Xante PlateMaker 4 Manuel utilisateur

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Chapter 1 - Introduction and Installation

PlateMaker 4

Fig. 1.1 PlateMaker 4 Printer

The PlateMaker 4 (Fig. 1.1) provides a complete prepress solution for graphics

professionals. These include groups such as small commercial printers, print shops,

in-plant operations, and service shops in need of high-quality, fast turnaround

printing at a low cost.

The PlateMaker 4 offers high resolution and true Adobe PostScript 3 output on up to

13" x 35.5" (330 mm x 901 mm) media. Using XANTÉ’s CPT (Clean Plate

Technology) and XANTÉ's patented Accurate Calibration Technology (X-ACT), you

can print quality paper and polyester plates which are immediately ready for press

with no intermediate steps required. Plus, this versatile printer prints on paper, cover,

film, transparencies, labels, and envelopes.

About this Manual

This user’s guide covers installation, setup, and operation of a PlateMaker 4 printer.

Chapter 1—Introduction and Installation summarizes this manual and PlateMaker 4

features, optional configurations, and the printer's warranty. It also covers printer setup

and required cabling as well as a printer overview.

Chapter 2—Macintosh Setup describes the XANTÉ Utilities for the Macintosh. This

includes connecting to the appropriate interface, installing the Adobe PostScript

printer driver, your printer’s PPD, printer utilities, and Adobe Downloader as well as

procedures for using many features.

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Chapter 3—PC Setup describes the XANTÉ Utilities for the PC. This includes

connecting to the appropriate interface, installing the Adobe PostScript printer driver,

your printer’s PPD, printer utilities, and procedures for using many features.

Chapter 4—Configuration describes using front panel keys and menus and the Print

dialog box to configure many printer features.

Chapter 5—Media: Selecting, Handling, and Printing describes selecting media sizes

and types, handling that media, and creating high quality output on the various

media.

Chapter 6—Maintenance, Specifications, and Warranty describes printer care,

technical specifications, service options, and the warranty.

Chapter 7—Printer Options describes optional upgrades for your printer.

Chapter 8—Troubleshooting covers troubleshooting issues and technical support

options.

Glossary—defines terms related to your printer, XANTÉ utilities, and the printing

industry.

Index—alphabetically lists major manual topics with corresponding page numbers

and some cross-references.

You can print a Menu Layout utility page to use as a quick reference sheet. This page

lists front panel menus and their current settings. See “Utility Pages” in chapter 4 for

details.

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Manual Conventions

The following conventions are used in this manual:

↵ indicates that you need to press the Return

key on a Macintosh or the Enter key on a PC.

indicates additonal or emphasized information.

indicates instructions that must be followed to

avoid damage to files or equipment.

indicates instructions that must be followed

exactly to avoid personal injury.

: indicates the path for a file or folder and links

procedure steps.

< > indicates variable information such as the

printer name or model.

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Printer Features

The following chart lists PlateMaker 4 printer features.

Features PlateMaker 4

IDT 79RC3255 Processor Std.

RAM:

64 MB Std.

128 MB Opt.

256 MB (maximum) Opt.

Adobe PostScript 3 Std.

136 PostScript Fonts Std.

Resolutions:

600 x 600 dpi Std.

1200 x 1200 dpi Std.

2400 x 2400 dpi Opt

Engine Speed (letter/A4):

10 ppm Std.

Interfaces:

Parallel Std.

Ethernet (EtherTalk, LPR, TCP/IP, IPP) Std.

USB (PC only) Std.

Paper Sizes:

From 3.94" x 5.83" Std.

(100 mm x 148 mm)

Up to 13.00" x 35.50"

(330 mm x 901 mm)

Paper Weights:

Cassettes 16-28 lb bond (60 -106 g/m2)Std.

Multipurpose Feeder (16-36 lb bond (60-135 g/m2)Std.

Media Handling:

Multipurpose Feeder (150 sheets) ∞Std.

Built in Paper Feeder (500 sheets) Std.

Second Paper Feeder (500 sheets) Opt

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Media Types:

Plain and Laser Paper Std.

Heavy Paper Std.

Cover Std.

Transparencies Std.

Labels Std.

Envelopes Std.

Polyester Plate Std.

Paper Plate Std.

Matte Film Std.

Clear Film Std.

Mirror Print Std.

Negative Print Std.

Tray Chaining Std.

XANTÉ Utilities (PC and Macintosh) Std.

Internal IDE Hard disk Opt.

Font Accelerator*Std.

Fuser Temperature Control Std.

Clean Plate Technology

EP1 (Toner Control) Std.

Graphic Software Package

Halftone Calibration Technology (Gamma) Std.

Enhanced Screening Technology Std.

Accurate Calibration Technology (X-ACT; patented) Std.

Densitometer Support Std.

Gripper Offset Std.

NEIT (Negative Enhanced Imaging Technology; patented) Opt.

340 Upgrade Opt.

* Requires optional internal hard drive

∞Plain paper capacities; capacity varies depending on type of media

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Installation

Installation covers selecting a printer location as well as unpacking, becoming familiar

with, and connecting your printer.

Printer Location

Set up your printer in a location that can support its weight and can provide sufficient operation

and maintenance clearance. To prevent overheating, allow at least 8.0" (200 mm) clearance for

the printer’s vent.

Fig. 1.2 Location Guidelines

Printer Package

Unpack the printer, saving the packing materials.

1. Remove the items packed on top of the printer.

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The printer weighs approximately 58.5 lb (26.5 kg) without the toner, cassettes, and

media installed.

• Always have two people lift the printer.

• Only lift the printer using the recessed grip areas on the right and left sides.

2. Remove the shipping stabilizer from the top of the printer; then, lift the printer

out of the box (fig. 1.3).

Fig. 1.3 Lifting the Printer

3. Remove the plastic wrap, tape, and shipping stabilizers from all of the items.

Your printer package contains the following items:

• Your XANTÉ printer

• 500 sheet cassette

• Power cord

• Quick Reference manual

• XANTÉ Utilities CD-ROM

• Toner cartridge

Additional paper cassettes and feeders are packed separately. RAM, internal hard disk,

340, and resolution upgrades ordered with your printer are installed at the factory

before shipping.

If you do not receive your full shipment or if anything is damaged, call XANTÉ

Customer Support at 800-926-8393 (US and Canada) or your XANTÉ vendor.

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Printer Overview

Use Figures 1.4, 1.5, and 1.6 to become familiar with your new printer.

Front Panel Paper Stop Output Tray

Fuser Cover

Output Tray Extension

Top Cover

Top Cover Latch

Multipurpose Feeder

(Closed)

Paper Cassette

Output Tray

Duplexer Replacement Cover

Back Cover

Duplexer Port Power Cord Receptacle

Power Switch

Parallel Port

Ethernet Port

USB Port

Vent

Fuser Cover

Fig. 1.4 Front View of Printer Fig. 1.5 Rear View of Printer

Top Cover Top Cover Latch

Toner Cartridge

Print Density Dial

Multipurpose Feeder

(Open)

Multipurpose Feeder

Extentsion

Paper Cassette

Fig. 1.6 Inside Front View of Printer

Toner Cartridge

The printer’s toner cartridge combines the toner and drum. This cartridge can print

approximately 7,000 sheets of letter/A4 size pages at 5% coverage.

Quality and reliability of refilled toner cartridges vary; XANTÉ recommends not using

them. Printer damage caused by these products is not covered by your printer warranty.

Handling the Toner Cartridge

Use these guidelines to ensure maximum life and print quality from your toner

cartridge and to prevent cartridge or printer damage:

• Use toner cartridges before their expiration dates. Cartridge shelf life is

approximately 2 years unopened or 6 months opened.

• Never move the printer with the cartridge installed. Toner spills can damage the

printer and affect print quality.

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• Do not expose the cartridge to bright lights or direct sunlight. Keep the

cartridge in its protective bag until installation. If you must remove the

cartridge temporarily, place it in the original bag or wrap it well to protect it

from light.

• Do not open the drum shutter or touch the drum’s surface. The shutter

protects the photosensitive drum from light.

• Keep the cartridge away from computer hard disks and monitors. It contains a

magnet that can cause data loss or equipment damage.

• Store unopened cartridges right side up on a level surface.

• Always set the cartridge flat with the handles on the top.

• Dispose of the cartridge following safety laws and regulations.

The toner is highly combustible. Never dispose of it by incineration.

Removing and Installing the Toner Cartridge

Check the density dial when you replace a toner cartridge. The dial setting for the

previous cartridge may be too high or too low for the new cartridge. See “Adjusting

Print Density” in chapter 4 for details.

1. Remove all media from the output tray. Then, squeeze the top cover latch to

release the lock (fig. 1.7).

Fig. 1.7 Release Top Cover Latch Fig. 1.8 Open Top Cover and Multipurpose

Feeder

2. Lift the top cover. The multipurpose feeder opens automatically as you open

the top cover (fig. 1.8).

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Do not touch any parts inside the printer.

3. Remove the toner cartridge if it is in the printer by grasping its handles and

pulling it slowly out of the printer (fig. 1.9).

Once you begin pulling the cartridge out of the printer, remove it completely. The

cartridge’s shutter may not open properly or be damaged if the cartridge is pulled

partially out and then pushed back in the printer.

Fig. 1.9 Remove Toner Cartridge Fig. 1.10 Shake Toner Cartridge

4. Remove the new toner cartridge from its package. Then, gently shake the

cartridge several times to distribute toner evenly (fig. 1.10).

Shake the cartridge enough to free any compacted toner. Using the printer with toner

still compacted may damage the cartridge.

5. Place the toner cartridge on a flat surface; then, grasp the sealing tape’s end tab

and pull the tape straight out (fig. 1.11).

If the tape is pulled out at an angle, it may break off inside the cartridge.

Fig. 1.11 Remove Sealing Tape Fig. 1.12 Insert Pins into Guide Channels

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