Astro Machine AstroJet M1C User manual

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Step 1
Remove Printer and
Accessories from packaging
Place Printer on a stable surface. Use
the Bubble Gauge mounted on the Print
Engine (or a small level) to make sure
the Printer is level.
Step 2
Remove Service Station Transport Tab and
Shipping Tape
1. Open Top Cover.
2. Open Print Engine Clamshell (2 latches).
CAUTION
HOLD ONTO BOTH LATCHES WHEN OPENING AND
CLOSING CLAMSHELL TO PREVENT DAMAGE.
DO NOT ALLOW CLAMSHELL TO DROP OR SLAM
CLOSED. A STOP LIMITS RAISING CLAMSHELL MORE
THAN 60°.
3. Remove
Transport Tab
Insert [A].
Step 3
Connect Power to Printer
1. Main Power Switch should be
turned OFF.
2. Power cord plugs into receptacle
[1]. (Located just below the power
switch.)
Connect Printer to Computer
USB cable from computer plugs into
the Printer’s USB port [3].
Network port [2].
Unwinder Interconnect port [4].
(Located just below the USB port.)
DO NOT CONNECT USB CABLE OR
NETWORK CABLE YET.
DO NOT TURN PRINTER POWER
SWITCH YET.
AstroJetTM M1C
Quick Start Guide

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Step 4
Print Driver Installation
Minimum System Requirements:
Operating System: Windows XP, Windows Vista,
Windows 7, Windows 8/8.1. Supports 32 and 64 bit
systems. (Must have administrative privileges on the
system.) NOTE: Win 8 and 8.1 will only work in
desktop mode. No Win 8 metro apps will be supported
(applications that work in a Win 8 only environment).
Microprocessor: Pentium II, 2 GHz minimum
(Pentium Dual Core, 2.5 GHz or better, is optimal).
System memory: 2 GB minimum; or as recommended
for your operating system.
Free hard disk space: At least 10 GB.
Browsers: Firefox recommended; Chrome, Safari, and
Opera also supported.
CD/DVD drive.
USB 2.0 port (ports will be identified as “USB2” or
“Enhanced” in the Device Manager).
Microsoft .Net Framework version 3.5 (for 32 bit
systems) or Microsoft .Net Framework version 4 (for 64
bit systems) must be installed. NOTE: Even if a higher
.NET Framework version installed; version 3.5 or 4
must also be installed, or Toolbox will not open.
IMPORTANT: Before installing Printer software,
temporarily disable all antivirus programs and
firewalls. In addition, you must be logged onto system
with full administrative privileges (admin rights).
1. Make sure Printer is
plugged in and turned
OFF. Disconnect USB
connection if plugged it
in. Install disk supplied
with Printer in your
CD/DVD drive.
2. Install Printer Software. Click “Install Printer
Software”to start.
3. License Agreement.
Check “I accept…” then click “Next>”.
4. Printer Connections. Click “Configure to print
using USB”. Then click “Next>”.
5. Installing Printer Software.

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6. Connect Device Now. Switch Printer ON and
connect USB cable. Don’t click on either
button. Software will finish installing.
7. Finished software installation.Do not check
“Print Test Page”as Printer is not set up yet.
You can check “Set this printer as the default
printer”at this time. To complete process, restart
computer. Click “Reboot”.
Step 5
Install Ink Tanks
Printer uses one Printhead Cartridge and five Ink Tanks
(two Black, one Cyan, one Magenta, and one Yellow).
1. Open Printer Toolbox. Go
to Start Menu, then open
Printer “Toolbox”. System
Status information is in
upper left corner of User
Interface window. Note that
Ink Level “CKMYK” boxes
are empty.
2. Click “Replace Ink Tanks”
on User Interface screen. Once “Confirm”
screen displays, it is safe to proceed.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT press “Continue” until
after you have installed Ink Tank(s) and
closed Ink Tank Latches.
3. Open Front Cover (hinged at bottom). Open
three Latches [A].
4. Remove Ink Tank(s) from packaging.

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5. Insert new Ink Tanks (label up) into appropriate
color slots [B]. Close three Ink Tank Latches.
INSTALLATION TIP: Make sure Ink Tanks
seat properly. Insert Tank into appropriate
Ink Station, then pull Ink Tank back about an
inch and push forward firmly to insure that
Ink Nozzles penetrate seals on Tanks.
6. Click “Continue” on
Confirm screen, then
“Refresh Ink Levels” on
User Interface screen. Ink
colors fill in as Ink Tanks
are installed. If ink colors do not fill in after a few
seconds, click “Replace Ink Tanks” again and
reinstall Ink Tank(s).
7. Close Front Cover.
WARNING!
INK IN INK TANKS MAY BE HARMFUL IF
SWALLOWED. KEEP NEW AND USED INK
TANKS OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
DISCARD EMPTY INK TANKS IMMEDIATELY.
Step 6
Install Printhead Cartridge
Handle Printhead Cartridge with extreme care to avoid
damage that could degrade print quality.
CAUTION
Use ESD protection when handling.
Hold Printhead Cartridge by handles
ONLY.
DO NOT touch ink couplings, nozzle
surface or electrical contacts.
DO NOT unpack Printhead Cartridge
until Printer is ready for installation.
Once unwrapped, delay in installing
Printhead can compromise print quality.
DO NOT place an unwrapped Printhead
on any surface before installing. Protect
Printhead from dust, fibers, dirt and
other contaminants at all times.
1. With Printer power ON, open Top Cover.
Printhead Latch [1] should be already opened.
NOTE: If Latch is closed, open using Printhead
Release buttons in Printer Toolbox.
Remove Cap Protectors on Ink Nozzles [2].
Open Latch fully to retract Ink Nozzles.
CAUTION
DO NOT PRY OR MANUALLY LIFT PRINTHEAD
COVER OR COVER MAY BREAK. ONLY OPEN
THE COVER USING THE PRINTHEAD RELEASE
COMMANDS IN THE PRINTER TOOLBOX.

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2. Carefully remove Printhead Cartridge from
foil packaging.
3. Carefully insert Cartridge into compartment at an
angle (as shown) [1], Once seated, gently tilt
Cartridge back until it snaps into position [2].
DO NOT FORCE Cartridge into position.
WARNING!
TO AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR SHORTING:
Before installing the Printhead, make sure
nozzles are hydrated and contacts are DRY!
4. Carefully insert Cartridge into compartment at an
angle (as shown) [1], Once seated, gently tilt
Cartridge back until it snaps into position [2].
DO NOT FORCE Cartridge into position.
WARNING!
TO AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR SHORTING:
Before installing the Printhead, make sure
nozzles are hydrated and contacts are DRY!
5. Open Print Engine Clamshell. Moisten
Printhead nozzles using distilled water and a
wet, lint-free cloth. Wipe end to end. (Gray strip
located below orange strip.) Close and latch
Print Engine Clamshell.
CAUTION
HOLD ONTO BOTH LATCHES WHEN OPENING
AND CLOSING PRINTHEAD CLAMSHELL TO
PREVENT DAMAGE.
DO NOT ALLOW CLAMSHELL TO DROP OR SLAM
CLOSED.
TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO INK LINES, A STOP
LIMITS RAISING CLAMSHELL MORE THAN 60°.

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6. Close Printhead Latch [1]. Printer will run and
prime ink into Printhead. This may take a few
minutes. Make sure ink is flowing through hoses.
7. When Printer stops processing and all fields in
System Status are black, Printer is ready for
use. Close Top Cover.
NOTE: Printer may take up to 12 minutes to set itself
up during initial startup. This is normal.
Step 7
For instructions on installing Accessories and Printer set-
up or operation, please refer to “AstroJet M1C Color
Label Printer Operator Manual”, included in CD
supplied with Printer.
© 2015 Astro Machine Corp. 03/09/2015
AstroJet M1-C Quick Start Guide Rev. F
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