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  • Page 1 Riso shall not be responsible for any damage or expense that might result from the use of this manual. As we are constantly improving our products, the machine may differ in some respects from the illustrations used in this manual.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Welcome to the ME Series Model ..................7 About This User’s Guide...................... 7 Icons Used in This Manual ....................8 Before Starting to Use Safety Guide - Installation ....................10 Installation .........................10 Power connection .......................10 Grounding ...........................11 Safety Guide - Handling and Operation................12 Operation Environment.......................12 Machine Handling.......................12 USB Flash Drive .........................13...
  • Page 3 Contents When placing in the ADF unit (Option) ................42 Printing from Paper Documents ..................44 Dual-Color Printing with 2 Originals..................44 Printing with Mono-Color ....................49 Printing from a Computer Data [Direct Print] [USB Job List] ..........54 Printing Computer Data [Direct Print] .................54 Printing USB Data [USB Job List]..................57 Changing Output Directions ....................60 Changing Stop Timing ......................62...
  • Page 4 Contents Functions for Printing Changing the Print Speed [Print Speed Adjustment] ............. 114 Printing at High Speed [High Speed]................115 Setting “High Speed” ......................115 Adjusting the Print Density [Print Density Adjustment] ..........116 Adjusting the Print Position [Print Position Adjustment] [1=2 Alignment] ....... 117 Adjusting the Print Position of Both Print Drums (Cylinders) Together ......118 Printing Proof Copies [Proof] ..................
  • Page 5 Contents Print the original from the last page [Output reversal] ............. 176 Proof and Print (with the Optional ADF unit installed) [ADF Semi-Auto] ......178 Selecting Scanning Sides When Using the Auto Document Feeder DX-1 [Scanning Side -ADF] ...................... 180 Specifying the Scanning Side ...................183 Rotating the Original 180 Degrees to Make a Master [Rotate]........
  • Page 6 Contents Replacing Consumables Check for Remaining Amount of Consumables............... 240 Replacing the Master Roll ....................242 Replacing the Ink Cartridge .................... 245 Emptying the Master Disposal Box ................. 247 Replacing the Print Drum (Cylinder)................249 Removing the Print Drum (Cylinder).................249 Installing the Print Drum (Cylinder)...................251 Disposal of Depleted Consumables ................
  • Page 7: Welcome To The Me Series Model

    This book explains the mechanisms and operational flow of Dual-Color and Easy 2Color printing, and general tips for printing in an easy-to-understand language. RISO Printer Driver User’s Guide (included as a PDF file in the attached CD-ROM) This user’s guide explains the procedures for printing from a computer.
  • Page 8: Icons Used In This Manual

    Icons Used in This Manual The following icons are used in this manual. About the Notation The following icons are used throughout the document. WARNING: Ignoring this warning could cause death or serious injury. Caution: Ignoring this caution could cause injury or damage to property. Important!: Indicates items that require special attention or that are prohibited actions.
  • Page 9 The notation for Operational Instructions and Function Descriptions The following conventions are used to explain functions and operations. Chapter Title Display Shows the screen as seen at each step. Operation Procedure The operational procedures are outlined in steps. Follow these steps. About the content of this manual and the illustrations •...
  • Page 10: Before Starting To Use

    Before Starting to Use Safety Guide - Installation This section describes the precautions to be observed when installing the machine. Read this section before install- ing the machine. Note: • Your dealer (or authorized service representative) will help you to determine a proper location for the machine at the time of delivery.
  • Page 11: Grounding

    Before Starting to Use Caution: • Pull out the power cord plug from the electrical outlet more than once a year and clean the prongs of the plug and their surroundings. Dust collected on these areas can result in fire. Important!: •...
  • Page 12: Safety Guide - Handling And Operation

    Before Starting to Use Safety Guide - Handling and Operation This section describes the precautions to be observed when handling the machine. Read this section before operat- ing the machine. Operation Environment Important!: • Operate the machine under the following appropriate environment conditions. Temperature range: 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F) Humidity range: 40% to 70% (noncondensing) Machine Handling...
  • Page 13: Usb Flash Drive

    Consumables Important!: • For Ink and Master Roll, it is recommended to use the products specified by Riso. • Genuine RISO Inks and Master Roll are engineered for maximum performance and maximum life. However, all supplies can and do deteriorate over time. We recommend that you use Ink and Master Roll as soon as possible after purchase, and within 18 months from the date of manufacturing.
  • Page 14: Connection With A Computer

    USB cable port Less than 3m (10 feet) Hi-Speed USB USB port on your computer Network connections • Cable: Ethernet cable Shielded cable that supports 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX Note: • The optional RISO Network Card is required. Connection with a Computer...
  • Page 15: Software Installation

    Software Installation Before printing from a computer connected to the machine via a USB cable, the RISO Printer Driver must be installed. Before printing from a computer connected to the machine via a network, both the RISO Printer Driver and RISO Net- work Card must be installed.
  • Page 16: Paper Recommendations

    • Depending on the type of paper used, paper dust may be generated when using the machine. Please clean and ventilate the area adequately. Riso does not assure that paper outside the above specifications can pass through the machine and can be used for printing.
  • Page 17: Tips For Better Paper Feeding

    Before Starting to Use Tips for Better Paper Feeding To prevent paper jams and misfeeds, follow the directions below: • When using standard or light-weight paper, set the Paper Feed Pressure Adjustment Lever to “NORMAL” ( Then open all four Paper Arrangers. p.39, p.40 •...
  • Page 18: Originals

    Before Starting to Use Originals Size and Weight Restrictions Usable originals are as follows. Used Device Name Size Weight 50 mm × 90 mm to 310 mm × 432 mm Glass Platen Max. 10 kg (22 lb) " × 3 "...
  • Page 19: Maximum Printing Areas And Margins

    Maximum Printing Area Usable Maximum Print Paper Size 291 mm × 425 mm Ledger " × 16 ") ME 9450 291 mm × 203 mm Letter " × 8") 320 mm × 432 mm " × 17") 291 mm × 413 mm "...
  • Page 20: Getting Acquainted

    Getting Acquainted Function and Name of Each Part Master Disposal Box 1 ( p.247) Platen Cover Holds discarded masters. Opened and closed when placing the original. Feed Tray Ascent / Descent Button ( p.39) Platen Cover Pad ( p.255) Lowers the Paper Feed Tray when changing or adding Glass Platen ( p.42, p.255) paper.
  • Page 21 Getting Acquainted Print Drum (Cylinder) Release Button ( p.249) Paper Jumping Wing ( p.123) Unlocks the Print Drum (Cylinder) for removal. Automatically adjusts to keep the printed paper neatly stacked. Print Drum (Cylinder) 1 ( p.249) Front Cover Receiving Tray Paper Guides ( p.40) Aligns the printed paper neatly.
  • Page 22: Optional Devices

    Getting Acquainted Optional Devices Auto Document Feeder AF-VI:II The Feeder can hold approximately 50 original sheets (80 g/m (21-lb bond)). Place the original face-down. ( p.43) ADF Original Receiving Tray Scanned originals are ejected into this tray. ADF Original Release Lever ( p.267) If an original is jammed, pull this lever to the right to eject it from the ADF unit.
  • Page 23 Getting Acquainted Auto Document Feeder DX-1 The Feeder can hold approximately 50 original sheets (80 g/m (21-lb bond)). ( p.43) Both sides of the original can be scanned automatically. Select the side (front or reverse) to be scanned. ( p.180) ADF Cover ( p.268) Jammed or misfed originals can be removed from the ADF unit by opening this cover.
  • Page 24: Control Panel

    Getting Acquainted Control Panel The Control Panel features permanent keys such as . It also has a large-size display that shows var- ious messages and function buttons. This section describes hardware key names and functions, as well as the display window and its functions. MODE Key Print Speed Adjustment Keys / Indicator ( p.114)
  • Page 25 Getting Acquainted 20 21 19 18 17 14 15 16 Start Key Progress Arrows Starts master-making, print processing, or executes Indicates master-making and printing progress status. specified operations. The key lights up only when the key is active. Master-Making Indicator Proof Key ( p.120) Master-Making Use when you want to check the print result after adjust-...
  • Page 26: Display

    Getting Acquainted Display The Screens and their Various Stages When the power is turned on, after a brief display of the Start-Up Screen, the initial screen appears. Mode Screen Power ON Initial Screen (Ex.) Start-Up Screen (Ex.) When the optional Document Storage Card or USB Flash Drive is attached Note: •...
  • Page 27: Other Screens

    Getting Acquainted Basic Screen Other Screens Selections Screen Touch [MasterMake] to display the Master Making Basic Screen. Quickly change the settings for a function or open its screen. Touch [Printing] to display the Print Basic Screen. Functions Screen Access to a variety of functions. Note: •...
  • Page 28 Getting Acquainted Tip: About the Recognition Screen This machine is equipped with a User Management function. ( p.130, p.196 “Admin.”). If “User Manage- ment” is set, the Recognition Screen is displayed. If one of the screens shown below is displayed, input the PIN Code or connect the registered USB Flash Drive.
  • Page 29: About Modes

    Getting Acquainted About Modes Touch the Mode button on the Mode Screen to view the basic screens of various modes. Print Mode When you touch the button, you can perform Dual-Color Printing using Print Drum (Cylinder) 1 and Print Drum (Cylinder) 2. When you touch the button, you can perform Mono-Color printing using only Print Drum (Cylinder) 1.
  • Page 30 Getting Acquainted Selection of the operation On the Operation Screen displayed after selecting the Print Mode, you can select the operation of the machine (the operation that you are going to perform). Master Make Printing Scan the original set on the Glass Platen and make Print with the master currently on the Print Drum a master.
  • Page 31: Basic Screen Layout

    Getting Acquainted Basic Screen Layout The name and function of each area of all Basic Screens are described below. The display of the Basic Screen differs depending on whether you are printing from a paper document or printing from a computer. Note: •...
  • Page 32 Getting Acquainted Printing from a Computer Data Tab Area Paper Button (“Selections” and “Admin.” tabs are disabled) p.71 Touch a tab to display its screen. Process Job Properties Area A printing operation can be set to stop at certain points. (overrides driver settings) Properties of the current print job are displayed.
  • Page 33 Getting Acquainted Buttons on Touch Screen Select buttons by lightly touching with a finger. Touch again to cancel the selection. Avoid pressing the buttons with excessive force. Not Selected. Frequently Used Buttons Selected. Activates/Executes a setting. Grayed out buttons cannot be Cancels a setting.
  • Page 34: Basic Process For Dual-Color Printing

    Getting Acquainted Basic Process for Dual-Color Printing Dual-Color Printing with Print Drum (Cylinder) 1 (Black) and Print Drum (Cylinder) 2 (Color). There are three methods for Dual Color Printing: • Printing with 2 originals separated by color (For Print Drum (Cylinder) 1 and for Print Drum (Cylinder) 2). •...
  • Page 35 Getting Acquainted Master-making process Printing process Place the second original. A placed original is scanned by the scanner, and a generated master is rolled around the Print Drum (Cylinder) 2. After a while, proof copy with Dual-Color printing is printed. After checking the print result, enter the number of copies to be printed and start printing.
  • Page 36: Basic Process For Mono-Color Printing

    Getting Acquainted Basic Process for Mono-Color Printing Mono-Color Printing is performed using either of the Print Drums (Cylinders). There are two methods for printing as shown below. • Printing paper originals such as documents and books. • Printing data created with a computer. Important!: •...
  • Page 37 Getting Acquainted Master-making process Printing process After a while, proof copy with Mono-Color is performed. After checking the print result, enter the number of copies to be printed and start printing. The generated master is rolled around the Print Drum (Cylinder). After a while, proof copy with Mono-Color is performed.
  • Page 38: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations Preparing to Print First set up the Paper Feed Tray and Paper Receiving Tray of the machine. Important!: • Do not use unsuitable paper, or mix papers of different sizes. It might cause paper jams and damage the machine. p.16 Setting up the Paper Feed Tray and Loading the paper Turn the power ON.
  • Page 39: Closing The Paper Feed Tray

    Basic Operations Adding or Replacing Paper Note: • Custom size paper must be registered on the When you add paper or replace with paper of a different Admin. Screen before use. size at the time of printing, press the Feed Tray Ascent / p.204 Descent Button to lower the Paper Feed Tray.
  • Page 40: Setting Up The Paper Receiving Tray

    Basic Operations Setting up the Paper Receiving Tray Open the Paper Receiving Tray. Adjust the Paper Arrangers. Push out plates Push in Alignment of paper is affected by sizes and strength of paper. Adjust the Paper Arrangers so Position the Receiving Tray Paper that printed paper is aligned.
  • Page 41: Closing The Paper Receiving Tray

    Basic Operations Closing the Paper Receiving Tray Remove all the printed copies and follow the steps below. Slide the Paper Stopper to the edge of the Paper Receiving Tray and fold in. Pull up the Paper Arrangers, slide the Receiving Tray Paper Guides to the left and right as far as they will move and fold in.
  • Page 42: Placing The Original

    Basic Operations Placing the original When placing on the Glass Platen Open the Platen Cover and place the original face- Note: down. Align the center of the original with the mark on • If the Gauge Cover is installed, place the original the left-hand side of the glass.
  • Page 43 Basic Operations When using the ADF AF-VI:II Tip: Setting Direction (direction of text on the original) The original setting direction is decided by the number of pages set when using “Multi-Up Print” and “Layout” functions. Set the original according to the direction of text on the original seen from the touch panel side.
  • Page 44: Printing From Paper Documents

    Basic Operations Printing from Paper Documents Dual-Color Printing with 2 Originals The operating procedure for Dual-Color Printing by scanning the original by color (for Print Drum (Cylinder) 1 and Print Drum (Cylinder) 2) is explained here. Original for Print Result Print Drum (Cylinder) 1 Original for...
  • Page 45 Basic Operations Touch [MasterMake] on the Opera- Note: The following selections are available: tion Selection Screen. • Image ( p.64) • Scanning Contrast ( p.66) • Size ( p.67) • Paper ( p.71) • Auto Process ( p.72) • Dot Process ( p.73) •...
  • Page 46 Basic Operations Press the key. Set the print functions for the Print Drum (Cylinder) 2 original. Starts scanning the original for Print Drum (Cylin- der) 1. You can make various settings of the original for Once the scanning is completed, the master is Print Drum (Cylinder) 2 as needed.
  • Page 47 Basic Operations Check the proof copy result. Press the key. When a proof copy is printed, the Print Basic The specified number of copies will be printed. Screen will be displayed automatically. Note: • Press the key to interrupt printing opera- tion currently underway.
  • Page 48 Basic Operations Remove the printed paper. Open the Receiving Tray Paper Guides and remove the paper. Printing from Paper Documents...
  • Page 49: Printing With Mono-Color

    Basic Operations Printing with Mono-Color The operating procedure for Mono-Color Printing by using either Print Drum (Cylinder) 1 or Print Drum (Cylinder) 2 is explained here. Important!: • For Mono-Color printing, either Print Drum (Cylinder) 1 or Print Drum (Cylinder) 2 may be used, but we recommend using mainly Print Drum (Cylinder) 1.
  • Page 50 Basic Operations Configure print functions. • If the Mono-Color Printing Basic Screen is not showing, press the key to display the Mode Make sure the Master Making Basic Screen is dis- Screen. played and make various settings if needed. • Printing with Drum (Cylinder) 1 is explained here. If the Master Making Basic Screen is not dis- To use Print Drum (Cylinder) 2, see “Mono- played, press the...
  • Page 51 Basic Operations *1 This setting is available when the optional ADF Important!: unit is installed. • When the machine has not been used for a long *2 This setting is available only when a memory period of time, the print quality may suffer due card is attached.
  • Page 52 Basic Operations Press the key when print job is Note: When leaving a master made and wrapped complete. around Print Drum (Cylinder) 1 and only using The setting returns to its default value. Print Drum (Cylinder) 2, a warning message is dis- Note: played when printing.
  • Page 53 Basic Operations Tip: When registered USB Flash Drive Screen is displayed Operations on the Recognition Screen Connect the registered USB Flash Drive to the When “User Management” is set by the adminis- USB slot. trator, the users will be asked to identify them- selves (“User identification access”: if he/she is registered or not) during operations.
  • Page 54: Printing From A Computer Data [Direct Print] [Usb Job List]

    USB slot Note: • First, install a proper printer driver on your computer. See the “RISO Printer Driver User’s Guide” for installation details. • This manual provides only a summary of functions available when printing from a computer.
  • Page 55 Printing with Pause before ”Master” The Master Making Basic Screen in step 2) is paused depending on the use of the machine Document_1.doc Owner: RISO or Admin. settings. In this case, press the Date&Time: Apr25,XX 05:30 key. Format: A4...
  • Page 56 • Entering the number of copies from the Print Quantity Keys will override the number speci- fied in the Print dialog box. Document_1.doc Document_1.doc RISO RISO 10 10 • For “ID Print”, printing starts with specified Auto Process mode after recognition.
  • Page 57: Printing Usb Data [Usb Job List]

    USB Flash Drive starts master-making/ key are off. Turn the power ON. printing process as per the “Process” setting. p.38 For detailed settings, refer to the “RISO Printer • If the key is lit, the machine is in the Energy Driver User's Guide”.
  • Page 58 The USB Job List Screen (with “Non-ID Print”) is displayed. (The “ID Print Job” button is displayed on the screen.) USB Job List Close NewsLetter.doc Owner: RISO Date&Time: Apr25,XX 19:04 Format: A4 1_usb_folder Free Area: NewsLetter.doc Apr25,XX FaxReport.doc Apr25,XX SummaryTable.xls...
  • Page 59 Basic Operations Enter the number of copies using the Print Quantity Keys. The entered number is displayed on the Print Quantity Display. Press the key. Data is printed. After this, follow the same operations for paper documents. Printing from a Computer Data [Direct Print] [USB Job List]...
  • Page 60: Changing Output Directions

    Basic Operations Changing Output Directions Output can be controlled from the Master Making/Print Basic Screens. Document_1.doc Owner: RISO Date&Time: Apr25,XX 05:30 Format: A4 [Preview] You can check the master making image of the page currently awaiting creation. Note: • In “Preview”, all received original data is displayed as a master making image. The outside of print area is not actu- ally printed.
  • Page 61 Basic Operations When selecting [Skip Page] When selecting [Clear All] Touch [Skip Page]. Touch [Clear All]. Document_1.doc Document_1.doc Owner: RISO Owner: RISO Date&Time: Apr25,XX 05:30 Date&Time: Apr25,XX 05:30 Format: A4 Format: A4 Touch [OK]. Touch [OK]. Current Job will be Cleared...
  • Page 62: Changing Stop Timing

    Touch the “Process” function but- Touch [OK]. ton. Returns to Basic Screen. Process setting is updated. Document_1.doc Owner: RISO Date&Time: Apr25,XX 05:30 Format: A4 The Process Screen appears. Select the desired function. • [Auto-process ”ON”]: Makes a master then automatically prints.
  • Page 63 Basic Operations Printing from a Computer Data [Direct Print] [USB Job List]...
  • Page 64: Functions For Master-Making

    Functions for Master-Making Selecting Image Processing Mode [Image] In order to make a master best suited for the original document, select an appropriate mode depending on whether original contains only text, photo, or both of them. Note: • Default Image Processing mode can be set on the Admin. Screen. p.193 Touch [Page] on the Master Making Touch [Photo], [Duo], or [Pencil] to select more...
  • Page 65 Functions for Master-Making Touch [OK]. Returns to the Master Making Basic Screen. Image Processing mode is updated. Note: • Some functions are not available in certain Image Processing mode settings. Line Photo Pencil Dot Process — — Contrast (Auto) — —...
  • Page 66: Selecting Scanning Contrast For The Original [Contrast]

    Functions for Master-Making Selecting Scanning Contrast for the Original [Contrast] Scanning contrast can be adjusted to accommodate background color or Ink density of the original. Specify by selecting Auto or numeric levels (1-5). In the Auto mode, “Contrast” is automatically adjusted to the background color of the original for printing. Important!: •...
  • Page 67: Enlarging/Reducing Originals [Standard Ratio] [Margin+] [Free] [Zoom]

    Functions for Master-Making Enlarging/Reducing Originals [Standard Ratio] [Margin+] [Free] [Zoom] The document can be printed enlarged or reduced. The following methods can be used to enlarge/reduce the original: Standard Ratio Enlarging or reducing a standard-sized original (A4, B5, Letter, Legal, etc.) to print in another standard size. Auto The original can be automatically enlarged or reduced and printed according to the paper size in the Paper Feed Tray.
  • Page 68: Enlargement And Reduction By Standard Ratio [Standard Ratio] [Margin+] [Auto]

    Functions for Master-Making Enlargement and Reduction by Standard Ratio [Standard Ratio] [Margin+] [Auto] Touch [Size] on the Master Making Touch [OK]. Basic Screen. Returns to the Master Making Basic Screen. “Size” is updated. Touch the button corresponding to the desired size. Touch [100%] to restore the original size.
  • Page 69: Enlargement/Reduction Of A Changed Aspect Ration [Free]

    Functions for Master-Making Enlargement/Reduction of a Changed Aspect Ration [Free] Touch [Size] on the Master Making The reproduction size can be increased/ decreased in increments of 1%. Basic Screen. Note: • Print Quantity Keys can also be used to enter numbers.
  • Page 70: Enlarging And Reducing With The Zoom Function [Zoom]

    Functions for Master-Making Enlarging and Reducing with the Zoom Function [Zoom] Touch [Size] on the Master Making Note: Basic Screen. • Print Quantity Keys can also be used to enter numbers. • Press the key to restore the original size (100%).
  • Page 71: Using Custom-Sized Paper [Paper]

    Functions for Master-Making Using Custom-Sized Paper [Paper] The machine automatically detects standard-sized paper in the Paper Feed Tray to create master of correct size for printing. However, because non-standard paper sizes cannot be detected, they must be manually specified before a master is made.
  • Page 72: Automatic Printing [Auto-Process]

    Functions for Master-Making Automatic Printing [Auto-Process] Master-making and printing can be performed automatically in sequence. When “Auto-Process” is selected, simply enter the number of copies to print, then press the key. Note: • When printing is completed, Print Quantity will restore the number originally entered. •...
  • Page 73: Processing Photos With Dot Screen [Dot Process]

    Functions for Master-Making Processing Photos with Dot Screen [Dot Process] “Dot Process” function processes photo originals with dot screening in order to print more clearly. Select from four types of dot patterns. Important!: • If an “Image” is set to “Line” or “Pencil”, “Dot Process” cannot be used. Touch [Dot Process] on the Func- Touch [OK].
  • Page 74: Adjusting Photo Contrast [Contrast Adj]

    Functions for Master-Making Adjusting Photo Contrast [Contrast Adj] For originals that have ill-defined photos, adjust the contrast to print more clearly. There are two ways to adjust the contrast. Important!: • If an “Image” is set to “Line”, “Duo”, or “Pencil”, “Contrast Adj” cannot be used. Touch [Contrast Adj] on the Func- tions Screen.
  • Page 75: Adjusting Photo Gradation [Tone Curve]

    Functions for Master-Making Adjusting Photo Gradation [Tone Curve] You can adjust the light and shadow portions of a photo by 3 tones respectively. Important!: • If an “Image” is set to “Line”, “Tone Curve” cannot be used. Touch [Tone Curve] on the Func- tions Screen.
  • Page 76: Saving Ink [Ink Saving]

    Functions for Master-Making Saving Ink [Ink Saving] “Ink Saving” function makes a master that requires less Ink when printing. Important!: • The Ink consumption saving process may result in lighter prints than usual. • This function is not available at the time of printing. It must be selected before the master-making process is started.
  • Page 77: Printing Multiple Originals On One Sheet [2 Up] [Multi-Up Print]

    Functions for Master-Making Printing Multiple Originals on One Sheet [2 Up] [Multi-Up Print] “Multi-Up” function prints multiple originals on one sheet. 2 Up Prints two copies of the same original side-by-side on one sheet of paper. Note: • Using the optional ADF unit, two different originals can be printed side-by-side on one sheet of paper. Multi-Up Print One or multiple originals (up to 4) can be printed on a single sheet of paper.
  • Page 78: Original Orientation And Print Results

    Functions for Master-Making Original Orientation and Print Results The orientation of the original differs depending upon the number of images. The orientation and print results for each possibility are shown below. 2 Up Prints two copies of the same original side-by-side on one sheet of paper. Glass Platen Multi-Up Print For Single-Original and Multiple-Original:...
  • Page 79 Functions for Master-Making 4 Up (4 on 1) Single original For multiple originals Glass Platen 2nd original 1st original Up to 2 originals can be scanned. 8 Up (8 on 1) Single original For multiple originals Glass Platen 1st original 2nd original 3rd original 4th original...
  • Page 80 Functions for Master-Making 16 Up (16 on 1) Single original For multiple originals Glass Platen 1st original 2nd original 3rd original 4th original Up to 4 originals can be scanned. For Multi-Up Tickets: Glass Platen “Multi-Up Tickets” cannot be used with multiple originals. The number of images printed is determined by the width of the ticket.
  • Page 81: Margin

    Functions for Master-Making Margin Leave a margin of at least 5 mm ( ") on the top edge of the Glass Platen or the optional ADF unit. Allowing a proper margin is critical in well-balanced Multi-Up positioning. p.19 Note: • A margin on the top edge will remain regardless of the enlargement or reduction settings. 5mm ( ") Set Position...
  • Page 82: Up Operation

    Functions for Master-Making 2 Up Operation Select a Print mode Make necessary settings. Select Mono-Color or Dual-Color print. Afterwards, perform the same operation as the normal master-making and printing process. Note: The reproduction size needs to be set according • See p.29 for how to select a print mode.
  • Page 83: Operation For Multi-Up Printing

    Functions for Master-Making Operation for Multi-Up Printing Select a Print mode. Select a Page Size to use. Select Mono-Color or Dual-Color print. Touch the button to match the original size and touch [Next>]. Note: • See p.29 for how to select a print mode. Set the original and print paper.
  • Page 84 Functions for Master-Making Touch the button of the number of Important!: images to use. • When displaying the message “Place Another Original and Press Start Key. To Cancel, Press Stop Key”, the machine waits for the next original to be loaded. Set the next original and press the key while waiting (interval) time.
  • Page 85: Operation For Multi-Up Tickets

    Functions for Master-Making Operation for Multi-Up Tickets For “Multi-Up Tickets”, the specification of the short edge size of the original (the width) is used to calculate the number of images that can be printed on one sheet of paper (long edge of the print paper divided by ticket width). A ticket width of between 50 mm (2") and 210 mm (8.3") can be specified.
  • Page 86 Functions for Master-Making Select a Page size. Touch to specify the page width. Touch either one of the Page size button and touch [Next>]. (In “Multi-Up Tickets”, the Page Size selection will not affect the rest of the procedures.) Important!: •...
  • Page 87 Functions for Master-Making Press the key. Starts scanning the original. For Dual-Color printing, place the original for Print Drum (Cylinder) 2. Afterwards, perform the same operation as the normal master-making and printing process. Note: • To cancel a “Multi-Up Print” setting once it has been confirmed, follow step 3, touch [OFF] and then [OK] on the screen.
  • Page 88: Laying Out Continuous Originals On One Sheet Of Paper [Layout]

    Functions for Master-Making Laying out continuous originals on one sheet of paper [Layout] Continuously arranging several originals on one sheet of paper is called “Layout”. This function is convenient when you want to save paper and make stapled documents. Important!: •...
  • Page 89 Functions for Master-Making Layout order Set the order of the images when the printed paper is placed in the orientation that allows the characters on the original to be read. Ex.) Number of images: 8UP, Original orientation (orientation of characters on the original): Align Side L-top to R R-top to L L-top to B...
  • Page 90 Functions for Master-Making Select the Print mode. Touch [Layout] on the Functions Screen. Select Mono-Color or Dual-Color print. To select the print mode, see p.29. Set the original and print paper. Place the original on the Glass Platen or in the optional ADF unit.
  • Page 91 Functions for Master-Making Important!: For Mono-Color printing: • Check if the orientation of the originals has Repeat scanning until the set number of been set in the direction determined for the set images have been scanned. number of images. When the number of originals is smaller than the number of images, after all originals are Note: scanned, touch...
  • Page 92: Printing From Bound Documents [Book Shadow]

    Functions for Master-Making Printing from Bound Documents [Book Shadow] You can erase the binding “spine” shadow in the center when printing from such bound originals with facing as mag- azines and books. You can select the area to be erased (erasure width). Moreover, magazines or books can be spread open on the Glass Platen and their pages printed onto separate sheets.
  • Page 93 Functions for Master-Making Touch [Book Shadow] on the Func- Note: tions Screen. • In this case, “B” is printed first. Important!: • In Dual-Color printing, “Page split” is not availa- ble. Use this function with Mono-Color printing. • When “Page split” is set, use A4 or B5 as print- ing paper.
  • Page 94: Cutting The Top Margin Of The Original And Printing [Top Margin]

    Functions for Master-Making Cutting the Top Margin of the Original and Printing [Top Margin] You can cut the top portion of the margin to between 0 to 99 mm (0.0" to 3.9") and make a master. This feature enables you to skip the registration marks on the original and print on the finish-sized paper without any of these marks.
  • Page 95 Functions for Master-Making Touch to specify the cut width. You can set from 0 to 99 mm (0.0" to 3.9"). Note: • Print Quantity Keys can also be used to enter the numbers. Touch [OK]. Returns to the Functions Screen. Top Margin set- ting is updated.
  • Page 96: Adjusting The Master-Making Position [Binding Margin]

    Functions for Master-Making Adjusting the Master-Making position [Binding margin] You can make a master by putting the binding margin on either the top, bottom, left and right of the original. The adjustable range is from 0 to 50 mm (0.0" to 1 ") on the top, bottom, left and right.
  • Page 97 Functions for Master-Making Touch to specify the shift distance. Note: • Print Quantity Keys can also be used to enter a value. • When you touch [Reduction], the image with- out a Shift designated for the Margin mode becomes the print image and the size is reduced around the center of the print image so that the original is completely printed within the paper.
  • Page 98: Making A Master That Utilizes The Maximum Printing Area [Max. Scan]

    Be sure to check the sizes of the original document and the printing paper first. Maximum Printing Area ME 9450: Ledger 291 mm × 425 mm (11 " × 16 ") ME 9450: Letter 291 mm × 203 mm (11 "...
  • Page 99: Dual-Color Printing With 1 Original [Easy 2Color]

    Functions for Master-Making Dual-Color Printing with 1 Original [Easy 2Color] “Easy 2Color” is a function for making a master by dividing the data into a dark-colored part and a light-colored part when scanning one original with the scanner. The dark-colored part is assigned to Print Drum (Cylinder) 1 and the light-colored part is assigned to Print Drum (Cylinder) 2 when making a master.
  • Page 100: Red Color

    Functions for Master-Making Note: • A button for frequently used separation can be displayed on the Functions Screen. If you select either one of the separations by “Easy 2Color” under Admin. Screen, the button with the name of the selected separation can be dis- played on the Functions Screen.
  • Page 101 Separates handwriting written using the recommended pen or red pencil on originals from black printed images by a RISO printer or Ink-jet printer (documents printed with a lighter shade of black, or with water-based Ink, etc.). The master of the prior original is created on Print Drum (Cylinder) 1, the handwritten portion on Print Drum (Cylinder) 2 (Reversed when [Sw.Color] is selected).
  • Page 102: Specified Area

    Functions for Master-Making Specified Area Separates the original that has been circled directly upon with the recommended pen in the desired area. The master of portion outside the specified area is created on Print Drum (Cylinder) 1, the portion within the specified area is created on Print Drum (Cylinder) 2.
  • Page 103: Color Editor

    Functions for Master-Making Note: • About the Separation Sheet Use the Separation Sheet if you are using an original that you cannot write on. Also use the Separation Sheet for separating originals with photos or color images. The Separation Sheet should be a white sheet of paper the same size as the original.
  • Page 104 Functions for Master-Making Flow of operation (except for Color editor) Preparation of original Setting an original Easy 2Color setting (After preview check) for separation Other printing settings Print (Hand-writing, Specified Area, etc.) Flow of operation (Color editor) Set a hard-copy Easy 2Color setting Separation setting (After preview check)
  • Page 105 Functions for Master-Making • Areas that are 10 mm × 10 mm ( " × ") or less will not be recognized as a specified area. • Do not create dark points on the pen line. • Up to 20 pen areas can be created on one original. An error will occur if you select more than 20 areas. •...
  • Page 106: Operating Procedures For Easy 2Color

    Functions for Master-Making Operating Procedures for Easy 2Color Select a Print mode. Touch the button of the separation to use. Select Dual-Color print. Note: • See p.29 for how to select a print mode. Set the original and print paper. Place the original on the Glass Platen or in the optional ADF unit.
  • Page 107 Functions for Master-Making Setting an Original with the Separation Sheet For the “Separation Sheet”, you must scan the Area Specification Sheet prior to scanning the original. Place the Separation Sheet. Place the original. When placing on the Glass Platen When placing on the Glass Platen: Place the Separation Sheet on the Glass Remove the Separation Sheet from the glass Platen face-down by aligning the center, and...
  • Page 108: Use The Color Editor

    Multi-Point. After creation of the area, touch [Exit Editing] and select [Print] or [Save]. Select the original and touch [OK]. Refer to the “RISO Editor User’s Guide” in a sep- Note: arate volume for information on input method and Basic Screen / operation of the editor.
  • Page 109: Checking The Print Image Prior To Making Master [Preview]

    Functions for Master-Making Checking the Print Image Prior to Making Master [Preview] You can check what the actual master will look like by previewing an image of the scanned original or an image of the data sent from a computer. This function is handy for making sure that the “Easy 2Color” separation was suc- cessful, and for checking the layout or final image of a Multi-Up job.
  • Page 110: Actions Available On The Preview Screen

    Functions for Master-Making Note: • It shows the scanned original as-is. A margin is required when actually printing. Check to make sure that the mar- gins are sufficient. Also, the actual print is confined to the maximum printing range of the Print Drum (Cylinder), so the image may be cut off.
  • Page 111: Checking And Printing The Preview Display

    Functions for Master-Making Checking and Printing the Preview Display The operational procedures for “Printing from the Original Document” are explained below. Place an original. Check the preview image. Touch [Preview] on the Functions Screen. Note: • You can use various controls on this screen to check the image.
  • Page 112: Switching Masters Of Just One Print Drum (Cylinder) [Oneside Mastermake]

    Functions for Master-Making Switching Masters of Just One Print Drum (Cylinder) [OneSide MasterMake] When Dual-Color printing, you can switch just one of the two originals and print. This is a handy function when printing different letters using the same letterhead. Simply create another master for the text, retaining the original master for the letterhead.
  • Page 113 Functions for Master-Making Press the key. A master is made on the Print Drum (Cylinder) specified in step 3 and Print Basic Screen appears. Check the proof copy result. When a proof copy is printed, the Print Basic Screen appears. Check the proof copy;...
  • Page 114: Functions For Printing

    Functions for Printing Changing the Print Speed [Print Speed Adjustment] You can select the print speed from five levels; from 60 to 120 sheets/minute. You can adjust the print speed while printing is in progress. Note: • Set the default print speed on the Admin. Screen. The factory default is level 3 (approximately 100 sheets/minute).
  • Page 115: Printing At High Speed [High Speed]

    Functions for Printing Printing at High Speed [High Speed] By using “High Speed”, you can print faster than you can by simply adjusting the “Print Speed”. Setting “High Speed” Important!: • When internal temperature of the machine is lower than 15°C (59°F), “High Speed” button is grayed out and cannot be used.
  • Page 116: Adjusting The Print Density [Print Density Adjustment]

    Functions for Printing Adjusting the Print Density [Print Density Adjustment] You can select the print density from five levels by each Print Drum (Cylinder). You can adjust the print density while printing is in progress. Important!: • “Print Density” is not available when [Ink Saving] is selected. p.76 Note: •...
  • Page 117: Adjusting The Print Position [Print Position Adjustment] [1=2 Alignment]

    Functions for Printing Adjusting the Print Position [Print Position Adjustment] [1=2 Alignment] The print position on the paper can be adjusted for each Print Drum (Cylinder). Adjustment range Vertical direction: ±15mm (± ") Horizontal direction: ±10mm (± ") The positioning may be adjusted while printing is in progress. Important!: •...
  • Page 118: Adjusting The Print Position Of Both Print Drums (Cylinders) Together

    Functions for Printing The Print Basic Screen shows current vertical/horizon- tal adjustment. Adjusting the Print Position of Both Print Drums (Cylinders) Together Adjust the print position of one of Touch [Basic] to check the Print the Print Drums (Cylinders). Basic Screen. The adjustments are displayed on the Print Basic Screen.
  • Page 119 Functions for Printing Tip: Making Fine Adjustments to the Print Position If the settings are such that “Fine Adjust Mode” can be set, the print position can be finely adjusted in 0.1 mm ( ") increments (the normal increment is 0.5 mm ( ")).
  • Page 120: Printing Proof Copies [Proof]

    Functions for Printing Printing Proof Copies [Proof] After making adjustments to the print position or density, check the print quality in a proof copy. Proof copies are not counted towards the number of copies displayed on the Print Quantity Display. Note: The machine will continue to print proof copies if the key is held down.
  • Page 121: Prevent Paper Jams When Using Special Paper [D-Feed Check]

    Functions for Printing Prevent Paper Jams When Using Special Paper [D-Feed Check] This printer monitors for multiple paper feeds. If a feed of more than one sheet is detected, the print job automatically stops and “D-Feed Check” is executed. The multiple paper feed detector is calibrated for normal print paper. Depending on the type of paper used, double feeding may be detected and an error displayed even when one sheet of paper is properly supplied.
  • Page 122: Extending The Drying Time [Interval]

    Functions for Printing Extending the drying time [Interval] A sheet of paper is normally fed and printed with each Print Drum (Cylinder) rotation, but by extending the paper feed interval, the Ink has more time to dry, which prevents Ink marks on the back of the next sheet. The paper feed interval (skip rotation) can be set from 1 - 10.
  • Page 123: Paper Feed/Output Settings For Special Paper And Printing Types [Jump Wing Control] [Special Paper Ctrl]

    Functions for Printing Paper Feed/Output Settings for Special Paper and Printing Types [Jump Wing Control] [Special Paper Ctrl] Paper feed and output settings can be adjusted when using special paper or uneven print finishes. Jump Wing Control The following steps retrieves pre-configured custom settings for the Paper Jumping Wing.
  • Page 124: Setting The Jump Wing Control [Jump Wing Control]

    Functions for Printing Setting the Jump Wing Control [Jump Wing Control] Touch [Jump Wing Control] on the Func- tions Screen. “Jump Wing Control” is selected. Paper Feed/Output Settings for Special Paper and Printing Types [Jump Wing Control] [Special Paper Ctrl]...
  • Page 125: Saving Settings And Renaming The Parameter Names In The Parameter List

    Functions for Printing Saving settings and renaming the parameter names in the Parameter List Touch [Special Paper Ctrl] on the Touch [Entry/Call]. Functions Screen. Parameter List Screen is displayed. Adjust [Paper Feed Adj.] and [Paper Touch an unused button. Eject Adj]. Note: •...
  • Page 126 Functions for Printing Touch [OK]. Touch the character buttons to enter a new name. Returns to the Parameter List after the settings Change capitalization by selecting the [Small] or have been saved. [Capital] button. The name of each parameter can be changed for p.157 your convenience.
  • Page 127: Retrieving Settings From The Parameter List

    Functions for Printing Retrieving Settings from the Parameter List Touch [Special Paper Ctrl] on the Touch the button to retrieve. Functions Screen. Unregistered buttons are grayed out and are not available. Returns to the Special Paper Ctrl Screen and the desired setting is retrieved.
  • Page 128: Making Changes To Special Paper Ctrl Setting

    Functions for Printing Making changes to Special Paper Ctrl Setting Display the Parameter List Screen. Follow steps 1 to 2 ( p.127). Touch [Retrieve]. Touch the button to change. Change the setting parameters. Parameters for the following can be changed: “Paper Feed Adj.”...
  • Page 129: Clearing Special Paper Ctrl Settings

    Functions for Printing Clearing Special Paper Ctrl Settings Display the Parameter List Screen. Follow steps 1 to 2 ( p.127). Important!: • First, check whether the setting can be cleared. (Retrieve the appropriate setting and follow the steps beginning with step 2.) •...
  • Page 130: Advanced Features

    Advanced Features Setting Up User Management [User Management] This machine is equipped with a User Management function to ensure security and enhance user management. The User Management function has 3 Management Levels. The following features are available according to the level.
  • Page 131 Advanced Features Management Level and Access Timing of User Identification Access When “Management Level“ is set to “High/Full Management” or “Mid/ID Print Only”, the users will be asked to identify themselves (“User identification access”) during operations. The Recognition and Identification System can be selected from either “PIN Code”...
  • Page 132 Advanced Features Create User ( p.136) Register the administrator/users. Up to 100 users (administrator included) can be registered. Set following options when registering. • PIN Code or USB Flash Drive PIN Code: A PIN Code can be set for user identification access. We recommend that you prepare a list of the registered users and record the user registration numbers (ID) and PIN Codes for each user.
  • Page 133: Selecting Recognition And Identification System

    Advanced Features Selecting Recognition and Identification System Set the Recognition and Identification System using “Recognized by” in advance when setting up User Management. Important!: • If “Recognized by” is changed, all settings in User Management, including the administrator’s registration, will be cleared.
  • Page 134 Advanced Features Touch [User Management]. Touch [OK]. Returns to the User Management Screen. Touch [Recognized by]. “Recognized by” is updated. Continue User Management settings. See the subsequent pages. Touch the button to select the “Rec- ognized by” option. Note: • If you touch [OFF/Delete], all settings set in User Management will be deleted and returned to the factory settings.
  • Page 135: Setting Up The Management Level

    Advanced Features Setting Up the Management Level Important!: • Set “Recognized by” in advance. p.133 Display the User Management Touch [OK]. Screen. Returns to the User Management Screen. “Management Level” is updated. Follow steps 1 to 4 in “Selecting Recognition and You can continue registering users and renaming Identification System”...
  • Page 136: Registering Administrator/Users

    Advanced Features Registering Administrator/Users In order to activate the User Management function, the administrator must be registered. Up to 100 users can be registered (administrator included). Note: • The user registration number (ID) is required when operating “ID print” from the printer driver. User Registration Number (ID) Basic operation for registering administrator/users Display the User Management...
  • Page 137 Advanced Features Touch an unused button. When “Recognized by” is set to “USB Flash Drive” Connect the registered USB Flash Drive to the USB slot. Unused buttons are displayed with a solid line. Used buttons are grayed out and are not availa- ble.
  • Page 138 Advanced Features Touch [OK]. Returns to the Create User Screen. The administrator or the user is registered. To register multiple users, touch [Register] and repeat steps 3 to 6. Touch [Close]. Returns to the User Management Screen. You can continue registering users and renaming groups if needed.
  • Page 139 Advanced Features Enter the User Name Touch [Rename] on the Register Screen. Touch the character buttons to enter a new name. Change capitalization by selecting the [Small] or [Capital] button. p.157 Note: • To clear the current name, touch button or press the key.
  • Page 140: Setting The Group To Assign

    Advanced Features Setting the Group to assign When you set up a group by user, user usage can be counted by group. p.186 It is recommended to enter the group name in advance. p.145 Touch [Group] on the Register Screen. Touch the Group button to set.
  • Page 141 Advanced Features Setting the Upper Limit of the User’s Usage Set the upper limit of the number of copies/masters. Up to 99,999,999 can be set. The present copy count and master count can also be cleared on the same screen. Touch [Limit] on the Register Screen.
  • Page 142: Disabling User Identification Access

    Advanced Features Disabling User identification access Touch [Disable] on the Register Screen to turn it “ON”. User identification access is disabled and the user can- not use the machine. Note: • To inactivate “Disable”, touch [Disable] to turn it “OFF”. •...
  • Page 143: Changing Administrator/User Registration

    Advanced Features Changing Administrator/User Registration Display the User Management Touch the User Button to change. Screen. Follow steps 1 to 4 in “Selecting Recognition and Identification System” ( p.133) Touch [Create User]. Registered buttons are displayed with a solid line. Unregistered buttons are grayed out and are not available.
  • Page 144: Clearing User Registration

    Advanced Features Clearing User Registration Display the User Management Touch the User Button to clear. Screen. Follow steps 1 to 4 in “Selecting Recognition and Identification System” ( p.133) Touch [Create User]. Registered buttons are displayed with a solid line. Unregistered buttons and “0 Admin”...
  • Page 145: Renaming Groups

    Advanced Features Renaming Groups Display the User Management Touch the character buttons to enter Screen. a new name. Follow steps 1 to 4 in “Selecting Recognition and Identification System” ( p.133) Touch [Rename Group]. Change capitalization by selecting the [Small] or [Capital] button.
  • Page 146: Reset All User Counters

    Advanced Features Reset All User Counters All user counters can be cleared in a single procedure. Important!: • After the counters are cleared, they cannot be recovered. Display the User Management Screen. Follow steps 1 to 4 in “Selecting Recognition and Identification System”...
  • Page 147: Automatic Sorting Into Groups [Program]

    Advanced Features Automatic Sorting Into Groups [Program] “Program” feature saves you from repeatedly having to enter how many copies to print, by assigning the number of copies per sets in advance. Operation stops after printing each set of copies. Store a “Program” setting for easy retrieval later. Sample usage for this feature: in a school setting, you can pre-assign the number of copies (sheets) per class (set), and then assign the number of classes per grade (group) in the entire school.
  • Page 148 Advanced Features Multi-Page Mode For multiple originals (multiple copies for Mono-Color printing, multiple groups of 2 originals for Dual-Color print- ing), different number of copies are printed for each original. Up to 9999 copies can be made from a single original. Each original can reproduce a pre-assigned number of sheets (up to 20 originals).
  • Page 149 Advanced Features Combination (only possible with Dual-Color printing) From two originals or a Dual-Color original, you can conduct Mono-Color printing and Dual-Color printing for each group (class). After Mono-Color printing only from Print Drum (Cylinder) 1, the Dual-Color print object using both Print Drum (Cyl- inder) 1 and Print Drum (Cylinder) 2 is inserted.
  • Page 150: How To Program Print

    Advanced Features How to Program Print There are two ways to print in sets using “Program” printing feature. • Program, then print (without saving the settings) p.151 • Retrieve a saved program, then print (when program is registered) p.155 Tip: Choose from the following actions on the Print Basic Screen.
  • Page 151: Setting Up For Programed Printing

    Advanced Features Setting Up for Programed Printing There are two ways to display the Program Screen. • Touch [Program] on the Functions Screen on the display. • Press the key of the Print Quantity Keys. The following steps describe pressing the key of the Print Quality Keys.
  • Page 152 Advanced Features Important!: For Combination Print • To save the current Programed Printing set- ting, touch [Entry/Call]. Once [OK] is touched, the setting cannot be saved. See “Saving Programs” ( p.154) for further information. For Multi-Page Mode Enter the number of copies to be printed by Print Drum (Cylinder) 1 using the Print Quantity Keys.
  • Page 153 Advanced Features Note: • The Print Quantity Keys can also be used to enter a value. • If you are printing the same number of Dual-Color copies as Mono-Color copies, touch [Same Number as • The number of copies assigned for “...
  • Page 154: Saving Programs

    Advanced Features Saving Programs Store frequently-used Program settings for later use and printing. A total of 12 settings (Single Page Mode, Multi-Page Mode or Combination Print) can be stored. Create and enter Programed Printing Touch [OK]. settings. Follow steps 1-3 in “Setting Up for Programed Printing”...
  • Page 155: Retrieving A Program

    Advanced Features Retrieving a Program Retrieve a stored program and modify its settings. Press the key. Touch [OK]. Returns to the original screen. Ready to print using the retrieved program. Note: • To cancel the program printing, press the key (or touch [Functions]→[Program]) and then touch [Cancel Job] on the next screen.
  • Page 156: Renaming A Program

    Advanced Features Renaming a Program Program names can be changed to better describe their usage or purpose. Touch [Program] on the Functions Touch [Rename]. Screen. Note: Note: • Each Program button has an icon on top left. indicates Single Page Mode Program, indi- •...
  • Page 157 Advanced Features When entered, touch [OK]. Returns to the Program List Screen. The program is renamed. Tip: Rename Screen Small Capital Note: • You can enter up to 10 characters. • Print Quantity Keys may also be used for enter- ing numbers.
  • Page 158: Clearing Programs

    Advanced Features Clearing Programs Display the Program List Screen. Follow steps 1 to 2 in “Retrieving a Program” ( p.155). Touch [Clear]. Select a program to clear. Touch [OK]. Returns to the Program List Screen. The program is cleared. Automatic Sorting Into Groups [Program]...
  • Page 159: Making Changes To Stored Programs

    Advanced Features Making changes to Stored Programs Retrieve a program to modify. Follow steps 1 and 3 in “Retrieving a Program” ( p.155). Make changes to the Program. Modify the number of copies or sets in the current screen. Note: •...
  • Page 160: Use Easy 2Color And Combination Together

    Advanced Features Use Easy 2Color and Combination together Using “Easy 2Color”, separate the originals into Print Drum (Cylinder) 1 and Print Drum (Cylinder) 2. (The test ques- tions are separated into Print Drum (Cylinder) 1 and the test questions with answers are separated into Print Drum (Cylinder) 2.) Moreover, using the “Combination”...
  • Page 161 Advanced Features Set the original and print paper. Setting the Combination. p.99 Display the [Program Type] Screen. Perform steps 1 and 2 of “Retrieving a Job Note: Memory and Printing”. ( p.165) • When you have transmitted the original data in Touch [Combination].
  • Page 162 Advanced Features Enter the quantity for teachers (black + red) by touching A numeric keypad is available for input. Touch [OK]. Returns to the Combination Print Screen. Note: • To register the Program set here, touch [Entry/Call]. For details, see “Saving Programs”. ( p.154) Touch [OK].
  • Page 163: Using Job Memory Functions [Job Memory]

    Advanced Features Using Job Memory Functions [Job Memory] Save the settings of the last print job into Job Memory. Simply retrieve those Job Memory settings when doing a sim- ilar print job. Up to 10 jobs can be saved. The following attributes can be saved to Job Memory. Dual-Color/Mono-Color Printing (MasterMaking/Print) Image Multi-Up Print...
  • Page 164: Storing Job Memory

    Advanced Features Storing Job Memory Set various settings for a print job. Confirm settings. Touch [Job Memory] on the Func- tions Screen. Touch and scroll down to check all items. Note: • To change a setting, touch [Cancel] and start Note: over again.
  • Page 165: Retrieving A Job Memory And Printing

    Advanced Features Retrieving a Job Memory and Printing There are two ways to display the Job Memory Screen. • Touch [Job Memory] on the Functions Screen on the display. • Press the key of the Print Quantity Keys. In the following steps, the explanation will be made for touching the display. Touch [Job Memory] on the Func- Select a Job Memory to retrieve.
  • Page 166 Advanced Features Tip: Quick Retrieval A job setting can be retrieved via hardware keys without touching the Touch Screen. For example, to retrieve and print job M-2, press key in that order. M-2 is retrieved and starts the master-making process. Registered Number Using Job Memory Functions [Job Memory]...
  • Page 167: Renaming A Job Memory

    Advanced Features Renaming a Job Memory Touch [Job Memory] on the Func- Touch character buttons to enter a tions Screen. new name. Change capitalization by selecting [Small] or Touch [Rename]. [Capital] button. p.157 Note: • To clear the current name, touch button or press the key.
  • Page 168: Clearing Job Memory

    Advanced Features Clearing Job Memory Touch [Job Memory] on the Func- Important!: tions Screen. • Make sure it is the job setting that you want to delete. • Once the Job Memory is cleared, it cannot be recovered. Touch [OK]. Touch [Clear].
  • Page 169: Protecting Confidential Documents [Confidential]

    Advanced Features Protecting Confidential Documents [Confidential] After printing is complete, the master remains on the Print Drum (Cylinder) and is ready for printing another set of copies. To protect confidential documents from unauthorized duplication, use the Confidential feature to discard the master after printing.
  • Page 170 Advanced Features Touch [OK]. The current master is discarded, and a new mas- ter is set on the Print Drum (Cylinder). Protecting Confidential Documents [Confidential]...
  • Page 171: Extending The Reserve Period [Reservation]

    Advanced Features Extending the Reserve Period [Reservation] This function is useful when the machine is connected to computers. When the machine is inactive for a certain period of time, it determines that the current job is completed, even if the actual printing is still under way. If another person accidentally initiates another job from the computer, a new master will be made, discarding the cur- rent one.
  • Page 172: Idling Action [Idling Action]

    Advanced Features Idling Action [Idling Action] Idling action prevents the machine from printing the first several copies with faint Ink after the Print Drum (Cylinder) has been exchanged or the machine has not been used for an extended period of time. Idling action before the mas- ter-making process assures consistent print quality from the beginning.
  • Page 173: Reproducing The Master [Renew Page] [Auto

    Advanced Features Reproducing the Master [Renew Page] [Auto Page Renewal] The data from the last master-making process is temporarily stored on the machine. Using this data, another master can be reproduced without repeating steps to scan the same original. “Auto Page Renewal” is a function that automatically recreates a master when a specified number of pages are printed.
  • Page 174: Using Page Renewal

    Advanced Features Using Page Renewal Touch [Renew Page] on the Func- • When [Rotate] is set, the machine rotates the original 180 degrees for renewing the tions Screen. master while executing [Auto Page Renewal]. • To cancel [Rotate], touch [Rotate] again. When Mono-Color printing The following screen appears.
  • Page 175: Using Auto Page Renewal

    Advanced Features Using Auto Page Renewal In order to use “Auto Page Renewal”, you must enable it in “Admin.” prior to use. If “Auto Page Renewal” is activated and “Auto Page Renewal” is set to “ON” , “Auto Page Renewal” can be executed during a print job.
  • Page 176: Print The Original From The Last Page [Output Reversal]

    Advanced Features Print the original from the last page [Output reversal] By reversing the page order of the originals of several pages in length, print the originals from the last page. Printing paper output order in Mono-Color printing In normal printing Flow of original In output reversal Printing paper output order in Dual-Color printing...
  • Page 177 Advanced Features Select the Print mode. Touch Select Mono-Color or Dual-Color print. Note: • See p.29 for how to select a print mode. Set the original and print paper. Place the original on the Glass Platen or in the optional ADF unit. In the case of Dual-Color printing, set the original of Print Drum (Cylinder) 1 first.
  • Page 178: Proof And Print (With The Optional Adf Unit Installed) [Adf Semi-Auto]

    Advanced Features Proof and Print (with the Optional ADF unit installed) [ADF Semi-Auto] Selecting “Auto Process” with the optional ADF unit installed automatically performs the complete printing job, but you cannot make proof copies, or any necessary adjustments of each master. To pause for check after printing a proof copy of each master, select “ADF Semi-Auto”.
  • Page 179 Advanced Features Press the key. The machine prints specified number of copies. Master for the next original is made, its proof copy is printed, then the machine stops again. Repeat steps 5 and 6. Proof and Print (with the Optional ADF unit installed) [ADF Semi-Auto]...
  • Page 180: Selecting Scanning Sides When Using The Auto Document Feeder Dx-1 [Scanning Side -Adf]

    Advanced Features Selecting Scanning Sides When Using the Auto Document Feeder DX-1 [Scanning Side -ADF] When scanning originals using the optional Auto Document Feeder DX-1, there are three scanning side options: “Front Side”, “Back Side”, or “Duplex”. Important!: • If the original is set on Auto Document Feeder DX-1, “Book Shadow” function cannot be used. Note: •...
  • Page 181 Advanced Features The processing order of the original and output The original set in Auto Document Feeder DX-1 is scanned and printed from the top. Front Side -> Simplex • For Mono-Color Printing Original Printed Copies • For Dual-Color Printing Original Printed Copies 3rd set...
  • Page 182 Advanced Features Duplex -> Simplex Printed Copies Original Printed Copies Original Important!: • In “Program; Multi-Page Mode”, the first page of the original scanned is displayed as “Page01” on the Setup Screen. e.g. With the “Back Side -> Simplex” option, the last page of the original is displayed as “Page01” on the Setup Screen because scanning starts from the last (topmost) page.
  • Page 183: Specifying The Scanning Side

    Advanced Features Specifying the Scanning Side Touch [Scanning Side -ADF] on the Touch [OK]. Functions Screen. Returns to the Basic Screen after the “Scanning Side -ADF” settings have been saved. Note: • To confirm the current “Scanning Side -ADF” settings, open the “Scanning Side -ADF” Screen once more.
  • Page 184 Advanced Features Tip: Place the printing paper face-down in the Standard Feed Tray. Scanning duplex originals for manual duplex printing With the optional Auto Document Feeder DX-1, Printing Paper the buttons on the “Scanning Side -ADF” Screen can be used to scan both sides of an original and print on both sides of paper.
  • Page 185: Rotating The Original 180 Degrees To Make A Master [Rotate]

    Advanced Features Rotating the Original 180 Degrees to Make a Master [Rotate] When you are direct printing, you can rotate the original data received from a computer 180 degrees to make a mas- ter. When this function is used for the original data of a wide range of solid colors on the top side, you can prevent paper jams.
  • Page 186: Checking User Counters [Id Counter Report]

    – Set [Management Level] to [High/Full Management] in User Management. p.130 – If you print from the computer, be sure to use “ID Print”. See the “RISO Printer Driver User’s Guide” for details. Checking User Counters [ID Counter Report]...
  • Page 187: Outputting The Counter Report

    Advanced Features Outputting the Counter Report Touch [ID Counter Report] on the Functions Screen. Touch the button of the desired out- put method. E-mail USB Flash Drive Returns to the Basic Screen after output. If the mail setting is not set, [E-mail] is not availa- ble.
  • Page 188: Setting Up The Monthly Reminder

    Advanced Features Setting Up the Monthly Reminder Touch [ID Counter Report] on the Note: Functions Screen. • Print Quantity Keys can also be used to enter numbers. • The set date can be selected between 1 and 31. • When setting the reminder date between the 29th - 31st, and if the number of days in the month is less than this range such as in Febru- ary, the Reminder Screen is displayed on the...
  • Page 189: Showing Usage Status [Meter Display]

    Advanced Features Showing Usage Status [Meter Display] The machine can record and display the following information: • A4/Letter and Under (Mono-Color/Dual-Color): Total number of A4/Letter-sized and smaller copies that have been printed. • Above A4/Letter (Mono-Color/Dual-Color): Total number of copies larger than A4/Letter that have been printed. •...
  • Page 190: Customizing The Direct Access Area [My Direct Access]

    Advanced Features Customizing the Direct Access Area [My Direct Access] Normally, the functions displayed in the Direct Access Area of the Basic Screen are already registered by the default setting or can be changed by the administrator. However, if the User Management is set up, each user can register the functions displayed in the Direct Access Area using “My Direct Access”.
  • Page 191 Advanced Features Select a button to assign a function Touch [OK]. Returns to the Functions Screen. If the button has a function already assigned to it, the newly selected function will overwrite the pre- vious one. Select a function to assign. Note: •...
  • Page 192: Changing Default Settings [Admin.]

    Screen for each mode. Display Priority Mode Screen/Dual-Color/1 Color/ Select first screen to display following the Startup. 2 Color/ Scanning* Start-Up Screen Logo(RISO)/Logo(ME)/ Select an animation to display at Start-up. Character [Display] Display Adjustment Background:Blue/White Change the background color, density and brightness Display Density: of the Touch Screen.
  • Page 193 Advanced Features Display Access Functions Description Button Displayed Language #01, #02, #03 ... Select the language displayed on the screen. [Display] Important!: • Contact your dealer (or authorized service representative) to change the settings. Image Processing Line/Photo/Duo (Text and Change the default setting for the “image processing Photo)/Pencil mode”.
  • Page 194: Changing Default Settings [Admin

    Advanced Features Display Access Functions Description Button Jump Wing Control ON, OFF Change the default positioning of the Paper Jumping Wing. Important!: • This option is available only when the special paper setting is pre-configured. Contact your dealer (or authorized service representative) to pre-configure this setting.
  • Page 195 • If the message “Starting Up Network Card” is displayed when touching [Base IP Address], touch [Cancel] and wait for the RISO Network Card to finish starting up (approx. 1 minute), and then try again. Margin-Plus Rate 90 to 99 % Specify default size-reduction rate for the “Margin+”...
  • Page 196 Advanced Features Display Access Functions Description Button Energy Saving Mode • Energy Saving Mode Select to activate Sleep Mode or Shutdown Power OFF/Auto Sleep/Auto Power- when the machine is inactive for a set period of time. • Waiting Time • OFF 1-99 mn (factory default is 5 “Energy Saving Mode”...
  • Page 197 • Limited Does not beep when keys/buttons are pressed. Does not beep when restarting the machine. • OFF Does not beep. Print Colors See the RISO Editor User’s Guide for details. Tool Bar Position [Editor] Sub Tool Bar Page Orientation * This function can be set only when the option is installed.
  • Page 198: Customizing The Default Settings

    Advanced Features Customizing Default Settings The default settings can be changed when the machine is not in operation. Make sure there is no pending or current Print Job operation. Note: • If the administrator is registered in User Management, only the administrator can change the [Admin.] settings. (This operation requires input of the administrator's PIN Code or connection of the registered USB Flash Drive.) p.136 •...
  • Page 199: Change Settings

    Advanced Features Change settings. Some functions have their own Setup Screens, some don't. There are several styles for setting values. Following samples demonstrate different value setting styles. No additional Setup Screen (2 or more options to choose from) Touch the function name button to change the value displayed to the right.
  • Page 200 Advanced Features Additional Setup Screen Available Additional Setup Screen Available Numeric Value Style Text Input Type Touch to increase/decrease value. Input the name after touching the button of Numbers may be entered using the Print whose name to be changed. Quantity Keys.
  • Page 201 Advanced Features Additional Setup Screen Available Data Specification Type A screen to specify the stored data is dis- played. p.220 for details on specifying the data. Storage Selection Close 1_folder Free Area: NewsLetter.doc Apr25,XX Fax-cover.doc Apr25,XX Newsletter.doc Apr25,XX Apr25,XX Images.doc View edit ID Print Job USB Job List...
  • Page 202: Setting Up Direct Access Area And Selections Tab [Directaccess Entry] [Selections Entry]

    Advanced Features Setting Up Direct Access Area and Selections Tab [DirectAccess Entry] [Selections Entry] Frequently-accessed functions for each mode can be placed on “Direct Access” area in the Basic Screen, or on “Selections” Screen. This allows quick changes and direct access to each function's Setup Screens, eliminating the need to search from a long list of functions.
  • Page 203 Advanced Features In the following steps, the registration on DirectAccess Entry and Selections Entry are explained at the same time. Touch [DirectAccess Entry] or Select a function to assign. [Selections Entry] on the Admin. Screen. Note: • Touch to display more func- tions, if necessary.
  • Page 204: Registering A Custom Paper Size [Custom Paper Entry]

    Advanced Features Registering a Custom Paper Size [Custom Paper Entry] Non-standard paper sizes must be pre-entered into memory. Once a paper size is stored into memory, it can be retrieved with the [Paper] button from the Master Making Basic Screen. Up to 30 different sizes may be entered.
  • Page 205 Advanced Features Enter the paper size. Touch [OK] when done. Note: • To change a name, repeat from step 8. Confirm the name and touch [Close]. Returns to the Admin. Screen. Paper size is updated. Tip: Printing on Extended Paper The machine can print on paper 436 mm-555 mm "-21 ") long (top to bottom facing the...
  • Page 206: Deleting A Custom Paper Size

    Advanced Features Deleting a Custom Paper Size Touch [Admin.] on the Basic Screen Touch [Clear]. for each mode. Select the paper size to delete. Touch [OK]. Touch [OK]. Touch [Custom Paper Entry] on the Admin. Screen. Returns to the Custom Paper Entry Screen. The selected paper size is cleared.
  • Page 207: Keeping Masters Secure After Printing [Protect]

    Advanced Features Keeping Masters Secure After Printing [Protect] After printing is completed, the master remains on the Print Drum (Cylinder). To protect confidential documents from unauthorized duplication, use the Confidential feature to discard the master after printing. (i.e. “Confidential” function) Used masters are held in the Master Disposal Box.
  • Page 208: Preventing Leaks Of Masters After Creation Or Disposal

    Advanced Features Preventing Leaks of Masters After Creation or Disposal Turning the Protect Setting ON Touch [Admin.] on the Basic Screen Touch [Protect]. for each mode. “Protect” is turned ON. Note: Touch [OK]. • When “Protect” is set to “ON”, “Energy Saving Mode”...
  • Page 209 Advanced Features If “Protect” is ON: The following screen is displayed after printing. F95-008 -- Protect -- Discard Current Master Cancel Touch [OK] or [Cancel]. [OK]: Discards the master remaining on the Print Drum (Cylinder). [Cancel]: Choose this when you do not wish to discard the master or wish to print further copies.
  • Page 210 Advanced Features Cancel the “Protect” setting: Only the administrator can cancel the “Protect” setting. Touch [Admin.] on the Basic Screen Touch [Protect]. for each mode. After a “Please Wait a Moment” message is dis- played, the “Protect” setting is canceled. Touch [OK].
  • Page 211 Advanced Features Keeping Masters Secure After Printing [Protect]...
  • Page 212: Storing Original Data And Use Method

    • Storing original data created on a computer. The methods of storing data from a hard-copy original and printing the stored original data are explained here. Details on how to store the data created on a computer, see the “RISO Printer Driver User’s Guide” (CD-ROM). Store...
  • Page 213 • Folder names of the optional Document Storage Card can be changed on the Admin. Screen. p.194 • To change folder names of the USB Flash Drives, use the “RISO Utility Software” (RISO USB PRINT MANAGER) included in the provided software CD-ROM. (If you change folder names by Explorer, they will not be recognized by the machine) For details, see the “RISO Utility Software User's Guide”...
  • Page 214: Converting Hard-Copies Into Stored Data (Scan Mode)

    This function also prevents documents from getting lost or damaged over time. Important!: • The storage function is not available in the machine equipped with the optional RISO IS300 controller. The data scanned in the Scan Mode is stored in IS300.
  • Page 215: Scanning A Hard-Copy Original

    Storing Original Data and Use Method Scanning a Hard-copy Original Place the original. Setting required functions. Place the original on the Glass Platen or in the Set the required functions for scanning the origi- optional ADF unit. nal. To place the original, see p.42.
  • Page 216 Storing Original Data and Use Method Touch [Dual-Color]. Touch [OK]. The color specified for the original is con- firmed and the screen returns to the Scan Basic Screen. Note: • The page after the original data to be scanned and the Print Drum (Cylinder) to be used are displayed in the message area.
  • Page 217: Setting Data Information

    Touch the file name input box. USB Flash Drive to the USB slot in advance. Note: • If the machine is equipped with the optional RISO Controller IS300, you cannot specify where to store the data. Touch the directory input box. The Rename Screen appears.
  • Page 218 Storing Original Data and Use Method Touch [ID Print] or [Non-ID Print]. Tip: [ID Print] and [Non-ID Print] are displayed Changing the Owner Name only when “Management Level” is set to Touch [Rename] on the Owner Screen. “High/Full Management”. Touch the folder to save the data. Touch [OK].
  • Page 219: Specifying Stored Size

    Storing Original Data and Use Method Specifying Stored Size Specify the size to save the scanned original. It is necessary to set the Format size when: • you place the originals on the Glass Platen • you set the custom-sized originals in the optional ADF unit •...
  • Page 220: Retrieving Stored Data And Printing [Storage Memory][Usb Job List]

    Storing Original Data and Use Method Retrieving Stored Data and Printing [Storage Memory][USB Job List] Retrieving and printing stored data. Retrieving Stored Data When retrieving the USB Flash Drive data, connect the USB Flash Drive to the USB slot in advance. For details on how to print USB Flash Drive data, see p.32 “Printing from a Computer Data”.
  • Page 221 Newsletter.doc Apr25,XX Images.doc Apr25,XX View edit ID Print Job USB Job List NewsLetter.doc Owner: RISO If you are selecting data stored in a different Date&Time: Apr25,XX 19:04 folder, touch that folder's tab. Format: A4 Note: Bright Red • is displayed at the beginning of the data name for Dual-Color originals.
  • Page 222: Changing The Data Order

    Storing Original Data and Use Method Changing the Data Order You can change the order of the stored data displayed on the Storage Selection Screen/USB Job List Screen. Note: • The factory setting is “Date Descend”. Touch [View edit]. Touch [OK]. Returns to the Storage Selection Screen (USB Note: Job List Screen).
  • Page 223: Using The Storage Retrieve/Usb Job List Screen

    Storing Original Data and Use Method Using the Storage Retrieve/USB Job List Screen Each section of the Storage Retrieve/USB Job List Screen is shown below. An example of the Storage Retrieve Screen is explained here. Owner:RISO NewsLetter Format: Date&Time:Apr25,XX 19:04 A thumbnail is displayed for each page.
  • Page 224 Storing Original Data and Use Method Clear Touch [Clear] and a confirmation screen appears. Touch [OK] to delete the data. For Dual-Color originals, touch a color to display the thumbnail of that color. Preview Display the Preview Screen of the enlarged thumbnail. p.109 Sw.
  • Page 225: Overlaying Stored Data Onto A Print Job [Overlay]

    Storing Original Data and Use Method Overlaying Stored Data onto a Print Job [Overlay] When performing Mono-Color printing, you can overlay stored data onto a hard-copy original. Important!: • To use this function, the optional Document Storage Card or USB Flash Drive is required. •...
  • Page 226 Select the stored data to overlay. Touch [Retrieve]. S t o r a g e R e t r i e v e Cancel Retrieve Storage Selection Close FAX-cover.doc Owner: RISO Format: Date&Time: Apr25,XX 19:04 1_folder Free Area: NewsLetter.doc Apr25,XX FAX-cover.doc...
  • Page 227 Storing Original Data and Use Method Tip: Overlaying Stored Data The stored data overlays at the size it was saved. You cannot enlarge/reduce the size to match the original or paper size. Stored data Original Print results Stored data Print results Original The stored data is overlaid after being centered at the top of the original.
  • Page 228: Dual-Color Printing With The Original And Storage Data [Stamp]

    Storing Original Data and Use Method Dual-Color Printing with the Original and Storage Data [Stamp] When performing Dual-Color printing, you can create a master of the hard-copy original on one Print Drum (Cylinder) 1 and a master of the storage data on Print Drum (Cylinder) 2 in order to Dual-Color print. For example, if you specify data for Company logo, etc., that color insignia can be printed on consecutive pages.
  • Page 229: Registering A Stamp Data To Insert

    Storing Original Data and Use Method Registering a Stamp Data to insert For “Stamp”, the data registered in the data for “Stamp” is used. Store the original to be used for the Stamp in “Storage Memory” in advance, and register the data to be used for the Stamp from the stored data.
  • Page 230 Storing Original Data and Use Method Select the storage data to use as the Touch [Retrieve]. [Stamp]. Storage Selection Close Owner: RISO FAX-cover.doc Format: Date&Time: Apr25,XX 19:04 1_folder Free Area: EntrySheet.doc Apr25,XX FAX-cover.doc Apr25,XX Newsletter.doc Apr25,XX Apr25,XX Images.doc View edit The Stamp Data Screen is displayed.
  • Page 231 Storing Original Data and Use Method Touch [Close]. Returns to the Admin. Screen. Touch Dual-Color Printing with the Original and Storage Data [Stamp]...
  • Page 232: Renaming The Stamp Data

    Storing Original Data and Use Method Renaming the Stamp Data Touch [Stamp Data] on the Admin. Touch the button to rename. Screen. p.192 for operational details of the Admin. Screen. Grayed out buttons are not available (no Stamp Data has been registered yet). The Stamp Data Screen appears.
  • Page 233 Storing Original Data and Use Method Touch [OK] after entering all the characters. The entered name is registered and returns to the Stamp Data Screen. Touch [Close]. Returns to Admin. Screen. Touch Dual-Color Printing with the Original and Storage Data [Stamp]...
  • Page 234: Dual-Color Printing With [Stamp]

    Storing Original Data and Use Method Dual-Color Printing with [Stamp] Pre-select Dual-Color Printing. Place an original and load paper. Set the print functions. Place the original on Glass Platen or in the You can make adjustments to the print functions optional ADF unit.
  • Page 235: Changing The Stamp Data

    Admin. Screen. The Stamp Data Screen appears. Touch [Change Data]. The Stamp Data Screen appears. Touch [Change]. FAX-cover.doc Owner: RISO Format: Date&Time: Apr25,XX 19:04 Select the storage data to use as the new Stamp Data. Storage Selection...
  • Page 236 • See p.220 or details on using the Storage Selection Screen. • Data with ID Print setting cannot be selected. Confirm the storage data. Owner:RISO EntrySheet.doc Format: Date&Time:Apr25,XX 19:04 Check the thumbnail to make sure that the data is the data you want to retrieve.
  • Page 237: Deleting A Stamp Data

    Storing Original Data and Use Method Deleting a Stamp Data Touch [Stamp Data] on the Admin. Touch [Unselect]. Screen. p.192 for operational details of the Admin. Screen. Owner:RISO FAX-cover.doc Format: Date&Time:Apr25,XX 19:04 Touch [OK]. The Stamp Data Screen appears. Touch [Clear].
  • Page 238: Copying/Moving Stored Data

    • It is not possible to copy/move data within the Storage Memory or USB Flash Drive. • The original data stored in the USB Flash Drive can be organized or managed by a computer using the “RISO Util- ity Software” (RISO USB PRINT MANAGER) included in the provided CD-ROM. For details, see the “RISO Utility Software User’s Guide”...
  • Page 239 Storing Original Data and Use Method Touch [Copy to] or [Move to]. Touch the button of the destination folder that you want to copy or move the data. Touch [OK]. Data is copied/moved and the selected destina- tion folder is displayed. Important!: •...
  • Page 240: Replacing Consumables

    Replacing Consumables Check for Remaining Amount of Consumables The machine checks and reports on remaining amount of Ink, master, paper, as well as the space left in the disposal box. Note: • The report may not be displayed if detection fails. •...
  • Page 241 Replacing Consumables Tip: Information Button icon on the Information Button displays current status of the consumables as detected by the machine. icon will change depending on the matching information detected from the consumable. • When matching information was correctly retrieved from the consumable (normal display) •...
  • Page 242: Replacing The Master Roll

    When the Master Roll is depleted, a message is displayed and the machine stops. Replace with a new Master Roll. Important!: • For the Master Roll, it is recommended to use the products specified by RISO. • Keep the power ON while replacing the master.
  • Page 243 Replacing Consumables Open the Master Roll Holder. Important!: • Take care not to damage the section when removing the shrink wrap. Master Roll Holder If the section is bent or the perforation cut, the master will become unusable. • Do not remove the tape yet. Close the Master Roll Holder.
  • Page 244 Replacing Consumables Tip: If You Cannot Insert the Master Insert the leading edge of the Master using the fol- lowing steps. Raise the Master Guide Flap Turn the dial on the edge of the Master Guide Flap towards the rear and raise the Master Guide Flap.
  • Page 245: Replacing The Ink Cartridge

    • Wash immediately with soap if you should get Ink on your hands, etc.. Important!: • For the Ink Cartridge, it is recommended to use the products specified by RISO. • Keep the power ON while replacing the Ink Cartridge.
  • Page 246 Replacing Consumables Close the Front Cover. Note: • You can store the Ink cartridge cap on the right side of the glass platen. Ink Cartridge Cap Holders Insert the new Ink Cartridge. Align the arrow on the Ink Cartridge to the mark on the Print Drum (Cylinder) unit, and insert until it stops.
  • Page 247: Emptying The Master Disposal Box

    Replacing Consumables Emptying the Master Disposal Box Used masters are held in the Master Disposal Box. When the Master Disposal Box becomes full, a message displays and the machine stops. Discard the used masters. Caution: • Wash immediately with soap if you should get Ink on your hands, etc.. Important!: •...
  • Page 248 Replacing Consumables Discard the ejected masters. Note: • If necessary, slide the lever to the left to lock the Master Disposal Box and also have the padlock for further safety. Push Out Lever p.207 Lock Tilt the Master Disposal Box forward and directly discard the used master into the garbage box (or bag) by grasping the Push Out Lever.
  • Page 249: Replacing The Print Drum (Cylinder)

    Replacing Consumables Replacing the Print Drum (Cylinder) When replacing with a Color Drum (Cylinder) to change colors, or when removing jammed paper, follow the steps to remove Print Drum (Cylinder). Be sure to use a Color Drum (Cylinder) specifically designed and approved for use with this machine.
  • Page 250 Replacing Consumables Remove the Print Drum (Cylinder). Firmly grasp the Green Handle Use both hands to lift the Print Drum (Cylinder) straight up to remove from the rail. Proceed with replacing the Print Drum (Cylinder), removing the paper jam, etc.. Important!: •...
  • Page 251: Installing The Print Drum (Cylinder)

    Replacing Consumables Installing the Print Drum (Cylinder) Place the Print Drum (Cylinder) on Return the Print Drum (Cylinder) to the Rail. its original position. Align the mark on the Print Drum (Cylinder) Push the Print Drum (Cylinder) in as far as it will with the mark on the guide, and place the Print go, and then close the Front Cover.
  • Page 252: Disposal Of Depleted Consumables

    Replacing Consumables Disposal of Depleted Consumables Dispose of depleted Ink Cartridges, Master cores, ejected masters according to the regulations in your local commu- nity. If required, separate the specific components using the following procedures to dispose them properly. Ink Cartridge Remove the label (metal included) at the arrow from the outlet surface of the Ink Cartridge, and then dispose them separately.
  • Page 253 Replacing Consumables Ejected Master Parts Materials Master material plastic, Japanese paper Ink material Soy oil, petroleum hydrocarbons, water, pigments Note: • It is made of carbon and hydrogen compounds. If fully combusted, it will turn into water and carbon dioxide. Disposal of Depleted Consumables...
  • Page 254: Maintenance

    • Be careful of the edge of metal parts, otherwise it may cause an injury. • Do not make any modifications to the machine or remove any parts. • Neither Riso nor its dealer (or authorized service representative) is responsible for maintenance service performed by non-Riso-authorized personnel.
  • Page 255: Thermal Print Head

    Maintenance Thermal Print Head Clean the Thermal Print Head each time you replace the Master Roll. Open the Master Making Unit Cover, and gently wipe the Thermal Print Head in the back of the unit several times with a soft cloth or tissue. Important!: •...
  • Page 256: Scanner Glass And White Sheet Of Adf Unit (Option)

    Maintenance Scanner Glass and White Sheet of ADF unit (Option) Gently wipe the Scanner Glass, and the White Sheet several times with a soft cloth or tissue. Note: • Since the Glass Platen is very delicate, avoid shocks or scratches with a hard object. For the Auto Document Feeder AF-VI:II Clean while rotating the white roller.
  • Page 257: Pressure Roller

    Maintenance Pressure Roller If the Pressure Roller, which presses print paper against the Print Drum (Cylinder), is stained, smudged strips may appear on the back of copies. If this happens, gently wipe the Pressure Roller with a soft cloth dampened with alcohol. To remove the Print Drum (Cylinder), see p.249.
  • Page 258: The Exterior

    Maintenance The Exterior Use a soft cloth to gently wipe down the entire printer on a regular basis in order to prevent the exterior from getting dirty. If using a cleaning agent, use one recommended by your authorized service representative. Important!: •...
  • Page 259 Maintenance Cleaning...
  • Page 260: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting When a Message Displays Refer to the following information to determine the cause and take appropriate actions when the machine stops oper- ating and a message is displayed. Caution: • The tips of the paper separation hook and master removal hook are sharp. When you insert a hand inside the machine to remove paper, be careful not to touch the paper separation hook or master removal hook.
  • Page 261 Troubleshooting T00-000:Service Call Errors (in alphabetical order) Message Possible Cause Action !!Battery Replacement!! The battery is low or depleted. Contact your dealer (or authorized service Call Service representative) and have the battery replaced. Press the key or the key to clear the error message display.
  • Page 262 Troubleshooting Message Possible Cause Action Master Not Set in Place The master is improperly Pull out the Master Making Unit and Insert Lead Edge of Master into installed or is missing. reinstall the master. Master Entrance and Close Master p.242 Making Unit Important!: •...
  • Page 263 Troubleshooting B00-000:Optional Device Errors (in alphabetical order) Message Possible Cause Action Can not identify • Something other than a USB Connect a USB Flash Drive for this Flash Drive is connected to machine. the USB slot. p.13 • A defective USB Flash Drive is connected to the USB slot.
  • Page 264 Troubleshooting C00-000:Consumable Errors (in alphabetical order) Message Possible Cause Action Add Paper No printing paper in the Paper Load paper into the Paper Feed Tray. Feed Tray. p.38 Master Disposal Box 1 and 2 are Full The Master Disposal Box is full. Empty the Master Disposal Box. Empty Both Master Disposal Boxes See “Emptying the Master Disposal Box”...
  • Page 265 Replace Ink Cartridge Important!: or Contact dealer (or authorized • Use the Ink Cartridge specifically service representative)/Riso office designed and approved for use with this machine. Failure to do so may cause problems or damage to the machine. The label on the Ink Cartridge...
  • Page 266 Replace Master Roll Important!: or Contact dealer (or authorized • Use a Master Roll specifically designed service representative)/Riso office and approved for use with this machine. Failure to do so may cause problems or damage to the machine. section on the master...
  • Page 267 Troubleshooting J00-000:Paper Jam Error Displays when the original document or printing paper is jammed inside the machine, the optional ADF unit or Sorter. Paper Jam The location of the paper jam is indicated by the flashing icon ( Remove Paper in Indicated Areas ) in the illustration.
  • Page 268 Troubleshooting Area Possible Cause Action Indicated/ Blinking The original is jammed in the optional ADF unit. For Auto Document Feeder DX-1 Important!: • Take care not to touch the roller inside the unit. It may cause smudges on the original or a paper jam.
  • Page 269 Troubleshooting Area Possible Cause Action Indicated/ Blinking The original is jammed in the optional ADF unit. For Auto Document Feeder DX-1 Removing originals jammed in the duplex document carrier Open the ADF Cover ( ), and raise the document tray as shown ( Pull out the original ( Removing originals jammed in the original receiving unit...
  • Page 270 Troubleshooting Area Possible Cause Action Indicated/ Blinking Paper is jammed in the Print Drum (Cylinder) Pull out the Print Drum (Cylinder). area. p.249 Remove the jammed paper. Return the Print Drum (Cylinder) in place. Touch [OK]. Caution: • The tips of the paper separation hook and master removal hook are sharp.
  • Page 271: Pop-Up Message Layout

    Troubleshooting Pop-Up Message Layout Pop-Up Messages communicates various operational statuses. You can continue operation over some of them, but depending upon the context, others will require your action before operations can be resumed. Error Number A reference letter (E/F) and an ID number. Pop-Up Messages Content of the message.
  • Page 272 (Symptom) When the Platen Cover is closed, the The Platen Cover was opened during warning message is erased. If original moves the editing process of the RISO Editor Touch [Close]. you may not get function. (Alternatively, press the key or the desired result key to clear.)
  • Page 273 Troubleshooting Message Symptom/Action How to clear a Pop-Up Message !! Complicated Area Form !! (Symptom) Touch [OK]. Re-circle Editing Areas and The shape of the selected area is too Redo Color Separation complicated to recognize. (Action) Do not overlap the pen areas. If the edges touch, the specified area may not be recognized.
  • Page 274 Troubleshooting Message Symptom/Action How to clear a Pop-Up Message !! Multi-Up is Not Available (Symptom) Touch [Close]. with This Paper Size !! Multi-Up functions cannot be used when (Alternatively, press the key or the Replace with Proper Paper custom-sized papers are set in the key to clear.) of Standard Size Paper Feed Tray.
  • Page 275 Troubleshooting Message Symptom/Action How to clear a Pop-Up Message Original Size Exceeds (Symptom) • When changing the “Original Size” Limitation of Multi-Up “Multi-up” is not available for the original setting: Specify Original Size size. Touch [Original Size]. • When resuming the print job: (Action) Touch [Continue].
  • Page 276 Troubleshooting Message Symptom/Action How to clear a Pop-Up Message Printer Temperature is Low (Symptom) • When resuming the print job: “High Speed” is Not Available When the temperature of use is low, you Touch [Continue]. cannot use “High Speed”. (Alternatively, press the key to print.) •...
  • Page 277 Glass Platen (Action) Set the original on the Glass Platen. Starting Up Network Card (Symptom) Touch [Close]. RISO Network Card is starting up. (Alternatively, press the key or the Please Wait a Moment key to clear.) (Action) Please wait a moment.
  • Page 278 Troubleshooting Message Symptom/Action How to clear a Pop-Up Message The file size is too large (Symptom) Touch [Close]. to store on USB Flash Drive Insufficient free space on the USB Flash (Alternatively, press the key or the Change the USB Flash Drive Drive.
  • Page 279 Troubleshooting Message Symptom/Action How to clear a Pop-Up Message The Print Drum 1 (Symptom) • When making a master with Print will reduce the amount The A4/Letter-R Drum (Cylinder) is set Drum (Cylinder) 1: of master used. to Print Drum (Cylinder) 1. Using Print Touch [Yes].
  • Page 280: Consumable Information Screen

    Troubleshooting Consumable Information Screen In order to assure optimum printing, the machine acquires information from the consumables. If acquired matching information is not proper, the Consumable Information screen is shown. Enter appropriate values. icon on the Info Button will be grayed out when this occurs. p.241 Note: •...
  • Page 281 Troubleshooting Screen Display Description Values [H2] Print Density Fine Adjustment (for Print 1 (Light) - 5 (Dark) Drum (Cylinder) 1) Consumables Information Input Wizard Consumables Information Input Wizard Ink Information Input (Drum 1) [H8] Print Density Fine Adjustment (for Print H2 Print Density Fine Adjustment Drum (Cylinder) 2) Select a Print Density level to match the Ink to...
  • Page 282 Troubleshooting Screen Display Description Values [H4] Master Density 1 (Light) - 10 (Dark) Select the standard density to be applied Consumables Information Input Wizard Consumables Information Input Wizard during creation of the master. Master Information Input H4 Master Density Next> [H5] Print Density Fine Adjustment 1 (Light) - 5 (Dark) Select a Print Density level to match the...
  • Page 283: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you run into a problem, consult the following chart first, to find answers before calling for a repair. Problem Possible Cause Action An error indication does not The consumables (Ink, master roll) After inserting the Ink Cartridge, turn it disappear even though have not been correctly set.
  • Page 284 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Action Paper gets jammed in the Auto There is any paper caught in the Auto Pull the ADF Original Release Lever to the Document Feeder AF-VI:II Document Feeder AF-VI:II. right or turn the Release Original Dial and (optional).
  • Page 285 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Action Paper gets jammed in the Auto Paper is caught in the Auto Document Removing originals jammed in the Document Feeder DX-1 Feeder DX-1. document carrier (optional). Open the auto document feeder cover ), and raise the feed roller as shown in Open the inside cover ( ), and pull out the original (...
  • Page 286 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Action Paper goes over the receiving Follow the steps to level the receiving tray tray stopper. as follows: Fold the Receiving Tray Paper Guides/Stopper. Lift up the sides of the receiving tray with both hands, and move the receiving tray shaft to position B.
  • Page 287 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Action • Paper is not smoothly fed Paper handling pressure is not • For paper that easily creates paper from the Paper Feed Tray. correctly adjusted. powder, skips, or for the back side of (skipped paper, or multiple- postcards that is turn up: sheet feeding) Turn the dial to the left.
  • Page 288 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Action Paper sticks to the surface of The margin at the top of the original or The margin of the original (top of the print the Print Drum (Cylinder). print is too small. in the paper output direction) must be 5 mm ( ") at least.
  • Page 289 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Action Sections of the copies from Is the A4/Letter-R Drum (Cylinder) set Sections that exceed the maximum Print Drum (Cylinder) 1 are to Print Drum (Cylinder) 1? printing range of the Print Drum (Cylinder) incomplete. are not printed. In particular, setting to [Rotate] inverts the original vertically and may produce unexpected results.
  • Page 290 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Action The computer sent the file, but Is the Admin. Screen currently Touch and switch to the Basic Screen it was not received by the showing on the display? from the Admin. Screen. machine. The edges of printed copies Larger size of paper than the original Because a master was made according to are smudged with Ink.
  • Page 291 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Action The Print Drum (Cylinder) The Print Drum (Cylinder) was After manually rotating the Print Drum cannot be placed into position. stopped at an inappropriate position (Cylinder), make sure that the mark and after rotation. mark meet as shown. The Print Drum (Cylinder) has not Set the Print Drum (Cylinder) to the guide been correctly set to the guide.
  • Page 292: Appendix

    RISO Network Card Use to directly connect the machine to the network. This comes with the RISO-MONITOR software that allows you to check the status of the machine from computers. Document Storage Card DM-128CF/DM-512CF A Storage Card for using the Storage Memory function.
  • Page 293: Specifications

    Appendix Specifications RISO ME9450 Master-making/printing methods High-speed digital master-making/full automatic stencil printing Original Type Book (10 kg (22 lb) or less), sheet Original Size (min./max.) When using the Glass Platen: 50 mm × 90 mm (1 " × 3 ") - 310 mm × 432 mm (12 "...
  • Page 294 (Cylinder), Key Card Counter, Job Separator, RISO Network Card, Document Storage Card DM-128CF/DM-512CF, RISO Controller IS300, RISO Stand D type (II), RISO Stand N type (II), Wide Stacking Tray, Cover Kit: Paper Feed/Ejection, Card Feed Kit, Envelope Feed Kit, RISO Printer...
  • Page 295 Appendix Note: • Please note that due to improvements and changes to the machine, some images and explanations in this manual may not correspond to your machine. • The specifications are subject to change without prior notice. The height includes the height of the dedicated stand. The weight does not include Ink and Master.
  • Page 296 Appendix RISO ME9350 Master-making/printing methods High-speed digital master-making/full automatic stencil printing Original Type Book (10 kg (22 lb) or less), sheet Original Size (min./max.) When using the Glass Platen: 50 mm × 90 mm (1 " × 3 ") - 310 mm × 432 mm (12 "...
  • Page 297 (Cylinder), Key Card Counter, Job Separator, RISO Network Card, Document Storage Card DM-128CF/DM-512CF, RISO Controller IS300, RISO Stand D type (II), RISO Stand N type (II), Wide Stacking Tray, Cover Kit: Paper Feed/Ejection, Card Feed Kit, Envelope Feed Kit, RISO Printer...
  • Page 298 Appendix Note: • Please note that due to improvements and changes to the machine, some images and explanations in this manual may not correspond to your machine. • The specifications are subject to change without prior notice. The height includes the height of the dedicated stand. The weight does not include Ink and Master.
  • Page 299 Appendix RISO ME6350 Master-making/printing methods High-speed digital master-making/full automatic stencil printing Original Type Book (10 kg (22 lb) or less), sheet Original Size (min./max.) When using the Glass Platen: 50 mm × 90 mm (1 " × 3 ") - 310 mm × 432 mm (12 "...
  • Page 300 (Cylinder), Key Card Counter, Job Separator, RISO Network Card, Document Storage Card DM-128CF/DM-512CF, RISO Controller IS300, RISO Stand D type (II), RISO Stand N type (II), Wide Stacking Tray, Cover Kit: Paper Feed/Ejection, Card Feed Kit, Envelope Feed Kit, RISO Printer...
  • Page 301 Appendix Note: • Please note that due to improvements and changes to the machine, some images and explanations in this manual may not correspond to your machine. • The specifications are subject to change without prior notice. The height includes the height of the dedicated stand. The weight does not include Ink and Master.
  • Page 302: Index

    Index Symbols Clearing User Registration ........144 Clock/Calendar ............195 * Key ...............24 , 151 Closing the Paper Feed Tray ........39 + Key ..............24 , 151 Closing the Paper Receiving Tray ......41 ×Key ...............24 , 151 Color Drum (Cylinder) ......... 249 , 292 Numerics Color editor ............103 2 Up ............77 , 78 , 82...
  • Page 303 Index Enlarging/Reducing Originals ....... 67 Job list display ............192 Entering the User Name ........139 Job List Screen ............56 Error Messages ........... 260 Job Memory ......163 , 164 , 165 , 167 , 168 Ex. Reserve Period ........171 , 195 Job Operation Area ..........32 Extended Paper ...........
  • Page 304 Index Mono-Color Printing ..........49 Photo ..............64 Monthly Reminder ..........188 Photo Contrast ............74 Moving Stored Data ..........238 Photo Gradation .............75 Multi-Page Mode ......148 , 152 , 154 , 156 Photo (Group) ............64 Multiple Paper Feed Detection ......121 Photo (Portrait) ............64 Multiple-Original .............
  • Page 305 RISO Network Card ..........292 Tips for Better Paper Feeding .......17 RISO Printer Driver ..........15 Tone Curve .............75 RISO Stand D type (II) ........292 Tool Bar Position ..........197 RISO Stand N type (II) ........292 Top Margin ..............94 RISO USB PRINT MANAGER ......
  • Page 306 Index 057-36005-001...

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