Index Braille Everest-D V5 User manual

Index V5
Braille Printer Manual
2017 April

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Contents
1. Safety information 1
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I1.1 Approvals
2. Index V5 printer overview 2
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I I 2.1 Backlit text on all models
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I I 2.2 Basic-D
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2.2.1 LED feedback Basic-D
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I I 2.3 Everest-D
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2.3.1 LED feedback Everest-D
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I I 2.4 BrailleBox
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2.4.1 LED feedback BrailleBox
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2.4.2 Electrical connectors BrailleBox
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I I 2.5 FanFold-D
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2.5.1 LED feedback FanFold
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2.5.2 Electrical connectors FanFold
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2.5.3 Wheel montage FanFold
3. Installation 10
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III 3.1 Getting started
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3.1.1 Unpacking of the printer
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3.1.2 Speech feedback
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3.1.3 Firmware upgrade
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III 3.2 Index Braille Printer Driver
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3.2.1 Install to USB port
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3.2.2 Network connection
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3.2.2.1 Wired IP network setup
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3.2.2.2 Wizard for static IP address
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3.2.2.3 Wi-Fi network setup
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3.2.2.4 Reservation of IP address on DHCP
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III 3.3 Printing braille
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3.3.1 Index-direct-Braille (idB)
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3.3.1.1 Printing with the Web App
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3.3.1.2 Printing fromUSB Memory stick
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3.3.1.3 Emboss with idB in Windows
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3.3.1.4 Emboss with idB in Mac
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3.3.1.5 Emboss with idB in Linux
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3.3.2 External braille editor
4. Control panel 19
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I V 4.1 Menu summary
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4.1.1 V5 menu
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4.1.2 Key functions
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4.1.3 Multiple layouts to customize
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4.1.4 Menu option V5

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I V 4.2 Wizards
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4.2.1 Standard layout wizard
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4.2.2 Advanced layout wizard
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4.2.3 User defined paper wizard

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1 Safety information
Securely place the printer on a stable surface.
Keep the ventilation inlets and outlets of the braille printer free.
Connect the braille printer to a grounded power outlet only.
Acoustic Hoods are recommended, for reducing noise level.
BrailleBox is a class A product. In the unlikely event it causes radio interference,
increase the distance between BrailleBox and the device.
1.1 Approvals
FCC Compliance
This device contains FCC ID: PVH0953
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, maycause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined byturning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to tryto correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
Increase the separation between equipment and receiver
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TVtechnician for help.
IC compliance
This device contains IC: 5325-0953
This device complies with IndustryCanada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
this device may not cause interference, and this device must accept any interference, including interference
that maycause undesired operation of the device. Under IndustryCanada regulations, this radio
transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the
transmitter byIndustryCanada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and

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its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that
necessaryfor successful communication. The device for operation in the band 5150-5250 MHzis only for
indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems; the
maximum antenna gain permitted for devices in the bands 5250-5350 MHzand 5470-5725 MHzshall
comply with the e.i.r.p. limit; and the maximum antenna gain permitted for devices in the band 5725-5825
MHz shall complywith the e.i.r.p. limits
Conformité aux normes d’IC
Cet appareil est conforme à la(aux) norme(s) RSS sans licence d’IndustryCanada.
Son utilisation est soumise auxdeuxconditions suivantes :
Cet appareil ne doit pas causer d’interférences et il doit accepter toutes interférences reçues, ycompris
celles susceptibles d’avoir des effets indésirables sur son fonctionnement. Conformément aux
réglementations d’IndustryCanada, cet émetteur radio ne peut fonctionner qu’à l’aide d’une antenne dont
le type et le gain maximal (ou minimal) ont été approuvés pour cet émetteur par IndustryCanada. Pour
réduire le risque d’interférences avec d’autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d’antenne et son gain de
telle sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente (p.i.r.e) ne soit pas supérieure à celle requise
pour obtenir une communication satisfaisante. Le dispositif de fonctionnement dans la bande 5150-5250
MHz est réservé à une utilisation en intérieur pour réduire le risque d'interférences nuisibles à la co-canal
systèmes mobiles par satellite, le gain d'antenne maximal autorisé pour les appareils dans les bandes
5250-5350 MHz et 5470-5725 MHzdoit se conformer à la pire limite, et le gain d'antenne maximal autorisé
pour les appareils dans la bande 5725-5825 MHzdoivent être conformes avec le pire limites spécifiées à
point-à-ponctuelles et non point-à-point de fonctionnement selon qu'il convient. Opération dans la bande
5600-5650 MHz n'est pas autorisée au Canada. Haute puissance radars sont désignés comme
utilisateurs principaux(c.-àutilisateurs prioritaires) des bandes 5250-5350 MHzet 5650-5850 MHz et que
ces radars pourraient causer des interférences et / ou des dommages à dispositifs LAN-EL. Cet
équipement respecte les limites d’exposition aux rayonnements IC RSS-102 définies pour un
environnement non contrôlé. Il doit être installé et utilisé en maintenant une distance minimum de 20 cm
entre le radiateur et votre corps.
Bloutooth Qualification
This device contains Bluetooth module qualified as "Controller system" - QD ID 58171
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Speech feedback refers to the echo in the printer.
2.1 Backlit text on all models
Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Network: Flicker when available, and light up when connected.
idB: Flicker during translation, and light up during printing with idB.
UPDATE: Require a network connection. Activated when the printer is connected to
a network with internet access. It lights up when an update is available and flickers
during a firmware upgrade.

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PAPER JAM: Light up when there is a paper jam.
ERROR: Light up when there is an error. Press HELP for more information.
2.2 Basic-D
1. Control panel
2. Lid
3. Speaker
4. Optical paper
movement sensor
5. Optical paper edge
sensor
6. Right tractor
7. Speaker
8. Tractor release lever
9. Left tractor
10. Paper rollers
11. Hole for transport lock
12. Ventilation inlet
13. Transport lock
14. Transport lock holder
15. Power input 48V DC
16. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth antenna
17. USB 2.0 device port
18. Network port (100 MB)
19. USB host port
20. Ventilation outlet

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2.2.1 LED feedback Basic-D
PAPER MOVE: Flicker when paper is moving.
PAPER EDGE: Light up when paper is in front of the paper edge sensor.
HEAD: Light up when the print head is in the home position.
FAN: Light up when the fan is on.
OUT OF PAPER: Light up when there is no paper in the paper tractor.

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2.3 Everest-D
1. Control panel
2. Sheet feeder
3. Paper guides
4. Embossing head
5. Speaker
6. Optical paper edge sensor
7. Optical embossing head
reference position sensor
8. Outer guides for adjusting paper
out profile angle
11. Ventilation outlet
12. Electrical connectors
13. Switch to close/open the sheet feeder
14. Card/sheet selectors (right/left)
15. Locking levers for margin guides (right/
left)
16. Left margin guide
17. Pick-up rollers
18. Right margin guide
19. Power input 48V DC

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9. Paper movement rollers
10. Inner guides to stabilize paper
out ejection
20. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth antenna
21. USB 2.0 device port
22. Network port (100 MB)
23. USB host port
2.3.1 LED feedback Everest-D
PAPER IN: Light up when paper is in front of the paper edge sensor.
FEED: Light up when paper motor is on.
HEAD: Light up when the print head is in the home position.
FAN: Light up when the fan is on.
OUT OF PAPER: Light up when the paper tray is empty.

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2.4 BrailleBox
1. Control panel
2. Optical sensor for service door
3. Optical sensor for braille tray
4. Braille tray
5. Braille stack guide
7. Paper tray
8. Bottom embossing head
9. Middle embossing head
10. Top embossing head
11. Paper rollers
12. Service door
13. Electrical connectors
14. Ventilation
15. Paper guides
16. Rear paper stop lever
17. Paper-in sensor
18. Paper-out sensor

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2.4.1 LED feedback BrailleBox
PAPER IN: Light up when paper has begun feeding and reaching the paper-in
sensor.
PAPER OUT: Light up when paper reaches the paper-out sensor.
OUT OF PAPER: Light up when the paper tray is empty.
BRAILLE STACK: Light up when the braille stack is too high.
PAPER TRAY: Light up when the paper tray is open.
BRAILLE TRAY: Light up when the braille tray is open.
SERVICE DOOR: Light up when the front service door is open.
2.4.2 Electrical connectors BrailleBox
1. Power input 100-240V, 50-60 HZ,
grounded outlet
2. Fuse 6,3 A/250V slow blow
3. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth antenna
4. USB host port
5. Network port (100 MB)
6. USB 2.0 device port

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2.5 FanFold-D
1.
1. Right paper tractor
2. Left paper tractor
3. Paper move sensor
4. Paper edge sensor
5. Three embossing heads (start, middle, end)
6. Soft paper movement rollers (4 pairs)
7. Paper out sensor
2.5.1 LED feedback FanFold
PAPER EDGE: Light up when paper has begun feeding and reaching the paper-in
sensor.
PAPER MOVE: Flicker when paper is moving.
PAPER OUT: Light up paper cover the paper out sensor.
FAN: Light up when the fan is on.
LID OPEN: Light up when the top glass lid is open.
EMPTY BRAILLE: Light up when when it is time to empty the braille stack.

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2.5.2 Electrical connectors FanFold
1. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth antenna
2. USB 2.0 device port
3. Network port (100 MB)
4. USB host port
5. Fuse 6,3 A/250V slow blow
6. Power input 100-240V, 50-60 HZ,
grounded outlet
2.5.3 Wheel montage FanFold
Lift up the pallet by hand and insert two piece of board (50 mm/2 inch high) under the
pallet.
1. Rotate the FanFold on the pallet so one corner is outside of the pallet. Montage
the first wheel with the bolts and wrench included inside the printer.
2. Rotate the FanFold so next corner on the short side of the unit is outside of the
pallet. Montage the second wheel.
3. Rotate the FanFold so first corner on the other short side is outside of the pallet.
Montage the third wheel.
4. Lift the FanFold to the floor. Balance it by sitting on the middle corner with wheels.
5. Montage the forth wheel.
3 Installation
3.1 Getting started
3.1.1 Unpacking of the printer
Unpack the printer gently and check all items. Keep the packing material and
transport locks. The two (2) year warranty on parts remains valid only if the printer
is transported in original packaging, and the transport locks are properly in place.
The following items are included in shipment:
oBraille printer

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oUser manual
oIndex USB memory stick
oPower cord
oUSB cord
oExternal power supply for Basic-D and Everest-D.
oTransport locks
Basic-D, Everest-D and BrailleBox
oPower on the printer without connecting the USB cord.
oThe 'Wizard to remove transport locking' will start automatically.
oFollow the wizard steps. When completed, the printer will restart and is ready to
be used.
BrailleBox picture
1. Rubber seal
2. Accessories kit box
3. Braille tray glass
4. Print head transport locks
BrailleBox
1. Open the paper tray. Remove the accessories kit box from the paper tray. Turn on
the printer.
2. The wizard will start.
3. Follow the wizard steps.
3.1.2 Speech feedback
The speech feedback is set to English (factory delivery).
In April 2017 the following languages are available:

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Arabic, Dutch, English (Indian), English (UK), English (US), Finnish, French, German,
Italian, Korean, Mandarin, Norwegian, Portuguese (Brazil), Portuguese (Portugal),
Russian, Spanish (Colombia), Spanish (Mexico), Swedish and Turkish.
3.1.3 Firmware upgrade
Index printer can be upgraded to latest firmware free of charge. It is highly
recommended to upgrade the firmware when installing a new Index V5 printer. The
upgrade includes bug fixes and new or improved functionality. Please find detailed
information on www.indexbraille.com
Upgrade via Internet connection
When the V5 printer is connected to internet, it checks for an update automatically.
The UPDATE text lights up indicates that new update is available.
Start upgrade by selecting:
MENU / User service / Firmware upgrade / Firmware upgrade from internet / OK to
start.
Upgrade via USB memory stick
oDownload the latest V5 firmware on Index Braille Support / Download V5
firmware. File name example: Embosser-update-2016-12-15.zip.
oSave the V5 firmware file to a USB memory stick.
oInsert the USB memory stick into the V5 printer.
oStart the upgrade by pressing:
MENU / User service / Firmware upgrade / Firmware upgrade from USB
memory stick / OK to start.
The UPDATE text lights up during the upgrade process. The speech feedback is
activated. Do not power off the printer during an upgrade. The upgrade process
may take 5-15 minutes and is completed when the printer restarts automatically.
3.2 Index Braille Printer Driver
Index software and printer drivers for Index Braille printers may be installed from the
USB memory stick, included in the shipment or by downloading them from
www.indexbraille.com.

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3.2.1 Install to USB port
All Index printers require the Index Braille Printer Driver to function properly on a USB
port. Install the Index Braille printer driver in your computer before
connecting the printer to the USB device port.
To find the current version of the Index Braille printer driver for your printer, access
the control panel in your computer by selecting:
oControl Panel / Uninstall a program / Index Braille Driver.
oThe current version number is shown on the right hand column, listed under
versions.
Windows
To install Index printer driver 8.x or higher, suitable for Windows XP, Vista, Win 7,
Win 8, Win 10, follow these steps:
1. Close all applications on your PC.
2. Download Index Printer Driver 8.x or higher.
3. Right click the driver installation file and select "Run as administrator" and
follow the installation wizard.
4. Connect the supplied USB cord.
5. Turn on the printer.
6. For Windows Vista and later versions, the Plug & Play Found new hardware
wizard will complete the USB installation.
Link to install Index Printer driver on Mac OS X
Link to install Index Printer driver on Linux (Debian/Ubuntu)
3.2.2 Network connection
The Wi-Fi and wired network icons (blue), light up when a wired network or Wi-Fi is
connected. During network search, the network icon flickers.
Get the network IP address by pressing:
oHELP + 10 Speech feedback IP address.
oHELP + 1 Print in letter graphics and braille.
Once the Wi-Fi or wired network has been connected, the printer will remember the
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Connect Wi-Fi network
When a known network is available, the Wi-Fi icon flickers during the network
search.
Speech feedback: "Wi-Fi network connected. IP number XXX, SSID name".
When no known network is available, the Wi-Fi icon light is off.
Speech feedback: "No known network available".
3.2.2.1 Wired IP network setup
In Index V5 January2017 Firmware and higher, Wi-Fi network is enabled by
default.
First step to connect to a wired network
Plug in the network cord to a Local Area Network (LAN) with DHCP support.
oThe wired network icon flickers when establishing a network connection.
oThe network icon lights up when the network is connected to the internet.
oHELP+10 The printer speech feedback: "Wired network ###.###.#.##", e.g. IP
address: 192.168.4.14.
HELP+1 Print "Network information page" including IP address
3.2.2.2 Wizard for static IP address
MENU / Communication / Wizard for wired network / OK.
Detailed information in this knowledge base link.
3.2.2.3 Wi-Fi network setup
There are alternative ways to setup Wi-Fi network IP connection:
oSet up IP with the Web-App (Recommended)
oSet up IP with Wi-Fi setup file
oSet up with WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup - WPS button on the router)
oSet up Wi-Fi network from control panel
3.2.2.4 Reservation of IP address on DHCP
The best way to reserve a permanent IP address to a specific Index printer is via
reservation of the MAC address of the printer to a specific IP address on the router.
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search on the internet for "Reservation of IP address on DHCP + (Your router
name)".
3.3 Printing braille
Index-direct-Braille (idB) is a direct printing application in Index V5 to print
standard documents (Word type) in braille without using a traditional braille editor.
IdB Characteristics:
oTranslates and formats the braille printout following the settings in the active
layout.
oText-to-braille translation in literaryor contracted braille (more than 140
languages)
oFormats the text into braille page size (lines/page, character/line, margins, braille
page number, volume page number)
oLatest idB functions are automatically installed when upgrading the V5 embosser
firmware
oIdB supports unlimited number of users in the local network.
oIdB is free of charge.
For braille mathematics, music, tactile graphics, complex documents and proof
reading functions, a separate braille editor is required.
3.3.1 Index-direct-Braille (idB)
idB supports:
oBraille in grade 0 (computer), 1 (literary), and 2 (contracted)
oWord XML (.docx) files
oWord (.doc) files
oPDF (.pdf) files
oText (.txt) files
oPage numbering
oVolume handling (for braille books)
oIndex V4 and V5 braille printers

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idB uses the Liblouis open source braille translation system, which supports the
majority of languages worldwide.
Link to Liblouis web site
Link to information about Index-direct-Braille
Link to firmware upgrade instructions
3.3.1.1 Printing with the Web App
1. In order to get your printer IP address, press HELP + 10. Speech feedback: "IP
number", e.g. "IP 192.168.4.14".
2. Start the web app by opening a search window on your browser. Make sure your
device is connected to the same network as the V5 printer.
3. Type your printer IP number on the browser.
4. After a few seconds the web app interface will appear on your device. Please see
below picture.
Web interface
Start the web app function by pressing the action button that provides menu options
below:
oPrint
Print standard files (.doc. docx, .pdf, .txt, .rtf) for idB translation/formatting or
braille-ready files (.brl, .brf).
Browse your file, preview function for formatted braille text in braille or text font.

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Upload the file.
oWi-Fi
Available network is shown. The network on the top position is the network that
has already been connected and has a strong signal.
Functions: Select, Connect, Forget, Insert password for new network, and Start
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup).
oWeb App
Examples of available network
3.3.1.2 Printing from USB Memory stick
oIndex V5 printer.
oA USB memory stick.
oStandard text file (docx, doc, pdf, rtf, txt) using idB text-to-braille to translate and
format the braille page.
oBraille files (.brl, .brf), already translated to braille is printed without idB
translation and formatting.
Steps for printing