Ricoh Aficio MP C2030 User manual

Placing Originals
Copying
Colour Copying
Copier Features
Appendix
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Read this manual carefully before you use this machine and keep it handy for future reference. For safe and correct use, be sure to read the Safety Information
in "About This Machine" before using the machine.
Operating Instructions
Copy Reference

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Manuals for This Machine.................................................................................................................................4
Notice..................................................................................................................................................................6
Important.........................................................................................................................................................6
Available Colour Functions................................................................................................................................7
Colour Copying..............................................................................................................................................7
Adjusting Colours...........................................................................................................................................8
Adjusting Image Qualities.............................................................................................................................9
How to Read This Manual...............................................................................................................................11
Symbols........................................................................................................................................................11
Name of Major Option...............................................................................................................................11
Notes............................................................................................................................................................11
Laws and Regulations......................................................................................................................................13
Legal Prohibition..........................................................................................................................................13
Functions Requiring Optional Configurations................................................................................................14
Display..............................................................................................................................................................15
Reading the Display and Using Keys.........................................................................................................15
1. Placing Originals
Originals...........................................................................................................................................................17
Sizes and Weights of Recommended Originals.......................................................................................17
Sizes Detectable with Auto Paper Select...................................................................................................18
Missing Image Area....................................................................................................................................21
Placing Originals..............................................................................................................................................22
Original Orientation....................................................................................................................................22
Placing Originals on the Exposure Glass...................................................................................................22
Placing Originals in the ADF.......................................................................................................................23
Specifying Original Sizes............................................................................................................................25
2. Copying
Basic Procedure................................................................................................................................................29
Copying from the Bypass Tray........................................................................................................................31
Copying onto Regular Size Paper..............................................................................................................33
Copying onto Custom Size Paper..............................................................................................................33
Copying onto OHP Transparencies or Thin Paper....................................................................................34
Copying onto Thick Paper...........................................................................................................................35
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Copying onto Envelopes.............................................................................................................................36
Reducing or Enlarging Originals.....................................................................................................................40
Preset Reduce/Enlarge...............................................................................................................................40
Zoom.............................................................................................................................................................42
Auto Reduce/Enlarge.................................................................................................................................44
Duplex Copying...............................................................................................................................................47
Combined Copying.........................................................................................................................................51
One-Sided Combine...................................................................................................................................51
Two-Sided Combine....................................................................................................................................55
Series Copies....................................................................................................................................................58
Finishing............................................................................................................................................................61
Sort................................................................................................................................................................61
Adjusting Copy Image Density........................................................................................................................64
Selecting the Original Type.............................................................................................................................65
Selecting Copy Paper......................................................................................................................................66
Auto Paper Select........................................................................................................................................67
Manual Paper Select...................................................................................................................................68
3. Colour Copying
Colour Functions...............................................................................................................................................69
Selecting a Colour Mode............................................................................................................................69
Adjusting Colour and Image Quality.............................................................................................................70
Colour Balance............................................................................................................................................70
Colour Balance Program.............................................................................................................................71
Colour Adjustment.......................................................................................................................................75
Image Adjustment........................................................................................................................................76
4. Copier Features
Accessing User Tools.......................................................................................................................................81
Changing Default Settings...........................................................................................................................81
Quitting User Tools......................................................................................................................................82
User Tools Menu..............................................................................................................................................83
5. Appendix
Function Compatibility.....................................................................................................................................87
Trademarks.......................................................................................................................................................88
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INDEX.............................................................................................................................................................89
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Manuals for This Machine
Read this manual carefully before you use this machine.
Refer to the manuals that are relevant to what you want to do with the machine.
• Media differ according to manual.
•The printed and electronic versions of a manual have the same contents.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader/Adobe Reader must be installed in order to view the manuals as PDF files.
• A Web browser must be installed in order to view the html manuals.
About This Machine
Before using the machine, be sure to read the section of this manual entitled Safety Information.
This manual introduces the machine's various functions. It also explains the control panel, preparation
procedures for using the machine, how to enter text, how to install the CD-ROMs provided, and how
to replace paper, toner, and other consumables.
Troubleshooting
Provides a guide for resolving common usage-related problems.
Copy Reference
Explains Copier functions and operations. Also refer to this manual for explanations on how to place
originals.
Facsimile Reference
Explains Facsimile functions and operations.
Printer and Scanner Reference
Explains functions and operations for the machine's printer and scanner unit.
Network and System Settings Guide
Explains how to connect the machine to a network, configure and operate the machine in a network
environment, and use the software provided. Also explains how to change User Tools settings and
how to register information in the Address Book.
Security Reference
This manual is for administrators of the machine. It explains security functions that you can use to
prevent unauthorized use of the machine, data tampering, or information leakage. For enhanced
security, we recommend that you first make the following settings:
• Install the Device Certificate.
• Enable SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) Encryption.
• Change the user name and password of the administrator using Web Image Monitor.
For details, see “Setting Up the Machine”, Security Reference.
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Be sure to read this manual when setting the enhanced security functions, or user and administrator
authentication.
Other manuals
• Quick Reference Copy Guide
• Quick Reference Printer and Scanner Guide
• Quick Reference Fax Guide
• Manuals for DeskTopBinder Lite
• DeskTopBinder Lite Setup Guide
• DeskTopBinder Introduction Guide
• Auto Document Link Guide
• Manuals provided are specific to machine types.
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Notice
Important
In no event will the company be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages
as a result of handling or operating the machine.
For good copy quality, the supplier recommends that you use genuine toner from the supplier.
The supplier shall not be responsible for any damage or expense that might result from the use of parts
other than genuine parts from the supplier with your office products.
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Available Colour Functions
This section introduces the machine's colour functions that you are likely to use most often.
Colour Copying
You can switch the colour copy mode depending on the type of originals used and the desired finish.
See p.69 "Colour Functions".
Primary Colours
Colours can be created by combining the three primary colours: yellow, magenta, and cyan. Black
can be made by combining yellow, magenta and cyan, however, as there might be some slight
differences, “black” will be expressed using a black toner.
BAT161S
Full Colour
Copies using four colours: yellow, magenta, cyan, and black.
BAS164S
Black & White
Copies in black and white even if the original is coloured.
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BAS163S
Adjusting Colours
You can adjust the colour tone of copies.
Colour Balance
Adjusts the overall colour tone of copies.
See p.70 "Colour Balance"
BAT171S
Adjust Colour
Adjusts the specific colours (yellow, red, magenta, blue, cyan and green) by mixing them with
adjacent colours in the colour circle.
See p.75 "Colour Adjustment".
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BAT172S
Adjusting Image Qualities
You can adjust image qualities.
See p.76 "Image Adjustment".
Soft/Sharp
Adjusts the outline of an image.
See p.77 "Soft/Sharp".
BAT173S
Contrast
Adjusts the shades of an image.
See p.78 "Contrast".
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BAT174S
Background Density
Adjusts the background density of an image.
See p.78 "Background Density".
BAT175S
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How to Read This Manual
• For proper use of this product, be sure to read About This Machine first.
Symbols
This manual uses the following symbols:
Indicates points to pay attention to when using the machine, and explanations of likely causes of paper
misfeeds, damage to originals, or loss of data. Be sure to read these explanations.
Indicates supplementary explanations of the machine's functions, and instructions on resolving user errors.
This symbol is located at the end of sections. It indicates where you can find further relevant information.
[ ]
Indicates the names of keys that appear on the machine's display panel.
[ ]
Indicates the names of keys on the machine's control panel.
Name of Major Option
Major option of this machine is referred to as follows in this manual:
•Auto document feeder ADF
Notes
Contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice.
Two kinds of size notation are employed in this manual. With this machine refer to the metric version.
Colours on colour keys or the colour circle may differ slightly from the colours of actual copies.
The colour samples in this manual may differ slightly from the colours of actual copies.
Some illustrations in this manual might be slightly different from the machine.
Certain options might not be available in some countries. For details, please contact your local dealer.
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Depending on which country you are in, certain units may be optional. For details, please contact your
local dealer.
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Laws and Regulations
Legal Prohibition
Do not copy or print any item for which reproduction is prohibited by law.
Copying or printing the following items is generally prohibited by local law:
bank notes, revenue stamps, bonds, stock certificates, bank drafts, checks, passports, driver's licenses.
The preceding list is meant as a guide only and is not inclusive. We assume no responsibility for its
completeness or accuracy. If you have any questions concerning the legality of copying or printing certain
items, consult with your legal advisor.
This machine is equipped with a function that prevents making counterfeit bank bills. Due to this function
the original images similar to bank bills may not be copied properly.
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Functions Requiring Optional Configurations
Certain functions require special machine configuration and extra options as follows:
Function Option
2 Sided Duplex ADF
2 Sided 1 Sided
Combine/Series (B&W/Colour) ADF
2 Sided 2 Sided
Combine/Series (B&W/Colour) ADF
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Display
This section explains how to read the display and how to use the selection keys on the initial copy display.
• The copy display is set as the default screen when the machine is turned on.
Initial copy display
BLF002S
1. Displays operational status and messages.
2. Displays the current paper tray and selected items that appear in brackets.
3. Displays the number of copies set.
4. Displays frequently used functions.
Reading the Display and Using Keys
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BLE026S
1. [Escape] key
Press to cancel an operation or return to the previous display.
2. [OK] key
Press to set a selected item or entered numeric value.
3. Scroll keys
Press to move the cursor to each direction one by one.
When [ ] [ ] [ ] or [ ] appears in this manual, press the scroll key of the same direction.
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4. Selection keys
Correspond to items at the bottom line on the display.
Example: initial copy display
•When the instruction “press [100%]” appears in this manual, press the left selection key.
• When the instruction “press [R/E]” appears in this manual, press the centre selection key.
• When the instruction “press [Auto R/E]” appears in this manual, press the right selection key.
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1. Placing Originals
This chapter describes the types of originals you can set and how to place originals.
Originals
This section describes the types of originals that can be placed, paper sizes that are automatically detected,
and missing image area.
• As the colour of markers or highlighters is difficult to reproduce, the copy might not come out depending
on the colour or a different colour might be copied.
Sizes and Weights of Recommended Originals
The following describes recommended paper sizes and non-recommended originals for the ADF:
Metric version
Original location Original size Original weight
Exposure glass Up to A3 -
ADF One-sided originals:
A3 - A5
40 - 128 g/m2
Two-sided originals:
A3 - A5
52 - 105 g/m2
Inch version
Original location Original size Original weight
Exposure glass Up to 11 × 17 -
ADF One-sided originals: 11 × 17 - 51/2 × 81/211 - 34 lb.
Two-sided originals: 11 × 17 - 51/2 × 81/214 - 28 lb.
11×17 : 17 - 28
lb.
• About 50 originals can be loaded in the ADF.
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Non-compatible originals for the ADF
Placing unsuitable originals in the ADF can cause paper misfeeds or black lines, or result in damage to the
originals.
Place the following types of originals on the exposure glass instead.
• Originals other than those specified on “Sizes and Weights of Recommended Originals”
• Stapled or clipped originals
• Perforated or torn originals
• Curled, folded, or creased originals
• Pasted originals
• Originals with any kind of coating, such as thermal fax paper, art paper, aluminum foil, carbon paper,
or conductive paper
• Originals with perforated lines
• Originals with indexes, tags, or other projecting parts
• Sticky originals such as translucent paper
• Thin or highly flexible originals
• Thick originals such as postcards
• Bound originals such as books
• Transparent originals such as OHP transparencies or translucent paper
• Originals that are still wet with ink or correction fluid
• The original might become dirty if it is written with a pencil or a similar tool.
Sizes Detectable with Auto Paper Select
This section describes sizes detectable by the exposure glass and ADF.
Metric version
Size
A3 B4 JIS A4 B5 JIS A5 11×17 81/2×
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81/2×
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Original
location
Exposure
glass
*1 *2 *3 *4 *5 × × *8
ADF *6 *7 *8
1. Placing Originals
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