Ricoh AP1400, AP2000 User Manual
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Read this manual carefully before you use this product and keep it handy for future
reference.
For safety, please follow the instructions in this manual.
RICOH COMPANY, LTD.
15-5, 1 chome, Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Telephone: Tokyo 3479-3111
RICOH CORPORATION
CALLING FOR SERVICE
For service in the United States, plea se call:
1–800–RICOH 38 (1–800–742–6438)
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Overseas Affiliates
U.S.A.
RICOH CORPORATION
5 Dedrick Place
West Caldwell, New Jersey 07006
Phone: +1-973-882-2000
The Netherlands
RICOH EUROPE B.V.
Groenelaan 3, 1186 AA, Amstelveen
Phone: +31-(0)20-5474111
United Kingdom
RICOH UK LTD.
Ricoh House,
1 Plane Tree Crescent, Feltham,
Middlesex, TW13 7HG
Phone: +44-(0)181-261-4000
Germany
RICOH DEUTSCHLAND GmbH
Mergenthalerallee 38-40,
65760 Eschborn
Phone: +49-(0)6196-9060
France
RICOH FRANCE S.A.
383, Avenue du Général de Gaulle
BP 307-92143 Clamart Cedex
Phone: +33-(0)1-40-94-38-38
Spain
RICOH ESPAÑA S.A.
Avda. Litoral Mar, 12-14,
08005 Barcelona
Phone: +34-(0)93-295-7600
Italy
RICOH ITALIA SpA
Via della Metallurgia 12,
37139 Verona
Phone: +39-(0)45-8181500
Hong Kong
RICOH HONG KONG LTD.
23/F., China Overseas Building,
139, Hennessy Road,
Wan Chai, Hong Kong
Phone: +852-2862-2888
Singapore
RICOH ASIA PACIFIC PTE.LTD.
260 Orchard Road,
#15-01/02 The Heeren,
Singapore 238855
Phone: +65-830-5888
Model number: G031–17, G032–17
Printed in Japan
UE USA G031-8607A
Introduction
This manual contains detailed instructions on the operation and maintenance of this machine. To get
maximum versatil ity from this ma chine all opera tors sho uld careful ly read an d follow the ins tructi ons in
this manual. Please keep this manual in a handy place near the machine.
Please read the Safety Information before using this machine. It contains important information related
to USER SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS.
Notes:
The model names of the machi nes do not appear in the fol lowing pages. Che ck the model name of your
machine before reading this manual. (For details, see P.2
“Type 1 Printer”
, P.5
“Type 2 Printer”
.)
Descriptions in this manual Model name
Type 1 Printer RICOH LASER AP2000
Type 2 Printer RICOH LASER AP1400
Descriptions without the no te for identifyi ng the type of the prin ter are common for both models . Certain
types might not be available in some countries. For details, please contact your local dealer.
Power Source
RICOH LASER AP2000: 120 V, 60 Hz, 8.0 A or more
RICOH LASER AP1400: 120 V, 60 Hz, 6.0 A or more
Please be sure to connect the power cord to a power source as above.
Operator Safety:
This machine is considered a CDRH clas s I lase r devi ce, safe for office/ EDP use. Th e ma chine con tains 5-milliwat, 760 - 800 nanome ter wavelength, Ga AIAs laser diode. Direc t (or indirect reflected ) eye
contact with the laser b eam m igh t c aus e s eri ous ey e d am age . Sa fety pre ca uti ons an d in terl oc k m ec hanisms have been designed to prevent any possible laser beam exposure to the operator.
Laser Safety:
The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) prohibits the repair of laser-based optical unit
in the field. The optical housing unit can only be repaired in a factory or at a location with the requisite
equipment. The laser subsystem is replaceable in the field by a qualified Customer Engineer. The laser
chassis is not repairable in the field. Customer engineers are therefore directed to return all chassis
and laser subsystems to the fac tory or se rvice d epot when replace ment or the op tical subsyste m is required.
Important
Parts of this manual are subject to change without prior notice. In no event will the company be liable
for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages as a result of handling or operating
the machine.
Caution:
Use of controls or adjustment or performance of procedures other than those specified in this manual
might result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Do not attempt any mainte nance or troub leshooti ng other th an that ment ioned in this manual. Th is machine contains a laser beam generator and direct exposure to laser beams can cause permanent eye
damage.
Two kinds of size notation are employed in this manual. With this machine refer to the Inch version.
Ricoh shall not be resp onsib le for any damag e or exp ense that m ight res ult fr om the u se of part s other
than genuine Ricoh parts in your Ricoh office product.
For good copy quality, Ricoh recommends that you use genuine Ricoh toner.
Note to users in the United States of America
Notice:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circu it different from that to w hich the r eceiver i s connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Warning
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Caution (in case of 100BaseTX environment):
Properly shielded and grounded cables (STP) and connectors must be used for connections to host computer (and/
or peripheral) in order to meet FCC emission limits.
Declaration of Conformity
Product Name: Printer
Model Number: G031–17, G032–17
Responsible party: Ricoh Corporation
Address: 5 Dedrick Place, West Caldwell, NJ 07006
Telephone number: 973-882-2000
This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Properly shielded cables must be used for connections to host computer (and/or peripheral) in order to
meet FCC emission limits.
Network interface cable with ferrite core must be used for RF interference suppression.
Note to users in Canada
Note:
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Remarque concernant les utilisateurs au Canada
Avertissement:
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
In accordance with IEC Standard 417, this machine uses the following symbols for the main power switch:
a
means POWER ON.
b
means POWER OFF.
Copyright © 1999 Ricoh Co., Ltd.
Introduction
This manual contains detailed instructions on the operation and maintenance of this machine. To get
maximum versatil ity from this ma chine all opera tors sho uld careful ly read an d follow the ins tructi ons in
this manual. Please keep this manual in a handy place near the machine.
Please read the Safety Information before using this machine. It contains important information related
to USER SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS.
Notes:
The model names of the machi nes do not appear in the fol lowing pages. Che ck the model name of your
machine before reading this manual. (For details, see P.2
“Type 1 Printer”
, P.5
“Type 2 Printer”
.)
Descriptions in this manual Model name
Type 1 Printer SAVIN SLP20
Type 2 Printer SAVIN SLP14
Descriptions without the no te for identifyi ng the type of the prin ter are common for both models . Certain
types might not be available in some countries. For details, please contact your local dealer.
Power Source
SAVIN SLP20: 120 V, 60 Hz, 8.0 A or more
SAVIN SLP14: 120 V, 60 Hz, 6.0 A or more
Please be sure to connect the power cord to a power source as above.
Operator Safety:
This machine is considered a CDRH clas s I lase r devi ce, safe for office/ EDP use. Th e ma chine con tains 5-milliwat, 760 - 800 nanome ter wavelength, Ga AIAs laser diode. Direc t (or indirect reflected ) eye
contact with the laser b eam m igh t c aus e s eri ous ey e d am age . Sa fety pre ca uti ons an d in terl oc k m ec hanisms have been designed to prevent any possible laser beam exposure to the operator.
Laser Safety:
The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) prohibits the repair of laser-based optical unit
in the field. The optical housing unit can only be repaired in a factory or at a location with the requisite
equipment. The laser subsystem is replaceable in the field by a qualified Customer Engineer. The laser
chassis is not repairable in the field. Customer engineers are therefore directed to return all chassis
and laser subsystems to the fac tory or se rvice d epot when replace ment or the op tical subsyste m is required.
Important
Parts of this manual are subject to change without prior notice. In no event will the company be liable
for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages as a result of handling or operating
the machine.
Caution:
Use of controls or adjustment or performance of procedures other than those specified in this manual
might result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Do not attempt any mainte nance or troub leshooti ng other th an that ment ioned in this manual. Th is machine contains a laser beam generator and direct exposure to laser beams can cause permanent eye
damage.
Two kinds of size notation are employed in this manual. With this machine refer to the Inch version.
Savin shall not be responsi ble for any damage or expens e that mi ght resul t from the us e of parts ot her
than genuine Savin parts in your Savin office product.
For good copy quality, Savin recommends that you use genuine Savin toner.
Note to users in the United States of America
Notice:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circu it different from that to w hich the r eceiver i s connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Warning
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Caution (in case of 100BaseTX environment):
Properly shielded and grounded cables (STP) and connectors must be used for connections to host computer (and/
or peripheral) in order to meet FCC emission limits.
Declaration of Conformity
Product Name: Printer
Model Number: G031–17, G032–17
Responsible party: Ricoh Corporation
Address: 5 Dedrick Place, West Caldwell, NJ 07006
Telephone number: 973-882-2000
This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Properly shielded cables must be used for connections to host computer (and/or peripheral) in order to
meet FCC emission limits.
Network interface cable with ferrite core must be used for RF interference suppression.
Note to users in Canada
Note:
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Remarque concernant les utilisateurs au Canada
Avertissement:
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
In accordance with IEC Standard 417, this machine uses the following symbols for the main power switch:
a
means POWER ON.
b
means POWER OFF.
Introduction
This manual contains detailed instructions on the operation and maintenance of this machine. To get
maximum versatil ity from this ma chine all opera tors sho uld careful ly read an d follow the ins tructi ons in
this manual. Please keep this manual in a handy place near the machine.
Please read the Safety Information before using this machine. It contains important information related
to USER SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS.
Notes:
The model names of the machi nes do not appear in the fol lowing pages. Che ck the model name of your
machine before reading this manual. (For details, see P.2
“Type 1 Printer”
, P.5
“Type 2 Printer”
.)
Descriptions in this manual Model name
Type 1 Printer Gestetner P7020
Type 2 Printer Gestetner P7014
Descriptions without the no te for identifyi ng the type of the prin ter are common for both models . Certain
types might not be available in some countries. For details, please contact your local dealer.
Power Source
Gestetner P7020: 120 V, 60 Hz, 8.0 A or more
Gestetner P7014: 120 V, 60 Hz, 6.0 A or more
Please be sure to connect the power cord to a power source as above.
Operator Safety:
This machine is considered a CDRH clas s I lase r devi ce, safe for office/ EDP use. Th e ma chine con tains 5-milliwat, 760 - 800 nanome ter wavelength, Ga AIAs laser diode. Direc t (or indirect reflected ) eye
contact with the laser b eam m igh t c aus e s eri ous ey e d am age . Sa fety pre ca uti ons an d in terl oc k m ec hanisms have been designed to prevent any possible laser beam exposure to the operator.
Laser Safety:
The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) prohibits the repair of laser-based optical unit
in the field. The optical housing unit can only be repaired in a factory or at a location with the requisite
equipment. The laser subsystem is replaceable in the field by a qualified Customer Engineer. The laser
chassis is not repairable in the field. Customer engineers are therefore directed to return all chassis
and laser subsystems to the fac tory or se rvice d epot when replace ment or the op tical subsyste m is required.
Important
Parts of this manual are subject to change without prior notice. In no event will the company be liable
for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages as a result of handling or operating
the machine.
Caution:
Use of controls or adjustment or performance of procedures other than those specified in this manual
might result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Do not attempt any mainte nance or troub leshooti ng other th an that ment ioned in this manual. Th is machine contains a laser beam generator and direct exposure to laser beams can cause permanent eye
damage.
Two kinds of size notation are employed in this manual. With this machine refer to the Inch version.
Gestetner shall not be responsible for any damage or expense that might result from the use of parts
other than genuine Gestetner parts in your Gestetner office product.
For good copy quality, Gestetner recommends that you use genuine Gestetner toner.
Note to users in the United States of America
Notice:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circu it different from that to w hich the r eceiver i s connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Warning
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Caution (in case of 100BaseTX environment):
Properly shielded and grounded cables (STP) and connectors must be used for connections to host computer (and/
or peripheral) in order to meet FCC emission limits.
Declaration of Conformity
Product Name: Printer
Model Number: G031–17, G032–17
Responsible party: Ricoh Corporation
Address: 5 Dedrick Place, West Caldwell, NJ 07006
Telephone number: 973-882-2000
This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Properly shielded cables must be used for connections to host computer (and/or peripheral) in order to
meet FCC emission limits.
Network interface cable with ferrite core must be used for RF interference suppression.
Note to users in Canada
Note:
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Remarque concernant les utilisateurs au Canada
Avertissement:
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
In accordance with IEC Standard 417, this machine uses the following symbols for the main power switch:
a
means POWER ON.
b
means POWER OFF.
Trademarks
Microsoft®, Windows®, and MS-DOS® are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
®
PostScript
®
PCL
AppleTalk, Apple, Macintosh, TrueType, LaserWriter are registered trademarks
of Apple Computer, Incorporated.
IPS-PRINT™ Printer Language Emulation
DOCUMENT TECHNOLOGIES, INC., All Rights Reserved
Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and might
be trademarks of their respective companies. We disclaim any and all rights in
those marks.
Notes:
Some illustrations might be slightly different from your machine.
Certain options might not be available in some countries. For details, please con-
tact your local dealer.
is a registered trademark of Adobe Systems. Incorporated.
is a registered trademark of Hewlett-Packard Company.
©
Copyright 1988-1997, XIONICS
Note
The proper names of the Windows operating systems are as follows:
• Microsoft
• Microsoft
• Microsoft
• Microsoft
• Microsoft
®
Windows® 95 operating system
®
Windows® 98 operating system
®
Windows® for Workgroups operating system Version 3.11
®
Windows NT® Server network operating system Version 4.0
®
Windows NT® Workstation operating system Version 4.0
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Safety Information
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When using your equipment, the following safety precautions should always be followed.
Safety During Operation
In this manual, the following important symbols are used:
WARNING:
CAUTION:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions
are not followed, could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not
followed, may result in minor or moderate injur y or damage to property.
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WARNING:
•
Connect the power cord directly into a wall outlet and never use an extension cord.
•
Disconnect the power plug (by pulling the plug, not the cable) if the
power cable or plug becom es frayed or otherwise damaged.
•
To avoid hazardous electric shock or laser radiation exposure, do not
remove any covers or screws other than those specified in this manual.
•
Turn off the powe r and disconnect the power plug (by pu lling the plug,
not the cable) if any of the following conditions exists:
•
You spill something into the equipment.
•
You suspect that your equipment needs service or repair.
•
Your equipment's cover has been damaged.
•
Do not incinerate spilled tone r or used toner. Toner dust might ign i te
when exposed to an open flame.
•
Disposal can take place at our authorized dealer or at appropriate collection sites.
•
If you dispose of the used toner containers yourself, dispose of them
according to your local regulations.
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CAUTION:
•
Protect the equipment from dampness or wet weather, such as rain, snow,
and so on.
•
Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before you move the equipment.
While moving the equipment, you should take care that the power cord will
not be damaged under the equipment.
•
When you disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet, always pull the
plug (not the cable).
•
Do not allow paper clips, staples, or other small metallic objects to fall inside
the equipment.
•
Do not eat or swallow toner.
•
Keep toner (used or unused) and toner cartridge out of reach of children.
•
For environmental reasons, do not dispose of the equipment or expended
supply's wastes at a household waste a collection point. Disposal can take
place at our authorized dealer or at an appropriate collection site.
•
Our products are engineered to meet the highest standards of quality and
functionality. When purchasing expendable supplies, we recommend using
only those specified by an authorized dealer.
•
The inside of the machine could be very hot. Do not touch the parts with a
label indicating the “hot surface”. Otherwise, it could cause a personal burn.
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ENERGY STAR Program
As an ENERGY STAR Partner, we have determined that this machine model meets the ENERGY STAR Guidelines for energy efficiency.
The ENERGY STAR Guidelines intend to establish an international energy-saving system for developing and introducing energy-efficient office equipment to deal with environmental issues, such as global warming.
When a product meets the ENERGY STAR Guidelines for energy efficiency, the Partner shall place the ENERGY STAR logo onto the machine model.
This product was designed to reduce the environmental impact associated with office
equipment by means of energy-saving features, such as Low-power mode.
The ENERGY STAR Guidelines intend to establish an international energy-saving system for developing and introducing energy-efficient office equipment to deal with environmental issues, such as global warming.
This product was designed to reduce the environmental impact associated with office
equipment by means of energy-saving features, such as Low-power mode.
❖❖❖❖
Low-power mode (Energy Saver mode)
This printer automatically lowers its power consumption 30 minutes after
the last operation has been completed. To exit Low-power (Energy Saver)
mode, press any key on the operation panel. To change the setting of the Energy Saver mode, see P.125
❖❖❖❖
Specifications
Lower-power mode
(Energy Saver mode)
*1
Please refer to the inside of the front cover of this manual to confirm which printer
(Type 1 Printer or Type 2 Printer) you have.
“Making Printer Settings with the Operation Panel”
Type 1 Printer
*1
Power Consump-
tion
Default Time 30 minutes
Recovery Time 39 seconds or
30 W or less
less
Type 2 Printer
*1
39 seconds or
less
.
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Recycled Paper
-
Please contact your sales or service representative for recommended recycled
paper types that may be used in this machine.
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Manuals for Your Printer
Manuals for Your Printer
There are two manuals that describe the procedures separately for the installation of your printer and for the operation and maintenance of your printer and
its optional equipment.
To enhance safe and efficient operation of your printer, all users should read and
follow the instructions contained in the following manuals.
❖❖❖❖
Quick Installation Guide
Describes the procedures for installing your printer.
❖❖❖❖
Operating Instructions
Describes the procedures and necessary information on setting up and using
your printer and its optional equipment. (This Manual)
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How to Read this Manual
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Symbols
In this manual, the following symbols are used:
WARNING:
This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions
are not followed, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION:
This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions
are not followed, may result in minor or moderate injury or damage to property.
* The statements above are notes for your safety.
Important
If this instruction is not followed, paper might be misfed, originals might be
damaged, or data might be lost. Be sure to read this.
Preparation
This symbol indicates the prior knowledge or preparations required before operating.
Note
This symbol indicates precautions for operation, or actions to take after misoperation.
Limitation
This symbol indicates numerical limits, functions that cannot be used together,
or conditions in which a particular function cannot be used.
Reference
This symbol indicates a reference.
[ ]
Keys that appear on the machine's panel display.
Keys and buttons that appear on the computer's display.
{ }
Keys built into the machine's operation panel.
Keys on the computer's keyboard.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.Getting Acquainted
Features of Your Printer........................................................................... 1
Guide to the Printer................................................................................... 2
Type 1 Printer................................................................................................ 2
Type 2 Printer................................................................................................ 5
Operation Panel............................................................................................ 7
2.Installing Options
Available Options.................................................................................... 12
Type 1 Printer: Installing Options .......................................................... 14
Type 1 Printer: Installing the Paper Feed Unit (DLT) Type 2000................ 14
Type 1 Printer: Installing the Paper Feed Unit (LT) Type 2000................... 15
Type 1 Printer: Installing the Envelope Feeder Type 2000......................... 16
Type 1 Printer: Installing the Network Interface Board Type 2000.............. 16
Type 1 Printer: Installing the Memory Unit (SIMM)..................................... 18
Type 2 Printer: Installing Options .......................................................... 20
Type 2 Printer: Installing the Paper Feed Unit Type 1400 .......................... 20
Type 2 Printer: Installing the Envelope Feeder Type 1400......................... 21
Type 2 Printer: Installing the Network Interface Board Type 2000.............. 22
Type 2 Printer: Installing the Memory Unit (SIMM)..................................... 23
3.Configuring the Printer for the Network with the Operation Panel
Setting Up the IP Parameters................................................................. 26
4.Printer Drivers for Your Printer
Printer Drivers for Your Printer.............................................................. 29
5.Installing the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver
Installing the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver...................................... ..... ..... .... 31
Windows 95/98 - Installing the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver.............................. 31
Windows 3.1x - Installing the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver................................ 32
Windows NT4.0 - Installing the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver ............................. 34
Uninstalling the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver............................................... 36
Windows 95/98 - Uninstalling the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver.......................... 36
Windows 3.1x - Uninstalling the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver............................ 36
Windows NT4.0 - Uninstalling the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver......................... 37
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6.Installing the PostScript Printer Driver
Installing the PostScript Printer Driver................................................. 39
Windows 95/98 - Installing the PostScript Printer Driver............................. 39
Windows NT4.0 - Installing the PostScript Printer Driver............................ 41
Macintosh - Installing the PPD File............................................................. 44
Uninstalling the PostScript Printer Driver............................................. 47
Windows 95/98 - Uninstalling the PostScript Printer Driver........................ 47
Windows NT4.0 - Uninstalling the PostScript Printer Driver ....................... 47
7.Installing the Font Manager
Installing the Font Manager.................................................................... 49
Windows 95/98 - Installing the Font Manager............................................. 49
Windows 3.1x - Installing the Font Manager............................................... 49
Windows NT4.0 - Installing the Font Manager............................................ 50
Uninstalling the Font Manager............................................................... 51
Windows 95/98 - Uninstalling the Font Manager ........................................ 51
Windows 3.1x - Uninstalling the Font Manager........................................... 51
Windows NT4.0 - Uninstalling the Font Manager ........................................ 51
8.Printing a Document
PCL 6/5e - Accessing the Printer Properties........................................ 53
Windows 95/98 - Accessing the Printer Properties..................................... 53
Windows 3.1x - Accessing the Printer Setting Dialog................................. 54
Windows NT4.0 - Accessing the Printer Properties.................................... 55
PostScript - Setting Up for Printing....................... .... ..... ....................... 57
Windows 95/98 - Accessing the Printer Properties..................................... 57
Windows NT4.0 - Accessing the Printer Properties.................................... 58
Macintosh - Setting Up for Printing ............................................................. 59
Canceling a Print Job.............................................................................. 61
Windows 95/98 - Canceling Print Job........................................................ 61
Windows 3.1x - Canceling a Print Job ........................................................ 61
Windows NT4.0 - Canceling a Print Job ..................................................... 62
9.Paper and Other Media
Paper and Other Media Supported by Your Printer ............................. 65
Paper Types and Sizes............................. .................. ................................ 65
Precautions for Paper ................................................................................. 74
Printable Area ........................ .................................................. ................... 78
Type 1 Printer: Loading Paper and Other Media.................................. 79
Type 1 Printer: Loading Paper in the Standard Paper Tray........................ 79
Type 1 Printer: Loading Paper in the Bypass Tray ..................................... 81
Type 1 Printer: Loading Paper in the Optional Paper Tray ......................... 82
Type 1 Printer: Loading Envelopes.................................................. ........... 84
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Type 2 Printer: Loading Paper and Other Media.................................. 88
Type 2 Printer: Loading Paper in the Standard Paper Tray........................ 88
Type 2 Printer: Loading Paper in the Bypass Tray ..................................... 89
Type 2 Printer: Loading Paper in the Optional Paper Tray ......................... 90
Type 2 Printer: Loading Envelopes.................................................. ........... 92
10.Troubleshooting
Error & Status Messages on the Operation Panel................................ 97
Printer Doesn't Print.............................................................................. 105
Other Printing Problems....................................................................... 107
Removing Misfed Paper........................................................................ 110
When “Remove Misfeed: Front Cover&Tray” Appears ............................. 110
When “Remove Misfeed: Open Front Cover” Appears ............................. 111
Replacing the Toner Cartridge............................................................. 114
Cleaning the Printer .............................................................................. 117
Cleaning the Friction Pad.......................................................................... 117
Cleaning the Paper Feed Roller................................................................ 118
Cleaning the Registration Roller (Type 1 Printer only).............................. 122
11.Making Printer Settings with the Operation Panel
Menu Chart............................................................................................. 125
Accessing the Main Menu..................................................................... 126
Making Printer Settings with the Operation Panel............................. 127
Job Control Menu.................................................................................. 128
Job Control Parameters............................................................................ 128
Host Interface Menu.............................................................................. 136
Host Interface Parameters ....................................................................... 136
Maintenance Menu ........................................................... ..... .... ..... ....... 137
Maintenance Parameters ......................................................................... 137
List Print Menu....................................................................................... 138
List Print Parameters................................................................................. 138
Interpreting the Configuration Page.................................................... 139
12.Appendix
Memory Capacity and Paper Size........................................................ 141
Moving and Transporting the Printer.................................................. 142
Specifications........................................................................................ 143
Mainframe................................................................................................. 143
Options...................................................................................................... 146
Consumables......................................................................................... 149
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Features of Your Printer
Your printer is designed especially for office work groups, both for shared usage
within network environment, and for one-to-one usage by being connected directly to your computer.
❖❖❖❖
Time Saving
Superior features save time you spend on your print tasks.
• Fast Print Speed
*1
A4, 81/
" × 11", maximum printing speed from a standard paper tray.
2
• All Front Operation: From the front side, you can replace the toner cartridge, check indicators, and clear a paper misfeed if it occurs.
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Compact Body
Its compact body requires minimum space to place it on your desk or desk side.
*1
: 20 ppm (Type 1 printer) and 14 ppm (Type 2 printer)
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Network Connectivity
Your printer is network ready with the optional Network Interface Board Type 2000.
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Major Specifications
Type 1 Printer
Printing Speed
Maximum Print Quality True 1200 × 1200dpi resolutions (PCL 6, PS)
Emulations
Maximum Input Paper Size Paper Tray and Bypass
Standard Memory Size 8MB 4MB Maximum Memory Size
with Optional Memory
*1
Please refer to the inside of the front cover of this manual to confirm which printer
(Type 1 Printer or Type 2 Printer) you have.
*2
A4L, 81/
*3
A4K, 81/
2
2
" × 11"
" × 11"
L
K
20 pages per minute
PCL 5e, PCL 6, PostScript
Tray:
A3, 11" × 17"
40MB 36MB
*1
*2
®
Level 2
Type 2 Printer
14 pages per minute
Paper Tray: A4K, 8
11" (Letter)
Bypass Tray: A4K, 8
14" (Legal)
K
K
*1
*3
1
/
" ×
2
1
/
" ×
2
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Guide to the Printer
1
Type 1 Printer
Type 1 Printer: Exterior
Note
Please refer to the inside of the front cover of this manual to confirm which
❒
printer (Type 1 Printer or Type 2 Printer) you have.
3
4
8
1
2
5
6
7
8
11
Bypass tray
1.
Use to print onto thick paper, OHP transparencies, adhesive labels, custom size
paper, and envelopes as well as plain paper. When printing on custom paper size,
printer driver's settings are required.
Up to 100 sheets of plain paper (80 g/m
20 lb) can be loaded.
⇒ P.65
by Your Printer”
⇒ P.81
the Bypass Tray”
“Paper and Other Media Supported
“Type 1 Printer: Loading Paper in
2
9
10
12
Bypass Tray Extender
2.
Pull out this extender to load paper into the bypass tray when its length is longer than A4L or 8
Operation Panel
3.
Contains keys for printer operation and a
2
,
panel display that shows the printer status.
Power Switch
4.
Use this switch to turn the printer power on and off.
1
/2” x 11”L.
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Output Tray Extender
5.
Pull out this extender when printing on long paper.
Output Tray
6.
Printed output is stacked here with the print side face down.
Ventilator
7.
These holes help to keep components inside the printer from overheating.
Important
Do not leave the ventilator ob-
❒
structed or blocked. Doing so creates the danger of malfunction due
to overheating.
Front Cover Release Buttons
8.
Use these buttons to open the front cover.
Paper Tray
9.
Loads up to 250 sheets of plain paper (80
2
g/m
, 20 lb) into this tray for printing.
⇒ P.65
by Your Printer”
“Paper and Other Media Supported
Paper Size Dial
10.
Adjust this dial to match the size and feed direction of the paper loaded in the paper tray.
Back Plates
11.
Remove to install some options.
Parallel Interface Connector
12.
Plug into the interface cable that connects the printer to your computer.
Ventilators
13.
These holes help to keep components inside the printer from overheating.
Important
Do not leave the ventilators ob-
❒
structed or blocked. Doing so creates the danger of malfunction due
to overheating.
Power Cord
14.
Plug this cord into a wall outlet.
1
Type 1 Printer: Interior
Note
Please refer to the inside of the front cover of this manual to confirm which
❒
printer (Type 1 Printer or Type 2 Printer) you have.
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2
1
2
3
4
5
Pressure Release Levers (blue)
1.
Push down these levers when removing misfed paper.
Fusing Unit Lock Levers (brown)
2.
Push down these levers when replacing the fusing unit.
Fusing Unit
3.
Fuses the image onto the paper.
When “Replace Maintenance Kit” ap-
pears on the panel display, replace this
unit.
Toner Cartridge
4.
Includes toner and a photoconductor unit.
Front Cover
5.
Open this cover when accessing the inside of the printer.
6
8
7
Transfer Roller
7.
When “Replace Maintenance Kit” appears on the panel display, replace this
roller.
Registration Roller
8.
Feeds the paper. If it becomes dirty, clean it.
⇒ P.122
(Type 1 Printer only)”
“Cleaning the Registration Roller
Transfer Roller Cover
6.
Open this cover when replacing the transfer roller.
4
Type 2 Printer
Guide to the Printer
Type 2 Printer: Exterior
Note
Please refer to the inside of the front cover of this manual to confirm which
❒
printer (Type 1 Printer or Type 2 Printer) you have.
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6
7
8
8
1
9
2
3
10
12
1
11
Bypass Tray
1.
Use to print onto thick paper, OHP transparencies, adhesive labels, custom size
paper, and envelopes as well as plain paper. When printing on custom paper size,
printer driver's settings are required.
Up to 100 sheets of plain paper (80 g/m
20 lb) can be loaded.
⇒ P.65
by Your Printer”
⇒ P.89
the Bypass Tray”
“Paper and Other Media Supported
“Type 2 Printer: Loading Paper in
Bypass Tray Extender
2.
Pull out this extender to load paper into the bypass tray when its length is longer than B5Kor 5
Paper Tray
3.
Loads up to 250 sheets of plain paper ( 80
2
,
2
g/m
, 20 lb) into this tray for printing.
⇒ P.65
by Your Printer”
Operation Panel
4.
Contains keys for printer operation and a
panel display that shows the printer status.
1
/2” x 1/2”K.
“Paper and Other Media Supported
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Power Switch
5.
Use this switch to turn the printer power on and off.
Output Tray
6.
Printed output is stacked here with the print side face down.
Output Tray Extender
7.
Printed output is stacked here with the print side face down.
Front Cover Release Buttons
8.
Use these buttons to open the front cover.
Back Plates
9.
Remove to install some options.
Parallel Interface Connector
10.
Plug into the interface cable that connects the printer to your computer.
Ventilators
11.
These holes help to keep components inside the printer from overheating.
Important
Do not leave the ventilators ob-
❒
structed or blocked. Doing so creates the danger of malfunction due
to overheating.
Power Cord
12.
Plug this cord into a wall outlet.
Type 2 Printer: Interior
Note
Please refer to the inside of the front cover of this manual to confirm which
❒
printer (Type 1 Printer or Type 2 Printer) you have.
1
2
8
6
Pressure Release Levers (blue)
1.
Push down these levers when removing misfed paper.
7
1
2
3
4
5
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Fusing Unit Lock Levers (brown)
2.
Push down these levers when replacing the fusing unit.
6
Guide to the Printer
Fusing Unit
3.
Fuses the image onto the paper.
When ”Replace Maintenance Kit” ap-
pears on the panel display, replace this
unit.
Ventilator
4.
This hole helps to keep components inside the printer from overheating.
Important
Do not leave the ventilator ob-
❒
structed or blocked. Doing so creates the danger of malfunction due
to overheating of components inside the printer.
Operation Panel
Toner Cartridge
5.
Includes toner and a photoconductor unit.
Front Cover
6.
Open this cover when accessing the inside of the printer.
Transfer Roller Cover
7.
Open this cover when replacing the transfer roller.
Transfer Roller
8.
When ”Replace Maintenance Kit” appears on the panel display, replace this
roller.
1
1
Power
345
Panel Display
1.
The display shows the current status of the printer and error messages.
⇒ P.97
Operation Panel”
“Error & Status Messages on the
2
On Line
Error
2.
Tells you whether the printer is on-line or off-line.
Stays on while the printer is on-line (a
state in which the printer can receive data
from the computer).
Job Reset
MenuForm Feed
Data In
Escape
Enter
On Line indicator
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Stays off when the printer is off-line (a
state in which printer can not receive data).
Power indicator
3.
Stays on while the printer power is on.
Stays off when the power is turned off or
while the printer is in the Energy Saver
save mode.
Keys
Important
Pressing any operation key while the
❒
may cause data in the printer to be lost.
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234
Error indicator
4.
Blinks or lights up whenever any printer
error occurs. A message describing the
cause of the error also appears on the
panel display.
⇒ P.97
Operation Panel”
5.
Blinks while the printer is receiving data from a computer.
Stays on if there is data to be printed.
Data In
“Error & Status Messages on the
Data In indicator
indicator is blinking or stays on
On Line
1.
On Line
{
Press this key to switch the printer between on-line and off-line conditions.
2.
Job Reset
{
Pressing this key when the printer is online cancels the ongoing print job. ⇒ P.61
“Canceling a Print Job”
3.
Escape
{
Press this key to return to the previous condition on the panel display.
key
}
key
}
key
}
5
Job Reset
MenuForm Feed
67
Escape
Enter
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4.
{U}{T}
Use these keys to increase or decrease values on the panel display when making settings.
5.
Form Feed
{
Pressing this key during the off-line condition prints out all the data left in the
printer's input buffer.
Note
❒
This is doesn't work in the on-line condition.
keys
}
key
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6.
Menu
{
Press this key to make and check the current printer settings. ⇒ P.125
Printer Settings with the Operation Panel”
7.
Enter
{
Press this key to execute menu items selected on the panel display.
Press this key to clear some errors.⇒ P.97
“Troubleshooting”
key
}
key
}
“Making
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