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Operating Instructions
(For Copier)
Digital Color Imaging Systems
Model No.
DP-C405 / C305 / C265
Before operating this machine, please carefully read this manual
and keep this documentation in a safe place for future reference.
English
(Illustration shows optional accessories that may not be installed on your machine.)
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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. Operating Instructions (For Setting Up) This manual contains essential information for setting up the machine. Operating Instructions (For Basic Operations) Accessories This manual contains essential information for proper operation of the machi
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Conventions Icons The following icons are used in this manual. Icon Description Indicates important information that must be read in detail. Indicates reference information. Notation The following notations are used in this manual. Notation Description For Keys and Buttons Hard buttons on the Control Panel are depicted as **** key, and soft buttons on the Touch Panel Display are depicted as “xxx”. Ex: Press the Start key and select “More Menus”. 3
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Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Menu Features Basic Operation Procedure ................................................................................................. 6 Selecting the Color Mode .................................................................................................... 8 Full Color Mode............................................................................................ “Full Color”9 Black Mode ...........................................................
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Zoom Mode............................................................................................... “Zoom / Effects”52 Variable Ratios .................................................................................................... “Zoom”52 Auto Zoom..................................................................................................“Auto Zoom”54 Effect Modes............................................................................................. “Zoom / Effects”5
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Chapter 1 Basic Menu Features Chapter 1 Basic Menu Features Basic Operation Procedure The machine automatically detects original(s) and decides on the Copy Size and Color mode to use. If the detection fails, manually set the settings. 1 Place original(s). 3 Select the required settings if necessary. Face up. Up to 100 sheets (20 lb/ Letter) The original size is detected and a corresponding Copy Size is automatically selected. If the orientation of original does not match the orientati
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Chapter 1 Basic Menu Features 4 Enter the desired number of copies. (Up to 999) When inputting a number (4 to 8 digits) with the optional Fax Communication Board installed, the machine automatically interprets it as a telephone number, switches to the Fax mode, and displays the Number Pad screen. The number of digits interpreted as a fax number can be set from 4 to 8 digits in the Function Parameter “118 Fax Function Detect” (Fax/Email Settings > Fax Parameters). For more details
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Chapter 1 Basic Menu Features Selecting the Color Mode You can copy in the Color mode selected by the machine, or select the Color mode manually. Full Color Monochrome 2 Color Monochrome Full color 1 Color Monochrome 1 Color Ex: Full Color The default Color mode settings can be changed. Refer to Copier Settings (Key Operator Mode) in the Operating Instructions (For Function Parameters) of provided CD-ROM. The manually selected Color mode settings will return to the default settings under
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Chapter 1 Basic Menu Features Full Color Mode Black Mode Color original can be copied in Full Color. Color and monochrome originals can be copied in black and white. Full Color Full Color Full Color Black & White Black & White Black & White 1 Select “Full Color”, and then select “OK”. 1 Select “Black”, and then select “OK”. To display this screen, refer to steps 1 to 3 of Selecting the Color Mode (see page 8). For the following procedure, refer to steps 5 to 6 of Selecting the Color Mo
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Chapter 1 Basic Menu Features 2 Color Mode Color original can be copied in 2 colors, which can be achieved by using black and another specified color. The specified color can be selected from the basic colors (red, green, blue, yellow, magenta, and cyan) and the registered colors. Ex: When copying a full color original in cyan and black. When the 2 Color mode is selected, the Original Type setting selection is not available. 1 Select “2 Color”. 3 Select a color from the basic colors or
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Chapter 1 Basic Menu Features 4 Select “OK”. Ex: “Green” is selected. For the following procedure, refer to steps 5 to 6 of Selecting the Color Mode (see page 8). 11
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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, and cyan) and the registered colors. Ex: Copying a full color original in cyan. Ex: Copying a monochrome original in cyan. When the 1 Color mode is selected, the Original Type setting selection is not available. 1 Select “1 Color”. 3 Select a color from the basic colors or custom colors, and then
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Chapter 1 Basic Menu Features 4 Select “OK”. Ex: “Green” is selected. For the following procedure, refer to steps 5 to 6 of Selecting the Color Mode (see page 8). 13
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Chapter 1 Basic Menu Features New Color Registration 1 Select “Add Custom”. 3 Adjust the color level of Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow colors. To display this screen, refer to steps 1 to 2 of 2 Color Mode (see page 10). Color Color Ratio 2 Select any button without a color Color Sample Indicator name registered, and then select “OK”. The created new color can be confirmed with the Color Sample Indicator in real time. The total combined color level of Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow should be 2
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Chapter 1 Basic Menu Features 5 Enter the original color name with the Keyboard, and then select “OK”. Up to 20 characters. For instructions on how to enter characters, refer to Using the Keyboard in the Operating Instructions (For Function Parameters) of provided CD-ROM. 6 Confirm the registered color, and then select “OK”. 15
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Chapter 1 Basic Menu Features Selecting Original Type and Adjusting the Density Select the original type corresponding to your documents. Text Text/Photo Photo Other Types Adjust the copy density according to your requirements. Lighter Darker Increased density Decreased density The Original Type setting selection is not available when the 2 Color or 1 Color mode is selected. To change the “Original Type” default setting, refer to Copier Settings (Key Operator Mode) in the Operating Instr
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Chapter 1 Basic Menu Features 5 Adjust the density using “Lighter” or Text Select when copying text without “Darker”, and then select “OK”. any pictures. “Printed”: Original full of printed characters “Pencil”: Original written with pencil to make it darker Text/ Select when copying originals Photo containing text and pictures. “Photo Paper” “LaserPrinted” “Commercial” Lighter Each time it is selected, the density level is decreased, Ex: Brochure brightening the printed color. Photo S
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Chapter 1 Basic Menu Features Registering Quality Preset Save your favorite quality adjustment setting 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 Settings • Background Removal • BleedThrough Prevention •Tint •Contrast • Sharpness • Saturation • Color Balance For details on how to use the Quality Preset, refer to Using Quality Preset (see page 20). The regis
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Chapter 1 Basic Menu Features 6 Select a Quality Preset button, and 7 Enter the Quality Preset name, and then select “OK”. then select “OK”. When registering a new Quality Preset Select an empty Quality Preset button. Registration will not be permitted without When updating a registered Quality assigning a name. Preset Up to 20 characters. Select the registered Quality Preset button. For instructions on how to enter characters, refer to Using the Keyboard in the Operating Instructi
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Chapter 1 Basic Menu Features Using Quality Preset You can recall the registered quality adjustment settings by the following procedures. For details on how to register image quality adjustment settings into Quality Preset, refer to Registering Quality Preset (see page 18). 1 Place original(s). 5 Select a Quality Preset button, and then select “OK”. Refer to Placing Originals (Copy) in the Operating Instructions (For Basic Operations) of provided booklet. 2 Press the Copy key if the m
