Kimoto Kimosetter 410 User manual

User's Guide

For US Customers:

This guide may not be copied wholly or in part without prior written permission from Kimoto Tech, Inc.

Regardless of the contents of this guide, Kimoto Tech, Inc. will not bear the responsibility for negative effects incurred as a result of

the operation of this equipment.

The contents of this guide are subject to change without prior notification.

Great care has been taken in the preparation of this guide. However, if you should discover an error or an omission, please bring it to

our attention.

AT are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.

Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

Apple, AppleTalk, QuickDraw, Macintosh, and Mac OS, Mac OS X are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S.

and other countries.

At Ease, Disk First Aid, and Finder are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.

Other brand or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark.

As an ENERGY STAR®Partner, KIMOTO has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR®guidelines for energy

efficiency.

Kimoto Tech, Inc.

601 Canal St., Cedartown,

Georgia 30125, USA

Telephone: (770) 748-2643

FAX: (770) 748-2648

Printed in Japan.

RADIO & TELEVISION INTERFERENCE

UNITED STATES. The equipment described in this guide generates and uses radio frequency

energy. If it is not installed and used in accordance with the instructions in this guide, it may

cause interference with radio and television reception.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital

device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable

protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,

uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with

the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is

no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. 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 into 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.

If necessary, you should consult your dealer or experienced radio/television technician for

additional suggestions. You may find helpful the following booklet, prepared by the Federal

Communications Commission: How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems.

This booklet is available from the United States Government Printing Office, Washington,

D.C. 20402. The booklet number is 004-000-00345-4.

Note:Changes or Modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance

could void the user’s right to operate this equipment.

Peripherals used in conjunction with this equipment must be connected via shielded interface

cables. Use of unshielded interface cables may result in interference to radio and TV reception,

and may void the user’s right to operate this equipment.

Declaration of Conformity

Model Number: Kimosetter 410

Trade Name: KIMOTO

Responsible party: Kimoto Tech, Inc.

Address: 601 Canal St., Cedartown, Georgia 30125, USA

Telephone number: (770) 748-2643

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the follow-

ing 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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference.

2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol

cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

4. Do not use this product near water.

5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. The product may fall, causing

serious damage to the product.

6. Slots and openings on the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation. To

ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, do not block or

cover these openings. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a

bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a

radiator or heat register. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation unless

proper ventilation is provided.

7. This product should be operated from the type of power source indicated on the marking

label of the AC adaptor. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your

dealer or local power company.

8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where the

cord will be walked on.

9. If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total of the ampere

ratings on the products plugged into the extension cord do not exceed the extension cord

ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet

does not exceed 15 amperes.

10. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch

dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric

shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

11. Except as explained elsewhere in this guide, don’t attempt to service this product yourself.

Opening and removing those covers that are marked “Do Not Remove” may expose you

to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing on those compartments to

service personnel.

12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel

under the following conditions:

A. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

B. If liquid has been spilled into the product.

C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

D. If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed.

Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper

adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive

work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation.

E. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.

for Macintosh

for Windows for Windows and Macintosh

About This Manual

This manual is your introduction to the Kimosetter 410, a Kimoto CTP printer.

Use the manual now to set up and begin working with your printer. Use it later as

a reference for everyday routines and as a guide for maintenance and trouble-

shooting.

Trademarks

Adobe, PostScript, PostScript 3, and PostScript logos are trademarks or registered

trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated.

Apple, Macintosh, Power Macintosh, and Mac OS are trademarks or registered

trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.

Windows is trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the

United States and other countries.

Other brand names and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of

their respective companies.

Software copyright

Manual copyright

For your convenience, this manual is categorized into three groups, each indi-

cated by the tab along the right edge on the pages on the right-hand side.

For Win & Mac: Information applicable both to the Windows and the

Macintosh systems.

For Windows: Information applicable to the Windows 2000/XP systems.

For Macintosh: Information applicable to the Macintosh system.

Contents

About This Manual ...............................................................................................................3

Chapter 1 Major Functions and Operations....................................................9

Getting Your Printer Ready ........................................................................ 10

Getting Your Printer Ready ................................................................... 10

Removing the outside packing materials ................................................................ 10

Opening the front cover ........................................................................................... 11

Removing the carriage packing material ............................................................... 11

Closing the front cover ............................................................................................. 12

Fitting the media support ........................................................................................ 12

Fitting the dust cover ................................................................................................ 13

Locating the printer ................................................................................................. 14

Connecting USB Cables .......................................................................... 15

Connecting the printer to your computer .............................................................. 15

Power cord connections .......................................................................... 16

Name and Function of Each Part of the Printer ....................................... 17

Printer (Front View) ................................................................................ 17

Inside the Printer .................................................................................... 18

Printer (Rear View) ................................................................................. 19

Control Panel ........................................................................................... 20

Installing Ink Cartridges ............................................................................. 21

Identifying Ink Cartridge and Media Types ......................................... 21

Installing Ink Cartridges ........................................................................ 21

Exchanging Ink Cartridges .................................................................... 23

Loading Media ............................................................................................. 25

Notes and precautions about media ....................................................... 25

Loading Media in Automatic Feed Mode .............................................. 25

Turning the Power On or Off ...................................................................... 28

Turning on the Power.............................................................................. 28

Turning off the Power ............................................................................. 28

Chapter 2 RIP for Windows ............................................................................ 29

Set Up ............................................................................................................ 30

System Requirements .............................................................................. 30

To connect the Kimosetter 410 to your computer ................................ 30

To connect the printer (Plug & Play) .................................................... 31

For Windows XP ....................................................................................................... 31

For Windows 2000 .................................................................................................... 32

To install program ................................................................................... 34

Setup Printer ........................................................................................... 37

Before using the Kimosetter ................................................................... 38

To uninstall RIP....................................................................................... 39

Functions of the RIP .................................................................................... 40

Print Monitor ........................................................................................... 40

Function of each button ........................................................................................... 40

Information display .................................................................................................. 41

Menu .......................................................................................................................... 42

Setup Properties ...................................................................................... 44

General tab ................................................................................................................ 44

Print tab ..................................................................................................................... 44

Color Adjust tab ....................................................................................................... 45

Driver Options ......................................................................................... 46

Offset Adjustment ..................................................................................................... 46

Ribbon Information .................................................................................................. 48

Negative Print ........................................................................................................... 48

Density Curve Adjustment ..................................................................... 49

Function of each button ........................................................................................... 49

Create and Edit Density curve ................................................................................ 50

Preferences ............................................................................................... 51

Printing ......................................................................................................... 52

Printing Files without opening the associated application software .. 52

Printing from the application software ................................................. 53

Printing from PageMaker 7.0 ................................................................ 55

Appendix A. About Offset Adjustment ..................................................... 58

Appendix B. List of Fonts ........................................................................... 62

Appendix C. Kimosetter 410 Printable Area ............................................ 64

Chapter 3 RIP for Mac OS 9.x & Mac OS X Classic ....................................65

Set Up ............................................................................................................ 66

System Requirements .............................................................................. 66

Set up for Kimosetter 410 RIP for the use in Mac OS 9.x environment ...... 67

To install program ................................................................................... 67

To install screen fonts .............................................................................. 71

To connect the Kimosetter 410 to your computer ................................ 73

To set up the printer ................................................................................ 73

To uninstall RIP....................................................................................... 77

Functions of the RIP .................................................................................... 78

Print Monitor ........................................................................................... 78

Function of each button ........................................................................................... 78

Information display .................................................................................................. 79

Menu .......................................................................................................................... 80

Setup Properties ...................................................................................... 81

General tab ................................................................................................................ 81

Port tab ...................................................................................................................... 82

Print tab ..................................................................................................................... 82

Color Adjust tab ....................................................................................................... 82

Driver Options ......................................................................................... 83

Offset adjustment ..................................................................................................... 83

Ribbon Information .................................................................................................. 85

Negative Print ........................................................................................................... 85

Density Curve Adjustment ..................................................................... 86

Function of each button ........................................................................................... 86

Create and Edit Density curve ................................................................................ 87

Preferences ............................................................................................... 88

Printing ......................................................................................................... 89

Printing files without opening the application on which they were

created ...................................................................................................... 89

Printing from the application on which the file was created...............91

To print from PageMaker 7.0 ................................................................. 94

Appendix A About Offset Adjustment ...................................................... 97

Appendix B List of Fonts .......................................................................... 100

Install program for Kimosetter RIP for the use in Mac OS X Classic

environment ................................................................................................ 102

Fresh installation of Mac RIP on OS X Classic environment ........... 102

Computer name for OS X and Classic environment .......................... 108

To set up the printer .............................................................................. 112

Installation of Classic PPD Installer.................................................... 114

Selecting Kimosetter for Classic environment and for OS X ............ 116

Printing .................................................................................................. 120

Chapter 4 Appendix........................................................................................ 123

Cleaning the Printer ..................................................................................124

Cleaning the Main Unit ........................................................................124

Cleaning the Print Head ....................................................................... 125

Cleaning the Platen ...............................................................................127

Cleaning the Feed Roller ......................................................................128

Cleaning the Transport Rollers............................................................ 129

ready / insert Button Functions ................................................................131

Indicator Lights Summary ........................................................................ 131

Indicator light status ............................................................................. 131

Specifications .............................................................................................. 132

General Specifications .......................................................................... 132

Kimosetter 410 Printable Area ............................................................ 133

Available Supplies ...................................................................................... 134

Kimosetter 410 Supplies List................................................................ 134

Ink cartridges .......................................................................................................... 134

Print media .............................................................................................................. 134

Chapter 5 Troubleshooting ............................................................................ 135

Introduction ................................................................................................ 136

Troubleshooting .......................................................................................... 136

Power does not come on ........................................................................ 136

Clearing Paper Jams ............................................................................. 136

Ink Cartridge Stuck in the Carriage ...................................................138

How to Remove an Ink Cartridge from the Carriage ....................... 139

Printer makes strange noises................................................................ 140

Media is not feeding correctly or not ejecting correctly from the sheet

feeder ...................................................................................................... 141

Problems with ink cartridges ............................................................... 142

HP sensor and Marking sticker cleaning ............................................ 142

Problems with print results .................................................................. 143

Printing is light, distorted, or has gaps ............................................... 143

Troubleshooting for Windows .............................................................. 144

Printer cannot be installed./Printing is not performed properly, even after the

printer installation .................................................................................................. 144

Printer does not print or stops while printing ..................................................... 145

Printing is not working or is extremely slow ........................................................ 147

Troubleshooting for Macintosh ............................................................ 148

During installation a “File not found” error occurs or the installer is not found

.................................................................................................................................. 148

The icon does not appear in the Chooser ............................................................. 148

Printer does not print or stops while printing ..................................................... 149

Printing is not working or is extremely slow ........................................................ 150

Connection Method ................................................................................................ 150

Other problems and operations ............................................................................. 150

When Error Message Appears .................................................................. 151

Error Message Appears ........................................................................ 151

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