User manual KONICA MINOLTA BIZHUB PRO C500 UM 1.1.0

User Manual Contents Contents Contents ....................................................................................... x-1 Features of the bizhub PRO C500 ................................................ x-9 Legal Restrictions on Copying .................................................... x-14 Basic Section 1: Safety Information Safety Information ........................................................................ 1-4 Regulation Notices ..................................................................... 1-10 Caution Labels and Indicators .................................................... 1-12 Installation Space ....................................................................... 1-15 Section 2: Machine Information Machine Configuration ................................................................. 2-2 External Machine Items ................................................................... 2-2 Internal Machine Items .................................................................... 2-4 Standard/Optional Equipment ......................................................... 2-5 Control Panel Layout ....................................................................... 2-6 Basic Screen .................................................................................... 2-8 FS-513/FS-606 Finisher (with PK-507/PK-508 Punching Kit) ....... 2-10 PI-110 Cover Sheet Feeder ........................................................... 2-12 LT-211 Large Capacity Tray .......................................................... 2-13 TU-109 Trimmer Unit ..................................................................... 2-14 Turning On the Power Switch ..................................................... 2-16 To Turn On the Power ................................................................... 2-16 To Turn Off the Power ................................................................... 2-18 Reducing the Power in Standby Mode (Auto Low Power) ............ 2-19 Shutting Off Automatically (Auto Shut-Off) .................................... 2-20 Shutting Off / Reducing the Power Manually ................................ 2-21 Entering an EKC Password (EKC) ................................................. 2-22 Loading Paper ............................................................................ 2-23 Loading Paper in Tray 1 ,2, and 3 .................................................. 2-24 Loading Paper in Multi-Sheet Bypass Tray ................................... 2-27 Loading Paper in LCT (LT-211) ...................................................... 2-28 Loading Tabbed Sheets in Tray 1, 2, or 3 ..................................... 2-31 Loading Tabbed Sheets in LCT (LT-211) ....................................... 2-32 Loading Tabbed Sheets in Multi-Sheet Bypass Tray .................... 2-33 x-1 Contents Section 3: Copying Operations Selecting Colour Mode ................................................................. 3-2 Positioning Originals ..................................................................... 3-4 Positioning Originals in RADF ..........................................................3-4 Positioning Original on Platen Glass ................................................3-8 Setting Print Quantity .................................................................. 3-10 To Set Print Quantity ......................................................................3-10 To Change Print Quantity ..............................................................3-11 Setting Job During Warm-up ...................................................... 3-12 To Stop Scanning/Printing .......................................................... 3-15 Selecting Paper Size ................................................................... 3-16 To Select Paper Size Automatically (APS) .....................................3-16 To Specify Desired Paper Size (AMS) ............................................3-18 Copying Using Special Paper (Multi-Sheet Bypass Tray) ........................................................... 3-20 Selecting Magnification Ratio (Lens Mode) ................................ 3-25 To Copy in 1.000 Magnification Mode ...........................................3-25 To Change Magnification Ratio (Fixed Magnification / Zoom Mode) ...............................................3-26 Making Double-Sided Copies (1)2, 2)2) .................................. 3-28 Using RADF ...................................................................................3-28 Using Platen Glass .........................................................................3-32 Making Single-Sided Copies from Double-Sided Originals (2)1) .. 336 To Scan Originals into Memory (Store Mode) ............................. 3-38 To Set Next Copying Job (Reserve) ............................................ 3-40 To Check/Control Jobs in Progress (Job Status Screen) ..................................................................... 3-43 Output Mode for Machine without Finisher ................................ 3-46 Output Mode for Machine with Finisher ...................................... 3-50 Selecting Binding Mode .............................................................. 3-59 Section 4: Helpful Functions Making Sample Copy (Proof Copy) .............................................. 4-2 Checking Feature Selections / Proof Copying (Check Mode) ...... 4-4 Interrupt Copying .......................................................................... 4-8 Storing Job Conditions (Job Memory: Job Store) ...................... 4-11 Recalling Stored Job Settings (Job Memory: Job Recall) .......... 4-14 Recalling Previous Job Settings ................................................. 4-15 x-2 Contents Displaying Screen for Operation Guide (Help Mode) .................. 4-16 To Display Help Screen from Basic Screen ................................... 4-16 To Display Help Screen from Other Screens ................................. 4-19 Section 5: Troubleshooting When "Call for Service" Message Is Displayed ............................ 5-2 Limited Use of the Copier in Trouble ............................................... 5-4 Clearing Mishandled Paper .......................................................... 5-5 When "JAM" Appears on Folder Key (Or Arrow Key Flashes) ................................................................. 5-7 When "ADD PAPER" Appears on Folder Key (Or Arrow Key Flashes) ................................................................. 5-9 When "Memory Full" Message Is Displayed (Memory Overflow) ...................................................................... 5-11 Memory Overflow in Current Job ................................................... 5-12 Memory Overflow in Reserve Job .................................................. 5-13 When Power OFF/ON Screen Is Displayed ................................ 5-14 Troubleshooting Tips .................................................................. 5-15 Section 6: Specifications Main Body Specifications ............................................................. 6-2 Main Body ........................................................................................ 6-2 Option Specifications ................................................................... 6-4 RADF (DF-319) ................................................................................. 6-4 FS-513/FS-606 In-Bin Stapler Finisher ............................................ 6-4 PI-110 Cover Sheet Feeder ............................................................. 6-5 TU-109 Trimmer Unit ....................................................................... 6-5 PK-507/PK-508 Punching Kit .......................................................... 6-6 LT-211 Large Capacity Tray ............................................................ 6-6 Memory Unit .................................................................................... 6-6 Others .............................................................................................. 6-6 Advanced Section 7: Colour Image Adjustment About Colours ............................................................................... 7-4 RGB and CMYK Models .................................................................. 7-4 HSB Model ...................................................................................... 7-6 x-3 Contents Colour Copy Quality ...................................................................... 7-7 Modifying Colours ............................................................................7-7 Reproducing Images ......................................................................7-14 What Is Image Detection? ..............................................................7-15 Applying Filters ..............................................................................7-16 Improving Colour Copy Quality ......................................................7-18 Selecting Density Level and Whitening the Background ................................................................................. 7-19 To Adjust Copy Density / Background Whiteness .........................7-19 Setting Density Shift ......................................................................7-22 Changing Colours Using RGB and HSB Values (Colour Adjustment) .................................................................... 7-24 Modifying RGB Value .....................................................................7-24 Modifying HSB Value .....................................................................7-26 Changing Colours Using CMYK Value (Colour Balance Adjustment) ...................................................... 7-29 Selecting Line Screen, Dot Screen, or High Compression (Screen Setting) ........................................................................... 7-31 Adjusting Sharpness and Contrast / Selecting Gloss Mode ................................................................. 7-34 Making Fine Adjustment in Image Detection (Image Judge) ............................................................................. 7-37 Specifying Original Type (Original Image/Type in Special Original) .................................... 7-39 Section 8: Advanced Information Programmed Shut-Off (Weekly Timer) .......................................... 8-2 Rotation ......................................................................................... 8-4 Vertical/Horizontal Zoom Mode .................................................... 8-6 Making Folded Booklet (Fold / Stitch & Fold) ............................... 8-9 Punching File Holes in Copies (Punch) ....................................... 8-12 Output Three-Folded Copies (Three-Fold) .................................. 8-15 Making Trimmed Booklets (Trimming) ........................................ 8-17 Cover Sheet Feeding .................................................................. 8-20 Off-Line Finishing ........................................................................ 8-23 Tray Adjustment .......................................................................... 8-26 To Set the Adjustment Value .........................................................8-26 To Recall/Delete the Adjustment Value .........................................8-28 x-4 Contents Section 9: Special Original Selecting Binding Direction .......................................................... 9-2 Specifying Original Direction ........................................................ 9-4 Copying Non-Standard Size Originals (Original Form) ................. 9-6 Copying Mixed Size Originals (Mixed Original) ............................. 9-9 Copying Z-Folded Originals (Z-Folded Original) ......................... 9-12 Scanning Thin/Thick Originals in RADF (Original Thickness) ..... 9-14 Section 10: Applications To Display Application Selection Screen .................................... 10-2 Inserting Sheets and Covers (Sheet/Cover Insertion) ................. 10-4 Locating Title Pages on the Right Side (Chapter) ....................... 10-8 Lay Out Several Pages onto One Sheet (Combination) ............ 10-11 Making a Multiple Page Signature Booklet (Booklet) ............... 10-15 Inserting Images into Printed Sets (Image Insert) ..................... 10-19 Dividing an Image into Right and Left Pages (Dual Page) ........ 10-23 Programming Different Settings for an Output Job (Program Job) ........................................................................... 10-27 Dividing an Image for Enlarged Copy (Multi-Page Enlargement) ......................................................... 10-30 Erasing Outside of the Original (Non-Image Area Erase) .......... 10-34 Reversing Colour in Image (Reverse Image) ............................. 10-36 Repeating Selected Image Area (Repeat: Vert./Horiz. Mode) .. 10-38 Repeating (Repeat: AUTO/Repeat Mode) ............................... 10-41 Eliminating Copy Marks (Frame/Fold Erasure) ......................... 10-44 Copying Image in the Centre of Copy Paper (AUTO Layout) ... 10-47 Adjusting Position of Copy Image (Image Shift) ....................... 10-49 Reducing Images to Create Binding Margin (Reduce&Shift) .... 10-52 Printing Stamp, Page, Date/Time onto Copies (Stamp) ........... 10-55 Printing Watermark onto Copies (Stamp) ................................. 10-62 Overlaying an Image onto Each Page Copied in the Job (Overlay) .................................................................................... 10-67 Storing Overlay Image in HDD (Overlay Memory) ..................... 10-70 x-5 Contents Section 11: Network Function To Use Web Utilities .................................................................... 11-2 To Display Information on Machine ............................................ 11-4 To Display Current Machine Status (Job Status) ........................ 11-6 Setting E-Mail Transmission Function ........................................ 11-8 Setting E.K.C. Function ............................................................. 11-10 Setting Scan Transmission Function ........................................ 11-21 Transmitting/Editing Machine Setting File ................................ 11-25 Section 12: Paper and Original Information Paper Information ....................................................................... 12-2 Paper Weight .................................................................................12-3 Tray / Exit Tray Capacity ................................................................12-5 Paper Size ......................................................................................12-7 Special Paper in Multi-Sheet Bypass Tray ....................................12-9 To Store Copy Paper .....................................................................12-9 Original Information ................................................................... 12-10 Platen Glass Originals ..................................................................12-10 RADF Originals .............................................................................12-11 Section 13: Maintenance & Supplies Adding Toner .............................................................................. 13-2 Inserting a New Staple Cartridge into FS-513/FS-606 Finisher .. 13-7 Empty Waste Basket of PK-507/PK-508 Punching Kit ............. 13-11 Empty Waste Basket of TU-109 Trimmer Unit .......................... 13-13 Exchanging Toner Recovery Box .............................................. 13-15 Cleaning Image Scanning Section ............................................ 13-17 Cleaning the Document Glass .....................................................13-18 Cleaning the RADF Platen Guide Cover ......................................13-19 Cleaning the Platen Cover ...........................................................13-20 Checking Copy Count ............................................................... 13-21 To Display the Counter List Screen .............................................13-22 To Print the Counter List ..............................................................13-23 Periodic Maintenance ............................................................... 13-24 To Check the PM Counter ...........................................................13-25 x-6 Contents Section 14: Key Operator Mode An Outline of the Key Operator Mode ........................................ 14-2 How to Access the Key Operator Mode ........................................ 14-2 [1] System Initial Setting ............................................................. 14-5 [1] Date & Time Setting .................................................................. 14-5 [2] Language Select Setting ........................................................... 14-7 [3] IP Address Setting .................................................................... 14-8 [4] E-Mail Transmission Setting ..................................................... 14-9 [2] Copier Initial Setting ............................................................. 14-11 [3] User Setting Mode ............................................................... 14-12 [1] User Lens Mode Ratio Setting ................................................ 14-12 [4] EKC (Electronic Key Counter) Function Setting ................... 14-13 How to Access the EKC Setting Mode ........................................ 14-14 [1] E.K.C. Data Edit ...................................................................... 14-15 [2] E.K.C. All Count Reset ............................................................ 14-18 [3] E.K.C. Function Setting .......................................................... 14-19 [4] Scanner Function Setting ....................................................... 14-20 [5] Lock/Delete Job Memory .................................................... 14-21 [6] Paper Type / Special Size Set ............................................. 14-22 [1] Paper Type / Special Size Set ................................................ 14-22 [2] Paper Type Set (Bypass) ........................................................ 14-24 [7] Panel Contrast / Key Sound Adjustment ............................. 14-25 [8] Key Operator Data Setting ................................................... 14-26 [9] Weekly Timer ....................................................................... 14-27 How to Access the Weekly Timer Setting Mode ......................... 14-28 [1] Weekly Timer On/Off Setting .................................................. 14-29 [2] Timer Setting ........................................................................... 14-30 [3] Timer Action On/Off Setting .................................................... 14-32 [4] Lunch Hour Off Setting ........................................................... 14-33 [5] Timer Interrupt Password Setting ........................................... 14-34 [10] Control Panel Adjustment .................................................. 14-35 [11] Tray Auto Select Setting .................................................... 14-36 [12] Power Save Setting ........................................................... 14-37 [13] Memory Switch Setting ...................................................... 14-38 [14] Machine Management List Print ........................................ 14-45 [15] Call Remote Centre ............................................................ 14-46 [16] Finisher Adjustment ........................................................... 14-47 [17] Front & Back Density Setting ............................................. 14-49 [18] Scan Transmission Setting ................................................ 14-50 [19] Non-Image Area Erase Setting .......................................... 14-52 x-7 Contents [20] AE Adjustment ................................................................... 14-53 [21] Execute Adjustment Operation .......................................... 14-54 [22] Magnification Adjustment .................................................. 14-55 [23] Timing Adjustment ............................................................. 14-56 [24] Centring Adjustment .......................................................... 14-58 [25] Printer Gamma Sensor Adjustment ................................... 14-59 Index Index ............................................................................................ ix-3 x-8 Features of the bizhub PRO C500 Features of the bizhub PRO C500 AE - Automatic Exposure Automatically adjusts exposure to compensate for quality of the original. AMS - Automatic Magnification Selection Automatically selects an appropriate magnification ratio when Paper Size is selected manually. APS - Automatic Paper Selection Automatically selects paper size to match the original documents. ATS - Automatic Tray Switching Automatically switches tray to allow printing and copying to continue without interruption if the selected tray empties while copying is in progress. Auto Layout The original image on the platen glass or in the document feeder is copied and centred on a sheet. Auto Low Power Automatically lowers the power after a specified period of system inactivity. Auto Reset Automatically resets to auto mode defaults after a specified period of system inactivity. Auto Shut-Off Automatically shuts off the main power after a specified period of system inactivity. Booklet Creates a multiple page signature booklet copied on both sides of paper in 1)2 or 2)2 copy mode. Chapter Starts chapter pages on the right side (front pages) of the finished document. Only duplex mode (1)2) is compatible with this feature. Colour Mode Copies full-coloured originals or makes single-coloured copies, and also adjusts image quality of the copies. Combination Copies a fixed number (2, 4, or 8) of pages onto one sheet of copy paper to save paper while creating a draft copy of your document. Copy Density Manually selects up to 9 density levels. Copy Mode Selects the desired simplex mode (1)1 or 2)1); or duplex mode (1)2 or 2)2). Counter List Displays on the screen and prints the following data: total counter of the machine, copier counter, print counter and the date when the counter started. x-9 Features of the bizhub PRO C500 Density Shift Shifts each of nine density levels in four density modes (Auto, Text, Photo, Map) to three levels lighter or three levels darker. Dual Page Copies both pages of an open book or A3/B4 size sheet separately onto two A4/B5 size sheets in 1)1 mode or separately onto each side of one A4/B5 size sheet in 1)2 mode. You can use the Dual Page mode with the Front or Front/Back cover mode. The cover page(s) will be scanned and copied normally before image division is performed on the other pages. Frame/Fold Erasure Erases border and/or fold image area using Frame (1 - 300 mm), Fold (1 - 99 mm), or Frame & Fold. Image Insert Stores pages in memory from the platen glass, and inserts the pages into a document copied from the document feeder. Image Shift Creates or removes a binding margin at the top, bottom, right and left edges (shift amount from 0 ~ 250 mm, in 1 mm increments); reduces image to prevent image loss (reduce & shift amount from 0 ~ 250 mm, in 1 mm increments). Interrupt Copying Interrupts job-in-progress to perform an urgent copy, using any of the copier features for the interrupt job. Job Memory Programs up to 30 jobs and recalls each job by job number, as needed. All compatible Platen glass functions can be programmed into Job Memory directly after they are selected. Job Status Displays the Job Status Screen to view the current machine status, changes the operation order of reserve jobs, deletes the unused reserve job, or displays the previous job list. Lens Mode (Fixed, Zoom) Selects fixed ratios, four reduction, four enlargement, and three user-set ratios. Zoom ratios can be selected from 25.0% ~ 400.0% in 0.1% increments. Machine Status Confirmation Displays the current machine status on LCD for confirmation. Manual Shut-off Shuts off the machine power when pressing [POWER SAVER ON/OFF] on the control panel. Mixed Original Copies mixed size originals from the document feeder in APS or AMS mode. APS automatically selects the paper size of each original. AMS mode allows you to select one paper size for all originals. Multi-Page Enlargement Makes an enlarged copy of an original by dividing to several pages. x-10 Features of the bizhub PRO C500 Network Function by Web Browser When the machine is connected to a PC over a network, it uses a web browser on the PC to check the machine or job information, and to perform the Key Operator settings concerning the network environment. Non-Image Area Erase When copying from the platen glass when the document cover is open, copies only the image area and not the exposed area of glass, which would otherwise copy as black. Non STD Size for Multi-Sheet Bypass Tray Enters the special paper size to be loaded on the Multi-sheet bypass tray using the touch screen keypad in order to avoid paper misfeed. Non STD Size for Original Identifies the special original size which the bizhub PRO C500 cannot detect, in order to select the optimal paper size for copying or printing. Original Image Enhances photo image in PHOTO mode, regular image in TEXT/PHOTO mode, text image in TEXT mode, coloured image with small text in MAP mode. Original Type Improves the image quality by specifying the printed original type. Output Mode for Machine with FS-513/FS-606 Finisher Installed: Non-Sort, Sort, Staple-Sort, and Group modes using the primary (main) tray Non-Sort Face Down exit, Non-Sort Face Up exit, Group Face Down exit, and Group Face Up exit modes using the secondary (sub) tray Fold and Stitch & Fold modes using the booklet tray (FS-606 only) Selects an output tray and output mode on the Output Mode popup menu. Output for Machine with no Finisher Installed: Non-sort, Rotation sort, Group, and Rotation group modes are available in combination with Face down or Face up exit. Selects an output mode on the Output Mode popup menu. Output for FS-513/FS-606 Finisher with PI-110 Cover Sheet Feeder Installed: Cover Sheet mode Off-Line Finishing mode For details, see Section 8: "Advanced Information". Overlay Scans an original image and overlays it on the pages of another document. For example, you may want to incorporate a page heading, graphic design or logo into the pages of your document. Overlay Memory Stores Overlay images in the system's memory. Paper Capacity Total 1,750 sheets, including three 500-sheet trays and a 250-sheet Multi-sheet bypass tray. Total 4,250 sheets, including 2,500-sheet optional large capacity tray. x-11 Features of the bizhub PRO C500 Platen Memory Scans documents into memory from the platen glass and/or the document feeder and inserts the pages into another document copied from the document feeder. If an incompatible function is selected in this mode, the latter function will not be selected, and an Error message will be displayed. Power Saver Automatically turns off all but nominal power supply after a specified period of copier inactivity, for optimal efficiency. Power is returned after a brief warm up period by pressing [POWER SAVER ON/OFF] on the control panel. Program Job Scans documents into memory while designating different copy conditions for each original, then prints all the documents collectively. Proof Copy To ensure correct output before running multiple copies, run a proof copy by pressing [PROOF COPY] on the control panel or touching PROOF COPY on the Check Screen. Punch Mode for FS-513/FS-606 Finisher with PK-507/PK-508 Punching Kit Installed Punches four holes in output copies. Repeat Selects the horizontal image area across the page, and repeats it down the page as many times as the repeat width setting (10 ~ 150 mm) permits in manual or auto. Reserve Scans in subsequent copy jobs while the bizhub PRO C500 is busy printing or copying. Reverse Image Reverses the positive image to negative image or vice versa in the selected colour mode. Rotation Rotates the image before copying when the portrait/landscape orientation of the original is different from the orientation of the copy paper. Rotation Exit (Rotation Sort / Rotation Group) When no Finisher is installed, Rotation Exit alternately switches the horizontal and vertical orientation of each sorted set as it outputs to the exit tray. Be sure to load both A4 and A4R in separate trays (including the Multi-sheet bypass tray) before selecting this feature. Sheet/Cover Insertion Insert up to 30 blank or copied sheets from any tray including the Multi-sheet bypass tray, or inserts blank or copied front and back covers from any tray including the Multi-sheet bypass tray to enhance the presentation of multi-page documents. Stamp Prints watermark, regular stamp, date/time, page number, and numbering onto the output copies to enhance the presentation and usefulness of the copies. x-12 Features of the bizhub PRO C500 Staple Selects the stapling position and number of staples. STD Size (Special) Detects the standard paper sizes which cannot normally be detected when loaded in a main body tray or Multi-sheet bypass tray. Tab Paper Copies onto tabbed sheets from tabbed originals, allowing the image on the tab part of the original to be printed on the same part of the tabbed copy paper. Three-Fold Mode for Machine with FS-606 Finisher Installed: Folds A4 or 8.5"x11"R output copies in three. Tray Adjustment Performs image adjustments for printing on pages contained in a specific paper tray and enables you to recall adjustment values from the Basic Screen. Trimming Mode for FS-606 Finisher with TU-109 Trimmer Unit Installed: Trim the end of folded or stitched & folded booklets. Weekly Timer Can be set according to the needs of each work environment. Turns main body power Off/On daily or weekly, during lunch time, on holidays, and also enables the Timer Interrupt mode, which allows temporary use of the machine even when the machine is in the daily, weekly, or holiday Off mode. Wide Size Paper Copies onto paper slightly larger than the specified regular size. Z-Folded Original This feature sets the RADF to accept Z-folded originals. x-13 Legal Restrictions on Copying Legal Restrictions on Copying Certain types of documents must never be copied with the purpose or intent to pass copies of such documents off as the originals. The following is not a complete list, but is meant to be used as a guide to responsible copying. Financial Instruments - Personal checks - Travelers checks - Money orders - Certificates of deposit - Bonds or other certificates of indebtedness - Stock certificates Legal Documents - Food stamps - Postage stamps (canceled or uncanceled) - Checks or drafts drawn by government agencies - Internal revenue stamps (canceled or uncanceled) - Passports - Immigration papers - Motor vehicle licenses and titles - House and property titles and deeds General - Identification cards, badges, or insignias - Copyrighted works without permission of the copyright owner You are prohibited under any circumstances to copy domestic or foreign currencies, or works of art without permission of the copyright owner. When in doubt about the nature of a document, consult with legal counsel. x-14 Basic 1 Safety Information Precautions for Installation and Use Safety Information................................................................................1-4 Regulation Notices.............................................................................1-10 Caution Labels and Indicators ...........................................................1-12 Installation Space...............................................................................1-15 Safety Information Safety Information This section contains detailed instructions on the operation and maintenance of this machine. To achieve optimum utility of this device, all operators should carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual. Please read the following section before connecting the machine to the supply. It contains important information related to user safety and preventing equipment problems. Please keep this manual in a handy place near the machine. Make sure you observe all of the precautions appear in each section of this manual. Note: Some parts of the contents of this section may not correspond with the purchased product. Warning and Precaution Symbols The following indicators are used on the warning labels or in this manual to categorize the level of safety warnings. WARNING Ignoring this warning could cause serious injury or even death. CAUTION Ignoring this caution could cause injury or damage to property. Meaning of Symbols A triangle indicates a danger against which you should take precaution. This symbol warns against cause burns. A diagonal line indicates a prohibited course of action. This symbol warns against dismantling the device. A solid circle indicates an imperative course of action. This symbol indicates you must unplug the device. 1-4