Panasonic DA-MC700 User manual

Digital Imaging System
DA-MC700
Operating Instructions (For PostScript)
Before operating this machine, please read
these instructions completely and keep these
operating instructions for future reference. English

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Contents are subject to change without notice.
Printed in Japan.

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Preface
Thank you for purchasing the PostScript Driver Library.
These Operating Instructions contain information on the various types of software included
in the PostScript Printer Driver & Documentation CD-ROM as well as on how to install and
use them. Please read this manual first before you begin to use the software to ensure smooth
operation.
This manual is written with the assumption that you are familiar with the basics of the
Microsoft Windows Operating System and Macintosh, and that you have understood the
operation of the printer with the aid of the Operating Instructions (For Printer). You may also
refer to their respective user manuals regarding the basic knowledge and operation method
of the product. Note that this manual is written for users operating the DP-6000/7000* with a
client computer installed with an English edition operating system only.
After reading, keep these operating instructions handy for a quick reference should you
encounter any difficulties when using the machine.
* DP-6000 USA/Canada only.

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PostScript Driver Library
The following types of software are included in the PostScript Printer Driver &
Documentation CD-ROM.
Types of Software Included
The “Readme.txt” files contain important information. Be sure to read them.
Printer Driver (for Windows 95/98/Me)
Adobe PostScript driver (AdobePS 4.4) for Windows 95/98/Me, including a
PPD file to add Panasonic printer information to the driver. Refer to section
“1.2 Installing the Printer Driver (AdobePS 4.4)” to install the printer driver.
Printer Driver (for Windows NT 4.0)
Adobe PostScript driver (AdobePS 5.1) for Windows NT 4.0, including a PPD
file to add Panasonic printer information to the driver. Refer to section “2.2
Installing the Printer Driver (AdobePS 5.1)” to install the printer driver.
Printer Driver (for Windows 2000)
Microsoft PostScript driver (MS PScript 5) for Windows 2000, including a PPD
file to add Panasonic printer information to the driver. Refer to section “3.2
Installing the Printer Driver (Microsoft PScript 5)” to install the printer driver.
ATM (for Windows 95/98/Me and Windows NT 4.0)
Adobe Type Manager for Windows 95/98/Me and Windows NT 4.0.
Adobe Screen Fonts (for Windows 95/98/Me and Windows NT 4.0)
Includes 136 typefaces of screen fonts which are standard for Adobe PostScript
3. There are 19 TrueType fonts and 117 PostScript fonts. To install these fonts,
open the Fonts folder in Control Panel and from the “File” menu, choose the
appropriate command.
Acrobat Reader (for Windows 95/98/Me, Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 2000)
Adobe Acrobat Reader for Windows 95/98/Me, Windows NT 4.0 and Windows
2000 to view and print PDF (Portable Document Format) files.

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Printer Driver (for Macintosh)
Adobe PostScript driver (AdobePS 8.5/8.7) for Macintosh. Refer to section “4.3
Installing the Printer Driver (AdobePS 8.5/8.7)” for the details.
PS Utility (for Macintosh)
This is used to specify printer settings from Macintosh. Refer to section “4.6
Panasonic PS Utility” for the details.
ATM (for Macintosh)
Adobe Type Manager for Macintosh.
Adobe Screen Fonts (for Macintosh)
Includes 136 typefaces of screen fonts which are standard for Adobe PostScript
3. There are 19 TrueType fonts and 117 PostScript fonts. In addition, 37
PostScript fonts of the Central European (CE) character set are included. Refer
to section “4.5 Installing the Adobe Screen Fonts” to install the fonts.
Acrobat Reader (for Macintosh)
Adobe Acrobat Reader for Macintosh to view and print PDF files.

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Contents
Preface........................................................................................................ i
PostScript Driver Library ......................................................................... ii
Contents ................................................................................................... iv
About the Attached CD-ROM................................................................. vi
Using These Operating Instructions ....................................................... vii
Chapter 1 Installing the Printer Driver for Windows 95/98/Me
1.1 About the Software ...................................................................................... 2
1.1.1 Bundled Software ............................................................................ 2
1.1.2 Hardware/Software Requirements................................................... 2
1.2 Installing the Printer Driver (AdobePS 4.4)................................................ 3
1.2.1 Method of Installation ..................................................................... 3
1.2.2 Optional Settings ............................................................................. 7
1.2.3 Features List..................................................................................... 8
1.3 Using Help ................................................................................................. 11
Chapter 2 Installing the Printer Driver for Windows NT 4.0
2.1 About the Software .................................................................................... 14
2.1.1 Bundled Software .......................................................................... 14
2.1.2 Hardware/Software Requirements................................................. 14
2.2 Installing the Printer Driver (AdobePS 5.1).............................................. 15
2.2.1 Method of Installation ................................................................... 15
2.2.2 Optional Settings ........................................................................... 20
2.2.3 Printer Features .............................................................................. 21
2.3 Using Help ................................................................................................. 23
Chapter 3 Installing the Printer Driver for Windows 2000
3.1 About the Software .................................................................................... 26
3.1.1 Bundled Software .......................................................................... 26
3.1.2 Hardware/Software Requirements................................................. 26
3.2 Installing the Printer Driver (Microsoft PScript 5) ................................... 27
3.2.1 Method of Installation ................................................................... 27
3.2.2 Optional Settings ........................................................................... 32
3.2.3 Printer Features .............................................................................. 33
3.3 Using Help ................................................................................................. 36

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Chapter 4 Installing the Printer Driver for Macintosh
4.1 Configuring the Printer .............................................................................. 38
4.1.1 Enabling Port and Setting Protocol ............................................... 38
4.1.2 Other Settings ................................................................................ 40
4.2 About the Software .................................................................................... 41
4.2.1 Bundled Software .......................................................................... 41
4.2.2 Hardware/Software Requirements................................................. 41
4.3 Installing the Printer Driver (AdobePS 8.5/8.7)........................................ 42
4.3.1 Installing the Printer Driver........................................................... 42
4.3.2 Configuring the Printer Driver ...................................................... 44
4.4 Printer Features .......................................................................................... 47
4.4.1 Printer Specific Options................................................................. 47
4.5 Installing the Adobe Screen Fonts............................................................. 49
Appendix
A Cautions/Limitations.................................................................................. 52
Index...................................................................................................... 54

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About the Attached CD-ROM
The following are files included in CD-ROM “PostScript Printer Driver & Documentation”.
About the attached CD-ROM
CD-ROM for the PS3 (PostScript 3) kit: “PostScript Printer Driver &
Documentation (Macintosh/Windows)”
• AdobePS (Adobe PS printer drivers and PPD files)
(for Windows 95/98/Me, Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000, Macintosh)
• ATM (Adobe Type Manager)
(for Windows 95/98/Me, Windows NT 4.0, Macintosh)
• SFONT (Adobe PS 3 Screen Font) (TrueType/Type 1)
(for Windows 95/98/Me, Windows NT 4.0, Macintosh)
• ACROBAT (Adobe Acrobat Reader)
(for Windows 95/98/Me, Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000, Macintosh)
• Manual (in PDF format):
PostScript.pdf: “Operating Instructions (For PostScript)”
• Readme.txt
Manuals Bundled With DP-6000/7000
Several manuals are bundled with DP-6000/7000 machine, including Operating
Instructions (For Copier), Operating Instructions (For Printer), and Operating
Instructions (For Scanner). These manuals explain how to set up, manage, and
use the machine.

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Organization of This Manual
The following is a brief summary of each chapter.
Chapter 1 Installing the Printer Driver for Windows 95/98/Me
This chapter explains the procedure of installing the Adobe printer driver on
Microsoft Windows 95/98/Me operating systems, the necessary settings and the
items that can be set during printing.
Chapter 2 Installing the Printer Driver for Windows NT 4.0
This chapter explains the procedure of installing the Adobe printer driver on
Microsoft Windows NT Workstation operating system version 4.0 and
Microsoft Windows NTServer network operating system version 4.0, the
necessary settings and the items that can be set during printing.
Chapter 3 Installing the Printer Driver for Windows 2000
This chapter explains the procedure of installing the Microsoft Windows 2000
printer driver on Microsoft Windows 2000 operating system and Microsoft
Windows 2000 Server network operating system, the necessary settings and the
items that can be set during printing.
Chapter 4 Installing the Printer Driver for Macintosh
This chapter explains how to install the printer driver, fonts and utility on the
Macintosh, and at the same time, how to utilize them.
Appendix
This section explains how to download the latest version of the software from
the internet, the points which you have to take note, and the limitations of the
printer.
Using These Operating Instructions

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Conventions
The following icons are used in this manual.
Indicates important information and must be read in detail.
Indicates supplementary information.
Indicates references used in this manual. Manual titles are noted without
double quotes while specific sections like “4.2.2 Hardware/Software
Requirements” are found within double quotes.
The following conventions are used in this manual.
“ ” : Double quotes are used to indicate names of files,
windows, dialog boxes and input contents.
E.g. The “Run” dialog box appears.
Bold face : Boldface characters refer to window menu items,
dialog box items and all kinds of buttons.
E.g. Click OK.
When a checkbox is checked, it indicates ON, otherwise it indicates OFF.
E.g. “Image Enhancement” is on. “Image Enhancement” is off.
The item with the radio button checked is the selected item.
E.g. “Millimetre” is selected.