MicroBoards Technology G4 User Manual

MicroBoards Technology G4 User Manual

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G4 Auto Printer
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For Microsoft Windows
8, 7, Vista, and XP

Users Manual

Microboards Technology LLC
Version 1.01

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  • Page 1: Users Manual

    G4 Auto Printer ® For Microsoft Windows 8, 7, Vista, and XP Users Manual Microboards Technology LLC Version 1.01...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    MICROBOARDS TECHNOLOGY, LLC G4 AUTO PRINTER TABLE OF CONTENTS ..........................5 NTRODUCTION ’ .......................... 5 NCLUDED ........................ 6 YSTEM EQUIREMENTS ......................6 SSEMBLY AND NSTALLATION ....................... 6 SSEMBLY NSTRUCTIONS G4 A ..................... 6 RINTER SSEMBLY ......................7 NSTALLING ARTRIDGES ...................... 7...
  • Page 4 Any unauthorized modification to this equipment may result in the revocation by the FCC of the user’s authority to operate this equipment. NOTE: 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.
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Flexibility and Speed for Any Application While the G4 Auto Printer was designed to fill a need in the high-volume arena, it also has the ability to print at 4800 x 1200 dpi on both DVD and CD media. With the included design software, users can enjoy its benefits whether making a few discs or a few hundred.
  • Page 6: System Requirements

    System Requirements The Microboards G4 Auto Printer has the following minimum requirements and compatibilities: Supported Operating Systems 32-bit: Microsoft Windows 8, 7, Windows Vista, or Windows XP with SP2. 64-bit: Microsoft Windows 8, 7, Windows Vista. Processor Intel Core 2 Duo or equivalent.
  • Page 7: Installing Ink Cartridges

    G4 Auto Printer to fail and may affect your warranty. Loading / Replacing Ink Cartridges Cartridges can be changed while the G4 Auto Printer is on. The Out of Ink LED will light if any cartridge is beginning to run low on ink.
  • Page 8: Loading Discs

    Loading Discs The next step is to load your G4 Auto Printer with discs. The system will accept CD or DVD 120 mm (12 cm) inkjet printable discs. If the disc does not have an inkjet printable surface, the ink will not adhere to the surface of the disc.
  • Page 9: G4 Auto Printer Installation

    The connection between the PC and the Microboards G4 Auto Printer is done with one USB cable. 1. Confirm that the AC power cord to the back of the G4 Auto Printer is connected and that the switch in the back is ON.
  • Page 10: Windows 7 And Vista Hardware Installation

    Insert the Microboards G4 Auto Printer CD into a drive in your computer. Follow the instructions provided by the installer. Connect the G4 Auto Printer to the PC only when you are prompted to. The operating system will next display the following windows: 1.
  • Page 11: Setting Printer Alignment

    G4 AUTO PRINTER Setting Printer Alignment The G4 Auto Printer has been aligned to 0.1mm precision at the factory. You may need to fine tune the alignment settings for full surface coverage depending on the media brand and print surface type.
  • Page 12: Printing Preferences

    Access the Printing Preferences by clicking the Start Button on your Windows computer. Select Settings and then select Printers. Right click on the Microboards G4 printer icon, then select Printing Preferences. There are 7 tabs across the top of the window. Click each tab to see the available settings.
  • Page 13: Advanced Tab

    To avoid excessive ink buildup, these values should never be set so that the G4 Auto Printer is printing off the media. The Parameter Unit should remain on the 0.1mm setting for maximum precision.
  • Page 14: Ink Tab

    Auto Printer, the ink level may not be reported correctly. If the G4 Auto Printer can identify the cartridge, it may report the correct ink levels; if not, it will assume that the ink cartridge is new and will show ink levels of 100%.
  • Page 15: Printing Recommendations

    MICROBOARDS TECHNOLOGY, LLC G4 AUTO PRINTER Print Quality Tab The Print Quality tab controls the print resolution. Print Quality Best • Normal • Print Modes Text and Graphics • Photo • Printing Recommendations Text and Graphics mode is used for printing mainly text information and small, simple graphics.
  • Page 16: The Microboards Printer Toolbox

    Disc, or to remove any media that is on the conveyors. Using the Cleaning Disc The rollers that the Microboards G4 uses to advance the disc will occasionally need to be cleaned as they pick up dust, lint, and other airborne debris.
  • Page 17: Using Surething Disc Labeler

    Discs can be purchased from any Microboards certified reseller. Using SureThing Disc Labeler SureThing Disc Labeler is included with the G4 Auto Printer and will be installed during the G4 Auto Printer Installation. For more information on using SureThing, please refer to the SureThing Help menu.
  • Page 18: Software Re-Installation

    The information in this section will only apply to a manual re-installation of the individual software packages. If you have not yet installed the G4 Auto Printer using the Installer, it is recommended that you do so. Installing the G4 Auto Printer in an incorrect order could result in an unsuccessful installation.
  • Page 19: Surething Labeler Software Re-Installation

    There are 3 methods of reinstalling SureThing should the need arise: A. (Recommended) Insert the Microboards G4 Auto Printer Installation CD into the CD/DVD ROM drive on your computer and select the Repair option when the installer starts. Click the SureThing Disc Labeler button to reinstall SureThing.
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    Remove any discs that are left on the belt. 2. Lift the cover and check for any discs on the front deck of the G4 Auto Printer. Remove any discs found on the belts. Close the cover.
  • Page 21: Out Of Media Indicator On Front Printer Panel

    During the G4 Auto Printer installation, a shortcut to a utility to clear the print queue was added to your PC. Please note that this utility will clear all print jobs currently in the print queue for any printer.
  • Page 22: Printing Specifications

    PH: 03-3561-2266 FAX: 952-556-1628 www.microboards.co.uk www.microboards.co.jp support@microboards.com www.microboards.com Please have the Model and Serial Number of your G4 Auto Printer available when contacting Technical Support. Date of Purchase: Place Purchased: Serial Number: Replacement Ink Cartridges: V102C (color) and V101B (black)

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