Sony UP-D70A Series User manual

Digital Color
Printer
Operating Instructions Page 2
Mode d’emploi Page 38
Bedienungsanleitung Seite 74
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1998 by Sony Corporation
UP-D70A
3-864-122-22 (1)

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English
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit
to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel only.
THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.
As an ENERGY STAR
Partner, Sony Corporation
has determined that this
product meets the
ENERGY STAR guidelines
for energy efficiency.
Outline of the International ENERGY
STAR Office Equipment Program
The International ENERGY STAR Office Equipment
Program is an international program that promotes
energy saving through the use of computers and
other office equipment. The program backs the
development and dissemination of products with
functions that effectively reduce energy consumption.
It is an open system in which business proprietors
can participate voluntarily. The targeted products are
office equipment such as computers, displays,
printers, facsimiles, and copiers. Their standards and
logos are uniform among participating nations.

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Table of Contents
EN
English
Table of Contents
Introduction About this Manual .............................................................4
System Overview ..............................................................5
System Configuration....................................................... 5
Location and Function of Parts and Controls ................6
Front ................................................................................. 6
Rear .................................................................................. 7
Preparation Supplied Accessories.......................................................8
Assembly.......................................................................... 9
Connections ....................................................................10
Connecting the Computer .............................................. 10
Installing the Printer Driver Program............................. 11
Setting the DIP Switch ................................................... 11
Connecting the AC Power Cord..................................... 12
Setting the SCSI Device Type........................................ 13
Operation Before Printing ................................................................14
Loading an Ink Ribbon Cassette .................................... 14
Loading the Print Paper.................................................. 17
Printing.............................................................................19
Setting the Print Quantity...............................................22
Adjusting the Printouts ..................................................23
Adjusting the Gray Balance ...........................................25
Others Precautions......................................................................27
Safety.............................................................................. 27
Installation...................................................................... 27
On Transportation .......................................................... 28
Cleaning ......................................................................... 28
Ink Ribbon and Print Paper ............................................30
Specifications..................................................................31
Troubleshooting..............................................................32
Error Messages............................................................... 32
If the Paper Jams ............................................................ 34
Index.................................................................................36

4Introduction
Note
Introduction
About this Manual
This manual covers the UP-D70A series digital color printers.
The descriptions given in this manual applies to all of the UP-D70A series.
However, the UP-D70As with 6-digit serial numbers are little different from other
UP-D70As.
Whenever the operation or any other item differs between them, this manual
clearly describes those differences.
Organization of this manual
This manual is divided into four chapters. This section explains the organization of
this manual.
Introduction
Describes the features and system configuration of the digital color printer. Also
provided is information on the location and function of parts.
Preparation
Explains the steps involved in setting up and connecting the printer prior to getting
started —checking the supplied accessories and assembly. Once all assembly and
all connections have been made, there should be no need to perform these
operations again during normal printing operations.
Operation
Describes loading of the ink ribbon cassette and print paper and actual printing
operation. Also provided is information on setting the print quantity and adjusting
the printouts and gray balance.
Others
Provides technical information on the printer, how to handle error messages
displayed in the printer window display, and how to deal with paper jams. Also the
index will assist you to locate the necessary section quickly. Refer to this chapter
when questions arise or problems occur.
Conventions used
Cross reference
Throughout this manual you will find the references to other sections of the manual
that contain related information.
Important note
Be sure to read the sections of the manual marked . They explain points that
you should be aware of to operate the printer correctly and prevent malfunctions.
Trademarks
Macintosh is the trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., USA.
MS-Windows and Windows95 are the trademarks of Microsoft Corporation, USA.

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Introduction
System Overview
The Sony UP-D70A digital color printer is designed to reproduce computer images
on A4 size and A4+ size print paper.
You can print out image data of MS-Windows or Macintosh graphics application
software in high resolution (300dpi) and 256 shades of gray or in full color
(16,700,000 colors).
System Configuration
The following shows an example printer system configuration.
About the instruction manual of the printer driver
The instruction manual for the printer driver is stored on the supplied CD-ROM.
For detailed information, read the ReadMe file on the CD-ROM.
Computer
Controls the printer
operations.
Digital color printer

6Introduction
7MENU button (13, 23, 25)
Press this button to display or close the
printout adjust menu, gray balance adjust
menu and SCSI device type setting menu in
the printer window display.
8Cursor control buttons (13, 22, 23, 25)
Use these buttons to increase or decrease a
value and level shown on the menu, or scroll
up and down through a menu.
9STOP button (20)
Press this button to stop printing part-way.
0PRINT button (19, 20, 22)
Press this button to print the image data
stored in the memory of the printer.
!¡ Paper cover (9)
Printouts are ejected here.
!™ Paper tray (9)
Load print paper here. Press the point
marked with PUSH to remove the paper
tray.
Location and Function of Parts and Controls
For details, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses.
Front
1UPOWER switch
Press to turn the printer on or off.
2Fan cover (9, 28)
Provided to prevent the printer from dust.
3Ribbon door (14)
Pull the tab (marked with PULL) on the top
on the ribbon door to open it when loading an
ink ribbon cassette.
4PRINT QTY (quantity) button (22)
Press this button to display or close the print
quantity setting menu in the printer window
display.
5Printer window display
Displays the status messages. In menu
operation, the print quantity setting menu,
printout adjust menu or gray balance adjust
menu is displayed.
Also, SCSI device type is dipslayed.
If an error occurs, a corresponding error
message is displayed.
6ALARM indicator (32)
Lights in orange when the ink ribbon or print
paper is exhausted, the paper jams, or another
problem occurs.

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Introduction
Rear
1PARALLE DATA IN (Amphenol 36-
pin) (10)
Used to connect a Windows computer via the
parallel interface, using the parallel interface
cable. (not supplied)
2SCSI Connectors (11)
Used to connect a Windows or Macintosh
computer or another SCSI device, through the
SCSI cable. The other connector is loop-
through connector. If either of the two
connectors is not being used, set the
terminator of the DIP switch to ON.
(See “Setting the DIP Switch” on page 11.)
3DIP switch (11)
Used to set the SCSI ID number and the built-
in terminator to ON or OFF.
(See “Setting the DIP Switch” on page 11.)
4⁄AC IN connector (12)
Used to connect to a wall outlet, using the AC
power cord supplied.
UP-D70A UP-D70A (with 6-digit serial
numbers)

8Preparation
Preparation
Supplied Accessories
This printer is packed together with the following accessories. Check that nothing
is missing from your package.
Notes
•Retain the original carton and packing materials in case you have to transport this
unit in the future.
•When transporting the pritner, lock the thermal head. (For detailed information
on how to lock, see page 28.)
Paper tray (1) Paper cover (1)
Ink ribbon holder (1)
Fan cover with a filter (1)
Fan cover Filter
Bottom cover (1)
AC power cord (1)
CD-ROM (1)
Operating Instructions (1)
SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT

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Preparation
Assembly
Mount the supplied ink ribbon holder, paper tray, paper cover, bottom cover and
fan cover.
Note
You cannot mount the ink ribbon holder when the thermal head is locked.
Before assembling, turn on the power of the printer. The thermal head is unlocked
and you can mount the ink ribbon holder.
When transporting the pritner, lock the thermal head. (For detailed information on
how to lock, see page 28.)
Paper cover
Paper tray (page 17)
Ink ribbon holder (page 14)
Bottom cover
Fan cover with a fiter
(page 28)

10 Preparation
Connections
Connecting the Computer
The printer connects to a Windows computer via either the SCSI interface or the
parallel interface. The printer can also connect to a Macintosh computer via the
SCSI interface.
Notes
•Before connecting the cable, make sure to turn off the power switches on your
computer and any peripheral equipment.
•Be sure to connect one printer to one computer. Do not connect two computers to
the printer.
•Do not connect the computer equipped with the SCSI interface and parallel
interface to both of the PARALLEL DATA IN connecter and SCSI connecter of
the printer at the same time.
•Grasp the connector at the end of the cable, and firmly insert it into the socket.
•The total length of the SCSI cabling used with a single-host computer should be
less than 6 meters.
•The parallel data cable should be less than 3 meters long and should confirm to
Centronics specifications for printer cables.
•Avoid sending parallel data to the printer while the printer is processing SCSI
commands, and vice versa.
•Cable connection requirements vary depending on computers and peripherals.
For the details of your installation, please refer to the manuals for your computer
and peripherals.
When connecting a printer via the parallel interface
Parallel data cable
(shielded type)

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Preparation
Note
If the printer is connected at the physical end of the SCSI bus, set the built-in
terminator to ON. (See page 12.)
Installing the Printer Driver Program
The printer driver program should be installed before starting operation.
The instruction manual for the printer driver is stored on the supplied CD-ROM.
For details, read the ReadMe file on the CD-ROM.
Setting the DIP Switch
The DIP switches on the rear panel determine the on/off state of the internal SCSI
bus terminator and the SCSI device ID number.
As shipped from the factory, the DIP switches are set up as follows:
Terminator ON/OFF setting
If printer is located at the physical end of the SCSI bus, this switch should be set to
ON. Otherwise, if another device is at the end of the bus, this switch should be
OFF.
When connecting a printer via the SCSI interface
Switch
TERMINATOR ON
The internal terminator is ON.a) OFF
The internal terminator is OFF.
ON 4 2 1
OFF 0 0 0
TERMINATOR
SCSI ID
(Factory setting)
a) Factory setting
SCSI cable (shielded type)
(50 pin full/50 pin half pitch -
50 pin half pitch)

12 Preparation
SCSI ID Setting
The SCSI ID selection must be different from any other device on the bus. If two
SCSI devices have the same ID, a malfunction will occur.
a) The SCSI ID has been set to 1 at the factory.
Connecting the AC Power Cord
Connect the supplied AC power cord to the AC IN connector on the rear of the
printer and then connect the cord to the wall outlet.
SCSI ID
0
1a)
2
3
4
5
6
7
SCSI ID Switch
4
0
0
0
0
4
4
4
4
2
0
0
2
2
0
0
2
2
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
To AC IN AC power cord
(supplied)
To wall outlet
Note
Operate the printer only on 220 to 240 V AC 50/60 Hz.
Connections (Continued)
Printer

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Preparation
Setting the SCSI DeviceType
You need to set the SCSI Device Type, if an error for IOS. VXD occurs when the
UP-D70A is connected to the computer with Windows 95.
Or, obtain the updated IOS. VXD device driver and install the device driver in your
computer.
1While pressing the MENU button, turn on the power or the printer.
2Check that the SCSI Device Type is set to the system used in the printer
window display.
When your compuer is Windows 95, SCSI Device Type should be set to 3.
2 < 3 >
SCS I Dev i ce Type
3If the setting is incorrect, set to the SCSI Device Type to 3 using the ıor ∫
button.
4Turn off the printer.
The SCSI Device Type is set to 3.

14 Operation
Operation
Before Printing
This section describes the operations that must be performed prior to starting
printing. This explanation assumes that the printer has already been installed and
that all connections have been made.
•Loading an ink ribbon cassette (on this page)
•Loading the print paper (page 17)
Once these operations have been completed, there should be no need to perform
them again during routine printing.
Notes
•When replacing the ink ribbon or paper, do not turn off the power. Turning off
the power will cause the image stored in the memory to be lost.
•After replacing the ink ribbon or paper, perform the gray balance adjustment.
(See “Adjusting the Gray Balance” on page 25.)
•Use the ink ribbon suitable for the type of print material. Before attempting to
load an ink ribbon, make sure that the combination of the ribbon and paper is
compatible. (“Ink Ribbon and Print Paper” on page 30.) If the printer detects an
incompatible combination, an error message appears in the printer window
display and operation is disabled.
•Use only ink ribbon and print paper designed for use with this printer.
Failing to do so is likely to result in unsatisfactory printing or malfunctions.
(“Ink Ribbon and Print Paper” on page 30.)
Loading an Ink Ribbon Cassette
Load the ink ribbon to the supplied ink ribbon holder, and load the ink ribbon
cassette (referring to the ink ribbon holder loaded with the ink ribbon) to the
printer’s ribbon compartment.
Notes
•When you use the printer at the first time, the thermal head was locked at the
factory. Turn on the printer first to unlock the thermal head, then start to load an
ink ribbon cassette. (See page 28.)
•Once an ink ribbon has been completely used, replace it. Ink ribbons are not
reusable.
•Do not rewind the ink ribbon for reuse.
•Do not touch the ink ribbon or place it in a dusty location. Finger prints or dust
on ink ribbon will result in imperfect printing.
•When transporting the printer, remove the ink ribbon cassette and lock the
thermal head. (For detailed information on how to lock the thermal head, see
page 28.)
1Open the ribbon door by pulling the tab on the ribbon door and marked with
PULL.

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Operation
2Remove the ink ribbon cassette by pressing the EJECT button.
The ink ribbon cassette pops out.
Note
Never put your hand into the ink ribbon compartment. The thermal head
becomes very hot. You may burn yourself if you touch it.
3Detach the used ink ribbon from the ink ribbon holder.
1Remove the spool with the
ink ribbon, while pressing in
the arrow direction.
2Remove the other spool.
4Load the ink ribbon to ink ribbon holder.
Ink ribbon holder
(supplied)
1Load the spool holding the ink ribbon into the right-hand
part of the holder, while pressing in the arrow direction.
2Fit the other spool into the left-
hand part of the holder.
Bar code
5Remove any slack from the ink ribbon.
If the ribbon is left slack, it may be crumpled and damaged when inserted.
“Start” position marker
Wind the spool until the “Start” position
marker faces upward.
(Continued)

16 Operation
6Insert the ink ribbon cassette firmly until it stops.
SONY mark faces forwards.
7Close the ribbon door.
If your ink ribbon should tear
Repair the tear with transparent tape. There should be no problem with using the
remaining portion of the ribbon.
Remove any slack.
Transparent
tape
Notes When storing ink ribbons
•Avoid placing the ink ribbon in a location subject to:
–high temperatures
–high humidity
–excessive dust
–direct sunlight
•Store partially used ink ribbon in its original package.
Before Printing (Continued)

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Operation
Loading the Print Paper
Load the print paper by the following procedure. Be careful not to touch the
printing surface of the paper.
Note
When loading the print paper, do not turn off the power. If you turn off the power,
the image data stored in the memory will be lost.
1Press PUSH on the paper tray.
The paper tray is ejected.
Remove the printing surface
protection sheet, if any.
Paper tray
2Open the tray cover and place the print paper in the paper tray.
Print surface
protection sheet
Place the print paper in the paper tray
with the printing surface (shiny side
with no legends) and its protection
sheet facing down.
Reverse side with printed logos
Riffle the paper.
When placing the
A4+ print paper,
pull up the tab and
slide the spacer
outward.
Notes
The number of the print paper is the same as the number of the print paper that
one roll of the ink ribbon can afford. Usually the ink ribbon and paper have run
out at the same time. However, if you add only the print paper, pay attentions
to the following.
•The paper tray holds up to the total number of sheets contained in a package
sheets of paper. If you exceed this limit, paper jams may occur. Also, do not
place different types of paper in the tray. If you do, paper jams may occur.
•When you add the print paper to a partly-full tray, remove the print surface
protection sheet before placing them in the paper tray.
•If you load the paper that is not compatible with the ink ribbon used, the gray
balance may be changed.
• Load the paper so that it lays flat in the paper tray. If the paper is curled, it
will overflow the paper tray and the printing position may shift. If this
happens, load fewer sheets in the paper tray.
(Continued)

18 Operation
3Close the tray cover and slide the paper tray into the printer until it clicks into
place.
Notes on storing print paper
•Avoid storing the print paper in a location subject to:
–high temperatures
–high humidity
–excessive dust
–direct sunlight
•Use the original package for storing unused paper.
Before Printing (Continued)

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Operation
Printing
Before printing
•Ensure that the printer is properly connected to the computer (page 10).
•Ensure that the combination of the ink ribbon and print paper is correct (pages 14
and 17).
•Ensure that the ink ribbon cassette and print paper are properly loaded (page 30).
i
1Turn on the power of the printer and computer.
When the printer is in standby status, the following message appears in the
printer window display.
A4 QTY 1
READY
Notes
•When the printer is connected to the computer through the SCSI bus, turn on
the power of the printer before turning on the computer.
•Never turn the printer on or off while the computer is accessing its hard disk,
floppy disk or another SCSI device.
2Send the image data from the computer to the printer, then enter the print
command or press the PRINT button of the printer.
For details, also see the ReadMe file on the supplied CD-ROM.
1While the printer is receiving the image data from the computer, the
following message appears:
The data is written in the memory of the printer.
RGB
[
>>>
]
IMAGETRANSFER
Printer window display
Paper outlet
1
2
STOP button
Number of copies to be printed
The size of the paper being loaded
Indicates the data is being transmitted.
(Continued)

20 Operation
2The stored image data is printed as soon as the print command is entered
from the computer or the PRINT button of the printer is pressed.
< YELLOW > QTY 1
PRINTING
3Depending on the size of image, type of ribbon, and/or resolution mode, it
takes about one to two minutes for a printout to emerge from the paper
outlet.
Once printing has been completed, the printer returns to standby status.
A4 QTY 1
READY
Notes
•Do not pull the paper out till the printer finishes printing.
• To prevent paper jamming, do not allow more than 20 printouts on the paper
cover.
To stop printing midway
Send the stop command from the computer, or press the STOP button. The printer
stops printing, and the following message appears. After the print paper remained
in the printer is ejected, the printer is reset to standby status.
PLEASE WA I T
Note
When the computer of Windows is used, the computer may hang up if you press
the STOP button during data transmission.
To make a second copy of a printout
Execute the print menu of the computer again or press the PRINT button of the
printer. The image data stored in the memory is printed again.
About memory
The image data sent from the computer is stored in the memory of the printer.
Printing (Continued)
Color indication changes as the color printing
proceeds:
Color printing:
StartingnYELLOWnMAGENTAnCYAN
nFinishing
Laminate printing:
StartingnYELLOWnMAGENTAnCYANn
LAMInFinishing