Before operating this machine, please carefully read this manual
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(Illustration shows optional accessories that may not be installed on your machine.)
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Operating Instructions
The following Operating Instruction manuals are included with this machine. Please refer to the appropriate manual
and keep all manuals for future reference. If you lose the manual, contact the authorized Panasonic dealer.
Quick Reference Guide
Describes the basic procedures for each function, and
introduces various settings for Copy function.
Accessories
Operating Instructions CD
Setup Guide For Administrator
Describes how to set up the machine.
Setup Guide For User
Describes how to install the printer driver
and application software to client PC.
Copy Function
Describes how to make a Color Copy with
creative features.
Facsimile and Internet Fax
Function
(The Facsimile function is available when
the optional G3 Fax Communication
Board is installed.)
Describes how to send/receive a
Facsimile/Internet Fax, and describes the
course of action to take when a trouble
message appears, etc.
Scan and Email Function
Describes how to scan and how to send
Email through the machine.
Operating Instructions (For Basic)
Describes the overview of this machine.
For a detailed explanation of functions, please refer to
the Operating Instruction manuals included on two
CD-ROMs as illustrated below.
Operating Instructions CD
Contains manuals with detailed information for
Administrator Setup, User Setup, Copy, Facsimile/
Internet Fax, Scan/Email, Print functions, Function
Parameters, User Authentication, and Maintenance.
Document Management System CD
Contains the Panasonic Document Management
System Application software, and manuals for the
Panasonic Document Management System Application
software.
Print Function
Describes how to print using the Control
Panel of the machine.
Function Parameters
Describes how to change the default
settings of each function using the Control
Panel of the machine.
User Authentication
Describes how to enable and use the
User Authentication function.
Maintenance Guide
Describes how to maintain the machine,
and the course of action to take when a
problem message appears.
Document Management System CD
Application Software
Describes how to use the application
software.
Ex: Printer Driver, Fax Driver, Quick
Image Navigator, Device Monitor/
Device Explorer, Network
Configuration and Address Book
Editor
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Conventions
Icons
The following icons are used in this manual.
IconDescription
Indicates important information that must be read in detail.
Indicates reference information.
Notation
The following notations are used in this manual.
NotationDescription
For Keys and ButtonsHard buttons on the Control Panel are depicted as **** key, and soft buttons on the Touch
Adjust the Original
Guides to the
original’s width.
Acceptable Paper Type
Basi c Me nu Featur es
Originals can be set up to the
Upper Limit Indicator.
Upper Limit Indicator
Upper Guide
Original Size: A3, B4, A4, A4-R, A5, A5-R, FLS (8" x 13", 8.5" x 13"), 5.5" x 8.5" (Invoice),
5.5" x 8.5" (Invoice-R), 8.5" x 11" (Letter), 8.5" x 11" (Letter-R), 8.5" x 14" (Legal),
11" x 17" (Ledger)
Paper Weight: 1 sided: 50-105 g/m
2 sided: 64-105 g/m
2
(14-28 lb)
2
(18-28 lb)
Notice for ADF
Do not use the following type / flawed originals.
Drawing papers, Transparencies, Labeling paper, Heavy weight papers, Thin Art papers, Film, Thermal papers.
z
z Papers which are curled, ripped, creased, folded, punched, glued, stapled, or self-adhesive.
z Pressure sensitive or carbon backed papers.
z Paper which is still wet with color ink or white-out.
A3, B4, A4, A4-R, A5, A5-R, or FLS sized papers can be scanned from the ADF, but the size is not
displayed on the Touch Panel Display.
z On the Platen Glass
Ex: Book Original (“Book -> 2” mode)
When copying 8.5" x 11" sized book
Ex: Sheet Original
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Face down.
Align the center of the book with
the “8.5"” indication.
Face down.
Align with top left corner.
Notice for Platen Glass
Align the original to the top left corner mark ( ).
z If the original is not positioned properly, a portion of the
original may not be copied.
z For originals smaller than 5.5" x 8.5" (Invoice) size,
position the original within the 5.5" x 8.5" area and select
5.5" x 8.5".
Original Orientation
Ex: 5.5" x 8.5"
A
A
5.5" x 8.5"
5.5" x 8.5"
(Invoice-R)
(Invoice)
For Book -> 2 Copy
Ex: When copying 5.5" x 8.5" sized book, align the center of
the book with the “5.5"” indication.
5.5"
8.5"
Legal
11"
17"
For Portrait Orientation
Original Guides
5.5"
8.5"
Legal
11"
5.5"
5.5" x 8.5"
8.5"
(Invoice)
8.5" x 11"
(Letter)
For Landscape Orientation
Original Guides
5.5"
8.5"
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Legal
11"
11"
Legal
17"
17"
5.5" x 8.5"
5.5"
8.5"
Legal
11"
5.5"
8.5"
Legal
11"
(Invoice-R)
8.5" x 11"
(Letter-R)
8.5" x 14"
(Legal)
11" x 17"
(Ledger)
Copying a thick booklet
z If there are less than 5 mm of white margin on originals, the edge of the copied paper may get blurred in
white. To avoid the problem, change the setting of “Digital Skyshot Mode” to “No”. For setting of
“Digital Skyshot Mode”, refer to Copier Settings in the Operating Instructions (For Function
Parameters) of provided CD-ROM.
z After copying a thick booklet, open the ADF and verify that the ADF Hinge was returned to original
position in order to prevent the rear of the ADF from being raised.
!
CAUTION
z When copying with the ADF open, do not look directly at the exposure lamp.
Direct eye exposure can cause eye fatigue or eye injury.
z When copying a thick original, do not use excessive force to press it against the Platen Glass.
The Glass may break and cause injuries.
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Chapter 1 Basic Menu Features
Basic Operation Procedure
The machine automatically detects original(s) and decides on the Copy Size and Color mode to use. If
the detection fails, manually set the settings.
1
Place original(s).
Face up. Up to 100 sheets (20 lb/
Letter)
Face down. Align with top left
corner. Close ADF.
z Refer to Placing Originals (see page 6).
2
Press the Copy key if the machine is
set to other function mode.
3
Select the required settings if
necessary.
z The original size is detected and a
corresponding Copy Size is automatically
selected.
z When the desired size of paper is not set in
the Paper Trays, use the Sheet Bypass. For
using the Sheet Bypass, refer to Adding Paper <Printing Media> in the Operating
Instructions (For Maintenance) of provided
CD-ROM.
z The original’s color is detected and the
corresponding color mode is selected
automatically.
z If the orientation of original does not match
the orientation of copy paper, the image of
original is rotated automatically and copied.
z When copying 8.5" x 11" size originals,
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selecting 8.5" x 11" for the Copy Size
accelerates the continuous copying speed.
If the orientation is not the same for both
settings, the copied image is automatically
rotated by 90 degrees.
z For more details of the Basic Menu screen,
refer to Basic Menu Features (see pages
10 to 40).
z When setting other features, refer to More
Menus Features (see pages 42 to 102).
Ex: 2-Sided Copy, Sort / Finish, Zoom/
Effects, etc.
4
Enter the desired number of copies.
(Up to 999)
z When inputting a number (4 to 8 digits) with
the optional Fax Communication Board
installed, the machine automatically
interprets it as a telephone number,
switches to the Fax mode, and displays the
Number Pad screen.
z The number of digits interpreted as a fax
number can be set from 4 to 8 digits in the
Function Parameter “118 Fax Function Detect” (Fax/Email Settings > Fax
Parameters). For more details, refer to Fax/Email Settings in the Operating Instructions
(For Function Parameters) of provided CDROM.
z After finishing copying, press the Reset key to
return to the initial screen of the currently active
mode.
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5
Press the Start key.
z To stop the job while making copies, select
“Stop” on the above screen. To cancel the
job, select “Yes”.
z While and after making copies, the fan
motor may spin to cool down the machine.
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Copying with Preset Ratios (Reduction/
Enlargement)
You can easily enlarge or reduce the copy size by selecting the preset size with the Copy Size buttons.
Ex: Enlargement
Ex: Reduction
8.5" x 11" (Letter-R)
11" x 17" (Ledger) 8.5" x 11" (Letter-R)
z To change the assigned paper size of Copy Size buttons, select “Paper/Output Tray” and modify the settings.
For setting the paper size and media type for Paper Trays, refer to General Settings (Key Operator Mode) in
the Operating Instructions (For Function Parameters) of provided CD-ROM.
1
Place original(s) in Landscape
Orientation.
z Refer to Placing Originals (see page 6).
2
Press the Copy key if the machine is
set to other function mode.
3
Select a Copy Size.
Ex: Enlargement
Original Size: 8.5" x 11" (Letter-R)
Copy Size: 11" x 17" (Ledger)
11" x 17" (Ledger)
The exact ratio (%) is automatically selected.
Original
Size
(Landscape)
11" x 17"100776550
Legal1211007961
8.5" x 11"12910010065
5.5" x 8.5"200155129100
(Legal: 8.5" x 14")
Copy Size (Landscape)
11" x 17"
Legal
8.5" x 11" 5.5" x 8.5"
(%)
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z Paper Tray will be selected according to the
copy size.
z When the desired size of paper is not set in
the Paper Trays, use the Sheet Bypass. For
using the Sheet Bypass, refer to Adding Paper <Printing Media> in the Operating
Instructions (For Maintenance) of provided
CD-ROM.
4
Enter the desired number of copies.
5
Press the Start key.
z After finishing copying, press the Reset key to
return to the initial screen of the currently active
mode.
Selecting the Color Mode
You can copy in the Color mode selected by the machine, or select the Color mode manually.
Full Color
Monochrome
Full colorMonochrome
z The default Color mode settings can be changed. Refer to Copier Settings (Key Operator Mode) in the
Operating Instructions (For Function Parameters) of provided CD-ROM.
z The manually selected Color mode settings will return to the default settings under the following conditions.
- If the Reset key is pressed.
- If Auto Reset Time interval has lapsed (default = 1 min).
- If the power is turned OFF.
1
Place original(s).
z Refer to Placing Originals (see page 6).
2 Color
1 Color
Ex: Full Color
4
Select the desired Color mode, and
then select “OK”.
Monochrome
1 Color
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2
Press the Copy key if the machine is
set to other function mode.
3
Select “Quality Adj.”.
• Auto:
The color original is copied in Full
Color and the monochrome
original is copied in black and
white by automatically detecting
the original’s color.
•
Black
(Monochrome) (see page 12)
• Full Color (see page 12)
• 2 Color (see page 13)
• 1 Color (see page 15)
5
Enter the desired number of copies.
6
Press the Start key.
z After finishing copying, press the Reset key to
return to the initial screen of the currently active
mode.
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Black Mode
Full Color Mode
Chapter 1 Basic Menu Features
Color and monochrome originals can be copied
in black and white.
Full Color
Black & White
1
Select “Black”, and then select “OK”.
Black & White
Black & White
Color original can be copied in Full Color.
Full ColorFull Color
1
Select “Full Color”, and then select
“OK”.
z To display this screen, refer to steps 1 to 3 of
Selecting the Color Mode (see page 11).
z For the following procedure, refer to steps 5
to 6 of Selecting the Color Mode (see page
11).
z To display this screen, refer to steps 1 to 3 of
Selecting the Color Mode (see page 11).
z For the following procedure, refer to steps 5
to 6 of Selecting the Color Mode (see page
11).
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2 Color Mode
Color original can be copied in 2 colors, which can be achieved by using black and another specified
color.
The specified color can be selected from the basic colors (red, green, blue, yellow, magenta, and cyan)
and the registered colors.
Ex: When copying a full color original in cyan
and black.
z When the 2 Color mode is selected, the Original Type setting selection is not available.
1
Select “2 Color”.
3
Select a color from the basic colors or
custom colors, and then select “OK”.
When selecting a color from the basic colors
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z To display this screen, refer to steps 1 to 3 of
Selecting the Color Mode (see page 11).
2
Select “Change Color”.
z The color and the specified name are
displayed.
When selecting a color from the custom colors
z When registering a custom color, refer to
New Color Registration (see page 17).
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4
Select “OK”.
Ex: “Green” is selected.
z For the following procedure, refer to steps 5
to 6 of Selecting the Color Mode (see page
11).
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1 Color Mode
Color and monochrome originals can be copied in one specified color.
The color can be selected from the basic colors (red, green, blue, yellow, magenta, and cyan) and the
registered colors.
Ex: Copying a full color original in cyan.
Ex: Copying a monochrome original in cyan.
z When the 1 Color mode is selected, the Original Type setting selection is not available.
1
Select “1 Color”.
3
Select a color from the basic colors or
custom colors, and then select “OK”.
When selecting a color from the basic colors
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z To display this screen, refer to steps 1 to 3 of
Selecting the Color Mode (see page 11).
2
Select “Change Color”.
z The color and the specified name are
displayed.
When selecting a color from the custom colors
z When registering a custom color, refer to
New Color Registration (see page 17).
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4
Select “OK”.
Ex: “Green” is selected.
z For the following procedure, refer to steps 5
to 6 of Selecting the Color Mode (see page
11).
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New Color Registration
1
Select “Add Custom”.
z To display this screen, refer to steps 1 to 2 of
2 Color Mode (see page 13).
2
Select any button without a color
name registered, and then select
“OK”.
3
Adjust the color level of Cyan,
Magenta, and Yellow colors.
Color
Color Sample Indicator
z The created new color can be confirmed
with the Color Sample Indicator in real time.
z The total combined color level of Cyan,
Magenta, and Yellow should be 240% or
less.
Color Ratio
Chapter 1 Basic Menu Features
When changing the registered color
Select the registered color name button, and
then select “OK”.
4
Check the adjusted color, and then
select “OK”.
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5
Enter the original color name with the
Keyboard, and then select “OK”.
z Up to 20 characters can be entered.
z For instructions on how to enter characters,
refer to Using the Keyboard in the
Operating Instructions (For Function
Parameters) of provided CD-ROM.
6
Confirm the registered color, and then
select “OK”.
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Memo
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Chapter 1 Basic Menu Features
Selecting Original Type and Adjusting the
Density
Select the original type corresponding to your documents.
TextText/PhotoPhotoOther Types
Adjust the copy density according to your requirements.
Decreased density
z The Original Type setting selection is not available when the 2 Color or 1 Color mode is selected.
z To change the “Original Type” default setting, refer to Copier Settings (Key Operator Mode) in the Operating
Instructions (For Function Parameters) of provided CD-ROM.
1
Place original(s).
z Refer to Placing Originals (see page 6).
2
Press the Copy key if the machine is
set to other function mode.
3
Select “Quality Adj.”.
4
Select the Original Type.
Increased densityLighterDarker
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TextSelect when copying text without
any pictures.
“Printed”:
Original full of printed characters
“Pencil”:
Original written with pencil to
make it darker
5
Adjust the density using “Lighter” or
“Darker”, and then select “OK”.
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Text/
Photo
PhotoSelect when copying photos.
Other
Types
Select when copying originals
containing text and pictures.
“Photo Paper”
“LaserPrinted”
“Commercial”
Ex: Brochure
“Photo Paper”:
Photos printed on paper
“LaserPrinted”:
Photos printed by laser printer
“Commercial”:
Photos on printed material
Ex: Brochure
Select when copying the following
types of originals.
“Map”
“TracingPaper”:
Select when the original is thin to
prevent the image from bleeding
through on the copy.
“NewsPaper”:
Select when the background color
is not white (Ex: Newspaper).
LighterEach time it is selected, the
density level is decreased,
brightening the printed color.
DarkerEach time it is selected, the
density level is increased,
darkening the printed color.
6
Enter the desired number of copies.
7
Press the Start key.
z After finishing copying, press the Reset key to
return to the initial screen of the currently active
mode.
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Chapter 1 Basic Menu Features
Registering Quality Preset
Save your favorite quality adjustment setting by registering up to 5 Quality Presets.
The following quality adjustment settings can be registered:
• Auto, Black, Full Color, 2 Color, or 1 Color
• Original Type
• Density
More Settings
• Background Removal
• BleedThrough Prevention
•Tint
• Contrast
• Sharpness
• Saturation
• Color Balance
z For details on how to use the Quality Preset, refer to Using Quality Preset (see page 24).
z The registered image quality setting is kept until it is overwritten by a new setting.
1
Place original(s).
z Refer to Placing Originals (see page 6).
2
Press the Copy key if the machine is
set to other function mode.
3
Select “Quality Adj.”.
4
Select the desired quality settings.
5
Select “Save”.
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6
Select a Quality Preset button, and
then select “OK”.
When registering a new Quality Preset
Select an empty Quality Preset button.
When updating a registered Quality
Preset
Select the registered Quality Preset button.
7
Enter the Quality Preset name, and
then select “OK”.
z Registration will not be permitted without
assigning a name.
z Up to 20 characters can be entered.
z For instructions on how to enter characters,
refer to Using the Keyboard in the
Operating Instructions (For Function
Parameters) of provided CD-ROM.
8
Select “OK”.
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9
Enter the desired number of copies.
10
Press the Start key.
Confirm the image quality of the copied
papers.
z After finishing copying, press the Reset key to
return to the initial screen of the currently active
mode.
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Chapter 1 Basic Menu Features
Using Quality Preset
You can recall the registered quality adjustment settings by the following procedures.
z For details on how to register image quality adjustment settings into Quality Preset, refer to Registering
Quality Preset (see page 22).
1
Place original(s).
z Refer to Placing Originals (see page 6).
2
Press the Copy key if the machine is
set to other function mode.
3
Select “Quality Adj.”.
5
Select a Quality Preset button, and
then select “OK”.
4
Select “Recall”.
The selected Quality Preset settings are
reflected.
6
Select “OK”.
7
Enter the desired number of copies.
8
Press the Start key.
Confirm the image quality of the copied
papers.
z After finishing copying, press the Reset key to
return to the initial screen of the currently active
mode.
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Quality Adjusting
Image quality items can be easily set by selecting from 4 image quality types (Lively, Bright, Warmer,
and Cooler).
Additionally, in the Custom Setting selection, the following 7 image quality adjustments can be set.
Chapter 1 Basic Menu Features
• Background Removal
• BleedThrough Prevention
•Tint
• Contrast
z The default settings of Background Removal, BleedThrough Prevention, Tint, Contrast, Sharpness, Saturation,
and Color Balance can be changed. Refer to Copier Settings (Key Operator Mode) in the Operating
Instructions (For Function Parameters) of provided CD-ROM.
z Under the following situations, the Color mode settings return to the standard settings.
- If the Reset key is pressed.
- If Auto Reset Time interval has lapsed (default = 1 min).
- If the power is turned OFF.
-If “Default” is selected in “More Settings”.
z If you select the Original Type after selecting the custom settings, the custom settings return to the standard
settings.
1
Place original(s).
z Refer to Placing Originals (see page 6).
2
Press the Copy key if the machine is
• Sharpness
• Saturation
• Color Balance
5
Select an Image Quality type, and
then select “OK”.
set to other function mode.
3
Select “Quality Adj.”.
4
Select “More Settings”.
Custom Setting
(See pages 27 to 33)
DefaultCopies with the default image
quality set by the function
parameters.
LivelyCopies with lively image quality.
BrightCopies with bright image quality.
War merCopies with reddish color
accentuated.
CoolerCopies with bluish color
accentuated.
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z If “TracingPaper” is selected in “Original
Type”, the BleedThrough Prevention is set
to 3 regardless of the selected image quality
type.
z The default values are set upon shipment.
Key operations can change these values.
Refer to Copier Settings in the Operating
Instructions (For Function Parameters) of
provided CD-ROM.
6
Select “OK”.
7
Enter the desired number of copies.
8
Press the Start key.
Confirm the image quality of the copied
papers.
z After finishing copying, press the Reset key to
return to the initial screen of the currently active
mode.
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Background Removal
The original can be copied with the background color removed. This function is useful when copying
newspapers or an original with background color.
z The setting of Background Removal becomes invalid if “Photo” is selected in “Original Type”.
1
Select “Custom Setting”.
3
Adjust the level of Background
Removal with “-” and “+”, and then
select “OK”.
Chapter 1 Basic Menu Features
z To display this screen, refer to steps 1 to 4 of
Quality Adjusting (see page 25).
2
Select “Background Removal”.
z If “TracingPaper” is selected in “Original
Type”, Background Removal is set to 3.
Background
Removal
4
Select “OK”.
z For the following procedure, refer to steps 6
to 8 of Quality Adjusting (see page 26).
There are 6 levels. The higher
the value, the more Background
Color removed.
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BleedThrough Prevention
Chapter 1 Basic Menu Features
Thin sheets of original can be copied without bleeding through.
z The setting of BleedThrough Prevention becomes invalid if “Photo” is selected in “Original Type”.
z When setting the Tint adjustment to More Blue or More Red, the copies may come out with bleed through
contamination.
1
Select “BleedThrough Prevention”.
z If you set the Background Removal to “Off”,
the BleedThrough Prevention will not be
adjustable.
BleedThrough
Prevention
There are 6 levels. The
higher the level, the higher
the prevention effect.
z To display this screen, refer to step 1 of
Background Removal (see page 27).
z If “TracingPaper” is selected in “Original
Type”, BleedThrough Prevention of each
image quality type is set to 3.
2
Adjust the level of BleedThrough
Prevention with “-” and “+”, and then
select “OK”.
3
Select “OK”.
z For the following procedure, refer to steps 6
to 8 of Quality Adjusting (see page 26).
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Tint
The original can be copied with reddish or bluish color accentuated.
Reddish color
accentuated
Bluish color
accentuated
1
Select “Tint”.
2
Adjust the color tone with “More Red”
or “More Blue”, and then select “OK”.
Chapter 1 Basic Menu Features
z To display this screen, refer to step 1 of
Background Removal (see page 27).
More RedEach time it is selected, the
level of reddish color increases
by 1 grade. (The bluish color
level decreases by 1 grade.)
More BlueEach time it is selected, the
level of bluish color increases
by 1 grade. (The reddish color
level decreases by 1 grade.)
z The screen will return to step 1.
Select “OK”, and then proceed to steps 6 to
8 of Quality Adjusting (see page 26).
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Contrast
Chapter 1 Basic Menu Features
The original can be copied with the adjusted contrast.
1
Select “Contrast”.
Higher
Lower
2
Adjust the contrast with “Lower” or
“Higher”, and then select “OK”.
z To display this screen, refer to step 1 of
Background Removal (see page 27).
LowerEach time it is selected, the
contrast level decreases by 1
grade lower. (The distinction
between brightness and
darkness is reduced.)
HigherEach time it is selected, the
contrast level increases by 1
grade higher. (The distinction
between brightness and
darkness is increased.)
z The screen will return to step 1.
Select “OK”, and then proceed to steps 6 to
8 of Quality Adjusting (see page 26).
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