Konica Minolta bizhub 501 User manual

Copy Operations
501/421/361

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Introduction
1Introduction
1.1 Available features............................................................................................................................ 1-3
1.2 Explanation of manual conventions .............................................................................................. 1-9
1.3 Descriptions of originals and paper ............................................................................................ 1-10
1.4 User manuals ................................................................................................................................. 1-11
1.4.1 Printed manual ................................................................................................................................ 1-11
1.4.2 User manual DVD manuals ............................................................................................................. 1-11
2 Before making copies
2.1 Machine configuration .................................................................................................................... 2-3
2.1.1 Options.............................................................................................................................................. 2-3
2.1.2 External ............................................................................................................................................. 2-5
2.1.3 Internal............................................................................................................................................... 2-9
2.1.4 Paper feed cabinet PC-206/PC-407/Desk DK-506......................................................................... 2-10
2.1.5 Large capacity unit LU-203............................................................................................................. 2-12
2.1.6 Finisher FS-522/Output tray OT-602/Punch unit PU-501............................................................... 2-13
2.1.7 Saddle stitcher SD-507/Mailbin kit MT-502.................................................................................... 2-15
2.1.8 Finisher FS-523/Relay unit RU-507................................................................................................. 2-17
2.1.9 Control panel................................................................................................................................... 2-20
2.1.10 Basic settings screens .................................................................................................................... 2-22
2.1.11 Icons that appear in the screen....................................................................................................... 2-24
2.2 Adjusting the angle of the control panel..................................................................................... 2-25
2.3 Turning on the main power and the sub power ......................................................................... 2-27
2.3.1 Turning on the machine................................................................................................................... 2-27
2.3.2 Scanning during warm-up............................................................................................................... 2-29
2.3.3 Turning off the machine .................................................................................................................. 2-30
2.3.4 Automatically clearing settings (automatic panel reset).................................................................. 2-31
2.3.5 Automatically canceling the mode screen (System Auto Reset)..................................................... 2-31
2.3.6 Automatically conserving energy (Low Power mode) ..................................................................... 2-32
2.3.7 Automatically conserving energy (Sleep mode) .............................................................................. 2-33
2.3.8 Manually conserving energy............................................................................................................ 2-33
2.3.9 Automatically turning the machine on/off (Weekly Timer)............................................................... 2-34
2.3.10 Controlling each user’s use of this machine (User Authentication)................................................. 2-36
2.3.11 Controlling each account’s use of this machine (Account Track)................................................... 2-40
2.3.12 Controlling use of this machine with authentication unit (biometric type) ...................................... 2-43
2.3.13 Controlling use of this machine with the authentication unit (IC card type).................................... 2-46
2.4 Loading paper into tray 1/2/3/4.................................................................................................... 2-49
2.5 Loading paper into tray 3.............................................................................................................. 2-52
2.6 Loading paper into LCT ................................................................................................................ 2-55
2.7 Loading paper into the bypass tray ............................................................................................. 2-57
3 Basic copy operations
3.1 General copy operation .................................................................................................................. 3-3
3.2 Operations that cannot be combined............................................................................................ 3-5
3.2.1 Operations where the setting specified last is given priority............................................................. 3-5
3.2.2 Operations where the setting specified first is given priority ............................................................ 3-7
3.3 Feeding the original......................................................................................................................... 3-8
3.3.1 Loading the original into the ADF...................................................................................................... 3-8
3.3.2 Placing the original on the original glass........................................................................................... 3-9

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3.3.3 Scanning the original in separate batches ("Separate Scan" setting)............................................. 3-11
3.3.4 Scanning a multi-page original from the original glass ................................................................... 3-15
3.4 Specifying original settings .......................................................................................................... 3-19
3.4.1 Specifying the original size (Original Size settings) ......................................................................... 3-19
3.4.2 Copying originals of mixed sizes ("Mixed Original" setting) ............................................................ 3-21
3.4.3 Loading folded (Z-folded) originals.................................................................................................. 3-23
3.4.4 Selecting the original orientation (Original direction settings) ......................................................... 3-25
3.4.5 To select an original direction setting.............................................................................................. 3-26
3.4.6 Selecting the position of the binding margin (Binding position settings) ........................................ 3-28
3.4.7 To select a binding position setting................................................................................................. 3-29
3.4.8 Changing scan settings for each original ........................................................................................ 3-31
3.5 Selecting a paper setting .............................................................................................................. 3-35
3.5.1 Automatically selecting the paper size ("Auto" paper setting) ........................................................ 3-35
3.5.2 Manually selecting the desired paper size ...................................................................................... 3-37
3.6 Specifying a zoom setting............................................................................................................. 3-38
3.6.1 Automatically selecting the zoom ratio ("Auto" zoom setting) ........................................................ 3-38
3.6.2 Specifying the zoom ratio of the original ("Full Size" setting).......................................................... 3-39
3.6.3 Typing in the zoom ratio (XY zoom setting)..................................................................................... 3-40
3.6.4 Slightly reducing the copy ("Minimal" setting)................................................................................. 3-42
3.6.5 Selecting a preset zoom ratio (Enlarge and reduce settings) .......................................................... 3-43
3.6.6 Typing in separate X and Y zoom ratios (Individual zoom settings) ................................................ 3-44
3.6.7 Selecting a stored zoom ratio.......................................................................................................... 3-46
3.6.8 Storing the desired zoom ratio ........................................................................................................ 3-47
3.7 Selecting an original > copy setting............................................................................................. 3-49
3.7.1 Selecting single-sided copies.......................................................................................................... 3-50
3.7.2 Selecting double-sided copies ........................................................................................................ 3-52
3.8 Selecting a combined copy setting.............................................................................................. 3-54
3.8.1 Copying multiple original pages onto a single page (Combined copy settings) ............................. 3-56
3.9 Selecting the quality of the original ............................................................................................. 3-58
3.9.1 Loading originals with small print or photos (Original type settings)............................................... 3-58
3.9.2 To select an original type setting..................................................................................................... 3-59
3.10 Selecting the density settings ...................................................................................................... 3-60
3.10.1 Adjusting the print density (Density settings) .................................................................................. 3-60
3.10.2 Adjusting the background density (Background removal settings)................................................. 3-62
3.11 Selecting finishing settings........................................................................................................... 3-63
3.11.1 Separating copies by sets ("Sort" setting)....................................................................................... 3-66
3.11.2 Separating copies by pages ("Group" setting) ................................................................................ 3-67
3.11.3 Selecting the output tray ................................................................................................................. 3-68
3.11.4 Stapling copies (Staple settings) ..................................................................................................... 3-69
3.11.5 Punching holes in copies (Punch settings)...................................................................................... 3-72
3.12 Selecting a folding setting ............................................................................................................ 3-75
3.12.1 Folding copies in half ("Half-Fold" setting) ...................................................................................... 3-75
3.12.2 Binding copies at the center ("Center Staple & Fold" setting)......................................................... 3-77
3.13 Selecting not to rotate the image................................................................................................. 3-79
3.14 Scanning the next original to be copied while a copy job is being printed
(next job reservation)..................................................................................................................... 3-80
3.15 Temporarily stopping scanning/printing ..................................................................................... 3-81
3.16 Deleting a paused job.................................................................................................................... 3-82
4 Additional copy operations
4.1 Checking the copy settings (Check job)........................................................................................ 4-3
4.1.1 To check the settings ........................................................................................................................ 4-3
4.1.2 To change the settings ...................................................................................................................... 4-6
4.2 Printing a proof to check the settings (Proof Copy)..................................................................... 4-7

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4.3 Checking the print image as a preview image (Advanced Preview) ........................................ 4-10
4.3.1 Preview screen ................................................................................................................................ 4-10
4.3.2 Checking the advanced preview ..................................................................................................... 4-14
4.4 Interrupting a copy job (Interrupt mode)..................................................................................... 4-16
4.5 Registering copy programs (Mode Memory).............................................................................. 4-17
4.6 Copying with programmed copy settings (Mode Memory)....................................................... 4-21
4.7 Displaying function descriptions (Help) ...................................................................................... 4-23
4.7.1 Overview of help screens ................................................................................................................ 4-23
4.7.2 Displaying main help screens.......................................................................................................... 4-26
4.8 Specifying control panel settings (Accessibility mode)............................................................. 4-28
4.8.1 Displaying the accessibility setting screen...................................................................................... 4-28
4.8.2 Setting the "Touch Panel Adjustment" function.............................................................................. 4-28
4.8.3 Setting the "Key Repeat Start/Interval Time" functions .................................................................. 4-30
4.8.4 Setting the "System Auto Reset Confirmation" function ................................................................ 4-32
4.8.5 Setting the "Auto Reset Confirmation" function ............................................................................. 4-34
4.8.6 Setting the "Enlarge Display Mode Confirmation" function ............................................................ 4-36
4.8.7 Setting the "Message Display Time" function................................................................................. 4-38
4.8.8 Setting the "Sound Setting" functions ............................................................................................ 4-40
5 Troubleshooting
5.1 When an error code appears.......................................................................................................... 5-3
5.2 When the message "misfeed detected." appears........................................................................ 5-5
5.2.1 Location of paper misfeed and illustration........................................................................................ 5-5
5.2.2 Paper misfeed indications................................................................................................................. 5-7
5.2.3 Clearing a paper misfeed in tray 1 .................................................................................................. 5-10
5.2.4 Clearing a paper misfeed in tray 2 .................................................................................................. 5-12
5.2.5 Clearing a paper misfeed in tray 3/4 (Paper feed cabinet PC-206) ................................................ 5-13
5.2.6 Clearing a paper misfeed in tray 3 (Paper feed cabinet PC-407).................................................... 5-14
5.2.7 Clearing a paper misfeed in the bypass tray................................................................................... 5-15
5.2.8 Clearing a paper misfeed in the fusing drum unit ........................................................................... 5-16
5.2.9 Clearing a paper misfeed in the fusing area and turnover section.................................................. 5-19
5.2.10 Clearing a paper misfeed in the automatic duplex unit................................................................... 5-21
5.2.11 Clearing a paper misfeed in the paper transport section of finisher FS-522 .................................. 5-23
5.2.12 Clearing a paper misfeed in the paper transport section of finisher FS-523 .................................. 5-26
5.2.13 Clearing a paper misfeed in finisher FS-522 ................................................................................... 5-29
5.2.14 Clearing a paper misfeed in finisher FS-523 ................................................................................... 5-32
5.2.15 Clearing a paper misfeed in the ADF .............................................................................................. 5-36
5.2.16 Clearing a paper misfeed in the LCT (Large capacity unit LU-203) ................................................ 5-38
5.2.17 Clearing a paper misfeed in saddle stitcher SD-507 ...................................................................... 5-40
5.2.18 Clearing a paper misfeed in mailbin kit MT-502 ............................................................................. 5-42
5.3 Simple troubleshooting................................................................................................................. 5-44
5.4 Main messages and their remedies............................................................................................. 5-47
6 Specifications
6.1 Specifications .................................................................................................................................. 6-3
6.1.1 Main unit............................................................................................................................................ 6-3
6.1.2 Automatic document feeder DF-613................................................................................................. 6-4
6.2 Option Specifications...................................................................................................................... 6-5
6.2.1 Paper feed cabinet PC-206............................................................................................................... 6-5
6.2.2 Paper feed cabinet PC-407............................................................................................................... 6-5
6.2.3 Large capacity unit LU-203............................................................................................................... 6-5
6.2.4 Desk DK-506 ..................................................................................................................................... 6-5
6.2.5 Finisher FS-522 ................................................................................................................................. 6-6
6.2.6 Output tray kit OT-602 ...................................................................................................................... 6-6

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6.2.7 Punch unit PU-501 ............................................................................................................................ 6-7
6.2.8 Saddle stitcher SD-507 ..................................................................................................................... 6-7
6.2.9 Mailbin kit MT-502............................................................................................................................. 6-7
6.2.10 Finisher FS-523 ................................................................................................................................. 6-8
6.2.11 Output tray OT-504 ........................................................................................................................... 6-9
6.2.12 Job separator JS-502........................................................................................................................ 6-9
6.2.13 Other options..................................................................................................................................... 6-9
7 Copy paper/originals
7.1 Copy paper ....................................................................................................................................... 7-3
7.1.1 Paper tray and equipment ................................................................................................................. 7-3
7.1.2 Paper weight...................................................................................................................................... 7-4
7.1.3 Paper tray/ output tray capacity ........................................................................................................ 7-5
7.1.4 Paper capacity in finisher FS-522 output trays ................................................................................. 7-6
7.1.5 Paper size .......................................................................................................................................... 7-8
7.1.6 Special paper..................................................................................................................................... 7-9
7.1.7 Precautions for paper ...................................................................................................................... 7-10
7.1.8 Paper storage .................................................................................................................................. 7-10
7.1.9 Auto Tray Switch Function .............................................................................................................. 7-10
7.2 Selecting the paper settings for bypass tray .............................................................................. 7-11
7.2.1 Automatically detecting the paper size ("Auto Detect" setting)....................................................... 7-11
7.2.2 Specifying a non-standard paper size (Custom size settings) ........................................................ 7-13
7.2.3 Storing a non-standard paper size (Custom size settings).............................................................. 7-15
7.2.4 Specifying a paper type for bypass tray.......................................................................................... 7-18
7.3 Paper type setting for a tray ......................................................................................................... 7-20
7.4 Originals.......................................................................................................................................... 7-22
7.4.1 Originals that can be loaded into the ADF....................................................................................... 7-22
7.4.2 Precautions for loading originals into the ADF ................................................................................ 7-23
7.4.3 Originals that can be loaded on the original glass .......................................................................... 7-23
8 Application functions
8.1 Inserting paper between OHP transparencies ("OHP Interleave" function) .............................. 8-3
8.2 Adding cover pages ("Cover Sheet" function) .............................................................................. 8-6
8.3 Inserting different paper into copies ("Insert Sheet" function) ................................................... 8-9
8.4 Inserting copies of a different original for a specified page ("Insert Image" function)........... 8-13
8.5 Specifying pages to be printed on the front side ("Chapters" function) .................................. 8-16
8.6 Scanning originals with different settings and printing copies all together
("Program Jobs" function) ............................................................................................................ 8-20
8.7 Reversing black-and-white gradation of the original................................................................. 8-25
8.8 Producing separate copies of each page in a page spread ("Book Copy" function).............. 8-26
8.9 Tiling copy images ("Image Repeat" function) ........................................................................... 8-31
8.10 Dividing spread image into right and left pages using ADF
("Page Separation" function) ........................................................................................................ 8-35
8.11 Adding a binding margin to copies ("Page Margin" function)................................................... 8-38
8.12 Adjusting the image to fit the paper ("Image Adjust" settings)................................................. 8-41
8.13 Copying with the page layout of a booklet ("Booklet" function)............................................... 8-43
8.14 Erasing specified area of copies (Erase) ..................................................................................... 8-46
8.14.1 Erasing black marks along borders ("Erase" function) .................................................................... 8-47
8.14.2 Erasing black marks along center fold ("Center Erase" function).................................................... 8-49
8.14.3 Erasing outside areas of the original ("Non-Image Area Erase" function) ....................................... 8-51
8.15 Printing the date/time or page number on copies (Stamp/Composition functions) ............... 8-52
8.15.1 Printing the date/time ("Date/Time" function).................................................................................. 8-53
8.15.2 Printing the page number ("Page Number" function) ...................................................................... 8-56
8.15.3 Printing previously registered stamps ("Stamp" function)............................................................... 8-60
8.15.4 Printing copy protection text ("Copy Protect" function).................................................................. 8-63

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8.15.5 Printing repeating stamps ("Stamp Repeat" function) .................................................................... 8-69
8.15.6 Printing the image scanned first overlapped by the remaining original pages
("Overlay" function) 8-75
8.15.7 Saving a scanned image as a registered overlay ("Registered Overlay" function) ......................... 8-77
8.15.8 Using a registered overlay ("Registered Overlay" function) ............................................................ 8-81
8.15.9 Printing a header/footer ("Header/Footer" function) ....................................................................... 8-83
8.15.10 Printing the distribution control number ("Distribution Control Number" function)......................... 8-85
8.15.11 Printing the watermark onto copies ("Watermark" function)........................................................... 8-87
8.16 Saving the scanned original in a user box ("Save in User Box" function)................................ 8-89
9 Replacing toner cartridges and staple cartridges and emptying punch scrap box
9.1 Replacing the toner cartridge ........................................................................................................ 9-3
9.2 Replacing the staple cartridge....................................................................................................... 9-8
9.2.1 To replace the staple cartridge for finisher FS-523......................................................................... 9-11
9.2.2 To replace the staple cartridge for finisher FS-522......................................................................... 9-14
9.2.3 To replace the staple cartridge for saddle stitcher SD-507 ............................................................ 9-17
9.3 Emptying punch scrap boxes....................................................................................................... 9-19
9.3.1 To empty the punch scrap box of FS-523 ...................................................................................... 9-20
9.3.2 To empty the punch scrap box of PU-501...................................................................................... 9-22
10 Care of the machine
10.1 Cleaning ......................................................................................................................................... 10-3
10.1.1 Cleaning the left partition glass....................................................................................................... 10-3
10.1.2 Cleaning the original glass .............................................................................................................. 10-3
10.1.3 Cleaning the document pad............................................................................................................ 10-3
10.1.4 Cleaning the paper take-up roller.................................................................................................... 10-4
10.1.5 Cleaning the writing unit glass and the electrode wires.................................................................. 10-4
10.1.6 Cleaning the main unit..................................................................................................................... 10-5
10.1.7 Cleaning the control panel .............................................................................................................. 10-5
10.2 Viewing counters (Meter Count) .................................................................................................. 10-6
10.3 When the message "It is time for the scheduled inspection of the device." appears............ 10-7
11 Managing jobs
11.1 Overview of Job List screen......................................................................................................... 11-3
11.1.1 Jobs................................................................................................................................................. 11-3
11.1.2 Multi-job feature .............................................................................................................................. 11-3
11.1.3 Job List screens .............................................................................................................................. 11-4
11.1.4 Left panel Job List........................................................................................................................... 11-7
11.2 Performing operations on jobs .................................................................................................... 11-8
11.2.1 Deleting a job .................................................................................................................................. 11-8
11.2.2 Checking job settings.................................................................................................................... 11-10
11.2.3 Checking job details...................................................................................................................... 11-11
11.2.4 Displaying the Current Jobs list (stored jobs and active jobs) ...................................................... 11-13
11.2.5 Displaying the Job History list....................................................................................................... 11-14
11.2.6 Printing a proof copy of a stored job ............................................................................................ 11-15
11.2.7 Printing a stored job ...................................................................................................................... 11-16
11.2.8 Increasing printing priority............................................................................................................. 11-18
12 Utility mode
12.1 Overview of Utility mode parameters .......................................................................................... 12-3
12.2 Registering a destination.............................................................................................................. 12-8
12.2.1 Create One-Touch Destination........................................................................................................ 12-8
12.2.2 Create User Box.............................................................................................................................. 12-8

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12.2.3 Limiting Access to Destinations ...................................................................................................... 12-9
12.2.4 Displaying the destination registration screen............................................................................... 12-16
12.3 Specifying user settings.............................................................................................................. 12-18
12.3.1 System Settings............................................................................................................................. 12-18
12.3.2 Custom Display Settings ............................................................................................................... 12-21
12.3.3 Copier Settings .............................................................................................................................. 12-23
12.3.4 Scan/Fax Settings ......................................................................................................................... 12-26
12.3.5 Printer Settings .............................................................................................................................. 12-26
12.3.6 Change Password ......................................................................................................................... 12-26
12.3.7 Change E-Mail Address................................................................................................................. 12-26
12.3.8 Change Icon .................................................................................................................................. 12-26
12.3.9 Displaying the User Settings screen.............................................................................................. 12-27
12.4 Specifying administrator settings .............................................................................................. 12-28
12.4.1 System Settings............................................................................................................................. 12-28
12.4.2 Administrator/Machine Settings .................................................................................................... 12-33
12.4.3 One-Touch/User Box Registration ................................................................................................ 12-33
12.4.4 User Authentication/Account Track............................................................................................... 12-33
12.4.5 Network Settings ........................................................................................................................... 12-36
12.4.6 Copier Setting................................................................................................................................ 12-36
12.4.7 Printer Settings .............................................................................................................................. 12-37
12.4.8 Fax Settings................................................................................................................................... 12-37
12.4.9 System Connection ....................................................................................................................... 12-37
12.4.10 Security Settings............................................................................................................................ 12-38
12.4.11 License Settings ............................................................................................................................ 12-41
12.4.12 Displaying the Administrator Settings screen................................................................................ 12-42
12.5 Overview of weekly timer settings ............................................................................................. 12-44
12.6 Finisher Adjustment .................................................................................................................... 12-45
12.6.1 Half-Fold Position .......................................................................................................................... 12-45
12.6.2 Center Staple Position Adjustment ............................................................................................... 12-47
12.6.3 Punch Horizontal Position Adjustment .......................................................................................... 12-49
12.6.4 Punch Regist Loop Size Adjustment ............................................................................................. 12-51
12.7 Header/Footer Settings............................................................................................................... 12-53
12.7.1 Specifying headers/footers............................................................................................................ 12-53
12.7.2 Editing headers/footers ................................................................................................................. 12-55
12.8 Authentication Method................................................................................................................ 12-56
12.8.1 User authentication and account track ......................................................................................... 12-56
12.8.2 When user authentication and account track are synchronized ................................................... 12-57
12.8.3 When user authentication and account track are used separately ............................................... 12-58
12.8.4 Selecting an authentication method .............................................................................................. 12-59
12.9 User Authentication Setting........................................................................................................ 12-62
12.9.1 Administrative Settings – List ........................................................................................................ 12-62
12.9.2 Default Function Permission.......................................................................................................... 12-63
12.9.3 Public User Access........................................................................................................................ 12-64
12.9.4 User Registration ........................................................................................................................... 12-65
12.9.5 User Counter ................................................................................................................................. 12-68
12.9.6 Viewing user counters ................................................................................................................... 12-69
12.10 Account Track Setting................................................................................................................. 12-70
12.10.1 Account Track Registration ........................................................................................................... 12-70
12.10.2 Account Track Counter.................................................................................................................. 12-73
12.10.3 Viewing account counters ............................................................................................................. 12-74
12.11 Password Rules ........................................................................................................................... 12-75
12.12 Enhanced Security Mode ............................................................................................................ 12-77

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13 Authentication unit (Biometric type AU-101)
13.1 Safety information ......................................................................................................................... 13-3
13.2 Product features............................................................................................................................ 13-5
13.3 Device description......................................................................................................................... 13-5
13.4 Using Authentication unit (Biometric type) AU-101 ................................................................... 13-6
13.4.1 Multifunctional product settings...................................................................................................... 13-6
13.4.2 Registering users........................................................................................................................... 13-10
13.4.3 Logging on to a multifunctional product ....................................................................................... 13-23
13.4.4 ID & Print function ......................................................................................................................... 13-25
13.5 Care of Authentication unit (Biometric type) AU-101............................................................... 13-36
13.6 Specifications .............................................................................................................................. 13-37
13.7 Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................... 13-38
14 Authentication unit (IC Card Type AU-201)
14.1 Safety Information......................................................................................................................... 14-3
14.2 Product features............................................................................................................................ 14-5
14.3 Device description......................................................................................................................... 14-5
14.4 Using Authentication unit (IC card type) AU-201........................................................................ 14-6
14.4.1 Multifunctional product settings...................................................................................................... 14-6
14.4.2 Registering users........................................................................................................................... 14-11
14.4.3 Logging on to a multifunctional product ....................................................................................... 14-24
14.4.4 ID & Print function ......................................................................................................................... 14-26
14.5 Care of Authentication unit (IC Card type) AU-201 .................................................................. 14-37
14.6 Specifications .............................................................................................................................. 14-37
14.7 Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................... 14-38
15 Appendix
15.1 Entering text................................................................................................................................... 15-3
15.1.1 Enlarging the keyboard ................................................................................................................... 15-5
15.1.2 To type text ..................................................................................................................................... 15-6
15.2 Glossary ......................................................................................................................................... 15-7
16 Index

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1Introduction

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1 Introduction
Thank you for choosing this machine.
This manual contains details on the operation of the various functions of the machine, precautions on its use,
and basic troubleshooting procedures. In order to ensure that this machine is used correctly and efficiently,
carefully read this manual as needed.
For descriptions on trademarks and copyrights, refer to Quick Guide – Copy/Print/Fax/Scan/Box Operations.
The illustrations used in this manual may appear slightly different from views of the actual equipment.
1.1 Available features
Automatically selecting the paper
The most appropriate paper size can automatically be selected based on the size of the loaded original and
the specified zoom ratio.
For details, refer to "Automatically selecting the paper size ("Auto" paper setting)" on page 3-35.
Adjusting copies to the size of the paper
The most appropriate zoom ratio can automatically be selected based on the size of the loaded original and
the specified paper size.
For details, refer to "Automatically selecting the zoom ratio ("Auto" zoom setting)" on page 3-38.
Specifying separate horizontal and vertical zoom ratios
By specifying separate horizontal and vertical zoom ratios, copies of the original can be resized as desired.
For details, refer to "Typing in separate X and Y zoom ratios (Individual zoom settings)" on page 3-44.
Scanning the original in separate batches
An original with a large number of pages can be divided and scanned in separate batches. Double-sided
copies can be produced by using the original glass or the original pages can be alternately loaded onto the
original glass or into the ADF, and then all pages can be copied together as a single job.
For details, refer to "Scanning the original in separate batches ("Separate Scan" setting)" on page 3-11 and
"Scanning a multi-page original from the original glass" on page 3-15.
Center binding and folding in half
Copies can be folded at their center ("Half-Fold" setting) or bound with staples ("Center Staple & Fold"
setting).
For details, refer to "Selecting a folding setting" on page 3-75.
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Sorting copies
The finishing method for copies can be selected.
For details, refer to "Separating copies by sets ("Sort" setting)" on page 3-66, "Separating copies by pages
("Group" setting)" on page 3-67.
Stapling copies
Multi-page originals can be copied and stapled together.
For details, refer to "Stapling copies (Staple settings)" on page 3-69.
Punching holes in copies
Holes for filing can be punched in the copies.
For details, refer to "Punching holes in copies (Punch settings)" on page 3-72.
Copying multiple original pages onto a single page
Multiple pages of the original can be printed together on a single page.
For details, refer to "Copying multiple original pages onto a single page (Combined copy settings)" on
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Copying an original containing various page sizes
An original with various page sizes can be scanned and copied together.
For details, refer to "Copying originals of mixed sizes ("Mixed Original" setting)" on page 3-21.
Adjusting copies according to the image quality of the original
The copies can be adjusted according to the image quality of the original.
For details, refer to "Loading originals with small print or photos (Original type settings)" on page 3-58 or
"Adjusting the print density (Density settings)" on page 3-60.
Inserting paper between copies of OHP
In order to prevent OHP from becoming stuck to each other, a page (interleaf) can be inserted between the
transparency copies.
For details, refer to "Inserting paper between OHP transparencies ("OHP Interleave" function)" on page 8-3.
Adding a cover page
Cover pages can be added to copies, or copies can be made using different paper (for example, colored
paper) for only the cover pages.
For details, refer to "Adding cover pages ("Cover Sheet" function)" on page 8-6.
Inserting different paper into copies
Different paper (such as colored paper) can be inserted for specified pages in the copies.
For details, refer to "Inserting different paper into copies ("Insert Sheet" function)" on page 8-9.

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Inserting pages from a different original at specified locations in a copy
An original scanned later can be inserted for specified pages in an original scanned earlier for copying.
For details, refer to "Inserting copies of a different original for a specified page ("Insert Image" function)" on
page 8-13.
Printing double-sided copies with the specified page on the front side
Double-sided copies can be printed with the specified pages on the front side.
For details, refer to "Specifying pages to be printed on the front side ("Chapters" function)" on page 8-16.
Copying with reversed colors
An original can be copied with the light- and dark-colored areas of the original image inversed.
For details, refer to "Reversing black-and-white gradation of the original" on page 8-25.
Separately copying a page spread
A page spread, such as in an open book or catalog, can be copied onto separate pages.
For details, refer to "Producing separate copies of each page in a page spread ("Book Copy" function)" on
page 8-26.

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Repeating copy images
An original image can be repeatedly printed on a single sheet of paper.
For details, refer to "Tiling copy images ("Image Repeat" function)" on page 8-31.
Splitting an original page into two copies
A single original page can be divided in two and each half can be printed on separate copies.
For details, refer to "Dividing spread image into right and left pages using ADF ("Page Separation" function)"
on page 8-35.
Making copies for filing
Copies can be printed with a filing margin so they can easily be stored in filing binders.
For details, refer to "Adding a binding margin to copies ("Page Margin" function)" on page 8-38.
Adjusting the image to fit the paper size
When the copy paper is larger than the original, copies can be printed so that the original image fills the paper.
For details, refer to "Adjusting the image to fit the paper ("Image Adjust" settings)" on page 8-41.
Copying with the page layout of a magazine
Copies can be made with the pages arranged in a layout for center binding, such as for a magazine.
For details, refer to "Copying with the page layout of a booklet ("Booklet" function)" on page 8-43.

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Erasing sections of copies
Areas, such as the shadows of punched holes, bindings/edges of books, and transmission information in
received faxes, can be erased in copies.
For details, refer to "Erasing black marks along borders ("Erase" function)" on page 8-47.
Printing a sample copy
Before printing a large number of copies, a single sample copy can be printed so that it can be checked.
For details, refer to "Printing a proof to check the settings (Proof Copy)" on page 4-7.
Printing date/time or page number on copies
The date/time, page number or copy protection text (hidden text that prevents improper copying) can be
printed on copies, or each copy set can be printed with distribution numbers.
For details, refer to "Printing the date/time or page number on copies (Stamp/Composition functions)" on
page 8-52.
Managing jobs
The print status of copy jobs can be checked and the jobs can be managed.
For details, refer to "Managing jobs" on page 11-3.
Programming copy settings
Frequently used copy settings can be programmed and recalled to be used with other copy jobs.
For details, refer to "Registering copy programs (Mode Memory)" on page 4-17.
Checking the copy settings
Screens showing the current copy settings can be displayed. From these screens, the copy settings can also
be changed.
For details, refer to "Checking the copy settings (Check job)" on page 4-3.
Enlarging the size of text in touch panel screens
The text and buttons in the touch panel can be displayed in a larger size that is easier to read, allowing basic
operations to be easily performed.
For details, refer to the User manual – Enlarge Display Operations.
Displaying explanations of functions and settings
The name and function of parts and details of functions and settings appears in the Help screens.
For details, refer to "Displaying function descriptions (Help)" on page 4-23.
Interrupting a copy job
The copy job being printed can be interrupted in order for a different copy job to be printed.
For details, refer to "Interrupting a copy job (Interrupt mode)" on page 4-16.

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1.2 Explanation of manual conventions
The marks and text formats used in this manual are described below.
Safety advices
6 DANGER
Failure to observe instructions highlighted in this manner may result in fatal or critical injuries in fact
of electrical power.
%Observe all dangers in order to prevent injuries.
7 WARNING
Failure to observe instructions highlighted in this manner may result in serious injuries or property
damage.
%Observe all warnings in order to prevent injuries and to ensure safe use of the machine.
7 CAUTION
Failure to observe instructions highlighted in this manner may result in slight injuries or property
damage.
%Observe all cautions in order to prevent injuries and to ensure safe use of the machine.
Sequence of action
1The number 1 as formatted here indicates the first step of a
sequence of actions.
2Subsequent numbers as formatted here indicate subsequent
steps of a sequence of actions.
?Text formatted in this style provides additional assistance.
%Text formatted in this style describes the action that will
ensure the desired results are achieved.
Tips
2
Note
Text highlighted in this manner contains useful information and tips to ensure safe use of the machine.
2
Reminder
Text highlighted in this manner contains information that should be reminded.
!
Detail
Text highlighted in this manner contains references for more detailed information.
Special text markings
[Stop] key
The names of keys on the control panel are written as shown above.
MACHINE SETTING
Display texts are written as shown above.
An illustration inserted
here shows what operations
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Note
The machine illustrations shown in this manual can vary and depend on the machine configuration.
1.3 Descriptions of originals and paper
The descriptions used in this manual for originals and paper are explained below.
Whenever original and paper dimensions are mentioned in this
manual, the value shown as Y in the illustration refers to the width,
and the value shown as X refers to the length.
Lengthwise (w)
If the width (Y) of the paper is shorter than the length (X), the paper
has a vertical or portrait orientation, indicated by w.
Crosswise (v)
If the width (Y) of the paper is longer than the length (X), the paper
has a horizontal or landscape orientation, indicated by v.