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  • Page 1 1173-7704-02 EP3000 Operator's Manual...
  • Page 2 Using the Copier Properly To ensure the optimum performance of the copier, follow the precautions listed below. ‹ Never place a heavy object on the copier. ‹ Never subject the copier to shocks. ‹ Never open any doors or turn the copier off while the copier is making copies. ‹...
  • Page 3 ‹ Always ensure that the power cord or communications cable of other electrical equipment does not become wedged into the copier mechanism, as malfunctioning equipment or a fire could result. ‹ Always use the correct power voltage, as improper voltage can cause a fire or electrical shock. ‹...

  • Page 4: What Is An Energy Star Copier

    Therefore, using less paper also means decreased national energy consumption. Recycled Paper (USA market only) Your Minolta Copier has been designed to use the following Recycled Paper Minolta Recycled Bond Item NO. 8925 701...
  • Page 5 Location of the Manufacturer’s Name Plate Manufacturer’s Name Plate The Manufacturer’s Name Plate is affixed at the position indicated by the arrow. Please write down the Model Name and Serial No. of your copier here. Model: Serial No.:...
  • Page 6 Thank you for choosing Minolta quality. For over 30 years Minolta has been a leader on the forefront of office equipment technology and service. Our desire has always been to bring you highly reliable products. We pledge to continue to provide you, our customer, with our state of the art equipment, as well as full customer service for all our products.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1 Safety Notes ................1-1 1. Installing the Copier .................1-2 Installation Site .................1-2 Power Source ................1-2 Space Requirements ..............1-2 2. Precautions for Use ................1-3 Operating Environment ............1-3 Using the Copier Properly ............1-3 Moving the Copier ..............1-3 Care of Copier Supplies ............
  • Page 8 Contents 7. Auxiliary Functions ................3-36 Cover ..................3-36 Auto Original Count ...............3-39 Chapter 1 Page Insertion .................3-40 File Margin ................3-44 Safety Notes OHP Interleaving ..............3-46 Edge/Frame Erase ..............3-49 Chapter 4 Using the User Mode .............. 4-1 Chapter 2 1. Job Memory Input and Job Recall ............4-2 Job Memory Input ..............4-2 Getting to Know Recalling a Job from Memory ..........4-4...

  • Page 9: Terms And Symbols For The Type Of Originals And Copy Paper

    Terms and Symbols for the Type of Originals and Copy Paper A few special terms and symbols are used in this manual to designate types of originals and copy paper. This page explains about these terms and symbols. Feeding Direction (copy paper path) In this copier system, copy paper is taken up from the right-hand side of the copier and fed through the copier toward the left-hand side, face up onto the Copy Tray.

  • Page 10: Chapter 1 Safety Notes

    Chapter 1 Safety Notes...

  • Page 11: Installing The Copier

    1. Installing the Copier Installation Site To ensure utmost safety and prevent possible malfunctions of the copier, install it in a location which meets the following requirements. ‹ ‹ A place away from a curtain or the like that may catch fire and burn easily. An area where there is no possibility of being splashed with water or other types of liquid.

  • Page 12: Precautions For Use

    2. Precautions for Use Operating Environment The operating environmental requirements of the copier are as follows. Temperature: 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F) with a fluctuation of 10°C (18°F) per hour Humidity: 15% to 85% with a fluctuation of 20% per hour. Using the Copier Properly To ensure the optimum performance of the copier, follow the precautions listed below.

  • Page 13: Legal Restrictions On Copying

    2. Precautions for Use Legal Restrictions on Copying Certain types of documents must never be copied by the copier for the purpose or with the intent to pass copies of such documents off as the original. The following is not a complete list but is meant to be used as a guide to responsible copying.

  • Page 14: Chapter 2 Getting To Know Your Copier

    Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your Copier...

  • Page 15: Typical Types Of Copies You Can Make With Your Copier

    1. Typical Types of Copies You Can Make with Your Copier Here’s a rundown of the features the copier is equipped with to turn out different types of copies. For the operations, see the relevant pages indicated by p.XX Original Copy p.

  • Page 16: Zoom Ratio

    1. Typical Types of Copies You Can Make with Your Copier Zoom Ratio p. 3-14 Reduced, Full Size, Enlarged C1173O032AA Auxiliary Functions p. 3-36 Cover p. 3-36 Page Insertion p. 3-40 C1173O033AA C1173O034AA OHP Interleaving p. 3-48 File Margin p. 3-46 C1173O036AA C1173O035AA Erase...

  • Page 17: System Overview

    2. System Overview 10-Bin Sorter S-106 <Option> Permits sorting or grouping copies into up to 10 copy sets or stacks. Staple Sorter ST-104 <Option> Automatically staples copy sets or stacks that are sorted or grouped by the same function as that of S-106. 1139o002 20-Bin Sorter S-207 <Option>...
  • Page 18 2. System Overview Data Controller D-102 <Option> Capable of controlling various types of data including the number of copies made, copy cost, and user departments by means of specific magnetic cards. 1138O525AA 1138o525 1151o007 Automatic Document Feeder AF-5 <Option> Capable of feeding in sheet originals one at a time for making a copy or copies of each.

  • Page 19: Copier Parts And Accessories

    3. Copier Parts and Accessories Outside the Copier C1173O005AA C1173O006AA Copy Tray Extender: Slide this out when making copies on large-size paper. Copy Tray: Holds copies fed out of the copier. Front Door: Open for the following purposes: • Replacing the Toner Bottle p.

  • Page 20: Inside The Copier

    3. Copier Parts and Accessories Inside the Copier 1149o082 1149o081 Lock Release Lever: Turn clockwise to swing up the Upper Half of the copier to clear a paper misfeed. Toner Bottle Holder: Swing open to replace the Toner Bottle. p. 5-6 Original Pad: Holds the original in position on the Original Glass.
  • Page 21 3. Copier Parts and Accessories Options C1173O007AA Automatic Document Feeder / Duplexing Document Feeder Document Exit Tray: Receives originals that are automatically ejected from the Document Feeder. Document Feed Tray Pull out when loading large-size originals. Extender: Document Feed Tray: Load the originals face up on this tray.
  • Page 22 3. Copier Parts and Accessories C1173O008AA 20-Bin Sorter / Staple Sorter Stapler Door: Open to replace the Staple Cartridge. p. 5-8 *Staple Sorter only. Sort Bins: Hold sorted or grouped copies. Non-Sort Bin: Holds copies made in the Non-Sort mode. Lock Release Lever: Press to unlock the sorter.
  • Page 23 2-10 3. Copier Parts and Accessories C1174O011AA C1173O009AA Paper Feed Cabinet (2-Drawer Type) 3rd Drawer: Holds up to 550 sheets of paper. p. 5-5 4th Drawer: Holds up to 550 sheets of paper. p. 5-5 Duplex Unit and Duplex Cabinet Misfeed Clearing Guide Open to clear a paper misfeed.
  • Page 24 2-11 3. Copier Parts and Accessories...

  • Page 25: Control Panel Keys And Indicators

    2-12 4. Control Panel Keys and Indicators User Mode d ª · e R s [ ¯ « • Z x I [ g x1.000 Job Recall { ƒ Mode Check 1149o003 Touch Panel Interrupt Key p. 2-18 • Shows various screens and messages. •...

  • Page 26: User Mode

    2-13 4. Control Panel Keys and Indicators Access d ª · e R s [ Energy Saver ¯ « • x1.000 I [ g I [ g Interrupt Start { ƒ Stop Panel Reset 1149O002EA 1149o002 User Mode Key • Press to show the User Mode menu. User Mode •...

  • Page 27: Using The Touch Panel

    2-14 5. Using the Touch Panel What is the Touch Panel? When you turn ON the Power Switch, the Basic screen as shown below appears on the Touch Panel. It shows in messages and graphics the currently set functions, available functions to choose from, and the copier status.

  • Page 28: Operating The Touch Panel

    2-15 5. Using the Touch Panel (1) Supplementary Function Keys (3) Basic Function/Key Display The Auxiliary, Finishing, Orig. Copy, and Shows the basic function keys and the Basics keys are displayed. When any of these corresponding functions currently selected keys is touched, the corresponding for use.

  • Page 29: Turning On And Off And Initial Mode

    2-16 6. Turning ON and OFF and Initial Mode Turning ON and OFF • Turning the Copier ON Press the Power Switch to the (ON) position. • Turning the Copier OFF Press the Power Switch to the (OFF) position. NOTE The Auto Power-OFF function will automatically shut down the copier a given period of time after the last activity.

  • Page 30: Auxiliary Functions

    2-17 7. Auxiliary Functions Panel Resetting Energy Saver The Panel Reset key resets all control panel set- If the copier is shut down when it is not in use, it takes the copier some time to complete the warm- tings to default settings including the number of up cycle.
  • Page 31 2-18 7. Auxiliary Functions Interrupt Access Number The Interrupt function allows you to interrupt a If an access number has been programmed, it current job and run a different one. Pressing the allows only particular persons to use the copier or Interrupt key once sets the copier into the Interrupt a supervisor to keep track of the number of copies mode.

  • Page 32: Entering The Access Number

    2-19 7. Auxiliary Functions Entering the Access Number From the 10-Key Pad, enter the 4-digit access number and press the Access Mode key. 1134P438DA 1134p438 NOTE To correct the 4-digit access number entered, first press the Clear key, then enter the new number.
  • Page 33 2-20...

  • Page 34: Chapter 3 Making Copies

    Chapter 3 Making Copies...

  • Page 35: Basic Copying Overview

    1. Basic Copying Overview One of the most basic copying jobs is to make full-size ( 1.000) copies of the original. • Place the original in position (step 1), set the number of copies to be made (step 8), and press the Start key (step 9).
  • Page 36 1. Basic Copying Overview Selecting the finishing type • To sort copies • To staple copies 6. Touch Finishing. • To punch holes p. 3-26 in copies 1149o273 Selecting the auxiliary functions • To make a file margin on the 5.

  • Page 37: Placing Originals

    2. Placing Originals Placing Originals on the Original Glass Different methods are used to place the original depending on its type. Use the appropriate procedure. Sheet Originals Highly Transparent Originals (Using plain paper or thick paper.) (Using transparencies and translucent paper for the original.) Raise the Original Cover.
  • Page 38 2. Placing Originals Making Copies from A Book Using Book Copy Mode (“Book” refers to an open bound original.) Place the open book so that its top edge is at the rear of the copier. 1134o037 Gently lower the Original Cover. NOTES •...

  • Page 39: Using The Automatic/Duplexing Document Feeder

    2. Placing Originals Using the Automatic/Duplexing Document Feeder The Automatic/Duplexing Document Feeder automatically feeds in sheet originals placed on the Document Feed Tray one by one. After the copy cycle has been completed, it automatically ejects the original onto the Document Exit Tray. Some originals may not be suitable for reliable operation of the Document Feeder.
  • Page 40 2. Placing Originals Loading the Originals Using the Mixed Original Detection Mode Slide the Document Guide Plate to the size of the originals. Use the Mixed Original Detection mode to make copies automatically from originals of assorted * When using large size originals, flip up sizes loaded in the Automatic/Duplexing the Document Feed Tray Extender.
  • Page 41 2. Placing Originals Using the Single Automatic Document Feeding Mode (SADF Mode) This is the mode in which you load your originals one by one onto the Automatic/Duplexing Document Feeder to make a copy or copies from it. When you load the original, the copier automatically starts the copy cycle.
  • Page 42 2. Placing Originals Originals Not Suitable for the Auto- matic/Duplexing Document Feeder Raise the Automatic/Duplexing Document Feeder. Place the original face down on the Original Glass. 1151o020 Align the rear left corner of the original with marker on the Original Width Scale. Then press the rear edge of the original up against the Original Positioning Plate at the rear side of the Glass.

  • Page 43: Manual Bypass Copying

    3-10 3. Manual Bypass Copying Use the Manual Bypass to make copies on paper not loaded in any drawer, or to copy onto transparencies, translucent paper, or any other special paper. When using the Multi Bypass Tray, you can load multiple sheets of copy paper.
  • Page 44 3-11 3. Manual Bypass Copying <When paper size is input> Useful Tip When you want to use inch size paper, touch Touch Paper Metric on the screen given in step , and you have a screen that allows you to select an inch paper size.

  • Page 45: Basic Functions

    3-12 4. Basic Functions In the following pages, we explain how to make the basic settings (copy paper, zoom ratio, and exposure level) to make copies. Basic Screen Paper Key: Touch this key to show a screen which allows Exposure key: you to select the paper Touch this key to show size.

  • Page 46: Zoom Ratio

    3-13 4. Basic Functions Auto Drawer Switching Special Paper Setting If the drawer currently selected for use runs out of If a symbol appears on the paper paper and there is another drawer loaded with select key shown on the Touch Panel, it means that paper of the same size and in the same direction, particular drawer has been designated for special the copier automatically selects that second...
  • Page 47 3-14 4. Basic Functions he Touch Panel, a screen appears that allows you to set the zoom ratio. You have six different ways to choose from to set the zoom ratio. Select one according to your need. Auto Size Selecting a Ratio from among Fixed Ones In the Auto Size mode, the copier automatically selects the zoom ratio according to the size of the...
  • Page 48 3-15 4. Basic Functions For a Slightly Smaller Image Using Zoom Up/Down Keys This function lets you make a copy slightly Pressing the key changes the zoom ratio reduced in image size from that of the original. shown in 0.001 increments. You can keep touching the key to change the ratio quickly.
  • Page 49 3-16 4. Basic Functions Using the 10-Key Pad Calling up a Ratio from Memory You may use the 10-Key Pad to directly enter the You can store some of the most frequently used zoom ratio. zoom ratios in memory and recall them later as necessary.

  • Page 50: Storing A Ratio In Memory

    3-17 4. Basic Functions Storing a Ratio in Memory Touch User Set Touch memory location key in which to store the set zoom Minimal ratio. 1149o418 Touch Store C1173P021CA When the key is touched, the ratio is shown C1173P020CA on the key, indicating that it has been stored Enter the desired zoom ratio from the in memory.

  • Page 51: Image Density

    3-18 4. Basic Functions Image Density When you touch Expo/Photo on the Touch Panel, a screen appears that allows you to set the exposure level or image density. You have a choice of three different ways to adjust the exposure level: Auto Exposure, Manual Exposure, or Photo mode.
  • Page 52 3-19 4. Basic Functions Photo The copier can make a faithful reproduction of an original having a halftone image such as photos. The image density of the photo may be varied in nine steps. Touch Photo Photo key is highlighted, indicating that the copier is set into the Photo mode.

  • Page 53: Selecting The Original Copy Type

    3-20 5. Selecting the Original Copy Type In the following pages, let’s look at how we should make the settings for the type of copy we want to make based on the type of original we have. When you touch Orig.
  • Page 54 3-21 5. Selecting the Original Copy Type 5. Selecting the OriginalCopy Type 2[2in1] <accessed via 2in1> <Only when an Automatic Document Feeder and Duplex Unit are mounted> Original Copy Select 1 2-[2in1] to make a 2-sided copy, through reduction, from four 1-sided originals. Each pair of originals will be placed side-by-side on either side of the copy.

  • Page 55: Selecting Original Copy Type

    3-22 5. Selecting the Original Copy Type 5. Selecting the OriginalCopy Type Selecting Original Copy Type Margin Touch Orig. Copy key for the original: • When you’re going to make copies using1 or 2 1, first check to see if your original has a file margin in it.
  • Page 56 3-23 5. Selecting the Original Copy Type 5. Selecting the OriginalCopy Type # of Origs • If you’re going to make copies using 1 2, 1 [2in1], or 1 2-[2in1], you need to enter the number of your originals. Then the copier can arrange the pages in correct order. When you know the number of originals Setting Even/Odd 1 Touch...

  • Page 57: Some Precautions For Making Copies

    3-24 5. Selecting the Original Copy Type 5. Selecting the OriginalCopy Type Some Precautions for Making Copies Loading the Originals Use the following procedure when loading originals to make 1-sided copies from 2-sided originals 1).: • Load the originals crosswise. •...
  • Page 58 3-25 5. Selecting the Original Copy Type 5. Selecting the OriginalCopy Type Precautions for 2-in-1 Separation Copying • When the 2-in-1 separation function is selected, the copier automatically selects an enlargement ratio. You can nonetheless make a full-size copy. • User’s Choice allows you to program a default zoom ratio and paper size setting. p.

  • Page 59: Finishing Mode

    3-26 6. Finishing Mode In the following, we explain about different finishing functions and setting procedures. When Finishing is touched on the Touch Panel, a screen appears that allows you to set a particular finishing function. Finishing Functions Non-Sort • All copies are fed out without being sorted, Original Copy grouped, stapled, or punched.
  • Page 60 3-27 6. Finishing Mode Group <Only when a Sorter or Staple Sorter is mounted> Copies • The copies made from each single original are 1st Bin separated into groups. Each group contains the Originals same number of copies. 2nd Bin 3rd Bin 1076o147 Hole Punch...

  • Page 61: Selecting The Finishing Function

    3-28 6. Finishing Mode Selecting the Finishing Function Sort / Group / Sort-and-Staple Touch the desired finishing function key. Removing copy paper from the 20-bin sorter/20 bin staple sorter <If the document is set in the automatic document feeder> • If sort, group or sort staple is selected and copies are made, the sort bins move up automatically when copying is finished.
  • Page 62 3-29 6. Finishing Mode Manual Staple Hole Punch <To staple copy sets made in Sort or copy stacks Touch the desired finishing function key. made in Group> Check that each copy set or stack has been fed into the Sorter Bins. NOTE Copies made in Non-Sort cannot be stapled manually.
  • Page 63 3-30 6. Finishing Mode Using the Manual Staple Function <To use as a stapler> When a 10-Bin Staple Sorter is mounted. Align the sheets of paper neatly. Touch Staple . Then, the paper stack in the Sorter Bin will be stapled together. 1134o039 11494o320 Insert the paper stack onto the 1st Bin facing...
  • Page 64 3-31 6. Finishing Mode When a 20-Bin Staple Sorter is mounted. Align the sheets of paper neatly. NOTES • Make sure of the stapling position and press the paper stack against the bracket. • Never attempt to reach for the stapling position.

  • Page 65: Instructions For Loading Originals For The Finishing Functions

    3-32 6. Finishing Mode Instructions for Loading Originals for the Finishing Functions Note the correct direction of the originals if the copies are to be stapled either in Sort Staple or Manual Staple Mode. Using the Automatic/Duplexing Document Feeder Load the originals crosswise in the document feeder. Ensure also that the stapling position is located as shown below.
  • Page 66 3-33 6. Finishing Mode Note the correct direction of the originals if the copies are to be punched using Hole Punch. NOTE Hole Punch is possible only when your copier is equipped with a 20-Bin Staple Sorter. Using the Automatic/Duplexing Document Feeder Load the originals so that the punched holes in them are located as shown below.

  • Page 67: Auto Dual Function

    3-34 6. Finishing Mode Auto Dual Function NOTE All figures in the following text are given based on the 20-Bin Staple Sorter and 20-Bin Sorter. Figures marked with * are for the 10-Bin Staple Sorter. Auto Dual Function in Sort Mode When 10 (*5) or less copies are made from an original set consisting of more than 50 (*25) pages in Sort Mode, the Auto Dual function is automatically activated to allow the Sorter or Staple Sorter to continue sorting copies using the 11th (*6th) to 20th (*10th) Bins.
  • Page 68 3-35 6. Finishing Mode Auto Dual Function in Group Mode When more than 51 (*26) copies are to be grouped together into one group, the Sorter or Staple Sorter uses the subsequent bin to continue grouping the copies. Original Copies Bins Used 1st to 50th (*25th) copies 1st Bin...

  • Page 69: Auxiliary Functions

    3-36 7. Auxiliary Functions These pages explain about convenient functions offered as the Auxiliary functions and how to set these features. When the Auxiliary key on the Touch Panel is touched, the Auxiliary function menu screen appears. C1173P002CA 1149o265 Cover The Cover mode lets you make a front cover or a front and back cover for a copy set by copying the first page or the first and last page of an original set on different paper from the normal copy paper, such as colored paper.
  • Page 70 3-37 7. Auxiliary Functions Using the Cover Mode Touch Cover Touch the key for Cover Sheet. 1149o321 1149o325 Touch the key for Front or Back. Select the drawer in which paper for the cover has been loaded in step 5. 1149o322 Select the appropriate function (W/Image, Blank, or None) for Front and Back.
  • Page 71 3-38 7. Auxiliary Functions Count the number of your originals and enter that number from the 10-Key Pad. 1149o045 1149O045AA NOTES • The maximum number of originals that can be entered is 61. • Press the Clear key to correct a number entry. Useful Tip The copier offers a function that automatically counts the number of originals (Auto Count).

  • Page 72: Auto Original Count

    3-39 7. Auxiliary Functions Auto Original Count The copier offers a feature that automatically counts the number of originals. It can be used by touching Auto Count 1149o332 Using the Auto Count Function Touch Auto Count Press the Start key to start the original count sequence.

  • Page 73: Page Insertion

    3-40 7. Auxiliary Functions Page Insertion Page Insertion allows you to insert a blank sheet of paper (e.g., colored paper) into the copy set. Two different functions are available. Select the appropriate one according to your need. * The Page Insertion key is shown only when the copier is equipped with a document feeder.
  • Page 74 3-41 7. Auxiliary Functions Specifying the Place for an Insert In the Page Insertion mode, you must specify where to place an insert. Two ways are available to specify the insert places, either ADF Detection. ADF Detection (automatic detection) Put a sheet of paper of a different size from the originals at your desired places in the original set (for convenience, let us call this paper the insert marker), load the original set onto the document feeder, and let the copier start the original count sequence.
  • Page 75 3-42 7. Auxiliary Functions Using Page Insertion Touch Page Insertion Select the paper source in which paper for inserts has been loaded in step 3. 1149o334 Touch the appropriate key for Copy Onto 11149o340 Inserts to select whether to copy onto inserts Touch Enter (YES) or not (NO).
  • Page 76 3-43 7. Auxiliary Functions Put an insert marker into the desired place in Load the original set containing insert the original set. (Insert markers can be used markers into the document feeder. in up to 20 places.) Insert Marker Original Set Insert Marker 1134o070 1149o096...

  • Page 77: File Margin

    3-44 7. Auxiliary Functions File Margin The copier provides a file margin along the leading edge for your ease in filing. There are four different ways available for making a file margin. Use the one that is most suited to your need.
  • Page 78 3-45 7. Auxiliary Functions Using File Margin Touch File Margin Select the “Width” of the margin. 1149o352 1149o354 Place the original. • If you use a document feeder, loading NOTE your originals in the document feeder will Having a margin width larger than necessary change the contents of the display.

  • Page 79: Ohp Interleaving

    3-46 7. Auxiliary Functions OHP Interleaving When you make copies on transparencies, the OHP Interleaving function inserts copied or non-copied interleaves after each transparency. Four different functions are available. Select the appropriate one according to your need. Functions Single Copy <Copied Interleaves>...
  • Page 80 3-47 7. Auxiliary Functions Multiple Copy <Copied Interleaves> The copier copies onto OHP transparencies and, for the 1st set, inserts a copied sheet of paper after each Originals Copies transparency. Also, the copier sorts copies into a specified number of extra sets. Copied Interleaves Extra Copies...
  • Page 81 3-48 7. Auxiliary Functions Using OHP Interleaving Load OHP transparencies onto the Multi Select the size of Insert Paper. Bypass Tray. (Up to 20 sheets of OHP transparencies can be placed on the tray.) 1149o351 Touch Enter Enter the number of extra copy sets to make from the 10-Key Pad.

  • Page 82: Edge/Frame Erase

    3-49 7. Auxiliary Functions Edge/Frame Erase The copier erases a margin of a set width along the four edges, one edge, or at the center to erase shadows or other unwanted images. This feature is effective in erasing the communications record on a document received by fax.
  • Page 83 3-50 7. Auxiliary Functions Using a Particular Edge/Frame Erase Function Touch Edge/Frame Erase NOTE The erase width represents that on the copy, not on the original. So, use care when making a reduction or enlargement copy. Example: Erasing the center of a Ledger size book on a copy reduced by 0.500.
  • Page 84 3-51 7. Auxiliary Functions Loading the Originals for Edge/Frame Erase <Using the Document Feeder> <Using the Glass> Erase Function Original Placement Erase Function Original Placement Left Edge Erase Left Edge Erase 1149o207 1149o213 1149o101 1149o109 Right Edge Erase Right Edge Erase 1149o208 1149o102 1149o214...
  • Page 85 3-52...

  • Page 86: Chapter 4 Using The User Mode

    Chapter 4 Using the User Mode...

  • Page 87: Job Memory Input And Job Recall

    1. Job Memory Input and Job Recall Job Memory Input Up to 10 different, frequently used copying job programs can be stored in memory and recalled later as necessary. If “100 Accounts” or “1000 Accounts” is selected for “Copy Track” of Administrator Mode under User’s Choice, five more jobs can be stored in memory for each account (only for account #1 to #10), in addition to the ordinary jobs.
  • Page 88 1. Job Memory Input and Job Recall To check for the details of the job stored, touch Check and then touch the job number key. 1149o359CA The job settings appear on the Touch Panel. 1149o360CA After you have checked the settings, touch Exit Touch on the Job Memory Input...
  • Page 89 1. Job Memory Input and Job Recall Deleting a Program Press the User Mode key. Touch Exit Then, the Basic screen reappears. User Mode 1134p356 Touch Job Memory Input 1149o362 C1173P034CA Touch Delete , then touch the job number key from which you want to delete a job program.

  • Page 90: Recalling A Job From Memory

    1. Job Memory Input and Job Recall Recalling a Job from Memory Press the Job Recall key. Job Recall 1134p365 Touch the number key in which the desired job has been stored. 1149o363 If you want to recall a job from Account Job memory, touch Account Job and then the...

  • Page 91: Meter Count, Toner Replenisher, And Drum Dehumidifier

    2. Meter Count, Toner Replenisher, and Drum Dehumidifier Meter Count Touching “Meter Count” allows you to check the total count of each of the following five counters. Total Counter 2-Sided Total Shows the total number of copies made since the Shows the number of 2-sided copies.

  • Page 92: Toner Replenisher

    2. Meter Count, Toner Replenisher, and Drum Dehumidifier Toner Replenisher Touching “Toner Replenisher” sets the copier into the auxiliary toner replenishing mode. The copier tends to exhaust the supply of toner rapidly when making a number of copies from an original with dark solid areas such as a photo.

  • Page 93: User's Choice

    3. User’s Choice The copier has been set so that the most frequently used settings are automatically selected in the initial mode. User's Choice allows you to select the default settings which are automatically selected in the initial mode according to your own needs. By setting defaults that are most frequently used, time and effort to make extra settings will be eliminated when the copier is turned ON or when Auto Panel Reset is activated.
  • Page 94 3. User’s Choice Mixed Original Detection Exposure Mode Priority Select whether to enable (“ON”) the Mixed Specify the default exposure mode selected Original Detection mode or not (“OFF”) when automatically when power is turned ON or panel power is turned ON or panel reset. reset, either “Auto”...
  • Page 95 4-10 3. User’s Choice Auto Panel Reset Intelligent Sort Select the time it takes the auto panel reset Select whether to turn “ON” or “OFF” the function to be activated from among “30 sec.,” “1 function that automatically switches between Sort min.,”...
  • Page 96 4-11 3. User’s Choice Custom 2in1 Special Paper It is possible to store in memory various settings Set up a drawer for special paper loading. that are automatically recalled when the 2-in-1 The initial setting is “Normal” for all drawers. copy is selected.
  • Page 97 4-12 3. User’s Choice Orig. Copy Default Administrator Mode Select the type of Orig. Copy setting selected This mode is used only by the administrator of automatically when the copier is turned ON or your copier. When Administrator Mode is panel reset.
  • Page 98 4-13 3. User’s Choice When “1000 Accounts” is selected: Total: Displays the count of the Total Counter. You can also clear the counter. Maximum Copy Sets Determine the number of copies or copy sets that can be set using the 10-Key Pad. The initial setting is “OFF.”...

  • Page 99: Making The User's Choice Settings

    4-14 3. User’s Choice Making the User’s Choice Set- tings Press the User Mode Key. Touch the key of the desired User’s Choice function. For example, touch User Mode Finishing Priority 1134p356 User’s Choice Touch C1173P026CA The following screen appears, on which NonSort is highlighted, indicating that it is selected.
  • Page 100 4-15 3. User’s Choice Enter Touch Repeat steps 3 to 6 to make new settings for other User’s Choice functions. Exit Touch C1173P027CA...

  • Page 101: Copy Track Function

    4-16 3. User’s Choice Copy Track Function The administrator of the copier should make the setting, either “100 Accounts” or “1000 Accounts.” Setting the Copy Track Function Press the User Mode key. Enter the administrator number using the 10-Key Pad. User Mode 1134p356 User’s Choice...
  • Page 102 4-17 3. User’s Choice Initialize the Copy Track function data. For example, you may touch Enter C1173P028CA NOTE If you change the function, be sure to initialize the Copy Track data. Enter Touch Exit Touch C1173P016CA...
  • Page 103 4-18 3. User’s Choice Programming the ID # Administrator Mode An ID # can be programmed when “100 Touch Accounts” is selected. Press the User Mode key. User Mode 1134p356 User’s Choice Touch 1149o372 Enter the administrator number using the 10-Key Pad.
  • Page 104 4-19 3. User’s Choice Enter Select the page number on which the target Touch account is shown. Exit Touch C1173P029CA Touch the ID # key of the target account. C1173P016CA C1173P030CA Enter the ID # from the 10-key Pad. Then, Enter touch 1149o243...
  • Page 105 4-20 3. User’s Choice Setting a Limit for Each Account Administrator Mode A Limit can be set when “100 Accounts” is Touch selected. Press the User Mode key. User Mode 1134p356 User’s Choice Touch 1149o372 Enter the administrator number using the 10-Key Pad.
  • Page 106 4-21 3. User’s Choice Enter Select the page number on which the target Touch account is shown. Exit Touch C1173P029CA C1173P016CA Touch the Limit key of the target account. C1173P031CA Enter a number for the Limit from the 10- Key Pad. Enter Then, touch 1149o244...
  • Page 107 4-22 3. User’s Choice Clearing Counters for Each Account Enter the administrator number using the 10- A counter can be cleared for each account when Key Pad. “100 Accounts” or “1000 Accounts” is selected. Press the User Mode key. User Mode 1134p356 1149o235 User’s Choice...
  • Page 108 4-23 3. User’s Choice Touch the counter key of the target account. C1173P032CA Enter Press the Clear key and then touch C1173P033CA NOTE If you want to clear the counters for other accounts, repeat steps 7 through 9. Enter Touch Exit Touch C1173P016CA...
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  • Page 110: Chapter 5 When A Message Appears

    Chapter 5 When a Message Appears...

  • Page 111: When The Message "The Current Paper Drawer Is Empty." Appears

    1. When the Message “The current Paper Drawer is empty.” Appears When the drawer currently selected for use runs out of paper, the message shown on the left appears. The current copy cycle is interrupted and you cannot start a new copy cycle. Use the following procedure to load paper into the Drawer.
  • Page 112 1. When the Message “The current Paper Drawer is empty.” Appears 2nd Drawer Slide out the 2nd drawer. Slide the drawer back in. C1173O014AA Slide the Edge Guides to align them with the size of the paper that is to be loaded. C1173O042AA NOTE Set the Edge Guides firmly.
  • Page 113 1. When the Message “The current Paper Drawer is empty.” Appears 3rd Drawer (Large Capacity) Press the Paper Descent Key and then slide Load another paper stack into the left half of the drawer out. the drawer, front side face down. Press the leading edge of the paper stack tightly up against the left side of the drawer.
  • Page 114 1. When the Message “The current Paper Drawer is empty.” Appears 3rd/4th Drawer (2-Drawer Unit) Slide out the drawer. C1173O018AA Load the paper stack into the drawer so that its front side faces down. C1173O013AA NOTE The paper should be loaded no higher than (Max.

  • Page 115: When The Message "Replenish Toner." Appears

    2. When the Message “Replenish Toner.” Appears The message shown on the left appears when toner is soon running out. You can still make copies, but the image density will become lighter and lighter. It is recommended therefore that you replace the Toner Bottle with a new one as soon as possible.
  • Page 116 2. When the Message “Replenish Toner.” Appears Ensuring that the arrows ( ) on the Toner Bottle are facing you, insert the bottle into position. C1173P043AA NOTE Insert the bottle all the way into the copier until the marking on the bottle is aligned with the marking on the Toner Bottle Holder.

  • Page 117: When The Message "The Staple Cartridge Is Empty." Appears

    3. When the Message “The Staple Cartridge is empty.” Appears The message shown on the left appears when the staples are running out in a copier system equipped with a Staple Sorter. Replace the Staple Cartridge with a new one by following the procedure given below.
  • Page 118 3. When the Message “The Staple Cartridge is empty.” Appears Close the Stapler Door and slide the Staple NOTES Sorter back against the copier. • Replace the Staple Cartridge only after you are prompted to do that by the message. Removing Place a sheet of paper into the 1st Bin of the the Staple Cartridge before then will result in Staple Sorter.
  • Page 119 5-10 3. When the Message “The Staple Cartridge is empty.” Appears 20-Bin Staple Sorter Taking hold of the Lock Release Lever of the NOTE Staple Sorter, slide the Staple Sorter away Check that no portion of the staple belt hangs from the copier.
  • Page 120 5-11 3. When the Message “The Staple Cartridge is empty.” Appears Touch Staple * The Staple Sorter automatically test- staples the paper 2 to 3 times. 1149o320 Remove the sheet of paper and check that staples have been driven into it. C1173O020AA * If no staples are evident, place another sheet of paper into the 1st Bin and repeat steps 7, 8, and...
  • Page 121 5-12 4. When the Message “A paper misfeed has been detected.” Appears If a paper misfeed occurs during a copy cycle, the message shown on the left appears and that particular copy cycle is stopped in the middle of operation. Clear the misfed sheet of paper according to the procedure given below.

  • Page 122: When The Message "A Paper Misfeed Has Been Detected." Appears

    5-13 4. When the Message “A paper misfeed has been detected.” Appears Misfeed Clearing Procedures Copier (Fusing/Transport Section) Slightly lift up the Upper Half of the copier NOTE and unlock Stopper . Gently swing Be careful not to touch the areas marked with down and lock the Upper Half of the copier.
  • Page 123 5-14 4. When the Message “A paper misfeed has been detected.” Appears Copier (Paper Take-Up Section) Open the Front Door. Turn the Lock Release Slightly lift up the Upper Half of the copier Lever counterclockwise to unlock and swing and unlock Stopper .
  • Page 124 5-15 4. When the Message “A paper misfeed has been detected.” Appears Copier (Multi Bypass Tray) Unload the stack of paper from the Multi Fan the paper and reload it on the Multi Bypass Tray. Bypass Tray. 1139o209 1139o216 Open the Front Door. Turn the Lock Release Lever counterclockwise to unlock and swing up the Upper Half of the copier.
  • Page 125 5-16 4. When the Message “A paper misfeed has been detected.” Appears Paper Feed Cabinet (2-Drawer Unit) Paper Feed Cabinet (Large Capacity) Open the Lower Right Door and pull out the Open the Lower Right Door and pull out the sheet of paper.
  • Page 126 5-17 4. When the Message “A paper misfeed has been detected.” Appears Duplex Unit Open the Front Door. Turn the Lock Release Slightly lift up the Upper Half of the copier Lever counterclockwise to unlock and swing and unlock Stopper .
  • Page 127 5-18 4. When the Message “A paper misfeed has been detected.” Appears Duplexing Document Feeder Remove the original stack from the Close Document Feed Tray. Remove the original from the Original Glass and lower the Duplexing Document Feeder. 1151o097 Swing open Document Feed Unit Door and gently pull out the original.
  • Page 128 5-19 4. When the Message “A paper misfeed has been detected.” Appears Automatic Document Feeder Remove the original stack from the Remove the original from the Original Glass Document Feed Tray. and lower the Automatic Document Feeder. 1139o084 1151o097 Add the number of originals indicated on the Swing open Document Feed Unit Door Touch Panel to the bottom of the original and gently pull out the original.
  • Page 129 5-20 4. When the Message “A paper misfeed has been detected.” Appears Sorter/Staple Sorter 10-Bin 20-Bin Holding the Lock Release Lever, slide the Holding the Lock Release Lever, slide the Sorter/Staple Sorter away from the copier. Sorter/Staple Sorter away from the copier. C1173O046AA C1173O019AA Pull out the copy from the transport section.

  • Page 130: When Appears

    5-21 5. When Appears When appears in the lower left corner of the Touch Panel, it means that part of the copier mechanism is malfunctioning. Call your Technical Representative immediately. If a function involving the malfunctioning component is selected, the message “The XXX is malfunctioning.

  • Page 131: What Does Each Message Mean

    5-22 6. What Does Each Message Mean? Message Cause Action A malfunction was detected. The copier malfunctioned and is Open/close the front door to reset The SMART controller has called unable to make copies. the message. If the message your Technical Representative. persists, write down the malfunction code given, turn off and unplug the copier.
  • Page 132 5-23 6. What Does Each Message Mean? Message Cause Action Sorter has reached its capacity. The Sorter Bin capacity has been Remove all copies from the Sorter Please remove all the copies reached and the copier is unable Bins. before proceeding any further. to make copies.
  • Page 133 5-24 6. What Does Each Message Mean? Message Cause Action Please load the originals into the The originals are not loaded in the Load the originals in the Document Feeder. document feeder, though a mode document feeder. that requires the document feeder (Cover, Page Insertion, etc.) has been set.

  • Page 134: Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

    Chapter 6 Troubleshooting...

  • Page 135: When This Type Of Copy Is Produced

    1. When This Type of Copy is Produced Symptom Possible Cause Action The image is too light. The exposure level for the Auto Change the setting of “Auto Exposure mode is set at Exposure Level” of User’s “Lighter.” Choice. p. 4-9 Or, cancel the Auto Exposure mode and select Manual Exposure to adjust the exposure...
  • Page 136 1. When This Type of Copy is Produced Symptom Possible Cause Action The copy has dark specks or The Original Glass is dirty. Wipe the Original Glass clean with a soft dry cloth. p. 7-10 spots. The Original Pad or Document Wipe the Original Pad or Document Feed Belt clean with a Feed Belt is dirty.

  • Page 137: The Copier Is Not Functioning As Designed

    2. The Copier is not functioning as designed Symptom Check for: Action The Touch Panel shows nothing. Is only the Start key lit up green? The copier is in the Energy Saver mode. Press any key on the con- trol panel to cancel Energy Saver. Auto Power-OFF is activated.

  • Page 138: Chapter 7 Miscellaneous

    Chapter 7 Miscellaneous...

  • Page 139: Specifications

    1. Specifications Copier EP3000 Type Desk Top Copier Platen Type Stationary Photoconductor Copying System Electrostatic Dry Powdered Image Transfer to Plain Paper Developing System Micro-Toning System Fusing System Lamp-Heated Roller Types of Originals Sheets, Books, and other three-dimensional objects Maximum Original Size: 11"...
  • Page 140 1. Specifications Duplexing Document Feeder AFR-12 Document Feeding Standard Mode : 1-sided original, 2-sided original, 2-in-1, Single Feeding System Mixed Original Detection Mode: 1-sided Mixed Original Detection 2-sided Mixed Original Detection Lightweight Original Mode Kinds of Original Plain paper Original Weight 1-sided original Mode, 2-in-1 Mode: 13-1/4 to 29-1/4 lbs.
  • Page 141 1. Specifications Sorter S-106 No. of Bins Sort Bins: 10 Modes Non-Sort Mode, Sort Mode, Group Mode Kinds of Paper Non-Sort Mode • Plain paper, Recycled paper • Special Paper Thick paper, Transparencies, Translucent paper Sort Mode, Group Mode • Plain paper, Recycled paper Paper Size Non-Sort Mode, Sort Mode, Group Mode: 5-1/2"...
  • Page 142 1. Specifications Staple Sorter ST-104 No. of Bins Sort Bins: 10 Modes Non-Sort Mode, Sort Mode, Group Mode, Sort-Staple Mode Kinds of Paper Non-Sort Mode • Plain paper, Recycled paper • Special Paper Thick paper, Transparencies, Translucent paper Sort Mode, Group Mode, Sort-Staple Mode •...
  • Page 143 1. Specifications Staple Sorter ST-210 No. of Bins Non-Sort Bin + 20 Sort Bins Modes Non-Sort Mode, Sort Mode, Group Mode, Sort-Staple Mode, Hole Punch Mode Kinds of Paper Non-Sort Mode, Hole Punch Mode • Plain paper, Recycled paper • Special Paper Thick paper, Transparencies, Translucent paper Sort Mode, Group Mode, Sort-Staple Mode •...
  • Page 144 1. Specifications Paper Feed Cabinet PF-206 (2-Drawer Type) Kinds of Paper Plain paper, Recycled paper: Weighing 16 to 24 lbs. Copy Paper Size 3rd Drawer: 5-1/2 8-1/2"L to 11" 17"L 4th Drawer: LetterL to 11" 17"L Paper Feeding System Automatic feeding from drawer Total Drawer Capacity: 1,100 sheets (20 lbs.) 550 sheets Power Source DC24V supplied from copier...

  • Page 145: Data Controller D

    1. Specifications Data Controller D-102 Name Data Controller D-102 Type Magnetically encoded card accessed Copy Counter Type of Cards Departmental, Register, Administration, Erasing, Time/Date, and Cleaning Card Departmental Cards Up to 999 groups Accommodated Display 7-segment, 16-digit liquid-crystal display Copy Count to be Stored in •...
  • Page 146 1. Specifications...

  • Page 147: Care Of The Copier

    7-10 2. Care of the Copier Cleaning Turn OFF the Power Switch of the copier when cleaning. Housing Original Pad Wipe the surface of the housing clean with a soft Wipe the surface of the Original Pad clean with a cloth dampened with mild home detergent.
  • Page 148 7-11 2. Care of the Copier Corona Units Document Transport Belt Gently slide out the Upper Corona Unit Wipe the surface of the Document Transport Cleaning Lever as far as it goes. Belt clean with a soft cloth dampened with mild home detergent.

  • Page 149: Function Combination Matrix

    7-12 3. Function Combination Matrix Basic Orig. Copy Functions Set Last Paper Zoom Functions Set First Auto Paper Paper Manual Paper Auto Size Fixed Ratio Zoom Zoom Memory 1[2in1] 2[2in1] [2in1] 2[2in1] Book Book Mixed Orig. Non-Sort Sort Group Sort-&-Staple Manual Staple Hole Punch Cover...
  • Page 150 7-13 3. Function Combination Matrix Finishing Auxiliary Functions Set Last Inter- File Margin leaving Functions Set First Auto Paper Paper Manual Paper Auto Size Zoom Fixed Ratio Zoom Memory 1[2in1] 2[2in1] [2in1] 2[2in1] Book Book Mixed Orig. Non-Sort Sort Group Sort-&-Staple Manual Staple Hole Punch...

  • Page 151: Conditions For Combined Functions

    7-14 3. Function Combination Matrix Conditions for Combined Functions A: The functions cannot be combined. (One of the functions must be canceled before a copy cycle can be initiated. Acceptable, however, is a combination with Cover, Page Insertion, or OHP Interleaving.) B: The combination is possible if Auto Paper or Auto Size has been set, but not if Manual is set.

  • Page 152: Description Of Copy Paper Size And Zoom Ratio Table

    7-15 4. Description of Copy Paper Size and Zoom Ratio Table Paper Size Name Size (Metric) Size (Inch) 297mm 420mm 11-3/4" 16-1/2" 210mm 297mm 8-1/4" 11-3/4" 148mm 210mm 5-3/4" 8-1/4" 105mm 148mm 4-1/4" 5-3/4" 257mm 364mm 10" 14-1/4" 182mm 257mm 7-1/4"...
  • Page 153 7-16 4. Description of Copy Paper Size and Zoom Ratio Table Zoom ratio table (Original Size to Copy Paper Size) Metric Areas Inch Areas Original Size Copy Paper Zoom Ratio Original Size Copy Paper Zoom Ratio Size Size 0.707 11" 14" 0.823 0.500 Legal...

  • Page 154: Index

    7-17 5. Index (2in1) p. 3-20 1 p. 3-20 Description of Copy Paper Size pp. 7-15, 7-16 2 p. 3-20 Drum Dehumidifier p. 4-7 2(2in1) p. 3-21 Drum Dehumidifier (User’s Choice) p. 4-10 1(2in1) 1 p. 3-21 1 p. 3-20 2 p.
  • Page 155 7-18 5. Index Special Paper Setting p. 3-13 Start Key p. 2-12 Making the User’s Choice Settings p. 4-14 Stop Key p. 2-12 Manual Bypass Copying p. 3-10 Storing a Ratio in Memory p. 3-17 Manual Expo. Adjust (User’s Choice) p. 4-9 Storing a Zoom Ratio p.
  • Page 156 Copyright 1998 MINOLTA CO., LTD. The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice to incorporate improvements made on the product or products the manual covers. MINOLTA CO., LTD. Image Information Products Marketing Headquarters 1998. 10 3-13, 2-Chome, Azuchi-Machi, Chuo-ku, Osaka 541-8556, Japan...

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