The MK-735 Mount Kit is an installation accessory designed to integrate authentication units and related components with a range of Konica Minolta multi-function printers (MFPs). This kit facilitates the physical mounting and electrical connection of authentication devices, such as the AU-201S/AU-201, to the main body of the printer, enabling secure user authentication through IC cards or other methods.
Function Description
The primary function of the MK-735 Mount Kit is to provide the necessary hardware and instructions for securely attaching an authentication unit to compatible Konica Minolta MFPs. This integration allows the MFP to leverage the authentication unit for user access control, tracking usage, and enforcing printing policies. The kit includes various clamps, holders, screws, and cables to ensure a stable and reliable installation. It also provides double-faced tape for securing components and an authentication label for proper identification.
The installation process involves several steps, including disassembling parts of the MFP (such as covers and control panels), routing cables, connecting the authentication unit, and reassembling the machine. Specific instructions are provided for different MFP models, accounting for variations in their internal layout and access points. Once physically installed, the kit supports the electrical connection of the authentication unit to the MFP's internal systems, typically via a USB cable.
Beyond physical installation, the kit's documentation outlines the software configuration procedures required to activate and utilize the authentication unit. This includes installing a loadable device driver (ICC_LDR.tar) and configuring IC card authentication settings within the MFP's service mode. These software steps are crucial for the MFP to recognize and interact with the newly installed authentication unit, enabling features like user login, job release, and usage tracking based on IC card credentials.
Important Technical Specifications
While the MK-735 Mount Kit itself does not have extensive technical specifications in terms of performance, its compatibility and component details are critical.
- Applied Machines: The kit is compatible with a wide range of Konica Minolta MFPs, including:
- C554e/C454e/C364e/C284e/C224e
- C554/C454/C364/C284/C224
- C368/C308/C258
- C287/C227/367/287/227
- 554e/454e/364e/284e/224e
- 367/287/227
- Product Codes: The kit supports various product codes associated with these MFPs, such as A5AY, A5C0, A5C1, A5C2, A5C4, A2XK, A4FJ, A161, A4FK, A4FM, A7PU, A7PY, A7R0, A797, A798, A61D, A61E, A61F, A61G, A61H, A789, A7AH, A7AK.
- Supported Authentication Units: The kit is designed for use with the Authentication Unit AU-201S/AU-201. For certain models (C287/C227/367/287/227), the Local Interface Kit EK-609/EK-608 is also required.
- Components: The kit includes:
- Authentication unit holder
- Authentication unit clamp A, B, C (Clamp B and C are not used for AU-201S/AU-201 installation)
- Extender cable (Not used for AU-201S/AU-201 installation)
- Authentication label
- Card holder
- Screws A, B (Screw B is not used in this installation)
- Cable clamp (Not used in this installation)
- Double-faced tape A, B
- Installation manual
- Ferrite Core Placement: The installation instructions specify placing a ferrite core on the authentication unit's cable, wound twice around the cable, approximately 60 mm away from the authentication unit. This is a common practice for electromagnetic interference (EMI) suppression.
- USB Connectivity: The authentication unit connects to the MFP via a USB cable, which is routed internally through wire saddles and harness guides to ensure a neat and secure installation.
Usage Features
The MK-735 Mount Kit itself is an installation tool, so its "usage features" pertain to the ease and completeness of the installation process it enables.
- Comprehensive Instructions: The manual provides detailed, step-by-step instructions with illustrations, making the installation process manageable for trained technicians. It differentiates procedures based on specific MFP models and configurations (e.g., whether a Working Table WT-506 or Keypad KP-101 is mounted).
- Model-Specific Guidance: The manual is highly tailored, offering distinct installation paths for different series of Konica Minolta MFPs (e.g., C554e/C454e series, C368/C308/C258 series, C287/C227 series). This ensures that the correct covers are removed, cables routed, and components attached for each specific machine.
- Clear Component Identification: Each accessory part included in the kit is listed with its name, shape, and quantity, facilitating easy identification during installation.
- Safety Warnings: The manual includes a prominent warning about keeping the packaging bag away from babies and children to prevent suffocation, highlighting a commitment to user safety.
- Software Configuration Support: Beyond hardware installation, the manual guides technicians through the necessary software configuration steps, including driver installation and setting up IC card authentication in the service mode. This holistic approach ensures the authentication unit is fully functional after physical installation.
- Cable Management: The instructions emphasize proper cable routing through wire saddles and harness guides, which helps prevent cable damage, reduces electromagnetic interference, and maintains the internal tidiness of the MFP.
- Reversal of Procedure: For reassembly, the manual often advises reversing the removal procedure, simplifying the instructions for putting the MFP back together.
Maintenance Features
As an installation kit, the MK-735 does not have ongoing maintenance features in the traditional sense. However, its design and documentation contribute to the maintainability of the installed authentication unit and the MFP.
- Structured Installation: The organized and detailed installation process ensures that the authentication unit is securely mounted and its cables are properly routed. This reduces the likelihood of loose connections, cable damage, or component misalignment that could lead to future service calls.
- Clear Cable Routing: The emphasis on using wire saddles and harness guides for cable management means that if future troubleshooting or component replacement is needed, the cables are neatly organized and easily traceable, simplifying diagnostic and repair work.
- Ferrite Core for EMI Suppression: The inclusion and specific placement instructions for the ferrite core help mitigate electromagnetic interference. This contributes to the long-term stability and reliable operation of both the authentication unit and the MFP, reducing potential issues caused by electrical noise.
- Documentation for Future Reference: The comprehensive installation manual serves as a valuable reference for future maintenance. If the authentication unit needs to be removed, replaced, or serviced, the step-by-step instructions for disassembly and reassembly are readily available.
- Component Quality: While not explicitly stated, the provision of specific screws, clamps, and double-faced tape implies that these components are designed to securely hold the authentication unit in place, contributing to its stability and reducing wear and tear over time.
- Software Configuration Guidelines: The instructions for installing drivers and configuring settings are crucial for ensuring the authentication unit operates correctly. Proper initial configuration, guided by the manual, minimizes software-related issues that might require maintenance later. The note about turning off and on the power switch after exiting service mode and waiting for 10 seconds or more is a good practice for system stability.
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