Kyocera TASKalfa 221 User Manual

							Appendix-1
Appendix
This appendix explains the following topics.
• Paper
• Glossary
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Paper
Basic Specifications of Paper
This machine is designed for printing on paper for ordinary xerographic copiers and page printers 
(standard paper). This machine also supports other types of paper as long as they meet the 
standards explained in this chapter.
Since use of unsuitable paper may cause paper jams or wrinkling of paper, be careful about 
selection of paper.
Transparencies, labels, and envelopes mu st be fed from the multi purpose tray.
Notes• Some types of recycled paper may not satisfy the  basic specifications shown in the table below 
because some basic conditions such as moisture content and pulp content do not satisfy the 
specifications required for using the paper in  this machine. Consequently, for using recycled 
paper, purchase a small amount of paper and perfo rm trial copying. Select a type of which the 
print result is good and paper powder is not extremely much.
• For problems caused by use of off-specificat ion paper, Kyocera Mita shall not be liable.
Available Paper Types
Use copy paper for normal xerographic copiers and page printers (standard paper). The paper 
quality has an influence on print quality. Satisfac tory print result cannot be obtained from poor 
quality paper.
Basic Paper Specifications
The table below summarizes the basic specifications  of paper that can be used in this machine. 
Details are given on the subsequent pages.
Proper Paper Selection
This section describes the guideline for selecting paper.
Paper Conditions
Do not use paper with folded edges, curls, smudges,  tears, lint or surface roughness or paper that is 
easily torn. Using such paper may cause poor prin t quality as well as paper jams due to improper 
paper feed, resulting in shortening of product life . Select paper with smooth and even surface. Do 
not use paper with surface coating or other surf ace treatment because such paper may damage the 
drum or the fixing unit.
Paper Composition
Do not use paper with surface coating such as ar t paper, paper with surface treatment, or paper 
containing plastic or carbon. The heat causes su ch paper to emit toxic gases or to damage the 
drum.
Standard paper should have at least an 80 % pulp content. The percentage of cotton and other 
fibers should not exceed 20 %. Item Specifications
Weight Cassette: 64 to 105 g/m² 
Multi purpose tray: 45 to 160 g/m²
Thickness 0.086 to 0.110 mm
Dimensional tolerance ±0.7 mm
Squareness of corners 90 ° ±0.2 °
Moisture content 4 to 6 %
Grain direction Long (paper feed direction)
Pulp content 80 % or more
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Paper Sizes
The following table lists the sizes of paper that can be used in the cassette or multi purpose tray.
The dimensional tolerances are ±0.7 mm for both length and width of paper. The corner angles must 
be 90 ° ±0.2 °.
Smoothness
Although paper should have smooth and even surf aces, do not use paper with surface coating. 
Paper with too smooth surfaces may cause multip le-sheet feeding, resulting in paper jams.
Basis weight
Basis weight is the weight of pa per expressed in grams per square  meter (g/m²). Paper that is too 
heavy or too light may cause feed errors or paper jams as well as premature wear of the product. 
Uneven weight of paper, namely uneven paper thi ckness may cause multiple-sheet feeding or print 
quality problems such as blurring because of poor toner fusing.
The recommended basis weight is between 60 and 105 g/m² (16 and 28 lb/ream) for the cassette 
and between 45 and 160 g/m² (12 and 42 lb/ream) for the multi purpose tray.
Thickness
Paper used by the printer should be neither too th ick nor too thin. If multiple-sheet feed or frequent 
paper jams occur, the paper may be too thin. Also  if the paper is too thick, paper jams may occur. 
The recommended thickness of a sheet for this printer is between 0.086 and 0.110 mm.
Moisture Content
Moisture content is expressed with  the percentage of moisture relative to dryness. Moisture affects 
paper feeding, electrostatic properties, and toner fusing onto the paper.
The moisture content of paper varies with the relati ve humidity in the room. If the room is too humid 
and paper absorbs more moisture, the edges may swell and the paper may become wavy. If the 
room is too dry and the paper loses moisture, the  edges shrink and tighten, and the print contrast 
may be degraded. Multi purpose tray  Cassette or multi purpose tray
B6R (128 × 182 mm) A3 (297 × 420 mm)
A6R (105 × 148 mm) B4 (257 × 364 mm)
Postcard (100 × 148 mm) A4 (297 × 210 mm)
Return postcard (148 × 200 mm) A4R (210 × 297 mm)
Executive (7
1/4×101/2) B5 (257 × 182 mm)
Envelope DL (110 × 220 mm) B5R (182 × 257 mm)
Envelope C5 (162 × 229 mm) A5R (148 × 210 mm)
Envelope C4 (229 × 324 mm) Folio (210 × 330 mm)
ISO B5 (176 × 250 mm) 11 × 17 (Ledger)
Comm.#10 (4
1/8×91/2) 81/2× 14 (Legal)
Comm.#9 (3
7/8×87/8) 11 × 81/2
Comm.#6-3/4 (3
5/8×61/2) 81/2× 11 (Letter)
Monarch (3
7/8×71/2) 51/2×81/2 (Statement)
YOUKEI 2 (114 × 162 mm) 8
1/2× 13 (Oficio II)
YOUKEI 4 (105 × 235 mm) 8K (273 × 394 mm)
16K (197 × 273 mm)
Custom: 3
7/8×57/8 to 115/8× 17, 98 × 148 to 
297 × 432 mm
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Wavy or dry edges may cause misalignments in paper feeding. The recommended moisture content 
of paper is between 4 and 6 %.
To maintain the correct moisture content  level, pay attention to the following items.
• Store paper in a dry, well-ventilated place.
• Leave packages of paper wrapped as long as  possible. Rewrap paper that will not be used 
soon after unpacking.
• Store paper into its paper carton or packing pa per with sealing. Place the cartons on a pallet or 
other furniture so that they are not in direct contact with the floor. Separate particularly from a 
boarded or concrete floor in the rainy season.
• Before using paper stored for an extended period of  time, keep it in a proper condition of water 
content for at least 48 hours.
• Do not expose paper to heat, direct sunlight or damp.
Grain Direction
In manufacturing of paper, paper is  cut with grain vertical to the paper length (long grain) or with 
grain vertical to the paper width (short grain). Si nce short grain paper may cause a problem in paper 
feeding, use long grain paper.
Other Specifications
Porosity : Indicates the density of paper fiber.
Stiffness: Limp paper may buckle in the machine, resulting in paper jams.
Curl : Most paper naturally tends to curl one way if  left unpacked. When paper passes through the 
fixing unit, it curls upward a little. To produce flat printouts, load the paper so that the upward 
pressure from the machine can correct their curling.
Electrostatic discharge : During the printing process, paper is given an electrostatic charge to 
attract the toner. Therefore, select the paper th at discharges the static electricity immediately.
Whiteness : The contrast of printed images depends on  the whiteness of the paper. Whiter paper 
produces sharper and clearer images.
Quality control : Uneven paper sizes, corners that are not square, jagged paper edges, irregularly 
cut sheets, torn edges and corners, etc. may  cause malfunction of the machine. Be careful 
particularly when cutting paper by yourself for using it as copy paper.
Packaging : Select paper that is securely packed and shipped in a carton. Packing paper coated 
inside for moisture proof is the best.
Special treatment: It is recommended not to use paper wit h the following treatment even if the 
paper satisfies the basic specificat ions. To use such paper, perform trial printing before purchasing a 
large amount of paper.
• Glazed paper
• Watermarked paper
• Paper with uneven surface
• Paper with perforations
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Special Paper
This section describes printing onto special paper other than standard paper.
You can use the following types of special paper in this machine.
• Transparency
• Preprinted paper
• Label
• Bond paper
• Recycled paper
• Thin paper (45 to 64 g/m²)
• Letterhead
• Color paper
• Prepunched paper
• Envelope
• Postcard
• Thick paper (90 to 160 g/m²)
• High-quality paper
For these types of paper, use paper specifie d for copiers or page printers. When using 
transparencies, labels, thin paper, envelopes, pos tcards, or thick paper, feed the paper from the 
multi purpose tray.
Selection of Special Paper
Special paper that satisfies the conditions show n on and after the next page can be used in this 
machine. However, since special paper differs significantly in paper composition and quality, special 
paper is more likely to cause problems than sta ndard paper during printing. When using special 
paper, perform trial printing using this machine and  check to see if the results are satisfactory before 
purchasing it. Notes in printing for principal types of special paper are described on and after the 
next page. Kyocera Mita shall not be liable for any  danger to a person or machine that is caused by 
using special paper (e.g., special paper affected by moisture).
Transparency
Transparencies must withstand the heat of fusi ng during the printing process. The recommended 
transparency product is shown below.
3M CG3700 (Letter, A4)
The specifications of transparenci es that can be used in this machine are shown in the table below.
To avoid problems, feed transparencies from the mu lti purpose tray. Be sure to set them with the 
long side toward the main body.
If transparencies cause paper jams frequently, pull  the end of the transparencies carefully each time 
one sheet is output. Item Specifications
Heat resistance Must withstand heat at least 190 °C.
Thickness 0.100 to 0.110 mm
Material Polyester
Size tolerance ±0.7 mm
Squareness of corners 90° ±0.2°
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Label
Be sure to feed labels from the multi purpose tray.
For selecting labels, use extreme care so that the adhesive may not come in direct contact with any 
part of the machine and that the labels are not easil y peeled from the carrier sheet. Adhesives that 
stick to the drum or rollers and peeled labels  remaining in the machine may cause a failure.
When printing onto labels, you must be li able for the print quality and possible trouble.
Labels consist of three layers as shown in the 
illustration. The adhesive layer contains materials that 
are easily affected by the force applied in the machine. 
The carrier sheet bears the top sheet until the label is 
used. This composition of labels may cause more 
problems.
The label surface must be covered completely with the 
top sheet. Gaps between labels may cause peeling of 
labels, resulting in a serious failure.
Some label paper has large margins on the top shee t. When using such paper, do not peel these 
margins from the carrier sheet before completing output.
Use label paper that conforms to  the following specifications. 
Postcard
Fan the stack of postcards and align the edges before 
loading them in the multi purpose tray. Set the 
postcards after straightening them if they are curled. 
Feeding curled postcards may cause paper jams.
For printing onto return postcards, use a type that does 
not contain a fold.
Some postcards have rough edges on the back (those 
are created when the paper is cut). In this case, put the 
postcards on a flat place and rub the edges with, for 
example, a ruler lightly once or twice to smooth them. Item Specifications
Top sheet weight 44 to 74 g/m²
Basis weight (overall paper weight) 104 to 151 g/m²
Top sheet thickness 0.086 to 0.107 mm
Overall paper thickness 0.115 to 0.145 mm
Moisture content 4 to 6 % (composite)
Top sheet
Adhesive layer
Carrier sheet
Top sheet Not allowed
Allowed
Carrier sheet
Rough 
edge
Rough 
edge
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Envelope
Be sure to feed envelopes from the multi purpose tray.
Since the composition of an envelope is complex,  consistent printing quality over the entire 
envelope surface may be difficult. Thin envelopes, particularly, may be wrinkled while they pass 
through this machine. Before purchasing envelopes, perform trial printing to check to see if the 
printing result on an envelope is satisfactory.
Leaving envelopes for a long time may cause wrinkling. Unpack the envelopes just before using 
them.
Also note the following items.
• Do not use any envelopes on which adhesive is ex posed. Even if adhesive is not exposed, if 
simple peeling of paper exposes adhesive, do not  use such envelopes. If a small piece of paper 
that covers the adhesive is peeled in th is machine, a serious failure may occur.
• Do not use envelopes with special treatment. Do not use envelopes with a grommet for winding  a string, those with an open window or those with  a window to which film treatment is applied.
• If paper jams occur, set fewer envelopes at a time.
• When printing onto multiple envelopes, avoid st ack of more than 10 envelopes on the output 
tray to prevent paper jams.
Thick Paper
Fan the stack of thick paper and align the edges before loading it in the multi purpose tray. Some 
thick paper has rough edges on the back (those are cr eated when the paper is cut). In this case, put 
the thick paper on a flat place and rub the edges with,  for example, a ruler lightly once or twice to 
smooth them in a similar way to  Postcard. Printing onto paper with rough edges may cause paper 
jams.
NoteIf the paper cannot be fed even after the rough edges 
are removed, curl the paper upward by several 
millimeters at the front end as  shown in the illustration 
and set the paper in the multi purpose tray.
Color paper
Color paper must satisfy the specific ations listed in the table on page2 of the  Appendix . In addition, 
the pigments in the paper must be able to withstand  the heat of fusing during the printing process 
(up to 200 °C).
Preprinted paper
Preprinted paper must satisfy the spec ifications listed in the table on page2 of the  Appendix . The 
ink on the paper for coloring must be able to wit hstand the heat of fusing during the printing process 
and must not be adversely affected by silicone oil.  Do not use paper with any kind of coating, such 
as calendars.
Recycled paper
Recycled paper must satisfy the specif ications listed in the table on page2 of the  Appendix  except 
for whiteness.
NoteBefore purchasing recycled paper, perf orm trial printing to check to see if the printing quality is 
satisfactory.
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Glossary
Additional memory
An additional memory (optional) is used for increasing the memory capacity of this machine. In this 
machine, a memory can be added for the copier  functions and the printer functions respectively. 
(For copier: 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB, and 128 MB/for printer: 32 MB, 64 MB, 128 MB, and 256 MB) 
For DIMM that can be used in this machine, contact your dealer.
AppleTalk
This is a networking function that is built-in to Ap ple Computer Inc’s Mac OS. It is also the general 
term given to the protocol that runs on AppleTalk networks. AppleTalk offers file sharing and printer 
sharing and it also enables you to start applicati on software installed on another computer on the 
same AppleTalk network.
APS (Auto Paper Selection)
This mode will automatically  select copy paper of the same size as the original.
Default Gateway
This is the address of a device, such as a comput er or router, that serves as the entrance/exit 
(gateway) for accessing computers outside of yo ur network. When no specific gateway is 
designated for a destination IP address, data is se nt to the host that is designated as the Default 
Gateway.
DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)
This is a protocol that automatically resolves the IP address,  subnet mask, and gateway address on 
a TCP/IP network. Use of DHCP minimizes the lo ad of network administration, especially on 
network environments with a large number of clie nt computers because it is not specifically 
necessary to assign a sepa rate IP address to each client, including printers.
dpi (dots per inch)
This indicates the number of dots printed per inch  (25.4 mm) as a unit for expressing resolution.
EcoPrint
This is a printing mode that reduces toner consum ption. Pages printed in the EcoPrint mode are 
lighter than pages printed in the normal mode.
Emulation
This is a function that interprets the page descrip tion language of other printers and executes the 
commands. The printer emulates operation of t he following printers: PCL6, KPDL, KC-GL, Line 
Printer, IBM Proprinter, DI ABLO 630, and EPSON LQ-850.
Form feed timeout
While data is being sent to a printer, some pauses  may occur. At this time, the printer waits for the 
next data without making a page break. Form feed tim eout is a function to wait only a preset amount 
of time before it executes an automatic page  break. After the waiting period begins, once the 
designated amount of time is exc eeded, the printer will automatically process the currently received 
data and print it out. If the machine has received  no print data for the last page, the printer ends 
processing of that job without outputting paper.
IEEE1284
This is a standard used for conn ecting a printer to a computer, and was esta blished by the IEEE 
(Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers) in 1994.
IP Access control
This is a function to prohibit access to this mach ine from a host with an IP address that is not 
approved.
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IP Address
The Internet Protocol address is a unique number t hat is assigned to each computer in a network. 
The format of an IP Address is four numbers  separated by dots, e.g. 192.168.110.171. Each 
number should be a decimal between 0 and 255.
IPP (Internet Pr int Protocol)
This enables output to the printer from a printer driv er over the Internet or an intranet and via an IPP 
port. Using IPP, output to a remote pr inter is possible over the Internet.
KIR
This is Kyocera Mita’s original smoothing functi on. It uses software to enhance the printer’s 
resolution and produce high-quality printing. The default setting is  On.
KPDL
This is Kyocera Mita’s page description language compatible with Adobe PostScript Level 3.
Logical Printer
This is a software interface that exists between the Windows OS and the printers connected to it. A 
printer refers to the actual device that prints  out, while a logical printer refers to the software 
interface that resides on the print server. By using  this interface, the method of processing print jobs 
as well as the method of sending that job to its desti nation (local port, network port, file or remote 
printer sharing) is determined. When printing  a document, the document data is first spooled 
(stored) in the logical printer from whic h it is then sent to the actual printer.
Low power mode
This mode is provided for power saving. This mode is activated when operation on the main body 
and transmission or reception of data do not occur for a preset time. In this mode, the machine 
consumes less power than in the standby mode. The de fault setting of the preset time is 15 minute. 
You can use the operation panel to change this time.
Multi Purpose tray
This is a paper feed tray located at the left side of the main body. When printing onto envelopes, 
postcards, transparencies or labels, set them in  the multi purpose tray instead of the cassette.
NetBEUI (NetBIOS Exte nded User Interface)
This is a network protocol developed by Internat ional Business Machines Corporation in 1985 and 
an enhanced version of the NetBIO S protocol. It gives higher performance on small-scale networks 
than other protocols such as TCP/IP. However, beca use it does not provide the routing function that 
selects the most appropriate rout e from among multiple routes, it is not proper for large-scale 
network configurations. Since NetBEUI is the standard protocol of IBM’s OS/2 and Microsoft 
Corporations Windows series, these companies offer  file sharing and printing services that utilize 
NetBEUI.
Outline font
With outline fonts, character outlin es are represented with numerical expressions and fonts can be 
enlarged or reduced in different ways by changing th e numeric values of those expressions. Printing 
remains clear even if you enlarge  fonts, since the characters are defined with outlines represented 
with numerical expressions. You can specify the font  size in steps of 0.25 points up to 999.75 points.
Parallel interface
With this interface, data transfer between this ma chine and a computer takes place in 8-bit chunks. 
This machine can perform IEEE1284 compatible bi-directional communications.
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PostScript
This is a page description language developed by Adobe Systems, Inc. It provides flexible font 
functions and high-performance graphics, allowing higher quality printing. The initial version of 
PostScript which was introduced in 1985 is current ly referred to as Level 1. Level 2, which was 
compatible with color printing and 2-byte languages such as Japanese, was introduced in 1990 
while Level 3, which added compatibility to Interne t, step-by-step implementation level, and PDF, 
was brought out in 1996.
PPM (prints per minute)
This indicates the number of A4 size printouts that can be made in one minute.
Printer driver
The printer driver is software used for printing data created using application software. The printer 
driver is contained in the supplied CD-ROM. Instal l the printer driver on the computer connected to 
this machine.
Sleep mode
This mode is provided for power saving. This m ode is activated when operation on the main body 
and transmission or reception of data do not occur  for a preset time. In this mode, consumed power 
is reduced to the minimum. The default setting of  the preset time is 30 minutes (16/20 ppm model) 
or 45 minutes (25 ppm model). You can use  the operation panel to change this time.
SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol)
This is a protocol for transmission of e-mail over the Internet or an intranet. It is used for transferring 
mail between mail servers as well as for sending mail from each client to their server.
SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol)
This is a protocol for monitoring and controll ing communication equipment connected to a network 
such as routers, computers, and terminals through the network that uses TCP/IP (Transmission 
Control Protocol/Internet Protocol).
Status page
This lists machine conditions such  as the machine’s memory, the total number of copies and prints, 
and paper source settings. You can print the status page from the operation panel of this machine.
Subnet Mask
This is a 32-bit numerical value that defines wh ich bits of the IP address specify the network 
address for identifying the network.
TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol)
TCP/IP is a network protocol des igned to define the way computer s and other devices communicate 
each other over a network.
USB (Universal Serial Bus)
This machine is equipped with USB interface  that supports Hi-Speed USB 2.0. The maximum 
transfer rate is 480 Mbps for high-speed data transmission.
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