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Ricoh Aficio 615C Operating Instructions Manual

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

About This Machine

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Read this manual carefully before you use this machine and keep it handy for future reference. For safe and correct use, be sure to read the Safety Information in this manual before using the machine. About This Machine Getting Started Entering Text Appendix Operating Instructions...
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  • Page 3: Manuals For This Machine

    Manuals for This Machine Refer to the manuals that are relevant to what you want to do with the machine. ❖ About This Machine Be sure to read the Safety Information in this manual before using the ma- chine. This manual provides an introduction to the functions of the machine. It also explains the control panel, preparation procedures for using the machine, how to enter text, and how to install the CD-ROMs provided.
  • Page 4 ❖ Other manuals • PostScript3 Supplement • UNIX Supplement • Manuals for DeskTopBinder Lite • DeskTopBinder Lite Setup Guide • DeskTopBinder Introduction Guide • Auto Document Link Guide Note ❒ Manuals provided are specific to machine types. ❒ Adobe Acrobat Reader/Adobe Reader must be installed in order to view the manuals as PDF files.

  • Page 5: What You Can Do With This Machine

    What You Can Do with This Machine This section introduces the features of this machine. Note ❒ For details about options, see “Options”. Reference p.14 “Options” Copier, Facsimile, Printer, and Scanner Functions This machine provides copier, facsimile (optional), printer, and scanner func- tions.

  • Page 6: Paperless Fax Transmission

    Paperless Fax Transmission You can send a file by fax without printing it. Transmission You can send a fax from your computer over the network (Ethernet, IEEE 1394 (IPv4 over 1394), or wireless LAN) to this machine, which then forwards the fax via its telephone connection (LAN-Fax).

  • Page 7: Fax Transmission And Reception Through The Internet

    Fax Transmission and Reception Through the Internet You can send fax documents via e-mail by specifying the recipient's e-mail ad- dress (Internet Fax Transmission). You can receive sent documents via Internet Fax, or from computers (Internet Fax Reception). You can send fax documents by specifying IP-fax destination using IP addresses (IP-Fax Transmission).

  • Page 8: Using The Scanner In A Network Environment

    Using the Scanner in a Network Environment You can use a scanner over the network. • You can send scan files to a specified destination using e-mail(Sending scan file by e-mail). See “Sending Scan Files by E-mail”, Scanner Reference. • With the ScanRouter delivery software, you can save scan files in specified destinations on network computers(Saving scan files).

  • Page 9: Administrating The Machine/Protecting Documents (Security Functions)

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

  • Page 10: Monitoring The Machine Via Computer

    Monitoring the Machine Via Computer You can change the machine's settings and monitor its status from a connected computer. Web Image Monitor lets you configure and operate the machine using the Web browser on a computer. You can also install SmartDeviceMonitor for Admin on a computer to configure and operate the machine.

  • Page 11: Preventing An Unauthorized Copy

    Preventing an Unauthorized Copy You can print embedded pattern on paper to prevent them from being copied. • Using the printer driver, you can embed a pattern in a printed document. If the document is copied on a machine that has the Copy Data Security Unit (optional) installed, protected pages are grayed out in the copy, preventing confidential information being copied.

  • Page 12: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Manuals for This Machine ...i What You Can Do with This Machine...iii Copier, Facsimile, Printer, and Scanner Functions... iii Paperless Fax Transmission... iv Fax Transmission and Reception Through the Internet ... v Using the Scanner in a Network Environment ... vi Administrating the Machine/Protecting Documents (Security Functions) ...
  • Page 13 3. Appendix Dos and Don'ts...39 Saving Color Copies ...40 Software and Utilities Included on the CD-ROM ...41 Viewing the contents of the CD-ROM ...42 Printer Drivers for This Printer...42 TWAIN Driver ...44 LAN-Fax Driver ...45 DeskTopBinder Lite...46 SmartDeviceMonitor for Admin ...47 DeskTopBinder-SmartDeviceMonitor for Client ...48 Installing the Operating Instructions ...49 PDF Manuals ...50...

  • Page 15: Notice

    Notice Notice To Wireless LAN Interface (option) Users Notes to users It is strictly forbidden to use antenna(s) except designated. The antenna(s) of this device must not be co-located or operating in conjunc- tion with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
  • Page 16 Note to users in Canada Note: This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
  • Page 17 Remarque concernant les utilisateurs au Canada Avertissement: Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Can- ada. L'utilisation de ce dispositif est autorisée seulement aux conditions suivantes: (1) il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et (2) l'utilisateur du dispositif doit être prêt à...

  • Page 18: How To Read This Manual

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

  • Page 19: Safety Information

    Safety Information When using this machine, the following safety precautions should always be fol- lowed. Safety During Operation In this manual, the following important symbols are used: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed, could result in death or serious injury.
  • Page 20 R CAUTION: • Protect the machine from dampness or wet weather, such as rain and snow. • Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before you move the machine. While moving the machine, you should take care that the power cord will not be damaged under the machine.
  • Page 21 R CAUTION: • During operation, rollers for transporting the paper and originals revolve. A safety device is being installed so that the machine can be operated safely. But take care not to touch the machine during operation. An injury might oc- cur.

  • Page 22: Energy Star Program

    ENERGY STAR Program The ENERGY STAR Guidelines intend to establish an international energy-saving system for developing and introducing energy-efficient office equipment to deal with environmental is- sues, such as global warming. When a product meets the ENERGY STAR Guidelines for energy efficiency, the Partner shall place the ENERGY STAR logo onto the machine model.

  • Page 23: Getting Started

    This section describes how to start using this machine. Guide to Components This section introduces the names and functions of the components. Exposure glass cover (optional), ADF (optional), or ARDF (optional) (The illustration shows the ADF.) See “External Options” Exposure glass Place originals face down here for copy- ing.
  • Page 24 Getting Started Control panel angle adjustment button Allows you to adjust the angle of the con- trol panel. Bypass Tray Use this to print on plain, thick, or cus- tom-size paper. One-sheet bypass tray Use this to print on plain, thick, or cus- tom-size paper, or OHP transparencies.

  • Page 25: Control Panel Angle Adjustment Button

    Main power switch If the machine is not powered on after pressing the Operation switch, check that the main power switch is turned on. If it is off, turn it on. Control Panel Angle Adjustment Button By pressing the control panel angle adjustment button, you can adjust the tilt of the control panel.
  • Page 26 Getting Started Tilt the control panel upwards, and then release the adjustment button to lock the panel. To tilt the control panel downwards, press the adjustment button to unlock the panel, and then gently adjust it until it locks into position. Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the gap between the control panel and the machine.

  • Page 27: Output Tray Guide

    Output Tray Guide If printed sheets come out curled, pull up the Output Tray Guide. ❖ Using the Output Tray Guide Pull up the Output Tray Guide until it clicks. ❖ Pushing in the Output Tray Guide Push in the Output Tray Guide. ALZ058S ALZ059S Guide to Components...

  • Page 28: Options

    Getting Started Options This section introduces the names and functions of main optional parts. External Options This section provides explanations about external options. Exposure Glass Cover Lower this cover over originals. Place stacks of originals here. They will feed in automatically. ARDF Place stacks of originals here.
  • Page 29 Internal Options This section describes the options that can be installed in the machine. • Fax unit Allows you to use the fax function. • Function Upgrade Option Allows you to copy on both sides of a sheet (color), and use sort (color) func- tion in copier mode.

  • Page 30: Control Panel

    Getting Started Control Panel This illustration shows the control panel of the machine with options fully in- stalled. Communicating indicator Lit during data transmission or recep- tion. Receiving File indicator (facsimi- le mode) Remains lit when fax memory receives a file.
  • Page 31 {Clear/Stop} key • Clear: Clears an entered numeric value. • Stop: Stops a job in progress, such as scan- ning, faxing, or printing. Main power indicator The main power indicator lights when the main power switch is turned on. If the operation switch's indicator is lit or flashing, do not turn off the machine's main power switch.
  • Page 32 Getting Started Quick Dial Flip Plate Tilt the plate downward to change from {Quick Dial 01} key to {Quick Dial 16} key. Tilt the plate upward to change from {Quick Dial 17} key to {Quick Dial 32} key. {Job Information} key (scanner and facsimile mode) Press to obtain status information on transmitted data.

  • Page 33: Display

    Display The display panel shows machine status, error messages, and function menus. When you select or specify an item on the display panel, it is highlighted like Important ❒ A force or impact of more than 30 N (about 3 kgf) will damage the display. The copy display is set as the default screen when the machine is turned on.

  • Page 34: When The Authentication Screen Is Displayed

    Getting Started When the Authentication Screen is Displayed When Basic Authentication, Windows Authentication, LDAP Authentication, or Integration Server Authentication is enabled, the authentication screen appears. The machine is operable only if you enter a valid user name and password. If user code authentication is enabled, you cannot use the machine until you enter a valid user code.

  • Page 35: Login (Using The Control Panel)

    Login (Using the Control Panel) Use the following procedure to log in when Basic Authentication, Windows Au- thentication, LDAP Authentication, or Integration Server Authentication is ena- bled. Enter the login user name and then press the {OK} key. Enter the login password and then press the {OK} key. When the user is authenticated, the screen for the function you are using ap- pears.

  • Page 36: Login (Using A Printer Driver)

    Getting Started Login (Using a Printer Driver) If Basic Authentication, Windows Authentication, LDAP Authentication, or In- tegration Server Authentication is enabled, make encryption settings in the properties screen of the driver, and then specify a login user name and pass- word.

  • Page 37: Changing Modes

    Changing Modes Note ❒ You cannot switch modes during initial setup. ❒ The copying screen is displayed as default after power on. You can change this default setting. For the setting procedure, see “Function Priority”, Gener- al Settings Guide. ❒ If the Function Upgrade Option is not installed, only TWAIN scanning is available.

  • Page 38: Turning On The Power

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

  • Page 39: Turning On The Power

    Note ❒ Do not turn off the main power switch immediately after turning it on. Do- ing so may result in damage to the hard disk or memory or nozzle clogging due to dried head, leading to malfunctions. ❒ When the message “ Restart is required due to a functional er- ”...

  • Page 40: Turning Off The Power

    Getting Started Turning Off the Power Turn off the power as follows: Make sure the exposure glass cover, ADF or ARDF are lowered. Press the Operation switch. The On indicator goes off. Note ❒ Even if you press the Operation switch, the indicator does not go out, but flashes in the following cases: •...

  • Page 41: Turning Off The Main Power

    Turning Off the Main Power Turn off the main power as follows: Important ❒ If the machine's operation switch is lit or flashing, do not turn off the ma- chine's main power switch. Doing so might damage the hard disk or memory, leading to malfunctions.

  • Page 42: Saving Energy

    Getting Started Saving Energy This machine has the following energy saving function. ❖ Auto off This machine automatically enters Sleep Mode and reduces its power con- sumption if you do not use it for a while. This function is called “Auto off”. You can change the Auto Off time.

  • Page 43: Entering Text

    This section describes how to enter characters. Entering Text When you enter a character, it appears at the cursor position. If there is a char- acter already at the cursor position, the newly entered character appears before Available Characters You can enter the following characters: •...

  • Page 44: How To Enter Text

    Entering Text ❖ Number keys Use to enter numbers. ❖ {Quick Dial 01/17} key to {Quick Dial 09/25} key (A to Z) Press these to enter upper and lower case letters. ❖ {Clear/Stop} key Deletes a character at the cursor position. You can delete a character at the right end of a line even if the cursor is placed to the right of the character.
  • Page 45 Entering letters Press the {Shift} key to switch between uppercase and lowercase. Press a Quick Dial key. A letter is entered and the cursor moves along one space. ❖ Keyboard Type A Entering Text AMA035S...
  • Page 46 Entering Text ❖ Keyboard Type B Press one of the following Quick Dial keys to display a basic letter, and then press {Quick Dial 16/32} to select one of its variations. AMA028S...
  • Page 47 Entering Text ❖ Keyboard Type C This keyboard type allows you to enter Polish, Hungarian, and Czech let- ters. To display a basic letter, press the corresponding Quick Dial key indi- cated in the table below. Select its variant form by then pressing {Quick Dial 16/32}.
  • Page 48 Entering Text ❖ Keyboard Type D This keyboard type allows you to enter Russian letters. Press the {Shift} key to enter Cyrillic character mode. To enter a letter, press the corre- sponding Quick Dial key indicated in the table below. Keep pressing the key until the required letter is displayed.
  • Page 49 Press the {OK}key. This will enter the symbol and shift the cursor. Depending on the selected keyboard type, you can enter the following sym- bols. ❖ Keyboard Type A ❖ Keyboard Type B Entering Text AMA031S AMA032S...
  • Page 50 Entering Text ❖ Keyboard Type C ❖ Keyboard Type D AMA033S AMA034S...
  • Page 51 Entering numbers Press the number keys. The numeral is entered and the cursor moves. Deleting characters Press {W} or {V} to move the cursor to the character to delete. Press the {Clear/Stop} key. This will delete the character at the cursor position. AMA057S Entering Text...
  • Page 52 Entering Text Selecting a User Text You can select and use a User Text that is registered in [Prog/Change/Del User Text]. For details about registering User Texts, see “Program/Change/Delete User Text”, General Settings Guide. Press the {Shift} key to display [User Text]. Press {U} or {T} to select the User Text you want to use, and then press the {OK}key.

  • Page 53: Appendix

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

  • Page 54: Saving Color Copies

    Appendix ❒ A change in temperature or humidity may cause condensation to form, which can affect print quality. ❒ By using the optional anti-condensation heaters, you can minimize condensa- tion when using the machine in a climate where daytime and nighttime tem- peratures differ greatly.

  • Page 55: Software And Utilities Included On The Cd-Rom

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

  • Page 56: Viewing The Contents Of The Cd-Rom

    Appendix Viewing the contents of the CD-ROM Follow the procedure below to view the contents of the CD-ROMs. Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. The installer starts. Click [Browse This CD-ROM]. Explorer starts and displays the contents of the CD-ROM. Printer Drivers for This Printer Printing requires installation of a printer driver for your operating system.
  • Page 57 The Adobe PostScript 3 printer drivers and PostScript Printer Description (PPD) files are included on the CD-ROM labeled “Scanner/PostScript Drivers and Utilities”. The PostScript Printer Description (PPD) files are included on the CD-ROM labeled “Scanner/PostScript Drivers and Utilities”. The Adobe PostScript Printer Description (PPD) installer is included on the CD- ROM labeled “Scanner/PostScript Drivers and Utilities”.

  • Page 58: Twain Driver

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

  • Page 59: Lan-Fax Driver

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

  • Page 60: Desktopbinder Lite

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

  • Page 61: Smartdevicemonitor For Admin

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

  • Page 62: Desktopbinder-Smartdevicemonitor For Client

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

  • Page 63: Installing The Operating Instructions

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

  • Page 64: Pdf Manuals

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

  • Page 65: Opening The Installed Operating Instructions

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

  • Page 66: Opening From The Cd-Rom

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

  • Page 67: Copy Paper

    Copy Paper This section describes recommended paper sizes and types, unusable paper, and paper storage. Recommended Paper Sizes and Types The following limitations apply to each tray: ❖ Paper tray 1 Paper type and Metric version weight Standard paper A3L, B4JISL , A5K, 11”...

  • Page 68: Bypass Tray

    Appendix ❖ Bypass tray Paper type and Metric version weight Standard paper A3L, B4JISL 60-105g/m B5JISKL (16-28lb.) B6JISL 8” × 13”L, 8 16KKL Custom size(Vertical: 90- 305mm, Horizontal: 148- 457.2mm. For printer - Verti- cal: 90-305mm, Horizontal: 148-600mm.) Thick paper A3L, B4JISL 105-163g/m B5JISKL...
  • Page 69 ❖ One-sheet bypass tray Paper type and Metric version weight Standard paper , B4JISL 60-105g/m B6JISL , A6L (16-28lb.) ” × 11”KL 8 × 13L Custom size(Vertical: 90- 305mm, Horizontal: 148- 457.2mm. For printer - Verti- cal: 90-305mm, Horizontal: 148-600mm.) Thick paper , B4JISL 105-220g/m...
  • Page 70 Appendix ❒ To prevent misfeeds, when loading OHP transparencies, check both sides of the sheets, and place them correctly. ❒ When loading OHP transparencies, select [OHP (Transparency)] as the paper type for the One-sheet bypass tray. For details, see “Copying from the Bypass Tray”, Copy Reference.

  • Page 71: Unusable Paper

    Unusable Paper This section describes paper unusable on this machine. R CAUTION: • Do not use aluminum foil, carbon paper, or similar conductive paper to avoid a fire or machine failure. Important ❒ To prevent faults, do not use any of the following kinds of paper: •...

  • Page 72: Index

    INDEX ARDF Auto off Bluetooth unit Bypass Tray CAUTION Characters Check Destination key Clear Modes key Clear/Stop key Color Color Copies Computer viii Control panel Control Panel Angle Control panel angle adjustment button Copier Copy Data Security Unit Copy Paper DataOverWriteSecurity Unit Deleting characters DeskTopBinder Lite...
  • Page 73 Network Number keys OK key One-sheet bypass tray One sheet output tray On Hook Dial key Opening from the CD-ROM Opening from the Icon Opening from the Start Menu Opening the Installed Operating Instructions Operation switch Options Original key Output Tray Guide Paper Paperless Paper Sizes...
  • Page 74 B229-7787...
  • Page 75 In accordance with IEC 60417, this machine uses the following symbols for the main power switch: a means POWER ON. b means POWER OFF. Copyright © 2005...
  • Page 76 Type for SGC 1506/GS 106/LD215c/Aficio 615C EN USA B229-7787...

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