Lanier LP222cn Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 Operator Manual LP222cn LP222cn LP222cn LP222cn Printer Operator Guide you r do cu me nt m an a geme nt p ar t n er...
  • Page 2 Introduction This manual contains detailed instructions and notes on the operation and use of this machine. For your safety and benefit, read this manual carefully before using the machine. Keep this manual in a handy place for quick reference. Power Source 120 V, 60 Hz, 11 A or more Please be sure to connect the power cable to a power source as above.
  • Page 3: Safety Information

    Safety Information When using your printer, the following safety precautions should always be fol- lowed. In this manual, the following important symbols are used: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed, could result in death or serious injury.
  • Page 4 • Do not pull out the paper tray forcefully. If you do, the tray might fall and cause an injury. • The inside of this printer becomes very hot. Do not touch parts labelled “v” (indicating a hot surface). Touching these parts will result in burns.
  • Page 5 • The printer weights approximately 32 kg (70.5 lb.). When moving the print- er, use the inset grips on both sides, and lift slowly. The printer will break or cause injury if dropped. • Before installing options, the machine should be turned off and unplugged for at least half an hour.
  • Page 6 High temperature parts. Turn off the main power and be careful when replac- ing fusing unit / removing misfed paper. The inside of this printer becomes very hot. Do not touch parts labelled “v” (indicating a hot surface). Touching these parts will result in burns.
  • Page 7 FCC emission limits. Network interface cable with ferrite core must be used for RF interference suppression. Declaration of Conformity Product Name: Laser Printer Model Number: Aficio CL3500N/C7521n/CLP22/LP222cn Responsible party: Ricoh Corporation Address: 5 Dedrick Place, West Caldwell, NJ 07006 Telephone number: 973-882-2000 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 8 Note to users in Canada Note: This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES- 003. IEEE 802.11b Interface Unit Type H (R-WL11B): This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device must be operated indoors only and should be kept away from windows to provide maximum shielding.
  • Page 9: Note To Administrator

    Password When you log into this printer, you will be prompted to enter the user name and password for your account. We strongly recommend you change the factory de- fault user name and create a password immediately to prevent information leak- age and unauthorized operations by others.
  • Page 10 This printer comes with the following administrator menus: ❖ Administrator menus under [Maintenance]: • Menu Protect • List Print Lock • File Locking • Unlock Files Note ❒ The ”File Locking” and “Unlock Files” menus are displayed when the op- tional hard disk is installed.
  • Page 11 Press the {U} or {T} key to check the administrator menus including [Menu Protect] and [List Print Lock] are displayed. You can now display the administrator menus and make any necessary changes to the settings. Press the {Online} key after completing all the required settings. The initial screen appears, preventing you from displaying the administrator menus.
  • Page 12 ❒ If the settings are changed to “Private” after registering computers that use this printer with the operating mode set to “PublicPrivate”, only registered computers can use this printer via the Bluetooth interface unit. ❒ You can change the operating mode in Web Image Monitor or telnet.
  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    Exterior: Front View...11 Exterior: Rear View ...12 Inside...14 Control Panel...15 Setting Up Where to Put the Printer...17 Checking the Contents of the Box ...20 Unpacking...22 Installing the Waste Toner Bottle and Photo Conductor Unit ...23 Installing the Toner Cartridge...29 Loading Paper ... 33 Turning the Power On ...36...
  • Page 14 Attaching AD440 (Duplex Unit)...52 Attaching Memory Unit Type D 128MB, Memory Unit Type E 256MB (SDRAM Module) ...55 Attaching Printer Hard Disk Type 3000...60 Formatting the Printer Hard Disk...64 Attaching User Account Enhance Unit Type E ... 66 Attaching IEEE 1394 Interface Board Type B...70 Attaching IEEE 802.11b Interface Unit Type H ...73...
  • Page 15: Read This First

    Read This First Trademarks Microsoft, Windows and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. IPS-PRINT Printer Language Emulation Copyright© 1999-2000 Oak Technolo- gy, Inc., All rights reserved. ® Bluetooth is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide.
  • Page 16: Safety Information

    Read This First Safety Information When using your printer, the following safety precautions should always be fol- lowed. In this manual, the following important symbols are used: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed, could result in death or serious injury.
  • Page 17 Read This First • Confirm the wall outlet is near the machine and freely accessible, so that in the event of emergency, it can be unplugged easily. • Plug and unplug the power cable with dry hands, or an electric shock could occur.
  • Page 18 • Do not pull out the paper tray forcefully. If you do, the tray might fall and cause an injury. • The inside of this printer becomes very hot. Do not touch parts labelled “v” (indicating a hot surface). Touching these parts will result in burns.
  • Page 19 • The printer weights approximately 32 kg (70.5 lb.). When moving the print- er, use the inset grips on both sides, and lift slowly. The printer will break or cause injury if dropped. • Before installing options, the machine should be turned off and unplugged for at least half an hour.
  • Page 20: Positions Of Rwarning And Rcaution Labels

    High temperature parts. Turn off the main power and be careful when replac- ing fusing unit / removing misfed paper. The inside of this printer becomes very hot. Do not touch parts labelled “v” (indicating a hot surface). Touching these parts will result in burns.
  • Page 21: Energy Star Program

    Low-power mode. ❖ Low-power Mode (Energy Saver mode) This printer automatically lowers its power consumption 1 minutes after the last operation has been completed. To exit Low-power (Energy Saver) mode, press any key on the control panel. For more information about how to con- figure Energy Saver mode, see “Making Printer Settings with Control Panel”,...
  • Page 22: How To Read This Manual

    Read This First How to Read This Manual The following set of symbols is used in this manual. This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation that might result in death or serious injury when you misuse the machine without following the instructions under this symbol.
  • Page 23: Guide To The Printer

    Bypass Tray Use this to print onto thick paper, OHP transparencies, custom size paper, and enve- lopes, as well as plain paper. Special printer driver settings must be made in order to print onto custom size paper. Tray 1 Up to 530 sheets of plain paper can be loaded here.
  • Page 24: Exterior: Rear View

    Pull this out when printing on paper that is longer than A4 or 8 Controller Board Slide this out to install options such as the memory unit, user account enhance unit, or printer hard disk. Plug cables such as the USB cable and Ethernet cable into their con- nectors here. Expansion Card Slots Install expansion cards in these slots.
  • Page 25 Guide to the Printer USB Port Use a USB cable to connect the printer to a host computer. Ethernet Port Use a network interface cable to connect the printer to a network. Ventilator The ventilator helps keep internal components from overheating. Overheating results in malfunction.
  • Page 26: Inside

    When the “Replace Fusing Unit” message appears on the display, replace this unit. Transfer Roller When the “Replace Fusing Unit” message appears on the display, replace this roller. Duplex Unit (optional for Basic Model Printer) Use to print on both sides of paper. Toner Cartridges When the “Add Toner (color)”...
  • Page 27: Control Panel

    When the printer is offline, press this to print all data left in the printer's input buffer. You can use this to force the printer to print data received in the online status when the paper size or type does not match the actually set size or type.
  • Page 28 Indicates whether the printer is online or offline. Press this to switch between online and offline. When the lamp is lit, the printer is online, enabling data reception from the host comput- When the lamp is unlit, the printer is offline, disabling data reception from the host com- puter.
  • Page 29: Setting Up

    Setting Up Where to Put the Printer The printer's location should be carefully chosen because environmental condi- tions greatly affect its performance. • Confirm the wall outlet is near the machine and freely accessible, so that in the event of emergency, it can be unplugged easily.
  • Page 30 Setting Up ❖ Space Required for Installation Leave enough space around the printer. This space is necessary to operate the printer. The recommended (or minimum) space requirements are as fol- lows: A: 13 cm (5.2 inches) or more B: 11 cm (4.4 inches) or more C: 35 cm (14.0 inches) or more...
  • Page 31 Setting Up ❒ The machine must be level within 5 mm, 0.2” from both front to rear and left to right. ❒ To avoid possible build-up of ozone, locate this machine in a large well ven- tilated room that has an air turnover of more than 30 m ❒...
  • Page 32: Checking The Contents Of The Box

    Setting Up Checking the Contents of the Box Follow the procedure below to verify the items that come with the printer. ❒ Ensure that the box contains all items listed below. If there are any missing or defective items, contact your sales representative.
  • Page 33 Setting Up Waste Toner Bottle Ferrite Core × 2 Color Calibration Sample Sheet Image density adjusting card User registration card Additional Documentation ❒ This package does not include an interface cable. Please purchase one to use with your host computer. See “Appendix”, Maintenance Guide.
  • Page 34: Unpacking

    Remove these protective materials after bringing the machine to where it will be installed. • When lifting the machine, use the inset grips on both sides. The printer could break or cause an injury if dropped.
  • Page 35: Installing The Waste Toner Bottle And Photo Conductor Unit

    The following procedure describes installing the waste toner bottle and photo conductor unit. Open the printer's right cover. Place the waste toner bottle in the position shown in the illustration. Lock the waste toner bottle by sliding the green arrow into the position...
  • Page 36 Setting Up Pull out the green levers on the left and right that are securing the inner cover, and then unlock. Lift the inner cover until it stays up. Take out the black photo conductor unit. Remove the cap attached to the photo conductor unit. ❒...
  • Page 37 Setting Up Remove the tape from around Photo Conductor Unit by peeling it down- ward, and then remove unit's top cover. ❒ Do not remove the unit's bottom cover yet. ❒ Install the new Photo Conductor Unit as soon as you take it out of the bag.
  • Page 38 Photo Conductor Unit (Black) Photo Conductor Unit (Color) Align the green arrow at the tip of the photo conductor unit with the rail inside the printer. ❒ Make sure the green arrow fits securely to the rail before proceeding to the next step.
  • Page 39 Setting Up Push the front of the photo conductor unit carefully in, sliding the unit from its cover, until it clicks into place. ❒ If the photo conductor unit is not correctly installed, print quality will be lost. For example, certain colors may not print. Repeat steps to install the color photo conductor unit.
  • Page 40 Setting Up Lower the inner cover carefully. Push the left and right edge of the inner cover to secure it. Close the printer's right cover carefully.
  • Page 41: Installing The Toner Cartridge

    ❒ When you first use this printer, use the four toner cartridges packaged with the printer. ❒ The toner cartridges that comes with the printer will allow you to print up to about 2,500 pages. These numbers were obtained from printing A4 K5% charts, but the actual number of pages will vary depending on the paper type, size, contents, and settings.
  • Page 42 Setting Up ❒ Toner cartridge mouths may be dirtied during quality inspection. Open the printer's upper left cover. Take out the toner cartridge. Hold the toner cartridge horizontally as illustrated, and then shake it in the plastic bag from side to side about 10 times.
  • Page 43 ❒ You can check the location for each toner cartridge by reading the labels on the printer. ❒ The illustration uses the yellow cartridge as an example. Push the toner cartridge in the direction of the arrow until it is securely positioned.
  • Page 44 Setting Up Close the printer's upper left cover. ❒ If the toner cartridge is not set properly, you cannot close the upper left cov-...
  • Page 45: Loading Paper

    ❒ Do not mix different types of paper in a single paper tray. Pull the paper tray out of the printer until it stops. Lift it slightly, and then pull it fully out. Place the paper tray on a flat surface.
  • Page 46 Setting Up Remove the adhesive tape and packing material. Press “PUSH”, and then adjust the rear guide to the paper size you want to load. Adjust the side guides to the paper size you want to load.
  • Page 47 ❒ Make sure the top of the stack is not higher than the limit mark inside the tray. ❒ To avoid misfeeds, set the rear and side to the exact paper size. Slide the paper tray fully into the printer.
  • Page 48: Turning The Power On

    ❒ Be sure to connect the power plug to the socket or the wall outlet firmly. ❒ The printer power must be off when plugging in and removing the power cord. Check the printer's power switch is set to Off (“b”). If it is set to On (“a”). Turn it off.
  • Page 49 Setting Up Turn the power switch to On (“a”). The power indicator on the control panel lights. ❒ Wait until [Ready ] appears on the display panel. ❒ The machine may make a noise while initializing. This noise does not indi- cate a malfunction.
  • Page 50: Selecting The Display Language

    Setting Up Selecting the Display Language Select a language using the procedure described here. The message for the selected language will appear on the display. If you want to use the display in English, the following procedures are unnecessary. ❒ The default setting is English. Press the {Menu} key.
  • Page 51 Setting Up Press the {# Enter} key. Wait for two seconds. [Menu] appears on the display. Press the {Online} key. The initial screen appears. Ready...
  • Page 52: Test Printing

    Test Printing The following explains the procedure for test printing of the configuration page. Test print in order to verify that the printer is working normally. Test printing checks printer performance only; it does not test the connection to the computer.
  • Page 53 Setting Up ❒ If printing is not normal, check to see if an error message appears on the display. If there is an error message, see “Troubleshooting”, Maintenance Guide. Check the options. ❒ For details about the configuration page, see “Interpreting the Configura- tion Page”, Software Guide.
  • Page 54: Adjusting The Image Density

    Setting Up Adjusting the Image Density To use the printer in its best condition, adjust the image density. Press the {Menu} key. The [Menu] screen appears. Menu: Paper Input Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Maintenance], and then press the {# Enter} key.
  • Page 55 Setting Up The following massage appears on the display, and then Press the {# En- ter} key. Prt. Test Sheet Press # to start Printing... Compare the colors on the printed image density test sheet with those on the image density adjusting card. ❒...
  • Page 56: Installing Options

    Installing Options Available Options This section describes how to install options. By installing options, you can improve the printer performance and have an ex- panded variety of features to use. For the specifications of each option, see Maintenance Guide. • Before installing options, the machine should be turned off and unplugged for at least an hour.
  • Page 57: Installing Options

    Installing Options Install the IEEE 1394 interface board, IEEE 1284 interface board, IEEE 802.11b interface unit or Bluetooth interface unit. Install the IEEE 1394 interface board, IEEE 1284 interface board, IEEE 802.11b interface unit or Bluetooth interface unit on the controller board. The IEEE 1394 interface board and standard Ethernet interface cannot be used at the same time.
  • Page 58 Installing Options Up to two paper feed units, can be installed on the printer. Installed tray units are identified as “Tray 2” and “Tray 3”. p.47 “Attaching Paper Feed Unit Type ❖ Interior Printer Hard Disk Type 3000 p.60 “Attaching Printer Hard Disk Type...
  • Page 59: Attaching Paper Feed Unit Type 3000

    When installing multiple options, install the paper feed unit first. • The printer weights approximately 32 kg (70.5 lb.). When moving the print- er, use the inset grips on both sides, and lift slowly. The printer will break or cause injury if dropped.
  • Page 60 ❒ Make sure you have enough space to access the back of the printer. Pull the paper tray out of the paper feed unit until it stops. Lift it slightly, and then pull it fully out.
  • Page 61 Installing Options Lift using the inset grips on both sides of the printer. Align the printer with the two upright pins on the paper feed unit, and then lower it slowly. ❒ Be sure not to place the printer on the paper feed unit cable.
  • Page 62 To connect two paper feed units, connect the paper feed unit cable securely to the socket inside the paper feed unit ❒ Before using the new paper feed unit, you must make settings in the printer driver. ❒ When moving or transporting the printer, make sure to unplug the paper feed unit connector.
  • Page 63 Installing Options When adjusting the printing position, see “Adjusting Tray Registration”, Maintenance Guide.
  • Page 64: Attaching Ad440 (Duplex Unit)

    • The inside of this machine gets very hot. Do not touch labelled “v” (hot sur- face). Touching “v” labelled parts could result in burns. ❒ Before using the duplex unit, you must make settings in the printer driver. Turn off the power, and then unplug the power cable.
  • Page 65 Installing Options Hold the duplex unit as shown in the illustration, and then insert it into the inside of the front cover. Align the arrows, and then insert the duplex unit until it clicks. Close the front cover. ❒ After finishing installation, check the duplex unit is installed properly: print the configuration page from the “List/Test Print”...
  • Page 66 Installing Options For details about printing the configuration page, see p.40 “Test Printing”.
  • Page 67: Attaching Memory Unit Type D 128Mb, Memory Unit Type E 256Mb (Sdram Module)

    ❒ Do not subject the memory unit to physical shocks. ❒ Available memory varies depending on model type. ❒ Before using the new memory unit, you must make settings in the printer driv- Turn off the power, and then unplug the power cable.
  • Page 68 Installing Options Hold the machine with one hand, grasp the handle with the other hand, and then slowly pull out the controller board. ❒ The controller board may be difficult to pull out. Hold the handles with both hands, and then pull the controller board completely out.
  • Page 69 Installing Options Adjust the notch of the Memory Unit to the slot, and then insert vertical- Press the Memory Unit down until it clicks into place. When replacing the default SDRAM module, press down the levers on both sides ( ) to remove the default module ( ). Install a new SDRAM module.
  • Page 70 ❒ Malfunctions can occur if the controller board is not set properly. Secure the controller board to the printer using the two screws removed in step ❒ After finishing installation, check the memory unit is installed properly: print the configuration page from the “List/Test Print”...
  • Page 71 Installing Options ❒ The table below shows total SDRAM module capacities. Standard Extended 128 MB 128 MB 128 MB 256 MB 256 MB 128 MB 256 MB 256 MB ❒ If the memory unit is not properly installed, reinstall it from the start of the procedure.
  • Page 72: Attaching Printer Hard Disk Type 3000

    Static electricity can damage the printer hard disk. ❒ Do not subject the printer hard disk to physical shocks. ❒ Before using the new printer hard disk, you must make the settings in the printer driver. Check the package contains the following: ❖...
  • Page 73 Installing Options Remove the two screws securing the controller board to the back of the printer. ❒ These screws will be used again in step Hold the machine with one hand, grasp the handle with the other hand, and then slowly pull out the controller board.
  • Page 74 Installing Options The printer hard disk is to be installed to the position shown in the illustration. Insert the printer hard disk by aligning it with the controller board slot. Slide it in the direction of the arrow, and then connect it to the connector on the controller board.
  • Page 75 ❒ Malfunctions can occur if the controller board is not set properly. Secure the controller board to the printer using the two screws removed in step When the power is turned on, the printer hard disk will be formatted automat- ically.
  • Page 76: Formatting The Printer Hard Disk

    “List/Test Print” menu. If it is installed properly, you will see “Printer Hard Disk Drive” for “Controller Option”. ❒ If the printer hard disk is not installed properly, reinstall it from the start of the procedure. If you cannot install it properly even after attempting rein- stallation, contact your sales or service representative.
  • Page 77 Installing Options ❒ If [HD Format] is not displayed on the display, the printer hard disk is not in- stalled properly. Repeat the procedure from step Printer Hard Disk Type your sales or service representative. ❒ To avoid malfunction, do not turn off the power while formatting the printer hard disk.
  • Page 78: Attaching User Account Enhance Unit Type E

    ❖ User Account Enhance Unit Type E Turn off the power, and then unplug the power cable. Remove the two screws securing the controller board to the back of the printer. ❒ These screws will be used again in step to secure the controller board.
  • Page 79 Installing Options Hold the machine with one hand, grasp the handle with the other hand, and then slowly pull out the controller board. ❒ The controller board may be difficult to pull out. Hold the handles with both hands, and then pull the controller board completely out.
  • Page 80 Installing Options Align the notch of the user account enhance unit, and then insert it into the controller board, pressing it down until it clicks into place. Make sure that the user account enhance unit is firmly connected to the controller board.
  • Page 81 ❒ Malfunctions can occur if the controller board is not set properly. Secure the controller board to the printer using the two screws removed in step ❒ After finishing installation, check the user account enhance unit is installed properly: print the configuration page from the “List/Test Print”...
  • Page 82: Attaching Ieee 1394 Interface Board Type B

    “IP over 1394”, “SCSI print” ❒ Under Windows 2000, the 1394 interface board can only be used with Service Pack 1 or later. The client cannot install the printer driver without using an ac- count that has administrators access rights.
  • Page 83 Installing Options ❖ Interface Cable (6 × 6 pins) ❖ Interface Cable (6 × 4 pins) Turn off the power, and then unplug the power cable. Loosen the two screws and remove the cover of the 1394 interface board installation unit. The removed cover and two screws are not used when installing the 1394 in- terface board.
  • Page 84 Installing Options Make sure that the 1394 interface board is firmly connected to the controller board. Tighten the two screws to secure the 1394 interface board. ❒ After finishing installation, check the 1394 interface board is installed prop- erly: print the configuration page from the “List/Test Print” menu. If it is in- stalled properly, you will see “IEEE1394 ”...
  • Page 85: Attaching Ieee 802.11B Interface Unit Type H

    Installing Options Attaching IEEE 802.11b Interface Unit Type • Do not touch the inside of the controller board compartment. Doing so may cause a machine malfunction or a burn. ❒ Before touching the 802.11b interface unit, touch something metal to dis- charge any static electricity.
  • Page 86 Installing Options • Antenna • Antenna Cap Turn off the power, and then unplug the power cable. Loosen the two screws and remove the cover of the 802.11b interface unit installation unit. The removed cover and two screws are not used when installing the interface unit.
  • Page 87 Attach the antenna to the card with the label facing down and the un- even side of the antenna facing up. With the antenna and indented end toward the printer front cover, slowly insert the interface card until it stops.
  • Page 88 Installing Options Holding the antenna cap with the two cut off corners toward the printer front cover, fit the cap over the card. ❒ After finishing installation, check the 802.11b interface unit is installed properly: print the configuration page from the “List/Test Print” menu. If it is installed properly, you will see “IEEE 802.11b”...
  • Page 89: Attaching Bluetooth Interface Unit Type 3245

    • Do not touch inside the controller board compartment. Doing so may cause a machine malfunction or a burn. ❒ When using the printer with the Bluetooth interface unit installed, Bluetooth needs to be installed on the computer. ❒ Before manipulating the Bluetooth interface unit, touch something metal to discharge static electricity.
  • Page 90 Installing Options • Antenna Cap Turn off the power, and then unplug the power cable. Loosen the two screws and remove the cover of the Bluetooth interface unit installation unit. The removed cover and two screws are not used when installing the interface unit.
  • Page 91 Installing Options Tighten the two screws to secure the interface unit. With the “INSERT” side toward the printer front cover, slowly insert the card into the Bluetooth interface unit until it stops. Press the antenna to extend it.
  • Page 92 Installing Options Holding the antenna cap with the two cut off corners toward the printer front cover, fit the cap over the card. ❒ After finishing installation, check the Bluetooth interface unit is installed properly: print the configuration page from the “List/Test Print” menu. If it is installed properly, you will see “Bluetooth”...
  • Page 93: Attaching Ieee 1284 Interface Board Type A

    Installing Options Attaching IEEE 1284 Interface Board Type • Do not touch inside the controller board compartment. Doing so may cause a machine malfunction or a burn. ❒ Before manipulating the 1284 interface board, touch something metal to dis- charge static electricity. Static electricity thing damage the 1284 interface board.
  • Page 94 Installing Options Fully insert the 1284 interface board. Confirm that the 1284 interface board is firmly connected to the controller board. Tighten the two screws to secure the 1284 interface board. ❒ Use the supplied adaptor to make the connection with the computer. ❒...
  • Page 95: Attaching Network Data Protection Unit Type C

    Installing Options Attaching Network Data Protection Unit Type C ❒ Protect the network data protection unit from physical shocks. ❒ Use the under slot for the data protection unit. Check the package contains the following: ❖ Network Data Protection Unit Type C Turn off the power, and then unplug the power cable.
  • Page 96 Installing Options Carefully insert the network data protection unit, until the card clicks into the place. Reattach the cover over the network data protection unit. Fasten the screw to secure the cover. ❒ Do not touch the network data protection unit while the machine is in use. It may come loose, even if pushed only slightly.
  • Page 97: Connecting The Printer

    ❒ Ethernet cable is not supplied with this machine. Select your cable according to the network environment. Attach one ferrite core at the printer end of the Ethernet cable, and then attach the other ferrite core about 10 cm (4 inches) ( ) from this core.
  • Page 98 Connecting the Printer Reading the LED Lamps Yellow: lit when 100 BASE-TX is being used. Unlit when 10 BASE-T is being used. Green: lit when the printer is properly connected to the network.
  • Page 99: Usb Connection

    Connecting the Printer USB Connection ❒ USB2.0 interface cable is not supplied. Obtain it separately, according to the computer you are using. ❒ USB connection is possible under Windows 98 SE/Me/2000/XP, Windows Server 2003, Mac OS X v10.3.3 or higher.
  • Page 100: Parallel Connection

    Connecting the Printer Parallel Connection ❒ The parallel interface cable is not provided with the printer. ❒ The printer's parallel connection is a standard bidirectional interface that re- quires an IEEE 1284-compliant 36-pin parallel cable and host computer par- allel port.
  • Page 101: Ieee 1394 Connection

    ❒ Either of the two connectors for the 1394 interface unit can be used. ❒ If you have an interface cable with a ferrite core, connect the ferrite core end to the printer. For details about settings for IEEE 1394(IP over 1394, SCSI print) connec-...
  • Page 102: Configuration

    You can use SmartDeviceMonitor for Admin or a Web browser to make IP ad- dress-related settings in a TCP/IP-capable environment. ❒ Configure the printer for the network using the control panel. ❒ The following table shows the control panel settings and their default values.
  • Page 103 ❒ Enable TCP/IP to use the Pure IP environment of NetWare 5/5.1, NetWare 6/6.5. If you use TCP/IP, assign the IP address to the printer. Press the {U} or {T} key to display [IP Address], and then press the {# Enter} key.
  • Page 104 Configuration To get the IP address for the printer, contact your network administrator. Press the {U} or {T} key to enter the left most entry field of the IP ad- dress, and then press the {# Enter} key. IP Address: 192.022.033.044...
  • Page 105: Network Setup

    Select], the frame type detected by the printer is adopted. If your network can use more than two frame types, the printer may fail to select the correct frame type if [Auto Select] is selected. In this case, select the appropriate frame type.
  • Page 106 Configuration After the settings are made, about two seconds later, the screen returns to the network setup menu. Press the {Online} key. The initial screen appears. Print a configuration page to confirm the settings made. For details about printing the configuration page, see p.40 “Test Printing”.
  • Page 107: Ieee 802.11B (Wireless Lan) Configuration

    Configuration IEEE 802.11b (Wireless LAN) Configuration Configure the printer to use IEEE 802.11b (Wireless LAN). The following table shows the control panel settings and their default values. These items appear in the [Host Interface] menu. Setting Name Default Value Comm. Mode 802.11 Ad hoc...
  • Page 108 Configuration Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Host Interface] menu, and then press the {# Enter} key. Menu: Host Interface The interface setting menu appears. Press the {U} or {T} key to display [IEEE 802.11b] , and then press the {# Enter} key.
  • Page 109 Configuration Set [Trans. Speed] in the same way. ❒ The factory default is “Auto”. If you need to change the transmitting speed depending on environment you are using, select the appropriate transmit- ting speed. If [Infrastructure] or [802.11 Ad hoc] is selected for [Comm. Mode], set [SSID] to use for transmission.
  • Page 110 Configuration After entering the key, press the {# Enter} key twice. SSID: [32] AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA After the settings are made, about two seconds later, the screen returns to the IEEE 802.11b setting menu. In the case of using a WEP key on a network, activate the WEP setting to be used for communication along with WEP.
  • Page 111 Configuration Press the {U} or {T} key to select characters, and then press the {# En- ter} key. WEP Key: [ 1] You can now enter the next character. WEP Key: [ 2] Continue entering the key. ❒ When using 64 bit WEP, up to 10 characters can be used for hexadecimal and up to five characters for ASCII.
  • Page 112 Configuration For details about printing the configuration page, see p.40 “Test Printing”.
  • Page 113: Ieee 1394 Configuration

    Configuration IEEE 1394 Configuration Use this procedure to configure the printer for use in an IEEE 1394 environment. The following table shows the control panel settings and their default values. These items appear in the [Host Interface] menu. Setting Name...
  • Page 114 After the settings are made, about two seconds later, the screen returns to the IEEE 1394 setting menu. Assign the IP address to the printer. Press the {U} or {T} key to display [IP Address1394], and then press the {# Enter} key.
  • Page 115 Configuration Press the {Online} key. The initial screen appears. Print a configuration page to confirm the settings made. For details about printing the configuration page, see SCSI print Press the {Menu} key. The [Menu] screen appears. Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Host Interface] menu, and then press the {# Enter} key.
  • Page 116: Scsi Print

    Configuration Press the {U} or {T} key to select either [Active] or [Not Active], and then press the {# Enter} key. SCSI print: *Active After the settings are made, about two seconds later, the screen returns to the IEEE 1394 setting menu. Set [Bidi-SCSI print] in the same way.
  • Page 117: Installing The Printer Driver

    2003, and Windows NT 4.0, you must have an account that has Manage Printers permission. Log on as an Administrator. ❒ The Quick Install is not available when using this printer under USB connec- tion. If you connect using USB, see Software Guide.
  • Page 118 ❒ Auto Run may not work with certain operating system settings. If this hap- pens, launch “Setup.exe” on the CD-ROM root directory. ❒ Select a printer to whose IP address is displayed in [Connect To] to install SmartDeviceMonitor for Client when using TCP/IP.
  • Page 119: Install The Operating Instructions

    “Setup.exe” to start the installation. ❒ To uninstall the Operating Instructions Manual, select [Programs] in the [Start] menu, select your printer driver, and then click [uninstall]. You can uninstall each Manual Guide separately. ❒ If you are using an incompatible Web browser and the simpler version of the Operating Instructions Manual does not correctly display correctly, open folder “MANUAL\R_MANUAL\US_ENG\ (SETUP or MAINTE or...
  • Page 120 Installing the PostScript 3 Printer Driver (Windows 2000 - TCP/IP)...22 Installing the PostScript 3 Printer Driver (Windows 2000 - IPP) ...24 Installing the PostScript 3 Printer Driver (Windows XP, Windows Server 2003 - TCP/ IP) ...25 Installing the PostScript 3 Printer Driver (Windows XP, Windows Server 2003 - IPP) Installing the PostScript 3 Printer Driver (Windows NT 4.0 - TCP/IP)...28...
  • Page 121 Installing the PostScript 3 Printer Driver (Windows XP, Windows Server 2003) ...34 Using the LPR Port ...37 Installing the PCL or RPCS Printer Driver...37 Installing the PostScript 3 Printer Driver (Windows 2000) ...38 Installing the PostScript 3 Printer Driver (Windows XP, Windows Server 2003) ...39 Installing the PostScript 3 Printer Driver (Windows NT 4.0)...40...
  • Page 122 Windows 2000 - Accessing the Printer Properties ...82 Windows XP, Windows Server 2003 - Accessing the Printer Properties ...84 Windows NT 4.0 - Accessing the Printer Properties ...86 PostScript 3 - Setting Up for Printing ...89 Windows 95/98/Me - Accessing the Printer Properties ...89 Windows 2000 - Accessing the Printer Properties ...90...
  • Page 123 Using SmartDeviceMonitor for Admin ...167 Installing SmartDeviceMonitor for Admin ...168 Changing the Network Interface Board Configuration... 169 Locking the Menus on the Printer's Control Panel ...169 Changing the Paper Type ... 170 Managing User Information...171 Configuring the Energy Saver Mode ...174 Setting a Password ...174...
  • Page 124 ... 204 upnp ...204 web...204 wiconfig ... 205 wins ...207 SNMP...209 Getting Printer Information over the Network...210 Current Printer Status ...210 Printer configuration ...216 Understanding the Displayed Information ...218 Print Job Information ...218 Print Log Information...218 Configuring the Network Interface Board ...219 Message List ...225...
  • Page 125 Using Pure IP in the NetWare 5/5.1 or 6/6.5 Environment...236 Setting Up as a Remote Printer (NetWare 3.x) ...239 Setting Up as a Remote Printer (NetWare 4.x, 5/5.1, 6/6.5) ...241 Special Operations under Windows Printing Files Directly from Windows ...245 Setup...245...
  • Page 126 Appendix Software and Utilities Included on the CD-ROM ...274 Printer Drivers for This Printer...274 SmartDeviceMonitor for Admin ...275 SmartDeviceMonitor for Client ...276 Cautions to Take When Using in a network ...279 Connecting a Dial-up Router to a Network... 279 Using DHCP...279 Configuring the WINS Server...281...
  • Page 127: Read This First

    ❖ Software Guide (HTML) (this manual) Provides basic information about installing the printer driver and software, us- ing the printer in a network environment, and configuration and setup. Also, provides information about configuring and monitoring printer status us- ing software and a Web browser.
  • Page 128: Preparing For Printing

    2003, and Windows NT 4.0, you must have an account that has Manage Printers permission. Log on as an Administrator. ❒ The Quick Install is not available when using this printer under USB connec- tion. If you connect using USB, see USB”.
  • Page 129 ❒ Auto Run may not work with certain operating system settings. If this hap- pens, launch “Setup.exe” on the CD-ROM root directory. ❒ Select a printer to whose IP address is displayed in [Connect To] to install SmartDeviceMonitor for Client when using TCP/IP.
  • Page 130: Confirming The Connection Method

    Preparing for Printing Confirming the Connection Method This printer supports network and local connection. Before installing the printer driver, check how the printer is connected. Follow the driver installation procedure that is appropriate to the connection method. Network Connection This printer can be used as a Windows printing port or network printer.
  • Page 131 ❖ Windows NT 4.0 Connection Method Ethernet/ IEEE 802.11b IEEE 1394 (IP over 1394) See the explanation of how to install the printer driver for each type of port. For the SmartDeviceMonitor for Client port, see Monitor for Client Port”.
  • Page 132: Local Connection

    This printer can be used as the Windows network printer, the NetWare print serv- er, or the NetWare remote printer. See the explanation of how to install the printer driver for each type of network printer. For the Windows network printer, see Printer”.
  • Page 133 • USB, Parallel, IEEE 1394 (SCSI print), and Bluetooth connections • Windows NT 4.0: • Parallel connection See the explanation of how to install the printer driver for each method of connection. For the USB connection, see For the parallel connection, see...
  • Page 134: Using The Smartdevicemonitor For Client Port

    Windows Server 2003, and Windows NT 4.0, you must have an account that has Manage Printers permission. Log on as an Administrator. ❒ Install SmartDeviceMonitor for Client before installing the printer driver when using the SmartDeviceMonitor for Client port.
  • Page 135: Installing The Pcl Or Rpcs Printer Driver (Tcp/Ip)

    You can select several printer drivers. Select the printer model you want to use. The printer name can be changed in the [Change settings for 'Printer Name'] box. Double-click the printer name to display the printer settings. ❒ The details shown in [Comment:], [Driver:], and [Port:] vary depending on the operating system, printer model, and port.
  • Page 136: Installing The Pcl Or Rpcs Printer Driver (Ipp)

    Select the printer you want to use, and then click [OK]. Only printers that respond to a broadcast from the computer appear. To use a printer not listed here, click [Specify Address], and then enter the IP address or host name of the printer.
  • Page 137 You can enter “http://printer's address/ipp” as the printer's address. Enter a name for identifying the printer in [IPP Port Name]. Use a name dif- ferent from the one of any existing port. If a name is not specified here, the address entered in the [Printer URL] box becomes the IPP port name.
  • Page 138: Installing The Postscript 3 Printer Driver (Windows 95/98/Me - Tcp/Ip)

    ❒ To stop installation of the selected software, click [Cancel] before installa- tion is complete. A message appears if there is a newer version of the printer driver already installed. If there is, you cannot install the printer driver using Auto Run. If you still want to install the printer driver, use [Add Printer].
  • Page 139 Specify whether or not to print a test page, and then click [Finish]. On the [Start] menu, point to [Settings], and then click [Printers]. The [Printers] window appears. Click the icon of the printer you want to use. On the [File] menu, click [Properties]. On the [Details] tab, click [Add Port…].
  • Page 140: Installing The Postscript 3 Printer Driver (Windows 95/98/Me - Ipp)

    Specify whether or not to print a test page, and then click [Finish]. On the [Start] menu, point to [Settings], and then click [Printers]. The [Printers] window appears. Click the icon of the printer you want to use. On the [File] menu, click [Properties].
  • Page 141: Installing The Postscript 3 Printer Driver (Windows 2000 - Tcp/Ip)

    You can enter “http://(printer's address)/ipp” as the printer's address. Enter a name for identifying the printer in [IPP Port Name]. Use a name dif- ferent from the one of any existing port. If a name is not specified here, the address entered in the [Printer URL] box becomes the IPP port name.
  • Page 142 [Specify Address], and then enter the IP address or host name of the printer. Check that the name of the printer whose driver you want to install is se- lected, and then click [Next >].
  • Page 143: Installing The Postscript 3 Printer Driver (Windows 2000 - Ipp)

    5.01, or a higher version must be installed). (example IP address: 192.168.15.16) http://192.168.15.16/printer https://192.168.15.16/printer You can enter “http://(printer's address)/ipp” as the printer's address. Enter a name for identifying the printer in [IPP Port Name]. Use a name dif- ferent from the name of any existing port.
  • Page 144: Installing The Postscript 3 Printer Driver (Windows Xp, Windows Server 2003 - Tcp/Ip)

    Preparing for Printing If a name is not specified here, the address entered in the [Printer URL] box becomes the IPP port name. Click [Detailed Settings] to configure proxy server, the IPP user name and other settings. Specify the necessary settings, and then click [OK].
  • Page 145 [Specify Address], and then enter the IP address or host name of the printer. Check that the name of the printer whose driver you want to install is se- lected, and then click [Next >].
  • Page 146 You can enter “http://(printer's address)/ipp” as the printer's address. Enter a name for identifying the printer in [IPP Port Name]. Use a name dif- ferent from the one of any existing port. If a name is not specified here, the address entered in the [Printer URL] box becomes the IPP port name.
  • Page 147: Installing The Postscript 3 Printer Driver (Windows Nt 4.0 - Tcp/Ip)

    Specify whether or not to print a test page, and then click [Next >]. Click [Finish]. The printer driver installation starts. ❒ A User Code can be set after the printer driver installation. For information about User Code, see the printer driver Help. Installing the PostScript 3 Printer Driver (Windows NT 4.0 - TCP/IP) ❒...
  • Page 148: Installing The Postscript 3 Printer Driver (Windows Nt 4.0 - Ipp)

    [Specify Address], and then enter the IP address or host name of the printer. Check that the name of the printer whose driver you want to install is se- lected, and then click [Next >].
  • Page 149: Changing The Port Settings For Smartdevicemonitor For Client

    You can enter “http://(printer's address)/ipp” as the printer's address. Enter a name for identifying the printer in [IPP Port Name]. Use a name dif- ferent from the one of any existing port. If a name is not specified here, the address entered in the [Printer URL] box becomes the IPP port name.
  • Page 150 Preparing for Printing In the [Printers] window, click the icon of the printer you want to use. On the [File] menu, click [Properties]. Click the [Details] tab, and then click [Configure Port]. The [Port Settings] dialog box appears. Windows 2000 / Windows NT 4.0: Open [Printers] window from [Start] menu.
  • Page 151: Using The Standard Tcp/Ip Port

    Configure the Standard TCP/IP port settings, and then see Windows Help if [Standard TCP/IP Port] does not appear. Click [Next] in the [Add Standard TCP/IP Printer Port Wizard] dialog box. Enter the printer name or IP address in the [Printer Name or IP Address] box.
  • Page 152: Installing The Postscript 3 Printer Driver (Windows 2000)

    ❒ To stop installation of the selected software, click [Cancel] before installa- tion is complete. A message appears if there is a newer version of the printer driver already installed. If there is, you cannot install the printer driver using Auto Run. If you still want to install the printer driver, use [Add Printer].
  • Page 153: Installing The Postscript 3 Printer Driver (Windows Xp, Windows Server 2003)

    Click [Standard TCP/IP], and then click [New Port...]. Click [Next] in the [Add Standard TCP/IP Printer Port Wizard] dialog box. Enter the printer name or IP address in the [Printer Name or IP Address] box, and then click [Next >].
  • Page 154 Click [Standard TCP/IP], and then click [OK]. Click [Next] in the [Add Standard TCP/IP Printer Port Wizard] dialog box. Enter the printer name or IP address in the [Printer Name or IP Address] box, and then click [Next >]. When screen for Device selection appears, select “RICOH NetworkPrinter Driver C Model”.
  • Page 155 Preparing for Printing ❒ A User Code can be set after the printer driver installation. For information about User Code, see the printer driver Help.
  • Page 156: Using The Lpr Port

    After reading the agreement, click [I accept the agreement], and then click [Next]. Select a printer driver you want to use in the [Printer Program] dialog box. You can select several printer drivers. Select the printer model you want to use.
  • Page 157: Installing The Postscript 3 Printer Driver (Windows 2000)

    Preparing for Printing Enter “lp” in the [Name of printer or print queue on that server] box, and then click [OK]. The port is added. Check that the port of the selected printer is displayed in [Port:]. Configure the default printer as necessary.
  • Page 158: Installing The Postscript 3 Printer Driver (Windows Xp, Windows Server 2003)

    Enter the printer's IP address in the [Name or address of server providing lpd] box. Enter “lp” in the [Name of printer or print queue on that server] box, and then click [OK]. Check that the name of the printer whose driver you want to install is se- lected, and then click [Next >].
  • Page 159: Installing The Postscript 3 Printer Driver (Windows Nt 4.0)

    Enter the printer's IP address in the [Name or address of server providing lpd] box. Enter “lp” in the [Name of printer or print queue on that server box], and then click [OK]. Check that the name of the printer whose driver you want to install is se- lected, and then click [Next >].
  • Page 160 Enter the printer's IP address in the [Name or address of server providing lpd box] box. Enter “lp” in the [Name of printer or print queue on that server] box, and then click [OK]. Check that the name of the printer whose driver you want to install is se- lected, and then click [Next >].
  • Page 161: Using As The Windows Network Printer

    ❒ If you print with a Windows XP or Windows Server 2003 print server, notifica- tion functions of SmartDeviceMonitor may not be used with the client. ❒ If you print with a Windows NT 4.0 print server, install the printer driver before you connect the print server to the printer.
  • Page 162: Installing The Postscript 3 Printer Driver (Windows 95/98/Me)

    Check that the port of the selected printer is displayed in [Port:]. Configure the User Code as necessary. For an RPCS printer driver, a User Code can be set after the printer driver in- stallation. For information about User Code, see the printer driver Help.
  • Page 163: Installing The Postscript 3 Printer Driver (Windows 2000)

    ❒ Installing a printer driver requires Administrators permission. Log on using an account that has Administrators permission. ❒ If you print from a print server connected to the printer using the SmartDevice- Monitor port, the client cannot use Recovery Printing and Parallel Printing.
  • Page 164: Installing The Postscript 3 Printer Driver (Windows Xp, Windows Server 2003)

    Select the [Yes] check box to configure the printer as default. Click [Finish]. Restart the computer to complete installation. ❒ A User Code can be set after the printer driver installation. For information about User Code, see the printer driver Help. Installing the PostScript 3 Printer Driver (Windows XP, Windows Server 2003) ❒...
  • Page 165 Preparing for Printing ❒ If you print from a print server connected to the printer using the SmartDevice- Monitor port, the client cannot use Recovery Printing and Parallel Printing. ❒ If you print with a Windows XP or Windows Server 2003 print server, Smart- DeviceMonitor notification functions may not be possible for the client.
  • Page 166: Installing The Postscript 3 Printer Driver (Windows Nt 4.0)

    ❒ Installing this printer driver requires Administrators permission. Log on using an account that has Administrators permission. ❒ If you print from a print server connected to the printer using the SmartDevice- Monitor port, the client cannot use Recovery Printing and Parallel Printing.
  • Page 167 Preparing for Printing ❒ A User Code can be set after the printer driver installation. For information about User Code, see the printer driver Help.
  • Page 168: Using As The Netware Print Server/Remote Printer

    You can select several printer drivers. Select the [Printer Name] check box to select the printer models you want to use. The printer name can be changed in the [Change settings for 'Printer Name'] box. Double-click the printer name to display the printer settings.
  • Page 169: When Using The Postscript 3 Printer Driver

    [NetWare setting] tab. Do not select these check boxes since they are automatically selected by the printer driver. If you select the check boxes, the printer may not print correctly. Click [OK] to close the printer properties dialog box.
  • Page 170: Form Feed

    Click [OK] to close the printer properties dialog box. Form Feed Do not use NetWare to configure form feed. Form feed is controlled by the printer driver on Windows. If NetWare form feed is configured, the printer may not print properly.
  • Page 171: Installing The Printer Driver Using Usb

    ❒ Installation via USB is not possible under Windows 95/98. Upgrade to Win- dows 98 SE/Me. If the printer driver has already been installed, plug and play is enabled, and the icon of the printer connected to the “USB” port is added to the [Printers] window.
  • Page 172 CD-ROM. Specify the location where the source files of the printer driver is stored, and then click [Next >]. If the CD-ROM drive is D, the source files of the printer driver are stored in the following location: • RPCS D:DRIVESRPCSWIN9X_ME(Language)DISK1 •...
  • Page 173: Windows 2000 - Usb

    ❒ Installing a printer driver requires Administrators permission. Log on using an account that has Administrators permission. If the printer driver has already been installed, plug and play is enabled, and the icon of the printer connected to the “USB” port is added to the [Printers] window.
  • Page 174: Windows Xp, Windows Server 2003 - Usb

    Preparing for Printing If the CD-ROM drive is D, the source files of the printer driver are stored in the following location: • RPCS D:DRIVESRPCSWIN2K_XP(Language)DISK1 • PCL 5c D:DRIVESPCL5cWIN2K_XP(Language)DISK1 • PCL 6 D:DRIVESPCL6WIN2K_XP(Language)DISK1 • PostScript 3 D:DRIVESPS3WIN2K_XP(Language)DISK1 Check the printer driver location, and then click [OK].
  • Page 175: Troubleshooting Usb

    Select the [Include this location in the search] check box under [Search for the best driver in these location], and then click [Browse] to select the printer driv- er location. If the CD-ROM drive is D, the source files of the printer driver are stored in the following location: • RPCS D:DRIVESRPCSWIN2K_XP(Language)DISK1 •...
  • Page 176 Preparing for Printing Windows has already configured the USB settings. Open Windows' Device Manager, and then, under [Univer- sal Serial Bus controllers], remove any conflicting devices. Conflicting devices have a yellow [!] or [?] icon by them. Take care not to accidentally remove required devices. For details, see Windows Help.
  • Page 177: Printing With Parallel Connection

    After reading the agreement, click [I accept the agreement], and then click [Next]. Select a printer driver you want to use in the [Printer Program] dialog box. You can select several printer drivers. Select the [Printer Name] check box to select the printer models you want to use.
  • Page 178: Installing The Postscript 3 Printer Driver (Windows 95/98/Me)

    Restart the computer and reinstall other software pro- grams or printer drivers. A message appears if there is a newer version of the printer driver already installed. If there is, you cannot install the printer driver using Auto Run. If you still want to install the printer driver, use [Add Printer].
  • Page 179: Installing The Postscript 3 Printer Driver (Windows 2000)

    Specify whether or not to print a test page, and then click [Finish]. Restart the computer to complete installation. ❒ A User Code can be set after the printer driver installation. For information about User Code, see the printer driver Help.
  • Page 180: Installing The Postscript 3 Printer Driver (Windows Xp, Windows Server 2003)

    Preparing for Printing ❒ A User Code can be set after the printer driver installation. For information about User Code, see the printer driver Help. Installing the PostScript 3 Printer Driver (Windows XP, Windows Server 2003) ❒ Installing this printer driver requires Administrators permission. Log on using an account that has Administrators permission.
  • Page 181: Installing The Postscript 3 Printer Driver (Windows Nt 4.0)

    Preparing for Printing ❒ A User Code can be set after the printer driver installation. For information about User Code, see the printer driver Help. Installing the PostScript 3 Printer Driver (Windows NT 4.0) ❒ Installing this printer driver requires Administrators permission. Log on using an account that has Administrators permission.
  • Page 182: Installing The Printer Driver Using Ieee 1394 (Scsi Print)

    ❒ SCSI print must be set to “active” from the control panel. For details, see p.145 “Host Interface Menu”. ❒ This printer can receive print data from one computer at a time only. An mes- sage may appear if jobs from different computers collide. ❒ If jobs collide, the first received is printed first.
  • Page 183 If Auto Run starts, click [Cancel], and then [Exit]. Click [Browse]. Select the printer driver you want to use. If the CD-ROM drive is D, the source files of the printer driver are stored in the following location: • RPCS D:DRIVESRPCSWIN2K_XP(Language)DISK1 •...
  • Page 184: Windows Xp, Windows Server 2003

    ❒ Installing this printer driver requires Administrators permission. Log on using an account that has Administrators permission. ❒ This printer can receive print data from one computer at a time only. If a job from a computer collides with other data, a message may appear on the com- puter.
  • Page 185 [Printers and Faxes] window. (“n” shows the number of printers connect- ed.) Follow the instructions. ❒ If the printer driver has already been installed, the printer icon is added to the [Printers and Faxes] window. In this case, printer driver installation is not necessary.
  • Page 186: Printing With Bluetooth Connection

    • Some printers do not support BIP. Printing with Bluetooth Connection To install the printer driver, follow the procedure used to install parallel interface. ❒ To install the printer driver under Windows 2000/XP Professional, Windows Server 2003, and Windows NT 4.0, you must have an account that has Man- age Printers permission.
  • Page 187 Select the printer you want to use in the [Printers and Faxes] box. Click [Connect]. ❒ To always use the same printer, select the [Always use for this connection] check box. For details, see the manuals provided with the Bluetooth adaptor or computer equipped with Bluetooth.
  • Page 188 As the Bluetooth password, enter the last four digits of the printer's serial number. You can find the serial number on the label on the back of the printer. For example, if the serial number is 00A0-001234, the Bluetooth password is 1234.
  • Page 189: If A Message Appears During Installation

    Double-click the Add Printer icon. Follow the instructions in Add Printer Wizard. ❒ If the printer driver is on a CD-ROM, the location of the RPCS printer driver is either DRIVERSRPCSWIN9X_ME, DRIVERSRPCSWIN2K_XP, or DRIVERSRPCS T4. If the installer starts, click [Cancel] to quit.
  • Page 190: Making Option Settings For The Printer

    Communication is Conditions for Bidirectional Communication Bidirectional communication allows information about paper size and feed direc- tion settings to be automatically sent to the printer. You can check printer status from your computer. • Bidirectional communication is supported by Windows 95/98/Me/2000/XP, Windows Server 2003, and Windows NT 4.0.
  • Page 191: If Bidirectional Communication Is Disabled

    Preparing for Printing • Under Windows 2000, [Enable bidirectional support] must be selected, and [Enable printer pooling] must not be selected on the [port] tab with the RPCS printer driver. • In addition to the above, one of the following conditions must also be met: •...
  • Page 192 In this case, no change is necessary for option settings. ❒ If you are using the RPCS printer driver, click the [Change Accessories] tab. ❒ If you are using the PS printer driver, click the [Device Settings] tab.
  • Page 193: Setting Up The Printer Driver

    WordPad application provided with Windows 95/98/Me. On the [File] menu, click [Print]. The [Print] dialog box appears. Select the printer you want to use in the [Name] list, and then click [Prop- erties]. The printer properties dialog box appears.
  • Page 194: Windows 2000 - Accessing The Printer Properties

    For details, see the manuals provided with the ap- plication you use. ❒ With some applications, the printer driver settings are not used, and the ap- plication's own default settings are applied. ❒ Any settings you make in the following procedure are valid for the current application only.
  • Page 195 Setting Up the Printer Driver Making printer default settings - Printing Preferences ❒ You cannot change the printer default settings for each user. Settings made in the printer properties dialog box are applied to all users. On the [Start] menu, point to [Settings], and then click [Printers].
  • Page 196: Windows Xp, Windows Server 2003 - Accessing The Printer Properties

    Administrators and Power Users groups have Manage Printers permission by default. ❒ You cannot change the printer default settings for each user. Settings made in the printer properties dialog box are applied to all users. On the [Start] menu, click [Printers and Faxes].
  • Page 197: Windows Nt 4.0 - Accessing The Printer Properties

    Server Operators, Print Operators, and Power Users groups have Full Control permission by default. ❒ You cannot change the printer default settings for each user. Settings made in the printer properties dialog box are applied to all users. On the [Start] menu, point to [Settings], and then click [Printers].
  • Page 198 Server Operators, Print Operators, and Power Users groups have Full Control permission by default. ❒ You cannot change the printer default settings for each user. Settings made in the printer properties dialog box are applied to all users. On the [Start] menu, point to [Settings], and then click [Printers].
  • Page 199 On the [File] menu, click [Print]. The [Print] dialog box appears. Select the printer you want to use in the [Name] list, and then click [Prop- erties]. The printer properties dialog box appears. Make the necessary settings, and then click [OK].
  • Page 200: Rpcs - Accessing The Printer Properties

    ❒ You cannot change the printer default settings for each user. Settings made in the printer properties dialog box are applied to all users. ❒ With some applications, the printer driver settings are not used, and the appli- cation's own default settings are applied.
  • Page 201: Windows 2000 - Accessing The Printer Properties

    On the [File] menu, click [Print]. The [Print] dialog box appears. Select the printer you want to use in the [Name] list, and then click [Prop- erties]. The printer properties dialog box appears. Make the necessary settings, and then click [OK].
  • Page 202 On the [File] menu, click [Properties]. The printer properties dialog box appears. ❒ When you open the printer properties dialog box initially after installing the RPCS printer driver, a confirmation message appears. After clicking [OK], the printer properties dialog box appears.
  • Page 203: Windows Xp, Windows Server 2003 - Accessing The Printer Properties

    Administrators and Power Users groups have Manage Printers permission by default. ❒ You cannot change the printer default settings for each user. Settings made in the printer properties dialog box are applied to all users. On the [Start] menu, click [Printers and Faxes].
  • Page 204 For details, see the printer driver Help. Making printer default settings - Printing Preferences ❒ You cannot change the printer default settings for each user. Settings made in the printer properties dialog box are applied to all users. On the [Start] menu, click [Printers and Faxes].
  • Page 205: Windows Nt 4.0 - Accessing The Printer Properties

    Server Operators, Print Operators, and Power Users groups have Full Control permission by default. ❒ You cannot change the printer default settings for each user. Settings made in the printer properties dialog box are applied to all users. On the [Start] menu, point to [Settings], and then click [Printers].
  • Page 206 For details, see the manuals provided with the application you use. ❒ With some applications, the printer driver settings are not used, and the appli- cation's own default settings are applied. ❒ Any settings you make in the following procedure are valid for the current ap- plication only.
  • Page 207 Setting Up the Printer Driver Select the printer you want to use in the [Name] list, and then click [Prop- erties]. The printer properties dialog box appears. Make the necessary settings, and then click [Apply]. Click [OK] to start printing.
  • Page 208: Postscript 3 - Setting Up For Printing

    ❒ You cannot change the printer default settings for each user. Settings made in the printer properties dialog box are applied to all users. ❒ With some applications, the printer driver settings are not used, and the appli- cation's own default settings are applied.
  • Page 209: Windows 2000 - Accessing The Printer Properties

    On the [File] menu, click [Print]. The [Print] dialog box appears. Select the printer you want to use in the [Name] list, and then click [Prop- erties]. The printer properties dialog box appears. Make the necessary settings, and then click [OK].
  • Page 210 For details, see the printer driver Help. Making printer default settings - Printing Preferences ❒ You cannot change the printer default settings for each user. Settings made in the printer properties dialog box are applied to all users. On the [Start] menu, point to [Settings], and then click [Printers].
  • Page 211: Windows Xp, Windows Server 2003 - Accessing The Printer Properties

    Administrators and Power Users groups have Manage Printers permission by default. ❒ You cannot change the printer default settings for each user. Settings made in the printer properties dialog box are applied to all users. On the [Start] menu, click [Printers and Faxes].
  • Page 212: Windows Nt 4.0 - Accessing The Printer Properties

    Full Control permission. Members of the Ad- ministrators, Server Operators, Print Operators, and Power Users groups have Full Control permission by default. ❒ You cannot change the printer default settings for each user. Settings made in the printer properties dialog box are applied to all users.
  • Page 213 Server Operators, Print Operators, and Power Users groups have Full Control permission by default. ❒ You cannot change the printer default settings for each user. Settings made in the printer properties dialog box are applied to all users. On the [Start] menu, point to [Settings], and then click [Printers].
  • Page 214: Mac Os - Setting Up For Printing

    [Paper]. Under Mac OS X, select the paper size in [Paper Size]. ❒ If the printer you want to use is not displayed in [Format for:], select the print- er you want to use.
  • Page 215 Setting up for printing from an application Open the file you want to print. On the [File] menu, click [Print]. Check that the printer is selected in the [Printer] list, and then make the printer settings. Configure the settings, and then click [OK].
  • Page 216: Other Print Operations

    Other Print Operations Printing a PDF File Directly You can send PDF files directly to this printer to print, without opening its appli- cation. ❒ This is possible for Adobe PDF files only. ❒ PDF files of versions 1.3, 1.4, and 1.5 are supported.
  • Page 217: Pdf Direct Printing

    Other Print Operations Follow the instructions on the display to install DeskTopBinder Lite. If you are required to restart the computer after installing DeskTopBinder Lite, restart the computer and continue the configuration. DeskTopBinder Lite Enhancements Follow the DeskTopBinder Lite enhancement procedure to print PDF files direct- On the [Start] menu, click [Programs], [DeskTopBinder], and [Extended Features Wizard].
  • Page 218: Printing Pdf Password-Protected Documents

    Other Print Operations Drag the PDF file you want to print to the PDF Direct Printing icon in the palette and drop it there. [Output File List-PDF Direct Print] is displayed. Highlight the PDF you want to print, and then click [OK]. The PDF file is printed.
  • Page 219 Displays the plug-in configuration name (up to 63 single byte characters) Change Icon... Change the icon displayed on the tool bar. Printer name: Displays a list of RPCS drivers that support PDF direct printing. Duplex Print on both sides of sheets.
  • Page 220: Using Commands

    Other Print Operations Range Specify the print area on each page. Color/Black and White: Specify color or black-and-white printing. Resolution Specify a print resolution. PDF Password If the PDF file is password-protected, enter the password in this field. Otherwise, the file cannot be printed.
  • Page 221: Sample Print

    ❒ The number of pages the printer can save varies depending on the contents of the print images. At most, the printer can save 30 jobs or 1,100 pages for Sample Print and Locked Print. At most, the printer can store up to 1,000 pag- es for 1 job.
  • Page 222: Printing The Remaining Sets

    Other Print Operations Select the printer you want to use in the [Name] list, and then click [Prop- erties]. The printer properties dialog box appears. In the [Job type:] box, click [Sample Print]. In the [User ID:] box, enter a user ID using up to eight alphanumeric char- acters.
  • Page 223: Deleting A Sample Print File

    Other Print Operations To cancel printing, press the {Escape} key. Press the {# Enter} key. To change the number of sets you want to print, press the {U} or {T} key and select the number of sets, and then press the {# Enter} key.
  • Page 224 Other Print Operations ❒ The latest 50 error files are stored in the error log. If a new error file is added when there are 50 error files already stored, the oldest file is deleted. Howev- er, if the oldest error file is a sample print file, it is not deleted, but stored in- stead in the sample print error log until the number of sample print error files reaches 20.
  • Page 225: Locked Print

    ❒ You can identify the file you want to print by the user ID and the time when the job was stored. ❒ After the Locked Print file is printed, the job in the printer is deleted automati- cally. ❒ Follow the procedure below to use this function with the PCL or RPCS printer driver under Windows.
  • Page 226: Entering A Password

    Other Print Operations The [Print] dialog box appears. Select the printer you want to use in the [Name] list, and then click [Prop- erties]. In the [Job type:] box, click [Locked Print]. In the [User ID:] box, enter a user ID using up to eight alphanumeric char- acters.
  • Page 227: Deleting A Locked Print File

    Other Print Operations Enter the password. Press the {U} or {T} key to enter the leftmost digit of the password, and then press the {# Enter} key. The next digit appears. Repeat steps to enter all the digits of the password, and then press the {# Enter} key.
  • Page 228: Checking The Error Log

    Other Print Operations Press the {# Enter} key. The message [Deleted] appears, and then the Locked Print job selection screen appears. Checking the Error Log When a print job is not saved on the hard disk, it remains in the error log and can be checked using the control panel.
  • Page 229 Other Print Operations The initial screen appears.
  • Page 230: Form Feed

    Form Feed The message is displayed when there is no paper in the paper that does not agrees with the size and form specified by the printer driver, or there is no paper. You can form feed using tray. Press the {Form Feed} key, and then select the paper tray on the screen.
  • Page 231: Canceling A Print Job

    If the print job you want to cancel is being printed Check if the print job you want to cancel is currently being printed. While the print job may not be being printed, the printer is receiving data if the Data In indicator is lit or blinking.
  • Page 232: Mac Os - Canceling A Print Job

    If the print job you want to cancel is being printed Check if the print job you want to cancel is currently being printed. While the print job may not be being printed, the printer is receiving data if the Data In indicator is lit or blinking.
  • Page 233 Select the name of the job you want to cancel. Click the pause icon, and then click the trash icon. ❒ When this printer is used as a network printer, other users' print jobs cannot be canceled from a client computer.
  • Page 234: Caution During Printing

    See ❒ Do not turn off the printer or the computer when a print job is being spooled and the Data In indicator is blinking. The print job will remain in the hard disk and be printed when the printer is turned on.
  • Page 235 ❒ With Spool Printing, the computer is freed from print processing earlier, even when processing a large amount of data. ❒ Spool jobs stored in the printer can be viewed or deleted using Web Image Monitor. For information about the “spoolsw clear job” command on the telnet, see p.202...
  • Page 236: Cover

    Therefore, if the cover paper is set to landscape orien- tation, the orientation cover and body will be different. For printing methods, see the printer driver Help. Memory Capacity and Paper Size Additional memory apart from standard memory may be required depending on the paper size and data type.
  • Page 237 Other Print Operations • A4, Letter and Legal sized paper can be printed. ❖ 256 MB (standard + 128 MB) • A5, B5 JIS, A4, Letter, and Legal sized paper printing is guaranteed. One-sided printing (1200 x 1200 dpi) ❖ 128 MB (standard) •...
  • Page 238 Other Print Operations ❒ To duplex print at 1200 x 1200 dpi, the optional SDRAM module must be in- stalled. High density images cannot be printed if the SDRAM module is not installed.
  • Page 239: Making Printer Settings Using The Control Panel

    Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel Menu Chart This section explains how to change the default settings of the printer and pro- vides information about the parameters included in each menu. ❖ Sample Print ❒ Appear only when the optional hard disk is installed.
  • Page 240 Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel Menu Image Density Registration Plain Paper Maint. Reset HD Format 4C.Graphic Mode Replacmnt Alert WL.LAN Signal WL.LAN Defaults Image Area Key Repeat ❖ System Menu Prt. Err Report Auto Continue Memory Overflow Copies Printer Lang.
  • Page 241 Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel ❒ [Spool Printing] appear when the optional hard disk is installed. ❒ [RAM Disk] will not appear when the optional hard disk is installed. ❖ Host Interface Menu I/O Buffer I/O Timeout Network Setup IEEE 1394 Setup IEEE 802.11b...
  • Page 242 Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel ❖ PDF Menu Menu PDF: Change PW PDF Group PW Resolution Color Setting Color Profile ❖ Language Menu English German French Italian Dutch Swedish Norwegian Danish Spanish Finnish Portuguese Czech Polish Hungarian...
  • Page 243: Paper Input Menu

    Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel Paper Input Menu This section explains about paper settings on the Paper Input menu such as pa- per sizes and types on each tray. Changing the paper input menu Tray locking Follow the procedure below to lock/unlock trays.
  • Page 244: Paper Input Menu Parameters

    Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel Press the {Menu} key. The [Menu] screen appears. Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Paper Input], and then press the {# Enter} key. Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Tray Priority], and then press the {# Enter} key.
  • Page 245 ❒ Only installed trays appear on the display panel. ❒ You can lock multiple trays. ❒ If you need to have a tray locked, you must select the tray using both printer driver and control panel. ❒ When a locked tray is selected from the printer driver, the printer does not...
  • Page 246 ❖ Tray Priority You can set a tray to be checked first when [Auto Tray Select] is selected in [Pa- per Source] from the printer driver. The tray selected here is used when no tray is selected for a print job.
  • Page 247: List/Test Print Menu

    Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel List/Test Print Menu You can print lists of configurations on printer or the paper printings. Also, you can check the types and characters of all the printable fonts. Printing a Configuration Page Follow the procedure below to print the configuration page.
  • Page 248 Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel ❖ Pages Printed The total number of pages printed by the printer to date is displayed. ❖ Total Memory The total amount of SDRAM installed on the printer is displayed. ❖ Firmware Version •...
  • Page 249: List/Test Print Menu Parameters

    ❖ Config.P/Er.Log You can print the configuration page and error log. ❖ Config. Page You can print the current configuration of the printer. ❖ Error Log You can print an error report. ❖ Menu List You can print a menu list showing all available menus.
  • Page 250 Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel ❖ PDF Config.Page You can print an installed PS3 font and the Disk Directory List which shows the optional hard disk. ❖ Hex Dump You can print the data sent by the computer using Hex Dump.
  • Page 251: Maintenance Menu

    Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel Maintenance Menu You can set printing conditions such as density and calibration, and printer man- agement such as formatting the optional hard disk unit. Changing the maintenance menu This section explains changing the maintenance menu using examples.
  • Page 252 Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel ❒ If the [HD Format] button is not displayed, the optional hard disk unit is not properly installed. Reinstall the optional hard disk unit. For details about the optional hard disk unit, see Setup Guide. If you cannot install it properly even after attempting reinstallation, contact your sales or service repre- sentative.
  • Page 253: Maintenance Menu Parameters

    ❒ The signal is rated [Good] if signal strength is 86%-100%, [Fair] if 61%-85%, [Poor] if 31%-60%, and [Unavailable] if 0%-30%. If the signal is unstable or unavailable, remove any obstructions or move the printer to a place to re- ceive the signal.
  • Page 254 Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel ❖ Color Calibrate You can adjust the gradation of bright (highlighted parts) and medium areas (middle parts) for printing. ❖ Start Calibr. 1 You can print gradation correction sheet 1. ❖ Start Calibr. 2 You can print gradation correction sheet 2.
  • Page 255 Maintenance Guide. ❖ HD Format You can format the hard disk when the optional hard disk is installed. For details about formatting the hard disk, see “Attaching Printer Hard Disk Type 3000”, Setup Guide. ❖ 4C.Graphic Mode This mode adjusts levels of toner color overlap. If characters or lines blur, se- lecting [Text Priority] may make them clearer.
  • Page 256 Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel For details about displaying the signal strength, see signal strength”. ❖ WL.LAN Defaults Reset the wireless LAN to default. The menu appears when the 802.11b in- terface unit is installed. ❖ Image Area You can extend the printable area by about 2.5 mm (0.01 inch).
  • Page 257: System Menu

    Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel System Menu You can set basic functions required to use the printer. The printer can be used on factory default, but the configuration can be changed depending on the con- dition of the user. The changed condition holds even if the printer is turned off.
  • Page 258 Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel ❖ Prt. Err Report You can select [On] or [Off] to have an error report printed when a printer error or memory error occurs. • Off • On ❒ Default: Off ❖ Auto Continue You can make the Auto Continue setting.
  • Page 259 You can select [Off] or [Auto] to enable the Sub Paper Size function. When you select [Auto], the printer uses an alternative paper size if the currently specified paper is not loaded. When you select [Off], the printer uses any size paper in the current specified paper tray.
  • Page 260 • On • Off ❒ Default: On ❒ When the printer switches to Energy Saver mode, the Power indicator is unlit, but the Online indicator remains lit. ❖ Energy Saver 2 You can specify the number of minutes Energy Saver mode is applied.
  • Page 261 Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel ❒ Default: 1 minute ❒ When the printer switches to the Energy Saver mode, the Power indica- tor goes off, while the Online indicator stays lit and [Energy Save Mode ] appears. ❖ Auto Reset Time You can set On or Off and the time for the Auto Reset Timer.
  • Page 262 Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel ❒ Spooling stores a sent print job temporarily in the printer, and then prints it. ❒ This menu appears only when the optional hard disk is installed. ❖ Letterhead Mode You can select the letterhead printing mode.
  • Page 263 Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel • Off • On ❒ After changing the setting, turn off the power of the printer briefly, and then turn it on again. ❒ Default: On For information, see Web Image Monitor Help.
  • Page 264: Host Interface Menu

    Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel Host Interface Menu You can set configurations about network connections and communication when using parallel connection between the printer and the computer. The changed configuration holds even if the printer is turned off. Changing the Host Interface menu Follow the procedure below to change the I/O Timeout.
  • Page 265 • 512 KB ❒ Default: 128 KB ❖ I/O Timeout You can set how many seconds the printer should wait before ending a print job. If printing operation is frequently interrupted by data from other ports, you can increase the timeout period.
  • Page 266 You can select the active protocol. • TCP/IP • NetWare • SMB • AppleTalk ❒ Default: All Active ❖ Ethernet Speed You can select the network speed to operate the printer. • Auto Select • 10Mbps Half D. • 10Mbps Full D.
  • Page 267 Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel • 100Mbps Half D. • 100Mbps Full D. ❒ Default: Auto Select ❖ LAN Type You can select Ethernet or IEEE 802.11b for LAN Type. This menu appears only when the optional 802.11 interface unit is in- stalled.
  • Page 268 Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel ❖ IP over 1394 You can specify whether or not to activate IP over 1394. • Active • Not Active ❒ Default: Active ❖ SCSI print You can specify whether or not to activate SCSI print.
  • Page 269 Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel ❖ Trans. Speed You can select the transmission speed for IEEE 802.11b. • Auto • 11 Mbps • 5.5 Mbps • 2 Mbps • 1 Mbps ❒ Default: Auto ❖ SSID You can set an SSID in the infrastructure mode and the 802.11 Ad hoc mode.
  • Page 270 Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel ❒ When using 64 bit WEP, up to 10 hexadecimal or 5 ASCII characters can be entered. When using 128 bit WEP, up to 26 hexadecimal or 13 ASCII characters can be entered.
  • Page 271: Pcl Menu

    Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel PCL Menu You can set conditions when using PCL for printing. Changing the PCL menu Follow the procedure below to change the setting for Orientation. Press the {Menu} key. The [Menu] screen appears.
  • Page 272 • RAM • HDD • SD ❒ Default: Resident ❒ When you select [RAM], you can select only fonts downloaded to the printer RAM. ❒ When you select [HDD], you can select only fonts downloaded to the op- tional hard disk.
  • Page 273 Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel ❖ Symbol Set You can specify the character set for the default font. Available sets are as follows: Roman-8, ISO L1, ISO L2, ISO L5, PC-8, PC-8 D/N, PC-850, PC-852, PC8- TK, Win L1, Win L2, Win L5, Desktop, PS Text, VN Intl, VN US, MS Publ, Math-8, PS Math, VN Math, Pifont, Legal, ISO 4, ISO 6, ISO 11, ISO 15, ISO 17, ISO 21, ISO 60, ISO 69, Win 3.0...
  • Page 274: Ps Menu

    Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel PS Menu You can set conditions when using Postscript for printing. Changing the PS menu Follow the procedure below to change the setting for data format. Press the {Menu} key. The [Menu] screen appears.
  • Page 275 When you use an Ethernet connection, the print job is canceled if: • The printer driver data format is TBCP and the data format selected using the control panel is Binary Data. • The printer driver data format is binary and the data format selected using the control panel is TBCP.
  • Page 276: Pdf Menu

    Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel PDF Menu You can set conditions when using PDF printing. Changing the PDF menu Follow the procedure below to change the resolution setting. Press {Menu} key. The [Menu] screen appears. Press {U} or {T} key to display [PDF Menu], and then press the {# Enter} key.
  • Page 277 Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel ❒ The password can be set using Web Image Monitor, but must be sent through the network. For increased security, use this menu on the control panel to set the password directly. ❒ Default: no password set ❖...
  • Page 278 Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel • Presentation • Photographic • User Setting ❒ Default: Auto...
  • Page 279: Language Menu

    Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel Language Menu You can set language displayed on the menu. Changing the language menu Follow the procedure below to change the language. Press the {Menu} key. The [Menu] screen appears. Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Language], and then press the {# En- ter} key.
  • Page 280: Monitoring And Configuring The Printer

    Monitoring and Configuring the Printer Using Web Image Monitor Using Web Image Monitor, you can check the printer status and change settings. ❖ Available operations The following operations can be remotely performed using Web Image Moni- tor from a client computer.
  • Page 281: Displaying Top Page

    Enter “http: //(printer's address)/” in the address bar of a Web browser. Top Page of Web Image Monitor appears. ❒ If the printer's host name has been registered on the DNS or WINS server, you can enter it. For details, see ❒...
  • Page 282: About Menu And Mode

    Displayed items may differ depending on the printers. ❖ About User Mode In the user mode, printer status, settings, and print job status can be viewed, but the printer settings cannot be changed. Status Printer status, including the amount of remaining paper in paper trays and the amount of remaining toner, is displayed.
  • Page 283: Access In The Administrator Mode

    Click to reset current print jobs and print jobs in queue. This button is located on Top Page. Reset Device Click to reset the printer. If a print job is being processed, the printer will be reset after the print job is completed. This button is located on Top Page. Access in the Administrator Mode Follow the procedure below to access Web Image Monitor in the administrator mode.
  • Page 284: Displaying Web Image Monitor Help

    Monitoring and Configuring the Printer Displaying Web Image Monitor Help When using Help for the first time, clicking either [Help] in the header area or the icon marked “?” in the display area makes the following screen appear, in which you can view Help in two different ways, as shown below: ❖...
  • Page 285 Monitoring and Configuring the Printer Click [Apply].
  • Page 286: Using Smartdevicemonitor For Admin

    The following functions are available: • Printer Information function • Display the network settings and detailed information of the printer. • Display the number of pages printed under each User Code. • Display the status of print jobs sent from computers.
  • Page 287: Installing Smartdevicemonitor For Admin

    • Monitor multiple printers at the same time. When there are multiple print- ers to manage, you can create groups and classify the printers to facili- tate management. • You can customize printer status according to groups, and send status notification e-mail to a computer. Installing SmartDeviceMonitor for Admin Follow the procedure below to install SmartDeviceMonitor for Admin.
  • Page 288: Changing The Network Interface Board Configuration

    [IPX/SPX] or [TCP/IP(SNMPv3)]. A list of printers using the selected protocol appears. ❒ Select the protocol of the printer whose configuration you want to change. In the list, select a printer whose configuration you want to change. On the [Tools] menu, click [NIB Setup Tool].
  • Page 289: Changing The Paper Type

    [IPX/SPX] or [TCP/IP(SNMPv3)]. A list of printers using the selected protocol appears. ❒ Select the protocol of the printer whose configuration you want to change. Select a printer. On the [Tools] menu, point to [Device Settings], and then click [Protect Printer Operation Panel].
  • Page 290: Managing User Information

    [IPX/SPX] or [TCP/IP(SNMPv3)]. A list of printers using the selected protocol appears. ❒ Select the protocol of the printer whose configuration you want to change. In the list, select a printer you want to manage. On the [Tools] menu, click [User Management Tool].
  • Page 291 Monitoring and Configuring the Printer Displaying the Number of Sheets Printed Follow the procedure below to display the number of sheets printed under each User Code. Start SmartDeviceMonitor for Admin. Click the [User Page Count] tab of User Management Tool.
  • Page 292 Monitoring and Configuring the Printer Restricting Functions Follow the procedure below to restrict use of individual functions. Start SmartDeviceMonitor for Admin. On the [Edit] menu of User Management Tool, click [Restrict Access To De- vice]. Select the check box of the functions you want to restrict.
  • Page 293: Configuring The Energy Saver Mode

    On the [Group] menu, point to [Energy Save Mode], point to [Set Individually] to make the settings for only the selected printer or point to [Set By Group] to make the settings for all printers in the selected group, and then click [On] or [Off].
  • Page 294: Checking The Printer Status

    The status of printers is indicated by icons in the list. ❒ For details about status icons, see SmartDeviceMonitor for Admin Help. To obtain status details, click the printer in the list, and then click [Open] on the [Device] menu.
  • Page 295 On the [System] page, enter the device name in the [Device Name:] box and a comment in the [Comment] box, and click [Apply]. • In the [Device Name:] box, enter a device name on the printer using up to 31 characters.
  • Page 296: Using Smartdevicemonitor For Client

    Right-click the SmartDeviceMonitor for Client icon, and check that the printer appears on the pop-up menu. Click [Options...] on the pop-up menu if the printer does not appear on the pop-up menu. The [SmartDeviceMonitor for Client - Options] dialog box appears.
  • Page 297: When Using Ipp With Smartdevicemonitor For Client

    When using IPP with SmartDeviceMonitor for Client, note the following: • The network printer can only receive one print job from SmartDeviceMonitor for Client at a time. While the network printer is printing, another user cannot access it until the job is finished. In this case, SmartDeviceMonitor for Client tries to access the network printer until the retry interval expires.
  • Page 298: Printer Status Notification By E-Mail

    The default is [On]. For details, see p.138 “System Open a Web browser, and then enter “http: //(printer's address)/” in the address bar. Top Page of Web Image Monitor appears. When setting SSL, a protocol for encrypted communication, under environ- ment which server authentification is issued , enter “https://(printer's ad-...
  • Page 299: Auto E-Mail Notification

    Monitoring and Configuring the Printer Auto E-mail Notification In the menu area, click [Auto E-mail Notification]. The dialog box for making notification settings appears. Make the following settings: • Notification Messages • Items in the Groups to Notify column • Items in the Select Groups/Items to Notify column To make detailed settings for these items, click [Edit] next to [Details of E- mail Notification Settings].
  • Page 300: Remote Maintenance By Telnet

    Follow the procedure below to use telnet. ❒ Only one user at a time can log on to perform remote maintenance. Use the IP address or the host name of the printer to start telnet. % telnet “IP_address” Enter your user name and password.
  • Page 301: Access

    • Use the “flush” command to restore the default settings so that all access ranges become “0.0.0.0”. ❒ The access range restricts computers from use of the printer by IP address. If you do not need to restrict printing, make the setting “0.0.0.0”.
  • Page 302: Autonet

    Monitoring and Configuring the Printer • Timeout value becomes ineffective. autonet Use the “autonet” command to configure AutoNet parameters. ❖ View settings The following command displays the current AutoNet settings: msh> autonet ❖ Configuration You can configure AutoNet settings. msh> autonet {on|off} •...
  • Page 303: Devicename

    You can set the Bluetooth operation mode to {private} or {public}. msh> btconfig {private | public} • The default is {public}. devicename Use the “devicename” command to display and change the printer name. ❖ View settings msh> devicename ❖ Printer name configuration msh>...
  • Page 304: Diprint

    Monitoring and Configuring the Printer ❖ Current interface priority configuration display msh> dhcp priority ❖ Interface priority configuration msh> dhcp priority “interface_name” • You can select which interface has DHCP parameter priority. • Priority settings are available when multiple interfaces are installed.
  • Page 305: Dns

    • The “bidirect” setting indicates whether the direct printing port is bidirec- tional or not. ❖ Setting timeout msh> diprint timeout [30~65535] • You can specify the timeout interval to use when the printer is expecting data from the network. • The default is 300 seconds. ❖ Setting bidirect msh>...
  • Page 306: Domainname

    You can specify the method of registering an A record when the dynamic DNS function is enabled and DHCP is used. • {own} To register an A record using the printer as the DNS client. The DNS server address and the domain name already designated are used for the registration.
  • Page 307: Help

    ❖ Command list display msh> help ❖ Display of procedure for using commands msh> help “command_name” hostname Use the “hostname” command to change the printer name. ❖ View settings msh> hostname ❖ Configuration msh> hostname “interface_name ” “printer_name” Interface set...
  • Page 308: Ifconfig

    Monitoring and Configuring the Printer • Enter the printer name using up to 63 alphanumeric characters. • You cannot use a printer name starting with “RNP” or “rnp”. • The Ethernet interface and IEEE 802.11b interface will have the same printer name.
  • Page 309: Info

    If interfaces are changed, the new interface inherits the configuration. ❒ Use “0x” as the initial two letters of a hexadecimal address. info Use the “info” command to display printer information such as paper tray, output tray, and printer language. ❖ Printer information display msh>...
  • Page 310: Netware

    • The “timeout” setting specifies how many seconds the computer tries to send print jobs when no connection can be made to the network printer. • The “auth” setting indicates the user authorization mode. ❖ IPP timeout configuration Specify how many seconds the computer waits before canceling an interrupt- ed print job.
  • Page 311: Passwd

    Monitoring and Configuring the Printer ❖ Encap type msh> netware encap [802.3/802.2/snap/ethernet2/auto] ❖ Remote Printer Number msh> netware rnum ❖ Timeout msh> netware timeout ❖ Printer server mode msh> netware mode pserver msh> netware mode ps ❖ Remote printer mode msh>...
  • Page 312: Prnlog

    • The computer name can be entered using up to 63 alphanumeric charac- ters. ❖ rendezvous Installation location information setting You can enter information about the location where the printer is installed. msh> rendezvous location “location” • Information about location can be entered using up to 32 alphanumeric characters.
  • Page 313 Monitoring and Configuring the Printer ❖ Setting order of priority for each protocol • diprint msh> rendezvous diprint {0-99} • lpr msh> rendezvous lpr {0-99} • ipp msh> rendezvous ipp {0-99} You can specify the order of priority for “diprint”, “lpr”, and “ipp”. Smaller num- bers indicate higher priority.
  • Page 314: Route

    Monitoring and Configuring the Printer route Use the “route” command to control the routing table. ❖ All route information display msh> route ❖ Specified route information display msh> route “destination” • Specify the IP address to destination. ❖ Enabling/disabling Specified Destination msh>...
  • Page 315: Set

    Monitoring and Configuring the Printer Use the “set” command to set the protocol information display “active” or “inac- tive”. ❖ View settings The following command displays protocol information (active/inactive). msh> set tcpip msh> set appletalk msh> set netware msh> set smb msh>...
  • Page 316: Show

    {up | down} • If Secured Sockets Layer (SSL, an encryption protocol) function is not available for the printer, you cannot use the function by enabling it. msh> set nrs {up | down} msh> set rfu {up | down} msh>...
  • Page 317: Slp

    Monitoring and Configuring the Printer Use “slp” command to configure SLP settings. msh> slp ttl “ttl_val” • You can search the NetWare server using SLP in the PureIP environment of NetWare 5/5.1 and Netware 6/6.5. Using the “slp” command, you can config- ure the value of TTL which can be used by SLP multicast packet.
  • Page 318: Snmp

    “number” name “community_name” • You can configure ten SNMP access settings numbered 1-10. • The printer cannot be accessed from SmartDeviceMonitor for Admin or SmartDeviceMonitor for Client if “public” is not registered in numbers 1-10. When changing the community name, use SmartDeviceMonitor for Admin and SNMP Setup Tool to correspond with printer settings.
  • Page 319 Monitoring and Configuring the Printer Access type Type of access permission read read only write read and write trap user is notified of trap messages ❖ Protocol configuration msh> snmp {ip | ipx} {on | off} • Use the following command to set protocols “active” or “inactive”: If you set a protocol “inactive”, all access settings for that protocol are disabled.
  • Page 320 Monitoring and Configuring the Printer ❖ Deleting sysContact msh> snmp clear contact ❖ SNMP v1v2 function configuration msh> snmp v1v2 {on | off} • Specify “on” to enable, and “off” to disable. ❖ SNMP v3 function configuration msh> snmp v3 {on | off} •...
  • Page 321: Sntp

    • The interval can be entered between 16 and 16,384 minutes. • If you set 0, the printer synchronizes with the NTP server only when you turn the printer on. After that, the printer does not synchronize with the NTP server.
  • Page 322: Sprint

    ❒ Specify “on” to enable Job Spool, or “off” to disable it. ❖ Resetting Job spool setting msh> spoolsw clear job {on | off} • When the printer power is cut during job spooling, this determines whether to reprint the spooled job. ❖ Protocol configuration msh>...
  • Page 323: Syslog

    Monitoring and Configuring the Printer syslog Use the “syslog” command to display the information stored in the printer's sys- tem log. ❖ View message msh> syslog ❒ For details about the information displayed, see tion”. upnp Use the “upnp” command to display and configure the universal plug and play.
  • Page 324: Wiconfig

    Monitoring and Configuring the Printer msh> web name “Name you want to display” ❖ Deleting URL names registered as link destinations msh> web x clear name Specify “1” or “2” for x as the number corresponding to the link name.
  • Page 325 Monitoring and Configuring the Printer Parameter channel frequency channel no. enc {on|off} key {key value} val {1|2|3|4} keyphrase { phrase} val {1|2|3|4} encval {1|2|3|4} Value configured You can enable or disable the WEP function. To enable the WEP function, specify [on]; to disable it, specify [off].
  • Page 326: Wins

    Monitoring and Configuring the Printer Parameter auth {open|shared} rate {auto|11m|5.5m|2m|1m} wins Use the “wins” command to configure WINS server settings. ❖ Viewing settings msh> wins • If the IP address obtained from DHCP differs from the WINS IP address, the DHCP address is the valid address.
  • Page 327 Monitoring and Configuring the Printer • Use the “primary” command to configure a primary WINS server IP ad- dress. • Use the “secondary” command to configure a secondary WINS server IP address. • Do not use “255.255.255.255” as the IP address.
  • Page 328: Snmp

    The SNMP agent operating on UDP and IPX is incorporated into the built-in Eth- ernet board and optional IEEE 802.11b interface unit of this printer. Also, the SNMP agent operating on UDP is incorporated in the optional IEEE 1394 inter- face board.
  • Page 329: Getting Printer Information Over The Network

    Monitoring and Configuring the Printer Getting Printer Information over the Network This section explains details of each item displayed in the printer status and in- formation. Current Printer Status The printer status can be checked using the following commands: • UNIX: Use the “lpq” command and “rsh”, “rcp”, and “ftp” parameters.
  • Page 330 Monitoring and Configuring the Printer Messages Empty: Black Toner Empty: Cyan Toner Empty: Magenta Toner Empty: Yellow Toner Energy Saver Mode Error Error at Printer: Red LED Error in Printer Error: Address Book Error: Command Transmission Error: DIMM Value Error: Ethernet Board...
  • Page 331 Monitoring and Configuring the Printer Messages Full: Hole Punch Receptacle Full: Standard Tray Full: Waste Toner Full: Waste Toner Bottle Hex Dump Mode Immed. Trans. not connected Immediate Transmission Failed In Use: Copier In Use: Fax In Use: Finisher In Use: Input Tray...
  • Page 332 Monitoring and Configuring the Printer Messages Malfunction: Staple Unit Malfunction: Tray 1 Malfunction: Tray 2 Malfunction: Tray 3 Malfunction: Tray 4 Malfunction: Z-folding unit Memory Low: Copy Memory Low: Data Storage Memory Low: Fax Scanning Memory Low: Scanning Miscellaneous Error...
  • Page 333 Monitoring and Configuring the Printer Messages No Paper: Tray 3 No Paper: Tray 4 Not Detected: B2 Lever Not Detected: Black Toner Not Detected: Cyan Toner Not Detected: Develop. Unit (C) Not Detected: Develop. Unit (K) Not Detected: Develop. Unit (M) Not Detected: Develop.
  • Page 334 Monitoring and Configuring the Printer Messages Not Detected: Yellow Toner Not Detected: Z-fold’g Internal Not Reached, Data Deleted Not Reached, Data Removed Not Reached, Data Stored Offline Original on Exposure Glass Panel Off Mode Panel Off Mode>>Printing ava. Paper in Duplex Unit...
  • Page 335: Printer Configuration

    ❒ Check the error contents that may be printed in the configuration page. For details about printing a configuration page, see Printer configuration You can check the printer configuration using telnet. Description It is time to replace the development unit (color).
  • Page 336 Monitoring and Configuring the Printer This section explains the checking procedure for input/output tray and printer language. • UNIX: Use the “info” command and “rsh”, “rcp”, and “ftp” parameters. • mshell: Use the “info” command. ❖ Input Tray Item Name...
  • Page 337: Understanding The Displayed Information

    • telnet : Use the “prnlog” command. See Item Description Print request ID. User Print request user name. Page Number of pages printed active Printing or preparing for printing. Waiting Waiting to be transferred to the printer. p.190 p.193 “prnlog”. “info”.
  • Page 338: Configuring The Network Interface Board

    Ethernet interface Syslog priority NVRAM version Print was completed normally. However, the print result may not be as required due to printer problems. Printing was not completed normally. Canceled An “rcp”, “rsh”, or “lpr” command print request was canceled, possibly due to the printing application. Not applicable to the “ftp”...
  • Page 339 Host name Address netmask Description Printer name Comment Location of the printer in the SNMP and Rendezvous in- formation Administrator information for the printer and contact in- formation in the SNMP information AppleTalk protocol in selection Network number Macintosh printer name...
  • Page 340 (this value is fixed) Login mode Packet timeout Protocol used NDS tree name (this value is fixed) (this value is fixed) Notification of print job completion Name of the workgroup Name of the computer Comment Share name (model of the printer)
  • Page 341 Monitoring and Configuring the Printer Item protocol IEEE 802.11b Device name dhcp Address netmask broadcast DNS Domain ssid Channel range Channel Communication mode Authentication TX Rate WEP encryption Encryption key IP over 1394 Host name DHCP Address netmask broadcast DNS Domain SCSI print Bidi.
  • Page 342 Monitoring and Configuring the Printer Item wlan ip1394 rendezvous Computer Name Rendezvous Name (ether) Rendezvous Name (wlan) Rendezvous Name (ip1394) location Priority (diprint) Priority (lpr) Priority (ipp) IP TTL LinkLocal Route for Multi I/F: Ethernet (ether) DDNS ether wlan ip1394...
  • Page 343 Monitoring and Configuring the Printer Item v1Trap v2Trap v3Trap SNMPv1v2Remoto Setting SNMPv3 Privacy Shell mode Description Mode of the remote maintenance tool...
  • Page 344: Message List

    Monitoring and Configuring the Printer Message List This is a list of messages that appear in the printer's system log. The system log can be viewed using the “syslog” command. System Log Information Use the following command to display the system log information: •...
  • Page 345 (process name) Connected DHCP Server(<DHCP server ad- dress>). connection from <IP address> Could not attach to FileServer<error number> (In the remote printer mode) Connection to the Could not attach to PServer<print server> Current Interface Speed:xxxMbps Current IP address <current IP address>...
  • Page 346 Print queue <print queue name> cannot be serviced by printer 0, <print server name> Print server <print server name>has no printer. (In the print server mode) The printer is not as- print session full Problem and solutions The inetd service has started.
  • Page 347 Problem and solutions (In the print server mode) The print queue is not assigned to the printer. Using NWadmin, assign the print queue to the printer, and then restart it. (In the print server mode) The NetWare serv- ice has started.
  • Page 348 Monitoring and Configuring the Printer Message SMTPC: refused connect by smtp server. SMTPC: no smtp server. connection close. SMTPC: failed to connect smtp server. SMTPC: username or password wasn’t cor- rect.[response code] (information) Snmp over ip is ready. Snmp over IP over 1394 is ready.
  • Page 349 WINS server is working properly. The WINS server was not specified. Specify the WINS server address to match the printer name with WINS. The printer name was successfully registered. The scope ID is incorrect.
  • Page 350: Using A Printer Server

    PowerUsers group. Open the [Printers] window from the [Start] menu. The [Printers] window appears. Click the icon of the printer you want to use. On the [File] menu, click [Properties]. The printer properties appear. On the [Sharing] tab, click [Shared as:].
  • Page 351 Select the [Notify when using the print server] check box. Click [OK]. The dialog box for setting the expansion function closes. The client setting is completed. ❒ Set the printing notification function on the printer driver as well as on SmartDeviceMonitor for Client.
  • Page 352: Using Netware

    Using a Printer Server Using NetWare This section describes the setting procedure for network printers in the NetWare environment. In the NetWare environment, you can connect the printer as a “print server” or “remote printer”. ❖ Setting procedure • When using the printer as a print server Installing SmartDeviceMonitor for Admin Setting the network interface board.
  • Page 353: Setting Up As A Print Server (Netware 3.X)

    Enter the print server name in the [Print Server Name] box, the printer name in the [Printer Name] box, and the print queue name in the [Print Queue Name] box, and then click [Next]. • In the [Print Server Name] box, enter the name of the NetWare print server using up to 47 characters.
  • Page 354: Setting Up As A Print Server (Netware 4.X, 5/5.1, 6/6.5)

    Using a Printer Server ❒ If the printer works as configured, the name of the print server appears as a connected user. ❒ If you cannot identify the printer you want to configure, check the printer name with the configuration page printed from the printer. For details about printing a configuration page, see ❒...
  • Page 355: Using Pure Ip In The Netware 5/5.1 Or 6/6.5 Environment

    “Using Pure IP in the NetWare 5/5.1 or 6/6.5 En- vironment”. Using Pure IP in the NetWare 5/5.1 or 6/6.5 Environment Follow the procedure below to connect the printer as a print server in a pure IP environment of NetWare 5/5.1. p.128 “Printing a Configuration...
  • Page 356 5/5.1 or NetWare 6.0, create a print queue on the file server using NetWare Administrator. ❒ This printer is not available as a remote printer for use in a pure IP environ- ment. ❒ To use the printer in a pure IP environment, set it to TCP/IP.
  • Page 357 Select the object in which the printer is located, and then click [Create] on the [Object] menu. In the [Class of new object] box, click [Printer], and then click [OK]. For Net- Ware 5, click [Printer (Non NDPS)]. In the [Printer name] box, enter the printer name Select the [Define additional properties] check box, and then click [Create].
  • Page 358: Setting Up As A Remote Printer (Netware 3.X)

    ❖ To start CAREE: load pserver “print_server_name” Setting Up as a Remote Printer (NetWare 3.x) Follow the procedure below to use the printer as a remote printer under NetWare 3.x. Setting up using NIB Setup Tool Log on to the file server as a supervisor or supervisor equivalent.
  • Page 359 Use the same printer number specified as the remote printer number using NIB Setup Tool. To change the printer name, enter a new name. A name “Printer x” is assigned to the printer. The “x” stands for the number of the selected printer. As type, select [Remote Parallel, LPT1].
  • Page 360: Setting Up As A Remote Printer (Netware 4.X, 5/5.1, 6/6.5)

    Follow the procedure below to use the printer as a remote printer under NetWare 4.x, 5/5.1 and 6. ❒ To use the printer as a remote printer under NetWare 4.x/5/5.1, set it to NDS mode. ❒ Do not use the printer as a remote printer when Pure IP is used.
  • Page 361 NETWORK object under the organization object DS of Root, enter “NET- WORK.DS”. In the [Print Server Option Mode] area, click [As Remote Printer(R)]. In the [Remote Printer No.(N)] box, enter the printer number. Use the same printer number created. Click [OK] to close [NIB Setup Tool].
  • Page 362 Set up the network connection to a printer. Select the object in which the printer is located, and then click [Create] on the [Object] menu. In the [Class of new object] box, click [Printer], and then click [OK]. For Net- Ware 5, click [Printer (Non NDPS)].
  • Page 363 In the [Available objects] box, click the queue you created, and then click [OK]. In the [Printers] area, click the printer you assigned, and then click [Printer Number]. Enter the printer number, and then click [OK]. Check the settings, and then click [OK].
  • Page 364: Special Operations Under Windows

    “Using a Host Name Instead of an IP Address” Using a Host Name Instead of an IP Address When a host name is defined, you can specify a printer by host name instead of IP address. The host names vary depending on the network environment.
  • Page 365 For details about printing a configuration page, see uration Page”. In other cases Add the IP address and host name of the network printer to the hosts file on the computer used for printing. Methods of addition vary depending on operating systems. Windows 95/98/Me Copy WINDOWSHOSTS.SAM to the same directory and name it...
  • Page 366: Printing Commands

    ❒ Enter the file name in a format including the path from the directory executing commands. The “option” specified in a command is an intrinsic printer option and its syn- tax is similar to printing from UNIX. For details, see UNIX Supplement.
  • Page 367 When printing a binary file, add the “-ol” option (lowercase O, and lowercase When using a printer with the host name “host” to print a PostScript file named “file 1” located in the “C:\PRINT” directory, the command line is as follows: c:>...
  • Page 368 Special Operations under Windows Contact your network administrator for information about the settings. When printing a binary file, set the file mode to binary. ftp> bin When printing a binary file in ASCII mode, print may not come out correctly. Specify files to be printed.
  • Page 369: Mac Os Configuration

    It is necessary to install a printer driver and PostScript Printer Description (PPD) files to print from a Mac OS. Follow the procedure below to install a printer driver and a PPD file into a Mac OS using Mac OS 8.6 and higher.
  • Page 370: Setting Up Ppd Files

    Click [Create]. Click the printer you want to use, and then click [Select]. A PPD file is set up and the Adobe PS icon appears at the left of the printer name in the list. Follow the procedure on option settings; otherwise close the [Chooser] dialog box.
  • Page 371: Setting Up Options

    Setting Up Options On the [Apple] menu, click [Chooser]. Click the Adobe PS icon. In the [Select the PostScript Printer:] list, click the name of the printer you want to use, and then click [Setup]. Click [Configure]. A list of options appears.
  • Page 372: Installing Adobe Type Manager

    Mac OS Configuration Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. The CD-ROM drive icon appears. Double-click the CD-ROM drive icon. The contents of the CD-ROM appear. Double-click the [Mac OS 8 and 9] folder. Double-click the [ColorSync Drag the file to the [ColorSync The ColorSync profiles are installed.
  • Page 373: Installing Screen Fonts

    Mac OS Configuration ❒ For details about installation, see the operating instructions in the ATM folder. Installing Screen fonts Follow the procedure below to install screen fonts. The screen fonts described below can be found in the [Fonts] folder on the CD- ROM.
  • Page 374 Mac OS, use the following procedures as a reference and see the manuals for your Mac OS version. ❒ Confirm the Connection to the Printer with TCP/IP For information about installing applications required for EtherTalk, see the...
  • Page 375: Mac Os X

    Click [AppleTalk] on the first pop-up menu. If the zone is set, select the zone from the second pop-up menu. Select the PPD file for the model you are using from the [Printer Model:] pop-up menu, and then click [Add].
  • Page 376: Setting Up Options

    Mac OS Configuration Setting Up Options ❒ No printer option settings can be made under Mac OS X. No new settings for options not installed can be made. Using USB Interface Follow the procedure below to setup USB connection. Start Print Center.
  • Page 377: Changing To Ethertalk

    Mac OS Configuration A list of printer types appears. Select the name of the connected printer from the list of printer models, and then click [Add]. Close the [Printer List] dialog box, and then quit Print Center. ❒ When printing with a Rendezvous connection to a Macintosh computer, printer language does not change automatically.
  • Page 378: Configuring The Printer

    Mac OS Configuration Configuring the Printer Use the control panel to enable AppleTalk. (The default is active.)
  • Page 379: Using Postscript 3

    ❒ To use this function, the optional hard disk must be installed on the printer. ❒ The number of pages the printer can save varies depending on the contents of the print images. At most, the printer can save 30 jobs or 1,000 pages for Sample Print and Locked Print.
  • Page 380 ❒ To use this function, the optional hard disk must be installed on the printer. ❒ The number of pages the printer can save varies depending on the contents of the print images. At most, the printer can save 30 jobs or 1,000 pages for Sample Print and Locked Print.
  • Page 381: Duplex Printing

    For details about deleting the job, see Duplex Printing Use this function to select duplex printing. ❒ To use this function, the optional duplex unit must be installed on the printer. ❒ You cannot perform duplex printing when using the bypass tray. ❖ None Disables duplex printing.
  • Page 382: Color Mode

    Prints everything, including color documents, in black and white. Black and White printing is faster than Color. To stop black and white areas being printed with CMYK toner, select [Black and White] in the printer driver as well as in the application.
  • Page 383: Color Setting

    No modification to the color setting. ❖ Fine Select this setting to perform color matching based on the printer's built-in color rendering dictionaries, and to perform CMYK conversion. This setting performs printing at an output target of Monitor γ = 1.8.
  • Page 384: Cmyk Simulation Profile

    Mac OS Configuration ❒ Use this function to select a color rendering dictionary (CRD). The CRD is re- ferred to color matching, so you should select the appropriate CRD for the document you are printing. The selected CRD is also referred to when [Fine] or [Super Fine] is selected for “Color Setting”.
  • Page 385: Printer Utility For Mac

    Mac OS Configuration Printer Utility for Mac By using Printer Utility for Mac, you can download fonts, change the name of the printer and so on. ❒ If a Macintosh and printer are connected by USB, you cannot use Printer Util- ity for Mac.
  • Page 386: Starting Printer Utility For Mac

    In the [Available Printers:] box, select the printer you want to use. ❒ If you change zones, select a name from [Available Network Zones:]. ❒ Click [Choose Printer...] on the Printer Utility for Mac menu if you want to change the printer.
  • Page 387 ❒ Before downloading, read the documentation about the fonts you want to use. Displaying Printer Fonts You can display the available fonts currently downloaded to the printer. Fonts in the printer memory and hard disk drive can be displayed. Select [Display Printer's Fonts...] on the [File] menu.
  • Page 388 Before initializing, be sure to check the fonts on the hard disk drive. ❒ When initializing the printer hard disk drive from the control panel, all of the data on the printer hard disk drive is deleted. Before initializing, be sure to check the data on the hard disk drive.
  • Page 389 You can change the printer name displayed under Appletalk. If you connect sev- eral printers on the network, assign different names so you can identify them. If several printers have the same name, a digit appears next to the printer name in [Chooser].
  • Page 390 Confirm the message that appears on the screen, and then click [Restart]. The printer restarts. ❒ The fonts downloaded in the printer memory will be deleted. ❒ If the printer restarts, all the printer settings return to the defaults. Downloading PostScript Files You can download a Postscript file to the printer.
  • Page 391 Mac OS On the [Utility] menu, click [Select Zone...]. The zone to which the printer belongs and the available zone list appear. Select the zone in which you want to locate the printer, and then click [Change]. A confirmation message appears.
  • Page 392 ❒ “Launch Dialogue Console” is recommended for users with an understanding of PostScript. ❒ Do not download any file other than PostScript files to the printer. ❒ “Launch Dialogue Console” must be used at your own responsibility. Select [Launch Dialogue Console...] on the [Utility] menu.
  • Page 393: Appendix

    Explorer starts and displays the contents of the CD-ROM. Printer Drivers for This Printer Printing requires installing a printer driver appropriate to your operating system. The following drivers are included on the CD-ROM provided with this printer. G1398505_1.00 Copyright © 2005...
  • Page 394: Smartdevicemonitor For Admin

    Appendix ❖ PCL 5c/6 printer driver This printer driver allows the computer to communicate with the printer via a printer language. The following operating system is supported. • Windows 95/98/Me, Windows 2000/XP, Windows Server 2003, and Win- dows NT 4.0 ❒...
  • Page 395: Smartdevicemonitor For Client

    Windows NT 4.0 ❖ Available functions SmartDeviceMonitor for Admin has the following functions to check: • printer supplies such as paper or toner; • results of print jobs executed from the computer. For information about using SmartDeviceMonitor for Admin, see SmartDe- viceMonitor for Admin Help.
  • Page 396 SmartDeviceMonitor for Client has the following functions. • Peer-to-peer print function • Prints directly on the network printer without sending any data to a print server. • Prints on a substitute printer when there are too many jobs waiting on the specified printer, or when an error disables printing (Recovery Print- ing).
  • Page 397 • Enables you to check the print job log using the user ID ❒ For Recovery Printing or Parallel Printing, the options on the printers must be the same. If a necessary option is not installed, a printer cannot be used for Recovery Printing or Parallel Printing.
  • Page 398: Cautions To Take When Using In A Network

    Configuring the router Filter packets so that they do not pass over the dial-up router. ❒ The MAC address of the printer doing the filtering is printed on the printer con- figuration page. For details about printing a configuration page, see “Printing a Configuration...
  • Page 399 Appendix ❖ When static IP addresses are set for each interface • IP address: When set at the same value, the Ethernet interface is pre- ferred. • Subnet mask: When a value overlaps, the Ethernet interface is preferred. • Gateway address: The value set is used. For the gateway address, set the gateway address located in the subnetwork set by the interface.
  • Page 400: Configuring The Wins Server

    ❒ Under the WINS server, host names can be used for remote network printer ports. ❒ If you are not using the WINS server, reserve the printer's IP address in the DHCP server so the same IP address is assigned every time.
  • Page 401 ❒ The NetBIOS name can be entered using up to 13 alphanumeric characters. Using Web Image Monitor Start a Web browser. Enter “http: //(printer's address)/” in the address bar to access the print- er whose settings you want to change. Top Page of Web Image Monitor appears.
  • Page 402: Using The Dynamic Dns Function

    ❒ When the dynamic DNS function is not used, records managed by the DNS server must be updated manually, if the printer's IP address is changed. ❒ To update the record using the printer, the DNS server has to have one of the following: •...
  • Page 403 • DNS servers with standard NetWare 5 (or a higher version) features DHCP servers targeted for operation As a substitute for the printer, DHCP servers capable of updating the A record and PTR record are as follows: • Microsoft DHCP servers with standard Windows 2000 Server (Service Pack 3 or higher versions)/Windows Server 2003 features •...
  • Page 404: Configuring Ssl Encryption

    Appendix Configuring SSL Encryption This section describes how to configure SSL (secure sockets layer) encryption. SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) Encryption To protect the communication path and establish encrypted communication, cre- ate and install the server certificate. There are two ways of installing a server certificate: create and install a self-cer- tificate using the machine, or request a certificate from a certificate authority and install it.
  • Page 405 This section explains the use of a self-certificate as the server certificate. Open a Web browser. Enter “http://(printer's-address)/” in the address bar to access the print- Select Administrator mode. For details about selecting Administrator mode in Web Image Monitor, see p.164 “Access in the Administrator...
  • Page 406 [Installed] appears under [Certificate Status] to show that a server certificate for the printer has been installed. ❒ Click [Delete] to delete the server certificate from the printer. Creating the Server Certificate (Certificate Issued by a Certificate Authority) Create the server certificate using Web Image Monitor.
  • Page 407 Enter the server certificate contents issued by the certificate authority. Open a Web browser. Enter “http://(printer's-address)/” in the address bar to access the print- Select Administrator mode. For details about selecting Administrator mode in Web Image Monitor, see p.164 “Access in the Administrator...
  • Page 408: User Settings For Ssl (Secure Sockets Layer)

    [Installed] appears under [Certificate Status] to show that a server certificate for the printer has been installed. Enabling SSL After installing the server certificate in the printer, enable the SSL setting. This procedure is used for a self-signed certificate or a certificate issued by a cer- tificate authority.
  • Page 409: Installing The Certificate Using Smartdevicemonitor For Client

    ❒ For details about how to install the certificate, see the Web browser Help. ❒ If a certificate issued by a certificate authority is installed in the printer, con- firm the certificate store location with the certificate authority. Installing the Certificate Using SmartDeviceMonitor for Client If the [[Security Alert]] dialog box appears when accessing the printer using IPP to create or configure an IPP port, or when printing, install the certificate.
  • Page 410 The certificate store location appears under [Certificate store:]. Click [Next]. Click [Finish]. Click [OK]. The certificate is installed. ❒ When you create or change an IPP port using SmartDeviceMonitor for Cli- ent, enter "http://(machine's-address)/ printer" in [Printer URL] to access the printer.
  • Page 411: Installing Font Manager 2000

    ❒ Under Windows 2000/XP, Windows Server 2003, or Windows NT 4.0, install- ing applications by Auto Run requires administrator permission. To install a printer driver by Auto Run, log on using an account that has administrator per- mission. Quit all applications currently running.
  • Page 412: Using Adobe Pagemaker Version 6.0, 6.5, Or 7.0

    ❒ When using PageMaker, the optional features that can be selected by the printer driver will not be active. The following procedure describes how to ac- tivate the optional printer features. On the [File] menu, click [Print].
  • Page 413: When Using Windows Terminal Service/Metaframe

    • PCL printer drivers • PostScript 3 ❒ The RPCS printer driver is not supported. ❒ Some RPCS printer driver functions do not work if Windows Terminal Service is installed. Limitations The following limitations apply to the Windows Terminal Service environment.
  • Page 414 [Client Printer bandwidth] under [Citrix Management Console] accord- ing to the environment. • If a print error occurs on the server and the print job or a printer created in [Auto-creating client printers] cannot be deleted, we recommend the follow- ing: •...
  • Page 415 Using [Printer driver replication], you can distribute printer drivers across all servers in a server farm. We strongly recommend testing this function in your network environment before using it for your work. • If the printer drivers are not properly copied, install them directly onto each server.
  • Page 416: Cautions When Using Bluetooth Interface Unit

    Appendix Cautions When Using Bluetooth Interface Unit The optional Bluetooth interface unit operation mode is set to [Public] as default. If the setting is changed to [Private], only registered computers can use this print- er via the Bluetooth interface unit. Check the operation mode settings using Web Image Monitor or telnet.
  • Page 417: Information About Installed Applications

    Appendix Information about Installed Applications expat Use of the software installed on this product, including the controller (hereinafter “software”) and the expat Version 1.95.2 application software (hereinafter “expat 1.95.2”), is subject to the following conditions: The product manufacturer provides warranty and support to the software of the product including expat 1.95.2 and the product manufacturer allows the initial de- veloper of expat 1.95.2 to be free from these obligations.
  • Page 418 Appendix This product contains NetBSD operating system: For the most part, the software constituting the NetBSD operating system is not in the public domain; its authors retain their copyright. The following text shows the copyright notice used for many of the NetBSD source code.
  • Page 419: Samba(Ver 2.2.2-1.1)

    Appendix • This product includes software developed by Jonathan R. Stone for the Net- BSD Project. • This product includes software developed by the NetBSD Foundation, Inc. and its contributors. • This product includes software developed by Manuel Bouyer. • This product includes software developed by Charles Hannum. •...
  • Page 420: Rsa Bsafe

    Appendix This program is free software; you can redistribute it and/or modify it under the terms of the GNU General Public License as published by the Free Software Foundation; either version 2 of the License, or (at your option) any later version. This program is distributed in the hope that it will be useful, but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY;...
  • Page 421 Read This First Trademarks...3 How to Read This Manual ...4 Paper and Other Media Paper and Other Media Supported by This Printer...5 Paper Recommendations...9 Loading Paper...9 Storing Paper ...9 Types of Paper and Other Media ...9 Paper not supported by this printer ... 12 Print Area ...13...
  • Page 422 When “Replace Transfer Belt” Appears on the Display ...57 When “Replace Transfer Belt soon” Appears on the Display... 58 Cleaning and Adjusting the Printer Cautions to Take When Cleaning ...59 Adjusting the Color Registration...60 Correcting the Color Gradation ...62 Set the Gradation Correction Value ...62 Viewing the Color Calibration Sample Sheet and Gradation Correction Sheet ...
  • Page 423: Read This First

    Read This First Trademarks Microsoft, Windows and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. IPS-PRINT Printer Language Emulation Copyright© 1999-2000 Oak Technolo- gy, Inc., All rights reserved. ® Bluetooth is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide.
  • Page 424: How To Read This Manual

    Read This First How to Read This Manual The following set of symbols is used in this manual. This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation that might result in death or serious injury when you misuse the machine without following the instructions under this symbol.
  • Page 425: Paper And Other Media

    Printer This section describes the paper size, feed direction, and the maximum amount of paper that can be loaded into each paper tray in this printer. ❒ The following symbols and terminology are used to represent the feed direc- tion.
  • Page 426 The size is supported, but it should be set as a custom size using the con- trol panel. The supported size may differ depending on the printer language you use. Set as a custom size setting using the control panel.
  • Page 427 The size is supported, but it should be set as a custom size using the con- trol panel. The supported size may differ depending on the printer language you use. Set as a custom size setting using the control panel.
  • Page 428 Paper and Other Media The size is not supported. ❖ Paper weight and number of sheets to be set Tray 1 Paper Feed Unit (Tray 2, Tray 3) Bypass Tray Check that the top of the stack is not higher than the limit mark inside the tray. Maximum number of Supported paper weight sheets (plain paper)
  • Page 429: Paper Recommendations

    Paper and Other Media Paper Recommendations Loading Paper ❒ Do not use ink-jet printer paper because it may stick to the fusing unit and cause a paper misfeed. ❒ Set the paper as described below • Tray 1, Paper Feed Unit (Tray 2, Tray 3): Print side facing up •...
  • Page 430 • Printer setup Press [Paper Input] menu, [Paper Type] and then [Thick Paper 1] or [Thick Paper 2] on the control panel. Printer driver setup Click [Thick1] or [Thick2] in the [Type:] list. Enabled paper feeding tray Bypass Tray •...
  • Page 431 Paper and Other Media Printer driver setup Click [Transparency] in the [Type:] list. Enabled paper feeding tray Bypass Tray Number of sheets that can Bypass Tray: 50 be set ❒ Make sure paper is not stacked higher than the paper guides...
  • Page 432: Paper Not Supported By This Printer

    • • • Paper not supported by this printer Avoid using the following paper as they are not supported by this printer. • Paper meant for an ink-jet printer • Bent, folded, or creased paper • Curled or twisted paper •...
  • Page 433: Print Area

    Paper and Other Media Print Area The following shows the print area for this printer. Be sure to set the print margins correctly by the application. ❖ Paper Print area Feed direction Approx. 5 mm (0.2 inches) Approx. 5 mm (0.2 inches) ❒...
  • Page 434 Paper and Other Media Approx. 5 mm (0.2 inches) Approx. 5 mm (0.2 inches) ❒ The print area may vary depending on the paper size, printer language and printer driver settings.
  • Page 435: Loading Paper

    ❒ Do not put different types of paper in a single paper tray. Pull the paper tray out of the printer until it stops. Lift it slightly, and then pull it fully out. Place the paper tray on a flat surface.
  • Page 436 Paper and Other Media Press “Push”, and then adjust the rear guide to the paper size you want to load. Adjust the side guides to the paper size you want to load. Load paper print side up in the paper tray. ❒...
  • Page 437 Changing paper size of the paper tray Pull the paper tray out of the printer until it stops. Lift it slightly, and then pull it fully out. Place the paper tray on a flat surface. ❒ You can not pull out Tray 1 if the bypass tray is open.
  • Page 438 Paper and Other Media Remove the paper. Press “Push”, and then adjust the rear guide to the paper size you are using. Adjust the side guides to the paper size you want to load.
  • Page 439 Slide the paper tray fully into the printer. Specifying a paper type for Tray 1 and the optional paper feed unit Improve printer performance by selecting the optimum paper type for the tray. You can select from the following paper types: •...
  • Page 440: Paper Type

    Press the {U} or {T} key to display the target paper tray, and then press the {# Enter} key. When the optional paper feed units are installed in the printer, [Tray 2] and [Tray 3] appears (depending on how many units are installed).
  • Page 441 ❒ To avoid multi-sheet feeds, fan the paper before loading it onto the paper tray. ❒ Set the size and direction of the loaded paper using the control panel or the printer driver. Make sure the settings do not conflict. Conflicting settings can cause paper jams or loss of print quality.
  • Page 442 Paper and Other Media Adjust the side guides to the paper width. ❒ Check the top of the stack is not higher than the limit mark inside the tray. ❒ To avoid multi-sheet feeds, fan the paper before loading it onto the paper tray.
  • Page 443 Do not configure settings using the control panel if you have already made settings using the printer driver. However, when print- ing with a printer driver other than the RPCS printer driver, you must configure the settings using the control panel.
  • Page 444 Paper and Other Media Press the {Menu} key. The [Menu]screen appears. Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Paper Input], and then press the {# Enter} key. Menu: Paper Input The paper selection menu appears. Check [Bypass Size] appears, and then press the {# Enter} key. The paper size selection menu appears.
  • Page 445 For details about the printer driver, see the printer driver Help. Specifying a paper type for the Bypass Tray By selecting the paper type you want to load, the printer performs better. You can select from the following paper types: •...
  • Page 446: Switching Between Paper Trays

    When paper of the same size is loaded in both the standard tray and the paper feed unit (option), and when [Auto Tray Select] is set with the printer driver, paper will be fed from the standard tray when you start printing. To print on paper load- ed in the paper feed unit, switch the tray to be used to the paper feed unit using [Tray Priority] in the [Paper Input] menu.
  • Page 447 Paper and Other Media Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Paper Input], and then press the {# Enter} key. Menu: Paper Input The paper selection menu appears. Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Tray Priority], and then press the {# Enter} key.
  • Page 448: Replacing Consumables And Maintenance Kit

    Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit Replacing the Toner Cartridge • Do not incinerate spilled toner or used toner. Toner dust is flammable and might ignite when exposed to an open flame. • Disposal should take place at an authorized dealer or an appropriate collection site.
  • Page 449: Add Toner

    ❒ If black toner runs out, you cannot print in black and white or color until the black toner cartridge is replaced. Open the upper left cover of the printer. Remove the toner cartridge you want to replace. ❒ Do not shake the removed toner cartridge. Remaining toner may leak.
  • Page 450 Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit Shake the toner cartridge from side to side about 10 times. ❒ Do not open the shutter at the bottom of the toner cartridge. Toner may leak. ❒ The illustration uses the black cartridge as an example. Check the toner color and location correspond, and carefully insert the toner cartridge vertically.
  • Page 451 ❒ Do not install and remove toner cartridges unless necessary. Excessive handling results in toner leakage. ❒ All four cartridges are installed using the same procedure. Close the printer's upper left cover. ❒ If the toner cartridge is not properly installed, you cannot close the printer's upper left cover.
  • Page 452: Replacing The Waste Toner Bottle

    Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit Replacing the Waste Toner Bottle • Do not incinerate spilled toner or used toner. Toner dust is flammable and might ignite when exposed to an open flame. Disposal should take place at an authorized dealer or an appropriate collection site. If you dispose of the used toner containers yourself, dispose of them according to local regulations.
  • Page 453 Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit Unlock the waste toner bottle by sliding the green arrow to the position shown. ❒ Do not lock the removed waste toner bottle. Toner may leak. Remove the used waste toner bottle carefully.
  • Page 454 Lock the waste toner bottle by sliding the green arrow to the position shown. ❒ Be sure to lock the waste toner bottle to prevent toner from leaking inside the printer. Close the right cover carefully. Turn on the power.
  • Page 455: Replacing The Photo Conductor Unit

    Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit Replacing the Photo Conductor Unit Replace the black photo conductor unit when the following message appears on the display: Replace Black Replace the three color photo conductor units when the following message ap- pears on the display: Replace Color Color photo conductor units (yellow, cyan, and magenta) are supplied as a single item.
  • Page 456 Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit ❖ Photo Conductor Unit Color Turn off the power, and then unplug the power cable. Open the right cover. Pull out the green levers on the left and right that are securing the inner cover.
  • Page 457 Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit Lift the inner cover until it stays up. Remove the photo conductor unit. Pinch the green lever to unlock the unit. Pull out the photo conductor unit carefully.
  • Page 458 Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit Pinch the green lever to unlock the unit. Pull out the photo conductor unit carefully until it stops. Pinch the green part to release the unit. Pull out the photo conductor unit carefully. ❒ Be sure to hold the unit with both hands, and pull it out carefully. Take out the new photo conductor unit.
  • Page 459 Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit Remove the cap attached to the photo conductor unit. ❒ The cap is no longer needed and can be disposed of. Remove the tape from around Photo Conductor Unit by peeling it down- ward, and then remove the unit's top cover. ❒...
  • Page 460 Photo Conductor Unit (Black) Photo Conductor Unit (Color) Align the green arrow at the tip of the photo conductor unit with the rail inside the printer. ❒ Make sure the green arrow fits securely to the rail before proceeding to the next step.
  • Page 461 Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit ❖ Photo Conductor Unit Black ❖ Photo Conductor Unit Color Push the front of the photo conductor unit carefully in sliding the unit from its cover until it stops. ❖ Photo Conductor Unit Black...
  • Page 462 Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit ❖ Photo Conductor Unit Color ❒ If the photo conductor unit is not correctly installed, print quality will be lost. For example, certain colors may not print. Lower the inner cover slowly. Push the left and right edge of the inner cover to secure it.
  • Page 463 Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit Close the right cover carefully. Plug in the power cable, and then turn on the power. The printer starts calibration. Wait until it stops. The following message ap- pears on the display: Calibrating... Wait until [Ready] appears on the display panel.
  • Page 464: Replacing The Fusing Unit

    • The fusing unit gets very hot. When installing a new fusing unit, turn off the printer and wait about 30 minutes. Then you can install the new fusing unit. Handling the unit before it has fully cooled down (30 mins) could result in burns.
  • Page 465 Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit ❖ Transfer Roller ❒ Be sure to make the maintenance setting using the control panel after replac- ing the fusing unit. The procedure is complete only when the maintenance set- ting is made. Turn off the power, and then unplug the power cable. ❒...
  • Page 466 Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit Push the green release buttons on the left and right outwards to unlock the fusing unit. Remove the fusing unit carefully. Take the new fusing unit from out from its box. Place the unit as shown, and then carefully insert the new fusing unit.
  • Page 467 Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit Carefully push in the fusing unit until it clicks into position, and then check that the unit is locked. Push in the connector. Open the transfer roller cover.
  • Page 468 Take out the new transfer roller. ❒ Do not touch the roller part. Hold the green part as shown, and then insert the transfer roller into the printer. ❒ The end with the longer shaft must be to the left.
  • Page 469: When "Replace Fusing Unit" Appears On The Display

    Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit Close the transfer roller cover. Close the front cover carefully. Turn on the power. Make the maintenance setting using the control panel. When “Replace Fusing Unit” Appears on the Display If the following message appears on the control panel, hold down the {Escape} key for at least five seconds.
  • Page 470: Fusing Unit

    Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Maintenance], and then press the {# Enter} key. Menu: Maintenance Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Maint. Reset], and then press the {# Enter} key. Maintenance: Maint.
  • Page 471: Replacing The Intermediate Transfer Unit

    Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit Replacing the Intermediate Transfer Unit • The inside of this machine gets very hot. Do not touch parts labelled “v” (hot surface). Touching “v” labelled parts could result in burns. Replace the transfer belt when the following message appears on the display: Replace Transfer Belt soon Replace...
  • Page 472 Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit Open printer's right cover. Remove the waste toner bottle. p.32 “Replacing the Waste Toner Pull out the green levers on the left and right that are securing the inner cover. Lift the inner cover until it stays up.
  • Page 473 Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit Unlock the waste toner bottle by sliding the green arrow to the position shown. ❒ Do not lock the removed waste toner bottle. Toner may leak. Remove the waste toner bottle carefully.
  • Page 474 Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit Loosen the green screws on the left and right by turning them the direc- tion of the arrows. Do not remove the screws. Pinch the both screws, and then carefully pull out the transfer belt slow- ly until it stops.
  • Page 475 Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit Holding the transfer belt as shown, carefully slide the transfer belt into the printer. Close the green cover, and then push it in until it stops. Tighten the green screws on the left and right by turning them the direc-...
  • Page 476 Place the waste toner bottle in the position shown in the illustration. Lock the waste toner bottle by sliding the green arrow to the position shown. ❒ Be sure to lock the waste toner bottle to prevent toner from leaking inside the printer. Lower the inner cover slowly.
  • Page 477: When "Replace Transfer Belt" Appears On The Display

    Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit Push the left and right edge of the inner cover to secure it. Close the right cover. Turn on the power. Make the setting using the control panel. When “Replace Transfer Belt” Appears on the Display If the following message appears on the control panel, hold down the {Escape} key for at least five seconds.
  • Page 478: When "Replace Transfer Belt Soon" Appears On The Display

    Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit When “Replace Transfer Belt soon” Appears on the Display Press the {Menu} key. The [Menu] screen appears. Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Maintenance], and then press the {# Enter} key. Menu: Maintenance Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Maint.
  • Page 479: Cleaning And Adjusting The Printer

    ❒ If there is dust or grime inside the printer, wipe with a clean, dry cloth. ❒ You must disconnect the plug from the wall outlet at least once a year. Clean away any dust and grime from the plug and outlet before reconnecting.
  • Page 480: Adjusting The Color Registration

    Cleaning and Adjusting the Printer Adjusting the Color Registration If documents show color degradation after the printer is moved, perform auto- matic color adjustment. Press the {Menu} key. The [Menu] screen appears. Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Maintenance], and then press the {# Enter} key.
  • Page 481 Cleaning and Adjusting the Printer Automatic color adjustment takes about 30 seconds. A confirmation message appears when complete. Completed Press the {Escape} key. Return to the maintenance menu. Press the {Online} key. The initial screen appears.
  • Page 482: Correcting The Color Gradation

    Cleaning and Adjusting the Printer Correcting the Color Gradation Color gradation during color printing changes slightly, depending on a number of factors. If you print the same file repeatedly or toner was recently replaced, changes may occur in color tones. When this happens, to obtain suitable print results, color gradation can be corrected, although it is not usually necessary to make any particular settings.
  • Page 483 Cleaning and Adjusting the Printer Press the {Menu} key. The [Menu]screen appears. Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Maintenance], and then press the {# Enter} key. Menu: Maintenance The maintenance menu appears. Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Color Calibrate], and then press the {# Enter} key.
  • Page 484 Cleaning and Adjusting the Printer ❒ Each time the {U} or {T} key is pressed, the value increases or decreases respectively, in increments of 1. ❒ The correction value can be set between 0 and 6. Press the {# Enter} key after setting the K (black) gradation. The cursor shifts to M (magenta).
  • Page 485: Viewing The Color Calibration Sample Sheet And Gradation Correction Sheet

    Cleaning and Adjusting the Printer Check [Yes] is displayed, and then press the {# Enter} key to print grada- tion correction sheet 2. Perform the same operations as used for setting the gradation correc- tion value using correction 1 to set the gradation correction value of the middle part using correction 2.
  • Page 486 Cleaning and Adjusting the Printer ❒ Hold the correction value (0-6) for “K” of the correction value setting sheet over the color sample of gradation correction 1 of the Color Calibration Sample Sheet and search for a corrected color closest to that of the color sample, and then set its correction value using the operation panel.
  • Page 487: Resetting The Gradation Correction Value To The Initial Value

    K (black), M (magenta), C (cyan), and Y (yellow). These values are set using the control panel. ❒ XXXX represents the printer model name. K (black) correction values Adjust the printed color when only black toner is used. The currently set correction value is printed in red.
  • Page 488 Cleaning and Adjusting the Printer Press the {Menu} key. The [Menu]screen appears. Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Maintenance], and then press the {# Enter} key. Menu: Maintenance The maintenance menu appears. Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Color Calibrate], and then press the {# Enter} key.
  • Page 489: Adjusting The Image Density

    ❒ Extreme settings may create output that appears dirty. ❒ Image density settings should be made from the application or the printer driv- er whenever possible. ❒ Changing the image density setting can result in deterioration of color bal- ance.
  • Page 490 Cleaning and Adjusting the Printer Press the {# Enter} key. When following message appears on the display, press the {# Enter} key. Prt. Test Sheet Press # to start Printing... Compare the colors on the printed image density test sheet with those on the Image Density Adjusting Card.
  • Page 491: Adjusting Tray Registration

    Cleaning and Adjusting the Printer Adjusting Tray Registration You can adjust the registration of each tray. The vertical adjustment is used for all trays. Normally, you need not update the registration. But when the optional paper feed unit or the duplex unit is installed, updating is useful in some cases.
  • Page 492 Cleaning and Adjusting the Printer Confirm the position of the image on the test sheet, and then adjust the registration value. In this setting, adjust the margins of the test sheet so that they are equal in size. Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Adjustment], and then press the {# Enter} key.
  • Page 493 Cleaning and Adjusting the Printer Increase the value to shift the print area in the positive direction, and decrease to shift in the negative direction. : Print Area : Feed Direction ❒ Pressing the {U} or {T} key makes the value increase or decrease by 1.0 mm steps.
  • Page 494: Troubleshooting

    Cannot check Signal in Ad hoc G1398504_1.00 Description The printer is out of toner (Black). The printer is out of toner (Cy- an). The printer is out of toner (Ma- genta). The printer is out of toner (Yel- low). The printer is out of the indicat- ed toner(s).
  • Page 495 WEP key. An ID with an invalid number of digits was entered for the WEP key. The printer identified an Ether- net error. The printer identified a HDD Board error. Recommended Action Load paper of the selected...
  • Page 496 Troubleshooting Messages Hardware Problem IEEE1394 Hardware Problem Black PCU Description The printer identified an IEEE 1394 interface board error. The printer detected an error in the black photo conductor unit. Recommended Action Turn the power off, and then Remove and re-install the IEEE 1394 interface board correctly.
  • Page 497 Parallel I/F Hardware Problem Printer font Hardware Problem Hardware Problem Wireless Board Description The printer detected an error in the color photo conductor unit. The printer identified an op- tional RAM error. There is a problem with the parallel interface.
  • Page 498 An error was detected in the IEEE 802.11b interface card or the Bluetooth interface card. In Hex Dump Mode. The printer has received irreg- ular data. The password entered using the control panel is not correct. The paper size set in the indi- cated tray differs from the set- ting made.
  • Page 499 There is a misfeed in the fus- ing unit. There is a misfeed in the print- There is a misfeed in the input tray, or the printer is not feed- ing paper. There is a misfeed in the du- plex unit.
  • Page 500 XXX: Yellow/Magenta/Cy- an/Black The indicated paper input tray is not set correctly, or not set. A job is being reset. The printer is waiting for up- dated data. Recommended Action Prepare to replace the color PCU when the message [Re- place Color PCU] appears on the display.
  • Page 501 This message appears if the SSID has not been entered. Supply order has failed. The printer is almost out of ton- er (Black). The printer is almost out of ton- er (Cyan). The printer is almost out of ton- er (Magenta).
  • Page 502 Troubleshooting Messages Waiting... Warming up... Description The printer is waiting for the next data to print. The printer is warming up and not ready. Recommended Action Wait a while. Wait until the printer signals Ready.
  • Page 503: Printer Does Not Print

    If the cable is damaged or worn, replace it with a new one. Is the Data In indicator If not blinking or lit, the data is not being sent to the printer. blinking or lit after starting ❖ If the printer is connected to the computer using the in- the print job? ❖...
  • Page 504: Checking The Port Connection

    Bluetooth interface unit. HCRP, BIP If printing still does not start, contact your sales or service representative. Con- sult with the store where the printer was purchased for information about the lo- cation of sales or service representatives. Checking the port connection...
  • Page 505 (n) is the number of printers connected. Windows 95/98/Me Click [Start], point to [Settings] and then click [Printers]. Click to select the icon of the printer. Next, on the [File] menu, click [Prop- erties]. Click the [Details] tab. Check the [Print to the following port] box to confirm that the correct port is selected.
  • Page 506 Troubleshooting Click to select the icon of the printer. Next, on the [File] menu, click [Prop- erties]. Click the [Port] tab. Check the [Print to the following port(s).] box to confirm that the correct port is selected. Windows NT 4.0 Click [Start], point to [Settings] and then click [Printers].
  • Page 507: Other Printing Problems

    • Check the paper settings. p.9 “Types of Paper and Other • Check the printer driver's paper settings. See the printer driver Help. When [Replace Black PCU] or [Replace Color PCU] appears on the display, replace the photo conductor unit.
  • Page 508 The fusing unit is deteriorated or damaged. Replace the unit. p.44 “Replacing the Fusing When you are using a Windows operating system, the printer driver settings override those set using the control panel. Set the desired input tray using the printer driver.
  • Page 509 If OHP transparencies or glossy paper is being used, printing takes more time to start. Photographs and other data intensive pages take a long time for the printer to process, so simply wait when printing such data. Changing the settings with printer driver may help to speed up printing.
  • Page 510 “Replacing the Photo Conductor Condensation may have collected. If rapid change in temper- ature or humidity occurs, use this printer only after it has ac- climatized. Paper is damp. Use paper that has been stored properly.
  • Page 511 When [Replace Black PCU] or [Replace Color PCU] appears on the display, replace the photo conductor unit. p.35 “Replacing the Photo Conductor When removing a jammed sheet, the inside of the printer may have become dirtied. Print several sheets until they come out clean.
  • Page 512 You must install an optional hard disk drive or set the value of the [RAM Disk] in the System Menu to 2 MB or higher. See “Attaching Printer Hard Disk Type 3000”, Setup Guide for optional hard disk drive installation.
  • Page 513: Additional Troubleshooting

    Confirm [Notify by Email] is [On] using the System Menu on the Control Panel. See “System Menu”, Software Guide. Access the printer through the Web browser, log on as an Administrator on the Web Image Monitor, and then confirm the following settings in [E-mail Notification]: •...
  • Page 514 Printing using Bluetooth is slow. When using the optional Bluetooth interface unit, do the fol- If the machine is still not operating satisfactorily, contact your sales or service representative. Consult with the store where the printer was purchased for infor- mation about the location of sales or service representatives.
  • Page 515: Removing Misfed Paper

    Make a few test prints until smudges no longer appear. ❒ Do not forcefully remove misfed paper, it will tear. Torn pieces remaining in- side the printer will cause further misfeeds and possibly damage the printer. G1398504_1.00 Copyright © 2005...
  • Page 516: When "Remove Misfeed A: Internal Path" Appears

    Removing Misfed Paper When “Remove Misfeed A: Internal Path” Appears • The inside of this machine gets very hot. Do not touch parts labelled “v” (hot surface). Touching “v” labelled parts could result in burns. Open the front cover by pushing the front cover release button. ❒...
  • Page 517 Removing Misfed Paper Pull part “A” in the direction of the arrow, and then open the cover. Remove any misfed paper. Close the cover.
  • Page 518 Removing Misfed Paper Close the front cover carefully.
  • Page 519: When "Remove Misfeed B: Fusing Unit" Appears

    Removing Misfed Paper When “Remove Misfeed B: Fusing Unit” Appears • The inside of this machine gets very hot. Do not touch parts labelled “v” (hot surface). Touching “v” labelled parts could result in burns. Open the front cover by pushing the front cover release button. ❒...
  • Page 520 Removing Misfed Paper Remove any misfed paper. ❒ If misfed paper is difficult to move or stuck, proceed to the next step. Do not pull forcefully on stuck or jammed paper. Pull part “B2” toward the front, and then open the guide board. Remove any misfed paper.
  • Page 521 Removing Misfed Paper Return the guide board. Return levers “B1” on the left and right. Close the front cover carefully.
  • Page 522: When "Remove Misfeed Y: Paper Tray" Appears

    Removing Misfed Paper When “Remove Misfeed Y: Paper Tray” Appears Pull out the tray. ❒ Do not pull the tray out forcefully. If you do, the tray might fall and cause an injury. Remove any misfed paper. ❖ Tray 1 ❖...
  • Page 523 Removing Misfed Paper Slide the paper tray fully into the printer. ❒ Misfeeds can occur if the paper tray is not fully inserted. Make sure it is fully inserted. Open the front cover by pushing the front cover release button, and then close it to reset the misfeed condition.
  • Page 524: When "Remove Misfeed Z: Duplex Unit" Appears

    Removing Misfed Paper When “Remove Misfeed Z: Duplex Unit” Appears • The inside of this machine gets very hot. Do not touch parts labelled “v” (hot surface). Touching “v” labelled parts could result in burns. Open the front cover by pushing the front cover release button. ❒...
  • Page 525 Removing Misfed Paper Remove any misfed paper. Close the front cover carefully.
  • Page 526: Appendix

    • When moving the printer after use, do not take out any of the Toners, Photo Conductor Units, nor the waste toner bottle to prevent toner spill inside the machine.
  • Page 527: Transporting The Printer

    See Setup Guide and follow the steps backwards for removing options. Lift the printer with two people by using the inset grips on both side of the printer, and then move it horizontally to the place where you want to install it.
  • Page 528: Consumables

    ❒ Toner cartridges (consumables) are not covered by warranty. However, if there is problem, contact the store where they were purchased. ❒ When you first use this printer, use the four toner cartridges packaged with the printer. ❒ Numbers of pages that can be printed using the toner cartridge supplied with...
  • Page 529: Waste Toner Bottle

    Appendix Waste Toner Bottle Name Waste Toner Bottle Type 165 A4/letter 5% test chart, 3 pages/ job. ❒ The actual number of printable pages varies depending on the image volume and density, number of pages to be printed at a time, paper type and paper size used, and environmental conditions such as temperature and humidity.
  • Page 530 Appendix ❒ If the transfer unit is not changed when necessary, the quality of printing is not guaranteed. We recommend keeping a stock of transfer unit or purchasing one soon.
  • Page 531: Specifications

    ❖ First Print Speed: Monochrome: 13.5 sec or less (A4K) Color: 14.5 sec or less (A4K) ❒ If the printer has not been used for a while, there may be a short delay be- fore the first page starts printing. ❖ Printing Speed:...
  • Page 532 Energy Saver ❖ Warm-up Time: Less than 30 seconds (23°C, 71.6 F) When no error. ❖ Dimensions: Printer only (tray not 419 mm (16.5 inch- extended) ❖ Weight: Approximately 32 kg (70.5 lb.) (toner cartridges and power cord included) ❖ Noise Emission...
  • Page 533: Options

    • IEEE 1394 (SCSI print, IP over 1394) • IEEE 802.11b (Wireless LAN) • Parallel (Bidirectional IEEE1284) • Bluetooth ❖ Printer Language: RPCS, PJL, PCL 5c/6, PostScript 3, PDF ❖ Fonts: PCL 5c Agfa Monotype 35 Intellifonts, 10 TrueTypefonts, and 1 Bitmap font.
  • Page 534 ❒ You can install PostScript fonts with this optional hard disk drive. With Mac OS, types of fonts supported are PostScript Type 1 and PostScript Type 2. To download them, use Printer Utility for Mac. User Account Enhance Unit Type E ❖...
  • Page 535 Appendix ❒ You cannot plug devices together to create loops. ❒ Do not use a cable more than 4.5 meters long. ❖ Connectable number of devices in a bus: Maximum 63 ❖ Allowed cable hops in a bus: Maximum 16 ❖...
  • Page 536 Appendix IEEE 1284 Interface Board Type A ❖ Transmission Spec.: IEEE 1284 ❖ Required cable: Standard IEEE 1284 compliant Micro Centronics 36 pin cable Bluetooth Interface Unit Type 3245 ❖ Supported Profiles: • SPP (Serial Port Profile) • HCRP (Hardcopy Cable Replacement Profile) •...

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