Riso GOCCOPRO QS2536 User manual

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© Copyright 2019 RISO KAGAKU CORPORATION
Preface
Thank you for purchasing this machine.
This machine is a digital screen maker that can be easily operated.
This guide contains instructions for basic operation of the machine, precautions
on use, methods for handling consumables, and a troubleshooting guide.
Carefully read this guide before using the machine. Also read this guide if you
have any question during use and whenever it is necessary, and make use of it
with the machine for many years to come.
• Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
• Mac and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc.
• , , GOCCOPRO, and RISORINC are trademarks or registered
trademarks of RISO KAGAKU CORPORATION in the United States and other
countries.
• All other product names and company names are registered trademarks or
trademarks of each company, respectively.
• The screens and content appearing in this guide may differ from the actual
product.
• The screens and messages appearing in procedures may differ depending
on the type of the computer and the application (this guide uses screens of
Windows 7).
This booklet is printed using the RISO ComColor and bound using the Perfect Binder.
The sides are trimmed afterwards.
The body of the booklet is printed on recycled paper.

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The Notation in This Guide
The notation, marks, and terminology used in this guide are indicated below.
Notation of Pages Containing Descriptions of Operations and
Functions
Pages containing descriptions of functions and operations use the following notation. Also, the names of
hard keys on the operation panel and buttons on the computer window are indicated with square brackets
[ ].
① Chapter title
② Operating procedure
An operating procedure is de-
scribed in steps.
③ Operation illustration
Shows a part related to the op-
eration such as the machine,
Control Panel, or a computer
display.
Marks Used in This Guide
A caution related to safety.
For details, see “Warning
indications” on page 12 of
this guide.
An important point to note
when operating the ma-
chine.
Supplementary information
that is convenient to know
when using the machine.
Indicates a related refer-
ence page.
Terminology Used in This
Guide
Original data Image and text data created
on a computer.
Screen making
The process for reading orig-
inal data sent from a comput-
er on the machine and perfo-
rating a screen master.
Default value
The initial value of each set-
ting immediately after the
power switch of the machine
is turned on.
Note Regarding Computer
Screens
The way dialog boxes, etc. are displayed may
differ to the way indicated in this guide, depend-
ing on the version of the operating system used
in your computer.

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Contents
Preface ................................................................................................................1
The Notation in This Guide ..................................................................................2
Notation of Pages Containing Descriptions of Operations and Functions ...............2
Marks Used in This Guide ........................................................................................2
Terminology Used in This Guide...............................................................................2
Note Regarding Computer Screens .........................................................................2
Contents ..............................................................................................................3
1. Introduction...........................................................................11
Safety Precautions.............................................................................................12
Warning Indications...........................................................................................................12
Installation Location ..........................................................................................................12
Power Connection.............................................................................................................12
Ground Connection...........................................................................................................12
Machine Handling .............................................................................................................13
Do not get your hands or arms caught...................................................................13
Caution Label....................................................................................................................14
Location of the Caution Label.................................................................................14
Content of the Thermal Print Head Caution Label..................................................14
Content of Warning Label.......................................................................................14
Before Starting Use ...........................................................................................15
Precautions for Installation................................................................................................15
Installation location .................................................................................................15
Notes on Operation Environment............................................................................15
Required Space......................................................................................................15
Precautions on Connection...............................................................................................16
Precautions for Connecting with the Power Supply................................................16
The Printer Driver....................................................................................................16
Precautions on the Connection with a Computer ...................................................16
Precautions for Use...........................................................................................................16
Handling .................................................................................................................16
Storing the Screen Master ......................................................................................16
Materials not to be printed ................................................................................................17
Features of this Machine....................................................................................18
Process from Screen Making to Printing...........................................................................18
Operation Checkpoints......................................................................................................19

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Machine Functionality .......................................................................................................19
2. Overview of this Machine .....................................................21
Names of Parts..................................................................................................22
Main Unit...........................................................................................................................22
Front/Bottom Side ...................................................................................................22
Rear/Top Side .........................................................................................................23
Control Panel ....................................................................................................................24
Information on Screen Making...........................................................................25
Direction and Size of Screen Making................................................................................25
Image Orientation ...................................................................................................25
Screen Frame Size..................................................................................................25
Screen Making Area .........................................................................................................26
Screen Making Start Position..................................................................................26
Margin and Image Area..........................................................................................26
Image Size and Orientation ..............................................................................................27
Images Larger than the Maximum Size of the Image Area ....................................27
Extremely Wide Images..........................................................................................27
Handling Original Data......................................................................................................28
Image Data with Multiple Pages.............................................................................28
Timing for Data Transmission .................................................................................28
Tips for Smooth Screen Making........................................................................................29
Screen Frame Side Guide Installation ....................................................................29
Screen Master Tension ...........................................................................................29
Preparing the Machine.......................................................................................30
Setting the Screen Frame .................................................................................................30
Connecting the Cable and Power Supply..........................................................................32
3. Installing the Printer Driver ...................................................33
Before Installation ..............................................................................................34
Installation..........................................................................................................35
Windows............................................................................................................................35
Installation Procedure.............................................................................................35
Checking the Version Information...........................................................................36
Uninstallation Procedure.........................................................................................37
Mac OS.............................................................................................................................38

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Installation Procedure.............................................................................................38
Checking the Version Information...........................................................................39
Uninstallation Procedure.........................................................................................40
4. Setting the Printer Driver ......................................................41
Operating and Setting Screen Making...............................................................42
Windows............................................................................................................................42
Transmitting the Original Data ................................................................................42
Registering the Screen Frame Size on the [Environment] Tab ...............................43
Setting the Screen Frame Size and Screen Making Process on the
[Layout] Tab............................................................................................................46
Setting the Screening Type on the [Image] Tab .....................................................48
Mac OS.............................................................................................................................50
Transmitting the Original Data ................................................................................50
Registering the Image Area....................................................................................51
Setting the Screen Frame Size in the [Option] Dialog Box.....................................53
Setting the Screen Making Process in the [Layout] Dialog Box.............................54
Setting the Screening Type in the [Image Setting] Dialog Box ..............................55
5. Custom Setting Mode...........................................................57
Settings in the Custom Setting Mode ................................................................58
Operating the Custom Setting Mode .................................................................60
Setting the Custom Setting Mode......................................................................61
Starting the Custom Setting Mode....................................................................................61
Selecting the Mode Number...................................................................................61
Changing the Entered Value (Setting) ....................................................................61
Stopping the Custom Setting Mode ..................................................................................61
Example Setting Procedure ..............................................................................................62
6. Maintenance.........................................................................63
Cleaning the Machine........................................................................................64
Thermal Print Head...........................................................................................................64
Main Unit Exterior .............................................................................................................65

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7. Troubleshooting ....................................................................67
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................68
When Operating the Machine ...........................................................................................68
When Operating the Printer Driver....................................................................................69
When Images Are Not Transferred Correctly onto the Screen..........................................72
Set Error Display...............................................................................................................74
Appendix ..................................................................................75
Manually Installing the Printer Driver.................................................................76
Manual Installation Procedure (Windows).........................................................................76
Previewing the Output Result ............................................................................77
Rotation/Mirror Image .......................................................................................................77
Original Data with Portrait Orientation ....................................................................77
Original Data with Landscape Orientation .............................................................77
Consumables and Their Disposal ......................................................................78
Screen Master...................................................................................................................78
Disposal of a Depleted Screen Master and its Core .........................................................78
Specifications.....................................................................................................79
Index ..................................................................................................................81
Informations relatives à la sécurité (Fr)..............................................................85
La notation dans ce guide..................................................................................86
Notation des pages contenant des descriptions d’opérations et de fonctions......86
Symboles utilisés dans ce guide............................................................................86
Terminologie utilisée dans ce guide .......................................................................86
Remarque concernant les écrans d’ordinateur......................................................86
Mises en garde de sécurité................................................................................87
Indications d’avertissement...............................................................................................87
Lieu d’installation ..............................................................................................................87
Branchement électrique ....................................................................................................87
Raccordement à la terre ...................................................................................................88
Manipulation de la machine ..............................................................................................88
Faire attention à ne pas se coincer les mains ou les bras .....................................89
Étiquette de mise en garde...............................................................................................90
Emplacement de l’étiquette de mise en garde.......................................................90

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Contenu de l’étiquette de précaution de la tête d’impression thermique ..............90
Contenu de l’étiquette d’avertissement ..................................................................90
Avant la première utilisation...............................................................................91
Précautions d’installation ..................................................................................................91
Lieu d’installation ....................................................................................................91
Remarques concernant l’environnement de fonctionnement.................................91
Espace requis.........................................................................................................91
Précautions concernant la connexion ...............................................................................92
Précautions lors de la connexion à l’alimentation électrique .................................92
Le pilote d’imprimante ............................................................................................92
Précautions lors de la connexion à un ordinateur ..................................................92
Précautions d’utilisation ....................................................................................................92
Manipulation ...........................................................................................................92
Stockage du master d’écran ..................................................................................93
Documents à ne pas imprimer ..........................................................................................93
Caractéristiques de cet appareil ........................................................................94
Processus de la réalisation de l’écran jusqu’à l’impression ..............................................94
Points clés de la fabrication ..............................................................................................95
Fonctionnalité de la machine ............................................................................................95
Caractéristiques.................................................................................................96
Sicherheitsinformationen (De) ...........................................................................99
Die Bezeichnungen in Diesem Handbuch .......................................................100
Bezeichnung von Seiten, die Beschreibungen der Abläufe
und Funktionen enthalten .....................................................................................100
Verwendete Zeichen in Diesem Handbuch..........................................................100
Verwendete Terminologie in Diesem Handbuch ..................................................100
Hinweis zu den Computerbildschirmen ...............................................................100
Sicherheitshinweise.........................................................................................101
Warnhinweise..................................................................................................................101
Aufstellungsort ................................................................................................................101
Netzanschluss.................................................................................................................101
Erdungsanschluss...........................................................................................................102
Gerätehandhabung .........................................................................................................102
Klemmen Sie sich Ihre Hände oder Arme nicht ein .............................................103
Warnsymbole ..................................................................................................................104
Platzierung der Warnsymbole...............................................................................104

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Inhalt des Warnaufklebers für den Thermodruckkopf ..........................................104
Inhalt des Warnaufklebers....................................................................................104
Vor Inbetriebnahme .........................................................................................105
Sicherheitshinweise zur Aufstellung................................................................................105
Aufstellungsort......................................................................................................105
Hinweise zur Betriebsumgebung .........................................................................105
Erforderlicher Platz ...............................................................................................105
Vorsichtsmaßnahmen beim Anschließen........................................................................106
Vorsichtsmaßnahmen beim Anschließen der Stromversorgung...........................106
Der Druckertreiber................................................................................................106
Vorsichtsmaßnahmen bei der Verbindung mit einem Computer..........................106
Sicherheitshinweise für den Gebrauch ...........................................................................106
Behandlung ..........................................................................................................106
Aufbewahrung der Siebdruckvorlage ..................................................................107
Materialien, die nicht bedruckt werden dürfen ................................................................107
Merkmale dieser Maschine..............................................................................108
Vorgang vom Siebdruck bis zum Bedrucken...................................................................108
Prüfpunkte für den Betrieb..............................................................................................109
Maschinenfunktionalität ..................................................................................................109
Technische Daten ............................................................................................110
Informazioni sulla sicurezza (It) .......................................................................113
Notazione a questa guida................................................................................114
Notazione di pagine contenenti descrizioni delle operazioni e delle funzioni......114
Simboli utilizzati in questa guida ..........................................................................114
Terminologia utilizzata in questa guida ................................................................114
Nota relativa alle schermate del computer...........................................................114
Precauzioni in materia di sicurezza .................................................................115
Indicazioni di avvertenza.................................................................................................115
Ambiente di installazione ................................................................................................115
Allacciamento alla rete....................................................................................................115
Messa a terra..................................................................................................................116
Manipolazione della macchina........................................................................................116
Evitare di rimanere incastrati con le mani o le braccia.........................................117
Etichetta di avvertenza....................................................................................................118
Posizione dell’etichetta di avvertenza ..................................................................118
Contenuto dell’etichetta di avvertenza della testina di stampa termica...............118

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Contenuto dell’etichetta di avvertenza .................................................................118
Prima dell’uso ..................................................................................................119
Precauzioni relative all’installazione................................................................................119
Ambiente di installazione......................................................................................119
Note sull’ambiente di funzionamento ...................................................................119
Spazio necessario ................................................................................................119
Precauzioni relative al collegamento...............................................................................120
Precauzioni relative al collegamento dell’alimentazione ......................................120
Driver della stampante .........................................................................................120
Precauzioni relative al collegamento con un computer........................................120
Precauzioni per l’uso.......................................................................................................120
Utilizzo ..................................................................................................................120
Conservazione del quadro principale ..................................................................121
Materiali da non stampare ..............................................................................................121
Caratteristiche di questa macchina..................................................................122
Processo da Screen making a Stampa...........................................................................122
Punti di controllo del funzionamento ...............................................................................123
Funzionalità della macchina............................................................................................123
Specifiche ........................................................................................................124

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Safety Precautions ............................................................................... 12
Warning Indications .......................................................................................... 12
Installation Location .......................................................................................... 12
Power Connection............................................................................................. 12
Ground Connection........................................................................................... 12
Machine Handling............................................................................................. 13
Do not get your hands or arms caught..................................................... 13
Caution Label.................................................................................................... 14
Location of the Caution Label................................................................... 14
Content of the Thermal Print Head Caution Label .................................... 14
Content of Warning Label ......................................................................... 14
Before Starting Use .............................................................................. 15
Precautions for Installation................................................................................ 15
Installation location ................................................................................... 15
Notes on Operation Environment.............................................................. 15
Required Space ........................................................................................ 15
Precautions on Connection............................................................................... 16
Precautions for Connecting with the Power Supply.................................. 16
The Printer Driver ...................................................................................... 16
Precautions on the Connection with a Computer ..................................... 16
Precautions for Use........................................................................................... 16
Handling.................................................................................................... 16
Storing the Screen Master ........................................................................ 16
Materials not to be printed ................................................................................ 17
Features of this Machine ...................................................................... 18
Process from Screen Making to Printing........................................................... 18
Operation Checkpoints ..................................................................................... 19
Machine Functionality ....................................................................................... 19
1. Introduction

1. Introduction
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This section describes the information that you need to be aware of before using this machine.
Read this section before operating this machine.
Warning Indications
The following warning indications are used to
ensure proper operation of this machine and
also to prevent hazards to the human body and
damage to property.
Ensure the content is understood clearly before
proceeding to the main text.
Indicates that incorrect
handling by ignoring
this symbol may cause
death or serious human
injury.
Indicates that incorrect
handling by ignoring
this symbol may cause
human injury or dam-
age to properties.
Installation Location
yDo not place this machine on an unstable
location, such as a wobbly base or tilted sur-
face. If this machine falls down or falls over,
the situation may result in injury.
yKeep this machine away from humid and
dusty environments. Failure to do so may
result in fire or electric shock.
yThis machine is not suitable for use by chil-
dren. Use the machine in a location not ac-
cessible by children.
Power Connection
yThe provided power cord is dedicated for
this machine. Do not use it for other electrical
products.It may result in fire or electric shock.
yDo not use the power cable tied up or coiled to
avoid the cable heating up and causing a fire.
yDo not use a branching out-
let or multiple outlet extension
plug. It may result in fire or
electric shock.
yDo not scratch, damage, or
process the power cord. Do not
damage the power cord by plac-
ing heavy objects on it or pulling
or forcibly bending it. It may re-
sult in fire or electric shock.
yDo not plug or unplug the power cord with
wet hands. It may result in electric shock.
yWhen unplugging, do not pull the power
cord (be sure to hold the plug). It could dam-
age the cord, and this may result in fire or
electric shock.
yIf this machine is not used for a long time
due to consecutive holidays, etc., be sure to
unplug the power cord to ensure safety.
yUnplug the power cord at least once a year
and clean the prongs of the plug and their
surroundings. Dust collected on these areas
may result in fire.
Ground Connection
yBe sure to insert the power plug
with a ground conductor into
the wall outlet with a ground re-
ceptacle. If the machine is not
grounded, a short circuit may oc-
cur. It may resurt in fire or electric
shock.
Safety Precautions

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Machine Handling
yDo not place a container that is filled with
water or metallic objects on this machine. If
the water spills or the water or metallic ob-
jects fall into this machine, it may result in
fire or electric shock.
yDo not use combustible spray and flamma-
ble solvent near this machine. If the sprayed
gas or flammable solvent contacts the elec-
trical parts inside the mechanical system, it
may result in fire or electric shock.
yDo not insert or drop foreign matter, such
as metallic parts or highly combustible mat-
ter, into this machine through any opening. It
may result in fire or electric shock.
yDo not remove the covers of this machine.
Removing the covers may result in electric
shock.
yDo not disassemble or modify
this machine. It may result in
fire or electric shock.
yThe thermal head and sur-
rounding metal parts are hot
while the power is on, or just
after the power is switched off.
Do not touch it to avoid burn-
ing yourself. When cleaning
the machine, wait until it has
cooled down.
yDo not let someone who does not know how
to use the machine touch it. It may cause an
unexpected accident by touching danger-
ous parts or by starting the machine unin-
tentionally.
yIf this machine emits exces-
sive heat, smoke or foul odor,
immediately turn off the pow-
er switch, unplug the power
cord, and consult your dealer
or authorized service repre-
sentative. Failure to do so may
result in fire or electric shock.
For more information, consult
your dealer or authorized ser-
vice representative.
yIf foreign matter enters this ma-
chine, immediately turn off the
power switch of the main unit,
unplug the power cord and con-
sult your dealer or authorized
service representative. If you
continue to use this machine
without taking appropriate mea-
sures, it may result in fire or
electric shock.
yNever put your finger into an opening, etc. of
this machine. It may result in injury.
yIf lifting or moving the machine, be sure to
hold the bottom of the main unit. Holding the
upper part of the main unit may cause it to
fall and result in injury.
yThe machine weighs approximately 70 kg (154 lb).
Take adequate precautions when packaging, in-
stalling, and moving the machine.
Do not get your hands or
arms caught
The warning label in-
dicates the possibility
of injury caused by
your hand or arm get-
ting caught in a cover
or insertion slot, etc.
zDo not insert your hands or allow your cloth-
ing to get caught when the Screen Making
Unit is moving. It may result in injury.

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Caution Label
For safety use, the caution label below is adhered to this unit. When operating or maintaining this unit, read
the instructions on the caution labels for safe use.
Do not remove or dirty the label. If the label is not stuck on the unit, turned out or unreadable, contact your
dealer or authorized service representative.
Location of the Caution Label
The locations of the caution labels (warning) are shown below.
Front/Bottom side
Rear/Top side
Warning Label
Thermal Print Head Caution Label
Content of the Thermal Print Head Caution Label
The location indicated by this label (Thermal Print Head) is at a high temperature. Since the Thermal Print
Head is very delicate, avoid shocks or scratches with a hard object.
Content of Warning Label
The warning label indicates the possibility of injury caused by getting your hand or arm caught while the
Screen Making Unit is moving.

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Precautions for
Installation
Installation location
zThe installation location of this machine will
be determined in consultation with you during
delivery.
zThe installation location of the machine
should be fixed. When you want to move this
machine, consult your dealer or authorized
service representative.
zDo not install this machine in the locations
listed below. Failure to observe this precau-
tion may result in malfunction, failure, or acci-
dent.
yLocations with exposure to
direct sunlight and locations
close to windows (cover
the windows with curtains if
necessary)
yLocations that are subject to sudden chang-
es in temperature
yExtremely hot and humid locations or cold
and dry locations
yLocations exposed to fire or heat, direct
cold air (e.g., air conditioner), direct hot air
(e.g., heater), or where heat is transmitted
yLocations with poor permeability and ven-
tilation
yDusty places
yLocations without sufficient strength such
as work table
Notes on Operation
Environment
zInstall the machine in a place whose level-
ness is within the following specified range.
(Levelness for installation: 10 mm (0.39") or
less both lengthwise and widthwise)
Adjuster Feet uP. 2 2
zThe appropriate environment
conditions are as follows.
yTemperature range:
15 °C to 30 °C
(59 °F to 86 °F)
yHumidity range:
40 % to 70 %
(no condensation)
Required Space
This machine requires the following space.
Units: mm (inch)
1230 (48.43)
800 (31.50)
480
(18.90)
150
(5.91)
Front
Side
Before Starting Use

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Precautions on
Connection
Precautions for Connecting
with the Power Supply
zBe sure to plug in the power
cord securely to prevent poor
contact in the power plug sec-
tion.
zLocate this machine near the electric outlet.
The Printer Driver
This printer driver is designed for screen making
by transmitting original data from your computer.
The printer driver is contained in the included
CD-ROM. When making a screen master for
the first time, it is necessary to install the printer
driver.
Precautions on the
Connection with a
Computer
zBefore using the machine, be sure to install
the printer driver from the included CD-ROM.
Do not connect the machine with the comput-
er before installing the printer driver.
zThis machine must be connected with a com-
puter via a commercially available USB cable
(less than 3 m (10 feet), compliant with Hi-
Speed USB).
zThe maximum allowable voltage for USB con-
nector input and output is 5 V.
Precautions for Use
Handling
zThe machine is a precision machine. Do not
place heavy objects on the machine or do not
apply a shock or excessive force to it.
zDo not insert your fingers or hands into the
thermal head part and movable parts.
zDo not move the Screen Making Unit with
your hands. Use the Custom Setting mode to
move the Screen Making Unit to the center.
zDo not turn off the power or unplug the power
cord during operation.
zWhile the machine is running, do not move a
screen frame and do not move the machine.
zDo not open the Screen Making Unit during
operation.
zThis machine contains precision parts and
drive mechanisms. Perform only the proce-
dures described in this guide.
zClean this machine frequently. If a foreign ma-
terial is on a screen, the thermal head will be
damaged. Do not use highly-soluble organic
solvents such as thinner and benzene for clean-
ing. If they are used, coating peeling and failures
will occur. For cleaning, use neutral detergent.
zFor the machine, use the specified RISO
Digital Screen Master and RISO DIGITAL
SCREEN QS MASTER. If other screens are
used, the quality will not be guaranteed.
Screen Master uP. 7 8
Storing the Screen Master
Properly store the screen master. Do not store
those parts in the locations listed below.
yLocations with exposure to
direct sunlight and locations
close to windows (cover
the windows with curtains if
necessary)
yLocations that are subject to sudden chang-
es in temperature
yExtremely hot and humid locations or cold
and dry locations

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Materials not to be
printed
Do not use this machine in any manner which vi-
olates the laws or infringes on established copy-
rights, even when making copies for personal
use. Consult your local authorities for further
details. In general, use discretion and common
sense.

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This machine is a digital screen maker exclusively designed for RISO Digital Screen Masters.Attach a screen to the screen
frame and set it on the machine to perform screen making. This guide describes the process until “3. Screen making”.
Process from Screen Making to Printing
Features of this Machine
Install the “RISO GOCCOPRO Printer
Driver” to your computer.
Installation Procedure:
For Windows uP. 3 5
For Mac OS uP. 3 8
1. Initial setup
Set the screen frame on the machine.
Setting the Screen Frame uP. 3 0
Connect the machine to the computer
via a USB cable, and turn the power
switch of the machine on.
Connecting the Cable and Power Supply
uP. 3 2
2. Preparing screen making
Transmit the original data.
Print!
Transmitting the Original Data :
For Windows uP. 4 2
For Mac OS uP. 5 0
Screen making starts.
Screen making is complete.
3. Screen making
Print with ink suitable for the material
and intended use.
4. Printing