ab Micrographics and Document Systems AGFA SR 24 iT Operator's Manual Digital Microfilm Scanner/Printer AGFA/MDS/May 2002 AgfaSR24iT_OM_GB.
0820771003.book Page 1 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM SAFETY INFORMATION This section contains detailed instructions on the operation and maintenance of this machine. To achieve optimum utility of this device, all operators should carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual. Please keep this manual in a handy place near the machine. Please read the next section before using this device. It contains important information related to user safety and preventing equipment problems.
0820771003.book Page 2 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM • Do not modify this product, as a fire, electrical shock, or breakdown could result. If the product employs a laser, the laser beam source could cause blindness. • Do not attempt to remove the covers and panels which have been fixed to the product. Some products have a high-voltage part or a laser beam source inside that could cause an electrical shock or blindness. • Only use the power cord supplied in the package.
0820771003.book Page 3 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM • If this product becomes inordinately hot or emits smoke, or unusual odor or noise, immediately turn OFF the power switch, unplug the power cord from the power outlet, and then call your authorized service representative. If you keep on using it as is, a fire or electrical shock could result.
0820771003.book Page 4 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM • Do not use flammable sprays, liquids, or gases near this product, as a fire could result. • Do not leave a toner unit or drum unit in a place within easy reach of children. Licking or ingesting any of these things could injure your health. • Do not let any object plug the ventilation holes of this product. Heat could accumulate inside the product, resulting in a fire or malfunction.
0820771003.book Page 5 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM • Always use this product in a well ventilated location. Operating the product in a poorly ventilated room for an extended period of time could injure your health. Ventilate the room at regular intervals. • Whenever moving this product, be sure to disconnect the power cord and other cables. Failure to do this could damage the cord or cable, resulting in a fire, electrical shock, or breakdown.
0820771003.book Page 6 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM Routine Precautions • Do not store toner units, PC drum units, and other supplies and consumables in a place subject to direct sunlight and high temperature and humidity, as poor image quality and malfunction could result. • Do not attempt to replace the toner unit and PC drum unit in a place exposed to direct sunlight. If the PC drum is exposed to intense light, poor image quality could result.
0820771003.book Page i Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM i Welcome Thank you for choosing AGFA's SR24iT Digital Microfilm Scanner /Printer Our desire has always been to bring you highly reliable products that excell in quality. We pledge to continue to provide you, with our state of-the-art products and services. This operator’s manual explains how to operate the unit and replenish its supplies. It also gives some troubleshooting tips as well as general precautions to be observed when operating the unit.
0820771003.book Page ii Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM ii Notes to Operators and Key Operators The following safety rules should be observed: [1] The unit should be kept free from moisture, dirt, dust and exposure to heat and direct sunlight at all times. [2] Keep hands, hair and clothing away from rollers and other moving parts. [3] Before removing the Projection Lamp Unit, confirm that the machine is turned “OFF”. [4] Be sure that the proper voltage is used and that the machine is well grounded.
0820771003.book Page iii Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM iii Safety Information (SR24 iT Laser Printer) Laser Safety This printer is a page printer which operates by means of a laser. There is no possibility of danger from the laser, provided the printer is operated according to the instructions provided in this manual. Since radiation emitted by the laser is completely confined within protective housing, the laser beam cannot escape from the machine during any phase of user operation.
0820771003.book Page iv Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM iv Safety Information (Laser Printer) For Denmark ADVARSEL: Usynlig laserstråling ved åbning, når sikkerhedsafbrydere er ude af funktion. Undgå udsttelse for stråling. Klasse 1 laser produkt der opfylder IEC60825 sikkerheds kravene. For Finland, Sweden VAROITUS!: Laitteen käyttäminen muulla kuin tässä käyttöohjeessa mainitulla tavalla saattaa altistaa käyttäjän turvallisuusluokan 1 ylittävälle näkymättömälle lasersäteilylle.
0820771003.book Page v Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM v Safety Information Laser Printer For Norway ADVARSEL: Dersum apparatet brukes på annen måte enn spesifisert i denne bruksanvisning, kan brukeren utsettes for unsynlig laserstråling som overskrider grensen for laser klasse 1. Dette er en halvleder laser. Maksimal effeckt til laserdiode er 8.8 × 10-4W og bolgelengde er 770-810 nm.
0820771003.book Page vi Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM vi Safety Information Laser Printer) OZONE RELEASE (For all Users) During printer operation, a small quantity of ozone is released. This amount is not large enough to cause any adverse affects or harm. However, be sure the room where the machine is being used has adequate ventilation, especially if you are printing a high volume of materials, or if the machine is being used continuously over a long period.
0820771003.book Page vii Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM vii Contents Chapter 1 Safety Notes 1. Installation Precautions .......................................................... 1-2 Installation Site .................................................................. 1-2 Power Source ..................................................................... 1-2 Grounding .......................................................................... 1-2 Space Requirements ..........................................
0820771003.book Page viii Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM viii Contents 13. Selecting the Output Format .............................................. 2-25 Selecting the paper source ............................................... 2-25 Selecting the print format ................................................. 2-26 14. Using Auto Masking .......................................................... 2-27 Selecting Auto Masking ...................................................
0820771003.book Page ix Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM ix Contents SR24 iT+ A4 Laser Printer .............................................. 4-4 2. Initial Settings List ................................................................. 4-5 3. System Care ........................................................................... 4-8 Cleaning the Scanner ......................................................... 4-8 Cleaning the A3/A4 Laser Printer .....................................
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0820771003.book Page 1 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM Safety Notes Chapter 1 1-1 Chapter 1 Safety Notes This chapter provides precautions for use, a description of the operating environment and conditions as well as instructions on how to turn the system ON and OFF.
0820771003.book Page 2 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 1-2 1. Installation Precautions Safety Notes Chapter 1 Installation Site Placement of the unit in the environment described below will ensure optimal performance throughout the long life of service for which it was designed. ! A well-ventilated place. ! An area which is free from ammonia or other organic gases. ! A place which has easy access to a power outlet so that the unit may be easily plugged in and unplugged.
0820771003.book Page 3 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 1-3 1. Installation Precautions There should be a clearance of the following dimensions between the wall and the rear of the unit as well as it’s right and left sides to provide ample space for the ventilation ports to dissipate heat.
0820771003.book Page 4 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 1-4 1. Installation Precautions For ease of operation, maintenance and replenishment of supplies, the minimum clearance diagrammed below is required. Install the unit in an area that allows easy access.
0820771003.book Page 5 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 1-5 1. Installation Precautions Operating Environment 10 °C to 35 °C (50 °F to 95 °F) with a fluctuation of 10 °C (18°F) per hour. 15% to 85% with a fluctuation of 20% per hour. Using the Printer To ensure the optimum performance of the printer, follow the precautions listed below: ! ! ! ! NEVER open any Cover, or turn OFF the printer during printing. NEVER bring any magnetized object or flammable gas or liquid close to the printer.
0820771003.book Page 6 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 1-6 2. Turning the Power On and Off 1 Press the Power Switch of the scanner to the I (ON) position. 2 Press the Power Switch of the printer to the I (ON) position. 3 The Control Panel displays a blinking “1” and the machine starts to warm up. The machine is ready to read data when the “1” stops blinking.
0820771003.book Page 7 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 1-7 2. Turning the Power On and Off Press the Power Switch of the scanner to the O (OFF) position. NOTE The printer and scanner can be turned ON and OFF at the same time by employing a cord that is equipped with an on/off switch saving both time and energy. * Make sure that all cords used comply with the specified ratings of the unit.
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0820771003.book Page 1 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM Chapter 2 Scanner This chapter identifies different parts of the Scanner and explains its operation.
0820771003.book Page 2 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-2 1. System Overview SR24 iT Scanner Projection Lens Single Lens Chapter 2 7.
0820771003.book Page 3 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-3 1. System Overview System Configuration This Scanner is configured with both a Printer [video] & PC [SCSI] Interface. Scanner Chapter 2 Printer Mode (SR24iT + Choice of [2] Laser Printers) The Scanner is connected to a dedicated printer, allowing scanned images to be printed out directly. NOTE Each SR24iT is designed exclusively for use with its respective Printer.
0820771003.book Page 4 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-4 Scanner Chapter 2 2. Parts of the SR24iT Scanner/Printer Screen: The image taken from the film is projected here for viewing. The frame on the Screen marks the data reading range. Control Panel: Many operations are controlled from the keys and indicators provided here. Image Rotation Knob: Used to turn the Prism Unit built into the Scanner, turning the image on the Screen.
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0820771003.book Page 6 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-6 3. Control Panel Keys and Indicators Size Selection Key: Select the paper feeding source according to the format of the film image that is being reflected in the screen. Chapter 2 : when this lamp is lit: A 90 degree image rotation is performed during printing. The image on the screen will be rotated 90 degrees.
0820771003.book Page 7 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-7 3. Control Panel Keys and Indicators Centering: Places a screen image that had been searched using Auto masking or an image that has been trimmed in the center of the page. Fit: Enlarges a screen image that had been searched using Auto masking or an image that has been trimmed to fit the page. *When Masking is selected or when the Scanner is connected to the PC, this mode cannot be used.
0820771003.book Page 8 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-8 3. Control Panel Keys and Indicators Masking Key: When pressed, this key rotates from OFF to the Auto, Trimming or Masking functions. Each time this key is pressed, selection is switched in order of "OFF → Auto Masking → Manual Trimming → Manual Masking → OFF." Chapter 2 Auto Masking: The Auto Masking function will omit the frame (non-image area) of a printed film image.
0820771003.book Page 9 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-9 3. Control Panel Keys and Indicators Film Type Key: Rotates between Auto, Nega, and Posi each time the key is pressed. 1) Auto: The scanner automatically determines between the film type options of negative or positive for print production. Exposure Adjustment Keys: Use this key to adjust the image density of the image to be printed during the Auto or Manual Exposure mode.
0820771003.book Page 10 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-10 3. Control Panel Keys and Indicators Memory Input Key: To store one of the following functions into the memory of the Scanner, first set one of the functions on Control Panel and then press this button with the head of a pen or other device. The next time the scanner is turned ON, that function will appear as a default setting until a new one is entered. (Maximum three kind of setting can be memorized.
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0820771003.book Page 12 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-12 3. Control Panel Keys and Indicators When this key is pressed together with the Shift Key, the illumination of the screen is adjusted. When this key is continuously pressed, the screen is gradually darkened until it is turned OFF. When any key is pressed then, the illumination returns to the maximum level. Resolution Key: When this key is pressed together with the Shift Key, the resolution of the Scanner is set.
0820771003.book Page 13 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-13 3. Control Panel Keys and Indicators When (Misfeed/Call-Tech.-Rep. Code) Lights up This indicates that a paper misfeed or malfunction has occurred in the system. Check the code shown on the Multi-Print Display and perform the misfeed clearing procedure or the Call your Technical Department. The Projection Lamp is burned out. Replace the lamp. ☞ See p. 2-32. * If the lamp goes out during a print cycle, a blank print may be output.
0820771003.book Page 14 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-14 3. Control Panel Keys and Indicators Call-Tech.Rep.Procedure A malfunction has occurred in the system.
0820771003.book Page 15 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-15 4. Image Processing Functions Description Auto Masking (1 Frame) The system masks the black bands that run along the edges of the image. Trimming (1 Frame) The system masks everything but the center of the image. * The Manual Frame Masking Kit (option) is required. Masking (1 Frame) The system masks the center of the image appearing on the screen through the Manual Frame Masking Panel function.
0820771003.book Page 16 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-16 4. Image Processing Functions Screen Image Print Image Description The machine automatically determines the format (portrait or landscape) of the image on the Screen and prints it as necessary. If you would like to use this function, please contact your authorized Technical Representative. Image Zoom The system magnifies the screen image according to the size of paper being used. The range of magnification is 1.55x for Ledger, 1.
0820771003.book Page 17 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-17 5. Printing/Scanning Here is an outline of the printing procedure: 1. Load the film The procedure for loading film is determined by the type of Film Carrier (optional) that is being used. Review the Operator’s Manual that came with your Film Carrier for more information. 3. Select the Connection Mode ☞ See page 2-34 Select either PC connection mode or PR connection mode. 4. Zooming, focusing and image rotation ☞ See page 2-20, 2-21.
0820771003.book Page 18 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-18 6. Selecting a Projection Lens Projection Lenses come in the following four types. Select the one that corresponds to the film being used. Projection Lens Types Type 1: 7.5× Type 1: 9 to 16× Type 2: 13 to 27× Chapter 2 Type 3: 23 to 50× 35mm Scanner Scanning Size A4 (8.
0820771003.book Page 19 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-19 7. Replacing the Projection Lens Take hold of the Prism Holder Lever and pull it up to raise the Prism Holder. 4 Pull out the Brightness Select Lever and slide it to a position appropriate for the type of the Projection Lens loaded in the machine. The lever should click into position. NOTE Brightness on the Screen is uneven it the Brightness Select Lever is not placed in a position corresponding to the type of the Projection Lens being used.
0820771003.book Page 20 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-20 8. Zooming and Focusing Zooming of the Screen Image Rotate the Zooming Ring Dial to bring the image on the Screen into print size frame. 2 Marked on the Screen are the size frame markers corresponding to the paper size A4 (8.5"× 11"). Zoom the film image so that it fits inside the markers. Scanner Chapter 2 1 A4 (8.5" × 11") Width A4 (8.
0820771003.book Page 21 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-21 9. Image Rotation To turn the image on the Screen, turn the Image Rotation Knob. Turn the Image Rotation Knob on the bottom right of the Screen Frame to turn the image. The greater the turning angle of the Image Rotation Knob, the faster the turning speed. Auto Skew Correction If the Auto Skew Correction Key is turned ON, the system will automatically correct any skew of the image when printed.
0820771003.book Page 22 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-22 10. Selecting the Film Type Auto 1 Posi (positive film) The system will automatically determine the polarity of the film being used when Auto is selected with the Film Type key. Nega/Posi Scanner Chapter 2 Auto Nega Posi Film Type NOTE • The system cannot determine the polarity of certain types of film. Should this occur, the film type should be selected manually.
0820771003.book Page 23 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-23 11. Selecting the Image Density 2 Depress the Exposure Mode Select Button as necessary to select the Auto Exposure Mode. The LED to the left of the key lights up green when the Auto Exposure mode is selected. 1 Depress the Exposure Mode Select Button as necessary to select the Manual Exposure mode. The LED to the left of the key lights down green when the Auto Exposure mode is selected.
0820771003.book Page 24 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-24 12. Setting the Number of Prints to be Made To Entry the Number of Prints Set the desired number using the Multi-Print Key. Scanner Chapter 2 NOTE This function is only available when using the Printer mode. The number that can be entered is 19 max. Correcting Entry To correct an entry, depress the Clean Button, which resets the number on the Multi-Print Display to “1”.
0820771003.book Page 25 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-25 13. Selecting the Output Format Press the Output Selection Key to select the paper source and print format. Output Selection Tray Chapter 2 Cassette1 Cassette2 Selecting the paper source Tray: Prints the film image on paper from the print tray. Scanner Cassette 1: Prints the film image on paper from the cassette 1. Cassette 2: Prints the film image on paper from the cassette 2. (When the Tray and Cassette 1 indicators are both lit.
0820771003.book Page 26 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-26 13. Selecting the Output Format Selecting the print format Display Paper Feeding Light OFF Lengthwise Prints the on-screen lengthwise area. Crosswise Prints the on-screen crosswise area. Lengthwise Prints the on-screen crosswise area. Crosswise Prints the on-screen lengthwise area.
0820771003.book Page 27 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-27 14. Using Auto Masking The Auto Masking function prevents the frame (non-image area) of a film image from appearing on the print. Selecting Auto Masking Auto Masking Manual Operating Conditions for Auto Masking A. The image area of the screen must provide at least 45mm horizontally and vertically. B. The width of the frame to be masked must be at least 10mm.
0820771003.book Page 28 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-28 Scanner Chapter 2 15. Manual Masking Panels (Optional) Vertical Area Indication Panel: Use to specify the vertical print/scan area of the image on the screen. There are 42 lights placed at 7mm intervals. The lights create a pattern when lit specifying the area on the screen that will be printed. Vertical Area Clear Key: Press to clear a previously specified vertical print/scan area.
0820771003.book Page 29 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-29 16. Using Manual Masking The optional Manual Frame Masking Kit allows you to specify an area for printing of the displayed image through two separate features, Trimming and Masking. 1 Press the (manual) Masking key to select (Trimming). Auto Defining the Print Area 1 Define the end points for both the vertical and horizontal areas of the image on the screen using the green lights on the area indication panels.
0820771003.book Page 30 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-30 16. Using Manual Masking Clearing a Defined Print/Scan Area Press the Vertical and Horizontal Area Clear keys to clear the defined print/scan area. 1: Horizontal Area Clear Key 2: Vertical Area Clear Key Scanner Chapter 2 1 Selecting Masking Press the (manual) Masking key to select of the image. (Masking) when you want to mask a given area The basic operation for manual Masking is similar to Trimming.
0820771003.book Page 31 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-31 17. Using Centering and Fit Once the image on the Screen has been either “manually trimmed” or “auto masked”, the Image Centering function moves the image to the center of the print. The Fit function however, fits the image on the Screen onto the entire surface of the print. Screen Image Print Image Centering: ON Fit: OFF Fit: ON Centering Fit Centering 1 Fit Press the Centering/Fit key to turn ON Centering and then press the Start key.
0820771003.book Page 32 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-32 18. Using the Cycle Print Mode This function automatically scans the next image following a preset period of time. Images are manually loaded onto the Carrier Glass in between cycles. Specifying the interval between scanning operations 1 Press the Multi-Print Key to change the value to “A”. This enables the Cycle Print Mode. Press the Multi-Print Key to set the interval of time between scan operations. (Refer to the diagram below).
0820771003.book Page 33 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-33 18. Using the Cycle Print Mode Operating in the Cycle Print Mode 1 After entering the Cycle Print Mode, press the Start key to start. While the pause function is enabled, it is possible to exit the Cycle Print Mode by pressing the Clear key a second time (the value displayed in the “No. of Copies” display will change to a “1”.
0820771003.book Page 34 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-34 19. Selecting the Connection Mode The Scanner can be switched between Printer mode and PC modes if connected to a PC). * For the connection to the PC, the optional interface cable kit is required. Hold down the Shift Key and the PC/PR Key together for over one second. Scanner Chapter 2 1 PC/PR Shift PC mode: When the display is switched from Multi-Print to PC, connection to the PC is valid.
0820771003.book Page 35 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-35 20. Selecting the Resolution The resolution for scanning or printing can be selected. 1 Press the Shift Key and the Resolution Key together. The present resolution is displayed. Resolusion Shift Press the Resolution Key while holding down the Shift Key to set the resolution.
0820771003.book Page 36 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-36 21. Registering the Job Program The present setting state can be registered in up to 3 program registration locations (1J, 2J and 3J). Chapter 2 1 Press the Memory Input Key in the Setting mode. 1J starts blinking. Scanner Memory Input Key To change the program registration location, press the Multi-Print Key. The display is switched in order of 1J → 2J → 3J →1J.
0820771003.book Page 37 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-37 22. Calling the Job Program The registered Job program can be called. Press the Shift Key and the Job Recall Key together. Job Recall 2 Each time the Job Recall Key is pressed while the Shift Key is held down, the display is switched in order of 1J → 2J → 3J. 3 When the desired setting is displayed, unhand the keys.
0820771003.book Page 38 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-38 23. Using the Electrical Zoom In addition to the zooming by the Lens, the Electrical Zoom function has been provided for magnifying the image when it is printed. Zoom + Chapter 2 When the Zoom+ key is pressed together with the Shift Key, the magnification is increased by an increment of 0.01X (up to 2.00X).
0820771003.book Page 39 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-39 23. Using the Electrical Zoom Clearing the Zoom magnification Zoom clr Shift The standard magnification is fixed according to the selected paper size. Paper size A3 B4 A4 B5 Ledger Legal Letter Standard magnification 1.41x 1.22x 1.00x 1.00x 1.55x 1.27x 1.00x NOTE When the Zoom magnification is changed, the display is made in the Multi-Print Display as follows.
0820771003.book Page 40 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-40 24. Adjusting the Illumination of the Screen The illumination of the screen can be adjusted. Scanner Chapter 2 1 Hold down the Shift Key and the Illumination Key together to adjust the illumination of the screen. Shift The screen is gradually darkened until it is turned OFF. When any key is pressed, the illumination returns to the maximum level.
0820771003.book Page 41 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-41 25. Replacing the Projection Lamp CAUTION Do not touch with bare hand and extremely hot Projection Lamp immediately after the machine has been turned OFF. 1 Place the Power Switch in the OFF position and slide the Projection Unit out of the machine. 2 Remove the Projection Lamp from the Lamp Holder. 3 Remove the Projection Lamp from the Lamp Socket.
0820771003.book Page 42 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 2-42 25. Replacing the Projection Lamp Insert a new Projection Lamp so that the mark on its base is facing upwards. Make sure that the new Projection Lamp is inserted securely so that there is no gap between the Projection Lamp and the Lamp Socket. 6 Slide the Projection Unit back into the machine. NOTE If the Projection Unit is not properly installed, power will not be supplied and the machine will not operate.
0820771003.book Page 1 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM A3/A4 Laser Printer This chapter identifies the different parts of the system and explains the laser printer’s operational procedures.
0820771003.book Page 2 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 3-2 A3/A4 Printer Chapter 3 1. Parts of the Printer Upper Unit Lock Release Lever: Use to open the Upper Unit. Power Indicator: Light indicates when the Printer is turned ON. Print Tray: Prints are output from the Printer, face down onto this tray which can hold up to 500 sheets of standard paper. Paper Guides: Slide the guides to secure the paper stack. Paper Feeding Tray: (Tray) Capable of holding up to 150 sheets of A4 (8.
0820771003.book Page 3 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 3-3 A3/A4 Printer Chapter 3 1. Parts of the Printer Upper Unit: Open to replace the Imaging Cartridge and to clear misfed sheets of paper. Image Transfer Roller: Transfers the image onto the sheet of paper. Be careful to avoid touching it with your bare hands. Fusing Unit: Permanently fixes the image onto the sheet of paper. Interface Connectors: Facilitates connections for the Scanner.
0820771003.book Page 4 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 3-4 2. Troubleshooting and Maintenance Replenishing the Paper Supply Use only the following types of paper: Type Plain and recycled paper weight (60 to 90 g/m2 or 16 to 24 lbs.) Size Standard sizes: A3, B4, A4 (11" × 17", 8.5" × 11", 8.5" × 14") A3/A4 Printer Chapter 3 Capacity Paper Feeding Tray: A4 or 8.5" × 11" plain and recycled paper Up to 150 sheets Paper Cassette: A3,B4, A4 or 8.5" × 11", 11" × 8.
0820771003.book Page 5 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 3-5 2. Troubleshooting and Maintenance Loading Paper into the Paper Feeding Tray (Tray) Swing down the Paper Feeding Tray. 2 Fan the paper stack thoroughly and align the edges. NOTE • Make sure that the paper stack does not exceed the Maximum Level Indicator. • Load a new paper stack only after the old one has run out. Close the Paper Feeding Tray.
0820771003.book Page 6 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 3-6 2. Troubleshooting and Maintenance Loading Paper in the Paper Cassette 1 Pull the cassette out of the Printer and open the Cover. NOTE • Make sure that the paper stack does not exceed the Maximum Level Indicator. • Load a new paper stack only after the old one has run out. 2 Press down the Paper Lifting Plate until it locks. Fan the paper stack thoroughly, align the edges, and place the paper in the cassette.
0820771003.book Page 7 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 3-7 2. Troubleshooting and Maintenance Open the upper unit by pulling the Upper Unit Lock Release Lever forward. 4 Remove the seal from the Imaging Cartridge by pulling it steadily straight out. 2 Remove the old Imaging Cartridge from the printer. 5 Shake the Imaging Cartridge four or five more times as shown to evenly distribute the toner inside. 3 Take a new Imaging Cartridge out of the box.
0820771003.book Page 8 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 3-8 2. Troubleshooting and Maintenance A3/A4 Printer Chapter 3 7 Close the Upper Unit. NOTE Push the Print Tray in before opening the Upper Unit.
0820771003.book Page 9 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 3-9 2. Troubleshooting and Maintenance Clearing Misfeeds • If the Misfeed Code (P0) lights up: The Paper Feeding Tray is loaded with paper other than A4 or (8.5"×11"). Load A4 or (8.5"×11") paper in the tray and open and close the Upper Unit. • If the Misfeed Code (P1, P2, or P3) lights up: A misfeed has occurred in the Printer. Clear the sheet of misfed paper by following the procedure given below.
0820771003.book Page 10 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 3-10 2. Troubleshooting and Maintenance Clearing a Misfeed from the Paper Cassette Open the Upper Unit by pulling the Upper Unit Lock Release Lever forward. Chapter 3 1 A3/A4 Printer NOTE Push the Print Tray in before opening the Upper Unit. 2 3 Remove the sheet(s) of paper that caused the misfeed as shown. 4 Check that no misfed paper is left in the Printer and then reinstall the Imaging Cartridge. 5 Close the Upper Unit.
0820771003.book Page 11 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 3-11 2. Troubleshooting and Maintenance Clearing a Misfeed from inside the Printer NOTE Push the Print Tray in before opening the Upper Unit. 2 Remove the Imaging Cartridge. 4 If the misfeed occurred after the sheet of paper entered the Fusing Unit, gently pull the misfed sheet toward you and out as shown.
0820771003.book Page 12 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 3-12 2. Troubleshooting and Maintenance Solving Printing Problems Use the following procedures to fix minor printing problems. If print quality does not improve after implementing the procedures below, contact your authorized dealer.
0820771003.book Page 13 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 3-13 2. Troubleshooting and Maintenance A B CD E F A B CD E F A B CD E F A B CD E F A B CD E F Blank print Action Toner in the Imaging Car- Remove the Imaging Cartridge is not evenly distrib- tridge, shake it several uted. times and replace. The Printer has malfunc- Contact your autioned. thorized dealer.
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0820771003.book Page 1 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 4-1 This chapter contains the specifications of the unit as well as provides care and maintenance instructions.
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0820771003.book Page 5 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 4-5 2. Initial Settings List This system offers two types of settings: one is the user settings that are made by the user on the control panel and the other is the system settings that are made by the authorized dealer. Here is a list of factory settings for these two setting types.
0820771003.book Page 6 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 4-6 2. Initial Settings List Miscellaneous Chapter 4 System Settings Description Selection Initial Setting Auto Skew Correction Retain Determines whether or not to retain the original (uncorrected) skew of a screen image after the print has been made.
0820771003.book Page 7 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 4-7 2. Initial Settings List Selection Initial Setting The print funcAfter a toner empty condition is detected, tion at the time of this function allows you to select either to Toner Empty stop printing or continue printing detection (PR mode only) Disable Print √ Auto Film Format Select print function (PR mode only) Enable The Auto Format Select Print Function is enable or disable through the control panel.
0820771003.book Page 8 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 4-8 3. System Care The system should be cleaned on a daily basis for optimal operating conditions. Cleaning the Scanner Screen Miscellaneous Chapter 4 1 With a damp cloth, clean and remove any dust or debris from the surface of the Screen. NOTE NEVER use alcohol or any other solvent when cleaning to avoid causing damage to the Screen or erasing the frame size markers.
0820771003.book Page 9 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 4-9 3. System Care Cleaning the A3/A4 Laser Printer Clean the Printer at regular intervals. NOTE • Before cleaning the Printer, turn OFF the power and unplug the cord from the power outlet. • Use a soft cloth and NEVER use abrasives or corrosive detergents. Exterior Panels Chapter 4 Clean the exterior panels with a soft, dry cloth. A damp cloth and a mild home detergent can be used for heavier cleaning.
0820771003.book Page 10 Monday, March 19, 2001 2:49 PM 4-10 For Key Operator’s Use Only When you need to call for service, the Key Operator should be prepared to provide the following information to your authorized Dealer. 1. Your Company Name, Address, Telephone Number, Department Name, Floor Number, Machine Location, etc. 2. Model Name, Serial Number, Condition or System(s) Indication(s) on the Display, etc. For your reference purpose. SR24iT Model Name A3/A4 Laser Printer A4 Laser Printer Serial No.
