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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 keep this manual in a handy place near the machine. Please read the next section before using this device.
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WARNING • Do not modify this product, as a fire, electrical shock, or breakdown could result. If the product employs a laser, the laser beam source could cause blindness. • Do not attempt to remove the covers and panels which have been fixed to the product.
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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. Should a piece of metal, water, or any other similar foreign matter get inside the product, immediately turn OFF the power switch, unplug the power cord from the power outlet, and then call your authorized service representative.
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CAUTION • Do not use flammable sprays, liquids, or gases near this product, as a fire could result. • Do not leave a toner unit or drum unit in a place within easy reach of children. Licking or ingesting any of these things could injure your health. •...
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Precautions for Routine Use • Do not store toner units, PC drum units, and other supplies and consumables in a place subject to direct sunlight and high temperature and humidity, as poor image quality and malfunction could result. • Do not attempt to replace the toner unit and PC drum unit in a place exposed to direct sunlight.
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CF9001 Thank you for choosing Minolta. This operator’s manual explains how to operate the color copier and replenish its supplies. It also gives some troubleshooting tips as well as general precautions to be observed when operating the color copier. To ensure the best performance and effective use of your color copier, read this manual carefully until you familiarize yourself thoroughly with its operation and features.
Contents Organization Chapters 1 through 3 contain the basic information for making copies. Be sure to read these chapters before attempting to use your copier. Chapter 1 Safety Notes 1. Installing the Copier Installation Site ....................1-1 Power Source ....................1-1 Space Requirements ..................
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Contents Adjusting the background level..............3-17 Adjusting the Image Density................ 3-18 4. Input Output Mode Original Copy Types................3-19 Selecting Input Output Mode..............3-21 Input the number of originals ............... 3-22 Mixed Original Detection Mode ..............3-23 Instructions for Loading Originals ............... 3-24 Finishing Modes...................
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Contents Programming the Access Numbers..............5-5 Checking the Number of Copies Made by Each Account ......5-6 Resetting Counters ..................5-7 Prohibiting Color Copying for Each Account..........5-8 Setting the Maximum Number of Copies to be Made by Each Account..5-9 4.
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Contents Chapter 8 Miscellaneous 1. Specifications Specifications ....................8-1 2. Care of the Copier Cleaning ......................8-7 3. Function Combination Matrix Function Combination Matrix................ 8-9 Precautions for Setting the Color Adjust Function ........8-10 4. Description of Paper Size and Zoom Ratio Table Description of Paper Size and Zoom Ratio Table........
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Terms and Symbols for the Type of Originals and Copy Paper A few special terms and symbols are used in this manual to designate types of originals and copy paper. This page explains about these terms and symbols. Feeding Direction (copy paper path) In this copier system, copy paper is taken up from the left-hand side of the copier and fed through the copier toward the right-hand side, out face down onto the Exit Tray.
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Safety Information Thank you for choosing Minolta quality. For over 30 years Minolta has been a leader on the forefront of office equipment technology and service. Our desire has always been to bring you highly reliable products. We pledge to continue to provide you, our customer, with our state of the art equipment, as well as full customer service for all our products.
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Safety Information Laser Safety This is a digital machine which operates by means of a laser. There is no possibility of danger from the laser, provided the machine is operated according to the instructions in this manual. Since radiation emitted by the laser is completely confined within protective housing, the laser beam cannot escape from the machine during any phase of user operation.
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viii Safety Information CDRH Regulations For the United States This machine is certified as a Class I Laser product under Radiation Performance 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.
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Safety Information For Finland, Sweden Users LOUKAN 1 LASERLAITE KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT VAROITUS! Laitteen Käyttäminen muulla kuin tässä käyttöohjeessa mainitulla tavalla saattaa altistaa käyttäjän turvallisuusluokan 1 ylittävälle näkymättömälle lasersäteilylle. Tämä on puolijohdelaser. Laserdiodin suurin teho on 35 mW ja aallonpituus on 675-695 nm. VARNING! Om apparaten används på...
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Safety Information Laser Safety Label A laser safety labels is attached to the outside of the machine shown below. MINOLTA CO., LTD 2, Higashiakatsuchi, Yawata-cho, Toyokawa-shi Aichi-ken 442-8585, Japan MANUFACTURED: THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH 21 CFR CHAPTER 1, SUBCHAPTER J.
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Safety Information Internal Right Side View 1179O080AA 1179O079AA 1179O078AA 1179O076AA Rear Side View 1179O078AA 1179O069AB...
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Safety Information Ozone Release NOTE = Locate the Machine in a Well Ventilated Room = A negligible amount of ozone is generated during normal operation of this machine. An unpleasant odor may, however, be created in poorly ventilated rooms during extensive machine operations. For a comfortable, healthy, and safe operating environment, it is recommended that the room well ventilated.
1. Installing the Copier Installation Site To ensure utmost safety and prevent possible malfunctions of the copier, install it in a location which meets the following requirements. A place away from a curtain or the like that may A dust-free location. catch fire and burn easily.
2. Precautions for Use Operating Environment The operating environmental requirements of the copier are as follows. Temperature : 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F) with a fluctuation of 10°C (18°F) per hour. Humidity : 25% to 85% with a fluctuation of 20% per hour. Using the Copier Properly To ensure the optimum performance of the copier, follow the precautions listed below.
2. Precautions for Use Storage of Copies • If copies are to be kept for a long time, keep them in a place which is not exposed to light to prevent fad- ing. • If an adhesive containing solvent (e.g., spray glue) is used to paste copies, the toner on the copies can melt.
1. System Overview System Overview 1151O007AA 1139O0020A Sorter S-105/Staple Sorter ST-103 <Option> Duplexing Document Feeder Permits automatic sorting or grouping of AFR-12 <Option> copies into 10 copy sets or stacks. In addition to being capable of feeding in In addition, the Staple Sorter sheet originals one at a time, it can automatically staples the copy sets or automatically turn over the original for the...
2. Copier Parts and Accessories Outside the Copier 1179O015AA Exit Tray: Holds copies fed out of the copier. Manual Bypass Tray: Use for manual feeding of copy paper into the copier. p.3-11 Upper/Lower Tray: Holds up to 500 sheets of paper. p.6-1 Middle Tray (Universal): Holds up to 250 sheets of paper.
2. Copier Parts and Accessories Options Duplex Unit 1179O093AA Duplexing Document Feeder Document Feed Tray: Load the originals face up on this tray. p.3-6 Receives originals automatically ejected from the Duplexing Document Exit Tray: Document Feeder. Sorter / Staple Sorter Stapler Door: Open to replace the Staple Cartridge.
2. Copier Parts and Accessories Inside the Copier 1179O017AB Toner Hopper Lid: Open when adding toner. p.6-3 M1 ~ M9: Operate these parts to clear misfed sheets of paper. p.6-7...
3. Control Panel Keys and Touch Panel Control Panel Keys and Touch Panel Touch Panel Job Recall Key • Shows various screens and messages. • Press to select the Job Recall screen, on which you can recall or check a copy job Touch Panel p.2-7 program previously stored in memory.
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3. Control Panel Keys and Touch Panel 1179O007CC Stop Key Access Mode Key • Press to stop a multi-copy cycle. p.3-2 • When the copy cycle is completed, press this key to go to the “Access # Prompt Clear Key Screen.”...
4. Touch Panel What is the Touch Panel? When you turn ON the Power Switch, the Basic screen as shown below appears on the Touch Panel. It shows in messages and graphics the currently set functions, available functions to choose from, and the copier status.
4. Touch Panel (5) Set Function Display Shows graphic representations of functions set other than the initial ones, including the Input Output Digital Art types. 1144O040AA 1144O041AA 1144O042AA 2 in 1 2 (2 in 1) Book 1144O044AA 1144O045AA 1144O043AA Book Sort Group 1144O046AA...
5. Turning ON and OFF and Initial Mode Turning ON and OFF • Turning Copier ON Press the Power Switch to the (ON) position. • Turning Copier OFF Press the Power Switch to the (OFF) position. 1179O018AA When Copier is Turned ON When the Power Switch is turned ON, the message “Warming-up.
2-10 6. Auxiliary Functions Auxiliary Functions Useful Tip Panel Resetting The time for the copier to enter the Energy Saver Mode can be selected from 1 to 240 min. by The Panel Reset Key resets all control panel using User’s Choice. p.5-19 settings to default settings including the number of copies and zoom ratio.
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2-11 6. Auxiliary Functions The Touch Panel changes from the “Access Access Number #” prompt to the initial screen. A copy cycle If an access number has been programmed, it can now be started. Make your copies as allows only particular persons to use the copier or necessary.
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2-12 6. Auxiliary Functions Using the Copier as a Printer Transfer Drum Cleaning Function When the optional Printer Controller (Fiery™) is To maintain optimum copy quality, this copier hooked up to the copier*, the copier can be used automatically enters the Transfer Drum Cleaning as a full color printer for a computer.
1. Basic Copying Overview Basic Copying Overview • Place the original in position (step 1), set the number of copies to be made (step 9), and press the Start Key (step 10). This will allow you to make a full-size copy or copies on paper of the same size as the original.
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1. Basic Copying Overview Selecting the Color Adjust functions • To adjust level of colors • To make outline of image 7. Touch Color Adjust. sharper or softer p.3-30 1179P173CA Selecting the Digital Art functions • To make monotone copy •...
2. Placing Originals Placing Originals on the Glass Different methods are used to place the original depending on its type. Use the procedure appropriate for your original. If you are using a Duplexing Document Feeder, see p. 3-5 Sheet Originals Highly Transparent Originals (Using plain paper or originals not suitable for the (Using transparencies and translucent paper for...
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2. Placing Originals Making Copies from A Book Using When Copier is Equipped with a Book Copy Mode Duplexing Document Feeder (“Book” refers to an open bound original.) Make sure of the correct placement of the original Place the open book so that its top edge is at in any of the following cases if the copier is the rear of the copier and the center of the equipped with a Duplexing Document Feeder.
2. Placing Originals Using the Duplexing Document Feeder The Duplexing Document Feeder automatically feeds original sheets placed on the Document Feed Tray one by one. After the copy cycle has been completed, it automatically ejects the original onto the Document Exit Tray. Some originals may not be suitable for reliable operation of the Duplexing Document Feeder.
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2. Placing Originals Loading the Originals Slide the Document Guide Plate to the size of the originals. *When using large size originals, flip up the Document Feed Tray Extender. 1151O015AA Load a neat stack of originals face up on the Document Feed Tray.
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2. Placing Originals Using the Single Automatic Document Feeding Mode (SADF Mode) This is the mode in which you insert your originals one by one into the Duplexing Document Feeder to make a copy or copies from it. When you load the original, the copier automatically starts the copy cycle. NOTES •...
3. Basic Functions We here explain how to select the basic settings to make copies. key: Zoom Basic Screen Touch this key to show the screen that allows you to select Density key: the zoom ratio. Touch this key to show p.3-13 the screen that allows Paper...
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3-10 3. Basic Functions Paper Type Setting Auto Tray Switching If nonstandard paper has been set for any of the If the tray currently selected for use runs out of paper sources, the symbol , or appears paper and there is another tray loaded with paper on the paper select key on the Touch Panel.
3-11 3. Basic Functions Manual Bypass Copying • Use the Manual Bypass to make copies on paper not loaded in any tray, or to copy onto OHP transparencies or any other special paper. • The setting of copy paper sizes is needed for manual bypass copying. Copy Paper that Can be Used for Manual Bypass Types of Paper •...
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3-12 3. Basic Functions Select a copy paper size. If the copy paper is Make the necessary copy function settings. non-standard size, touch Custom Size Useful Tip Using 12 × 18 inch paper ensures a good copy of the entire image of an 11 × 17 inch original with no void images.
3-13 3. Basic Functions Zoom Ratio When you touch on the Touch Panel, a screen appears that allows you to set the zoom ratio. You Zoom have six different ways to choose from to set the zoom ratio. Select one according to your need. 1179P171CA 1179P217EA Auto Size...
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3-14 3. Basic Functions For a Slightly Smaller Image Using Zoom Up/Down Keys This function lets you make a copy slightly Pressing the key changes the zoom reduced in image size from that of the original. ratio in 0.001 increments. You can keep touching the key to change the ratio quickly.
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3-15 3. Basic Functions Using the 10-Key Pad Calling up a Ratio from Memory You may use the 10-Key Pad to directly enter the You can store some of the most frequently used zoom ratio. zoom ratios in memory and recall them later as necessary.
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3-16 3. Basic Functions Storing a Ratio in Memory Touch Touch the memory location key in which to User Set store the set zoom ratio. 1154P340EB 1179P404EA Enter the desired zoom ratio from the 10- *When the key is touched, the ratio is shown Key Pad.
3-17 3. Basic Functions Image Density Touch on the Touch Panel. Then, a screen appears that allows you to adjust the image density Density and background level of the copy. 1179P171CA 1154P151CA Adjusting the background level: Slide the level towards the Lighter side if you don’t want the data on the back side of a newspaper or magazine page copied.
3-18 3. Basic Functions Adjusting the Image Density Manual Exposure In the Manual Exposure mode, you can vary the exposure level in seven steps. Touch as necessary. Lighter Darker 1154P239CA <To make the image darker> Touch Darker <To make the image lighter> Touch Lighter Touch...
3-19 4. Input Output Mode When you touch on the Touch Panel, a screen appears that allows you to set the Input Output original copy type or a particular finishing function. If required, select the Choose the setting based appropriate special on your original and your function(s).
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3-20 4. Input Output Mode (Only when the Duplexing Document Feeder and Duplex Original Copy Unit are mounted.) • Select 2 2 to make 2-sided copies from 2-sided originals. Touch 1136P207AA [2in1] = 1-sided 2-in-1 copy (Only when the Duplexing Document Feeder is mounted.) •...
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3-21 4. Input Output Mode Selecting Input Output Mode Touch Input Output NOTES • When you make copies from a book, select the correct key according to whether the book is bound on the left or on the right (R-Book). 1179P182CA Touch the key corresponding to the desired original-to-copy type.
3-22 4. Input Output Mode Input the number of originals • If you’re going to make copies using 1 2, 1 [2in1] or 1 2-[2in1], you need to input the number of your originals. Then the copier can arrange the pages in correct order. When you know the number of originals Setting Even/Odd Touch...
3-23 4. Input Output Mode Mixed Original Detection Mode You may sometimes need to make copies from originals of assorted sizes and perhaps you want to use the Duplexing Document Feeder mounted on your copier. You can by using this function. In the default settings, the key does not appear on the Touch Panel, indicating that the Mixed Size...
3-24 4. Input Output Mode Instructions for Loading Originals Use the following procedure for loading originals to make 1-sided copies from 2-sided originals. Procedure Load the originals crosswise. If the originals are loaded lengthwise, the directions of the copy images will be mixed up. Correct: Incorrect: 2-Sided Originals...
3-25 4. Input Output Mode Finishing Modes Non-Sort Originals Copies All copies are fed to the 1st Bin, without being sorted, grouped, stapled, or punched. Touch Non-Sort NOTE Manual Bypass Copying cannot be used for Sort, 1076O145 Group, or Sort Staple mode. Sort (Only when the Sorter or Staple Sorter is mounted) Copies...
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3-26 4. Input Output Mode Manual Staple (Only when the Staple Sorter is mounted) Sorting or Grouping Manual Staple This mode allows you to staple copy sets already made in the Sort Mode or copy stacks made in the Originals Group Mode.
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3-27 4. Input Output Mode Using Manual Staple Mode To use as a stapler: Touch Staple Align the sheets of paper neatly. 1134O039AA 1179P190CA Insert the paper stack into the 2nd Bin. • The sheets of paper are stapled. Useful Tip This feature is efficient to staple originals after making copies.
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3-28 4. Input Output Mode Original Direction for Stapling If the originals are loaded in the Duplexing Document Feeder as shown, the stapling corner is at the rear left side as indicated by the arrow. Originals Loaded crosswise Copy Stapling Position 1151O024AB If the originals are placed on the Original Glass as shown, the stapling corner is at the rear right corner as indicated by the arrow.
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3-29 4. Input Output Mode Auto Dual Function in the Sort Mode Each of the Sort Bins holds up to 25 sheets of paper. The Auto Dual Function, however, allows sorting of copies of up to 50 originals under certain conditions. When less than 5 copies are made from an original set consisting of more than 25 originals, in the Sort Mode the Sorter or the Staple Sorter is automatically switched into the Auto Dual Function Mode using the 6th to 10th Bins.
3-30 5. Color Adjust Mode (Basic) When you touch on the Touch Panel, a screen appears that allows you to simply adjust Color Adjust the hue or tone of the color produced on the copy and how you would like the color of your copy to look. The copier also allows you to professionally adjust these features.
3-31 5. Color Adjust Mode (Basic) Color Adjust Procedure (Basic) Touch the key and select the item Press the Start Key. This causes the copier to Basic for adjustment. output a sample copy showing seven images, each representing a different level of adjustment for the selected item.
3-32 5. Color Adjust Mode (Basic) Selecting the Original Image Type Select the original image type by pressing the corresponding key to get the best possible result on your copy. Text & Photo This mode is ideally suited to an original which contains texts, photos, and illustrations. This feature is selected in the initial mode.
3-33 6. Photo Mode Photo mode is effective in making copies from photos, allowing you to place the photo image on the copy at an aesthetically pleasing position. Photo-Sizing offers you a choice between , with Scale to Page which the image is scaled to fill the entire surface of the copy paper, and , with Manual Zoom Input which you need to manually specify the zoom ratio for the copy.
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3-34 6. Photo Mode Select the appropriate “Copy Size.” Touch . The Touch Panel shows the (See Manual Bypass Copying. p.3-11) settings made, prompting you to check them. 1179P220EA 1179P222EA Select the appropriate “Scale to Page” Useful Tips Mode. • Touching the Photo Original Size , or Photo-Size Mode...
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3-35 6. Photo Mode Photo-Sizing Mode: Manual Zoom Input Select the size of your photo and touch Select the appropriate “Copy Size.” . If an appropriate size is not available, (See Manual Bypass Copying. p.3-11) enter the size from the 10-Key Pad. 1179P223EA Enter the desired zoom ratio from the 10- Key Pad.
3-36 6. Photo Mode Setting Mirror Image in Photo Useful Tips Mode • Touching the Photo Original Size On the screen that prompts you to check the Photo-Size Mode Copy Size , or Zoom settings made in the Photo Mode, touch key allows you to change the previous settings.
3-37 6. Photo Mode Storing the Photo Size in Memory Touch and enter the length of the photo Touch any of the non-labeled keys. from the 10-Key Pad. (If a value has already been set, press the Clear Key, then enter the non-labeled key new value.) 1179P228EA...
1. Using the Applied Input Output Functions This is an introduction to the four convenient features available in input output mode: Frame Erase, File Margin, Cover Sheet, and OHP. Input Output When you touch on the Touch Panel, a screen appears that allows you to set the applied functions.
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1. Using the Applied Input Output Functions Touch and enter the length of the original <When the original is standard size> from the 10-Key Pad. Then, touch Touch Frame Erase enter the width of the original. (To correct a value entered, press the Clear Key.) 1179P172CA Select the applicable “Original Size.”...
1. Using the Applied Input Output Functions File Margin The copier provides a file margin along the leading edge for your ease in filing. There are four different ways available for making a file margin. Use the one that is most suited to your need.
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1. Using the Applied Input Output Functions File Margin Setting Procedure Touch Enter the “File Margin Width” from the 10- File Margin Key Pad. 1179P312EA 1179P172CA Touch Place the original on the Original Glass or in the Duplexing Document Feeder. NOTE If the margin width is set larger than necessary NOTE...
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1. Using the Applied Input Output Functions Original Placement Key to be Selected 1154P135AA 1154P1358A 1154P1358A 1154P1358A 1179O052AA 1154P137AA 1154O004AA 1154P135AA 1179O053AA 1154P137AA 1154O005AA 1154P136AA 1179O074AA 1154P138AA 1154O006AA...
1. Using the Applied Input Output Functions OHP Interleaving When you make copies on OHP films, the OHP Interleaving function inserts copied or non-copied interleaves after each transparency. Two different functions are available. Select the appropriate one according to your need. Functions Single Copy The copier copies onto OHP films and, after each film, inserts a copied or non-copied (blank) sheet of...
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1. Using the Applied Input Output Functions OHP Setting Procedure Place the original on the Original Glass or in Touch the Duplexing Document Feeder. Select the Tray in which the interleaves are loaded and touch 1179O055AA Touch 1179P314EA NOTES • If you make copies from an original set, one page after another, via the Original Glass, make them in descending page order.
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1. Using the Applied Input Output Functions...
1. Using the Applied Input Output Functions Cover Sheet The Cover mode lets you make a front cover, or a front and back cover, for a copy set. Cover Mode copies the first page, or the first and last page, of an original set on different paper from the normal copy paper, such as colored paper.
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4-10 1. Using the Applied Input Output Functions Cover Sheet Setting Procedure Load your originals in the Duplexing Touch Document Feeder. Select the copy paper and touch 1154O009AA Touch Cover Sheet 1179P317EA Select a particular function for “Front.” 1179P172CA 1179P318EA Place the copy paper for the cover sheet on Select a particular function for “Back.”...
4-11 2. Color Adjust Mode (Professional) These pages explain how to professionally adjust the hue or tone of the color produced on the copy. When you touch on the Touch Panel, a screen appears that allows you to adjust these Color Adjust features.
4-12 2. Color Adjust Mode (Professional) Color Adjust Procedure (Professional: Other Than Color Balance) Touch and select the item for Press the Start Key. This causes the copier to Professional adjustment. output a sample copy showing seven images, each representing a different level of adjustment for the selected item.
4-13 2. Color Adjust Mode (Professional) Color Adjust Procedure (Color Balance) Touch and touch Professional Color Balance 1179P244CA Select the color you want to adjust for balance from among C (cyan), M (magenta), Y (yellow), and BK (black). 1179P249CA Touch the key to change the value as necessary.
4-15 3. Using the Digital Art Functions These pages explain about how to make settings for the various Digital Art functions the copier offers, including such ones as making a copy in a specified color and with a colored background. When you touch , a screen appears that allows you to make settings for the Digital Art Digital Art...
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4-16 3. Using the Digital Art Functions X/Y Zoom The zoom ratio for the X (horizontal) and Y (vertical) directions can be set independently. Image Repeat The entire image on the original can be repeatedly copied onto a single copy at a desired zoom ratio.
4-17 3. Using the Digital Art Functions Monotone The original can be copied in any one of 20 single colors. 1179P252CA For copy samples and the output produced from each color specified on-screen, see the “Creative Image Book” separately provided. Monotone Setting Procedure Touch on the Digital Art menu...
4-18 3. Using the Digital Art Functions Background Color The background of the original can be copied in any one of 18 single colors. 1179P255CA For copy samples and the output produced from each color specified on-screen, see the “Creative Image Book”...
4-19 3. Using the Digital Art Functions Neg.-Pos. Reverse The original can be copied with the original tonal arrangements reversed. It can be combined with Monotone to produce a monotone copy and with full color to produce a full color copy with reversed tonal arrangements.
4-20 3. Using the Digital Art Functions Color Separation The colors on the original are separated into four color channels (yellow, magenta, cyan, and black) or three color channels (yellow, magenta, and cyan) and the particular color data is processed to make one copy in each of the colors extracted.
4-21 3. Using the Digital Art Functions X/Y Zoom The zoom ratio for the X (horizontal) and Y (vertical) directions can be set independently. Zoom Ratio (%) For the setting procedure, you have a choice of , with which you enter the X/Y Output Size zoom ratios from the 10-Key Pad, or , with which you enter the sizes of the original and...
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4-22 3. Using the Digital Art Functions <When [Output Size] is selected> Touch under “Copy” and enter the length of the copy paper from the 10-Key Pad. Touch X/Y Zoom Touch under “Copy” and enter the width of the copy paper from the 10-Key Pad. 1179P321EA 1179P251CA Touch...
4-23 3. Using the Digital Art Functions Image Repeat The entire image on the original can be repeatedly copied on a single copy at a desired zoom ratio. For copy samples, see the “Creative Image Book” separately provided. Image Repeat Setting Procedure Touch on the Digital Art Touch...
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4-24 3. Using the Digital Art Functions If the original is a non-standard size If the original is a photo size Touch on the screen given in Touch on the screen given in Custom Size Photo Size step 2. step 2. 1179P348EA 1179P349EA Select the size of your photo and touch...
4-25 3. Using the Digital Art Functions Multi-Page Enlargement The original is automatically divided into multiple parts, each being copied onto a separate sheet of paper. The function is used when you want to enlarge your original to a size larger than A3. For the setting procedure, you have a choice of Standard Size , with which you select the copy size...
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4-26 3. Using the Digital Art Functions <When is selected> Enter the zoom ratio from the 10-Key Pad. Zoom Ratio Touch Multi-Page Enlargement on the Digital Art menu screen. 1179P278CA When is touched, the “Check/Change” screen appears allowing you to check and change any incorrect settings you have 1179P251CA made.
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4-27 3. Using the Digital Art Functions <When is selected> Touch and enter the length from the 10- Custom Size Key Pad. Then, touch and enter the Touch Multi-Page Enlargement on the width from the 10-Key Pad. Digital Art menu screen. (To correct a value entered, press the Clear Key.) 1179P332EA...
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4-28 3. Using the Digital Art Functions If the original is a non-standard size If the original is a photo size Touch on the screen given in Touch on the screen given in Custom Size Photo Size step 2. step 2. 1179P351EA 1179P350EA Touch...
4-29 3. Using the Digital Art Functions Mirror Image An image, identical to the original except reversed, as if viewed in a mirror, is produced. For copy samples, see the “Creative Image Book” separately provided. Mirror Image Setting Procedure Touch on the Digital Art If the original is a non-standard size Mirror Image...
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4-30 3. Using the Digital Art Functions If the original is a photo size Touch on the screen given in Photo Size step 2. 1179P353EA Select the size of your photo and touch . If an appropriate size is not available, enter the size from the 10-Key Pad.
4-31 3. Using the Digital Art Functions Postcard Four identically sized (postcard) images of the original can be produced on a single Letter Size copy. The original size may be selected from among the standard sizes. Or, Custom Size or Photo Size may be selected to enter the size manually.
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4-32 3. Using the Digital Art Functions <When the original is a non-standard size> Touch and enter the number # of Sheets of copies to be made from the 10-key Pad. Touch Postcard on the Digital Art menu screen. 1179P343EA Useful Tip Enter 1 to make 4 postcards and 2 to make 8 1179P251CA...
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4-33 3. Using the Digital Art Functions <When the original is a photo size> In the # of sheets box, enter the number of postcard sheets desired. Touch Postcard on the Digital Art menu screen. 1179P346EA Useful Tip 1179P251CA Enter 1 for 4 postcards and 2 for 8 postcards. Touch Photo Size Touch...
1. Default Settings The Default Settings refer to the copying function settings established when the copier is turned ON or the Panel Reset key is pressed. The Utility mode lets you change the default settings. Default Settings Changing Procedure Press the Utility key. Touch Useful Tips •...
2. Meter Count This function allows you to check the cumulative number of copies produced since the installation of your copier. Calling up Meter Count Press the Utility key. When is touched, the panel Monotone shows the count data for the copies made in monotone.
3. Copy Track Functions This function is intended for the person who controls and manages the copier. The numbers of copies made by up to 100 different accounts can be controlled by defining a unique access number for each account. Setting the Copy Track Functions Press the Utility key and touch Touch...
3. Copy Track Functions Changing the Account Number Press the Utility Key and touch Touch Access # Input Admin. Mode 1179P384CA NOTE has been selected, the 1179P356CA key cannot be selected. Access # Input Enter your administrator code number from Touch and then using the Account #...
3. Copy Track Functions Programming the Access Numbers Press the Utility Key and touch Touch Access # Input Admin. Mode 1179P384CA NOTE has been selected, the Access # Input key cannot be selected. 1179P356CA Enter your administrator code number from Touch Access # and then using the...
3. Copy Track Functions Checking the Number of Copies Made by Each Account Press the Utility Key and touch Touch Counter Check Admin. Mode 1179P385CA Using the key, select the “Account #” for which you want to check the number of copies made.
3. Copy Track Functions Resetting Counters Press the Utility Key and touch Touch Counter Reset Admin. Mode 1179P386CA Using the key, select the “Account #” for which you want to reset the counter and touch Cancel 1179P356CA Enter your administrator code number from the 10-Key Pad, then touch 1179P367CA Useful Tip...
3. Copy Track Functions Prohibiting Color Copying for Each Account Either color copying or black copying can be Touch Permission Level prohibited for each account. Press the Utility Key and touch Admin. Mode 1179P387CA Using the key, select the “Account #”...
3. Copy Track Functions Setting the Maximum Number of Copies to be Made by Each Account It is possible for you to set the copy limit for color Touch Copy Track Functions copying or black copying, or both, for each account.
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5-10 3. Copy Track Functions Touch the respective “Copy Limit” key and then enter the copy limit from the 10-Key Pad. 1179P373CA Useful Tip If you want to set a Copy Limit for another account, repeat steps 6 to 8. Touch...
5-11 4. Gradation Adjust Carry out a Gradation Adjust sequence if the copier fails to reproduce color or the reproduced color becomes foggy as you make a number of color copies. Gradation Adjust Sequence Press the Utility key. Touch Gradation Adjust 1179O010CB Touch Admin.
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5-12 4. Gradation Adjust Cover the test print with 10 sheets of blank, white A3 or 11”×17” size paper. Close the Original Cover and press the Start key. 1179O009CB When the copier is through with the Gradation Adjust sequence, the menu screen reappears.
5-13 5. Dummy Rotation When Dummy Rotation is turned ON, improved accuracy in correct alignment among different colors results. The copying speed will become slower as a by-product (8 copies/min. → 6 copies/min.). The initial setting is OFF. If you are satisfied with the copy quality, keep the setting as is. Changing Dummy Rotation Setting Press the Utility key.
5-14 6. Gamma-Curve Limitation If Gamma-Curve Limitation is turned ON before producing printed pages of high image density as a full- color printer used in computer environment, it helps prevent image failure. If it is turned OFF, high image density can be faithfully reproduced. The initial setting is ON. Gamma-Curve Limitation Setting Press the Utility key.
5-15 7. Thick 2 Duplex Noise can occur on the image of a 2-sided copy made on some type of thick paper, i.e., Thick 2 (weighing 129 to 209 g/m ). Thick 2 Duplex allows you to select whether to show (“Yes”) a key for the exclusive use for setting the Thick 2 Duplex function that ensures a noise-free 2-sided copy or not (“No”).
5-16 7. Thick 2 Duplex Making 2-Sided Copies on Thick 2 Place a sheet of paper on the Manual Bypass Place the 1-sided copy made in step 3 on the Tray and touch Manual Bypass Tray and touch Paper Type Paper Type 1179P177DB 1179P177DB...
5-17 8. Storing and Calling Jobs You can store ten frequently used job settings in memory to call up later for quick job setup. Job Memory Input Procedure Make the necessary control panel settings Touch the number to assign the programmed for the job.
5-18 8. Storing and Calling Jobs Calling up a Job Press the Job Recall key. 1179O011CB Touch the number that your programmed job has been assigned to. 1179P379CA Useful Tip If you touch , a screen appears that Check allows you to check the programmed job settings stored in memory.
5-19 9. User’s Choice This function allows you to select customized default settings that are automatically selected when the copier is powered ON. It eliminates the need of making selections again to suit your needs every time the copier is turned ON or the panel is reset. User’s Choice Functions Item Description...
5-20 9. User’s Choice User’s Choice Setting Changing Procedure Press the Utility key. When is touched, it is highlighted and the Touch Panel allows you to enter the time to the right of the key. 1179O010CB Touch User’s Choice 1179P381CA Enter the time from the 10-Key Panel.
5-21 10. Image Centering This function automatically shifts the image of the original placed in parallel with the Original Scales towards the center of the copy paper as it is reproduced on the copy paper. Turning ON or OFF Image Centering Press the Utility key.
5-22 11. Scanner Address Input Scanner Address Input Scanner Address Input is used when a Printer Controller is connected to the copier. For details, see the manual that comes with the Printer Controller.
1. When the Message “Load paper in the XXXX Tray.” Appears When the Tray currently selected for use runs out of paper, the message shown on the left appears. The current copy cycle is interrupted and you cannot start a new copy cycle. Load the tray with paper by using the following procedure: NOTE Only the following type of paper can be loaded in...
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1. When the Message “Load paper in the XXXX Tray.” Appears Changing the Paper Size for the Large Capacity Cassette Middle Tray (Universal Tray) Grasping the Door Lock Release Lever, open the Cassette Door. Grasp the tab of the Edge Guide and slide it to the size of the paper to be loaded.
2. When the Message “Please add Toner.” Appears The message shown on the left appears when toner is soon running out. You can still make copies, but the image density will become lighter and lighter. It is recommended therefore that you replenish the toner as soon as possible.
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2. When the Message “Please add Toner.” Appears Remove the bottle cap and peel off the seal. Wait until the toner stops falling in (approx. 60 seconds), then tap the Bottle a few times to ensure that all the toner falls into the Hopper.
3. When the Message “The Staple Cartridge is empty.” Appears The message shown on the left appears when the staples are running out. Replace the Staple Cartridge with a new one by following the procedure given below. 1179P392CA Replacing the Staple Cartridge Grasping the Lock Release Lever, slide the NOTE Staple Sorter away from the copier.
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3. When the Message “The Staple Cartridge is empty.” Appears Place a sheet of paper into the 2nd Bin of the NOTES Staple Sorter. • Replace the Staple Cartridge only after you are prompted to do so by the message. Removing the Staple Cartridge before then will result in stapling trouble.
4. When the Message “Misfeeding is detected.” Appears If a paper misfeed occurs during a copy cycle, the message shown on the left appears and that particular copy cycle is stopped in the middle of operation. Clear the misfed sheet of paper according to the procedure given below.
4. When the Message “Misfeeding is detected.” Appears Misfeed Clearing Procedures Duplexing Document Feeder Remove the original stack from the Raise the Duplexing Document Feeder. Document Feed Tray. Opening the Document Turnover/Feed Unit Guide Plate, gently pull out the original from the Unit.
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4. When the Message “Misfeeding is detected.” Appears Copier Open the Left Door Close the Left Door 1144O548AA Pull out the sheet of paper from the 1144O549AA Transport Section. Open the Front Door. 1144L022AA 1179O025AA Raise Guide Plate and, turning Knob Turn the Lever to the left.
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6-10 4. When the Message “Misfeeding is detected.” Appears Grasp the Fusing Unit Lever and open Turning Knob , remove the sheet of the Fusing Unit. paper. If paper is stuck to the Transfer Film, carefully disengage the leading edge of the paper and remove it with care not to damage the Transfer Film.
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6-11 4. When the Message “Misfeeding is detected.” Appears Paper Trays Manual Bypass Tray Open the Left Door and pull out the Unload the paper stack from the Manual sheet of paper from the Transport Section. Bypass Tray. Then open the Left Door 1144L022AA Close the Left Door 1144O548AA...
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6-12 4. When the Message “Misfeeding is detected.” Appears Large Capacity Cassette Press the Paper Descent Key. Remove the sheet of paper. 1154O036AA 1154O031AA Slide the Cassette back against the copier. Grasping the Door Lock Release Lever, open the Cassette Door and remove the sheet of paper.
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6-13 4. When the Message “Misfeeding is detected.” Appears Duplex Unit Sorter/Staple Sorter Grasping the Lock Release Lever, open the Grasping the Lock Release Lever, slide the Duplex Unit. Sorter away from the copier. 1144L034AA 1144O252AA Open the Misfeed Removal Guide Pull out the copy from the Transport and pull out the sheet of paper.
6-14 5. When the Message “The Fuser Oil has run out.” Appears The message shown on the left appears when the Fuser Oil is running out. You can still make copies, but it is recommended that you replenish the Fuser Oil as soon as possible.
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6-15 5. When the Message “The Fuser Oil has run out.” Appears Remove the cap from the Fuser Oil Supply Remove the Oil Supply Spout and refit the Port. cap to the Fuser Oil Bottle. 1154O043AA 1144L010AA Remove the cap of the Fuser Oil Bottle and Refit the cap to the Oil Supply Port.
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6-16 5. When the Message “The Fuser Oil has run out.” Appears Press the Utility Key on the Control Panel. 1179O010CB Touch Fuser Oil Refill 1179P428CA Touch and then touch 1179P429CA Press the Panel Reset Key.
6-17 6. When Appears When Appears When Appears 1179P393CA 1179P395CA When appears in the lower left corner of the appears in the lower left corner of the Touch Panel, it indicates that something is wrong Touch Panel, it indicates that either the Upper, with the image stabilization function of the color Middle, or Lower Drawer is disabled.
6-18 7. What Does Each Message Mean? What Does Each Message Mean? Message Cause Action Please call tech. service. The copier malfunctioned and is Call and inform your Technical code: XXXXX unable to make copies. Representative of the code being shown on the Touch Panel.
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6-19 7. What Does Each Message Mean? Message Cause Action The orig. is left on the glass, You try to use the Duplexing First remove the original from the remove it before proceeding. Document Feeder when there is Glass, then load the originals in an original left on the Original the Duplexing Document Feeder.
1. When This Type of Copy is Produced When This Type of Copy is Produced Symptom Possible Cause Action The Image is too light. The manual exposure level is set Touch the Key as Darker on the lighter side. necessary to obtain a darker image.
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1. When This Type of Copy is Produced Symptom Possible Cause Action The Edge of the Copy is dirty. The Original Pad or Document Wipe the Original Pad or Feed Belt is dirty. Document Transport Belt clean with a soft cloth dampened with mild detergent.
2. The Copier is not functioning as designed The Copier is not functioning as designed Symptom check for: Action The Touch Panel shows nothing. Is only the Start Key lit up green? The copier is in the Energy Saver Mode. Press any key on the Control Panel to cancel the Energy Saver Mode.
1. Specifications Specifications Copier CF9001 Type Console Copier Platen Stationary Photoconductor Copying System Electrostatic Dry Powdered Image Transfer to Plain Paper Developing System Micro-Toning System Fusing System Lamp-Heated Roller Resolution 600 dpi Types of Original Sheets, Books, and other three-dimensional objects Maximum Original Size : 11×17 Lengthwise...
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1. Specifications Duplexing Document Feeder AFR-12 Document Feeding Standard Mode:1-sided original System 2-sided original 2-in-1 Single Automatic Document Feeding Mode Mixed Original Detection Mode: 1-sided mixed original detection 2-sided mixed original detection Type of Original 1-sided Original Mode, : 13-1/4 lb to 29-1/4 lb 2-in-1 Mode 2-sided Original Mode, : 16 lb to 24 lb...
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1. Specifications Large Capacity Cassette C101 Kinds of Paper Plain paper (16 lb to 24 lb), Recycled paper Paper Size A4C, Letter C Capacity 1,100 sheets (20 lb) Power Source Supplied from copier Power Consumption 30W or less Dimensions Width : 14 Depth : 17-1/2 Height : 11-1/2 Weight...
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1. Specifications 10 Bin Staple Sorter ST-103 No. of Bins 11 Bins Sort Bins: 10 (From 2nd Bin to 11th Bin) Modes Non-Sort Mode, Sort Mode, Sort-and-Staple Mode, Manual Staple Mode Kinds of Paper Non-Sort Mode: Plain paper (16 lb to 24 lb), Special paper (Thick paper, OHP films) Sort Mode, Sort-and Staple Mode: Plain paper (16 lb to 24 lb) Paper Size...
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1. Specifications Duplex Unit AD-7 Kinds of Paper Plain paper: 16 lb to 24 lb Copy Paper Size L to InvoiceL ×17 Capacity (When the Automatic Document Feeder is used) 1-sided Original: Up to 99 copies (LetterC, InvoiceL) Up to 2 copies (11 17L, LegalL, LetterL) ×...
2. Care of the Copier Cleaning (Turn OFF the Power Switch of the copier when cleaning.) Housing Cover Document Transport Belt Wipe the surface of the Housing Cover clean Wipe the surface of the Document Transport with a soft cloth dampened with mild home Belt clean with a soft cloth dampened with detergent.
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2. Care of the Copier Original Glass Wipe the surface of the Original Glass clean with a soft, dry cloth. 1179O064AA Front Door Wipe the inside of the Front Door clean with a soft, dry cloth. 1179O065AA...
3. Function Combination Matrix Function Combination Matrix Basic Create Input Output Den- 1-sided 2-sided Functions Set Last Paper Zoom Book Finishing Auxiliary sity Orig. Orig. Functions Set First Auto Paper Paper Tray Selection Manual Feed E E E Auto Size Zoom Zoom Ratio Background Level...
8-10 3. Function Combination Matrix Precautions for Setting the Color Adjust Function Function Set Last Basic Professional Function Set First Green Blue Sharpness Brightness Contrast Saturation Portrait Saturation Brightness Sharpness Density Contrast Color Balance Original Image Type : The functions can be combined. : The functions can be combined (though a miscopy could result).
8-11 4. Description of Paper Size and Zoom Ratio Table Description of Paper Size and Zoom Ratio Table Paper Size Name Size (Metric) Size (Inch) 297 mm × 420 mm 11-3/4 × 16-1/2 257 mm × 364 mm × 14-1/4 210 mm ×...
8-12 5. Index Index (2in1) Copy p. 3-20 Contrast (Touch Panel) p. 2-5 1 Copy p. 3-19 Control Panel Keys p. 2-5 2 Copy p. 3-19 Copy Paper Size p. 3-9 2 (2in1) Copy p. 3-20 Copy Paper Size and Zoom Ratio Table p. 8-11 1-Sided Book p.
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8-13 5. Index Interrupt Key pp. 2-6, 2-10 Interrupt Mode p. 2-10 Red Component p. 3-30 Replacing the Staple Cartridge p. 6-5 Replenishing the Fuser Oil p. 6-14 Replenishing Toner p. 6-3 Job Memory Input p. 5-17 Job Recall Key pp. 2-5, 5-18 Sample Copy p.
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Copyright 2000 MINOLTA CO., LTD. The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice to incorporate improvements made on the product or products the manual covers. Minolta Co., Ltd. Image Information Products Marketing Headquarters 2000.7 3-13, 2-Chome, Azuchi-Machi, Chuo-ku, Osaka 541-8556, Japan...
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