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Panasonic DP-C213I Operating Instructions Manual - Memo
Summary of DP-C213I
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Digital color imaging systems operating instructions before operating this machine, please carefully read this manual, and keep this documentation in a safe place for future reference. (illustration shows optional accessories that may not be installed on your machine.) english model no. Dp-c354 / c2...
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2 operating instructions the following operating instruction manuals are included with this machine. Please refer to the appropriate manual and keep all manuals for future reference. If you lose the manual, contact the authorized panasonic dealer. Accessories operating instructions (for setting up) ...
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3 conventions icons the following icons are used in this manual. Notation the following notations are used in this manual. Icon description indicates important information that must be read in detail. Indicates reference information. Notation description for keys and buttons hard buttons on the cont...
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4 table of contents chapter 1 basic menu features basic operation procedure ................................................................................................. 6 selecting the color mode ......................................................................................................
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5 zoom mode............................................................................................... “ zoom / effects ” 52 variable ratios .................................................................................................... “ zoom ” 52 auto zoom....................................
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6 chapter 1 basic menu features chapter 1 basic menu features basic operation procedure the machine automatically detects the original(s), and decides on which copy size, black & white or color copy mode to use. If the detection fails, manually set the settings. 1 place original(s). Z refer to placi...
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7 chapter 1 basic menu features 4 enter the desired number of copies. (up to 999) z when inputting a number 4 to 8 digits in length, with the optional fax communication board installed; the machine interprets this as a telephone number, and switches to fax mode and displays the number pad screen. 5 ...
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8 chapter 1 basic menu features selecting the color mode you can either copy in the machine selected color mode, or you can manually change it. Z the default color mode settings can be changed. Refer to copier settings (for key operator) in the operating instructions (for function parameters) on the...
Page 9: Full Color Mode
9 chapter 1 basic menu features full color mode color original can be copied in full color. 1 select “ full color ”, and then select “ ok ”. Z to display this screen, refer to steps 1 to 3 of selecting the color mode (see page 8). Z for the following procedure, refer to steps 5 to 6 of selecting the...
Page 10: 2 Color Mode
10 chapter 1 basic menu features 2 color mode color original can be copied in 2 colors, which can be achieved by using black & another specified color. The specified color can be selected from the basic colors (red, green, blue, yellow, magenta, cyan), and registered colors. When 2 color mode is sel...
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11 chapter 1 basic menu features 4 select “ ok ”. Ex : “ green ” is selected. Z for the following procedure, refer to steps 5 to 6 of selecting the color mode (see page 8)..
Page 12: 1 Color Mode
12 chapter 1 basic menu features 1 color mode color and monochrome originals can be copied in one specified color. The color can be selected from the basic colors (red, green, blue, yellow, magenta, cyan), or from the registered colors. Z when 1 color mode is selected, original type setting selectio...
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13 chapter 1 basic menu features 4 select “ ok ”. Ex : “ green ” is selected. Z for the following procedure, refer to steps 5 to 6 of selecting the color mode (see page 8)..
Page 14: New Color Registration
14 chapter 1 basic menu features new color registration 1 select “ add custom ”. Z to display this screen, refer to steps 1 to 2 of 2 color mode (see page 10). 2 select any button without a registered color name, and then select “ ok ”. When the registered color is changed. Select the registered col...
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15 chapter 1 basic menu features 5 input the original color name with the keyboard, and then select “ ok ”. Z up to 20 characters. Z for instructions on how to enter characters, refer to using the keyboard in the operating instructions (for function parameters) on the provided cd-rom. 6 confirm the ...
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16 chapter 1 basic menu features selecting original type and adjusting the density select the original type corresponding to your documents. Adjust the copy density according to your requirements. Z original type setting selection is not available when the 2 color, or 1 color mode is chosen. Z to ch...
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17 chapter 1 basic menu features 5 adjust the density using “ lighter ” or “ darker ”, and then select “ ok ”. 6 enter the desired number of copies. 7 press the start key. Z after finishing copying, press the reset key to return to the initial screen of the current active mode. Text select when copy...
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18 chapter 1 basic menu features registering quality preset save your favorite quality adj. Setting configuration, by registering up to 5 quality presets. The following quality adjustment settings can be registered: • auto, black, full color, 2 color or 1 color • original type • density more setting...
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19 chapter 1 basic menu features 6 select a quality preset button, and then select “ ok ”. When registering a new quality preset. Select an empty quality preset button. When updating a registered quality preset. Select the registered quality preset button. 7 enter any quality preset name, and then s...
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20 chapter 1 basic menu features using quality preset you can recall the registered quality adjustment configuration settings by using the following procedures. For details on how to register image quality adjustment settings into quality preset, refer to the registering quality preset (see page 18)...
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21 chapter 1 basic menu features memo.
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22 chapter 1 basic menu features quality adjusting image quality items can be easily set by selecting from 4 image quality types (lively, bright, warmer, and cooler). Additionally, within custom setting selection, the following 7 image quality can be set. • background removal • bleedthrough preventi...
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23 chapter 1 basic menu features z the default values are set upon shipment. Key operations can change these values, refer to copier settings in the operating instructions (for function parameters) on the provided cd-rom. 6 select “ ok ”. 7 enter the desired number of copies. 8 press the start key. ...
Page 24: Background
24 chapter 1 basic menu features background the original can be copied with the background color removed. This function is useful when copying newspapers or an original, which has background color. Z the settings of the background removal changes to “ off ” if photo is selected in the original type....
Page 25: Bleedthrough
25 chapter 1 basic menu features bleedthrough thin sheets of original can be copied without bleeding through. Z the settings of bleedthrough prevention become invalid if photo is selected in the original type. Z when setting the tint adjustment to more blue or more red, the copies may come out with ...
Page 26: Color Tone
26 chapter 1 basic menu features color tone the original can be copied with reddish or bluish color accentuated. 1 select “ tint ”. Z to display this screen, refer to step 1 of background (see page 24). 2 adjust the color tone with “ more red ” or “ more blue ”, and then select “ ok ”. Z screen will...
Page 27: Contrast
27 chapter 1 basic menu features contrast the original can be copied with adjusted brightness, and darkness. 1 select “ contrast ”. Z to display this screen, refer to step 1 of background (see page 24). 2 adjust the contrast with “ lower ” or “ higher ”, and then select “ ok ”. Z screen will return ...
Page 28: Image Sharpness
28 chapter 1 basic menu features image sharpness the original can be copied by softening, or sharpening the outline of the image. 1 select “ sharpness ”. Z to display this screen, refer to step 1 of background (see page 24). 2 adjust the sharpness with “ lower ” or “ higher ”, and then select “ ok ”...
Page 29: Saturation
29 chapter 1 basic menu features saturation the original can be copied with adjusted saturation. 1 select “ saturation ”. Z to display this screen, refer to step 1 of background (see page 24). 2 adjust the saturation with “ lower ” or “ higher ”, and then select “ ok ”. Z screen will return to step ...
Page 30: Color Balance
30 chapter 1 basic menu features color balance the original can be copied with adjusted density level (darker, medium, and lighter) of yellow, magenta, cyan, and black. Z the density of each color can be fine tuned for each of the three density levels. This function is useful for the fine adjustment...
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31 chapter 1 basic menu features memo.
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32 chapter 1 basic menu features proof copying when making more than one copy, the first copy can be printed as a proof copy. After confirming its quality, the remaining copies can be printed. 1 place original(s). Z refer to placing originals (copy) in the operating instructions (for basic operation...
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33 chapter 1 basic menu features confirming/editing the selected copy features before copying, the settings can be checked, changed or deleted. 1 select “ confirm settings ”. 2 check the settings, and then select “ close ”. Z if “ confirm settings ” is selected, the setting screen is displayed, and ...
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34 chapter 1 basic menu features storing a job in memory a copy job can be registered as a preset job. It is useful to register the frequently used settings as preset jobs. Z refer to the recalling a preset job stored in memory (see page 35). Z once registered, the copy job settings are kept in the ...
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35 chapter 1 basic menu features recalling a preset job stored in memory the specific copy job will be done by recalling the registered preset jobs. A job called “double exposure” is set as default. Refer to double exposure in the operating instructions (for basic operations) of provided booklet. Z ...
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36 chapter 1 basic menu features checking the waiting to copy job a list of jobs currently being printed or waiting to print can be displayed. The following types of jobs can be displayed. • all jobs • copy jobs the pending waiting to print jobs can be deleted. Displaying a list of all jobs a list o...
Page 37: Deleting Copy Jobs
37 chapter 1 basic menu features deleting copy jobs the jobs in ready status can be deleted. 1 select “ copy ” in the output queue screen. Z to display the output queue screen, refer to the checking the waiting to copy job (see page 36). 2 select a job, and then select “ delete ”. Z when deleting al...
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38 chapter 1 basic menu features completion notice if completion notice is set, you will be notified on your computer when copying is completed. Z before using this function, install the panasonic document management system and pcl printer driver , and then configure each software. Z to register the...
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39 chapter 1 basic menu features memo.
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40 chapter 2 more menus f eatures chapter 2 more menus features 2-sided copy mode z for information on “1 -> 2”, “2 -> 2”, “book -> 2”, and “n in 1”, please refer to the operating instructions (for basic operations) on the provided booklet. Z the standard setting of the 2-sided / original->copy can ...
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41 chapter 2 more menus f eatures copying 2-sided original(s) onto two separate sheets 2-sided original(s) can be copied, and separated into 1-sided pages. 1 select “ 2-sided / original->copy ”, and then select “ 2 -> 1 ”. Z to display this screen, refer to steps 1 to 3 of basic operation for the 2-...
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42 chapter 2 more menus f eatures copying facing page original to two separate sheets two facing pages or a 11" x 17" size original can be copied, and separated into 1-sided sheets. 1 select “ 2-sided / original->copy ”, and then select “ 2 page ”. Z to display this screen, refer to steps 1 to 3 of ...
Page 43: (Booklet)
43 chapter 2 more menus f eatures from 1-sided originals to 2-sided copies using saddle stitch (booklet) z the 2-sided original cannot be copied into a booklet. Z originals should be placed on the adf. (5.5" x 8.5" or 8.5" x 11" size is only available, up to 40 originals) z saddle stitch binding is ...
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44 chapter 2 more menus f eatures 2 select a cover type. Z when “ blank ” is selected as the cover type, up to 36 originals can be placed on the adf. 3 select “ cover ” to select a paper. Z when changing paper other than the cover, press the copy key on the control panel. If the paper of desired siz...
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45 chapter 2 more menus f eatures copying mixed size originals from the adf use this function when copying mixed size originals (8.5" x 11" and 11" x 17", or 8.5" x 11" and legal) using with the adf, original size can be detected automatically then can be copied to the same size, or one specified si...
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46 chapter 2 more menus f eatures 3 when copying the same paper size, touch “ basic menu ”, and then select a desired copy size with copy size button. Z for the following procedure, refer to steps 5 to 6 of basic operation for the 2-sided copy mode (see page 40). When all originals are vertically lo...
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47 chapter 2 more menus f eatures copying special originals (thin paper, etc.) from the adf sadf this mode adds a 5 second delay to allow another original to be placed on the adf. Special originals (like thin paper, etc.) can be fed from the adf, and copied continuously using the sadf mode. 1 place ...
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48 chapter 2 more menus f eatures job build this is useful, when copying multiple sets of originals that exceed the maximum capacity of the adf of 85 sheets (20 lb). (see the example below) ex : to make 5 sets of sorted copies of 100-sheet of originals. (a) place the first 85 sheets of originals on ...
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49 chapter 2 more menus f eatures memo.
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50 chapter 2 more menus f eatures sort mode the original can be copied, printed, and sorted in a specified number of sets. • optional finisher is not installed. Refer to the operating instructions (for basic functions). • optional finisher is installed. Shift-sort, shift-group and staple mode are av...
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51 chapter 2 more menus f eatures when the optional 1-bin saddle stitch finisher is installed. Select the stapling position. When the optional punch unit is installed to the 1-bin saddle stitch finisher. Select the punching position. When the optional 1-bin finisher is installed. Select the stapling...
Page 52: Variable Ratios
52 chapter 2 more menus f eatures zoom mode variable ratios the original can be copied by setting the enlargement/reduction ratio. 1 place original(s). Z refer to placing originals (copy) in the operating instructions (for basic operations) of provided booklet. 2 press the copy key if the machine is...
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53 chapter 2 more menus f eatures 6 input the zoom ratio with “ s ” and “ t ”, or the keypad, and then select “ ok ”. Z the ratio can be set in 1% increments from 25% to 400%. Z when changing the paper size after setting the zoom ratio, touch “ basic menu ”, and then select “ paper/output tray ”, an...
Page 54: Auto Zoom
54 chapter 2 more menus f eatures auto zoom by setting auto zoom, originals can be automatically enlarged/reduced to fit the size of the loaded paper. Z this function can be selected when the original is placed on the platen. Z as the original is placed on the platen, the position of the original ma...
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55 chapter 2 more menus f eatures 5 select the desired zoom/type ratio, and then select “ ok ”. 6 select the desired size of paper, and then select “ ok ”. 7 enter the desired number of copies. 8 press the start key. Z when copying from the platen glass, place the next original, and follow the instr...
Page 56: Setting A Blank Edge
56 chapter 2 more menus f eatures effect modes setting a blank edge unnecessary edge can be erased by setting a blank edge. Z when “ zoom ” is selected, the erasing width varies depending on the zoom ratio. 1 place original(s). Z refer to placing originals (copy) in the operating instructions (for b...
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57 chapter 2 more menus f eatures 5 select “ xy ” to set the same value for x and y, or “ x ”, “ y ” to set a different value for x and y. 6 input the erasing width with “ s ” and “ t ”, or the keypad, and then select “ ok ”. Z the erasing width can be set in 1 mm increments from 5 mm to 99 mm. 7 en...
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58 chapter 2 more menus f eatures eliminate dark inner binding shadows when copying original such as the center of folding position may be shaded. This shade can be easily eliminated. Z when “ zoom ” is selected, the erasing width varies depending on the zoom ratio. Z when “ overlay ” or “ form over...
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59 chapter 2 more menus f eatures shift image to right, left, up or down the margin can be added on any 4 sides of the image with the image shifted to the right, left, up, or down accordingly. Z if a part of the copied image is missing, change the margin reduction setting to yes. Refer to copier set...
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60 chapter 2 more menus f eatures 5 select the desired position of the binding margin. 6 input the width of the binding margin with “ s ” and “ t ”, or the keypad, and then select “ ok ”. Z the width of the binding margin can be set in 1 mm increments, from 5 mm to 99 mm. 7 enter the desired number ...
Page 61: Copying With Stamping
61 chapter 2 more menus f eatures copying with stamping page numbers, date, etc. Can be stamped on each sheet. Z this function can be selected when the original is placed on the adf. Z only 1 of the page number, date, control number and characters can be selected to print in 1 scanning. 2 or more st...
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62 chapter 2 more menus f eatures page number the original can be copied with page numbers printed. Z the default is -n- (number) format. To change to n/m (number/maximum) format, refer to copier settings in the operating instructions (for function parameters) on the provided cd-rom. Z make sure to ...
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63 chapter 2 more menus f eatures 5 if “ change ” was selected in step 4, select the starting page or number. 6 only the case of selecting “change” in step 4, input the starting page number with “ s ” and “ t ”, or the keypad, and then select “ok”. Z starting page number can be set from1 to 999. Z f...
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64 chapter 2 more menus f eatures issue number the original can be copied, and printed in consecutive numbers from 001 to 999. Z the issue numbers can be set from 001 to 999. After 999, the number returns to 001. 1 select “ issue number ”. Z to display this screen, refer to steps 1 to 4 of basic ope...
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65 chapter 2 more menus f eatures 4 input the starting number of the issue number with “ s ” and “ t ”, or the keypad, and then select “ ok ”. Z for the following steps, refer to steps 5 to 6 in the basic operation for stamping (see page 61). Each time it is selected, the number increments by 1. Eac...
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66 chapter 2 more menus f eatures date the original can be copied with a printed date. The date is printed in mm/dd/yyyy format. 1 select “ date ”. Z to display this screen, refer to steps 1 to 4 of basic operation for stamping (see page 61). 2 select the orientation of the original. 3 select the st...
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67 chapter 2 more menus f eatures 2 move the cursor to the desired position using and . 3 update the date with the keypad. 5 select “ ok ”. Z for the following steps, refer to steps 5 to 6 in the basic operation for stamping (see page 61)..
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68 chapter 2 more menus f eatures text stamp the original can be copied with printed text. Z up to 32 characters, including a to z, a to z, 0 to 9, symbols, @, . (period), _ and space can be printed. Z the font size is 2.1 mm x 3.1 mm. 1 select “ text stamp ”. Z to display this screen, refer to step...
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69 chapter 2 more menus f eatures 5 input text, and then select “ ok ”. Z up to 32 characters. Z for instructions on how to enter characters, refer to using the keyboard in the operating instructions (for function parameters) on the provided cd-rom. 6 select “ ok ”. Z for the following steps, refer ...
Page 70: Centering
70 chapter 2 more menus f eatures centering the copying image can be centered automatically on selected paper. Z this function can be selected when the original is placed on the platen. Z as the original is placed on the platen, the position of the original may be erroneously detected if influenced ...
Page 71: Image Repeat
71 chapter 2 more menus f eatures image repeat create multiple images on the sheet from single original. Z you can change to have dotted lines printed between each copy images. Refer to copier settings in the operating instructions (for function parameters) on the provided cd-rom. Z this function ca...
Page 72: Add A Cover Page To Copies
72 chapter 2 more menus f eatures insertion modes add a cover page to copies the original can be copied using other types of paper as a cover page. Only the front cover, or front and back covers can be selected. 1 place original(s) on the adf. Z refer to placing originals (copy) in the operating ins...
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73 chapter 2 more menus f eatures 5 determine whether to copy the front/ back cover. 6 select “ cover ” until the paper tray to be used is displayed. Z when changing paper other than the cover page, press the copy key, and change the paper tray. Z when using color paper for copying the cover page, p...
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74 chapter 2 more menus f eatures inserts blank/copied pages between copies the original can be copied by inserting other types of paper between specified pages. You can copy specified pages (including the cover page) on paper such as colored paper set in a paper tray, or on the sheet bypass. 1 plac...
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75 chapter 2 more menus f eatures 7 select “ ok ”. 8 input the page numbers with keypad where the insertion pages are placed. 9 select to enter the following page numbers where the insertion pages are placed. Z by selecting and , move cursor to enter the insertion page numbers. Z up to 20 insertion ...
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76 chapter 2 more menus f eatures inserts blank pages between transparency film 1 place original(s) on the adf. Z refer to placing originals (copy) in the operating instructions (for basic operations) of provided booklet. 2 press the copy key if the machine is set to other function mode. 3 select “ ...
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77 chapter 2 more menus f eatures memo.
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78 chapter 2 more menus f eatures overlay modes overlaying an image onto the copies the original can be overlaid with the first page of the original. The first page is called the overlay original, and the second page onwards are called the scanned original, respectively. Z the size available for bot...
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79 chapter 2 more menus f eatures 5 select the color of the overlay original from the basic colors, and registered custom colors, and then select “ ok ”. When selecting from the basic colors when selecting from the registered custom colors z if “ add custom ” is selected, change color add custom scr...
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80 chapter 2 more menus f eatures 11 determine where to register the overlay original. 12 select a desired button has no names registered, and then select “ ok ”. 13 input the button name with keyboard, and then select “ ok ”. Z up to 20 characters can be entered. Z for instructions on how to enter ...
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81 chapter 2 more menus f eatures overlay copying with registered image overlay an image stored in memory onto the copy. Z available size is 8.5" x 11". Z “ auto ” cannot be selected in color mode. Z if the orientation of the original is different from the form, the original is copied by automatical...
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82 chapter 2 more menus f eatures 5 select the registered form, and then select “ ok ”. Z for the details about how to register the form, refer to the save (see page 83). Z when hard disk drive is not installed, the screen of step 5 is not displayed. (hard disk drive has been equipped normally with ...
Page 83: File Edit
83 chapter 2 more menus f eatures file edit up to 12 editing functions are available in the form overlay feature. Z refer to the overlay copying with registered image (see page 81) z if hard disk drive is installed, an image can be stored. (hard disk drive has been equipped normally with dp-c354/c26...
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84 chapter 2 more menus f eatures 6 select “ save ”, and then select “ ok ”. 7 select the specified colors of the form from basic/custom, and then select “ ok ”. When selecting from the basic colors when selecting from the registered custom colors z if “ add custom ” is selected, add custom screen i...
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85 chapter 2 more menus f eatures 11 input the file name, and then select “ ok ”. Z up to 20 characters can be entered. Z for instructions on how to enter characters, refer to using the keyboard in the operating instructions (for function parameters) on the provided cd-rom. Z after completing the ed...
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86 chapter 2 more menus f eatures erase 1 select the file name to be deleted. Z to display file edit screen, refer to steps 2 to 4 in save (see page 83). 2 select “ erase ”, and then “ ok ”. 3 select “ yes ”. Z after completing the deletion of the form, press the reset key to cancel the settings. Fi...
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87 chapter 2 more menus f eatures memo.
Page 88: Skyshot Mode
88 chapter 3 other features chapter 3 other features making copies with the adf opened the original can be copied without generating dark borders even if the adf is opened. Skyshot mode skyshot mode can be selected in the standard settings. Z when “ 2 page ” or “ n in 1 ” is selected, only “ normal ...
Page 89: Manual Skyshot Mode
89 chapter 3 other features manual skyshot mode copying with pre-registered scan size into memory. Z before using the manual skyshot mode, please set m1 or m2 in the preset jobs. Refer to the copier settings in the operating instructions (for function parameters) on the provided cd-rom. Z originals ...
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90 chapter 3 other features reserving the next copy job while the current copy job is progressing the next copy job can be reserved while the current copy job is under way. If hard disk drive is not installed, this function is not available. (hard disk drive has been equipped normally with dp-c354/c...
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91 chapter 3 other features interrupt the current copy jobs to make an urgent copy you can interrupt the current copy jobs, and make an urgent copy. Z when scanning the current copy job, other copy jobs cannot be interrupted. 1 press the interrupt key while copying. 2 place original(s). 3 select cop...
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92 chapter 4 appendix chapter 4 appendix combined copy functions 1 - > 2 2 - > 1 2 - > 2 2p ag e bo o k - > 2 n in 1 bo o kle t m u lt i- s ize f ee d j o b bu ild & sadf sor t no n so rt s h if t-s o rt s h if t-g ro u p r o ta te -s o rt r o ta te -g ro up st ap le -s or t pun c h zo om au to z o ...
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93 chapter 4 appendix ed ge bo o k ma rg in st a m pi n g ce n te ri n g im ag e r e pe at c o ver p ag e in se rt io n tr an sp are ncy in te rlea vi ng ov er lay f o rm o ver la y di gi ta l sk y sho t ma nu al s ky s h o t co m p le ti o n no ti ce in te rru pt pr oof cop y d o ub le e x po su re...
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94 chapter 4 appendix index symbols “m1”/”m2” ....................................................................... 34 numerics 1 -> 1 .............................................................................. 40 1 -> 2 ............................................................ 40, 61, 92, 9...
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95 chapter 4 appendix inserting ..........................................................................74 insertion ..........................................................................78 insertion / overlay ............................72, 74, 76, 78, 81, 83 install ..................33, 38,...
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96 chapter 4 appendix specified color ........................................................ 10, 12 specified colors ....................................................... 83, 84 stamping .................................... 43, 61, 64, 66, 68, 92, 93 stamping position ..............................
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Page 98: Usa Only
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