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  • Page 1 JP5500 Operating Instructions For safety, please read this manual carefully before you use this product and keep it handy for future reference.
  • Page 2 For good print quality, Ricoh recommends that you use genuine Ricoh master and ink. Ricoh shall not be responsible for any damage or expense that might result from the use of parts other than genuine Ricoh parts with your Ricoh office products.
  • Page 3 “The Product complies with the requirements of the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC.” In accordance with IEC 60417, this machine uses the following symbols for the main power switch: a means POWER ON. b means POWER OFF. Copyright © 2002 Ricoh Co., Ltd.
  • Page 4 Introduction This manual contains detailed instructions on the operation and maintenance of this machine. To get maximum versatility from this machine all operators should carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual. Please keep this manual in a handy place near the machine. Please read the Safety Information before using this machine.
  • Page 5 Introduction This manual contains detailed instructions on the operation and maintenance of this machine. To get maximum versatility from this machine all operators should carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual. Please keep this manual in a handy place near the machine. Please read the Safety Information before using this machine.
  • Page 6 Introduction This manual contains detailed instructions on the operation and maintenance of this machine. To get maximum versatility from this machine all operators should carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual. Please keep this manual in a handy place near the machine. Please read the Safety Information before using this machine.
  • Page 7 Declaration of Conformity “The Product complies with the requirements of the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC.” In accordance with IEC 60417, this machine uses the following symbols for the main power switch: a means POWER ON. b means POWER OFF.
  • Page 8 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: R WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed, could result in death or serious injury. R CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed, may result in minor or moderate injury or damage to property.
  • Page 9 R CAUTION: • Protect the machine from dampness or wet weather, such as rain, snow. • Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before you move the machine. While moving the machine, you should take care that the power cord will not be damaged under the machine.
  • Page 10 How to Read This Manual Symbols In this manual, the following symbols are used: R WARNING: This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation that might result in death or serious injury when you misuse the machine without following the in- structions under this symbol.
  • Page 11 Making Prints B B B B Before making prints using this ma- Press the { { { { Start} } } } key. chine, you have to make a master by pressing the { { { { Start} } } } key. When you press the { { { { Start} } } } key, the machine scans the original image and makes a master.
  • Page 12 To decrease the image density, press the { { { { V V V V } } } } key. See p.25 “Ad- justing the Image Density of Prints”. D D D D Enter the desired number of prints with the number keys. E E E E Press the { { { { Print} } } } key.
  • Page 13 What You Can do with this Machine ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Reducing and Enlarging Using Preset Below is a quick summary of this ma- chine's features and where to look in Ratios this manual for more information. See p.29 “Reducing and Enlarging Using Preset Ratios”.
  • Page 14 ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Directional Magnification (%) ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Economy Mode See p.36 “Directional Magnifica- See p.50 “Economy Mode”. tion (%)”. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Auto Cycle See p.51 “Auto Cycle”. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ All Class Mode See p.52 “All Class Mode”.
  • Page 15 ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Manual Class Mode with two or More ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Auto Combine Mode Originals See p.68 “Auto Combine Mode”. See p.59 “Manual Class Mode with Two or More Originals”. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Skip Feed Printing See p.70 “Skip Feed Printing”.
  • Page 16 ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Printing in Two Colors ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Date Stamp S e e p . 1 3 2 “ P r i n t i n g i n T w o See p.108 “Date Stamp”. Colors”.
  • Page 17 ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Memory Combine ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Storage Overlay See p.115 “Memory Combine”. See p.105 “Image Overlay”. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Sorting Prints into Sets See p.135 “Sort/Class Sort”. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Original Storage See p.100 “Original Storage”.

  • Page 18: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Machine Exterior..................1 Machine Interior..................2 Options ......................4 Operation Panel ..................6 Keys ....................... 6 Indicators......................8 Panel Display ....................9 Panel Display Layout ................... 10 1. Operation Print Paper ....................11 Originals ....................13 Printing Preparations ................15 Loading Paper....................
  • Page 19 Printing onto Thick Paper................43 Printing onto Standard Paper............... 43 Printing onto Envelopes ................44 Printing onto Special Kinds of Paper............44 Selecting Original Modes................. 46 Letter/Photo Mode Printing ................46 Photo Mode Printing..................47 Pencil Mode Printing ..................48 Economy Mode ..................
  • Page 20 Make-up Samples ..................97 Original Storage..................100 Storing Originals..................100 Selecting Stored Originals................102 Protecting Stored Originals ................ 102 Deleting Stored Originals ................103 Image Overlay ..................105 Storage Overlay ..................105 On Line Overlay ..................106 Overlay Format ..................106 Date Stamp....................
  • Page 21 4. User Tools Accessing the User Tools..............143 User Tools Menu..................145 1. System ....................145 2. Set Operat'n Mode ................. 146 3. Initial Setting................... 147 4. Mode Setting ..................148 5. Stamp..................... 152 6. Administrator Mode ................154 7. On Line Mode..................156 User Tool Menus in Detail..............
  • Page 22 M ) Lights......... 190 When the Open Cover/Unit Indicator (M j ) Lights..........191 When the Add Ink Indicator (j C ) Lights.......... 193 When the Master End Indicator (C k ) Lights........195 When the Master Eject Indicator (k When Other Indicators Are Lit...............

  • Page 24: Machine Exterior

    Machine Exterior Front door Paper feed tray down key Open to access the inside of the machine. Press to lower the paper feed tray. Flip up cover Paper feed side plates Flip up to access the keys underneath. Prevent paper skewing. Operation panel Paper feed tray See p.6 “Operation Panel”.

  • Page 25: Machine Interior

    Machine Interior Main switch Paper delivery tray Use to turn the power on or off. Completed prints are delivered here. Paper alignment wings Paper delivery side plates Lift or lower the wings depending on the These plates align the prints on the paper type of paper being used.
  • Page 26 Ink holder Set the ink cartridge in this holder. Drum unit lock lever B1 Lower to unlock and pull out the drum unit. Drum unit The master is wrapped around this unit. Exposure glass Position originals here face down for printing.

  • Page 27: Options

    Options ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Exposure glass cover Exposure glass cover ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Document feeder Document Feeder...
  • Page 28 ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Sorter Upper tray cover Lower side cover Upper side cover Paper delivery tray Lower tray cover Front cover Trays ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Twin color press roller printing system TC-II Note ❒ Other options: • Color Drum Type 55(L) A3, 11" × 17" "...

  • Page 29: Operation Panel

    Operation Panel Keys { { { { Quality Start} } } } key { { { { Image Density} } } } key See p.76 “Quality Start Mode”. Press to make prints darker or lighter. See p.25 “Adjusting the Image Density of { { { { Security} } } } key Prints”.
  • Page 30 { { { { Class} } } } key Press to select All Class, Auto Class, Manual Class, or Class mode. See p.52 “All Class Mode”, see p.54 “Auto Class Mode”, see p.57 “Manual Class Mode with One Original”, see p.59 “Manual Class Mode with Two or More Origi- nals”, see p.61 “Class Mode”.

  • Page 31: Indicators

    Indicators Special feature indicator Counter Lights to indicate that special features Displays the number of prints entered. have been selected. To access the special While printing, it shows the number of features, lift up the cover on the left side prints remaining.

  • Page 32: Panel Display

    Panel Display The panel display shows the machine status, error messages, and function men- Items for the selected function Machine status or messages These keys correspond to the se- Items which can be selected lectable items shown above them on the panel display.

  • Page 33: Panel Display Layout

    Panel Display Layout The basic elements used on the panel display are shown below. Understanding their meaning helps you use this machine's features quickly and easily. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Sample display when selecting the [Original] key Machine status or message Available functions Illustrations of displays in this manual show the next key to be...

  • Page 34: Operation

    1. Operation Print Paper The following limitations apply Paper Size Paper Weight Metric Inch Paper feed tray A3 L, B4 L, A4 L K, B5 L K, 11" × 17" L, 8 " × 14" L, 47.1 - A5 L, B6 L, A6 L, Others (Ver- "...
  • Page 35 Operation • The following types of envelopes Note ❒ If you print on rough grained paper, the copy image might be blurred. ❒ You can use A3 (297 × 420mm) or 11" × 17" originals or printing paper. When you want to print the entire image of an A3, 11" × 17" original, select Reduce mode because the maximum print areas are as follows: •...

  • Page 36: Originals

    Originals Originals The machine can detect the following original sizes placed on the exposure glass. Metric version A3L, B4L, A4KL, B5KL 11" × 17"L, 8 " × 14"L, 8 " × 11"KL Inch version Reference For the original sizes placed in the document feeder can be detected, see p.125 “Optional Document Feeder”.
  • Page 37 Operation The first 8mm, 0.32", of the leading edge and the last 2mm, 0.08", of the trailing edge cannot be printed. Make sure the leading edge margin is at least 8mm, 0.32", and the trailing edge margin is at least 2mm, 0.08". Original Print a = 8mm, 0.32"...

  • Page 38: Printing Preparations

    Printing Preparations Printing Preparations D D D D Place the paper on the paper feed Loading Paper tray. A A A A Carefully open the paper feed tray. Note ❒ Correct the paper curl before loading the paper. If you cannot B B B B Lift the paper feed side plates.

  • Page 39: Setting Up The Paper Delivery Tray

    Operation When you use standard paper Setting Up The Paper Delivery (47.1 g/m to 105 g/m , 12.5 lb to Tray 28 lb) A A A A A Adjust the side plates to match Raise the paper delivery tray the paper size scale on the end slightly, and then gently lower it plate side.
  • Page 40 Printing Preparations " × 11"KL When you use A4, 8 paper A Swing out the guides as shown in the illustration. D D D D Turn on the main switch. Note ❒ You can have the machine dis- play how much ink and master are left when you switch it on.

  • Page 41: Entering A User Code To Use The Machine

    Operation Entering a User Code to Use the Machine B B B B If user codes are turned on, operators Press the { { { { q q } } } } key. must enter their user code before they can use the machine.

  • Page 42: Standard Printing

    Standard Printing Standard Printing A A A A E E E E Make sure that the machine is Place the original face down on ready for printing. the exposure glass. The original should be aligned with the refer- ence mark and the left corner scale.

  • Page 43: Removing Prints

    Operation I I I I K K K K Press the { { { { Proof} } } } key and check Press the { { { { Print} } } } key. the image density and the image position on the proof print. Note ❒...
  • Page 44 Standard Printing B B B B C C C C Remove the prints from the paper Slide in the paper delivery tray. delivery tray and close the paper delivery side plate. When your machine is equipped with the optional sorter A A A A Lift the lever and slide out the pa- per deliver tray.

  • Page 45: Energy Saver Mode

    Operation Energy Saver Mode If you do not operate the machine for a certain period, the display disappears and the machine enters Energy Saver mode to reduce energy consumption. Note ❒ You can change the time the machine waits before Energy Saver mode starts. See “Energy Saving”...

  • Page 46: Auto Reset

    Auto Reset Auto Reset If you do not operate the machine for a certain period after printing, the machine will return to the initial condition. This function is called “Auto Reset”. Note ❒ You can change the time the machine waits before Auto Reset starts. See “Au- to Reset”...

  • Page 47: Adjusting The Position Of Printed Images

    Operation Adjusting the Position of Printed Images B B B B Use the following procedure to adjust Adjust image position using the the position of print images as re- { { { { ~ ~ ~ ~ } } } } , { { { { } } } } } } } } , { { { { | | | | } } } } , and { { { { { { { { } } } } keys. quired.

  • Page 48: Adjusting The Image Density Of Prints

    Adjusting the Image Density of Prints Adjusting the Image Density of Prints There are two ways to adjust the im- After Making a Master age density of prints: ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Before making a master A A A A To increase the image density, Use the { { { { Image Density} } } } key.

  • Page 49: Tint Mode

    Operation Tint Mode Use this function to make halftone prints. A A A A Press the [Original] key. B B B B Select the [Tint] with the [← ← ← ← ] [→ → → → ] or { { { { ~ ~ ~ ~ } } } } { { { { } } } } } } } } keys. C C C C Press the { { { { Start} } } } key.

  • Page 50: Changing The Printing Speed

    Changing the Printing Speed Changing the Printing Speed Use the { { { { W W W W } } } } or { { { { V V V V } } } } key to adjust the printing speed. The relationship be- tween printing speed and print quali- ty depends on the type of paper you use.

  • Page 51: Stopping A Multi-Print Run

    Operation Stopping a Multi-print Run Stopping a Multi-print Run to Changing the Number of Print Another Original Prints Entered and Checking Completed Prints A A A A Press the { { { { Clear/Stop} } } } key. A A A A Press the { { { { Clear/Stop} } } } key.

  • Page 52: Reducing And Enlarging Using Preset Ratios

    Reducing and Enlarging Using Preset Ratios Reducing and Enlarging Using Preset Ratios ❒ You can select a ratio regardless of Use this function to have originals re- duced or enlarged by a preset ratio. A the size of an original or printing total of 7 ratios are available (3 en- paper.
  • Page 53 Operation A A A A G G G G Press the [Ratio] key. Check the image position on the trial or proof print. Note ❒ If the image position is not cor- rect, adjust it using the [Image = ] key. See p.24 “Adjusting the Position of Printed Images”.

  • Page 54: Auto Magnification

    Auto Magnification Auto Magnification Use this function to have the machine choose an appropriate enlargement or re- duction ratio based on the size of your original and the paper size you select. Note ❒ The range of ratios which the machine can select depends on where you place the original: •...
  • Page 55 Operation ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Inch version Original 11" × 17" " × 14" " × 11" " × 11" " × 5 × 5 " " Paper 11" × 17"L 100% 121% 129% 200% " × 14" 100% 155% "...
  • Page 56 Auto Magnification E E E E Press the { { { { Start} } } } key. F F F F Check the image position on the trial or proof print. Note ❒ If the image position is not correct, adjust it using the [Image = = ] keys.

  • Page 57: Zoom

    Operation Zoom Use this function to fine-tune the re- Note production ratio in increments of 1%. ❒ To select a custom ratio, select the closest ratio with the [← ← ← ← ] [→ → → → ] or { { { { ~ ~ ~ ~ } } } } { { { { } } } } } } } } keys. Then press the { { { { | | | | } } } } or { { { { { { { { } } } } key and go to step F.
  • Page 58 Zoom K K K K Check the image position on the Using the number keys trial or proof print. A Enter the ratio with the number Note keys. ❒ If the image position is not cor- rect, adjust it using the [Image = ] key.

  • Page 59: Directional Magnification (%)

    Operation Directional Magnification (%) D D D D Use this function to choose different Select [Direct.Mag.(%)] with the [→ → → → ] reproduction ratios for the horizontal or { { { { } } } } } } } } key. and vertical directions.
  • Page 60 Directional Magnification (%) Entering ratios with the number keys A Enter the vertical ratio with the number keys. B Press the { { { { q q } } } } key. C Enter the horizontal ratio with the number keys. D Press the { { { { q q } } } } key.

  • Page 61: Directional Magnification (Size)

    Operation Directional Magnification (Size) A A A A Use this function to have the machine Press the [Ratio] key. select suitable reproduction ratios based upon the dimensions of the print you require and the size of the original you specify. B B B B Select [Mag.] with the [→...
  • Page 62 Directional Magnification (Size) F F F F M M M M Press the { { { { Start} } } } key. Enter the vertical original size with the number keys and press the { { { { q q } } } } key. Note ❒...

  • Page 63: Erasing Center And Edge Margins

    Operation Erasing Center and Edge Margins B B B B When printing from thick books, or Keep the exposure glass cover at similar originals, the binding margin an angle of at least 25 degrees at the center and the edges might ap- with the exposure glass.

  • Page 64: Edge Erase

    Edge Erase Edge Erase A A A A This function erases all four margins Press the { { { { Edge Erase} } } } key. of the original image. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Using Edge Erase mode ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ When not using Edge Erase mode B B B B When printing from thick books, Select the size and direction of the...
  • Page 65 Operation F F F F Check the image position on the trial or proof print. Note ❒ If the image position is not cor- rect, adjust it using the [Image = ] key. See p.24 “Adjusting the Position of Printed Images”. G G G G Make your prints.

  • Page 66: Printing Onto Various Kinds Of Paper

    Printing onto Various Kinds of Paper Printing onto Various Kinds of Paper Before printing onto thick paper, thin Printing onto Standard Paper paper, envelopes or special kinds of paper loaded in the paper feed tray, If you wish to print onto standard you must select the paper type.

  • Page 67: Printing Onto Envelopes

    Operation E E E E If your envelopes do not feed in Printing onto Envelopes well, lift the paper feed tray a lit- tle, and then lower it so that it A A A A Press the [Ppr.Type] key. slants up slightly. B B B B Select [Special] with the [→...
  • Page 68 Printing onto Various Kinds of Paper - To prevent paper misfeeds: If paper misfeeds occur frequently, even if you have selected a suitable paper, follow the steps below. Press the [Select] key. Select the type of paper misfeed and frequency with the { { { { ~ ~ ~ ~ } } } } , { { { { } } } } } } } } , { { { { | | | | } } } } , or { { { { { { { { } } } } keys.

  • Page 69: Selecting Original Modes

    Operation Selecting Original Modes Select one of the following five modes Letter/Photo Mode Printing to match your originals: ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Letter mode Preparation Select when originals contain only You can adjust the contrast of the letters (no pictures). image.

  • Page 70: Photo Mode Printing

    Selecting Original Modes D D D D Adjust the contrast with the [← ← ← ← ] Photo Mode Printing [→ → → → ] or { { { { ~ ~ ~ ~ } } } } { { { { } } } } } } } } keys. A A A A Press the [Original] key.

  • Page 71: Pencil Mode Printing

    Operation G G G G B Adjust the contrast with the Press the { { { { Start} } } } key. [← ← ← ← ][→ → → → ] or { { { { ~ ~ ~ ~ } } } } { { { { } } } } } } } } keys. C Press the [OK] key.
  • Page 72 Selecting Original Modes B B B B Select [Pencil] with the [→ → → → ] or { { { { } } } } } } } } key. C C C C Press the [OK] key. D D D D Place your original on the expo- sure glass.

  • Page 73: Economy Mode

    Operation Economy Mode When you want to save ink, select Economy mode. Note ❒ Prints will be lighter in this mode. A A A A Press the { { { { Economy Mode} } } } key. B B B B Place your original on the expo- sure glass or in the optional docu- ment feeder.

  • Page 74: Auto Cycle

    Auto Cycle Auto Cycle Use the { { { { Auto Cycle} } } } key to process masters and make prints in a single operation. A A A A If the indicator of { { { { Auto Cycle} } } } key is off, press the { { { { Auto Cycle} } } } key.

  • Page 75: All Class Mode

    Operation All Class Mode Preparation Note ❒ When you choose All Class mode, You have to store the number of students in each class with the user Job Separation mode is automati- tools. See p.159 “3-5 Class Enter cally turned on. The job separator No.”.
  • Page 76 All Class Mode E E E E Press the { { { { Start} } } } key. F F F F Check the image position on the trial or proof print. Note ❒ If the image position is not cor- rect, adjust it using the [Image = ] key.

  • Page 77: Auto Class Mode

    Operation Auto Class Mode Preparation Note ❒ When you set Auto Class mode, You have to store the number of students in each class with the user Job Separation mode is automati- tools. See p.159 “3-5 Class Enter cally turned on. The job separator No.”.
  • Page 78 Auto Class Mode D D D D Select the desired classes for each Selecting classes with the grade. number keys A Enter the desired grade and class with the number keys. Selecting classes with the { { { { ~ ~ ~ ~ } } } } , { { { { } } } } } } } } , { { { { | | | | } } } } , or { { { { { { { { } } } } key A Select the desired class for the grade with the { { { { } } } } } } } } key.
  • Page 79 Operation F F F F Place one original on the expo- sure glass or in the optional docu- ment feeder. G G G G Press the { { { { Start} } } } key. H H H H Check the image position on the trial or proof print.

  • Page 80: Manual Class Mode With One Original

    Manual Class Mode with One Original Manual Class Mode with One Original Use the { { { { Class} } } } key to make sets of B B B B Select [Manual] with the [→ → → → ] or prints from the same original.
  • Page 81 Operation F F F F L L L L Enter the desired number of Make your prints. prints for the second set with the number keys. G G G G Press the { { { { q q } } } } key. Note ❒...

  • Page 82: Manual Class Mode With Two Or More Originals

    Manual Class Mode with Two or More Originals Manual Class Mode with Two or More Originals A A A A Press the { { { { Class} } } } key. Preparation To use this function, you have to select “by each original” with the “Class Manual Set”...
  • Page 83 Operation F F F F L L L L Press the { { { { Auto Cycle} } } } key. Enter the desired number of prints for the second original with the number keys. M M M M Press the { { { { Print} } } } key. G G G G Press the { { { { q q } } } } key.

  • Page 84: Class Mode

    Class Mode Class Mode Use the { { { { Class} } } } key to make sets of B B B B Select [Same-NO.] with the [→ → → → ] or prints from the same original. The { { { { } } } } } } } } key. same numbers of prints are made for each set.
  • Page 85 Operation F F F F With the number keys, enter the number of sets you wish to make. Note ❒ Up to 99 sets can be selected for an original. G G G G Press the [OK] key. H H H H Place one original on the expo- sure glass or in the optional docu- ment feeder.

  • Page 86: Combine Originals

    Combine Originals Combine Originals You can combine originals in two ways: ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ 2 single-sided originals → → → → 1 single-sided print with 2 images Combine two single-sided originals onto one single-sided print with the two images placed side-by-side. ❖...
  • Page 87 Operation ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Metric version Original Size Paper Size 100% 115% 141% 163% 200% 100% 122% 141% 173% 100% 115% 141% 100% 122% 100% ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Inch version Original Size " × 11"K " × 8 "K 11"...
  • Page 88 Combine Originals ❒ If a suitable reproduction ratio is not selected, images might not completely appear on prints. ❒ Originals reading from left to right. Reference When you use the optional document feeder with this function, see p.127 “Combine Printing”. A A A A Place the first original face down.
  • Page 89 Operation C C C C Check the print paper size and the reproduction ratio. Note ❒ To have the machine choose a suitable ratio automatically, use Auto Mag- nification mode. See p.31 “Auto Magnification”. D D D D Press the { { { { Combine} } } } key. E E E E Select [Combine 2] or [Quadruple] with the [←...
  • Page 90 Combine Originals H H H H The beeper sounds after the first original has been stored. Place the second original face down. I I I I Press the { { { { Start} } } } key. J J J J Check the image position on the trial or proof print.

  • Page 91: Auto Combine Mode

    Operation Auto Combine Mode B B B B Preparation Enter the number of prints using the number keys. To use this function, you have to select Auto Combine mode with the user tools. See “Combine” on p.148 “4. Mode Setting”. You can have images duplicated in two ways: C C C C...
  • Page 92 Auto Combine Mode F F F F Press the [OK] key. G G G G Press the { { { { Start} } } } key. H H H H Check the image position on the trial or proof print. Note ❒...

  • Page 93: Skip Feed Printing

    Operation Skip Feed Printing C C C C You can increase the time between If necessary select the number of prints using the { { { { Skip Feed} } } } key. By drum rotations per sheet of paper default, when one sheet of paper is fed with the [←...
  • Page 94 Skip Feed Printing F F F F Check the image position on the trial or proof print. Note ❒ If the image position is not cor- rect, adjust it using the [Image = ] key. See p.24 “Adjusting the Position of Printed Images”. G G G G Make your prints.

  • Page 95: Programs

    Operation Programs D D D D You can store up to 9 frequently used Press the [OK] key. print job settings in machine memory and recall them for future use. Note ❒ The program numbers (1 to 9) Note will be displayed in the panel ❒...

  • Page 96: Protecting A Program

    Programs E E E E Press the [Select] key. Protecting a Program F F F F Press the [OK] key. If you want to prevent someone from writing over your program, do the Removing Program Protection following: A A A A Press the { { { { Program} } } } key.

  • Page 97: Recalling A Program

    Operation E E E E E E E E Press the [Select] key. Press the [OK] key. F F F F F F F F Press the [OK] key. Place your original on the expo- sure glass or in the optional docu- ment feeder.

  • Page 98: Security Mode

    Security Mode Security Mode This function prevents others from making prints of confidential docu- ments from the master. For example, if you want to print some documents with sensitive information, use this function after making your prints so that nobody can access that master again.

  • Page 99: Quality Start Mode

    Operation Quality Start Mode If the machine is not used for a long Using Quality Start Manually period of time or you change the color drum unit, the ink on the drum might A A A A dry causing print quality to deterio- Press the { { { { Quality Start} } } } key.

  • Page 100: Job Separation

    Job Separation Job Separation The print on the top of each print set in the paper delivery tray is pulled by the job separator. This function is useful when you make two or more print sets. R CAUTION: • While printing, do not touch the belt at the end of the paper delivery tray or the job separator.
  • Page 101 Operation A A A A Press the { { { { Job Separator} } } } key. B B B B Make your prints. Note ❒ After the last page of each print set is fed out to the paper delivery tray, the job separator pulls the last sheet of each group in Job Separation mode.

  • Page 102: Conserving The Master

    Conserving the Master Conserving the Master The machine automatically changes the master length depending on the paper size you use. This saves both master and ink. a = Images on the master b = Masters c = Conserved area Limitation ❒...

  • Page 103: On Line Printing

    Operation On Line Printing A Press the [fin PRNT] key. On Line printing allows you to use this machine as a PC printer. Limitation ❒ The optional PC controller is re- quired. Note ❒ Before printing onto A5K, 5 " × "...

  • Page 104: Auto On Line

    On Line Printing Auto On Line You can select whether the machine automatically switches to On Line mode when it receives data from a Preparation • The default setting for On Line mode is On. However, you can change the setting to Off if re- quired.

  • Page 105: Image Rotation

    Operation Image Rotation When your original setting direction is different from the paper direction, the machine automatically rotates the original image by 90° to match the paper di- rection. Note ❒ The following tables list the combinations that can be used in Image Rotation mode.

  • Page 106: Make-Up Printing Features

    Make-up Printing Features Make-up Printing Features The optional editing function is required for this feature. Make-up mode enables you to do more than just make an exact copy of the orig- inal. A variety of editing and image processing functions allow you to quickly and easily customize your prints.
  • Page 107 Operation Mode Sample Designated Area Command sheet/Original Print (Closed area method) P./N. mode (Positive Negative mode) BALLET BALLET Solid mode (Image Pattern mode) BALLET BALLET All Page Pattern mode (Area Pattern mode) LUNCH LUNCH MENU MENU All + Outline (Image Outline and Area CAT T Pattern mode)

  • Page 108: Make-Up Modes For Outside Designated Areas

    Make-up Printing Features Make-up Modes for Outside Designated Areas Mode Sample Undesignated Area Command sheet/Original Print Letter mode: The area out- side designated areas is HAWAII HAWAII printed in Letter mode. Please enjoy your Please enjoy your Summer vacation. Summer vacation. Photo mode: The area out- side designated areas is WORLD...

  • Page 109: Background Patterns

    Operation Background Patterns A total of 164 background patterns is available in Make-up mode: • 40 basic patterns • 40 patterns similar to the basic patterns but with patterns elements at 4 times the size. • 80 variants based on 90° rotations of all the basic and enlarged patterns. •...

  • Page 110: Command Sheets For Make-Up Printing

    Command Sheets for Make-Up Printing Command Sheets for Make-Up Printing Command sheets are fed first so that the machine can recognize the areas of the original which are to be edited as designated areas. Command Sheets The command sheet is a sheet of paper designating the areas to be edited. Com- mand sheets must be made on white or translucent paper, and should be the same size as the original.
  • Page 111 Operation • There is no limit to the number of areas you can designate on a single com- mand sheet. • If designated areas on two or more command sheets overlap, the last com- mand sheet will apply to the overlapping portion. •...
  • Page 112 Command Sheets for Make-Up Printing Designated area Area recognized Preferred designated area The designated area is sur- Make a space of at least 2mm, 0.08" rounded by 3 sides of another in front of the area surrounded by 3 designated area. sides (relative to the feeding direc- tion).
  • Page 113 Operation B B B B Draw a line using a felt tip pen (black, red or blue) with a thickness of at least 1mm. Note ❒ Make sure there is no break in the line. ❒ The diagonal line can be drawn from left to right or vice versa. ❒...
  • Page 114 Command Sheets for Make-Up Printing Closed area method Note ❒ The line designating the area must be a closed loop. A A A A Put the command sheet on top of the original. B B B B Using a black, red, or blue felt tip pen, draw a line around the area to des- ignate.

  • Page 115: Command Sheets And Finished Prints

    Operation ❒ The line marking the designated area should be more than 2mm, 0.08", from any neighboring image. a = 2mm, 0.08" b = Neighboring image c = Line marking the designated area d = Image within the designated area Command Sheets and Finished Prints The following illustrations will help you understand how to draw a command sheet.
  • Page 116 Command Sheets for Make-Up Printing ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Drawing a command sheet using a closed line The closed line method is easier to use for complex areas, but it is less precise. It also takes longer to draw a command sheet with the closed line method.

  • Page 117: Make-Up Printing

    Operation Make-up Printing A A A A E E E E Press the { { { { Make-Up} } } } key. Select the mode for the first com- mand sheet with the [← ← ← ← ] [→ → → → ] or { { { { ~ ~ ~ ~ } } } } { { { { } } } } } } } } { { { { | | | | } } } } { { { { { { { { } } } } keys.
  • Page 118 Make-up Printing M M M M ❒ To change the value entered, If you have selected Photo mode, press the { { { { Clear/Stop} } } } key and select the dot pattern and the con- enter the new value. trast with the [←...
  • Page 119 Operation O O O O Place the first command sheet face down on the exposure glass and press the { { { { Start} } } } key. The beeper sounds after the com- mand sheet is scanned. Note ❒ Repeat step O for the other com- mand sheets.

  • Page 120: Make-Up Samples

    Make-up Samples Make-up Samples - Sample 1 Command Sheet No. 1, Frame shape , Designated area: Delete Area mode Outside area: Letter mode Print Original Print Command sheet No.1...
  • Page 121 Operation - Sample 2 Command Sheet No. 1, Frame shape/, Designated area: All + Outline No. 30 Command Sheet No. 2 Frame shape , Designated area: All page pattern No. Outside area: Fn1 Print @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @@ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @@ Original Command sheet No.2 Command sheet No.1...
  • Page 122 Make-up Samples - Sample 3 Print the original as it is Change the drum unit for color printing Command Sheet No. 1, Frame shape , Designated area: All page pattern No. 39 Outside area: Letter mode Print Original Print Command sheet No.1...

  • Page 123: Original Storage

    Operation Original Storage A A A A You can store frequently used origi- Press the { { { { Original Storage} } } } key. nals in machine memory and then easily recall them later to make prints whenever they are needed. Preparation •...
  • Page 124 Original Storage E E E E Place the original on the exposure Non-standard size originals glass as shown, then press the { { { { Start} } } } key. A If you place non-standard size originals, this display will be shown.

  • Page 125: Selecting Stored Originals

    Operation Selecting Stored Originals Protecting Stored Originals To select the images of originals that If you want to protect the images of have been stored in machine memo- originals stored in machine memory, ry, do the following: do the following: A A A A Press the { { { { Original Storage} } } } key.

  • Page 126: Deleting Stored Originals

    Original Storage F F F F Press the [OK] key. Deleting Stored Originals Removing Original Protection If you want to delete the images of originals stored in machine memory, A A A A do the following: Press the { { { { Original Storage} } } } key. Important ❒...
  • Page 127 Operation D D D D Select the [Yes] or [No] key. Note ❒ Press the [No] key if you do not wish to delete the Stored Origi- nal.

  • Page 128: Image Overlay

    Image Overlay Image Overlay ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Storage overlay The machine can merge two different originals onto the same print paper. Two types of merging are available: ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Overlay Combines the images of originals stored in Original Storage with the originals placed on the machine.

  • Page 129: On Line Overlay

    Operation C C C C C C C C Press the [OK] key. Place you originals and print start with your PC. Note ❒ If the one of the stored originals Limitation ❒ The optional PC controller is re- already chosen, the display in step C does not show.
  • Page 130 Image Overlay D D D D Place your originals, and then Placing originals in the optional press the { { { { Start} } } } key. document feeder A Place originals in the docu- Placing originals on the exposure ment feeder.

  • Page 131: Date Stamp

    Operation Date Stamp Use this function to have the date Date Stamp Print image stamped on prints. direction on the dis- play Preparation Before you use this function, you have to set the machine's internal clock with the user tools. See p.158 “1-6 Time Setting”.
  • Page 132 Date Stamp B B B B G G G G Make sure that [Date] is selected. Place your original, and then press the { { { { Start} } } } key. Placing your original (K) on the exposure glass C C C C A Place your original as shown in Press the [OK] key.

  • Page 133: Page Stamp

    Operation Page Stamp ❒ You can edit the preset page num- Use this function to have page num- bers stamped on prints. bering position with the user tools. See p.166 “5-10 Position (Page)”. ❒ [P1, P2,…, P5] is the default format. You can change this default setting w i t h t h e...
  • Page 134 Page Stamp E E E E B Press the [OK] key. Press the [OK] key. C Enter the first page number with the [← ← ← ← ] [→ → → → ] or { { { { ~ ~ ~ ~ } } } } { { { { } } } } } } } } If you selected [P1,P2] or [-1-,-2-] keys.
  • Page 135 Operation I I I I Place your original, and then press the { { { { Start} } } } key. Placing your originals (K) on the exposure glass A Place the first original as shown in the illustration. Note ❒...

  • Page 136: Stamp

    Stamp Stamp B B B B Select [Stamp] with the [← ← ← ← ] [→ → → → ] or { { { { ~ ~ ~ ~ } } } } { { { { } } } } } } } } keys. One of the following 3 messages can C C C C Press the [OK] key.
  • Page 137 Operation H H H H Select the stamp position with the Placing your originals (K) in the [← ← ← ← ] [→ → → → ] or { { { { ~ ~ ~ ~ } } } } { { { { } } } } } } } } keys. optional document feeder A Place your originals as shown in the illustration.

  • Page 138: Memory Combine

    Memory Combine Memory Combine You can combine originals in four ways: ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ 4 single-sided originals → → → → 1 single-sided print of 4 images 4 one-sided pages are printed onto 1 one-sided sheet, 4 original images on one side.
  • Page 139 Operation ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ 8 single-sided originals → → → → 1 single-sided print of 8 images ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ 16 single-sided originals → → → → 1 single-sided print of 16 images Limitation ❒ To use “16 one-sided originals → 1 one-sided print of 16 images” mode, the optional document feeder is required.
  • Page 140 Memory Combine ❒ You can set the machine to cancel Memory Combine mode after finishing your print job with the user tools. See “Cancel Comb.” on p.148 “4. Mode Set- ting”. ❒ Refer to the following table when you select the original and paper sizes. ❖...
  • Page 141 Operation ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Placing originals on the exposure glass (inch version) Original 11" × 17"L " × 14"L " × 11"KL Paper 11" × 17"L " × 14"L " × 11"KL " × 8 " L You can use these original and paper sizes in Combine 4, 8 Originals mode. You can use these original and paper sizes in Combine 4 Originals mode.
  • Page 142 Memory Combine F F F F Place your originals. Placing your original (K) on the exposure glass A Place your original as shown in the illustration. Placing your originals (K) in the optional document feeder A Place your originals as shown in the illustration. Note ❒...

  • Page 143: Repeat

    Operation G G G G Press the { { { { Start} } } } key. Note ❒ Even if the number of originals is less than the number required in the se- lected mode, prints can be made as shown in the illustration. In this case, press the { { { { q q } } } } key after all the originals have been scanned.
  • Page 144 Memory Combine ❒ Check the following table for the relationship between the direction of the original and paper, and the number of repeated images. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Example: copying A4 L L originals onto A3L L paper. The number of repeated im- Reproduction ratio Print image ages...
  • Page 145 Operation A A A A Press the { { { { Combine} } } } key. B B B B Select [Memory Combine] with the [→ → → → ] or { { { { } } } } } } } } key. C C C C Press the [OK] key.
  • Page 146 Memory Combine G G G G Set your original. Placing your original (K) on the exposure glass A Place your original as shown in the illustration. Placing your originals (K) in the optional document feeder A Place your originals as shown in the illustration. Note ❒...
  • Page 147 Operation...

  • Page 148: Optional Functions

    2. Optional Functions Optional Document Feeder Insert a stack of originals in the docu- The following original sizes placed in ment feeder. It will be fed automati- the document feeder can be detected. cally. A3 L, B4 L, A4 KL, B5 Metric version KL, A5KL Originals...

  • Page 149: Placing Originals

    Optional Functions When you use thin originals, place Note one original at a time in the document ❒ To avoid jamming, fan the orig- feeder or place them on the exposure inals before placing them in the glass. document feeder. The first 8mm, 0.32", of the leading ❒...

  • Page 150: Combine Printing

    Optional Document Feeder D D D D Press the { { { { Combine} } } } key. Combine Printing Reference See p.63 “Combine Originals” for details. A A A A Insert the two originals face up. E E E E Select [Combine 2] or [Quadruple] with the [←...

  • Page 151: Manual Class Mode With Two Or More Originals

    Optional Functions E E E E ❒ If you place only one original, Press the { { { { q q } } } } key. the beeper sounds after the first original has been scanned in. Place the second original and any print settings you require.
  • Page 152 Optional Document Feeder M M M M Press the { { { { Print} } } } key. Note ❒ To avoid originals misfeeding, fan the originals before placing them in the document feeder. ❒ The originals are fed from the top of the stack.

  • Page 153: Color Printing Using The Optional Color Drum

    Optional Functions Color Printing Using the Optional Color Drum Color drum units are available as op- Changing the Color Drum Unit tions in addition to the standard black unit. For making color prints, a sepa- A A A A rate drum unit is necessary for each Open the front door.
  • Page 154 Color Printing Using the Optional Color Drum C C C C F F F F Pull the drum unit handle out Insert the color drum unit along slowly (B2). the guide rail. G G G G D D D D Lower the drum unit lock lever Lift the upper drum stay (B3) a lit- (B1) of the inserted drum.

  • Page 155: Printing In Two Colors

    Optional Functions I I I I A A A A Lift drum unit lock lever (B1). Prepare the two originals. Place the first original on the exposure glass. J J J J Close the front door. Note B B B B Enter the number of prints with ❒...
  • Page 156 Color Printing Using the Optional Color Drum E E E E Press the { { { { Print} } } } key. F F F F Remove the prints from the paper delivery tray and place them on the paper feed tray again as shown in the illustration.

  • Page 157: Changing The Drum Size

    Optional Functions Changing the Drum Size To save costs on master rolls and ink, you can shorten the length of each master by changing to an optional smaller drum. Printing Area (At 23° ° ° ° C/73° ° ° ° F, 65% RH) ❖...

  • Page 158: Sort/Class Sort

    Sort/Class Sort Sort/Class Sort ❒ When you make less than 20 sets of Use this function to have the machine scan your originals and automatically prints with the Sort/Class Sort sort prints. mode (first job), the prints are de- livered to the lower tray bin. If you Note make prints (less than 20 sets) of ❒...

  • Page 159: Sort

    Optional Functions A A A A ❒ If you cannot remove prints from Press the { { { { Sorter} } } } key. the sorter bins, you can widen the gap between bins by pressing the green button. If you hold down the button, the bins ripple open.

  • Page 160: Class Sort

    Sort/Class Sort C C C C Press the [OK] key. Class Sort D D D D With the number keys, enter the Use this function when copying a sin- desired number of prints for each gle-page original to have the same set, and then press the { { { { q q } } } } key.
  • Page 161 Optional Functions...

  • Page 162: Combination Chart

    3. Combination Chart Combination Chart This combination chart shows which modes can be used together. ✩ means that these modes can be used together. means that these modes cannot be used together. means that these modes cannot be used together (the function chosen sec- ond takes priority) means that these modes cannot be used together (the function chosen first takes priority)
  • Page 163 Combination Chart Function chosen second ✩ ✩ ✩ * ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ * ✩ ✩ ✩ * Directional -- * Magnifica- tion (%) ✩ ✩ ✩ * -- ✩...
  • Page 164 Combination Chart Function chosen second ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ * -- ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ * Class mode ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ -- ✩ ✩ * ✩...
  • Page 165 Combination Chart...

  • Page 166: User Tools

    4. User Tools Accessing the User Tools The user tools allow you to customize Note various default settings. This section ❒ [Next]: Press to go to the next is intended for the machine adminis- page. trator. ❒ [Prev.]: Press to go back to the A A A A Press the { { { { User Tools} } } } key.
  • Page 167 User Tools C C C C Change the settings by following the instructions on the panel dis- play, and then press the [OK] key. Note ❒ To change the value entered, press the { { { { Clear/Stop} } } } key before pressing the [OK] key.

  • Page 168: User Tools Menu

    User Tools Menu User Tools Menu Reference For accessing the user tools, see p.143 “Accessing the User Tools”. 1. System Mode Description Auto Reset The machine returns to its initial condition automatically after your job is finished. The automatic reset time can be set from 1 to 5 minutes or off (0 minutes).

  • Page 169: Set Operat'n Mode

    User Tools Mode Description Data Print Use to print out the following data. Note ❒ Available settings: • Log Data (Number of prints made, how many times paper misfeeds occur and so on.) • Reset Counters (Number of prints and master made under each user code.) •...

  • Page 170: Initial Setting

    User Tools Menu 3. Initial Setting Mode Description Paper Type Specifies the paper type at power on. Note ❒ Default: Std. (Standard) MSTR Makg. Dn- Specifies the image density at power on. sity Note ❒ Default: Std. (Standard) Original Priority Specifies the original mode at power on.

  • Page 171: Mode Setting

    User Tools Mode Description Photo Contrast Specifies the contrast level for Photo when the power is switched on or after mode settings are cleared. Note ❒ Default: Standard Photo(Screen) Specifies the screen image in Photo mode when you press the [Original] key.
  • Page 172 User Tools Menu Mode Description No Orig. Size When you place originals of non standard sizes on the exposure glass, set original detection to “Ignore”. The machine will not de- tect the original size. Note ❒ Default: Not to ignore Background When you make prints in Photo, Letter/Photo, or Tint mode, the ON/OFF...
  • Page 173 User Tools Mode Description Cancel Comb. Specifies whether Combine Originals or Memory Combine mode is cleared after finishing your print job. Note ❒ Default: Not to cancel No. of Skip Feed Specifies the number of drum rotations in Skip Feed mode at power on.
  • Page 174 User Tools Menu Mode Description Deflector Angle You can change the angle of the wing guide depending on the pa- per type you use. Note ❒ Default: Auto ❒ Available settings: • Up (Select this setting when standard thickness or thin pa- per misfeeds at the paper exit section occur frequently.) "...

  • Page 175: Stamp

    User Tools Mode Description Auto Rotation When the direction in which your original is placed differs from that of the paper, the machine automatically rotates the original image by 90° to match the paper direction. You can cancel this setting. Note ❒...
  • Page 176 User Tools Menu Mode Description Stamp Position You can edit the preset stamp position. Note ❒ Default: See p.164 “5-4 Stamp Position”. ❒ Available settings: See p.164 “5-4 Stamp Position”. Reference For adjusting the stamp position, see p.164 “5-4 Stamp Posi- tion”.

  • Page 177: Administrator Mode

    User Tools Mode Description Position(Page) You can edit the page numbering position. Note ❒ Default: See p.166 “5-10 Position (Page)”. ❒ Available settings: See p.166 “5-10 Position (Page)”. Reference For adjusting the page numbering position, see p.166 “5-10 Po- sition (Page)”. Make/Chg.
  • Page 178 User Tools Menu Reg. User Code You can register user codes. Note ❒ Up to 20 user codes (up to 4 digits) can be registered. Chg. User Code You can change user codes. Note ❒ The number of copies made under the old code is added to that made under the new user code.

  • Page 179: On Line Mode

    User Tools 7. On Line Mode Mode Description Set aut-O/L def Specifies whether Auto On Line mode is set to “On” or “Off” when power is switched on or after mode settings are cleared. Note ❒ Default: On Specifies the paper size when you press the { { { { On Line} } } } key. Ppr.
  • Page 180 User Tools Menu Mode Description I/O Timeout Sets the time to enable the interface after data stops being re- ceived. When the time set here is exceeded, it will be possible to receive data from the other interface. Important ❒ If the set time is too short, a time out might occur while one data is being received.

  • Page 181: User Tool Menus In Detail

    User Tools User Tool Menus in Detail E E E E Press the { { { { q q } } } } key. 1-6 Time Setting A A A A Press the { { { { User Tools} } } } key. F F F F Enter the month with the number keys.

  • Page 182: Reproduction Ratio

    User Tool Menus in Detail F F F F Enter the desired ratio with the 3-4 Reproduction Ratio [← ← ← ← ] [→ → → → ] or { { { { ~ ~ ~ ~ } } } } { { { { } } } } } } } } keys. A A A A Press the { { { { User Tools} } } } key.

  • Page 183: Margin Erase Area

    User Tools D D D D H H H H Select the grade with the [← ← ← ← ] [→ → → → ] Press the [OK] key. or { { { { ~ ~ ~ ~ } } } } { { { { } } } } } } } } keys. Note ❒...

  • Page 184: Of Skip Feed

    User Tool Menus in Detail D D D D C Enter the vertical length with Select the original size you will the number keys. use with the [← ← ← ← ] [→ → → → ] or { { { { ~ ~ ~ ~ } } } } { { { { } } } } } } } } D Press the { { { { q q } } } } key.

  • Page 185: Of Q.start

    User Tools D D D D Press the [Change] key. 4-14 No. of Q.start Note ❒ The default settings are as follows. Time period E E E E Change the number of drum rota- tions while one sheet of paper is fed with the [←...

  • Page 186: Type Of Paper

    User Tool Menus in Detail C C C C I I I I Enter 14 with the number keys, Press the [OK] key. and then press the [OK] or { { { { q q } } } } key. 4-19 Type of Paper A A A A Press the { { { { User Tools} } } } key.

  • Page 187: Stamp Position

    User Tools F F F F Stamp Default Available Select the paper type and misfeed positions settings condition with the [← ← ← ← ] or [→ → → → ] key. a = 24mm, a = 8 – 0.96" 104mm, 0.32"...

  • Page 188: Position (Date)

    User Tool Menus in Detail A A A A Press the { { { { User Tools} } } } key. Note ❒ The value increases or decreases in 4mm, 0.16" steps. G G G G Adjust the vertical stamp position with the { { { { | | | | } } } } or { { { { { { { { } } } } key.

  • Page 189: Position (Page)

    User Tools A A A A F F F F Press the { { { { User Tools} } } } key. Adjust the horizontal date stamp position with the { { { { | | | | } } } } or { { { { { { { { } } } } key, and then press the { { { { } } } } } } } } key.
  • Page 190 User Tool Menus in Detail D D D D ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ -1- Select the page numbering direc- tion you want to adjust with the Stamp Default Available [← ← ← ← ] [→ → → → ] or { { { { ~ ~ ~ ~ } } } } { { { { } } } } } } } } keys. positions settings a = 8mm,...

  • Page 191: Make/Chg. Pattern

    User Tools F F F F Move the cursor to the position 5-11 Make/Chg. Pattern you wish to edit with the { { { { ~ ~ ~ ~ } } } } , { { { { } } } } } } } } , { { { { | | | | } } } } , or { { { { { { { { } } } } keys. A A A A Press the { { { { User Tools} } } } key.

  • Page 192: Check Counter

    User Tool Menus in Detail D D D D Keep pressing the [→ → → → ] or { { { { } } } } } } } } key 6-1 Check Counter to display the number of masters and prints made under your user A A A A Press the { { { { User Tools} } } } key.

  • Page 193: Chg. User Code

    User Tools C C C C Enter 2 with the number keys, 6-5 Chg. User Code and then press the [OK] or { { { { q q } } } } key. A A A A Press the { { { { User Tools} } } } key. D D D D Select [Single] or [All] with the [←...

  • Page 194: Del. User Code

    User Tool Menus in Detail F F F F D D D D Keep pressing the [→ → → → ] or { { { { } } } } } } } } key Enter the new user code with the number keys.
  • Page 195 User Tools...

  • Page 196: Troubleshooting

    5. Troubleshooting If Your Machine Does Not Operate as You Want If a malfunction or a misfeed occurs, the following messages will appear on the panel display. Message Meaning Check the original direc- The paper is not placed in the same direction as the original. tion.
  • Page 197 Troubleshooting Message Meaning Print image is larger The master image previously printed is larger than the paper, the than the selected paper image exceeds the paper size. size. Make prints again after pressing the [Exit] key and selecting the pa- Change the paper size.
  • Page 198 If Your Machine Does Not Operate as You Want - When a service call message is shown on the panel display Press the [Exit] key. Then turn the main switch off and back on again. If a service code appears again, contact your service representative. Note ❒...

  • Page 199: If You Cannot Make Prints As You Want

    Troubleshooting If You Cannot Make Prints as You Want Problem Cause Action Misfeeds occur frequently. Improper paper type is select- Select proper paper type. See p.43 “Printing onto Various Kinds of Paper”. When you try to set several Some functions cannot be See p.139 “Combination functions at a time, you can- used together.

  • Page 200: Loading Paper

    Loading Paper Loading Paper B B B B The Load Paper indicator (B) lights Adjust the paper feed side plates when the paper feed tray runs out of to match the paper size. paper. Limitation ❒ Load paper when the paper feed tray is completely empty.

  • Page 201: Clearing Misfeeds

    Troubleshooting x Clearing Misfeeds R CAUTION: • Be careful not to cut yourself on - To prevent paper misfeeds: any sharp edges when you reach Check the following before restarting inside the machine to remove the printing run. misfed sheets of paper or mas- ters.

  • Page 202: A + B" Paper Misfeeds In The Paper Feed Section

    x Clearing Misfeeds • When paper edges stick together x + A + B” Paper Misfeeds in ”x or paper is not fed in, fan the paper as shown. the Paper Feed Section A A A A Open the front door. B B B B Lower drum unit lock lever (B1).

  • Page 203: B" Paper Or Master Wrapped Around The Drum

    Troubleshooting E E E E C C C C If you cannot remove the misfed Take out the drum. paper, remove it from the paper feed tray. F F F F Set the drum unit and close the front door. Note ❒...
  • Page 204 x Clearing Misfeeds B B B B Lower drum unit lock lever (B1). When paper is misfed inside the machine A A A A Open the front cover. B B B B Lower drum unit lock lever (B1). C C C C Take out the drum.

  • Page 205: C" Paper Misfeeds In The Paper Exit Section

    Troubleshooting F F F F Set the drum unit and close the x + C” Paper Misfeeds in the ”x front door. Paper Exit Section Note A A A A ❒ For setting the drum unit, see Slowly, but firmly pull out the p.130 “Changing the Color misfed paper.

  • Page 206: D" Master Misfeeds In The Master Feed Section

    x Clearing Misfeeds G G G G Position the master roll so that the x + D” Master Misfeeds in ”x edge reaches the interior of the the Master Feed Section master holder. A A A A Pull out the master tray until it stops.

  • Page 207: B + E" Master Misfeeds In The Master Eject Section

    Troubleshooting C C C C Take out the drum. x + B + E” Master Misfeeds ”x in the Master Eject Section A A A A Open the front door. B B B B Lower drum unit lock lever (B1). C C C C Take out the drum.

  • Page 208: E" Master Misfeeds In The Master Eject Section

    x Clearing Misfeeds E E E E Pull out lever (E3) and remove the x + E” Master Misfeeds in ”x misfed master. the Master Eject Section A A A A Open the front door. B B B B Grasp handle (E1) and pull out the master eject unit until it stops.

  • Page 209: P" Original Misfeeds Occur When Using The Optional Document Feeder

    Troubleshooting x + P” Original Misfeeds ”x - If master misfeeds occur often Occur When Using the If the master misfeeds often, frag- Optional Document Feeder ments of the master might be left in the bottom of the master tray. Re- A A A A Open the document feeder (ADF) move the fragments.

  • Page 210: R1" Paper Misfeeds In The Optional Sorter

    x Clearing Misfeeds E E E E • Originals written in pencil Return the document feed sheet • Thin originals that have low stiff- to its original position. ness F F F F Close the document feeder (ADF) • Originals with index tabs cover until it clicks in position •...

  • Page 211: R2" Paper Misfeeds In The Optional Sorter

    Troubleshooting B B B B Note Remove the misfed paper. ❒ The illustration describes how to remove misfed paper from the lower tray. Follow the same procedure for removing mis- feeds in the upper tray. C C C C Close the upper and lower side covers.
  • Page 212 x Clearing Misfeeds B B B B If the misfed paper is deep inside the bin and you cannot remove it, press the green button B B B B while pressing the button A A A A . When the misfed paper is pushed out, re- move it from the sorter.

  • Page 213: When The Open Cover/Unit Indicator

    Troubleshooting When the Open Cover/Unit Indicator (M Lights MMake sure that the following ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Lower tray cover of the optional sorter doors/covers are closed. Close the lower tray cover of the sorter. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Front door Close the front door completely.

  • Page 214: When The Add Ink Indicator

    When the Add Ink Indicator (j) Lights j ) Lights When the Add Ink Indicator (j The Add Ink indicator (j) lights when it is time to supply ink. R CAUTION: • If ink comes into contact with your eyes, rinse immediately in running water. For other symptoms, consult a doctor.
  • Page 215 Troubleshooting C C C C Remove the used ink cartridge. D D D D Remove the cap of the new ink cartridge. E E E E Insert the new cartridge into the ink holder. Note ❒ Always supply ink of the same color. F F F F Return the ink holder to its original position until it clicks.

  • Page 216: When The Master End Indicator (C C ) Lights

    When the Master End Indicator (C) Lights C ) Lights When the Master End Indicator (C The Master End indicator (C) lights when it is time to replace the master roll or when you need to set the master roll. R CAUTION: •...
  • Page 217 Troubleshooting G G G G Position the master roll so that the edge reaches the interior of the master holder. H H H H Close the master guide. I I I I Push in the master tray until it stops.

  • Page 218: When The Master Eject Indicator

    When the Master Eject Indicator (k) Lights k ) Lights When the Master Eject Indicator (k F F F F The Master Eject indicator (k) lights Remove the used master by push- when it is time to empty the master ing down the handle (1) towards eject unit or when you need to set the the waste container (2).

  • Page 219: When Other Indicators Are Lit

    Troubleshooting When Other Indicators Are Lit Indicator Meaning and action The key counter (option) is not set. Insert the key counter. • (Metric version) Color drum unit is installed. • (Inch version) A3/11" × 17" drum unit is set. • (Metric version) •...

  • Page 220: When Prints Are Not Delivered In A Neat Stack

    When Prints Are Not Delivered in a Neat Stack When Prints Are Not Delivered in a Neat Stack Note When Printing on Small Size ❒ Make sure that the paper size Paper and direction in the panel dis- play match the actual paper size A A A A and direction of the paper on Adjust the angle of the end plate...

  • Page 221: Poor Printing

    Troubleshooting Poor Printing Dirty Background If the background of prints is dirty, the drum unit might be dirty. R CAUTION: • If ink comes into contact with your eyes, rinse immediately in running water. For other symptoms, consult a doctor. R CAUTION: •...
  • Page 222 Poor Printing B B B B Pull out the drum unit. Note ❒ For taking out the drum unit, see p.130 “Changing the Color Drum Unit”. C C C C While pressing the drum lock, turn the drum until you can see the trailing edge of the master.
  • Page 223 Troubleshooting E E E E Turn the drum unit and lock it after cleaning. F F F F Insert the drum unit until it locks into position, and then lower the drum unit lock lever. G G G G Close the front door. H H H H Turn on the main switch.

  • Page 224: Black Lines/Stained Prints

    Poor Printing Black Lines/Stained Prints Check the exposure glass cover and clean it if dirty. See p.208 “Cleaning the ex- posure glass cover”. Check the exposure glass and clean it if dirty. See p.208 “Cleaning the exposure glass”. Check the sheet of the optional document feeder and clean it if dirty. See p.209 “Cleaning the Sheet”.
  • Page 225 Troubleshooting...

  • Page 226: Remarks

    6. Remarks Do's and Don'ts R CAUTION: • Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before you move the machine. While moving the machine, you should take care that the power cord will not be damaged under the machine. Important ❒...
  • Page 227 Remarks • If the printed paper is stored for more than one day, the paper may become wrinkled. If this paper is used, wrinkles may also appear on the master. If the paper will be stored for more than one day, store it in its original wrapping paper or other protective covering.

  • Page 228: Where To Put Your Machine

    Where to Put Your Machine Where to Put Your Machine Environment Your machine's location should be carefully chosen because environmental con- ditions greatly affect its performance. Optimum environmental conditions R CAUTION: • Keep the machine away from humidity and dust. Otherwise a fire or an elec- tric shock might occur.

  • Page 229: Power Connection

    Remarks Power Connection R WARNING: • Connect the machine only to the power source described on the inside front cover of this manual. Connect the power cord directly into a wall outlet and do not use an extension cord. • Do not damage, break or make any modifications to the power cord. Do not place heavy objects on it.
  • Page 230 Where to Put Your Machine ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Main frame with the optional sorter * Optional sorter 1. More than 20cm, 8.0" 2. More than 100cm, 40.0" 3. More than 60cm, 23.7"...

  • Page 231: Maintaining Your Machine

    Remarks Maintaining Your Machine To maintain high print quality, clean Cleaning the exposure glass cover the following parts and units regular- A A A A Lift the exposure glass cover. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Cleaning the machine B B B B Clean the exposure glass cover Wipe the machine with a soft, with a damp cloth and wipe it...

  • Page 232: Cleaning The Optional Document Feeder

    Maintaining Your Machine Cleaning the Optional Document Feeder Cleaning the Sheet A A A A Lift the document feeder. B B B B Clean the sheet with a damp cloth and wipe it with a dry cloth. Note ❒ If you do not clean the sheet, marks on the sheet will be print-...
  • Page 233 Remarks...

  • Page 234: Specifications

    7. Specifications Main Frame ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Configuration: Floor standing (with custom table or cabinet.). ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Printing Process: Full automatic one drum system ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Original Type: Sheet/Book ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Original Size: Maximum 305mm ×...
  • Page 235 Specifications ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Printing Area: • A3 drum: • Inch version: More than 290 × 420mm, 11.4" × 16.5" • Metric version: More than 290mm × 410mm, 11.4" × 16.1" • A4 drum: More than 290mm × 200mm, 11.4" × 7.8" ❖...
  • Page 236 Main Frame ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Master Eject Unit Capacity: • A3 drum More than 60 masters • A4 drum 90 masters ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Dimensions (W × × × × D × × × × H) Width Depth Height Stored 730mm, 28.8"...
  • Page 237 Specifications ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Optional Equipment: • Drum unit: Color Drums Type 55(L) A3, 11" × 17" " × 11" Type 55(S) A4, 8 • Document Feeder Type 85 Note ❒ Specifications are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 238: Document Feeder (Option)

    Document Feeder (Option) Document Feeder (Option) ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Original Type: Sheet ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Original Weight: 52.3g/m to 127.9g/m , 13.9 lb to 34 lb ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Original Size: Max. 297mm × 864mm, 11.7" × 34.0" Min.

  • Page 239: Sorter (Option)

    Specifications Sorter (Option) ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Number of Bins: 40 bins ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Paper Sizes: Bins: A3 L, B4 L, A4 LK, B5 L, 11" × 17" L, 8 " × 14" L, 8 " × 11" LK Paper delivery tray: A3 L, B4 L, A4 LK, B5 LK, A5 L, B6 L, A6 L, 11"...

  • Page 240: Twin Color Press Roller Printing System Tc-Ii (Option)

    Twin Color Press Roller Printing System TC-II (Option) Twin Color Press Roller Printing System TC-II (Option) ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Configuration: Floor standing (with custom table or cabinet) ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Printing Process: Twin color press roller printing system ❖...

  • Page 241: Consumables

    Specifications Consumables Name Size Remarks Master: Length: 110m, 363ft/roll A3 drum Width: 320mm, 12.6" 2 Rolls/case More than 200 masters can be made per roll A4 drum 330 masters can be made per roll Ink-Black 1,000ml/pack Environmental conditions: -5 to 40°C 10 –...

  • Page 242: Index

    INDEX {~ ~ ~ ~ }{} } } } }{| | | | }{{} , 7 Cancel , 9 Cancel Comb. , 150 Changing the Printing Speed , 27 Check Counter , 154 , 169 16 single-sided originals → 1 single-sided Chg.
  • Page 243 Eco. Mode ON/OFF , 148 key counter , 196 Economy Mode , 50 Key Operator Code , 155 {Economy Mode} } } } key , 6 Keys , 6 Edge Erase , 41 {Edge Erase} } } } key , 6 Energy Saver Mode , 22 Language on LCD , 145 Energy Saving , 146...
  • Page 244 Poor Printing , 198 Position(Date) , 153 Network , 156 Position(Page) , 154 Next , 9 Power Connection , 206 No. of Q.start , 150 , 162 Prev. , 9 No. of Skip Feed , 150 , 161 Printing in Two Colors , 132 No Orig.
  • Page 245 {Sorter} } } } key , 6 Special feature indicator , 8 Special Kinds of Paper , 44 Specifications , 211 Stamp , 113 , 152 Stamp Density , 152 {Stamp} } } } key , 6 Stamp Position , 153 , 164 standard paper , 43 Standard Printing , 19 {Start} } } } key , 7...
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  • Page 248 Phone: +31-(0)20-5474111 37139 Verona Phone: +39-045-8181500 United Kingdom Hong Kong RICOH UK LTD. Ricoh House, RICOH HONG KONG LTD. 1 Plane Tree Crescent, Feltham, 21/F., Tai Yau Building, Middlesex, TW13 7HG 181, Johnston Road, Phone: +44-(0)20-8261-4000 Wan Chai, Hong Kong...

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