Kyocera FS-C5350DN User Manual
ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE
FS-C5350DN
Contents
1 Handling Paper
General Guidelines ..................................................................... 1-2
Selecting the Right Paper .......................................................... 1-4
Special Paper .............................................................................. 1-7
Paper Type ................................................................................ 1-13
Loading Paper ........................................................................... 1-14
2 Using the Operation Panel
General Information ................................................................... 2-2
Understanding the Operation Panel ......................................... 2-3
Keys ............................................................................................. 2-6
Using the Menu Selection System ............................................ 2-8
Setting a Mode Selection Menu ............................................... 2-10
Report Print ............................................................................... 2-11
USB Memory (USB memory selection) ................................... 2-17
Custom Box (Using a Custom Box) ........................................ 2-19
Job Box ..................................................................................... 2-23
Counter (Viewing the counter value) ...................................... 2-30
Paper Settings .......................................................................... 2-31
Print Settings ............................................................................ 2-39
Network (Network settings) ..................................................... 2-48
Device Common (Selecting/Setting the common device) .... 2-53
Security ..................................................................................... 2-66
Job Accounting (Job Accounting selection/setting) ............ 2-74
Admin (Administrator settings) ............................................... 2-81
Adjust/Maintenance (Adjust/Maintenance selection/setting) 2-84
3 Options
General Information ................................................................... 3-2
Expansion Memory Modules ..................................................... 3-3
General Description of Options ................................................ 3-5
4 Computer Interface
Interface ....................................................................................... 4-2
USB Interface .............................................................................. 4-2
Network Interface ....................................................................... 4-3
Glossary
Index
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INTRODUCTION
This guide has the following chapters:
1 Handling Paper
Explains how choose, handle and load paper.
2 Using the Operation Panel
Explains how to use the operation panel to configure the printer.
3 Options
Shows the available options.
4 Computer Interface
Describes the possible connections between the printer and your
computer.
Glossary
A Glossary of terms used is provided here.
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Conventions
This manual uses the following conventions:
Convention Description Example
Italic Typeface
Bold
Braket Bold
Note
Important
Caution
Warning
Used to emphasize a key word,
phrase or reference to additional
information.
Used to denote buttons on the
software.
Used to denote operation panel
keys.
Used to provide additional or useful
information about a function or
feature.
Used to provide important
information.
Cautions are statements that
suggest mechanical damage as a
result of an action.
Used to alert users to the possibility
of personal injury.
To replace the toner container, refer to Toner
Container Replacement on page 3-2.
To start printing, click OK.
Press [GO] to resume printing.
Note Check with your network
administrator for the network address
settings.
IMPORTANT Ensure paper is not folded,
curled, or damaged.
CAUTION Components inside the fuser
cover are hot. Do not touch it with your
hands as it may result in burn injury.
WARNING High voltage is present in the
charger section.
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1 Handling Paper
This chapter contains explanations on the following topics:
General Guidelines 1-2
Selecting the Right Paper 1-4
Paper Type 1-13
Loading Paper 1-14
Handling Paper 1-1
General Guidelines
The machine is designed to print on standard copier paper (the type used
in ordinary dry copier machines), but it can also accept a variety of other
types of paper within the limits specified below.
Note The manufacturer assumes no liability for problems that
occur when paper not satisfying these requirements is used.
Selection of the right paper is important. Using the wrong paper can result
in paper jams, curling, poor print quality, and paper waste, and in extreme
cases can damage the machine. The guidelines given below will increase
the productivity of your office by ensuring efficient, trouble-free printing
and reducing wear and tear on the machine.
Paper Availability
Most types of paper are compatible with a variety of machines. Paper
intended for xerographic copiers can also be used with the machine.
There are three general grades of paper: economy, standard, and premium. The
most significant difference between grades is the ease with which they pass
through the machine. This is affected by the smoothness, size, and moisture
content of the paper, and the way in which the paper is cut. The higher the grade
of paper you use, the less risk there will be of paper jams and other problems, and
the higher the level of quality your printed output will reflect.
Differences between paper from different suppliers can also affect the
machine’s performance. A high-quality printer cannot produce highquality results when the wrong paper is used. Low-priced paper is not
economical in the long run if it causes printing problems.
Paper in each grade is available in a range of basis weights (defined later).
The traditional standard weights are 60 to 120 g/m² (16 to 32 pounds).
Paper Specifications
The following table summarizes the basic paper specifications. Details
are given on the following pages.
Item Specification
Weight Cassette, PF-500 (optional): 60 to 120 g/m²
(16 to 32 lb/ream)
MP Tray, PF-510 (optional): 60 to 220 g/m²
(16 to 59 lb/ream)
Thickness 0.086 to 0.110 mm (3.4 to 4.3 mils)
Dimensions Refer to Paper Sizes on page 1-4
Dimensional accuracy ±0.7 mm (±0.0276 inches)
Squareness of corners 90° ±0.2°
Moisture content 4 % to 6 %
Direction of grain Long grain
Pulp content 80 % or more
1-2 Handling Paper
Minimum and Maximum Paper Sizes
105 mm
4-1/8 inches
148 mm 5-13/16 inches
216 mm
8-1/2 inches
356 mm
14 inches
Minimum
Paper Size
Maximum
Paper Size
Paper Cassette
70 mm
2-3/4 inches
138 mm
5-7/16 inches
Minimum
Paper Size
Maximum
Paper Size
MP Tray
216 mm
8-1/2 inches
356 mm
14 inches
The minimum and maximum paper sizes are as follows. For non standard
paper such as transparency, labels, vellum, cardstock, envelope, coated
and thick, the MP (Multi-Purpose) tray must be used.
Recommended Paper
The following products are recommended for use with the printer for
optimum performance.
Size Product Weight
Letter, Legal Hammermill LASER PRINT 90 g/m² (24 lb)
A4 NEUSIEDLER COLOR COPY 90 g/m²
Handling Paper 1-3
Selecting the Right Paper
This section describes the guidelines for selecting paper.
Condition
Avoid using paper that is bent at the edges, curled, dirty, torn, embossed,
or contaminated with lint, clay, or paper shreds.
Use of paper in these conditions can lead to illegible printing and paper
jams, and can shorten the life of the machine. In particular, avoid using
paper with a surface coating or other surface treatment. Paper should
have as smooth and even a surface as possible.
Composition
Do not use paper that has been coated or surface-treated and contains
plastic or carbon. The heat of fusing can cause such paper to give off
harmful fumes.
Bond paper should contain at least 80 % pulp. Not more than 20 % of the
total paper content should consist of cotton or other fibers.
Paper Sizes
Cassettes and the MP tray are available for the paper sizes listed in the
table below. For details, including the paper sizes for the paper feeder
(Optional paper feeder PF-500, PF-510) refer to Cassette (1 to 4) Size
(Setting the cassette paper size) on page 2-33.
The dimensional tolerances are ±0.7 mm (±0.0276 inches) for the length
and width. The angle at the corners must be 90° ±0.2°.
MP Tray Only Size
Env. Monarch 3-7/8 × 7-1/2 inches Legal 8-1/2 × 14 inches
Envelope #10 4-1/8 × 9-1/2 inches Letter 8-1/2 × 11 inches
Envelope #9 3-7/8 × 8-7/8 inches ISO A4 210 × 297 mm
Envelope #6 3-5/8 × 6-1/2 inches ISO A5 148 × 210 mm
Envelope DL 110 × 220 mm ISO A6 105 × 148 mm
JIS B6 128 × 182 mm Envelope C5 162 × 229 mm
Hagaki 100 × 148 mm ISO B5 176 × 250 mm
OufukuHagaki 148 × 200 mm JIS B5 182 × 257 mm
Youkei 2 114 × 162 mm Statement 5-1/2 × 8-1/2 inches
Youkei 4 105 × 235 mm Executive 7-1/4 × 10-1/2 inches
Cassette: 105 to 216 mm × 148 to 356 mm
Custom
MP Tray: 70 to 216 mm × 138 to 356 mm
(4-1/8 to 8-1/2 inches × 5-13/16 to 14 inches)
(2-3/4 to 8-1/2 inches × 5-7/16 to 14 inches)
Cassette or
MP Tray
Oficio II 8-1/2 × 13 inches
Folio 210 × 330 mm
16 kai 197 × 273 mm
Size
1-4 Handling Paper
Smoothness
The paper should have a smooth, uncoated surface. Paper with a rough
or sandy surface can cause voids in the printed output. Paper that is too
smooth can cause multiple feeding and fogging problems. (Fogging is a
gray background effect.)
Basis Weight
Basis weight is the weight of paper expressed in grams per square meter
(g/m²). Paper that is too heavy or too light may cause feed errors or paper
jams as well as premature wear of the product. Uneven weight of paper,
namely uneven paper thickness may cause multiple-sheet feeding or
print quality problems such as blurring because of poor toner fusing.
The recommended basis weight is:
Cassette: 60 to 120 g/m
MP tray: 60 to 220 g/m
PF-500 (optional): 60 to 120 g/m
PF-510 (optional): 60 to 220 g/m
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Paper Weight Equivalence Table
The paper weight is listed in pounds (lb) and metric grams per square
meter (g/m²). The shaded part indicates the standard weight.
U. S. Bond Weight (lb) Europe Metric Weight (g/m²)
16 60
17 64
20 75
21
80
22 81
24 90
27
100
28 105
32 120
34 128
36 135
39 148
42 157
43 163
47 176
53 199
Handling Paper 1-5
Thickness
The paper used with the machine should be neither extremely thick nor
extremely thin. If you are having problems with paper jams, multiple
feeds, and faint printing, the paper you are using may be too thin. If you
are having problems with paper jams and blurred printing the paper may
be too thick. The correct thickness is 0.086 to 0.110 mm (3.4 to 4.3 mils).
Moisture Content
Moisture content is defined as the percent ratio of moisture to the dry
mass of the paper. Moisture can affect the paper’s appearance, feed
ability, curl, electrostatic properties, and toner fusing characteristics.
The moisture content of the paper varies with the relative humidity in the
room. When the relative humidity is high and the paper absorbs moisture,
the paper edges expand, becoming wavy in appearance. When the
relative humidity is low and the paper loses moisture, the edges shrink
and tighten, and print contrast may suffer.
Wavy or tight edges can cause jams and alignment anomalies. The
moisture content of the paper should be 4 to 6 %.
To ensure correct moisture content, it is important to store the paper in a
controlled environment. Some tips on moisture control are:
• Store paper in a cool, dry location.
• Keep the paper in its wrapping as long as possible. Re-wrap paper
that is not in use.
• Store paper in its original carton. Place a pallet etc. under the carton
to separate it from the floor.
• After removing paper from storage, let it stand in the same room as
the machine for 48 hours before use.
• Avoid leaving paper where it is exposed to heat, sunlight, or damp.
Note When using coated paper, be aware that the sheets will
stick together in a very humid environment.
Paper Grain
When paper is manufactured, it is cut into sheets with the grain running
parallel to the length (long grain) or parallel to the width (short grain).
Short grain paper can cause feeding problems in the machine. All paper
used in the machine should be long grain.
Other Paper Properties
Porosity: Indicates the density of paper fiber.
Stiffness: Limp paper may buckle in the machine, resulting in paper
jams.
Curl: Most paper naturally tends to curl one way if left unpacked.
Electrostatic discharge: During the printing process the paper is
electrostatically charged to attract the toner. The paper must be able to
release this charge so that printed sheets do not cling together in the
Output Tray.
1-6 Handling Paper
Whiteness: The contrast of the printed page depends on the whiteness
of the paper. Whiter paper provides a sharper, brighter appearance.
Quality control: Uneven sheet size, corners that are not square, ragged
edges, welded (uncut) sheets, and crushed edges and corners can cause
the machine to malfunction in various ways. A quality paper supplier
should take considerable care to ensure that these problems do not
occur.
Packaging: Paper should be packed in a sturdy carton to protect it from
damage during transport. Quality paper obtained from a reputable
supplier is usually correctly packaged.
Note You might see the printer emitting steam in the area around
the top tray if you use damp paper, but it is safe to continue
printing.
Special Paper
The following types of special paper can be used:
Paper Type to be Used Paper Type to be Selected
Thin paper (60 to 64 g/m²) VELLUM
Thick paper (90 to 220 g/m²) THICK
Colored paper COLOR
Recycled paper RECYCLED
Overhead projector transparencies TRANSPARENCY
Postcards CARDSTOCK
Envelopes ENVELOPE
Label LABELS
Coated paper COATED
Use paper that is sold specifically for use with copiers or printers (heatfusing type). When using transparencies, labels, thin paper, envelopes,
postcards, or thick paper, feed the paper from the MP tray. For details,
refer to Paper Source (Selecting the paper feed source) on page 2-39.
Since the composition and quality of special paper vary considerably,
special paper is more likely than white bond paper to give trouble during
printing. No liability will be assumed if moisture and so forth given off
during printing on special paper causes harm to the machine or operator.
Note Before purchasing any type of special paper, test a sample
on the machine and check that printing quality is satisfactory.
Handling Paper 1-7
Transparency
Transparencies must be able to withstand the heat of fusing during the
printing process. The recommended transparency product is 3M CG3700
(Letter, A4).
The table below lists the specifications for transparency:
Item Specification
Tolerance of heat Must tolerate at least 190 °C (374 °F)
Thickness 0.100 to 0.110 mm (3.9 to 4.3 mils)
Material Polyester
Dimensional accuracy ±0.7 mm (±0.0276 inches)
Squareness of corners 90° ±0.2°
To prevent printing problems,
feed transparencies into the
printer one sheet at a time
from the MP tray. Always load
the transparencies vertically
(with the long edge towards
the printer).
If the transparencies have
rough edges on the back, it
may cause a paper jam.
Remove the rough edges,
reverse the sides or feed the
sheet from the opposite edge.
When unloading transparencies (e.g., for clearing jams), hold them
carefully by the edges to avoid leaving fingerprints on them.
1-8 Handling Paper
Labels
Top sheet (white
bond paper)
Adhesive
Carrier sheet
Top sheet
UnacceptableAcceptable
Carrier sheet
Labels must be fed from the MP tray or optional paper feeder PF-510.
The basic rule for printing on adhesive labels is that the adhesive must
never come into contact with any part of the machine. Adhesive paper
sticking to the drum or rollers will damage the machine.
Label paper has a structure
comprising of three layers, as
shown in the diagram. The top
sheet is printed on. The
adhesive layer consists of
pressure-sensitive adhesives.
The carrier sheet (also called
the linear or backing sheet)
holds the labels until used.
Due to the complexity of its
composition, adhesive-backed
label paper is particularly likely to give printing problems.
Adhesive label paper must be entirely covered by its top sheet, with no
spaces between the individual labels. Labels with spaces in between are
liable to peel off, causing serious paper jam problems.
Some label paper is manufactured with an extra margin of top sheet
around the edge. Do not remove the extra top sheet from the carrier sheet
until after printing is finished.
The table below lists the specifications for adhesive label paper.
Item Specification
Weight of top sheet 44 to 74 g/m² (12 to 20 lb/ream)
Composite weight 104 to 151 g/m² (28 to 40 lb/ream)
Thickness of top sheet 0.086 to 0.107 mm (3.9 to 4.2 mils)
Composite thickness 0.115 to 0.145 mm (4.5 to 5.7 mils)
Moisture content 4 to 6 % (composite)
Handling Paper 1-9
Postcards
Rough
Edge
Rough
Edge
Envelope Switch
Fan the stack of postcards and align the edges before loading them in the
MP tray. Make sure the postcards you are going to set are not curled.
Feeding curled postcards may cause paper jams.
Some postcards have rough
edges on the back (those are
created when the paper is cut).
In this case, put the postcards
on a flat place and rub the
edges with, for example, a ruler
to smooth them.
Envelopes
Slide the envelope switch to
envelope mode and print.
IMPORTANT Envelopes
cannot be printed in paper
mode. When printing plain
paper while the envelope
mode is selected, the printing
speed and quality will lower
than in paper mode.
Envelopes should always be
fed from the MP tray, with the
print-side down. If you use
envelopes quite often, we
recommend to use optional
paper feeder PF-510.
Since the composition of an
envelope is more complex than
that of ordinary paper, it is not
always possible to ensure
consistent printing quality over
the entire envelope surface.
Normally, envelopes have a diagonal grain direction. Refer to Paper
Grain on page 1-6. This direction can easily cause wrinkles and creases
when envelopes pass through the printer. Before purchasing envelopes,
make a test print to check whether the printer accepts the envelope.
• Do not use envelopes that have an encapsulated liquid adhesive.
• Avoid a long printing session for envelopes only. Extended envelope
printing can cause premature printer wear.
• If jams occur, try setting a lesser number of envelopes on the MP tray.
• To avoid jams caused by curled envelopes, stack no more than 10
printed envelopes on the top tray.
1-10 Handling Paper
Thick Paper
Fan the stack of paper and align the edges before loading them in the MP
tray. Some types of paper have rough edges on the back (those are
created when the paper is cut). In this case, put the paper on a flat place
and rub the edges once or twice with, for example, a ruler to smooth them.
Feeding rough edged paper may cause paper jams.
Note If the paper jams
even after you smooth
it out, load the paper in
the MP tray with the
leading edge raised up
a few millimeters as
shown in the
illustration.
If you use thick paper
quite often, we
recommend to use optional paper feeder PF-510.
Colored Paper
Colored paper should satisfy the same conditions as white bond paper,
refer to Paper Specifications on page 1-2. In addition, the pigments used
in the paper must be able to withstand the heat of fusing during the
printing process (up to 200 °C or 392 °F).
Note If you use colored paper quite often, we recommend to use
optional paper feeder PF-510.
Preprinted Paper
Preprinted paper should satisfy the same conditions as white bond paper,
refer to Paper Specifications on page 1-2. The preprinted ink must be able
to withstand the heat of fusing during the printing process, and must not
be affected by silicone oil. Do not use paper with any kind of surface
treatment, such as the type of paper commonly used for calendars.
Recycled Paper
Select recycled paper that meets the same specifications as the white
bond paper except for whiteness, refer to Paper Specifications on page
1-2.
Note Before purchasing recycled paper, test a sample on the
machine and check that the printing quality is satisfactory.
Coated Paper
Coated paper is created by treating the surface of the base paper with a
coating that provides higher printing quality than plain paper. Coated
paper is used for particularly high quality printing.
The surface of high-quality or medium-quality paper is coated with special
agents that improve ink adhesion by making the paper surface smoother.
These agents are used either to coat both sides of the paper or just one
side. The coated side appears slightly glossy.
Handling Paper 1-11
IMPORTANT When printing on coated paper in very humid
environments, ensure that the paper is kept dry as moisture may
cause sheets to stick together when they are fed into the printer.
Paper Type Indicators (Optional paper feeder PF-510)
If you are going to load non
standard paper in the optional
paper feeder PF-510, cut out
the blank section of the
attached paper type indicator
sheet, fold the remaining sheet
in half and insert it into the
cassette's display folder so
that the paper type symbol is
displayed.
• Envelopes
• Thick paper
• Labels
• Coated paper
1-12 Handling Paper
Paper Source
Paper Type
The printer is capable of printing under the optimum setting for the type of
paper being used.
Setting the paper type for the paper source from the printer’s operation
panel will cause the printer to automatically select the paper source and
print in the mode best suited to that type of paper.
A different paper type setting can be made for each paper source
including the MP tray. Not only can preset paper types be selected, but it
is also possible for you to define and select customized paper types.
Refer to Type Adjust (Creating custom paper type) on page 2-37. The
following types of paper can be used.
Paper Type
MP Tray
PLAIN Yes Yes Normal 2 Yes Yes
TRANSPARENCY Yes No Extra Heavy No No
PREPRINTED Yes Yes Normal 2 Yes Yes
LABELS Yes No Heavy 1 No Yes
BOND Yes Yes Normal 3 Yes Yes
RECYCLED Yes Yes Normal 2 Yes Yes
VELLUM Yes No Light No No
ROUGH Yes Yes Normal 3 Yes Yes
LETTERHEAD Yes Yes Normal 2 Yes Yes
COLOR Yes Yes Normal 2 Yes Yes
PREPUNCHED Yes Yes Normal 2 Yes Yes
ENVELOPE Yes No Heavy 2 No Yes
CARDSTOCK Yes No Heavy 1 No Yes
COATED Yes No Heavy 1 Yes Yes
Paper Cassette
Optional Paper
Feeder PF-500
Paper Weight Duplex Path
Optional Paper
Feeder PF-510
THICK Yes No Heavy 2 No Yes
HIGH QUALITY Yes Yes Normal 3 Yes Yes
CUSTOM 1 (to 8)
Yes: Can be stored No: Cannot be stored
†. This is a paper type defined and registered by the user. Up to eight types of user settings may be defined. For
details, refer toType Adjust (Creating custom paper type) on page 2-37.
†
Yes Yes Normal 2 Yes Yes
Handling Paper 1-13
Loading Paper
Paper Cassette
Paper Size Dial
Paper Size Window
The following explains the procedure for loading paper in the cassette
and the MP tray.
Loading Paper into the Cassette
1 Fan the media (paper/transparencies), then tap it on a level surface
to avoid media jams or skewed printing.
2 Pull the paper cassette all the way out of the printer.
3 Turn the paper size dial so that the size of the paper you are going to
use appears in the paper size window.
A4
Note When the paper size dial is set to Other the paper size
must be set into the printer on the operation panel. Refer to
Cassette (1 to 4) Size (Setting the cassette paper size) on
page 2-33.
1-14 Handling Paper
4 Pull the release lever of both side guides and slide to the desired
Release Lever
Paper Guides
Release Lever
Paper Stopper
Load Limit
paper size.
5 Pull the release lever and slide the paper stopper to the desired paper
size.
When using non-standard size paper, move the paper guides and
paper stopper all the way out, insert the paper, then adjust the paper
guides and paper stopper to the size of the paper. Adjust them so that
they are in light contact with the paper.
Standard paper sizes are marked on the inside of the paper cassette.
6 Slide the paper into the paper cassette.
Note Do not load more paper than will fit under the load limits
on the paper guides.
The paper cassette will hold approximately 500 sheets of 80
g/m² (21 lb.) paper with a thickness of 0.11 mm.
Handling Paper 1-15
7 Insert the paper cassette into the slot in the printer. Push it straight in
Paper Gauge
MP Tray
Subtray
as far as it will go.
There is a paper gauge on the right side of the front of the paper
cassette to indicate the remaining paper supply. When paper is
exhausted, the pointer will go down to the level of (empty).
Loading Paper into the MP (Multi-Purpose) Tray
1 Fan the media (paper/transparencies), then tap it on a level surface
to avoid media jams or skewed printing.
2 Press the center of the MP tray, and pull it towards you until it stops.
3 Pull the subtray toward you until it stops, making sure there are no
gaps.
1-16 Handling Paper
4 Adjust the position of the paper guides on the MP tray. Standard
Load
Limit
Load
Limit
Envelope Switch
paper sizes are marked on the MP tray. For standard paper sizes,
slide the guides to the position marked correspondingly.
5 Align the paper with the paper guides and insert as far as it will go.
Note Do not load more paper than will fit under the load limits
on the inside of the MP tray.
When printing on transparencies, feed the sheets into the
printer one at a time.
If the paper is considerably curled in one direction, for
example, if the paper is already printed on one side, try to roll
the paper in the opposite direction to counteract the curl.
Printed sheets will then come out flat.
Correct
Incorrect
6 Set the MP tray paper size on the printer’s operation panel. Refer to
MP Tray Size (Setting MP tray paper size) on page 2-31.
7 Set the appropriate print mode for the paper thickness (envelopes or
plain paper). To print on envelopes, slide the envelope switch to the
right to select envelope mode. To print on plain paper, slide the switch
to the left to select paper mode.
The print modes are imprinted on the switch. Check that the correct
mode is selected for the paper being used.
IMPORTANT Envelopes cannot be printed in paper mode. When
printing plain paper while the envelope mode is selected, the
printing speed and quality will lower than in paper mode.
Handling Paper 1-17
Paper stopper
Align the paper stopper to the desired paper size.
• For A4 or Letter size paper : Align with position
• For Legal size paper : Align with position
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1-18 Handling Paper
2 Using the Operation Panel
This chapter contains explanations on the following topics:
General Information 2-2
Understanding the Operation Panel 2-3
Keys 2-6
Using the Menu Selection System 2-8
Setting a Mode Selection Menu 2-10
Report Print 2-11
USB Memory (USB memory selection) 2-17
Custom Box (Using a Custom Box) 2-19
Job Box 2-23
Counter (Viewing the counter value) 2-30
Paper Settings 2-31
Print Settings 2-39
Network (Network settings) 2-48
Device Common (Selecting/Setting the common device)
2-53
Security 2-66
Job Accounting (Job Accounting selection/setting) 2-74
Admin (Administrator settings) 2-81
Adjust/Maintenance (Adjust/Maintenance selection/
setting) 2-84
Using the Operation Panel 2-1
General Information
This chapter provides the information you need to configure the Ecosys
Color printer. In general you need to use the operation panel only to make
default settings. You can make most changes to the printer settings using
the printer driver through the application software.
Note Changes to printer settings made using a software
application override changes made using the operation panel.
You can also access the printer's various settings from a remote location,
by using the control panel, the printer driver or other utilities such as the
Status Monitor Utility. Other printer utilities can be installed using the CDROM supplied with the printer.
The chapter describes the operation panel in detail, including its menus
and the procedures for changing various printer settings.
2-2 Using the Operation Panel
Understanding the Operation Panel
The operation panel on the top of the printer has a 2-line by 16-character
liquid crystal display (LCD), eight keys, and three indicators (LED).
Messages that appear on the display and functions of indicators and keys
are explained in this chapter.
Message Display
The message display on the operation panel shows:
• Status information, the ten messages listed below which are displayed
during normal operation.
• Error codes, when the printer requires the operator’s attention; as
explained in the Operation Guide.
Using the Operation Panel 2-3
Status Information
Message Meaning
Self test The printer is performing self-diagnostics after power-up.
Please wait The printer is warming up and is not ready.
When the printer is switched on for the first time, this message will take several minutes.
Please wait
(Paper loading)
Please wait
(Adding toner)
Please wait
(Calibrating)
Please wait
(Cleaning)
Please wait
(Cooling)
Ready The printer is ready to print.
Processing The printer is receiving data to print. This is also shown when the printer is reading a
Sleeping The printer is in Auto Sleep. The printer wakes from Auto Sleep whenever a print job is
Canceling data Jobs inside the printer are being canceled. To cancel a job, refer to Canceling a Printing
This message appears when the printer is preparing to print coated paper (COATED) fed
from the optional paper feeder PF-510.
Toner is currently being replenished. This message may be displayed during continuous
printing of a large volume of pages which require a large amount of toner such as with
photographs, etc.
The color calibration function is being performed automatically as you powered on the
printer. You can also execute this function manually on the operation panel.
For details, refer to Color Calibration on page 2-84.
Displayed during main charger cleaning.
The printer is being cooled down and is not ready.
memory card, USB memory, hard disk or RAM disk.
received. The printer then warms up and goes on-line.
For details on Auto Sleep, refer to Sleep Timer (Sleep timer timeout time) on page 2-62.
Job on page 2-6.
Error Codes
Refer to the Troubleshooting section in the Operation Guide.
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Indicators in Message Display
Ready
Ready, Data, and Attention Indicators
The following indicators light during normal operation and whenever the
printer needs attention. Depending on the status of lighting, each
indicator has the following meaning:
Indicator Description
Flashing. Indicates an error that you can resolve. For
details, refer to the Troubleshooting section in the
Operation Guide.
On. Indicates that the printer is ready and on-line. The
printer prints the data it receives.
Off. Indicates that the printer is off-line. Data can be
received but will not be printed. Also, indicates when
printing is automatically stopped due to an error condition.
For details, refer to the Troubleshooting section in the
Operation Guide.
Flashing. Indicates that a data is being received.
On. Indicates either that data received is being processed
before printing starts, or that data is being written to or read
from a memory card or hard disk.
Flashing. Indicates that the printer requires maintenance
or is warming up.
On. Indicates the occurrence of a problem or an error. For
details, refer to the Troubleshooting section in the
Operation Guide.
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Keys
MENU
The operation panel keys are used to configure the printer operation.
Note that certain keys have a secondary function.
GO Key
Use this key to:
• Toggle the printer’s on-line and off-line states. You can temporarily
stop the print job by switching the printer off-line.
• Print and feed out one page when the printer displays Waiting.
• Recover from certain errors.
• Recover from Auto Sleep.
Cancel Key
This key is used to:
• Cancel a printing job.
• Stop the alarm sound.
• Reset numeric values or cancel a setting procedure while using menu
system.
Canceling a Printing Job
1 While the printer displays Processing, press [Cancel].
Print Cancel? appears on the message display followed by the
job name currently in progress.
2 Press U or V to display the desired job and [OK].
Canceling data appears on the message display and printing
stops after the current page is printed.
MENU Key
• [MENU] lets you enter the menu system to change the setup and
printing environment of the printer.
Arrow Keys
• The four arrow keys are used in the menu system to access an item
or enter numeric values. Use U and V to change menus, and Y and
Z to move to the sub menu.
• The arrow key with the question mark ( ) may be pressed when the
paper jam message has appeared on the message display. A help
message will then appear to facilitate jam clearing in the location.
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