Ricoh Aficio SP 3300DN User Manual

1.4   
Finding more information
You can find information for setting up and using your printer from the 
following resources, either printed or onscreen.
Quick Install 
GuideProvides information on setting up your 
printer, therefore, be sure to follow the 
instructions in the guide to get the printer 
ready.
Online User’s 
GuideProvides you with step-by-step instructions for 
using your printer’s full features, and contains 
information for maintaining your printer, 
troubleshooting, and installing...

1.5   
Place the machine on a flat and stable surface for not letting it tilt 
more than 2 mm (0.08 inches). Otherwise, it may affect the printing 
quality. 
2Unpack the machine and check all the enclosed items.
3Remove the tape holding the machine tightly.
4Install the toner cartridge.
5Load paper. (See Loading paper on page 5.4.)
6Make sure that all the cables are connected to the machine. 
7Turn the machine on. 
Notes
• When you move the machine, do not tilt or turn it upside down. 
Otherwise, the...

1.6   
Changing the font setting
Your machine has preset the font for your region or country. 
If you want to change the font or set the font for special conditions such 
as DOS environment, you can change the font setting as follows: 
1Ensure that you have installed the printer driver from the provided 
supplied CD-ROM.
2For Windows, from the Start menu, select Programs or All 
Programs > SP 3300 Series > Printer Settings Utility.
For MAC OS X, open the Applications folder > RNP > SP 3300 
Series >...

2.1   
2 Basic setup
This chapter includes:
• Printing a demo page
• Using toner save mode
Printing a demo page
After setting up your printer, print a demo page to make sure that the 
printer is operating correctly.
Press and hold the Cancel button for about 2 seconds.
A demo page prints out.
Using toner save mode
Toner save mode allows the printer to use less toner on each page. 
Activating this mode extends the life of your toner cartridge and reduces 
your cost per page beyond what one would...

3.1   
3 Software overview
This chapter gives you an overview of the software that comes with your 
printer. Further details about installing and using the software are 
explained in the Software Section.
This chapter includes:
• Supplied software
• Printer driver features
• System requirements
Supplied software
You must install the printer software using the supplied CD-ROM after 
you have set up your printer and connected it to your computer. 
The CD provides you with the following software:
Contents...

3.2   
System requirements
Before you begin, ensure that your system meets the following 
requirements:
Windows
ItemRequirementsRecommended
Operating 
systemWindows 2000/XP/Vista and Windows Server 2003
CPU Windows 2000 Pentium II 
400 MHz or 
higherPentium III 
933 MHz
Windows XP/
Vista and 
Windows Server 
2003Pentium III 
933 MHz or 
higherPentium IV 
1GHz
RAM Windows 2000 64 MB or more 128 MB
Windows XP 
and Windows 
Server 2003128 MB or more256 MB
Windows Vista 512 MB or more 1 GB
Free disk...

4.1   
4 Network setup (SP 3300DN 
only)
This chapter gives you basic information for setting up your printer for 
network connections.
This chapter includes:
• Introduction
• Supported operating systems
• Using SetIP program
Introduction
Once you have connected your printer to a network with an RJ-45 
Ethernet cable, you can share the printer with other network users.
You need to set up the network protocols on the printer to use it as your 
network printer. Protocols can be set up by the following...

5.1   
5 Loading print media
This chapter will help you understand the types of paper you can use 
with your printer and how to properly load paper in the different paper 
trays for the best print quality. 
This chapter includes:
• Selecting print media
• Loading paper
• Knowing an output location
Selecting print media
You can print on a variety of print media, such as plain paper, envelopes, 
labels, and transparencies. Always use print media that meet the 
guidelines for use with your printer. Print...

5.2   
Supported sizes of paper
Print media for duplex printing
Ty p eSizeDimensionsWeighta
a. If media weight is over 24 lb (90 g/m2), use the manual feed.
Capacityb
b. Maximum capacity may differ depending on media weight, thickness, and environmental conditions.
Plain paperLetter 216 x 279 mm (8.5 x 11 inches)
• 60 to 90 g/m
2 (16 to 24 lb 
bond) for the tray
• 60 to 163 g/m
2 (16 to 43 lb 
bond) for the manual feed• 250 sheets of 75 g/m
2 
(20 lb bond) paper for the 
tray
• 1 sheet in the manual tray...

5.3   
Guidelines for selecting and storing print media
When selecting or loading paper, envelopes, or other print media, keep 
these guidelines in mind:
• Always use print media that conform with the specifications listed on 
the next column.
• Attempting to print on damp, curled, wrinkled, or torn paper can cause 
paper jams and poor print quality.
• For the best print quality, use only high quality copier grade paper 
specifically recommended for use in laser printers.
• Avoid using the following...