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Ricoh MPC 1800 Quick Manual

Ricoh MPC 1800 Quick Manual

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Quick Guide
Control Panel
Troubleshooting
Using the Basic Copier and
Fax Functions
Registering Fax Destinations
and Forwarding Received Faxes
Printing Files and Scanned
Copies On Envelopes
Unusable Paper Types and
Manuals for This Machine
This Quick Guide is stored on the supplied CD-ROM and is provided in
the following language versions: English, French, German, Italian,
Spanish, Dutch, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Finnish, Portuguese,
Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Russian, Turkish, and Catalan.
Read this manual carefully before you use this machine and keep it handy
for future reference. For safe and correct use, be sure to read the Safety
Information in "About This Machine" before using the machine.

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  • Page 1 Quick Guide Control Panel Troubleshooting Using the Basic Copier and Fax Functions Registering Fax Destinations and Forwarding Received Faxes Printing Files and Scanned Copies On Envelopes Unusable Paper Types and Manuals for This Machine This Quick Guide is stored on the supplied CD-ROM and is provided in the following language versions: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Finnish, Portuguese, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Russian, Turkish, and Catalan.

  • Page 2: Manuals For This Machine

    Index Control Panel Control Panel Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Problems with Prints P4 Cleaning the Print Heads Flushing the Print Heads Adjusting the Print Heads Changing the Paper Size Using Various Types of Paper Using the Basic Copier Using the Basic Copier Functions Auto Reduce/Enlarge and Fax Functions Sending a Fax...

  • Page 3: Control Panel

    Control Panel BDZ001S 28 {Full Colour/B&W} key 1 Communicating indicator 15 Main power indicator 16 Operation switch (facsimile mode) (copier and scanner mode) 17 {Start} key 29 {fOnline} key 2 Receive File indicator 18 {q} key (Enter key) (facsimile mode) (printer mode) 3 {Facsimile} key 19 Number keys...
  • Page 4 2 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Problems with Prints Colour misregistration occurs or white lines appear on prints Do the following if colour misregistration occurs or white lines appear on prints: This is how a print will appear if the print head nozzles are clogged.

  • Page 5: Cleaning The Print Heads

    2 Troubleshooting Cleaning the Print Heads Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern This machine prints by ejecting ink from its print head nozzles, which can occasionally become clogged. If you notice that prints are patchy or do not contain a certain colour, the nozzles might be clogged. To check whether this is the case, print the nozzle check pattern using the following procedure.
  • Page 6 2 Troubleshooting Cleaning the Print Heads (cont.) Inspecting the Nozzle Check Pattern Check the print results of the nozzle check pattern. In the test pattern, "K1", "C", "M", "Y", and "K2" correspond to the colours [Black 1], [Cyan], [Ma- genta], [Yellow], and [Black 2] respectively. These colours can be selected under [Flush Print- heads] or [Clean Print-heads] in [Maintenance] in [User Tools/Counter].
  • Page 7 Select [Nozzle Check Pattern] using { U } or { T } , and then press the {OK} key. Press the {Start} key. The nozzle check test pattern is printed. If the pattern is satisfactory, press [End], and then press the { { { { { User Tools/Counter} } } } } key to exit [Clean Print-heads].
  • Page 8 2 Troubleshooting Flushing the Print Heads If the nozzle check pattern continues to indicate problems even after repeated head cleaning, flush the print heads. Flushing cleans the print heads more thoroughly but consumes more ink than print head cleaning. ⋅ Flushing consumes ink. Do it only when necessary. ⋅...
  • Page 9 2 Troubleshooting Adjusting the Print Heads Printing the Test Pattern for Adjusting the Print Head Position This machine uses the inkjet printing system. Because the ink is sensitive to environmental conditions, varia- tions in temperature or humidity for example can result in blurring or broken vertical lines. Clean the print heads if blurring occurs or vertical lines appear broken on prints.
  • Page 10 2 Troubleshooting Adjusting the Print Heads (cont.) Checking the Test Pattern to Adjust the Print Head Position Use the test pattern to obtain the optimal adjustment value The optimal adjustment value is the number above the square pattern that has faintest colour closest to gray and aligned verticals on both sides.

  • Page 11: Changing The Paper Size

    2 Troubleshooting Changing the Paper Size To change the paper size for a paper tray, you must adjust the paper size selector dial in the paper tray according to the size of the loaded paper. ⋅ If you are loading paper whose size is not shown on the paper size selector dial, set the paper size selector dial to [p], and then specify the paper size in [Paper Size] in System Settings.

  • Page 12: Using Various Types Of Paper

    2 Troubleshooting Using Various Types of Paper The example procedure that follows explains how to specify A4 glossy paper and load it in the one-sheet bypass tray. ⋅ For details about Loading Paper, see p. 11, “Changing the Paper Size” or step3 on p. 23, “Printing onto Envelopes”.
  • Page 13 Select [Paper Type: 1-Sheet Bypass] using { U } or { T } , and then press the {OK} key. Select [Glossy Paper] using { U } or { T } , and then press the {OK} key. Press the { { { { { User Tools/Counter} } } } } key to return to the default screen.

  • Page 14: Load The Originals

    3 Using the Basic Copier and Fax Functions Using the Basic Copier Functions Check that “Ready” is displayed on the screen. If any other function is displayed, press the {Copy} key in the centre of the control panel. Make sure no previous settings are still in effect. If any previous settings are still in effect, press the {Clear Modes} key.

  • Page 15: Auto Reduce/Enlarge

    3 Using the Basic Copier and Fax Functions Auto Reduce/Enlarge The machine automatically detects the original size and then selects an appropriate reproduction ratio based on the paper and original sizes you select. You cannot use the bypass tray or one-sheet bypass tray with this function.
  • Page 16 3 Using the Basic Copier and Fax Functions Sending a Fax (Memory Transmission) There are two types of transmission: Memory Transmission and Immediate Transmission. Memory Transmission Transmission starts automatically after the original is stored in memory. Immediate Transmission Immediately dials the destination number, and while scanning the original, sends to it. Check that “Ready”...
  • Page 17 3 Using the Basic Copier and Fax Functions Sending a Fax (Immediate Transmission) Check that “Ready” is displayed on the screen. If any other function is displayed, press the {Facsimile} key on the left of the control panel. Check that the Memory Trans. indicator is not lit.
  • Page 18 3 Using the Basic Copier and Fax Functions Checking the Transmission Result (TX File Status) You can check the transmission status on the display. Check that “Ready” is displayed on the screen. If any other function is displayed, press the {Facsimile} key on the left of the control panel. Press the { { { { { Job Information} } } } } key.

  • Page 19: Registering A Fax Destination

    4 Registering Fax Destinations and Forwarding Received Faxes Registering a Fax Destination Press [ ] to display [ Enter the fax number using the number keys. If you make a mistake, press the {Clear/Stop} key to delete each incorrect digit, and then re-enter the digits. Press the {Check Destination} key.

  • Page 20: Forwarding Received Faxes

    4 Registering Fax Destinations and Forwarding Received Faxes Forwarding Received Faxes Documents received by fax can be printed and then forwarded to specified users. By registering a forwarding destination that you can access when out of the office, you can view documents received by fax even when you are not at work.
  • Page 21 To exit, press the { { { { { User Tools/Counter} } } } } key. ⋅ For details about registering forwarding destinations, see “Registering Addresses and Users for Facsimile/ Scanner Functions” in General Settings Guide on the supplied CD-ROM. Fax Forwarding FAQ Q: If the forwarding destination is a folder, what will happen to the forwarded file if the recipient computer is switched off?

  • Page 22: Guide To Components

    5 Printing Files and Scanned Copies On Envelopes Guide to Components Names and Locations One-sheet output tray (Left side) One-sheet bypass tray Paper guide Extender Envelope lever Bypass tray Normal Envelope Paper guide Extender Paper guide release lever BDZ002S Loading Paper Bypass tray One-sheet bypass tray BDZ011S...

  • Page 23: Printing Onto Envelopes

    5 Printing Files and Scanned Copies On Envelopes Printing onto Envelopes You can print on envelopes using the bypass tray (p. 22) or one-sheet bypass tray (p. 22). Note that envelopes of certain sizes, shapes, and thicknesses, etc. can become creased or jammed, or show patchy or blotchy print results.
  • Page 24 5 Printing Files and Scanned Copies On Envelopes Printing onto Envelopes (cont.) Step 2 Specifying the Paper Size and Paper Type Using the Control Panel This section explains how to specify the paper size and type when you are using the one-sheet bypass tray (p. 22). For details about specifying the paper type and size when using the bypass tray (p.22), see “Setting Thick Paper, OHP Transparencies, or Envelopes”, Printer Reference on the supplied CD-ROM.
  • Page 25 Select [Paper Type: 1-Sheet Bypass] using { U } or { T } , and then press the {OK} key. Select [Envelope] from the menu using { U } or { T } , and then press the {OK} key. Press the {User Tools/Counter} key to return to the default screen.
  • Page 26 5 Printing Files and Scanned Copies On Envelopes Printing onto Envelopes (cont.) Step 3 Specifying the Paper Size and Paper Type, and Printing from the Printer Driver The following procedure uses Windows XP as an example. On your computer, this procedure might be differ- ent, depending on which operating system you are using and how it is configured.
  • Page 27 Click the [Misc.] tab, select the [Rotate by 180 degrees] check box, and then click [Save As...]. The [Custom Setting Name and Comment] dialog box appears. BDZ028S Specify [Custom Setting name:] and then click [OK]. The [Custom Setting Name and Comment] dialog box closes.
  • Page 28 5 Printing Files and Scanned Copies On Envelopes Printing onto Envelopes (cont.) Click [Custom Paper Sizes...]. The [Custom Paper Sizes...] dialog box appears. BDZ039S Specify [Name:], [Long edge:], and [Short edge:], and then click [OK]. Flap Long edge Short edge BDZ033S * Do not include the flap when measuring the short edge.

  • Page 29: Copying Onto Envelopes

    5 Printing Files and Scanned Copies On Envelopes Copying onto Envelopes This section explains how to specify the paper type and size when copying onto custom size envelopes loaded from the bypass tray (p. 22).For details about specifying the paper type and size when using the one- sheet bypass tray (p.22), see “Copying onto Envelopes”, Copy Reference on the supplied CD-ROM.
  • Page 30 5 Printing Files and Scanned Copies On Envelopes Copying onto Envelopes (cont.) Press the {q} key. Select [Paper Type] using { U } or { T } , and then press the {OK} key. Select [Envelope] using { U } or { T } , and then press the {OK} key.
  • Page 31 Unusable Paper Types and Manuals for This Machine About Unusable Paper Caution ⋅ Do not reuse stapled paper. Do not use aluminum foil, carbon-containing paper or other con- ductive paper. Otherwise, a fire might occur. To avoid malfunctions, do not attempt to print on the following: ⋅...
  • Page 32 Quick Guide Control Panel Troubleshooting Using the Basic Copier and Fax Functions Registering Fax Destinations and Forwarding Received Faxes Printing Files and Scanned Copies On Envelopes Unusable Paper Types and Manuals for This Machine Printed in China GB GB D045-7980 ,"#%'&...

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