KYOCERA FS-1010 User Manual

Page PrinterOperation GuideTable of Contents

ixGuide to the Operation GuideThis Operation Guide guides you through the following topics:Chapter 1 Basic OperationsThis chapter describes the names

1-1Chapter 1Basic Operations1This chapter explains the following topic:•Operator Panel

Operator Panel1-21.1 Operator PanelThe operator panel on top of the printer consists of four indicators and two keys. The four indicators light, flash

Operator Panel1-31.1.1 IndicatorsRefer to the following table for the name and description of each indicator. The same indicator can have a variety of

Operator Panel1-4The following is the printout of a typical standard status page. Its contents are explained in detail on the next page.Items and valu

Operator Panel1-51 — Software VersionThis information shows the software (firmware) version and date of issue of the printer.2 — Hardware InformationT

Operator Panel1-69 — Toner GaugeThis shows the approximate level of remaining toner. When the value is 100, the toner container is full. The closer to

2-1Chapter 2Maintenance2This chapter explains how to replace the toner container and how to clean parts such as the registration roller and charger wi

Toner Container Replacement2-22.1 Toner Container ReplacementWhen the printer runs low on toner, the (toner) indicator flashes on the operator panel

Toner Container Replacement2-32.1.2 Replenishing Toner1Open the printer’s top cover.2Pull lock lever #1 to the release (UNLOCK) position, then pull lo

iCautionNO LIABILITY IS ASSUMED FOR ANY DAMAGE CAUSED BY IMPROPER INSTALLATION.Notice on SoftwareSOFTWARE USED WITH THIS PRINTER MUST SUPPORT THE PRIN

Toner Container Replacement2-44Take the new toner container from the bag. Hold it with the protective seal (orange-colored) facing up. Shake the toner

Toner Container Replacement2-57While pushing down on the toner container, push lock lever #1 to the lock (LOCK) position. (Lock lever #2 is automatica

Cleaning2-62.2 CleaningTo avoid print quality problems, the interior of the printer must be cleaned with every toner container replacement.Cleaning sh

Cleaning2-7Never stand the process unit on end. 3Use the supplied wiper cloth to clean dust and dirt away from the registration roller (metal). While

Cleaning2-8If the charger cleaner knob is not restored to its home position (marked CLEANER HOME POSITION ), a black band will print along the length

3-1Chapter 3Troubleshooting3This chapter explains how to handle printer problems that may occur. If a problem cannot be corrected, contact your Kyocer

General Guide3-23.1 General GuideThere are quite a few printer problems which may be corrected by the user. This section explains how to correct these

Print Quality Problems3-33.2 Print Quality ProblemsAs the following table shows, there are many possible causes of print quality problems, such as bla

Print Quality Problems3-4Faint or blurred printing Check the EcoPrint setting. When this setting is On, switch it to Off on the KM-NET for Clients. (S

Indicators3-53.3 IndicatorsThere are four indicators on the printer’s operator panel. These light, flash, and turn off in combination to indicate the

iiIBM PROGRAM LICENSE AGREEMENTTHE DEVICE YOU HAVE PURCHASED CONTAINS ONE OR MORE SOFTWARE PROGRAMS (“PROGRAMS”) WHICH BELONG TO INTERNATIONAL BUSINES

Indicators3-63.3.1 Maintenance MessagesThe following table lists error messages that can be dealt with by the user. Read the explanations carefully.In

Indicators3-7Paper path error There is no cassette in the feeder, or the cassette is not inserted properly.After reinserting the paper cassette, you s

Indicators3-83.3.2 Errors Requiring Service Personnel AttentionWhen the following errors occur, turn off your printer, remove the plug from the AC out

Indicators3-9(None) Fuser error (“6000” error)Contact your Kyocera Mita dealer.(None) The waste toner reservoir is full (“7980” error)Turn off the pri

Indicators3-10(None) Controller system error (“F030” error)Contact your Kyocera Mita dealer.(None) Communication error (“F040” error)Contact your Kyoc

Indicators3-113.3.3 Error MessagesWith the following errors, printing continues when you press the printer’s key. You can confirm these errors by pri

Indicators3-12Memory card err20 The printer has halted because you attempted to insert/remove a memory card into/from the printer slot while the print

Indicators3-133.3.4 Normal Indicator DisplayThe following displays appear during normal printer operation.Indicator KM-NET for Clients display Descrip

Correcting a Paper Jam3-143.4 Correcting a Paper JamThis section describes how to remove paper when it jams in the printer. The printer will stop when

Correcting a Paper Jam3-153.4.2 Jam at the Paper CassettePull out the paper cassette and remove any partially fed paper, then re-close the paper casse

iiiTypeface Trademark AcknowledgementAll resident fonts in this printer are licensed from Agfa Corporation.Helvetica, Palatino and Times are registere

Correcting a Paper Jam3-162Remove the process unit from the printer as shown in the figure.3Remove the jammed paper from the printer as shown in the f

4-1Chapter 4Paper Selection4This chapter explains the following topics:• General Guidelines• Selecting the Right Paper• Special Paper•Paper Type

General Guidelines4-24.1 General GuidelinesThe printer is designed to print on high-quality copier bond paper (the kind used in ordinary dry copier ma

Selecting the Right Paper4-34.2 Selecting the Right PaperLaser printing is a process involving laser light, electrostatic discharge, toner, and heat.

Selecting the Right Paper4-4Paper SizeCassettes and an MP tray are available for the paper sizes listed in Table 4.2. The dimensional tolerances are ±

Selecting the Right Paper4-5Thickness (Caliper)Thick paper is referred to as high-caliper paper and thin paper as low-caliper paper. The paper used wi

Selecting the Right Paper4-6Other Paper PropertiesPorosity: Refers to the density of the paper structure; that is, to how openly or compactly the fibe

Special Paper4-74.3 Special PaperThe following types of special paper can be used:• Transparency (overhead projection film)• Adhesive-backed label pap

Special Paper4-84.3.2 Adhesive-Backed LabelsThe basic rule for printing on adhesive labels is that the adhesive must never come into contact with any

Special Paper4-9Table 4.4 lists the specifications for adhesive label paper.Table 4.4 Adhesive Label SpecificationsEnvelopesThe printer can print on e

ivContentsIntroduction ...viiGuide to the Manuals...

Special Paper4-10Recycled PaperSelect recycled paper that meets the same specifications as the white bond paper (see Table 4.1 on page 4-2) except whi

Paper Type4-114.4 Paper TypeThe printer is capable of printing under the optimum setting for the type of paper being used.Setting the paper type for t

5-1Chapter 5Fonts5This chapter describes the types of fonts you can use with the printer.• Internal Fonts•List of Fonts

Internal Fonts5-25.1 Internal FontsA font is a set of characters of a particular design. The design is referred to as a typeface. Several characterist

List of Fonts5-35.2 List of FontsThis section contains a full list of the printer’s internal fonts.5.2.1 Internal Scalable and Bitmap Fonts and KPDL F

List of Fonts5-4Fontnumber Font samples313233343536373839404142434445464748495051525354555657585960616263646566676869

List of Fonts5-5Fontnumber Font samples7071727374757677787980

List of Fonts5-6FontKPDL Fonts ( 1 )

List of Fonts5-7FontKPDL Fonts ( 2 )

A-1Appendix AOptionsAThis appendix explains available options, how to expand the printer’s memory, and also how to install the memory card and the net

ContentsvChapter 4Paper Selection... 4-14.1 General Guidelines ...

Available OptionsA-2A.1 Available OptionsThe following options are available for the printer:Either the network interface card or the serial interface

Expansion Memory InstallationA-3A.2 Expansion Memory InstallationThis appendix begins by explaining how to install a DIMM (dual in-line memory module)

Expansion Memory InstallationA-4DIMM to be usedContact your Kyocera Mita dealer for information on purchasing the DIMM that are best suited for use wi

Expansion Memory InstallationA-5After removing the side cover, you can see the DIMM socket on top of the main circuit board.4Remove the DIMM from its

Expansion Memory InstallationA-67Close the clips on the DIMM slot to secure the DIMM. 8When you have finished installing the DIMM, replace the side co

Expansion Memory InstallationA-7Setting the Printer DriverAfter you install the additional memory to the printer, follow the instructions below to set

Memory (CompactFlash) CardA-8A.3 Memory (CompactFlash) CardInsert the memory (CF) card into the card slot located on the rear of the printer. A memory

Memory (CompactFlash) CardA-9If the Network Interface Card or the Serial Interface Board is installedRemove the two screws from the network interface

Network Interface CardA-10A.4 Network Interface CardIf the serial interface board kit is installed, remove it to use the network interface card.Insert

B-1Appendix BHost Computer InterfaceBThis appendix describes the signals used in the laser printer’s parallel and RS-232C/RS-422A interfaces. It also

ContentsviAppendix CPrinter Specifications... C-1C.1 Printer Specifications...

Parallel InterfaceB-2B.1 Parallel InterfaceB.1.1 Parallel Interface Communication ModesThe printer features fast data transmission on the parallel int

Parallel InterfaceB-3Table B.1 Parallel Connector Pin Assignment [ ]: Signal names in the Auto mode and Nibble (high) mode (IEEE 1284). In the Auto mo

Parallel InterfaceB-4Detailed descriptions of the signals follow.Strobe* [nStrobe] (Pin 1)A negative-going Strobe* pulse causes the printer to read an

Parallel InterfaceB-5Power Ready (Pin 35)This signal is high when the printer’s power is on.Select In [nSelectIn] (Pin 36)This signal is used in some

USB InterfaceB-6B.2 USB InterfaceThis printer supports the Full-Speed USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 standards. USB interface specifications and inter

Serial Interface (Option)B-7B.3 Serial Interface (Option)Installing the optional serial interface board kit (IB-10E) in the printer enables connection

Serial Interface (Option)B-8SG - Signal Ground - (Pin 7)All signals can transmit between the printer and the host computer to send each signal with a

Serial Interface (Option)B-9Overview of Signals (RS-422A)FG - Frame Ground - (Pin 1)This pin is connected directly to the printer frame.SG - Signal Gr

RS-232C/RS-422A ProtocolB-10B.4 RS-232C/RS-422A ProtocolA protocol is a set of rules the computer follows in sending data to the printer. The RS-232C/

RS-232C/RS-422A ProtocolB-11H5: Protocol logicThe factory setting is 0.H6: Buffer nearly-full thresholdThis is a percentage from 0 to 99. The factory

viiIntroductionThe Kyocera Mita page printer has many desirable features, such as EcoPrint function that reduces the power consumption and Auto Media

RS-232C Cable ConnectionB-12B.5 RS-232C Cable ConnectionB.5.1 Obtain a Suitable RS-232C CableMake sure that the RS-232C cable is wired correctly. The

RS-232C Cable ConnectionB-13With Windows 95/98/Me, make settings as follows:1Click on Start button in the Windows 95/98/Me Task Bar and align the curs

RS-232C Cable ConnectionB-14In DOS, enter the following commands:C:\>MODE COM1:96,N,8,1,PC:\>MODE LPT1:=COM1To test the interface, enter the fol

C-1Appendix CPrinter SpecificationsC

Printer SpecificationsC-2C.1 Printer SpecificationsItem DescriptionPrinting method Electrophotography, laser scanPrinting speed 14 pages/minute (A4 s

Printer SpecificationsC-3Power requirements 120 V, 60 Hz, max. 7.1 A (U.S.A./Canada)220 to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz, max. 3.8 A (European countries)Max. all

Glossary-1GlossaryGlossary

GlossaryGlossary-2Cassette modeThis is an operation mode for the MP tray. When this mode is used, approximately 50 sheets of plain paper can be fed co

GlossaryGlossary-3MB (mega byte)This unit is used to express data quantities and memory capacities. 1 MB is equivalent to 1024 kB, or 1,048,576 bytes.

GlossaryGlossary-4Sleep modeThis mode is activated after a specified amount of time elapses. The printer goes into economy mode and a minimum amount o

viiiGuide to the Manuals• For information on how to install the printer driver software, refer to the KX Printer Driver Installation Guide that is inc

Index-1Index

IndexIndex-2AAdhesive label 4-8CCharger wire 3-3, 3-4Cleaner home position 2-7Cleaning 2-6CompactFlash card A-8DDIMMinstalling A-4removing A-6socket A

IndexIndex-3TToner counter 2-5Toner kit (TK-17) 2-2installing 2-3plastic bag 2-3protective seal 2-4replacement 2-3, 3-7toner container 2-2wiper cloth