Printer Unit Type40 RCP40 Operating Instructions Printer Reference 1 Getting Started Installing the Printer Driver and Software Basic Printing For safe and correct use of this machine, please be sure to read the Safety Information in the Operating Instructions that comes with the machine before you use it.
Introduction This manual contains detailed instructions on the operation and maintenance of this machine. To get maximum versatility from this machine all operators should carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual. Please keep this manual in a handy place near the machine. Important Parts of this manual are subject to change without prior notice.
Manuals for This Machine The following manuals describe the operational procedures and maintenance of this machine. To enhance safe and efficient operation of this machine, all users should read and follow the instructions carefully. ❖ Printer Reference 1 (this manual) Describes the system settings, procedures and functions for using this machine. This manual is also included as a PDF file on the CD-ROM labeled “Printer Drivers and Utilities”.
How to Read This Manual Symbols In this manual, the following symbols are used: R WARNING: This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed, could result in death or serious injury. R CAUTION: This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed, may result in minor or moderate injury or damage to property. * The statements above are notes for your safety.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Manuals for This Machine ......................................................................................i How to Read This Manual .....................................................................................ii 1. Getting Started Printer Drivers for This Machine ..........................................................................1 Software and Utilities Included on the CD-ROM ................................................. 2 Guide to This Machine.....................
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1. Getting Started Printer Drivers for This Machine Printing requires installation of a printer driver for your operating system. The following drivers are included on the CD-ROM labeled “Printer Drivers and Utilities” that comes with the machine. Printer Language Raster Printer Language Operating system Windows 95 *1 √ Windows 98 *2 √ Windows Me √ *3 Windows 2000 √ *4 √ Windows XP *5 Windows NT 4.
Getting Started Software and Utilities Included on the CDROM 1 There is a CD-ROM that comes with the machine. The CD-ROM is labeled “Printer Drivers and Utilities”. The following items are included on the CDROM: ❖ SmartDeviceMonitor for Admin This utility is for the system administrator to manage printers on the network. Reference See SmartDeviceMonitor for Admin online Help for more information about using the SmartDeviceMonitor for Admin.
Guide to This Machine Guide to This Machine Note ❒ The location of keys and indicators vary depending on machine models, Type A and Type B. 1 Type A Control panel 1 2 3 4 5 Auto On Line lay Original Storage 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 ZDZS200N 1. {User Tools}} key 3. {Auto On Line}} key Press to change the default to meet your requirements. You can select whether the machine automatically switches to On Line mode when it receives data from a computer.
Getting Started 6. {Print}} key 12. Function keys Press to start printing. These keys correspond to the selectable items on the display panel. 7. {Start}} key 1 Press to start master making. 13. Data In indicator (Green) 8. {#}} key Indicates the status of this machine: • On: Data waiting for Master Making and printing is in the machine. • Blinking: Data is being received, or Master Making or printing is in progress. • Off: Master Making and printing are completed.
Guide to This Machine ❖ Common key explanations [OK] Confirms a function selection or an entered value. [Cancel] Cancels a function selection or an entered value and returns to the previous display. [Prev.][Next] When there are too many items to fit on the display panel, use these keys to move between pages. {~}{}}{|}{{}[← ←][→ →] Press to highlight items you wish to select on the display panel. [Select] Selects a value. [Exit] Returns to the previous display.
Getting Started Setting the size of paper The machine automatically detects the size of paper on Paper Feed Tray, and then the size of paper appears on the display panel. 1 Type B Control panel ZLKS010N 1. {User Tools}} key 4. Display Panel Press to change the default to meet your requirements. Shows operation status, error messages, and function menus. 2. {On Line}} key 5. {Cancel}} key Allows data on a computer to be printed on this machine (online status).
Guide to This Machine 9. {Print Start}} key 14. {Job Reset}} key Press to start printing. Press to cancel master making. 10. {Make Master}} key 15. Data In indicator (Green) Press to start master making. Press to confirm an entered value. Indicates the status of this machine: On: Data waiting for Master Making and printing is in the machine. Blinking: Data is being received, or Master Making or printing is in progress. Off: Master Making and printing are completed. 13. Number key 16.
Getting Started Offline/Online The screens displayed are different in the online status and offline status. 1 Note ❒ When the machine is offline, it cannot receive data from a computer. ❒ When the machine is online, it can receive data form a computer. 1. Paper Size 2. Print Size The size of paper on Paper Feed Tray is displayed. The paper size in the Paper Feed Tray can be selected. Note ❒ When “Auto” is selected, the paper size in the Paper Feed Tray will be automatically detected.
Network Settings Network Settings You can make the necessary network settings using the control panel of this machine. It is also possible to use “SmartDeviceMonitor for Admin” when making settings for IP addresses in environments you can use TCP/IP. 1 Setting on the Control Panel Make the settings for necessary items for the network environment you are going to use. The followings are the items that can be set as well as the factory settings: Item Factory settings IP Address 011.022.033.
Getting Started E Press [Next]. 1 F Set the IP address. A Select [5 IP Address] using the {~}, {}}, {|} or {{} key. B Press [OK]. The IP address setting screen appears. C Enter the IP address using the number keys. • You can change the numbers that are highlighted. • The cursor can be moved using the {~} key or the {}} key. • The numbers are entered 3 digits at a time. D Press [OK]. After finishing the IP address settings, the screen returns to the screen on step E.
Network Settings Valid method *1 Item ARP&RARP&BOOTP AP RA BO b b b DH 1 None (Factory Settings) b RARP+TFTP b BOOTP b RARP&BOOTP b b DHCP *1 The valid methods are in order from the left: ARP+PING, RARP+TFTP, BOOTP, DHCP. Note ❒ It is necessary to set the server when using RARP+TFTP, BOOTP, and DHCP. ❒ When setting the IP address on the control panel, use None. Reference See Network Printing Guide when using DHCP. D Press the [OK]. This completes the Network boot settings.
Getting Started Type B A Press the {User Tools}} key 1 The User Tools screen appears. B Select [6 Online Paramet's] using the {~} key or the {}} key. C Press the {OK}} key. The Online Parameter Settings items appear. D Set the IP address. A Select [5 IP Address] using the {~} key or the {}} key. B Press the {OK} } key. The IP address setting screen appears. C Enter the IP address using the number keys. • You can change the numbers that are highlighted.
Network Settings E If necessary, make the Network boot settings. A Select [7 Network] using the {~} key or {}} key. B Press the {OK} } key. The network boot settings screen appears. C Select the Network boot to be set using the {~} key or {}} key.
Getting Started F Press the {User Tools}} key. 1 A message “Parameter settings have been changed. You must restart the machine before the new settings take effect.” appears on the display panel. G Turn off and on the main power switch of the machine. The set items become valid. Other Settings The followings are other items you can set using the control panel besides the IP address and the Network boot: Note ❒ The settings are performed in Web Status Monitor or SmartDeviceMonitor for Admin.
Network Settings - About addresses ❖ Subnet mask Mask value for using one part of an IP Address as a network address. 1 ❖ Default gateway address Host or router address used as a gateway when negotiating with (printing, information gathering) a workstation on a different network. Note ❒ Check with your network administrator for the address to be set. ❒ If you do not know the address to be set, use the factory settings.
Getting Started Connecting the Machine ❖ Type A 1 2 1 ZGAH140E ❖ Type B 1 2 ZJXH150E 1. Ethernet Interface Connector for the 100BASE-TX or 10BASE-T cable used when connecting to the network. 16 2. Parallel Interface Connector for the parallel interface cable used when connecting to a computer.
Connecting the Machine Requirements Requirements 1 Before using this machine, make sure that all the environmental and electrical requirements have been met. Connect the machine to the host computer using the parallel port, Network Interface Board, or both. Make sure that all the cables, connectors, and electrical outlets necessary to attach the machine to the host computer or network are present. Important ❒ The interface cable is not supplied.
Getting Started Connecting the Network Cable to the Machine Important ❒ Before connecting an interface cable between the machine and a computer, make sure that the machine is not operating, and then turn off the main power switches of the machine and the computer. 1 ❒ Be sure to use the designated interface cable. Using another cable may cause radio interference. After setting up this machine to support the network environment, connect the Ethernet interface cable.
Connecting the Machine B Turn on the main power switch. ❖ Using the switches and understanding the LEDs ❖ Type A 1 1 2 3 ZJXH131E ❖ Type B 3 2 1 ZJXH141E 1. Is on while the Ethernet board is working properly. 3. Is on while the machine is properly connected to the network. 2. Is on while the 100BASE-TX is working, and off when the 10BASET is working.
Getting Started Connecting the Machine to the Host Using the Parallel Cable Connect the machine to the host computer using a parallel cable compliant with IEEE 1284 (available separately). Follow these steps to connect the machine to the host computer. 1 Important ❒ Before connecting an interface cable between the machine and a computer, make sure that the machine is not operating, and then turn off the main power switches of the machine and the computer. ❒ Be sure to use the designated interface cable.
2. Installing the Printer Driver and Software Installing the Printer Driver and Software This manual assumes that you are familiar with general Windows procedures and practices. If you are not, see the documentation that comes with Windows for details. Note ❒ In this manual, “CD-ROM” refers to the “Printer Drivers and Utilities” CDROM that comes with the machine unless specified otherwise. Reference For more information about the printer drivers, see p.1 “Printer Drivers for This Machine”.
Installing the Printer Driver and Software - Using the shared printer on Windows 2000/Windows XP or Windows NT 4.0 for Windows 95/98/Me Client or Windows NT 4.0 Client ❖ Windows 2000/Windows XP If you want to share the machine on Windows 2000/Windows XP, install the printer driver of Windows 95/98/Me or Windows NT 4.0 as an alternate driver. 2 ❖ Windows NT 4.0 If you want to share the machine on Windows NT 4.0, install the printer driver of Windows 95/98/Me as an alternate driver.
Installing the Raster Printer Language Printer Driver Installing the Raster Printer Language Printer Driver This section describes basic instructions for installing the Raster Printer Language printer driver. The actual procedure may vary depending on the operating system. Follow the appropriate procedure below. 2 Important ❒ When updating the printer driver by installing the latest version, you should uninstall the former version .
Installing the Printer Driver and Software L Click [OK]. A dialog box for selecting the machine model appears. M Click to select the name of the machine whose driver you want to install, and then click [Next]. Important ❒ Select the printer driver for your machine as shown.
Installing the Raster Printer Language Printer Driver A Close all applications that are currently running. B Click [Start] on the taskbar, point to [Settings], and then click [Printers]. The [Printers] window appears. Note ❒ With Windows XP Professional, access the [Printers and Faxes] window from [Start] on the taskbar. 2 ❒ With Windows XP Home Edition, access the [Printers and Faxes] window by clicking [Start] on the taskbar.
Installing the Printer Driver and Software M Click to select the name of the machine whose driver you want to install, and then click [Next]. A dialog box for changing the printer name appears. Important ❒ Select the printer driver for your machine as shown. Machine model 2 Machine resolution Priter driver Type A 600 dpi 600 dpi Type40 600 Type A 400 dpi 400 dpi Type40 400 A Type B 400 dpi Type40 400 B N Change the name of the machine if you want, and then click [Next].
Installing the Raster Printer Language Printer Driver Setting up options (Type A only) Limitation ❒ Changing the settings of the machine requires Manage Printers permission. Members of the Administrators and Power Users groups have Manage Printers permission by default. When you set up options, log on using an account that has Manage Printers permission. For details about access authority, see Help for Windows.
Installing the Printer Driver and Software Windows NT 4.0 - Installing the Raster Printer Language Printer Driver Preparation The Windows NT CD-ROM may be required during installation. Make sure to have the CD-ROM ready before installation. 2 Limitation ❒ Installing a printer driver requires Full Control access permission. Members of the Administrators, Server Operators, Print Operators, and Power Users groups have Full Control permission by default.
Installing the Raster Printer Language Printer Driver H Change the drive name in the list box to the name of the CD-ROM drive, and then click [Browse]. I Double-click [DRIVERS], and then [WINNT40]. Then double-click the folder of the appropriate language for the operating system. J Click [Open]. K Click [OK]. 2 A dialog box for selecting the machine model appears. L Click to select the name of the machine whose driver you want to install, and then click [Next].
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3. Basic Printing Printing Data from Your Computer on the Printer For general printing, printing done with the Auto On Line function is used as an example for explanation purposes. Note ❒ Auto On Line is a function that starts printing automatically once printing starts from a computer. Pressing the {Auto On Line} } key on the control panel lights its indicator and enables the function. Reference See Operating Instructions for information about operation details.
Basic Printing Printing without proof printing Note ❒ “Auto-Print after Master Making” in Auto On Line status is available to Windows 2000/XP only. A Click “Auto-Print after Master Making” in [Printer features], and then select “On” in the [Change Setting for] box. B Click [Apply], and then [OK]. C Enter the number of prints required, and select the print range. D Click [OK] to start printing. 3 When the machine receives data from the computer, it enters the online status and Data In indicator flashes.
Printing Data from Your Computer on the Printer E Check the result of the proof print. F Press the {Print}} key (When using Type B, press the {Print Start}} key). Printing starts. Note ❒ To stop the machine during printing, press the {Clear/Stop} } key. If there is incoming data from the computer to the machine, press [Job Reset] (When using Type B, press the {Job Reset} } key) to clear it.
Basic Printing ❖ Type B When a print job acquires “waiting” status during printing, these three displays will appear repeatedly. 3 A Press the {Print Start}} key. Note ❒ When the printing is finished, the machine starts master making and printing the next jobs. When all jobs are printed, the initial display returns. Changing the Number of Prints During Printing You can change the number of prints on the machine while it is printing. Important ❒ Change the number of prints for individual pages.
Printing Data from Your Computer on the Printer Printing (Master Making) with the Different Size of Paper from the Original When printing data with the different size of paper from the original, an error message will appears on the machine's display panel, however, you can print it forcibly. Type A A Print data from your computer. 3 The error message appears. B Press [MakeMstr]. The status message appears. C Set the paper to use on Paper Feed Tray, and then press [OK].
INDEX A Access Control, 15 Access control address, 14 Access control mask, 14 Auto On Line key Type A, 3 Type B, 6 C Cancel key (Type B), 6 Cancel (Type A), 5 Clear Modes/Energy Saver key Type A, 3 Type B, 6 Clear/Stop key Type A, 4 Type B, 7 Connecting the Machine, 16 Control panel Type A, 3 Type B, 6 D Data In indicator (Green) Type A, 4 Type B, 7 Default gateway address, 14 Display, 4 Display Panel Type A, 3 Type B, 6 Display panel, 4 E Error indicator (Red) Type A, 4 Type B, 7 Ethernet Interface, 16
R Raster Printer Language, 1 Windows 2000, Install, 24 Windows 95/98/Me, Install, 23 Windows NT 4.0, Install, 28 Windows XP, Install, 24 S Select (Type A), 5 SmartDeviceMonitor for Admin, 2 SmartDeviceMonitor for Client, 2 Start key (Type A), 4 Subnet mask, 14 U User Tools key Type A, 3 Type B, 6 V Valid protocol, 14 W Windows 2000 Raster Printer Language, Install, Windows 95/98/Me Raster Printer Language, Install, Windows NT 4.
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Note to users in the United States of America Notice: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Printer Unit Type40 RCP40 Operating Instructions Printer Reference 1 EN USA C624-8617
