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Ricoh Aficio AP600LU Operating Instructions Manual

Ricoh Aficio AP600LU Operating Instructions Manual

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Forsafe and correct use of this machine, please be sure to read the Safety Information in this manual before you use it.
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Getting Started
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Setting Up the Printer
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Installing the Printer Driver
Operating Instructions
Setup Guide

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions Setup Guide Getting Started Setting Up the Printer Installing the Printer Driver Forsafe and correct use of this machine, please be sure to read the Safety Information in this manual before you use it.
  • Page 2 For good print quality, the Ricoh recommends that you use genuine Ricoh toner. Ricoh shall not be responsible for any damage or expense that might result from the use of parts other than genuine Ricoh parts with your Ricoh office products.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Trademarks................................3 Notes:................................4 Safety Information...............................5 Safety During Operation..........................5 Safety Precautions to Be Followed........................5 Description of electronic information product pollution control..............9 Title 2................................10 Energy Saving Function...........................11 Manuals for This Printer...........................12 Manuals for This Printer..........................12 How to Read This Manual..........................13 Symbols................................13 1.
  • Page 4 USB Connection............................37 3. Installing the Printer Driver Installing the PCL 6 Printer Driver........................39 Installing Windows 64-bit Compatible Drivers..................40 Installing the Printer Driver Using USB......................42 Windows 2000 - USB..........................42 Windows XP, Windows Server 2003/2003 R2 - USB................43 Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008 - USB..................44 Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 R2 - USB..................44 Troubleshooting USB...........................46 INDEX...

  • Page 5: Trademarks

    Trademarks ® ® ® ® Microsoft , Windows , Windows Server , and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. PCL is a registered trademark of Hewlett-Packard Company. Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and might be trademarks of their respective companies.

  • Page 6: Notes

    ® ® Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Datacenter Edition • The product names of Windows Server 2003 R2 are as follows: ® ® Microsoft Windows Server 2003 R2 Standard Edition ® ® Microsoft Windows Server 2003 R2 Enterprise Edition ® ® Microsoft Windows Server 2003 R2 Datacenter Edition...

  • Page 7: Safety Information

    Safety Information When using your printer, the following safety precautions should always be followed. Safety During Operation 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 8 • If metal objects, or water or other fluids fall inside this machine, you must turn off its power immediately. After turning off the power, be sure to disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet. Then contact your service representative and report the problem. Do not use the machine. Doing so could result in fire or electric shock.
  • Page 9 • Disposal can take place at our authorized dealer. • Dispose of the used toner cartridge in accordance with the local regulations. • Keep the machine away from humidity and dust. Otherwise a fire or an electric shock might occur. •...
  • Page 10 • For environmental reasons, do not dispose of the machine or expended supply waste at household waste collection points. Disposal can take place at an authorized dealer. • Our products are engineered to meet high standards of quality and functionality, and we recommend that you use only the expendable supplies available at an authorized dealer.

  • Page 11: Description Of Electronic Information Product Pollution Control

    Description of electronic information product pollution control 1 Description of name of harmful toxic substances or elements that may be included. Product name: Aficio AP600LU Machine Harmful toxic substances or elements Unit name Lead(Pb) Mercury Cadmium Chromium Polybromin Polybromin (Hg)

  • Page 12: Title 2

    11 Packing Remarks • : It indicates that the amount of harmful toxic substances in all homogenerous materials of relevant parts is below the requirement of the limited amount specified by SJ/T11363-2006 standard. • : It indicates that the amount of harmful toxic substances in at least one kind of homogenerous material of relevant parts is above the requirement of the limited amount specified by SJ/ T11363-2006 standard.

  • Page 13: Energy Saving Function

    Energy Saving Function Energy Saver mode This printer automatically lowers its power consumption 1 minute after the last operation has been completed. To exit Energy Saver mode, press any key on the control panel. To change the setting of the Energy Saver mode, see "System Menu" in the Printer Reference on the CD-ROM. Specifications Energy Saver mode Power Consumption...

  • Page 14: Manuals For This Printer

    Manuals for This Printer Manuals for This Printer The following manuals describe the operational procedures and maintenance of this machine. To enhance safe and efficient operation of this printer, all users should read and follow the instructions carefully. Setup Guide (this manual) Provides information about setting up the printer.

  • Page 15: How To Read This Manual

    How to Read This Manual Symbols In this manual, the following symbols are used: If this instruction is not followed, paper might be misfed, originals might be damaged, or data might be lost. Be sure to read this. This symbol indicates precautions for operation, or actions to take after misoperation. This symbol indicates a reference.

  • Page 17: Getting Started

    1. Getting Started Printer Driver for This Printer Printing requires installation of a printer driver for your operating system. The PCL 6 driver is included on the CD-ROM that comes with this printer. PCL printer drivers This printer driver allows the computer to communicate with the printer via a printer language. Supported Operating System The PCL 6 printer driver is supported by the following OS versions.

  • Page 18: Software Included On The Cd-Rom

    1. Getting Started Software Included on the CD-ROM This section explains how to view the contents of the CD-ROM. Viewing the Contents of the CD-ROM Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. Auto Run will start the installer. Select a language, and then click [OK]. Click [Browse This CD-ROM].

  • Page 19: Guide To This Printer

    Guide to This Printer Guide to This Printer Mainframe Exterior CDY004 1. Paper Size Dial Adjust this dial to match the size and feed direction of the paper loaded in the paper tray. 2. Bypass Tray Extension Pull out this extension to load paper into the Bypass Tray when its length is longer than A4 or 81/2"...
  • Page 20 1. Getting Started 6. Output Tray (Standard Tray) Printed output is stacked here with the print side facing down. 7. Upper Cover 8. Paper Exit Cover Open this cover to remove misfed paper. 9. Ventilator This hole helps to keep components inside the printer from overheating. •...
  • Page 21 Guide to This Printer Interior [Back side] [Front side] CDY005 1. Toner Cartridge Includes toner and a photo conductor unit. When "Replace Toner Cartridge" appears on the panel display, replace this unit. 2. Front Cover Open this cover when accessing the inside of the printer. 3.

  • Page 22: Control Panel

    1. Getting Started Control Panel AGN502S 1. Panel display Shows the current status of the printer and error messages. See "Error & Status Messages on the Control Panel" in the Printer Reference on the CD-ROM. 2. Power indicator Is on while the printer power is on. Is off when the power is turned off or while the printer is in Energy Saver mode.
  • Page 23 Guide to This Printer • This does not work if the printer is online. 8. [Menu] key Press this key to make and check the current printer settings. See "Making Printer Settings with the Control Panel" in the Printer Reference on the CD-ROM. 9.
  • Page 24 1. Getting Started...

  • Page 25: Setting Up The Printer

    2. Setting Up the Printer Where to Put the Printer The printer’s location should be carefully chosen because environmental conditions greatly affect its performance. • Be sure to locate the machine as close as possible to a wall outlet. This will allow easy disconnection of the power cord in the event of an emergency.

  • Page 26: Environments To Avoid

    2. Setting Up the Printer 10 C 80% 27 C 80% 15 C 25 C 32 C 25 C 15 C 10 C 15% 32 C 15% CDY006 80.6 F 80% 50 F 80% 89.6 89.6 F 15% F 15% CDY007 White area: Permissible Range Gray area: Recommended Range...

  • Page 27: Power Connection

    Where to Put the Printer Power Connection Connect the power cord to a power source with the following specifications: • 220 240V, 50/60Hz, 4.5 A or more Space Required for Installing the Printer Leave enough space around the printer. This space is necessary to operate the printer. The recommended (or minimum) space requirement is as follows: CDY008 A: more than 10 cm (4.0")

  • Page 28: Unpacking The Printer And Checking The Contents Of The Box

    2. Setting Up the Printer Unpacking the Printer and Checking the Contents of the Box Check the contents of the box according to the following list. If one or some items are missing, please contact your sales or service representative. •...

  • Page 29: Installing The Toner Cartridge

    Installing the Toner Cartridge Installing the Toner Cartridge • Do not incinerate toner (new or used) or toner containers. Doing so risks burns. Toner will ignite on contact with naked flame. • Disposal can take place at our authorized dealer or at appropriate collection sites. •...
  • Page 30 2. Setting Up the Printer Open the front cover by pushing the front cover release button. CDY010 Remove the fixing material inserted between toner cartridge and the printer. CDY011 While lifting the front side of the toner cartridge, pull it out of the printer. CDY012 •...
  • Page 31 Installing the Toner Cartridge Place the toner cartridge on a flat surface. Pull out the tape inside the unit horizontally while holding the cartridge with one hand as shown in the illustration. CDY013 • Be sure to remove the tape completely before installing the toner cartridge. Otherwise, the printer might be damaged.
  • Page 32 2. Setting Up the Printer Insert the toner cartridge in its appropriate position by gently pushing down. CDY015 Close the front cover. CDY016 • Do not close the front cover with force. If you cannot close the cover easily, pull out the toner cartridge from the printer and insert it again.

  • Page 33: Installing The Paper Tray

    Installing the Paper Tray Installing the Paper Tray The default paper settings size are as follows: • Metric version: A4 (long-edge feed) • Inch version: 81/2" x 11" (long-edge feed) For settings other than the default paper size, see "Loading Paper and Other Media" in the Printer Reference provided as a PDF file on the CD-ROM.
  • Page 34 2. Setting Up the Printer Load paper into the paper tray with the print side up. CDY019 • Confirm that the top of the stack is not higher than the limit mark inside the tray. • Confirm that the paper fits under the rear guide. •...
  • Page 35 Installing the Paper Tray Carefully slide the paper tray into the printer until it stops. CDY021 • Confirm that the setting of the paper size dial matches the size and feed direction of the paper in the tray. Otherwise, the printer might be damaged or a printing problem might occur. •...

  • Page 36: Connecting The Power Cord

    2. Setting Up the Printer Connecting the Power Cord • It is dangerous to handle the power cord plug with wet hands. Doing so could result in electric shock. • When disconnecting the power cord from the wall outlet, always pull the plug, not the cord. Pulling the cord can damage the power cord.

  • Page 37: Selecting The Panel Display Language

    Selecting the Panel Display Language Selecting the Panel Display Language Select a language following the procedures described. The message for the selected language will appear on the panel display. • The default setting is English. • If you want to use the English panel display, the following procedures are unnecessary. Check that the power switch is turned on.

  • Page 38: Printing A Configuration Page

    2. Setting Up the Printer Printing a Configuration Page You can check if the printer works properly by printing a configuration page. However, you cannot check the connection between the printer and the computer by printing the configuration page. Check that the power switch is turned on. Press the [Menu] key.

  • Page 39: Connecting The Printer To A Computer

    Connecting the Printer to a Computer Connecting the Printer to a Computer Parallel Connection • The parallel interface cable is not provided with the printer. Make sure that the interface cable you use is appropriate for your computer. • The printer’s parallel connection is a standard bi-directional interface. It requires a standard 36-pin parallel cable compliant with IEEE 1284 and an available parallel port on your computer.
  • Page 40 2. Setting Up the Printer Attach the USB interface cable to the USB interface connector of the printer. Secure the cable. CDY025 Attach the other end of the interface cable to the USB interface connector of the computer or the USB Hub. Secure the cable.

  • Page 41: Installing The Printer Driver

    3. Installing the Printer Driver This manual assumes that you are familiar with general Windows procedures and practices. If you are not, see the documentation that comes with Windows for details. Installing the PCL 6 Printer Driver This describes how to install the PCL printer driver when using a parallel port. To use a printer connected using a parallel interface, click [LPT1] when installing the printer driver.

  • Page 42: Installing Windows 64-Bit Compatible Drivers

    3. Installing the Printer Driver 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. Check that [LPT1:] is shown in [Port]. Select the [Default Printer] check box to configure the printer as default. Click [Finish].
  • Page 43 Installing the PCL 6 Printer Driver Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008 Use the following procedure to install the PCL driver under a 64-bit version of Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008. On the [Start] menu, click [Control Panel]. Click [Hardware and Sound]. Click [Printers].

  • Page 44: Installing The Printer Driver Using Usb

    3. Installing the Printer Driver Installing the Printer Driver Using USB This section describes basic instructions for installing the printer drivers using USB. Before installing, check that only the operating system is running on the computer and no print jobs are in progress.

  • Page 45: Windows Xp, Windows Server 2003/2003 R2 - Usb

    Installing the Printer Driver Using USB Click [Finish]. If the installation is successful, the icon of the printer connected to the "USB001" port is added to the [Printers], [Printers and Faxes], or [Devices and Printers] window. • To disable Auto Run, press the left Shift key when inserting the CD-ROM into the drive and keep it pressed until the computer finishes reading from the CD-ROM.

  • Page 46: Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008 - Usb

    3. Installing the Printer Driver • The number after "USB" varies depending on the number of printers connected. Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008 - USB Close all applications except this manual. Check that the power of the printer is off. Connect the printer to your computer with a USB cable.
  • Page 47 Installing the Printer Driver Using USB Turn on the power of the printer. Found New Hardware Wizard starts, and USB Printing Support is installed automatically. Click [Devices and Printers]. Double-Click the icon of printer you want to use in the [Unspecified] category. Click [Hardware] tab.

  • Page 48: Troubleshooting Usb

    3. Installing the Printer Driver Troubleshooting USB Problem Solutions The printer is not recognized Turn off the power of this printer, and then reconnect the USB automatically. cable. Make sure the cable is securely connected to the USB ports, and then turn on the power again. Windows has already configured the Open Windows' Device Manager, and then, under [Universal USB settings.

  • Page 49: Index

    INDEX Bypass Tray............On Line key............Bypass Tray Extension........... Optimum environmental conditions..... Output Tray............Output Tray Extension........... Configuration page..........Control Panel........... 17, 20 Panel display............Paper Exit Cover............ Data In indicator............ Paper Size Dial............Paper tray............... Paper Tray.............. Energy Saving function......... Paper Tray Cover..........
  • Page 50 Ventilator..............G0918674...
  • Page 51 © 2010 Ricoh Co., Ltd.
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