Kyocera FS-1010 Operation Guide
Table of Contents
Page Printer
Operation Guide
Caution
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Notice on Software
SOFTWARE USED WITH THIS PRINTER MUST SUPPORT THE PRINTER’S EMULATION MODE. The printer is factory-set to
emulate the PCL. The emulation mode can be changed by following the procedures described in Chapter 1 .
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This product was developed using the Tornado™ Real Time Operating System and Tools from Wind River Systems.
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Cautions for Toner Handling
• Do not incinerate the toner and toner containers. Dangerous sparks may cause burn.
• Never open the toner container or waste toner box.
• Make sure not to inhale the toner, and not to rub your eyes or touch your mouth with the hands stained with the toner. And make
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• Keep away the toner container from children.
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Contents
Introduction ...............................................................................................viii
Guide to the Manuals ..................................................................................................................................... ix
Guide to the Operation Guide......................................................................................................................... x
Chapter 1
1.1 Operator Panel....................................................................................................................................... 1-2
1.1.1 Indicators...................................................................................................................................... 1-3
1.1.2 Keys............................................................................................................................................... 1-3
1.2 KM-NET Remote Operation Panel Utility ........................................................................................... 1-7
1.2.1 Requirements ............................................................................................................................... 1-7
1.2.2 Installing the Remote Operation Panel ......................................................................................1-8
1.3 Configuring the Printer ....................................................................................................................... 1-12
1.3.1 Basic Settings for the Remote Operation Panel ....................................................................... 1-12
1.3.2 Connecting the Remote Operation Panel Utility to the Printer.............................................. 1-15
1.3.3 Menu Items................................................................................................................................. 1-16
1.4 Paper..................................................................................................................................................... 1-17
1.4.1 Number of Copies to be Printed ................................................................................................ 1-17
1.4.2 Page Orientation ........................................................................................................................ 1-18
1.4.3 Paper Source............................................................................................................................... 1-19
1.4.4 Paper Size................................................................................................................................... 1-20
1.4.5 Media Type Settings for Paper Sources .................................................................................... 1-22
1.4.6 Paper Source Properties ............................................................................................................ 1-24
1.4.7 Setting the Weight of the Custom Paper Type ......................................................................... 1-25
1.5 Printer Environment ........................................................................................................................... 1-27
1.5.1 Setting the Print Density of the Custom Paper Type .............................................................. 1-27
1.5.2 KIR.............................................................................................................................................. 1-29
1.5.3 EcoPrint ...................................................................................................................................... 1-30
1.5.4 Resolution ................................................................................................................................... 1-31
1.5.5 Form Feed Timeout .................................................................................................................... 1-32
1.5.6 Sleep Mode.................................................................................................................................. 1-33
1.5.7 Sleep Time .................................................................................................................................. 1-34
1.5.8 Emulation ................................................................................................................................... 1-35
1.5.9 Serial Interface Parameters ...................................................................................................... 1-37
1.5.10 Network Interface Card Properties.........................................................................................1-39
1.5.11 RAM Disk ................................................................................................................................. 1-40
1.5.12 Checking Toner Container Remain......................................................................................... 1-42
1.5.13 Remote Operation Panel Display Language........................................................................... 1-43
Basic Settings and Operations............................................... 1-1
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1.6 Other Settings..................................................................................................................................... 1-45
1.6.1 Printer Properties ...................................................................................................................... 1-45
1.6.2 Password for the Printer............................................................................................................ 1-46
1.6.3 Printer Memory Status .............................................................................................................. 1-48
1.6.4 Host Buffer ................................................................................................................................. 1-49
1.6.5 Adding an Asset Number to the Printer ................................................................................... 1-51
1.6.6 Displaying the Resource List..................................................................................................... 1-52
1.6.7 Sending PRESCRIBE Commands to the Printer .................................................................... 1-53
Chapter 2
2.1 Installing the Printer Driver................................................................................................................. 2-2
2.1.1 Using Perallel/Serial Interfaces .................................................................................................. 2-2
2.1.2 Using USB Interface .................................................................................................................... 2-9
2.2 Setting Up the Default Properties ...................................................................................................... 2-16
2.2.1 Using the Option Paper Feeder ................................................................................................. 2-16
2.2.2 Selecting the Page Description Language ................................................................................ 2-17
2.3 Printing from Windows Applications.................................................................................................. 2-19
2.3.1 Basic Printing Task.................................................................................................................... 2-19
2.3.2 Setting Custom Paper Size ........................................................................................................ 2-21
2.3.3 Advanced Media Settings .......................................................................................................... 2-23
2.3.4 Printing Multiple Pages per Sheet............................................................................................ 2-29
2.3.5 Changing the Size of the Document ..........................................................................................2-31
2.3.6 Printing on Both Sides of Paper (Manual Duplex) ................................................................... 2-32
2.3.7 Changing the Resolution ........................................................................................................... 2-36
2.3.8 Adjusting Grayscale ................................................................................................................... 2-38
2.3.9 TrueType Fonts .......................................................................................................................... 2-39
Chapter 3
3.1 Toner Container Replacement .............................................................................................................. 3-2
3.1.1 Toner Container Replacement Interval ...................................................................................... 3-2
3.1.2 Replenishing Toner ...................................................................................................................... 3-3
Using the Printer Software ..................................................... 2-1
Maintenance ........................................................................... 3-1
3.2 Cleaning ................................................................................................................................................. 3-6
3.2.1 Printer Interior............................................................................................................................. 3-6
Chapter 4
4.1 General Guide ........................................................................................................................................ 4-2
4.2 Print Quality Problems ......................................................................................................................... 4-3
4.3 Indicators ............................................................................................................................................... 4-5
4.3.1 Maintenance Messages ................................................................................................................ 4-6
4.3.2 Errors Requiring Service Personnel Attention........................................................................... 4-8
4.3.3 Error Messages........................................................................................................................... 4-11
4.3.4 Normal Indicator Display .......................................................................................................... 4-13
Troubleshooting ...................................................................... 4-1
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4.4 Correcting a Paper Jam....................................................................................................................... 4-14
4.4.1 Jam at the Face-down and Face-up Trays ................................................................................ 4-14
4.4.2 Jam at the Paper Cassette......................................................................................................... 4-15
4.4.3 Jam Inside the Printer............................................................................................................... 4-15
Chapter 5
5.1 General Guidelines ................................................................................................................................ 5-2
5.1.1 Paper Availability......................................................................................................................... 5-2
5.1.2 Paper Specifications ..................................................................................................................... 5-2
5.2 Selecting the Right Paper...................................................................................................................... 5-3
5.3 Special Paper.......................................................................................................................................... 5-7
5.3.1 Transparency (overhead projection film) ....................................................................................5-7
5.3.2 Adhesive-Backed Labels .............................................................................................................. 5-8
5.4 Paper Type ........................................................................................................................................... 5-11
Appendix A
A.1 Internal Fonts........................................................................................................................................A-2
A.2 List of Fonts...........................................................................................................................................A-3
A.2.1 Internal Scalable and Bitmap Fonts and KPDL Fonts..............................................................A-3
Appendix B
B.1 Available Options ................................................................................................................................. B-2
B.2 Expansion Memory Installation.......................................................................................................... B-3
Paper Selection....................................................................... 5-1
Fonts ....................................................................................... A-1
Options .................................................................................... B-1
B.3 Memory (CompactFlash) Card ............................................................................................................ B-8
B.4 Network Interface Card ..................................................................................................................... B-10
Appendix C
C.1 Parallel Interface.................................................................................................................................. C-2
C.1.1 Parallel Interface Communication Modes................................................................................. C-2
C.1.2 Interface Signals......................................................................................................................... C-2
C.2 USB Interface....................................................................................................................................... C-6
C.2.1 Specifications .............................................................................................................................. C-6
C.2.2 Interface Signals......................................................................................................................... C-6
C.3 Serial Interface (Option) ...................................................................................................................... C-7
C.3.1 RS-232C Interface ...................................................................................................................... C-7
C.3.2 RS-422A Interface ...................................................................................................................... C-8
C.4 RS-232C/RS-422A Protocol ................................................................................................................ C-10
C.4.1 PRESCRIBE FRPO D0 Command .......................................................................................... C-11
Host Computer Interface ........................................................ C-1
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C.5 RS-232C Cable Connection ................................................................................................................ C-12
C.5.1 Obtain a Suitable RS-232C Cable ........................................................................................... C-12
C.5.2 Connecting the Printer to the Computer ................................................................................ C-12
Appendix D
Printer Specifications .................................................................................................................................. D-2
Appendix E
Printer Specifications ............................................................. D-1
Glossary .................................................................................. E-1
Index .................................................................................................. Index-1
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Introduction
The Kyocera Mita page printer has many desirable features, such as
EcoPrint function that reduces the power consumption and Auto Media Type
Selection function that selects automatically media before print.
This section explains the following topics:
•••• Guide to the Manuals
Guide to the Manuals
Guide to the ManualsGuide to the Manuals
•••• Guide to the Operation Guide
Guide to the Operation Guide
Guide to the Operation GuideGuide to the Operation Guide
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Guide to the Manuals
Item
Item Description
ItemItem
Installation Guide
(paper manual)
Operation Guide
(this manual)
PRESCRIBE Programming
Manual
PDF417 Two-Dimensional
Bar Code Implementation
Manual
Description
DescriptionDescription
Describes procedures from printer setup to printing a
test page.
Guides you through topics concerning the operations
and maintenance of the printer.
Describes how to use the PRESCRIBE commands and
their parameters in detail for experienced users.
Includes a PDF417 overview and explains
PRESCRIBE commands for use with two-dimensional
barcodes.
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Guide to the Operation Guide
This
Operation Guide
Chapter 1 Basic Settings and Operations
This chapter describes the names and functions of the keys and indicators
on top of the printer. Further, it explains how to make printer settings
using the KM-NET Remote Operation Panel utility contained on the
Kyocera Mita Digital Library CD-ROM supplied with the printer.
Chapter 2 Using the Printer Software
This chapter explains how to install the printer driver, and how to print
from applications.
Chapter 3 Maintenance
This chapter explains how to replace the toner container and how to care
for your printer.
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting
This chapter explains how to handle printer problems that may occur, such
as paper jams.
guides you through the following topics:
Chapter 5 Paper Selection
This chapter explains the types of paper that can be used with the printer.
Appendix A Fonts
This appendix explains about and lists the printer’s internal fonts.
Appendix B Options
This appendix explains available options, how to expand the printer’s
memory, and also how to install the memory card and the network
interface card.
Appendix C Host Computer Interface
This appendix describes the pin assignment and specifications for the
printer’s parallel interface, USB interface, and optional serial interface.
Appendix D Printer Specifications
This appendix lists the printer’s specifications.
Appendix E Glossary
This appendix explains the terminology used in this guide.
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Chapter 1
Basic Settings and
Operations
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This chapter explains the following topics:
•••• Operator Panel
Operator Panel
Operator PanelOperator Panel
•••• KM-NET Remote Operation Panel Utility
KM-NET Remote Operation Panel Utility
KM-NET Remote Operation Panel UtilityKM-NET Remote Operation Panel Utility
•••• Configuring the Printer
Configuring the Printer
Configuring the PrinterConfiguring the Printer
••••Paper
Paper
PaperPaper
•••• Printer Environment
Printer Environment
Printer EnvironmentPrinter Environment
••••Other Settings
Other Settings
Other SettingsOther Settings
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1.1 Operator Panel
The operator panel on top of the printer consists of four indicators and two
keys. The four indicators light, flash, and go off in combination, indicating
the printer’s status. The keys perform operations, such as canceling data,
switching the printer mode between online and offline status, and printing
status pages.
Operator Panel
1
2
3
4
5
Note
6
The numbers used in the above figure are referred to in the “Reference”
column of the table on the following page.
1-2
Operator Panel
1.1.1 Indicators
Reference
Reference Name
ReferenceReference
1 Ready indicator
2 Data indicator
3 Attention
4Toner indicator
Name Status
NameName
(Green)
(Green)
indicator
(Red)
Refer to the following table for the name and description of each indicator.
The same indicator can have a variety of meanings, depending on the speed
at which it is flashing. For details, see
Status Meaning
StatusStatus
Lit Indicates online status (printing is possible).
Flashing • An error has occurred, but printing resumes when the
Off Printing has stopped because an error has occurred.
Lit The printer is processing data.
Flashing The printer is receiving data.
Lit The printer cover is open.
Flashing • A paper jam has occurred.
Off The printer status is normal.
Lit The printer has stopped because the toner is exhausted.
Flashing The toner is running low.
Meaning
MeaningMeaning
key is pressed.
• Offline status. You cannot print, but the printer can receive
data.
• The printer is in sleep mode.
• The paper cassette is not inserted properly or the paper has
run out.
Chapter 4
Chapter 4
Chapter 4Chapter 4
.
(Red)
1.1.2 Keys
Refer to the following table for the name and description of the basic
functions of each key.
Reference
Reference Name
ReferenceReference
5 key
6 key
*: For a full description of the standard status page, see the next page. The service status page is used for service purposes.
Name Function
NameName
(Cancel key)
(Go key)
Function
FunctionFunction
Cancels printing in progress when pressed for 1 second or more.
• Switches between online and offline when pressed for less than 3 seconds.
• Depending on the error message displayed on the KM-NET Remote Operation
Panel, there are cases where operation will continue after pressing this key. If
such a message appears, operation resumes when this key is pressed.
• Prints a standard status page* when pressed for 3 seconds or more and less
than 10 seconds.
• Prints a service status page when pressed for 10 seconds or more.
1-3
The following is the printout of a typical standard status page. Its contents
are explained in detail on the next page.
Hardware Information
STATUS PAGE
Firmware Version: Released:
Memory
Operator Panel
FS-1010 Page Printer
1
10
2
Page Information
3
4
Network Status
Installed Options
Emulation
5
6
7
Error Log
Toner Gauge
8
9
0
Interfaces
100
11
KIR Test pattern ON
Items and values on the status page may vary depending on the printer’s
firmware version.
Note
1-4
Operator Panel
1 — Software Version
This information shows the software (firmware) version and date of issue
of the printer.
2 — Hardware Information
This information shows the currently selected paper source (indicated by
an asterisk), paper size, and various other printer settings.
3 — Page Information
This information shows the currently selected resolution, number of copies
printed to date, and the total page count.
4 — Network Status
This shows the IP address, Subnet Mask address, Default Gateway
address and other settings for the network interface card installed in the
printer.
5 — Memory
This information shows the amount of total memory installed in the
printer, the amount of currently available memory, and the current status
of the RAM disk (see page
6 — Installation Options
This shows the option(s) currently installed in the printer.
7 — Emulation
This shows all available emulations and the currently selected emulation
(marked with an asterisk). The printer is shipped from the factory with
PCL 6 emulation selected.
8 — Error Log
This shows the last three instances of the following six types of errors,
listed in order of occurrence: KPDL Error Press GO; Memory overflow
Press GO; Print overrun Press GO; File not found Press GO;
MemoryCard err Press GO; RAM disk error Press GO. (These are
displayed on the computer screen when using Remote Operation Panel.)
The most recent error is displayed on the top line of the Error Log. For
error remedies, see
printer’s power is turned off.
1-40
1-40
1-40 1-40
Chapter 4
Chapter 4
Chapter 4Chapter 4
).
. Error information is cleared when the
1-5
Operator Panel
9 — Toner Gauge
This shows the approximate level of remaining toner. When the value is
100, the toner container is full. The closer to 0, the smaller the amount of
remaining toner.
10 — Interface Information
This information shows all interfaces installed in the printer and the
currently selected interface (marked with an asterisk).
The Font section shows the font that is automatically selected when the
printer starts up (default font). It is possible to set different default fonts
for each interface.
11 — KIR Test Pattern
This shows the KIR test pattern. You can confirm whether KIR is on or off.
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KM-NET Remote Operation Panel Utility
1.2 KM-NET Remote Operation Panel Utility
The KM-NET Remote Operation Panel utility is provided on the Kyocera
Mita Digital Library CD-ROM supplied with the printer. You can install the
KM-NET Remote Operation Panel on a computer that runs under Windows
95/98/Me or Windows NT 4.0/2000 operating systems, and use it to change
basic printer settings, monitor the current printer status, and display error
messages (such as paper jam warnings) on the computer screen.
1.2.1 Requirements
The Remote Operation Panel utility is designed to run under Windows 95/
98/Me or Windows NT 4.0/2000 operating systems. With Windows 95/98/
Me it can be used with either local (parallel or serial) or network (TCP/IP
or IPX/SPX) connection. With Windows NT 4.0/2000 it can only be used
over a network.
• The Remote Operation Panel utility does not run under any other
operating systems.
Note
• The Remote Operation Panel utility provided on the Kyocera Mita
Digital Library CD-ROM supplied with the printer is for use only with
the Kyocera Mita FS-1010 KX printer driver. Printing problems may
occur if it is used in combination with any other printer driver.
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1.2.2 Installing the Remote Operation Panel
When you insert the Kyocera Mita Digital Library CD-ROM supplied with
the printer into your computer, the setup screen is automatically displayed.
To install the Remote Operation Panel, follow the on-screen instructions.
Set the Kyocera Mita Digital Library CD-ROM in your computer’s
1
CD-ROM drive.
After a few moments, the License Agreement window opens.
If this screen does not appear, click the Windows Start button and select
Run. Type the following in the Command Line text box:
Note
[CD drive letter]:\setup
Click the OK button. After a few moments, the License Agreement
window appears.
Click View License Agreement. The License Agreement PDF opens.
2
Read the terms and conditions.
KM-NET Remote Operation Panel Utility
If you do not have Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer,
the following dialog box will open. Click the Yes button and install it.
Close the License Agreement PDF. On the previous License
3
Agreement window, click Accept to accept the agreement. After a
few moments, the Main Menu appears.
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KM-NET Remote Operation Panel Utility
Click on Printer Utilities, then click on Install Remote Operation
4
Panel to start Remote Operation Panel utility installation.
Starting the Remote Operation Panel
Once you have installed the Remote Operation Panel, click the Windows
Start button, then click Remote Operation Panel from Programs >
KYOCERA MITA > km-net. The Remote Operation Panel starts.
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Note
KM-NET Remote Operation Panel Utility
Remote Operation Panel Start-up Screen
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1
2
8
3 4 5
Functions of the Remote Operation Panel Utility
The following table explains the names and function of the parts of the
Remote Operation Panel utility.
• The numbers appearing in the figure above are referred to in the
‘Reference Number’ column of the table below.
• The explanations of messages appearing in this manual are based on
the premise that the printer is used over a network. Accordingly, the
explanations include some messages that do not appear when the
printer is used locally.
Reference
Reference
Reference Reference
Number
Number
NumberNumber
1 Message display The printer status is displayed on the upper line (1) and the following
2 Displays a suitable icon according to the printer’s status.
Name
Name Function
NameName
(1) (3)(4)
(2)
Function
FunctionFunction
information is displayed on the lower lines.
(2) Active interface
PAR: Standard bi-directional parallel interface
SER: Optional serial interface (RS-232C/422A)
OPT: Optional network interface
(3) Paper size of the currently selected paper cassette
(4) Paper type of the currently selected paper cassette
When an error occurs, details of the error are displayed on the upper
and lower lines.
: The printer is ready to print.
: The paper is exhausted or the cassette is not installed
properly. Load more paper or close the cassette properly.
: A paper jam has occurred. Refer to section
Paper Jam
Paper Jam
Paper Jam Paper Jam
: Toner is running low or is exhausted. Replace with a new
toner container. See section
Replacement
Replacement
Replacement Replacement
on page
on page
4.4 Correcting a
4.4 Correcting a
4.4 Correcting a 4.4 Correcting a
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and remove the jammed paper.
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3.1 Toner Container
3.1 Toner Container
3.1 Toner Container 3.1 Toner Container
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3-2
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: An error has occurred. Refer to the message displayed. See
4.3 Indicators
section
4.3 Indicators
4.3 Indicators 4.3 Indicators
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KM-NET Remote Operation Panel Utility
Reference
Reference
Reference Reference
Number
Number
NumberNumber
3 SET UP button This allows you to make the following basic settings for the Remote
4 CONNECT button This allows you to select the type of connection between the printer
5 HELP button Displays help messages.
6 GO button This button appears only when the printer is connected to the
7 MENU button This is used to change various printer settings from the Remote
Name
Name Function
NameName
Function
FunctionFunction
Operation Panel utility:
• Status polling
• Error notification
• Virtual printer animation
1.3.1
1.3.1 Basic Settings for the
For details on these settings, see section
Remote Operation Panel
Remote Operation Panel
Remote Operation PanelRemote Operation Panel
and the computer — either local (via serial, parallel interface, or
USB) or network. For details, see section
Remote Operation Panel Utility to the Printer
Remote Operation Panel Utility to the Printer
Remote Operation Panel Utility to the PrinterRemote Operation Panel Utility to the Printer
computer via a network. It has the same function as the printer’s
key and does the following:
• Switches the printer online and offline, prints and feeds out one
page, and continues printing when Press GO error messages are
displayed on the Remote Operation Panel.
Operation Panel utility. See page
on page
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Basic Settings for the
1.3.1 1.3.1
Basic Settings for the Basic Settings for the
1.3.2
1.3.2 Connecting the
Connecting the
1.3.2 1.3.2
Connecting the Connecting the
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8 Printer image This virtual printer animation graphically indicates the printer’s
status. For example, when you open the printer’s top cover, the top
cover on the printer image also opens.
It may take several minutes for a change in status to be
reflected in the animation.
Note
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1.3 Configuring the Printer
This section explains how to set and confirm the printer’s configuration
from the Remote Operation Panel utility. The value set from the Remote
Operation Panel utility becomes the printer’s default setting. However,
when printing, the printer may automatically switch to another setting,
depending on the application software or printer driver settings.
1.3.1 Basic Settings for the Remote Operation Panel
Before operating the Remote Operation Panel, you can change settings for
polling, error notification, and whether you want to use the 3D virtual
printer to monitor the printer status.
Click the SETUP button on the start-up screen.
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Configuring the Printer
The KM-NET Remote Operation Panel dialog appears. Read the
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following explanations, then make the appropriate settings.
Status Polling
Enable Traps
Browse NIC Web Page button
Polling
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Configuring the Printer
Enable Traps (unsolicited notifications)
Enable Traps (unsolicited notifications)
Enable Traps (unsolicited notifications)Enable Traps (unsolicited notifications)
This allows the Remote Operation Panel utility to obtain and display
information about the printer, such as the open/closed state of the top
cover, that is output automatically by the network interface card in the
printer. This requires that the network output of status information by the
network interface card be enabled. To do this, click on the Browse NIC Web
Page button to call up SNMP trap notification from the network interface
card homepage.
Polling
Polling
PollingPolling
With Polling activated (check box checked), the Remote Operation Panel
utility logs itself onto the printer and automatically recognizes printer
changes at regular intervals. This duration of the interval can be
configured by moving the slider with the mouse. The default setting is 15
seconds. Polling must normally be left activated (check box checked).
Error notification
Each of the following functions are activated when the appropriate check
box is checked.
Audible Notification
Show on Taskbar
Always on top
These settings allow you to determine the way your computer notifies you
of errors:
Audible Notification
Audible Notification
Audible NotificationAudible Notification
A sound is played when an error occurs. Specify the .wav file to be used for
the sound by pressing the button on the right and browsing for the folder
that contains it.
Show on Taskbar
Show on Taskbar
Show on TaskbarShow on Taskbar
Error notification is given by displaying an icon on the task bar.
Always on top
Always on top
Always on topAlways on top
Error notification is given by a message that is displayed on top of all other
windows that may be currently open on the desktop.
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Configuring the Printer
Image
Show 3D image
Show 3D image
Show 3D image
Show 3D imageShow 3D image
This displays the 3D virtual printer for monitoring the printer status. You
can select the position of the animation in reference to the Remote
Operation Panel utility, as well as the motion of the animation from Static,
Rotating, and Random.
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Configuring the Printer
1.3.2 Connecting the Remote Operation Panel Utility to the Printer
The Remote Operation Panel utility can be used whenever the printer is
connected to the computer via the parallel or serial interface or through a
network interface (TCP/IP or IPX/SPX). To establish the connection to the
printer, proceed as follows:
Click the CONNECT button on the start-up screen.
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On the connection wizard:
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a. Click Local Printer to connect to a locally attached printer.
b. Click Network Printer to connect to a network printer.
Local Printer
Network Printer
Depending on the connection type you have chosen above, follow the
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instructions displayed by the wizard.
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1.3.3 Menu Items
Configuring the Printer
When you click the MENU button on the KM-NET Remote Operation
Panel utility, the printer menu as shown on the left appears. (This
screen is an example only, and the entire menu is not actually
displayed.) You can display current settings by clicking each item. The
contents displayed will vary depending on the optional devices installed
and whether the connection is through a network or local (through a
parallel or serial interface).
If you have set a password for the Remote Operation Panel
utility, a password prompt appears. Enter your password and
Note
click the OK button. The Menu dialog box appears.
For details on passwords, see section 1.6.2 Password for the
Printer on page 1-46.
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Paper
1.4 Paper
1.4.1 Number of Copies to be Printed
This sets the number of copies to be printed. The value set becomes the
default for the current interface. The default setting is 1.
Click the MENU button on the start-up screen.
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The Menu dialog box is displayed. Select and double click Page
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control, then click Copy count.
Page control
Copy count
Click the ▲ or ▼ button in the combo box on the right, or directly
3
input the number of copies you want to set in the combo box. You can
make settings up to 999.
Copy count
After you have input the number of copies, click the OK button to
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return to the start-up screen. The number of copies to be printed is
changed.
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1.4.2 Page Orientation
This sets the page orientation. The default setting is Portrait.
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2
Paper
Click the MENU button on the start-up screen.
The Menu dialog box appears. Select and double click Page control,
then click Orientation. Using the radio buttons on the right, select
either Portrait or Landscape as the page orientation.
Page control
Orientation
Orientation
After you have selected the orientation, click the OK button to return
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to the start-up screen.
Turn the printer’s power off and on again to make the new setting
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effective.
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Paper
1.4.3 Paper Source
This sets the paper source. The default setting is the printer’s cassette
(internal tray).
Click the MENU button on the start-up screen.
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The Menu dialog box appears. Select and double click Input Tray.
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Input Tray
Click the ▼ button next to the pull-down menu on the right side of
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the screen to display the available paper sources. Select the paper
source you want to set.
Current Feeder
After you have selected a paper source, click the OK button to return
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to the start-up screen. The default paper source is changed.
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