Kyocera FS-9100DN FS-9100/9500 Operation Guide Rev-1.3 - Page 7

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Introduction

The Kyocera Mita page printer has many desirable features,

such as the EcoPrint function that reduces the power consump-

tion and the Auto Media Type Selection function that selects the

media automatically before printing. If you install the option doc-

ument finisher to the printer, you can also make stitching.

This section explains the following topics:

• For More Information...

• Guide to the Operation Guide

This Operation Guide has the following chapters:

Chapter 1 Names of Parts

This chapter explains the name and function of each part of the

printer.

Chapter 2 How to Load Paper

This chapter explains how to load paper into the paper cassette

and MP tray.

Chapter 3 Using the Operator Panel

This chapter explains the message display, indicators and keys

on the operator panel, and how to make various settings from

the operator panel.

Chapter 4 Troubleshooting

This chapter explains how to handle printer problems that may

occur, such as paper jams.

Chapter 5 Paper Selection

This chapter explains the types of paper that can be used with

the printer.

Chapter 6 Maintenance

This chapter explains how to replace the toner container, waste

toner box, and how to care for your printer.

Appendix A Fonts

This appendix explains about fonts and lists the printer’s internal

fonts.

Appendix B Expansion Memory

This appendix explains how to expand the printer’s memory.

Appendix C Host Computer Interface

This appendix explains the pin assignment and specifications for

the printer’s parallel interface and serial interface.

Appendix D Option Units

This appendix introduces the available options for use with the

printer.

Appendix E Specifications

This appendix lists the printer’s specifications.

Glossary

This glossary explains the terminology used in this manual.

1. For More Information...

Item

Description

Installation Guide

(paper manual)

Describes procedures from

the printer setup to printing a

test page.

Operation Guide

(this manual)

Guides you through topics

concerning the operations and

maintenance of the printer.

Printer Driver Guide

Describes how to install and

set the printer driver. This

guide is contained in the latter

half of this guide.

PRESCRIBE

Programming Manual

Describes how to use the

PRESCRIBE commands and

their parameters in detail for

experienced users. This man-

ual is contained in the CD-

ROM supplied with the printer.

PDF417 Two-Dimensional Bar

Code Implementation Manual

Includes a PDF417 overview

and explains PRESCRIBE com-

mands for use with two-dimen-

sional barcodes. This manual is

contained in the CD-ROM sup-

plied with the printer.

2. Guide to the Operation Guide

Section	Page
Operation Guide ver 1.3	1
Contents	5
Introduction	7
For More Information...	7
Guide to the Operation Guide	7
IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ FIRST	8
Chapter 1 Names of Parts	12
Chapter 2 How to Load Paper	14
1. How to Load Paper	14
1.1 Loading Paper into the Paper Cassette	14
1.2 Loading Paper into the MP (Multi-Purpose) Tray	15
1.3 Setting Envelopes	16
Chapter 3 Using the Operator Panel	17
1. Understanding the Operator Panel	17
1.1 Operation Indicators	18
1.2 Message Display	18
1.3 Interface Indicator	18
1.4 Paper Size Indicator	19
1.5 Paper Type Indicator	19
1.6 Keys	19
2. Using the Operator Panel	20
2.1 Menu Selection System	20
2.2 Using the Menu Selection System	26
2.2.1 Printing the Menu Map	26
2.2.2 Printing Status Page	26
2.2.3 e-MPS	27
2.2.4 Changing the Interface Parameters	34
2.2.5 Changing the Emulation	38
2.2.6 Setting the Default Font	40
2.2.7 Using Page Set Menus	42
2.2.8 Setting the Print Quality	46
2.2.9 Operating an Option Hard Disk	47
2.2.10 Operating a RAM Disk	50
2.2.11 Operating a Memory Card	52
2.2.12 Paper Handling	56
2.2.13 Other Modes	63
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting	69
1. General Guide	69
2. Print Quality Problems	70
3. Indicators and Messages	72
3.1 Indicators	72
3.2 Maintenance Messages	72
3.3 Error Messages	74
4. Correcting a Paper Jam	76
4.1 Jam in Paper Cassette	77
4.2 Jam at the MP Tray	77
4.3 Jam in Left Cover 1	78
4.4 Jam in Left Cover 2	79
4.5 Paper Jam at the Option Document Finisher	79
Chapter 5 Paper Selection	80
1. General Guidelines	80
1.1 Paper Availability	80
1.2 Paper Specifications	80
1.3 Selecting the Right Paper	80
2. Special Paper	82
2.1 Transparency (Overhead Projection Film)	82
2.2 Adhesive-Backed Labels	83
3. Paper Type	84
Chapter 6 Maintenance	85
1. Toner Container Replacement	85
1.1 Toner Container Replacement Interval	85
1.2 Replenishing Toner	85
Appendix A Fonts	89
Appendix B Expansion Memory	93
1. Removing the Main Circuit Board	93
1.1 Notes on Handling the Main Circuit Board and DIMM	93
1.2 Removing the Main Circuit Board from the Printer	93
2. Installing DIMMs	94
2.1 Removing DIMM	94
2.2 Testing the Expansion Memory	94
Appendix C Host Computer Interface	95
1. Parallel Interface	95
1.1 Parallel Interface Communication Modes	95
1.2 Interface Signals	95
2. Serial Interface	96
2.1 Interface Signals	96
3. RS-232C Protocol	97
4. RS-232C Cable Connection	98
4.1 Preparing an RS-232C Cable	98
4.2 Connecting the RS-232C Cable	98
4.3 Setting the RS-232C Parameters	98
Appendix D Option Units	100
1. Available Options	100
2. Installing Option Units	102
2.1 PF-70/75 Paper Feeders	102
2.2 DF-70/71/75 Document Finishers	102
2.3 Network Interface	102
2.4 Hard Disk	103
2.5 Memory Card	103
Appendix E Specifications	104
Glossary	106
Index	108
A	108
B	108
C	108
D	108
E	108
F	108
G	108
H	108
I	108
J	108
K	108
L	108
M	108
N	109
O	109
P	109
R	109
S	109
T	109
V	109
W	109
Driver Guide ver 1.1	111
Contents	113
Chapter 1 Installing the Printer Driver	114
Chapter 2 Setting the Defaults	116
2.1 Adding Option Devices (Setup)	116
2.1.1 Installing the Paper Feeder (PF-70)	116
2.1.2 Installing the Paper Feeder (PF-75)	117
2.1.3 Installing the Document Finisher (DF-70/DF-71)	118
2.1.4 Installing the Document Finisher (DF-75)	119
2.1.5 Installing the Hard Disk	120
2.1.6 Using the RAM Disk	120
2.1.7 Selecting the User Name	121
2.1.8 Selecting the Printer Description Language	122
Chapter 3 Printing Through Application Software	124
3.1 Setting the Paper Size	124
3.1.1 Custom Size Settings	126
3.1.2 Advanced Media Settings	127
3.2 Setting the Duplex Printing	128
3.3 Using the Booklet Mode	129
3.4 Using the Document Finisher (DF-70/DF-71)	130
3.5 Using the Document Finisher (DF-75)	131
3.6 e-MPS	132
3.6.1 Using Job Retention	133
3.6.2 Using Virtual Mailbox Printing	138

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