Riso RISOGRAPH RN2000 User Manual
Riso RISOGRAPH RN2000 User Manual

Riso RISOGRAPH RN2000 User Manual

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TO THIS USER'S GUIDE, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. RISO SHALL NOT
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FCC Warning - For RN2000UI and 2130UI Models Only
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference,
in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Warning - For RN2050AW and RN2150AW Models Only
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio
interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Warning
The Back Light Tube of the LCD of the Control Panel on this model contains mercury
which must be recycled or disposed of as hazardous waste.
Copyright2000 RISO KAGAKU CORPORATION
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  • Page 1 RISO MAKES NO WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WITH REGARD TO THIS USER'S GUIDE, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. RISO SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ERRORS CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Welcome to the RISOGRAPH RN Series Model ..................5 Introduction to Your RISOGRAPH Safety Guides - Installation ........................8 Installation ................8 Power Connection ..............8 Overview of Features ..........................9 Knowing the Parts and Components ......................10 Upper Area ................10 Paper Feed Area ..............10 Master-Making Area .............11 Front Area ................11 Paper Receiving Area ............11...
  • Page 3 Special Features Printing Originals Side by Side ........................44 Printing the Same Original Multi-Up........45 Printing Different Originals Multi-Up........46 Protecting Confidential Documents ......................48 Automatic Sorting into Groups ........................49 Setting Up Single-original Program........50 Setting Up Plural-original Program........53 Saving the Current Program Setting ........56 Renaming a Saved Program Setting ........58 Calling Up a Saved Program Setting ........60 Erasing a Saved Program Setting.........61...
  • Page 4 Maintenance Safety Guides - Maintenance........................118 Replacing the Lithium Battery ..........118 Cleaning: Preventing Defective Prints ....................119 Cleaning the Thermal Print Head........119 Cleaning the Stage Glass and Stage Cover .......119 Cleaning the Pressure Roller ..........119 Cleaning the RISOGRAPH Exterior ........120 Cleaning the Optional ADF Scanner Glass......120 Cleaning the Optional ADF White Sheet......120 Appendices Optional Accessories ..........................122...
  • Page 5: Welcome To The Risograph Rn Series Model

    Welcome to the RISOGRAPH RN Series Model Thank you for purchasing a RISOGRAPH RN series model, which combines the clear reproduction of a printing machine with the convenient functions of a copier, keeping the operation sound as low as possible. With its large-size LCD display and key entry for most procedures, this equipment has been specially designed for simple operation.
  • Page 7: Introduction To Your Risograph

    ntroduction to Your RISOGRAPH This section provides the basic information about your RISOGRAPH, including initial installation, an overview of features, and names of parts. Safety Guides - Installation Overview of Features Knowing the Parts and Components The Control Panel The Main Display...
  • Page 8: Safety Guides - Installation

    Safety Guides - Installation This section explains the precautions you have to observe when installing your RISOGRAPH. Read this section before installing your RISOGRAPH. NOTE Your dealer will help determine a proper location for your unit at the time of delivery. Installation WARNING •...
  • Page 9: Overview Of Features

    Overview of Features Your RISOGRAPH is a high-quality digital printer that is as easy to use as a copier. • User-friendly Display Design • Programmable Print Groupings The large-size LCD display provides you with Simple control panel entries can automate helpful information for the current operation in different types of groupings to save time finishing well-designed screens, enabling you to finish your...
  • Page 10: Knowing The Parts And Components

    Knowing the Parts and Components =With the optional ADF Unit= Upper Area Paper Feed Area Sub Control Panel ( Master Disposal Box ( ☞ p.13 ☞ p.100 Holds discarded masters. Main Control Panel ( ☞ p.12 Paper Feed Pressure Adjustment Lever Stage Cover ( ☞...
  • Page 11: Master-Making Area

    Knowing the Parts and Components Master-Making Area Ink Cartridge ( ☞ p.96 Print Cylinder (Drum) Release Button Master Roll Cover ( ☞ p.98 ☞ p.74 Protects the Master Roll. Positions and unlocks the Print Cylinder (Drum) for Master Roll ( ☞...
  • Page 12: The Control Panel

    The Control Panel @4 @5 MASTER LINE MAKING AUTO PHOTO PRINT PROCESS AUTO IMAGE PROCESS PRINT POSITION PROGRAM TEST RESET PRINT CENTER DENSITY LIGHT DARK STOP START NORMAL SPEED SLOW FAST MEMORY NORMAL @0 !9 !8 ! 7 !1 !0 o Main Control Panel Key ( ☞...
  • Page 13: Display

    The Control Panel PRINT SPEED Indicator ( ☞ p.40 Shows the selected print speed. =RN2050/2150= Print Quantity Display Counts the number of printed copies. Sub Control Panel ENLARGE 1 : 1 Preset Reduction/Enlargement Size Indicator ( ☞ p.34 REDUCE Shows the current preset reduction or enlargement size.
  • Page 14: The Main Display

    The Main Display In the Main display, various windows appears according to the current operation as illustrated below. Among them, the basic window acts as the home of the multi-window guidance display, indicating the current printer configuration and status. Basic Window <RN2000/2030/2130>...
  • Page 15 The Main Display Advice Window Advice code TXX - XXX No Ink Instruction message Replace Ink Cartridge Machine status monitor RISOKAGAKU Contact point indication TEL:0298-74-102900 Feature Window Book Spine Shadow Processing Print Job Memory Mode Feature title Book-Wide Job Entry/Job Call Personal1 Personal9 Book Size...
  • Page 17: Getting Ready To Use Your Risograph

    etting Ready to Use Your RISOGRAPH This section describes how to set your RISOGRAPH for initial use, with basic information on printing paper and originals. Paper Recommendations Originals and Processing Preparing to Print...
  • Page 18: Paper Recommendations

    Paper Recommendations Size and Weight Restrictions Usable printing paper is as follows: ⁄ " " × 15 " (290 mm × 395 mm) Size: Max. 11 ⁄ ⁄ Weight: Max.110-lb index (210 g/m 13-lb bond " × 5 " (90 mm × 140 mm) Min.
  • Page 19: Originals And Processing

    Originals and Processing Size and Weight Restrictions Using the Stage Glass The Stage Glass can be used to print from bound originals or sheet originals. Usable originals are as follows: < A3 " × 17" (297 mm × 432 mm) 22 lbs.
  • Page 20: Preparing To Print

    Preparing to Print Setting Up the Paper Feed Tray Open the Paper Feed Tray. Load printing paper and slide the Free Feed Tray Paper Guides to fit the paper width. Lock Lock Push down the Feed Tray Paper Guide Lock Levers to lock the guides.
  • Page 21: Adding Or Replacing Paper

    Preparing to Print Adding or Replacing Paper If you want to add paper or use paper of different size, lower the Paper Feed Tray so that you can load the paper easily. When the Feed Tray Descent Button is pressed lightly, the Paper Feed Tray lowers to the bottom.
  • Page 22: Closing The Paper Receiving Tray

    Preparing to Print Raise and slide the Paper Stop to fit paper length. Paper Ejection Wings 1 Paper Ejection Wings 2 Set the Paper Ejection Wings 1 and Position the Paper Ejection Wing Adjustment Levers according to the size and thickness of the NORMAL paper to be used, as described below.
  • Page 23: Basic Features

    asic Features This section describes the basic operation procedures and the features which are easy to use even for inexperienced operators in order to enhance the utility of your RISOGRAPH. Safety Guides - Handling and Operation Basic Processes Basic Operation Photo/Half-Tone Processing Producing Proof Copies Automatic Printing...
  • Page 24: Safety Guides - Handling And Operation

    Safety Guides - Handling and Operation This section describes the precautions to be observed when handling your RISOGRAPH. Read this section before operating your RISOGRAPH. Operation Environment Important! • Operate the unit under the following appropriate ambient environment conditions. - Temperature range: 59°F to 86°F (15°C to 30°C) 86<...
  • Page 25: Basic Processes

    Basic Processes The basic processes of your RISOGRAPH can be divided into two stages: making a master of an original/PC data (master-making), and then printing copies from the master. Your RISOGRAPH has been designed so that these two processes flow smoothly from one to the other, with the current action shown clearly in the display.
  • Page 26: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation Turn the power switch ON. The power switch is located on the lower right side of the machine. – – NOTE When your RISOGRAPH is sleeping in the Energy saving mode, the indicator on START the START key lights. In this case, press the START key to wake up your RISOGRAPH.
  • Page 27 Basic Operation • If the Main Display shows the PC data DATA Ready to Make Master mode window, press the Data Source PC/SCAN Selection key on the Sub control panel PC Data Mode to open the window for the stand-alone Communication Mode :Local operation mode (Scan data mode).
  • Page 28 Basic Operation Place an original on the Stage Glass or in the optional ADF Unit. - If placing originals on the Stage Glass, open the Stage Cover and place an original face down. Position the original according to the indicators on the left-hand side of the glass.
  • Page 29 Basic Operation Press the START key. Making Master START After an original is scanned, a master is created. Image Processing Scanning Contrast A sample is automatically printed to allow you to Line (Auto) check the print quality, position and density. ☞...
  • Page 30: Photo/Half-Tone Processing

    Photo/Half-Tone Processing If an original contains photographs or half-tone images, or a multi-colored original is used, select PHOTO or DUO MASTER LINE MAKING AUTO PHOTO PRINT ENLARGE PROCESS 1 : 1 AUTO IMAGE PROCESS REDUCE processing by pressing the IMAGE PROCESSING PRINT POSITION PROGRAM TEST...
  • Page 31: Producing Proof Copies

    Producing Proof Copies If changes have been made to the print position and other settings, check the print quality by producing proof copies. MASTER LINE MAKING AUTO ENLARGE PHOTO PRINT PROCESS 1 : 1 AUTO IMAGE PROCESS REDUCE PRINT POSITION PROGRAM TEST RESET...
  • Page 32: Automatic Printing

    Automatic Printing If you do not need to check print samples before making prints, press the AUTO PROCESS key before pressing the START key to activate the Auto Process feature. This feature enables nonstop operation from master-making through printing. NOTE If you need to check or adjust the print position, cancel the Auto Process feature by pressing the AUTO PROCESS key again.
  • Page 33: Adjustment Features

    djustment Features This section describes the features that enhance your RISOGRAPH's capabilities. Reducing and Enlarging Originals Changing Image Contrast on Prints Producing Dotted Images Reproducing Bound Documents Repositioning the Print Changing Print Speed Changing Print Density Return to Initial Settings...
  • Page 34: Reducing And Enlarging Originals

    Reducing and Enlarging Originals Originals can be reduced or enlarged, using either preset reduction and enlargement or zoom that you specify. LINE MASTER MAKING AUTO ENLARGE PHOTO PRINT PROCESS 1 : 1 AUTO IMAGE PROCESS REDUCE PRINT POSITION PROGRAM TEST RESET PRINT ZOOM...
  • Page 35: Using Zoom

    Reducing and Enlarging Originals Using Zoom You can specify any reduction or enlargement between 50% and 200%. When you press the 1:1 key, the Zoom mode is NOTE canceled and the percentage returns to the original size (100%). Press the ZOOM Key. MASTER LINE MAKING...
  • Page 36: Changing Image Contrast On Prints

    Changing Image Contrast on Prints To achieve different tones on printed copies from those of an original, adjust the scanning contrast manually by canceling the Auto Scanning Contrast Adjustment mode. The Auto Scanning Contrast Adjustment mode is NOTE available only for the Line processing mode. However, this mode is not available with the Bound Original feature even when the Line processing mode is selected.
  • Page 37: Producing Dotted Images

    Producing Dotted Images You can enhance photograph or half-tone images on an MASTER original copy by processing images with a dot screen. LINE MAKING AUTO ENLARGE PHOTO PRINT PROCESS 1 : 1 AUTO IMAGE PROCESS REDUCE PRINT POSITION PROGRAM TEST 4 types of dot screens are available.
  • Page 38: Reproducing Bound Documents

    Reproducing Bound Documents (Book Spine Shadow Processing) The Bound Original feature can be used to process originals that are printed on facing pages of a book, such as an atlas, printed report, or other types of bound originals. When this feature is active, the binding "gutter" shadow can be erased. NOTE •...
  • Page 39: Repositioning The Print

    Repositioning the Print The print position can be adjusted vertically (up and down) and horizontally (to the right and left). NOTE If you adjust the print position, be sure to produce test prints to verify the new print position. Adjusting Vertical Print Position You can move the print position vertically by pressing either of the VERTICAL PRINT POSITION Adjustment LINE...
  • Page 40: Changing Print Speed

    Changing Print Speed Print speed can be set at any of five levels, ranging between 60 and 130 sheets per minute . Press the PRINT SPEED Adjustment keys to LINE MASTER MAKING AUTO ENLARGE PHOTO PRINT PROCESS change print speed. 1 : 1 AUTO IMAGE...
  • Page 41: Changing Print Density

    Changing Print Density Print density can be set at any of five levels. Press the PRINT DENSITY Adjustment keys to MASTER LINE MAKING AUTO ENLARGE PHOTO PRINT PROCESS change print density. 1 : 1 AUTO IMAGE PROCESS REDUCE PRINT POSITION PROGRAM TEST RESET...
  • Page 42: Return To Initial Settings

    Return to Initial Settings To return all the settings to initial status, including print position and reproduction percentage, turn the power off MASTER LINE MAKING AUTO PHOTO PRINT ENLARGE PROCESS 1 : 1 AUTO IMAGE PROCESS REDUCE PRINT POSITION and on again, or hold down the RESET key for more than PROGRAM TEST RESET...
  • Page 43: Special Features

    pecial Features This section describes special features that may be used for special needs. Printing Originals Side by Side Protecting Confidential Documents Automatic Sorting into Groups Storing Settings in Memory Automatic Idle Customizing the Initial Settings Changing Print Color Interfacing with a Computer...
  • Page 44: Printing Originals Side By Side

    Printing Originals Side by Side (Multi-Up Printing) The same or different originals can be printed side by side and, if required, each original can have different settings: reproduction size (Reduce/Enlarge), scanning contrast and processing (Line/Photo/Duo). You can select how they are arranged side by side on a single sheet, from the following pattern: 2-by-1 (2UP), 2-by- 2 (4UP), 4-by-2 (8UP) and 4-by-4 (16UP).
  • Page 45: Printing The Same Original Multi-Up

    Printing Originals Side by Side <RN2050/2150> [2UP / 8UP] Original Original Size Placement Direction Printing 100% 122% 141% 050% Paper 100% 116% 050% Size 100% [4UP / 16UP] Original Original Size Placement 16UP Direction 100% 050% Printing Paper 082% 050% 061% 071% Size...
  • Page 46: Printing Different Originals Multi-Up

    Printing Originals Side by Side Printing Different Originals Multi-Up When different originals are used in the Multi-Up printing feature, place them on the Stage Glass individually. The RISOGRAPH scans the first original and then provides a 15-second period (a beep sounds) within which to place the second original. If you press the STOP key or do not place the following original during the 15- NOTE second period, the sample print will be produced, partly blank.
  • Page 47 Printing Originals Side by Side Place an original face-down on the Stage Glass or in the optional ADF Unit. Press the START key. START After the first original is scanned, a 15-second beep sounds. During the 15-second beep, enter the setting for the second original, if necessary, and place the second original on the Stage Glass or in the optional ADF Unit.
  • Page 48: Protecting Confidential Documents

    Protecting Confidential Documents After printing is complete, the master remains on the Print Cylinder (Drum). Copies of this master can be printed at any time by pressing the START key. To protect confidential documents from unauthorized duplication, press the CONFIDENTIAL key to discard the master after printing.
  • Page 49: Automatic Sorting Into Groups

    Automatic Sorting into Groups ☞ p.62 ..Frequently used combinations of The Programmed Printing feature can be used to print and settings can be saved in memory for sort printed sheets into various groups automatically. quick recall. One of two programmed printing methods, "Single-original ☞...
  • Page 50: Setting Up Single-Original Program

    Automatic Sorting into Groups Setting Up Single-original Program Press the PROGRAM key. MASTER LINE MAKING AUTO PHOTO PRINT ENLARGE PROCESS 1 : 1 AUTO IMAGE PROCESS REDUCE PRINT POSITION PROGRAM TEST RESET PRINT ZOOM CENTER The Single-original program entry window AUTO IDLE CONFIDENTIAL CUSTOM...
  • Page 51 Automatic Sorting into Groups Use the Print Quantity keys, " " Program--Single Original-- key and " " key and input print New Program quantities and cluster numbers for Group1: 20Copies x 2Set Group2: 30Copies x 3Set any remaining groups. Group3: 40Copies x 4Set Group4: 0Copies x 0Set Group5: 0Copies x 0Set Up to 20 groups can be specified.
  • Page 52 Automatic Sorting into Groups Specify other print job settings for the selected original. You can specify all the features available in normal operation, such as enlargement/reduction and Multi-Up printing. NOTE If you activate the Auto Process feature with multiple originals in the optional ADF Unit, the current program setting is applied for all originals there.
  • Page 53: Setting Up Plural-Original Program

    Automatic Sorting into Groups Setting Up Plural-original Program Press the PROGRAM key twice. MASTER LINE MAKING ENLARGE AUTO PHOTO PRINT PROCESS 1 : 1 AUTO IMAGE PROCESS REDUCE PRINT POSITION PROGRAM TEST RESET PRINT ZOOM CENTER AUTO IDLE The Plural-original program entry window appears CONFIDENTIAL CUSTOM DENSITY...
  • Page 54 Automatic Sorting into Groups Press the e function key. LINE MASTER MAKING AUTO ENLARGE PHOTO PRINT PROCESS 1 : 1 AUTO IMAGE PROCESS REDUCE PRINT POSITION PROGRAM TEST RESET PRINT ZOOM CENTER AUTO IDLE The current program setting is confirmed and CONFIDENTIAL CUSTOM DENSITY...
  • Page 55 Automatic Sorting into Groups NOTE • When printing is completed for all originals, the current program setting is automatically cleared. • If the optional ADF Unit is used, it is not required to change originals during operation. In this case, it is recommended to activate the Semi-Auto Process feature to save one key operation.
  • Page 56: Saving The Current Program Setting

    Automatic Sorting into Groups Saving the Current Program Setting You can save the current program setting in memory and apply it to another print job whenever desired only by calling it up from the memory. Set up a program. Program--Single Original-- New Program Group1: 20Copies x 2Set Group2: 30Copies x 3Set...
  • Page 57 Automatic Sorting into Groups Press the o function key. Program--Single Original-- The Entry list box is closed. New Program Group1: 20Copies x 2Set Group2: 30Copies x 3Set Group3: 40Copies x 4Set Group4: 0Copies x 0Set Group5: 0Copies x 0Set Group6: 0Copies x 0Set Group7: 0Copies x 0Set List Cancel...
  • Page 58: Renaming A Saved Program Setting

    Automatic Sorting into Groups Renaming a Saved Program Setting You can give a desired name to the program settings saved in the memory to make it easier to find a desired program setting in the list when calling it up from the memory. Group7: 0Copies x 0Set Open the Entry list box.
  • Page 59 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 - / . SPACE Name [RISO NOTE • To enter a space, select in the...
  • Page 60: Calling Up A Saved Program Setting

    Entry List press the PROGRAM key. Group1: 0Copies x 0Set Program1 Group2: 0Copies x 0Set Program2 Group3: 0Copies x 0Set RISO Group4: 0Copies x 0Set Program4 Group5: 0Copies x 0Set Program5 Group6: 0Copies x 0Set Program6 Group7: 0Copies x 0Set...
  • Page 61: Erasing A Saved Program Setting

    Entry List press the PROGRAM key. Group1: 0Copies x 0Set Program1 Group2: 0Copies x 0Set Program2 Group3: 0Copies x 0Set RISO Group4: 0Copies x 0Set Program4 Group5: 0Copies x 0Set Program5 Group6: 0Copies x 0Set Program6 Group7: 0Copies x 0Set...
  • Page 62: Storing Settings In Memory

    Storing Settings in Memory The Print Job Memory feature is a flexible tool for You can store up to 16 combinations of frequently used automating frequently used or complicated or complex print-job settings and apply them to new combinations of settings for print jobs. print jobs whenever necessary.
  • Page 63: Function Key

    Storing Settings in Memory Select a job register name. Print Job Memory Mode Highlight a desired job register name by pressing Job Entry/Job Call Personal1 Personal9 the cursor keys. Personal2 Personal10 Personal3 Personal11 Free job register names appear dimmed. Personal4 Personal12 When they are not dimmed, they are already Personal5...
  • Page 64: Renaming A Saved Print Job Setting

    Storing Settings in Memory Renaming a Saved Print Job Setting Press the MEMORY key. MASTER LINE MAKING AUTO PHOTO PRINT ENLARGE PROCESS 1 : 1 AUTO IMAGE PROCESS REDUCE PRINT POSITION PROGRAM TEST RESET PRINT ZOOM CENTER The Print Job Memory window appears in the AUTO IDLE CONFIDENTIAL CUSTOM...
  • Page 65 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 - / . SPACE Name [RISO JOB NOTE • To enter a space, select in the...
  • Page 66: Calling Up A Saved Print Job Setting

    BOUND DATA Main Display. PRINT PHOTO ORIGINAL PC/SCAN MEMORY NORMAL MEMORY Print Job Memory Mode Job Entry/Job Call Personal1 Personal9 Personal2 Personal10 RISO JOB Personal11 Personal4 Personal12 Personal5 Personal13 Personal6 Personal14 Personal7 Personal15 Personal16 Personal8 Erase Rename Close Register Select a desired print job setting.
  • Page 67: Erasing A Saved Print Job Setting

    BOUND DATA Main Display. PRINT PHOTO ORIGINAL PC/SCAN MEMORY NORMAL MEMORY Print Job Memory Mode Job Entry/Job Call Personal1 Personal9 Personal2 Personal10 RISO JOB Personal11 Personal4 Personal12 Personal5 Personal13 Personal6 Personal14 Personal7 Personal15 Personal8 Personal16 Erase Rename Close Register Select the print job setting to be Print Job Memory Mode erased.
  • Page 68 Storing Settings in Memory Press the d function key Print Job Memory Mode again. Job Entry/Job Call Personal1 Personal9 Personal2 Personal10 The selected print job setting is erased from the Personal3 Personal11 memory and the selected job register name will Personal4 Personal12 Personal5...
  • Page 69: Automatic Idle

    Automatic Idle The Automatic Idle feature assures consistent print quality even after a long break by rotating the Print Cylinder (Drum) to ensure even ink distribution, and saves you from wasting paper due to faint images in printing. NOTE When ordinary or test printing takes place after a long break, the Automatic Idle feature is ignored even when the Automatic Idle indicator is lit.
  • Page 70: Customizing The Initial Settings

    Customizing the Initial Settings NOTE When you customize the initial settings, You can customize some of the initial settings to which the they remain valid until they are changed machine status will be returned when the power is turned again. on, or the RESET key is held down for more than one second.
  • Page 71 Customizing the Initial Settings Select a desired initial setting. Custom Initial Settings Highlight a desired setting by pressing the Image Processing Line Print Speed Print Speed Level w or q function key or the cursor Printing Density Standard Level 1 Scanning Contrast Auto keys.
  • Page 72 Customizing the Initial Settings INITIAL SETTINGS OPEN TO ARBITRARY CHANGES Title Description Choices Ref.Page Image Processing Selects the initial image processing Line, Duo, Photo p.30 mode. Print Speed Selects the initial print speed (copies per Level 1(=60), p.40 minute). Level 2(=80), Level 3(=100), Level 4(=120), Level 5(=130)[cpm]...
  • Page 73 Customizing the Initial Settings Title Description Choices Ref.Page Energy Save Timer Selects the idle period required to lead 5 minutes, 10 minutes, p.72 your RISOGRAPH into the energy saving 30 minutes mode. Auto Idle Period Selects the period required for automatic 12 hours, 6 hours, p.69 activation of the Auto idle feature.
  • Page 74: Changing Print Color

    Changing Print Color Caution To print with an optional color Cylinder (Drum), simply Only use RISOGRAPH RN Print remove the existing Cylinder (Drum) from your Cylinder (Drum). RISOGRAPH and replace with the color of choice. NOTE When a Print Cylinder (Drum) other than the Black one is •...
  • Page 75 Changing Print Color Remove the Print Cylinder (Drum) from the unit. Lift the Print Cylinder (Drum) with both hands to remove it. Important! There is ink on the master wrapped around the Print Cylinder (Drum). Keep your hands and clothing away from it. If your hands come into contact with ink, wash thoroughly.
  • Page 76: Interfacing With A Computer

    Interfacing with a Computer (Optional for the RN20 Series Models) Your RISOGRAPH can be interfaced with personal computers (Windows and Macintosh) in two ways: by directly connecting a computer printer cable to them (local connection mode) and over the public telecommunication line (remote transmission mode).
  • Page 77: Computer Interface Guides - Optional For Rn20 Series Models

    omputer Interface Guides - Optional for RN20 Series Models This section describes various operation patterns and functions which are available for printing out the document files created on your computer in the PC data mode. Connecting to a Computer PC Data Mode Display Basic Interface Operation Selecting Output Pages on Your RISOGRAPH Rotating Images by 180 Degrees...
  • Page 78: Connecting To A Computer

    Connecting to a Computer You can connect your RISOGRAPH to a computer in two ways, i.e. with direct cable connection (Local connection mode) and over the public telecommunication lines (Remote transmission mode). For direct cable connection, the standard parallel port (IEEE 1284A) is provided on your RISOGRAPH.
  • Page 79: Using The Public Telecommunication Lines

    Connecting to a Computer Using the Public Telecommunication Lines To print out the document file sent from a remote location over the public telecommunication lines, connect the standard serial communication cable (RS-232C) between the modem (or terminal adapter) and the DB-9 serial port of your RISOGRAPH.
  • Page 80: Pc Data Mode Display

    PC Data Mode Display Basic Window Ready to Receive Data Operation guide message PC Data Mode Communication Mode :Remote Transmit Configuration Doc.Data Spooling data Data Process Step :Semi-Auto>Master 180˚ Rotation :OFF Communication Communication :Data Receivable status Letter Black Settings Function key assignment * The communication status is displayed in the Remote transmission mode only.
  • Page 81 Black Close ☞ p.87 File Data Window Ready to Make Master Select Pages/Action Received File Data No.1 File Name RISO JOB 1 Page Count Page.4 Details Paper Size 8.5 x 11 Resolution 300 x 400 dpi Receipt Data 11:00 7/1 2000...
  • Page 82: Basic Interface Operation

    Basic Interface Operation Turn the power switch ON. The power switch is located on the lower right side of the machine. – – NOTE When your RISOGRAPH is sleeping in the Energy Saving mode, the indicator START on the START key lights. In this case, press the START key to wake up your RISOGRAPH.
  • Page 83 Basic Interface Operation Send the document data to your Display transition pattern for the full automatic process operation in RISOGRAPH. the Local connection mode Using the dedicated printer driver or the Processing Data communication utility software, send your selected document file from the computer to the PC Data Mode RISOGRAPH.
  • Page 84: Selecting Output Pages On Your Risograph

    Selecting Output Pages on Your RISOGRAPH Your RISOGRAPH can store the document data received from the computer in the memory without printing them, allowing you to select the pages to be printed out on the RISOGRAPH. Besides, the document data stored in the memory remain there until they are cleared with key operation, enabling the repeated output of the same document data.
  • Page 85: Clearing Document Data From The Memory

    Received File Data No.1 can be checked in the File data window, which File Name RISO JOB 1 Page Count Page.4 is available only in the Remote transmission Paper Size 8.5 x 11 mode.
  • Page 86: Rotating Images By 180 Degrees

    Rotating Images by 180 Degrees You can rotate images in the received document data by Ready to Receive Data 180 degrees before printing them out. This function will be START useful to improve paper ejection condition in case printed PC Data Mode copies cannot be ejected well due to the presence of large Communication Mode :Local Connection solid areas at the page top, or to print on special paper...
  • Page 87: Changing Print Job Flow

    Changing Print Job Flow You can change the print job flow specified when the current document data was sent to the RISOGRAPH according to the current print job requirements. The new job flows which are available for the current print job are listed in the Utility window, which can be opened by pressing the f function key.
  • Page 88: Job Flow List

    Changing Print Job Flow Job Flow List - Skip Current Page Cancels the print job of the current page and starts to make a master for the following page. - Renew Current Page Cancels the print job of the current page and starts to make another master for the current page.
  • Page 89: Changing The Pc Data Mode Configuration

    Changing the PC Data Mode Configuration You may be required to change the initial PC data mode PC Data Mode Settings configuration according to your operation requirements for printing out the document data sent from the computer. Communication Mode Local Connection To allow you to change the PC data mode configuration, Copy Count Entry Necessary...
  • Page 90 Changing the PC Data Mode Configuration Press the e function key. PC Data Mode Settings The selected item is configured as specified in the Communication Mode Local Connection Copy Count Reentry Necessary selected option and the Mode configuration RMT Error Transact Pause Doc.Data Spooling window reappears, displaying the new...
  • Page 91 Changing the PC Data Mode Configuration = Configuration Items and Their Options = Items Descriptions Options Communication Mode Selects the current communication mode. Local Connection, Remote Transmit Copy Count Entry Selects if the number of copies is required to be Necessary, specified for the current print job on the Control Not necessary...
  • Page 92 Changing the PC Data Mode Configuration Items Descriptions Options Serial Com. Speed Selects the serial communication speed between 115200bps, the RISOGRAPH and the data receiving device for 57600bps, (Available only for the the Remote transmission mode. 38400bps, Remote transmission 19200bps, mode) 9600bps, 4800bps,...
  • Page 93 Changing the PC Data Mode Configuration Auto Process Function You can specify how to process print jobs in the PC data mode, i.e., to process without interruption or to interrupt print jobs after a specified process step, on your RISOGRAPH. By interrupting print jobs, you can check print position and quality with sample copies before printing process or change the print job flow according to your print requirements.
  • Page 95: Replenishing And Disposing Supplies

    eplenishing and Disposing Supplies This section describes how to replenish supplies and dispose of them regularly. Replacing the Ink Cartridge Replacing the Master Roll Emptying the Master Disposal Box...
  • Page 96: Replacing The Ink Cartridge

    Replacing the Ink Cartridge Open the Front Cover. Turn the Ink Cartridge Locking Lever to the right. The Ink Cartridge is released. Turn the Ink Cartridge Holder off position. Pull the Ink Cartridge Locking Lever toward you. Pull the empty Ink Cartridge out of the Ink Cartridge Holder.
  • Page 97 Replacing the Ink Cartridge Push back the Ink Cartridge Holder into position. Push the Ink Cartridge Locking Lever. Turn back the Ink Cartridge Locking Lever to the left. The Ink Cartridge is locked. Close the Front Cover. Important! • Dispose of the empty Ink Cartridge •...
  • Page 98: Replacing The Master Roll

    Replacing the Master Roll Raise the Scanner Table. Hold the Scanner Table Release Lever and raise the Scanner Table until it stops. Open the Master Roll Cover. Pull down the Master Roll Cover. Open the Master Making Unit. Open the Master Making Unit by pulling down the green Master Making Unit Release Lever, which is located on the right side of the unit.
  • Page 99 Replacing the Master Roll Attach the existing flanges to a new Master Roll. Unpack a new Master Roll. Colored Flange Attach the flanges removed from the depleted Master Roll to the new one, with the colored flange to the right end and the white one to the White Flange left end.
  • Page 100: Emptying The Master Disposal Box

    Emptying the Master Disposal Box Master Disposal Box Handle Pull out the Master Disposal Box. Hold the handle of the Master Disposal Box and pull out the box. Important! Make sure that the Paper Feed Tray is lowered to the bottom. If not, the Master Disposal Box could not be pulled out or might be damaged in removal.
  • Page 101 dvisory Messages This section describes how to respond to advisory messages in the Main Display. If you need help in following a message's direction, consult the alphabetized index chart on the next page and refer to the corresponding page. Alphabetical Reference List Requesting Proper Setting Requesting Technical Support Requesting Supply and Disposal...
  • Page 102: Advisory Messages

    Advisory Messages Alphabetical Reference List Add Paper ..............................105 Battery Replacement..........................104 Check Paper Feed Tray..........................107 Close Disposal Entrance Cover ........................103 Close Front Cover .............................103 Close Master Making Unit.........................103 Close Scanner Table ..........................103 Empty Master Disposal Box........................105 Insert Card in Key/Card Counter.......................103 Install Ink Cartridge ...........................103 Install Master Disposal Box........................103 Install Print Cylinder ..........................103...
  • Page 103: Close Scanner Table

    Advisory Messages Requesting Proper Setting Message Description and Action Reference Insert Card in Key/Card Counter An operator card is requested to be inserted into the Key/card counter (optional). Action Insert it. Install Print Cylinder The Print Cylinder (Drum) is not properly installed. p.74 Action Slide it into place, holding the handle.
  • Page 104: Maintenance

    Advisory Messages Requesting Proper Setting Message Description and Action Reference Wrong-Type Print Cylinder (Drum) This type of Print Cylinder (Drum) is not acceptable for this p.74 Installed machine. Install a correct Print Cylinder (Drum). Action If you don't know what Print Cylinder (Drum) is the correct one, contact your service representative.
  • Page 105: Add Paper

    Advisory Messages Requesting Supply and Disposal Message Description and Action Reference No Ink An Ink cartridge is empty. p.96 Replace Ink Cartridge Replace it with a new one. Action No Master A Master roll is depleted. p.98 Action Replace Master Roll Install a new one.
  • Page 106: Master Disposal Error

    Advisory Messages Informing Troubles in Master-Making Area Message Description and Action Reference Master Disposal Error A used master remains on the Print Cylinder (Drum). p.74 Pull Out Print Cylinder (Drum) and Action Open the Front cover, pull out the Print Cylinder Discard Master (Drum) and remove the remaining master.
  • Page 107: Informing Troubles In Optional Adf Unit

    Advisory Messages Informing Troubles in Printing Area Message Description and Action Reference Paper Jam Paper was not ejected properly. p.21 Check Paper Ejection Area and Action Check the paper ejection area and remove jammed Press paper if any. Then press the function key.
  • Page 109 roubleshooting Tips This section describes how to take care of problems that may arise with your RISOGRAPH. Check the following "Tips List" and the related items before calling your authorized service representative. The unit does not start even when the power switch is pressed. The "Close Front Cover"...
  • Page 110: Troubleshooting Tips

    Troubleshooting Tips The unit does not start even when the power switch is pressed. • Check whether the power cord is firmly connected to an electrical outlet. Action • Check whether the power cord is connected to the unit. • Check whether the commercial power circuit breaker is on. The "Close Front Cover"...
  • Page 111: Printed Copies Are Half Or Three Quarter Blank In The Multi-Up Printing

    Troubleshooting Tips Printed copies are half or three quarter blank in the Multi-Up printing. • The initial setting of the Multi-Up printing feature is adjusted to provide a 15-second interval for placing the following originals. Action Change the initial setting of the Multi-Up printing feature to cancel the interval time. ☞...
  • Page 112: Paper Cannot Feed Well

    Troubleshooting Tips Paper sticks to the surface of the Print Cylinder (Drum). • Use recommended printing paper. Action ☞ p.18 • Lower the vertical print position with the VERTICAL PRINT POSITION Adjustment key. ☞ p.39 • Replace the original in the reverse direction and restart printing from the beginning (master-making).
  • Page 113 roubleshooting Tips (PC Data Mode) This section describes how to take care of problems that may arise in relation to operations in the PC data mode. Check the related items as instructed in this section before calling your authorized service representative.
  • Page 114: Troubleshooting Tips (Pc Data Mode)

    Troubleshooting Tips (PC Data Mode) Problem Cause Action The number of copies specified on the "Necessary" is selected for Change the setting to "Not necessary". ☞ p.91 computer is not applied to the print job. the "Copy Count Entry" in the Mode configuration window.
  • Page 115 Troubleshooting Tips (PC Data Mode) Problem Cause Action A unique configuration is Recover the factory-set configuration of selected for the static the static memory in the modem, memory in the modem. referring to the user's guide of the modem concerned. The data transmission level Adjust the data transmission level of of the modem is not suitable...
  • Page 117 aintenance This section describes the actions to be taken to maintain your RISOGRAPH in proper working order. Safety Guides - Maintenance Cleaning : Preventing Defective Prints...
  • Page 118: Maintenance

    • Precision parts and driving mechanisms are contained in the unit. Do not perform actions other than those described in this manual. • Don't make any modifications to the unit or remove parts. • Neither RISO nor its dealer is responsible for maintenance service performed by non-RISO-authorized personnel. Replacing the Lithium Battery The lithium battery in your machine should last about five years.
  • Page 119: Cleaning: Preventing Defective Prints

    Cleaning : Preventing Defective Prints Cleaning the Thermal Print Head Clean the Thermal Print Head after every two Master rolls. Lift up the Scanner table and open the Master making unit. Then gently wipe the Thermal Print Head (inside the unit) several times with a soft cloth or tissue.
  • Page 120: Cleaning The Risograph Exterior

    Cleaning : Preventing Defective Prints Cleaning the RISOGRAPH Exterior To remove dust, wipe the machine exterior periodically with a soft cloth. To remove stains, use an appropriate cleanser recommended by your authorized service representative. Caution The machine exterior is plastic. Never use alcohol or solvent for cleaning.
  • Page 121: Appendices

    ppendices This section includes information on options and specifications. Optional Accessories Specifications - RN2000 Specifications - RN2030 Specifications - RN2050 Specifications - RN2130 Specifications - RN2150...
  • Page 122: Optional Accessories

    LAN environment, besides, the operation status can be checked on your PC screen, using the accessory RISOGRAPH ADF Unit5 5 monitoring utility software, RISO-MONITOR. The Automatic Document Feed (ADF) Unit automatically feeds up to 50 sheets for scanning. When you use the...
  • Page 123: Specifications - Rn2000

    Specifications - RN2000 Processing High-speed automatic digital scanning/fully automatic, thermal screening duplicating system Time to First Copy Letter or A4 original : approx. 20 seconds Print Speed 5 selectable print speeds (60 to 130 sheets per minute) 300 × 400 dpi Scanning Resolution Original Input Type Bound documents or sheets...
  • Page 124: Specifications - Rn2030

    Specifications - RN2030 Processing High-speed automatic digital scanning/fully automatic, thermal screening duplicating system Time to First Copy Letter or A4 original : approx. 20 seconds Print Speed 5 selectable print speeds (60 to 130 sheets per minute) 300 × 400 dpi Scanning Resolution Original Input Type Bound documents or sheets...
  • Page 125: Specifications - Rn2050

    Specifications - RN2050 Processing High-speed automatic digital scanning/fully automatic, thermal screening duplicating system Time to First Copy Letter or A4 original : approx. 20 seconds Print Speed 5 selectable print speeds (60 to 130 sheets per minute) 300 × 400 dpi Scanning Resolution Original Input Type Bound documents or sheets...
  • Page 126: Specifications - Rn2130

    Specifications - RN2130 Processing High-speed automatic digital scanning/fully automatic, thermal screening duplicating system Time to First Copy Letter or A4 original : approx. 20 seconds Print Speed 5 selectable print speeds (60 to 130 sheets per minute) 300 × 400 dpi Scanning Resolution Original Input Type Bound documents or sheets...
  • Page 127: Specifications - Rn2150

    Specifications - RN2150 Processing High-speed automatic digital scanning/fully automatic, thermal screening duplicating system Time to First Copy Letter or A4 original : approx. 20 seconds Print Speed 5 selectable print speeds (60 to 130 sheets per minute) 300 × 400 dpi Scanning Resolution Original Input Type Bound documents or sheets...
  • Page 128: Index

    Index Symbols and Numerals cautions, installation ............8 key (illustration)............12 changing PC data mode configuration......89 key, using..............50 changing print job flow ..........87 key (illustration)............12 cleaning ADF white sheet ..........120 key, using............50, 53 cleaning (preventing defective prints) ......119 key (illustration)............12 cleaning ADF scanner glass ........120 key, using............50, 53 cleaning pressure roller..........119 1:1 key (illustration)............13...
  • Page 129 feed tray paper guide lock lever (Illustration)....10 master-making/print, initial setting ........42 feed tray paper guides (illustration) ......10 mechanical problems, avoiding ......8, 24, 118 feed tray paper guides, using ........20 memory feature .............62 file data window ............81 memory feature, saving ..........62 flanges, master roll ..........98, 99 MEMORY key (illustration)..........12 front cover (illustration) ..........11...
  • Page 130 pressure roller, cleaning..........119 scanner table (illustration)..........11 preventing defective prints ..........119 SCANNING CONTRAST print color, changing............74 Adjustment keys (illustration) .......13 print colors ........123, 124, 125, 126, 127 SCANNING CONTRAST adjustment keys, using ..36 print cylinder (drum) (illustration) ........11 scanning resolution.....123, 124, 125, 126, 127 Print Cylinder (drum) release button (illustration) ..11 selecting output pages ..........84 print cylinder (drum), operation ........25...

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