Ricoh Aficio SP C232DN Especificações

1Model No.InformationIntroductionThis manual contains detailed instructions and notes on the operation and useof this machine. For your safety and ben

10ENERGY STAR ProgramImportant❒ The SP C231N model printer is not compliant with ENERGY STAR Program.❖ Low-power Mode (Energy Saver mode)This printer

Replacing the Waste Toner Bottle796F Close the bottle cap.G Hold the center of the new waste toner bottle, and then carefully insert ithalfway into th

Replacing Consumables806To prevent the waste toner bottle touching the intermediate transfer unit, donot lift the bottle while inserting it.H Push in

Replacing the Waste Toner Bottle816J Slide the transfer unit along the guide rails into the printer. When it stops,push on the green PUSH mark until i

Replacing Consumables826

837. Cleaning the PrinterCautions to Take When CleaningR WARNING:R CAUTION:Clean the printer periodically to maintain fine printing.Dry wipe the exter

Cleaning the Printer847Cleaning the Toner Density SensorClean the toner density sensor when the following message appears on the con-trol panel.“Toner

Cleaning the Toner Density Sensor857D To reattach the cyan print cartridge removed in step 2. Push it all the wayin carefully.E Close the top cover wi

Cleaning the Printer867Cleaning the Friction Pad and the Paper Feed RollerIf the friction pad or paper feed roller is dirty, a multi-feed or misfeed m

Cleaning the Friction Pad and the Paper Feed Roller877D Wipe the friction pad with a damp cloth.E Wipe the rubber part of the roller with a soft damp

Cleaning the Printer887G Slide Tray 1 along the rails, and push it carefully all the way into the printer.H Insert the plug of the power cord into the

11OthersSymbolsThe meanings of the symbols for the switches on this machine are as follows:• a:POWER ON.• b:POWER OFF.Note to users in the United Stat

Cleaning the Registration Roller and the Paper Tray897Cleaning the Registration Roller and the Paper TrayThe surrounding registration roller or paper

Cleaning the Printer907C Lift and pull Tray 1 carefully, and then pull it out with both hands.Place the tray on a flat surface. When there is paper in

Cleaning the Registration Roller and the Paper Tray917F Slide Tray 1 along the rails, and push it carefully all the way into the print-er.G Pull Front

Cleaning the Printer927I Close the front cover with both hands carefully.J Insert the plug of the power cord into the wall socket securely. Connect al

938. TroubleshootingError & Status Messages on the Control PanelThis section explains what the message that appear on the control panel meanand wh

Troubleshooting948Controller FW download failedController FW could not be downloaded.Turn off the main power, turn it back on, and then download the c

Error & Status Messages on the Control Panel958Replace (color) Print Car-tridgeThe printer is out of toner. Replace the print cartridge.See, p.71

Troubleshooting968Panel IndicatorThe following table explains the meaning of the various indicator patterns thatthe printer alerts to users about its

Printer Does Not Print978Printer Does Not PrintIf printing still does not start, contact your sales or service representative. Con-sult with the store

Troubleshooting988When the Printer is Directly Connected to a Computer via USB CableWindowsWhen the printer is directly connected via a USB cable to a

12Declaration of ConformityThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.Operation is subject to the following two conditions:A This device may n

Printer Does Not Print998Windows XP Home EditionA Access the [Control Panel] window from [Start] on the taskbar.B Click [Printers and Other Hardware].

Troubleshooting1008Mac OS XWhen the printer is connected to Mac OS X and the Ready indicator does notflash or light up, try the following procedures t

Other Printing Problems1018Other Printing ProblemsStatus Possible Causes, Descriptions, and SolutionsToner smears appear on the print side of the page

Troubleshooting1028Prints do not stack properly. • Paper is damp. Use paper that has been stored properly.See p.37 “Paper and Other Media”.• Pull out

Other Printing Problems1038Images are not printed in the right position• Adjust the printing position.You can adjust the printing position of tray 2 u

Troubleshooting1048After replacing a color print car-tridge, colorless dots appear in solid color printouts.Change the paper type currently selected i

Other Printing Problems1058The color of the printout is dif-ferent from the color on the computer's display.• The colors made using color toner a

Troubleshooting1068A color is missing or partially blurred.• Paper is damp. Use paper that has been stored properly.See p.37 “Paper and Other Media”.•

Other Printing Problems1078If the problem cannot be solved, contact your sales or service representative.If rubbed with your finger, it smears out.The

Troubleshooting1088Additional TroubleshootingNote❒ If the printer is still not operating satisfactorily, contact your sales or servicerepresentative.

Operating InstructionsHardware GuideRead this manual carefully before you use this machine and keep it handy for future reference. For safe and correc

1099. Removing Misfed PaperWhen Paper is JammedIf a paper jam occurs, the Alert indicator on the control panel flashes and one ofthe following message

Removing Misfed Paper11091. Remove Misfeed Internal PathThere is a paper jam in the fusing unit.See p.111 “When “Remove Misfeed Inter-nal Path” Appear

When Paper is Jammed1119When “Remove Misfeed Internal Path” Appears“Remove Misfeed Internal Path” appears when a paper jam has occurred inthe fusing u

Removing Misfed Paper1129Pull the paper downward to remove it. Do not pull it upward.If it is difficult to locate the paper, check for jammed paper by

When Paper is Jammed1139When “Remove Misfeed Tray 1” Appears”Remove Misfeed Tray 1” appears when a paper jam has occurred in Tray 1.Open the front cov

Removing Misfed Paper1149C Close the front cover with both hands carefully.Note❒ Do not pull out the paper tray (Tray 1).❒ If paper is jammed in Tray

When Paper is Jammed1159When “Paper Misfeed Duplex Unit” Appears“Paper Misfeed Duplex Unit” appears when a paper jam has occurred in the duplex unit.O

Removing Misfed Paper1169When “Remove Misfeed Paper Exit” Appears“Remove Misfeed Paper Exit” appears when a paper jam has occurred in thefusing unit.O

11710. AppendixIf the Printer is Not Going to Be Used for a Long TimeIf the printer is going to be inactive for a long time, follow the procedure show

Appendix11810C Pull Front Cover Open Lever, and then open the front cover with bothhands carefully.D Lower the blue fusing unit lever.E Using a coin,

IntroductionThis manual contains detailed instructions and notes on the operation and use of this machine. For yoursafety and benefit, read this manua

If the Printer is Not Going to Be Used for a Long Time11910F Close the front cover with both hands carefully.Note❒ This step is not necessary if the p

Appendix12010C Lower the blue fusing unit lever.D Using a coin, turn both gray knobs on the fusing unit 90 degrees clockwise(until the slots are verti

Moving and Transporting the Printer12110Moving and Transporting the PrinterR CAUTION:Repack the printer in its original packing materials for transpor

Appendix12210Moving the PrinterR CAUTION:Moving the printer in a short distanceA Be sure to check the following points:• The power switch is turned of

Consumables12310ConsumablesR CAUTION:Print Cartridge*1The printable number of pages is based on pages that are compliant with ISO/IEC19798 and the ima

Appendix12410Waste Toner Bottle*1A4/letter 5% test chart, 3 pages / job, printing in 50% monochrome/color.Note❒ The actual number of printable pages v

Specifications12510SpecificationsR WARNING:Main Unit❖ ConfigurationDesktop❖ Print ProcessLaser beam scanning & Electrophotographic printing4 drums

Appendix12610❖ Paper Input Capacity*1Paper weight: 80 g/m2 (20 lb. bond)❖ Power Source•220-240 V, 6A or more, 50/60 Hz•120 V, 11 A or more, 60 Hz❖ Pow

Specifications12710❖ Noise Emission *1Sound Power LevelSound Pressure Level *2*1 : The preceding measurements made in accordance with ISO7779 are actu

Appendix12810OptionsPaper Feed Unit TK1010❖ Paper sizeA4K and Letter (81/2 × 11 inches) K❖ Dimensions (W × D × H)400 × 450 × 127 mm (15.8 × 17.8 × 5 i

iPositions of RWARNING and RCAUTION LabelsThis machine has labels for RWARNING and RCAUTION at the positions shownbelow. For safety, please follow the

129INDEXAAdditional troubleshooting, 108Alert indicator, 4Attaching Memory Unit Type F, 20Attaching Paper Feed Unit TK1010, 17CCable cover,

130 GB GB EN USA M035-7509PPanel indicator, 96Paper and other media, 37Paper feed roller, 86Paper Feed Unit TK1010, 17, 128Paper not suppo

The meanings of the symbols for the switches on this machine are as follows:a:POWER ON.b:POWER OFF.TrademarksMicrosoft®, Windows®, Windows Server®, an

Operating Instructions Hardware GuideGB GB EN USA M035-7509

Operating InstructionsSoftware GuideRead this manual carefully before you use this machine and keep it handy for future reference. For safe and correc

IntroductionThis manual contains detailed instructions and notes on the operation and use of this machine. For yoursafety and benefit, read this manua

• The product names of Windows Server 2003 R2 are as follows:Microsoft® Windows Server® 2003 R2 Standard EditionMicrosoft® Windows Server® 2003 R2 Ent

iiDescription for the Specified ModelIn this manual, the following items explain about the printer for the specifiedmodels:This explains about the 220

iiiHow to Read This ManualSymbolsThis manual uses the following symbols:Indicates important safety notes.Ignoring these notes could result in serious

iiBe careful not to trap your fingers when opening or closing the top cover.Do not incinerate spilled toner or used toner. Toner dust is flammable and

ivTABLE OF CONTENTSManuals for This Printer...iDescription for t

vManual Duplex...35Memory Capacity and Paper Size..

vi6. Monitoring and Configuring the PrinterUsing Web Image Monitor...6

viiChanging to EtherTalk...103Mac OS X 10.4.x or earlier...

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11. Preparing for PrintingConfirming the Connection MethodThis printer supports network and USB connection.Before installing the printer driver, check

Preparing for Printing21Using as a network printerThis printer can be used as the Windows network printer, the NetWare printserver, or the NetWare rem

Installing the Printer Driver in a Network Environment31Installing the Printer Driver in a Network EnvironmentThis section explains how to install the

Preparing for Printing41Note❒ When you click [Finish], the [Digital Signature Not Found] dialog box mightappear. To continue the installation, click [

Installing the Printer Driver in a Network Environment51Installing the PostScript 3 Printer DriverImportant❒ Before installing the PostScript 3 printe

ivHow to Read This ManualSymbolsThis manual uses the following symbols:Indicates important safety notes.Ignoring these notes could result in serious i

Preparing for Printing61M Change the printer name if you want, and then click [Next >].Select the [Yes] check box to configure the printer as defau

Installing the Printer Driver in a Network Environment71Installing the Printer Driver to Use As a Windows Network PrinterThis section explains how to

Preparing for Printing81Installing the Printer Driver Using USBThis section explains how to install the printer driver that allows you to use thisprin

Installing the Printer Driver Using USB91K When a message appears informing you that the installation was success-fully completed, click [Finish].Note

Preparing for Printing101Installing the PostScript 3 Printer Driver (Windows 2000)Important❒ To install this printer driver, you must have an account

Installing the Printer Driver Using USB111Installing the PostScript 3 Printer Driver (Windows XP and Windows Server 2003/2003 R2)Important❒ To install

Preparing for Printing121Installing the PostScript 3 Printer Driver (Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008)Important❒ To install this printer driver,

Installing the Printer Driver Using USB131Troubleshooting USBProblem SolutionsThe printer is not recognized automatically. Turn off the power of the p

Preparing for Printing141If a Message Appears during InstallationWhen a message that shows the number 58 or 34 appears during the installation,the pri

Making Option Settings for the Printer151Making Option Settings for the PrinterMake option settings for the printer using the printer driver when bidi

vDescription for the Specified ModelIn this manual, the following items explain about the printer for the specifiedmodels:This explains about the 220–

Preparing for Printing161If Bidirectional Communication Is DisabledSet up option settings when bidirectional communication is disabled.Important❒ Mana

172. Setting Up the Printer DriverPCL - Accessing the Printer PropertiesThis section explains about accessing the printer properties and make the prin

Setting Up the Printer Driver182Making the printer default settings - Printing PreferencesImportant❒ You cannot change the printer default settings fo

PCL - Accessing the Printer Properties192Windows XP and Windows Server 2003/2003 R2 - Making Printer SettingsMaking the printer default settings - the

Setting Up the Printer Driver202Making the printer default settings - Printing PreferencesImportant❒ You cannot change the printer default settings fo

PCL - Accessing the Printer Properties212Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008 - Making Printer SettingsMaking the printer default settings - the [Pri

Setting Up the Printer Driver222Making the printer default settings - Printing PreferencesImportant❒ You cannot change the printer default settings fo

PostScript 3 - Setting Up for Printing232PostScript 3 - Setting Up for PrintingWindows 2000 - Accessing the Printer PropertiesMaking the printer defau

Setting Up the Printer Driver242Making the printer default settings - Printing PreferencesImportant❒ You cannot change the printer default settings fo

PostScript 3 - Setting Up for Printing252Windows XP and Windows Server 2003/2003 R2 - Making Printer SettingsMaking the printer default settings - [Pr

viInstalling the Operating InstructionsThe CD-ROM provided with the printer contains an HTML Operating InstructionsManual in HTML version. Follow this

Setting Up the Printer Driver262Making the printer default settings - Printing PreferencesImportant❒ You cannot change the printer default settings fo

PostScript 3 - Setting Up for Printing272Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008 - Making Printer SettingsMaking the printer default settings - the [Pri

Setting Up the Printer Driver282Making the printer default settings - Printing PreferencesImportant❒ You cannot change the printer default settings fo

293. Other Print OperationsForm FeedUse the form feed function to continue printing when a paper size or paper typeerror occurred.This function can be

Other Print Operations303Changing the Paper Input SettingUse the following procedure to change the paper input setting of the tray andcontinue printin

Canceling a Print Job313Canceling a Print JobThis section gives instruction to stop printing from the control panel or computer.Canceling a Print Job

Other Print Operations323CollateUse the Collate function to print documents into page-ordered sets.❖ CollateOutput can be assembled as sets in sequent

Cover333CoverUse the Cover function to insert cover sheets using paper in a specified tray.Note❒ The cover sheet's size and orientation must be t

Other Print Operations343WatermarkUse the Watermark function to print watermark text.Note❒ If the watermark size is larger than the paper size, waterm

Manual Duplex353Manual DuplexUse the manual duplex printing function to print on both sides of sheets.Important❒ This function is only available for t

2Laser Safety:This equipment complies with requirements of IEC60825-1:2001 for class 1 laserproducts.This equipment contains four AlGaAs laser diodes,

viiTABLE OF CONTENTSPositions of RWARNING and RCAUTION Labels ...iManuals for This Printer...

Other Print Operations363Memory Capacity and Paper SizeThis section explains about the printable paper sizes according to the printer'smemory cap

374. Direct Printing from a DigitalCamera (PictBridge)What Is PictBridge?Important❒ This function is only available for the SP C232DN model printer.Yo

Direct Printing from a Digital Camera (PictBridge)384PictBridge PrintingUse the following procedure to start PictBridge printing on this printer.Impor

What Can Be Done on This Printer394What Can Be Done on This PrinterThis printer can perform the following functions using its PictBridge feature.The s

Direct Printing from a Digital Camera (PictBridge)404Exiting PictBridgeUse the following procedure to quit the PictBridge mode.Important❒ Do not disco

When PictBridge Printing Does Not Work414When PictBridge Printing Does Not WorkThis section explains likely causes and possible solutions for problems

Direct Printing from a Digital Camera (PictBridge)424

435. Making Printer SettingsUsing the Control PanelMenu ChartThis section lists the parameters included in each menu❖ Paper Input❖ List/Test Print❖ Ma

Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel445❖ Host Interface❖ PCL Menu❖ PS MenuUSB TimeoutNetwork TimeoutNetwork SetupUSB SpeedOrientationForm L

Menu Chart455❖ LanguageNote❒ This items above might not appear on the display, according to machine model.EnglishGermanFrenchItalianDutchSwedishNorweg

viiiLoading Paper ...47Loading Paper in Tray 1...

Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel465Paper Input MenuThis section explains about paper settings on the Paper Input menu such as pa-per si

Paper Input Menu475❖ Paper Size: Tray 2Specify the paper size for tray 2.Default: A4 (210 x 297), 8 1/2 x 11• A4 (210 x 297), 8 1/2 x 11❖ Paper Si

Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel485List/Test Print MenuYou can print lists of configurations on printer or the paper printings.Also, yo

List/Test Print Menu495List/Test Print Menu ParametersThis section explains about parameter that can be set on the List/Test Printmenu.❖ Config. PageP

Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel505Maintenance MenuYou can set print conditions such as color registration and print starting position.

Maintenance Menu515Adjusting Tray RegistrationAfter installing the optional paper feed unit, you can adjust the registration oftray 2 if necessary.Reg

Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel525G Press {U} or {T} to display [Adjustment], and then press the {#Enter} key.H Press {U} or {T} to se

Maintenance Menu535Maintenance Menu ParametersThis section explains about parameters that can be set on the Maintenance menu.❖ Color Dens/RegYou can a

Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel545System MenuYou can set basic functions required to use the printer. The printer can be usedon factor

System Menu555System Menu ParametersThis section explains about parameters that can be set on the System menu.❖ Auto ContinueYou can make the Auto Con

11. Guide to the PrinterExterior: Front View1. Top CoverOpen this cover to replace the print cartridge.2. Control PanelContains keys for printer contr

Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel565❖ Energy Saver 1You can specify whether or not to switch to Low Power Standby mode.Low Power Standby

System Menu575❖ Auto Email NtfyYou can specify whether or not to send an error message to a preset e-mail ad-dress when an error occurs in the printer

Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel585Host Interface MenuYou can set configurations about network connections and communication. Thechange

Host Interface Menu595Host Interface Menu ParametersThis section explains parameters that can be set on the Host Interface menu.❖ USB TimeoutYou can s

Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel605• Gateway AddressSpecify the gateway address.When [DHCP] is set to [On], the gateway address cannot

PCL Menu615PCL MenuYou can set conditions when using PCL for printing.Changing the PCL MenuUse the following procedure to change the settings for Orie

Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel625❖ Point SizeYou can specify the point size you want to use for the default font between 4and 999.75

PS Menu635PS MenuYou can set conditions when using PostScript for printing.Changing the PS MenuUse the following procedure to change the settings for

Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel645Language MenuYou can set language displayed on the menu.Changing the Language MenuUse the following

656. Monitoring and Configuringthe PrinterUsing Web Image MonitorUsing Web Image Monitor, you can check the printer status and change settings.❖ Avail

Guide to the Printer21Exterior: Rear View1. Front Cover Open Lever2. Cable cover3. Memory coverRemove this cover to install the addition-al memory uni

Monitoring and Configuring the Printer666Displaying Top PageThis section explains how to display Web Image Monitor and its Top Page.Displaying Top Pag

Using Web Image Monitor676Displaying the Printer StatusTop page of Web Image Monitor contains two tabs: the [Status] tab and [Counter]tab.❖ [Status] t

Monitoring and Configuring the Printer686❖ User ModeIn this mode, users can view settings but cannot change them.1. PaperClick to display the [Paper]

Using Web Image Monitor696Access in the Administrator ModeUse the following procedure to access Web Image Monitor in the administrator mode.Note❒ When

Monitoring and Configuring the Printer706❖ NetworkDisplays the [Network] page.On the [Network] page, following operations are possible:• Checking the

Using Web Image Monitor716• HorizontalSpecify the horizontal width between 90 and 216 mm (3.54 and 8.50 inches).•VerticalSpecify the vertical length b

Monitoring and Configuring the Printer726Making the network related settingsYou can set configurations about network connection and communication.Impo

Using Web Image Monitor736Displaying Web Image Monitor HelpTo use Help for the first time, you need to install its source file from the CD-ROM provide

Monitoring and Configuring the Printer746Using Smart Organizing MonitorSmart Organizing Monitor allows you to make printer settings, such as inputtray

Using Smart Organizing Monitor756Note❒ To automatically display the Smart Organizing Monitor dialog box when er-rors occur, in the printer driver&apos

Inside31Inside1. Print CartridgeLoads from the printer rear, in the orderof cyan (C), magenta (M), yellow (Y), andblack (K).If the following message a

Monitoring and Configuring the Printer766Displaying the Printer InformationThe lower half of the Smart Organizing Monitor dialog box contains the foll

Using Smart Organizing Monitor776Displaying the job historyOn the [Job Log] tab, print jobs are displayed in the list.You can check the following info

Monitoring and Configuring the Printer786The procedure for printing the configuration page is described as an example.A On the [User Tools] tab, in th

Using Smart Organizing Monitor796Changing the paper settingsOn the [Paper Input] tab, you can change paper size and other paper settings.❖ Tray 1• Pap

Monitoring and Configuring the Printer806•Custom Paper SizeSpecify the custom paper size, when [Custom Paper Size] is selected.•Unit:Specify the unit

Using Smart Organizing Monitor816Making network-related settingsOn the [Network 1], [Network 2] and [Network 3] tabs, you can set configurationsabout

Monitoring and Configuring the Printer826Printer Status Notification by E-MailWhenever a toner cartridge becomes empty or paper is jammed, an e-mail a

Printer Status Notification by E-Mail836G Make the necessary settings:• Items in the SNMP Setting column: Configure the SMTP server. Checkyour mailing

Monitoring and Configuring the Printer846SNMPYou can use the SNMP manager to obtain information about the printer.The SNMP agent operating on UDP and

Reading the Configuration Page856Reading the Configuration PageThe configuration page contains the information shown below.❖ System ReferenceDisplays

Guide to the Printer41Control Panel1. Alert IndicatorLights up whenever a printer error occurs.Use Display to check the error.2. Ready IndicatorLights

Monitoring and Configuring the Printer866❖ Host Interface•USB TimeOut• Network TimeOut•DHCP• IP Address•Subnet Mask• Gateway Address•Frame Type (NW)•T

Reading the Configuration Page876❖ Counter List•Total Counter•B&W Counter•Color Counter• Duplex Counter❖ Error LogDisplays the error logs.Note❒ Co

Monitoring and Configuring the Printer886

897. Using a Print ServerPreparing Print ServerThis section explains how to configure this printer as a Windows network print-er. The printer is confi

Using a Print Server907

918. Special Operations underWindowsPrinting Files Directly from WindowsYou can print files directly using Windows commands; "lpr" or "

Special Operations under Windows928Using a Host Name Instead of an IPv4 AddressWhen a host name is defined, you can specify a printer by host name ins

Printing Files Directly from Windows938Printing CommandsThe following explains printing operations using the lpr commands.Enter commands using the com

Special Operations under Windows948A Formulate the printer's IP address or the host name of the hosts file printeras an argument and use the “ftp

959. Mac OS ConfigurationThis chapter explains how to use this printer under Mac OS X.The example procedures in this chapter explain configuration und

52. Installing the Printer andOptionsInstalling the PrinterThis section describes how to install the printer and perform settings after instal-lation.

Mac OS Configuration969Specifying the PrinterThis section explains how to make your computer recognize this printer.Using USBUse this procedure to con

Specifying the Printer979Using TCP/IPUse this procedure to connect the computer to the printer via Ethernet.The printer is automatically added, if the

Mac OS Configuration989Mac OS X 10.5A Connect the printer and computer using the Ethernet cable, and then turnon the printer's power switch.B On

Setting Up the PPD File999Setting Up the PPD FileMac OS X 10.4.x or earlierA On the desktop, double-click the hard drive icon.B Double-click [Applicat

Mac OS Configuration1009Setting Up OptionsUse this procedure to configure the printer's options.Mac OS X 10.4.x or earlierA On the desktop, doubl

Setting Up for Printing1019Setting Up for PrintingUse the following procedures to configure the printer.Making paper settings from an applicationA Ope

Mac OS Configuration1029Canceling a Print Job from the ComputerMac OS X 10.4.x or earlierA On the desktop, double-click the hard drive icon.B Double-c

Changing to EtherTalk1039Changing to EtherTalkUse the following procedure to configure a Mac OS X to use EtherTalk.Important❒ You need an administrato

Mac OS Configuration1049Configuring the PrinterUse the control panel to enable AppleTalk. (AppleTalk is active by default.)

Using PostScript 31059Using PostScript 3Use the PostScript 3 driver to print files.You can use the following functions if [Printer Features] is select

Installing the Printer and Options62R CAUTION:❖ Space Required for InstallationThe recommended (or minimum) space requirements are as follows:• Keep t

Mac OS Configuration1069❖ Color / Black and WhiteUse this function to specify whether the document is printed in color or blackand white.In the [Featu

Using PostScript 31079❖ Watermark Font TypefaceUse this function to select the watermark font typeface.In the [Feature Sets] list, select [Watermark T

Mac OS Configuration1089Using Smart Organizing MonitorThis section explains about using Smart Organizing Monitor under Mac OS X.Using Smart Organizing

Using Smart Organizing Monitor1099Displaying the Printer StatusIn the Smart Organizing Monitor dialog box, you can check the status of moni-tored prin

Mac OS Configuration1109Displaying the job historyOn the [Job Log] tab, completed print jobs are displayed in the list.You can check the following inf

Using Smart Organizing Monitor1119Printer ConfigurationClicking [Printer Configuration] on the [User Tools] tab enables you to change theprinter setti

Mac OS Configuration1129Changing the paper settingsOn the [Paper Input] tab, you can change paper size and other paper settings.❖ Tray 1• Paper SizeSp

Using Smart Organizing Monitor1139❖ Bypass Tray• Paper SizeSpecify the paper size for the bypass tray.A4 (210 x 297 mm), 8 1/2 x 11, B5 JIS (182 x 257

Mac OS Configuration1149Adjusting registrationOn the [Maintenance] tab, you can adjust color registration and print starting po-sitions.Normally, you

11510. AppendixSoftware and Utilities Included on the CD-ROMThe following software and utility are included in the CD-ROMs that come withthis printer.

Installing the Printer72❖ Optimum Environmental ConditionsPermissible and recommended temperature and humidity ranges are as fol-lows:• White area: Pe

Appendix11610Cautions to Take When Using in a NetworkUsing DHCPYou can use this printer in a DHCP environment.• Supported DHCP servers are those which

Using Adobe PageMaker Version 6.0, 6.5, or 7.011710Using Adobe PageMaker Version 6.0, 6.5, or 7.0Under Windows 2000/XP/Vista, or Windows Server 2003/2

Appendix11810When Using Windows Terminal Service/MetaFrameThe following explains how to use Windows Terminal Service and MetaFrame.Operating Environme

When Using Windows Terminal Service/MetaFrame11910LimitationsThe following limitations apply to the Windows Terminal Service environment.These limitat

120INDEX100baseTX, 110baseT, 1120 V model, ii220–240 V model, iiAAccess code, 78, 111Adjusting, 50, 80, 114Administrator mode, 67, 69, 7

121PPaper Input Menu, 46Paper mismatch, 29Paper settings, 69, 70, 79, 101, 112Paper size, 36, 46, 69, 70, 79, 112Paper type, 46, 69, 70, 79,

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Installing the Printer and Options82UnpackingTo protect it from shock and vibration during transit, this printer comes pack-aged in cushioning foam an

3Safety InformationWhen using your printer, the following safety precautions should always be fol-lowed.In this manual, the following important symbol

Installing the Printer92❒ Do not touch the print cartridge's photo conductor.❒ Do not touch the ID chip on the side of the print cartridge.A Remo

Installing the Printer and Options102C Pull Front Cover Open Lever, and then open the front cover with bothhands carefully.D Lower the blue fusing uni

Installing the Printer112F Carefully lift the blue fusing unit levers.G Close the front cover with both hands carefully.H Pull up Top Cover Open Lever

Installing the Printer and Options122I Remove the protection tape.J Take each print cartridge out.Gripping its center, carefully pull the print cartri

Installing the Printer132K Hold the print cartridge and shake it from side to side five or six times.L Check the toner color and location correspond,

Installing the Printer and Options142Turning the Power OnFollow the procedure below to turn the power on.R WARNING:Important❒ Make sure the power cabl

Installing the Printer152C Turn the power switch to ON.The Ready indicator on the control panel lights up.Note❒ Wait until the Ready indicator turns o

Installing the Printer and Options162C Press the {T} or {U} key to select the language, and then press the {#Enter}key.D Press the {Menu} key to retur

Installing Options172Installing OptionsThis section describes how to install options.By installing options, you can improve the printer performance an

Installing the Printer and Options182B Turn off the printer's power switch, and then unplug the printer's powercord from the wall outlet.C R

4Handling Power Cords and Power PlugsR WARNING: R CAUTION: • The supplied power cord is for use with this equipment only. Do not use with other applia

Installing Options192F After installing the option, print the configuration page to confirm the in-stallation.Note❒ When moving the printer, remove th

Installing the Printer and Options202Attaching Memory Unit Type F 256MB (DDR-SDRAM Module)R CAUTION:Important❒ Before touching the memory unit, ground

Installing Options212D Be sure to install the memory unit as shown.E To install the recommended memory, align the notch of the recommendedmemory with

Installing the Printer and Options222G Attach the inner cover, and then fasten the screw.H Attach the memory cover.I After installing the option, prin

233. Connecting the PrinterNetwork ConnectionFollow the procedure below to connect the printer to the computer through thenetwork. Prepare a hub, stra

Connecting the Printer243C Connect the other end of the cable to the printer's network, such as a hub.D Attach the cable cover.ReferenceFor detai

USB Connection253USB ConnectionImportant❒ USB2.0 interface cable is not supplied. Obtain it separately, according to thecomputer you are using.❒ USB c

Connecting the Printer263D Attach the cable cover.ReferenceFor details about settings for USB connection printing, see Software Guide.ASH091S

274. ConfigurationEthernet ConfigurationIf connecting the printer to a network using an Ethernet cable, set the necessarysettings, depending on the ne

Configuration284A Press the {Menu} key.B Press the {T} or {U} key to display [Host Interface], and then press the {#En-ter} key.C Press the {T} or {U}

5Handling the MachineR WARNING: R CAUTION: • Wait for 30 minutes or more after disconnecting the power plug before removing the transfer unit.• Before

Ethernet Configuration294G Press the {T} or {U} key to display [DHCP], and then press the {#Enter} key.H Press the {T} or {U} key to select [Off], and

Configuration304Using DHCP - Detecting the Network Address AutomaticallyImportant❒ When you use this printer in the DHCP environment, select [DHCP] fo

Ethernet Configuration314E Press the {T} or {U} key to select [On], and then press the {#Enter} key.The address detected by the printer will appear.F

Configuration324C Press the {T} or {U} key to display [Network Setup], and then press the {#En-ter} key.D Press the {T} or {U} key to display [DHCP],

Ethernet Configuration334Making Network Settings for Using NetwareIf you use NetWare, select the frame type for NetWare.Select one of the items below

Configuration344D Press the {T} or {U} key to display [Frame Type (NW)], and then press the{#Enter} key.E Press the {T} or {U} key to select the frame

Ethernet Configuration354A Press the {Menu} key.B Press the {T} or {U} key to display [Host Interface], and then press the {#En-ter} key.C Press the {

Configuration364

375. Paper and Other MediaPaper and Other Media Supported by This PrinterThis section describes the paper size, feed direction, and the maximum amount

Paper and Other Media385•Use the control panel to specify the size.•Use the control panel to specify a size as a custom size.The following sizes are s

6Handling the Machine's InteriorR WARNING: R CAUTION: • Do not attempt any maintenance or troubleshooting other than that mentioned in this manua

Paper Recommendations395Paper RecommendationsLoading PaperImportant❒ Do not use ink-jet printer paper because it may stick to the fusing unit andcause

Paper and Other Media405Setting the paper typeUse the control panel or printer driver to specify the paper type you want to use.❖ Control PanelPress t

Paper Recommendations415Envelope • The number of envelopes that can be printed in one minute is approximately half that of Plain Paper 1.• To prevent

Paper and Other Media425Envelope• To correctly specify the length of an envelope whose flap opens along its short edge, be sure to include the open fl

Paper Recommendations435Envelope• Before loading envelopes, flatten them out so that their curl does not exceed that shown in the illustration below.I

Paper and Other Media445Paper not Supported by This PrinterAvoid using the following paper as they are not supported by this printer.• Paper meant for

Paper Recommendations455Print AreaThe following shows the print area for this printer. Be sure to set the print mar-gins correctly by the application.

Paper and Other Media465❖ EnvelopeA Print areaB Feed directionC Approx. 4.2 mm (0.17 inches)D Approx. 4.2 mm (0.17 inches)Note❒ The print area may var

Loading Paper475Loading PaperThis describes how to load paper into the paper tray and bypass tray.R WARNING:R CAUTION:Loading Paper in Tray 1The follo

Paper and Other Media485B Push the metal plate down until it clicks into place to lock.C Pinch the clip on the side paper guide and slide it to match

7Handling the ConsumablesR WARNING: R CAUTION: • Do not incinerate used toner or toner containers. Toner dust might ig-nite when exposed to an open fl

Loading Paper495D Pinch the front end paper guide and slide it inward to match the standard size.When loading custom size paper, position the paper gu

Paper and Other Media505Make sure the paper is not stacked higher than the projection on the side pa-per guides.F Check there are no gaps between the

Loading Paper515G Hold the tray with both hands, slide it along the rails of the printer body,and then push it straight in.To avoid paper jams, make s

Paper and Other Media525B Pull Tray 1 carefully, then hold it with both hands and pull it out.Place the tray on a flat surface.C Push the metal plate

Loading Paper535After extension, make sure the arrows on the extender and tray are aligned.E Pinch the clip on the side paper guide, and then slide it

Paper and Other Media545F Pinch the front end paper guide and slide it inward to match the legal paper size.G Load the new paper stack print side up.M

Loading Paper555Make sure the paper is not stacked higher than the projection on the side pa-per guides.H Check there are no gaps between the paper an

Paper and Other Media565I Carefully push Tray 1 straight into the printer.To avoid paper jams, make sure the tray is securely inserted.Note❒ To reinse

Loading Paper575C Push the metal plate down until it clicks into place to lock.D Pinch the clip on the side paper guide, and then adjust the guides to

Paper and Other Media585Make sure envelopes are not stacked higher than the upper limit (lower line)mark inside the tray.G Carefully slide the paper t

8Positions of RWARNING and RCAUTION LabelsThis machine has labels for RWARNING and RCAUTION at the positionsshown below. For safety, please follow the

Loading Paper595Setting a paper size by using the control panelTo load paper whose size cannot be selected automatically, set the paper size onthe con

Paper and Other Media605F Press the {Menu} key.The initial screen appears.Specifying custom size paper for tray 1Important❒ When printing on custom si

Loading Paper615E Press the {T} or {U} key to display [Tray 1 Size: Custom Size], and then pressthe {#Enter} key.F Press the {T} or {U} key to select

Paper and Other Media625B Press the {T} or {U} key to display [Paper Input], and then press the {#Enter} key.C Press the {T} or {U} key to display [Pa

Loading Paper635Loading Paper in the Bypass TrayImportant❒ Set the size and direction of the loaded paper using the printer driver. Makesure the setti

Paper and Other Media645C Support the paper with your hands, and insert it carefully until it stops.D Start the printer driver and specify the paper s

Loading Paper655C Press the {T} or {U} key to display [Paper Size], and then press the {#Enter}key.D Press the {T} or {U} key to display [Bypass Tray]

Paper and Other Media665A Press the {Menu} key.B Press the {T} or {U} key to display [Paper Input], and then press the {#Enter}key.C Press the {T} or

Loading Paper675G Press the {T} or {U} key to enter the horizontal value, and then press the{#Enter} key.H Press the {T} or {U} key to enter the verti

Paper and Other Media685B Press the {T} or {U} key to display [Paper Input], and then press the {#Enter}key.C Press the {T} or {U} key to display [Pap

9Be careful not to trap your fingers when opening or closing the top cover.Do not incinerate used toner or toner containers. Toner dust might ignite w

Loading Paper695B Press down on the bottom plate until it clicks.C Pinch the clips on the side paper guide, and then adjust the guide to the papersize

Paper and Other Media705E Load the new paper stack print side up.Make sure paper is not stacked higher than the upper limit (upper line)marked inside

716. Replacing ConsumablesReplacing the Print CartridgeR WARNING:R CAUTION:Important❒ Store print cartridges in a cool dark place.❒ Actual printable n

Replacing Consumables726❖ When to replace the print cartridgeIf the Alert indicator on the control panel lights up and the following messageappears on

Replacing the Print Cartridge736❒ When removing print cartridges, be careful not to touch the Laser Scanning Uniton the underside of the upper cover (

Replacing Consumables746C Take the new print cartridge out of the box, and then take it out of the plas-tic bag.D Hold the print cartridge and shake i

Replacing the Print Cartridge756F Check the toner color and location correspond, and carefully insert theprint cartridge vertically.G Close the top co

Replacing Consumables766Replacing the Waste Toner BottleR WARNING:R CAUTION:❖ When to replace the waste toner bottleIf the Alert indicator on the cont

Replacing the Waste Toner Bottle776B Slide both levers on the front cover outward.C Hold both ends of the transfer unit, and then lift it up.D Hold th

Replacing Consumables786E Pull the waste toner bottle halfway out, grab the bottle, and then pull itstraight out.To prevent the waste toner bottle tou