Gestetner DSc525 Operating Instructions Manual

Gestetner DSc525 Operating Instructions Manual

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Read this manual carefully before you use this machine and keep it handy for future reference. For safe and correct use, be sure to read the
Safety Information in this manual before using the machine.
Getting Started
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Entering Text
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Appendix
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Operating Instructions

About This Machine

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Read this manual carefully before you use this machine and keep it handy for future reference. For safe and correct use, be sure to read the Safety Information in this manual before using the machine. About This Machine Getting Started Entering Text Appendix Operating Instructions...
  • Page 2 The model names of the machines do not appear in the following pages. Check the type of your ma- chine before reading this manual. (For details, see p.11 “Machine Types”.) Type 1: C2525/C2525g/DSc525/DSc525g/LD425c/Aficio MP C2500/Aficio MP C2500G • Type 2: C3030/C3030g/DSc530/DSc530g/LD430c/Aficio MP C3000/Aficio MP C3000G •...
  • Page 3 In accordance with IEC 60417, this machine uses the following symbols for the main power switch: a means POWER ON. b means POWER OFF. c means STAND BY. Trademarks ® ® Microsoft , Windows and Windows NT United States and/or other countries. ®...
  • Page 4: Manuals For This Machine

    Also refer to this manual for the procedures for registering administrators, as well as setting user and administrator authentication. ❖ Copy/ Document Server Reference Explains Copier and Document Server functions and operations. Also refer to this manual for explanations on how to place originals. ❖ Facsimile Reference Explains Facsimile functions and operations.
  • Page 5 ❖ Other manuals • PostScript3 Supplement • UNIX Supplement • Manuals for DeskTopBinder Lite • DeskTopBinder Lite Setup Guide • DeskTopBinder Introduction Guide • Auto Document Link Guide Note ❒ Manuals provided are specific to machine types. ❒ Adobe Acrobat Reader/Adobe Reader must be installed in order to view the manuals as PDF files.
  • Page 6: What You Can Do With This Machine

    ❒ For details about options, see “Options”. Reference p.15 “Options” Copier, Facsimile, Printer, and Scanner Functions This machine provides copier, facsimile (optional), printer, and scanner func- tions. • You can make copies of originals. With a finisher (optional), you can staple copies. See Copy Reference.
  • Page 7: Utilizing Stored Documents

    • You can also retrieve stored documents scanned in printer or scanner mode. For details, see Printer Reference, and Scanner Reference. • You can retrieve files scanned under the copier function. For details, see Scanner Reference. • For more information about machine's settings, see “Network Settings”, Gen- eral Settings Guide.
  • Page 8: Paperless Fax Transmission And Reception

    Paperless Fax Transmission and Reception You can store received fax messages on the machine's hard disk, instead of print- ing them onto paper. Reception You can store received fax documents in electrical format without printing it onto paper. • You can use DeskTopBinder (optional) or a Web Image Monitor to check, print, delete, retrieve, or download documents using your computer (Storing received documents).
  • Page 9: Fax Transmission And Reception Through The Internet

    Fax Transmission and Reception Through the Internet You can send fax documents via e-mail by specifying the recipient's e-mail ad- dress (Internet Fax Transmission). You can receive sent documents via Internet Fax, or from computers (Internet Fax Reception). You can send fax documents by specifying IP-fax destination using IP addresses (IP-Fax Transmission).
  • Page 10: Using The Scanner In A Network Environment

    Using the Scanner in a Network Environment You can use a scanner over the network. • You can send scan files to a specified destination using e-mail (Sending scan file by e-mail). See “Sending Scan Files by E-mail”, Scanner Reference. •...
  • Page 11: Administrating The Machine/Protecting Documents (Security Functions)

    Administrating the Machine/Protecting Documents (Security Functions) You can prevent information leakage by managing the machine and protecting documents. • You can protect documents from unauthorized access and stop them from be- ing copied without permission. See Security Reference. • You can control the use of the machine, as well as prevent machine settings from being changed without authorization.
  • Page 12: Monitoring The Machine Via Computer

    Monitoring the Machine Via Computer You can monitor machine status and change settings using a computer. • Using SmartDeviceMonitor for Admin, SmartDeviceMonitor for Client, or a Web Image Monitor, you can use a computer to view the machine's status, such as to check on paper quantities, or misfeeds, etc. See General Settings Guide.
  • Page 13: Preventing An Unauthorized Copy

    • Using the printer driver, you can embed text in the printed document for un- authorized copy prevention. If the document is copied, scanned, or stored in a Document Server by a copier or multifunction printer, the embedded text appears conspicuous in the copy, discouraging such unauthorized copying.
  • Page 14: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Manuals for This Machine ... i What You Can Do with This Machine... iii Copier, Facsimile, Printer, and Scanner Functions... iii Utilizing Stored Documents... iv Paperless Fax Transmission and Reception... v Fax Transmission and Reception Through the Internet ... vi Using the Scanner in a Network Environment ...
  • Page 15 2. Entering Text Entering Text ... 31 Available Characters ...31 Keys ...31 How to Enter Text ...32 3. Appendix Dos and Don'ts...35 Saving Color Copies ...36 Software and Utilities Included on the CD-ROM ...37 Viewing the contents of the CD-ROM ...38 Printer Drivers for This Printer...38 TWAIN Driver ...40 LAN-Fax Driver ...41...
  • Page 16: Notice

    Caution: Network cable with a ferrite core must be used for RF interference suppression. Declaration of Conformity Product Name:Copy Machine+(Printer Controller) Model Number: C2525/DSc525/LD425c/Aficio MP C2500 C2525g/DSc525g/Aficio MP C2500G C3030/DSc530/LD430c/Aficio MP C3000 C3030g/DSc530g/Aficio MP C3000G Responsible party: Ricoh Corporation Address: 5 Dedrick Place, West Caldwell, NJ 07006 Telephone number: 973-882-2000 This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules.
  • Page 17 Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note to users in Canada Note: This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Remarque concernant les utilisateurs au Canada Avertissement: Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à...
  • Page 18: How To Read This Manual

    How to Read This Manual Symbols This manual uses the following symbols: Indicates important safety notes. Ignoring these notes could result in serious injury or death. Be sure to read these notes. They can be found in the “Safety Information” section of this manual. Indicates important safety notes.
  • Page 19: Safety Information

    Safety Information When using this machine, the following safety precautions should always be fol- lowed. Safety During Operation In this manual, the following important symbols are used: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed, could result in death or serious injury.
  • Page 20 R WARNING: • Disconnect the power plug (by pulling the plug, not the cable) if the power cable or plug becomes frayed or otherwise damaged. • To avoid hazardous electric shock or laser radiation exposure, do not remove any covers or screws other than those specified in this man- ual.
  • Page 21 R CAUTION: • Protect the machine from dampness or wet weather, such as rain and snow. • Before moving the machine, be sure to disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet. Damaged power cords are a fire and electric shock hazard. •...
  • Page 22 R CAUTION: • During operation, rollers for transporting the paper and originals revolve. A safety device is being installed so that the machine can be operated safely. But take care not to touch the machine during operation. An injury might oc- cur.
  • Page 23: Positions Of Warning And Caution Labels

    Positions of WARNING and CAUTION labels This machine has labels for RWARNING and RCAUTION at the positions shown below. For safety, please follow the instructions and handle the machine as indicated. AMF052S...
  • Page 24 AMF087S AMF088S...
  • Page 25: Energy Star Program

    Mode, but if you wish to make copies press the {Energy Saver} key first. • Off mode (for models equipped with the copier function only) If the machine is left idle for a specific time (default: 60 minutes), it is auto- matically switched off by Auto Off mode.
  • Page 26: Recycled Paper

    ❖ Duplex Priority The ENERGY STAR Program recommends the duplex function. This function is less of a burden to the environment. For applicable machines, duplex func- tion (one-sided originals→ two-sided copies) can be selected preferentially when the Operation switch or {Clear Modes} key is pressed, or the machine re- sets automatically.
  • Page 28: Getting Started

    This section describes how to start using this machine. Guide to Components This section introduces the names and functions of the components. Auto Document Feeder (ADF) (The illustration shows the ADF.) If you load a stack of originals in the auto- document feeder (ADF), the ADF will au- tomatically feed the originals one by one.
  • Page 29 Getting Started Bypass Tray Use when copying onto OHP transparen- cies, adhesive labels, translucent paper, postcards, and custom size paper. Reference p.17 “Control Panel” p.27 “Turning On the Power” AMF014S Extender Pull this extender out when loading sheets larger than A4L in the bypass tray.
  • Page 30: Options

    Options This section introduces the names and functions of main optional parts. External Options This section provides explanations about external options. Internal Tray 2 If you select this as the output tray, cop- ied paper will be delivered here face down.
  • Page 31 Getting Started Internal Options This section describes the options that can be installed in the machine. • Fax unit Allows you to use the fax function. • Extra G3 Interface Unit This lets you add a G3 fax line. • PictBridge card This lets you directly print photographs taken with a PictBridge -compatible digital camera.
  • Page 32: Control Panel

    {Program} key (copier, facsimile, and scanner mode) Press to register frequently used settings, or to recall registered settings. {Interrupt} key (copier and scanner mode) Press to make interrupt copies during copying or scanning. See “Interrupt Copy”, Copy/ Document Server Refer- ence.
  • Page 33 Getting Started {Login/Logout} key Press this to log in or log out. {Simplified Display} key Press this to switch to the Simplified Dis- play. {Sample Copy} key Press to make a single set of copies or prints to check print quality before mak- ing multiple sets.
  • Page 34: Display

    Display The display panel shows machine status, error messages, and function menus. The function items displayed serve as selector keys. You can select or specify an item by lightly pressing them. When you select or specify an item on the display panel, it is highlighted like .
  • Page 35 This does not work on the default screens of the respective function. Note ❒ Press the {Simplified Display} key again to return to the copier function's de- fault screen. ❒ Simplified displays do not contain every available key. AMG057S...
  • Page 36: When The Authentication Screen Is Displayed

    When the Authentication Screen is Displayed When Basic Authentication, Windows Authentication, LDAP Authentication, or Integration Server Authentication is enabled, the Authentication Screen appears on the screen. The machine only becomes operable after entering your own log- ging user name and logging password. If user code authentication is enabled, you cannot use the machine until you enter the user code.
  • Page 37: User Code Authentication (Using A Printer Driver)

    Getting Started User Code Authentication (Using a Printer Driver) When user authentication is set, specify the user code in the printer properties of the printer driver. For details, see the printer driver Help. Login (Using the Control Panel) Follow the procedure below to log on when Basic Authentication, Windows Au- thentication, LDAP Authentication, or Integration Server Authentication is set.
  • Page 38: Log Off (Using The Control Panel)

    Log Off (Using the Control Panel) Follow the procedure below to log off when Basic Authentication, Windows Au- thentication, or LDAP Authentication is set. Press the {Login/Logout} key. Press [Yes]. Login (Using a Printer Driver) When Basic Authentication, Windows Authentication, or LDAP Authentication is set, make encryption settings in the printer properties of the printer driver, and then specify a login user name and password.
  • Page 39: Login (Using Web Image Monitor)

    Getting Started Login (Using Web Image Monitor) This section explains how to log onto the machine via Web Image Monitor. Click [Login]. Enter a login user name and password, and then click [Login]. Note ❒ For user code authentication, enter a user code in [User Name], and then click [OK].
  • Page 40: Changing Modes

    Changing Modes Note ❒ You cannot switch modes in any of the following situations: • When scanning in a fax message for transmission • During immediate transmission • When accessing User Tools • During interrupt copying • During On hook dialing for fax transmission •...
  • Page 41: System Reset

    Getting Started System Reset The machine returns automatically to its initial condition when the job is fin- ished, after a certain period of time has elapsed. This function is called “System Reset”. See “General Features”, General Settings Guide. You can change the System Reset time. See “Timer Settings”, General Settings Guide.
  • Page 42: Turning On The Power

    Turning On the Power This section discusses how to turn on/off the power. ❖ Operation switch This machine has two power switches: Operation switch and main power switch. • Operation switch (right side of the control panel) Press to activate the machine. When the machine has finished warming up, you can make copies.
  • Page 43: Turning On The Power

    Getting Started Turning On the Power Turn on the power as follows: Press the operation switch. The On indicator goes on. Note ❒ If the power does not come on when the Operation switch is pressed, check the main power switch is on. If it is off, turn it on Turning Off the Power Turn off the power as follows: Make sure the exposure glass cover and the ADF is in the right position.
  • Page 44: Turning Off The Main Power

    Turning Off the Main Power Turn off the main power as follows: Important ❒ Do not turn off the main power switch when the On indicator is lit or blink- ing. Doing so may result in damage to the hard disk or memory. ❒...
  • Page 45: Saving Energy

    Getting Started Saving Energy This machine has the following two energy saving functions. ❖ Energy Saver If you do not use the machine for a certain period after an operation, or when you press the {Energy Saver} key, the display disappears and the machine goes into Energy Saver mode.
  • Page 46: Entering Text

    2. Entering Text This section describes how to enter characters. Entering Text When you enter a character, it appears at the position of the cursor. If there is a character already at the cursor position, the entered character appears before that.
  • Page 47: How To Enter Text

    Entering Text Note ❒ When entering uppercase or lowercase letters continuously, use [Shift Lock] to lock the case. How to Enter Text This section explains text entry more specifically. Press [Shift] to switch between uppercase and lowercase. Press the letters you want to enter. Entering Symbols Press [Symbol Entry] to enter into the Symbols mode.
  • Page 48 Selecting a User Text You can select and use a User Text that is registered in [Program / Change User Text]. For details about registering User Texts, see “General Features”, General Set- tings Guide. Press [User Text]. Select the User Text you want to use. Reference “General Features”...
  • Page 49 Entering Text...
  • Page 50: Appendix

    This section describes Dos and Don'ts and copy paper. Dos and Don'ts The following items should be followed during use of this machine. R CAUTION: • Keep the machine away from flammable liquids, gases, and aerosols. A fire or an electric shock might occur. R CAUTION: •...
  • Page 51: Saving Color Copies

    Appendix ❒ Depending on the ambient temperature and humidity, steam may come from the exhaust vent behind the control panel during printing. This is water va- pour from the paper, not a sign of malfunction. ❒ If condensation forms inside the machine as a result of temperature change, the machine may not print properly.
  • Page 52: Software And Utilities Included On The Cd-Rom

    Software and Utilities Included on the CD- Three CD-ROMs come with this machine: “Printer Drivers and Utilities”, “Scan- ner/PostScript Drivers and Utilities”, and “Manuals”. PS Driver is stored in “Scanner/PostScript Drivers and Utilities”. In “Manuals”, manuals are stored in PDF format. The following are included in the three separate CD-ROMs: ❖...
  • Page 53: Viewing The Contents Of The Cd-Rom

    Appendix Viewing the contents of the CD-ROM Follow the procedure below to view the contents of the CD-ROMs. Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. The installer starts. Click [Browse This CD-ROM]. Explorer starts and displays the contents of the CD-ROM. Printer Drivers for This Printer Printing requires installation of a printer driver for your operating system.
  • Page 54 The Adobe PostScript 3 printer drivers and PostScript Printer Description (PPD) files are included on the CD-ROM labeled “Printer Drivers and Utilities”. The PostScript Printer Description (PPD) files are included on the CD-ROM labeled “Printer Drivers and Utilities”. The Adobe PostScript Printer Description (PPD) installer is included on the CD- ROM labeled “Printer Drivers and Utilities”.
  • Page 55: Twain Driver

    Appendix TWAIN Driver This section describes the file path to and system requirements of the TWAIN driver. This driver is required to scan an original using a scanner. To use the machine as a network TWAIN scanner, this driver must be installed. ❖...
  • Page 56: Lan-Fax Driver

    LAN-Fax Driver This driver allows you to use LAN-Fax functions. ❖ File path The following folders are on the CD-ROM labeled “Scanner/PostScript Driv- ers and Utilities”: • LAN-Fax Driver for Windows 98/Me \DRIVERS\LAN-FAX\WIN9X_ME • LAN-Fax Driver for Windows NT 4.0 \DRIVERS\LAN-FAX\NT4 •...
  • Page 57: Desktopbinder Lite

    Appendix DeskTopBinder Lite This section explains the file path and system requirements of DeskTopBinder Lite. DeskTopBinder is to be installed on the client computers for integration and management of various kinds of files such as scan files, files created with appli- cations, and existing scan files.
  • Page 58: Smartdevicemonitor For Admin

    SmartDeviceMonitor for Admin SmartDeviceMonitor for Admin is an application that uses TCP/IP and IPX/SPX to monitor network printers. It can monitor multiple network printers using IP address. We recommend that network administrators use this applica- tion. ❖ File path SmartDeviceMonitor for Admin is stored in the following folder in the CD- ROM labeled “Printer Drivers and Utilities”: NETWORK\DEVMON\ADMIN\DISK1 Operating system...
  • Page 59: Desktopbinder-Smartdevicemonitor For Client

    Appendix DeskTopBinder-SmartDeviceMonitor for Client DeskTopBinder-SmartDeviceMonitor for Client allows you to manage and print various data such as files created with an application, images scanned with a scanner, and existing images as one document. ❖ File path DeskTopBinder-SmartDeviceMonitor for Client is stored in the following folder on the CD-ROM labeled “Printer Drivers and Utilities”: NETWORK\DEVMON\CLIENT\DISK1 ❖...
  • Page 60: Installing The Operating Instructions

    Installing the Operating Instructions The supplied “Manuals” CD-ROM contains HTML-format manuals. Install the manuals you want to use. Important ❒ The system requirements for installing the manuals are as follows: • Operating System: Windows 95/98/Me, Windows 2000/XP, Windows Server 2003, or Windows NT4.0 •...
  • Page 61: Pdf Manuals

    Appendix PDF Manuals The supplied CD-ROM contains PDF versions of the HTML user manuals. ❖ File path The PDF manuals are in the following folders on the CD-ROM: • About This Machine PDF MANUAL\US_ENG\INTRO • General Settings Guide PDF MANUAL\US_ENG\USERTOOL •...
  • Page 62: Opening The Installed Operating Instructions

    Opening the Installed Operating Instructions This section explains how to open installed manuals. Opening from the Icon This section explains how to open a manual using its desktop icon. Double-click the icon on your desktop. The browser opens and the manual appears. Opening from the [Start] Menu This section explains how to open a manual from a [Start] menu.
  • Page 63: Opening From The Cd-Rom

    Appendix Opening from the CD-ROM This section explains how to open a manual from a supplied CD-ROM. Click [Read manuals]. Click the title of the manual you want to view. The browser opens, and then manual appears.
  • Page 64: Copy Paper

    Copy Paper This section describes recommended paper sizes and types, unusable paper, and paper storage. Recommended Paper Sizes and Types The following limitations apply to each tray: Important ❒ If you use damp or curled paper, a staple clogging or paper jam may occur. ❖...
  • Page 65: Bypass Tray

    Appendix ❖ Bypass Tray Paper type and Metric version weight Standard paper A3L, A4RL, A5RL, A6L, B4JISL, B5JISRL, B6JISL, 11” × 17”L, 8 60-81g/m 12” × 18”L, 7 (16-22lb.) Custom size(Vertical: 90- 305mm, Horizontal: 148- 457.2mm. For printer or fax - Vertical: 90- 305mm, Horizon- tal: 148-600mm.) Middle thick paper...
  • Page 66 Note ❒ When you load paper in Paper Tray 1, 2, or 3 (LCT) or on the optional Lower Paper Trays, load it print side up. ❒ Load paper into the bypass tray with the print side up. ❒ When using the bypass tray, it is recommended to set the paper orientation to ❒...
  • Page 67: Unusable Paper

    Appendix ❒ If you load paper of the same size in the same orientation in two or more trays, the machine automatically shifts to the other tray - except the bypass tray - when the first tray in use runs out of paper. This function is called “Auto Tray Switching”.
  • Page 68: Paper Storage

    Paper Storage This section describes how to store paper. • When storing paper, the following precautions should always be followed: • Do not store paper where it will be exposed to direct sunlight. • Avoid storing paper in humid areas (humidity: 70% or less). •...
  • Page 69: Index

    Communicating indicator , 17 Computer , ix Confidential File indicator , 17 Control Panel , 21 , 22 , 23 Copier , iii Copy , x Copy Data Security Unit , 16 Copy Paper , 49 Copy paper , 49...
  • Page 70 labels , 8 LAN-Fax Driver , 41 Login , 22 , 23 , 24 Login/Logout key , 17 Log Off , 23 , 24 Lower Paper Trays , 13 , 15 Lower Right Cover , 13 Low-Power mode , 10 Main power , 27 Main power indicator , 17 Main power switch , 13...
  • Page 71 MEMO...

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