Ricoh Aficio MP 161F User Manual

Operating InstructionsPrinter ReferenceRead this manual carefully before you use this machine and keep it handy for future reference. For safe and cor

4Display PanelThis section describes configuration using the display panel when the printerfunction is selected.1. Operational status or messagesDispl

Appendix945Note❒ When using MacOS, use only the standard USB interface. The optional USBinterface board is not supported.❒ When using the USB Interfac

Specifications955❖ Transmittable distance:1 Mbps 400 m2 Mbps 270 m5.5 Mbps 200 m11 Mbps 140 mNote❒ These figures are a guideline for outdoor use. In g

96 EN USA B288-7603INDEXBBluetooth Interface Unit Type 3245, 95Bypass tray, 10, 12CCanceling a job, 83Collate, 86Control keys, 5Control pane

In accordance with IEC 60417, this machine uses the following symbols for the main power switch: a means POWER ON.b means POWER OFF.c means STAND BY.T

Operating Instructions Printer ReferenceEN USA B288-7603

5Reading the Display and Using KeysThis section explains how to read the display and using the selection key for theinitial display.1. Scroll keysPres

6Printer Features MenuThe following explains settings and meanings of functions on Printer Feature.Printer Feature screen appears when you press the {

7Memory Usage You can select the amount of memory used in Font Priority or Frame Priority, according to paper size or resolution.Duplex You can select

8❖ Host Interface❖ PCL Menu❖ PS Menu (optional) ❖ PDF Menu (optional)Menu DescriptionI/O BufferYou can set the size of the I/O Buffer. Nor-mally it is

9Note❒ Depending on which optional units you have installed or the printer lan-guage you have selected, some options are not displayed.❒ Depending on

10Setting Paper on the Bypass TrayThis section gives instructions for setting paper on the bypass tray.For details about paper size and paper type, se

11B Adjust the paper guides to the paper size, and then gently insert paper facedown into the bypass tray.1. Extender2. Paper guides•Open out the exte

12Note❒ Paper within the following dimensions can be set in the bypass tray:• Vertical: 90 - 216 mm (3.55 - 8.5 in.)• Horizontal: 139 - 600 mm (5.48 -

13B Select [System Settings] using {T} or {U}, and then press the {OK} key.C Select [Tray Paper Settings] using {T} or {U}, and then press the {OK} ke

IntroductionThis manual contains detailed instructions and notes on the operation and use of this machine. For yoursafety and benefit, read this manua

14Setting the Custom Size Paper Using the Control PanelThe following procedures are not required if you select the printer driver for thesettings. In

15E Select [Custom Size] using the scroll keys, and then press the {OK} key.F Enter the horizontal size of the paper using the number keys, and press{

16Setting Thick Paper or OHP Transparencies Using the Control PanelThe following procedures are not required if you select the printer driver for thes

17E Select paper type from the menu using {T} or {U}, and then press the {OK}key.F Press the {User Tools/Counter} key to return to the default screen.

18E Select [Thick Paper] using the {U} or {T} key, and then press the {OK} key.F Select [Printer Bypass Paper Size], and then press the {OK} key.G Sel

191. Preparing the MachineConfirming the Connection MethodThis machine supports network and local connection.Before installing the printer driver, che

Preparing the Machine201❖ Windows 2000❖ Windows XP❖ Windows Server 2003❖ Windows NT 4.0ReferenceSee the explanation about how to install the printer d

Confirming the Connection Method211Using as a network printerThis machine can be used as the Windows network printer, the NetWare printserver, or the

Preparing the Machine221Local ConnectionLocal connections can be established via parallel, USB, and Bluetooth connec-tions.Windows operating system ve

Installing the Printer Driver231Installing the Printer DriverThis section explains how to install the printer driver. There are two ways to in-stall t

iManuals for This MachineRefer to the manuals that are relevant to what you want to do with the machine.Important❒ Media differ according to manual.❒

Preparing the Machine241G Click [Install].The printer driver installation starts. H Click [Finish].A message about restarting the computer appears. Re

Installing the Printer Driver251D Click [DeskTopBinder - SmartDeviceMonitor for Client].E The message to quit all other applications appears. Quit all

Preparing the Machine261Windows XP, Windows Server 2003:A Open the [Printers and Faxes] window from the [Start] menu.The [Printers and Faxes] window a

Installing the Printer Driver271E The software license agreement appears in the [License Agreement] dialogbox.After reading the agreement, click [I ac

Preparing the Machine281❒ Under Windows 95 / 98 / Me, you cannot add an IP address partially sim-ilar to the one already used. For example, if “192.16

Installing the Printer Driver291L In the [Printer URL] box, enter “http://printer's address/printer” as the print-er's address.If the server

Preparing the Machine301ReferenceA message appears if there is a newer version of the printer driver alreadyinstalled. If there is, you cannot install

Installing the Printer Driver311K Click [Standard TCP/IP Port], and then click [OK].Configure the Standard TCP/IP port settings, and then see Windows

Preparing the Machine321Using the LPR PortThis describes how to install the PCL or RPCS printer driver using the LPR port.Important❒ To install this p

Installing the Printer Driver331N Check that the port of the selected printer is displayed in [Port].O Configure the default printer as necessary.P Cl

ii❖ Network GuideExplains how to configure and operate the machine in a network environ-ment, and use the software provided.This manual covers all mod

Preparing the Machine341Using as a Windows Network PrinterThis describes how to install the PCL or RPCS printer driver when using theprinter as a Wind

Using as a Windows Network Printer351G Click [Next >].H Select the [Printer Name] check box to select the printer models you want touse.The printer

Preparing the Machine361Using as a NetWare Print Server / Remote PrinterThis describes how to set up the Windows computer used as the NetWare client.I

Using as a NetWare Print Server / Remote Printer371H Double-click the printer name to display the printer settings.The details shown in [Comment], [Dr

Preparing the Machine381Form FeedDo not use NetWare to configure form feed. Form feed is controlled by the print-er driver on Windows. If NetWare form

Installing the Printer Driver Using USB391Installing the Printer Driver Using USBThis section explains how to install printer drivers using USB.Before

Preparing the Machine401H Install the printer driver. Click [Search for the best driver for your device. [Recom-mended]], and then click [Next >].I

Installing the Printer Driver Using USB411Windows 2000 - USBImportant❒ Installing a printer driver requires Administrator permission. Log on usingan a

Preparing the Machine421Note❒ The number after “USB” varies depending on the number of printers con-nected.Windows XP, Windows Server 2003 - USBImport

Installing the Printer Driver Using USB431F Click [Continue].G Click [Finish].If installation is successful, the icon of the printer connected to the

iiiTABLE OF CONTENTSManuals for This Machine ...iNotice ...

Preparing the Machine441Printing with Parallel ConnectionThis describes how to install the PCL or RPCS printer driver when using the par-allel port.To

Printing with Parallel Connection451L Click [Finish].The printer driver installation starts.M After the installation is completed, select one of the o

Preparing the Machine461Printing with Bluetooth ConnectionThis describes how to print using with Bluetooth devices.Supported ProfilesRefer the followi

Printing with Bluetooth Connection471B Check that the printer you want to use appears in 3Com Bluetooth Connec-tion Manager.C On the [Tool] menu, clic

Preparing the Machine481Configuring Security Mode SettingsThis describes how to configure the security mode settings.A Start 3Com Bluetooth Connection

Making Option Settings for the Printer491Making Option Settings for the PrinterMake option settings for the machine using the printer driver when bidi

Preparing the Machine501❖ When connected with the network• The machine must support bidirectional communication.• DeskTopBinder Lite must be installed

Making Option Settings for the Printer511C On the [File] menu, click [Properties].D Click the [Change Accessories] tab.If options in the [Change Acces

Preparing the Machine521Installing Font Manager 2000Important❒ Under Windows 2000 / XP, Windows Server 2003, or Windows NT 4.0, in-stalling applicatio

Using Adobe PageMaker Version 6.0, 6.5, or 7.0531Using Adobe PageMaker Version 6.0, 6.5, or 7.0Under Windows 95 / 98 / Me / 2000 / XP, Windows Server

iv2. Setting Up the Printer DriverPCL - Accessing the Printer Properties...55Windows 95 / 98

Preparing the Machine541

552. Setting Up the Printer DriverPCL - Accessing the Printer PropertiesWindows 95 / 98 / Me - Accessing the Printer PropertiesThere are two methods t

Setting Up the Printer Driver562C Make the necessary settings, and then click [OK].D Click [OK] to start printing.Note❒ The procedure to open the prin

PCL - Accessing the Printer Properties572Making Printer Default Settings - Printing PreferencesImportant❒ You cannot change the printer default settin

Setting Up the Printer Driver582Windows XP, Windows Server 2003 - Accessing the Printer PropertiesMaking Printer Default Settings - The Printer Proper

PCL - Accessing the Printer Properties592ReferenceFor details, see the printer driver Help.Making Printer Settings from an ApplicationYou can make pri

Setting Up the Printer Driver602C On the [File] menu, click [Properties].The printer properties dialog box appears.D Make the necessary settings, and

PCL - Accessing the Printer Properties612Making Printer Settings from an ApplicationYou can make printer settings for a specific application.To make p

Setting Up the Printer Driver622RPCS - Accessing the Printer PropertiesWindows 95 / 98 / Me - Accessing the Printer PropertiesThere are two dialog box

RPCS - Accessing the Printer Properties632Making Printer Settings from an ApplicationYou can make printer settings for a specific application.To make

1NoticeNote to users in the United States of AmericaNote:This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a ClassB digital devic

Setting Up the Printer Driver642Windows 2000 - Accessing the Printer PropertiesThis describes how to launch printer driver's properties.Making Pr

RPCS - Accessing the Printer Properties652D Make the necessary settings, and then click [OK].Note❒ Settings you make here are used as the default sett

Setting Up the Printer Driver662Windows XP, Windows Server 2003 - Accessing the Printer PropertiesMaking Printer Default Settings - The Printer Proper

RPCS - Accessing the Printer Properties672D Make the necessary settings, and then click [OK].Note❒ Settings you make here are used as the default sett

Setting Up the Printer Driver682Windows NT 4.0 - Accessing the Printer PropertiesMaking Printer Default Settings - The Printer PropertiesImportant❒ To

RPCS - Accessing the Printer Properties692C On the [File] menu, click [Document Defaults...].The [Default] dialog box appears.D Make the necessary set

Setting Up the Printer Driver702

713. Other Print OperationsPrinting a PDF File DirectlyYou can send PDF files directly to the machine for printing, without having toopen a PDF applic

Other Print Operations723E Follow the instructions on the display to install DeskTopBinder Lite.If you are required to restart the computer after inst

Printing a PDF File Directly733PDF Direct PrintingUse the method below to print PDF files directly.A Drag the PDF file you want to print to the PDF Di

2Note to users in CanadaNote:This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.Remarque concernant les utilisateurs au CanadaAvertissemen

Other Print Operations743PDF Direct Print Properties1. Setting name:Displays the plug-in configuration name(up to 63 single byte characters)2. Change

Unauthorized Copy Control753Unauthorized Copy ControlTo prevent unauthorized copying, you can embed patterns and text beneath theprint. You do not nee

Other Print Operations763Using [Data security for copying]If a document printed with data security for copying is copied by or stored in theDocument B

Unauthorized Copy Control773❖ Printing a document using [Data security for copying]1. The pattern and text you have setis printed.2. The document is c

Other Print Operations783Using [Mask type:]You can embed patterns and text in a document by setting in the printer driverto prevent unauthorized copyi

Unauthorized Copy Control793Note❒ Only the RPCS printer driver is supported.❒ You cannot partially embed patterns and text strings in a document.❒ To

Other Print Operations803Form FeedThis section gives instructions for operating the machine when there is no trayfor the selected paper size or type,

Form Feed813C Select the tray for form feed using {T} or {U} from those that appear on thedisplay panel, and then press the {OK} key.If you want to pr

Other Print Operations823Note❒ If the machine is shared by multiple computers, be careful not to acciden-tally cancel someone else's print job.❒

Canceling a Print Job833Canceling a Print JobThis section gives instruction to stop printing from the computer or the controlpanel.Canceling a Print J

3How to Read This ManualSymbolsThis manual uses the following symbols:Indicates important safety notes. Ignoring these notes could result in serious i

Other Print Operations843Note❒ If the machine is shared by multiple computers, be careful not to acciden-tally cancel someone else's print job.❒

Checking the Error Log853Checking the Error LogIf files could not be stored due to printing errors, identify the cause of the errorsby checking the er

Other Print Operations863CollateWhen printing multiple documents such as handouts for meetings, you can sep-arate sets into order. This function is kn

874. The Functions and Settingsof the MachineMainframeNetwork Guide, PostScript 3 Supplement, and UNIX Supplement cover all mod-els, and therefore con

The Functions and Settings of the Machine884List of the Setting ItemsWeb Image MonitorThe following tables show Web Image Monitor items that can be vi

List of the Setting Items894❖ Job•Job List•Printer•Fax History❖ Address Book❖ Configuration• Device SettingsMenu User mode Administrator modeCurrent/W

The Functions and Settings of the Machine904•Printer•Fax•Interface• NetworkLDAP Server None Read/ModifyFirmware Update None Read/ModifyMenu User mode

List of the Setting Items914•Security•RC Gate•Webpage• Extended Feature SettingsNote❒ Some items are not displayed depending on the security settings.

The Functions and Settings of the Machine924Settings that can be used with PostScript 3The following PostScript 3 settings can be used with the machin

935. AppendixSpecificationsThis section contains the machine's electrical and hardware specifications, in-cluding information about its options.C