APH PixBlaster 1-08070-00 User manual

Congratulations on purchasing an APH PixBlaster™ braille and
tactile graphics embosser! This quick-start guide introduces you
to basic information regarding setup and rst use of your new
embosser. For more information on usage, refer to the PixBlaster
and PIXie User Guides (included on the PixBlaster USB ash drive)
or watch the training videos on the PixBlaster webpage: https://
www.aph.org/product/pixblaster/.
In the Box
• PixBlaster embosser • PIXie box (for wireless
connectivity)
• PIXie power adapter • Speaker and USB-A to
Mini-B power cord (in a
separate box)
PixBlaster TM
Quick-Start Guide

Setup Instructions
1. Remove the PixBlaster embosser from the package, and
inspect for damage. Keep packaging material for reshipping
purposes. Remove the blue tape that holds the top lid on the
embosser.
• USB-A to USB-B printer
cable
• PixBlaster USB ash drive
(includes driver, PixBlaster
and PIXie User Guides, and
software)
• PIXie USB ash drive
(includes PIXie reset le)
Important: Be sure to save the
packaging materials and box.
If any damage occurred during
shipping, the packaging is required
to settle the insurance claim. The
packaging materials are also required
to ship the embosser for service.
• Print and braille versions of
the Quick-Start Guide
• Hardcopy tactile graphic/
braille samples

3. Connect the PixBlaster
embosser to your computer
using the provided USB
printer cable.
4. Connect the power cable to
the embosser and plug it
into a grounded outlet.
Note: To connect wirelessly via your PIXie box, refer to the PIXie
User Guide.
1. Disconnect tractor-feed
modules and slide them
apart.
2. Load paper. (Refer to the
PixBlaster User Guide for
individual steps.)
2. Before you plug in the embosser, unscrew the shipping
bolt from the back of the embosser, and store it in the plastic
retaining loops on the inside frame.
First-Use Instructions

Packing Instructions
Before packing up the embosser for shipping, please make sure to
reinstall the shipping bolt.
1. Unplug the embosser.
2. Insert the shipping bolt. You may need to tilt the embosser
gently to the side with the buttons until you hear a sliding
sound to allow complete insertion of the shipping bolt.
3. Screw and tighten the shipping bolt securely.
4. Replace tape to hold the lid on the embosser.
5. Reinsert into the original plastic bag and add the side-specic
foam end caps to the embosser.
6. Insert into the shipping box.
PixBlaster
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502-895-2405
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3. Connect the speaker to the
PixBlaster embosser.
4. Turn the embosser switch
to ON.
5. Insert the PixBlaster USB
ash drive into a computer,
and follow instructions
provided on the screen to
nish setup.