User manual KYOCERA FS-C5025N - Advanced Operation

FS-C5015N FS-C5025N FS-C5030N 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 Operator Panel General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Understanding the Operator Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Canceling a Printing Job . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10 Using the Menu Selection System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11 Status Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15 e-MPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18 Changing the Interface Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-29 Making Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-37 Pagination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-44 Setting Print Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-49 Operating the Storage Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-51 Paper Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-60 Selecting Monochrome or Color Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-74 Reading Life Counters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-75 Other Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-77 Options General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Expansion Memory Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 General Description of Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6 IB-21E/IB-23 Network Interface Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10 Computer Interface General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 Parallel Interface (FS-C5030N only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 USB Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Serial Interface (FS-C5030N only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6 RS-232C Protocol (FS-C5030N only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7 RS-232C Cable Connection (FS-C5030N only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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 Operator Panel Explains how to use the operator 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. In addition, references to other publications are displayed in italic typeface. Used to emphasise the selection of a feature mode or key. Used to provide additional or useful information about a function or feature. Can also contain references to other publications. Use to provide important information. Example Close the top cover. Refer to Toner Container Replacement on page 3-3. Press [Copy]. Bracket Bold Text 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 105g/m² (16 to 28 lb/ream) MP Tray: 60 to 200g/m² (16 to 53 lb/ream) 0.086 to 0.110mm (3.4 to 4.3 mils) See Paper Sizes on page 1-4 ±0.7mm (±0.0276 inches) 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 210mm 8-1/4 inches 148mm 5-13/16 inches 356mm 14 inches Minimum Paper Size Minimum Paper Size 356mm 14 inches 70mm 2-13/16 inches 148mm 5-13/16 inches Maximum Paper Size Maximum Paper Size 216mm 8-1/2 inches 216mm 8-1/2 inches Recommended Paper The following products are recommended for use with the printer for optimum performance. Size Letter, Legal A4 Product Hammermill LASER PRINT NEUSIEDLER COLOR COPY Weight 90 g/m² (24 lb) 90 g/m² 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 (±0.0276 inches) for the length and width. The angle at the corners must be 90° ±0.2°. Cassette or MP tray Legal Letter ISO A4 ISO A5 Envelope C5 ISO B5 JIS B5 Executive Oficio II Folio MP tray Size Size 8-1/2 × 14 inches 8-1/2 × 11 inches 210 × 297mm 148 × 210mm 162 × 229mm 176 × 250mm 182 × 257mm 7-1/4 × 10-1/2 inches 8-1/2 × 13 inches 210 × 330mm Envelope Monarch 3-7/8 × 7-1/2 inches Envelope #10 ISO A6 Envelope DL Envelope #9 Envelope #6 JIS B6 Statement Hagaki Ofuku-Hagaki 4-1/8 × 9-1/2 inches 105 × 148mm 110 × 220mm 3-7/8 × 8-7/8 inches 3-5/8 × 6-1/2 inches 128 × 182mm 5-1/2 × 8-1/2 inches 100 × 148mm 148 × 200mm 1-4 ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE Handling Paper MP tray Youkei 2 Youkei 4 Custom Size 114 × 162mm 105 × 235mm Cassette or MP tray 16 kai Size 197mm × 273mm Cassette: 148 to 216mm × 210 to 356mm (5-13/16 to 8-1/2 inches × 8-1/4 to 14 inches) MP tray: 70 to 216mm × 148 to 356mm (2-13/16 to 8-1/2 inches × 5-13/16 to 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 105 g/m² (16 and 28 lb/ream) for the cassette and between 60 and 200 g/m² (16 and 53 lb/ ream) 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 Europe Metric Weight (g/m²) 60 64 75 80 81 90 100 105 120 ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE 1-5 Handling Paper U. S. Bond Weight (lb) 34 36 39 42 43 47 53 Europe Metric Weight (g/m²) 128 135 148 157 163 176 199 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 (3.4 to 4.3 mils). 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 content, it is important to store the paper in a controlled environment. Some tips on moisture control are: · · · · · Store paper in a cool, dry location. Keep the paper in its wrapping as long as possible. Re-wrap paper that is not in use. Store paper in its original carton. Place a pallet etc. under the carton to separate it from the floor. After removing paper from storage, let it stand in the same room as the machine for 48 hours before use. Avoid leaving paper where it is exposed to heat, sunlight, or damp. Paper Grain When paper is manufactured, it is cut into sheets with the grain running parallel to the length (long grain) or parallel to the width (short grain). Short 1-6 ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE Handling Paper grain paper can cause feeding problems in the machine. All paper used in the machine should be long grain. Other Paper Properties Porosity: Indicates the density of paper fiber. Stiffness: Limp paper may buckle in the machine, resulting in paper jams. Curl: Most paper naturally tends to curl one way if left unpacked. When paper passes through the fixing unit, it curls upward a little. To produce flat printouts, load the paper so that the upward pressure from the machine can correct their curling. Electrostatic discharge: During the printing process the paper is electrostatically charged to attract the toner. The paper must be able to release this charge so that printed sheets do not cling together in the Output Tray. Whiteness: The contrast of the printed page depends on the whiteness of the paper. Whiter paper provides a sharper, brighter appearance. Quality control: Uneven sheet size, corners that are not square, ragged edges, welded (uncut) sheets, and crushed edges and corners can cause the machine to malfunction in various ways. A quality paper supplier should take considerable care to ensure that these problems do not occur. Packaging: Paper should be packed in a sturdy carton to protect it from damage during transport. Quality paper obtained from a reputable supplier is usually correctly packaged. Special Paper The following types of special paper can be used: Paper type to be used Thin paper (60 to 64 g/m²) Thick paper (90 to 200 g/m²) Colored paper Recycled paper Overhead projector transparencies Postcards Envelopes Label Paper type to be selected Vellum Thick Color Recycled Transparency Cardstock Envelope Labels Use paper that is sold specifically for use with copiers or printers (heatfusing type). When using transparencies, labels, thin paper, envelopes, postcards, or thick paper, feed the paper from the MP Tray. ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE 1-7 Handling Paper Since the composition and quality of special paper vary considerably, special paper is more likely than white bond paper to give trouble during printing. No liability will be assumed if moisture and so forth given off during printing on special paper causes harm to the machine or operator. NOTE: Before purchasing any type of special paper, test a sample on the machine and check that printing quality is satisfactory. Transparency Transparencies must be able to withstand the heat of fusing during the printing process. The recommended transparency product is 3M CG3700 (Letter, A4). Transparencies must be placed on the MP tray with the long edge towards the printer. To avoid problems, stack transparencies face up on the faceup tray option. MP Tray When unloading transparencies (e.g., for clearing jams), hold them carefully by the edges to avoid leaving fingerprints on them. Labels Labels must be fed from the MP Tray. The basic rule for printing on adhesive labels is that the adhesive must never come into contact with any part of the machine. Adhesive paper sticking to the drum or rollers will damage the machine. Label paper has a structure comprising of three layers, as shown in the diagram. The top Top sheet (white sheet is printed on. The adhesive bond paper) layer consists of pressureAdhesive sensitive adhesives. The carrier Carrier sheet sheet (also called the linear or backing sheet) holds the labels until used. Due to the complexity of its composition, adhesivebacked label paper is particularly likely to give printing problems. 1-8 ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE Handling Paper Adhesive label paper must be entirely covered by its top sheet, with no spaces between the individual labels. Labels with spaces in between are liable to peel off, causing serious paper jam problems. Some label paper is manufactured with an extra margin of top sheet around the edge. Do not remove the extra top sheet from the carrier sheet until after printing is finished. Acceptable Top sheet Unacceptable Carrier sheet The table below lists the specifications for adhesive label paper. Item Weight of top sheet Composite weight Thickness of top sheet Composite thickness Moisture content Postcards Fan the stack of postcards and align the edges before loading them in the MP tray. Make sure the postcards you are going to set are not curled. Feeding curled postcards may cause paper jams. Specification 44 to 74g/m² (12 to 20 lb/ream) 104 to 151g/m² (28 to 40 lb/ream) 0.086 to 0.107mm (3.9 to 4.2 mils) 0.115 to 0.145mm (4.5 to 5.7 mils) 4 to 6% (composite) Rough Edge Rough Edge Some postcards have rough edges on the back (those are created when the paper is cut). In this case, put the postcards on a flat place and rub the edges with, for example, a ruler to smooth them. ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE 1-9 Handling Paper Envelopes Envelopes should be fed in the face-up position, right edge first. Since the composition of an envelope is more complex than that of ordinary paper, it is not always possible to ensure consistent printing quality over the entire envelope surface. Normally, envelopes have a diagonal grain direction. See Paper Grain on page 1-6. This direction can easily cause wrinkles and creases when envelopes pass through the printer. Before purchasing envelopes, make a test print to check whether the printer accepts the envelope. · · · · Do not use envelopes that have an encapsulated liquid adhesive. Avoid a long printing session for envelopes only. Extended envelope printing can cause premature printer wear. If jams occur, try setting a lesser number of envelopes on the MP tray. To avoid jams caused by curled envelopes, stack no more than 10 printed envelopes on the output tray. Thick Paper Fan the stack of paper and align the edges before loading them in the MP tray. Some types of paper have rough edges on the back (those are created when the paper is cut). In this case, put the paper on a flat place and rub the edges once or twice with, for example, a ruler to smooth them. Feeding rough edged paper may cause paper jams. NOTE: If the paper jams even after you smooth it out, load the paper in the MP Tray with the leading edge raised up a few millimeters as shown in the illustration. Colored Paper Colored paper should satisfy the same conditions as white bond paper, refer to Paper Specifications, on page 1-2. In addition, the pigments used in the paper must be able to withstand the heat of fusing during the printing process (up to 200°C or 392°F). 1-10 ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE Handling Paper Preprinted Paper Preprinted paper should satisfy the same conditions as white bond paper, refer to Paper Specifications, on page 1-2.The preprinted ink must be able to withstand the heat of fusing during the printing process, and must not be affected by silicone oil. Do not use paper with any kind of surface treatment, such as the type of paper commonly used for calendars. Recycled paper Select recycled paper that meets the same specifications as the white bond paper except for whiteness, refer to Paper Specifications, on page 12. NOTE: Before purchasing recycled paper, test a sample on the machine and check that the printing quality is satisfactory. ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE 1-11 Handling Paper Paper Type The printer is capable of printing under the optimum setting for the type of paper being used. Setting the paper type for the paper source from the printer's operator panel will cause the printer to automatically select the paper source and print in the mode best suited to that type of paper. A different paper type setting can be made for each paper source including the MP tray. Not only can preset paper types be selected, but it is also possible for you to define and select customized paper types. See Creating Custom Paper Type on page 2-70. The following types of paper can be used. Paper source Paper Type MP tray Plain Transparency Preprinted Labels Bond Recycled Vellum Rough Letterhead Color Prepunched Envelope Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Paper Cassette Yes No Yes No Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes No Paper Weight Normal 2 Extra Heavy Normal 2 Heavy 1 Normal 2 Normal 2 Light Normal 2 Normal 2 Normal 2 Normal 2 Heavy 1 (FS-C5015N/ FS-C5030N) Heavy 2 (FS-C5025N) Heavy 2 Normal 2 Heavy 1 Normal 2 Normal 2 Duplex path (MP tray available only in Cassette mode) Yes No Yes No Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes No Cardstock Coated Thick High quality Custom 1 (to 8) Yes: Can be stored Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No No No Yes Yes No No No Yes Yes No: Cannot be stored . This is a paper type defined and registered by the user. Up to eight types of user settings may be defined. For details on Creating Custom Paper Type on page 2-70. 1-12 ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE Handling Paper Loading Paper The following explains the procedure for loading paper in the cassette and the MP tray. Loading Paper into the Cassette 1 Fan the media (paper/transparencies), then tap it on a level surface to avoid media jams or skewed printing. 2 Pull the paper cassette all the way out of the printer. Paper Cassette 3 Push the bottom plate down until it locks. Bottom Plate ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE 1-13 Handling Paper Standard paper sizes are marked on the inside of the paper cassette. 4 Turn the paper size dial so that the size of the paper you are going to use appears in the paper size window. Paper Size Dial Paper Size Window NOTE: When the paper size dial is set to OTHER the paper size must be set into the printer on the operator panel. See Setting the Cassette Paper Size on page 2-63. 1-14 ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE Handling Paper 5 Pull the release lever on the left side guide and slide to the desired paper size. Release Lever Paper Guides 6 Pull the release lever and slide the paper stopper to the desired paper size. When using non-standard size paper, move the paper guides and paper stopper all the way out, insert the paper, then adjust the paper guides and paper stopper to the size of the paper. Adjust them so that they are in light contact with the paper. Release Lever Paper Stopper ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE 1-15 Handling Paper 7 Slide the paper into the paper cassette. NOTE: Do not load more paper than will fit under the load limits on the paper guides. The paper cassette will hold approximately 500 sheets of 80g/m² (21 lb.) paper with a thickness of 0.11mm. Load Limit Load Limit 1-16 ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE Handling Paper 8 Set the stack of paper so that it is under the clips as shown. Clip Clip 9 Insert the paper cassette into the slot in the printer. Push it straight in as far as it will go. There is a paper gauge on the right side of the front of the paper cassette to indicate the remaining paper supply. When paper is exhausted, the pointer will go down to the level of (empty). Paper Gauge ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE 1-17 Handling Paper Loading Paper into the MP (Multi-Purpose) Tray 1 Fan the media (paper/transparencies), then tap it on a level surface to avoid media jams or skewed printing. 2 Pull the MP tray towards you until it stops. MP Tray 3 Pull out the subtray. Subtray 1-18 ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE Handling Paper 4 Flip the support wire when you load Legal size paper. (U.S.A. only) Support Wire 5 Adjust the position of the paper guides on the MP tray. Standard paper sizes are marked on the MP tray. For standard paper sizes, slide the guides to the position marked correspondingly. Paper Guide Paper Guide ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE 1-19 Handling Paper 6 Align the paper with the paper guides and insert as far as it will go. Load Limit Load Limit NOTE: Do not load more paper than will fit under the load limits on the inside of the MP tray. If the paper is considerably curled in one direction, for example, if the paper is already printed on one side, try to roll the paper in the opposite direction to counteract the curl. Printed sheets will then come out flat. Correct Incorrect 7 Set the MP tray paper size on the printer's operator panel. Refer to Setting MP Tray Paper Size on page 2-61. 1-20 ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE 2 Using the Operator Panel This chapter contains explanations on the following topics: · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · General Information...................................................... 2-2 Understanding the Operator Panel............................... 2-3 Canceling a Printing Job ............................................ 2-10 Using the Menu Selection System ..............................2-11 Status Pages .............................................................. 2-15 e-MPS ........................................................................ 2-18 Changing the Interface Parameters ........................... 2-29 Making Default Settings ............................................. 2-37 Pagination .................................................................. 2-44 Setting Print Quality.................................................... 2-49 Operating the Storage Device .................................... 2-51 Paper Handling........................................................... 2-60 Selecting Monochrome or Color Printing.................... 2-74 Reading Life Counters................................................ 2-75 Other Modes............................................................... 2-77 ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE 2-1 Using the Operator Panel General Information This chapter provides the information you need to configure the Ecosys Color printer. In general you need to use the operator panel only to make default settings. You can make most changes to the printer settings using the printer driver through the application software. NOTE: Changes to printer settings made using a software application override changes made using the operator panel. You can also rely on other printer utilities such as KM-NET for Clients if you need to change settings that are not available on the printer driver. It will allow remote access to printer settings. Printer utilities are supplied in the CD-ROM supplied with the printer. The chapter describes the operator panel in detail, including its menus and the procedures for changing various printer settings. 2-2 ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE Using the Operator Panel Understanding the Operator Panel The operator panel on the top of the printer has a 2-line by 16-character liquid crystal display (LCD), eight keys, and three indicators (LED). Messages that appear on the display and functions of indicators and keys are explained in this chapter. Message Display The message display on the operator panel shows: · · Status information, the ten messages listed below which are displayed during normal operation. Error codes, when the printer requires the operator's attention; as explained in the Operation Guide. ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE 2-3 Using the Operator Panel Status Information Message Self test Please wait Meaning The printer is performing self-diagnostics after power-up. The printer is warming up and is not ready. When the printer is switched on for the first time, this message will take several minutes. Toner is currently being replenished. This message may be displayed during continuous printing of a large volume of pages which require a large amount of toner such as with photographs, etc. The color calibration function is being performed automatically as you powered on the printer. You can also execute this function manually on the operator panel. For details, see Color Calibration on page 2-90. The printer is ready to print. The printer is receiving data to print. This is also shown when the printer is reading a memory card, hard disk or RAM disk. The printer is in Auto Sleep. The printer wakes from Auto Sleep whenever a key on the operator panel and [GO] is pressed, the cover is opened or closed, or a print job is received. The printer then warms up and goes on-line. For details on Auto Sleep, see Sleep Timer Timeout Time on page 2-79. Jobs inside the printer are being canceled. To cancel a job, see Canceling a Printing Job on page 2-10. The printer is skipping the data. The printer is waiting for the rest of print job before completing the last page. Pressing [GO] allows you to obtain the last page immediately. See below. The printer is printing the last page after a waiting period. Error codes See the Troubleshooting section in the Operation Guide. Please wait (Adding toner) Please wait (Calibrating) Ready Processing Sleeping Cancelling data Skipping data Waiting FormFeed TimeOut 2-4 ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE Using the Operator Panel Indicators in Message Display Ready USB A4 PLAIN Interface Indicator (INTERFACE) The interface indicator shows the interface that is currently in use: USB PAR SER NET OPT --USB interface is in use. Parallel interface is in use. (FS-C5030N only) Option serial (RS-232C) interface is in use. (FS-C5030N only) Network interface is in use. Network interface is in use. (option) No interface is in use. Each interface has a timeout time of 30 seconds (factory default) during which the other interface should wait to receive a print job. Even after a print job has been completed on the interface, you should wait for this period until the other interface begins printing the job. Paper Size Indicator (SIZE) This indicator shows: · While the printer is in standby, the paper size of the current cassette. The default paper cassette is determined by the operator panel keys. For details, see Paper Handling on page 2-60. While the printer is printing, the paper size used to format the document to print by the application software. · The abbreviations used to indicate the paper sizes and their dimensions are as follows: A4 A5 A6 B5 B6 LT LG ISO A4 (210 × 297mm) ISO A5 (148 × 210mm) ISO A6 (105 × 148mm) JIS B5 (182 × 257mm) JIS B6 (128 × 182mm) Letter (8-1/2 × 11 inches) Legal (8-1/2 × 14 inches) ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE 2-5 Using the Operator Panel MO DL C5 b5 EX #6 #9 10 HA OH O2 16K ST FO Y2 Y4 CU Envelope Monarch (3-7/8 × 7-1/2 inches) Envelope DL (110 × 220mm) Envelope C5 (162 × 229mm) ISO B5 (176 × 250mm) Executive (7-1/4 × 10-1/2 inches) Envelope #6 (3-5/8 × 6-1/2 inches) Envelope #9 (3-7/8 × 8-7/8 inches) Envelope #10 (4-1/8 x 9-1/2 inches) Hagaki (100 × 148mm) Oufuku Hagaki (200 × 148mm) Oficio II (8-1/2 × 13 inches) 16 kai (197 × 273mm) Statement (5-1/2 × 8-1/2 inches) Folio (210 × 330mm) Yokei 2 (114 × 162mm) Yokei 4 (105 × 235mm) Custom Size (MP Tray: 70 × 148mm to 216 × 356mm, Cassette: 148 × 210mm to 216 × 356mm) . Only with MP tray feeding Paper Type Indicator (TYPE) This indicator shows the paper type defined for the current paper casette. The paper type can be manually defined using the operator panel. For more information, see Paper Handling on page 2-60. The following abbreviations are used: (none) PLAIN TRANSP. PREPRINT LABELS BOND RECYCLED VELLUM ROUGH . Auto Plain paper Transparency Preprinted paper Labels Bond paper Recycled paper Vellum Rough paper Only with MP tray feeding LETTERHD COLOR PREPUNCH ENVELOPE CARDSTOCK COATED THICK HIGH QLT CUSTOM 1 (to 8) Letterhead Colored paper Prepunched paper Envelope Card stock Coated paper Thick paper High-quality paper for color printing Custom 1 (to 8) 2-6 ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE Using the Operator Panel READY, DATA, and ATTENTION Indicators The following indicators light during normal operation and whenever the printer needs attention. Depending on the status of lighting, each indicator has the following meaning: Indicator Description Flashing. Indicates an error that you can resolve. For details, see the Troubleshooting section in the Operation Guide. On. Indicates that the printer is ready and on-line. The printer prints the data it receives. Off. Indicates that the printer is off-line. Data can be received but will not be printed until the printer is switched on-line by pressing [GO]. Also, indicates when printing is automatically stopped due to an error condition. For details see the Troubleshooting section in the Operation Guide. Flashing. Indicates that a data is being received. On. Indicates either that data received is being processed before printing starts, or that data received is being written to a memory card, hard disk or RAM disk. Flashing. Indicates that the printer requires maintenance or is warming up. On. Indicates the occurrence of a problem or an error. For details, see the Troubleshooting section in the Operation Guide. Keys The operator panel keys are used to configure the printer operation. Note that certain keys have a secondary function. NOTE: The printer has a USB, parallel (FS-C5030N), network, and an optional interface. Configuration of the printer settings affect only the interface that is currently active (shown by the INTERFACE indicator on the message display). See Interface Indicator (INTERFACE) on page 2-5. GO Key GO switches the printer between on-line and off-line. Use this key to: · · Toggle the printer's on-line and off-line states. You can temporarily stop the print job by switching the printer off-line. Print and feed out one page when the printer displays Waiting. ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE 2-7 Using the Operator Panel · · Recover from certain errors. Recover from Auto Sleep. CANCEL Key This key is used to: · · · Cancel a printing job. Stop the alarm sound. Reset numeric values or cancel a setting procedure while using menu system. 1 While the printer displays Processing, press [CANCEL]. Print Cancel? appears on the message display followed by the interface in use. The interface is indicated by one of the following message: Parallel (FS-C5030N only) USB Network Serial (option serial interface) Option (option network interface) 2 Press [OK] ([ENTER]). Cancelling data appears on the message display and printing stops after the current page is printed. MENU Key MENU lets you enter the menu system to change the setup and printing environment of the printer. Pressing this key during a menu selection will terminate the selection and return the printer to the normal operation. Arrow Keys The four arrow keys are used in the menu system to access an item or enter numeric values. The arrow key with the question mark ( ) may be pressed when the paper jam message has appeared on the message display. A help message will then appear to facilitate jam clearing in the location. 2-8 ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE Using the Operator Panel OK (ENTER) Key This key is used to: · · Finalize settings of numeric values and other selections. Set the paper source when Use alternative? is shown in the message display. NOTE: If you hold down [OK] ([ENTER]) and press [MENU] when Ready is shown on this printer, the AdministrationID menu will be displayed. This menu is the setting menu for administration under the Account Management System and is normally not used. Press [MENU] to return to Ready. ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE 2-9 Using the Operator Panel Canceling a Printing Job 1 While the printer displays Processing, press [CANCEL]. Print Cancel? appears on the message display followed by the interface in use. The interface is indicated by one of the following messages: Parallel (FS-C5030N only) USB Network Serial (option serial interface) Option (option network interface) 2 Press [OK] ([ENTER]). Cancelling data appears on the message display and printing stops after the current page is printed. 2-10 ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE Using the Operator Panel Using the Menu Selection System Menu Selection System This section explains how to use the menu selection system. [MENU] on the operator panel allows you to use the menu to configure the printer settings to your specific needs. Settings can be made when Ready is indicated on the printer message display. NOTE: Settings that are received from application software and the printer driver will take priority over settings made in the operator panel. Entering the Mode Selection Menu Press [MENU] when Ready is indicated on the printer message display. The mode selection menu is displayed. Selecting a Menu The mode selection menu is hierarchical. Press desired menu. or to display the If the selected menu has a sub-menu, > is displayed after the menu. Paper Handling > Indicates that there is a sub-menu Press to move to the sub-menu or to go back. ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE 2-11 Using the Operator Panel > is displayed before the sub-menu. Indicates that this is the sub-menu >Type Adjust > Indicates that there is another sub-menu Press to move to another sub-menu or to go back. >> is displayed before the second sub-menu. Indicates that this is the second sub-menu >>Paper Weight Normal 1 Setting a Menu Select the desired menu and press [OK] ([ENTER]) to set or change the configuration. Press or to display the desired item and [OK] ([ENTER]) to finalize the value or selections set. Cancelling Menu Selection If you press [MENU] when a menu is selected, the message display returns to Ready. 2-12 ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE Using the Operator Panel Menu System Road Map The menu map is the hierarchy diagram of the menu selection system of the printer. The menu map is useful as a reference to guide yourself through the menu selection system. Printing a Menu Map The printer prints a full list of the menu selection system -- Menu Map. Note that menus shown in the list may vary depending on which optional units installed in the printer. 1 2 Press [MENU]. Press or repeatedly until Print Menu Map appears. Print Menu Map 3 Press [OK] ([ENTER]). A question mark (?) appears. Print Menu Map ? 4 Press [OK] ([ENTER]). The message Processing appears and the printer prints a Menu Map. ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE 2-13 Using the Operator Panel Menu Map Sample MENU MAP 2-14 ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE Using the Operator Panel Status Pages This section explains the procedure for printing the status pages. The status page is a list of parameters and settings for most basic printer configurations. You may be required to produce a status page when requesting service to the printer. Printing a Status Page You can check the printer's current status, including available memory space and option settings by printing a status page. 1 2 Press [MENU]. Press or repeatedly until Print Status Page appears. Print Status Page 3 Press [OK] ([ENTER]). A question mark (?) appears. Print Status Page ? 4 Press [OK] ([ENTER]) again. The message Processing appears and the printer prints a status page. For a sample status page and its full description, see Understanding the Status Page on page 2-16. ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE 2-15 Using the Operator Panel Understanding the Status Page The numbers in the following diagram refer the items explained below the diagram. The items and values on the status page may vary depending on the printer's firmware version. 1 2 3 4 5 7 6 8 9 10 1 Firmware Version This item shows the version and release date of the printer firmware. 2 Hardware Information This item shows various printer settings for hardware-related items: MP tray paper size and type Paper cassette size and type Buzzer control Host buffer size 2-16 ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE Using the Operator Panel -