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Kyocera FS-9120DN Operating Manual

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  • Page 1 FS-9120DN FS-9520DN Page Printer...
  • Page 2 Kyocera Corporation is prohibited. Any copies made of all or part of this guide, any copyrightable subject must contain the same copyright notice as the material from which the copying is done.
  • Page 3 Province of Ontario. Otherwise, this license is governed by the laws of the country in which you acquired the Program. Typeface Trademark Acknowledgement All resident fonts in this printer are licensed from Agfa Cor- poration. Helvetica, Palatino and Times are registered trademarks of Linotype-Hell AG.
  • Page 4 4. You agree not to duplicate or copy the Software or Type- faces, except that you may make one backup copy. You agree that any such copy shall contain the same propri- etary notices as those appearing on the original. 5.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    3.1 Notes on Handling the Main Circuit Board and DIMM ... A-5 3.2 Removing the Main Circuit Board from the Printer ... A-5 3 Removing the Main Circuit Board ... A-5 4.1 Removing DIMM ... A-6 4 Installing DIMMs... A-6...

  • Page 6: Contents

    3.1 RS-232C Interface...B-3 4.1 PRESCRIBE FRPO D0 command ...B-4 5 RS-232C Cable Connection ...B-4 5.1 Obtain a Suitable RS-232C Cable...B-4 5.2 Connecting the Printer to the Computer...B-4 5.3 Setting the RS-232C Parameters...B-5 Appendix C Specifications ... C-1 Glossary ...Glossary-1 Index ...Index-1...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction The Kyocera Mita printer has many advanced features, such as the EcoPrint function that reduces the power consumption and the Auto Media Type Selection function that selects the media automatically before printing. If you install an optional document finisher to the printer, you can also make stitching.

  • Page 8: Important! Please Read First

    Important! Please read first Caution Labels Caution labels have been attached to the printer at the following locations for safety purposes. BE SUFFICIENTLY CAREFUL to avoid fire or electric shock when removing a paper jam or when replacing toner. Label 2 High temperature inside.

  • Page 9: Installation Precautions

    •Avoid placing the printer on or in locations which are unstable or not level. Such locations may cause the printer to fall down or fall over. This type of sit- uation presents a danger of personal injury or dam- age to the printer..

  • Page 10: Precautions For Use

    If the power cord is damaged, there is a danger of fire or electrical shock..•If the printer will not be used for a short period of time (overnight, etc.), turn the power switch OFF (O O O O ).
  • Page 11 I Cautions for Toner Handling CAUTION •Do not incinerate toner and toner containers. Dan- gerous sparks may cause burn..•Never open the toner container or waste toner box.. •Make sure not to inhale the toner, and not to rub your eyes or touch your mouth with the hands stained with the toner.

  • Page 12: Chapter 1 Names Of Parts

    Chapter 1 Names of Parts C D E Figure 1-1 Figure 1-2...
  • Page 13 Chapter 1 Names of Parts Figure 1-3 1 Operator panel Contains the keys and indicators for operating the printer. 2 Front cover Open to replace the toner container or waste toner box. 3 Paper cassette 2 Second cassette that holds up to about 500 sheets of stan- dard paper.

  • Page 14: Chapter 2 Handling Paper

    There are three general grades of paper: economy, standard, and premium. The most significant difference between grades is the ease with which they pass through the printer. This is affected by the smoothness, size, and moisture content of the paper, and the way in which the paper is cut. The higher the...

  • Page 15: Selecting The Right Paper

    Remember that all paper is not the same. Some of the factors to consider when selecting paper for the printer are as follows: Condition of the Paper Avoid using paper that is bent at the edges, curled, dirty, torn, embossed, or contaminated with lint, clay, or paper shreds.
  • Page 16 When paper is manufactured, it is cut into sheets with the grain running parallel to the length (long grain) or parallel to the width (short grain). Short grain paper can cause feeding problems in the printer. All paper used in the printer should be long grain. Other Paper Properties Porosity: Refers to the density of the paper structure;...

  • Page 17: Transparency (Overhead Projection Film)

    4 to 6 % (composite) Table 2-6 Envelopes The printer can print on envelopes using paper with a basis weight of 60 to 79 g/m (16 to 21 lb/ream). Envelopes must be manually fed. An envelope is a more complex object than a single sheet of paper.

  • Page 18: Paper Type

    ). This orientation is more likely to wrinkle and crease on its way through the printer. Before purchasing envelopes for use with the printer, test a sample to verify the envelope’s suitability. Do not use envelopes that have an encapsulated liquid adhe- sive.

  • Page 19: How To Load Paper

    Chapter 2 Handling Paper 4. How to Load Paper The following explains the produre for loading paper can be loaded into the two paper cassettes and the MP tray. IMPORTANT Fan the paper, then tap it on a level surface. This avoid media jams or skewed printing.

  • Page 20: Loading Paper Into The Mp (Multi-Purpose) Tray

    Gently push the paper cassette back in. NOTE Before leaving the printer in disuse for a prolonged period of time, remove the paper from the paper cassette(s) and seal it in its original packaging to protect from moisture. Also, when storing paper in a high temperature and high humidity envi- ronment, seal it in a moisture-proof bag.

  • Page 21: Setting Envelopes

    MP tray. 4.3 Setting Envelopes When using the optional printer function, envelopes can be set in the MP tray. NOTE Do not print on envelopes wuth flap adhesive exposed. This can cause printer malfunction.

  • Page 22: Chapter 3 Using The Operator Panel

    Chapter 3 This chapter explains the following topics: • Understanding the Operator Panel • Using the Operator Panel 1. Understanding the Operator Panel The operator panel has an LCD message display, indicators, and eight keys. Message Display page 3-2 (See Interface Indicator page 3-2 (See...

  • Page 23: Message Display

    The message display gives information in the form of short messages. The eight messages listed below are displayed dur- ing normal warm-up and printing. Other messages that may appear when the printer needs the on page 4-4 operator’s attention are explained...

  • Page 24: Paper Type Indicator

    16kai* Table 3-3 * With only the MP tray feeding NOTE While the printer is processing data, the SIZE display indi- cates the paper size selected by the application software. Chapter 3 Using the Operator Panel 1.5 Paper Type Indicator This shows the paper type defined for the current paper cas- sette.

  • Page 25: Keys

    Chapter 3 Using the Operator Panel 1.6 Keys The operator panel keys are used to configure the printer. Note that certain keys have the secondary function. NOTE Settings made with these keys effect only the interface cur- rently in use.

  • Page 26: Using The Operator Panel

    This section explains how to use the menu selection system. The MENU key on the operator panel allows you to use the menu to set or change the printer environment such as the number of copies to print, emulation, etc., to your specific needs. Settings can be made when Ready is indicated on the printer message display.
  • Page 27 Chapter 3 Using the Operator Panel Continued Interface > Parallel Interface > Interface > Serial Interface > Network Interface > Option Continued on the next page >Parallel I/F Auto >Baud rate 9600 >Data Bits >Data Bits >Stop Bits >Stop Bits >Parity None >Protocol...
  • Page 28 >KC-GL Page Set [SPSZ] Emulation > >Print KPDL Errs KPDL Emulation > KPDL (AUTO) >Print KPDL Errs >Alt. Emulation PCL 6 Emulation Line Printer Emulation IBM Printer Emulation DIABLO US Emulation EPSON LQ-850 Font > >Font Select Internal >Font Select Option >Code Set...
  • Page 29 Chapter 3 Using the Operator Panel Continued Print Quality > Opt. ROM > Hard Disk > RAM DISK Mode RAM DISK Mode > Memory Card > Continued on the next page >KIR Mode >KIR Mode >EcoPrint Mode >EcoPrint Mode >Resolution Fast 1200 mode >Print Density >Read Data...
  • Page 30 Continued >MP Tray Mode Paper Handling > >MP Tray Size >MP Tray Type >Cassette1 Size > >Cassette 1 Type Plain >Feed Select >Duplex Mode >Stack Selects >Stitch Adjust > >Override A4/LT >Type Adjust >Reset Type Adjust Continued on the next page Cassette >MP Tray Mode First...
  • Page 31 >New Toner Installed >MSG Language English >Form Feed Time Out 015sec. >Sleep Timer > >>Sleep Mode 015 min. >Print HEX-DUMP >Printer Reset >Resource Prot. >Buzzer >Buzzer >Auto Continue > >>Auto Continue Mode Off >Auto Continue > Mode On >Finishing >...

  • Page 32: Printing The Menu Map

    MENU key while the printer is Ready. 2.2.1 Printing the Menu Map The printer prints a full list of menu selections. Note that menus indicated on the list may vary depending on which op- tion units are installed on the printer.

  • Page 33: E-Mps

    A KIR Test Pattern KIR is the Kyocera’s original smoothing function. This test pattern shows the effect of the KIR (Kyocera Image Refinement) system. 2.2.3 e-MPS e-MPS is an abbreviation for ‘enhanced-Multiple Printing System’...
  • Page 34 . When the number of jobs reaches the limit, the oldest job will be overwritten by the new one. When the printer is turned off, all stored jobs will be deleted. Printing Additional Copies using Quick Copy To print additional copies of a job stored in the printer: Press the MENU key.
  • Page 35 Thus, this function ensures confidentiality of the print job. In the job retention mode, access codes are not mandatory, but can be set on the printer driver if printing with the PIN security is required. Then, the access code must be entered on the operator panel to print a stored job.
  • Page 36 NOTE If you use the local parallel port to connect to the printer, make sure that the printer driver is set to print to a local port. To check this out, click the Details tab of the printer Properties, and note the Print to the following port setting.
  • Page 37 >List of VMB Press the ENTER key. A question mark (?) appears. >List of VMB ? Press the ENTER key again. The printer prints a list of jobs currently posted in the virtual mailboxes as shown below. VIRTUAL MAIL BOX LIST...
  • Page 38 Changing the Maximum Number of Quick Copy/Proof-and- Hold Jobs This changes maximum number of Quick Copy/Proof-and- Hold jobs from 0 to 50. The default is 32. Press the MENU key. Press the key repeatedly until e-MPS > ap- pears. e-MPS >...
  • Page 39 Chapter 3 Using the Operator Panel Maximum Space Assigned to Permanent Code Jobs This changes the hard disk space that holds permanent code jobs. You can change the maximum space from 0 to 9999 (megabytes). The actual maximum size depends on the size of free hard disk space, however.

  • Page 40: Changing The Interface Parameters

    Auto. For details, see Appendix B Host Computer Interface face, be sure to reset the printer or turn the power off at least once. The new setting will be enabled thereafter. Press the MENU key.
  • Page 41 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600 (default), 19200, Changing Network Interface Parameters 38400,57600, 115200 This printer supports TCP/IP, NetWare and EtherTalk proto- cols. In addition, you can install the optional network inter- Definable stop bits: 7, 8 face card in the option interface slot.
  • Page 42 >Opt. StatusPage tional Network Inter- face Status Page after Page. See The following example explains how to activate TCP/ IP protocol to connect the printer in the network. You can select Netware or EtherTalk in a similar manner. >TCP/IP >...

  • Page 43: Changing The Emulation

    Emulation appears. One of the emulation names shown below appears, indicating the current emulation. PCL 6 (default) KC-GL KPDL KPDL (AUTO) Line Printer IBM Proprinter DIABLO 630 EPSON LQ-850 Press the ENTER key. A blinking question mark (?) appears. Emulation...
  • Page 44 KPDL (AUTO) Emulation KPDL is the Kyocera’s implementation of the PostScript lan- guage. The KPDL (AUTO) emulation enables the printer to automatically change the emulation mode according to the data received when printing. In addition to KPDL (AUTO) emulation, you can use the op- erator panel to set another emulation mode that is used very often.

  • Page 45: Setting The Default Font

    You can select the default font for the current interface. In ad- dition to the internal fonts, all fonts that are downloaded to the printer memory, or fonts stored on a memory card, hard disk, or option ROM, can be selected as the default font.
  • Page 46 To select an option font, press the ENTER key while > Font Select > is displayed. Press the key repeatedly until the message display indicates Option.This operation is possible only when option fonts are installed in the printer. Press the key. >> I000...
  • Page 47 Chapter 3 Using the Operator Panel Press the key. Check that Internal is displayed and press the key. >Font Select > Internal Press the key repeatedly until >Size ap- pears. >Size 012.00 point(s) Press the ENTER key. A blinking cursor ( _ ) ap- pears.

  • Page 48: Using Page Set Menus

    (Optional Fonts) >List of Option Fonts ? Press the ENTER key again. Processing appears, then Ready. The printer prints a list of fonts with a short sample and font ID (number) for each font. Option Figure 3-9 2.2.7 Using Page Set Menus In Page Set menus, you can set the number of copies, the page orientation, and other settings regarding pagination.
  • Page 49 Chapter 3 Using the Operator Panel Press the ENTER key. A blinking cursor ( _ ) ap- pears. >Copies Press the key to increase or decrease the val- ue of the figure where the cursor is blinking. It can be set between 1 and 999. You can use the keys to move the cursor right and left.

  • Page 50: Page Protect

    Page Protect will be forcibly set to On if a Print overrun Press GO error occurs due to insufficient printer memory. Be sure to return this setting to Auto in order to main- tain high printer memory efficiency. This can be done as follows. repeatedly until Chapter 3 Using the Operator Panel Press the ENTER key.
  • Page 51 Chapter 3 Using the Operator Panel Linefeed (LF) Action This procedure instructs the printer what to do when it re- ceives a linefeed code (character code 0AH). Press the MENU key. Press the key repeatedly until Page Set > appears.

  • Page 52: Setting The Print Quality

    Ready. 2.2.8 Setting the Print Quality You can make the following settings to enhance the print quality: Kyocera Image Refinement (KIR), a software algo- rithm for increasing printout quality; EcoPrint, a printing mode that reduces toner consumption during printing; print- ing resolution;...

  • Page 53: Operating An Option Hard Disk

    2.2.9 Operating an Option Hard Disk By installing the option hard disk into the printer, the e-MPS function can be used. The printer’s menu selection system al- lows you to perform the following operations on the hard disk.
  • Page 54 Waiting. Check that the message display has changed to Waiting, then press the GO key. This writes file to the hard disk and instructs the printer to automati- cally print out a hard disk write information page as shown below.
  • Page 55 See Data Names on page 3-34 Deleting Data It is possible to use the printer to delete data from a hard disk one by one. To delete data from a hard disk, proceed as fol- lows.

  • Page 56: Operating The Ram Disk

    If you attempt to set the RAM disk size beyond this re- striction, the printer automatically rounds it down so that the size is always 24 MB less than the total printer memory. Once the RAM disk size is set, the printer must be reset.
  • Page 57 Check that the message display has changed to Waiting, then press the GO key. This writes the file to the RAM disk and instructs the printer to auto- matically print out a RAM disk write information page as shown below.

  • Page 58: Operating A Memory Card

    See Data Names on page 3-34 Deleting Data It is possible to use the printer to delete data from a RAM disk one by one. To delete data from a RAM disk, proceed as fol- lows.
  • Page 59 Reading Font Data If a memory card with the font data is already inserted into the slot when the printer is turned on, the fonts are automat- ically read into the printer. To re-read fonts into the printer from a memory card, proceed as follows.
  • Page 60 See Data Names on page 3-40 Deleting Data It is possible to use the printer to delete data from a memory card one by one. To delete data from a memory card, proceed as follows. Check that the memory card contains data.
  • Page 61 3-40 Printing a List of Data Names The printer prints a list of all data names (referred to as par- titions) stored in a memory card for reference. (Printing a list is also available for a font card.) To print a list of data names for the memory card, proceed as follows.

  • Page 62: Paper Handling

    (This is the factory setting.) First Mode (Automatic Manual Feeding) The printer automatically feeds any paper placed on the MP tray even if another paper source is selected. After all paper in the MP tray is printed, paper will be fed from the paper source originally selected.
  • Page 63 Setting the MP Tray Type You can automatically select the paper cassette according to the selection made by the application (printer driver). The factory default setting is Plain. For more details about the paper types that can be fed from...
  • Page 64 Setting the Cassette Paper Type Make this setting to match the paper type fed from the paper cassette of the printer. If the paper type is set correctly, you can perform printing using the media type selection function from the application (printer driver). The factory default set- ting is Plain.
  • Page 65 You can select from which paper source printing will be per- formed. If no option units are installed, the only selections are the paper cassette and MP tray of the printer. If option paper feeders are installed, they can also be selected.

  • Page 66: Stack Select

    Press the MENU key. The message display returns to Ready. Selecting the Output Device You can select whether printouts will be received by the printer’s top tray (face-down) or to the optional document finisher’s output tray. Press the MENU key. Press the key repeatedly until Paper Handling >...
  • Page 67 Customizing Paper Type The following describes the procedure used to set a user-de- fined paper type for the printer. Eight custom user settings may be registered. After having been set, any of these may be called up when setting the paper type for a paper source.
  • Page 68 Press the ENTER key. A blinking question mark (?) appears. >Type Adjust > ? Custom 1 Press the key to display the desired paper type. The display changes as shown below. Custom (1 to 8) Plain Transparency Preprinted Labels Bond Recycled Vellum Rough...

  • Page 69: Other Modes

    Resetting the Remaining Toner Counter If the toner container was replaced when Replace toner Clean Printer was not displayed, reset the toner counter as follows so that an accurate toner gauge measurement is indicated on the status page. Note that if this operation is performed when the toner container is not replaced, the ton- er gauge measurement will not be indicated correctly.
  • Page 70 Ready. Automatic Form Feed Timeout Setting When the printer receives no data for a certain time, it times out and releases the current interface: it prints whatever data it has in its buffer and feeds out the page. You can ad- just the time-out time as follows: Press the MENU key.

  • Page 71: Sleep Timer

    Press the MENU key. The message display returns to Ready. Received Data Dumping It is possible to print data received by the printer as hexadec- imal code for the purposes of debugging programs and files. Press the MENU key. Press the key repeatedly until Others >...

  • Page 72: Printer Reset

    Send data to be dumped to the printer. The message Processing will be displayed while receiving the data. Once the dumped data you require has been printed, it is possible to cancel the printing of any further dumped data by taking the printer offline by pressing the GO key and then pressing the CANCEL key.

  • Page 73: Auto Continue

    Chad box full Press GO If one of the above errors is caused by someone on a network where the printer is being shared, for example, data sent from another person will be printed after a preset amount of time.
  • Page 74 Ready. Finishing These settings are possible only when the optional finisher is installed on the printer. Duplex Printing Error Detection Setting This setting controls whether or not the message Duplex disabled Press GO appears when label or some other type of paper that is not supported for duplex printing is specified as the paper type when duplex printing is being performed.
  • Page 75 Print Status Page menus. Printing the Service Status Page The service status page contains printer settings information that is more detailed than the standard status page and is therefore for mostly service purposes. To print a service sta- tus page, proceed as follows;...

  • Page 76: Status Page

    Press the ENTER key. The message display indicates Processing and printing starts. NETWORK STATUS PAGE Figure 3-22 NOTE The network interface status page will be printed after the printer service status page. Chapter 3 Using the Operator Panel FS-9520DN Page 1 of 4 3-55...

  • Page 77: Chapter 4 Troubleshooting

    Chapter 4 This chapter explains how to handle printer problems that may occur. If a problem cannot be corrected, contact your Kyocera Mita dealer. This chapter explains the following topics: • General Guide • Print Quality Problems • Indicators and Messages •...

  • Page 78: Print Quality Problems

    As the following table shows, there are many possible causes of print quality problems, such as blank output. The troubleshooting procedure for each type of problem is explained below. If you still cannot solve the problem, contact your Kyocera Mita dealer.
  • Page 79 See • Make sure the paper type setting is correct. See Clean the charger wire. Open the printer front cover. Pull the cleaning knob slowly in and out Toner Container Replacement on page 5-1 a few times. See Refresh drum.

  • Page 80: Indicators

    Table 4-3 3.2 Maintenance Messages The following table lists maintenance messages that you can deal with by yourself. If Call service person appears, turn off the printer, disconnect the power cord, and contact your Kyocera Mita dealer. Message Corrective Action The paper has run out.
  • Page 81 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Message Corrective Action Close the printer left cover. If left cover of the option paper feeder is open, 2 or 3 is displayed. Close left cover 1 (-3) Close the reverse adapter cover of the option document finisher.

  • Page 82: Error Messages

    The top tray has become full (approx. 500 pages). You must remove all printed pages from the top Top tray tray. When the printer senses that the top tray is empty again, it will continue printing into the paper full top tray.
  • Page 83 04: The capacity of the memory card is insufficient. Clean up files. 06: No memory for use by memory card. Expand printer memory. The data transferred to the printer was too complex to print on a page. Press the GO key to resume Print overrun printing.

  • Page 84: Correcting A Paper Jam

    Then the printer automatically warms up, goes on-line, and continues printing. Depending on the point at which the jam occurred, the printer may or may not print the jammed page. If paper jams occur frequently, try using a different type of paper, replace with paper from another ream, turn the stack of paper over, or turn the paper the other way around.

  • Page 85: Jam At The Mp Tray

    Figure 4-1 Remove the jammed paper while taking care not to tear it. If the paper has been torn, remove all the scraps from the inside the printer. Figure 4-2 Close the paper cassette. 4.2 Jam at the MP Tray Paper is jammed at the MP tray.
  • Page 86 Open left cover 1 to remove paper jammed in the MP transport tray. NOTE When removing jammed paper, be careful not to touch the printer drum. This can cause printer malfunction. Figure 4-10 Pull out the MP transport tray as far as it will go. Figure 4-11 Open the MP transport tray cover and remove any jammed paper.

  • Page 87: Jam In Left Cover 1

    4.4 Jam in Left Cover 1 CAUTION •Take care not to leave any small pieces of paper in the printer when removing paper jams as this may result in fire. •The printer’s fixing unit is extremely hot. Take sufficient care when working in this area, as there is a danger of getting burned.

  • Page 88: Paper Jam At The Option Document Finisher

    4.5 Jam in Left Cover 2 Open left cover 2. Figure 4-20 Remove the jammed paper. Figure 4-21 Close left cover 2. 4.6 Paper Jam at the Option Document Finisher Paper is jammed at the option document finisher. Remove jammed paper referring to the Document Finisher Operation Guide.

  • Page 89: Chapter 5 Maintenance

    • Be sure to clean the inside of the printer when replacing the toner container. • Use of original Kyocera Mita toner kits is highly recom- mended to prevent printer trouble and ensure the long life of the printer.
  • Page 90 Figure 5-6 Chapter 5 Maintenance Grasp the handle on the toner container and insert the toner container along the rail of the printer. Figure 5-7 When inserting, be sure that the gear side of the toner container faces the printer. Leave the front cover open to allow insertion of the waste toner box.
  • Page 91 Figure 5-15 When the grid is clean, remove the grid cleaner from the printer and dispose of it. The grid cleaner is not re-usable. Fit the new waste toner box to the printer. Figure 5-16...
  • Page 92 Remove the blue colored cleaning brush. Figure 5-17 Pull up the lock lever on the left side of the printer, and open the left cover 1. Figure 5-18 Clean the separator by moving the cleaning brush from left to right along with the separator.

  • Page 93: Chapter 6 Fonts

    Fonts This appendix explains the types of fonts you can use with the printer. A font is a set of characters of a particular design. The design is referred to as a typeface. Several characteristics identify a font. These include the code set (For details on the code sets,...
  • Page 94 Chapter 6 Fonts I PCL (Scalable and Bitmap) Fonts...
  • Page 95 Chapter 6 Fonts I KPDL Fonts (1)
  • Page 96 Chapter 6 Fonts I KPDL Fonts (2)
  • Page 97 Also this appendix explains how to remove the main circuit board and then how to install a DIMM (Dual In-line Memory Module) on the main circuit board. Expanded printer memory enables you to print more complex pages, download more fonts, and define more macros.

  • Page 98: Appendix A Option Units

    This is a microchip card that may contain option fonts, macros, and forms. Insert the memory card into the memory card slot located on the right of the printer. See your dealer for purchasing information regarding the memory Cards that are best suited for use with this printer.

  • Page 99: Df-71/73/75 Document Finishers

    For details of installing the optional finisher in the printer, see the DF-71/73/75 Installation Guide 2.3 Network Interface The FS-9120DN/FS-9520DN have the standard Network in- terface. This printer supports the TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, Net- BEUI, and EtherTalk protocols, so the network printing under various platforms such as Windows, Macintosh, UNIX, and NetWare is available.

  • Page 100: Memory Card

    2.4 Hard Disk Insert the hard disk into its slot on the main circuit board of the printer. If a hard disk unit is installed in the printer, re- ceived data can be rasterized and stored on this hard disk.

  • Page 101: Notes On Handling The Main Circuit Board And Dimm

    The expansion memory should be installed only by a Kyocera Mita authorized dealer or Kyocera Mita certified technician. Kyocera Mita shall not be liable for damage due to improper installation of the expansion memory. The following instructions are intended for the technician only.

  • Page 102: Removing Dimm

    Press the ENTER key twice. If the installation was successful, the amount of memory shown on the status page will correspond with the amount of expanded memory. (The factory installed memory size is 32 MB for FS-9120DN, 64 MB for FS-9520DN.)

  • Page 103: Appendix B Host Computer Interface

    Appendix B This appendix explains the signals used in the printer’s paral- lel, USB, and serial (option) interfaces. It also lists pin assign- ments, signal functions, timings, connector specifications, and voltage levels. For details on the network interface, refer to the IB-21E/IB-22 User’s Manual contained on the CD-ROM that is...

  • Page 104: Interface Signals

    It goes low when the GO key is pressed to set the printer offline. +5 V DC (Pin 18) This line is connected to the printer’s +5 V DC line (+5 V ±0.5 V, maximum 400 mA [Serial and Parallel total], fused). Error* [nFault] (Pin 32) When the high-speed parallel line control is on (FRPO O2=2), this line returns error status.

  • Page 105: Rs-232C Protocol

    4. RS-232C Protocol A protocol is a set of rules the computer follows in sending data to the printer. They are indicated on the status page. Pa- rameters can be changed from the operator panel. See Changing Serial Interface Modes on page 3-19 ters and their identification codes are given below.

  • Page 106: Prescribe Frpo D0 Command

    Attach the plastic cover back on. 5.2 Connecting the Printer to the Computer Error Check that the power of both the printer and the computer is resolved switched off. D0=1 Discharge yourself of static electricity by touching a metal object such as a doorknob.

  • Page 107: Setting The Rs-232C Parameters

    Set the computer to the same parameters as the printer. On many computers this can be done by set- ting DIP switches before the power is turned on. An- other method is as follows: 5.3 Setting the RS-232C Parameters...
  • Page 108 The Properties sheet is displayed for the selected COM port. Click on the Port Settings tab and set the port properties. Figure B-4 After setting the properties, click the OK button. I I I I DOS Enter the following commands: C:\>MODE COM1:96,N,8,1,P C:\>MODE LPT1:=COM1 To test the interface, enter the following:...

  • Page 109: Appendix C Specifications

    A4/Letter: 36 (29) pages/minutes : 20 (18) pages/minutes : 20 (18) pages/minutes Fast 1200 mode 600 dpi with KIR (Kyocera Image Refinement) 300 dpi with KIR (Kyocera Image Refinement) Approx. 7 seconds or less (During printing) Approx. 32 seconds (During sleep mode) Approx.25 seconds or less (from power on/...
  • Page 110 Weight Table C-1 (Continued) Description FS-9120DN Cassette : A5 to A3/Ledger size universal cassette. Holds 500 sheets of thickness 0.11 mm MP tray : 88 × 148 mm (3-1/2 × 5-13/16") to 297 × 450 mm (11-11/16 × 17-3/4") (See page 2-2 ).

  • Page 111: Glossary

    32 MB, 64 MB, 128 MB, and 256 MB DIMM (Dual Inline Memory Module). See your Kyocera Mita dealer to purchase the DIMM that is best suited for use with this printer.
  • Page 112 The printer driver makes it possible for you to print data cre- ated using application software. The printer driver for the printer is on the Kyocera Mita Software Library CD-ROM supplied with the printer. Install the printer driver on the computer connected to the printer.

  • Page 113: Index

    Index Access code 3-14 Adhesive label 2-4 Alarm (buzzer) setting 3-51 Amorphous silicon drum C-1 Auto continue 3-52 Automatic manual feeding 3-41 Binding 3-44 Cassette paper size 3-42 Charger unit 1-2, 4-2, 5-3 Cleaning brush 1-2, 5-4 Cleaning knob 1-2, 5-3 Code job 3-15 Permanent code jobs 3-18 Temporary code jobs 3-17...
  • Page 114 Plastic bag 5-1, 5-2 Preprinted paper 2-4, 2-5 PRESCRIBE 4-3, B-4 Print density 3-32, 4-3 Print quality 3-31, 4-2 Printer driver 3-12, Glossary-2 Protocol 3-20, B-3 Punch unit 4-4 RAM disk 3-35, 4-7, Glossary-2 Recycled paper 2-5 Reduced print 3-28...
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