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MAIN FEATURES
High-speed laser copying
First-copy time*
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is only 8.0*
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seconds.
Copying speed is 20 copies per minute. This is ideal for business use and provides a
big boost to workplace productivity.
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big boost to workplace productivity.
*
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The first-copy time is measured after the power save indicator turns off following
power on, using the document glass with the polygon rotating in the copy ready state
and "LSU SETTING" set to ON in the user programs (A4 (8-1/2" x 11"), paper fed
from paper tray).
power on, using the document glass with the polygon rotating in the copy ready state
and "LSU SETTING" set to ON in the user programs (A4 (8-1/2" x 11"), paper fed
from paper tray).
*
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When user program 24 is set to OFF.
High-quality digital image
• High-quality copying at 600 dpi is performed.
• In addition to automatic exposure adjustment, two original modes can be selected:
• In addition to automatic exposure adjustment, two original modes can be selected:
"TEXT" for text-only originals, and "PHOTO" for photographs. The exposure can be
adjusted to five levels in each mode.
adjusted to five levels in each mode.
• The photo mode copying function allows clear copying of delicate halftone original
images such as monochrome photos and colour photos.
Enhanced copying features
• Zoom copies can be made from 25% to 400% in increments of 1%. (When the
RSPF is being used, the zoom copy ratio range is 50% to 200%.)
• Continuous copying of up to 99 copies is possible.
• Sets of output can be offset from each other for easy separation (offset function).
• Sorting by sets is possible without the need for a sorter or other special device
• Sets of output can be offset from each other for easy separation (offset function).
• Sorting by sets is possible without the need for a sorter or other special device
(Sort copy).
• Includes convenient features such as margin shift, 2 IN 1 copy, and automatic two-
sided copying.
Scan once/Print many
• The machine is equipped with a memory buffer allowing the machine to scan an
original once and make up to 99 copies of the scanned image. This improves
workflow, reduces operating noise from the machine and reduces wear and tear on
the scanning mechanism, which provides for a higher reliability.
workflow, reduces operating noise from the machine and reduces wear and tear on
the scanning mechanism, which provides for a higher reliability.
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Margin shift
Sort copy
Offset function
2 IN 1 copy
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LCD panel displays messages
• The LCD panel displays messages that show function settings and the status of
the machine.
Laser printer function
• The accompanying printer driver can be installed to enable use of the machine as
a printer.
Colour scanner function
• The accompanying scanner driver can be installed and the machine connected to
a computer using a USB cable to enable use as a scanner.
Fax function (option)
• The optional Facsimile Expansion Kit can be installed to enable the machine to be
used as a fax machine. (Facsimile Expansion Kit Operation Manual)
Network connection (option)
• The optional Network Expansion Kit can be installed to enable the machine to be
used as a network printer and network scanner. (Network Expansion Kit Operation
Manual)
Manual)
Environment and people friendly design
• Preheat mode and auto power shut-off mode are provided to reduce power
consumption when the machine is not in use.
• A universal design has been implemented in the product whereby the height of the
operation panel and shape of the keys are designed to be usable by as many
people as possible.
people as possible.
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Chapter 1
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This chapter provides basic information that you should know before using the machine.
PART NAMES
Document glass
Paper output tray extension
Operation panel
Power switch
Front cover
Handles
Paper tray
Power cord socket
Side cover
Fusing unit release lever
Side cover open button
Transfer charger
Bypass tray paper guides
Charger cleaner
Original output tray extension
Paper holder arm
Paper output tray
Photoconductive
drum
drum
RSPF (Option)
Original cover
Exit area
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Bypass tray
Original guides
Document feeder tray
Document
feeder cover
feeder cover
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Toner cartridge
Interface
USB
connector
connector
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PREPARATIONS
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Operation panel
[MODE SELECT] key / Mode indicators
Press this key to select the mode. The
indicator of the selected mode lights (copy,
printer, scanner, fax mode indicators).
Display
This shows messages indicating the
machine status and any problems that
occur, as well as user programs and
function setting menus.
Numeric keys
Use these to enter the number of copies
and other numerical settings.
The keys can also be used to select
items in function setting menus.
[CLEAR] key (
Press this key to select the mode. The
indicator of the selected mode lights (copy,
printer, scanner, fax mode indicators).
Display
This shows messages indicating the
machine status and any problems that
occur, as well as user programs and
function setting menus.
Numeric keys
Use these to enter the number of copies
and other numerical settings.
The keys can also be used to select
items in function setting menus.
[CLEAR] key (
)
Use this to clear the set number of
copies, as well as cancel a job that is in
progress. When a setting menu appears,
use this key to move back to the
previous menu level.
Power save indicator
This lights up when the power save
function is activated.
RSPF indicator*
This lights up when an original is placed
in the RSPF.
Error indicator
This lights steadily or blinks when a
paper misfeed or other error occurs.
copies, as well as cancel a job that is in
progress. When a setting menu appears,
use this key to move back to the
previous menu level.
Power save indicator
This lights up when the power save
function is activated.
RSPF indicator*
This lights up when an original is placed
in the RSPF.
Error indicator
This lights steadily or blinks when a
paper misfeed or other error occurs.
[TRAY SELECT] key (
)
Use to select the paper tray that has the
desired paper for copying.
Tray location indicator
Indicates the selected paper tray. The
indicator blinks when the tray is out of paper
during operation or is not closed properly.
[MENU] key
Press this key to select the paper size for
copying, to configure a user program or
to display the total count.
[2-SIDED COPY] key
Press in copy mode to select one-sided
or two-sided settings for the original and
for the output.
[E-SORT/SP.FUN] key
Press to select the sort function, 2 IN 1
copy function, or margin shift function.
[
desired paper for copying.
Tray location indicator
Indicates the selected paper tray. The
indicator blinks when the tray is out of paper
during operation or is not closed properly.
[MENU] key
Press this key to select the paper size for
copying, to configure a user program or
to display the total count.
[2-SIDED COPY] key
Press in copy mode to select one-sided
or two-sided settings for the original and
for the output.
[E-SORT/SP.FUN] key
Press to select the sort function, 2 IN 1
copy function, or margin shift function.
[
] key (
), [
] key (
),
[ENTER] key
Press the [
Press the [
] key (
) or [
] key
(
) to select an item in a function
setting menu.
Press the [ENTER] key to enter a selection.
[EXPOSURE] key
Use to switch from auto exposure
adjustment to text mode or photo mode.
Press the [ENTER] key to enter a selection.
[EXPOSURE] key
Use to switch from auto exposure
adjustment to text mode or photo mode.
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