MicroBoards Technology G3 Auto User Manual
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Page 1: Users Manual
G3 Auto Printer ® For Microsoft Windows 7, Vista, and XP Users Manual Microboards Technology LLC Version 2.0... - Page 2 • Introduction...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Alignment ........................12 G3 Toolbox......................... 12 Print Test Disc ......................... 12 Exercise Belt ........................12 Cleaning .......................... 12 Using the G3 Auto Printer ....................13 Loading Discs........................13 SureThing Disc Labeler....................13 Creating New Labels ....................13 Printing Labels......................13 Printing Preferences...................... - Page 4 • Introduction...
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Page 5: Introduction
G3 AUTO PRINTER Introduction The Microboards G3 Auto Printer is a CD, DVD, and BD auto-loading disc printer with a 50 disc capacity. Microboards and HP co-developed the printer technology, allowing up to 4800 x 1200 dpi printing. SureThing Disc Labeler is packaged with the G3 Auto Printer, providing you with an easy tool for designing and printing your labels. -
Page 6: System Requirements
System Requirements The Microboards G3 Auto Printer has the following minimum requirements and compatibilities: Operating System Microsoft Windows XP with SP2, Windows Vista, or Windows 7. 32- and 64-bit Operating Systems. Processor Pentium 4 (or equivalent) CPU, running at 3.0 GHz or faster. -
Page 7: Installing Ink Cartridges
Installing Ink Cartridges Supported Ink Cartridges The G3 Auto Printer uses a single color ink cartridge. The part number for this cartridge is GX- 300HC. If other cartridges are installed, the G3 Auto Printer will not function. These cartridges are available from any Microboards reseller. -
Page 8: Loading Discs
Loading Discs The next step is to load your G3 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: G3 Auto Printer Installation
The following installation sections are intended only as a reference for the installation process, not as a guide to installing the G3 Auto Printer. Performing the installation out of order could result in an unsuccessful installation. -
Page 10: Windows Xp Hardware Installation
Insert the Microboards G3 Auto Printer CD into a drive in your computer. Follow the instructions provided by the Installer. Connect the G3 Auto Printer to the PC only when you are prompted to. Once the G3 Auto Printer is connected, the operating system will next display the following screen unless you are using the Installer: 1. - Page 11 MICROBOARDS TECHNOLOGY, LLC G3 AUTO PRINTER 10. Click Next. 7. Click Continue Anyway. 8. Click Finish for the next screen. 11. Click Continue Anyway. 9. Select No, not this time and click Next. 12. Click Finish.
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Page 12: Setting Printer Alignment
Setting Printer Alignment Alignment The G3 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. Follow these steps if alignment modification is needed: •... -
Page 13: Using The G3 Auto Printer
Figure 2 SureThing Disc Labeler SureThing Disc Labeler is included with the G3 Auto Printer and will be installed during the G3 Installation. For more information on using SureThing, please refer to the SureThing Help menu. Creating New Labels Any label you create in SureThing must use the Microboards template to print correctly. -
Page 14: Printing Preferences
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 G Series icon, then select Printing Preferences. There are 7 tabs across the top of the window. Click each tab to see the available settings. -
Page 15: Advanced Tab
To avoid excessive ink buildup, these values should never be set so that the G3 Auto Printer is printing off the media. The Parameter Unit should remain on the 0.1mm setting for maximum precision. -
Page 16: Ink Tab
Ink Tab The Ink Levels show how much remains of all 3 colors, Cyan, Magenta and Yellow. NOTE: If you place a used cartridge Auto Printer, the ink level may not be reported correctly. If the G3 can identify the cartridge, it may report the correct ink levels;... -
Page 17: Print Quality Tab
MICROBOARDS TECHNOLOGY, LLC G3 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 18: Manual Software Re-Installation
This section will only apply to a manual re-installation of the SureThing software package. If you have not yet installed the G3 Auto Printer using the Installer, it is recommended that you do so. There are 3 methods of reinstalling SureThing should the need arise: A. -
Page 19: 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 G3 Auto Printer. Remove any discs found on the belts. Close the cover. -
Page 20: Printing Specifications
Please have the Model and Serial Number of your G3 Auto Printer available when contacting Technical Support. Any unauthorized modification to this equipment may result in the revocation by the FCC of the user’s authority to operate this equipment. - Page 21 MICROBOARDS TECHNOLOGY, LLC G3 AUTO PRINTER...
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