Ricoh MP 3500, MP 4500 User Manual

Ricoh Aficio MP 3500/MP 4500 Series

B/W Multifunctional Systems

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Ricoh Aficio MP 3500/MP 4500 Series

MFP for the Value-driven Office

You need efficient, reliable office systems that put
busy workgroups in control of an ever-increasing
volume of documents—correspondence, financial
reports, contracts and presentations.

Offering exceptional performance to meet these

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demands, the versatile RICOH
digital systems support advanced network printing,
scanning and faxing in one compact platform.
And our industry-leading security technology protects
your vital business information at every stage.

Aficio®MP 3500/MP 4500

FastFlexibleUnmatchedIntuitive

Capture, Store and Distribute

For fast, convenient communication with colleagues,
clients and customers, scan your documents to your
desktop, network folder, e-mail or URL. For network­based information sharing and distribution, the TWAIN
compliant Ricoh Aficio MP 3500/MP 4500 Series is
ahead of the curve.

• Scan-to-Email—Easily search and send electronic documents for timely
and accurate delivery with LDAP.

• Scan-to-Folder—Ideal way to archive and share large files with multiple clients.
Support for common file formats (PDF, TIFF and JPEG) provides compatibility

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between varied operating systems and application software.

Network Printing MFP for the
Value-driven Office

The 466 MHz processor and 384 MB memory accelerate
print performance, producing general-office documents
with ease.

• For out-of-box network connectivity and fast data-transfer rates, the Ricoh
Aficio MP 3500/MP 4500 Series is equipped with 10/100BaseTX Ethernet
and USB 2.0 interfaces.

• You’re in complete control of print output with Ricoh’s innovative RPCS (Refined
Printing Command Stream), PCL5e/6 and optional Adobe
description languages.

• Full compatibility with today’s common platforms—Windows, Macintosh, AS/400,
Linux and UNIX—ensures seamless integration in virtually any environment.

• PDF Direct Print lets you send PDF files directly to a printer without even
opening the application, reducing network traffic and raising productivity.
Ideal for printing scanned PDFs.

Manage Documents with Confidence

Leverage the power of the Ricoh Aficio MP 3500/MP 4500 Series Document
Server as a virtual document library for archival and print on-demand applications.
Retrieved documents can be reprinted, refaxed, rescanned or downloaded to
your computer for editing.

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PostScript®3™page

RPCS is an easy-to-use, icon-based print
driver that enables you to apply and save
special settings, including duplexing and
finishing, for one-click job processing.

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Scan

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Aficio

MP 3500
MP 4500

Scan-to-URL improves information sharing
in your organization, while minimizing
network traffic.

on URL

Link

E-mail

with URL

Address

Rein In Expenses and Speed Communications
with Innovative Fax Technology

With a wide range of advanced fax communication
features available, the Ricoh Aficio MP 3500/MP 4500
Series offers busy workgroups walk-up and desktop
faxing convenience and economy.

• Quickly deliver e-mail or hard copy via Internet Fax and IP Fax, functions
that decr

• Efficiently send electronic documents to a remote fax machine via LAN Fax,
conveniently fr

• The Ricoh Aficio MP 3500/MP 4500 Series provides traditional walk-up faxing
via the high-speed 33.6 Kbps modem with standard JBIG compression.
For maximum send/r
Forward faxes directly to e-mail, hard disk or folder, ensuring that documents

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are properly routed.

ease operating costs by eliminating long-distance charges.

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oughput, add up to two additional fax lines.

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Files can be passwor
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even print and delete multiple docu­ments in a single operation.

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FaxPrintScanNetworkE-mail

Install, Manage and
Monitor with Ease

Ricoh’s comprehensive suite of utilities
smooths daily system monitoring and
simplifies installation.

Web Image Monitor enables you to set output parameters,

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check the status of toner and paper, and even reset the
system fr

• On-demand Status E-mail Notification enables IT to
remotely query the device for important system reports.

• With Auto E-mail Notification, the Ricoh Aficio MP 3500/MP 4500 Series
sends a report to a designated e-mail address if, for instance, paper is
low or out, to maximize uptime.

Safeguard Network and
Information Assets

The Ricoh Aficio MP 3500/MP 4500 Series
advanced security solutions help safeguard
your network and the information it carries
at all stages—input, management and output.

• Use Windows/LDAP Authentication with your existing network login
infrastructure to ensure that only those with a valid user name and
password can access system functions.

• Deter photocopying of confidential documents with Unauthorized
Copy Control, a requirement for any office responsible for creating
and distributing restricted information.

• Protect temporary data stored on the hard drive with the Ricoh
DataOverwriteSecurity System. Latent copy, print, scan, fax or
Document Server file data is overwritten, making any effort to access
and reconstruct residual data virtually impossible.

• With the Ricoh Removable Hard Drive, the Ricoh Aficio MP 3500/
MP 4500 Series’ hard drive can be removed and stored in a secure location.

om your desktop—all from your Web browser.

Anytime, Anywhere
Document Retrieval

The Ricoh DocumentMall™is powerful document management software
that is delivered as an on-demand service over the Internet. Seamless
integration with the Ricoh Aficio MP 3500/MP 4500 Series allows you to
upload scanned documents directly to DocumentMall
documents in one secure location; manage documents online from the
convenience of a PC; shar

otect documents with state-of-the-art security and facilities.

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DocumentMall
needs—from simple document archiving and disaster readiness, to global
sharing and collaboration.

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addresses a wide range of document management

e documents with anyone at anytime; and

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and store critical

Open Architecture

The Ricoh Embedded Software Architecture—an innovative Java (J2ME)­compatible softwar
of key applications that run on the Ricoh Aficio
MP 3500/MP 4500 Series, dramatically enhancing your organization’
workflow
be customized to meet your needs by controlling features such
as the operation panel, printing, saving files and scanning.

. The Ricoh Aficio MP 3500/MP 4500 Series can easily

e development platform—allows thir

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Your
Environmental
Partner

Ricoh continues its long-standing
commitment to developing office
solutions with environmentally­friendly and superior energy- and
supply-saving features, without
compromising productivity, including:

• Quick Start-Up (QSU) T

• Power-saving Sleep Mode

• Duplex and Combine Copy Modes
oner Recycling Mechanism

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• Inter

• Low Noise Levels

• Minimal Ozone Emissions

• RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) Compliant

echnology

Advanced Systems, that Deliver

Productivity soars with rapid 35/45 ppm and fast
first-copy speeds as the Ricoh Aficio MP 3500/MP 4500
Series effortlessly outputs your most complex jobs.

80-sheet Automatic Reversing
Document Feeder

Efficiently handles multi-page
and double-sided originals up
to 11" x 17".

Intuitive Control Panel and
Large Touch-Screen

Enables easy access to all system

One-Bin Tray

Additional
125-sheet output tray
separates copy output from
prints or faxes, and lights
up when output is present.
(option)

2,500-sheet Multi-Tray
Finisher

Multi-tray Finisher staples in several
positions and the optional hole
punch unit produces a variety of
document types. (option)

2 x 500-sheet Paper Tray

Provides ample on-line
access to paper sizes up to
11" x 17".

2 x 500-sheet Paper Bank

Increases paper capacity to 2,050
sheets for minimal workflow
interruption. (option)

functions.

Stackless Duplex Unit

Effortlessly creates two-sided copy,
print and fax output—cutting paper,
filing and postage costs in half.

50-sheet Bypass Tray

Holds special media, for example,
letterhead or colored paper.

1,500-sheet Large
Capacity Tray

Ensures continuous
productivity in high­volume offices by boosting
paper capacity to 3,550
sheets from six sources,
when installed with the
additional paper bank.
(option)

Select the Configuration based on the requirements for your office

For an affordable printing solution
with a flexible upgrade path for
scanning and faxing

For productive printing
and document handling

For total document needs
in a space-saving design

For secure document storage,
management and distribution
via the Internet

Ricoh Aficio MP 3500/MP 4500 Series

System Specifications

Engine/Copier Specifications

Configuration Console
Scanning Element Flatbed with Moving CCD

Printing Process Twin Laser Beam Scanning &

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System Memory 128/384 MB RAM

(std./max.)

d Disk Drive

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Document Feeder Standar
Copy Resolution 600 x 600 dpi
Grayscale 256 levels

e Adjustment

Exposur
Quantity Indicator Up to 999
Original Type Book/Sheet
Maximum Original Size Up to 11" x 17"
Copy Size 5.5" x 8.5" to 11" x 17"
Copy Type Plain Paper, Transparencies

arm-Up Time

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First Copy Speed MP 3500: 4.3 seconds

Continuous Copying MP 3500: 35 copies/minute (L

Speed MP 4500: 45 copies/minute (L

Recovery Time MP 3500: 10 seconds

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Power Sour
Dimensions 26.5"(W) x 34"(H) x 26"(D)
Weight 205 lbs.
Standar

Optional Paper Capacity 500 sheets x 2 trays

Paper Size 5.5" x 8.5" to 11" x 17"
Paper W

Standard Output Tray 500 sheets (8.5" x 11")

Capacity
Reduction Ratios 25%, 50%, 65%, 73%, 78%,

Enlargement Ratios
Zoom 25% to 400% in 1% increments
Standard Features Auto Magnification, Auto Paper

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d Paper Capacity

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Array Image Sensor

ophotographic printing

Electr

, Dual Component

Dry

40 GB standar

Manual & Automatic

MP 3500: 15 seconds
MP 4500: 20 seconds

MP 4500: 3.6 seconds

MP 4500: 15 seconds
120V/60Hz/15A

500 sheets x 2 trays
50-sheet Bypass Tray

1,500-sheet Large Capacity Tray
(LCT)

20 to 28 lb. Bond/64 to 105g/m
(Trays 1 & 2)
16 to 44 lb. Bond/52 to 163g/m
(Bypass)
20 to 28 lb. Bond/64 to 105g/m
(Duplex)

85%, 93%
121%, 129%, 155%, 200%, 400%

Select, Auto Tray Switch,
Background Numbering, Booklet/
Magazine Copy, Center/Border
Erase, Combine Mode, Cover
Insertion, Date Stamp, Directional
Magnification, Document Server
(3,000 file capacity), Electronic/
Rotate Sorting, 10 Job Programs,
Negative/Positive, OHP Slip Sheet,
Page Number Stamp, Paper
Designate, Series Copy, Pre-Set
and User Stamps, Touch-Screen
Control Panel, 100 User Codes
(optional 500 max.)

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Scanner Specifications (Option)

Scanning Speed Embedded Scanning

Scanning Resolution 600 dpi
Grayscale 256 Levels
Scan Area Up to 11" x 17"
Standard Interfaces 10/100BaseTX Ethernet
Optional Interfaces IEEE 802.11b Wireless LAN
Protocol TCP/IP, SMTP, SMB, FTP, IPX,

Memory Capacity 384 MB Shared
File Formats Single Page TIFF, JPEG, PDF,

Standard Features Embedded Scan-to-Email, HDD,

52 ipm (@ 200 dpi)

POP3, NCP, SNMP

Multi-Page TIFF, PDF

Folder, URL and TWAIN

Printer Specifications (Option)

Print Speed MP 3500: 35 ppm

CPU RM7035C 466 MHz

d Interfaces

Standar
Optional Interfaces IEEE 802.11b W

Memory Capacity 384 MB Shar
Network Pr
Network Operating W

Utilities SmartDeviceMonitor

Page Description PCL 5e/6 emulation*

Print Resolution Up to 600 dpi

Fonts for PCL 5e/6 35 Intellifonts, 10 T

Fonts for PS3 136 PostScript Fonts
Standard Features Form Overlay, Watermarks, Spool

otocol

Systems Server 2003, Netwar

Languages Ricoh RPCS

MP 4500: 45 ppm

10/100BaseTX Ether

Bluetooth
IEEE 1284

TCP/IP

indows 9x/NT4.0/2000/ME/XP/

Solaris, HP-UX, SCO OpenServer
Red Hat Linux, IBM AIX, Mac 8.6 -

9.2x, 10.1+, SAP R/3, NDPS
Gateway, IBM iSeries/AS/400
using OS/400 Host Print T

Web Image Monitor,
Web SmartDeviceMonitor,
DeskTopBinder V2 Lite

Adobe PostScript 3 (optional)

(2400 x 600 dpi with smoothing)

1 Bitmap, 13 International Fonts

Printing, Sample/Locked/Hold/

ed Print, Encryption

Stor

ireless LAN

ed

, IPX/SPX, AppleTalk

Fax Specifications (Option)

Circuit PSTN, PBX
Compatibility ITU-T G3

2

ResoIution 200 x 200/100 dpi

2

Compression Method MH, MR, MMR, JBIG
Scanning Speed 0.43 seconds (LEF)

2

Modem Speed 33.6 Kbps with Auto Fallback
Transmission Speed G3: 3 seconds per page

Memory 4 MB standard (320 pages)

Memory Backup 1 hour
Auto Dials 2,000
Group Dials 100 (max. 500 numbers per group)
ID Code Programming 4 digits
User Function Key 3 keys
Standar

Optional Features Simultaneous operation of up

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es

400 x 400 dpi (optional)

(MMR Compression)
G3: 2 seconds per page
(JBIG Compression)

28 MB maximum (2,240 pages)

Auto Document (6), Book T
mission, Dual Access, Duplex
Reception, Image Rotation

to 3 lines (G3 x 3); LAN-Fax
Capability, Internet Faxing (T.37),

.38), Fax Forwar

IP Faxing (T
E-mail/HDD/Folder with Scan/Print
Installed

PS530 Paper Bank (Option)

Paper Size 5.5" x 8.5" to 11" x 17"/

Paper Weight 20 to 28 lb. Bond/60 to 105g/m
Paper Capacity 2 x 500 sheets
Dimensions 21.3"(W) x 23.6"(D) x 10.6"(H)

T45 Large Capacity Tray (Option)

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Paper Size 8.5" x 11"/A4

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Paper W
Paper Capacity 1,500 sheets
Dimensions 15.4"(W) x 19.7"(D) x 15.4"(H)

One-Bin T

Paper Size 5.5" x 8.5" to 11" x 17"/

ray PT330 (Option)

A5 to A3

20 to 28 lb. Bond/60 to 105g/m

A5 to A3

net, USB 2.0

e, UNIX; Sun

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ransform

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rueType Fonts,

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ding to

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Paper W
Paper Capacity 125 sheets

16 to 28 lb. Bond/60 to 105g/m

SR790 Finisher (Option)

Paper Size 5.5" x 8.5" to 11" x 17"/

eight

Paper W
Stack Capacity Pr

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Staple Capacity 50 sheets (8.5" x 11");

Staple Position 3 positions (1 staple/2 positions;

Dimensions 20.7"(W) x 20.5"(D) x 31.1"(H)

A6 to A3
16 to 42 lb. Bond/60 to 157g/m

oof Tray: 250 sheets
(8.5" x 11" or smaller);
50 sheets (8.5" x 14" or larger)

ray: 1,000 sheets

Shift T
(8.5" x 11" or smaller);
500 sheets
(8.5" x 14" or larger)

30 sheets (8.5" x 14" or larger)

2 staples/1 position)

SR880 Multi-Tray Finisher (Option)

Paper Size 5.5" x 8.5" to 11" x 17"/

eight

Paper W
Stack Capacity Upper T

Staple Capacity 50 sheets (8.5" x 11");

Staple Position 4 positions (1 staple/3 positions;

Dimensions 26.8"(W) x 24.4"(D) x 40.6"(H)

A6 to A3
14 to 43 lb. Bond/52 to 163g/m

ray: 500 sheets
(8.5" x 11");
250 sheets (8.5" x 14" or larger);
100 sheets (5.5" x 8.5")
Lower Tray: 2,000 sheets
(8.5" x 11"); 100 sheets
(5.5" x 8.5"); 750 sheets
(8.5" x 14" or larger)

30 sheets (8.5" x 14" or larger)

2 staples/1 position)

SR890 Booklet Finisher (Option)

Paper Size 5.5" x 8.5" to 11" x 17"/

Paper Weight 14 to 43 lb. Bond/52 to 163g/m
Stack Capacity Upper Tray: 150 sheets

Staple Capacity 50 sheets (8.5" x 11" or smaller);

Booklet Tray 10 sets (11 to 15 sheets)
Capacity 15 sets (6 to 10 sheets)

Booklet Staple 15 sheets

Capacity

Booklet Staple

Position 2 staples/2 positions; plus saddle

Dimensions 27.1"(W) x 24.5"(D) x 41.5"(H)

A5 to A3

(8.5" x 11" or smaller);
75 sheets (8.5" x 14" or larger)
Lower Tray: 1,000 sheets
(8.5" x 11" or smaller);
500 sheets (8.5" x 14" or larger)

30 sheets (8.5" x 14" or larger)

25 sets (less than 5 sheets)

4 positions (1 staple/2 positions;

stitch)

2/3 Hole Punch Kit Type 1045 (Option)

eight

Paper W
Application For SR880 Multi-tray Finisher only

2

14 to 43 lb. Bond/52 to 163g/m

Additional Options

Bridge Unit T
Fax Type 3045, Handset Type 450, G3 Interface Type 3045,
Removable Har
Drive Type 3045, Printer/Scanner Unit Type 4500, PostScript

2

ype 4500, Key Counter Bracket T

T
Format Converter Type B, Copy Data Security Unit Type A,
FAC25 Cabinet, 32 MB Fax Memory, User Account
Enhancement Kit Type E, IEEE 1284 Interface Board Type A,
Bluetooth Interface Unit Type 3245, IEEE 802.11b Interface Unit
Type H, Network Enhancement Kit Type 4500P, VM Card Type B

*Option for Ricoh MP 3500P/MP 4500P configurations.

ype 2045, Scanner Accessibility Option T

ype 3045, Additional Removable Har

d Drive T

ype H, DOSS T

2

2

2

2

flexible

2

ype 3045,

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ype D, File

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