Commonly Asked Questions - Ricoh C231 Service Manual

1. How far can I have the Controller from the computer?
- The official specification for parallel cables recommends a length not greater than 10 feet (approximately
3 meters), however you can probably use a cable up to 25 feet (approximately 8 meters) without
encountering any line communication problems.
- The AppleTalk specification recommends a cable length of not greater than 1000 feet (approximately
300 meters) which should not be exceeded.
2. How far can I have the Controller from the Priport?
- The official specification allows for a 10-foot (approximately 3-meter) cable. A 6-foot (approximately 2-
meter) cable was supplied with the Controller, but you can probably use a cable up to 20 feet
(approximately 6 meters) if necessary. The farther the Priport is from the computer, the greater the
potential for line communication problems.
3. How many computers can you run from the Controller?
- Two. One IBM or compatible connected to the parallel port AND one Apple Macintosh or Macintosh
network connected to the AppleTalk port.
4. Will the Controller work with a laptop or notebook computer?
- Yes, all computers connect to the Controller as if it were a standard computer printer. The GDI or
QuickDraw driver will need to be installed in each computer.
5. Is any special wiring required for the Controller?
- No, it will work on 110 or 220-volt systems by using the appropriate power cord.
6. How much RAM memory does the Controller have?
- It comes standard with 4 megabytes of RAM.
7. What if my file size is over 4 megabytes? Will the Controller be able to process the file?
- Under most circumstances, the answer is yes, due to a process built into the Controller called image
compression. However, some images can not be compressed successfully.
8. Can you add additional memory?
- Yes, the Controller can be upgraded to 8 or 16 megabytes of RAM. Please contact your local Sales
Representative for more details on this upgrade.
9. Must you configure all software when you install the Controller?
- No. Once the driver is installed in Windows 3.1 or Windows 95 on the PC or in the Chooser on the
Macintosh, all software application programs can use it.
10. Will the Controller work with Windows 3.1? Windows 95? Macintosh?
- Yes! But different configuration programs and printer drivers must be installed for each operating
system.
11. Will the Controller work with all application software programs?
- All Windows 3.1, Windows 95 and Macintosh programs can send documents to the Controller.
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