Wide Format Printer Operation Guide Please read the Operation Guide before using the printer. Keep it in the designated location for easy reference.
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• This Operation Guide applies to models KM-P4845w and KM-P4850w. For the purposes of this guide, KM-P4845w is a 2.6 ppm (prints per minute) printer (36" x 48" size) while KM-P4850w is a 3 ppm printer (36" x 48" size).
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Please read this Operation Guide before using the printer. Keep it close to the printer for easy reference. The sections of this guide and parts of the printer marked with symbols are safety warnings meant to protect the user, other individuals and surrounding objects, and ensure correct and safe usage of the printer.
Contains explanations on operation from your computer such as how to use related software applications. The Functions Edition (On-Line Manual) is prepared as a PDF (Portable Document Format) file on the CD-ROM that is included with the printer. Adobe Acrobat Reader 4.0 software is required in order to read this On-Line Manual.
CD-ROM window to access its contents and double- click on the [setup.exe] file. 3. Click on [Operation Manuals] and then on [KM-P4845w/P4850w]. 4. Click on [Functions Manual]. Acrobat Reader will start up and the Functions Edition (On-Line Manual) will open.
1 Network Settings [Configuring the IP Address, etc.] ... 2 Name Settings [Changing the Computer (Device) and Host Names] ... 3 Installing the Printer Driver (Refer to the Functions Editon [On-Line Manual].) Printer Set-Up is Complete! Page 3-2 Page 3-4...
I <Roll unit> To add a paper source. I <Key counter> To count the number of sheets output. <System diagram with options installed> Printer Roll unit I <Scanner unit> To use this machine as a scanner or a copier. Scanner unit...
1. Machine Default ... 5-1 (1) List of Machine Settings ... 5-1 (2) Configuring Machine Setting ... 5-4 2. Printer Settings ... 5-11 (1) List of Printer Settings ... 5-11 3. Language Switching... 5-12 CHAPTER 6 TROUBLESHOOTING ... 6-1 1. If One of These Messages is Displayed..6-1 2.
CHAPTER 1 CAUTION LABELS Caution labels have been attached to the printer at the following locations for safety purposes. BE SUFFICIENTLY CAREFUL to avoid fire or electric shock when removing a paper jam. IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ FIRST. NOTE: DO NOT remove these labels.
• During printing, some ozone is released, but the amount does not cause any ill effect to one's health. If, however, the printer is used over a long period of time in a poorly ventilated room or when making an extremely large number of copies, the smell may become unpleasant.
... • If the printer will not be used for a short period of time (overnight, etc.), turn the main switch OFF If it will not be used for an extended period of time (vacations, etc.), remove the power plug...
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Local rules and regulations. • Store all consumables in a cool, dark location. • If you will not be using the printer for a prolonged period of time, remove all paper from the drawer(s) and the multi-bypass tray and seal in its original packaging.
9 Paper tray support plate Set in accordance with paper size. PRIOR TO SET-UP 0 Main switch Turn this switch ON ( | ) in order to use the printer. Conversely, make sure this switch is OFF ( cables. IMPORTANT •...
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CHAPTER 2 PRIOR TO SET-UP # Network interface connector Use to connect the printer to the LAN (Local Area Network) with a 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX cable. $ Right cover Open to replace the waste toner tank. % Toner replenishing slot Open to add toner.
CHAPTER 2 PRIOR TO SET-UP (2) Operation Panel 1 Ready indicator This indicator is lit when the printer is on-line and goes out when it is off-line. In addition, the indicator flashes while the internal server computer is starting up.
A printer driver compatible for use with AutoCAD2000i/2000/Release 14 is included. • Macintosh PPD file A PPD (PostScript Printer Description) file is included so that you can use the printer with a Macintosh computer. 3. Required Items The following items are not included with the printer and must be purchased separately.
To return to normal operation from shut-off mode, turn ON ( | ) the main switch. • Sleep mode: The printer enters a sleep state when it has not been used for a specific period of time. The message “Sleeping” will be displayed when the printer is in sleep mode.
CHAPTER 3 1. Setup (1) System Configuration G Printing from Windows Printer driver Computer G Printing from Macintosh LaserWriter 8 PPD file Computer GETTING READY FOR PRINTING Print command Network hub 100BASE-TX (or 10BASE-T) cable Print command Network hub 100BASE-TX...
Perform this procedure in order to register the required network settings. NOTE • The IP address to be used for the printer will differ depending upon your network. Confirm the address that you need to use in advance with your network manager.
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Press the N or M key to select “2. Set printer”. Inch specifications Metric specifications Press the Enter key. Press the N or M key to select “3. DHCP server”. Inch specifications Metric specifications Press the Enter key. The selected item will flash. Press the N or M key to select “OFF”.
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• Be sure to use the same name for both the printer's computer (device) name and host name.
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Click on [System] in the icons on the left side of the Web Manager interface. Click on the [Server Setting] tab in the [System] screen to view the contents of that tab. Click on the [Network Setting] button to display the [Network Configuration] screen.
CHAPTER 3 GETTING READY FOR PRINTING 2. Paper (1) Paper Type Note the following restrictions on paper that can be used in this machine. G Compatible paper 1. Paper source 1 (option), paper source 2, and paper source 3 • Paper roll width: 17" to 36" [210 to 920 mm] •...
(2) How to Set a Paper Roll Use the same procedure when replacing a paper roll. IMPORTANT When replacing a paper roll, turn the flanges on both sides to rewind the paper. Open the front cover until it locks. Grasp the roll unit handles A to release the lock and pull out the roll unit until it stops.
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• When a paper roll has been replaced during printing, press the On Line key to place the printer offline and then press the Roll Cut key. To continue printing press the On Line key once more to place the...
(3) Dew prevention heater If the humidity is high (more than 70 %RH) or drastic temperature change occurs, turn on ( l ) the dew prevention heater switch when using the machine. Even if the main switch is off ( prevention heater switch can be on ( l ).
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CHAPTER 3 GETTING READY FOR PRINTING 3-10...
Perform this procedure in order to send commands to the printer from your computer. Turn the main switch on the printer ON ( | ). The printer will begin to warm up and “Ready to print.” will be displayed once warm-up is complete. Make sure that the Ready indicator is lit.
CHAPTER 4 PRINTER OPERATION 2. Printing with manually fed media When printing through the bypass slot, perform the following procedure. NOTE • Only one sheet of paper can be set onto the bypass table at a time. • When using curled paper, smooth the paper. If the curling persists, place the paper with the curled surface up.
Press the N or M key to select “2. Set/user”. Inch specifications Metric specifications Press the Enter key. Press the N or M key to select “2. Set printer”. Inch specifications Metric specifications Press the Enter key. CHAPTER 4 PRINTER OPERATION Press the N or M key to select “2.
CHAPTER 4 PRINTER OPERATION 4. Canceling Printing If “Processing data.” or “Printing” [“Now printing.”] is shown in the message display, press the Stop key. The current print job will be cancelled. Inch specifications Metric specifications Press the Roll Cut key to cut the sheet being printed and immediately stop printing.
5. Resetting the printer If the printer operation stops or becomes unstable, reset the printer and reboot the internal server computer. Press the */Menu key. Press the N or M key to select “2. Set/user”. Inch specifications Metric specifications Press the Enter key.
Based on their content, settings are divided into “Machine settings” that configure the printer’s operation and “Printer settings” that configure the printer’s IP address and related network information. In addition they are divided according access privilege: there is a subset that offers limited control to any “User”, while full access to all settings is reserved for the “Manager”.
2-6) is activated. If the printer is used frequently, it is recommended that the time for auto shutoff be longer. If the printer is not used for long periods of time, it is recommended that the time be shorter. Size Print size can be adjusted for each media type.
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12. Buzzer When the printer runs out of paper or experiences a paper jam during printing, this status can be conveyed by a buzzer in addition to the messages displayed on the operation panel.
CHAPTER 5 MANAGEMENT AND SETTING (2) Configuring Machine Setting G Configuration by user Press the */Menu key. Press the N or M key to select “2. Set/user”. Inch specifications Metric specifications Press the Enter key. Press the N or M key to select “1. Set machine”. Inch specifications Metric specifications Press the Enter key.
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G Configuration by manager Press the */Menu key. Press the N or M key to select “2. Set/manager”. Inch specifications Metric specifications Press the Enter key. Use the MNOP cursor keys to input the pin code (the default setting is qQrR). Inch specifications Metric specifications NOTE...
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Press the Enter key. The display will show “set ( value ) *” and return to the step 1 screen. Press the N or M key to select “End” [“back”]. Press the Enter key. The printer will return to the machine settings screen. 2. Media Type [Pre-set Temp.] The selected item will flash.
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Press the Enter key. The display will show “set ( value ) *” and return to the step 1 screen. Press the N or M key to select “End” [“back”]. Press the Enter key. The printer will return to the machine settings screen. 4. Roll end Press the N or M key to select a media type.
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Press the Enter key. The display will show “set ( value ) *” and return to the step 1 screen. Press the N or M key to select “End” [“back”]. Press the Enter key. The printer will return to the machine settings screen. 7. Size adjustment Press the N or M key to select a media type.
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Press the Enter key. The display will show “set ( value ) *” and return to the step 1 screen. Press the N or M key to select “End” [“back”]. Press the Enter key. The printer will return to the machine settings screen. CHAPTER 5 MANAGEMENT AND SETTING 9.
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CHAPTER 5 MANAGEMENT AND SETTING 11. Auto roll over The selected item will flash. To enable auto roll change, press the N or M key to select “ON”. Inch specifications Metric specifications Press the Enter key. The display will show “set ( value ) *” and return to machine settings screen.
G Settings common to user/manager Setting Reset Resets the printer. Use when rebooting the internal server computer. Test print Allows the output a test print using the printer’s operation panel. G Settings accessible by manager Setting DHCP server Toggles the DHCP server ON/OFF.
CHAPTER 5 MANAGEMENT AND SETTING 3. Language Switching The printer’s message can be displayed in “English” (USA), “English”, “DEUTSCH” (German), “FRANCAIS” (French), “SPANISH”, “ITALIANO” (Italian) and “NEDERLANDS” (Dutch). Press the */Menu key. Press the N or M keys to select “1. Language.”.
CHAPTER 6 1. If One of These Messages is Displayed... When any message shown below appears in the message display of the operation panel, follow the appropriate procedure. Message “Please close. front cover.” The front cover is open. Close the front cover securely. “Please close.
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[“Code incorrect”] Remedy The data’s page size and the size of the paper roll loaded in the printer do not match. Load the roll for the indicated paper tray. To print from the currently loaded roll, press the Start key. To cancel printing, press the Stop key.
“Add toner” may be displayed even when a supply of toner remains in the printer. In this case, open and then close the toner replenishing slot. The printer will perform toner replenishment.
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CHAPTER 6 TROUBLESHOOTING While pressing the toner bottle down, turn it clockwise 90 degrees to replenish the toner. Tap the side of the toner bottle 10 times to loosen any remaining toner. Press the toner bottle down, turn it to the original position and gently remove it.
3. Replacing the Waste Toner Tank When the waste toner tank becomes full the message “Check waste toner tank” is displayed. Since the Attention indicator on the operation panel will be lit and printing will be disabled, replace the waste toner tank with a new tank.
4. Countermeasures against Call for service Message When a service call message such as the following is displayed and the Attention indicator on the operation panel is lit, the printer has detected a malfunction. Stop use of the printer and perform the following procedure.
Such shreds may cause additional paper jams. • Once the jam has been removed, the printer will start to warm up and the paper jam message will be cleared, returning the printer to its state before the jam occurred.
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CHAPTER 6 TROUBLESHOOTING Grasp the printer body release lever and pull it toward you. The printer body will be opened. WARNING High voltage is present in the charger section. Take sufficient care when working in this area, as there is a danger of electrical shock.
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Pull out the paper jammed in the bypass slot. * If the jammed paper is difficult to remove, do not pull too hard but simply proceed to the next step. Grasp the printer body release lever and pull it toward you. The printer body will be opened. WARNING High voltage is present in the charger section.
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CHAPTER 6 TROUBLESHOOTING Grasp the handles A of the roll unit to unlock the unit and pull out the roll unit until it stops. Grasp the flange and rewind the paper roll. If there is any wrinkled or folded area, remove it with a cutting knife or scissors.
Always connect the printer cable BEFORE turning the power to the printer ON. Press the On Line key in order to put the printer back on-line. Once it is back on-line, the Ready indicator will light. Even though the printer’s warm-up may have been completed, the internal computer that manages printing and scanning may still be starting up.
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CHAPTER 6 TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLE Paper jams often. Are there wrinkles or folds in the paper? Is there any jammed paper or are there other pieces of paper remaining inside the machine? Is the paper setting method proper? Is vellum being used? The printed image is shifted to Is the paper roll properly installed either side (widthwise).
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TROUBLE Film is sticky with ink after Is film selected as the media type? printing. Film curls after printing. Is film selected as the media type? Is the fixing temperature proper? The print data and the printed Is the media type setting correct? image differ in size.
Compatible Print Sizes ... Maximum: 36" x 48" 36" (W) x 237" (L) Print speed ... 2.6 ppm printer: 2.6 sheets/minute for 36" x 48" [A0], 4 sheets/minute for 36" x 24" [A1] Warm up time ... Within 600 seconds (Room temperature 68 °F/20 °C, Humidity 65 %RH) Interface ...
CHAPTER 7 SPECIFICATIONS <Software Operating Environment> G Printer drivers IBM PC-AT or compatible Windows 95 (OSR2) i486DX2 66MHz Free hard disk space 10MB Celeron 266MHz or faster 128MB or more Free hard disk space 300MB CD-ROM drive One drive Printer Port...
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Pentium 200MHz or faster 64MB or more Free hard disk space 100MB CD-ROM drive One drive Printer Port One 100BASE-T or 10BASE-T port Windows 98 Windows Me Windows NT 4.0 (with Service Pack 5 or later installed) 128MB or more...
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CAUTION! The power plug is the main isolation device! Other switches on the equipment are only functional switches and are not suitable for isolating the equipment from the power source. ATTENTION ! Le débranchement de la fiche secteur est le seul moyen de mettre l'appareil hors tension. Les interrupteurs sur l'appareil ne sont que des interrupteurs de fonctionnement : ils ne mettent pas l'appareil hors tension.
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WARNING This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
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* For best print results and machine performance, we recommend that you use only KYOCERA MITA original supplies for your KYOCERA MITA products.
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