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Olympus CAMEDIA P-200 Installation Manual

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DIGITAL COLOR PRINTER
This Installation Guide explains how to install and use the Olympus
P-200 Digital Printer software for Windows 95/98/Me.
Keep this manual booklet in an easily accessible place for future
reference.
P-200

Installation Guide

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  • Page 1: Installation Guide

    DIGITAL COLOR PRINTER P-200 Installation Guide This Installation Guide explains how to install and use the Olympus P-200 Digital Printer software for Windows 95/98/Me. Keep this manual booklet in an easily accessible place for future reference.

  • Page 2: User Registration

    It is prohibited by copyright laws to duplicate this software and installation guide in whole or in part, or to lease the software to a third party without permission from the copyright owners. Olympus assumes no liability for any damages, loss of profit and any claims from third parties resulting from the use of this software.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents System Requirements ...4 Installing the Software...5 Easy installation (plug & play)...5 Manual installation ...7 Uninstallation ...9 For high-speed operation...9 Printing ... 10 To cancel printing... 12 Tips for printing ... 13 Split Print... 14 Adjusting the Image Quality ... 16 Troubleshooting Guide...

  • Page 4: System Requirements

    System Requirements The following hardware and software are required to install and run this soft- ware. Computer: IBM PC/AT compatible machine with an i486SX or better CPU running Windows 95, 98 or Me (Pentium or better CPU recommended). Memory: 8 MB minimum (32 MB or more recommended, depending on the application to be printed).

  • Page 5: Installing The Software

    Installing the Software Install the Windows 95/98/Me printer driver software on the provided floppy disk in your PC. This description uses a PC running Windows 98 as an example. Easy installation (plug & play) Connect the printer to your PC. Please refer to the printer's instruction manual for details on connecting the printer to your PC.
  • Page 6 Insert the floppy disk into the PC's floppy drive. Select [Floppy disk drive] and click [Next]. Follow the on-screen instructions.

  • Page 7: Manual Installation

    Double-click the [AddPrinter] icon. The [Add Printer Wizard] dialog box appears. Select [Local printer] as the printer connection destination. Olympus does not guarantee that this printer will operate correctly on a network. The printer should be connected directly to the PC.
  • Page 8 Insert the floppy disk into the PC's floppy drive and select [Use disk]. Set the floppy disk drive as the [Copy source of distributed file.] The drive name of the floppy disk drive varies depending on the setup of each PC. Check your PC's instruction manual if you are not sure. When you find the file, go on to the next step.

  • Page 9: Uninstallation

    When the printer driver software is no longer necessary, uninstall it as described below. Click the [Start] button of Windows, point [Setup] and click [Printer]. The [Printer] window appears. Click the [OLYMPUS P-200] icon. In the [File] menu, click [Delete]. Uninstall the printer driver by following the on-screen instructions. For high-speed operation To use the printer at a high speed, we recommend the printer port be used in the ECP mode.

  • Page 10: Printing

    In the application [File] menu, click [Printer Setup] Set up the printer in the [Printer Setup] dialog box. The dialog box shown above is an example using the Olympus CAMEDIA Master 2.0 application. The contents of dialog box vary depending on the application you are using.
  • Page 11 Set the number of prints [Copies]. The print copies can be set up to 25. The dialog box shown above is an example using the Olympus CAMEDIA Master 2.0 application. The contents of dialog box vary depending on the application you are using.

  • Page 12: To Cancel Printing

    When data is left in the Windows printer spooler: Click the [Start] button. Point [Setup] and click [Printer]. Double-click [OLYMPUS P-200] to open the [OLYMPUS P-200] win- dow. Click the name of the queued document you want to cancel. Click [Document] in the menu, then click [Cancel printing]. For...

  • Page 13: Tips For Printing

    Tips for printing To get the best printing results, be sure to read the instruction manual of the application you are using. Information on how to change the resolution and image size is especially important. In addition, read the following tip. Print in an environment with as large color display capability as possible.

  • Page 14: Split Print

    You can split a sheet of print paper into multiple planes and print the same image on each of them. In the [File] menu of the application, click [Print]. The [Print] dialog box appears. Click [Properties]. [OLYMPUS P-200-LPT1: Properties] appears. Set the split method in the [Paper] sheet.
  • Page 15 Images can be printed in one of the following split methods. Single 4-split print 16-split print To obtain correct split prints (with an application that prints images ac- cording to the resolution of the printer): Set the resolution to 320 dpi and image size to 1280 x 960 pixels. Please refer to the instruction manual of the application you are using for more information on settings.

  • Page 16: Adjusting The Image Quality

    In the [File] menu of the application, click [Print]. The [Print] dialog box appears. Click [Properties]. [OLYMPUS P-200-LPT1: Properties] appears. Set the image quality in the [Color adjustment] sheet. [Brightness], [Depth] and [Contrast] each can be adjusted in 21 steps between -10 and +10.

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting Guide To solve problems you may experience with the printer driver, check the trou- bleshooting guide before calling for service. If the problem persists, contact you dealer for information what to do next. Please also refer to the Instruction manual provided with the printer.
  • Page 18 All contents of this manual are subject to change without notice. All specifications and designs are subject to change without notice. OLYMPUS shall assume no responsibility for any problems caused by this product. OLYMPUS shall also assume no responsibility for any accidental or consequential dam-...
  • Page 19 OLYMPUS AMERICA INC. Two Corporate Center Drive, Melville, NY 11747-3157, U.S.A. Tel. 631-844-5000 (Customer support) Tel. 1-888-553-4448 http://www.olympus.com OLYMPUS OPTICAL CO. (EUROPA) GMBH. (Premises/Goods delivery) Wendenstraße 14-16, 20097 Hamburg, Germany. Tel. 040-237730 (Lelters) Postfach 10 49 08, 20034 Hamburg, Germany. http://www.olympus-europa.com...
  • Page 20 P-200 Digital Color Printer Instructions Thank you for purchasing this Olympus digital color printer. Before using this product, read this manual carefully to ensure correct use.

  • Page 21: Declaration Of Conformity

    (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. OLYMPUS P-200 OLYMPUS AMERICA INC. 2 Corporate Center Drive, Melville, New York 11747-3157, U.S.A. 631-844-5000...
  • Page 22 Table of Contents Introduction... 4 Precautions ... 4 Safety precautions ... 5 Care and storage... 10 Getting Started Unpacking the printer... 11 What you can do with the P-200 digital color printer... 12 Identifying the parts... 13 Setup Setting up the printer ... 15 Connecting the power supply ...

  • Page 23: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for purchasing this OLYMPUS digital color printer. Read this manual and warranty carefully. Keep them handy for future reference and when requesting service. Make sure that the date of purchase and dealer's name are included on your warranty.

  • Page 24: Safety Precautions

    Safety precautions It is dangerous to tamper with the printer because this could cause fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in death or serious injury. Before use, read the safety precautions carefully and follow them for proper handling. This manual uses the following icons to indicate hazardous situations.
  • Page 25 WARNING Do not damage the power cord. A damaged power cord may result in fire or electric shock. To prevent the cord from being damaged, DO NOT: Jerk the cord to pull it out. Bend the cord excessively. Heat the cord. Place heavy objects on the cord.
  • Page 26 WARNING Do not use the printer in the following places. Unstable or inclined surfaces. Places exposed to dust and other particles (such as outdoors, particularly on a beach). Places subject to rain and water drops, or enclosed places where condensation could occur such as inside a plastic bag.
  • Page 27 WARNING Observe the following when using the optional B-200NH rechargeable battery. Never disassemble, destroy or short-circuit the battery, or throw it in a fire. Doing so may cause an explosion. To recharge the battery, mount it on the printer. If recharging does not finish even though specified recharging time (3 hours) has been exceeded, unplug the power cord to interrupt recharging.
  • Page 28 NOTE Do not block the vent. Doing so may cause the printer to heat up, possibly resulting in fire or electric shock. Do not block the vent. Do not put the printer in the following places. - Place with poor ventilation - On a soft surface like a rug or bed Do not put the printer on an unstable surface such as a shaky table.

  • Page 29: Care And Storage

    Care and storage Beware of moisture condensation. Moisture condensation means that water vapor in the air becomes liquid and sticks to the printer surface. This phenomenon is caused by the following. Rapidly heating the room in which the printer is placed Cool air (from an air conditioner, etc.) blown directly at the printer Moving the printer from a cold place to a warm place Moisture in the air will condense on the paper, deteriorating print quality or...

  • Page 30: Getting Started

    Getting Started Unpacking the printer Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your printer. If you are missing any of these accessories, contact your dealer immediately. E2AC AC power adapter (1) Paper feed cassette (1) CB-200UC power cord (1) Rear cover (installed to the printer body) Sample kit [Ink ribbon cartridge (1) and standard paper (25 sheets)]...

  • Page 31: What You Can Do With The P-200 Digital Color Printer

    Easy printing of images recorded in SmartMedia or CompactFlash You can print images from SmartMedia or CompactFlash recorded with Olympus digital cameras. Making a variety of prints You can make a variety of prints including split prints with multiple images on a single sheet and index prints showing up to 30 recorded images on a single sheet.

  • Page 32: Identifying The Parts

    Identifying the parts POWER button Cooling fan window PRINT button Control panel Card cover Rechargeable battery unlock lever DC power input connector IEEE1284 26-pin parallel interface connector Paper feed cassette compartment cover Cartridge compartment lid Ink ribbon cartridge SmartMedia slot CompactFlash slot EJECT button Getting Started...

  • Page 33: Operation Panel

    Getting Started Operation Panel PRINT button (+) and (-) buttons SmartMedia/Compact Flash button DATE button NUMBER button SPLIT button SHARPNESS button PRINT MODE button POWER button ACCESS/CHARGE indicator ERROR indicator PAPER/RIBBON alarm indicator PRINTING indicator Control Panel Frame Number/File name/Number of print copies display (Displays the data for Number of print COPIES indicator...

  • Page 34: Setup

    Setup Setting up the printer Connecting the power supply To supply power from the provided AC adapter 1. Plug the printer power cord into the AC adapter. 2. Plug the AC adapter power cord into a wall outlet, then plug the other end of the printer power cord into the printer's DC power input connector.
  • Page 35 Notes • Recharging time varies depending on the remaining battery power and environmental conditions. • Even when the battery is installed, it is not recharged while the printer is set to ON. Recharging only takes place when the printer is OFF.

  • Page 36: Using Print Packs

    Using print packs Notes • Always use the ink ribbon cartridge and print paper supplied together in the same carton. • Do not print on used print paper. 4. Remaining battery power indication The remaining battery power is indicated for 12 seconds after the printer is turned ON and during printing.

  • Page 37: Loading The Ink Ribbon Cartridge

    Loading the ink ribbon cartridge Note • When using the ink ribbon cartridge compartment for the first time, remove the head protection sheet from the inside. Setup Always use the ink ribbon cartridge and print paper supplied together in the same carton. Open the cartridge compartment lid of the printer by pushing down the tab on the cartridge compartment lid.
  • Page 38 If the cartridge compartment lid does not close: Remove the ink ribbon cartridge, and then re-insert it. Cautions • The cartridge compartment may become very hot during or after operation. Do not insert your finger or hand inside the cartridge compartment. When placing an ink ribbon cartridge on something, stand it on its side to avoid deposition of dust on the ink ribbon.

  • Page 39: Handling The Ink Ribbon Cartridge

    Storage precaution • Do not store an ink ribbon cartridge in a place subject to high temperature or humidity, excessive dust or direct sunlight. Setup Handling the ink ribbon cartridge To replace an ink ribbon cartridge Open the cartridge compartment lid, take out the used ink ribbon cartridge and replace it with a new one.

  • Page 40: Loading Print Paper

    Loading print paper Cautions • Be careful not to stain or damage the paper feed guide. • Do not touch the print surface (the glossy surface with nothing printed on it) when handling print paper. • Do not leave print paper in a place subject to excessive dust.

  • Page 41: Installing The Paper Feed Cassette Onto The Printer

    Note • If you need to transport the paper feed cassette with print paper loaded in it, put the paper feed cassette in a bag or other container. Storage precautions • Do not store print paper in a place subject to high temperature or humidity, excessive dust or direct sunlight.

  • Page 42: Basic Printing

    Basic Printing Printing images recorded on the card (SmartMedia or CompactFlash) The following procedure describes how to select a single image from the card and print it on a single (full- (standard print). screen) screen Every time you press the PRINT MODE button, the print mode changes in the following order: print all-frame print...

  • Page 43: Opening The Card Cover

    • The image recorded in SmartMedia should be printed as it was recorded using an Olympus digital camera. Proper display and printing performances are not guaranteed for images that have been retouched and saved on...
  • Page 44 • SmartMedia cards always have priority, even when a CompactFlash card has already been inserted first. If you want to use data from the CompactFlash card, press the SmartMedia/ Compact Flash button to select it. • Keep the card cover open while SmartMedia is inserted in the printer.
  • Page 45 • The image recorded in CompactFlash should be printed as it was recorded using an Olympus digital camera. Proper display and printing performances are not guaranteed for images that have been retouched and saved on...

  • Page 46: Printing

    Printing Press the (+) or (-) button to select the frame number of the image to be printed. To change the frame number display to file name display: The frame number display on the control panel can be switched to file name display. Press and hold the DATE and NUMBER buttons simultaneously for about 2 seconds.
  • Page 47 Note • If your digital camera does not assign file names using 7 digits, use the frame number display function (with the FRAME indicator lit). The corresponding frame numbers can be checked by performing index printing (see page 33). Caution •...
  • Page 48 Cautions • Never attempt to insert or remove the SmartMedia or CompactFlash card while the ACCESS/CHARGE indicator on the operation panel is blinking. Otherwise, the card's formatting may be destroyed, making it unusable. • Do not insert or remove the SmartMedia or CompactFlash card during printing.
  • Page 49 • Do not disconnect the AC adapter during printing, even if the optional rechargeable battery is loaded in the printer. Also do not connect the AC adapter during battery-powered printing operation. Otherwise, normal printing may be impossible. • Do not disconnect the AC adapter or remove the optional rechargeable battery during printing.

  • Page 50: Other Printing Functions

    Other Printing Functions Making split prints Before you begin printing, turn the printer ON. Making split prints of the same image You can select the same image for 2-split, 4-split, 9-split or 16-split planes and print them on single sheet of print paper.

  • Page 51: Index Print

    Other Printing Functions Press the NUMBER button to select the number of print copies display Select the desired number of print copies with the (+) or (-) button. Any number between 1 and 25 can be selected (see step 2 on page 28). Press the PRINT button.
  • Page 52 Select the last frame number (FRAME) by pressing the NUMBER button, then select the desired frame number where you want to start printing with the (+) or (-) button. (30 images including and located before the selected frame number or file name will be printed in reverse order.) <Frame No.

  • Page 53: Printing All Recorded Images In A Smartmedia Or Compactflash Card

    Printing all recorded images in a SmartMedia or CompactFlash card Note • In all-frame printing, all recorded images on the card will be printed in reverse order starting from the selected frame. Make sure that the last frame number is displayed as the starting frame number when printing all images.
  • Page 54 All-frame printing Press the NUMBER button to select the frame number display function (FRAME). Select the first frame number to be printed with the (+) or (-) button. All-frame printing starts from the selected frame number, and images are printed in reverse order.

  • Page 55: Printing Dpof-Reserved Images

    Printing DPOF-reserved images Other Printing Functions You can print all the images reserved for DPOF printing by the digital camera. Images can be printed as one full size image per sheet. However, note that certain digital cameras do not have the DPOF facility. For DPOF setting, refer to your digital camera's instruction manual.

  • Page 56: Printing The Date

    Notes • DPOF allows printing of images designated by Olympus digital cameras provided with the DPOF reservation facility. • When DPOF reservation is used, only sharpness can be adjusted with this printer. • If trimming is specified in the DPOF reservation, printing may take longer.
  • Page 57 Other Printing Functions Before you begin: Turn the printer ON. For standard printing of selected images on the card, select the standard indicator on the control panel using the PRINT MODE button. For all-frame printing, select the ALL-frame indicator. For split printing, select the split print indicator. Select the image for printing.

  • Page 58: Adjusting The Sharpness

    Adjusting the sharpness Note • With some types of images, the contour may be excessively enhanced. Press the SHARPNESS button to select the degree of contour correction in prints. SHARPNESS button Every time you press the SHARPNESS button, the indicator changes in the order of NORMAL, SOFT and SHARP.

  • Page 59: For Your Information

    For Your Information Troubleshooting For Your Information Use the following measures to solve problems you may experience with your printer, and also read the Installa- tion Guide provided with the optional P-200 connec- tion kit. If the problem persists, contact you dealer. Cannot turn the printer ON.

  • Page 60: If Indicators Light Or Blink

    The control panel displays 000 when the card is inserted. There is no recognizable image data on the card. Check your camera's manual to confirm that its recording format is compatible with the printer (DCF/ EXIF). The error display (-E-) appears when the card is inserted. The card is not inserted correctly.

  • Page 61: If Print Paper Is Jammed

    For Your Information The ERROR, PAPER/RIBBON and PRINTING indicators blink. Paper is jammed. Remove jammed paper. (See below.) The ACCESS/CHARGE indicator blinks. The SmartMedia or CompactFlash card is being accessed. Wait a few minutes without removing the card. The ERROR indicator blinks. The cartridge compartment lid is open.
  • Page 62 If you open the cartridge compartment lid by mistake during printing: 1. Close the cartridge compartment lid to eject print paper automatically. 2. If the print paper is not ejected automatically, remove the paper feed cassette and remove the print paper projecting from the paper feed cassette compartment by hand.

  • Page 63: About The Ink Ribbon Cartridge And Print Paper

    Always use the ink ribbon cartridge and print paper specified by Olympus. They are available by ordering the following Olympus model number (as of October 2000). Print Pack, Standard Set: The standard set contains an ink ribbon cartridge and sheets of print paper.

  • Page 64: Specifications

    Approx. 2,097,000 colors Card operation time Approx. 7 seconds for 2,000,000- pixel class Approx. 11 seconds for 3,000,000- pixel class Under Olympus test conditions Printing time Approx. 90 seconds per sheet (excluding card operation time and data transmission time) Usable card SmartMedia 3 V (3.3 V), exclusive, 64 MB or less...

  • Page 65: Fcc Notice

    FCC notice For Your Information This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, may cause interference to radio and television recep- tion. It has been type tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable...

  • Page 66: Accessories

    Accessories (as of October 2000) Print pack (standard set, P-25N) Dedicated rechargeable battery (B-200NH) PC connection kit, parallel (C-P20P) PC connection kit, USB (C-P20U) Gadget bag for P-200 SmartMedia (8 MB/16 MB/32 MB/64 MB) For Your Information...

  • Page 67: Print Index

    "™" and "®" are not indicated in each case in this manual. © OLYMPUS OPTICAL CO., LTD. 2000. All rights reserved. No portion of this manual may be copied or reproduced by any means without the prior written permission of OLYMPUS.
  • Page 68 OLYMPUS AMERICA INC. Two Corporate Center Drive, Melville, NY 11747-3157, U.S.A. Tel. 631-844-5000 (Customer support) Tel. 1-888-553-4448 http://www.olympus.com OLYMPUS OPTICAL CO. (EUROPA) GMBH. (Premises/Goods delivery) Wendenstraße 14-16, 20097 Hamburg, Germany. Tel. 040-237730 (Letters) Postfach 10 49 08, 20034 Hamburg, Germany. http://www.olympus-europa.com...

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