Ricoh Aficio 2232C User manual

2232C/2238C
Black & White when you need it.
Color when you want it.
General Specifications
Aficio 2232C EDP 411717
Aficio 2238C EDP 411722
Resolution: Input: 600 x 600 dpi
Output: 600 x 600 dpi
1,200 x 1,200 dpi
Copy Size: Max. 11" x 17" (full bleed on 12" x 18")
Paper Sizes: First Paper Tray: 8.5" x 11"
Second Paper Tray/Paper Bank:
8.5" x 11", 8.5" x 14", 11" x 17",
7.5" x 10.5", 8" x 13"/A5 – A3
Bypass Tray: Width: 3.5" to 12"/
90 to 305mm; Length: 5.8" to 23.625"/
148 to 457mm
LCT: 8.5" x 11"
Warm-Up Time: Less than 101 seconds
First Copy Time: BW: 8 seconds
Color: 10 seconds
Copy & Print Speed: Aficio 2232C: 32/24 ppm (BW/FC)
Aficio 2238C: 38/28 ppm (BW/FC)
Multiple Copies: Up to 999
Input Capacity: Standard: 2 x 500 sheets
100-sheet bypass tray
Maximum: 3,100 sheets
Output Capacity: Standard: 500 sheets
100-sheet face-up output tray
Maximum: 2,600 sheets
Paper Weights: Trays & Duplex Unit: 16 to 28 lb. bond
(60–105 g/m
2
)
Bypass Tray: 16 lb.bond to 90 lb. index
(60–163 g/m
2
)
Paper Type: Plain Paper,Laser-printer qualified
transparencies, and labels
Reproduction Ratios: 5 enlargements, 7 reductions,plus
100%, 121%, 129%, 155%, 200%, 400%;
93%, 85%, 78%, 73%, 65%, 50%, 25%
Zoom: 25% –400% in 1% increments
Auto Duplex: Standard
Hard Disk Drive: 80GB capacity
Memory: 768MB
Advanced Copy Features
Color Mode: Auto Color Selection; Full Color; BW (default);
Single Color; Twin Color
Single Color: Preset Color Palette:12 colors with 4 levels
of density selection
User Color Memory: 15 colors
Twin Color: Black + one color
Black + Red
Original Selection: Auto Text and Photo Separation mode;
Photo mode (includes selection of Press
Print, Glossy Photo, 2nd Generation
modes); Text mode; Map mode;
2nd Generation mode; Pale mode
Image Density Adjustment: Auto/Manual (9 levels)
Reduce/Enlarge: Auto Magnification Selection;
directional magnification
Image Rotation: 90°Rotation
Shift/Erase Image: Centering; Margin Adjustment; Erase
Center; Erase Border; Erase Center/Border
OHP Slip Sheet: Yes
Image Color Adjustment: Auto Color Calibration; Color Balance;
Color Separation; Sharp/Soft; Contrast;
Background Density Control; UCR;
Auto Text and Photo Separation
Proof Copy: Yes
Operation Panel: Monochrome LCD
Printer Specifications
CPU: RM7065C 533MHz
Printer Languages: Ricoh RPCS (Refined Printing
Command Stream), PCL 5c emulation;
Optional: Adobe PostScript 3
Fonts: PCL 5c: 45 Intellifonts
PS3: 136 Type 1 fonts
Interfaces: 10/100 BaseTX Ethernet
Bi-directional IEEE 1284-compliant parallel
Optional Interfaces: IEEE 802.11b wireless LAN
Bluetooth wireless
USB 2.0/1.1
IEEE 1394
Network Protocols: TCP/IP,IPX/SPX (Netware 3.x, 4.x, 5.x),
AppleTalk,SMB (NetBEUI, Net BIOS
over TCP/IP)
Other Supported: UNIX (lpr/lpd): Sun Solaris2.6/7/8,
HP-UX 10/11, SCO Open Server 5,
IBM AIXV4.3/5L,V5.1, Red Hat Linux 6/7
Management Utilities: Ricoh Web Image Monitor, DeskTopBinder
V2 Lite; Macintosh Printer Utility
(w/Adobe PostScript option)
Drivers: RPCS: Windows 95/98/Me/NT4.0/2000/XP
PCL 5c emulation:
Windows 95/98/Me/NT4.0/2000/XP
PS3: Windows 95/98/Me/NT4.0/2000/XP
Apple OS 8.6 or later, OS X (native),UNIX
Scanner Specifications
Resolution: FC: 100 dpi - 600 dpi 8 bits/pixel
BW: 100 dpi - 1,200 dpi 1 bit/pixel
Scanning Speed: 31 ppm BW
28 ppm Color
Scan Mode: Text;Text/Photo; Photo; OCR;
Grayscale; ACS
Image Adjustment: Brightness; Contrast; Threshold;
Gamma Adjustment; Halftone Pattern
SADF/Batch Mode: Yes
Stamping: Yes
Mixed Size Mode: Yes
File Types: TIFF, JPEG, PDF
Scan to E-mail: Yes, up to 500 addresses per send
LDAP Support: Yes
Scan to Folder: Yes, 2,000 folders maximum
Protocol Support: SMB (Server Message Block),
FTP (File Transfer Protocol)
Physical Specifications
Dimensions (WxDxH): 26.4 " x 27.5 " x 33.8 " (670 x 698 x 859mm)
Weight: Approximately 264 lbs. (120kg)
Power Requirements: 120V 12A 60Hz
Power Consumption: 1,200 watts or less
Energy Star Mode: 45 watts or less
Options and Accessories
Fax Option EDP 411589
Type: ITU-T G3Transceiver (Optional 2nd line)
Circuit: PSTN, PBX
Resolution: 200 x 200 dpi; 300 x 300 dpi
Modem Speed: 33,600 bps –2,400 bps with automatic
shift down
Transmission Speed: 3.0 seconds (28.8 Kbps or faster)
Compression Method: MH/MR/MMR; Optional: JBIG
SAF Memory: 4MB; Maximum 28MB
Memory Capacity: Approximately 320 pages; (2,240 pages
with optional SAF memory)
Internet Fax: Yes, ITU-T.37
PS540 Paper Bank EDP 411574
Paper Size: 5.5" x 8.5" to 11" x 17" (A5–A3)
Paper Weight: 16 to 28 lb. bond (60–105 g/m
2
)
Stack Capacity: 500 sheets
PS550 Paper Bank EDP 411576
Paper Size: 5.5" x 8.5" to 11" x 17" (A5 –A3)
Paper Weight: 16 to 28 lb. bond (60–105 g/m
2
)
Stack Capacity: 2 Trays x 500 sheets
PS560 Large Capacity Tray EDP 411578
Paper Size: 8.5" x 11" (A4)
Paper Weight: 16 to 28 lb. bond (60–105 g/m
2
)
Stack Capacity: 2 Trays x 1,000 sheets
PT460 Multi-Bin EDP 400568
Number of Bins: 2
Paper Size: 5.5" x 8.5" to 11" x 17" (A5 –A3)
Paper Weight: 16 to 28 lb. bond (60–105 g/m
2
)
Stack Capacity: Tray 1: 100 sheets
Tray 2: 250 sheets
SR920 Multi Tray Finisher EDP 411630
Paper Sizes: 8.5" x 11" to 11" x 17" (A4–A3)
Paper Weights: 16 to 28 lb. bond (60-105 g/m
2
)
SR910 Booklet Finisher EDP 411583
Paper Sizes: 8.5" x 11" to 11" x 17" (B5–A3)
Paper Weights: 16 to 34 lb. bond (60-128 g/m
2
)
Stack Capacity: Folded: 10 sets (6-10 sheets/set)
20 sets (2-5 sheets/set)
Sorted: 1,000 sheets
Staple Capacity: 50 sheets 8.5" x 11"
Staple Paper Size: 8.5" x 11" to 11" x 17" (A4–A3)
Staple Position: 1 Staple: 2 positions
2 Staples: 2 positions
Booklet Paper Sizes: 8.5 " x 11 " ,8.5 " x 14 " ,11 " x 17 " (A4–A3)
IEEE 802.11b Wireless LAN EDP 411265
Bluetooth EDP 411603
IEEE 1394 EDP 411264
USB 2.0 EDP 411301
Adobe PostScript 3 EDP 411602
File Format Converter EDP 411400
FAC14 Cabinet EDP 400581
Data Overwrite Security System EDP 411854
Supplies
Black Toner EDP 888231
Cyan Toner EDP 888234
Yellow Toner EDP 888232
Magenta Toner EDP 888233
SR920 Staples EDP 410801
SR910 Staples EDP 411730
Print speed may be affected by network,application or PC performance.
Specifications and external appearances are subject to change without notice.
Products are shown with optional features.
For maximum performance and yield, we recommend using genuine
Ricoh parts and supplies.
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the essential information.
The best way to do that is with Color
©Ricoh Corporation
Color.It used to be expensive, slow in printing and cumbersome
to manually collate color pages into important documents.
With the Aficio 2232C/2238C, there are no excuses. The
2232C/2238C deliver cost effective color,and black & white
pages at virtually the same price as your existing monochrome
digital system.
The 2232C/2238C are designed to be document hubs—
processing, producing, and distributing the information critical
to
your daily tasks. And there’s more than meets the eye with the
2232C/2238C. Besides producing documents in either print or
copy modes,these systems facilitate document distribution as
well. All at a price that fits your budget.
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Printed in U.S.A.on recycled paper because Ricoh cares.
EPA 2000 Office Products Partner of the Year (5TH consecutive year)
EPA 2000 Labeling Partner of the Year
Ricoh Corporation has determined that this product
meets the Energy Star®guidelines for energy efficiency.
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The Professional Finish
Producing vibrant, crisp,images is half the battle when
making a positive impression through your documents.
The finishing of documents can be just as important.
That’s why the Aficio 2232C/2238C can be configured
with a finisher that folds and staples output into complete
booklets, ensuring your documents stand out.
Ricoh also offers a 2,000-sheet Multi-Tray Finisher that
collates and staples documents together for the more
traditional finishing options. Both finishers can be optionally
outfitted with hole punching for even greater convenience.
The optional Booklet Finisher
folds and staples pages together
to produce professionally
finished documents
The RICOH® Aficio® 2232C/2238C are conveniently configured to handle the
typical range of office tasks right out of the box—copying, printing and scanning are
all standard. No hidden costs.Workgroups have different needs and requirements,
and with the 2232C/2238C, you can configure the system to best suit your
environment.You can select from different document finishing options, additional
paper sources, wireless connectivity, and fax.
Productivity In Printing and Copying
More often than not, you need your prints or copies immediately. The Aficio 2232C/2238C output the first page in just 8 seconds for
black & white and 10 seconds for full color.They also deliver an outstanding 32/38 black & white pages per minute,and 24/28 color pages per
minute in both print and copy modes.Even better,they maintain the same imaging speed in duplex mode, saving you time,paper and money!
Multiple Choices in Document Distribution
The Aficio 2232C/2238C have been designed for the Internet age.Besides being able to print and copy,these systems can scan documents
and images directly to folders and FTP servers, or send them as E-mail attachments to colleagues—all without extra options or dedicated delivery
servers. The 2232C/2238C also support LDAP, which uses your existing E-mail system.
The 2232C/2238C can be configured with an optional Fax module
to expand the systems’functionality. Faxes can be handled as paper-
based documents, or routed digitally directly to your PC.Again,without
dedicated distribution servers or utility software. Lastly,you can also
transmit faxes over the Internet to eliminate long-distance phone
charges altogether.
A Shared Network Resource
The Aficio 2232C/2238C are designed to fit in seamlessly with your
organization’s infrastructure and work the way you work. Of course,
there’s a 10/100 BaseTX network interface that supports industry
standards such as TCP/IP and Novell IPX/SPX. For organizations using
print servers, there’s also a parallel connection.
With the 2232C/2238C, you don’t have to plug into a network
at all to take advantage of its printing and optional faxing capabilities.
Ricoh offers IEEE 802.11b and Bluetooth wireless options that enable
you to take your laptop and/or PDA to conference rooms,or enable
visiting users to print to the 2232C/2238C.
Ricoh also offers two high-speed serial options that transmit large
volumes of data without impacting your network.You can choose from
USB 2.0 or IEEE 1394, which deliver up to 480 and 400 Mbps
transmission rates, respectively.
Black & White when you need it Color when you want it
The Aficio 2232C/2238C—setting the standard in document production
and distribution. Copying. Printing. Network Scanning. Document Serving.
Faxing.Document Finishing.The 2232C/2238C not only integrate the
diverse functions of multiple peripherals into one system,they add the
power of color!
Re-purpose Documents with Ease
The Aficio 2232C/2238C are the perfect hub for all your document communication needs.The Document Server
is capable of storing documents—whether printed,copied, scanned or faxed—and downloading them to your desktop
for annotation, or integrating them into a new document with unique headers and page numbers.
Document Handling for the Entire Workgroup
Duplexing is standard on the Aficio 2232C/2238C. But the real advantage of duplexing on these Ricoh systems
is that you maintain output speed and don’t compromise productivity while conserving paper.
Designed to support the diverse needs of an office workgroup,the 2232C/2238C supports paper sizes of up 12" x 18"
in weights from 16 lb.bond to 90 lb.index.
With a standard paper input capacity of 1,100 sheets, you can add either a 1,000-sheet multi-tray or a 2,000-sheet
LCT option for a maximum capacity of 3,100 sheets.
Efficiently ManageYour Resources
Monitor and manage the Aficio 2232C/2238C right from your desktop.With Web Image Monitor, you can view the status
of the system, and its availability. It can be used to alert you of any service issues, required toner replacement,or if the
system is off-line. Further,Web Image Monitor allows you to view and manage files on the system’s Document Server.
DOCUMENT
MANAGEMENT
NETWORK
SCANNING
FAXING
COPYING
NETWORK
PRINTING
Aficio 2232C shown with optional PS550 Paper Bank and Booklet Finisher