Ricoh GX5050N User Guide
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Introduction ...12 Trademarks ...12 Disclaimer ...13 Manuals for This Printer ...13 How to Read This Manual ...14 Screen Navigation ...14 Useful Functions...15 Symbols ...16 Removing the User Guide ...17 Guide to Components...18 Printer Body...18 Printer Rear ...19 Control Panel ...20 Option ...21 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 2
Paper into Bypass Tray (optional) ...43 Replacing Consumables Replacing a Print Cartridge ...45 Checking the Remaining Ink ...45 Replacing a Print Cartridge ...47 Handling Print Cartridges...49 Making Printer Settings Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel ...52 Paper Input Menu...54 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 3
Settings to Their Defaults ...85 Specifying an I/O Timeout ...85 Troubleshooting Printing Will Not Start ...89 Power Cannot Be Turned On ...89 Paper Will Not Feed Even When the Power Is On ...89 An Error Occurs ...89 Points to Remember when Printer Sharing under Windows 98/Me 90 Paper Is Not Fed or - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 4
...126 Cartridge End ...128 Cartridge/Print-head Tank Empty...129 When the Ink Collector Unit is Almost Full/Full...130 Ink Collector Unit Not Detected ...130 Out of Printable Temperature Range...131 Printer Error...131 Network Interface Board Error ...131 Adjusting the Printer ...133 Inquiries - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 5
the PCL or RPCS Raster Printer Driver ...158 Using as the Windows Network Printer ...160 Installing the PCL or RPCS Raster Printer Driver ...160 Using as the NetWare Print Server/Remote Printer ...162 Form Feed...163 Banner Page ...163 Printing after Resetting the Printer...163 If a Message Appears - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 6
Photos...187 Printing Low Resolution Images Smoothly ...187 Changing the Dither Pattern...188 Using Error Diffusion ...188 Changing the Colour Profiling Pattern ...189 Printing Grayscale Images Using Black or CMYK 189 Printing Text in Black ...190 Using ICM...191 Adjusting Brightness, Contrast, and - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 7
Adjusting Colour Balance...192 Printing a Whole Page as an Image...193 Changing the Image Data Process ...193 Printing with Particular CMYK Colours ...194 Emphasizing Bold Type According to the Font Size ...195 Changing the Method of Extracting TrueType Fonts...195 Printing Images Vividly ...196 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 8
a Custom Setting Using a Custom Setting File 218 Updating Custom Settings According to the Current Printer Configuration 218 Supporting Multi-Languages ...220 Monitoring and Configuring the Printer Using the Status Monitor ...222 Receiving Notification of Print Job Status via the Status Monitor - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 9
(NetWare 5.1, NetWare 6.5 247 Additional Information Checking the Current Printer Driver Version...251 Software on the CD-ROM...252 Files...252 RPCS Raster Printer Drivers ...252 PCL Printer Drivers ...253 SmartDeviceMonitor for Client ...254 Manuals (HTML files) ...254 Cautions to Take When Using - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 10
RSA BSAFE® ...266 OpenSSL...266 OpenSSL License ...267 10 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 11
Introduction ...12 Trademarks ...12 Disclaimer ...13 Manuals for This Printer ...13 How to Read This Manual ...14 Screen Navigation ...14 Useful Functions...15 Symbols ...16 Removing the User Guide ...17 Guide to Components...18 Printer Body...18 Printer Rear ...19 Control Panel ...20 Option ...21 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 12
machine, all operators are requested to read this manual carefully and follow the instructions. Please keep this manual in a handy place near the machine. For is a trademark of the UPnP Implementers Corporation. IPS-PRINT Printer Language Emulation Copyright© 1999-2000 Oak Technology, Inc., All - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 13
use the User Guide. It also contains troubleshooting procedures to follow if the installation fails. User Guide (HTML) This guide, which is on the "Drivers, Manual & Utility" CD-ROM, explains in detail how to use the printer. The guide explains how to make network and printer driver settings, and - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 14
to read the Safety Information in the Setup Handbook before using the machine. This section describes the items that appear in the User Guide. z The content of this manual is subject to change without prior notice. In no event will the company be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 15
Guide describes procedures using Windows 2000 as an example. Procedures under other operating systems may differ. Screens vary according to the operating environment. z Two kinds of size notation are employed in this manual which are optimized for reading the manuals. 2. Search Use keywords to search - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 16
. Symbols The following set of symbols is used in this manual. Indicates important safety notes. Ignoring these notes could result in . Indicates supplementary explanations of the machine's functions, and instructions on resolving user errors. This symbol is located at the end of sections. - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 17
then point to [Programs]. 2. Point to the installed [Product name], and then click [Uninstall User Guide]. 3. Follow the instructions that appear to remove the User Guide. Removing the User Guide using [Add/Remove Programs] 1. Open [My Computer], and then open [Control Panel]. 2. Double-click [Add - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 18
Guide to Components The names and functions of parts of the printer body, control panel, and options are explained. Printer Body This is a front view of the printer position . 3. Print cartridge (yellow) 4. Print cartridge (magenta) 5. Print cartridge (cyan) 6. Print cartridge (black) 7. Right - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 19
Do not lean anything against the vent or block it in any way. If the inside of the printer gets too warm, a breakdown could occur. 3. Paper feed wheel Use to wind out paper jammed around the guide board. 4. Power cord Plug the power cord into a wall outlet. Connect the grounding wire attached to the - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 20
and stay lit. z The [Power] key will also blink when the printer is processing data. z When the power is turned off, the key will blink slowly until the printer has completely shut down at which point the key will be dark. z means "standby". 2. [Job Reset] key When the printer is online, press this - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 21
printer error occurs. A red light indicates an error has occurred that makes printing impossible; the yellow light indicates a potential error during printing. If the red light is on, follow the instructions 2 You can load plain paper and inkjet plain paper in this tray. 2. Tray cover This is attached - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 22
Bypass Tray Type BY1000 Use this tray to feed in sheets manually. 1. Bypass tray Load paper here. 2. Bypass tray extension You can pull this bypass tray extension out by 2 clicks. Pull this out according to the paper size. Detaching and Reattaching the Multi Bypass Tray (Optional) To clear a paper - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 23
Read This First 4. Reattach the multi bypass tray. 5. Pull the bypass tray extension out. 6. Load paper in the bypass tray. 23 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 24
leaks See p.211 "Unauthorized Copy Control". Automatically selecting the tray for printing See p.52 "Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel". Notifying the printer status by e-mail on an occasion such as if the printer runs out or paper or paper is jammed See p.230 "Notifying the - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 25
Paper Paper Compatible Paper Types ...26 Loadable Paper Sizes and Quantities ...27 Paper Handling Precautions ...30 Loading Precautions...30 Paper Storage Precautions...31 Paper Type Precautions...31 Non-compatible Paper...32 Printable Area...33 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 26
off. Glossy photo paper can be used in this machine provided it is compatible with pigmented inks. z Inkjet transparency Transparency film for equipment such as overhead projectors is designed for the pigmented inks used by the machine. Film for plain paper copiers cannot be used because it does not - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 27
You can load in each tray the paper of the following size and number. Tray 1 Type Plain / Inkjet Plain Paper Glossy Paper Inkjet Transparency Envelope Size A4 (210 × 297 mm) A5 (148 × 210 mm) A6 (105 × 148 mm) B5 (182 × 257 mm) Letter (8 1/2" × 11") Legal (8 1/2" × 14") 5 1/2" × 8 1/2" Executive - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 28
Paper Bypass Tray Unit Type Plain / Inkjet Plain Paper Glossy Paper Inkjet Transparency Envelope Size A4 (210 × 297 mm) B5 (182 × 257 mm) Letter (8 1/2" × 11") Legal (8 1/2" × 14") 5 1/2" × 8 1/2" Executive (7 1/4" × 10 1/2") 16K (195 × 267 mm) Custom paper sizes 210-356mm(length), 148216mm(width - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 29
Paper Type Size Thick Paper capacity Maximum paper capacity: 20sheets Maximum paper output capacity: 20sheets *1 Under the PCL driver, the available custom size is 127-355.6 mm (length) × 55-215.9 mm (width). z Load all custom-sized paper in the portrait orientation. 29 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 30
Paper Paper Handling Precautions To ensure optimum print results, take care when handling paper before and after printing. Loading Precautions z Use compatible paper. z Load paper with the print side face down in the paper trays. z Load paper with the paper grain parallel to the feed direction. z Do - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 31
dry. With duplex printing, the ink may smear or rub off. Using the printer driver, specify how long to wait inkjet plain paper. z When using these sheets, see the instructions supplied with them. z To print photographs or other high-resolution images, set [Print Quality] to [Quality priority]. Inkjet - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 32
out. z If printing comes out streaked, adjust the paper feed level.. z Use at z When using these sheets, see the instructions supplied with them. Envelopes z Up to lb.). z You can insert paper with weights up to 255 g/m2 (485.0 lb.) ink may smudge. z The ink may smear depending on the type of image. - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 33
Paper z stapled or clipped together z dark in places z irregular in length and proportion z Even if compatible paper types are used, print quality may be lower than usual or paper jams may occur if the paper was improperly stored. Printable Area Printable and unprintable areas 1. Feed Direction 2. - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 34
. z p.181 "Printing on Thick Paper" Loading Paper into Tray 1 Follow the procedure below to load paper into tray 1. A4/Letter size paper is loaded here. Load A4/Letter size paper in orientation. 1. Lift the output tray. 2. Hold the Tray 1 grip, pull the tray halfway out, lift it slightly, and - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 35
on both sides, and then adjust them according to the paper size. Beforehand, make sure to squeeze the front end paper guide, and then expand the guide. 4. Load paper with the print side face down but not over the limit mark. 5. Squeeze the front end paper guide, and then slide it to meet the edge - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 36
Letter (Tray1) Follow the procedure below to use the paper tray extension for paper larger than A4/Letter size, such as Legal size paper. A Legal size paper is loaded here. Load Legal size paper in orientation. 1. Lift the output tray. 2. Pull out tray 1. Pull tray 1 completely out. Take care not to - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 37
the tabs back into place to lock the paper tray extension into position. 6. Squeeze the paper guide release, and then slide the paper guides into position according to the paper size. Do not use the paper tray extension for A4 (Letter) size paper or smaller paper. Use it only for long paper. 37 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 38
Paper 7. Load paper with the print side face down but not over the limit mark. 8. Squeeze the front end paper guide, and then slide it to meet the edge of the paper. 9. Push tray 1 gently in until it stops. 10. Pull out the output tray, and then lower it. 11. Pull out the output tray extension. 38 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 39
/Letter size paper is loaded here. Load A4/Letter size paper in orientation. 1. Hold the grip on tray 2, lift the tray slightly, and then pull it out. z Pull tray 2 completely out. Take care not to drop it. 2. Lift off the cover. 3. Load paper print side down, and then adjust the paper guide to the - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 40
Paper 4. Load paper with the print side face down but not over the limit mark. z To load 250 or more sheets of paper, first load about 200 sheets, and then load the remaining sheets, making sure the paper does not exceed the limit mark. 5. Re-attach the cover. 6. Push tray 2 gently in until it stops - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 41
Loading Paper Larger than A4/Letter (Tray2) Follow the procedure below to use the paper tray extension for paper larger than A4/Letter size, such as Legal/ 8 1/2" × 14" size paper. 1. Hold the grip on tray 2, lift the tray slightly, and then pull it out. Pull tray 2 completely out. Take care not to - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 42
into place to lock the paper tray extension into position. 6. Load paper print side down, and then adjust the paper guide to the paper size. Do not use the paper tray extension for A4 (Letter) size paper or smaller paper. Use it only for long paper. To load 250 or more sheets of paper - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 43
8. Push tray 2 gently in until it stops. Loading Paper into Bypass Tray (optional) Follow the procedure below to load paper into bypass tray. A4/Letter size paper is loaded here. 1. Pull the bypass tray extension out all the way. 2. Load paper in the bypass tray with the side to be printed - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 44
Replacing Consumables Replacing Consumables Replacing a Print Cartridge ...45 Checking the Remaining Ink ...45 Replacing a Print Cartridge ...47 Handling Print Cartridges...49 J0116601_1.01 Copyright © 2005, 2006 All rights reserved. 44 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 45
the procedure below to replace a Print cartridge. Checking the Remaining Ink Follow the procedure below to check when to replace Print cartridges using the Status monitor or the cartridge replacement indicators. Checking the cartridge replacement indicators of the printer control panel In the above - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 46
Consumables 4. Check the cartridge status. In the illustration above, the cyan Print cartridge is empty. If the background of the image in the top left corner of dialog box is yellow, the indicated cartridge is empty. Replace the cartridge. In this illustration, the cyan ink has completely run out - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 47
Replacing Consumables If the background of the image in the top left corner of dialog box is red, the printer has run out of the indicated ink. Replace the cartridge. From left to right, the cartridge replacement indicators display the status of the black (K), cyan (C), magenta (M), and yellow (Y) - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 48
Replacing Consumables z Keep the ink or ink container out of reach of children. z Take care to install the cartridges in the correct position. 1. Remove the Print cartridges' packaging. If multiple cartridges are empty, replace all the empty cartridges. You can shorten the time for needed - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 49
be installed in the printer. z Do not touch the ink supply port of Print cartridges. z Do not shake Print cartridges strongly. Ink may leak out. z Do not take apart Print cartridges. z Do not open the right front cover except when installing Print cartridges. Do not turn off the power or unplug the - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 50
cartridges z Avoid storing Print cartridges in hot or freezing places. Ink consumption z In addition to printing, ink is consumed when the power is turned on, head cleaning is performed, or Print cartridges are installed. z The amount of ink consumed during cleaning depends on the cartridge size - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 51
Menu...76 Language Menu ...77 Changing the Language Menu...77 Maintaining the Printer Using Utilities ...78 Nozzle Check ...78 Head-cleaning...79 Head-flushing...80 Adjust Print-head Positions...80 Registration...82 Adjust Paper Feed ...83 Restore Defaults/Other Settings ...85 Restoring the Settings - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 52
Settings Using the Control Panel This section explains how to change the default settings of the printer and provides information about the parameters included in each menu. Paper Input Menu Tray Paper Size Paper Type Aut.Tray Select Tray Priority List/Test Print Menu Config. Page PCL Config.Page - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 53
Making Printer Settings Menu Copies Edge-Edge Print Duplex Blank Pages Tray Switching Uni-direct.Prt. Density Ink CU Replace Host Interface Menu I/O Timeout Network Setup USB Setting PCL Menu Menu Orientation Form Lines Font Source Font Number Point Size Font Pitch Symbol Set Courier Font Ext. A4 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 54
Printer Settings Menu Norwegian Danish Spanish Portuguese Paper Input Menu This section explains the settings you can specify in the Paper Input menu, such as those for the size and type of the paper loaded in each tray. Tray Paper Size You can specify the size to the paper size and paper type. - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 55
print the current configuration of the printer. PCL Config.Page You can print the current PCL configuration. Printing a Configuration Page Follow the procedure below to print the configuration page. z The configuration page is printed on A4 or Letter (8 1/2" × 11") size paper, so load them in the - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 56
's version, attached options, printer language name, and remaining amount of ink are printed in this area. Paper Input The specified [Tray Priority] setting and the specified settings in the Paper Input Menu, such as the size and type of paper loaded in each tray, are printed in this area. Host - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 57
ink than head cleaning, do it only if the print head cannot be cleaned properly by head cleaning. Head Position If bidirectionally printed lines are vertically misaligned, or if printed images are blurred, print the test pattern and adjust long enough to allow an inkjet-printed transparency to dry. - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 58
Making Printer Settings Nozzle Check Follow the procedure below to check whether the print-head nozzles are clogged up or not by printing a nozzle check test pattern. 1. - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 59
Making Printer Settings When print-heads are clogged Head-clearning Follow the procedure below to perform a normal print-head cleaning. Perform a head cleaning when a particular color cannot be printed or print images are blurred. Head cleaning consumes ink. When the Print cartridge is empty, - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 60
procedure below to perform a thorough print-head cleaning. Since this consumes more ink than a normal head cleaning does, perform this when the problem persists after performing a normal head cleaning. When the Print cartridge is empty, replace it instead of performing a print-head cleaning. After - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 61
Making Printer Settings 2. Press the [Menu] key. 3. Press the [ ] or [ ] key to display ], and then press the [#Enter] key. Maintenance: Head-flushing 5. Press the [ ] or [ ] key to select a color, and then press the [#Enter] key. Head-flushing: All Heads 1. Head 1 2. Head 2 3. Head 3 4. Head - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 62
Making Printer Settings Head Position Follow the procedure below to print a test pattern and adjust the print-head positions if vertical lines are printed unaligned or printed colors look blurred. 1. Press the [Menu] key. 2. Press the [ ] or [ ] key to display [Maintenance], and then press the [# - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 63
Making Printer Settings The optimal adjustment value is the column number that appears above the lightest gray square with straight vertical lines on both sides. When the column number is "+2" for the "A" line, the optimal adjustment value is "+2" for "A". 7. Press the [ ] or [ ] key to display [ - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 64
Making Printer Settings Adj.Paper Feed If horizontal lines are printed unaligned, print images are patchy, or a black or white line is printed at regular intervals, print a test pattern, and then adjust the paper feed setting. 1. Press the [Menu] key. 2. Press the [ ] or [ ] key to display [ - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 65
Making Printer Settings The optimal adjustment value is the number that appears on the left of the lightest gray square with straight horizontal lines on both sides. When this number is "+2", the optimal adjustment value is "+2". When horizontal lines beside the lightest gray square are broken, - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 66
Making Printer Settings Registration Follow the procedure below to adjust where to start printing on paper loaded in each paper tray after checking the and then press the [#Enter] key. Pr.Test Pattern: *Plain Paper A test pattern to adjust the print start position is printed. 7. Check the optimal - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 67
Making Printer Settings 8. Fold the test pattern sheet in half lengthwise. 9. The optimal adjustment value is the difference between the single vertical line and the cross's vertical line that you can see when the folded paper is held up to light. When the difference is one calibration mark in the - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 68
turned off. Auto Continue You can specify how the printer handles a print job if it does not have a tray containing paper of the size and type specified in the printer driver. z Off The printer does not print until a tray containing paper of the size and type required for the print job is inserted - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 69
error has occurred to a particular e-mail address. After changing this setting, turn the printer off and then back on. z Off z On Default: On Unit of Measure You can switch the measurement between "mm" and "inch". z mm z inch Default: mm Page Size You can select the default paper size. z A4 (210 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 70
: 8 1/2 x 11 Copies Specify the number of pages to print. This setting is disabled if the number of pages to print is specified by the printer driver. z 1-999 Edge-Edge Print Specify whether to print on the paper as fully as possible. z Off z On Default: Off Duplex Specify whether or not to print - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 71
Making Printer Settings Density You can adjust the density of the printing colour. z Light z Standard z Dark Default: Standard Ink CU Replace You can reset the ink storage counter when replacing the ink collector unit. Changing the System Menu This section gives an example of changing a setting in - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 72
using the Host Interface menu remain effective even if you turn the printer off. I/O Timeout Specify how long the printer waits for the currently-connected interface to respond. When the specified time elapses, the printer can receive data from another interface. If you make the [I/O Timeout] period - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 73
z NetWare z SMB Default: All Active Ethernet Speed You can select the network speed to operate the printer. z Auto Select z 10Mbps Half D. z 10Mbps Full D. z 100Mbps Half D. z 100Mbps Full D. Default: Auto Select USB Setting You can specify the settings related to communication when the computer and - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 74
Making Printer Settings Changing the Host Interface Menu This section gives an example of changing a setting in the Host . Orientation You can select the page orientation. z Portrait z Landscape Default: Portrait Form Lines You can specify the number of lines per page between 5 and 128. Default: 74 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 75
you can select only fonts downloaded to the printer RAM. Font Number You can specify the ID of the default font you want to use. z 0 to 63 (Internal) z 1 to 63 (Download) Point Size You can specify the point size you want to use for the default font between 4 and 999.75 in 0.25 increments. Default - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 76
Making Printer Settings Append CR to LF You can specify whether or not to append a CR code to each LF code to print text data clearly. z On z - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 77
Making Printer Settings Language Menu You can set language displayed on the menu. Changing the Language Menu You can select the language you use. Available languages are - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 78
test pattern. To check the printed test pattern, proceed to step 7. 1. Open the printer properties dialog box. 2. Click the [Maintenance] tab. 3. Click [Nozzle Check]. 4. Click [Next >]. 5. Check that A4/Letter size paper is loaded in the paper tray. 6. Click [Next >]. 7. Check the printed test - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 79
Making Printer Settings Head-cleaning Follow the procedure below to perform a normal print-head cleaning. Perform a head cleaning when a particular colour cannot be printed or print images are blurred. Head cleaning consumes ink. When the Print cartridge is empty, replace it instead of performing a - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 80
z A full print-head cleaning may deplete the ink before the Print cartridge is expected to need to be changed. z p.168 "Two Types of Printer Properties Dialog Box" Adjust Print-head Positions Follow the procedure below to print a test pattern and adjust the print-head positions if vertical lines are - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 81
size paper is loaded in the paper tray. 7. Click [Next >]. A test pattern to adjust print lines on both sides. When the column number is "+2" for the "A" line, the optimal adjustment value is "+2" for "A". 9. Enter the optimal adjustment values. 10. Click [Finish]. z p.168 "Two Types of Printer - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 82
adjust where to start printing on paper loaded in each paper tray after checking the test pattern printed. To check the printed test pattern, proceed to step 8. 1. Open the printer that A4/Letter size paper is loaded in the paper tray. 7. Click [Next >]. A test pattern to adjust the print start - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 83
box displayed in step 12. z p.168 "Two Types of Printer Properties Dialog Box" Adjust Paper Feed If horizontals are misaligned, images are patchy, or a black or white lines appear at regular intervals, print a test pattern, and then adjust the paper feed setting. To check the printed test pattern - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 84
Making Printer Settings 7. Check the optimal adjustment values on the printed test pattern. The optimal adjustment value is the number that appears on the left of the lightest gray square with straight horizontal lines on both sides. When this number is "+2", the optimal adjustment value is "+2". - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 85
], and [I/O Timeout:] will be lost. These settings cannot be restored. z p.168 "Two Types of Printer Properties Dialog Box" z p.80 "Adjust Print-head Positions" z p.82 "Registration" z p.83 "Adjust Paper Feed" z p.85 "Specifying an I/O Timeout" Specifying an I/O Timeout Follow the procedure below to - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 86
Making Printer Settings z p.168 "Two Types of Printer Properties Dialog Box" 86 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 87
, or Too Light ...103 Dirty or Blotted Prints ...104 Checking the Printer Driver Setting ...104 Changing the Printer Driver Setting...104 Colours Do Not Match the Displayed Image...106 Positions Do Not Match the Displayed Image...107 Error & Status Messages on the Control Panel ...108 Status Monitor - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 88
Detected ...126 Cartridge End ...128 Cartridge/Print-head Tank Empty...129 When the Ink Collector Unit is Almost Full/Full...130 Ink Collector Unit Not Detected ...130 Out of Printable Temperature Range...131 Printer Error...131 Network Interface Board Error ...131 Adjusting the Printer ...133 88 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 89
. The printer may be receiving data or replenishing its ink. Wait momentarily for the blinking [Power] key to stop and stay lit. The [Resume] key or a cartridge replacement indicator is blinking or lit. An error has occurred. An error message is displayed on the Status monitor. Click [User Guide - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 90
Troubleshooting z Check the printer properties settings. In the [Change User Settings] dialog box, on the [Misc.] tab, select the [Change data processing] check box. For details, see p.193 "Changing the Image Data Process". z Check whether the latest printer driver is being used. see p.251 "Checking - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 91
Troubleshooting Paper Is Not Fed or Delivered Normally If the printer is operating but paper will not feed or paper jams multiple times, check the condition of the printer and paper. Paper does not feed smoothly. Paper guides are not adjusted properly. z The paper guides of the paper tray do not - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 92
Troubleshooting Paper Jam This explains how to remove a paper jam. When a paper jam error appears in the Status monitor, remove the paper difficult to remove, the paper may be jammed inside the printer. Examine the paper carefully and remove. If you cannot locate jammed paper, it may be jammed inside - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 93
Troubleshooting 5. Lower the output tray. Printing starts. Blank paper may be delivered after printing resumes. z Make sure to unfold the output tray before printing. z p.99 "Removing Paper Jammed around the Guide Board" z p.91 "Paper Is Not Fed or Delivered Normally" Removing Paper Jammed in the - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 94
Troubleshooting 3. Remove jammed paper. 4. Re-attach the cover. 5. Push tray 2 gently in until it stops. Printing starts. Blank paper may be delivered after printing resumes. Make - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 95
Troubleshooting 2. Remove jammed paper. Printing starts. Blank paper may be delivered after printing resumes. z p.91 "Paper Is Not Fed or Delivered Normally" Removing Paper Jammed in - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 96
Troubleshooting 3. Load paper in the bypass tray with the side to be printed on facing up. Printing cannot start until the machine finishes cleaning its head. - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 97
Troubleshooting 4. Remove the jammed paper from the rear of the printer. 5. Reattach the multi bypass tray. 6. Pull the bypass tray extension out. 7. Load paper in the bypass tray with the side to be printed on facing - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 98
Troubleshooting z If you cannot remove the jammed paper using the above procedure, clear the jam from the multi bypass tray. z Turn the knob on the multi - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 99
may resume from the next page, not the one jammed. Removing Paper Jammed around the Guide Board Follow the procedure below to remove paper jammed around the guide board. z If the multi bypass tray is attached to the printer, detach it. 1. Unlock the duplex unit at the back of the machine by raising - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 100
Troubleshooting 3. Turn the paper feed wheel to release paper from the feed belt. Release paper from the roller to make it removable. 4. Insert your finger between the paper and the roller, and then remove the paper slowly. Do not touch the feed belt. 5. Close the guide board. Push the PUSH area on - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 101
Troubleshooting 6. Reinstall the duplex unit in its original position, and then lower the levers on to remove paper jammed in the duplex unit. z If the multi bypass tray is attached to the printer, detach it. 1. Press the duplex unit cover button at the centre of the bypass tray, and then open the - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 102
Troubleshooting 2. Remove jammed paper. 3. Close the duplex unit cover. Printing starts. z Depending on how the paper was jammed, printing may resume from the next page, not - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 103
the image is fuzzy or lines are doubled, align the print-heads. If the problem persists, print the nozzle check test pattern and clean the print-heads as necessary. See p.80 "Adjust Print-head Positions", p.78 "Nozzle Check", and p.79 "Head-cleaning". Is there a problem with the printer's location - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 104
Print cartridge. See p.136 "Recommended Consumables". Are you printing densely coloured images on both sides of paper? When a large amount of ink is used to completely cover a side, one-sided printing is recommended. Checking the Printer Driver Setting If the condition of your printer is no problem - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 105
, on the [Image Adjustments] tab, under [Dithering], deselect the [Use error diffusion] check box. See p.188 "Using Error Diffusion". On the [Printer Configuration] tab, set [Spool format:] to [RAW] or [EMF]. On the [Printer Configuration] tab, select the [Increase bold with font size] check box. In - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 106
and the displayed image, the following questions should be addressed. Has the hue of colours been adjusted? Since printed colours printer driver matches the type of paper loaded. See p.173 "Printing on Various Paper Types". Have you tried printing with inkjet plain paper? Try printing with inkjet - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 107
Troubleshooting Positions Do Not Match the Displayed Image If the position of Adjust Printhead Positions", p.78 "Nozzle Check", and p.79 "Head-cleaning". Have you changed Printable area? The problem may be solved by changing [Printable area:] in the printer properties dialog box. On the [Printer - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 108
Board Error". Ink Collector is full/Replace Ink Collector Unit The ink collector unit is full. Replace the ink collector unit. Ink Collector almost full The ink collector unit is almost full. Make sure you have a new ink collector on hand. Low Ink The ink runs out. Change the print cartridge. See - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 109
Troubleshooting Reset Cartridge No print cartridge has been installed. Install the print cartridge correctly. See p.126 "Cover Open / Print Cartridge(s) Not Detected". Dry Waiting... The ink on the printed OHP transparency is being allowed to dry. Waiting... Wait a moment. Energy Saver The printer - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 110
the print job, press the [Job Reset] key. See p.117 "Paper Size Mismatch/Paper Type Mismatch (Tray 1)", p.119 "Paper Size Mismatch/Paper Type Mismatch (Tray 2)", p.121 "Paper Size Mismatch/Paper Type Mismatch (Bypass Tray)". Maintenance in process... The printer is cleaning or flushing its print - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 111
Troubleshooting See p.125 "Duplex Unit Not Detected". z If this does not eliminate the problem, contact your service representative. 111 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 112
Troubleshooting Status Monitor Errors If an error occurs with the printer, Status Monitor displays an error message. Click [User Guide...] to display the page corresponding to the error where you can check how to solve the problem in more detail. Status Monitor Does Not Open If the Status monitor - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 113
Troubleshooting Printing by Form Feed Press the [Form Feed] key, select the tray, and then print by Form Feed. 1. Press the [Form Feed] key. 2. Select the tray. Print: Tray 1 ?: A4 (297 x 210) Print: Tray 1 ?: Plain Paper 3. Press the [#Enter] key. 113 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 114
Troubleshooting Canceling the Print Job Cancel the print job. 1. Press the [Job Reset] key. 2. Press the [#Enter] key. 3. Press the [#Enter] key. No Paper/Tray Not Detected (Tray 2) Tray 2 is empty or the paper in it is not - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 115
Troubleshooting Printing by Form Feed Press the [Form Feed] key, select the tray, and then print by Form Feed. 1. Press the [Form Feed] key. 2. Select the tray. Print: Tray 1 ?: A4 (297 x 210) Print: Tray 1 ?: Plain Paper 3. Press the [#Enter] key. 115 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 116
Troubleshooting Canceling the Print Job Cancel the print job. 1. Press the [Job Reset] key. 2. Press the [#Enter] key. 3. Press the [#Enter] key. No Paper/Tray Not Detected (Bypass Tray) There is no paper in the bypass tray or - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 117
Troubleshooting Press the [#Enter] key Press the [#Enter] key. 1. Press the [#Enter] key. Paper Size Mismatch/Paper Type Mismatch (Tray 1) The tray is not loaded with paper of the correct size or type. Do one of the following: z Change the tray. z Print by Form Feed. z Cancel the print job. z To - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 118
Troubleshooting 2. Select the tray. Print: Tray 1 ?: A4 (297 x 210) Print: Tray 1 ?: Plain Paper 3. Press the [#Enter] key. Canceling the Print Job Cancel the print job. 1. Press the [Job Reset] key. 118 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 119
Troubleshooting 2. Press the [#Enter] key. 3. Press the [#Enter] key. Paper Size Mismatch/Paper Type Mismatch (Tray 2) The tray is not loaded with paper of the correct size or type. Do one of the following: z Change the tray. z Print by Form Feed. z Cancel the print job. z To change the tray, see p. - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 120
Troubleshooting Print: Tray 1 ?: Plain Paper 3. Press the [#Enter] key. Canceling the Print Job Cancel the print job. 1. Press the [Job Reset] key. 2. Press the [#Enter] key. 3. Press the [#Enter] key. 120 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 121
Troubleshooting Paper Size Mismatch/Paper Type Mismatch (Bypass Tray) The tray is not loaded with paper of the correct size or type. Do one of the following: z Change the tray. z Print by Form Feed. z Cancel the print job. z To change the tray, see p.54 "Paper - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 122
Troubleshooting Canceling the Print Job Cancel the print job. 1. Press the [Job Reset] key. 2. Press the [#Enter] key. 3. Press the [#Enter] key. Paper Size Mismatch/Paper Type Mismatch (AutoTray Select) The automatically detected tray is not loaded with paper of the correct size or type. Do one of - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 123
Troubleshooting Printing by Form Feed Press the [Form Feed] key, select the tray, and then print by Form Feed. 1. Press the [Form Feed] key. 2. Select the tray. Print: Tray 1 ?: A4 (297 x 210) Print: Tray 1 ?: Plain Paper 3. Press the [#Enter] key. 123 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 124
Troubleshooting Canceling the Print Job Cancel the print job. 1. Press the [Job Reset] key. 2. Press the [#Enter] key. 3. Press the [#Enter] key. Cover Open A cover is open. Close the cover. to close the top cover or duplex unit cover. z If the bypass tray is attached to the printer, detach it. 124 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 125
Troubleshooting 1. Close the cover. Check that the duplex unit is correctly attached and Follow the procedure below to attach the duplex unit correctly. z If the bypass tray is attached to the printer, detach it. 1. Lock the lever for attaching the duplex unit. Even if you are not duplex printing, - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 126
Troubleshooting Cover Open / Print Cartridge(s) Not Detected The right front cover is open. Close the right front cover. Alternatively, the print cartridges are not installed or are installed incorrectly. Install the print cartridges correctly. If the cover is open: 1. Close the right front cover. - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 127
Troubleshooting 3. Close the right front cover. z If the error persists, take the Print cartridge out once, and then install it again. The procedure above should be performed only once. 127 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 128
Troubleshooting Cartridge End A Print cartridge is empty. Printing can continue using ink remaining in the printer; however, no ink is left in the Print cartridge. Check which colour of cartridge needs to be replaced, and then replace it. Checking ink colour z Checking using the Status monitor z In - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 129
Troubleshooting Cartridge/Print-head Tank Empty The ink is completely depleted. Printing cannot be performed. Replace the Print cartridge. Checking ink colours z Checking using the Status monitor z In this illustration, the cyan Print cartridge has completely run out. Checking the cartridge - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 130
sooner than normal. An ""Ink Collector almost full"" message appears shortly before the ink collector unit is full. Contact your service representative as soon as possible for a replacement ink collector unit (charge incurred). Ink Collector Unit Not Detected The ink collector unit is not attached - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 131
. This should take about one hour. z If the error still does not clear after the printer acclimates to room temperature and the power is turned back on, contact your sales or service representative. Network Interface Board Error An error in the network interface board network function has occurred - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 132
Troubleshooting z p.135 "Where to Inquire" 132 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 133
Troubleshooting Adjusting the Printer Adjust the printer from the [Maintenance] tab in the printer properties dialog box. z p.79 "Head-cleaning" z p.80 "Head-flushing" z p.80 "Adjust Print-head Positions" z p.82 "Registration" z p.83 "Adjust Paper Feed" 133 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 134
Inquiries and Consumables Inquiries and Consumables Where to Inquire ...135 Recommended Consumables...136 Option and Consumables...137 J0116601_1.01 Copyright © 2005, 2006 All rights reserved. 134 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 135
Inquiries and Consumables Where to Inquire For inquiries, contact your sales or service representative. 135 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 136
Inquiries and Consumables Recommended Consumables Consumables recommended for this printer are listed. Purchase necessary consumables before your supply runs out. For information about consumables, contact your sales or service representative. z Print cartridges 136 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 137
Inquiries and Consumables Option and Consumables The following options can be used with the printer: z Paper Feed Unit Type TK1000 This unit feeds paper in bulk. z Multi Bypass Tray Type BY1000 You can also feed paper from the bypass tray. z - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 138
Maintaining Maintaining Cleaning ...139 Moving ...140 Moving a Short Distance...140 Moving a Long Distance ...140 Disposing ...142 When Not Using for a Long Period of Time...143 J0116601_1.01 Copyright © 2005, 2006 All rights reserved. 138 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 139
regularly to maintain the condition of the printer. z To avoid hazardous electric shock, do not remove any covers or screws other than those specified in this manual. When the machine needs to be checked, adjusted, or repaired, contact your service representative. z Do not take apart or attempt - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 140
off, disconnect the USB cable and Ethernet cable, and then unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. Do not remove the print cartridges. Remove the paper. 2. Pack the printer for transport when moving it a long distance such as when changing office or residence. Disconnect all cables, place the - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 141
Maintaining Contact sales or service representative for details. z The inside of the printer may become dirty if the printer is not level when transported. 141 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 142
Maintaining Disposing Consult with an authorized dealer to dispose of the printer. 142 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 143
the printer at least power on again and perform the nozzle check and head cleaning. z After head cleaning is performed multiple times, clogged ink will dissolve over time, and normal printing may become possible. z If there is no improvement after performing the steps above, contact sales or service - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 144
the PCL or RPCS Raster Printer Driver ...158 Using as the Windows Network Printer ...160 Installing the PCL or RPCS Raster Printer Driver ...160 Using as the NetWare Print Server/Remote Printer ...162 Form Feed...163 Banner Page ...163 Printing after Resetting the Printer...163 If a Message Appears - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 145
Preparing for Printing Confirming the Connection Method This printer supports local and network connection. Before installing the printer driver, check how the printer is connected. Follow the driver installation procedure that is appropriate to the connection method. Local Connection Local - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 146
for Client port LPR port Using as a Network Printer This printer can be used as the Windows network printer, the NetWare print server, or the NetWare remote printer. z See the explanation of how to install the printer driver for each type of network printer. z p.160 "Using as the Windows Network - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 147
[Drivers, Manual & Utility] screen does not appear even when you double-click the [SETUP.EXE] icon, or if an error occurs during installation, access the CD-ROM drive from [My Computer] or [Explorer], double-click the [English] icon, and then install the printer driver by following the instructions - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 148
the computer appears, restart the computer. z Confirm the printer driver is correctly installed by checking that the [Power] key of the printer is lit and performing a test print. See Quick Installation Guide. z For details about installing User Guide only, see Setup Handbook. z p.149 "Sharing the - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 149
client computer. z For details about installing the printer driver, see "Installing the Printer Driver", Setup Handbook. z p.149 "Setting Up [Cancel]. Check again that the power is off, and then proceed to step 2. When the CD-ROM is inserted, the [Drivers, Manual & Utility] dialog box appears. If - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 150
for Printing 2. Click [PCL/RPCS Raster Printer Drivers]. 3. Read the license agreement, and then click [I accept the agreement.]. 4. Click [Next >]. 5. Click [Next >]. 6. Click [Connected via LAN]. 7. Click [Next >]. 8. Click the plus mark next to a printer name. 9. Click [Port:< LPT1: >] under - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 151
accept it. 7. Follow the instructions on the display to install Printer Driver (TCP/IP). z To install this printer driver under Windows 2000/XP Professional, Windows Server 2003, and Windows NT 4.0, you must have an account that has Manage Printers permission. Log on as an Administrators or Power - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 152
Installing the PCL or RPCS Raster Printer Driver (IPP) z To install printer driver under Windows 2000/XP Professional, Windows Server 2003, and Windows NT 4.0, you must have an account that has Manage Printers permission. For this, log on as an Administrators or Power Users group member. 1. Quit all - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 153
with certain operating system settings. If this happens, launch "Setup.exe" on the CD-ROM root directory. 3. Click [PCL/RPCS Raster Printer Drivers]. 4. The software license agreement appears in the [] dialog box. After reading the agreement, click [I accept the agreement.], and - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 154
] dialog box appears. Windows XP, Windows Server 2003: 1. On the [Start] menu, point to [Settings], and then click [Printers]. 2. In the [Printers] window, click the icon of the printer you want to use. On the [File] menu, click [Properties]. 3. Click the [Details] tab, and then click [Configure - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 155
Preparing for Printing z For information about these settings, see SmartDeviceMonitor for Client Help. 155 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 156
Printer Driver z To install printer driver under Windows 2000/XP Professional, and Windows Server 2003, you must have an account that has Manage Printers permission. Log on as an Administrators or Power "RICOH NetworkPrinter Driver C Model". 13. Click [Finish] in the [Add Standard TCP/IP Printer Port - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 157
is complete. z A message appears if there is a newer version of the printer driver already installed. If there is, you cannot install the printer driver using Auto Run. If you still want to install the printer driver, use [Add Printer]. See p.164 "If a Message Appears during Installation". 157 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 158
LPR Port Installing the PCL or RPCS Raster Printer Driver z To install this printer driver under Windows 2000/XP Professional, Windows Server 2003, and Windows NT 4.0, you must have an account that has Manage Printers permission. Log on as an Administrators or Power Users group member. 1. Quit all - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 159
box appears, see "Notes on the Installation", Quick Installation Guide. z A message about restarting the computer may appear. Restart the computer to complete installation. z A message appears if there is a newer version of the printer driver already installed. If there is, you cannot install the - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 160
Printers permission. For this, log on as an Administrators or Power Users group member. z If you print with a print server connected to the printer Windows NT 4.0 print server, install the printer driver before you connect the print server to the printer. 1. Quit all applications currently running. - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 161
installation. z A message appears if there is a newer version of the printer driver already installed. If there is, you cannot install the printer driver using Auto Run. If you still want to install the printer driver, use [Add Printer]. See p.164 "If a Message Appears during Installation". 161 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 162
used as the NetWare client. z To install this printer driver under Windows 2000/XP Professional, Windows Server 2003, and Windows NT 4.0, you must have an account that has Manage Printers permission. Log on as an Administrators or Power Users group member. The following explanation assumes NetWare - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 163
Form feed is controlled by the printer driver on Windows. If NetWare form feed is configured, the printer may not print properly. Follow printer properties dialog box. Printing after Resetting the Printer Printer to print server connection requires 30 - 40 seconds to resume after the printer is reset - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 164
Preparing for Printing If a Message Appears during Installation Message number 58 or 34 indicates the printer driver cannot be installed using Auto Run. Uninstall and then reinstall the printer driver. 164 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 165
about paper size and feed direction settings to be automatically sent to the printer. You can check printer status from your computer. z Bidirectional communication is supported by Windows 98/Me/2000/XP, Windows Server 2003, and Windows NT 4.0. z If you use the RPCS raster printer driver and - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 166
is necessary for option settings. If you are using the RPCS raster printer driver, click the [Accessories] tab. 5. Select options installed from the [Select printer options:] area, and then make the necessary settings. 6. Select the appropriate size and type for the tray. 7. Click [OK] to close the - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 167
Printer Driver Printer Driver Two Types of Printer Properties Dialog Box ...168 Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box ...169 Opening from the Start Menu...169 For Windows 98/Me ...169 For Windows 2000, Windows NT 4.0 ...169 For Windows XP, Windows - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 168
Printer Driver Two Types of Printer Properties Dialog Box This function is supported only by RPCS Raster printer driver. There are two types of printer properties dialog box, namely: Custom Setting and Multi-tab. The default is Custom Setting. z Custom Setting This type is suitable for users who - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 169
Printer Driver Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box The printer properties dialog box can be opened from an application or from the [Start] menu of Windows. Depending on how you open it, the available tabs vary. Opening from the Start Menu All printer properties settings can be changed if the - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 170
Printer Driver Windows XP Professional, Windows Server 2003 1. On the [Start] menu, click [Printers and Faxes]. 2. Click the icon of the printer, and then click [Printing Preferences...] on the [File] menu. z To open the Windows printer properties, click [Properties] on the [File] menu. The printer - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 171
the Dither Pattern...188 Using Error Diffusion ...188 Changing the Colour Profiling Pattern ...189 Printing Grayscale Images Using Black or CMYK 189 Printing Text in Black ...190 Using ICM...191 Adjusting Brightness, Contrast, and Saturation...191 Adjusting Colour Balance...192 Printing a Whole - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 172
Automatically...200 Rotating the Image by 180 Degrees ...201 Printing on Registered Custom Size Paper...201 Printing on Unregistered Custom Size Paper ...202 Printing on File 218 Updating Custom Settings According to the Current Printer Configuration 218 Supporting Multi-Languages ...220 172 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 173
each paper type. The procedure is explained using the RPCS Raster printer driver as an example. Printing on Plain Paper Follow the procedure below to Multi-tab, click [Inkjet Plain Paper] in the [Paper type:] list on the [Setup] tab. Only one-sided printing is possible when [Inkjet Plain Paper] is - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 174
due to print wetness. A4/Letter size inkjet transparency is loaded in tray 1 here. 1. Lift the output tray. 2. Pull out tray 1. Pull tray 1 completely out. Take care not to drop it. 3. Squeeze the paper guides on both sides, and then adjust them according to the paper size. Beforehand, make sure to - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 175
jam. Straighten any curls before loading. If other paper is loaded, remove it, and then load inkjet transparency. To prevent the leading edge of transparencies from being scratched, place transparencies one at a time. 5. Squeeze the front end paper guide, and then slide it to meet the edge of the - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 176
Dialog Box" z For details about [Sheet-dry Print Delay...], see the printer driver Help. z p.30 "Paper Handling Precautions" Printing on Glossy Paper Follow the procedure below to print on glossy paper. Load Glossy Paper in tray. A4/Letter size paper is loaded in tray 1 here. 1. Lift the output tray - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 177
tray 1 completely out. Take care not to drop it. 3. Squeeze the paper guides on both sides, and then adjust them according to the paper size. Beforehand, make sure to squeeze the front end paper guide, and then expand the guide. 4. Load glossy paper with the print side face down. The print side is - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 178
Setup] tab. 11. Make the necessary settings, and then click [OK]. The printer properties dialog box closes. 12. Make print settings, and then click [OK]. or other high-resolution images, set [Print Quality] to [Quality priority]. z p.168 "Two Types of Printer Properties Dialog Box" z p.30 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 179
Printing Printing on Envelopes Follow the procedure below to print on envelopes. Envelopes are loaded in tray 1 here. 1. Lift the output tray. 2. Pull out tray 1. Pull tray 1 completely out. Take care not to drop it. 3. When printing on an envelope that has the flap on the long edge, fold the flap, - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 180
release, and then slide the paper guides into position according to the paper size. 5. Push tray 1 gently in until it stops. 6. Lower the output tray. 7. Slide the envelope selector to the rear position . 8. Open the printer properties dialog box from the application. 9. On the [Print Settings - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 181
in reverse orientation in the printer driver settings, select the [Rotate by 180 degrees:] check box on the[Page Settings] tab. z p.168 "Two Types of Printer Properties Dialog Box" z p.30 message, and then click [OK]. 5. Slide the bypass tray guides into position according to the paper size. 181 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 182
the bypass tray when cleaning finishes. Insert the sheet straight into the bypass tray. 7. Make print settings, and then click [OK]. z p.168 "Two Types of Printer Properties Dialog Box" z p.30 "Paper Handling Precautions" 182 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 183
print job from the Status monitor or by pressing the [Cancel] key of the printer. Canceling a print job in queue Cancel the print job from the taskbar of the Status Monitor" Canceling Printing Using the [Job Reset] Key of the Printer Follow the procedure below to cancel a print job being printed. 183 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 184
the print jobs in queue will be canceled. If you press the [Job Reset] key while the printer is receiving print data for a print job (the [Power] key is blinking), that print job is also canceled. 2. Press the [Job Reset] key. It will take a few moments for printing to stop. Canceling Printing from - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 185
colour tone can be adjusted to suit the print data. The procedure is explained using the RPCS Raster printer driver as an example. the application, and then open the printer properties dialog box. 2. On the [Print Settings] tab, click [Black and White] in the [Color/Black and White] area. If the - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 186
and images with less than the usual amount of ink. Text is printed as usual so that it can remain clear and easy to read. 1. Open the file you want to print from the application, and then open the printer properties dialog box. 2. On the [Print Settings] tab, click [Color] in the [Color/Black - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 187
] tab, select the [Adjust photos and images] check box. If the [Adjust photos and images] check box is selected, the [Use ICM] check box is unavailable. 5. Click [OK]. The [Change User Settings] dialog box closes. 6. Make the necessary settings, and then click [OK]. The printer properties dialog box - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 188
For details about [Dithering], see the printer driver Help. Using Error Diffusion Error Diffusion is a type of dithering that produces halftones by printing dots densely for dark colours and diffusely for light colours. Select the appropriate pattern for the image you want print. z Depending on the - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 189
, and then click [OK]. z p.168 "Two Types of Printer Properties Dialog Box" z For details about [Color profile:], see the printer driver Help. Printing Grayscale Images Using Black or CMYK Follow the procedure below to print black or gray parts of an image using black or CMYK. 1. Open the file you - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 190
dialog box appears. 4. On the [Image Adjustments] tab, select a gray reproduction method in the [Gray reproduction (Text/Line Art):] list. 5. Click [OK]. "Two Types of Printer Properties Dialog Box" z For details about [Gray reproduction (Text/Line Art):], see the printer driver Help. Printing Text - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 191
[Image Adjustments] tab, select the [Use ICM] check box. If the [Use ICM] check box is selected, the [Color profile:] list on the [Image Adjustments] intent:], see the printer driver Help. Adjusting Brightness, Contrast, and Saturation Follow the procedure below to adjust brightness, contrast, and - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 192
Box" z For details about [Brightness:], [Contrast:], and [Saturation:], see the printer driver Help. Adjusting Colour Balance Follow the procedure below to adjust colour balance by changing the mixture of red (R), green (G), and blue (B). 1. Open the file you want to print from the application, and - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 193
is useful to adjust the colour of a dark image. On the contrary, the less green and blue are used, the duller the image looks. Use this method to make a bright image dull. z p.168 "Two Types of Printer Properties Dialog Box" z For details about [Color balance:], see the printer driver Help. Printing - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 194
]. z p.168 "Two Types of Printer Properties Dialog Box" Printing with Particular CMYK Colours Normally full colour (CMYK) is used for colour Click the [Misc.] tab. 5. In the [Separate into CMYK, then print in designated color only] area, select colours. Select colours you want to use. 6. Click [OK]. - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 195
Me. 1. Open the file you want to print from the application, and then open the printer properties dialog box. 2. Click the [Printer Configuration] tab. 3. On the [Printer Configuration] tab, select the [Increase bold with font size] check box. 4. Make the necessary settings, and then click [OK]. The - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 196
images can be printed. Changing the printer properties settings Prints can be made with priority on print quality. Change print quality settings in the printer properties dialog box. Using special paper Printing on special paper will look more vivid compared to printing on plain paper. Use inkjet - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 197
explained using the RPCS Raster printer driver as an example. z p. between 1 and 999 in the [Copies] box. 3. Make the necessary settings, and then click [OK]. The printer properties dialog box or Duplex, document boundaries are correctly recognized so problems like the first page and last page being - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 198
OK]. The printer properties dialog box closes. 5. Make print settings, and then click [OK]. z p.168 "Two Types of Printer Properties Dialog Box correctly. Printing low resolution images smoothly Images displayed on Web sites tend to be low resolution images to reduce data size. Before printing, be - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 199
of Printer Properties Dialog Box" Reducing and Enlarging by a Specified Ratio (Scale, Directional magnification) Follow the procedure below to print with a reduction or enlargement ratio in the range of 20-300% adjustable in 1% increments. Use this to reduce the size of the print image slightly - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 200
the [Centering] check box to centre an image and create margins of the same width. z If the [Centering] check box is size, it can be automatically reduced to A4/Letter and printed. 1. Open the file you want to print from the application it was created in, and then open the printer - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 201
if you want to print document images at full size even if they run off the paper. z p.168 "Two Types of Printer Properties Dialog Box" z For details about [Reduce automatically to fit A4]/[Reduce automatically to fit Letter], see the printer driver Help. Rotating the Image by 180 Degrees Follow the - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 202
and then click [OK]. z p.168 "Two Types of Printer Properties Dialog Box" z For details about [Custom Paper Sizes], see the printer driver Help. Printing on Unregistered Custom Size Paper Follow the procedure below to print on unregistered custom size paper. 1. Open the [Page Setup] dialog box from - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 203
size changes. We recommend one-sided printing for documents containing areas of heavy, solid colour image. If two-sided prints fail to dry fully, set a print-dry delay using the printer driver orientation. 4. Select the [Header/Footer/Adjust image position/Binding margins] check box to create - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 204
printing on both sides of paper, see the printer driver Help. Printing Multiple Document Pages per Sheet ( Printer Properties Dialog Box" Splitting the Document Image across Multiple Sheets (Poster) Follow the procedure below to print a single document page over multiple sheets to make a poster size - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 205
Click the icon representing the number of sheets you want to split the image over. The icons are displayed in either landscape or portrait depending on can be set in the printer properties. 1. Open the file you want to print from the application, and then open the printer properties dialog box. 2. - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 206
want to print from the application, and then open the printer properties dialog box. 2. Click [Add/Change Custom Settings...], and click [Edit] tab. If the dialog box type is Multi-tab, click [Edit] tab. 3. Select the [Header/Footer/Adjust image position/Binding margins] check box. 4. Click [Details - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 207
and then click [OK]. z p.168 "Two Types of Printer Properties Dialog Box" z p.203 "Printing on Both Sides of Paper" Printing Images or Text Superimposed on Prints Follow the procedure below to print an image or text superimposed on prints. The image or text is referred to as a watermark. A watermark - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 208
differ in size and orientation, the superimposing image may be cut or run off. Depending on the application, you may not get the expected result. 1. Open the file you want to print from the application, and then open the printer properties dialog box. 2. Click [Add/Change Custom Settings...], and - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 209
enter a name using up to eight characters. 4. Click [OK]. 5. Make the necessary settings, and then click [OK]. The printer properties dialog box closes. When creating an overlay image file (when [Save as Overlay Data...] is selected in the [Job type:] list), only print quality settings are available - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 210
with different setting details, set different combinations of setting details for the same overlay image file, and then register each set as a different overlay set. 1. Open the printer properties dialog box. 2. Click [Add/Change Custom Settings...], and click [Edit] tab. If the dialog box type - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 211
function. If a paper with text or image patterns is copied by a copier or a multi-function printer, either the patterns are printed vividly or You can embed a pattern by setting in the printer driver. Setting [Data security for copying] in the Printer Driver z Select the [Data security for copying] - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 212
to the machine that the Copy Data Security unit is installed. 3. The document is blanked by gray overprint. z Only the RPCS raster printer driver is supported. z You cannot partially embed a pattern and text in a document. z Use 182 × 257 mm (71/4 × 101/2) or larger paper. z Use ordinary or recycled - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 213
Printing Using [Mask type:] You can embed patterns and text in a document by setting in the printer driver to prevent unauthorized copying. Setting [Mask type:] in the Printer Driver z Select a pattern from [Mask type:], and then enter text in the [Text:] box. z You can set only [Text:], but [Mask - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 214
You can display and check a document before printing it. z To use [Display Preview and Print screen:], DeskTopBinder must be installed on the computer. 1. Open the printer properties dialog box. 2. On the [Print Settings] tab, select the [Display Preview and Print screen:] check box. If the - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 215
printer properties dialog box. 2. On the [Print Settings] tab, select a setting in the [Custom Setting name:] list. Click [No setting] to print with the standard settings. 3. On the [Print Settings] tab, check that the document orientation and size printer driver Help. z p.168 "Two Types of Printer - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 216
custom setting are as follows: [Job type:] on the [Setup] tab, [Original orientation:], [Original size:], [Printout paper size:], and [Copies] on the [Page Settings] tab, and all settings in the [Printer Configuration] tab. 5. Click [Save...]. The [Save New Custom Setting] dialog box appears. 6. In - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 217
properties dialog box closes. z If you delete the custom settings that were registered automatically during installation of the printer driver, they will reappear when the custom settings display is updated. Changing the Custom Settings Display Order Follow the procedure below to change the - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 218
install or uninstall options. The following is how each kind of custom settings will be updated: z Custom settings registered automatically during printer driver installation Custom settings that can still be used remain registered. Custom settings that cannot be used are deleted. z Custom settings - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 219
list are updated according to the current printer configuration settings in the [Accessories] area. 4. Click [Close]. 5. Click [OK]. The printer properties dialog box closes. z For details about [Printer Configuration], see the printer driver Help. z p.165 "Conditions for Bidirectional Communication - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 220
is explained using the RPCS Raster printer driver as an example. The following languages are available: English, German, French, Italian, Dutch, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Spanish, and Portuguese. If you are using the machine with an operating system that supports multi-languages, you can change - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 221
Client 224 Specifying the Print Server ...224 Specifying the Client Computer Settings ...225 Specifying the Settings for Monitoring the Printer ...225 Displaying the Printer Status ...226 When Using IPP with SmartDeviceMonitor for Client 227 Using Web Browser...228 Displaying Top Page...228 Menu - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 222
error messages amount of remaining ink, and other printer status information. z p.45 "Replacing a Print Cartridge" z p.112 "Status Monitor Errors . The procedure is explained using the RPCS Raster printer driver as an example. 1. Open the printer properties dialog box. 2. Click the [Maintenance] - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 223
-to-peer printing z Send print jobs directly to the network printer without going through a print server. z Print using a substitute printer if there are too many jobs waiting on the specified printer, or if an error disables printing (Recovery Printing). z Allocate multiple print jobs to multiple - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 224
access authentication". Under Windows NT 4.0, you must have access to "Full Control access authentication". To make this possible, log on as a member of the Administrators or Power Users group. z p.149 "Sharing the Printer" Specifying the Print Server z To change the print server setting under - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 225
the [To be Monitored] check box in [Settings]. If you select the [Display task bar icon while printing] check box, you can reflect the printer status in the SmartDeviceMonitor for Client icon in the taskbar system tray. 5. Click [OK]. The SmartDeviceMonitor for Client- Settings dialog box closes and - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 226
To monitor the status in more detail, right-click the SmartDeviceMonitor for Client icon, and then select the printer you want to monitor. 4. Click [Printer]. A dialog box displaying the printer status opens. z For details about the items in the dialog box, see the SmartDeviceMonitor for Client Help - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 227
another computer do not appear in the print queue window, regardless of protocol. z If various users send print jobs using SmartDeviceMonitor for Client to network printers, the printing order might not be the same as that in which the jobs were sent. z An IP address cannot be used for the IPP - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 228
a client computer. z Displaying printer status or settings z Resetting the printer z Making printer settings z Making e-mail notification JavaScript and cookies are not enabled with the Web browser used, display and operation problems may occur. z If you are using a proxy server, change the Web - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 229
Monitoring and Configuring the Printer 1. Menu Area A menu appears. When you click an item in the menu area, a the items in the Web browser menu. 1. Status Information such as the amount of ink remaining, printer status, and system configuration is displayed here. 2. Settings Use this to change the - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 230
specify the timing and status to notify. The following status can be notified: z The printer error has occurred. z The ink has run out. z The ink will run out soon. z The Ink Collector Unit must be replaced now. z The Ink Collector Unit must be replaced soon. z The paper has run out. z The paper has - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 231
Printer Settings". z For details about telnet, see p.235 "Telnet Setting Items". Specifying Notification the Printer Status by E-mail In [Error authentication. The supported authentication protocols are: CRAM MD5, PLAIN, and LOGIN. If you set [SMTP Authentication] to [Auto], the printer will try - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 232
. By using POP before SMTP, you can log on to an SMTP server supporting POP before SMTP. You can specify whether to use POP before SMTP, and specify following POP authentication (in milliseconds), you can specify how long the printer can wait for logging on to the SMTP server after logging on - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 233
max. (1-byte al- None phanumerics) Email Transmission Function Alerts This section lists the settings for notification by e-mail. Functions Printer Error Notify when error Selectable value ON OFF Occurs Occurs & Fixed Notify within (min.) 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 Default On Occurs 5 233 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 234
do through the Web browser. 1. Launch the Web browser. 2. In the address bar, enter "http://(printer's IP address or host name)/". If SSL encryption has been enabled, enter "https://(printer's address or host name)/". 3. Click [Settings]. A dialog box for entering the user name and password opens - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 235
exit. 1. 1. Using the printer's IP address or host name as the command line argument, launch telnet. %telnet (printer's IP address or host name) resets automatically. z Following a reset, interrupted and waiting print jobs are completed. z However, print jobs waiting but not yet sent to the printer - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 236
Monitoring and Configuring the Printer 5 : Configure SNMP 6 : Configure SMTP 7 : Configure SMTP (Group 1) 8 : Configure SMTP (Group 2) 9 : Configure SMTP (Group 3) 10 : Configure SMTP (Group 4) 96 : Display Status 97 : Reset Settings to Defaults 98 : Restart Print Server 99 : Exit Configure General - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 237
to use the SMTP protocol. You can specify the name of the SMTP server. You can specify the SMTP port. You can specify the printer's e-mail address. You can specify the administrator's e-mail address. You can enter a shared comment. Configure SMTP (Group 2) Settings SMTP SMTP Server Name SMTP Port - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 238
comment Display Status Settings prn1 system Description You can check the printer status. You can check the printer's system configuration. Reset Settings to Defaults You can select whether or not to initialize the printer to its default settings. Restart Print Server You can select whether - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 239
. Unit Not Detected Bypass tray is not correctly attached. The duplex feed unit is not correctly attached. Tray 2 is not attached correctly. Offline The printer is off-line. Replace Ink Collector Unit The ink collector unit is full. Replace Ink Collector Unit Soon The ink collector unit is almost - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 240
Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) agent for UDP and IPX. Using the SNMP manager, you can obtain printer data. The default community name is "public". Using this community name, you can obtain MIB data. Supporting MIB (SNMP v1/v2) z MIB-II z PrinterMIB z HostResourceMIB z RicohPrivateMIB 240 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 241
...242 Setting a Client ...243 Using NetWare...244 Using Print Sever (NetWare 5.1, NetWare 6.5) ...244 Using Print Sever (NetWare 5.1, NetWare 6.5 Pure IP Environment 245 Using as a Remote Printer (NetWare 5.1, NetWare 6.5 247 J0116601_1.01 Copyright © 2005, 2006 All rights reserved. 241 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 242
Server z Under Windows 2000, Windows XP Professional, or Windows Server 2000, to change printer properties in the [Printer] folder, you need Printer Management access authentication; under Windows NT 4.0, Full Control access authentication. Log on to the file server as an Administrator or member of - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 243
Using a Printer Server Setting a Client 1. From the [Start] button on the task bar, point to [Program], point to [ setting the expansion function closes. The client setting is completed. z Set the printing notification function on the printer driver as well as on SmartDeviceMonitor for Client. 243 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 244
in the NetWare environment. In the Netware environment, you can connect the printer as a "print server" or as "remote printer". Network interface board supports NetWare 5.1/6.5. The network interface board is setup with a Web browser or with telnet. Setting procedure with a Web browser is described - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 245
print server context. Use up to 77 single-byte characters. 7. Change the setting and click [Apply]. 8. Setup is complete. To check whether the printer is operating as set, enter the following from a command prompt. F:> NLIST USER /A/B When operating correctly, the print sever name will be displayed - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 246
Select the frame type to be used. z Operation Mode: Select whether the network interface board is to be used as a print server or as a remote printer. z Print Server Name: Enter the NetWare print server name. To use network interface board as a print server, enter the name of a print server that is - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 247
previously created queue to be highlighted, and then click [OK]. 14. Click [Configuration], select [Parallel] from the [Printer type] box drop-down menu, and then click [Communication]. 15. Click [Manual load] in the [Connection type] area, and then click [OK]. 16. Check the setting, and then click - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 248
: Select the frame type to be used. z Operation mode: Select whether the network interface board is to be used as a print server or as a remote printer. z Print Server Name1-8: enter the NetWare print server name. To use the network interface board as a print server, enter the name of a print server - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 249
previously created queue to be highlighted, and then click [OK]. 14. Click [Configuration], select [Parallel] from the [Printer type] box drop-down menu, and then click [Communication]. 15. Click [Manual load] in the [Connection type] area, and then click [OK]. 16. Check the setting, and then click - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 250
Version...251 Software on the CD-ROM...252 Files...252 RPCS Raster Printer Drivers ...252 PCL Printer Drivers ...253 SmartDeviceMonitor for Client ...254 Manuals (HTML files) ...254 Cautions to Take When Using in a Network ...255 Connecting a Dial-up Router to a Network ...255 Configuring the Router - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 251
Additional Information Checking the Current Printer Driver Version Follow the procedure below to check the version of the printer driver currently installed. 1. Open the printer properties dialog box. 2. Click the [Setup] tab. 3. Click [About]. The [About] dialog box appears. 4. Check the version. z - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 252
" CD-ROM. File Name SETUP.EXE Printer Drivers for Windows 98/Me Printer Drivers for Windows NT 4.0 Printer Drivers for Windows 2000/XP and Windows Server 2003 SmartDeviceMonitor for Client ICM Colour Profiles for Printer Manuals (HTML files) RPCS Raster Printer Drivers This section gives the file - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 253
computer or NEC PC-9821 series computer that supports the operating system. z The Windows NT 4.0 printer driver is incompatible with any version of Windows NT 4.0 designed to run on a RISC processor (MIPS R series, Alpha AXP, or Power PC processors). z Operating Systems Windows 98/Me Windows - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 254
details about installing the PCL printer driver, see "p.147 "Installing the Printer Driver (USB)". SmartDeviceMonitor for Client This SmartDeviceMonitor for Client". Manuals (HTML files) This section gives the location of the manuals (HTML files). File Location The manuals are in the following - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 255
, see the instructions below. z For details about the password, consult your network administrator. Using DHCP This printer can be used in a DHCP environment. In a WINS server environment, the printer name can simultaneously be registered with a WINS server. z Supported DHCP server operating - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 256
For information about printing a configuration page. z Under the WINS server, host names can be used for remote network printer ports. z If you are not using the WINS server, reserve the printer's IP address in the DHCP server so the same IP address is assigned every time. z When there are multiple - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 257
using the machine, or request a certificate from a certificate authority and install it. Configuration flow (self-signed certificate) 1. To access the printer from a user's computer, request for the SSL server certificate and public key. 2. The server certificate and public key are sent from the - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 258
Install the certificate by following the Certificate Import Wizard instructions. z For details about how to install the certificate, see the Web browser Help. z If a certificate issued by a certificate authority is installed in the printer, confirm the certificate store location with the certificate - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 259
) × 90-216 mm (width) Paper sizes (Duplex unit) Standard paper size: A4 , B5 , A5 , A6 , Legal , Letter , 5 1/2" × 8 1/2" , Executive , 16K Paper type Plain paper Recycled paper Colour paper Inkjet plain paper Glossy paper Inkjet transparency Envelope Paper weight Tray 1/ optional tray: 60-157 g/m2 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 260
500 × 491× 263 mm (19.7 × 19.3 × 10.4 inches) Weight Approximately 15.5 kg (34.2 lb.) (printer body with consumables) Noise emission Less than 56 dB (high quality mode) Interface USB 2.0 high speed Printer language RPCS Raster PCL Print cartridges Types and yields measured using A4 (Letter) 5% chart - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 261
of the Print cartridges packaged with the printer are lower than the yields of the Print cartridges available for purchase inches)), 16K Custom paper sizes: 210-356 mm (length) × 148-216 mm (width) Paper type Plain paper Inkjet plain paper Recycled paper Colour paper Paper weight 60-157 g/m2 (114 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 262
Additional Information Colour paper Inkjet plain paper Glossy paper Inkjet transparency Envelope Paper weight 60-255 g/m2 (114.7-485.0 lb.) Paper capacity 100 z Under the PCL driver, the available custom size is 127-355.6 mm (length) × 55-215.9 mm (width). 262 - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 263
Interference If another electronic device is placed next to the printer, each will influence the other negatively. In the case following: z Move the television or radio as far as possible from the printer. z Change the position of the antenna of the television or radio. z Use a different wall - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 264
: The product manufacturer provides warranty and support to the software of the product including z The software installed on this product is based in part on the work of the Independent JPEG Group. NetBSD tree must be consulted. A full source code can be found at http://www.netbsd.org/. - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 265
LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 266
Additional Information z This product includes software developed by Adam Glass. z This product includes software developed by Jonathan Stone. z This product includes software developed by Jonathan Stone for the NetBSD Project. z This product includes software developed by Winning Strategies, Inc. z - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 267
LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT - Ricoh GX5050N | User Guide - Page 268
in a product, Eric Young should be given attribution as the author of the parts of the library used. This can be in the form of a textual message at DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER
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User Guide
Copyright © 2005, 2006
All rights reserved.
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Read This First
About This Product
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Introduction
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Trademarks
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Disclaimer
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Manuals for This Printer
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How to Read This Manual
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Screen Navigation
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Useful Functions
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Symbols
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Removing the User Guide
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Guide to Components
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Printer Body
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Printer Rear
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Control Panel
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Option
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Paper Feed Unit Type TK1000
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Multi Bypass Tray Type BY1000
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Detaching and Reattaching the Multi Bypass Tray (Optional)
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Recommended Functions
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Paper
Compatible Paper Types
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Loadable Paper Sizes and Quantities
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