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 ViewPlus Ink Attachment Manual

Table of Contents
I. Introduction
- Preface
- FCC Compliance Statement
- Safety Instructions
- Specifications
II. Installation
- Items in the Box
- Unpacking
- Installing the Hardware
- Installing the Printer Driver
- Installing Tiger Software Suite
III. Set Defaults for Printer
- Windows Printer Defaults
IV. Braille, Translation and Printing
- ViewPlus Tiger Software Suite (TSS)
- Fonts
- Math and Braille
- Printing First Documents
V. Ink Attachment Maintenance
- Ink Attachment Maintenance Menu
- Ink-Emboss Alignment
- Replacing the Ink Cartridges
VI. Support, Maintenance and Warranty
- Training and Support Packages
- Maintenance
- Warranty

 Chapter I: IntroductionBegin Main Content
 
 
A.   Preface
ViewPlus Ink Attachment
For your Pro Embosser
User's Manual

Congratulations on owning a ViewPlus Ink Attachment!

This HP Inkjet device transforms your ViewPlus Pro to an embossing printer. This manual will introduce you to the basic information regarding your newly converted embossing printer. The ViewPlus Technologies web site is another resource for information on your ViewPlus embosser including examples, tutorials, and other useful downloads.
 
Keep up to date by checking the ViewPlus Technologies website at: http://www.ViewPlus.com
 
Model Number VPT9009-00
USER'S Manual
 
B.   FCC Compliance Statement
Compliance Statement (USA)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
  • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
  • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
  • Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
  • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 
FCC Warning: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Compliance Statement (Canada)
This digital apparatus is in conformity with standard NMB-003 of Canada.
Cet appareil numérique est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
 
Compliance Statement (Germany)
Bescheinigung des Herstellers/Importeurs:
Hiermit wird bescheinigt, dass der Drucker der Maschinenlärminformationsverordnung 3. GSGV, 18.01.1991 entspricht: Der höchste Schalldruckpegel beträgt 70 dB(A) oder weniger gemäß EN27779-1991.
 
Compliance Statement (Europe)
Warning: This product meets the interference requirements of EN55022. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case, the user may be required to take adequate measures.
 
Compliance Statement (Korea)
This apparatus complies with CISPR22 requirements.
 
International Compliance
 
EN55022:1994              Emissions series
EN55024:1998              Immunity characteristics
EN61000-3-2:1995        Power line harmonics
EN61000-3-3:1995        Power line flicker
EN61000-4-2:1995        Electrostatic discharge
EN61000-4-3:1995        Radiated susceptibility
EN61000-4-4:1995        Electrical fast transient/burst
EN61000-4-5:1995        Surge
EN61000-4-6:1996        Conducted immunity
EN61000-4-11:1994      Input voltage interruptions/DIPS
 
C.   Safety Instructions
Read all the following safety instructions before using the ViewPlus Pro Ink Attachment. In addition, always follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer itself. All safety instructions listed in your ViewPlus Pro manual continue to apply. 
  • Do not place printer with the ink attachment on an unstable surface.
  • Do not place printer with the ink attachment near a radiator or heat source.
  • Do not block or cover slots and openings in the printer's cabinet; do not insert objects through slots.
  • Use only the type of power source indicated on printer's label.
  • Connect all equipment to properly grounded electrical outlets.
  • Do not connect the ink attachment to any external power supply.
  • Do not use frayed or damaged power cord.
  • The use of an extension cord with the printer is not recommended.
  • Detach printer from power during the ink attachment installation or removing process.
  • Unplug printer before cleaning it; always clean it with a piece of damp cloth only.
  • Do not spill liquid into printer or the ink attachment.
  • Except as specifically explained in the user's manual, do not attempt to service the printer by yourself.
  • Detach the printer from power source and refer to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
    • If the power cord or plug is damaged 
    • If liquid has entered the printer or the ink attachment.
    • If printer or ink attachment have been dropped or the cabinet is damaged.
    • If the printer or ink attachment do not operate properly or exhibits a distinct change in performance.
  • Only adjust those controls that are covered by the operating instructions.
 
D.   Specifications
 
ViewPlus Ink Attachment for the Pro Embosser
Character Sets
Use any font at any size
Print Resolution
100 dots per inch
Print Speed
100 combined print & braille characters per second in draft mode using text produced with ViewPlus Formatter
Print Mechanism
Uses two HP C6602A cartridges, capacity: 15mg of ink, equals approx. 7 million characters
Paper Feed Method
Tractor feed only
Paper Size
Any tractor-fed Braille or office paper 4-16 inches wide
Paper Weight
Any weight from thin computer paper (starting at 75 g/m2) to thick card stock, photo paper or Braille paper (up to 230 g/m2)
Ink Attachment Dimensions
     Length
     Width
     Height
     Weight
 
6.0 inches (15.2 cm)
29.6 inches (75.3 cm)
5.8 inches (14.7 cm)
11.4 pounds (5.171 kg)
Ink Attachment Materials
     Case
     Base
 
UL approved High Impact Polystyrene
Stainless Steel
Connectivity
USB and Parallel connection through ViewPlus Pro
Power Consumption
Standby < 0.5 W
Average Print 100 mA @ 5 V, 1 A @ 38 V
Computer Requirements
     Operating System
     Memory
 
Windows 2000 or later
256 MB or more
Embosser Requirements
     Embosser type
     Firmware
 
ViewPlus Pro
Version 3.0.0 or later (if your embosser was purchased before 1/1/04, please contact ViewPlus Technologies for a free firmware upgrade)
 
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