Kyocera TASKalfa 552ci User Manual

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Connecting Cables
Connecting LAN Cable (Optional)
Follow the steps below to connect a LAN cable to the machine.
1When the machine is powered up, first press the 
Power key on the operation panel. Check that the 
Power indicator and the memory indicator are off. 
After this, turn off the main power switch.
2Connect the LAN cable to the network interface 
located on right side of the body.
3Connect the other end of the cable to the hub.
4Configure the network. For details, refer to Network 
Setup (LAN Cable Connection) on page 2-13.
Check that 
the indicators 
are off.
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Connecting USB Cable
Follow the steps below to connect a USB cable to the machine.
1When the machine is powered up, first press the 
Power key on the operation panel. Check that the 
Power indicator and the memory indicator are off. 
After this, turn off the main power switch.
2Connect the USB cable to the appropriate interface 
located on the right side of the body.
3Connect the other end of the cable to the PC.
Connecting the Power Cable
Connect one end of the supplied power cable to the machine and the other end to a power outlet.
IMPORTANT: Only use the power cable that comes with the machine.
Check that 
the indicators 
are off.
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Power On/Off
Power On
When the main power indicator is lit...
Press the Power key.
When the main power indicator is off...
Open the main power switch cover and turn the main 
power switch on.
NOTE: If the optional Data Security Kit is installed, a message might display indicating the security function is 
being activated and time may be taken to start up when the power is turned on.
IMPORTANT: When turning off the main power switch, do not turn on the main power switch again immediately. 
Wait more than 5 seconds, and then turn on the main power switch.
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Power Off
Before turning off the main power switch, press the Power key on the operation panel to off. Make sure that the 
Power key and the memory indicator are off before turning off the main power switch.
CAUTION: The hard disk may be operating when the Power key or Memory indicator is lit or blinking. Turning 
off the main power switch while the hard disk is operating may cause damage.
In case of not using the machine for an extended period of time
CAUTION: If this machine will be left unused for an extended period (e.g. overnight), turn it off at the 
main power switch. If the machine will not be used for an even longer period of time (e.g. vacation), 
remove the power plug from the outlet as a safety precaution. If the optional Fax kit is installed, note that 
turning the machine off at the main power switch disables fax transmission and reception. 
CAUTION: Remove paper from the cassettes and seal it in the paper storage bag to protect it from humidity.
Make sure 
that the 
indicators 
are off.
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Low Power Mode and Auto Low Power Mode
Low Power Mode
To activate Low Power Mode, press the Energy Saver key. Touch panel and all indicators on the operation 
panel will go out to save power except the Energy Saver, Power, and main power indicators. This status is 
referred to as Low Power Mode.
If print data is received during Low Power Mode, the machine automatically wakes up and starts printing.
Also when fax data arrives while the machine is in Low Power Mode when using the optional fax, the machine 
automatically wakes up and starts printing.
To resume, perform one of the following actions. The machine will be ready to operate within 30 seconds.
• Press any key on the operation panel.
• Open the original cover or the optional document 
processor.
• Place originals in the optional document processor.
Note that ambient environmental conditions, such as 
ventilation, may cause the machine to respond more 
slowly.
Auto Low Power Mode
Auto Low Power Mode automatically switches the machine into Low Power Mode if left idle for a preset time. 
The default preset time is 3 minutes for 25/25 ppm  model, 30/30 ppm model, 40/40 ppm model, and 50/40 ppm 
model or 5 minutes for 55/50 ppm model.
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Sleep and Auto Sleep
Sleep
To enter Sleep, press the Power key. Touch panel and 
all indicators on the operation panel will go out to save 
a maximum amount of power except the Main Power 
indicator. This status is referred to as Sleep.
If print data is received during Sleep, the print job is 
performed while the touch panel remains unlit.
When using the optional fax, received fax data is printed 
out while the operation panel also remains unlit.
To resume, press the Power key. The 25/25 ppm or 30/
30 ppm model will be ready to use within 30 seconds, 
the 40/40 ppm or 50/40 ppm model will be ready within 
45 seconds, or the 55/50 ppm model will be ready within 
57.5 seconds.
Note that ambient environmental conditions, such as 
ventilation, may cause the machine to respond more 
slowly.
Auto Sleep
Auto Sleep automatically switches the machine into Sleep if left idle for a preset time in the Low Power Mode. 
The default preset time is 30 minutes for 25/25 ppm and 30/30 ppm models, 45 minutes for 40/40 ppm model, 
or 60 minutes for 50/40 ppm model and 55/50 ppm models.
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Adjusting the Operation Panel Angle
Adjust the angle of the operation panel in two as shown 
by releasing the operation panel lock lever.
Switching the Language for Display [Language] 
Select the language displayed on the touch panel. 
Use the procedure below to select the language.
1Press the System Menu key.
2Press [Common Settings] and then [Change] of 
Language.
3Press the key for the language you want to use.
4Press [OK].
The touch panel language will be changed.
Common Settings - Language
Set the language to use for the touch panel display.
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Setting Date and Time
Follow the steps below to set the local date and time at the place of installation.
When you send an E-mail using the transmission function, the date and time as set here will be printed in the 
header of the E-mail message. Set the date, time and time difference from GMT of the region where the machine 
is used.
NOTE: If user login administration is enabled, you can only change the settings by logging in with 
administrator privileges. If user login administration is disabled, the user authentication screen appears. Enter 
a login user name and password, and press [Login]. Refer to Adding a User on page 11-5 for the default login 
user name and password.
Be sure to set the time difference before setting the date and time.
If you change Date/Time setting, trial functions will be unavailable. For details, refer to Optional Functions on 
page 8-83.
1Press the System Menu key.
2Press [ ], [Date/Timer] and then [Change] of 
Time Zone.
3Select the region.
NOTE: Press [ ] or [ ] to view the next region.
4Press [Off] or [On] of Summer Time and press [OK].
NOTE: If you select a region that does not utilize 
summer time, the summer time setting screen will not 
appear.
5Press [Change] of Date/Time.
6Set the date and time. Press [+] or [–] in each 
setting.
7Press [OK].
Date/Timer - Time Zone
Set time zone.
Select the location nearest you.
Time Zone
-12:00 International Date Line West
1/13
-11:00 Midway Island, Samoa
-10:00 Hawaii
-09:00 Alaska
-08:00 Pacific Time (US & Canada)
-07:00 ArizonaSummer Time
Off
On
Status10/10/2008    10:10
Cancel
OK
Date/Timer - Date/Time
Set the date and time.
Off Day Month Year
Second Minute Hour
2008
10 10 3110 10
Status10/10/2008    10:10
Cancel
OK
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Network Setup (LAN Cable Connection)
The machine is equipped with network interface, which is compatible with network protocols such as TCP/IP 
(IPv4), TCP/IP (IPv6), IPX/SPX, NetBEUI, IPSec, and AppleTalk. It enables network printing on the Windows, 
Macintosh, UNIX, NetWare and other platforms.
This section explains the TCP/IP (IPv4) Setup and AppleTalk Setup procedures. For other network settings, 
refer to the Network Setup on 8-73.
• TCP/IP (IPv4) Setup...2-13
• AppleTalk Setup...2-15
NOTE: If user login administration is enabled, you can only change the settings by logging in with 
administrator privileges. If user login administration is disabled, the user authentication screen appears. Enter 
a login user name and password, and press [Login]. Refer to Adding a User on page 11-5 for the default login 
user name and password.
TCP/IP (IPv4) Setup (by Entering IP Addresses)
Set up TCP/IP to connect to the Windows network. Set the IP addresses, subnet masks, and gateway 
addresses. The default settings are TCP/IP Protocol: On, DHCP: On, Bonjour: Off, Auto-IP: On.
NOTE: Prior to the IP address entries, obtain permission from the network administrator.
Auto-IP is available with 55/50 ppm model.
Use the procedure below.
1Press the System Menu key.
2Press [System], [Next] of Network and then [Next] 
of TCP/IP Setting.
3Press [Change] of TCP/IP.
4Press [On] and then press [OK].
5Press [Change] of IPv4.
6Press [DHCP].
7Press [Off] of DHCP and then press [OK].
8Press [Bonjour].
9Press [Off] of Bonjour and then press [OK].
10Press [IP Address] and enter the address using the 
numeric keys.
11Press [Subnet Mask] and enter the address using 
the numeric keys.
12Press [Default Gateway] and enter the address 
using the numeric keys.
System - IPv4
Set TCP/IP (IPv4).
On
Default
Gateway0.0.0.0 0.0.0.0 0.0.0.0
OnIP Address
Subnet Mask
Off
Bonjour DHCP
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Cancel
OK On
Auto-IP
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13Check if all the address entries are correct and 
press [OK].
14After changing the setting, restart the system or 
turn the machine OFF and then ON again. 
For detailed information on restarting the system, 
refer to Restarting the System on page 8-72.
DHCP Settings
Select whether or not to use the DHCP server. The default setting is On.
Use the procedure below.
1Press the System Menu key.
2Press [System], [Next] of Network and then [Next] 
of TCP/IP Setting.
3Press [Change] of TCP/IP.
4Press [On] and then press [OK].
5Press [Change] of IPv4.
6Press [DHCP].
7Press [On] or [Off] of DHCP and then press [OK].
8After changing the setting, restart the system or 
turn the machine OFF and then ON again. 
For detailed information on restarting the system, 
refer to Restarting the System on page 8-72.
Bonjour Settings
Select whether or not to use Bonjour. The default setting is Off.
Use the procedure below.
1Press the System Menu key.
2Press [System], [Next] of Network and then [Next] 
of TCP/IP Setting.
3Press [Change] of TCP/IP.
4Press [On] and then press [OK].
5Press [Change] of IPv4.
6Press [Bonjour].
7Press [On] or [Off] of Bonjour and then press [OK].
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