In this article, as an example, the Ricoh model SP 100 printer will be examined in detail. It belongs to the Aficio product line and is based on the laser printing method. Its parameters, specifications, reviews and configuration procedure will be further considered in detail. In addition, it should be noted that this is a Japanese manufacturer whose products have a high level of quality and reliability, but its price is quite democratic.
Specialization. Equipment
Ricoh printer, considered in this article, has a rather small limit of documentation output for a month. The manufacturer recommends displaying no more than 10,000 sheets on it. Also, this peripheral solution, which is represented by just one wired connection method, boasts a modest communication set. The presence of these two factors allows us to attribute such a printing system to the most budget devices. The Japanese manufacturer included the following components in the delivery list:
- A printer.
- Interface cord for connecting to the system unit of the computing system.
- Warranty card.
- Starter cartridge.
- User's manual.
- A set of various advertising booklets with a detailed description of the capabilities of the device.
- A disk with a full set of basic software and the latest version of the documentation in electronic format.
- Power cable.
Main settings
As previously noted, the Ricoh SP has a very budget feature with an index of 100. It is based on the laser method of outputting documentation. Therefore, this model of peripheral device boasts a relatively high speed and an increased monthly print limit, which is 10,000 sheets. But its disadvantages include a low level of quality. The main type of media in this case is, of course, A4. But also at the level of application software, support for both A5 and even A6 is implemented. The density of the pages is limited to 60 g / m 2 below and 105 g / m 2 above. This device needs to spend 38 seconds to output the first sheet (25 seconds to warm up and 13 seconds to print). After that, this solution can output up to 25 pages per minute. At the same time, the resolution of A4 is only 1200x600, and this factor ensures mediocre print quality.
For the output of text, tables or diagrams, this value is quite enough, but for something more it is not enough. A solid level of power consumption of the Ricoh 100 printer. In standby mode, this value is 5 watts. In the ready state, it rises to 55 watts, and when printing is already consumed 250 watts. The number of possible switching methods is limited only by the USB port.
Setup algorithm
In order to configure any Ricoh printer, you must perform the following manipulations:
- Unpack the shipping box and get all the elements of the printing system out of it.
- Replace the peripheral device. In this case, it is imperative to take into account the length of the interface cord. It is the last factor that is a kind of limiter when choosing the installation location of the printer.
- Using a power cable, we provide power to the printer. Then, using the interface cord, we perform the switching of the PC and the documentation output subsystem.
- The next step is lifting the lid and installing a monochromatic cartridge.
- Then you need to turn on the computer and wait for the download of its system software. Only then does the printer turn on.
- Next, you need to wait for the operating system information message. If it will indicate that the device has been successfully installed, then proceed to the next step. Otherwise, we start the process of installing application software from disk. In this case, you will have to install not only drivers, but also diagnostic utilities.
- At the end of the installation process, you need to display a copy of the test page and then this Ricoh Aficio printer model is ready for use.
Reviews Summary
The Ricoh SP 100 printer boasts an excellent combination of technical specifications, reliability and, of course, cost. It also has a very simple setup procedure. It is the presence of such advantages of the solution in question that is indicated by its owners in reviews throughout the global web. He has only one minus - this is a slightly overestimated power consumption, which is offset by a number of previously mentioned advantages. Therefore, such a printing system is perfect for a compact office or at home. In other cases, such a printer is not entirely appropriate.