Page 1 Replacing Consumables Maintenance Troubleshooting Appendix The “RISO MF9450/9350 Basic Guide”, which supports the Read Out Loud feature in Adobe Acrobat Reader, is stored in the attached “RISO Printer Driver” DVD-ROM. It contains excerpts from the User’s Guide (this guide) explaining the basic operations for printing using paper originals.
Page 2 ® As an ENERGY STAR Partner, RISO KAGAKU CORP. has determined ® that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. For MF9450U Duplicator Model: MF9450U RFID System Model: 050-34901 Contains FCC ID: RPARFR6 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 3: Preface
■ Trademarks • are trademarks or registered trademarks of RISO KAGAKU CORPORATION in the United States and other countries. • Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corpora- tion in the United States and/or other countries.
Page 4: About The User's Guides
■ RISO MF9450/9350 Basic Guide (Read Out Loud) This guide is included as a PDF file on the attached “RISO Printer Driver” DVD-ROM. It contains excerpts from the User’s Guide (this guide) explaining the basic operations for printing using paper origi- nals.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Preface ................................1 About the User’s Guides ..........................2 User's guides provided for this machine ......................2 About symbols ..............................2 About screens and illustrations ..........................2 Contents................................3 Safety Precautions............................10 Warning indications ............................10 Installation location ............................10 Power connection ..............................10 Ground connection ............................10 Machine handling...............................11 Ink ..................................11 Locations of caution labels ..........................12...
Page 6 Chapter 2 Basic Operations Overview ................................ 30 Preparation before Printing.......................... 30 Setting up the paper feed tray and the paper ....................30 Setting up the paper receiving tray ........................31 Placement of Originals ..........................33 When using the glass platen..........................34 When using the auto document feeder......................34 Printing of Paper Originals...........................
Page 7 Using Custom Size Paper [Paper Size] ....................... 68 Minimizing Margins [Max. Scan]........................69 Laying Out Multiple Pages on a Single Sheet of Paper [Layout].............. 69 Laying Out Multiple Originals on a Single Sheet of Paper [Multi-Up Print]..........71 [Single-Original], [Multiple-Original] ........................72 [Multi-Up Tickets] ...............................74 One-Touch Operation for 2-Up Printing [2 Up]...................
Page 8 Adjusting Paper Feeding and Receiving Conditions [Special Paper Ctrl] ..........98 Paper feeding adjustment for special paper ......................98 Paper receiving adjustment for special paper....................99 Registering the adjustment values........................99 Retrieving the adjustment values........................100 Changing the adjustment value settings......................100 Changing the name of adjustment values .......................101 Erasing the adjustment values.........................101 Adjusting the Position of Paper Jumping Wings [Jump Wing Control] ..........
Page 9 Chapter 6 Functions for Scanning Functions for Scanning ..........................126 Setting the Name of the Original Data to be Displayed [File Name]............127 Setting the Directory of the Original Data [Directory] ................127 Setting the Name of the Person Who Saves the Original Data [Owner] ..........128 Setting [Owner] ..............................128 Changing the owner name..........................129 Setting the Saving Size of the Original Data [Format]................
Page 10 Chapter 8 RISO Console RISO Console .............................. 154 Accessing RISO Console ..........................154 Logging in ................................154 Logging out ..............................154 [Monitoring] Menu............................155 [General] tab screen ............................155 [System] tab screen ............................155 [User] tab screen .............................155 [Printer] Menu.............................. 156 [Active] tab screen ............................156 [Storage] tab screen ............................156...
Page 11 Chapter 11 Troubleshooting When a Message Is Displayed ........................176 How to view the message ..........................176 Example of message ............................177 When the [Consumables Information Input Wizard] screen is displayed............185 Troubleshooting............................189 Chapter 12 Appendix Optional Accessories ..........................200 Specifications.............................. 201 Index................................
Page 12: Safety Precautions
Power connection Safety Precautions Warning This section describes the information that you need to be aware of before using this machine. ● Use this machine in accordance with the rated volt- Read this section before operating this machine. age value. Also, use this machine by connecting it to an electrical outlet with a capacity larger than the rated current value.
Page 13: Machine Handling
Machine handling Caution ● When you want to move this machine, consult your Warning dealer or authorized service representative. Forci- bly moving this machine by yourself could topple ● Do not place a container that is filled with water or the machine over, and may result in injury.
Page 14: Locations Of Caution Labels
Locations of caution labels Before Starting Use This machine has some caution labels to ensure safe operation. Follow the indications of those labels and This section describes the precautions to be use this machine safely. observed and the information that you need to be aware of before using this machine.
Page 15: Precautions For Use
• For the ink and master rolls, it is recommended to use the products specified by RISO. 1005mm (39 9/16 inches) • Genuine RISO inks and master rolls are engineered for maximum performance and maximum life, and ■ Installation location RISO equipment is designed to give excellent per- formance when used with genuine RISO consum- •...
Page 16: Printing Of Original Data
• Use a USB flash drive that is compatible with the the CD-ROM: USB mass-storage device class. Some USB flash • RISO USB PRINT MANAGER drives may not work properly. You can manage the information of the original data • Use a USB flash drive that was formatted to FAT.
Page 17: Originals
(14-lb bond to 28-lb bond) • If you use papers outside the specifications of this • Do not mix originals of different sizes for the auto machine, RISO does not assure the paper feeding document feeder. and printing performance with these papers.
Page 18 Mono color print with drum (cylinder) 2 Lettern 11 inches × 8 1/2 inches (when drum (cylinder) 1 is set in place) Statement 5 1/2 inches × 8 1/2 inches Standard size: MF9350: B5p, A4p, B4p, A3p, Foolscapp MF9450: Ledgerp, Letterp, Legalp ■...
Page 19: Printing Area
■ Paper storage ■ Master making area Store paper in a dry area. Paper containing moisture The master making area is determined according to can result in paper jams or poor print quality. the paper size placed on the paper feed tray. The master making area is an area that equals the paper ■...
Page 21: Chapter 1 About This Machine
Chapter About This Machine...
Page 22: Name And Function Of Each Part
Chapter 1 About This Machine Name and Function of Each Part Paper feeding side 1 Master disposal box 1 166) 7 Platen cover pad 173) Collects masters that are disposed of. 8 Gauge cover 2 Feed tray ascent / descent button Useful for adjusting the position of an original.
Page 23: Paper Receiving Side
Chapter 1 About This Machine Paper receiving side 1 Master making unit cover 162) b Master making unit removal lever 161) Grip this handle to open the pull-out cover of the 2 Master guide flap 163) master making unit. 3 Thermal print head 172) c Power switch 4 Master roll holder...
Page 24 Chapter 1 About This Machine Option ■ Auto document feeder 1 ADF cover 183) Open this cover when a paper jam occurs to remove the original. 2 ADF original guides Slide these guides to fit the original width to prevent misalignment of the original.
Page 25: Control Panel
Chapter 1 About This Machine Control panel 1 [HOME] key c [MASTER MAKING] key Press this key to display the [HOME] screen. Press this key to display the master making basic screen. 2 Touch panel d [PRINT] key 3 Numeric display Press this key to display the printing process Shows the number of prints and the entered val- basic screen.
Page 26: Touch Panel Displays
Chapter 1 About This Machine ■ When [USB Flash Drive] is used for authentication Touch Panel Displays This section describes typical screen displays. [HOME] screen This screen is used to select an operation mode. This screen is displayed when you press the [HOME] key.
Page 27 Chapter 1 About This Machine ■ For data original Display Description Master making mode [Quick Master Making] [Idling Action] 114) 2 Tab buttons You can change tab screens by touching each tab. 3 Function setting area Shows the function buttons that can be set. 4 Direct Access Area It is useful if you register functions that are used frequently in this area.
Page 28: Print Basic Screen
Chapter 1 About This Machine Print basic screen Scan basic screen This screen is used to set functions for the printing This screen is used to configure settings for scanning process. a paper original on this machine and saving it as data. Some display items are different between when a paper original is used and when a data original is used.
Page 29: [Rename] Screen
Chapter 1 About This Machine [Rename] screen This screen is displayed when you need to enter char- acters. 1 Cursor moving buttons You can move the position to enter a character to the left or right. 2 Erase one character button Touch this button to erase characters one by one.
Page 30: Printing Flow
Chapter 1 About This Machine Printing Flow “Master making process” and “Printing process” This machine is a digital duplicator that uses the screen printing method. The screen printing method first forms minute holes on a master (plate), which is the base of the printing process. Then, ink is applied through these holes to transfer images onto paper.
Page 31 Chapter Basic Operations...
Page 32: Overview
Chapter 2 Basic Operations Overview Preparation before Printing This chapter describes the following procedures. Setting up the paper feed tray and the paper ■ Preparation Preparation before printing Open the paper feed tray. Describes the procedure to set up the paper feed While holding the paper feed tray with your tray and paper, and the procedure to set up the hand, open it until it stops.
Page 33: Setting Up The Paper Receiving Tray
Chapter 2 Basic Operations BThis machine identifies the paper BAfter replacing the paper with that of a size according to the position of different type, reposition the paper-feed the feed-tray paper guides. If the setting lever. feed-tray paper guides do not fit BAfter replacing the paper with that of a tightly to the paper, the paper size different size, also adjust the receiving-...
Page 34 Chapter 2 Basic Operations Raise the receiving-tray paper Adjust the paper arrangers. guides and the paper stopper. Adjust the paper arrangers so that printed paper is aligned. • To open a paper arranger, press down the paper arranger knob. • To close a paper arranger, pull up the paper arranger knob.
Page 35: Placement Of Originals
Chapter 2 Basic Operations ■ How to close the paper receiving tray Placement of Originals Remove all of the printed paper. Originals can be scanned by using the glass platen Slide the receiving-tray paper or the optional auto document feeder. guides and paper stopper to the ends.
Page 36: When Using The Glass Platen
Chapter 2 Basic Operations When using the glass platen When using the auto document feeder Open the platen cover. Place originals on the auto docu- Place an original on the glass ment feeder. platen. Place the originals with the scanning side fac- ing up.
Page 37: Printing Of Paper Originals
Chapter 2 Basic Operations In the [HOME] screen, touch [m Printing of Paper Originals Dual-Color]. This section describes the procedure to scan and print paper originals. Dual-color printing This section describes the procedure to perform dual- color printing by using an original for print drum (cylin- der) 1 (first page) and an original for print drum (cylin- der) 2 (second page).
Page 38 Chapter 2 Basic Operations BThe size of the placed paper is dis- Press the [START] key. played in [Paper] in the master mak- The master is made from the original for print ing basic screen. If the displayed drum (cylinder) 2, and a proof copy of dual- size is different from the size of the color printing is output.
Page 39: Mono-Color Printing
Chapter 2 Basic Operations Mono-color printing BTo print more copies, enter the num- ber of copies and press the [START] The master making and print processes for a scanned key. original are performed with either of the print drums BTo start master making for the next (cylinders).
Page 40 Chapter 2 Basic Operations BThe usable paper sizes are differ- BThe usable paper sizes are differ- ent for print drums (cylinders) 1 ent for print drums (cylinders) 1 and 2. 15 “Paper size”) and 2. 15 “Paper size”) BThe optional A4 / Letter type print drum (cylinder) can be used only BThe size of the placed paper is dis- as print drum (cylinder) 1.
Page 41 Chapter 2 Basic Operations BAn idling action (to ensure the ink Press the [START] key. usability and stability) may be auto- The printing process starts. matically executed. You can change the setting in [Auto Idling] 138) BA warning message appears dur- under [Admin.].
Page 42: Printing From Computer
[Print] dialog box on the computer. ■ Other printing settings Select the name of your printer under [Select For more information, see the “RISO Printer Printer], and then enter the number of copies in Driver User’s Guide” (DVD-ROM). the [Number of copies] field.
Page 43: When [Auto Process] Is Set To Other Than [On]
Chapter 2 Basic Operations BWhen [ID print] is set in step 5, refer Check the master making condi- to the page below to perform the tions. necessary operation. 24 “Touch Panel Displays”) 42 “When [ID print] is set”) BAn idling action (to ensure the ink usability and stability) may be auto- matically executed.
Page 44: When [Id Print] Is Set
Chapter 2 Basic Operations When [ID print] is set Press the [START] key. Master making starts. After master making is Check that the master making complete, a proof copy is output and then the basic screen is displayed. operation pauses. If a screen other than the master making basic Check the printing conditions.
Page 45: Saving Paper Original As Data
BThe original data that was saved uses the unique file format for this machine. You can use the original data on “RISO USB PRINT MANAGER”. BWhen the optional RISO Controller IS300 is connected, the original data that is read in the scan mode is saved in the IS300.
Page 46: Removing The Memory Card
Chapter 2 Basic Operations Turn off the power to this machine. Attach the cover. Press the [Y] side of the power switch. Return the cover to its original position, and then turn the thumbscrew clockwise to tighten Remove the cover for the card slot.
Page 47: Scanning The Paper Originals
USB flash drive using the printer driver (The data can be printed with minimum required steps.) – For the method to save data, see the “RISO Printer Place the original. Driver User’s Guide” (DVD-ROM). 30 “Setting up the paper feed tray and the paper”)
Page 48 Chapter 2 Basic Operations Touch [Storage] in the [Functions] Check the [Auto Process] setting. tab screen. The settings that can be selected are the same for “Printing from Computer” 40). Touch the original data that you want to print. Perform other operations. For the operation in the master making basic •...
Page 49: Printing From [Usb Job List]
Chapter 2 Basic Operations Printing from [USB Job List] BIf the [USB Job List] screen does not appears automatically, touch You can print the original data that is saved in the USB [USB Job List] in the [Functions] tab flash drive by performing the settings shown below. screen.
Page 50: Printing From [Usb Print (Auto Process)]
• In the printer driver dedicated for the USB flash drive • Original data with [ID print] set in the printer driver printing, set [USB print (Auto process)] for [Output:]. For the setting procedure, see the “RISO Printer BYou cannot print any original data (PDF Driver User’s Guide” (DVD-ROM).
Page 51 Chapter Functions for Master Making...
Page 52: Functions For Master Making
Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making [Rec. Preview] Functions for Master Making You can easily select a separation method that is suitable for the original. ■ Functions related to layout For the details and setting procedure of each function, see the pages that are specified as a reference. [Size] ■...
Page 53: Image Processing That Is Suitable For The Original [Image]
Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making [Binding Margin Adj.] Image Processing That Is Suitable You can adjust the print position for master making. for the Original [Image] You can obtain clearer images by selecting pro- cessing that is suitable for the type of original. ■...
Page 54 Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making ■ For [Duo] BYou cannot use this function with the following functions. Type Description C[Auto] under [Contrast] [Standard] Select this option when you want C[Contrast Adj] to reproduce characters and pho- BYou can change the processing tos with good balance.
Page 55: Selecting A Method To Process The Gradation Of Photos [Dot Process]
Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making Selecting a Method to Process the Adjusting the Darkness and Light- Gradation of Photos ness of Photos [Contrast Adj] [Dot Process] You can change a blurry photo to a sharp final out- put. You can set the processing method to express the gradation of a photo.
Page 56: Adjusting The Gradation Of Photos [Tone Curve]
Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making Adjusting the Gradation of Photos Adjusting the Contrast of the [Tone Curve] Original [Contrast] You can adjust the tone of the bright parts and dark You can adjust the contrast according to the condi- parts in a photo in incremental levels.
Page 57: Using A Book Type Original [Book Shadow]
Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making Touch [Book Shadow] in the Using a Book Type Original [Functions] tab screen. [Book Shadow] Select a processing method. When you scan an original that is bound at the cen- ter, such as a book, it is possible to erase or reduce the shadow of the binding section.
Page 58: Saving Ink [Ink Saving]
Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making BWhen you select [Auto], the fol- Saving Ink [Ink Saving] lowing image parts are also erased or processed in the half- tone. By turning on [Ink Saving] when making a master, CA black image extending from you can reduce the amount of ink consumption dur- the area around the original ing printing.
Page 59: Shortening The Master Making Time [Quick Master Making]
Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making Shortening the Master Making Printing an Original in Dual-Color Time [Quick Master Making] [Separation] (Dual-Color Mode) You can shorten the time required for master mak- This function is dedicated for dual-color mode. ing. By specifying colors and areas in an original, you can assign the original to the two print drums (cylin- BWhen master making is performed with ders) (separation) in order to perform dual-color...
Page 60: [Color Separation]
Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making ■ [Separation] type [Color Separation] There are four [Separation] types. Refer to the flowchart below to select the most appro- Select this option for originals that do not contain pho- priate type. tos. You can specify the colors that are included in the original and perform separation.
Page 61 Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making ■ [Blue Separation] Touch [Color Separation]. The original is separated into the blue and light blue parts and the rest. Original Separation result Touch the separation method that Blue Print drum (cylinder) 2 you want to use. ■...
Page 62: [Specified Area]
Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making ■ [Chromatic Separation] [Specified area] The original is separated into the black and gray parts (achromatic) and the rest (chro- Select this option for originals that contain photos. matic). Using a commercially available red marker pen, draw frames (pen frames) directly on the areas that you Original Separation result...
Page 63 Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making BDo not create dots that cause BPlace the original on the glass high contrast. platen. The optional auto docu- ment feeder cannot be used. Wrong Place the paper. 30 “Setting up the paper feed tray and the BThe maximum number of pen paper”) frames that you can use for one...
Page 64: [Separation Sheet]
Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making Tracing paper Check if separation is performed as intended. The [Preview] screen 79) is displayed after scanning the original. BDraw pen frames using a com- mercially available red marker pen. For more information on how to draw pen frames, see step 60) in [Specified area].
Page 65: [Color Editor]
Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making Place the paper. Check if separation is performed as intended. 30 “Setting up the paper feed tray and the paper”) The [Preview] screen 79) is displayed after scanning the original. Set the paper receiving tray. 31 “Setting up the paper receiving tray”) Touch [Separation] in the [Func- tions] tab screen.
Page 66 Scanning of the original starts. paper”) When scanning is complete, the edit screen is displayed. Set the paper receiving tray. For information on further operations, see the separate volume “RISO Editor User's Guide”. 31 “Setting up the paper receiving tray”)
Page 67: Selecting A Separation Method From Preview Images [Rec. Preview] (Dual-Color Mode)
Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making Display the master making basic Selecting a Separation Method screen for dual-color mode. from Preview Images In the [HOME] screen 24), touch [m Dual- [Rec. Preview] (Dual-Color Mode) Color]. Place an original on the glass This function is dedicated for dual-color mode.
Page 68: Enlarging Or Reducing The Size Of The Original [Size]
[Editor] edit screen and perform operations. For information on [Editor] operations, see the 1 [Auto]: The size of the original is automati- “RISO Editor User's Guide”. cally enlarged or reduced according to the size of the paper on the paper feed tray.
Page 69: [Free]
Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making 2 [Standard ratio]: You can select one of the [Zoom] typical rates to enlarge or reduce originals from a standard size to another standard size. Touch [Size] in the [Basic] tab 3 [Margin+]: In addition to the selected magni- screen.
Page 70: Using Custom Size Paper [Paper Size]
Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making • In extended paper mode, [<Ext.Paper>] is indicated in the message area. Using Custom Size Paper [Paper Size] BTo use extended paper, the optional Wide Stacking Tray is required. For the procedures to set the paper feed tray When standard size paper 16) is set on the and the paper receiving tray, consult...
Page 71: Minimizing Margins [Max. Scan]
Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making Minimizing Margins [Max. Scan] Laying Out Multiple Pages on a Single Sheet of Paper [Layout] This machine limits the master making range so that margins are applied inside the paper size. This The process for laying out an original of multiple feature is provided to prevent the rollers in this pages on a single sheet of paper is referred to as machine from being stained with ink and to prevent...
Page 72 Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making BThe glass platen cannot be used Set the paper receiving tray. with the optional auto document 31 “Setting up the paper receiving tray”) feeder. If you place the first origi- nal on the glass platen, place the Touch [Layout] in the [Functions] rest of the originals on the glass platen too.
Page 73: Laying Out Multiple Originals On A Single Sheet Of Paper [Multi-Up Print]
Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making Touch [Next]. Laying Out Multiple Originals on a Single Sheet of Paper Set [Original orientation] and [Lay- [Multi-Up Print] out order]. The process for laying out multiple originals on a single sheet of paper is referred to as [Multi-Up Print].
Page 74: [Single-Original], [Multiple-Original]
Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making ■ [Multiple-Original] [Single-Original], [Multiple-Original] Lays out multiple copies of two or four originals on a single sheet of paper. Place an original. 2-up 4-up 8-up 16-up The direction for placing the original varies depending on the number of copies of original 4 3 2 1 to be laid out on a single sheet of paper.
Page 75 Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making BThe magnification rate is automati- Place the paper. cally calculated using the selected Place the paper in the direction of a short edge original size and the size of the paper feed. paper that is placed. If the magnifi- cation rate is out of the range Paper feeding direction between 50 and 200%, the combi-...
Page 76: [Multi-Up Tickets]
Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making [Multi-Up Tickets] Press the [START] key. Scanning of the original starts. The number of copies to be laid out on a single sheet The rest of the procedure is the same as the of paper is determined automatically simply by speci- normal printing operation of paper originals.
Page 77 Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making Place the paper. Touch [Next]. Place the paper in the direction of a short edge paper feed. Touch [Ticket]. Paper feeding direction Short side Long side Touch [Next]. BUse a standard size of paper. You cannot use custom size paper or paper that are registered in Touch [ON].
Page 78: One-Touch Operation For 2-Up Printing [2 Up]
Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making BTo cancel [Multi-Up Print], perform One-Touch Operation for 2-Up step 5 again and display the setting Printing [2 Up] screen. Touch [OFF] and then [OK]. The process for laying out multiple originals on a Press the [START] key.
Page 79: Cutting The Top Section Of The Original [Top Margin Adj.]
Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making Set the paper receiving tray. Cutting the Top Section of the 31 “Setting up the paper receiving tray”) Original [Top Margin Adj.] Check that the master making You can cut (trim) the top section of the original. basic screen is displayed.
Page 80: Adjusting The Master Making Position [Binding Margin Adj.]
Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making Specify the length to shift. Adjusting the Master Making You can specify the length to shift using either Position [Binding Margin Adj.] of the following methods. • Entering a numeric value using the numeric You can adjust the master making position, for keys.
Page 81: Checking The Original Data Image [Preview]
Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making BEven when the image is fully displayed Checking the Original Data Image in the [Preview] screen, the image parts [Preview] outside the range for master making are not printed. Check that the margins are sufficient.
Page 82: Checking A Proof Copy Of Each Page [Adf Semi-Auto]
Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making Check the preview. Checking a Proof Copy of Each • Touch [Continue] to start master making. Page [ADF Semi-Auto] • Touch [Cancel] to stop master making. BIf [Close] is displayed, touch [Close]. [ADF Semi-Auto] is displayed when the optional auto document feeder has been installed.
Page 83: Printing From The Last Page [Output Reversal]
Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making Place an original. Printing from the Last Page Place originals on the glass platen or the [Output reversal] optional auto document feeder. In dual-color mode, first place the original for print drum (cylinder) 1. You can print in reverse order of the scanning order 33 “Placement of Originals”) of paper originals.
Page 84: Specifying The Scanning Side Of Original [Scanning Side -Adf]
Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making ■ [Duplex -> Simplex] Specifying the Scanning Side of Printed paper Original [Scanning Side -ADF] Original You can specify which side of the original is scanned when the optional auto document feeder is used. BYou can change the default setting in [Scanning Side -ADF] 134) under...
Page 85: Using Paper Memory Original [Paper Memory Print]
Switch modes. computer. Press the [HOME] key to display the [HOME] Using the RISO Printer Driver function, you can screen. convert original data created on a computer into a Check the header section of the Paper Memory digital pattern, and then print it with a laser printer Original.
Page 86 Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making BThis machine may not be able to Confirm the original information. scan the Paper Memory Original When scanning of the Paper Memory Original properly in the following cases: is complete, the [Preview] screen 79) is dis- CThe glass platen or platen played.
Page 87: Managing The Saved Original Data [Storage], [Usb Job List]
Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making ■ [Show ID data] Managing the Saved Original Data [ID Print Job]: Lists only ID data. [Non-ID Print]: Lists items other than ID data. [Storage], [USB Job List] B[Show ID data] is displayed when [High/Full Management] is set in This section describes how to use the screen to [User Management]...
Page 88: Details Of Original Data
Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making Details of original data Touch [Retrieve]. Touch [Retrieve] to print the original data. Touch [Storage] in the [Functions] Touch [Cancel] to immediately close the tab screen. screen. Touch an original data item that Changing to the [USB Job List] you want to check.
Page 89: Overlaying Original Data On A Paper Original [Overlay] (Mono-Color Mode)
Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making Touch [Overlay] in the [Functions] Overlaying Original Data on a tab screen. Paper Original [Overlay] (Mono- Color Mode) Touch an original data item that you want to overlay. This function is dedicated for mono-color mode. •...
Page 90: Overprinting Original Data And Paper Originals In Different Colors [Stamp] (Dual-Color Mode)
Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making Registering [Stamp] data Overprinting Original Data and Paper Originals in Different Col- To use the [Stamp] function, you need to register origi- nal data to [Stamp Data]. ors [Stamp] (Dual-Color Mode) BOnly original data that is saved in [Stor- age] can be registered to [Stamp Data].
Page 91: Printing In Dual-Color With [Stamp]
Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making BIn the [Stamp Data] screen, you can Touch [Details]. perform the following operations in addition to [Register]: Confirm the saved data. C[Change] You can change the registered stamp data to other data. C[Rename] You can change the name of the registered button as desired.
Page 92 Chapter 3 Functions for Master Making Press the [START] key. The subsequent operations are the same as steps 13 36) and later in “Dual-color print- ing”.
Page 93: Chapter 4 Functions For Printing
Chapter Functions for Printing...
Page 94: Functions For Printing
Chapter 4 Functions for Printing Functions for Printing Adjusting the Print Speed [SPEED] For the details and setting procedure of each func- tion, see the pages that are specified as a refer- You can adjust the print speed. ence. It is possible to adjust the print speed not only before but also during the printing process.
Page 95: Adjusting The Print Density [Density]
Chapter 4 Functions for Printing The print speed changes to 150 sheets/minute with a single touch of [High Speed] in the print Adjusting the Print Density screen. [DENSITY] You can adjust the print density. It is possible to adjust the print density not only before but also during the printing process.
Page 96: Adjusting The Print Position [Print Position]
Chapter 4 Functions for Printing Check the shifted length. Adjusting the Print Position The length that the printed image has been [PRINT POSITION] shifted is displayed on the touch panel screen. You can adjust the print position. Vertical direction BThe shifted length that is displayed Horizontal direction on the screen is a reference value.
Page 97: Aligning The Position Of Both Print Drums (Cylinders)
Chapter 4 Functions for Printing Aligning the position of both print Reducing Offset of Ink [Interval] drums (cylinders) Printed paper is output at a high speed on this Adjust the position of one of the machine. Depending on the paper, ink on a printed print drums (cylinders).
Page 98: Making A Master Again [Renew Page]
Chapter 4 Functions for Printing [Sw.Color]: If you touch [m Dual-Color] in dual-color Making a Master Again mode, [Sw.Color] becomes enabled (you can [Renew Page] touch it). When [Sw.Color] is turned on, the details of the master making switch between print drums (cylinders) 1 and 2.
Page 99: Making A Master Again Automatically [Auto
Chapter 4 Functions for Printing Making a Master Again Automati- Replacing One of the Pages cally [Auto Page Renewal] [OneSide MasterMake] (Dual-Color Mode) When printing a large amount of sheets, such as thousands of sheets, the master may be deterio- During dual-color printing, you can replace the orig- rated during the printing process.
Page 100: Adjusting Paper Feeding And Receiving Conditions [Special Paper Ctrl]
Chapter 4 Functions for Printing Press the [START] key. Adjusting Paper Feeding and A master is made for the replacement original Receiving Conditions and a proof copy is output. [Special Paper Ctrl] The rest of the procedure is the same as the normal printing operation of paper originals.
Page 101: Paper Receiving Adjustment For Special Paper
Chapter 4 Functions for Printing Set each item as necessary. Set each item as necessary. Touch [Specific] to specify [Clutch ON Timing] Touch [OK]. and [Clutch OFF Timing]. The [Special Paper Ctrl] screen is displayed. Touch [OK]. BIt is useful if you register the adjust- The [Special Paper Ctrl] screen is displayed.
Page 102: Retrieving The Adjustment Values
Chapter 4 Functions for Printing Touch a button for which nothing Touch [Retrieve]. has been registered. The button for which nothing has been regis- tered is outlined with a solid line. (You cannot touch a grayed button as the set- tings have already been registered.) Touch the button for the settings that you want to retrieve.
Page 103: Changing The Name Of Adjustment Values
Chapter 4 Functions for Printing Touch [Revise]. After entering a new name, touch [OK]. The [Parameter List] screen is displayed. Touch [Close]. The [Special Paper Ctrl] screen is displayed. BIf the name does not fit in the dis- play area, the latter part of the name is displayed as “...”.
Page 104: Adjusting The Position Of Paper Jumping Wings [Jump Wing Control]
Chapter 4 Functions for Printing Adjusting the Position of Paper Monitoring the Feeding State Jumping Wings [D-Feed Check] [Jump Wing Control] This machine is equipped with the [D-Feed Check] function, which automatically stops printing when The paper jumping wings are used to eject the the feeding of overlapped sheets of paper (double printed paper to the paper receiving tray.
Page 105 Chapter Useful Functions...
Page 106: Useful Functions
You can send the operation history of this machine to e-mail addresses that have been specified in advance. Up to 150 groups [Editor] This function scans paper originals, then edits the scanned originals and separates the colors. For more information, see the user's guide for the RISO Editor.
Page 107: Setting [Single
Chapter 5 Useful Functions [Multi-Page Mode]: B[Combination] is a function that is dedi- You can set different numbers of copies for multiple cated for dual-color mode. originals. BTo use [Combination], you need to pre- It is possible to set up to 9999 copies × 20 originals. pare two originals or separate one origi- nal into two colors.
Page 108: Setting [Multi
Chapter 5 Useful Functions Setting [Multi-Page Mode] Change the target for entry to [Sets]. Touch [Program] in the [Functions] • You can change the target for entry by press- tab screen. ing the [×] key or the [U] key. • It is also possible to select the entry field by The [Program Type] screen is displayed.
Page 109: Setting [Combination] (Dual-Color Mode)
Chapter 5 Useful Functions Touch [OK]. Touch [m Print]. The basic screen is displayed. BSteps 5 to 7 are not necessary if you When you press the [START] key, printing can do not change the number of printed be performed according to the program that copies in dual-color.
Page 110: Canceling [Program]
Chapter 5 Useful Functions For the second and later pages, this machine stops in Touch [Entry/Call]. accordance with the timing specified in the [Auto Pro- cess] setting. If this machine does not stop, the con- tent that is set on the first page is applied to the subsequent pages.
Page 111: Changing The Settings Of [Program]
Chapter 5 Useful Functions BYou can also display the [Program Touch [OK] in the confirmation Type] screen by pressing the [P] screen. key. The [Program] setting screen is displayed. • When you touch [OK], printing can be per- formed according to the changed program Touch [Program List].
Page 112: Erasing [Program]
Chapter 5 Useful Functions Touch [Close]. Inserting Slip Sheet The basic screen is displayed. [Slip sheet sorting] Erasing [Program] You can use the paper placed on the paper feed tray as slip sheets for sorting printed papers. • When you print with [Auto Process] turned on Touch [Program] in the [Functions] after placing originals on the auto document tab screen.
Page 113: Using The Job Separator [Job Separation]
Chapter 5 Useful Functions Using the Job Separator Using the Registered Settings [Job Separation] [Job Memory] You can use the [Job Separation] function after You can register a set of required settings. installing the optional Job Separator. This function is useful as the same settings can be •...
Page 114: Retrieving [Job Memory]
Chapter 5 Useful Functions Changing the name of [Job Memory] BWhen you want to change the set- ting of any function, touch [Cancel] and then [Close] to go back to the Touch [Job Memory] in the [Func- basic screen. Then revise the set- tions] tab screen.
Page 115: Extending The Reserve Period [Reservation]
Chapter 5 Useful Functions Touch [Clear]. Extending the Reserve Period [Reservation] This function is useful when this machine is con- nected to a computer. During the printing operation on this machine, another person may send a print instruction for the original data from a computer.
Page 116: Preventing Blurring Of Ink [Idling Action]
Chapter 5 Useful Functions Touch [Idling Action] in the [Func- Preventing Blurring of Ink tions] tab screen of the master [Idling Action] making basic screen. When this machine has not been used for a long time or after the print drum (cylinder) has been replaced, several sheets of printing may be faded at the beginning of printing.
Page 117: Preventing Copying Of Confidential Documents [Confidential]
Chapter 5 Useful Functions The master roll of the print drum (cylinder) that is installed in this machine is targeted for dis- Preventing Copying of Confiden- carding. tial Documents [Confidential] After printing, the master that has been made is still loaded on the print drum (cylinder) in the print ready status.
Page 118: Registering Frequently Used Functions For Each User [My Direct Access]
Chapter 5 Useful Functions Touch the function name to be reg- Registering Frequently Used istered. Functions for Each User [My Direct Access] If you perform the authentication operation to use this machine, you can change the functions to be registered in the Direct Access Area in the [Basic] tab screen as you want.
Page 119: Displaying The Accumulated Counts [Meter Display]
Chapter 5 Useful Functions ■ [A3/Ledger Master Count], Displaying the Accumulated [A4W/LetterW Master Count] Shows the accumulated count of master mak- Counts [Meter Display] ing processes that have been performed on this machine for each master size. You can check the accumulated results for the The value includes the count of [Idling Action] count of master making processes and the number 114) and [Confidential]...
Page 120: Calculating The Total Number Of Copies [Id Counter Report]
Chapter 5 Useful Functions ■ [USB Flash Drive] Calculating the Total Number of Touch this button to save the CSV format file to Copies [ID Counter Report] a USB flash drive. Before touching [ID Counter Report], you must insert the USB flash drive into the USB slot.
Page 121: Setting The Notification Day For Total Count Output
Chapter 5 Useful Functions Setting the notification day for total Touch [Close]. count output BOnce you specify a date for [Set You can display the report screen for [Report Output] Date], a warning screen is displayed 182) on the specified date of every month. each time the power is turned on until [Report Output] 118) is per-...
Page 122: Sending E-Mails Of [Id Counter Report]
Enter an e-mail address of a person, such as a this section. person in charge of managing this machine. ■ [Receiver Address 1], [Receiver Address 2] Access the RISO Console from the You can specify up to two e-mail destinations. computer. ■ [Port No.] 154 “Accessing RISO Console”) Enter the port number of the SMTP server.
Page 123: Sending E-Mail
Check that the [E-mail] button is available in the [ID Counter Report] screen of this machine. BOnce you have performed the set- tings on the RISO Console, you can change the settings in [Copy Count Mail] 138) under [Admin.] as...
Page 124: Sending E-Mails Of The Operation History [Service Info. Mail]
■ [Receiver Address 1] (fixed) Access the RISO Console from the The e-mail address of the department in charge computer. in RISO is set. You cannot change this 154 “Accessing RISO Console”) address. ■ [Receiver Address 2] Log in to the RISO Console.
Page 125: Sending E-Mail
Check that the [Service Info. Mail] button is available in the [Func- tions] tab screen of this machine. BOnce you have performed the set- tings on the RISO Console, you can change the settings in [Service Info. Mail] 138) under [Admin.] as...
Page 126 Chapter 5 Useful Functions...
Page 127 Chapter Functions for Scanning...
Page 128: Functions For Scanning
Chapter 6 Functions for Scanning [Contrast] Functions for Scanning You can adjust the contrast according to the paper color and the tint of the original. For the details and setting procedure of each func- tion, see the pages that are specified as a refer- ence.
Page 129: Setting The Name Of The Original Data To Be Displayed [File Name]
[Storage] or [USB]. Selection] screen or the [USB Job List] screen. 43 “Saving Paper Original as Data”) 85 “Managing the Saved Original Data [Stor- BWhen the optional RISO Controller IS300 age], [USB Job List]”) is connected, you cannot change [Direc- tory].
Page 130: Setting The Name Of The Person Who Saves The Original Data [Owner]
[Storage] folder in [Folder Renam- ing] 136) under [Admin.]. BYou can change the name of the [USB] folder in the RISO USB PRINT MANAGER. BYou can save up to 250 files of origi- Touch the owner name that you nal data in one folder.
Page 131: Changing The Owner Name
Chapter 6 Functions for Scanning Changing the owner name Setting the Saving Size of the Original Data [Format] You can change the owner name as desired. Touch [Owner] in the scan basic You can set the saving size in the following cases: screen.
Page 132: Setting The Print Color [Color]
Chapter 6 Functions for Scanning Touch the button of the color that Setting the Print Color [Color] you want to specify. In saved data, you can specify in advance the print modes and colors that will be used for later printing. This function is useful because the specified colors are shown in the screen when you perform printing.
Page 133: Chapter 7 Setting The Operation Conditions
Chapter Setting the Operation Conditions...
Page 134: Setting The Operation Conditions [Admin.]
Chapter 7 Setting the Operation Conditions Touch the button of the item that Setting the Operation Conditions you want to set. [Admin.] You can change the default values and set the sys- tem control-related settings in order to make this machine more convenient for use.
Page 135: List Of Setting Items
Chapter 7 Setting the Operation Conditions List of setting items • The factory default settings are underlined in the following list. • The items marked with an asterisk (*) are displayed only when an optional accessory is installed. ■ Display This screen is used for the settings related to the display of the touch panel screens.
Page 136 Chapter 7 Setting the Operation Conditions ■ Default You can change the default values (values when the power is turned on or is reset) for various settings. Setting item Description Line, [Image Processing] Photo (Standard, Portrait), You can change the default setting of [Image] 51).
Page 137 Chapter 7 Setting the Operation Conditions Setting item Description OFF, ON [Slip sht sort set.] You can change the default setting of [Slip sheet sorting] 110). BOnly either [Job Separation] or [Slip sht sort set.] can be turned on. OFF, ON [Job Separation] You can change the default setting of [Job Separation] 111)
Page 138 You can register the original data to be overlaid with [Stamp] 88). OFF, ON [External Controller] To connect the optional RISO Controller IS300, set this item to [ON]. When this item is set to [ON], the following functions are dis- abled. • [Storage] •...
Page 139 • The RISO console cannot be displayed in sleep mode. (When [Standard] is set, the console can be displayed in sleep mode.) • Original data cannot be received in sleep mode. (When [Stan- dard] is set, data can be received in sleep mode.)
Page 140 Touching [Initialize Network] displays an exe- [Initialize Network] cution confirmation screen. You can restore the settings of [Network Settings (IPv4)], [Network Touch [OK] to execute initialization. Settings (IPv6)], and [Network] for the RISO Console 157) to the factory default settings.
Page 141 ■ Editor This is a setting item for [Editor]. Setting item Description See the user’s guide for the RISO Editor. [Print Colors] [Page Orientation]...
Page 142: Registering Frequently Used Functions In The [Basic] Tab Screen [Directaccess Entry]
Chapter 7 Setting the Operation Conditions Touch the function name to be reg- Registering Frequently Used istered. Functions in the [Basic] Tab Screen [DirectAccess Entry] You can register frequently used functions in the Direct Access Area in the basic screen. •...
Page 143: Registering Frequently Used Functions In The [Selections] Tab Screen [Selections Entry]
Chapter 7 Setting the Operation Conditions Touch the function name to be reg- Registering Frequently Used istered. Functions in the [Selections] Tab Screen [Selections Entry] You can register frequently used functions in the [Selections] tab screen. • Touch [E] or [D] to change the display. •...
Page 144: Registering The Custom Size Paper [Custom Paper Entry]
Chapter 7 Setting the Operation Conditions Specify the paper size. Registering the Custom Size Paper [Custom Paper Entry] When using paper other than the standard size paper 16), you need to register the paper size in advance. You can select the registered paper sizes in [Paper Size] 68).
Page 145: Changing The Paper Size
Chapter 7 Setting the Operation Conditions Changing the paper size Changing the name of the paper size Touch [Custom Paper Entry] in the Touch [Custom Paper Entry] in the [Admin.] screen. [Admin.] screen. Touch [Change]. Touch [Rename]. Touch the button of the paper that Touch the button whose name you you want to change.
Page 146: Erasing The Paper Size
Chapter 7 Setting the Operation Conditions Erasing the paper size Connecting to the Network [Network Settings (IPv4)] Touch [Custom Paper Entry] in the [Network Settings (IPv6)] [Admin.] screen. To connect this machine to a network, perform set- Touch [Clear]. tings such as the IP address according to the con- nection environment.
Page 147: When Connecting To The Ipv6 Network
Chapter 7 Setting the Operation Conditions When connecting to Identifying the User the IPv6 network [User Management] Set this item when you allocate an Internet Protocol version 6 address to this machine. “Authentication” means to identify the user of this machine by using the PIN code, etc., that is Touch [Network Settings (IPv6)] in assigned to each user.
Page 148: [Recognized By]
Chapter 7 Setting the Operation Conditions ID print Touch the authentication method If a user sets [ID print] for the printer driver, it is neces- to be used. sary to perform the authentication operation (entry of PIN code, insertion of USB flash drive for authentica- tion, or holding of IC card over reader) before perform- B[IC Card] is displayed when the ing operations for the original data on this machine.
Page 149: [Management Level]
Chapter 7 Setting the Operation Conditions [Management Level] [Create User] Set the type of authentication. Register the users who use this machine. BSet [Recognized by] in advance. BSet [Recognized by] in advance. The number of users that can be registered varies Touch [Management Level] in the depending on the [Recognized by].
Page 150 Chapter 7 Setting the Operation Conditions ■ When using USB flash drive Touch [Create User] in the [User Insert a USB flash drive that is to be registered Management] screen. for authentication. To display the [User Management] screen, per- form steps 1 to 3 in [Recognized by] 146).
Page 151 Chapter 7 Setting the Operation Conditions ■ [Disable] Touch [OK]. You can prohibit the use of this machine by specific users. The [Register] screen is displayed. 149 “Temporarily disabling the usage of this ■ Setting the upper limit number of copies machine”) that can be used Touch [OK].
Page 152: Changing The User Information
Chapter 7 Setting the Operation Conditions Changing the user information BYou cannot erase the administrator from this screen. To erase the administrator, disable the authenti- Touch [Create User] in the [User cation function. Management] screen. 151 “Erasing the authentication setting”) To display the [User Management] screen, per- form steps 1 to 3 in [Recognized by] 146).
Page 153: Erasing The Authentication Setting
Chapter 7 Setting the Operation Conditions Touch [Reset Counter] in the [User Managing the Used Master Management] screen. [Protect] To display the [User Management] screen, per- form steps 1 to 3 in [Recognized by] 146). After printing, the master that has been made is still Touch [OK].
Page 154: Setting [Protect]
Chapter 7 Setting the Operation Conditions B[Cancel] is not displayed in the following cases: CWhen a new print drum (cylinder) for which [Confidential] has not been exe- cuted is installed. CWhen this machine has been restored from sleep mode that was activated while a confirmation screen prompting you to execute [Confidential] was dis- played.
Page 155 Chapter RISO Console...
Page 156: Riso Console
Logging in RISO Console In order to perform the following operations, it is nec- essary to log in to the RISO Console. “RISO Console” is a function for remotely operating this machine using a Web browser. • Browsing the [Printer] menu screen You can check the status of this machine and •...
Page 157: [Monitoring] Menu
Chapter 8 RISO Console If the amount of space is low, the remaining amount indicator blinks. [Monitoring] Menu ■ Drum Information You can check the status of this machine and sys- Shows the size and color of the print drum (cylinder) tem information, and also change the login pass- that is set in this machine.
Page 158: [Printer] Menu
Chapter 8 RISO Console Click [OK]. [Printer] Menu The [Done] screen is displayed. You can check the original data on this machine and Click [OK]. also change the folder name of [Storage]. [Active] tab screen You can check a list of the original data that is cur- rently being processed in this machine.
Page 159: [Folder] Tab Screen
Chapter 8 RISO Console ■ [Download] [Network] Menu Click the job name of the original data that you want to download onto a computer. The original data is high- lighted. When you click [Download] and perform the You can check and change the settings that are operation according to the instructions on the screen, related to the network connection of this machine.
Page 160: [Snmp Setting] Screen
Chapter 8 RISO Console [SNMP Setting] screen This screen is used for the SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) settings. Set in accordance with the network environment. Clicking [OK] updates the changes. Clicking [OK] updates the changes. BThis screen may not be displayed depending on your system configuration.
Page 161: Chapter 9 Replacing Consumables
Chapter Replacing Consumables...
Page 162: Checking The Remaining Amount Of Consumables
Chapter 9 Replacing Consumables Display Description Checking the Remaining Amount Shows the color name and of Consumables remaining amount of the ink that is set in this machine. [k] and [l] represent print drums (cylin- The information of the consumables is displayed in ders) 1 and 2, respectively.
Page 163: Setting The Master Roll
Saving] 56) is used for making the master BIt is recommended to use products on the print drum (cylinder), [Ink Saving] is dis- specified by RISO when replacing the played. master roll. BKeep the power on while replacing the ■ Date and Time master roll.
Page 164 Chapter 9 Replacing Consumables Pull out the master making unit. Open the master roll holder. 1 Put your hand on the handle and pull it to the front. Master roll holder Remove the depleted master core. Handle 2 Pull out the master making unit slowly as far as it will go.
Page 165 Chapter 9 Replacing Consumables 3 Return the master guide flap to its original Close the master roll holder. position. 1 Close the master roll holder. 2 Remove the tape. Insert the leading edge of the mas- Close the master making unit ter roll under the master guide cover.
Page 166: Replacing The Ink Cartridge
Wash immediately with soap if you get ink on your hands, etc. BIt is recommended to use products specified by RISO when replacing the ink cartridge. BKeep the power on while replacing the ink cartridge. BReplace with an ink cartridge of the same ink color.
Page 167 Chapter 9 Replacing Consumables Remove the cap of the new ink car- Lock the ink cartridge. tridge. Turn the ink cartridge clockwise to lock it. Turn the cap of the ink cartridge to remove it. Lock BDo not touch or knock the edge of Close the front door.
Page 168: Emptying The Master Disposal Box
Chapter 9 Replacing Consumables Unlock the master disposal box. Emptying the Master Disposal If the master disposal box is locked, slide the lock lever to the right to unlock it. (This operation is not necessary if the lock han- dle is not attached.) Used masters are sent to the master disposal box.
Page 169: Replacing The Print Drum (Cylinder)
Chapter 9 Replacing Consumables Set the master disposal box in Replacing the Print Drum (Cylin- place. der) Insert the master disposal box as far as it will If you want to print in a different color, replace the print drum (cylinder). When you want to remove jammed paper inside this machine, you can also remove the print drum (cylin- der).
Page 170: Installing The Print Drum (Cylinder)
Chapter 9 Replacing Consumables Installing the print drum (cylinder) BWhen the master making unit is pulled out, you cannot pull out the print drum (cylinder). Return the Place the print drum (cylinder) on master making unit to its original the rail. position, and then press [Print Drum (Cylinder) Release Button].
Page 171: Collecting And Disposing Of Depleted Consumables
Chapter 9 Replacing Consumables Close the front door. Collecting and Disposing of ■ When you have changed the type of Depleted Consumables print drum (cylinder) When you change the type of print drum (cylin- Ink cartridge der) between Ledger/A3 and A4/Letter, a con- firmation screen is displayed.
Page 172: Master Core
Chapter 9 Replacing Consumables Master core • Dispose of the depleted master core according to the disposal regulations of your local community. If required, separate the specific components using the following procedures as a reference. Parts Materials Core Paper Master roll Plastic, Japanese paper Cutout section Plastic (metal included), paper...
Page 173 Chapter Maintenance...
Page 174: Maintenance
Chapter 10 Maintenance Thermal print head Maintenance The thermal print head is a component that produces heat during master making and forms minute holes on The finish of prints may be stained or blurred if the the master. Clean it whenever the master roll is thermal print head of the master making unit, parts replaced.
Page 175: Exterior
Chapter 10 Maintenance Exterior Glass platen and platen cover pad Use a soft cloth to gently wipe the entire exterior peri- If the glass platen or platen cover pad is stained, gen- odically in order to protect the machine exterior from tly wipe it off several times with a soft cloth or tissue dust.
Page 176: Optional Auto Document Feeder
Chapter 10 Maintenance Optional auto document feeder Pressure roller Gently wipe any stains off the scanner glass and white The pressure roller is a component that presses a sheet with a soft cloth or tissue paper. paper against the print drum (cylinder) unit. If the pres- sure roller is stained, smudged strips may appear on BThe scanner glass is extremely delicate.
Page 177: Chapter 11 Troubleshooting
Chapter Troubleshooting...
Page 178: When A Message Is Displayed
Chapter 11 Troubleshooting When a Message Is Displayed This section describes the troubleshooting procedure when an error message is displayed. Caution When you put your hands inside the main unit, take care not to touch any protrusions or edges of the metal plate. It may result in injury.
Page 179: Example Of Message
Chapter 11 Troubleshooting Example of message The following provides a typical example of a message. For anything that are not included in the following list, take an action according to the displayed message. ■ T00-0000: Service call error Code Message Action !!Battery Replacement!! Consult your dealer or authorized service representative and replace...
Page 180 Chapter 11 Troubleshooting Code Message Action Master Loading Error 1 Pull out print drum (cylinder) 2, and then remove the master on the Pull Out Print Drum 2 print drum (cylinder). and Discard Master 167 “Replacing the Print Drum (Cylinder)”) 2 Set the print drum (cylinder) in place again.
Page 181 Check that the type of master roll is appropriate. Installed Set an appropriate master roll in place. or Cannot Read BUse the master roll that is recommended by RISO. If other Master Info master rolls are used, it may result in malfunctions or Replace Master Roll problems.
Page 182 Ink Cartridge Installed Set an appropriate ink cartridge in place. in Print Drum 2 or BUse the ink cartridge that is recommended by RISO. If Cannot Read Ink Info other ink cartridges are used, it may result in malfunc- Replace Ink Cartridge tions or problems.
Page 183 Chapter 11 Troubleshooting Code Message Action Page Format is Larger The paper that is currently set is smaller than the size of the master than Paper Size that has been made. !! Possible Ink Smudges on Check the size of the paper and set an appropriate paper. Prints !! To continue outputting the proof copies, press the [PROOF] key.
Page 184 ! Scanning is Not Possible ! Check that the optional RISO Controller IS300 is connected correctly. External Controller is not Con- If the RISO Controller IS300 is not connected, set [External Controller] nected 136) in [Admin.] to [OFF]. or Processing Connection...
Page 185 Chapter 11 Troubleshooting Code Message Action INK 2 & MASTER In order to use the ink cartridge and the master roll under optimal con- Near expiration ditions, use them within approximately 24 months after their manufac- Use or replace soon ture date.
Page 186 Chapter 11 Troubleshooting Error location Action Around the print drum (cylinder) Pull out the print drum (cylinder), and then remove any jammed papers. 167 “Replacing the Print Drum (Cylinder)”) Caution • Ink may be left on the areas near the print drum (cylinder) and the inside of the main unit after the print drum (cylinder) unit has been removed.
Page 187: When The [Consumables Information Input Wizard] Screen Is Displayed
BWe assume no responsibility or liability for cases in which you use any consumables other than the con- sumables recommended by RISO. We are also unable to provide appropriate values for setting. If appro- priate values for setting are unknown, we recommend that you adjust by changing values from [1] and on, while checking the print results at the same time.
Page 188 Chapter 11 Troubleshooting Screen display Description of setting Value [H3]First Print Density Adjustment 1 (light) (for print drum 1) to 5 (dark) [H9]First Print Density Adjustment (for print drum 2) Select the value to obtain the appropriate print density for the first print according to the ink. [H10]Ink Use By date setting Mnth: Set the month and year to display the [F51]...
Page 189 Chapter 11 Troubleshooting ■ [Master Information Input] 1 Touch [OK] on the following screen. 2 Set the items according to the following table. Screen display Description Value [H4]Master Density 1 (light) Select the value to obtain the appropriate mas- to 10 (dark) ter making density according to the master.
Page 190 Chapter 11 Troubleshooting 3 When setting is complete, a confirmation screen is displayed. Check the value, and then press the [START] key. The basic screen is displayed.
Page 191: Troubleshooting
Chapter 11 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Check the following table and take appropriate measures before consulting your dealer or authorized service repre- sentative. Caution Do not perform any procedures (adjustment, repair, etc.) that are not described in this guide. When you want to adjust or repair, consult your dealer or authorized service representative.
Page 192 Chapter 11 Troubleshooting Problem Point to check Action An error message does not Check if the master roll is set Set the master roll so that the side of the master core disappear even though a in place correctly. with the [ I ] mark is located on the left. master roll is set in place.
Page 193 Chapter 11 Troubleshooting Problem Point to check Action Part of the print output by Check if an A4 / Letter drum The area that exceeds the maximum printing area of print drum (cylinder) 1 is is installed as print drum (cyl- the print drum (cylinder) will not be printed.
Page 194 Chapter 11 Troubleshooting Problem Point to check Action The edges of printed papers Check if the size of the paper Set the same size of paper on the paper feed tray as are smudged with ink. that was placed on the paper the original, and then perform the master making feed tray for master making process.
Page 195 Chapter 11 Troubleshooting Problem Point to check Action Printed images are faint. Check if printing was per- If the print drum (cylinder) is not used for an Printed text is blurred. formed after the print drum extended period of time, ink on the surface of the (cylinder) was not used for print drum (cylinder) may dry.
Page 196 Chapter 11 Troubleshooting Problem Point to check Action The printed papers that have Check if the positions of the Fit the receiving-tray paper guides and the paper been output are not neatly receiving-tray paper guides stopper to the paper size. piled up in the paper receiv- and paper stopper are For thick papers, slightly widen them.
Page 197 Chapter 11 Troubleshooting Problem Point to check Action Papers are not smoothly fed Check if appropriate papers Use papers that are suitable for this machine. from the paper feed tray. are used. 15 “Printing papers”) (Papers are skipped, or mul- Check if the position of the When using thick or slippery papers, switch the tiple sheets are fed)
Page 198 Chapter 11 Troubleshooting Problem Point to check Action (Continued from the previ- Check if the paper stripper Turn the adjustment dial for the stripper pressure to ous page) pressure is adjusted prop- adjust the stripper pressure in accordance with the erly.
Page 199 Chapter 11 Troubleshooting Problem Point to check Action An error message is dis- Check if a lifted paper has The margin at the top of the printed paper (leading played even though there is been output. edge in the paper output direction) must be at least 5 no paper jam.
Page 200 Chapter 11 Troubleshooting...
Page 201: Chapter 12 Appendix
Chapter Appendix...
Page 202: Optional Accessories
A unit for feeding envelopes. ■ RISO Controller IS300 A dedicated controller that enables this machine to be used as a network-connected PostScript 3 printer. ■ RISO Printer Driver for Macintosh A printer driver that enables the use of this machine on Mac OS.
Page 203: Specifications
Chapter 12 Appendix Specifications Model MF9450 MF9350 Master Making Method High-speed digital master-making Master Making When [Quick (Letter paper, short edge feed) (A4 paper, short edge feed) Time Master Making] is Dual color print: Dual color print: Approx. 57 seconds Approx.
Page 204 Chapter 12 Appendix Print Paper Size Dual color print Standard size: Standard size: Ledgerp, Letterp, Legalp B5p, A4p, B4p, A3p, Foolscapp Custom size: Custom size: 100 mm x 246 mm to 100 mm x 246 mm to 320 mm x 432 mm 320 mm x 432 mm (3 15/16 inches x 9 11/16 inches to (3 15/16 inches x 9 11/16 inches to...
Page 205 Auto Document Feeder AF-VII, Color Print Drum (Cylinder), Wide Stack- ing Tray, IC Card Reader Activation kit RG, Job Separator IV;NIII, Card Feed Kit, Envelope Feed Kit, RISO Controller IS300, RISO Printer Driver for Macintosh Measurement value when set to 100% reproduction ratio.
Page 206 Chapter 12 Appendix When using the following weight of paper; 64g/m to 80g/m (17-lb bond to 21-lb bond) If the temperature of the inside of the print drum (cylinder) is less than 15°C (59°F), [High Speed] is not usable. In order to use [High Speed] when you print in mono-color mode with print drum (cylinder) 2 while print drum (cylinder) 1 is removed, use paper with a length of 364 mm to 432 mm (14 11/32 inches to 17 inches) in the horizontal direction.
Page 207: Index
Chapter 12 Appendix Index Numerics [U] key................23 [C] key................23 [+] key ................23 Clear All ................25 [X] key................23 Clock/Calendar ............137 [ I ] icon...............160 Clr Sep. Settings ............134 1=2 Alignment...............95 Color ................130 2 Up ................76 Color editor ..............63 Combination..............105 Confidential ..............115 [Active] tab screen ............156 Consumables ..............13 ADF Auto Process ............134...
Page 208 Chapter 12 Appendix Ink cartridge ..............21 Ink Information Input ...........185 Easy 2 color ..............134 Ink Saving ..............56 Editor ..............104, 139 Interval ................95 Error................25 IP address..............144 Error diffusion method ..........53 Irregular Fitter .............136 Error message ............176 Ex. Reserve Period.............137 Extended paper ............68 Job Count ..............117 External Controller ............136 Job List ..............25, 41...
Page 209 Chapter 12 Appendix Master roll holder ............21 Paper Eject Adj .............99 Max. Scan..............69 Paper Ejection Adj ............135 Maximum Printing Area ..........17 Paper Feed Adj.............98 Memory card..............43 Paper feed setting lever ..........20 Memory card slot ............20 Paper feed tray .............20 Message area ...............24 Paper jumping wing ............21 Meter Display..............117...
Page 210 Reset Counter.............151 Stripper plate adjustment dial ........195 [RESET] key ..............23 Supply contact ............133 RISO Console.............154 Sw.Color ..............59, 96 RISO Printer Driver ............14 [System] tab screen ............155 RISO Utility Software ............14 Rotate ..............86, 96 Thermal print head............21 Tone Curve ..............54 Scan Data Folder............135 Top................15, 17...
Page 211 Chapter 12 Appendix [WAKE-UP] key ............23 Zoom................67...
Page 212 The purpose of the “e-waste Rule” is to reduce waste and ensure Electrical Equip- ment is recycled at the end of life. RISO declares our products comply with the “India E-waste Rule” and prohibits use of lead, mercury, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyls or polybrominated diphenyl ethers at or over a concentration of 0.1% by weight or at or over 0.01% by...
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Riso MF Series User Manual

Chapter 1 About this Machine

Chapter 4 Functions for Printing

Chapter 7 Setting the Operation Conditions

Chapter 9 Replacing Consumables

Chapter 11 Troubleshooting

Chapter 12 Appendix

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Troubleshooting

Summary of Contents for Riso MF Series