate 4800, 9600 (default), 19200, 38400, 9600 57600, 115200 Definable data bits: 7, 8 (default)
  • Page 31 Using the Operator Panel Display the desired baud rate and press the ENTER key. Press the MENU key. The message display returns to Ready. Selecting Network Interface Parameters This section applies to the printers having the optional network interface card installed. Option To allow your printer support Netware, TCP/IP and EtherTalk networks, you will need to install the optional network interface card in your printer...
  • Page 32 Using the Operator Panel Press the > key. Each time the key is pressed, the display changes as shown below. >NetWare > >TCP/IP > >EtherTalk >Opt. StatusPage This is the network interface card 1-24 1-24 1-24 1-24 status page print menu. See page The following example explains how to activate the TCP/IP protocol to be able to connect the printer to a network.

  • Page 33: Subnet Mask

    Using the Operator Panel Press the > key. Each time the key is pressed, the item changes as shown below. >>DHCP >>IP Address 000.000.000.000 >>Subnet Mask 000.000.000.000 >>Gateway 000.000.000.000 Display the item to be set and press the ENTER key. For DHCP , a question mark (?) appears.
  • Page 34 Using the Operator Panel Printing a Network Interface Card Status Page To use this function, the optional network interface card must be installed in the printer. Option You can print a network interface card status page each time the printer prints the status page.
  • Page 35 Using the Operator Panel Press the > key, then the key until the message display indicates >Opt. StatusPage. >Opt. StatusPage The default is Off. If it is On, change it as follows. Press the ENTER key. A blinking question mark (?) appears. >Opt.
  • Page 36 Using the Operator Panel Sample Network STATUS PAGE 1-26...

  • Page 37: Changing The Emulation

    Using the Operator Panel Changing the Emulation The emulation mode for the current interface can be changed from this menu. Press the MENU key. Press the key until Emulation appears. One of the emulation names shown below appears, indicating the current emulation.
  • Page 38 Using the Operator Panel KPDL (AUTO) Emulation KPDL is Kyocera Mita’s implementation of the PostScript language. The KPDL (AUTO) emulation enables the printer to automatically change emulation mode according to the data received when printing. In addition to the KPDL (AUTO) emulation, you can use the operator panel to select other frequently used emulation modes.
  • Page 39 Using the Operator Panel Press the key until the desired emulation appears. PCL 6 (default) Line Printer IBM Proprinter DIABLO 630 EPSON LQ-850 If you want to abandon this procedure, press the CANCEL key. Press the ENTER key. Press the MENU key. The message display returns to Ready. Printing a KPDL Error Report Automatically You can print a KPDL error report automatically when this type of emulation is in use.
  • Page 40 Using the Operator Panel Press the > key. The message display changes to that shown below. If >Alt. Emulation is displayed when the KPDL (AUTO) emulation is selected, press the key to change it. >Print KPDL Errs Press the ENTER key. A blinking question mark (?) appears. >Print KPDL Errs ? Off Select On using the...
  • Page 41 Using the Operator Panel Selecting the Default Font You can select the font to be used by default with the current interface. In addition to the internal fonts, all fonts downloaded to the printer memory, the memory card or optional ROM can be selected as the default font. From this menu, you can also select the type and pitch for Courier and Letter Gothic, the size of the default font, as well as print a font list.
  • Page 42 Using the Operator Panel Press the ENTER key. A blinking question mark (?) appears. >>?I000 Press the key until the desired font number appears. For List of Fonts List of Fonts List of Fonts List of Fonts the numbers of internal fonts, see on page If you want to abandon this procedure, press the CANCEL key.
  • Page 43 Using the Operator Panel Press the ENTER key. A blinking question mark (?) appears. >>Courier ? Regular Select Regular or Dark using the key. If you want to abandon this procedure, press the CANCEL key. Press the ENTER key. Press the MENU key and the message display returns to Ready. Changing the Font Size You can change the size of the proportional fonts.
  • Page 44 Using the Operator Panel Press the ENTER key. A blinking cursor (_) appears. >>Size 012.00 point(s) Press the key to increase or decrease the value where the cursor is blinking. The font size can be set between 4 and 999.75 points, in 0.25-point increments.

  • Page 45: Code Set

    Using the Operator Panel Press the ENTER key. A blinking cursor (_) appears. >>Pitch 10.00 cpi Press the key to increase or decrease the value where the cursor is blinking. The character pitch can be set between 0.44 and 99.99 characters per inch, in 0.01 character-per-inch increments. You can use the >...
  • Page 46 Using the Operator Panel Press the key until the desired character code set appears. If you want to abandon this procedure, press the CANCEL key. Press the ENTER key. Press the MENU key. The message display returns to Ready. Printing a List of Fonts To help in selecting fonts, you can print lists of all the fonts currently available to the printer.
  • Page 47 Using the Operator Panel List of Fonts 1-37...

  • Page 48: Using Page Set Menus

    Using the Operator Panel Using Page Set Menus In the Page Set menus, you can change the number of copies, the page orientation and other settings that have to do with pages. Changing the Number of Copies You can change the number of copies to be printed for the current interface. The number of copies can be set between 1 and 999.
  • Page 49 Using the Operator Panel Selecting the Printing Orientation You can select between portrait (upright) or landscape (sideways) page orientation. You can change the page orientation whenever the message display indicates Ready. Paper feed direction Portrait Landscape (default) Press the MENU key. Press the key until Page Set >...
  • Page 50 Using the Operator Panel Page Protect Mode Although Auto is the default setting and this menu does not usually appear, Page Protect will automatically be set to On if a Print overrun Press GO error occurs because the data transferred to the printer is too complex to print on a page.
  • Page 51 Using the Operator Panel Linefeed (LF) Action This procedure instructs the printer as to what to do when it receives a line feed code (character code 0AH). Press the MENU key. Press the key until Page Set > appears. Page Set >...
  • Page 52 Using the Operator Panel Carriage-Return (CR) Action This procedure instructs the printer as to what to do when it receives a carriage-return code (character code 0DH). Press the MENU key. Press the key until Page Set > appears. Page Set >...
  • Page 53 Using the Operator Panel Wide A4 Turn this to On to increase the maximum number of characters that you can print on a line of an A4 page (78 characters at 10 pitch) or a Letter size page (80 characters at 10 pitch). This feature is only effective with the PCL 6 emulation.

  • Page 54: Improving The Print Quality

    Using the Operator Panel Improving the Print Quality You can adjust a variety of features to enhance the quality of your printouts with the printer. First, you can use the Kyocera Image Refinement (KIR), a software algorithm designed to increase the quality of your printouts.

  • Page 55: Print Quality

    Using the Operator Panel Press the MENU key. Press the key until Print Quality > appears. Print Quality > Press the > key. Press the key until >KIR Mode appears. >KIR Mode Press the ENTER key. A blinking question mark (?) appears. >KIR Mode ? On Select On or Off using the...

  • Page 56: Ecoprint Mode

    Using the Operator Panel EcoPrint EcoPrint allows you to reduce the amount of toner the printer uses per page. This helps save on printing costs. You can activate EcoPrint as follows. (The default is Off.) The EcoPrint mode setting is On when the printing image becomes lighter, yet stays very readable.
  • Page 57 Using the Operator Panel Press the ENTER key. Press the MENU key. The message display returns to Ready. Resolution You can choose one of the three following resolutions — Fast 1200 mode (default), 300 dpi and 600 dpi. The clarity of printed characters and graphics becomes sharper in this order.
  • Page 58 Using the Operator Panel Operating a Memory Card (CompactFlash Card) The printer is equipped with a slot for a memory card (CompactFlash card), which allows you to perform the following operations. •Reading fonts •Reading data •Writing data •Deleting data •Formatting a memory card •Printing a list of data names When installing or removing a memory card into or from the printer, you must turn the printer power switch off.
  • Page 59 Using the Operator Panel Press the ENTER key. Processing appears and the font reading from the memory card starts. If you want to abandon this procedure, press the CANCEL key. When the reading of fonts ends, the message display returns to >Read fonts.

  • Page 60: Writing Data

    Using the Operator Panel Writing Data Data can be written on a memory card until it is full. When writing data on a memory card, a name is automatically assigned to the file. You can use the procedure explained further in this section to print a list of file names for confirmation.
  • Page 61 Using the Operator Panel DataS001 (first data), DataS002 (second data), DataS003 (third data)... TEST.TXT is the first data to be In the example above, if the file written onto the memory card, the destination name will be DataS001 . As the printer receives data, the message display changes to Processing, then when the end of the data is received, the message display changes to Waiting.

  • Page 62: Deleting Data

    Using the Operator Panel Deleting Data It is possible to use the printer to delete data from a memory card, one file at a time. To delete data from a memory card, proceed as follows, but first make sure that the memory card contains data. If it does not contain any data, the >Delete Data menu does not appear on the message display.
  • Page 63 Using the Operator Panel Formatting a Memory Card Formatting allows data to be written to the memory card. A new memory (CompactFlash) card must be formatted before it can be used in the printer. • Formatting destroys any existing data on the memory card. •...
  • Page 64 Using the Operator Panel Press the ENTER key. Processing appears and formatting of the memory card starts. If you want to abandon formatting, press the CANCEL key. When the formatting is successfully completed, the printer automatically prints out a Format Information page as shown below. Capacity Capacity.
  • Page 65 Using the Operator Panel Press the ENTER key. A question mark (?) appears. >List of Partitions ? If you want to abandon this procedure, press the CANCEL key. Press the ENTER key. Processing appears and printing of the list starts. The printout (example above) includes the following information.

  • Page 66: Setting The Ram Disk

    Using the Operator Panel Setting the RAM Disk The RAM disk is a portion of the printer’s memory that is shared and can temporarily store print jobs. The RAM disk can only be used for electronic sorting. Print jobs stored in the RAM disk can then be used to accelerate multiple copy print jobs, for example.

  • Page 67: Handling Paper

    Using the Operator Panel The default is Off. Press the ENTER key. A blinking question mark (?) appears. Select On using the key then press the ENTER key. RAM Disk Mode ? On Press the > key to display >RAM Disk Size. >RAM Disk Size 0007 Mbyte Press the ENTER key again.
  • Page 68 Using the Operator Panel Cassette Mode Cassette Mode Cassette Mode Cassette Mode Printing in Cassette Mode is faster than in First Mode. Approximately 50 sheets can be fed continuously when in this mode. (This is the default.) Press the MENU key. Press the key until Paper Handling >...
  • Page 69 Using the Operator Panel Setting the MP Tray Size When using the MP tray in the Cassette mode, you should set the MP tray size to the paper size used for print jobs. If they do not match, the printer does not print on the correct size paper if the automatic selection of the paper size is made by the application (printer driver).
  • Page 70 Using the Operator Panel Youkei 4 Hagaki OufukuHagaki Monarch Business Comm. #9 Comm. #6 3/4 ISO B5 If you want to abandon this procedure, press the CANCEL key. Press the ENTER key. Press the MENU key. The message display returns to Ready. Setting the MP Tray Type You can automatically select the paper cassette according to the selection made by the application (printer driver).
  • Page 71 Using the Operator Panel Press the ENTER key. A blinking question mark (?) appears. >MP Tray Type ? Plain Press the key to display the desired MP tray type. The display changes as shown below. Plain Transparency Preprinted Labels Bond Recycled Vellum Rough...
  • Page 72 Using the Operator Panel Setting the Cassette Size After setting the paper into the paper cassette, you should set the cassette size as follows. The default factory setting is A4. About the paper cassette, and the adjustment of the paper guides and Installation Guide Installation Guide paper stopper inside the paper cassette, see the...
  • Page 73 Using the Operator Panel Setting the Custom Paper Size In addition to the standard A5, A4, B5, Letter and Legal sizes for the paper cassette, paper of other sizes can be used as custom sizes. When placing paper of sizes other than A5, A4, B5, Letter or Legal size into the paper cassette, set the custom size of the paper to be used by following the procedure given below.
  • Page 74 Using the Operator Panel Press the > key. Press the key until >>Unit appears. The unit of measurement can be selected between millimeters and inches. The current unit of measurement is displayed (the default setting is mm ). >>Unit Press the ENTER key. A blinking question mark (?) appears. >>Unit ? mm Select mm or inch using the...
  • Page 75 Using the Operator Panel When the width is set, press the key. >>Y Dimension appears (the paper length setting). Set the desired length in the same way as the width. The length can be set between 210 and 356 mm (8.27 to 14.02 inches).
  • Page 76 Using the Operator Panel Press the ENTER key. A blinking question mark (?) appears. >Cassette Type ? Plain Press the key to display the desired cassette type. The display changes as shown below. Plain Preprinted Bond Recycled Rough Letterhead Color Prepunched Custom 1 (to 8) If you want to abandon the selection, press the CANCEL key.
  • Page 77 Using the Operator Panel Press the key until >Feed Select appears. >Feed Select Cassette Press the ENTER key. A blinking question mark (?) appears. >Feed Select ? Cassette Press the key to display the desired paper source (no option paper feeder). MP Tray Cassette (Default) With an option paper feeder added:...
  • Page 78 Using the Operator Panel Press the > key. Press the key until >Override A4/LT appears. >Override A4/LT Press the ENTER key. A blinking question mark (?) appears. >Override A4/LT ? Off Select On or Off using the key. Press the ENTER key. Press the MENU key.
  • Page 79 Using the Operator Panel Press the key until >Type Adjust > appears. >Type Adjust > Custom 1 Press the ENTER key. A blinking question mark (?) appears. >Type Adjust > ? Custom 1 Press the key to display the desired paper type. The display changes as shown below.

  • Page 80: Paper Weight

    Using the Operator Panel Setting the Paper Weight You can set the paper thickness for your custom paper type to be customized. Customizing the Paper Type Customizing the Paper Type Display the custom paper type (see Customizing the Paper Type Customizing the Paper Type above) and press the >...
  • Page 81 Using the Operator Panel Adjusting the Print Density One of the five following print density levels can be selected for printing: 01 (light) to 05 (dark). The default is 03. • Before adjusting the print density, you must first select the paper type.
  • Page 82 Using the Operator Panel Envelope Cardstock When the desired paper type to set the print density is displayed, press the ENTER key. Press the > key. Press the key until >>Print Density appears. >>Print Density Press the ENTER key. A blinking question mark (?) appears. >>Print Density ? 03 Select the print density from five steps from 01 (light) to 05 (dark)
  • Page 83 Using the Operator Panel Resetting the Type Adjust Resets all the modifications made in the Type Adjust menu. In other words, all the settings of the Type Adjust menu return to their default values. Press the MENU key. Press the key until Paper Handling >...

  • Page 84: Verifying The Total Printed Pages And Resetting The Toner Counter

    Using the Operator Panel Verifying the Total Printed Pages and Resetting the Toner Counter You can display the total number of pages printed by your printer for verification when necessary. It is also possible to check this information from the Status Page. Moreover, for proper maintenance scheduling, it will be necessary to reset the toner counter using this menu each time a new toner container is installed.
  • Page 85 Using the Operator Panel Resetting the Remaining Toner Counter If the toner container was replaced, reset the toner counter as follows so that an accurate toner gauge measurement is indicated on the status page. Note that if this operation is performed when the toner cartridge is not replaced, the toner gauge measurement will not be indicated correctly.

  • Page 86: Other Modes

    Using the Operator Panel Other Modes The modes described in the following pages can be accessed from the Others submenu. The Others submenu allows you to perform the following: •Selecting in what language messages are displayed •Setting the Automatic Form Feed time-out •Setting the Sleep Timer •Dumping received data •Resetting the printer...
  • Page 87 Using the Operator Panel To change the language, press the ENTER key. A blinking question mark (?) appears. >MSG Language ? English Press the key. The display cycles through the available selections in the following order (The key cycles in the reverse order): >MSG Language ? English >Langue...
  • Page 88 Using the Operator Panel Automatic Form Feed Time-out Setting When the printer remains idle for some time, it times out and releases the current interface; it prints whatever data is in its buffer and feeds out the page. You can adjust the time-out length as follows: Press the MENU key.
  • Page 89 Using the Operator Panel Sleep Timer Setting The printer has a sleep timer that allows to conserve power when it is not printing, processing or receiving data. You can adjust the timer; in other words, you can set the length of time before the printer enters sleep mode when it is idle.
  • Page 90 Using the Operator Panel Turning Off the Sleep Timer You can turn off the sleep timer function by following the procedure given below. Press the MENU key. Press the key until Others > appears. Others > Press the > key. Press the key until >Sleep Timer >...
  • Page 91 Using the Operator Panel Received Data Dumping To debug programs and files, you can print data as hexadecimal code as shown below. Press the MENU key. Press the key until Others > appears. Others > Press the > key. Press the key until >...
  • Page 92 Using the Operator Panel Resetting the Printer This procedure describes how to reset the printer. This operation is equal to turning the power ON and OFF. It erases downloaded fonts and macros. Press the MENU key. Press the key until Others > appears. Others >...
  • Page 93 Using the Operator Panel Protecting Resources When you switch from the PCL 6 emulation to another, all downloaded fonts and macros are lost. Resource protection preserves these PCL resources in memory so that they are intact when you change the emulation back to PCL 6.
  • Page 94 Using the Operator Panel Auto Continue Setting If an error that still allows you to continue printing occurs (Memory overflow Press GO, Print overrun Press GO, KPDL error Press GO, File not found Press GO, MemoryCard err Press GO and RAM disk error Press GO), the next received data is automatically printed after a set period of time elapses.
  • Page 95 Using the Operator Panel Setting the Auto Continue Recovery Time Follow the procedure given below to change the recovery time for Auto Continue. Press the MENU key. Press the key until Others > appears. Others > Press the > key. Press the key until >Auto Continue >...

  • Page 96: Service Menu

    Using the Operator Panel Service Menu The service menu contains maintenance operations to be performed by service personnel. The Print Status Page and Developer submenus appear. However, in general, you will only need to use the Print Status Page submenu. Printing a Service Status Page The service status page contains printer setting informations more detailed than those of the standard Status Page and is therefore mostly for...

  • Page 97: Chapter 2 Using The Printer Software

    Using the Printer Chapter 2 Software This chapter provides basic information that let you learn how to setup the printer and how to install the printer driver. Further detailed information about the installation can be obtained from the printer driver’s online help. To read the online help, click the Help button on a dialog box displayed by the printer driver.

  • Page 98: Installing The Printer Driver

    Note 2.1.1 Using Parallel/Serial Interfaces When you insert the Kyocera Mita Digital Library CD-ROM supplied with the printer into your computer, the setup screen is automatically displayed. To install the printer driver, follow the on-screen instructions. Set the Kyocera Mita Digital Library CD-ROM in your computer’s CD-ROM drive.
  • Page 99 Close the License Agreement PDF. On the previous License Agreement window, click Accept to accept the agreement. After a few moments, the Main Menu appears. Click Install Drivers. The Kyocera Mita Setup Wizard begins. Click the Next button. In the Select a device model window, click FS-1050.
  • Page 100 Installing the Printer Driver In the Select a driver language window, click the language you want. Click the Next button. Kyocera Mita FS-1050 KX is highlighted in the Available drivers list box. Click the Next button.
  • Page 101 Installing the Printer Driver In this window, you can choose whether you want to install TrueType screen fonts and/or Prologue/Epilogue tab. Click the appropriate option(s). Click the Next button. In the Device connection window, select the type of connection between the printer and your computer. If you want to connect to a network, contact your network administrator.
  • Page 102 Installing the Printer Driver In the Select a device port window, select the interface you want to use for connecting to the printer. Click the Next button. In the Select a device name window, enter a unique name for the printer, if desired.
  • Page 103 Installing the Printer Driver In the Begin installation window, click the Next button. Click the Finish button to restart the computer.
  • Page 104 Click the Windows Start button, point Setting, and click Printers to make sure the Kyocera Mita FS-1050 KX icon has been added to the Printers window. Right click the Kyocera Mita FS-1050 KX icon and select Properties.

  • Page 105: Using Usb Interface

    Windows Me or 2000, you can use the similar proccedure. Follow the instructions displayed on the screen. Turn on the computer and the printer, then insert the Kyocera Mita Digital Library CD-ROM into the computer’s CD-ROM drive Connect the printer and the computer using a USB cable.
  • Page 106 Installing the Printer Driver Select Search for the best driver for your device. Click the Next button. Select Specify a location. In the box below, enter [CD-ROM drive letter]:\usb. Click the Next button. 2-10...
  • Page 107 Installing the Printer Driver The Wizard will search the directory. The following dialog box will open when the necessary file has been found. Make sure [CD-ROM drive letter ]:\USB\USBPRINT.INF is shown on the dialog box. Click the Next button. The installation of the USB Printing Support will start.
  • Page 108 Installing the Printer Driver Installing the Printer Driver for USB Subsequently the installation of the printer driver will begin. Click the Next button on the dialog box below. Select Search for the best driver for your device. Click the Next button. 2-12...
  • Page 109 Installing the Printer Driver Click the Specify a location check box, then enter [CD-ROM drive letter]:\Drivers\Multi in the box below. Click the Next button. Click the Next button on the dialog box below. 2-13...
  • Page 110 Add Printer Wizard will open. Follow the instructions shown on the wizard and complete the installation of the printer driver. Click the Windows Start button, point Setting, and click Printers to make sure the Kyocera Mita FS-1050 KX icon has been added to the Printers window. 2-14...
  • Page 111 Installing the Printer Driver Right click the Kyocera Mita FS-1050 KX icon and select Properties. The following dialog will open. Click the Details tab to make sure USB 001 (Virtual printer port for USB) is selected for the Print to the following port list.

  • Page 112: Setting Up The Default Properties

    Click the Windows Start button, point to Settings, and then click Printers. Right click the Kyocera Mita FS-1050 KX icon, and click Properties. The Properties dialog box will open. Click the Device Settings tab. In the Device Options list, the Paper Feeder (cassette 1) [printer’s cassette] is selected by default.

  • Page 113: Selecting The Page Description Language

    Click the Windows Start button, point to Settings, and then click Printers. Right click the Kyocera Mita FS-1050 KX icon, and click Properties. The Properties dialog box will open. Click the Device Settings tab. Click the User button. The User Settings dialog box opens.
  • Page 114 Setting Up the Default Properties In the Page Description Language drop down list, select the appropriate one. The available options are: PCL XL, PCL 5e, and KPDL. Click the OK OK button to close the window. 2-18...

  • Page 115: Printing From Windows Applications

    Word document. Select Print from the File menu of Word. The Print dialog box will appear. From the Name drop down list, select Kyocera Mita FS-1050 KX printer if it is not selected. Enter the page range of the document you want to print. To print the whole document, select All.
  • Page 116 Printing from Windows Applications Click the Properties button. The Properties dialog box opens. On the Media tab, select the paper size that matches the paper size of the document from the Page Size drop down list. The printer will automatically switch to the paper source (the paper cassette, MP tray, or the option paper feeder, if installed) so that the correct paper will be used.

  • Page 117: Setting Custom Paper Size

    Printing from Windows Applications 2.3.2 Setting Custom Paper Size This printer can feed non-standard size of paper. The paper cassette can accommodate paper whose sizes are ranging from 148 to 216 mm in width and 210 to 297 mm in length as well as Legal size. Note the MP tray can accommodate paper whose sizes are ranging from 70 to 216 mm in width and 148 to 297 mm in length.
  • Page 118 Printing from Windows Applications Enter the height and width of the custom size in Size. You can select the unit of measurement; inches or millimeters, on the User Settings dialog box to be accessed by clicking the User button on the Device Settings tab.

  • Page 119: Advanced Media Settings

    Printing from Windows Applications 2.3.3 Advanced Media Settings Making the Advanced Media settings allows you to activate the following advanced printer functions. • Cover mode: Adds the front cover and/or the back cover to the document. • Page insert: Inserts a blank or printed page before any page(s) of the document.
  • Page 120 Printing from Windows Applications To print the cover pages on the different paper Display the printer driver’s Properties dialog box from the application software. Click the Settings button on the Media tab. The Advanced Media Settings dialog box opens. Click the Cover Mode check box. 2-24...

  • Page 121: Page Insert

    To print the first page on the cover, click the Print Outside Cover check box. Note that the Print Inside Cover is not applicable for model FS-1050. Select the paper source for the cover(s) from the Source for Cover list box. Note that thick paper, colored paper, etc., should be loaded on the MP tray.
  • Page 122 Printing from Windows Applications To include a separator sheet in the document Display the printer driver’s Properties dialog box from the application software. Click the Settings button on the Media tab. The Advanced Media Settings dialog box opens. Click the Page Insert check box. 2-26...

  • Page 123: Transparency Interleaving

    “5, 11-13, 18.” Select the Print on to Front check box to print on the separators. Note that the Print onto Back is not applicable for model FS-1050. If you check this check box on, each separator sheet is printed with data reflecting its position in the entire print job.
  • Page 124 Printing from Windows Applications To insert sheets between transparencies Display the printer driver’s Properties dialog box from the application software. Select Multi-Purpose Feeder (MP Tray) from the Source list box and Transparency from the Media Type list. Click the Settings button on the Media tab. The Advanced Media Settings dialog box opens.

  • Page 125: Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet

    Printing from Windows Applications Select the source for the backing sheet from the Source for Backing list box, for example Cassette 1. Select Print onto Backing if you want the same data to be printed on the backing sheet as on the transparency. Click the OK button to return to the Print dialog box.
  • Page 126 Printing from Windows Applications To select the relative position of each page printed on the sheet, select an option from the Layout drop down list. Click the OK button to return to the Print dialog box. Click the OK button to start printing. 2-30...

  • Page 127: Changing The Size Of The Document

    Printing from Windows Applications 2.3.5 Changing the Size of the Document When you choose the Scaling option, both the height and width of the page will be scaled according to the percentage selected. The range for the scaling percentage is 20 % to 500 %. Display the printer driver’s Properties dialog box from the application software.

  • Page 128: Printing On Both Sides Of Paper (Manual Duplex)

    Printing from Windows Applications 2.3.6 Printing on Both Sides of Paper (Manual Duplex) You can print on both sides of paper by using the paper cassette, or option paper feeder if installed. When you choose the Print Instructions check box in the Layout tab, either of the following instruction sheets will be printed out at the start of the duplex printing to help you to complete the print job.
  • Page 129 Printing from Windows Applications To print on both sides of paper Display the printer driver’s Properties dialog box from the application software. Select either the printer’s paper cassette or option paper feeder, if installed, from the Source list box. Click the Layout tab. Select the Print on Both Sides (Manual Duplex) check box.
  • Page 130 Printing from Windows Applications To print the instruction sheet, click the Print Instructions check box. Click Flip on Long Edge if you want to bind the output on the long edge. Or, click Flip on Short Edge if you want to bind the output on the short edge.
  • Page 131 Printing from Windows Applications After all the even pages have been printed, take all the printed pages including the instruction sheet out from the output tray and tap the edges of the paper to align the sheets neatly. Set all the sheets including the instruction sheet back into the same paper source with the instruction sheet facing up and the arrows on the sheet pointing toward the printer.

  • Page 132: Changing The Resolution

    Printing from Windows Applications 2.3.7 Changing the Resolution You can set the resolution of the print job. Available options are: High Quality (Fast 1200 mode), Proof (600 dpi), Draft (300 dpi), and Custom. Display the printer driver’s Properties dialog box from the application software.
  • Page 133 Printing from Windows Applications If you want to set Resolution, Kyocera Image Refinement, and EcoPrint individually, choose Custom and click the button next to the Print Quality drop down list. Select the options you need in the Print Quality Settings dialog box. Click the OK button to return to the Print dialog box.

  • Page 134: Adjusting Grayscale

    Printing from Windows Applications 2.3.8 Adjusting Grayscale You can adjust the appearance of the graphic images of your printed job by using the options under Grayscale Adjustment. The Grayscale Adjustment options are useful if the printed graphic images are too light, too gray, or too dark.

  • Page 135: Truetype Fonts

    Printing from Windows Applications 2.3.9 TrueType Fonts You can specify how TrueType fonts will be sent to the printer. Also you can substitute a certain font in your document with a specified font. The selected method will affect the speed at which your print job is produced and may resolve some font printing issues.
  • Page 136 Printing from Windows Applications If you want to substitute a font with a specified font, click Substitute with Device fonts, click the Font Substitution button to open the Font Substitution dialog box. In the System Fonts box, select the font in your document. In the Available Device Fonts box, select the font to substitute.

  • Page 137: Chapter 3 Maintenance

    Maintenance Chapter 3 This chapter explains how to replace the toner container and how to clean parts such as the registration roller and charger wire. This chapter explains the following topics: • • • • Toner Container Replacement Toner Container Replacement Toner Container Replacement Toner Container Replacement •...

  • Page 138: Toner Container Replacement

    Be sure to clean the inside of the printer when replacing the toner Note container. For details, see section 3.2 Cleaning on page 3-6. • Use of original Kyocera Mita toner kits is highly recommended to prevent printer trouble and ensure the long life of the printer.

  • Page 139: Replenishing Toner

    Toner Container Replacement 3.1.2 Replenishing Toner Open the printer’s top cover. Top Cover Pull lock lever #1 to the release (UNLOCK) position, then pull lock lever #2 to the release (right) position. Lock Lever #2 Lock Lever #1 Gently remove the old toner container. Put it in the supplied plastic bag and dispose of it.
  • Page 140 Toner Container Replacement Take the new toner container from the bag. Hold it with the protective seal (orange-colored) facing up. Shake the toner container horizontally at least 5 times. This ensures that the toner is evenly distributed inside. New Toner Container Carefully remove the protective seal (orange-colored).
  • Page 141 Toner Container Replacement While pushing down on the toner container, push lock lever #1 to the lock (LOCK) position. (Lock lever #2 is automatically locked.) Lock Lever #1 After the toner container replacement is finished, reset the toner counter. Resetting the Remaining Toner Counter on page 1-75.

  • Page 142: Cleaning

    Cleaning Cleaning To avoid print quality problems, the interior of the printer must be cleaned with every toner container replacement. Cleaning should be done from time to time to avoid print quality problems. Note 3.2.1 Printer Interior To avoid print quality problems due to paper dust and debris, clean the interior of the printer in the following manner.
  • Page 143 Cleaning Never stand the process unit on end. Note Use the supplied wiper cloth to clean dust and dirt away from the registration roller (metal). Transfer Roller Registration Roller While cleaning, be careful to avoid touching the transfer roller (the black roller).
  • Page 144 Cleaning If the charger cleaner knob is not restored to its home position (marked CLEANER HOME POSITION ), a black band will print along the length of the page the next time you use the printer. Note After cleaning is done, put the process unit back in the printer. To do so, carefully align the guides at both ends of the process unit with the slots in the printer.

  • Page 145: Chapter 4 Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Chapter 4 This chapter explains how to handle printer problems that may occur. If a problem cannot be corrected, contact your Kyocera Mita dealer. This chapter explains the following topics: • • • • General Guide General Guide General Guide General Guide •...

  • Page 146: General Guide

    Try printing another file or using another software. print command. If the problem occurs only with a specific file or application, check the printer settings for that application. If the problem persists after checking and applying the corrective measures above, please contact your Kyocera Mita dealer.
  • Page 147 Printed Results Corrective Measures Corrective Measures Corrective Measures Corrective Measures All-black printout Contact your Kyocera Mita dealer. Contact your Kyocera Mita dealer. Contact your Kyocera Mita dealer. Contact your Kyocera Mita dealer. Dropouts, horizontal streaks, stray dots Clean the charger wire.
  • Page 148 Print Quality Problems Printed Results Printed Results Corrective Measures Corrective Measures Printed Results Printed Results Corrective Measures Corrective Measures Faint or blurred printing Check the EcoPrint setting. Check the EcoPrint setting. Check the EcoPrint setting. Check the EcoPrint setting. If EcoPrint is On, switch it Off from the operator panel. EcoPrint EcoPrint EcoPrint...

  • Page 149: Print Quality Problems

    Print Quality Problems Printed Results Printed Results Corrective Measures Corrective Measures Printed Results Printed Results Corrective Measures Corrective Measures Text is positioned incorrectly. Check the file or program. Check the file or program. Check the file or program. Check the file or program. Check whether the problem is being caused by a PRESCRIBE command error.

  • Page 150: Indicators And Messages

    Indicators and Messages Indicators and Messages The following tables contain information about how to respond to problems indicated by the operator panel indicators and messages. 4.3.1 Indicators Indicator Indicator Indicator Indicator Name Name Name Name Condition Condition Condition Condition Description Description Description Description...

  • Page 151: Maintenance Messages

    4.3.2 Maintenance Messages The following table contains maintenance messages that you can deal with by yourself. If Call service or Call service person appears, turn the printer off, disconnect the power cord and contact your Kyocera Mita dealer. Message Message...
  • Page 152 The ATTENTION indicator flashes. The waste toner reservoir in the process unit is Warning waste almost full. The waste toner reservoir will become full and the printer will stop toner box printing. Contact your Kyocera Mita dealer.

  • Page 153: Errors Messages

    Indicators and Messages 4.3.3 Errors Messages The following table lists error messages that can be dealt with by the user. Message Message Message Message Corrective Action Corrective Action Corrective Action Corrective Action The ATTENTION indicator is on and and the READY indicator flashes. Indicates that File not found the specified file is not found.
  • Page 154 Indicators and Messages Message Message Corrective Action Corrective Action Message Message Corrective Action Corrective Action The ATTENTION indicator is on and the READY indicator flashes. Indicates a RAM disk error ## problem with the RAM disk. Indicates that the data transferred to the printer was too Press GO complex to print on a page.

  • Page 155: Correcting A Paper Jam

    Correcting a Paper Jam Correcting a Paper Jam This section describes how to remove paper when it jams in the printer. The printer will stop whenever paper jams in the printer or paper is not fed from a paper cassette. The printer will go offline and Paper jam message will be displayed.

  • Page 156: Jam At The Paper Cassette

    Correcting a Paper Jam 4.4.2 Jam at the Paper Cassette Pull out the paper cassette and remove any partially fed paper, then re- close the paper cassette. Open and close the printer’s top cover to clear the error. The printer then automatically warms up and resumes printing. Follow the same steps for clearing the jammed paper at the option paper feeder’s paper cassette.
  • Page 157 Correcting a Paper Jam Remove the process unit from the printer as shown in the figure. Process Unit Remove the jammed paper from the printer as shown in the figure. When the jammed paper appears to be pinched by rollers, pull it along the normal paper running direction.

  • Page 158: Chapter 5 Paper Selection

    Paper Selection Chapter 5 This chapter explains the following topics: • • • • General Guidelines General Guidelines General Guidelines General Guidelines • • • • Selecting the Right Paper Selecting the Right Paper Selecting the Right Paper Selecting the Right Paper •...

  • Page 159: General Guidelines

    General Guidelines General Guidelines The printer is designed to print on high-quality copier bond paper (the kind used in ordinary dry copier machines), but it can also accept a variety of other types of paper within the limits specified below. The manufacturer assumes no liability for problems that occur when paper not satisfying these requirements is used.

  • Page 160: Selecting The Right Paper

    Selecting the Right Paper Selecting the Right Paper Laser printing is a process involving laser light, electrostatic discharge, toner, and heat. In addition, as the paper passes through the printer it undergoes considerable sliding, bending, and twisting motions. A high- quality printing paper matching the printer’s requirements withstands all these stresses, enabling the printer to turn out clean, crisp printed copies consistently.

  • Page 161: Paper Size

    Selecting the Right Paper Paper Size Cassettes and an MP tray are available for the paper sizes listed in Table 5.2 Table 5.2 Table 5.2 Table 5.2 . The dimensional tolerances are ±0.7 mm (±0.0276 inches) for the length and width. The angle at the corners must be 90° ±0.2°. Table 5.2 Paper Sizes for Paper Feeding Multi-Purpose tray Multi-Purpose tray...

  • Page 162: Moisture Content

    Selecting the Right Paper Thickness (Caliper) Thick paper is referred to as high-caliper paper and thin paper as low- caliper paper. The paper used with the printer should be neither extremely thick nor extremely thin. If you are having problems with paper jams, multiple feeds, and faint printing, the paper you are using may be too thin.
  • Page 163 Selecting the Right Paper Other Paper Properties Porosity: Porosity: Porosity: Porosity: Refers to the density of the paper structure; that is, to how openly or compactly the fibers are bonded. Stiffness: Stiffness: Stiffness: Stiffness: Limp paper can buckle inside the printer, while paper that is too stiff may bind.

  • Page 164: Special Paper

    Special Paper Special Paper The following types of special paper can be used: • Transparency (overhead projection film) • Adhesive-backed label paper • Envelopes • Colored paper • Preprinted paper • Recycled paper Use paper that is sold specifically for use with copiers (heat-fusing type). Transparency, label paper, and envelopes should not be placed in the paper cassette;...

  • Page 165: Adhesive-Backed Labels

    Special Paper 5.3.2 Adhesive-Backed Labels The basic rule for printing on adhesive labels is that the adhesive must never come into contact with any part of the printer. Adhesive paper sticking to the drum or rollers will damage the printer. Label paper must be manually fed.

  • Page 166: Colored Paper

    Special Paper Table 5.4 Table 5.4 Table 5.4 Table 5.4 lists the specifications for adhesive label paper. Table 5.4 Adhesive Label Specifications Item Item Specification Specification Item Item Specification Specification Weight of top sheet 44 to 74 g/m (12 to 20 lb/ream) Composite weight 104 to 151 g/m (28 to 40 lb/ream)

  • Page 167: Recycled Paper

    Special Paper Recycled Paper Select recycled paper that meets the same specifications as the white bond Table 5.1 Table 5.1 paper (see Table 5.1 Table 5.1 on page ) except whiteness. Before purchasing recycled paper, test a sample on the printer and check that the printing quality is satisfactory.

  • Page 168: Paper Type

    Paper Type Paper Type The printer is capable of printing under the optimum setting for the type of paper being used. Setting the paper type for the paper source from the printer’s operator panel will cause the printer to automatically select the paper source and print in the mode best suited to that type of paper.

  • Page 169: Appendix A Fonts

    Fonts Appendix A This chapter describes the types of fonts you can use with the printer. This appendix explains the following topics: • • • • Internal Fonts Internal Fonts Internal Fonts Internal Fonts • • • • List of Fonts List of Fonts List of Fonts List of Fonts...

  • Page 170: Internal Fonts

    Internal Fonts A.1 Internal Fonts A font is a set of characters of a particular design. The design is referred to as a typeface. Several characteristics identify a font. These include the code Programming Manual Programming Manual Programming Manual Programming Manual set (for details on code sets, please read the provided on the CD-ROM supplied with the printer), spacing, pitch, height, style,...

  • Page 171: List Of Fonts

    List of Fonts A.2 List of Fonts This section contains a full list of the printer’s internal fonts. You can print the same font list from the printer by using the operator panel. See Printing a List of Fonts Printing a List of Fonts Printing a List of Fonts Printing a List of Fonts 1-36...
  • Page 172 List of Fonts Font number Font samples...
  • Page 173 List of Fonts Font number Font samples...
  • Page 174 List of Fonts Font KPDL Fonts ( 1 )
  • Page 175 List of Fonts Font KPDL Fonts ( 2 )

  • Page 176: Appendix B Options

    Options Appendix B This appendix explains available options, how to expand the printer’s memory, and also how to install the memory card and the network interface card. • • • • Available Options Available Options Available Options Available Options • • • • Expansion Memory Installation Expansion Memory Installation Expansion Memory Installation...

  • Page 177: Available Options

    IB-10E Serial Interface Board Kit Network Interface Card Contact your Kyocera Mita dealer for information on purchasing the network interface card that is best suited for use with this printer. Only network interface cards operating on DC 3.3 V can be used in this printer.

  • Page 178: Expansion Memory Installation

    This appendix begins by explaining how to install a DIMM (dual in-line memory module) on the main circuit board. The FS-1050 comes supplied with 16 MB of memory installed. A slot is provided for expanding the memory in your printer so that more complex printing can be done, as well as increasing the printing speed.
  • Page 179 Expansion Memory Installation DIMM to be used Contact your Kyocera Mita dealer for information on purchasing the DIMM that are best suited for use with this printer. Either an 8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB, or 128 MB DIMM can be used for memory expansion.
  • Page 180 Expansion Memory Installation After removing the side cover, you can see the DIMM socket on top of the main circuit board. DIMM socket Remove the DIMM from its package. Open the clips on both ends of the DIMM socket. Clips Insert the DIMM into the DIMM socket so that the notches on the DIMM align with the corresponding protrusions in the slot.
  • Page 181 Expansion Memory Installation Close the clips on the DIMM slot to secure the DIMM. When you have finished installing the DIMM, replace the side cover and fasten it with the screw. To remove a DIMM: To remove a DIMM: To remove a DIMM: To remove a DIMM: Remove the side cover as shown in steps 1 to 3 on page , then carefully...

  • Page 182: Setting The Printer Driver

    Click the Windows Start button, point to Settings then click Printers. Right click the Kyocera Mita FS-1050 KX icon, and click Properties. The Properties dialog box will open. Click the Device Settings tab. Enter the total memory size installed to the printer (up to 144 MB)

  • Page 183: Memory (Compactflash) Card

    The presence of this data in the printer memory can be confirmed on the status page printout. For details of available memory cards, contact your Kyocera Mita dealer. Turn off the printer. Never insert or remove a memory card while the printer power is on.
  • Page 184 Memory (CompactFlash) Card If the Network Interface Card or the Serial Interface Board is installed Remove the two screws from the network interface card or the serial interface board and remove it. Network Interface Card or Serial Interface Board Screws Insert the memory card in the slot.

  • Page 185: Network Interface Card

    Network Interface Card Network Interface Card If the serial interface board kit is installed, remove it to use the network interface card. Note Insert the option network interface card into the option interface slot at the rear of the printer. The network interface card enables the printer to be used in a network.

  • Page 186: Appendix C Host Computer Interface

    Host Computer Appendix C Interface This appendix describes the signals used in the laser printer’s parallel and RS-232C/RS-422A interfaces. It also lists pin assignments, signal functions, timings, connector specifications, and voltage levels. The RS-232C/RS-422A protocols are also covered. Finally, it explains how to use the printer in a multi-computer environment.

  • Page 187: Parallel Interface Communication Modes

    Parallel Interface Parallel Interface C.1.1 Parallel Interface Communication Modes The printer features fast data transmission on the parallel interface. The parallel interface mode can be activated from the operator panel. Use a parallel printer cable that complies with the IEEE1284 standard. Note Auto [default] Auto [default]...
  • Page 188 Parallel Interface In/out In/out Description Description In/out In/out Description Description Data 3 [Data 4] Data 4 [Data 5] Data 5 [Data 6] Data 6 [Data 7] Data 7 [Data 8] Acknowledge* [nAck] Busy [Busy] Paper Empty [PError] Online (Select) [Select] Ignored [nAutoFd] Not connected 0V DC...
  • Page 189 Parallel Interface Data 0 [1] to Data 7 [8] (Pins 2 to 9) Data 0 [1] to Data 7 [8] (Pins 2 to 9) Data 0 [1] to Data 7 [8] (Pins 2 to 9) Data 0 [1] to Data 7 [8] (Pins 2 to 9) These eight signals form the data byte sent from the host computer to the printer.

  • Page 190: Usb Interface

    USB Interface USB Interface This printer supports the USB (Universal Serial Bus) Revision 1.1 standards. USB interface specifications and interface signals are as follows. C.2.1 Specifications Basic specification Complies with the USB Revision 1.1 standards. Connectors Printer: B-type receptacle (female) with upstream port Cable: B-type plug (male) Cable Use shielded cable that complies with the USB Revision 1.1 standards and...

  • Page 191: Serial Interface (Option

    Serial Interface (Option) Serial Interface (Option) Installing the optional serial interface board kit (IB-10E) in the printer enables connection to a computer with an RS-232C or RS-422A standard serial interface. C.3.1 RS-232C Interface Interface Signals The pins of the printer’s RS-232C interface connector carry the signals Table C.3 Table C.3 Table C.3...

  • Page 192: Rs-422A Interface

    (or similar device) equipped with an RS-422A serial interface. Changing of the jumper connector should be carried out only by a Kyocera Mita authorized dealer or Kyocera Mita certified technician. Kyocera Mita shall not be liable for damage due to improper changing of Note the jumper connector.
  • Page 193 Serial Interface (Option) Overview of Signals (RS-422A) FG - Frame Ground - (Pin 1) FG - Frame Ground - (Pin 1) FG - Frame Ground - (Pin 1) FG - Frame Ground - (Pin 1) This pin is connected directly to the printer frame. SG - Signal Ground - (Pin 7) SG - Signal Ground - (Pin 7) SG - Signal Ground - (Pin 7)

  • Page 194: Rs-232C/Rs-422A Protocol

    RS-232C/RS-422A Protocol RS-232C/RS-422A Protocol A protocol is a set of rules the computer follows in sending data to the printer. The RS-232C/RS-422A parameters are stored in battery backed-up memory. They are indicated on the status printout. They can be changed by Programming Programming the FRPO (firmware reprogram) command described in the...

  • Page 195: Prescribe Frpo D0 Command

    RS-232C/RS-422A Protocol H5: Protocol logic H5: Protocol logic H5: Protocol logic H5: Protocol logic Parameter value Parameter value Parameter value Parameter value Meaning Meaning Meaning Meaning Combination of 1 and 3 below DTR/DSR, positive logic DTR/DSR, negative logic XON/XOFF ETX/ACK XON/XOFF recognized only as protocol The factory setting is 0.

  • Page 196: Rs-232C Cable Connection

    RS-232C Cable Connection RS-232C Cable Connection C.5.1 Obtain a Suitable RS-232C Cable Make sure that the RS-232C cable is wired correctly. The cable must be a null modem cable; that is, one in which pin 2 on either end of the cable is connected to pin 3 on the other end.
  • Page 197 RS-232C Cable Connection With Windows 95/98/Me, make settings as follows: Click on Start button in the Windows 95/98/Me Task Bar and align the cursor with Settings, then click on Control Panel from among the items displayed. The control panel folder opens. Double click on System. System Properties opens.
  • Page 198 RS-232C Cable Connection In DOS, enter the following commands: C:\>MODE COM1:96,N,8,1,P C:\>MODE LPT1:=COM1 To test the interface, enter the following: CTRL P C:\>DIR CTRL P The software settings made using the above procedures are temporary. On most computers, permanent settings must be made with DIP switches. C-13...

  • Page 199: Appendix D Printer Specifications

    Printer Specifications Appendix D...

  • Page 200: Printer Specifications

    Printer Specifications Printer Specifications Item Item Item Item Description Description Description Description Printing method Printing method Printing method Printing method Electrophotography, laser scan Printing speed Printing speed 14 pages/minute (A4 size/Plain) Printing speed Printing speed 15 pages/minute (Letter size/Plain) When printing multiple copies of the same page Resolution Resolution Resolution...
  • Page 201 Printer Specifications Item Item Description Description Item Item Description Description Power requirements Power requirements Power requirements Power requirements 220 to 240 V , 50 Hz/60 Hz, max. 3.8 A Max. allowable voltage fluctuation: ±10% Max. allowable frequency fluctuation: ±2% Power consumption Power consumption Max.: 818 W Power consumption...

  • Page 202: Appendix E Glossary

    Glossary Appendix E...

  • Page 203: Cassette Mode

    16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB, or 128 MB Language) DIMM (Dual Inline Memory Module). Contact your Kyocera Mita dealer to purchase the DIMM This is Kyocera Mita’s version of Adobe that is best suited for use with this printer.

  • Page 204: Prescribe Commands

    MP tray PRESCRIBE commands This is an abbreviation for Multi-Purpose tray. This is the Kyocera Mita page printer control The MP tray is used instead of the cassette when language installed on Kyocera Mita printers. printing on envelopes, postcards, transparency PRESCRIBE commands enable most print sheets, and labels.
  • Page 205 Glossary Status page This lists printer conditions, such as the printer’s memory, the total number of copies printed, and paper source settings. You can print the status page from the operator panel. USB (Universal Serial Bus) An interface standard for tow to middle speed serial interfaces.

  • Page 206: Index

    Index Index-1...
  • Page 207 Automatic manual feeding 1-39 orientation KM-NET VIEWER 1-40 page protect 1-28 , 2-17 , E-2 KPDL 1-38 page set Kyocera Mita Digital Library paper size indicator 2-2 , E-2 CD-ROM Cassette size 1-62 paper type indicator 1-65 Cassette type 1-44...
  • Page 208 Index 1-2 , 1-17 , C-2 , Parallel interface protective seal replacement communication modes toner container pin assignment wiper cloth transmission mode Top cover 1-50 3-7 , 4-4 Partition Transfer roller viii 2-27 , 5-7 PDF417 Transparency Power requirements Troubleshooting viii , PRESCRIBE command error messages...
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