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Riso shall not be responsible for any damage or expense that might result from the use of this manual. As we are constantly improving our products, the machine may differ in some respects from the illustrations used in this manual.
Contents Welcome to the MZ Series Model ..................7 About This User’s Guide...................... 7 Icons Used in This Manual ....................8 Before Starting to Use Safety Guide - Installation ....................10 Installation .........................10 Power connection .......................10 Safety Guide - Handling and Operation................11 Operation Environment.......................11...
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Contents Printing from Paper Documents ..................44 Dual-Color (Colour) Printing with 2 Originals..............44 Printing with 1-Color (Colour) .....................49 Printing from a Computer Data [Direct Print] [USB Job List] ..........54 Printing Computer Data [Direct Print] .................54 Printing USB Data [USB Job List]..................57 Changing Output Directions ....................60 Changing Stop Timing ......................62 Functions for Master-Making...
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Contents Functions for Printing Changing the Print Speed [Print Speed Adjustment] ............. 114 Printing at High Speed [150ppm]..................115 Setting “150ppm” ......................115 Adjusting the Print Density [Print Density Adjustment] ..........116 Adjusting the Print Position [Print Position Adjustment] [1=2 Alignment] ....... 117 Adjusting the Print Position of Both Print Drums (Cylinders) Together ......118 Printing Proof Copies [Proof] ..................
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Contents Reproducing the Master [Renew Page] [Auto Page Renewal]........175 Using Page Renewal ......................176 Using Auto Page Renewal....................177 Print the original from the last page [Output reversal] ............. 178 Proof and Print (with the Optional ADF unit installed) [ADF Semi-Auto] ......180 Selecting Scanning Sides When Using the Auto Document Feeder DX-1 [Scanning Side -ADF] ......................
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Contents When using a Linked Printer (sold separately) Print Functions for Using Linked Printers ................ 242 Setting up a Linked Printer [Link Properties] ..............244 Setting up a Linked Printer ....................245 Linked Printer Setup List ....................246 Printing Scanned Original from a Linked Printer [Link Mode].......... 249 Using Optional Functions on a Linked Printer ..............
This book explains in easy-to-understand language the mechanisms and operational flow of Dual-Color (Colour) printing and Easy 2Color (Colour), as well as tips for printing. RISO Printer Driver User’s Guide / Installation Guide (included as a PDF file in the attached CD-ROM) This user’s guide explains the procedures for printing from a computer.
Icons Used in This Manual The following icons are used in this manual. About the Notation The following icons are used throughout the document. WARNING: Ignoring this warning could cause death or serious injury. Caution: Ignoring this caution could cause injury or damage to property. Important!: Indicates items that require special attention or that are prohibited actions.
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The notation for Operational Instructions and Function Descriptions The following conventions are used to explain functions and operations. Chapter Title Display Shows the screen as seen on each step. Operation Procedure The operational procedures are outlined in steps. Follow these steps. About the content of this manual and the illustrations •...
Before Starting to Use Safety Guide - Installation This section describes the precautions to be observed when installing the machine. Read this section before install- ing the machine. Note: • Your dealer will help you to determine a proper location for the machine at the time of delivery. Installation WARNING: •...
Before Starting to Use Safety Guide - Handling and Operation This section describes the precautions to be observed when handling the machine. Read this section before operat- ing the machine. Operation Environment Important!: • Operate the machine under the following appropriate environment conditions. Temperature range: 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F) Humidity range: 40% to 70% (noncondensing) Machine Handling...
We recommend that you use your computer to make back-up copies of any important documents. Consumables Important!: • For ink and Master Roll, it is recommended to use the products specified by Riso. • Store consumables such as Master Roll and Ink properly. Do not store consumables in the following places: –...
USB cable port Less than 3m (10 feet) Hi-Speed USB USB port on your computer Network connections • Cable: Ethernet cable Shielded cable that supports 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX Note: • The optional RISO Network Card is required. Connection with a Computer...
Software Installation Before printing from a computer connected to the machine via a USB cable, the RISO Printer Driver must be installed. Before printing from a computer connected to the machine via a network, both the RISO Printer Driver and RISO Net- work Card must be installed.
• Depending on the type of paper used, paper dust may be generated when using the machine. Please clean and ventilate the area adequately. Riso does not assure that paper outside the above specifications pass through the machine and can be used for print- ing.
Before Starting to Use Tips for Better Paper Feeding To prevent paper jams and misfeeds, follow the directions below: • When using standard or light-weight paper, set the Paper Feed Pressure Adjustment Lever to “NORMAL” ( Then open all four Paper Arrangers. p.39, p.40 •...
Before Starting to Use Originals Size and Weight Restrictions Usable originals are as follows. Used Device Name Size Weight 50 mm × 90 mm to 310 mm × 432 mm Glass Platen Max. 10 kg (22 lb) " × 3 "...
Before Starting to Use Maximum Printing Areas and Margins The maximum printing areas are as follows. Model Maximum Printing Area Usable Maximum Print Paper Size 291 mm × 413 mm (11 " × 16 MZ1070/MZ870 ") 320 mm × 432 mm (12 "...
Getting Acquainted Function and Name of Each Part Master Disposal Box 1 ( p.269) Platen Cover Holds discarded masters. Opened and closed when placing the original. Feed Tray Ascent/Descent Button ( p.39) Glass Platen ( p.42, p.277) Lowers the Paper Feed Tray when changing or adding Place the original face-down.
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Getting Acquainted Print Drum (Cylinder) Release Button ( p.271) Paper Jumping Wing ( p.123) Unlocks the Print Drum (Cylinder) for removal. Automatically adjusts to keep printed paper neatly stacked. Print Drum (Cylinder) 1 ( p.271) Front Cover Receiving Tray Paper Guides ( p.40) Aligns printed paper neatly.
Getting Acquainted Optional Devices Auto Document Feeder AF-VI:II The Feeder can hold approximately 50 sheets of the original sheets (80 g/m (21-lb bond)). Place the original face- down. ( p.43) ADF Original Receiving Tray Scanned originals are ejected into this tray. ADF Original Release Lever ( p.289) If an original is jammed, pull this lever to the right to eject from the ADF unit.
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Getting Acquainted Auto Document Feeder DX-1 The Feeder can hold approximately 50 sheets of the original sheets (80 g/m (21-lb bond)). ( p.43) Both sides of the original can be scanned automatically. Select the side (front or reverse) to be scanned. ( p.182) ADF Cover ( p.290) Open to remove jammed or misfed originals from the ADF unit.
Getting Acquainted Control Panel The Control Panel features permanent keys such as . It also has a large-size display that shows var- ious messages and function buttons. This section introduces hardware Key names and functions, as well as the display window and its functions. MODE Key Print Speed Adjustment Keys/Indicator ( p.114)
Getting Acquainted 20 21 19 18 17 14 15 16 Start Key Progress Arrows Starts master-making or printing process or executes Indicates master-making and printing progress status. specified operations. The key is lighted only when the key is active. Master-Making Indicator Proof Key ( p.120) Master-Making...
Getting Acquainted Display The Screens and their Various Stages When the power is turned on, after a brief display of the start-up screen, the initial screen appears. Mode Screen Power ON Initial Screen (Ex.) Start-Up Screen (Ex.) When the optional Document Storage Card DM- 128CF or USB Flash Drive is attached Note: •...
Getting Acquainted Basic Screen Other Screens Selections Screen Touch [MasterMake] to display the Master Making Basic Screen. Quickly change settings for a function or open its screen. Touch [Printing] to display the Print Basic Screen. Functions Screen Access to a variety of functions. Note: •...
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Getting Acquainted Tip: About the Recognition Screen This machine is equipped with a User Management function. ( p.132, p.198 “Admin.”). If “User Manage- ment” is set, the Recognition Screen is displayed. If the one of these screens shown below is displayed, input the PIN code or connect the registered USB Flash Drive.
Getting Acquainted About Modes Touch the Mode button on the Mode Screen to view the basic screens of the various modes. Print Mode When you touch the button, you can perform Dual-Color (Colour) Printing using Print Drum (Cylinder) 1 and Print Drum (Cylinder) 2. When you touch the button, you can perform 1-Color (Colour) printing using only Print Drum (Cylinder) 1.
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Getting Acquainted Scan Mode This mode scans the original set on the Glass Platen and stores the scanned data in Storage Memory. This setting is available when the optional Document Storage Card DM-128CF or USB Flash Drive is attached. The data in Storage Memory can be edited using Editor functions. See “Converting Hard-copies into Stored Data (Scan Mode)”( p.216) for information on the Scan Mode.
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Getting Acquainted Tip: Linked Printer (sold separately) When printing a small number of copies, it is more economical to print using a laser printer, etc. When Linked Printer is connected to the machine, you can output the original scanned data by the machine from the Linked Printer.
Getting Acquainted Basic Screen Layout The name and function of each area of the basic screens are explained below. The display of the basic screen differs depending on whether you are printing from a paper document or printing from a computer. Note: •...
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Getting Acquainted Printing from a Computer Data Tab Area Paper Button (“Selections” and “Admin.” tabs are disabled) p.71 Touch a tab to display its screen. Process Job Properties Area A printing operation can be set to stop at certain points. (overrides driver settings) Properties of the current print job is displayed.
Getting Acquainted Basic Process for Dual-Color (Colour) Printing Dual-Color (Colour) Printing with Print Drum (Cylinder) 1 (Black) and Print Drum (Cylinder) 2 (Color (Colour)). There are three methods for printing. • Printing with 2 originals separated by color (colour) (For Print Drum (Cylinder) 1 and for Print Drum (Cylinder) 2). •...
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Getting Acquainted Master-making process Printing process Place the second original. A placed original is scanned by the scanner, and a generated master is rolled around the Print Drum (Cylinder) 2. After a while, proof copy printed with Dual-Color (Colour) is performed. After checking the print result, enter the number of copies to be printed and start printing.
Getting Acquainted Basic Process for 1-Color (Colour) Printing 1-Color (Colour) Printing is performed using either of the Print Drums (Cylinders). There are two methods for printing as shown below. • Printing paper originals such as documents and books. • Printing data created with a computer. Important!: •...
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Getting Acquainted Master-making process Printing process After a while, proof copy with 1-Color (Colour) is performed. After checking the print result, enter the number of copies to be printed and start printing. A generated master is rolled around the Print Drum (Cylinder). After a while, proof copy with 1-Color (Colour) is performed.
Basic Operations Preparing to Print First, set up the Paper Feed Tray and Paper Receiving Tray of the machine. Important!: • Do not use unsuitable paper, or mix paper of different sizes. It might cause paper jams and damage the machine. p.15 Setting up the Paper Feed Tray and Loading Paper Turn the power ON.
Basic Operations Select the paper feed pressure. Adding or Replacing Paper When you add paper or replace with paper of a different size at the time of printing, press the Feed Tray Ascent/ Descent Button to lower the Paper Feed Tray. Feed Tray Ascent/Descent Button •...
Basic Operations Setting up the Paper Receiving Tray Open the Paper Receiving Tray. Adjust the Paper Arrangers. Push out plates Push in Alignment of paper is affected by sizes and strength of paper. Adjust the Paper Arrangers so Position the Receiving Tray Paper that printed paper is aligned.
Basic Operations Closing the Paper Receiving Tray Remove all printed copies and follow the steps below. Slide the Paper Stopper to the edge of the Paper Receiving Tray and fold in. Pull up the Paper Arrangers, slide the Receiving Tray Paper Guides to the left and right as far as they will go and fold in.
Basic Operations Placing the original When placing on the Glass Platen Open the Platen Cover and place the original face- Note: down. Align the center of the original with the mark on • If the Gauge Cover is installed, place the original the left-hand side of the glass.
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Basic Operations When using the ADF AF-VI:II Tip: Setting Direction (direction of text on the original) The original setting direction is decided by the number of pages set when using “Multi-Up Print” and “Layout” functions. Set the original according to the direction of text on the original seen from the touch panel side.
Basic Operations Printing from Paper Documents Dual-Color (Colour) Printing with 2 Originals The operating procedure for Dual-Color (Colour) Printing by scanning the original by color (colour) (for Print Drum (Cylinder) 1 and Print Drum (Cylinder) 2) is explained here. Original for Print Result Print Drum (Cylinder) 1...
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Basic Operations Touch [MasterMake] on the Opera- Configure print functions. tion Selection Screen. In the Master Making Basic Screen, select func- tions as needed. Make sure the Master Making Basic Screen is dis- played and make various settings if needed. If the Master Making Basic Screen is not dis- played, press the key.
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Basic Operations Place the original for Print Drum *1 This setting is available when the optional ADF unit is installed. (Cylinder) 2. *2 This setting is available when the optional Job Place the original on the Glass Platen or in the Separator is installed.
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Basic Operations Check the proof copy result. Press the key. When a proof copy is printed, the Print Basic The specified number of copies will be printed. Screen will be displayed automatically. Note: • Press the key to interrupt printing opera- tion currently underway.
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Basic Operations Remove the printed paper. Open the Receiving Tray Paper Guides and remove the paper. Printing from Paper Documents...
Basic Operations Printing with 1-Color (Colour) The operating procedure for 1-Color (Colour) Printing by using either Print Drum (Cylinder) 1 or Print Drum (Cylinder) 2 is explained here. Important!: • For 1-color (colour) printing, either Print Drum (Cylinder) 1 or Print Drum (Cylinder) 2 may be used, but we recom- mend using mainly Print Drum (Cylinder) 1.
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Basic Operations Place the original. • If the 1-Color (Colour) printing basic screen is not showing, press the key to display the Place the original on the Glass Platen or in the Mode Screen. optional ADF unit. • Printing with Drum (Cylinder) 1 is explained To place the original, see p.42.
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Basic Operations *1 This setting is available when the optional ADF After adjustment, press the key to print a unit is installed. proof copy. *2 This setting is available when the optional Job Important!: Separator is installed. • When the machine has not been used for a long *3 This setting is available when connecting a period of time, the print quality may suffer due Linked Printer (sold separately) to the...
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Basic Operations Press the key when print job is Tip: 1-Color (Colour) Printing with Drum (Cylinder) 2 complete. We recommend that Print Drum (Cylinder) 1 be used The setting returns to its default value. for 1-Color (Colour) printing, but you can also use Note: Print Drum (Cylinder) 2.
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Basic Operations Tip: When registered USB Flash Drive Screen is Auto Idling displayed When “Auto Idling” is set to ON, idling operations Connect the registered USB Flash Drive to the may be activated when master-making process is USB slot. initiated. Factory default is set to idle automatically at the beginning of the master-making when the machine is inactive for over 12 hours.
USB slot Note: • First, install a proper printer driver on your computer. See the “RISO Printer Driver User’s Guide” for installation details. • This manual provides only a summary of functions available when printing from a computer.
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Printing with Pause before ”Master” The Master Making Basic Screen in step 2) is halted depending on the use of the machine or Document_1.doc Owner: RISO Admin. settings. In this case, press the Date&Time: Apr25,10 05:30 key. Format: A4...
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• Entering the number of copies from the Print Quantity Keys will override the number speci- fied in the Print dialog box. Document_1.doc Document_1.doc RISO RISO 10 10 • For “ID Print”, printing starts with specified Auto Process mode after recognition.
Even if the computer and machine are not connected by cable, you can print original data via a USB Flash Drive. It is useful when the computer and printer are placed in different places or printing with MZ Series in outside location.
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The USB Job List Screen (with “Non-ID Print”) is displayed. (The “ID Print Job” button is displayed on the screen.) USB Job List Close NewsLetter.doc Owner: RISO Date&Time: Apr25,10 19:04 Format: A4 1_usb_folder Free Area: NewsLetter.doc Apr25,10 FaxReport.doc Apr25,10 SummaryTable.xls...
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Basic Operations Enter the number of copies using the Print Quantity Keys. The entered number is displayed on the Print Quantity Display. Press the key. Data is printed. After this, follow the same operations for paper documents. Printing from a Computer Data [Direct Print] [USB Job List]...
Basic Operations Changing Output Directions Output can be controlled from the Master Making/Print Basic Screens. Document_1.doc Owner: RISO Date&Time: Apr25,10 05:30 Format: A4 [Preview] You can check the master making image of the page currently awaiting creation. Note: • In “Preview”, all received original data is displayed as a master making image. The outside of print area is not actu- ally printed.
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Basic Operations When selecting [Skip Page] When selecting [Clear All] Touch [Skip Page]. Touch [Clear All]. Document_1.doc Document_1.doc Owner: RISO Owner: RISO Date&Time: Apr25,10 05:30 Date&Time: Apr25,10 05:30 Format: A4 Format: A4 Touch [OK]. Touch [OK]. Current Job will be Cleared...
Touch the “Process” function but- Touch [OK]. ton. Returns to Basic Screen. Process setting is updated. Document_1.doc Owner: RISO Date&Time: Apr25,10 05:30 Format: A4 The Process screen appears. Select the desired function. • [Auto-process ”ON”]: Makes a master then automatically prints.
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Basic Operations Printing from a Computer Data [Direct Print] [USB Job List]...
Functions for Master-Making Selecting Image Processing Mode [Image] In order to make a master best suited for the original document, select an appropriate mode depending on whether original contain only text, photo, or both of them. Note: • Default Image Processing mode can be set on the Admin. screen. p.195 Touch [Page] on the Master Making Touch [Photo], [Duo] or [Pencil] to select more...
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Functions for Master-Making Touch [OK]. Returns to the Master Making Basic Screen. Image Processing mode is updated. Note: • Some functions are not available in certain Image Processing mode settings. Line Photo Pencil Dot Process — — Contrast (Auto) — —...
Functions for Master-Making Selecting Scanning Contrast for the Original [Contrast] Scanning contrast can be adjusted to accommodate background color (colour) or ink density of the original. Specify by selecting Auto or numeric levels (1-5). In the Auto mode, “Contrast” is automatically adjusted to the background color (colour) of the original for printing. Important!: •...
Functions for Master-Making Enlarging/Reducing Originals [Standard Ratio] [Margin+] [Free] [Zoom] The document can be printed enlarged or reduced. The following methods can be used to enlarge/reduce the original. Standard Ratio Enlarging or reducing a standard-sized original (A4, B5, Letter, Legal, etc.) to print in another standard size. Auto The original can be automatically enlarged or reduced and printed according to the paper size in the Paper Feed Tray.
Functions for Master-Making Enlargement and Reduction by Standard Ratio [Standard Ratio] [Margin+] [Auto] Touch [Size] on the Master Making Touch [OK]. Basic Screen. Returns to the Master Making Basic Screen. “Size” is updated. Touch the button corresponding to the desired size. Touch [100%] to restore the original size.
Functions for Master-Making Enlargement/Reduction of a Changed Aspect Ration [Free] Touch [Size] on the Master Making The reproduction size can be increased/ decreased in increments of 1%. Basic Screen. Note: • Print Quantity Keys can also be used to enter numbers.
Functions for Master-Making Enlarging and Reducing with the Zoom Function [Zoom] Touch [Size] on the Master Making Note: Basic Screen. • Print Quantity Keys can also be used to enter numbers. • Press the key to restore the original size (100%).
Functions for Master-Making Using Custom-Sized Paper [Paper] The machine automatically detects standard-sized paper in the Paper Feed Tray to create a correct size master for printing. However, because non-standard paper sizes cannot be detected, they must be manually specified before a master can be made.
Functions for Master-Making Automatic Printing [Auto-Process] Master-making and printing can be performed automatically in sequence. When “Auto-Process” is selected, simply enter the number of copies to print, then press the key. Note: • When printing is completed, Print Quantity will restore the number originally entered. •...
Functions for Master-Making Processing Photos with Dot Screen [Dot Process] “Dot Process” function processes photo originals with dot screening in order to print more clearly. Select from four types of dot patterns. Important!: • “Dot Process” is not available when Image Processing mode has been set to “Line” or “Pencil”. Touch [Dot Process] on the Func- Touch [OK].
Functions for Master-Making Adjusting Photo Contrast [Contrast Adj] For originals that have ill-defined photos, adjust the contrast to print more clearly. There are two ways to adjust contrast. Important!: • If the “Image” is set to “Line”, “Duo” or “Pencil”, “Contrast Adj” cannot be used. Touch [Contrast Adj] on the Func- tions Screen.
Functions for Master-Making Adjusting Photo Gradation [Tone Curve] You can adjust the light and shadow portions of a photo by 3 tones respectively. Important!: • If the “Image” is set to “Line”, “Tone Curve” cannot be used. Touch [Tone Curve] on the Func- tions Screen.
Functions for Master-Making Saving Ink [Ink Saving] “Ink Saving” function makes a master that requires less ink when printing. Important!: • The ink consumption save process may result in lighter prints than usual. • This function is not available at the time of printing. It must be selected before the master-making process is started.
Functions for Master-Making Printing Multiple Originals on One Sheet [2 Up] [Multi-Up Print] “Multi-Up” function prints multiple originals on one sheet. 2 Up Prints two copies of the same original side-by-side on one sheet of paper. Note: • Using the optional ADF unit, two different originals can be printed side-by-side on one sheet of paper. Multi-Up Print One or multiple originals (up to 4) can be printed on a single sheet of paper.
Functions for Master-Making Original Orientation and Print Results The orientation of the original differs depending upon the number of images. The orientation and print results for each possibility is shown below. 2 Up Prints two copies of the same original side-by-side on one sheet of paper. Glass Platen Multi-Up Print For Single-Original and Multiple-Original:...
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Functions for Master-Making 4 Up (4 on 1) Single original For multiple originals Glass Platen 2nd original 1st original Up to 2 originals can be scanned. 8 Up (8 on 1) Single original For multiple originals Glass Platen 1st original 2nd original 3rd original 4th original...
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Functions for Master-Making 16 Up (16 on 1) Single original For multiple originals Glass Platen 1st original 2nd original 3rd original 4th original Up to 4 originals can be scanned. For Multi-Up Tickets: Glass Platen “Multi-Up Tickets” cannot be used with multiple originals. The number of images printed is determined by the width of the ticket.
Functions for Master-Making Margin Leave a margin of at least 5 mm ( ") on the top edge of the Glass Platen or the optional ADF unit. Allowing a proper margin is critical in well-balanced Multi-Up positioning. p.18 Note: • A margin on the top edge will remain regardless of enlargement or reduction settings. 5mm ( ") Set Position...
Functions for Master-Making 2 Up Operation Select a Print mode Make necessary settings. Select 1-Color (Colour) or Dual-Color (Colour) Afterwards, perform the same operation as the print. normal master-making and printing process. The reproduction size needs to be set according Note: to the combination of the original size and printing •...
Functions for Master-Making Operation for Multi-Up Printing Select a Print mode. Select a Page size to use. Select 1-Color (Colour)- or Dual-Color (Colour) Touch the button to match the original size and print. touch [Next>]. Note: • See p.29 for how to select a print mode. Set the original and print paper.
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Functions for Master-Making Touch the button of the number of Important!: images to use. • When displaying the message “Place Another Original and Press Start Key. To Cancel, Press Stop Key”, the machine waits for the next original to be loaded. Set the next original and press the key while waiting (interval) time.
Functions for Master-Making Operation for Multi-Up Tickets For “Multi-Up Tickets”, the specification of the short edge size of the original (the width) is used to calculate the number of images that can be printed on one sheet of paper (long edge of the print paper divided by ticket width). A ticket width of between 50 mm (2") and 210 mm (8.3") can be specified.
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Functions for Master-Making Select a Page size. Touch to specify the page width. Touch either one of the Page size button and touch [Next>]. (In “Multi-Up Tickets”, the Page Size selection will not affect the rest of the procedures.) Important!: •...
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Functions for Master-Making Press the key. Starts scanning of the original. For Dual-Color (Colour) printing, place the original for Print Drum (Cylinder) 2. Afterwards, perform the same operation as the normal master-making and printing process. Note: • To cancel a “Multi-Up Print” setting once it has been confirmed, follow step 3, touch [OFF] and then [OK] on the screen.
Functions for Master-Making Laying out continuous originals on one sheet of paper [Layout] Continuously arranging several originals on one sheet of paper is called “Layout”. This function is convenient when you want to save paper and make stapled documents. Important!: •...
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Functions for Master-Making Layout order Set the order of the images when the printed paper is placed in the orientation that allows the characters on the original to be read. Ex.) Number of images: 8UP, Original orientation (orientation of characters on the original): Align Side L-top to R R-top to L L-top to B...
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Functions for Master-Making Select the Print mode. Touch [Layout] on the Functions screen. Select 1-Color (Colour) or Dual-Color (Colour) print. To select the print mode, see p.29. Set the original and print paper. Place the original on the Glass Platen or in the optional ADF unit.
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Functions for Master-Making Important!: For 1-Color (Colour) printing: • Check if the orientation of the originals has Repeat scanning until the set number of been set in the direction determined for the set images have been scanned. number of images. When the number of originals is smaller than the number of images, after all originals are Note:...
Functions for Master-Making Printing from Bound Documents [Book Shadow] You can erase the binding “spine” shadow in the center when printing from such bound originals with facing as mag- azines and books. The area to be erased (erasure width) can be selected. Moreover, magazines or books can be spread open on the Glass Platen and their pages printed onto separate sheets.
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Functions for Master-Making Touch [Book Shadow] on the Func- Note: tions Screen. • In this case, “B” is printed first. Important!: • In Dual-Color (Colour) printing, “Page split” is not available. Use this function with 1-Color (Colour) printing. • When “Page split” is set, use A4 or B5 as print- ing paper.
Functions for Master-Making Cutting the Top Margin of the Original and Printing [Top Margin] You can cut the top portion of the margin to between 0 to 99 mm (0.0" to 3.9") and make a master. This feature enables you to skip the registration marks on the original and print on the finish-sized paper without any of these marks.
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Functions for Master-Making Touch to specify the cut width. You can set from 0 to 99 mm (3.9"). Note: • Print Quantity Keys can also be used to enter the numbers. Touch [OK]. Returns to the Functions screen. Top Margin set- ting is updated.
Functions for Master-Making Adjusting the Master-Making position [Binding margin] You can make a master by putting the binding margin on either the top, bottom, left and right of the original. The adjustable range is from 0 to 50 mm (0.0" to 1 ") on the top, bottom, left and right.
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Functions for Master-Making Touch to specify the shift distance. Note: • Print Quantity Keys can also be used to enter a value. • When you touch [Reduction], the image with- out a Shift designated for the Margin mode becomes the print image and the size is reduced around the center of the print image so that the original is completely printed within the paper.
Functions for Master-Making Making a Master that Utilizes the Maximum Printing Area [Max. Scan] When a master is made, automatic paper size detection and image size adjustment applies to allow appropriate print margins. This is to prevent paper jams, and to keep internal roller free of ink stains. By selecting “Max.
Functions for Master-Making Dual-Color (Colour) Printing with 1 Original [Easy 2Color (Colour)] “Easy 2Color (Colour)” is a function for making a master by dividing the data into a dark-colored (coloured) part and a light-colored (coloured) part when scanning one original with the scanner. The dark-colored (coloured) part is assigned to Print Drum (Cylinder) 1 and the light-colored (coloured) part is assigned to Print Drum (Cylinder) 2 when making a master.
Functions for Master-Making Note: • A button for frequently used separation can be displayed on the Functions screen. If you select either one of the separations by “Easy 2Color (Colour)” under Admin. screen, the button with the name of the selected separation can be displayed on the Functions screen.
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Separates handwriting written using the recommended pen or red pencil on originals from black printed images by a RISO printer or ink-jet printer (documents printed with a lighter shade of black, or with water-based ink, etc.). The master of the prior original is created on Print Drum (Cylinder) 1, the handwritten portion on Print Drum (Cylinder)
Functions for Master-Making Specified Area Separates the original that has been circled directly upon with the recommended pen in the desired area. The master of the portion outside the specified area is created on Print Drum (Cylinder) 1, the portion within on Print Drum (Cylinder) 2.
Functions for Master-Making Note: • About the Separation Sheet Use the Separation Sheet if you are using an original that cannot be written on. Also use the Separation Sheet for separating originals with photos or color (colour) images. The Separation Sheet should be a white sheet of paper the same size as the original.
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Functions for Master-Making Flow of operation (except for Color (Colour) editor) Preparation of the Setting the original Easy 2Color (Colour) (After preview check) original for separation setting Print (Hand-writing, Other printing setting Specified Area, etc.) Flow of operation (Color (Colour) editor) Set the hard-copy Easy 2Color (Colour) Separation setting...
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Functions for Master-Making • Areas that are 10 mm × 10 mm ( " × ") or less will not be recognized as a specified area. • Do not create dark points on the pen line. • Up to 20 pen areas can be created on one original. An error will occur if you select more than 20 areas. •...
Functions for Master-Making Operating Procedures for Easy 2Color (Colour) Select a Print mode. Touch the button of the separation to use. Select Dual-Color (Colour) print. Note: • See p.29 for how to select a print mode. Set the original and print paper. Place the original on the Glass Platen or in the optional ADF unit.
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Functions for Master-Making Setting an Original with the Separation Sheet For the “Separation Sheet”, you must scan the Area Specification Sheet prior to scanning the original. Place the Separation Sheet. Place the original. When placing on the Glass Platen When placing on the Glass Platen: Place the Separation Sheet on the Glass Remove the Separation Sheet from the glass Platen face-down by aligning the center, and...
Easy 2Color (Colour)” ( p.106) and touch [Color (Colour) editor]. Select the original and touch [OK]. Refer to the “RISO Editor User’s Guide” in a sep- arate volume for information on input method and basic screen / operation of the editor.
Functions for Master-Making Checking the Print Image Prior to Making Master [Preview] You can check what the actual master will look like by previewing an image of the scanned original or an image of data sent from a computer. This function is handy for making sure that the “Easy 2Color (Colour)” separation was successful, and for checking the layout or final image of a Multi-Up job.
Functions for Master-Making Actions Available on the Preview Screen Rotate Image Button Show All Button Allows you to rotate the displayed image 90 degrees. Shows the entire image. Print Drum (Cylinder) 1 Original Reduce Button Shrinks the preview display each time it is touched. Print Drum (Cylinder) 2 Original Scroll Button Enlarge Button...
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Functions for Master-Making Check the preview image. Note: • You can use various controls on this screen to check the image. p.110 Touch [Continue]. A master is created. After this, please follow the same operations for paper documents. Note: • Touching [Cancel] will cancel the image, returning to the Master Making Basic Screen.
Functions for Master-Making Switching Masters of Just One Print Drum (Cylinder) [OneSide MasterMake] When Dual-Color (Colour) printing, you can switch just one of the two originals and print. This is a handy function when printing different letters using the same letterhead. Simply create another master for the text, retaining the original master for the letterhead.
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Functions for Master-Making Press the key. A master is made on the Print Drum (Cylinder) specified in step 3 and Print Basic Screen appears. Check the proof copy result. When a proof copy is printed, the Print Basic Screen appears. Check the proof copy;...
Functions for Printing Changing the Print Speed [Print Speed Adjustment] You can select the print speed from five levels; from 60 to 120 copies/minute. The print speed may be adjusted while printing is in progress. Note: • Set the default print speed on the Admin. screen. The factory default is level 3 (approximately 100 copies/minute).
Functions for Printing Printing at High Speed [150ppm] By using “150ppm”, you can print faster than if you were to simply adjust the “Print Speed”. Setting “150ppm” Important!: • When internal temperature of the machine is lower than 15°C (59°F), “150ppm” button is grayed-out and cannot be used.
Functions for Printing Adjusting the Print Density [Print Density Adjustment] You can select the print density from five levels by each Print Drum (Cylinder). The print density may be adjusted while printing is in progress. Important!: • “Print Density” is not available when [Ink Saving] is selected. p.76 Note: •...
Functions for Printing Adjusting the Print Position [Print Position Adjustment] [1=2 Alignment] The print position on the paper can be adjusted for each Print Drum (Cylinder). Adjustment range Vertical direction: ±15mm (± ") Horizontal direction: ±10mm (± ") The positioning may be adjusted while Printing is in progress. Important!: •...
Functions for Printing The Print Basic Screen shows current vertical/horizon- tal adjustment. Adjusting the Print Position of Both Print Drums (Cylinders) Together Adjust the print position of one of Touch [Basic] to check the Print the Print Drums (Cylinders). Basic Screen. The adjustments display on the Print Basic Screen.
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Functions for Printing Tip: Making Fined Adjustments to the Print Posi- tion If the settings are such that “Fine Adjust Mode” can be set, the print position can be finely adjusted in 0.1 mm ( ") increments (the normal increment is 0.5 mm ( ")).
Functions for Printing Printing Proof Copies [Proof] After making adjustments to the print position or density, check the print quality in a proof copy. Proof copies are not counted towards the number of copies displayed on the Print Quantity Display. Note: •...
Functions for Printing Prevent Paper Jams When Using Special Paper [D-Feed Check] This printer monitors for multiple paper feeds. If a feed of more than one sheet is detected, the print job automatically stops and “D-Feed Check” is executed. The multiple paper feed detector is calibrated for normal print paper. Depending on the type of paper used, double feeding may be detected and an error displayed even when one sheet of paper is properly supplied.
Functions for Printing Extending the drying time [Interval] A sheet of paper is normally fed and printed with each Print Drum (Cylinder) rotation, but by extending the paper feed interval, the ink has more time to dry, which prevents ink marks on the back of the next sheet. The paper feed interval (skip rotation) can be set from 1 - 10.
Functions for Printing Paper Feed/Output Settings for Special Paper and Printing Types [Jump Wing Control] [Special Paper Ctrl] Paper feed and output settings can be adjusted when using special paper or uneven print finishes. Jump Wing Control The following steps retrieves pre-configured custom settings for the Paper Jumping Wing.
Functions for Printing Setting the Jump Wing Control [Jump Wing Control] Touch [Jump Wing Control] on the Func- tions Screen. “Jump Wing Control” is selected. Paper Feed/Output Settings for Special Paper and Printing Types [Jump Wing Control] [Special Paper Ctrl]...
Functions for Printing Setting Paper Feeding Adjustment [Paper Feed Adj.] Touch [Special Paper Ctrl] on the Touch [Manual] as needed. Functions Screen. Adjust the S-Tray Upper Limit and Paper-Feed Amount. When you touch the Specific button, you can also adjust the Clutch ON Timing and Clutch OFF Timing.
Functions for Printing Saving settings and renaming the parameter names in the Parameter List Touch [Special Paper Ctrl] on the Touch [Entry/Call]. Functions Screen. Parameter List screen is displayed. Adjust [Paper Feed Adj.] and [Paper Touch an unused button. Eject Adj]. Note: •...
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Functions for Printing Touch [OK]. Touch the character buttons to enter a new name. Returns to the Parameter List after the settings Change capitalization by selecting the [Small] or have been saved. [Capital] button. The name of each parameter can be changed for p.159 your convenience.
Functions for Printing Retrieving Settings from the Parameter List Touch [Special Paper Ctrl] on the Touch the button to retrieve. Functions Screen. Unregistered buttons are grayed-out and are not available. Returns to the Special Paper Ctrl screen and the desired setting is retrieved. Confirm the settings made.
Functions for Printing Making changes to Special Paper Ctrl Setting Display the Parameter List screen. Follow steps 1 to 2 ( p.128). Touch [Retrieve]. Touch the button to change. Change the setting parameters. Parameters for the following can be changed: “Paper Feed Adj.”...
Functions for Printing Clearing Special Paper Ctrl Settings Display the Parameter List screen. Follow steps 1 to 2 ( p.128). Important!: • First, check whether the setting can be cleared. (Retrieve the appropriate setting and follow the steps beginning with step 2.) •...
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Functions for Printing Paper Feed/Output Settings for Special Paper and Printing Types [Jump Wing Control] [Special Paper Ctrl]...
Advanced Features Setting Up User Management [User Management] This machine is equipped with a User Management function to ensure security and enhance user management. The User Management function has 3 Management Levels. The following features are available according to the level.
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Advanced Features Management Level and access timing of user identification access When “Management Level“ is set to “High/Full Management” or “Mid/ID Print Only”, the users will be asked to identify themselves (“User identification access”) during operations. The Recognition and Identification System can be selected from either “PIN code”...
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Advanced Features Create User ( p.138) Register the administrator/users. Up to 100 users (administrator included) can be registered. Set following options when registering. • PIN code or USB Flash Drive PIN code: A PIN code can be set for user identification access. We recommend that you prepare a list of the registered users and record the user registration numbers (ID) and PIN codes for each user.
Advanced Features Selecting Recognition and Identification System Set the Recognition and Identification System using “Recognized by” in advance when setting up User Management. Important!: • If “Recognized by” is changed, all settings in User Management, including the administrator’s registration, will be cleared.
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Advanced Features Touch [User Management]. Touch [OK]. Returns to the User Management screen. Touch [Recognized by]. “Recognized by” is updated. Continue User Management settings. See the subsequent pages. Touch the button to select the “Rec- ognized by” option. Note: • If you touch [OFF/Delete], all settings set in User Management will be deleted and returned to the factory setting.
Advanced Features Setting Up the Management Level Important!: • Set “Recognized by” in advance. p.135 Display the User Management Touch [OK]. screen. Returns to the User Management screen. “Management Level” is updated. Follow steps 1 to 4 in “Selecting Recognition and You can continue registering users and renaming Identification System”...
Advanced Features Registering Administrator/Users In order to activate the User Management function, the administrator must be registered. Up to 100 users can be registered (administrator included). Note: • The user registration number (ID) is required when operating “ID print” from the printer driver. User Registration Number (ID) Basic operation for registering administrator/users Display the User Management...
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Advanced Features Touch an unused button. When “Recognized by” is set to “USB Flash Drive” Connect the registered USB Flash Drive to the USB slot. Unused buttons are displayed with a solid line. Used buttons are grayed-out and are not availa- ble.
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Advanced Features Touch [OK]. Returns to the Create User screen. The administrator or the user is registered. To register multiple users, touch [Register] and repeat steps 3 to 6. Touch [Close]. Returns to the User Management screen. You can continue registering users and renaming groups if needed.
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Advanced Features Enter the User Name Touch [Rename] on the Register screen. Touch the character buttons to enter a new name. Change capitalization by selecting the [Small] or [Capital] button. p.159 Note: • To clear the current name, touch button or press the key.
Advanced Features Setting the Group to assign When you set up a group by user, user usage can be counted by group. p.188 It is recommended to enter the group name in advance. p.147 Touch [Group] on the Register screen. Touch the Group button to set.
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Advanced Features Setting the Upper Limit of the User’s Usage Set the upper limit of the number of copies/masters. Up to 99,999,999 can be set. The present copy count and master count can also be cleared on the same screen. Touch [Limit] on the Register screen.
Advanced Features Disabling User identification access Touch [Disable] on the Register screen to turn it “ON”. User identification access is disabled and the user can- not use the machine. Note: • To inactivate “Disable”, touch [Disable] to turn it “OFF”. •...
Advanced Features Changing Administrator/User Registration Display the User Management Touch the User Button to change. screen. Follow steps 1 to 4 in “Selecting Recognition and Identification System” ( p.135) Touch [Create User]. Registered buttons are displayed with a solid line. Unregistered buttons are grayed-out and are not available.
Advanced Features Clearing User Registration Display the User Management Touch the User Button to clear. screen. Follow steps 1 to 4 in “Selecting Recognition and Identification System” ( p.135) Touch [Create User]. Registered buttons are displayed with a solid line. Unregistered buttons and “0 Admin”...
Advanced Features Renaming Groups Display the User Management Touch the character buttons to enter screen. a new name. Follow steps 1 to 4 in “Selecting Recognition and Identification System” ( p.135) Touch [Rename Group]. Change capitalization by selecting the [Small] or [Capital] button.
Advanced Features Reset All User Counters All user counters can be cleared in a single procedure. Important!: • After the counter is cleared, it cannot be recovered. Display the User Management screen. Follow steps 1 to 4 in “Selecting Recognition and Identification System”...
Advanced Features Automatic Sorting Into Groups [Program] “Program” feature saves you from repeatedly having to enter how many copies to print, by assigning the number of copies per sets in advance. Operation stops after printing each set of copies. Store a “Program” setting for easy retrieval later. Sample usage for this feature;...
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Advanced Features Multi-Page Mode For multiple originals (multiple copies for 1-Color printing, multiple groups of 2 originals for Dual-Color printing), a different number of copies are printed for each original. From a single original, up to 9999 copies can be made. Each original can reproduce a pre-assigned number of sheets (up to 20 originals).
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Advanced Features Combination (only possible with Dual-Color (Colour) printing) From two originals or a Dual-Color (Colour) original, you can conduct 1-Color (Colour) printing and Dual-Color (Colour) printing for each group (class). After 1-Color (Colour) printing only from Print Drum (Cylinder) 1, the Dual-Color (Colour) print object using both Print Drum (Cylinder) 1 and Print Drum (Cylinder) 2 is inserted.
Advanced Features How to Program Print There are two ways to print in sets using “Program” printing feature. • Program, then print (without saving the settings) p.153 • Retrieve a saved program, then print (when program is registered) p.157 Tip: Choose from the following actions on the Print Basic Screen.
Advanced Features Setting Up for Programed Printing There are two ways to display the Program screen. • Touch [Program] on the Functions screen on the display. • Press the key of the Print Quantity Keys. In the following steps, the explanation will be for pressing the key of the print quantity keys.
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Advanced Features Important!: For Combination Print • To save the current Programed Printing set- ting, touch [Entry/Call]. Once [OK] is touched, the setting cannot be saved. See “Saving Programs” ( p.156) for further information. Multi-Page Mode Enter the number of copies to be printed by Print Drum (Cylinder) 1 using the Print Quantity Keys.
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Advanced Features Note: • The Print Quantity Keys can also be used to enter a value. • If you are printing the same number of Dual-Color (Colour) copies as 1-Color (Colour) copies, touch [Same Number as • The number of copies assigned for “...
Advanced Features Saving Programs Store frequently-used Program settings for later retrieval and printing. A total of 12 settings (Single Page Mode, Multi-Page Mode Mode or Combination Print) can be stored. Create and enter a Programed Print- Touch [OK]. ing settings. Follow steps 1-3 in “Setting Up for Programed Printing”...
Advanced Features Retrieving a Program Retrieve a stored program and modify its settings. Press the key. Touch [OK]. Returns to the original screen. Ready to print using the retrieved program. Note: • To cancel the program printing, press the key (or touch [Functions]→[Program]) and then touch [Cancel Job] on the next screen displayed.
Advanced Features Renaming a Program Program names can be changed to better describe their usage or purpose. Touch [Program] on the Touch [Rename]. Functions screen. Note: Note: • Each Program button has an icon on top left. indicates Single Page Mode Program, indi- •...
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Advanced Features When entered, touch [OK]. Returns to the Program List screen. The program is renamed. Tip: Rename Screen Small Capital Note: • You can enter up to 10 characters. • Print Quantity Keys may also be used for enter- ing numbers.
Advanced Features Clearing Programs Display the Program List screen. Follow steps 1 to 2 in “Retrieving a Program” ( p.157). Touch [Clear]. Select a program to clear. Touch [OK]. Returns to the Program List screen. The program is cleared. Automatic Sorting Into Groups [Program]...
Advanced Features Making changes to Stored Programs Retrieve a program to modify. Follow steps 1 and 3 in “Retrieving a Program” ( p.157). Make changes to the Program. Modify number of copies or sets in the current screen. Note: • See “Setting Up for Programed Printing” ( p.153) for details on how to set up a pro- gram.
Advanced Features Use Easy 2Color (Colour) and Combination in combination Using “Easy 2Color (Colour)”, separate the originals into Print Drum (Cylinder) 1 and Print Drum (Cylinder) 2. (The test questions are separated into Print Drum (Cylinder) 1 and the test questions with answers are separated into Print Drum (Cylinder) 2.) Moreover, using the “Combination”...
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Advanced Features Set the original and print paper. Setting the Combination. p.99 Display the [Program Type] screen. Perform steps 1 and 2 of “Retrieving a Job Note: Memory and Printing”. ( p.167) • When you have transmitted the original data in Touch [Combination].
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Advanced Features Enter the quantity for teachers (black + red) by touching A numeric keypad is available for input. Touch [OK]. Returns to the Combination Print screen. Note: • To register the Program set here, touch [Entry/Call]. For details, see “Saving Programs”. ( p.156) Touch [OK].
Advanced Features Using Job Memory Functions [Job Memory] Save the settings of the last print job into Job Memory. Simply retrieve those Job Memory settings when doing a sim- ilar print job. Up to 10 jobs can be saved. The following attributes can be saved to Job Memory. Dual-Color (Colour)/1-Color (Colour) Printing (MasterMaking/Print) Image Multi-Up Print...
Advanced Features Storing Job Memory Set various settings for a print job. Confirm settings. Touch [Job Memory] on the Func- tions Screen. Touch and scroll down to check all items. Note: • To change a setting, touch [Cancel] and start Note: over again.
Advanced Features Retrieving a Job Memory and Printing There are two ways to display the Job Memory screen. • Touch [Job Memory] on the Functions screen on the display. • Press the key of the Print Quantity Keys. In the following steps, the explanation will be made for touching the display. Touch [Job Memory] on the Func- Select a Job Memory to retrieve.
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Advanced Features Tip: Quick Retrieval A job setting can be retrieved via hardware keys without touching the Touch Screen. For example, to retrieve and print job M-2, press key in that order. M-2 is retrieved and starts the master-making process. Registered Number Using Job Memory Functions [Job Memory]...
Advanced Features Renaming a Job Memory Touch [Job Memory] on the Func- Touch character buttons to enter a tions Screen. new name. Change capitalization by selecting [Small] or Touch [Rename]. [Capital] button. p.159 Note: • To clear the current name, touch button or press the key.
Advanced Features Clearing Job Memory Touch [Job Memory] on the Func- Important!: tions Screen. • Make sure it is the job setting you want to delete. • Once the Job Memory is cleared, it cannot be recovered. Touch [OK]. Touch [Clear]. Touch [Close].
Advanced Features Protecting Confidential Documents [Confidential] After printing is complete, the master remains on the Print Drum (Cylinder) and is ready for printing another set of copies. To protect confidential documents from unauthorized duplication, use the Confidential feature to discard the master after printing.
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Advanced Features Touch [OK]. The current master is discarded, and a new mas- ter is set on the Print Drum (Cylinder). Protecting Confidential Documents [Confidential]...
Advanced Features Extending the Reserve Period [Reservation] This function is useful when the machine is connected to computers. When the machine is inactive for a certain period of time, it determines that the current job is completed, even if the actual printing is still under way. If another person accidentally initiates another job from the computer, this will cause a new master to be made, dis- carding the current one.
Advanced Features Idling Action [Idling Action] Idling action prevents the machine from printing the first several copies with faint ink after the Print Drum (Cylinder) has been exchanged or the machine has not been used for an extended period of time. Idling action before the mas- ter-making process assures consistent print quality from the start.
Advanced Features Reproducing the Master [Renew Page] [Auto Page Renewal] The data from the last master-making process is temporarily stored on the machine. Using this data, another master can be reproduced without repeating steps to scan the same original. “Auto Page Renewal” is a function that automatically recreates a master when a specified number of pages are printed.
Advanced Features Using Page Renewal Touch [Renew Page] on the Func- When only one Print Drum (Cylinder) is set in the machine tions Screen. The following screen appears. The display screen for Dual-Color (Colour) and 1- Color (Colour) printing are different. Note: •...
Advanced Features Using Auto Page Renewal In order to use “Auto Page Renewal”, you must enable it in “Admin.” prior to use. If “Auto Page Renewal” is activated and “Auto Page Renewal” is set to “ON” , “Auto Page Renewal” can be executed during a print job.
Advanced Features Print the original from the last page [Output reversal] By reversing the page order of the originals of several pages in length, print the originals from the last page. Printing paper output order in 1-Color (Colour) printing In normal printing Flow of original In output reversal Printing paper output order in Dual-Color (Colour) printing...
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Advanced Features Select the Print mode. Touch Select 1-Color (Colour) or Dual-Color (Colour) print. Note: • See p.29 for how to select a print mode. Set the original and print paper. Place the original on the Glass Platen or in the optional ADF unit.
Advanced Features Proof and Print (with the Optional ADF unit installed) [ADF Semi-Auto] Selecting “Auto Process” with the optional ADF unit installed automatically performs the complete printing job, but you cannot make proof copies, or any necessary adjustments of each master. To pause for check after printing a proof copy of each master, select “ADF Semi-Auto”.
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Advanced Features Press the key. The machine prints specified number of copies. Master for the next original is made, its proof copy is printed, then the machine stops again. Repeat steps 5 and 6. Proof and Print (with the Optional ADF unit installed) [ADF Semi-Auto]...
Advanced Features Selecting Scanning Sides When Using the Auto Document Feeder DX-1 [Scanning Side -ADF] When scanning originals using the optional Auto Document Feeder DX-1, there are three scanning side options: “Front Side”, “Back Side”, or “Duplex”. Important!: • If the original is set on Auto Document Feeder DX-1, “Book Shadow” function cannot be used. Note: •...
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Advanced Features The processing order of the original and output The original set in Auto Document Feeder DX-1 is scanned and printed from the top. Front Side -> Simplex • For 1-Color (Colour) Printing Original Printed Copies • For Dual-Color (Colour) Printing Original Printed Copies 3rd set...
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Advanced Features Duplex -> Simplex Printed Copies Original Printed Copies Original Important!: • In “Program; Multi-Page Mode”, the first page of the original scanned is displayed as “Page01” on the Setup screen. e.g. With the “Back Side -> Simplex” option, the last page of the original is displayed as “Page01” on the Setup screen because scanning starts from the last (topmost) page.
Advanced Features Specifying the Scanning Side Touch [Scanning Side -ADF] on the Touch [OK]. Functions Screen. Returns to the basic screen after the “Scanning Side -ADF” settings have been saved. Note: • To confirm the current “Scanning Side -ADF” settings, open the “Scanning Side -ADF” screen once more.
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Advanced Features Tip: Place the printing paper face-down in the Standard Feed Tray. Scanning duplex originals for manual duplex printing With the optional Auto Document Feeder DX-1, Printing Paper the buttons on the “Scanning Side -ADF” screen can be used to scan both sides of an original and print on both sides of paper.
Advanced Features Rotating the Original 180 Degrees to Make a Master [Rotate] When you are direct printing, you can rotate the original data received from a computer 180 degrees to make a mas- ter. When this function is used for the original data of a wide range of solid colors (colours) on the top side, you can prevent paper jams.
– Set [Management Level] to [High/Full Management] in User Management. p.132 – If you print from the computer, be sure to use “ID Print”. See the “RISO Printer Driver User’s Guide” for detail. Checking User Counters [ID Counter Report]...
Advanced Features Outputting the Counter Report Touch [ID Counter Report] on the Functions screen. Touch the button of the desired output method. E-mail USB Flash Drive Returns to the Basic screen after output. If the mail setting is not set, [E-mail] is not availa- ble.
Advanced Features Setting Up the Monthly Reminder Touch [ID Counter Report] on the Note: Functions Screen. • Print Quantity Keys can also be used to enter numbers. • The set date can be selected between 1 and 31. • When setting the reminder date between the 29th - 31st, and if the number of days in the month is less than this range such as in Febru- ary, the reminder screen is displayed on the last...
Advanced Features Showing Usage Status [Meter Display] The machine can record and display the following information: • A4/Letter and Under (Mono-Color/Dual-Color): Total number of copies A4/Letter-sized and smaller that have been printed. • Above A4/Letter (Mono-Color/Dual-Color): Total number of copies larger than A4/Letter that have been printed. •...
Advanced Features Customizing the Direct Access Area [My Direct Access] Normally, the functions displayed in the Direct Access Area of the Basic Screen are already registered by default set- ting or changed by the administrator. However, if User Management is set up, each user can register the functions displayed in the Direct Access Area using “My Direct Access”.
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Advanced Features Select a button to assign a function Touch [OK]. Returns to the Functions screen. If the button has a function already assigned to it, the newly selected function will overwrite the pre- vious function. Select a function to assign. Note: •...
Display Priority Mode Screen/Dual-Color/1 Color (Colour)/ Select first screen to display following the Startup. 2 Color (Colour)/ Scanning/Link Mode* Start-Up Screen Logo(RISO)/Logo(MZ)/ Select an animation to display at Start-up. Character [Display] Display Adjustment Background:Blue/White Change background color (colour), density and Display Density: brightness of the Touch Screen.
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Advanced Features Display Access Functions Description Button Displayed Language #01, #02, #03 ... Select the language displayed on the screen. [Display] Important!: • Contact your dealer (or authorized service representative) to change the settings. Image Processing Line/Photo/Duo (Text and Change the default setting for the “image processing Photo)/Pencil mode”.
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Advanced Features Display Access Functions Description Button Jump Wing Control ON, OFF Change the default positioning of the Paper Jumping Wing. Important!: • This option is available only when the special paper setting is pre-configured. Contact your dealer (or authorized service representative) to pre-configure this setting.
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Advanced Features Display Access Functions Description Button Base IP Address • When using a DHCP server Set the IP address for connecting the machine to a [Use DHCP] network. • When entering IP address IP address settings differ depending on the type of manually network.
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Advanced Features Display Access Functions Description Button Energy Saving Mode • Energy Saving Mode Select to activate Sleep Mode or Shutdown Power OFF/Auto Sleep/Auto Power- when the machine is inactive for a set period of time. • Waiting Time • OFF 1-60 mn (factory default is 5 “Energy Saving Mode”...
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Advanced Features Display Access Functions Description Button Auto Page Renewal • Auto Page Renewal Allows you to set when to recreate a new master. Once OFF, ON the specified number of copies is reached, the master • Auto Renewal Point in use is automatically discarded and a new one 1-9999 copies (Factory default created.
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Link Info Refresh 10-999 seconds Set how frequently the machine receives data from a (Factory Default is 15 seconds) Linked Printer. Print Colors See the RISO Editor User’s Guide for details. Tool Bar Position [Editor] Sub Tool Bar Page Orientation * This function can be set only when the option is installed.
Advanced Features Customizing the Default Settings The default settings can be changed when the machine is not in operation. Make sure there is no pending or current Print Job operation. Note: • If the administrator is registered in User Management, only the administrator can change the [Admin.] settings. (This operation requires input of the administrator's PIN code or connection of the registered USB Flash Drive.) p.138 •...
Advanced Features Change settings. Some functions have their own Setup screens, some don't. There are several styles for setting values. Following samples demonstrate different value setting styles. No additional Setup Screen (2 or more options to choose from) Touch the function name button to change the value displayed to the right.
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Advanced Features Additional Setup Screen Available Additional Setup Screen Available Numeric Value Style Text Input Type Touch to increase/decrease value. Input the name after touching the button of the Numbers may be entered using the Print name to change. Quantity Keys. Touch the button and the Rename screen appears.
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Advanced Features Additional Setup Screen Available Data Specification Type A screen to specify the stored data displays. p.222 for details on specifying the data. Storage Selection Close 1_folder Free Area: NewsLetter.doc Apr25,10 Fax-cover.doc Apr25,10 Newsletter.doc Apr25,10 Apr25,10 Images.doc View edit ID Print Job USB Job List Touch [OK].
Advanced Features Setting Up Direct Access Area and Selections Tab [DirectAccess Entry] [Selections Entry] Frequently-accessed functions for each mode can be placed on “Direct Access” area in the Basic Screen, or on “Selections” screen. This allows quick changes and direct access to each function's Setup screens, eliminating the need to search from a long list of functions.
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Advanced Features In the following steps, the registration on DirectAccess Entry and Selections Entry are explained at the same time. Touch [DirectAccess Entry] or Select a function to assign. [Selections Entry] on the Admin. screen. Note: • Touch to display more func- tions if necessary.
Advanced Features Registering a Custom Paper Size [Custom Paper Entry] Non-standard paper sizes must be pre-entered into memory. Once a paper size is stored into memory, it can be retrieved with the [Paper] button from the Master Making Basic Screen. Up to 30 different sizes may be entered.
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Advanced Features Enter the paper size. Touch [OK] when done. Note: • To change a name, repeat from step 8. Confirm the name and touch [Close]. Returns to the Admin. screen. Paper size is updated. Tip: Printing on Extended Paper The machine can print on paper 436 mm-555 mm "-21 ") long (top to bottom facing the...
Advanced Features Deleting a Custom Paper Size Touch [Admin.] on the Basic Screen Touch [Clear]. for each mode. Select the paper size to delete. Touch [OK]. Touch [OK]. Touch [Custom Paper Entry] on the Admin. screen. Returns to the Custom Paper Entry screen. The selected paper size is cleared.
Advanced Features Keeping Masters Secure After Printing [Protect] After printing is completed, the master remains on the Print Drum (Cylinder). To protect confidential documents from unauthorized duplication, use the Confidential feature to discard the master after printing. (i.e. “Confidential” function) Used masters are held in the Master Disposal Box.
Advanced Features Preventing Leaks of Masters After Creation or Disposal Turning the Protect Setting ON Touch [Admin.] on the Basic Screen Touch [Protect]. for each mode. “Protect” is turned ON. Note: Touch [OK]. • When “Protect” is set to “ON”, “Energy Saving Mode”...
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Advanced Features If “Protect” is ON: The following screen is displayed after printing. F95-008 -- Protect -- Discard Current Master Cancel Touch [OK] or [Cancel]. [OK]: Discards the master remaining on the Print Drum (Cylinder). [Cancel]: Choose this when you do not wish to discard the master or wish to print further copies.
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Advanced Features Cancel the “Protect” setting: Only the administrator can cancel the “Protect” setting. Touch [Admin.] on the Basic Screen Touch [Protect]. for each mode. After “Please Wait a Moment” is displayed, the “Protect” setting is canceled. Touch [OK]. If the Recognition Screen is displayed, follow the message on the screen.
• Storing original data created on a computer. The methods of storing data from a hard-copy original and printing the stored original data are explained here. Details on how to store the data created on a computer, see the “RISO Printer Driver User’s Guide”. Store...
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• Folder names of the optional Document Storage Card DM-128CF can be changed on the Admin. screen. p.196 • To change folder names of the USB Flash Drives, use the “RISO Utility Software” (RISO USB PRINT MANAGER) included on the provided software CD-ROM. (If you change folder names by Explorer, they will not be recognized by the machine.) For details, see the “RISO Utility Software User's Guide”...
This function also prevents documents from getting lost or damaged over time. Important!: • The storage function is not available in the machine equipped with the optional RISO IS300 controller. The data scanned in the Scan Mode is stored in the IS300.
Storing Original Data and Use Method Scanning a Hard-copy Original Place the original. Setting required functions. Place the original on the Glass Platen or in the Set the required functions for scanning the origi- optional ADF unit. nal. To place the original, see p.42.
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Storing Original Data and Use Method Touch [Dual-Color (Colour)]. Touch [OK]. The color (colour) specified for the original is confirmed and the screen returns to the Scan Basic Screen. Note: • The page after the data of the original to be scanned and the Print Drum (Cylinder) to be used are displayed in the message area.
Touch the file name input box. USB Flash Drive to the USB slot in advance. Note: • If the machine is equipped with the optional RISO Controller IS300, you cannot specify where to store the data. Touch the directory input box. The Rename screen appears.
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Storing Original Data and Use Method Touch [ID Print] or [Non-ID Print]. Tip: [ID Print] and [Non-ID Print] are displayed Changing the Owner Name only when “Management Level” is set to Touch [Rename] on the Owner screen. “High/Full Management”. Touch the folder to save the data. Touch [OK].
Storing Original Data and Use Method Specifying Stored Size Specify the size at which to save the scanned original. It is necessary to set the Format size when: • you place the originals on the glass platen • you set the custom-sized originals in the optional ADF unit •...
Storing Original Data and Use Method Retrieving Stored Data and Printing [Storage Memory][USB Job List] Retrieving and printing stored data. Retrieving Stored Data When retrieving the USB Flash Drive data, connect the USB Flash Drive to the USB slot in advance. For details on how to print USB Flash Drive data, see p.33 “Printing from a Computer Data”.
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Close 1_folder Free Area: NewsLetter.doc Apr25,10 Fax-cover.doc Apr25,10 NewsLetter.doc Newsletter.doc Apr25,10 Owner: RISO Date&Time: Apr25,10 19:04 Images.doc Apr25,10 Format: A4 Bright Red View edit ID Print Job USB Job List If you are selecting data stored in a different folder, touch that folder's tab.
Storing Original Data and Use Method Changing the Data Order You can change the order of the stored data displayed on the Storage Selection screen/USB Job List screen. Note: • The factory setting is “Date Descend”. Touch [View edit]. Touch [OK]. Returns to the Storage Selection screen (USB Job Note: List screen).
Storing Original Data and Use Method Using the Storage Retrieve/USB Job List Screen Each section of the Storage Retrieve/USB Job List screen is shown below. An example of the Storage Retrieve screen is explained here. Owner:RISO NewsLetter Format: Date&Time:Apr25,10 19:04 A thumbnail is displayed for each page.
Storing Original Data and Use Method Overlaying Stored Data onto a Print Job [Overlay] When performing 1-Color (Colour) printing, you can overlay stored data onto a hard-copy original. Important!: • To use this function, the optional Document Storage Card DM-128CF or USB Flash Drive is required. •...
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Storing Original Data and Use Method Select the stored data to overlay. Touch [Retrieve]. S t o r a g e R e t r i e v e Cancel Retrieve Storage Selection Close Owner: RISO FAX-cover.doc Format: Date&Time: Apr25,10 19:04 1_folder Free Area: NewsLetter.doc...
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Storing Original Data and Use Method Tip: Overlaying Stored Data The stored data overlays at the size it was saved. You cannot enlarge/reduce the size to match the original or paper size. Stored data Original Print results Stored data Print results Original The stored data is overlaid after being centered at the top of the original.
Storing Original Data and Use Method Dual-Color (Colour) Printing with the Original and Storage Data [Stamp] When performing Dual-Color (Colour) printing, you can create a master of the hard-copy original on one Print Drum (Cylinder) 1 and a master of the storage data on Print Drum (Cylinder) 2 in order to Dual-Color (Colour) print. For example, if you specify data for Company logo, etc., that color (colour) insignia can be printed on consecutive pages.
Storing Original Data and Use Method Registering a Stamp Data to insert For “Stamp”, the data registered in the data for “Stamp” is used. Store the original to be used for the Stamp in “Storage Memory” in advance, and register the data to be used for the Stamp from the stored data.
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Storing Original Data and Use Method Select the storage data to use as the Touch [Retrieve]. [Stamp]. Storage Selection Close Owner: RISO FAX-cover.doc Format: Date&Time: Apr25,10 19:04 1_folder Free Area: EntrySheet.doc Apr25,10 FAX-cover.doc Apr25,10 Newsletter.doc Apr25,10 Apr25,10 Images.doc View edit The Stamp Data screen is displayed.
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Storing Original Data and Use Method Touch [Close]. Returns to the Admin. screen. Touch Dual-Color (Colour) Printing with the Original and Storage Data [Stamp]...
Storing Original Data and Use Method Renaming the Stamp Data Touch [Stamp Data] on the Admin. Touch the button to rename. screen. p.194 for operational details of the Admin. screen. Grayed-out buttons are not available (no Stamp Data has been registered yet). The Stamp Data screen appears.
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Storing Original Data and Use Method Touch [OK] after entering all the characters. The entered name is registered and returns to the Stamp Data screen. Touch [Close]. Returns to Admin. screen. Touch Dual-Color (Colour) Printing with the Original and Storage Data [Stamp]...
Storing Original Data and Use Method Dual-Color (Colour) Printing with [Stamp] Pre-select Dual-Color (Colour) Printing. Place an original and load paper. Set the print functions. Place the original on Glass Platen or in the You can make adjustments to the print functions optional ADF unit.
Admin. screen. The Stamp Data screen appears. Touch [Change Data]. The Stamp Data screen appears. Touch [Change]. FAX-cover.doc Owner: RISO Format: Date&Time: Apr25,10 19:04 Select the storage data to use as the new Stamp Data. Storage Selection...
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Storage Selection screen. • Data with ID Print setting cannot be selected. Confirm the storage data. EntrySheet.doc Owner:RISO Date&Time:Apr25,10 19:04 Format: Check the thumbnail to make sure that the data is the data you want to retrieve.
Storing Original Data and Use Method Deleting a Stamp Data Touch [Stamp Data] on the Admin. Touch [Unselect]. screen. p.194 for operational details of the Admin. screen. Owner:RISO FAX-cover.doc Format: Date&Time:Apr25,10 19:04 Touch [OK]. The Stamp Data screen appears. Touch [Clear].
• It is not possible to copy/move data within the Storage Memory or USB Flash Drive. • The original data stored in the USB Flash Drive can be organized or managed by a computer using the “RISO Util- ity Software” (RISO USB PRINT MANAGER) included on the provided CD-ROM. For details, see the “RISO Utility Software User’s Guide”...
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Storing Original Data and Use Method Touch [Copy to] or [Move to]. Touch the button of the destination folder that you want to copy or move the data to. Touch [OK]. Data is copied/moved and the selected destina- tion folder is displayed. Important!: •...
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Storing Original Data and Use Method Copying/Moving Stored Data...
The machine may be connected with Linked Printers for more convenient operations. 2 special printing functions Auto-Link Function and Link Mode are available. Important!: • The optional RISO Network Card is required in order to connect the machine and Linked Printers. Auto-Link Function (This function is not available for MZ1090U/890U.) Automatically select an output device, the machine or a Linked Printer, based on a pre-determined number of cop- ies (Link-Free Volume).
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When using a Linked Printer (sold separately) Link Mode Function The original is scanned on the machine and printed from the Linked Printer. Special Linked Printer functions such as double-sided printing can be achieved. Printed Paper Original Linked Printer (Sold separately) Print Functions for Using Linked Printers...
When using a Linked Printer (sold separately) Setting up a Linked Printer [Link Properties] Linked Printer data must be entered in the machine in order to operate. “Link Properties” are explained below. See “Link Mode” ( p.200) for more information about Link Mode and other Admin. settings. Important!: •...
When using a Linked Printer (sold separately) Setting up a Linked Printer Touch [Link Mode] on the Admin. Select the button to enter informa- Screen. tion. Note: Touch [Link Properties]. • To display other functions that are not visible on the screen, touch Change settings.
When using a Linked Printer (sold separately) Linked Printer Setup List : Initial setting (factory default) Functions Description How to Enter Printer Name Touch character button to enter a new Enter a name for the Linked Printer. Note: • The entered name will be displayed on the Link Mode screen.
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When using a Linked Printer (sold separately) Functions Description How to Enter Total Trays 0-99 Enter total number of trays other than the Standard Tray. Important!: • If the number is less than the number of trays set in other options, other options will be disabled.
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When using a Linked Printer (sold separately) Functions Description How to Enter Punch OFF: No Punch Set “Punch” ON if the device has the capability capability. ON: Punch function Also set the Tray No. used by the “Punch” available function. Tray number used Face-up Tray OFF: No Face-up Tray...
Link Basic Screen. p.26 Select the desired paper size. Note: • While the message “Starting Up RISO Network Card / Acquiring Linked Printer Configuration Data Please Wait a Moment” is displayed on the machine, the Linked Printer information is being retrieved via the network.
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When using a Linked Printer (sold separately) • Book Shadow ( p.92) Tip: When multiple Linked Printers are connected • Top Margin ( p.94) to the network • Preview ( p.109) • Overlay ( p.226) When multiple Linked Printers are connected to the network, output device can be selected as Note: needed.
When using a Linked Printer (sold separately) Using Optional Functions on a Linked Printer Steps for setting up optional functions are shown below. These are available when the Linked Printer has an optional device such as a sorter or a duplex unit installed. Note: •...
When using a Linked Printer (sold separately) Configurable Functions : Initial setting (factory default) Functions Description Screens and Steps Related Admin. Settings Meter Display Displays the number of printed copies for each Linked Printer recognized by the machine. Mailbox Tray No. 1 to n (n is the Total Trays: Select a paper receiving total number of trays set...
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When using a Linked Printer (sold separately) Functions Description Screens and Steps Related Admin. Settings Saddle Stitch ON/OFF Saddle Stitch: Set the function for Available only when outputting printed copies “Saddle Stitch” option is with a stitched saddle, the paper being folded in the middle and the printed image facing upward.
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When using a Linked Printer (sold separately) Functions Description Screens and Steps Related Admin. Settings Duplex • When the Auto • When the Auto Document Print on both sides of the Document Feeder AF- Feeder AF-VI:II is installed paper. VI:II is installed Ready for Link Print Different screens and OFF/Long Edge/Short...
When using a Linked Printer (sold separately) Duplex Printing [Duplex] Double-sided printing is possible when a Duplex Unit (Option) is installed to a Linked Printer. Note: • The “Duplex” settings can be made from either Master Making or Print Functions screens. Linked Printer will print following the specifics set via either of these screens.
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When using a Linked Printer (sold separately) Select Print functions as needed. Important!: • This step is not necessary unless using the The following functions are available: ADF unit. Continue on to step 4. • Image ( p.64) • Scanning Contrast ( p.66) Touch [OK].
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When using a Linked Printer (sold separately) Using the Glass Platen Place the first original document on the Glass Platen, wait for the message “Duplex Process- ing for Linked Printer” to disappear, then place the second original and press the key.
When using a Linked Printer (sold separately) When Equipped with the Auto Document Feeder DX-1 Duplex originals can be scanned when the machine is equipped with the optional Auto Document Feeder DX-1. Setting/Paging Direction of the Original and Resulting Output Setting Direction: Direction of the original when set as seen from the front of the machine.
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When using a Linked Printer (sold separately) Touch [Duplex] on the Functions Set “Setting Direction” and “Paging screen. Direction”. Touch [Simplex -> Duplex], [Duplex - Touch [OK]. > Simplex] or [Duplex -> Duplex]. Note: Note: • If you do not require duplex printing, touch •...
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When using a Linked Printer (sold separately) • Contrast Adj ( p.74) Important!: • Tone Curve ( p.75) • Once the first original is scanned, the next orig- inal must be placed within pre-determined • Book Shadow ( p.92) Duplex Interval period on the Admin. screen •...
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When using a Linked Printer (sold separately) Tip: Printing duplex originals on one side of paper If the machine is equipped with the optional Auto Docu- ment Feeder DX-1, both sides of an original duplex doc- ument can be printed on one side of the output paper. Set [Duplex ->...
Replacing Consumables Check for Remaining Amount of Consumables The machine checks and reports on remaining amount of ink, master, as well as the space left in the disposal box. Note: • The report may not be displayed if detection fails. •...
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Replacing Consumables Tip: Information Button icon on the Information Button displays current status of the consumables as detected by the machine. icon will change depending on the matching information detected from the consumable. • When matching information was correctly retrieved from the consumable (normal display) •...
When the Master Roll is depleted, a message is displayed and the machine stops. Replace with a new Master Roll. Important!: • For the Master Roll, it is recommended to use the products specified by RISO. p.274 • Keep the power ON while replacing the master.
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Replacing Consumables Open the Master Roll Holder. Important!: • Take care not to damage the section when removing the shrink wrap. Master Roll Holder If the section is bent or the perforation cut, the master will become unusable. • Do not remove the tape yet. Close the Master Roll Holder.
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Replacing Consumables Tip: If You Cannot Insert the Master Insert the leading edge of the Master using the fol- lowing steps. Raise the Master Guide Flap Turn the dial on the edge of the Master Guide Flap towards the rear and raise the Master Guide Flap.
• Wash immediately with soap if you should get ink on your hands, etc.. Important!: • For the Ink Cartridge, it is recommended to use the products specified by Riso. p.274 • Keep the power ON while replacing the Ink Cartridge.
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Replacing Consumables Close the Front Cover. Note: • You can store the ink cartridge cap on the right side of the glass platen. Ink Cartridge Cap Holder Insert the new Ink Cartridge. Align the arrow on the Ink Cartridge to the mark on the Print Drum (Cylinder) unit, and insert until it stops.
Replacing Consumables Emptying the Master Disposal Box Used masters are held in the Master Disposal Box. When the Master Disposal Box becomes full, a message displays and the machine stops. Discard the used masters. Caution: • Wash immediately with soap if you should get ink on your hands, etc.. Important!: •...
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Replacing Consumables Discard the ejected masters. Push Out Lever Tilt the Master Disposal Box forward and directly discard the used master into the garbage box (or bag) by grasping the Push Out Lever. Place the Master Disposal Box into position. Insert the Master Disposal Box until it stops.
Replacing Consumables Replacing the Print Drum (Cylinder) (Color Change) When replacing with a Color Drum (Cylinder) to change colors (colours), or when removing jammed paper, follow the steps to remove Print Drum (Cylinder). Be sure to use a Color Drum (Cylinder) specifically designed and approved for use with this machine.
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Replacing Consumables Remove the Print Drum (Cylinder). Firmly grasp the Green Handle Use both hands to lift the Print Drum (Cylinder) straight up to remove from the rail. Proceed with replacing the Print Drum (Cylinder), removing the paper jam, etc.. Important!: •...
Replacing Consumables Installing the Print Drum (Cylinder) Place the Print Drum (Cylinder) on Important!: the Rail. • Do not grasp the Print Drum (Cylinder) Handle when pushing in the Print Drum (Cylinder). Align the mark on the Print Drum (Cylinder) with the mark on the guide, and place the Print Drum (Cylinder) horizontally onto the guide.
Replacing Consumables Disposal of Depleted Consumables Dispose of depleted Ink Cartridges, Master cores, ejected masters according to the regulations in your local commu- nity. If required, separate the specific components using the following procedures to dispose them properly. Ink Cartridge Remove the label (metal included) at the arrow from the outlet surface of the Ink Cartridge, and then dispose them separately.
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Replacing Consumables Ejected Master Parts Materials Master material plastic, Japanese paper Ink material Soy oil, petroleum hydrocarbons, water, pigments Note: • It is made of carbon and hydrogen compounds. If fully combusted, it will turn into water and carbon dioxide. Disposal of Depleted Consumables...
• Be careful of the edge of metal parts, otherwise it may cause an injury. • Do not make any modifications to the machine or remove any parts. • Neither Riso nor its dealer is responsible for maintenance service performed by non-Riso-authorized personnel. Cleaning...
Maintenance Thermal Print Head Clean the Thermal Print Head each time you replace the Master Roll. Open the Master Making Unit Cover, and gently wipe the Thermal Print Head in the back of the unit several times with a soft cloth or tissue. Important!: •...
Maintenance Scanner Glass and White Sheet of ADF unit (Option) Gently wipe the Scanner Glass, and the White Sheet several times with a soft cloth or tissue. Note: • Since the Glass Platen is very delicate, avoid shocks or scratches with a hard object. For the Auto Document Feeder AF-VI:II Clean while rotating the white roller.
Maintenance Pressure Roller If the Pressure Roller, which presses print paper against the Print Drum (Cylinder), is stained, smudged strips may appear on the back of copies. If this happens, gently wipe the Pressure Roller with a soft cloth dampened with alcohol. To remove the Print Drum (Cylinder), see p.271.
Maintenance The Exterior Use a soft cloth to gently wipe down the entire printer on a regular basis in order to prevent the exterior from getting dirty. If using a cleaning agent, use one recommended by your authorized service representative. Important!: •...
Troubleshooting When a Message Displays Refer to the following information to determine the cause and take appropriate actions when the machine stops oper- ating and a message is displayed. Error Message Layout A message and a troubleshooting illustration will be displayed in accordance with the message type to show how to resolve the problem.
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Troubleshooting T00-000:Service Call Errors (in alphabetical order) Message Possible Cause Action !!Battery Replacement!! The battery is low or depleted. Contact your dealer (or authorized service Call Service representative) and have the battery replaced. Press the key or the key to clear the error message display.
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Troubleshooting Message Possible Cause Action Master Not Set in Place The master is improperly Pull out the Master Making Unit and Insert Lead Edge of Master into installed or is missing. reinstall the master. Master Entrance and Close Master p.264 Making Unit Important!: •...
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Troubleshooting B00-000:Optional Device Errors (in alphabetical order) Message Possible Cause Action Can not identify • Something other than the Connect a USB Flash Drive for this USB Flash Drive is machine. connected to the USB slot. p.12 • A defective USB Flash Drive is connected to the USB slot.
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Troubleshooting C00-000:Consumable Errors (in alphabetical order) Message Possible Cause Action Add Paper No printing paper in the Paper Load paper into the Paper Feed Tray. Feed Tray. p.38 Master Disposal Box 1 and 2 are Full The Master Disposal Box is full. Empty the Master Disposal Box. Empty Both Master Disposal Boxes See “Emptying the Master Disposal Box”...
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Cannot Read Ink Info installed. p.267 Replace Ink Cartridge Important!: or Contact dealer/Riso office • Use the Ink Cartridge specifically designed and approved for use with this machine. Failure to do so may cause problems or damage to the machine.
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Cannot Read Master Info p.264 Replace Master Roll Important!: or Contact dealer/Riso office • Use a Master Roll specifically designed and approved for use with this machine. Failure to do so may cause problems or damage to the machine.
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Troubleshooting J00-000:Paper Jam Error Displays when the original document or printing paper is jammed inside the machine, the optional ADF unit or Sorter. Paper Jam The location of the paper jam is indicated by the flashing icon ( Remove Paper in Indicated Areas ) in the illustration.
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Troubleshooting Area Possible Cause Action Indicated/ Blinking The original is jammed in the optional ADF unit. For Auto Document Feeder DX-1 Important!: • Take care not to touch the roller inside the unit. It may cause smudges on the original or a paper jam.
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Troubleshooting Area Possible Cause Action Indicated/ Blinking The original is jammed in the optional ADF unit. For Auto Document Feeder DX-1 Removing originals jammed in the duplex document carrier Open the ADF Cover ( ), and raise the document tray as shown ( Pull out the original ( Removing originals jammed in the original receiving unit...
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Troubleshooting Area Possible Cause Action Indicated/ Blinking Paper did not eject correctly. Check for any jammed paper on the paper exit area. Touch [OK]. Note: • When using special paper, adjust the Paper Arranger on the Receiving Tray Paper Guides according to the paper characteristics.
Troubleshooting Pop-Up Message Layout Pop-Up Messages communicates various operational statuses. You can continue operation over some of them, but depending upon the context, others will require your action before operations can be resumed. Error Number A reference letter (E/F) and an ID number. Pop-Up Messages Content of the message.
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Troubleshooting F00-000:Warning Message (in alphabetical order) Message Symptom/Action How to clear a Pop-Up Message Acquiring Linked Printer (Symptom) Touch [Close] to clear the Pop-Up Configuration Data The machine system is retrieving Linked Message and return to the previous Please Wait a Moment Printer information.
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(Symptom) When the Platen Cover is closed, the The Platen Cover was opened during warning message is erased. If original moves the editing process of the RISO Editor Touch [Close]. you may not get function. (Alternatively, press the key or the desired result key to clear.)
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Troubleshooting Message Symptom/Action How to clear a Pop-Up Message Either of Masters is Made (Symptom) • When printing from the machine; in Ink Saving Process One of the masters on either Print Drum Touch [Continue]. Operate Dual-Color (Cylinder) 1 or Print Drum (Cylinder) 2 (Alternatively, press the key to Printing?
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Troubleshooting Message Symptom/Action How to clear a Pop-Up Message !! No Auto Reproduction (Symptom) • When changing the “Size” setting; Size Selection with This With the size of set original and printing Touch [Size Setting]. Combination of Original paper, auto reproduction cannot be •...
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Troubleshooting Message Symptom/Action How to clear a Pop-Up Message Original size exceeds (Symptom) • When changing the “Original Size” limitation of layout “Layout” is not available for the original setting; Specify the original size size. Touch [Original Size]. • When resuming the print job; (Action) Touch [Continue].
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Troubleshooting Message Symptom/Action How to clear a Pop-Up Message Page Format is Larger (Symptom) • To override the message and to print than Paper Size The printing paper is smaller than the with possible ink smears on the roller; !! Possible Ink Smudges Master.
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Troubleshooting Message Symptom/Action How to clear a Pop-Up Message Printing is Not Available (Symptom) Touch [Close]. for This Paper Size with Print Drum (Cylinder) 2 may be used for (Alternatively, press the key or the Print Drum (Cylinder) 2 single color (colour) printing, but only on key to clear.) Set Print Drum (Cylinder) to certain paper size.
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(Alternatively, press the key or the Re-scanning will be Started rescan for image processing by the key to clear.) to Add Image Processing RISO Editor. (Action) Set the original and scan again. ! Scanning is Not Possible ! (Symptom) Touch [Close].
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Troubleshooting Message Symptom/Action How to clear a Pop-Up Message !! The Data Storage Area (Symptom) Touch [Close]. has Become Full !! Insufficient free space on the Document (Alternatively, press the key or the Clear Old Storage Data Storage Card DM-128CF. key to clear.) •...
Troubleshooting Consumable Information Screen In order to assure optimum printing, the machine acquires information from the consumables. If acquired matching information is not proper, the Consumable Information screen is shown. Enter appropriate values. icon on the Info Button will be grayed out when this occurs. p.263 Note: •...
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Troubleshooting Screen Display Description Values [H2] Print Density Fine Adjustment (for Print 1 (Light) - 5 (Dark) Drum (Cylinder) 1) Consumables Information Input Wizard Consumables Information Input Wizard Ink Information Input (Drum 1) [H8] Print Density Fine Adjustment (for Print H2 Print Density Fine Adjustment Drum (Cylinder) 2) Select a Print Density level to match the ink to...
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Troubleshooting Screen Display Description Values [H4] Master Density 1 (Light) - 10 (Dark) Select the standard density to be applied Consumables Information Input Wizard Consumables Information Input Wizard during creation of the master. Master Information Input H4 Master Density Next> [H5] Print Density Fine Adjustment 1 (Light) - 5 (Dark) Select a Print Density level to match the...
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you run into a problem, consult the following chart first to find answers before calling for a repair. Problem Possible Cause Action An error indication does not The consumables (ink, master roll) After inserting the Ink Cartridge, turn it disappear even though have not been correctly set.
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Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Action Paper gets jammed in the Auto There is any paper caught in the Auto Pull the ADF Original Release Lever to the Document Feeder AF-VI:II Document Feeder AF-VI:II. right or turn the Release Original Dial and (optional).
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Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Action Paper gets jammed in the Auto Paper is caught in the Auto Document Removing originals jammed in the Document Feeder DX-1 Feeder DX-1. document carrier (optional). Open the auto document feeder cover ), and raise the feed roller as shown in Open the inside cover ( ), and pull out the original (...
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Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Action Paper goes over the receiving Follow the steps to level the receiving tray tray stopper. as follows: Fold the Receiving Tray Paper Guides/Stopper. Lift up the sides of the receiving tray with both hands, and move the receiving tray shaft to position B.
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Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Action • Paper is not smoothly fed Paper handling pressure is not • For paper that easily creates paper from the Paper Feed Tray. correctly adjusted. powder, skips, or for the back side of (skipped paper, or multiple- postcards that is turn up: sheet feeding) Turn the dial to the left.
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Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Action Paper sticks to the surface of The margin at the top of the original or The margin of the original (top of the print the Print Drum (Cylinder). print is too small. in the paper output direction) must be 5 mm ( ") at least.
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Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Action Some areas are missing in the The Glass Platen (and/or the ADF Clean the Glass Platen (and/or the ADF printed copy. Scanner Glass) is not clean. Scanner Glass). p.276 A foreign object may exist on the Pull out the Print Drum (Cylinder) and master.
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Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Action The edges of printed copies Larger size of paper than the original Because a master was made according to are smudged with ink. was placed on the Paper Feed Tray a larger size than the original, the edges of at the time of the master-making the original were processed as shadows.
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Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Action The Print Drum (Cylinder) The Print Drum (Cylinder) was After manually rotating the Print Drum cannot be placed into position. stopped at an inappropriate position (Cylinder), make sure that the mark and after rotation. mark meet as shown. The Print Drum (Cylinder) has not Set the Print Drum (Cylinder) to the guide been correctly set to the guide.
RISO Network Card Use to directly connect the machine to the network. This comes with the RISO-MONITOR software that allows you to check the status of the machine from computers. Document Storage Card DM-128CF A Storage Card for using the Storage Memory function.
Appendix Specifications RISO MZ1090 Master-making/printing methods High-speed digital master-making/full automatic stencil printing Original Type Book (10 kg (22 lb) or less), sheet Original Size (max./min.) When using the Glass Platen : 50 mm × 90 mm (1 " × 3 ") - 310 mm ×...
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(Cylinder), Key Card Counter, Job Separator, RISO Network Card, Document Storage Card DM-128CF, RISO Controller IS300, RISO Stand D type (II), RISO Stand N type (II), Wide Stacking Tray, Cover Kit: Paper Feed/Ejection, Card Feed Kit, Envelope Feed Kit Power Source MZ1090U : 100-240V~, 50/60Hz <7.3/3.0A>...
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Appendix RISO MZ1070 Master-making/printing methods High-speed digital master-making/full automatic stencil printing Original Type Book (10 kg (22 lb) or less), sheet Original Size (max./min.) When using the Glass Platen : 50 mm × 90 mm (1 " × 3 ") - 310 mm × 432 mm (12 "...
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(Cylinder), Key Card Counter, Job Separator, RISO Network Card, Document Storage Card DM-128CF, RISO Controller IS300, RISO Stand D type (II), RISO Stand N type (II), Wide Stacking Tray, Cover Kit: Paper Feed/Ejection, Card Feed Kit, Envelope Feed Kit Power Source MZ1070E : 220-240V~, 50/60Hz <3.0A>...
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Appendix RISO MZ890 Master-making/printing methods High-speed digital master-making/full automatic stencil printing Original Type Book (10 kg (22 lb) or less), sheet Original Size (max./min.) When using the Glass Platen : 50 mm × 90 mm (1 " × 3 ") - 310 mm × 432 mm (12 "...
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(Cylinder), Key Card Counter, Job Separator, RISO Network Card, Document Storage Card DM-128CF, RISO Controller IS300, RISO Stand D type (II), RISO Stand N type (II), Wide Stacking Tray, Cover Kit: Paper Feed/Ejection, Card Feed Kit, Envelope Feed Kit Power Source MZ890U : 100-240V~, 50/60Hz <7.3/3.0A>...
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Appendix RISO MZ870 Master-making/printing methods High-speed digital master-making/full automatic stencil printing Original Type Book (10 kg (22 lb) or less), sheet Original Size (max./min.) When using the Glass Platen : 50 mm × 90 mm (1 " × 3 ") - 310 mm × 432 mm (12 "...
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(Cylinder), Key Card Counter, Job Separator, RISO Network Card, Document Storage Card DM-128CF, RISO Controller IS300, RISO Stand D type (II), RISO Stand N type (II), Wide Stacking Tray, Cover Kit: Paper Feed/Ejection, Card Feed Kit, Envelope Feed Kit Power Source MZ870A : 100-240V~, 50/60Hz <7.3/3.0A>...
Index Symbols Clear All ............60 , 61 Clearing Program ..........160 * Key ...............24 , 153 Clearing User Registration ........146 + Key ..............24 , 153 Clock/Calendar ............197 ×Key ...............24 , 153 Closing the Paper Feed Tray ........39 Numerics Closing the Paper Receiving Tray ......41 150ppm ..............
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Index Irregular Fitter ............196 Easy 2 color (colour) ........... 195 Easy 2Color (Colour) ..........99 Jam Error ............. 282 , 283 E-mail ..............188 Job ................33 Energy Saving Mode ........... 198 Job Information Display .........33 Enlarging/reducing ..........82 Job list display ............194 Enlarging/Reducing Originals .......
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Index Master Roll .............21 , 265 Paper Feed Pressure Adjustment Lever ....20 Master Roll Holder .........21 , 265 Paper Feed Tray ........20 , 38 , 39 Master-Making Key ..........25 Paper Guide ............38 Materials Not to Be Printed ........18 Paper Jam Error ..........
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RISO Network Card ..........316 Thermal Print Head ........21 , 277 RISO Printer Driver ..........14 Tips for Better Paper Feeding .......16 RISO Stand D type (II) ........316 Tone Curve .............75 RISO Stand N type (II) ........316 Tool Bar Position ..........200 RISO USB PRINT MANAGER ......
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Index Vertical Print Position Adjustment Indicator ..24 Vertical Print Position Adjustment Keys ....24 WAKE-UP Key ........25 , 44 , 49 , 57 Warning Message ..........294 White Sheet ............278 Zoom ..............67 , 70 047-36016-104...
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To Administrator To Administrator Canceling the Protect Setting Cancellation of the “Protect” setting should be always done by the administrator. Important!: • To attach more importance to security, cut out this page, which should be stored by the administrator. Touch [Admin.] on the Basic Screen Touch [Protect].
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