Ricoh SP150 series User manual

series
Overview
Windows version
Mac version
Android/iOS version
Troubleshooting
User Guide
for “RICOH
Printer”

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
How to Read the Manual............................................................................................................................... 2
1. Overview
Introduction to “RICOH Printer”.................................................................................................................... 4
Operating environments................................................................................................................................. 4
2. Windows version
Installation........................................................................................................................................................ 5
Starting the program....................................................................................................................................... 6
Functions Page................................................................................................................................................. 8
Print .................................................................................................................................................................10
Copy (Supported on SP 150SU/SP 150SUw only)..................................................................................13
Scan (Supported on SP 150SU/SP 150SUw only) ..................................................................................18
Settings...........................................................................................................................................................21
3. Mac version
Installation......................................................................................................................................................26
Copy (Supported on SP 150SU/SP 150SUw only)..................................................................................26
Setting (Supported on SP 150w/SP 150SUw only) .................................................................................28
4. Android/iOS version
Installation......................................................................................................................................................29
Starting the program.....................................................................................................................................29
Functions Page...............................................................................................................................................31
Print .................................................................................................................................................................32
Copy (Supported on SP 150SU/SP 150SUw only)..................................................................................33
Scan (Supported on SP 150SU/SP 150SUw only) ..................................................................................35
Settings...........................................................................................................................................................36
5. Troubleshooting
Common problems encountered.................................................................................................................42
Error Messages on the Screen.................................................................................................................... 44
Error Codes on the Screen...........................................................................................................................45
Tips to Avoid Paper Jams..............................................................................................................................46

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How to Read the Manual
Symbols Used in the Manual
The symbols used in this manual have the following meanings.
Indicates an explanation containing points to pay attention to when operating the software, restric-
tions, or other information. Be sure to read the explanation.
Indicates an explanation containing information that is useful to know, a supplementary operating
procedure, or other information.
Indicates reference information that may be helpful.
[ ]
Indicates a screen item or button name.
Introduction
This manual contains detailed instructions and notes on the operation and use of this machine. For
your safety and benet, read this manual carefully before using the machine. Keep this manual in a
handy place for quick reference.
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 certicates, 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 func-
tion the original images similar to bank bills may not be copied properly.

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Disclaimer
Contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice. 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.
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable laws, in no event will the manufacturer be liable for
any damages whatsoever arising out of failures of this machine, losses of the registered data, or the
use or non-use of this product and operation manuals provided with it.
Make sure that you always copy or have backups of the data registered in this machine. Documents
or data might be erased due to your operational errors or malfunctions of the machine.
In no event will the manufacturer be responsible for any documents created by you using this machine
or any results from the data executed by you.
For good output quality, the manufacturer recommends that you use genuine toner from the manufac-
turer.
The manufacturer shall not be responsible for any damage or expense that might result from the use
of parts other than genuine parts from the manufacturer with your ofce products.
Two kinds of size notation are employed in this manual.
Some illustrations or explanations in this guide may differ from your product due to improvement or
change in the product.

1. Overview
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1. Overview
Introduction to “RICOH Printer”
“RICOH Printer” is a software specially designed for this series of RICOH printers. As an improve-
ment over using the conventional control panel on the printer, “RICOH Printer” lets you control the
printer from your computer or tablet for a seamless, integrated user experience.
Operating environments
“RICOH Printer” is compatible with
• 32-bit and 64-bit Windows Vista/7/8/8.1/10, Windows Server 2003/2008, and 64-bit
Windows Server 2008 R2/Server 2012/Server 2012 R2 operating systems
• Mac OS X 10.8 or later
• Linux

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2. Windows version
Installation
Install the software on your computer in any of the following ways:
• Run the installation program in the CD ROM provided with the printer, and then select the ap-
propriate installation option.
• Download and install the software from the RICOH ofcial website at:
http://www.ricoh.com/printers/sp150/support/gateway/

2. Windows version
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Starting the program
1. Click the icon on the desktop to open “RICOH Printer”. After the program
starts, it displays the welcome screen below and begins searching for available
printers in the background.
2. The program rst searches for available printers and displays them as a list.
Next, it checks if the rst printer on the list is online. If so, a functions page spe-
cic to the printer’s model is displayed. The rst page is the Print page.

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3. If no online printers are found, the program will prompt you to check for con-
nection errors before searching for available printers again.

2. Windows version
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Functions Page
Select and click a function icon (Print, Copy, Scan, Settings) from the top of the main page to display
the page corresponding to the function selected.
The Model dropdown list shows all printers in the system’s “Devices and Printers” that are compatible
with “RICOH Printer”.
If a single-function printer (SP 150/SP 150w) is selected, the Print and Settings icons will display.
If an Multi-Function Laser Printer (SP 150SU/SP 150SUw) is selected, the full list of functions will
display.

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The Status page shows the current status of the printer, which can be Ready, Busy, Sleep, Error or
Ofine. The printer’s status is described in words at the bottom of the window. When the printer en-
counters an error, these words will be in red. If a question mark appears next to “Device Status”, click
it and troubleshoot the error as instructed by the animation.

2. Windows version
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Print
Picture Print
1. Click [Picture Print] on the Print page to enter the picture selection page.
2. You can select a single or multiple images for printing from the picture selection
page. The program supports the printing of images in TIFF, BMP, PNG and JPEG
formats.
Click the [OK] button after selecting the le to go to the Print page. On the Print
page, set the printing parameters required, then click the [Print] button to start
printing.

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File Print
1. Click [File Print] on the Print page to enter the le selection page.
2. From the le selection page, select the le you want to print. If the Windows sys-
tem does not support the printing of the selected le, the user will be notied.
3. Click the [OK] button after selecting the le to go to the Print page. On the Print
page, set the printing parameters required, then click the [Print] button to start
printing. If the selected le cannot be previewed, the preview window will show
[Unable to preview].

2. Windows version
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Manual Duplex Printing
If you wish to print more than 2 pages, you can choose to use manual duplex printing.
1. After selecting your print content, click the [More Settings] button on the Print
page.
2. In the More Settings page, check the [Duplex] option and select the type of
duplex printing, then click [OK].
3. On the Print page, click the [Print] button. The duplex printing window will dis-
play and the printer will begin printing the even-numbered pages;
4. After the even-numbered pages are printed, remove all excess paper from the
paper tray as instructed on screen, then turn over the printed pages. Press the
Power button on the printer to print the odd-numbered pages.
5. Manual duplex printing is complete.

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Copy (Supported on SP 150SU/SP 150SUw
only)
• The settings made with this application will only apply when the printer is operated using the
application. For example, even if you press the Start key on the printer after setting Combine
Printing using this application, Combine Printing will not be executed. In this case, click the
[Copy] button on the app.
Regular Copy
On the Copy page, set all the required parameters, and then click the [Copy] button.

2. Windows version
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ID Card Copy
To copy both the front and back of an ID card on the same page of A4 paper, do the following:
1. On the Copy page, toggle the ID Card Copy switch to the right, then click the [ID
Card Copy] button.
2. Place the front of the ID card on the printer as instructed by the animation on the
screen, and then click the [OK] button.

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3. After the front of the ID card is copied, 2 green LED lights on the printer will start
ashing. Within 1 minute, replace the ID card with its back downwards in the
original position, then press the Start button on the printer.
4. ID Card Copy is complete.

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N in 1 Copy
To copy multiple pages onto a single sheet of paper, do the following:
1. On the Copy page, click the [More Settings] button. On the More Setting page,
check the [N in 1 copy] option, and then click the [OK] button.
2. Click the [Copy] button on Functions Page and place the rst page of the origi-
nal document on the printer as instructed by the animation on the screen, and
then click the [OK] button.

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3. When the rst page of the original document is copied, 2 green LED lights on
the printer will start ashing. Within 1 minute, place the next page of the orig-
inal document on the printer as instructed in the popup animation, and then
press the Start button on the printer. Repeat the above steps until the document
is printed.
4. N in 1 copy is complete.

2. Windows version
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Scan (Supported on SP 150SU/SP 150SUw
only)
Scanning
Place the document to be scanned on the scanning area of the printer, and then do the following:
1. After setting the scan parameters on the Scan page, click the [Scan] button.
2. The scanning progress is shown on the screen.