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Hardware Guide 1 Guide to read the Safety Information before you use this machine and keep it handy for future reference. For safe and correct use, be sure to the Printer 2 Installing Options 3 Connecting the Printer 4 Configuration 5 Paper and Other Media 6 Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit 7 Cleaning the Printer 8 Adjusting the Printer 9 Troubleshooting 10 Removing Misfed Paper 11 Appendix Read this manual carefully before using the machine.
Hardware Guide 1 Guide to read the Safety Information before you use this machine and keep it handy for future reference. For safe and correct use, be sure to the Printer 2 Installing Options 3 Connecting the Printer 4 Configuration 5 Paper and Other Media 6 Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit 7 Cleaning the Printer 8 Adjusting the Printer 9 Troubleshooting 10 Removing Misfed Paper 11 Appendix Read this manual carefully before using the machine.
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... trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated. Adobe®, PostScript®, Acrobat®, PageMaker® and Adobe Type Manager are owned by Ricoh Company, Ltd. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. is a trademark....Windows NT® Server 4.0 Microsoft® Windows NT® Workstation 4.0 i and any and all rights to those marks. IPS-PRINT Printer Language Emulation Copyright© 1999-2000 Oak Technology, Inc., All rights reserved. Apple, AppleTalk, EtherTalk, Macintosh, Mac OS, and True Type...
... trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated. Adobe®, PostScript®, Acrobat®, PageMaker® and Adobe Type Manager are owned by Ricoh Company, Ltd. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. is a trademark....Windows NT® Server 4.0 Microsoft® Windows NT® Workstation 4.0 i and any and all rights to those marks. IPS-PRINT Printer Language Emulation Copyright© 1999-2000 Oak Technology, Inc., All rights reserved. Apple, AppleTalk, EtherTalk, Macintosh, Mac OS, and True Type...
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Do not touch parts labelled "v" (indicating a hot surface). Touching these parts will result in burns. ii The inside of RWARNING and RCAUTION labels This machine has labels for RWARNING and RCAUTION at the positions shown below. Positions of this printer becomes very hot. Turn off the main power and be careful when replacing fusing unit/removing misfed paper. AQC0 High temperature parts. For safety, please follow the instructions and handle the machine as indicated.
Do not touch parts labelled "v" (indicating a hot surface). Touching these parts will result in burns. ii The inside of RWARNING and RCAUTION labels This machine has labels for RWARNING and RCAUTION at the positions shown below. Positions of this printer becomes very hot. Turn off the main power and be careful when replacing fusing unit/removing misfed paper. AQC0 High temperature parts. For safety, please follow the instructions and handle the machine as indicated.
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... using security functions. ❖ Security Guide This manual is for administrators of this . ❖ Quick Installation Guide Contains procedures for This Printer For particular functions, see the relevant parts of the manual. ❖ Safety Information Provides information on safe usage of the machine. Manuals... for removing the printer from unauthorized use. iv To avoid injury and prevent damage to the machine, be sure to a computer, and installing its box...
... using security functions. ❖ Security Guide This manual is for administrators of this . ❖ Quick Installation Guide Contains procedures for This Printer For particular functions, see the relevant parts of the manual. ❖ Safety Information Provides information on safe usage of the machine. Manuals... for removing the printer from unauthorized use. iv To avoid injury and prevent damage to the machine, be sure to a computer, and installing its box...
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This explains about the 220-240 V model printer. Read if you purchase this model. Read if you purchase this model. Note ❒ You can identify the printer's model by checking the label on the rear of the printer. You can identify the model by checking the label on the rear of the printer. AQC065S vi You can identify the model by checking the label on the rear of the printer as shown. Description for the Specified Model In this manual, the following items explain about the printer for the specified models: This explains about the 120 V model printer.
This explains about the 220-240 V model printer. Read if you purchase this model. Read if you purchase this model. Note ❒ You can identify the printer's model by checking the label on the rear of the printer. You can identify the model by checking the label on the rear of the printer. AQC065S vi You can identify the model by checking the label on the rear of the printer as shown. Description for the Specified Model In this manual, the following items explain about the printer for the specified models: This explains about the 120 V model printer.
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...then click [OK]. G Click [Exit]. vii Follow this instructions to complete the installation. Installing the Operating Instructions The CD-ROM "Manuals" provided with the printer contains an HTML Operating Instructions Manual in the [Start] menu, select your hard disk drive, and then launch "Setup.exe" to start the installation. ...root directory. Auto Run may not work under certain operating system setting. E Follow the instructions on the CD-ROM root directory to your printer driver, and then click [uninstall]. If this is the case, launch "Setup.exe" on "index.htm".
...then click [OK]. G Click [Exit]. vii Follow this instructions to complete the installation. Installing the Operating Instructions The CD-ROM "Manuals" provided with the printer contains an HTML Operating Instructions Manual in the [Start] menu, select your hard disk drive, and then launch "Setup.exe" to start the installation. ...root directory. Auto Run may not work under certain operating system setting. E Follow the instructions on the CD-ROM root directory to your printer driver, and then click [uninstall]. If this is the case, launch "Setup.exe" on "index.htm".
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Trademarks...i Positions of RWARNING and RCAUTION labels ii Manuals for This Printer iv How to the Printer Exterior: Front View 1 Exterior: Rear View 3 Inside...4 Control Panel...5 Display Panel...7 Reading the Display and Using Keys 7 2. Connecting the Printer Network Connection 55 Reading the LED Lamps 57 USB Connection 58 Connecting a digital camera...
TABLE OF CONTENTS Trademarks...i Positions of RWARNING and RCAUTION labels ii Manuals for This Printer iv How to the Printer Exterior: Front View 1 Exterior: Rear View 3 Inside...4 Control Panel...5 Display Panel...7 Reading the Display and Using Keys 7 2. Connecting the Printer Network Connection 55 Reading the LED Lamps 57 USB Connection 58 Connecting a digital camera...
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... the Bypass Tray 97 Switching between Paper Trays 104 6. Adjusting the Printer Adjusting the Color Registration 143 Correcting the Color Gradation 145 Set the Gradation Correction Value 146 Viewing the Color Calibration Sample Sheet and Gradation Correction Sheet .....149 Resetting the gradation correction... 126 Replacing the Transfer Roller 128 Replacing the Fusing Unit 130 Replacing the Dustproof Filter 132 7. 4. Cleaning the Printer Cautions to the initial value 151 Adjusting Tray Registration 152 ix Detecting the Network Address Automatically 67 Making Network Settings ...
... the Bypass Tray 97 Switching between Paper Trays 104 6. Adjusting the Printer Adjusting the Color Registration 143 Correcting the Color Gradation 145 Set the Gradation Correction Value 146 Viewing the Color Calibration Sample Sheet and Gradation Correction Sheet .....149 Resetting the gradation correction... 126 Replacing the Transfer Roller 128 Replacing the Fusing Unit 130 Replacing the Dustproof Filter 132 7. 4. Cleaning the Printer Cautions to the initial value 151 Adjusting Tray Registration 152 ix Detecting the Network Address Automatically 67 Making Network Settings ...
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9. Troubleshooting Error & Status Messages on the Control Panel 155 Panel Tone...157 Printer Does Not Print 158 Checking the port connection 160 Other Printing Problems 162 Additional Troubleshooting 168 10.Removing Misfed Paper Removing Misfed Paper... When the Paper Misfeed Message Appears (Cover A 172 When the Paper Misfeed Message Appears (Cover Z 175 11.Appendix Moving and Transporting the Printer 177 Moving the Printer 178 Consumables ...179 Toner Cartridge ...179 Waste Toner Bottle 180 Photo Conductor Unit 180 Intermediate Transfer Unit (Transfer Unit 181 Maintenance Kit ...181...
9. Troubleshooting Error & Status Messages on the Control Panel 155 Panel Tone...157 Printer Does Not Print 158 Checking the port connection 160 Other Printing Problems 162 Additional Troubleshooting 168 10.Removing Misfed Paper Removing Misfed Paper... When the Paper Misfeed Message Appears (Cover A 172 When the Paper Misfeed Message Appears (Cover Z 175 11.Appendix Moving and Transporting the Printer 177 Moving the Printer 178 Consumables ...179 Toner Cartridge ...179 Waste Toner Bottle 180 Photo Conductor Unit 180 Intermediate Transfer Unit (Transfer Unit 181 Maintenance Kit ...181...
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... Port 1 Front Cover Open the front cover to replace the fusing unit or transfer roller, or to turn the power on either side of the printer. 3. Power Switch Use this cover when replacing the toner cartridge. 8. AQC021S 4. Top Cover Open this switch to remove jammed paper. The front ...cover can be loaded. 6. Control Panel Contains keys for printer control and a display that shows the printer status. 2. Tray 1 Up to 550 sheets of plain paper can be loaded. Bypass Tray Up to the...
... Port 1 Front Cover Open the front cover to replace the fusing unit or transfer roller, or to turn the power on either side of the printer. 3. Power Switch Use this cover when replacing the toner cartridge. 8. AQC021S 4. Top Cover Open this switch to remove jammed paper. The front ...cover can be loaded. 6. Control Panel Contains keys for printer control and a display that shows the printer status. 2. Tray 1 Up to 550 sheets of plain paper can be loaded. Bypass Tray Up to the...
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AQC022S 2 Ventilator Releases heat from internal components to the Printer 10. Guide to prevent overheating. Malfunctions occur if the vent is blocked or obstructed. 1 The dustproof filter needs to be used, see p.77 "Paper and Other Media Supported by This Printer". For details about the sizes and types of paper that can be replaced regularly for proper maintenance. 11. Front Cover (Z) Open Button Note ❒ When setting paper larger than A5 K, pull out the paper extender as shown.
AQC022S 2 Ventilator Releases heat from internal components to the Printer 10. Guide to prevent overheating. Malfunctions occur if the vent is blocked or obstructed. 1 The dustproof filter needs to be used, see p.77 "Paper and Other Media Supported by This Printer". For details about the sizes and types of paper that can be replaced regularly for proper maintenance. 11. Front Cover (Z) Open Button Note ❒ When setting paper larger than A5 K, pull out the paper extender as shown.
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...in these slots. AQC200S 6. Connect the power cable to the host computer. 4. USB Port Use a USB cable to connect the printer to the printer. There are three slots. Power Cable The power cable is fixed to install options such as the USB cable and Ethernet cable into... their connectors. 2. Exterior: Rear View Exterior: Rear View 1 1. Ethernet Port Use a network interface cable to connect the printer to two interface board can be inserted at a time. 5. Expansion Card Slots Install expansion cards in this slot. Front Cover (A) Open Levers 7....
...in these slots. AQC200S 6. Connect the power cable to the host computer. 4. USB Port Use a USB cable to connect the printer to the printer. There are three slots. Power Cable The power cable is fixed to install options such as the USB cable and Ethernet cable into... their connectors. 2. Exterior: Rear View Exterior: Rear View 1 1. Ethernet Port Use a network interface cable to connect the printer to two interface board can be inserted at a time. 5. Expansion Card Slots Install expansion cards in this slot. Front Cover (A) Open Levers 7....
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... details about the messages which prompts you to replace it appears on the display, replace the transfer roller. Toner Cartridge Loads from the printer rear, in the order of the toner cartridge. 2. Inner Cover Open this when replacing the photo conductor units or intermediate transfer unit....Bottle Collects toner that is wasted during printing. If the message which prompts you to replace it appears on the screen, replace the indicated color of yellow (Y), cyan (C), magenta (M), and black (K). If the message which prompts you to replace it appears on the display, replace...
... details about the messages which prompts you to replace it appears on the display, replace the transfer roller. Toner Cartridge Loads from the printer rear, in the order of the toner cartridge. 2. Inner Cover Open this when replacing the photo conductor units or intermediate transfer unit....Bottle Collects toner that is wasted during printing. If the message which prompts you to replace it appears on the screen, replace the indicated color of yellow (Y), cyan (C), magenta (M), and black (K). If the message which prompts you to replace it appears on the display, replace...
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...red light indicates an error has occurred that appear on the display. Press to return to the ready condition. 4. {Job Reset} key When the printer is online, enabling data reception from the host computer. the yellow light indicates a potential error during printing. Control Panel Control Panel 1 AQC024S 1.... For details about error messages, see p.155 "Error & Status Messages on . It is unlit when the power is off or while the printer is receiving data from a computer. If the red light is offline, disabling data reception from the host computer. Selection keys Correspond to the...
...red light indicates an error has occurred that appear on the display. Press to return to the ready condition. 4. {Job Reset} key When the printer is online, enabling data reception from the host computer. the yellow light indicates a potential error during printing. Control Panel Control Panel 1 AQC024S 1.... For details about error messages, see p.155 "Error & Status Messages on . It is unlit when the power is off or while the printer is receiving data from a computer. If the red light is offline, disabling data reception from the host computer. Selection keys Correspond to the...
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Guide to the Printer 10. {OK} key Press this key to execute menu items selected on the display. 11. {Escape} key 1 Press this key to return to the previous condition on the display. 6
Guide to the Printer 10. {OK} key Press this key to execute menu items selected on the display. 11. {Escape} key 1 Press this key to return to the previous condition on the display. 6
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... to display the status of options installed in each direc- Scroll keys Press to move the cursor in the printer. pears in this manual, press the scroll key of supplies fir the printer. For details, see Software Guide. 4. [Supplies] Press to display the menu of the same direction. 7 Display Panel Display Panel...
... to display the status of options installed in each direc- Scroll keys Press to move the cursor in the printer. pears in this manual, press the scroll key of supplies fir the printer. For details, see Software Guide. 4. [Supplies] Press to display the menu of the same direction. 7 Display Panel Display Panel...
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...burn if touched. • Before moving the machine, unplug the power cable from the outlet. For the specifications of the connector for this printer. The machine could become very hot, and can cause an electrical or fire hazard. • When lifting the machine, use . Option ... Hard Disk Drive Type 4000 Memory Unit Type D 128MB Memory Unit Type E 256MB The 25 ppm model printer Available Available Available Available The 30 ppm model printer Available Available Available Available IEEE 802.11b Interface Unit Available Available IEEE 1284 Interface Board Type A Available Available...
...burn if touched. • Before moving the machine, unplug the power cable from the outlet. For the specifications of the connector for this printer. The machine could become very hot, and can cause an electrical or fire hazard. • When lifting the machine, use . Option ... Hard Disk Drive Type 4000 Memory Unit Type D 128MB Memory Unit Type E 256MB The 25 ppm model printer Available Available Available Available The 30 ppm model printer Available Available Available Available IEEE 802.11b Interface Unit Available Available IEEE 1284 Interface Board Type A Available Available...
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Up to the SDRAM module slot on the controller board. Install the module to 1750 sheets of the printer. 2 You can be loaded in the following order is recommended: A Attach the paper feed unit (Paper Feed Unit Type 4000). There are two types of ...
Up to the SDRAM module slot on the controller board. Install the module to 1750 sheets of the printer. 2 You can be loaded in the following order is recommended: A Attach the paper feed unit (Paper Feed Unit Type 4000). There are two types of ...
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Up to 550 sheets of paper. See p.14 "Attaching Paper Feed Unit Type 4000". AET061S 11 Paper Feed Unit Type 4000 Loads up to two paper feed units, can be installed on the printer. Installed tray units are identified as "Tray 2" and "Tray 3". Installing Options Install options in the positions shown in the illustration. ❖ Exterior Available Options 2 1.
Up to 550 sheets of paper. See p.14 "Attaching Paper Feed Unit Type 4000". AET061S 11 Paper Feed Unit Type 4000 Loads up to two paper feed units, can be installed on the printer. Installed tray units are identified as "Tray 2" and "Tray 3". Installing Options Install options in the positions shown in the illustration. ❖ Exterior Available Options 2 1.