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viiTABLE OF CONTENTS1.Setting Up the Printer Driver and Canceling a Print JobIPDL-C Accessing the Printer Properties...
Menu Settings875❖❖❖❖ 3.Color Set (Color Setting)You can select the correction method used for converting the RGB data toCMYK data.• OffNo modification
Using the Operation Panel885❖❖❖❖ 5.Toner SavingYou can select whether Toner Saving is available or not.• Off• OnNote❒ Turning on toner saving can caus
Menu Settings895❖❖❖❖ 9.Duplex PrintYou can select whether to use duplex printing or not.• Off• On❖❖❖❖ A.Duplex BindYou can select the binding position
Using the Operation Panel905❖❖❖❖ H.Parallel IFYou can select the parallel interface timing. When “SystemDefault” is select-ed, the setting in the “Sys
Menu Settings915❖❖❖❖ 4. Energy SaverYou can select after how many minutes the printer should enter the EnergySaver mode if no operation is performed.
Using the Operation Panel925❖❖❖❖ 8. Bi-directionYou can select the printer response mode for status fetch requests when thestandard parallel interface
Menu Settings935Maintenance MenuThis section describes two settings you can make with the “Maintenance” menu.Note❒ Italicized settings indicate defaul
Using the Operation Panel945BPress {{{{TTTT}}}} or {{{{UUUU}}}} to display "Select PDL", and then press {{{{#Enter}}}}. <Menu>
Printing the Configuration Page955Printing the Configuration PageUse the following procedure to print the configuration page which shows thecurrent pr
Using the Operation Panel965Interpreting the Configuration PageInterpreting the Configuration Page/IPDL-CReference❖❖❖❖ Firmware VersionThis shows the
viii4.TroubleshootingError & Status Messages... 35Printed Error Messages ...
Interpreting the Configuration Page975Error LogThis is a log of printer errors.Interpreting the Configuration Page/RICOH-SCRIPT2❖❖❖❖ ReferenceShows th
Using the Operation Panel985Printing the Color SampleUse the following procedure to print the color sample.Note❒ You should select A4 or 81/2”×11” pap
Printing the Color Sample995DPress {{{{#Enter}}}}.This starts printing the color sample.EPress {{{{On Line}}}}.The "Ready" message appears o
Using the Operation Panel1005Resetting MenusUse the following reset procedure to return the settings of all menus to their ini-tial default settings.L
Resetting Menus1015DPress {{{{TTTT}}}} or {{{{UUUU}}}} to display "3.Menu Reset", and then press {{{{#Enter}}}}. <Maintenance> j 3
Using the Operation Panel1025Administering Printing by User CodeThis printer keeps a record of the number of pages printed under each UserCode set in
Administering Printing by User Code1035Viewing the Number of Pages Printed Under Each User CodeThe following procedure describes how to print the list
Using the Operation Panel1045DPress {{{{#Enter}}}}.This prints the statistics report.EPress {{{{On Line}}}}.The "Ready" message appears on t
Administering Printing by User Code1055Protecting the User Code RecordThis procedure describes how to protect the User Code record against accidentalc
Using the Operation Panel1065EPress {{{{TTTT}}}} or {{{{UUUU}}}} to select “On” or “Off”, and then press {{{{#Enter}}}}. <Log Protect> j Off
ixAdministering Printing by User Code... 102Viewing the Number of Pages Printed Under Each User Code .
Administering Printing by User Code1075DPress {{{{TTTT}}}} or {{{{UUUU}}}} to display "5.Log Clear", and then press {{{{#Enter}}}}. <Mai
Using the Operation Panel1085Using the Job LogThis printer records a job log which shows the time of each print job, the numberof pages, and the curre
Using the Job Log1095Printing the Job LogThe following procedure describes how to print the job log.APress {{{{Menu}}}}.The following message appears
Using the Operation Panel1105EPress {{{{On Line}}}}.The "Ready" message appears on the panel display.Reading the Job Log1. User IDShows a l
1116. AppendixColor GuideColor Printing BasicsAdditive (Emitted) and Subtractive (Reflected) Color ModelsAll light is a mixture of red, green, and blu
Appendix1126The colors of the RGB color model can be mixed to produce the cyan, magenta,and yellow of the CMY color model and vice versa. Two colors o
Memory Capacity and Paper Size1136Memory Capacity and Paper SizeThe following table shows the relationship between printable paper sizes andmemory cap
Appendix1146Low MemoryThe error message shown below is output by the printer whenever there is notenough memory to print your data.The following are t
Moving and Transporting the Printer1156Moving and Transporting the PrinterR CAUTION:Important❒ Be sure to disconnect all cables from the printer befor
Appendix1166SpecificationsMainframe❖❖❖❖ Configuration:Desktop❖❖❖❖ Print process:Laser beam and dry toner electrical photographic system❖❖❖❖ Printing s
Specifications1176❖❖❖❖ Noise emission *1 ❖❖❖❖ Sound power level❖❖❖❖ Sound pressure level *2 *1The above measurements made in accordance with ISO 7779
Appendix1186❖❖❖❖ CPU:RM5261-250 MHz❖❖❖❖ Memory:Standard 32 MB, up to 256 MB (with the optional SDRAM module)❖❖❖❖ Network (an optional Network Interfac
Specifications1196Network Interface Board Type306❖❖❖❖ Topology:Ethernet (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX)❖❖❖❖ Protocols:TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, NetBEUI, AppleTalk❖❖❖❖ In
Appendix1206ConsumablesR CAUTION:❖❖❖❖ Toner cartridge*1For the name of toner cartridges, see the inside of front cover of this manual.*2A4 5% test cha
Consumables1216❖❖❖❖ Other consumablesNote❒ The actual life of consumables depends on the type and size of paper youare using, the contents of your pri
122INDEXAadhesive labels, 25AppleTalk Status, 97Auto Tray SW, 88BBi-direction, 92Ccharge wire, 61cleaning, 61CMY, 111CMY color model,
123OOHP transparencies, 25Option Interface, 96ozone filter, 72Ppaper, 21, 29Paper Cassette Type204 (Legal), 118paper feed unit, 31PAPER FE
124Windows NT 4.0cancel a print job, 15IPDL-C, properties, 4IPDL-C, uninstall, 18RICOH-SCRIPT2, properties, 10RICOH-SCRIPT2, uninstall, 20
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11. Setting Up the Printer Driverand Canceling a Print JobIPDL-C Accessing the Printer PropertiesWindows 95/98/Me - Accessing the Printer PropertiesTh
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Setting Up the Printer Driver and Canceling a Print Job21❒ When you use some applications, the driver's initial default settings of the ap-plicat
IPDL-C Accessing the Printer Properties31Making printer default settings – Printing Preferences PropertiesLimitation❒ Changing the printer settings re
Setting Up the Printer Driver and Canceling a Print Job41Windows NT 4.0 - Accessing the Printer PropertiesThere are three methods you can use to open
IPDL-C Accessing the Printer Properties51DMake desired settings, and then click [OK].Note❒ Settings you make here are used as the default settings for
Setting Up the Printer Driver and Canceling a Print Job61RICOH-SCRIPT2 - Setting Up for Printing Windows 95/98/Me - Accessing the Printer PropertiesTh
Important InformationCompany ConfidentialThis document is to be used exclusively by Lanier Worldwide, Inc. employees, or autho-rized dealers and distr
RICOH-SCRIPT2 - Setting Up for Printing71Note❒ The actual procedures you should follow to open the Printer Properties maydiffer depending on the appli
Setting Up the Printer Driver and Canceling a Print Job81Windows 2000 - Accessing the Printer PropertiesThere are three methods you can use to open th
RICOH-SCRIPT2 - Setting Up for Printing91AClick [Start] on the taskbar, point to [Settings], and then click [Printers].The [Printers] window appears.B
Setting Up the Printer Driver and Canceling a Print Job101Windows NT 4.0 - Accessing the Printer PropertiesThere are three methods you can use to open
RICOH-SCRIPT2 - Setting Up for Printing111ReferenceFor more information about making printer default settings, see the “Op-erating Instructions” for R
Setting Up the Printer Driver and Canceling a Print Job121Macintosh - Setting Up for PrintingMaking paper settings from an applicationAOpen the file y
RICOH-SCRIPT2 - Setting Up for Printing131CConfirm that the printer is selected in the [Printer] box.DMake desired settings, and then click [Print].Re
Setting Up the Printer Driver and Canceling a Print Job141Canceling a Print JobWindows 95/98/Me - Canceling a Print JobADouble-click the printer icon
Canceling a Print Job151DPress {{{{Reset}}}} on the operation panel.A message appears on the panel display indicating that the print job is beingcance
Setting Up the Printer Driver and Canceling a Print Job161Macintosh - Canceling a Print JobADouble-click the printer icon on the desktop.This opens a
IntroductionThis manual contains detailed instructions on the operation and maintenance of this machine. To getmaximum versatility from this machine a
172. Uninstalling the PrinterDriver and SoftwareUninstalling the IPDL-C Printer DriverThis section describes how to uninstall the IPDL-C printer drive
Uninstalling the Printer Driver and Software182Windows NT 4.0 - Uninstalling the IPDL-C Printer DriverLimitation❒ Uninstalling the printer driver requ
Uninstalling the RICOH-SCRIPT2 Printer Driver192Uninstalling the RICOH-SCRIPT2 Printer DriverThis section describes how to uninstall the RICOH-SCRIPT2
Uninstalling the Printer Driver and Software202Windows NT 4.0 - Uninstalling the RICOH-SCRIPT2 Printer DriverLimitation❒ Uninstalling a printer driver
213. Paper and Other MediaPaper and Other Media Supported by This PrinterPaper Types and SizesThis section describes the type, size, feed direction, a
Paper and Other Media223• ❍ means that the size is supported and automatically recognized by the print-er.• ✩ means that the size is supported and nee
Paper and Other Media Supported by This Printer233• ❍ means that the size is supported and automatically recognized by the print-er.• ✩ means that the
Paper and Other Media243Paper RecommendationsNote the following suggestions when handling or selecting paper used with thisprinter.Loading paperImport
Paper and Other Media Supported by This Printer253❖❖❖❖ Thick paper• If you print on paper heavier than 105 g/m2 (28 lb) (up to 160 g/m2 (43 lb)),use t
Paper and Other Media263• The standard tray or the Paper Cassette Type204 can hold up to 50 OHPtransparency sheets.Note❒ The number of sheets that can
iTrademarksRICOH-SCRIPT2® is a registered trademark of Ricoh Company.Microsoft®, Windows® and Windows NT® are registered trademarks of Mi-crosoft Corp
Paper and Other Media Supported by This Printer273Paper not supported by this printerAvoid using the following types of paper that are not supported b
Paper and Other Media283Printable AreaThe following illustration shows the printable area for this printer. Be sure to setthe print margins correctly.
Loading Paper293Loading PaperLoading Paper in the Paper TrayThis section describes instructions forloading paper in the standard papertray and the Pap
Paper and Other Media303❒ The front and side guidesshould be set to the correct pa-per size to avoid paper feedproblems.❒ Do not mix different kinds o
Loading Paper313EWhen the third digit is the valueyou want, press {{{{#Enter}}}} to movethe llll pointer to the second digit. <Custom> l jl
Paper and Other Media323BSlide the paper guides to posi-tions that match the size of paperyou want to load.CLoad paper into the tray with theside to b
Loading Paper333Switching between Paper TraysWhen paper of the same size is load-ed in both the standard tray and thepaper feed unit (option), and whe
Paper and Other Media343
354. TroubleshootingError & Status MessagesThere are three types of error and status messages.• Printed error messages• Error and status messages
Troubleshooting364Error & Status Messages on the Operation PanelImportant❒ If an error message that is not included in the following table appears
iiSafety InformationWhen using your equipment, the following safety precautions should always befollowed.Safety During OperationIn this manual, the fo
Error & Status Messages374Check Tray2ConnectionThe paper feed unit (option) is not installed correctly.Install the paper feed unit correctly.⇒ the
Troubleshooting384Open Rear CoverRemove MisfeedThere is a paper misfeed in the printer.Remove the misfed paper. ⇒ P.56 “When the Message "Open Re
Error & Status Messages394A3:Error There is too much data for the I/O buffer to handle.Check if the interface cable is inserted into the printer a
Troubleshooting404*1This message appears when the optional duplex unit is installed to the printer.Note❒ If you cannot solve the problem by taking the
Error & Status Messages414Getting Printer Information over the NetworkNote❒ The optional Network Interface Board is required to acquire printer in
Troubleshooting424Fusing Unit: Not Set Correctly The fusing unit is not installed in the printer.Contact your sales or service representative.Low on T
Error & Status Messages434Rear Cover Open The rear cover is open. Close the rear cover. ⇒ the "Setup Guide" that comes with the printerT
Troubleshooting444Printer configurationYou can check the printer's current status using the following method. ❖❖❖❖ UNIXUse the info parameter of
Error & Status Messages454❖❖❖❖ *2 Input Tray: PageSize❖❖❖❖ *3 Input Tray: Status❖❖❖❖ *4 Emulation: NamePaper size DescriptionA4R A4KA5R A5KB5R B5K
Troubleshooting464Printer Does Not PrintPossible cause SolutionsIs the power on? If not, confirm that the power cord is securely plugged into the powe
iiiR CAUTION: • Protect the equipment from dampness or wet weather, such as rain, snow, and so on.• Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before
Printer Does Not Print474If you print using the RICOH-SCRIPT2 printer driver, printing does not start or is interrupted.❖❖❖❖ Windows 95/98/MeSet a lon
Troubleshooting484If you cannot solve the problem by taking the above actions, contact your salesor service representative.Is the Data In indicator bl
Printer Does Not Print494Note• Windows 95/98/MeAClick [Start], point to [Settings], and then click [Printers].BClick the icon of the printer. Next, on
Troubleshooting504Other Printing ProblemsNote❒ For more information about the IPDL-C printer driver, see the printer driver'sHelp.❒ For more info
Other Printing Problems514It takes too much time to start printing.The data is so large or complex that it takes time to process. If the Data In indic
Troubleshooting524Image density is too light. Turning on [Toner Saving] can cause blurring or fine lines not to be printed. With color printing, toner
Other Printing Problems534Note❒ If you cannot solve the problem by taking the above actions, contact yoursales or service representative.Changing the
Troubleshooting544Removing Misfed PaperWhen a paper misfeed occurs, an er-ror message appears on the panel dis-play. The procedure you shouldfollow to
Removing Misfed Paper554CSlide the paper tray completelyinto the printer.Important❒Be sure to insert the paper traycompletely. If not fully inserted,m
Troubleshooting564When the Message "Open Rear Cover Remove Misfeed" AppearsImportant❒ Toner printed on misfed paper isnot fused and can make
ivEnergy Star Program❖❖❖❖ Low-power mode (Energy Saver mode)This printer automatically lowers its power consumption 60 minutes after thelast operation
Removing Misfed Paper574DPush the pressure release leversas illustrated to release the pres-sure between the rollers.ECarefully pull the misfed paperf
Troubleshooting584BOpen the top cover, and thenpush the pressure release leversas illustrated to release the pres-sure between the rollers.Note❒ If th
Removing Misfed Paper594When the Message "Open DuplexCover Remove Misfeed" AppearsAUse the inset grips to open the up-per portion of the dup
Troubleshooting604GIf you find the misfed paper asshown in the illustration, careful-ly pull it out.HOpen the paper guide unit insidethe duplex unit.I
Cleaning and Adjusting the Printer614Cleaning and Adjusting the PrinterCleaning the Charge WireThe charge wire requires cleaningwhen printouts appear
Troubleshooting624EMove the wire cleaner left andright several times to clean off thecharge wire.Important❒ After cleaning is finished, re-turn the wi
Cleaning and Adjusting the Printer634Adjusting the Image DensityChanging the image density settingmight cause a deterioration of colorbalance. We reco
Troubleshooting644Adjusting the Setting of Registration of the Paper TrayAdjusting the registration refers tochanging the position of the printedimage
Cleaning and Adjusting the Printer654IPress {{{{TTTT}}}} or {{{{UUUU}}}} to display"4.Registration", and then press{{{{#Enter}}}}. <Mai
Troubleshooting664Replacing ConsumablesReplacing the Toner CartridgeReplace a toner cartridge wheneverthe following messages appear on thepanel displa
vManuals for This PrinterThere are six manuals that separately describe the procedures for the installationof the printer and for the operation and ma
Replacing Consumables674BCarefully pull out the toner car-tridge for the color indicated onthe panel display.Important❒ Pull the toner cartridge outsl
Troubleshooting684FClose the front cover. Press thecenter of the cover until it lockssecurely into place.The “Add Toner” message clearsfrom the panel
Replacing Consumables694Note❒ Before removing the photoconduc-tor unit from the printer, spreadpaper or some other materialaround the area you are wor
Troubleshooting704FRemove the left and right pinsfrom the new photoconductorunit.GRemove the protective sheet fromthe new photoconductor unit.Note❒ Th
Replacing Consumables714JClose the top cover and front cov-er. Press the center of the top cov-er and front cover until they lockinto place.Note❒ If t
Troubleshooting724Replacing the Fuser Oil Bottle and Ozone FilterReplace the oil bottle and ozone filterwhenever the following messages ap-pear on the
Replacing Consumables734CInsert the new oil bottle into theprinter. When inserting, the sidewith the label should be facing to-wards you, and the mout
Troubleshooting744Prior to moving and transporting the printerBefore moving and transporting theprinter, be sure to remove the fuseroil bottle, and th
Replacing Consumables754FStuff some clean, wadded papertowels into the space where theoil bottle was installed so that anyresidual oil is absorbed.GCl
Troubleshooting764CAngling the waste toner bottle asshown in the illustration, pull itout of waste toner bottle holder.DRemove the sticker from the si
viHow to Read This ManualSymbolsIn this manual, the following symbols are used:R WARNING:This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which
Replacing Consumables774BRotate the lock levers to releasethe lock.CGrasping the fuser cleaner by itstab, remove it from the printer.DWith its roller
Troubleshooting784JAfter confirming that “FuserCleaner” is on the display, press{{{{#Enter}}}}.The fuser cleaner reinstall screenappears. <Fuser C
795. Using the Operation PanelThough the factory default settings of the printer are suitable for most printingjobs, the printer menu gives you access
Using the Operation Panel805BPress {{{{TTTT}}}} or {{{{UUUU}}}} to display the screen for the setting you want to change,and then press {{{{#Enter}}}}
Protecting the Menus815Protecting the MenusThis section describes how to protect the System Menu settings against acciden-tal changes. It makes it imp
Using the Operation Panel825DPress {{{{TTTT}}}} or {{{{UUUU}}}} to display "5.Menu Protect", and then press {{{{#Enter}}}}. <Maintenance
Protecting the Menus835CPress {{{{TTTT}}}} or {{{{UUUU}}}} to display "Maintenance", and then press {{{{#Enter}}}}. <Menu> j
Using the Operation Panel845Menu TableIPDL-C Menu 1. Job Timeout2. I/O TimeoutRPS2 Menu 1. Resolution2. Color Mode3. Color Set4. ColorProfile5. Toner
Menu Table855*1The setting is not effective.*2This menu appears when {#Enter}, {Escape} and {Menu} are pressed while the printeris online.*3If “Log Pr
Using the Operation Panel865Menu SettingsIPDL-C MenuThe following are the settings you can make with “IPDL-C Menu”.Note❒ Italicized settings indicate
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