Oki Pro1040 User manual

Pro1040/Pro1050
Windows PS Printer Driver
User’s Guide

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⿟Reading the Manual
Symbols
Note
zThese are cautions and restrictions for the correct operation of the device. Make sure to read to avoid misoperation.
Memo
zThese are references and information that are useful when using the device. We recommend reading them.
Reference
zThese are the reference pages. Read to learn detailed information and relevant information.
WARNING
zMishandling due to ignoring this display may cause death or serious injury.
CAUTION
zMishandling due to ignoring this display may cause personal injury.
Keys, Buttons, and Symbols
This chapter describes the following keys, buttons, and symbols.
Inscription Description
< > button/key
zIndicates hardware buttons and the numeric keypad on the control
panel.
E.g.:
<OK> button <BACK> button
<Fn> key <CLEAR> key
zIndicates your PC keyboard.
[ ]
zIndicates menu names on the display screen.
zIndicates menu, window, and dialog names on the computer.
“ ”
zIndicates messages and input text on the display screen.
zIndicates file names and screen names on the computer.
zIndicates reference titles.
>Indicates how to get to the item you want in the menu of this printer or
the computer.

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Illustrations
Unless otherwise specified, the printer illustrations used herein show the printer with the unwinder
mounted.
Illustrations may differ from the actual product.
Screens
The images of the control panel and PC used herein are examples. The images may differ from actual
products and screens.
Inscriptions
The following inscriptions are used in this manual.
zMicrosoft®Windows®10 64-bit Edition operating system →Windows 10 (64-bit version)
zMicrosoft®Windows®10 operating system →Windows 10
Unless otherwise specified, the examples in the manuals included with the printer show operation using
Windows 10 and the Pro 1050 printer.
Depending on the OS, model, and version you are using, descriptions in this manual may differ from
what you actually encounter.
Trademarks
OKI is a registered trademark of Oki Electric Industry Co., Ltd.
Microsoft, Windows, Windows Server, and Internet Explorer are registered trademarks or trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.
Adobe, the Adobe logo, Illustrator, Photoshop, PostScript, Acrobat, and Reader are registered
trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated as registered in the United States and other
countries.

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Table of Contents
⿟Table of Contents
Reading the Manual.................................................................................2
Symbols .................................................................................................................. 2
Keys, Buttons, and Symbols ....................................................................................... 2
Illustrations ............................................................................................................. 3
Screens ................................................................................................................... 3
Inscriptions.............................................................................................................. 3
Trademarks.............................................................................................................. 3
1 Paper Settings ..................................................................... 7
Printing on Various Papers........................................................................8
Usable Media Types................................................................................................... 8
Paper Types, Size, and Thickness ..........................................................................................8
Storing Media......................................................................................................... 10
Registering a Desired Paper Size with the Printer Driver ............................. 11
Using the Printer Driver to Fine-tune the Print Position ................................................. 12
Using the Printer Driver to Fine-tune the Cut Position................................................... 14
2 Printing ............................................................................. 17
Preparing Paper .................................................................................... 18
Loading Media ...................................................................................... 20
Calibrating the Sensor ........................................................................... 26
Confirming the Sensor Position ................................................................................. 26
Unwinder .........................................................................................................................26
Printer .............................................................................................................................29
Sensor Calibration................................................................................................... 31
Detecting the Interval between Pages ..................................................... 33
Printing ...............................................................................................34
Canceling a Print Job ............................................................................. 35
3 Print Function Settings ...................................................... 37
Printer Driver Functions Table ................................................................. 38
Explanation of Functions .......................................................................................... 38
Windows PS Printer Driver Functions....................................................................................38
Saving Toner When Printing.................................................................... 41
Saving Toner When Printing (Toner Save Mode) .......................................................... 41
Fine Quality Printing .............................................................................. 42
Changing Print Quality (Resolution) ........................................................................... 42
Printing Sharper Photos (Image Smoothing)............................................................... 42
Adjusting Fine Lines ................................................................................................ 43

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Using Computer Fonts ............................................................................................. 44
Other Print Functions............................................................................. 45
Specifying the Page Order........................................................................................ 45
Overlaying Stamps for Printing (Watermarks) ............................................................. 45
Collating Printed Output (Sorted Printing) .................................................................. 46
Printing a Mirror Image............................................................................................ 47
Printing Registered Forms (Print Overlay)................................................................... 47
Outputting to a File Without Printing.......................................................................... 49
Saving Printer Driver Setups .................................................................................... 50
Save a Setup....................................................................................................................50
Recall a Saved Setup .........................................................................................................50
Delete a Saved Setup ........................................................................................................51
Importing/Exporting a Printer Driver Print Setup ......................................................... 51
Export a Setup..................................................................................................................51
Import a Setup .................................................................................................................52
Changing Default Printer Driver Settings .................................................................... 52
Deleting or Updating a Printer Driver ....................................................... 53
Deleting a Printer Driver .......................................................................................... 53
Updating a Printer Driver ......................................................................................... 54
4 Adjusting the Color ............................................................ 55
Adjusting Color with a Printer Driver........................................................ 56
Color Matching ....................................................................................................... 56
What Is Color Matching? ....................................................................................................56
Color Matching (Automatic)...................................................................................... 56
Simple Color Matching (Simple Adjustment) ............................................................... 57
Color Matching (Graphic Pro).................................................................................... 58
Color Matching (No Color Matching)........................................................................... 59
Changing the Black Finish ........................................................................................ 59
Monochrome (Black and White) Printing..................................................................... 60
Suppressing White Lines Between Text and the Background (Black Overprint)................. 61
Correcting for Print Misalignment (Trapping) ............................................................... 61
Simulating Print Results........................................................................................... 62
5 Spot Color Printing Setup (Pro1050 Only) ......................... 63
Printer Driver Spot Color Function List ..................................................... 64
Printing on Color Papers......................................................................... 65
Usable Color Papers ................................................................................................ 65
Printing Using White Toner Only ................................................................................ 65
Printing White Under Color ....................................................................................... 66
Adjusting the White Image from Application ............................................................... 67

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Printing by using applications to specify Spot Color toner
(PS printer drivers only)......................................................................... 69
Using Illustrator...................................................................................................... 69
Using Photoshop..................................................................................................... 70
6 Troubleshooting................................................................. 73
Printer Driver Malfunctions ..................................................................... 74
Trouble when setting up printing ............................................................................... 74

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1
Paper Settings
Printing on Various Papers …………… 8
Registering a Desired Paper Size
with the Printer Driver ……………… 11
Note
zThe examples in this chapter use Windows WordPad for explanations. Depending on the
application, the screens and operations procedures may differ.
zFor detailed explanations of the printer driver setup items, see “Online Help”.
zDue to printer driver version upgrades, actual operations may be different from the descriptions
in this manual.

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Printing on Various Papers
⿟Printing on Various Papers
Usable Media Types
For high-quality printing it is necessary to use paper that satisfies conditions regarding quality,
thickness, paper finish, etc. If printing on paper not recommended by OKI, thoroughly test the print
quality and paper traveling performance, etc., and check that there are no impediments before use.
If using a (paper) medium that is curled or wrinkled before printing, print quality and paper traveling
performance cannot be assured.
Paper Types, Size, and Thickness
Roll Paper Specifications
Reference
zRefer to the “Maintenance Guide” for specific paper sizes.
Roll Paper Types
Media Form Description
Continuous Paper Paper wound on a roll
Continuous Paper (Black Mark) Paper wound in a roll with black marks printed on the back surface
Die-cut Label (Gap) Paper that is die-cut into a label shape
Die-cut Label (Black Mark) Paper that is die-cut into a label shape with black marks printed on the back
surface
Continuous Label Paper that is not die-cut into a label shape, with the entire surface covered with
label paper
Continuous Label (Black Mark) Paper that is not die-cut into a label shape, with the entire surface covered with
label paper and black marks printed on the back surface
Media Type Description
Plain Wood-free Paper
Plain Labels Label paper made of wood-free paper
Glossy Labels Label paper made of glossy paper
Film Labels Label media made of film
Film Film
Roll Paper Size
Roll Outside Diameter No greater than 203.2 mm (8 inches)
Paper Width 25.4 to 130 mm (1 to 5.12 inches)
Paper Thickness 0.07 mm to 0.25 mm*(0.003 to 0.0098 inches)
Roll Core Width Same as roll paper
Roll Core Inner Diameter 76.2 mm
*: When there is backing paper, total thickness includes backing paper.
Note `
zUsing metal foil paper or conductive paper creates the risk of defective printing due to electrical discharge, and device
malfunction.
Use of metal foil paper and conductive paper is prohibited.
zUsing ink jet paper or label paper will cause device malfunction. Use of ink jet paper or label paper is prohibited.
zUse paper that has black marks printed on its back surface (non-printing surface). Black marks printed on the front surface
cannot be detected.
zUse paper with black marks printed with carbon ink. Use paper with black marks that have a reflective index of less than 10%.

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Printing on Various Papers
zDie-cut labels that are used in Gap Mode must satisfy the following conditions.
The transparency of the label part (including both the label and the label liner) must be below 25%.
The liners must be within a range of 10% to 45% transparent. However, the transparency of the liners must be more than 1.8
times the transparency of the label part.
zDie-cut labels that are used in Gap Mode cannot use transparent liners or labels.
zDie-cut labels that are used in Black Mark Mode cannot use transparent liners.
zUse continuous labels that have been smoothed on both edges and have been dry edge processed. Recommended
specifications are for paper that has 2 mm of liner on both edges. Please refer to the “Maintenance Guide” for details.
zThermal paper will become discolored and deformed by heat used for fusing. Do not use it.
zUse film that can withstand heat up to 230°C. Use of film that is not heat resistant creates the risk of film deformation by heat
used for fusing, paper jams, and device malfunction.
zDo not use a liner on which glue is smeared. It will not feed correctly in the equipment. In the worst case, it could damage the
equipment.
zCast-coated paper is not recommended. Printing quality cannot be guaranteed when it is used.
zIf the paper length, label length, or black mark interval for a single sheet is less than 4 inches, blank sheets may be printed to
satisfy the paper length that can be fed.
zWhen printing on paper that is cut to less than 152 mm (6 inches) long in the direction that media is fed, it may feed at an
angle.
If this happens, print it so there is a continuous length that is longer than 152 mm (6 inches).
zWhen printing on paper that is very narrow (25.4 mm (1 inch)), it may feed at an angle at about 80 mm from the cut trailing
edge.
zWhen printing on inside winding paper that is very narrow (25.4 mm (1 inch)), smeared or smudged printing may occur near
the cut trailing edge as the roll diameter gets smaller.
zWhen printing on inside winding paper that is very narrow (25.4 mm (1 inch)), slight damage may occur at the leading edge
as the roll diameter gets smaller.
zUse of the types of paper below is not supported.
Paper whose roll surfaces are not cut cleanly.
Paper that is connected part way through by tape, etc.
Label paper without backing paper with paste on the front surface
Paper whose labels are easy to peel or are peeling
Paper with paste squeezing out onto the base paper area or affixed to the label surface
Paper that is folded or bent
Paper that has holes in it
Paper that is notched
Paper that has perforations
Paper with different size labels on a single roll
Paper with different paper widths on a single roll
Media that has liners and labels that are both transparent (cannot be used even if it has black marks)
Continuous paper that is transparent (cannot be used even if it has black marks)
Setting the Paper Weight
Set the printer and printer driver paper weight according to the weight of the paper to be used.
Paper Weight
(Total thickness including
backing paper)
Setting Value of the
Media Weight
76 to 95 μm Light
96 to 140 μm Medium Light
141 to 159 μm Medium
160 to 180 μm Medium Heavy
181 to 199 μm Heavy
200 to 214 μm Ultra Heavy1
215 to 229 μm Ultra Heavy2
230 to 249 μm Ultra Heavy3

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Printing on Various Papers
Storing Media
Improper paper storage can cause absorption of
moisture, discoloration, and warping. Note that
printing on such paper can adversely affect print
quality, feeding, etc. Leave packages of media
unopened until you are actually ready to use
them.
Store media in locations like the
ones described below
zOn a flat shelf in a location that is dark and
where there is little moisture
zOn a flat table
zAn environment with a temperature of 23°C
±1°C and humidity of 50%RH ±2%
Avoid locations like the ones
described below
zDirectly on the floor
zIn direct sunlight
zNear the inside surface of an external wall
zOn a surface that is uneven or curved
zIn a location where electrostatic charge is
generated
zIn a location subjected to very high
temperatures or sudden temperature changes
zNext to a photocopying machine, air
conditioning equipment, heater, or duct
Note
zProper printing may not be possible on paper that has
been stored for a long time.
zLeaving roll paper in an environment where it is exposed
to high temperatures and high humidity for long periods
can cause it to become deformed. Do not use deformed
roll paper. Store roll paper in an environment where the
temperature and humidity are appropriate.
zWe recommend putting partially used label paper back
into the vinyl bag it was packaged in, to prevent the paper
from absorbing moisture.

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Registering a Desired Paper Size with the Printer Driver
⿟Registering a Desired Paper Size with the Printer
Driver
1
Click [Start] and select [Control Panel]
in [Windows System].
2
Click [View devices and printers].
3
Right-click the [Pro1050 PS] icon, and
then select [Printing preferences].
4
On the [Setup] tab, click [User-defined
paper].
5
Input information about the paper you
want to register.
(1)
Use [Registered user-defined
paper] to select “New paper”.
(2)
In the [Paper Name] box, enter a
paper name.
(3)
Select a Media Form to match the
paper.
(4)
Select a Media Type to match the
paper.
(5)
Select a Media Weight to match the
paper thickness.
Memo
zIf you are unsure of the paper thickness,
select [Medium Light].
(6)
Enter paper size information.
(2)
(4)
(3)
(1)
(5)
(6)
Memo
zInput the label length and gap for media that has
gaps and the black mark interval for black mark
media.
zUse a ruler to measure, as accurately as possible,
the actual size of the media, and then input those
values.
zIf the label length or the black mark interval is less
than 4 inches, use the following method to measure
the media, and then input values to the first decimal
place to be accurate.
1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
L(mm)
L/10-Gap length(mm)
L/10(mm)
2
How to Measure the Actual Size of Paper
Measure the length from the leading edge of the
first label (or black mark leading edge) to the
leading edge of the 11th label (or black mark
leading edge). Use this as L (mm).
Divide the length you measured in by 10 to
calculate the length from the leading edge of the
first label (or black mark leading edge) to the
leading edge of the 2nd label (or black mark leading
edge) to the first decimal place.
Subtract the length of the gap from the length you
calculated in to calculate the length of one label
to the first decimal place.
For media that has gaps, input the value calculated in
in [Label length] and input the gap length in [Gap].
For media that has black marks, input the value
calculated in in [Black Mark Interval].

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Registering a Desired Paper Size with the Printer Driver
Memo
zA blank piece of paper may be inserted after cut
pages if the paper length, label length, or black
mark interval is less than 4 inches.
Note
zThe minimum page length is 25.4 mm (1 inch) for
the Windows PS printer driver, which is different
from the Windows PCL printer driver.
6
Enter other information as required.
(1)
If you performed sensor
adjustment, select the sensor
setting that was registered to the
device from [Sensor settings].
Memo
zRefer to “Calibrating the Sensor” (P.26)
regarding how to adjust the sensor.
(2)
If you want to fine-tune the
image position, enter the position
shift amount into [Print position
correction].
(3)
If you want to fine-tune the paper
cut position, enter the position
shift amount into [Cut position
correction].
(2)
(1)
(3)
7
When all the input is complete, click
[Add].
Using the Printer Driver
to Fine-tune the Print
Position
1
Click [Start] and select [Control Panel]
in [Windows System].
2
Click [View devices and printers].
3
Right-click the [Pro1050 PS] icon, and
then select [Printing preferences].
4
On the [Setup] tab, click [User-defined
paper].

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Registering a Desired Paper Size with the Printer Driver
5
Use the [Registered user-defined paper]
list to select the paper whose print
position you want to correct.
Memo
zIf the paper you want to use is not in the list, select
[New paper] and add it. See “Registering a Desired
Paper Size with the Printer Driver” (P.11).
6
In [Print position correction], set the
values for the print start positions
vertically and horizontally on the paper.
7
Click [Overwrite].
8
Click [OK] or [Close] as many times
as necessary to exit the “Printing
preferences” screen.
9
Open the file to be printed.
10
Specify the paper size, and then print.

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Registering a Desired Paper Size with the Printer Driver
Using the Printer Driver to
Fine-tune the Cut Position
1
Click [Start] and select [Control Panel]
in [Windows System].
2
Click [View devices and printers].
3
Right-click the [Pro1050 PS] icon, and
then select [Printing preferences].
4
On the [Setup] tab, click [User-defined
paper].
5
Use the [Registered user-defined paper]
list to select the paper whose cut
position you want to correct.
Memo
zIf the paper you want to use is not in the list, select
[New paper] and add it. See “Registering a Desired
Paper Size with the Printer Driver” (P.11).
6
Use [Cut position correction] to specify
an adjustment value for distance from
the print completion position to the cut
position.
7
Click [Overwrite].

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Registering a Desired Paper Size with the Printer Driver
8
Click [OK] or [Close] as many times
as necessary to exit the “Printing
preferences” screen.
9
Open the file to be printed.
10
Specify the paper size, and then print.

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Registering a Desired Paper Size with the Printer Driver

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2
Printing
Preparing Paper ………………………… 18
Loading Media …………………………… 20
Calibrating the Sensor ………………… 26
Detecting the Interval between
Pages ……………………………………… 33
Printing …………………………………… 34
Canceling a Print Job ………………… 35
Note
zThe examples in this chapter use Windows WordPad for explanations. Depending on the
application, the screens and operations procedures may differ.
zFor detailed explanations of the printer driver setup items, see “Online Help”.
zDue to printer driver version upgrades, actual operations may be different from the descriptions
in this manual.

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Preparing Paper
⿟Preparing Paper
This section describes how to load paper onto the holder of the unwinder.
For paper sizes and types that can be loaded onto the unwinder, see “Roll Paper Specifications” (P.8).
1
Remove the paper from the packaging.
2
Take care of the tape that is holding the
leading edge of the paper.
If there is no tape holding the leading
edge of the paper, you can just load it
as is.
(1)
Remove the tape that is holding
the leading edge.
Note
zRemove the tape that is holding the leading
edge of the paper before you use it. Do not
load paper while the tape is still attached and
feed it into the equipment. There is a risk of
damaging the equipment.
(2)
Cut off the part of the paper on
which there is leftover adhesive.
Note
zThere is a risk of adhesive being left over
after removing the tape. If paper that still
has adhesive on it is fed into the equipment,
the adhesive may stick to the feed path and
damage the equipment.
Cutting off the part of
the paper on which there
is leftover adhesive (2) Tape is removed (1)
Adhesive from tape
3
Check the leading edge of the paper
and cut it off straight.
If the leading edge of the paper is cut
straight, you can just load it as is.
Be particularly careful when replacing
paper and after removing and reloading
jammed paper.
(1)
When loading paper, cut the
leading edge of the paper straight
before loading it.
Note
zDo not cut at an angle, do not cut black
marks, and do not cut labels. Depending
on the size and shape of the leading edge,
there is a risk of skewing the print position,
not being able to print, or damaging the
equipment.
zStandard media and continuous labels
(dry edge)
zStandard media (with black marks) and
continuous labels (dry edge)
BM BM
1.2 to 4.0 mm
(0.0472 to 0.1575
inches)
Length of leading
margin when paper
is loaded
1.2 to 4.0 mm
(0.0472 to 0.1575
inches)
Length of leading
margin when paper
is loaded

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Preparing Paper
zDie-cut label paper (no black marks)
1.2 to 6.5 mm
(0.0472 to 0.2559 inches)
Length of leading liner
when paper is loaded
zDie-cut label paper (with black marks)
BM
BM
1.2 to 4.0 mm
(0.0472 to 0.1575 inches)
Length of leading margin
when paper is loaded

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Loading Media
⿟Loading Media
Load the paper onto the Unwinder. For paper sizes and types that can be loaded on the Unwinder, see
“Roll Paper Specifications” (P.8).
Note
zWhen setting roll paper, be careful not to drop it. As roll paper is heavy, when you drop it, there is a risk of injury.
zIf you drop roll paper, it may roll on the floor and cause injury to the people around.
zTo prevent roll paper from dropping, store it horizontally on a desk, etc.
zDo not use any roll paper that is not specified by the Roll Paper Specifications.
Memo
zIf the printer is turned OFF, press the <POWER> button to turn it on.
1
Open the Flange Locking Lever.
2
Remove the flange.
3
Rotate the Roll Paper Holder Knob to
contract the Roll Paper Holder shaft.