Kyocera TaskAlfa 3050ci - Colors Denser Near Edges

[Netghost56]

U485 is a Service Mode option.

I service Kyocera and Konicas, as well as Canon (just started). For a Kyocera, a Taskalfa 406ci would be a budget buy, but it won't do larger sized docs. A 7052ci would get you a solid business, but I agree with the former that a Konica Bizhub PRESS is really what you need. We have several in the field - these are multi-sectional machines that can easily fill a room, but the quality is unmatched for anything I've seen.

[RY1997]

U485 is a service mode...If nobody has changed the password it is 1087-1087

I think the credentials were changed.

I suppose I could just call them in for service again and tell them that I want the color table changed. You really think the difference will be noticeable though? And once it's changed it can always be switched back obviously, right? And why Konica Minolta for the color table? Does that company pride itself in accurate colors? Is that what they're known for? I never heard of this brand of MFPs until I dug deeper and learned more about what was available out there. I even saw a brand name called Lanier...what the heck is a Lanier even?

[Ropariva]

In test mode enter 485 then “start”
Go into setting mode and Colour Table 1(prn)
If default it will be on KY
Try KO
Exit
Restart will be requested when set.
The change will be immediate but suggest you do calibration and tone curve through the maintenance area.

[Ropariva]

You have to have the machine in copy mode.
Press 10871087 without pause. That should get you in

[George J]

As an end user be careful in the service mode. The color table does change the color output a bit, but the general quality will remain the same.

As mentioned before the darker edges is a 'thing' with kyo machines and I was told by a kyo trainer that that's how they print and there is nothing you can do about it.

Don't get me wrong, these are great machines for general office work, but don't expect color critical work to come out all that great.

[RY1997]

You have to have the machine in copy mode.
Press 10871087 without pause. That should get you in

Ah okay. I got to the color table and hit the Color Table 1 button. But after that I get a blank screen. There's no option for me to select a different table or anything. Same with Color Table 2.

[Ropariva]

Ah okay. I got to the color table and hit the Color Table 1 button. But after that I get a blank screen. There's no option for me to select a different table or anything. Same with Color Table 2.

Ok. The machine has had a HDD clear done. You’ll need the tech to reload the colour tables for you. This is done via USB. They will know what to do when you book the call.

[Scott]

As an end user be careful in the service mode. The color table does change the color output a bit, but the general quality will remain the same.

As mentioned before the darker edges is a 'thing' with kyo machines and I was told by a kyo trainer that that's how they print and there is nothing you can do about it.

Don't get me wrong, these are great machines for general office work, but don't expect color critical work to come out all that great.

Your pic is funny!! I have always wanted to do that or tie the cord around my ball hitch and see how long it lasts!! LOL

[RY1997]

Thank you for the info everyone!

I will simply ask for a new color table. Even if it is only a slight difference, if it's a visible difference I certainly care about it.

How do I exit service mode exactly??

[Scott]

turn unit off and then back on, the switch at the back RHS bottom