FS-2000D FS-3900DN FS-4000DN Advanced Operation Guide Contents 1 Handling Paper General Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Selecting the Right Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Paper Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12 Loading Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13 Using the Operation Panel General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Understanding the Operation Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Canceling a Printing Job . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10 Using the Menu Selection System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11 Status Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15 e-MPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19 Changing the Interface Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-30 Making Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-38 Pagination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-45 Setting Print Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-50 Operating the Storage Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-54 Paper Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-64 Reading Life Counters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-77 Other Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-78 Options General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Expansion Memory Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 General Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6 IB-21E/IB-30 Network Interface Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8 Other Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9 Computer Interface General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 Parallel Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 USB Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Serial Interface (Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6 RS-232C Protocol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7 RS-232C Cable Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10 Glossary Index 2 3 4 ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE i Contents ii ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE Introduction This guide has the following chapters: · 1 Handling Paper Explains how choose, handle and load paper. · 2 Using the Operation Panel Explains how to use the operation panel to configure the printer. · 3 Options Shows the available options. · 4 Computer Interface Describes the possible connections between the printer and your computer. · Glossary A Glossary of terms used is provided here. ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE iii Introduction Conventions This manual uses the following conventions: Convention Italic Typeface Description Used to emphasize a key word, phrase or message. Used to denote messages or names displayed on the operation panel. Used to denote operation panel keys. Used to provide additional or useful information about a function or feature. Use to provide important information. Example Close the top cover. Refer to Toner Container Replacement on page 3-3. Replace the waste toner box when the Check waste toner box message is displayed. Press [Menu]. Courier Typeface Bold Typeface Notes NOTE: For information about storing the pin, refer to step 10. Important IMPORTANT: Ensure paper is not folded, curled, or damaged. Caution Cautions are statements that suggest mechanical damage as a result of an action. Used to alert users to the possibility of personal injury. CAUTION: Do not pull the cassette out when holding the front of the machine. Warning WARNING: High voltage is present in the charger section. iv ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE 1 Handling Paper This chapter contains explanations on the following topics: · · · · General Guidelines....................................................... 1-2 Selecting the Right Paper............................................. 1-4 Paper Type ................................................................. 1-12 Loading Paper ............................................................ 1-13 ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE 1-1 Handling Paper General Guidelines The machine is designed to print on standard copier paper (the type used in ordinary dry copier machines), but it can also accept a variety of other types of paper within the limits specified below. NOTE: The manufacturer assumes no liability for problems that occur when paper not satisfying these requirements is used. Selection of the right paper is important. Using the wrong paper can result in paper jams, curling, poor print quality, and paper waste, and in extreme cases can damage the machine. The guidelines given below will increase the productivity of your office by ensuring efficient, trouble-free printing and reducing wear and tear on the machine. Paper Availability Most types of paper are compatible with a variety of machines. Paper intended for xerographic copiers can also be used with the machine. There are three general grades of paper: economy, standard, and premium. The most significant difference between grades is the ease with which they pass through the machine. This is affected by the smoothness, size, and moisture content of the paper, and the way in which the paper is cut. The higher the grade of paper you use, the less risk there will be of paper jams and other problems, and the higher the level of quality your printed output will reflect. Differences between paper from different suppliers can also affect the machine's performance. A high-quality printer cannot produce high-quality results when the wrong paper is used. Low-priced paper is not economical in the long run if it causes printing problems. Paper in each grade is available in a range of basis weights (defined later). The traditional standard weights are 60 to 105 g/m² (16 to 28 pounds). Paper Specifications The following table summarizes the basic paper specifications. Details are given on the following pages. Item Weight Thickness Dimensions Dimensional accuracy Squareness of corners Specification Cassette: 60 to 120g/m² MP Tray: 60 to 220g/m² 0.086 to 0.110mm Refer to Paper Sizes on page 1-4 ±0.7mm 90° ±0.2° 1-2 ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE Handling Paper Item Moisture content Direction of grain Pulp content 4% to 6% Long grain 80% or more Specification Minimum and Maximum Paper Sizes The minimum and maximum paper sizes are as follows. For non standard paper, the MP tray must be used. Paper cassette MP tray 148mm (5 13/16") (FS-2000D:210mm [8 1/4"]) Minimum Paper Size 148mm (5 13/16") 356mm (14") Minimum Paper Size 356mm (14") 70mm (2 3/4") 105mm (4 1/8") (FS-2000D:148mm [5 13/16"]) Maximum Paper Size Maximum Paper Size 216mm (8 1/2") 216mm (8 1/2") ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE 1-3 Handling Paper Selecting the Right Paper This section describes the guidelines for selecting paper. Condition Avoid using paper that is bent at the edges, curled, dirty, torn, embossed, or contaminated with lint, clay, or paper shreds. Use of paper in these conditions can lead to illegible printing and paper jams, and can shorten the life of the machine. In particular, avoid using paper with a surface coating or other surface treatment. Paper should have as smooth and even a surface as possible. Composition Do not use paper that has been coated or surface-treated and contains plastic or carbon. The heat of fusing can cause such paper to give off harmful fumes. Bond paper should contain at least 80% pulp. Not more than 20% of the total paper content should consist of cotton or other fibers. Paper Sizes Cassettes and the MP Tray are available for the paper sizes listed in the table below. The dimensional tolerances are ±0.7mm for the length and width. The angle at the corners must be 90° ±0.2°. Cassette or MP tray MP tray Size Size 8 1/2 × 14 inches 8 1/2 × 11 inches 210 × 297mm 148 × 210mm 105 × 148mm (FS-2000D: MP tray only) 162 × 229mm 176 × 250mm 182 × 257mm 7 1/4 × 10 1/2 inches 8 1/2 × 13 inches 210 × 330mm 197 × 273mm Envelope Monarch 3 7/8 × 7 1/2 inches Legal Envelope #10 ISO A6 Envelope DL Envelope #9 4 1/8 × 9 1/2 inches Letter 105 × 148mm 110 × 220mm ISO A4 ISO A5 3 7/8 × 8 7/8 inches ISO A6 Envelope #6 JIS B6 Statement Hagaki Ofuku-Hagaki Youkei 2 Youkei 4 3 5/8 × 6 1/2 inches Envelope C5 128 × 182mm ISO B5 5 1/2 × 8 1/2 inches JIS B5 100 × 148mm 148 × 200mm 114 × 162mm 105 × 235mm Executive Oficio II Folio 16 kai 1-4 ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE Handling Paper MP tray Custom Size Cassette or MP tray Size Cassette: 148 × 210 to 216 × 356mm (5 13/16 × 8 1/4 to 8 1/2 × 14 inches) MP tray: 70 × 148 to 216 × 356mm (2 3/4 × 5 13/16 to 8 1/2 × 14 inches) Smoothness The paper should have a smooth, uncoated surface. Paper with a rough or sandy surface can cause voids in the printed output. Paper that is too smooth can cause multiple feeding and fogging problems. (Fogging is a gray background effect.) Basis weight Basis weight is the weight of paper expressed in grams per square meter (g/m²). Paper that is too heavy or too light may cause feed errors or paper jams as well as premature wear of the product. Uneven weight of paper, namely uneven paper thickness may cause multiple-sheet feeding or print quality problems such as blurring because of poor toner fusing. The recommended basis weight is between 60 and 105g/m² for the cassette and between 60 and 220g/m² for the MP tray. Paper Weight Equivalence Table The paper weight is listed in pounds (lb) and metric grams per square meter (g/m²). The shaded part indicates the standard weight. U. S. Bond Weight (lb) 16 17 20 21 22 24 27 28 32 34 36 39 42 Europe Metric Weight (g/m²) 60 64 75 80 81 90 100 105 120 128 135 148 157 ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE 1-5 Handling Paper U. S. Bond Weight (lb) 43 47 53 Europe Metric Weight (g/m²) 163 176 199 Thickness The paper used with the machine should be neither extremely thick nor extremely thin. If you are having problems with paper jams, multiple feeds, and faint printing, the paper you are using may be too thin. If you are having problems with paper jams and blurred printing the paper may be too thick. The correct thickness is 0.086 to 0.110mm. Moisture Content Moisture content is defined as the percent ratio of moisture to the dry mass of the paper. Moisture can affect the paper's appearance, feed ability, curl, electrostatic properties, and toner fusing characteristics. The moisture content of the paper varies with the relative humidity in the room. When the relative humidity is high and the paper absorbs moisture, the paper edges expand, becoming wavy in appearance. When the relative humidity is low and the paper loses moisture, the edges shrink and tighten, and print contrast may suffer. Wavy or tight edges can cause jams and alignment anomalies. The moisture content of the paper should be 4 to 6%. To ensure correct moisture co ...