Sony FilmStation UP-DF550 User manual

3-096-154-19(1)
2018-06
Digital Film Imager
© 2007 Sony Corporation
UP-DF550
Instructions for Use Page 2
Setup Manual Page 47
This manual is comprised of the Instructions for Use and the Setup Manual.
The Instructions for Use gives the information on how to use the printer for the
routine work.
The Setup Manual gives the system administrator the information needed to setup
the printer and connect it to the network.

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Indications for Use/Intended Use
The Sony UP-DF550 printer is a compact, medical
grade film imager that can accept digital signal input.
It is designed to be interfaced with radiology imaging
systems such as computerized tomography, magnetic
resonance imaging, digital radiography imaging,
computed radiography imaging and other compatible
medical imaging systems and produce film prints of still
images scanned by these systems for the diagnostic, the
patient record or referrals.
Notes
• This equipment is for medical professionals.
• This equipment is intended for use in examination
rooms in medical environments.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do
not expose this equipment to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the
cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel
only.
No modification of this equipment is allowed.
WARNING
To avoid the risk of electric shock, this
equipment must only be connected to a supply
mains with protective earth.
WARNING
Symbols on the product
Consult the instructions for use
Follow the directions in the instructions for
use for parts of the unit on which this symbol
appears.
This symbol indicates the manufacturer, and
appears next to the manufacturer’s name and
address.
This symbol indicates the EU Importer, and
appears next to the EU Importer’s name and
address.
This symbol indicates the European
Community representative, and appears next
to the European Community representative’s
name and address.
This symbol indicates the date of
manufacture.
This symbol indicates the serial number.
This symbol indicates the version of the
accompanying document.
This symbol indicates the equipotential
terminal which brings the various parts of a
system to the same potential.
This symbol indicates parts that may be hot.
Take caution when touching parts marked
with this symbol.
Storage and transport temperature
This symbol indicates the acceptable
temperature range for storage and transport
environments.
Storage and transport humidity
This symbol indicates the acceptable
humidity range for storage and transport
environments.
Storage and transport pressure
This symbol indicates the acceptable
atmospheric pressure range for storage and
transport environments.

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Important safeguards and notices for use
in the medical environments
1. All devices connected to the unit must be certified or
compliant according to IEC 60601-1, IEC 60950-1,
and IEC 60065 standards and other IEC/ISO
standards applicable to the devices.
2. Furthermore, the system as a whole must comply
with IEC 60601-1 standards. All peripheral devices
connected to the signal input/output sections of the
unit constitute the medical-use system, and
therefore, the user is responsible for ensuring that the
system as a whole complies with IEC 60601-1
standards. If in doubt, consult qualified Sony service
personnel.
3. Do not come into contact with patients while you are
in contact with the unit.
The unit cannot be used in the patient environment.
Patient Environment
4. Connecting the unit to other devices may increase the
leakage current.
5. For all peripheral devices connected to the unit that
operate on commercial power supplies and do not
comply with IEC 60601-1 standards, incorporate an
isolation transformer that complies with IEC 60601-
1 standards and connect to the commercial power
supply via the transformer.
6. The unit generates, uses, and may radiate radio
frequency energy. If it is not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, it may cause
interference on other devices. If the unit causes
interference (which can be determined by
disconnecting the power cord from the unit), try the
following.
– Relocate the unit with respect to the affected
devices.
– Connect the unit and the affected devices to
different branch circuits.
For more information, consult qualified Sony service
personnel.
(Applicable standard: IEC 60601-1-2)
For accessories
This symbol indicates the batch code.
This symbol indicates the do not reuse.
This symbol indicates the use-by date.
R1.5m

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Important EMC notices for use in medical environments
• The UP-DF550 needs special precautions regarding EMC and needs to be installed and put into service according to
the EMC information provided in the instructions for use.
• The UP-DF550 is intended for use in a professional healthcare facility environment.
• Portable and mobile RF communications equipment, such as cellular phones, can affect the UP-DF550.
Warning
• Portable RF communications equipment should be used no closer than 30 cm (12 inches) to any part of the
UP-DF550. Otherwise, degradation of the performance of this equipment could result.
• If the UP-DF550 will be used adjacent to or stacked with other equipment, normal operation of the UP-DF550 under
such configurations should be verified via observation.
• The use of accessories and cables other than those specified, with the exception of replacement parts sold by Sony
Corporation, may result in increased emissions or decreased immunity of the UP-DF550.
Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic emissions
The UP-DF550 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of
the UP-DF550 should assure that it is used in such an environment.
Emission test Compliance Electromagnetic environment – guidance
RF emissions
CISPR 11 Group 1
The UP-DF550 uses RF energy only for its internal
function. Therefore, its RF emissions are very low and are
not likely to cause any interference in nearby electronic
equipment.
RF emissions
CISPR 11
Class B
The UP-DF550 is suitable for use in all establishments,
including domestic establishments and those directly
connected to the public low-voltage power supply network
that supplies buildings used for domestic purposes.
Harmonic emissions
IEC 61000-3-2
Class A
Voltage fluctuations/
flicker emissions
IEC 61000-3-3
Complies

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Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic immunity
The UP-DF550 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of
the UP-DF550 should assure that it is used in such an environment.
Immunity test IEC 60601
test level Compliance level Electromagnetic environment – guidance
Electrostatic
discharge (ESD)
±8 kV contact ±8 kV contact Floors should be wood, concrete or ceramic tile. If
floors are covered with synthetic material, a relative
humidity of at least 30% is recommended.
IEC 61000-4-2 ±15 kV air ±15 kV air
Electrical fast
transient/burst
±2 kV for power
supply lines
±2 kV for power
supply lines
Mains power quality should be that of a typical
commercial or hospital environment.
IEC 61000-4-4 ±1 kV for input/
output lines
±1 kV for input/
output lines
Surge ±1 kV line(s) to
line(s)
±1 kV differential
mode
Mains power quality should be that of a typical
commercial or hospital environment.
IEC 61000-4-5 ±2 kV line(s) to
earth
±2 kV common
mode
Voltage dips, short
interruptions and
voltage variations
on power supply
input lines
IEC 61000-4-11
0% UT
(100% dip in UT)
for 0.5/1 cycles a
40% UT
(60% dip in UT)
for 5 cycles
70% UT
(30% dip in UT)
for 25/30 cycles a
(for 0.5 sec)
0% UT
(100% dip in UT)
for 250/300 cycles a
(for 5 sec)
0% UT
(100% dip in UT)
for 0.5/1 cycles a
40% UT
(60% dip in UT)
for 5 cycles
70% UT
(30% dip in UT)
for 25/30 cycles a
(for 0.5 sec)
0% UT
(100% dip in UT)
for 250/300 cycles a
(for 5 sec)
Mains power quality should be that of a typical
commercial or hospital environment. If the user of
the UP-DF550 requires continued operation during
power mains interruptions, it is recommended that
the UP-DF550 be powered from an uninterruptible
power supply or a battery.
Power frequency
(50/60 Hz)
magnetic field
IEC 61000-4-8
30 A/m 30 A/m Power frequency magnetic fields should be at levels
characteristic of a typical location in a typical
commercial or hospital environment.
NOTE: UTis the a.c. mains voltage prior to application of the test level.
a For example, 10/12 means 10 cycles at 50 Hz or 12 cycles at 60 Hz.

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Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic immunity
The UP-DF550 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of
the UP-DF550 should assure that it is used in such an environment.
Immunity test IEC 60601
test level Compliance level Electromagnetic environment – guidance
Portable and mobile RF communications equipment
should be used no closer to any part of the UP-DF550,
including cables, than the recommended separation
distance calculated from the equation appliance to the
frequency of the transmitter.
Recommended separation distance
Conducted RF
IEC 61000-4-6
3 Vrms
150 kHz to 80 MHz
outside ISM bands c
3 Vrms d= 1.2 √P
6 Vrms
150 kHz to 80 MHz
in ISM bands c
6 Vrms
Radiated RF 3 V/m 3 V/m IEC 60601-1-2: 2007
d= 1.2 √P80 MHz to 800 MHz
d= 2.3 √P800 MHz to 2.5 GHz
IEC 60601-1-2: 2014
d= 2.0 √P80 MHz to 2.7 GHz
Where Pis the maximum output power rating of the
transmitter in watts (W) according to the transmitter
manufacturer and dis the recommended separation
distance in meters (m).
Field strengths from fixed RF transmitters, as
determined by an electromagnetic site survey, ashould
be less than the compliance level in each frequency
range. b
Interference may occur in the vicinity of equipment
marked with following symbol:
IEC 61000-4-3 80 MHz to 2.7 GHz
NOTE 1: At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the higher frequency range applies.
NOTE 2: These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption
and reflection from structures, objects and people.

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a Field strengths from fixed transmitters, such as base stations for radio (cellular/cordless) telephones and land
mobile radios, amateur radio, AM and FM radio broadcast and TV broadcast cannot be predicted theoretically with
accuracy. To assess the electromagnetic environment due to fixed RF transmitters, an electromagnetic site survey
should be considered. If the measured field strength in the location in which the UP-DF550 is used exceeds the
applicable RF compliance level above, the UP-DF550 should be observed to verify normal operation. If abnormal
performance is observed, additional measures may be necessary, such as reorienting or relocating the UP-DF550.
b Over the frequency range 150 kHz to 80 MHz, field strengths should be less than 3 V/m.
c The ISM (industrial, scientific and medical) bands between 150 kHz and 80 MHz are 6.765 MHz to 6.795 MHz;
13.553 MHz to 13.567 MHz; 26.957 MHz to 27.283 MHz; and 40.66 MHz to 40.70 MHz.
Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications equipment
and the UP-DF550
The UP-DF550 is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are
controlled. The customer or the user of the UP-DF550 can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining
a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (transmitters) and the UP-DF550
as recommended below, according to the maximum output power of the communications equipment.
Rated maximum
output power of
transmitter
W
Separation distance according to frequency of transmitter
m
IEC 60601-1-2 : 2007 IEC 60601-1-2 : 2014
150 kHz to
80 MHz
d= 1.2 √P
80 MHz to
800 MHz
d= 1.2 √P
800 MHz to
2.5 GHz
d= 2.3 √P
150 kHz to
80 MHz
d= 1.2 √P
80 MHz to
2.7 GHz
d= 2.0 √P
0.01 0.12 0.12 0.23 0.12 0.20
0.1 0.38 0.38 0.73 0.38 0.63
1 1.2 1.2 2.3 1.2 2.0
10 3.8 3.8 7.3 3.8 6.3
100 12 12 23 12 20
For transmitters rated a maximum output power not listed above, the recommended separation distance din meters
(m) can be estimated using the equation applicable to the frequency of the transmitter, where Pis the maximum
output power rating of the transmitter in watts (W) according to the transmitter manufacturer.
NOTE 1: At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the separation distance for the higher frequency range applies.
NOTE 2: These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption
and reflection from structures, objects and people.

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Caution
When you dispose of the unit or accessories, you must
obey the laws in the relative area or country and the
regulations in the relative hospital regarding
environmental pollution.
Warning on power connections
Use a proper power cord for your local power supply.
1. Use the approved Power Cord (3-core mains lead) /
Appliance Connector / Plug with earthing-contacts
that conforms to the safety regulations of each
country if applicable.
2. Use the Power Cord (3-core mains lead) / Appliance
Connector / Plug conforming to the proper ratings
(Voltage, Ampere).
If you have questions on the use of the above Power
Cord / Appliance Connector / Plug, please consult a
qualified service personnel.
Caution
When the unit is moved, place the unit in a horizontal
position and lift it by holding corners of the bottom plate
with 4 people.
Do not move the unit in a vertical position.
Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic immunity
The UP-DF550 is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are
controlled. Portable RF communications equipment should be used no closer than 30 cm (12 inches) to any part of the
UP-DF550. Otherwise, degradation of the performance of this equipment could result.
Immunity test Band aService aModulation IEC 60601
test level Compliance level
Proximity fields
from RF wireless
communications
equipment
IEC 61000-4-3
380 – 390 MHz TETRA 400 Pulse modulation
18 Hz 27 V/m 27 V/m
430 – 470 MHz GMRS 460
FRS 460
FM
±5 kHz deviation
1 kHz sine
28 V/m 28 V/m
704 – 787 MHz LTE Band 13, 17 Pulse modulation
217 Hz 9 V/m 9 V/m
800 – 960 MHz
GSM 800/900
TETRA 800
iDEN 820
CDMA 850
LTE Band 5
Pulse modulation
18 Hz 28 V/m 28 V/m
1,700 – 1,990 MHz
GSM 1800
CDMA 1900
GSM 1900
DECT
LTE Band 1, 3, 4,
25
UMTS
Pulse modulation
217 Hz 28 V/m 28 V/m
2,400 – 2,570 MHz
Bluetooth
WLAN
802. 11 b/g/n
RFID 2450
LTE Band 7
Pulse modulation
217 Hz 28 V/m 28 V/m
5,100 – 5,800 MHz WLAN 802. 11 a/n Pulse modulation
217 Hz 9 V/m 9 V/m
NOTE: These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption and
reflection from structures, objects and people.
a For some services, only the uplink frequencies are included.

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For the customers in Europe
Hereby, Sony Corporation declares that the radio
equipment type UP-DF550 is in compliance with
Directive 2014/53/EU.
The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is
available at the following internet address:
http://www.compliance.sony.de/
Caution
Do not use the device in a MR (Magnetic Resonance)
environment.
It may cause a malfunction, fire, and unwanted
movement.
For the customers in Taiwan only
For the customers in Europe
Sony Professional Solutions Europe - Standard
Warranty and Exceptions on Standard Warranty.
Please visit http://www.pro.sony.eu/warranty for
important information and complete terms and
conditions.

Instructions for Use
Table of Contents
Introduction
System Overview ..................................................12
System Configuration Example ..........................12
Location and Function of Parts and Controls ...13
Preparation
Supplied Accessories ............................................15
Assembly ..........................................................15
Placing the Unit ....................................................16
Connections ..........................................................17
Turning the Unit On or Off ...............................17
Operation
Loading Film Sheets ............................................19
Recommended Film Sheets ..............................19
Loading Film Sheets .........................................19
Printing .................................................................24
Adjustment
Adjustment and Setting Using a Menu ..............26
Menu Flow ........................................................27
Menu Operation ...................................................28
Confirming Information ....................................28
Adjusting the Print Quality ...............................28
Calibrating the Printing Density .......................31
Selecting a Gamma Curve ................................33
IP Address .........................................................33
Other Settings .......................................................34
Miscellaneous
Precautions ...........................................................35
Safety ................................................................35
Installation ........................................................35
Transporting the Unit ........................................35
Cleaning the Cabinet .........................................35
Maintenance ......................................................35
Specifications ........................................................38
Messages ................................................................40
Error Messages .................................................40
Other Messages .................................................41

Troubleshooting ....................................................41
If Damage is Suspected .....................................41
If the Film Sheets Jams .....................................41
Index ......................................................................46

Introduction
System Overview / System Configuration Example
12
Introduction
System Overview
The UP-DF550 digital film imager is a thermal printer
designed to reproduce image data in DICOM format
sent via a network.
It prints images by pressing a thermal head, heated
according to the input image data, against special
thermal film.
The UP-DF550 has the following functions:
• Equipped with DICOM (Digital Imaging and
Communications in Medicine) features
The DICOM portion of the unit receives image data in
DICOM format sent from the modality via the
network, processes it at the size of the blue thermal
film selected either by enlarging or reducing image
size.
• High quality and high print resolution
The unit allows you to print out in high-resolution
black and white (4096 shades) and in high-resolution
print mode (320 dpi).
• Suitable for diagnosis using image data captured by
diagnosis equipment
You can select the type of blue thermal film from
among the following standard film sizes used for
modality: 14 × 17 (about 353 × 430 mm), 11 × 14
(about 279 × 355 mm), 10 × 12 (about 253 × 304 mm),
8 × 10 (about 202 × 253 mm). Also, the unit provides
sufficient high picture quality for image diagnosis.
• Space saving
You can place the unit either horizontally or vertically.
This allows you to design your system configuration
freely in accordance with the location.
Note
Casters (sold separately) are necessary for vertical
placement.
System Configuration
Example
The system allows you to make printouts of the data in
DICOM format, sent from image diagnosis equipment
such as CTs, MRIs, CR, DR and so on.
The following shows a system configuration example.
Personal computer for
managing the system
DICOM LAN network
DICOM server
UP-DF550
Modality
Image diagnosis
equipment and so on
Modality
Image diagnosis
equipment and so on
Modality
Image diagnosis
equipment and so on
Modality
Image diagnosis
equipment and so on

Introduction
Location and Function of Parts and Controls 13
Location and Function
of Parts and Controls
For details, refer to the pages given in parentheses.
ALiquid Crystal Display (LCD) (19)
Displays the size and remaining amount of film
sheets loaded in the trays.
Upper row: Displays the size and the remaining
amount of film sheets loaded in film tray 1. Film
tray 1 is reserved for use with UPT-517BL film
sheets.
Lower row: Displays the size and the remaining
amount of film sheets loaded in film tray 2.
Menus are displayed during a menu operation.
Error messages are displayed when an error
condition occurs.
BFilm remaining confirmation indicator (19)
Allows you to check the remaining amount of film
sheets in the film tray.
When the film sheets are loaded in both trays:
Lights in green.
When the film sheets loaded in either film tray 1
or film tray 2 have been used up: Lights in yellow,
and the message is displayed on the LCD.
When the film sheets loaded in both trays have
been used up: Goes off. The ALARM indicator
lights in orange and the message is displayed on the
LCD.
CPRINT indicator
Lights in green while the unit is printing.
DALARM indicator (40)
Lights in orange when film sheets have been used
up in both film trays, film sheet jams occur, or other
problems occur.
EFront cover (44)
Open when you clean the thermal head and filters,
and when you replace the cleaning roller with a new
one. Also open this when you remove a jammed
film sheets.
FTOP cover (43)
Open when removing a jammed film sheet.
GVentilation holes
There is a built-in fan to prevent the thermal head
from overheating.
HEJECT TRAY button
Push this button to pull film tray 1 out. This button
is activated when the power is on and all covers are
closed.
IEJECT TRAY button
Push this button to pull film tray 2 out. This button
is activated when the power is on and all covers are
closed.
JFilm output slot
Printed film sheets (printouts) are ejected from film
tray 2 here.
KOutput tray (15)
Printed film sheets (printouts) ejected from film
tray 2 are accumulated on this output tray.
Front panel
Rear panel

Introduction
Location and Function of Parts and Controls
14
LFront cover lock lever
Used to open the front cover.
MFilm output slot
Printed film sheets (printouts) are ejected from film
tray 1 here.
NFilm tray 1 (19)
Reserved for use with UPT-517BL film sheets.
Load UPT-517BL film sheets into this tray. Also,
ejected film sheets accumulate on this tray.
OFilm tray 2 (19)
Load the desired film sheets from among the UPT-
514BL/512BL/510BL film sheets into this tray.
Since the size of each type of film sheet is different,
you must adjust the size for the film sheets you are
using. The size of the film tray has been adjusted for
UPT-510BL film sheets at the factory. For details
on using the UPT-512BL or UPT-514BL film
sheets, consult your Sony dealer.
P1ON/STANDBY switch/indicator (18)
Press this switch to set the unit power to on. When
the power is on, the indicator lights in green. To set
the unit power off, press this switch again. The
indicator blinks, and then goes off.
Pressing this switch while the indicator is blinking
turns the power back on.
Note
If the ?/amain power switch on the rear panel is
not set to on, the power is not on even though the
1ON/STANDBY switch on the front panel is
pressed.
QEXEC button (28)
Use this button in menu operations.
RG, g, F, f(Cursor control) buttons (28)
Press these buttons to increase or decrease the
setting values. Also press these buttons to select
menu items.
SMENU button (28)
Press this button to display menus on the printer
window display. Also press this button to return to
the normal window.
TRear cover 1 (43)
Open this cover when removing jammed film
sheets loaded in film tray 1.
URear cover 2 (43)
Open this cover when removing jammed film
sheets loaded in film tray 2.
VNetwork connector (RJ-45 modular jack)
(17)
Conforms to the 100BASE-TX standard. Used to
connect to a LAN.
Caution
For safety, do not connect the connector to
peripheral device wiring that might have excessive
voltage.
Follow the instructions for use for this port.
WCable stopper
Secures the network cable to prevent it from being
disconnected.
X-AC IN connector (17)
Use the proper power cord for your local power
supply (not supplied). Refer to “Warning on power
connections” on page 8.
WARNING
To disconnect the main power, unplug the power
plug.
When installing the unit, incorporate a readily
accessible disconnect device in the fixed wiring, or
connect the power plug to an easily accessible
socket-outlet near the unit.
Do not position the ME equipment where it is
difficult to unplug the power plug.
If a fault should occur during operation of the unit,
operate the disconnect device to switch the power
supply off, or disconnect the power plug.
Y?/amain power switch (18, 18)
This switch is the main power switch of the unit.
Turns the unit on or off. When this switch is set to
on, the unit power is on when the 1ON/STANDBY
switch on the front panel is pressed.
ZEquipotential ground terminal connector
Used to connect to a ground (equipotential) plug to
bring the various parts of the system to the same
potential.
Refer to “Important safeguards and notices for use
in the medical environments” on page 3.

Preparation
Supplied Accessories 15
Preparation
Supplied Accessories
The unit is packed together with the following
accessories. Check that nothing is missing from your
package.
Note
Retain the original carton and packing materials in case
you have to transport the unit in the future.
Assembly
Insert the supplied output tray into the unit.
Holding both sides of the output tray with both hands,
insert it all the way into the unit.
Output tray (1)
Cleaning kit (1)
CD-ROM (Instructions for Use disc) (1)
Before Using this Printer (1)
Service Contact List (1)
Information for Customers in Europe (1)
When the output tray is inserted completely,
the surface of the unit and that of the output
tray should be flat.
Be sure to fully insert the projecting parts of the output tray
into the corresponding holes of the unit.

Preparation
Placing the Unit
16
Notes
• Printouts are ejected onto this output tray from tray 2.
This output tray is reserved for use with UPT-514BL
film sheets. You must attach a stopper to use UPT-
512BL or UPT-510BL film sheets. To use UPT-512BL
or UPT-510BL film sheets, consult your Sony dealer
for details on how to attach the stopper.
• Be sure to insert the output tray all the way into the
unit. If you do not, the message “SET OUTPUT
TRAY” appears when you start printing and the
printer will not continue the printing operation.
Placing the Unit
You can place the unit horizontally or vertically.
Casters (sold separately) are necessary for vertical
placement. Contact your nearest Sony dealer before
using casters.
When placing the unit horizontally
To maintain performance, adequate space is needed for
ventilation. Also, to remove jammed film, space of
about 7 cm (2 7/8 inches) towards the back and about 26
cm (10 1/4 inches) over the top of the unit are required.
When placing the unit vertically
You can place the unit vertically by attaching casters
(sold separately). This is convenient for placing the unit
under a desk, and for pulling it out easily.
21 cm
(8 3/8 inches)
7 cm
(2 7/8 inches)
26 cm
(10 1/4 inches)

Preparation
Connections 17
Notes
• Be sure to use casters and stopper sheet (sold
separately) when placing the unit vertically.
Otherwise, the unit may topple and cause injury.
• When pulling the unit in and out while the unit is
equipped with the casters, be careful not to damage the
power cord, LAN cable, and so on.
• When placing the unit vertically, make sure the LCD
is near the floor, and leave a space of more than 8 cm
(3 1/4 inches) between the top of the unit and the
anything located above it to prevent blocking the
ventilation holes.
Connections
Connect the unit to a 100BASE-TX LAN.
Notes
• Connect the AC power cord last.
• Before connecting to the LAN, be sure to set up the
required IP address and sub-net mask.
For detailed information, consult the system
administrator.
Notes on the 100BASE-TX cable
• Be sure to use a network cable of less than 30 m (98
feet 5 1/4 inches) in length, and rated more than
category 5.
• It is recommended that you use a shielded cable.
Turning the Unit On or Off
Turn the printer power on after you connect the AC
power cord.
Secure the front caster using the stopper sheet
(sold separately).
Be sure to place the roller of the caster in the groove
of the stopper sheet.
Secure the unit using the front caster
(sold separately).
Stopper sheet
(sold separately)
Stopper sheet
(sold
separately)
100BASE-TX
cable
to the LAN
Power cord
to-AC IN
to the network connector

Preparation
Connections
18
Turning the main power of the unit on
Set the ?/amain power switch to the on (=) side.
Note
The unit is not turned on even if the ?/amain power
switch of the unit is turned on.
Turning the unit on
Use the 1ON/STANDBY switch located on the front of
the unit to turn the unit on or off during daily use.
1 Press the 1ON/STANDBY switch to set the unit to
on.
The 1ON/STANDBY indicator lights in green and
the message below should appear on the LCD.
After a few minutes, the following message should
appear.
When you use the unit for the first time
The above message should appear when you use the
unit for the first time, because the film sheets are
not loaded in the film trays of the unit.
For detailed information on how to load the film
sheet, see “Loading Film Sheets” on page 19.
When you already use the unit
When the above message appears, the unit is ready
to print.
Note
If the ?/amain power switch located on the rear
panel is not set to on, the power is not on even
though the 1ON/STANDBY switch located on the
front panel is set to on.
To turn the unit off during daily use
1 Press the 1ON/STANDBY switch to turn the unit
off.
The 1ON/STANDBY switch blinks and goes off.
The message “POWER OFF PLEASE WAIT”
appears on the LCD, and then the message
disappears.
The printer is turned off.
When you do not intend to use the printer for a
long time
Turn the printer off as follows.
1 Press the 1ON/STANDBY switch.
The 1ON/STANDBY switch blinks and goes off.
The message “POWER OFF PLEASE WAIT”
appears on the LCD, and then the message
disappears.
The printer is turned off.
2 Set the ?/amain power switch located on the rear
of the unit to the off (a) side.
?/amain
power switch
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Operation
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Recommended Film Sheets
The following packs of blue thermal film sheets are
made especially for the UP-DF550.
UPT-517BL Blue Thermal Film printing pack
Contains blue thermal transparent film sheets.
125 sheets of size 14 × 17 film (about 353 × 430 mm)
UPT-514BL Blue Thermal Film printing pack
Contains blue thermal transparent film sheets.
125 sheets of size 11 × 14 film (about 279 × 355 mm)
UPT-512BL Blue Thermal Film printing pack
Contains blue thermal transparent film sheets.
125 sheets of size 10 × 12 film (about 253 × 304 mm)
UPT-510BL Blue Thermal Film printing pack
Contains blue thermal transparent film sheets.
125 sheets of size 8 × 10 film (about 202 × 253 mm)
Note
Be sure to use film sheets made expressly for the UP-
DF550. If you use other film sheets, the quality of the
printout cannot be guaranteed. Use of another type of
film sheets may also cause malfunction of the unit.
Loading Film Sheets
About the film tray
The printer is equipped with two film trays.
Film tray 1
This is reserved for use with the UPT-517BL Blue
Thermal Film. This is also used for the output tray.
Film tray 2
This is used for UPT-514BL/512BL/510BL Blue
Thermal Film. The size of those film sheets are different.
Film tray 2 is set for UPT-510BL film sheets at the
factory. When you want to use another type of film, ask
your Sony dealer to adjust the size of film tray 2.
Confirming the remaining amount of film
The LCD and the remaining film confirmation indicator
allow you to confirm the size and remaining amount of
film sheets.
LCD
Upper row of the LCD:
Displays the size and remaining amount of UPT-517BL
film sheets loaded in film tray 1.
Lower row of the LCD:
Displays the size and remaining amount of film sheets
loaded in film tray 2.
Remaining film confirmation indicator
When film sheets are loaded in both trays:
Film tray 1
Film tray 2
Remaining film confirmation indicator
Remaining amount of
film sheets in film tray 1
Remaining amount of
film sheets in film tray 2
LCD
ALARM indicator

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The LCD displays the size and remaining amounts of
film sheets loaded in both trays. The remaining film
confirmation indicator lights in green.
When the film sheets loaded in either film tray 1
or film tray 2 have been used up:
On the row corresponding to the tray where film sheets
have been used up, the message “SET FILM” is
displayed. The remaining film confirmation indicator
lights in yellow.
When the film sheets loaded in both trays have
been used up:
The message “SET FILM” is displayed on both rows.
The remaining film confirmation indicator goes off and
the ALARM indicator lights in orange.
Notes
• Hold the film using the damp-proof bag. Do not touch
the film directly. Dust, finger prints, or sweat are likely
to cause unsatisfactory printing.
• Hold both sides of the film tray and tray cover tightly
when handling the film tray.
Loading film sheets
Proceed as follows to load film sheets.
We will explain how to load film sheets using film tray
1 as an example. Load film sheets in the lower tray in the
same way as you do for the upper tray.
1 Push the EJECT TRAY button for film tray 1 on the
front panel.
Film tray 1 is partially ejected.
Notes
• You can replace film sheets without pulling out
the film tray completely out. However, if you
want to pull out it completely, hold both sides of
the film tray and film tray cover firmly.
• The film tray can not be ejected when the covers
are open.
• Even when film sheets have run out in the middle
of continuous printing, you can load new film
sheets in the vacant film tray. (See page 25.)
When you use the unit for the first time:
Be sure to remove the packing materials put inside
the film tray at the factory. If not, an error will occur
when you try to print.
2 Open the film tray cover by putting your fingers in
the grooves on both sides of the film tray, and
pulling it upward in the direction of the arrow.
Push the EJECT TRAY
button for film tray 1.
Pull it upward in the direction of the arrow,
putting your fingers in the grooves.