Panasonic DP-1510P User manual

DP-2010E
with Options
DP-1810P
with Options
Digital Imaging Systems
Before operating this equipment, please read these instructions completely and keep these operating
instructions for future reference.
Getting To KnowYour
Machine
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Before StartingMaking CopiesOptionsOthers
Model No. DP-1510P/1810P/2010E
Operating Instructions
(For Copier)
English

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
When requesting information, supplies or service always refer to the model and serial number of your
machine.The model and serial number plate (Main Name Plate) is located on the rear side of machine.
For your convenience, space is provided below to record information you may need in the future.
Model No.
Serial No.
Date of Purchase
Dealer
Address
Telephone Number
()
Supplies Telephone Number
()
Service Telephone Number
()
Model and Serial Number
Copyright 2002 by Matsushita Graphic Communication Systems, Inc.
All rights reserved. Unauthorised copying and distribution is a violation of law. Printed in Japan.
The contents of these Operating Instructions are subject to change without notice.
(Digital copier with ADF option)

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Operation Chart
Common Features and Usage
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■Basic Operation
Original
1
Place the
Original
2
Original Size
(Reduction/
Enlargement
Only)
3
Copy Size
(Reduction/
Enlargement
Only)
4
Number
of Copies
5
Press
START
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■■
■Position of the Original
Load Paper
Turn the Power
Switch On
CPlace originals face down on the
platen or face up on the ADF.
CIf the original is not positioned
properly, a portion of the original
may not be copied.
CFor originals smaller than A5 size,
position the original within the area
of A5 and select A5.
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■■
■Commonly Used Functions and Operating Procedures
Full Size
Makes a copy that is the same
size as the original 145
Reduction or Enlargement
Copies the original at a fixed
reduction or enlargement ratio 13425
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■■
■Memory Capacity
When the memory becomes full during original scanning, the message “OUT OF MEMORY”
“CONTINUE? 1:YES 2: NO” will be displayed in the message display. In this case, follow the
operating instruction in the message display.
When additional memory is required, consult with an authorised servicing dealer.
(See page 12)
(See page 13)
Getting To KnowYour
Machine
A5
A5
A4
A4 B4FLS A3
A3
B4
FLS2
FLS1
A5
A4
A5
A5
A5 R
A4 R
FLS·B4
A3
A4
Original Guide
Original Guides
Adjust to the original’s width
ADF Tray
From PlatenFrom ADF (or i-ADF)

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Energy Star
As an ENERGY STAR®Partner, Panasonic has determined that this product meets the
ENERGY STAR®guidelines for energy efficiency.
This voluntary program specifies certain energy consumption and usage standards. This
product will automatically “power down”after a specified period of non-use.The use of this
ENERGY STAR®compliant product will reduce energy consumption and ultimately benefit the
environment.
The default functions can be adjusted depending on your office requirements.
Please ask your authorised Panasonic dealer for more details.

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Table of Contents
Getting To Know Your Machine
Operation Chart .............................................................................................................................. 3
■Common Features and Usage ..............................................................3
Before Starting
Precautions ..................................................................................................................................... 7
Control Panel ................................................................................................................................10
Making Copies
Basic Copy .................................................................................................................................... 12
■Full Size Copying ................................................................................ 12
■Reduction or Enlargement Copying .................................................... 13
■Zoom Copying .................................................................................... 14
■Using the Sheet Bypass ..................................................................... 15
Creative Features ......................................................................................................................... 16
■2 in 1 Copy ......................................................................................... 16
■2 Page Copy .......................................................................................17
■Book/Edge/Margin ..............................................................................18
■2-Sided/1-Sided Copy......................................................................... 19
■1 \2/2 \1/2 \2 Copy.................................................................... 20
■Book \2 Copy ..................................................................................21
■Job Memory ....................................................................................... 22
■Sort Copy ........................................................................................... 23
Other Features .............................................................................................................................. 24
■Energy Saver/Interrupt Mode..............................................................24
■Skyshot Mode.....................................................................................25
Combined FunctionTable ............................................................................................................ 27
Function ........................................................................................................................................ 28
■Checking the Copier’s Total Counter ................................................... 28
■General Functions .............................................................................. 29
■Copier Settings ................................................................................... 30
■General Functions for Key Operator ...................................................31
■Copier Settings for Key Operator ........................................................32
■Function Setting..................................................................................33
■Function Setting for Key Operator ....................................................... 34
■For Your Safety ..................................................................................... 7
■Handling ...............................................................................................8
■Toner and Paper ...................................................................................8
■Ventilation .............................................................................................8
■Installation ............................................................................................9
Table of Contents
Energy Star ..................................................................................................................................... 4

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Table of Contents
Options
Accessories .................................................................................................................................. 39
■Components .......................................................................................39
■Automatic Document Feeder ..............................................................40
Problem Solving
Problem Solving ........................................................................................................................... 42
■Adding Paper (J) ............................................................................... 42
■Adding the Toner and Replacing Waste Toner Container (?) ............. 43
■Removing a Misfed Paper...................................................................45
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................... 52
■Before Calling Service ........................................................................52
■User Error Codes (U Code) ................................................................54
Others
Specifications ............................................................................................................................... 55
Options and Supplies................................................................................................................... 57

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Precautions
For Your Safety
■■
■■
■Laser Safety
LASER SAFETY
This unit employs a laser. Only qualified service personnel should
attempt to service this device due to possible eye injury.
CAUTION:
USE OF CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE
PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY
RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
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■■
■Caution Label
Before Starting
(Digital copier with ADF option)

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Precautions
Handling
■Do not look directly at the exposure lamp when
copying.
■Do not turn the power switch Off or open the front
panel during copying.
CDo not drop paper clips or other metal objects into
the copier.
Toner and Paper
■Store toner, drum and paper in cool areas with low
humidity.
CUse high quality 60 - 90 g/m2(Sheet Bypass:
56 - 128 g/m2) paper.
CFor optimum performance, it is recommended that
only Panasonic Brand supplies are used in the
copier.
Ventilation
■The copier should not be installed in areas with the
following conditions:
CExtremely high or low temperature and humidity.
Ambient conditions
Temperature: 10 –35°C
Relative humidity: 45 –80%
CWhere temperature and humidity can change
rapidly, causing condensation.
CDirect exposure to sunlight.
CDirectly in the air conditioning flow.
CIn areas of high dust concentration.
CIn areas of poor ventilation.
CIn areas with chemical fume concentration.
CIn areas with extreme vibration.
CWith unstable or uneven conditions (floors, etc.).
■The copier should be installed in a well-ventilated
area to minimise the ozone density in the air.

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Installation
Precautions
Before Starting
■The maximum power consumption is 1.2 kW.
A properly wired (grounded), dedicated, 6A, 220-240 V AC outlet is required.
Do not use an extension cord.
The power cord on this equipment must be used to disconnect the main power.
Please ensure that the socket outlet is installed near the equipment and is easily accessible.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Caution Note: Disconnect from the mains supply before removing covers.
The mains plug on this equipment must be used to disconnect mains power. Please ensure that the
socket outlet is installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience.
A 13 amp fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 13
amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362
Check for the ASTA mark 7or the BSI mark 6on the body of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is
replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local Panasonic Dealer.
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR OFFICE
THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY.
THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED
INTO ANY 13 AMP SOCKET.
If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as shown below.
If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
IMPORTANT: The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Green and Yellow: Earth
Blue : Neutral
Brown : Live
As the colours of the wires in the main lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured GREEN-AND-YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the plug which
is marked by letter E or by the safety Earth symbol “L” or coloured GREEN or GREEN-AND-YELLOW.
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked
with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal in
the plug which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
How to replace the fuse.
Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver and replace the fuse.
For U.K.
N

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No Contents Refer to
#2 in 1 Key
CFrom two 1-sided originals, side by side, to 1-sided copies. Page 16
$
2 Page Copy Key
CCopying two facing pages on a A3 size original on two separate A4 size
sheets. Page 17
%Sort Key
CWhen using Electric Sorting Mode. Optional memory is required. Page 23
&MARGIN Key CShifts the image to the right or left. Page 18
(EDGE Key CCreates a blank edge. Page 18
)BOOK Key CEliminates dark inner binding shadows. Page 18
*
Photo;Text/Photo;Text Keys
CSelect the type of original(s) for image density adjustment.
PHOTO : Originals are mainly composed of photo.
TEXT/PHOTO: Combined originals with text and photo.
TEXT : Originals are mainly composed of text.
Page 12
+Exposure Keys (DARKER, LIGHTER) Page 12
.
FUNCTION Key
CUse when changing the paper size, initial values for functions (default
values) and key operator settings. Pages 28 –37
-SET Key CSet the present selection. ——
Control Panel
NOTE
CThe Control Panel displayed above shows only copier functions. Please refer to the
appropriate operating instructions for other control panel functions or in the Panasonic
Document Management System CD-ROM for the Printer control panel functions.
CThe illustration above shows the DP-2010E control panel.
/CLEAR Key CClears the copy count in the display. ——
0ENERGY-SAVER Key
CCan save power while the copier is not in use. Page 24
1RESET Key CResets all features to the initial power-on state. ——
(For DP-2010E only)

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For DP-1510P/1810P
Control Panel
LCD Display
Warning Indications
JAdd Paper
?Add Toner
IMisfeed
2Call Service
No Contents Refer to
2STOP Key CStops the copy run. ——
3START Key CUsed to start an operation. ——
4
INTERRUPT Key, MEMORY IN Key, M1/M2 Keys
CInterrupt Key interrupts other copy or print jobs while making copies.
CMemory In Key registers two copy jobs for recall at a later time.
C M1/M2 Keys are used to store a Job in Memory or to recall a Job stores in Memory.
Pages 22, 24
5Cursor Keys CC
CC
CSelect copy ratio and function modes using (Gor F). ——
6PAPER TRAY Key CC
CC
CUsed to select the paper tray manually. ——
7COPY SIZE Key
C Used to select Reduction/Enlargement only. For additional details, see page 13.
——
8ORIGINAL SIZE Key
C Used to select the original size manually. For additional details, see page 13.
——
9PRINT Key CC
CC
CWhen selecting the Printer ON/OFF Line. ——
NOTE
CThe Control Panel displayed above shows only copier functions. Please refer
to the appropriate operating instructions for other control panel functions or in
the Panasonic Document Management System CD-ROM for the Printer
control panel functions.
Before Starting
:2-Sided/1-Sided Copy Key
CUsed to select 1 \2, 2 \2 and 2 \1, Book \2 copying ——

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Basic Copy
Full Size Copying
■■
■■
■Copying the Same Size Originals (1:1)
Copy size is automatically selected.
1
Place the Original LCD Display (Sample)
ORIGINAL SIZE Key
Select the Original Size on units
without the ADF/i-ADF Option.
NOTE
CLEAR Key 2
Number of Copies*
Up to 999
3
Press START**
#Select the Original Type
PHOTO :Originals are mainly composed of photo.
TEXT/PHOTO: Combined originals with text and photo.
TEXT :Originals are mainly composed of text.
$Select Exposure Control
Press the DARKER/LIGHTER keys to adjust the exposure.
■■
■■
■Manually Selecting Exposure Control or Original Type
∗Use Clear key when cancelling the copy count.
∗∗ While the copier is warming up, you may position your original on the copier, enter
your copy job selections and press the Start key. The COPY JOB RESERVED
indicator displays until the warm up cycle is completed and the copy job is
automatically started.
READY TO COPY
COPIES:001

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■■
■Copying with Preset Ratios
Basic Copy
100 87 71 50
115 100 82 58
141 122 100 71
200 173 141 100
Reduction or Enlargement Copying
RESET
Making Copies
1
Place the
Original
2
Select the
ORIGINAL SIZE
3
Select the COPY
SIZE
4
Number of
Copies
CIf the desired copy size is different from the paper size loaded in the paper
tray, use the sheet bypass. (See page 15)
CPress the RESET key to cancel all job settings.
5
Press
START
Example: Reduction
Original size Copy size
A3 A4
The correct ratio is automatically selected.
Reduction and enlargement ratios (%)
Original
Size
Copy Size
A3 B4 A4 A5
A3
B4
A4
A5
CWhen changing the paper tray, press the
Paper Tray key.
NOTE
A3 ->A4 B [A4 B ]
ZOOM: 71% COPIES:001

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NOTE
ATTENTION
■■
■■
■Zoom
Copies with variable zoom ratios from 50 % to 200 % in 1 % increments. RESET
Zoom Copying
Basic Copy
(Example: 125 % Zoom)
1
Place the
Original
2Press Cursor (Gor F)
keys to select Zoom Ratio
4
Number
of Copies
5
Press
START
CWhen changing the paper size after setting the zoom ratio, please use the paper tray
key.
CPress the RESET key to cancel all job settings.
3
Select ORIGINAL
SIZE
(without using
ADF/i-ADF)
A4 ->A4 B [A4 B ]
ZOOM:125% COPIES:001
B

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NOTE
ATTENTION
Sheet
Bypass
#Place the sheets of paper into
the tray. (approximately up to
50 A4 size sheets 80 /gg
gg
gm2)
Basic Copy
Using the Sheet Bypass
■■
■■
■Copying on Special Paper, etc.
1Place the original.
Open the sheet bypass.
2Pull out the sheet bypass tray
until it stops.
(For A3 size only)
3
Insert the paper until it stops.
$Adjust the side guides.
Incorrect adjustment may cause the
paper to wrinkle, misfeed or skew.
Press START.
Side Guides
CAdjust the side guides properly to avoid skewing, wrinkling or misfeeding.
CDo not feed curled paper through the sheet bypass to avoid misfeed.
Do not fill above.
Making Copies

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2 in 1 Copy
■2 in 1 Copy
From two 1-Sided originals, side by side, to 1-Sided pages.
Creative Features
1 \2 (Layout)*
2 \1 (Layout)*
Portrait (Orientation)*
Landscape (Orientation)*
1 \2 (Layout)*
2 \1 (Layout)*
4
Number of
Copies
■■
■■
■Procedure
ADF/i-ADF
Face-Up
1
Place the
Originals
2
Press 2
in 1key
(3)
COPY SIZE
(Reduction/
Enlargement
Only)
5
Press
START
CThe ADF/i-ADF is required for 2 in 1 copy.
CPress the RESET key to cancel all job settings.
CNumbers in parenthesis “( ) ”represent that, an additional step is required to
activate the feature.
∗The Orientation and Layout can be set in the Copier Settings function mode.
(See page 30)
NOTE

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NOTE
CTo reset all job settings, press the RESET key.
3
ORIGINAL SIZE
(A4 or A3 size Only)
4
Number of
Copies
5
Press
START
Platen A3 size original
A4
Book Mark
■2 PAGE Copy
Copying two facing pages on a A3 size original on two separate A4 size sheets.
■■
■■
■Procedure
1
Place the
Originals
2
Press the 2
PAGE COPY
key
2 PAGE COPY
Creative Features
Making Copies
Centre book
by length
and width
according
to centre
marks.

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NOTE
BOOK/EDGE/MARGIN
Creative Features
■BOOK Key
Eliminates dark inner binding shadows when copying from a book.
■EDGE Key
Creates a blank edge.
■MARGIN Key
Shifts the image to the right or left.
■■
■■
■Procedure
∗Initial setting (Factory setting) can be changed in the Copier Settings function mode.
(See page 30)
∗∗ If a part of the copied image is missing when using the Margin mode, change the
Frame Reduction setting to ON.
(See page 30)
CPress the RESET key to cancel all job settings.
Book
∗Initial Book Margin setting (Factory setting): 20 mm
∗Initial Equal Rate setting (Factory setting): 5 mm
∗Initial Left Margin setting (Factory setting): 10 mm
Edge
Margin**
1
Place the
Original
2
Press BOOK, EDGE
or MARGIN key
5
Press
START
4
Number
of Copies
BOOK MARGIN
CENTER VOID = 20mm ∨∧
EQUAL RATE
VOID MARGIN = 5mm ∧
LEFT MARGIN
10mm ∨∧
3
Press Cursor (Gor F) keys to adjust
the void width while the button is
blinking. (approx. 5 sec.)
CVoid/Margin width: 5-99 mm

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2-Sided/1-Sided Copy (For DP-2010E)
Creative Features
■■
■■
■Key Operation
Press 2-Sided/1-Sided Copy key (circulation) to select a 2-Sided/1-Sided Copy function.
1 \2 From 1-Sided originals to 2-Sided
copies. (See page 20)
2 \2 From 2-Sided originals to 2-Sided
copies. (See page 20)
Book \2 From book originals to 2-Sided copies. (See page 21)
2 \1 From 2-Sided originals to 1-Sided
copies. (See page 20)
NOTE
2-Sided/1-Sided Copy key
C2-Sided originals may be handled either manually or automatically using the
i-ADF (DA-AR201).
C2-Sided/1-Sided Copy function is only available for DP-2010E.
Making Copies

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1 \\
\\
\2 / 2 \\
\\
\1 / 2 \\
\\
\2 Copy (For DP-2010E)
■1 \\
\\
\2 Copy
From 1-Sided originals to
2-Sided copies.
(From Copier Platen & i-ADF/
ADF)
■2 \\
\\
\1 Copy
From 2-Sided originals to
1-Sided copies.
(Using i-ADF)
Creative Features
NOTE
■2 \\
\\
\2 Copy
From 2-Sided originals to
2-Sided copies.
(Using i-ADF)
Long Edge (Binding)*Long Edge (Binding)*Long Edge (Binding)
Short Edge (Binding)*Short Edge (Binding)*Short Edge (Binding)
■■
■■
■Procedure
i-ADF
Face-Up
1
Place the
Originals
2
Press 2-Sided/
1-Sided Copy key
(circulation) to
select 1 \2, 2 \2
or 2 \1
Number of
Copies
(3)
COPY SIZE
(Reduction/
Enlargement Only)
45
Press
START
CTo reset each selection, press the RESET key.
∗The initial setting of binding location for 1 \2 Copy and 2 \1 Copy (Long edge or
Short edge) can be set in function mode. (See page 30)
C1 \2, 2 \2, 2 \1 Copy function is only available for DP-2010E.
(When selecting 1 \2 Copy or 2 \1 Copy)
BINDING:LONG EDGE
PRESS < > TO SELECT
Press the Ior Hkey to select
the binding location.