Konica Minolta KIP 600 User Manual

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User’s Guide

Version "A" A.0

Carefully read this USER'S GUIDE before use. Keep this USER'S GUIDE for future reference.

Thank you for purchasing the KIP 600A Monochrome / Color Wide Format Document Scanner.

This USER'S GUIDE contains functional and operational explanations for KIP 600A. Please read this USER'S GUIDE carefully before using KIP 600A. Please keep this USER'S GUIDE for future reference.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference. (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause

undesired operation.

. .

Do not install the Machine around other electric equipment or precision instruments. This may be affected by electrical noise or vibration during operation.

If the Machine is installed near other electric equipment, such as TV or radio, interference to said equipment, such as noise or flickering may occur. Use a separate power line and install the Machine as far as possible from said equipment.

As an ENERGY STAR ® Partner, Katsuragawa Electric Co., Ltd. has determined that this product meets the

The International promotes energy saving through the penetration of energy efficient computers and other office equipment. The program backs the development and dissemination of products with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption. It is an open system in which business proprietors can participate voluntarily. The targeted products are office equipment such as computers, monitors, printers, facsimiles, copiers, scanners, and multifunction devices. Their standards and logos are uniform among participating nations.

The symbol shown indicates that this product conforms to Directive 2002/96/EC of the European Parliament and the council of 27 January 2003 on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) and does not apply to countries outside of EU.

ENERGY STAR ® Office Equipment Program is an international program that

ENERGY STAR ® guidelines for energy efficiency.

NOTE

KIP 600A should be connected with a supported KIP printer through a USB cable for any operation. KIP 600A does not operate as a single unit.

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Safety Warnings

The following warnings are very important in order to safely use this machine. These notes are important in preventing danger to the operator or operation of the product.

The following symbols are found throughout the USER’S GUIDE and have the following meaning:

WARNING

This WARNING mark means that there is a possibility of death or serious injury if you ignore or do not follow the said instruction.

CAUTION

This CAUTION mark means that there is a possibility of injury or physical damage if you ignore or do not follow the said instruction.

When marked with this symbol, “DO NOT ATTEMPT”

When marked with this symbol, “pay close attention to”

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WARNING

Ground the machine with a correct ground source or you may be electrically shocked.

1. The power source should be as follows: 100-120VAC/200-240VAC, 50/60Hz, 1A or higher

2. Use a circuit with a dedicated breaker.

3. Install the machine as close to the wall outlet as possible.

4. If you want to move the machine, contact your service personnel.

1. Do not remove the screw and do not open the cover if not said to do so

in this User’s Manual. If you ignore this warning, you may be burnt or receive an electrical shock due to a hot part or electrically charged part inside.

2. Do not disassemble or tamper with the machine.

It may result in a fire or an electrical shock.

1. Do not plug in the machine into a multi-wire connector in which some

other equipment is plugged into. It may cause a fire due to outlet overheating.

2. Do not damage the power cord by stepping on or placing heavy objects

on it. If the power cord is damaged, it may cause a fire or you may receive an electrical shock. REPLACE THE CORD IF DAMAGED!

1. Do not put a flower vase, a flowerpot or any water-filled objects on the

machine. Spilt water could cause a fire or an electrical shock.

2. If the machine generates an unusual smell or noise, turn it off and

unplug it from the wall electrical outlet immediately.

Be sure to catch the plug when you unplug the machine. Otherwise, you may damage the power cord and may result in a fire or an electrical shock.

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CAUTION

Do not install the machine in a humidified room or a dusty room. Also, do not install the machine on an unstable floor as injuries may occur.

Be careful not to catch a finger in the Top Cover.

1. Unplug the machine before you move it. The power cord may damage and it may result in a fire or an electrical shock.

2. If you do not use the machine for a long duration (holidays, company shutdown) turn off and unplug the printer from the outlet for safety.

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Part 1 Basic Functions

Part 2 Copy - Monochrome

Part 3 Copy - Color

Part 4 Scan - Monochrome

Part 5 Scan - Color

Part 6 Help / Configuration Screen

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Part 1

Basic Functions

page

Chapter 1 Before Use 1- 2

1. 1 Installation Requirements 1- 2

1. 2 Originals Prohibited from Duplication 1- 3

1. 3 Features 1- 4

1. 4 Specifications 1- 5

1. 5 Appearance 1- 6

1. 5. 1 Front View 1- 6

1. 5. 2 Rear View 1- 7

1. 5. 3 Operation Panel 1- 8

1. 6 Specifications for Scan Originals 1- 9

1. 7 Options 1-12

Chapter 2 Basic Operation 1-13

2. 1 Turning on KIP 600A 1-13

2. 2 Turning off KIP 600A 1-15

2. 3 Positioning Original 1-16

2. 4 Canceling the Current Scan 1-20

2. 5 Canceling Power Saving Mode 1-21

2. 6 Removing Original Tray 1-22

Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 1-23

3. 1 Original Misfeed 1-23

3. 2 ERROR LED 1-25

3. 2. 1 ERROR LED Lights 1-25

3. 2. 2 ERROR LED Blinks 1-25

3. 3 Original Not Carried 1-25

3. 4 Other errors 1-26

3. 4. 1 Top Cover Open 1-26

3. 4. 2 Toner Low 1-26

3. 4. 3 Roll Empty 1-27

3. 4. 4 Color Printer Configuration 1-27

3. 5 Uneven Density

Chapter 4 Maintenance 1-28

4. 1 Cleaning 1-28

4. 1. 1 Scan Glass, Feed Roller and Guide Plate 1-28

4. 1. 2 Sensors 1-31

5. 0 Utility Software

5. 1 Installation

5. 1. 1 Installing USB Driver

5. 1. 2 Installing Utility Software

5. 2 Starting Utility Software

5. 3 Displaying Scanner Information

5. 4 Scanner Adjustment

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Chapter 1 Before Use

1. 1 Installation Requirements

The following conditions have to be satisfied when installing KIP 600A Scanner.

1. Satisfy the following input power condition.

Voltage 100-240VAC Current 1A or higher Frequency 50 / 60Hz.

KIP 600A can be supplied with any voltage within 100 to 240VAC. If the voltage is within this range, please connect to the outlet simply. (No setting has to be changed.)

2. Make sure to connect the power plug to the outlet that is provided with the Ground Terminal.

3. To completely disconnect the machine from the power source, draw the power plug from the outlet. The outlet must be easily accessible near the equipment.

4. The temperature must be within the range from 10 to 32 degrees centigrade, and the humidity must be 20 to 80% RH.

5. Prevent the machine away from water, fire, dust or direct sunlight. If it is impossible to avoid the direct sunlight, please pull the curtain to intercept the sunlight.

6. The floor must be enough strong to withstand machine’s weight (About 57lbs or 26kg).

7. Keep enough space around the machine as follows.

(The following values are the least requirements. Please keep a wider space if possible.)

[Rear]

KIP 600A

12” or wider

[Front]

12” or wider

8” or wider

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1. 2 Originals Prohibited to Copy

It is not necessarily allowed to copy every kind of original. You may be punished by the law if only you possess the copy of some kind of original. We recommend you to consider enough before you copy such original.

[Originals prohibited from copying by the law]

1. It is not allowed to copy Currency (Bill, Money, Bank Note, etc.); Government issued Negotiable Instruments (National Bonds, Security, Local Debt Bonds, etc.).

2. It is not allowed to copy Foreign Currency or Foreign Negotiable Instruments.

3. It is not allowed to copy unused postal stamps or government postcards without permission to make replica from Government,

4. It is not allowed to copy Government issued revenue stamps, certificate stamps which are prescribed by Liquor Tax Act or the Commodity Tax Act.

[Special items to be cared]

1. It is warned by the government to copy private issued securities (stock certificate, draft, check, goods ticket, etc.), commutation ticket or book of tickets, excluding that some specific company copies such originals as many as it requires for its own business.

2. We recommend you not to copy freely such originals as government issued passport, public or private issued licenses, automobile inspection certification, Ids and tickets like pass or meal.

Reference Law Prohibited items to copy

Regulations to control fake currency and Bond.

Control Law against Forged & faked Foreign Currency, Bill, Bank Note and Bond Forged postal stamps control law Unused postal stamps or government postcards Forged revenue stamps control law Government issued revenue stamps, and

Currency similarity securities Control Law Private issued securities (stock, draft, check,

[Originals protected by the copyright]

It is prohibited to copy such originals as book, music, paintings, printed copy, maps, drawings, movie and pictures which are protected by the copyright, except for personnel or family use or similar purpose.

Currency (Bill, Money, Bank Note, etc.), Government issued Negotiable Instruments (National Bonds, Security, Local Debt Bonds, etc.) Foreign Currency or Foreign Negotiable Instruments

certificate stamps prescribed by Liquor Tax Act or Commodity Tax Act

goods ticket, etc.), commutation or book tickets

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1. 3 Features

KIP 600A has the following features.

Wide format image scanner

KIP 600A is available for various sized originals.

11 – 36” (257 - 914mm) in width

8.5” – 75 feet (210mm – 25,000mm) in length.

High speed scanning

KIP 600A provides quick scan operation (65mm/s in monochrome / grayscale, 22mm/s in color on 600 dpi).

High resolution scanner head

KIP 600A’s 600dpi CIS enables clear and high quality color / monochrome images.

Space-saving

KIP 600A is a small footprint component to fit on most of your preferred space.

Energy-saving

KIP 600A has Power Saving Mode for reduced power consumption.

Copier Features

• Easy Touch screen control panel

• Collated Sets copying

• Real-time image preview

• Recall/reprint previous jobs

• 600 x 600DPI copy quality

• Integrated Accounting and Reports for all copying, network printing, scanning

• Network ready copier

• Simple Operator assistance for every day tasks (toner replacement procedure)

• Image stamping

• Information center displays all support information, meter readings, and serial number.

• Color copy to third party colour wide format inkjet devices (Optional)

Scan-to-File Features (Optional)

• Scan directly to PDF, TIF Group 4, Cals Group 4

• Scan to file to FTP, LAN location or personal inbox on the KIP 5000

• Selected resolution – up to 600 DPI optical

• Automatic original size recognition

• Retrieve scanned image files with KIP Request

• Scan to color (Optional)

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1. 4 Specifications

Model KIP 600A Scanning method Sheet through type Reading sensor Contact Image Sensor

(for A4 size x 5 pieces in staggered arrangement) Light source LED (R/G/B) Setting Face up Starting point of scan Center Original width 11 - 36” / 257 - 914mm Original thickness 0.05 - 1.6mm Margin 3.5 to 4.5mm from leading / trailing edge Color mode Monochrome : Binary

Grayscale : 4 bit / 8 bit

Color : 24 bit Scanning speed (on 600 dpi)

Resolution 600dpi Interface USB 2.0 (Maximum: 5VDC) Input power Voltage: 100 - 240VAC

Monochrome : 65mm/s

Grayscale : 65mm/s

Color : 22mm/s

Current: 1A (at 100V)

Frequency: 50/60Hz

NOTE

KIP 600A accepts the inlet voltages of 100 to 240VAC without additional voltage transformation.

Power consumption 60W maximum Environmental conditions 10-32 degrees centigrade, 20-80%RH (Non condensing) Acoustic noise 60 db or less (during 65mm/s scan operation) Outer dimension 1,097mm (Width) x 408mm (Depth) x 170mm (Height)

or 43” (Width) x 16” (Depth) x 7” (Height) Weight Approximately 26kg (57.4 lbs)

NOTE

These specifications are subject to change without notice.

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1. 5 Appearance

1. 5. 1 Front View

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No. Part Name Function

1 Top Cover Scan originals.

Opened when cleaning or misfeed. 2 Original Tray Receives an ejected original. 3 Original Table Used to place an original. 4 Original Guide Guides an original to the scanner straight. 5 Lever Locks Top Cover. 6 Eject Guide Prevents an ejected original from misfeed.

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1. 5. 2 Rear view

No. Part Name Function

1 USB Terminal Connects to the printer through a USB cable.

(Maximum: 5VDC) 2 Main Power Switch Turns KIP 600A on / off. 3 AC Inlet Connects the power cord.

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1. 5. 3 Operation Panel

READY

ERROR

EJECT

STOP

No. Part Name Function

1 Power Button Turns KIP 600A on / off.

Lighting: turned on

Not lighting: turned off

Blinking: Power Saving Mode 2 READY LED Lighting: ready to scan

Not lighting: ready to start scanning the placed original 3 ERROR LED Lighting: some significant errors may occur

Blinking:

x an original is left on the KIP 600’s startup x the STOP key is pressed during scan x an original is misfed

4 EJECT Key Ejects the original. 5 STOP Key Stops the original during scan.

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1. 6 Specifications for Scan Originals

Scan originals must satisfy the following specifications. (Both the image quality and original feeding are guaranteed.)

Thickness 0.05 - 0.65mm Width 11 - 36” / 257-914mm Length 8.5” – 75 Ft / 210 -25,000mm

Reference

A thicker original than 0.65mm (Max. 1.6mm) is available to scan. However we will not guaranteed the image quality or original feeding for such originals.

Do not scan the following kinds of originals. The original or the scanner may damage.

Wet (wet ink)

Metal or fabric material

Clipped or stapled

Wet

Metal Fabric

KIP KIP

Clipped Stapled

KIP KIP

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Pasted With a carrier sheet, it is

possible to scan.

Paste

Patched With a carrier sheet, it is

possible to scan.

Torn With a carrier sheet, it is

possible to scan.

Folded (especially at leading edge)

Not square With a carrier sheet, it is

With a carrier sheet, it is

possible to scan.

KIP KIP

Excessively curled (a diameter of 50 mm or less)

With a carrier sheet, it is

possible to scan.

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Rough surface (Carbon paper for example)

Punched With a carrier sheet, it is

Extremely thin and soft With a carrier sheet, it is

Transparent With a carrier sheet, it is

With a carrier sheet, it is

Rough surface

possible to scan.

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1. 7 Options

Please contact your Authorized Reseller for the following options available for the KIP System:

1) Scan Monochrome

Adds the functions of scan to file in monochrome to local drives or FTP sites in a variety of file formats.

2) Color Copy / Color Scanning

Adds the advanced functions of color copy to third party device (with a simple closed loop calibration) and color scan to file.

3) PDF / PS Printing

Allows direct PDF and Postscript file format printing from various applications including Request (See KIP printer’s manual.)

4) Print Tray - Slant Stacker KIP 200

To accommodate a larger quantity of prints than the standard rear print tray a rearward stacking system is available (See KIP printer’s manual.).

5) Print Tray - KIP 300 Vertical Stacker

This device separates A, B and C sizes from D and E documents. It can hold up to 250 documents (See KIP printer’s manual.).

(for KIP Printer)

6) Print Tray - KIP 1200

This device is a horizontal stacker that holds in excess of 500 documents of various sizes (See KIP printer’s manual.).

7) Folding (KIPFold)

For fan and crossfold functions as a copier, or network printer (See KIP printer’s manual.).

All options and accessories are subject to change without notice. Please contact your local Authorized Reseller for details on current available options.

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Chapter 2 Basic Operation

2. 1 Turning on KIP 600A

1. Plug the power cord to a dedicated outlet.

WARNING

• Do not handle the power plug with a wet hand. It may result in receiving an electrical shock.

• Be sure to ground the machine.

• Use a dedicated outlet for KIP 600A. Many loads on a single outlet may cause

overheating and result in a fire.

• The outlet must satisfy the following conditions;

100-120VAC/200-240VAC, 50/60Hz, 1A or higher

2. Press “I” side of the Power Switch (1) on the rear.

Press this side

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3. Press the Power Button (2). 2

READY

ERROR

EJECT

STOP

4. The Power Button (2), READY LED (3) and ERROR LED (4) light for 10 seconds.

READY

ERROR

EJECT

STOP

5. READY LED (3) and ERROR LED (4) go off and READY LED (3) will light again soon.

KIP 600A is ready with READY LED (3) on.

READY

ERROR

EJECT

STOP

READY

ERROR

EJECT

STOP

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2. 2 Turning off KIP 600A

1. Press the Power Button (1).

2. The Power Button (1) goes off when KIP 600A is turned off.

NOTE

Wait at least 5 seconds for turning on KIP 600A again.

3. When KIP 600A is not to be used for an extended period of time, press “O” side of the Power

Switch (2) on the rear.

READY

ERROR

EJECT

STOP

Press this side

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2. 3 Positioning Original

1. Slide Original Guides (1) to align them to the original width.

2. Place an original facing up on Original Table.

Insert the leading edge to Top Cover along with Original Guides.

NOTE

x Align an original to Original Guides to avoid skewing.

x Position an original in the center of Original Table. Not doing so may result in skewing.

x Do not place any objects except originals on Original Table. The scanner may catch

such objects and result in damage.

x When scanning originals as follows, removing Original Trays is recommended.

Original Trays may damage such object.

x Original in a carrier sheet x Tough original (cannot be transported along with Original Tray)

Æ See [2. 6 Removing Original Tray].

x If the scanner does not carry an original,

x Wipe Sensors and remove dust on them. Æ See [4. 1. 2 Sensors]. x Check USB connection.

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3. READY LED (2) goes off. KIP 600A starts scanning.

(See later sections for copy / scan operation.)

READY

ERROR

EJECT

STOP

Reference

Use a carrier sheet (option) for the following kinds of originals. (Such original with a carrier sheet is not guaranteed to be carried properly.)

NOTE

Handle a carrier sheet carefully. A damaged one may cause a poor scan image.

When scanning an original in a carrier sheet, remove Original Tray. Otherwise, the original may damage. For more detail, see [2. 6 Removing Original Tray].

[How to use a carrier sheet]

Put an original into a carrier sheet, place the original so that its face can be seen through the transparent film. Then, insert the carrier sheet as in normal operation.

For the following kinds of original, using the carrier sheet is recommended.

Pasted

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Reference

Patched

Torn

Folded (especially at leading edge)

Not square

Extremely curled (Less than 50mm in diameter)

(Continued)

KIP KIP

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Reference

Rough surface

Extremely thin and soft Transparent

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2. 4 Canceling the Current Scan

1. Press the STOP key (1) during the scan. ERROR LED (2) blinks and the original stops.

The STOP button on the KIP printer’s UI is available as well (in that case the original may be ejected automatically).

2. If the original stops, lift up the Top Cover (3) and remove the original by hand.

See [3.1 Original Misfeed] on the page 1-23.

READY

ERROR

EJECT

STOP

READY

ERROR

EJECT

STOP

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2. 5 Canceling Power Saving Mode

KIP 600A will enter Power Saving Mode if left inactive for 13 minutes.

The Power Button (1) blinks during Power Saving Mode.

READY

ERROR

EJECT

STOP

To cancel Power Saving Mode,

• Press any of the Power / EJECT / STOP keys.

• Or insert an original.

When cancelled, the Power Button (1), READY LED (2) and ERROR LED (3) light for 10 seconds.

READY

ERROR

EJECT

STOP

The READY LED (2) and ERROR LED (3) go off and READY LED (2) will light again soon. KIP 600A is ready with READY LED (2) on.

READY

ERROR

EJECT

STOP

READY

ERROR

EJECT

STOP

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2. 6 Removing Original Tray

NOTE

When scanning originals as follows, removing Original Tray is recommended. Original Trays may damage such object.

[Removing]

1. Remove Original Trays (1).

[Reinstalling]

1. Attach Original Trays (1) to the notches on the rear.

• Original in a carrier sheet

• Tough original (cannot be transported along with Original Tray)

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Chapter 3 Troubleshooting

3. 1 Original Misfeed

If the Scanner carries an original incorrectly, the original should be removed by hand.

CAUTION

Be careful not to catch a finger in Top Cover.

1. Pull Levers (1) upward to lift up Top Cover (2).

Lift until it locks in the open position.

2. Carefully pull the original from the front and remove it.

If cannot, pull it from the rear.

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3. Press down Top Cover (2) gently.

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