Page 1: Table Of Contents
Chapter 1 - Introduction Chapter Overview PlateMaker 3 Printer ............... 1-3 About This Manual ................. 1-4 Manual Conventions ..............1-5 Printer Features ................1-6 Printer Configuration ..............1-7 Warranty and Product Registration ..........1-9 Other Helpful Documentation ............1-9 _________________________________________...
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Page 3: Platemaker 3 Printer
PlateMaker 3 Printer Fig. 1.1 PlateMaker 3 Printer The PlateMaker 3 (Fig. 1.1) provides a complete prepress solution for graphics professionals. It offers high resolution, true Adobe PostScript 3 output on up to 13 inches x 35.5 inches media. A proprietary process, using XANTÉ’s plate imaging technology and...
Page 4: About This Manual
About This Manual This user’s guide covers PlateMaker 3 installation, setup, and operation. Chapter 1 —Introduction summarizes this manual, PlateMaker 3 features, optional configurations, and the printer warranty. Chapter 2 — Installation covers printer setup and connection to Macintosh, PC, and Ethernet interfaces.
Page 5: Manual Conventions
Index — alphabetically lists major manual topics with their corresponding page numbers and some cross-references. The PlateMaker 3 Menu quick reference sheet illustrates the printer’s front panel menu structure and lists XANTÉ support. Manual Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual:...
Page 6: Printer Features
Printer Features The PlateMaker 3’s true Adobe PostScript 3 allows you to work from virtually any software or hardware environment. It features smooth shading, expanded font sets, international font support, and advanced page processing for fast, high quality imaging. PostScript typefaces work with the leading operating system including Windows (95, 98, and NT) and Macintosh OS.
Page 7: Printer Configuration
Simultaneously active serial, parallel, LocalTalk, and optional Ethernet interfaces allow Macintosh and PC computers to send files concurrently to the printer. You do not have to send software commands or manually set hardware switches to use a different interface. Standard features include mirror and negative printing. With an optional hard disk, you can spool multiple jobs and use XANTÉ’s Font Accelerator to increase printing performance of printer disk based fonts.
Page 8 Engine Speed: 10 ppm (letter/A4 output) Interfaces: Standard - LocalTalk, Serial, Parallel Optional - Ethernet Paper Sizes: From 3.94" x 5.83" (100 mm x 148 mm) to 13.00" x 35.5" (330 mm x 914 mm) Media Handling: Standard - Built-in Paper Feeder Standard - Multipurpose Feeder Optional - Up to Two Paper Feeders Standard Features:...
Page 9: Warranty And Product Registration
Warranty and Product Registration Chapter 9 contains your PlateMaker 3 warranty. Please return the warranty sheet included with your printer package to register your printer and to receive a free subscription to XANTÉ’s Accel-a- Writing newsletter. Our publication features articles on printing, new options, and tips for using your printer effectively.
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Page 149 Configure the Novell Server (NetWare 5.X)
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Page 165 Network Masks On a class C network 255.255.255.0 On a class B network 255.255.0.0 On a class A network 255.0.0.0 Broadcast Addresses On a class C network 192.9.200.255 On a class B network 192.9.255.255 On a class A network 192.255.255.255 Subnet Addresses...
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Page 199 Positive Film Technology (Density) Electrophotography (EP1, Toner Control) Electrophotography (EP2, Humidity Control) Note: Fuser Temperature Control...
Page 200 Negative Enhanced Imaging Technology (NEIT)
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Page 210 Enabling Tray Chaining PAPER OUT...
Page 213 Chapter 7 - Media Options Chapter Overview Introduction ..................7-3 Media Specifications ............... 7-3 Guidelines for Selecting and Storing Media ......7-3 Media Sizes ................7-4 Media Types ................7-6 Media Handling ................7-6 Media Path ................7-6 Media Sources ................7-7 Printing Double-Sided Copy ............
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Page 215: Introduction
Introduction This chapter describes selecting and using various media types and sizes and creating double-sided output. Media Specifications To ensure that your job prints correctly, always use appropriate media. Store and handle it carefully to prevent damage to the media and printer.
Page 216: Media Sizes
Physical page size is different from the imageable area. The portion of a physical page on which the printer can lay down toner is the imageable area. The following chart lists imageable areas produced by the XANTÉ PlateMaker 3 printer for standard media sizes. Media Sizes Imageable Areas Letter 8.50"...
Page 217: Printing On Custom Sized Media
Media Sizes Imageable Areas 13 x 35.5 13.00" x 35.50" 12.69" x 35.23" (330 mm x 901 mm) (322 mm x 895 mm) Com 10 4.13" x 9.50" 3.93" x 9.33" (105 mm x 241 mm) (100 mm x 237 mm) Monarch 3.88"...
Page 218: Media Types
Media Types Your printer supports paper, envelopes, film media, and direct plate materials with weights from 16 - 36 lb bond (60 - 135 g/m ). See “Media Sources” later in this chapter for the media source specifications. Chapter 8, “Printing with Various Media Types,” covers specifics for printing on plates, film, and envelopes.
Page 219: Media Sources
The paper is delivered into the output tray. Media Sources The PlateMaker 3 printer is equipped with a built-in paper cassette feeder and a multipurpose tray, which provide an input capacity of approximately 650 sheets of standard (20 lb bond/60 lb text weight;...
Page 220: Optional Paper Feeders
Print dialog box or the printer’s front panel. Multipurpose Feeder The PlateMaker 3 multipurpose feeders handle media sizes from 3.94" x 5.83" (100 mm x 148 mm) to 13.00" x 35.50" (330 mm x 902 mm) and media weights from 16 - 36 lb bond (60 - 135 g/m Use the multipurpose feeder extension to support larger media.
Page 221: Loading Media
Loading Media Select the cassette or the multipurpose feeder as the media source using the printer front panel Tray Select key or the Print dialog box in your application. Use tray chaining to pull paper from all cassettes and the multipurpose feeder as long as all sources are loaded with and configured for the same paper size.
Page 222: Printing Double-Sided Copy
Use the following guidelines and the procedure in “Tray Selection Options” in chapter 6 to use the tray chaining feature. • All selected media sources must contain the same size media. If the printer detects a different size media when it switches to a new tray, a PAPER OUT message appears.
Page 223 Chapter 8 - Printing with Various Media Types Chapter Overview Introduction ..................8-3 Computer-to-Film Printing ............. 8-3 Computer-to-Plate Printing ............. 8-4 Preparing the Plate for Press ............ 8-6 Envelope Printing ................8-7 _______________________ Printing with Various Media Types 8-1...
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Page 225: Introduction
Introduction This section covers computer-to-film, computer-to-plate, and envelope printing. It also lists Myriad film and Myriad 2 plate sizes. For additional information and troubleshooting procedures, see chapters 2 and 11. Computer-to-Film Printing With Positive Film Technology and XANTÉ’s optional patented NEIT, you can print directly to XANTÉ’s Myriad film to create an image for burning metal plates and silk screen emulsions, bypassing camera and darkroom steps.
Page 226: Computer-To-Plate Printing
13.00" x 35.50" (330 mm x 902 mm Computer-to-Plate Printing PlateMaker 3 provides computer-to-plate printing, eliminating many traditional print shop steps. You can create and format documents on your computer and print directly onto Myriad 2 plates using your printer.
Page 227 Myriad 2 plates are made from a durable, scratch-resistant polyester based material designed to resist excess scumming and inking on the printing blanket. Unlike disposable plates made of paper and other materials, these plates produce brilliant halftones up to 15,000 impressions under optimum conditions without an external fuser.
Page 228: Preparing The Plate For Press
• Do not fan plates. This causes static buildup which can cause jams. • Select the proper fusing temperature for the plate. See “Fuser Temperature Control” in chapter 6 for details. Preparing the Plate for Press To reduce toning, you may need to prepare plates for printing using XANTÉ...
Page 229: Envelope Printing
Myriad 2 Plate Myriad 2 Plate Part Number Size 200-100050 10.00" x 15.00" (254 mm x 381 mm) 200-100051 10.00" x 15.50" (254 mm x 393 mm) 200-100052 11.75" x 18.50" (298 mm x 469 mm) 200-100053 11.75" x 19.38" (298 mm x 492 mm) 200-100054 12.00"...
Page 230 • Feed envelopes print side up, short edge first. • Load envelopes flap open in the multipurpose feeder to provide the best print quality in the address area. Load envelopes flap closed in the envelope cassette. • Format envelopes in your application and run a plain paper test print to check flap alignment before running on more expensive envelope stock.
Page 231 Chapter 9 - Maintenance and Specifications Chapter Overview Introduction ..................9-3 Maintenance ..................9-3 Handling the Printer ..............9-3 Storing the Printer ..............9-4 Moving the Printer ..............9-4 Cleaning the Printer ................ 9-5 Fuser Assembly Cleaning ............9-5 Transfer Roller Cleaning ............9-7 Toner and Manual Feed Area Cleaning ........
Page 232 Notes 9-2 Maintenance and Specificationsbb ________________________...
Page 233: Introduction
Introduction Your PlateMaker 3 printer requires minimal maintenance. This chapter describes how to handle, store, move, and clean your printer and contains technical specifications and warranty information. Maintenance Proper care will extend your printer’s life. Use the guidelines in this section to maintain your printer in optimum working condition and to ensure the highest quality output.
Page 234: Storing The Printer
• Make sure the output tray does not overfill. Overfilling can block media as it comes out and cause a printer jam. • Check the power cord and plug monthly and replace immediately if you find damage. Storing the Printer Use the following procedure when storing the printer for an extended period.
Page 235: Cleaning The Printer
Remove media from the multipurpose feeder and close it. Then, close the top cover. See chapter 2 for instructions. Remove installed optional paper feeders (see chapter 10). Never move the printer with an optional paper feeder installed. Remove the toner cartridge following the steps in chapter 2. Never move the printer with the cartridge installed.
Page 236 Fig. 9.1 Fuser Assembly Loosen but do not remove the two thumb screws located on the right side of the printer. Lift up on the right side of the fuser assembly, using the orange tab. Pull the right side of the fuser toward you, while sliding the entire unit to the right.
Page 237: Transfer Roller Cleaning
Warning! Wear protective safety glasses when using compressed air. Caution: Do not pull out any wires while performing this step. Slide the left side of the fuser assembly under the metal bracket and lower into place. Tighten the two screws. Close the fuser cover assembly.
Page 238: Toner And Manual Feed Area Cleaning
Clean toner from the transfer roller with a soft bristle brush. Vacuum the area using a soft brush attachment or blow it with compressed air. Warning! Wear protective safety glasses when using compressed air. Caution: Do not pull out wires while performing this step. Lower the roller back into place with the gear end to the left.
Page 239: Exterior Cleaning
Remove any paper scraps and wipe off paper and toner dust with a dry clean cloth (fig. 9.3). Fig. 9.3 Toner and Manual Feed Area Cleaning Reassemble the printer and reconnect it to the power source. Exterior Cleaning Turn off your printer and disconnect it from the power source. Caution: Use only water or mild detergent for cleaning.
Page 240: Technical Specifications
Scale 75% Fig. 9.4 Exterior Cleaning Give the printer a few minutes to dry thoroughly. Then, reconnect the printer to the power source. Technical Specifications Type: Laser printer; NEC V4310 166 MHz processor Engine speed: 10 ppm power supply: 100/120 V version 100/120 VAC (90-132 V) 50/60 Hz (47-63 Hz);...
Page 241 Dimensions: (W) 22.82" (580 mm) (D) 23.68" (602 mm) with cassette (H) 16.24" (413 mm) with no options Weight: 73.3 lbs (33.2 kg) with cassette Environment: 50˚ to 90˚ Fahrenheit (10˚ to 32˚ Celsius) and 15% to 85% relative humidity without rapid changes;...
Page 242: Printer Memory Requirements
Printer Memory Requirements Memory requirements vary depending on print resolution and media size. Available memory is equal to the total RAM installed minus the amount of RAM disk enabled (see “RAM Disk” in chapter 6). Complex files, large files, or those with heavy graphics may require more than the standard memory to print.
Page 243: Limited Warranty
XANTÉ CORPORATION warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of ONE (1) YEAR from the date of original purchase of the PlateMaker 3 printer. In case of defect, XANTÉ CORPORATION will, at its option, repair or replace this product at no charge to you provided you return the product, freight prepaid, to us during the warranty period.
Page 244: Effect Of Consumables On Warranty
OF ALL OTHERS, ORAL OR WRITTEN, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. Effect of Consumables on Warranty We recommend you use only XANTÉ parts and consumables in your PlateMaker 3 printer. To order, call your preferred XANTÉ dealer or your XANTÉ Consumables Sales Representative at 800-540-7091 (US and Canada).
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Page 247: Printer Options
Introduction Printer Options Option Type of Installation Paper Handling Options...
Page 248: Paper Cassette Feeder
Paper Cassette Feeder Installing the Paper Cassette Feeder...
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Page 255 Common Specification for all Densities Supported Densities and Organizations Other Firmware Upgrades...
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Page 265 EARLY PAPER JAM E:FIFO E:FIXING ROLLER E:FUSER E:LASER E:MOTOR EXIT PAPER JAM FRONT COVER OPEN...
Page 266 FRONT PAPER JAM FULL STACK FUSER COVER OPEN HOLDING INITIALIZING LATE PAPER JAM LOW PAPER LOW TONER NO TONER CART OFFLINE PAPER JAM PAPER OUT...
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Page 290 Clearing a Toner Cartridge Area Jam Warning: Note: PRECAUTION - AVVERTENZA - CUIDADO - CAUTION - VORSICHT - SURFACE CHAUDE SUPERFICIE CALDA SUPERFICIE CALIENTE HOT SURFACE HEISSE FLACHE Caution:...
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