Page 1 User’s Guide [Copy Operations]...
Page 2: Energy Star
Introduction Introduction Thank you for choosing this machine. This manual contains details on the operation of the various functions of the machine, precautions on its use, and basic troubleshooting procedures. In order to ensure that this machine is used correctly and efficiently, carefully read this manual before using the machine.
Page 3: Trademarks And Registered Trademarks
Introduction Trademarks and registered trademarks KONICA MINOLTA, KONICA MINOLTA Logo, and The essentials of imaging are registered trademarks or trademarks of KONICA MINOLTA HOLDINGS, INC. PageScope and bizhub are registered trademarks or trademarks of KONICA MINOLTA BUSINESS TECHNOLOGIES, INC. Netscape Communications, the Netscape Communications logo, Netscape Navigator, Netscape Communicator, and Netscape are trademarks of Net- scape Communications Corporation.
Page 4 Introduction 4. The names “OpenSSL Toolkit” and “OpenSSL Project” must not be used to endorse or promote products derived from this software without prior written permission. For written permission, please contact openssl- core@openssl.org. 5. Products derived from this software may not be called “OpenSSL” nor may “OpenSSL”...
Page 5 Introduction Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modifica- tion, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met: 1. Redistributions of source code must retain the copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer. 2.
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Introduction Contents Introduction ® Energy Star ..................x-1 ® What is an ENERGY STAR Product? ..........x-1 Trademarks and registered trademarks ......... x-2 Contents .................... x-5 Available features ................x-18 Selecting the print color ..............x-18 Automatically selecting the paper ..........x-18 Adjusting copies to the size of the paper ........x-18 Specifying separate horizontal and vertical zoom ratios ....x-18 Scanning the document in separate batches .......x-18 Center binding ................x-19...
Page 7 Introduction Checking the copy settings ............x-26 Enlarging the size of text in touch panel screens ......x-26 Displaying explanations of functions and settings .......x-26 Interrupting a copy job ..............x-27 Printing a sample copy ..............x-27 Adjust color parameters ..............x-28 General information about color ............x-30 Relationship between hue, brightness and saturation (color model) ..................x-31 “Red”...
Page 8 Introduction Legal restrictions on copying ............x-53 Installation and operation precautions Safety information ................1-2 Warning and precaution symbols ..........1-2 Meaning of symbols ............... 1-2 Regulation notices ................1-9 CE Marking (Declaration of Conformity) for users of the European Union (EU) ..............1-9 USER INSTRUCTIONS FCC PART 15 - RADIO FREQUENCY DEVICES (for U.S.A.
Page 9 Introduction Adjusting the angle of the control panel ........2-23 To adjust the angle of the control panel ........2-23 Turning on the Main Power and the Auxiliary Power ....2-25 To turn on the machine ..............2-25 To scan during warm-up ...............2-27 To turn off the machine ..............2-29 Automatically canceling the settings (automatic panel reset) ..2-30 Automatically canceling the mode screen (automatic system reset) ...............2-30...
Page 10 Introduction Selecting the document orientation (Original Direction settings) ............3-21 To specify an original direction setting ........3-22 Selecting the position of the binding margin (Margin settings) ..3-23 To specify a margin setting ............3-24 To change scan settings for each document ....... 3-26 Selecting a color setting ..............
Page 11 Introduction Separating copies by pages (“Group” setting) ......3-67 Stapling copies (Staple settings) ..........3-69 To bind copies with staples ............3-71 Punching holes in copies (Punch settings) ........3-73 To punch holes in copies ..............3-74 3.13 Specifying center binding ...............3-76 To bind copies at the center (“Fold & Staple”) ......3-77 3.14 Scanning the next document to be copied while a copy job is being printed (next job reservation) ..........3-78...
Page 12 Main unit ..................5-46 ADF ....................5-48 Finisher ..................5-49 Main messages and their remedies ..........5-50 Specifications Specifications ................... 6-2 bizhub C250 ................... 6-2 Option specifications ..............6-5 Automatic duplex unit AD-503 ............6-5 Automatic document feeder DF-601 ..........6-5 C250 x-11...
Page 13 Introduction Paper feed cabinet PC-103 ............6-7 Paper feed cabinet PC-203 ............6-7 Paper feed cabinet PC-403 ............6-7 Finisher FS-603 ................6-8 Punch kit PK-501 ................6-9 Finisher FS-501 ................6-9 Job separator JS-601 ..............6-10 Copy paper/original documents Copy paper ..................7-2 Possible paper sizes ...............7-2 Paper types and paper capacities ..........7-4 Special paper ..................7-5 Precautions for paper ..............7-7...
Page 14 Introduction Inserting copies of a different document for a specified page (“Insert Image” function) ..............8-12 To copy using the “Insert Image” function ........8-12 Specifying pages to be printed on the front side (“Chapters” function) ..............8-16 To copy using the “Chapters” function ........8-17 Producing separate copies of each page in a page spread (“Book Copy”...
Page 15 Introduction 8.18 Printing the Date/Time, page number or distribution number on copies (Stamp functions) ............8-63 Printing the Date/Time (“Date/Time” function) ......8-64 To copy using the “Date/Time” function ........8-64 Printing the page number (“Page #” function) ......8-67 To copy using the “Page #” function ..........8-67 Printing the distribution number (“Set Numbering”...
Page 16 Introduction 10.3 When the message “Preventive maintenance time.” appears ..................10-10 11 Managing jobs (Job List) 11.1 Overview of the Job List screen ............ 11-2 Jobs ..................... 11-2 Multi-Job feature ................11-2 Job list screens ................11-3 11.2 Performing operations on jobs ............11-6 To delete a job ................
Page 17 Introduction Fax setting ..................12-37 System connection ..............12-37 Security setting ................12-39 Displaying the Administrator Setting screen .......12-43 12.5 Overview of weekly timer settings ..........12-45 Requisite ..................12-45 12.6 Adjusting the printer ..............12-46 Adjusting the starting print position at the leading edge position ..................12-46 Adjusting the starting print position at the left edge ....12-48 Adjusting the starting print position for the second side ....12-50 Adjusting printing according to the media ........12-52...
Page 18 Introduction 12.14 Enhanced security settings ............12-93 12.15 Viewing the status of the consumables ........12-96 Displaying the unit life indicator screen ........12-96 13 Appendix 13.1 Entering text ..................13-2 To type text .................. 13-4 List of available characters ............13-4 13.2 Glossary ...................
Page 19: Available Features
Introduction Available features Selecting the print color The color used to print copies can be specified, for example, the copy can be printed in full color or in black and white. For details, refer to “Selecting a color setting” on page 3-29. Automatically selecting the paper The most appropriate paper size can automatically be selected based on the size of the loaded document and the specified zoom ratio.
Page 20: Center Binding
Introduction Center binding Copies can be folded at their center and bound with staples. For details, refer to “To bind copies at the center (“Fold & Staple”)” on page 3-77. Sorting copies The finishing method for copies can be selected. For details, refer to “Separating copies by sets (“Sort”...
Page 21: Copying Multiple Document Pages Onto A Single Page
Introduction Copying multiple document pages onto a single page Multiple pages of the document can be printed together on a single page. For details, refer to “Copying multiple document pages onto a single page (Combine Originals)” on page 3-63. ABC DEF Copying a document containing various page sizes A document with various page sizes can be scanned and copied together.
Page 22: Adding A Cover Page
Introduction Adding a cover page Cover pages can be added to copies, or copies can be made using different paper (for example, colored paper) for only the cover pages. For details, refer to “Adding cover pages (“Cover Mode” function)” on page 8-5.
Page 23: Printing Double-Sided Copies With The Specified Page On The Front Side
Introduction Printing double-sided copies with the specified page on the front side Double-sided copies can be printed with the specified pages on the front side. For details, refer to “Specifying pages to be printed on the front side (“Chap- ters” function)” on page 8-16. Copying with reversed colors A document can be copied with the light- and dark-colored areas of the doc- ument image inversed.
Page 24: Copying With A Background Color
Introduction Copying with a background color A document can be copied using one of the 18 colors available as the color of the background (blank areas). For details, refer to “Adding a background color to copies (“Background Color” function)” on page 8-47. Improving the copy color quality You can adjust color copies to the quality for the desired image.
Page 25: Repeating Copy Images
Introduction Repeating copy images A document image can be repeatedly printed on a single sheet of paper. For details, refer to “Tiling copy images (“Image Repeat” function)” on page 8-29. Printing the enlarged image on multiple pages A single document page can be automatically split into parts with each part printed enlarged.
Page 26: Copying With The Page Layout Of A Magazine
Introduction Copying with the page layout of a magazine Copies can be made with the pages arranged in a layout for center binding, such as for a magazine. For details, refer to “Copying with the page layout of a magazine (“Booklet” function)”...
Page 27: Printing Distribution Numbers Or Copy Protection Text On
Introduction Printing distribution numbers or copy protection text on copies Pages numbers or copy protection text (hidden text that prevents improper copying) can be printed on copies, or each copy set can be printed with dis- tribution numbers. For details, refer to “Printing the Date/Time, page number or distribution number on copies (Stamp functions)”...
Page 28: Interrupting A Copy Job
Introduction Interrupting a copy job The copy job being printed can be interrupted in order for a different copy job to be printed. For details, refer to “Interrupting a copy job (Interrupt mode)” on page 4-8. Printing a sample copy Before printing a large number of copies, a single sample copy can be print- ed so that it can be checked.
Page 29: Adjust Color Parameters
Introduction Adjust color parameters This section provides copy samples that are a helpful reference for setting the wide variety of parameters, functions and settings available with this full- color copier. Section Description Section Description General Information Provides informa- “Contrast” Parameter Provides informa- About Color tion on hue, bright-...
Page 30 Introduction Section Description Section Description “2 Color” Function Provides informa- “Neg-/Pos. Reverse” Provides informa- tion on copying us- Function tion on copying a ing only black and document with the one selected color light- and dark- (p. x-44) colored areas of the image inversed (p.
Page 31: General Information About Color
Introduction General information about color Everybody has an idea of what hue an object has, for example, an apple is red, a lemon is yellow, and the sky is blue. Hue is the tint by which the color of an object is classified as red, yellow, blue, etc. Brightness is the degree of lightness in a color, as What makes the difference between the yellow of a compared with another color, which makes it a light...
Page 32: Relationship Between Hue, Brightness And Saturation (Color Model
Introduction Relationship between hue, brightness and saturation (color model) Hue, brightness and saturation are the elements that we call the “three at- tributes of color”. We can think of their affects using the solid object shown in figure 1, where the outer edge is the hue, the vertical axis is the brightness, and the horizontal axis from the center is the saturation.
Page 33: Red" Parameter
Introduction “Red” parameter This parameter can be used to adjust the degree of red in the image to one of 19 levels. For details on the setting procedure, refer to page 8-49. Original – 3 Sample images x-32 C250...
Page 34: Green" Parameter
Introduction “Green” parameter This parameter can be used to adjust the degree of green in the image to one of 19 levels. For details on the setting procedure, refer to page 8-49. Original – 3 Sample images C250 x-33...
Page 35: Blue" Parameter
Introduction “Blue” parameter This parameter can be used to adjust the degree of blue in the image to one of 19 levels. For details on the setting procedure, refer to page 8-49. Original – 3 Sample images x-34 C250...
Page 36: Color Balance" Parameter (Cmyk Color Adjustment
Introduction “Color Balance” parameter (CMYK color adjustment) By mixing the four toner colors (yellow, magenta, and cyan in addition to black) in a full-color copy, the colors of the document can be reproduced. Changing the amount of each color of toner enables the tints in the copy to be finely adjusted.
Page 37 Introduction Yellow Increasing the amount of yellow Increasing the red tinge Increasing the green tinge Decreasing the Decreasing the amount of cyan amount of magenta Original Increasing the Increasing the amount of magenta amount of cyan Decreasing the amount of yellow Magenta Cyan Increasing the blue tinge...
Page 38: Brightness" Parameter
Introduction “Brightness” parameter This parameter can be used to finely adjust the brightness of the image to one of 19 levels. For details on the setting procedure, refer to page 8-49. Original –3 Sample images C250 x-37...
Page 39: Contrast" Parameter
Introduction “Contrast” parameter This parameter can be used to finely adjust the image to one of 19 levels be- tween soft/smooth and crisp. For details on the setting procedure, refer to page 8-49. Original – 3 Sample images x-38 C250...
Page 40: Saturation" Parameter
Introduction “Saturation” parameter This parameter can be used to finely adjust the vividness of the image to one of 19 levels. For details on the setting procedure, refer to page 8-49. Original – 3 Sample images C250 x-39...
Page 41: Sharpness" Parameter
Introduction “Sharpness” parameter This parameter can be used to adjust the amount of contours in text and im- ages to one of 7 levels. For details on the setting procedure, refer to page 8-49. Original – 3 Sample images x-40 C250...
Page 42: Hue" Parameter
Introduction “Hue” parameter This parameter can be used to finely adjust the hue of the image to one of 19 levels. For details on the setting procedure, refer to page 8-49. Original – 3 Sample images C250 x-41...
Page 43: Copy Density" Parameter
Introduction “Copy Density” parameter This parameter can be used to finely adjust the light and shading of the im- age to one of 19 levels. For details on the setting procedure, refer to page 8-49. Original – 3 Sample images x-42 C250...
Page 44: Single Color" Function
Introduction “Single Color” function This function allows you to copy a document using only one of the 21 colors available. For details on the setting procedure, refer to page 3-29. Sepia 1 Yellow Sepia 2 Magenta Camel Cyan Brown Forest Green Green Maroon...
Page 45: Color" Function
Introduction “2 Color” function This setting allows you to produce copies with the black areas of the docu- ment printed in black and the color areas of the document printed in one of the six colors available. For details on the setting procedure, refer to page 3-29. Cyan Green Magenta...
Page 46: Background Color" Function
Introduction “Background Color” function This function allows you to copy a document using one of the 18 colors avail- able as the color of the background (blank areas). For details on the setting procedure, refer to page 8-47. Yellow Camel Brown Magenta Cyan...
Page 47: Neg-/Pos. Reverse" Function
Introduction “Neg-/Pos. Reverse” function This function allows you to copy a document with the light-colored areas and the dark-colored areas of the image inversed. For details on the setting procedure, refer to page 8-41. Monotone copy Sepia 1 Yellow Sepia 2 Magenta Camel Cyan...
Page 48: Mirror Image" Function
Introduction “Mirror Image” function This function allows you to copy a mirror image of the original document. For details on the setting procedure, refer to page 8-43. Original C250 x-47...
Page 49: Explanation Of Manual Conventions
Introduction Explanation of manual conventions Note Titles indicate the contents of the section. Text highlighted in this manner contains references and supplemental information concerning operating procedures and other descriptions. We recommend that this information Basic Copy Operations be read carefully. Selecting a Paper Setting The paper size can be selected automatically according to the document size or it can be specified manually.
Page 50: Descriptions And Symbols For Documents And Paper
Introduction Descriptions and symbols for documents and paper The use of words and symbols in this manual are explained below. “Width” and “Length” Whenever paper dimensions are mentioned in this manual, the first value always refers to the width of the paper (shown as “Y”...
Page 51 Introduction Crosswise (v) If the width (Y) of the paper is longer than the length (X), the paper has a horizontal or land- scape orientation, indicated by v. x-50 C250...
Page 52: User's Guides
Introduction User’s Guides The following User’s Guides have been prepared for this machine. User’s Guide [Copy Operations] <this manual> This manual contains details on basic operations and the operating proce- dures for the various copy functions. - Refer to this User’s Guide for details on operating procedures for copy functions, including precautions on installation/use, turning the machine on/off, loading paper, and troubleshooting operations such as clearing paper misfeeds.
Page 53: Quick Guide [Print Operations]
Introduction Quick Guide [Print Operations] This manual contains details on operating procedures using the standard built-in printer controller. - Refer to this User’s Guide for basic operating procedures for the printing functions. x-52 C250...
Page 54: Legal Restrictions On Copying
Introduction Legal restrictions on copying Certain types of documents must never be copied with the purpose or intent to pass copies of such documents off as the originals. The following is not a complete list, but is meant to be used as a guide to responsible copying.
Page 55 Introduction x-54 C250...
Page 56: Installation And Operation Precautions
Installation and operation precautions...
Page 57: Safety Information
Installation and operation precautions Installation and operation precautions Safety information This section contains detailed instructions on the operation and maintenance of this machine. To achieve optimum utility of this device, all operators should carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual. Please read the following section before connecting the machine to the sup- ply.
Page 58 Installation and operation precautions Disassemble and modification WARNING • Do not attempt to remove the covers and pan- els which have been fixed to the product. Some products have a high-voltage part or a laser beam source inside that could cause an electri- cal shock or blindness.
Page 59 Installation and operation precautions Power source WARNING • Use only the specified power source voltage. Failure to do that could result in a fire or electri- cal shock. • Connect power plug directly into wall outlet having the same configuration as the plug. Use of an adapter leads to the product connecting to inadequate power supply (voltage, current capacity, grounding), and may result in fire or...
Page 60 Installation and operation precautions Power plug WARNING • Do not unplug and plug in the power cord with a wet hand, as an electrical shock could result. • Plug the power cord all the way into the power outlet. Failure to do this could result in a fire or electrical shock.
Page 61 Installation and operation precautions Installation WARNING • Do not place a flower vase or other container that contains water, or metal clips or other small metallic objects on this product. Spilled water or metallic objects dropped inside the product could result in a fire, electrical shock, or breakdown.
Page 62 Installation and operation precautions Ventilation CAUTION • Always use this product in a well ventilated lo- cation. Operating the product in a poorly venti- lated room for an extended period of time could injure your health. Ventilate the room at regular intervals.
Page 63 Installation and operation precautions Consumables WARNING • Do not throw the toner cartridge or toner into an open flame. The hot toner may scatter and cause burns or other damage. CAUTION • Do not leave a toner unit or drum unit in a place within easy reach of children.
Page 64: Regulation Notices
Installation and operation precautions Regulation notices CE Marking (Declaration of Conformity) for users of the European Union (EU) This product complies with the following EU directives: 89/336/EEC, 73/23/EEC and 93/68/EEC directives. This declaration is valid for the area of the European Union. This device must be used with a shielded network (10 Base-T/100 Base-TX) cable and a shielded parallel cable.
Page 65: For Users In Countries Not Subject To Class B Regulations
Installation and operation precautions For users in countries not subject to class B regulations WARNING This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Page 66: Cdrh Regulations
Installation and operation precautions Laser Aperture of the Print Head Unit Print Head CDRH regulations This machine is certified as a Class 1 Laser product under Radiation Per- formance Standard according to the Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act of 1990. Compliance is mandatory for Laser products marketed in the United States and is reported to the Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S.
Page 67: For European Users
Installation and operation precautions For European users CAUTION Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified in this manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure. This is a semiconductor laser. The maximum power of the laser diode is 10 mW and the wavelength is 775-800 nm.
Page 68: For Norway Users
Installation and operation precautions VARO! Avattaessa ja suojalukitus ohitettaessa olet alttiina näkymättömälle la- sersäteilylle. Älä katso säteeseen. VARNING! Osynlig laserstrålning när denna del är öppnad och spärren är urkopplad. Betrakta ej strålen. For Norway users ADVARSEL Dersom apparatet brukes på annen måte enn spesifisert i denne bruksan- visning, kan brukeren utsettes for unsynlig laserstråling som overskrider grensen for laser klass 1.
Page 69: Laser Safety Label
Installation and operation precautions Laser safety label A laser safety label is attached to the outside of the machine, as shown be- low. * Only for the U.S.A. Ozone release Locate the Machine in a Well-Ventilated Room A negligible amount of ozone is generated during normal operation of this machine.
Page 70: Acoustic Noise (For European Users Only)
Installation and operation precautions Acoustic noise (for European users only) Maschinenlärminformations-Verordnung 3. GPSGV: Der höchste Schalldruckpegel beträgt 70 dB(A) oder weniger gemäss EN ISO 7779. For EU member states only This symbol means: Do not dispose of this prod- uct together with your household waste! Please refer to the information of your local com- munity or contact our dealers regrading the prop- er handling of end-of-life electric and electronic...
Page 71: Caution Notations And Labels
Installation and operation precautions Caution notations and labels Safety precaution notations and labels appear on this machine at the follow- ing positions. Be very careful that an accident does not occur when operations such as re- moving paper misfeeds are performed. CAUTION It is illegal to copy certain types of...
Page 72: Space Requirements
Installation and operation precautions Space requirements To ensure that machine operation, consumables replenishing, part replace- ment, and regular maintenance can easily be performed, adhere to the rec- ommended space requirements detailed below. (15-1/2) (29-3/4) 1251 (11-1/4) (49-1/4) (12-1/4) Unit: mm (inch) C250+DF-601+FS-603+PC-403 Reminder Be sure to allow a clearance of 100 mm (4 in.) or more at the back of this...
Page 73: Operation Precautions
Installation and operation precautions Operation precautions To ensure the optimum performance of this machine, observe the precau- tions described below. Power source The power source requirements are as follows. - Voltage fluctuation: Maximum ± 10% (at 110 V/120 to 127 V/220 to 240 V AC) - Frequency fluctuation: Maximum ±...
Page 74: Before Making Copies
Before making copies...
Page 75: Part Names And Their Functions
Before making copies Before making copies Part names and their functions Options C250...
Page 76 Before making copies Part Name Description Automatic Document Feeder Automatically feeds one document sheet at a time DF-601 for scanning, and automatically turns over double- sided documents for scanning Referred to as the “ADF” throughout the manual. Original Cover OC-501 Presses down on the loaded document to keep it in place Referred to as the “original cover”...
Page 77 Before making copies Part Name Description Main unit The document is scanned by the scanner section, and the scanned image is printed by the printer section. Referred to as the “machine”, the “main unit”, or the “C250” throughout the manual. Fax Kit FK-502* Allows this machine to be used as a fax machine Mount Kit MK-706*...
Page 78: Outside Of Machine
Before making copies Outside of machine * The illustration above shows the main unit with the optional original cover, automatic duplex unit, and LCT installed. C250...
Page 79 Before making copies Part Name Description Original cover pad Presses down on the loaded document to keep it in place Automatic duplex unit Turns over the paper for double-sided printing Multiple bypass tray Used when printing onto paper with a size not loaded into a paper tray or onto thick paper, overhead projector transparencies, postcards, envelopes or label sheets...
Page 80 Before making copies * The illustration above shows the main unit with the optional ADF, automatic duplex unit, and double paper feed cabinet installed. C250...
Page 81 Before making copies Part Name Description Document feed tray Loaded with documents facing up (See p. 3-7.) Document exit tray Collects documents that have been scanned Misfeed-clearing cover Opened when clearing document misfeeds [Power] (auxiliary power) key Pressed to turn on/off machine operations, for ex- ample, for copying, printing or scanning When turned off, the machine enters a state where it conserves energy.
Page 82 Before making copies * The illustration above shows the main unit with the optional ADF, automatic duplex unit, LCT, fax multi line and dehumidifier heater installed. C250...
Page 83 Before making copies Part Name Description ADF connector Used for connecting the ADF hookup cord Filter 1 Collects the toner dust generated in the machine Power connector Used for connecting the power cord Dehumidifier heater power switch Used to turn the dehumidifier heater on and off. Turning on the dehumidifier heater reduces mois- ture in the paper.
Page 84: Inside Of Machine
Before making copies Inside of machine C250 2-11...
Page 85 Before making copies Part Name Description Original glass Place a document on the glass so that it can be scanned. (See p. 3-9.) Document transfer belt Feeds the document loaded into the ADF Fusing unit cover Opened when clearing paper misfeeds in the fusing unit M2 release levers Used when printing on envelopes.
Page 86: Finisher Fs-603/Punch Kit Pk-501
Before making copies Finisher FS-603/punch kit PK-501 C250 2-13...
Page 87 Before making copies Part Name Description Exit tray 1 Collects printed pages Upper door Opened when clearing paper misfeeds (See p. 5-36.) Horizontal transport unit cover Opened when clearing paper misfeeds from the horizontal transport unit (See p. 5-36.) Hole-punch waste container Removed when emptying hole-punch waste that has accumulated from using the Punch settings (See p.
Page 88: Finisher Fs-501/Job Separator Js-601
Before making copies Finisher FS-501/job separator JS-601 C250 2-15...
Page 89 Before making copies Part Name Description Front door FN4 Opened when clearing paper misfeeds within the finisher (See p. 5-31.) Misfeed-clearing dials FN5 Turned when clearing paper misfeeds within the finisher (See p. 5-31.) Exit tray 2 Collects printed pages Exit tray 1 Collects printed pages Exit tray 3...
Page 90 Before making copies Precautions for using the finisher: - When moving the finisher, do not grab the exit tray. - Do not place objects below the exit tray 2. If the exit tray falls, damage may result. C250 2-17...
Page 91: Control Panel
Before making copies Control panel Reset Reset Bo Box Fax ax Scan Scan Copy Power Sa er Save Access Access Interr Interrupt Help Help Power er Proof Cop Proof Copy Mode Memor Mode Memory Accessibility Accessibility PQRS PQRS WXYZ WXYZ Stop Stop Utility/...
Page 92 Before making copies Part Name Description [Reset] key Press to clear all settings (except programmed settings) entered in the control panel and touch panel. [Interrupt] key Press to enter Interrupt mode. While the machine is in Interrupt mode, the indicator on the [Interrupt] key lights up in green and the message “Now in Interrupt mode.”...
Page 93 Before making copies Part Name Description [Help] key Press to display the Main Help Menu screen, where descriptions of the various functions and details of operations can be displayed. (See p. 4-17.) Reminder Do not apply extreme pressure to the touch panel, otherwise it may be scratched or damaged.
Page 94: Basic Settings Screen (Basic Screen)
Before making copies Basic settings screen (Basic screen) When the machine is ready to begin making copies after being turned on, the Basic screen appears. To activate a function or to select a setting, lightly touch the desired button in the touch panel. Item Name Description Sub display area...
Page 95: Icons That Appear In The Screen
Before making copies Item Name Description [Separate Scan] button Touch to scan the document in separate batches. A document scanned in different batches can be treated as a single copy job. (See p. 3-11.) Icon display area Icons indicating the status of jobs and the machine are displayed.
Page 96: Adjusting The Angle Of The Control Panel
Before making copies Adjusting the angle of the control panel The control panel can be adjusted to any of three angles. Adjust the control panel to the angle that allows for easy operation. ➀ Upper position (base position) ➁ Middle position ➂...
Page 97 Before making copies The control panel stops at the middle position. To adjust the control panel to an even steeper angle, pull the control panel release lever to- ward you, and then push down on the control panel. The control panel stops at the lower position.
Page 98: Turning On The Main Power And The Auxiliary Power
Before making copies Turning on the Main Power and the Auxiliary Power This machine has two power controls: the main power switch and the [Pow- er] (auxiliary power) key. To turn on the machine The main power switch turns on/off all functions of the machine. Normally, the main power switch is turned on.
Page 99 Before making copies Detail When the control panel is turned on by pressing the [Power] (auxiliary power) button, the indicator on the [Start] key lights up in orange, and a screen indicating that the machine is starting up appears. After a few seconds, the message “Now warming up. Ready to scan.” ap- pears on the touch panel, and the indicator on the [Start] key lights up in green, indicating that a job can now be queued.
Page 100: To Scan During Warm-Up
Before making copies To scan during warm-up Press the [Power] (auxiliary power) button. The indicator on the [Start] key lights up in orange. How is the machine turned on? % For details on turning on the machine, refer to “To turn on the ma- chine”...
Page 101 Before making copies Specify new copy settings and the desired number of copies, and then press the [Start] key. – After the machine has finished warming up, the jobs will automati- cally be printed in the order that they were queued. How is the printing of a job stopped? % Press the [Stop] key.
Page 102: To Turn Off The Machine
Before making copies To turn off the machine Press the [Power] (auxiliary power) button. – Check that the touch panel is turned off. Open the machine’s front door. Set the main power switch to [o]. Close the front door. Reminder When the main power switch is turned off, then on again, wait at least 10 seconds to turn it on after turning it off.
Page 103: Automatically Canceling The Settings (Automatic Panel Reset)
Before making copies Detail The following are cleared when the main power switch and [Power] (aux- iliary power) key are turned off. Settings that have not been programmed Jobs queued to be printed Automatically canceling the settings (automatic panel reset) If the [Reset] key is not pressed and no operation is performed for a specified length of time, settings that have not been programmed, such as the number of copies, are cleared and return to their default settings.
Page 104: Automatically Conserving Energy (Low Power Mode)
Before making copies Automatically conserving energy (Low Power mode) If no operation is performed for a specified length of time, the touch panel goes off and the machine automatically enters a mode where it conserves energy. This is the Low Power mode. The machine can receive jobs even while it is in Low Power mode.
Page 105: Automatically Conserving Energy (Sleep Mode)
Before making copies Automatically conserving energy (Sleep mode) If no operation is performed for a specified length of time, the machine auto- matically enters a mode where it conserves energy. Although the machine conserves more energy in Sleep mode than in Low Power mode, the machine must warm up when Sleep mode is canceled to begin printing again, therefore taking more preparation time than Low Power mode.
Page 106: Manually Conserving Energy
Before making copies Manually conserving energy The machine can be manually set to an energy conservation mode. Press the [Power Save] key (or press the [Power] (auxiliary power) button). Power Save – As the factory de- fault, the machine enters Low Power mode.
Page 107: Automatically Turning The Machine On/Off (Weekly Timer)
Before making copies Automatically turning the machine on/off (weekly timer) The machine can be set to automatically enter Sleep mode according to a usage schedule determined by the administrator or limitations on the use of the machine can be specified. This is the weekly timer.
Page 108 Before making copies Using the keypad, type in the length of time until the machine enters Sleep mode again. Specify a length of time between 5 minutes and 9 hours and 59 min- utes. How can a single digit be input? % First, type in “0”.
Page 109: Controlling Each User's Use Of This Machine (User Authentication)
Before making copies Controlling each user’s use of this machine (user authentication) If user authentication settings have been specified by the administrator, only users that have been registered can use this machine. 0 When user authentication has been set, only users that enter passwords for specified accounts can use this machine.
Page 110 Before making copies – If “Active Directory” was selected for external server authentication, [Domain Name] appears with the name of the default server. Touch [Domain Name] to display the names of servers registered with “Ac- tive Directory”, and then select the desired server. For details on specifying settings for an external server, refer to “To select an au- thentication method”...
Page 111 Before making copies Type in the password, and then touch [OK]. Press the [Access] key. The Basic screen ap- Access pears. Make copies using the desired copy settings. When you are finished printing, press the [Access] key. A message appears, requesting confirmation to log off. Touch [Yes].
Page 112: Controlling Each Account's Use Of This Machine (Account Track)
Before making copies Detail For details on specifying user authentication settings, refer to “User au- thentication/account track” on page 12-34. Note The user authentication settings can be used together with the account track settings. If the “Synchronize User Authentication & Account Track” parameter is set to “Synchronize”, complete user authentication, and then log on by using the account track input screen.
Page 113 Before making copies Touch [Account Name]. – If the Administrator mode settings have been set to “Password On- ly”, touch [Input], and then continue with step 4. Type in the account name, and then touch [OK]. 2-40 C250...
Page 114 Before making copies Touch [Password]. Type in the password, and then touch [OK]. Press the [Access] key. The Basic screen ap- Access pears. Make copies using the desired copy settings. C250 2-41...
Page 115 Before making copies When you are finished printing, press the [Access] key. A message appears, requesting confirmation to log off. Touch [Yes]. The account track screen appears again. Detail If “Account Track Input Method” on the General Settings screen of Ad- ministrator mode was set to “Password Only”, log on is possible by only entering the password.
Page 116: Loading Paper Into The 1St Tray
Before making copies Loading paper into the 1st tray To load paper (1st tray) Pull out the 1st tray. Press down on the pa- per-lifting plate until it locks into place. Paper-lifting Paper take-up plate roller Slide the lateral guides to fit the size of paper to Lateral guide be loaded.
Page 117 Before making copies For paper exceeding A3 size, adjust the trailing- edge guides as shown in the illustration. Trailing-edge Trailing-edge guide guide Load the paper into the tray so that the side of , mark the paper to be printed on (the side facing up when the package was unwrapped) faces up.
Page 118 Before making copies Pull up the upper right- side door release lever, and then open the upper right-side door. Push up the fusing unit cover. Push down the left and right release levers M2 to position. Close the fusing unit cover. C250 2-45...
Page 119 Before making copies Close the upper right-side door. – After printing envelopes, return the left and right M2 release levers to their center positions. Detail When loading paper exceeding A3 size into the 1st tray, the paper can have a width up to 311.1 mm and a length up to 457.2 mm. For details on specifying the paper size for the 1st tray, refer to “To spec- ify a paper size (set size settings)”...
Page 120 Before making copies When loading overhead projector transparencies, load them in the v ori- entation, as shown in the illustration. Do not load overhead projector transparencies in the w orientation. When loading postcards, load them in the w orientation, as shown in the illustration.
Page 121 Before making copies Be sure to load letterhead paper so that the side to be printed on faces down. 2-48 C250...
Page 122: Loading Paper Into The 2Nd, 3Rd Or 4Th Tray
Before making copies Loading paper into the 2nd, 3rd or 4th tray To load paper (2nd, 3rd or 4th tray) Pull out the paper tray. Slide the lateral guides to fit the size of paper to be loaded. Lateral guide Film Load the paper into the tray so that the side of...
Page 123 Before making copies – Load letterhead paper so that the side to be printed on faces down. How is curled paper loaded? % Flatten the paper before loading it. How many sheets of paper can be loaded? % No more than 500 sheets of plain paper can be loaded. In addition, no more than150 sheets of thick paper can be loaded.
Page 124: Loading Paper Into The Lct
Before making copies Loading paper into the LCT To load paper (LCT) 0 If the [Power] (auxiliary power) key is turned off, even while the main pow- er switch is on, the LCT cannot be pulled out, even after the tray release button is pressed.
Page 125 Before making copies Load the paper into the right side of the LCT so that the side of the paper , mark to be printed on (the side facing up when the package was un- wrapped) faces up. How is curled paper loaded? % Flatten the paper be- Film...
Page 126 Before making copies Reminder Be careful not to touch the film. Do not load so many sheets of paper that the top of the stack is higher than the , mark. For details on the paper that can be loaded into the LCT, refer to “Copy paper/original documents”...
Page 127: Loading Paper Into The Bypass Tray
Before making copies Loading paper into the bypass tray Paper can be fed manually through the bypass tray if you wish to copy onto paper that is not loaded into a paper tray, or if you wish to copy onto thick paper, postcards, envelopes, overhead projector transparencies or label sheets.
Page 128 Before making copies Touch [Change Tray Settings], and then select the setting for the paper. – Touch [Standard Size], and then touch the button for the size of pa- per that is loaded. – To print on colored paper, envelopes, or letterheads, touch [ and then select the paper type.
Page 129 Before making copies – For details on selecting a setting for wide paper, refer to “To specify a setting for oversized paper (Oversized Paper settings)” on page 7-18. What should be done if media other than postcards are inserted? % Select the appropriate paper type. What paper type is selected when label sheets are loaded? % Select “Thick 1”.
Page 130 Before making copies Push down the left and right release levers M2 to position. Close the fusing unit cover. Close the upper right-side door. Reminder After printing on envelopes, return the left and right M2 release levers to their center positions, otherwise decreased image quality may result when printing on plain paper.
Page 131 Before making copies A maximum of 20 postcards can be loaded into the bypass tray. When loading overhead projector transparencies, load them in the v ori- entation, as shown in the illustration. Do not load overhead projector transparencies in the w orientation. A maximum of 10 overhead projector transparencies can be loaded into the bypass tray.
Page 132 Before making copies A maximum of 10 envelopes can be loaded into the bypass tray. Flap side When loading label sheets, load them in the w orientation, as shown in the illustration. Do not load label sheets in the v orientation. A maximum of 10 label sheets can be loaded into the bypass tray.
Page 133 Before making copies Be sure to load letterhead paper so that the side to be printed on faces Note The image will be printed on the surface of the paper facing down when the paper is loaded into the bypass tray. Detail For details on specifying the paper size for the bypass tray, refer to “To specify a paper size (set size settings)”...
Page 134: Basic Copy Operations
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Page 135: General Copy Operation
Basic copy operations Basic copy operations General copy operation This section contains information on the general operation for making cop- ies. The following procedure describes how to copy a single-sided document using basic copy operations. Note Some settings cannot be used together. For details on the settings that cannot be combined, refer to “Operations that cannot be combined”...
Page 136 Basic copy operations Specify the necessary copy settings. – The default settings when this machine is purchased are listed be- low. [Color]: Auto Color [Paper]: Auto Paper Select [Zoom]: Full size (× 1.000) [Simplex/Duplex]: 1→1 [Quality/Density]: Text/Photo – For details on specifying Original settings, refer to “Specifying orig- inal settings”...
Page 137: Copies
Basic copy operations Using the keypad, type in the desired number of copies. – If the number of cop- ies was incorrectly entered, press the [C] (clear) key in the keypad, and then specify the correct number of copies. Press the [Start] key. –...
Page 138: Operations That Cannot Be Combined
Basic copy operations Operations that cannot be combined Certain copy settings cannot be used together. Specifying settings that cannot be combined will result in one of the following occurring. - The setting specified last is given priority. (The setting specified first is canceled.) - The setting specified first is given priority.
Page 139: Operations Where The Setting Specified First Is Given Priority
Basic copy operations The “2 Position” Staple setting is automatically cancelled, and the “Booklet” function is set. To select the “2 Position” Staple setting, cancel the “Booklet” function, and then select the “2 Position” setting. Operations where the setting specified first is given priority If a warning message appears, indicating that settings cannot be combined, those settings cannot be specified together.
Page 140: Feeding The Document
Basic copy operations Feeding the document The document can be fed in either of the following two ways. Be sure to po- sition the document correctly according to the type of document being cop- ied. Document Feed Method Features Using the ADF By using the ADF, a multi-page document can be fed automatically.
Page 141 Basic copy operations Load the document face up in the document feed tray. – Load the document pages so that the top of the document is toward the back or the right side of the machine. Adjust the document guides to the size of the document.
Page 142: To Place The Document On The Original Glass
Basic copy operations To place the document on the original glass 0 For details on the types of documents that can be placed on the original glass, refer to “Original documents” on page 7-25. 0 When placing the document on the original glass, be sure to lift open the ADF at least 20°.
Page 143 Basic copy operations Align the document with mark in the back- left corner of the docu- ment scales. – For details on select- ing the document orientation, refer to “Selecting the docu- Document scales ment orientation (Original Direction settings)” on page 3-21.
Page 144: Scanning The Document In Separate Batches ("Separate Scan" Setting)
Basic copy operations Scanning the document in separate batches (“Separate Scan” setting) A large document can be divided and scanned in a number of batches. A maximum of 100 document pages can be loaded into the ADF at one time. However, by copying with the “Separate Scan”...
Page 145 Basic copy operations Press the [Start] key. Scanning begins. Load the next batch of the document, and then press the [Start] key. – Repeat this step until all pages of the document have been scanned. – If the document cannot be loaded into the ADF, place it on the orig- inal glass.
Page 146: Scanning A Multi-Page Document From The Original Glass
Basic copy operations After all document pages have been scanned, touch [Finish]. Press the [Start] key. Scanning a multi-page document from the original glass When making double-sided or combined copies using the original glass, place each page of a multi-page document on the original glass to scan it. The following procedure describes how to place single-sided document pages on the original glass to make double-sided copies.
Page 147 Basic copy operations In the Basic screen, touch [Simplex/Duplex]. The Simplex/Duplex screen appears. Touch [1→2], and then touch [OK]. – To specify a binding margin, touch [Page Margin]. – For details on specifying the position of the page margin, refer to “Adding filing margins to copies (“Page Margin”...
Page 148 Basic copy operations Press the [Start] key. Scanning begins. Load the next batch of the document, and then press the [Start] key. – Repeat this step until all pages of the document have been scanned. – The amount of memory available can be checked beside “Memory” in the upper-right corner of the Basic screen.
Page 149 Basic copy operations After all document pages have been scanned, touch [Finish]. Press the [Start] key. 3-16 C250...
Page 150: Specifying Original Settings
Basic copy operations Specifying original settings The following procedure describes how to specify the type of document to be copied. Copying documents of mixed sizes (“Mixed Original” setting) Documents of different sizes can be loaded together into the ADF to be fed and scanned one by one automatically.
Page 151 Basic copy operations Load the document face up in the document feed tray. Slide the adjustable doc- ument guides against the edges of the docu- ment. – Load the document pages into the ADF Adjustable so that the top of the document guide pages is toward the back or the left side...
Page 152: Copying Thick Documents ("Thick Original" Setting)
Basic copy operations Copying thick documents (“Thick Original” setting) When copying thick documents with a weight of 129 g/m to 210 g/m load- ed into the ADF, select the “Thick Original” setting. 0 When the “Thick Original” setting is selected, a maximum of 38 docu- ment pages can be loaded into the ADF.
Page 153 Basic copy operations Touch [Thick Original]. 3-20 C250...
Page 154: Selecting The Document Orientation (Original Direction Settings)
Basic copy operations Selecting the document orientation (Original Direction settings) When copying double-sided documents, making double-sided copies, or using a Combine Originals setting, specify the document orientation, other- wise the copies may not be printed in the correct page order or correct front and back page arrangement.
Page 155: To Specify An Original Direction Setting
Basic copy operations To specify an original direction setting 0 For details on positioning the document, refer to “Feeding the document” on page 3-7. Position the document to be copied. In the Basic screen, touch [Combine Originals]. The Combine Originals and Original settings screen appears. Touch [Original Direction].
Page 156: Selecting The Position Of The Binding Margin (Margin Settings)
Basic copy operations Selecting the position of the binding margin (Margin settings) If a double-sided document is loaded into the ADF, specify the position of the top of the back side of the document by specifying the binding margin position for the document. Note The default setting is “Auto”.
Page 157: To Specify A Margin Setting
Basic copy operations Margin Setting Icon Description When the document length is Select this setting to automatically select 297 mm or less: the position of the binding margin. If the document length is 297 mm or less, a binding position along the long side of the paper is selected.
Page 158 Basic copy operations Touch [Margin]. The Page Margin screen appears. Touch the button for the desired margin position, and then touch [OK]. – To cancel changes to the settings, touch [Cancel]. – The Page Margin screen can also be displayed from the Simplex/ Duplex screen, which is available from the Basic screen.
Page 159: To Change Scan Settings For Each Document
Basic copy operations To change scan settings for each document When copying using the “Separate Scan” setting or when multi-page docu- ments are placed on the original glass, the scan settings can be changed for each document. The following procedure describes how to change the set- tings when the “Separate Scan”...
Page 160 Basic copy operations – To cancel changes to the settings, touch [Cancel Change]. Simplex/Duplex screen Original Bind Position screen Center Eraser screen C250 3-27...
Page 161 Basic copy operations Original Size Setting screen – For details on specifying the Zoom setting, refer to “Specifying a zoom setting” on page 3-35. For details on specifying a zoom ratio, refer to “Erasing specified areas of copies (“Erase” function)” on page 8-57.
Page 162: Selecting A Color Setting
Basic copy operations Selecting a color setting The following five Color settings are available. Note The default setting is “Auto Color”. Color Setting Description Auto Color Select this setting to automatically detect whether the scanned document is in color or in black and white, and then select the appropriate Color setting (“Full Color”...
Page 163: To Select A Color Setting
Basic copy operations To select a color setting The following procedure describes how to select a Color setting. In the Basic screen, touch [Color]. The Color screen appears. Touch the button for the desired Color setting. – If the “2 Color” setting was selected, touch the button for the de- sired color, and then touch [OK].
Page 164 Basic copy operations – If the “Single Color” setting was selected, touch the button for the desired color, and then touch [OK]. Touch [← Back] or [Fwd. →], and then select the desired color. If – desired, touch [Solid]. – If the “Solid”...
Page 165: Selecting A Paper Setting
Basic copy operations Selecting a paper setting The paper size can be selected automatically according to the document size or it can be specified manually. Specify the paper size according to the corresponding procedure, depending on the desired copy settings. Note If a setting for special paper is selected for a paper tray, that tray is not selected automatically with the “Auto Paper Select”...
Page 166 Basic copy operations Touch [Auto Paper Select]. Touch [OK]. The Basic screen appears again. C250 3-33...
Page 167: Manually Selecting The Desired Paper Size
Basic copy operations Manually selecting the desired paper size 0 By also selecting the “Auto Zoom” setting, the most appropriate zoom ra- tio is selected based on the size of the loaded document and the speci- fied paper size. For details on the “Auto Zoom” setting, refer to “Automatically selecting the paper size (“Auto Paper Select”...
Page 168: Specifying A Zoom Setting
Basic copy operations Specifying a zoom setting The zoom ratio can be set in order to make a copy on paper with a size dif- ferent than the document or to enlarge or reduce the size of the copy image. The following procedure describes how to specify the Zoom setting.
Page 169: Specifying The Same Zoom Ratio As The Document ("×1.0" Setting)
Basic copy operations Touch [OK]. The Basic screen appears again. Specifying the same zoom ratio as the document (“×1.0” setting) A copy that is the same size as the document (×1.000) is produced. 0 The default setting is “×1.0”. 0 Touch [+] to enlarge the zoom ratio, and touch [–] to reduce the zoom ra- tio in ×0.001 intervals.
Page 170: Slightly Reducing The Copy ("Minimal" Setting)
Basic copy operations Slightly reducing the copy (“Minimal” setting) The copy of a document where the image is printed to the edges of the paper can be slightly reduced so that no part of the image is cut off in the copy. 0 The default setting is “×1.0”.
Page 171: Selecting A Preset Zoom Ratio (Enlarge And Reduce Settings)
Basic copy operations Selecting a preset zoom ratio (enlarge and reduce settings) The most appropriate zoom ratio can be selected for copying from a com- mon standard document size to a standard paper size. 0 The default setting is “×1.0”. 0 Touch [+] to enlarge the zoom ratio, and touch [–] to reduce the zoom ra- tio in ×0.001 increments.
Page 172: Typing In The Zoom Ratio (Zoom With Constant X And Y Ratio Setting)
Basic copy operations Typing In the zoom ratio (zoom with constant X and Y ratio setting) By using the keypad, a zoom ratio between ×0.250 and ×4.000 can be typed in directly without changing the height-to-width ratio. 0 If a value outside of the allowable range is specified, the message “Input Error”...
Page 173 Basic copy operations Touch the button under “Zoom with Constant X and Y Ratio”, and then use the keypad to type in the desired zoom ratio. – To cancel changes to the settings, touch [Cancel]. Touch [OK], and then touch [OK] in the next screen that appears. The Basic screen appears again.
Page 174: Typing In Separate X And Y Zoom Ratios (Independent Zoom Settings)
Basic copy operations Typing In separate X and Y zoom ratios (independent zoom settings) By using the keypad, separate zoom ratios can be typed in directly for the horizontal direction (between ×0.250 and × 4.000) and for the vertical direc- tion (between ×0.250 and ×4.000).
Page 175 Basic copy operations Touch [XY Zoom]. Touch [X] under “Set Individual Zoom”, and then use the keypad to type in the desired zoom ratio (between ×0.250 and ×4.000) for the X direction. Touch [Y] under “Set Individual Zoom”, and then use the keypad to type in the desired zoom ratio (between ×0.250 and ×4.000) for the Y direction.
Page 176: Selecting A Stored Zoom Ratio
Basic copy operations Selecting a stored zoom ratio Copy zoom ratios that have been stored can be recalled to be used when de- sired. In addition, stored copy zoom ratios can be changed. 0 The default setting is “×1.0”. Touch [+] to enlarge the zoom ratio, and touch [–] to reduce the zoom ratio in ×...
Page 177: Storing The Desired Zoom Ratio
Basic copy operations Storing the desired zoom ratio Three frequently used zoom ratios and the zoom ratio for the “Minimal” set- ting can be stored. 0 If a value outside of the allowable range is specified, the message “Input Error” appears. Type in a value within the allowable range. If the value was incorrectly entered, press the [C] (clear) key to erase the value, and then specify the correct value.
Page 178 Basic copy operations Touch the button under “Zoom with Constant X and Y Ratio”, and then use the keypad to type in the desired zoom ratio (between ×0.250 and ×4.000). – To cancel changes to the settings, touch [Cancel]. Touch [Set Zoom]. Touch the button or [Minimal] where the new zoom ratio is to be stored.
Page 179: Selecting The Document And Copy Type Settings (Simplex/Duplex Settings)
Basic copy operations Selecting the document and copy type settings (Sim- plex/Duplex settings) The type of document and copy can be specified. The following four Simplex/Duplex settings are available. Simplex/Duplex Description 1→1 Select this setting to produce single-sided copies from single-sided documents. 1→2 Select this setting to produce one double-sided copy from two single-sided documents.
Page 180 Basic copy operations Simplex/Duplex Description 2→2 Select this setting to produce double-sided copies from double-sided documents. The following procedures describe how to select a Simplex/Duplex setting. Note Double-sided copying is possible only if automatic duplex unit is in- stalled. C250 3-47...
Page 181: To Select Single-Sided Copies
Basic copy operations To select single-sided copies 0 The default setting is “1→1”. 0 If “2→1” is selected, specify the position of the page margin and the ori- entation of the loaded document, otherwise the copies will not be printed as desired.
Page 182: To Select Double-Sided Copies
Basic copy operations – For a double-sided document, touch [Original Margin], and then specify the position of the binding margin. The screens that appear differ depending on the options that are in- stalled. Touch [OK]. The Basic screen appears again. To select double-sided copies 0 The default setting is “1→1”.
Page 183 Basic copy operations In the Basic screen, touch [Simplex/Duplex]. The Simplex/Duplex screen appears. Touch [1→2] or [2→2]. – To specify a binding margin, touch [Page Margin]. 3-50 C250...
Page 184 Basic copy operations – For a double-sided document, touch [Original Margin], and then specify the position of the binding margin. Touch [OK]. The Basic screen appears again. C250 3-51...
Page 185: Selecting The Quality Of The Document
Basic copy operations Selecting the quality of the document Loading documents with small print or photos (Original Type settings) Select the setting for the text and image type of the document to better ad- just the copy quality. The Original Type settings are available. Note The default setting is “Printed Photo”...
Page 186: To Specify An Original Type Setting
Basic copy operations Icon Description Select this setting when copying documents with a background color or documents containing pencil markings or fine colored lines. A sharp copy image is produced. Special Quality Select this setting when copying documents consisting only of text that appears faint (such as that written with a pencil).
Page 187 Basic copy operations Touch the button for the quality setting most appropriate for the loaded document. – For a document that contains only text, touch [Text]. – For a document that contains both text and photos, touch [Text/ Photo] to display the Photo Type screen. Touch the button for the appropriate setting, and then touch [OK].
Page 188 Basic copy operations – For a document that contains maps or faint text, touch [Special Quality] to display the Special Quality screen. Touch the button for the appropriate setting, and then touch [OK]. The Quality/Density screen appears again. C250 3-55...
Page 189: Specifying The Density Settings
Basic copy operations 3.10 Specifying the density settings The density can be adjusted to print a copy that is darker or lighter than the current print result. The following three density adjustments are available. Density Settings Description Density The density of the print image can be adjusted to one of nine levels.
Page 190: Adjusting The Print Density (Density Settings)
Basic copy operations Adjusting the print density (Density settings) In the Basic screen, touch [Quality/Density]. The Quality/Density screen appears. Touch [Change] under “Density”. The Density screen appears. Select the desired Density setting. – Each time [Light] or [Dark] is touched, the density is lightened or darkened by one level.
Page 191: Adjusting The Background Density (Background Removal Settings)
Basic copy operations Adjusting the background density (Background Removal settings) In the Basic screen, touch [Quality/Density]. The Quality/Density screen appears. Touch [Change] under “Background Removal”. The Background Removal screen appears. Select the desired background density setting. – Each time [Light] or [Dark] is touched, the density is lightened or darkened by one level.
Page 192 Basic copy operations – Touch [Auto] to automatically adjust the level of the background density according to the document being copied. – To cancel changes to the settings, touch [Cancel]. Touch [OK]. C250 3-59...
Page 193: Adjusting The Reproduction Quality Of Text
Basic copy operations Adjusting the reproduction quality of text 0 The default setting is “0”. In the Basic screen, touch [Quality/Density]. The Quality/Density screen appears. Touch [Text Enhancement]. The Text Enhancement screen appears. Select the desired text density setting. – Each time [Lighter Text] or [Darker Text] is touched, the density is lightened or darkened by one level.
Page 194: Selecting A Combine Originals Setting
Basic copy operations 3.11 Selecting a combine originals setting Document images of multiple pages (2, 4 or 8 pages) can be combined and printed on a single page, reducing paper use. Detail When a Combine Originals setting is selected, the recommended zoom ratio is selected, and the document image is copied at a reduced size.
Page 195 Basic copy operations The following three Combine Originals settings are available. Combine Originals Setting Description 2 in 1 Select this setting to print two document pages on one page. 4 in 1 Select this setting to print four document pages on one page. The page arrangement (Numbering Direction settings) can be specified.
Page 196: Copying Multiple Document Pages Onto A Single Page (Combine Originals)
Basic copy operations Copying multiple document pages onto a single page (Combine Origi- nals) In the Basic screen, touch [Combine Originals]. The Combine Originals and Original settings screen appears. Select the desired combination of pages. – Select the page arrangement according to the orientation and number of pages.
Page 197: Selecting Finishing Settings
Basic copy operations 3.12 Selecting finishing settings Various settings are available for sorting and finishing copies when they are fed into the copy exit tray. The Staple settings are available only if optional finisher FS-603 or finisher FS-501 is installed. The Punch settings are available only if optional punch kit PK-501 is installed on finisher FS-603.
Page 198 Basic copy operations The following five Finishing settings are available. Finishing Setting Description Sort Select this setting to separate each set of a multi-page document (collated). Group Select this setting to separate the copies of each page in a multi-page document (uncollated). Offset <If no finisher is installed>...
Page 199: Separating Copies By Sets ("Sort" Setting)
Basic copy operations Finishing Setting Description Staple Select one of these settings to bind the copies with a staple in the corner or with two staples. Punch Select this setting to punch holes (2, 3 or 4 holes) in the copies for filing them.
Page 200: Separating Copies By Pages ("Group" Setting)
Basic copy operations In the Basic screen, touch [Finishing]. The Finishing screen appears. Touch [Sort]. – To separate each set of copies, touch [Offset]. Touch [OK]. The Basic screen appears again. Separating copies by pages (“Group” setting) 0 The default setting is “Group”. 0 If “Offset”...
Page 201 Basic copy operations In the Basic screen, touch [Finishing]. The Finishing screen appears. Touch [Group]. – To separate each set of pages, touch [Offset]. Touch [OK]. The Basic screen appears again. 3-68 C250...
Page 202: Stapling Copies (Staple Settings)
Basic copy operations Stapling copies (Staple settings) Detail In order for the copies to be stapled, all of the following conditions must be met. The paper width must be between 182 mm and 297 mm. The paper length must be between 182 mm and 432 mm. If the “Mixed Original”...
Page 203 Basic copy operations Number of Bound Maximum Number of Sets Pages One place One place Two places towards the towards the back front B4 w or 2 sheets 100 sets 50 sets 50 sets larger 3 to 5 sheets 80 sets 40 sets 40 sets 6 to 10 sheets...
Page 204: To Bind Copies With Staples
Basic copy operations To bind copies with staples In the Basic screen, touch [Finishing]. The Finishing screen appears. Under “Staple”, touch either [Corner] or [2 Position]. – To cancel the Staple settings, touch [Corner] or [2 Position] again to deselect it. [2 Position] is available only if finisher FS-603 is in- stalled.
Page 205 Basic copy operations – Touch [Auto] to automatically determine the stapling position ac- cording to the orientation of the loaded document. If the document length is 297 mm or less, the long side of the paper is stapled. If the document length is more than 297 mm, the short side of the paper is stapled.
Page 206: Punching Holes In Copies (Punch Settings)
Basic copy operations Punching holes in copies (Punch settings) Detail In order for holes to be punched in the copies, all of the following condi- tions must be met. The paper width must be between 182 mm and 297 mm. The paper length must be between 182 mm and 432 mm.
Page 207: To Punch Holes In Copies
Basic copy operations To punch holes in copies In the Basic screen, touch [Finishing]. The Finishing screen appears. Touch [4holes]. – To cancel the Punch setting, touch [4holes] again to deselect it. – To cancel changes to the settings, touch [Cancel]. Touch [Position], and then touch the button for the desired position.
Page 208 Basic copy operations – Touch [Auto] to automatically determine the position of the punched holes according to the orientation of the loaded docu- ment. If the document length is 297 mm or less, the holes are punched along the long side of the paper. If the document length is more than 297 mm, the holes are punched along the short side of the paper.
Page 209: Specifying Center Binding
Basic copy operations 3.13 Specifying center binding Copies can be fed out folded in half and stapled at two places along the cent- er. Copies can be folded and stapled only if finisher FS-603 is installed. Document (The “Booklet” Bound copy (folded in half function is automatically and stapled at two places) set.)
Page 210: To Bind Copies At The Center ("Fold & Staple")
Basic copy operations To bind copies at the center (“Fold & Staple”) 0 When the “Fold & Staple” setting is selected, the following default set- tings are automatically selected. “1→2”, “Left” Page Margin setting, “Booklet” Recommended zoom ratio when a Booklet setting is selected (×0.707) 0 If “Yes”...
Page 211: Scanning The Next Document To Be Copied While A Copy Job Is Being Printed (Next Job Reservation)
Basic copy operations 3.14 Scanning the next document to be copied while a copy job is being printed (next job reservation) The settings for the next copy job can be specified and the document can be scanned while a copy operation is being performed so that it can be printed once the current copy operation is finished.
Page 212 Basic copy operations When the message “Ready to accept another job.” appears, copy set- tings can be specified for the next copy job. Press the [Start] key. After the current copy job is finished, the next copy job begins. – When the current copy job is finished, the copy settings for the next copy job are automatically displayed and the copy operation be- gins.
Page 213: Stopping Scanning/Printing
Basic copy operations 3.15 Stopping scanning/printing The following procedure describes how to stop scanning the document and stop the printing operation. To stop scanning/printing 0 If a document is being scanned for a job, pressing the [Stop] key stops scanning. 0 For details on deleting a stopped job, refer to “Deleting a stopped job”...
Page 214: Deleting A Stopped Job
Basic copy operations 3.16 Deleting a stopped job The following procedure describes how to delete a stopped job. To delete a stopped job 0 For details on stopping a job being printed, refer to “Stopping scanning/ printing” on page 3-80. 0 Select only one job at a time to be deleted.
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Page 216: Additional Copy Operations
Additional copy operations...
Page 217: Checking The Copy Settings (Mode Check)
Additional copy operations Additional copy operations Checking the copy settings (Mode Check) From the Mode Check screens, the current copy settings can be checked and changed if desired. To check the settings Press the [Mode Check] key. Mode Check C250...
Page 218 Additional copy operations The Mode Check screen appears. C250...
Page 219: To Change The Settings
Additional copy operations After checking the settings, touch [Job End] or press the [Mode Check] key. The Basic screen appears again. Detail There are four Mode Check screens.The number of the currently dis- played screen appears to the right of the screen title. ←...
Page 220: Printing A Proof Copy To Be Checked (Proof Copy)
Additional copy operations Printing a proof copy to be checked (Proof Copy) Before printing a large number of copies, a single proof copy can first be printed to be checked. This prevents copy errors from occurring. To make test prints Position the document to be copied.
Page 221 Additional copy operations In the Change Job Setting screen, change the copy settings as desired, and then touch [OK]. – To cancel changes to the settings, touch [Cancel Change]. Why is the button for the setting that I wish to change not dis- played? The copy setting cannot be changed.
Page 222 Additional copy operations Press the [Proof Copy] key to print another sample copy. – If copying stops while the proof copy screen is displayed after the proof copy was printed, press the [Reset] key. Otherwise, from the list of jobs on the sub display area, select the proof copy job that stopped, and then touch [Delete].
Page 223: Interrupting A Copy Job (Interrupt Mode)
Additional copy operations Interrupting a copy job (Interrupt mode) The current jobs can be temporarily interrupted so a document can be cop- ied with different copy settings. This is convenient for quickly making a copy. Detail For details on making a copy after printing of the current job is finished, refer to “To increase priority for printing”...
Page 224 Additional copy operations After the interrupting job is finished printing, press the [Interrupt] key. The indicator on the [Interrupt] key goes off, and Interrupt mode is can- celed. The settings return to those specified before printing was interrupted. Note If the interrupting job is cancelled, printing for the interrupted job auto- matically restarts.
Page 225: Registering Copy Programs (Mode Memory)
Additional copy operations Registering copy programs (Mode Memory) Up to 15 copy programs can be registered. A name of up to 16 characters can be specified for the registered copy pro- grams. To store a copy program Using the touch panel buttons and control panel keys, specify the copy settings to be registered in the copy program.
Page 226 Additional copy operations Use the keyboard that appears in the touch panel to type in the name of the copy program. – A name of up to 16 characters can be specified for the registered copy program. (For details, refer to page 13-2.) After typing in the name, touch [OK].
Page 227 Additional copy operations Touch [OK] or [Cancel]. – To return to the Basic screen, press the [Mode Memory] key. Detail Copy programs cannot be changed. If a copy program is selected where the “Restrict Access to Saved Pro- gram Jobs” parameter has been set, [Edit Name] and [Del.] do not ap- pear.
Page 228: To Delete A Copy Program
Additional copy operations To delete a copy program In the Recall Copy Program screen, touch the button for the copy pro- gram to be deleted. Touch [Del.]. A message appears, requesting confirmation to delete the copy pro- gram. Touch [Yes]. The Recall Copy Program screen appears again.
Page 229: Copying With Programmed Copy Settings (Mode Memory)
Additional copy operations Copying with programmed copy settings (Mode Memory) To recall a stored job Programmed copy settings can be recalled to be used again for copying. Position the document to be copied. (For details, refer to page 3-7.) Press the [Mode Memo- ry] key.
Page 230 Additional copy operations Touch [Check Job]. The Mode Check screens for the copy job appear. The buttons for functions where the setting has been changed from the default appear selected. Check the copy settings registered with the selected copy program. Touch [Job End].
Page 231 Additional copy operations Press the [Start] key. Copying begins with the recalled copy settings. Note To stop recalling the copy program, press the [Reset] key or the [Mode Memory] key, or touch [Cancel]. The copy settings cannot be changed from the Mode Check screens. 4-16 C250...
Page 232: Displaying Function Descriptions (Help)
Additional copy operations Displaying function descriptions (Help) Descriptions of the various functions and details of operations can be viewed. There are two methods for displaying the Help screens. - Main Help Menu screen (from the Basic screen) - Setting Help screens (from screens other than the Basic screen) Overview of Help Screens The Help feature provides of the following menus.
Page 233 Additional copy operations Help Menu screen (2nd level) (Example: [Copy]) Item Description [Basic], [Combine Originals], Displays the first Help screen for each description [Quality/Density], [Application] [Functionality Map] Displays the Function Map screen, which contains a chart of the available functions and settings Detail The items displayed in the Help menu for the name and function of each part differ depending on the options that are installed.
Page 234 Additional copy operations Detail The numbers to the right of the screen title (“1/4” in the previous screen) indicate the number of the currently displayed screen/total number of Help screens for the displayed item. To display the previous screen, touch [←Back]. To display the next screen, touch [Fwd.→].
Page 235: To Display The Main Help Menu Screen
Additional copy operations To display the Main Help Menu screen When a Help screen can be displayed, appears in the upper-left corner of the screen. 0 The Help screens cannot be displayed when the following operations are being performed. While scanning, while printing, while printing a proof copy, during Enlarge Display mode, during Accessibility mode 0 While the Help screens are displayed, the following keys are not availa- ble.
Page 236 Additional copy operations The Help Menu [Copy] screen appears. Is there more infor- mation about the buttons of the Help screens? % Refer to “Overview of Help Screens” on page 4-17. Touch the button for the desired information or press the key in the keypad for the number to the left of the desired information to display the corresponding Help screen.
Page 237: To Display The Help Screen While Specifying A Setting
Additional copy operations To display the Help screen while specifying a setting Help can be displayed for the copy settings that are being specified. Display the setting screen for the desired copy setting, and then Help press the [Help] key. A Help screen containing details of the functions and operations.
Page 238: Specifying Control Panel Settings (Accessibility Mode)
Additional copy operations Specifying control panel settings (Accessibility mode) This section contains details on the procedures for specifying control panel settings and adjusting the touch panel. Displaying the Accessibility Setting Screen Press the [Accessibility] key. The Accessibility Setting Accessibility screen appears. To set the “Key Repeat Start/Interval Time”...
Page 239 Additional copy operations The Key Repeat Start/In- terval Time screen ap- pears. Touch [+] and [–] to specify the starting time and the interval for the key repeat feature. – Both settings can be set between 0.1 and 3.0 seconds in 0.1-sec- ond intervals.
Page 240 Additional copy operations Detail To return to the Basic screen from the Accessibility Setting screen, press the [Accessibility] key or the [Reset] key. C250 4-25...
Page 241: To Set The "Enlarge Display Timer Setting" Function
Additional copy operations To set the “Enlarge Display Timer Setting” function When the automatic panel reset operation is performed, a message request- ing confirmation to cancel Enlarge Display mode can be displayed. In addition, it is possible to specify the length of time that the message re- questing confirmation to cancel Enlarge Display mode is displayed.
Page 242 Additional copy operations Select the desired setting. – To not display the message requesting confirmation to cancel En- large Display mode, touch [OFF]. – To display the message requesting confirmation to cancel Enlarge Display mode, touch the button ([30 sec.], [60 sec.], [90 sec.] or [120 sec.]) for the length of time that the message is to be displayed.
Page 243: To Set The "Message Display Time" Function
Additional copy operations To set the “Message Display Time” function It is possible to specify the length of time for displaying warning messages, which appear, for example, when an incorrect operation is performed. The factory default setting is “3 sec.”. Display the Accessibility Setting screen.
Page 244 Additional copy operations Select setting for the desired amount of time that messages are dis- played. – Select whether messages are displayed for 3 seconds or for 5 sec- onds. – To cancel changes to the settings, touch [Cancel]. Touch [OK]. The Accessibility Setting screen appears again.
Page 245: To Set The "Sound Setting" Function
Additional copy operations To set the “Sound Setting” function Specify the sound that is produced when a key is pressed. In addition, you can set whether or not a sound is produced when a control panel key is pressed or a touch panel button is touched. The factory default setting for “Accept Sound Setting”...
Page 246 Additional copy operations Touch [Key Accept Sound/Key Refuse Sound] or press the [1] key in the keypad. The Key Accept Sound/ Key Refuse Sound screen appears. Specify the setting for “Accept Sound Setting”. – To produce a sound, touch [ON]. To not produce a sound, touch [OFF].
Page 247 Additional copy operations Touch [Close]. The Accessibility Setting screen appears again. Touch [Close] or press the [Accessibility] key. The Basic screen appears again. 4-32 C250...
Page 248: To Set The "Touch Panel Adj." Function
Additional copy operations To set the “Touch Panel Adj.” function If the touch panel buttons do not respond correctly, the position of buttons in the touch panel may not be correctly aligned with the position of the actual touch sensor and may need to be adjusted. Display the Accessibility Setting screen.
Page 249 Additional copy operations Touch the four check points ( ), making sure that a sound is pro- duced with each. – The check points ( ) can be touched in any order. – To reset the adjustment, press the [C] (clear) key, and then touch the four check points ( If the check points have been touched correctly, the indicator on the [Start] key lights up in green.
Page 250: To Set The "Auto Reset Notification" Function
Additional copy operations To set the “Auto Reset Notification” function When the automatic panel reset operation is performed, a message can be displayed, requesting confirmation to reset the settings in Enlarge Display mode. In addition, it is possible to specify when the message is displayed, request- ing confirmation to reset the settings in Enlarge Display mode.
Page 251 Additional copy operations The Auto Reset Notifica- tion screen appears. Touch the button for the desired display time. – To not display the message requesting confirmation to reset the settings in Enlarge Display mode, touch [OFF]. – To display the message requesting confirmation to reset the set- tings in Enlarge Display mode, touch the button ([30 sec.], [60 sec.], [90 sec.] or [120 sec.]) for the length of time that the message is to be displayed.
Page 252 Additional copy operations Note The Enlarge Display mode is compatible with basic copy, scanning and fax functions. With the Enlarge Display mode, text and illustrations are displayed at a larger size so that they can be seen more easily. For details on the Enlarge Display mode, refer to the User’s Guide [Enlarge Display Operations].
Page 253: To Set The "Enlarge Display Confirmation Screen" Function
Additional copy operations To set the “Enlarge Display Confirmation Screen” function When the [Enlarge Display] key is pressed to change the display of the screen, a message can be displayed, requesting confirmation to reset the settings to their defaults. The factory default setting is “No”. Display the Accessibility Setting screen.
Page 254 Additional copy operations Select whether or not the message is displayed. – To cancel changes to the settings, touch [Cancel]. Touch [OK]. The Accessibility Setting screen appears again. Touch [Close], or press the [Accessibility] key. The Basic screen appears again. Note The Enlarge Display mode is compatible with basic copy, scanning and fax functions.
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Page 256: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting...
Page 257: When The Message "Malfunction Detected." Appears (Call Technical Representative)
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting When the message “malfunction detected.” appears (call technical representative) If a malfunction that cannot be corrected by the user occurred, the message “Malfunction detected. Please call your Technical Representative.” appears. (call technical representative screen) The phone number and fax number for the usual technical representative ap- pears in the center of the call technical representative screen.
Page 258: To Call The Technical Representative
Troubleshooting Touch to display the message shown in the following illustration. To call the technical representative Write down the malfunction code (for example, C-0001) in the call tech- nical representative screen. Press the [Power] (auxil- iary power) button to turn off the control pan- Use the main power switch to turn off the ma- chine.
Page 259 Troubleshooting Unplug the machine. Contact the technical representative, and inform them of the malfunc- tion code. Reminder Since the machine may be damaged, contact the technical representa- tive according to the procedure described above as soon as the call tech- nical representative screen appears.
Page 260: When The Message "Misfeed Detected." Appears
Troubleshooting When the message “Misfeed detected.” appears If a misfeed occurs during copying or printing, the message “Misfeed detect- ed.” appears and the location of the misfeed is indicated in the screen. (mis- feed screen) At this time, copying and printing cannot continue until the misfeed is ade- quately cleared.
Page 261 Troubleshooting Display in Enlarge Display mode If a paper misfeed occurs, the screen shown below appears. Touch to display the message shown in the following illustration. C250...
Page 262: Paper Misfeed Indications
Troubleshooting Paper misfeed indications Description A paper misfeed in the ADF (p. 5-27) A paper misfeed in the fusing unit (p. 5-18) A paper misfeed in the main unit (p. 5-15) A paper misfeed in the bypass tray (p. 5-8) A paper misfeed in the LCT (p.
Page 263: To Clear A Paper Misfeed In The Bypass Tray
Troubleshooting To clear a paper misfeed in the bypass tray Remove all paper from the bypass tray. If the misfed paper can- not be removed, open the upper right-side door, and then carefully pull out any misfed pa- per. Close the upper right-side door. Detail For details on the positions of paper misfeeds, refer to “Paper misfeed in- dications”...
Page 264: To Clear A Paper Misfeed In The Automatic Duplex Unit
Troubleshooting To clear a paper misfeed in the automatic duplex unit Open the automatic du- plex unit door. Carefully pull out any misfed paper. Close the automatic duplex unit door. Detail For details on the positions of paper misfeeds, refer to “Paper misfeed in- dications”...
Page 265: To Clear A Paper Misfeed In The 1St Tray
Troubleshooting To clear a paper misfeed in the 1st tray Pull up the upper right- side door release lever, and then open the upper right-side door. Carefully pull out any misfed paper. Close the upper right-side door. Pull out the 1st tray, and then remove any misfed paper. Close the 1st tray.
Page 266: To Clear A Paper Misfeed In The 2Nd Tray
Troubleshooting To clear a paper misfeed in the 2nd tray Pull up the center right- side door release lever, and then open the center right-side door. Carefully pull out any misfed paper. Close the center right-side door. Pull out the 2nd tray, and then remove any misfed paper. Close the 2nd tray.
Page 267: To Clear A Paper Misfeed In A Paper Tray (3Rd Or 4Th Tray)
Troubleshooting To clear a paper misfeed in a paper tray (3rd or 4th tray) Pull up the lower right- side door release lever, and then open the lower right-side door. Carefully pull out any misfed paper. Close the lower right-side door. Pull out the paper tray, and then remove any misfed paper.
Page 268: To Clear A Paper Misfeed In The Lct
Troubleshooting To clear a paper misfeed in the LCT Pull up the lower right- side door release lever, and then open the lower right-side door. Carefully pull out any misfed paper. Close the lower right-side door. Press the tray release button, pull out the LCT, and then remove any misfed paper.
Page 269 Troubleshooting Reminder Be careful not to touch the film. Detail For details on the positions of paper misfeeds, refer to “Paper misfeed in- dications” on page 5-7. 5-14 C250...
Page 270: To Clear A Paper Misfeed In The Right-Side Door
Troubleshooting To clear a paper misfeed in the right-side door Pull out the paper tray Paper being used, and then re- take-up move any paper remain- roller ing in the tray. Load the paper into the paper tray again, and then close the tray. Pull up the upper right- side door release lever, and then open the upper...
Page 271 Troubleshooting Pull out any paper caught in the timing roll- Timing er section. roller 7 CAUTION The area around the fusing unit is extremely hot. %Touching anything other than the indicated levers and di- als may result in burns. If you get burnt, immediately cool the skin under cold water, and then seek professional med- ical attention.
Page 272 Troubleshooting Reminder If the paper is misfed as described below, contact your technical repre- sentative. The paper is wrapped around the timing roller. The paper is folded or shredded by the timing roller. Be careful not to touch the surface of the paper take-up roller (in the 1st tray) or the film (in the 2nd, 3rd and 4th trays and in the LCT) with your hands.
Page 273: To Clear A Paper Misfeed In The Fusing Unit
Troubleshooting To clear a paper misfeed in the fusing unit Pull up the upper right- side door release lever, and then open the upper right-side door. Push up the fusing unit cover, and then pull out any misfed paper. Push up the M2 release levers.
Page 274 Troubleshooting – When returning the M2 release levers to their original positions, do not move them with your hand. Pull out any misfed pa- per. Pull inside cover M3 to- ward you to open it, and then pull out any paper caught in the fusing unit.
Page 275 Troubleshooting Close the upper right- side door. 7 CAUTION The area around the fusing unit is extremely hot. %Touching anything other than the indicated levers and di- als may result in burns. If you get burnt, immediately cool the skin under cold water, and then seek professional med- ical attention.
Page 276 Troubleshooting Reminder If the paper is misfed as described below, contact your technical repre- sentative. The paper is wrapped around the roller in the fusing unit. The paper is folded or shredded by the roller in the fusing unit. The paper that was removed tore and partly remains in the fusing unit. Decreased copy quality may result if the surface of the image transfer belt or the image transfer roller is touched.
Page 277: To Clear A Banner Paper Misfeed
Troubleshooting To clear a banner paper misfeed Pull up the upper right- side door release lever, and then open the upper right-side door. – If the end of the pa- per cannot be seen or cannot be grabbed, pull out the paper in the direction of the arrow.
Page 278 Troubleshooting Pull out any paper caught in the timing roll- er section. Timing roller Push up the M2 release levers. Since the M2 re- lease levers may be diffi- cult to move, push them up forcefully one at a time. –...
Page 279 Troubleshooting Pull out any misfed pa- per. Pull inside cover M3 to- ward you to open it, and then pull out any paper caught in the fusing unit. Close the fusing unit cover. – When closing the fusing unit cover, also return the M2 re- lease levers to their original positions.
Page 280 Troubleshooting Close the upper right- side door. 7 CAUTION The area around the fusing unit is extremely hot. %Touching anything other than the indicated levers and di- als may result in burns. If you get burnt, immediately cool the skin under cold water, and then seek professional med- ical attention.
Page 281 Troubleshooting Reminder If the paper is misfed as described below, contact your technical repre- sentative. The paper is wrapped around the roller in the fusing unit. The paper is folded or shredded by the roller in the fusing unit. The paper that was removed tore and partly remains in the fusing unit. Reminder Decreased copy quality may result if the surface of the image transfer belt or the image transfer roller is touched.
Page 282: To Clear A Paper Misfeed In The Adf
Troubleshooting To clear a paper misfeed in the ADF 7 CAUTION Precaution when lowering the document exit tray and the document feed tray. While lowering the document exit tray and the document feed tray, do not press on the document exit tray support or the document feed tray support, otherwise your hand may be pinched by the trays.
Page 283 Troubleshooting Push down on the guide. Turn the dial to feed out any misfed documents, Guide and then carefully pull out the documents. Carefully open the docu- ment exit tray and the Document feed tray document feed tray as support far as possible.
Page 284 Troubleshooting Lower the document exit tray and the document Document feed tray feed tray. support Document exit tray support Open the ADF, and then carefully pull out any misfed documents. Remove any documents on the original glass, and then close the ADF. C250 5-29...
Page 285 Troubleshooting Close the left-side and right-side misfeed-clear- ing covers. Reload the documents according to the instruc- tions that appear on the touch panel. Detail For details on the positions of paper misfeeds, refer to “Paper misfeed in- dications” on page 5-7. 5-30 C250...
Page 286: To Clear A Paper Misfeed In Finisher Fs-501
Troubleshooting To clear a paper misfeed in finisher FS-501 Slide the finisher away from the machine. Open the horizontal transport unit cover, and then remove any misfed paper. Close the horizontal transport unit cover. C250 5-31...
Page 287 Troubleshooting Open front door FN4. Turn misfeed-clearing dials FN5 clockwise at the same time. What should be done if the paper can be seen from the exit tray? % Turn misfeed-clear- ing dials FN5 coun- terclockwise at the same time to feed out any misfed pa- per.
Page 288 Troubleshooting Open upper cover FN1. Open misfeed-clearing guide FN2, and then pull out any misfed paper. While holding misfeed- clearing guide FN3 open, pull out any mis- fed paper. Close upper cover FN1. C250 5-33...
Page 289 Troubleshooting If job separator JS-601 is installed: Open the job separator cover. – If job separator JS- 601 is not installed, skip to step 15. Remove any misfed pa- per. Close the job separator cover. While holding misfeed- clearing guide FN6 open, pull out any mis- fed paper.
Page 290 Troubleshooting 7 CAUTION Metallic parts on the inside of the upper cover are very hot. %Touching any part other than the paper may result in burns. Detail For details on the positions of paper misfeeds, refer to “Paper misfeed in- dications”...
Page 291: To Clear A Paper Misfeed In Finisher Fs-603
Troubleshooting To clear a paper misfeed in finisher FS-603 Slide the finisher away from the machine. Open the horizontal transport unit cover, and then remove any misfed paper. Close the horizontal transport unit cover. Open the front door of the finisher. 5-36 C250...
Page 292 Troubleshooting Turn misfeed-clearing dial 1 clockwise until the removal indicator is Removal indicator completely blue. What should be done if the misfeed-clear- ing dial 1 is turned too far? % Turn the misfeed- Misfeed- clearing dial 1 coun- clearing terclockwise to finely dial 1 adjust it.
Page 293 Troubleshooting Close the upper door. Remove all paper fed into the exit tray 1. Open the misfeed-clear- ing guide for the finisher, and then remove any misfed paper. Open the right-side door, and then pull out any misfed paper in the transport section.
Page 294 Troubleshooting If the paper could not be removed in step 10, turn Misfeed- the misfeed-clearing dial clearing dial in in the folding section the folding clockwise. section Feed the paper into the exit tray 2, and then pull it out. Close the front door of the finisher.
Page 295: When The Message "Replenish Paper." Appears
Troubleshooting When the message “Replenish paper.” appears If a tray has run out of paper while copying or after printing, the message “Replenish paper.” appears. To replenish paper Check which paper tray appears highlighted in the touch panel, and then load it with paper. Detail For details on loading paper into the paper trays, refer to “Loading paper into the 1st tray”...
Page 296: When The Message
Troubleshooting When the message “... Not enough remaining memo- ry.” appears This machine uses the memory to produce copies. When the amount of memory available is limited while copy operations are being performed, the message “Not enough memory to continue the job.” or “The job has been deleted.
Page 297: Memory Becomes Full While Queuing A Job
Troubleshooting Memory becomes full while queuing a job This message appears when the memory becomes full and the scanned job was deleted while scanning a document for a job to be queued. Check the number of pages counted for the document, and then adjust the number of pages in the job to be queued.
Page 298: When "Please Replace Following Unit(S)." Appears
Troubleshooting When “Please replace following unit(s).” appears When it is almost time to replace supplies or a part within this machine, the message shown in the following illustration appears, warning about the re- placement period. Display in Enlarge Display mode Detail When the message appears, replace the specified supplies or part ac- cording to your maintenance agreement.
Page 299: When The Message "Need To Replace Xxxx." Appears
Troubleshooting When the message “Need to replace XXXX.” appears When it is time to replace supplies or a part within this machine, the message shown in the following illustration appears, indicating that the part or sup- plies should be replaced, and the machine stops operating. As an example, the message indicating that the yellow imaging unit should be replaced (when replaceable by the user) is shown below.
Page 300 Troubleshooting Touch to display the message shown in the following illustration. Note When the message appears, replace the specified supplies or part ac- cording to your maintenance agreement. Reminder Do not throw away used supplies or parts. Instead, keep them in their boxes to be collected by your technical representative.
Page 301: Simple Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Simple troubleshooting Main unit Symptom Possible Cause Remedy The machine does not Is no power supplied from the Correctly insert the power supply start up when the main electrical outlet? plug into the electrical outlet. power switch is turned Has the [Power] (auxiliary Turn on the [Power] (auxiliary power) power) key been turned on?
Page 302 Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Remedy There are dark specks or Is the original glass dirty? Wipe the glass with a soft, dry cloth. spots throughout the (See p. 10-3.) printed output. Is the document transfer belt Clean the document transfer belt There are streaks in the dirty? with a soft cloth dampened with a...
Page 303: Adf
Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Remedy The edge of the printed Is the document transfer belt Clean the document transfer belt output is dirty. dirty? with a soft cloth dampened with a mild detergent. (See p. 10-4.) Was the selected paper size Select a paper size that is the same larger than the document size as the document.
Page 304: Finisher
Troubleshooting Finisher Symptom Possible Cause Remedy The finisher cannot be Is no power supplied to the Check that the cord is correctly in- used. connector? serted into the connector. The pages cannot be Have the staples run out? Replace the staple cartridge. (See stapled.
Page 305: Main Messages And Their Remedies
Troubleshooting Main messages and their remedies Message Cause Remedy Original left on glass. The document was left on the Remove the document from the original glass. original glass. Matching paper size is Paper of a suitable size is not Either select a different copy size or not available.
Page 306 Troubleshooting Message Cause Remedy Please insert Fusing Unit The fusing unit is not installed Reinstall the supplies or parts, or and close all doors. correctly. contact your technical representa- tive. Please install toner car- The indicated toner cartridge tridge, and close all is not installed correctly.
Page 307 Troubleshooting Message Cause Remedy Cannot be accessed due The authentication informa- Contact the administrator of the to unauthorized access. tion has become invalid since machine. Please contact your Ad- the authentication attempts ministrator. have failed the specified number of times. The Administrator Pass- The administrator password Turn the machine off, then on again.
Page 308: Specifications
Specifications...
Page 309: Bizhub C250
Specifications Specifications Specifications bizhub C250 Specifications Type Desktop/freestanding scanner/printer Document holder Stationary (mirror scanning) Photoconductor Luminous source White inert gas fluorescent lamp Copying system Dry-type electrophotographic method Developing system HMT developing method (HMT-OR) Fusing system Roller fixing Resolution Scanning: 600 dpi; Printing: 600 dpi × 600 dpi equivalent...
Page 310 Specifications Specifications Paper tray capacity 1st tray: Plain paper: 250 sheets Thick paper 1/2/3, overhead projector transparencies, label sheets, envelopes: 20 sheets or less 2nd tray: Plain paper: 500 sheets Bypass tray: Plain paper: 100 sheets Thick paper 1/2/3, overhead projector transparencies, label sheets, envelopes: 10 sheets or less Banner paper: 1 sheet Copy exit tray capacity...
Page 311 Specifications 4.2 mm only when printing In order to incorporate improvements, these product specifications are sub- ject to change without notice. C250...
Page 312: Option Specifications
Specifications Option specifications Automatic duplex unit AD-503 Specifications Paper types Plain paper (64 to 90 g/m ), thick paper 1 (91 to 150 g/m thick paper 2 (151 to 209 g/m thick paper 3 (210 to 256 g/m Paper sizes A3 w to A5 w/v, A3 Wide (12 ×...
Page 313 Specifications Table 1: Possible combinations for mixed document sizes Maximum Document Width → A3 w A4 v B4 w B5 v A4 w A5 v B5 w A5 w ↓ Document Size A3 w — — — — — — A4 v —...
Page 314: Paper Feed Cabinet Pc-103
Specifications Paper feed cabinet PC-103 Specifications Paper types Plain paper (60 to 90 g/m Paper sizes A3 w to A5 w, 11 × 17 w to 8-1/2 × 11 w/v Tray paper capacity 3rd tray: 500 sheets (80 g/m Power requirements Supplied from main unit Power consumption Less than 15 W...
Page 315: Finisher Fs-603
Specifications Finisher FS-603 Specifications Exit trays Exit tray 1, exit tray 2 Settings Normal settings: “Group”, “Sort”, “Offset/Group”, “Offset/ Sort”, “Offset/Staple”, and “Saddle Staple” Paper types Exit tray 1: “Group/Sort” setting: Plain paper (60 to 90 g/m ), thick paper 1 (91 to 150 g/m ), thick paper 2 (151 to 209 g/m ), thick paper...
Page 316: Punch Kit Pk-501
Specifications Punch kit PK-501 Specifications Number of punched holes 2, 3, 4 Paper types Plain paper (60 to 90 g/m ), thick paper 1 (91 to 150 g/m thick paper 2 (151 to 209 g/m Paper sizes A3 w, A4 v Power requirements Supplied from finisher Dimensions...
Page 317: Job Separator Js-601
Specifications Job separator JS-601 Specifications Exit trays Exit tray 3 Paper types Plain paper (60 to 90 g/m Paper sizes A3 w to B5 w/v Paper capacity 100 sheets Dimensions 341 mm (W) × 527 mm (D) × 149 mm (H) Weight Approx.
Page 318: Copy Paper/Original Documents
Copy paper/original documents...
Page 319: Copy Paper
Copy paper/original documents Copy paper/original documents Copy paper Use paper that meets the following specifications. Possible paper sizes Non-standard-sized paper: Paper Source Paper Width Paper Length Bypass tray* 90.0 mm to 311.1 mm 139.7 mm to 1200 mm 1st tray 90.0 mm to 311.1 mm 139.7 mm to 457.2 mm 2nd tray...
Page 320 Copy paper/original documents Paper Source Paper Size Finisher FS-501 Exit tray 1: “Group”/“Sort” setting: A3 w to B5 w/v, A3 Wide (12-1/4 × 18 w) Exit tray 2: “Offset/Group” setting, “Offset/Sort” setting: A3 w to B5 w/v, A3 Wide (12-1/4 × 18 w) “Staple”...
Page 321: Paper Types And Paper Capacities
Copy paper/original documents Paper types and paper capacities Paper Type Plain Paper Thick Thick Thick Paper 1 Paper 2 Paper 3 Weight (g/m 60 g/m 91 g/m 151 g/m 210 g/m 90 g/m 150 g/m 209 g/m 256 g/m Paper Source, Etc. Bypass tray 100 sheets 10 sheets or...
Page 322: Special Paper
Copy paper/original documents Special paper Paper other than plain paper, such as overhead projector transparencies and colored paper, is called special paper. Be sure to select a special paper set- ting for paper trays loaded with media such as overhead projector transpar- encies and colored paper in order to prevent operating errors.
Page 323 Copy paper/original documents Paper Type Icon Description Thick 3 Select this setting when the thick paper that is loaded has a weight of 210 g/m to 256 g/m A paper tray with this setting is not automatically se- lected when the “Auto Paper Select” setting is spec- ified or when the paper trays are switched automatically.
Page 324: Precautions For Paper
Copy paper/original documents Precautions for paper The following types of paper should not be used, otherwise decreased print quality, paper misfeeds or damage to the machine may occur. - Overhead projector transparencies that have already been fed through the machine (even if the transparency is still blank) - Paper that has been printed on by a heat-transfer printer or an inkjet printer - Paper that is either extremely thick or extremely thin...
Page 325: Auto Tray Switch Feature
Copy paper/original documents Auto tray switch feature If the selected paper tray runs out of paper while a job is being printed and a different paper tray is loaded with paper meeting the following conditions, the other paper tray is automatically selected so printing can continue. If the optional LCT is installed, a maximum of 3,400 copies (with A4 v paper) can be made continuously.
Page 326: Selecting The Paper Settings
Copy paper/original documents Selecting the paper settings This section describes the procedures for specifying the size and type of pa- per loaded in each paper tray. Detail For details on loading the paper into the 1st tray, refer to “Loading paper into the 1st tray”...
Page 327 Copy paper/original documents Touch [Auto Detect]. As a default, “Auto Detect” is selected. Touch [OK], and then touch [OK] in the next screen that appears. The Basic screen appears again. 7-10 C250...
Page 328: To Specify A Paper Size (Set Size Settings)
Copy paper/original documents To specify a paper size (set size settings) The paper size for the 1st tray and the bypass tray can be set so that the pa- per tray can be used with the specified paper size. This is useful, for example, when the size of the paper that is loaded cannot be automatically detected (such as with postcards or paper in inch sizes).
Page 329 Copy paper/original documents Touch [Standard Size]. The Standard Size screen appears. Touch [ ] twice, and then touch [A6 Card w]. – Touch [ ] and [ ] until the button for the desired paper size is displayed. – If “A6 Card w” is selected, “Thick 2” is automatically selected. If pa- per other than postcards is loaded, change the paper type setting.
Page 330: To Specify A Non-Standard Paper Size (Custom Size Settings)
Copy paper/original documents To specify a non-standard paper size (Custom Size settings) Non-standard-sized paper can be loaded into the 1st tray or the bypass tray. If non-standard-sized paper is loaded, it will be necessary to enter the paper size. The following procedure describes how to specify the size of non-standard paper loaded into the 1st tray.
Page 331 Copy paper/original documents Touch [Custom Size]. The Custom Size screen appears. Type in the length (X) and width (Y) of the paper. – Make sure that [X] is selected, and then use the keypad to type in the length of side X. (139.7 mm to 457.2 mm) –...
Page 332: To Store A Non-Standard Paper Size (Custom Size Settings)
Copy paper/original documents To store a non-standard paper size (Custom Size settings) Two non-standard paper sizes can be stored. Storing paper sizes that are used often allows the paper size to be quickly selected, without having to re-enter the setting. The following procedure describes how to store a non-standard paper size for the 1st tray.
Page 333 Copy paper/original documents Touch [Custom Size]. Specify the X and Y sides of the paper, and then touch [Store]. – Make sure that [X] is selected, and then use the keypad to type in the length of side X. (139.7 mm to 457.2 mm) –...
Page 334 Copy paper/original documents Touch the memory key where the paper size is to be stored. – To change the name of a memory key, touch [Custom Name], and then touch the key to be renamed. Using the keyboard that appears, type in the name of the key, touch [OK], and then touch [OK] again.
Page 335: To Specify A Setting For Oversized Paper (Oversized Paper Settings)
Copy paper/original documents To specify a setting for oversized paper (Oversized Paper settings) Oversized paper can be loaded into the 1st tray or the bypass tray. Oversized paper is a size larger than the standard size and allows copies of standard-sized documents to be printed so that there is no loss at the edges.
Page 336 Copy paper/original documents Touch [Oversized Paper]. The Oversized Paper screen appears. Select the size of the paper to be loaded. – To select a paper size in inches, touch [Inches]. The list of paper siz- es in inches appears. To change the size, touch [Change Size]. The Change Size screen for oversized paper appears.
Page 337 Copy paper/original documents – If the value was incorrectly entered, press the [C] (clear) key in the keypad to erase the value, and then specify the correct value. Touch [OK], and then touch [OK] in the next two screens that appear. The Basic screen appears again.
Page 338: To Specify A Setting For Special Paper
Copy paper/original documents To specify a setting for special paper If a setting for special paper, such as overhead projector transparencies and other special paper, is selected for a paper tray, that tray is not selected au- tomatically with the “Auto Paper Select” setting or the ATS feature. However, a paper tray set to “Single Side Only”...
Page 339 Copy paper/original documents Specify the appropriate setting for the type of special paper loaded. – Touch the button for the desired special paper. What types of paper can be loaded in the paper tray? % There are limits on the types of paper that can be loaded in a paper tray.
Page 340: To Print Double-Sided Copies Manually
Copy paper/original documents To print double-sided copies manually If the optional automatic duplex unit is not installed or if the document to be copied cannot be fed through the automatic duplex unit, touch [Duplex 2nd- Side] to print double-sided copies. The following procedure describes how to specify the setting for paper al- ready printed on one side and loaded into the 1st tray.
Page 341 Copy paper/original documents Touch [Duplex 2nd-Side]. Select the setting for the type of used paper that is loaded. Touch [OK], and then touch [OK] in the next two screens that appear. The Basic screen appears again. 7-24 C250...
Page 342: Original Documents
Copy paper/original documents Original documents When making copies, load the document into the ADF or position it on the original glass. To copy documents that cannot be loaded into the ADF, position them on the original glass. Documents that can be loaded into the ADF There are three methods for using the ADF.
Page 343 Copy paper/original documents Mixed originals paper sizes The following chart shows the possible combinations of standard-sized pa- per that can be used with the “Mixed Original” setting. Maximum Document → Width ↓ Document Size A3 w — — — — —...
Page 344: Precautions For Loading Documents Into The Adf
Copy paper/original documents Precautions for loading documents into the ADF The following types of documents should not be loaded into the ADF, other- wise paper misfeeds or damage to the document may occur. - Wrinkled, folded, curled, or torn documents - Highly translucent or transparent documents, such as overhead trans- parencies or diazo photosensitive paper - Coated documents such as carbon-backed paper...
Page 345: Documents That Can Be Placed On The Original Glass
Copy paper/original documents Documents that can be placed on the original glass To copy documents that cannot be loaded into the ADF, position them on the original glass. Original Glass Documents Document type Sheets, books (spreads), three-dimensional objects Document size A3 w to A5 w 11 ×...
Page 346: Application Functions
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Page 347: Inserting Paper Between Overhead Projector Transparencies ("Ohp Interleave" Function)
Application functions Application functions Inserting paper between overhead projector trans- parencies (“OHP Interleave” function) In order to prevent copies printed onto overhead projector transparencies from sticking together as a result of the heat that is produced during copying, paper (interleaf) can be inserted between the transparencies E F G H E F G H E F G H...
Page 348: To Copy Using The "Ohp Interleave" Function
Application functions To copy using the “OHP Interleave” function 0 The Finishing setting cannot be changed. 0 The number of copies is set to “1” and cannot be changed. Position the document to be copied. – For details on positioning the document, refer to “Feeding the doc- ument”...
Page 349 Application functions Touch [OHP Interleave]. The OHP Interleave screen appears. Select the paper tray loaded with the interleaf paper. – To cancel changes to the settings, touch [Cancel]. – To cancel the “OHP Interleave” function, touch [OFF]. Touch [OK]. If necessary, specify any other copy settings. Press the [Start] key.
Page 350: Adding Cover Pages ("Cover Mode" Function)
Application functions Adding cover pages (“Cover Mode” function) Copies can be made using paper different from the cover pages and main body of the document (excluding the cover pages) and cover pages can be added using paper different from the copy. The following types of cover pages and front and back cover page settings are available.
Page 351: To Copy Using The "Cover Mode" Function
Application functions To copy using the “Cover Mode” function Position the document to be copied. – For details on positioning the document, refer to “Feeding the doc- ument” on page 3-7. – For a document that exceeds 100 pages, refer to “Scanning the document in separate batches (“Separate Scan”...
Page 352 Application functions Select the desired cover sheet format. – The default setting for the paper tray loaded with cover pages can be specified from the Utility mode. For details, refer to “Copier set- ting” on page 12-20. – To cancel changes to the copy settings, touch [Cancel]. –...
Page 353: Inserting Different Paper Into Copies ("Insert Sheet" Function)
Application functions Inserting different paper into copies (“Insert Sheet” function) Different paper (such as colored paper) can be inserted for specified pages in the copies. There are settings (“Copy” and “Blank”) for selecting whether or not the in- serted pages are printed. When the settings are combined with single-sided copying or double-sided copying, the copies are printed as shown below.
Page 354: To Copy Using The "Insert Sheet" Function
Application functions REPORT REPORT REPORT To copy using the “Insert Sheet” function Position the document to be copied. – For details on positioning the document, refer to “Feeding the doc- ument” on page 3-7. – For a document that exceeds 100 pages, refer to “Scanning the document in separate batches (“Separate Scan”...
Page 355 Application functions – To cancel all settings for the Application functions, touch [Reset]. The Sheet/Cover/Chapter Insert screen appears. Touch [Insert Sheet]. The Insert Sheet screen appears. Using the keypad, specify the pages where the paper is to be inserted. – When [Select] is touched, the entered page is specified.
Page 356 Application functions Touch [Insert Paper]. – To cancel changes to the settings, touch [Cancel]. – To cancel the “Insert Sheet” function, touch [OFF]. The Insert Paper screen appears. Select the paper tray loaded with the paper for the insertion sheets, and then touch [OK].
Page 357: Inserting Copies Of A Different Document For A Specified Page ("Insert Image" Function)
Application functions Inserting copies of a different document for a speci- fied page (“Insert Image” function) A multi-page document later scanned from the original glass can be inserted at the specified location in a document first scanned with the ADF. The in- serted document is added after the specified pages.
Page 358 Application functions Touch [Application], and then touch [Sheet/Cover/Chapter Insert]. – To cancel all settings for the Application functions, touch [Reset]. The Sheet/Cover/Chapter Insert screen appears. Touch [Insert Image]. The Insert Image screen appears. Using the keypad, specify the pages where the image is to be inserted. –...
Page 359 Application functions – To remove a page number that has been specified, touch [Edit], touch the button for the page to be removed, and then press the [C] (clear) key. – If the total number of pages in the document to be inserted is great- er than the number of pages that are specified, the remaining pages of the insertion document are added at the end of the document.
Page 360 Application functions Place the document to be inserted on the original glass. – For details on positioning the document, refer to “Feeding the doc- ument” on page 3-7. Press the [Start] key. Scanning begins. Touch [Finish]. – To insert a multi-page document, repeat steps 9 and 10 until all pages of the insertion document are scanned in the order that they are to be inserted.
Page 361: Specifying Pages To Be Printed On The Front Side ("Chapters" Function)
Application functions Specifying pages to be printed on the front side (“Chapters” function) When making double-sided copies, the pages specified as the first page of a chapter can be printed on the front side of the paper. If the document was arranged so that the specified page would be printed on the back side of a page, the page is left blank and the specified page is printed on the front side of the next page.
Page 362: To Copy Using The "Chapters" Function
Application functions To copy using the “Chapters” function Make sure that the paper loaded for the first page of the chapter and for the copy have the same size and orientation. Position the document to be copied. – For details on positioning the document, refer to “Feeding the doc- ument”...
Page 363 Application functions – To remove a page number that has been specified, touch [Edit], touch the button for the page to be removed, and then press the [C] (clear) key. Set “Simplex/Duplex” to “1 → 2”. – – If the same page number is entered twice, the same page number is specified, and there is no change to the print result.
Page 364: Producing Separate Copies Of Each Page In A
Application functions Producing separate copies of each page in a page spread (“Book Copy” function) An open book or catalog can be copied with the left and right pages on sep- arate sheets of paper. The following copy methods are available, and there are settings for adding just a front cover or both front and back covers.
Page 365: To Copy Using The "Book Copy" Function
Application functions To copy using the “Book Copy” function 0 Place the document on the original glass. Place the pages on the original glass, starting with the first page. – For details on positioning the document, refer to “Feeding the doc- ument”...
Page 366 Application functions Touch [Book Copy]. The Book Scanning screen appears. [Booklet Original] is not available if optional finisher FS-603 is not in- stalled. Touch the button for the desired setting. – If “Separation”, “Front Cover” or “Front and Back Cover” is select- ed, [Position] appears.
Page 367 Application functions – To cancel the “Book Copy” function, touch [OFF]. Center Erase screen What do the Book Erase functions do? % The shadow of the book binding and the shadow of the book edges can be erased from the copies. The “Erase” and “Center Erase” functions can be used together.
Page 368 Application functions Press the [Start] key. – For details on scanning the document, refer to “Scanning a multi- page document from the original glass” on page 3-13. Scanning begins. How are documents with multiple pages scanned? % Position the next page and repeat step 10 until all pages of the doc- ument are scanned.
Page 369 Application functions – If “Front Cover” was selected, all page spreads are scanned in or- der after the front cover. SURVEYOR’S REPORT Press the [Start] key. 8-24 C250...
Page 370: Copying Pamphlets ("Booklet Original" Function)
Application functions Copying pamphlets (“Booklet Original” function) This function is available only if optional finisher FS-603 is installed. A pam- phlet with its staples removed can be copied and bound with staples at the center to create copies of the original pamphlet. Setting Description Center Erase OFF...
Page 371: To Copy Using The "Booklet Original" Function
Application functions To copy using the “Booklet Original” function 0 This function is available only if optional finisher FS-603 is installed. Position the document to be copied. – Load a booklet with the staples removed. – For details on positioning the document, refer to “Feeding the doc- ument”...
Page 372 Application functions Touch [Application], and then touch [Book Copy/Repeat]. – To cancel all settings for the Application functions, touch [Reset]. The Book Copy/Repeat screen appears. Touch [Booklet Original]. The Booklet Original screen appears. Touch either [Center Erase ON] or [Center Erase OFF]. –...
Page 373 Application functions Using the keypad, type in the desired number of copies. Press the [Start] key. – If the document is placed on the original glass, scanning begins. Touch [Finish], and then press the [Start] key to begin printing. – For details on scanning the document from the original glass, refer to “Scanning a multi-page document from the original glass”...
Page 374: Tiling Copy Images ("Image Repeat" Function)
Application functions Tiling copy images (“Image Repeat” function) A single document image can be copied repeatedly onto a single sheet of pa- per. The copies are produced with the number of repeats automatically ad- justed according to the document and paper sizes and the zoom ratio. The following repeating formats and settings are available.
Page 375: To Copy Using The "Image Repeat" Function
Application functions To copy using the “Image Repeat” function Position the document to be copied. – For details on positioning the document, refer to “Feeding the doc- ument” on page 3-7. Load the paper to be used into the desired paper tray. Touch [Application], and then touch [Book Copy/Repeat].
Page 376 Application functions Select the layout method. Check the scanning size under “Scan Range”, touch [OK], and then touch [OK] in the next screen that appears. – If the document size does not appear under “Scan Range”or to specify the scanning area, touch [Set Range], and then specify the area to be scanned from any of the screens.
Page 377 Application functions – To cancel the “Image Repeat” function, touch [OFF]. Standard Size screen Custom Size screen Photo Size screen Can sizes in inches be displayed? % Touch [ ] or [ ] to display a different list of sizes. If [Custom Size] is touched, the Custom Size screen appears.
Page 378 Application functions What happens when a value outside of the allowable range is spec- ified? % The message “Input Error” appears. If “Input Error” appears or if the value was incorrectly entered, press the [C] (clear) key in the key- pad, and then specify the correct value.
Page 379: Copying An Enlarged Image On Multiple Pages ("Poster Mode" Function)
Application functions Copying an enlarged image on multiple pages (“Post- er Mode” function) A document image can be divided, and each section of the image can be printed enlarged. The finished size can be specified by the image size, zoom ratio or paper size.
Page 380 Application functions Touch [Poster Mode]. The Poster Mode screen appears. [Booklet Original] does not appear if optional finisher FS-603 is not in- stalled. Touch [Image Size], [Zoom] or [Paper Size] under “Finished Size”. – The factory default setting for the finished size is “A2”. –...
Page 381 Application functions – Touch [Zoom], use the keypad to type in the desired value, and then touch [OK]. – Touch [Paper Size], select the finished paper size, and then touch [OK]. 8-36 C250...
Page 382 Application functions Check the document size under “Original Size” and then touch [OK] – If the document size does not appear or to specify the document size, touch [Standard Size] and then specify the document size from any of the screens. –...
Page 383 Application functions Can sizes in inches be displayed? % Touch [ ] or [ ] to display a different list of sizes. If [Custom Size] is touched, the Custom Size screen appears. If [Photo Size] is touched, the Photo Size screen appears. Can any size be specified? % Any size can be specified from the Custom Size screen.
Page 384: Copying With The Page Layout Of A Magazine ("Booklet" Function)
Application functions 8.10 Copying with the page layout of a magazine (“Book- let” function) The page order of the scanned document is automatically arranged to pro- duce double-sided copies in a page layout for center binding, such as for a magazine.
Page 385: To Copy Using The "Booklet" Function
Application functions To copy using the “Booklet” function Position the document to be copied. – For details on positioning the document, refer to “Feeding the doc- ument” on page 3-7. Touch [Application], and then touch [Booklet]. – To cancel all settings for the Application functions, touch [Reset]. Touch either [Left Bind] or [Right Bind].
Page 386: Copying With Image Colors Inversed ("Neg-/Pos. Reverse" Function)
Application functions 8.11 Copying with image colors inversed (“Neg-/Pos. Re- verse” function) A document can be copied with the light- and dark-colored areas or the colors (gradations) of the image inversed. Detail If the “Single Color” function is set, the colors are inversed with the se- lected color.
Page 387: To Copy Using The "Neg-/Pos. Reverse" Function
Application functions To copy using the “Neg-/Pos. Reverse” function Position the document to be copied. – For details on positioning the document, refer to “Feeding the doc- ument” on page 3-7. Touch [Application], and then touch [Edit Color]. – To cancel all settings for the Application functions, touch [Reset]. The Edit Color screen appears.
Page 388: Copying In A Mirror Image ("Mirror Image" Function)
Application functions 8.12 Copying in a mirror image (“Mirror Image” function) A copy can be printed in the mirror image of the original document. To copy using the “Mirror Image” function Position the document to be copied. – For details on positioning the document, refer to “Feeding the doc- ument”...
Page 389 Application functions Touch [Mirror Image]. The Mirror Image screen appears. Check the document size under “Original Size”, and then touch [OK]. – If the document size does not appear or to specify the document size, touch [Standard Size], and then specify the document size from any of the screens.
Page 390 Application functions – To cancel the “Mirror Image” function, touch [OFF]. Standard Size screen Custom Size screen Photo Size screen Can sizes in inches be displayed? % Touch[ ] or [ ] to display a different list of sizes. If [Custom Size] is touched, the Custom Size screen appears.
Page 391 Application functions What happens when a value outside of the allowable range is spec- ified? % The message “Input Error” appears. If “Input Error” appears or if the value was incorrectly entered, press the [C] (clear) key in the key- pad, and then specify the correct value.
Page 392: Adding A Background Color To Copies ("Background Color" Function)
Application functions 8.13 Adding a background color to copies (“Background Color” function) This function allows you to copy a document using one of the 18 colors avail- able as the color of the background (blank areas). Detail For sample images of the “Background Color” function, refer to ““Back- ground Color”...
Page 393 Application functions Select the desired background color. – To cancel changes to the settings, touch [Cancel]. – To cancel the “Background Color” function, touch [OFF]. Can other background colors displayed? % Touch [←Back] or [Fwd.→] to display a different list of colors. Touch [OK].
Page 394: Adjusting The Copy Color Quality (Adjust Color Parameters)
Application functions 8.14 Adjusting the copy color quality (Adjust Color param- eters) You can adjust the quality of color copies as desired. There are 10 Adjust Color parameters that can be used in any combination. In addition, you can check the specified settings by printing a sample copy. Setting Description Brightness...
Page 395: To Adjust The Adjust Color Parameters
Application functions To adjust the Adjust Color parameters As an example, the procedure for adjusting the Brightness parameter is de- scribed below. Touch [Application], and then touch [Edit Color]. – To cancel all settings for the Application functions, touch [Reset]. The Edit Color screen appears.
Page 396 Application functions Touch [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to change the setting. – To cancel changes to the settings, touch [Cancel]. – To cancel the “Brightness” parameter, touch [OFF]. – The “Sharpness” parameter can only be specified in single incre- ments.
Page 397: Checking The Print Result Of The Adjust Color Settings (Sample Copy)
Application functions Checking the Print Result of the Adjust Color Settings (Sample Copy) You can make a sample copy of your document to see how it will appear with the currently specified color adjustment settings. As an example, the procedure for the Brightness parameter is described be- low.
Page 398: To Make Sample Copies
Application functions To make sample copies Touch [Sample Copy] in the Darker ↔ Lighter (Brightness) screen. The Sample Copy screen appears. Load paper of a size listed under “Paper that can be used” into the pa- per tray. Place the document within the sample area of the original glass. Press the [Start] key.
Page 399: Adding Filing Margins To Copies ("Page Margin" Function)
Application functions 8.15 Adding filing margins to copies (“Page Margin” func- tion) Copies can be printed with a filing margin so that the pages can easily be filed. When making double-sided copies, the image orientation can adjusted by specifying the position of the filing margin. In addition, the image orienta- tion can adjusted without creating a filing margin.
Page 400: To Copy Using The "Page Margin" Function
Application functions To copy using the “Page Margin” function Position the document to be copied. – For details on positioning the document, refer to “Feeding the doc- ument” on page 3-7. Touch [Application], and then touch [Page Margin]. – To cancel all settings for the Application functions, touch [Reset]. The Page Margin screen appears.
Page 401 Application functions Using the keypad, specify the margin width. – If “None” is selected, the margin width is set to 0 mm. When making double-sided copies, the image orientation can adjusted without creating a filing margin. What happens when a value outside of the allowable range is spec- ified? % The message “Input Error”...
Page 402: Erasing Specified Areas Of Copies ("Erase" Function)
Application functions 8.16 Erasing specified areas of copies (“Erase” function) Copies can be produced by erasing unwanted areas around the document, such as the transmission information on received faxes and the shadows of punched holes. With frame erasing, the same width can be erased along all four sides of the document or a different width can be erased along each side of the docu- ment.
Page 403 Application functions Specify the area to be erased. – To cancel changes to the settings, touch [Cancel]. – To cancel the “Erase” function, touch [OFF]. What happens when [Frame] is selected? % The same width is erased on all four sides of the document. The factory default setting is “Frame”.
Page 404: Adjusting The Image To Fit The Paper (Image Adjustment Settings)
Application functions 8.17 Adjusting the image to fit the paper (Image Adjust- ment settings) When the copy paper is larger than the original document, copies can be made with the document image centered and enlarged to fill the paper. The image can be adjusted in any of the following ways. Setting Description Full Size...
Page 405: To Copy Using The Image Adjustment Settings
Application functions To copy using the Image Adjustment settings Position the document to be copied. – For details on positioning the document, refer to “Feeding the doc- ument” on page 3-7. Touch [Application], and then touch [Image Adjustment]. – To cancel all settings for the Application functions, touch [Reset]. The Image Adjustment screen appears.
Page 406 Application functions Check the document size under “Original Size”, and then touch [OK]. – If the document size does not appear or to specify the document size, touch [Standard Size], and then specify the document size from any of the screens. –...
Page 407 Application functions Can sizes in inches be displayed? % Touch [ ] or [ ] to display a different list of sizes. If [Custom Size] is touched, the Custom Size screen appears. If [Photo Size] is touched, the Photo Size screen appears. Can any size be specified? % Any size can be specified from the Custom Size screen.
Page 408: Printing The Date/Time, Page Number Or Distribution Number On Copies (Stamp Functions)
Application functions 8.18 Printing the Date/Time, page number or distribution number on copies (Stamp functions) The date/time or page number can be added to copies at the specified loca- tion, or a distribution number can be added when multiple copies are made. The following Stamp functions are available and can be combined.
Page 409: Printing The Date/Time ("Date/Time" Function)
Application functions Printing the Date/Time (“Date/Time” function) To copy using the “Date/Time” function Position the document to be copied. – For details on positioning the document, refer to “Feeding the doc- ument” on page 3-7. Touch [Application], and then touch [Stamp]. –...
Page 410 Application functions Touch the buttons for the desired settings under “Date Type”, “Time Type” and “Pages”. – To cancel changes to the settings, touch [Cancel]. – To cancel the “Date/Time” function, touch [OFF]. – To print the stamp only on the front cover page, touch [Cover Only]. –...
Page 411 Application functions – To make fine adjustments to the printing position, touch [Change Adjustment]. Select the desired direction under “Left & Right Ad- justment” or “Top & Bottom Adjustment”, use the keypad or touch [–] and [+] to specify the adjustment setting, and then touch [OK]. What are the limits on the adjustment amount? % The print position can be finely adjusted in 0.1 mm increments.
Page 412: Printing The Page Number ("Page #" Function)
Application functions Printing the page number (“Page #” function) To copy using the “Page #” function Position the document to be copied. – For details on positioning the document, refer to “Feeding the doc- ument” on page 3-7. Touch [Application], and then touch [Stamp]. The Stamp screen appears.
Page 413 Application functions – If necessary, touch [Chapter], and then use the keypad to type in the chapter number. – The setting for “Page #” can be set to a number between –99999 and 99999, and the setting for “Chapter” can be set to a number between –100 and 100.
Page 414 Application functions – To also specify settings for Application functions “Cover Mode”, “Insert Sheet” and “Chapters”, touch [Insert Sheet Setting], and then select the settings for the pages to be printed. – Blank pages inserted using the “Cover Mode”, “Insert Sheet” and “Chapters”...
Page 415: Printing The Distribution Number ("Set Numbering" Function)
Application functions Printing the distribution number (“Set Numbering” function) Detail The distribution number is normally printed as a four-digit number. If “Start Number” is set to “1”, “0001” is printed. To copy using the “Set Numbering” function Position the document to be copied. Touch [Application], and then touch [Stamp].
Page 416 Application functions Using the keypad, type in the starting number. – The starting number can be set between 0 and 9999. – To print the stamp only on the front cover page, touch [Cover Only]. – The stamp will not be printed on blank pages inserted using the “Cover Mode”, “Insert Sheet”...
Page 417: Printing Copy Protection Text ("Copy Protect" Function)
Application functions Printing copy protection text (“Copy Protect” function) REPORT REPORT REPORT Detail If the “Copy Protect” function is set, hidden text is printed in order to pre- vent improper copying. When a document printed with copy protection text is copied, the hidden text appears clearly repeated in the copies so that the reader knows that it is a copy.
Page 418 Application functions Touch [Copy Protect]. The Copy Protect screen appears. Select the format for the copy protection text. – To cancel the “Copy Protect” function, touch [OFF]. Touching [OFF] in the settings screen for the format of copy protection text only cancels the settings in that screen.
Page 419 Application functions – Multiple registered stamps or preset stamps cannot be selected. – If [Date/Time] was touched, the Copy Protect>Date/Time screen appears. Select the desired settings under “Date Type” and “Time Type”, and then touch [OK]. – The copy protection date and time that is printed is the date and time when the document is scanned.
Page 420 Application functions – The factory default settings are listed below. [Color]: Black, [Density]: Standard, [Pattern]: Embossed (Pattern Contrast 0), [Pattern Size]: Normal, [Pattern Overwrite]: Copy Prior- ity, [Angle]: 0° Color screen Density screen Pattern screen C250 8-75...
Page 421 Application functions – The settings under “Pattern Contrast” in the Pattern screen can only be specified in single increments between –2 and +2. Pattern Size screen Pattern Overwrite screen 8-76 C250...
Page 422 Application functions – If necessary, touch [Position Check/Change], and then change the printing angle in the Position Check/Change screen. Select desired angle, and then touch [OK]. – If necessary, touch [Position Change/Delete] in the Position Check/ Change screen, and then change the arrangement of the text in the Position Change/Delete screen.
Page 423 Application functions – To delete the copy protection text, touch [Delete], and then touch the button for the copy protection text to be deleted. Touch [OK], and then touch [OK] in the next screen that appears. If necessary, specify any other copy settings. Using the keypad, type in the desired number of copies.
Page 424: Replacing Toner Cartridges And Staples And Emptying Waste Containers
Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers...
Page 425: Replacing The Toner Cartridge
Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers Replacing the toner cartridge When the toner is about to run out, the advanced warning message shown below appears. Detail About 1000 (A4) pages can be printed after the message “Toner Car- tridge (X) needs to be replaced soon.”...
Page 426 Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers When the toner is empty, the warning message shown below appears and copies can no longer be made. Note When the message appears, replace the toner cartridge according to your maintenance agreement. Detail For details on replacing the toner cartridges, refer to “To replace the toner cartridge”...
Page 427 Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers Display in Enlarge Display mode When the toner is empty, the screen shown below appears. Touch to display the message shown below. 7 CAUTION Handling toner and the toner cartridges Do not throw toner or the toner cartridge into a fire. Toner expelled from the fire may cause burns.
Page 428 Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers 7 CAUTION Precautions for toner spills Be careful not to spill toner inside the machine or get toner on your clothes or hands. If your hands become soiled with toner, immediately wash them with soap and water.
Page 429: To Replace The Toner Cartridge
Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers To replace the toner cartridge The procedure for replacing any of the toner cartridges (yellow (Y), magenta (M), cyan (C) or black (K)) is the same. Example: Replacing the black toner cartridge 0 When replacing the black toner cartridge, be sure to replace filter 2.
Page 430 Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers Pull up the locking tab of the empty toner car- tridge to unlock it. Pull out the toner cartridge as far as possible, and then pull it up to remove How are used toner cartridge disposed % Do not throw away used toner cartridg-...
Page 431 Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers Remove the new toner cartridge from its pack- aging, and then shake the cartridge up and down 5 to 10 times. – The toner within the toner cartridge may have become com- pacted.
Page 432 Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers Note Check that a toner cartridge of the same color as the one to be replaced has been prepared. Reminder Be careful about the installation location of the toner cartridges, since it is different for other colors.
Page 433: Replacing The Staples
Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers Replacing the staples When finisher FS-501 or FS-603 is installed and is about to run out of staples, the message shown below appears. Example: When finisher FS-603 is installed Display in Enlarge Display mode Detail Be sure to replace the staple cartridge only after the message appears, otherwise the machine may be damaged.
Page 434: To Replace The Staple Cartridge For Finisher Fs-501
Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers To replace the staple cartridge for finisher FS-501 Slide the finisher away from the machine. Turn the jammed-staple- clearing dial to the left in order to position stapler at the center. Pull the staple cartridge Stapler holder toward you from...
Page 435 Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers Remove the staple car- tridge from the staple case. Staple cartridge Load the new staple car- tridge into the staple car- tridge holder. – Fully insert the staple cartridge as far as possible.
Page 436 Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers Insert the staple car- tridge holder until it locks into place. Slide the finisher back against the machine. Reminder Be sure to replace the staple cartridge only after the message appears, otherwise the machine may be damaged.
Page 437: To Replace The Staple Cartridge For Finisher Fs-603
Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers To replace the staple cartridge for finisher FS-603 Open the front door of the finisher. Turn misfeed-clearing dial 1 clockwise until the removal indicator is Removal indicator completely blue. What should be done if the misfeed-clear- ing dial 1 is turned too far?
Page 438 Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers Slowly pull out the sta- pler unit as far as possi- ble. Stapler unit Grasp both sides of the Staple cartridge holder staple cartridge holder, lift it up, and then pull it out.
Page 439 Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers Pull up the staple case. Remove the staple car- tridge from the staple case. Staple cartridge Load the new staple car- tridge into the staple car- tridge holder. – Fully insert the staple cartridge as far as possible.
Page 440 Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers Press the staple case down. Peel the tape off of the staple cartridge. Insert the staple car- tridge holder, making sure the tabs on the holder slide along the rails in the compartment. C250 9-17...
Page 441 Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers Insert the staple car- tridge holder until it locks into place. – Check that the staple cartridge holder is securely installed. Carefully move the stapler unit back into its original position. Close the front door.
Page 442: Clearing A Staple Jam
Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers Clearing a staple jam If a staple jam occurs in the finisher, the message shown below appears. Reminder Be careful when clearing jammed staples since injuries may result. C250 9-19...
Page 443: To Clear Jammed Staples In Finisher Fs-501
Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers To clear jammed staples in finisher FS-501 Slide the finisher away from the machine. Turn the jammed-staple- clearing dial to the left in order to position stapler at the center. Pull the staple cartridge holder out toward you.
Page 444 Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers Swing open the shutter of the staple cartridge holder, and then pull out one sheet of staples. Sheet of staples Shutter Return the shutter of the staple cartridge holder to its original position. Insert the staple car- tridge holder until it locks into place.
Page 445: To Clear Jammed Staples In Finisher Fs-603
Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers To clear jammed staples in finisher FS-603 0 If the message “Staple mode cannot be used.” appears, be sure to per- form the following procedure. If the following procedure is not followed and the paper is pulled out with too much force, the stapler unit may be damaged.
Page 446 Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers Open the misfeed-clear- ing guide for the finisher, and then remove any misfed paper. Open the front door of the finisher. Turn misfeed-clearing dial 1 clockwise until the removal indicator is Removal indicator completely blue.
Page 447 Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers Remove all paper fed into the exit tray 1. Open the Right-side door, and then pull out any misfed paper in the transport section. Clockwise turn the mis- feed-clearing dial in the Misfeed-clearing folding section.
Page 448 Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers Slowly pull out the sta- pler unit as far as possi- ble. Turn misfeed-clearing Removal dial 2 clockwise until the Misfeed-clearing position cartridge removal indi- dial 2 cators are aligned. The staple cartridge moves to a position from where it can be re- moved.
Page 449 Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers Swing open the shutter of the staple cartridge. Pull out toward you the two staples jammed at the end of the staple car- tridge. What happens if both staples are not re- moved? % Stapling cannot con- tinue correctly.
Page 450 Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers Insert the staple car- tridge holder until it locks into place. – Check that the staple cartridge holder is securely installed. Carefully move the sta- pler unit back into its original position. Close the front door.
Page 451: Emptying The Waste Containers
Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers Emptying the waste containers If the hole-punch waste container in punch kit PK-501 installed on finisher FS-603 becomes full, the message shown below appears (if it can be emp- tied by the user). Note The setting for emptying the hole-punch waste container should be spec- ified by the technical representative.
Page 452: To Empty The Hole-Punch Waste Container For Finisher Fs-603
Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers Display while a job is being performed Detail When performed by user If the hole-punch waste container has become full while a job is being performed, the job being performed is paused. To continue the job with- out canceling the Punch setting, empty the hole-punch waste container.
Page 453 Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers Slide the finisher away from the machine. Pull out the hole-punch waste container. Empty the hole-punch waste container. Install the hole-punch waste container into its original position. Slide the finisher back against the machine. 9-30 C250...
Page 454: Replacing The Waste Toner Box
Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers Replacing the waste toner box When it is almost time to replace the waste toner box (and if it is replaceable by the user), the message shown in the following illustration appears, warn- ing about the replacement period.
Page 455 Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers Display in Enlarge Display mode When the time to replace the part is reached, the following screen appears. Touch to display the message shown below. 9-32 C250...
Page 456: To Replace The Waste Toner Box
Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers To replace the waste toner box Follow the procedure described below to replace the waste toner box. Open the machine’s front door. Pull the waste toner re- lease lever. Remove the waste toner box.
Page 457 Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers Install the new waste toner box. Remove filter 1, and then install the new filter 1. Close the front door. 9-34 C250...
Page 458 Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers 7 CAUTION Handling toner and the toner cartridges Do not throw toner or the waste toner box into a fire. Toner expelled from the fire may cause burns. 7 CAUTION Precautions for toner spills Be careful not to spill toner inside the machine or get toner on your clothes or hands.
Page 459 Replacing toner cartridges and staples and emptying waste containers 9-36 C250...
Page 460: Care Of The Machine
Care of the machine...
Page 461: Cleaning
Care of the machine Care of the machine 10.1 Cleaning This section describes the procedures for cleaning each part. Housing Clean the surface of the housing by wiping it with a soft cloth dampened with a mild household detergent. Reminder Be sure to turn off the machine (set the power switch to “o”) before cleaning it.
Page 462: Original Glass
Care of the machine Original glass Clean the surface of the original glass by wiping it with a soft, dry cloth. Reminder Never use solvents, such as benzene or thinner, to clean the original glass. Control panel Clean the control panel by wiping it with a soft, dry cloth.
Page 463: Document Transfer Belt
Care of the machine Document transfer belt Clean the document transfer belt by wiping it with a soft cloth damp- ened with a mild house- hold detergent. Carefully slide the belt to the left to expose a hid- den area of the belt. Clean the newly exposed surface of the belt by wiping it with a soft cloth dampened with a mild household detergent (as in step 1).
Page 464: Original Cover Pad
Care of the machine Original cover pad Clean the surface of the pad by wiping it with a soft cloth dampened with a mild household detergent. Reminder Never use solvents, such as benzene or thinner, to clean the original cov- er pad.
Page 465: Electrostatic Charger Wire
Care of the machine Electrostatic charger wire If the electrostatic charger wire is dirty, streaks will appear though the printed images. If this occurs, follow the procedure described below to clean the electrostatic charger wire. Open the machine’s front door. Slowly pull out the charger-cleaning tool as far as possible.
Page 466: Print Head
Care of the machine Print head If the print head becomes dirty, decreased print quality may result. If this oc- curs, clean the print head according to the following procedure. Open the machine’s front door. Remove the cleaning tool from the machine’s front door.
Page 467: Viewing Counters (Meter Count)
Care of the machine 10.2 Viewing counters (Meter Count) Viewing counters The Meter Count screen can be displayed so that the total number of prints since counting started can be viewed. In addition, the list of counters can be printed. To view the counters Press the [Utility/Counter] key.
Page 468: Viewing The Coverage Rate
Care of the machine Touch [Close], and then touch [Close] in the next screen that appears. The Basic screen appears again. Note The list of counters can be displayed even while the machine is copying or printing. Viewing the coverage rate The amount of toner that was used can be viewed in the Toner Coverage screen.
Page 469: When The Message "Preventive Maintenance Time." Appears
Care of the machine 10.3 When the message “Preventive maintenance time.” appears If the message “Preventive maintenance time.” appears, contact your tech- nical representative and request a periodic maintenance inspection. 10-10 C250...
Page 470: Managing Jobs
Managing jobs (Job List)
Page 471: Overview Of The Job List Screen
Managing jobs (Job List) Managing jobs (Job List) 11.1 Overview of the Job List screen Jobs Specifying the desired copy settings, then pressing the [Start] key queues the copy operation in this machine. This queued operation is called a job. In the same way, operations for making scans and computer printouts are also queued as jobs.
Page 472: Job List Screens
Managing jobs (Job List) – Total: 251 - When one job is finished being printed, the next queued print job auto- matically begins. Note Up to 251 jobs, including print jobs, scanner transmission jobs, fax trans- mission jobs and received fax/saved jobs, can be queued. Job list screens An overview of the Job List screens is provided below.
Page 473 Managing jobs (Job List) - The function of each button in the Job List screens is described below. Name Description [Print] A selected Displays the Print tab of the Job List screen button [Scan] Displays the Scan tab of the Job List screen indicates For details, refer to the Network Scanner Operations of which job...
Page 474 Managing jobs (Job List) Name Description [Detail] Displays screens for checking the status, results, error details, user name, queued time, completed time and number of copies for jobs in the job lists. For details, refer to “Displayed information” on page 11-9. ] arrows When there are more jobs than the five that can be displayed at one time, touch these arrows to display...
Page 475: Performing Operations On Jobs
Managing jobs (Job List) 11.2 Performing operations on jobs To delete a job A queued job or job being printed (job in the Active Jobs list) can be deleted. In the Basic screen, touch [Job List]. The Job List screen appears. In the Print tab, display the job to be deleted.
Page 476 Managing jobs (Job List) Check the information that is displayed, and then touch [Yes] if the cor- rect job is indicated. – To quit deleting the job, touch [No]. The screen displayed before [Delete] was touched appears again, and the job is deleted from the Current Jobs list. Touch [Exit] or press the [Reset] key.
Page 477: To Check The Job Settings
Managing jobs (Job List) To check the job settings Job settings for stored jobs, jobs being printed, jobs queued to be printed and held jobs can be checked. In the Basic screen, touch [Job List]. The Job List screen appears. Display the list containing the job whose settings are to be checked.
Page 478: Displayed Information
Managing jobs (Job List) Displayed information The following information can be checked from the Job List screen. - Print tab Status (Receiving, Waiting, Printing, Printing Stopped, Print Error, Job Stored) , Result (Job complete, Error cleared, Deleted by User, Deleted Due To Error) , Error Detail , Document Name, User Name, Start Time,...
Page 479: To Check The Job Details
Managing jobs (Job List) To check the job details In the Basic screen, touch [Job List]. The Job List screen appears. Display the list containing the job whose details are to be checked. Select the job whose details are to be checked, and then touch [Detail]. –...
Page 480: To Display Current Jobs (Held Jobs And Active Jobs Lists)
Managing jobs (Job List) To display current jobs (held jobs and active jobs lists) The lists of received print jobs for Copy mode and Fax mode and for compu- ter printing is displayed. In the Basic screen, touch [Job List]. The Job List screen appears.
Page 481: To Display Job History
Managing jobs (Job List) To display Job History In the Basic screen, touch [Job List]. The Job List screen appears. Touch [Job History]. The Job History screen appears. Touch the button for the desired list. – Deleted Jobs: Displays only jobs that were deleted before they were finished –...
Page 482: To Print A Sample Copy Of A Stored Job
Managing jobs (Job List) To print a sample copy of a stored job A single copy of a stored job can be printed in order to be checked. The Held Jobs list contains jobs such as those for which a proof copy was being printed when the automatic system reset operation was performed and proof print jobs for data in the boxes.
Page 483 Managing jobs (Job List) Detail To change the settings, touch [Change setting] in the Release Held Job screen. For details, refer to “To print a stored job” below. 11-14 C250...
Page 484: To Print A Stored Job
Managing jobs (Job List) To print a stored job A job is removed from the Held Jobs list and printed. Display the Held Jobs list in the Current Jobs list of the Print tab. Touch [Release Held Job]. The Release Held Job screen appears. Select the job to be removed from the Held Jobs list.
Page 485 Managing jobs (Job List) – To cancel changes to the settings, touch [Cancel]. Is there more information about the settings? % Refer to the appropriate section. In the Release Held Job screen, touch [OK]. The stored job appears in the Active Jobs list and is printed. Can a sample copy be printed? % For details on printing a sample copy, refer to “To print a sample copy of a stored job”...
Page 486: To Increase Priority For Printing
Managing jobs (Job List) To increase priority for printing The next job to be printed after the current job being printed can be selected. If an Administrator mode function was set so that the output priority of jobs cannot be changed, [Increase Priority] does not appear and the output prior- ity of the jobs cannot be specified.
Page 487 Managing jobs (Job List) The selected job moves to the top of the list and printing of the job be- gins. How is the changing of the output priority stopped? % Touch [Cancel]. 11-18 C250...
Page 488: Utility
Utility...
Page 489: Overview Of Utility Mode Parameters
Utility Utility 12.1 Overview of utility mode parameters List of registration information and parameters This section describes the buttons available when the [Utility/Counter] key is pressed. Note The buttons that appear in the screens differ depending on the specified settings. Utility/Counter One-Touch Registra- [1] Scan...
Page 490 Utility [2] Measurement Unit Setting [3] Paper Tray [1] Auto Tray Setting Select Setting [2] Auto Tray Switch ON/OFF [3] No Match- ing Paper in Tray Setting [4] Print Lists [4] Auto Color Level Adjustment [5] Power Save Low Power Setting Mode Setting Sleep Mode...
Page 491 Utility [4] Copier Set- Auto Paper Select p. 12-20 ting ( for Small Original Auto Booklet ON when Fold & Staple Auto Zoom for Combine/Booklet Sort/Group Auto Change Set for Incorrect AMS Direction Auto Zoom (Platen) Auto Zoom (ADF) Select Tray when APS OFF Select Tray for Insert Sheet...
Page 492 Utility Banner Paper Tray [3] PCL Setting [1] Font Setting Internal [2] Symbol Set Disk [3] Font Size Soft [4] Line/Page [5] CR/LF Mapping [4] PS Setting PS Error Print [5] Print Reports Configuration Page Demo Page PCL Font List PS Font List Administrator Setting [1] System Set-...
Page 493 Utility Deleting Other User’s Jobs Registering and Changing Addresses Changing Zoom Ratio Changing the “From” Address [4] Restrict Op- Restrict Fax eration Setting Broadcasting [7] Expert [1] AE Level Adjustment Adjustment [2] Printer [1] Leading Edge Adjustment Adjustment [2] Centering [3] Centering (Du- plex 2nd Side) [4] Media Adjust-...
Page 494 Utility Centering Horizontal Adjustment Vertical Adjustment [0] ADF Adjust- [1] Centering ment [2] Original Stop Position [3] Centering Auto Adjustment [4] Auto Adj. of Stop Position [8] List/Counter [1] Manage- Job Settings ment List List [2] Paper Size/ Type Counter [9] Reset [1] System Setting...
Page 495 Utility [2] Group [3] SMB [3] Program [4] User Box [4] Subject/ [1] Subject Text (for E-mail) [2] Text [2] Fax [1] Address [1] Abbr. Dial Book [2] Group [2] E-Mail [3] Program [3] User Box [4] Subject/Text [1] Subject (for E-mail) [2] Text [3] User Box...
Page 496 Utility [2] NetWare Setting [3] http Server Support Setting Operation [4] FTP Setting Printer Information [5] SMB Setting [6] AppleTalk [7] LDAP [1] Enabling Setting LDAP [2] Setting Up LDAP [3] Default LDAP Server Setting [8] E-Mail [1] E-Mail TX Setting (SMTP) [2] E-Mail RX...
Page 497 Utility Receive Mode Number of RX Call Rings Number of Redials Redial Interval Line Monitor Sound Line Monitor Sound Volume [4] TX/RX Duplex Print Setting (RX) Inch Paper Prior- ity Over A4 Print Paper Selection Print Paper Size Incorrect User Box No.
Page 498 Utility Sequential TX Report Timer Reserva- tion TX Report Confidential RX Report Bulletin TX Report Relay TX Result Report PC-Fax TX Error Report Broadcast Result Report [8] Job Settings TX Result List Report Check [9] Multi Lines [1] Telephone Dialing Method Setting Line Settings Number of RX...
Page 499 Utility [2] Temporary Data Overwrite Setting [3] Overwrite All Data [4] HDD Lock Password [5] HDD For- matting [6] HDD Encryp- tion Setting [7] Management [1] Function Function Setting Settings Check Consumable [8] Register [2] Max. No. of Sets p. 12-96 Life ( Stamp to Copy Setting...
Page 500: Selecting A Destination Register
Utility 12.2 Selecting a destination register This section describes the main parameters and operations that can be per- formed after pressing the [Utility/Counter] key, then touching [1 One-Touch Registration]. Scan Parameter Description Address Book Register recipients for scanning. For details, refer to the Network Scanner Operations of the User’s Guide.
Page 501: Displaying The Destination Register Screen
Utility Note [2 Bulletin Board User Box] and [3 Relay User Box] appear only when fax kit FK-502 is installed. Displaying the destination register screen The following procedure describes how to display the One-Touch Registra- tion Screen. Press the [Utility/Coun- ter] key.
Page 502 Utility The One-Touch Registration screen appears. Note To quit specifying the Utility mode setting, touch [Exit] in the sub display area or press the [Utility/Counter] key. Otherwise, cancel the Utility mode by touching [Close] in each screen until the screen for the Copy, Fax, Scan or Box mode appears.
Page 503: Specifying User Settings
Utility 12.3 Specifying user settings This section describes the main parameters and operations that can be per- formed after pressing the [Utility/Counter] key, then touching [2 User Set- ting]. System setting Language Selection Description Default Setting Select the language of the Touch Panel messages. English Measurement Unit Setting Description...
Page 504 Utility Auto Color Level Adjustment Description Default Setting Adjust the reference level for detecting a color or black-and-white 3 (standard) document when the “Auto Color” setting is selected. The reference level can be set to one of 5 settings. Power Save Setting Parameter Description Default Setting...
Page 505: Display Setting
Utility AE Level Adjustment Description Default Setting Specify the initial value for auto exposure. The higher the setting, the 2 (standard) more that the document background is emphasized. Note If the “Administrator Security Level” parameter in Administrator mode was set to “Level 2”, [Output Setting] and [AE Level Adjustment] also ap- pear.
Page 506: Initial Setting
Utility Copy Screen Parameter Description Default Setting Copy Operating Screen Select the screen that is displayed while printing. • ON: A copy job can be reserved by touching [Next Job Reservation] in the screen with the message “Now print- ing.”, which appears during printing. •...
Page 507: Copier Setting
Utility Copier setting Parameter Description Default Setting Auto Paper Select for Select whether copying is permitted Prohibit Copy Small Original when the “Auto Paper Select” setting is selected and either no document is placed on the original glass or the docu- ment placed on the original glass is too small for its size to be detected.
Page 508 Utility Parameter Description Default Setting Set for Incorrect AMS Di- Select whether or not printing continues Print rection when the paper and document orienta- tions are different with the “Auto Paper Select” setting selected. • Print: The Zoom setting is automatically set and the copy is printed on paper of the specified size in the specified ori- entation.
Page 509: Scanner Setting
Utility Detail For details on the “Administrator Security Level” parameter, refer to “Se- curity setting” on page 12-39. Scanner setting Parameter Description JPEG Compression Specify settings for scanning. For details, refer to the Network Scan- Level ner Operations of the User’s Guide. Black Compression Level TWAIN Lock Time...
Page 510: Displaying The Utility Setting Screen
Utility Displaying the Utility Setting screen The following procedure describes how to display the User Setting Screen. Press the [Utility/Coun- ter] key. Utility/ Counter Touch [2 User Setting]. – An item can also be selected by pressing the key in the keypad for the number beside the desired button.
Page 511 Utility Note To quit specifying the User mode setting, touch [Exit] in the sub display area or press the [Utility/Counter] key. Otherwise, cancel the User mode by touching [Close] in each screen until the screen for the Copy, Fax, Scan or Box mode appears. Detail For details on “Banner Printing”, refer to the User’s Guide [Print Opera- tions].
Page 512: Specifying Administrator Settings
Utility 12.4 Specifying administrator settings This section describes the main parameters and operations that can be per- formed after pressing the [Utility/Counter] key, then touching [3 Administra- tor Setting]. System setting Power Save Setting Parameter Description Default Setting Low Power Mode Set- Specify the desired length of time (be- 15 minutes ting...
Page 513 Utility Date/Time Setting Description Default Setting Specify the current date and time. In addition, the time zone can be Time Zone: +00:00 set between -12:00 and 13:00 (in 30-minute increments). (The de- fault time zone for Japan is “+9:00”.) Daylight Saving Time Setting Description Default Setting Select whether or not the machine’s internal clock observes daylight...
Page 514: Restrict User Access
Utility Restrict User Access Parameter Description Default Setting Restrict Access to Saved Select the registered copy programs that – Program Jobs are prevented from being changed or deleted. Delete Saved Program Select the registered copy programs to – Jobs be delete. Restrict Changing Select whether or not to allow the print...
Page 515 Utility Parameter Description Default Setting Printer Ad- Leading Adjust the starting print position be- 0.0 mm justment Edge tween –3.0 and 3.0 mm at the leading Adjust- edge of the paper (with respect to the ment paper feed direction). Adjustments can be specified for each paper type.
Page 516 Utility Parameter Description Default Setting Image Stabilization Perform an image stabilization if the im- – age is incorrect, even after the gradation levels have been adjusted. • Image Stabilization Only: Perform normal image stabilization. • Initialize + Image Stabilization: Select when a good result was not achieved after “Image Stabilization Only”...
Page 517 Utility Parameter Description Default Setting ADF Ad- Centering If the center position cannot be automatically adjusted in the trans- justment verse document feed direction, it can be adjusted manually. For de- tails on making this adjustment, contact your technical representative. Original If the scanning position cannot be automatically adjusted in the doc- Stop Posi-...
Page 518: Reset Setting
Utility Reset Setting Parameter Description Default Setting System Auto Reset Specify the desired length of time until Priority mode: the automatic system reset operation is Copy performed. System Auto Reset • Priority Mode: Time: Select the setting (“Copy”, “Scan” or 1 minute “Fax”) for the mode that the machine enters when the automatic system re-...
Page 519 Utility Reminder If user authentication or account track operations are being performed, they will be canceled after 1 minute, even if the “System Auto Reset” pa- rameter has been set to “OFF”. However, the Enlarge Display mode is not canceled when the “System Auto Reset” parameter is set to “OFF”. If user authentication settings have been specified or “Enhanced Security Mode”...
Page 520: Administrator/Machine Setting
Utility Administrator/machine setting Parameter Description Administrator Registra- Specify the administrator information displayed in the Service/Ad- tion ministrator Information screen of the Help screens and the From ad- dress for sending e-mail from the machine. Input Machine Address The name of the machine and its e-mail address can be registered. The registered machine name is added to the names of files that are sent and to documents saved in boxes.
Page 521: User Authentication/Account Track
Utility User authentication/account track General Settings Description Default Setting Specify settings for user authentication and account track for con- User Authentication: trolling the use of this machine. • User Authentication: Account Track: OFF Select either “ON (External Server)” or “ON (MFP)” as the user au- thentication method.
Page 522 Utility Parameter Description Default Setting User Registration The users of this machine can be regis- – tered. In addition, the password, output permissions, number of prints allowed, and function permissions can be speci- fied for each user. User Counter The copy, printing, scan/fax use for each –...
Page 523: Network Setting
Utility Network setting Parameter Description TCP/IP Setting Specify settings for using the network. For details, refer to the Net- work Scanner Operations of the User’s Guide. NetWare Setting httpServer Setting FTP Setting SMB Setting AppleTalk LDAP Setting E-Mail Setting Detail Setting SNMP Setting Bonjour Setting TCP Socket Setting...
Page 524: Printer Setting
Utility Parameter Description Default Setting Print Jobs During Copy Select whether or not print data or fax Accept Operation data can be accepted for printing while a copy operation is being performed. • Accept: Print data and fax data can be accept- ed and printed.
Page 525 Utility Parameter Description Prefix/Suffix Auto Set- This parameter is not available with this machine. ting Note [2 Call Remote Center] appears when center registration has been com- pleted with CS Remote Care. 12-38 C250...
Page 526: Security Setting
Utility Security setting Administrator Password Description Default Setting The administrator password used to specify the Administrator mode 12345678 settings can be specified or changed. The administrator password can contain between 0 and 8 digits (characters). If the “Password Rules” parameter is set to “ON”, only an administrator password with 8 digits can be specified.
Page 527: Security Details
Utility Security Details Parameter Description Default Setting Password Rules Select whether or not passwords are applied. Prohibit Functions when Select the operations that are prohibited if Mode 1 Auth. Error user authentication failed. • [Mode 1]: Operations cannot be performed for a fixed length of time.
Page 528 Utility Detail The operation of the “Prohibit Functions when Auth. Error” parameter is performed with the following passwords. User authentication passwords, account track passwords, box pass- words, passwords for confidential documents, and the administrator password If the control panel cannot be operated even after touching [Release] from the “Prohibit Functions when Auth.
Page 529 Utility Parameter Description Default Setting Overwrite All Data Select this parameter to overwrite all data on Mode 1 the entire hard disk when returning or dispos- ing of this machine in order to prevent disclo- sure of the data. For details on the settings, refer to the User’s Guide [Box Operations].
Page 530: Displaying The Administrator Setting Screen
Utility Displaying the Administrator Setting screen The following procedure describes how to display the Administrator Setting Screen. Press the [Utility/Coun- ter] key. Utility/ Counter Touch [3 Administrator Setting]. – An item can also be selected by pressing the key in the keypad for the number beside the desired button.
Page 531 Utility Type in the administrator password, and then touch [OK]. For details on typing in text, refer to “Entering text” on page 13-2. The Administrator Setting screen appears. Note To quit specifying the Utility mode setting, touch [Exit] in the sub display area or press the [Utility/Counter] key.
Page 532: Overview Of Weekly Timer Settings
Utility 12.5 Overview of weekly timer settings Various weekly timer settings in the Weekly Timer Setting screen can be combined. A general procedure is described below. Requisite 0 If the weekly timer has been set, leave the machine plugged into the elec- trical outlet even if the machine has been turned off.
Page 533: Adjusting The Printer
Utility 12.6 Adjusting the printer Adjusting the starting print position at the leading edge position The starting print position at the leading edge of each type of paper (with re- spect to the paper feed direction) can be adjusted. Adjustments can be specified for each paper type. 0 The starting print position is adjusted during manufacturing of the ma- chine.
Page 534 Utility Check that the distance from the starting print position of the test pat- tern to the edge of the paper (a) is 4.2 mm. a: 4.2 mm – If the distance is less than 4 mm, touch [+] to increase the ad- justment (between 0.2 mm and 3.0 mm).
Page 535: Adjusting The Starting Print Position At The Left Edge
Utility Adjusting the starting print position at the left edge The starting print position at the left edge of the paper (with respect to the paper feed direction) for each paper tray can be adjusted. Adjustments can be specified for each paper tray. 0 The starting print position is adjusted during manufacturing of the ma- chine.
Page 536 Utility Check that the distance from the starting print position of the test pat- tern to the edge of the paper (b) is 3 mm (± 0.5 mm). – If the distance is less than 2.5 mm, touch [+] to increase the adjust- ment (between 0.2 mm and 3.0 mm).
Page 537: Adjusting The Starting Print Position For The Second Side
Utility Adjusting the starting print position for the second side The starting print position at the left edge of the paper for the second side during automatic double-sided copying for each paper tray can be adjusted. 0 The starting print position is adjusted during manufacturing of the ma- chine.
Page 538 Utility Check that the distance from the starting print position of the test pat- tern to the left edge of the paper (c) is 3 mm c: 3.0 mm ± 0.5 mm (± 0.5 mm). – If the distance is less than 2.5 mm, touch [+] to increase the adjustment (between...
Page 539: Adjusting Printing According To The Media
Utility Adjusting printing according to the media The print image can be adjusted for each type of paper that is used. Display the Administrator Setting screen. – For details on displaying the Administrator Setting screen, refer to “Displaying the Administrator Setting screen” on page 12-43. Touch [1 System Setting].
Page 540 Utility Touch [+] or [–] to adjust the setting between –5 and +5. An adjustment is possible if the size of the white areas in missing print or the white spots is 0.5 mm or less. – For missing print or white spots in the print image, touch [–] to reduce the adjust-...
Page 541: Adjusting The Finisher
Utility 12.7 Adjusting the finisher Detail For details on the “Fold & Staple” setting, refer to “To bind copies at the center (“Fold & Staple”)” on page 3-77. Adjusting the center stapling position The stapling position when printing with the “Fold & Staple” function can be adjusted.
Page 542 Utility Compare the width of the left pages of the copy sample with the width of the right pages to check for the center of the paper. – If the staple position is too far to the left of the center of the pa- per, touch [+] to in- crease the adjustment (between...
Page 543: Adjusting The Center Folding Position
Utility Adjusting the center folding position The half-fold position when printing with the “Fold & Staple” function can be adjusted. 0 Before making any adjustments, use the “Fold & Staple” function to print a single sample copy. Perform the adjustment while checking the sample that was created.
Page 544 Utility Compare the width of the left pages of the copy sample with the width of the right pages to check for the center of the paper. – If the folding position is too far to the left of the center of the pa- per, touch [+] to in- crease the adjustment (between...
Page 545: Adjusting The Color Registration
Utility 12.8 Adjusting the color registration Adjusting the color registration for yellow, magenta and cyan Adjust the color registration if color shifts can be seen in the print result. Color shifts can be adjusted with plain paper, thick paper 1 or thick paper 2. The procedure for adjusting the color registration is the same for yellow, ma- genta and cyan.
Page 546 Utility Press the [Start] key. A test pattern is printed. Check the distance from the reference black lines to the cyan lines in the test pattern along the X and Y directions. – If the lines are shifted in the X direction as shown below, touch [–] under “X”...
Page 547 Utility – If the lines are shifted in the Y direction as shown below, touch [–] under “Y” to re- duce the adjustment (between –1 dot and –6 dots). – If the lines are shifted in the Y direction as shown below, touch [+] under “Y”...
Page 548: Adjusting The Gradation Levels
Utility 12.9 Adjusting the gradation levels Adjust the gradation levels if there are changes in the color gradations of the print image. The following color gradation adjustments can be performed. - High Compression Mode: The adjustment is made with stress on increas- ing the number of images stored in the memory.
Page 549 Utility Touch the button for the mode to be adjusted. Press the [Start] key. A test pattern is printed. 12-62 C250...
Page 550 Utility Place the printed test pattern on the original glass. – Be sure to load the paper in the orientation shown on the screen. Place on top of the test pattern 10 or more sheets of blank paper of the same size as the printed test pattern page.
Page 551: 12.10 Authentication Method
Utility 12.10 Authentication method User authentication and account track settings can be specified to limit the use of this machine. User authentication settings are specified to manage in- dividuals, and account track settings are specified to manage groups and multiple users. By specifying both user authentication and account track settings, the number of prints made by each group can be managed for each individual user.
Page 552: When User Authentication And Account Track Are Synchronized
Utility When user authentication and account track are synchronized User 1 Account Group A User 2 Group B This setup is used when the machine is used by multiple departments and the use by each employee is managed by each department. With this setup, totals can be maintained on each employee (each user) and on each depart- ment (each account).
Page 553: When User Authentication And Account Track Are Used Separately
Utility When user authentication and account track are used separately User 1 Account Group A Group B User 2 Group C This setup is used when the machine is used by multiple employees with each employee performing multiple duties, which are to be totaled separate- ly.
Page 554: To Select An Authentication Method
Utility To select an authentication method Display the Administrator Setting screen. – For details on displaying the Administrator Setting screen, refer to “Displaying the Administrator Setting screen” on page 12-43. Touch [4 User Authentication/Account Track]. The User Authentication/Account Track screen appears. Touch [1 General Settings].
Page 555 Utility Beside “Account Track Input Method”, touch the button for the desired setting. – To allow this machine to be used after the account name and pass- word are entered in the account track screen, touch [Account Name & Password]. –...
Page 556 Utility Beside “# of Counters Assigned for Users”, specify the desired setting. – Press the [C] (clear) key to erase the value, and then use the keypad to specify the desired value (between 1 and 999). – If user authentication and account track settings have been ap- plied, counters can be assigned to both accounts and users, and counts for both can be totaled.
Page 557 Utility Detail For details on external server authentication, refer to the User’s Guide [Network Scanner Operations]. If both user authentication and account track settings have been applied, “Account Track Input Method” is set to “Account Name & Password”. A public user can be set to provide temporary access to this machine. If public user access is permitted, we recommend placing limitation on the machine functions that can be used.
Page 558 Utility Note “# of User Counters” appears if “User Authentication” is set to “ON (Ex- ternal Server)” or “ON (MFP)” and “Account Track” is set to “ON”. If the number of user counters is set to “50”, up to 950 accounts can be registered.
Page 559: 12.11 User Authentication Setting
Utility 12.11 User authentication setting User authentication settings can be specified. Administrative setting—user name list User authentication settings can be specified to display [List] in the user au- thentication screen and the User Name screen. Touch [List] to display a list of registered user names from which the desired user name can simply be selected.
Page 560: Default Function Permission
Utility Note To limit machine use by authorized users, specify settings in the User Registration screen. Default function permission If external server authentication was selected, limitations can be placed on the machine functions that can be used by an authorized user. (The default setting is “Allow”.) The following operations can be limited.
Page 561: Authenticating Public Users
Utility Touch the buttons for the desired settings. Touch [OK]. The default function permissions are set. Note To limit machine use by authorized users, specify settings in the User Registration screen. If “Print Scan / Fax From Box” setting is used to scan or fax a document saved in a box, printing of the document can be prevented.
Page 562 Utility Touch [Public User Key]. Buttons for the available settings appear. Touch the button for the desired setting. The machine is set to display [Public User Access]. C250 12-75...
Page 563: User Registration
Utility User registration The password, printing permissions, number of prints allowed, and function permissions can be specified for each user of this machine. As an example, the following procedure describes how to register a user with authentication performed by the machine. 0 A total of 1,000 users and accounts can be registered on this machine.
Page 564 Utility – A user name that has already been registered cannot be used again. The user name is set. Touch [User Password]. – If “Account Track Input Method” was set to “Password Only”, the same password cannot be registered more than once. The Password screen appears.
Page 565 Utility – Before an account name can be selected, accounts must have been registered. For details on registering accounts, refer to “Ac- count track registration” on page 12-84. Touch [Output Permission]. The Output Permission screen appears. Beside “Print” and “Send”, touch the button for the desired settings. –...
Page 566 Utility Touch [Total Allowance] or [Individual Allowance]. – To specify the maximum number of combined color and black prints allowed, touch [Total Allowance]. – To separately specify the maximum number of color and black prints allowed, touch [Individual Allowance]. Touch [No Limit] or [Limit]. Using the keypad, type in the maximum number allowed.
Page 567 Utility Touch the button for the desired setting for each operation. – To permit the operation to be performed, touch [Allow]. – To prohibit the operation to be performed, touch [Restrict]. – Touch [All Users] to apply the settings in the current screen to all registered users.
Page 568: User Counter
Utility User counter This function is used to check the following data for each user. Copy + Print This count shows the total number of copies and printouts made. - Total: Shows the total number of copies and printouts made using all Color settings, the “Black”...
Page 569: To Check The Counter
Utility Note Counting automatically continues with user counters for external server authentication. If “Public User Access” on the General Settings screen was set to “Al- low”, “public” is added to the list of counters. If “User Box Admin.” was set to “Allow”, “Box Admin” is added to the list of counters.
Page 570 Utility – To clear the counters for the current user, touch [Clear Counter] in the User Counter screen for the current user. A confirmation mes- sage appears, asking whether the counter should be cleared. To clear the counters for the current user, touch [Yes]. The maximum number allowed is not cleared.
Page 571: 12.12 Account Track Setting
Utility 12.12 Account track setting Note A total of 1,000 users and accounts can be registered on this machine. Account track registration The password, printing permissions, and number of prints allowed can be specified for each account using this machine. The following procedure describes how to specify accounts when “Account Track Input Method”...
Page 572 Utility Touch the button for the desired account. The Account Track Registration screen appears. If “Account Name & Password” was selected: If “Password Only” was selected: Touch [Account Name]. The Account Name screen appears. Type in the account name (up to 8 characters), and then touch [OK]. –...
Page 573 Utility Touch [Password]. – If “Account Track Input Method” was set to “Password Only”, the same password cannot be registered more than once. The Password screen appears. Type in the password (up to 8 characters), and then touch [OK]. A screen for retyping the password appears. Retype the password specified in step 9, and then touch [OK].
Page 574 Utility Touch [OK]. The output permissions are set. Touch [Max. Allowance Set]. The Max. Allowance Set screen appears. Touch [Total Allowance] or [Individual Allowance]. – To specify the maximum number of combined color and black prints allowed, touch [Total Allowance]. –...
Page 575: Account Track Counter
Utility Account track counter This function is used to check the following data for each account. Copy + Print This count shows the total number of copies and printouts made. - Total: Shows the total number of copies and printouts made using all Color settings, the “Black”...
Page 576: To Check The Counter
Utility Note If “User Box Admin.” was set to “Allow” and only account track settings have been specified, “Box Admin” appears at the end of the list of counters. To check the counter Display the Administrator Setting screen. – For details on displaying the Administrator Setting screen, refer to “Displaying the Administrator Setting screen”...
Page 577 Utility – To clear the counters for all accounts, touch [Reset All Counters] in the Account Track Counter screen containing a list of all accounts. A confirmation message appears, asking whether the counters should be cleared. To clear the counters for all accounts, touch [Yes].
Page 578: 12.13 Password Rules
Utility 12.13 Password rules If password rules are applied and already specified passwords do not meet the password rules, those passwords are not accepted when they are en- tered. In that case, the administrator should temporarily turn off the pass- word rules, then specify the passwords according to the following conditions.
Page 579 Utility Note Use the administrator password when specifying settings on the Admin- istrative Setting screen. Use the user password/account password when user authentication/ac- count track settings have been applied. For details on the “User Box Password” and “Password for the confiden- tial document”, refer to the Box Operations of the User’s Guide.
Page 580: 12.14 Enhanced Security Settings
Utility 12.14 Enhanced security settings When the enhanced security setting is applied on this machine, various se- curity settings are also changed in order to increase security when managing scan data. Restrictions are applied to user operations, public user access is prohibited, and box operations and print jobs are limited.
Page 581 Utility Detail If “Account Track” is set to “ON” in the General Settings screen, set “Ac- count Track Input Method” to “Account Name & Password”. If “Password Only” is selected, the setting for “Prohibit Functions When Auth. Error” is not changed, even when “Enhanced Security Mode” is set to “ON”. [SSL] appears when a certificate is issued from PageScope Web Con- nection.
Page 582 Utility Note The number of times for checking for “Prohibit Functions When Auth. Er- ror” can be changed to between 1 and 3. A changed setting cannot be changed when “Enhanced Security Mode” is set to “OFF”. When “Password Rules” is set to “ON”, a password that does not meet the password rules is considered a failed attempt during authentication.
Page 583: 12.15 Viewing The Status Of The Consumables
Utility 12.15 Viewing the status of the consumables This section describes the information that can be viewed after pressing the [Utility/Counter] key, then touching [4 Check Consumable Life]. From the Unit Life Indicator screen, the status (usage level) of the following consumables can be viewed.
Page 584 Utility Touch [4 Check Consumable Life]. – An item can also be selected by pressing the key in the keypad for the number beside the desired button. For “Check Consumable Life”, press the [4] key in the keypad. The Unit Life Indicator screen appears. –...
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Page 586: Appendix
Appendix...
Page 587: Entering Text
Appendix Appendix 13.1 Entering text The following procedure describes how to use the keyboard that appears in the touch panel for typing in the names of registered accounts and custom paper sizes. The keypad can also be used to type in numbers. Any of the following keyboards may appear.
Page 588 Appendix Touching [Shift] switches the keyboard display between lowercase letters (numbers) and uppercase letters (symbols). C250 13-3...
Page 589: To Type Text
Appendix To type text Touch the button for the desired character from the keyboard that ap- peared. – To type in uppercase letters or symbols, touch [Shift]. – Numbers can also be typed in with the keypad. The entered characters appear in the text box. Note To cancel changes to the settings, touch [Cancel].
Page 590: Glossary
Appendix 13.2 Glossary The words used in Copy mode are described below. Abbreviation Automatic document feeder; Can be used to automatically scan the docu- ment AE Level Adjustment Set this parameter to adjust the background of the document. The higher the setting, the more that the document background is emphasized.
Page 591 Appendix Change Tray Settings Touch this button to specify a paper size not loaded in a paper tray or to copy on paper other than plain paper. Chapters Set this function to specify chapter title pages that must be printed on the front side of the paper when printing double-sided copies.
Page 592 Appendix Fold & Staple Set this function to fold the copies in half and staple them together at the center. Finishing Select from the settings that are available for sorting and finishing copies when they are fed into the copy exit tray. Glossy Select this setting to print with a glossy finish.
Page 593 Appendix Minimal Select this setting to produce a copy with the original image slightly reduced. Mirror Image Set this function to produce a copy in the mirror image of the original docu- ment. Mixed Original Select this setting to detect the size of each document page and print a copy on paper of the appropriate size when a document with different page sizes is loaded together into the ADF.
Page 594 Appendix Saturation Set this parameter to adjust the degree of vividness of the colors in the im- age. Save in User Box Temporarily saves the job on the hard disk so that it can later be recalled and used again Sharpness Set this parameter to emphasize the edges of text so that they can be read more easily.
Page 595: Index
Appendix 13.3 Index Numerics 1-sided/2-sided print ..... 3-46 Capacities ........7-4 1st tray ......2-5 2-43 5-10 Caution notations and labels ..1-16 2nd tray ....... 2-5 2-49 5-11 Center binding ....... 3-76 3rd tray ......2-5 2-49 5-12 Center erase ......3-77 8-20 4th tray ......
Page 596 Appendix Control panel ......... 2-18 Control panel angle ......2-23 Fax setting ........12-37 Control panel settings ....4-23 Features ......... x-18 Copier setting ....12-20 12-36 Feeding documents ......3-7 Copy density ......x-42 8-49 Finisher FS-501 Copy paper ........7-2 ......2-15 5-31 9-20...
Page 597 Appendix Job settings ........11-8 OHP interleave ......... 8-2 Operating environment ....1-18 Key repeat start/interval time ..4-23 Original direction setting ....3-21 Original glass ......3-9 7-28 LCT ...... 2-2 2-51 5-13 Original image type settings ..3-52 Leading edge adjustment ....
Page 598 Appendix Stapling position adjustment ..12-54 Starting print position ..12-46 12-48 Red parameter ..... x-32 8-49 Stopping printing/scanning ... 3-80 Reducing ........3-38 Stored jobs ...... 11-13 11-15 Regulation notices ......1-9 System connection ...... 12-37 Replacing a staple cartridge for System reset ........
Page 599 Appendix Zoom minimal setting ....3-37 Zoom ratio setting ....3-39 3-44 Zoom settings ........ 3-35 13-14 C250...
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Konica Minolta BIZHUB C250 User Manual

1 Installation and Operation Precautions

2 Before Making Copies

3 Basic Copy Operations

4 Additional Copy Operations

5 Troubleshooting

6 Specifications

7 Copy Paper/Original Documents

8 Application Functions

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