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Ricoh Aficio AP4500 Operating Instructions Manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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For safety, please follow the instructions in this manual.

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Read this manual carefully before you use this product and keep it handy for future reference. For safety, please follow the instructions in this manual.
  • Page 2 Phone: +34-(0)93-295-7600 Italy RICOH ITALIA SpA Via della Metallurgia 12, 37139 Verona Phone: +39-(0)45-8181500 Hong Kong RICOH HONG KONG LTD. 23/F., China Overseas Building, 139, Hennessy Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong Phone: +852-2862-2888 Singapore RICOH ASIA PACIFIC PTE.LTD. 260 Orchard Road,...
  • Page 3 Two kinds of size notation are employed in this manual. With this machine refer to the inch version. Ricoh shall not be responsible for any damage or expense that might result from the use of parts other than genuine Ricoh parts in your Ricoh office product.
  • Page 4 Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. 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 © 1999 Ricoh Co., Ltd.
  • Page 5 Note The names of the applications do not appear in the following pages. Confirm which applications you will be using before reading this manual. Descriptions in this manual PRINTER MANAGER FOR ADMINISTRATOR PRINTER MANAGER FOR CLIENT Consumables: Toner SLP45/P7045 Toner...
  • Page 6 2. STP with ferrite core must be used for RF interference suppression. Declaration of Conformity Product Name: Printer Model Number: G035–15 Responsible party: Ricoh Corporation Address: 5 Dedrick Place, West Caldwell, NJ 07006 Telephone number: 973-882-2000 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 7 Trademarks ® ® Microsoft , Windows , and MS-DOS Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. ® PostScript is a registered trademark of Adobe Systems, Incorporated. ® is a registered trademark of Hewlett-Packard Company. AppleTalk, Apple, Macintosh, TrueType, LaserWriter are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Incorporated.

  • Page 8: Safety Information

    Safety Information When using your equipment, the following safety precautions should always be followed. Safety During Operation In this manual, the following important symbols are used: R WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed, could result in death or serious injury. R CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed, may result in minor or moderate injury or damage to...
  • Page 9 R WARNING: • Connect the power cord directly into a wall outlet and never use an ex- tension cord. • Disconnect the power plug (by pulling the plug, not the cable) if the power cable or plug becomes frayed or damaged. •...
  • Page 10 R CAUTION: • Protect the equipment from dampness or wet weather, such as rain, snow, and so on. • Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before you move the equipment. While moving the equipment, you should take care that the power cord will not be damaged under the equipment.

  • Page 11: Energy Star Program

    Low-power mode. Low-power mode (Energy Saver mode) This printer automatically lowers its power consumption 1 hour after the last operation has been completed. To exit Low-power (Energy Saver) mode, press any key on the operation panel. To change the setting of the Energy Sav- er mode, see P.129 “Using the Operation Panel”.
  • Page 12 Manuals for Your Printer Manuals for Your Printer There are three manuals that come with this printer. To enhance safe and efficient operation of your printer, all users should read and follow the instructions contained in the following manuals. Quick Installation Guide Describes the procedures for installing your printer.

  • Page 13: How To Read This Manual

    How to Read this Manual Symbols In this manual, the following symbols are used: R WARNING: This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed, could result in death or serious injury. R CAUTION: This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed, may result in minor or moderate injury or damage to property.

  • Page 14: Table Of Contents

    Installing the Paper Bank PS430... 16 3. Configuring the Printer for the Network Setting Up the IP Parameters ... 20 Configuring the Printer for the Network with the Operation Panel ... 20 Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)... 22 Getting Ready for Software Installation ... 23 Configuration Programs ...
  • Page 15 Windows 95/98 - Installing the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver ... 51 Windows 3.1x - Installing the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver ... 52 Windows NT 4.0 - Installing the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver ... 53 Uninstalling the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver ... 56 Windows 95/98 - Uninstalling the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver...
  • Page 16 Windows NT 4.0 - Canceling a Print Job ... 83 Macintosh - Canceling a Print Job ... 84 8. Paper and Other Media Paper and Other Media Supported by Your Printer ... 85 Paper Types and Sizes ... 85 Precautions for Paper ... 89 Printable Area ...
  • Page 17 Using the Proof Print ... 147 Interpreting the Configuration Page ... 149 11.Appendix Stapling Position and Punch Position... 151 Memory Capacity and Paper Size ... 152 Moving and Transporting the Printer ... 153 Specifications ... 154 Mainframe ... 154 Options... 157 INDEX... 162...

  • Page 19: Getting Started

    Printer Features This printer is designed especially for office work groups. It can be used for net- work environments and allows you to handle documents efficiently. High Performance The new 45 print per minute (ppm) engine with PowerPC 603 100 MHz pro- cessor and built-in 1.7 GB hard disk drive (HDD) reduces waiting time for...
  • Page 20 Getting Started Major Specifications Continuous Printing Speed Engine Resolution Printer Languages Paper Input Capacity Paper Output Capacity Memory Interface Options 45 ppm (A4K, 8 ” 11”K, simplex) 36 ppm (A4K, 8 ” 11”K, duplex) 300 dpi, 400 dpi, 600 dpi...

  • Page 21: Printer Drivers For Your Printer

    CD-ROM that comes with this printer. We recommend the PCL 6 as your first choice. However, some of your applications might require installation of the PCL 5e printer driver. In this case, you can install PCL 5e in addition to the PCL 6.

  • Page 22: Guide To The Printer

    Remove this board when installing some options. Network Cable Connector Plug the network cable, which connects the printer to the network, into this sock- Parallel Interface Connector Plug the parallel cable that connects the printer to your computer into this con- nector.

  • Page 23: Exterior: Rear View

    Holds up to 50 sheets of plain paper. (80 , 20 lb) Upper Vertical Paper Feed Cover Open this cover when accessing the in- side of the printer. If you install the optional Large Capacity Tray RT36, remove this cover. Lower Vertical Paper Feed Cover Open this cover when accessing the in- side of the printer.

  • Page 24: Interior

    Turn up the handle when replacing the toner. Toner Holder Slide this out when replacing the toner. Development Unit When “Change Maint.Kit” appears on the panel display, replace this unit. Right Cover Open this cover when accessing the in- side of the printer. TAPH191E...

  • Page 25: Operation Panel

    P.99 “Error & Sta- tus Messages on the Operation Panel” On Line indicator Tells you whether the printer is online or offline. Stays on while the printer is online (a state in which the printer can receive data from the computer).

  • Page 26: Keys

    {Form Feed} key When the printer is offline, press this key to print out all the data left in the printer's input buffer. {Menu} key Press this key to make and check the cur- rent printer settings.

  • Page 27: Guides

    Raise the end fence. If either side of paper is curled, or if you print onto the thin paper Raise the left end of the guide until it clicks. 17"L size paper, or thin paper. TAPY510E TAPX070E TAPY520E Guide to the Printer...
  • Page 28 Getting Started If the leading edge of paper is curled Remove the guide. Reinstall the guide in the opposite direction as shown in the illustration. Note If you use the guides, output capacity is reduced. TAPX060E TAPY530E TAPY540E...

  • Page 29: Installing Options

    R CAUTION: • Before installing options, the machine should be turned off and unplugged for at least thirty minutes. Components inside the machine become very hot, and can cause a burn injury if touched. • Before moving the machine, unplug the power cord from the outlet. If the cord is unplugged abruptly, it could become damaged.

  • Page 30: Available Options

    Installing Options Available Options The following options can be installed to your printer. Exterior Paper Bank PS430 P.16 “Installing the Paper Bank PS430” Large Capacity Tray RT36 If you want to install the Large Capac- ity Tray RT36, contact your sales or service representative.

  • Page 31: How To Use The Screwdriver

    Interior 1. 2 Extended RAM Module Install the memory unit into the slots in the printer board. P.14 “Install- ing the Memory Unit” Note When you install several different options, be sure to install the paper bank PS430 first. How to Use the Screwdriver The screwdriver (A) is in the standard paper tray (Tray 1).

  • Page 32: Installing The Memory Unit

    This printer has two slots for SIMMs. The memory unit using 64 bit chips is not available. Be sure to turn off the printer. Pull out the first paper tray (Tray 1) and take the screwdriver (A) from the tray. Each of the screws that are to be removed requires this screwdriver.
  • Page 33 (A). Then, move it upward until it clicks into place (B). Align the printer board with the top and bottom rails in the print- er, and then insert the printer board slowly until it clicks into place.

  • Page 34: Installing The Paper Bank Ps430

    • When lifting the machine, use the grips on both sides. The ma- chine could break or cause an in- jury if dropped. Confirm that the printer is turned off, and pull the plug out of the wall outlet. Remove the tape that holds the paper bank, and remove the pack- ing material.
  • Page 35 Hold the front side grips, and hold the inset grips on the rear side. The printer should be held by at least two people. Installing the Paper Bank PS430 Push the grips into the printer.
  • Page 36 Installing Options Lock the paper bank and the printer with the screw. Replace the second paper tray (Tray 2) into the printer. Open the lower vertical paper feed cover on the right side of the paper bank (A). Hang the lock...

  • Page 37: Configuring The Printer For The Network

    The actual procedures may differ depending on your network environment. Use the appropriate procedures for your network environment. If you use TCP/IP protocol to print, the printer must also be configured to use TCP/IP protocol. Follow the instructions in "Setting Up the IP Parameters" sec- tion of this manual to configure your printer to use TCP/IP protocol.

  • Page 38: Setting Up The Ip Parameters

    Configuring the Printer for the Network Setting Up the IP Parameters Configuring the Printer for the Network with the Operation Panel This section describes instructions on configuring the printer for the net- work using the printer's operation panel. You can also set up the IP Pa- rameters using the NIB Setup Tool.

  • Page 39: Network Setup

    If you press {Escape} when Byte 1 is on the panel display, the new IP address is canceled and you return to the previous panel display. Repeat steps H and I to set the rest of the IP address. After setting Byte 4, the new IP Ad- dress is displayed on the panel dis- play for 2 seconds.

  • Page 40: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (Dhcp)

    Configuring the Printer for the Network Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) The Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) provides a mechanism for delivering IP configuration parameters, including the IP address, Subnet mask and default gateway, to devices (hosts) on an IP network. A DHCP server man- ages the pool of available IP addresses and grants device requests for an IP ad- dress.

  • Page 41: Getting Ready For Software Installation

    Getting Ready for Software Installation This printer comes with two CD-ROMs. One is "Print Server Software and Doc- umentation", and the other is "Printer Drivers and Utilities". These CD-ROMs contain support programs for the installation and configuration of Network In- terface Board.

  • Page 42: Installing The Nib Setup Tool

    You should install the PRINTER MANAGER FOR ADMINISTRATOR on your computer. If you install the PRINTER MANAGER FOR ADMINISTRA- TOR from a file server or run it via the network, the PRINTER MANAGER FOR ADMINISTRATOR might not work correctly. Be sure to close all applications before starting the installation procedure.
  • Page 43 The Software License Agreement appears. After reading through all of the contents by clicking [PageDown], click [Yes] to agree with the License Agreement. Select a folder to install it in, and then click [Next >]. If you would like to change the displayed folder, click [Browse] to select an- other one.

  • Page 44: Windows 95/98 Configuration

    (other than the printer driver) to be installed on each PC. If you use the printer in a network where servers are present, select either peer- to-peer printing or the server based print service.
  • Page 45 Click [CD ROM Contents]. The “Introduction” page appears. Click [Installation/Configuration Programs]. The “Configuration Programs” page appears. Click [Windows 95/98 & NT 4.x IP Peer-to-Peer Printing]. The “Windows 95/98 and NT 4.x IP Peer-to-Peer Printing” page appears. This page describes the functions of this utility. At the bottom of the page, click the blue word [here] to begin installing.
  • Page 46 Configuring the Printer for the Network -For manual installation Follow these steps to install the software on your operating system (Windows 95/98). Insert the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. Close all the applications that are currently running. Click [Start] on the task bar, and click [Run].
  • Page 47 The peer-to-peer printing software should be installed on each Windows 95/98 PC that will use peer-to-peer printing services. Install the printer drivers. If the printer drivers have already been installed, you can proceed to the next step. Important If you use IPX Peer-to-Peer printing, confirm that the printer power is turned on before continuing the following steps.
  • Page 48 • If you use IP Peer-to-Peer printing, select the IP address of the printer. If you do not find the IP address of the printer, the printer is not in your local subnet. Then you need to configure IP Peer-to-Peer port manually as de- scribed in the “Owner's Manual”...

  • Page 49: Windows Nt 4.0 Configuration

    Server based print services offer centralized printing management and spooling and do not require software (other than the printer driver) to be installed on each PC. Reference For information on setting IP parameters, see P.20 “Configuring the Printer for the Network with the Operation Panel”.
  • Page 50 TCP/IP protocol is installed, if not, install it before starting the following proce- dure. Follow these steps to install IP Peer-to-Peer. Important Confirm that the printer power is turned on before starting the following pro- cedure. Insert the CD-ROM labeled “Print Server Software and Documentation” in the CD-ROM drive.
  • Page 51 The [Printer Installation] dialog box appears. From the [Port] list, select the IP address of the printer you want to set up, and click [Next >]. Follow the instructions on the screen to finish the installation of the printer driver.

  • Page 52: Setting Up Lpr Printing

    In the [Name or address of server providing lpd:] field, type the IP address of the Network Interface Board (that was assigned with the operation panel). In the [Name of printer or print queue on that server:] field, type “PORT1” (quo- tation marks are not included) in capital letters and click [OK].
  • Page 53 The Network Interface Board IP address is now displayed and currently se- lected on the list of ports. If the printer is to be shared, click the [Sharing] tab, select Shared and type the Share name. Click [OK] when finished.

  • Page 54: Netware Configuration

    Configuring the Printer for the Network NetWare Configuration Quick Setup Using the NIB Setup Tool Wizard Using the NIB Setup Tool, you can easily set up a NetWare printing environ- ment. Reference For more information on setting up the NIB Setup Tool, see P.24 “Installing the NIB Setup Tool”.
  • Page 55 “NET.DS”. Click [Next >]. Type the name of the printer into the [Printer Name] box, and the name of the print queue into the [Print Queue Name] box. The factory default for Printer Name is “Print Server Name” followed by “_1”...

  • Page 56: Netware 3.X - Advanced Settings

    After a confirmation dialog box appears, select [Quit] and click [Finish] to exit the NIB Setup Tool. NetWare 3.x - Advanced Settings This section describes how to configure your printer to use as a print server in the NetWare 3.x environment. Basic Procedure...
  • Page 57 Setting Up as Print Server Log in to the file server as a Supervisor or a Supervisor equivalent. Run the NIB Setup Tool. Reference P.25 “Running the NIB Setup Tool” Click [Property Sheet] and click [OK]. The [Browse] dialog box of the Network Interface Board appears. Click [IPX protocol].
  • Page 58 E Select the printer which is indicated as “Not Installed”. F If you change the name of the printer, type a new name. A name "Printer x" is assigned to the printer. “x” stands for the number of the selected printer.

  • Page 59: Netware 4.X - Advanced Settings

    If the printer works as configured, the name of the print server appears as an attached user. NetWare 4.x - Advanced Settings This section describes how to configure your printer to use as a print server in the NetWare 4.x environment. Basic Procedure...
  • Page 60 Configuring the Printer for the Network Setting Up as Print Server Important You can set up the print server using the NDS or Bindery mode in NetWare 4.x. The following procedure is for setting up the print server using the NDS mode in NetWare 4.1.
  • Page 61 A Select the container object the printer is located in, and click [Create] on the [Object] menu. B In the [Class of new object] box, click “Printer” to highlight it, and click [OK]. C In the [Printer name] box, type the name of the printer.

  • Page 62: Setting Up A Client Computer

    Assign the printer to the created print server as follows. A Click [Assignments], and click [Add] in the [Assignments] group. B In the [Available objects] box, click the printer created in step M to high- light it, and click [OK].
  • Page 63 Click the queue you want to print to highlight it, and click [OK]. Click [OK]. In the [Print to the following port] box, a network path to the printer appears. Click [OK] to close the printer's property, and again, open it.
  • Page 64 This section assumes that the client software released from Novell is installed on the client computer. Install the printer driver of the printer you want to use as “Local printer”. Reference For more information on installing the printer driver, see P.51 “Installing the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver”...
  • Page 65 If the setup menu starts automatically, you can proceed to the next step. If not, see P.51 “Installing the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver” and P.59 “Installing the Post- Script Printer Driver” to start the installation and then proceed to the next step. The [Printer Installation] dialog box appears.

  • Page 66: Macintosh Configuration

    Mac OS. If you are not using Mac OS 8, see the manual that comes with your version of the Mac OS for more information. Reference For information on configuring a network printer in a Macintosh EtherTalk environment, see “PostScript 3 Operating Instructions Supplement” included in the CD-ROM labeled “Printer Drivers and Utilities”.

  • Page 67: Unix Configuration

    UNIX Configuration UNIX Configuration UNIX printing utilizes a line printer daemon (lpd) to direct jobs to the printer. With printer-based lpd, the Network Interface Board acts as the line printer dae- mon host and accepts print jobs directly. TCP/IP configuration of the Network Interface Board is needed for all versions of UNIX.
  • Page 68 Configuring the Printer for the Network...

  • Page 69: Installing The Pcl 6/5E Printer Driver

    This section describes instructions for installing the printer driver. The actual procedure differs somewhat depending on your operating system. This printer comes with two kinds of PCL printer drivers. One is PCL 6, and the other is PCL 5e. Generally, we recommend PCL 6 as your first choice, for it provides better WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get) and higher speed than PCL 5e.

  • Page 70: Windows 3.1X - Installing The Pcl 6/5E Printer Driver

    You cannot access the Printer Properties from an application. Click [Start], point to [Settings], and then click [Printers]. The [Printers] window appears. Select the icon of the printer you want to use by clicking it. On the [File] menu, click [Properties]. Click the [Accessories] tab.

  • Page 71: Windows Nt 4.0 - Installing The Pcl 6/5E Printer Driver

    From the [Main] group of [Program Manager], open [Control Panel] by double- clicking it. Double-click the [Printers] icon. In the [Installed Printers:] list box, click the name of the printer you want to set up. Click [Setup]. Click [Accessories] tab. The [Options] group appears.
  • Page 72 • PCL 6 \PCL6\WIN31_95\(language)\DISK1 Important Be sure to select the same printer language and printer model as used in the version of Windows NT 4.0 you have installed. After installing the Windows 95/98 printer driver, open the Printer Proper- ties and confirm that the Windows 95/98 driver has been installed as an Al-...
  • Page 73 You cannot access the Printer Properties from an application. Click [Start], point to [Settings], and then click [Printers]. The [Printers] window appears. Select the icon of the printer you want to use by clicking it. On the [File] menu, click [Properties]. Click the [Accessories] tab.

  • Page 74: Uninstalling The Pcl 6/5E Printer Driver

    Installing the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver Uninstalling the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver This section describes instructions for uninstalling the printer driver. The actual procedure differs somewhat depending on your operating system. Follow the appropriate one of the following procedures. Windows 95/98 - Uninstalling the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver Close all the applications that are currently running.

  • Page 75: Windows Nt 4.0 - Uninstalling The Pcl 6/5E Printer Driver

    Full Control permission by default. Close all the applications that are currently running. Insert the CD-ROM labeled “Printer Drivers and Utilities” in the CD-ROM drive. If the setup menu starts automatically, follow the instructions on the screen.
  • Page 76 Installing the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver...

  • Page 77: Installing The Postscript Printer Driver

    5. Installing the PostScript Installing the PostScript Printer Driver Printing requires installation of a printer driver for your operating system. This section describes instructions for installing the printer driver. The actual procedure differs somewhat depending on your operating system. Follow the appropriate one of the following procedures.

  • Page 78: Windows 3.1X - Installing The Postscript Printer Driver

    Click [Start], point to [Settings], and then click [Printers]. The [Printers] window appears. Select the icon of the printer you want to use by clicking it. On the [File] menu, click [Properties]. Click the [Device Options] tab. The [Installable options] group appears.

  • Page 79: Windows Nt 4.0 - Installing The Postscript Printer Driver

    From the [Main] group of [Program Manager], open [Control Panel] by double- clicking it. Double-click the [Printers] icon. In the [Installed Printers:] list box, click the name of the printer you want to set up. Click [Setup]. Click the [Features] tab.
  • Page 80 Click [Start], point to [Settings], and then click [Printers]. The [Printers] window appears. Select the icon of the printer you want to use by clicking it. On the [File] menu, click [Properties]. Click the [Device Settings] tab. Use the [Installable Options] group to specify the options.

  • Page 81: Using The Adobe Pagemaker Version 6.0 Or 6.5

    Macintosh - Installing the PostScript Printer Driver Installing the Printer Driver It is necessary to install a printer driver and a PPD file to print from a Macintosh. Follow these steps to install a printer driver and a PPD file into a Macintosh us- ing a system 7.1 or later operating system.
  • Page 82 Select the printer you want to use by clicking it, and then click [Select]. The PPD file is set up, and the Adobe PS icon appears at the left of the printer name in the list. Next, use the procedure on P.64 “Setting up options” to make the option settings, or close the [Chooser] dialog box.
  • Page 83 If the option you want to set up is not displayed, the PPD file might not be set up correctly. Check the name of the PPD file shown in the dialog box. Click [OK]. The list of options closes. Click [OK]. The [Chooser] dialog box appears. Close the [Chooser] dialog box. Installing the PostScript Printer Driver...

  • Page 84: Uninstalling The Postscript Printer Driver

    Installing the PostScript Printer Driver Uninstalling the PostScript Printer Driver This section describes instructions for uninstalling the printer driver. The actual procedure differs somewhat depending on your operating system. Follow the appropriate one of the following procedures. Windows 95/98 - Uninstalling the PostScript Printer Driver Click [Start] on the task bar.

  • Page 85: Macintosh - Uninstalling The Postscript Printer Driver

    On the [File] menu, click [Delete]. A confirmation dialog box appears. Click [Yes] to delete the printer driver. Macintosh - Uninstalling the PostScript Printer Driver Open [System folder] and double-click [Extensions]. Drag the “Adobe PS” file to [Trash]. Uninstalling the PostScript Printer Driver...
  • Page 86 Installing the PostScript Printer Driver...

  • Page 87: Installing The Font Manager

    Windows 95/98/NT 4.0 - Installing the Font Manager Close all the applications that are currently running. Insert the CD-ROM labeled “Printer Drivers and Utilities” in the CD-ROM drive. If the setup menu starts automatically, follow the instructions on the screen.
  • Page 88 Installing the Font Manager In the [Run] window, click [Browse]. Select the CD-ROM drive from the [Drives] list box. Open [FONTMAN]. Open [DISK1]. Open the file titled "Setup.exe". Click [OK]. Follow the instructions on the screen.

  • Page 89: Uninstalling The Font Manager

    Uninstalling the Font Manager This section describes instructions for uninstalling the Font Manager. The actual procedure differs somewhat depending on your operating system. Follow the appropriate one of the following procedures. Windows 95/98/NT 4.0 - Uninstalling the Font Manager Click [Start] on the task bar. Point to [Settings] and click [Control Panel].
  • Page 90 Installing the Font Manager...

  • Page 91: Setting Up The Printer Driver And Canceling A Print Job

    Windows 95/98 - Accessing the Printer Properties There are two methods you can use to open the Printer Properties. Making printer default settings To make the printer default settings, first open the Printer Properties from the [Printers] window. Note With some applications, the printer driver's settings are not used, and the ap- plication's own initial default settings are applied.

  • Page 92: Windows 3.1X - Accessing The Printer Setting Dialog Box

    Setting Up The Printer Driver and Canceling a Print Job From the [Name:] list box, select the printer you want to use, and then click [Properties]. The Printer Properties appears. Set desired settings and click [OK]. Click [OK] to start your printing.

  • Page 93: Windows Nt 4.0 - Accessing The Printer Properties

    From the [Printer] group, select the printer you want to use. Note If the printer you want to use is not specified as the default printer, click [Specific Printer:] and then find the printer you want to use in the list box.
  • Page 94 Any settings you make in the following procedure are valid for the current application only. On the [File] menu, click [Print]. The [Print] dialog box appears. From the [Name:] list box, select the printer you want to use, and then click [Properties]. The Document Properties appears. Set desired settings and click [OK].

  • Page 95: Postscript - Setting Up For Printing

    Any settings you make in the following procedure are valid for the current application only. On the [File] menu, click [Print]. The [Print] dialog box appears. From the [Name:] list box, select the printer you want to use, and then click [Properties]. The Printer Properties appears. PostScript - Setting Up for Printing...

  • Page 96: Windows 3.1X - Accessing The Printer Setting Dialog Box

    From [Program Manager], open the [Main] group Double-click [Control Panel]. Double-click the [Printers] icon. In the [Installed Printers] list box, click the name of the printer you want to set Click [Setup]. Set desired settings and click [OK]. Click [Close] to close the [Printers] dialog box.

  • Page 97: Windows Nt 4.0 - Accessing The Printer Properties

    From the [Printer] group, select the printer you want to use. Note If the printer you want to use is not specified as the default printer, click [Specific Printer:] and then find the printer you want to use in the list box.
  • Page 98 Any settings you make in the following procedure are valid for the current application only. On the [File] menu, click [Print]. The [Print] dialog box appears. From the [Name] list box, select the printer you want to use, and then click [Properties]. The Document Properties appears. Set desired settings and click [OK].

  • Page 99: Macintosh - Setting Up For Printing

    [Adobe PS Page Setup] appears. Confirm that the printer you want to use is shown in [Format for:]. Note If your printer is now shown in the [Format for:] box, use the pop-up menu to display a list of available printers. Reference The actual appearance of the Page Setup depends on the application you are using.

  • Page 100: Canceling A Print Job

    Note You cannot stop printing data that has already been processed internally by the printer. Because of this, printing might continue for a few pages af- ter you press {Job Reset}. A print job that contains a large volume of data might take considerable time to stop.

  • Page 101: Windows Nt 4.0 - Canceling A Print Job

    Note You cannot stop printing data that has already been processed internally by the printer. Because of this, printing might continue for a few pages af- ter you press {Job Reset}. A print job that contains a large volume of data might take considerable time to stop.

  • Page 102: Macintosh - Canceling A Print Job

    Note You cannot stop printing data that has already been processed internally by the printer. Because of this, printing might continue for a few pages af- ter you press {Job Reset}. A print job that contains a large volume of data might take considerable time to stop.

  • Page 103: Paper And Other Media

    Paper Types and Sizes This section describes the type, size, feed direction, and maximum capacity of paper that can be loaded into each paper tray in this printer. Important Be sure to set the paper size dial to match the actual paper size loaded in the tray.
  • Page 104 Paper and Other Media Paper Sizes (Metric version) B4 JIS B5 JIS Double Letter (DLT, 11" 17") Legal (LG, 8 " 14") Letter (LT, 8 " 11") Half Letter (HLT, 5 " 8 ") Executive (Exec., 7 " ") Folio (8 "...
  • Page 105 • X means that the size is not supported. Important If you want to load 8 RT36, contact your sales or service representative. Paper and Other Media Supported by Your Printer " 11"K size paper into the Large Capacity Tray...
  • Page 106 Paper and Other Media Paper Sizes (Inch version) Double Letter (DLT) Legal (LG) Letter (LT) Half Letter (HLT) Executive (Exec.) B4 JIS B5 JIS Folio Foolscap F4 F/GL The size is not supported in the duplex printing. 11" 17" " 14"...

  • Page 107: Precautions For Paper

    Precautions for Paper Note the following precautions when handling or selecting paper to be used with this printer. Paper and Other Media Supported by Your Printer Supported paper Maximum number of weight sheets (plain paper)
  • Page 108 • If paper is curled or bent, correct it before loading. OHP transparencies • Load only one OHP transparency at a time onto the bypass tray. • When loading OHP transparencies onto the bypass tray, set the printer to the OHP sheet mode using the operation panel. tion Panel”...
  • Page 109 • If the print side is coated, the print quality might be reduced, as the toner might not fuse well. Paper not supported by this printer Avoid using the following types of paper that are not supported by this printer: • Paper whose weight is heavier or lighter than the limitation. Types and Sizes”...

  • Page 110: Printable Area

    Paper and Other Media Printable Area The following shows the printable area for this printer. Be sure to set the print margins correctly. : printable area Note The printable area might vary depending on paper size, printer language and printer driver settings.

  • Page 111: Loading Paper And Other Media

    Important Confirm that the setting of the pa- per size dial matches the paper size and feed direction of the paper in the tray. Otherwise, the printer might be damaged, or printing problems might occur. Reference For more information on the size and feed direction of paper that can be loaded in the tray, see P.85...

  • Page 112: Changing Paper Size Of The Paper Tray

    Paper and Other Media Slide the tray into the printer un- til it stops. Changing Paper Size of the Paper Tray Important Confirm that the setting of the pa- per size dial matches the paper size and feed direction of the paper in the tray.
  • Page 113 Remove the four screws inside of the tray you removed in step A. Re-position the side guide to hold the paper size you want to load. Lock the side guides with the four screws you removed in step D. Loading Paper and Other Media Align all four sides of the paper stack and load it into the tray.

  • Page 114: Loading Paper In The Bypass Tray

    "p". In this case, you should specify the paper size using the operation panel. P.132 “Making Printer Settings with the Operation Panel” Slide the tray into the printer gen- try until it stops. Loading Paper in the Bypass Tray Reference...

  • Page 115: Loading Paper In The Optional Large Capacity Tray

    Loading Paper and Other Media Load paper with the long-edge side of the paper pressing against the printer side. Important Confirm the top of the stack is not higher than the limit mark inside the tray.
  • Page 116 Paper and Other Media...

  • Page 117: Troubleshooting

    Lower Cover 9. Troubleshooting Comments Replace the staple refill with a new one. ples” Turn the printer power off and on. If the message appears again, contact your sales or service rep- resentative. Contact your sales or service rep- resentative.
  • Page 118 The stapler is damaged. Tray # is empty. The toner bottle is almost empty. There is a misfeed in the printer. The right cover of the du- plex unit is not open when making duplex printing on A3, B4 JIS , 11"...
  • Page 119 If you cannot solve the problem by taking the actions listed in the preceding table, turn the printer power off and then back on again. If this does not clear the error message, take a note of the contents and number of the error mes- sage and contact your sales or service representative.

  • Page 120: Printer Doesn't Print

    You should contact your sales or service repre- sentative. If you can print a test page but cannot get the printer to print when you issue a print command from your computer, it probably means there is a problem with your computer.
  • Page 121 Printer Properties. A PostScript error might occur if there is not enough mem- ory in the printer, or there are errors in the print data sent to the printer. • In some cases, increasing the memory may solve this problem.
  • Page 122 Note • Windows 95/98 Click [Start], point to [Settings], and then click [Printers]. Select the icon of the printer by clicking it. Next, on the [File] menu, click [Properties]. Click the [Details] tab. Check the [Print to the following port:] list box to confirm the correct port is selected.

  • Page 123: Other Printing Problems

    If this occurs when you move the printer from a cold room to a warmer room, don't use the printer until it gets used to the temperature. Set the paper upside down.
  • Page 124 Possible Causes, Descriptions, and Solutions Open the front cover of your printer and then close it. Be sure to close the lower vertical paper feed cover. P.108 “Removing Misfed Paper” Check the paper size settings. The size specified with the paper size dial might be different from the actual paper size.
  • Page 125 Note If the problem cannot be solved, contact your sales or service representative. Possible Causes, Descriptions, and Solutions If connections to the printer is not bi-directional, the computer doesn't recognize the installed printer op- tions. In this case specify which options you have installed using the printer driver.

  • Page 126: Removing Misfed Paper

    If paper misfeed still occurs, con- tact your sales or service represen- tative. Do not leave any torn paper scraps within the printer. When "Misfeed:A" Appears Open the bypass tray (A). And then open the duplex unit by pushing the catch upwards (B).

  • Page 127: When "Misfeed:b" Appears

    Note If the optional Large Capacity Tray RT36 is equipped with your printer, pull the lever (A) to extend the connecting unit (B). Open the upper vertical paper feed cover. Note If your printer is equipped with the optional Large Capacity Tray RT36, the upper vertical paper feed cover is removed.

  • Page 128: When "Misfeed:c" Appears

    Troubleshooting Open the right cover by pushing the catch upwards. Open the front cover. Turn the blue knob B counter- clockwise (A) and remove the misfed paper from inside of the right cover (B). Close the covers in the following order: •...

  • Page 129: When "Misfeed:d" Appears

    Open the output feeder cover of the bridge unit. Remove the misfed paper by turning the blue knob C as shown in the illustration. If you turn the blue knob C clock- wise (A) , the misfed paper comes out to the output tray (B). If you turn the blue knob C coun- terclockwise (A), remove the mis- fed paper from inside of the right...
  • Page 130 Troubleshooting Open the right cover by pushing the catch upwards. Open the front cover. Remove the misfed paper by turning the blue knob C as shown in the illustration. If you turn the blue knob C clock- wise (A) , the misfed paper comes out to the output tray (B).

  • Page 131: When "Misfeed:r" Appears

    When "Misfeed:R" Appears Finisher SR720 Remove the misfed paper from the output tray of the Finisher SR720. If you cannot remove the misfed paper in step A, open the right cover of the Finisher SR720. Remove the misfed paper. Close the right cover of the Fin- isher SR720.
  • Page 132 Troubleshooting While pushing the blue lever R1 upwards (A), remove the misfed paper (B). If you cannot remove the misfed paper in step B, remove the mis- fed paper (A) while pushing the blue lever R2 downwards in a clockwise direction (B). While pushing the blue lever R3 upwards in a clockwise direction (A), remove the misfed paper...

  • Page 133: When "Misfeed:u" Appears

    Hold the blue lever R6 and pull out the stack unit (A), then re- move the misfed paper (B). Return the stack unit to its origi- nal position (A) and close the front cover of the Finisher SR730 (B). When "Misfeed:U" Appears Open the top cover of the Large Capacity Tray RT36.

  • Page 134: When "Misfeed:y" Appears

    Slide the Large Capacity Tray RT36 forward to connect it to the printer. When "Misfeed:Y" Appears Note If your printer is equipped with the optional Large Capacity Tray RT36, pull the lever (A) to extend the connecting unit (B). TAPY170E Open the lower vertical paper feed cover.

  • Page 135: When "Misfeed:w" Appears

    When "Misfeed:W" Appears Open the front cover of the Mail- box CS360. Push the blue lever W1 down- wards to open the cover inside (A). Then remove the misfed pa- per (B). While pushing the blue lever W1 downwards, return the cover to its original position.
  • Page 136 (A), remove the misfed paper (B). Remove the misfed paper from the output tray. If your printer is equipped with both the Finisher SR730 and the Mailbox CS360, open the triangu- lar cover on the front of the Mail- box CS360.

  • Page 137: When "Misfeed:z" Appears

    When "Misfeed:Z" Appears Open the bypass tray (A). And then open the duplex unit by pushing the catch upwards (B). Open the cover Z1 to the left (A), and remove the misfed paper (B). If you cannot remove the misfed paper in step B, remove it (B) while opening the cover Z2 to the left (A).

  • Page 138: Adding Staples

    Troubleshooting Adding Staples When “Add Staple” appears on the panel display, the staples have almost run out. Follow these steps to add a new staple refill. Note After adding the staple refill, sta- ples might not be ejected for the first few times.

  • Page 139: Finisher Sr730

    Slide the cartridge in until it clicks. Slide the stack unit into the Fin- isher SR720. Finisher SR730 Open the front cover of the Fin- isher SR730 (A), and slide the stack unit out until it stops (B). Lift the staple cartridge until it clicks, then remove the cartridge gently.
  • Page 140 Troubleshooting Reinstall the cartridge, and press down on the cartridge until it clicks into place. Slide the stack unit into the Fin- isher SR730 (A), and close the cover (B). TAPY370E TAPY310E...

  • Page 141: Removing Jammed Staples

    Removing Jammed Staples If staples do not ejected properly, they might be jammed. Note Staples might be jammed because of curled paper. In this case, try turning the paper over in the tray. After removing the jammed sta- ples, staples might not be ejected for the first few times.

  • Page 142: Finisher Sr730

    Troubleshooting Finisher SR730 Open the front cover of the Fin- isher SR730 (A), and slide the stack unit out until it stops (B). Lift the staple cartridge until it clicks, then remove the cartridge gently. Press the face plate lock down to open the face plate.
  • Page 143 Removing Jammed Staples Slide the stack unit into the Fin- isher SR730 (A), and close the cover (B). TAPY310E...

  • Page 144: Removing Paper Chips

    Troubleshooting Removing Paper Chips When “Punch Chips Full” appears on the panel display, the punch waste box is full. Follow these steps to re- move paper chips. Open the front cover of the Fin- isher SR730. Pull out the punch waste box and remove the paper chips.

  • Page 145: Replacing The Toner Bottle

    Replacing the Toner Bottle R WARNING: • Do not incinerate toner (used or unused) or toner contain- ers. Toner dust is flammable and might ignite when ex- posed to an open flame. • Disposal should take place at an authorized dealer or appro- priate collection site.
  • Page 146 (A), then pull its head to- ward you (B) to lock it in place. TAPT080E Slide the toner holder into the printer until it clicks into place, and push down the green handle. TAPT040E Close the front cover. TAPT050E...

  • Page 147: 10. Using The Operation Panel

    10. Using the Operation Panel Menu Chart This section describes how to change the default settings of your printer and provides information on the parameters included in each menu. Category Proof Print P.133 “Proof Print Menu” Job Control P.134 “Job Control Menu”...
  • Page 148 P.141 “Host Interface Menu” Maintenance P.143 “Maintenance Menu” List Print P.144 “List Print Menu” Language P.146 “Language Menu” Function Menu Printer Lang. Parallel Setup I/O Timeout Bi-direction Network Setup I/O Timeout IP Address Subnet Mask Gateway Address System Reset Menu Reset...

  • Page 149: Accessing The Main Menu

    {T T }: Press to go to the next page. {U U }: Press to go back to the previous page. After making the printer's settings, be sure to return to the previous menu by pressing {Escape}. After making the printer's settings, press {On Line} to return to the ready con- dition.

  • Page 150: Making Printer Settings With The Operation Panel

    Using the Operation Panel Making Printer Settings with the Operation Panel Press {Menu}. The “Main” menu appears. Search for the desired menu with {T} or {U}. The desired menu appears. Press {Enter}. Search for the desired menu with {T} or {U}.

  • Page 151: Proof Print Menu

    Proof Print Menu There are 3 menus in the “Proof Print” menu. • Print File • Delete File • Show Error Log Reference For details on the “Proof Print”, see P.154 “Specifications”. Proof Print Parameters Proof Print Menu Description Print File Select a proof print file and print.

  • Page 152: Job Control Menu

    Default: A4 (Metric Version), 8.5x11 (Inch Version) You can specify the default tray. The tray selection speci- fied with the printer driver overrides the one specified here. In DOS printing, the tray specified here is used, when no tray is specified for a print job.
  • Page 153 "Tray Priority" menu. If you select "Auto" in the "Tray Priority" menu, the printer automatically chooses the tray having plain pa- per. If no tray has plain paper, the printer chooses the tray having recycled paper. Job Control Menu...
  • Page 154 Note Default: Plain Paper When paper runs out in the currently selected tray, you can specify whether or not the printer chooses another tray that has the same paper in size, media type and feed direction. • On • Off...
  • Page 155 Off, Left Slant, Right Slant, Lest 2, Right 2, Left Horiz., Right Horiz., Left Vert., Right Vert., Left, Right Note Default: Off The selection depends on which option is equipped with your printer. Reference P.151 “Stapling Position and Punch Position” Note Default: Off Punch is available when the optional Punch Kit Type 450 is installed with the optional Finisher SR730.
  • Page 156 • 600 dpi (PCL 5e, PCL 6, PS) • 300 dpi (PCL 5e) Note Default: 600 dpi The resolution specified with the printer driver over- rides the one specified here. You can specify the print image density. Very Light, Light, Normal, Dark, Very Dark...
  • Page 157 Default: Off Note Default: 1 hour If there is an error in your printer, the printer will not turn into the Energy Saver mode. When the printer switches to Energy Saver mode, the Power indicator turns off, the On Line indicator blinks, and “Energy Save Mode”...
  • Page 158 Font Number Point Size Font Pitch Symbol Set Description You can specify the page orientation. The tray selection specified with the printer driver over- rides the one specified here. • Portrait • Landscape Note Default: Portrait You can specify the number of lines per page.

  • Page 159: Host Interface Menu

    Printer Lang. (Printer Language) Menu Description Printer Lang. You can specify the printer language you want to use for the print jobs. When ”Auto Sense” is specified, the printer (Printer Language) will automatically switch from one language to the right one.
  • Page 160 Subnet Mask Gateway Address Description You can specify the time your printer should wait before ending a print job. If data from other ports often appears in the middle of your print job, you should increase the time- out value.

  • Page 161: Maintenance Menu

    • Menu Reset • Registration Maintenance Parameters System Reset Menu Description System Reset You can initialize the printer, returning all settings to the factory default. Menu Reset Menu Description Menu Reset You can reset the menu settings to the factory default.

  • Page 162: List Print Menu

    PCL Demo Page PS Demo Page Printing the Test Page You can confirm that the printer works properly by printing a test page (config- uration page). However, you cannot check the connection between the printer and your com- puter by printing the test page.

  • Page 163: Main Menu

    Press {T} or {U} until the following message appears on the panel display. Main Menu: List Print Press {Enter}. The following message appears on the panel display. List Print: Config. Page Press {Enter}. The following message appears on the panel display. Config.

  • Page 164: Language Menu

    Using the Operation Panel Language Menu You can select the language you use. Available languages are as follows: • Metric version English, Germany, French, Italian, Dutch, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Spanish, Finnish, Portuguese, Czech, Polish, Hungarian • Inch version English, French, Spanish Note Default: English If you want to use the English panel display, it is not necessary to change this...

  • Page 165: Printing With The Operation Panel

    Printing with the Operation Panel Using the Proof Print Use this function to print only one copy of a multiple copy print job. The other copies are saved in the printer. The saved job can be printed from the printer's operation panel. Note...

  • Page 166: Proof Print

    Using the Operation Panel Press {T} or {U} until “Delete File” appears, and then press {En- ter}. Proof Print: Delete File Press {T} or {U} to display the file you want delete, and then press {Enter}. Delete File: 22:07 EFGH5678 The following message appears on the panel display.

  • Page 167: Interpreting The Configuration Page

    Shows the total number of pages printed. Memory Total Memory Shows the total amount of memory (SIMM) installed on the printer. Proof Print Free Memory (%) Shows the amount of hard disk space (as a percentage) that is available for proof print jobs.
  • Page 168 Using the Operation Panel...

  • Page 169: 11. Appendix

    Stapling Position and Punch Position You can select a stapling or punch position among those listed in the following table. Finisher SR720 Stapling position Feed Stapling position Orientation direction Portrait Landscape Portrait Landscape Finisher SR730 Stapling position Feed Stapling position Orientation direction Portrait...

  • Page 170: Memory Capacity And Paper Size

    Memory Capacity and Paper Size The standard 8 MB is enough for the machine to work with all options, using PCL or PostScript (however, the optional printer hard disk is needed to down- load PCL 5e fonts and PS fonts).

  • Page 171: Moving And Transporting The Printer

    When transporting, repack the printer with its original packing materials. Important Be sure to disconnect all cables from the printer before transporting it. The printer is a precision piece of machinery. Take care to avoid damage dur- ing shipment. Moving and Transporting the Printer...

  • Page 172: Specifications

    Maximum 45 pages per minute (A4K, 8 Maximum 36 pages per minute (A4K, 8 Parallel Interface: Interface A standard 36–pin printer cable and a parallel port on the host computer Mode IEEE 1284 Compatible, ECP, Nibble Network Cable 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX shielded twisted-pair (STP) cable...
  • Page 173 Paper size: P.85 “Paper and Other Media Supported by Your Printer” Paper Weight: P.85 “Paper and Other Media Supported by Your Printer” Power Source: inside of the front cover of this manual Power Consumption: Maximum Printing Energy Saver Mode Noise Emission (Sound Power Level):...
  • Page 174 Standard 8 MB, up to 72 MB (with SIMM module) Number of Proof Prints: • The actual number of pages the printer can save depends on the contents of the print images. For example, the printer can save a number of proof print files equal in size to 965 pages of the configuration page.

  • Page 175: Options

    Options Paper Bank PS430 Paper size: P.85 “Paper and Other Media Supported by Your Printer” Paper weight: P.85 “Paper and Other Media Supported by Your Printer” Maximum power consumption: 50 W (power is supplied from the main frame.) Paper capacity: P.85 “Paper and Other Media Supported by Your Printer”...
  • Page 176 Appendix Finisher SR720 Paper size: A3L, B4 JISL, A4KL, B5 JISKL, A5L, A6L, 11” 17”L, 8 ” 11”KL, 5 13”L, 8” 13”L Paper weight: 52 – 157 g/m Stack capacity: • 1,000 sheets (A4K, 8 • 500 sheets (B4 JISL, 8 Staple capacity: •...
  • Page 177 Paper weight: 52 – 157 g/m (14 – 42 lb) Stack capacity: without punch: • 3,000 sheets (A4K, 8 • 1,500 sheets (A3L, B4 JISL, A4L, B5 JISKL, 11” with punch (the optional punch kit is required): • 2,500 sheets (A4K, 8 •...
  • Page 178 Appendix Staple paper weight: 64 – 80 g/m (17 – 20 lb) Staple position: P.151 “Stapling Position and Punch Position” Power consumption: 48 W (power is supplied from the main frame.) Dimensions (W D H): 545 960 mm (24.7” Weight: Approx.
  • Page 179 Mailbox CS360 Number of trays: 9 bins, 1 Proof Tray Paper size: Bin 1 to 9: A3L, B4 JISL, A4KL, B5 JISKL, A5L, 11” 11”KL, 5 ” 8 ”L, 7 13”L Proof Tray: A3L, B4 JISL, A4KL, B5 JISKL, A5L, A6L, 11” 17”L, 8 ”...

  • Page 180: Index

    INDEX adhesive labels , 91 BOOTP Lite , 23 Bridge Unit Type 450 , 12 Bridge Unit Type 460 , 12 bypass tray , 5 cable , 154 Caution , ii Config. Page , 144 configuration , 26 , 31 , 36 , 48 , 49 configuration page , 149 configuration programs , 23 Data In indicator , 7 , 104...
  • Page 181 , 90 PostScript , 3 , 59 , 66 , 77 PostScript 3 Operating Instructions Sup- plement , vi PostScript Printer Driver , 59 , 66 power cord , 5 Power indicator , 7 power switch , 4...
  • Page 182 PCL 6, installing , 52 PCL 6, uninstalling , 56 PostScript, installing , 60 PostScript, uninstalling , 66 printer setting dialog box, PCL , 74 printer setting dialog box, PostScript , Windows 95/98 canceling a print job , 82 configuration , 26...

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