Hy-Rez 3000 User manual

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Quite simply, Hy-Rez QuikRIP is a set of highly calibrated configura-
tion settings and postscript printer description files that run within
C Dlink PhotoScript.
These allow an ordinary Epson 3000 or 1520 ink jet printer to gener-
ate accurate imagesetter-style film positives for use within the
screen printing industry.
Without an application (RIP) such as this along with the screenprint
specific calibration our product provides, it would be impossible to
generate any form of usable halftones with your ink jet printer!
What Exactly Is Hy-Rez QuikRIP?
Getting Started
Note: If not already completed, the drivers included with your
Epson 3000 or 1520 printer must be installed. These are needed
to perform general maintenance on the printer such as head
cleanings. However, DO NOT install the Epson Stylus RIP Postscript
Driver!
The installation of this driver will cause conflicts with PhotoScript
and Hy-Rez QuikRIP. If this driver has been installed, remove all
software associated with the printer and reinstall only the printer
driver, omitting the Epson Stylus RIP Postscript Driver.
It is VITAL to first install PhotoScript prior to running the Hy-Rez
Qui RIP installer!
If PhotoScript is not installed first, the RIP will not function properly.
Carefully follow the installation instructions in the PhotoScript
manual and make sure NOT to have the dongle inserted during in-
stallation.
When prompted to select your printer during installation, only install
the driver for your printer, the Epson 3000 or 1520. Do not simply
check the Epson box. Doing so will install drivers and print modes
for an excessive number of printers.
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Installing Hy-Rez QuikRIP - Windows
When the PhotoScript installation is complete, after your computer
has been restarted, and the port has been selected for your printer,
its time to install Hy-Rez-QuikRIP.
(Youll be prompted to select a port at restart, choose LPT1 on a PC)
Insert the Hy-Rez QuikRIP CD and run the installer. The installer
will copy the correct version to either Windows 95 - 98 - 2000 - ME -
XP - XP Pro or NT.
We recommend that you restart your computer again after installing
Hy-Rez QuickRip.
Using Hy-Rez QuikRIP - Windows
The first section of this qui start manual primarily refers to Windows.
Mac users please see section 2.
First insert the security dongle into an available USB port. Without
it PhotoScript will not function. Do not lose this small piece of
equipment! The cost of replacement is the price of the software
package.
The installer has placed many files within PhotoScript itself in addi-
tion to the items below now located on the desktop. The Hy-Rez
QuikRIP application icon, 2 folders containing modified PPDs for the
Epson 3000 and 1520, in addition to a copy of this manual. The
screenprint specific calibration files have been installed within Pho-
toScript.
The Hy-Rez QuikRIP application will also be accessible through the
Start Menu of your PC.
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Running The Updater - Windows
The final step to install-
ing is to update the
system PPDs to match
the custom PPDs the
installer has placed on
the Desktop.
Open the folder on the
CD named Updater
Windows Qui RIP and
double click the
Qui RIP PPD Updater.
Your system PPDs have
now been updated.
This step is VERY im-
portant and MUST be
followed.
You may disregard the
other files in the folder
however if the updater
is copied to your com-
puter, the entire folder
must be copied! The
other files are needed
by the updater to adjust
your system!
Note: PPDs are called
SPDs on Windows 95-
98. If using 95-98,
select the SPD file when
the loading of a printer
description file is re-
quired. This is dis-
cussed later in this
manual.
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Here are the 5 custom print modes youll be using.
The names of these modes are:
Hy-Rez QuikRip 1
Hy-Rez QuikRip 2
Hy-Rez QuikRip 3
Hy-Rez QuikRip Dark
Hy-Rez QuikProof
The QuickRip 1 setting is most likely the one of choice if you have
difficulty in controlling dot gain on press. This setting modifies the
density of the entire usable tonal range so a 10% - 20% - 30% etc.,
dot images to the substrate correctly in less than ideal conditions.
The QuickRip 2 and QuickRip 3 we refer to as our Normal Modes.
The primary difference is the manner in which the 5% to 20% tonal
range are modified. You may find the #3 setting more appealing
when outputting art from Illustration software such as FreeHand,
Illustrator and Corel. This is especially true if the art contains
postscript gradients.
The QuickRip Dark setting initially scales back the size of the half-
tone dots themselves allowing for a second pass of ink within the
ink jet. This setting is useful when imaging to poor quality film.
Those who only use high-quality film such as Hy-Rez Polyester Ink
Jet Imaging Film available from High Res Solutions will not have to
use this setting.
The QuikProof mode is for outputting an accurate color proof of your
image.
ll settings above are employed to generate film positives and
control the entire usable tonal range of 5% - 80%, not only the
5% - 20% range. ttempting to use PhotoScript without Hy-Rez
QuikRIP will provide unsatisfactory results on press.
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Running Hy-Rez QuikRIP - Windows
Double-click the Hy-Rez QuikRIP icon on your desktop to launch the
RIP. The below window will appear. Time to launch may vary
greatly depending on your computer.
Now select the Options menu and choose Printer Configuration
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This launches the PhotoMatch Screen.
If only one ink jet model is installed, the printer name will default to it.
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Under the File menu select Open PrintMode. dialog box will
appear containing the 5 custom Hy-Rez QuikRIP modes in addi-
tion to the default modes included with PhotoScript.
Select the PrintMode you have decided to use and click OK.
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The next step is to load these settings into the RIP.
From the File menu select Send Settings
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Once Send Settings has been initiated, you will
notice activity in the original PhotoScript screen.
These printer configurations have now been loaded
into the RIP and are awaiting instructions from the
graphics application used to output the art...
Photoshop, Illustrator, Corel, etc.
Close the large PhotoMatch screen (pictured on the
previous page) by selecting Exit from the File menu.
Note that clicking the close box will not close this
screen.
The smaller PhotoMatch screen above MUST REMAIN
OPEN AT ALL TIMES for the RIP to function.
If a change in PrintModes is required during the day,
its not necessary to quit PhotoScript, just select
Printer Configuration again and repeat the process.
The configuration of the RIP is now complete and
youre now ready to print from your graphics applica-
tion.
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Printing With Hy-Rez QuikRIP - Windows
You have made it through the hardest part and printing from
within an application is no different than what youve done in the
past.
The RIP functions basically like a postscript laser printer attached
to your system so no special knowledge is required to print using
your ink jet along with the RIP.
There are only a few important factors to remember. The first is
selecting the printer from within the application. If an Epson 3000
is installed for example, youll notice 2 printer drivers describing
this printer in the print dialog box. The printer driver to select is
Epson Color Stylus 3000. This is the PhotoScript driver. The
other is the generic Epson driver installed when the printer was
first placed into service. Do Not use this driver!
The next step is to load the correct PPD file if needed. Not all
graphic applications require a PPD to be loaded, Photoshop does
not require one but most Vector based programs such as Illustra-
tor and FreeHand do. Without loading the correct PPD, you wont
have access to vital aspects such as selecting which colors to
print, setting line screen angles, halftone frequency, etc.
Weve included customized PPDs for both the Epson 3000 and
1520 within a folder placed on the desktop during installation.
The PPDs installed within your system have also been modified
during the installation process to work with the RIP. These may
also be selected.
You have purchased a high end postscript RIP. You should already
be aware of the correct procedure of printing from graphic applica-
tions (if you are not, please refer back to your graphics application
manual). We will discuss printing from a Vector based program
that requires a PPD to be loaded on the following pages. Printing
directly from Photoshop is discussed at the end of the manual.
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Do not relocate the PhotoScript Folder to another location on your
hard drive. It must remain where the installer has originally placed
it.
If you decide to read the PhotoScript manual, you must still use
our technique to print using the RIP and not CADlin s.
DO NOT follow the Photoscript manual instructions on printing
from an application!
Do not attempt to select a Print Mode through the Device Options
Tab of the Print Properties dialog box.
Attempting to select a Hy-Rez Qui RIP PrintMode from within an
applications print dialog box may not wor !
Hy-Rez Quic RIP settings MUST be loaded and sent to the RIP in
the manner outlined previously.
The application used to output the films will automatically utilize
these settings as the current settings.
It is important that the instructions in this manual are followed
exactly as stated to avoid any problem with performance and
accuracy.
WARNING
Windows Users Only
“The Most Important Part Of The Manual”
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Printing With Hy-Rez QuikRIP - Windows
Selecting The Printer and PPD File
The graphic below does not show the original Epson 3000 printer
driver from the manufacturer, it does however illustrate the
correct file to choose.
This screen shot is from Illustrator 8.0. The printer name could
be displayed slightly differently in other applications. Just make
certain it begins with Epson Stylus Color 3000 or Epson Stylus
Color 1520.
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The graphic below displays the correct PPD file being chosen.
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fter the PPD has been selected and loaded, you may now apply
advanced printing instructions to the graphic. Once satisfied
with the settings just click print!
Weve used dobe Illustrator in these examples. The settings within
other applications may appear different but work in a similar fashion.
Consult your application manual for further information.
Remember, outputting directly from dobe Photoshop does not require
the use of a PPD file.
Refer to the bac of the manual for tips on outputting films directly
from Photoshop.
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Expect the films to require considerable time to process. If
youre accustomed to a postscript laser printer, the time required
to print a set of separations will seem very long. Separations
could take 10 minutes per color depending on complexity, film
size, coverage, etc.
The good news is that while the image is printing, you may use
the host computer (the one thats actually sending the job to the
printer) for other things! The RIP handles everything, runs in the
background and frees up the system.
nother plus is the excellent registration and clarity of the films
when compared to laser output. The films are actually clear
and not frosted. Due to the complete lack of heat in the
process, registration is precise. However, we recommend the
use of cut film sheets only, feeding from a roll could prove
problematic, especially with registration.
Remember this is an ink jet and wet ink is being applied to the
film. Please allow ample time for the films to dry prior to use.
lthough not a requirement, it may be helpful to spray the films
(once completely dry) with a clear fixative spray (very light
coating) to improve durability in the handling, storage and
exposure process. Its also a good idea to slip-sheet the imaged
film with paper for storage.
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Troubleshooting Hy-Rez QuikRIP
Windows & Macintosh
For the most part, weve had very little difficulty with PhotoScript along
with Hy-Rez QuikRIP but there are a few matters that might show up.
Problem: The RIP doesnt recognize the USB dongle.
Two reasons could cause this problem. First the dongle was inserted
into the computer prior to installation or, second PhotoScript is installed
on Windows XP, XP Pro, 2000 or possibly NT. To fix problem #1,
reinstall PhotoScript without the dongle inserted. Problem #2, remove
the dongle from the computer and run the dongle.exe installer located
in the PhotoScript folder. Restart the computer and reinsert the dongle.
Problem: The RIP doesnt recognize the Parallel Dongle.
Follow the instructions above however DO NOT remove or install the
Parallel Dongle while the computer is turned on. Doing so could damage
your system!
Problem: (Mac Only) The RIP is as ing me for a serial number.
label should be applied to the dongle that contains a number such as
dtpp110030um. Enter this number and reinsert the dongle.
Problem: Computer machine code is imaging to the film and not the
artwor .
This could happen if youve attempted to restart a stopped or paused
print job. This can get very expensive if not caught in time since your
printer will continue to output sheet after sheet of text at high speed to
your film.
First, pause the printer. Second, locate CLEO, the small cat icon on the
lower right corner of the screen (in the System Tray along side the
system clock), right click it and choose Close. Now select EXIT within
the PhotoScript File Menu.
You may also have to open the Printers Menu (Start Menu / Settings /
Printers), select your PhotoScript printer by double clicking its icon and
select Purge Print Documents from the Printer Menu. This will make
certain all data has been flushed from the system.
On a Mac, Pause the printer, stop the RIP, close the RIP.
We recommend that you restart the computer.
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Problem: (Mac) I cant select my laser printer or alternate print-
ing device! Im only allowed to print using the Epson PhotoScript
printer.
First turn your laser printer on. Then use the Chooser and once
again select the correct printer driver and alternative printer. This is
most likely PSPrinter or LaserWriter 8 if using a postscript laser. To
re-select the Epson PhotoScript printer, open the Chooser and select
the PhotoScript Printer Driver.
Problem: The RIP cant locate or open PhotoMatch Creator.
Try launching PhotoMatch Creator manually after launching Photo-
Script by double-clicking it. PhotoMatch is located within the Photo-
Script folder. If this doesnt work, close then restart the RIP and try
again. If the problem persists after physically restarting the sys-
tem, reinstall PhotoScript followed by Hy-Rez QuikRIP.
Note: PhotoMatch Creator is not included with the Mac version.
Problem: Im printing a 1 color document from my Illustration
program (FreeHand, Illustrator, etc.) and even after setting the
line screen and angle (example: 55 lpi - 26 degrees) in the print
options, the RIP doesnt use the settings from the application. It
seems to be printing at a high line screen and incorrect angle!
(example: 80 lpi - 45 degrees which is unusable)
Most likely youre attempting to output the image as a composite.
lthough the image is only 1 color, it must be treated as a separa-
tion. Simply uncheck the composite box and choose separations.
Now select the black and apply the screen settings to that color.
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In conclusion, most problems can be resolved by reinstalling the
programs. It requires only a few minutes and its virtually guaran-
teed to eliminate the trouble of trying to pinpoint the exact mal-
function.
Postscript RIPs use very precise language and the slightest
misconfiguration of an error could render the RIP useless. So when
in doubt, reinstall!
Please register with cadlink.com for advanced technical support of
PhotoScript. They can help if a major hardware or software conflict
arises or for issues beyond the scope of our aftermarket screen print
specific Hy-Rez QuikRIP.
The next section deals with installation and printing from a
Macintosh.
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Quite simply, Hy-Rez QuikRIP is a set of highly calibrated
configuration settings and postscript printer description files that
run in C Dlink PhotoScript.
These allow an ordinary Epson 3000 or 1520 ink jet printer to
generate accurate imagesetter-style film positives for use within the
screen printing industry.
Without an application (RIP) such as this along with the screenprint
specific calibration our product provides, it would be impossible to
generate any form of usable halftones with your ink jet printer!
What Exactly Is Hy-Rez QuikRIP?
Getting Started
Note: If not already completed, the drivers included with your
Epson 3000 or 1520 printer must be installed. These are needed to
perform general maintenance on the printer such as head cleanings.
However, DO NOT install the Epson Stylus RIP Postscript Driver!
The installation of this driver will cause conflicts with PhotoScript
and Hy-Rez QuikRIP. If this driver has been installed, remove all
software associated with the printer and reinstall only the printer
driver omitting the Epson Stylus RIP Postscript Driver.
It is VITAL to first install Prior to running the Hy-Rez Qui RIP
installer!
If PhotoScript is not installed first, the RIP will not function properly.
Carefully follow the installation instructions in the PhotoScript
manual and make sure NOT to have the dongle inserted during
installation.
When prompted to select your printer during installation only install
the driver for your printer, the Epson 3000 or 1520. Do Not simply
check the Epson box, doing so will install drivers and print modes for
an excessive number of printers. Only install the driver for your
printer, the Epson 3000 or 1520.
t the end of the PhotoScript installation, a prompt will be issued to
install Quark specific files. If Quark is not installed on your system,
just click cancel.
Macintosh Installation and Use
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