FS-1020D

Page Printer

Operation Guide
Caution
NO LIABILITY IS ASSUMED FOR ANY DAMAGE CAUSED BY IMPROPER INSTALLATION.

Notice on Software
SOFTWARE USED WITH THIS PRINTER MUST SUPPORT THE PRINTER’S EMULATION MODE. The printer is factory-set to
emulate the PCL. The emulation mode can be changed by following the procedures described in Chapter 1 .

Notice
The information in this manual is subject to change without notification. Additional pages may be inserted in future editions. The user
is asked to excuse any technical inaccuracies or typographical errors in the present edition.

No responsibility is assumed if accidents occur while the user is following the instructions in this manual. No responsibility is assumed
for defects in the printer’s firmware (contents of its read-only memory).

This manual, any copyrightable subject matter sold or provided with or in connection with the sale of the page printer, are protected by
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the prior written consent of Kyocera Mita Corporation is prohibited. Any copies made of all or part of this manual, any copyrightable
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Regarding Tradenames
PRESCRIBE is a registered trademark of Kyocera Corporation. KPDL and KIR (Kyocera Image Refinement) are trademarks of
Kyocera Corporation.

Diablo 630 is a product of Xerox Corporation. IBM Proprinter X24E is a product of International Business Machines Corporation. Epson
LQ-850 is a product of Seiko Epson Corporation.

Hewlett-Packard, PCL, and PJL are registered trademarks of Hewlett-Packard Company. Centronics is a trade name of Centronics
Data Computer Corp. PostScript is a registered trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated. Macintosh is a registered trademark of
Apple computer, Inc. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. PowerPC is a trade-
mark of International Business Machines Corporation. ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark. All other brand and product names
are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies.

This Kyocera Mita page printer uses PeerlessPrintXL to provide the HP LaserJet compatible PCL6 language emulation. Peer-
lessPrintXL is a trademark of The Peerless Group, Redondo Beach, CA 90278, U.S.A.

This product was developed using the Tornado™ Real Time Operating System and Tools from Wind River Systems.

This product contains UFST™ and MicroType® from Agfa Corporation.

©2003 by KYOCERA MITA CORPORATION All rights reserved. Revision 1.4., November 2003

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Typeface Trademark Acknowledgement
All resident fonts in this printer are licensed from Agfa Corporation.

Helvetica, Palatino and Times are registered trademarks of Linotype-Hell AG.

ITC Avant Garde Gothic, ITC Bookman, ITC ZapfChancery and ITC Zapf Dingbats are registered trademarks of International Type-
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Cautions for Toner Handling
• Do not incinerate the toner and toner containers. Dangerous sparks may cause burn.
• Never open the toner container or waste toner box.
• Make sure not to inhale the toner, and not to rub your eyes or touch your mouth with the hands stained with the toner. And make
sure not to stick to your skin.
• For the disposal of old toner container and waste toner box, consult your dealer. Or dispose of the toner or toner containers in
accordance with Federal, State and Local rules and regulations.
• Keep away the toner container from children.

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Contents

Introduction ................................................................................................vii
Guide to the Manuals ................................................................................................................................... viii
Guide to the Operation Guide........................................................................................................................ ix

Chapter 1 Basic Operations .................................................................... 1-1

1.1 Operator Panel ....................................................................................................................................... 1-2
1.1.1 Indicators...................................................................................................................................... 1-3
1.1.2 Keys............................................................................................................................................... 1-3

Chapter 2 Maintenance ........................................................................... 2-1

2.1 Toner Container Replacement .............................................................................................................. 2-2
2.1.1 Toner Container Replacement Interval ...................................................................................... 2-2
2.1.2 Replenishing Toner ...................................................................................................................... 2-3
2.2 Cleaning the Printer.............................................................................................................................. 2-6
2.2.1 Printer Interior............................................................................................................................. 2-6

Chapter 3 Troubleshooting ...................................................................... 3-1

3.1 General Guide for Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................... 3-2
3.2 Print Quality Problems ......................................................................................................................... 3-3
3.3 Indicators ............................................................................................................................................... 3-6
3.3.1 Maintenance Messages ................................................................................................................ 3-7
3.3.2 Errors Requiring Service Personnel Attention........................................................................... 3-9
3.3.3 Error Messages........................................................................................................................... 3-12
3.3.4 Normal Indicator Display .......................................................................................................... 3-14
3.4 Paper Jam Removal ............................................................................................................................. 3-15
3.4.1 Jam at the Face-down Tray and the Rear Cover...................................................................... 3-15
3.4.2 Jam at the Paper Cassette......................................................................................................... 3-16
3.4.3 Jam at the Duplexer .................................................................................................................. 3-16
3.4.4 Jam Inside the Printer............................................................................................................... 3-18
3.4.5 Jam at the MP Tray ................................................................................................................... 3-19

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Chapter 4 Paper Selection....................................................................... 4-1

4.1 General Guidelines ................................................................................................................................ 4-2
4.1.1 Paper Availability......................................................................................................................... 4-2
4.1.2 Paper Specifications ..................................................................................................................... 4-2
4.2 Selecting the Right Paper...................................................................................................................... 4-3
4.3 Special Paper.......................................................................................................................................... 4-7
4.3.1 Transparency (overhead projection film) .................................................................................... 4-7
4.3.2 Adhesive-Backed Labels .............................................................................................................. 4-8
4.4 Paper Type ........................................................................................................................................... 4-11

Chapter 5 Fonts ....................................................................................... 5-1

5.1 Internal Fonts ........................................................................................................................................ 5-2
5.2 List of Fonts ........................................................................................................................................... 5-3
5.2.1 Internal Scalable and Bitmap Fonts and KPDL Fonts .............................................................. 5-3

Appendix A Options .................................................................................... A-1

A.1 Available Options ..................................................................................................................................A-2
A.2 Expansion Memory Installation ...........................................................................................................A-3
A.3 Memory (CompactFlash) Card .............................................................................................................A-8
A.4 Network Interface Card ......................................................................................................................A-10

Appendix B Host Computer Interface ........................................................ B-1

B.1 Parallel Interface.................................................................................................................................. B-2
B.1.1 Parallel Interface Communication Modes ................................................................................. B-2
B.1.2 Interface Signals......................................................................................................................... B-2
B.2 USB Interface ....................................................................................................................................... B-6
B.2.1 Specifications .............................................................................................................................. B-6
B.2.2 Interface Signals......................................................................................................................... B-6
B.3 Serial Interface (Option) ...................................................................................................................... B-7
B.3.1 RS-232C Interface ...................................................................................................................... B-7
B.4 RS-232C Protocol.................................................................................................................................. B-9
B.4.1 PRESCRIBE FRPO D0 Command .......................................................................................... B-10
B.5 RS-232C Cable Connection................................................................................................................ B-11
B.5.1 Obtain a Suitable RS-232C Cable ........................................................................................... B-11
B.5.2 Connecting the Printer to the Computer ................................................................................ B-11

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Appendix C Printer Specifications ............................................................. C-1

C.1 Printer Specifications........................................................................................................................... C-2

Glossary........................................................................................ Glossary-1

Index .................................................................................................. Index-1

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Introduction

The Kyocera Mita page printer has many desirable features, such as the
duplex printing mode which lets you print onto both sides of the paper and an
Auto Media Type Selection function that automatically selects the media
before printing.
This section explains the following topics:
•Guide to the Manuals
•Guide to the Operation Guide

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Guide to the Manuals
Item Description
Installation Guide Describes procedures from printer setup to printing a
(paper manual) test page.
KX Printer Driver Describes the procedure to install the printer
Installation Guide driver software.
(paper manual)
Operation Guide Guides you through topics concerning the operations
(this manual) and maintenance of the printer.
KX Printer Drivers Describes how to install and set the printer driver.
Operation Guide
PRESCRIBE Command PRESCRIBE is the native language of the Kyocera
Technical Reference Mita printers. This Technical Reference contains the
information about how the printing is performed using
the PRESCRIBE commands as well as the font and
emulation description. Also included is a list of
permanent parameters and their explanation needed
when customizing your printer.
PRESCRIBE Command Gives a detailed explanation of the PRESCRIBE
Reference command syntax and parameters with the aid of print
examples.

• For information on how to install the printer driver software, refer to

the KX Printer Driver Installation Guide that is included with the
printer.
Note • For information on how to use the printer driver software, refer to the
KX Printer Driver Operation Guide that is included on the Kyocera
Mita Document Library CD-ROM.

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Guide to the Operation Guide
This Operation Guide guides you through the following topics:

Chapter 1 Basic Operations

This chapter describes the names and functions of the keys and indicators
on top of the printer.

Chapter 2 Maintenance
This chapter explains how to replace the toner container and how to care
for your printer.

Chapter 3 Troubleshooting
This chapter explains how to handle printer problems that may occur, such
as paper jams.

Chapter 4 Paper Selection

This chapter explains the types of paper that can be used with the printer.

Chapter 5 Fonts
This chapter explains about and lists the printer’s internal fonts.

Appendix A Options
This appendix explains available options, how to expand the printer’s
memory, and also how to install the memory card and the network
interface card.

Appendix B Host Computer Interface

This appendix describes the pin assignment and specifications for the
printer’s parallel interface, USB interface, and optional serial interface.

Appendix C Printer Specifications

This appendix lists the printer’s specifications.

Glossary
This glossary explains the terminology used in this guide.

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Chapter 1 Basic Operations
11

This chapter explains the following topic:

• Operator Panel

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 Operator Panel

1.1 Operator Panel

The operator panel on top of the printer consists of four indicators and two
keys. The four indicators light, flash, and go off in combination, indicating
the printer’s status. The keys perform operations, such as canceling data,
switching the printer mode between online and offline status, and printing
status pages.

1
2
3
4

Figure 1-1

The numbers used in the above figure are referred to in the Reference
column of the table on the following page.
Note

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1.1.1 Indicators
Refer to the following table for the name and description of each indicator.
The same indicator can have a variety of meanings, depending on the speed
at which it is flashing. For details, see Chapter 3.
Reference Name Status Meaning
1 Ready indicator Lit Indicates online status (printing is possible).
Flashing • An error has occurred, but printing resumes when the
key is pressed.
• Offline status. You cannot print, but the printer can receive
(Green) data.
• The printer is in sleep mode.
Off Printing has stopped because an error has occurred.
2 Data indicator Lit The printer is processing data.
Flashing The printer is receiving data.

(Green)
3 Attention Lit The printer cover is open.
indicator Flashing • A paper jam has occurred.
• The paper cassette is not inserted properly or the paper has
run out.
(Red) Off The printer status is normal.
4 Toner indicator Lit The printer has stopped because the toner is exhausted.
Flashing The toner is running low.

(Red)
Table 1-1

1.1.2 Keys
Refer to the following table for the name and description of the basic
functions of each key.
Reference Name Function
5 key Cancels printing in progress when pressed for 1 second or more.

(Cancel key)
6 key • Switches between online and offline when pressed for less than 3 seconds.
• Depending on the error message displayed in the KM-NET for Clients, there
are cases where operation will continue after pressing this key. If such a
(Go key) message appears, operation resumes when this key is pressed.
(The KM-NET for Clients utility is used for making printer setting from a
computer and is contained on the Kyocera Mita Software Library CD-ROM
that is supplied with the printer. For details, see the KM-NET for Clients
Operation Guide.)
• Prints a standard status page† when pressed for 3 seconds or more and less
than 10 seconds.
• Prints a service status page†† when pressed for 10 seconds or more.
Table 1-2
† For a full description of the standard status page, see the next page.
†† The service status page is used for service purposes.

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Understanding the Status Page

The following is the printout of a typical standard status page. Its contents
are explained in detail on the next page.

FS-1020D Page Printer

STATUS PAGE
Firmware Version: Released:
1
Hardware Information Memory

2 5

Page Information
Installed Options
3 6

4 Network Status Emulation

Error Log 8
Toner Gauge

9
0 100

Interfaces

10

11 KIR Test pattern Mode ON

Figure 1-2

Items and values on the status page may vary depending on the printer’s
firmware version.
Note

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 Operator Panel

1 — Software Version
This information shows the software (firmware) version and date of issue
of the printer.

2 — Hardware Information
This information shows the currently selected paper source (indicated by
an asterisk), paper size, and various other printer settings.

3 — Page Information
This information shows the currently selected resolution, number of copies
printed to date, and the total page count.

4 — Network Status
This shows the IP address, subnet mask address, default gateway address
and other settings for the network interface card installed in the printer.

5 — Memory
This information shows the amount of total memory installed in the
printer, the amount of currently available memory, and the current status
of the RAM disk.

6 — Installation Options
This shows the option(s) currently installed in the printer.

7 — Emulation
This shows all available emulations and the currently selected emulation
(marked with an asterisk). The printer is shipped from the factory with
PCL 6 emulation selected.

8 — Error Log
This shows the last three instances of the following six types of errors,
listed in order of occurrence: KPDL Error Press GO; Memory overflow
Press GO; Print overrun Press GO; File not found Press GO;
MemoryCard err Press GO; RAM disk error Press GO. (These are
displayed on the computer screen when using KM-NET for Clients.)
The most recent error is displayed on the top line of the Error Log. For
error remedies, see Chapter 3. Error information is cleared when the
printer’s power is turned off.

9 — Toner Gauge
This shows the approximate level of remaining toner. When the value is
100, the toner container is full. The closer to 0, the smaller the amount of
remaining toner.

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10 — Interface Information
This information shows all interfaces installed in the printer and the
currently selected interface (marked with an asterisk).
The Font section shows the font that is automatically selected when the
printer starts up (default font). It is possible to set different default fonts
for each interface.

11 — KIR Test Pattern

This shows the KIR test pattern. You can confirm whether KIR is on or off.

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Chapter 2 Maintenance
2

This chapter explains how to replace the toner container and how to clean
parts such as the registration roller and charger wire.
This chapter explains the following topics:
• Toner Container Replacement
• Cleaning the Printer

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 Toner Container Replacement

2.1 Toner Container Replacement

When the printer runs low on toner, the (toner) indicator flashes on the
operator panel. Be sure to promptly replace the toner container and clean
the inside of the printer when this message appears.
If the printer stops printing while the (toner) indicator is lit, replace the
toner container to continue printing.

2.1.1 Toner Container Replacement Interval

Assuming an average toner coverage of 5%, with EcoPrint mode turned off
the toner container will need replacing approximately once every 7,200*
printed pages.
* In the case of a new printer in which a toner kit has been installed for
the first time, the number of copies that can be printed will be
approximately 3,600.

Toner Kit to be Used

Name: TK-18
Description: Toner container
Wiper cloth
Plastic bag
Installation Guide
(The kit supplied with the printer only contains the toner
container and wiper cloth.)

• Be sure to distance items such as floppy disks during toner container

replacement.
Note • Be sure to clean the inside of the printer when replacing the toner
container. For details, see section 2.2 Cleaning the Printer on page 2-
6.
• Use of original Kyocera Mita toner kits is highly recommended to
prevent printer trouble and ensure the long life of the printer.

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 Toner Container Replacement

2.1.2 Replenishing Toner

1 Open the printer’s top cover.

Top Cover

Figure 2-1

2 Pull lock lever #1 to the release (UNLOCK) position, then pull lock
lever #2 to the release (right) position.

Lock Lever #2
Lock Lever #1

Figure 2-2

3 Gently remove the old toner container. Put it in the supplied plastic
bag and dispose of it.

Plastic Bag

Figure 2-3

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 Toner Container Replacement

4 Take the new toner container from the bag. Hold it with the
protective seal (orange-colored) facing up. Shake the toner container
horizontally at least 5 times. This ensures that the toner is evenly
distributed inside.

New Toner Container

Figure 2-4

5 Carefully remove the protective seal (orange-colored).

Protective Seal

Figure 2-5

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 Toner Container Replacement

6 Install the new toner container in the printer. Push firmly on the top
of the container at the positions marked PUSH HERE until you hear
it click in place.

Figure 2-6

7 While pushing down on the toner container, push lock lever #1 to the
lock (LOCK) position. (Lock lever #2 is automatically locked.)

Lock Lever #1

Figure 2-7

• If the toner low indication flashes or remains lit after installing the
new toner container, take the toner container out once, shake it well,
Note then install again.
• After you have replaced the toner container, be sure to reset the
internal toner counter. To reset the toner counter, next time you turn
on the power to the printer, keep pushing the key until the Ready
indicator lights up.

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2.2 Cleaning the Printer

To avoid print quality problems, the interior of the printer must be cleaned
with every toner container replacement.

Cleaning should be done from time to time to avoid print quality

problems.
Note
2.2.1 Printer Interior
To avoid print quality problems due to paper dust and debris, clean the
interior of the printer in the following manner.

1 Open the printer’s top and front covers.

Top Cover

Front Cover

Figure 2-8

2 Lift the process unit together with the toner container out of the
printer.

The drum in the process unit is sensitive to light. Never expose the drum
even to normal office lighting (500 lux) for more than five minutes.
Note

Process Unit

Figure 2-9

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 Cleaning the Printer

Never stand the process unit on end.

Note
NO

Figure 2-10

3 Use the supplied wiper cloth to clean dust and dirt away from the
registration roller (metal).

Transfer Roller

Registration Roller

Figure 2-11

While cleaning, be careful to avoid touching the transfer roller (the black
roller).
Note

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4 Slide the charger cleaner knob (green-colored) back and forth 2 to 3

times, then return it to its CLEANER HOME POSITION .

Charger Cleaner Knob

Figure 2-12

After cleaning, make sure you restore the charger cleaner to its home
position.

If the charger cleaner knob is not restored to its home position (marked
CLEANER HOME POSITION ), a black band will print along the length
Note of the page the next time you use the printer.

5 After cleaning is done, put the process unit back in the printer. To do
so, carefully align the guides at both ends of the process unit with
the slots in the printer.

Process Unit

Figure 2-13

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 Cleaning the Printer

6 Close the front cover.

Front Cover

Figure 2-14

7 Close the top cover by pressing down on the front left and right
corners of the top cover.

Top Cover

Figure 2-15

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Chapter 3 Troubleshooting
3

This chapter explains how to handle printer problems that may occur. If a
problem cannot be corrected, contact your Kyocera Mita dealer.
This chapter explains the following topics:
• General Guide for Troubleshooting
• Print Quality Problems
• Indicators
• Paper Jam Removal

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 General Guide for Troubleshooting

3.1 General Guide for Troubleshooting

There are quite a few printer problems which may be corrected by the user.
If some kind of printer problem should occur, check the following before
concluding the printer is broken.
This section explains how to correct these problems.

Symptom Check Items Corrective Action

The printer will not Check the indicator. Off Look through the items below and check
print from the anything that seems appropriate.
computer. Flashing Rapid flashing: An error has occurred. For
details on error warnings and remedies, see
section 3.3 Indicators on page 3-6.
Flickering: The printer is offline. Pressing the
key switches the printer to online status.
Lit See the appropriate item below.
Check if status page can Status page There may be a problem with the computer’s
be printed. can be connection to the network. Also, look through
printed. the items below and check anything that
seems relevant.
Print quality is not good. See section 3.2 Print Quality Problems on
page 3-3.
Paper is jammed. See section 3.4 Paper Jam Removal on page
3-15.
Nothing lights on the Check that the power cord is properly Turn off the printer’s power, plug in the power
operator panel even plugged into the power outlet. cord securely, and try turning on the printer’s
when power is turned power again.
on and the fan makes Check that the power switch is really in the ON ( | ) position.
no noise.
The printer prints a Check the interface cable. Connect both ends of the interface cable
status page, but data securely. Try replacing the printer cable. For
from the computer is details on the parallel interface for this
not being printed printer, see Appendix B.
normally. Check program files and application Try printing another file or using another
software. print command. If the problem occurs only
with a specific file or application, check the
printer settings for that application.
Table 3-1

If you still cannot correct a printer problem even after checking the above,
please contact your Kyocera Mita dealer.

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 Print Quality Problems

3.2 Print Quality Problems

As the following table shows, there are many possible causes of print
quality problems, such as blank output as. The troubleshooting procedure
for each type of problem is explained below. If you still can not solve the
problem, contact your Kyocera Mita dealer.

Printed Results Corrective Action

All-black printout Contact your Kyocera Mita dealer.

Dropouts, horizontal streaks, stray dots Clean the charger wire.

Open the printer’s top and front covers. Remove the
process unit from the printer and slide the charger knob
back and forth to clean the charger wire.
(See Chapter 2)

Black or white vertical streaks Check the operator panel.

When the (toner) indicator flashes, install a new
toner kit. Clean the printer after replacement.
(See Chapter 2)
Clean the charger wire.
Open the printer’s top and front covers. Remove the
process unit from the printer and slide the charger knob
back and forth to clean the charger wire.
(See Chapter 2)
Check the position of the charger cleaner knob.
Open the printer’s top and front covers. Remove the
process unit from the printer. Make sure the charger
cleaner knob is restored to its home position.
(See Chapter 2)
Change the corresponding custom paper type
setting.
When selecting the settings for the custom paper type
under the Custom Paper Type Settings, be sure to select
Normal 1 as the corresponding weight in the KM-NET for
Clients. (See the KM-NET for Clients Operation
Guide.)
Table 3-2

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Printed Results Corrective Action

Faint or blurred printing Check the EcoPrint setting.
When this setting is On, switch it to Off on the KM-NET
for Clients. (See the KM-NET for Clients Operation
Guide.)
Confirm the (toner) indicator.
If the (toner) indicator flashes, install a new toner
kit. (See Chapter 2)
Clean the charger wire.
Open the printer’s top and front covers. Remove the
process unit from the printer and slide the charger knob
back and forth to clean the charger wire.
(See Chapter 2)
Try setting the thin paper mode.
Set the paper type to Thin in the KM-NET for Clients
utility. (See the KM-NET for Clients Operation
Guide.)
If the toner is not being fixed well to the paper,
adjust the corresponding custom paper type
setting.
When selecting the settings for the custom paper type
under the Custom Paper Type Settings, be sure to select
Normal 3 as the corresponding weight in the KM-NET for
Clients. (See the KM-NET for Clients Operation
Guide.)
Grey background. Check the operator panel.
When the (toner) indicator flashes, install a new
toner kit. (See Chapter 2)
Check the process unit.
Open the printer’s top and front covers, then check that
the process unit is properly installed.

Dirt on the top edge or back of the paper Check the transfer roller.
Open the printer’s top and front covers. Remove the
process unit from the printer and check whether the
transfer roller is dirty. If so, print several pages to
eliminate the dirt.
Check the registration roller.
Open the printer’s top and front covers. Remove the
process unit from the printer and check whether the
registration roller is soiled with toner. If so, wipe it clean
using the supplied wiper cloth.

Table 3-2 (Continued)

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Printed Results Corrective Action

Characters out of position. Check the file or program.
Check whether the problem is being caused by a
PRESCRIBE command error. If the problem occurs only
with a specific file or program, the most likely cause is an
error in a parameter to a command or command syntax.
Check the paper size setting.
Check that the paper size set in the paper source and the
paper size set on the KM-NET for Clients are the same.
(See the KM-NET for Clients Operation Guide.)

Table 3-2 (Continued)

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3.3 Indicators
There are four indicators on the printer’s operator panel. These light, flash,
and turn off in combination to indicate the printer’s current status. This
section explains the indicators on the operator panel and the appropriate
corrective action to take in each case.
Indicator displays can be classified into three categories: maintenance,
errors, and normal. In the following table, indicators are shown to be lit,
flashing, or off. Further, flashing is divided into two speeds, fast and slow.

Lit

Red/Green
Fast Flashing

Red/Green
Slow flashing

Red/Green
Off

Grey

By using the KM-NET for Clients utility, you can monitor the printer’s
status from the computer. When a printer error occurs, the error message
is displayed on the computer’s screen. The display for the KM-NET for
Clients is described in the following tables.

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3.3.1 Maintenance Messages

The following table lists error messages that can be dealt with by the user.
Read the explanations carefully.

Indicator KM-NET for Clients display Corrective Action

Add paper <paper source> The paper has run out. Add paper to the
paper cassette (1 or 2) or MP tray.
The paper source is displayed in the KM-NET for
Clients.
The paper cassette is not closed securely.
Close the paper cassette properly.
Close The top or front cover is open.
top cover Close the cover properly.

Load Cassette # There is data for printing that matches with a

<paper size><paper type> paper cassette setting (paper size, paper type),
but there is no paper in the paper cassette.
Set paper of the size and type specified in the print
data into the cassette (1 or 2) to resume printing.
When you want to feed from a other paper source,
press the key to switch the paper source. The
printer prints on the paper size and type set in that
particular paper source.
Load MP tray The cassette paper size and data paper size
<paper size><paper type> are not the same.
The printer feeds from the MP Tray when the page
in the paper cassette is a different size and type
than that specified in the print data. Set paper of
the size and type specified in the print data into the
MP tray, then press the key to resume printing.
When you want to feed from a source other than the
MP tray, make sure there is no paper in the MP
tray, then press the key to switch the paper
source. The printer prints on the paper size set in
that particular paper source.

Feeding the paper having a paper size

which does not match the current paper
size from the MP tray can cause paper jam.
Note
Paper jam Open the printer and clear the paper jam.
############ The location of the paper jam is also indicated in
place of #’s.
For details on how to clear paper jams, see section
3.4 Paper Jam Removal on page 3-15.
Table 3-3

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Indicator KM-NET for Clients display Corrective Action

Paper path error There is no cassette in the feeder, or the
cassette is not inserted properly.
After reinserting the paper cassette, you should be
able to print.

Replace toner There is no more toner in the toner container.

The printer has stopped because there is no more
toner. Replace with a new toner kit. After replacing,
be sure to clean the printer. (See Chapter 2)

Set paper There is no paper in the MP tray.

Press GO Add paper to the tray. Press the key to resume
printing.

Feeding the paper having a paper size

which does not match the current paper
size from the MP tray can cause paper jam.
Note
Toner low There is not enough toner inside the toner
container.
Promptly replace with a new toner as the printer
will stop printing before long. Clean the printer
after replacement. (See Chapter 2)
(No indication patterns Warning The print job cannot be done at current
available) image adapt resolution because there is not enough
internal memory.
Try adding memory or changing resolution.
(No indication patterns Warning The printer’s memory is running low because
available) low memory of the number of downloaded fonts and
macros.
Print a status page to see how much user memory is
left and try deleting unnecessary fonts and macros.
Warning waste The waste toner reservoir is almost full.
toner box The waste toner reservoir will become full and the
printer will stop printing.
Contact your Kyocera Mita dealer.

Table 3-3 (Continued)

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3.3.2 Errors Requiring Service Personnel Attention

When the following errors occur, turn off your printer, remove the plug
from the AC outlet, and contact your Kyocera Mita dealer. The indicators
are shown in two different states, according to the way they alternate.

Indicator Corrective Action

Main motor error (2000error)
Contact your Kyocera Mita dealer.

Scanner motor error (4000 error)

Contact your Kyocera Mita dealer.

Scanner pin-photo error (4200 error)

Contact your Kyocera Mita dealer.

Eraser error (5300 error)

Contact your Kyocera Mita dealer.

Table 3-4

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Indicator Corrective Action

Fuser error (6000 error)
Contact your Kyocera Mita dealer.

The waste toner reservoir is full (7980 error)

Turn off the printer’s power and remove the process unit from the printer. Gently
shake the process unit horizontally a few times, then reinstall it into the printer. Turn
on the printer’s power. If this error message does not disappear, contact your Kyocera
Mita dealer (less than 100,000 pages printing).

The waste toner reservoir is full (7990 error)

Same as above (100,000 pages printing or more).

Controller check sum error (F010 error)

Contact your Kyocera Mita dealer.

Controller RAM read/write error (F020 error)

Contact your Kyocera Mita dealer.

Table 3-4 (Continued)

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Indicator Corrective Action

Controller system error (F030 error)
Contact your Kyocera Mita dealer.

Communication error (F040 error)

Contact your Kyocera Mita dealer.

Engine ROM check sum error (F050 error)

Contact your Kyocera Mita dealer.

Table 3-4 (Continued)

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3.3.3 Error Messages

With the following errors, printing continues when you press the printer’s
key. You can confirm these errors by printing a status page. (See pages
1-4 and 1-5.)

Indicator KM-NET for Corrective Action

Clients display
File not found The specified file is not found.
Press GO Press the key to resume printing. You can abandon printing
by pressing the key.

KPDL Error Current print processing cannot continue.

Press GO Press the key to resume printing. You can abandon printing
by pressing the key.

MemoryCard err## An error has occurred during access to the memory card
Press GO using the PRESCRIBE RWER command or from the KM-
NET for Clients.
Look at the error code given in place of ## and refer to the
corresponding description given below.
04 :The capacity of the memory card is insufficient. Clean up
files.
05 :Specified file not on memory card.
06 :No memory for use by memory card. Expand printer memory.
Press the key to resume printing. You can abandon printing
by pressing the key.

Memory overflow Printing cannot continue because there is not enough

Press GO memory.
Try adding more memory. Press the key to resume printing.
You can abandon printing by pressing the key.
Print overrun Current print processing cannot continue due to complex
Press GO data.
The data transferred to the printer was too complex to print on a
page. Press the key to print data as far as it was stored. You
can abandon printing by the key.

To release the page protect mode, send the following

command to the printer from the KM-NET for Clients
after this error occurs:
Note !R! FRPO R5, 1; EXIT;
RAM DISK error ## Check the error code displayed in ## and refer to the
Press GO appropriate description below.
01: Abnormal format. Try turning the power off and on again.
02: RAM disk mode is Off. Turn RAM disk mode On.
04: No disk space. Clean up files.
05: Specified file is not on disk.
06: No memory for use by disk system. Expand printer memory.
Table 3-5

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Indicator KM-NET for Corrective Action

Clients display
None The printer has halted because you attempted to insert/
remove a memory card into/from the printer slot while the
printer power is on.
Turn the power switch off and then on to restart the printer.

Make sure to turn the printer power off before inserting/

removing a memory card.

Note
None Format error This message appears when the printer is in the ready
Memory card state and the memory card is not formatted, and therefore
cannot be read or written.
Format the memory card.
Table 3-5 (Continued)

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3.3.4 Normal Indicator Display

The following displays appear during normal printer operation.

Indicator KM-NET for Clients display Description

Cancelling data Data inside the printer is being canceled.
The indicators light in sequence from the top, then
go off in sequence from the bottom. This process is
repeated twice.
When the printer is switched on for the first time
after the toner container is installed, (Adding
toner) also appears.

Please wait The printer is warming up and is not ready to print.

The indicators light in sequence twice from top to
bottom.
When the printer is switched on for the first time
after the toner container is installed, (Adding
toner) also appears.

Processing The printer is receiving data.

Processing The printer is processing data.

Waiting The printer is waiting for the end-of-job command
before printing the last page. Pressing the key
allows you to obtain the last page immediately.
Form Feed Timeout The printer is printing the last page after a waiting
period.
Ready The printer is ready to print.

The printer is offline. The printer stores but does

not print received data.

Sleeping The printer is in sleep mode. The indicator

flashes at 5-second intervals and all other
indicators go off. The printer wakes from Sleep
mode whenever a key on the operator panel is
pressed, the cover is opened or closed, or data is
received. The printer then warms up and goes
online. (You can set the amount of time before the
printer enters sleep mode from the KM-NET for
Clients utility.)
Table 3-6

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3.4 Paper Jam Removal

This section describes how to remove paper when it jams in the printer.
The printer will stop whenever paper jams in the printer or paper is not fed
from a paper cassette. The printer will go offline and (paper jam)
indicator will light in the operator panel. When a jam occurs, check the
points indicated in the following and clear the jam as indicated.
If paper jams occur frequently, try using a different type of paper, replace
with paper from another ream, turn the stack of paper over, or turn the
paper the other way around. Read the information in Chapter 4. Also, look
for tiny pieces of paper that may have been torn apart and overlooked
when the jammed paper was removed.
If you cannot solve the problem by changing the paper, there may be a
problem with the printer. Call a service person.

• When pulling the paper, pull it gently so as not to tear it. Torn pieces
of paper are difficult to remove and may be easily overlooked,
Note deterring the jam recovery.
• Depending on where the jam occurred, the printer may or may not
reprint the jammed page.

3.4.1 Jam at the Face-down Tray and the Rear Cover

If paper is not completely ejected and has stopped only part way out, open
the rear cover and remove the jammed paper by pulling it out. Open and
close the printer’s top cover to clear the error. The printer then
automatically warms up and resumes printing.

Rear Cover
Figure 3-1

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3.4.2 Jam at the Paper Cassette

Pull out the paper cassette and remove any partially fed paper, then re-
close the paper cassette. Open and close the printer’s top cover to clear the
error. The printer then automatically warms up and resumes printing.
Follow the same steps for clearing the jammed paper at the option paper
feeder’s paper cassette.

Paper
Feeder

Paper Cassette Paper Feeder’s Paper Cassette

Figure 3-2

3.4.3 Jam at the Duplexer

When a paper jam occurs in the duplex section, clear it using the following
procedure.

1 Open the rear cover and remove the jammed paper as shown in the
figure.

Rear Cover

Figure 3-3

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2 Pull the paper cassette all the way out of the printer.

Paper Cassette

Figure 3-4

3 Open the duplexer’s rear cover and remove any jammed paper.

Duplexer’s Rear Cover

Figure 3-5

4 Open the duplexer’s front cover and remove any jammed paper.

Duplexer’s Front Cover

Figure 3-6

5 Insert the paper cassette into the slot in the printer.

6 Open and close the printer’s top cover to clear the error. The printer
then automatically warms up and resumes printing.

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3.4.4 Jam Inside the Printer

When a paper jam occurs inside the printer, clear it using the following
procedure.

1 Open the printer’s top and front covers.

Top Cover

Front Cover

Figure 3-7

2 Remove the process unit from the printer as shown in the figure.

Process Unit

Figure 3-8

3 Remove the jammed paper from the printer as shown in the figure.

Figure 3-9

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When the jammed paper appears to be pinched by rollers, pull it along

the normal paper running direction.
Note
4 After you have removed the jammed paper, put the process unit back
into the printer.

5 Close the printer’s front cover and top cover. The printer then
automatically warms up and resumes printing.

3.4.5 Jam at the MP Tray

When a paper jam occurs in the MP tray, clear it using the following
procedure.

1 Leaving any paper that may be jammed there, remove the rest of the
paper from the MP tray.

Figure 3-10

Do not try to forcefully pull out paper that has already been fed partially
in to the MP tray. Instead, proceed to the next step.
Note

Figure 3-11

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2 Open the printer’s top and front covers.

Top Cover

Front Cover

Figure 3-12

3 Remove the process unit from the printer as shown in the figure.

Process Unit

Figure 3-13

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4 Use the following procedure that corresponds to the status of the

jammed paper, in order to remove that paper.

(A) If the leading edge of the jammed paper has been fed further into
the printer than the metal registration roller, remove the jammed
paper by its leading edge.

(B) If the paper has not been fed as far as the metal registration
roller, remove the jammed paper from the MP tray side.

(A) (B)

Registration Registration
Roller(Metal) Roller(Metal)

Figure 3-14

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Chapter 4 Paper Selection
4

This chapter explains the following topics:

• General Guidelines
• Selecting the Right Paper
• Special Paper
• Paper Type

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4.1 General Guidelines

The printer is designed to print on high-quality copier bond paper (the kind
used in ordinary dry copier machines), but it can also accept a variety of
other types of paper within the limits specified below.

The manufacturer assumes no liability for problems that occur when

paper not satisfying these requirements is used.
Note
Selection of the right paper is important. Using the wrong paper can result
in paper jams, misfeeding, curling, poor print quality, and paper waste, and
in extreme cases can damage the printer. The guidelines given below will
increase the productivity of your office by ensuring efficient, trouble-free
printing and reducing wear and tear on the printer.

4.1.1 Paper Availability

Most types of paper are compatible with a variety of machines. Paper
intended for xerographic copiers can also be used with the printer.
There are three general grades of paper: economy, standard, and premium.
The most significant difference between grades is the ease with which they
pass through the printer. This is affected by the smoothness, size, and
moisture content of the paper, and the way in which the paper is cut. The
higher the grade of paper you use, the less risk there will be of paper jams
and other problems, and the higher the level of quality your printed output
will reflect.
Differences between paper from different suppliers can also affect the
printer’s performance. A high-quality printer cannot produce high-quality
results when the wrong paper is used. Low-priced paper is not economical
in the long run if it causes printing problems.
Paper in each grade is available in a range of basis weights (defined later).
The traditional standard weights are 16, 20, and 28 pounds (60 to 105 g/m2).

4.1.2 Paper Specifications

The following table summarizes the basic paper specifications. Details are
given on the following pa
Item Specification
Weight Cassette : 60 to 105 g/m2 (16 to 28 lb/ream)
MP tray : 60 to 163 g/m2 (16 to 43 lb/ream)
Thickness 0.086 to 0.110 mm (3.4 to 4.3 mils)
Dimensional accuracy ±0.7 mm (±0.0276 inches)
Squareness of corners 90° ±0.2°
Moisture content 4% to 6%
Direction of grain Long grain
Pulp content 80% or more
Table 4-1

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4.2 Selecting the Right Paper

Laser printing is a process involving laser light, electrostatic discharge,
toner, and heat. In addition, as the paper passes through the printer it
undergoes considerable sliding, bending, and twisting motions. A high-
quality printing paper matching the printer’s requirements withstands all
these stresses, enabling the printer to turn out clean, crisp printed copies
consistently.
Remember that all paper is not the same. Some of the factors to consider
when selecting paper for the printer are as follows:

Condition of the Paper

Avoid using paper that is bent at the edges, curled, dirty, torn, embossed, or
contaminated with lint, clay, or paper shreds.
Use of paper in these conditions can lead to illegible printing, misfeeding,
and paper jams, and can shorten the life of the printer. In particular, avoid
using paper with a surface coating or other surface treatment. The paper
should have as smooth and even a surface as possible.

Composition
Do not use paper that has been coated or surface-treated and contains
plastic or carbon. The heat of fusing can cause such paper to give off
harmful fumes.
Bond paper should contain at least 80% pulp. Not more than 20% of the
total paper content should consist of cotton or other fibers.

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 Selecting the Right Paper

Paper Size
Cassettes and an MP tray are available for the paper sizes listed in
Table 4-2. The dimensional tolerances are ±0.7 mm (±0.0276 inches) for
the length and width. The angle at the corners must be 90° ±0.2°.

Multi-Purpose tray Size Cassette or multi-purpose tray Size

Monarch 3-7/8 × 7-1/2 inches Legal (Not available with the MP 8-1/2 × 14 inches
Business 4-1/8 × 9-1/2 inches tray)

ISO DL 11 × 22 cm Letter 8-1/2 × 11 inches

ISO C5 16.2 × 22.9 cm ISO A4 210 × 297 mm
ISO B5 17.6 × 25 cm ISO A5 148 × 210 mm
Executive 7-1/4 × 10-1/2 inches JIS B5 182 × 257 mm
Commercial 9 3-7/8 × 8-7/8 inches Custom Cassette:
Commercial 6-3/4 3-5/8 × 6-1/2 inches 148 to 216 mm × 210 to 297
mm, and Legal
ISO A6 105 × 148 mm (5-13/16 to 8-1/2 inches ×
JIS B6 128 × 182 mm 8-1/4 to 11-11/16 inches)
Oficio II 8-1/2 × 13 inches
MP tray:
16K 197 × 273 mm 70 to 216 mm × 148 to 297
Statement 5-1/2 × 8-1/2 inches mm
(2-13/16 to 8-1/2 inches ×
Folio 210 × 330 mm
5-13/16 to 11-11/16 inches)
Hagaki 100 × 148 mm
OufukuHagaki 148 × 200 mm
Youkei 2 114 × 162 mm Other sizes of paper can be fed manually. The minimum size paper for
Youkei 4 105 × 235 mm manual feed is 70 × 148 mm (2-13/16 × 5-13/16 inches), fed lengthwise.
The maximum size is 216 × 297 mm (8-1/2 × 11-11/16 inches).
Table 4-2

Smoothness
The paper should have a smooth, uncoated surface. Paper with a rough or
sandy surface can cause voids in the printed output. Paper that is too
smooth, however, can cause multiple feeding and fogging problems.
(Fogging is a gray background effect.)

Basis Weight
Basis weight is the weight of a standard quantity of paper. In the
traditional system the standard quantity is a ream consisting of 500 sheets
measuring 17 × 22 inches each. In the metric system the standard quantity
is 1 square meter.
Paper that is too light or too heavy can cause misfeeding, jams, and
premature wear of the printer. Uneven paper weight can cause multiple
feeds, print defects, poor toner fusing, blurring, and other print quality
problems. The proper weight is 60 to 105 g/m2 for the paper cassette, and
60 to 163 g/m2 for the MP tray.

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Thickness (Caliper)
Thick paper is referred to as high-caliper paper and thin paper as low-
caliper paper. The paper used with the printer should be neither extremely
thick nor extremely thin. If you are having problems with paper jams,
multiple feeds, and faint printing, the paper you are using may be too thin.
If you are having problems with paper jams and blurred printing the paper
may be too thick. The proper thickness is 0.086 to 0.110 mm (3.4 to 4.3
mils).

Moisture Content
Moisture content is defined as the percent ratio of moisture to the dry mass
of the paper. Moisture can affect the paper’s appearance, feedability, curl,
electrostatic properties, and toner fusing characteristics.
The moisture content of the paper varies with the relative humidity in the
room. When the relative humidity is high and the paper absorbs moisture,
the paper edges expand, becoming wavy in appearance. When the relative
humidity is low and the paper loses moisture, the edges shrink and
tighten, and print contrast may suffer.
Wavy or tight edges can cause misfeeding and alignment anomalies. The
moisture content of the paper should be 4 to 6%.
To ensure the proper moisture content it is important to store the paper in
a controlled environment. Some tips on moisture control are:
• Store paper in a cool, dry location.
• Keep the paper in its wrapping as long as possible. Rewrap paper that
is not in use.
• Store paper in its original carton. Place a pallet etc. under the carton to
separate it from the floor.
• After removing paper from storage, let it stand in the same room as the
printer for 48 hours before use.
• Avoid leaving paper where it is exposed to heat, sunlight, or damp.

Paper Grain
When paper is manufactured, it is cut into sheets with the grain running
parallel to the length (long grain) or parallel to the width (short grain).
Short grain paper can cause feeding problems in the printer. All paper used
in the printer should be long grain.

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Other Paper Properties

Porosity: Refers to the density of the paper structure; that is, to how
openly or compactly the fibers are bonded.
Stiffness: Limp paper can buckle inside the printer, while paper that is too
stiff may bind. Either way the result is a paper jam.
Curl: Most paper has a natural tendency to curl in one direction. The
paper should be loaded so that the natural curl is downward, to counteract
the upward curl imparted by the printer. Printed sheets will then come out
flat. Most paper also has a top and bottom surface. Loading instructions
are usually given on the paper package.

If the paper is considerably curled in one direction, e.g. when the paper
was used to print on one side, try to roll the paper in the opposite
Note direction to counteract the curl. Printed sheets will then come out flat.

Electrostatic properties: During the printing process the paper is

electrostatically charged to attract the toner. The paper must be able to
release this charge so that printed sheets do not cling together in the
output tray.
Whiteness: The contrast of the printed page depends on the whiteness of
the paper. Whiter paper provides a sharper, brighter appearance.
Quality control: Uneven sheet size, corners that are not square, ragged
edges, welded (uncut) sheets, and crushed edges and corners can cause the
printer to malfunction in various ways. A quality paper supplier should
take considerable care to ensure that these problems do not occur.
Packaging: Paper should be packed in a sturdy carton to protect it from
damage during transport. Quality paper obtained from a reputable
supplier is usually properly packaged.

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4.3 Special Paper

The following types of special paper can be used:
• Transparency (overhead projection film)
• Adhesive-backed label paper
• Envelopes
• Colored paper
• Preprinted paper
• Recycled paper
Use paper that is sold specifically for use with copiers (heat-fusing type).
Transparency, label paper, and envelopes should not be placed in the paper
cassette; they must be fed from the MP tray and delivered in the face up
stack.
Since the composition and quality of special paper vary considerably,
special paper is more likely than white bond paper to give trouble during
printing. No liability will be assumed if moisture and so forth given off
during printing on special paper causes harm to the machine or operator.

Before purchasing any type of special paper, test a sample on the printer
and check that printing quality is satisfactory.
Note
Specifications for each type of special paper are given below.

4.3.1 Transparency (overhead projection film)

Transparency must be able to withstand the heat of fusing during the
printing process. It should satisfy the conditions in.Table 4-3.
Item Specification
Tolerance of heat Must tolerate at least 190°C (374°F)
Thickness 0.100 to 0.110 mm (3.9 to 4.3 mils)
Material Polyester
Dimensional accuracy ±0.7 mm (±0.0276 in)
Squareness of corners 90° ± 0.2°
Table 4-3

If transparency jams frequently, pull the top of the sheet very gently as it
leaves the printer.

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4.3.2 Adhesive-Backed Labels

The basic rule for printing on adhesive labels is that the adhesive must never come
into contact with any part of the printer. Adhesive paper sticking to the drum or
rollers will damage the printer.
Label paper must be manually fed.
Label paper has a structure comprising of three layers, as shown in Table 4-4 on
page 4-8. The top sheet is printed on. The adhesive layer consists of pressure-
sensitive adhesives. The carrier sheet (also called the linear or backing sheet) holds
the labels until use. Due to the complexity of its composition, adhesive-backed label
paper is particularly likely to give trouble in printing.

Top sheet (white bond paper)

Adhesive
Carrier sheet
Figure 4-1

Adhesive label paper must be entirely covered by its top sheet, with no spaces
between the individual labels. Labels with spaces in between are apt to peel off,
causing serious paper jam problems.
Some label paper is manufactured with an extra margin of top sheet around the
edge. Do not remove the extra top sheet from the carrier sheet until after printing is
finished.

Acceptable Unacceptable

Top
sheet

Carrier sheet

Figure 4-2

Table 4-4 lists the specifications for adhesive label paper.

Item Specification
Weight of top sheet 44 to 74 g/m2 (12 to 20 lb/ream)
Composite weight 104 to 151 g/m2 (28 to 40 lb/ream)
Thickness of top sheet 0.086 to 0.107 mm (3.9 to 4.2 mils)
Composite thickness 0.115 to 0.145 mm (4.5 to 5.7 mils)
Moisture content 4 to 6% (composite)
Table 4-4

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 Special Paper

Postcards
Fan the stack of postcards and align the edges before loading them in the
MP tray. Make sure the postcards you are going to set are not curled.
Feeding curled postcards may cause paper jams.
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 to smooth them.

Figure 4-3

Envelopes
The printer can print on envelopes using paper with a basis weight of 60 to
79 g/m2 (16 to 21 lb/ream). Envelopes must be manually fed.
An envelope is a more complex object than a single sheet of paper. For this
reason, it may not be possible to obtain consistent printing quality over the
entire envelope surface.
Many envelopes have a diagonal grain orientation. (See Paper Grain on
page 4-5.) This orientation is more likely to wrinkle and crease on its way
through the printer. Before purchasing envelopes for use with the printer,
test a sample to verify the envelope’s suitability.
Do not use envelopes that have an encapsulated liquid adhesive.
Avoid long printing runs consisting of envelopes only. Extensive envelope
printing can cause premature printer wear.
To avoid jamming due to curled envelopes, do not leave more than
approximately 10 printed envelopes stacked in the paper trays during
multiple envelope printing.

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 Special Paper

Thick Paper
Fan the stack of paper and align the edges before loading them in the MP
tray. Some types of paper have rough edges on the back (those are created
when the paper is cut). In this case, put the paper on a flat place and rub
the edges once or twice with, for example, a ruler to smooth them in the
same way as described in Postcards on page 4-9. Feeding rough edged
paper may cause paper jams.

If the paper jams even after you smooth it out in such a way, set the paper
in the MP tray with the leading edge raised up a few millimeters as shown
Note in the illustration.

Figure 4-4

Colored Paper
Colored paper should satisfy the same conditions as white bond paper,
listed in Table 4-1 on page 4-2. In addition, the pigments used in the paper
must be able to withstand the heat of fusing during the printing process
(up to 200°C or 392°F).

Preprinted Paper
Preprinted paper should have a bond paper base. The preprinted ink must
be able to withstand the heat of fusing during the printing process, and
must not be affected by silicone oil.
Do not use paper with any kind of surface treatment, such as the type of
paper commonly used for calendars.

Recycled Paper
Select recycled paper that meets the same specifications as the white bond
paper (see Table 4-1 on page 4-2.) except whiteness.

Before purchasing recycled paper, test a sample on the printer and check
that the printing quality is satisfactory.
Note

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 Paper Type

4.4 Paper Type

The printer is capable of printing under the optimum setting for the type of
paper being used.
Setting the paper type for the paper source by using the KM-NET for
Clients utility will cause the printer to automatically select the paper
source and print in the mode best suited to that type of paper.
A different paper type setting can be made for each paper source including
the MP tray. Not only can preset paper types be selected, but it is also
possible for you to define and select customized paper types. See the KM-
NET for Clients Operation Guide.
Not all paper types are available to feed from the paper cassette. Certain
types of paper should be fed using the MP tray. See the table below.
Paper Source MP Tray Paper Paper Weight
Paper Type Cassette
Plain Yes Yes Normal 2
Transparency Yes No Extra heavy
Preprinted Yes Yes Normal 2
Labels Yes No Normal 2
Bond Yes Yes Normal 2
Recycled Yes Yes Normal 2
Vellum Yes No Light
Rough Yes Yes Heavy 1
Letterhead Yes Yes Heavy 1
Color Yes Yes Heavy 2
Prepunched Yes Yes Heavy 1
Envelope Yes No Heavy 3
Cardstock Yes No Heavy 2
Thick Yes No Heavy 2
†
Custom 1 (to 8) Yes Yes Normal 2
Yes : Can be stored No : Cannot be stored

Table 4-5
†
This is a paper type defined and registered by the user. Up to eight types of user
settings may be defined. For details, see the KM-NET for Clients Operation
Guide.

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Chapter 5 Fonts
5

This chapter describes the types of fonts installed with the printer.
• Internal Fonts
• List of Fonts

5-1
 Internal Fonts

5.1 Internal Fonts

A font is a set of characters of a particular design. The design is referred to
as a typeface. Several characteristics identify a font. These include the code
set (for details on code sets, please read the Technical Reference
provided on the CD-ROM supplied with the printer), spacing, pitch, height,
style, stroke weight, and typeface family.
The printer has 80 PCL/PS compatible fonts and 1 bitmap font. Fonts may
also be downloaded to the printer’s memory. These are referred to as
downloadable or soft fonts. The printer accepts as many downloadable
fonts as its user available memory permits.

5-2
 List of Fonts

5.2 List of Fonts

This section contains a full list of the printer’s internal fonts.

5.2.1 Internal Scalable and Bitmap Fonts and KPDL Fonts

Font
number Font samples

0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30

5-3
 List of Fonts

Font
number Font samples

31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69

5-4
 List of Fonts

Font
number Font samples

70
71
72
73
74
75
76
77
78
79
80

5-5
 List of Fonts

Font
KPDL Fonts ( 1 )

5-6
 List of Fonts

Font
KPDL Fonts ( 2 )

5-7
Appendix A Options
A

This appendix explains available options, how to expand the printer’s

memory, and also how to install the memory card and the network interface
card.
• Available Options
• Expansion Memory Installation
• Memory (CompactFlash) Card
• Network Interface Card

A-1
 Available Options

A.1 Available Options

The following options are available for the printer:

Either the network interface card or the serial interface board can be
installed in the printer.
Note
PF-17 Paper Feeder

Figure A-1

IB-11 Serial Interface Board Kit

Figure A-2

IB-20/21E/22 Network Interface Card

Figure A-3

Memory (CompactFlash) Card

Contact your Kyocera Mita dealer for information on purchasing the
memory card that is best suited for use with this printer.

A-2
 Expansion Memory Installation

A.2 Expansion Memory Installation

This appendix begins by explaining how to install a DIMM (dual in-line
memory module) on the main circuit board.
The FS-1020D comes supplied with 16 MB of memory installed. A slot is
provided for expanding the memory in your printer so that more complex
printing can be done, as well as increasing the printing speed. By installing
optional DIMM into your printer, the memory in the FS-1020D can be
increased to a maximum of 272 MB.

• The expansion memory should be installed only by a Kyocera Mita

authorized dealer or Kyocera Mita certified technician. Kyocera Mita
Note shall not be liable for damage due to improper installation of the
expansion memory.
• The following instructions are intended for the technician only.

Notes on Handling the Main Circuit Board and DIMM

Protect the electronics by taking these precautions:
• Before touching a DIMM, touch a water pipe or other large metal object
to discharge yourself of static electricity. While doing the work, it is
recommended that you wear an antistatic wrist strap.
• Touch the main circuit board and DIMM only by the edges.

YES

Figure A-4

NO

Figure A-5

A-3
 Expansion Memory Installation

DIMM to be used
Contact your Kyocera Mita dealer for information on purchasing the
DIMM that are best suited for use with this printer.
Either an 8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB, 128 MB, or 256 MB DIMM can be
used for memory expansion.

Installing the DIMM

Insert the DIMM into the socket as follows:

1 Turn the printer’s power off, then unplug the printer’s power cable
and disconnect the printer from the host computer.

2 Remove the screw from the rear of the printer.

Figure A-6

3 Remove the side cover as shown in the figure.

Side Cover

Figure A-7

A-4
 Expansion Memory Installation

After removing the side cover, you can see the DIMM socket on top of
the main circuit board.

DIMM socket

Figure A-8

4 Remove the DIMM from its package.

5 Open the clips on both ends of the DIMM socket.

Clips

Figure A-9

6 Insert the DIMM into the DIMM socket so that the notches on the
DIMM align with the corresponding protrusions in the slot.

DIMM

Figure A-10

A-5
 Expansion Memory Installation

7 Close the clips on the DIMM slot to secure the DIMM.

Figure A-11

8 When you have finished installing the DIMM, replace the side cover
and fasten it with the screw.

To remove a DIMM:
Remove the side cover as shown in steps 1 to 3 on page A-4, then carefully
pull the end clips outwards and pull the DIMM out of the socket.

Testing the Expansion Memory

After you have finished installing DIMM in the printer, test the printer to
see if installation succeeded.
To test the expansion memory, proceed as follows:

1 Make sure the power switch is off. Plug the power cord into the
printer and turn on the power.

2 When the printer is online, press and hold the

or more.
key for 3 seconds

3 If the installation succeeded, the amount of memory shown on the

status page will correspond with the amount of expansion memory.
(The factory installed memory size is 16 MB.)

A-6
 Expansion Memory Installation

Setting the Printer Driver

After you install the additional memory to the printer, follow the
instructions below to set the printer driver so that the printer can use the
memories efficiently.

1 Click the Windows Start button, and then click Printers and Faxes.

2 Right click the Kyocera Mita FS-1020D KX icon, and click

Properties.

The Properties dialog box will open. Click the Device Settings tab.

3 Enter the total memory size installed to the printer (up to 272 MB)
in the Memory box.

A-7
 Memory (CompactFlash) Card

A.3 Memory (CompactFlash) Card

Insert the memory (CF) card into the card slot located on the rear of the
printer. A memory card is a microchip card that may contain option fonts,
macros, forms, etc. The printer reads the contents of the card into its
internal memory when printer is turned on. The presence of this data in
the printer memory can be confirmed on the status page printout.
For details of available memory cards, contact your Kyocera Mita dealer.

1 Turn off the printer.

Never insert or remove a memory card while the printer power is on.
Failure to turn the power switch off will immediately halt the printer with
Note the four indicators turned on. It also could result in damage to the
printer’s electronic parts or the memory card. Turn the power switch on
again to restart the printer.

2 Remove the two screws from the option interface slot cover and
remove the slot cover.
Option Interface Slot Cover

Screws

Figure A-12

A-8
 Memory (CompactFlash) Card

If the Network Interface Card or the Serial Interface Board is

installed

Remove the two screws from the network interface card or the serial
interface board and remove it.
Network Interface Card
(or Serial Interface Board)

Screws

Figure A-13

3 Insert the memory card in the slot. Insert as shown in the figure.
Push it in all the way.

Memory Card

Figure A-14

4 Close and secure the slot cover. If the network interface card or the
serial interface board kit is removed in the step 2 above, reinstall
and secure the card or the kit.

A-9
 Network Interface Card

A.4 Network Interface Card

If the serial interface board kit is installed, remove it to use the network
interface card.
Note
Insert the option network interface card into the option interface slot at the
rear of the printer. The network interface card enables the printer to be
used in a network.

1 Turn off the printer and disconnect the power cord and printer cable.

2 Remove the two screws from the option interface slot cover and
remove the slot cover.
Option Interface Slot Cover

Screws

Figure A-15

3 Insert the network interface card and secure it with the screws
removed in step 2.

Network Interface Card

Screws

Figure A-16

A-10
Appendix B Host Computer
Interface
B

This appendix describes the signals used in the laser printer’s parallel, USB,
and serial (option) interfaces. It also lists pin assignments, signal functions,
timings, connector specifications, and voltage levels. For details on the
network interface, refer to the IB-21E/IB-22 User’s Manual contained on the
CD-ROM that is supplied with the printer.
This appendix explains the following topics:
• Parallel Interface
• USB Interface
• Serial Interface (Option)
• RS-232C Protocol

B-1
 Parallel Interface

B.1 Parallel Interface

B.1.1 Parallel Interface Communication Modes

The printer features fast data transmission on the parallel interface. The
parallel interface mode can be activated from the KM-NET for Clients
utility contained on the Kyocera Mita Software Library CD-ROM supplied
with the printer as follows:

Use a parallel printer cable that complies with the IEEE1284 standard.

Note

Auto [default]
The printer automatically changes its communication mode to the one the
host computer is currently using. Ordinarily, you should leave this setting
unchanged.

Nibble (high)
High speed data communication is used in compliance with the IEEE 1284
standard.

Normal
The printer uses the standard communication method prescribed for
Centronics interfaces.

High-speed
This mode enables faster data transmission between the printer and the
host computer. (Select this mode if printing problems occur when the
printer is connected to a workstation.)

B.1.2 Interface Signals

The pins of the parallel interface connector carry the signals listed in
Table B-1. Asterisks in the table indicate signals that are active low. The
table also indicates whether each signal is incoming or outgoing with
respect to the printer.

B-2
 Parallel Interface

Pin In/out Description

1 In Strobe* [nStrobe]
2 In Data 0 [Data 1]
3 In Data 1 [Data 2]
4 In Data 2 [Data 3]
5 In Data 3 [Data 4]
6 In Data 4 [Data 5]
7 In Data 5 [Data 6]
8 In Data 6 [Data 7]
9 In Data 7 [Data 8]
10 Out Acknowledge* [nAck]
11 Out Busy [Busy]
12 Out Paper Empty [PError]
13 Out Online (Select) [Select]
14 In Ignored [nAutoFd]
15 - Not connected
16 - 0V DC
17 - Chassis GND
18 - +5V DC
19 - Ground return
20 - Ground return
21 - Ground return
22 - Ground return
23 - Ground return
24 - Ground return
25 - Ground return
26 - Ground return
27 - Ground return
28 - Ground return
29 - Ground return
30 - Ground return
31 In Reset [nInit]
32 Out Error*, returns error status if FRPO O2=2 [nFault]
33 - -
34 - Not connected
35 Out Power Ready
36 In Select In [nSelectIn]
Table B-1

[ ]: Signal names in the Auto mode and Nibble (high) mode (IEEE 1284). In the Auto mode and
Nibble (high) mode, these signals are bi-directional.

B-3
 Parallel Interface

Detailed descriptions of the signals follow.

Strobe* [nStrobe] (Pin 1)

A negative-going Strobe* pulse causes the printer to read and latch the
data on the Data 0 [1] to Data 7 [8] signal lines.

Data 0 [1] to Data 7 [8] (Pins 2 to 9)

These eight signals form the data byte sent from the host computer to the
printer. Data 7 [8] is the most significant bit.

Acknowledge* [nAck] (Pin 10)

This negative-going pulse acknowledges the previous character received by
the printer.

Busy [Busy] (Pin 11)

This signal is high when the printer is busy and low when it is able to
accept more data.

Paper Empty [PError] (Pin 12)

This signal goes high when the printer runs out of paper.

Online [Select] (Pin 13)

This signal is high when the printer is online and low when the printer is
offline. It goes low when the upper unit is raised, or when the key is
pressed to set the printer offline.

+5V DC (pin 18)

This line is connected to the printer’s +5V DC line (+5 V ±0.5 V, maximum
400 mA, fused.)

Reset [nInit] (Pin 31)

This signal is used in the standard Centronics interface to enable the
computer to reset the printer.

Error* [nFault] (Pin 32)

When the high-speed parallel line control is on (FRPO O2=2), this line
returns error status.

Auxiliary output 1 (Pin 33)

This signal line is not used.

Power Ready (Pin 35)

This signal is high when the printer’s power is on.

B-4
 Parallel Interface

Select In [nSelectIn] (Pin 36)

This signal is used in some versions of the Centronics interface to enable
the computer to force the printer online.

The Paper Empty, Online, and Error signals are not used unless enabled
by the FRPO command (O2 parameter).
Note

B-5
 USB Interface

B.2 USB Interface

This printer supports the Full-Speed USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0.
USB interface specifications and interface signals are as follows.

B.2.1 Specifications

Basic specification
Complies with the Full-Speed USB 2.0.

Connectors
Printer: B-type receptacle (female) with upstream port
Cable: B-type plug (male)

Cable
Use shielded cable that complies with the Full-Speed USB 2.0 standards
and not longer than 5 meters (16 feet).

Transfer Mode
Full speed (max. 12 Mbps)

Power Control
Self-power device

B.2.2 Interface Signals

Pin Signal Description

1 Vbus Power supply (+5 V)
2 D- Data transmission
3 D+ Data transmission
4 GND Signal ground
Shell Shield
Table B-2

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 Serial Interface (Option)

B.3 Serial Interface (Option)

Installing the optional serial interface board kit (IB-11) in the printer
enables connection to a computer with an RS-232C standard serial
interface.

B.3.1 RS-232C Interface

Interface Signals
The pins of the printer’s RS-232C interface connector carry the signals
listed in Table B-3. The table also indicates whether each signal is
incoming or outgoing with respect to the printer.
Pin In/out Signal Description
1 - FG Frame ground
2 Out TXD Transmit Data
3 In RXD Receive Data
4 Out RTS Request To Send
5 In CTS Clear To Send
6 In DSR Data Set Ready
7 - SG Signal Ground
20 Out DTR Data Terminal Ready
Table B-3

Brief descriptions of the signals follow.

FG - Frame Ground - (Pin 1)

This pin is connected directly to the printer frame.

TXD - Transmit Data - (Pin 2)

This output carries asynchronous data sent by the printer to the computer.
It is used mainly in handshaking protocols.

RXD - Receive Data - (Pin 3)

This input carries serial asynchronous data sent by the computer to the
printer.

RTS - Request To Send - (Pin 4)

This output is always held high (above 3 volts).

CTS - Clear To Send - (Pin 5)

DSR - Data Set Ready - (Pin 6)
Unused.

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 Serial Interface (Option)

SG - Signal Ground - (Pin 7)

All signals can transmit between the printer and the host computer to send
each signal with a signal ground.

DTR - Data Terminal Ready - (Pin 20)

This output is used as a buffer nearly-full handshake line. It is held high
(above 3 volts) when the buffer can accept more data.

RS-232C Interface Voltage Levels

The voltage levels of the interface signals conform to EIA RS-232C
specifications. SPACE is from 3 volts to 15 volts. MARK is from -3 volts to
-15 volts. Voltages between -3 volts and 3 volts are undefined.

B-8
 RS-232C Protocol

B.4 RS-232C Protocol

A protocol is a set of rules the computer follows in sending data to the
printer. The RS-232C parameters are stored in battery backed-up memory.
They are indicated on the status printout. They can be changed by the
FRPO (firmware reprogram) command described in the Technical
Reference provided on the CD-ROM supplied with the printer. The
parameters and their identification codes are given below.

H1: Baud rate

Parameter value Baud rate
12 1200
24 2400
48 4800
96 9600
19 19200
38 38400
57 57600
11 115200

The factory setting is 9600 baud.

H2: Data bits

7 or 8, factory-set to 8.

H3: Stop bits

1 or 2, factory-set to 1.

H4: Parity
Parameter value Meaning
0 None
1 Odd
2 Even
3 Ignore

The factory setting is None (0 on the status printout).

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 RS-232C Protocol

H5: Protocol logic

Parameter value Meaning
0 Combination of 1 and 3 below
1 DTR/DSR, positive logic
2 DTR/DSR, negative logic
3 XON/XOFF
4 ETX/ACK
5 XON/XOFF recognized only as protocol

The factory setting is 0.

H6: Buffer nearly-full threshold

This is a percentage from 0 to 99. The factory setting is 90.

H7: Buffer nearly-empty threshold

This is a percentage from 0 to 99. The factory setting is 70.
The factory settings of the buffer nearly-full and nearly-empty thresholds
(H6 and H7) are subject to change without notification.
The gap between the nearly-full and nearly-empty thresholds allows the
computer to send a fairly large amount of data in a continuous stream.

H8: Received-data buffer size

This is the size of the input buffer, specified in units of 10 Kbytes. The
factory-set value is 6, meaning 60 Kbytes.

B.4.1 PRESCRIBE FRPO D0 Command

The PRESCRIBE FRPO D0 command provides control over XON/XOFF

operation when an error occurs on the serial interface. The following table
summarizes the error status corresponding to different D0 values.
Serial interface error
Error not Error handled
handled
Timing of XON XON sent every D0=0 (default) D0=1
transfer to host 3-5 seconds
while Ready or XON not sent D0=10 D0=11
Waiting
Table B-4

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 RS-232C Cable Connection

B.5 RS-232C Cable Connection

B.5.1 Obtain a Suitable RS-232C Cable

Make sure that the RS-232C cable is wired correctly. The cable must be a
null modem cable; that is, one in which pin 2 on either end of the cable is
connected to pin 3 on the other end. You cannot use a straight cable such as
IBM communication adapter cable type 1502067 unless you purchase a
null modem adapter.

B.5.2 Connecting the Printer to the Computer

Check that the power of both the printer and the computer is switched off.

1 Discharge yourself of static electricity by touching a metal object

such as a doorknob.

2 Remove the plastic cap from the printer’s RS-232C interface

connector.

3 Plug the printer end of the RS-232C interface cable into the printer’s
RS-232C connector and screw it in place.

4 Plug the other end of the cable into the computer’s RS-232C interface
connector.

5 Switch on the printer’s power.

6 The printer’s RS-232C parameters are factory-set to the following

values:

Baud rate=9600 bps, data bits (character length)=8 bits, stop bits=1,
parity=none
The two RS-232C protocols are XON/XOFF and DTR. The printer
performs both of them simultaneously, using positive logic for DTR.
If you are uncertain as to the printer’s current parameter settings,
you can reset them to the values listed above. See the KM-NET for
Clients Operation Guide.

7 Set the computer to the same parameters as the printer. On many

computers this can be done by setting DIP switches before the power
is turned on. Another method is as follows:

B-11
 RS-232C Cable Connection

With Windows XP, proceed as follows:

1 Click on the Start button in the Windows XP task bar and align the
cursor with Settings, then click on Control Panel from among the
items displayed.

2 The Control Panel window opens. Double click on System.

3 System Properties window opens. Click on the Hardware tab, then

click on the Device Manager button, and double click on Ports (COM
& LPT).

4 Double click on Communications Port.

5 The Communications Port Properties dialog is displayed for the

selected COM port. Click on the Port Settings tab and set the port
properties.

6 After setting the properties, click the OK button.

B-12
 RS-232C Cable Connection

In DOS, enter the following commands:

C:\>MODE COM1:96,N,8,1,P
C:\>MODE LPT1:=COM1
To test the interface, enter the following:
CTRL P
C:\>DIR
CTRL P
The software settings made using the above procedures are temporary. On
most computers, permanent settings must be made with DIP switches.

B-13
Appendix C Printer Specifications
C

C-1
 Printer Specifications

C.1 Printer Specifications

Item Description
Printing method Electrophotography, laser scan
Printing speed Simplex printing : 20 pages/minute (A4 size/Plain)
21 pages/minute ( Letter size/Plain)
Duplex printing : 10 pages/minute (A4/Letter size/Plain)
When printing multiple copies of the same page
Resolution Fast 1200 mode
600 dpi (vertical and horizontal) with KIR (Kyocera Image
Refinement)
300 dpi (vertical and horizontal) with KIR (Kyocera Image
Refinement)
First print Approx. 10 seconds or less (A4 or letter size), depends on input data
Warm-up time Approx. 15 seconds or less (from power on)
at 23°C, 120 or 220 V
Controller PowerPC 405 266 MHz
Main memory 16 MB, expandable up to 272 MB
Self test Performed at power-up
Maximum duty cycle 15,000 pages/month
Drum Organic Photoconductor
Developer Mono-component dry developer
Main charger Positive scorotron charger
Transferring Negative charger roller
Separation Curvature separation
Drum cleaning Blade cleaner
Drum discharging Illumination by eraser LED array
Fuser Heat roller and pressure roller
Toner saving EcoPrint mode
Paper Plain paper (See Chapter 3 )
Waste toner capacity More than 100,000 pages (with 5% print coverage)
Paper feed trays Cassette: Legal, Oficio II, Folio and A5 to A4/letter size universal
cassette [148 to 216 mm (5-13/16 to 8-1/2") × 210 to 297
mm (8-1/4 to 11-11/16")]. Holds 250 sheets of thickness
0.11 mm
MP tray: 70 to 216 mm (2-4/5 to 8-1/2") × 148 to 297 mm (5-13/16
to 11-11/16") (see page 4-4). Holds 50 sheets of thickness
0.11 mm.
Duplex printing is only available for A4 or Letter, or Legal size
paper.
Capacity of output trays Face-down tray: 250 sheets of thickness 0.11 mm
Table C-1

C-2
 Printer Specifications

Item Description
Ambient conditions Temperature: 10 to 32.5°C
Humidity: 20 to 80% RH
Optimum conditions: 23°C (73.4°F), 60% RH
Altitude: Max. 2000 m (6500 feet)
Illumination: Max. 1500 lux
Power requirements 110 V, 60 Hz, max. 6.5 A
120 V, 60 Hz, max. 7.1 A
220 to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz, max. 3.8 A
Max. allowable voltage fluctuation: ±10%
Max. allowable frequency fluctuation: ±2%
Power consumption Max.: 714 W (110 V), 819 W (120 V), 809 W (220 to 240 V)
During sleep mode: 4.4 W (110 V, 60 Hz)
4.5 W (120 V, 60 Hz)
4.3 W (220 to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz)
Operating noise (in accordance with ISO During printing: LpA=53 dB (A)
7779 [Bystander Position, sound During standby: LpA=28 dB (A)
pressure level at the front]) During sleep mode: Immeasurably low
Dimensions 378 (14-7/8) wide × 235 (9-1/4) high × 375 mm (14-3/4") deep
(Excl. the paper tray)
Weight 10.5 kg (23-1/8 lbs)
Table C-1 (Continued)

C-3
Glossary
Glossary

Glossary-1
 Glossary

Cassette mode IEEE1284

This is an operation mode for the MP tray. When This is a standard used when connecting a
this mode is used, approximately 50 sheets of printer to a computer, and was established by the
plain paper can be fed continuously, the same as Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers
for the cassette. in 1994.

dpi (dots per inch) KIR (Kyocera Image Refinement)

This indicates the number of dots printed per This is Kyocera Mita’s original smoothing
inch, and is the unit of printer resolution. function. It uses software to enhance the
printer’s resolution and produce high-quality
printing. The default setting is On.
EcoPrint
This is a printing mode that controls toner
consumption. Pages printed in the EcoPrint
KM-NET for Clients
mode are lighter than pages printed in the This is a utility that displays a virtual printer
normal mode. The default setting is Off. operation panel on your computer screen. You
can make various settings from the KM-NET for
Clients, such as the current paper source and
Emulation paper size. The KM-NET for Clients is contained
on the Kyocera Mita Software Library CD-ROM
This refers to emulation of manufacturers’ supplied with the printer.
printers. The printer emulates operation of the
following printers: PCL, Line printer, IBM
Proprinter, DIABLO 630, EPSON LQ-850,
KPDL.
KM-NET VIEWER
This is a network management tool that can be
used with the printer. You can view information
Expansion memory for printers connected to the network using
SNMP commands. KM-NET VIEWER is contained
This option is used to increase printer memory. on the Kyocera Mita Software Library CD-ROM
The printer has one expansion slot, and you can supplied with the printer.
install a 8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB, 128 MB,
or 256 MB DIMM (Dual Inline Memory Module).
Contact your Kyocera Mita dealer to purchase
the DIMM that is best suited for use with this
KPDL
printer. (Kyocera Printer Description
Language)
This is Kyocera Mita’s version of Adobe
First mode PostScript 3.
This is an operation mode for the MP tray.
Because the MP tray default setting is set to first
mode (priority printing from the MP tray), if MB (mega byte)
there is paper inserted in the MP tray, the first This unit is used to express data quantities and
paper will always feed from there even if another memory capacities. 1 MB is equivalent to
paper source is selected. First mode is specified 1024 KB, or 1,048,576 bytes.
as the factory default, but you can change this
setting from the KM-NET for Clients.

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MP tray Parallel interface

This is an abbreviation for Multi-Purpose tray. With this interface, data transfer between the
The MP tray is used instead of the cassette when printer and the computer takes place on 8-bit
printing on envelopes, postcards, transparency chunks. The printer can perform IEEE1284
sheets, and labels. compatible bi-directional communications.

Offline PRESCRIBE commands

The printer can receive data, but cannot print. This is the Kyocera Mita page printer control
Turn the printer online if you want to print. language installed on Kyocera Mita printers.
PRESCRIBE commands enable most print
settings necessary for pagination, and are easy to
Online understand because they are written in text
format, allowing you to do programming yourself.
The printer can output received data. For information on the commands and how to use
them, refer to the Command Reference and
Technical Reference contained on the CD-
Operator panel ROM supplied with the printer.
This is located on the top right side of the printer.
The panel consists of four indicators and two
keys. The four indicators light, flash, and go off Printer driver
in combination to indicate the printer’s status. The printer driver makes it possible for you to
Press the keys when you want to switch the print data created using application software.
printer between online and offline status, or to The printer driver for the printer is contained on
cancel printing. the Kyocera Mita Software Library CD-ROM
supplied with the printer. Install the printer
driver on the computer connected to the printer.
Outline font
With outline fonts, characters outlines are
represented by numerical expressions, and fonts Process unit
can be enlarged, reduced, or painted in different This is the printer’s main module and contains
ways by changing the numeric values of those the photosensitive drum and developer unit.
expressions. Printing remains clear even if you
enlarge fonts, since the letters are defined by an
outline. You can specify font size in steps of 0.25
points up to 999.75 points.
RAM disk
This is a virtual disk drive that uses part of the
printer’s memory. With RAM disk you can set
any memory size arbitrarily, and use electronic
sorting (to reduce print time).

Simple Network Management

Protocol (SNMP)
This is a protocol for the management of
networks that use TCP/IP (Transmission Control
Protocol/Internet Protocol).

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Sleep mode
This mode is activated after a specified amount
of time elapses. The printer goes into economy
mode and a minimum amount of power is
consumed. You can change the amount of time
before the printer goes into sleep mode from the
KM-NET for Clients. The default setting is 5
minutes.

Status page
This lists printer conditions, such as the printer’s
memory, the total number of copies printed, and
paper source settings. You can print the status
page by pressing the key for 3 seconds or
more.

USB (Universal Serial Bus)

An interface standard for low to middle speed
serial interfaces. This printer supports Full-
Speed USB 2.0. The maximum transfer rate is 12
Mbps and the maximum cable length is 5 meters
(16 feet).

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A KM-NET VIEWER Glossary-2 Paper cassette 3-7, 3-16

KPDL Glossary-2 Paper feeder (PF-17) A-2
Adhesive label 4-8 Kyocera Mita Document Library Paper jam 3-7, 3-15
viii Paper size 4-4
C Paper type 4-11
L Parallel interface B-2,
Glossary-3
Charger wire 3-3, 3-4
Label 4-8 communication modes B-2
Cleaner home position 2-8
Lock lever 2-3 transmission mode B-2
Cleaning 2-6
Power requirements C-3
CompactFlash card A-8
M PRESCRIBE command viii,
B-10, Glossary-3
D Print quality 3-3
Main circuit board A-5
Maintenance messages 3-7 Printer driver A-7, Glossary-3
DIMM Process unit 2-6, Glossary-3
installing A-4 Memory card A-2, A-8
Memory expansion A-3, charger wire 3-3, 3-4
removing A-6 cleaner home position 2-8
socket A-5 Glossary-2
MP tray Glossary-3 Protocol B-9
test A-6
cassette mode Glossary-2
Downloadable font 5-2
first mode Glossary-2 R
E
N RAM disk Glossary-3
Ready indicator 1-3
EcoPrint Glossary-2 Recycled paper 4-10
Emulation Glossary-2 Network A-2
Network interface card A-2, A-10 Registration roller 2-7, 3-4
Envelope 4-9 RS-232C B-7, B-9, B-11
Error messages 3-9, 3-12
O
Expansion memory A-3,
Glossary-2
S
Online/Offline 1-3, Glossary-3
Serial interface B-7
F Operator panel 1-2, Glossary-3
Options A-2 protocol B-9
RS-232C mode B-7
Feed selection 1-5
Font P Serial Interface Board Kit
(IB-11) A-2, B-7
characteristics 5-2 Side cover A-4
definition 5-2 Paper
Simple Network Management
identifying 5-3 adhesive label 4-8
Protocol (SNMP) Glossary-3
Font list 5-3 colored paper 4-10
Sleep mode Glossary-2,
Front cover 2-6 condition 4-3
Glossary-4
envelope 4-9
Specifications C-1, C-2
I grain 4-5
Status page 1-3, 1-4, Glossary-4
preprinted paper 4-10
recycled paper 4-10
IB-11 A-2, B-7
Indicators 1-3, 3-6 selection 4-1 T
Interface B-1, B-2 size 4-4
special paper 4-7 Toner counter 2-5
Internal font 5-2 Toner kit (TK-18) 2-2
specifications 4-2
installing 2-3
K thick paper 4-10
thickness 4-5 plastic bag 2-3
transparency 4-7 protective seal 2-4
Keys 1-3 replacement 2-3, 3-8
type 4-11
KIR 1-6, Glossary-2 toner container 2-2
weight 4-4

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wiper cloth 2-7

Top cover 2-3, 3-7
Transfer roller 2-7, 3-4
Transparency 4-7
Troubleshooting
error messages 3-12
guidelines 3-2
indicators 3-6
interface 3-2
maintenance messages 3-7
quality problems 3-3
Typeface 5-2

U
USB interface B-6, Glossary-4

W
Windows B-12

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