Ricoh Aficio MP 1500 User Manual

							Operating Instructions
Read this manual carefully before you use this machine and keep it handy for future reference. For safe and correct use, be sure to read the
Safety Information in this manual before using the machine.
Getting Started
Placing Originals
Copying
User Tools
Troubleshooting
Other Functions
Remarks
Security
Specifications1
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							Introduction
This manual contains detailed instructions and notes on the operation and use of this machine. For your
safety and benefit, read this manual carefully before using the machine. Keep this manual in a handy
place for quick reference.
Important
Contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice. In no event will the company be li-
able for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages as a result of handling or oper-
ating the machine.
Notes:
Some illustrations in this manual might be slightly different from the machine.
Certain options might not be available in some countries. For details, please contact your local dealer.
Laser Safety:
This machine is considered a class 1 laser device, safe for office/EDP use. The machine contains a 5-
milliwatt, 760-800 nanometer wavelength, GaAIAs laser diode. Direct (or indirect reflected ) eye contact
with the laser beam might cause serious eye damage. Safety precautions and interlock mechanisms
have been designed to prevent any possible laser beam exposure to the operator.
The following label is attached on the back side of the machine.
Caution:
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified in this manual
might result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Two kinds of size notation are employed in this manual. With this machine refer to the metric version.
For good copy quality, the supplier recommends that you use genuine toner from the supplier.
The supplier shall not be responsible for any damage or expense that might result from the use of parts
other than genuine parts from the supplier with your office products. 
Power Source
220 - 240V, 50/60Hz, 7A or more
Please be sure to connect the power cord to a power source as above. For details about power source,
see p.65 “Power Connection”. 
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Copyrights and Trademarks ................................................................................. 1
Trademarks ................................................................................................................ 1
Notice ...................................................................................................................... 2
How to Read This Manual ..................................................................................... 3
Safety Information ................................................................................................. 4
Safety During Operation............................................................................................. 4
Positions of Labels and Hallmarks for RWARNING and RCAUTION Labels ... 6
ENERGY STAR Program ....................................................................................... 7
1. Getting Started
Guide to Components ........................................................................................... 9
Options ................................................................................................................. 11
External Options....................................................................................................... 11
Control Panel........................................................................................................ 12
Display ..................................................................................................................... 13
Reading the Display and Using Keys ....................................................................... 14
Turning On the Power ......................................................................................... 15
Turning On the Main Power ..................................................................................... 15
Turning On the Power .............................................................................................. 15
Turning Off the Power .............................................................................................. 16
Turning Off the Main Power ..................................................................................... 16
Saving Energy .......................................................................................................... 16
2. Placing Originals
Originals ............................................................................................................... 17
Sizes and Weights of Recommended Originals ....................................................... 17
Missing Image Area ................................................................................................. 18
Placing Originals.................................................................................................. 19
Original Orientation .................................................................................................. 19
Placing Originals on the Exposure Glass ................................................................. 19
Placing Originals in the ADF .................................................................................... 20
3. Copying
Basic Procedure................................................................................................... 23
Copying from the Bypass Tray ........................................................................... 24
Copier Functions ................................................................................................. 28
Adjusting Image Density .......................................................................................... 28
Selecting Original Type Setting ................................................................................ 28
Selecting Copy Paper .............................................................................................. 28
Preset Reduce/Enlarge ............................................................................................ 29
 Zoom  ...................................................................................................................... 29
 Sort .........................................................................................................................30
Changing the number of sets ................................................................................... 31
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4. User Tools
User Tools Menu ( System Settings )................................................................. 33
User Tools Menu ( Copier Settings ) .................................................................. 35
Accessing User Tools ......................................................................................... 36
Changing Default Settings ....................................................................................... 36
Quitting User Tools .................................................................................................. 37
Settings You Can Change with User Tools ....................................................... 38
 System Settings ...................................................................................................... 38
 Copier Features ...................................................................................................... 42
 User Code ............................................................................................................ 44
Registering a New User Code.................................................................................. 44
Changing a User Code............................................................................................. 45
Deleting a User Code ............................................................................................... 45
Displaying the Counter for Each User Code ............................................................ 46
Printing the Counter for Each User Code................................................................. 47
Clearing the Counter ................................................................................................ 47
5. Troubleshooting
If Your Machine Does Not Operate As You Want.............................................. 49
If You Cannot Make Clear Copies....................................................................... 50
If You Cannot Make Copies As You Want ......................................................... 51
When Memory Is Full ............................................................................................... 51
B Loading Paper ................................................................................................. 52
Loading Paper .......................................................................................................... 52
Orientation-Fixed Paper or Two-Sided Paper .......................................................... 53
D Adding Toner................................................................................................... 54
Handling Toner......................................................................................................... 54
Toner Storage .......................................................................................................... 54
Used Toner .............................................................................................................. 54
Removing Toner................................................................................................... 55
Inserting Toner ..................................................................................................... 56
x Clearing Misfeeds ........................................................................................... 57
Changing the Paper Size ..................................................................................... 59
Changing the Paper Size of the Paper Tray ............................................................ 59
6. Other Functions
Other Functions ................................................................................................... 61
Displaying the Total Counter .................................................................................... 61
Changing the Language ........................................................................................... 61
7. Remarks
Dos and Donts .................................................................................................... 63
Where to Put Your Machine ................................................................................ 64
Machine Environment .............................................................................................. 64
Moving...................................................................................................................... 64
Power Connection .................................................................................................... 65
Access to the Machine ............................................................................................. 66
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Maintaining Your Machine .................................................................................. 67
Cleaning the Exposure Glass................................................................................... 67
Cleaning the Exposure Glass Cover ........................................................................ 67
Cleaning the ADF ..................................................................................................... 67
8. Security
Security ................................................................................................................. 69
Primary Security Functions ...................................................................................... 69
Operating Environment and Notes..................................................................... 70
Operating Environment ............................................................................................ 70
For Administrator...................................................................................................... 70
9. Specifications
Main Unit ............................................................................................................... 71
Options ................................................................................................................. 74
Exposure Glass Cover ............................................................................................. 74
Auto Document Feeder (ADF) ................................................................................. 74
Combination Chart............................................................................................... 75
Supplementary Information ................................................................................ 76
Copy Paper ........................................................................................................... 78
Recommended Paper Sizes and Types................................................................... 78
Unusable Paper ....................................................................................................... 79
Paper Storage .......................................................................................................... 80
INDEX......................................................................................................... 81
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Copyrights and Trademarks
Trademarks
Microsoft®, Windows® and Windows NT® are registered trademarks of Micro-
soft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
Acrobat
® is a registered trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated.
Bluetooth™ is a trademark of the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. (Special Interest Group)
and is used by RICOH Company Limited under license.
Copyright ©2001 Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
The Bluetooth Trademarks are owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. USA.
Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and might
be trademarks of their respective companies. We disclaim any and all rights to
those marks.
The proper names of the Windows operating systems are as follows:
 The product name of Windows
® 95 is Microsoft® Windows® 95
 The product name of Windows
® 98 is Microsoft® Windows® 98
 The product name of Windows
® Me is Microsoft® Windows®  Millennium
Edition (Windows Me)
 The product names of Windows
® 2000 are as follows:
Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Professional
Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Server
Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Advanced Server
 The product names of Windows
® XP are as follows:
Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition
Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional
 The product names of Windows Server™ 2003 are as follows:
Microsoft
® Windows Server™ 2003 Standard Edition
Microsoft® Windows Server™ 2003 Enterprise Edition
Microsoft® Windows Server™ 2003 Web Edition
 The product names of Windows NT
® 4.0 are as follows:
Microsoft® Windows NT® Workstation 4.0
Microsoft® Windows NT® Server 4.0
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Notice
Important
Do not copy or print any item for which reproduction is prohibited by law.
Copying or printing the following items is generally prohibited by local law:
bank notes, revenue stamps, bonds, stock certificates, bank drafts, checks, pass-
ports, drivers licenses.
The preceding list is meant as a guide only and is not inclusive. We assume no
responsibility for its completeness or accuracy. If you have any questions con-
cerning the legality of copying or printing certain items, consult with your legal
advisor.
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How to Read This Manual
Symbols
The following set of symbols is used in this manual.
R WARNING:
This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation that might result in
death or serious injury when you misuse the machine without following the in-
structions under this symbol. Be sure to read the instructions, all of which are de-
scribed in the Safety Information section.
R CAUTION:
This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation that might result in mi-
nor or moderate injury or property damage that does not involve personal injury
when you misuse the machine without following the instructions under this
symbol. Be sure to read the instructions, all of which are described in the Safety
Information section.
* The statements above are notes for your safety.
Important
If this instruction is not followed, paper might be misfed, originals might be
damaged, or data might be lost. Be sure to read this.
Preparation
This symbol indicates information or preparations required prior to operating.
Note
This symbol indicates precautions for operation, or actions to take after abnor-
mal operation.
Limitation
This symbol indicates numerical limits, functions that cannot be used together,
or conditions in which a particular function cannot be used.
Reference
This symbol indicates a reference.
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Keys that appear on the machines display panel.
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Keys built into the machines control panel.
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Safety Information
When using this machine, the following safety precautions should always be fol-
lowed.
Safety During Operation
In this manual, the following important symbols are used: 
R WARNING:
 
R WARNING:Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions 
are not followed, could result in death or serious injury.
R CAUTION:Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not 
followed, may result in minor or moderate injury or damage to property.
•Disconnect the power plug (by pulling the plug, not the cable) if the 
power cable or plug becomes frayed or otherwise damaged.
To avoid hazardous electric shock or laser radiation exposure, do not 
remove any covers or screws other than those specified in this manu-
al.
Turn off the power and disconnect the power plug (by pulling the plug, 
not the cable) if any of the following occurs:
You spill something into the machine.
You suspect that your machine needs service or repair.
The external housing of your machine has been damaged.
Do not incinerate spilled toner or used toner. Toner dust might ignite 
when exposed to an open flame.
Disposal can take place at our authorized dealer.
Dispose of the used toner bottle in accordance with the local regula-
tions.
Connect the machine only to the power source described on the inside 
front cover of this manual. Connect the power cord directly into a wall 
outlet and do not use an extension cord.
Do not damage, break or make any modifications to the power cord. 
Do not place heavy objects on it. Do not pull it hard nor bend it more 
than necessary. These actions could cause an electric shock or fire.
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