Graphic Products echo User manual

LARGE FORMAT PRINTER & ENLARGER
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Contents
Introduction............................................................................................................1
Copyright ................................................................................................................2
Warranty .................................................................................................................3
Safety Warnings.....................................................................................................5
1. Getting to Know Echo .......................................................................................7
1.1 Positioning .................................................................................................... 8
1.2 Parts and Terms........................................................................................... 8
2. Setup Instructions.......................................................................................... 12
2.1 Normal Setup .............................................................................................12
2.2 Optional – Using an SD Memory Card......................................................14
2.3 Optional – Preparing for PC Printing ........................................................14
3. Operating Instructions................................................................................... 16
3.1 Printing from a Scanned Document .........................................................16
3.2 Printing from the Poster Gallery................................................................17
3.3 Printing from a PC ......................................................................................18
4. Menu Options ................................................................................................. 20
4.1 Main Menu Options....................................................................................20
4.2 Advanced Options ......................................................................................23
4.3 Setup Options.............................................................................................28
5. Echo Software ................................................................................................ 32
5.1 Echo’s Driver and Printing Preferences....................................................32
5.2 Echo Canvas............................................................................................... 33
5.3 Word Plug-in for Echo ................................................................................33
6. Echo Poster Catcher ...................................................................................... 34
6.1 Installing the Poster Catcher.....................................................................34
6.2 Using the Poster Catcher...........................................................................34
7. Maintenance and Troubleshooting............................................................... 35
7.1 Cleaning Your Echo ....................................................................................35
7.2 Troubleshooting..........................................................................................35
8. Glossary........................................................................................................... 39
9. Certifications .................................................................................................. 41
9.1 FCC Compliance .........................................................................................41
9.2 US, Canadian and European EMC and EMI standards........................... 41
9.3 TUV Compliance .........................................................................................42
9.4 Printer Disposal/Recycling ........................................................................42

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INTRODUCTION
Introduction
Congratulations! Now that you have your Echo large format printer and enlarger,
you’ll be creating posters in no time.
In addition to helping you set up and use Echo, this User Guide will serve as a
reference document for maintaining the system, and for using its more advanced
features.
If you need supplies, or have questions about Echo, give us a call at 800.788.5572
(or, internationally, at 1.503.644.5572) and we’ll be happy to help.

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COPYRIGHT
Copyright
This manual is copyrighted with all rights reserved. No portion may be copied or
reproduced by any means without the prior consent of Graphic Products, Inc.
While every precaution has been taken in preparation of this document, Graphic
Products, Inc. assumes no liability to any party for any loss or damage caused by
errors or omissions or by statements resulting from negligence, accident or any
other cause. Graphic Products, Inc. further assumes no liability for incidental or
consequential damages arising from the use of this document. Graphic Products,
Inc. disclaims all warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
Graphic Products, Inc. reserves the right to make changes without further notice to
any product or system herein to improve reliability, function or design.
Reproduction of this material, in part or whole, is strictly prohibited without the
written permission of Graphic Products, Inc.

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WARRANTY
Warranty
Graphic Products’ printers are warrantied to be free from defects in materials or
workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase. Within this period,
Graphic Products, Inc. will, at its sole option, repair or replace any components
which fail in normal use. Such repairs or replacement will be made at no charge to
the purchaser for parts or labor, provided that the purchaser shall be responsible
for any transportation cost. This warranty does not cover loss, damages from
accident, equipment or parts which have been misused, altered, neglected,
carelessly handled, or used for purposes other than those for which the printer was
manufactured, or damages resulting from unauthorized service.
Repairs have a 90 day warranty, or will be covered under the original warranty
duration, whichever is longer.
The warranties and remedies contained herein are exclusive and in lieu of all other
warranties whether express, implied, or statutory, including any liability arising under
any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, statutory or
otherwise.
This warranty gives the purchaser specific legal rights, which may vary from state
to state. In no event shall Graphic Products be liable for any incidental, special,
indirect, or consequential damages, whether resulting from the use, misuse, or
inability to use the product for any reason including defect. Some states do not allow
the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation may
not apply in all areas.
Graphic Products retains the exclusive right within all warranty periods to repair,
replace the product or offer a full refund of the purchase price at its sole discretion.
Such remedy shall be the purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy for any breach of
warranty.
General maintenance and cleaning of the printer is the purchaser’s responsibility
and is not covered by the warranty. Expendable items or parts such as paper
supplies are not covered by this warranty.
NOTE: Some printers require specic preparation before shipping. Please contact
your Graphic Products representatives to ensure correct return procedure: call
800.788.5572 or visit GraphicProducts.com. Graphic Products, Inc. shall not be
responsible for any loss or damages incurred during shipping.

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WARRANTY
To prevent damage to Echo and to avoid nullifying the Echo warranty, please follow
these rules:
• Only use official Graphic Products paper supplies in Echo.
• Read all instructions and rules in this manual completely.
If something seems to be wrong with Echo, refer to section 7, Maintenance and
Troubleshooting. If your problem is not resolved by following the recommended
steps, please contact Graphic Products for assistance.

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SAFETY WARNINGS
Safety Warnings
Please review the following safety instructions before using Echo.
• Echo is intended for indoor use only. Keep the printer away from humidity and
prolonged exposure to direct sunlight.
• Echo is designed for use at normal room temperatures of 50-105°F (10-40°C),
and at a maximum altitude of approximately 6500 feet (2000 meters) above
sea level.
• Check the power source voltage before connecting the printer to a power outlet.
Echo is designed for use with standard, grounded 110-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz
power outlets. Typical current consumption for Echo is 2.2 A.
• Only use the approved power cord with Echo. If a replacement cord is needed,
please contact Graphic Products for support at 800.788.5572.
• Before plugging the power cord into Echo, make sure the On/Off switch is set to
Off.
• Do not allow liquids or metals to contact any of Echo’s internal parts. For
ordinary cleaning, follow the instructions included in this guide.
• Only qualified service personnel should attempt to perform maintenance on the
printer.
• The printer must be turned off before any type of maintenance work is done.
• Echo may build a small static charge in static-sensitive environments. Do not
operate Echo near flammable materials.
• The power outlet should be near the printer and easily accessible for quick
power disconnection. Unplug the printer from the wall socket to completely
disconnect power.
• Power off and unplug Echo if:
◦Echo makes an unusual noise.
◦Liquids or metals are inserted into the system.
◦There is an electrical storm or power failure.
◦There is smoke or an unusual smell coming from Echo.
NOTE: Changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
WARNING: Do not place your ngers near the cutting blades. If you must clear a
paper jam, turn the printer off rst, and use a tool, such as a pencil, to remove
the jammed paper. Do not use your ngers.

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SAFETY WARNINGS
The cutting blade is located on the inside of the printing unit. The cutting blade is
sharp and may cycle automatically after a poster is printed. If Echo is powered off
while the cutter is moving, it may stop before returning to its home position on the
far right. Do not move the cutter by hand; instead, turn the system on and allow the
blade to move automatically. Do not attempt to load supply paper when the cutter is
not in its home position.
Under normal operating conditions, the blade poses no harm to a user. Echo's cutter
mechanism is equipped with an over-torque circuit that is meant to shut off the
cutter if too much resistance is sensed; however, the blade still has the potential to
cause injury if misused.
We recommend the use of the surge suppressor that is provided with Echo. It will
help protect Echo from possible damage during nearby lighting storms. It should be
installed between the AC wall outlet and the AC input to the device.

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GETTING TO KNOW ECHO
1. Getting to Know Echo
Echo is a Thermal Printer, meaning that it uses heat to activate ink that is included
in its special supply paper. You will never need to change an ink cartridge in this
system! Echo is a versatile device, and allows you to print large posters from several
different sources:
• Enlarge an existing document or picture, using the built-in scanner.
• Print from Echo’s Gallery of saved posters.
• Print from a computer, either using a USB cord or across a network.
Echo is larger than most desktop printers, and weighs about 57 pounds (about 25
kg). We recommend that you have two people work together to unpack and position
the system, one person at each end.
In Echo’s box, you will find the following materials:
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1Echo Large Format Printer & Enlarger
2 User Documentation
3Software Installation CD
4Electrical Power Cord
5Surge Suppressor
6USB Cable
7Document Carrier Sheet
If any of these materials are not included, please contact Graphic Products at
800.788.5572.
Set aside the box and packaging material for future use. You may need the box and
packing material later, when moving or shipping Echo.
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GETTING TO KNOW ECHO
1.1 Positioning
There are a few things to keep in mind when deciding where to use Echo:
• Echo is a large device. Place it on a flat, level surface that can safely support its
weight. Have one person lifting at each end when you need to move Echo.
• Leave an open space of about 2" (5 cm) behind Echo, so that you can fully open
the lid to load supply paper, and so that the power and computer connection
cables do not bind or kink.
• Do not cover or block the air vents on the ends of Echo; they provide necessary
ventilation for the internal components. A space of at least 2" (5 cm) is
recommended here as well.
1.2 Parts and Terms
Echo is designed for ease of use. There are only a few basic parts for you to know
about. These parts are labeled here.
OK
Print
Lid Release Button
Control Panel
Scanning Tray
Platen
Left Paper
Bracket Cutter
Feed Rollers
Print HeadsPressure Rollers