Ricoh VC20 User Manual

Operating Instructions

Version 1.3-2

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Introduction

This manual contains detailed instructions and notes on the operation and use of the VC-20. For your safety and benefit, read this manual carefully before using the VC-20. Keep this manual in a handy place for quick reference.

Important

Contents 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.

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Manuals for this product

The manual provided is specific to the VC-20.

The manual is in PDF format. Adobe Acrobat Reader/Adobe reader is necessary to view the manuals.

Product description

The VC-20 is a USB 1.1 or USB 2 (full speed) interface for Digital Duplicators. The VC-20 can print directly from a PC to the Digital Duplicator. This will significantly improve the quality of printed material as well as speed up the printing jobs.

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Contents

Introduction............................................................................... 3

Manuals for this product ......................................................... 4

Product description .................................................................. 4

1. Getting Started .................................................................. 6

Basic Specifications ................................................................... 6

Digital Duplicator Driver Groups ............................................... 7

Package Contents VC-20 ............................................................ 8

2. Installing the VC-20......................................................... 9

Requirements.............................................................................. 9

Minimum Computer Specifications ............................................ 9

Optional Computer Specifications .............................................. 9

The VC-20 Software Components ............................................ 10

Installing the VC-20 Printer Driver and Utilities ...................... 11

Installation Procedure for Windows 98SE, Windows ME, Windows 2000, Windows XP and

Windows 2003 Server SE ......................................................... 13

3. Installing the VC-20 Hardware .................................... 2 0

Connecting the VC-20 .............................................................. 20

4. Basic Operation of the VC-20 ...................................... 22

Turning on VC-20 ..................................................................... 22

Turning off VC-20 .................................................................... 22

Printer Driver Properties .......................................................... 22

Setting and Monitoring Utility .................................................. 26

VC-20 GUIClient Functions ..................................................... 27

Printing job with use of the VC-20 ...........................................35

5. Uninstalling the VC-20 .................................................. 3 6

6. Troubleshooting ............................................................. 3 9

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1. Getting Started

Basic Specifications

Printer Language: ................................ Windows GDI

Supported Resolutions: .......................300 and 400 dpi

Graphics Screening: ............................Coarse, Fine, Line Art, Error Diffusion

Density control supported

Supported Drivers: ..............................Windows 98 2nd Edition, Windows

ME, Windows 2000, Windows XP and Windows 2003 Server (Standard)

Ports: .................................................. USB 1.1 or USB 2.0 (Full Speed)

On Board Memory: ............................16 MB

Supported Digital Duplicator

Brands: ...............................................Ricoh, Gestetner, Rex Rotary,

Nashuatec, Savin, Standard and Lanier

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Digital Duplicator Driver Groups

Driver Name Digital Duplicator Model

VC-20 B4 300 GDI DX 3440 / JP755 / CP6123b+ / JP785C

/ CP6200C

VC-20 LG 300 GDI DX 3340 / CP6143L / LDD120 /

3180DNP / SD360 / JP735 / CP6123L+ LDD735 / CP6123a+

VC-20 A4 300 GDI DX3240

VC-20 A3 400 GDI DX 4542 / CP6244+ / LDD245 /

3270DNP / SD430

VC-20 B4 400 GDI

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Package Contents VC-20

Check the following components are packed with the VC-20.

VC-20

Installation Sheet

Safety Sheet

Installation CD

Screws (x3)

Important Note:The VC-20 is not supplied with a USB cable.

This cable must be obtained separately.

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2. Installing the VC-20

This section gives instructions for configuring the printer, and installing software and connecting the printer and computer.

Requirements

Before using this printer, make sure all environmental and electrical requirements are met.

Before beginning the installation, ensure the following:

✤ Ensure all of the items needed to complete a successful installation are available.

✤ Read the documentation to become familiar with the installation procedures.

✤ Have the following additional items available:

- The User’s Guide for the relevant Digital Duplicator.

Minimum Computer Specifications

The VC-20 requires an IBM compatible computer with a minimum specification of:

Minimum Recommended

1. CPU 500 MHz 2GHz or more

2. Hard Disk Drive 1 GB Free space 1 GB or more

3. Memory 128MB 512MB or more

4. Port USB 1.1 USB 2.0

5. Operating System Win 98 SE or ME Win 2000 or XP or 2003 Server SE

Optional Computer Specifications

To use the VC-20 User Interface, the TCP/IP networking protocol is required.

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The VC-20 Software Components

The VC-20 software contains the following components:

VC-20PrinterServer

VC-20PrinterServer is the main software engine for the VC-20. It runs as a service application on the Windows operating system after installation.

Printer Driver

The GDI Printer Driver generates the print data.

USB Driver

The USB Driver enables the necessary support within the Windows operating system for the VC-20PrinterServer to communicate with the VC-20 hardware.

VC-20 GUIClient

The VC-20 GUIClient provides a graphical user interface which can be used to set and monitor functions of the VC-20. It is possible to print when the VC-20 GUIClient is not running.

Automatic Installer

The automatic installer on the CD-ROM assists to easily install all software components of the VC-20.

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Installing the VC-20 Printer Driver and Utilities

Important: Do not plug the USB cable into the computer before the VC-20

software has been installed.

In order to run this install procedure, ensure the computer has been logged on with administrative rights.

Before beginning the driver installation, ensure the Windows Operating System CD is available.

Before running this install CD, ensure all programs are closed and files saved.

The software is located on the VC-20 Printer Drivers & Utilities CD ROM. The VC-20 installation wizard will automatically run when the CD ROM is inserted into the computer.

VC-20 Printer Driver & Utilities autorun CD ROM

1. Insert the CD ROM into the computer.

2. Select the installation language required and click [OK].

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3. Select from the following options.

Quick Install - Installs the VC-20PrinterServer, VC-20 GUIClient, Printer Driver and USB Driver.

VC-20 GUIClient - Installs the Setting & Monitoring Utility software.

Select Language - Optional language selection.

Browse the CD ROM - Browsing of all the files and folders on the CD ROM.

Exit - Exits the installation wizard.

Readme - Additional information not available at the time the manual was written.

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Selecting Quick Install

Selecting the Quick Install button will automatically begin the installation procedure to install the VC-20PrinterServer, VC-20 GUIClient, Printer Driver and USB Driver. Follow the procedures below for the operating system, the VC-20 will be installed onto.

Note: The installation procedure is the same for all supported

operating systems. There may be minor differences in display of [Add Printer Wizard] as well, some order depending on the difference of operating system used.

Important: When installing on Windows 98SE or ME, the operating system

disk is required.

Installation Procedure for Windows 98SE, Windows ME, Windows 2000, Windows XP and Windows 2003 Server SE

1. Select the language required and click [OK].

2. Select [I Agree] to the VC-20 Software License Agreement.

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