Kyocera KM-P4850w, KM-P4845w User Manual
Wide Format Printer
Operation Guide
Please read the Operation Guide before using the printer.
Keep it in the designated location for easy reference.
We have determined as a participating company in the International Energy Star
Program that this product is compliant with the standards laid out in the
International Energy Star Program.
About the International Energy Star Program
International Energy Star Program has as its basic goals the promotion of efficient
energy use and the reduction of the environmental pollution that accompanies
energy consumption by promoting the manufacture and sale of products that fulfill
program standards.
International Energy Star Program standards require that printers come equipped
with a “Sleep Mode”, allowing the device to enter a wait state where energy
consumption is automatically reduced to a minimum after a certain amount of time
elapses since it was last used.
This product is equipped with the following features as a result of its compliance
with International Energy Star Program standards.
• Sleep Mode
The device automatically enters “Sleep Mode” when 90 minutes have passed
since the device was last used. The amount of time of no activity that must pass
before “Sleep Mode” is activated may be lengthened. For more information see
“Auto Shutoff Function”.
• Paper Recycling
The Energy Star Program encourages the use of environmentally friendly
recycled paper. Your sales or service representative can provide information
about recommended paper types.
NOTE
• This Operation Guide applies to models KM-P4845w and KM-P4850w. For the
purposes of this guide, KM-P4845w is a 2.6 ppm (prints per minute) printer (A0
size) while KM-P4850w is a 3 ppm printer (A0 size).
• This Operation Guide contains content for both the inch and metric specification
models of the printer. When messages displayed on the printer’s display differ
only in their capitalization, this guide uses the message from the inch
specification model of the printer. When there are other differences, the metric
version of the message is included in parentheses.
All rights reserved. No part of this material may be reproduced or transmitted in any
form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording
or by any information storage and retrieval system, without permission in writing
from the Publisher.
Legal Restriction On Copying
• It may be prohibited to copy copyrighted material without permission of the
copyright owner.
• It is prohibited under any circumstances to copy domestic or foreign currencies.
• Copying other items may be prohibited.
Please read this Operation Guide before using the printer. Keep it close to the
printer for easy reference.
The sections of this guide and parts of the printer marked with symbols are safety warnings meant
to protect the user, other individuals and surrounding objects, and ensure correct and safe usage
of the printer. The symbols and their meanings are indicated below.
DANGER: Indicates that serious injury or even death will very possibly result from
insufficient attention to or incorrect compliance with the related points.
WARNING: Indicates that serious injury or even death may result from insufficient attention
to or incorrect compliance with the related points.
CAUTION: Indicates that personal injury or mechanical damage may result from insufficient
attention to or incorrect compliance with the related points.
Symbols
The m symbol indicates that the related section includes safety warnings. Specific points of
attention are indicated inside the symbol.
................. [General warning]
................. [Warning of danger of electrical shock]
................. [Warning of high temperature]
The symbol indicates that the related section includes information on prohibited actions. Specifics
of the prohibited action are indicated inside the symbol.
.................. [Warning of prohibited action]
................... [Disassembly prohibited]
The ● symbol indicates that the related section includes information on actions which must be
performed. Specifics of the required action are indicated inside the symbol.
.................. [Alert of required action]
.................. [Remove the power plug from the outlet]
.................. [Always connect the printer to an outlet with a ground connection]
Please contact your service representative to order a replacement if the safety warnings in this
Operation Guide are illegible or if the guide itself is missing. (fee required)
Trademark Information
• Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT and Internet Explorer are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation of America and other countries.
• WINDOWS ME is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation of America.
• Adobe, Acrobat and PostScript are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated.
• Ethernet is a registered trademark of Xerox Corporation.
• IBM and IBM PC-AT are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation of America.
All other company and product names contained in this Operation Guide are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
The designations ™ and ® will not be used in this guide.
About This Operation Guide
There are two parts to this guide:
• Operation Guide (this booklet)
Contains explanations of content related to setup procedure, printer operation, configuration, and troubleshooting.
• On-Line Manual
Contains explanations on operation from your computer such as how to use related software applications.
The On-Line Manual is prepared as a PDF (Portable Document Format) file on the CD-ROM that is included with the printer. Adobe Acrobat
Reader 4.0 software is required in order to read this On-Line Manual.
i
Reading the On-Line Manual for This Machine
Insert the CD-ROM that is included with the printer into the CD-ROM drive of your computer, and then operate in accordance with the message on
the screen.
ii
Setting Up the Printer
Configuring the Printer
Configuring Your Computer
1 Network Settings
[Configuring the IP Address, etc.]........................
[DHCP server setting] ......................................... Page 3-4
Page 3-2
Computer
2 Name Settings
[Changing the Work Group and Host Names]..... Page 3-5
3 Installing the Printer Driver
(Refer to the On-Line Manual.)
Printer Set-Up is Complete!
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Options
■ <Roll unit>
To add a paper source.
■ <Key counter>
To count the number of sheets output.
■ <Scanner unit>
To add scanner and copier functions.
<System diagram with options installed>
Printer
Roll unit
Scanner unit
Key counter
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Table of Contents
Trademark Information................................................ i
About This Operation Guide ....................................... i
Reading the On-Line Manual for This Machine .......... ii
Setting Up the Printer ................................................ iii
Options ......................................................................iv
CHAPTER 1
IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ FIRST. .1-1
CAUTION LABELS ....................................... 1-1
INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS .................. 1-2
PRECAUTIONS FOR USE ........................... 1-3
CHAPTER 2
PRIOR TO SET-UP ................................2-1
1. Names of Parts .............................................. 2-1
(1) Main Body ......................................................... 2-1
(2) Operation Panel ................................................ 2-4
2. Required Items............................................... 2-5
3. Energy Saver Function .................................. 2-6
4. Auto Shutoff Function .................................... 2-6
CHAPTER 3
GETTING READY FOR PRINTING.......3-1
1. Setup.............................................................. 3-1
(1) System Configuration ........................................ 3-1
(2) Procedures ........................................................ 3-2
2. Paper ............................................................. 3-6
(1) Paper Type ........................................................ 3-6
(2) How to Set a Paper Roll .................................... 3-7
(3) Dew prevention heater ...................................... 3-9
(4) How to Use the Paper Tray Support Plate ........ 3-9
CHAPTER 5
MANAGEMENT AND SETTING............5-1
1. Machine Default ............................................. 5-1
(1) List of Machine Settings .................................... 5-1
(2) Configuring Machine Setting ............................. 5-4
2. Printer Settings ............................................ 5-11
(1) List of Printer Settings ..................................... 5-11
3. Language Switching..................................... 5-12
CHAPTER 6
TROUBLESHOOTING ..........................6-1
1. If One of These Messages is Displayed... ..... 6-1
2. Replenishing the Toner .................................. 6-3
3. Replacing the Waste Toner Tank ................... 6-5
4. Countermeasures against Call for service
Message ........................................................ 6-6
5. When Paper Jams ......................................... 6-7
(1) Jam Location Display ........................................ 6-7
(2) Cautions ............................................................ 6-7
(3) Removal Procedure .......................................... 6-7
6. Troubleshooting ........................................... 6-11
CHAPTER 7
SPECIFICATIONS .................................7-1
CHAPTER 4
PRINTER OPERATION .........................4-1
1. Basic printing ................................................. 4-1
2. Printing with manually fed media ................... 4-2
3. Making a Test Print ........................................ 4-3
4. Canceling Printing .......................................... 4-4
5. Resetting the printer....................................... 4-5
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CHAPTER 1 IMPORTANT!
PLEASE READ FIRST.
CAUTION LABELS
Caution labels have been attached to the printer at the following locations for safety purposes.
BE SUFFICIENTLY CAREFUL to avoid fire or electric shock when removing a paper jam.
Label 1
High temperature inside. Do not touch
parts in this area, because there is a
danger of getting burned.....................
Label 2 (Inch specification only)
High temperature inside. Do not touch
parts in this area, because there is a
danger of getting burned.....................
Label 3
High temperature inside. Do not touch
parts in this area, because there is a
danger of getting burned.....................
Label 4
High temperature inside. Do not touch
parts in this area, because there is a
danger of getting burned.....................
Label 5, 6, 7
High voltage inside. NEVER touch
parts in this area, because there is a
danger of electric shock. ....................
NOTE: DO NOT remove these labels.
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INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS
■ Environment
CAUTION
• Avoid placing the printer on or in locations which
are unstable or not level. Such locations may
cause the printer to fall down or fall over. This
type of situation presents a danger of personal
injury or damage to the printer. ............................
• Avoid locations with humidity or dust and dirt. If
dust or dirt become attached to the power plug,
clean the plug to avoid the danger of fire or
electrical shock.....................................................
• Avoid locations near radiators, heaters, or other
heat sources, or locations near flammable items,
to avoid the danger of fire. ...................................
• To keep the printer cool and facilitate changing of
parts and maintenance, allow access space as
shown below.
Leave adequate space, especially around the left
right and rear covers, to allow air to be properly
ventilated out of the printer...................................
Rear:
>
11 13/16"
Left:
>
11 13/16"
=
30 cm
Front:
>
31 1/2"
=
80 cm
• Always use the caster stoppers to stabilize the
printer once it is in place to keep it from moving
and/or falling over and causing injury. ..................
Other precautions
• Adverse environmental conditions may affect the safe
operation and performance of the printer. Install in an
air-conditioned room (recommended room temperature:
around 68°F [20°C], humidity: around 65%RH) and
avoid the following locations when selecting a site for
the printer.
.
Avoid locations near a window or with exposure to
direct sunlight.
.
Avoid locations with vibrations.
.
Avoid locations with drastic temperature fluctuations.
.
Avoid locations with direct exposure to hot or cold air.
.
Avoid poorly ventilated locations.
=
30 cm
Right:
>
19 11/16"
=
50 cm
• If the floor is delicate against casters, when this product
is moved after installation, the floor material may be
damaged.
• During printing, some ozone is released, but the amount
does not cause any ill effect to one's health. If, however,
the printer is used over a long period of time in a poorly
ventilated room or when making an extremely large
number of copies, the smell may become unpleasant.
To maintain the appropriate environment for printing
work, it is suggested that the room be properly
ventilated.
■ Power supply/Grounding the printer
WARNING
• DO NOT use a power supply with a voltage other
than that specified. Avoid multiple connections in
the same outlet. These types of situations
present a danger of fire or electrical shock. .........
• Plug the power cord securely into the outlet. If
metallic objects come in contact with the prongs
on the plug, it may cause a fire or electric shock.
• Always connect the printer to an outlet with a
ground connection to avoid the danger of fire or
electrical shock in case of an electric short. If an
earth connection is not possible, contact your
service representative. .........................................
Other precautions
• Connect the power plug to the closest outlet possible to
the printer.
• The power supply cord is used as the main disconnect
device. Ensure that the socket/outlet is located/installed
near the equipment and is easily accessible.
■ Handling of plastic bags
WARNING
• Keep the plastic bags that are used with the
printer away from children. The plastic may cling
to their nose and mouth causing suffocation........
1-2
PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
■ Cautions when using the printer
WARNING
• DO NOT place metallic objects or containers with
water (flower vases, flower pots, cups, etc.) on or
near the printer. This type of situation presents a
danger of fire or electrical shock should they fall
inside. ...................................................................
• DO NOT remove any of the covers from the
printer as there is a danger of electrical shock
from high voltage parts inside the printer. ............
• DO NOT damage, break or attempt to repair the
power cord. DO NOT place heavy objects on the
cord, pull it, bend it unnecessarily or cause any
other type of damage.
These types of situations present a danger of fire
or electrical shock. ...............................................
• NEVER attempt to repair or disassemble the
printer or its parts as there is a danger of fire,
electrical shock or damage to the laser................
• If the printer becomes excessively hot, smoke
appears from the printer, there is an odd smell, or
any other abnormal situation occurs, there is a
danger of fire or electrical shock. Turn the main
switch OFF ( ) immediately, remove the power
plug from the outlet and contact your service
representative. .....................................................
• If anything harmful (paper clips, water, other
fluids, etc.) falls into the printer, turn the main
switch OFF ( ) immediately. Next, remove the
power plug from the outlet to avoid the danger of
fire or electrical shock. Then contact your service
representative. .....................................................
CAUTION
• DO NOT pull the power cord when removing it
from the outlet. If the power cord is pulled, the
wires may become broken and there is a danger
of fire or electrical shock. (ALWAYS grasp the
power plug when removing the power cord from
the outlet.) ............................................................
• ALWAYS remove the power plug from the outlet
when moving the printer. If the power cord is
damaged, there is a danger of fire or electrical
shock. ...................................................................
• If the printer will not be used for a short period of
time (overnight, etc.), turn the main switch OFF
( ).
If it will not be used for an extended period of
time (vacations, etc.), remove the power plug
from the outlet for safety purposes during the
time the printer is not in use. ................................
• When moving the printer, turn the leveler bolts to
keep them away from the floor. ............................
• For safety purposes, ALWAYS remove the power
plug from the outlet when performing cleaning
operations. ...........................................................
• If dust accumulates within the printer, there is a
danger of fire or other trouble. It is therefore
recommended that you consult with your service
representative in regard to cleaning of internal
parts. This is particularly effective if accomplished
prior to seasons of high humidity. Consult with
your service representative in regard to the cost
of cleaning the internal parts of the printer. ..........
• DO NOT remove or connect the power plug with
wet hands, as there is a danger of electrical
shock. ...................................................................
• ALWAYS contact your service representative for
maintenance or repair of internal parts. ...............
1-3
PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
Other precautions
• DO NOT place heavy objects on the printer or cause
other damage to the printer.
• DO NOT open the front cover, turn off the main switch,
or pull out the power plug during printing.
• When lifting or moving the printer, contact your service
representative.
• Do not touch electrical parts, such as connectors or
printed circuit boards. They could be damaged by static
electricity.
• DO NOT attempt to perform any operations not
explained in this handbook.
• CAUTION : Use of controls or adjustments or
performance of procedures other than those specified
herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
■ Cautions when handling
consumables
CAUTION
• DO NOT attempt to incinerate the toner
containers or the waste toner tank. Dangerous
sparks may cause burns. .....................................
• Keep the toner containers and the waste toner
tank out of the reach of children. ..........................
• If toner happens to spill from the toner containers
or the waste toner tank, avoid inhalation and
ingestion, as well as contact with your eyes and
skin. ......................................................................
.
If you do happen to inhale toner, move to a
place with fresh air and gargle thoroughly with a
large amount of water. If coughing develops,
contact a physician.
.
If you do happen to ingest toner, rinse your
mouth out with water and drink 1 or 2 cups of
water to dilute the contents of your stomach. If
necessary, contact a physician.
.
If you do happen to get toner in your eyes, flush
them thoroughly with water. If there is any
remaining tenderness, contact a physician.
.
If toner does happen to get on your skin, wash
with soap and water.
• DO NOT attempt to force open or destroy the
toner containers or the waste toner tank. .............
Other precautions
• After use, ALWAYS dispose of the toner containers and
the waste toner tank in accordance with Federal, State
and Local rules and regulations.
• Store all consumables in a cool, dark location.
• If you will not be using the printer for a prolonged period
of time, remove all paper from the drawer(s) and the
multi-bypass tray and seal in its original packaging.
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CHAPTER 2 PRIOR TO SET-UP
1. Names of Parts
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(1) Main Body
1 Operation panel
Use to make settings in the printer.
2 Ejection cover
Open in case of a paper jam.
3 Ejection release lever
Operate this lever in case of a paper jam.
4 Printer body release lever
Operate this lever in case of a paper jam.
5 Bypass table
When printing documents and using the manual paper feed
setting, set paper onto on this table.
6 Bypass guide
7 Front cover
Open to set paper roll or in case of a paper jam.
8 Paper tray
Printed sheets will be stored here.
9 Paper tray support plate
Set in accordance with paper size.
0 Main switch
Turn this switch ON ( | ) in order to use the printer. Conversely,
make sure this switch is OFF ( ) before connecting network
cables.
IMPORTANT
• Once you turn the main switch ON ( | ) wait for at least 20 seconds
or so before attempting to turn it OFF ( ) again. Failure to doing
so may damage the printer.
• Make sure that you wait at least for 5 seconds after turned the
main switch OFF ( ) to remove the power plug from the outlet.
! Total counter
This indicates the paper output length.
@ Key counter insert slot
When a key counter (option) is installed, insert the key counter
here.
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CHAPTER 2 PRIOR TO SET-UP
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$
# Network interface connector
Use to connect the printer to the LAN (Local Area Network) with a
10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX cable.
$ Right cover
Open to replace the waste toner tank.
% Toner replenishing slot
Open to add toner.
^ Toner replenishing slot screw
Turn to open the toner replenishing slot.
& Roll unit (paper source 1: option)
* Roll unit (paper source 2)
( Roll unit (paper source 3)
) Operation Guide box
Keep the Operation Guide here.
)
#
⁄ Waste toner tank
¤ Paper transport knob
Operate this knob in case of a paper jam.
‹ Dew prevention heater switches
Switches for paper sources 1, 2, and 3.
› Main heater switch
If this switch is turned off, the dew prevention heaters will be
turned off even if the dew prevention heater switches inside the
front cover are on.
fi Flanges
Set these on both sides of the paper roll.
fl Release levers
‡ Flange guides
2-2
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(2) Operation Panel
1 Ready indicator
This indicator is lit when the printer is on-line and goes out when it
is off-line. In addition, the indicator flashes while the internal server
computer is starting up.
2 Data indicator
This indicator flashes during printing.
3 Attention indicator
This indicator is lit when an error has occurred.
4 On Line key
Press this key when you want to switch the printer on- and off-line.
5 Message display
Machine status and errors are indicated on the message display.
6 MNOP Cursor keys
Use these cursor keys in order to select the various setting modes.
In addition, the N or M key may be used to select a paper tray.
7 Roll Cut key
Press this key when a new paper roll is set. Also press to force a
roll cut during output and to cancel printing.
8 Stop key
This key is used to cancel printing as well as in the configuration of
some settings to clear entered values.
9 Start key
Press this key to print to the currently set paper roll when the print
data’s page size and/or media type do not match those of the
current roll.
0 Enter key
Press this key when you want to register a setting. The Enter key
is also used to return to the printer to standard mode from energy
saver or sleep mode (Page 2-6).
! */Menu key
Press this key to configure the printer’s settings and output test
prints. (When the */Menu key has been pressed and one of the
printer setting screens is being displayed, the Ready indicator will
go out and the printer will be off-line.)
@ Internal paper jam indicator
This indicator is lit when a paper jam has occurred inside the
printer.
# Manual feed indicator
This indicator is lit when the manual feed has been selected and
when a paper jam has occurred in the manual feed mechanism.
$ Paper tray 1 indicator
This indicator is lit when the optional roll unit has been installed
and paper tray 1 has been selected, as well as when a paper jam
has occurred in paper tray 1.
% Paper tray 2 indicator
This indicator is lit when paper tray 2 has been selected as well as
when a paper jam has occurred in paper tray 2.
^ Paper tray 3 indicator
This indicator is lit when paper tray 3 has been selected as well as
when a paper jam has occurred in paper tray 3.
2-4
2. Required Items
The following items are not included with the printer and must be
purchased separately.
• Network cable
(Twisted-pair 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX [category 5])
NOTE
Be sure to use a “shielded type” network cable.
• Network hub
CHAPTER 2 PRIOR TO SET-UP
2-5
CHAPTER 2 PRIOR TO SET-UP
3. Energy Saver Function
The automatic energy saver function automatically sets the printer to
a low energy consumption mode when the printer has not been used
for a specific period of time. When in energy saver mode the
message “Pre heating” [“Now preheating”] will be displayed.
Upon detection of a print signal from the computer, the printer
automatically returns to its standard mode and starts printing.
Pressing the Enter key will also cause the printer to return to standard
mode. The time until the energy saver function activates (auto energy
saver time) is set to a factory default of 15 min. This value can be set
in the machine setting “6. Timer set” from 5 to 45 min., in 5 min.
increments (Page 5-8).
4. Auto Shutoff Function
The auto shutoff function consists of shutoff mode and sleep mode.
The factory default is set to sleep mode.
• Shutoff mode: Power is automatically turned OFF ( ) when the
printer has not been used for a specific period of time.
To return to normal operation from shut-off mode, turn ON ( | ) the
main switch.
• Sleep mode: The printer enters a sleep state when it has not been
used for a specific period of time. The message “Sleeping” will be
displayed when the printer is in sleep mode.
Upon detection of a print signal from the computer, the printer
automatically wakes up and starts printing. Pressing the Enter key
will also cause the printer to wake up.
The auto shut-off function can be configured in the machine setting
“5. Auto shutoff” (Page 5-7). The time until the auto shutoff feature
activates (auto shutoff time) is set to a factory default of 90 min.
This value can be set in the machine setting “6. Timer set” from 15 to
120 min., in 5 min. increments (Page 5-8).
2-6
CHAPTER 3 GETTING READY FOR
PRINTING
1. Setup
(1) System Configuration
● Printing from Windows
Print command
Network hub
Printer driver
Printout
Computer
100BASE-TX
(or 10BASE-T) cable
3-1
CHAPTER 3 GETTING READY FOR PRINTING
(2) Procedures
● Connecting the Printer to Your Network
Perform this procedure in order to connect the printer to the network
hub.
Turn the main switch on the printer OFF ( ).
1
CAUTION
Make sure the main switch is OFF ( ) before connecting the
network cable.
● Network Settings [Configuring the IP Address, etc.]
Perform this procedure in order to register the required network
settings.
NOTE
• The IP address to be used for the printer will differ depending upon
your network. Confirm the address that you need to use in advance
with your network manager.
• When you input the network address, be sure to check in advance
that the DHCP server setting is OFF.
• The “*” in a list of setting options indicates the current setting.
Press the */Menu key.
1
Press the N or M key to select “3. Set/manager”.
2
Inch specifications
Menu:
3.Set/manager
Metric specifications
Menu:
3.Set/manager
Plug the network cable into the Network Interface Connector
2
which is located on the left side of the printer.
Plug the other end of the network cable into the network hub.
3
Turn the main switch on the printer back ON ( | ).
4
Press the Enter key.
3
Use the MNOP cursor keys to input the pin code (the
4
default setting is qQrR).
Inch specifications
Enter pin code.
_ _ _ _
Metric specifications
Enter pin code.
_ _ _ _
NOTE
The pin code may be changed (see “11. Mgr. code change” on
page 5-10).
Press the N or M key to select “2. Set printer”.
5
Inch specifications
Set/manager:
2.Set printer
3-2
Metric specifications
Set/manager:
2.Set printer
Press the Enter key.
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