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    Operating Instructions For safe and correct use, be sure to read "Safety Information" before using the machine.
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    Manual...7 Introduction...7 Legal Prohibition...7 Disclaimer...7 Differences in Functions between Different Models 8 Note to Administrator...8 About IP Address...9 List of Option...9 Model-Specific Information...10 Important Safety Instructions ...29 Sharing the Printer on a Network...33 Wireless
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    Enabling the User Restriction Settings...37 When Machine Functions are Restricted...40 2. Loading Paper Supported Paper...41 Specifications of Paper Types...44 Non-Recommended Paper Types...51 Print Area...52 Loading Paper...54 Loading Paper into Tray1 and 2...54 Loading
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    4. Configuring the Machine Using the Control Panel Basic Operation...81 Menu Chart...82 Paper Input Menu...83 List/Test Print Menu...86 Printing the Configuration Page...86 Types of Lists/Reports...86 Maintenance Menu...88 System Menu...89 Host Interface Menu...92 PCL Menu...96 PS Menu...98 Language
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    144 Cleaning the Registration Roller and Paper Tray 147 7. Troubleshooting Removing Paper Jams...151 Removing Printing Jams...151 Common Problems...157 Paper Feed Problems...158 Print Quality Problems...161 Checking the Condition of the Machine 161 Checking the printer driver settings...162 4
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    Printer Problems...164 When You Cannot Print Properly...164 When You Cannot Print Clearly...167 When Paper Is Not Fed Properly...170 Other Printing Problems... Cartridge...187 Waste Toner Bottle...189 Specifications of the Machine...190 General Function Specifications...190 Printer Function
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    Trademarks...197 INDEX...199 6
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    Manual Introduction This manual contains detailed instructions and notes on the operation and use of this machine. For your safety and benefit, read this manual carefully before using the machine. Keep this manual driver's licenses. The preceding list is meant as a guide use genuine toner from the
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    SP C252DN Type 2 Available Available Available Available Note to Administrator Password Certain configurations of this machine can be password Image Monitor By default, the access to the machine via Web Image Monitor is not password-protected. The setting for configuring the password can be found
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    About IP Address In this manual, "IP address" covers both IPv4 and IPv6 environments. Read the instructions that are relevant to the environment you are using. List of Option Option List Paper Feed Unit TK1010 Referred to as Paper feed unit • If
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    -27 • 220-240V (mainly North America) If the label contains the following, your machine is a region B model: • CODE XXXX -17 • 120-127V • Dimensions in this manual are given in two units of measure: metric and inch. If your machine is a Region A model, refer to the metric units. If your machine is
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    waste. It must be disposed of separately via the appropriate return and collection systems available. By following these instructions you service representatives. Environmental Advice for Users Users in the EU, Switzerland and Norway Consumables yield Please refer to either the User's Manual
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    ink cartridge return program Toner and ink cartridge for recycling will be accepted free of charge from users in accordance with local regulations. For details about the return program, please refer to the Web page below or consult your service person. https://www.ricoh-return.com/ Energy efficiency
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    Important Safety Instructions Notes to Users in the State of California Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply. See: www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate 13
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    manufacturers participate voluntarily. Targeted products are computers, monitors, printers, facsimiles, copiers, scanners, and multifunction devices. Energy This machine is equipped with the following Energy Saver modes: Energy Saver mode 1 and Energy Saver mode 2. If the machine has been idle for a
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    Specifications Energy Saver mode 1 Energy Saver mode 2 Duplex Function*2 Power Consumption*1 80 W or less Default Time 30 seconds Recovery Time*1 10 seconds or less Power Consumption*1 (mainly Europe and Asia) 3.8 W or less (mainly North America) 2.7 W or less Default Time 1 minute
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    1. Getting Started Guide to Components This section introduces the names of the various parts on the front and rear side of the machine and outlines their functions. Exterior: Front View 4 5 6 1 7 2 8 3 9 10 DAC023 1. Top Cover Open this cover to replace the print cartridge. 2. Control
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    Cover Open Lever Open here to replace the print cartridges. 8. Front Cover Open this cover to replace the waste toner bottle or remove jammed paper. 9. Tray 1 This tray can hold up to 250 sheets of plain paper. 10. Bypass Tray Load paper here sheet by sheet. • Pull up the retainer as shown below to
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    Exterior: Rear View Guide to Components 3 4 5 1 2 6 7 DAC024 1. Front Cover Open Lever To open the front cover, pull this lever on the right side of the machine. 2. Cable Cover Remove
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    might have to move this unit to check for or remove jammed paper. 4. Waste Toner Bottle Collects toner that is wasted during printing. 5. Transfer unit You need to remove this when you replace the waste toner bottle. • For details about the messages that appear on the screen when consumables need
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    Control Panel 1 2 3 4 Guide to Components 5 10 9 8 76 DAC527 1. [Stop/Start] key Press this key to stop an error occurs. Check the displayed error message. Flashes in yellow when the toner has nearly run out. 10. Power Indicator Remains lit while the power is on. It is unlit when the power
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    1. Getting Started Installing the Machine Where to Put the Machine Be careful about where to place the machine, because environmental conditions greatly affect its performance. • Do not use flammable sprays or solvents in the vicinity of this machine. Doing so could result in fire or electric shock.
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    or minimum) space requirements are as follows: 33 cm (13 inches) Installing the Machine 20 cm (7.9 inches) 10 cm (4 inches) 70 cm (27.6 inches) 10 cm (4 inches) DAC021 Optimum Environmental Conditions Permissible and recommended temperature and humidity ranges are as follows: DAC581 • White
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    1. Getting Started • Areas with corrosive gases • Areas that are excessively cold, hot, or humid • Areas directly exposed to currents of hot, cold, or room-temperature air from air conditioners • Areas directly exposed to radiant heat from heaters • Locations near air conditioners or
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    Installing Option This section explains how to install options. Attaching Paper Feed Unit Installing Option • Touching the prongs of the power cable's plug with anything metallic constitutes a fire and electric shock hazard. • It is dangerous to handle the power cord plug with wet hands. Doing so
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    1. Getting Started 1. Check that the package contains the paper feed unit. DAC047 2. Turn off the machine's power switch, and then unplug the machine's power cord from the wall outlet. 3. Remove adhesive tapes from the optional paper feed unit. DAC048 4. Lift the machine using the inset grips on
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    , see the printer driver Help. • If the new device is listed in the column of configuration options, it has been properly installed. • If the optional paper feed unit is not installed properly, try to install it again by repeating the procedure. If the problem persists, contact your sales or service
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    1. Getting Started About Operation Tools This section explains the operation tools of this machine. Control Panel The control panel contains a screen and keys for controlling the machine. Using the control panel, you can configure the machine's various settings. For details about how to use the
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    IP address is assigned automatically by the network (DHCP), or is specified manually. • You can press the [Escape] key to exit to the previous address setting first, then install the driver. For details about installing the driver, see the Driver Installation Guide. • For details about printing the
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    restart the machine, turn off the machine, and then turn it back on. 10. Print the configuration page to check the setting. The IPv4 address setting will "TCP/IP" on the configuration page. Assigning the machine's IPv4 address manually • The IPv4 address assigned to the machine must not be used by
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    page to check the setting. The IPv4 address setting will appear under "TCP/IP" on the configuration page. • If [DHCP] is enabled, manually configured IPv4 address settings are not used. Specifying settings to receive an IPv6 address automatically • DHCP server is required on the network for the
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    " on the configuration page. Assigning the machine's IPv6 address manually • The IPv6 address assigned to the machine must not be to select [Inactive], and then press the [OK] key. 10. Press the [ ] or [ ] key to select [Manual Address], and then press the [OK] key. 11. Press the [ ] or [ ] key
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    . 3. On the [Sharing] tab, click [Share this printer]. • To share this printer with users using a different version of Windows, continue with this procedure. • If you have installed an alternative driver by selecting [Share this printer] during the printer driver installation, proceed to Step 8. 33
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    tab, click the [Printing Defaults...] button. Specify the default values for the printer driver to be used by client computers, and then click [OK]. 9. Click [Apply]. 10. Click [OK]. Wireless LAN Setup This section explains how to configure the wireless LAN settings manually using the control panel
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    you have selected [WPA2-PSK] or [Mixed Mode], proceed to Step 11. 10. Press the [ ] or [ ] manually assigned an IP address for TCP/IP if there is no DHCP server. • In Ad Hoc mode, only Open System or WEP encryption is supported. WPA2-PSK and Mix Mode WPA2/WPA authentication methods are not supported
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    then press the [OK] key. • To move to the next character, press the [OK] key. • To return to the previous character, press the [Escape] key. 10. Press the [ ] or [ ] key to select the authentication method, and then press the [OK] key. 11. Press the [ ] or [ ] key to select the encryption method
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    is available for the Type 2 model only. • To print jobs that require authentication you can use only the PCL printer driver. Printing such jobs from the PostScript 3 printer driver is not possible. • For details about using Web Image Monitor, see page 101 "Using Web Image Monitor". Enabling the
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    entries appears. 7. Select a user entry, and then click [Change]. The following window appears. 8. Enter the user name in [User Name] using up to 16 be used to authenticate users when they try to use a restricted function. 10. Select the functions you want to make available to the user upon
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    Start the Web browser, and access the machine by entering its IP address. 2. Click [Restrict Available Functions]. 3. Enter the administrator password if required. 4. Click [Apply]. 5. Click [Available Functions per User]. A list of currently registered user entries appears. 6. Select the entry to
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    the PostScript 3 printer driver is not possible. • The procedure in this section is an example based on Windows 7. The table below shows the functions that can be restricted, and how users can be authenticated to use them. Restricted Function • PictBridge printing • Printing (both color and black
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    Supported Paper Tray 1 Type Thin paper Plain paper Middle thick paper Thick paper 1, 2 Recycled paper Color paper 101/2 inches) 8 × 13 inches 81/2 × 13 inches Folio (81/4 × 13 inches) 16K (195 × 267 mm) Com 10 (41/8 × 91/2 inches) Monarch (37/8 × 71/2 inches) C5 Env (162 × 229 mm) C6 Env (114 ×
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    2. Loading Paper Tray 2 (option) Type Thin paper Plain paper Middle thick paper Thick paper 1 Recycled paper Color paper Preprinted paper Prepunched paper Letterhead Size A4 Letter (81/2 × 11 inches) Weight 60 to 105 g/m2 (16 to 28 lb.) Capacity 500 (80 g/m2, 20 lb.) 42
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    Supported Paper Bypass tray Type Thin paper Plain paper Middle thick paper Thick paper 1, 2 Recycled paper Color (195 mm × 267 mm) Com 10 (41/8 × 91/2 inches) Monarch printer driver When [Gradation:] in [Print Quality] is set to [Fine] • PostScript 3 printer driver When [Print Quality] in [Printer
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    , the toner may smudge. • Print quality can be guaranteed only if recommended paper is used. For more information about the recommended paper, contact your sales or service representative. Middle thick paper Item Description Paper thickness 75 to 90 g/m2 (20 to 24 lb.) Supported paper tray
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    16K (195 mm × 267 mm) Notes If the paper thickness is outside the specified range, select [Thin Paper], [Plain Paper], [Thick Paper 1], or [Thick Paper 2]. Color paper Item Paper thickness Supported paper tray Description 75 to 90 g/m2 (20 to 24 lb.) Can be used with any of the paper trays. 45
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    [Thick Paper 1], or [Thick Paper 2]. Preprinted paper Item Description Paper thickness 75 to 90 g/m2 (20 to 24 lb.) Supported paper tray Tray 1 and tray 2 Duplex supported size A4, B5 JIS, Legal (81/2 × 14 inches), Letter (81/2 × 11 inches), Executive (71/4 × 101/2 inches), 8 × 13, 81/2 × 13
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    specified range cannot be printed onto. Bond paper Item Description Paper thickness 106 to 160 g/m2 (28 to 43 lb.) Supported paper tray Tray 1 and bypass tray Duplex supported size None Notes • The number of sheets that can be printed in one minute is approximately half that of middle thick
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    come out badly creased, load the envelopes in the opposite direction. Also, configure the printer driver to rotate the print object 180 degrees. For details about changing the orientation see the printer driver Help. • Environmental factors can degrade the print quality on both recommended and non
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    • Fan envelopes, and then align their edges before loading. Supported Paper DAC573 • When fanning envelopes, make sure they are not stuck together. If they are stuck together, separate them. • When fanning envelopes, make sure the
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    duplex printing on 8 × 13, 81/2 × 13, Folio (81/4 × 13 inches), or 16K (195 mm × 267 mm) size paper in the following cases: • PCL printer driver When [Gradation:] in [Print Quality] is set to [Fine] • PostScript 3 printer driver When [Print Quality] in [Printer Features] is set to [Best Quality] 50
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    paper printed on by other than a laser printer (e.g.monochrome and color copiers, ink-jet printers, etc.) • Special paper, such as thermal paper and carbon paper • Paper weighing heavier or lighter than the limit • Paper with windows
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    that the machine can print on. Paper 2 4 4 3 1 3 DAC571 1. Print area 2. Feed direction 3. Approx. 4.2 mm (0.2 inches) 4. Approx. 4.2 mm (0.2 inches) Envelope 3 4 3 1 2 3 DAC577 1. Print area 2. Feed direction 3. Approximately 10 mm (0.4 inches) 4. Approximately 15 mm (0.6 inches) 52
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    Print Area • Borderless printing is not supported. • The print area may vary depending on the paper size, printer language and printer driver settings. • For better envelope printing, we recommend you set the right, left, top, and bottom print margins to at least 15 mm (0.6 inches) each. 53
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    . Straighten curled paper before loading. • After loading paper in the tray, specify the paper type and size using the control panel to avoid printing problems. This machine does not detect the paper size automatically. 1. Pull out the paper tray carefully with both hands. DAC070 Place the tray on
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    slide it inward to match the paper size. DAC053 When loading custom size paper, position the paper guide slightly wider than the actual paper size. 5. Load new sheets of paper aligned with their side to be printed face down. Make sure the paper
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    not stacked higher than the upper limit marked inside the tray. DAC059 6. Check there are no gaps between the paper and the paper guides (both side and end paper guides). DAC058 7. Carefully push the paper tray straight into the machine. To avoid paper jams, make sure the tray is securely inserted
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    1. Remove the rear cover using a coin. Loading Paper DAC032 2. Pull out Tray 1 carefully with both hands. Place the tray on a flat surface. 3. Push the metal plate down until it clicks. DAC050 4. Pinch the extender in the "PUSH" direction, and then pull out the extender until it clicks. DAC055
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    2 are unavailable if paper is loaded in the bypass tray. • You cannot load paper into the bypass tray while the machine is in Energy Saver mode. 1. Insert the top edge of the paper into the machine. 58 DAC067
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    2. Adjust the paper guides to the paper size. Loading Paper DAC066 3. Support the paper with both hands, and insert it carefully until it stops. DAC065 Loading Envelopes • Before printing on envelopes, make sure to lower the levers
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    2. Loading Paper Lowering the fusing unit levers 1. Pull the front cover open lever, and then carefully lower the front cover. 2 1 DAC061 2. Lower the fusing unit levers. DAC340 3. Using both hands, carefully push up the front cover until it closes. DAC062 For details about loading an envelope, see
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    out badly creased, load the envelopes in the opposite direction, and then rotate the print object by 180 degrees using the printer driver before printing. For details, see the printer driver Help. • When Using Tray 1 • If the envelope flap is on a short side, place the envelope with the flap side in
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    2. Loading Paper • For prints from the bypass tray or Tray 1, you can select to print according to either the printer driver settings or the control panel settings with [Bypass Priority] or [Tray1 Priority] under [Paper Input]. For details about [Bypass Priority] or [Tray1 Priority], see page
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    paper size. • Custom size paper cannot be loaded in tray 2. • When you perform printing, make sure that the paper size specified with the printer driver matches the paper size specified with the control panel. If a paper size mismatch occurs, a message appears on the display. To ignore the error
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    2. Loading Paper 3. Press the [ ] or [ ] key to select [Paper Size], and then press the [OK] key. 4. Press the [ ] or [ ] key to select the paper size setting for the desired tray, and then press the [OK] key. 5. Press the [ ] or [ ] key to select [Custom Size], and then press the [OK] key. 6. Press
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    You can also click the information icons to display configuration information. 2. Configure printing option settings as necessary, and then click [OK]. The printer properties dialog box closes. 3. Click [OK]. • If a paper jam occurs, printing stops after the current page has been printed out. After
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    Printing Documents Canceling a print job before printing has started Windows 1. Double-click the printer icon on the task tray of your computer. 2. Select the print job you want to cancel, click the [Document] menu, and then click [Cancel]. Mac OS X 1. From the Apple menu, select [System Preferences
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    If a Paper Mismatch Occurs If a Paper Mismatch Occurs The machine reports an error if: • The paper size or type does not match the print job's settings when [Input Tray:] is set to [Auto Tray Select]. There are two ways to resolve these errors: Continue printing using mismatched paper Use the form-
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    3. Printing Documents Resetting the Print Job 1. While an error message is displayed on the control panel, press the [Job Reset] key. DAC582 68
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    PCL printer driver, and printing from a computer running a Windows operating system. • The procedure in this section is an example based on Windows 7. or the user code used for the previous Locked Print job. 5. Type the password (containing 4 to 8 digits) and user ID (containing 1 to 9 alphanumeric
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    when the Locked Print file was stored, and "User ID" is the user ID entered using the printer driver. 3. Press the [ ] or [ ] key to select [Print Job], and then press the [OK] key. 4. Enter the password using the [ ] or [ ] keys. • Press the [OK] key to confirm the entry of each digit. • Press the
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    to delete a Locked Print file. You do not need to enter a password to delete a Locked Print file. 1. When the Locked Print message is Print file was stored, and "User ID" is the user ID entered using the printer driver. To delete the log entry, proceed to the following steps. 3. Press the [OK
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    [ ] or [ ] key to select [Execute], and then press the [OK] key. The log is deleted. If there are Locked Print logs/files remaining in the printer, the display returns to the list of Locked Print logs/files. If there are none remaining, the display returns to the initial screen. 72
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    fails. • Since printing conditions are specified on the digital camera, specifiable parameters depend on the digital camera. For details, see the manuals provided with the digital camera. • This function is compatible with USB 2.0. PictBridge Printing Use the following procedure to start PictBridge
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    need to be switched off when connecting to the printer. For details, see the manual provided with the digital camera. What Can Be Done For details, see the manuals provided with the digital camera. Exiting PictBridge Use the following procedure to quit the PictBridge mode. • Do not disconnect
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    two or more digital cameras are connected, the second and subsequent cameras are not recognized. Cannot print. Cause Solution There is a problem with the USB connection or the PictBridge settings. Use the following procedure to check the connection and settings: 1. Disconnect and then reconnect
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    3. Printing Documents Problem Cannot print. Cannot print. Cause The specified type of paper is not loaded. The specified paper size is not supported by this machine. Solution The specified type of paper is not loaded. If you have to use paper that is not of the specified size,
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    Print Functions This section briefly describes various print functions that you can configure with the printer driver to make printouts appropriate for your purposes. Print Quality Functions Print quality and color tone can be adjusted to suit the print data. Some of the print quality settings
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    You can find the color profile in the ICM folder stored on the provided printer driver CD-ROM. For information about adding a color profile, search Windows Help for "color profile", and then see /8K documents can be scaled to a size that the machine supports, so that it can then be printed out. 78
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    . Various predefined watermarks are provided. You can also create your own watermarks. • Some of the functions described above might not be available depending on the printer driver or operating system. For details, see the
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    3. Printing Documents 80
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    4. Configuring the Machine Using the Control Panel Basic Operation 1. If you want to configure the machine's system settings, press the [Menu] key. CER408 2. Press the [ ] or [ ] key to select the settings you want to use. 3. To confirm setting items and values displayed, press the [OK] key. 4. To
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    ], [PCL Font List], [PS Font List], [Maintenance Pg.] Maintenance [Color Dens/Reg], [TonerAlmstEmpty], [Anti-Humid Lvl] System [Auto Continue], [ 2], [B&W Page Detect], [Restore Default], [Prt. Err.Report], [BW Prt Priority] [Auto Cleaning], [PCL6 Mode] Host Interface [Timeout:LockPrt], [Timeout
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    × 10 1/2, 8 ×13, 8 1/2 × 13, 8 1/4 × 13, 16K, Custom Size, 4 1/8 × 9 1/2, 3 7/8 × 7 1/2, C5 Env, C6 Env, DL Env, 5 1/2 × 8 1/2, B6 JIS, A6 Paper Type: Tray 1 Specifies the paper type for Tray 1. Default: [Plain Paper] • Thin Paper, Plain Paper, Middle Thick, Thick Paper 1, Recycled Paper, Color
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    print jobs using the bypass tray are handled. Default: [Driver/Command] • Machine Setting The paper settings configured on the machine's control panel are applied to all print jobs. An error occurs when the paper settings specified by the printer driver or the print command do not match the machine
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    on the machine's control panel are applied to all print jobs. An error occurs when the paper settings specified by the printer driver or the print command do not match the machine's settings. • Driver/Command When the paper tray is specified for a print job, the paper settings specified in the
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    for [Tray Priority] in paper input settings on A4 or Letter size paper. Config. Page Prints general information and the current configurations of the printer. Menu List Prints the machine's function menus. Test Page Prints a test page for checking the single-sided printing condition. The test page
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    Maintenance Pg. Prints the maintenance page. List/Test Print Menu 87
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    can be printed with the remaining toner is approximately 300. Anti-Humid Lvl You can set the printer to produce prints in consistent quality even when humidity is high. Default: [Off] • Off • Level 1 Select this mode if printouts are blurred. • Level 2 Select this mode if printouts are curled and/or
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    or the printer driver. Default: "1" • 1 - 999 Sub Paper Size Sets the printer to print 10 1/2, 8 × 13, 8 1/2 × 13, 8 1/4 × 13, 16K, 4 1/8 × 9 1/2, 3 7/8 × 7 1/2, C5 Env, C6 Env, DL Env Duplex Sets the printer to print on both sides of paper according to the specified binding method. Default
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    's blank page setting. When cover sheet printing is enabled from the printer driver, cover sheets are inserted even if you select [Off]. Default: [On] • On • Off Energy Saver 1 The machine enters Energy Saver mode 1 if the machine has been idle for about 30 seconds. It takes less time to recover
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    System Menu BW Prt Priority Sets the printer to suppress the consumption of color toner when printing black-and-white pages. Also, the amount of color toner consumed during warm-up time for maintenance will also be lowered. Default: [Off] • Off • On Auto Cleaning Sets the machine to execute periodic
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    Print file. You can also print or delete an existing Locked Print file so that the new Locked Print file can be stored in the printer. This setting appears only for the Type 2 model. Default: "60" seconds • 0 to 300 seconds, in increments of 1 second Timeout: USB Specifies how many seconds the
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    Host Interface Menu Selects whether to enable or disable IPsec. Default: [Inactive] • Inactive • Active • MAC Address Displays the machine's MAC address. • Wi-Fi Config. • Wi-Fi Select whether to enable or disable Wireless LAN. Default: [Inactive] • Inactive • Active If [Inactive] is set, [Wi-Fi
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    IP Addr. Method Displays the IP address acquisition method. • DHCP • Auto IP • Manual Config. • Default IP • IPv6 Config. • IPv6 Selects whether to enable or disable IPv6. Default: [Active] • Active • Inactive • DHCP Sets the printer to receive its IPv6 address from a DHCP server. When DHCP is used
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    address obtained from a DHCP server. • Manual Address • Manual Address Specifies the machine's IPv6 address when printer driver can be used for multiple printers or not under USB connection. Default: [Off] • On The same printer driver you have installed in your computer can be used with any printer
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    between 0.44 and 99.99 in 0.01 increments. This setting is effective only for fixed-space fonts. Default: [10.00 pitch] Symbol Set Specifies the character set for the default font. Available sets are as follows: PC-8, PC-8 D/N, PC-850, PC-852, PC-858, PC8-TK, Win L1, Win L2, Win L5, Desktop
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    to extend the width of the printable area of A4 size paper, reducing side margin width. Default: [Off] • Off • On Append CR to LF Sets the printer to append a CR code to each LF code to print text data clearly. Default: [Off] • Off • On Resolution Specifies the print resolution in dots per inch
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    the Machine Using the Control Panel PS Menu Resolution Specifies the print resolution in dots per inch. Default: [600 x 600 1bit] • 600 x 600 1bit • 600 x 600 2bit • 600 x 600 4bit Color Profile Specifies the color profile. Default: [Solid Color] • Solid Color • Presentation • Photographic • Off 98
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    Language Menu You can set language displayed on the menu. Changing the Language Menu Use the following procedure to change the language. 1. Press the [Menu] key. Language Menu CER408 2. Press the [ ] or [ ] key to select [Language], and then press the [OK] key. 3. Press the [ ] or [ ] key to
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    4. Configuring the Machine Using the Control Panel 100
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    the administrator password • Resetting the machine's configuration to the factory default • Creating backup files of the machine's configuration • Restoring the machine's configuration from backup files • Configuring the machine's Energy Saver mode setting Supported Web browsers • Windows: Internet
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    Machine Using Web Image Monitor Displaying Top Page When you access the machine using Web Image Monitor, the top page appears in your browser's window. 1. Launch the Web browser. 2. In the Web browser's address bar, enter "http://(machine's IP address)/" to access the machine. If a DNS or WINS
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    's [Refresh] button to refresh the entire browser screen. • If you use an older version of a supported Web browser or the Web browser has JavaScript and cookies disabled, display and operation problems may occur. • If you are using a proxy server, configure the Web browser settings as necessary. For
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    the remaining life of the waste toner bottle, as "Status OK", "Almost Full" or "Full". Shows the remaining life of the intermediate transfer unit, as "Status OK", "Replacement Required Soon" or "Replacement Required". For replacing, contact your sales or service representative. Shows the remaining
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    Required". For replacing, contact your sales or service representative. Description Shows the current state and • If a non-genuine print cartridge is installed, toner life cannot be reliably indicated. • The information about Total number of pages • Number of color pages • Number of black-and-white
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    Description Shows the number of pages printed in Economy Color Printing mode using the printer function. Shows the following for pages printed in Economy Color Printing mode using the printer function: • Accumulated value of black toner A4 page coverage (in percent) • Accumulated value of black
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    Color Printing mode using the printer function: • Accumulated value of yellow toner A4 page coverage (in percent) • Accumulated value of yellow toner Total Memory Description Shows the version of firmware installed on the machine. Shows the version of firmware for the machine engine. Shows the
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    , B5 JIS, A5, B6 JIS, A6, 8 1/2 × 14, 8 1/2 × 11, 5 1/2 × 8 1/2, 7 1/4 × 10 1/2, 8 × 13, 8 1/2 × 13, 8 1/4 × 13, 16K, 4 1/8 × 9 1/2, 3 7/8 × 7 1/2, C5 75-90g/m2), Thick Paper 1 (91-105g/m2), Recycled Paper, Color Paper, Letterhead, Preprinted Paper, Prepunched Paper Bypass Tray Item Paper Size
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    Color Paper, Letterhead, Prepunched Paper, Label Paper, Bond Paper, Cardstock, Envelope, Thick Paper 2 (106-160g/m2) Description Select the tray that the printer uses first for printer by the printer driver or the print command do not match the machine's settings. • Driver/Command When executing
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    print command are applied regardless of the machine's settings. • Any Size/Type Printing proceeds even if the paper size/type settings of the machine and printer driver do not match, but if the paper is too small for the print job, the printed image will be cropped. • Any Custom Size/Type The
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    is of the same model. If disabled, you must install the printer driver separately for individual machines, because the machine other than the original will setting to suppress the consumption of color toner when printing black-and-white pages. Also, amount of color toner consumed during warm-up time
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    from the PostScript 3 printer driver is not possible. Using Web Image Monitor, enable user restriction for all or some of the functions listed below, and then register users who can use those functions. • PictBridge printing • Printing (both color and black-and-white) • Color printing For each user
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    speed of the network connection. IPP Printer Name Shows the name used to identify the machine on the network. Network Version Shows the version of the machine's network module (a part of the machine firmware). Ethernet MAC Address Shows the Ethernet MAC address of the machine. Active Interface
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    disable [IPv6] under network settings. When disabled, [DHCP], [Manual Configuration Address], [Prefix Length], and [Gateway Address] below cannot Active]. Displays up to four stateless auto addresses. Displays the machine's default gateway address. Displays the link local address of the machine. The
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    Setting Item mDNS Printer Name Description Select to valid range is 1024 to 65535, except 53550 and 49999 (default is 9100). Select to enable network printing using LPR/LPD DNS Method Select whether to specify the domain server manually or have the machine obtain its DNS information automatically.
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    jam occurs. Out of Paper Select to send an alert e-mail to the specified address if paper runs out. Toner Almost Empty Select to send an alert e-mail to the specified address if toner becomes low. Call Service Select to send an alert e-mail to the specified address if the machine requires
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    Configuring the Network Settings SNMP Tab SNMP Item SNMP Description Select whether to enable the machine to use SNMP services. Trap Item Target Trap SNMP Management Host 1 SNMP Management Host 2 Description Select whether to enable the machine to send traps to the management host (NMS).
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    SMTP (1 to 65535). Authentication Method Select an authentication method from the following: [Anonymous]: The user name and password are not necessary. [SMTP]: The machine supports NTLM and LOGIN authentication. [POP before SMTP]: The POP3 server is used for authentication. When sending e-mails
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    . [Auto]: Password will be encrypted or not encrypted according to the POP3 server's settings. Wireless Tab Wireless LAN Status Item Description Wireless LAN Status Displays the status of the connection to the wireless LAN. MAC Address Displays the MAC address. Communication Mode Displays the
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    Mode], you can select only [None] and [WEP]. WPA Passphrase If [WPA2-PSK] or [Mixed Mode [64bit], Format: [Hexadecimal] WEP key max length: 10 characters (0-9, A-F, a-f) • WEP key length: [64bit], • If you are configuring the connection settings manually, check the SSID, authentication method, or
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    only when an administrator password is specified. IPsec Global Settings Tab Item IPsec Function Default Policy Broadcast and Multicast Bypass enable or disable IPsec. Select whether to allow for the default IPsec policy. Select the services that you do not want to apply IPsec from the following
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    IP Policy Settings Item Description No. Specify a number between 1 and 10 for the IPsec policy. The number you specify will determine the used in IPsec communication. Local Address Displays the IP address of this printer. Remote Address Enter the IPv4 or IPv6 address of the device with
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    the encapsulation type from the following: • [Transport]: Select this mode to secure only the payload section of each IP packet when Establishes secure communication that supports authentication only. • [ESP]: Establishes secure communication that supports both authentication and data encryption
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    5. Configuring the Machine Using Web Image Monitor Item Key Perfect Forward Secrecy Description Select whether to enable or disable PFS (Perfect Forward Secrecy). IKE Settings Item IKE Version Encryption Algorithm Authentication Algorithm IKE Life Time IKE Diffie-Hellman Group Pre-Shared Key Key
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    Printing Lists/Reports Printing Lists/Reports Click [Print List/Report] to display the page for printing reports. Then, select an item and click [Print] to print out information for that item. Print List/Report Item Description Configuration Page Prints general information about the machine
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    Mode], and [PCL6 Mode]. Administrator Tab Administrator Settings Item Description New Password Enter the new administrator password. Can contain up to 16 characters. Confirm New Password Enter the same password related to the network to their defaults. Reset Settings of Available Functions
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    for the type of data you wish to back up. 2. Enter the administrator password if required. 3. Click [OK]. 4. Click [Save] in the confirmation dialog from the backup files. The machine's settings are returned to the default after repair. Restore Setting Item Description File to Restore Enter the
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    Energy Saver mode 2 than from Energy Saver mode 1. • The printer recovers from Energy Saver mode when it receives a print job or when any key on the machine is pressed. PCL6 Mode PCL6 Mode Item PCL6 Mode Description Set this to [Universal] when using the Universal Driver and to [SP C250/ C252
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    on the screen • Replace the indicated print cartridge when any of the following messages appear on the screen: "Replace Toner:" (X) ("X" indicates the toner color) • Prepare the indicated print cartridge when any of the following messages appear on the screen: "Repl Tnr soon:" (X) ("X" indicates
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    the laser scanning unit under the upper cover (the position shown by the arrow in the illustration below). DAC044 • If cyan, magenta, or yellow toner runs out, you can print in black and white using just the black toner. Change the color mode setting to Black and White using the machine's driver
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    (K). DAC040 • Do not shake the removed print cartridge. Doing so can cause remaining toner to leak. • Place the old print cartridge on paper or similar material to avoid dirtying your workspace. • The toner color is indicated by the label on each print cartridge. 3. Take the new print cartridge
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    it from side to side five or six times. DAC039 Even distribution of toner within the bottle improves print quality. 5. Remove the protective cover from the print cartridge. DAC037 6. Check the toner color and corresponding location, and then carefully insert the print cartridge vertically. 132
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    recycling and environmental purposes. • Comply with the print cartridge recycling program, whereby used print cartridges are collected for processing. For details, ask your sales or service representative. 133
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    it before turning on the power. • Comply with the waste toner bottle recycling program, whereby used waste toner bottles are collected for processing. For details, ask your sales or service representative. • Before removing the waste toner bottle from the machine, spread paper or similar material
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    both levers on the front cover forward. Replacing the Waste Toner Bottle DAC089 3. Holding the tabs on both ends of the transfer unit, tilt it backwards and lift it up. 2 1 DAC088 4. Holding the handle at the center of the waste toner bottle, carefully pull it partially out without tilting it
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    6. Maintaining the Machine 5. Pull the waste toner bottle halfway out, hold the bottle firmly, and then pull it straight out. DAC077 DAC078 To prevent the waste toner bottle from coming into contact with the intermediate transfer unit (the position shown by the arrow in the illustration below), do
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    6. Close the bottle cap. Replacing the Waste Toner Bottle DAC083 DAC082 7. Holding the center of the new waste toner bottle, carefully insert it halfway into the machine body. Leave the bottle cap open. DAC079 To prevent the waste toner bottle from coming into contact with the intermediate
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    6. Maintaining the Machine DAC080 8. Push in the waste toner bottle until it clicks. Pressing the handle at the center, push the bottle all the way in. DAC075 9. Place the transfer unit on the front cover. Slide the transfer unit along the guide rails into the machine. 138 DAC086
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    10. When it stops, push on the PUSH mark until it clicks. Replacing the Waste Toner Bottle DAC087 11. Using both hands, carefully push up the front cover until it closes. DAC062 • When closing the front cover, push the upper area of the cover firmly. 139
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    Alert indicator on the control panel lights up and the "Replace Intermdt Transfer Belt" message appears on the display, contact your sales or service representative. Replacing the Fusing Unit and Transfer Roller • This function is available for the Type 2 model only. If the Alert indicator on the
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    Cautions When Cleaning Cautions When Cleaning Clean the machine periodically to maintain high print quality. Dry wipe the exterior with a soft cloth. If it is not sufficient, wipe with a soft, damp cloth that has been wrung out thoroughly. If you still cannot remove the stain or grime, use a neutral
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    6. Maintaining the Machine Cleaning the Toner Density Sensor Clean the toner density sensor when the following message appears on the control panel. "Density the top cover. DAC477 2. Remove the rearmost print cartridge. DAC040 3. Slide the toner density sensor lever once to the left. 142 DAC093
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    Cleaning the Toner Density Sensor 4. Carefully insert the print cartridge removed in Step 2 vertically. DAC043 5. Using both hands, hold the center of the top cover and close the cover carefully. Be careful not to trap your fingers. DAC064 143
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    6. Maintaining the Machine Cleaning the Friction Pad and Paper Feed Roller If the friction pad or paper feed roller is dirty, a multi-feed or misfeed might occur. In this case, clean the friction pad and paper feed roller as follows: • Do not use chemical cleaning fluids or organic solvents such as
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    Cleaning the Friction Pad and Paper Feed Roller 5. Wipe the rubber part of the roller with a soft damp cloth. After that, wipe it with a dry cloth to remove the moisture. DAC068 6. Push the metal plate down until it clicks. DAC050 7. Reload the removed paper into the tray, and then push the tray
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    6. Maintaining the Machine • paper jam or multi-sheet feed still occurs after cleaning the friction pad, contact your sales or service representative. • If the optional Tray 2 is installed, clean its friction pad and paper feed roller in the same way as you did for Tray 1. 146
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    Cleaning the Registration Roller and Paper Tray Cleaning the Registration Roller and Paper Tray The registration roller and paper tray can become dirty with paper dust if you print to non-standard paper. Clean the registration roller if white dots appear on prints. • Do not use chemical cleaning
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    6. Maintaining the Machine 4. Wipe the inside of the paper tray with a cloth. DAC060 5. Push the metal plate down until it clicks. DAC050 6. Reload the removed paper into the tray, and then push the tray carefully into the machine until it clicks. 148 DAC069
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    Clean the registration roller by applying a soft damp cloth while turning it. 9. Using both hands, carefully push up the front cover until it closes. DAC062 10. Plug in the power cord securely. Connect all the cables that were removed. 11. Turn on the power. • When closing the front cover, push the
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    6. Maintaining the Machine 150
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    7. Troubleshooting Removing Paper Jams If a paper jam occurs, one of the following doing so could result in burns. • Jammed paper may be covered in toner. Be careful not to get toner on your hands or clothes. • Toner on prints made immediately after clearing a paper jam may be insufficiently fused
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    7. Troubleshooting If paper jams inside the fusing unit If paper jams inside the fusing unit, follow the procedure below to remove it. • Since the temperature around the guide is high, wait for it to cool down before checking for jammed paper. 1. Pull the front cover open lever and then carefully
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    Removing Paper Jams DAC074 If you cannot find the jammed paper, check for it by pulling down the guide. DAC073 3. Pull up the fusing unit levers. DAC071 153
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    7. Troubleshooting 4. Using both hands, carefully push up the front cover until it closes. DAC062 • When closing the front cover, push the upper area of the cover
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    Do not touch the fusing unit. Removing Paper Jams DAC605 If paper has jammed inside the transfer unit, holding both sides of the paper, pull the paper carefully forward and out. DAC092 3. Using both hands, carefully push up the front cover until it closes. DAC062 • Do not pull out the paper tray
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    7. Troubleshooting If paper jams inside the transfer unit If paper jams inside the transfer unit, follow the procedure below to remove it. 1. Pull the front cover
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    This section explains how to troubleshoot common problems that may occur while operating the machine. Problem The machine does not turn on. An error message until the cleaning is complete. • If any of these problems persist, turn off the power, pull out the power cord, and contact your sales or
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    7. Troubleshooting Paper Feed Problems If the machine is operating but paper will not feed or paper jams frequently, check the condition of the machine and paper. Problem Paper does not feed smoothly. Paper jams frequently. Solution • Use supported types of paper. See page 41 "Supported Paper".
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    may be damp. Use paper that has been stored properly. See page 41 "Supported Paper". • Paper is too thin. See page 41 "Supported Paper". • If there are gaps between the paper and the paper guides, adjust the paper guides to remove the gaps. • Check that both the left and right fusing unit levers
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    Troubleshooting Problem Images are not printed in the right position Solution • Adjust the front end paper guide and both side paper guides to match the paper size. See page 54 "Loading Paper". DAC606 Images are printed diagonally to the If there are gaps between the paper and the paper guides
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    the paper type setting of the printer driver matches the type of paper loaded. See page 41 "Supported Paper". A non-genuine print cartridge Machine", and clean the machine as required. Color degradation has occurred. Color degradation may occur in color printing after the machine is moved or a
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    7. Troubleshooting Checking the printer driver settings Problem Solution The printed image is smudged. PCL 5c/6 On the printer driver's [Paper] tab, select [Bypass Tray] in the "Input Tray:" list. In the "Paper Type:" list, select a proper paper type. PostScript 3 On the printer driver's [Paper
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    are fuzzy, of inconsistent thickness, or do not appear. Solution Change the dithering settings on the printer driver. For details about the dithering settings, see the printer driver Help. If the problem persists, specify the settings of the application in which the image was created to change the
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    7. Troubleshooting Printer Problems This section describes printing problems and possible solutions. When You Cannot Print Properly Problem An error occurs. A Locked Print file is canceled. Solution If an error occurs when printing, change the computer or printer driver settings. • Check the
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    Printer Problems Problem Solution There is a considerable delay between the print start command speed up printing, reduce the printing resolution using the printer driver. For details, see the printer driver Help. • The machine is calibrating color. Wait for a while. Documents are not printed
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    problem, contact your sales or service representative. Color changes extremely when adjusted with the printer driver. Only when using PCL 5c/6 Do not make extreme settings for the color balance under the [Print Quality] tab in the printer driver's dialog box. See the printer driver Help. Color
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    [Print Quality] tab (PCL printer driver) or under [Printer Features] (PostScript 3 printer driver), print will be at lower density. For details, see the printer driver Help. • The print cartridge is almost empty. If "Replace Toner: X" ("X" indicates the toner color) appears on the screen, replace
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    turn the printer off, wait a few moments, and then turn it back on again. Then, perform the print job again. The print color is different from the color specified. If a specific color is missing, turn the power switch off and on. If this does not resolve the problem, contact your sales or service
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    streaks appear. Toner is almost empty. If an error message appears on the control panel, replace the print cartridge of the color indicated. See page 129 "Replacing the Print Cartridge". The backs of printed sheets are blemished. • When removing a jammed sheet, the inside of the printer may have
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    7. Troubleshooting Problem Solution Solid lines are printed as broken lines. Only when using PostScript 3 Change the [Dithering] setting in the printer driver's dialog box. See the printer driver Help. Fine dot patterns do not print. Only when using PostScript 3 Change the [Dithering] setting
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    Printer Problems Problem Solution Prints do not stack properly. • The paper being used may be damp. Use paper that has been stored properly. See page 41 "Supported See page 17 "Guide to Components". The Problems Problem The toner has run out and printing has stopped. Solution When the toner
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    7. Troubleshooting Error Processing... The machine is printing. Wait a while. Ready This is the default ready message. The machine is ready for use. No action is required to print. Wait a while. Warming up... The printer is warming up or toner is being supplied. Wait until "Ready" appears on
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    the top or front cover. Turn off the main power, turn it back on, and then download the controller FW again. If the download fails again, contact your sales or service representative. Replace the toner to an appropriate one. See page 129 "Replacing the Print Cartridge". If the error message appears
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    Troubleshooting Replace Toner: # The printer is out of toner # service belt. representative. Replace Transfer Roller It is time to replace the transfer Contact your sales or service roller. representative. Replace soon: Waste Tnr Bottle The waste toner bottle needs to Prepare a new waste toner
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    even though the waste toner bottle is attached correctly, contact your service representative. There is a problem with the printer's controller. Turn off the main power, and then turn it on again. If the error occurs again, contact your sales or service representative. Color registration failed
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    Troubleshooting Panel Indicator The following table explains the meaning of the various indicator patterns that the printer indicator is lit. Cause The printer cannot be used normally. Check the error on the control panel. Toner has nearly run out. The printer is receiving print data from a
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    available in an IPv4 environment. Make sure the functions you use are supported in an IPv6 environment, and then configure the necessary network settings. FTP application) is required to use these commands. Printer Prints documents using the printer driver. Web Image Monitor Allows you to check the
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    , DNS, or WINS. • IPsec compatible operating systems are Windows XP SP2, Windows Vista/7, Windows Server 2003/2003 R2/2008/2008 R2, Mac OS X 10.6 and later, Red Hat Enterprise Linux WS 4.0, and Solaris 10. However, some setting items are not supported depending on the operating system. Make sure the
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    periodically auto updated by applying a validity period (time limit) for its settings. This machine only supports IKEv1 for encryption key exchange. Multiple settings can be configured in the SA. Settings 1-10 You can configure ten separate sets of SA details (such as different shared keys and IPsec
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    Web Image Monitor due to IPsec configuration problems, disable IPsec on the control panel, Settings] appears only if the administrator password has been configured. Specify it using IPsec related settings as necessary. 6. Enter the administrator password, and then click [Apply]. 7. Click the [
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    Name", and then click [Next]. 6. Clear the "Activate the default response rule (earlier versions of Windows only)." check box, and then click [Next]. 7. Select in [IKE Life Time], and then click [Methods...]. 10. Confirm that the Encryption Algorithm ("Encryption"), Hash Algorithm ("Integrity
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    8. Appendix 19. In [Description:], enter a name or a detailed explanation of the IP filter, and then click [Next]. You may click [Next] and proceed to the next step without entering any information in this field. 20. Select "My IP Address" in "Source address", and then click [Next]. 21. Select "A
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    for [Life Time] on the machine. 35. Click [OK], and then click [Next]. 36. Click [Finish]. If you are using IPv6 under Windows Vista or a newer version of Windows, you must repeat this procedure from Step 12 and specify ICMPv6 as an exception. When you reach Step 22, select [58] as the
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    guaranteed if any third-party toner is used. • Depending on printing conditions, there are cases where the printer cannot print the number of following problems may occur: • "Repl Tnr soon: #" will be displayed before the toner runs out. • "Replace Toner:#" will be displayed when the toner runs
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    • Be sure to hold the machine level while carrying it. To prevent toner from spilling, move the machine carefully. 1. Be sure to check the following trays. Take care not to tip or tilt the machine during transit. • Toner might spill inside the machine if the machine is not kept level during transit
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    8. Appendix Where to Inquire Contact your sales or service representative for further information about the topics included in this manual or to inquire about other topics not included in this manual. 186
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    Consumables Consumables • Our products are engineered to meet high standards of quality and functionality, and we recommend that you use only the expendable supplies available at an authorized dealer. Print Cartridge Black Print cartridge Cyan Average printable number of pages per cartridge
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    The printable number of pages is based on pages that are compliant with ISO/IEC 19798 and the image density set as the factory default. ISO/IEC 19798 is an international standard on measurement of printable pages, set by the International Organization for Standardization. • If print cartridges are
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    are not covered by warranty. However, if there is a problem, contact the store where they were purchased. • When you Toner Bottle Name Waste Toner Bottle SP C220 Average printable number of pages*1 25,000 pages *1 A4/Letter 5% test chart, 3 pages per job, printing in 50% black and white/color
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    Function Specifications Configuration Desktop Print process Laser electrostatic transfer Maximum paper size for to 8.5 inches) in width, 148 to 356 mm (5.83 to 14.0 inches) in length • Duplex supported paper sizes A4, B5 JIS, Legal (81/2 × 14 inches), Letter (81/2 × 11 inches), Paper Color Paper 190
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    50/60 Hz • (mainly North America) 120-127 V, 11 A, 60 Hz Power consumption • Maximum power consumption 1300 W or less • Energy Saver mode 1 80 W or less • Energy Saver mode 2 (mainly Europe and Asia) 3.8 W or less (mainly North America) 2.7 W or less Specifications of the Machine 191
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    × 12.8 inches) or less Weight (machine body with consumables) 23.8 kg (52.5 lb.) or less Printer Function Specifications Printing speed Black and white: 20 pages per minute (A4), 21 pages per minute (Letter) Color: 20 pages per minute (A4), 21 pages per minute (Letter) Resolution 600 × 600 dpi First
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    Specifications of Options This section lists the specifications of the various options. Paper Feed Unit TK1010 Paper capacity 500 sheets Paper size A4, Letter (81/2 × 11 inches) Dimensions (Width × Depth × Height) 400 × 450 × 127 mm (15.8 × 17.8 × 5 inches) Paper weight 60 to 105 g/m2 (16 to 28 lb.)
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    8. Appendix Copyright Information about Installed Applications expat Copyright (c) 1998, 1999, 2000 Thai Open Source Software Centre, Ltd. and Clark Cooper. Copyright (c) 2001, 2002 Expat maintainers. Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy of this software and
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    OWNER OR CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; 195
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    8. Appendix LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE
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    Trademarks Trademarks Bonjour, Mac OS, and Safari are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the trademark of Linus Torvalds in the U.S. and other countries. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Server, Windows Vista, and Internet Explorer are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft
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    2008 • The product names of Windows Server 2008 R2 are as follows: Microsoft® Windows Server® 2008 R2 Foundation Microsoft® Windows Server® 2008 R2 Standard Microsoft® Windows Server® 2008 R2 Enterprise Microsoft® Windows Server® 2008 R2 Datacenter Microsoft® Windows Server® 2008 R2 for Itanium
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    panel 21 Copyright information 194 Counter information 105 D Default settings 126 DHCP 29, 31 Differences in functions between 1 116 E-mail notification 2 116 Economy Color Prints 106 Encryption 178 Encryption key exchange 180 Energy saver mode 14, 128 Envelope 44, 59 Error messages
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    Manual IP address 30, 32 mDNS setting 114 Menu chart 82 Messages 172 Middle Thick paper 44 Models 10 Printer 172 Supported Toner 104, 129, 184 Top page 102 Trademarks 197 Transfer Rollor 140 Trap 117 Tray 1 54 Tray 1 priority 109 Tray 2 54, 108 Tray paper settings 108 Troubleshooting
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    U User code 40 User restriction 8 W Waste toner bottle 134 Web Image Monitor 101 Where to put the machine 22 Wireless LAN settings 119 Wireless LAN setup 34 Wireless settings 119 WPA Supplicant 195 201
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    MEMO 202
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    MEMO 203
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    MEMO 204 EN GB EN US M200-8611
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    EN GB EN US M200-8611 © 2013
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Operating Instructions
For safe and correct use, be sure to read "Safety Information" before using the machine.