Duplo DUPRINTER DP-440 User manual

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Instruction Manual
DP-440/430
Ver.2
Correct operation and periodic maintenance are
essential for ensuring safe use of this machine.
Thoroughly read this manual before using this
machine.
DUPLO CORPORATION

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PLEASE NOTE
In the interest of upgrading our products, specifications and other data given in this manual are subject to
change without notice. If the manual contains anything that you do not understand, contact the manufac-
turer for clarification.
Thank you for your purchase of the Duprinter DP-440/430.
To ensure safe and efficient prolonged use of this machine, read and thoroughly understand this manual before
using this machine. After using this manual, be sure to keep it in a place to handy reference.
Introduction

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The following is a quick reference to the functions of the DP-440/430 printer.
Function Quick Reference
Enlargement/Reduction ........ (aP.39)
This function copies a document on one standard paper size to another larger or smaller standard paper size.
94% Reductio .........(aP.48)
This function slightly reduces the size of a document when printing to the same standard paper size as the docu-
ment.
Auto Zoom .........(aP.49)
This function automatically sets the zoom ratio according to the size of the document and the selected print paper
size.
Free Zoom .........(aP.52)
This function enlarges or reduces a document in 1% steps between 50% and 500%.
A4 Document A3 Printout
B5 Printout
A4 Document A4 Printout
(94%)
B4 Document A4 Printout
(81%)
Document
Printout

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Screen1 Screen2
ABCDEFGHIJKLM
ABCDEFGHIJKLNOPQRST
UVWXYZ
abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz
ABCDEFGHIJKLNOPQRST
UVWXYZ
abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz
ABCDEFGHIJKLNOPQRST
UVWXYZ
abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz
ABCDEFGHIJKLNOPQRST
UVWXYZ
abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz
ABCDEFGHIJKLNOPQRST
UVWXYZ
ABCDEFGHIJKLM
ABCDEFGHIJKLNOPQRST
UVWXYZ
abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz
ABCDEFGHIJKLNOPQRST
UVWXYZ
Text/Fine lettering
Photograph/Fine lettering
With Photo Dark Without Photo Dar
k
Document
Printout
Document
Printout
With shadow eraser
Without shadow eraser
Center shadow eraser Center & outline
shadow eraser
Outline shadow eraser
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ABCDEFGHIJKLNO
PQRSTUVWXYZ
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PQRSTUVWXYZ
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Text Text/Photograph Photograph
Function Quick Reference
Text/Photograph/Text and Photograph Mode ......... (aP.57)
This function selects the optimum print quality to match the document.
FineText/Screen Mode ........ (aP.59)
This function processes non-screened photographs.
Photo Dark Mode ........ (aP.60)
This function enhances the dark portions of photographs.
Book Shadow Eraser Mode .........(aP.61)
This function erases the shadows on the center or edges of book or other folded documents when printing the open
spread.

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Function Quick Reference
2 images
4 images
8 images
16 images
Document
Documents
Printout
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Documents 1st set
5 copies x 2 sets 2nd set 3 copies x 4 sets 3rd set 2 copies x 5 sets
Multiple Printing ........ (aP.63)
This function prints multiple images of a document on one page.
2-in-1 Layout available only with ADF installed .........(aP.65)
This function prints two different documents on one page.
Batch Printing ......... (aP.72)
This function prints the specified number of sets of copies in each set.

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Function Quick Reference
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Documents Sorted prints
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Documents Grouped copies
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Documents 1st document
5 copies x 2 sets 2nd document 3 copies x 4 sets 3rd document 2 copies x 5 sets
Sequental Batch Printing ......... (aP.75)
This function changes the number of prints made from each document.
Sort Mode available only with sorter installed .........(aP.80)
This function collates the copies in separate bins.
Group Mode available only with sorter installed .........(aP.82)
This function separates the copies according to the document when two or more copies are made from multiple
documents.
Non-Sort Mode ......... (aP.81)
This function ejects all copies into the non-sort bin.

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Introduction......................................................................................................................... 1
Function Quick Reference ................................................................................................. 2
Notes on Safety (Please Read and Observe) ................................................................... 9
Safety Precautions ............................................................................................... 9
Warning Sticker ........................................................................................................ 12
Positioning the Machine ........................................................................................... 13
Maintenance............................................................................................................. 14
Printing and Duplicating Cautions ............................................................................ 15
Chapter 1 Before Using This Machine
System Setup.................................................................................................................... 18
Part Names and Their Functions .................................................................................... 19
Printer Appearance................................................................................................... 19
Control Panel............................................................................................................ 22
LCD Panel ................................................................................................................ 24
Keys Inside Panel Cover .......................................................................................... 24
Turning Power ON/OFF .................................................................................................... 25
Turning ON Printer Power......................................................................................... 25
Turning OFF Printer Power....................................................................................... 26
Standard Mode......................................................................................................... 26
Key Card Counter [Available only with Key Card Counter installed]......................... 27
Document/Printing Paper Specification ......................................................................... 28
Acceptable Documents ............................................................................................ 28
Acceptable Printing Paper ........................................................................................ 28
How Platemaking and Printing is Performed ................................................................. 29
Platemaking.............................................................................................................. 29
Printing ..................................................................................................................... 29
Chapter 2 Printing Using Basic Functions
Basic Printmaking ............................................................................................................ 32
Loading and Replacing Paper ......................................................................................... 35
Loading Documents ......................................................................................................... 36
Positioning the Document ........................................................................................ 36
Loading Document on Document Glass Plate ......................................................... 37
Loading Document in ADF [Available only when ADF is installed]........................... 38
Enlarging/Reducing from Standard-Size Document to Standard-Size Paper............. 39
Selecting Printing Paper Size.......................................................................................... 41
Print Output....................................................................................................................... 43
Output to Print Tray................................................................................................... 43
Truing up Printed Pages ........................................................................................... 44
Output to Sorter [Available only when sorter is installed] ......................................... 45
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Chapter 3 Printing With Various Function
Enlargement and Reduction............................................................................................ 48
94% Reduction ......................................................................................................... 48
Auto Zoom................................................................................................................ 49
Free Zoom ................................................................................................................ 52
Adjusting Darkness.......................................................................................................... 54
Adjusting Plate Darkness ......................................................................................... 54
Adjusting Contrast .................................................................................................... 55
Adjusting Print Darkness.......................................................................................... 56
Printing Photographs and Color Documents ................................................................ 57
Text/Photograph/Text and Photograph Mode ........................................................... 57
Fine Text/Screen Mode............................................................................................. 59
Photo Dark Mode ..................................................................................................... 60
Book Shadow Eraser Mode ............................................................................................. 61
Multiple Printing on One Page......................................................................................... 63
Multiple Printing........................................................................................................ 63
2-in-1 Layout[Available only with ADF installed]....................................................... 65
Saving/Retrieving Settings .............................................................................................. 67
Saving Settings ........................................................................................................ 67
Retrieving Settings ................................................................................................... 69
Batch Printing ................................................................................................................... 72
Batch Printing ........................................................................................................... 72
Sequental Batch Printing (changing print quantity per document) ........................... 75
Dividing Sections with Tape [Available only with Tape Cluster Device]..................... 78
Collating Prints [Available only with Sorter Installed] .................................................. 80
Sort Mode................................................................................................................. 80
Non-Sort Mode ......................................................................................................... 81
Group Mode ............................................................................................................. 82
Chapter 4 Miscellaneous Functions
Confidential Safeguard Function .................................................................................... 86
Total Counter Display Function....................................................................................... 87
Print Speed Adjustment Function................................................................................... 88
Printing Position Adjustment Function .......................................................................... 89
Position Adjustment.................................................................................................. 89
Position Reset .......................................................................................................... 90
Edit Functions................................................................................................................... 91
Special Functions............................................................................................................. 92
Fine Start “Startup Time Setting”.............................................................................. 92
Fine Start “Operation at Next Platemaking”.............................................................. 94
Auto Clear ................................................................................................................ 96
Preprint..................................................................................................................... 97
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Contents
Batch Print Mode...................................................................................................... 99
Auto Power Off ....................................................................................................... 100
Auto LCD Off .......................................................................................................... 102
Long Mode [Available Only With Long Paper] ........................................................ 103
Ink Circulation......................................................................................................... 105
Tape Cluster Mode [Available OnlyWith Tape Cluster Unit] ................................... 106
Double Feed Detection........................................................................................... 108
Drum Size Mode [Available Only With A3/A4 Drum] .............................................. 109
User Setting Functions .................................................................................................. 111
Initial Setting Mode................................................................................................. 111
Optimize Print Mode............................................................................................... 112
Document Memory Mode ....................................................................................... 113
Document Density Detection.................................................................................. 114
Feed Heavy Weight Paper...................................................................................... 115
Current Setting Functions ............................................................................................. 117
On-Line Print Function [Available Only With Interface Kit Installed]......................... 118
Chapter 5 Replacing Consumables
Replacing the Ink Pack................................................................................................... 122
Replacing the Master Roll.............................................................................................. 124
How to Dispose of Used Master.................................................................................... 127
Replacing the Drum Unit................................................................................................ 129
Removing the Drum Unit ........................................................................................ 129
Installing the Drum Unit .......................................................................................... 130
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting
Power Does NotTurn ON ............................................................................................... 134
Platemaking/Printing is Not Possible ........................................................................... 135
Error Messages............................................................................................................... 136
Supplying or Changing Paper While Printing .............................................................. 138
If Paper Runs Out During Printing.......................................................................... 138
Adding Paper While Printing................................................................................... 138
Changing Paper Selection...................................................................................... 139
Paper Jams ..................................................................................................................... 141
When “PAPER JAM ON THE FEEDER SIDE” is displayed (Feed Tray Side)........................ 141
When “PAPER JAM ON THE EJECTION SIDE” is displayed (Print Tray Side) ..................... 142
When“PLATE EJECTION ERROR”is Displayed ......................................................... 145
When“MASTER SETTING ERROR”is Displayed ........................................................ 148
Chapter 7 Specifications and Maintenance
Specifications ................................................................................................................. 150

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Notes on Safety (Please Read and Observe)
Safety Precautions
Various symbols and pictures are used in this manual and on the stickers affixed to the machine. These symbols and
pictures provide warnings and instructions to prevent danger to you or other personnel, and to prevent damage to office
property. The meanings of these symbols and pictures are explained below.
WARNING Indicates a high degree of potential danger. If the warning is ignored, death or serious
injury may result.
CAUTION Indicates a medium degree of potential danger. If the caution is ignored, medium injury or
damage to property may result.
[Examples of Pictorial Symbols]
A circle with a line through it indicates a prohibited action. The particular act prohib-
ited is indicated by a picture inside the circle. (In the example shown here, the prohibited
act is disassembly.)
A black disc indicates an instruction, or sometimes a prohibited action. The instruction
itself is indicated by pictorial symbols drawn in white on the disc. (In the example shown
here, the instruction is “Remove the plug from the outlet.”)
•These are particularly important safety points and should always be observed.
WARNING
If the machine is used after foreign matter (metal fragments, water, or liquid) has entered the
machine, this may result in fire or electric shock.
•Turn the main unit’s power switch OFF, and then remove the power plug from the outlet. Contact
the sales distributor.
If the machine is used after heat, smoke, strange smell, or other abnormality is detected, this may
result in fire or electric shock.
•Turn the main unit’s power switch OFF, and then remove the power plug from the outlet. Contact
the sales distributor.
Use only the power cord that is provided among the accessories.

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Notes on Safety (Please Read and Observe)
WARNING
Do not modify the machine.
• Doing so may result in fire or electric shock.
Do not remove the rear lid, cabinet, or covers from the machine.
• The inside of the machine contains high-voltage parts, which may cause electric shock.
Do not remove or insert the power plug with wet hands.
•Doing so may result in electric shock.
Do not damage, break, or modify the power cord.
•Do not place heavy objects on, tug, or unnecessarily bend the power cord. Doing so may result in
fire or electric shock.
Do not insert or drop metal, flammable material, or other matter through the ventilation holes into
the machine interior.
• Doing so may result in fire or electric shock.
Do not place flower vases, flowerpots, cups, or water containers (including metal containers) on top
of the machine.
• Fire or electric shock may result if liquid spills inside the machine.
Do not use a source voltage other than that specified. Do not connect two or more loads to a single
outlet.
• Doing so may result in fire or electric shock.
Do not place the machine in a humid or dusty area.
• Doing so may result in fire or electric shock.

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Notes on Safety (Please Read and Observe)
CAUTION
Before moving the machine, remove the power plug from the outlet.
•If the cord is damaged, this may result in fire or electric shock.
Remove the power plug itself, not the cord.
•Tugging the cord may damage it (expose conductors, or cause disconnections, etc.), resulting in
fire or electric shock.
Do not place the machine in an unstable position, such as on an unsteady support or sloping area.
•If the machine is dropped or falls over, this could result in personal injury.
Once the machine is in position, secure in place using the casters.
•If the machine falls over, this could result in personal injury.

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Notes on Safety (Please Read and Observe)
Warning Sticker
Keep the WARNING stickers clean at all times. If stickers become damaged or come off, replace them with new ones.
No. Parts No. Name Q’ty
)L1-T3060 Warning Sticker 1 1
*L5-T3020 Warning Sticker 2 1
)
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L1-T3060 WARNING
● Do not remove this cover. The inside of the printer contains movable cutting instruments,
contact with which could result in injury.
L5-T3020
Do NOT touch the drum or rollers
when you operate the jog switch.
Do NOT put hands Inside
machine while it is operatung.
Hands could get caught up
or crushed.
WARNING

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Positioning the Machine
Installing the machine on a flat, stable surface.
Avoid installing the machine in a dusty area.
Avoid installing the machine in the direct sunlight or heat,
such as near a stove. Ink may deteriorate and may cause
bad prints, while the machine may indicate errors due to
overheating caused by sunlight. Also avoid hot, cold, or
humid areas since paper may absorb moisture, causing
paper jams or wrinkles.
Notes on Safety (Please Read and Observe)

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Maintenance
Clean the exterior of the machine as described below.
Tightly wring a soft cloth that has been moistened with
water or neutral detergent, and wipe dirt from the ma-
chine’s surface.
Never use alcohol or organic solvents. Doing so may
discolor or damage the machine exterior.
Dust and clean the machine at least once a week to avoid
breakdowns.
Before cleaning, turn the power switch OFF, and then
remove the power plug from the outlet
To clean the reader glass, use a dry, soft cloth and lightly
wipe off any dirt.
WARNING
• Before cleaning, remove the power plug from the outlet.
Doing so may result in fire or electric shock.
• Prevent water and neutral cleansers from getting inside the machine. If liquids spill inside the ma-
chine, contact your agent immediately. Using the machine with water spilled inside may result in fire or
electric shock.
Notes on Safety (Please Read and Observe)

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Notes on Safety (Please Read and Observe)
Printing and Duplicating Cautions
There are restrictions on what you may print on this printer. Please be aware that there are some printed materials that
are illegal even to possess.
1. Printed Matter Banned by Law
•Paper money, currency, government bonds and national and local bonds cannot be duplicated, even if they are
stamped with the “sample” seal.
•Paper money, currency and bonds, etc. that are valid in a foreign country cannot be duplicated.
•Unused postage stamps and postcards cannot be duplicated without government consent.
• Government-issued papers pertaining to stamps, liquor and sales tax laws cannot be duplicated.
2. Printed Matter that Require Caution
•Printed-issued securities (stocks, bills and checks, etc.), passes and tickets require caution in duplicating unless a
business is duplicating them for required number for their own business needs.
•Government-issued passports, public- and private-issued driver’s licenses, permits, IDs, passes, food stamps, etc.
require caution in duplicating.
3. Copyrighted Materials
Books, music, artwork, prints, maps, diagrams, movies, photography, etc. are banned from duplicating outside the
limits of private home use and their related non-sale usage.

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Before Using This Machine
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Chapter 1
Before Using This Machine
This chapter contains essential information such as the names of the machine parts, the
names and functions of keys, etc., on the control panel, and the sizes of documents and
printing papers that you can use. Please be sure to read this chapter carefully before
attempting to use the printer.
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System Setup ..................................................................................................... 18
Part Names and Their Functions...................................................................... 19
Printer Appearance ...................................................................................... 19
Control Panel ............................................................................................... 22
LCD Panel ................................................................................................... 24
Keys Inside Panel Cover ............................................................................. 24
Turning Power ON/OFF...................................................................................... 25
Turning ON Printer Power ............................................................................ 25
Turning OFF Printer Power .......................................................................... 26
Standard Mode ............................................................................................ 26
Key Card Counter [Available only with Key Card Counter installed] ............ 27
Document/Printing Paper Specification .......................................................... 28
Acceptable Documents................................................................................ 28
Acceptable Printing Paper ........................................................................... 28
How Platemaking and Printing is Performed .................................................. 29
Platemaking ................................................................................................. 29
Printing......................................................................................................... 29
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ADF
Duplo Direct Print System
Tape cluster
Key card counter
Drum unit : Option
Documents prepared on a
personal computer can be
printed on this machine.
Sorter
Exclusive machine base
Personal computer
System Setup
The machine and its optional equipment are set up as follows:

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Part Names and Their Functions
Printer Appearance
No. Name Function
ADocument cover Keeps the document in contact with the document glass plate.
BConnector Connector for connecting to a personal computer.
CLever Lock the scanner of the printer.
DFeed pressure adjuster lever Use to adjust the paper feed pressure.
ESide guides Slide to match the width of the paper.
FFeed tray Load paper in this tray.
GSupport tray Pull out when using paper sizes.
HCabinet (option) Place the printer on this stand.
ICastor locks Lock the cabinet in position on the floor. Always lock the castor
locks when installing the printer.
JPower switch Press to switch the power on and off.
KFront cover Open this cover to replace the ink pack, drum unit and master roll.
LFeed tray descend switch Press to lower the feed tray.
MPanel cover Open to operate the keys inside the panel.
NControl panel Displays operations and statuses, and sets functions.
ODocument Glass Plate The document is placed on this glass.
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